There are 44 Races Today across 6 meetings. There are 7 races at Kelso, 7 races at Bangor, 7 races at Newbury, 8 races at Southwell, 7 races at Navan, 8 races at Newcastle, use Tomform to help you find a winner.
The data in the racecards below is for the past year. View the racecard key.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (3) (11/4 +8%)World Of Fortunes |
11/4(+8%) | (3) World Of Fortunes 11/4, Back to form back down in trip when second beaten 3/4l in Quevega Mares Hurdle (Grade 3) at Punchestown latest; effective 2m4f-3m, sound surface suits best but acts on soft; generally in good form and can go well again. Two-time Listed winner who was Grade 3 runner-up last time; firmly in calculations. |
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2nd (8) (8/1 +0%)Sunset Marquesa |
8/1(+0%) | (8) Sunset Marquesa 8/1, Fell before race developed in Close Brothers Mares' Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on any; interesting upped in trip and down in grade. Has run well in Listed/Grade 2 races this season and today's new trip may be within range. |
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3rd (2) (17/2 -89%)Listentoyourheart |
17/2(-89%) | (2) Listentoyourheart 17/2, Made too much use of when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Ascot latest; effective 2m-2m4f, acts best on sound surface; needs more but respected for top stable. Won 2m4f handicap at Windsor two runs ago; needs to settle at new trip, but not ruled out. |
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4th (6) (200/1 -100%)Starlyte |
200/1(-100%) | (6) Starlyte 200/1, Too much to do off steady pace, unsuited by way race developed, needed run when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Newcastle latest; effective 2m4f, suited by decent ground; up against it at this level. Three-time course winner; drying conditions are a positive but she looks out of her depth. |
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5th (5) (16/1 -33%)Rockola Vogue |
16/1(-33%) | (5) Rockola Vogue 16/1, Outclassed, found ground too soft tried in cheekpieces when comfortably held in Yorkshire Rose Mares' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Doncaster last time; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m, acts best on sound surface; not fully exposed as a stayer and ground in her favour. Two wins in autumn but progress has stalled since; going right-handed would be preferable. |
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6th (9) (12/1 +14%)Tankardstown Diva |
12/1(+14%) | (9) Tankardstown Diva 12/1, Did it readily, improved again when winning a handicap hurdle at Ludlow by 4l last time; effective 2m2f-3m, suited by sound surface, acts on soft; progressive for new yard, could get involved. She's won handicap on last four hurdle starts; remains to be seen where limitations lie. |
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7th (4) (16/1 +52%)Pitwood Road |
16/1(+52%) | (4) Pitwood Road 16/1, Improved a little when second beaten a length in a handicap hurdle at Newcastle latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f with cut; back in form, appears better over hurdles but lots to find at the weights. Has made a good start for her new yard but has plenty to find in today's company. |
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8th (1) (13/8 +35%)Hollygrove Cha Cha |
13/8(+35%) | (1) Hollygrove Cha Cha 13/8, Improved under front-running ride at sharp track when winning Warwick Mares' Hurdle (Listed) at Warwick by 4l last time; effective 2m1f-2m5f, best with cut; more to come over hurdles if lasting this longer trip. Grade 2/Listed winner over hurdles; leading claims if seeing out this new trip. |
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|PU| (7) (10/1 +17%)Star Walking |
10/1(+17%) | (7) Star Walking 10/1, Travelled, ran to form when winning a handicap hurdle at Kempton by a head last time; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on soft and good; well worth a shot at this level. Needs another step forward but things appear to have clicked for this lightly raced 7yo. |

HOLLYGROVE CHA CHA appreciated the return to hurdles when running away with a Listed contest at Warwick last month. The manner of that performance suggests Jamie Snowden's mare wouldn't have an issue with stepping up to 3m and may even improve for it. World Of Fortunes went close in a Grade 3 at Punchestown last time and enters calculations along with Listentoyourheart.

Preference is for the thriving 7yo TANKARDSTOWN DIVA, who continued her handicap hurdle winning spree in fine style at Ludlow last month
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (9) (6/4 +25%)Tommy Pickles |
6/4(+25%) | (9) Tommy Pickles 6/4, Ran to form when second beaten 4 1/4l in a maiden hurdle at Hereford latest; trainer in form; effective 2 1/2-2 3/4m, acts with cut; more to come under rules from point winner, should be winning soon. Clear of the rest last time over this trip at Hereford and this looks a good opportunity. |
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2nd (8) (5/2 -82%)Mossy Fen Coolio |
5/2(-82%) | (8) Mossy Fen Coolio 5/2, Outpaced but rallied, very promising debut looking in need of stiffer test when fourth beaten 13l in a maiden hurdle at Wincanton latest; that form franked emphatically; off a short-break; impressive point winner, should improve for this step up in trip. Clearcut winner of an Irish point and his Wincanton fourth was encouraging. |
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3rd (6) (25/1 -14%)Jorah D'alma |
25/1(-14%) | (6) Jorah D'alma 25/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Huntingdon latest; tongue-tie first time; off a short-break; effective at 2m on good to soft; more needed from this former bumper winner. Bumper winner; quiet so far over hurdles and tongue-tie needs to make a difference. |
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4th (5) (18/1 +64%)Good Boy Griff |
18/1(+64%) | (5) Good Boy Griff 18/1, Improved for debut experience when comfortably held in a novice hurdle here last time; acts on soft; should improve once handicapping. Hasn't looked devoid of ability in bumpers or over hurdles but he'd be a surprise winner. |
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5th (4) (66/1 +0%)Gimarias |
66/1(+0%) | (4) Gimarias 66/1, Still green but improved a little when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Hereford latest; effective at 2m3f on good; hard to fancy. Insufficient promise in two bumpers and as many hurdle races to warrant a second look. |
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6th (7) (18/1 +45%)Mcelhattan |
18/1(+45%) | (7) Mcelhattan 18/1, Green and never travelled on modest debut when comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Carlisle last time; acts on heavy; point winner will appreciate this longer trip, should improve a little for initial experience. Irish point winner; tailed off in a bumper and on hurdling debut. |
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7th (1) (20/1 +9%)Annual Invitation |
20/1(+9%) | (1) Annual Invitation 20/1, Improved when second beaten 5l in a maiden point at Turtulla latest; off a short-break; point form had knocks; needs more to figure on hurdle debut. Runner-up in his second Irish point but might be one for the long game. |
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8th (10) (80/1 -344%)Drakaris |
80/1(-344%) | (10) Drakaris 80/1, Outpaced, likely needed stiffer test when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Hereford latest; effective 2m; can improve when ridden more positively, likely get this bit further. Two heavy defeats over hurdles, at 80-1 on both occasions; one for handicaps. |
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|PU| (3) (10/3 +17%)Double Indemnity |
10/3(+17%) | (3) Double Indemnity 10/3, Very promising debut when second beaten 2 1/4l in a novice hurdle at Carlisle latest; effective 2m; likely to get this bit further; more to come judged on point win. Irish point winner and runner-up to a good horse on hurdle debut at Carlisle; up in trip. |
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|PU| (2) (28/1 +15%)Donald Jump |
28/1(+15%) | (2) Donald Jump 28/1, Too green to show anything on debut, needed run when down the field in a novice hurdle at Chepstow most recent; hood first time; plenty to prove. Bumper form here offers hope; quiet hurdle debut but headgear returns. |

MOSSY FEN COOLIO won a point-to-point by 25 lengths at Tallow before being sold on. He unsurprisingly found an extended 1m7f on the sharp side when finishing fourth at Wincanton on his debut under Rules and should do better upped in distance. Double Indemnity ran on into second at Carlisle over 2m1f and could also find improvement for this trip, while Tommy Pickles and Donald Jump are others to consider.

It's a case of whether to go with the proven form of Tommy Pickles or the potential of MOSSY FEN COOLIO.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (1) (1/1 +0%)Kocktail Bleu |
1/1(+0%) | (1) Kocktail Bleu 1/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; improved again back on better ground, had run of messy race at sharp track when second beaten 3l in Dovecote Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Kempton latest; effective 2m-2m2f, acts on heavy and good to soft; in good form and sets the standard. Has built up a solid record at about 2m; ran well in the Dovecote most recently. |
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2nd (2) (5/2 +29%)Lisbane Park |
5/2(+29%) | (2) Lisbane Park 5/2, Ran to form suited by positive ride down in trip just out-battled late when second beaten a nose in a novice hurdle at Exeter latest; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on any; consistent in short career. Brings strong form; beaten only a whisker dropped back to 2m last time; respected. |
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3rd (3) (11/2 -57%)Gambino |
11/2(-57%) | (3) Gambino 11/2, Bit free but improved on stable debut 11l third in a novice at Southwell most recent run; form of Flat win franked; showed a useful level of form in that discipline; very interesting with promise of more to come on hurdle debut. Latest Flat effort (stable debut) is notable form; brings potential to this code. |
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4th (8) (7/2 +61%)Cecilia Star |
7/2(+61%) | (8) Cecilia Star 7/2, Improved for debut experience when winning a 4yo hurdle here by a neck last time; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; flat winner looks type to make a fair hurdler. Prevailed in juvenile hurdle over C&D last time; interesting at the weights. |
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5th (7) (250/1 -25%)Padel Bandit |
250/1(-25%) | (7) Padel Bandit 250/1, Green, outpaced, ran to form when down the field in a maiden hurdle at Fontwell most recent; likely to need more time and handicaps. Pair of duck eggs next to his name. |
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6th (6) (300/1 -100%)Noble Don |
300/1(-100%) | (6) Noble Don 300/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Haydock latest; placed in a point but plenty to prove under rules. Rules form leaves a lot to be desired. |
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7th (5) (250/1 -150%)King Berry |
250/1(-150%) | (5) King Berry 250/1, Outpaced, never threatened when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Taunton latest; effective at 2m on a sound surface; looks in need of more time over hurdles. Holds weak claims on form. |
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8th (4) (50/1 +0%)Giddyupadingdong |
50/1(+0%) | (4) Giddyupadingdong 50/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Wincanton latest where stopped quickly; off a short-break; effective 14f, acts on good; bumper winner needs to leave debut form behind. Twice-raced 6yo who may yet confirm the promise of his 2023 bumper win. |

Although second on his last three outings, KOCKTAIL BLEU has done little wrong and compensation could be on the cards. A reproduction of his latest effort in the Dovecote may be enough for him to get the better of chief threat Lisbane Park. Joe Tizzard's inmate arrives on the back of a narrow defeat at Exeter and he's likely to be in the thick of the action once more. Hurdling debutant Gambino is the pick of the remainder.

Solid performers LISBANE PARK and Kocktail Bleu bring the best hurdles form, while Gambino and Cecilia Star add interest.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (7) (5/1 +23%)Speiriuil |
5/1(+23%) | (7) Speiriuil 5/1, Improved again up in trip landing a handicap by 2l off a 6lb lower mark at Musselburgh last time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on any; progressive, revised mark will demand more. Has done well in cheekpieces, winning her last two; this thriving mare is respected. |
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2nd (9) (7/1 +50%)Jericoacoara |
7/1(+50%) | (9) Jericoacoara 7/1, Ran to form back from break beaten 3 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark at Ayr last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m4f, acts with cut; running into form for new yard. Off a reduced mark he was third to Eloi Du Puy at Ayr and he might not be far away. |
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3rd (11) (40/1 +50%)Rauzan |
40/1(+50%) | (11) Rauzan 40/1, Disappointing back up in trip down the field in a handicap hurdle at Catterick most recent; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f, wants sound surface; in moderate form and hard to make a case for. He's tumbled down weights since British debut; not shaping as though about to capitalise. |
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4th (4) (4/1 +64%)Captain Butler |
4/1(+64%) | (4) Captain Butler 4/1, Outpaced, looked in need of further when beaten 5l in a handicap hurdle at Haydock last time; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f; can do better now back up in trip. Not beaten far back over hurdles in January and the step back up in trip could be a plus. |
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5th (15) (12/1 +14%)Rock Dj |
12/1(+14%) | (15) Rock Dj 12/1, Ran to form on handicap debut when fourth beaten 7l in a handicap hurdle at Ayr latest; off a short-break; effective 2m4f, acts on soft; progressive and mark looks fair. Encouraging fourth on handicap debut at Ayr and every chance he'll continue to progress. |
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6th (10) (18/1 +10%)Coconut Splash |
18/1(+10%) | (10) Coconut Splash 18/1, Ran to recent hurdles best tried in a visor after a wind op beaten a head off a 6lb lower mark at Ayr last time; second run after wind op; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by cut; can be a weak finisher but wind op might have helped on that score. Back to form with close, clear second at Ayr and he can be in the mix if backing that up. |
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7th (8) (14/1 -65%)Eloi Du Puy |
14/1(-65%) | (8) Eloi Du Puy 14/1, Ran to form landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Ayr last time; best at around 2m4f, acts with cut; back in form over hurdles and can go well again. In good form in cheekpieces of late and this three-time course winner might be thereabouts. |
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8th (14) (16/1 +36%)Mountain Molly |
16/1(+36%) | (14) Mountain Molly 16/1, Ran to form back hurdling beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap hurdle at Ayr last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good; didn't take to chasing, consistent over hurdles. Of interest on her autumn form but not quite at the same level in the winter. |
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9th (6) (28/1 -75%)Bathgate |
28/1(-75%) | (6) Bathgate 28/1, Mistakes, found little, said to have bled when sixth beaten 30l off 115 last time, same mark here; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; in good form until latest, stiff mark now. Won three times in the winter and bled from the nose when well beaten at Catterick latest. |
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|B| (1) (13/2 -30%)Judicial Deference |
13/2(-30%) | (1) Judicial Deference 13/2, Bit keen but improved again landing a handicap by 2 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark here last time; effective at 2m4f-2m7f, acts on heavy and good to soft; progressive sort who might land four-timer. Made it 2-2 in handicaps when winning here last month; progressive and holds solid claims. |
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|F| (13) (66/1 -32%)The Navigator |
66/1(-32%) | (13) The Navigator 66/1, Needed run when pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Ayr latest; effective 2m-2m5f on soft and good; bounce back needed. Pulled up at Ayr last time but on soft; two wins over C&D on good ground in the autumn. |
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|U| (16) (22/1 -38%)Wasthatok |
22/1(-38%) | (16) Wasthatok 22/1, Ran to best back on the Flat when landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 47lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 2m-2m5f, best on a sound surface; respected back hurdling. Held at Haydock in January but in good form over hurdles previously; AW win last week. |
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10th (3) (7/2 +56%)Baratablet |
7/2(+56%) | (3) Baratablet 7/2, Ran to form beaten 8l in a handicap hurdle at Newcastle last time; in good form prior; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on good to soft; progressive but handicapper may have caught up. Two wins last year; respectable runs since; lightly raced and may still have more to offer. |
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11th (5) (50/1 -100%)Kingston Narcissus |
50/1(-100%) | (5) Kingston Narcissus 50/1, Never threatened when seventh beaten 44l off 117 last time, same mark here; visor first time; effective at about 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good; consistent until latest, needs more. Won at Sedgefield on first crack at 2m4f but tailed off at Catterick since. |

Judicial Deference handled a 7lb rise for his handicap debut success at Haydock when landing the hat-trick here over slightly further last month. The seven-year-old may well have further progression to come, but BROOKSIDE LA, who finished third at Haydock, has strong claims of reversing the form on 9lb better terms. Dan Skelton's gelding had won the time before at Wetherby and remains unexposed over hurdles. Speiriuil, Eloi Du Puy and Bathgate appeal most of the remainder.

The unexposed 6yo BROOKSIDE LA (nap) has made a good start to life in handicaps and is open to further improvement for Dan Skelton.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (5) (11/2 -65%)French Emperor |
11/2(-65%) | (5) French Emperor 11/2, Never travelled, below form back down in trip when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Exeter latest; effective 2m on soft, good to soft; maiden form strong, progressive in handicaps though mark may now be high enough; needs the longer trip to bring out more improvement. Flopped badly when warm favourite this month; moves up in trip with a point to prove. |
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2nd (2) (7/1 +22%)Lord Snootie |
7/1(+22%) | (2) Lord Snootie 7/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Windsor latest; off a short-break; effective 3m; well treated on old form but needs to prove ability remains after lay off. Well beaten on both starts since returning from a long layoff in December. |
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3rd (6) (11/2 -38%)Gwennie May Star |
11/2(-38%) | (6) Gwennie May Star 11/2, Scored by 3l off a 6lb lower mark at Warwick penultimate start; never travelled, well held up in grade when pulled up in a handicap hurdle latest; effective 2-3m; not fully exposed as a stayer. Two wins for Olly Murphy this season; ran poorly last month; now with new stable. |
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4th (7) (6/5 +40%)Karma Police |
6/5(+40%) | (7) Karma Police 6/5, Conceded first run, ran to form up in trip when second beaten 19l in a handicap hurdle at Newbury latest; effective 2m2f-2m5f, acts on soft and heavy; should do better yet now handicapping but mark demands it. Well held when second on handicap debut (2m4f) but can improve over this new trip. |
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5th (3) (13/2 -44%)Gentleman Bill |
13/2(-44%) | (3) Gentleman Bill 13/2, Mistakes, race may have come a bit soon when well beaten in a handicap chase at Haydock latest; effective 2-2 1/2m; generally consistent in this discipline; must bounce back. Well beaten over fences last month but reverts to hurdling on a tempting mark; interesting. |
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6th (1) (10/1 +17%)Benign Dictator |
10/1(+17%) | (1) Benign Dictator 10/1, Scored by 4 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Warwick three starts back; never threatened seventh beaten 36l off 124 last time, 2lb lower here; blinkers first time; effective 2 1/2-3 1/4m, acts on any; back in form after lay off until latest. Ended 2025 with career-best effort but looked laboured on first two outings this year. |

Benign Dictator failed to run to form when seventh at Newbury but if he reacts positively to first-time blinkers, he is more than capable of a bold effort. However, KARMA POLICE steps up in distance after a 19-length second at Newbury off his current mark and, as a point-to-point winner over 3m, he could take the necessary step forward. Gwennie May Star is an interesting alternative on his first start for Christian Williams.

He needs to bounce back from last month's heavy defeat over fences but GENTLEMAN BILL is attractively weighted over hurdles.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (3) (9/2 +25%)Mount Ruapehu |
9/2(+25%) | (3) Mount Ruapehu 9/2, Benefitted from step back up in trip landing a handicap by a neck off a 2lb lower mark here last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; in good form, still well treated on old Irish efforts, remain competitive. C&D win last week on just his second run for new stable; 2lb rise not insurmountable. |
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2nd (1) (11/10 +27%)Tuscan Point |
11/10(+27%) | (1) Tuscan Point 11/10, Returned to form in first time tongue tie landing a handicap by 5 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark here last time; effective 6/7f, acts on any surface; tricky ride but capable, may have more to offer now he's finally had his head in front. Bolted up over C&D on stable debut ten days ago; up 10lb but it might not be enough. |
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3rd (7) (5/1 +9%)Moonhall Lass |
5/1(+9%) | (7) Moonhall Lass 5/1, Below form down the field in a handicap at Dundalk most recent; off a short-break; effective 6/7f on sound surface; fair mark on Irish form but still a maiden and others likelier. 0-22 in Ireland but starts out for her new trainer off a lowly mark; one to consider. |
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4th (2) (11/1 -83%)Bullington Bry |
11/1(-83%) | (2) Bullington Bry 11/1, Forced wide from poor draw, ran to form beaten 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective 6-8f, acts on good to firm, good to soft and AW; maiden in good form but needs more. 0-15 but he has been threatening, including over C&D last week; frame claims again. |
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5th (5) (8/1 -33%)Ardaddy |
8/1(-33%) | (5) Ardaddy 8/1, Every chance, below form beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; in good form prior; cheekpieces first time; top course trainer; effective at 6-9f, acts on AW; running back into form until latest. Failed to fire at Wolverhampton last week (7f) and now tried in headgear. |
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6th (4) (9/1 -13%)Amerjeet |
9/1(-13%) | (4) Amerjeet 9/1, Met trouble when closing, too much to do after beaten 2l off this mark here last time; effective at 5/6f, best on sound surface; can do better with a clear run. Met trouble here last week but overall record suggests he's one to tread carefully with. |
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7th (6) (50/1 -213%)Up The Monk |
50/1(-213%) | (6) Up The Monk 50/1, Every chance, below form, helped set it up for closers well beaten in a handicap here latest; top course trainer; effective 6/7f, all worthwhile runs on AW; capable off this mark but unreliable. C&D winner; had been in fair form prior to finishing 11l behind Tuscan Point last time. |

Tuscan Point provided Adam Kirby with the perfect start to his training career when scoring over C&D in some style. That said, he is essentially 15lb higher when factoring in his rider's claim from last week, and that might give the edge to MOUNT RUAPEHU. Only raised 2lb for his success on the same card here, the six-year-old can confirm form with Bullington Bry, who finished third.

