There are 44 Races Today across 6 meetings. There are 8 races at Lingfield, 8 races at Warwick, 7 races at Newbury, 7 races at Naas, 7 races at Uttoxeter, 7 races at Southwell, 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 % | 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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1st (4) (1/2 +0%)Al Najashi |
1/2(+0%) | (4) Al Najashi 1/2, Sat off a fast pace, tried in a tongue-tie, and improved on his handicap debut when landing a handicap by 2l at Southwell last time. Effective at 5f and 6f, his mark is tougher now but he remains an obvious contender. Justified favouritism on handicap debut at Southwell; up 6lb but he's a major player again. |
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2nd (1) (7/2 +46%)Thankfully Simmy |
7/2(+46%) | (1) Thankfully Simmy 7/2, Ran to form and was not given a hard time once held when fourth, beaten 4l, in a novice at Newcastle last time. Usually held up, returning from a short break, effective at 6f, with a bit more to come. Unexposed colt and a possible improver back up in trip on handicap debut; watch market. |
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3rd (6) (20/1 +0%)Real Gold |
20/1(+0%) | (6) Real Gold 20/1, A touch disappointing for no obvious reason when fourth, beaten 7l, in a handicap here last time. Effective at 6f, her mark is easing. Seven-race maiden who has not really progressed and was beaten 7l in a C&D handicap latest. |
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4th (5) (8/1 -14%)Mister Moet |
8/1(-14%) | (5) Mister Moet 8/1, Did not settle when beaten 7l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time. Suited by 6f, he is not the most convincing in a finish but his form is fairly consistent. Sole win was in a Carlisle novice last May and he's 0-8 in handicaps; others preferred. |
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5th (2) (14/1 -17%)Euphonia |
14/1(-17%) | (2) Euphonia 14/1, Shuffled back on the home turn and had too much to do when beaten 5l in a handicap at Kempton last time. Effective at 6f and may not stay further, she did not have the best trip and is a bit better than that. Regressive form in novice events and was in rear on handicap debut at Kempton last month. |

Having justified favouritism on his handicap bow at Southwell last month, there should be more to come from AL NAJASHI. Ollie Sangster's colt scored with enough in hand to suggest that a 6lb higher mark is surmountable and he's taken to fend off Thankfully Simmy. The son of Mehmas has performed with credit in three novice events to date and an opening mark of 65 looks workable. Mister Moet is the pick of the remainder.

This can go to AL NAJASHI, who justified favouritism when scoring in good style on his handicap debut at Southwell three weeks ago.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (4) (6/5 +26%)Just Golden |
6/5(+26%) | (4) Just Golden 6/5, Ran to form when second, beaten a neck, in a maiden hurdle at Cheltenham last time. A tongue-tie is applied for the first time, and there is more to come over hurdles, with improvement expected over further but the one to beat down in class. Smart form in defeat over hurdles; should win this en route to something a lot better. |
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2nd (2) (11/1 +8%)Chasing Glance |
11/1(+8%) | (2) Chasing Glance 11/1, Made a promising debut when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle here last time, which was his first run following a wind operation. That form couldn't be working out much better. Second run after that procedure, off a short break, and his point-winning background suggests improvement. His fifth here wasn't a bad run given his absence but likely best watched for now. |
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3rd (9) (3/1 +25%)Piping Rock |
3/1(+25%) | (9) Piping Rock 3/1, Ran to form when finishing an 11l third in a novice hurdle at Wincanton last time. That was a solid effort, he returns off a short break, and the recent run has been franked. May need a tad more if he's to thwart Just Golden but he's probably that one's main threat. |
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4th (6) (17/2 -55%)Limerick Star |
17/2(-55%) | (6) Limerick Star 17/2, Made a promising debut when finishing a 12l third in a maiden hurdle at Exeter last time. That form has been franked since, and a longer trip could suit based on that initial effort. Back from an absence when third behind two good horses at Exeter; can improve. |
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5th (10) (10/1 +17%)Vanderflier |
10/1(+17%) | (10) Vanderflier 10/1, Showed improvement when winning a maiden point by 2l at Belharbour last time. A point winner who is returning from a long layoff, and is worth monitoring on his hurdle debut. Bought for £155,000 after winning an Irish point by 2l about this time last year. |
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6th (1) (400/1 -167%)Blazing Gaden |
400/1(-167%) | (1) Blazing Gaden 400/1, Outpaced and well held down the field in a maiden hurdle at Lingfield last time. That was a poor effort overall and he will need to show major improvement to feature more prominently here. Pulled up and tailed off in his two maidens on soft ground; huge odds both times. |
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|PU| (8) (6/1 +33%)Mr Finch |
6/1(+33%) | (8) Mr Finch 6/1, Was keen but ran well for a long way on hurdle debut when fourth, beaten 7l, in a novice hurdle at Fontwell last time. The trainer is in form and he should improve with that experience. Second in a point; given every chance when fourth over 2m3f at Fontwell. |

JUST GOLDEN has had a few chances now and has been beaten at cramped odds, but might be worth one last throw of the dice. Dan Skelton reaches for a first-time tongue-tie and in the main his performance at Cheltenham last time when beaten a neck into second by Step Ahead was really encouraging. Piping Rock is the main danger judged on his Windsor second two starts ago, while Limerick Star is another to note.

There's no great temptation to see beyond JUST GOLDEN who only narrowly missed out when short odds for a Cheltenham maiden last time.
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A low-key opener. Ben Pauling's first-season chaser BANK ON FRANK receives a tentative vote over Ronnies Reflection.
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1st (1) (1/3 +81%)Sober Glory |
1/3(+81%) | (1) Sober Glory 1/3, Went clear comfortably when winning a novice hurdle here by 13l last time, outclassing rivals down in grade. Effective at 2m and acts on good to soft ground. Classy in bumpers and debut hurdle form looks good, so worth another go at a higher level but should be able to defy big weight here. Flopped on penultimate start but progressive and unbeaten otherwise; 2-2 at Newbury. |
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2nd (2) (2/1 +0%)Kadastral |
2/1(+0%) | (2) Kadastral 2/1, Ran to form for a cosy win when landing a maiden hurdle here by 2l last time. Comes here after a short break, is effective at 2m and acts on good and good to soft ground. Should improve again and is a major player. C&D win last time took his Newbury record to 2-2; open to plenty of further improvement. |
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3rd (7) (4/1 +47%)Last Round |
4/1(+47%) | (7) Last Round 4/1, Made a modest debut when fourth, beaten 33l, in a maiden hurdle at Ludlow last time. Showed promise in points and has since joined a top yard, but needs to show more over hurdles. May improve, with this further drop in distance worth exploring. |
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4th (10) (33/1 +67%)Laplander |
33/1(+67%) | (10) Laplander 33/1, Showed a mildly promising debut when comfortably held in a juvenile hurdle here last time. Returns from a short break and is effective at 2m but looks vulnerable in this grade. Failed to make much of a splash over C&D on hurdles debut. |
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5th (4) (50/1 +60%)Air Apparent |
50/1(+60%) | (4) Air Apparent 50/1, Improved for debut experience when fourth, beaten 19l, in a maiden hurdle at Wincanton last time. Effective at 2m and acts on soft ground. Probably one for handicaps after this. Likely to find better opportunities in handicaps shortly. |
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6th (8) (22/1 +45%)Typhoon Warrior |
22/1(+45%) | (8) Typhoon Warrior 22/1, Made a promising debut when third, beaten 12l, in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen last time. Effective over 2m to 2 1/2m and represents a top yard. There may be more to come. Has made a consistent start to his career but this looks a stiff task. |
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7th (6) (125/1 +38%)Gulf Coast Highway |
125/1(+38%) | (6) Gulf Coast Highway 125/1, Stopped quickly down the field in a novice hurdle here on his most recent run. Has plenty to prove on that evidence. Has finished last in two C&D events for new yard. |
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|PU| (5) (125/1 +38%)Famous Shoes |
125/1(+38%) | (5) Famous Shoes 125/1, Fell in a maiden hurdle at Wincanton last time when beaten. Returns from a short break and is effective over 12f on the Flat, acting on soft and good to firm ground. Yet to show much over hurdles. No promise in two attempts over hurdles. |

After losing his unbeaten record at Sandown, SOBER GLORY bounced back to score in fine style over C&D. Likely market rival Kadastral was no match for the son of Mount Nelson off level weights at Chepstow back in November, and a 4lb pull is unlikely to be enough given the rate at which the Hobbs/White gelding is improving. Kocktail Bleu could run into a place.

Bright-looking recruit FANTASY WORLD may take advantage of his age allowance. Sober Glory and Kadastral are respected.
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1st (1) (11/8 +21%)Highland Crystal |
11/8(+21%) | (1) Highland Crystal 11/8, Improved from debut when winning Listed Fillies' Juvenile Hurdle at Newbury by 6 1/2l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on HY; surely has more to offer but she does have a penalty. 2-2 hurdling, impressive at Newbury though second well beaten since. |
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2nd (6) (7/1 -56%)Saratoga |
7/1(-56%) | (6) Saratoga 7/1, Improved nicely on a modest debut when third, beaten 3l, in a maiden hurdle here on his most recent run. Effective at 2m with cut and, as an ex-Ballydoyle runner, should have more to offer. Needs to jump better than over C&D last month; potential remains. |
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3rd (5) (14/1 -211%)Munsif |
14/1(-211%) | (5) Munsif 14/1, Ran to form when comfortably held in a hot 4yo hurdle at Fairyhouse last time and was not given a hard time. Effective at 2m with cut and is probably one for handicaps. Leopardstown debut promise not backed up at Fairyhouse; first experience of soft ground. |
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4th (2) (11/10 +63%)Kilmeaden |
11/10(+63%) | (2) Kilmeaden 11/10, Strong at finish, scored with bit in hand when winning a graduation hurdle at Punchestown by 2 1/4l last time; effective at 2m on Hy; should improve further. Responded well to pressure for recent Punchestown maiden win; type to continue to progress. |
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5th (3) (20/1 -233%)Genealogy |
20/1(-233%) | (3) Genealogy 20/1, Had too much to do behind the all-the-way winner when second, beaten 4l, in a 4yo hurdle at Ascot latest. Improved for debut experience, is effective at 2m and is surely capable of better. Ascot second a definite step in the right direction but more likely needed here. |

SARATOGA has been placed on both outings over hurdles and didn't enjoy the clearest of passages when a promising third over C&D last month. On that evidence, he gets the vote. Highland Crystal is an obvious threat having scored in fine style on both hurdle starts, including a Listed race at Newbury, while Kilmeaden provided Donnacha O'Brien with his first jumps winner at Punchestown last month.

Kilmeaden warrants plenty of respect after a gutsy maiden win but the filly HIGHLAND CRYSTAL can complete the hat-trick
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1st (2) (9/4 -50%)Filly Foden |
9/4(-50%) | (2) Filly Foden 9/4, Ran to best back in a novice when winning at Southwell by a neck last time. Effective over 5/6f and goes well from the front. Consistent and has a very good attitude. Exposed filly but she won at Southwell and should go well again back in a handicap. |
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2nd (6) (9/1 -157%)Rosieisme Darling |
9/1(-157%) | (6) Rosieisme Darling 9/1, Ran to form back over 5f when second and beaten 1/2l off 55 last time, and is 1lb higher here. Probably best at 5f and is in good form. Likeable type. Chelmsford winner who had a near miss over C&D last time; respected. |
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3rd (3) (9/2 +25%)Havana Jag |
9/2(+25%) | (3) Havana Jag 9/2, Ran to handicap form when beaten 2l in a maiden at Chelmsford last time. Effective over 5/6f and a consistent type based on recent efforts. 0-6 but she has a solid record and looks interesting on this drop back in trip. |
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4th (4) (13/8 +80%)Enter Sandman |
13/8(+80%) | (4) Enter Sandman 13/8, Bit keen, below form beaten 6l in a nursery at Kempton last time; visor first time; returning from a break; effective 5/6f, suited by sound surface; type to do better in nurseries. Has been gelded but he needs improvement back in trip on his return; visor added. |
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5th (1) (13/2 -63%)Mad Dash |
13/2(-63%) | (1) Mad Dash 13/2, Tired late when made a lot of use of beaten 5l in a novice at Newcastle last time; trainer in form; effective 5/6f, acts on G and AW; possibly fraction better than latest if ridden more conservatively. Reached the frame in three of her four qualifying runs; needs close look on handicap debut. |
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6th (5) (20/1 -43%)Baileys Ontherocks |
20/1(-43%) | (5) Baileys Ontherocks 20/1, May not have stayed beaten 7l in a nursery at Wolverhampton last time; effective 5f, acts on AW; return to 5f may help. Mark is falling but she's 0-6 and needs a transformation on this drop back in trip. |
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7th (7) (80/1 -264%)Epsom Ali |
80/1(-264%) | (7) Epsom Ali 80/1, Again failed to beat a rival when fourth and beaten 49l in a maiden here latest. Returns from a short break and has plenty of speed in her pedigree, but has a lot to prove after two poor runs. Tailed off in al three runs and she needs lots of improvement on her handicap debut. |

Filly Foden was rewarded for several creditable efforts in defeat when opening her account at Southwell eight days ago. The three-year-old should remain competitive reverting to handicap company, but it could be worth chancing HAVANA JAG. Dylan Cunha's filly wasn't disgraced on her latest fifth in a maiden and she lurks on an attractive mark. Rosieisme Darling is a feasible alternative.

The vote goes to ROSIEISME DARLING, who had a near miss over C&D last time and is only 1lb higher here.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (2) (5/4 +69%)Hollygrove Cha Cha |
5/4(+69%) | (2) Hollygrove Cha Cha 5/4, Jumped abysmally but did well to finish this close when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Windsor last time, seeing out the longer trip. Had been in good form beforehand and is effective between 2m1f and 2m4f, hasn't really taken to chasing but a Grade 2 winner in this sphere. Brings in some of the strongest form and looks a major player on favourable soft ground. Chasing this season; held by Jubilee Alpha on last season's clashes with that mare. |
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2nd (3) (7/5 +0%)Jubilee Alpha |
7/5(+0%) | (3) Jubilee Alpha 7/5, Travelled well but was out-battled and outstayed late up the hill when second, beaten 2 1/4l, in the Unibet Mares' Hurdle (Listed) at Sandown last time. Effective over 2m to 2 1/2m and a consistent performer who just about sets the standard but wouldn't want the ground too testing. Did well as a novice and in this season's three defeats she's posted her best RPRs. |
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3rd (5) (9/2 +0%)La Pinsonniere |
9/2(+0%) | (5) La Pinsonniere 9/2, Trainer has won two of the last five runnings of this race and she ran to form when second, beaten 2l, in a Mares' Novices' Hurdle (Listed) at Cheltenham last time. Effective over 2m to 2 1/2m and progressed for this yard last year. Closely matched with Jubilee Alpha on form but absence to overcome. Absent since April when beaten by Jubilee Alpha; 3lb worse off with that rival here. |
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4th (1) (14/1 -100%)Flying Fortune |
14/1(-100%) | (1) Flying Fortune 14/1, Won the Persian War Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Chepstow by 7 1/2l last time. Effective at around 2 1/2m and had been progressive prior to a long lay-off, though probably would not want ground too testing. A mare on a mission when last seen in the autumn of 2024, completing a four-timer. |

JUBILEE ALPHA looked all over the winner approaching the last in a similar race at Sandown latest but a resurgent Nurse Susan got the better of her again. Dan Skelton's charge isn't in opposition this time and she can gain a deserved success ahead of La Pinsonniere and Flying Fortune, who are expected to go well but do have absences to overcome. Hollygrove Cha Cha is a lot better than her Windsor showing and is noted back over timber.

