There are 35 Races Today across 5 meetings. There are 6 races at Epsom Downs, 7 races at Yarmouth, 7 races at Southwell, 8 races at Punchestown, 7 races at Lingfield, use Tomform to help you find a winner.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(3) (1/6 +44%)Runman |
1/6(+44%) | (3) Runman 1/6, Very nice debut effort when 3l winner in a novice at Salisbury on debut; top course jockey; effective at 8f on good; promising sort with a strong chance here. Debut winner; could easily outclass this opposition and progress to better things. |
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(9) (8/1 -45%)Vitality |
8/1(-45%) | (9) Vitality 8/1, Some promise on debut when third beaten 3l in a maiden at Southwell debut; effective 8f on AW; improvement likely. Went down by 3l in a five-runner 1m Southwell maiden (16-1) after making the running. |
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(5) (14/1 +0%)Get Outta Here |
14/1(+0%) | (5) Get Outta Here 14/1, Similar level to debut up in trip beaten 7 1/4l in a maiden at Kempton last time; improvement needed and might do better in handicaps. Beaten in the region of 7l at Deauville (7f) and Kempton (1m). |
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(6) (14/1 0%)Hattie's Comet |
14/1(0%) | (6) Hattie's Comet 14/1, 62,000gns Starman gelding; dam smart from 7/8f winner, including at Listed level in Sweden; likely best watched on debut. 62,000gns yearling out of a 7f/1m winner (Listed); heed the market signals. |
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(8) (14/1 +44%)Thomas Picton |
14/1(+44%) | (8) Thomas Picton 14/1, Never in it from off the pace well beaten in a maiden at Newbury only start; bred for 8f+; should improve from debut. 65,000euros yearling; 66-1 when 18th of 25 in a 1m Newbury maiden ten days ago. |
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(4) (20/1 -25%)Fizzy Bear |
20/1(-25%) | (4) Fizzy Bear 20/1, Similar level to debut, never in it from off the pace when down the field in a maiden at Newbury most recent; seems effective at 8f; marked improvement needed. Modest fifth at Kempton before finishing just ahead of Thomas Picton at Newbury. |
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(7) (25/1 +11%)Mick The Hat |
25/1(+11%) | (7) Mick The Hat 25/1, Never in it from off the pace well beaten in a maiden at Kempton latest; should stay at least 10f; sort to do better in modest handicaps once qualified. Handicaps could beckon after this following down-the-field runs on the AW. |
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(2) (66/1 +34%)Pureis King |
66/1(+34%) | (2) Pureis King 66/1, Bit keen, again ran to a moderate level well beaten in a novice at Kempton latest; looks one for handicaps over further. Bumper winner but well beaten in two 1m races on the Kempton AW. |
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(1) (66/1 -32%)Hengest |
66/1(-32%) | (1) Hengest 66/1, Moderate return to Flat comfortably held in a novice at Yarmouth last time; likely to need further than this and appeals as more of a handicap sort. Three runs for three different yards; finished last at Yarmouth only recently. |

Vitality ran better than her odds suggested she would when third on her introduction at Southwell and there is likely to be plenty more under the bonnet. Even so, it's hard to ignore the claims of RUNMAN. The son of Frankel is a half-brother to the high-class Running Lion and it would be no surprise to see him build on his smart juvenile success at Salisbury in October. Get Outta Here is the pick of the remainder.

A novice with no depth and it will be disappointing should RUNMAN not win it well en route to bigger and better things.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (11/8 -25%)Diamont Katie |
11/8(-25%) | (4) Diamont Katie 11/8, Returned to form down in class after wind op landing a handicap by 4 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Pontefract last time; second run after wind op; effective 6/7f, acts on good, fast ground and AW; could build on latest revival. Back from a wind operation when winning comfortably last week at Pontefract; penalised. |
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(1) (5/2 +17%)Mr Ubiquitous |
5/2(+17%) | (1) Mr Ubiquitous 5/2, Bit keen but returned to form down in class landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Kempton last time; suited by 7f and fast ground; needs to build on latest revival. Only 3lb higher than for his half-length reappearance success at Kempton (7f, AW). |
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(2) (9/2 +36%)Noble Guest |
9/2(+36%) | (2) Noble Guest 9/2, Never really involved beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; suited by 7f, acts on good to soft and good, not really proven AW; stiff mark now. Dual winner still on a competitive mark but he does lack a recent run. |
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(3) (9/2 -29%)Me Tarzan |
9/2(-29%) | (3) Me Tarzan 9/2, Ran to form landing a handicap by a nose off a 2lb lower mark at Kempton last time; suited by 7f, acts on good to form and AW; back in form, remain competitive. Ideally positioned through the race when narrowly scoring at Kempton (7f); clear claims. |
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(6) (18/1 -13%)Way To Dubai |
18/1(-13%) | (6) Way To Dubai 18/1, Scored by 2 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Lingfield in January; outpaced, never threatened 12th beaten 45l off 69 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 6-8f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; bit to prove after couple of below par efforts. Won only once since making his British debut in October 2023; very poor last two races. |
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(5) (33/1 +18%)Dancing Terror |
33/1(+18%) | (5) Dancing Terror 33/1, Disappointing in first time blinkers down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recent; effective at 7f on AW; yet to prove ability remains after lay off. Career started well but has shown nothing in two runs after an absence. |

Wind surgery appeared to work the oracle for DIAMONT KATIE, who produced a sparkling performance to score at Pontefract last week. Karl Burke's filly should have no issue shouldering a 5lb penalty and is the most likely winner. Mr Ubiquitous returned with a cosy success at Kempton last month and should come on for that run. Dual C&D winner Noble Guest can't be underestimated either.

The one with perhaps the most upside is the penalised DIAMONT KATIE who was returning from wind surgery when winning last week.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(1) (4/1 +38%)Hint Of The Jungle |
4/1(+38%) | (1) Hint Of The Jungle 4/1, Ran to form when fifth beaten 2l off 60 last time, same mark here; enjoys making it; effective 5-7f on sound surface; in good form. Won twice over 7f (once here) in February and recent 6f run confirmed his wellbeing. |
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(5) (9/2 -50%)Split Elevens |
9/2(-50%) | (5) Split Elevens 9/2, Below form beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 7f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; bounce back needed. Ten-time AW winner; just a respectable fifth this month but remains on a workable mark. |
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(6) (11/2 +31%)English Lady |
11/2(+31%) | (6) English Lady 11/2, Ran to form down in trip beaten 3l off this mark here last time; effective 7/8f, acts on soft, suited by AW; chance judged on latest. Did well to finish third over C&D on recent seasonal debut, having raced wide; big player. |
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(2) (13/2 -30%)Fistral Beach |
13/2(-30%) | (2) Fistral Beach 13/2, Bit wide but ran to form second beaten a length off 57 last time, 2lb higher here; trainer in form; suited by 7f, best on AW; in good form here and respected once again. Held on well at Wolverhampton last month and good second from wide stall there since. |
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(3) (9/1 0%)Saisons D'or |
9/1(0%) | (3) Saisons D'or 9/1, Won this last year; back to form beaten 2l off a 2lb higher mark here last time; effective 7/8f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; chance if building on latest. Latest run was a big step back in the right direction and he's another 2lb lower today. |
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(12) (10/1 +17%)Brother Dave |
10/1(+17%) | (12) Brother Dave 10/1, Better than result after slow start and late interference when beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap here last time; suited by 7/8f, best on AW; likes it here and mark competitive still. Has largely remained in good form since hard-fought C&D win in January; could have a say. |
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(8) (10/1 -11%)King Sharja |
10/1(-11%) | (8) King Sharja 10/1, Ran to form 5 1/4l third in a handicap here most recent run; effective 7f on sound surface; form in and out. Went close on last season's reappearance and subsequently won twice (once over C&D). |
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(7) (11/1 -10%)River Wharfe |
11/1(-10%) | (7) River Wharfe 11/1, Not best of runs, bit below form sixth beaten 5l off 58 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 7-9f, acts on any; can go well. Came from off the pace for C&D win in March; held twice since; others look better treated. |
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(9) (12/1 +14%)Reenie's Dream |
12/1(+14%) | (9) Reenie's Dream 12/1, Best work late, step back in right direction beaten 1 1/4l off this mark here last time; effective 7f, acts on sound surface; more like it latest. Ran on well for fourth over C&D last month but this quirky maiden remains a risky option. |
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(10) (14/1 +13%)Kamekist |
14/1(+13%) | (10) Kamekist 14/1, Too keen, didn't get home despite new tongue-tie beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; effective 6/7f, acts on good to firm and AW; bounce back needed. Didn't fire here last time but was close third off much-reduced mark here last month. |
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(4) (22/1 0%)Dolly's Delight |
22/1(0%) | (4) Dolly's Delight 22/1, Found little, below form beaten 5l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; top course jockey; tongue-tie first time; suited by 6/7f, probably acts on any; bounce back needed. Made low-key return this month but might come on for the run; tongue-tie now added. |
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(11) (25/1 -108%)Ballybaymoonshiner |
25/1(-108%) | (11) Ballybaymoonshiner 25/1, Below form but plenty went wrong down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recent; in good form prior; returning from a break; effective 6/7f, suited by sound surface; better than showed latest. Returned from break with poor run in December and has wide draw for this first start since. |

Reenie's Dream showed more when fourth over track and trip on her latest outing and could go well from an unchanged mark, especially because she is berthed well in stall one. However, FISTRAL BEACH continued her fine form when only beaten a length into second at Wolverhampton latest and is fancied to make it two wins from her last five appearances. Of the remainder, English Lady makes the most appeal.

He let favourite backers down here 17 days ago but KAMEKIST continues to lurk on a dangerous mark, and he gets the nod.
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(1) (7/4 +0%)Fountain House |
7/4(+0%) | (1) Fountain House 7/4, Ran to form when winning the Open Point at Oldcastle by 2l last time; effective 2 1/2-3; loves the track and in form in points, claims obvious. Second in this race in 2024, has an outstanding record in points, top rider claims 7lb. |
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(4) (2/1 +27%)Willitgoahead |
2/1(+27%) | (4) Willitgoahead 2/1, Pulled up in a hunter chase at Cheltenham latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 3m-3m2f, acts on good to soft, good; inconsistent but sets the standard on form. High-class hunter chaser, questions to answer, major chance if he adapts to this circuit. |
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(8) (10/3 +26%)Turnupdevolume |
10/3(+26%) | (8) Turnupdevolume 10/3, Yard won this last year; ran to form when fourth beaten 6l in the Open Point at Lingstown latest; off a short-break; effective 3m; ran well here last year but struggling in points. Second in this event 12 months ago, fourth to Fountain House at Lingstown, place chance. |
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(6) (5/1 +23%)Keep On Dreaming |
5/1(+23%) | (6) Keep On Dreaming 5/1, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; ran to form comfortably held in a novice at Rathcannon last time; effective 3m, acts on decent ground; point winner but must improve on rules form. Form of his point-to-point wins does not amount to much, sure to have been well schooled. |
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(3) (14/1 +22%)Knockiel Synge |
14/1(+22%) | (3) Knockiel Synge 14/1, Pulled up in the Open Point at Portrush latest; effective 3m, acts on yielding; good record in this but struggling in points recently. Beat Fountain House in this race in 2024, third last year, has been out of sorts in points. |
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(2) (33/1 -83%)Grange Soldier |
33/1(-83%) | (2) Grange Soldier 33/1, Outclassed down the field in the P.P. Hogan Memorial Cross Country Chase here most recent; blinkers first time; off a short-break; effective 3m, acts with cut; inconsistent. Nothing of note in his form since winning a 3m Tipperary novice hunter chase win in 2024. |
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(9) (40/1 +0%)Found A Star |
40/1(+0%) | (9) Found A Star 40/1, Poor run comfortably held in a maiden at Tattersalls Farm last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 3m; point form had knocks. Lightly raced maiden point-to-pointer, nothing to suggest she can play a featuring role. |
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(5) (66/1 -230%)Empire Soldier |
66/1(-230%) | (5) Empire Soldier 66/1, Ran to form 9 1/2l third in the Winner Of One Point at Curraghmore most recent run; cheekpieces first time; yet to show anything under rules. Has failed to complete this course in two attempts, same story over the banks at Lingstown. |
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(7) (80/1 -220%)Samdegoda |
80/1(-220%) | (7) Samdegoda 80/1, Ran to form 14l third in a maiden at Tattersalls Farm most recent run; yet to win a point, needs more back under rules. Maiden in points, placed four times, pulled up at Limerick on his only hunter chase start. |

Despite having something to prove at this stage, WILLITGOAHEAD looks a class apart here. Third at the Cheltenham Festival last year, the Gordon Elliott-trained gelding has failed to reach those heights this term. However, the eight-year-old shaped with enough promise when second at Down Royal in December to suggest he should be good enough to land a race of this nature. He needs to bounce back from two subsequent disappointments, but is capable of doing so. Fountain House was well behind in that Down Royal contest, but has won his last three point-to-points. Ian McCarthy's charge looks a leading contender now. Keep On Dreaming has to be respected given his connections.

Smart hunter chaser WILLITGOAHEAD should be too good for these rivals if coping adequately with the varied obstacles presented here
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(3) (10/11 -105%)New Zealand |
10/11(-105%) | (3) New Zealand 10/11, Bit keen but ran to form up in grade beaten 3 1/4l in Criterium International (Group 1) at Saint-Cloud last time; in good form prior; effective 7/8f on very soft and good to firm; big colt, fine middle-distance prospect for this season. Close up in Group 3 in October; fair 5th in French Group 1 after; good claims up in trip. |
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(6) (11/8 +59%)Saxon Street |
11/8(+59%) | (6) Saxon Street 11/8, Overcame slow start, promising debut when a length winner in a novice at Chelmsford on debut; trainer in form; returning from a break; effective 8f, middle-distance bred, acts on AW; big, strong sort, more to come up in trip now. 170,000euros yearling; came home strongly when winning AW debut (1m); new trip will suit. |
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(1) (10/1 -33%)Balzac |
10/1(-33%) | (1) Balzac 10/1, Confirmed debut promise to get off the mark switching to AW when winning a novice at Kempton by 1 1/4l last time; effective at 8f on good and AW; useful sort bred to be suited by this 10f trip but improvement needed. Lots to like about 1m Newmarket debut; didn't need to improve to win 1m AW novice. |
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(4) (16/1 +52%)Pearl River |
16/1(+52%) | (4) Pearl River 16/1, Off the mark on handicap debut, step up in trip suited when winning a nursery at Nottingham by a length last time; effective 8-10f, probably acts on soft and good; rise in grade demands more. Stout staying win in 1m2f handicap (good to soft) on final 2yo start; much more needed. |
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(5) (28/1 -100%)Rebel Rocker |
28/1(-100%) | (5) Rebel Rocker 28/1, Professional debut, strong at finish when 1 1/4l winner in a maiden at Kempton on debut; effective at 8f on AW; looks a nice sort but improvement certainly needed up in grade/trip here. Made a good impression when winning AW debut (1m) but the bare form was ordinary. |
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(2) (40/1 -21%)Menzies |
40/1(-21%) | (2) Menzies 40/1, Ran to form when 6l third in a novice at Southwell most recent run; effective 7/8f, probably wants 10f+ ideally, acts on AW; useful sort needs improvement to take this up in grade. Wide-margin winner of 1m AW novice on 2nd start; needs plenty more than subsequent defeat. |

New Zealand was certainly the best of these as a juvenile, with the pick of his efforts arguably coming when fifth in the Criterium International at Saint-Cloud. He is bound to attract plenty of support, but the one who appeals most is SAXON STREET. The Gosdens' colt left the impression he would come on bundles for his debut victory over a mile at Chelmsford in December. His dam is a sister to Group 3 winner Raheen House so the step up in trip should be heavily in his favour. Balzac won well at Kempton on his return, although that form has already taken a few knocks.