Moonhall Lass is of some interest on her stable debut but TUSCAN POINT won easily here ten days ago and can defy his 10lb rise.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (1) (10/3 +0%)Storming George |
10/3(+0%) | (1) Storming George 10/3, Outclassed back up in grade when well beaten in Dovecote Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Kempton latest; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; limitations exposed at Graded level but could make impact in handicaps. 2nd of five in Doncaster handicap (extended 2m3f) two runs ago; needs to resume progress. |
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2nd (5) (12/1 -41%)Glancing Jack |
12/1(-41%) | (5) Glancing Jack 12/1, Ran to form when winning a maiden hurdle at Hereford by 4 1/4l last time; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on soft, good to soft; in good form, more to come now handicapping but mark demands it. Comfortably on top in a 2m4f maiden at Hereford (soft; worst result was on good) last time. |
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3rd (10) (11/4 +61%)Thewoodcorner |
11/4(+61%) | (10) Thewoodcorner 11/4, Improved again, looked in need of stiffer test when second beaten 9l in a 4yo hurdle at Huntingdon latest; effective 2m, acts on good to soft and soft; in form, looks strong stayer at 2m; form of sole win franked emphatically; big chance. Progressive juvenile hurdler; this longer trip could suit him very well on handicap debut. |
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4th (3) (9/1 +10%)Red Oak |
9/1(+10%) | (3) Red Oak 9/1, Pulled up in Premier Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Kelso latest where outclassed effective 2m-2m4f, acts on good to soft and good; previous novice form franked; needs this drop in grade; outside claims. Pulled up at Kelso latest but he was 28-1 in that Grade 2 and retains some interest. |
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5th (9) (8/1 +33%)Diamond Koda |
8/1(+33%) | (9) Diamond Koda 8/1, Did it comfortably, improved benefitting from leaders getting racing early down in trip landing a handicap by 12l off a 8lb lower mark at Doncaster last time; effective 2 1/2m, acts on good to soft, good; generally consistent. Drew 12l clear for breakthrough win at Doncaster (extended 2m3f, good to soft); up 8lb. |
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6th (7) (6/1 +25%)Doctors Hill |
6/1(+25%) | (7) Doctors Hill 6/1, Ran to form beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; has experience edge; in fair form, mark demands more. Seemingly stretched when he tried 2m4f; hurdling score is 1-7 and he may prove vulnerable. |
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7th (6) (12/1 +14%)Kapitein Kool |
12/1(+14%) | (6) Kapitein Kool 12/1, Ran to form down in trip when winning a novice hurdle at Exeter by a nose last time; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on heavy and good; debut form looks good, progressing but mark asks more. Won two of four hurdle races, 2nd in the others; makes handicap debut on a reasonable mark. |
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8th (8) (20/1 +39%)The Boss Bear |
20/1(+39%) | (8) The Boss Bear 20/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Fontwell latest where failed to handle heavy; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on good to soft and good; more to come over hurdles back on better ground. Early days but markedly better is needed; poor show on handicap debut (near 2m2f, heavy). |
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9th (2) (8/1 -45%)Fresh Perspective |
8/1(-45%) | (2) Fresh Perspective 8/1, Outclassed up in grade when comfortably held in Don Lockwood Sidney Banks Memorial Novices' Hurdle (Listed) at Huntingdon last time; trainer in form; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; form of wins had knocks but not ruled out down in class on handicap debut. Tongue tied when running poorly last time and had wind surgery soon afterwards. |

Storming George shouldn't be judged too harshly on his latest seventh in a Grade 2 at Kempton and better is expected reverting to handicap company. However, GRAND VENDETTA got the better of a subsequent winner when opening his account at Taunton and an initial mark of 120 could prove to be lenient. Hereford scorer Glancing Jack and easy Doncaster winner Diamond Koda are others of interest in an open event.

The slightly shorter trip on drying ground may make GRAND VENDETTA's task a bit more tricky but he may also be the best prospect.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (11) (16/5 -42%)Kilgame |
16/5(-42%) | (11) Kilgame 16/5, Ran to form up in trip when fourth beaten 13l in a maiden hurdle at Naas latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m3f with cut; good chance in this. Had plenty to spare over Newbrook Diamond in a race over further, form could be misleading. |
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2nd (2) (15/8 +53%)Begorra Man |
15/8(+53%) | (2) Begorra Man 15/8, Ran to form back from 12 months off when second beaten 4 1/2l in a bumper at Punchestown latest; effective 2m, acts on heavy and yielding; can go well back hurdling. Promising in two bumper runs a year apart, fifth to Kopek Des Bordes on only hurdles run. |
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3rd (23) (13/8 +46%)Munsif |
13/8(+46%) | (23) Munsif 13/8, Never put into the race on final qualifying run when 9 1/4l third in a 4yo hurdle at Naas most recent run; effective at 2m, acts on soft and good; surely has more to offer. Overall form implies a likely preference for better ground, has been keeping good company. |
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4th (8) (7/2 -27%)Famous Figure |
7/2(-27%) | (8) Famous Figure 7/2, Bit keen but improved when second beaten 6 1/2l in a maiden hurdle at Naas latest; effective 2m, acts with cut; bumper winner may have bit more to offer over hurdles. Pleasing run behind a hot favourite at Naas, Jack Kennedy prefers him to Newbrook Diamond. |
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5th (3) (66/1 +0%)Blue Du Neuf |
66/1(+0%) | (3) Blue Du Neuf 66/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle here latest; effective 2m, acts on heavy and yielding; drop in trip a plus. Remote fourth on hurdling debut over C&D; jumped badly in 2m6f event here last time. |
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6th (27) (80/1 0%)Poet's Gale |
80/1(0%) | (27) Poet's Gale 80/1, Ran to form well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse latest; effective 2m; could improve a little over fences but needs to. Reserve, has hinted at ability in two maiden hurdle outings, future may lie in handicaps. |
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7th (7) (25/1 -25%)Cloudio |
25/1(-25%) | (7) Cloudio 25/1, Similar level to hurdles debut tried in a tongue-tie when fourth beaten 20l in a maiden hurdle at Naas latest; effective 2m, acts on heavy and yielding; could get competitive. Point winners, second in a bumper, two fair hurdle runs, well held by Famous Figure. |
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8th (15) (50/1 0%)Theabsolutegov'nor |
50/1(0%) | (15) Theabsolutegov'nor 50/1, Similar level to bumper debut down the field in a maiden hurdle at Naas most recent; off a short-break; possible improver dropped in trip. Fair run in a Galway bumper, may improve from a hurdles run at Naas in December. |
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9th (20) (125/1 -89%)Orinoco Walk |
125/1(-89%) | (20) Orinoco Walk 125/1, Some promise on hurdles debut comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown last time; effective 2m5f on soft; drop in trip not certain to suit. Well beaten in three bumpers, failed to get into contention on hurdling debut. |
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|U| (5) (100/1 -25%)Chopsticks |
100/1(-25%) | (5) Chopsticks 100/1, Below form back up in trip down the field in a handicap at the Curragh most recent; in good form prior; all to do now though switching to hurdles. One win from 22 starts on the Flat, placed eight times; likely to need jumping experience. |
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10th (6) (125/1 -89%)Cloonbonniffe |
125/1(-89%) | (6) Cloonbonniffe 125/1, 24,000 euros Maxios gelding; half-brother to Nancy Wyse, fair from 16f to 20f; best watched in a competitive race on debut. Half-brother to winners Nancy Wyse (point and bumper) and Earthly Reason (point). |
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11th (13) (250/1 -25%)Microscope |
250/1(-25%) | (13) Microscope 250/1, Poor hurdles debut down the field in a maiden hurdle at Down Royal most recent; off a short-break; seemed effective at 2m in bumpers; major improvement needed. Pulled up all four starts in points, two ordinary bumper runs, tailed off on hurdles debut. |
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12th (24) (150/1 -127%)Youknowthecode |
150/1(-127%) | (24) Youknowthecode 150/1, Below debut level comfortably held in a maiden hurdle here last time; from top yard but plenty more needed. No sign of winning potential at this early stage, stable has two strong contenders. |
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13th (4) (250/1 -67%)Calm Flight Ahead |
250/1(-67%) | (4) Calm Flight Ahead 250/1, Never in it from off the pace down the field in a maiden hurdle at Thurles most recent; yet to show anything. Failed to complete in three outings in points, has posed no threat in two hurdle starts. |
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14th (18) (100/1 -100%)Baby Fish |
100/1(-100%) | (18) Baby Fish 100/1, Showed minor promise on debut well beaten in a maiden hurdle here only start; effective 2m; should improve a little for initial experience. Beaten almost 50l when sixth in a ten-runner C&D maiden on debut, best watched for now. |
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15th (25) (150/1 -50%)Boogie Inthejungle |
150/1(-50%) | (25) Boogie Inthejungle 150/1, Fell when well held in a maiden hurdle at Gowran Park latest; not proven beyond 6f on the Flat; all to prove on what we've seen. 0-6 on the Flat, rated a modest 60. no encouragement from his first two hurdle starts. |
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16th (17) (125/1 -25%)Auntie Ida |
125/1(-25%) | (17) Auntie Ida 125/1, Improved a little for debut experience down the field in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown most recent; effective 2m2f-2m4f; type to do better handicapping. Fourth in a bumper at Punchestown; soundly beaten in two hurdle races at the same venue. |
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17th (10) (125/1 -150%)Herecomesmybaby |
125/1(-150%) | (10) Herecomesmybaby 125/1, Promising enough debut when 31l fourth in a maiden at Borris House first-time out; effective at 3m in points; brings plenty of potential to rules racing. Remote fourth of five finishers in a maiden point at Borris House, unlikely to feature. |
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18th (12) (150/1 -50%)Lanzhou |
150/1(-50%) | (12) Lanzhou 150/1, Poor rules debut down the field in a maiden hurdle at Gowran Park most recent; effective at 3m in points; major improvement needed. Mild promise in points; completely tailed off in a maiden hurdle at Gowran a fortnight ago. |
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19th (26) (250/1 -25%)Ur My Fav |
250/1(-25%) | (26) Ur My Fav 250/1, Never in it from off the pace at Naas latest; yet to show any real signs of ability and hard to make a case for. Unseated at the second over C&D on debut, 200-1 when tailed off at Naas, can be ruled out. |
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20th (21) (250/1 -25%)Clonbury Court |
250/1(-25%) | (21) Clonbury Court 250/1, Yard won this last year; pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Naas latest; all to prove and hard to make a case for. Unable to make any impact in outings at Fairyhouse and Naas, no apparent chance.. |
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21st (22) (150/1 -127%)Mac An Fiach |
150/1(-127%) | (22) Mac An Fiach 150/1, Pulled up in a point at Ballygogue House on debut; hard to make a case for on rules debut. Struggling at half way when pulled up in a maiden point last month, can be discounted. |
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22nd (19) (250/1 -25%)Castlerock Lady |
250/1(-25%) | (19) Castlerock Lady 250/1, Green, never travelled down the field in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse most recent; off a short-break; can only be watched for now. Huge price in maiden Naas and Fairyhouse and has run accordingly. |

One of three Gavin Cromwell-trained representatives in the line-up, BEGORRA MAN gets the nod. The choice of Keith Donoghue, his debut effort behind Kopek Des Bordes at Leopardstown in 2024 is a particularly eyecatching piece of form. Second of four on his return from nearly a year off at Punchestown last month, he can be expected to step forward from that effort. Gordon Elliott also saddles three, with Famous Figure appearing the pick of them. Successful in a bumper when in the care of Pat Fahey, he was second of 16 at Naas recently. Elliott's Newbrook Diamond (first-time blinkers) also warrants the utmost respect, with Kilgame, Munsif and hurdling debutant Chopsticks other leading hopes.

Gavin Cromwell may have the solution with BEGORRA MAN who can be expected to improve from a bumper run at Punchestown
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (2) (20/1 -82%)Queenie St Clair |
20/1(-82%) | (2) Queenie St Clair 20/1, Travelled but found nil on quicker surface, race may have come too soon when only fifth at Newbury last time; effective around 2m on any ground; generally in good form for new yard and chance if bouncing back. Two wins from first three starts for this yard and perhaps her latest run came too soon. |
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2nd (7) (11/1 -22%)First Candidate |
11/1(-22%) | (7) First Candidate 11/1, Ran to form when second beaten 3/4l in a novice hurdle at Ludlow latest; effective at 2m, acts with cut; possible improver now handicapping. Close second at Ludlow last month and on that evidence there's mileage in her opening mark. |
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3rd (16) (18/1 +45%)Madame La Papillon |
18/1(+45%) | (16) Madame La Papillon 18/1, Bit below form when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Hereford last time; in good form prior; effective at around 2m on soft and good to soft; could bounce back on handicap debut. Runner-up on first two hurdle starts before Hereford blip; she's not ruled out each-way. |
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4th (3) (12/1 -33%)Beauty In The Park |
12/1(-33%) | (3) Beauty In The Park 12/1, Run of race and improved to get off the mark when winning a novice hurdle at Taunton by 3 1/2l last time; effective 2m, acts on heavy and good to soft; more to come in handicaps. Won at Taunton last month and could continue to progress now switched to handicaps. |
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5th (14) (33/1 +0%)Gintime |
33/1(+0%) | (14) Gintime 33/1, Made too much use of down the field in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle most recent; effective 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; needs more to defy this mark. Her maiden hurdle win didn't reveal much and she was down the field on handicap debut. |
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6th (11) (20/1 -100%)Belle Le Grand |
20/1(-100%) | (11) Belle Le Grand 20/1, Again nearer last than first down the field in a handicap hurdle at Market Rasen most recent; enjoys making it; effective 2m, acts on sound surface; mark keeps easing but needs more. Could benefit from the drop back in trip but others arrive with more compelling claims. |
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7th (6) (28/1 -56%)Azahara Palace |
28/1(-56%) | (6) Azahara Palace 28/1, Improved on handicap debut when second beaten 6l in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle latest; trainer in form; effective around 2m with cut; capable off this mark. Runner-up on h'cap hurdle debut at Carlisle; could still be capable of better in this code. |
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8th (12) (25/1 +0%)Klassy Pearl |
25/1(+0%) | (12) Klassy Pearl 25/1, Too much to do but improved on handicap debut when second beaten 5l in a handicap hurdle at Exeter latest; effective at 2m on any; more to come in handicaps, likely get bit further. 5l second of four on h'cap debut; it looked a warm little contest; may have more to offer. |
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9th (4) (18/1 +28%)Anariza |
18/1(+28%) | (4) Anariza 18/1, Bit below form up in class but not given a hard time when comfortably held in Dovecote Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Kempton last time; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; spring form franked and might have more to offer handicapping. Respectable fifth in Grade 2 novice last month and not ruled out in her first handicap. |
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|PU| (1) (5/4 +29%)Khrisma |
5/4(+29%) | (1) Khrisma 5/4, Strong at finish, scored with bit in hand when winning a novice hurdle at Market Rasen by 2l last time; effective at 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; from top stable and has more to offer now handicapping. 2-time novice hurdle winner who is in top hands and could be better than her opening mark. |
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|PU| (5) (12/1 +25%)Diamonds Galore |
12/1(+25%) | (5) Diamonds Galore 12/1, Travelled and ran to form on handicap debut beaten 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Ludlow last time; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; more to come. Clear second on h'cap debut at Ludlow; could play another leading role even now 4lb higher. |
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|PU| (10) (15/2 +25%)Our Peggy |
15/2(+25%) | (10) Our Peggy 15/2, Did too much early when second beaten 2l in a novice hurdle at Wincanton latest; effective at 2m on good to soft; needs to settle better to fulfil potential. Likeable performance when clear second at Wincanton; could be in the mix on handicap debut. |
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|PU| (13) (16/1 +11%)Riviera Walk |
16/1(+11%) | (13) Riviera Walk 16/1, Back to best in getting off the mark when winning a maiden hurdle at Catterick by 15l last time; effective 2m-2m4f on soft and good; needs more back in a handicap. Easy win in recent Catterick maiden and she could be progressive; not discounted. |
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|PU| (9) (20/1 -11%)Yeld To Call |
20/1(-11%) | (9) Yeld To Call 20/1, Improved faced with deeper ground when second beaten 3 1/2l in a novice hurdle at Taunton latest; tongue-tie first time; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on heavy and good to soft; may have more to offer now handicapping. Runner-up to Beauty In The Park at Taunton and she's 6lb better off on this handicap debut. |
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|PU| (15) (25/1 -39%)Crystal Days |
25/1(-39%) | (15) Crystal Days 25/1, Back to form when second beaten 4 1/4l in a novice hurdle at Catterick latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good; more to come now handicapping. Makes handicap debut off workable mark after wind op; represents in-form southern stable. |

KHRISMA makes plenty of appeal on her handicap debut and has the credentials to be well ahead of her opening mark. Nicky Henderson's mare was talked up for the County Hurdle ahead of Cheltenham last week but was too low in the weights to get a run and this valuable prize appears to be well within her compass. Queenie St Clair may have been inconvenienced by a quick turnaround at Newbury and is worth another chance, while First Candidate and Beauty In The Park are both open to significant improvement.

