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There are 44 Races Today across 6 meetings. There are 8 races at Wincanton, 8 races at Gowran Park, 7 races at Lingfield, 7 races at Haydock, 7 races at Ascot, 7 races at Newcastle, use Tomform to help you find a winner.

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12:35 Wincanton (Class 5) 21f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (5/2 -54%) Eton Mes	2.5 5/2(-54%)	(3) Eton Mes 5/2, Landed a handicap by a length off a 5lb lower mark at Uttoxeter last time. Effective from 2m to 2m4f on soft and good to soft; progressing and, although not straightforward, could stay ahead of his mark. Won at 3-1 on handicap debut at Uttoxeter and he's open to more progress; key player.
2	1 2nd (1) (11/8 +8%) At The Oche	1.375 11/8(+8%)	(1) At The Oche 11/8, Ran to form when beaten a length off a 1lb lower mark at Leicester last time, handling the testing ground well. Effective at 2m and acts on any surface; in form and may get slightly further. Not fully exposed and should go close. Second on heavy at Leicester latest and he still has potential; respected at this new trip.
3	7 3rd (7) (10/1 +50%) Charlies Jetaway	10 10/1(+50%)	(7) Charlies Jetaway 10/1, Outpaced and never threatened on his final qualifying run when down the field in a maiden hurdle at Taunton most recently. Acts on good ground; a longer trip is a plus now handicapping, but he has plenty to find. Unexposed 5yo but he needs improvement back up in trip on handicap debut.
4	5 4th (5) (18/1 -50%) Thankyouandplease	18 18/1(-50%)	(5) Thankyouandplease 18/1, Scored by 2 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Leicester in December. Effective at 2m and acts on any ground; a return to hurdling is a plus, although stamina remains to be proven. Tailed off at Wincanton in his last two runs and needs a major revival back over hurdles.
5th	6 5th (6) (14/1 +13%) Moonlight Artist	14 14/1(+13%)	(6) Moonlight Artist 14/1, Well held by exposed rivals when well beaten in a handicap chase at Exeter latest. Off a short break; effective at 3m and acts on good ground, but inconsistent at this lowly level. Tailed off over fences last time and he comes with risks attached back over hurdles.
6th	4 6th (4) (10/1 +38%) Looking For Larry	10 10/1(+38%)	(4) Looking For Larry 10/1, Returned to form on better ground when beaten 7l in a handicap hurdle at Exeter last time, back from a break. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m and suited by good ground; inconsistent but could come on for that run. Quirky sort but he's on a workable mark and is hard to rule out in suitable conditions.
7th	2 7th (2) (5/1 +33%) Star Of Diamonds	5 5/1(+33%)	(2) Star Of Diamonds 5/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Chepstow latest. Effective at 3m and acts on soft and good to soft, didn't take to chasing and plenty to prove back in this discipline. Irish point winner but he's 0-6 under rules and was pulled in a chase handicap last time.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

ETON MES, At The Oche and Star Of Diamonds share the burden of top weight and are the trio to focus on. The latter stopped quickly after a mistake late on at Chepstow most recently but might do better dropping in class and back over hurdles. At The Oche has been consistent in this sphere and should progress now he steps up in trip. However, ETON MES has the more proven stamina and shades preference with a 5lb rise for winning at Uttoxeter readily manageable.

Top of the list is the lightly raced 5yo ETON MES (nap), who started his handicap career with a win at Uttoxeter last month.

12:35 Wincanton (Class 5) 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:45 Gowran Park 16f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	2 1st (2) (8/13 +15%) Madness D'elle	0.615385 8/13(+15%)	(2) Madness D'elle 8/13, Yard won this race last year; improved on his Irish debut and did plenty early when second, beaten 2 1/4l, in a graduation hurdle at Punchestown latest; effective at 2m on soft to heavy and has more to come, holding a strong chance here. Fair third in sole French start; failed to justify short odds last time; likely to improve.
2	3 2nd (3) (4/1 +43%) Manoir De Mirande	4 4/1(+43%)	(3) Manoir De Mirande 4/1, Didn't get home and finished down the field, below his debut level, in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown most recently; trainer is in form; effective at 2m and the form of his French bumper win has been franked, but he needs to bounce back. Fell at the last when leading on Irish debut; ground possibly too quick latest; chance.
3	1 3rd (1) (7/2 -56%) Arouet	3.5 7/2(-56%)	(1) Arouet 7/2, Suited by the step up in trip and improved again up in grade when second, beaten 2 1/4l, in the King George V Cup (Listed) at Leopardstown latest; effective up to 12f on the Flat and, returning from a long layoff, brings plenty of potential to hurdles. 101-rated on Flat after 3 runs inc' 2nd in a Listed contest; talented but stamina concerns.
4	6 4th (6) (40/1 +50%) Tea Biscuit	40 40/1(+50%)	(6) Tea Biscuit 40/1, 10,000 euros Order Of St George gelding; first foal of an unraced mare who is a half-sister to useful bumper/hurdle/chase winner Ericht; hard to fancy on debut. Dam unraced half-sister to useful bumper and hurdle/chase winner Ericht; best watched.
5th	7 5th (7) (18/1 -50%) Whats New	18 18/1(-50%)	(7) Whats New 18/1, Ran to form, albeit comfortably held, in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse last time; returning from a break; effective at 2m and acts with cut; unlucky to remain a maiden over hurdles but looks vulnerable in this company. Flat winner has been given a break since some eventful runs over hurdles; he has ability.
6th	10 6th (10) (150/1 -355%) Rebel Queen	150 150/1(-355%)	(10) Rebel Queen 150/1, Order Of St George filly; half-sister to Donnie Devito, a hurdles winner up to 2m5f; others appeal more on debut. Half-sister to hurdle winner Donnie Devito; dam well beaten in bumpers; best watched.
7th	5 7th (5) (125/1 +0%) Ocean Murphy	125 125/1(+0%)	(5) Ocean Murphy 125/1, Improved last time, making late gains but still comfortably held in a juvenile hurdle at Cork; usually held up and returning from a short break; effective at 2m1f with cut and may need more experience before being seen to better effect in handicaps. Best of three academy hurdle runs came last time when a 27l fifth; unlikely.
8th	9 8th (9) (33/1 +0%) Youknowthecode	33 33/1(+0%)	(9) Youknowthecode 33/1, Getaway gelding; half-brother to three winners, including Needs Must who was useful at around 2m4f; top trainer is in form and he is worth a market check on debut. Half-brother to three winners but Kennedy prefers Manoir De Mirande.
9th	8 9th (8) (100/1 -25%) Wolfpack	100 100/1(-25%)	(8) Wolfpack 100/1, Again ran to a moderate level when finishing down the field in a graduation hurdle at Punchestown most recently; trainer is in form but he may need more time and a switch to handicaps to be competitive. Flat winner has run moderately in two starts over hurdles; looks stable third string.
10th	4 10th (4) (300/1 -50%) Nile Star	300 300/1(-50%)	(4) Nile Star 300/1, No-show from off the pace when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle at Naas most recently; has yet to show anything of note and may require more time to make an impact. Tailed off in opening runs at triple-figure odds; impossible to fancy.

LTO Selection:

Third at Auteuil last May, MADNESS D'ELLE was turned over at a short price on his Irish debut at Punchestown but should gain compensation now. The selection should be sharper for the run and can put his experience to good use. Rated 101 on the Flat, Arouet is a fascinating runner but heavy ground will be something new for him on his hurdling debut. Manoir De Mirande was in front when falling at the last at Cork but has disappointed since.

Both Madness D'elle and Arouet are very interesting, but a chance is taken that MANOIR DE MIRANDE can cause a small upset

12:45 Gowran Park 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:50 Lingfield (Class 5) 12f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (25/1 -127%) Sea Of Charm	25 25/1(-127%)	(7) Sea Of Charm 25/1, Below form in her bid for a hat-trick when comfortably held in a handicap at Brighton last time; had been in good form prior; might need this run. Three turf wins last year; absent since August and she'll need to be at her best on return.
2	8 2nd (8) (25/1 -56%) Imperial Decision	25 25/1(-56%)	(8) Imperial Decision 25/1, Didn't stay upped in trip well beaten in a novice at Kempton latest; trainer in form; effective at 10f on AW; type to do better now handicapping. Seemed to run well here last month (1m2f) but not obviously well treated now handicapping.
3	6 3rd (6) (4/1 +33%) Voix De Bocelli	4 4/1(+33%)	(6) Voix De Bocelli 4/1, Ran to form when beaten 2l off this mark here last time; effective over 10-12f; capable from the same mark. Three solid efforts since returned to AW; conditions fine & top amateur booked; contender.
4	4 4th (4) (5/1 -186%) Shahbaz	5 5/1(-186%)	(4) Shahbaz 5/1, Back to best when beaten a length off a 1lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; usually held up; effective over 10-12f; on a good mark if building on that latest effort. Bumped into an in-form rival when heavily backed 12 days ago; remains of interest.
5th	2 5th (2) (11/1 +31%) Roland Garros	11 11/1(+31%)	(2) Roland Garros 11/1, No-show from off the pace when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Southwell latest; cheekpieces on for the first time and off a short break; effective over 10-12f; bit to prove back on the Flat. Went close off this mark in September (for today's rider); wind op since latest; e-w shout.
6th	1 6th (1) (25/1 -25%) Johnny Boom	25 25/1(-25%)	(1) Johnny Boom 25/1, Just about to form back on the Flat when beaten 5l in a handicap at Kempton last time; effective over 10-12f; remains 4lb above his last winning mark. Leicester win last October was for this rider; should be staying on if they go hard early.
7th	3 7th (3) (2/1 +67%) Kathleen Mary	2 2/1(+67%)	(3) Kathleen Mary 2/1, Again below form and perhaps did not stay when beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Kempton last time; off a short break; effective up to 10f; needs more. Hasn't progressed in handicaps but down in weights and Simon Walker booked; can't dismiss.
8th	5 8th (5) (4/1 +33%) Bownder	4 4/1(+33%)	(5) Bownder 4/1, Ran to form when third, beaten 2 1/2l off 67 last time and 1lb lower here; effective over 8-11f; can remain competitive. 1m2f course win in December; solid runs in defeat since; big run on the cards.
9th	9 9th (9) (12/1 -100%) Man Is King	12 12/1(-100%)	(9) Man Is King 12/1, Good attitude to get off the mark at the 42nd attempt dropped in grade when winning a classified race at Chelmsford by 1/2l last time; effective 8-11f, acts on G and AW; penalty asks more back up in trip returning to a handicap. Gambled on when making a winning stable debut on Sunday; this is tougher and 1m4f a query.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Man Is King is expected to give it a good go under a penalty for winning at Chelmsford last Sunday, but it was only a classified stakes race and the quick turnaround might just catch him out. With that in mind, SHAHBAZ looks the safe play on the evidence of his close second at Wolverhampton last time in handicap company. Bownder is noted too.

Shahbaz is feared following a recent near miss but BOWNDER has been in good order this winter and can gain a second course win.

12:50 Lingfield (Class 5) 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:55 Haydock (Class 2) 15f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (7/4 -17%) Manlaga	1.75 7/4(-17%)	(5) Manlaga 7/4, Travelled well but was unable to wear down a race-fit rival who led all the way when second, beaten 3/4l, in a Listed Fillies' Juvenile Hurdle at Doncaster latest. Trainer in form; effective at 1m7f–2m1f on heavy and soft; brings further potential. Shaped well after ten months off when second in Doncaster Listed event; very good claims.
2	3 2nd (3) (13/8 +59%) Pourquoi Pas Papa	1.625 13/8(+59%)	(3) Pourquoi Pas Papa 13/8, Yard has won four of the last 10 runnings of this race; improved to get off the mark with plenty in hand when winning a maiden hurdle at Wincanton by 7l last time. Effective around 2m, acts with cut; worth a shot at this level. Advanced form with emphatic Wincanton success latest; more to offer so enters calculations.
3	2 3rd (2) (15/2 -150%) The Mighty Celt	7.5 15/2(-150%)	(2) The Mighty Celt 15/2, Bit below form when upped in grade and well beaten in a Grade 1 hurdle at Auteuil latest. Hood fitted for the first time; returning from a layoff; effective over 2m–2m2f with cut and has undergone a wind operation ahead of his stable debut. Useful ex-French winning hurdler; interesting prospect for top yard on back of wind op.
4	4 4th (4) (18/1 -80%) Love Sonnet	18 18/1(-80%)	(4) Love Sonnet 18/1, Improved when winning a juvenile hurdle at Newbury by 8l last time and returns from a short break. Effective at 2m and acts on soft and good ground; progressive, but this represents a much tougher assignment. Made it 2-3 over hurdles at Newbury; this demands more but she shouldn't be underestimated.
5th	1 5th (1) (5/1 +0%) Macktoad	5 5/1(+0%)	(1) Macktoad 5/1, Jumped abysmally and was well held up in class when fourth, beaten 37l, in the Grade 2 Finale Juvenile Hurdle at Chepstow latest. Cheekpieces are fitted for the first time; effective at 2m and acts on soft; could bounce back in the headgear. Easily scored at Sandown then only fourth in Finale at Chepstow; remains of interest.
6th	7 6th (7) (20/1 +20%) Whatsgoingonmarvin	20 20/1(+20%)	(7) Whatsgoingonmarvin 20/1, Improved on a moderate debut when second, beaten 1 1/2l, in a maiden hurdle at Catterick latest. Effective at 2m on soft ground; hard to fancy at this level. Clear second in Catterick juvenile latest; open to progress but this demands a lot more.
6	6 \|F\| (6) (50/1 -79%) Try Them	50 50/1(-79%)	(6) Try Them 50/1, Bit keen and green under pressure, not knocked about and showed promise on debut when well beaten in a juvenile hurdle at Leopardstown on his only start. Effective at 2m2f on good to yielding; should improve for the experience, but this is tough. Encouraging debut sixth at Leopardstown in December; faces a tall order here though.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Macktoad beat Pourquoi Pas Papa at Sandown prior to proving a very disappointing odds-on favourite in a Grade 2 at Chepstow. Some may forgive that effort and give him another chance, but MANLAGA might get the better of him. Nicky Henderson's filly shaped with lots of promise when just touched off in a Listed contest at Doncaster last month. With any amount of improvement to come, she can take a step forward to score.

The vote goes to MANLAGA who made a promising start for Nicky Henderson when runner-up in a Doncaster Listed event and can go one better

12:55 Haydock (Class 2) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:05 Wincanton (Class 1) 15f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (10/3 -90%) Queens Gamble	3.333333 10/3(-90%)	(5) Queens Gamble 10/3, Hampered early but ran to form when 6 1/2l third in a handicap chase at Musselburgh on her most recent run; trainer in form; effective over 2m-2m4f and consistent. More to come over fences judged on useful hurdles form but conditions a worry here. Dual Listed winner (bumper/hurdle) who is unexposed over fences and has claims back at 2m.
2	1 2nd (1) (1/3 +50%) Bluey	0.333333 1/3(+50%)	(1) Bluey 1/3, Rallied gamely and was well treated back in a handicap when running to form, benefiting from a step up in trip and a wind op, winning a handicap chase at Windsor by a length last time; effective over 2-2 1/4m and in good form over fences. This weak race for the level and he should be thereabouts. Tough front-runner who is 2-4 over fences and sets a clear standard here; strong claims.
3	6 3rd (6) (22/1 +12%) Sunday Soldier	22 22/1(+12%)	(6) Sunday Soldier 22/1, Ran to form when beaten 7l in a handicap hurdle at Lingfield last time; effective at around 2 1/2m; flattered by Listed form but running ok over hurdles. Five-time hurdle winner but she's 0-4 over fences and this is a tough task on the figures.
4	2 4th (2) (25/1 -25%) Followango	25 25/1(-25%)	(2) Followango 25/1, Back to form down in grade and trip, appreciating a stiff test when winning a handicap chase at Ffos Las by 3/4l last time; effective over 2m4f-3m1f and consistent in Class 4 and below but out of depth here. Won at Ffos Las last time but that was a minor handicap and this is a tough task.
5th	4 5th (4) (28/1 -75%) Presenting A Queen	28 28/1(-75%)	(4) Presenting A Queen 28/1, Outclassed but ran to form when fourth, beaten 21l in the Alder Demain & Akers Mares' Chase (Listed) at Newbury latest; visor first time; effective over 3m, on a good mark but needs to prove all ability remains after a lay-off. Well held in a Listed race at Newbury last time and this is another tough task back at 2m.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

BLUEY was convincing when she won gamely at Windsor last month and with that being her first start since having a wind operation, it would be no surprise to see her kick on and take this step up in class in her stride. Followango was a well-held sixth in that race and has something to prove, despite successfully stepping up in trip at Ffos Las. As a result, Queens Gamble, who is already a winner at this level and dropping back down in trip, can emerge as a bigger danger.

Top of the list is BLUEY, who is 2-4 over fences and sets the standard on her game win at Windsor last month.

13:05 Wincanton (Class 1) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:15 Ascot (Class 2) 19f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (13/8 +13%) Mondoui'boy	1.625 13/8(+13%)	(3) Mondoui'boy 13/8, Very promising debut when winning a maiden hurdle at Ludlow by 4 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m-2m5f and acts on heavy and good to soft; bumper form is strong and there is much more to come over hurdles. Justified favouritism in clearcut style at Ludlow on stable/hurdles debut; respected.
2	6 2nd (6) (28/1 -180%) Kildinan Prince	28 28/1(-180%)	(6) Kildinan Prince 28/1, Very promising debut when runner-up, beaten a head, in a maiden hurdle at Tipperary on his only start. Returning from a long layoff; effective at 3m and acts on good; Irish debut form has been franked but he may just need this on stable debut. Went close in sole Irish start; half-brother to a five-time winner for his new yard.
3	2 3rd (2) (11/2 +0%) Catchintsavo	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(2) Catchintsavo 11/2, Improved a little when just holding on by a neck in a maiden hurdle at Ludlow over the longer trip last time. Effective at 2m2f-2m5f and suited by decent ground; bumper form is strong and he is progressing over hurdles. Justified favouritism at Ludlow last time; may build on that win and progress further.
4	1 4th (1) (5/1 -67%) Etna Bianco	5 5/1(-67%)	(1) Etna Bianco 5/1, Yard won this last year; comfortably held in the Challow Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1) at Newbury last time, having been in good form prior. Tongue-tie fitted for the first time; a 3m point winner, effective at 2 1/2m under rules; needs a drop in class and may get further in time but course winner isn't ruled out if getting a stiff test. Came up short in the Challow but enters calculations back down in class; course winner.
5th	5 5th (5) (100/1 -203%) Coumeenoole	100 100/1(-203%)	(5) Coumeenoole 100/1, Outpaced and looked in need of a stiffer test when down the field in a novice hurdle at Kempton on his most recent start. Effective at 2 1/2m-3m and suited by decent ground; can do better for his new yard when stepped up to 3m. Made the frame several times in Ireland; couple of lesser efforts for new stable.
4	4 \|U\| (4) (9/2 -29%) Starzand	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(4) Starzand 9/2, Possibly challenged a bit early when 13l third in a novice hurdle at Leicester on his most recent run, back up in trip. Effective at 2m-2m4f and acts on soft and good; more to come over hurdles in handicaps but a threat in this. Got tired on heavy ground last time; progressive otherwise; leading chance on ratings.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Kildinan Prince was just touched off on his hurdling debut at Tipperary last May and has subsequently joined Emma Lavelle. He is one to watch in the market, but the vote goes to ETNA BIANCO. Joe Tizzard's point winner struck at this venue prior to finding the Challow too much of an ask at Newbury over Christmas. This looks a lot easier and he can get back to winning ways. Mondoui'boy cannot be ruled out either.

