11:40 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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Last-time-out winners Storymaker and Granary Queen command respect, despite both going up 2lb for their latest exertions. However, the return to 7f could unlock further improvement from SIXTIES CHIC, who has flourished since switching to the all-weather last month. Still of low mileage, the Jack Channon-trained filly was possibly a bit too keen for her own good here last time out, but looks worth chancing given she may settle better over this longer trip.

LAURA'S BREEZE has taken well to the all-weather, getting off the mark at Wolverhampton in November before being poorly drawn on her last 2 starts. From stall 1 this time around, she can resume her progress to double her tally, with Granary Queen feared most after she returned to winning ways 10 days ago. Storymaker is also respected.

Granary Queen is still well treated but not an obvious one to go back to back and SIXTIES CHIC (nap) may well have her measure.

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11:45 Haydock Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 19f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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With the likes of Chti Balko, Lord Of Cheshire and Whistle Stop Tour all likely to want to make the running, it might pay to side with hold-up performer EL JEFE, who arrives in fine form having recorded a brace of victories at Sedgefield recently. Sacre Pierre has been off the track since March, but he can go well when fresh and is handicapped to do so.

Veteran CHTI BALKO showed he is still no back number when returning to winning ways impressively at Bangor last time and looks weighted to follow up despite being raised 6 lb for that victory. Lord of Cheshire is much less exposed and rates a big threat on the back of his Warwick success. The returning Knowwhentoholdem can also have a say for his new stable.

Three of the recent winners prefer to lead and the likely good pace can suit KNOWWHENTOHOLDEM (nap) on his handicap debut.

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11:55 Newcastle Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

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Now that the penny has dropped for KALOOKI KID after a taking victory over further at Musselburgh last month, there should be much more to come from the son of Gentlewave. Nicky Richards' charge may have a 7lb penalty to overcome, but he is preferred to the likes of Deep Strato and St John's Road, who shaped with promise on debut in a Hexham bumper.

THE KALOOKI KID impressed with the way he went through the race when running out a comfortable winner at this venue last month and is selected to defy a penalty back down in trip. Hurdling-debutant Muzaffar and Paddy O'Mahler can battle it out for minor honours.

Today's drop back from 2m4f may not be ideal but THE KALOOKI KID won in pretty good style at Musselburgh last month and gets the nod.

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12:15 Lingfield Stakes (Class 5) 7f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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Kodiac Thriller sets a reasonable standard and rates as the pick of those with previous experience. However, WALEEFY, who is a half-brother to both the mighty Baaeed and high-class Hukum among others, has a stellar pedigree and is hard to ignore given his illustrious relatives. William Haggas has a solid record with his newcomers and this son of Night Of Thunder is yet another highly appealing youngster to run for the Newmarket maestro. The betting market should be heeded where fellow debutants Hatadora and Turn Up The Heat are concerned.

WALEEFY hails from an outstanding family and is in excellent hands too so this half-brother to the top-class pair of Baaeed and Hukum is taken to go in at the first time of asking. Kodiac Thriller has some fair form to his name and should ensure Willie Haggas' colt doesn't have things all his own way. Other newcomers Turn Up The Heat and Hatadora can't be discounted either.

Recent Kempton nursery runner-up KODIAC THRILLER but strong market confidence for Waleefy would put a diferent slant on things.

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12:20 Haydock Maiden Chase (Class 3) 16f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

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DOYEN STAR failed to make an impact in a Grade 2 at Wincanton on his chasing debut, but a drop in class ought to present Evan Williams' charge with a gilt-edged opportunity. That said, Inedit Star heads the trio on official ratings and he should progress from his recent Wetherby second. Issuing Authority has a bit to find, but any improvement will bring him firmly into the reckoning.

INEDIT STAR looks a winner in waiting over fences judged on the way he jumped and travelled on his first attempt at Wetherby and he might be able to dominate his 2 rivals here.

If INEDIT STAR jumps and travels out in front like he did at Wetherby he should be hard to reel in.