Topweight KHRISMA beat a quality field in a novice at Market Rasen last month to post her second hurdle win and can follow up.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (6/4 +70%)No Tackle |
6/4(+70%) | (4) No Tackle 6/4, Ran to form at favoured venue when second beaten 5 1/2l in a handicap chase at Leicester latest; effective 2m6f-3m2f, suited by plenty cut, acts on good; erratic until this year; threat. Bang in form, still on a fair mark and drying ground won't bother him at all. |
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(5) (11/4 -22%)Bo Cruz |
11/4(-22%) | (5) Bo Cruz 11/4, Did it cosily and improved again landing a handicap by 6 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark at Wetherby last time; effective around 2m4f-3m, acts on soft and good to soft; progressing as distance increases and should remain competitive. On a hat-trick but he's up in the weights and in grade, and may need soft ground. |
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(1) (7/2 -56%)Joyeux Machin |
7/2(-56%) | (1) Joyeux Machin 7/2, Taken on up front and set it up for closers, outstayed when down the field in Swinley Handicap Chase at Ascot most recent; effective 2 1/2m, barely gets 3m; frustrating type but is well treated on old Irish form. Ex-Irish gelding who is 0-10 for this yard but he has the form to threaten all of these. |
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(2) (5/1 -11%)Val Dancer |
5/1(-11%) | (2) Val Dancer 5/1, Every chance, ran to form just tiring late, possibly outstayed when fourth beaten 12l in a handicap chase at Newcastle latest; enjoys making it; suited by 3m+, acts with cut; former Welsh National winner back in form, big player dropping in grade and trip. Could be dangerous off this mark, for all that he's made his name over further. |
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(3) (22/1 -193%)Castle Robin |
22/1(-193%) | (3) Castle Robin 22/1, Probably needed race, ran to form, well backed when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Warwick last time; effective 3m, acts on soft, good; inconsistent, well treated on old form, has run well fresh but needs to prove ability remains after lay off. Long absence to overcome and aged 11, but potentially very well handicapped. |

Val Dancer is the only course winner here having scored over hurdles in 2022 and he is even better over fences, with five career wins including the 2024 Welsh National. He can go well off this mark but he might have to give way to the younger BO CRUZ, who is looking for his hat-trick after wins at Catterick and Wetherby. He is on an upward curve and should handle the rise in class. No Tackle is fancied to come out best of the rest.

Val Dancer hasn't been running at all badly over longer trips but drying ground swings the pendulum towards JOYEUX MACHIN.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(2) (3/1 +54%)Heretic |
3/1(+54%) | (2) Heretic 3/1, Yard won this last year; ran to form beaten 1 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; effective at 8f, acts well on AW; below last winning mark, form in and out. Two C&D wins last October and solid efforts in two of three runs this year; each-way shout. |
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(1) (4/1 +11%)Fifty Sent |
4/1(+11%) | (1) Fifty Sent 4/1, Ran to form when winning a classified race here by 1/2l last time; trainer in form; effective 7/8f, yet to prove stays further, acts on any; remain competitive back in a handicap. Back-to-back C&D classified wins this month; should go well returned to a handicap. |
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(3) (9/2 -13%)Ribston Pippin |
9/2(-13%) | (3) Ribston Pippin 9/2, Ran to form down in trip landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark here last time; off a short-break; effective 8-10f, acts on a sound surface; competitive mark still with latest run franked. C&D win when last seen in December; up 5lb but he should give it another good go. |
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(5) (6/1 +14%)Mr Fustic |
6/1(+14%) | (5) Mr Fustic 6/1, Ran to form in new headgear combo beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Chelmsford last time; effective at 8f, acts on AW; more like it in this headgear combo latest. On a handy mark and more encouragement last month when visored for the first time. |
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(6) (8/1 -60%)Volendam |
8/1(-60%) | (6) Volendam 8/1, No obvious excuse beaten 6l in a handicap at Chelmsford last time; in good form prior; effective 5-8f, acts on good to firm and AW; still a maiden and becoming frustrating. 0-15 but placed in 4 of 8 starts for Tony Carroll, including C&D; not straightforward. |
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(4) (17/2 +29%)Trais Fluors |
17/2(+29%) | (4) Trais Fluors 17/2, Scored by a head off this mark at Newcastle in January; effective 7/8f, prefers a sound surface; bounce back needed but on competitive mark, run style requires luck. Newcastle win off this mark on New Year's Day; should be arriving on the scene late. |
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(8) (16/1 -33%)Scenario |
16/1(-33%) | (8) Scenario 16/1, Scored by a short-head off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton in January; effective 7-10f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; back below last winning mark but struggling of late. Won off a higher mark in January but she has failed to kick on from that. |
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(11) (16/1 -167%)Conquest Of Power |
16/1(-167%) | (11) Conquest Of Power 16/1, Ran to form a neck third in a classified race at Wolverhampton most recent run; significant jockey booking; effective 6-8f, acts on soft and good, recent form all on AW; chance if building on latest. Back to form with a close 3rd at Wolverhampton 19 days ago; stays 1m; should go well. |
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(9) (18/1 +36%)Create |
18/1(+36%) | (9) Create 18/1, Needed run beaten 8l in a handicap here last time; in good form prior; effective 7/8f, just gets a stiff mile, on a sound surface; likes the track but unreliable. Three-time C&D winner; sharper for her recent return to action; not ruled out. |
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(7) (40/1 -233%)Dinah Myte |
40/1(-233%) | (7) Dinah Myte 40/1, Made move too soon up in trip, not stay beaten 6l in a handicap at Redcar last time; in good form prior; returning from a break; effective 1m, acts on heavy and good to soft, sound surface should suit action; has found form, drop in trip a plus. Improved for slow turf in the 2nd half of 2025; further progress necessary to take this. |
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(10) (50/1 -25%)Coverbridge |
50/1(-25%) | (10) Coverbridge 50/1, Well beaten here, too slow away down the field in a classified race at Catterick most recent; effective 7-8f; out of form. Struggled last year; down in weights & will appreciate return to AW but not a solid option. |

Fifty Sent has won both starts this month over C&D in classified events, but reverting to handicap company off a 4lb higher mark might prove to be his undoing. Therefore, the vote goes to RIBSTON PIPPIN. The four-year-old benefited from the return to a mile here just before Christmas and it wouldn't be a surprise if he had more to offer. Heretic completes the shortlist.

There are plenty of possibles, including multiple C&D winner Create and the well-treated CONQUEST OF POWER.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (11/10 +56%)Heltenham |
11/10(+56%) | (4) Heltenham 11/10, Won this in 2023 and 2024; back to form landing a Greatwood Gold Cup by 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark here last time; effective around 2m4f, acts on good to soft, good; jumping erratic, goes well at Newbury, should be thereabouts. Suited by this C&D; back to form in the Greatwood Gold Cup; won this race in 2023 and 2024. |
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(5) (4/1 +0%)Prairie Wolf |
4/1(+0%) | (5) Prairie Wolf 4/1, Returned to form down in grade landing a handicap by 2l off a 3lb lower mark at Newcastle last time; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; back in form after wind op but another career best needed. Has looked as good as ever in winning two of his last three races; likely player. |
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(1) (5/1 +17%)Twinjets |
5/1(+17%) | (1) Twinjets 5/1, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; pulled up in Greatwood Gold Cup here latest where stopped quickly having been taken on up front; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on good to soft, good; current mark demands career best. Hindered by being unable to dominate last time; chance hinges on getting an easy lead. |
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(3) (8/1 -45%)Knappers Hill |
8/1(-45%) | (3) Knappers Hill 8/1, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; pulled up in a handicap chase at Warwick latest where failed to handle heavy; effective around 2m4f, acts on good to soft, good to firm; may now be at level following lay off but former Grade 2 winner looks on fair mark. Very attractively treated on historical data, which includes Grade 2 wins; one to consider. |
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(6) (11/1 -57%)Scarface |
11/1(-57%) | (6) Scarface 11/1, Mistakes, not find much when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Kempton last time; effective at around 2 1/2m, acts on any; mark high enough and enthusiasm concerns. Good second in this race last year, prior to beating Heltenham at Newton Abbot. |
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(2) (12/1 +0%)Hercule Du Seuil |
12/1(+0%) | (2) Hercule Du Seuil 12/1, Too much to do, never put into the race when fourth beaten 20l in a handicap chase at Doncaster latest; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by sound surface; competitive at G2/3 level on decent ground, mark looks fair for new yard judged on classy Irish form. Has a doubt over current form; second start for new stable. |
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(8) (22/1 -83%)Coastguard Station |
22/1(-83%) | (8) Coastguard Station 22/1, Up in trip, didn't stay when well beaten in Sodexo Live! Gold Cup at Ascot latest; returning from a break; effective 2-2 1/2m, needs sound surface; has to be played late, drop in trip a plus and could bounce back. Saved for spring ground; scored under Sean Bowen on penultimate appearance. |

Having travelled with verve when lifting his second Greatwood Gold Cup over C&D, HELTENHAM may take some stopping in his bid to land this race for the third time. The runner-up subsequently franked the form with a close-up fourth in the Ultima, while the third scored at Kempton. Prairie Wolf regained the winning thread at Newcastle last month and may serve the most resistance to the selection, ahead of Knappers Hill, who lurks on an attractive mark.

C&D specialist HELTENHAM (nap) is taken to land this prize for the third time. Scarface is second pick.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(5) (11/4 +54%)Catchabird |
11/4(+54%) | (5) Catchabird 11/4, Improved in reapplied hood when winning a maiden hurdle at Wexford by 3 1/4l last time; effective 2m-2m7f, acts with cut; more to come in the headgear, may defy penalty. Deserved her breakthrough win in a maiden on Tuesday, 7lb penalty may anchor her. |
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(3) (3/1 +25%)Maxios Prime |
3/1(+25%) | (3) Maxios Prime 3/1, Ran to form when 8 1/2l third in a handicap hurdle at Leopardstown most recent run; effective at 2m-2m2f, acts on heavy and good; run style requires luck but in form and mark fair. Two most recent runs at Leopardstown offer plenty of encouragement for her chance. |
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(7) (4/1 -33%)Rathbawn Soldier |
4/1(-33%) | (7) Rathbawn Soldier 4/1, Improved down in grade and trip, appreciating stiff track on handicap debut when landing a handicap by 3 1/2l off a 9lb lower mark at Naas last time; effective 2m, soft to heavy; unexposed but revised mark will demand more. Won readily on handicap debut at Naas, this similar track should play to her strength. |
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(8) (8/1 -78%)Somersby Roost |
8/1(-78%) | (8) Somersby Roost 8/1, Travelled but didn't find as much as looked likely, improved when fourth beaten 12l in an auction hurdle at Leopardstown latest; effective 2m-2m4f with cut; may do better in handicaps. Ran respectably in novice company last time, previous maiden hurdle form is unconvincing. |
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(10) (10/1 +44%)Stiltellinemnuttin |
10/1(+44%) | (10) Stiltellinemnuttin 10/1, Continued in moderate form when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Naas most recent; effective 2m, acts with cut; inconsistent, mark stiff. Dropped away in the Naas race won by Rathbawn Soldier, major improvement required. |
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(4) (11/1 +45%)A Snow White Park |
11/1(+45%) | (4) A Snow White Park 11/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Limerick latest; effective 2m1f on good ground; drop in trip a plus but ground a worry. Long-priced Ballinrobe winner last spring, uninspiring handicap form before a break. |
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(2) (12/1 +25%)Sopelana |
12/1(+25%) | (2) Sopelana 12/1, Well held back in a handicap, race may have come too soon when fourth beaten 70l off 120 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 2m with cut; in fair form over hurdles until latest. Has managed three wins since last autumn despite showing uneven form, others preferred. |
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(9) (16/1 -113%)Simple Things |
16/1(-113%) | (9) Simple Things 16/1, Below previous level tried in a hood well beaten in a graduation hurdle at Punchestown latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft to heavy; possible improver now handicapping. Debut at Fairyhouse much the best of her three qualifying runs, market may provide clues. |
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(1) (20/1 +20%)Disco Dancer |
20/1(+20%) | (1) Disco Dancer 20/1, Never competitive back from a year off when well beaten in a maiden at Dundalk latest; effective around 2m, best on a sound surface; fair mark but ground a concern back in a handicap. Should be better for a Dundalk run, fourth in a Listed mares' handicap at last year's DRF. |
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(11) (20/1 -150%)Tropical Twist |
20/1(-150%) | (11) Tropical Twist 20/1, Ran to form when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Perth last time; effective around 2m with cut; might do better now handicapping. No major progression in her three maiden outings but does not look over-burdened. |
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(6) (80/1 -300%)Elsannah |
80/1(-300%) | (6) Elsannah 80/1, Travelled, benefitted from patient ride off strong pace when landing a handicap by a head off a 4lb lower mark at Cork last time; absent for very lengthy period; tongue-tie first time; effective 2m3f-3m with cut; monster absence to overcome. Progressive in staying handicaps three seasons ago, in a new stable after mammoth absence. |
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(12) (80/1 +0%)Mercurial Sea |
80/1(+0%) | (12) Mercurial Sea 80/1, Went too fast and pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on heavy and good; worth another chance in handicaps. Placed twice early in her career, has struggled at Fairyhouse on her last two outings. |

TROPICAL TWIST could be thrown in off an initial mark of 95. Out of a half-sister to plenty of winners, she has shown definite promise in maidens and now starts off in handicap company. Gordon Elliott trains the selection and is also represented by top-weight Disco Dancer. Fourth of 16 in a competitive affair at last year's Dublin Racing Festival, a reproduction of that effort would be good enough to take this. Bidding to quickly follow up her breakthrough success at Wexford on St Patrick's Day, Catchabird is of definite interest, while recent Naas winner Rathbawn Soldier is another leading hope. Winning her last two but not seen since April 2023, Elsannah is now in the care of Paul Gilligan but is probably best watched on her return. Maxios Prime, Sopelana and Somersby Roost are others of interest in this competitive affair.

Third at Leopardstown early this month, MAXIOS PRIME can be fancied to uphold form with penalised Wexford winner Catchabird
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(1) (10/3 -11%)Diamond Dealer |
10/3(-11%) | (1) Diamond Dealer 10/3, Travelled well and improved down in trip and grade but wound it up too early, being caught on the post by a strong stayer when beaten a short-head off a 3lb lower mark at Wetherby last time; progressing over fences. Short-headed at Wetherby last month and this unexposed 7yo is a major player. |
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(5) (7/2 +46%)Moon Phases |
7/2(+46%) | (5) Moon Phases 7/2, Too keen and did not get home when third here last time. Effective over 2m-2m6f; acts on heavy and good to soft. Progressing over fences and more to come if settling better. Won at Newcastle in January and heavy ground may not have suited here next time. |
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(3) (7/2 +30%)Glen Road |
7/2(+30%) | (3) Glen Road 7/2, Improved for the step up in trip and jumped much better, well placed in a race dominated from the front when beaten 3 1/4l off a 1lb lower mark at Sandown last time; more to come over fences. Course hurdle winner who was a good second over fences at Sandown recently; contender. |
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(7) (11/2 +8%)Bridge Court |
11/2(+8%) | (7) Bridge Court 11/2, Improved slightly to get off the mark over fences when winning a handicap by 4 1/4l off an 8lb lower mark at Musselburgh last time; effective around 2m1f-3m and may have more to come as a chaser. Hit with 8lb rise for Musselburgh but had plenty in hand and could still be well treated. |
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(10) (11/1 +0%)Defence Witness |
11/1(+0%) | (10) Defence Witness 11/1, Ran to form when second, beaten 3 1/4l off 94 last time and runs off the same mark here; blinkers applied for the first time. Effective over 2m5f-3m on a sound surface; inconsistent but capable. Progressive in cheekpieces and now gets blinkers; a career best is necessary up in grade. |
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(4) (11/1 +21%)Joecooker |
11/1(+21%) | (4) Joecooker 11/1, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 20l in a handicap chase here last time; cheekpieces are applied for the first time. Effective at 2m-2m5f; consistent but needs more to be competitive. Placed twice in a row in December and has had possible excuses on his last two starts. |
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(6) (20/1 -82%)Sleeping Satellite |
20/1(-82%) | (6) Sleeping Satellite 20/1, Taken on up front and made too much use of when fourth, beaten 13l in a handicap chase at Newcastle last time. Effective over 2m-2m4f; in form, though the handicapper may have him now. Twice made all in the autumn but progress has stalled on his last two outings. |
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(9) (20/1 -11%)Stick With Me Sam |
20/1(-11%) | (9) Stick With Me Sam 20/1, Never jumped or travelled when sixth, beaten 33l off 106 last time; now 1lb lower. Effective around 2m; acts with cut. Had been progressing prior to that latest effort. Well beaten last time when bidding for a four-timer; stamina to prove over new trip. |
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(8) (20/1 -186%)Always A Reason |
20/1(-186%) | (8) Always A Reason 20/1, Below form off a revised mark and unsuited by the drop in trip when fifth, beaten 18l off 107 last time; now 1lb lower. Effective around 2m4f; progressive until that latest run. Won first two chase starts; Newcastle defeat doesn't necessarily mean mark is beyond him. |
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(2) (22/1 -238%)My Noble Lord |
22/1(-238%) | (2) My Noble Lord 22/1, Never involved and well held up in grade when fifth, beaten 29l off 120 last time; now 1lb lower. Effective over 2m-2m4f; acts on soft and good to soft. Needs to bounce back. Won at Uttoxeter in January; disappointing since but this 5yo isn't written off. |

Diamond Dealer put his disappointing effort at this venue well behind him when hitting the crossbar at Wetherby and looks sure to play a leading role again. Defence Witness is in good form and first-time blinkers could eke out more, but the vote goes to BRIDGE COURT. Sandy Thompson's charge appreciated the step up in distance to score with ease at Musselburgh last month and even an 8lb rise might prove to be on the lenient side.

Things clicked over fences for GLEN ROAD when he was runner-up at Sandown recently and he's taken to go one better today.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(2) (9/4 +44%)Kastellion |
9/4(+44%) | (2) Kastellion 9/4, Improved down in class on handicap debut beaten 3 1/4l off this mark at Southwell last time; effective at 2m4f, acts on soft and good to soft; could improve again for step up to staying trips. Low-mileage 6yo who ran his best race yet on handicap debut at Southwell (2m4f). |
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(5) (10/3 +0%)An Buachaill Rua |
10/3(+0%) | (5) An Buachaill Rua 10/3, Improved up in trip out-battling rivals landing a handicap by 3l off a 6lb lower mark at Ludlow last time; effective 2 1/4-2 1/2m, acts on good, good to soft; improving, more to come judged on point win. Has only had seven races under rules and was a 3l winner last time at Ludlow. |
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(6) (7/2 +53%)Mooserwirt |
7/2(+53%) | (6) Mooserwirt 7/2, Yard won this last year; ran to form up in trip on handicap debut when fourth beaten 10l in a handicap hurdle at Newcastle latest; tongue-tie first time; effective 2 1/2m; improving at lowly level and longer trip could suit. Better for handicaps when beaten 10l over 2m4f last time and he was boxing on. |
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(9) (10/1 -18%)Thereyare |
10/1(-18%) | (9) Thereyare 10/1, Yard won this last year; outpaced, jumped poorly, looked in need of stiffer test when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter latest; hood first time; usually held up; off a short-break; much more needed but longer trip could suit on handicap debut. Headgear is added for this first handicap; trainers are respected. |
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(10) (10/1 +50%)Rockvale |
10/1(+50%) | (10) Rockvale 10/1, Keen, never in a jumping rhythm, poor chase debut, did not handle track when down the field in a handicap chase at Ludlow most recent; hood first time; off a long absence; effective 2m; needs to prove ability remains following long lay off. Plenty of risks involved after his long absence with a hood now fitted. |
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(4) (10/1 -11%)Diamand De Vindecy |
10/1(-11%) | (4) Diamand De Vindecy 10/1, Refused in a handicap chase at Huntingdon latest; flew home over 2 1/2m previously placing off this mark; effective 2-2 1/2m; could have more to offer as a stayer back over hurdles. Refused over fences last time; a maiden over hurdles but has the form to feature. |
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(3) (16/1 -45%)Greedy Smith |
16/1(-45%) | (3) Greedy Smith 16/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster latest where failed to stay 3m; off a short-break; should be effective at 2m, acts on soft and good; still early days, must bounce back. Hard to make a solid case but this well-related 6yo could yet turn a corner. |
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(11) (20/1 +0%)Jo Arengeot Bey Aa |
20/1(+0%) | (11) Jo Arengeot Bey Aa 20/1, Needed run when fourth beaten 33l in a handicap chase at Wetherby latest; effective 2m-2m4f with cut; should come on for return but plenty to prove. Modest chase efforts last twice; no worthwhile form in handicaps over hurdles. |
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(1) (28/1 -56%)Maggies Boy |
28/1(-56%) | (1) Maggies Boy 28/1, Never travelled, needed run when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster latest; effective 2 1/2-3m, wants sound surface; must bounce back. Others appeal more, for all that getting back on drier ground will benefit. |
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(7) (50/1 -100%)Dublin City |
50/1(-100%) | (7) Dublin City 50/1, Outpaced, never threatened when down the field in a maiden hurdle at Hereford most recent; effective at 3m in points, acts on good; longer trip a plus but plenty to prove. May be seen in a better light on this switch to handicaps and he's unraced beyond 2m4f. |

Having justified strong support in the market at Ludlow, there could be more to come from AN BUACHAILL RUA. A 6lb higher mark for the six-year-old looks workable, particularly with Harry Atkins' 7lb claim taken into account. Kastellion arrives on the back of his best run under Rules when finishing third on his handicap bow at Southwell and is feared most stepping up in distance. Mooserwirt and Junior Des Mottes are other likely players.