Quite a tight race on bare figures but MONDOUI'BOY may be open to the greatest further progress. Etna Bianco is second pick.

13:15 Ascot (Class 2) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:20 Gowran Park (Class 1) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (11/10 +32%) Storm Heart	1.1 11/10(+32%)	(6) Storm Heart 11/10, The yard won this race last year. Ran to form up in trip when winning a Conditions Hurdle at Limerick by 6l last time; top jockey back on board and effective at 2m-2m4f on soft or heavy ground, with more to come. Down in trip after a good win in a steadily run 2m4f event, can prove equal to the task.
2	7 2nd (7) (8/1 -45%) Workahead	8 8/1(-45%)	(7) Workahead 8/1, Had every chance and needed the run when fourth, beaten 14l, in the Limestone Lad Hurdle (Grade 3) at Naas on his latest start. Effective at 2m, maiden form franked and there could be more to come this term. Should be better for a Naas run that saw him take fourth, 6 1/2l behind Farren Glory then.
3	2 3rd (2) (8/1 -33%) Farren Glory	8 8/1(-33%)	(2) Farren Glory 8/1, The yard has won 2 of the last 5 runnings of this race. Had every chance and needed the run when beaten 7 1/2l into third in the Limestone Lad Hurdle (Grade 3) at Naas most recently; trainer in form and generally consistent over hurdles and fences. Third over 2m at Naas last month gives him an edge over Workahead and Kel Histoire.
4	3 4th (3) (6/4 +33%) Kawaboomga	1.5 6/4(+33%)	(3) Kawaboomga 6/4, The yard won this race last year. Improved to get off the mark in strong form when winning a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse by 1 1/2l last time; effective at 2m with cut and back from over 12 months off but retains significant potential. Started last season's campaign well, won over 2m but was reportedly set to tackle further.
5th	4 5th (4) (20/1 -67%) Kel Histoire	20 20/1(-67%)	(4) Kel Histoire 20/1, The yard won this race last year. Had every chance and needed the run when comfortably held in the Limestone Lad Hurdle (Grade 3) at Naas last time; effective at 2m with cut and unexposed, and should come on for that latest outing. Faded from two out at Naas when behind Farren Glory and Workahead, stable outsider here.
6th	8 6th (8) (40/1 -60%) Yeah Man	40 40/1(-60%)	(8) Yeah Man 40/1, Pulled up in the Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) here on his latest start. Effective over 3m+ and suited by some cut in the ground; goes well at Haydock but may lack the speed for this back over hurdles. Useful staying chaser, much less effective as a hurdler, looks out of place in a 2m race..
7th	5 7th (5) (150/1 -355%) Lisnagar Fortune	150 150/1(-355%)	(5) Lisnagar Fortune 150/1, Was a bit keen and made mistakes, finishing a long way below form under a switch to positive tactics when well beaten in a handicap chase at Punchestown on his latest start. Returning from a long layoff and has plenty to prove back over hurdles. Ex-Willie Mullins, bumper and maiden hurdle winner, set a stiff now by his new trainer.

LTO Selection:

A smart juvenile hurdler two years ago, STORM HEART clearly hasn't been the easiest to train since then but has the ability to gain a first win in graded company. The six-year-old looked a bit rusty when winning a small-field contest at Limerick over Christmas. He's likely to come forward from that and dropping back from 2m4f shouldn't be a problem on ground he handles well. Stablemate Kawaboonga's maiden form couldn't read much better but he hasn't been seen for over a year, while Workahead is next best.

Former smart juvenile hurdler STORM HEART won well at Limerick and can continue to make up for lost time

13:20 Gowran Park (Class 1) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:25 Lingfield (Class 3) 10f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (11/4 -47%) Into The Light	2.75 11/4(-47%)	(2) Into The Light 11/4, Dubawi colt; dam a French Listed winner up to 16f; top yard has no end of untapped 3yo talent and this one could easily prove up to the task on debut. Dam a Listed-winner over 15.5f in France; top stable; a newcomer of some interest.
2	1 2nd (1) (30/100 +0%) Al Azd	0.3 30/100(+0%)	(1) Al Azd 30/100, Much improved up in trip off a break when second beaten 3l in a maiden at Kempton latest; trainer in form; effective 8f, acts on AW, action will suit sound surfaces; strong colt, bit more to come upped in trip. Improved when 2nd to good prospect at Kempton last month (1m); bred to stay; sets standard.
3	4 3rd (4) (18/1 -177%) Kindly Queen	18 18/1(-177%)	(4) Kindly Queen 18/1, Made much more use of and ran about to debut form when 4l third in a novice at Wolverhampton most recent run. Effective over 10f and acts on all-weather; could progress again if ridden more conservatively. Promise in two Tapeta runs (1m3f and 9.5f) this winter; can do better but she needs to.
4	3 4th (3) (125/1 -89%) Dor's Dazzler	125 125/1(-89%)	(3) Dor's Dazzler 125/1, Spooked badly halfway and lost ground, but probably improved from her debut when second beaten 8l in a maiden at Chelmsford latest. Effective over 8f and acts on all-weather; type to do better when handicapping. RPR of just 43 in two 1m runs last month; significant improvement required.
5th	5 5th (5) (66/1 -32%) Virtue Chastity	66 66/1(-32%)	(5) Virtue Chastity 66/1, Made minor late headway and looked as though she wanted further when beaten 6l in a maiden at Kempton last time. Probably wants middle distances, acts on all-weather, and has not been knocked about so far so remains unexposed. Promise in two 1m runs at Kempton but she'll need plenty more for the new trip to win here.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Into The Light is the sole newcomer going to post and must be taken seriously given his powerful connections. However, experience can win the day and AL AZD produced his best effort so far when switched to the all-weather at Kempton last month. He can go one better than that encouraging second, while Kindly Queen is another to bear in mind.

Into The Light is a newcomer of note but AL AZD sets a fair standard and has more to offer over this longer trip.

13:25 Lingfield (Class 3) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:28 Haydock (Class 3) 19f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (7/4 +50%) The Bluesman	1.75 7/4(+50%)	(6) The Bluesman 7/4, Given a poor ride and allowed the winner to get away when second, beaten 1 1/2l at Leicester last time. Effective over 2m-2m4f and acts on soft and good; almost certainly has more to offer if the rider gets it right. Improved for new yard, excellent Leicester second latest; merits serious consideration.
2	3 2nd (3) (33/1 -50%) Western Zephyr	33 33/1(-50%)	(3) Western Zephyr 33/1, May not have stayed when pulled up in a handicap chase at Aintree last time. Returning from a long layoff; best around 2m on a sound surface and may need this, with stamina to prove. Pulled up in Topham at Aintree last April on final run for Charlie Longsdon; stable debut.
3	4 3rd (4) (40/1 -789%) Bythesametoken	40 40/1(-789%)	(4) Bythesametoken 40/1, Ran to form back from a layoff, benefiting from a strong pace when landing a handicap chase by 2 1/4l off an 11lb lower mark at Listowel last time. Effective over 2m-2m4f with give; this veteran faces a tougher task off a much higher mark. Scored at Listowel in September; 11lb higher but Irish raider can't be totally dismissed.
4	11 4th (11) (18/1 -13%) Taras Halls	18 18/1(-13%)	(11) Taras Halls 18/1, Never jumped or travelled when pulled up in a handicap chase last time. Effective at around 2m4f and acts on soft and good to soft; inconsistent of late. Scored at Newcastle in November but very in and out since; not easy to warm to today.
5th	12 5th (12) (15/2 +63%) Cerendipity	7.5 15/2(+63%)	(12) Cerendipity 15/2, Didn't find much having briefly threatened when comfortably held in a handicap chase here last time. Effective around 2m4f and acts on soft and good to soft; was back in form until that latest run. Yet to score this term but he arrives in decent nick; possibilities off a 2lb lower mark.
6th	9 6th (9) (14/1 -40%) Anyharminasking	14 14/1(-40%)	(9) Anyharminasking 14/1, Ran to form when beaten 2 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Warwick last time. Returning from a break; effective over 2m-2m4f and likes a sound surface; latest form may flatter. Yet to convince in a trio of runs over fences, beaten in a match at Warwick latest.
7th	7 7th (7) (40/1 -21%) Harsh	40 40/1(-21%)	(7) Harsh 40/1, Never jumped or travelled when pulled up in a handicap chase at Doncaster last time. Effective around 2m4f-2m6f and acts on any ground; ex-Irish and jumping remains an issue. Pulled up at Doncaster three weeks ago; plenty more is required despite a tumbling mark.
8th	10 8th (10) (18/1 -157%) Gentleman Bill	18 18/1(-157%)	(10) Gentleman Bill 18/1, Was going well when falling in a handicap chase at Doncaster last time. Effective over 2m-2m4f and acts on soft and good; generally consistent and can have a say. Has failed to go on over fences, falling at the ninth fence at Doncaster nine days ago.
8	8 \|F\| (8) (6/4 +63%) Throatlash	1.5 6/4(+63%)	(8) Throatlash 6/4, Did it readily and improved again up in trip when landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark here last time. Effective over 2m-2m4f and acts with cut; an unexposed improver who can have a say. Readily completed a hat-trick over C&D latest; form has been franked so rates a big player.
1	1 \|PU\| (1) (18/1 -29%) Nells Son	18 18/1(-29%)	(1) Nells Son 18/1, Had no obvious excuse when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Windsor last time. Best around 2m and acts on soft and good; now down to a fair mark but has been below par this term. Not at his best this term, only fifth of six at Windsor latest; veteran looks vulnerable.
5	5 \|PU\| (5) (25/1 -150%) Twoshotsoftequila	25 25/1(-150%)	(5) Twoshotsoftequila 25/1, Improved, albeit beat very little, when landing a handicap by 3 1/2l off this mark at Newcastle last time. Absent for a very lengthy period; effective over 2m4f-3m and acts with cut; returns off a generous mark but may just need this. Scored twice in spring of 2024; off 23 months but no forlorn hope with yard going well.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

It's hard to get away from THROATLASH, who beat a subsequent winner when completing the hat-trick over C&D last month and looks to have lots in his favour. A 5lb rise for that success could be lenient and the seven-year-old can get the better of Irish raider Bythesametoken, who is an interesting contender after his victory at Listowel last September. The unexposed The Bluesman and Anyharminasking are others to note.

The upwardly mobile THROATLASH readily completed a hat-trick over C&D last time and can defy a 5lb weights rise to go 4-4 this season.

13:28 Haydock (Class 3) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:35 Wincanton (Class 1) 15f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (1/2 +31%) Alexei	0.5 1/2(+31%)	(2) Alexei 1/2, Ran to form when beaten 4l into third in the Festive Handicap Hurdle at Ascot on his most recent run, having had too much to do in a race dominated from the front. Off a short break. Effective at 2m-2m3f and highly progressive, though the handicapper reacted. Greatwood winner looks worth this step up in class and a big player if handling conditions. Upwardly mobile 6yo who sets the standard on his latest form and is open to more progress.
2	1 2nd (1) (16/5 -60%) Rubaud	3.2 16/5(-60%)	(1) Rubaud 16/5, Ran to best at a favoured venue suited by decent ground when beaten 9 1/2l into third in the Christmas Hurdle (Grade 1) at Kempton on his most recent run. Trainer in form. Effective at 2m over hurdles and consistent below top level. 3 time Elite Hurdle winner over C&D who will go close if handling conditions but they are a concern. Six Grade 2 wins and he ran respectably in Grade 1 latest; respected dropped back in class.
3	4 3rd (4) (6/1 +45%) Secret Squirrel	6 6/1(+45%)	(4) Secret Squirrel 6/1, Fell in the William Hill Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) at Newbury on his latest start when set for a place. Returning from a long layoff. Effective at 2m and consistent in hot handicaps. Threat if fit but may just need this. Overall record of 5-12 but this looks a tough assignment after a year off.
4	3 4th (3) (50/1 -52%) Intellotto	50 50/1(-52%)	(3) Intellotto 50/1, Poor Flat return when finishing down the field in the Irish Cesarewitch at The Curragh on his most recent start. Returning from a break. Showed useful form as a juvenile including on heavy ground. Effective at 2m4f, although jumping can be an issue. Returns to hurdling for new yard and this is a daunting task after 139 days off.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content,

This is a good opportunity for ALEXEI, whose third-placed finish in a premier handicap at Ascot confirmed he is capable of holding his own in good company. His win in the Greatwood at Cheltenham on his penultimate start also carries bags of substance and Joe Tizzard's gelding looks the one to beat. Rubaud, who won a below-par renewal of the Elite over C&D in November, is feared most. Subsequently third in the Christmas Hurdle, he must be taken seriously. Secret Squirrel should see off Intellotto to claim third.

This can go to the progressive ALEXEI, who has leading claims on his latest form and could continue on an upward curve.

13:35 Wincanton (Class 1) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:50 Ascot (Class 1) 23f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (4/9 +82%) The Jukebox Kid	0.444444 4/9(+82%)	(3) The Jukebox Kid 4/9, Improved under positive handling, with better jumping decisive when winning a handicap chase here by 2 1/4l last time. Effective over 2 1/2-3m on soft and good to soft, he is progressive and there looks to be more to come over fences. Successful in C&D handicap last time, taking chase record to 2-3; commands respect.
2	4 2nd (4) (9/2 +36%) Western Knight	4.5 9/2(+36%)	(4) Western Knight 9/2, The yard won this race last year and he travelled strongly before idling, but improved when suited by a positive ride down in trip to win a novice chase at Doncaster by 2 1/4l last time. Effective over 2 1/2-3m on soft and good, he is progressing over fences and could do better again. Open to further progress and his stable has a good record in this race; interesting.
3	2 3rd (2) (9/2 +50%) Crest Of Fortune	4.5 9/2(+50%)	(2) Crest Of Fortune 9/2, Made mistakes, bled and was comfortably outclassed in the Kauto Star Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Kempton last time. In good form prior and off a short break, he is effective over 2 1/2-3m and worth forgiving that latest run, as he could bounce back down in class. Best to forgive latest effort (bled from nose); has progressive RPRs otherwise.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content,

With the omission of Kauto Star runner-up Thomas Mor, it looks best to side with THE JUKEBOX KID. Ben Pauling's charge won a handicap over C&D last month and though this should be much tougher, he is expected to continue on an upward trajectory. Crest Of Fortune cannot be ruled out based on the pick of his form, while the hat-trick seeking Western Knight has stamina to prove.

With further improvement likely, THE JUKEBOX KID is taken to enhance his good strike-rate. Western Knight is second pick.

13:50 Ascot (Class 1) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:55 Gowran Park (Class 1) 23f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (9/2 -13%) Lord Rouge	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(2) Lord Rouge 9/2, Below form up in trip and outclassed up in grade when well beaten in the Grade 1 Ballymore Novice Hurdle at Naas latest; trainer in form; effective at 2m1f; debut form had knocks but could improve for this longer trip tried in a hood. 2nd in his point and m'den winner but form of those shakey; tailed off in Gr.1 latest.
2	5 2nd (5) (10/1 -25%) Changeyourstars	10 10/1(-25%)	(5) Changeyourstars 10/1, Improved to get off the mark when winning a maiden hurdle at Limerick by 1/2l last time; effective at 2m4f, acts on heavy and yielding; going right way but needs more up in grade. Rated 118 after beating Galileo Dame last time; others appear to have more potential.
3	3 3rd (3) (5/1 -82%) Timesareachanging	5 5/1(-82%)	(3) Timesareachanging 5/1, Very promising debut over hurdles when winning a maiden hurdle at Navan by 2l last time; effective over 2m2f-2m6f on testing ground; point winner who likely has more to offer up in grade. Lightly raced 7yo has plausible improvement in him over his m'den hurdle win last time.
4	1 4th (1) (5/6 +56%) Bally Free	0.833333 5/6(+56%)	(1) Bally Free 5/6, Improved to get off the mark, good attitude when winning a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse by a head last time; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 2m6f-3m, acts on HY and S; more to come as a stayer and cheekpieces now tried. Preferred by Jack Kennedy following gutsy 3m m'den win last time; appears stamina laden.
5th	4 5th (4) (11/2 +8%) Walks The Talk	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(4) Walks The Talk 11/2, Ran to form, suited by a positive ride up in trip at a sharp track when second, beaten 4l, in a novice hurdle at Musselburgh latest; effective over 2m3f-3m; progressive but deep ground would be new. Dual hurdles winner didn't totally convince over 3m last time; never raced on hvy.

LTO Selection:

After a good run in a bumper, TIMESAREACHANGING made a winning start over hurdles in a 2m6f maiden at Navan. He was a big price then but the placed horses are useful types and, on a line through the fourth, the selection has a good chance of getting the better of likely market rival Bally Free. The latter stayed 3m well when winning at Fairyhouse and is now fitted with cheekpieces. Lord Rouge is also noted.