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12:30 Newcastle Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 17f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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An interesting recruit to the James Owen stable, following a taking success at Ludlow earlier in the month, UNCLE ARTHUR may be able to overcome a 7lb rise to notch a third career success. Stablemate Ferrybrige is a key player, along with the capable Prince Nino and Neigh Botha, who has strong claims on his penultimate effort at Sedgefield when third over fences.

In a race devoid of a solid option, FERRYBRIDGE is the suggestion. He is now 11 lb lower in the weights compared to when finishing a respectable fourth on debut for James Owen at Sedgefield in October and the testing conditions were perhaps against him last time. Glory Bridge and Prince Nino may emerge as the main dangers.

Jumping issues have held him back in recent chases but today's return to hurdling may enable NEIGH BOTHA to exploit a career-low mark.

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12:40 Ascot Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 24f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

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Top-weight SCAMALLACH LIATH was a comfortable winner over an extended 3m here last month and a subsequent 6lb rise not be enough to stop him today, on what is just his second start for Harry Derham's yard. Wrappedupinmay steps up in trip for his handicap debut, as does Micro Millions, with the pair both meriting the utmost respect. Zonda could improve for the addition of a first-time tongue-tie, while Top Cloud, a winner on three of his last four starts, is also noted.

An interesting opener, featuring several unexposed sorts. IDEFIX DE CIERGUES promises to be well suited by this step up to 3m and gets the vote to make a successful switch to handicap company. Wrappedupinmay, Top Cloud, who has thrived since switching to Robbie Llewellyn, and Micro Millions head the many dangers.

Most are seriously unexposed but SCAMALLACH LIATH sets a demanding standard with his win over a slightly longer trip here last month.

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12:50 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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FREDS MATE showed battling qualities when he got off the mark in a restricted novice stakes at Newcastle in October and, with the step up trip likely to suit, the son of Gleneagles is open to considerable improvement on his nursery bow. Dunstan showed some ability on the all-weather for his former yard and can also be fancied go well if he adapts to the first-time cheekpieces on his debut run for Barry Brennan. It's Not Risky completes the shortlist.

This can go the way of IT'S NOT RISKY, who ran his best race fitted in more severe headgear when runner-up at Wolverhampton last month and provided the visor is just as effective here, Hugo Palmer's gelding can open his account. Freds Mate took a big step forward from his debut when scoring at Newcastle in October so he can give the selection most to do, ahead of Dunstan, who makes his first start for Barry Brennan.

The twice-raced FREDS MATE found plenty of progress with his Newcastle win and may well be able to strike again on his nursery debut.

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12:55 Haydock Maiden Hurdle (Class 1) 19f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

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Having secured a midfield finish in a Grade 2 bumper at Aintree in April, ALFIE'S PRINCESS has not looked back upon switching to hurdles, winning on both starts. She faces some equally as exciting prospects today, but the daughter of Shirocco can stand her authority in this higher grade. Little Miss Dante completed the hat-trick at Uttoxeter last month and must be feared. Others to note include Pawapuri and El Elefante.

ALFIE'S PRINCESS has a likeable way of going about things and, with further improvement on the cards, she's fancied to take the step up in grade in her stride and maintain her unbeaten record over hurdles. Little Miss Dante and Pawapuri also look promising, and they head the opposition in an interesting event.

Although EL ELEFANTE lost her unbeaten rules record in a Grade 2 last time she wasn't beaten far and can now resume winning ways.

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13:05 Newcastle Handicap Chase (Class 4) 23f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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REGARDE has made quite the start to his career over fences and, following a pair of comfortable successes at Huntingdon, he can bring up the hat-trick with David Bass taking over in the saddle. Snowy Evening could not have won any easier at Doncaster, though a 7lb rise will make life tougher, while Donny Boy is another open to improvement having finished runner-up on two of his last three starts.

SNOWY EVENING took a big step forward when opening his account at Doncaster and a 7 lb rise in the weights doesn't look sufficient to prevent him from following up. Hat-trick seeking Regarde also has better days ahead of him and rates the obvious danger, with William of York appealing as the pick of the rest for minor honours.