After taking a step forward on his handicap debut and with probably more to offer over this far, MOOSERWIRT (nap) gets the vote.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(2) (4/7 +54%)Timber Twelve |
4/7(+54%) | (2) Timber Twelve 4/7, Very promising debut, still green 4l winner in a novice at Kempton on debut; that form franked; effective at 8f, acts on AW; could be a nice prospect. Dictated the pace when springing a 28-1 surprise at Kempton last September; more to come. |
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(6) (11/4 -22%)Saint Of The Sea |
11/4(-22%) | (6) Saint Of The Sea 11/4, Improved markedly up in trip off a long break when second beaten 2 1/4l in a novice here latest; top course trainer; effective 1m, acts on AW; entitled to come on for return run. Promising 2nd over C&D six weeks ago when still looking green; capable of further progress. |
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(4) (9/2 +44%)Flash Kozo |
9/2(+44%) | (4) Flash Kozo 9/2, Well beaten, too slow away, green down the field in an auction race at The Curragh most recent; shaped with promise over 7f on debut; acts on AW; outside chance back from break. Promising debut at Kempton last summer before stiff task on 2nd run; 1m will suit; chance. |
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(9) (20/1 -25%)Love Fresh |
20/1(-25%) | (9) Love Fresh 20/1, Masar filly; half-sister to Lechuga Lad, fair from 9f to 10f; dam fair at 16f winning at this venue; trainer in form; market can guide. Half-sister to a 1m2f winner out of a 2m AW winner; likely a longer-term prospect. |
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(7) (25/1 -213%)Floating Market |
25/1(-213%) | (7) Floating Market 25/1, Looked to want further on debut beaten 6 1/4l in a maiden at Lingfield on debut; stoutly-bred and may need 12f+; should progress as most from yard do second time out. Modest form when 5th of 7 in a 1m maiden at Lingfield 16 days ago; will do better in time. |
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(3) (28/1 -100%)Clatford |
28/1(-100%) | (3) Clatford 28/1, Fair effort on debut 6l fourth in a maiden at Wolverhampton first-time out; speed on sire's side, stamina on dam's, acts on AW; should improve. Fourth of six, beaten 5.75l, in a 7f maiden at Wolverhampton on debut; much more required. |
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(8) (50/1 -150%)Luscious Lil |
50/1(-150%) | (8) Luscious Lil 50/1, 21,000gns Lightning Spear filly; full-sister to Atlantic Gamble, useful at 8f; stable in excellent form; may just need this experience. 21,000gns yearling; sister to Atlantic Gamble (RPR 89); fair standard to aim at on debut. |
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(1) (200/1 -203%)August Spring |
200/1(-203%) | (1) August Spring 200/1, Not given a hard time once tired on fair Flat debut well beaten in a novice at Newcastle latest; should stay 10f on the Flat; open to improvement. Well beaten in a Wetherby bumper in December and a Newcastle novice (1m) last month. |
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(5) (200/1 -203%)Cobalt Comet |
200/1(-203%) | (5) Cobalt Comet 200/1, Outpaced on debut well beaten in a novice here only start; plenty of speed in pedigree; open to improvement but an unlikely winner. 125-1 and always behind in a C&D novice six weeks ago; hard to recommend. |

TIMBER TWELVE was a surprise winner on his racecourse debut at Kempton in September. This doesn't look the strongest of novice events on paper and Michael Bell's gelding is expected to follow up under a penalty. Saint Of The Sea stepped forward from his first start when runner-up over C&D last month and is likely to be the main danger. Flash Kozo and Clatford appear best of the remainder.

Timber Twelve and Saint Of The Sea are open to further improvement but so is FLASH KOZO and this trip should suit him well.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (9/2 +0%)Getawhisky |
9/2(+0%) | (4) Getawhisky 9/2, Outpaced, too much to do, looked in need of stiffer test when fourth beaten 9l in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen latest; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; progressing, will improve for step up in trip now handicapping. Never got to grips with two of today's rivals latest (2m) but one to note given her yard. |
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(5) (5/1 +41%)Indannya |
5/1(+41%) | (5) Indannya 5/1, Improved back down in class when winning a novice hurdle at Wincanton by 2l last time; effective at 2m-2m5f on good to soft; mark demands more. Already a 2m5f winner before she won at Wincanton (1m7f) 16 days ago; handicap debut. |
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(1) (6/1 +0%)Charisma Cat |
6/1(+0%) | (1) Charisma Cat 6/1, Improved again coming clear with classy rival when second beaten 2l in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen latest; effective 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; could be well treated judged on debut effort. Has top weight on this handicap debut but this new trip could prove just the ticket. |
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(3) (6/1 +33%)Watamu |
6/1(+33%) | (3) Watamu 6/1, Improved again in what looked strong contest 5 1/4l third in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen most recent run; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; consistent in short career and should improve for step up in trip; work to do with re-opposing rival. Ran well behind Charisma Cat latest; has more to offer, including at this longer trip. |
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(6) (13/2 -8%)Strong Run |
13/2(-8%) | (6) Strong Run 13/2, Yard won this last year; went clear with winner, improved up in trip when second beaten 1 1/4l in a novice hurdle at Wincanton latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on heavy, good; more to come from promising mare but mark demands it. Going the right way over hurdles (2m4f/2m5f); this is a strong race for handicap debut. |
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(8) (15/2 +17%)Fresh As A Daisy |
15/2(+17%) | (8) Fresh As A Daisy 15/2, Bit free up in trip but improved when second beaten 1 1/2l in a novice hurdle at Warwick latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f on heavy, good; probably bit more to come in handicaps for top yard. Chased home Indannya at Warwick (2m5f) last time; more to offer on this handicap debut. |
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(2) (14/1 -40%)Betty's Daisy |
14/1(-40%) | (2) Betty's Daisy 14/1, Improved suited by positive ride down in trip at sharp track when second beaten a length in a novice hurdle at Warwick latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f; progressing over hurdles and could have more to offer in handicaps. Fluffed the final flight last time; open to further progress on this handicap debut. |
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(14) (16/1 -33%)Queenofthejukebox |
16/1(-33%) | (14) Queenofthejukebox 16/1, Ran to form up in trip on handicap debut, got racing early and set it up for closer beaten 2 1/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Wetherby last time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on heavy and good; in good form after wind op, mark looks fair. Dual bumper winner; second on latest start was at least her best show in this sphere. |
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(10) (16/1 +52%)Pismo Beach |
16/1(+52%) | (10) Pismo Beach 16/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Ludlow latest; form in and out; usually held up; effective around 2m4f, acts on good to soft, good; more needed and looks vulnerable in this class. 1-9 hurdling; 5lb lower than when 4th under M Dodd at Cheltenham December, her best form. |
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(9) (20/1 +20%)Trinity Street |
20/1(+20%) | (9) Trinity Street 20/1, Ran to form but no match for principals when comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen last time; in good form prior; effective 2m; may improve for further in time but mark demands it. Work to do but strong impression of long-term potential, including over this longer trip. |
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(11) (28/1 -75%)Shotgun Shirley |
28/1(-75%) | (11) Shotgun Shirley 28/1, Below form up in trip on softer ground when fourth beaten 19l in a novice hurdle at Southwell latest; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; bumper winner may have more to offer in handicaps over hurdles on better ground. Much further behind Edith Pelham at Southwell last time; early days for handicap debutante. |
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(7) (33/1 -32%)Edith Pelham |
33/1(-32%) | (7) Edith Pelham 33/1, Yard won this last year; nearly threw it away with late error, improved up in trip when winning a novice hurdle at Southwell by a short-head last time; effective 2m-2m4f on soft and good to soft; progressing, looks strong stayer and a big player. Won at Southwell (2m5f, soft) latest, battling back after a bad mistake at final flight. |
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(12) (33/1 +34%)Gaelic Saint |
33/1(+34%) | (12) Gaelic Saint 33/1, Ran to form just flattening out late up in trip beaten 5l in a handicap hurdle at Market Rasen last time; usually held up; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on heavy, good; can do better but mark looks stiff enough. Not the most persuasive evidence but this handicap debut should give her a better chance. |
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(13) (66/1 -164%)Future Bucks |
66/1(-164%) | (13) Future Bucks 66/1, Below form up in class when fourth beaten 27l in a novice hurdle at Carlisle latest; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m6f, acts with cut; must bounce back and mark looks stiff. Backward steps on last two starts leave her with plenty to prove; handicap debut. |
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(16) (66/1 -32%)Ballynorth |
66/1(-32%) | (16) Ballynorth 66/1, Improved a little when fourth beaten 19l in a novice hurdle at Wincanton latest; tongue-tie first time; off a short-break; effective 2m5f; well fancied on debut so should progress now handicapping but mark demands more. Lacks any solid claims for this handicap debut; tongue tied first time. |

INDANNYA left a lasting impression when beating Fresh As A Daisy at Warwick on New Year's Eve and put a lacklustre performance there behind her when getting back on track at Wincanton. She possibly just hated the deep ground at the Midlands venue last month and is well worth another go at this Grade 2 level. Getawhisky will no doubt prove popular given her connections and she's better judged on her Windsor success rather than her Market Rasen effort. Charisma Cat is another to bear in mind.

It's a fascinating puzzle but the vote goes to INDANNYA ahead of Charisma Cat, Trinity Street and Fresh As A Daisy.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(4) (2/1 +33%)Timesareachanging |
2/1(+33%) | (4) Timesareachanging 2/1, Ran to form, just flattening out late up in trip 13l third in Mercedes-Benz Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Gowran Park most recent run; effective 2m2f-2m7f on testing ground; point winner likely has more to offer. C&D maiden winner, third behind an Elliott-trained second-string over at Gowran on latest. |
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(2) (2/1 -60%)Santo Sospir |
2/1(-60%) | (2) Santo Sospir 2/1, Yard won this last year; comfortably held in Nathaniel Lacy & Partners Solicitors Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown last time; in good form prior; effective 2m-2m4f, acts well with cut; progressive until latest, could bounce back in this lesser race. Takes a big drop in class now after running in a DRF Grade 1, apparent stable selected. |
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(1) (5/2 0%)Kalypso'chance |
5/2(0%) | (1) Kalypso'chance 5/2, Yard won this last year; mistakes, not find much, apparently struck into when fourth beaten 14l in Joe Buckley Construction Stayers Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Cork latest; effective 2m1f-2m4f, acts on heavy; progressive until latest where he had excuses. Excuses for defeats on either side of a 2m4f course win, good second-string for stable. |
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(3) (11/2 +27%)Shabby Hill |
11/2(+27%) | (3) Shabby Hill 11/2, Improved to get off the mark under rules when winning a graduation hurdle at Punchestown by 3/4l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m3f, acts on soft to heavy; point winner should improve again for the step up in trip. Punchestown maiden winner on second outing over hurdles, a lot more on his plate now. |
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(5) (200/1 -100%)Astley |
200/1(-100%) | (5) Astley 200/1, Outpaced, outclassed when well beaten in a novice hurdle at Naas latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m3f, acts on good; inconsistent in bumpers, bit to prove over hurdles. Second in a 2m4f bumper last season, two poor runs over hurdles, out of his depth. |

KALPYSO'CHANCE might be able to get the better of stable companion Santo Sospir. While Jack Kennedy partners the latter, the selection is two from two at Navan and he'll be ably assisted by Josh Williamson, who claims a valuable 5lb. Gordon Elliott trains both and they'll be bidding to bounce back from disappointing efforts at Cork and Leopardstown respectively. Well supported when successful at Punchestown in January, Shabby Hill will appreciate this step up in trip and he warrants the utmost respect, while Timesareachanging is not without his chance and finished third of five in a Grade 3 at Gowran. Astley completes the line-up, but appears out of his depth.

Jack Kennedy's mount SANTA SOSPIR, whose sights are lowered after a Grade 1 attempt, is just preferred to Kalypso'schance
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(2) (15/8 +17%)Fortunate Man |
15/8(+17%) | (2) Fortunate Man 15/8, Travelled but didn't find as much as looked likely, outstayed up in trip when fifth in the Eider Chase at Newcastle latest; effective 3m-3m5f, acts on soft and good to soft; generally in form but still 3lb above last win mark. Mostly progressive chaser and feasible excuses when beaten 23l in the Eider. |
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(6) (7/2 -40%)Blakey Boy |
7/2(-40%) | (6) Blakey Boy 7/2, Improved, jumping much better when landing a handicap by 14l off a 5lb lower mark at Ayr last time; effective 2m4f-3m2f, acts on soft and good; workable mark and still open to improvement still as a chaser. Recent Ayr winner; 4lb wrong so he's 9lb higher this time and in a stronger race to boot. |
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(4) (9/2 -50%)Aboutdamntime |
9/2(-50%) | (4) Aboutdamntime 9/2, Returned to form back down in trip landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Ludlow last time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on soft and good; generally consistent. 2-5 over fences; still on a fair mark and open to further progress, he's a player. |
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(3) (5/1 +29%)Dare To Shout |
5/1(+29%) | (3) Dare To Shout 5/1, Returned to form when second beaten 13l in a handicap chase at Ayr latest; effective 2m4f-3m1f, acts on soft, good to soft; below last winning mark, could build on latest now stepped up in trip. Back to form when second over 2m4f last time and now returns to a better trip. |
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(1) (7/1 +36%)Cadell |
7/1(+36%) | (1) Cadell 7/1, Won this last year; pulled up in a handicap chase at Musselburgh latest; effective at around 3m, needs a sound surface; likes it here. Goes well here but he's on a tough mark and has become very all or nothing. |
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(5) (10/1 +29%)Breeze Of Wind |
10/1(+29%) | (5) Breeze Of Wind 10/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Bangor-on-Dee latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 3m+, suited by plenty of cut; stiff mark. Competitive mark but has to bounce back from a pretty poor run at Bangor. |

It's hard to ignore the claims of BLAKEY BOY, who was eased down near the finish when successful at Ayr last month and shouldn't have any problems with the extra distance. If in similar form, he will prove very hard to beat. Dare To Shout filled the runner-up spot over an extended 2m4f at Ayr and commands respect, while Ludlow scorer Aboutdamntime isn't ruled out either.

The O'Neills' FORTUNATE MAN returns to calmer waters after contesting the Eider and he wasn't seen to best effect that day.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(5) (2/1 +43%)Static |
2/1(+43%) | (5) Static 2/1, Ran to form suited by positive ride up in trip at sharp track landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark at Haydock last time; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on soft, good; ex French, generally consistent. A willing partner when winning at Haydock; up 5lb but not exposed over this far. |
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(8) (4/1 -20%)In The Age |
4/1(-20%) | (8) In The Age 4/1, Ran to form on handicap debut just flattening out late on ground softer than ideal beaten 3l off a 3lb lower mark at Uttoxeter last time; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-2m7f, acts on good to soft and good; more to come for top yard. Novice win has worked out well and he wasn't far away on his handicap debut. |
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(2) (5/1 +23%)Aurigny Mill |
5/1(+23%) | (2) Aurigny Mill 5/1, Built on recent revival at favoured venue benefitting from stiff test down in trip landing a handicap by 5l off a 3lb lower mark at Taunton last time; trainer in form; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on any; back in form, wants good pace to aim at but should get it here so a big player. Won easily last time and has shown that he can cope with this 3lb higher mark. |
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(6) (5/1 +29%)Norman Fletcher |
5/1(+29%) | (6) Norman Fletcher 5/1, Made too much use of when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Ascot latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on any; may need to come down a few lbs and stamina concerns. Well handicapped; back from a break and hasn't had many chances over this sort of trip. |
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(1) (11/2 +8%)Knickerbockerglory |
11/2(+8%) | (1) Knickerbockerglory 11/2, Made too much use of when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Windsor most recent; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on any; consistent until latest, handicapper not relenting enough. Definite chance on his penultimate run; however, not the only front-runner in the field. |
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(3) (11/1 -57%)The Four Sixes |
11/1(-57%) | (3) The Four Sixes 11/1, Won this last year off 4lb lower; outpaced, unsuited by tactics when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Kempton most recent; enjoys making it; effective 2 1/2m; mark stiff, needs to dominate and could have competition up front. Won this last year before following up at Ayr and is well handicapped on all that. |
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(4) (16/1 +20%)Magistrato |
16/1(+20%) | (4) Magistrato 16/1, Made too much use of, well held up in grade when fourth beaten 16l in bet365 Handicap Chase at Wetherby latest; enjoys making it; effective 2-2 1/2m, needs to dominate on good ground and faces competition here; enjoyed productive autumn but shot up weights, needs this drop in grade. Useful front-running chaser and could be interesting off his lower hurdle mark. |

Aurigny Mill bounced back to form when landing a competitive class 3 handicap hurdle at Taunton and a 3lb higher mark shouldn't prevent another bold bid. The nine-year-old isn't taken lightly, but it could be worth chancing KNICKERBOCKERGLORY. Although Dan Skelton's charge faded tamely at Windsor, a reproduction of his close-up second at Sandown in December would make him tough to beat. Static is another to consider.

