There are 43 Races Today across 6 meetings. There are 7 races at Newbury, 8 races at Wolverhampton, 7 races at Ayr, 8 races at Bath, 7 races at Ballinrobe, 6 races at Exeter, use Tomform to help you find a winner.
The data in the racecards below is for the past year. View the racecard key.
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(7) (11/4 +21%)Secret Force |
11/4(+21%) | (7) Secret Force 11/4, Outpaced, rallied, ran to form when fourth in Scottish Triumph Hurdle (Listed) at Musselburgh latest; cheekpieces and tongue-tie first time; effective 2m, acts on any; consistent in short career. Highly tried since winning his 3yo hurdle; new headgear for this handicap debut. |
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(5) (4/1 +11%)Magna Victor |
4/1(+11%) | (5) Magna Victor 4/1, Well treated up 4lb, improved again on handicap debut when landing a handicap by 2l off a 8lb lower mark at Musselburgh last time; off a short-break; effective 2m with cut; progressive. Up 8lb for winning a weaker race last time but he does seem on an upward curve. |
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(1) (11/2 +27%)Castle Ivers |
11/2(+27%) | (1) Castle Ivers 11/2, Travelled, improved to make winning debut over hurdles when winning a maiden hurdle at Warwick by 1/2l last time; effective at 2m on soft, good to soft and AW; absence to overcome but promising sort. Has a long absence to overcome and a hefty weight for his handicap debut. |
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(3) (11/2 -10%)Bibe Mus |
11/2(-10%) | (3) Bibe Mus 11/2, Well held up in grade, race probably came too soon when 11th beaten 19l off 127 last time, same mark here; effective at 2m, acts on heavy and yielding; in form until latest, mark demands more. Debut winner for this yard and his Fred Winter run was better that it looks on paper. |
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(8) (15/2 +6%)Newtown Rambler |
15/2(+6%) | (8) Newtown Rambler 15/2, Improved in new headgear combo landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Warwick last time; effective 2m-2m4f on a sound surface; can do better still and new mark fair. Made all at Warwick; it's tougher dominating around here and he's 6lb higher. |
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(9) (8/1 +27%)Triple Crown Ted |
8/1(+27%) | (9) Triple Crown Ted 8/1, Ran to form, conceded first run to stablemate when second beaten 6l off 114 last time, same mark here; effective 2m, acts on heavy and good; progressing, still well treated on novice form. Confidently ridden when second here last time; looks capable of better again. |
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(11) (9/1 +25%)Lance Les Des |
9/1(+25%) | (11) Lance Les Des 9/1, Ran to best to get off the mark when winning a maiden hurdle here by 1 1/2l last time; effective at 2m, acts on heavy and good to soft; progressing well and more to come off a fair mark in handicaps. Maiden winner last time; progressive and quite likely on fair terms with the handicapper. |
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(2) (9/1 +0%)The Gray Ghost |
9/1(+0%) | (2) The Gray Ghost 9/1, Bit free and flattened out late up in trip but ran to form fourth beaten 3l off 120 last time, same mark here; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on good to soft and good; in form and go well again. In form but does look vulnerable off this high a mark in this strong a race. |
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(6) (20/1 -11%)Bertie's Ballet |
20/1(-11%) | (6) Bertie's Ballet 20/1, Taken on up front and stopped quickly up in grade down the field in a handicap hurdle at Kelso most recent; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on heavy and good to soft; in good form until latest. Below par in two of his three races this season but he's on his last winning mark. |
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(4) (20/1 +9%)Caballo De Guerra |
20/1(+9%) | (4) Caballo De Guerra 20/1, Too keen up in class when comfortably held in Premier Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Kelso last time; in good form prior; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; in good form, mark not easy. Raced too freely in a Grade 2 last time; the ability is there should the hood help. |
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(10) (22/1 -22%)Ginger Mail |
22/1(-22%) | (10) Ginger Mail 22/1, Did plenty early, found little again when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh most recent; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good to soft; on a good mark but bit to prove at present. Exposed 10yo whose powers would appear to be on the wane. |
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(12) (25/1 -39%)Ravenscraig Castle |
25/1(-39%) | (12) Ravenscraig Castle 25/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh latest; usually held up; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; consistent sort. Consistent but not progressive; fifth in this last year off the very same mark. |
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(15) (25/1 -25%)Belaya River |
25/1(-25%) | (15) Belaya River 25/1, Bit keen, mistakes, made too much use of on handicap debut when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Sedgefield last time; in good form prior; effective 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; worth another chance in handicaps. Returning to slower ground may help but unlikely that he's on that great a mark. |
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(13) (33/1 -32%)Dance Thief |
33/1(-32%) | (13) Dance Thief 33/1, Never travelled, below form off revised mark away from favoured venue when ninth beaten 36l off 109 last time, 4lb lower here; effective 2m, acts with cut; Ayr specialist. Over fences for his last three races and has been good and bad; others preferred. |
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(14) (33/1 -32%)Tuppence |
33/1(-32%) | (14) Tuppence 33/1, Made too much use of but ran to form when fourth beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh latest; effective 2m-2m4f on soft and good to soft; fair mark on French effort, could be running into form. Dropping back to 2m could work but this still commands a career best and by some way. |