The choice of Jack Kennedy, BALLY FREE (nap) was tenacious during his maiden hurdle victory and can gain a first graded success

13:55 Gowran Park (Class 1) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:00 Lingfield (Class 5) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (5/2 +25%) Thecoffeepoddotco	2.5 5/2(+25%)	(5) Thecoffeepoddotco 5/2, Did her best work late when third, beaten 1/2l off 69 last time, and runs off the same mark here; effective at 5/6f and acts on AW. Good chance in this. Ready C&D win last month before a good third off this mark on Monday; should go well.
2	2 2nd (2) (4/1 +50%) Cayman Tai	4 4/1(+50%)	(2) Cayman Tai 4/1, Bit below form when tried in a hood, beaten 5l in a handicap at Kempton last time; suited by 6f and probably has the pace for 5f, acts on any. Capable but form is erratic and the drop to 5f may suit. Often races too freely; blew the start latest; capable but carries risk.
3	3 3rd (3) (3/1 +14%) Mc Loven	3 3/1(+14%)	(3) Mc Loven 3/1, Below form up in trip when beaten 3 1/2l off a 2lb higher mark here last time; enjoys making it and is off a short break. Best at 5f, stays 6f, acts on AW; bounce back possible down to 5f. On losing run of 15 but down in grade and well drawn to attack; leading contender.
4	1 4th (1) (25/1 -56%) Sandscreendeliverd	25 25/1(-56%)	(1) Sandscreendeliverd 25/1, Below form when the ground was too soft, finishing down the field in a handicap at Sandown most recently; suited by 5f. Chance on return to AW if ready after a break. Course win (turf) last summer; not fully exposed but absent five months and drawn wide.
5th	6 5th (6) (13/2 -44%) Beaumadier	6.5 13/2(-44%)	(6) Beaumadier 13/2, Ran to form when beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective at 5f and acts on AW. Has been in good form and could go well again. Series of good runs since 5f win in November; rider's claim useful; one to consider.
6th	7 6th (7) (7/1 0%) Mick's Spirit	7 7/1(0%)	(7) Mick's Spirit 7/1, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 2l off 68 last time, and runs off the same mark here; suited by 5f. Respected off the same mark. Conditions ideal and arrives in good order; unlikely to dominate today though.
6th	4 6th (4) (8/1 +20%) Distant Rumble	8 8/1(+20%)	(4) Distant Rumble 8/1, Ran to form when beaten 2l off a 2lb higher mark at Chelmsford last time; suited by 6f and acts on AW. In moderate form but has dropped below his last winning mark. On a handy mark but not found his best form this winter; returns to 5f today.
8th	9 8th (9) (16/1 -33%) Honour Your Dreams	16 16/1(-33%)	(9) Honour Your Dreams 16/1, Back to form when beaten 3l off a 3lb higher mark here last time; effective at 5/6f and acts on AW. Chance if building on that latest run. Weights pull with Thecoffeepoddotco/Hello Luna on latest C&D run; others still appeal more.
9th	10 9th (10) (66/1 -136%) Manhattan Chute	66 66/1(-136%)	(10) Manhattan Chute 66/1, Scored by a head at 50-1 off a 1lb lower mark here on his penultimate start; never going over 6f latest and now wears a visor for the first time. Effective at 5/6f, acts on AW; C&D winner two starts back and has a chance on that. 50-1 C&D win over last month but ran a lacklustre race last week; new headgear today.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

THECOFFEEPODDOTCO looks the one to be on. She just got going all too late at Wolverhampton on Monday and is well worth another chance given she scored over C&D on her penultimate start. Mick's Spirit is another track-and-trip winner to consider closely in this sprint handicap and those looking for some each-way value might want to bear Honour Your Dreams in mind.

Mc Loven is dangerous from stall 1 now dropped in grade but THECOFFEEPODDOTCO may be able to pick him off late.

14:00 Lingfield (Class 5) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:05 Haydock (Class 1) 24f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (9/1 +44%) Lud'or	9 9/1(+44%)	(5) Lud'or 9/1, Travelled well and improved again but was probably outstayed late up in trip when beaten 2 1/4l into third in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time. Effective at 2m4f, barely gets 3m and is suited by plenty of cut; progressive but does not look up to this. Something to find if rivals are on song but that isn't guaranteed; in good form and stays.
2	2 2nd (2) (5/1 +44%) Henri The Second	5 5/1(+44%)	(2) Henri The Second 5/1, Ran to best at a favoured track when comfortably winning the Heroes Handicap Hurdle at Sandown by 9l last time. Trainer in form; effective at 2m4f-3m, suited by cut but acts on good, and a useful handicap hurdler worth a shot at this. Impressive in h'cap at favourite course Sandown last time; not ruled out on first run here.
3	6 3rd (6) (14/1 +44%) Lavida Adiva	14 14/1(+44%)	(6) Lavida Adiva 14/1, Ran to form, just flattening out late up in class on ground softer than ideal when fourth, beaten 12l, in the Yorkshire Rose Mares' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Doncaster last time. Hood first time; effective at 2m4f-3m and acts on good to soft and good, but faces a tough task. Listed mares' winner in December but held in fourth in mares' Grade 2 last month.
4	3 4th (3) (6/1 +45%) Beauport	6 6/1(+45%)	(3) Beauport 6/1, Stopped quickly when pulled up in the Long Walk Hurdle (Grade 1) at Ascot last time. Off a short break and has undergone a wind operation; effective at 3m-3m4f and acts on any ground. Inconsistent and better over fences but was a good second in this 12 months ago. Pulled up last time but wind surgery since; second in this last year; could make bold bid.
4	4 \|U\| (4) (5/2 +58%) French Ship	2.5 5/2(+58%)	(4) French Ship 5/2, Made a bit too much use of when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Kempton last time, having been in good form prior. Effective at 2m4f and may get further, acts on soft and good; progressive but up against it in this. Two 2m4f handicap wins then mid-division at Kempton; this 6yo may still have more to offer.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

This revolves around the exciting prospect that is KABRAL DU MATHAN. Dan Skelton's gelding supplemented his course success with an impressive performance in the Relkeel at Cheltenham and this rise in trip might be right up his street. With the Stayers' Hurdle possibly next on his agenda, the six-year-old should prove hard to beat. French Ship was unable to complete the hat-trick when finishing seventh in the Lanzarote at Kempton but cannot be discounted, while Henri The Second is the pick for third.

Kabral Du Mathan is the one to beat but needs to prove his stamina and the in-form LUD'OR is an interesting each-way alternative.

14:05 Haydock (Class 1) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:11 Wincanton (Class 4) 15f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (3/1 +10%) Caballero Cliff	3 3/1(+10%)	(1) Caballero Cliff 3/1, Still green and jumped poorly when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Leicester last time. Tongue-tie applied for the first time after a short break. Effective at 2m and acts on soft and good to soft. Maiden in bumpers but showed high-class form and can do much better over hurdles. Well held in both hurdle runs but he's a possible improver after wind surgery; tongue tied.
2	4 2nd (4) (10/11 +34%) Marhaba Prince	0.909091 10/11(+34%)	(4) Marhaba Prince 10/11, Second when beaten 1/2l in a maiden hurdle at Sedgefield latest after a short break. Effective from 2m to 2m4f and acts on soft. Consistent in bumpers, with the form of his win franked, he should come on for that run and will be winning soon. Won a bumper here and he was close second on hurdling debut at Sedgefield; respected.
3	6 3rd (6) (10/3 -48%) The Egyptian Ginge	3.333333 10/3(-48%)	(6) The Egyptian Ginge 10/3, Made mistakes and was outpaced, needing a stiffer test when comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Kempton last time. Usually held up and acts on good ground. Can do better when stepped up from 2m. Has had some tough tasks over hurdles but he sets the standard back in calmer waters.
4	8 4th (8) (125/1 -89%) Dunaden Island	125 125/1(-89%)	(8) Dunaden Island 125/1, Pulled up in the Restricted Point at Upcott Cross latest and returns from a long layoff. Showed little in points and has questions to answer. Just 1-9 in points and she's probably best watched on rules debut.
5th	3 5th (3) (50/1 +50%) King Sacre	50 50/1(+50%)	(3) King Sacre 50/1, Green and never in the race when down the field in a maiden hurdle at Taunton most recently. Effective at 2m on a sound surface but improvement is needed. Well held in both bumpers and tailed off in two hurdle runs (2m3f) this winter.
6th	2 6th (2) (6/1 -9%) Full Force Gale	6 6/1(-9%)	(2) Full Force Gale 6/1, Pulled up in a conditions race at Auteuil latest and returns from a long layoff. Effective at 2m and acts on good to soft. A bumper winner who was well fancied for his hurdle debut in France, he can do better. Bumper winner but was pulled up in a French hurdle when last seen 12 months ago.
7th	9 7th (9) (80/1 -60%) Gilded Glance	80 80/1(-60%)	(9) Gilded Glance 80/1, Outpaced on a poor debut when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Taunton on her only start. Looks one for further down the line. Tailed off at 25-1 in a maiden hurdle on Taunton debut (2m, good to soft) last month.
8th	11 8th (11) (125/1 +17%) Mistress Fox	125 125/1(+17%)	(11) Mistress Fox 125/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle here latest. Showed nothing in bumpers or over hurdles and has it all to prove. Struggled in two bumpers and same story in three hurdle runs this winter.
9th	7 9th (7) (80/1 -21%) Cue Jump	80 80/1(-21%)	(7) Cue Jump 80/1, Poor debut when well beaten in a novice hurdle at Chepstow latest. Trainer in form. Placed in points but has plenty to prove under rules. Struggled on hurdling debut at Chepstow and she could be one for longer trips later on.
10th	5 10th (5) (125/1 -56%) Richforadaay	125 125/1(-56%)	(5) Richforadaay 125/1, Looked in need of a stiffer test when down the field in a maiden hurdle here most recently. Effective at 3m in points. Others preferred and likely to want further in time. Tailed off in two hurdle runs over C&D last month and can only be watched.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Fourth in last year's Champion Bumper at Cheltenham, CABALLERO CLIFF has proved a disappointment in a couple of starts over hurdles subsequently. Saying that, he's undergone a wind operation since he was last in action at Leicester and Robert Stephens' charge could be worth another chance. The Egyptian Ginge is not out of it if rediscovering the form of his fifth at Cheltenham in October, while Full Force Gale is another looking to bounce back.

Preference is for bumper winner MARHABA PRINCE, who went close on his hurdling debut at Sedgefield in December.

14:11 Wincanton (Class 4) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:25 Ascot (Class 2) 19f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (8/1 +27%) Fiercely Proud	8 8/1(+27%)	(5) Fiercely Proud 8/1, Every chance but below form when down the field in the Festive Handicap Hurdle here most recently; off a short break. Effective over 2m, acts on S and GS; mark probably stiff enough. Has useful winning form at Ascot (1m7f) and this new trip is worth exploring.
2	9 2nd (9) (15/2 +6%) John Barbour	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(9) John Barbour 15/2, Improved when landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Uttoxeter last time. Effective over 2m-2m4f, acts on GS and G; progressive and remains competitive. Has form figures of 121 since upped to 2m4f; may improve further at this sort of trip.
3	12 3rd (12) (25/1 -79%) De Temps En Temps	25 25/1(-79%)	(12) De Temps En Temps 25/1, Unseated in a handicap hurdle at Kempton last time when beaten. Effective over 2-3m, acts on S and G; generally in good form since the move from Ireland and looks on a fair mark on Cheltenham win. Interesting at a price after wind op. Physical tweak (wind surgery since last run) needs to make a difference.
4	15 4th (15) (12/1 +0%) Moveit Like Minnie	12 12/1(+0%)	(15) Moveit Like Minnie 12/1, Outpaced and raced lazily but ran to form when a 10l third in a handicap hurdle here most recently. Effective at around 2m and gets 2m3f; sound surface suits; usually consistent and likes this venue but a bit frustrating. On a 13-race losing sequence but has consistent Ascot form and should give his running.
5th	11 5th (11) (18/1 +55%) No Ordinary Joe	18 18/1(+55%)	(11) No Ordinary Joe 18/1, Below form up in class when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Windsor most recently. Second run after wind op; veteran is best at 2 1/2m and out of form for the new yard. Useful at best but has weak claims on his form for current yard; cheekpieces added.
6th	3 6th (3) (17/2 +6%) Captain Teague	8.5 17/2(+6%)	(3) Captain Teague 17/2, Yard has won 2 of the last 10 runnings of this race; pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time but did travel well to a point. Trainer in form; effective over 2 1/2m; a former Grade 1 winner who has had issues but handicapper has relented. Should come on for latest run and looks very interesting. Interesting off current mark assuming he retains ability; won the Challow in 2023.
7th	7 7th (7) (13/2 -30%) Listentoyourheart	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(7) Listentoyourheart 13/2, Landed the Fitzdares New Year's Day Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race) by a neck off a 5lb lower mark at Windsor last time. Effective over 2-2 1/2m, acts on GS and G; well treated on Listed effort, back in form. Steadily back to form this term; landed a valuable event at Windsor most recently.
8th	4 8th (4) (9/1 -13%) Act Of Authority	9 9/1(-13%)	(4) Act Of Authority 9/1, Short of room and with too much to do after, he needed a slightly stiffer test when fourth, beaten 6l, in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time. Effective over 2 1/2-3m; consistent and may be worth another go over slightly further but threat if getting stiff test. On a 15-month losing spell but is a consistent sort; again has frame possibilities.
9th	1 9th (1) (16/1 +20%) Kateira	16 16/1(+20%)	(1) Kateira 16/1, Another weak finishing effort when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh last time; usually held up. Effective over 2-3m and suited by a sound surface; generally consistent but may have spring targets. Useful mare but last two efforts suggest she's unlikely to defy top weight in this field.
10th	2 10th (2) (80/1 -186%) Rambo T	80 80/1(-186%)	(2) Rambo T 80/1, Outpaced and never threatened when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time. Effective over 2 1/2m, acts on S and G; generally consistent, but his mark now looks stiff. Landed a notable autumn prize but has failed to show his form in two starts since.
11th	6 11th (6) (10/1 -11%) Jurancon	10 10/1(-11%)	(6) Jurancon 10/1, Did not stay and was well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Newbury last time. Effective over 2m, acts on S and GS; likely needs a drop back in trip. Disappointing in both starts this term; previously a progressive sort with a solid record.
12th	14 12th (14) (22/1 +21%) Kamaxos	22 22/1(+21%)	(14) Kamaxos 22/1, Scored by a head off a 5lb lower mark at Leicester three starts back. Effective over 2-2 1/2m, acts on S and G; back in form this winter and well treated on old form; can run well. Won over hurdles in November and good second over fences last time; this is harder.
13th	13 13th (13) (4/1 +53%) Lightningupourdays	4 4/1(+53%)	(13) Lightningupourdays 4/1, Ran to form back up in trip when beaten 3l off a 2lb lower mark at Hereford last time; that good form; off a short break. Effective over 2m-2m5f, acts on S and G; consistent in a short career. Lightly raced 7yo whose form has substance; solid third at Hereford in sole run this term.
10	10 \|PU\| (10) (7/1 +22%) Range	7 7/1(+22%)	(10) Range 7/1, On his last winning chase mark, he built on a promising hurdles return when appreciating a step back up in trip to land a handicap by a short-head off a 2lb lower mark at Sandown last time. That form has been franked. Effective over 2 1/2m, acts on HY and G; fair mark on chase form, unreliable. Had little to spare at Sandown last time but the runner-up has franked the form since.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (80/1 -142%) Hurricane Bay	80 80/1(-142%)	(8) Hurricane Bay 80/1, Pulled up in the Betfair Exchange Handicap Chase at Cheltenham last time where couldn't go the gallop; visor first time. Enjoys making it; effective over 2 1/2-3m, acts on G; fair mark on chase form but struggling and this looks inadequate test. Needs good ground; returns to hurdles for first time since 2023; new headgear.

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Listentoyourheart accounted for Act Of Authority (fourth) in this grade at Windsor and is expected to confirm that form, despite the revised terms. John Barbour just did enough to strike at Uttoxeter on New Year's Eve, which hasn't done his mark too much harm and he is respected. However, LIGHTNINGUPOURDAYS finished a promising third on his return from a break at Hereford just before Christmas and there is likely to be more under the bonnet on just his fourth outing in a handicap.

Preference is for LIGHTNINGUPOURDAYS (nap) who has strong form and looks open to further progress. John Barbour is second pick.

14:25 Ascot (Class 2) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:30 Gowran Park 20f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	3 1st (3) (4/1 +43%) Grimaud	4 4/1(+43%)	(3) Grimaud 4/1, Keeping on but held when falling late in a handicap hurdle at Navan latest; effective at 2m-3m; consistent but needs to prove wellbeing after that fall. Nine defeats since course 2m win last March, staying on when last-flight faller at Navan.
2	11 2nd (11) (11/2 +54%) Krabat	5.5 11/2(+54%)	(11) Krabat 11/2, Ran to form, just tiring late having done plenty when seventh at Punchestown; effective at around 2m3f-2m7f and suited by cut; back hurdling off a lower mark. Improved his modest strike when scoring at Limerick on his penultimate start, often placed.
3	2 3rd (2) (9/1 +36%) Grandero Bello	9 9/1(+36%)	(2) Grandero Bello 9/1, Below form when fourth, beaten 31l, in the Foxrock Handicap Chase (Listed) at Navan latest; off a short break; effective at 2m-2m6f, acts with cut; needs more. Much better known as a 140-rated chaser, lightly raced over hurdles, worth considering.
4	13 4th (13) (50/1 -79%) Brideswell Lad	50 50/1(-79%)	(13) Brideswell Lad 50/1, Pulled up in an open point at Tinahely latest; effective at 2m6f-3m2f on soft and good ground; hard to make a case for back under rules. Better known as a six-time chase winner, absent in 2025, pulled up in a point on comeback.
5th	9 5th (9) (33/1 +18%) Whatsavailable	33 33/1(+18%)	(9) Whatsavailable 33/1, Continued in poor form and unsuited by waiting tactics when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe most recent; effective up to 3m, best on a sound surface; others appeal more. All three wins have come at Fairyhouse, no encouragement from his early-season form.
6th	15 6th (15) (125/1 -56%) Ossifer Hops	125 125/1(-56%)	(15) Ossifer Hops 125/1, Found the ground too testing when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown most recent; effective up to 3m on soft and good ground; out of form. Out of form over fences before being tailed off on return to hurdling last month.
7th	7 7th (7) (17/2 -70%) The King Of Prs	8.5 17/2(-70%)	(7) The King Of Prs 17/2, Yard won this last year; benefited from a pace collapse when fourth, beaten 23l, in the Dan & Joan Moore Memorial Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Fairyhouse latest; effective at 2m; may need to come down a few more pounds. Useful handicap chaser, yet to hit form this term, lower hurdles mark could tempt support.
8th	14 8th (14) (20/1 -82%) Miss Corby	20 20/1(-82%)	(14) Miss Corby 20/1, Travelled but did not find much up in trip on handicap debut when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Listowel last time; returning from a long layoff; effective around 2m, stamina to prove at further; may need this and ground a concern. Maiden hurdle winner on good ground last April, no recent run, the going might be an issue.
9th	8 9th (8) (20/1 +39%) Must Go Now	20 20/1(+39%)	(8) Must Go Now 20/1, Up in trip and may not have stayed when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Leopardstown most recent; effective at 2m4f; mark demands more. Decent form in the second half of last season, well below best in two outings this term.
10th	10 10th (10) (13/2 +35%) Jacovec Cavern	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(10) Jacovec Cavern 13/2, Made mistakes and was disappointing on handicap debut when down the field in a handicap chase at Naas most recent; effective at 2m4f-3m; needs more. 17-race maiden over hurdles, won a beginners' chase here in November, unwise to rule out.
11th	5 11th (5) (3/1 -20%) Themanintheanorak	3 3/1(-20%)	(5) Themanintheanorak 3/1, Did it comfortably, improving when landing a handicap by 3l off a 7lb lower mark at Fairyhouse last time; effective at 2m-2m4f; form franked, mark fair and claims obvious. Saw out this trip well to beat a fancied rival at Fairyhouse, may continue to improve.
12th	1 12th (1) (28/1 -56%) Teed Up	28 28/1(-56%)	(1) Teed Up 28/1, Never involved when ridden to see out the trip down the field in the Neville Hotels Premier Handicap Hurdle (Listed) at Leopardstown most recently; trainer in form; effective at 2m-2m7f on a sound surface; inconsistent dual-purpose performer. Best known as a Galway specialist, a long way below his best on his last two hurdle starts.
13th	4 13th (4) (11/1 +31%) Quest With Speed	11 11/1(+31%)	(4) Quest With Speed 11/1, Ran to form, just tiring late on up in trip when seventh, beaten 13l off 116, last time, the same mark here; effective at 2m4f-3m; inconsistent. Long-priced winner at Navan in December, form has tended to be erratic, others preferred.
12	12 \|PU\| (12) (17/2 -21%) Laxxio	8.5 17/2(-21%)	(12) Laxxio 17/2, Improved when a 21l third in a graduation hurdle at Punchestown most recent; effective at 2m1f with cut; more to come now handicapping up in trip. Has shown enough in Punchestown maidens to suggest he could feature in his first handicap.