Not one of the field can be dismissed with confidence but IN THE AGE has a progressive profile and a handy weight to boot.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(6) (11/10 +69%)Welbury |
11/10(+69%) | (6) Welbury 11/10, Went backwards from debut beaten 3 1/4l in a maiden at Musselburgh last time; effective 6f; showed promise amongst greenness first time up; not ruled out. Clear signs of ability in two runs last season; returns from a break; might be the answer. |
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(8) (10/3 -67%)Filly Eilish |
10/3(-67%) | (8) Filly Eilish 10/3, Probably improved a fraction up in trip when second beaten 5l in a novice at Wolverhampton latest; beaten by useful yardsticks over C&D on debut; stays 9f, acts on AW; good attitude, should progress again. Placed over C&D and at Wolverhampton; may still be unexposed; one of the likelier ones. |
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(3) (9/2 +25%)Alembic |
9/2(+25%) | (3) Alembic 9/2, 36,000gns Study Of Man gelding; full-brother to Almeric, high-class at 10f; dam smart at 8f winning on debut for this yard before achieving victory at Listed level; watch betting. 36,000gns yearling; bred to be useful and a fascinating newcomer. |
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(1) (6/1 -50%)Portman Blue |
6/1(-50%) | (1) Portman Blue 6/1, Touch disappointing off a slow pace beaten 4l in a maiden at Newcastle last time; in good form prior; effective 7f, acts on AW; big, strong, workmanlike sort, little bit to prove now. Disappointing when only fifth at Newcastle; chance on previous form but must bounce back. |
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(7) (10/1 0%)Tommo's Ginjaninja |
10/1(0%) | (7) Tommo's Ginjaninja 10/1, Probably wanted further beaten 6l in a novice here last time; in good form prior; probably wants 10f, acts on AW; ran ok last time and more to come upped in trip. Something to prove after below-par last run but may be suited be this step back up in trip. |
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(4) (11/1 -10%)Lorton Valley |
11/1(-10%) | (4) Lorton Valley 11/1, Late headway looking to want further beaten 7 1/4l in a novice at Newcastle on debut; probably wants 10f, seems to act on AW; open to improvement. Best work late on when fifth at Newcastle; improvement expected and impossible to discount. |
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(5) (33/1 -106%)Tough Date |
33/1(-106%) | (5) Tough Date 33/1, Showed little on debut well beaten in a maiden at Chelmsford only start; 10f may be most suitable trip; all to prove. Beaten 21l into sixth of seven at Chelmsford last week; this is weaker; not written off. |
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(9) (150/1 -355%)Rocklaw |
150/1(-355%) | (9) Rocklaw 150/1, Showed little on debut well beaten in a novice here only start; hood first time; bred to be suited by around 1m; should do better second start but needs to. Last of eight here on debut; may not come into her own until tackling handicaps. |
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(2) (250/1 -279%)Sweetstevie |
250/1(-279%) | (2) Sweetstevie 250/1, Yet to show any real signs of ability; speedily-bred; yard without a winner this year; best watched. Never the slightest threat at long odds in two runs over 1m; hard to fancy. |

Although not quite at his best when finishing fifth at Newcastle recently, Portman Blue's previous thirds give him leading claims. However, Wolverhampton runner-up FILLY EILISH is heading in the right direction and, in receipt of weight from the majority of the field, she edges the vote. Tommo's Ginjaninja should appreciate this longer distance and may land the bronze medal, ahead of Welbury.

Newcomer Alembic is of clear interest but WELBURY is selected in the anticipation of a jolt of improvement after a break.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(2) (3/1 -9%)Diamond Street |
3/1(-9%) | (2) Diamond Street 3/1, Yard won this last year; very promising debut 10l winner in a bumper at Doncaster on debut; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft; more to come for top connections, worth step up in class. Ready 10l winner on debut at Doncaster; open to improvement and high on the list. |
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(4) (9/2 +31%)Lover Desbois |
9/2(+31%) | (4) Lover Desbois 9/2, Travelled strongly, improved for debut experience when winning a maiden bumper at Kempton by 4l last time; effective at 2m on good to soft; debut form boosted, worth step up in class. Just shaken up to win at Kempton; major player for trainer with fine record in this sphere. |
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(20) (11/2 +21%)Madam Speaker |
11/2(+21%) | (20) Madam Speaker 11/2, Travelled strongly, out-battled late on very promising debut runner-up beaten 5l in a Mares bumper at Wincanton only start; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; much more to come for top connections. Shaped well when second at Wincanton; gets weight from most; big player for in-form yard. |
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(3) (7/1 +36%)Keltype |
7/1(+36%) | (3) Keltype 7/1, Improved for debut experience under positive ride when winning an Amateurs' bumper at Chepstow by 15l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m1f with cut; form of win had knocks but should remain competitive. 15l winner at Chepstow on second start, making all; should put up another bold show. |
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(9) (15/2 +6%)Bailly's Comet |
15/2(+6%) | (9) Bailly's Comet 15/2, Travelled, probably challenged too early, improved 4l third in Listed NH Flat Race at Cheltenham most recent run; off a short-break; effective 1m7f on good; more to come. Followed last-gasp Wincanton win with fine third at Cheltenham; has to be considered. |
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(16) (12/1 +57%)Mistral Du Chenet |
12/1(+57%) | (16) Mistral Du Chenet 12/1, 37,000 euros breeze-up purchase by No Risk At All; half sister a hurdles winner in France; yard can get winners in this sphere; not ruled out. Yard has hit the target six times in bumpers with limited ammunition; interesting on paper. |
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(13) (20/1 -25%)Sheactslikesummer |
20/1(-25%) | (13) Sheactslikesummer 20/1, £15,000 Getaway mare; dam went close in a bumper here on debut and won one next time; yard in good form; market can guide. Useful pedigree; yard won last week's Fred Winter at Cheltenham with rare British runner. |
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(8) (20/1 -150%)The Mad Poet |
20/1(-150%) | (8) The Mad Poet 20/1, Yard won this last year; bit too free back from break but improved from debut beaten 8l in Three Counties Christmas Open NH Flat Race (Listed) at Cheltenham last time; that form franked; effective at 2m, acts on soft, good; more to come for top yard. Good fifth in Cheltenham Listed event; doesn't have much to find and may progress further. |
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(15) (22/1 -10%)Master Roque |
22/1(-10%) | (15) Master Roque 22/1, £54,000 Bathyrhon gelding; half brother won a hurdle first time out in France; trainer in form and can get winners in this sphere; watch betting. £54,000 3yo; needs keeping an eye on in the market with Alan King running two. |
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(14) (25/1 +0%)Always Proud |
25/1(+0%) | (14) Always Proud 25/1, £19,000 Jack Hobbs gelding; half-brother to Dolly Mcqueen, moderate at 16f; dam useful at 17f; yard has excellent record in this discipline and can get them ready first time; of interest. By Jack Hobbs; trainer is a force to be reckoned with (3-10 last five seasons) in bumpers. |
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(5) (33/1 -50%)No Way Jay |
33/1(-50%) | (5) No Way Jay 33/1, Green and hung off bend, may have found ground too testing down the field in Listed NH Flat Race here most recent; in good form prior; effective 2m, acts on good; form of debut win weak. Blotted copybook with wayward display over C&D last time and needs to get back on track. |
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(1) (33/1 +0%)Way Maker |
33/1(+0%) | (1) Way Maker 33/1, Ran to form, backed up debut win from last time when winning a bumper at Stratford by a neck last time; effective 2m, acts on sound surface; form of summer wins had knocks but not ruled out up in class. 2-2 last summer but concedes weight all round and has plenty to find on the figures. |
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(19) (33/1 +0%)Lady Hope |
33/1(+0%) | (19) Lady Hope 33/1, £55,000 Nathaniel filly; half-sister to Blue Run, useful at 20f; dam a hurdles winner and placed in a bumper; dual purpose yard can get winners in this sphere; very interesting. Bred to be useful; Flat yard does well in bumpers; might be the pick of the newcomers. |
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(10) (40/1 -100%)Irish Goodbye |
40/1(-100%) | (10) Irish Goodbye 40/1, Very promising debut 1/2l winner in a 4yo bumper at Carlisle on debut; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; should improve a little for initial experience. Debut winner at Carlisle; more needed to hold his own against much stronger opposition. |
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(11) (40/1 -100%)Callisto Queen |
40/1(-100%) | (11) Callisto Queen 40/1, Travelled, showed promise on debut, poorly placed at sharp track 10l fourth in a Mares bumper at Warwick first-time out; trainer in form; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; should improve for stiffer track but plenty to find. Good late work when fourth at Warwick; progress needed but that's not out of the question. |
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(17) (66/1 -100%)Show Your Hand |
66/1(-100%) | (17) Show Your Hand 66/1, £20,000 Passing Glance gelding; full-brother to Glancing Jack, fair at 16f; dam a hurdles winner; tough enough task on debut. Newcomer; stable has well-above-average strike-rate in bumpers; can't be discounted. |
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(18) (100/1 -150%)Bella Decree |
100/1(-150%) | (18) Bella Decree 100/1, £45,000 Order Of St George filly; dam a hurdles winner; yard in good form; market can reveal more. £45,000 3yo; dam useful 1m7f-2m1f hurdle winner; another plausible newcomer. |
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(12) (125/1 -400%)Harzandacassandra |
125/1(-400%) | (12) Harzandacassandra 125/1, Met trouble, flattened out when in the clear, showed promise on debut beaten 5 1/4l in a Mares bumper at Ascot on debut; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; can improve with a clear run. Met trouble in bunch finish at Ascot; no surprise if she improves fair bit with more luck. |
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(6) (125/1 -150%)Saint Arion |
125/1(-150%) | (6) Saint Arion 125/1, Pulled up in a maiden point at Chaddesley Corbett latest; returning from a break; dam win a bumper first time out; up against it on rules debut. Pulled up in point; interesting that connections throw him in at deep end for rules debut. |
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(7) (125/1 -89%)Spanish Stroll |
125/1(-89%) | (7) Spanish Stroll 125/1, Outpaced, modest debut well beaten in a bumper at Kempton only start; may improve for further than 2m in time. Fits the bill on pedigree but made no impact on debut at Kempton; improvement required. |

DIAMOND STREET looked an above-average type when scoring on debut at Doncaster by 10 lengths and this has likely been the plan since for last year's winning trainer/jockey combination. Bailly's Comet confirmed the promise of his Wincanton success when finishing a solid third in Listed company at Cheltenham and he's another to take seriously, along with Kempton winner Lover Desbois and The Mad Poet.

Impressive Doncaster winner Diamond Street is feared but in receipt of 21lb the 4yo filly MADAM SPEAKER looks a viable alternative.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(5) (9/4 +63%)Sticktothescript |
9/4(+63%) | (5) Sticktothescript 9/4, Ran to form dropped in trip when fourth beaten 29l in a maiden hurdle at Naas latest; effective at 2m-2m3f, on heavy and yielding; should remain competitive upped in trip. Best m'den run came over 2m4f at Punchestown, so return to this trip is a positive. |
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(3) (7/2 -27%)Haveanothertry |
7/2(-27%) | (3) Haveanothertry 7/2, Ran to form dropped in trip when second beaten 9 1/2l in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown latest; effective 2m3f-2m7f on heavy and soft; can again go well. Promising runs in defeat up to now; joint top-rated and stable first choice. |
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(8) (7/2 -40%)Champagne Venture |
7/2(-40%) | (8) Champagne Venture 7/2, Ran to form when 9 1/2l third in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse most recent run; cheekpieces first time; off a short-break; effective around 2m-2m4f, acts well with cut; more to come. Creditable bumper runs without winning and same story over hurdles; chance. |
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(9) (9/2 -35%)Fly Away Home |
9/2(-35%) | (9) Fly Away Home 9/2, Unseated late when held in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown latest; effective 2m, acts on heavy; improvement needed but still early days and this is a lesser race. Possibly booked for third when UR last time; joint top rated and in the mix. |
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(4) (8/1 +43%)Lord Tobin |
8/1(+43%) | (4) Lord Tobin 8/1, Below form, maybe didn't stay upped in trip comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown last time; tongue-tie first time; effective at 2m with cut; drop in trip may help. Promising start to career but hasn't built on it; Kennedy rides Haveanothertry. |
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(2) (11/1 +45%)Gallant George |
11/1(+45%) | (2) Gallant George 11/1, Below form tried in tongue-tie well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse latest; effective 2m4f-2m6f, acts on soft and good; type to do better when handicapping. Point runner-up; best of three m'den runs was a 20l eighth on penultimate. |
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(6) (25/1 -25%)The Shanty Field |
25/1(-25%) | (6) The Shanty Field 25/1, Might not have stayed when pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Leopardstown latest; effective at 2m1f; acts on soft; vulnerable back in a maiden. PU on handicap debut last time and maiden form just moderate; others more appealing. |
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(7) (66/1 +0%)Beau Della |
66/1(+0%) | (7) Beau Della 66/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Naas latest; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on good; showed promise in the UK, should come on for latest but still vulnerable. A lot to do based on her rating and PU back from long absence last time. |

FLY AWAY HOME can gain some measure of compensation after a final-flight exit at Leopardstown. Having made stylish ground from the rear to go third at the penultimate hurdle, the Charles Byrnes-trained six-year-old wasn't done with when unseating Philip Byrnes. In what looks quite a tight-knit affair for the grade, she could just have that bit more scope for improvement than the majority of her rivals. Haveanothertry, who has the joint-highest official rating alongside the selection, has to be a serious threat. Runner-up at Leopardstown last time, the Gordon Elliott-trained gelding also shaped with promise when fourth at Thurles on his previous start. Sticktothescript is another with leading claims.

At worst, FLY AWAY HOME would have been third but for unseating at the final flight at Leopardstown last time, and she can make amends
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(2) (4/5 +51%)Gaelic Rover |
4/5(+51%) | (2) Gaelic Rover 4/5, Slipped and fell on bend in Premier Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) here latest; effective at 2m1f, acts on soft and good to soft; progressive, could improve now upped in trip. Drops back in class after Grade 2 attempt; won easily at Newcastle on penultimate start. |
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(1) (7/4 +13%)Eagles Reprieve |
7/4(+13%) | (1) Eagles Reprieve 7/4, No match for useful rival but improved when second beaten 6l in a novice hurdle at Newcastle latest; off a short-break; effective over 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good to soft; steadily progressing, can remain competitive. Solid record includes a C&D win; beat all bar the market leader at Newcastle last time. |
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(6) (6/1 +0%)Rememberthename |
6/1(+0%) | (6) Rememberthename 6/1, Ran to form down in trip 6l third in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh most recent run; effective 2m1f-2m6f, acts on good; in fair form but lots to find here. Just an ordinary maiden and faces a stiffer task on these terms. |
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(7) (40/1 -233%)Talk To The Boss |
40/1(-233%) | (7) Talk To The Boss 40/1, Never put into the race on hurdles debut down the field in a novice hurdle at Newcastle most recent; effective at 3m in points; likely to need more time. Beaten long way on the switch to rules. |
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(9) (50/1 -52%)Bollin Skittle |
50/1(-52%) | (9) Bollin Skittle 50/1, Green, never in the race when fourth beaten 21l in a novice hurdle here latest; all to prove for now. Modest fourth at Kelso last time; needs improvement. |
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(4) (80/1 +20%)Ivan's Legacy |
80/1(+20%) | (4) Ivan's Legacy 80/1, Mistakes, below debut form when well beaten in a novice hurdle here latest; off a short-break; promise in bumpers but more needed to figure over hurdles. Has plenty to find. |
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(5) (150/1 -50%)Melbourne Ghost |
150/1(-50%) | (5) Melbourne Ghost 150/1, Green, poor debut when down the field in a maiden hurdle at Newcastle most recent; up against it. Poor claims on form. |

GAELIC ROVER was probably beaten when coming down in the Premier Novices' Hurdle here, but impressive displays at Newcastle booked him that Grade 2 ticket and he remains a smart prospect. So is Eagles Reprieve, who chased home the same winner as Gaelic Rover did at Newcastle after keeping The G Wizard at bay here, and he will be waiting to pounce should the selection's stamina fail him. Rememberthename made the frame in handicap company last time, but needs to pull out more.

Solid EAGLES REPRIEVE is first choice ahead of Gaelic Rover who drops back in class.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(1) (2/1 +27%)Paddys Policy |
2/1(+27%) | (1) Paddys Policy 2/1, May have found ground on the soft side well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh latest; effective 2m, acts on good to soft, good; inconsistent over hurdles but may have more to offer over fences. Placed in handicap hurdles and gets in off a lower mark for this debut over fences. |
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(3) (10/3 -33%)Disguisedlimit |
10/3(-33%) | (3) Disguisedlimit 10/3, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Southwell latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft, good; in form untl latest, possibly capable of better but slight enthusiasm concerns. He was too free last time at Southwell and now goes in cheekpieces. |
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(2) (7/2 -17%)Epinephrine |
7/2(-17%) | (2) Epinephrine 7/2, Outpaced, ran to form but looked in need of stiffer test when fourth beaten 5 1/2l in a handicap chase at Warwick latest; effective 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; fair mark on hurdle form and may get bit further over fences. Has got closer in each of her three runs over fences, last time beaten 5.5l at Warwick. |
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(5) (4/1 +27%)Dj Pete |
4/1(+27%) | (5) Dj Pete 4/1, Scored by a head off a 4lb lower mark at Ffos Las penultimate start; race came too soon fifth beaten 57l off 97 last time, same mark here; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft, good; remains well treated on novice form. Won last month but his run 20 days ago was a reminder of his inconsistency. |
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(4) (8/1 +0%)Jiair Madrik |
8/1(+0%) | (4) Jiair Madrik 8/1, Fell in a handicap chase here latest when beaten; placed off 2lb higher over 2m previously; effective 2m, acts on any; winner in France, can do better. Beaten when falling here last month but ran well for a good way. |

DISGUISEDLIMIT is capable of better than he managed in a deeper race at Southwell and dropping in trip could be beneficial if he settles better. The application of cheekpieces can help him focus and he is worth another try. Epinephrine is potentially well treated in comparison to her hurdles rating and is feared most, although Dj Pete also commands respect back over a suitable distance.

A chance is taken on chasing debutant PADDYS POLICY, who was second in his only point and has been placed off higher hurdle marks.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (4/7 +86%)Tenzi |
4/7(+86%) | (4) Tenzi 4/7, Tired late after wide trip off a long break 5l third in a maiden at Wolverhampton most recent run; trainer in form; effective 6/7f, acts on soft, good and probably AW; should come on from return run and looks a big player. Third three times; probably needed most recent run and now should be cherry ripe. |
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(2) (4/1 +20%)Irish Incentive |
4/1(+20%) | (2) Irish Incentive 4/1, Never settled off a break up in trip well beaten in a novice at Chelmsford latest; probably effective 7f; should return to debut form. Debut fifth hasn't worked out all that well; beat only one home next time; bit to prove. |
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(5) (5/1 +55%)Curtain Caller |
5/1(+55%) | (5) Curtain Caller 5/1, Sold for 18,000 guineas as a yearling; filly by high-class sprinter Showcasing; half-sister to Picota, very useful at 7f; probably effective 7f; stable can get them ready first time; watch betting. 18,000gns yearling; wouldn't have to be anything special to make an impact on debut. |
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(3) (11/1 +21%)Ndoto |
11/1(+21%) | (3) Ndoto 11/1, Minor late headway on debut third beaten 7l in a maiden at Wolverhampton debut; sire sprinter, dam stayed 12f; should improve up in trip. Looked green when third at Wolverhampton; could improve a fair bit over this longer trip. |
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(6) (33/1 -267%)Wadirumm |
33/1(-267%) | (6) Wadirumm 33/1, Missed break and showed little on debut well beaten in a maiden at Wolverhampton only start; plenty of speed in pedigree; should improve but an unlikely winner. Always on the back foot after being hampered at the start on debut; likely to do better. |

Having filled the runner-up spot on all three outings, compensation could be on the cards for BAANDEE. The daughter of Zoustar faces her easiest assignment to date and she's fancied to get the better of chief rival Tenzi. Although Jamie Osborne's filly is rated 7lb inferior to the selection, she's unlikely to be far away given her consistency. Market support for Curtain Caller on her debut would be interesting.