It's difficult to get away from JUBILEE ALPHA who has yet to win this season but has been running well.
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1st (4) (11/8 +31%)A Pai De Nom |
11/8(+31%) | (4) A Pai De Nom 11/8, The yard won this race last year. Scored by a length off an 8lb lower mark at Cheltenham three starts ago. Effective from 2m to 2m5f and acts on soft and good ground. Progressing over hurdles and more to come for a top yard. 1st and 2nd in 2m5f handicaps; dam won at up to 3m and he now looks worth a go at it. |
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2nd (9) (14/1 -17%)Alentejo |
14/1(-17%) | (9) Alentejo 14/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Ffos Las last time. The trainer is in form and this is his second run after a wind operation. Effective from around 2 1/4m to 2 1/2m and acts with cut. Graded placed in France and could leave his stable debut form behind. French hurdle winner on heavy; poor chase debut for new yard last month after long layoff. |
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3rd (6) (11/2 -22%)Below The Radar |
11/2(-22%) | (6) Below The Radar 11/2, Ran to form when beaten 2 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Haydock last time. Effective over 2 1/2m and acts on any ground. A consistent performer over hurdles, who remains well treated on his novice form and could improve up in trip so holds strong claims. Stamina has not been proved after two attempts at 2m7f; ran well over 2m5f on latest start. |
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4th (8) (10/1 -33%)Tranquil Sea |
10/1(-33%) | (8) Tranquil Sea 10/1, The yard won this race last year. Never threatened but ran to form when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time. Effective from 2m to 3m and acts on any ground. In form since joining his new yard. Mixed messages, including with proven stamina but a question over effectiveness in the mud. |
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5th (1) (28/1 -12%)Might I |
28/1(-12%) | (1) Might I 28/1, Outpaced, needed the run and likely found the ground too quick when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Worcester last time. Effective over 2 1/2m and acts with cut. Now back below his last winning mark and a threat if fit and ready back on easy ground. £35,000 buy last May and had a remote finish at Worcester in July on his only start since. |
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|PU| (5) (8/1 +60%)Kapal Layar |
8/1(+60%) | (5) Kapal Layar 8/1, Never travelled and was reportedly struck into when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Ascot last time. Cheekpieces are worn for the first time and he returns from a short break. Effective over 2 1/2m and was progressive in the spring. Disappointing this season and connections ring the changes in a major way. |
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|PU| (3) (11/1 -83%)Crebilly |
11/1(-83%) | (3) Crebilly 11/1, Found little and did not stay when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Effective at 2 1/2m and may not quite get 3m. His mark looks fair and he may be lined up for a spring target. Acts on heavy and well handicapped, but something to prove at present, including at 3m. |
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|PU| (2) (11/2 +31%)Kyntara |
11/2(+31%) | (2) Kyntara 11/2, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Haydock last time. Effective over 3m and suited by cut in the ground, but arrives in only moderate form and needs to bounce back from that latest effort but is dropping in weights. Needs to bounce back from a poor show at Haydock three weeks ago; player if he does. |
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|PU| (7) (18/1 -29%)Goshhowposh |
18/1(-29%) | (7) Goshhowposh 18/1, Made mistakes and needed the run when comfortably held on his chase debut in a handicap at Chepstow last time. Returning from a long absence, he is effective over 3m and acts on soft and good ground, but is inconsistent and needs to show his ability remains. Stays well; best effort on good to soft; out of form when he was last seen 484 days ago. |

This is open and a chance can be taken on KAPAL LAYAR. Olly Murphy's charge found real progress at the start of his hurdling career but has struggled since returning in November. However, his seasonal reappearance can be forgiven and he had excuses at Ascot latest. The Milan gelding now sport a first-time tongue-tie/cheekpieces combination having undergone wind surgery last month, whilst he could find progress at this longer trip. A Pai De Nom was far from disgraced in the Lanzarote and must be given the utmost respect, as must Below The Radar. Spare a thought for Crebilly too who, although well below-par of late, has become far too well treated to ignore.

A Pai De Nom is not passed over at all lightly but proven stamina would be reassuring and KYNTARA has that.
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1st (3) (11/8 +66%)Raise You Up |
11/8(+66%) | (3) Raise You Up 11/8, Improved nicely to get off the mark when winning an auction hurdle at Limerick by 4 1/4l last time; effective 2m3f, act on soft to heavy; looks promising, good chance in this. Limerick maiden winner needs to step up but stamina test will suit; claims. |
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2nd (1) (2/1 +11%)Grey Jude |
2/1(+11%) | (1) Grey Jude 2/1, Confirmed debut level and showed a good attitude when winning a maiden hurdle at Cork by a head last time. Off a short break, effective at 2m, acts on yielding, and has more to offer up in trip. Front-running Cork maiden winner should stay this longer trip although first try on soft. |
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3rd (5) (13/2 -247%)Dunleer Crystal |
13/2(-247%) | (5) Dunleer Crystal 13/2, Yard won this last year; improved for debut experience when second beaten 2 1/4l in an auction hurdle at Down Royal latest; effective 2m, acts on S; from good yard, should have more to offer. Strong-finishing Down Royal second; Jack Kennedy takes over and longer trip should suit. |
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4th (2) (7/2 +13%)Mullaghgloss |
7/2(+13%) | (2) Mullaghgloss 7/2, Improved on handicap debut when fourth, beaten 6l, in the QuinnBet Handicap Hurdle (Listed) at Limerick latest. Effective at 2m, acts on soft to heavy and good, and has a sound chance in this. Didn't convince on testing ground latest; others may have more scope for improvement. |
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5th (4) (50/1 +0%)Diamond Secret |
50/1(+0%) | (4) Diamond Secret 50/1, Showed some promise on debut when well beaten in an auction hurdle at Thurles on his only start. Effective at 2m4f with cut, and improvement is likely. Never landed a blow when midfield on last month's Thurles maiden debut; hard to fancy. |

GREY JUDE has progressed steadily this season and appears to have been found a decent opportunity of adding to his maiden hurdle victory if handling these testing conditions. Dunleer Crystal showed much-improved form when runner-up on better ground at Down Royal's Christmas meeting and the third, Champagne Jury, has won since. Raise You Up is proven on heavy ground having won a Limerick maiden last time.

A likely decent pace could set this up for the lightly-weighted DUNLEER CRYSTAL, who was set plenty to do at Down Royal
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (7) (22/1 0%)Elouise's Prince |
22/1(0%) | (7) Elouise's Prince 22/1, Below form but with excuses when beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap here last time. Best at 5f on the all-weather and not the force of old, though that is reflected in his current mark. Has been out of sorts in his last seven runs and is untried at this trip; opposable. |
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2nd (6) (10/3 -33%)Francesi |
10/3(-33%) | (6) Francesi 10/3, Ran to form when second, beaten a length, up in trip off 68 last time and is 3lb higher now. Suited by 8-9f on the all-weather; trained by a top course yard and should remain competitive. Good second in hat-trick bid at Wolverhampton and his last win was over C&D; respected. |
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3rd (3) (3/1 +25%)Tadreeb |
3/1(+25%) | (3) Tadreeb 3/1, Better than result, strong at finish beaten 4l off a 1lb lower mark here last time; trainer in form; effective 7/8f, acts on any, probably better on AW; in and out of late but capable off this mark. Five-time course winner who is on dangerous mark and looks interesting back up in trip. |
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4th (4) (7/2 -56%)Way To Dubai |
7/2(-56%) | (4) Way To Dubai 7/2, Improved to score with a bit in hand when winning a handicap by 2 1/4l off an 8lb lower mark here last time. Effective over 6-8f on the all-weather, though his new mark asks more. Ended long losing run with a clearcut win over C&D last Saturday; big player again up 5lb. |
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5th (1) (14/1 +22%)Nordic Norm |
14/1(+22%) | (1) Nordic Norm 14/1, Found little and ran below form when fourth, beaten 9l, in a handicap at Chelmsford last time. Suited by 8f on the all-weather and probably soft ground, but needs to find more. Won on debut at Newcastle last February but he's been disappointing since and is now 1-9. |
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6th (5) (3/1 +0%)Latin |
3/1(+0%) | (5) Latin 3/1, Ran to form off his new mark when fourth, beaten 2 1/4l off 69 last time, and is 3lb higher here. Effective over a range of trips on the all-weather and can go well again. Held in bid for four-timer at Wolverhampton on Monday; needs to find more in new headgear. |
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7th (2) (11/1 +45%)Kingkeer |
11/1(+45%) | (2) Kingkeer 11/1, Did his best work late when beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap here last time, down in trip. Effective over longer distances on a sound surface; form is in and out but may do better for his new yard. Won at Windsor last May but he's generally struggled since; has something to prove. |

Way To Dubai made the most of a drop in class over C&D recently, but a 5lb higher mark may find him out, while Latin was thwarted in his bid for a four-timer when fourth at Wolverhampton five days ago. With all that in mind, this could be fought between in-form duo Francesi and TADREEB, with the latter appealing slightly more judged on his never-nearer third over 7f here last time out.

Top of the list is WAY TO DUBAI (nap), who got back on the scoresheet with a clearcut win over C&D last Saturday.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (1) (10/11 +17%)Steel Ally |
10/11(+17%) | (1) Steel Ally 10/11, Travelled well and jumped boldly when winning the Noel Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Ascot by 9l last time, doing it cosily. That form has been franked at the same level. Enjoys making it, is effective at 2m, comes here off a short break and looks a classy chaser so can defy penalty. Impressed in 2m3f Ascot Grade 2 in December and is now 2-2 over fences. |
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2nd (3) (7/1 +13%)Mirabad |
7/1(+13%) | (3) Mirabad 7/1, Yard won this race last year. Unseated in a handicap chase at Windsor latest, but had been in fine form for his new yard beforehand and is effective at 2m. Could get an easy lead but probably vulnerable in this grade. Won on chasing debut but behind Mambonumberfive on next outing; improvement needed. |
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3rd (2) (11/8 -15%)Mambonumberfive |
11/8(-15%) | (2) Mambonumberfive 11/8, Travelled strongly and did it cosily when winning the Wayward Lad Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Kempton by 7l last time, improving again. Trainer is in form, is effective at 2m, does not do much in front and is worth a further step up in grade. Big chance if handling the softer surface. Made stylish headway from the rear before winning Kempton Grade 2 over Christmas. |

Just the three declared for this Grade 2 novices' chase but it's still competitive stuff, with slight preference for MAMBONUMBERFIVE, who gets 2lb from the hat-trick seeking Steel Ally. Ben Pauling's charge completed his three-timer in really good style at Kempton over Christmas and has improved no end this season for going over a fence. Steel Ally was impressive at Ascot and will keep the selection honest, while also winning the race for second ahead of Exeter winner Mirabad.

Mambonumberfive is respected but Ascot winner STEEL ALLY arguably has stronger form and is given the vote.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (3) (5/6 -35%)Haiti Couleurs |
5/6(-35%) | (3) Haiti Couleurs 5/6, Jumped boldly and improved back up in trip and down in class under a fine front-running ride when winning the Coral Welsh Grand National at Chepstow by 3l last time. Progressive Irish and Welsh National winner suited by 3m+. Has struggled when upped in class before but still progressing and looks the main threat. Amiss two runs back, otherwise superbly progressive; Welsh National was latest big win. |
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2nd (1) (6/4 +25%)L'homme Presse |
6/4(+25%) | (1) L'homme Presse 6/4, Winner of two Grade 1s and from a yard that won this race last year. Game effort when second beaten 3/4l in the Cotswold Chase (Grade 2) at Cheltenham last time splitting pair of Grade 1 winners. Effective at 3m and remains classy. Sets standard and could be tough to peg back. Goes well on soft; should ensure that Haiti Couleurs does not have it all his own way. |
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3rd (4) (4/1 +71%)Leave Of Absence |
4/1(+71%) | (4) Leave Of Absence 4/1, Travelled well and improved again when second, beaten a head, in the Silver Cup Handicap Chase at Ascot last time. Trainer in form and enjoys making it, is effective at 3m and may get further. Progressive handicapper looks out of depth here. Pulled up sole start on soft; plenty to find against two of today's rivals on the ratings. |
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4th (2) (40/1 +0%)Riskintheground |
40/1(+0%) | (2) Riskintheground 40/1, Unsuited by soft ground when finishing down the field in the Betfair Exchange Handicap Chase at Cheltenham most recently. Effective at 2 1/2m and is probably high enough in the weights now. Up against it up in class. Plenty to prove on soft ground and for stamina; he's also clear bottom on ratings. |

Haiti Couleurs put his Betfair Chase blip behind him to land the Welsh National in fine style and although the gelding will be eyeing loftier targets come the spring, landing this prize would only strengthen his claims. That said, it might pay to side with L'HOMME PRESSE on this occasion. Venetia Williams' veteran rolled back the years to finish an excellent second in the Cotswold and, if able to find that rhythm out in front once again, he might be tough to reel in. Leave Of Absence can chase the pair home ahead of Riskintheground.

