1 Saturday 16th November 2024 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

There were 47 Races on Saturday 16th November 2024 across 6 meetings. There was 8 races at Navan, 7 races at Wetherby, 7 races at Uttoxeter, 7 races at Cheltenham, 9 races at Newcastle, 9 races at Wolverhampton, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

11:40 Navan Maiden Hurdle 20f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (8/15 +27%) Wingmen	0.533333 8/15(+27%)	(6) Wingmen 8/15, Successful on 2 of his 3 starts in bumpers, showing smart form and likely to take high rank among this season's novice hurdlers. Best bumper form on offer here and big player on hurdles debut.
1 2nd (1) (7/4 +36%) Forty Coats	1.75 7/4(+36%)	(1) Forty Coats 7/4, Won sole start in points (Nov 2023) and followed up in 7-runner bumper at Naas on Rules debut in April. Interesting hurdling debutant. Point's winner last term won Naas bumper in good style; potentially smart novice hurdler.
11 3rd (11) (50/1 +0%) Lygon Lad	50 50/1(+0%)	(11) Lygon Lad 50/1, Showed a bit when seventh of 16 in maiden hurdle at Down Royal (16.9f, good to soft, 16/1) on debut 14 days ago, considerately handled. Trainer going well. Open to improvement. Better for Down Royal debut run but again looks the stable second-choice here.
2 4th (2) (80/1 -142%) Hearts And Spades	80 80/1(-142%)	(2) Hearts And Spades 80/1, Ran to a barely modest level when sixth of 7 in maiden hurdle (18/1) at Galway (21.4f, heavy) on debut 20 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Never counted on last month's hurdles debut at Galway; may need more time.
5 5th (5) (9/1 -64%) Syracus Du Houx	9 9/1(-64%)	(5) Syracus Du Houx 9/1, Fairly useful hurdler who proved a let-down in a first-time tongue strap when fourth of 12 in maiden hurdle (11/10) at Listowel (16.4f, good) in June. Bounce back required. Punchestown second back in May one to consider but needs to jump better.
7 6th (7) (20/1 +20%) Driveonwill	20 20/1(+20%)	(7) Driveonwill 20/1, €26,000 4-y-o, Affinisea gelding. Dam (h94), 2m hurdle winner (stayed 2½m), half-sister to useful hurdler (2m-21f winner) Argento Luna. Third sole start in points. Placed pointer worth a look but stiff enough task on Rules debut.
8 7th (8) (33/1 -32%) Duke Of Leggagh	33 33/1(-32%)	(8) Duke Of Leggagh 33/1, Brother to fairly useful hurdler Ideal Pal (2m winner). Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 1½m), well held last time. Tongue tied for hurdle bow. Flat handicapper relishes heavy ground; best watched on hurdles debut.
4 8th (4) (150/1 -88%) Shanroe Nancy	150 150/1(-88%)	(4) Shanroe Nancy 150/1, 25/1, seventh of 11 in maiden hurdle at Limerick (16.3f, good to soft) on NH debut 27 days ago. Up in trip. Never sighted on recent Limerick hurdles debut, seems best watched for now.
10 9th (10) (33/1 +0%) Interchangeable	33 33/1(+0%)	(10) Interchangeable 33/1, Showed more than in a pair of bumpers when fourth of 7 in maiden hurdle at Down Royal (22.5f, good to soft, 80/1) on hurdles bow 15 days ago. Open to progress. Needs to jump much better than at Down Royal; hood discarded here.
9 \|B\| (9) (150/1 -50%) Hei	150 150/1(-50%)	(9) Hei 150/1, 66/1, eighth of 9 in bumper at Galway (16.4f, good to soft) on debut 21 days ago. Upped in trip for hurdle debut and fitted with a first-time hood. Too keen on recent bumper debut; hood now tried for hurdles debut and best watched.
3 \|S\| (3) (150/1 +0%) Mackenstownsupreme	150 150/1(+0%)	(3) Mackenstownsupreme 150/1, Twice-raced maiden. Sixth of 12 in maiden hurdle at Wexford (16.5f, heavy, 250/1) 20 days ago. Up in trip. Just mild promise on latest of two maiden hurdle runs; eligible for a mark after this.

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11:40 Navan Maiden Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

WINGMEN has a big engine and is a fascinating runner on his hurdling debut. The Kayf Tara was hard on himself in bumpers, running very freely a couple of times, but he won a strong contest at Punchestown when last seen in May and is obviously very talented. He has won a point-to-point so jumping shouldn't be an issue and the hurdles could make him a bit more tractable. The unbeaten Forty Coats is the obvious danger. The Diamond Boy gelding won a strong looking bumper at Naas in April and also has point-to-point experience. Syracus Du Houx looks like place material.

WINGMEN showed smart form in bumpers and can get his hurdling career off to the perfect start before going on to much better things. Forty Coats created a good impression when landing a Naas bumper back in the spring and can provide the main threat.

A dual bumper winner last season, WINGMEN can make a winning start over hurdles, chiefly at the expense of Forty Coats

11:57 Wetherby Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 20f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (1/2 +25%) Serious Chat	0.5 1/2(+25%)	(2) Serious Chat 1/2, Bumper winner who shaped encouragingly switched to hurdling when sixth of 13 in C&D novice hurdle (good to soft) 31 days ago, barely adequate test. Open to improvement and chance is there for all to see. Bumper winner; respectable sixth over C&D on hurdle debut and holds leading claims.
5 2nd (5) (7/2 +30%) Klapton Boy	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(5) Klapton Boy 7/2, £20,000 4-y-o, Brave Mansonnien gelding. Dam, little impact in 3 starts over hurdles in France, half-sister to useful hunter chaser (stayed 29f) Vaucelet. Runner-up sole start in Irish points (Apr 28) and would enter the reckoning if the market speaks in his favour. Point runner-up; makes rules debut in a modest race and could have a part to play.
3 3rd (3) (25/1 +50%) Tanking Along	25 25/1(+50%)	(3) Tanking Along 25/1, From the family of Bob Olinger but has shown nothing in a maiden/novice hurdle. There's potential in his pedigree but he's been tailed off on both starts.
4 4th (4) (40/1 -100%) The Geordie Ginge	40 40/1(-100%)	(4) The Geordie Ginge 40/1, Modest maiden hurdler beaten by Lathan in a match at Newcastle on Friday. Promise up to August 2023 but below par subsequently; no match for Lathan yesterday.
1 \|F\| (1) (6/1 -50%) Lathan	6 6/1(-50%)	(1) Lathan 6/1, Couldn't have been found a weaker maiden at Newcastle on Friday, coming home hard held from the inferior The Geordie Ginge. Easily won a match at Newcastle yesterday; carries 6lb penalty but could go well once more.

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11:57 Wetherby Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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

SERIOUS CHAT struck in a bumper at Stratford prior to only managing sixth on his hurdles debut over C&D last month, but he could take a big step forward from that effort. Donald McCain's five-year-old looks to have been found an ideal opportunity and can open his account. Klapton Boy changed hands for 20,000 pounds after finishing second between the flags and wouldn't have to be anything out of the ordinary in order to get involved. Tanking Along is up against it, while this comes soon enough after Lathan's defeat of The Geordie Ginge in a match at Newcastle on Friday.

SERIOUS CHAT probably won't be at his best until tackling staying trips, but this looks an excellent opportunity for him to get off the mark at the second time of asking over hurdles. Klapton Boy was runner-up on his sole outing in Irish points and needs a market check setting out under Rules at an ordinary level.

Bumper winner SERIOUS CHAT ran pretty well when sixth over C&D on last month's hurdle debut and this looks a much easier assignment.

12:10 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (8/15 +27%) Kingston Pride	0.533333 8/15(+27%)	(4) Kingston Pride 8/15, Successful sole start in Irish points in April 2023 (decent form) and confirmed the promise of his Rules debut when readily landing the odds in an Exeter bumper in April. Stable could be in better form but he rates a useful prospect for novice hurdles nonetheless. Well-regarded bumper winner who brings considerable potential to hurdling career.
5 2nd (5) (11/2 -22%) Land Afar	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(5) Land Afar 11/2, Has clearly had his problems since showing fairly useful form in bumpers for Anthony McCann but shaped well back over hurdles after 22 months when second of 15 at Huntingdon (19.6f, heavy) in March. Off a further 8 months but still needs considering. Irish bumper winner; chased home a good horse in maiden hurdle in March; chance.
1 3rd (1) (13/2 -30%) French Symphony	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(1) French Symphony 13/2, Winning pointer who was placed on the first of 2 starts in bumpers and shaped as if better for the run when third on his Fontwell hurdling debut (19.1f) 24 days ago. Should improve. Well related; has been competitive in all his races but has to raise his game to win this.
2 4th (2) (13/2 +19%) Job	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(2) Job 13/2, Fourth sole start in Irish points (May 2023) and shaped much better than he had in a couple of bumpers when third of 13 on his Wetherby hurdling debut (19.7f) last month. Entitled to do better. Likely to run well but clearly vulnerable against anything with proper potential.
6 5th (6) (66/1 -65%) Portobello Girl	66 66/1(-65%)	(6) Portobello Girl 66/1, Regressive in bumpers for Nigel Twiston-Davies and showed nothing sent hurdling after 8 months off at Stratford 16 days ago. Respectable in bumpers but still left Nigel Twiston-Davies for £3,500; tailed off since.
3 \|PU\| (3) (100/1 -52%) Jumble Jury	100 100/1(-52%)	(3) Jumble Jury 100/1, Showed a bit on the first of 2 starts in bumpers but was beaten a long way out on his recent Chepstow hurdling debut. Hooded for 1st time. Winning pointer; tailed off in a Chepstow maiden last month; hood tried.

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12:10 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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

KINGSTON PRIDE confirmed the promise that he displayed on his Rules debut when scoring in an Exeter bumper in April and Nicky Henderson's gelding could be hard to stop now switched to hurdles. Job has the benefit of a recent outing and could prove to be the main threat to the selection, although Land Afar and French Symphony should not be discounted.

KINGSTON PRIDE impressed in a brace of bumpers and looks one to follow now going hurdling. French Symphony should improve on his opening effort in this sphere at Fontwell and is feared most ahead of Land Afar.

Nicky Henderson's KINGSTON PRIDE could be a level above these if his home reputation is anything to go by.

12:15 Navan Handicap Hurdle 20f - 19 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (9/1 +44%) Slane Hill	9 9/1(+44%)	(3) Slane Hill 9/1, 15/2, respectable ninth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (22.8f, good) 32 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Possibilities. Well below best over fences this year, no impact in a handicap hurdle latest, blinkered.
11 2nd (11) (4/1 +47%) Burru	4 4/1(+47%)	(11) Burru 4/1, 13/2, career best when winning 20-runner handicap hurdle at Cork (20f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Scored comfortably there so needs considering. Opened his account in good style in a 2m4f contest at Gowran, may continue on the upgrade.
13 3rd (13) (14/1 +44%) Jolie Jewel	14 14/1(+44%)	(13) Jolie Jewel 14/1, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. 16/1, thirteenth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Gowran (20.2f, good to soft) 43 days ago. Can give a good account if back on her A-game. First two handicap runs were satisfactory, towards rear over 2m4f at Gowran last time.
1 4th (1) (8/1 +33%) Big Chou	8 8/1(+33%)	(1) Big Chou 8/1, Lightly-raced winner under NH rules. 8/1, 25 lengths sixth of 8 to World of Fortunes in listed hurdle at Limerick (21f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Difficult ask. Maiden hurdle winner over 2m4f, jumping let him down when raised in class at Limerick.
15 5th (15) (9/2 -13%) In For The Night	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(15) In For The Night 9/2, 9/2, career best when winning 18-runner handicap hurdle at Gowran (20.2f, good to soft) 43 days ago. Up 8 lb but had something left in the tank there so holds very good claims. Up 8lb for Gowran but seemed to have plenty in hand, form has been well advertised.
7 6th (7) (20/1 -43%) One Night Standard	20 20/1(-43%)	(7) One Night Standard 20/1, 2 wins from 6 runs this season. 40/1, last of 6 in novice chase at Down Royal (19.9f, good to soft) 15 days ago, considerately handled. Switches from chase to hurdles. No forlorn hope. 8lb rise for short head Listowel win seems quite harsh, two most recent runs over fences.
18 7th (18) (11/1 +50%) Slim Marvel	11 11/1(+50%)	(18) Slim Marvel 11/1, Winner in hurdle at Kilbeggan in July. Sixteenth of 20 in handicap hurdle at Galway (16.6f, good to soft, 14/1) 110 days ago. Back up in trip. Others more persuasive. Kilbeggan maiden winner in July, down the field on handicap debut at the Galway festival.
5 8th (5) (16/1 +20%) Krabat	16 16/1(+20%)	(5) Krabat 16/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. Respectable sixth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Galway (21.9f, good to soft, 14/1) 21 days ago. Tongue strap back on. Merits consideration. 0-14 over hurdles, placed seven times, may have needed his recent Galway run.
14 9th (14) (20/1 +0%) Reflectionist	20 20/1(+0%)	(14) Reflectionist 20/1, 6/1, sixth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Tramore (20.3f, good to soft) 37 days ago. Needs to get back on track. Two wins early last season, off for 16 months and has struggled in two runs since return.
16 10th (16) (9/1 -29%) Voice Of Reason	9 9/1(-29%)	(16) Voice Of Reason 9/1, Good third of 17 in handicap hurdle (10/1) at Cork (16.3f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Up in trip and not ruled out for a stable in good form. Flat winner for Ger Lyons, first two handicap hurdle runs have shown potential for success.
10 11th (10) (20/1 0%) Aine's Lad	20 20/1(0%)	(10) Aine's Lad 20/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Good fourth of 14 in novice hurdle (7/1) at Wexford (24f, good to soft) 126 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Very hard to make a case for at these weights. Fair maiden hurdle form over a range of distances, opening mark does not seem attractive.
6 \|PU\| (6) (10/1 +29%) Musta Lovea Lovea	10 10/1(+29%)	(6) Musta Lovea Lovea 10/1, Remains a maiden after 18 NH runs. Below form fourth of 11 in novice hurdle at Naas (16f, good to soft, 9/2) 6 days ago. Up in trip. Not taken lightly if shrugging off latest effort. Good standard form in maiden hurdles, second on only previous handicap start, interesting.
8 \|PU\| (8) (12/1 -9%) Karacole	12 12/1(-9%)	(8) Karacole 12/1, Creditable third of 11 in handicap hurdle (13/2) at Clonmel (19.5f, good to soft) 23 days ago, travelling best. In the mix. Flat winner in France, placed in five of her 13 starts over hurdles, best form at Clonmel.
4 \|PU\| (4) (20/1 +20%) Soldante	20 20/1(+20%)	(4) Soldante 20/1, 18/1, below form seventh of 13 in handicap hurdle at Tramore (16.6f, good) 59 days ago. Up in trip. Won last year on seasonal debut, has struggled in three 2024 runs, others much preferred.
17 \|PU\| (17) (40/1 -186%) Gamigin	40 40/1(-186%)	(17) Gamigin 40/1, 1 win from 3 runs this season. 7/2, career best when winning 12-runner handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (16f, good to soft) 98 days ago, driven clear. Back up in trip. Looks competitive on form. Well-backed when readily at Kilbeggan in August, raised 8lb but may remain competitive.
19 \|PU\| (19) (40/1 -21%) Gladiatorial	40 40/1(-21%)	(19) Gladiatorial 40/1, Latest win in chase at Sligo in October. Respectable eighth of 15 in handicap hurdle (10/1) at Sligo (25.7f, soft) 22 days ago, unsuited by step up in trip. Down in trip and can make his presence felt. Fortunate to win a handicap chase last month, a long time since he won over hurdles.
9 \|PU\| (9) (66/1 +0%) Viceregent	66 66/1(+0%)	(9) Viceregent 66/1, First run since leaving Charles Byrnes when eleventh of 16 in novice hurdle at Down Royal (16.9f, good to soft, 33/1) 14 days ago. Course Flat winner, placed in five of 14 starts over hurdles, probably needed recent run.
2 \|PU\| (2) (100/1 +0%) Drumbear	100 100/1(+0%)	(2) Drumbear 100/1, First run since leaving John McConnell when sixteenth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (16.9f, good to soft, 80/1) 14 days ago. Useful form in 2022, totally out of form last season, no sign of a revival on stable debut.
20 \|PU\| (20) (100/1 +0%) Mon Storm	100 100/1(+0%)	(20) Mon Storm 100/1, Eleventh of 14 in handicap hurdle (100/1) at Fairyhouse (23.5f, good) 4 days ago. Has work to do. Veteran has been struggled in our starts since returning from two years off in August.

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12:15 Navan Handicap Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

There is more to come from IN FOR THE NIGHT and he can defy an 8lb rise for his easy win a Gowran Park early last month. The Champs Elysees gelding had a couple of nice runs before coming good last time and the six-year-old looks capable of striking again. Great Ocean was a good winner on his first outing for Cian Collins, over fences at Sligo, early last month. He switches back to hurdles now and looks to be on a competitive mark. Long standing maiden Musta Lovea Lovea tends to be thereabouts and can pick up more prize-money.

IN FOR THE NIGHT rates the pick of these weights despite taking a 8 lb weights hike for his stylish Gowran victory so looks the way to go in this very open handicap. Krabat is on a long losing run but weighted to go well so could emerge as the main danger ahead of Voice of Reason, Burru, Gamigin and Slane Hill.

A revelation over fences at Sligo on his first start for Cian Collins, GREAT OCEAN can add to the two hurdle wins gained in Britain

12:27 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 3) 15f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (7/2 +30%) Here Comes Georgie	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(3) Here Comes Georgie 7/2, Landed back-to-back 2m Perth handicaps but came up well short in his hat-trick bid tackling a better-quality handicap at Cheltenham 3 weeks ago. Given another go over fences now with a tongue strap applied. Pulled up in May on sole previous chase start but has won twice over hurdles since.
2 2nd (2) (9/4 0%) Hidalgo De L'isle	2.25 9/4(0%)	(2) Hidalgo De L'isle 9/4, Dual hurdles winner who showed improved form to make a winning chase debut at Newton Abbot (16.3f) in August and he matched that level when runner-up at Worcester (16.5f). Not disgraced in better race at Aintree since and this less competitive. Easy win on chase debut in August and fair efforts on both runs since; solid candidate.
4 3rd (4) (9/1 -38%) Bold Reaction	9 9/1(-38%)	(4) Bold Reaction 9/1, Fairly useful bumper winner who hasn't quite come up to expectations as a hurdler. Has left Nicky Henderson and quickly sent chasing by new yard (won on the second of his 2 starts in Irish points). On a competitive mark on best hurdle form for Nicky Henderson; makes stable/chase debut.
1 4th (1) (6/5 +20%) Cannock Park	1.2 6/5(+20%)	(1) Cannock Park 6/5, Point winner who landed a Bangor bumper and Cheltenham maiden hurdle last autumn before placed twice in Graded novice hurdles. Failed to meet expectations sent chasing both starts this season but still early days in this sphere. Useful novice hurdler last season; fair 4th on second chase start and could build on that.

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12:27 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 3) 15f Race Class Flow

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Hidalgo De L'isle was beaten into fourth in this grade at Aintree last month, but he has been dropped 2lb for that performance and could get closer. However, HERE COMES GEORGIE is the more appealing option. Patrick Neville's six-year-old failed to complete a hurdling hat-trick at Cheltenham, but he is well worth another chance at fences in a first-time tongue-tie. Cannock Park can beat Bold Reaction home for third.

HIDALGO DE L'ISLE has made a good start over fences and looks the solid option. Cannock Park can do better and is feared most.

Last season's useful novice hurdler CANNOCK PARK took a step in the right direction at Kelso last time and he's the selection.

12:35 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 16f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (4/5 +73%) East India Dock	0.8 4/5(+73%)	(3) East India Dock 4/5, Useful staying handicapper on the Flat for James Fanshawe who is a half-brother to useful hurdler Burdett Road and looked a good prospect himself sent hurdling when landing the odds in a 10-runner juvenile at Wincanton (15.2f) last month. Sure to go on to better things. Progressive Flat stayer and lots to like about his hurdling debut win at Wincanton.
1 2nd (1) (8/1 -33%) Static	8 8/1(-33%)	(1) Static 8/1, Dual winner over hurdles in France and ran his best race starting out for new connections when close second in listed event at Wetherby (2m) 15 days ago, sticking to task. This asks for more but his attitude looked a plus at Wetherby. 2nd in a Listed on UK debut; again has a penalty he could do without but each-way claims.
8 3rd (8) (33/1 -32%) Torrent	33 33/1(-32%)	(8) Torrent 33/1, Fair on Flat and has quickly reached a similar level over hurdles, defying a penalty at Newton Abbot in September and not disgraced upped in grade when third in listed event at Wetherby (2m) 15 days ago. Needs a lot more at this level in first-time cheekpieces, however. Consistent but held by Static on a recent clash; cheekpieces are now turned to.
5 4th (5) (28/1 -155%) Moutarde	28 28/1(-155%)	(5) Moutarde 28/1, Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 9.5f) and made an encouraging debut in this sphere (hooded) when second of 17 in juvenile at Galway (16.4f) 3 weeks ago, running on late. First run for yard after leaving Gavin Patrick Cromwell. Should have more to offer. Dual Flat winner at an ordinary level; 2nd on hurdle debut but since left G Cromwell.
7 5th (7) (6/1 -50%) My Noble Lord	6 6/1(-50%)	(7) My Noble Lord 6/1, Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 1¾m), successful on 4 of 5 starts in 2024, and got off to the perfect start over hurdles at Chepstow (2m) last month, staying on to lead final 1f. Sure to progress and win more races over hurdles. Big improver on the Flat and won on hurdling debut despite the steady gallop.
10 6th (10) (11/2 -38%) Prairie Angel	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(10) Prairie Angel 11/2, Progressive on the Flat, winning a pair of 1½m handicaps in October and made it 2 from 2 over hurdles in 7-runner juvenile at Down Royal (16.9f) 2 weeks ago, making all. Open to further improvement and well worth her place at this higher level. Dual Flat winner and 2-2 over hurdles after doing it comfortably at Down Royal.
9 7th (9) (40/1 -150%) Irisante	40 40/1(-150%)	(9) Irisante 40/1, Fairly useful at up to 1m on the Flat and similar form over hurdles, including when third in 6-runner Group 3 at Auteuil in May. Since left Hugo Merienne (€80,000 in July) and interesting to see what the market makes of her on UK debut. Bought for 80,000euros after finishing third in French Grade 3 hurdle; needs a second look.
4 8th (4) (25/1 -178%) Model Approach	25 25/1(-178%)	(4) Model Approach 25/1, Fairly useful maiden on Flat for Jim Bolger and has made a bright start to his hurdle career, making all in juveniles at Sedgefield and Kempton last month. Hampered and unseated before halfway in listed Wensleydale at Wetherby 15 days ago but this is much tougher. Fell at fourth at Wetherby latest but has respectable form and nice level of experience.
2 \|PU\| (2) (12/1 +52%) Continuance	12 12/1(+52%)	(2) Continuance 12/1, Fair 10f Flat winner who took well to hurdling and outclassed his rivals in 5-runner juvenile at Sedgefield (16.8f) last month. This is a big step up but he's entitled to progress. No great shakes on the Flat (did win) and it was a ropey hurdle he won at Sedgefield.
6 \|PU\| (6) (100/1 -100%) My Mate Tony	100 100/1(-100%)	(6) My Mate Tony 100/1, Well held in maidens/handicap on Flat and, although he showed more than first time up over hurdles when fourth at Listowel in September, he's easily passed over in this grade. Showed more at Listowel latest but that's no real advertisement for today's prospects.

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12:35 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Trainer James Owen landed this contest last year with the talented Burdett Road, and EAST INDIA DOCK looks a similar type having scored comfortably on his hurdling debut at Wincanton last month. The son of Golden Horn has some improving to do in the jumping department, but he should have too much for Irish raider Prairie Angel, who had been in excellent form on the level before a taking success over hurdles at Down Royal. Narrowly denied in Listed company at Wetherby on his first run for the Olly Murphy yard, Static is a key player too.