Jamie Osborne's TENZI has shown enough to suggest a race like this is within her range. Second choice is Baandee.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(1) (2/1 +20%)Escapeandevade |
2/1(+20%) | (1) Escapeandevade 2/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Sandown latest where did too much too soon on quick return; enjoys making it; effective 2m, acts with cut; mark stiff enough. Poor run last time but nothing wrong with previous efforts this season; may bounce back. |
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(3) (16/5 +36%)Palacio |
16/5(+36%) | (3) Palacio 16/5, Unseated in a handicap chase here latest; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; inconsistent since move to chasing; well treated on debut win; big player Unseated rider early last time; clearcut reappearance success gives him a chance. |
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(2) (10/3 -90%)Kotmask |
10/3(-90%) | (2) Kotmask 10/3, Mistakes, returned to form back on better ground beaten a length off a 2lb lower mark here last time; tongue-tie first time; usually held up; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by decent ground; fair mark if building on latest revival. Close second over C&D latest; chance on that form but could do with jumping more fluently. |
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(4) (4/1 +11%)Koukeo |
4/1(+11%) | (4) Koukeo 4/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark at Haydock three starts back; below form up in class seventh beaten 51l off 123 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 2-2 3/4m, acts on good; in good form until latest. Won first two races over fences but the wheels came off here last time; rebound required. |
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(5) (17/2 -21%)Xcitations |
17/2(-21%) | (5) Xcitations 17/2, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Stratford latest where took wrong course; trainer in form; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; on workable mark, running back into form until latest. Grand servant; had an excuse when pulled up last time and should be thereabouts. |

KOTMASK could be the one given he showed a lot more here last time when a one-length second. He sports a first-time tongue-tie and gets the nod ahead of Escapeandevade in a tricky handicap for punters to solve. The latter pulled up when sent off favourite at Sandown, but has less on his plate and was in good form previously. Palacio should also go well with a clear round.

The most appealing profile belongs to topweight ESCAPEANDEVADE who can bounce back after a break.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(3) (3/1 +0%)Showurappreciation |
3/1(+0%) | (3) Showurappreciation 3/1, Went clear with ease taking advantage of generous lower hurdles mark when landing a handicap by 4l off a 14lb lower mark here last time; effective over 2m4f-2m7f, acts on any; progressive over hurdles and fences. Easy winner over fences and then hurdles last time; up 10lb compared to win but big chance. |
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(9) (11/2 +39%)Koori Star |
11/2(+39%) | (9) Koori Star 11/2, Yard won this last year; ran to form, just tiring late on up in trip well beaten in Handicap Chase at Punchestown latest; significant jockey booking; effective 2m2f-3m, acts on soft and good; consistent but yet to match hurdles form over fences. Just eighth when 6-1 for Grand National Trial last time; no wins since 2024 m'den hurdle. |
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(6) (13/2 -30%)Magic Mccolgan |
13/2(-30%) | (6) Magic Mccolgan 13/2, Travelled, improved but didn't see it out up the hill having looked winner when beaten 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Naas last time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on heavy and good to soft; progressing over fences and looks a leading contender here. A mistake at the last may have cost her on h'cap chase debut last time; thereabouts. |
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(4) (9/1 -38%)Nelson County |
9/1(-38%) | (4) Nelson County 9/1, Ran to form but outstayed late up in trip when third in a novice chase at Fairyhouse most recent run; effective 2m4f-3m2f, acts on soft and good; progressing over fences, mark fair. 14l winner of novice chase weakened into third over 3m2f last time; this trip looks right. |
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(12) (9/1 +64%)West Of Carrig |
9/1(+64%) | (12) West Of Carrig 9/1, Big run having gone off far too quickly when down in trip when third at Thurles latest; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on heavy and good to soft; in good form and step back up in trip a plus. 5-13 in points and opened track account at 18th attempt in Jan'; others preferred. |
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(1) (10/1 -82%)Rokathir |
10/1(-82%) | (1) Rokathir 10/1, Idled a touch, improved again suited by aggressive ride when landing a handicap by 22l off a 21lb lower mark here penultimate start; effective 3m-3m2f, suited by testing ground; unexposed chaser, could remain ahead of mark. On course for three-timer; beat Maxi Mac Gold and Nelson County latest; hvy ground ideal. |
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(10) (12/1 0%)Gringo D'aubrelle |
12/1(0%) | (10) Gringo D'aubrelle 12/1, Ran to form, seeing out the longer trip well when 10l third in a handicap chase at Leopardstown most recent run; effective 2m4f-3m4f; jumping an issue over fences, better over hurdles. Rated 18lb higher over hurdles; 0-7 over fences; took third last time but others preferred. |
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(11) (12/1 +33%)Sammy Smart |
12/1(+33%) | (11) Sammy Smart 12/1, Up in trip, ran well for a long way but didn't stay in strongly run race when sixth at Musselburgh latest; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on soft and good; no easy task off this mark. Got first chase win at 4th attempt in Dec'; disappointed last time; others more appealing. |
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(2) (14/1 -40%)Built By Ballymore |
14/1(-40%) | (2) Built By Ballymore 14/1, Unseated when in front and still going okay in Leinster National (Listed) at Naas latest; effective 2m4f-3m3f, suited by plenty of cut; good chance if building on latest. Third at Punchestown before UR at final flight last time when possible winner; chance. |
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(5) (14/1 +0%)Kish Bank |
14/1(+0%) | (5) Kish Bank 14/1, May have found ground too testing when pulled up at Naas latest; effective 2m4f-3m, acts with cut; unexposed over fences, more to come as a stayer if ground not too testing. Winner of h'cap chase debut but never travelling last time; needs to bounce back. |
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(7) (18/1 -13%)Bridie's Beau |
18/1(-13%) | (7) Bridie's Beau 18/1, Stopped quickly after bad error when down the field in a handicap chase at Naas most recent; in good form prior; tongue-tie first time; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f, suited by plenty of cut; progressing over fences until latest. H'cap chase winner was close off new mark next time; tongue tie on after tailed off latest. |
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(8) (18/1 -100%)Maxi Mac Gold |
18/1(-100%) | (8) Maxi Mac Gold 18/1, Rallied gamely, improved up in trip when second beaten a length in a novice chase at Fairyhouse latest; effective 3m3m2f, acts on any; progressive over fences, may do better in handicaps now. Jumped left when runner-up behind Rokathir last time, Nelson County in third; chance. |

SHOWURAPPRECIATION can revert to chasing to take this valuable prize. An impressive scorer on his most recent start over fences at Punchestown in January, the Jonathan Sweeney-trained eight-year-old readily exploited a lower timber mark here subsequently. Almost certainly laid out for this contest, given that his owner usually has a well-fancied runner in it, it is surely significant that connections rely on just the sole contender. Rokathir won't find it easy to concede weight all round, but already looks a much better horse over fences and he is proven around this testing venue. Naas runner-up Magic McColgan has to be respected for Willie Mullins.

Many appealing options. NELSON COUNTY gets the vote, but this is tricky and fascinating in equal measure and a lot deserve a close look
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (5/2 +29%)King Kubala |
5/2(+29%) | (4) King Kubala 5/2, Showed some promise on debut third beaten 6 1/2l in an Amateurs' bumper at Ayr debut; returning from a break; effective at 2m on soft; improvement likely. Hung left but otherwise showed promise with third-place finish at Ayr; may progress. |
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(6) (7/2 +13%)Diamond White |
7/2(+13%) | (6) Diamond White 7/2, Confirmed debut level when 13l third in a bumper at Newcastle most recent run; off a short-break; effective over 2m on good to soft; point form franked in bumpers, good chance in this. Consistent thus far; third of 15 at Newcastle most recently; solid contender. |
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(3) (5/1 +80%)El Gangster |
5/1(+80%) | (3) El Gangster 5/1, Similar level to debut when comfortably held in a bumper at Ayr last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft; needs more. Gives the impression he may benefit from this switch to forecast faster ground. |
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(1) (5/1 +0%)Kilaro |
5/1(+0%) | (1) Kilaro 5/1, Travelled strongly but didn't find as much as looked likely under penalty when comfortably held in a bumper at Newcastle last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; form of debut win had knocks but should be competitive. Point/bumper winner; unplaced last time but fitting of hood may help this free-going sort. |
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(2) (6/1 -80%)Barito |
6/1(-80%) | (2) Barito 6/1, Promising debut third beaten a length in a maiden point at Chaddesley Corbett debut; returning from a break; effective at 3m in points; brings potential to rules. Won his latest attempt in British points; sold for £60,000 since; check the betting. |
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(5) (9/1 -38%)Presentandcorrect |
9/1(-38%) | (5) Presentandcorrect 9/1, Confirmed debut level 5l third in a maiden bumper here most recent run; effective 2m, acts on heavy and soft; needs more. Placed over C&D last time; this switch to faster ground may prompt further progress. |
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(8) (11/1 -22%)Fridaysman |
11/1(-22%) | (8) Fridaysman 11/1, Confirmed debut level when fourth beaten 12l in a juvenile bumper at Aintree latest; returning from a break; effective around 2m, acts on good to soft and good; plenty more needed. Sole 4yo in this field and interesting at the weights, with another step forward possible. |
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(7) (66/1 -200%)Oor Wish |
66/1(-200%) | (7) Oor Wish 66/1, Step back from debut when fourth beaten 49l in a Mares' bumper at Ayr latest; effective at 2m on heavy; improvement needed. Couple of fourth-place finishes at Ayr, beaten 49l latest; opposed. |

Diamond White had the disappointing Kilaro a couple of places behind her when third at Newcastle, although the latter could at least close the gap with the application of a hood expected to help him settle better. King Kubala, Fridaysman and Presentandcorrect have shown enough to warrant an interest, but a chance is taken on BARITO. The five-year-old was snapped up for 60,000 pounds after making it second-time lucky between the flags and should have the pace to do a job in this sphere.

The suggestion is PRESENTANDCORRECT who ran well over C&D last time and may progress again. El Gangster is second pick.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(9) (4/1 +56%)Ayyadieh |
4/1(+56%) | (9) Ayyadieh 4/1, Improved ridden to pick up the pieces when fourth beaten 14l in a novice hurdle here latest; effective 2m, acts on soft; improving and may want further than 2m. Perhaps flattered behind useful novices here last time as they went no pace. |
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(7) (9/2 -35%)Joeybottles |
9/2(-35%) | (7) Joeybottles 9/2, Yard won this last year; still green under pressure, improved a little comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Ludlow last time; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; type to do better handicapping. Has been showing enough to believe he'll pay his way in handicaps; had wind surgery. |
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(1) (9/2 +25%)Titanium Ring |
9/2(+25%) | (1) Titanium Ring 9/2, Outpaced, ran to form when comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Ludlow last time; trainer in form; effective at 2m on heavy and good to soft; improving with experience, likely bit more to come in handicaps. Could raise his game now handicapping, especially back on this sort of ground. |
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(3) (11/2 +73%)Rock Hurley |
11/2(+73%) | (3) Rock Hurley 11/2, Possibly needed run when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle most recent; effective 2 1/2m, suited by cut, acts on good; inconsistent. Poor this season but won easily here only four starts back last April. |
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(10) (6/1 -100%)Eric Carmen |
6/1(-100%) | (10) Eric Carmen 6/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Market Rasen penultimate start; jumped left, ran to form second beaten 4l off 89 last time, same mark here; enjoys making it; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on any; progressive veteran with more to come as a chaser. A lot more exposed than many in here but he's been in cracking form for a while now. |
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(8) (17/2 +23%)Noble George |
17/2(+23%) | (8) Noble George 17/2, Ran to form but never threatened comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Southwell last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m1f-2m4f, acts on soft, good; type to do better handicapping but mark demands it. Couldn't make a compelling case on this handicap debut and others preferred. |
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(6) (10/1 -43%)Fanny Moon |
10/1(-43%) | (6) Fanny Moon 10/1, Keen, improved on final qualifying run but given too much to do when fourth beaten 16l in a novice hurdle at Ludlow latest; looks to want further than 2m; type to do better handicapping stepped up in trip. Encouraging fourth at Ludlow latest and handicaps were always going to be more like it. |
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(5) (14/1 -87%)Golden Identity |
14/1(-87%) | (5) Golden Identity 14/1, Mistakes, not find much when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Plumpton last time; in good form prior; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; running into form until latest. Modest run last time but wasn't far away in his two previous runs. |
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(2) (16/1 -33%)Supreme Yeats |
16/1(-33%) | (2) Supreme Yeats 16/1, Outpaced, needed further when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Warwick most recent; suited by sound surface and 3m; handicapper relenting, can bounce back when returned to staying trips but a threat if getting a stiff test here. Back up in trip and off a reduced mark, there's some cause for optimism. |
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(4) (28/1 -155%)Love Me |
28/1(-155%) | (4) Love Me 28/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Exeter latest where lame; second run after wind op; off a short-break; effective 2m; can do better judged on Irish hurdle form. Won in Ireland; two fair runs over hurdles for this yard before pulling up over fences. |

Going back left-handed should suit ERIC CARMEN, whose hat-trick bid wasn't helped by the track direction over fences at Leicester. Gary Hanmer's 10-year-old was still a clear second, despite jumping left throughout, and he could take some stopping back over hurdles. Golden Identity and Ayyadieh are open to improvement and warrant betting checks, as does Joeybottles on his first run after wind surgery.

Henry Daly's TITANIUM RING is a likely improver on his handicap debut, as are Fanny Moon (second choice) and Joeybottles.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(7) (5/2 +38%)Fahrenheit Seven |
5/2(+38%) | (7) Fahrenheit Seven 5/2, Landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Newcastle last time; effective 5-6f, barely stays 7f, acts on soft, good and AW; hugely progressive, could come on for latest but new revised career high mark demands more. Took form to a new level with ready Newcastle win last month; up 7lb but can't discount. |
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(5) (9/2 -13%)Gaeli |
9/2(-13%) | (5) Gaeli 9/2, Ran to form on stable debut landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark here last time; trainer in form; effective 5-6f, acts on heavy, good and AW; ex Italian where highly tried, may have bit more to offer for new yard. Impressive C&D win on recent stable debut; up 6lb but he did look good. |
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(1) (13/2 +68%)Clarendon House |
13/2(+68%) | (1) Clarendon House 13/2, Refused in a handicap here latest; suited by 5f, acts on any; multiple Listed winner likes Southwell, but staunchly irresolute now. Hugely talented sprinter but he has refused to race in three of his last five starts. |
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(6) (13/2 +19%)Against The Wind |
13/2(+19%) | (6) Against The Wind 13/2, Outclassed when down the field in Prix de l'Abbaye (Group 1) at Longchamp most recent; in good form prior; suited by 5f, likes fast ground and AW; in good form until latest, good AW record but mark demands more. Conditions to suit but he will need a career best to take this back from 167 days off. |
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(12) (15/2 -7%)Ziggy's Triton |
15/2(-7%) | (12) Ziggy's Triton 15/2, Scored by 1 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark here in December; hit front too soon when placed off 1lb higher over C&D last time; suited by 5f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; consistent, good chance once again. Conditions to suit but he had no answer when Gaeli swept past him 17 days ago. |
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(11) (9/1 +18%)Rhythm N Hooves |
9/1(+18%) | (11) Rhythm N Hooves 9/1, Ran to form beaten 3 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Newcastle last time; wide draw; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface; generally consistent but trick to win with. Condititions to suit and likely to run his race; others appeal as being better handicapped. |
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(8) (10/1 -43%)Clearpoint |
10/1(-43%) | (8) Clearpoint 10/1, Game effort up in class and arguably improve when second beaten 1 1/2l in Hever Sprint Stakes (Listed) at Lingfield latest; enjoys making it; wide draw; effective 5/6f, probably acts on any; in fine form and well treated back in a handicap. Ended 2025 on the up and showed better form when 2nd in Listed race last month; chance. |
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(4) (10/1 -11%)Kylian |
10/1(-11%) | (4) Kylian 10/1, Landed a Sprint Handicap by a neck off a 1lb lower mark at Wolverhampton in January; effective 5-6f, best at 5f, acts on soft and good but suited by AW; thriving when last seen on this surface, fair mark on best Group form. Smart sprinter who hasn't run a bad race on AW; sold for 37,000gns in October; contender. |
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(3) (16/1 +20%)Miss Attitude |
16/1(+20%) | (3) Miss Attitude 16/1, Struggled to get involved here, struggled in this class beaten 7l in Ballyogan Stakes (Group 3) at Naas last time; suited by 5f on fast ground; still progressing a little until latest but mark looks stiff. C&D winner; now high in the weights following a Listed win in France last summer. |
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(2) (25/1 -79%)Spartan Arrow |
25/1(-79%) | (2) Spartan Arrow 25/1, No obvious excuse well beaten in a Listed race at Jebel Ali latest; Group winner in autumn in Ireland; wide draw; effective 5f, acts on good, good to firm and AW; can go well off lofty mark back in a handicap. Group 3/Listed success last year; quiet in the Middle East this year; high in weights. |
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(10) (28/1 -211%)Vintage Clarets |
28/1(-211%) | (10) Vintage Clarets 28/1, Never threatened beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; returning from a break; suited by 5f, acts on any; a little in and out but back below last winning mark. On a good mark and conditions won't faze him; back from an absence and likely best watched. |
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(9) (33/1 -106%)Brosay |
33/1(-106%) | (9) Brosay 33/1, Below form off career high mark down the field in a handicap at Doncaster most recent; in good form prior; returning from a break; effective 5/6f, acts on any; progressive until latest, mark looks high. Progressive 3yo in 2025; C&D winner who could have more to offer this year; not ruled out. |

GAELI went into plenty of notebooks when making a winning British/stable bow over C&D earlier this month and is potentially a Group performer in the making. The five-year-old scored with something in hand and gets a confident vote. Clearpoint arrives on the back of a good second in a Listed event at Lingfield and isn't taken lightly reverting to handicap company, while Newcastle winner Fahrenheit Seven is another to bear in mind.

The ex-Italian GAELI created a positive impression here on his stable debut and can follow up at the main expense of Kylian.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(6) (9/4 +32%)Elysian Knight |
9/4(+32%) | (6) Elysian Knight 9/4, Mistakes, ran to form but never put into the race when fourth beaten 29l in a novice chase here latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2 1/2m, acts on good to soft and good; jumping must improve over fences, may get 3m in time and not fully exposed. Younger than most of these and could be unexposed; worth considering in new headgear. |
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(8) (9/4 +50%)Havaila |
9/4(+50%) | (8) Havaila 9/4, Race may have come a bit soon when comfortably held in a handicap chase here last time; in good form prior; usually held up; effective 2m3f-3m2f, acts on heavy, good; generally consistent. Fine third at Windsor on return but disappointing over C&D next time; needs to bounce back. |
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(7) (7/2 +36%)Some Scope |
7/2(+36%) | (7) Some Scope 7/2, Scored by 3l off a 2lb lower mark at Doncaster three starts back; went clear, travelled, overdid the fractions and finished exhausted second beaten 33l off 122 last time, 1lb lower here; effective up to 3m, acts on soft, good; back in form and could be tough to peg back. Made all at Doncaster just after Christmas and had an excuse next time; could rebound. |
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(3) (11/2 +8%)Makin'yourmindup |
11/2(+8%) | (3) Makin'yourmindup 11/2, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Lingfield latest where failed to stay 3m4f; off a short-break; effective 3m-3m2f, acts on heavy, good; plenty to prove after lay off but has dropped to last winning mark. Well held since lengthy break but mark has fallen and he's 2-2 over C&D; quite interesting. |
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(1) (13/2 -8%)King Turgeon |
13/2(-8%) | (1) King Turgeon 13/2, Mistakes, ran well to a point, may not have stayed when comfortably held in Turners Handicap Chase at Cheltenham last time; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 2m5f-3m2f; back on last winning mark; outside chance. Not at his best in 2025 but he's back to his last winning mark and has possibilities. |
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(4) (9/1 -80%)Ballycamus |
9/1(-80%) | (4) Ballycamus 9/1, Couldn't go early gallop but rallied when fourth beaten 8l in a handicap chase at Ludlow latest; cheekpieces first time; effective at around 3m, acts on any; consistent. Followed Ludlow win with listless effort there; needs headgear to inject some sparkle. |
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(2) (14/1 -17%)Manothepeople |
14/1(-17%) | (2) Manothepeople 14/1, Below form away from favoured venue well beaten in a handicap chase at Ascot latest; returning from a break; effective 3m on good; saves best for Cheltenham, mark probably about right. Well held in two races in the autumn; bit to prove after four months off. |
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(5) (33/1 -83%)Almazhar Garde |
33/1(-83%) | (5) Almazhar Garde 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Doncaster latest; effective 3m+ on a sound surface; on a competitive mark still, in fair form until latest; dangerous if allowed to dominate. Not the force of old; poor run in veterans' chase at Doncaster latest; others appeal more. |

BALLYCAMUS certainly has conditions in his favour and should go well if transferring his solid Ludlow form to this track, and he ought to as a former course scorer. The first-time cheekpieces also make him of interest and he gets the nod ahead of Elysian Knight, who is back in handicap company with a big shout on his Musselburgh form. King Turgeon and Makin'yourmindup can also have a say.