LTO Selection:

One of a number of winning chasers who are running off lower hurdles marks here, JACOVEC CAVERN might bounce back to form at the track where he gained his only jumps win so far. That victory came in November and he should not be underestimated. Themanintheanorak has made a good start to his handicap career and is a danger. Laxxio could be on a nice initial mark and stepping up in trip looks a plus for him.

There could be further improvement to come from THEMANINTHEANORAK who saw out this trip well when winning at Fairyhouse

14:30 Gowran Park 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (15/2 -50%) Union Island	7.5 15/2(-50%)	(7) Union Island 15/2, Ran to form when beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at Chelmsford last time; cheekpieces first time; effective at 8/9f; may want dropping in trip. Back to last winning mark; promising run at Chelmsford; now gets headgear for first time.
2	3 2nd (3) (7/2 +42%) Gennadius	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(3) Gennadius 7/2, Made too much use of up in trip when beaten 3 1/2l off this mark at Chelmsford last time; effective at 6-8f; looks flattered by his maiden win and has not progressed since. Beaten in two handicaps since a wide-margin maiden win; needs to raise his game.
3	2 3rd (2) (2/1 +40%) Way To Dubai	2 2/1(+40%)	(2) Way To Dubai 2/1, Ran to form off his new mark when fourth, beaten 2 1/2l off 70 last time, and runs off the same mark here; effective at 6-8f; needs more off this rating. Running well over C&D this winter; should make another bold bid.
4	1 4th (1) (7/2 -5%) Elouise's Prince	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(1) Elouise's Prince 7/2, Too keen up in trip but finally cashed in on a falling mark when landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark here last time; wide draw; effective at 5-8f; still well handicapped if building on that latest success. Strong finish to win over C&D last week; up 5lb but unexposed at a mile.
5th	8 5th (8) (5/1 -25%) Pitney	5 5/1(-25%)	(8) Pitney 5/1, Did his best work late and ran to form when beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; effective at 7-9f; chance with his mark eased again. Running okay this winter but he will need more if he's to win now back up in class.
6th	9 6th (9) (125/1 -213%) Comedian Leader	125 125/1(-213%)	(9) Comedian Leader 125/1, No show from off the pace after an awkward start when beaten 10l in a handicap here last time; usually held up; effective at 6-8f; major bounce back needed off a falling mark. Struggling badly on AW this winter; down in the weights but plenty to prove.
7th	5 7th (5) (25/1 -79%) Dakota Power	25 25/1(-79%)	(5) Dakota Power 25/1, Below best and held when not enjoying the best of runs, beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark at Kempton last time; off a short break; effective around 7f; bounce back needed. Chance on last season's best form; returning to 1m needs to give him a lift though.
8th	4 8th (4) (50/1 -456%) Dalmally	50 50/1(-456%)	(4) Dalmally 50/1, Again below form when beaten 9l in a handicap at Chelmsford last time; hood first time; returning from a break; effective at 8-10f; still to prove himself on AW. Inconsistent for H Morrison but dangerous mark on best form; hooded for stable debut.

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ELOUISE'S PRINCE recorded a comfortable success over C&D a week ago despite a lack of support in the market. However, that might have been down to his unproven stamina over a mile, but punters will surely take note this time around and he is expected to defy a 5lb rise in the handicap. Way To Dubai was fourth that day but can't be written off, and nor can Union Island, who sports cheekpieces for the first time following a creditable third at Chelmsford.

Elouise's Prince and Way To Dubai can feature but the addition of cheekpieces can see UNION ISLAND stage a full revival.

14:35 Lingfield (Class 5) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:40 Haydock (Class 1) 24f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (5/2 +38%) Dalston Lad	2.5 5/2(+38%)	(2) Dalston Lad 5/2, Travelled, idled a touch, improved up in trip when winning a handicap hurdle here by 1 1/4l last time; effective 2m-3m, acts on GS; more to come and worth a shot at this level. C&D win on h'cap debut & open to further improvement for top yard; firmly in calculations.
2	9 2nd (9) (5/1 +0%) Ubatuba	5 5/1(+0%)	(9) Ubatuba 5/1, Green and flashed tail, improved to defy penalty when winning a novice hurdle at Leicester by 9 1/2l last time; effective 2m4f on HY and S; more to come for top yard, worth step up in class. Two comfortable wins at Leicester and remains to be seen where ceiling of his ability lies.
3	8 3rd (8) (20/1 +20%) Tashkhan	20 20/1(+20%)	(8) Tashkhan 20/1, Outpaced and unsuited by the drop in trip when comfortably held in the Rossington Main Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) here last time. Effective over 2m4f-2m7f and acts on heavy and good to soft. Smart on the Flat and may do better in handicaps. Smart Flat stayer in his prime; goes up in trip but others have more pressing claims.
4	4 4th (4) (9/1 +0%) Legendary Luke	9 9/1(+0%)	(4) Legendary Luke 9/1, Ran to form to defy a penalty when winning a novice hurdle at Fontwell by a length last time. Effective over 2m-2m4f and acts on soft and good ground. More to come, but it is needed at this level. 2-2 over hurdles; up in grade today but could relish the step up in trip; one to consider.
5th	10 5th (10) (7/1 +0%) Whiskey Yankee	7 7/1(+0%)	(10) Whiskey Yankee 7/1, Made a very promising hurdles debut when beating rivals who had set a useful standard at Ascot last time. Effective at 2m6f on soft ground. A promising sort with more to offer and can have a say upped in grade. Won warm novice at Ascot on hurdle debut; could play another leading role up in trip/grade.
6th	1 6th (1) (50/1 +0%) Caughtinyourtrance	50 50/1(+0%)	(1) Caughtinyourtrance 50/1, Pulled up in the River Don Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Doncaster last time. Effective over 2m6f-3m and acts on soft and good ground, but looks up against it kept at this level. Went close in C&D handicap in December but pulled up in Grade 2 novice at Doncaster since.
7th	6 7th (6) (3/1 +14%) Reckless Spending	3 3/1(+14%)	(6) Reckless Spending 3/1, Improved when dropped in grade to win easily at Kempton last time. Effective over 2m3f-2m5f on good to soft and good ground. More to come and well worth another go at this level. Going back left-handed may be a negative but he's entitled to respect after Kempton romp.
8th	3 8th (3) (11/1 +31%) Kasino Des Mottes	11 11/1(+31%)	(3) Kasino Des Mottes 11/1, Ran to form under a positive ride when dropped in trip, finishing 4 1/4l third in a novice hurdle at Ascot last time. Effective over 2m5f-3m and acts on soft and good ground, but needs more at this level. Won at Kempton in November; two respectable efforts since but needs something extra.
9th	5 9th (5) (11/1 -57%) Lon Chaney	11 11/1(-57%)	(5) Lon Chaney 11/1, Improved to get off the mark when winning a maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter by 8 1/2l last time. Effective over 2m4f-2m7f and acts on soft and good to soft. Open to further progress, but it is needed at this level. Tougher test of credentials today but he looked good last time and could be involved.

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DALSTON LAD has improved with each start over hurdles and was last seen beating experienced rivals in a handicap over C&D a month ago. On that evidence, Dan Skelton's gelding could take plenty of beating back against novices. The main threat is likely to be Reckless Spending after his 15-length success at Kempton a couple of weeks ago. That said, Ubatuba and Whiskey Yankee are other exciting prospects to consider.

Whiskey Yankee is a tempting option but preference is for LEGENDARY LUKE, who could have plenty more to offer now upped in trip.

14:40 Haydock (Class 1) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:50 Wincanton (Class 4) 20f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (7/1 -17%) Jeu D'opale	7 7/1(-17%)	(5) Jeu D'opale 7/1, Fell in a handicap chase at Leicester latest. Effective around 2m with cut in the ground and was much more like it on his penultimate run back over fences which has been franked. On a good mark judged on French form and very interesting. Runner-up at Lingfield on penultimate run and he's in the mix off dangerous mark.
2	3 2nd (3) (13/2 +7%) Bonza Boy	6.5 13/2(+7%)	(3) Bonza Boy 13/2, Returned to form down in class and trip at a favoured venue when landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Exeter last time. Effective over 2 1/2m and acts with cut. Should remain competitive. Returned to form when scoring at Exeter last month and he's respected back up in trip.
3	2 3rd (2) (7/1 +13%) Pedley Wood	7 7/1(+13%)	(2) Pedley Wood 7/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase here latest and returns from a short break. Effective from 2m3f to 3m1f and acts on heavy and good ground. Just 1lb above his last winning mark but inconsistent. On dangerous mark but he's not easy to predict and was pulled up here last time; risky.
4	4 4th (4) (3/1 -60%) Saint Cyr De Pail	3 3/1(-60%)	(4) Saint Cyr De Pail 3/1, Did it cosily and was well treated on hurdle form, improving for testing ground when landing a handicap by 7l off a 7lb lower mark at Exeter last time. That form has been franked. Returns from a short break, is effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and acts on any ground. Still on a fair mark on hurdle form. Unexposed chaser who won by 7l in the mud at Exeter (2m3f) last time; strong contender.
5th	1 5th (1) (7/1 +30%) Pilsdon Pen	7 7/1(+30%)	(1) Pilsdon Pen 7/1, Scored by a neck off a 1lb lower mark here three starts back. Never travelled in a change of headgear when pulled up in a handicap chase latest. Effective from 2m to 2m4f and acts on soft and good to soft. Inconsistent but saves his best for Wincanton. 3-9 over fences but he's lost his way in last two runs and needs to get back on track.
6	6 \|F\| (6) (15/8 +25%) Mutley Crew	1.875 15/8(+25%)	(6) Mutley Crew 15/8, Improved again when landing a handicap by 7l off an 8lb lower mark here last time. The trainer is in form. Effective around 2m4f and acts on testing ground. Progressing over fences. Lightly raced 10yo who was won two of her last three including over C&D latest; respected.
7	7 \|PU\| (7) (11/1 +8%) Valirann Gold	11 11/1(+8%)	(7) Valirann Gold 11/1, Outpaced and found the trip inadequate at a sharp track when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Taunton last time. Effective from 2m to 2m5f and suited by some cut. Races lazily and had been running back into form until latest, but frustrating. On workable mark but he didn't fire last time and his last win was two years ago.

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MUTLEY CREW has recorded both wins over fences so far on heavy ground, including last month's C&D success. She remains unexposed despite her age and may well defy an 8lb hike, given the underfoot conditions are in her favour once again. it was also testing ground when Saint Cyr De Pail won nicely at Exeter and he could have a say in proceedings, while Pedley Wood is also noted.

The vote goes to SAINT CYR DE PAIL, who is unexposed over fences and hit a clear personal best when winning at Exeter last time.

14:50 Wincanton (Class 4) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:00 Ascot (Class 1) 23f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (10/3 +17%) Montregard	3.333333 10/3(+17%)	(9) Montregard 10/3, Scored by 2 1/2l off a 9lb lower mark here three starts back. Conceded first run but returned to form when second, beaten 2 1/4l off 122 last time, and is 3lb higher here. Effective over 3m and acts on good ground. Penultimate win franked and progressive. Record of 11P2 since wearing visor features two sound performances over C&D; respected.
2	11 2nd (11) (18/1 -29%) Gericault Roque	18 18/1(-29%)	(11) Gericault Roque 18/1, Never travelled and needed the run when well beaten in a handicap chase at Windsor last time. Cheekpieces go on for the first time. Effective over 3m and acts on soft and good ground, but probably not the force of old following a lay-off. Soundly beaten in last two appearances; needs to prove he retains peak ability.
3	3 3rd (3) (15/2 +12%) Your Darling	7.5 15/2(+12%)	(3) Your Darling 15/2, Beaten a neck off a 1lb lower mark at Kempton last time. Effective at 2 1/2m, gets a sharp 3m and acts on soft and good ground. Goes well at Ascot and is best when fresh, with his mark probably about right. Not ruled out down in trip. Record of 2-3 over 2m5f at Ascot; ran well over a sharp 3m at Kempton last time.
4	5 4th (5) (11/4 +54%) Jipcot	2.75 11/4(+54%)	(5) Jipcot 11/4, Did it comfortably and improved for the step up in trip under positive handling when landing a handicap by 10l off an 8lb lower mark at Leicester last time. Effective over 2-3m and acts on soft and good to soft. Now progressing over fences and should remain competitive. Readily opened his chase account in Leicester event last time; may improve further.
5th	8 5th (8) (12/1 +14%) Hunter Legend	12 12/1(+14%)	(8) Hunter Legend 12/1, Yard won this race last year. Ran to form when second, beaten 13l, in a handicap chase at Sandown last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m, suited by cut, and back in form. Consistent over 3m of late but is perhaps ideally suited by shorter.
6th	10 6th (10) (14/1 -17%) Invincible Nao	14 14/1(-17%)	(10) Invincible Nao 14/1, Ran to form, just flattening out late over a stretching trip when 12l third in a handicap chase at Lingfield on his most recent run. Effective over 2 1/2-3 1/2m and acts on soft and good ground. In form and worth this drop back in trip. Remains in form but faces a stiffer task from out of the weights upped in class.
7th	4 7th (4) (11/1 -69%) Nocte Volatus	11 11/1(-69%)	(4) Nocte Volatus 11/1, Travelled well and, up 5lb, ran to form when landing a Unibet Veterans' Handicap Chase by 1 1/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Sandown last time. Effective over 2 1/2-3m and generally consistent, not fully exposed as a stayer. Won a notable veterans' prize at Sandown last time, taking record over 3m to 2-3.
8th	7 8th (7) (40/1 -150%) Credo	40 40/1(-150%)	(7) Credo 40/1, Outpaced and hampered by a faller, and may have found the ground too quick when well beaten in a handicap chase at Sandown last time. Effective over 3m+ and acts on any ground. A consistent performer who is vulnerable to an improver. Gained last two wins in veterans' races; others preferred.
9th	6 9th (6) (5/1 -43%) Joyeux Machin	5 5/1(-43%)	(6) Joyeux Machin 5/1, Fell in the Great Yorkshire Chase at Doncaster last time when clear in front but it was a fair way out. Effective at 2 1/2m and barely gets 3m. Yet to win for his new yard but has generally been in good form. Still going nicely in clear lead when falling in major handicap at Doncaster last time.
10th	1 10th (1) (28/1 -27%) Sam Brown	28 28/1(-27%)	(1) Sam Brown 28/1, Needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Cheltenham last time off a short break. Effective over 3m and acts on soft and good ground. The veteran is not quite the force of old but is on a good mark on spring win; has run well here before; interesting at a price. Gained last three wins in veterans' events; opposed in this field.
2	2 \|PU\| (2) (12/1 +14%) Threeunderthrufive	12 12/1(+14%)	(2) Threeunderthrufive 12/1, Pulled up in the Silver Cup Handicap Chase here last time. Trainer in form and returns from a short break. Effective at 3m and suited by a sound surface, but his form has tailed off and conditions a worry. Has a good record in this race but there's a doubt over his current form.

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NOCTE VOLATUS has looked better than ever so far this season. He landed a double when victorious at Sandown last month and Tom Lacey's veteran may well defy a 2lb rise. His stablemate Montregard also has solid claims, having finished a respectable second over C&D recently, while Jipcot steps marginally back up in distance off the back of winning at Leicester and could be in the mix. Joyeux Machin was tanking along in front when falling at Doncaster and may also have a say in an open contest.

With further progress possible in the retained visor, MONTREGARD is preferred. Joyeux Machin is second choice.

15:00 Ascot (Class 1) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:05 Gowran Park (Class 1) 17f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (15/2 -7%) Nan's Choice	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(4) Nan's Choice 15/2, Promising debut when 4l fourth in a Mares' bumper at Limerick first time out; off a short break and effective at 2m on heavy, with improvement likely. Made a fine debut effort when fourth at Limerick on hvy; entitled to improve on that.
2	3 2nd (3) (8/13 +15%) Luciole Des Bordes	0.615385 8/13(+15%)	(3) Luciole Des Bordes 8/13, Confirmed her debut level when second, beaten 2l, in a Mares' bumper at Punchestown latest; effective at 2m-2m2f and acts with cut, so can go well again. Outran odds in a valuable bumper and finished second on seasonal debut; leading chance.
3	7 3rd (7) (6/1 -71%) Wicked Pleasure	6 6/1(-71%)	(7) Wicked Pleasure 6/1, Promising debut when third, beaten 3 1/4l, in a Mares' bumper at Thurles; off a short break and effective at 2m with cut, with improvement likely. Harzand filly made a positive debut when third; may get involved..
4	2 4th (2) (12/1 +33%) Courtmac Gesture	12 12/1(+33%)	(2) Courtmac Gesture 12/1, Improved but was comfortably held in a graduation hurdle at Punchestown last time; effective at 2m-2m3f on heavy and good, though others look stronger back in a bumper. Steadily improved RPRs in bumpers before two moderate hurdle efforts; others preferred.
5th	5 5th (5) (33/1 +18%) Natures Odyssey	33 33/1(+18%)	(5) Natures Odyssey 33/1, Blue Bresil mare and half-sister to two winners, most notably Rosscahill, who was useful up to 2m6f over hurdles; looks to face a tough enough task on debut. Half-sister to two winners; best watched.
6th	1 6th (1) (25/1 +38%) Claudel	25 25/1(+38%)	(1) Claudel 25/1, Moderate debut when well beaten in a Mares' bumper at Fairyhouse on her only start; off a short break and may need more time. Tailed off on debut at Fairyhouse and hard to recommend on that basis.
7th	6 7th (6) (10/1 -25%) Red Acres Georgie	10 10/1(-25%)	(6) Red Acres Georgie 10/1, Ran to a similar level to her point win when well beaten in a Mares' bumper at Punchestown latest; effective at 2m2f on Y, and as a point winner may have more to come. Easy point winner returned from long absence when 13l behind Luciole Des Bordes latest.