Obvious form claims are held by NEW ZEALAND although it would be no surprise if Saxon Street improved plenty on his AW debut win.
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(3) (5/6 -15%)Nevasca Cinza |
5/6(-15%) | (3) Nevasca Cinza 5/6, Ran to form when fourth beaten 3l in a novice at Leicester latest; trainer in form; quite speedily-bred, gets 6f, acts on good; consistent in short career, can find a maiden. Sets the standard on what he's shown in three races and should have a lot more to offer. |
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(2) (9/4 +50%)Firewalker |
9/4(+50%) | (2) Firewalker 9/4, Did too much too soon up in trip back from break beaten 6 1/2l in a novice at Doncaster last time; effective 6f, should get at least a mile, acts on AW; promising start and more to come. Beaten at 1-4 on debut; cut out quickly when again prominent in the betting at Doncaster. |
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(4) (11/4 -38%)Creative Queen |
11/4(-38%) | (4) Creative Queen 11/4, Too much to do having missed break beaten 5 1/4l in a novice at Kempton last time; acts on AW; clearly well regarded and should be capable of much better. Still early days but it's been an underwhelming start from this well-related filly. |
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(1) (66/1 +34%)Izzy Fast |
66/1(+34%) | (1) Izzy Fast 66/1, Below form beaten 8l in a novice at Wolverhampton last time; should be effective around 8f; major improvement needed. Modest RPRs in her first two races and doesn't look up to winning a maiden. |
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(5) (66/1 +34%)Shining Guest |
66/1(+34%) | (5) Shining Guest 66/1, Well beaten again, looked one for handicaps well beaten in a novice at Ascot latest; returning from long layoff; likely to need more time. Beat one home on debut here (7f) before trailing in last at Ascot (6f); absent since July. |
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(6) (100/1 +0%)Unique Procedure |
100/1(+0%) | (6) Unique Procedure 100/1, Never in the race, poor debut well beaten in a maiden at Nottingham only start; plenty of speed in pedigree; all to prove. Beaten about 12l at Nottingham ten days ago (6f, good) when a 100-1 chance. |

Nevasca Cinza sets a fair standard with an official rating of 81 and is likely to prove popular following a satisfactory Leicester return, but CREATIVE QUEEN could be the answer. Although a beaten favourite on both of her starts to date, William Haggas' filly is a half-sister to Norfolk winner Valiant Force and it could be that she is able to find progress now switched to turf. Firewalker can chase the pair home.

This looks best left to NEVASCA CINZA who sets the standard on form and he can no doubt progress further.
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(4) (11/8 +61%)Man On A Mission |
11/8(+61%) | (4) Man On A Mission 11/8, Ran to form down in trip beaten a short-head off this mark here last time; effective at 5/6f, acts on AW; chance if building on latest. Seven AW wins elsewhere but acts well over C&D and nearly won on Saturday; can go well. |
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(1) (7/2 +30%)Arlington |
7/2(+30%) | (1) Arlington 7/2, Won this last year; below form beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap here last time; enjoys making it; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface, suited by AW; bounce back needed. Three front-running C&D wins between last May and January; might have needed latest run. |
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(5) (13/2 +46%)Nad Alshiba Snow |
13/2(+46%) | (5) Nad Alshiba Snow 13/2, Ran to form beaten 3 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective at 5f, acts on good and AW; longstanding maiden. Maiden; hasn't always had the rub of the green for this yard; first course run. |
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(7) (13/2 +46%)Marcus |
13/2(+46%) | (7) Marcus 13/2, Bit keen, below form up in trip beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap at Chelmsford last time; off a short-break; effective 5f, acts on any; frustrating maiden. Maiden; capable of being involved on best form in 2025, such as a C&D run in October. |
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(6) (13/2 +54%)Beneficiary |
13/2(+54%) | (6) Beneficiary 13/2, Too keen, below form down the field in a handicap at Catterick most recent; visor first time; effective 5/6f, acts on good and AW; bit to prove at 5f for now. In good form without winning in February; below best last two starts, particularly latest. |
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(3) (8/1 +11%)Stash The Cash |
8/1(+11%) | (3) Stash The Cash 8/1, Below form beaten 10l in a handicap here last time; off a short-break; suited by 5f, acts on soft, good and AW; long losing run a concern. Low mark but 0-7 on AW and no repeat of close 2nd to Arlington in January in 2 runs since. |
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(9) (50/1 -79%)Fumbleinthejungle |
50/1(-79%) | (9) Fumbleinthejungle 50/1, Below form, too keen when down the field in a handicap at Newcastle most recent; no worthwhile form. Winless in 12 starts; uphill grind in handicaps last year; one to watch back from break. |
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(8) (50/1 +24%)The Carligation |
50/1(+24%) | (8) The Carligation 50/1, Another poor effort down the field in a handicap at Lingfield most recent; absent for very lengthy period; has beaten a grand total of one horse in five races. Glimmer of ability in five starts but finished remote on handicap debut in 2024; off since. |

Invitorio dug in gamely to score over track and trip earlier in the month and holds an obvious chance again, but it may pay to side with MAN ON A MISSION. The seven-year-old was just touched off over C&D on Saturday so providing he copes with this quick turnaround, he could prove hard to beat. Nad Alshiba Snow can't be underestimated either.

Having very nearly ended his losing run here on Saturday, MAN ON A MISSION is taken to go one better. Arlington is a danger.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(7) (6/1 +40%)Laughing John |
6/1(+40%) | (7) Laughing John 6/1, Did it easily and improved again up in trip landing a handicap by 8l off a 12lb lower mark at Wincanton last time; cheekpieces first time; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft, good; progressive, more to come in handicaps for top yard. 2-2 in handicap hurdles, up 10lb for easy win latest, could be more to come; cheekpieces. |
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(15) (13/2 +46%)Almuhit |
13/2(+46%) | (15) Almuhit 13/2, Forced wide from poor draw comfortably held in a handicap at Musselburgh last time; effective 2-2 1/2m, wants decent ground; mark demands more. 2-19, 8l behind Laughing John in qualifier, modest Flat run latest, others preferred. |
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(2) (15/2 +46%)Powerful |
15/2(+46%) | (2) Powerful 15/2, Too much to do, unsuited by drop in trip well beaten in Listed Handicap Hurdle at Fairyhouse latest; in good form prior; effective 2-2 1/2m with cut; progressing, may do better stepped back up in distance. Dual course winner, drop to 2m against him latest, chance stepped back up in trip. |
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(5) (8/1 +11%)Daylatedollarshort |
8/1(+11%) | (5) Daylatedollarshort 8/1, Improved back on better ground looking thorough stayer landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Wetherby last time; effective at around 2m4f, acts on soft, good; more to come in handicaps, may get bit further. 2-2 since tackling handicaps, up 7lb for 2.25l win latest, unexposed and progressive. |
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(9) (9/1 +36%)San Hilario |
9/1(+36%) | (9) San Hilario 9/1, Ran to form when second beaten 9 1/2l in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel latest; effective 2m-2m6f, acts with cut; consistent, form franked at Graded level but becoming frustrating. 0-10, runner up in five of last six inc' twice here, place shout back in handicap company. |
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(13) (9/1 -13%)Sticwiththeprocess |
9/1(-13%) | (13) Sticwiththeprocess 9/1, Ran to form when second beaten 7l in a handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse latest; blinkers first time; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts with cut; mark lenient, can race lazily, may have more to offer as a stayer. Maiden hurdle winner, placed in both h'cap starts since, blinkers could eke out more. |
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(17) (10/1 +0%)Moon Mission |
10/1(+0%) | (17) Moon Mission 10/1, Met trouble, improved again beaten 3 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark here last time; returning from a break; effective 2-2 1/2m; unexposed in handicaps. 0-5 over hurdles, 3.5l behind Powerful here latest (2m5f), up 3lb, drop in trip a query. |
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(12) (11/1 -38%)Rakki |
11/1(-38%) | (12) Rakki 11/1, Ran to form comfortably held in QuinnBet Handicap Hurdle (Listed) at Limerick last time; in good form prior; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; consistent. Roscommon maiden hurdle winner, below best latest, better ground could help. |
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(4) (14/1 +22%)Matt Connor |
14/1(+22%) | (4) Matt Connor 14/1, Ran to form landing a handicap by 2l off a 63lb lower mark at Gowran Park last time; effective 2m on any; in good form since switching to hurdling, revised mark demands more. Dual purpose, up 11lb for Naas win in January, Gowran Flat win latest, player. |
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(25) (14/1 +58%)Fairlander |
14/1(+58%) | (25) Fairlander 14/1, Improved up in trip on handicap debut beaten 1 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Down Royal last time; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft and good; progressive. Much improved on h'cap debut latest, this tougher and 2lb wrong but can't dismiss. |
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(22) (18/1 +64%)Moab |
18/1(+64%) | (22) Moab 18/1, Tired late back up in trip having briefly threatened when fourth beaten 20l in a handicap hurdle at Southwell latest; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft but suited by decent ground; fair mark but inconsistent. Went close off 1lb lower at Huntingdon in Jan', ground too quick latest, could outrun odds. |
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(20) (20/1 +20%)Moylussa |
20/1(+20%) | (20) Moylussa 20/1, Ran to form in first time cheekpieces when fourth beaten 5l in a handicap hurdle at Cork latest; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by decent ground, acts on soft; still early days but needs to build on latest. 1-9 over hurdles, behind a couple of these at Cork latest, might prefer softer ground. |
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(21) (20/1 +29%)Another High Five |
20/1(+29%) | (21) Another High Five 20/1, Travelled, improved appreciating stiff test down in trip, out-battled late beaten a neck off a 5lb lower mark at Hexham last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m4f-2m7f, acts on heavy and soft; progressive. Scottish raider, good placed efforts last twice, can't discount in first-time cheekpieces. |
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(3) (22/1 -38%)Judicial Deference |
22/1(-38%) | (3) Judicial Deference 22/1, Scored by 2 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark at Kelso penultimate start; effective at 2m4f-2m7f, acts on heavy and good to soft; progressive sort. 3-5 over hurdles, still going okay when brought down on latest, could go well. |
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(11) (22/1 -38%)Bright Legend |
22/1(-38%) | (11) Bright Legend 22/1, Went clear, ran to form making experience pay undedr good ride when winning a maiden hurdle at Sedgefield by 5l last time; visor first time; effective 2m-2m4f on soft and good; fair mark if building on latest. 1-17 over hurdles, no match for Laughing John on penultimate, new headgear combo. |
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(10) (22/1 -22%)Pat's Legacy |
22/1(-22%) | (10) Pat's Legacy 22/1, Improved up in trip and down in grade on handicap debut landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Down Royal last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft to heavy and good to yielding; progressing, may get even further. Won on h'cap debut on latest, up 6lb and these are deeper waters, cheekpieces go on. |
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(14) (25/1 +24%)Assertive Walk |
25/1(+24%) | (14) Assertive Walk 25/1, Returned to form back on better ground, possibly kicked on a bit too soon when fourth beaten 8l in a handicap hurdle at Wetherby latest; effective 2 3/4-3m, acts on soft and good; can do better in handicaos. Maiden, behind a couple of these at Wetherby latest, likely capable of better. |
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(8) (28/1 -100%)Freshers Week |
28/1(-100%) | (8) Freshers Week 28/1, Improved back down in trip beaten 3l off a 2lb lower mark at Wetherby last time; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on good to soft, good; in good form. Market Rasen novice winner, beaten off this mark in first two h'caps, needs more. |
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(24) (28/1 +15%)Accustomed |
28/1(+15%) | (24) Accustomed 28/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Wexford latest; blinkers first time; effective 2 1/2m, acts on yielding, good; in form until latest, well treated on maiden form. Narrowly denied on penultimate, pulled up latest, blinkers on, 2lb wrong. |
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(1) (33/1 -230%)Onlymammycanloveme |
33/1(-230%) | (1) Onlymammycanloveme 33/1, Improved up in trip benefitting from patient ride off good pace landing a handicap by 3 1/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Cork last time; effective 2-3m, suited by cut, acts on good; progressing and form strong, unexposed as a stayer. Up 14lb for back to back wins at Cork, this tougher but can't discount in current form. |
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(18) (33/1 -106%)Onefortheditch |
33/1(-106%) | (18) Onefortheditch 33/1, Ran to form up in trip beaten 1 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Cork last time; effective 2m-3m, goes on any ground; in form. 3-26 over hurdles, runner up the last twice, may be vulnerable to less exposed sorts. |
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(16) (33/1 +0%)Must Go Now |
33/1(+0%) | (16) Must Go Now 33/1, Below form up in class down the field in a handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse most recent; effective 2m4f, acts on heavy and yielding; in form until latest. 1-16 over hurdles, needs to bounce back from poor Fairyhouse run on latest. |
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(19) (33/1 +0%)Krabat |
33/1(+0%) | (19) Krabat 33/1, Scored by 2 1/2l off a 7lb higher mark at Limerick penultimate start; ran to form fourth beaten 12l off 120 last time, 12lb lower here; effective at around 2 1/2m, suited by cut; back in form, will remain well treated on old efforts. Three-time chase winner, 0-23 over hurdles, new cheekpieces need to eke out more. |
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(23) (40/1 +20%)Union Park |
40/1(+20%) | (23) Union Park 40/1, Never in the race down the field in a handicap chase at Wexford most recent; usually held up; effective 2-2 1/2m; better over fences though mark reflects that. 2-29 over hurdles, recent form disappointing, major revival needed. |
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(6) (80/1 -142%)Grandero Bello |
80/1(-142%) | (6) Grandero Bello 80/1, May not have stayed well beaten in Leinster National (Listed) at Naas latest; off a short-break; effective 2-2 3/4m, acts with cut; in poor form, mark high. No win since October 2024, well beaten all four starts this season, others preferred. |

Runner-up in this race last year, ALMUHIT is likely to have been laid out for a repeat bid. Making his stable debut on that occasion, the Faye Bramley-trained gelding flashed home late to take minor honours. Well handicapped relative to his rating on the Flat, the seven-year-old appears to have more scope for improvement this term and the booking of Harry Cobden certainly catches the eye. A dual winner at this track, Powerful was eighth in a stronger race at Fairyhouse recently. Although quick ground would be a slight concern, he looks a leading player. Laughing John, who beat Almuhit at Wincanton in February, also holds strong claims for the raiding party.