L'Homme Presse remains a serious rival despite giving him 2lb but the tip has to be HAITI COULEURS.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (5) (8/15 +7%)Jalon D'oudairies |
8/15(+7%) | (5) Jalon D'oudairies 8/15, Improved up in trip when second, beaten 1/2l, in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f, with strong bumper form, and retains potential over hurdles. Former smart bumper horses, two defeats hurdling after a layoff, chance to make amends. |
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2nd (4) (5/1 +58%)Healys Pub |
5/1(+58%) | (4) Healys Pub 5/1, Made a promising debut over hurdles when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle here last time. Effective at 2m on yielding ground and improvement is likely. Noted staying on for fifth in a 2m maiden here last month, this longer trip should help. |
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3rd (7) (25/1 0%)Umpire's Call |
25/1(0%) | (7) Umpire's Call 25/1, Improved back up in trip when finishing 12l third in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse last time, having the run of the race. Effective at 2m-2m4f with cut, but more is needed to win and handicaps may suit better. Fair third at Punchestown, this is a stronger race and he will need to jump better. |
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4th (6) (50/1 +0%)Private Policy |
50/1(+0%) | (6) Private Policy 50/1, Showed some promise on his hurdles debut up in trip when 19l third in a maiden hurdle at Thurles last time, tried in a tongue-tie. Effective at 2m-2m7f on heavy, but the drop in trip may not suit. Flattered by a third placing at this Thurles but at least he coped with testing going. |
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5th (2) (100/1 -52%)Ballindenisk |
100/1(-52%) | (2) Ballindenisk 100/1, Again made no impact when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle at Thurles most recently. Effective at 3m in points, but is likely to need further and a move into handicaps. Beat the smart Kazansky in a maiden point, undistinguished form in three racecourse starts. |
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6th (3) (66/1 -32%)Deise Crystal |
66/1(-32%) | (3) Deise Crystal 66/1, Showed a similar level to his debut when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Thurles last time. Looks the type to do better once switched to handicaps. Could be one for handicaps in time judged on his staying-on run behind El Cairos last week. |
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7th (11) (66/1 +34%)Blue Moon Boy |
66/1(+34%) | (11) Blue Moon Boy 66/1, Again failed to threaten when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle here last time. A multiple Flat winner, but has plenty to prove over hurdles, including his stamina. Two wins on the Flat, has failed to make an impact in two juvenile hurdles. up against it. |
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8th (8) (125/1 -25%)Ina Mina |
125/1(-25%) | (8) Ina Mina 125/1, Showed a small improvement when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel last time. Effective at 2m1f on heavy and looks the type to do better in handicaps. Won a good-ground 1m4f Tramore handicap last July, little impact in two runs over hurdles. |
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9th (1) (33/1 +34%)Awordinyourear |
33/1(+34%) | (1) Awordinyourear 33/1, 30,000 euros Poet's Word gelding; half-brother to multiple winners, including I'm To Blame, useful at from 2m-2m6f; likely up against it on debut. Newcomer by Poet's Word, half-brother to three winners, no lack of stamina in the pedigree. |
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|F| (10) (50/1 +24%)Scathach |
50/1(+24%) | (10) Scathach 50/1, Again ran to a modest level when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse last time. Should improve once switched to handicapping. Has faced some useful rivals in two outings, will probably need to get a handicap mark. |
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10th (12) (22/1 +12%)It's Bobsled Time |
22/1(+12%) | (12) It's Bobsled Time 22/1, Was beaten when falling late in a 4yo hurdle at Fairyhouse last time. Stays 2m1f well, but needs more to win this. Shock winner of an academy hurdle, would be a surprise winner against his elders here. |
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11th (13) (125/1 -25%)Nebraska Brave |
125/1(-25%) | (13) Nebraska Brave 125/1, 10,500 euros Order Of St George gelding; half-brother to Captain Hugo, very useful at around 2m; tough task on debut. By Order Of St George, closely related to bumper/hurdle winner Captain Hugo, tough task. |

JALON D'OUDAIRIES was a smart bumper performer winning twice before placing in the Grade 1 Champion Bumper at the Cheltenham Festival in 2024. The Gordon Elliott-trained gelding has filled the runner-up spot twice when switched to hurdles after a lengthy absence and could go one better here. Poetisa was bought for 300,000 pounds after winning a Cheltenham bumper last spring, but didn't impress with her jumping when reappearing at Punchestown last month and may be better suited by this left-handed track. Healys Pub caught the eye on hurdles debut here last month and is also noted.

Former high-class bumper horse JALON D'OUDAIRIES could be vulnerable on the ground but is preferred to the less experienced Poetisa
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (2) (7/4 -59%)King Of Chaos |
7/4(-59%) | (2) King Of Chaos 7/4, Back up in trip, bit keen but finished well getting good trip on inner when second beaten a length in a handicap at Wolverhampton latest; wide draw; effective 5/6f, acts on GS, GF and AW; may be capable of fraction more if settles better over this longer trip.. 0-5 but was good second at Wolverhampton last time and he's respected at this new trip. |
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2nd (6) (2/1 +20%)Loma Express |
2/1(+20%) | (6) Loma Express 2/1, Back to form when beaten just 1/2l into third in a novice here on her most recent run. Effective at 7f on this surface, though she may have reached her current level. Close up on stable debut over C&D last month and that form puts her firmly in the picture. |
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3rd (9) (9/4 +55%)Galileo Charm |
9/4(+55%) | (9) Galileo Charm 9/4, Close to form, made plenty of use of beaten 3l in a maiden at Kempton last time; in good form prior; effective at 7f, acts on AW; looks to have reached level. 0-5 but her best effort was a close call over C&D; respected. |
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4th (7) (40/1 -21%)Pink Diamond Girl |
40/1(-21%) | (7) Pink Diamond Girl 40/1, Outpaced early but made a fair effort when beaten 7l in a novice at Wolverhampton on debut. Returns from a short break and is bred to get at least a mile, though improvement is needed. Made a low-key start at Wolverhampton in December and she's probably one for later on. |
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5th (3) (12/1 +40%)Our Guy |
12/1(+40%) | (3) Our Guy 12/1, Improved from debut when dropped in trip and beaten 5l in a novice at Kempton last time. Shaped as though 7f would suit and is likely to have a bit more to offer. Well held in both runs this winter and handicaps will be more suitable. |
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6th (8) (25/1 -150%)Seapearl |
25/1(-150%) | (8) Seapearl 25/1, Improved markedly from her debut when beaten 4l in a maiden at Kempton last time. Appears to stay 7f on this surface and probably has a little more to come. Down the field in two runs last month and handicaps are an option after this. |
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7th (5) (25/1 -150%)Feisty Minx |
25/1(-150%) | (5) Feisty Minx 25/1, Showed similar form to her debut when beaten 4 1/4l in a maiden at Kempton last time. Probably has a bit more to come once reaching handicaps. Well held in two runs at Kempton (7f) this winter and she needs improvement. |
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8th (4) (40/1 +0%)Roccobear |
40/1(+0%) | (4) Roccobear 40/1, Took a step back from a promising debut when well beaten in a novice at Chelmsford latest. Returns from a break, is drawn wide and is bred to stay up to 8f on debut for a new yard. Has been gelded and he needs a transformation upped in trip for another new yard. |
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9th (1) (66/1 0%)Harry Don't Bite |
66/1(0%) | (1) Harry Don't Bite 66/1, Travelled well but was caught wide and found little here latest. Yet to show any real signs of ability so far, though he is speedily bred. 5yo who finished tailed off at massive prices in two runs here (1m/7f) last month. |

LOMA EXPRESS was only narrowly denied when third over C&D last month and she could be hard to beat if repeating that level of form on this occasion. That said, King Of Chaos has to be respected following his second over 6f at Wolverhampton. Galileo Charm is more than capable of making the frame but could once again be vulnerable.

This looks tricky but recent Wolverhampton runner-up KING OF CHAOS gets the vote ahead of Galileo Charm and Loma Express.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (5) (7/2 +36%)Guard Your Dreams |
7/2(+36%) | (5) Guard Your Dreams 7/2, Finished second when beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap chase at Uttoxeter last time, returning from a long lay-off. Effective at 3m and acts with cut. A former Grade 2 winner who is well treated on these terms if fit for this return. Absent since good run last May but last season's C&D win came after a break; a possible. |
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2nd (3) (6/1 +33%)Fugitif |
6/1(+33%) | (3) Fugitif 6/1, Made too much use of when finishing fourth, beaten 24l, in a handicap chase at Ascot latest. Effective at around 2 1/2m and acts on soft and good ground. Not quite the force of old, though easing in the weights. Ran well for a long way in good Ascot handicap last month but remains on long losing run. |
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3rd (2) (7/2 -40%)Le Milos |
7/2(-40%) | (2) Le Milos 7/2, Won this race last year and is back on his last winning mark. Returned to form when beaten 1 1/4l at Sandown last time over a longer trip. Effective at around 2 1/2m and best at 3m, though a veteran who is inconsistent nowadays but does at least handle conditions. Won this off 1lb lower a year ago and returned to form at Sandown last month. |
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4th (4) (12/1 +33%)Outlaw Peter |
12/1(+33%) | (4) Outlaw Peter 12/1, May have found the ground on the soft side when well beaten in a handicap chase at Ascot last time. Effective at around 2 1/2m and acts on soft and good ground, with his best form on a sound surface. Not in the same form since a lay-off. Looked out of sorts on first two outings this season; revival needed. |
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5th (7) (11/1 +31%)Lord Baddesley |
11/1(+31%) | (7) Lord Baddesley 11/1, Made too much use of and was held by less exposed rivals when comfortably beaten in a handicap chase at Newbury last time. Trainer is in form and he returns after a short break. Effective around 2 1/2m and suited by decent ground, though his mark looks high enough. Below form on latest outing (wore blinkers) and the slow ground here is a worry. |
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|PU| (1) (9/2 -50%)Knappers Hill |
9/2(-50%) | (1) Knappers Hill 9/2, Ran to form when stepping up in trip and probably did not stay on ground that was softer than ideal when beaten 8 1/2l into third in the Rowland Meyrick Handicap Chase at Wetherby last time. Effective around 2m4f and acts on GS and GF. May now be at level following a lay-off but the clear class edge here. On generous mark and the one to beat if coping with conditions. Smart in his prime; back from long absence with two pretty good efforts this season. |
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|PU| (6) (9/2 -13%)Grandeur D'ame |
9/2(-13%) | (6) Grandeur D'ame 9/2, Returned to form when dropping back in trip, finishing third and beaten 12l in the Betfair Exchange Handicap Chase at Cheltenham last time. Effective at around 2 1/2m and this easier but remains unreliable. Kept on for third in good Cheltenham handicap last month, and today's ground will suit. |

KNAPPERS HILL hasn't been able to get a fair crack at chasing, but he showed enough in the Rowland Meyrick to suggest he retains plenty of ability. Paul Nicholls' charge enters the veteran ranks for the first time and could prove too strong, though Le Milos offers a real threat having finished second at Sandown last month. Guard Your Dreams is also noted.

This looks good for last year's emphatic winner LE MILOS (nap), who returned to form with a big run at Sandown last month.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (2) (4/11 +55%)Lulamba |
4/11(+55%) | (2) Lulamba 4/11, Winner of two Grade 1s, including a decisive 9 1/2l success in the Henry VIII Novices' Chase at Sandown last time. That form nothing special but debut effort has been franked in a Grade 2. Trainer is in form. Effective at 2m and a top-class performer over hurdles and fences, with scope to improve further over longer distances. Can take step into open company in his stride before heading to Arkle. Exciting youngster; impressive in Grade 1 at Sandown most recently; Arkle favourite. |
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2nd (7) (6/1 -20%)Saint Segal |
6/1(-20%) | (7) Saint Segal 6/1, Improved again when second, beaten 10l, in the Desert Orchid Handicap Chase (Grade 2) at Kempton last time, though unable to reverse form with the winner. That form has been franked in the Clarence House. Effective over 2m to 2 1/2m and remains a hugely progressive chaser. Very consistent; runner-up in two notable handicaps this term; rock-solid claims. |
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3rd (5) (10/1 -67%)Libberty Hunter |
10/1(-67%) | (5) Libberty Hunter 10/1, Made mistakes and was outpaced when fourth, beaten 42l, in the Tingle Creek Chase (Grade 1) at Sandown last time. Returns from a short break. Effective at 2m and a very useful chaser, though jumping is becoming an issue at this level. Runner up in this last year and not dismissed. Good second in this contest 12 months ago; enters calculations back here. |
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4th (4) (25/1 -79%)Calico |
25/1(-79%) | (4) Calico 25/1, Ran right up to his best when winning a handicap chase at Ascot by 2 1/4l last time. Comes here after a short break. Effective at 2m and generally consistent, although his mark may now be high enough. Two from two this term; better than ever and looks worth his place in this field. |
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5th (1) (25/1 -194%)Master Chewy |
25/1(-194%) | (1) Master Chewy 25/1, Won this race last year and ran well when second, beaten 2l, in the Silviniaco Conti Chase (Grade 2) at Kempton last time. Visor worn for the first time. Effective at 2m and just about stays 2 1/2m; generally consistent. Landed this prize last year but incurs a bigger penalty this time; headgear fitted. |
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6th (6) (12/1 +64%)Meetmebythesea |
12/1(+64%) | (6) Meetmebythesea 12/1, Won a novice chase at Ayr by 2l last time. Effective over 2m to 2 1/2m. His debut form has been franked at Graded level and there is much more to come over fences, with further improvement expected back on better ground but this a big ask as a novice. Has the worst chance at the weights but is progressive and could go well. |

Nicky Henderson is no stranger to running a top-class novice in this contest as a preparation for the Cheltenham Festival, with Sprinter Sacre (2012) and Altior (2017) both hugely impressive before landing the Arkle, and LULAMBA bids to follow his illustrious stablemates. The five-year-old made the perfect start to life over fences at Exeter before underlining his class in the Henry VIII at Sandown and the sky appears to be the limit. Saint Segal has looked a reformed character in the past 12 months, with Thistle Ask being the only horse to beat him on his last five starts. Master Chewy won this prize last year and sports a first-time visor, but he does face a stiff enough task giving 5lb to the selection and 6lb to the remainder.

