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13:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) 21f - 21 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (11/1 -57%) King Rasko Grey	11 11/1(-57%)	(9) King Rasko Grey 11/1, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; 1/2l third in Tattersalls Ireland Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown most recent run where travelled best; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on heavy and yielding; more to come for top connections with bumper form suggesting quicker ground could suit; major player. Just behind Ballyfad in G1 last time; up in trip and he's Townend's pick; hugely respected.
2	1 2nd (1) (10/1 +17%) Act Of Innocence	10 10/1(+17%)	(1) Act Of Innocence 10/1, Did it cosily, improved up in trip outclassing rivals when winning Don Lockwood Sidney Banks Memorial Novices' Hurdle (Listed) at Huntingdon by 4l last time; that form boosted; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good; looks classy and worth a further step up in grade. Looked good when winning a Huntingdon Listed event last time; one of the key British hopes.
3	22 3rd (22) (50/1 +24%) Zeus Power	50 50/1(+24%)	(22) Zeus Power 50/1, Improved again relishing stiff finish, benefitted from leaders getting racing early when winning a novice hurdle at Navan by 3/4l last time; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft and good; progressive but plenty to find up in class. Improving sort who goes back up in trip after winning his last two; could go well.
4	18 4th (18) (150/1 -275%) Soldier Reeves	150 150/1(-275%)	(18) Soldier Reeves 150/1, Yard won this last year; outpaced, looked in need of further but ran to form 18l third in Rossington Main Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Haydock most recent run; effective 2m, acts on soft; form looks strong, more to come for top yard upped in trip but stable second string on jockey bookings. Looks to have his work cut out on all known form.
5th	8 5th (8) (22/1 -38%) I'll Sort That	22 22/1(-38%)	(8) I'll Sort That 22/1, Travelled, benefitted from easy lead, improved when winning Ballymore Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) at Naas by 2 1/2l last time; enjoys making it; effective at 2-2 1/2m, acts on any; hugely progressive but may struggle to confirm last time out form. 4-4 since back over hurdles; gritty Gr1 win latest; sort who won't go down without a fight.
6th	3 6th (3) (18/1 +28%) Bossman Jack	18 18/1(+28%)	(3) Bossman Jack 18/1, Yard won this last year; outclassed rivals to defy penalty when winning a novice hurdle at Chepstow by 13l last time; effective at 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; promising sort for top yard, should get further, early form franked but this a much tougher test. Won his last two; on the up for last year's winning yard; impossible to rule out.
7th	15 7th (15) (50/1 -150%) Shuttle Diplomacy	50 50/1(-150%)	(15) Shuttle Diplomacy 50/1, Did it cosily and improved up in trip when winning a maiden hurdle at Naas by 4 1/4l last time; effective at 2m, acts with cut; classy in bumpers, slowly getting better over hurdles, penultimate run franked at top level but does have work to do to reverse that form with King Rasco Grey. Good bumper horse who's resurgent in a tongue-tie; won last time; not ruled out.
8th	10 8th (10) (80/1 -142%) Klimt Madrik	80 80/1(-142%)	(10) Klimt Madrik 80/1, Conceded first run but always held, improved when second beaten 1 1/4l in Challow Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1) at Newbury latest; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft; progressing but looks worth step up to staying trips already and unlikely to reverse form with last time out conqueror. 2nd to No Drama This End last time; work to do but he's the sort to outrun his likely odds.
9th	7 9th (7) (33/1 +50%) Hurricane Pat	33 33/1(+50%)	(7) Hurricane Pat 33/1, Tired late having tried to go with classy winner, ran to form when second beaten 18l in Rossington Main Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Haydock latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft, good; progressive but looks vulnerable at this level. Looked good on his first two starts but limitations were exposed last time; up in trip.
16	16 \|F\| (16) (8/1 -60%) Skylight Hustle	8 8/1(-60%)	(16) Skylight Hustle 8/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; fortune winner due to late faller when taking Future Champions Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown by 5l last time; effective 2m, acts on HY; bumper form franked over hurdles, form strong, remain competitive. Probably lucky to win Grade 1 in December but that was still a cracking effort; big player.
14	14 \|F\| (14) (33/1 +18%) Saint Baco	33 33/1(+18%)	(14) Saint Baco 33/1, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; comfortably held in Ballymore Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) at Naas last time where failed to convince with stamina; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/4m, acts with cut; ex French, stable debut form franked, likely capable of better but yard holds stronger claims. Market drifter when disappointing in Grade 1 last time; Paul Townend has jumped ship.
10th	2 10th (2) (11/1 -57%) Ballyfad	11 11/1(-57%)	(2) Ballyfad 11/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; showed willing attitude when second beaten a short-head in Tattersalls Ireland Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest; effective around 2m, acts on heavy and yielding; debut form boosted; looks classy, likely to get this bit further. Just picked off in Leopardstown Grade 1 last month; new trip; very strong claims.
11th	11 11th (11) (40/1 -21%) Laurets D'estruval	40 40/1(-21%)	(11) Laurets D'estruval 40/1, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; improved when easily when winning a maiden hurdle at Thurles by 13l last time; effective around 2m1f, acts on soft and heavy; ex French, with top yard, much more to come and has shaped as if longer trips could suit but this a big ask. Off the mark last time; new trip may unlock more and he's impossible to rule out.
12th	5 12th (5) (80/1 -21%) Fortune Timmy	80 80/1(-21%)	(5) Fortune Timmy 80/1, 2l third in AIS Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) here most recent run where wasn't made enough use of and green under pressure; effective 2m1f-2m4f, acts on good to soft and good; form working out very well, progressive, looks very useful, likely to get 3m in time; place claims if getting stiff test. Third in 2m5f Grade 2 here last time; useful sort but that form still leaves him short.
13th	19 13th (19) (13/2 +54%) Sortudo	6.5 13/2(+54%)	(19) Sortudo 13/2, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; conceded first run when second beaten 2 1/2l in Ballymore Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) at Naas latest; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts with cut; top hurdling prospect, may yet win at top level and could reverse form with I'll Sort That. Runner-up in Grade 1 at Naas two months ago on latest start; likely to run well again.
14th	6 14th (6) (100/1 -25%) Free Spirit	100 100/1(-25%)	(6) Free Spirit 100/1, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; 6l third in Moscow Flyer Novice Hurdle (Grade 2) at Punchestown most recent run where looked in need of stiffer test; should come on for that; effective 2m, acts with cut; French debut form franked in UK, more to come now he's joined top yard possibly over this bit further. 3rd behind Sober on stable debut in January; needs more but still early days.
15th	20 15th (20) (33/1 -32%) Taurus Bay	33 33/1(-32%)	(20) Taurus Bay 33/1, Conceded first run when second beaten a short-head in AIS Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) here latest; previous win boosted; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft and good to soft; form of point win franked, progressing over hurdles, looks useful and worth another go at Graded level. Just denied in Grade 2 here last time but that form still leaves him with a bit to find.
16th	17 16th (17) (17/2 -31%) Sober	8.5 17/2(-31%)	(17) Sober 17/2, Showed good turn of foot when winning Moscow Flyer Novice Hurdle (Grade 2) at Punchestown by 5 1/2l last time outclassing rivals; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on any but probably prefers sound surface; G2 winner on Flat where also landed Queen Alexandra, could be top class hurdler, stays well. Group class on the Flat and he's 2-2 over hurdles; who knows how high he can fly.
17th	13 17th (13) (50/1 +24%) Riskaway	50 50/1(+24%)	(13) Riskaway 50/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; tired late on quick reappearance when fourth beaten 15l in Nathaniel Lacy & Partners Solicitors Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest; effective at 2m4f, acts on sound surface, has run well on heavy; promising sort from top yard but clear stable second string. Running respectably but his form leaves him short of the required standard.
18th	21 18th (21) (150/1 -275%) Walks In June	150 150/1(-275%)	(21) Walks In June 150/1, Got first run, improved on handicap debut when winning a handicap hurdle at Leopardstown by 3l last time; off a short-break; effective at 2-2 1/2m, acts on yielding to soft; progressing over hurdles, may get this bit further but looks out of depth. Won a handicap last time; needs more but that's not inconceivable from this yard.
12	12 \|PU\| (12) (5/2 +44%) No Drama This End	2.5 5/2(+44%)	(12) No Drama This End 5/2, Did it readily, ran to form on relatively quick return when winning Challow Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1) at Newbury by 1 1/4l last time; effective at around 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; looks classy, may get further in time, contender for all spring festivals and sets the UK standard here. Made it 3-3 over hurdles in Grade 1 last time; the leading British hope; huge player.

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Paul Nicholls' tentative comparison to Demnan is a significant clue towards the potential held by NO DRAMA THIS END, who is unbeaten over hurdles and appears to be a rising star. Things didn't go to plan for him in the Champion Bumper here last year but he has flourished greatly since jumping entered the equation. A Grade 2 success over C&D at the November meeting was followed by a striking display at the same level at Sandown. Having then comfortably stepped up to the top tier in the Challow at Newbury, the son of Walk In The Park boasts rock-solid credentials. Ballyfad and King Rasko Grey lead the charge for Ireland and are hard to split based on their second and third-placed finishes in the Tattersalls at the Dublin Racing Festival. Like the Challow, that race has produced several previous winners of this prestigious novices' event and both are serious contenders. Their yards are very strongly represented and the likes of Skylight Hustle, Sober and Sortudo would all be dangerous to underestimate. I'll Sort That comfortably held the latter in a Grade 1 at Naas and he is another must for the shortlist in a high-calibre renewal.

A big field with plenty to consider but BALLYFAD gets the vote ahead of No Drama This End.

13:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:38 Huntingdon (Class 5) 20f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (9/2 -80%) Carlton	4.5 9/2(-80%)	(1) Carlton 9/2, Did it cosily and improved again landing a handicap by a length off a 15lb lower mark at Chelmsford last time; effective 2-3m on sound surface; generally consistent in both codes. Consistent and comes here on back of Flat win at Chelmsford; must enter calculations.
2	12 2nd (12) (4/1 +75%) Saccary	4 4/1(+75%)	(12) Saccary 4/1, Below form when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts with cut; needs more. Poor form shown hurdling for current yard; needs to step forward despite falling mark.
3	10 3rd (10) (40/1 -100%) Different Drum	40 40/1(-100%)	(10) Different Drum 40/1, Ran to form when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle here last time; effective over 2m; type to do better handicapping in time, strong stayer on flat so longer trip could suit. A 2m Flat winner but he's yet to offer much in this sphere; others appeal much more.
4	4 4th (4) (4/1 +20%) Pottersmattyeeehaa	4 4/1(+20%)	(4) Pottersmattyeeehaa 4/1, Ran to form beaten 3l off a 2lb lower mark at Warwick last time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on good to soft and good; running into form this term. Good second at Warwick in January; up another 2lb but he's well in the mix again.
5th	14 5th (14) (12/1 +25%) Lawsky	12 12/1(+25%)	(14) Lawsky 12/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Southwell latest; effective 2m4f on soft; yet to show anything, improvement needed. In excellent hands but he's yet to show any form of note; significantly more is required.
6th	7 6th (7) (40/1 -100%) Le Beau Gosse	40 40/1(-100%)	(7) Le Beau Gosse 40/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Newcastle latest where failed to stay 3m; effective 2m, acts with cut; showed minor promise in France, yet to match that for new yard. Pulled up in 3m handicap at Newcastle in January; not easy to make a case for.
7th	13 7th (13) (10/1 -33%) Huckleberry Sting	10 10/1(-33%)	(13) Huckleberry Sting 10/1, Far too free back from lay off, needed run when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Southwell latest; tongue-tie first time; acts on good to soft; 3m point winner was well fancied for return, could build on that. Keen but showed promise with Southwell seventh latest; not discounted in headgear change.
8th	3 8th (3) (22/1 -193%) Ocean Walz	22 22/1(-193%)	(3) Ocean Walz 22/1, Outpaced but flew home from impossible position, improved beaten 3l off a 2lb lower mark at Ludlow last time; effective at 2m5f, acts on soft and good; good mark on bumper form, could build on latest but drop in trip not ideal. Back on track with Ludlow second 13 days ago; ought to be thereabouts again.
9th	5 9th (5) (13/8 +35%) For Old Times Sake	1.625 13/8(+35%)	(5) For Old Times Sake 13/8, Bit below form on handicap debut, not knocked about once chance was gone when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle here last time; likely to need much further than 2m; mark fair, should progress now handicapping up in trip. Sixth on h'cap debut but could do better now stamina is drawn out; remains a likely player.
10th	6 10th (6) (40/1 -100%) Edna E Mode	40 40/1(-100%)	(6) Edna E Mode 40/1, Outpaced, needed run when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow latest; in good form prior; effective around 2 1/2m, acts on good to soft and good; unexposed but needs to leave reappearance form behind. Off nine months before eighth at Chepstow 18 days ago; she can take a step forward now.
11th	2 11th (2) (28/1 +15%) Hairy Potter	28 28/1(+15%)	(2) Hairy Potter 28/1, Below form up in trip on handicap debut when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow latest; effective 2m5f, acts on soft; needs to leave previous form behind. Failed to build on earlier promise when seventh at Chepstow on his first go in handicaps.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (28/1 -40%) Golly Gosh	28 28/1(-40%)	(8) Golly Gosh 28/1, Never threatened when well beaten in a novice hurdle at Hereford latest; consistent in maidens previously; type to do better handicapping. Yet to make the frame in a trio of runs over hurdles; more needed on handicap debut.
9	9 \|PU\| (9) (125/1 -213%) Global Eclipse	125 125/1(-213%)	(9) Global Eclipse 125/1, Outpaced, never threatened well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Warwick latest; off a long absence; effective 2m, acts on good; fair mark on old form but needs to prove ability remains after lay off. Ended time with Dan Skelton out of sorts; lots more needed for new yard after big absence.
11	11 \|PU\| (11) (200/1 -203%) Dusky Spyglass	200 200/1(-203%)	(11) Dusky Spyglass 200/1, Far too keen, below form up in trip when fourth beaten 121l in a novice hurdle at Stratford latest; trainer in form; returning from long layoff; yet to show much, plenty to find now handicapping. Remote 4th at Stratford nine months ago when last seen; needs to take major step forward.

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CARLTON has run well in defeat off this mark the last twice over hurdles and he was last seen winning on the all-weather at Chelmsford last month. That suggests that he could be successful in a race of this nature now returned to jumping. Pottersmattyeeehaa was second at Warwick last time and looks to be the main threat, ahead of Ocean Walz.

Neil Mulholland's FOR OLD TIMES SAKE has the potential for improvement on his second go in handicap company and he gets the vote.