It might be worth taking a chance on MOAB off a nice low weight with the return to easier ground in his favour.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(1) (5/2 +44%)Sallaal |
5/2(+44%) | (1) Sallaal 5/2, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; landed a Almada Mile Handicap by 2l off a 5lb lower mark at Hamilton three starts back; suited by 8f, acts on any; good attitude and smart prospect still. Made it 3-4 at Hamilton last July; his progress then stalled but he retains potential. |
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(7) (7/2 -27%)Dangerman |
7/2(-27%) | (7) Dangerman 7/2, Below form but with excuses beaten 7l in a handicap at Newmarket last time; in good form prior; yard in form; effective 10-12f on soft and good to firm; more to come this season. Improved for these blinkers last summer and could rediscover progressive ways on comeback. |
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(5) (7/2 +22%)Rathgar |
7/2(+22%) | (5) Rathgar 7/2, Ran to form for first win since 2024 landing a handicap by a neck off a 4lb lower mark at Newbury last time; effective 10-14f, acts on any; respected off new mark. Last year's runner-up who won at Newbury ten days ago; solid contender. |
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(4) (5/1 +33%)Parlando |
5/1(+33%) | (4) Parlando 5/1, Ran to form beaten 3l off this mark at Pontefract last time; cheekpieces first time; top course jockey; suited by 8-12f, acts on sound surface, largely below form with give; chance if building on latest. 3rd of eight at Pontefract when back on turf; suspicion that he might find a few too good. |
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(3) (13/2 -30%)Aurel |
13/2(-30%) | (3) Aurel 13/2, Not clear run, bit below form but far from disgraced on handicap debut beaten 9l in a handicap at Royal Ascot last time; returning from long layoff; effective 8-10f on sound surface; capable of better this season, good chance here. Absent since Royal Ascot last June; 2-3 previously and may well have more to offer. |
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(2) (9/1 -38%)Duke's Command |
9/1(-38%) | (2) Duke's Command 9/1, Again below December form beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Newcastle last time; effective 8-10f, best of sound surface; excuses of late but needs more. Raced wide when sixth of 14 at Newcastle; remains unexposed at 1m2f and not ruled out. |
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(6) (9/1 -50%)Asmen Warrior |
9/1(-50%) | (6) Asmen Warrior 9/1, Ran to form back up in trip returning to turf beaten 3 1/2l off this mark at Thirsk last time; suited by 10-12f and a sound surface; consistent sort, should again go well. Runner-up on four of his five starts since joining this yard and he's not discounted. |

Rathgar was given a smart ride by Tom Marquand to hold on by a neck at Newbury recently and he should mount a bold bid, despite having a 4lb higher mark to contend with. Sallaal remains unexposed for his age and is one to keep a close eye on, but the vote goes to AUREL. Ralph Beckett's charge was thrown in at the deep end when seventh in the Golden Gates at Royal Ascot last June and will find this easier on his return to the fray.

The 4yo DANGERMAN could be just the type of Gosden runner to keep on improving this season and he earns the vote on his reappearance.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(6) (2/1 +50%)Lucky Sevens |
2/1(+50%) | (6) Lucky Sevens 2/1, Improved in first time cheekpieces landing a handicap by a length off a 6lb lower mark here last time; effective 1m, probably stays 9f, acts on AW; could progress now he's had his head in front. Best form yet when he responded well for pressure to lead late on over C&D last week. |
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(2) (10/3 +17%)Keep It Classic |
10/3(+17%) | (2) Keep It Classic 10/3, Found little, below form down the field in a maiden at Catterick most recent; cheekpieces first time; likely to want 7/8f, may prefer give; light-framed, looks limited but likely has more to offer now handicapping up in trip. May show improvement now handicapping, upped in distance (from 7f). |
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(1) (7/2 +13%)Darkest Red |
7/2(+13%) | (1) Darkest Red 7/2, Ran to form up in trip beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; stays 8f, may want farther, acts on fast ground; looks limited. 9-2 for first run after being gelded and was running on after a wide trip. |
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(3) (11/2 -22%)Sea Mehalah Run |
11/2(-22%) | (3) Sea Mehalah Run 11/2, Outpaced, never threatened well beaten in a maiden at Chelmsford latest; bred for 8f+; may do better in time now upped in trip in handicaps. She's entitled to raise her profile now sent into a low-grade handicap. |
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(7) (9/1 -80%)Montu |
9/1(-80%) | (7) Montu 9/1, Suited by the step-up to 12f and fitted with cheekpieces beaten a length off this mark at Kempton last time; wants 12f ideally, acts on AW; has been running at wrong distance, possibly more to come. Placed three times in a row in February/March but only seventh of 11 last night. |
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(10) (11/1 -47%)Cracking Anna |
11/1(-47%) | (10) Cracking Anna 11/1, Dropped in at the back and never involved well beaten in a maiden at Wolverhampton latest; trainer in form; off a short-break; middle-distance bred; yet to show any ability. Nicely bred and disappointing should she not be more competitive off this low a mark. |
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(5) (14/1 -17%)Private Project |
14/1(-17%) | (5) Private Project 14/1, May not have stayed beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap at Kempton last time; effective 7f, stays 10f, acts on a sound surface; consistent at 3yo. Eight-race maiden who has finished behind Montu in her last two races; more needed. |
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(4) (14/1 +79%)Fletcher |
14/1(+79%) | (4) Fletcher 14/1, Well beaten again, one for handicaps down the field in a novice at Salisbury most recent; usually held up; bred for 10f; poor so far. Poor so far but gelded ahead of this handicap debut and makes sense to check the betting. |
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(8) (20/1 -82%)Sporty Socks |
20/1(-82%) | (8) Sporty Socks 20/1, Ran to current form 5 1/4l third in a nursery at Chelmsford most recent run; effective at 8f, acts on AW; bit more needed. Off a career-low mark in this modest handicap and she has been placed before. |
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(9) (28/1 +44%)Karios |
28/1(+44%) | (9) Karios 28/1, Well beaten again, one for handicaps down the field in a maiden at Southwell most recent; likely to need further than 1m; still open to improvement. Left James Ferguson for 1,600gns after showing precious little in four 1m races. |
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(11) (50/1 +24%)Out In The Cold |
50/1(+24%) | (11) Out In The Cold 50/1, Found nothing beaten 10l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; returning from a break; should be effective around 7/8f; yet to show any sign of ability. Poor so far, including two handicaps at about 1m on the AW when big prices; opposable. |

A trappy contest in which penalised course winner Lucky Sevens is expected to feature alongside Sporty Socks, but a chance can be taken on SEA MEHALAH RUN. In truth, the daughter of Camelot showed little in maiden/novice events last term but she ought to relish a step up in trip now sent handicapping, and her dam is a half-sister to the mighty Enable.

Jim Boyle's DARKEST RED didn't get the run of the race when a market mover on his first run after being gelded.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(1) (6/5 +40%)Shes Got A Brother |
6/5(+40%) | (1) Shes Got A Brother 6/5, Keen despite hood and tongue-tie combo, still scored with bit in hand when 2l winner in a maiden here on debut; effective 5f on AW; unexposed, good chance. Made all on her debut over C&D 19 days ago; runner-up has won since; respected. |
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(2) (3/1 +33%)Society Kiss |
3/1(+33%) | (2) Society Kiss 3/1, Touch disappointing up markedly in grade beaten 9l in Queen Mary Stakes (Group 2) at Ascot last time; trainer in form; returning from long layoff; effective 5f on good to firm; retains potential although has left top yard. 1-2 for Raph Beckett as a 2yo; market informative on stable debut after 314 days off. |
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(9) (7/2 -40%)Reigning Queen |
7/2(-40%) | (9) Reigning Queen 7/2, Night Of Thunder filly; dam high-class from 5-7f winner, including at Group level; top trainer and this one is afforded maximum respect in a weak race. Appealing pedigree and makes her debut in a winnable race. |
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(3) (6/1 +14%)Dance Of Angels |
6/1(+14%) | (3) Dance Of Angels 6/1, Went backwards slightly on debut effort when fourth beaten 3 1/4l in a maiden at Nottingham latest; effective 5f, acts on good; capable of a good run. In the frame in two starts over 5f on turf as a 2yo; worth a market check on return. |
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(7) (11/1 +31%)Magic Lady Mae |
11/1(+31%) | (7) Magic Lady Mae 11/1, Again below novice best beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap here last time; probably stays 7f, acts on AW; still open to improvement and drop to 5f an interesting move. Third of ten on her Chelmsford return in March but hasn't gone on in two subsequent starts. |
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(4) (28/1 0%)Dolo's Star |
28/1(0%) | (4) Dolo's Star 28/1, Improved on a moderate debut when fourth beaten 6 1/4l in a maiden here latest; effective at 5f on AW; needs more. Well held in both starts including when over 6l behind Shes Got A Brother over C&D. |
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(6) (40/1 -43%)Lavender Bloom |
40/1(-43%) | (6) Lavender Bloom 40/1, 35,000gns breeze-up purchase by Showcasing; half-sister to So Chic, useful at 7f as a 2yo; likely up against it on debut. Probably only of interest if backed on debut. |
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(5) (50/1 +0%)Gwen Tennyson |
50/1(+0%) | (5) Gwen Tennyson 50/1, Poor debut when well beaten in a maiden at Newcastle only start; returning from a break; sprint-bred; can only do better. Beat one home on her Newcastle debut in December; major improvement required. |

SOCIETY KISS struck on her introduction before running with credit in the Queen Mary at Royal Ascot last term, and the fact she was only a 7/1 shot that day suggests there should be more to come. This is her first start for the John Mackie yard and an official rating of 86 very much sets the standard. Reigning Queen would be of interest if the market speaks in her favour, whilst C&D debut scorer Shes Got A Brother is next best.

Shes Got A Brother made a successful debut over C&D this month, but may not be able to concede 6lb to the newcomer REIGNING QUEEN.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(8) (4/1 +38%)Khrisma |
4/1(+38%) | (8) Khrisma 4/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Kelso latest where travelled well until bad error; effective at 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; from top stable and has more to offer in handicaps. Bad mistake costly on handicap bow at Kelso latest, could go well if jumps better. |
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(2) (5/1 +9%)Murcia |
5/1(+9%) | (2) Murcia 5/1, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; comfortably held in Listed Handicap Hurdle at Fairyhouse last time; effective 2m, acts on soft, good to soft; won at top level as juvenile in weak contest, running into form this term, flat tracks suit best. Grade 1 winner last year, no joy since but drying ground a plus, the choice of Townend. |
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(17) (5/1 +38%)Jet To Monte Carlo |
5/1(+38%) | (17) Jet To Monte Carlo 5/1, Improved appreciating stiff test down in trip on handicap debut landing a handicap by 4 1/4l off a 9lb lower mark at Fairyhouse last time; effective 2m on soft; point winner progressing over hurdles. Raised 9lb for easy handicap debut win at Fairyhouse, unexposed, may be more to come. |
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(15) (6/1 +57%)Putapoundinthejar |
6/1(+57%) | (15) Putapoundinthejar 6/1, Improved up in trip landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 53lb lower mark at Bellewstown last time; effective 2m, acts on yielding, good; relatively unexposed, could bounce back on spring ground. Dual-purpose, won at this meeting last year under Bowen, Flat win latest, can't discount. |
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(19) (9/1 +0%)Larzac |
9/1(+0%) | (19) Larzac 9/1, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; when fourth beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap hurdle at Cork latest; effective 2m, acts with cut; ex French, highly tried for this yard, likely capable of better. Improved effort on h'cap bow latest, this shorter trip a plus, 1lb wrong but a player. |
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(1) (10/1 +0%)Karbau |
10/1(+0%) | (1) Karbau 10/1, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; keen, found little, race may have come too soon down the field in Listed Handicap Hurdle at Fairyhouse most recent; in good form prior; effective 2m, acts on good, best with cut; capable off current mark. Beaten fav' the last twice, reportedly stopped quickly on latest, Townend jumps ship. |
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(9) (11/1 +31%)I'm Slippy |
11/1(+31%) | (9) I'm Slippy 11/1, Ran to form well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Cork latest; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on heavy, yielding; mark demands more. Progress has stalled since back-to-back wins and Gr' 3 place, soundly beaten last thrice. |
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(11) (12/1 -20%)Davy Crockett |
12/1(-20%) | (11) Davy Crockett 12/1, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; down the field in Listed Handicap Hurdle at Fairyhouse most recent; tongue-tie first time; suited by 2m on decent ground; very well bred, potentially high-class novice when getting back on sound surface. Yet to build on early promise, soundly beaten on h'cap debut latest, tongue tie tried now. |
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(18) (12/1 +40%)Frankendael |
12/1(+40%) | (18) Frankendael 12/1, Travelled, back to form benefitting from reappearance, probably challenged a bit early beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Listowel last time; returning from long layoff; effective 2m on a sound surface; good chance off this mark. No win since Sept' 2024, off since last June, 1lb wrong, rider's claim a plus. |
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(4) (12/1 -33%)Kalix Delabarriere |
12/1(-33%) | (4) Kalix Delabarriere 12/1, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; improved benefitting from patient ride off strong pace landing a Listed Handicap Hurdle by 5l off a 10lb lower mark at Fairyhouse last time; effective 2m-2m4f with cut; revised mark will demand more. Back to form with a bang at Fairyhouse under this rider latest, obvious chance with repeat. |
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(13) (16/1 0%)We're Red And Blue |
16/1(0%) | (13) We're Red And Blue 16/1, Ran to form, benefitted from positive ride at sharp track when second beaten 4l in a handicap hurdle at Haydock latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; in good form, remains on fair mark on novice form. Held form well since Huntingdon win inc' third in Imperial Cup, in the mix; cheekpieces on. |
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(7) (25/1 -56%)Full Of Life |
25/1(-56%) | (7) Full Of Life 25/1, Pulled way to front, stopped quickly, outclassed down the field in Ryanair Mares' Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Cheltenham most recent; in good form prior; effective at 2-2 1/2m, acts on any; may have reached level over hurdles. 2-7 over hurdles, Gr' 3 mares' novice winner, poor at Cheltenham latest, needs to rebound. |
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(12) (25/1 -56%)Messerschmitt |
25/1(-56%) | (12) Messerschmitt 25/1, Made too much use of and challenged too soon off strong pace down the field in Listed Handicap Hurdle at Fairyhouse most recent; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; could bounce back under more reserved ride. Good effort in Imperial Cup on penultimate, place chance if repeats that form. |
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(3) (25/1 -178%)Touch Me Not |
25/1(-178%) | (3) Touch Me Not 25/1, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; taken on up front and made too much use of down the field in Grand Annual Challenge Cup at Cheltenham most recent; effective 2m, suited by cut; in form until latest, fair mark on Graded efforts. Grade 2 novice winner here over fences, rated 17lb lower over hurdles, can't discount. |
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(20) (28/1 -27%)Mode Avion |
28/1(-27%) | (20) Mode Avion 28/1, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; scored by 12l off a 13lb lower mark at Fairyhouse three starts back; effective at 2m, acts on heavy; consistent. Won easily on h'cap debut at Fairyhouse, beaten off revised mark latest, wants it softer. |
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(10) (28/1 +44%)Washington |
28/1(+44%) | (10) Washington 28/1, Yard won this last year; keen, mistakes, never in the race well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Kempton latest; trainer in form; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; mark demands more. Won at Chepstow off 1lb higher in Oct', heavy defeats four starts since, hard to fancy. |
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(21) (33/1 -136%)Rockymountainbleu |
33/1(-136%) | (21) Rockymountainbleu 33/1, Travelled, out-battled late, ran to form beaten 3 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Cork last time; effective 2-2 1/2m; consistent, may get slightly further, maiden for a reason. Course winner, in decent form, beaten 3.25l on latest, 4lb wrong here, minor place shout. |
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(6) (50/1 -52%)Lord Erskine |
50/1(-52%) | (6) Lord Erskine 50/1, Made too much use of down the field in Listed Handicap Hurdle at Fairyhouse most recent; effective 2m; consistent veteran in both codes holds little secrets from handicapper. Admirable dual-purpose veteran, time may be catching up on evidence of last two runs. |
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(5) (50/1 -25%)Balko D'ange |
50/1(-25%) | (5) Balko D'ange 50/1, Fell in County Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham latest; effective at 2m, acts on heavy, good; in good form but mark about right. Won off 8lb lower in Nov', has fallen two of last three starts, risky proposition for now. |
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(14) (66/1 -100%)Arch Empire |
66/1(-100%) | (14) Arch Empire 66/1, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; race may have come a bit soon down the field in a handicap hurdle at Down Royal most recent; effective 2m; generally consistent until latest. 1-10 over hurdles, well beaten when last seen in November, others appeal more. |
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(16) (100/1 -100%)Autumn Twist |
100/1(-100%) | (16) Autumn Twist 100/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Cork latest; effective at 2m on good; mark probably stiff enough. Maiden and novice hurdle winner, yet to fire in h'caps, pulled up latest, others preferred. |

With the ground coming in her favour, MURCIA has every chance of gaining a first victory of the campaign. A Grade 1 winner at Aintree last season, the Willie Mullins-trained five-year-old has run with credit in a number of big handicaps this term. Down the field in the County Hurdle on her penultimate start, the daughter of Doctor Dino ran a big race when fifth at Fairyhouse last time. Imperial Cup third We're Red And Blue is another proven performer in these big fields. Runner-up at Haydock recently, he should again be involved. Jet To Monte Carlo, an impressive winner at Fairyhouse, commands maximum respect, despite a 9lb rise.