MY NOBLE LORD, a most progressive handicapper on the Flat, has the physique and attitude to do well over jumps and looks sure to leave the bare form of his opening win at Chepstow last month well behind now stepping up in grade. Prairie Angel and East India Dock are also promising and they head the dangers.

The standout contender is EAST INDIA DOCK, who was the best of these on the Flat and his winning hurdling debut was hard to fault.

12:45 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (9/2 -35%) Either Way	4.5 9/2(-35%)	(8) Either Way 9/2, Runner-up sole start in Irish points and joined a top yard but proved too free in a pair of Southwell bumpers in early summer. Shouldn't be written off now going hurdling. Showed only minor promise in two mares' bumpers in the spring but represents a top stable.
4 2nd (4) (5/2 +75%) Land Of Moon	2.5 5/2(+75%)	(4) Land Of Moon 5/2, Fair form shown in bumpers but had a wind op before coming in only ninth of 14 in novice hurdle (14/1) at Bangor (16.7f, heavy) on hurdles bow 18 days ago. Big step forward is required. Placed in a bumper last season and ran well to a point on recent hurdling debut.
6 3rd (6) (10/3 -48%) Woodstock City	3.333333 10/3(-48%)	(6) Woodstock City 10/3, A fairly useful 10f winner on Flat who posted a good fourth of 16 in novice hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, good) 20 days ago. Merits consideration. Still fair on the Flat, and began hurdling career with two good runs last month.
5 4th (5) (9/1 +55%) Nathanael Greene	9 9/1(+55%)	(5) Nathanael Greene 9/1, A useful winner on Flat (stays 2m) for William Haggas. Changed hands for 45,000 gns but well held both hurdling runs, latest in 2m Chepstow novice last month. Has lots to prove. Useful on the Flat in his prime but has made very disappointing start to hurdling career.
7 5th (7) (25/1 +50%) Annie Don	25 25/1(+50%)	(7) Annie Don 25/1, Well held in a Southwell bumper in May and novice hurdle at Ludlow (2m) 23 days ago. Hard to make a case for. Soundly beaten when 250-1 for last month's hurdling debut.
1 6th (1) (80/1 -21%) Beaming Light	80 80/1(-21%)	(1) Beaming Light 80/1, Modest maiden on the Flat, only seventh of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 33 days ago. Makes hurdles debut with more needed. Unplaced in two bumpers and all nine Flat starts; overlooked on hurdling debut.
3 7th (3) (11/4 -38%) Kabuki	2.75 11/4(-38%)	(3) Kabuki 11/4, Bumper winner last December and has shown promise in this sphere, still not the finished article when third of 9 in novice (7/4) at Sedgefield (16.8f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Leading form claims. Bumper winner; ran well for a long way when third over hurdles at Sedgefield last month.
2 8th (2) (33/1 +50%) First Cut	33 33/1(+50%)	(2) First Cut 33/1, Modest maiden on the level and well held in a pair of maiden hurdles last month. Hard to warm to. Well beaten at triple-digit odds in two maiden hurdles last month.

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12:45 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

WOODSTOCK CITY was useful on the Flat and displayed some promise when fourth at Wincanton a few weeks ago. A repeat of that level of form would give the four-year-old a big chance in a moderate event. Either Way was not disgraced in Southwell bumper when last seen in June and she could go well, while Kabuki is the pick of the remainder.

Donald McCain's fairly useful bumper scorer KABUKI looks to have more to offer yet so is fancied to gain a first win in this sphere at the chief expense of form rival Woodstock City. Nicky Henderson's hurdling debutante Either Way could also have a say, especially if the market vibes are positive.

Donald McCain's KABUKI again showed promise when third at Sedgefield last time and might be the answer to this run-of-the-mill novice.

12:50 Navan Handicap Hurdle 16f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
15 1st (15) (9/1 +55%) Clarens	9 9/1(+55%)	(15) Clarens 9/1, C&D winner who went winless last year but ran well when runner-up in this corresponding race 12 months ago. Low-key efforts so far this term but fallen to a handy mark if return to this venue sparks a revival. Interesting. No success since winning three in a row in 2021, declining mark but hard to make a case.
10 2nd (10) (13/2 +0%) Tonaghneave Well	6.5 13/2(+0%)	(10) Tonaghneave Well 13/2, Creditable second of 8 in novice hurdle at Wexford (16.4f, heavy, 10/3) 19 days ago, conceding first run. Compiling a solid record over hurdles and feasible to think there could be more to come now handicapping. Has never run a bad race, form of Gowran win franked by the runner-up, first handicap.
5 3rd (5) (3/1 +25%) Hashtag Pretender	3 3/1(+25%)	(5) Hashtag Pretender 3/1, 11/10, career best when winning 15-runner novice hurdle at Gowran (16f, good to soft) 43 days ago by 8½ lengths from The Mediator, making all and well on top finish. Respected making handicap debut. Trounced The Mediator in a maiden at Gowran, the reopposing runner-up has won since.
7 4th (7) (7/1 +50%) Media Naranja	7 7/1(+50%)	(7) Media Naranja 7/1, Fairly useful hurdler who ran up to best when second in mares' event at Listowel (16.5f) in June. May have found a relatively busy spell catching up with her in pair of hurdle/chase starts thereafter and freshened up ahead of this. Interesting. Reliable mare early in her hurdling career, needs to find extra judged on 2024 form.
1 5th (1) (16/1 +20%) Fiveonefive	16 16/1(+20%)	(1) Fiveonefive 16/1, Latest win in hurdle at Cartmel in June. Eighth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (15.8f, soft, 28/1) 34 days ago. Needs to leave that in his wake if he's to figure. Gained the most recent of his four wins at Cartmel in June, plenty of weight here.
13 6th (13) (10/1 +29%) Dame Rapide	10 10/1(+29%)	(13) Dame Rapide 10/1, Second of 5 in novice chase at Gowran (16f, good, 6/1) on debut over fences 7 days ago. In good order over hurdles previously and live each-way claims returned to this sphere. Second in a mares' chase at Gowran last Saturday, generally dependable in handicap hurdles.
16 7th (16) (25/1 -79%) Sargent Lightfoot	25 25/1(-79%)	(16) Sargent Lightfoot 25/1, Resumed winning ways over hurdles at Punchestown (19.2f) and good placed efforts on each of his last 2 starts, latest when second of 8 in handicap chase at Kilbeggan (20.2f) 71 days ago. Clearly in good form but this tougher than of late. Won at Punchestown in June, best known as a Kilbeggan specialist, veteran retains ability.
12 8th (12) (11/1 +8%) Metamorpheus	11 11/1(+8%)	(12) Metamorpheus 11/1, 3/1, creditable fifth of 15 in handicap at Roscommon (12.2f, heavy) 88 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Tongue strap on 1st time. Fairly useful hurdler, creditable on last hurdle run. Heavy-ground hurdles winner, unplaced favourite on Flat on latest, tongue-tie on now.
3 9th (3) (14/1 -17%) Harsh	14 14/1(-17%)	(3) Harsh 14/1, First run since leaving Joseph Patrick O'Brien when twelfth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (16.9f, good to soft, 28/1) 14 days ago, losing place having been hampered sixth. Still only a 4-y-o and he may yet have more to offer. Useful juvenile hurdler for Joseph O'Brien last season, badly hampered on stable debut.
11 10th (11) (25/1 +0%) Wajaaha	25 25/1(+0%)	(11) Wajaaha 25/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2022. Fell in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (16.9f, good to soft, 18/1) 14 days ago, taking a heavy fall as things were beginning to develop. Not ruled out provided that hasn't left a mark. Second to Dame Rapide at Fairyhouse three starts ago, fell four out at Down Royal latest.
4 11th (4) (28/1 -155%) Cafe Con Leche	28 28/1(-155%)	(4) Cafe Con Leche 28/1, Bounced back to form when successful over hurdles at Cork last December. Solid efforts on the Flat in recent weeks, latterly when second of 18 in handicap at Galway (11.8f, heavy) 19 days ago, clear of rest. Interesting if market spoke in his favour returned to timber. First hurdles run since last December, leading chance now based on good recent Flat form.
8 12th (8) (11/1 +45%) The Dasher Conway	11 11/1(+45%)	(8) The Dasher Conway 11/1, Sixth of 9 in handicap chase (11/1) at Limerick (19.2f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Others more persuasive. More effective as a chaser but his 10lb lower mark as a hurdler gives him a fair chance.
9 13th (9) (20/1 +20%) Dark Note	20 20/1(+20%)	(9) Dark Note 20/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 12/1, fourteenth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (16.9f, good to soft) 14 days ago, dropping away home turn. Needs to bounce back. Long losing sequence since a Flat success last year, dropped away tamely at Down Royal.
14 14th (14) (7/1 -27%) The Mediator	7 7/1(-27%)	(14) The Mediator 7/1, Unreliable sort. Didn't need to be at best when winning 13-runner novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, good) 11 days ago. Likely to have his resolution tested now handicapping in a competitive event. Ended a sequence of seconds with a wide-margin Fairyhouse maiden win, needs to jump better.
2 15th (2) (50/1 -150%) Calico	50 50/1(-150%)	(2) Calico 50/1, Sixth of 7 in handicap chase (11/2) at Down Royal (16.4f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Stable having good spell. Five-time winner including over hurdles in America a year ago, has been chasing.

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12:50 Navan Handicap Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

TONAGHNEAVE WELL may be able to make a winning start in handicap company. The four-year-old has been very consistent and won a good maiden at Gowran Park early last month. He went down by half a length to the progressive Ol Man Dingle at Wexford last time and doesn't look badly treated off an initial mark of 119. The Mediator had been frustrating before opening his hurdling account in fine style at Fairyhouse. With that confidence boosting win under his belt he could play a big part again. Hashtag Pretender similarly gained an overdue win last time and is another to consider on his handicap debut.

MEDIA NARANJA appeals as being on a workable mark over hurdles and she's given the narrow vote to come out on top for the stable who landed this race 12 months ago. Hashtag Pretender and Tonaghneave Well are others fancied to feature. Harsh and Clarens also make some appeal.

Amateur-ridden in a series of handicap hurdle runs last season, CAFE CON LECHE has strong prospects on his recent Flat form

13:00 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (4/9 +0%) Act Of Authority	0.444444 4/9(+0%)	(1) Act Of Authority 4/9, Successful on 3 occasions during a productive novice hurdle campaign and all the better for his reappearance run at Chepstow (19.5f) in October when running out an impressive winner of 9-runner handicap at Sandown (19.8f) 6 days ago. Will take some stopping from unchanged mark. Won easily at Sandown last Sunday and escapes a penalty; should be tough to beat.
3 2nd (3) (10/1 -54%) Liverpool Knight	10 10/1(-54%)	(3) Liverpool Knight 10/1, 3-time winner over hurdles for Olly Murphy during 2023 and ended time with that yard in good form this summer. Low-key effort back from 3 months off for new yard at Wincanton (15.2f) 3 weeks ago but no surprise to see a better showing back up in trip. In good form in July and could improve for his recent stable debut outing (below par).
2 3rd (2) (6/1 +8%) Bertie's Ballet	6 6/1(+8%)	(2) Bertie's Ballet 6/1, Dual bumper scorer who reached a fairly useful level over hurdles last season, winning once from 5 starts having kept good company. Clearly not himself when pulled up on return/chase debut at Hexham 5 weeks ago and connections quick to opt for a return to this sphere. Pulled up on last month's chase debut but a consistent novice hurdler last season.
4 4th (4) (9/1 +0%) City Derby	9 9/1(+0%)	(4) City Derby 9/1, Completed a Cartmel 4-timer in staying handicaps this summer and emerged with credit in finishing placed at Perth/Aintree subsequently. Clearly remains at the top of his game but his revised mark demands that little bit more now. Won four in a row at Cartmel this season and fair performances in defeat the last twice.

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13:00 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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

ACT OF AUTHORITY bolted up in a conditionals' handicap at Sandown last weekend and is able to compete off the same rating. This looks a good piece of placing from his connections and if he remains in the same form, he is difficult to oppose. City Derby chased home a subsequent dual winner at Aintree last time and should go well off an unchanged mark, while Liverpool Knight can beat Bertie's Ballet home for third.

ACT OF AUTHORITY proved a different proposition with a reappearance run behind him when running out an authoritative winner at Sandown (19.8f) 6 days ago, his strength at the finish particularly taking. He ought to take some stopping operating from the same mark. Bertie's Ballet and Liverpool Knight can do battle for the forecast spot.

This revolves around ACT OF AUTHORITY, who escapes a penalty for last Sunday's easy win in a conditionals' handicap at Sandown.

13:10 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 3) 25f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (11/4 +66%) Transmission	2.75 11/4(+66%)	(2) Transmission 11/4, Irish import who did well in staying handicap hurdles after joining this yard last season, winning twice and placed twice from half-a-dozen appearances. Shaped well back over fences when second of 6 in novice at this course (24.5f, good) on return 21 days ago. Open to improvement. 2 handicap hurdle wins earlier this year and encouraging return to fences here last month.
3 2nd (3) (22/1 -38%) Java Point	22 22/1(-38%)	(3) Java Point 22/1, Confirmed promise of stable debut when landing a decent pot at Sandown in February. Respectable fifth of 14 in handicap chase at this course (26f, good) final start. Off 7 months. Won at Sandown in February on second stable start; needs to be at top of game on return.
12 3rd (12) (12/1 +64%) Planned Paradise	12 12/1(+64%)	(12) Planned Paradise 12/1, Scored at Perth in the summer but not so good since, 16½ lengths eighth of 18 to The Newest One in handicap chase at this C&D (good) 22 days ago. Some good form this season but soundly beaten over C&D three weeks ago.
4 4th (4) (3/1 +25%) The Newest One	3 3/1(+25%)	(4) The Newest One 3/1, Capitalised on a lower chase mark when making a winning return in 18-runner handicap chase at this C&D (good) under this rider 22 days ago by 1½ lengths from Jimmy The Digger, finding extra having done plenty in a well-run race. Needs considering up 5 lb. Won big-field C&D handicap on reappearance and could play another leading role up 5lb.
10 5th (10) (9/2 +10%) Read To Return	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(10) Read To Return 9/2, In good form early last season, scoring at Killarney (23f) and making the frame in 3 other starts. Form rather tailed off in latter part of campaign but took a step back in the right direction after 6 months off when fourth at Punchestown last month. Needs to build on that. Caught the attention of the stewards when fifth in this last year; could be involved.
1 6th (1) (16/1 -45%) Deise Aba	16 16/1(-45%)	(1) Deise Aba 16/1, Useful but unpredictable chaser for Philip Hobbs. Successful in 4 of 6 starts in points, including latest (Apr 1). Sold from Francesca Poste £10,000 later in May and decent start for this yard when just failing at Wincanton 3 weeks ago. Not sure to be in same mood here. 11yo who was short-headed on recent stable debut at Wincanton and he's respected.
11 7th (11) (6/1 +8%) Jimmy The Digger	6 6/1(+8%)	(11) Jimmy The Digger 6/1, Looked out of sorts towards the end of last season but all the better for return when 1½ lengths second of 18 to The Newest One in handicap chase at this C&D (good, 33/1) under this rider 22 days ago. On a good mark if building on that. C&D winner who was second of 18 over C&D three weeks ago; contender.
5 8th (5) (80/1 -142%) Cap Du Nord	80 80/1(-142%)	(5) Cap Du Nord 80/1, Resumed winning ways at Perth in July. Badly hampered 5 out when eleventh of 20 in handicap chase at Galway (22.5f, soft) next time before well held at Aintree 3 weeks ago. 11yo who has won twice this year but was tailed off at Aintree three weeks ago.
7 9th (7) (40/1 -60%) Clonmeen	40 40/1(-60%)	(7) Clonmeen 40/1, Latest win in chase at Punchestown in December. Below par last 3 starts, though looked rusty at Cork on return. A return to form is needed but he's travelled from Ireland and is not written off.
8 10th (8) (25/1 -56%) Captain Speaking	25 25/1(-56%)	(8) Captain Speaking 25/1, Unraced in this country since completing hat-trick at Fakenham 4 years ago but has paid his way in France since, winning 5 times, latest at Durtal in March. Good second at Auteuil final start and not taken lightly. Trained in France; untested at the trip but has 7-21 strike-rate over fences; interesting.
9 11th (9) (17/2 +47%) Strictlyadancer	8.5 17/2(+47%)	(9) Strictlyadancer 17/2, Won 3 on the bounce over fences during 2021/22. Missed the following season and record since has been patchy, though better than bare result when 13¾ lengths fifth of 18 to The Newest One in handicap chase (11/1) at this C&D (good) 22 days ago, a big move before 3 out taking its toll. Not dismissed. Won this in 2021; didn't run badly over C&D last time but needs a bigger performance today.

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13:10 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 3) 25f Race Class Flow

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

A slightly unlucky second when hampered two out behind the reopposing The Newest One over C&D last month, JIMMY THE DIGGER could be primed to regain the winning thread at a track that has mostly served him well. A respectable fifth in this contest last year off 1lb lower, Read To Return is interesting on the back of a decent return run at Punchestown, while the booking of Patrick Mullins aboard the unexposed Transmission looks significant. Narrowly denied at Wincanton last time out, the veteran Deise Aba is another to consider.

COME ON TEDDY starts the new campaign potentially well handicapped for his new yard so could be the answer with a top Irish amateur booked. The Newest One and Jimmy The Digger were first and second in a similar event over C&D 3 weeks ago and they head the dangers.

This could go to TRANSMISSION, who was progressive in staying handicap hurdles earlier this year and ran well here recently.

13:20 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 26f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (7/4 +42%) Ajp Kingdom	1.75 7/4(+42%)	(3) Ajp Kingdom 7/4, Three-time hurdles winner who returned to form on second chase start when runner-up at Worcester (23f, good) in June. Let down by shoddy jumping next 3 runs but better in that department when chasing home subsequent Grand Sefton winner King Turgeon in first-time cheekpieces at Chepstow recently. 0-6 over fences but twice runner-up and bumped into one at Chepstow.
1 2nd (1) (7/2 +22%) Sporting Ace	3.5 7/2(+22%)	(1) Sporting Ace 7/2, Stepped up on low-key chase debut when landing a Chepstow handicap (23.6f, heavy) last December. Runner-up on 2 of his 3 subsequent starts and likely to be on the premises if ready to roll following an 8-month absence. 1-5 over fences; has the form to feature off this mark if not held back by fitness.
2 3rd (2) (9/4 -20%) My Gift To You	2.25 9/4(-20%)	(2) My Gift To You 9/4, Enhanced good strike rate over fences (and fine overall record since joining this yard) when scoring at Sedgefield (26.3f, good to soft) last month. Shade more needed up 6 lb but he may well be equal to the task. Consistent and prolific since joining James Owen; rallying winner off 6lb lower latest.
5 4th (5) (13/2 +0%) The Wrekin	6.5 13/2(+0%)	(5) The Wrekin 13/2, Off the mark over fences at fourth attempt when taking 5-runner Market Rasen handicap (3m, good) in August of last year. Shaped as though ability remains intact on first run since when fourth here last month and that will have blown away the cobwebs. Cheekpieces refitted. 3lb lower than for his sole chase win and entitled to strip fitter for his comeback run.
4 5th (4) (14/1 -75%) Aquila Sky	14 14/1(-75%)	(4) Aquila Sky 14/1, Fairly useful hurdler who produced his best effort to date over fences when a close third in a 26.3f Chepstow handicap during the spring. However, it was all rather laboured tried in cheekpieces (discarded here) at Bangor next time and he looks vulnerable from a win point of view. Penultimate effort brings him right into it but his record when fresh is a concern.

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13:20 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 26f Race Class Flow

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

My Gift To You has to be of interest having scored at Sedgefield a month ago but preference is for AJP KINGDOM. Fergal O'Brien's gelding bumped into a very well-handicapped rival when second at Chepstow last time and has to be taken seriously off the same mark here. Sporting Ace is another with valid form claims on his return to action.

Granted an error-free round of jumping, AJP KINGDOM may well be the answer. He couldn't live with King Turgeon at Chepstow but that form looks all the better in light of the winner's subsequent success over the National fences at Aintree. There's no doubt that this 7-y-o is on a good mark and he is marginally preferred to the consistent My Gift To You. The Wrekin should come on for this recent comeback run and also merits respect, while Sporting Ace needs a second look, too.

A tight race in which all five have chances. AJP KINGDOM may provide the answer having bumped into one last time.

13:25 Navan Maiden Hurdle 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (4/6 +52%) Bleu De Vassy	0.666667 4/6(+52%)	(1) Bleu De Vassy 4/6, Promising type. Career best when winning 9-runner novice hurdle (6/4) at Fairyhouse (18.5f, good) on hurdles bow 35 days ago, impressively. Obvious appeal. Jumped well for ready Fairyhouse maiden win; potentially smart novice.
4 2nd (4) (8/1 -7%) Mr Percy	8 8/1(-7%)	(4) Mr Percy 8/1, Fairly useful winner on the Flat. Won 17-runner novice hurdle (5/6) at Limerick (16.3f, good to soft) 28 days ago, going with enthusiasm. Open to improvement but this represents a significant step up in class. Limerick 4yo maiden winner type to keep improving and has to be respected.
6 3rd (6) (9/1 -20%) Patter Merchant	9 9/1(-20%)	(6) Patter Merchant 9/1, Thrice-raced winner under Rules. Won 7-runner novice hurdle at Galway (21.4f, heavy, 9/4) on hurdles bow 20 days ago. Back down in trip and open to progress. Bleu De Vassy appears to be the stable No 1 but he shouldn't be underestimated. Looked a stayer when winning at Galway so surprising he is dropped in trip here.
7 4th (7) (14/1 -40%) Royal Hollow	14 14/1(-40%)	(7) Royal Hollow 14/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Creditable 3½ lengths second of 8 to Sansrisk in Grade 3 hurdle (4/1) at Down Royal (16.9f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Not without each-way hope. Progressive mare; ground remaining in her favour and can't be ruled out.
2 5th (2) (7/1 +18%) Helvic Dream	7 7/1(+18%)	(2) Helvic Dream 7/1, Useful hurdler. Course winner. 8/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, good second of 18 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (16.9f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time and he merits respect. Much better Flat performer but steadily improving hurdler; more on his plate here.
3 6th (3) (125/1 -279%) Milo Lises	125 125/1(-279%)	(3) Milo Lises 125/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Successful at Punchestown in February. Fell in handicap hurdle at Perth (20.2f, soft, 16/5). Off 6 months ahead of this debut for new yard and he's opposable. Probably needs to improve to play a major role on yard debut and ideally wants it softer.
5 \|PU\| (5) (8/1 -60%) Mywayofthinkin	8 8/1(-60%)	(5) Mywayofthinkin 8/1, Highly promising type. Won 15-runner novice hurdle at Punchestown (16f, good to soft, 4/5) on hurdles bow 179 days ago, cosily. Should significantly improve. Well-bred Punchestown maiden winner a smart prospect but ideally might want further.

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13:25 Navan Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Gordon Elliott has won four of the last eight runnings of this race and BLEU DE VASSY can enhance that record. The Cokoriko gelding had some strong bumper form and made a stunning start to his hurdling career with a wide margin win at Fairyhouse last month. He will get further than this in time but looks to have the class to score at this trip. The well-bred Mywayofthinkin won his maiden hurdle at Punchestown in fine style and is open to plenty of improvement. He could be a danger. Mr Percy made up for unseating early first time over jumps with a good win at Limerick. He's another for the shortlist.

Having impressed on his hurdles debut at Fairyhouse last month, BLEU DE VASSY can be expected to take this step up in class in his stride. He may have most to fear from stable companion Patter Merchant, who also made a winning start in this sphere at Galway. Mywayofthinkin, another who is 1-1 over hurdles, is open to plenty of progress and he needs a second look, along with Helvic Dream.