Exciting LULAMBA has the perfect credentials in his bid to become a third esteemed novice chaser to land this prize for Nicky Henderson.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (8) (12/1 +0%)Hesgonethatway |
12/1(+0%) | (8) Hesgonethatway 12/1, Ran to form on handicap debut when well beaten in a handicap hurdle here last time. Usually held up, is effective at 2m, and could do better yet after a short break. Needs to step up considerably from his handicap debut over C&D, still early days for him. |
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2nd (4) (2/1 -23%)Moudan |
2/1(-23%) | (4) Moudan 2/1, Improved when suited by a positive ride, showing a willing attitude to win a novice chase at Limerick last time. Enjoys making it, is effective over 2m–2m3f with cut, and his mark looks fair. Given a chase mark of 122 after Limerick novice win, obvious chance off 8lb lower. |
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3rd (6) (14/1 +0%)Fairyland Opera |
14/1(+0%) | (6) Fairyland Opera 14/1, Again below her hurdles form when well beaten in a beginners chase at Down Royal last time. Effective over 2m–2m5f with cut and returns to hurdles after modest efforts over fences. Beaten only a neck in this race last season, a return to that form would see her involved. |
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4th (5) (10/1 -186%)Half A Chance |
10/1(-186%) | (5) Half A Chance 10/1, Ran to form when beaten 9l into third in a handicap hurdle at Thurles last time. Effective over 2m–2m3f and best on a sound surface, but needs more for the win and the ground is a concern. Placed in five of his six starts since last September, fair chance of reaching the money. |
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5th (9) (28/1 +15%)Stiltellinemnuttin |
28/1(+15%) | (9) Stiltellinemnuttin 28/1, Yard won this race last year, but she did not find much when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Down Royal last time. Effective at 2m with cut, though inconsistent and her mark looks stiff. Showed some promise in maidens, that has not been borne out in two handicap attempts. |
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6th (10) (20/1 +20%)Chosen Diamond |
20/1(+20%) | (10) Chosen Diamond 20/1, Again below form when back hurdling and finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Limerick last time. Effective over 2m4f–3m and suited by cut, but needs to show more. No sign he can recapture the useful standard of form he showed around this time last year. |
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7th (11) (20/1 +0%)Halsafari |
20/1(+0%) | (11) Halsafari 20/1, Mistakes, race may have come too soon seventh beaten 80l off 93 last time, 3lb lower here; effective 2m, acts with cut; remains well treated on old form and is back hurdling now. Ended a long losing sequence in November, four moderate runs since then, 4lb wrong here. |
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8th (1) (14/1 -56%)Cloonainra |
14/1(-56%) | (1) Cloonainra 14/1, Mistakes, up in trip, didn't stay down the field in a handicap chase at Ayr most recent; effective around 2m4f on a sound surface; better than showed last twice. Listowel novice chase winner, back hurdling now after two poor chase runs in Britain. |
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|F| (3) (40/1 -60%)Eternal Echo |
40/1(-60%) | (3) Eternal Echo 40/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Navan last time after a short break. A bumper and hurdles winner who is effective at 2m on soft ground, but his current mark demands improvement. Course bumper winner/maiden hurdle scorer for Gordon Elliott, pulled up on stable debut. |
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|PU| (2) (7/4 +75%)Boher Road |
7/4(+75%) | (2) Boher Road 7/4, Pulled hard to the front, needed the run and made too much use of up in trip when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown latest. Enjoys making it, is effective at 2m, and should come on for that run. Better known as a four-time winner on Flat, should be better for his return in December. |
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|PU| (7) (12/1 +25%)Ernie From Nurney |
12/1(+25%) | (7) Ernie From Nurney 12/1, Made too much use of when fourth, beaten 26l, in a handicap chase at Punchestown last time. Effective at 2m and suited by plenty of cut, but may need a drop back in trip. Only glimpses of his best form since back-to-back wins in April 2024 on soft-to-heavy. |
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|PU| (12) (33/1 0%)Marie's March |
33/1(0%) | (12) Marie's March 33/1, Did not get home in a strongly run race when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Gowran Park last time. Effective at 2m with cut, but remains inconsistent. Third at this venue last March, has failed to reproduce that form, 6lb out of the handicap. |

MOUDAN is a progressive sort and looks on a nice mark here back over timber. The Mount Nelson gelding is now rated 122 over fences after a game effort to take a rated novice contest over fences at Limerick, over Christmas. He is 8lb lower over hurdles and this looks like a nice opportunity to make use of that difference. Half A Chance ran a solid race when third to cosy winner Kotkito Bello at Thurles back in December. Off just a pound higher now he has to be respected. Fairyland Opera has been well held over fences recently but could be given a chance on her old hurdles form off this mark.

Progressive last winter, MOUDAN (nap) can make it a hat-trick in this discipline with his current form established by a chase win
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (1) (7/2 +13%)Monsieur Kodi |
7/2(+13%) | (1) Monsieur Kodi 7/2, Did his best work late and ran to form when beaten 2 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark at Chelmsford last time. Drawn wide here, but effective over 6f and 7f and remains on a competitive mark. 1-17 on AW but he's been placed on Tapeta and Polytrack in last three runs; respected. |
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2nd (3) (10/3 +70%)Signcastle City |
10/3(+70%) | (3) Signcastle City 10/3, Raced keenly and made no impact when beaten 6l in a handicap at Kempton last time. Again drawn wide, but effective over 7f and 8f and has dropped further in the weights. On long losing run and he's been well held in both runs this year; something to prove. |
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3rd (6) (9/1 +36%)Iconic Times |
9/1(+36%) | (6) Iconic Times 9/1, Was a bit below form when beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap at Kempton last time. Best form has come over 6f on the all-weather and stamina remains to be proven over this longer trip. Both wins have been at 6f and he's been out of sorts in last five runs; down the list. |
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4th (2) (17/2 -6%)Mr Cool |
17/2(-6%) | (2) Mr Cool 17/2, Was a bit keen in first-time cheekpieces and failed to get home when beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap at Kempton last time. Effective at 5f and 6f, now on a reduced mark but needs more. 0-8 on AW and he's finished down the field in last four runs; others preferred. |
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5th (7) (11/2 -83%)Dandy Khan |
11/2(-83%) | (7) Dandy Khan 11/2, Ran to form when third, beaten 3l off a mark of 62 last time, and competes from the same rating here. Effective over 7f and 8f on the all-weather and looks capable off this mark. All four wins have been at this track and was placed over 1m here last time; respected. |
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6th (5) (18/5 -20%)Serenity Dream |
18/5(-20%) | (5) Serenity Dream 18/5, Returned to his best in reapplied cheekpieces when landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Kempton last time. Trained by a top course handler, effective over 6f and 7f and can go well off his new mark. Got back on track with a Kempton win last month; up 3lb but he's respected back up in trip. |
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7th (8) (14/1 -133%)Split Elevens |
14/1(-133%) | (8) Split Elevens 14/1, Back to form and appeared unlucky not to finish second when beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Southwell last time. Returns from a break, is effective at 7f and a past C&D winner, with a chance if building on that run. Ten-time AW winner who was placed at Southwell last time; needs close look on his return. |
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8th (4) (10/1 +0%)Tronido |
10/1(+0%) | (4) Tronido 10/1, Again made too much use of and stopped quickly when finishing down the field in a handicap at Goodwood most recent. Likes to make the running and returns from a break; best around 8f and a past C&D winner, but may need this. Tailed off in her final run in the autumn and she doesn't have a great record when fresh. |
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9th (9) (50/1 -52%)Comedian Leader |
50/1(-52%) | (9) Comedian Leader 50/1, Performed well below form when beaten 8l in a handicap over this course and distance last time. Effective between 6f and 8f and now on a falling mark, but a bounce back is required. Has struggled since returning to AW in December and she needs a major revival. |

The return to 7f should help DANDY KHAN, who was successful off a 2lb lower mark when last seen over C&D three starts ago. With that in mind, she gets the vote ahead of the recent Kempton winner Serenity Dream. A 3lb rise for that victory will make life tougher for Tony Carroll's gelding, while the consistent Monsieur Kodi completes the shortlist.

Preference is for SERENITY DREAM who got back in the groove with a win at Kempton and remains feasibly treated off his revised mark.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (7) (5/1 -82%)Kingston Queen |
5/1(-82%) | (7) Kingston Queen 5/1, Outpaced and not the speed of the winner when beaten 15l into third by Supreme fav in a novice hurdle at Cheltenham last time, having been unsuited by the drop in trip. Returning from a short break; effective at 2-2 1/2m. Highly regarded and a threat if handling the easier ground. Smart bumper performer who has made a good start to her hurdling career; good chance. |
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2nd (9) (9/2 +0%)White Noise |
9/2(+0%) | (9) White Noise 9/2, Did it comfortably and improved again when winning a handicap hurdle at Newbury by 5l last time, despite a 10lb rise. Effective at 2-2 1/4m; form working out very well and hugely progressive handicapper looks well worth this step up in class. Won Newbury handicap by 5l in December and is now 3-3 this season; likely contender. |
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3rd (3) (15/2 -7%)A Path To Ronda |
15/2(-7%) | (3) A Path To Ronda 15/2, Keen early but travelled well and ran to form when beaten 2l into third in a Listed Mares' Novices' Hurdle at Haydock last time. Effective at 2m; bumper form strong and in good form over hurdles but vulnerable in this class. Placed in Haydock Listed race in December and may still have a bigger run in her. |
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4th (4) (13/2 +41%)Dream Shadow |
13/2(+41%) | (4) Dream Shadow 13/2, Did it readily and improved up in trip when winning a novice hurdle at Ayr by 5 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f; debut form franked at Listed level and may get even further. Won by clear margins over C&D and at Ayr on last two starts; has more on her plate here. |
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5th (2) (7/1 +0%)Supreme Malinas |
7/1(+0%) | (2) Supreme Malinas 7/1, Travelled well and improved up in class when winning a Listed Mares' Novices' Hurdle at Haydock by a nose last time. Effective at 2-2 1/4m and looks useful; may get a bit further in time. Closely matched with Park Princess and get involved. Pipped Park Princess in Haydock Listed race in December; 5lb worse off with her here. |
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6th (5) (8/1 +60%)Easy Love |
8/1(+60%) | (5) Easy Love 8/1, Did it easily and improved down in trip under positive handling when winning a handicap hurdle at Windsor by 4 1/2l last time. Effective at 2 1/2m to 3m; highly tried in bumpers and progressive over hurdles but conditions a concern up in grade. Made all in good-ground Windsor handicap last month but needs further improvement here. |
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7th (8) (18/1 -80%)Park Princess |
18/1(-80%) | (8) Park Princess 18/1, Benefitted from a drop in class when winning a novice hurdle at Fontwell by a neck last time. Touch unlucky when runner up at Listed level previously. Effective at 2m-2m5f; progressive and likely to have more to offer. Could reverse form with Supreme Malinas. Forced to work hard at skinny odds last time; better judged on previous Listed second. |
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8th (6) (22/1 -38%)Indannya |
22/1(-38%) | (6) Indannya 22/1, Improved from debut when winning a novice hurdle here by 1 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m5f and there is more to come but this looks too tough. 2m5f course winner in December; still unexposed but needs a big step forward today. |
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|PU| (1) (7/2 +36%)Good Girl Kathleen |
7/2(+36%) | (1) Good Girl Kathleen 7/2, When winning the Joe Buckley Construction Stayers Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Cork by 8 1/2l last time; trainer in form and returning from a short break. Effective at 2 1/2-2 3/4m; versatile ground wise; progressive and more to come at 3m but strong claims if getting stiff test down in trip. Won 3m Grade 3 hurdle comfortably in December; hard to beat if as good over this trip. |

Supreme Malinas was all out to deny Park Princess off level weights at Haydock and that form can be reversed with a 5lb pull. Good Girl Kathleen sets the standard following her Grade 3 Cork success, but there is no telling where WHITE NOISE's ceiling lays and she gets the vote. Kim Bailey and Mat Nicholls' charge won a novice at Worcester before doubling up impressively in handicaps and this doesn't look beyond her currently. A Path To Ronda, Dream Shadow and Kingston Queen are others with chances in what looks an open heat.

She couldn't cope with a top-class novice over 2m1f last time but KINGSTON QUEEN has strong claims if judged on her 2m3f Chepstow win.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (1) (10/3 +58%)Tutti Quanti |
10/3(+58%) | (1) Tutti Quanti 10/3, Landed the Gerry Feilden Intermediate Handicap Hurdle by 3l off an 8lb lower mark here last time. Kept fresh for this since and mark protected. Off a short break; effective at 2m and likely to get further, though may need some cut. Fair mark on novice form and could progress. Progressive; registered a clearcut success in notable C&D handicap last time; respected. |
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2nd (4) (12/1 +52%)Wellington Arch |
12/1(+52%) | (4) Wellington Arch 12/1, Made too much use of and needed the run when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Windsor on return. Had been in good form previously; enjoys making it and is effective at 2 1/2m. Should come on for that outing but this track may not be ideal. Generally consistent until disappointing last time; his handicap form is over 2m4f. |
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3rd (5) (33/1 +0%)Faivoir |
33/1(+0%) | (5) Faivoir 33/1, Failed to stay when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Ascot over an extended trip last time. More effective around 2m and capable off this mark if conditions suit but stable second string on jockey bookings. Useful on his day but isn't solid on this season's form; beaten twice in this contest. |
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4th (6) (11/1 -83%)Un Sens A La Vie |
11/1(-83%) | (6) Un Sens A La Vie 11/1, Did it cosily when running to form under a positive ride to win a novice hurdle by 5l at Ludlow last time. Off a short break; effective at 2m, though a point winner who should get further and looks useful. Novice hurdler; could be well treated and his yard has landed this race three times. |
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5th (16) (11/1 +8%)Dance And Glance |
11/1(+8%) | (16) Dance And Glance 11/1, Won by a head off a 5lb lower mark at Ascot two starts ago. Ran to form up in class when second, beaten 1 1/2l, despite racing keenly, off 120 last time. Suited by 2m on a sound surface and remains on a fair mark. Usually runs his race and can make presence felt. Consistent sort; ties in with All In You on last two performances; should go well. |
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6th (12) (14/1 +44%)Wreckless Eric |
14/1(+44%) | (12) Wreckless Eric 14/1, Did not stay when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Kempton over an increased trip last time. More effective at 2m and may not get further; generally consistent and likely to benefit from a drop back in distance. Close second in last season's Imperial Cup; form has dipped in three runs since. |
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7th (7) (11/1 -57%)Lanesborough |
11/1(-57%) | (7) Lanesborough 11/1, Won by 8 1/2l off a 14lb lower mark at Doncaster two starts ago. Ran to form up in grade when fifth, beaten 10l, off 130 last time, flattening out late over further. Effective at 2m–2 1/2m with cut; form remains strong and stiff test at galloping track will suit down in trip. Ran creditably in the Lanzarote; may still have more to offer and remains of interest. |
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8th (9) (28/1 -27%)Bubble Dubi |
28/1(-27%) | (9) Bubble Dubi 28/1, Was too keen but still did it cosily when improving again to land a handicap by 11l off a 9lb lower mark at Aintree last time. Off a short break; effective around 2m, though now has to contend with a higher mark. However that form has been franked and he has a good record fresh so of interest. Scored readily at Aintree in sole outing this season but the form may not be reliable. |
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|F| (14) (20/1 -67%)The Hardest Geezer |
20/1(-67%) | (14) The Hardest Geezer 20/1, Travelled well but flattened out when running to form in fourth, beaten 6l, in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time. Effective at 2m with cut; consistent overall, though his mark is edging up. Second-season hurdler who is proving consistent and should give his running; solid. |
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|PU| (13) (5/2 +0%)Let It Rain |
5/2(+0%) | (13) Let It Rain 5/2, Travelled well but made mistakes and was out-battled late by a race-fit rival when beaten 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Ascot last time. Off a short break; effective at 2m, with form working out well and a lenient-looking mark. Looks to have been plotted for this and is the one to beat. Good effort in sole start this term; open to plenty of further improvement; big player. |
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|PU| (10) (7/1 -17%)All In You |
7/1(-17%) | (10) All In You 7/1, Travelled strongly and did it easily when improving to land a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Sandown last time. Effective at 2m; unexposed, with strong handicap debut form and could remain ahead of the assessor. Scored comfortably at Sandown last time, reversing Ascot placings with Dance And Glance. |
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|PU| (11) (16/1 +0%)Milldam |
16/1(+0%) | (11) Milldam 16/1, Outpaced but returned to form off a reduced mark when beaten 7l in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time, racing close enough to a strong pace. Effective at 2m and suited by plenty of cut; on a fair mark if building on that run. Interesting if the ground is heavy; successful in last four attempts on that surface. |
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|PU| (15) (33/1 +18%)Poet Laureate |
33/1(+18%) | (15) Poet Laureate 33/1, Won by 3l off an 8lb lower mark at Wincanton two starts ago. Made too much use of when ninth, beaten 23l, up in class off 121 last time. Effective at 2m; progressive until that effort, but this mark looks stiff. Folded tamely in the Windsor event won by Hot Fuss; has gained his wins in Class 4. |
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|PU| (2) (40/1 -60%)Go Dante |
40/1(-60%) | (2) Go Dante 40/1, Scored by 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Sandown two starts ago. Outpaced and unsuited by the track when tenth, beaten 26l, off 134 last time. Effective at 2m with cut; inconsistent but a dual Imperial Cup winner who has run well in this before. Dual winner of the Imperial Cup at Sandown; beaten twice off lower marks in this race. |
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|PU| (3) (50/1 -79%)Bucephalus |
50/1(-79%) | (3) Bucephalus 50/1, Went clear mid-race and returned to form down in trip under an aggressive ride, beaten 1 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Haydock last time. Enjoys making it; effective at 2m with cut, though this remains a stiff mark. Faces a stiffer task in this field but is hard to dismiss, being 2-2 in C&D handicaps. |

Let It Rain caught the eye on her handicap debut when returning at Ascot just before Christmas and shaping as though she would improve plenty for the outing. She can reverse placings with Dance And Glance (winner) and All In You (second), with the pair having backed that form up when the latter gained his revenge at Sandown a fortnight later, but the vote goes to UN SENS A LA VIE. Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies' charge follows a tried and tested route, with all three of the yard's previous winners having been novices, and the six-year-old, who chased home the exciting Old Park Star on his penultimate start at Kempton, may well be fairly treated off a mark of 130. Tutti Quanti won the Gerry Feilden over C&D and commands respect along with Lanesborough, who finished fifth in the Lanzarote.