JET TO MONTE CARLO is preferred. He bolted up on his handicap debut last time and a 9lb rise may not stop him from following up
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(2) (15/8 +6%)Topteam |
15/8(+6%) | (2) Topteam 15/8, Good attitude, ran to best landing a handicap by a length off a 3lb lower mark at Kempton last time; top course jockey/trainer combination; enjoys making it; effective 10f, 12f may suit better, acts on sound surface; likeable sort with more to offer. Scrapper who won three times on turf last term and again on AW return; tops the list. |
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(4) (9/4 +78%)Night Breeze |
9/4(+78%) | (4) Night Breeze 9/4, Ran to form back up in trip beaten 2l off this mark at Musselburgh last time; enjoys making it; effective 10-12f on a sound surface; just 1lb above last winning mark, can go well. Sound surface and 1m4f ideal; back in form lately, including at Musselburgh on Sunday. |
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(1) (11/4 -22%)Sing Us A Song |
11/4(-22%) | (1) Sing Us A Song 11/4, Back to winning ways up in trip, drop in class also suited when landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Haydock last time; effective 12f, further may suit, acts on any; can rate more highly this season although is down in trip for this return. Winning 1m2f return last year; signed off with another win (1m6f) in September; unexposed. |
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(3) (7/2 -17%)Asgard's Captain |
7/2(-17%) | (3) Asgard's Captain 7/2, Won this last year; ran to form when 4 1/2l third in a handicap at Meydan most recent run; effective 12f, suited by sound surface; in form and mark remains competitive. Won this last year; arrives fit after creditable efforts in UAE and must be considered. |
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(5) (12/1 -20%)Nunc Est Bibendum |
12/1(-20%) | (5) Nunc Est Bibendum 12/1, Should have done better, race maybe came too soon beaten 3l off this mark at Southwell last time; off a short-break; effective 10-16f, acts on yielding, good and AW; needs more off this mark back on turf and dropping in trip. Secured AW hat-trick up at 2m over the winter; something to prove at this trip on turf. |

Asgard's Captain probably doesn't have much wiggle room from his current handicap mark, but he won this 12 months ago and arrives following a fair spell out in Dubai. TOPTEAM was progressive as a three-year-old last term, though, and showed the benefit of a gelding operation when scoring on his return at Kempton. The son of Oasis Dream is three from six on the grass and could have lots more to offer this season. That might also be said for Sing Us A Song, who was last seen winning at Haydock.

Asgard's Captain looks sure to go well but the vote goes to Andrew Balding's likeable TOPTEAM (nap).
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(2) (10/11 +64%)Sword Of Wessex |
10/11(+64%) | (2) Sword Of Wessex 10/11, Outpaced, never threatened beaten 9l in a handicap at Southwell last time; effective 10-14f on soft, good and AW; form has tailed off recently. Poor in last two races and he's now had lots of chances over various distances. |
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(3) (15/8 -158%)Pershalla |
15/8(-158%) | (3) Pershalla 15/8, Best handicap run up to 12f landing a handicap by a length off a 4lb lower mark at Kempton last time; stays 12f, acts on AW; contender up 4lb. Back up 4lb for the AW Kempton win but in form and probably capable of better. |
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(4) (9/2 +0%)One Million Dreams |
9/2(+0%) | (4) One Million Dreams 9/2, Taken on up front and did too much too soon down the field in a handicap at Lingfield most recent; effective 12/13f, acts on good, good to firm and AW; in good form last summer but bit to prove after latest. He's back with Nick Littmoden for whom he did well in handicaps last year. |
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(1) (12/1 +25%)Atlantic Sunset |
12/1(+25%) | (1) Atlantic Sunset 12/1, Made too much use of down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recent; off a short-break; suited by 11/12f, acts on a sound surface; has lost enthusiasm and all to prove. Lost his way for previous yard after last summer's sole win; joined this one for 1,000gns. |

Each of her three rivals arrive with something to prove, so this should be an excellent opportunity for PERSHALLA. Hooded for the first time (retained) at Kempton latest, she defied odds of 40/1 to score and, open to bags of improvement on the grass, a 4lb rise should be no barrier to further success. Sword Of Wessex can edge out Atlantic Sunset and claim the silver medal.

Pershalla is the most likely winner but ONE MILLION DREAMS is a feasible alternative on his first run back with Nick Littmoden.
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(6) (2/1 +20%)Jack Andrea |
2/1(+20%) | (6) Jack Andrea 2/1, Travelled, improved again up to 12f landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark here last time; effective 8-12f, acts on soft, good and AW; more to come at this trip. In fine form lately and bids for a course hat-trick; something appears to have clicked. |
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(5) (3/1 -9%)Tupero |
3/1(-9%) | (5) Tupero 3/1, Ran to best back on turf when second beaten 1 1/2l off 59 last time, 1lb higher here; effective at 12f, acts on soft, good and AW; improving, good chance here. Won at Newcastle in February and runner-up to a subsequent winner at Catterick this month. |
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(9) (5/1 +33%)Electric Bass |
5/1(+33%) | (9) Electric Bass 5/1, Didn't get home up in trip beaten 6l in a handicap here last time; returning from a break; effective 8-12f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; drop in trip can see him back to best. Return to this trip should suit, but has been off for 130 days; market useful. |
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(4) (17/2 -6%)Arth's Gold |
17/2(-6%) | (4) Arth's Gold 17/2, Below form back on turf beaten 9l in a handicap at Beverley last time; effective 7-12f, acts on AW; down to a competitive mark but unreliable of late. 0-13, but only beaten half a length by Jack Andrea over C&D this month and 3lb better off. |
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(7) (11/1 +56%)Lednikov |
11/1(+56%) | (7) Lednikov 11/1, Run of race, below form down in trip when seventh beaten 11l off 59 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 12-14f, acts on sound surface; remains 7lb above last win mark. Has won here six times, but finished well behind a couple of these over C&D last time. |
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(10) (11/1 -57%)Night Bear |
11/1(-57%) | (10) Night Bear 11/1, Perhaps made move too soon beaten a head off a 2lb lower mark here last time; enjoys making it; effective 10-12f, acts on sound surface; consistent of late, should be thereabouts. C&D winner and beaten just a head by Jack Andrea here last time; 5lb better off. |
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(1) (12/1 +0%)Shaffron |
12/1(+0%) | (1) Shaffron 12/1, Raced wide throughout when down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recent; top course jockey; effective 11/12f, acts on AW; bit to prove in handicaps. 0-5; drops in grade on her return from 197 days off, but may be best watched. |
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(3) (14/1 +44%)Spec Of Light |
14/1(+44%) | (3) Spec Of Light 14/1, Below form beaten 6l in a handicap here last time; effective at 8-12f, acts well on AW; bounce back needed. Has run well on a couple of occasions over middle-distances here; each-way claims. |
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(2) (14/1 -100%)Eagles Whistle |
14/1(-100%) | (2) Eagles Whistle 14/1, Ran to form, best work late down in trip in reapplied cheekpieces 4 1/4l third in a handicap at Wolverhampton most recent run; trainer in form; effective 7-12f, acts on a sound surface; can go well again. Has run with credit in her last three starts, but still has to prove she wants this far. |
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(8) (22/1 -38%)Artavian |
22/1(-38%) | (8) Artavian 22/1, Ran to form beaten 2 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Nottingham last time; suited by 12f, acts on soft, good and AW; needs to build on latest. 1-15; off six months and has run well fresh, but others still make greater appeal. |

JACK ANDREA will likely prove popular in this handicap bidding for the three-timer. John Butler's charge seems to really like this track and won over C&D last time giving the impression there is more to come. Tupero proved a breakthrough Newcastle triumph was no fluke when occupying the runner-up berth at Catterick and he heads the list of dangers from Eagles Whistle.

On the face of it JACK ANDREA (nap) should struggle to confirm course form with a couple of these but he may still have more to offer.
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(3) (6/4 +25%)El Cairos |
6/4(+25%) | (3) El Cairos 6/4, Beaten 9l in Supreme Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham last time where flattened out up the hill; effective at 2m, acts on any; classy bumper performer, strong traveller may need sharp track to show best over hurdles. Didn't get home in the Supreme, this track more suitable, big chance if jumps well. |
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(7) (4/1 +20%)Skylight Hustle |
4/1(+20%) | (7) Skylight Hustle 4/1, Fell in Turners Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest when beaten; hood first time; effective 2m, acts on heavy; bumper form franked over hurdles, debut form strong but fortunate G1 winner. Point, maiden hurdle and Gr' 1 winner, trip too far on latest, could rebound; hooded. |
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(5) (5/1 +29%)Koktail Brut |
5/1(+29%) | (5) Koktail Brut 5/1, Rallied gamely, improved down in class when winning Donohue Marquees Novice Hurdle (Grade 2) at Fairyhouse by 9 1/2l last time; enjoys making it; effective 2m, acts on any; looks useful, may get bit further in time. Dual Grade 2 winner, closely matched with Blake, drying track would be a slight worry. |
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(6) (7/1 -17%)Le Labo |
7/1(-17%) | (6) Le Labo 7/1, Improved jumping much better aided by runner up's errors when winning Kingsfurze Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Naas by a neck last time; top course trainer; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on any; progressive, form franked including at top level. Failed to complete first two starts over timber, beat Blake in Gr'3 latest, go well again. |
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(1) (9/1 -13%)Blake |
9/1(-13%) | (1) Blake 9/1, Fell in Donohue Marquees Novice Hurdle (Grade 2) at Fairyhouse latest when would've placed; effective 2m, acts on soft, yielding, good; useful on flat, progressive over hurdles. Closely matched with Koktail Brut and Le Labo, go close with clear round of jumping. |
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(2) (14/1 +13%)Eachtotheirown |
14/1(+13%) | (2) Eachtotheirown 14/1, Far too free up in class, outclassed down the field in Supreme Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham most recent; hood first time; effective 2m, acts on yielding; winter bumper form franked at Graded level over hurdles, needs drop in class. Has come up well short in two previous runs in graded races, hood goes on. |
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(9) (16/1 +36%)Too Bossy For Us |
16/1(+36%) | (9) Too Bossy For Us 16/1, Pulled up in Donohue Marquees Novice Hurdle (Grade 2) at Fairyhouse latest; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; useful dual purpose performer, may do better over hurdles but jumping must improve. Useful on Flat, struggled up in class since C&D maiden win, overlooked by Townend. |
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(4) (20/1 +60%)Free Spirit |
20/1(+60%) | (4) Free Spirit 20/1, Yard won this last three runnings of race; down the field in Turners Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham most recent; effective 2m, acts with cut; French debut form franked in UK, more to come now he's joined top yard. French winner, has come up short on first two runs for Willie Mullins, more needed. |

Supreme Novices' Hurdle fifth EL CAIROS can record a first win at the highest level. A smart bumper horse last season, the No Risk At All gelding was an unlucky loser when falling at the final flight on his stable/hurdling debut at Leopardstown over Christmas. Off the mark in a maiden hurdle at Thurles subsequently, he was far from disgraced when doing best of the Irish raiding party in the Cheltenham Festival curtain-raiser. Leopardstown Grade 1 winner Skylight Hustle can be forgiven a below-par effort at Cheltenham given that he ran too free, and dropping back in trip should suit. Smart Flat horse Sober also deserves another chance after a poor Festival run.

BLAKE is closely matched with Koktail Brut and Le Labo and if he jumps better he can reverse form with both those rivals
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(2) (2/1 +11%)Montague Menace |
2/1(+11%) | (2) Montague Menace 2/1, Improved to get off the mark when winning a maiden at Lingfield by 2 1/4l last time; top course jockey/trainer combination; effective 7f; more to come now handicapping back up in trip. Gelded when winning AW maiden last month; should have more to offer on handicap debut. |
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(3) (2/1 +11%)On Message |
2/1(+11%) | (3) On Message 2/1, Improved again when winning a novice at Wolverhampton by 2l last time; effective 7f, acts on AW; more to come for top yard now handicapping. Promise on turf; made all on AW in October; interesting on reappearance and handicap debut. |
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(1) (7/2 -75%)Timber Twelve |
7/2(-75%) | (1) Timber Twelve 7/2, Confirmed debut level to defy penalty when winning a novice at Southwell by 2l last time; trainer in form; effective at 8f, acts on AW; could be a nice prospect for handicaps this term. 2-2 and brings plenty of potential to this turf/handicap debut; must be considered. |
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(5) (8/1 +50%)Assaranca |
8/1(+50%) | (5) Assaranca 8/1, Needed run when comfortably held in a handicap at Doncaster last time; effective 7/8f, acts on any; should come on for return but remains 4lb above last win mark. Nursery winner; can be excused easy-ground reappearance over 1m2f; not readily dismissed. |
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(4) (10/1 +64%)Mayaada |
10/1(+64%) | (4) Mayaada 10/1, Raced close to pace which collapsed when down the field in a handicap at Southwell most recent; effective 7/8f, acts on good and good to firm and AW; may have plateaued. Course maiden (7f, good) winner last term but seems to have lost her form; down the list. |
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(6) (14/1 -56%)Terranoble |
14/1(-56%) | (6) Terranoble 14/1, Improved markedly to win at Wolverhampton by 2 1/4l last time; off a short-break; stays 9f, acts on AW; big, strong sort with more to come now handicapping. All starts around 1m on AW; improved to win January novice; respected on turf/h'cap debut. |

Timber Twelve proved that his shock debut success was no flash in the pan when going in again under a penalty at Southwell. Switching to turf shouldn't be an issue, nor should an opening mark of 82, but MONTAGUE MENACE might be better treated of the pair. Andrew Balding's charge struggled on soft ground last term, but returned to score on the all-weather at Lingfield recently. Into handicaps on a better surface, he could find further progress. On Message is also noted.

Four handicap newcomers head the list and the vote goes to Ralph Beckett's filly ON MESSAGE, who holds some flashy future entries.
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(2) (2/1 +27%)Miss Nightfall |
2/1(+27%) | (2) Miss Nightfall 2/1, Never threatened having missed break beaten 8l in Snowdrop Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Kempton last time; effective 7/8f, acts on any, sound surface may suit best; likely flattered by Group run. Highly tried on last four starts and her handicap form is very solid. |
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(4) (3/1 +14%)Lady Mariko |
3/1(+14%) | (4) Lady Mariko 3/1, Ran to form back down in trip landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Kempton last time; suited by 7/8f, acts on any; consistent on the whole. Did well to win over 6f at Kempton (AW) 22 days ago as this is probably more her trip. |
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(1) (9/2 +55%)Havana Pusey |
9/2(+55%) | (1) Havana Pusey 9/2, Needed run down the field in a handicap at Newmarket most recent; effective 6f, probably better 7f, needs sound surface; generally consistent handicapper, should come on for latest. Last campaign ended badly and her reappearance at the Craven meeting was no better. |
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(6) (9/2 -64%)Shallow |
9/2(-64%) | (6) Shallow 9/2, Didn't stay having done plenty early down the field in a handicap at Newcastle most recent; cheekpieces first time; trainer in form; enjoys making it; effective 6/7f, all form on a sound surface; needs more. If new cheekpieces do the trick then she could be dangerous off this mark. |
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(5) (11/1 -120%)Lady Manzor |
11/1(-120%) | (5) Lady Manzor 11/1, Ran to form beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Lingfield last time; effective 7/8f on sound surface; consistent. Signs of returning to form in the new cheekpieces last time at Lingfield. |
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(3) (14/1 -17%)Bridget's View |
14/1(-17%) | (3) Bridget's View 14/1, Outclassed beaten 8l in a handicap at Newcastle last time; effective at 7/8f, acts on good to soft and AW; drop in class a plus but must bounce back. Tongue-tie removed after last time; previous close fifth at Lingfield brings her into this. |
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(7) (18/1 -80%)Ironist |
18/1(-80%) | (7) Ironist 18/1, Ran to form beaten 4l off this mark here last time; effective 6/7f, acts on any; in decent form, still competitively handicapped. Ran okay last week after her break but this is much tougher than usual. |

Lady Mariko regained the winning thread over 6f at Kempton earlier in the month and needs to be taken seriously, but the one who appeals most is MISS NIGHTFALL. The daughter of Sands Of Mali was sent off favourite for the Sandringham at Royal Ascot last June and competes off only a 2lb higher rating now. If sparking any sort of a revival, she could prove a tough nut to crack. Shallow completes the shortlist.