Another chance is given to JET LEGS, who did not have the race run to suit when a beaten favourite at Wetherby last time.

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13:15 Ascot Conditions Chase (Class 2) 21f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

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Already a Grade 2 winner over fences, SOLO is presented with a golden opportunity to further enhance his profile and, assuming he finds no issues with returning to this trip, this could prove to be a straightforward task. Straw Fan Jack has something to find based on the official ratings but, as he proved with a respectable second-placed finish here last moth, he is dangerous to underestimate. Nicky Henderson's newcomer, Excello, has experience of fences from his time in France and can only benefit form his first start on these shores.

This step back up in distance will suit SOLO, who didn't do much wrong over a trip short of his best back from a six-month absence in the Haldon Gold Cup and he is hard to oppose. Straw Fan Jack chased home Solo's stablemate Pic d'Orhy over this C&D on his reappearance and looks set to again play second fiddle to a smart Nicholls-trained chaser. French-import Excello will surely win races for his new connections but is probably biting off more than he can chew here.

Opposing SOLO is risky business. He is favoured by the weights and an easy lead that plays to his strengths looks his for the taking.

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13:25 Lingfield Handicap (Class 3) 8f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

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A small field for a contest that may be dominated by TWIRLING as the Crisfords' filly makes her handicap debut carrying top-weight. The winner of two of her three starts at Kempton, she made all the running on her latest outing to come home clear of her rivals and similar tactics may see her follow up. Crystal Casque has won 12 times with five of those on the all-weather, but she needs a career best to win off this mark and Wolverhampton second Measured Moments may prove to be the bigger danger.

Preference is for ROARIN' SUCCESS, who shaped very well indeed back from a three-month break when a close third at Kempton, leaving the strong impression that the return to this trip would be in her favour. Unexposed handicap debutante Twirling is potentially useful and is a much-respected main danger, with the likeable Measured Moments also expected to make her presence felt.

Twirling will likely be popular but an opening mark of 87 is no gimme and it might be worth her taking on with MEASURED MOMENTS.

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13:30 Haydock Handicap Chase (Class 2) 26f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

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Enqarde won this in 2021 off a 1lb higher mark and is back for more after winning on his return at Warwick in November. The nine-year-old is impossible to ignore, but he may have to settle for a place on this occasion. Famous Bridge seems likely to prove popular after winning last time out, but he was only a length in front of CREDO that day, and he meets that rival on 3lb worse terms now. The selection stays even further and a fast-run race, as expected here, could play to his strengths.

FAMOUS BRIDGE didn't look all out when accounting for Credo and Eleanor Bob in a C&D handicap on Betfair Chase day and can continue a step ahead of the handicapper. Bill Baxter wasn't disgraced in the ultra-competitive Coral Gold Cup at Newbury at the beginning of the month and might be the one to give the selection most to do.

Famous Bridge is the obvious starting point but ELEANOR BOB is not without hope of reversing last month's placings over C&D.

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13:40 Newcastle Handicap Chase (Class 3) 20f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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EVERYDAY CHAMPAGNE bounced back to winning ways at Ayr last month on his first start for new connections. The seven-year-old should be able to build on that effort with conditions in his favour once more and just a 5lb rise to contend with. Musselburgh scorer Mint Gold and the consistent Nocte Volatus can give him the most to think about.

A case can be made for a few of these but NOCTE VOLATUS figures on a handy-looking mark and is taken to gain a deserved first success of the season on the back of a wind op. Everyday Champagne hit the ground running for his new yard when scoring at Ayr and is feared most ahead of course-scorer Ladronne.

Topweight NOCTE VOLATUS is 2lb lower than when chasing home a smart rival on his seasonal debut in October and he appeals most.