This looks the ideal next step for Gerry Feilden winner TUTTI QUANTI (nap), who is first choice ahead of Un Sens A La Vie.
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1st (5) (5/1 +44%)Coole Cafe |
5/1(+44%) | (5) Coole Cafe 5/1, Below hurdles debut level when well beaten in a 4yo bumper here last time. Hood on for the first time; effective around 2m with cut, but a bounce back is needed after that run. Academy hurdle winner ran poorly over C&D last month; now tried hooded. |
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2nd (1) (15/8 +17%)Apache Peak |
15/8(+17%) | (1) Apache Peak 15/8, Ran to hurdles debut level on bumper debut when second, beaten 9l, in a 4yo bumper here last time. Effective around 2m with cut and there is probably a bit more to come. Last month's C&D second on similar ground should be in the mix. |
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3rd (4) (5/4 +17%)Todo Bien |
5/4(+17%) | (4) Todo Bien 5/4, Yard won this last year; 175,000 euros Walk In The Park gelding; half-brother to four winners, including Milan Tino, useful at around 2m; respected on debut for top trainer. Elliott newcomer deserves the height of respect in a race it has a good recent record in. |
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4th (2) (7/1 -110%)One To Witness |
7/1(-110%) | (2) One To Witness 7/1, Yard won this last year; 26,000 euros Sholokhov gelding; half-brother to Idas Boy, a useful stayer; top trainer also runs Todo Bien, interesting to see how this one goes in the betting. Half-brother to Idas Boy; one of two newcomers for the Elliott yard; market best guide. |
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5th (3) (33/1 +0%)Shaheeq |
33/1(+0%) | (3) Shaheeq 33/1, £8,000 Siyouni gelding; half-brother to useful Flat winner Tafreej; dam useful at 12f; tongue-tied on debut and not as obvious claims as others. Well-bred Shadwell cast-off makes belated debut in a tongue-tie; market likely best guide. |

TODO BIEN was an expensive purchase as a store last year, costing 175,000 euro at the 'Derby Sale', and may be able to make a winning start now for Gordon Elliott. The Walk In The Park gelding is a half-brother to a couple of smart sorts in Shoda and Milan Tino. Apache Peak looks the pick of those with form. He has been second on both starts, most recently chasing home the impressive Quiryn here last month. Coole Cafe finished back in seventh that day, which was slightly disappointing as she had won an academy hurdle previously.

Recent C&D second Apache Peak deserves respect but newcomer TODO BIEN is preferred given the yard's good recent record in this race
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (4) (18/1 -50%)Hierarchy |
18/1(-50%) | (4) Hierarchy 18/1, Again below form when ninth, beaten 6 1/4l, off 77 last time and now 1lb lower. Effective at 6f, with a bounce back required. Won at Kempton in December but he's finished out the back in both subsequent runs. |
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2nd (5) (5/1 +17%)Amazonian Dream |
5/1(+17%) | (5) Amazonian Dream 5/1, Best work late when running to form, beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Southwell last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time and he is suited by 6f off this slightly lower mark. On dangerous mark and was placed at Southwell last time; in the mix with headgear added. |
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3rd (3) (14/1 +22%)Giorgio M |
14/1(+22%) | (3) Giorgio M 14/1, Below form when sixth, beaten 7 1/4l, off 77 last time and runs from the same mark here. Effective at 6/7f and a return to this venue is a plus, but a bounce back is needed. Made all over 7f here in December and he had an excuse at Southwell latest; not ruled out. |
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4th (1) (3/1 +0%)Silky Wilkie |
3/1(+0%) | (1) Silky Wilkie 3/1, Ran to form landing a handicap by a neck off a 2lb lower mark at Newcastle last time; effective 5/6f, acts on any; competitive mark still. Ended long losing run in a Class 3 at Newcastle and he's only 2lb higher here; respected. |
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5th (7) (5/2 +69%)Charlie Mason |
5/2(+69%) | (7) Charlie Mason 5/2, Ran to form beaten 2l off this mark here last time; top course trainer; effective 5/6f, acts on any; in form, still on a competitive mark. Won at Doncaster in September and he's held his form since then; dangerous. |
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6th (2) (9/2 +0%)Lazzar |
9/2(+0%) | (2) Lazzar 9/2, Ran to form down in trip when second at Wolverhampton latest; effective at 5/6f, acts on S, GF and AW; mark is workable still and return to this C&D may suit. Close second in his bid for a four-timer at Wolverhampton last month; up another 3lb. |
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7th (6) (4/1 -33%)Ziggy's Condor |
4/1(-33%) | (6) Ziggy's Condor 4/1, Ran to form, good attitude landing a handicap by a neck off a 2lb lower mark at Newcastle last time; effective 6/7f, acts on GS, G and AW; consistent of late and new mark still fair. In-form 5yo who won at Newcastle last time and is only 2lb higher here; big player. |
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8th (8) (40/1 -567%)Manhattan Chute |
40/1(-567%) | (8) Manhattan Chute 40/1, Improved, sprang a surprise in landing a handicap by a head off a 2lb lower mark here last time; effective at 5/6f, may not stay beyond, acts on yielding, good and AW; stamina to prove. Won over 5f here last time but that was at 50-1 in a Class 6 handicap; others preferred. |

SILKY WILKIE accounted for a decent field when winning over 6f at Newcastle last month and the seven-year-old merits plenty of respect off just a 2lb higher mark in this lower grade. Ziggy's Condor also won at Newcastle on his most recent outing and could prove to be the main threat to the selection, ahead of Charlie Mason and Lazzar.

This looks wide open but the vote goes to ZIGGY'S CONDOR, who is only 2lb higher than for his game win at Newcastle last time.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (3) (11/2 +0%)Cornish Storm |
11/2(+0%) | (3) Cornish Storm 11/2, Ran to his best in first-time cheekpieces when landing a handicap by a nose at Taunton, with stamina just holding out up in trip, off a 3lb lower mark. Effective at 2m, he just about stays 2m3f and is in form. Just held on to score in first-time cheekpices in December; slower ground a worry here. |
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2nd (1) (1/1 +43%)Le Yacht |
1/1(+43%) | (1) Le Yacht 1/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Doncaster on his penultimate start. Trainer is in form and he is effective at 2m, acts with cut, and looks progressive, with more to come when stepped up in trip. Strong claims if getting stiff test. 2-4 over hurdles; slightly disappointing on latest outing but remains of interest. |
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3rd (2) (7/1 0%)Homme D'un Soir |
7/1(0%) | (2) Homme D'un Soir 7/1, Made mistakes and was ridden too prominently when fourth, beaten 19l, in a handicap chase at Ludlow last time. Returns from a short break, is effective at 2m, suited by decent ground, and is generally consistent. Looks on a fair mark judged on chase form. Not at best in latest chase but reverts to hurdling on a lower mark; a possible. |
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4th (6) (16/1 -60%)Service Minimum |
16/1(-60%) | (6) Service Minimum 16/1, Was unsuited by soft ground when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon last time. Effective at around 2 1/2m and acts on good ground, though her current mark demands more. Gained his novice wins on good ground and was tailed off in recent soft-ground handicap. |
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5th (7) (7/1 +61%)Supreme Yeats |
7/1(+61%) | (7) Supreme Yeats 7/1, Went clear early and made too much use of himself when down in trip, before being comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Kempton last time. Returns from a short break, is suited by a sound surface and 3m, and is generally consistent. Trip and ground look issues here. Back from three-month break; gained all hurdle wins over 2m4f+ on good ground. |
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6th (4) (22/1 -214%)Ufouria |
22/1(-214%) | (4) Ufouria 22/1, Built on her stable debut but was still below her Irish form when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Ludlow last time. Effective at 2m, she is an Irish bumper winner whose hurdles form has been franked, though her mark demands more. Irish bumper winner; yet to strike form for new stable but should be okay on the ground. |
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7th (5) (11/2 -57%)Almuhit |
11/2(-57%) | (5) Almuhit 11/2, Looked in need of the run when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Newbury on his latest start. Effective between 2m and 2 1/2m and wanting decent ground, but his current mark asks for improvement and conditions a concern. Second at Punchestown festival last spring; might have needed last month's low-key run. |
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8th (8) (28/1 +0%)Get The Value |
28/1(+0%) | (8) Get The Value 28/1, Needed the run and failed to stay when up in trip, finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Newbury most recently. Effective at around 2m and wanting a sound surface, but his current mark demands more. Always behind at Newbury in December, after a layoff; wants much better ground. |

Doncaster winner LE YACHT appeared stretched by 2m3f at Haydock last month and is fancied to bounce straight back over this shorter trip. The five-year-old has far less to prove than many whilst remaining open to plenty of improvement and is preferred to talented Flat performer Almuhit, who can take a step forward from his hurdling return. Veteran Supreme Yeats struggled in a Pertemps Qualifier at Kempton last time but ought to appreciate an ease in class.

Another chance is readily given to LE YACHT, who can still progress from his Doncaster win two starts ago.
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1st (8) (11/2 +73%)Holloway Queen |
11/2(+73%) | (8) Holloway Queen 11/2, Returned to form when jumping much better and finishing fourth, beaten 5 1/4l, in a handicap chase here last time. The trainer is in form and she is on a good mark based on novice hurdle form, so remains competitive if jumping holds up. Ran well to be fourth here in December when Captain Bellamy was runner-up. |
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2nd (5) (4/1 +33%)Knight Of Allen |
4/1(+33%) | (5) Knight Of Allen 4/1, Won a handicap here by 3/4l off a 5lb lower mark two runs back. Was outpaced but ran to form when fourth in a strong novice chase at Cheltenham last time, and is progressing over fences with his mark looking fair. Course winner; ran well at the weights in a novice chase at Cheltenham a month ago. |
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3rd (10) (14/1 +58%)Tune In A Box |
14/1(+58%) | (10) Tune In A Box 14/1, Hampered early and never threatened when well beaten in a handicap chase at Uttoxeter last time. Effective over 2m3f-3m but has yet to fire over fences. Yet to get anything going over fences (0-3) and this race is no easier. |
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4th (7) (6/1 +0%)Silver Thorn |
6/1(+0%) | (7) Silver Thorn 6/1, Improved when well treated up 6lb, suited by positive handling when landing a handicap by 2l at Exeter last time off a 4lb lower mark. Effective at around 3m and is progressive over fences with form franked so holds solid claims. Just four got round at Exeter but the handicapper didn't go overboard with a 4lb rise. |
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5th (1) (9/2 -29%)Jig's Forge |
9/2(-29%) | (1) Jig's Forge 9/2, Improved up in trip and was suited by a positive ride when winning a beginners' chase here by 1 1/2l last time. Comes here off a short break, is effective over 2m4f-3m, and is progressing over fences as the trip increases. Looks well treated back in a handicap. Won a match here last time, beating a smart rival; Grade 1 entry at Cheltenham. |
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6th (9) (10/3 +49%)Captain Bellamy |
10/3(+49%) | (9) Captain Bellamy 10/3, This yard has won three of the last five runnings of this race. Beaten a short-head here last time off a 3lb lower mark where he conceded first run having met trouble, he is on a good mark based on hurdle form which includes a victory here and can win soon over fences, likely appreciating 3m. Only 3lb higher than for narrow defeat here at Christmas when he looked unlucky. |
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7th (3) (16/1 -33%)U Cant Be Serious |
16/1(-33%) | (3) U Cant Be Serious 16/1, This yard won this race last year. Scored by 1/2l at Exeter off a 6lb lower mark two runs ago but was outpaced and well held when ninth, beaten 31l, off the same mark last time. The handicapper may have caught up. 2-3 over fences and the defeat looked too bad to be true; others still appeal more. |
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|PU| (6) (5/1 +0%)Itseemslikeit |
5/1(+0%) | (6) Itseemslikeit 5/1, Improved again when landing a handicap by 4l at Ffos Las last time off a 7lb lower mark. Effective at 3m and has more to come, with the possibility of completing a hat-trick but this a much tougher test. 2-2 over fences, over 3m on heavy; firmly on the upgrade. |
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|PU| (4) (22/1 -38%)Toss Of A Coin |
22/1(-38%) | (4) Toss Of A Coin 22/1, Won a handicap by 2l at Chepstow two starts ago off a 5lb lower mark. Effective over 2m4f-3m and open to further progress now, possibly after having had issues. 17-2 to defy this 5lb higher mark at Exeter but he unseated at the start. |
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|PU| (2) (28/1 -100%)Pour Les Filles |
28/1(-100%) | (2) Pour Les Filles 28/1, Returned to form on chase debut when landing a handicap by 15l at Ffos Las last time, aided by the main rival falling late, off a 4lb lower mark. Effective over 2 1/2m and may do better still for the new yard. Had some luck on his side when making a successful chase/stable debut at Ffos Las. |

Having got the better of a subsequent winner over 2m4f here in December, KNIGHT OF ALLEN ran as well as expected when finishing fourth in a novice chase at Cheltenham on New Year's Day. The six-year-old should prove more competitive reverting to handicap company and he's taken to regain the winning thread. Course winner Jig's Forge likely has better days ahead of him as well and may serve the most resistance to the selection, ahead of the hat-trick seeking Silver Thorn.