A very open renewal in which maiden winners BLEU DE VASSY and Mywayofthinkin could be the ones to concentrate on

13:35 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 3) 19f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (2/1 +40%) Densworth	2 2/1(+40%)	(3) Densworth 2/1, Fairly useful winner at 17f over hurdles. 7/1, below-par fifth of 7 in handicap chase at Aintree (15.8f, good to soft) on his debut over fences 20 days ago. Needs to build on it. Weakened quickly on chase debut but may have needed it; three novice hurdle wins last term.
1 2nd (1) (11/4 -69%) Pay The Piper	2.75 11/4(-69%)	(1) Pay The Piper 11/4, Aready a dual 17f chase winner at Kelso this season, latest success coming in 6-runner handicap 21 days ago. This course scorer must enter calculations despite taking a 7 lb weights rise. Two wins at Kelso this autumn and had plenty in hand last time; key player.
5 3rd (5) (9/2 +44%) Glory And Honour	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(5) Glory And Honour 9/2, Improved for current yard last season and also scored on the Flat at Pontefract in October. Shaped like a non-stayer when pulled up over 29f at Sedgefield latest run over fences so can't be ruled out back in trip. Didn't stay 3m5f on latest chase start; on a reduced mark; capable of playing leading role.
4 4th (4) (4/1 +47%) Findthetime	4 4/1(+47%)	(4) Findthetime 4/1, Landed a pair of small-field handicaps last winter for Nicky Richards. Got back on track for his current yard when second of 6 in handicap chase at Hexham (15.6f) 146 days ago. Considered. Two-time course winner who returns from break with trainer enjoying productive autumn.
2 5th (2) (6/1 -71%) Escapeandevade	6 6/1(-71%)	(2) Escapeandevade 6/1, Took his form up a notch over fences with cheekpieces enlisted last term, bringing up the hat-trick at Kelso (17f) in March. Disputing the lead when unseating rider 3 out on his return here (2m) last month so a player with the headgear back on now. Won three in a row at end of last term; bang there when unseating three out here on return.

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13:35 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 3) 19f Race Class Flow

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

PAY THE PIPER has been in terrific form since returning in September, winning twice at Kelso either side of going down to an unexposed rival here last month. A 7lb rise for his latest triumph shouldn't be a barrier to further success and he is the pick. Densworth disappointed on his chasing bow at Aintree recently, but could step forward with that experience under his belt. Escapeandevade, who was running well prior to unseating on his seasonal reappearance, heads the remainder.

None of these can be ruled out but the vote goes to ESCAPEANDEVADE who looked as good as ever when unseating his rider late on here last time and can bounce back to winning ways with the cheekpieces refitted. Course-scorer Pay The Piper could emerge as the main danger ahead of Glory And Honour and Findthetime.

The rejuvenated 9yo PAY THE PIPER is taken to post his third win of the autumn, having done it nicely at Kelso last time.

13:45 Cheltenham Maiden Chase (Class 1) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (10/11 +34%) L'eau Du Sud	0.909091 10/11(+34%)	(4) L'eau Du Sud 10/11, Strikes as sort of good-class handicap hurdler (runner-up in Betfair and County Hurdle last year) his stable routinely turn into even better chasers and pulverised his 4 rivals on chase debut at Stratford (19.4f, good to soft) just over a fortnight ago. The one to beat with better to come. Runner-up in the County Hurdle in March and impressed on recent chase debut at Stratford.
8 2nd (8) (12/1 -20%) Western Zephyr	12 12/1(-20%)	(8) Western Zephyr 12/1, Winner of 3 of his half-a-dozen starts over hurdles and positive start in this sphere last season. Given a chance by the handicapper and finally got off the mark in this sphere on return following a wind op in 5-runner handicap at Carlisle (15.9f) last month. Must build on that now. Tougher task today but he impressed at Carlisle last time; could make another bold bid.
5 3rd (5) (11/4 +21%) Lookaway	2.75 11/4(+21%)	(5) Lookaway 11/4, Likeable sort who completed a hat-trick in course Grade 2 last October and several pretty useful efforts in defeat after at up to 20.5f. Made a return/chasing debut in a match event at Uttoxeter (16f, good to soft) earlier this month and seems sure to go on to better things in this sphere. Won Grade 2 novice hurdle here last season; scored on recent chase debut; respected.
1 4th (1) (25/1 -108%) San Salvador	25 25/1(-108%)	(1) San Salvador 25/1, Dual winning hurdler who is getting his act together over fences, supplementing his Listowel novice success in September with a Grade 3 victory at Roscommon just a week later. Best not judged on his latest effort over C&D (good) recently but needs to improve again. Won Grade 3 at Roscommon in September but suspicion he'll be vulnerable under penalty here.
3 5th (3) (10/1 +60%) Breizh River	10 10/1(+60%)	(3) Breizh River 10/1, Failed to get his head in front over hurdles but handicap chases have been the making of him, scoring at Hexham and Bangor this summer. Took his record to 3-4 after a break with a big step forward in form terms at Kelso last month, but this is a different kettle of fish altogether. 3-4 over fences; a couple of others may have greater potential but he's clearly thriving.
7 6th (7) (15/2 +0%) Petit Tonnerre	7.5 15/2(+0%)	(7) Petit Tonnerre 15/2, Useful hurdler at best who didn't convince with his jumping sent chasing last season. Below his best over hurdles subsequently but gave cause for encouragement back over fences returning from 4 months off when runner-up at Aintree (15.8f) recently, finishing well. Really wants further than this. 0-5 over fences but good 2nd at Aintree latest; may not be far away now he's back on song.
6 7th (6) (50/1 +0%) Noble Anthem	50 50/1(+0%)	(6) Noble Anthem 50/1, Fairly useful Flat winner who is lightly raced over jumps and clearly learnt plenty from his initial experience over fences when winning 5-runner handicap at Sedgefield last month. Seemed to excel himself when third in C&D novice just over 3 weeks ago (bled) but has a mountain to climb here. Creditable third of four over C&D last time but others have more substance to their claims.
2 8th (2) (100/1 +0%) Ballymackie	100 100/1(+0%)	(2) Ballymackie 100/1, Picked up for £160,000 after winning a couple of Irish points early last year. Pitched into a strong race for his Rules debut when last of 5 in a 2½m Warwick novice chase 12 months ago and now asked an even bigger question returning in a tongue tie. May improve but huge outsider in this. Two-time point winner but well beaten on sole rules start last November and absent since.

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13:45 Cheltenham Maiden Chase (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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It is difficult to look past L'EAU DU SUD, who in the main jumped impeccably on chase debut over further at Stratford last month when scoring easily. A return to this track should not inconvenience either, having finished runner-up in the County Hurdle in March, and that form should be enough to see off the admirable Lookaway, who landed a two-runner contest at Uttoxeter on chase debut. Neil King's charge was second in the Greatwood at this meeting last year and is noted along with Carlisle scorer Western Zephyr and Petit Tonnerre.

An Arkle trial in name only, L'EAU DU SUD the sort of good-class handicap hurdler his stable almost routinely turn into even better chasers and he's strongly fancied to take the step up in class in his stride and make it 2-2 in this sphere. Lookaway showed his likeable attitude when making a winning return/chase debut at Uttoxeter recently, so he heads up the dangers with improvement on the cards, with Western Zephyr taken to edge out San Salvador for third.

C&D Grade 2 novice hurdle winner LOOKAWAY won on his recent chase debut at Uttoxeter and is taken to make it 2-2 over fences.

13:53 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (7/2 -17%) Lime Drop	3.5 7/2(-17%)	(3) Lime Drop 7/2, Filled the runner-up spot on 5 of her 7 starts over fences, including at Kempton on return last month. In the mix again. Creditable second on seasonal debut at Kempton and remains on workable mark; major player.
2 2nd (2) (7/2 +50%) Ip Up	3.5 7/2(+50%)	(2) Ip Up 7/2, Fair hurdler/chaser in France who won 2m handicap hurdles at Fakenham and Newcastle upon joining this yard. However, down the field both starts this term so has something to prove. Last month's British chase debut was disappointing but her subsequent hurdle run was okay.
1 3rd (1) (11/4 +0%) Isabella Bee	2.75 11/4(+0%)	(1) Isabella Bee 11/4, Built on encouraging chase debut effort when taking 9-runner handicap at Worcester (16.5f) in August. Not in same form when third back at that venue but shaped as if back at the top of her game before falling at Ludlow's notoriously tricky fourth last 5 weeks ago. Remains of interest. Fell when last in action but can still build upon this summer's clearcut chase win.
5 4th (5) (2/1 +27%) Love Tree	2 2/1(+27%)	(5) Love Tree 2/1, Runner-up twice in bumpers prior to scoring readily on her Ludlow hurdles debut just before Christmas. Too free next 2 starts but a hood had the desired effect when landing 11-runner novice at Chepstow in March. Excellent second at Hereford on return and looks an interesting recruit to chasing. Close second on recent handicap hurdle debut; connections are evidently keen to go chasing.
6 5th (6) (40/1 -186%) Omaha Wish	40 40/1(-186%)	(6) Omaha Wish 40/1, Cemented positive start made over fences when landing Fakenham handicap in June. Fell at Market Rasen next time and disappointed back over hurdles at Newton Abbot a month later. Subsequently sold from Dan Skelton £1,000 in October. Chase winner for Dan Skelton in June; sold for £1,000 after poor hurdle run in August.
7 6th (7) (16/1 +36%) River Robe	16 16/1(+36%)	(7) River Robe 16/1, Modest hurdler who was well held last time. Headgear applied for chase debut. In the frame on two of four hurdle starts for new stable but not one to rely upon.

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13:53 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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LIME DROP returned to the fray with a solid second over 2m2f at Kempton last month. She will likely be sharper for that effort and this return to a shorter distance is not a problem. A dual winner over hurdles, Love Tree has a recent second at Hereford under her belt and should prove competitive if taking to the larger obstacles, while Isabella Bee was still in contention when falling at Ludlow and is not without a chance off her current mark.

ISABELLA BEE shaped as if back at the top of her game before falling at Ludlow's notoriously tricky fourth last, so is worth another chance. Lime Drop is a solid alternative, while progressive hurdler Love Tree is an interesting newcomer over fences.

Preference is for LIME DROP, who was clear in second behind a good chasing prospect on last month's seasonal reappearance at Kempton.

13:58 Navan Conditions Hurdle 20f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (7/1 -75%) Home By The Lee	7 7/1(-75%)	(4) Home By The Lee 7/1, Very smart hurdler. 16/1, respectable 7¼ lengths sixth of 14 to Losange Bleu in Grande Course de Haies d'Auteuil at Auteuil (25.4f, soft) in May. Back down in trip. Good form claims if close to best after 6 months off. Won this in 2022 and third last year; goes well fresh and should again be thereabouts.
2 2nd (2) (11/8 +21%) Bob Olinger	1.375 11/8(+21%)	(2) Bob Olinger 11/8, High-class hurdler/chaser. Won this and the Grade 2 Relkeel at Cheltenham last season. Narrowly denied in Aintree Grade 1 final start. Should make a bold bid to defend his crown. Last year's winner on seasonal return looks the standout candidate again.
7 3rd (7) (40/1 +39%) Eagle Fang	40 40/1(+39%)	(7) Eagle Fang 40/1, Useful hurdler. Latest win in hurdle at Punchestown in May. 17/2, second of 4 in minor event hurdle at Punchestown (18.4f, good) 32 days ago. Something to find at this level. Recent Punchestown second best run yet; first attempt at 2m4f and needs to improve again.
6 4th (6) (8/1 -7%) Zanahiyr	8 8/1(-7%)	(6) Zanahiyr 8/1, Smart hurdler. Below form fifth of 17 in handicap chase at Listowel (23.8f, soft, 10/1) 52 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Blinkers on 1st time. The mount of Jack Kennedy from the yard's 4 runners. Last year's second to Bob Olinger; jumping awry in Kerry National latest and back hurdling.
8 5th (8) (2/1 +50%) Jetara	2 2/1(+50%)	(8) Jetara 2/1, Smart hurdler. Won a Limerick listed hurdle last month and followed up in a Flat maiden at the Curragh 13 days ago. Respected. In good form of late; handy weight and possible race-fitness advantage.
3 6th (3) (8/1 +56%) Dawn Rising	8 8/1(+56%)	(3) Dawn Rising 8/1, Smart form on the Flat since last seen over hurdles, winning a 2m Curragh Group 3 a couple of weeks ago. It'll be very interesting to see how he gets on back over timber. Recent Group 3 Flat winner; interesting contender on first hurdles run in 20 months.
9 7th (9) (33/1 +0%) Royal Eagle	33 33/1(+0%)	(9) Royal Eagle 33/1, Useful hurdler. 12/1, respectable 10 lengths second of 6 to Take No Chances in listed Mares' Hurdle at Wetherby (16f, good) 14 days ago, no match for winner. Step back up in trip should suit. Received 10lb when touched off by Jetara at Limerick so stiff task on level terms now.
5 8th (5) (33/1 -175%) Maxxum	33 33/1(-175%)	(5) Maxxum 33/1, Smart hurdler. 10/3, pulled up in minor event chase at Listowel (19f, good to soft) 166 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Needs a couple of these to falter. Out and out stayer so trip here looks on the short side.

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13:58 Navan Conditions Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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BOB OLINGER opened his season on a bright note in this race last year and can make a winning start again. The classy Sholokhov gelding was a cosy winner 12 months ago and ended his campaign with an agonisingly narrow defeat by Impaire Et Passe in top level company at Aintree. He sets the standard here off his mark of 160. Home By The Lee hasn't much to find on the book getting a 5lb pull. He won this race a couple of years ago before finishing third to the selection 12 months ago. The mare Jetara comes here with a fitness advantage and gets 12lb from the selection. She could also play a big part.

BOB OLINGER can make a winning reappearance in this race for the second year running. Dawn Rising has developed into a smart performer on the Flat since winning a Grade 3 novice hurdle a couple of years ago and is second choice ahead of Jetara.

A good-class renewal with first three from last year in opposition, BOB OLINGER taken to confirm form

14:10 Wetherby Conditions Hurdle (Class 2) 16f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (9/4 +0%) Kalium	2.25 9/4(+0%)	(3) Kalium 9/4, Appealing pedigree and made a winning debut in a Killarney bumper in May, which was his sole outing for Sean Doyle. Promising start over hurdles for new connections when a close second in a Ludlow novice (15.8f, good to soft) and should make a bold bid to go one better here. Convincing winner of bumper; promising second on hurdling debut; has plenty of potential.
4 2nd (4) (7/2 +42%) Lost Frequencies	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(4) Lost Frequencies 7/2, Second in an Irish point earlier this year and stepped up on Rules debut fourth in a Perth bumper when winning one handsomely at Hexham (16.2f, soft) on return last month. More on his plate now switched to hurdles but he should have a future in this sphere. Readily went clear at Hexham on second run in bumpers; interesting hurdling debutant.
1 3rd (1) (2/1 +50%) Emiyn	2 2/1(+50%)	(1) Emiyn 2/1, Useful stayer at his best on the Flat and positive start over hurdles when runner-up at Aintree (2½m, good to soft) last month. Probably doesn't have much scope for improvement but he should nevertheless pick up a race in this sphere soon enough. Five-time Flat winner; pleasing start over hurdles when second at Aintree; respected.
2 4th (2) (15/2 -7%) I'd Go Maniac	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(2) I'd Go Maniac 15/2, Left his debut effort on all-weather last autumn well behind when running out a comfortable winner of a 9-runner bumper at Market Rasen (16.6f, good to firm) in July. Safely held at Ludlow since and improvement needed now switched to hurdles. Easy bumper scorer in July and had excuse next time; must be considered on hurdling debut.
5 \|PU\| (5) (5/2 -11%) Soleil D'arizona	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(5) Soleil D'arizona 5/2, Fairly useful on the Flat in France in 2023 and, having changed hands for €50,000 last month, she made an encouraging start over hurdles when second in a 16.7f mares' maiden at Exeter. Open to improvement for top yard and she is greatly respected. Pulled clear with winner when second at Exeter; should improve and commands major respect.

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14:10 Wetherby Conditions Hurdle (Class 2) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Useful Flat performer EMIYN ran a race full of promise when second on his hurdling bow at Aintree last month. The Declan Carroll-trained seven-year-old could enjoy a fruitful winter on that evidence and is taken to repel the likely challenge of Soleil D'arizona, who also occupied the runner-up spot on her debut over timber. Kalium is feared too, and it would be unwise to rule out the remaining duo.

KALIUM chased home an above-average rival on his hurdles debut at Ludlow and, with the promise of better to come from this 4-y-o, he looks the way to go. That said, French import Soleil d'Arizona also found just one too good starting out in this sphere at Exeter and she will offer stern resistance if, as expected, she is able to build on that. Emiyn arguably lacks the scope of the aforementioned duo but his hurdles debut was very encouraging, too, and he should make his presence felt.

Preference for KALIUM is marginal but Tim Vaughan's 4yo looks well up to winning a race like this. Soleil D'Arizona is next best.

14:20 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 20f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
13 1st (13) (10/1 -25%) Il Ridoto	10 10/1(-25%)	(13) Il Ridoto 10/1, Likeable sort who was third in this last year before finishing second to Fugitif and third to Ga Law in other strong handicaps here in December/January. Didn't shape with obvious promise on last month's Chepstow reappearance after wind surgery but course form makes him a dangerous one to dismiss. Made the frame in this event in 2022 and 2023; helps to give Paul Nicholls a strong hand.
2 2nd (2) (9/2 +25%) Ga Law	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(2) Ga Law 9/2, Won this race 2 years ago and bagged another big middle-distance handicap here in January. Better than ever when second on 19.5f Chepstow reappearance in January and his fine course record earns him a place on the shortlist. 2-2 in handicaps at this venue, including a success in this contest two years ago; solid.
10 3rd (10) (15/2 +32%) Lets Go Champ	7.5 15/2(+32%)	(10) Lets Go Champ 15/2, Just his second handicap chase when readily justifying market support in a big field at Punchestown in May. Respectable sixth of 22 in Galway Plate (22.5f) 3 months later. Possible that trip just stretched him and could resume his progression now. Lightly raced 9yo who is steadily improving and has a solid record; likely to go well.
12 4th (12) (16/1 +20%) Madara	16 16/1(+20%)	(12) Madara 16/1, Much improved for Sophie Leach last term, winning good 2m handicaps here and at Leopardstown. Lacklustre display on Ascot reappearance a fortnight ago (only run for Kieran Burke). Dan Skelton hasn't had long to work his magic but still no shock to see a big run. Up in trip. Campaigned at about 2m in Britain; something to prove back up in distance; new yard.
6 5th (6) (28/1 -75%) Fugitif	28 28/1(-75%)	(6) Fugitif 28/1, Finally landed a big pot in December Gold Cup here last December. Ended last season with a whimper but back to only 1 lb above that winning mark if a 7-month break and wind surgery have a reviving effect. Respectable record at Cheltenham includes a fourth-place finish in this race last year.
1 6th (1) (9/1 +10%) Protektorat	9 9/1(+10%)	(1) Protektorat 9/1, Won the 2022 Betfair Chase at Haydock. Came up a little short in top-level staying races subsequently but a drop in trip saw him bounce back to winning ways in the Ryanair at the Festival in March. Backed that up when 2½ lengths third to Jonbon at Aintree. Clear top weight but still respected. Close second in this race in 2021; has earned this 13lb higher mark; 2024 Ryanair winner.
5 7th (5) (40/1 +0%) Janidil	40 40/1(+0%)	(5) Janidil 40/1, Hasn't been at his best since chasing home Allaho in the Clonmel Oil last November but his stamina might have been stretched by 22.5f on soft ground when only third when favourite for a Galway conditions race in August. First-time blinkers replace cheekpieces. Current mark reflects a decline in his form; new headgear needs to make a difference.
14 8th (14) (40/1 +0%) Straw Fan Jack	40 40/1(+0%)	(14) Straw Fan Jack 40/1, Smart in his novice chase season. Didn't reach quite the same level in the last campaign but did finish third in the Plate at the Festival. Has to race from 6 lb out of handicap on reappearance. Respectable third in the Plate but is hindered by being 6lb out of weights in this field.
11 9th (11) (25/1 0%) Hartur D'arc	25 25/1(0%)	(11) Hartur D'arc 25/1, Won a 2½m Cork maiden chase and Leinster National at Naas (25.5f) on first 2 outings for Gavin Cromwell. Stamina might have been stretched in the Irish Grand National final start. Drops back significantly in trip on his reappearance for a stable whose Cheltenham runners always merit respect. Not fully exposed over fences but the forecast conditions don't look ideal back at 2m4f.
9 \|U\| (9) (8/1 +33%) In Excelsis Deo	8 8/1(+33%)	(9) In Excelsis Deo 8/1, Career best when winning the Silver Trophy over 20.5f here in April. Ran poorly in the Galway Plate in first-time cheekpieces (retained) in July but he has a good Cheltenham record and his yard in among the winners. Respected. Produced two useful pieces of Cheltenham form in the spring; possibilities back here.
7 \|PU\| (7) (6/1 +25%) Imagine	6 6/1(+25%)	(7) Imagine 6/1, Looked an exciting chasing prospect when successful at Fairyhouse and Punchestown (Grade 2) last November. Well below par when only fourth back at Punchestown in January. Subsequently sold out of Gordon Elliott's yard for 320,000 euros. Low-mileage chaser who remains capable of better. Largely progressive for Gordon Elliott; joined new team for 320,000euros; interesting.
3 \|PU\| (3) (11/4 0%) Ginny's Destiny	2.75 11/4(0%)	(3) Ginny's Destiny 11/4, Had an excellent first campaign over fences with the Paul Nicholls yard, including a course hat-trick between November and January. Even better form when second to Gray Dawning at the Festival in March and runner-up in another Grade 1 at Aintree on final start. A bold show looks assured. Smart novice chaser last term; has a good record here; similar type to last year's winner.
15 \|PU\| (15) (20/1 +39%) Weveallbeencaught	20 20/1(+39%)	(15) Weveallbeencaught 20/1, Useful hurdler/chaser for Nigel Twiston-Davies. Has run up to his best in novices at Worcester and this venue (handicap) for new yard this autumn but a big career best will be needed from 10 lb out of the handicap. Went close in first-time cheekpieces over C&D last month; now 10lb out of the handicap.
8 \|PU\| (8) (66/1 -32%) Jetoile	66 66/1(-32%)	(8) Jetoile 66/1, Won handicap chases in 2022, notably the Old Roan at Aintree. Matched that form when fourth to the reopposing Lets Go Champ at Punchestown in May. Looked rusty back from break at Chepstow 5 weeks ago and needs to have come on a lot. Has developed cracks in his record and ran dismally last time; others preferred.
4 \|PU\| (4) (100/1 -100%) Editeur Du Gite	100 100/1(-100%)	(4) Editeur Du Gite 100/1, Bold-jumping front runner whose Desert Orchid success at Kempton last Christmas shows he's still really smart on his day. However, he's been well below that level in 4 outings since, dropping away tamely at Chepstow last month. Good 2m chaser on his day; poor claims on 2024 form and has something to prove at 2m4f.

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14:20 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 20f Race Class Flow

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Paul Nicholls landed this contest last term and his GINNY'S DESTINY looks well capable of giving him back-to-back wins in the race. He enjoyed a productive campaign last season, notching up three course wins before finding only one too good in a couple of Grade 1 assignments at the big spring festivals. Off what looks a workable mark, he can continue the yard's recent good run of form. Lets Go Champ travelled well for a long way before fading into sixth in the Galway Plate over an extended 2m6f last time, and he commands respect easing in trip. Ryanair winner Protektorat has his fair share of weight to carry, but Dan Skelton's classy chaser cannot be overlooked.

GINNY'S DESTINY has a similar profile to Stage Star who won this for the Nicholls/Cobden combination last year and can enhance his excellent Cheltenham record. 2022 winner Ga Law is feared most on the back of his fine reappearance second at Chepstow. In Excelsis Deo, another with strong Cheltenham form, is next on the list ahead of Harry Derham's new recruit Imagine.