LTO Selection:

LUCIOLE DES BORDES travelled well on her seasonal debut over a bit further at Punchestown before being unable to reel in the front-running winner. Dropping back in trip should not be a problem, but she will face more testing ground on this occasion. Wicked Pleasure was a promising third at Thurles and the full-sister to progressive hurdler Zanoosh will relish the extra furlong here. Nan's Choice also showed ability on debut at Limerick and merits respect.

LUCIOLE DES BORDES holds a leading chance here with improvement likely over her runner-up finish at Punchestown last time

15:05 Gowran Park (Class 1) 17f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:10 Lingfield (Class 2) 7f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (5/1 -67%) Heathcliff	5 5/1(-67%)	(5) Heathcliff 5/1, Didn't last home back up in trip when beaten 1/2l off this mark at Kempton last time; effective at 6/7f and acts on AW. His mark is still high enough but he can go well. Close 3rd last time in Kempton handicap that represents very strong form; same mark; solid.
2	6 2nd (6) (8/1 +20%) Tiger Crusade	8 8/1(+20%)	(6) Tiger Crusade 8/1, No-show from off the pace when dropped in trip, finishing eighth beaten 5l off 85 last time off the same mark; trainer in form. Best at 7f and effective at 6f, he can go well back up in trip. C&D win last month but in Class 4; well held in 6f Class 2 on Wednesday.
3	4 3rd (4) (16/1 +36%) Willem Twee	16 16/1(+36%)	(4) Willem Twee 16/1, Should have done better off a reduced mark when down the field in a handicap at Southwell most recently; visor worn for the first time. Effective at 6f, the handicapper has relented and he may want dropping back in trip. On a lowly mark but inconsistent nowadays; new visor needs to turn things around.
4	3 4th (3) (6/1 -33%) Legal Reform	6 6/1(-33%)	(3) Legal Reform 6/1, Ran to form, strong at finish second beaten 1/2l off 91 last time, 2lb higher here; effective 7/8f, acts on AW, likes plenty of cut on turf; can go well off new mark. Veteran but in the form of his life this winter; should remain competitive.
5th	2 5th (2) (13/2 -30%) Wiltshire	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(2) Wiltshire 13/2, Good late headway, should have finished closer beaten 3l off a 2lb higher mark at Newcastle last time; usually held up; effective 6/7f on S and AW; could do better this time stepping back up in trip. Slow starts have crept in and unable to overcome them in good company; dangerous mark.
6th	7 6th (7) (4/1 +47%) Best Rate	4 4/1(+47%)	(7) Best Rate 4/1, Ran to form when beaten a length off a 1lb higher mark here last time; effective at 7/8f and acts on AW. Holds a chance off this slightly lower mark. Behind Tiger Crusade over C&D last month; headgear now absent; others appeal more.
7th	1 7th (1) (15/8 +44%) Benevento	1.875 15/8(+44%)	(1) Benevento 15/8, Ran to form when fourth beaten 3 1/2l in City Plate Stakes (Listed) at Chester latest; effective 7/8f, acts on Hy and G (may not like GF); Craven run looks flattering, unproven on AW and mark looks about right for handicap/stable debut. Useful 2yo; faced stiff tasks in 2025; not ruled out on stable/handicap debut.

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Legal Reform backed up his Boxing Day win with a good second at Southwell and is likely to go well again, but preference is afforded to WILTSHIRE. William Haggas' charge caught the eye when keeping on from off the pace over 6f at Newcastle, so it's possible that a return to 7f holds the key to him now. Heathcliff was only beaten half a length into third at Kempton last time out and looks a real player from an unchanged mark.

Heathcliff is a solid contender but BENEVENTO faced some stiff tasks last year and he should find this more to his liking.

15:10 Lingfield (Class 2) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:15 Haydock (Class 1) 28f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (13/2 +28%) Grand Geste	6.5 13/2(+28%)	(7) Grand Geste 13/2, Never travelled, beaten very early when pulled up in Great Yorkshire Chase latest; effective 2m4f-3m2f, acts on S and G; progressing over fences until latest, must bounce back. Impressive in the Tommy Whittle here in December but flopped at Doncaster subsequently.
2	1 2nd (1) (22/1 +21%) Top Of The Bill	22 22/1(+21%)	(1) Top Of The Bill 22/1, Unable to dominate when ninth, beaten 33l off 147 last time and 2lb lower here; off a short break. Effective around 3m and acts on soft and good; has had issues and his mark is probably high enough. 10yo; career-best when winning here in November but well held in Tommy Whittle here since.
3	11 3rd (11) (16/1 -14%) Neo King	16 16/1(-14%)	(11) Neo King 16/1, Improved when relishing a stiff test down in trip, landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Windsor last time. Stays 3m4f with plenty of cut and is generally consistent. Won at Windsor in first-time cheekpieces; 9lb higher here but further improvement possible.
4	5 4th (5) (7/1 -155%) Deafening Silence	7 7/1(-155%)	(5) Deafening Silence 7/1, Improved on recent form, seeing out the longer trip well 4 1/4l third in Coral Welsh Grand National at Chepstow most recent run; effective 2m4f-3m6f, acts on S and GS; capable of better. Third of 17 in the Welsh National when upped in trip and he's a key player.
5th	6 5th (6) (12/1 -20%) Git Maker	12 12/1(-20%)	(6) Git Maker 12/1, Pulled up in the Coral Welsh Grand National at Chepstow latest; blinkers worn for the first time. Effective over 3m+ with cut; has struggled since returning from a layoff and the headgear needs to make a difference. Patchy form in 2025 but the forecast soft ground could help and he's on a dangerous mark.
6th	10 6th (10) (17/2 +70%) Grand Albert	8.5 17/2(+70%)	(10) Grand Albert 17/2, Had too much to do and was poorly placed in a race dominated from the front when comfortably held in a handicap chase here last time; off a short break. Effective up to 3m and acts on soft and good to soft; could be running back into form. Kept on for fifth in the Tommy Whittle here and the step up in trip may be a good move.
7th	2 7th (2) (8/1 +33%) Monbeg Genius	8 8/1(+33%)	(2) Monbeg Genius 8/1, Returned to form back up in trip at a favoured venue when comfortably held in the Coral Welsh Grand National at Chepstow last time. Effective up to 3m5f and acts with cut; inconsistent but capable. 5th of 17 in Welsh National and now back down to last winning mark; might not be far away.
8th	4 8th (4) (12/1 -100%) Richmond Lake	12 12/1(-100%)	(4) Richmond Lake 12/1, Just failed when running to form up in trip, hanging fire when challenging and beaten a neck off a 2lb lower mark here last time. Effective from 2m4f to 3m2f; consistent but has a poor strike-rate for a reason. Stayed on well for neck second in the Peter Marsh; well worth a crack at a marathon trip.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (3/1 +14%) Myretown	3 3/1(+14%)	(3) Myretown 3/1, Travelled, rallied after shuddering late errors, probably should've won when beaten 4l off this mark here last time; enjoys making it; effective 3m, acts on S and GS; classy staying chaser, probably a bit more to come but jumping issues have crept in. Needs to minimise the mistakes but there remains optimism he's superior to current mark.
9	9 \|PU\| (9) (6/1 +50%) Holokea	6 6/1(+50%)	(9) Holokea 6/1, Improved again up in trip, just caught late by a strong stayer and did much the best of those forcing the pace when beaten 1 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Windsor last time. Effective up to 3m5f and acts on soft and good; chance. Second of 16 over extended 3m4f at Windsor; progressive and could be in the mix once more.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (9/1 -13%) Rivers Corner	9 9/1(-13%)	(8) Rivers Corner 9/1, Improved when tried in a new headgear combination, landing a handicap by 21l off a 9lb lower mark at Wincanton last time. Enjoys making it; effective from 2m4f to 3m3f and acts on heavy and good; this mark asks more. Impressive at Wincanton when the tongue-tie went on and respected despite 9lb rise.

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MYRETOWN's jumping has really let him down the last twice, when falling in the Coral Gold Cup and finishing fourth in the Peter Marsh here last month. A very bad mistake three out cost him on the latter occasion when he was travelling best of all and that effort suggests that he is still well handicapped. With a clear round, the nine-year-old can see off Deafening Silence, who arrives here on the back of placed efforts in the Rehearsal and Welsh Grand National. Rivers Corner and Richmond Lake are others who have strong claims.

Jumping blunders have proved costly for MYRETOWN this season but there is a strong suspicion that he remains well handicapped.

15:15 Haydock (Class 1) 28f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:23 Wincanton (Class 4) 15f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (3/1 +25%) Royal Mer	3 3/1(+25%)	(1) Royal Mer 3/1, Bit below form when 16l third in a handicap chase at Hereford on his most recent run; effective from 2m-2m4f and suited by cut in the ground; in form and on a fair mark. Went close at Exeter last month but he was disappointing when favourite at Hereford latest.
2	6 2nd (6) (13/2 -8%) Raffles Hermes	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(6) Raffles Hermes 13/2, Raced close to a strong pace and tired late when fourth beaten 19l in a handicap chase at Taunton latest; effective around 2m4f in France but has yet to match that French form. Two chase wins in France but he's been well held in both runs for current yard.
3	5 3rd (5) (22/1 +12%) Wewillgowithplanb	22 22/1(+12%)	(5) Wewillgowithplanb 22/1, Made mistakes and ran to his current level when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Hereford last time; effective at 2m and acts on heavy and good ground; out of form. On dangerous mark but he's been well held in last three runs; needs to get back on track.
4	4 4th (4) (8/1 -129%) Better Off Alone	8 8/1(-129%)	(4) Better Off Alone 8/1, Made mistakes but improved after a wind operation when 9l third in a handicap chase at Uttoxeter most recent; this is his second run after a wind op and he returns from a short break; effective at 2 1/2-3m and acts with cut; on a good mark based on hurdle form. Ran well for a long way at Uttoxeter in December and he's in the mix in new headgear.
5th	7 5th (7) (13/2 +35%) Begin The Luck	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(7) Begin The Luck 13/2, Scored by a nose off a 1lb lower mark here three starts back; made too much use of when third beaten 15l off 96 last time and is 1lb lower here; blinkers worn for the first time; trainer in form; effective at 2m4f and acts on any going. Won here (2m4f) on Boxing Day but he's not matched that in two runs since; new headgear.
2	2 \|PU\| (2) (3/1 +40%) Joe Cotton	3 3/1(+40%)	(2) Joe Cotton 3/1, Didn't see out the longer trip on easier ground when well beaten in a handicap chase at Windsor latest; had been in good form prior; effective from 2m-2m5f, acts on heavy and good ground; consistent until that run. Consistent sort but he had a blip last time and he's never raced at shorter than 2m3f.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (10/3 -48%) Jack Black	3.333333 10/3(-48%)	(3) Jack Black 10/3, Improved from his debut in first-time cheekpieces when taken on up front and setting it up for a closer, finishing second beaten 5 1/2l in a handicap chase at Taunton latest; effective around 2m with cut; more to come chasing off what looks a good mark based on his hurdle form. Unexposed chaser who was a front-running second at Taunton last time; shortlisted.

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BETTER OFF ALONE showed the benefit of wind surgery when posting a much better effort on the heavy going at Uttoxeter. He could go close off an unchanged mark with the addition of blinkers promising to bring about further improvement. Royal Mer is mostly consistent and could land a blow, despite the burden of carrying top-weight, while Jack Black may cope with the testing conditions underfoot better than Joe Cotton.

Preference is for Dan Skelton's unexposed chaser JACK BLACK, who found improvement when a front-running second at Taunton last month.

15:23 Wincanton (Class 4) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:35 Ascot (Class 1) 21f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (4/9 +11%) Jonbon	0.444444 4/9(+11%)	(5) Jonbon 4/9, Winner of 11 G1s and landed the Clarence House Chase (Grade 1) here by 3l last time rallying having been outpaced. Trainer in form. Effective over 2-2 1/2m and acts on any ground. Top-class chaser who has reached his level but is generally consistent away from Cheltenham and worth another go at 2 1/2m. Tough to oppose. Strong finish over 2m1f at Ascot last time, recording an 11th Grade 1 win; 2-2 over 2m4f.
2	6 2nd (6) (2/1 +11%) Pic D'orhy	2 2/1(+11%)	(6) Pic D'orhy 2/1, Winner of three G1s and successful in this race in 2024 and 2025. Was 36l third in the 1965 Chase (Grade 2) here on his most recent run where race came too soon. Off a short break, best at 2m5f and needs a sound surface. Remains competitive in his favourite contest but bit to find with favourite on the figures and conditions a worry. Record of 5-9 over fences at Ascot features emphatic wins in this race for last two years.
3	1 3rd (1) (33/1 +18%) Blow Your Wad	33 33/1(+18%)	(1) Blow Your Wad 33/1, Made mistakes and was made too much use of when beaten 8 1/2l in the Silver Cup Handicap Chase here last time. Had been in good form prior. Off a short break, effective over 2 1/2-3m and well treated on Graded novice form. Vulnerable at this level. Useful for Tom Lacey but faces a stiff task at this level on debut for new yard.
4	3 4th (3) (11/1 -10%) Edwardstone	11 11/1(-10%)	(3) Edwardstone 11/1, Winner of three G1s and landed the Silviniaco Conti Chase (Grade 2) at Kempton by 2l last time though slightly fortunate. Best at 2m and just about stays 2 1/2m at sharp tracks. Former Tingle Creek winner who is not the force of old and looks more a G2/3 performer now. 12 years old but bagged Grade 2 honours last time; Grade 1 winner in his prime.
5th	4 5th (4) (50/1 +67%) Heltenham	50 50/1(+67%)	(4) Heltenham 50/1, Fell in a handicap chase here last time when making ground. Effective around 2m4f and acts on good to soft and good ground. On a winning mark, goes well at Newbury and arrives in form but looks out of depth. Handicapper who is out of his depth in this grade; faller on last two starts.
2	2 \|PU\| (2) (125/1 +17%) Classic Maestro	125 125/1(+17%)	(2) Classic Maestro 125/1, Returned to form off a reduced mark when second, beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap chase at Sandown last time. Enjoys making it and is effective at 2m, suited by plenty of cut. Needs to build on that latest effort. All wins at about 2m; has the worst chance at the weights; easily opposed.

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Another bold bid is anticipated from Pic D'Orhy, who bids to win this for the third time in succession, but JONBON could prove too good on this occasion. Nicky Henderson's high-class chaser bagged yet another Grade 1 when landing the Clarence House in determined fashion over 2m1f here last month. A dual winner over 2m4f, this extra furlong looks within his compass and he could prove hard to stop. Edwardstone bounced back with a Grade 2 success at Kempton last time and completes the shortlist.

This year's Ascot Chase is centred around the oldies, with 10yo JONBON, 11yo Pic D'orhy and 12yo Edwardstone the main players.

15:35 Ascot (Class 1) 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:40 Gowran Park (Class 1) 19f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (4/9 +0%) Impaire Et Passe	0.444444 4/9(+0%)	(1) Impaire Et Passe 4/9, Winner of five Grade 1s and the yard has won the last three runnings of this race. Brought down mid-race in the Grade 1 Champion Novice Chase at the Punchestown Festival most recently; returning from a long layoff with the top jockey back on board; effective over 2m-2m5f on soft and good; classy performer, still only an 8yo and retains potential. Top-class hurdler, two Grade 1 novice chase wins last season, strong form when fresh.
2	4 2nd (4) (4/1 -60%) Sa Fureur	4 4/1(-60%)	(4) Sa Fureur 4/1, Travelled and ran to form before flattening out late up the hill when fourth, beaten 2l, in a handicap hurdle at Navan latest. Trainer in form; effective over 2m4f-2m7f and acts on any ground; better over fences and a strong chance at these weights back chasing for the first time in 14 months. Has failed to exploit lower hurdles mark since his last chase win. good chance in theory.
3	2 3rd (2) (5/1 +9%) Classic Getaway	5 5/1(+9%)	(2) Classic Getaway 5/1, Won this race last year; outpaced and well held when well beaten in the O'Driscoll's Irish Whiskey New Year's Day Chase (Grade 3) at Tramore latest. Effective over 2m4f-2m7f on soft and good; capable of a good run and likely to get his own way. Upset an odds-on stablemate in this race last year, yet to recapture best form since then.
4	3 4th (3) (20/1 -82%) Buddy One	20 20/1(-82%)	(3) Buddy One 20/1, Found the ground too testing when pulled up in a Listed Handicap Hurdle at Navan latest. Cheekpieces are fitted for the first time and he returns from a short break; effective at 3m and suited by decent ground, but looks up against it here. Maiden win on the Flat last summer has been the only bright spot for a long time.

LTO Selection:

IMPAIRE ET PASSE hasn't been seen since last year's Punchestown festival, but his record when fresh is reassuring and he is taken to outclass his rivals. The five-time Grade 1 winner is well suited by this trip and, while he would prefer the ground to be less testing, should handle conditions. In receipt of 9lb, Sa Fureur is weighted to beat the selection on their respective ratings but he had a hard race over hurdles last time and hasn't run over fences since landing a Navan handicap in late 2024. Last year's winner Classic Getaway has been below-par in both outings this term but cannot be written off.

Classic Getaway provided a surprise 12 months ago, but stablemate IMPAIRE ET PASSE runs well fresh and should be too good for him

15:40 Gowran Park (Class 1) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:45 Lingfield (Class 6) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (5/1 +23%) Ebn Sabt	5 5/1(+23%)	(1) Ebn Sabt 5/1, Late headway but had too much to do when beaten 3 1/4l off this mark at Kempton last time; blinkers are applied for the first time. Effective over 7/8f and acts on AW; better than the bare form of that latest run. Three solid runs in handicaps but he'll need today's change of headgear to spark extra.
2	5 2nd (5) (4/1 +11%) Aneirin's Sword	4 4/1(+11%)	(5) Aneirin's Sword 4/1, Outpaced and possibly bit below best off slow pace when second beaten 3 1/4l off 63 last time, same mark here; suited by 8f, acts on AW; game and may yet have more to offer. Improved for 1m/handicaps this year but he was left trailing by Who's On First on Sunday.
3	4 3rd (4) (20/1 -167%) Corniche Girl	20 20/1(-167%)	(4) Corniche Girl 20/1, Had a bit too much to do but was back to form when beaten 2l off a 1lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time. Effective over 5/6f and suited by hold-up tactics; largely consistent. Unlucky in running over 6f last month; stamina for 1m has to be taken on trust.
4	2 4th (2) (5/2 -11%) Who's On First	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(2) Who's On First 5/2, Had the run of the race, setting slow fractions in front when landing a handicap by 3 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Chelmsford last time. Effective at 8f and acts on AW; holds a good chance under a penalty. Easy win at Chelmsford on Sunday (1m); solid claims under a penalty.
5th	7 5th (7) (22/1 -38%) Prancy Peer	22 22/1(-38%)	(7) Prancy Peer 22/1, A slow break led to a wide trip and too much to do when beaten 3 1/2l off a 2lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time. Effective at 6/7f and may stay 8f, acts on AW; consistent and may find a bit if things fall right. No progress for handicapping as yet; return to 1m can help and edging down the weights.
6th	6 6th (6) (3/1 -9%) Uncle Nader	3 3/1(-9%)	(6) Uncle Nader 3/1, Plenty to do, improving in another set of headgear landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark here last time; usually held up; effective at 7/8f, acts on G and AW; can still be competitive. Unexposed 3yo who won well over C&D last month; not missed with 6lb rise but can't ignore.
7th	3 7th (3) (28/1 -27%) Angry Ant	28 28/1(-27%)	(3) Angry Ant 28/1, Had a wide trip after being squeezed out at the start and may not have stayed when well beaten in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time. Stays 8f and acts on AW; this drop back in trip may help. Flopped on handicap debut (9.5f) two weeks ago; needs to leave that well behind.