This is no easy race in which to defy top weight but JIG'S FORGE was a useful hurdler who is already looking a superior chaser.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (2) (1/8 +50%)Dinoblue |
1/8(+50%) | (2) Dinoblue 1/8, Won this race last year and jumped well, travelling strongly when winning the Yellowford & Drumlin John & Chich Fowler Memorial Irish EBF Mares Chase at Fairyhouse by 7l last time. Effective at 2m-2m6f and consistent, she should win this. Last year's winner remains a class apart at this level. |
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2nd (1) (9/1 -6%)Bioluminescence |
9/1(-6%) | (1) Bioluminescence 9/1, Travelled but did not find much and may not have stayed when well beaten in the Becher Handicap Chase at Aintree last time. Off a short break, effective at 2m4f-3m, suited by plenty of cut, but has been inconsistent of late. Below best both starts this term and lots to find with same owner's Dinoblue on ratings. |
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3rd (6) (10/1 +29%)Uhavemeinstitches |
10/1(+29%) | (6) Uhavemeinstitches 10/1, Ran to form when 7l third in the Dawn Run Mares Novice Chase (Grade 2) at Limerick most recently. Effective over 2m-2m7f and progressive over fences, she arrives in good heart. Form is over further so will need a good pace at this minimum trip; place claims. |
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4th (3) (125/1 +17%)Je T'ai Porte |
125/1(+17%) | (3) Je T'ai Porte 125/1, May have found the ground on the soft side when finishing down the field in a handicap chase here most recently. Tongue-tie is applied for the first time; enjoys making it, is effective at 2m-2m3f, but faces a stiff task. Out of form of late; tongue-tie added but hard to see her featuring. |

DINOBLUE looks set to be a short price to repeat last year's success in this Listed contest. Willie Mullins' charge, winner of the Mares Chase at Cheltenham last term, is the one to beat in this division and it would be a surprise if she was turned over. She did have to survive a last fence scare when scoring at Fairyhouse last time but should collect again with a clear round. Bioluminescence is the danger on official ratings but she needs to improve on her last showing in handicap company at Aintree. Break My Soul was outclassed in Grade 1 company at Leopardstown over Christmas but should be able to get closer now.

Impossible to oppose last year's winner DINOBLUE. The Great Nudie and Uhavemeinstitches look the ones for the forecast
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (1) (13/8 +70%)Muy Muy Loco |
13/8(+70%) | (1) Muy Muy Loco 13/8, Ran to form when beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark here last time. Effective at 7-10f, generally consistent, and has a bit more to do to defy this mark. Won over C&D in October and he's reached the frame in both subsequent runs; in the mix. |
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2nd (2) (4/1 -78%)Silkies Sib |
4/1(-78%) | (2) Silkies Sib 4/1, Ran to form when third, beaten 1 1/2l off 55, when tried in a visor last time, and remains on the same mark. Effective over 9-11f and respected once again. Won at Wolverhampton on Boxing Day and was good third at Southwell last time; respected. |
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3rd (3) (7/1 -17%)Eutropia |
7/1(-17%) | (3) Eutropia 7/1, Ran to a recent level when beaten 4l into third in a handicap at Wolverhampton on her latest run. Effective over 7-12f and has been running into form for her new yard. 0-12 but she's been placed at Wolverhampton in last two runs; each-way claims again. |
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4th (5) (50/1 -150%)Grand Harbour |
50/1(-150%) | (5) Grand Harbour 50/1, Was well below form when finishing down the field in a handicap at Wolverhampton most recently. Effective over 10-12f but hasn't beaten a rival in his last three starts. Ten-race maiden who was tailed off on stable debut at Wolverhampton in December; opposable. |
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5th (9) (16/1 -33%)Star Of St Louis |
16/1(-33%) | (9) Star Of St Louis 16/1, Lacked pace and was a bit below form when beaten 4 1/4l in a classified race at Wolverhampton last time. Effective over 8-10f, suited by all-weather racing, and on a good mark if recapturing form. His last win was almost two years ago and has not made an impact in two runs this winter. |
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6th (6) (9/4 +0%)Celtic John |
9/4(+0%) | (6) Celtic John 9/4, Was outpaced and needed every yard when benefitting from leaders getting racing early to win a classified race here by a head last time. Effective at 7/8f, inconsistent, but may have a bit more to offer now he has got his head in front and is stepping up in trip. Won a classified event here (1m) last time and he's big player again back up in trip. |
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7th (8) (33/1 +18%)Mary Rose |
33/1(+18%) | (8) Mary Rose 33/1, Again ran to a moderate level when beaten 8 1/4l in a classified race at Chelmsford last time. Dam was an 11f winner and she is a half-sister to Ghaiyyath, but she is impossible to fancy on what she has shown so far. Has struggled at big prices in all five runs and can only be watched. |
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8th (7) (22/1 -214%)Pave The Way |
22/1(-214%) | (7) Pave The Way 22/1, Was a no-show from off the pace when ninth, beaten 8l off 50, last time and runs from the same mark here. Effective at 8f but remains unreliable and needs to bounce back. Won at Kempton (1m) last month but was last of nine there last time; risks attached. |

SILKIES SIB wasn't beaten far in each of his two starts since winning at Wolverhampton on Boxing Day and that reliability earns him the vote. Celtic John, who won over a mile here last month, could be the biggest danger if stepping up a couple of furlongs doesn't cause any issues. Muy Muy Loco, a previous C&D winner, and the potentially well-handicapped Eutropia are others to bear in mind.

Preference is for SILKIES SIB, who won at Wolverhampton on Boxing Day and was a good third behind an improver at Southwell last time.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (3) (11/2 -10%)Phantomofthepoints |
11/2(-10%) | (3) Phantomofthepoints 11/2, Had every chance and ran to form when fourth, beaten 17l, in a handicap hurdle at Haydock last time, having been unable to dominate and doing plenty early. Effective over 2m4f–2m7f and acts on good to soft. Dangerous if allowed easy lead down in trip. Fell on chase debut and worryingly below par on last month's return to hurdling. |
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2nd (2) (13/8 +28%)Fingle Bridge |
13/8(+28%) | (2) Fingle Bridge 13/8, Jumped abysmally and was outpaced when 4l third in a novice chase at Ayr on his latest run, possibly needing a stiffer test. Effective at 2m–2m4f and acts with cut. Unbeaten over hurdles and a Listed winner so respected but mark demands more. Chasing this season; novice hurdle form (3-3) reads well and could be on a good mark. |
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3rd (6) (5/1 +38%)Believitanducan |
5/1(+38%) | (6) Believitanducan 5/1, Won by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Plumpton two starts ago but was keen, made mistakes and ran below form when sixth, beaten 29l, off 125 last time. Progressive prior to that. Remains on the same mark and is effective at 2m–2m4f on soft or good to soft. 3-6 as a hurdler and won't mind getting back on a slower surface; considered. |
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4th (4) (7/1 +0%)Luttrell Lad |
7/1(+0%) | (4) Luttrell Lad 7/1, Scored by 8 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Exeter two starts ago and ran to form when fourth, beaten 3l, off 128 last time. Remains on the same mark, is effective at 2m–2m4f and is a consistent type but conditions a worry Thoroughly exposed but back in good form and latest run looks even better now. |
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|PU| (7) (6/1 +63%)Champagne Twist |
6/1(+63%) | (7) Champagne Twist 6/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Newbury on his latest start. Cheekpieces are fitted for the first time, the trainer is in form, and he is effective over 2m4f, but current form off-putting. Threatening to lose his way; plenty depends on what effect first-time cheekpieces have. |
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|PU| (5) (8/1 -23%)Junker D'allier |
8/1(-23%) | (5) Junker D'allier 8/1, Made mistakes and may not have stayed when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Ayr last time after stepping up in trip. Effective at 2m and acts on soft and good to soft, but has been inconsistent since switching to fences. Chasing this season; won three novice hurdles last term and highly tried in his defeats. |
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|PU| (8) (17/2 -31%)Prince Zaltar |
17/2(-31%) | (8) Prince Zaltar 17/2, Made mistakes and ran below form when fourth, beaten 12l, in a handicap chase at Kempton last time, with the race possibly coming too soon. Effective over 2m4f–3m, acts on soft and good, consistent but may find a couple better treated. Recent defeats (since winning yard debut) have been in stronger races than this. |
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|PU| (1) (50/1 -213%)Last Kingdom |
50/1(-213%) | (1) Last Kingdom 50/1, Up in trip and may not have stayed when well beaten in the Neville Hotels Premier Handicap Hurdle (Listed) at Leopardstown last time. Had been in good form beforehand, is effective at 2m and remains a consistent performer. Running in better races in Ireland and a big player on stable debut. Capable handicapper in Ireland and could be an interesting addition for new yard. |

FINGLE BRIDGE's jumping over fences hasn't always convinced and he makes plenty of appeal reverting to a discipline that he's unbeaten in. The eight-year-old's last hurdle start saw him landing a Listed event at Exeter and he could prove too classy for these rivals. It will be interesting to see how stablemate Junker D'allier compares in the market as he could also relish a return to the smaller obstacles, while Luttrell Lad is feasible alternative.

A trappy handicap. Preference is for the 10yo LUTTRELL LAD who has less to prove than many after good efforts in victory and defeat.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (1) (12/1 +14%)A Likeable Rogue |
12/1(+14%) | (1) A Likeable Rogue 12/1, Ran to form when benefitting from a drop in class to win a bumper at Wetherby by 2l last time. Effective at 2m on soft ground and arrives in form, with this step back up in class looking worthwhile. Fourth in a Listed race before a decisive win on soft at Wetherby; promising. |
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2nd (2) (33/1 -18%)Get Out Of My Way |
33/1(-18%) | (2) Get Out Of My Way 33/1, Very promising debut when a 2 1/2l winner in a maiden bumper at Market Rasen. Returns from a short break and is effective at 2m on good to soft, but the debut form looks weak and plenty more is needed. Prevailed in a sprint finish on debut and likely that he's better than that bare form. |
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3rd (10) (6/1 +33%)Trojan Tale |
6/1(+33%) | (10) Trojan Tale 6/1, Very promising debut when a 7 1/2l winner in a bumper at Wincanton. Effective at 2m on heavy ground, but the debut form is yet to be tested and more is required now stepping up in class. Easily won a race for newcomers at Wincanton and the ground was testing that day. |
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4th (4) (16/1 -33%)Half Hoping |
16/1(-33%) | (4) Half Hoping 16/1, Improved for debut experience when winning a bumper at Fontwell by 6l last time. Stays 2m and possibly further, acts on soft ground, and with the debut form franked, testing conditions would be in his favour. Closely matched with No Walkover on debut run; then won comfortably at Fontwell. |
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5th (5) (33/1 +59%)Not Without Danger |
33/1(+59%) | (5) Not Without Danger 33/1, Needed the run when well beaten in a bumper at Cheltenham on his latest start. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time, returns from a break, is effective at 2m, and could bounce back down in class. Debut second reads well and he's had a lengthy break since his Cheltenham demise. |
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6th (8) (10/3 -67%)Risky Obsession |
10/3(-67%) | (8) Risky Obsession 10/3, Very promising debut when beating a previous winner to land a bumper at Warwick by 6 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m on good to soft, has joined a top yard, and is expected to have much more to come. Impressive win at Warwick and has to be of strong interest. |
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7th (11) (22/1 +78%)Wonder Flying |
22/1(+78%) | (11) Wonder Flying 22/1, Ran to form when finishing third, beaten 6 1/4l, in a bumper at Aintree on his most recent run. Effective at 2m on soft and good ground, he is consistent but needs more to be competitive at this level. Has finished behind A Likeable Rogue and No Walkover in his last two races. |
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8th (6) (6/4 +40%)No Walkover |
6/4(+40%) | (6) No Walkover 6/4, Improved from his debut when winning a bumper at Aintree by 5l last time. Effective at 2m on soft ground, he looks a promising sort with the form franked and holds a solid chance despite this step up in class. 2-2 in bumpers, looking good last time; already useful and has the scope to keep improving. |
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9th (7) (17/2 +39%)No Way Jay |
17/2(+39%) | (7) No Way Jay 17/2, Bit free but ran to form when fourth, beaten 7 1/4l, in the King Edward VII Ascot Membership NH Flat Race (Listed) at Ascot last time. Returns from a short break, is effective at 2m on good ground, and remains in good form. Fair fourth in Ascot Listed race but that run appeared to expose his limitations. |
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10th (3) (12/1 +25%)Governors Rock |
12/1(+25%) | (3) Governors Rock 12/1, Improved again when dictating a modest gallop to win a 4yo bumper at Ballinrobe by 5 1/2l last time. Returns from a break, is effective at 2m on soft and good, and the form has been franked so further progress is possible for new stable. Bought for £100,000 after defying a penalty with some comfort at Ballinrobe. |

RISKY OBSESSION looked one to follow when scooting away on his Rules bow at Warwick 38 days ago. Dan Skelton's charge had previously landed a point-to-point and he could take this en route to a tilt at the Champion Bumper. Governors Rock impressed when completing a double at Ballinrobe for his previous trainer in September and he's not taken lightly on his stable debut for Warren Greatrex. A Likeable Rogue and No Walkover are others of interest.