Connections have been patient with Castle Ivers, who hasn't been seen since winning his maiden at Warwick in 2024, with his bumper form standing out ahead of his handicap debut. He is one to watch, but preference is for SECRET FORCE, whose Musselburgh Listed fourth looks the best form, and with a tongue-tie and cheekpieces added here for the first time. Triple Crown Ted and Magna Victor are others to consider.

Bibe Mus and Secret Force are shortlisted but this race could be ideal for the novice TRIPLE CROWN TED who travels strongly.
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Clive Cox bids for back-to-back wins in the race with Jaan Ki Tukri, who captures the imagination as the most expensive of these purchased via public auction, while From Me To You is a must for the shortlist. However, preference is for BLESSED VOYAGER, who cost 80,000 euros as a yearling and has a shade more speed in his pedigree. The betting market will also be informative where the likes of Napa, Crusherman and Harry Knows are concerned.

The betting will be highly revealing with no form to go on but there are many reasons for expecting a big run from FROM ME TO YOU.
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(3) (2/1 +33%)Travel Agent |
2/1(+33%) | (3) Travel Agent 2/1, Too much to do beaten 3/4l off this mark at Kempton last time; effective 6f, may not have speed for shorter, acts on AW, yet to show form on turf; competitively handicapped. Close second at Kempton last week and he's a key player off same mark here. |
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(1) (7/2 -17%)Jojo Rabbit |
7/2(-17%) | (1) Jojo Rabbit 7/2, Back to form leading on turf landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Pontefract last time; effective 5/6f, acts on any, goes well in front; stiffer mark now. Made all at Pontefract and he's respected under a penalty on this step back up in trip. |
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(2) (9/2 -29%)Twilight Madness |
9/2(-29%) | (2) Twilight Madness 9/2, Scored by a neck off a 4lb lower mark at Bath penultimate start; ran about to form made a lot of use of last time; enjoys making it; wide draw; suited by 5/6f, acts on any; consistent, mark on high side. Won at Bath on his penultimate run and is a big player if he can recapture that form. |
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(4) (6/1 +29%)Style King |
6/1(+29%) | (4) Style King 6/1, Taken on up front beaten 5l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; wide draw; suited by 6f, acts on AW, likes fast ground; needs a return to best off current mark. Won at Lingfield in the autumn but he's been disappointing since and others are preferred. |
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(8) (7/1 +7%)Good Karma |
7/1(+7%) | (8) Good Karma 7/1, Made too much use of on return to turf beaten 5l in a handicap at Thirsk last time; in good form prior; visor first time; effective 6-8f, probably acts on any; remains 5lb above his last winning mark. Disappointing when favourite at Thirsk latest and all of his three wins have been over 7f. |
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(5) (15/2 +25%)White Umbrella |
15/2(+25%) | (5) White Umbrella 15/2, Below form beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; effective 6/7f, acts on soft, good and AW; form is in and out but chance off this mark on a good day. Her last four wins have been at this track and she was placed over C&D on penultimate run. |
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(6) (8/1 +0%)Punchbowl Flyer |
8/1(+0%) | (6) Punchbowl Flyer 8/1, Ran to form beaten 2 1/4l off this mark here last time; effective 5-7f, acts on good and AW but best with give; in good heart. In-form 9yo but he's had only one win since June 2021. |
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(7) (18/1 -13%)Due Date |
18/1(-13%) | (7) Due Date 18/1, Made too much use of but bit better effort beaten 6l in a handicap here last time; suited by 6f, acts on a sound surface; dropping down the weights. On handy mark but he's been out of sorts this year and needs to get back on track. |
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(9) (125/1 -25%)Megaphone |
125/1(-25%) | (9) Megaphone 125/1, Yard won this last year; poor effort down the field in a handicap here most recent start; hood first time; effective 5/6f, acts on good to soft and good to firm but suited by AW; out of sorts. Regressive 4yo who has finished ahead of only one rival in four runs for his current yard. |