Nothing stands out here and a chance is taken on ELYSIAN KNIGHT who could be unexposed over this sort of trip.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(3) (2/1 +27%)Park That |
2/1(+27%) | (3) Park That 2/1, Bit keen, flattened out up the hill on handicap debut 12l third in a handicap chase at Naas most recent run; significant jockey booking; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts with cut; progressing over fences, more to come. Shaped well on h'cap debut last time; Mark Walsh rides for the first time; good chance. |
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(1) (7/2 +61%)Moudan |
7/2(+61%) | (1) Moudan 7/2, Ran to form just tiring late having been taken on up front beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap chase at Gowran Park last time; enjoys making it; effective 2m-2m2f with cut; needs more. Chase winner over Christmas; okay efforts over hurdles/fences since but others preferred. |
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(7) (7/2 +22%)Three In A Row |
7/2(+22%) | (7) Three In A Row 7/2, Too much to do but ran to form in first-time cheekpieces when sixth in the Nas Na Riogh Novice Handicap Chase (Listed) at Naas last time; in good form prior; effective around 2m4f, suited by cut; inconsistent but can go well again. 0-10 chasing but good runs in defeat; Mark Walsh rides Park That. |
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(8) (9/2 0%)Kazakh D'arthel |
9/2(0%) | (8) Kazakh D'arthel 9/2, Below form when fourth beaten 18l in a handicap chase at Thurles latest; returning from a break; effective 2m-2m2f, suited by good; capable if bouncing back. Novice chase winner but jumping has been an issue; Donoghue rides Stuntman Steve. |
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(6) (7/1 +30%)Dont Tell Jack |
7/1(+30%) | (6) Dont Tell Jack 7/1, Looked in need of stiffer test when well beaten in a handicap chase at Punchestown latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f; drop in trip not certain to suit. Poor in beginners' and just modest improvement for switch to a h'cap last time. |
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(4) (18/1 -227%)Stuntman Steve |
18/1(-227%) | (4) Stuntman Steve 18/1, Never put into the race when fourth beaten 47l in a beginners' chase at Leopardstown latest; effective 2m, yet to prove stamina for further; others stronger. Point/dual hurdles winner; poor in beginners' but h'cap chase debut now with Donoghue up. |
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(5) (18/1 0%)Someone's Wish |
18/1(0%) | (5) Someone's Wish 18/1, No obvious excuse tried in blinkers when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Thurles latest; off a short-break; effective around 2m on sound surface; bit to prove over fences. Moderate form shown in last two hurdle runs; would appreciate better ground. |
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(2) (25/1 -25%)Spinning Web |
25/1(-25%) | (2) Spinning Web 25/1, Tried in blinkers and pulled up in a handicap chase at Limerick latest; effective 2m-2m5f, ideally wants a sound surface; blinkers off and bounce back needed. Mixed form in all spheres since adding second chase win in March last year. |
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(10) (66/1 -32%)Vallon Du Plessis |
66/1(-32%) | (10) Vallon Du Plessis 66/1, Continued in poor form back down in trip when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Naas latest; effective 2m3f, acts with cut; needs more now chasing. Makes chasing debut from 13lb outside the handicap; hard to fancy. |

PARK THAT shaped well enough when third on his handicap debut to suggest that he can make the breakthrough here. Highly tried on his opening two forays over fences, the Enda Bolger-trained gelding looked much more comfortable at this level when reaching the frame at Naas. With the benefit of that experience to call upon, he can open his account over the larger obstacles. Stuntman Steve will need to improve significantly on what he has achieved over fences to date, but that isn't out of the question now his stable is back in form. Moudan also has his chance with Eoghan Finegan taking a valuable 7lb off his welter burden.

Shaping nicely on handicap debut last time, PARK THAT will now have Mark Walsh aboard for the first time and appeals most
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(5) (2/1 +60%)Alther Walden |
2/1(+60%) | (5) Alther Walden 2/1, Put experience to good use, appreciated step up in trip when winning a novice at Catterick by 14l last time; since undergone a wind op; effective 8-12f, acts on sound surface; open to improvement but absence to overcome. Won by 14l at Catterick last summer; had wind op since; interesting on handicap debut. |
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(3) (10/3 -67%)Rastnet |
10/3(-67%) | (3) Rastnet 10/3, Winner got first run when beaten a neck off a 2lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 8-12f, acts on AW; more to come at this trip. Improver who went close on handicap debut at Wolverhampton (1m4f) latest; big player. |
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(2) (11/2 +15%)Machete |
11/2(+15%) | (2) Machete 11/2, Ran to form up in trip when 5l third in a handicap at Chelmsford most recent run; trainer in form; effective 10-13f, arguably better beyond 10f, acts on good to soft and AW; generally consistent. Only 1lb higher than for his last success but needs to raise his game back in trip. |
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(7) (13/2 -8%)Selenic |
13/2(-8%) | (7) Selenic 13/2, Bit below previous best when sixth beaten 7l off 78 last time, same mark here; effective 8-10f, acts on AW; possible improver at this trip. Record of 2-5 but she needs to bounce back after a flop at Kempton last month. |
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(4) (13/2 -44%)Charlie's Choice |
13/2(-44%) | (4) Charlie's Choice 13/2, Ran to form up in trip second beaten 2l off 80 last time, same mark here; effective 10-14f, acts on good to firm and AW; in fine form and respected again. Three wins this winter and he ran another solid race when second at Wolverhampton latest. |
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(6) (11/1 -10%)L'eagle Aid |
11/1(-10%) | (6) L'eagle Aid 11/1, Bit below form when comfortably held in a handicap at York last time; in good form prior; best around 12f on a sound surface; might need this. Three wins including over C&D; returns after 238 days off but he needs checking in market. |
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(1) (16/1 -129%)Cabrera |
16/1(-129%) | (1) Cabrera 16/1, Probably needed race when beaten 5 1/2l in a handicap at Ripon last time; effective 10-14f; another absence to overcome. Returns after another lengthy absence and she has something to prove back on AW. |

L'Eagle Aid makes his return to the fray after winning twice last summer including over C&D in June, but he has 9lb more to carry here and may have to settle for a place. Alther Walden won a weak Catterick novice by 14 lengths last August and makes his handicap debut after wind surgery. He is certainly one to watch, but RASTNET is preferred. A neck second in a better race at Wolverhampton last month, an added 2lb seems fair enough and he could mow down the front runners late on.

Preference is for RASTNET, who went close on her handicap debut at Wolverhampton last month and that form has worked out.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(2) (9/4 +44%)Little Miss India |
9/4(+44%) | (2) Little Miss India 9/4, Bit free but ran to form landing a handicap by a head off a 4lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; suited by 10-12f, acts on a sound surface; in form, new mark asks more. Career-best form when scoring at Wolverhampton last month; can remain very competitive. |
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(6) (3/1 +40%)Hackney Diamonds |
3/1(+40%) | (6) Hackney Diamonds 3/1, Scored by 1 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark here in January; forced to switch, ran to form third beaten 3 1/4l off 62 last time, 2lb lower here; visor first time; effective 7-12f, acts on heavy, good and AW; generally consistent. Dual course winner this winter; another good run when third to Velvet Red here recently. |
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(1) (4/1 +43%)Lilly Lux |
4/1(+43%) | (1) Lilly Lux 4/1, Ran to form, did plenty early and set it up for closers beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Kempton last time; effective up to 12f, acts on AW; running into form, well treated on old French efforts. 0-6 in Britain and inconsistent but has posted two good efforts this year (one here). |
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(3) (4/1 +50%)Solar Pass |
4/1(+50%) | (3) Solar Pass 4/1, Struggled and well beaten here well beaten in a handicap at Chester latest; in good form prior; trainer in form; stays 12-14f, acts on a sound surface; on a competitive mark. Second in three of her six handicaps; absent since struggling on heavy turf in September. |
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(8) (11/1 -83%)Late Claim |
11/1(-83%) | (8) Late Claim 11/1, Too much to do having missed the break but ran to form when second beaten 1/2l in a classified race at Wolverhampton latest; effective 12/13f, acts on AW; in good form and chance at this level. In good form but is 2lb wrong and will find this tougher than recent assignments. |
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(4) (16/1 -33%)Green Sky |
16/1(-33%) | (4) Green Sky 16/1, Quickened, solid effort up in trip back on the Flat beaten 1 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark at Lingfield last time; effective 10-12f, acts on good and AW; fair mark on old Flat and hurdle form, could come on for latest. Enjoyed run of the race when fourth at big odds at Lingfield last month; others preferred. |
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(7) (33/1 +50%)Lady Justice |
33/1(+50%) | (7) Lady Justice 33/1, Outpaced, never threatened well beaten in a handicap at Kempton latest; effective 7/8f, acts on good to soft and good; up against it with stamina concerns. Soundly beaten on both 1m starts this year and not bred for this much longer trip. |

Green Sky returned to the Flat with a decent effort at 100/1 when fourth at Lingfield and she could fight for a place off 1lb lower. Little Miss India won narrowly at Wolverhampton last month and can go well despite an added 4lb, but VELVET RED is preferred. She won easily enough over C&D last week, and the rise in class off 6lb higher may not be sufficient to stop her from following up.

Progressive 4yo VELVET RED (nap) is 2-3 since switched to handicaps and evidently very well suited by this track. She gets the nod.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(8) (13/8 +77%)Bunker Buster |
13/8(+77%) | (8) Bunker Buster 13/8, 13,000 euros Kingston Hill gelding; half-brother to Shoot First, smart at up to 3m; tongue-tied on debut and worth a market check given the trainer. Half-brother to three winners inc' Shoot First (RPR 146); tongue ti on for debut. |
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(6) (9/4 -50%)Glens Anthem |
9/4(-50%) | (6) Glens Anthem 9/4, Harzand mare; half-sister to bumper winners Shantou's Melody and Glens Lullaby; dam also a smart bumper winner; likely go well on debut for top a yard. Half-sister to bumper winners Shantou's Melody and Glens Lullaby; of obvious interest. |
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(4) (8/1 -23%)Last Apache |
8/1(-23%) | (4) Last Apache 8/1, Berkshire gelding; half-brother to bumper and 3m2f hurdles winner Jem In Em; trainer responsible for last week's Champion Bumper winner and this one is respected on debut. Half-brother to bumper/3m2f hurdle winner Jem In Em; check market.. |
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(2) (8/1 -60%)Flying Ace |
8/1(-60%) | (2) Flying Ace 8/1, Promising debut third beaten 2l in a maiden point at Lingstown; effective at 3m in points and has joined a top stable ahead of this bumper debut. Third in a point before purchased for 35,000GBP; shortlisted. |
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(5) (9/1 -227%)Super Junior |
9/1(-227%) | (5) Super Junior 9/1, Very promising debut when 5l winner in a maiden point at Dromahane; effective at 3m in points; brings significant potential rules. Dromahane point winner in Dec'; form of that race looks moderate but won by 5l. |
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(3) (12/1 +52%)Friars Park |
12/1(+52%) | (3) Friars Park 12/1, 18,000 euros Berkshire gelding; half-brother to The Doyen Chief, useful at 3m; might need this and could need longer trips once hurdling. Half-brother to two winners inc' The Doyen Chief (RPR 144); others more likely. |
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(1) (12/1 +70%)Colossal Impact |
12/1(+70%) | (1) Colossal Impact 12/1, 11,000 euros Goliath Du Berlais gelding; half-brother to French 2m2f hurdles winner Mon Getaway; might need this debut experience. Half-brother to French 2m2f hurdle winner Mon Getaway; best watched unless market speaks. |
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(9) (40/1 +20%)Harzara |
40/1(+20%) | (9) Harzara 40/1, Harzand filly; sister to Lets Go Harry, useful around 2m; probably best watched on debut unless the market suggests otherwise. Harzand filly; sister to point winner Lets Go Harry; best watched unless strong in market. |
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(7) (200/1 -100%)Tullyegan Jet |
200/1(-100%) | (7) Tullyegan Jet 200/1, Jet Away mare; half-sister to Breezingwithdstars, a poor maiden; hooded and looks to face a tough enough task on debut. Dam placed 2m2f-3m hurdles; hooded for debut and best watched.. |

A half-sister to two bumper winners, out of a Mares' Hurdle heroine who won all three starts in this discipline, GLENS ANTHEM is certainly bred for the job. Add in the fact that she is trained by Willie Mullins and it is difficult to get away from the daughter of Harzand. Flying Ace, who finished third in a Lingstown point-to-point in November, looks the biggest threat. The Gordon Elliott-trained five-year-old had every chance before weakening close home and should be a stronger horse with another winter under his belt. Super Junior won a point-to-point at Dromahane in December and although that form doesn't look anything special, he was an easy victor on the day.

Not a bumper which Mullins has dominated, so Glens Anthem is taken on with point winner SUPER JUNIOR
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (1/1 -75%)Starglow |
1/1(-75%) | (4) Starglow 1/1, Finished best after running green when asked to quicken beaten 3/4l in a maiden at Wolverhampton only start; effective 7f, acts on AW; should improve markedly from debut now upped in trip. Turned over at 2-9 at Wolverhampton but he sets standard on that clear second; key player. |
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(7) (5/4 +69%)Wareeth |
5/4(+69%) | (7) Wareeth 5/4, 510,000gns Sea The Stars colt; brother to Shah, smart at 7f as 2yo; dam smart at 12f; expensive purchase and could easily have a say on debut. 510,000gns yearling; interesting newcomer and he needs a close look in the market. |
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(3) (6/1 -9%)Showcasing Star |
6/1(-9%) | (3) Showcasing Star 6/1, Solid effort on debut when runner-up beaten 1 1/4l in a maiden at Wolverhampton only start; stays 9f, acts on AW; should improve. Made promising start at Wolverhampton two weeks ago; respected for in-form yard. |
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(6) (33/1 -32%)Thunder Rush |
33/1(-32%) | (6) Thunder Rush 33/1, Mohaather gelding; half-brother to Thunder Roar, smart at 8f; dam fair at 9f at 2yo worth a market check on debut but others stronger. Yard was 0-18 in novice events last year and he's best watched on debut. |
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(2) (40/1 -150%)Haltonwood |
40/1(-150%) | (2) Haltonwood 40/1, Got going late but still well beaten in a novice here only start; top course jockey; small but open to marked improvement. Half-brother to seven winners but he made a low-key start at big price over C&D last month. |
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(1) (80/1 -142%)Balmoral Boy |
80/1(-142%) | (1) Balmoral Boy 80/1, 55,000 euros Supremacy gelding; half-brother to Baron Samedi, smart at 12f; dam poor at 7f; trainer in form but this one is likely to need his debut. Half-brother to four winners but this looks a tough starting point. |
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(8) (150/1 -436%)The Bitters |
150/1(-436%) | (8) The Bitters 150/1, Tasleet filly; half-sister to Beat The Odds, poor at 8f; dam useful at 9f; up against it on debut. This looks a tough starting point and she could be one for further down the line. |
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(5) (200/1 -203%)The Floors Munky |
200/1(-203%) | (5) The Floors Munky 200/1, Moderate debut effort well beaten in a maiden at Hamilton; hard to make a case for and may do better in handicaps. Remote fifth on Hamilton debut last summer and he's best watched on return for new yard. |

A tricky novice event to call with three unraced options, but it would be a surprise if STARGLOW doesn't come home in front. Charlie Appleby's Space Blues colt was slowly away before finishing second at Wolverhampton over a furlong shorter at long odds-on last month, but he will have learned plenty from the experience and could go one better. Showcasing Star was also second on his only start and is another likely improver, while Archie Watson's Sea The Stars colt Wareeth is one to watch for future contests.

The pick is STARGLOW, who sets the standard on his clear second at Wolverhampton and is open to improvement on this step up in trip.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(8) (9/2 +55%)Sea Suite |
9/2(+55%) | (8) Sea Suite 9/2, Continued in poor form down the field in a handicap at Newmarket most recent; returning from a break; suited by 8f, acts on soft and AW; down in weights but with good reason, plenty to prove on return. Eight-race maiden who was out of form when last seen in the autumn and seems best over 1m. |
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(1) (9/2 +36%)Grabajabba |
9/2(+36%) | (1) Grabajabba 9/2, Scored by a neck off a 2lb lower mark at Wolverhampton penultimate start; ran to form just flattening out late having raced freely fifth beaten 2 1/4l off 75 last time, same mark here; effective 7/8f, acts on a sound surface; in form. Not one to rely upon but probably still on good mark after last month's win in new visor. |
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(7) (5/1 +50%)Ash Wednesday |
5/1(+50%) | (7) Ash Wednesday 5/1, Never got a run and flattened out beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark here last time; suited by 7f, acts on soft and AW; should come on for latest. Six-time AW winner in first half of 2025; back on a good mark but wide draw a negative. |
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(2) (11/2 +0%)Blazing Son |
11/2(+0%) | (2) Blazing Son 11/2, Returned to form beaten 2l off this mark at Newcastle last time; effective 6/7f, acts on soft, good and AW; back on last win mark, can go well. Got back on track with good second at Newcastle this month; remains on a workable mark. |
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(6) (7/1 +30%)Al Muqdad |
7/1(+30%) | (6) Al Muqdad 7/1, Never threatened all the way winner beaten 5l in a handicap at Newcastle last time; suited by 7f, stays 8f, acts on sound surface; remains 2lb above last win mark but threat if getting decent test. Below best this year but he's effective over this C&D and too well handicapped to rule out. |
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(11) (9/1 -29%)King Of York |
9/1(-29%) | (11) King Of York 9/1, Scored by a neck off a 3lb lower mark here three starts back; flattened out late up in trip having refused to settle sixth beaten 5l off 69 last time, same mark here; effective 7/8f on AW; consistent, can go well again back down to 7f. Dual course winner this year; below form last time but remains very much of interest. |
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(3) (11/1 -100%)Great |
11/1(-100%) | (3) Great 11/1, Ran to form beaten 2l off this mark at Kempton last time; significant jockey booking; inconsistent in short career over 6-7f, acts on any, threat if fit. Signed off for Richard Hannon with good third in October; market may guide on stable debut. |
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(12) (12/1 -71%)Habrdi |
12/1(-71%) | (12) Habrdi 12/1, Landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 7/8f, acts on soft and AW; will remain well treated on old form but not one to rely on backing up latest. Emphatic winner off much reduced mark at Wolverhampton last week; must be considered. |
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(10) (14/1 -115%)Too Sweet |
14/1(-115%) | (10) Too Sweet 14/1, Well backed, good attitude, back to debut form back from break when second beaten 3/4l in a maiden at Chelmsford latest; returning from long layoff; effective 8f; has run well fresh, may have more to offer now handicapping for new yard. Absent since Chelmsford second in February 2025; market helpful on stable/handicap debut. |
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(4) (16/1 -33%)Chesneys Charm |
16/1(-33%) | (4) Chesneys Charm 16/1, Below form beaten 8l in a handicap at Carlisle last time; effective 7-8f; in form prior to latest and on workable mark. Won at York last summer but absent since low-key run on soft turf in September. |
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(5) (33/1 -175%)Thurso |
33/1(-175%) | (5) Thurso 33/1, Never competitive having missed break beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Chelmsford last time; trainer in form; usually held up; effective 6/7f, acts on a sound surface; easing in weights and capable of a good run. Not much has gone to plan this year but he's well handicapped on autumn Wolverhampton form. |
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(9) (80/1 -142%)Stoneywell |
80/1(-142%) | (9) Stoneywell 80/1, Too keen, well below form well beaten in a handicap at Newmarket latest; hood first time; returning from a break; effective at 7f, acts on good; needs to settle. Placed at 80-1 in a novice but well beaten on subsequent handicap debut; back from break. |

Ash Wednesday is worth a second glance with two wins from four starts here. Too Sweet makes her handicap debut after finishing second at Chelmsford over a year ago and is an interesting contender, though BLAZING SON seems a more sensible call. Beaten into second at Newcastle last time, he has won off his current mark before and also has two Southwell victories to his name.