It was very taking in how RISKY OBSESSION dealt with debut winner Smile John Boy at Warwick and he earns the vote.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (4) (85/40 -70%)Panda Boy |
85/40(-70%) | (4) Panda Boy 85/40, Ran to form, suited by the decent ground when winning a hunter chase at Thurles by 9l last time; effective 3m, suited by decent ground; could be useful recruit to hunter chases but deep ground not ideal. Good standard in staying handicaps, made a big impression in first race in this division. |
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2nd (2) (15/8 +0%)Hunters Yarn |
15/8(+0%) | (2) Hunters Yarn 15/8, Scored with plenty in hand when winning an open point for novice riders at Dungarvan by 3l last time. Formerly a smart 2m novice hurdler and chaser, now effective at 3m in points, and interesting on hunter chase debut. Good overall points form, made mistakes when Ryehill finished in front of him at Dromahane. |
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3rd (5) (7/2 -5%)Ryehill |
7/2(-5%) | (5) Ryehill 7/2, Fair return but below rules level when second beaten 5l in an open point at Dromahane latest; effective around 3m with cut; respected having won this last year. Respected as last year's winner of this race, 1/2l in front of Hunters Yarn at Dromahane. |
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4th (3) (9/1 -20%)Last Round |
9/1(-20%) | (3) Last Round 9/1, Improved again when just tiring late up in trip and class, beaten 17l into third in a hunter chase at Thurles on his most recent run. Effective at 2m6f-3m and progressing, but this looks a bit tough. Won maiden hunter chase at Limerick, appears well held by Panda Boy on Thurles running. |
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|PU| (1) (40/1 +20%)Galon De Vauzelle |
40/1(+20%) | (1) Galon De Vauzelle 40/1, Pulled up in the hunters' chase at Down Royal last time. Effective up to 3m with cut in the ground, but needs a bounce back from that effort and is probably not good enough on what has been shown. Has made an effective return to points, struggled in a strong hunter chase at Down Royal. |

HUNTERS YARN may be worth siding with here. The Fame And Glory gelding was a smart sort for Willie Mullins and has won three from four for Pat Doyle since going point-to-pointing this season. His only blip was at Dromahane in late December when third to Wrappedupinmay, a horse that he had previously beaten with ease. He is fancied to turn the tables now with Ryehill, who was just in front of him at Dromahane. Panda Boy looks like the obvious one to beat after an impressive performance in his first hunters chase at Thurles last month. He beat another Doyle-trained horse in Lifetime Ambition that day.

A horse who looked capable of winning a major handicap chase when in his prime, PANDA BOY can continue to prosper in this category
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (1) (11/4 +66%)Danehill Star |
11/4(+66%) | (1) Danehill Star 11/4, Below form when finishing down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recently. Trained by a top course handler, he is effective over 7-10f, with a step back up in trip expected to suit. Back to a far more suitable trip and getting the visor back on is another plus. |
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2nd (6) (3/1 +25%)Al Shabab |
3/1(+25%) | (6) Al Shabab 3/1, Returned to form when second, beaten 3/4l, in a classified race at Wolverhampton latest. A C&D winner who seems suited by 10f, he needs to build on that run now back in handicaps. C&D winner in September and threatened again at Wolverhampton recently. |
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3rd (7) (12/1 -118%)Summer Evening |
12/1(-118%) | (7) Summer Evening 12/1, Improved for first-time cheekpieces when beaten 1/2l off this mark here last time. Effective at 8f on the all-weather and has a chance if handling the step back up in trip. Better for cheekpieces latest; chance if building on that and staying this far. |
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4th (4) (18/1 -80%)Pure Theory |
18/1(-80%) | (4) Pure Theory 18/1, Ran to form when beaten 5l in a handicap here last time. Effective over 10-12f on the all-weather, though her recent form has been in and out. Not kicked on from respectable first run for this yard, last time behind Graffiti. |
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5th (5) (11/10 +0%)Knight Of Magic |
11/10(+0%) | (5) Knight Of Magic 11/10, Was a bit keen but ran to his best when upped in trip, winning a classified race at Wolverhampton by a head last time. Effective from 9-13f and can be competitive back in a handicap. Mostly consistent since joining James Owen but the wins have come in classified races. |
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6th (8) (40/1 +0%)Nora Barnacle |
40/1(+0%) | (8) Nora Barnacle 40/1, Failed to show from off the pace when well beaten in a handicap at Chelmsford latest. She has yet to show anything. This could be more her trip but again runs without headgear; best run in a visor. |

Luke Morris gets on well with KNIGHT OF MAGIC and the jockey booking swings the vote in favour of the James Owen-trained gelding. Having been in the saddle for recent classified stakes wins at Southwell and Wolverhampton, Morris' experienced coaxing can ensure this keen-going six-year-old again holds enough in reserve to be strong at the finish. Al Shabab is an old rival with solid claims on these terms, while Danehill Star and Pure Theory shouldn't be underestimated.

The 5yo DANEHILL STAR returns to a better trip with the visor reinstated and those factors look major positives.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (2) (6/1 -50%)Popton Point |
6/1(-50%) | (2) Popton Point 6/1, Very promising on debut when a head winner in an amateurs' bumper at Wetherby. Returns after a short break, with debut form franked, though a sharper track may not be ideal. The one to beat on form. Overcame distinct signs of greenness to narrowly deny a subsequent winner at Wetherby. |
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2nd (6) (8/11 +76%)Vrheligonne |
8/11(+76%) | (6) Vrheligonne 8/11, Promising effort when runner-up, beaten 10l, in a maiden point at Tattersalls Farm on her only start. Trainer is in form and she returns from a break, having run well in a point before joining a top yard which can get them ready first time. Bought for £80,000 after finishing second in an Irish point in October (yielding to soft). |
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3rd (5) (28/1 -40%)Port And Brandy |
28/1(-40%) | (5) Port And Brandy 28/1, Ran to form when second, beaten 16l, in a mares' point at Tinahely last time. Returns from a short break and is a point winner who has joined a good yard so could go well. Went 1-5 in Irish points and changed hands for 20,000euros in December. |
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4th (8) (16/1 -60%)Mega Etoile |
16/1(-60%) | (8) Mega Etoile 16/1, Storm The Stars filly; Dam held on sole start in bumpers; easy to look elsewhere. Second foal; dam well held in AQPS race/over hurdles in France. |
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5th (7) (20/1 -208%)Gentora |
20/1(-208%) | (7) Gentora 20/1, 9,000 euros Getaway filly; full-sister to Masters Legacy, smart at 21f; yard has good record in bumpers; watch betting. Newcomer; her trainer's bumper runners have earned respect in the last two years. |
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6th (1) (9/2 +25%)Analitheia |
9/2(+25%) | (1) Analitheia 9/2, Pulled up in the Alan Swinbank Mares' NH Flat Race (Listed) at Market Rasen last time. Soft ground winner on debut previously. Effective over 2m but needs to bounce back after that latest effort. Debut winner; stopped very quickly and pulled up in a Listed race; better than that. |
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7th (3) (10/1 +29%)Atlantic Blue |
10/1(+29%) | (3) Atlantic Blue 10/1, Blue Bresil mare; half-sister to Nordic Storm, who was moderate at 19f. Dam won a bumper first time out. Trainer-owned newcomer; third foal out of a bumper winner who is well related. |
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8th (4) (13/2 +7%)Jota's Gold |
13/2(+7%) | (4) Jota's Gold 13/2, 20,000 euros Doyen mare; half-sister to Pic Roc, very useful at 24f though does have enthusiasm issues; looks an unlikely winner on debut. 20,000euros 3yo and a half-sister to last weekend's Sandown chase winner Pic Roc. |

Having overcome greenness to make a winning debut at Wetherby, Popton Point warrants respect on her follow-up bid. However, there are some intriguing Rules debutants on show which could have her measure, with JOTA'S GOLD getting the pick. The five-year-old is a half-sister to decent staying chaser Pic Roc and she shouldn't be found lacking for stamina. Point-to-pointers Vrheligonne and Port And Brandy are others to monitor in the betting.

Popton Point is feared but she has to concede weight to VRHELIGONNE who fetched £80,000 after finishing second in an Irish point.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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1st (1) (5/4 +50%)Himself |
5/4(+50%) | (1) Himself 5/4, Overcame trouble for a cosy win, improving again when landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time. Effective at 12-16f and hugely progressive, with more to come off this new mark. Came good at Newcastle in November and has since won over C&D and at Wolverhampton.. |
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2nd (10) (6/1 +57%)Blue Siam |
6/1(+57%) | (10) Blue Siam 6/1, Had too much to do but ran to form when fourth, beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap at Wolverhampton latest. Effective at 8-12f and not in bad form, though stamina is still to be proven. Consistent sort but is nine-race maiden; step back up in trip should suit.. |
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3rd (2) (12/1 -41%)Damzon |
12/1(-41%) | (2) Damzon 12/1, Landed a handicap by 7l off a 7lb lower mark at Chelmsford on her penultimate start. Effective at 12-16f and may have a bit more to offer over staying trips now she has had her head in front. Off the mark at Chelmsford last month; fourth in a classified at Wolverhampton since.. |
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4th (7) (8/1 -7%)Fornido |
8/1(-7%) | (7) Fornido 8/1, Ran to form when possibly outstayed late, beaten a neck off a 2lb lower mark at Lingfield last time. Effective at 12-14f and a C&D winner, though not one to rely on backing up his latest run. Won over C&D on October; below that form until beaten a neck by Forglen at Lingfield.. |
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5th (3) (12/1 -20%)Zooks |
12/1(-20%) | (3) Zooks 12/1, Helped set it up for the closer when unusually below par, beaten 7l in a handicap at Lingfield last time. Effective up to 16f and generally a consistent sort. 1-24 on AW but has been placed four times since resuming in November.. |
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6th (11) (7/2 +78%)Yurinov |
7/2(+78%) | (11) Yurinov 7/2, Made too much use of when rushed up from a wide draw, beaten 5l in a handicap here last time. Effective at 12-14f but needs more. 25-race maiden who runs the odd decent race but makes limited appeal for win purposes.. |
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7th (9) (20/1 +50%)Alex The Great |
20/1(+50%) | (9) Alex The Great 20/1, Never competitive after blowing the start, beaten 8l in a handicap at Chelmsford last time. Effective at 14-16f with all his best form on this surface, but appears regressive. Three-time winner but he's been struggling in recent starts.. |
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8th (8) (28/1 -133%)Mrs Meader |
28/1(-133%) | (8) Mrs Meader 28/1, Had every chance but was a bit below form when beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark here last time. Effective at 12-14f and inconsistent, but on a fair mark. 0-15 on AW but not beaten far when seventh of 13 on comeback run here 16 days ago,. |
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9th (4) (125/1 -89%)Hobgoblin |
125/1(-89%) | (4) Hobgoblin 125/1, Never competitive when down the field on handicap debut at Newcastle most recently. Usually held up and bred to stay this trip, but has plenty to prove despite the trainer being in form. Well held all four starts, including on handicap debut when ninth at Newcastle last month.. |

HIMSELF arrives here on the back of two wins over 1m6f last month and a 4lb rise for the latest of those victories may not be enough to stop him from making it a hat-trick. Forglen and Fornido are closely matched based on their Lingfield encounter three weeks ago and are likely to go well once again, while Damzon is next best.

Himself bids for a fourth success in his last five starts but FORGLEN is 10lb better off with that rival.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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) (15/8 +25%)Mereside Diva |
15/8(+25%) | (2) Mereside Diva 15/8, Returned to form when just caught late, beaten 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark here last time after racing freely. Effective at 7f and well treated if building on that run, though unreliable. Drop into a 0-75 saw her run a cracker over 7f here last week; up 3lb but high on the list. |
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(3) (3/1 +14%)Brazilian Rose |
3/1(+14%) | (3) Brazilian Rose 3/1, Won by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark here two starts back but never really threatened when fifth, beaten 4l off 75 last time. Usually held up and a return to 6f should suit. Finished 3.5l behind Mereside Diva here last week in bid for course hat-trick; e-w shout. |
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(6) (11/2 0%)Ziggy's Queen |
11/2(0%) | (6) Ziggy's Queen 11/2, Won by a short-head off a 4lb lower mark at Wolverhampton three starts ago. Suited by 6f and now back in form, she remains competitive based on that recent evidence. Arrives in good form and conditions won't faze her; likely to be in the shake up. |
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(7) (7/1 -75%)So Sassy |
7/1(-75%) | (7) So Sassy 7/1, Ran to form when beaten a length off a 2lb lower mark at Lingfield last time. Effective at 6f to 7f but her current mark asks for more than she has shown recently. Reliable filly but a 2lb rise for her latest Lingfield second could leave her vulnerable. |
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(8) (17/2 +23%)Court Drive |
17/2(+23%) | (8) Court Drive 17/2, Ran roughly to form when beaten 3 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark at Kempton last time. Effective at 6f and in fair winter form, now just 1lb above her last winning mark. Not at her best on her last two starts and others bring more compelling claims. |
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(4) (10/1 -82%)Handle With Care |
10/1(-82%) | (4) Handle With Care 10/1, Scored by a head off a 2lb lower mark at Lingfield two starts ago but was a bit below form when third, beaten 3l off 74 last time. Wide draw to contend with but little other early pace so dangerous if allowed to dictate. Lingfield winner in December (7f); no improvement for headgear latest; much more needed. |
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(1) (40/1 -82%)Pineapple Island |
40/1(-82%) | (1) Pineapple Island 40/1, Had every chance but ran below form when beaten 5l in a handicap at Newcastle last time. Effective at 5f and now needs to show that ability remains after that modest effort. Glimmer of promise for new yard this winter; drops in class; not solid but can't discount. |

SO SASSY has been running well in defeat since winning over 6f at Lingfield in August and the four-year-old was a close second at that venue when last seen in January. On that evidence, she is the marginal pick in a wide-open event. Ziggy's Queen and Handle With Care are others with strong form claims, while Mereside Diva and Brazilian Rose are also noted.