13:38 Huntingdon (Class 5) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 25f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (11/1 +8%) Kitzbuhel	11 11/1(+8%)	(5) Kitzbuhel 11/1, Yard has won last two runnings of race; unseated in Scilly Isles Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Sandown latest when well fancied; Kauto Star (Grade 1) winner previously though was tiring late over sharp 3m; holds a couple of these on that; enjoys making it; effective 2-3m, acts on any; top class and will go close if stamina holds up but that is a worry. Won Gr1 at Kempton on Boxing Day but jumps right and others might have improved past him.
2	2 2nd (2) (7/2 +30%) Final Demand	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(2) Final Demand 7/2, Winner of three G1s; 12l third in Ladbrokes Novice Chase (Grade 1) at Leopardstown most recent run; effective at around 2 1/2m but likely to stay 3m, suited by cut; form of Grade 1 win over fences weak enough, well regarded but now has bit to prove at top level as has folded twice when in battles. Impressive before DRF defeat and a player on form if he stays; tongue-tie fitted.
3	12 3rd (12) (25/1 +0%) Salver	25 25/1(+0%)	(12) Salver 25/1, Did it cosily, improved back on softer ground when winning Hampton Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Windsor by 4 1/4l last time; held behind Kitzbuhel previously on unsuitable quick ground; off a short-break; effective 2-3m, suited by plenty of cut; unexposed at 3m, worth another go at top level on easier ground; place claims if getting conditions. Dual Grade 2 winner but jumping has tended to be a sticking point; looks up against it.
4	8 4th (8) (18/1 -50%) Oscars Brother	18 18/1(-50%)	(8) Oscars Brother 18/1, Jumped boldly and did it easily improving at stiff track when winning Ten Up Novice Chase (Grade 2) at Navan by 6l last time; defeated Koktail Divin previously; effective 3m, acts on any; progressive over fences, worth this further step up in class. Won 3m Grade 2s on each of his last two starts and is one to consider each-way.
5th	7 5th (7) (80/1 -220%) Now Is The Hour	80 80/1(-220%)	(7) Now Is The Hour 80/1, Needed every yard, improved for testing ground when winning Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park by a head last time; suited by 3m+, acts with cut; very useful handicapper, may remain on good mark, could get marathon trips, looks vulnerable at this level. Somewhat fortunate Thyestes Chase winner last time; needs to improve again.
6th	6 6th (6) (15/2 +17%) Koktail Divin	7.5 15/2(+17%)	(6) Koktail Divin 15/2, Jumped well, went clear with ease, improved down in trip on better ground under positive ride when winning a beginners chase chase at Leopardstown by 21l last time; that form franked in a Grade 3; previous runner up effort boosted; effective 2 1/2-3m; useful hurdler, progressing over fences, highly regarded and could be top class. Wide-margin winner at Leopardstown over Christmas; opts for a Gr1 rather than a handicap.
7th	3 7th (3) (100/1 -52%) Joystick	100 100/1(-52%)	(3) Joystick 100/1, Yard has won last two runnings of race; improved up in trip under positive ride when winning a beginners chase chase at Navan by 2 1/2l last time; that form franked; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts with cut; progressing over fences for top yard but looks out of depth here. Outstayed the runner-up in a 3m chase last time; stiff task upped to Grade 1 level.
8th	1 8th (1) (33/1 +0%) Argento Boy	33 33/1(+0%)	(1) Argento Boy 33/1, Yard has won last two runnings of race; when winning Finlay Ford At Naas Novice Chase (Grade 3) at Naas by 2 1/2l last time; effective 3m, acts on yielding, heavy; progressive over fences, looks thorough stayer, marathon trips may suit; not stable first string but place claims. G3 winner last time in a slow-motion finish; needs to improve and most form on deep ground.
9th	13 9th (13) (40/1 +60%) Thomas Mor	40 40/1(+60%)	(13) Thomas Mor 40/1, Improved up in trip when second beaten 3l in Kauto Star Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Kempton latest; off a short-break; effective 2m5f-3m, acts on GS, G; has had issues but progressive and unexposed over fences. Second in Grade 1 on Boxing Day but not seen since and needs to build on that run.
4	4 \|F\| (4) (6/1 -33%) Kaid D'authie	6 6/1(-33%)	(4) Kaid D'authie 6/1, Yard has won last two runnings of race; improved when winning Ladbrokes Novice Chase (Grade 1) at Leopardstown by 4 1/4l last time easily dispatching stablemate Final Demand; effective at around 2 1/2m, acts with cut; top class, form working out well, closely matched with Kitzbuhel on debut form run, remain competitive at top level and will go close if handling the quicker ground. Impressed with jumping and attitude in Grade 1 at DRF last time; leading player.
14	14 \|F\| (14) (11/1 -38%) Wendigo	11 11/1(-38%)	(14) Wendigo 11/1, Benefitted from drop in class impressing with jumping when winning a novice chase at Ayr by 22l last time; trainer in form; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on soft, good; debut form franked, more to come over fences at 3m+ on stiffer tracks, contender and should get closer to Kitzbuhel at this venue. Looks to be Britain's best hope but may find one or two too good.
10th	15 10th (15) (14/1 +0%) Western Fold	14 14/1(+0%)	(15) Western Fold 14/1, Ran to form just flattening out late on ground softer than ideal when second beaten 4 1/4l in Ladbrokes Novice Chase (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest; should come on for that; Galway Plate winner last summer; effective at 2m4f-3m, best on a sound surface; hugely progressive, will appreciate spring ground; no forlorn stable second string. Progressive last summer and good 2nd to Kaid d'Authie at DRF; enters each-way calculations.
11th	11 11th (11) (125/1 -25%) Rushmount	125 125/1(-25%)	(11) Rushmount 125/1, Improved to get off the mark switched to handicaps when winning a handicap chase at Thurles by 14l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on soft and good; more to come but thrown in deep here. Won again at Thurles in December, in a warm handicap; still a way off Grade 1 standard.
10	10 \|PU\| (10) (9/4 +44%) Romeo Coolio	2.25 9/4(+44%)	(10) Romeo Coolio 9/4, Held on from rallying rival when winning Irish Arkle Novice Chase (Grade 1) at Leopardstown by a neck last time; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by decent ground; top class novice chaser winning 3 times at the top level, leading contender for spring festivals though stamina to prove for quite this far given he had been lined up for strong Arkle which he has swerved. Three Gr1 wins over fences; hiked in trip with a hood added in the hope he will settle.

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In a wide-open renewal of this contest, marginal preference is for ROMEO COOLIO. Gordon Elliott's gelding steps up markedly in trip and that is a concern, but he has won two Grade 1 contests over 2m1f at Leopardstown this season while looking in need of further. His most impressive displays this season have come over 2m4f, including a Drinmore success as well as a 14-length defeat of Koktail Divin at Down Royal in October, and he could prove hard to beat if seeing out the trip. Final Demand had been popular for this race all season prior to his defeat at the Dublin Racing Festival and he has questions to answer right now. With that in mind, Wendigo could prove to be the main threat to the selection, ahead of Western Fold and The Big Westerner.

In a deep field, second choice is Oscars Brother but the narrow verdict goes to KAID D'AUTHIE, who was so impressive last time.

14:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 25f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:18 Huntingdon (Class 5) 19f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (9/2 +44%) Big Boy Barney	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(1) Big Boy Barney 9/2, Still green, mistakes, not given a hard time, ran to form beaten 9l in a handicap hurdle at Wetherby last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; point winner still learning under rules. Yet to score under rules and has shown signs of temperament; big step forward is needed.
2	3 2nd (3) (7/2 +78%) Wings On Wheels	3.5 7/2(+78%)	(3) Wings On Wheels 7/2, Pulled up in a handicap chase here latest; showed promise over hurdles previously; cheekpieces first time; trainer in form; still early days but improvement required. Runner-up in a point but pulled up on his chasing debut over C&D latest; cheekpieces on.
3	5 3rd (5) (13/8 +59%) Cloudy Wednesday	1.625 13/8(+59%)	(5) Cloudy Wednesday 13/8, Ran to form just tiring late back from lay off when second beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap chase here latest; effective 2m5f-3m, suited by sound surface; in form, should come on for latest and well treated off the same mark. C&D winner; good second here ten days ago; can go well with usual cheekpieces back on now.
4	2 4th (2) (9/4 +84%) Synchronist	2.25 9/4(+84%)	(2) Synchronist 9/4, Found ground too soft when fourth beaten 39l in a handicap chase here latest; effective 2m, may get slightly further, acts on good to soft and good; yet to match hurdle form. Remote fourth of six in 2m handicap here 48 days ago; others appeal more.

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CLOUDY WEDNESDAY found one too good when trying to follow up on his Market Rasen win over an extended 2m7f at this venue earlier in the month. The drop in trip should only help this veteran and he makes plenty of appeal as a result. Big Boy Barney is a player based on his third at Ludlow two starts ago, while Synchronist is next best.

Richard Bandey's RAP SOUL (nap) has looked a different model since sent chasing and he can complete a quick hat-trick.

14:18 Huntingdon (Class 5) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 21f - 24 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	10 1st (10) (9/2 +63%) Jingko Blue	4.5 9/2(+63%)	(10) Jingko Blue 9/2, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; back to form when second beaten 5 1/2l in Relkeel Hurdle (Grade 2) here latest; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2-3m; progressive until latest, not fully exposed in handicaps and can bounce back. Second to a fine prospect here on New Year's Day; on his way back and bold show likely.
2	19 2nd (19) (50/1 +0%) Franciscan Rock	50 50/1(+0%)	(19) Franciscan Rock 50/1, Ran to form but outclassed when comfortably held in Galmoy Hurdle (Grade 2) at Gowran Park last time; effective 3m, acts on soft, good; bit below top level but did run well in Grade 1 here last year; place claims if getting stiff test. Bold shows at last two Festivals; not so good this season; a rare run without equipment.
3	3 3rd (3) (5/1 +17%) Storm Heart	5 5/1(+17%)	(3) Storm Heart 5/1, Yard won this last year; improved needing every yard down in trip when winning Red Mills Trial Hurdle (Grade 3) at Gowran Park by 1 1/2l last time; effective at 2-2 1/2m, acts on heavy, soft; progressive; unexposed at 2 1/2m; likely more to come but needs it to defy this mark. Classy; stacks of encouragement for this sort of trip; bright prospects in second handicap.
4	2 4th (2) (40/1 -100%) Ballyadam	40 40/1(-100%)	(2) Ballyadam 40/1, Ran to form 2l third in a maiden at Dundalk most recent run; best at around 2 1/2m over hurdles; generally consistent veteran over hurdles; has placed in last couple of renewals of this off similar marks; should run his race but vulnerable to improver. 11yo; second and third in the last two runnings of this race, which is quite something.
5th	20 5th (20) (33/1 -32%) Beckett Rock	33 33/1(-32%)	(20) Beckett Rock 33/1, Too much to do behind all the way winner but improved on handicap debut when second beaten 5l in a handicap chase at Gowran Park latest; effective 2-2 1/2m; ran well in this last year off 1lb lower but needs more. Sixth in this last year off 1lb higher in his third handicap; 2nd over fences last time.
6th	14 6th (14) (15/2 +6%) Kateira	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(14) Kateira 15/2, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; never travelled, race may have come too soon down the field in a handicap hurdle at Ascot most recent; usually held up; effective 2-3m, suited by sound surface; tricky, but this season looks to have revolved around spring targets; mark has dropped and she's been well backed. Needs a close look, particularly given Dan Skelton's fine record in handicap hurdles here.
7th	23 7th (23) (20/1 +20%) Forty Coats	20 20/1(+20%)	(23) Forty Coats 20/1, Disappointing 2 1/4l third in an auction hurdle at Thurles most recent run turned over at short odds; cheekpieces first time; off a short-break; effective 2m3f-2m5f, acts on any; becoming frustrating but did run well at top level over C&D on this day last year. Maiden; cheekpieces on for leading yard on handicap debut; there are straws to clutch at.
8th	11 8th (11) (9/1 +10%) Iberico Lord	9 9/1(+10%)	(11) Iberico Lord 9/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; back to form when landing Lanzarote Handicap Hurdle by 4 1/2l off a 8lb lower mark at Kempton last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on any; former Betfair Hurdle winner remains well treated on old efforts. Back up 8lb after his 2m5f Lanzarote revival but he is firmly back on the radar.
9th	21 9th (21) (14/1 +13%) Bunting	14 14/1(+13%)	(21) Bunting 14/1, Yard won this last year; made too much use of when down the field in Listed Handicap Hurdle at Leopardstown most recent; in good form prior; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on good to soft; inconsistent, no hurdles win since debut and stamina concerns. Third in the Cesarewitch (second favourite) in October; 4th in a hot 2m4f handicap hurdle.
1	1 \|F\| (1) (6/1 +25%) The Yellow Clay	6 6/1(+25%)	(1) The Yellow Clay 6/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; up in trip, may not have stayed 3m when comfortably held in Christmas Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 2 1/2m; runner up at top level on this day over C&D last year; consistent until latest and has good claimer up. Big runs in Grade 1 novice races, including 2m5f here; cheekpieces for this handicap debut.
24	24 \|F\| (24) (66/1 -32%) Hms Seahorse	66 66/1(-32%)	(24) Hms Seahorse 66/1, Unseated in the Deacy Gilligan Hurdle at Galway latest; effective at around 2 1/2m, wants decent ground; veteran has run well at this meeting before but held in this in 2023 and jumping an issue of late. 2m4f non-handicap win with first-time blinkers (kept since) at Clonmel last June.
10th	9 10th (9) (10/1 -25%) Kopeck De Mee	10 10/1(-25%)	(9) Kopeck De Mee 10/1, Yard won this last year; fell in a beginners chase chase at Navan latest when beaten; very well backed at this meeting last year; given too much to do when runner up at Aintree off 9lb lower than this last spring; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m; lofty reputation, can do better. Big talking horse at 2025 Festival; neck 2nd at Aintree (2m4f; 9lb higher today) in April.
11th	5 11th (5) (40/1 +20%) Buddy One	40 40/1(+20%)	(5) Buddy One 40/1, Found ground too testing when fourth beaten 11l in Red Mills Chase (Grade 2) at Gowran Park latest; effective up to 3m, best on sound surface; struggled over fences for the last year but formerly useful stayer over hurdles; good record at this venue; interesting at a price off much reduced mark. Creditable fifth in last year's Grade 1 Stayers' here but he's not really sparked since.
12th	4 12th (4) (12/1 +40%) Lucky Place	12 12/1(+40%)	(4) Lucky Place 12/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; outpaced, returned to form 7 1/2l third in Relkeel Hurdle (Grade 2) here most recent run; took that contest last year; effective 2 1/2m; classy hurdler, generally consistent, goes well at Cheltenham; placed in this in 2024; of interest for last year's winning trainer/jockey combo. Has proved himself here and it will be no shock if this one is on the premises.
13th	7 13th (7) (50/1 -100%) Colonel Mustard	50 50/1(-100%)	(7) Colonel Mustard 50/1, Didn't stay in testing conditions when fourth beaten 16l in Boyne Hurdle (Grade 2) at Navan latest; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on heavy and good; likeable sort needs drop back in trip. Fifth in this race last year but he's higher in the weights today and is now an 11yo.
14th	12 14th (12) (25/1 -56%) Guard Duty	25 25/1(-56%)	(12) Guard Duty 25/1, Mistakes, travelled, did it comfortably, improved though didn't beat much. when landing a Handicap Hurdle by 2l off a 3lb lower mark at Doncaster last time; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; generally progressive, may be worth another go at 3m but vulnerable in this grade. Competitive in all completed handicaps over this sort of trip; won three but needs better.
15th	15 15th (15) (50/1 -52%) Sony Bill	50 50/1(-52%)	(15) Sony Bill 50/1, Yard won this last year; made too much use of, needed run when well beaten in Listed Handicap Hurdle at Leopardstown latest; effective at 2m with cut; not in best form since move from France but could come on for latest. More is needed but from top yard and he's a dark horse with this big step up in trip.
16th	8 16th (8) (11/1 +31%) Puturhandstogether	11 11/1(+31%)	(8) Puturhandstogether 11/1, Badly hampered by late faller, too much to do comfortably held in Listed Handicap Hurdle at Fairyhouse last time; in good form prior; returning from a break; effective 2m on soft, good; Fred Winter and Irish Cesarewitch winner, in form in both codes but bit more needed. Marked step up in trip is an interesting move; proven big-race performer, including here.
17th	13 17th (13) (33/1 -32%) Chart Topper	33 33/1(-32%)	(13) Chart Topper 33/1, Yard won this last year; fell in a handicap hurdle at Haydock latest when going best in front; probably would've won that day and only 2lb higher; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on soft and good; progressive in handicaps; may ideally want bit further but big chance if getting stiff test. Needs improvement but represents Mullins and far from fully exposed; first-time headgear.
18th	16 18th (16) (50/1 -25%) Give It To Me Oj	50 50/1(-25%)	(16) Give It To Me Oj 50/1, Keen, outpaced, outclassed when comfortably held in Christmas Hurdle (Grade 1) at Kempton last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; course winner; progressive in both codes but stamina to prove up in trip. Unraced beyond 2m1f; plenty to prove in this search for a big career best.
19th	17 19th (17) (80/1 -21%) Rambo T	80 80/1(-21%)	(17) Rambo T 80/1, Never threatened when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Ascot most recent; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; mark now looks stiff. Landed a notable prize in October but failed to show his form in his three starts since.
20th	22 20th (22) (125/1 -150%) Minella Rescue	125 125/1(-150%)	(22) Minella Rescue 125/1, Needed run, unsuited by soft ground when fourth beaten 57l in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster latest; thorough stayer, further the better, unlikely to want shorter than 3m; do better on spring/summer ground but may find things happening too quickly here. No impact on last three outings; latest (11 days ago) was after four months off.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (28/1 -40%) Farren Glory	28 28/1(-40%)	(6) Farren Glory 28/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; 2l third in Red Mills Trial Hurdle (Grade 3) at Gowran Park most recent run; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m-2m5f, acts with cut; generally consistent over hurdles and fences but mark looks about right. More to prove over this trip; makes his handicap debut aged nine, with first headgear.
18	18 \|PU\| (18) (150/1 -355%) Dargiannini	150 150/1(-355%)	(18) Dargiannini 150/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Newbury latest where unsuited by soft ground; returning from a break; effective 2 1/2m, suited by decent ground; handicapper in charge. Won in October and was soft ground an excuse in November, but he's an 11yo.