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13:50 Ascot Handicap Chase (Class 2) 19f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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TRIPLE TRADE has taken his form to a new level this season with a string of consistent performances including a victory at Cheltenham in November. The seven-year-old finished a solid third in a valuable handicap here last time and this appears to be a fine opportunity for him to get back to winning ways. Black Gerry drops in class after being pulled up in the Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham and it would be no surprise to see him return to form. Others to consider include Cap Du Mathan and Harper's Brook.

It was a strong handicap in which CAP DU MATHAN was an encouraging fourth to Boothill on his reappearance at this course last month and, with that run under his belt and reunited with Harry Cobden, he is appealing off this 2 lb lower mark. Triple Trade also performed well behind Boothill in a similarly valuable handicap here last time and looks a big threat, while Shan Blue is dangerous to discount having slipped to a potentially handy mark, for all that he has a fair bit to prove at present.

In-form TRIPLE TRADE is a solid contender back here although Black Gerry is likely to come on plenty for his recent reappearance.

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14:00 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

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With little recent winning form to work with, this may be best left to COME ON GIRL, four times a course and distance winner and all off higher marks than she suffers here. Admittedly, she was a well-beaten 10th at Thirsk when last seen in May, but she returns from a break and may do better for it. Essme was only beaten a length here off the same mark last month which makes her a very serious danger to all, while Desert Boots has been given a chance by the handicapper to bounce back.

ESSME has returned to form on her last 2 starts having had a breathing operation, headed only close home when third at this C&D last time, so she looks ready to get back to winning ways. The main danger could be Sassy Redhead, who ran well when runner-up at Chelmsford on Thursday, with Come On Girl completing the shortlist.

In a trappy race DESERT BOOTS is fancied to make a winning debut for his new yard. Perfect Focus could prove the main danger.

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14:05 Haydock Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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The early betting suggests this is wide-open, but with the Donald McCain yard in among the winners, GOOBINATOR could go well. Last seen winning on the Flat at Catterick in late-October, the returns to hurdles doesn't appear likely to stop him from progressing further. Stable companion Word Has It won at Fontwell last month and only has 1lb more from the handicapper now which makes him a serious rival, along with Risk D'Argent, who looks booked for yet another place over the smaller obstacles. Jagwar was narrowly denied when second on his UK debut at Aintree in October and should go well again.

BOIS GUILLBERT remains capable of better and can resume winning ways back in a handicap. Goobinator is well treated on his best hurdles form and a Flat success at Catterick in the autumn suggests he retains all his ability so he's second choice ahead of Risk d'Argent. Jagwar could also have a big say if turning up here rather than Ascot on Friday.

The pick is BOIS GUILLBERT, who is 3-5 over hurdles and faded out of contention in only the closing stages of a good race last time.

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14:15 Newcastle Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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Following a solid runner-up effort at the same track last month, EDEN MILL could not have done it any easier at Kelso last time out and he can follow up despite a 7lb rise for that success. The son of Leading Light gets the vote ahead of the unexposed handicap debutant Montregard and North Parade, who was a determined winner on heavy ground over C&D recently.

While he's up against some race-fit, in-form rivals, MONTREGARD is completely unexposed and possesses the potential to go on to prove himself a good deal better than his opening mark would imply. Eden Mill did the job well at Kelso last time and is second choice, albeit only marginally as Millie of Mayo and North Parade are also appealing for forecast purposes.

The most interesting runner is unexposed 4yo MONTREGARD (nap), who was not fully extended when winning a Warwick maiden in the spring.

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14:25 Ascot Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 24f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

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A fascinating battle between Champ, who goes well fresh, three-time winner Paisley Park and the up-and-coming youngsters looking to take over at the top. West Balboa fits the latter category at the age of seven and has won four of her six starts over hurdles making her a serious contender, but a chance is taken on BLUEKING D'OROUX. Unbeaten this season over shorter, Paul Nicholls steps him up to 3m for the first time, and he could yet surprise them all if staying the distance.