Having bumped into an interesting opponent here eight days ago MERESIDE DIVA is taken to go one better back against her own sex.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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(9) (7/4 +56%)Charles Darnay |
7/4(+56%) | (9) Charles Darnay 7/4, Raced too freely but shaped very well on debut over an inadequate trip when beaten 2 1/2l in a novice at Lingfield. Middle-distance bred, and this tall gelding should improve a good bit. Ran well in a useful novice at Lingfield last month (7f); new trip a plus; more to come. |
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(5) (5/2 +29%)Tiger Power |
5/2(+29%) | (5) Tiger Power 5/2, Ran to form under a penalty when third, beaten 3 1/4l, in a novice at Newcastle last time. Returns from a break with his trainer in form, and he looked talented on debut as a big, rangy colt. Winning debut last September and fair 3rd under penalty later that month; 1m should suit. |
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(6) (4/1 +20%)Dakota Breeze |
4/1(+20%) | (6) Dakota Breeze 4/1, Probably a touch green but finished well when runner-up, beaten 3 1/2l, in a novice at Newcastle on his only start. Effective over 7f, may get further, and should make marked improvement. Second of eight on recent debut (7f) but in a modest affair; this demands a good deal more. |
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(4) (13/2 -44%)Kurios Lady |
13/2(-44%) | (4) Kurios Lady 13/2, Showed improvement when making good late headway under a considerate ride, finishing third beaten 2 1/2l in a maiden here last time. Looks the type to get further than 1m and is a big, strong, workmanlike sort. Both runs over C&D, showing a fair level of ability when 3rd last month; capable of better. |
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(8) (15/2 -125%)Seattle Chief |
15/2(-125%) | (8) Seattle Chief 15/2, 85,000gns Sergei Prokofiev gelding; half-brother to El Caballo, high-class at 6f and a Group 2 winner for this yard; dam very useful at 5f; top trainer. 85,000gns foal from a good family, several of whom have won on debut; a newcomer of note. |
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(11) (11/1 -10%)Havana's Tune |
11/1(-10%) | (11) Havana's Tune 11/1, 13,000gns Havana Gold gelding; dam poor at 7f at 2yo; half brother a Listed winner in Italy; cheekpieces first time. Half-brother to a Listed winner in Italy; wears headgear on debut; betting to guide. |
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(12) (14/1 +44%)Saint Of The Sea |
14/1(+44%) | (12) Saint Of The Sea 14/1, Not knocked about too much when well beaten on debut in a novice at Newbury. Comes from a top course trainer, but remains difficult to fancy on what he has shown so far. Attracted support on Newbury debut last summer but finished well held; should do better. |
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(10) (125/1 -25%)Cobalt Comet |
125/1(-25%) | (10) Cobalt Comet 125/1, £2,500 Massaat gelding; half-brother to Dercol, fair at 6f; dam fair at 6f though never won; hood first time. Minor appeal on paper and stable not associated with winning newcomers; hooded for debut. |
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(7) (250/1 -25%)Nicolai |
250/1(-25%) | (7) Nicolai 250/1, Looked unenthusiastic when well beaten in a novice at Kempton last time. Bred for distances around a mile, but he has appeared limited and unwilling so far. Last of 8 in two 7f novices at Kempton; handicaps over further will suit better. |
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(2) (300/1 -100%)Sweetstevie |
300/1(-100%) | (2) Sweetstevie 300/1, Put up a poor effort on debut when well beaten in a maiden here on his only start. Sprint-bred and arrives with questions to answer on the evidence so far. Beaten over 18l when tenth of 11 in a C&D maiden 18 days ago; a big step forward is needed. |
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(1) (300/1 -20%)Raja Charger |
300/1(-20%) | (1) Raja Charger 300/1, Green and outpaced on debut when third, beaten 27l, in a novice at Newcastle. That was his only run to date; wears a tongue-tie for the first time here, returns from a break, and has plenty to prove. 125-1 when a tailed-off last of three at Newcastle four months ago (1m); now tongue tied. |
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(3) (300/1 -355%)Splinterwood |
300/1(-355%) | (3) Splinterwood 300/1, Still green and ran to the level of his debut form when comfortably held in a novice at Wolverhampton last time. Trained by a yard that does well here, but he looks likely to need more time. Well held in 7f novice runs here and at Wolverhampton this winter; minor handicaps beckon. |

DAKOTA BREEZE displayed plenty of promise when second on his debut over 7f at Newcastle a couple of weeks ago. With the benefit of that experience, Archie Watson's colt could be hard to beat here. That said, Tiger Power is an obvious threat having won on debut at Haydock and he was not disgraced under a penalty last time. Any market support for Seattle Chief would have to be noted.

Stepping up to 1m can see CHARLES DARNAY build on his promising debut at Lingfield. Seattle Chief is a newcomer to take seriously.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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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(5) (7/4 +42%)Hackney Diamonds |
7/4(+42%) | (5) Hackney Diamonds 7/4, Scored by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark here on her penultimate start. Ran to form when second, beaten 4 1/4l off 63 last time on the same mark, and remains well treated on old efforts. 2-2 at the track and the form of her 1m4f win last month is strong; major player. |
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(7) (9/2 -100%)Noss Mayo |
9/2(-100%) | (7) Noss Mayo 9/2, Ran to form when landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Newcastle last time. Effective at 10f, she is in form and may have a bit more to offer now she has had her head in front. Two good runs since a visor went on last month; 4lb rise for latest win not insurmountable. |
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(6) (5/1 -25%)Enthused |
5/1(-25%) | (6) Enthused 5/1, Ran to form when beaten 2l off this mark at Chelmsford last time. Effective up to 12f, his enthusiasm can be a worry but he is back in form and the longer trip should suit. Infrequent Flat winner these days but arrives on the back of two placed efforts; e-w shout. |
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(3) (17/2 -113%)Seraphic |
17/2(-113%) | (3) Seraphic 17/2, Scored by 2l off a 4lb lower mark at Chelmsford on his penultimate start. Effective over 10-12f, he is a tricky hold-up ride but is in form and remains on a workable mark. Beat Enthused at Chelmsford last month before a disappointing finishing effort last time. |
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(2) (17/2 -21%)Brodie's Boy |
17/2(-21%) | (2) Brodie's Boy 17/2, Had every chance but ran below form when beaten 9l in a handicap here last time. Effective over 10-12f and his mark continues to tumble, though he remains unreliable. Drops into his first Class 6 but short of his best in two of his last three starts. |
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(4) (10/1 +60%)The Bay Warrior |
10/1(+60%) | (4) The Bay Warrior 10/1, Made too much use of when finishing down the field in a handicap at Lingfield most recently. Suited by 11-13f, with most of his form coming on artificial surfaces these days, and a bounce back is needed. Conditions to suit and on a good mark but he needs to bounce back from two modest efforts. |
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(8) (11/1 +56%)Lightningboltzoom |
11/1(+56%) | (8) Lightningboltzoom 11/1, Outpaced and below form when back down in trip, comfortably held in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time. Effective over 8-11f on artificial surfaces but needs more. 0-7 but best run came last January when 2nd over C&D; now 6lb lower; not discounted. |

Newcastle winner Noss Mayo and the consistent Hackney Diamonds are strong candidates in this company. However, BRODIE'S BOY, who was two and a half lengths and four places ahead of the now absent King's Hand when third in a similar event over C&D last month, would be a big player if bouncing back from a hefty defeat last time out.

Noss Mayo is on the upgrade but preference is for HACKNEY DIAMONDS who is taken to maintain her unbeaten course record.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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) (4/9 +33%)Chancellor |
4/9(+33%) | (1) Chancellor 4/9, Second when beaten a neck in the Hyde Stakes (Listed) at Kempton latest, just failing to reel in the winner. Returned from a short break, effective at 7-8f, highly regarded early in his career and improving, with a wind op appearing to have worked. Sets the standard and should be tough to beat. Two good runs at Kempon following wind/gelding ops; more to come; strong contender. |
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(6) (11/2 -57%)Tyrrhenian Sea |
11/2(-57%) | (6) Tyrrhenian Sea 11/2, Ran to form but was out-battled late, up in trip, when second beaten a short-head in the Quebec Stakes (Listed) at Lingfield latest. Effective at 8-10f, all form on all-weather, a dual Listed winner and should go well. Won this race (run at Lingfield) last year; close 2nd over 1m2f latest; in the mix again. |
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(7) (8/1 -45%)Witch Hunter |
8/1(-45%) | (7) Witch Hunter 8/1, Ran to form up in trip when winning a handicap at Newcastle by 1 1/2l last time. Effective at 7/8f, a former Group winner, inconsistent but capable, and needs to be played late. Held by Chancellor on Kempton form but won well at Newcastle latest; contender. |
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(4) (12/1 +0%)Storm Star |
12/1(+0%) | (4) Storm Star 12/1, Ran to form but just tired late when beaten 3l, back up in trip, in a handicap at Newcastle last time. Had been in good form beforehand, trainer is in form, effective at 7/8f, but needs a bit more up in class. Progressive handicapper last year; work to do with Witch Hunter on latest run. |
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(5) (16/1 +0%)Two Tempting |
16/1(+0%) | (5) Two Tempting 16/1, Ran to form when second, beaten 2l, in a handicap here latest. Effective at 7/8f and a consistent handicapper, but has a bit to find up in class. Admirable performer for whom conditions hold no terrors; this looks a tough task though. |
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(2) (28/1 -12%)Dear My Friend |
28/1(-12%) | (2) Dear My Friend 28/1, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 2l, in the Bahrain Mile at Bahrain latest. Returning from a long layoff, effective at 1m and best on all-weather. Took this race in 2024 but has largely been out of form since and looks risky. Two-time AW Listed winner; absent 12 months; no surprise to see him return with a bang. |
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(3) (33/1 +50%)Skylight Brochard |
33/1(+50%) | (3) Skylight Brochard 33/1, Ran to form when second, beaten a short-head, in a conditions race at Cagnes-Sur-Mer latest. Returned from a long absence, effective at 7-8f, a Listed winner in France and arrives in form. Good 2nd in France last time but enjoyed the run of the race; others look more persuasive. |

CHANCELLOR's second-placed finish in the Hyde Stakes at Kempton was a creditable first attempt over a mile and the son of Kingman is strongly fancied to go one better. Dear My Friend will be a big danger to the selection if he has reacclimatised after a short stint in the UAE, while Tyrrhenian Sea's second in the Quebec over 1m2f here was a sounding of his wellbeing and he can also have a big say back at this trip.

Witch Hunter and Dear My Friend have the talent to feature but the progressive CHANCELLOR looks the one to beat.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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) (15/8 +53%)Blueaway |
15/8(+53%) | (4) Blueaway 15/8, Ran about to the balance of her form when beaten 8l over a longer trip in a maiden here last time. Her trainer is in form, but as a light-framed type she may have reached her level. Opening mark does appear lenient and top jockey booked. Lowly RPRs in three runs but she has hinted at ability & can step forward now handicapping. |
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(1) (10/3 +52%)Life After Love |
10/3(+52%) | (1) Life After Love 10/3, That run probably reflected her ability when beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time. Likely effective at 6f, but her form has been a little unreliable. Poor form thus far but has a good pedigree and now drops into a 0-55; may do better. |
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(3) (5/1 -150%)He Bangs The Drums |
5/1(-150%) | (3) He Bangs The Drums 5/1, Finished second when beaten 5 1/2l in a handicap at Wolverhampton latest. Has shown similar form over 5/6f and likes to lead, so may improve if settling better. Second, albeit a remote one, at Wolverhampton 11 days ago (6f); more required back at 5f. |
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(6) (5/1 +29%)Sands Of Seve |
5/1(+29%) | (6) Sands Of Seve 5/1, Cheekpieces were tried to no avail when beaten 10l in a nursery at Chelmsford last time. He returns from a short break but has yet to show any worthwhile form. Poor form in five starts, including both handicaps; gelded since latest; lots to prove. |
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(2) (6/1 +0%)Mythical Night |
6/1(+0%) | (2) Mythical Night 6/1, A poor effort on her second run off a break, well beaten in a handicap here last time while wearing cheekpieces. Had been in good form prior and has a bit to prove now. Yet to shine in handicaps but still early days; drops back in trip with headgear left off. |
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(5) (16/1 -167%)Calabrian Soldato |
16/1(-167%) | (5) Calabrian Soldato 16/1, Did not stay 6f when finishing down the field in a handicap at Wolverhampton most recently. Blinkers are applied for the first time and he needs a return to 5f. 2nd on handicap debut in December but that form is modest; well held latest; new headgear. |
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(7) (40/1 +0%)Rai Rogers |
40/1(+0%) | (7) Rai Rogers 40/1, Made too much use of from a wide draw and raced freely when finishing down the field here last time. A tongue-tie is worn for the first time, but she has yet to show any signs of ability. No better for handicapping when 9th of 10 over 6f here last month; now tongue tied. |

This won't take much winning and the vote goes to BLUEAWAY. The daughter of Blue Point fetched 75,000 euros as a two-year-old but failed to make an impact in novice/maiden events. However, she's related to a host of useful types so from an opening mark of 49, it would come as no surprise were she to take a step forward. Calabrian Soldato struggled at Wolverhampton latest but could bounce back in first-time blinkers, whilst He Bangs The Drums completes the shortlist.

Mythical Night is better than she has shown in handicaps but BLUEAWAY is taken to leave previous efforts well behind her tonight.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | 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) (13/8 +59%)True Promise |
13/8(+59%) | (1) True Promise 13/8, Ran to form when beaten 3/4l off this mark at Newcastle last time. Effective at 5/6f, on a long losing run but fairly treated and generally consistent through the winter. Losing run stands at 21 but banging at the door for his new yard; down in trip/class here. |
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(2) (3/1 +25%)Ay Gee Ell |
3/1(+25%) | (2) Ay Gee Ell 3/1, Scored by 3 1/4l off an 8lb lower mark here three starts back. Ran to form when third, beaten 1 1/4l off 75 last time and is 1lb lower here; effective at 5f and in form. Of major interest judged on emphatic C&D win in December; excuses both starts since. |
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(5) (6/1 +25%)Popular Dream |
6/1(+25%) | (5) Popular Dream 6/1, Scored by a length off a 3lb lower mark here three starts back. Ran to form when fifth, beaten 2 1/4l off 67 last time and is 1lb lower here; effective at 5f but the mark may be high enough. Not at best on last two starts but this should be run to suit and he is on a fair mark. |
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(7) (9/1 -80%)Street Life |
9/1(-80%) | (7) Street Life 9/1, Scored by a neck off a 4lb lower mark here three starts back. Suited by 5f and in good form since returning to all-weather, remaining on a workable mark. Could be tough to peg back once again. Prolific 9yo who arrives in top form; conditions to suit but this a step back up in class. |
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(3) (9/1 -50%)Brazilian Belle |
9/1(-50%) | (3) Brazilian Belle 9/1, Ran to form when beaten 2 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark here last time. Effective at 5f and consistent on the whole. Third behind Popular Dream over C&D last month; fair mark on 2025 best; each-way shout. |
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(4) (11/1 -38%)Birkenhead |
11/1(-38%) | (4) Birkenhead 11/1, Ran to form when beaten 3 1/4l off this mark here last time despite a wide draw. Suited by 5f, in good form, with the latest run boosted, and likes to dominate. Runner-up over C&D on his last two starts; should give it another good go from the front. |
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(6) (25/1 +24%)Kitaab |
25/1(+24%) | (6) Kitaab 25/1, Below form when back up in trip and well beaten in a handicap at Newcastle latest. Drawn wide, effective over 6-7f, but has struggled since returning from a lay-off. Well held at big odds in two runs back from a year off; check the betting. |
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(8) (28/1 +15%)Dapperling |
28/1(+15%) | (8) Dapperling 28/1, Never threatened when beaten 6l in a handicap here last time. Usually held up, effective over 5/6f, but in poor form with slow starts continuing to be an issue. Ran okay over C&D in December but usually slowly away and one to tread carefully with. |
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(9) (40/1 -567%)Neptune Legend |
40/1(-567%) | (9) Neptune Legend 40/1, Scored by a neck off this mark at Wolverhampton in November. Never competitive when missing the break and beaten 9l last time; effective over 5-7f and needs a bounce back down in grade but threat if getting stiff test. Back to his last winning but well beaten over 5f on his last two start; opposable. |

With plenty of early pace on offer this could be run to suit TRUE PROMISE. Fionn McSharry's gelding has been knocking at the door for some time now and he was a little unfortunate at Newcastle a fortnight ago, having been short of room passing the two-furlong marker. A drop in trip shouldn't inconvenience him and this looks a good opportunity. Birkenhead, Street Life and Ay Gee Ell are all capable, but they'll all want to be at the head of affairs.

Popular Dream should get a good pace to run at but the tongue-tie is back on AY GEE ELL (nap) and he can gain his second C&D win.
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