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STORM HEART was a useful juvenile hurdler a couple of seasons ago and has not had much racing since. The six-year-old accounted for a decent field when winning over 2m in the Red Mills Trial at Gowran last month and that followed an easy success over 2m4f at Limerick over Christmas. With the prospect of more to come back up in trip, it would be no surprise to see him score here. Stablemate Kopeck De Mee failed to fire when well backed in the Martin Pipe 12 months ago, but put that right when a narrow second at Aintree the following month. He is another likely to have improvement left to come. Jingko Blue bumped into a useful rival in Kabral Du Mathan when second in the Relkeel here in January and he could make the frame, while Lucky Place and The Yellow Clay are others with valid each-way claims.

Top stables look set to dominate and STORM HEART (nap) for Willie Mullins makes strong appeal. Puturhandstogether is next best.

14:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:58 Huntingdon (Class 4) 15f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (10/11 +48%) Blues Singer	0.909091 10/11(+48%)	(2) Blues Singer 10/11, Badly hampered early and never competitive when down the field in Dovecote Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Kempton most recent; effective 2m, acts on decent ground; may want bit further in time but big chance down in class. Has been running in better races; major contender on bare figures back down in class.
2	3 2nd (3) (13/2 -86%) Cluain Chormaic	6.5 13/2(-86%)	(3) Cluain Chormaic 13/2, Improved for debut experience 7l third in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown most recent run; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on yielding and good; latest run franked emphatically; drop in trip not ideal but strong form claims on stable debut. Good effort in final Irish start; possibilities provided that form is backed up.
3	1 3rd (1) (7/2 +46%) Ade Boy	3.5 7/2(+46%)	(1) Ade Boy 7/2, Promising debut, ran well for a long way when comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Wetherby last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft; brings plenty of potential to hurdles for new yard, should come on for latest. Irish bumper winner; got tired on soft ground in Wetherby hurdle; still open to progress.
4	9 4th (9) (11/2 +45%) Red Rubio	5.5 11/2(+45%)	(9) Red Rubio 11/2, Outpaced, showed minor promise on debut when fourth beaten 13l in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen latest; off a short-break; point winner may want further in time. Stylish winner of Irish point; made the frame at Market Rasen; remains open to progress.
5th	16 5th (16) (125/1 -213%) Alibey	125 125/1(-213%)	(16) Alibey 125/1, Far too free comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Catterick last time; effective 12f; has some potential for hurdles but stamina to prove. Needs to see her race out better in this second attempt over hurdles.
6th	6 6th (6) (40/1 -21%) Lord Chamberlain	40 40/1(-21%)	(6) Lord Chamberlain 40/1, Too much to do, never put into the race behind front pair 9 1/2l third in a novice hurdle at Ludlow most recent run; effective 2m; can do better when ridden more positively. Ran well at Ludlow last time but needs another step forward to get off the mark.
7th	15 7th (15) (66/1 -65%) Paragon	66 66/1(-65%)	(15) Paragon 66/1, Promising debut but given too much to do when fourth beaten 17l in a maiden hurdle here latest; effective 2m; should improve a little for initial experience but needs to. Maiden on Flat; sneaked into the frame over C&D on the switch to hurdles.
8th	14 8th (14) (20/1 -208%) Kuredu King	20 20/1(-208%)	(14) Kuredu King 20/1, Back to winning ways, looked to be well handicapped when winning a handicap at Yarmouth by 2 1/2l last time; progressive on Flat; threat if fit for hurdle debut. Blinkers worn in his two Flat wins for the Gosdens are removed; otherwise has potential.
9th	13 9th (13) (14/1 +0%) Hengest	14 14/1(+0%)	(13) Hengest 14/1, Yard won this last year; promising debut well beaten in a 3yo race at Dieppe only start on Flat in France; trainer in form; worth a market check on debut. Well bred; midfield in Flat maiden for Andre Fabre; heed the market signals.
10th	11 10th (11) (100/1 0%) Jessie's Giant	100 100/1(0%)	(11) Jessie's Giant 100/1, Never threatened when fourth beaten 37l in a maiden hurdle at Southwell latest; bounce back needed. Inconsistent results; modest fourth last week; far from solid.
11th	5 11th (5) (50/1 -25%) High Point	50 50/1(-25%)	(5) High Point 50/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Fakenham latest where let down by jumping; enjoys making it; off a short-break; useful over middle to staying trips on flat, plenty to prove over hurdles. Achieved nothing on hurdles debut but Flat form suggests he should do better.
12th	7 12th (7) (300/1 -200%) Man Of Riddles	300 300/1(-200%)	(7) Man Of Riddles 300/1, Stopped quickly down the field in a handicap at Wolverhampton most recent; in poor form in both codes; all to do. Sole hurdles attempt resulted in heavy defeat; currently out of form on Flat.
13th	4 13th (4) (12/1 +14%) Eternity Rose	12 12/1(+14%)	(4) Eternity Rose 12/1, Ran to form 12l third in a maiden bumper at Kempton most recent run; usually held up; effective at 2m1f, acts on good; improvement likely. Consistent promise in bumpers; open to progress over hurdles; solid and commands respect.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (200/1 -300%) One For Rian	200 200/1(-300%)	(8) One For Rian 200/1, Needed run down the field in a novice hurdle at Chepstow most recent; yet to deliver on point promise; likely to need further than 2m in time. Has very weak claims on his two hurdles efforts.
10	10 \|PU\| (10) (500/1 -233%) Darlo Lady	500 500/1(-233%)	(10) Darlo Lady 500/1, Forced wide from poor draw well beaten in a handicap at Chelmsford latest; poor Flat maiden; all to do. Poor maiden on Flat; brings no potential.

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BLUES SINGER was out of his depth in a Grade 2 at Kempton a couple of weeks ago but is arguably the one to beat based on his previous third to two decent prospects at Newbury in December. Kuredu King was successful when last seen on the Flat in September and has to be respected on his hurdling bow, while any market support for Cluain Chormaic on his debut for Karen Jewell would have to be noted.

Class-dropper BLUES SINGER gets the percentage call, ahead of solid-looking Eternity Rose, in quite an open maiden hurdle.

14:58 Huntingdon (Class 4) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:20 Cheltenham (Class 2) 29f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (7/1 +13%) Final Orders	7 7/1(+13%)	(3) Final Orders 7/1, Yard won this last year; scored by 4 1/4l off a 9lb lower mark here penultimate start; didn't stay in strongly run race fifth beaten 16l off 147 last time, same mark here; effective around 3m, acts on yielding, good; back in form but stamina to prove if race is well run. C&D winner in December and ran well for a long way on slower-than-ideal ground last time.
2	2 2nd (2) (2/1 +20%) Favori De Champdou	2 2/1(+20%)	(2) Favori De Champdou 2/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; landed a Glenfarclas Cross Country Handicap Chase by 8 1/2l off a 8lb lower mark here last time; Listed winner prior to that in Ireland; effective 3m-3m5f, acts on any; back in form, unexposed in Cross Country races and could still be ahead of mark. Won comfortably over C&D in January and is still unexposed in this discipline; big player.
3	4 3rd (4) (13/2 +7%) Vanillier	6.5 13/2(+7%)	(4) Vanillier 13/2, Yard won this last year; back to best when winning the P.P. Hogan Memorial Cross Country Chase at Punchestown by 1 1/4l last time; placed in this last year; effective 3m-4m2f, acts on soft, good; regular in Cross Country races, will remain competitive throughout spring. Inconsistent nowadays but did very well to finish third in this race a year ago.
4	1 4th (1) (10/3 -21%) Stumptown	3.333333 10/3(-21%)	(1) Stumptown 10/3, Won this last year off 5lb lower; showed willing attitude after bad early error when winning a Listed Velka Pardubicka at Pardubice by 2l last time; excellent course record; stable first string on jockey bookings; big threat. 2-2 over C&D last season (including this race); won Czech marathon on sole start this term.
5th	12 5th (12) (33/1 +18%) Latenightpass	33 33/1(+18%)	(12) Latenightpass 33/1, Mistakes, did not find much down the field in a handicap chase here most recent; effective 3-3 1/2m; may struggle in handicaps off this mark. C&D winner; second in this last year but out of form this season and long in the tooth now.
6th	7 6th (7) (22/1 +21%) Fakir D'oudairies	22 22/1(+21%)	(7) Fakir D'oudairies 22/1, Winner of four G1s; when fourth beaten 11l in the P.P. Hogan Memorial Cross Country Chase at Punchestown latest; effective at around 2 1/2m; wants decent ground; former Grade 1 winner isn't the force of old but unexposed in Cross Country races, Aintree could suit but stamina worries here. Respectable fourth at Punchestown when back under rules last month; much more needed here.
7th	14 7th (14) (50/1 +24%) Famous Bridge	50 50/1(+24%)	(14) Famous Bridge 50/1, Raced lazily down the field in a handicap chase at Haydock most recent; off a short-break; effective 3m+, acts on any but suited by cut; inconsistent. Out of form this season and makes cross-country debut from 11lb out of the handicap.
8th	9 8th (9) (10/1 -122%) Desertmore House	10 10/1(-122%)	(9) Desertmore House 10/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Leopardstown latest; winner over the banks at Punchestown previously; former Kerry National winner; off a short-break; effective 3m+; unexposed in Cross Country events; danger. Untested over C&D but twice ran well on Bank course at Punchestown in 2025; considered.
9th	5 9th (5) (20/1 +0%) Conflated	20 20/1(+0%)	(5) Conflated 20/1, Winner of two G1s; 2l third in the P.P. Hogan Memorial Cross Country Chase at Punchestown most recent run; effective 3m, acts with cut; former Grade 1 winner, on long losing run but unexposed in Cross Country races; work to do to reverse form with re-opposing rivals. Regressive veteran; placed on Bank course at Punchestown last month but others appeal more.
6	6 \|F\| (6) (14/1 +22%) Pied Piper	14 14/1(+22%)	(6) Pied Piper 14/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; fell in Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest when going well but stamina yet to be tested; effective 2 1/2m; has reached level and big stamina concerns. Ran quite well in major handicaps on last two starts; not ruled out on cross-country debut.
10th	13 10th (13) (16/1 -14%) The Goffer	16 16/1(-14%)	(13) The Goffer 16/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; ran to form when second beaten 1 1/4l in the P.P. Hogan Memorial Cross Country Chase at Punchestown latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2 1/2-3 1/2m; generally consistent, tricky to win with. Stayed on for fourth in this race in 2025 but effectively 5lb higher this year.
11th	10 11th (10) (66/1 0%) Horantzau D'airy	66 66/1(0%)	(10) Horantzau D'airy 66/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Warwick latest where bled; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on any; struggling for new yard, formerly useful in Ireland. Very useful in Ireland in 2024 but looks too risky on this stable/cross-country debut.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (40/1 +39%) Velvet Elvis	40 40/1(+39%)	(8) Velvet Elvis 40/1, Pulled up in Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest where beaten early; visor first time; enjoys making it; effective 3m with cut; goes well at Fairyhouse, out of form. Out of form since clear second in last season's Thyestes; cross-country debut.
11	11 \|PU\| (11) (150/1 -20%) Minella Crooner	150 150/1(-20%)	(11) Minella Crooner 150/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Newcastle latest; former Listed winner; best around 3m with plenty of cut; not the force of old and has left Gordon Elliott. Pulled up in this race a year ago and also struggled on recent stable debut.

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Gordon Elliott's enviable record in this race could be enhanced further now that Favori De Champdou has proved he can successfully complete this course. A cosy winner over track and trip last time out, the 11-year-old readily atoned for a fall here in December and looks the pick of his trainer's four entrants. However, last year's winner STUMPTOWN is a Festival veteran that seems to continually rise to the challenge of an idiosyncratic test. Last seen when enhancing his record over cross country fences with a comfortable success in the Velka Pardubice, the Gavin Cromwell-trained gelding tends to go well fresh and can be expected to make a bold bid to retain his crown. Desertmore House and Vanillier are others with strong form in this type of event and are likely to be in the mix once again. Final Orders and Latenightpass were brushed aside by Favori De Champdou here last time out but have feasible each-way chances based on their peak form.

In excellent form during the winter, FAVORI DE CHAMPDOU is taken to overcome an 8lb rise for his impressive C&D success in January.