The staying hurdle ranks are pretty threadbare at the moment but if there's an up-and-comer it could be in the shape of CRAMBO, who caught the eye with his fast-finishing third in a big-field handicap at Haydock 4 weeks ago and, with the services of experienced pilot Johnny Burke enlisted, Fergal O'Brien's 6-y-o can make it third time lucky dining at the top table. Veterans Paisley Park (bidding for a fourth success in this), Dashel Drasher and the returning Champ head up the opposition.

An intriguing clash of the generations. PAISLEY PARK bids for a fourth win in this race and his warm-up run was highly encouraging.

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14:35 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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Narrowly denied over further at Chelmsford last time out, KESSAAR POWER must hold every chance dropping in trip, and he can end a losing streak dating back to April for previous connections. A winner over C&D on his penultimate start, Darlo Pride must be thereabouts along with Masterclass, who has been running with plenty of credit of late, and One Night Stand.

DARLO PRIDE has developed into a most likeable sort this winter, and having been unlucky not to get closer to landing the hat-trick last time, he's fancied to regain the winning thread. Masterclass is better judged on his Chelmsford victory rather than when meeting trouble there last time and he can pose the biggest threat, with One Night Stand attractively handicapped after a more encouraging effort last time.

There has been more promise from ONE NIGHT STAND of late and he may be ready to end his losing streak.

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14:40 Haydock Handicap Chase (Class 3) 16f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

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Backers of REAL STONE never had a moment of worry as the eight-year-old romped home over C&D last month and he is difficult to oppose, despite a subsequent 8lb hike in the ratings. Bythesametoken finished second to a rival at Down Royal that went on to hit the frame in a Listed contest next time so he appeals as the most likely threat. Netywell can chase the pair home ahead of Rose Sea Has.

This looks to revolve around the lightly-raced REAL STONE, who gained a bloodless success over C&D 4 weeks ago and Dan Skelton's charge is likely capable of better still. Irish-raider Bythesametoken and Netywell can chase him home in that order.

The race that REAL STONE won here last time rather fell to bits but he looked on really good terms with himself.

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14:50 Newcastle Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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Runner-up on three of his last four starts, including twice over C&D, SIX ONE NINE sets the standard and can deservedly regain the winning thread for the first time since February 2022. The Venetia Williams yard can do little wrong at present and Jolly Nellerie must enter calculations on his chase debut, likewise Gandhi Maker, who won here in January.

This looks pretty trappy and the percentage call is to side with UNIT SIXTYFOUR, who didn't do much wrong switched to fences last season prior to misfiring on his latest start during the spring. Given his otherwise solid record in this sphere, that can probably be put down to a 'bad day in the office'. Jolly Nellerie is of interest now tackling fences and he is feared most ahead of C&D winners Gandhi Maker and Six One Nine.

A winning chase debut is not out of the question for JOLLY NELLERIE who didn't run at all badly over hurdles on his reappearance.

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15:00 Ascot Handicap Chase (Class 1) 24f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

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Victtorino returned from a break to score on his first attempt over fences in the UK when taking a valuable prize over C&D last month, and he commands plenty of respect off a 4lb higher mark. Blackjack Magic is firmly on the upgrade and arrives following a career-best effort in the Badger Beer at Wincanton, while Git Maker's Lingfield success gives him every chance of being in the mix. However, Gavin Cromwell saddles two live chances with Yeah Man, a faller here last month, and HASCOEUR CLERMONT, who gets the vote based on his Cheltenham victory. The form received a boost with the runner-up landing the Becher Chase and the use of Conor Stone-Walsh's 5lb claim further enhances his credentials.

Plenty with chances but there was a lot to like about the reappearance Wincanton success of BLACKJACK MAGIC so Anthony Honeyball's upwardly-mobile chaser is taken to emerge on top of the pack. Gavin Cromwell's Yeah Man is feared most having looked sure to go close when coming down at the final fence over C&D last time. Victtorino, who emerged on top that day, must also enter calculations. Git Maker, Make Me A Believer and Hascoeur Clermont also need factoring into this cracking handicap.

The rematch between November's C&D principals Victtorino and Yeah Man is a key element, while GIT MAKER (nap) is upped in class.