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WHO'S ON FIRST reaped the rewards of a smart ride to shed his maiden tag at Chelmsford last Sunday and is quickly turned out under a penalty. With Jack Dace negating most of that with his claim, he looks the one to beat. Uncle Nader showed improvement in first-time cheekpieces when successful over C&D and should mount a bold bid, despite being 6lb higher. Corniche Girl is another to watch out for.

Last-time-out winners Who's On First and UNCLE NADER can fight this out. The latter is marginally preferred.

15:45 Lingfield (Class 6) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:50 Haydock (Class 2) 24f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	11 1st (11) (9/2 +50%) Champagne Chic	4.5 9/2(+50%)	(11) Champagne Chic 9/2, Improved and showed a good attitude when landing a handicap by 2l off a 6lb lower mark at Wincanton last time. Usually held up; effective from 2m-2m7f and acts on any; open to progress as a stayer. Clear with a progressive sort at Wincanton latest so a 6lb rise may not stop him.
2	7 2nd (7) (6/1 -9%) Minella Emperor	6 6/1(-9%)	(7) Minella Emperor 6/1, Ran to form up in trip when second beaten 4l in a novice hurdle at Thurles latest; effective 2m3f-2m5f, acts on any; steadily progressing. Second in novice latest; very interesting handicap newcomer for his much-respected stable.
3	15 3rd (15) (11/1 +39%) Found A Diamond	11 11/1(+39%)	(15) Found A Diamond 11/1, Ran to form when third, beaten 8 1/4l off 114 last time and is 4lb higher here. Effective up to 3m1f and acts on HY and G; in form and not ruled out. Stepped up to around 3m for handicap career, winning at Navan and third at Fairyhouse.
4	4 4th (4) (18/1 -50%) Red Dirt Road	18 18/1(-50%)	(4) Red Dirt Road 18/1, May have needed the run when pulled up in the Heroes Handicap Hurdle at Sandown latest. Enjoys making it and is effective from 2m4f-2m7f with cut; should come on for that outing. Two wins last winter but pulled up final start and again on recent reappearance.
5th	14 5th (14) (25/1 +11%) Thanksforthehelp	25 25/1(+11%)	(14) Thanksforthehelp 25/1, Made too much use of when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Ascot last time. Effective from 2m4f-3m on S and G; mark looks high enough. Decent record in big fields, including Punchestown win last May; below par since.
6th	5 6th (5) (17/2 -6%) Doughmore Bay	8.5 17/2(-6%)	(5) Doughmore Bay 17/2, Returned to form back over hurdles when beaten 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Windsor last time. Effective at 3m and acts on S and GS; looks on a good mark over hurdles. Runner-up in series final previous C&D run; second to Go To War at Windsor latest; player.
7th	9 7th (9) (9/1 -6%) Go To War	9 9/1(-6%)	(9) Go To War 9/1, Returned to form on easy ground when landing a Handicap Hurdle by 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Windsor last time. Trainer in form; effective from 2m-3m and acts on S and G; inconsistent and a revised mark will demand more. Fended off Doughmore Bay in similar race at Windsor (soft) last month; off 6lb higher now.
8th	6 8th (6) (50/1 -213%) Cave Court	50 50/1(-213%)	(6) Cave Court 50/1, Hampered mid-race and forced wide at the home bend before finding little down the field in a handicap chase at Galway most recently. Effective from 2m-2m5f with cut; may need this back hurdling after a break. Off since below-par run over fences at Galway in August and might be best watched.
3	3 \|F\| (3) (20/1 -82%) Chart Topper	20 20/1(-82%)	(3) Chart Topper 20/1, Hampered by a faller and eased when pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham latest. Returning from a break; effective from 2m4f-3m and acts on S and G. Excuses for that run and could bounce back. Third at Galway in August; hampered and pulled up at Cheltenham since; remains unexposed.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (8/1 +11%) Off The Jury	8 8/1(+11%)	(8) Off The Jury 8/1, Ran to form when second, beaten 3 1/2l, in a maiden hurdle at Ffos Las latest; tongue-tie first time. Effective from 2m4f-3m and acts on S and G; good form and has undergone another wind operation. Went close in good handicap last term and could figure if reacting well to wind op.
1	1 \|PU\| (1) (9/1 +44%) Stay Away Fay	9 9/1(+44%)	(1) Stay Away Fay 9/1, Rallied gamely, returned to form in first-time blinkers under positive ride beaten 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark here last time; effective up to 3m1f, acts on S and G; well treated on old form, needs to build on recent revival. Showed he's still smart when second over C&D in blinkers latest; claims if building on it.
16	16 \|PU\| (16) (11/2 +54%) Gwennie May Star	5.5 11/2(+54%)	(16) Gwennie May Star 11/2, Improved up in trip, aided by leaders getting racing early, when landing a handicap by 3l off a 6lb lower mark at Warwick last time; tongue-tie first time. Effective from 2m-3m; steadily progressive and unexposed as a stayer. The way he powered clear late on at Warwick recently suggests he can do better again.
13	13 \|PU\| (13) (13/2 +64%) Jupiter Des Mottes	6.5 13/2(+64%)	(13) Jupiter Des Mottes 13/2, Outpaced, needed run on chase debut down the field in a handicap chase at Carlisle most recent; returning from a break; effective 2m4f-3m with cut; unexposed back hurdling. Disappointed on chase debut/return but remains unexposed having rejoined Nicky Richards.

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STAY AWAY FAY bounced back to form in first-time blinkers here last month. He finished a resolute second to the progressive Dalston Lad and is taken to go one better, despite a 4lb rise, with Paul Nicholls' yard in such good form. Nurse Susan arrives in fine fettle having landed a double with a Listed success at Sandown, while Doughmore Bay may well reverse latest running at Windsor with the winner Go To War now on better terms.

This is competitive but CHAMPAGNE CHIC (nap)'s latest Wincanton defeat of another progressive sort (pair clear) appeals as strong form.

15:50 Haydock (Class 2) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:00 Wincanton (Class 4) 25f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (5/2 +50%) Camulus	2.5 5/2(+50%)	(4) Camulus 5/2, Lazy, forced to switch, came back on the bridle and did it comfortably, improving up in trip when landing a handicap by 2 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark at Taunton last time; returning from a long layoff; effective over 3m; progressive but quirky, a threat if fit. Ended last season with two wins and he needs close look on his comeback.
2	7 2nd (7) (7/2 +13%) Cooleenymore	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(7) Cooleenymore 7/2, Ran to form, benefitting from a patient ride off a strong pace when landing a handicap by 5l off a 6lb lower mark at Fontwell last time; effective over 3m and suited by cut; in form and not fully exposed over fences. 10yo who made it 2-5 over fences when scoring in good style at Fontwell; respected.
3	1 3rd (1) (6/4 +40%) Saladins Son	1.5 6/4(+40%)	(1) Saladins Son 6/4, Won this last year; every chance, ran to form and flattened out late when fourth beaten 12l in a handicap chase at Haydock latest; off a short break; stays 3m1f; in form but heavy ground a slight worry. Unexposed chaser who won this last year and he's respected on this big drop back in grade.
4	5 4th (5) (25/1 +0%) Supervisor	25 25/1(+0%)	(5) Supervisor 25/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Chepstow latest; effective around 3m; capable of better but inconsistent. 12yo who has struggled in his two runs this winter and he needs to turn things around.
5th	2 5th (2) (14/1 -40%) Take Your Time	14 14/1(-40%)	(2) Take Your Time 14/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase here latest; C&D winner on heavy ground; trainer in form; effective over 3m-3m2f with cut; plenty to prove but handicapper has relented. 3-9 over fences but he's been pulled up in last three runs; needs a major revival.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (8/1 +20%) Concetto	8 8/1(+20%)	(3) Concetto 8/1, Travelled well and back to form, slightly overdid the fractions and set it up for a closer when beaten 3l off a 2lb lower mark at Market Rasen last time; enjoys making it; effective over 3m; back in form. Four-time chase winner who was a clear second at Market Rasen last time; in the mix.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Camulus completed a double at Taunton when last seen and is noted but, with his stable currently out of form, preference is for CONCETTO. The nine-year-old finished a long way clear of the third when filling the runner-up spot in this grade at Market Rasen and a similar display might be good enough. C&D scorer Take Your Time is another to note.

Last year's winner SALADINS SON has run two solid races this season and could be a major force on this big drop back in grade.

16:00 Wincanton (Class 4) 25f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:10 Ascot (Class 3) 23f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	13 1st (13) (14/1 -56%) Walden	14 14/1(-56%)	(13) Walden 14/1, Scored by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Huntingdon on his penultimate start; off a short break; effective over 2 1/2m; form franked, progressing until the latest and could improve when upped in trip. Made all at Huntingdon (2m4f) in December; held since; not bred for this new trip.
2	12 2nd (12) (11/1 -69%) Diamatiste	11 11/1(-69%)	(12) Diamatiste 11/1, Ran to form and benefitted from an easy lead when beaten a length off a 3lb lower mark at Exeter last time; effective over 2m4f-3m; consistent. In the frame at Exeter on all three starts this season; needs to find extra here.
3	10 3rd (10) (22/1 -22%) Oh My Johnny	22 22/1(-22%)	(10) Oh My Johnny 22/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Wincanton last time; cheekpieces on for the first time; effective over 2m-2m7f; form in and out of late. Looked laboured on recent outings; needs new cheekpieces to perk him up.
4	1 4th (1) (5/1 +44%) Kalium	5 5/1(+44%)	(1) Kalium 5/1, Ran to form when just flattening out late up in trip back from a break, 7 1/4l third in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster last time; enjoys making it; off a short break; effective over 2-2 1/4m; steadily progressive and should come on for the latest run. Absent since encouraging seasonal debut in November but completely unexposed as a stayer.
5th	16 5th (16) (16/1 +27%) Confinentic	16 16/1(+27%)	(16) Confinentic 16/1, Ran to form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Lingfield last time; effective over 2m-2m4f; almost certainly capable of better but the mark demands it. Shaped well before fading into sixth at Lingfield (2m3f) last month; still has low mileage.
6th	17 6th (17) (50/1 -52%) Striking A Pose	50 50/1(-52%)	(17) Striking A Pose 50/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Fontwell last time; off a short break; effective over 2 1/2-3m; back below his last winning mark but must bounce back after a couple of below-par efforts. On the downgrade now and ended 2025 with two disappointing efforts.
7th	4 7th (4) (33/1 -83%) Loup De Maulde	33 33/1(-83%)	(4) Loup De Maulde 33/1, Proved well handicapped when landing a handicap by a neck off this mark at Taunton last time; absent for a very lengthy period; effective up to 3m1f; firmly on the up when last seen and a player if fit. Fourth in this race in 2024; absent since pair of 2m7f chase wins the following month.
8th	9 8th (9) (33/1 -136%) Sea Invasion	33 33/1(-136%)	(9) Sea Invasion 33/1, Outpaced but returned to form back up in trip, benefitting from his reappearance when beaten 2l off a 3lb lower mark at Kempton last time; effective over 2m4f-3m2f; running into form this term over fences but ground a concern back over hurdles. Much better known as a chaser now; slow ground a big worry on return to hurdling.
9th	8 9th (8) (18/1 +0%) High Treason	18 18/1(+0%)	(8) High Treason 18/1, Returned to form back over hurdles when beaten 8l in a handicap hurdle at Newbury last time; effective over 2 1/2-3m; inconsistent. Gave good account when back over hurdles in first-time visor at Newbury last month.
10th	18 10th (18) (6/1 +0%) Top Guy	6 6/1(+0%)	(18) Top Guy 6/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off an 8lb lower mark at Aintree on his penultimate start; too much to do having conceded first run when second, beaten 5 1/2l off 103 last time, 3lb higher here but that good form; effective over 2 1/2-3m; more to come in handicaps over staying trips. Came good at Aintree in December and ran well in defeat in big field last month; a player.
11th	15 11th (15) (14/1 -56%) Stratton Oakmont	14 14/1(-56%)	(15) Stratton Oakmont 14/1, Below form in a better race when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster last time; off a short break; effective over 3m; inconsistent. Won well on seasonal debut (after wind op) but well held since; younger rivals preferred.
12th	7 12th (7) (50/1 -127%) Il Va De Soi	50 50/1(-127%)	(7) Il Va De Soi 50/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Kempton last time; effective at 2m4f; yet to fire over fences and plenty to prove now back hurdling. Chasing has not gone to plan this season but he reverts to hurdling on a workable mark.
13th	5 13th (5) (12/1 +45%) Yellow Star	12 12/1(+45%)	(5) Yellow Star 12/1, Scored by 4l off a 5lb lower mark at Warwick on his penultimate start; made too much use of up in class off a revised mark when 11th beaten 31l off 121 last time, 1lb lower here; effective over 2m-2m5f; mark may prove too tough. Good winner at Warwick (2m5f) in December but stamina might be stretched here.
14th	14 14th (14) (6/1 -71%) Crazierthandaisy	6 6/1(-71%)	(14) Crazierthandaisy 6/1, Scored by a length off a 5lb lower mark at Warwick three starts back; trainer in form; effective around 2m4f and appears best on a sound surface; form in and out of late but last run good form; could reverse placings with Top Guy. Kept on for fourth of 17 at Newbury (3m) last month and remains unexposed as a stayer.
15th	11 15th (11) (11/2 +21%) Solar System	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(11) Solar System 11/2, Travelled well and looked a threat but did not find much up in trip, needing the run when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Haydock last time; well treated on last win; effective over 2m-2m4f; should come on for that and worth another go at 3m. Made good progress last season and positives can be drawn from his reappearance run.
16th	3 16th (3) (25/1 -79%) Hung Jury	25 25/1(-79%)	(3) Hung Jury 25/1, Scored by 4l off a 2lb lower mark at Cheltenham three starts back; never travelled when well held up in class and pulled up in the Coral Welsh Grand National last time; needs even further than 3m; progressive until the latest and a stamina test suits. Thorough stayer; didn't fire in Welsh National; hurdling ability tricky to gauge.
17th	2 17th (2) (33/1 -136%) Operation Manna	33 33/1(-136%)	(2) Operation Manna 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Wincanton last time; effective over 2 1/2-3m; below his last winning mark and could bounce back on his return to hurdles. Second on seasonal/chase debut in December; quickly back hurdling after lacklustre run.
18th	6 18th (6) (6/1 -9%) Heart Over Head	6 6/1(-9%)	(6) Heart Over Head 6/1, Keen and did it cosily, improving again when landing a handicap by 2l off a 7lb lower mark at Market Rasen last time; effective over 2-2 3/4m; improving as the trip increases and more to come as a stayer. Improving 7yo who bids for a hat-trick after emphatic wins at Uttoxeter and Market Rasen.

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Wins at Uttoxeter and Market Rasen suggest Heart Over Head might still be ahead of the handicapper, even after another 7lb rise, but this is competitive and a chance is taken on SOLAR SYSTEM. The seven-year-old is on a workable mark based on the pick of his form and he could bounce back here. Crazierthandaisy is worth a second look, as is Walden, while it would be dangerous to rule out both Top Guy and Kalium.

The suggestion is SOLAR SYSTEM, who made good progress last season and made an encouraging reappearance last month.

16:10 Ascot (Class 3) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:15 Gowran Park 19f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	4 1st (4) (4/9 +28%) King Alexander	0.444444 4/9(+28%)	(4) King Alexander 4/9, Yard has won 4 of the last 8 runnings of this race; ran to form when third in a beginners' chase here on his most recent run. Top jockey back on board; effective over 2m4f-3m and acts on any; more to come over fences for this top yard and a good chance. 4-13 over hurdles and rated 136, has gone close in two chase starts, should collect now.
2	7 2nd (7) (40/1 +0%) Yoradreamer	40 40/1(+0%)	(7) Yoradreamer 40/1, Yard has won 4 of the last 8 runnings of this race; comfortably held in a beginners' chase at Navan last time. Effective over 2m-2m4f and suited by a sound surface; prefers positive handling, yet to fire over fences and should come on for his latest run. Tailed off in the Navan race contested by Ballybow four weeks ago, stable outsider.
3	3 3rd (3) (13/2 -8%) Da Capo Glory	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(3) Da Capo Glory 13/2, Likes the track and improved from his debut on better ground, just outstayed late and aided by carnage when 17l third in a beginners' chase at Punchestown on his most recent run. Effective over 2m4f-3m with cut; probably one for handicaps over fences. Jumped badly and pulled up on chasing debut, much improved on second attempt, more needed.
4	1 4th (1) (17/2 +47%) Ballybow	8.5 17/2(+47%)	(1) Ballybow 17/2, Jumped abysmally and was hampered when struggling, comfortably held in a beginners' chase at Navan last time. Trainer in form; effective over 3m with cut. Useful hurdler yet to fire over fences, but first-time blinkers may help. Fair 128-rated hurdler, not yet as effective as a chaser, needs to jump better, blinkered.
5th	2 5th (2) (4/1 -33%) Champagne Jury	4 4/1(-33%)	(2) Champagne Jury 4/1, Improved to get off the mark as a hurdler when winning an auction hurdle here by 2 1/4l last time. Effective over 2m-2m2f and acts on heavy and yielding; placed in a point and brings potential to fences. Course 2m maiden hurdle winner, ground will not be an issue, should take to chasing now.
6th	8 6th (8) (200/1 0%) L'amiral Fromentin	200 200/1(0%)	(8) L'amiral Fromentin 200/1, Outclassed on chase debut when well beaten in a beginners' chase at Thurles on his latest start. A pointer with it all to prove under rules until handicapping. No worthwhile form in points, 100-1 when tailed off on racecourse debut at Thurles.
7th	5 7th (5) (250/1 -25%) Mistyburn	250 250/1(-25%)	(5) Mistyburn 250/1, Pulled up in a beginners' chase at Punchestown on his latest start. Usually held up; a 3m point winner who has yet to fire under rules. Weak form over hurdles, one to avoid after being pulled up in his first two chase starts.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (14/1 -17%) Mr Escobar	14 14/1(-17%)	(6) Mr Escobar 14/1, Yard has won 4 of the last 8 runnings of this race; too keen, made mistakes and needed the run when comfortably held in a beginners' chase at Wexford last time. Effective over 2m-2m5f on a sound surface; off over six months and the ground is a worry. Made a low-key chase debut at Wexford last August, absent since, probably best watched now.