15:20 Cheltenham (Class 2) 29f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:38 Huntingdon (Class 5) 15f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (7/2 +53%) Best Night	3.5 7/2(+53%)	(3) Best Night 7/2, Poorly placed ridden to see out the trip when fourth beaten 5 1/2l in a handicap hurdle at Taunton latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; running into form. Taunton second came in a weak race against her own sex; needs to find more from somewhere.
2	1 2nd (1) (11/1 +31%) Bongo Man	11 11/1(+31%)	(1) Bongo Man 11/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Plumpton latest where failed to stay 2 1/2m on soft; tongue-tie first time; effective at 2m, acts on good; needs to settle. Expensive to follow; stopped quickly last time and the tongue-tie will need to help.
3	9 3rd (9) (4/1 +67%) Pottersjetamay	4 4/1(+67%)	(9) Pottersjetamay 4/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase here latest where had no obvious excuse; off a short-break; effective at 2m, acts on good to soft, good; inconsistent. Pulled up on last two starts; on a potentially handy mark otherwise back from a break.
4	2 4th (2) (7/2 +30%) Chevington	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(2) Chevington 7/2, Ran to form when second beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap hurdle at Hereford latest; should come on for that; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; mark fair, should be competitive. Returning from a long absence when second on his handicap debut; player off the same mark.
5th	8 5th (8) (6/1 +40%) Bluenose Belle	6 6/1(+40%)	(8) Bluenose Belle 6/1, Poor Flat return down the field in a handicap at Wolverhampton most recent; effective 2m, acts on good; progressive, should come on for latest. Dual winner for Finn Lambert last spring; held on the AW last month; drying weather ideal.
6th	7 6th (7) (14/1 -56%) Regal Cavalier	14 14/1(-56%)	(7) Regal Cavalier 14/1, Returned to form handling the softer ground 14l third in a handicap hurdle at Ludlow most recent run; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; French flat winner may do better in handicaps when getting better ground. Pulled hard all runs; should have improvement in him, dropped 2lb, if more amenable.
7th	5 7th (5) (11/1 +8%) Jafimgoso	11 11/1(+8%)	(5) Jafimgoso 11/1, Perhaps not suited by the ground down the field in a handicap hurdle at Warwick most recent; returning from long layoff; effective 2m, acts on good; needs to prove ability remains following long lay off. Off for over a year since an underwhelming handicap debut; would want to see some support.
8th	6 8th (6) (16/1 +27%) Farhh Echo	16 16/1(+27%)	(6) Farhh Echo 16/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham latest where found ground too soft; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts on good; inconsistent in short career. Struggled in handicaps; yard been quiet; not obviously fancied back from four months off.
11	11 \|U\| (11) (8/1 +11%) Fond Farewell	8 8/1(+11%)	(11) Fond Farewell 8/1, Not find much after bad error well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Carlisle latest; hood first time; off a long absence; usually held up; effective 2m; needs more now handicapping. Yard does well here; well worth a look in the market back from a lengthy absence.

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DOTTIES STAR appeals after a near miss when second over C&D 10 days ago. Running off the same mark, it would be no surprise to see the seven-year-old ridden handier with his bid to go one better this time. Chevington and Bluenose Belle have also shown enough to make the shortlist in this company, although Risk It All found only an odds-on favourite too good at Fakenham most recently and he could be a bigger danger with a step forward on that performance.

Dotties Star is second choice behind CHEVINGTON, who'll appreciate the better ground having run well on his handicap debut.

15:38 Huntingdon (Class 5) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 15f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (5/2 +50%) Il Etait Temps	2.5 5/2(+50%)	(4) Il Etait Temps 5/2, Winner of six G1s; yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; fell in Clarence House Chase (Grade 1) at Ascot latest when beaten; in career best form prior to that; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; top class though can be a touch quirky at times, big threat but Cheltenham record a concern. Faller last time and 0-3 at the Cheltenham Festival; otherwise a huge player on ratings.
2	7 2nd (7) (50/1 +38%) Libberty Hunter	50 50/1(+38%)	(7) Libberty Hunter 50/1, Returned to form ridden to pick up the pieces jumping much better 7 1/4l third in Game Spirit Chase (Grade 2) at Newbury most recent run; effective 2m, acts on heavy, good to soft; running well when coming down in this last year; likely to be ridden to pick up the pieces and could gain a place. In touch when falling in this race last year but needs to take his form to a new level.
3	6 3rd (6) (5/1 -25%) L'eau Du Sud	5 5/1(-25%)	(6) L'eau Du Sud 5/1, Ran to form 18l third in Tingle Creek Chase (Grade 1) at Sandown most recent run; plenty to find with Il Etait Temps on that; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on any but suited by cut; classy chaser has won over C&D in Shloer, looks to have reached level, bit to find with Majborough on Arkle meeting. Progressive in the main; easy winner of this season's Shloer over C&D; favourably fresh.
4	2 4th (2) (50/1 +0%) Captain Guinness	50 50/1(+0%)	(2) Captain Guinness 50/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; 9 1/4l third in William Hill Bet Builder Chase (Grade 3) at Naas most recent run where found little up the hill; effective 2m, acts with cut; former winner of this, has had issues, not the force of old, erratic nowadays and finishing weakly. Seems on the wane and looks far from sure to sustain his good record (213) in this race.
5th	9 5th (9) (14/1 -87%) Quilixios	14 14/1(-87%)	(9) Quilixios 14/1, Winner of two G1s; yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; fell in this last year when last seen when only threat to winner and booked for second at least; former Triumph (Grade 1) winner here; returning from long layoff; effective 2m, probably wants sound surface ideally; player despite absence. Running better than ever when final-fence faller in this race last year; absent since.
6th	5 6th (5) (16/1 -14%) Irish Panther	16 16/1(-14%)	(5) Irish Panther 16/1, Travelled, jumped boldly, caught late by strong stayer having looked winner, improved when second beaten 1/2l in Racing Post Novice Chase (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; progressing, looks classy chasing recruit but novice has it all to prove in open company. Ran very well in Grade 1 novice chase at Leopardstown last time; open to further progress.
7th	8 7th (8) (5/6 +0%) Majborough	0.833333 5/6(+0%)	(8) Majborough 5/6, Winner of four G1s; jumping improved under aggressive ride in first time cheekpieces when winning Dublin Chase (Grade 1) at Leopardstown by 19l last time; effective 2m, acts on any but suited by cut; top class, worthy favourite on the figures; tough to beat if jumping holds up but it did cost him in last year's Arkle. Would have won last year's Arkle but for errors; impressive in the Dublin Chase; top rated.
8th	1 8th (1) (150/1 -50%) Brookie	150 150/1(-50%)	(1) Brookie 150/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Ascot latest where unsuited by rain softened ground; returning from a break; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; consistent until latest; ran well in Grade 1 novice last year but handicapper is out of depth here. Placed in C&D handicap in the autumn; has the worst chance on ratings in this field.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (20/1 +50%) Found A Fifty	20 20/1(+50%)	(3) Found A Fifty 20/1, Winner of two G1s as a novice; when fourth beaten 18l in Webster Cup Chase (Grade 2) at Navan latest; effective 2-2 1/2m; consistent until latest, probably vulnerable at top level, has had some hard races this term. Weakened into last of five finishers in this contest last season; others preferred.
10	10 \|PU\| (10) (50/1 +0%) Saint Segal	50 50/1(+0%)	(10) Saint Segal 50/1, Bit free in front but ran to form when second beaten 6 1/2l in Game Spirit Chase (Grade 2) at Newbury latest; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft, good to firm; hugely progressive, form franked but likely to struggle up in class. Has become very consistent but faces a stiffer assignment upped further in class.

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MAJBOROUGH hasn't always been the most pleasing on the eye over fences, most notably when throwing away the Arkle 12 months ago courtesy of late errors, but the application of cheekpieces turned him inside out with a devastating performance at the Dublin Racing Festival. He thumped Marine Nationale by 19 lengths and a repeat of that display would make it a difficult task for the opposition. L'eau Du Sud arrives here fresh after disappointing in the Tingle Creek behind Il Etait Temps, but Dan Skelton's grey was hugely impressive in the Shloer over C&D in November and that might help him reverse form with Il Etait Temps, who comes into this with a few points to prove. The eight-year-old had been ante-post favourite until falling in the Clarence House when never looking particularly happy and his Cheltenham form also raises some questions. Irish Panther lacks experience over fences, with this only his third start, but he made Romeo Coolio pull out all the stops at Leopardstown and is very interesting.

Majborough is the one to beat provided errors don't resurface. L'EAU DU SUD is solid and Irish Panther is interesting.

16:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:18 Huntingdon (Class 5) 19f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (5/1 +69%) No No Fizz	5 5/1(+69%)	(1) No No Fizz 5/1, May have found ground too soft on flat return well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Wincanton latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft, good; generally consistent, mark probably about right. Beat one back in Wincanton handicap in December; she has plenty to prove after a break.
2	5 2nd (5) (11/1 -38%) Innisfree Pearl	11 11/1(-38%)	(5) Innisfree Pearl 11/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Southwell latest; off a short-break; effective 12-14f on soft; good mark on novice and Flat form; major player on handicap debut. Creditable fourth on Flat latest; could improve back hurdling for h'cap debut now.
3	2 3rd (2) (14/1 -300%) Laffer Curve	14 14/1(-300%)	(2) Laffer Curve 14/1, Far too free, stopped quickly 24l third in a novice hurdle at Sedgefield most recent run; effective 2 1/2m, acts on sot; more to come for top yard now handicapping. Well-held third at Sedgefield latest but may still do better for top yard now h'capping.
4	6 4th (6) (7/2 -27%) Ever Ready	3.5 7/2(-27%)	(6) Ever Ready 7/2, Ran to form just out-battled late up in trip beaten 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Southwell last time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft; still unexposed in handicaps. Big step forward when second at Southwell three weeks ago; up 3lb but weighted to go close.
5th	3 5th (3) (9/4 +36%) Callin Baton Rouge	2.25 9/4(+36%)	(3) Callin Baton Rouge 9/4, Travelled, ran to form, out-battled late in strongly run race beaten 2l off a 1lb lower mark at Doncaster last time; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on any; back below last winning mark, generally consistent. Good second at Doncaster in December; can make her presence felt after a break.
6th	8 6th (8) (28/1 -40%) Mc'flo	28 28/1(-40%)	(8) Mc'flo 28/1, Pulled up in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen lates where too green; yet to show anything; likely to need more time. Yet to show any form of note, pulled up in 2m4f Market Rasen novice last month.
7th	4 7th (4) (9/1 -29%) Rosa Diaz	9 9/1(-29%)	(4) Rosa Diaz 9/1, Outpaced and never threatened comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Carlisle last time; effective 2m5f; may improve for 3m in time but fair mark on debut form. Encouraging fifth at Ludlow but has twice failed to build on it; cheekpieces go on now.
8th	7 8th (7) (4/1 +47%) Jessie Jump Jet	4 4/1(+47%)	(7) Jessie Jump Jet 4/1, Returned to form back from break proving stamina 8l third in a handicap hurdle at Hereford most recent run; off a short-break; effective at 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft and good; could come on for latest. Off ten months before promising Hereford third for her new yard; player off same mark.

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EVER READY posted her best effort yet over hurdles when she filled the runner-up berth at Southwell last month. That was her first try over this sort of distance and there could be more to come now she has proven that a stiffer test of stamina suits. Callin Baton Rouge has winning form over 2m4f and is another key player back over this trip. Innisfree Pearl is unexposed in this discipline and is another to keep a close eye on in the betting for her handicap debut over timber.

Preference is for JESSIE JUMP JET who shaped well on her debut for Sam Drinkwater when third at Hereford and can gain a maiden win here

16:18 Huntingdon (Class 5) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 15f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	13 1st (13) (66/1 -65%) Martator	66 66/1(-65%)	(13) Martator 66/1, Unseated in a handicap chase at Sandown latest when going well; blinkers first time; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on any but suited by good; back on workable mark but inconsistent of late and losing run marking up. On a competitive mark but he was soundly beaten on all four visits here.
2	8 2nd (8) (8/1 +11%) Jazzy Matty	8 8/1(+11%)	(8) Jazzy Matty 8/1, Won this last year off 8lb lower; never threatened comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Thurles last time; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m; better over fences and this looks to have been a plan but must bounce back following wind op. Below par this season but wind op since last time and he's 2-2 at the Cheltenham Festival.
3	17 3rd (17) (20/1 +20%) Break My Soul	20 20/1(+20%)	(17) Break My Soul 20/1, Returned to form back down in class when second beaten 12l in a novice chase at Punchestown latest; effective 2m, acts on any; thriving since move to this yard, may do better now handicapping on quicker ground. Hasn't kicked on following chase debut win but there could be some mileage in her mark.
4	20 4th (20) (10/1 +17%) Release The Beast	10 10/1(+17%)	(20) Release The Beast 10/1, Improved again back down in trip beaten 2 1/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Leopardstown last time; hood first time; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts with cut; progressive, still on fair mark. Improved form when runner-up on both starts this season and could have even more to offer.
5th	19 5th (19) (33/1 -106%) Jasko Des Dames	33 33/1(-106%)	(19) Jasko Des Dames 33/1, Needed run, may have found ground too soft when down the field in Barberstown Castle Handicap Chase (Listed) at Leopardstown most recent; in good form prior; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; should come on for latest run. 7l fifth in this last March; 5lb higher this time around but not discounted each-way.
6th	14 6th (14) (10/1 +0%) Ballysax Hank	10 10/1(+0%)	(14) Ballysax Hank 10/1, Comfortably held in Barberstown Castle Handicap Chase (Listed) at Leopardstown last time where flattened out on ground softer than ideal; Summer Plate winner last year; effective at around 2 1/2m, doesn't get 3m, decent ground suits; progressive, more to come on better ground but will need stiff test at the trip. 5l win in 2m5f Summer Plate last July; stiff track and strong pace will help at this trip.
7th	9 7th (9) (15/2 +0%) Vanderpoel	7.5 15/2(+0%)	(9) Vanderpoel 15/2, Travelled, well treated up 8lb, improved landing a handicap by 4 1/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Sandown last time; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on decent ground; progressive since going chasing like most from yard; bold jumper likely still has more to offer. Winter wins came in small fields but this lightly raced 7yo did it convincingly both times.
8th	6 8th (6) (50/1 -52%) Boothill	50 50/1(-52%)	(6) Boothill 50/1, 24l third in Desert Orchid Handicap Chase (Grade 2) at Kempton most recent run where poorly placed to challenge; off a short-break; suited by 2m, acts on soft and good, probably not heavy; has had jumping issues, not quite the force of old. Well handicapped on November 2024 C&D form but this 11yo hasn't shone this season.
9th	7 9th (7) (20/1 -43%) Addragoole	20 20/1(-43%)	(7) Addragoole 20/1, Scored by 2 1/4l off a 13lb lower mark at Leopardstown penultimate start; ran to form, possibly hit front a bit too soon third beaten 7 1/4l off 142 last time, 3lb higher here; effective 2m, best form with cut but acts on good; progressing over fences. Won big-field h'cap at Leopardstown in December; soft ground may not have been ideal since.
5	5 \|F\| (5) (6/1 +25%) Inthepocket	6 6/1(+25%)	(5) Inthepocket 6/1, Bit too free and finished tamely again but ran to form beaten 9 1/2l in Barberstown Castle Handicap Chase (Listed) at Leopardstown last time; effective 2m; Grade 1 winner over hurdles, useful chaser but has had issues, finishing efforts a concern. Fifth of 14 at Leopardstown last month and he's capable of building on that.
10	10 \|F\| (10) (25/1 -56%) Western Diego	25 25/1(-56%)	(10) Western Diego 25/1, Scored by 4l off a 11lb lower mark at Fairyhouse penultimate start; bit below form off revised mark fourth beaten 8l off 138 last time, 3lb higher here; effective 2m, acts on soft; progressing this term but needs more again. Grade 3 novice win at Fairyhouse in January and could be suited by this big-field scenario.
11	11 \|F\| (11) (80/1 -100%) The Other Mozzie	80 80/1(-100%)	(11) The Other Mozzie 80/1, Below form up in class when down the field in Dan & Joan Moore Memorial Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Fairyhouse most recent; off a short-break; effective around 2m, suited by sound surface; remains above last winning mark. Of interest on his win at Ayr last April but hard to fancy on winter evidence; yard debut.
10th	12 10th (12) (80/1 -220%) Special Cadeau	80 80/1(-220%)	(12) Special Cadeau 80/1, Unsuited by rain softened ground comfortably held in Listed Handicap Chase at Fairyhouse last time; returning from a break; effective 2m on good; generally consistent but doesn't look stable first string on jockey bookings. Goes well fresh and he's in with an each-way shout on his form in the autumn.
11th	2 11th (2) (28/1 -75%) Calico	28 28/1(-75%)	(2) Calico 28/1, Landed the Hurst Park Handicap Chase by 2 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Ascot penultimate start; found ground too testing last time; conditions will suit; effective 2m; consistent and boasts excellent course record but mark may now be high enough. 10yo who has been better than ever this season (2-2 in handicaps); entitled to respect.
12th	4 12th (4) (10/3 +39%) Be Aware	3.333333 10/3(+39%)	(4) Be Aware 10/3, Landed a handicap by 4l off a 11lb lower mark at Stratford in October; highly tried and has performed with credit since; got racing too early last time; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by decent ground; progressive over fences, bit below top level but opening mark looks generous; big player for yard which won this a couple of years ago. Running well in defeat in Graded races and has the potential to be better than this mark.
13th	18 13th (18) (12/1 +52%) Relieved Of Duties	12 12/1(+52%)	(18) Relieved Of Duties 12/1, Likely found ground too testing when fourth beaten 19l in a novice chase at Punchestown latest; top jockey back on board; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; well treated on previous run here; interesting now handicapping on better ground. Very good start to chasing career in October; could bounce back now back on better ground.
14th	1 14th (1) (33/1 -106%) Touch Me Not	33 33/1(-106%)	(1) Touch Me Not 33/1, Ran to form when second beaten 5l in William Hill Bet Builder Chase (Grade 3) at Naas latest; effective 2m, suited by cut; in form, consistent in Graded contests; bit more needed to defy top weight. Conceding weight all round when runner-up in Grade 3 last time; not ruled out each-way.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (10/1 +38%) Rubaud	10 10/1(+38%)	(3) Rubaud 10/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; big effort on ground more testing than ideal when second beaten 1 1/4l in Kingwell Hurdle (Grade 2) at Wincanton latest; enjoys making it; effective at 2m on sound surface; not up to top level but consistent below that; very well treated on hurdle form but probably better in that sphere. Grade 2 novice chase winner last season; Grade 2 h'dle win this term but may be vulnerable.
16	16 \|PU\| (16) (16/1 0%) Jour D'evasion	16 16/1(0%)	(16) Jour D'evasion 16/1, Improved again, benefitting from leaders getting racing early landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Warwick last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on heavy, good to soft; hugely progressive and not ruled out despite step up in class. 3-4 over fences but today is a much tougher test of his credentials.
15	15 \|PU\| (15) (20/1 -25%) Personal Ambition	20 20/1(-25%)	(15) Personal Ambition 20/1, Went clear comfortably and returned to form down in class and trip in first time blinkers when winning a novice chase at Newbury by 17l last time; effective 2-2 1/4m, acts on soft and good to soft; needs to back up latest in a handicap. Can make mistakes but has plenty of ability; could make bold bid if minimising the errors.