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15:10 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

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MR TRICK deservedly regained the winning thread at Chelmsford recently after some strong efforts in defeat, and he can follow up with the rise in distance expected to suit. Similar comments may apply to The Conqueror, who may benefit from his rider's 7lb allowance, while Fravanco is another to consider. Placed on three of his last six starts here, Where's Tom cannot be ruled out either.

MR TRICK built on a pair of sound placed efforts to score at Chelmsford last week and should prove up to defying a 2 lb higher mark from an advantageous high draw. The Conqueror is holding his form reasonably well at present and is also shortlisted, with Where's Tom also considered back in the code where he possesses a more solid record.

Top of the list is MR TRICK, who finished well when scoring at Chelmsford and is a big player again on his step up to this trip.

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15:15 Haydock Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 24f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

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J'AI FROID was able to take advantage of a declining handicap mark when winning at Leicester last month, and he might be worth siding with once again from just 2lb higher. Storm Nelson was pulled up in a typically warm Pertemps Qualifier at Aintree on his seasonal return but must be respected now dropped in class, along with Our Sam, who arrives in search of a four-timer.

BALLYMAGROARTY BOY can boast a course win and looks the way to go on the back of his stylish recent Ffos Las success. Our Sam is enjoying a fine season and rates a big threat however, with Leicester-scorer J'Ai Froid also in the picture.

If heavy ground is a problem for Our Sam, the ones most likely to profit are NICEANDEASY and Ballymagroarty Boy.

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15:25 Newcastle NH Flat Race (Class 5) 14f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

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OPERA KING showed up well for a long way on his debut at Doncaster before finishing a tad one-paced, but, with improvement expected, he can get off the mark for his in-form connections. Talented filly She's Notjoeking has a 7lb penalty to overcome for scoring over C&D on debut, while Authorized Mission and Kabuki look to be the pick of the newcomers.

OPERA KING showed plenty by the finish on his Doncaster debut and can build on that promise and see off last month's C&D scorer She's Notjoeking. Kabuki, Authorized Mission and Sycamore Gap are newcomers to note in the betting.

Kabuki appeals most of the newcomers but the standout contenders are SHE'S NOTJOEKING and Opera King.

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15:35 Ascot Handicap Hurdle (Class 1) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

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The Greatwood Hurdle winner, IBERICO LORD, has been highly progressive since he joined the Nicky Henderson yard and is difficult to oppose, despite going up 8lb for last month's Cheltenham success. Luccia (third), Nemean Lion (fifth) and Onlyamatteroftime (ran out) all renew rivalries from that race and can make this a good test on the revised terms. However, the selection's stablemate Impose Toi has answered every question asked of him lately and may well emerge as the biggest threat to his travel companion. Altobelli and Hansard deepen the level of competition.

Several progressive sorts in a good-quality renewal. ALTOBELLI impressed with the way he travelled into contention when second on his C&D reappearance and is taken to build on that promise and fend off progressive J P McManus/Nicky Henderson pair Iberico Lord and Impose Toi.

This is a terrifically strong field but the Greatwood winner IBERICO LORD gets the vote ahead of Hansard.

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This is the 16:15 Kempton race from the video above backed at 28/1 earlier in the day.

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About U.K Horse Racing

Horse racing is a popular and historic sport in the UK, with a tradition dating back centuries. It is a multi-billion pound industry that attracts millions of spectators each year and generates significant economic activity.

There are two main types of horse racing in the UK: flat racing and jump racing. Flat racing is run on a level course and is typically shorter in distance, while jump racing involves horses jumping over obstacles and is generally longer in distance. Both types of racing are popular with spectators and bettors, and they take place at various racetracks throughout the country.

The most famous horse racing event in the UK is the Grand National, which is held annually at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool. It is a jump racing event that is known for its challenging course and has become a national institution in the UK. Other notable horse racing events in the UK include the Derby, held at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey, and the Royal Ascot, held at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.

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

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

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