TRAVEL AGENT flew home at Kempton to grab the runner-up spot on only his second outing for Adam Kirby. The son of No Nay Never looks up to winning off his current mark on that evidence and is taken to edge out Jojo Rabbit. The latter made all over the minimum trip at Pontefract recently. He's equally proficient on this surface and warrants plenty of respect, while Punchbowl Flyer is preferred to Twilight Madness of the rest.

With several pacesetters involved this could set up for a closer and the vote goes to TRAVEL AGENT who went close at Kempton last week.
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(4) (3/1 -20%)The Grafter |
3/1(-20%) | (4) The Grafter 3/1, Did it cosily and improved again, confirming form with runner-up, when landing a handicap by 4l off a 7lb lower mark at Newcastle last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on any; progressive and fair chance of hat-trick.. 2-2 over fences and something to spare each time; may well have more left in the tank. |
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(6) (7/2 +0%)Marty Mcfly |
7/2(+0%) | (6) Marty Mcfly 7/2, Jumped boldly, improved again under aggressive ride when landing a Go North One Man Series Final Handicap Chase by 3l off a 7lb lower mark at Carlisle last time; effective around 2m4f, acts on good to soft and good to firm; new mark asks more again but may land five-timer. Arrives on a five-timer and latest 7lb rise may not stop this thriving 8yo. |
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(3) (4/1 +27%)Risk De Pluie |
4/1(+27%) | (3) Risk De Pluie 4/1, Travelled, improved again off higher mark when runner-up at Chepstow latest; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m6f, acts on any; consistent and should go well. In good form at Chepstow on last two starts; optimism he'll be fine back down in trip. |
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(2) (5/1 -25%)Throatlash |
5/1(-25%) | (2) Throatlash 5/1, Fell when rallying late in a handicap chase at Haydock latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f, acts with cut; good chance here if okay after fall. Front-runner; under pressure when falling last time but 3-3 in handicap chases previously. |
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(1) (13/2 +13%)Pleasington |
13/2(+13%) | (1) Pleasington 13/2, Pulled up having not found much in Greatwood Gold Cup at Newbury latest; since undergone a wind op; cheekpieces first time; effective around 2m, acts on heavy and good to soft; bit to prove but mark is easing. He's struggled on his last two runs but perhaps wind op/cheekpieces will make a difference. |
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(7) (7/1 +36%)Stuntman Steve |
7/1(+36%) | (7) Stuntman Steve 7/1, Badly hampered by late faller when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Navan last time; usually held up; effective 2m, yet to prove stamina for further; needs more but could yet improve for top Irish trainer. Hard to fancy on chasing evidence but this Irish raider is well treated on his hurdle form. |
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(5) (12/1 -20%)Koukeo |
12/1(-20%) | (5) Koukeo 12/1, Outpaced, never jumped or travelled when fifth beaten 51l off 122 last time, 2lb lower here; effective 2m-2m6f, acts on good; may need step back up in trip. Disappointing on last 2 runs but good start to chasing career previously; may bounce back. |
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(8) (12/1 +0%)Ballyfort |
12/1(+0%) | (8) Ballyfort 12/1, Hung under pressure but returned to form beaten a length off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; needs more but likes it here. Likes it here & has won twice this term but needs to be better than ever back up in grade. |
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(9) (22/1 +12%)Tanking Along |
22/1(+12%) | (9) Tanking Along 22/1, Made too much use of up in class when only sixth at Carlisle latest; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; progressive over hurdles and fences until latest, mark may be high enough. Two wins at Sedgefield this season but 8lb wrong today and the cheekpieces are left off. |