All the signs look good for IMAGINE (nap), who is taken to make a successful debut for Harry Derham. Ga Law is second choice.

14:28 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (9/4 +50%) Court Cian	2.25 9/4(+50%)	(3) Court Cian 9/4, Given a considerate return from a 4-month break back hurdling for his first outing since leaving M. Kehoe when fifth of 11 in novice at Bangor in September. Subsequent handicap debut fourth off this mark at Southwell (20.4f, good) was creditable and he's certainly not without hope. Ran well when fourth on recent handicap debut, despite a sketchy round of jumping.
1 2nd (1) (5/2 +0%) Fourtowns	2.5 5/2(+0%)	(1) Fourtowns 5/2, Good fourth of 14 on handicap debut here (15.8f, good to soft) following a wind op last month. Compromised his chance by jumping markedly left at Hereford recently and needs considering for in-form yard returned to this left-hand track. Slightly disappointing last time but his fourth over 2m here in October makes him a player.
6 3rd (6) (4/1 +38%) Cuban Court	4 4/1(+38%)	(6) Cuban Court 4/1, Bumper winner who took a step in the right direction on the back of a wind op when second on handicap debut in a big-field event at Doncaster in January. Hasn't come close to matching that form since but, having slipped to a dangerous mark, he has to enter calculations. Creditable second of 17 on handicap debut but safely held all four starts since.
5 4th (5) (5/1 +17%) Emanate	5 5/1(+17%)	(5) Emanate 5/1, Winner of back-to-back 2m handicaps at Worcester last summer. Bounced back from a heavy defeat on the Flat when third returned to this sphere at Wincanton (21.4f, good) and he's not discounted. Does not have much margin for error off this mark but was placed on his latest outing.
2 5th (2) (18/1 -300%) Present Fair	18 18/1(-300%)	(2) Present Fair 18/1, Brushed off a disappointing run over fences when winning 2m handicap back in this sphere at this course last December. Followed that with a string of below-par efforts but back on track when third of 13 following a wind op at Worcester (2½m, good) in June and he's one to consider. Ran well in June, after a wind op, but remains a difficult horse to predict.
4 \|PU\| (4) (9/1 -29%) Johannes	9 9/1(-29%)	(4) Johannes 9/1, Fair 2m winner on the Flat in France and stepped up considerably on previous hurdling efforts upped in trip when making all on handicap debut at Taunton (19f, heavy) in February. However, he ran no sort of a race the following month at Wincanton and is entitled to come on for the run. Won on handicap debut in February; off since poor run in March but still has potential.
7 \|PU\| (7) (28/1 -40%) Primary Explosive	28 28/1(-40%)	(7) Primary Explosive 28/1, No show in 3 runs so far and huge step forward needed now pitched into a handicap. Showed nothing more than minor promise in her three qualifying runs; handicap debut today.

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14:28 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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COURT CIAN was making only his third start over hurdles when posting an improved effort to finish fourth at Southwell last time. Stuart Edmunds' charge needs to brush up his jumping, but looks on a fair mark if doing so. Emanate was third at Wincanton recently and can improve on that showing, while Present Fair could also go well on his second outing after wind surgery.

A chance is taken on CUBAN COURT, who has failed to build on his highly encouraging handicap debut second at Doncaster in four subsequent starts but he's now 7 lb below the mark off which he was runner-up in that race on Town Moor. Fourtowns should appreciate returning to this left-handed track and he could be the main danger. Emanate and Present Fair also have claims.

Only beaten about 6l on his recent handicap debut, COURT CIAN has plenty of scope for improvement if his jumping is more fluent today.

14:33 Navan Conditions Chase 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (11/8 +39%) Found A Fifty	1.375 11/8(+39%)	(3) Found A Fifty 11/8, High-class chaser. 11/10, career best when winning 5-runner Skymas Chase at Down Royal (19.6f, good to soft) 14 days ago by 2¼ lengths from Pinkerton. Should progress. A top 2m novice last term, fine winning effort over further on reappearance, strong chance.
5 2nd (5) (12/1 +40%) Solness	12 12/1(+40%)	(5) Solness 12/1, Smart chaser. 9/4, creditable 7¾ lengths third of 6 to Saint Sam in Clonmel Oil Chase at Clonmel (20.8f, good to soft) 9 days ago. Back down in trip. Useful handicap chaser, appeared not to stay 2m5f at Clonmel and needs to jump better.
6 3rd (6) (200/1 -203%) Senecia	200 200/1(-203%)	(6) Senecia 200/1, Useful hurdler. 10/3, running below form when unseated rider in handicap chase at Cork (17.6f, good) 34 days ago. Blinkered for 1st time. Uphill task. Has unseated on his last two chase starts, blinkered now, looks out of his depth.
1 4th (1) (10/3 -21%) Banbridge	3.333333 10/3(-21%)	(1) Banbridge 10/3, Top-class chaser. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, career best when winning 9-runner William Hill Champion Chase at Punchestown (16.4f, good to soft, 6/1) by neck from Captain Guinness. Off 6 months. Two wins from three starts last season, signed off with battling win from Captain Guinness.
4 5th (4) (11/1 -120%) Gentleman De Mee	11 11/1(-120%)	(4) Gentleman De Mee 11/1, High-class chaser. C&D winner. 8/11, 8¼ lengths third of 4 to Ash Tree Meadow in Gr 3 chase at Killarney (20.4f, good to soft). Off 6 months. Back down in trip. Good chance on these terms. Failed to win last season, favoured by the race conditions but a risky proposition.
2 \|PU\| (2) (5/2 +17%) Captain Guinness	2.5 5/2(+17%)	(2) Captain Guinness 5/2, High-class chaser. C&D winner. 6/1, good neck second of 9 to Banbridge in William Hill Champion Chase at Punchestown (16.4f, good to soft). Off 6 months. Bidding to win this race for the third time, goes well fresh, stable's form a positive.

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14:33 Navan Conditions Chase 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

A cracking renewal with four Grade 1 winners lining up. FOUND A FIFTY has the fitness advantage and can make a mark now against seasoned performers. The Solskjaer gelding produced a fine weight carrying performance at Down Royal on his return a fortnight ago. Captain Guinness bids for a hat-trick in the race so commands utmost respect. He got his day in the sun when landing the Champion Chase back in March and has been a wonderfully consitent performer. He ended his season with a narrow defeat by Banbridge at Punchestown and that rival is another big player in a small but select field. Joseph O'Brien's charge showed he can operate at a high level over two miles that day.

GENTLEMAN DE MEE disappointed on his last 2 starts in the spring but a reproduction of his Queen Mother Champion Chase second at Cheltenham would make him the one to beat on these terms. Found A Fifty looks one to keep on side this winter after his winning comeback at Down Royal and is next best ahead of Banbridge and Captain Guinness, who were separated by only a neck in the Champion Chase at Punchestown.

With race-fitness in his favour, FOUND A FIFTY may take the measure of Captain Guinness who bids to win this for the third time

14:45 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (13/8 +13%) Old Gregorian	1.625 13/8(+13%)	(6) Old Gregorian 13/8, Both wins over 2m at Kelso, latterly in a 15-runner handicap 3 weeks ago. An 8 lb rise doesn't look severe (quickened clear nicely) but he does need to prove that he can string good runs together. Sprang surprise at Kelso (both wins there) last time; has to be respected.
5 2nd (5) (16/1 -146%) Coup De Coeur	16 16/1(-146%)	(5) Coup De Coeur 16/1, Pair of 17f Sedgefield wins under Brian Hughes last winter. Well held off this mark final start. Much depends on whether he's ready to roll after a break. Two Sedgefield wins last winter; returns from summer break needing British personal best.
2 3rd (2) (14/1 0%) N'golo	14 14/1(0%)	(2) N'golo 14/1, Winner of the 2022 Swinton at Haydock but down the field in just 3 outings since. Hopes are pinned on a wind operation having a positive effect back from another 6 months off. 2022 Swinton Hurdle winner, soundly beaten in three runs since; has had wind surgery.
3 4th (3) (14/1 -27%) Rewired	14 14/1(-27%)	(3) Rewired 14/1, Won 2m handicaps at Doncaster and Taunton last winter. Down the field in 2 starts this season. First run for new yard after leaving Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole. Possibly best watched. Won two races last winter, slim pickings since; needs to be revived by a change of stable.
1 5th (1) (4/1 +11%) Glory And Fortune	4 4/1(+11%)	(1) Glory And Fortune 4/1, Former Betfair Hurdle winner. Lost his way in spring 2023 and well-held fifth of 8 in 2m Kempton listed race on recent return from a 19-month absence. Entitled to come on for the run, though. Once smart; probably needed reappearance after long break; potentially well handicapped.
4 6th (4) (2/1 +56%) Oslo	2 2/1(+56%)	(4) Oslo 2/1, Produced a career best to land a 9-runner handicap at Huntingdon (2m, good) in April. Placed on both completed starts over hurdles since and ran well on AW Flat at Kempton 12 days ago. Bold show assured if his jumping holds up. Ran well on AW 12 days ago and went close off this mark in August; looks the one to beat.

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14:45 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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

OSLO finished a creditable fourth on the level at Kempton just 12 days ago and looks primed to run a big race back over timber. Beaten only a length off this mark in a competitive hurdle at Perth in August, a similar effort could see him bang there at the finish once again. Old Gregorian arrives on the back of a surprise victory at Kelso and is a threat with Jack Power's allowance reducing an 8lb rise. Glory And Fortune should not be underestimated returning to handicap company.

OLD GREGORIAN's hit-or-miss profile to date is a bit of a concern but his recent Kelso win appeals as solid form so even an 8 lb rise may not stop him. Oslo isn't always fluent in the jumping department but he arrives in form and is the obvious danger.

Much the safest option looks to be OSLO (nap), not beaten far on the AW last time and with optimum conditions now back hurdling.

14:55 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (5/4 +58%) Doyen Quest	1.25 5/4(+58%)	(9) Doyen Quest 5/4, Likeable sort who signed off last term with gutsy success here in April. Resumed his progress on seasonal return with an excellent second of 17 in handicap at Chepstow (19.4f) 35 days ago. That form has been franked so big shout also stepping up in trip. Looks nailed on for further improvement this term and good chance he will stay 3m.
1 2nd (1) (5/1 +29%) Gowel Road	5 5/1(+29%)	(1) Gowel Road 5/1, Held his form well last season and he resumed with a good second of 12 in handicap over C&D 21 days ago. No surprise to see another good run from this course winner. Front-running second over C&D (good) three weeks ago; should again be on the premises.
7 3rd (7) (11/1 -38%) Noble Birth	11 11/1(-38%)	(7) Noble Birth 11/1, A fairly useful 23f hurdles winner for Eric McNamara. Shaped well on his yard debut when third of 12 in handicap chase at Cork (3m) 34 days ago. Usual tongue strap goes back on now and not without interest. Made a solid stable debut over fences; might build on that but needs a career best.
11 4th (11) (13/2 +28%) Thanksforthehelp	6.5 13/2(+28%)	(11) Thanksforthehelp 13/2, Won twice over hurdles last spring but lightly raced and disappointing since, only sixth of 8 in 2m4f Uttoxeter handicap last month. Has plenty to prove. The ease of his Chepstow win in February 2023 off just 1lb lower isn't quite forgotten.
5 5th (5) (40/1 +39%) Deep Cave	40 40/1(+39%)	(5) Deep Cave 40/1, Successful chaser in France who doubled his career tally when bagging minor event hurdle at Clairefontaine (17.7f) in July. Looked rusty for his new yard when tenth of 13 in handicap hurdle here (19.9f, good) 22 days ago. Can take a step forward now. Seemingly best watched for now following his muted debut for new yard here (2m4f; 50-1).
2 6th (2) (12/1 +33%) Zeeband	12 12/1(+33%)	(2) Zeeband 12/1, A dual hurdles winner in the summer who got right back on track when a clear second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Galway (21.9f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Can give another good account for last year's winning yard despite a 7 lb rise. Won a maiden and three handicaps this year; shapes as if well worth a go at 3m.
10 7th (10) (14/1 +30%) Hardy Boy	14 14/1(+30%)	(10) Hardy Boy 14/1, Back to winning ways at Market Rasen in August and has continued in good form, fourth of 12 over C&D 21 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up again. Good C&D fourth last time (Gowel Road second) but he's probably too exposed to win this.
6 8th (6) (20/1 -100%) Itso Fury	20 20/1(-100%)	(6) Itso Fury 20/1, Useful winning hurdler who cosily got off the mark over fences in 3m Wetherby handicap two weeks ago. Very much one to consider now reverting to this sphere. Won over fences at Wetherby (3m, good) last time; 9lb higher on this return to hurdles.
8 9th (8) (28/1 -100%) Quick Draw	28 28/1(-100%)	(8) Quick Draw 28/1, Has an all-or-nothing profile but made it 4 wins over fences for his current yard at Wincanton in February. Has run poorly both starts this term though and reverts to hurdles with lots more required. Hurdling first time since April 2023; well handicapped judged on his good days over fences.
3 10th (3) (50/1 -100%) Captain Morgs	50 50/1(-100%)	(3) Captain Morgs 50/1, C&D winner but he's an unreliable individual and was pulled up on the back of a breathing op in handicap chase here (25f, good) 21 days ago. Has work to do. Ran badly in both races since his win at Aintree (3m1f, good) in May; switches from fences.
12 11th (12) (16/1 -14%) Pinnacle Peak	16 16/1(-14%)	(12) Pinnacle Peak 16/1, In fine form when last seen out 12 months ago, scoring here and posting a good fourth of 20 in handicap hurdle here (21f). Has won off a break so no forlorn hope despite his long absence. In fine form at this track over 2m4f/2m5f last autumn but he's been absent since.
4 12th (4) (14/1 -133%) Emailandy	14 14/1(-133%)	(4) Emailandy 14/1, Resumed winning ways at Plumpton (20.5f) in March but only ninth in handicap hurdle at Sandown (19.8f) following month. Has won off a break so not ruled out on his return. Second-season hurdler who shapes as if 3m is well worth a go and should have more to offer.

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14:55 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f Race Class Flow

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

Doyen Quest got up late on to score over an extended 2m4f here in the spring and, on the back of a creditable reappearance second at Chepstow last month, he warrants respect off 3lb higher. That said, GOWEL ROAD is preferred. He lost little in defeat when finishing sixth in the Pertemps Final here last season and, after only finding an in-form rival too good here last time, he gets the nod to go one place better. Emailandy is also respected tackling this trip for the first time.

Plenty are in with a shout but it's hard to side against Dan Skelton's upwardly-mobile DOYEN QUEST who resumed with an excellent second in a big-field Chepstow handicap (form been franked) and still looks ahead of his mark with this longer trip also a likely plus. Gavin Cromwell's new recruit Noble Birth could emerge as the main danger although fellow Irish challenger Zeeband commands plenty of respect for last year's winning yard. In-form duo Gowel Road and Itso Fury can both have a say too.

Doyen Quest is a must for the shortlist and Emailandy also brings potential. ZEEBAND, however, still has more to offer.

15:03 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (4/1 +27%) El Vigaro	4 4/1(+27%)	(5) El Vigaro 4/1, Lightly-raced 5-y-o who made more impact than previously when second of 9 in a C&D handicap 15 days ago, no extra only late on. Remains one of the least exposed and not out of things. 0-6 over hurdles but ran big race in defeat behind unexposed rival over C&D two weeks ago.
3 2nd (3) (5/2 +44%) Ez Tiger	2.5 5/2(+44%)	(3) Ez Tiger 5/2, Added to his tally at Plumpton (15.9f) in May and proved fitter for a recent run when posting a career-best effort to land 9-runner handicap hurdle at Warwick (2m) 11 days ago. Should go well again up 5 lb. Looked as good as ever at Warwick recently; 5lb rise asks quite a lot of him.
2 3rd (2) (4/1 +11%) Garitsa Bay	4 4/1(+11%)	(2) Garitsa Bay 4/1, Compiling a solid record in handicaps, doubling his tally over 2m at Worcester in June and just as good back from 3 months off when second of 9 at Market Rasen (18.6f) 7 weeks ago. Nudged up further 2 lb ahead of this but respected nevertheless. Down in trip. Won twice in the spring and was second in September, after a break; respected.
6 4th (6) (11/2 -22%) Rock On Tommy	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(6) Rock On Tommy 11/2, Three-time C&D winner who posted solid placed efforts returned to this C&D, likely to have benefited from a stronger gallop when runner-up in July. Commands respect back from a break given his solid record here. Triple C&D winner; placed over C&D on last two outings; returns from a break today.
4 5th (4) (11/2 -65%) Cawthorne Cracker	5.5 11/2(-65%)	(4) Cawthorne Cracker 11/2, Landed a gamble on the back of a breathing operation at Sedgefield (16.8f) in October. Looked set to follow up prior to final-flight fall back there 8 days later and he ran well with his revised mark having kicked in when third at Newcastle (16.9f) latest. In the mix again. In very good form since wind op in September and has another big role to play here.
1 6th (1) (17/2 +15%) Scherbobalob	8.5 17/2(+15%)	(1) Scherbobalob 17/2, Shed maiden tag in quite convincing fashion at Ludlow (15.7f) in spring of last year and not disgraced next 2 starts. However, struggling for form during the autumn, eighth of 12 in handicap hurdle back at Ludlow 11 months ago. Market best guide on return/following wind surgery. Absent since two underwhelming runs last autumn; had wind op last December.
7 7th (7) (28/1 -75%) Allibaba	28 28/1(-75%)	(7) Allibaba 28/1, Better efforts for this yard in pair of handicaps during second half of 2023 but never figured after 11 months off in a C&D handicap 4 weeks ago. Others arrive with much more pressing claims. Well beaten over C&D last month, after a layoff, and now 0-10 over hurdles.

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15:03 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

EL VIGARO was far from disgraced when runner-up behind a handicap debutant over this track and trip earlier this month and, upped 4lb, a bold bid to go one place better is anticipated. Rock On Tommy looks the main danger to the selection upped 1lb from his second here last time, while Cawthorne Cracker shaped with plenty of promise when third over 2m1f at Newcastle recently and merits a second look off 1lb higher.

Competitive fare for the grade with 3-time C&D winner ROCK ON TOMMY getting the nod. In good order when last seen during the summer, he returns from 4 months off with his yard in tremendous nick and looks too well-handicapped to ignore. Cawthorne Cracker and Garitsa Bay are a couple of others to consider.

The pick is CAWTHORNE CRACKER (nap), who has shown significant improvement since a wind op and may still be ahead of his mark.

15:08 Navan Maiden Chase 17f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (7/1 -75%) Down Memory Lane	7 7/1(-75%)	(3) Down Memory Lane 7/1, Winning start over hurdles at Down Royal in November 2023. Absent since struggling in a Grade 1 at Leopardstown the following month but this former point winner is nevertheless very interesting now switched to fences. One of 3 representing the Gordon Elliott yard. Drinmore entry seemingly the pick of his owner's four runners here.
5 2nd (5) (6/4 +57%) King Of Kingsfield	1.5 6/4(+57%)	(5) King Of Kingsfield 6/4, Useful hurdler. 13/2, creditable 3¾ lengths second of 6 to Brighterdaysahead in Jezki Hurdle at Down Royal (16.9f, good to soft) 15 days ago, travelling best. Makes chase debut. Career-best second in Grade 3 Down Royal hurdle latest; major player on chase debut.
9 3rd (9) (13/8 +51%) Nurburgring	1.625 13/8(+51%)	(9) Nurburgring 13/8, Smart hurdler. 1 win from 2 runs this season. Good fourth of 30 in handicap at the Curragh (16.8f, good to soft, 5/1) 48 days ago, never nearer. One to be interested in on chase debut. Galway Hurdle winner an interesting recruit to chasing ranks and holds Drinmore entry.
8 4th (8) (11/2 +35%) Birdie Or Bust	5.5 11/2(+35%)	(8) Birdie Or Bust 11/2, Useful hurdler. Good 3½ lengths third of 8 to Golden Ace in Dawn Run Mares' Novices' Hurdle (10/1) at Cheltenham (16.8f, soft). Off 8 months ahead of this chase debut. Mark Walsh prefers Down Memory Lane. Grade 2-placed novice hurdler very interesting now switched to chasing; yard in fine form.
1 5th (1) (12/1 -20%) Backtonormal	12 12/1(-20%)	(1) Backtonormal 12/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Successful in a minor event in that sphere at Punchestown when last seen in April. Chase debut. Punchestown hurdles winner on yard debut in May; respected now going chasing.
6 6th (6) (33/1 -175%) No Flies On Him	33 33/1(-175%)	(6) No Flies On Him 33/1, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. 15/2, pulled up in minor event hurdle at Punchestown (19.3f, good to soft), pulled up before last. Makes chase debut. Initial hurdles promise last season wasn't built on; best watched here on chasing debut.
2 7th (2) (66/1 -100%) Canal End	66 66/1(-100%)	(2) Canal End 66/1, Promising type. 11/2, fifth of 9 in novice chase at Galway (18.2f, good to soft) on debut over fences 21 days ago. Should have more to offer. None too fluent on chase debut at Galway; may need more time to make his mark chasing.
7 8th (7) (80/1 -264%) Redstone	80 80/1(-264%)	(7) Redstone 80/1, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. Twelfth of 18 in handicap hurdle (5/1) at Fairyhouse (16f, heavy) when last seen 7 months ago. Makes chase debut. Possibly one to do better chasing but yard have a stronger contender in Backtonormal.
4 9th (4) (18/1 +45%) Gringo D'aubrelle	18 18/1(+45%)	(4) Gringo D'aubrelle 18/1, Promising type. Fifth of 6 in novice chase at Down Royal (19.9f, good to soft, 33/1) on debut over fences 15 days ago. Open to progress in this sphere. Long absent before recent chasing debut no show; may need more time.

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15:08 Navan Maiden Chase 17f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

The strong travelling KING OF KINGSFIELD hasn't always found the most off the bridle and fences may really suit him now. He won his point-to-point in facile fashion a couple of years ago and it will be interesting to see how the Grade 1 placed hurdler fares now that he turns his attention to chasing. Stablemate Down Memory Lane is one of four in JP McManus's colours and could be the danger. The Walk In The Park gelding lost his unbeaten record when a well-beaten third in Grade 1 company last Christmas but remains a lovely prospect for chasing. Galway Hurdle winner Nurburgring is another notable runner, trying fences for the first time.

DOWN MEMORY LANE remains a very nice prospect, despite his heavy defeat in a Leopardstown Grade 1 when last seen in December 2023. The 6-y-o was a wide-margin winner of his sole start between the flags and could be a very useful chaser in the making. Nurburgring and King of Kingsfield are feared most in that order of preference, while Backtonormal is also of interest.