Bottomweight HABRDI is patently not the force of old but he was quite impressive when ending a long losing run last week.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (4/9 +44%)Zatsgood |
4/9(+44%) | (4) Zatsgood 4/9, Promising debut when runner-up beaten a length in a 2yo race at Chantilly only start; effective at 10f on AW; huge absence to overcome but new trainer in form but retains potential. Sole run was promising second in France in November 2024; needs close look on stable debut. |
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(3) (15/8 -15%)Recency Bias |
15/8(-15%) | (3) Recency Bias 15/8, Marked improvement from debut up in trip when second beaten 1 1/2l in a novice at Doncaster latest; returning from long layoff; effective 6/7f on good and AW; more to come upped in trip for top stable. Sets a good standard on his second at Doncaster last spring; big player on his return. |
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(2) (7/1 0%)Porter's Song |
7/1(0%) | (2) Porter's Song 7/1, Improved on moderate debut effort beaten 7l in a novice at Wolverhampton last time; effective at 9f; ex-Andre Fabre, has some potential for new yard but perhaps once in handicaps. Well-held fifth in both starts and has plenty to find on this drop in trip. |
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(5) (28/1 +58%)Finally Escaped |
28/1(+58%) | (5) Finally Escaped 28/1, Similar level to debut albeit didn't get home upped in trip comfortably held in a novice at Southwell last time; effective over 8-11f on AW; drop in trip a plus. Has plenty to find on this drop to 7f and handicaps will be more suitable. |
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(1) (66/1 -164%)Billyjoegold |
66/1(-164%) | (1) Billyjoegold 66/1, Havana Gold gelding; half-brother to Bobby Joe Leg, useful at 7f on AW; dam useful at 6f; this one is best watched on debut. Has good standard to aim at on belated debut and he is best watched. |
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(6) (150/1 -50%)Pop The Question |
150/1(-50%) | (6) Pop The Question 150/1, Pulled up in a point at Witton Castle latest; returning from long layoff; all to do on Flat debut with lack of pace a probable issue. Dual point and hurdle winner and this is a tough task on her belated Flat debut. |

ZATSGOOD has the best form after finishing second on his only start for Andre Fabre, beaten a length by Uther who went on to win a Group 3 at Longchamp. If the son of Frankel is ready to go after 16 months off the track on his first start for George Boughey, he would prove hard to beat. Recency Bias was improving with experience finishing second at Doncaster last March on his second start but he has been off for close to a year, while Finally Escaped could also mount a challenge.

The two standout contenders are both returning after a lengthy absence but RECENCY BIAS gets the vote ahead of Zatsgood.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (10/11 +0%)Kingofthecarnival |
10/11(+0%) | (4) Kingofthecarnival 10/11, Benefited from the rail, quickened clear off a break when landing a handicap by 2l off a 4lb lower mark here last time; effective 7f, acts on AW; big, strong sort, more to come. Won on handicap debut here (7f) last month and he's a big player again back up in trip. |
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(1) (4/1 +33%)Norcross Brow |
4/1(+33%) | (1) Norcross Brow 4/1, Knocked back start but ran about to form when fourth beaten 4l in a handicap here latest; top course jockey; effective 7/8f, acts on good to soft and AW; looks to have found level. Still unexposed after only five runs but he needs improvement back up in trip. |
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(5) (11/2 +39%)Sailor Batt |
11/2(+39%) | (5) Sailor Batt 11/2, Slow early pace probably didn't suit when beaten 6l in a handicap here last time; wide draw; effective 6/7f, acts on AW, suited by cut; attitude questionable. Eight-race maiden who was disappointing over C&D last month; others are more convincing. |
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(2) (15/2 +25%)Kameko Fever |
15/2(+25%) | (2) Kameko Fever 15/2, Looked to need further despite step up in trip on handicap debut when beaten 3 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; top course trainer; seems to need beyond 8f and acts on AW; needs more. No impact in four runs so far and he needs to raise his game after wind surgery. |
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(8) (12/1 +25%)Zoustellar |
12/1(+25%) | (8) Zoustellar 12/1, Never figured off a stiff opening mark up in trip beaten 7l in a handicap at Kempton last time; trainer in form; tongue-tie first time; usually held up; bred to be effective 6/7f, probably acts on AW; seems limited. Lightly raced filly but she needs a transformation at this new trip; tongue-tie added. |
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(6) (18/1 -227%)Secret Testimony |
18/1(-227%) | (6) Secret Testimony 18/1, Improved for a shock win in a handicap by a nose off a 4lb lower mark here last time; returning from a break; effective at 7f on AW; more to come. Big improvement with a 50-1 win in 7f handicap here in November; up 4lb on his return. |
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(7) (22/1 -10%)Space Moon |
22/1(-10%) | (7) Space Moon 22/1, Roughly back to debut form beaten 7l in a maiden here last time; effective 6f, acts on AW; has probably reached level but might do better now handicapping. Unexposed filly and she's a possible improver upped to 1m on handicap debut; market useful. |
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(9) (28/1 -133%)Captain Bruce |
28/1(-133%) | (9) Captain Bruce 28/1, Finished tamely when comfortably held in a nursery at Chelmsford last time; in good form prior; tongue-tie first time; returning from a break; effective 7-10f, acts on AW; likely has more to offer. Two AW wins last year and latest was over 1m2f here; market informative on his return. |
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(3) (40/1 -122%)Smartanck |
40/1(-122%) | (3) Smartanck 40/1, Tongue-tied again and below form beaten 7 1/2l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; since undergone a wind op; effective 7/8f, acts on AW; might do better now had breathing op. Wolverhampton winner but he's been out of sorts in both runs for current yard; had wind op. |

Secret Testimony sprung a 50/1 surprise when victorious over 7f here in November and is out to prove that was no fluke, but KINGOFTHECARNIVAL looks the more sensible option. Archie Watson's gelding won on handicap debut over the same C&D and the assessor was kind to only put him up 4lb. With a similar display, he could be the one to beat. Kameko Fever completes the shortlist.

This can go to KINGOFTHECARNIVAL (nap), who found plenty of progress when justifying favouritism on his handicap debut two weeks ago.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(3) (3/1 +0%)Mr Nugget |
3/1(+0%) | (3) Mr Nugget 3/1, Ran to form second beaten a neck off 73 last time, 1lb higher here; effective 9-12f, acts on AW; in good form and can go well again. Improver who has form figures of 13511212 since the end of December; big player. |
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(4) (7/2 +46%)Criminal Shore |
7/2(+46%) | (4) Criminal Shore 7/2, Just about to form beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; effective 7/8, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; generally consistent, remains above last winning mark. Sole win was last spring but he's run plenty of good races since then; in the mix. |
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(1) (4/1 +11%)Selection |
4/1(+11%) | (1) Selection 4/1, Ran to form beaten 3/4l off a 1lb lower mark at Southwell last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 6-8f, acts on good to firm and AW; generally consistent. C&D winner who was close second at Southwell last month; respected with cheekpieces added. |
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(7) (7/1 +0%)Tasever |
7/1(+0%) | (7) Tasever 7/1, Ran to form third beaten 3l off 70 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 7/8f, acts on any, form mainly on AW these days; needs more. Six-time course winner but he looks weighted near his best and others are preferred. |
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(10) (15/2 -25%)Concert Boy |
15/2(-25%) | (10) Concert Boy 15/2, Hit the line well dropped in trip beaten a short-head off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective 7/8f, suited by AW; should again go well. Course specialist who had a near miss over 7f here last week; respected back up in trip. |
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(6) (17/2 0%)Barry's Boy |
17/2(0%) | (6) Barry's Boy 17/2, Ran to form beaten 1 1/2l off this mark at Wolverhampton last time; off a short-break; effective around 8/9f, acts on good and AW; respected on latest effort and may improve a little. Windsor winner who was a good second at Wolverhampton last time; respected on his return. |
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(8) (14/1 -100%)Boubyan |
14/1(-100%) | (8) Boubyan 14/1, Back to best landing a handicap by a head off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective 8-10f, acts on any; chance after a slight rise. Turned things around with a win here two weeks ago and has claims if he can back that up. |
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(5) (16/1 +52%)Harswell Ruby |
16/1(+52%) | (5) Harswell Ruby 16/1, Below form down the field in a handicap here most recent; returning from a break; effective 7/8f, acts on soft and a sound surface; might need this. Overall record of 1-21 and was tailed off here in her final run last year; down the list. |
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(2) (18/1 -13%)Alpha Capture |
18/1(-13%) | (2) Alpha Capture 18/1, Ran to form upped in trip beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark at Galway last time; effective 7-12f with ease underfoot and on good to firm; might have more to offer this season for new stable. Useful in his youth but he returns for another new yard; market should guide. |
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(11) (20/1 -25%)Lessay |
20/1(-25%) | (11) Lessay 20/1, Just about to form beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; effective at 7/8f, acts on most ground; needs more. Infrequent winner and he didn't shine over 7f here last time; others are preferred. |
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(9) (40/1 +20%)Hostelry |
40/1(+20%) | (9) Hostelry 40/1, Bit below form beaten 9l in a handicap here last time; suited by a stiff 8f, acts on any; form has levelled out. 9yo who is 0-12 on AW; looks opposable on her return after 158 days off. |

Mr Nugget has had a fruitful winter, winning on five occasions since November, and he is likely to be thereabouts once again. Boubyan got up towards the finish over 1m2f here on his most recent start, so the drop back in trip might not be the best move. Therefore, the one that appeals most is five-time course winner CONCERT BOY, who bounced back to form when second at this venue recently and remains on a workable rating.

It might be worth sticking with MR NUGGET, who has won four of his last eight starts and was a close second at Wolverhampton last time.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(3) (3/1 +40%)Liverpool Star |
3/1(+40%) | (3) Liverpool Star 3/1, Finished best after minor traffic problems beaten 2l off this mark at Southwell last time; effective 5/6f, may be better latter, acts on good to firm and AW; mark is competitive. Registered peak effort over C&D; possibilities back in this scenario. |
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(1) (7/2 -56%)Cool Molly |
7/2(-56%) | (1) Cool Molly 7/2, Step up in trip suited and benefited from pace collapse when landing a handicap by a head off a 3lb lower mark at Lingfield last time; effective stiff 5f, suited by 6f, acts on AW; consistent. Lingfield win took her record this year to 2-3; may improve further. |
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(7) (4/1 +27%)Soul Warrior |
4/1(+27%) | (7) Soul Warrior 4/1, First career win on handicap debut at Redcar last time; trainer in form; effective at 6f on good to soft; more to come but migh need this. Won at Redcar on handicap debut when last seen; may have more to offer. |
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(2) (9/2 -29%)Alfa Duplicate |
9/2(-29%) | (2) Alfa Duplicate 9/2, Strong pace suited down in trip landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark at Southwell last time; effective 5/6f, yet to stay 7f, acts on good to soft and AW; back to best for first time since wind op latest. Improved for drop to 5f last time; return to 6f is the question mark. |
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(4) (11/2 +21%)Espona Bay |
11/2(+21%) | (4) Espona Bay 11/2, Minor late headway suggesting further may suit when fourth beaten 5l in a handicap here latest; effective 6/7f, acts on good and AW, possibly not at best with give; needs more. Maiden who has consistent form (2224) in his AW attempts. |
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(5) (12/1 +25%)Henriette Ronner |
12/1(+25%) | (5) Henriette Ronner 12/1, Touch disappointing again when ninth beaten 5 1/4l off 66 last time, 2lb lower here; effective 6/7f, acts on AW; good run in first-time blinkers could be a one-off. Below par for new stable but the return to this C&D may suit. |
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(6) (14/1 +30%)Evolve |
14/1(+30%) | (6) Evolve 14/1, Outpaced down in trip, poor handicap debut when comfortably held here last time; top course trainer; suited by 6f, may get 7f, acts on AW; form going wrong way. Gelding operation is a possible source of improvement. |
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(8) (14/1 +44%)Pivotal Terms |
14/1(+44%) | (8) Pivotal Terms 14/1, Below form ridden further back when down in trip beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap here last time; effective 7f, not proven 6f, acts on good and AW; mark may be a bit stiff. Ex-Irish maiden; needs improvement on her efforts for new yard. |

Cool Molly made it two wins from her last three outings, with her most recent success coming off a mark of 66 at Lingfield. She should remain competitive, but ALFA DUPLICATE beat Liverpool Star (third) when recording her first triumph over 5f at Southwell. The extra furlong won't pose her any problems and she looks the one to side with. Soul Warrior struck on handicap debut at Redcar in September and is another to note.

With the return to this scenario a likely plus, LIVERPOOOL STAR is taken to get off the mark. Cool Molly is second choice.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(2) (11/8 +61%)Southern Warrior |
11/8(+61%) | (2) Southern Warrior 11/8, Ran to form when fourth beaten 2l in a novice at Lingfield latest; effective 5/6f, acts on AW; consistent. Has shown clear promise in novice events; open to progress in handicaps; interesting. |
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(4) (11/4 -47%)Brave Traveller |
11/4(-47%) | (4) Brave Traveller 11/4, Game and ran to form back up in trip landing a handicap by a head off a 3lb lower mark here last time; top course jockey; returning from a break; effective 5/6f, acts on soft, good and AW; likeable but mark tougher now. Scored gamely over C&D in December and may well improve further; commands respect. |
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(5) (7/2 -5%)Thankfully Simmy |
7/2(-5%) | (5) Thankfully Simmy 7/2, Finished as if needing further when second beaten 5 1/2l in a handicap at Lingfield latest; top course trainer; usually held up; effective 6f, probably wants 7f ideally, acts on AW; open to improvement. Promising effort at Lingfield (handicap debut) last time; gelded since; in the mix. |
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(6) (15/2 +46%)Everydaysasaturday |
15/2(+46%) | (6) Everydaysasaturday 15/2, Well beaten again and not showing much beaten 5 1/4l in a novice at Redcar last time; hard to make a case for. New scenario (AW/handicap debut) may see him in a different light. |
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(8) (10/1 +38%)Baldosa |
10/1(+38%) | (8) Baldosa 10/1, Ran to current level beaten 5 1/4l in a nursery here last time; effective at 7f on a sound surface. Posted one of her better efforts in Newcastle event (AW debut) on final 2yo start. |
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(3) (14/1 +0%)Mighty Vega |
14/1(+0%) | (3) Mighty Vega 14/1, Below form second time in cheekpieces when beaten 7l in a handicap here last time; effective at 6f, only just gets 7f, acts on AW; form has tailed off. No progress in handicaps, modest fifth over C&D (stable debut) most recently. |
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(7) (28/1 -12%)Peggy Boo |
28/1(-12%) | (7) Peggy Boo 28/1, Built slightly on previous two runs when 9 1/2l third in a novice at Beverley most recent run; effective 5f on soft and good; might do better now handicapping. Goes handicapping on return from six-month absence; check for market support. |

The recently-gelded Thankfully Simmy is a potential improver to keep an eye on in the betting, while Southern Warrior and Everydaysasaturday aren't over burdened for their handicap debuts. However, BRAVE TRAVELLER seems to be getting batter with each run and a 3lb rise for his C&D success in December may underestimate him now that he has proven he has the will to win.

Being a game sort who may well show further improvement, BRAVE TRAVELLER is preferred. Thankfully Simmy is second pick.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (11/8 +50%)Pit Boss |
11/8(+50%) | (4) Pit Boss 11/8, Best work late, ran to form back up in trip when third beaten 1/2l off 58 last time, same mark here; effective at 6/7f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; in form and can go well again. Has form figures of 4212233 here since January and he remains feasibly treated; key player. |
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(2) (7/2 +75%)Andalprofit |
7/2(+75%) | (2) Andalprofit 7/2, Didn't stay up in trip when comfortably held in a handicap here last time; trainer in form; effective 6/7f, acts on a sound surface; inconsistent but drop in trip helpful. Did too much too soon over 7f here last time and has possibilities back at this trip. |
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(6) (9/2 -50%)Instant Bond |
9/2(-50%) | (6) Instant Bond 9/2, Improved dropped in trip landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark here last time; probably effective 5-7f, acts on AW; can again go well off new mark. Off the mark when beating Tomorrow Day over C&D ten days ago; respected off 4lb higher. |
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(7) (9/2 +0%)Spun To Gold |
9/2(+0%) | (7) Spun To Gold 9/2, Unlucky not to finish closer beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; effective 6/7f, acts on sound surface; down to a fair mark now and should go well. Dual C&D winner who didn't get much luck when third here last week; in the mix. |
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(9) (13/2 +54%)Asadjumeirah |
13/2(+54%) | (9) Asadjumeirah 13/2, Below form beaten 2 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; effective at 6f, suited by AW; bounce back needed. Went close over C&D last month but he's finished down the field here in last three starts. |
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(1) (16/1 +0%)Tarlac |
16/1(+0%) | (1) Tarlac 16/1, Slow away from stalls when beaten 9 1/2l in a handicap at Hamilton last time; effective 6f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; struggling since spring win. Record of 1-15 and was well held in his final four runs last year; cheekpieces removed. |
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(10) (22/1 -83%)Nazca |
22/1(-83%) | (10) Nazca 22/1, Found little, below form beaten 9l in a handicap here last time; in good form prior; suited by 6f, acts on AW; bounce back needed. His last win was two years ago and he was last of eight in a C&D handicap two weeks ago. |
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(3) (25/1 -39%)South Road |
25/1(-39%) | (3) South Road 25/1, Never involved beaten 7l in a handicap here last time; usually held up; effective 6f, acts on good to soft and good; mark stiff enough. Hard to predict and sole win was at 40-1 last summer; comes with risks attached on return. |

Instant Bond appreciated dropping back to 6f when he won over C&D 10 days ago and had more in hand than the winning margin suggests. However, that was his first victory in 18 attempts and a 4lb rise could be problematic. On this occasion, slender preference is for the reliable PIT BOSS. A C&D winner who has been placed here on nine other occasions, his Newcastle record is a highly persuasive factor. Jkr Cobbler is an appealing alternative.

The vote goes to PIT BOSS who has a record of 4212233 here since January and is on the same mark as for his close third last week.
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