James Fanshawe's MISS NIGHTFALL can make her class count on this return to handicap company.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(10) (7/2 +13%)Regal Glory |
7/2(+13%) | (10) Regal Glory 7/2, Ran to form beaten 3l off this mark at Catterick last time; suited by 10-12f and a sound surface; can again go well. Record of 1-37 sounds a note of caution and she is unraced beyond 1m6f. |
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(3) (5/1 +69%)Fashionelle |
5/1(+69%) | (3) Fashionelle 5/1, Bit below form when comfortably held in a handicap here last time; effective 14-16f, acts on a sound surface; still to win a handicap. Some good efforts last year, but needs to better her two starts since returning last month. |
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(1) (5/1 +41%)Charlie Darling |
5/1(+41%) | (1) Charlie Darling 5/1, Best run since return from absence beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; effective 12-19f, acts on yielding, good and AW; needs more. Third over C&D earlier this month; drops in grade and every chance if building on that. |
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(5) (11/2 +27%)Different Drum |
11/2(+27%) | (5) Different Drum 11/2, Ran to form to get off the mark over hurdles at Carlisle last time; effective up to 2m1f on the Flat; wasn't in good form when last seen on the Flat, bit to prove. Successful over hurdles this month; a player if transferring that form back to the Flat. |
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(4) (15/2 +12%)Sullivan Bay |
15/2(+12%) | (4) Sullivan Bay 15/2, Poor hurdles return when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon latest; in good form prior; effective up to 16f on AW; should be happier back on Flat. Dual Polytrack winner, but ran well when third over C&D in November 2024; each-way claims. |
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(11) (15/2 -7%)Apache Eagle |
15/2(-7%) | (11) Apache Eagle 15/2, Ran to form beaten 3l off this mark here last time; effective 12-14f, acts on AW; consistent of late, should again go well. 0-15 but finished runner-up over 1m6f here on Saturday; each-way material. |
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(2) (8/1 -100%)Payment Plan |
8/1(-100%) | (2) Payment Plan 8/1, Ran as though something amiss when well beaten in a handicap here latest; effective 14-16f, suited by AW; bounce back needed. Dual C&D winner, but well beaten on his reappearance here earlier this month; watch market. |
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(6) (10/1 -18%)Colinski |
10/1(-18%) | (6) Colinski 10/1, Lacked pace down in trip beaten 8l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; effective 12-17f, acts on soft, good and AW; could bounce back returning to this trip. Out of the frame in two starts on the AW since returning for this yard last month. |
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(8) (16/1 -60%)Cold Henry |
16/1(-60%) | (8) Cold Henry 16/1, Made too much use of down in trip when pulled up in a handicap hurdle latest; effective 2m, acts on soft and AW; needs more back on Flat. Placed three times in seven visits here, but others are more compelling. |
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(7) (20/1 -67%)Onlyriversrunfree |
20/1(-67%) | (7) Onlyriversrunfree 20/1, Improved down in grade/up in trip tried in cheekpieces 2l third in a classified race at Lingfield most recent run; effective 12f, acts on AW; more to come. 0-7; third at Lingfield last month, but has something to prove over this far. |
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(9) (20/1 -67%)Crystal Guard |
20/1(-67%) | (9) Crystal Guard 20/1, Step back in right direction beaten 6l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; effective 12-14f, acts on a sound surface; mark easing but needs more. Placed three times from six starts over this sort of trip on Tapeta; could make the frame. |

SULLIVAN BAY will be winning a race of this nature sooner rather than later if second-placed efforts at Chelmsford and Lingfield are anything to go by. A lacklustre display over hurdles at Huntingdon can be forgiven and he's taken to strike back on Flat duty. Regal Glory is expected to be bang there at the business end and Apache Eagle can make his presence felt.

There was plenty to like about CHARLIE DARLING's third over C&D earlier this month and he takes on lesser company this time.
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(4) (8/11 +64%)Ancient State |
8/11(+64%) | (4) Ancient State 8/11, Improved again landing a handicap by 2l off a 6lb lower mark at Southwell last time; effective at 5/6f and best on a sound surface; progressive but new mark asks more. 3-3 over 5f; easy Class 6 win at Southwell last month; ceiling yet to be established. |
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(3) (7/2 +22%)Lequinto |
7/2(+22%) | (3) Lequinto 7/2, Bit keen but returned to form beaten 1 1/4l off a 1lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; top course trainer; effective 5/6f, acts on any, likes it fast; chance if building on latest. The odd good run on AW this year, the latest when second here (6f) yesterday; others safer. |
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(1) (4/1 -33%)Mick's Spirit |
4/1(-33%) | (1) Mick's Spirit 4/1, Ran to form landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark here last time; off a short-break; suited by 5f, acts on sound surface; generally consistent, mark looks stiff. Multiple C&D winner; may not have to work too hard to secure the lead; dangerous again. |
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(2) (5/1 +0%)Spendmore Lane |
5/1(+0%) | (2) Spendmore Lane 5/1, Scored by 5l off a 9lb lower mark at Wolverhampton three starts back; hung, lame seventh beaten 7l off 70 last time, same mark here; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface; in fine form until latest which is worth forgiving. Two 5f AW wins this year but she's odds-on to get it wrong at the start & that's the worry. |
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(5) (16/1 -300%)Aleppo Pepper |
16/1(-300%) | (5) Aleppo Pepper 16/1, Improved back from lay off 6l third in a maiden at Southwell most recent run; effective 5f, acts on all-weather; latest form franked, opening mark could be lenient. One good run in Ireland in January 2025; can build on recent return but she needs to. |

ANCIENT STATE made the perfect start for the Adam Kirby stable when successful at Southwell on his most recent start and even though a 6lb higher figure makes life tougher, he remains the one to beat. Mick's Spirit went in by half a length over C&D last month and is likely to be on the premises, while Aleppo Pepper is another to watch out for.

Ancient State remains of interest but MICK'S SPIRIT (nap) is a hard horse to peg back around here when able to lead.
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(3) (1/1 +27%)Kitzbuhel |
1/1(+27%) | (3) Kitzbuhel 1/1, Winner of two G1s; yard won this last year; given fine ride when winning Brown Advisory Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham by 3/4l last time; enjoys making it; effective 2-3m, acts on any but suited by good; top class chaser, bold jumping an asset. Best of the Mullins quartet judged on his Brown Advisory win atoning for Sandown failure. |
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(7) (9/2 +36%)Predators Gold |
9/2(+36%) | (7) Predators Gold 9/2, Yard won this last year; fell in WillowWarm Gold Cup (Grade 1) at Fairyhouse latest when looked huge threat and may have won; effective 2 1/2-2 3/4m, acts with cut; more to come over fences judged on classy hurdle form. Going well when falling two out in the 2m4f Fairyhouse Grade 1 won by Fleur In The Park. |
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(2) (7/1 +0%)Kappa Jy Pyke |
7/1(+0%) | (2) Kappa Jy Pyke 7/1, Yard won this last year; ran to form up in class when second beaten 3l in WillowWarm Gold Cup (Grade 1) at Fairyhouse latest; effective 2-2 1/2m; looks classy chaser. Failed to cope with Fleur In The Park at Fairyhouse, helps to add depth to stable's squad. |
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(6) (15/2 +32%)Oscars Brother |
15/2(+32%) | (6) Oscars Brother 15/2, Unseated in Grand National at Aintree latest when well fancied; ran well against pace bias behind Kitzbuhel at top level previously; Grade 2 winner; effective 3m, acts on any; progressive over fences. Late progress to finish fourth behind Kitzbuhel at Cheltenham, unseated in Grand National. |
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(1) (10/1 +0%)Fleur In The Park |
10/1(+0%) | (1) Fleur In The Park 10/1, Improved under well timed ride avoiding carnage when winning WillowWarm Gold Cup (Grade 1) at Fairyhouse by 3l last time; effective 2m-3m, acts with cut; progressive, slight enthusiasm queries. A revelation when winning 2m4f Grade 1 at Fairyhouse, fair chance of getting this trip. |
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(10) (16/1 +52%)July Flower |
16/1(+52%) | (10) July Flower 16/1, Made too much use of comfortably held in Mrs Paddy Power Mares' Chase (Grade 2) at Cheltenham last time; effective 2-3m, suited by plenty of cut; useful novice chaser, may have reached level. Only mare in the field, reservations about stamina and seems short of the standard needed. |
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(9) (20/1 -43%)Western Fold |
20/1(-43%) | (9) Western Fold 20/1, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; badly hampered and departed just as race was developing, may have played a part behind Fleur In The Park at top level last time; effective at 2m4f-3m, best on a sound surface; progressive until latest, Galway Plate winner may have reached level. Needs to recapture early-season form, Galway Plate winner and Grade 2 Gowran scorer. |
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(5) (33/1 +0%)Nowwhatdoyouthink |
33/1(+0%) | (5) Nowwhatdoyouthink 33/1, Did it cosily, improved up in trip when winning BAR 1 Betting Chase (Grade 3) at Cork by 6 1/2l last time; effective 2m-3m, acts on soft, good; progressing over fences, could be well treated back in a handicap, unexposed as a stayer. Fine effort when winning a three-runner Cork event, takes a big jump in class.. |
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(8) (33/1 +0%)Spanish Harlem |
33/1(+0%) | (8) Spanish Harlem 33/1, Yard won this last year; pulled up in Grand National at Aintree latest; acts on soft but suited by decent ground, strong stayer over 3m+; generally solid handicapper but vulnerable in this class. Kerry National winner last autumn, non-finisher four times since then, very risky. |

Brown Advisory winner KITZBUHEL can double up here for Willie Mullins. A Grade 1 winner at Kempton over Christmas, the five-year-old may appreciate going back right-handed after his Cheltenham Festival victory. While he undoubtedly had to pull out all the stops to beat a stablemate last month, he should go well if over those exertions. Fleur In The Park was an outsider when winning a Fairyhouse Grade 1 but fully deserved his success on the day and shouldn't be underestimated. Western Fold would be a threat to all if recapturing his best form.

Willie Mullins fields a powerful team headed by the Brown Advisory winner KITZBUHEL who can uphold form with Oscars Brother
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(8) (5/2 -25%)Tribal Rhythm |
5/2(-25%) | (8) Tribal Rhythm 5/2, Won this last year; unlucky not to push winner closer beaten 3/4l off a 1lb lower mark at Bath last time; top course jockey; effective 8f, acts on good to soft and AW; good chance of compensation. Last year's winner who looked unlucky when second on this month's comeback; every chance. |
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(3) (5/1 +58%)Shafdar |
5/1(+58%) | (3) Shafdar 5/1, Found little, below form beaten 8l in a handicap at Newcastle last time; in good form prior; effective 7/8f, acts on heavy and AW; needs to leave latest behind. Unexposed and can be excused latest; warrants consideration on first turf start for yard. |
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(5) (5/1 -25%)Mr Baloo |
5/1(-25%) | (5) Mr Baloo 5/1, Back to best in reapplied cheekpieces landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Lingfield last time; effective 8-10f, suited by a sound surface, best form on AW; new mark still fair, can go well again. 7f nursery winner here who won (AW) in cheekpieces last time; retains handicapping scope. |
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(4) (7/1 -27%)Kaleido |
7/1(-27%) | (4) Kaleido 7/1, Well beaten, market expected better, ground an issue when beaten 5l in a handicap at Goodwood last time; in good form prior; effective 7/8f on a sound surface; might need this. Unexposed and retains potential ahead of this seasonal/stable debut; has been gelded. |
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(6) (7/1 +7%)Carnival Day |
7/1(+7%) | (6) Carnival Day 7/1, Bit too slowly away when fourth beaten 9l in a handicap at Leicester latest; effective 10-12f, acts on any, likes give; consistent sort, likely to go well once more. 1m2f winner here in July; this trip raises a question on return; market might help. |
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(7) (7/1 +22%)Sweet Reward |
7/1(+22%) | (7) Sweet Reward 7/1, Hampered coming out of stalls when well beaten in a handicap at Newbury latest; trainer in form; effective 8-11f, acts on any; inconsistent. This trip is on the short side but he won on last year's reappearance and is 2lb lower. |
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(2) (15/2 +66%)Knights Gold |
15/2(+66%) | (2) Knights Gold 15/2, Never in it from off the pace beaten 10l in a handicap at Doncaster last time; effective 7/8f, acts on any; bounce back needed. Productive last year but yet to get going this term; mark demands a return to his peak. |
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(1) (11/1 +67%)Organ |
11/1(+67%) | (1) Organ 11/1, Well beaten when down the field in a handicap at Newbury most recent; suited by a 8f on a sound surface; might need this. Landed hat-trick last term before form tailed off; nothing wrong with this mark on return. |
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(9) (28/1 -180%)Amused |
28/1(-180%) | (9) Amused 28/1, Bit wide but ran to form beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Kempton last time; cheekpieces first time; returning from a break; effective 6-8f; chance if building on latest. Solid AW fifth in December; cheekpieces on for this return and he's not ruled out. |
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(10) (28/1 -56%)Tronido |
28/1(-56%) | (10) Tronido 28/1, Didn't find for pressure beaten 5l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; enjoys making it; best around 8f, acts on soft and AW; remains 2lb above last win mark. Knows how to win but little encouragement in three starts this term; mark fine. |

TRIBAL RHYTHM's form tailed off after winning this race 12 months ago but he returned with a good second at Bath, an effort which can be marked up given that he was denied a clear run at a crucial stage. The five-year-old is only 1lb above last year's winning mark and is fancied to repeat the dose. Previous course winner Mr Baloo merits respect having struck at Lingfield a fortnight ago, and don't rule out the class-dropping Knights Gold.