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If BE AWARE can build on some encouraging efforts in novice chase company, notably his second to Lulamba in the Henry VIII at Sandown in December, then Dan Skelton's charge must have a great chance returning to handicap duty. Inthepocket won a Grade 1 over hurdles at Aintree a few years ago and has been lightly raced since. He is another to take seriously for a top yard, while Ben Pauling also boasts a strong hand courtesy of the hat-trick seeking Vanderpoel and easy Newbury winner Personal Ambition. If they go too quick then it wouldn't be a huge surprise if Ballysax Hank ran on through beaten horses for a place.

Last year's winner Jazzy Matty has to be feared but RELIEVED OF DUTIES is the selection now that he is back on better ground.

16:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:55 Huntingdon (Class 5) 23f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (7/4 -7%) Jukebox D'eddy	1.75 7/4(-7%)	(4) Jukebox D'eddy 7/4, Scored by 8 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark at Taunton penultimate start; bit below form up in class third beaten 18l off 89 last time, that form franked emphatically, 1lb lower here; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on any; in good form now he's had his head in front. Won first two once a visor went on; soft ground & rise in grade excuses latest; big player.
2	1 2nd (1) (17/2 -13%) Hall Lane	8.5 17/2(-13%)	(1) Hall Lane 17/2, Needed run comfortably held in a handicap chase at Leicester last time; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m on a sound surface; should come on for latest. Big defeat on first go for this yard when back from an absence last time; career-low mark.
3	2 3rd (2) (5/2 +29%) Mixedwave	2.5 5/2(+29%)	(2) Mixedwave 5/2, Returned to form when second beaten 11l in a handicap chase at Southwell latest; effective 3m, acts on soft, good; on last winning mark, excellent course record, should build on latest. Back down to his last winning mark when bumping into an improver latest; contender.
4	6 4th (6) (10/1 +17%) Constant Friday	10 10/1(+17%)	(6) Constant Friday 10/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Wincanton latest; effective 2m2f-2m4f, acts on soft, good; form in and out; still a maiden over fences. Second in December offered renewed hope but he's not built on it and has a stamina query.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (9/2 +10%) Getaway Glory	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(3) Getaway Glory 9/2, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Sedgefield latest; blinkers first time; effective 3m, acts on good; generally consistent over fences before lay off but struggling since. Won chase debut over C&D in 2024; poor since coming back from an absence; blinkers go on.
5	5 \|PU\| (5) (13/2 -18%) Dublin To Milan	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(5) Dublin To Milan 13/2, Pulled up in a handicap chase here latest where unsuited by heavy ground; cheekpieces first time; effective 2 3/4m, acts on good; fair mark on spring hurdle form; should come on for latest but needs to. Inconsistent; poor chase debut last time; cheekpieces and better ground may well help.

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Soft ground blighted JUKEBOX D'EDDY during his hat-trick bid at Doncaster and he can bounce back with the forecast conditions more up his street. Having improved with a visor applied of late, Tom Gretton's seven-year-old is well worth another chance. Mixedwave is back on a winning mark and must be taken seriously following a respectable second at Southwell. As Constant Friday is 2lb wrong and with both Dublin To Milan and Getaway Glory failing to complete last time, Hall Lane is the pick of the rest.

Mixedwave (second choice) is one of just two solid options but the vote goes to JUKEBOX D'EDDY, who can regain the winning thread.

16:55 Huntingdon (Class 5) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 10f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (5/2 +67%) Teggy Lasso	2.5 5/2(+67%)	(4) Teggy Lasso 5/2, Ran to form beaten 2l off this mark at Southwell last time; effective at 8f on AW; needs improvement upped in trip. Took a step forward when fourth at Southwell over 1m on his handicap debut; up in trip.
7	7 (7) (4/1 -45%) Staffordshire	4 4/1(-45%)	(7) Staffordshire 4/1, Travelled, big return to form back down in trip landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark here last time; effective 10f on AW; new mark asks more. Had the hood removed when winning over C&D last time and the second has won since; up 6lb.
2	2 (2) (4/1 -100%) Wave Rock	4 4/1(-100%)	(2) Wave Rock 4/1, Improved to get off the mark when landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 9/10f on AW; more to come off revised mark. Got off the mark at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 22 days ago; respected off this 4lb higher mark.
8	8 (8) (5/1 +17%) Maple	5 5/1(+17%)	(8) Maple 5/1, Ran to form back on the Flat beaten 1 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective at 10f on AW; more to come. Sole win came over hurdles but he ran well when runner-up over C&D 46 days ago; e-w claims.
5	5 (5) (7/1 -27%) Star Cast	7 7/1(-27%)	(5) Star Cast 7/1, Never in it from off the pace when seventh beaten 6 1/4l off 59 last time, 1lb lower here; effective at 8-10f, acts on heavy, soft and AW; bounce back needed. Opened her account over C&D in January; well held here last time but may bounce back.
1	1 (1) (14/1 +30%) Kameel	14 14/1(+30%)	(1) Kameel 14/1, Step back in right direction when beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; effective 7-9f, best form on AW; inconsistent of late. Beat only one rival at Wolverhampton last time and he now steps up in trip.
3	3 (3) (18/1 -80%) Brunello Breeze	18 18/1(-80%)	(3) Brunello Breeze 18/1, Did well after blowing start when beaten 3 1/2l off this mark here last time; usually held up; effective 10-12f, acts on a sound surface; bounce back needed but capable if getting away on terms. Three-time course winner but the latest was over two years ago; can be slowly away.
6	6 (6) (25/1 +24%) Lieutenant Lily	25 25/1(+24%)	(6) Lieutenant Lily 25/1, Bit keen and again failed to beat a rival down the field in a handicap here most recent; effective 10/11f; out of form since going handicapping. Struggled since switching to handicaps and failed to beat a rival on her stable debut.
9	9 (9) (40/1 -21%) The Pug	40 40/1(-21%)	(9) The Pug 40/1, Didn't stay when well beaten in a classified race at Wolverhampton latest; effective 10-11f on sound surface; inconsistent but drop in trip helpful. Three-time AW winner but unplaced in all six starts for this stable; others preferred.

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The unexposed WAVE ROCK got off the mark in a similar event at Wolverhampton a few weeks ago and a 4lb rise for that success may not be enough to stop him from following up here. Staffordshire scored over C&D when last seen and is likely to be the main threat, despite a 6lb rise, while Maple also makes the shortlist.

C&D winner Staffordshire is second choice behind TEGGY LASSO (nap) who stepped forward at Southwell on his handicap debut.

17:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:05 Southwell (Class 6) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (10/3 +52%) Rambuso Creek	3.333333 10/3(+52%)	(4) Rambuso Creek 10/3, Should have finished closer when beaten 2 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 5-7f, acts on any; keeps easing in weights and can go well if building on latest. Yet to win on AW but latest Wolverhampton run can be upgraded; one to consider.
1	1 (1) (4/1 +11%) Tam Lin	4 4/1(+11%)	(1) Tam Lin 4/1, Bit wide but ran to form beaten a length off this mark at Lingfield last time; effective 7/8f, acts on AW, likes give; threat if building on recent efforts. Third at Lingfield (7f) on last two starts; should give his running once again.
8	8 (8) (5/1 +50%) Brother Dave	5 5/1(+50%)	(8) Brother Dave 5/1, Too much to do when fourth beaten 5l in a handicap at Newcastle latest; suited by 7f, best on AW; competitive mark still and return to this C&D should suit. All three wins have come over C&D; return to this track a plus; holds each-way claims.
2	2 (2) (11/2 +15%) Charlatan	5.5 11/2(+15%)	(2) Charlatan 11/2, Bit below form when fifth beaten 6l off 55 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 7-10f, acts good to firm and AW; capable off this mark. Five-time AW winner; good second on penultimate start; sound claims if back to that level.
9	9 (9) (17/2 -21%) Mickey Mongoose	8.5 17/2(-21%)	(9) Mickey Mongoose 17/2, Ran to best, hit line well when winning a classified race here by 1 1/4l last time; effective 7/8f, acts on sound surface; more needed off this mark back in a handicap. C&D win last month does not appeal as strong form; more on his plate today.
3	3 (3) (10/1 -67%) River Wharfe	10 10/1(-67%)	(3) River Wharfe 10/1, Should have finished closer, not best of runs when beaten 3 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 7-9f, acts on any; below last winning mark, can bounce back. On a dangerous mark and easy to strike a line through latest run; one of the likelier ones.
7	7 (7) (11/1 -120%) Von Krolock	11 11/1(-120%)	(7) Von Krolock 11/1, Ran to form back in a handicap beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 6/7f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; can go well again. Two 7f wins this winter and latest 3rd was up there with his best recent form; e-w claims.
6	6 (6) (14/1 -133%) Aim For The Bull	14 14/1(-133%)	(6) Aim For The Bull 14/1, Ran to form, finally off the mark when winning a classified race here by 1/2l last time; trainer in form; effective 7/8f, acts on any; could kick on a bit now got head in front. Beat two next-time-out winners in C&D classified event last month; this is tougher though.
5	5 (5) (25/1 -150%) Port Louis	25 25/1(-150%)	(5) Port Louis 25/1, Step back in right direction on British debut when beaten 3 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark at Lingfield last time; effective 7/8f, acts on sound surface; form tailed off in Ireland but fair start on debut for this yard. Ran respectably on recent stable debut at Lingfield (7f); dangerous mark on turf best.

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TAM LIN has been running well in defeat at Lingfield and might be worth another chance under a 5lb claimer. He's performed well at this track before and the trip is fine too as his last win came over 7f at Chelmsford. Charlatan isn't without an each-way squeak but a bigger danger is Von Krolock after win and placed efforts at Wolverhampton.

River Wharfe and RAMBUSO CREEK both met trouble at Wolverhampton last month and may be seen to better effect today.