A high-class looking beginners' chase in which Galway Hurdle winner NURBURGRING could stretch them all

15:15 Newcastle Listed (Class 1) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (9/2 +50%) The Foxes	4.5 9/2(+50%)	(8) The Foxes 9/2, Group 2 winner at 2 yrs who added the Dante at York to his C.V last season. Hadn't fully fired in the early part of the year and was again below form after 6 months off when fifth of 8 in Darley Stakes at Newmarket (9f) 5 weeks ago. This is just his second all-weather start. Smart form when third on AW in February but below par on turf since; bounce back needed.
1 2nd (1) (13/8 +28%) Dubai Honour	1.625 13/8(+28%)	(1) Dubai Honour 13/8, Landed a pair of Group 1 wins in Australia in spring 2023 and landed his first success at the highest level in Europe when landing Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud in June. Back to something like his best when runner-up in Grosser Preis von Baden (11.9f, good) in September so must hold leading claims. Readily won Kempton Listed race in April; Group 1 penalty this time but still one to beat.
9 3rd (9) (8/1 -33%) Tyrrhenian Sea	8 8/1(-33%)	(9) Tyrrhenian Sea 8/1, Course winner on New Year's Eve last year. Ran pretty well when 2¾ lengths third of 6 to Military Order in Winter Derby at Southwell (11.1f, 9/2) 8 months ago and not seen since. Considered provided he's ready to roll (runner-up in this last year). Really smart AW performer, including a Listed win; off since February but still respected.
5 4th (5) (66/1 -32%) Savvy Victory	66 66/1(-32%)	(5) Savvy Victory 66/1, 33/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, underperformed when fifth of 6 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 2 weeks ago. Back up in trip and likely to find this company too competitive once again. Good second in Sandown Listed race in July but below par since, including AW latest.
4 5th (4) (11/4 +8%) Peace Man	2.75 11/4(+8%)	(4) Peace Man 11/4, Won 10f maiden/handicaps at Windsor in May 2023 and progressed further when bringing up the hat-trick over same trip on the July Course a month later. Returned from long absence when third in Darley Stakes last month and narrowly denied in a listed event 2 weeks ago. Fancied to make amends. Placed in Group 3/Listed since reappearing this autumn; will go well again is in same form.
2 6th (2) (33/1 -65%) Claymore	33 33/1(-65%)	(2) Claymore 33/1, 11/2, ended up running respectably when 4¼ lengths fourth of 6 to Isle of Jura in listed race at Goodwood (9.9f, good) when last seen 6 months ago, always on the back foot after very slowly away. Others more appealing on return. Fair fourth in Winter Derby but below that level in the spring; off six months (gelded).
7 7th (7) (25/1 -150%) Swing Vote	25 25/1(-150%)	(7) Swing Vote 25/1, 10/1 and visored for 1st time, run best excused when 10½ lengths eighth of 13 to Two Rivers Over in Godolphin Mile at Meydan (8f) when last seen 7 months ago, left poorly placed. Up in trip. Headgear experiment shelved for his return. Group 3 winner at Jebel Ali in February but twice below par at Meydan in March; off since.
6 8th (6) (28/1 -40%) Sir Busker	28 28/1(-40%)	(6) Sir Busker 28/1, Credit to connections and ended 2-year losing run in big-field handicap at the York Ebor meeting. Respectable effort in listed race at Ayr next time but found run of good form halted in face of a stiff task at Ascot (8f, soft) 4 weeks ago. Considered back up in trip (was last in this last year). Still smart at 8 but probably not quite so good on AW as turf.
3 9th (3) (17/2 +39%) Daysofourlives	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(3) Daysofourlives 17/2, First home in his group when fourth of 29 in the Hunt Cup at the Royal meeting and followed that with a win at the Doncaster St Leger meeting. Generally consistent despite his quirks but ran no sort of race back at Ascot (8f, soft) last month so needs to bounce back. Soft ground an excuse last time and very solid record in handicaps otherwise; 2-2 on AW.
10 10th (10) (66/1 +0%) Platoon	66 66/1(+0%)	(10) Platoon 66/1, Won on debut at Leopardstown in August. 9/4, much improved when length third of 9 to Bellezza in Diamond Stakes at Dundalk (10.7f) just over 7 weeks ago. Has since left Aidan O'Brien (18,000 gns) and interesting to see what the market makes of him. Third in AW Listed on second run but since allowed to leave Aidan O'Brien for 18,000gns.

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15:15 Newcastle Listed (Class 1) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Tyrrhenian Sea wasn't beaten far into third in the Winter Derby at Southwell in February and it would be no surprise to see him play a role. However, it's hard to get away from DUBAI HONOUR. William Haggas' six-year-old hit the crossbar in a Group 1 at Baden-Baden in September and sets a lofty standard with a rating of 118. If he can run to anywhere near that form again, he will prove very hard to beat. Peace Man is another to take seriously after his narrow defeat at Newmarket.

A tricky start to proceedings but the suggestion is PEACE MAN, who has taken his form up a notch since returning this autumn and can makes amends for his nose defeat at Newmarket a fortnight ago. The globetrotting Dubai Honour found just one too good in a German Group 1 when last seen in September, so he heads up the opposition back in his usual tongue tie, with Tyrrhenian Sea and Sir Busker another couple fancied to be in the mix, too.

Three-time Group 1 winner DUBAI HONOUR (nap) is a potential cut above here, even with a 7lb penalty. Peace Man may follow him home.

15:20 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (5/2 +55%) Cardamon Hill	2.5 5/2(+55%)	(4) Cardamon Hill 5/2, Opened chase account at Perth (23.8f) in June and good second at same C&D the following month. Not in same form next 2 starts but bounced back when third at Kelso last month. Probably remained in form at latter track (23.4f, good to soft) 3 weeks ago so not out of things. Below par on good to soft last time; this season's best form has come on good/good to firm.
3 2nd (3) (7/4 +13%) Ballydisco	1.75 7/4(+13%)	(3) Ballydisco 7/4, Twice successful from higher marks over hurdles and signed off time with former yard when runner-up at Ffos Las (28f) in May. Was in the process of running creditably when departing on his debut for new connections after 5 months off at Carlisle recently and fancied to bounce back quickly. In contention when falling four out on last month's stable debut at Carlisle; contender.
1 3rd (1) (66/1 -450%) Clonguile Way	66 66/1(-450%)	(1) Clonguile Way 66/1, One-time fair chaser but ended his time with John McConnell out of sorts back in spring 2023 and can only be watched returning from 18 months off the track back at 3m. Three-time chase winner; one to watch in the betting but absent since April 2023.
2 \|U\| (2) (11/8 +50%) Cartonne	1.375 11/8(+50%)	(2) Cartonne 11/8, Won back-to-back handicap chases last winter and posted creditable efforts in defeat at Ludlow and Hereford during the spring. Shaped as if better for the run after 5 months off when fourth of 8 at Huntingdon recently and should be much closer to form here. Two wins last season and shaped as though he would improve for last month's comeback run.

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15:20 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f Race Class Flow

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

CARTONNE was having his first outing since May when fading away in the closing stages at Huntingdon having disputed the lead for most of the way. The seven-year-old can be forgiven that effort and gets another chance to resume winning ways. Ballydisco was still going well when falling at Carlisle last month and can make his presence felt with a clear round, while Cardamon Hill will appreciate the return to faster ground and is not out of it either.

Preference is for BALLYDISCO, who was in the process of running creditably on return when departing on his debut for new connections at Carlisle just over 3 weeks ago. Provided that spill hasn't left a mark, he can get the better of Cartonne, who shaped as if better for the run after 6 months off at Huntingdon recently. Cardamon Hill can fill out third.

Cartonne is a serious contender but preference is for BALLYDISCO who went close to a breakthrough chase win at Ffos Las in May.

15:30 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 21f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (2/1 +60%) Hamsiyann	2 2/1(+60%)	(9) Hamsiyann 2/1, Progressive as a juvenile hurdler last season, unlucky not to finish closer when very good third at Ascot (15.7f) in March. Useful effort when chasing home stablemate Alphonse Le Grande in Chester Plate (2¼m) sole start since in May and fascinating runner for stable who took this 2 years ago. Stamina has not been sufficiently tested yet over hurdles; set to take a big step forward.
7 2nd (7) (8/1 +6%) Long Draw	8 8/1(+6%)	(7) Long Draw 8/1, £60,000 Irish point recruit very much on the up since switched to handicaps, winning at Ffos Las (20f) in May and surpassed that form when runner-up all 3 starts since, held only late on at Aintree (20f) 20 days ago. Worth considering up 3 lb with yard firmly amongst the winners. A win followed by three seconds in handicaps on good ground over 2m4f and 2m5f; in the mix.
8 3rd (8) (6/1 +33%) Wonderful Eagle	6 6/1(+33%)	(8) Wonderful Eagle 6/1, Fairly useful Flat winner in Germany. Built up a good strike rate in both codes for new yard, twice a winner on the level this summer before adding to his tally in this sphere (value for extra) at Newton Abbot (21.5f) in September. Good third on Flat latest and respected here. In good form Flat and hurdling but he's still not the most fluent jumper.
3 4th (3) (5/1 +17%) Wyenot	5 5/1(+17%)	(3) Wyenot 5/1, 5-y-o mare who has quickly built up a healthy strike rate over hurdles, making it 4 wins from 6 starts when successful on return in 13-runner handicap here (19.9f) 3 weeks ago. 6 lb higher mark demands more but another who is unexposed at this trip. 3-5 in novice hurdles and reappeared with a front-running handicap win here (2m4f, good).
6 5th (6) (33/1 -136%) Koori Star	33 33/1(-136%)	(6) Koori Star 33/1, Winning pointer who made perfect start under Rules when successful in 12-runner Sligo maiden hurdle (17.8f) in June. Struggled up in class next time and unable to justify support when ninth of 14 on handicap hurdle debut at Galway (2m, heavy) 20 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Backward steps last two starts (handicap debut latest) but it's too early to dismiss him.
4 6th (4) (10/1 -100%) Major Fortune	10 10/1(-100%)	(4) Major Fortune 10/1, Big improver when stepped up to 2½m+ last season, winning 5 on the spin and picked up where he left off when scoring with plenty in hand on his return at Newton Abbot (16.8f) last month, coping well with the return to 2m. Needs respecting from revised mark back up appreciably in distance. 1111121 from last December; it remains possible that this trip is shorter than ideal.
1 7th (1) (22/1 -38%) Kings Hill	22 22/1(-38%)	(1) Kings Hill 22/1, Useful handicap hurdler who returned to something like his best when third in handicap at Killarney (17f, soft) in August. Disappointed when last of 3 in small-field Sligo hurdle 3 weeks ago but still unexposed at this sort of trip now returned to handicaps. Bumped into a highly progressive rival two starts back (2m5f) on sole attempt beyond 2m2f.
2 \|U\| (2) (11/2 -10%) Champagne Twist	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(2) Champagne Twist 11/2, Off the mark at third attempt in Doncaster maiden (19.4f) in January and improved further when collaring stablemate late in competitive EBF Final handicap at Sandown (19.8f) in March. Final outing at Aintree best excused and he returns with yard in great nick. Respected. Flopped at Aintree in April but EBF Final win at Sandown was a sizeable feather in his cap.
5 \|PU\| (5) (14/1 -56%) Fire Flyer	14 14/1(-56%)	(5) Fire Flyer 14/1, Won a pair of novice hurdles at up to 19f in February. Disappointed in a couple of Sandown handicap hurdles in the spring but no surprise where he to bounce back to form with a bang after 6 months off/following wind surgery. Ended last season with a whimper but, after wind surgery, could resume his progress.
10 \|PU\| (10) (50/1 -52%) Mikimoto	50 50/1(-52%)	(10) Mikimoto 50/1, Successful only start in bumpers for Henry Daly. Promise over hurdles for new yard, runner-up first 2 starts last year and possibly needing the run after 10 months off when fourth in a Stratford maiden 922f, heavy) 4 weeks ago. Does need to brush up his jumping now handicapping, though. He stays at least this far and should be open to progress on this move into handicaps.

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15:30 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 21f Race Class Flow

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

A Grade 3 winner at Sandown on his penultimate start, Champagne Twist boasts some solid form. However, returning from a 218-day absence is a concern and with that in mind, the match-fit MAJOR FORTUNE shades preference after an assured success over 2m1f at Newton Abbot 17 days ago. Having previously won over further, stepping back up in trip should be ideal for the Dan Skelton-trained gelding, who appears progressive enough to cope with a 9lb higher mark. Long Draw and Wyenot complete the shortlist.

Tony Martin took this prize 2 years ago and looks to hold prime claims again with his 4-y-o HAMSIYANN. Progressive in a handful of starts over hurdles last term, he ran his best race yet on the Flat when chasing home his stablemate in the Chester Plate back in May. Unexposed at this trip and appealing as being on a handy mark, he's very much of interest. Last-time-out winners Wonderful Eagle and Major Fortune command respect also, as do Champagne Twist and Long Draw.

Wyenot and Major Fortune look set to run well again but Tony Martin's maiden hurdler HAMSIYANN catches the eye in a major way.

15:38 Uttoxeter NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (9/2 +10%) John Barbour	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(4) John Barbour 9/2, Related to a bumper winner and there was definite promise when third at Huntingdon for Tom George 6 months ago. Should improve on that, so he's a player. Well bred and should have learned lots from his debut third at Huntingdon.
5 2nd (5) (7/2 -56%) Karonacho	3.5 7/2(-56%)	(5) Karonacho 7/2, €200,000 3-y-o, Saint Des Saints gelding. Half-brother to prolific French chase winner Juntos Ganamos. Dam 19f/21f hurdle/chase winner in France. Noteworthy newcomer. Value increased from 50,000euros as a yearling to 200,000euros at three; interesting.
8 3rd (8) (12/1 -9%) Walkingtheline	12 12/1(-9%)	(8) Walkingtheline 12/1, Dam unraced sister to useful hurdle winner/smart chaser who became unreliable (stayed 2¾m) Us And Them. Something to work on when fourth over C&D on debut and should have benefited from the experience. Beaten 12l here on good to soft a month ago but her inexperience was evident.
3 4th (3) (7/4 +56%) Draco Malfoy	1.75 7/4(+56%)	(3) Draco Malfoy 7/4, €58,000 3-y-o, €140,000 4-y-o, Harzand gelding. Dam (h93), maiden hurdler (stayed 2½m), half-sister to high-class hurdler (2m-19f winner) Iktitaf. Successful on second of 2 outings in Irish points (Apr 28). Stable should have him well forward and he's a definite player. Good-ground point winner who cost 140,000euros at the sales.
1 5th (1) (16/1 -33%) Berkshire Lad	16 16/1(-33%)	(1) Berkshire Lad 16/1, Related to a bumper winner and stepped up on debut when third at Sedgefield 27 days ago, albeit carrying his head awkwardly. Could feature. Ran better to be third at Sedgefield but this has the look of a much stronger bumper.
2 6th (2) (13/2 +35%) Doctor Love	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(2) Doctor Love 13/2, €80,000 3-y-o, Doctor Dino gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners, including fairly useful French chaser Vandrimar. Interesting newcomer on paper. 49,000euros yearling, 80,000euros 3yo; stable has bumper success.
6 7th (6) (18/1 +36%) Tank Top	18 18/1(+36%)	(6) Tank Top 18/1, Hasn't shown enough to date to think he can feature in this, particularly after 6 months off. Showed more second time out but was still beaten 16l on good ground at Plumpton.
7 8th (7) (14/1 +0%) Washington Singer	14 14/1(+0%)	(7) Washington Singer 14/1, Some encouragement when third in a bumper at Wincanton 6 months ago. Form is ordinary but he could take a step forward. Mixed pedigree; beaten 10l at Wincanton (good) in April and the winner is decidedly useful.

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15:38 Uttoxeter NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

There is plenty to like about point-to-point winner Draco Malfoy and he must enter calculations on debut for the in-form Kim Bailey team. That said, it may pay to side with KARONACHO. Olly Murphy has his string in fine form at present and connections may be disappointed if this 200,000-euro purchase was not able to play a strong hand on debut. Walkingtheline wasn't disgraced when fourth in a bumper here last month and she commands respect with that experience under her belt.

DRACO MALFOY has already scored between the flags and his in-form stable should have him ready for this, so he's worth a chance to make a winning start in this sphere. Karonacho is an obvious one on paper given his pedigree/connections and John Barbour looks the best of those with bumper experience.

This could be a fair bumper. JOHN BARBOUR has an excellent pedigree and he should be capable of finding plenty on his debut effort.

15:43 Navan NH Flat Race 16f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 (3) (5/4 0%) He Can't Dance	1.25 5/4(0%)	(3) He Can't Dance 5/4, £300,000 4-y-o, Jukebox Jury gelding. Brother to modest hurdler Musique de Fee. From an excellent family and won sole start in points (Mar 2024). Clearly the one to beat. Expensive purchase after point win in March, dam an unraced half-sister to Master Minded.
13 (13) (150/1 -127%) Abitofasort	150 150/1(-127%)	(13) Abitofasort 150/1, Galileo Gold mare. Half-sister to 4 winners on Flat, including useful 6f/7f winner Count Otto. Dam lightly raced on Flat in France. Wears tongue strap. Half-sister to four Flat winners including two prolific scorers, tongue-tie on for debut.
12 1st (12) (6/4 +57%) Whinney Hill	1.5 6/4(+57%)	(12) Whinney Hill 6/4, Promising sort. 15/8, second of 7 in bumper at Punchestown (16.3f, good) on NH debut 31 days ago. Definite player. Second on only point-to-point start and in his first bumper, strong contender.
8 2nd (8) (17/2 +83%) Strong Link	8.5 17/2(+83%)	(8) Strong Link 17/2, Diamond Boy gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 2½m) Aqua Dude. Not much encouragement from his points form, in good hands but best watched.
6 3rd (6) (4/1 +50%) Minella Post	4 4/1(+50%)	(6) Minella Post 4/1, Once-raced maiden. Third of 14 in bumper at Punchestown (16f, soft, 12/1) on NH debut. Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving John Nallen. Second in a point, form of his Punchestown bumper third well advertised by the runner-up.
9 4th (9) (4/1 +60%) The Lookout Man	4 4/1(+60%)	(9) The Lookout Man 4/1, Once-raced maiden. 5/1, second of 6 in bumper at Thurles (15.9f, heavy) on NH debut. Off 8 months. First run for yard after leaving M. A. Gunn. One to consider. Promising second on his only start for a small stable, noteworthy recruit to this yard.
10 5th (10) (25/1 0%) The Man's Room	25 25/1(0%)	(10) The Man's Room 25/1, €7,000 3-y-o, Order of St George gelding. Dam (h78), ran once over hurdles, closely related to fairly useful hurdler (stays 2¾m) Fruit Blossom and fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Sea Aster. Cheap store purchase, first foal, dam well held in a 2m4f hurdle only start.
7 6th (7) (50/1 +0%) Mustang Mozzie	50 50/1(+0%)	(7) Mustang Mozzie 50/1, Kalanisi gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including useful 7f/1m winner Beauchamp Bagenal. Dam (h103), ran twice over hurdles, 7f/1m winner on Flat. Half-brother to Flat winners, dam a 1m AW Listed winner related to jumps winners.
4 7th (4) (6/1 +0%) Khmer	6 6/1(+0%)	(4) Khmer 6/1, €46,000 3-y-o, Saint Des Saints gelding. Dam, French 17f-19f hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (15f-2¼m winner in France) Echiquier Royal. Trainer has a good line to bumper form with impressive Listowel winner Amen Kate.
1 8th (1) (16/1 +68%) Atom Ant	16 16/1(+68%)	(1) Atom Ant 16/1, Milan gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/smart chaser Jeremys Flame and fair hurdler Soldaro. Dam unraced. Tenth foal, half-brother to winners including very useful eight-time scorer Jeremys Flame.
2 9th (2) (22/1 0%) Coup D'etat	22 22/1(0%)	(2) Coup D'etat 22/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Second of 6 in bumper (25/1) at Cork (19f, good) 34 days ago. Could be on the premises. Second to a hot favourite in a 2m3f event at Cork, drops in trip but this is a stiff track.
5 10th (5) (25/1 +24%) Marine Ranger	25 25/1(+24%)	(5) Marine Ranger 25/1, Twice-raced maiden. Fourth of 8 in bumper at Galway (16.6f, good to soft, 12/1) 39 days ago. Ran a promising first race at Listowel, remote fourth at Galway was nothing like as good.
11 11th (11) (28/1 -27%) Trooper Lewis	28 28/1(-27%)	(11) Trooper Lewis 28/1, Once-raced maiden. 9/1, second of 7 in bumper at Fairyhouse (16f, good) on NH debut 35 days ago, soon off bridle. More needed. Dam was smart in bumpers and Group-placed on Flat, made a promising debut at Fairyhouse.

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15:43 Navan NH Flat Race 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Jockey bookings would suggest that WHINNEY HILL is the first choice from the Gigginstown pair and he can strike at the second time of asking on the track. The Jack Hobbs gelding ran well on his racecourse bow when chasing home Friary Road in a winners' contest at Punchestown last month and is entitled to improve a bit from that run. Stablemate He Can't Dance won a point-to-point at Monksgrange in late March and cost 300,000 pounds afterwards. The market may prove the best guide to his chances. The Lookout Man shaped with promise when second on his debut at Thurles back in March and has joined Declan Queally since. He's another to note.

HE CAN'T DANCE is from the family of Master Minded and fetched a hefty sum after winning a point, so he's fully expected to make a winning start under Rules for top connections. Stablemate Whinney Hill is the main threat ahead of Minella Post.

Gordon Elliott has a strong hand. HE CAN'T DANCE impressed in winning a point for Rob James and can be rated a fine long-term prospect

15:48 Newcastle Listed (Class 1) 6f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (6/5 +73%) Night Raider	1.2 6/5(+73%)	(4) Night Raider 6/5, Smart colt. 2 wins from 5 runs this year. Career best when winning 8-runner conditions stakes at Kempton (6f, 4/1) 45 days ago with a bit in hand. Very much one to consider. 3-3 on AW and looked smart on each occasion; no bend today but he's still a key player.
2 2nd (2) (10/3 -11%) Annaf	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(2) Annaf 10/3, Smart horse. 28/1, good 4¼ lengths ninth of 20 to Kind of Blue in Champions Sprint Stakes at Ascot (6f, soft) 28 days ago. The form pick. High-class sprinter on his day; C&D winner; lots to like other than the form of the stable.
9 3rd (9) (5/1 +17%) Wiltshire	5 5/1(+17%)	(9) Wiltshire 5/1, Smart gelding. 2 wins from 5 runs this year. 5¾ lengths eighth of 9 to Apollo One in Bengough Stakes at Ascot (6f, good, 13/2) 42 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. No forlorn hope. Too keen in a slowly run race latest; 3-3 on AW, including C&D, and may have more to give.
1 4th (1) (12/1 -71%) Albasheer	12 12/1(-71%)	(1) Albasheer 12/1, Smart gelding. C&D winner. Respectable ¾-length fifth of 13 to Ostraka in Mercury Stakes at Dundalk (5f, 10/3) 22 days ago. Looks competitive on form. Capable of smart form at this track; possible 5f suits best now but should run his race.
3 5th (3) (40/1 -21%) Golden Mind	40 40/1(-21%)	(3) Golden Mind 40/1, Useful gelding. 14/1, sixteenth of 18 in handicap at Ascot (7f, good) 42 days ago. Makes tapeta debut with more needed. Useful 2yo and ran well when 2nd at Doncaster in September (7f); up against it back at 6f.
11 6th (11) (50/1 -52%) Pink Crystal	50 50/1(-52%)	(11) Pink Crystal 50/1, Useful mare. 16/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, 5½ lengths ninth of 11 to Rage of Bamby in listed race at Newmarket (6f, soft) 35 days ago. Uphill task. Not fired so far this year and looks vulnerable in this contest.
13 7th (13) (28/1 -12%) Staincliff	28 28/1(-12%)	(13) Staincliff 28/1, C&D winner. 6½ lengths fifth of 7 to Democracy Dilemma in listed race (5/2) at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 77 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Needs to step forward. C&D winner; came up short in Listed company at Beverley 11 weeks ago; now tongue tied.
12 8th (12) (50/1 -25%) Queen's Guard	50 50/1(-25%)	(12) Queen's Guard 50/1, Useful filly. 3/1, career best when winning 5-runner handicap at Kempton (6f) 31 days ago, kept up to work. Very hard to make a case for in this company though. Ready win at Kempton last month but facing a markedly stiffer challenge today.
8 9th (8) (14/1 -133%) Willem Twee	14 14/1(-133%)	(8) Willem Twee 14/1, Smart gelding. Latest win at Wolverhampton in August. 9½ lengths seventh of 8 to Night Raider in conditions stakes (evens) at Kempton (6f) 45 days ago. Can make presence felt in his bid to follow up last year's win here. Smart on AW; bombed out behind Night Raider last time but probably best excused that.
10 10th (10) (20/1 +60%) Azure Angel	20 20/1(+60%)	(10) Azure Angel 20/1, Useful filly. C&D winner. 6/1, respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 42 days ago, not ideally placed. Plenty to find on form here, however. 2-2 at Newcastle and running well in defeat of late; this looks too competitive though.
6 11th (6) (28/1 -133%) Saint Lawrence	28 28/1(-133%)	(6) Saint Lawrence 28/1, Useful gelding. 12/1, creditable eighth of 25 in handicap at the Curragh (6f, good) 62 days ago, running on. Makes tapeta debut. Eleven runs since his last win in 2023. Last year's best brings him into it but 2024 has been underwhelming; AW debut.
5 12th (5) (20/1 -43%) Orne	20 20/1(-43%)	(5) Orne 20/1, Useful gelding. 8/1, 12½ lengths sixth of 7 to Quinault in listed race at Newmarket (6f, soft) 84 days ago. Faces no easy ask here. 7f Group 3 win as a 2yo; lots of good runs in 2024 but needs more for a gelding operation.