This can be fought out by last year's winner Tribal Rhythm and MR BALOO, with the latter given the nod to go 2-2 in cheekpieces.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(8) (2/1 +27%)Moonhall Lass |
2/1(+27%) | (8) Moonhall Lass 2/1, Returned to form beaten 3/4l off this mark at Southwell last time; effective 6/7f on sound surface; still a maiden but competitive if building on latest. Made a positive debut for James Owen when close third at Southwell (6f, AW). |
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(7) (5/2 +29%)No Gain |
5/2(+29%) | (7) No Gain 5/2, Too much to do having missed the break beaten 4l off this mark at Doncaster last time; blinkers first time; effective 7-12f on sound surface; can go well again. 5f appeared too sharp last time; interesting returned to 6f with blinkers given a go. |
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(6) (11/2 -65%)Griselda |
11/2(-65%) | (6) Griselda 11/2, Ran to form beaten 1/2l off this mark at Southwell last time; trainer in form; effective up to 6f, acts on good to soft and good to firm; on long losing run but fair mark if building on latest. Has regressed but handicapped accordingly and did go close on the AW last time. |
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(2) (6/1 +33%)Grand Citadel |
6/1(+33%) | (2) Grand Citadel 6/1, Went clear, made too much use of beaten 3l off this mark here last time; effective 5-8f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; mark a fraction stiff but contender if bringing best. Ran well over 1m here last time after going off fast; expect same tactics back at 6f. |
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(3) (9/1 -80%)Dion Baker |
9/1(-80%) | (3) Dion Baker 9/1, May not have stayed well beaten in a handicap at Lingfield latest; off a short-break; effective 6/7f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; bounce back needed. Lurks on a dangerous mark but this trip is not ideal, with all his wins over 7f. |
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(5) (16/1 -60%)Sir Rodneyredblood |
16/1(-60%) | (5) Sir Rodneyredblood 16/1, Step back in right direction beaten 1 1/4l off a 8lb higher mark at Chelmsford last time; off a short-break; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface but best on AW; inconsistent sort. Only 1-17 on turf but has course form and this mark gives him a chance. |
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(4) (16/1 -14%)Top Biller |
16/1(-14%) | (4) Top Biller 16/1, Too much to do having missed the break and met plenty of trouble down the field in a classified race at Wolverhampton most recent; effective 6f, acts on sound surface; inconsistent but capable of better than showed latest. Had excuses last time; front-runner for whom an easy lead looks unlikely. |
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(1) (22/1 -10%)Edergole's Gift |
22/1(-10%) | (1) Edergole's Gift 22/1, Did too much too soon from poor draw beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; effective 6/7f, acts on a sound surface; bit out of sorts. Since going close on the AW in January she's lost her way; others preferred. |

GRISELDA produced a better performance when finishing second over this distance at Southwell and goes off an unchanged rating. As long as the daughter of Kodi Bear transfers that form to turf, she will prove hard to beat. C&D winner Sir Rodneyredblood remains on a workable mark and is considered along with Moonhall Lass, who makes just her second start for the James Owen yard.

Moonhall Lass (second choice) and Griselda have good claims but NO GAIN returns to 6f with blinkers added.
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(1) (11/4 +0%)Mount Ruapehu |
11/4(+0%) | (1) Mount Ruapehu 11/4, Scored by 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark here penultimate start; ran to form third beaten 3l off 60 last time, same mark here; effective 5/6f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; thriving of late and unbeaten over this C&D. The hat-trick bid came up shy but at Wolverhampton and he seems better here. |
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(6) (3/1 +25%)South Shore |
3/1(+25%) | (6) South Shore 3/1, Every chance, ran to form beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; wide draw; effective 5/6f, acts on any; just below last winning mark but needs more. Can miss the break and/or pull hard; has performed okay in two runs after a break. |
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(3) (13/2 +24%)Mu Mu Land |
13/2(+24%) | (3) Mu Mu Land 13/2, Needed run after wind op beaten 8l in a handicap at Pontefract last time; second run after wind op; wide draw; effective 6/7f, acts on a sound surface; mark keeps sliding but still looks tough. 0-8 in handicaps and showed no benefit for wind surgery at Pontefract. |
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(2) (7/1 +30%)Pinjarra |
7/1(+30%) | (2) Pinjarra 7/1, Scored by 3/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Chelmsford three starts back; did plenty early from wide draw 13th beaten 25l off 60 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 5-7f, acts on good, fast and AW; needs to settle, chance at weights if does. Drawn wide last time but also below par here the run before when behind Mount Ruapehu. |
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(7) (7/1 +36%)Melissa Honey |
7/1(+36%) | (7) Melissa Honey 7/1, Outpaced, looked in need of stiffer test beaten 3 1/4l off a 2lb higher mark here last time; wide draw; effective 6/7f, acts on AW; form has tailed off recently. 12-race maiden who was sixth of nine here 23 days ago after a break. |
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(8) (9/1 -50%)Dr Ali |
9/1(-50%) | (8) Dr Ali 9/1, Overcame trouble and ran to form when winning a classified race at Wolverhampton by 1/2l last time; effective 6/7f, all recent form on AW; in form and not ruled out back in a handicap. Doubled his tally when reeling in the long-time leader at Wolverhampton a month ago. |
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(4) (10/1 -25%)Queensmaite |
10/1(-25%) | (4) Queensmaite 10/1, Never threatened having missed the break beaten 9l in a handicap here last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 5-6f on good, AW; bit more needed in handicaps. It's been a quiet start in handicaps (here) and now goes in cheekpieces. |
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(5) (12/1 +64%)Angel Of England |
12/1(+64%) | (5) Angel Of England 12/1, Did too much too soon down the field in a handicap at Redcar most recent; effective at 6/7f, acts on good to soft and AW; unreliable. Record of 1-26; shown nothing in two runs after wind surgery and too risky to contemplate. |
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(9) (12/1 -33%)East Tyrone |
12/1(-33%) | (9) East Tyrone 12/1, Travelled, short of room late, ran to form beaten 1 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; suited by 6f, acts on AW; could build on latest. Tends to pull hard; still deserves some respect after a recent third over C&D. |
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(10) (20/1 -122%)Tommytwohoots |
20/1(-122%) | (10) Tommytwohoots 20/1, Below form up in trip beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap at Thirsk last time; in good form prior; trainer in form; suited by 6f, acts on an easy surface and AW; in good form of late. Last run was too bad to be true and had made a positive start for this yard. |

MOUNT RUAPEHU couldn't complete the hat-trick at Wolverhampton when third, but that was still a solid effort and it wouldn't be a huge surprise if he got back in the winning groove now switched back to this venue, given he'd set up that three-timer bid courtesy of back-to-back C&D wins. Dr Ali and East Tyrone also command respect in here.

Still in form and returning to the scene of his last two wins, MOUNT RUAPEHU gets the nod.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(3) (11/4 -47%)Get This In |
11/4(-47%) | (3) Get This In 11/4, Went backwards from debut run beaten 3l in a maiden at Kempton last time; bred for 8f+, acts on good; can do better back from a break. Promise in two 7f runs last year; been gelded; plenty more to come at 1m+; key contender. |
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(2) (7/2 -27%)Champion Lawman |
7/2(-27%) | (2) Champion Lawman 7/2, Sold for 44,000 euros as a yearling; colt by high-class sprinter Showcasing; full-brother to Panama Red, very smart at 1m; dam very useful middle-distance performer Allegation; probably effective 1m; of interest. 44,000euros yearling with 4 winning siblings; enough paper appeal to warrant a close look. |
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(11) (5/1 +58%)Annahita |
5/1(+58%) | (11) Annahita 5/1, Moderate debut effort, sure to come on for the run beaten 6l in a maiden at Kempton on debut; acts on AW; likely to improve. Never-dangerous seventh of 13 at Kempton in November (1m); needs a good surge of progress. |
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(7) (5/1 -25%)Rogue Defence |
5/1(-25%) | (7) Rogue Defence 5/1, 30,000gns Dark Angel gelding; half-brother to Meraas, very smart at 6f; dam high-class at 8f; tough enough task on debut. 30,000gns yearling; useful pedigree and he starts out in a winnable race; check betting. |
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(9) (6/1 +14%)Roi De Coeur |
6/1(+14%) | (9) Roi De Coeur 6/1, City Light gelding; dam smart at 10f; wide draw; dam placed at Listed level in Italy; tough enough task on debut. Dam a fair winner in Italy; betting to guide on debut. |
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(8) (8/1 +76%)Seraglio Point |
8/1(+76%) | (8) Seraglio Point 8/1, Golden Horn colt; half-brother to Wyoming, very useful at 12f; dam smart from 10f to 12f; stable holds stronger claims. Half-brother to three winners out of a useful 1m4f winner; one of three runners for yard. |
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(4) (11/1 +67%)Pace Attack |
11/1(+67%) | (4) Pace Attack 11/1, Never threatened comfortably held in a maiden at Kempton last time; trainer in form; bred for 8f-plus; improvement likely once handicapping over further. Unplaced in two 1m maidens at Kempton this spring; likely one for handicaps after this. |
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(5) (12/1 -71%)Scheffler |
12/1(-71%) | (5) Scheffler 12/1, Forced wide from poor draw down the field in a novice at Wolverhampton most recent; wide draw; speedily-bred but gets 7f well, acts on AW; open to improvement stepped up in trip. Promising 3rd over 7f here on debut; backward step dropped to 6f latest; drawn widest. |
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(6) (25/1 -79%)Kennington |
25/1(-79%) | (6) Kennington 25/1, 22,000gns Ardad gelding; half-brother to Dashinwhitesargent, useful from 10f to 12f; dam smart from 8f to 9f; tough enough task on debut. 22,000gns half-brother to a winner out of a useful winning mare; yard run three here. |
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(12) (28/1 +44%)Leia Antilles |
28/1(+44%) | (12) Leia Antilles 28/1, Not involved once again well beaten in a maiden here latest; returning from long layoff; yet to show anything and looks up against it once more. Modest form in two runs over shorter last summer; improvement essential. |
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(10) (50/1 -52%)Veld |
50/1(-52%) | (10) Veld 50/1, Improved a little for debut experience 7 1/2l third in a novice at Wolverhampton most recent run; wide draw; effective 1m, acts on AW; big, fairly nice type that should do much better given time. Minor promise in two fillies' novice events this spring (around 1m); longer-term prospect. |
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(1) (80/1 +20%)Lissahane Lass |
80/1(+20%) | (1) Lissahane Lass 80/1, Failed to build on debut comfortably held in a bumper at Wincanton last time; all to do starting out on the Flat. Big prices and poor form in two bumpers this spring; hard to recommend. |

GET THIS IN finished third behind two nice types on debut at Sandown prior to producing an underwhelming effort when sixth at Kempton. Provided the son of Study Of Man has wintered well and a gelding operation has the desired effect, he could prove tough to beat. Champion Lawman changed hands for 44,000 euros as a yearling and is related to a few winners, including Listed scorer Panama Red. He warrants a market check along with Rogue Defence, who has Rab Havlin booked.

Champion Lawman and Rogue Defence are newcomers of note but GET THIS IN showed enough last year to earn him the vote.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(13) (11/4 -22%)Altesse Du Luy |
11/4(-22%) | (13) Altesse Du Luy 11/4, Yard won this last year; 145,000 euros No Risk At All filly; dam a hurdles winner in France; likely go well for top yard. E145,000 3yo, trainer has won this in three of the last five years, should be in the mix. |
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(9) (4/1 +71%)Noble Indulgence |
4/1(+71%) | (9) Noble Indulgence 4/1, Order Of St George gelding; half-brother to Brave Eagle, smart at 26f; dam useful from 12f to 13f; looks an unlikely winner on debut. E20,000 3yo (vendor), failed to sell, good pedigree boosted lately by half-sister Zanoosh. |
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(1) (9/2 +10%)Abbeyglen |
9/2(+10%) | (1) Abbeyglen 9/2, 160,000 euros No Risk At All gelding; half-brother to Grand Sancy, smart at 19f; tongue-tie first time; yard can get debut winners iun this sphere. E160,000 3yo, dam has a solid record, interesting sort for respected connections. |
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(7) (5/1 +33%)Huntin Boots |
5/1(+33%) | (7) Huntin Boots 5/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; promising debut runner-up beaten 6l in a 4yo bumper at Gowran Park only start; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on heavy; debut form had knocks but should have more to offer. E160,000 3yo, probably unsuited by modest gallop when second to a Mullins runner on debut. |
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(3) (6/1 -33%)Bacharach |
6/1(-33%) | (3) Bacharach 6/1, 200,000 euros Nathaniel gelding; half-brother to Santini, top-class at 25f; tough enough task on debut. E200,000 3yo, half-brother to the talented Santini, noteworthy with Derek O'Connor booked. |
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(19) (9/1 +18%)Tacograph |
9/1(+18%) | (19) Tacograph 9/1, Yard won this last year; 20,000 euros Blue Bresil filly; half-sister to We Be Grand, smart at 16f; no forlorn stable second string and likely go well. E20,000 3yo, plenty of stamina in the pedigree, rider partnered the stable's 2021 winner. |
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(12) (10/1 +0%)Whispered Verdict |
10/1(+0%) | (12) Whispered Verdict 10/1, 24,000 euros Almanzor gelding; dam very smart at 8f at 2yo; yard can get them ready first time in either code; watch betting. Half-brother to two German winners, stable's Bacharach was a much more expensive purchase. |
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(4) (14/1 +44%)Casino Chip |
14/1(+44%) | (4) Casino Chip 14/1, Half-brother to Thewaitingisover, poor at 16f; dam very smart at 13f; yard better known for point exploits. E60,000 3yo, dam Limini was talented and versatile, strong trainer/rider combination. |
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(11) (18/1 -13%)Strategic |
18/1(-13%) | (11) Strategic 18/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; 80,000 euros Clovis Du Berlais gelding; half-brother to Ziga Boy, smart at 24f; top trainer. Half-brother to five winners, Barry O'Neill booked, helps to give the stable a strong hand. |
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(6) (22/1 +12%)Gili Island |
22/1(+12%) | (6) Gili Island 22/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; disappointing debut given market expectations, helped set it up for closers 40l fourth in a graduation bumper here first-time out; off a short-break; plenty more needed. E38,000 3yo (vendor), disappointing favourite on debut over C&D; rejected by Harry Swan. |
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(18) (25/1 -25%)Share A Dream |
25/1(-25%) | (18) Share A Dream 25/1, 88,000 euros No Risk At All filly; half-sister to Bois Guillbert, very useful at 16f; tough enough task on debut. E88,000 3yo; third foal; half-sister to French hurdle/chase winner La Delirante. |
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(17) (25/1 +0%)Mastertown Miss |
25/1(+0%) | (17) Mastertown Miss 25/1, Too much to do after series of errors on promising debut runner-up beaten 3l in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel only start; effective 2m, acts on soft; should improve a little for initial experience. E15,500 3yo; second in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel, that experience should be an asset. |
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(10) (28/1 -100%)Sierrascope |
28/1(-100%) | (10) Sierrascope 28/1, 72,000 euros Telescope gelding; half-brother to Songe, very smart at 17f; top trainer who gets plenty of first time out winners in this sphere. E72,000 3yo; dam won on the Flat and has a decent record at stud, respected connections. |
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(8) (28/1 -40%)Mento |
28/1(-40%) | (8) Mento 28/1, Showed minor promise on debut well beaten in a 4yo bumper at Leopardstown only start; off a short-break; effective 2m; needs to find more up in class. E52,000 3yo, finished with only one behind him at Leopardstown first time out;. |
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(14) (28/1 +0%)Barstool Prophet |
28/1(+0%) | (14) Barstool Prophet 28/1, 30,000 euros Crystal Ocean filly; dam a bumper winner; cheekpieces first time; trainer in form. E30,000 3yo, third foal; dam a bumper/chase winner by Kings Theatre; cheekpieces fitted. |
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(15) (28/1 +44%)Birdie Conway |
28/1(+44%) | (15) Birdie Conway 28/1, 15,000 euros Jet Away filly whose dam was unraced; probably best watched on debut. E15,000 3yo, cheap purchase, pedigree boosted by her dam's sister The Mourne Rambler. |
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(2) (33/1 +34%)Adifferentballowax |
33/1(+34%) | (2) Adifferentballowax 33/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; 28,000 euros Capri gelding; half-brother to Killahy, moderate at 16f; top trainer. E28,000 3yo, from a good French jumping family, trainer has stronger contenders. |
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(5) (40/1 -100%)Dooks |
40/1(-100%) | (5) Dooks 40/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; promising debut 9l fourth in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel first-time out; effective 2m, acts on soft; more to come for top yard. E52,000, should be better for a maiden hurdle outing at Clonmel, trainer has a strong hand. |
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(16) (40/1 -21%)Goliath's Sun |
40/1(-21%) | (16) Goliath's Sun 40/1, 42,000 euros Goliath Du Berlais filly; half-sister to Non Stop, useful at 18f; dam smart at 12f; faces stiff task. E42,000 3yo, fifth foal, half-sister to two Flat/hurdle winners; dam 1m4f winner. |

With the benefit of previous experience, Gowran Park runner-up HUNTIN BOOTS can go one place better. Although the Gordon Elliott-trained gelding proved no match for the winner on that occasion, he's entitled to have come forward plenty and has that significant advantage over the majority of his rivals. Elliott has a particularly strong team of bumper horses this term and, with Harry Swan in the saddle, he looks the stable first string. The Martin Brassil-trained newcomer Abbeyglen has to be respected given his connections often target a nice horse at this race. Altesse Du Luy is an obvious contender with Patrick Mullins taking the ride.