17:05 Southwell (Class 6) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) 16f - 21 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
9	9 (9) (4/1 -14%) Love Sign D'aunou	4 4/1(-14%)	(9) Love Sign D'aunou 4/1, Yard has won last two runnings of race; looked potentially top class when winning a bumper at Naas by 24l last time; effective 2m2f, acts on heavy; point win franked under rules, more to come for top connections; likely type. Has a strikingly similar profile to the stable's 2024 winner Jasmin De Vaux; big shout.
8	8 (8) (4/1 +50%) Keep Him Company	4 4/1(+50%)	(8) Keep Him Company 4/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; improved when winning a bumper at Leopardstown by 4 1/2l last time; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; progressive, more to come, stiffer track should suit, latest form boosted in Grade 2. Posted a smart Topspeed figure (best in this race) when impressing at Leopardstown.
21	21 (21) (5/1 +44%) Quiryn	5 5/1(+44%)	(21) Quiryn 5/1, Yard has won last two runnings of race; quickened clear readily, very promising debut 9l winner in a 4yo bumper at Naas on debut; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft; more to come for top yard, jockey booking suggests big run expected. Won easily at Naas but only Cue Card has won as a 4yo since 1995.
13	13 (13) (15/2 +25%) The Mourne Rambler	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(13) The Mourne Rambler 15/2, Very promising debut when winning a 4yo bumper at Leopardstown by 3 1/4l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on yielding; debut form franked, more to come, stiff track should suit. Well related and won a traditionally strong bumper at Leopardstown; top Flat rider booked.
1	1 (1) (8/1 +33%) Bass Hunter	8 8/1(+33%)	(1) Bass Hunter 8/1, Far too keen and kicked on too soon when winning King Edward VII Ascot Membership NH Flat Race (Listed) at Ascot by a length last time hanging on at the finish; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; Irish point winner, form franked, worth further step up in class but run style may not suit this test. Impressive in making all for both his bumper wins; trainer rates him very highly.
22	22 (22) (14/1 +0%) Mets Ta Ceinture	14 14/1(+0%)	(22) Mets Ta Ceinture 14/1, Improved when winning a Grade 2 bumper at Lyon Parilly by 8l last time; acts on good to soft and heavy; progressive in France where form franked; well treated getting weight from rivals on stable debut; may contend. Quality bumper form in France; bought for 710,000euros; 4yo filly with all the allowances.
12	12 (12) (14/1 -100%) The Irish Avatar	14 14/1(-100%)	(12) The Irish Avatar 14/1, Yard has won last two runnings of race; went clear with ease when winning a bumper at Navan by 9l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft; pointer has joined top yard, debut form franked emphatically, much more to come under rules, top jockey booked here. Won by 9l at Navan where Patrick Mullins barely pressed the accelerator pedal.
3	3 (3) (16/1 +0%) Broadway Ted	16 16/1(+0%)	(3) Broadway Ted 16/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; improved from debut when winning C & G I.N.H. Flat Race (Grade 2) at Leopardstown by a short-head last time doing well to get up; effective 2m, acts on heavy; top jockey has some experience on him; progressive, worth a go at top level in bumpers. Beat some of these in an often-influential Grade 2 at Leopardstown last month.
7	7 (7) (16/1 +20%) It's Only A Game	16 16/1(+20%)	(7) It's Only A Game 16/1, Poorly placed to challenge when fourth beaten 4l in C & G I.N.H. Flat Race (Grade 2) at Leopardstown latest; effective at 2m, acts on heavy and yielding; form franked, further improvement likely but bit to find with re-opposing rivals. Behind three of these in a Grade 2 but did get warm beforehand and wasn't ideally placed.
2	2 (2) (22/1 +33%) Boycetown	22 22/1(+33%)	(2) Boycetown 22/1, Did it easily and improved from debut under positive ride when winning a bumper at Down Royal by 18l last time; tongue-tie first time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts with cut; much more to come for top yard, more needed. Easy winner last time but no match for It's Only A Game the run before.
20	20 (20) (28/1 -100%) Our Trigger	28 28/1(-100%)	(20) Our Trigger 28/1, Yard has won last two runnings of race; very promising debut 6l winner in a 4yo bumper at Gowran Park on debut; effective 2m, acts on heavy; debut form looks modest but likely more to come for top yard. Not wildly impressive at Gowran but he's clearly open to any amount of improvement.
17	17 (17) (33/1 -32%) Wilde's Legacy	33 33/1(-32%)	(17) Wilde's Legacy 33/1, Went clear with ease, improved to defy penalty when winning a bumper at Huntingdon by 3 1/2l last time; trainer in form; effective 2m, acts on AW and soft; progressive, worth step up in class; place claims at a price. Hit a flat spot at Huntingdon before staying on best; looks vulnerable.
19	19 (19) (33/1 +18%) Moonverrin	33 33/1(+18%)	(19) Moonverrin 33/1, Idled, good ride to get back up, improved when winning Irish EBF Mares I.N.H. Flat Race (Grade 2) at Leopardstown by a short-head last time; effective 2m, acts on yielding and heavy; progressive, worth a go at top level but bit to find with Keep Him Company on collateral. Would have been second last time had the runner-up's rider not prematurely eased down.
6	6 (6) (40/1 -60%) Diamant Dore	40 40/1(-60%)	(6) Diamant Dore 40/1, Went clear with ease for very promising debut when winning a bumper at Ayr by 17l last time; hood first time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on heavy; looked useful on debut despite not beating much, worth step up in class; interesting at a price. Won easily at Ayr despite racing freely and wandering around when clear; now hooded.
15	15 (15) (40/1 -60%) The Wager	40 40/1(-60%)	(15) The Wager 40/1, Yard has won last two runnings of race; improved for debut experience when winning a bumper at Fairyhouse by 3/4l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m1f on heavy and yielding; progressive but stable holds stronger claims. Fairyhouse RPR was nothing special; probably lacks the star potential of some in here.
18	18 (18) (40/1 -60%) With Nolimit	40 40/1(-60%)	(18) With Nolimit 40/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; improved when second beaten a short-head in C & G I.N.H. Flat Race (Grade 2) at Leopardstown latest; effective 2m, acts on heavy and yielding; point and bumper winner is progressive; closely matched with a couple of stablemates on recent meeting. Just missed out to Broadway Ted in a Grade 2 latest; he's not his stable's main hope.
5	5 (5) (80/1 -60%) Chicker	80 80/1(-60%)	(5) Chicker 80/1, Ran to form but possibly challenged a bit early comfortably held in Three Counties Christmas Open NH Flat Race (Listed) here last time; in good form prior; effective 2m, acts on good; debut form franked emphatically, looks potentially useful but more needed at this level. A dual winner, but on all his form this looks three bridges too far.
16	16 (16) (100/1 -203%) Vango Can Go	100 100/1(-203%)	(16) Vango Can Go 100/1, Ran to form 5l third in King Edward VII Ascot Membership NH Flat Race (Listed) at Ascot most recent run; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft; likely get further in time, progressing but bit to find with Bass Hunter. Promising stayer in the making but looks comfortably held by Bass Hunter on Ascot form.
11	11 (11) (100/1 -52%) Tally Ho Back	100 100/1(-52%)	(11) Tally Ho Back 100/1, Too keen, below form beaten 8l in a bumper at Windsor last time; in good form prior; usually held up; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; maiden looks up against it. Flattered to get so close to Bass Hunter at Ascot; no maiden has ever won this race.
14	14 (14) (125/1 -279%) The Skecher	125 125/1(-279%)	(14) The Skecher 125/1, Quickened clear comfortably, very promising debut when winning a bumper at Ayr by 5 1/2l last time; effective 2m, acts on soft; point form franked under rules, more to come for top yard but stable second string on jockey bookings. Whether he possesses the required gears to mix it with the best of these is unlikely.
10	10 (10) (150/1 -200%) Of Land And Sea	150 150/1(-200%)	(10) Of Land And Sea 150/1, Bit free but improved under aggressive ride, didn't beat much when winning an auction bumper at Limerick by 9l last time; effective 2m, acts on heavy and good; progressive but looks out of depth here. Looked good at Limerick; sure to win more races but this is unlikely to be one of them.

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Willie Mullins bids for an unprecedented 15th success in the Champion Bumper and Love Sign D'aunou, the choice of his son Patrick, appears to be the pick of the Closutton quintet after a 24-length rout on his Rules debut at Naas in January. The Irish Avatar impressed in his bumper victory at Navan and commands plenty of respect, but the four-year-old QUIRYN is especially interesting. He boasts an unusual profile having attempted to run twice on the Flat in France, but not consenting to enter the stalls, and he made a bright start in a Naas bumper. A half-brother to a Group 1 winner, it wouldn't be a massive surprise if he had too much speed for the NH types in a bid to be the first of his age group to win this since Cue Card back in 2011. Keep Him Company, Ascot Listed winner Bass Hunter and Mets Ta Ceinture, who was purchased for 710,000 euros in November, are others to note.

It's worth taking on the Irish with BASS HUNTER who might be something special. The Mourne Rambler is second choice.

17:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:30 Newcastle (Class 6) 16f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (9/4 +68%) Edwardtheninth	2.25 9/4(+68%)	(3) Edwardtheninth 9/4, Plenty didn't go right, well below form when down the field in a handicap at Southwell most recent; effective at 14-16f, suited by AW; dangerous mark now. 0-10; placed in three of his five starts for this yard but tailed off in the other two.
2	2 (2) (4/1 +27%) Colinski	4 4/1(+27%)	(2) Colinski 4/1, Ran to form up in trip beaten 3/4l off this mark at Bath last time; returning from a break; effective 12-17f, acts on soft and good; competitive mark and unexposed as a stayer. Off since finishing second at Bath over 2m1f in October; now makes his yard/AW debut.
5	5 (5) (5/1 +9%) Free Pic	5 5/1(+9%)	(5) Free Pic 5/1, Just about to form beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; effective around 12f on sound surface; may have more to come as a stayer. Course winner; respectable fourth on her last two starts but this longer trip's a concern.
1	1 (1) (5/1 -67%) Billy Bathgate	5 5/1(-67%)	(1) Billy Bathgate 5/1, Bit keen and didn't get home when beaten 2l off this mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 14-16f, acts on any; can go well again if settling. Dual C&D winner who is back on his last winning mark; posted a solid effort last time.
6	6 (6) (9/1 -38%) Lillistar	9 9/1(-38%)	(6) Lillistar 9/1, Well below form when pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster latest; effective up to 17f on the Flat, best on sound surface; not ruled out back on the Flat. Pulled up over hurdles last time but she won her latest start on the Flat; claims.
9	9 (9) (9/1 -80%) Angelardo	9 9/1(-80%)	(9) Angelardo 9/1, Improved when beaten 1 1/4l off this mark here last time; effective 12f on AW; chance if building on latest now upped in trip. 0-6 but he was runner-up here over 1m4f last time, and this step up in trip could suit.
4	4 (4) (11/1 -29%) Achnamara	11 11/1(-29%)	(4) Achnamara 11/1, Ran to recent level back on the Flat when beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; effective up to 16f on the Flat; mark keeps easing but needs more. On a handy mark but he's been quiet under both codes recently; steps back up in trip.
10	10 (10) (28/1 -12%) Nakatomi	28 28/1(-12%)	(10) Nakatomi 28/1, Ran to recent level up in grade beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 10-14f, acts on soft, good and AW; cheekpieces need to make a difference upped in trip. 0-15 and reported to have hung left on his last two starts; cheekpieces now applied.
8	8 (8) (50/1 -25%) Star Of Markinch	50 50/1(-25%)	(8) Star Of Markinch 50/1, Ran as though something amiss when well beaten in a handicap at Musselburgh latest; returning from a break; effective 14f-16f, acts on soft, good and AW; poor maiden, remains vulnerable. Placed several times but this 10yo remains a longstanding maiden; off since November.
7	7 (7) (80/1 -142%) Apache Eagle	80 80/1(-142%)	(7) Apache Eagle 80/1, Below form when well beaten in a handicap at Chelmsford latest; effective 12-14f, acts on AW; inconsistent. Runner-up at Chelmsford last month but he failed to beat a rival there last time.

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Lillistar has to be respected on her return to the Flat having won at Wolverhampton in October. That said, marginal preference is for FREE PIC, who is a previous course winner and her most recent efforts in defeat over 1m4f have been encouraging. The step up in trip may help the five-year-old to score for the second time. Colinski and Angelardo are others to consider.

Lillistar won at Wolverhampton when last seen on the Flat but ANGELARDO was second here last time and could be suited by this trip.

17:30 Newcastle (Class 6) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:35 Huntingdon (Class 5) 15f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (11/8 +39%) Eustace Grenier	1.375 11/8(+39%)	(2) Eustace Grenier 11/8, Outpaced, finished well and improved from debut 4 1/4l third in a bumper at Windsor most recent run; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft; strong claims on form but track may not be ideal. Promising efforts in races won by Dan Skelton horses, both on soft ground.
4	4 (4) (11/4 0%) Kildare D'irlande	2.75 11/4(0%)	(4) Kildare D'irlande 11/4, Improved when winning a maiden point at Ballinaboola by 12l last time; point winner worth a market check ahead of rules debut. Beat just one other finisher for his Irish point win but was later sold for £90,000.
3	3 (3) (10/3 +52%) Katarcice	3.333333 10/3(+52%)	(3) Katarcice 10/3, Ran to form when second beaten 4l in a maiden point at Stowlin latest; returning from long layoff; had wind op; tongue-tie first time; consistent in points, has joined yard with good record in this sphere. Bought for £28,000 after runner-up in two 3m Irish points; one run reads well.
5	5 (5) (11/2 -22%) Samwell	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(5) Samwell 11/2, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; 60,000 euros Order Of St George gelding; full-brother to The G Wizard, fair at 20f; top trainer who gets bumper winners; likely type. 60,000euros 3yo; bred to have a future and in a top yard, so of obvious interest.
6	6 (6) (9/1 -170%) Solo Eclipse	9 9/1(-170%)	(6) Solo Eclipse 9/1, Yard won this last year; very promising debut following wind op runner-up beaten 3 1/2l in a bumper here only start; second run after wind op; effective 2m, acts on soft; beaten by useful rival on debut, should progress. Second on debut here and the winner Wilde's Legacy runs today at Cheltenham.
1	1 (1) (22/1 +21%) Barrykissangel	22 22/1(+21%)	(1) Barrykissangel 22/1, 42,000 euros Success Days gelding; full-brother to Success Story, very useful at 17f; stable can get the odd first time out winner in this sphere; of interest. Likely to need further in time and stable is 0-40 in bumpers recent seasons.
8	8 (8) (66/1 -32%) Skye Glance	66 66/1(-32%)	(8) Skye Glance 66/1, Departed when under pressure and struggling on debut over 2m here; plenty to prove. Towards rear but in touch when brought down 4f out here in January; went off at 40-1.
9	9 (9) (80/1 -142%) Navy Boy	80 80/1(-142%)	(9) Navy Boy 80/1, Jack Hobbs gelding; dam won a couple of points; yard's horses going well; market can guide. First foal out of a point winner; yard 0-11 in these races during last five seasons.
7	7 (7) (250/1 -213%) Greyse	250 250/1(-213%)	(7) Greyse 250/1, Frontiersman mare; dam unraced; Flat bred; yard not known for rules winners; best watched First foal; unraced dam out of a 7f 2yo winner; limited appeal on several counts.

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EUSTACE GRENIER was third in a much deeper-looking bumper at Windsor and, with the form being franked by the runner-up winning a Listed race since, the son of Castle Du Berlais is suggested as the first one to consider. Solo Eclipse was an encouraging second over C&D on his debut last month and is another likely to prosper with that experience to draw upon. However, Samwell ticks plenty of the right boxes on paper and this 60,000 euros-purchase might prove to be a bigger danger.

The suggestion is SOLO ECLIPSE who ran well on his debut here behind Wilde's Legacy who contests today's bumper at Cheltenham.

17:35 Huntingdon (Class 5) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:40 Southwell (Class 4) 7f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (1/1 +9%) Artanis	1 1/1(+9%)	(2) Artanis 1/1, Improved off a long break when winning a novice at Wolverhampton by 2 1/4l last time; trainer in form; effective 7f, acts on a sound surface; strong sort, progressing and good chance on handicap debut. Solid turf form at 2yrs; made all to beat subsequent winner on return (7f, AW); unexposed.
3	3 (3) (15/8 +53%) Dagger Strike	1.875 15/8(+53%)	(3) Dagger Strike 15/8, Outpaced, shaped as though wanting a stiffer track/test when second beaten 3l off 79 last time, same mark here; suited by stiff 7f, acts on sound surfaces; reliable type and can again go well. Easy win on handicap debut before bumping into handicap blots twice since; headgear today.
1	1 (1) (6/1 -9%) Gorey Gold	6 6/1(-9%)	(1) Gorey Gold 6/1, Disappointing down in trip and up in class when eighth beaten 9 1/2l off 85 last time, same mark here; off a short-break; effective 6/7f, acts on heavy, good and AW; bounce back needed. C&D win on New Year's Day; had an excuse last time; a personal best is required today.
5	5 (5) (10/1 +38%) Kanishka	10 10/1(+38%)	(5) Kanishka 10/1, Probably flattered a little upped in grade when beaten just 4 1/2l in William Hill Two Year Old Trophy (Listed) at Redcar last time; effective 6/7f on a sound surface; likely up against it here. 1-1 on AW; stiff tasks on final two juvenile runs; could yet have more to come on Tapeta.
4	4 (4) (28/1 -460%) Loquella	28 28/1(-460%)	(4) Loquella 28/1, Every chance, ran to form when second beaten 2l in a novice at Wolverhampton latest; suited by 6f, acts on AW; more to come now up in trip on handicap debut. Two encouraging runs over 6f; pedigree points to this trip suiting better; unexposed.
7	7 (7) (33/1 0%) Illy's Roo	33 33/1(0%)	(7) Illy's Roo 33/1, Never involved, sitting too far off steady pace when down the field at Wolverhampton last time; effective 7f, acts on good and AW; bit to prove after two moderate efforts as a 3yo. 7f Chelmsford win in December but well held twice since; sold 7,000gns since latest.
6	6 (6) (40/1 -186%) Horwich	40 40/1(-186%)	(6) Horwich 40/1, Touch disappointing, eased late when held, when 7 1/2l third in a handicap at Wolverhampton most recent run; effective 7f, acts on AW; bounce back needed. Only 3rd on h'cap debut latest but won first two starts; sold 20,000gns since; needs more.