LTO Selection:

KING ALEXANDER, who is proven with regards to trip and ground, has been narrowly beaten on his first two starts over fences and sets a good standard. He went close at Naas in December at a time when a lot of Willie Mullins' string were needing their reappearance outings, and duly improved on that when going down by a short neck to a pair of stablemates here on Thyestes Day. Useful hurdler Da Capo Glory ran creditably when third over 3m at Punchestown but this trip may suit better, while recent course hurdles winner Champagne Jury might do even better now sent over fences.

If settling a little better than on his first two starts over fences, KING ALEXANDER looks good enough to win a race of this standard.

16:15 Gowran Park 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:20 Lingfield (Class 5) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (8/11 +55%) Combustion	0.727273 8/11(+55%)	(5) Combustion 8/11, Bit keen but ran to best landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 3lb lower mark here last time; best at 6f, acts well on AW; latest form boosted and can go well again off this mark. Improving sprinter; 3lb rise for latest C&D win unlikely to prove beyond him.
2	4 2nd (4) (7/1 -75%) All Too Beautiful	7 7/1(-75%)	(4) All Too Beautiful 7/1, Not the best of runs in her bid for a four-timer when fifth here last time. Effective at 6/7f and acts on AW, and with excuses for that latest effort she could bounce back. Met trouble in bid for four-timer here 16 days ago; career best needed but not impossible.
3	2 3rd (2) (11/1 -83%) Diamond Dreamer	11 11/1(-83%)	(2) Diamond Dreamer 11/1, Ran to form when beaten 2l off this mark at Chelmsford last time. Effective at 5/6f and acts on AW, and the step back up in trip may help. Down in weights and not beaten far over 5f last month; one to consider.
4	1 4th (1) (3/1 -20%) Mart	3 3/1(-20%)	(1) Mart 3/1, Ran to form beaten a neck off a 2lb lower mark here last time; suited by 6f, acts on any; below last winning mark and chance once again. Conditions to suit and ran well here last month; up 2lb but should be in the mix.
5th	6 5th (6) (12/1 +25%) Ottawa	12 12/1(+25%)	(6) Ottawa 12/1, No-show from off the pace when sixth, beaten 6 1/2l off 65 last time, and he is 1lb lower here. Effective at 6f and acts on AW, and remains on a competitive mark if bouncing back. 6f win at Southwell in December has been followed by two poor runs; new headgear today.
6th	7 6th (7) (50/1 -25%) Stapleford Park	50 50/1(-25%)	(7) Stapleford Park 50/1, Again below his 2024 form when fourth, beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap here last time. Effective at 6/7f, but out of form and still not fully proven on AW. Latest C&D run was a bit better but he still has more to prove than his rivals.
7th	3 7th (3) (40/1 -264%) Due Date	40 40/1(-264%)	(3) Due Date 40/1, Bit wide and below form when beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap at Chelmsford last time. Had been in good form prior, is off a short break, suited by 6f, but needs more off this mark. Four 6f wins in the second half of 2025; less good upped to Class 5 latest; absent 72 days.

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COMBUSTION got the better of a subsequent winner when justifying favouritism over track and trip last month and a 3lb rise might prove to be lenient. With a similar performance, he could be hard to stop. All Too Beautiful and Due Date both failed in their bids for four-timers but it would be foolish to write either of them off.

Mart should go well again but COMBUSTION (nap) is a handicapper on the up and it is unlikely he has reachd his ceiling just yet.

16:20 Lingfield (Class 5) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:25 Newcastle (Class 5) 10f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (7/1 -27%) Bearwith	7 7/1(-27%)	(6) Bearwith 7/1, Flattened out having raced freely and met plenty of trouble when beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Southwell last time; suited by 10-12f; capable off this mark and running back into form. C&D winner who got back on track when third at Southwell 25 days ago; needs considering.
2	1 2nd (1) (3/1 +33%) Forest Caper	3 3/1(+33%)	(1) Forest Caper 3/1, Ran to form when beaten 2l off this mark at Southwell last time; effective over 7-10f; consistent maiden who could be ready for this step back up in trip. 0-17 but good fourth at Southwell latest; effective at this longer trip so shortlisted.
3	7 3rd (7) (9/1 -13%) Jack Sparowe	9 9/1(-13%)	(7) Jack Sparowe 9/1, Yard won this last year; never threatened when beaten 10l in a handicap at Kempton last time; suited by 10-12f; bounce back needed. On a losing sequence and he's been well below par over C&D and at Kempton last two runs.
4	4 4th (4) (5/1 -11%) Mao Shang Wong	5 5/1(-11%)	(4) Mao Shang Wong 5/1, Ran to form when beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; hood first time; sire a miler and dam a sprinter; effective at 1m; possibly a bit flattered by a maiden outlier but in decent form. Solid third at Wolverhampton 12 days ago; must enter calculations with a hood added.
5th	5 5th (5) (11/2 +0%) Prince Achille	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(5) Prince Achille 11/2, Ran to form when beaten 3 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; effective over 10-12f; in good form, likes the track and has never won off a mark this high. Not seen to ideal effect when C&D fourth latest; this course specialist is a likely player.
6th	3 6th (3) (11/2 +39%) Golspie	5.5 11/2(+39%)	(3) Golspie 11/2, Scored by 3/4l off a 6lb lower mark here in December; ran to form when fifth beaten 7l off 68 last time, 1lb lower here; suited by 10-12f; consistent. In good form, fifth in 9.5f Wolverhampton handicap 19 days ago; possibilities eased 1lb.
7th	9 7th (9) (12/1 -243%) Star Cast	12 12/1(-243%)	(9) Star Cast 12/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark here on her penultimate start; ran to form when third beaten 3l off 59 last time, same mark here; effective at 8-10f; recent win franked emphatically and should remain competitive. Off the mark over C&D before a good C&D third three weeks ago; can make her presence felt.
8th	2 8th (2) (10/1 +38%) Up The Jazz	10 10/1(+38%)	(2) Up The Jazz 10/1, Far too free when beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap here last time; top course trainer; returning from a break; effective at 10f; in modest form. Winless since 2024 and he's been off for four months since beating only one home over C&D.
9th	8 9th (8) (28/1 -56%) Lieutenant Lily	28 28/1(-56%)	(8) Lieutenant Lily 28/1, Stopped quickly down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recently; returning from a break; effective at 12f; out of form since going handicapping. Last at Kempton on final run for Tom Ward in October; needs yard switch to spark progress.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Forest Caper could be thereabouts returning to this longer trip, but his less-exposed stablemate MAO SHANG WONG is preferred. David O'Meara's charge was having only his second start in a handicap when placed at Wolverhampton recently and he remains of interest off a workable mark with a first-time hood possibly bringing out further improvement. Prince Achille saves his best for this track and is no forlorn hope.

Plenty with chances but PRINCE ACHILLE wasn't seen to ideal effect when fourth here last time and is taken to garner a sixth C&D win.

16:25 Newcastle (Class 5) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:30 Haydock (Class 3) 22f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (3/1 -150%) Unexpected Party	3 3/1(-150%)	(2) Unexpected Party 3/1, Travelled, did it cosily when winning a hunter chase at Taunton by 4 1/2l last time; effective 2m-2m6f, acts on S and G; consistent in top handicaps and more to come in hunter chases. Useful handicapper who made a winning hunter chase debut last month.
2	4 2nd (4) (11/2 +21%) Take All	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(4) Take All 11/2, Ran to form when beaten 2 1/2l into third in a hunter chase at Ludlow on his most recent run. Usually held up. Effective at 2m4f and barely gets 3m. Acts on any ground but is suited by decent ground. Others are favoured. Ran well when fifth in this race a year ago and has some notable form since.
3	1 3rd (1) (4/5 +60%) Shearer	0.8 4/5(+60%)	(1) Shearer 4/5, Yard has won 4 of last 10 runnings of race; ran well for long way, jumped and travelled before fading into fifth in the Foxhunters at Cheltenham last March; trainer in form; returning from long layoff; effective up to 3m2f, acts on Hy and G; smart hunter chaser, the one to beat if ready to roll. Won two hunter chases in this month last year; fifth at Cheltenham Festival on last start.
4	6 4th (6) (8/1 -14%) Good Boy Bobby	8 8/1(-14%)	(6) Good Boy Bobby 8/1, Ran to form, possibly challenged a bit early off a strong pace and flattened out when beaten 6l into third in a handicap chase at Newbury on his most recent run. Effective up to 3m and acts on soft and good to soft ground. Respected on hunter chase debut. Long in the tooth now but was still useful last season and has good record when fresh.
5th	7 5th (7) (66/1 -100%) Settle Down Jill	66 66/1(-100%)	(7) Settle Down Jill 66/1, Well below form and the ground was too soft when pulled up in a handicap chase at Fakenham last time. Off a short break. Probably needs 2m4f and acts on good ground. A point winner who is up in trip for her hunter chase debut. Didn't really fulfull potential for Dan Skelton; changed hands after poor run in December.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (20/1 -100%) Lift Me Up	20 20/1(-100%)	(3) Lift Me Up 20/1, Ran to form when winning an open point at Garthorpe by a neck two starts back. Needed the run when fourth in a similar race on his return. Effective up to 3m4f on soft and good ground but has a bit to find with the pick of these. Won under rules last season and made satisfactory return in open point; could have a say.

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UNEXPECTED PARTY made short work of the opposition when returning the easy winner at Taunton. That was his first start in hunter chase company and Dan Skelton's charge can make the most of these favourable terms once again. Shearer made a winning reappearance in one of these events at Ffos Las last year and he can feature, while Take All ran well for third at Ludlow.

Preference is for SHEARER, who returned from a long layoff with some useful hunter chase form last season.

16:30 Haydock (Class 3) 22f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:37 Wincanton (Class 4) 24f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (6/4 +25%) Call Me Legend	1.5 6/4(+25%)	(1) Call Me Legend 6/4, Improved for the step up in trip when landing a handicap by a length off a 4lb lower mark at Exeter last time. Effective over 2-2 1/2m and acts on good to soft and good; in form and may have more to offer as a stayer. Scored cosily at Exeter (2m7f) last month; up 4lb but has more to offer so a big player.
2	3 2nd (3) (6/1 +40%) Crossgales King	6 6/1(+40%)	(3) Crossgales King 6/1, Ran to form and saw out the longer trip when fourth, beaten 5 1/4l, in a handicap hurdle at Exeter latest. Effective from 2-3m and acts on good to soft; may do better in handicaps over hurdles and is unexposed as a stayer. Good fourth on handicap debut at Exeter latest; he's one to consider here.
3	2 3rd (2) (9/4 +44%) Seatoit	2.25 9/4(+44%)	(2) Seatoit 9/4, Travelled well and, despite mistakes, showed improvement when fourth, beaten 4 1/4l, in a handicap hurdle at Warwick latest. That looks good form for the level. Trainer in form; effective from 2m4f-3m and acts on soft and good to soft; still early days but inconsistent. Yet to get his head in front and just a fair fourth at Warwick latest; no forlorn hope.
4	7 4th (7) (7/1 +65%) Bredon Hill Dart	7 7/1(+65%)	(7) Bredon Hill Dart 7/1, Far too free when fourth, beaten 38l, in a handicap hurdle at Hereford latest. Effective from 2m4f-3m and acts on soft and good to soft; the mark looks stiff. Remote fourth of seven in 3m1f Hereford handicap last month; others appeal more.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (9/1 +44%) Badentaggart	9 9/1(+44%)	(6) Badentaggart 9/1, Ran to form on handicap debut, suited by a positive ride at this sharp track, when fourth, beaten 15l, in a handicap hurdle here latest. Effective over 2 1/2m and acts on soft; probably a bit more to come in handicaps. Very good fourth of 11 in 2m4f handicap here 16 days ago; shortlisted eased 1lb here.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (16/1 -300%) Annie Express	16 16/1(-300%)	(4) Annie Express 16/1, Scored by 4 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Ludlow on her penultimate start. Below form on softer ground when fifth, beaten 31l off 96, last time and may have found the race coming too soon; 6lb higher here; inconsistent. Easy winner over fences at Ludlow but only fifth at Huntingdon since; still not ruled out.

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CALL ME LEGEND ran a career best when victorious at this level at Exeter last month and, based on that performance, he will relish this extra yardage. Off just a 4lb higher figure, he could prove tough to beat. Despite taking a keen hold, Don't Tell Rosie did well to finish a creditable third at Chepstow but will definitely need to settle better over this longer trip. Seatoit completes the shortlist.

The improving CALL ME LEGEND looked a stayer on the up when going in at Exeter and can make light of a 4lb rise in the weights.

16:37 Wincanton (Class 4) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:45 Ascot (Class 2) 15f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	8 1st (8) (17/2 +39%) Martini Majesty	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(8) Martini Majesty 17/2, £9,500 Planteur filly. Dam was lightly raced but placed in a hurdle in France so not dismissed. Out of a half-sister to yard's 2m/2m4f Group 1 Flat winner Trueshan; betting informative.
2	5 2nd (5) (5/1 +9%) One Dimensional	5 5/1(+9%)	(5) One Dimensional 5/1, Had too much to do at a sharp track when beaten 6l in the Henrietta Knight Mares' Open NH Flat Race (Listed) at Huntingdon on debut; off a short break; knew her job and should progress a little, and go close when dropped in class. Promising fifth of 14 in Huntingdon Listed bumper on debut; the pick on form.
3	7 3rd (7) (12/1 +70%) Galante De Vassy	12 12/1(+70%)	(7) Galante De Vassy 12/1, Ivanhowe filly; half sister won on the Flat in France; faces a tough enough task on debut. One of two newcomers from yard which has had a first-time-out bumper winner this season.
4	6 4th (6) (50/1 +24%) Queen Marcia	50 50/1(+24%)	(6) Queen Marcia 50/1, Outpaced and well beaten in a modest bumper at Newcastle on her only start; returning from a long layoff and likely to need more time. 33-1, faded into sixth on Newcastle debut 315 days ago.
5th	10 5th (10) (5/2 +72%) Ms Des Fois	2.5 5/2(+72%)	(10) Ms Des Fois 5/2, 28,000 euros Soldier Of Fortune filly; half-sister to Ms Parfois, very smart from 24f to 32f; yard gets plenty of firs time out winners in this sphere. Market confidence would look significant for a yard well known for bumper success.
6th	2 6th (2) (9/2 -13%) Burning Embers	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(2) Burning Embers 9/2, 35,000 euros Getaway mare from a top trainer. Dam was a bumper and hurdles winner so of interest. Much respected newcomer from top yard with a 20% bumper strike-rate in last five seasons.
7th	4 7th (4) (6/1 +45%) Harzandacassandra	6 6/1(+45%)	(4) Harzandacassandra 6/1, £25,000 Harzand mare; half-sister to Speculatrix, who was very useful at 19f. Dam won a bumper first time out so worth a market check. Half-sister to a bumper winner; dam also bumper winner so bred for the job; check betting.
8th	9 8th (9) (16/1 +36%) Miss Roc On Sal	16 16/1(+36%)	(9) Miss Roc On Sal 16/1, Shirocco filly who faces a tough enough task on debut though yard is in decent form and can get first time out winners in this sphere. Out of unraced half-sister to Shishkin; one of two from yard; the betting should guide.
9th	3 9th (3) (6/1 +50%) Grizzled Squirrel	6 6/1(+50%)	(3) Grizzled Squirrel 6/1, Improved for debut experience when 2 1/2l third in a mares' bumper at Uttoxeter on her most recent run; effective at 2m, latest form boosted but may just need this. Promise in good-ground bumper but will need to improve to win this.

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MS DES FOIS is related to the smart stayer Ms Parfois, who won on her debut, and a bold bid would come as no surprise given Anthony Honeyball's record in this type of contest. One Dimensional was not disgraced when fifth on her debut in a Listed event at Huntingdon in December and that experience will be an asset to her. Others to note include Burning Embers and Martini Majesty.

There are a few interesting debutantes but ONE DIMENSIONAL brings Listed form to the table.

16:45 Ascot (Class 2) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:50 Gowran Park 19f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	9 1st (9) (8/1 -7%) Mount Frisco	8 8/1(-7%)	(9) Mount Frisco 8/1, Made too much use of and tired late after errors when fourth beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap chase at Thurles latest. Effective around 2m-2m4f and acts with cut; has dropped to an attractive mark, hinting at better. Positives in his third-place finish at Limerick in Dec' but hasn't built on that.
2	1 2nd (1) (3/1 +14%) Beckett Rock	3 3/1(+14%)	(1) Beckett Rock 3/1, Made mistakes and was outpaced, never threatening when fourth beaten 37l in a beginners' chase at Fairyhouse latest. Effective over 2m-2m6f with cut in the ground and could do much better now handicapping. Hurdles winner makes h'cap debut from 10lb lower mark following poor trio of chase runs.
3	2 3rd (2) (11/2 -83%) Slanagaibhgoleir	5.5 11/2(-83%)	(2) Slanagaibhgoleir 11/2, Improved to get off the mark at his second attempt as a chaser when winning a beginners' chase at Down Royal by 4l last time. Off a short break; effective over 2m4f-3m, acts on heavy and good ground; more to come now handicapping. Won a beginners' last time and towards the head of calculations on h'cap chase debut.
4	3 4th (3) (4/1 -14%) Klass Langy	4 4/1(-14%)	(3) Klass Langy 4/1, Ran to form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown last time. Represents a top course trainer; effective over 2m-2m4f and suited by plenty of cut; unexposed for this yard but his mark demands more back chasing. French winner likely capable of better than what he has shown for new yard to date.
5th	8 5th (8) (17/2 +39%) Mighty Jeremy	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(8) Mighty Jeremy 17/2, Made mistakes and tired late on up in trip when below form, finishing third beaten 35l in a beginners' chase at Punchestown most recent. Effective over 2m4f-2m7f and suited by cut; a veteran who could be well treated for handicaps over fences. Three-time hurdles winner enters h'cap chase company for the first time; others preferred.
6th	6 6th (6) (15/2 -25%) Happy Dreams	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(6) Happy Dreams 15/2, Made too much use of when sixth beaten 13l off 113 last time and is 2lb higher here. Effective over 2m-2m4f and suited by cut; back in form and remains well treated on old efforts. In good form this season, winning twice in Limerick over hurdles and fences; player.
7th	4 7th (4) (33/1 -83%) Dont Go Yet	33 33/1(-83%)	(4) Dont Go Yet 33/1, Outclassed up in grade when down the field in the Listed Barberstown Castle Handicap Chase at Leopardstown most recent. Effective over 2m and acts with cut; generally consistent but needs more at this level. 2-19 over fences; some positive runs in defeat this season but below his best latest.
7	7 \|PU\| (7) (6/1 +57%) Casey West	6 6/1(+57%)	(7) Casey West 6/1, Went clear and made too much use of when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Navan last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m and best with cut in the ground; a drop in trip looks a plus. Hunter chase winner is yet to win a h'cap and optimum trip is probably further than this.
10	10 \|PU\| (10) (12/1 +70%) Petit King	12 12/1(+70%)	(10) Petit King 12/1, Made too much use of when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Leopardstown most recent. Effective over 2m-2m4f with cut in the ground; in moderate form and has enough to prove back chasing. Record of 1-25 and winless from six over fences; moderate runs over hurdles this season.