The vote goes to BACHARACH, the most expensive of these and noteworthy as a half-brother to the talented Santini
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(1) (7/4 -8%)Go Lockers Go |
7/4(-8%) | (1) Go Lockers Go 7/4, Too keen in rear but won going away landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Chelmsford last time; trainer in form; may be best suited by 5f and a sound surface; capable of rating more highly. 6lb higher than for his win on the AW but he was nicely on top at the finish. |
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(5) (11/4 +0%)Takincareofbizness |
11/4(+0%) | (5) Takincareofbizness 11/4, Benefitted from drop in class on handicap debut when fourth beaten 5l in a handicap at Nottingham latest; probably effective 6f and acts on AW; may be capable of better on flatter track. Sent off favourite for handicap debut and he finished fourth of 17; should run well. |
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(6) (4/1 +0%)Saeculamation |
4/1(+0%) | (6) Saeculamation 4/1, Did plenty early, ran to form beaten 2 1/4l off this mark at Nottingham last time; effective 5/6f, possibly better 5f, acts on AW; on last winning mark, needs to build on latest. He ran well two days ago at Nottingham having been given every chance. |
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(2) (5/1 +33%)Zoustar Dreams |
5/1(+33%) | (2) Zoustar Dreams 5/1, Bit below form in first time blinkers beaten 5l in a handicap at Kempton last time; effective at 6f, possibly prove better minimum trip, acts on AW; quite small, nippy filly, may want 5f ideally. Disappointing on handicap debut but retains some potential with headgear now left off. |
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(7) (12/1 +0%)Blueaway |
12/1(+0%) | (7) Blueaway 12/1, Disappointing in fast-run race comfortably held in a handicap at Southwell last time; off a short-break; probably stays 6f, sound surfaces will suit action; something to prove in handicaps. New yard; 15-8 for handicap debut in February but was in rear throughout. |
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(4) (12/1 +25%)Sweet Echo |
12/1(+25%) | (4) Sweet Echo 12/1, Continued in poor form down the field in a novice at Wolverhampton most recent; effective at 6f, acts on good to firm; bounce back needed now handicapping. August's debut was encouraging but she's not beaten a rival since then; handicap debut. |

Takincareofbizness ran below market expectations when only fourth at Nottingham, but this is just his second start in handicap company and he isn't one to write off just yet. Blueaway is of interest on her first outing for Matt Crawley, but it's hard to get away from GO LOCKERS GO. Michael Bell's charge struck by a length and a half at Chelmsford last month and a similar effort could see him complete a double.

On the back of a positive handicap debut at Nottingham for which he was made favourite, TAKINCAREOFBIZNESS (nap) appeals most.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(3) (3/1 +40%)Phoenix Of Dreams |
3/1(+40%) | (3) Phoenix Of Dreams 3/1, Scored by a short-head off a 2lb lower mark at Newcastle three starts back; bit too free seventh beaten 6l off 67 last time, same mark here; effective 6/7f, acts on soft, good and AW; inconsistent but capable off this mark. Running well for a while and latest effort back at Newcastle was better than it looks. |
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(5) (3/1 +40%)Dapper Gee Gee |
3/1(+40%) | (5) Dapper Gee Gee 3/1, Did too much too soon on turf return down the field in a handicap at Doncaster most recent; in good form prior; appears best at 7f, gets 8f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; consistent until latest, respected chance back on AW. Better than ever here in January; his Doncaster run is readily forgiven. |
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(7) (7/2 +13%)Cill Mocheallog |
7/2(+13%) | (7) Cill Mocheallog 7/2, Benefitted from strong pace having missed the break and met trouble landing a handicap by a neck off a 2lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective at 7f, acts on heavy, good and AW; form in and out but capable. Breakthrough win in January was over C&D and went in again at Wolverhampton last month. |
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(4) (4/1 -78%)Shamacid |
4/1(-78%) | (4) Shamacid 4/1, Returned to form in first time tongue tie beaten 1/4l off this mark at Kempton last time; effective 6/7f, acts on AW; maiden is generally consistent. Having been gelded, he went down in a close finish at Kempton; same mark here. |
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(2) (7/1 -75%)Receipt |
7/1(-75%) | (2) Receipt 7/1, Ran to form 4l third in a novice here most recent run; top course jockey; effective 7f, further will suit, acts on AW; moderate in bumpers but consistent on Flat so far, likely more to come but probably in longer distance handicaps. Third in a C&D novice last time and that's something to build on now handicapping. |
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(6) (9/1 +10%)Wish This |
9/1(+10%) | (6) Wish This 9/1, Probably needed the run beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; effective at 6-8f, acts on soft, good and AW; entitled to come on from reappearance. Only faded late on here after a break and he could be happier over this extra furlong. |
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(1) (33/1 -65%)Stoneywell |
33/1(-65%) | (1) Stoneywell 33/1, Never threatened but did settle in first time hood beaten 8l in a handicap here last time; effective at 7f, acts on good; needs to settle. 80-1 for a C&D handicap here in March and never counted (first-time hood). |

CILL MOCHEALLOG was quite taking when scoring over C&D in January and put a couple of mediocre efforts behind him when scoring by a neck at Wolverhampton last month. That performance can be upgraded because he didn't get the clearest of runs and he is the one to side with. This is an open handicap, though, and chances are also given to Dapper Gee Gee, Shamacid and Receipt.

This may go to SHAMACID who showed the benefit of wind surgery and the fitting of a tongue-tie when just missing out at Kempton.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(2) (5/2 +50%)Eternal Solace |
5/2(+50%) | (2) Eternal Solace 5/2, Ran to form beaten 2l off a 3lb lower mark at Newcastle last time; usually held up; effective 5/6f, acts on good to firm and AW; best runs off steady paces, seems a little ungenuine but better than has shown. Two promising efforts this year, the latest in hot race; this C&D winner has solid claims. |
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(6) (3/1 +40%)Alasrae |
3/1(+40%) | (6) Alasrae 3/1, Improved back up in trip needing every yard landing a handicap by a neck off a 3lb lower mark here last time; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface; consistent. Thriving now and he did well to win over C&D on Good Friday; drawn wide but a key player. |
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(4) (7/2 +13%)Rogue Messiah |
7/2(+13%) | (4) Rogue Messiah 7/2, Returned to form down in class on AW debut when second beaten 2l in a novice at Kempton latest; effective 6f, acts on sound surface; unexposed, opening mark looks fair. May have faced tough task trying to give 5lb to a promising one at Kempton; unexposed. |
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(9) (5/1 +9%)Comprador |
5/1(+9%) | (9) Comprador 5/1, Ran to form in first time cheekpieces 2l third in a novice here most recent run; sprint-bred, effective 6f, acts on AW; big, strong sort, could progress again now handicapping. Third in his three qualifying runs; makes handicap debut for a yard in flying form. |
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(8) (7/1 -27%)Manly Fireball |
7/1(-27%) | (8) Manly Fireball 7/1, Travelled best, others got first run, good effort off a break 1/2l third in a maiden at Chelmsford most recent run; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 6f, acts on AW; knocking on the door. Three promising runs on AW since a low-key turf debut; needs more to defy this mark. |
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(3) (11/1 -47%)Bone Marra |
11/1(-47%) | (3) Bone Marra 11/1, Back to winning ways, well handicapped landing a handicap by 2l off a 5lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective at 6f, acts on fast ground and all-weather; big gelding, can improve again. 2-2 on AW (5f and 7f); unlikely to want for fitness but this mark demands a personal best. |
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(7) (20/1 +20%)Akabusi |
20/1(+20%) | (7) Akabusi 20/1, Outpaced, hampered well beaten in a handicap at Bath latest; effective at 6f, acts on a sound surface; blinkers key, seems game and worth forgiving latest. His three peak efforts have come in his three C&D runs; exposed but likely to go well. |
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(1) (22/1 -175%)Merlier |
22/1(-175%) | (1) Merlier 22/1, Far too free on handicap/turf debut down the field in a handicap at Thirsk most recent; in good form prior; suited by 5f, acts on AW, goes well in front; quite smart and very likeable attitude, could bounce back returned to AW. Two AW wins last month in small fields; well held at 14-1 on h'cap/turf debut; not solid. |
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(10) (33/1 -200%)Nifty |
33/1(-200%) | (10) Nifty 33/1, Appeared unsuited by drop in trip beaten 8l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; suited by 6f and a sound surface; good mark based on novice form, could build on latest. Low-key return to action last month; even her 2yo best needs bettering. |
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(11) (40/1 -21%)Little Jaybee |
40/1(-21%) | (11) Little Jaybee 40/1, Needed run beaten 7l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; effective 5f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; must bounce back. Steps up to 6f for the first time and it needs to have a positive effect. |

Merlier failed to land the hat-trick when pitched into handicap company, finishing well beaten at Thirsk, although there will be plenty who give him another chance. C&D winner Alasrae is in excellent form and is noted, but ROGUE MESSIAH gets the vote. Jack Jones' gelding has shown plenty of ability in his three starts in novice company, winning once, and an opening mark of 82 doesn't look beyond him.

A warm race in which ROGUE MESSIAH can make a successful hadnicap debut. Dangers abound, with the thriving Alasrae feared most.
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(3) (10/11 +48%)Il Etait Temps |
10/11(+48%) | (3) Il Etait Temps 10/11, Winner of seven G1s; yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; given fine patient ride off strong pace when winning Champion Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham by 10l last time; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; top class though can be a touch quirky at times, leading 2m chaser around. 8-11 over fences including six Grade 1s, bolted up in Champion Chase latest, big chance. |
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(4) (5/2 +0%)Majborough |
5/2(+0%) | (4) Majborough 5/2, Winner of four G1s; yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; well beaten in Champion Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest where let down by jumping; effective 2m, acts on any but suited by cut; top class but erratic jumper, flat tracks may suit best, hard to control. Three-time Grade 1 winner, erratic jumper at times, big chance if jumps well but risky. |
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(5) (11/4 -38%)Marine Nationale |
11/4(-38%) | (5) Marine Nationale 11/4, Winner of four G1s; won this last year; unable to live with bold jumping leader when second beaten 19l in Dublin Chase (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; 2025 Champion Chase winner will appreciate the spring ground where festivals contender. 2025 Champion Chaser, won this last year, fresh, gets his ground, big chance. |
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(2) (25/1 -39%)Energumene |
25/1(-39%) | (2) Energumene 25/1, Winner of six G1s; back to form down in class when winning Fairyhouse Chase (Grade 2) at Fairyhouse by 6l last time; effective 2m-2m3f, suited by plenty of cut; dual Champion Chase winner isn't the force of old following lay off, vulnerable at top level. Rolled back the years on latest, won this in 2022 & 2023, vulnerable to younger legs. |
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(1) (66/1 -32%)Blood Destiny |
66/1(-32%) | (1) Blood Destiny 66/1, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; travelled, ran to form but flattened out back up in trip when second beaten 6l in Fairyhouse Chase (Grade 2) at Fairyhouse latest; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on heavy, good; frustrating type but back in form. Fourth chase win in Naas Gr'3 on penultimate, 6l behind Energumene on latest. |

Fresher than most at this point of the season, MARINE NATIONALE can follow up last year's win in this race. Narrowly denied on his seasonal reappearance at Leopardstown over Christmas, the Barry Connell-trained gelding arguably found the ground too testing when well beaten at the DRF. With a minor setback ruling him out of Cheltenham, the son of French Navy should be primed for this big late-season prize. Champion Chase winner Il Etait Temps is the obvious danger. Three from four this term, the grey has been impressive aside from one below-par run at Ascot. Majborough remains a horse with huge ability when putting it all together on the day.

MARINE NATIONALE (nap) is fresh after missing Cheltenham, he gets his favoured ground and he is taken to defend his crown
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(1) (6/4 +14%)Enter Sandman |
6/4(+14%) | (1) Enter Sandman 6/4, Ran to form landing a handicap by a nose off a 6lb lower mark at Newcastle last time; trainer in form; effective 5/6f, suited by sound surface; still keen but consistent, mark is workable. Scrambled home in a blanket finish at Newcastle last week (5f); penalty demands more. |
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(3) (11/4 -10%)Luna Beaux |
11/4(-10%) | (3) Luna Beaux 11/4, Scored by a neck off a 1lb lower mark at Wolverhampton penultimate start; unsuited by drop in trip fifth beaten 3l off 60 last time, same mark here; suited by fast-run 6f, acts on AW; may yet rate a little more highly. Two Wolverhampton wins (6f) this year; 5f too sharp latest; not fully exposed just yet. |
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(5) (9/2 +40%)No Claims Bonus |
9/2(+40%) | (5) No Claims Bonus 9/2, Never threatened having missed the break and met trouble, needed run beaten 8l in a handicap at Nottingham last time; has only raced over 5f, acts on good; should come on for latest. No luck in running at Nottingham on her return; steps up in trip with untapped potential. |
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(7) (11/1 +8%)Power Cut |
11/1(+8%) | (7) Power Cut 11/1, Ran to usual moderate level comfortably held in a maiden at Wolverhampton last time; off a short-break; likely to want 6f+; up against it despite lowly mark. Likely he'll step forward now handicapping but drawn wide today; betting instructive. |
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(2) (11/1 -57%)Mortubo |
11/1(-57%) | (2) Mortubo 11/1, Fairly well beaten again beaten 5 1/4l in a novice here last time; bred to get a mile but yet to stay sprint trips, may want a sound surface; can do better. Best RPR came over C&D when last seen in October; opening mark not generous. |
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(10) (12/1 +0%)Due Destiny |
12/1(+0%) | (10) Due Destiny 12/1, Fairly well beaten on handicap debut, too keen when fourth beaten 5 1/4l in a nursery at Windsor latest; hood first time; returning from long layoff; acts on AW; yet to show much. Poor form for Archie Watson last year; hooded for stable/seasonal debut. |
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(8) (18/1 -100%)Saddle Up |
18/1(-100%) | (8) Saddle Up 18/1, Never threatened having blown start down the field in a novice here most recent; trainer in form; sprint-bred; may still improve but yet to show much. Possible improver now handicapping but he looks the stable second string today. |
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(4) (22/1 +0%)Dusk Damsel |
22/1(+0%) | (4) Dusk Damsel 22/1, Stopped quickly beaten 8l in a maiden here last time; effective at 8f on AW; type to do better now handicapping. Three maiden runs over further were not devoid of promise; opening mark looks tough enough. |
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(6) (28/1 -40%)Sun Path |
28/1(-40%) | (6) Sun Path 28/1, Forced wide from poor draw down the field in a novice at Kempton most recent; bred for 6/7f; plenty to prove on handicap debut. Poor form in three 6f novice events at Kempton; bred to do a fair bit better at some point. |
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(9) (40/1 +20%)Calabrian Soldato |
40/1(+20%) | (9) Calabrian Soldato 40/1, Continued in poor form down the field in a handicap at Leicester most recent; tongue-tie first time; suited by 5f, acts on AW; irresolute. Second on nursery debut (5f) in December but no progress since; easy enough to swerve. |

Although a number of these could step forward now sent handicapping, it looks safer to stick with Newcastle winner ENTER SANDMAN. A 6lb penalty for only a narrow success will ask sterner questions of him, but he's berthed well and probably won't need to find bags of improvement. Returning to 6f should benefit Luna Beaux, who didn't run too badly over the minimum trip at Bath. Market support for Saddle Up could be noteworthy.