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ARTANIS represents a yard in amongst the winners of late and it's easy to see why punters will latch onto this filly given her attractive profile. Going handicapping for the first time following a breakthrough victory in novice company at Wolverhampton, there should be a lot more to come and she gets the nod ahead of Loquella and Dagger Strike.

Dagger Strike should go well but George Boughey's handicap debutante ARTANIS may be the answer.

17:40 Southwell (Class 4) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:00 Newcastle (Class 4) 5f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (10/11 +24%) Vinciamo	0.909091 10/11(+24%)	(2) Vinciamo 10/11, Knew the job, showed plenty on promising debut third beaten 1/2l in a maiden at Newbury last April; has since switched yard; effective at 5f on good; more to come and good chance here. Absent and gelded since finishing third at Newbury last April for Marcus Tregoning.
1	1 (1) (7/4 -59%) Merlier	1.75 7/4(-59%)	(1) Merlier 7/4, Game effort on debut after slow start when runner-up beaten a nose in a maiden here only start; effective at 5f, acts on AW; fair chance on this. Narrowly beaten in a bunched finish over C&D on his debut last month; leading contender.
4	4 (4) (6/1 +25%) Celtic Arrow	6 6/1(+25%)	(4) Celtic Arrow 6/1, Similar form to debut when fourth beaten 3l in a maiden here latest; effective 6f, bred to get beyond 8f, acts on AW; open to improvement but drop in trip an issue. Showed plenty of ability in two starts here over 6f; player if coping with drop to 5f.
5	5 (5) (20/1 0%) Dolo's Star	20 20/1(0%)	(5) Dolo's Star 20/1, 14,500 euros Starman filly; half-sister to Udaberri, fair at 12f; dam useful at 11f; looks an unlikely winner on debut. 14,500euros foal; dam Italian 1m2f-1m3f winner; may be one for further down the line.
3	3 (3) (33/1 +50%) Fenay Bridge	33 33/1(+50%)	(3) Fenay Bridge 33/1, Modest debut when beaten 10l in a novice at Southwell; sprint bred; should improve but might need more time and handicaps. 66-1 when down the field at Southwell on her debut 15 days ago; others preferred.

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MERLIER was only beaten a nose into second in a blanket finish on his debut over C&D a month ago. With the benefit of that experience, Archie Watson's gelding could be hard to beat on this occasion. Vinciamo has to be noted on his debut for Kevin Ryan having shown plenty of ability on his only start as a juvenile, while Celtic Arrow is the clear pick of the remainder.

Vinciamo is an interesting contender on his yard debut but MERLIER went close here on his debut and is taken to go one better.

18:00 Newcastle (Class 4) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:15 Southwell (Class 3) 12f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (10/11 -9%) Into The Light	0.909091 10/11(-9%)	(1) Into The Light 10/11, Green until late on, eventually knuckled down when a length winner in a maiden at Lingfield on debut; trainer in form; effective at 10f, acts on AW; should improve again upped in trip and good chance of defying penalty. Ready 1m2f win at Lingfield last month; bred to stay well and open to plenty of progress.
3	3 (3) (2/1 +56%) Ravenspire	2 2/1(+56%)	(3) Ravenspire 2/1, Sea The Stars colt; half-brother to Imperial Sovereign, useful up to 16f; dam high-class at 10f; top trainer more than capable of readying one and can go well on debut. Half-brother to 1m AW 2yo winner out of a smart mare from a fine family; newcomer of note.
5	5 (5) (5/1 -25%) Starship Trooper	5 5/1(-25%)	(5) Starship Trooper 5/1, Improved nicely on debut effort when second beaten 3/4l in a novice at Pontefract latest; effective at 10f on soft; should do better again over this trip. Promising 2nd over 1m2f at Pontefract when last seen five months ago; new trip a plus.
4	4 (4) (11/1 +0%) Sinocentric	11 11/1(+0%)	(4) Sinocentric 11/1, Siyouni colt; half-brother to Oriental Mystique, very smart at 12f; dam high-class at 12f; respected on debut given good pedigree. Smart pedigree but starts out in fair novice & yard's newcomers tend to improve for a run.
6	6 (6) (50/1 -567%) Galistra	50 50/1(-567%)	(6) Galistra 50/1, Well fancied but didn't get home having raced near pace when well beaten in a maiden at Kempton only start; off a short-break; should stay at least 10f; can leave modest debut behind. Strong favourite but failed to fire in a Kempton fillies' maiden in January (1m3f).
2	2 (2) (400/1 -167%) My Dad Frank	400 400/1(-167%)	(2) My Dad Frank 400/1, Modest enough debut when well beaten in a novice at Newcastle only start; probably wants middle-distances; type to do better once handicapping. Well-beaten 150-1 shot on debut last month (1m); huge leap forward required for new trip.

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Karl Burke is no stranger to readying one for a debut victory and the well-bred Ravenspire must be respected as a result. Experience can win the day, though, and INTO THE LIGHT can successfully shoulder a penalty for his success at Lingfield. Everything seemed to go wrong at the beginning of the race before the penny dropped late on and he was quite taking. Starship Trooper is next best.

Starship Trooper should improve for this trip but so can INTO THE LIGHT and he is selected to defy his penalty.

18:15 Southwell (Class 3) 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:30 Newcastle (Class 5) 7f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (2/1 +60%) Hilltop	2 2/1(+60%)	(3) Hilltop 2/1, Step back in right direction when fourth beaten 5l in a handicap at Southwell latest; off a short-break; suited by 7f, acts on a sound surface; mark competitive still. 4lb higher than for her Wolverhampton win in September; fourth at Southwell 67 days ago.
2	2 (2) (11/4 -83%) Party Bear	2.75 11/4(-83%)	(2) Party Bear 11/4, Closing well at line, ran to form third beaten 1/2l off 73 last time, same mark here; trainer in form; effective at 6/7f on AW; in form, fair mark still. Won at Lingfield in January and ran well in a competitive race there last time; claims.
1	1 (1) (10/3 -11%) Renesmee	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(1) Renesmee 10/3, Ran to best, up late when landing a handicap by a nose off a 5lb lower mark at Chelmsford last time; effective 8-10f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; penalty asks more but has a chance. Carries a 5lb penalty for her recent Chelmsford success; drop back to 7f may not be ideal.
4	4 (4) (7/2 +75%) Bear Rock	3.5 7/2(+75%)	(4) Bear Rock 7/2, Found little, below form when tenth beaten 4l off 72 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 6/7f, acts on good and AW; bounce back needed. Doubled her tally when winning at Wolverhampton in January; behind Party Bear latest.
5	5 (5) (8/1 +0%) Penny Mountain	8 8/1(+0%)	(5) Penny Mountain 8/1, Ridden to stay and finished strongly when second beaten 1 1/4l off 53 last time, 3lb higher here; effective at 6/7f, acts on soft and AW; largely consistent. Won a class 6 event here over 6f in January; reported to have bled when second last time.

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Renesmee needed every yard of a mile to get up at Chelmsford on Saturday and the drop back to 7f has to be a concern, despite her rider's 7lb claim negating her 5lb penalty. The vote goes to PARTY BEAR. She ran with plenty of credit in a more competitive race at Lingfield and that form looks the strongest on offer. Bear Rock was behind the selection on that occasion but is better judged on her Wolverhampton success.

Hilltop is mostly conistent and is second choice behind PARTY BEAR who ran well when third in a competitive race at Lingfield.

18:30 Newcastle (Class 5) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:45 Southwell (Class 4) 8f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (2/1 +0%) Dream Illusion	2 2/1(+0%)	(6) Dream Illusion 2/1, Ran to form back up in trip when second beaten a length off 65 last time, 1lb higher here; trainer in form; effective 7/8f, acts on soft, good and AW; in form and good chance again. Excuses for both defeats following back-to-back 1m wins; still improving; major player.
1	1 (1) (5/2 +9%) Rockin' The Boat	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(1) Rockin' The Boat 5/2, Ran to form when beaten 3 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Ascot last time; effective 7/8f on sound surface; chance if ready to roll as still has potential. 0-6 but promise in three handicap runs last year; down in grade; still capable of better.
4	4 (4) (4/1 +0%) Penelope Valentine	4 4/1(+0%)	(4) Penelope Valentine 4/1, Not best of runs, should have finished closer when down the field at Lingfield latest; effective 7-9f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; step back up in trip a plus. Two wins this winter but she is climbing the weights; needs a career best to take this.
2	2 (2) (4/1 +43%) Cancelled	4 4/1(+43%)	(2) Cancelled 4/1, Step back in right direction when beaten 2 1/4l off this mark at Wolverhampton last time; off a short-break; effective at 10/11f, acts on sound surface; still bit high in weights. Promising return from a break at Wolverhampton in December; drops in trip; not ruled out.
5	5 (5) (12/1 -118%) Safe Idea	12 12/1(-118%)	(5) Safe Idea 12/1, Made plenty of use of up in trip when beaten 3 1/4l in a maiden at Wolverhampton last time; effective 8-9f, acts on AW; small but consistent and drop in trip may help. Consistent rather than progressive thus far; makes handicap debut off a fair mark though.

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DREAM ILLUSION has filled second place on both starts since racking up a double earlier in the year and could return to winning ways in a race of this nature. Penelope Valentine wasn't beaten far, despite finishing ninth, at Lingfield last time and that followed a Wolverhampton success. On that evidence, she could be the main danger ahead of Rockin' The Boat.

Rockin' The Boat is respected on her AW debut but DREAM ILLUSION has had excuses since her two wins and she can resume her progress.

18:45 Southwell (Class 4) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (7/4 +75%) Liquid Cooled	1.75 7/4(+75%)	(7) Liquid Cooled 7/4, Outpaced when down the field in a maiden here most recent; off a short-break; wants at least 7f, so others preferred on handicap debut. Well beaten in three qualifying runs here (5f-7f); gelded ahead of his handicap debut.
3	3 (3) (7/2 +42%) Auspicious	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(3) Auspicious 7/2, Lost 6l start so fair run considering when beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap here last time; effective 6f, acts on AW; entitled to return to form having had a sharpener. Landed a C&D handicap in September and shaped better than the bare result here last time.
9	9 (9) (9/2 +78%) Belling The Cat	4.5 9/2(+78%)	(9) Belling The Cat 9/2, Probably best run yet off a break when beaten 9 1/2l in a novice at Southwell last time; entitled to improve for reappearance run and may do better now handicapping. Sixth in each of her three qualifying runs (5f-6f); back up to 6f for her handicap debut.
5	5 (5) (5/1 +17%) Ganthorpe	5 5/1(+17%)	(5) Ganthorpe 5/1, Sweating, wide trip but ran to form beaten a length off this mark at Wolverhampton last time; suited by 6f, acts on AW, give will suit action; can again go well. Deserves extra credit for finishing third having encountered a wide trip at Wolverhampton.
4	4 (4) (6/1 -9%) Container Express	6 6/1(-9%)	(4) Container Express 6/1, Closed late as others stopped off strong pace beaten 2l off this mark here last time; effective 6/7f, shorter trip may suit better, acts on AW; bit short of early pace but can get involved. Won a C&D selling nursery in November and posted a good effort when third here last time.
8	8 (8) (8/1 +0%) Runninman	8 8/1(+0%)	(8) Runninman 8/1, Made too much use of in order to get a prominent position when beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; blinkers first time; probably effective 6/7f, acts on AW; capable in the new headgear. Finished third on his first three starts on the AW but he was behind Ganthorpe 12 days ago.
6	6 (6) (12/1 -20%) Woody Y Fernandez	12 12/1(-20%)	(6) Woody Y Fernandez 12/1, Struggled to go pace given wide trip from poor draw when down the field in a handicap at Southwell most recent; in good form prior; top course jockey; effective 6f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; still a maiden but on workable mark and may bounce back. 10-race maiden who needs to bounce back from a poor run at Southwell; makes stable debut.
2	2 (2) (20/1 -135%) Coparisi	20 20/1(-135%)	(2) Coparisi 20/1, Never figured off a break when beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; in good form prior; effective 5/6f on a sound surface; should bounce back from latest. Placed in two class 6 nurseries last year; never featured at Wolverhampton last time.
10	10 (10) (20/1 -344%) Love Love Love	20 20/1(-344%)	(10) Love Love Love 20/1, Similar moderate form to first two starts when down the field in a maiden at Chelmsford most recent; yet to show much ability but is bred to be much better than a 48-rated horse. Failed to progress in her qualifying runs (7f-7.5f); drops to 6f for her handicap debut.
11	11 (11) (33/1 0%) Evelyn's Garden	33 33/1(0%)	(11) Evelyn's Garden 33/1, Again ran to a poor level when down the field in a maiden here most recent; should be suited by 8-10f; handicapping now but surely wants further. Shown little at big prices in each of her three starts; now makes her handicap debut.
12	12 (12) (66/1 -267%) Freezing Havana	66 66/1(-267%)	(12) Freezing Havana 66/1, Never involved despite drop in trip when well beaten in a novice here latest; speedily-bred; very light-framed and looks limited. Failed to beat a rival home in each of her three starts in novice company; handicap debut.

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Container Express had several of these in behind when third over C&D last month and has to be respected off the same mark. However, the seventh from that contest AUSPICIOUS might reverse the form. A winner over C&D in September, that was his first run since and it should have blown the cobwebs away. Ganthorpe is 2lb better off, having finished fifth, and has since performed well for third at Wolverhampton.

Ganthorpe can have his latest effort upgraded but AUSPICIOUS is selected having shaped better than the bare result last time.

19:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:15 Southwell (Class 6) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
8	8 (8) (15/8 +46%) Elvetham	1.875 15/8(+46%)	(8) Elvetham 15/8, Bit keen but strong at finish tried sprinting when landing a handicap by a length off this mark at Kempton last time; effective 6-10f, acts on good and AW; more to come at this trip. Drop to 6f paid dividends at Kempton last week and he escapes a penalty; obvious claims.
1	1 (1) (7/2 +22%) Gundogan	3.5 7/2(+22%)	(1) Gundogan 7/2, Ran to best beaten a neck off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective 6/7f, acts on sound surface; on long losing run but mark fair, every chance. Just 1-27 but in form and these conditions are no problem; each-way claims at least.
2	2 (2) (9/2 +63%) Tuscan Point	4.5 9/2(+63%)	(2) Tuscan Point 9/2, Bit keen but step back in right direction 5 1/4l third in a handicap at Musselburgh most recent run; tongue-tie first time; returning from a break; effective 6/7f, acts on any turf surface, poor only AW start; tricky ride but capable. 0-15 for R Fahey; down in weights prior to stable debut; new accessories now added.
6	6 (6) (7/1 -8%) Piperstown	7 7/1(-8%)	(6) Piperstown 7/1, Ran to form when fifth beaten 2l off 53 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 5/6f, best on AW; in form, respected off this mark. Running well this year but finished behind Gundogan over C&D last month & may do so again.
4	4 (4) (7/1 -56%) Faster Bee	7 7/1(-56%)	(4) Faster Bee 7/1, Ran to form under a penalty when second beaten a head off 50 last time, 3lb higher here; suited by 7-9f, acts on soft, good and AW; drop in trip worth exploring. In good form over 7f last month but up in weights and drawn wide now back down to 6f.
5	5 (5) (8/1 -78%) Henry Tudor	8 8/1(-78%)	(5) Henry Tudor 8/1, Improved to get off the mark when winning a classified race at Chelmsford by 2 1/4l last time; effective at 6/7f on AW; more to come at this trip. Landed a touch at Chelmsford (0-50 classified) in good style two weeks ago; respected.
7	7 (7) (9/1 +0%) Up The Monk	9 9/1(+0%)	(7) Up The Monk 9/1, Ran to form beaten 1 1/4l off this mark here last time; top course trainer; effective 6/7f, all worthwhile runs on AW; capable off this mark. Won a Chelmsford classified in January; close 4th over C&D latest; needs more to win here.
9	9 (9) (12/1 -9%) Beneficiary	12 12/1(-9%)	(9) Beneficiary 12/1, Stopped quickly, below form beaten 4 1/4l in a classified race at Newcastle last time; in good form prior; effective 5/6f, acts on good and AW; chance if bouncing back. Form dipped last time but earlier 6f seconds give him claims; edging back up the weights.
3	3 (3) (22/1 -10%) Haziym	22 22/1(-10%)	(3) Haziym 22/1, Never in it after a slow start when down the field in a handicap at Wolverhampton most recent; hood first time; effective at 6f, acts on sound surface; regressive since move from France. 0-22 in Britain and this habitual slow-starter comes with risks attached.
10	10 (10) (80/1 -100%) Queen For Adaay	80 80/1(-100%)	(10) Queen For Adaay 80/1, Well below form beaten 9l in a handicap at Newcastle last time; usually held up; off a short-break; effective 6f, acts on AW; maiden and not one to rely on. Modest maiden but one Newcastle run heightens interest; low-key return in January.
11	11 (11) (80/1 -100%) Coast	80 80/1(-100%)	(11) Coast 80/1, Again below form beaten 6l in a classified race at Wolverhampton last time; enjoys making it; effective 6f on sound surface; regressive. Front-runner; well short of her best this winter; others bring more pressing claims.

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ELVETHAM got off the mark over 6f at Kempton a week ago and the four-year-old merits the utmost respect once again given that he does not have to carry a penalty for that success. Faster Bee is likely to be in the mix once again following his narrow second at Wolverhampton last time, while Gundogan and Up The Monk are others with valid form claims.

This may set up for a finisher and GUNDOGAN is preferred to Henry Tudor, Piperstown and Elvetham.

19:15 Southwell (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:30 Newcastle (Class 6) 5f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (9/4 +50%) Fortunate Star	2.25 9/4(+50%)	(6) Fortunate Star 9/4, Improved again when winning a classified race here by 1 1/4l last time; effective 5/6f, acts on any; on a roll but probably needs more back in a handicap. Won classified events at Southwell and here on his last two starts; claims under a penalty.
8	8 (8) (7/2 +50%) Little Mi Mi	3.5 7/2(+50%)	(8) Little Mi Mi 7/2, Too keen and didn't get home when sixth beaten 3 1/4l off 54 last time, same mark here; off a short-break; effective 5/6f, acts on good and AW; of interest on penultimate run. Off the mark at the 16th attempt when landing a C&D h'cap in January; behind Okami latest.
1	1 (1) (9/2 +44%) Gustav Graves	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(1) Gustav Graves 9/2, Ran to form when second beaten 5l off 61 last time; suited by 5f, acts on AW; generally consistent, back down to last win mark. C&D winner who ran well when runner-up at Wolverhampton last time; holds claims.
3	3 (3) (6/1 +0%) Azucena	6 6/1(+0%)	(3) Azucena 6/1, Ran to form when second beaten 2l off 59 last time, same mark here; top course jockey; wide draw; suited by 5f, acts on a sound surface, better AW; consistent of late. In good form since winning here in first-time blinkers in January; can go well again.
7	7 (7) (7/1 +22%) Okami	7 7/1(+22%)	(7) Okami 7/1, Ran to form when third beaten 2 1/2l off 55 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 5-7f, acts on AW; can go well again. Notched his second C&D success in January and posted a solid effort here last time.
4	4 (4) (15/2 -88%) Master Dandy	7.5 15/2(-88%)	(4) Master Dandy 15/2, Ran to best in landing a handicap by a head off a 2lb lower mark at Chelmsford last time; suited by 5/6f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; taken just a small rise and can again go well. Won at Wolverhampton and Chelmsford in January; contender having been raised 2lb.
5	5 (5) (9/1 -13%) Running Cool	9 9/1(-13%)	(5) Running Cool 9/1, No-show from off the pace when down the field in a handicap at Wolverhampton most recent; trainer in form; effective 5/6f on sound surface; bounce back needed. Made a promising start for this yard when second at Wolverhampton but disappointing latest.
2	2 (2) (12/1 0%) Let's Go Hugo	12 12/1(0%)	(2) Let's Go Hugo 12/1, Lacked pace beaten 5l in a handicap at Southwell last time; returning from a break; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface; bounce back needed. C&D winner in September; below best in October and absent since; capable of bouncing back.

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The hat-trick seeking Fortunate Star and double chasing Master Dandy are likely to be popular and both are capable of extending their winning runs. However, the former has a 5lb penalty, while the latter needed every yard of the trip to score at Chelmsford and looks vulnerable off 2lb higher. With that in mind, OKAMI could be the way to go. A C&D winner in January, the six-year-old has done well since joining Paul Midgley and could be the one for a bit of value here.

A chance is taken on LET'S GO HUGO on his first start for 131 days. Fortunate Star is respected and next on the list.

19:30 Newcastle (Class 6) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:45 Southwell (Class 6) 12f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (5/2 -11%) Tenadaay	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(7) Tenadaay 5/2, Improved back on the Flat when landing a handicap by 2 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; off a short-break; effective 8-12f on AW; respected off new mark. Win boosted since; relatively unexposed; may be capable of better still for his new yard.
5	5 (5) (3/1 +40%) Velvet Red	3 3/1(+40%)	(5) Velvet Red 3/1, Failed to pick up, below form when eighth beaten 7l off 61 last time, same mark here; effective at 11f on AW; bounce back needed. Not best served by sitting off a steady pace here last time; remains lightly raced.
4	4 (4) (10/3 +17%) Hackney Diamonds	3.333333 10/3(+17%)	(4) Hackney Diamonds 10/3, Never in it from off the pace when ninth beaten 7 1/4l off 62 last time, same mark here; trainer in form; effective 7-12f, acts on heavy, good and AW; bounce back needed. Dual course winner in the winter who's since been expensive to follow; needs more.
8	8 (8) (9/2 +10%) Havachoc	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(8) Havachoc 9/2, Just about to form off new mark when fourth at Southwell latest; effective 10-14f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; can go well but might need more to win off this mark. Didn't seem to have any excuses latest; now has to prove his revised rating within reach.
3	3 (3) (13/2 +24%) Kathleen Mary	6.5 13/2(+24%)	(3) Kathleen Mary 13/2, Below form, found little tried in cheekpieces beaten 6l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; effective up to 10f, acts on soft and AW; needs more. Maiden who's been expensive to follow and hasn't looked to see it out over 1m4f previously.
1	1 (1) (11/1 -38%) Shipshape	11 11/1(-38%)	(1) Shipshape 11/1, Ran to form beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Yarmouth last time; returning from a break; effective 8-10f, acts on good to soft and AW; needs more. Among the favourites all starts for Ralph Beckett but didn't progress; market useful.
2	2 (2) (12/1 -9%) It's A Love Thing	12 12/1(-9%)	(2) It's A Love Thing 12/1, No-show from off the pace well beaten in a handicap at Wolverhampton latest; effective 8-12f, acts on a sound surface; bounce back needed. Six-time Tapeta winner, all around this time of year; no shock to see him bounce back.
6	6 (6) (50/1 -100%) Charlie Darling	50 50/1(-100%)	(6) Charlie Darling 50/1, Bit keen, needed run beaten 7l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; effective 12-19f on yielding and good; should come on for return. Did his winning, and most racing, in Ireland over further; can do better.

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TENADAAY relished the return to the level when going in by over two lengths in this class at Wolverhampton in January and a 5lb rise might underestimate the level of authority he showed that day. With a similar performance, he will prove a tough nut to crack. Havachoc failed in his bid for a four-timer when fourth at this course last time, but he has to be taken seriously. Velvet Red looks best of the rest.

There may be more to come from TENADAAY under these conditions and he can defy a 5lb rise. Velvet Red is second choice.

19:45 Southwell (Class 6) 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (5/4 +58%) Tomorrow Day	1.25 5/4(+58%)	(7) Tomorrow Day 5/4, Back to form upped in trip beaten a short-head off a 2lb lower mark at Chelmsford last time; effective 6/7f, all recent form on AW; down to a good mark and chance if building on latest. Excellent record over C&D and on a very attractive mark if building on Chelmsford second.
4	4 (4) (5/2 +44%) Instant Bond	2.5 5/2(+44%)	(4) Instant Bond 5/2, Bit keen, below form beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap here last time; probably effective 5-7f, acts on AW; largely consistent and eased in weights. Not seen it out over 7f lately; this mark is surely within range if things fall his way.
5	5 (5) (7/2 -115%) Tickets	3.5 7/2(-115%)	(5) Tickets 7/2, Ran to form, good attitude when winning a classified race here by a head last time; suited by 6f, effective 5f, wants a sound surface; chance back in a handicap. Serial hard-puller who can miss the break; player for a yard that's made a bright start.
3	3 (3) (6/1 -33%) The Gay Blade	6 6/1(-33%)	(3) The Gay Blade 6/1, Ran to form when winning a classified race here by a neck last time; effective 6/7f, acts on any; on a roll and can go well back in a handicap. More on his plate back into a handicap off this mark, but nothing arrives in better form.
2	2 (2) (12/1 +25%) Golden Prosperity	12 12/1(+25%)	(2) Golden Prosperity 12/1, Bit keen and below form on return when beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap here last time; suited by 6f and a sound surface; likely to come on for return. Usual cheekpieces are back in place but will need to step up a deal on his comeback effort.
6	6 (6) (20/1 +29%) Colour Code	20 20/1(+29%)	(6) Colour Code 20/1, Never in it after a slow start down in trip when beaten 5l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; effective at 6f, acts on AW; bounce back needed and remains high in weights. Usually misses the break and can pull hard, as was the case on her 5f comeback; risky.
1	1 (1) (33/1 -267%) Turbo Command	33 33/1(-267%)	(1) Turbo Command 33/1, Below form, perhaps made too much use of when beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap here last time; top course jockey; effective 6-8f on a sound surface; not ruled out down in trip but returning from long layoff;. Entitled to need this at his age, returning from a year off, and would want to see support.

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Mohammed Tabti has built a good rapport with The Gay Blade and a third consecutive C&D success for the seven-year-old isn't out of the question from a still competitive rating. However, he was over three lengths behind INSTANT BOND when they last clashed and reverting to 6f could be a good move for the Michael Wigham-trianed gelding. Tickets was a narrow track-and-trip winner in a classified stakes last time and can play another strong role given this isn't a much tougher assignment.

The well-handicapped TOMORROW DAY emerged from a spell in the doldrums recently and his excellent record over C&D earns him the vote.

20:00 Newcastle (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:15 Southwell (Class 5) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (2/1 +40%) Goldmoyne	2 2/1(+40%)	(1) Goldmoyne 2/1, Improved again landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Newcastle last time; enjoys making it; effective 6-8f, suited by sound surface; thriving for new yard since headgear applied, fair chance under penalty. Four wins this winter, making all over C&D and at Newcastle on last two starts; respected.
2	2 (2) (5/2 -25%) Packetofbiscuits	2.5 5/2(-25%)	(2) Packetofbiscuits 5/2, Travelled, improved again in landing a handicap by 2l off a 5lb lower mark here last time; trainer in form; suited by 7-9f, acts on good and AW; respected off new mark. Chasing a C&D hat-trick and should find this being run to suit; high on the list.
9	9 (9) (11/2 +78%) Bajan Bandit	5.5 11/2(+78%)	(9) Bajan Bandit 11/2, Again below form beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark here last time; suited by 7/8f, acts well on AW; not at best of late but mark is easing. 2lb lower than for his Newcastle win in December; B Loughnane booked for first time since.
4	4 (4) (7/1 +22%) Ash Wednesday	7 7/1(+22%)	(4) Ash Wednesday 7/1, Bit keen, again below form on return beaten 4l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; off a short-break; suited by 7f, acts on soft and AW; should come on for return. Six 7f wins in AW handicaps in the first part of 2025; back to a winning mark; chance.
3	3 (3) (15/2 -25%) How Impressive	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(3) How Impressive 15/2, Ran to form beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Kempton last time; effective at 7f, acts on AW; just 1lb above last winning mark, can go well again. Arrives in good form but he is happiest front-running and there is other pace on show here.
6	6 (6) (10/1 -150%) Bee My Honey	10 10/1(-150%)	(6) Bee My Honey 10/1, Best run to date on second start after a break when winning a maiden at Chelmsford by 3 1/4l last time; effective 6/7f, acts on heavy and AW; more to come back handicapping with mark left alone. Easy maiden win latest but this will pose a very different test; still has low mileage.
7	7 (7) (12/1 +14%) Thankuappreciate	12 12/1(+14%)	(7) Thankuappreciate 12/1, Ran to form up in trip third beaten 3 1/4l off 71 last time, same mark here; effective 5-7f, acts on any; in form and can go well again. Arrives in good form but he did have a good position when only 3rd off this mark last time.
5	5 (5) (12/1 +40%) Golden Pharaoh	12 12/1(+40%)	(5) Golden Pharaoh 12/1, Again below form when beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap here last time; suited by 7/8f, acts on any ground; bounce back needed. Struggled in a higher grade on last three starts; other pace influences to contend with.
8	8 (8) (40/1 -43%) Shaw Park	40 40/1(-43%)	(8) Shaw Park 40/1, Wide trip, below form when down the field in a handicap here most recent; suited by 7/8f on good to firm and AW; bounce back needed. Third here last month but failed to back it up last time (both 1m); others appeal more.

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GOLDMOYNE and Packetofbiscuits are both seeking hat-tricks, but the former makes most appeal after his Newcastle triumph on Friday. James Owen's charge made every yard of the running on that occasion and it would be no surprise to see him repeat that feat. Bee My Honey shed her maiden tag at Chelmsford on her most recent start and commands respect on just her second appearance in handicap company.

Better is expected from Bajan Bandit today but PACKETOFBISCUITS (nap) is thriving and can complete a quick C&D hat-trick.

20:15 Southwell (Class 5) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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How to use Tomform

Please Watch this short video that will help you learn how to use Tomform.com to filter out the runners and find a winner in each race.

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

About U.K Horse Racing

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

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

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

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

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

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

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