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15:48 Newcastle Listed (Class 1) 6f Race Class Flow

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

NIGHT RAIDER produced arguably a career-best effort to score by over two lengths in a conditions stakes at Kempton last month and he might have plenty more to offer. Karl Burke's three-year-old went into the 2000 Guineas unbeaten in two starts, but beat only one rival home. However, now might be the time he builds on that early promise. Albasheer is a C&D winner who wasn't disgraced in fifth in a Group 3 at Dundalk last time and has to be considered. Annaf completes the shortlist.

Lots with chances and Mick Appleby's smart ANNAF could prove the answer now he has his sights lowered following a solid run in Ascot's Champion Sprint last time out. Willem Twee is another with the form to have a say and heads the list of dangers ahead of Significantly and Wiltshire. Albasheer completes the shortlist.

Annaf, Night Raider, Willem Twee and WILTSHIRE stand out. The selection still has an air of unfinished business about him.

16:00 Cheltenham NH Flat Race (Class 1) 16f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 (5) (17/2 +6%) Jasmine D'airy	8.5 17/2(+6%)	(5) Jasmine D'airy 17/2, Runner-up both starts in points prior to readily landing a Tipperary bumper for Sam Curling 6 months ago. Has joined new connections since and looks a player. Easy winner at Tipperary; has joined excellent yard and commands respect on British debut.
8 1st (8) (5/2 +79%) Seo Linn	2.5 5/2(+79%)	(8) Seo Linn 5/2, 4/5, Built on promising debut when winning 8-runner bumper at Ballinrobe (16.4f, soft) in August followed by a respectable fourth in a listed event at Gowran. Not a forlorn hope. Fourth in Listed race last time; could again make frame but others appeal more for the win.
10 2nd (10) (7/1 -17%) Siog Geal	7 7/1(-17%)	(10) Siog Geal 7/1, £80,000 buy after winning her sole outing in Irish points in February and showed plenty when a clear second at Aintree first time out under Rules. Not discounted. Point winner; shaped very well when second in Aintree bumper; high on the list.
12 3rd (12) (12/1 -9%) Strong Run	12 12/1(-9%)	(12) Strong Run 12/1, Sister to useful bumper winner/very smart hurdler Strong Leader and bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Strong Glance. Solid start when runner-up at Uttoxeter and, given her pedigree, can be expected to improve. Well-bred mare; came from rear when promising second at Uttoxeter; has lots of potential.
9 4th (9) (10/1 -82%) Settle Down Jill	10 10/1(-82%)	(9) Settle Down Jill 10/1, €8,000 3-y-o, £120,000 4-y-o, Affinisea filly. Half-sister to 2 winners, including fair chaser Soloman Lane. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 2½m) Nietzsche. Won only outing in Irish points (Feb 2024) and significant that top yard starts her out at this level. Bought for £120,000 after winning a point; has joined fine yard; big player on rules debut.
6 5th (6) (15/8 +25%) Korinthia	1.875 15/8(+25%)	(6) Korinthia 15/8, Filly who hails from top yard and has looked an excellent prospect in landing her first two starts, again impressive at Limerick last time. Sets the standard with more to come. Had plenty in hand when scoring at Wexford and Limerick; could complete a hat-trick.
11 6th (11) (17/2 +39%) St Irene	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(11) St Irene 17/2, Out of a hurdling winner and well prepared for debut when scoring at Southwell 6 months ago. Could take a step forward if fit for this. Easy Southwell scorer in May; this is tougher but she's impossible to discount.
13 7th (13) (20/1 -25%) That'll Do Moss	20 20/1(-25%)	(13) That'll Do Moss 20/1, Successful on second of 2 starts in points and maintained unbeaten record in 7-runner bumper at Market Rasen 5 months ago. This demands a lot more. 1-2 in points; came from last to first to win bumper at Uttoxeter; possibilities.
1 8th (1) (18/1 +0%) Audacious Annie	18 18/1(+0%)	(1) Audacious Annie 18/1, Half-sister to numerous winners and justified strong market support when making a successful debut in a Wetherby bumper around a year ago. Easy to pick holes in that form, though, and didn't fire in listed company at Market Rasen 9 months ago. Improved when sixth of seven in Listed race last time but needs another step forward.
2 9th (2) (50/1 -178%) Crying Lightning	50 50/1(-178%)	(2) Crying Lightning 50/1, €26,000 3-y-o, Shirocco filly. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 21f) Guitar Pete. Tough starting point for a newcomer. 26,000euros 3yo; worth a market check but this is a tough assignment for a newcomer.
4 10th (4) (100/1 -150%) Hay Meadow	100 100/1(-150%)	(4) Hay Meadow 100/1, Point winner who made the ideal start under Rules when landing a 5-runner bumper at Perth 51 days ago. This demands a lot more, though. Narrow winner at Perth in September; up markedly in grade and others have stronger form.
3 11th (3) (66/1 +0%) Everest	66 66/1(+0%)	(3) Everest 66/1, Kayf Tara mare who was a promising second of 11 on her Southwell debut in June but failed to build on it over C&D three weeks ago. Hard to fancy. Only seventh of 14 over C&D three weeks ago; needs to up her game significantly.
7 12th (7) (33/1 -83%) Riviera Walk	33 33/1(-83%)	(7) Riviera Walk 33/1, Half-sister to French hurdler/chase winner Diamantaire and just held on when making a successful debut at Sedgefield 38 days ago. Should do better, so not out of place in this company. Overcame greenness to win at Sedgefield; could make significant improvement.

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16:00 Cheltenham NH Flat Race (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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

The hat-trick seeking KORINTHIA can lay an early marker for Willie Mullins' team of bumper horses now the NH season really kicks in. After two comfortable wins in Ireland, this daughter of Jukebox Jury seems ready for a deeper test and is an attractive option as her trainer bears down on back-to-back wins in the race. Fellow bumper winners Jasmine D'airy, St Irene and That'll Do Moss are all upwardly mobile and appear capable of making their presence felt.

KORINTHIA has looked well above average to date and her yard has no peer in this division, so she's preferred to Jasmine d'Airy, who made a successful start under Rules for her former yard at Tipperary 6 months ago. Point winner Settle Down Jill looks a big danger.

In a warm race the vote goes to STRONG RUN who shaped well when second at Uttoxeter. Stablemate Siog Geal is second choice.

16:18 Newcastle Stakes (Class 5) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 (8) (80/1 -60%) Crangy	80 80/1(-60%)	(8) Crangy 80/1, Foaled April 8. Cable Bay filly. Dam, winner up to 1¼m (2-y-o 7f winner), half-sister to useful winner up to 1m Isla Kai. Out of a 7f-1m2f winner for this yard but bit of a surprise if she strikes on debut.
5 1st (5) (5/2 +69%) Shiplake	2.5 5/2(+69%)	(5) Shiplake 5/2, Once-raced maiden. 6/1, sixth of 7 in novice at Newbury (7f, soft) on debut 56 days ago. Likely to improve. 6-1, raced alone towards near rail when remote sixth on Newbury debut; may do better.
6 2nd (6) (7/1 +30%) Soldiers Star	7 7/1(+30%)	(6) Soldiers Star 7/1, Foaled January 29. €35,000 yearling, Soldier's Call colt. Dam unraced. Interesting newcomer. Betting check needed for stable enjoying good year with juveniles.
7 3rd (7) (22/1 +67%) The Childe Of Hale	22 22/1(+67%)	(7) The Childe Of Hale 22/1, Once-raced maiden. Tenth of 11 in maiden at York (6f, soft, 28/1) on debut. Off 154 days. 28, never involved on 6f York debut in June; off since.
1 4th (1) (4/1 -100%) Mu Mu Land	4 4/1(-100%)	(1) Mu Mu Land 4/1, Promising sort who won 9-runner maiden at this C&D 18 days ago. Open to progress so he's a big player. Built on turf debut second when winning over C&D 18 days ago; more to come from him.
10 5th (10) (200/1 -300%) Mile By Mile	200 200/1(-300%)	(10) Mile By Mile 200/1, Once-raced maiden. Eighth of 14 in novice at Ripon (6f, good to firm, 28/1) on debut, slowly away. Off 131 days. First run for yard after leaving Iain Jardine. 28-1 when well held on 6f Ripon debut for Iain Jardine in July.
4 6th (4) (1/1 +56%) Charmoula	1 1/1(+56%)	(4) Charmoula 1/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 10/3, creditable third of 10 in novice at Nottingham (6.1f, heavy) 38 days ago. In the mix. Fair form in three runs on soft/heavy turf; thereabouts if as effective on AW.
9 7th (9) (150/1 -50%) Keely	150 150/1(-50%)	(9) Keely 150/1, Twice-raced maiden. Last of 10 in maiden at Southwell (5f, 200/1) 14 days ago. Up in trip. Big prices and well held in two 5f runs this autumn.

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16:18 Newcastle Stakes (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Mu Mu Land built on his debut second to score by a length over track and trip last month and should mount another bold bid. However, he might find it tough to give his 4lb penalty away to CHARMOULA. Harry Charlton's juvenile has shaped with plenty of promise in all three starts to date, including when third at Nottingham last time, and looks to have been found a good opportunity. Shiplake is probably a lot better than his well-held sixth at Newbury and is another to note.

The market should reveal plenty here but Julie Camacho's MU MU LAND holds the edge on the form of his recent C&D succcess so gets the vote ahead of Arkleside, who made a promising start when fifth here last month and can build on it. Hugo Palmer's debutant Soldiers Star is not without interest too and well worth a market check.

Ed Bethell's ARKLESIDE showed promise on his C&D debut last month and gets a narrow vote ahead of penalised C&D scorer Mu Mu Land.

16:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 9f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (5/1 +58%) King Of Speed	5 5/1(+58%)	(2) King Of Speed 5/1, C&D winner. 15/2, below form eighth of 14 in handicap at Leicester (7f, heavy) 39 days ago. Back up in trip. Others more persuasive. C&D winner; well beaten latest; looked in good shape here previously; in the thick of it.
3 2nd (3) (6/1 -20%) Saved Lizzie	6 6/1(-20%)	(3) Saved Lizzie 6/1, Lightly-raced maiden on Flat. 11/2, very good second of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f) 16 days ago, just failing. Makes tapeta debut. Enters calculations. Very modest earlier but only just failed in her second handicap at Chelmsford (1m).
12 3rd (12) (50/1 -52%) Mr Trick	50 50/1(-52%)	(12) Mr Trick 50/1, Course winner. 40/1 and visored for 1st time, last of 6 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 12 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Cheekpieces back on. Others more persuasive. Latest AW win at 1m2f last December; raced over 5f on last 3 starts; big trip disruption.
11 4th (11) (6/1 +76%) King Of The Dance	6 6/1(+76%)	(11) King Of The Dance 6/1, One win from 21 Flat runs. Creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at this C&D (40/1) 5 days ago. Others have achieved more. 1m Polytrack winner in 2023; recent 5th over C&D not enough to put him on top of the pile.
1 5th (1) (16/5 -7%) Diffident Spirit	3.2 16/5(-7%)	(1) Diffident Spirit 16/5, 11/1, won 11-runner handicap at Nottingham (10.2f, heavy) 10 days ago. Potentially well in from lower AW mark and worth taking a chance on. Winner over 1m2f at Nottingham last week; has won at 1m; 0-10 on AW but feasibly treated.
9 6th (9) (9/1 +25%) Charlatan	9 9/1(+25%)	(9) Charlatan 9/1, C&D winner. 3 wins from 10 runs this year. Last of 9 in handicap (5/1) at Chelmsford City (8f) 30 days ago. 3-6 on AW but he ran no sort of race back on sand last month; unknown quantity after that.
7 7th (7) (28/1 -56%) Loose Tongue	28 28/1(-56%)	(7) Loose Tongue 28/1, Winner at Chepstow in May. Eighth of 10 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm, 8/1). Off 96 days. Has work to do. Improved form when 1m winner in May; not so good in two runs since; something to prove.
8 8th (8) (14/1 -27%) Voltaic	14 14/1(-27%)	(8) Voltaic 14/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Leicester in June. 13/2, creditable second of 13 in handicap at Salisbury (7f, good to firm), no match for winner. Off 115 days. Back up in trip. Two wins for S Bowen, including C&D; needs best course form last winter to win after break.
10 9th (10) (5/2 +55%) Royal Observatory	2.5 5/2(+55%)	(10) Royal Observatory 5/2, Third of 10 in handicap (9/2) at this course (9.5f) 12 days ago, conceding first run. On an appealing mark but drop in trip isn't bound to suit. First handicap form when staying-on 3rd over 1m1f here latest; trip query over shorter.
4 10th (4) (100/1 -150%) Mujid	100 100/1(-150%)	(4) Mujid 100/1, Latest win at Ffos Las in July. 20/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (14.1f) 19 days ago. Significantly down in trip. Two more turf wins in 2024 but he's rarely played a major part on AW (0-12).
5 11th (5) (80/1 -60%) Senseofentitlement	80 80/1(-60%)	(5) Senseofentitlement 80/1, C&D winner. 150/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW). Off 8 months. Up in trip. Narrow C&D winner in July 2023 but soundly beaten in just 3 runs since, two for this yard.

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16:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 9f Race Class Flow

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

Narrowly denied by a 70-rated rival last month, SAVED LIZZIE is still unexposed at this trip and is of interest as a result. That said, Diffident Spirit won an even deeper race at Nottingham 10 days ago and is also a serious player, despite his previous all-weather form being way below that of his exploits on turf. Voltaic and Royal Observatory are other notable types to consider.

DIFFIDENT SPIRIT's split mark is probably justified but, having just scored at Nottingham, he's worth chancing from 4 lb lower back on this surface. Saved Lizzie and Port Noir are both dangers.

This can go to SAVED LIZZIE who can gain compensation for her defeat at Chelmsford in October, when only just failing to get up.

16:48 Newcastle Handicap (Class 3) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (14/1 -133%) Elegant Erin	14 14/1(-133%)	(6) Elegant Erin 14/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Beverley in September. 33/1, respectable fifth of 14 in handicap at this C&D 25 days ago, meeting some trouble. Ought to be in the shake-up. Done well since a wind op, winning twice (inc C&D); unlucky in running latest; e-w shout.
5 2nd (5) (11/1 -69%) Makanah	11 11/1(-69%)	(5) Makanah 11/1, Latest win at Redcar in August. 10/3, not best drawn when fourth of 6 in handicap at Nottingham (5f, soft) 17 days ago. In the picture. 0-8 on AW but fully effective over C&D; not discounted at this level.
7 3rd (7) (14/1 -65%) Dark Kestrel	14 14/1(-65%)	(7) Dark Kestrel 14/1, Career best when winning 10-runner handicap (10/1) at this C&D 19 days ago. Not taken lightly in his current mood. Strong finish to win over C&D 19 days ago; up 6lb in a better race this time.
9 4th (9) (16/1 -14%) Our Absent Friends	16 16/1(-14%)	(9) Our Absent Friends 16/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Ripon in September. 18/1, last of 8 in handicap at Haydock (5f, heavy) 29 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Conditions to suit and the ground was a valid excuse when flopping last time.
8 5th (8) (5/4 +58%) Spirit Of Applause	1.25 5/4(+58%)	(8) Spirit Of Applause 5/4, C&D winner in October and backed it up with a very good second of 9 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 4 days ago. Big shout off an unchanged mark. Thriving since switched to AW; near miss off this mark on Tuesday; in the mix once more.
2 6th (2) (10/3 +52%) Mon Na Slieve	3.333333 10/3(+52%)	(2) Mon Na Slieve 10/3, 6/1, last of 8 in handicap at Hamilton (5f, good to soft) 47 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. No win since debut but this is effectively a drop in class and he's bred to go on AW.
1 7th (1) (28/1 -300%) King Of Stars	28 28/1(-300%)	(1) King Of Stars 28/1, Seventeen runs since last win in 2021. Off 22 months before a fair third of 4 in conditions stakes at Beverley (5f, good to soft, 18/1) 53 days ago. Holds good chance on form if building on that. Far from solid but he has been given a chance by the handicapper on AW.
4 8th (4) (12/1 -85%) Solray	12 12/1(-85%)	(4) Solray 12/1, Course winner. Creditable fourth of 18 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good to firm, 12/1), well positioned. Off 7 months so needs to hit the ground running. Two 6f wins here last year; ran well at Newmarket last time but that was April; new trip.
3 9th (3) (15/2 +53%) Grandlad	7.5 15/2(+53%)	(3) Grandlad 15/2, 3 wins from 9 runs this year. Latest win at Goodwood in June. Ninth of 13 in handicap (16/1) at York (5f, soft) 69 days ago. Others appeal more. Three 5f wins this year; not at best the last twice but eased in grade & he's been gelded.

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16:48 Newcastle Handicap (Class 3) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Spirit Of Applause has been in great form on the all-weather recently and having been narrowly denied at Southwell on Tuesday, he is certain to prove popular once more, as is Dark Kestrel, who is 6lb higher following last month's C&D triumph. However, marginal preference is for KING OF STARS. Mick Appleby's charge shaped with considerable promise in a conditions event at Beverley when returning from a lengthy absence and the well-handicapped seven-year-old may well step forward with that run under his belt.

SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE arrives at the top of his game so is fancied to bag another C&D success at the chief expense of recent C&D victor Dark Kestrel. King of Stars is handily weighted if building on his Beverley third after a long absence and is another to consider along with Makanah.

Elegant Erin and Spirit Of Applause are respected but this represents a drop in grade for MON NA SLIEVE and he's preferred.

17:00 Wolverhampton Stakes (Class 5) 12f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
3 1st (3) (9/4 +44%) Sueno	2.25 9/4(+44%)	(3) Sueno 9/4, Once-raced maiden. 13/2, third of 7 in novice at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) on debut 23 days ago, not knocked about. Should improve, particularly with the longer trip in her favour. Showed promise when third on last month's Leicester debut; this trip should suit.
1 2nd (1) (5/6 +100%) Cadarn	0.833333 5/6(+100%)	(1) Cadarn 5/6, Showed encouragement in a bumper. Tongue strap on for 1st time in this code, second of 9 in novice at Newcastle (10.2f, 22/1) on Flat debut 25 days ago, just failing. Up in trip. Hard to beat. Promise in a bumper and just beaten in a Newcastle novice last time; much respected.
2 3rd (2) (7/1 -40%) Clockmaker	7 7/1(-40%)	(2) Clockmaker 7/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 10 in handicap (12/1) at Goodwood (12f, good to firm). Off 108 days. Makes tapeta debut. Returns with a bit to prove. Placed in two of his first three starts on turf, but proved a hard ride last time.
4 4th (4) (8/1 +0%) Volakes	8 8/1(+0%)	(4) Volakes 8/1, Twice-raced maiden. 10/1, fifth of 7 in novice at Nottingham (14f, heavy) 17 days ago, very slowly away. Others more persuasive. Will need to improve on last month's two efforts if she is to mix it with these.

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17:00 Wolverhampton Stakes (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow

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

Clockmaker has ability but can be a law unto himself and wouldn't be one for maximum faith based on how he downed tools at Goodwood most recently. CADARN on the other hand, was a close second to a promising type in a novice over 1m2f at Newcastle last month. Given his only previous start was a respectable fourth in a Huntingdon bumper, this additional two furlongs could be a source of improvement. Sueno appeals more than Volakes of the rest.

Having offered promise in a bumper, CADARN made a pleasing Flat debut when second at Newcastle last month, so he's preferred to Sueno, who is likely to progress from her debut, when she seemed inexperienced. That pair should dominate.

Preference is for CADARN who has the AW experience on the board having only just failed to get up at Newcastle last time.

17:18 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (11/2 -175%) Laurens Dream	5.5 11/2(-175%)	(1) Laurens Dream 11/2, 11/2, career best when winning 6-runner nursery at this course (7.1f) 5 days ago, overcoming pace bias. Likely to cope with this drop in trip and she looks capable of following up under a penalty. Kept on well to win a slowly run 7f nursery here on Monday; more needed to defy penalty.
2 2nd (2) (3/1 +85%) Vault Of Heaven	3 3/1(+85%)	(2) Vault Of Heaven 3/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fifth of 12 in maiden at this course (7.1f, 200/1) 67 days ago. Needs to raise his game now pitched into a nursery. Appeared to run better over 7f here in September; even more required now handicapping.
6 3rd (6) (13/2 -18%) Monticristo Boy	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(6) Monticristo Boy 13/2, Career best when winning 6-runner nursery (9/2) at this course (5f) 15 days ago. 3 lb rise fair enough and very much a player back up to 6f. Narrow win in a 5f nursery here two weeks ago; 3lb rise doesn't look generous.
9 4th (9) (16/1 -33%) Followeroffashion	16 16/1(-33%)	(9) Followeroffashion 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 150/1, ninth of 10 in novice at Kempton (7f) 17 days ago. Needs to raise her game now making the switch to a nursery. Promise at Kempton on 2nd start; looks a likely improver back sprinting in a 0-60 nursery.
8 5th (8) (12/1 +40%) Black Sky	12 12/1(+40%)	(8) Black Sky 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 33/1, last of 8 in nursery at Redcar (8f, soft) 11 days ago. Back down in trip for this tapeta debut and blinkers on 1st time. Step forward needed. Overall profile unconvincing; drops in trip with blinkers now tried (has worn a visor).
11 6th (11) (5/1 +0%) A Fine Claret	5 5/1(+0%)	(11) A Fine Claret 5/1, 11/4, good length third of 6 to Laurens Dream in nursery at this course (7.1f) 5 days ago, well positioned. Visor back on and, now 4 lb better off with that rival, he looks sure to be involved in the finish. Improved efforts over 7f the last twice; stiff 6f should be OK; visor replaces cheekpieces.
4 7th (4) (4/1 +27%) Rock Master	4 4/1(+27%)	(4) Rock Master 4/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 4/1, fourth of 9 in novice at Southwell (7.1f) 16 days ago. Drop to 6f for this nursery debut looks a good move and he's one to consider. Drop to 6f should suit and he's of interest now switched to a low-grade nursery.
3 8th (3) (22/1 -10%) King Of Lir	22 22/1(-10%)	(3) King Of Lir 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 16/1, eleventh of 12 in nursery at this C&D 46 days ago. Hopes now pinned on the addition of blinkers helping to spark some improvement. No instant improvement for handicapping when 11th over C&D last month; now blinkered.
12 9th (12) (22/1 +33%) Up The Budget	22 22/1(+33%)	(12) Up The Budget 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eleventh of 13 in nursery at Chelmsford City (6f, 28/1) 16 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and plenty to find on form. No improvement for switch to nurseries at Chelmsford 16 days ago; others more persuasive.
5 10th (5) (100/1 -203%) Unthinkable	100 100/1(-203%)	(5) Unthinkable 100/1, Last of 9 in nursery at this C&D (80/1) 11 days ago and she's likely to come up short once more. In and out for current yard; sharper for recent run & down in weights but still too risky.
7 11th (7) (40/1 -43%) Caledonian Dream	40 40/1(-43%)	(7) Caledonian Dream 40/1, First run since leaving Grant Tuer when last of 12 in nursery (16/1) at this C&D 46 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time and sizeable step forward needed. Well beaten over C&D on his stable debut last month; now goes in cheekpieces.
10 12th (10) (22/1 -120%) Glad Eye	22 22/1(-120%)	(10) Glad Eye 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. First run since leaving Hughie Morrison when third of 5 in nursery at this C&D (11/1) 8 days ago. Others preferred. Raced freely when third of five over C&D last week; that does not appeal as strong form.