Luna Beaux should go well back at 6f but NO CLAIMS BONUS had a troubled run on her reappearance and still has time to do better.
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(4) (5/2 +0%)Delamotte |
5/2(+0%) | (4) Delamotte 5/2, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; 85,000 euros Galiway gelding; half sister a Flat winner in France; top trainer; likely type. Plenty of speed in his Flat pedigree, has to be taken seriously despite stamina doubt. |
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(19) (5/1 +23%)Pretty Fortunate |
5/1(+23%) | (19) Pretty Fortunate 5/1, 30,000 euros Soldier Of Fortune filly; half-sister to Regent's Stroll, smart at 25f; top trainer who gets plenty of first time out winners; likely type. Half-sister to five winners, dam unraced half-sister to the brilliant Denman, interesting. |
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(16) (5/1 +38%)Teofil |
5/1(+38%) | (16) Teofil 5/1, Teofilo gelding; trainer in form and better known for Flat exploits; top jockey booked; watch betting. Unraced dam closely related to Irish 1,000 Guineas/Yorkshire Oaks winner Pleascach. |
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(3) (6/1 -9%)Bunker Buster |
6/1(-9%) | (3) Bunker Buster 6/1, Very promising debut runner-up beaten 7 1/2l in a bumper at Navan only start; effective 2m, acts on soft; beaten by useful type on debut, should progress. Mastered by Willie Mullins-trained second favourite when favourite on debut, can improve. |
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(15) (7/1 +13%)Summer Bee |
7/1(+13%) | (15) Summer Bee 7/1, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; 140,000 euros Crystal Ocean gelding; top trainer; dam a bumper winner; likely type. E140,000 3yo, first foal; dam useful bumper/ hurdle/chase winner, notable jockey booking. |
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(7) (15/2 +25%)Hartford |
15/2(+25%) | (7) Hartford 15/2, Promising debut third beaten 13l in a 4yo bumper at Naas debut; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts on soft; debut form looks good, should progress. E235,000 3yo, 6 1/2l in front of Jerpoint Abbey at Naas, winner took sixth at Cheltenham. |
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(11) (8/1 -33%)Mr Ragstone |
8/1(-33%) | (11) Mr Ragstone 8/1, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; 165,000 euros Cokoriko gelding; half-brother to Black Corton, high-class at 22f on a sound surface; top trainer; no forlorn stable second string. E165,000 3yo; ninth foal; half-brother to five winners including the talented Black Corton. |
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(8) (12/1 +0%)Ignite The Moment |
12/1(+0%) | (8) Ignite The Moment 12/1, Fell in a maiden point at Ballycahane latest; off a short-break; yard in good form; dam won a bumper first time out. Going well when falling two out in a point, dam a well-related bumper/hurdles winner. |
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(12) (14/1 -40%)Red Seagull |
14/1(-40%) | (12) Red Seagull 14/1, Very promising debut runner-up beaten 5l in a maiden hurdle at Cork only start; effective 2m; hurdles form looks good, can make impact in a bumper. Made a good first impression over hurdles at Cork despite a few untidy jumps. |
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(10) (18/1 +10%)Kinbara Fiftyfifty |
18/1(+10%) | (10) Kinbara Fiftyfifty 18/1, 7,000 euros Affinisea gelding; stable can get first time out winners in this sphere; watch betting. First foal; dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdle/chase winner Steely Addition. |
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(18) (20/1 +0%)Jerpoint Abbey |
20/1(+0%) | (18) Jerpoint Abbey 20/1, Modest debut 20l fourth in a 4yo bumper at Naas first-time out; tongue-tie first time; returning from a break; acts on soft; plenty more needed. Unsuited by heavy on debut, needs to reverse form with Hartford, not out of the question. |
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(1) (25/1 +0%)Ballyadam Star |
25/1(+0%) | (1) Ballyadam Star 25/1, 60,000 euros Cloth Of Stars gelding; half-brother to Brentford Hope, very smart from 15f to 17f over hurdles; market can guide. E60,000 3yo, half-brother to nine-time winner Brentford Hope, of some interest. |
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(6) (25/1 +50%)Evans Wishes |
25/1(+50%) | (6) Evans Wishes 25/1, 45,000 euros Maxios gelding; half-brother to Warm In Gorey, moderate at 20f but consistent; likely best watched. E45,000 3yo, fourth foal; half-brother by Maxios to winners Warm In Gorey and Bay Empress. |
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(13) (28/1 -40%)Robbie Diamonds |
28/1(-40%) | (13) Robbie Diamonds 28/1, 16,000 euros Order Of St George gelding; half-brother to Three Kings, fair at 20f; probaby best watched on debut. Half-brother to two winners, dam unraced half-sister to Ferny Hollow. |
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(17) (28/1 -27%)Gotawinnerinyou |
28/1(-27%) | (17) Gotawinnerinyou 28/1, 7,000 euros Walk In The Park filly; half-sister to Dunvegan, high-class at 17f; of interest. Ninth foal, half-sister to bumper and high-class hurdle/chase winner Dunvegan. |
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(5) (33/1 0%)Eamon's Dream |
33/1(0%) | (5) Eamon's Dream 33/1, Workforce gelding; dam placed on the Flat; likely best watched. Dam placed over hurdles/sister to a 7f 2yo winner, not one of the more obvious contenders.. |
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(20) (40/1 +20%)Senorita Diana |
40/1(+20%) | (20) Senorita Diana 40/1, Sea Moon filly; half-sister to Spanish John, moderate at 17f; dam useful at 9f; worth a precautionary market check. Half-sister to Flat/hurdles winner Spanish John, dam 1m1f Flat winner. |
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(9) (50/1 +67%)Its My Twist |
50/1(+67%) | (9) Its My Twist 50/1, Modest effort well beaten in a bumper at Kilbeggan only start; all to prove. Good pedigree but was never in the hunt on debut at Kilbeggan last Friday. |
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(2) (50/1 +24%)Blue Nude |
50/1(+24%) | (2) Blue Nude 50/1, Sumbal gelding; half-brother to Another Emotion, fair at 25f; probaby best watched on debut. 11th foal; half-brother to two jumps winners, others have stronger claims on pedigree. |

A half-sister to two black type performers, the Nicky Henderson-trained PRETTY FORTUNATE catches the eye. With the stable having run some smart bumper horses at this meeting over the years and the booking of Declan Lavery catching the eye, she is given a speculative vote. Sent off favourite when third at Naas in January, Hartford shouldn't be far away. Previous experience is a huge advantage in these races and trainer Gordon Elliott has a strong team of bumper horses. Navan second Bunker Buster is entitled to come on for that effort, while Delamotte and Teofil are debutants who enter calculations.

Probably unsuited by a modest gallop at Gowran in January, HARTFORD may be seen to better effect now in a true-run race
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(5) (5/6 +33%)Knights Charge |
5/6(+33%) | (5) Knights Charge 5/6, Green took ages to pick up and finished very well third beaten 5 1/2l in a novice at Kempton debut; returning from a break; sire miler, dam stayed 12f, looks to want further than 1m; good action, type to make marked improvement. Produced all his best work late on when third over 1m at Kempton in December. |
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(4) (5/4 +33%)Cyrano De Bergerac |
5/4(+33%) | (4) Cyrano De Bergerac 5/4, 150,000gns Palace Pier colt; dam useful at 12f and a course winner; trainer in form; top trainer; likely type. By the stable's star miler Palace Pier and this colt cost 150,000gns as a yearling. |
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(3) (12/1 -50%)Be Hopeful |
12/1(-50%) | (3) Be Hopeful 12/1, Blue Point gelding; half-brother to Keeper Of Time, very smart at 7f; dam moderate at 8f at 2yo; market may prove best guide. 95,000euros foal; brother to 7f 2yo winner Bold Impact; market can guide. |
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(6) (14/1 -17%)Leonato |
14/1(-17%) | (6) Leonato 14/1, Fairly well beaten on debut, sure to come on for the run well beaten in a novice at Newcastle only start; bred to get 10f; should improve for step up in trip. Quiet debut in November but could easily leave that form behind now gelded. |
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(7) (14/1 -65%)Mr Bollinger |
14/1(-65%) | (7) Mr Bollinger 14/1, Green under pressure, showed minor promise on debut beaten 10l in a novice at Nottingham on debut; effective 10f; should improve a little for initial experience. 40-1 and was beaten a shade under 10l at Nottingham three weeks ago (1m2f). |
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(2) (33/1 +18%)Shopaholic |
33/1(+18%) | (2) Shopaholic 33/1, 2,000gns breeze-up purchase by Without Parole whose dam was unraced; yard has had recent winning newcomer; market can guide. 2,000gns 2yo; first foal out of an unraced dam; can only be watched on belated debut. |
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(1) (200/1 -100%)Master Dancer |
200/1(-100%) | (1) Master Dancer 200/1, Outpaced, likely needed further down the field in a maiden at Kempton most recent; likely to want middle to staying trips on Flat; all to prove at present. Hurdle/chase winner who has offered very little in his two runs on the Flat. |
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(8) (200/1 +0%)Crimson Dawn |
200/1(+0%) | (8) Crimson Dawn 200/1, No worthwhile form; second run after wind op; usually held up; light-framed, has looked very limited. Tailed off on three visits to Kempton, over 1m, 7f and 1m3f; no appeal. |

The Gosdens have kicked off the new season in excellent form and it would come as no great surprise to see Cyrano De Bergerac mount a serious challenge on his racecourse bow. The Palace Pier colt fetched 150,000gns as a yearling and is of clear interest, but KNIGHTS CHARGE gets the vote. Roger Varian's charge made the frame over a mile at Kempton in December and this step up in trip will suit so he can put that previous experience to good use. Liveinthelight might prove best of the remainder.

Roger Varian's KNIGHTS CHARGE has the benefit of experience and it was a nice run at Kempton last year.
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(3) (5/2 +38%)Criminal |
5/2(+38%) | (3) Criminal 5/2, Outpaced, looked in need of further beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; suited by 10-12f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; form has gone wrong way. Uninspiring formfigures this year but latest run was OK & he's down in class here; chance. |
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(6) (4/1 +38%)Joseph |
4/1(+38%) | (6) Joseph 4/1, Scored by a head off a 3lb lower mark here three starts back; below form back on turf 13th beaten 20l off 67 last time, same mark here; suited by 8-10f, only form on AW; in good form until latest. C&D win, after being badly hampered early, in February; return to AW a plus; respected. |
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(9) (11/2 +66%)Hello Cotai |
11/2(+66%) | (9) Hello Cotai 11/2, Ran to form beaten 3l off this mark at Le Lion-D'Angers last time; returning from long layoff; effective 1m, acts on any; well treated on old UK form but bit to prove on stable debut including stamina. Returns to Britain on a dangerous mark but he has been absent for 284 days. |
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(4) (11/2 -38%)Lenny's Spirit |
11/2(-38%) | (4) Lenny's Spirit 11/2, Returned to form beaten 1/4l off a 2lb lower mark here last time; best form at 10/11f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; below last winning mark, needs to build on latest. Modest record on AW but he ran a cracker over C&D on last month's stable debut; key player. |
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(2) (6/1 -118%)Penfolds Grange |
6/1(-118%) | (2) Penfolds Grange 6/1, Ran to form beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Kempton last time; effective 8-10f, acts on good and AW; inconsistent but capable as last couple of runs showed. Three good runs have followed wind surgery; should remain competitive. |
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(1) (6/1 +20%)Romantic Spirit |
6/1(+20%) | (1) Romantic Spirit 6/1, Ran to form beaten 2 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Southwell last time; returning from a break; effective 10-11f, suited by AW; in good form and should go well. 4-11 on AW and on a fair mark still; has the ability to feature despite wide draw. |
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(5) (15/2 +17%)Etretat |
15/2(+17%) | (5) Etretat 15/2, Bit wide, again below form beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap at Newcastle last time; suited by 10f, acts on AW; mark looks stiff still. C&D winner; returns from six months off on a dangerous mark; not discounted. |
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(10) (14/1 -27%)Voix De Bocelli |
14/1(-27%) | (10) Voix De Bocelli 14/1, Every chance, below form well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Plumpton latest; in good form prior; trainer in form; effective 10-12f, acts on soft, good and AW; capable off this mark. Below par on Flat/over hurdles on his last two starts; this winter's best came over 1m4f. |
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(8) (14/1 +0%)Onslow Gardens |
14/1(+0%) | (8) Onslow Gardens 14/1, Ran to form beaten 4l off this mark at Redcar last time; effective 1m, probably gets 10f, all form on a sound surface; inconsistent maiden. Exposed 19-race maiden; on a fair mark but others appeal more for the win. |
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(7) (18/1 +36%)Blue Wonder |
18/1(+36%) | (7) Blue Wonder 18/1, Drop in class would suit going forward down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recent; effective 1m on AW; struggling in handicaps. Her novice/maiden runs were promising but she struggled in handicaps after; off 202 days. |

PENFOLDS GRANGE has finished second over a mile on his last two starts and it might be that returning to 10 furlongs can enable him to go one place better. Lenny's Spirit came off worst in a tight three-way-finish over C&D last time and is unlikely to be far away on that evidence, while Joseph should be happier back on the all-weather after a disappointing Nottingham effort.

Several can have their case argued but CRIMINAL has dropped down the weights and his latest run suggested he was ready to strike.
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(3) (1/2 -13%)Wild Thoughts |
1/2(-13%) | (3) Wild Thoughts 1/2, Improved up in trip for cosy win on handicap debut landing a handicap by 4 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Redcar last time; trainer in form; effective 1m, acts on good to firm; more to come handicapping, still looks ahead of mark. Ready winner last week when upped to 1m on handicap debut; likely well in under penalty. |
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(2) (7/1 +0%)Katalyst |
7/1(+0%) | (2) Katalyst 7/1, Run probably reflected ability beaten 4 1/4l in a nursery at Southwell last time; returning from a break; effective at 7/8f, acts on AW; novice form flatters. Worth another go at 1m but overall form suggests improvement needed off current mark. |
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(5) (15/2 +17%)Timely Salute |
15/2(+17%) | (5) Timely Salute 15/2, Outpaced, looked in need of stiffer test well beaten in a novice at Yarmouth latest; bred for 10f+; may do better in handicaps but likely to want further. Pedigree suggests he may need further than 1m but market can guide on handicap debut. |
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(4) (8/1 -7%)Labiche |
8/1(-7%) | (4) Labiche 8/1, Struggled to get involved again, too keen throughout down the field in a novice at Kempton most recent; mixed pedigree stamina-wise; should do better. Minor 2yo form at 7f and 1m; off since August; open to improvement now handicapping. |
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(1) (11/1 +0%)Bennyworth |
11/1(+0%) | (1) Bennyworth 11/1, Below expectations with cheekpieces off well beaten in a maiden here latest; off a short-break; probably a miler; may be flattered by second run. Some promise in qualifying runs; gelded since latest; opening mark doesn't look generous. |
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(6) (40/1 -60%)Betty Lemon |
40/1(-60%) | (6) Betty Lemon 40/1, Below form, needs further down the field in a nursery at Kempton most recent; hood first time; effective 7/8f, acts on soft, good; wants further than this 8f trip. Minor 2yo form, including in 1m handicaps; has plenty to find on return; hood added. |

It looks best to stick with WILD THOUGHTS, who trounced his rivals at Redcar last week and is surely still well-in under a 6lb penalty. Katalyst didn't run too badly at Southwell when last seen in December and is interesting with Billy Loughnane aboard, and Labiche is related to a few useful horses so it wouldn't be any great surprise were he much better than an opening mark of 58.

This is a quick return for WILD THOUGHTS following his Redcar win last week but he is hard to oppose despite the penalty.
Ths is the racecard key.
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