LTO Selection:

KLASS LANGY looks interesting here with cheekpieces back on. Joseph O'Brien's French import won twice in his native land when this headgear was applied, including a chase over a similar trip at Compiegne last March. The six-year-old was a disappointing favourite at Cheltenham in November, but his jumping held up well there and he has since posted an encouraging sixth over hurdles. Top-weight Beckett Rock has proved a useful hurdler and looks a danger off an opening chase mark 10lb lower than his rating over flights. Second in this last year, Soloman Lane is excused his latest run when hampered by a faller at halfway.

A few in with chances but the vote goes to French winner KLASS LANGY in the hopes he can do better for his new yard now on heavy ground

16:50 Gowran Park 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:55 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	10 1st (10) (5/1 +0%) Yorkshire Glory	5 5/1(+0%)	(10) Yorkshire Glory 5/1, Scored by a neck off a 2lb lower mark here on his penultimate start; ran to form when third, beaten 1 1/4l off 53 last time, the same mark here. Effective over 6-8f; generally in good form, contender once again. Made all to win third race over C&D last month; not disgraced when third here last time.
2	9 2nd (9) (10/3 +39%) Pit Boss	3.333333 10/3(+39%)	(9) Pit Boss 10/3, Ran to form when landing a handicap by a neck off a 3lb lower mark here last time. Trainer in form and usually held up; effective at 6/7f; in form and could have more to offer now he has had his head in front. Beat Spartan Fighter by a neck over C&D ten days ago and should go well if in same form.
3	3 3rd (3) (13/2 +59%) Raft Up	6.5 13/2(+59%)	(3) Raft Up 13/2, Did a bit too much too soon, rushed up from a wide draw having missed the break when beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Southwell last time. Effective at 6f; in good form until latest and the mark has crept up. Three C&D wins; two good C&D runs off this mark after a break in October; a possible.
4	4 4th (4) (22/1 +33%) Andalprofit	22 22/1(+33%)	(4) Andalprofit 22/1, Below form off a revised mark when beaten 5l in a handicap at Southwell last time. Effective over 6/7f; inconsistent C&D winner. Easy C&D win after a break last year and could go well on his first run since November.
5th	5 5th (5) (7/1 +7%) Mayo County	7 7/1(+7%)	(5) Mayo County 7/1, Probably challenged a bit early but ran to form when beaten 2l off this mark at Southwell last time. Effective over 6/7f; can go well again. C&D winner off 9lb lower last March; fair runs last twice and has an each-way chance.
6th	8 6th (8) (40/1 -150%) Mersea	40 40/1(-150%)	(8) Mersea 40/1, Below form when beaten 3 1/4l off a 2lb higher mark here last time. Enjoys making it; best at 5f; has lost form. 50-1 C&D winner off 11lb higher last February; back on a good mark; not in top form.
7th	2 7th (2) (9/1 +64%) Pickersgill	9 9/1(+64%)	(2) Pickersgill 9/1, Bit free but hinted at better back from a break on yard debut when beaten 3l off a 2lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time. Effective over 5-7f; fair mark on Irish form and could build on stable debut. Ex-Irish 6f maiden winner; encouraging stable/AW debut when fourth last month; chance.
8th	6 8th (6) (7/1 -100%) Rajstar	7 7/1(-100%)	(6) Rajstar 7/1, Quickened clear readily, improving down in trip on handicap debut when landing a handicap by 2l off a 5lb lower mark here last time. Effective over 6-7f; unexposed and a 5lb rise looks lenient, can follow up. Unexposed 4yo who won over C&D on h'cap debut earlier this month; should improve; chance.
9th	1 9th (1) (6/1 -71%) Spartan Fighter	6 6/1(-71%)	(1) Spartan Fighter 6/1, Ran to form when landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark here last time. Effective over 6/7f and thriving here of late; a revised mark will demand more again. 4-5 this year, all over C&D, the latest by 0.5l on Tuesday; 6lb higher; should go well.
10th	7 10th (7) (10/1 -82%) Teardrops	10 10/1(-82%)	(7) Teardrops 10/1, Scored by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark here three starts back; bit free but ran to form when third, beaten 1/2l off 60 last time, the same mark here. Effective at 6/7f; stiff 6f and a strong pace needed, progressive. Gained second of his 2 C&D wins in January and decent runs off this 5lb higher mark since.

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The rejuvenated SPARTAN FIGHTER has won four of his last five starts here. His latest success came in a higher grade sprint just four days ago and Antony Brittain's charge looks worth sticking with in his current mood. Rajstar opened his account over C&D on his first attempt over 6f and has plenty of scope for further progress, while Mayo County has been in better form of late and it would be no surprise if she went close.

The ex-Irish maiden winner PICKERSGILL is taken to improve on her last run to score on her second start for Iain Jardine.

16:55 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:25 Newcastle (Class 5) 5f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (12/1 -20%) Polka	12 12/1(-20%)	(2) Polka 12/1, Pulled her chance away when well beaten in a novice here latest. Had shown minor promise on debut previously. Speedily bred and effective over 6f, she needs to settle in order to progress. Last of 8 in Newcastle novice last month; in good hands though and worth another chance.
2	4 2nd (4) (1/1 -25%) Merlier	1 1/1(-25%)	(4) Merlier 1/1, £30,000 breeze-up purchase by Harry Angel; half-brother to Horus, useful at 5f as a 2yo; dam was smart at 5f at 2yo; stable can get them ready first time so worth a market check. £30,000 half-brother to two winners; interesting newcomer for his in-form yard.
3	1 3rd (1) (5/2 +38%) Peregrine Falcon	2.5 5/2(+38%)	(1) Peregrine Falcon 5/2, Ran to best form when second, beaten 3l, in a novice at Wolverhampton latest. Effective over 5f and generally consistent, she is a contender. 0-12; good second in 5f Wolverhampton novice five days ago; she holds solid form claims.
4	3 4th (3) (7/2 -5%) Ruby Red Gove	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(3) Ruby Red Gove 7/2, Got the run of the race in front when second, beaten 3/4l, in a novice here latest. Suited by 6f and goes well off the front; small but very likeable sprint handicap prospect. Holds fair claims at this level. Big step forward when second here latest, though dictated the pace; still a likely player.

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RUBY RED GOVE made a bold bid from the front when runner-up over 6f here on her latest start. Caught in the closing stages on that occasion, this drop to the minimum trip shouldn't be an issue and the daughter of Showcasing gets the vote. Wolverhampton runner-up Peregrine Falcon is preferred to Polka, who disappointed last time, while the newcomer Merlier is worth noting for any market support.

Only four runners but not the easiest maiden to assess and a tentative vote goes to Archie Watson's Harry Angel newcomer MERLIER.

17:25 Newcastle (Class 5) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:55 Newcastle (Class 4) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	8 1st (8) (7/2 +56%) Francesi	3.5 7/2(+56%)	(8) Francesi 7/2, Scored by 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Lingfield in January. Ran to form when just out-battled late by a course specialist, second beaten a neck off 68 last time, 1lb higher here; suited by 8/9f and in form. In fine form in 2026 and should give another good account after good C&D second on Tuesday.
2	4 2nd (4) (5/2 -33%) Aisling Oscar	2.5 5/2(-33%)	(4) Aisling Oscar 5/2, Improved again when landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Southwell last time. Effective over 7-9f and a Newcastle specialist; on a remarkable run, only ever does enough in front but this new mark asks more. Bids for 9th successive h'cap win having won 7 here and one at Southwell; up 29lb; chance.
3	2 3rd (2) (2/1 -14%) Inspired	2 2/1(-14%)	(2) Inspired 2/1, Bit free but improved again when second, beaten 3l in a novice here latest. Middle-distance bred and effective over 1m; could be useful and, although novice form may flatter him, his opening mark still looks lenient. Three sound runs over C&D (won on second occasion); interesting contender on h'cap debut.
4	9 4th (9) (20/1 +9%) Bajan Bandit	20 20/1(+9%)	(9) Bajan Bandit 20/1, Scored by 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark here in December. Raced wide from a poor draw when 11th, beaten 11l off 71 last time and is 2lb lower here; wide draw; in fine form until that latest run. Well behind Aisling Oscar at Southwell last week but had been in decent form prior to that.
5th	3 5th (3) (11/1 +31%) Rajapour	11 11/1(+31%)	(3) Rajapour 11/1, Scored by 1 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Wolverhampton in December. Ran to form when fifth, beaten 3l off 77 last time and is 1lb lower here; effective around 8/9f; bounce back needed and the mark looks high. Wolverhampton win in December with first-time visor; not done quite as well since.
6th	5 6th (5) (50/1 -52%) Helmsley	50 50/1(-52%)	(5) Helmsley 50/1, Well held in this grade when beaten 7l in a handicap here last time and has a wide draw. Effective over 8-10f; mark looks high and she may have been a bit flattered by her novice win. 45,000gns buy after 1m2f Redcar novice win in October; plenty to find on current form.
7th	6 7th (6) (11/2 +15%) Flying Fletcher	5.5 11/2(+15%)	(6) Flying Fletcher 11/2, Ran to form, benefitting from an easy lead when landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark here last time. From a top course trainer; suited by 7/8f and in good form off similar marks. Three wins here, the latest over 1m last month; only 1lb higher but this is a tougher race.
8th	7 8th (7) (28/1 -56%) Qazaq	28 28/1(-56%)	(7) Qazaq 28/1, Far too free when beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Southwell last time. Probably best at 7f; regressive and needs to settle. Won first three races, all on AW, for Roger Varian; mainly below that form since.

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FRANCESI has done little wrong both here and at Lingfield the last twice despite only managing second. This likeable grey has been unlucky and is going to get back in the winning groove sooner rather than later, so perhaps he's the one who can end Aisling Oscar's long winning streak. Adrian Keatley has worked wonders with this progressive five-year-old and another bold showing looks assured following a gutsy Southwell win which made it eight on the bounce. The unexposed Inspired adds further spice to the race on his handicap debut.

Although Aisling Oscar and Inspired merit serious consideration, the in-form FRANCESI could be the value alternative.

17:55 Newcastle (Class 4) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:25 Newcastle (Class 6) 5f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (10/3 +56%) Mademoiselle Belle	3.333333 10/3(+56%)	(2) Mademoiselle Belle 10/3, Had no chance after losing 6l at the start when beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap here last time; in good form prior; cheekpieces first time; effective at 5/6f, the latter suiting better; acts on AW; probably worth ignoring latest run. 0-13 but four sound placed efforts this year; lesser run on Tuesday; cheekpieces now tried.
2	5 2nd (5) (11/4 -22%) Rogue Rebellion	2.75 11/4(-22%)	(5) Rogue Rebellion 11/4, Missed the break but had a good trip, with the drop back to 5f suiting on his second run after a wind operation when landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Lingfield last time; suited by 5f, acts on AW; mark stiffer but competitive. Off the mark dropped to 5f at Lingfield last time (second run after wind op); contender.
3	3 3rd (3) (7/2 -100%) Mythical Night	3.5 7/2(-100%)	(3) Mythical Night 7/2, Game from the front and ran to best back at 5f when beaten a short-head off a 2lb lower mark at Southwell last time; suited by 5f and racing prominently; acts on AW; the minimum trip seems key. Best of three h'cap runs when short head 2nd over 5f last week, pair clear; should go well.
4	4 4th (4) (12/1 -33%) Doilookokay	12 12/1(-33%)	(4) Doilookokay 12/1, Snatched up on the rail late when beaten 2 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark at Chepstow last time; nursery winner prior to that; effective over 5f; acts on AW; likely to need this after lay off. Won Chelmsford h'cap on only AW run; interesting contender despite 173-day break.
5th	1 5th (1) (5/2 +44%) Mystical Land	2.5 5/2(+44%)	(1) Mystical Land 5/2, Ran to form when beaten 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective over 6f, acts on AW; consistent performer. Career-best when second over C&D last time (fourth has won since); should go well again.
6th	6 6th (6) (25/1 +0%) Calabrian Soldato	25 25/1(+0%)	(6) Calabrian Soldato 25/1, Blinkers tried but never got into a very fast-run race when fourth, beaten 8l in a handicap at Southwell last time; suited by 5f, acts on AW; attitude a worry. Creditable second on h'cap debut but below that form since; cheekpieces back; bit to prove.

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The penny dropped for ROGUE REBELLION at Lingfield last time when staying on strongly for a ready success over this distance. He's open to plenty more improvement and gets the nod ahead of Mythical Night, who performed well for second at Southwell last week. Of the others, it might be worth keeping a close eye on course second Mystical Land.

Having got off the mark last time ROGUE REBELLION may improve again and is preferred to recent Southwell second Mythical Night.

18:25 Newcastle (Class 6) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:55 Newcastle (Class 5) 7f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (2/1 +43%) Mereside Diva	2 2/1(+43%)	(2) Mereside Diva 2/1, Ran to form when beaten 2l off this mark at Southwell last time; blinkers are applied for the first time. Effective over 7f; well treated if building on that recent revival, but she remains unreliable. It's now 16 outings since last win but she comes here in decent nick; enters calculations.
2	4 2nd (4) (15/2 +46%) Penny Mountain	7.5 15/2(+46%)	(4) Penny Mountain 15/2, Scored by 2l off a 2lb lower mark here in January. Met trouble but found little and bled when eighth, beaten 5l off 54 last time, 1lb lower here; effective at 6f and must bounce back after a couple of below-par efforts. Last of eight in 6f handicap here ten days ago; she has a bit to prove now.
3	1 3rd (1) (11/8 +39%) Brazilian Rose	1.375 11/8(+39%)	(1) Brazilian Rose 11/8, Improved a little on recent form when landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Southwell last time. Usually held up; effective over 6/7f; in good form and the return to 7f should pose no issue. Made it 3-4 in 2026 at Southwell a week ago; this course winner is not taken lightly.
4	3 4th (3) (3/1 +0%) Party Bear	3 3/1(+0%)	(3) Party Bear 3/1, Made a big effort, having done plenty early to get across after a slow start, when landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Lingfield last time. Effective at 6/7f; in form and still on a fair mark. Cosily landed 7f Lingfield h'cap two weeks ago; up 3lb but another bold showing is likely.

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BRAZILIAN ROSE travelled smoothly into contention en route to defeating Mereside Diva (third) and recording a third win from her last four starts at Southwell. A further 4lb rise in the handicap might still underestimate Rebecca Menzies' in-form mare and she receives a confident vote. Lingfield winner Party Bear is the main danger, as Penny Mountain has a bit to find.

Karl Burke's PARTY BEAR remains relatively unexposed and is taken to make light of a 3lb weights rise for her stylish Lingfield success.

18:55 Newcastle (Class 5) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:25 Newcastle (Class 6) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (11/8 -51%) Silver State	1.375 11/8(-51%)	(1) Silver State 11/8, Well placed and showed more enthusiasm in a first-time visor when a cosy winner of a handicap by 2 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time. Trainer in form; suited by 8/9f and may improve for further; headgear helped last time. Much improved in visor when readily scoring at Wolverhampton latest; up 7lb but big shout.
2	3 2nd (3) (4/1 +11%) Popty Ping	4 4/1(+11%)	(3) Popty Ping 4/1, Scored by a head off a 2lb lower mark at Southwell in December; had too much to do and a wide trip when sixth, beaten 7l off 60 last time, and is 1lb lower here. Effective at 6-8f; should return to form with a more judicious ride. Won at Southwell in December; posted respectable Wolverhampton sixth latest so considered.
3	2 3rd (2) (9/4 +72%) Archangel Josepi	2.25 9/4(+72%)	(2) Archangel Josepi 9/4, Probably made too much use of and didn't stay when well beaten in a handicap at Southwell latest. Effective at 6f and barely stays 1m; mark looks a bit stiff based on the majority of his form. In good form without winning until low-key run at Southwell latest; can bounce back.
4	5 4th (5) (33/1 -200%) Riddikulus	33 33/1(-200%)	(5) Riddikulus 33/1, Struggled 4f out and may not have stayed when beaten 8l in a handicap here over 10f last time. Blinkers fitted for the first time; effective at 6f and bred for at least 8f; drop back in trip may be required. Failed to beat a rival on h'cap debut here last month; blinkers are reached for now.
5th	8 5th (8) (28/1 -133%) Fickle Mcselfish	28 28/1(-133%)	(8) Fickle Mcselfish 28/1, Out-kicked and might have wanted further when fourth, beaten 7l in a handicap here latest. Probably wants 1m+; yet to show much ability but moves like longer trips will suit. Fair fourth on his handicap debut over 7f here last month; now needs to build on it.
6th	4 6th (4) (11/1 -38%) The Caddy Master	11 11/1(-38%)	(4) The Caddy Master 11/1, Poor run again on AW when well beaten in a handicap here latest. Effective at 6/7f and may not get further; disappointing in both AW starts. May keep a bit back and could have needed the reappearance, but has a bit to prove. Last of seven after three months off in 7f h'cap here 23 days ago; much more is needed.
7th	7 7th (7) (40/1 -100%) Charcon	40 40/1(-100%)	(7) Charcon 40/1, Probably didn't stay when beaten 8 1/2l in a nursery here last time. Off a short break; effective at 6f; drop back in trip is needed. Poor form shown to date, fifth here in December; she has plenty to prove.
8th	6 8th (6) (14/1 +22%) Crown Inn To Win	14 14/1(+22%)	(6) Crown Inn To Win 14/1, Probably ran to his usual modest level when well beaten in a novice here latest. Usually held up and drawn wide; off a short break. Should be effective around 6-8f but looks limited. Has offered little on his three outings; needs switch to handicaps to spark improvement.

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The application of a first-time visor coupled with a switch to handicaps worked the oracle for SILVER STATE, who kicked clear of his rivals to record a cosy success at Wolverhampton. Jack Channon's gelding was raised 7lb for that but, like a few of these, he's open to plenty of improvement. Fickle Mcselfish was lacking a gear or two over 7f here latest and could find some progress over the extra furlong, while Popty Ping appeals most of the remainder.

This looks an excellent opportunity for SILVER STATE (nap) to make light of a 7lb rise for his comfortable win at Wolverhampton.

19:25 Newcastle (Class 6) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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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.

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