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17:18 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Laurens Dream recorded a deserved first career success when on target over 7f here on Monday and she merits respect under the penalty. However, it might pay to side with FOLLOWEROFFASHION. The daughter of Dandy Man would need to improve on what she has shown to date, but she enters nurseries from a potentially workable mark and is well berthed in stall 10. It would come as no surprise were fellow handicap debutant Rock Master to step forward, while recent course winner Monticristo Boy is also noted.

In the hope that she gets a strong pace to aim at now dropped to 6f, LAURENS DREAM gets the nod. She did well to prevail on her all-weather debut over 7f here on Monday and there should be better to come. The drop to this trip will almost certainly suit Rock Master and he merits respect now pitched into a nursery off a fair-looking mark, while A Fine Claret, who was a good third to the selection here five days ago, and recent course winner Monticristo Boy are others to consider.

Handicap newcomers Rock Master and FOLLOWEROFFASHION may progress past some exposed opposition.

17:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (16/1 0%) Ziggy's Ariel	16 16/1(0%)	(1) Ziggy's Ariel 16/1, Lightly-raced winner. Winner at Hamilton in July. Sixth of 8 in nursery at Newcastle (6f, 9/1) 19 days ago. Has regressed since Hamilton win; something to prove.
3 2nd (3) (12/1 -100%) Baileys Jubilation	12 12/1(-100%)	(3) Baileys Jubilation 12/1, Winner at Lingfield in June. 33/1, respectable fourth of 10 in nursery at Southwell (5f) 19 days ago. Back up in trip. Shortlist material. 1-1 in Class 5 (turf novice win); has possibilities back at this level.
5 3rd (5) (9/2 +40%) Mighty Ruler	4.5 9/2(+40%)	(5) Mighty Ruler 9/2, Thrice-raced maiden. Sixth of 12 in novice (16/1) at Salisbury (6f, good to firm). Off 94 days/gelded. Tongue strap on 1st time, cheekpieces on 1st time. Makes handicap debut. Summer novice form on turf has substance; had gelding/wind operations since.
7 4th (7) (28/1 +15%) Jane Garfield	28 28/1(+15%)	(7) Jane Garfield 28/1, 14/1, sixth of 9 in nursery at Newbury (7f, good to firm) 79 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. First run for yard after leaving Sylvester Kirk. Has work to do. Needs improvement to open her account on debut for new yard.
6 5th (6) (15/8 +46%) Rogue Bullet	1.875 15/8(+46%)	(6) Rogue Bullet 15/8, Blinkered for 1st time, creditable second of 12 in nursery (10/1) at Kempton (6f) 24 days ago, slowly away. Makes tapeta debut. Looks the one to beat. Ran very well in first-time blinkers at Kempton (AW debut) most recently; good chance.
4 6th (4) (10/3 +0%) Choreographic	3.333333 10/3(+0%)	(4) Choreographic 10/3, Thrice-raced maiden. Third of 11 in novice at Kempton (7f, 11/1) 17 days ago. Notable handicap newcomer for top yard. Heading in the right direction; the type to do well in handicaps; respected.
8 7th (8) (14/1 -17%) Mister Mcgregor	14 14/1(-17%)	(8) Mister Mcgregor 14/1, Seventh of 10 in nursery (14/1) at Southwell (5f) 19 days ago. Back up in trip. Others are more appealing. Has inconsistent form but best efforts give him place claims.
10 8th (10) (50/1 -52%) Bantz	50 50/1(-52%)	(10) Bantz 50/1, 40/1, first run since leaving William Haggas when ninth of 10 in nursery at Southwell (5f) 19 days ago, slowly away. Hard to fancy. Failed to revive for new yard last time; best watched.
2 9th (2) (6/1 +14%) Monomyth	6 6/1(+14%)	(2) Monomyth 6/1, Winner at Doncaster in August. 7/2, last of 5 in nursery at Kempton (7f) 71 days ago, met some trouble. Well capable of getting back on track returning to tapeta after a break. Solid form in 6f nurseries comprises a win and good second; not dismissed.
11 10th (11) (50/1 -317%) Final Angel	50 50/1(-317%)	(11) Final Angel 50/1, 9/1, seventh of 11 in nursery at Southwell (6.1f) 26 days ago. Others more persuasive. Could go well off this reduced mark and with Warren Fentiman taking off 7lb.
12 11th (12) (33/1 -83%) Mrbluesky	33 33/1(-83%)	(12) Mrbluesky 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 9/1, below form eighth of 13 in nursery at York (6f, good to soft), merely closing up late. Off 126 days. Makes tapeta debut. Uphill task. Needs improvement for gelding operation and change of surface.
9 12th (9) (40/1 -21%) Bob The Bandit	40 40/1(-21%)	(9) Bob The Bandit 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eleventh of 12 in maiden at Leicester (5f, good, 25/1). Off 6 months. Up in trip. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Makes handicap debut. Must bounce back after gelding operation. Regressed from Brocklesby effort in the spring; market can guide.

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17:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

CHOREOGRAPHIC's three qualifying runs were steadily progressive and the daughter of Night Of Thunder debuts in a nursery from a workable mark as a result. A half-sister to a winner over this trip on Polytrack, the signs are positive now she tackles Tapeta for the first time. Monomyth and Baileys Jubilation are more exposed but are still competitively-enough weighted for consideration at this level.

ROGUE BULLET was firmly back on track with blinkers applied when second at Kempton last time and, if he can avoid a slow start, he could go one better. Choreographic should be able to do better switched to nurseries and Monomyth can bounce back from a poor showing.

With the blinkers retained, ROGUE BULLET may well build on his Kempton effort and go one better. Choreographic is second choice.

17:48 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (4/1 +11%) Wyvern	4 4/1(+11%)	(5) Wyvern 4/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2023. Good fourth of 11 in handicap (28/1) at this C&D 18 days ago. Worth considering off the same mark. Back in better form over C&D the last twice and can't be ruled out.
1 2nd (1) (15/8 -36%) Jewel Maker	1.875 15/8(-36%)	(1) Jewel Maker 15/8, 6/1, improved on recent efforts to win 10-runner handicap at this C&D 9 days ago. That was his third success over C&D and another bold show may well be on the way. In good form over C&D since returned to AW and holds a solid chance.
3 3rd (3) (7/4 +56%) Roman Harry	1.75 7/4(+56%)	(3) Roman Harry 7/4, First run since leaving Ms Claire O'Connell when creditable fifth of 12 in handicap (13/2) at Musselburgh (7.1f, good to soft) 10 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and he is likely to be on the premises. Interesting returned to a non-turf surface on second run for new yard.
4 4th (4) (33/1 -230%) Annandale	33 33/1(-230%)	(4) Annandale 33/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Ayr in October. Fifth of 8 in handicap at Musselburgh (16f, good to soft, 14/1) 10 days ago. Significantly back down in trip and he's not without each-way hope. Gained most recent win over 1m5f; not crying out for return to 1m.
2 5th (2) (12/1 +40%) Pallas Lord	12 12/1(+40%)	(2) Pallas Lord 12/1, Four-time C&D winner. 5 wins from 13 runs this year. 28/1, 8 lengths eighth of 10 to Jewel Maker in handicap at this C&D 9 days ago. Clearly has work to do. Seven-time course winner but has a question mark over current form.
8 6th (8) (17/2 +58%) Likleman	8.5 17/2(+58%)	(8) Likleman 17/2, One win from 22 Flat runs. Winner at Hamilton in September. 14/1, respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) 10 days ago. Not taken lightly. Too free in last three runs but has possibilities provided he settles.
7 7th (7) (100/1 -203%) Last Mission	100 100/1(-203%)	(7) Last Mission 100/1, 80/1, below form seventh of 12 in handicap hurdle at Bangor (16.7f, good) 71 days ago. Readily passed over on first start in this sphere since August 2022. Not seen on Flat since 2022; poor form over hurdles for new yard.

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17:48 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

A commanding winner of a class 5 C&D event recently, this ought to be an excellent opportunity for JEWEL MAKER, who remains well treated off 5lb higher, to go in again. Wyvern took another step in the right direction when not beaten far into fourth over track and trip last month and he is of interest from an unchanged rating. Roman Harry was a close-up fifth on his first appearance for Iain Jardine and there should be more to come.

Having resumed winning ways over this C&D nine days ago, JEWEL MAKER is the most appealing option. He remains feasibly treated up 5 lb and earns the vote ahead of Likleman and Roman Harry. Cases can also be made for Annandale and Wyvern.

The suggestion is ROMAN HARRY, who gained his Irish win on the beach at Laytown and remains unexposed in non-turf events.

18:00 Wolverhampton Maiden (Class 4) 9f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (13/8 +35%) Precision	1.625 13/8(+35%)	(8) Precision 13/8, Expert Eye gelding. Dam 10.5f winner. 66/1, third of 15 in novice at Redcar (8f, soft) on debut 29 days ago. Likely to improve. Encouraging effort at Redcar; out of an AW winner for his owners; interesting.
3 2nd (3) (11/2 +0%) Marhaba Ghaiyyath	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(3) Marhaba Ghaiyyath 11/2, Foaled March 10. 28,000 gns yearling, Ghaiyyath colt. Half-brother to several winners, including 9f-1¾m winner Fujaira Prince and winner up to 15.5f Nichols Canyon, both smart. Dam unraced. 28,000gns yearling; has a very useful pedigree; the pick of the debutants.
7 3rd (7) (9/5 +40%) Bulletin	1.8 9/5(+40%)	(7) Bulletin 9/5, Twice-raced colt. 9/2, second of 12 in maiden at Southwell (8.1f) 23 days ago, clear of rest. Player. Has shown promise in two AW maidens, clear second at Southwell latest; solid.
10 4th (10) (25/1 +0%) Westlain	25 25/1(+0%)	(10) Westlain 25/1, 2,000 gns yearling, Ribchester gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including useful 1¼m winner Hulcote and 1¼m-2m winner Mark of Gold. Fifth of 11 in maiden at Brighton (8f, good to soft, 33/1) on debut 39 days ago. Only a modest fifth at Brighton and needs to improve a good deal.
5 5th (5) (50/1 -25%) Rory's Gold	50 50/1(-25%)	(5) Rory's Gold 50/1, Foaled April 20. €17,000 yearling, resold €26,000 yearling, 25,000 gns 2-y-o, Havana Gold colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 5f winner Flippa The Strippa and 1m winner Vice Marshal. Dam, 9f-10.5f winner, half-sister to useful 9.5f-1½m winner Val de Saone. 25,000gns 2yo; by Havana Gold; trainer is 0-17 with 2yos.
4 6th (4) (11/2 -57%) Northwest Passage	5.5 11/2(-57%)	(4) Northwest Passage 11/2, 6,000 gns foal, Ulysses colt. Closely related to 1¾m winner Grey Owl and half-brother to 6f winner Shawaf. Dam twice-raced half-sister to high-class French miler Tamayuz. Third of 10 in novice (33/1) at Brighton (8f, heavy) on debut 30 days ago, clear of rest. May well do better. Promising third at Brighton, faring best of the newcomers; possibilities.
6 7th (6) (33/1 -230%) Baridi	33 33/1(-230%)	(6) Baridi 33/1, Foaled February 21. Sergei Prokofiev colt. Half-brother to 6f winner Secret To Success. Dam, 6f winner, half-sister to useful 1½m winner (stays 2m) Travel On. Mixed messages in pedigree as regards this distance on debut.
9 8th (9) (150/1 -355%) Ta Craic Ann	150 150/1(-355%)	(9) Ta Craic Ann 150/1, Foaled April 25. €1,500 yearling, Kessaar gelding. Dam ran once, out of useful winner (stayed 1¼m) Magic Motif. Bred to take well to AW but cost only 1,500euros and may lack potential.
1 9th (1) (125/1 -89%) Aurelius Maximus	125 125/1(-89%)	(1) Aurelius Maximus 125/1, Twice-raced gelding. Tenth of 11 in maiden (200/1) at Southwell (8.1f) 12 days ago, slowly away. Has a pair of duck eggs next to his name; opposed.
2 10th (2) (20/1 +20%) Campani	20 20/1(+20%)	(2) Campani 20/1, 31,000 gns yearling, Time Test colt. Half-brother to several winners, including 5f/6f winner Lajatico and 1m/9f winner Talyani, both useful. 25/1, tenth of 13 in novice at Chelmsford City (7f) on debut 49 days ago, very slowly away. Up in trip. Always behind in 7f event at Chelmsford, having blown the start.

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18:00 Wolverhampton Maiden (Class 4) 9f Race Class Flow

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

BULLETIN shaped with plenty of promise when a staying-on fourth over 7f on his debut here last month. He was then an excellent second over a mile at Southwell subsequently and the son of Advertise gets the vote to go one place better this time. Precision made a pleasing start when third over a mile at Redcar on his racecourse bow recently and he can emerge as the main danger to the selection, while Marhaba Ghaiyyath is respected most of the newcomers.

There isn't much between BULLETIN, Precision and Northwest Passage given what they have achieved so far but Bulletin is proven on AW so shades the vote.

Solid contender BULLETIN is marginally preferred, ahead of Precision and Northwest Passage.

18:18 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (10/3 +0%) Tasever	3.333333 10/3(+0%)	(6) Tasever 10/3, Came good at the 24th time of asking in 12-runner C&D handicap 11 days ago. While that record doesn't mark him down as an obvious sort to follow up a 3lb rise looks fair. Finally broke his duck here 11 days ago; nudged up 3lb but should remain competitive.
7 2nd (7) (18/1 -13%) Pop Favorite	18 18/1(-13%)	(7) Pop Favorite 18/1, Six-time C&D winner, the latest in October. Bit below form 6 lengths seventh of 12 to Tasever here 11 days ago. Goes well here but last two runs have been below par; needs to bounce back.
4 3rd (4) (22/1 -57%) Likeashadow	22 22/1(-57%)	(4) Likeashadow 22/1, C&D winner. Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. 50/1, eleventh of 12 in handicap at this course (7f) 18 days ago. Blinkers back on. Course regular; might have needed last run after a break; not discounted.
5 4th (5) (6/1 +33%) Jumeira Vision	6 6/1(+33%)	(5) Jumeira Vision 6/1, Respectable fourth of 11 in C&D handicap (28/1) 25 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently. Shaped as if emerging from a quiet spell when fourth over C&D; has to be high on the list.
3 5th (3) (17/2 -6%) Mambha	8.5 17/2(-6%)	(3) Mambha 17/2, 40/1, career best when winning 12-runner C&D handicap 44 days ago, suited by the step back up in trip. Should remain competitive up 5 lb. Off the mark at the tenth attempt over C&D in October; in the mix again off 5lb higher.
1 6th (1) (2/1 +20%) Jez Bomb	2 2/1(+20%)	(1) Jez Bomb 2/1, Gained a fourth win in his last 7 starts when seeing off 10 rivals over C&D 18 days ago. A further 2 lb nudge shouldn't prevent a prominent showing. Four wins since cheekpieces went on, most recently over C&D; should go well again.
2 7th (2) (4/1 +0%) Absolutely Buzzing	4 4/1(+0%)	(2) Absolutely Buzzing 4/1, Winner at Chelmsford (1m) in August. 11/2, creditable third of 12 in handicap at Chelmsford (1m) 35 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Unexposed sort who may have more to offer. Lightly raced; followed 50-1 win with good third; major claims if handling this new track.
8 8th (8) (28/1 -40%) Kraken Diamond	28 28/1(-40%)	(8) Kraken Diamond 28/1, Has a basement mark to work with now starting out for Jim Goldie but better perhaps the best guide to expectations after 7 months off. 12-race maiden; risky but has joined a fine stable and market support would be significant.

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18:18 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

TASEVER responded kindly for Ryan Kavanagh when he won with a tenacious effort over C&D last week and he can take another step forward with just a 3lb higher mark to contend with. The hat-trick seeking Jez Bomb is an obvious threat to the selection, while Mambha commands respect and won't be as underestimated in the betting as she was when scoring narrowly off 5lb lower over track and trip last month.

JEZ BOMB has been a real improver in the second half of the year and might be able to defy the handicapper again. Tasever finally came good here last time and is second choice ahead of Absolutely Buzzing.

Preference is for JUMEIRA VISION who has fallen to his last winning mark and gave an indication last time he was returning to form.

18:30 Wolverhampton Maiden (Class 4) 9f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
5 1st (5) (11/4 +17%) Penfolds Grange	2.75 11/4(+17%)	(5) Penfolds Grange 11/4, 9,000 gns foal, 35,000 gns yearling, Time Test gelding. Half-brother to 9.5f winner Rubellite. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 6f winner Dream Dubai. Third of 10 in maiden (7/1) at Kempton (7f) on debut 24 days ago. Up in trip. Respected. Fair third on last month's debut (7f) and today's extra yardage seems a likely plus.
7 2nd (7) (5/4 +69%) Quick Qudos	1.25 5/4(+69%)	(7) Quick Qudos 5/4, Foaled April 15. 200,000 gns yearling, Siyouni gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including useful US Grade 3 9f winner Demarchelier and useful 1½m-1¾m winner A Star Above. Dam unraced sister to Moyglare Stud Stakes winner Quarter Moon and Irish 1000 Guineas winner Yesterday. Likely type. Half-brother to five winners; interesting newcomer for in-form yard; the market may guide.
4 3rd (4) (7/2 +36%) Orchestral Wave	3.5 7/2(+36%)	(4) Orchestral Wave 7/2, 25,000 gns yearling, Kameko colt. Half-brother to several winners, including useful 7f-1¾m winner Captain Chorus and useful winner up to 9f Seaside Song. Dam 1½m winner. Eighth of 11 in maiden at Southwell (8.1f, 5/1) on debut 12 days ago. Soundly beaten on recent debut but this half-brother to six winners was very well backed.
3 4th (3) (15/2 +46%) Hamdani Cruiser	7.5 15/2(+46%)	(3) Hamdani Cruiser 15/2, 36,000 gns 2-y-o. Catalina Cruiser colt. Half-brother to 2 minor winners in North America. Eighth of 9 in maiden at Kempton (7f, 14/1) on debut. Off 96 days. Up in trip. Half-brother to two winners but down the field on debut at Kempton in August.
9 5th (9) (25/1 -56%) Tenadaay	25 25/1(-56%)	(9) Tenadaay 25/1, Adaay colt. Dam, 1¼m winner, also won over fences. 200/1, seventh of 16 in maiden at Doncaster (7f, soft) on debut 22 days ago. Up in trip. Midfield in warm Doncaster maiden on last month's debut and he's not discounted.
1 6th (1) (100/1 -203%) Aroof	100 100/1(-203%)	(1) Aroof 100/1, €30,000 2-y-o, Kodiac colt. Dam 1¼m-11.4f winner. 40/1, seventh of 9 in novice at Southwell (7.1f) on debut 16 days ago. Up in trip. Open to improvement on second start but he was always behind on his recent debut.
8 7th (8) (50/1 -52%) Spuddling	50 50/1(-52%)	(8) Spuddling 50/1, Twice-raced gelding. 80/1, fifth of 10 in novice at Brighton (8f, heavy) 30 days ago. Pulled up on debut before well-beaten 5th at Brighton; others have more compelling claims.
2 8th (2) (33/1 -32%) Glentanar	33 33/1(-32%)	(2) Glentanar 33/1, €6,000 yearling, £20,000 2-y-o, Soldier's Call colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 11f-1½m winner Hot Beat and 2-y-o 6f winner Mamaheart. 200/1, eleventh of 12 in novice at Kempton (7f) on debut 31 days ago. Up in trip. Slowly away and well beaten when 200-1 on last month's debut at Kempton (7f).
10 9th (10) (28/1 -40%) Maid Of Killybegs	28 28/1(-40%)	(10) Maid Of Killybegs 28/1, Twice-raced filly. 22/1, last of 11 in maiden at Southwell (6.1f) 42 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Has an attractive pedigree and tries a new trip today, but has shown little thus far.

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18:30 Wolverhampton Maiden (Class 4) 9f Race Class Flow

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

PENFOLDS GRANGE made eyecatching late headway to finish third on his debut over 7f at Kempton last month and, stepping up in trip with the promise of more to come, he can land the spoils. Quick Qudos is a newcomer to note as a son of Siyouni, while Orchestral Wave is fancied to step forward from his ordinary Southwell introduction.

QUICK QUDOS makes plenty of appeal on paper so can make a winning start in a weak maiden. Minelone is next best ahead of Penfolds Grange.

Having stayed on for an encouraging third on last month's debut over 7f at Kempton, PENFOLDS GRANGE earns the vote now up in trip.

18:48 Newcastle Handicap (Class 4) 7f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
12 1st (12) (22/1 -22%) Red Maids	22 22/1(-22%)	(12) Red Maids 22/1, Unreliable sort. Fifteen runs since last win in 2023. 50/1, creditable seventh of 14 in handicap at Kempton (7f) 10 days ago, running on. Two turf wins at this trip last summer; mixed bag in 2024 and others look stronger.
6 2nd (6) (15/2 -25%) Enola Grey	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(6) Enola Grey 15/2, Course winner. 10/1, creditable second of 9 in handicap at Southwell (7f) 3 days ago, conceding first run. Expected to be bang there. Ran on well for second at Southwell on Wednesday; stronger pace would suit; contender.
2 3rd (2) (11/2 +21%) Billyb	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(2) Billyb 11/2, In good form with a win and second for Craig Lidster in June. Disappointed on softer ground at York in July. This former tapeta winner remains with handicapping scope and it'll be interesting to see how strong the betting vibes are back from 4 months off. Back to form for new yard this year; absent since low-key run in July; still well treated.
1 4th (1) (16/5 +57%) Master Richard	3.2 16/5(+57%)	(1) Master Richard 16/5, C&D winner. Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. 7/1, creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at this course (1m) 43 days ago, ridden too aggressively. One to consider. C&D winner; on a losing run but in fair form and should give his running.
5 5th (5) (17/2 +47%) Feel The Need	8.5 17/2(+47%)	(5) Feel The Need 17/2, Latest win at York in May. Bit below form fifth of 12 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, heavy, 9/1) 21 days ago. Effective over C&D and feasibly weighted on his spring form; yard fairly quiet this autumn.
3 6th (3) (6/1 +45%) Mudamer	6 6/1(+45%)	(3) Mudamer 6/1, Creditable fifth of 10 in handicap (12/1) at this course (1m) 5 days ago, not ideally placed. Cheekpieces back on. On a dangerous mark, ran okay here on Monday and the return of headgear is a plus; chance.
10 7th (10) (50/1 -213%) Bobby Joe Leg	50 50/1(-213%)	(10) Bobby Joe Leg 50/1, Seven-time C&D winner, including 2 at the start of 2024. Off 6 months, creditable third of 9 over C&D (28/1) 15 days ago, albeit well positioned. Split Project Geofin and Swiss Ace here two weeks ago; could prove vulnerable again.
9 8th (9) (9/2 -64%) Project Geofin	4.5 9/2(-64%)	(9) Project Geofin 9/2, C&D winner in October. Shaped well when second of 9 over C&D (6/5) 15 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Leading claims. Course record reads 112; closely matched with Swiss Ace on a recent C&D run; key player.
4 9th (4) (16/1 -60%) Swiss Ace	16 16/1(-60%)	(4) Swiss Ace 16/1, Three-time C&D winner. First outing for 5 months when respectable fourth of 9 over C&D (9/1) 15 days ago. Entitled to come on for that run. Should be sharper for recent return and handicapped to go well; high on the list.
11 10th (11) (33/1 -32%) Spun To Gold	33 33/1(-32%)	(11) Spun To Gold 33/1, AW winner for Andrew Balding. Well held all 3 turf starts for this yard so hopes are pinned on a return to AW sparking a revival. Struggled on turf for new yard but the return to AW could spark a revival; still risky.
7 11th (7) (12/1 -33%) Modern Times	12 12/1(-33%)	(7) Modern Times 12/1, Fairly useful maiden. 8/1, creditable third of 9 in C&D handicap 15 days ago. 0-9 but has shown winning potential; kept on well for 3rd over C&D this month; e-w shout.
8 12th (8) (16/1 0%) That's For Sure	16 16/1(0%)	(8) That's For Sure 16/1, Off since finishing seventh of 9 in nursery at Doncaster (6f, good to soft) in September 2022. It's of some interest that a top stable has persevered but the betting is perhaps the best guide to expectations. Returns from a 428-day absence over a new trip and on a new surface; risks attached.

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18:48 Newcastle Handicap (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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

Perseverance could be the name of the game with FEEL THE NEED, who has generally run with consistency all year and, still unexposed on the all-weather, could make the most of being on a competitive current rating. Billyb is surely better than he managed at York last time out and, with this representing a drop back down in class, he is also taken seriously. Project Geofin and Modern Times have scope to progress on Tapeta and any support in the betting would be noteworthy.

PROJECT GEOFIN had to come from too far back when second over C&D last time and can show he's still on a good mark. Enola Grey went down only to an unexposed 3-y-o at Southwell on Wednesday and is feared most ahead of Master Richard and Swiss Ace. Billy B is one to note in the betting back from a break.

Several runners of interest but PROJECT GEOFIN's latest second should be upgraded and he still looks well handicapped.

19:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
6 1st (6) (13/8 +28%) Overnight Oats	1.625 13/8(+28%)	(6) Overnight Oats 13/8, Opened account for current yard in 12-runner handicap (4/1) at this course (8.6f) 5 days ago, always holding on. Has to be taken seriously under a penalty. Won here on Monday; one of the likelier winners despite 5lb penalty and drop back in trip.
3 2nd (3) (7/2 +13%) Emerald Army	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(3) Emerald Army 7/2, Showed improved form to get off the mark in 12-runner handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 23 days ago. Should at least remain competitive following a small rise in the weights. 2lb higher than when making a successful AW debut at Southwell last month; more to come.
4 3rd (4) (25/1 -56%) Bungle Bay	25 25/1(-56%)	(4) Bungle Bay 25/1, 4-time course winner but below form last 4 starts. All four wins here and 1lb lower than for the latest, but modest since returning in July.
10 4th (10) (6/1 +25%) Noble Consort	6 6/1(+25%)	(10) Noble Consort 6/1, 7/1 and visored for 1st time, creditable 1¾ lengths fourth of 12 to Emerald Army in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 23 days ago. 0-10 but only 2l behind Emerald Army last time and 3lb better off; each-way claims.
8 5th (8) (17/2 -55%) Global Effort	8.5 17/2(-55%)	(8) Global Effort 17/2, Course winner. Latest win here in November. Good third of 10 in handicap (9/2) at Southwell (6.1f) 3 days ago. Carries penalty. Both wins have come over 6f here, but his stamina for this far remains unproven.
1 6th (1) (40/1 -100%) Coolagh Magic	40 40/1(-100%)	(1) Coolagh Magic 40/1, Course winner who ran below form when fifth of 11 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 20/1) 16 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Has won over 7f at Lingfield, but looks opposable over the trip here; tongue-tie on.
5 7th (5) (22/1 +33%) Red Scotch	22 22/1(+33%)	(5) Red Scotch 22/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, sixth of 7 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 33/1) 16 days ago. Visored for 1st time. Hasn't built on a promising debut in six outings since; visor on.
7 8th (7) (33/1 -83%) Outreach	33 33/1(-83%)	(7) Outreach 33/1, C&D winner who again ran below form when seventh of 11 in handicap at this course (8.6f, 22/1) 54 days ago, not clear run. Both wins have been gained over C&D, but he will have to overcome the outside stall.
11 9th (11) (40/1 -60%) Back From Dubai	40 40/1(-60%)	(11) Back From Dubai 40/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. Last of 10 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 7/1) 37 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. 0-9 here and heavy defeats in his last two starts make him hard to warm to.
2 10th (2) (9/1 +0%) Comedian Leader	9 9/1(+0%)	(2) Comedian Leader 9/1, Confirmed return to form when third of 12 in handicap (9/2) at Chelmsford City (7f) 58 days ago, nearest finish. Must enter calculations. 0-9 for this yard, but has finished strongly to be placed in her last two starts.
9 11th (9) (12/1 +40%) Mashaan	12 12/1(+40%)	(9) Mashaan 12/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2022. 14/1, first run since leaving Shaun Lycett when ninth of 14 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW). Off 7 months. Hood on 1st time. 2-37 and has plenty to prove back from another lengthy absence; hood on.
12 12th (12) (40/1 -150%) Lucy Lockett	40 40/1(-150%)	(12) Lucy Lockett 40/1, Ran better than for a while when fifth of 11 in handicap (40/1) at Chelmsford City (7f) 7 days ago, never nearer. Drawn wide and needs plenty more in order to make it tenth-time lucky.

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19:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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

OVERNIGHT OATS took advantage of a tumbling mark when scoring here recently, and he looks capable of shouldering a 5lb penalty to success for his in-form stable. A 2lb rise for a recent Southwell victory doesn't discount Emerald Army and a bold bid for a double is expected, while Comedian Leader arrives on the back of a couple of admirable placed efforts and is noted too.

OVERNIGHT OATS got off the mark for his current yard here last week and is the percentage call to follow up under a 5-lb penalty. Emerald Army and Comedian Leader head up the opposition in that order.

The choice is EMERALD ARMY who is just 2lb higher than when getting off the mark on AW debut at Southwell last month.

19:18 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
8 1st (8) (6/4 +79%) Beale Street	1.5 6/4(+79%)	(8) Beale Street 6/4, Fair maiden. 4/1, creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at this course (7f) 18 days ago. The drop to 6f could be a good move. Seems happiest on AW but improvement required for the return to 6f.
3 2nd (3) (6/1 +40%) Angel Of England	6 6/1(+40%)	(3) Angel Of England 6/1, Only her second outing for this yard when creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at this course (7f, 33/1) 15 days ago. Good front-running effort over 7f here latest; yard going well; not dismissed back at 6f.
6 3rd (6) (33/1 -136%) Dazy Mazy	33 33/1(-136%)	(6) Dazy Mazy 33/1, A dual 6f winner on turf earlier in the year. Bit better than result 4¼ lengths seventh of 11 to Music Society in handicap at Newmarket (6f, heavy) 14 days ago. Latest effort a step back in the right direction; promise on Tapeta; on last winning mark.
12 4th (12) (18/1 -80%) Kats Bob	18 18/1(-80%)	(12) Kats Bob 18/1, C&D winner. Fourth of 7 in C&D handicap 5 days ago. First-time visor replaces cheekpieces. Conditions to suit and on a dangerous mark; change of headgear; market useful.
2 5th (2) (7/1 -8%) Sacred Falls	7 7/1(-8%)	(2) Sacred Falls 7/1, Latest win at Carlisle in May. Creditable second of 7 in C&D handicap 11 days ago. Not taken lightly. Two turf wins to her name and ran well when second over C&D 11 days ago; each-way shout.
11 6th (11) (13/2 +35%) Alpine Sierra	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(11) Alpine Sierra 13/2, Fifteen runs since last win in 2023. 15/2, bit below form sixth of 10 in handicap at this course (1m) 9 days ago. Down in trip. He hasn't run badly over 1m here the last twice; first 6f run on his 40th start.
4 7th (4) (11/1 -47%) Jenni	11 11/1(-47%)	(4) Jenni 11/1, Winner at Ayr in September. 9/2, ninth of 13 in handicap at Ayr (7f, good) 37 days ago. Bounce back needed. Won a 7f handicap at Ayr in September; less good twice since; now drops back in trip.
1 8th (1) (28/1 -12%) Papa Cocktail	28 28/1(-12%)	(1) Papa Cocktail 28/1, 40/1, first run since leaving Stella Barclay when eleventh of 12 in handicap at Southwell (7f) on reappearance 23 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Should strip fitter now. Absent for 488 days before a low-key stable debut three weeks ago; yard relatively quiet.
10 9th (10) (18/1 -414%) Music Society	18 18/1(-414%)	(10) Music Society 18/1, Improved on recent efforts to win 11-runner handicap (12/1) at Newmarket (6f, heavy) 14 days ago. Remains with handicapping scope after a 3 lb rise. Comfortable winner at Newmarket two weeks ago; 3lb higher but down in class; rare AW run.
9 10th (9) (18/1 -80%) Pinjarra	18 18/1(-80%)	(9) Pinjarra 18/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 10/1, seventh of 9 in handicap (10/1) at Southwell (7f) on reappearance 14 days ago. Entitled to come on for the outing. Off for 387 days prior to his recent handicap debut, never threatening; unexposed; 6f a ?.
5 11th (5) (11/1 +8%) Showhound	11 11/1(+8%)	(5) Showhound 11/1, Good second of 13 in handicap at Leicester (6f, heavy, 12/1) last month but down the field at Pontefract since. AW debut. Two good runs on heavy ground this year; encouragement for AW on paper; not out of it.
7 12th (7) (40/1 -60%) Back Before Dark	40 40/1(-60%)	(7) Back Before Dark 40/1, Last of 8 in handicap at Southwell (6f, 20/1) 19 days ago. Needs to get back to the form she showed when second at Redcar prior to that. Inconsistent this year and ran poorly on her AW debut 19 days ago.

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19:18 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

MUSIC SOCIETY has been an absolute credit to his connections and having rolled back the years to gain an eighth career success at Newmarket a fortnight ago, he cannot be ruled out from adding another notch to his tally off just 3lb higher. Sacred Falls and Beale Street are suggested as the two main rivals on this occasion, although any support in the betting for Showhound would also warrant scrutiny.

MUSIC SOCIETY went up only 3 lb for Newmarket and remains with plenty of handicapping scope back on AW. The drop back to sprinting could be a good move for Beale Street who is second choice ahead of Sacred Falls.

The veteran MUSIC SOCIETY won decisively at Newmarket last time and a 3lb rise looks fair. Showhound is feared most.

19:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
9 1st (9) (9/2 +44%) Em Jay Kay	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(9) Em Jay Kay 9/2, Course winner who got back on track when third of 10 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 9/1) 4 days ago, albeit no match for winner. Can make presence felt if turning up in similar form. Infrequent winner but has a fighting chance off current mark.
5 2nd (5) (7/2 +42%) Call Glory	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(5) Call Glory 7/2, Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. Sixth of 9 in handicap (5/2) at this course (5.1f) 26 days ago, merely closing up late. Interesting off a very handy mark with this step back up to 6f a likely plus.
6 3rd (6) (10/1 +29%) Jackson Street	10 10/1(+29%)	(6) Jackson Street 10/1, Fair maiden who finished eleventh of 12 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy, 33/1) 10 days ago. Down in trip. Best form over 7f; drop back to 6f presents a question mark.
3 4th (3) (17/2 -21%) Beyond Equal	8.5 17/2(-21%)	(3) Beyond Equal 17/2, 5/2, ran a typical race when fourth of 8 in handicap at Bath (5.7f, soft) 16 days ago, finding little. Generally consistent this term but is on a very long losing run.
2 5th (2) (7/1 -110%) Willolarupi	7 7/1(-110%)	(2) Willolarupi 7/1, 6/1, career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 12 days ago, helped by being held up in strongly-run race. Remains totally unexposed on all-weather and expected to be bang there again. Took well to AW at Southwell last time and may have more to offer.
1 6th (1) (10/3 +17%) Zu Run	3.333333 10/3(+17%)	(1) Zu Run 10/3, Capitalised on a tumbling mark in emphatic fashion here in October. Ran well on the back of a 4 lb rise when second of 10 in C&D handicap 12 days ago and remains of firm interest. In good form at this track since returning from a layoff; respected.
11 7th (11) (40/1 -100%) Verona Star	40 40/1(-100%)	(11) Verona Star 40/1, Course winner. 20/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Chepstow (8.1f, good). Off 127 days. Down in trip. Drop to 6f looks a negative on return from layoff.
7 8th (7) (11/2 +31%) Bibendum	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(7) Bibendum 11/2, 7/1, creditable third of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 9 days ago. Back up in trip. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. In-form maiden who has possibilities provided he takes well to cheekpieces.
8 9th (8) (28/1 -75%) Prefer The Sister	28 28/1(-75%)	(8) Prefer The Sister 28/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good to firm, 10/1), slowly away. Off 145 days. First run for yard after leaving Jack Jones. Hood back on. Has had a breathing op. Something to prove over this new trip on debut for new yard.
4 10th (4) (50/1 -150%) Legend Of Leros	50 50/1(-150%)	(4) Legend Of Leros 50/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022 and yet to fire for current yard. On a two-year losing spell and needs to raise his game.
10 11th (10) (20/1 +20%) Buraback	20 20/1(+20%)	(10) Buraback 20/1, C&D winner who possibly still needed the run when fifth of 10 in handicap at this course (5.1f, 28/1) 5 days ago. Current mark is workable provided he's back in top form.

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19:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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WILLOLARUPI returned to winning ways at Southwell earlier in the month and the handicapper might have been kind to only put him up 4lb for that victory. Declan Caroll's three-year-old might only need to produce a repeat of that performance in order to record a double. Zu Run followed up his success here two starts ago with a runner-up effort over C&D last time and he should remain competitive, while Beyond Equal also makes some appeal.

WILLOLARUPI ran out of a decisive winner on his first all-weather start at Southwell 12 days ago and looks capable of defying a 4 lb rise in the weights on that evidence. Zu Run isn't ideally drawn but is another who could have more to offer on this surface, with Em Jay Kay completing the shortlist.

Off a very handy mark returned to 6f on his third start for Ian Williams, CALL GLORY looks particularly interesting.

20:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 4) 10f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
2 1st (2) (12/1 -20%) Koy Koy	12 12/1(-20%)	(2) Koy Koy 12/1, Course winner. Eleven runs since last win in 2023. 6/1, creditable fifth of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (1m) 9 days ago. Mark has eased a little more now returned to scene of his last success. 7lb lower than when winning here in September last year and this is his first visit since.
6 3rd (6) (5/1 +23%) King's Code	5 5/1(+23%)	(6) King's Code 5/1, C&D winner who caught the eye having been left poorly placed when fifth at Kempton on penultimate start and best excused his latest sixth of 7 in handicap at Bath (10.2f, heavy) 26 days ago. Intriguing contender back on this surface having eased further in the weights. Dual course winner who is 7lb lower than when last successful; one to be interested in.
3 4th (3) (13/2 +35%) Asgard's Captain	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(3) Asgard's Captain 13/2, C&D winner. 4 wins from 11 runs this year. 9/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at Carlisle (11.2f, good to firm), merely closing up late. Seemingly freshened up with an all-weather campaign in mind and interesting if the market spoke in his favour back from 5 months off. Four wins on Tapeta at start of year; off five months but is proven fresh; shortlisted.
8 5th (8) (14/1 +13%) He's A Gentleman	14 14/1(+13%)	(8) He's A Gentleman 14/1, Course winner. Latest win at Ayr (7.2f) in July. Ninth of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford (1m) 35 days ago. Not the easiest to assess on balance of this season's efforts. Record here since the start of 2023 reads 12122; could go well returned to this venue.
5 6th (5) (17/2 +39%) Son Of Man	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(5) Son Of Man 17/2, Stepped up markedly on his reappearance effort when runner-up over 7f here in June. However, not scaled same heights since, including in 3 starts for this yard, sixth of 8 in handicap at Goodwood (1m, heavy) 34 days ago. Eased markedly in class for tapeta debut. Held in last four starts including three for this yard; enough to prove on AW debut.
9 7th (9) (66/1 -164%) Giselles Defence	66 66/1(-164%)	(9) Giselles Defence 66/1, 3 wins from 11 runs this year. Latest win at Newbury in July. 50/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at Catterick (12.1f, heavy) 18 days ago, always behind. Back down in trip. Makes tapeta debut. Disappointing since winning at Newbury in July and still 5lb higher; Tapeta debut.
11 8th (11) (20/1 -300%) Master Of Combat	20 20/1(-300%)	(11) Master Of Combat 20/1, 4-time course winner who capitalised on falling mark to win 12-runner handicap (8/1) at this course (8.6f) 47 days ago. Equally as effective at this longer trip and he remains with handicapping scope judged on his exploits last winter. Possibilities. Four-time course winner including latest outing; still well treated on previous form.
7 9th (7) (4/1 +20%) War Chant	4 4/1(+20%)	(7) War Chant 4/1, Course winner. 7/2, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 16 days ago, having run of race. Likeable sort but more needed in all likelihood if he's to follow up from 4 lb higher. Has won two of his last three starts; not certain to get his own way but hard to dismiss.
12 10th (12) (28/1 -75%) Life On The Rocks	28 28/1(-75%)	(12) Life On The Rocks 28/1, 4 wins from 15 runs this year. Latest win at Windsor in August. Bit below form sixth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f, 11/2) 8 days ago, weakening final 1f having made the running. Needs a couple of these to falter. Four wins on turf this year but 0-8 on the AW; down the pecking order.
4 11th (4) (11/2 +27%) Timeless Charm	5.5 11/2(+27%)	(4) Timeless Charm 11/2, Bright start to career last winter, successful on debut at Kempton (1m) prior to a good second under a penalty over 8.6f here 12 months ago. Absent since finishing fifth of 8 on handicap at Doncaster (10.2f) in March and she's not one to write off given her low-mileage profile. Held on handicap/turf debut in March, but good form on AW last year; off eight months.
10 12th (10) (18/1 -29%) Golden Sands	18 18/1(-29%)	(10) Golden Sands 18/1, Course winner. Respectable seventh of 14 in handicap (33/1) at Kempton (8f) 45 days ago, doing too much too soon. Steadily coming back down to a workable mark but he'll need to settle better over the longest trip he's faced here. 3-5 here but has not set the world alight since returning from nine months off in June.
1 \|DQ\| (1) (6/1 +40%) Majestic	6 6/1(+40%)	(1) Majestic 6/1, Winless since landing Cambridgeshire in 2022 but plenty of creditable efforts to his name, including when third at Newmarket (10f) this summer. Not seen to best effect having raced near side when midfield in aforementioned race 7 weeks ago. Respected on tapeta debut. This looks a tough task giving weight away to some proven types on AW debut.

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20:00 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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War Chant made every yard of the running to strike by over a length in this grade at Chelmsford on his most recent start, but a 4lb rise might catch him out. With that in mind, the vote goes to TIMELESS CHARM, who failed to fire on her handicap debut at Doncaster in March but she returns to the all-weather and could have more to offer on only her fourth career start. Four-time course winner Master Of Combat is another to consider.

KING'S CODE needs to dispel a lesser effort at Bath on his latest outing, yet he'd previously highlighted he could be ready to strike when fifth at Kempton previously and, lurking on a very handy mark, he could be ready to strike. Recent course winner Master of Combat, Majestic and Timeless Charm are others to bear in mind, as is likeable 4-y-o War Chant.

The vote goes to MASTER OF COMBAT who gained his fourth course success last time. He remains favourably treated on previous form.

20:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 12f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 1st (4) (6/4 +25%) Star Time	1.5 6/4(+25%)	(4) Star Time 6/4, Time Test gelding who improved a little when making it third time lucky in 6-runner maiden at Yarmouth (10.1f, good) in August, leading over 1f out and kept up to work. Respected now handicapping over this longer trip with further progress anticipated. 1m2f maiden win in August and takes on exposed opposition on handicap debut.
1 1st (1) (6/1 +33%) Percy Willis	6 6/1(+33%)	(1) Percy Willis 6/1, C&D winner. Shaped as if needing the run after 4 months off when fourth of 6 in handicap at Newcastle (12.4f, 25/1) 19 days ago. Now below last winning mark and that ought to have blown the cobwebs away. C&D winner; entitled to come on for a recent Newcastle outing after a break.
8 3rd (8) (10/1 +50%) Currumbin	10 10/1(+50%)	(8) Currumbin 10/1, Sixth of 14 in handicap (40/1) at Chelmsford City (8f) 21 days ago. Significantly up in trip. First run for yard after leaving Mike Murphy & Michael Keady. Hood on 1st time. 0-10, mainly around 1m; up markedly in trip for new yard with a hood also added.
2 4th (2) (14/1 +0%) Tortured Soul	14 14/1(+0%)	(2) Tortured Soul 14/1, Real success story on AW for this yard last winter, gaining a sixth career success since December at Kempton (12f) in March. Not fired in trio of starts since returning from a summer break but his mark is easing all the time at least. Well held this autumn but back on a good mark and has a strong AW record; could revive.
3 5th (3) (5/1 0%) Eagle's Realm	5 5/1(0%)	(3) Eagle's Realm 5/1, Course winner. Creditable second of 7 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f, 15/2) 14 days ago, doing well to finish as close as he did following a tardy start. Nudged up 1 lb on the back of that but not discounted re-united with Billy Loughnane (last 2 victories gained under this pilot). Four Tapeta wins last autumn/winter; back-to-form second latest; should go well.
5 6th (5) (5/1 -25%) Destinado	5 5/1(-25%)	(5) Destinado 5/1, Prolific upon joining this yard earlier this year and left some recent poor efforts in his wake when winning 11-runner handicap at Southwell (12.1f) 3 days ago, quickening up well off a steady pace. Backed up quickly in the past so worth a second look under a penalty. Back to form for seventh win of 2024 at Southwell on Wednesday; 5lb penalty.
7 7th (7) (11/1 -57%) Further Measure	11 11/1(-57%)	(7) Further Measure 11/1, C&D winner. Eighteen runs since last win in 2023. 11/4, creditable third of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford (14f) in June, headed final 1f but keeping on. This tougher back from 163 days off. C&D winner; in good form when last seen in early summer; thereabouts if ready to roll.
9 8th (9) (33/1 -65%) Arranmore	33 33/1(-65%)	(9) Arranmore 33/1, Thirty four runs since last win in 2021. Creditable fourth of 12 in handicap (50/1) at Southwell (12.1f) 14 days ago, held when short of room close home. That was a solid enough effort but his losing run tempers enthusiasm back up in class. Fair fourth over this trip latest but losing run is now at 34.

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20:30 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow

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

Destinado bounced back to form when upped to this distance at Southwell on Wednesday and should give another good account despite his 5lb penalty. However, EAGLE'S REALM looks the way to go. The six-year-old produced a fair effort to fill the runner-up spot in this grade at Southwell at the start of the month and looks well placed to go one better. Star Time is one to watch out for too.

Alan King's Yarmouth maiden scorer STAR TIME comes here easily the least exposed and with further progress anticipated now handicapping/at this longer trip, he looks to hold sound claims. Destinado bounced back to form when successful at Southwell on Wednesday and is a danger under a penalty for all consistency isn't his strong suit. Percy Willis is another to consider with a recent run under his belt.

Alan King's STAR TIME (nap) stands out as an unexposed sort in this line-up and he can make a winning handicap debut.

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Tomform Saturday 16th November 2024

Races & Results Saturday 16th November 2024

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11:40 Navan Maiden Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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11:57 Wetherby Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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12:10 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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12:15 Navan Handicap Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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12:27 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 3) 15f Race Class Flow

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12:35 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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12:45 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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12:50 Navan Handicap Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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13:00 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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13:10 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 3) 25f Race Class Flow

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13:20 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 26f Race Class Flow

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13:25 Navan Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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13:35 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 3) 19f Race Class Flow

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13:45 Cheltenham Maiden Chase (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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13:53 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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13:58 Navan Conditions Hurdle 20f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:10 Wetherby Conditions Hurdle (Class 2) 16f Race Class Flow

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14:20 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 20f Race Class Flow

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14:28 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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14:33 Navan Conditions Chase 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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14:45 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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14:55 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f Race Class Flow

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15:03 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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15:08 Navan Maiden Chase 17f Race Speed Rating Flow

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15:15 Newcastle Listed (Class 1) 10f Race Class Flow