MARTY MCFLY goes from strength to strength over fences, winning four in a row with the latest of those by three lengths at Carlisle, and another 7lb from the handicapper may not stop him. The Grafter is a big danger as he looks to keep his unbeaten record over the larger obstacles after an easy win at Newcastle. He can enter the reckoning along with Throatlash and C&D winner Ballyfort.

Having impressed when winning at Newcastle on his first two chase starts, THE GRAFTER can maintain his unbeaten record over fences.
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(1) (14/1 +13%)Akademy Lady |
14/1(+13%) | (1) Akademy Lady 14/1, 200,000 euros No Nay Never filly; half-sister to Long Tradition, smart at 10f; dam high-class at 8f; probably need the experience. 200,000euros half-sister to two winners out of a well-related Group-placed 1m winner. |

As a full-sister to Ombudsman who cost 900,000gns, SYNCHRONICITY has striking claims on paper and expectations are likely to be high for a bold showing from her on debut. However, there is plenty of potential among the rest, with Seet, a half-sister to Kalpana, Sapphire Secret, a half-sister to an Australian Group 1 winner, and Song Of The Clouds, a half-sister to Group 3 winner Mighty Ulysses, also noted.

Some notable pedigrees on show and the betting will be revealing. As things stand, BRIGHT SUMMER is preferred to Tarrant.
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(5) (5/2 +9%)Afton Down |
5/2(+9%) | (5) Afton Down 5/2, Below form, short in market when second beaten 1/2l in a maiden at Chelmsford latest; effective at 6f, acts on good to firm and AW; more to offer. Ended last season with two close seconds and he's a key player on his return. |
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(3) (4/1 +11%)Scheffler |
4/1(+11%) | (3) Scheffler 4/1, Promising late headway third beaten 2 1/4l in a maiden at Lingfield debut; wide draw; speedily-bred but gets 7f well, acts on AW; open to improvement but drop in trip counterintuitive. Eye-catcher on recent Lingfield debut (7f) and he's a big player if he can build on that. |
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(4) (5/1 +9%)Goldenstateofmind |
5/1(+9%) | (4) Goldenstateofmind 5/1, Similar level to debut not quite getting 6f beaten 7l in a novice at Chester last time; returning from layoff; effective 5f, acts on good; may need run. Disappointing in his second 2yo run and has something to prove after 11 months off. |
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(6) (5/1 +9%)Cool Doc Boy |
5/1(+9%) | (6) Cool Doc Boy 5/1, Made too much use of beaten 4l in a maiden here last time; trainer in form; returning from a break; effective 6f, acts on AW; knew job on debut but should progress a little. Looks interesting on his debut second at Kempton and he's respected back from a break. |
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(8) (5/1 0%)Hamda's Joy |
5/1(0%) | (8) Hamda's Joy 5/1, Well backed but similar form to debut 5l third in a maiden at Newcastle most recent run; effective 6f on AW; should come on for initial experience. Placed in two AW runs in the autumn but she was beaten 5l when odds-on last time. |
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(1) (11/2 -10%)Hallandale Beach |
11/2(-10%) | (1) Hallandale Beach 11/2, Fair effort 7 1/2l fourth in a maiden at Chelmsford first-time out; speedily-bred; should improve. Ran well for long way when fourth at Chelmsford and he should benefit from that experience. |
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(2) (14/1 +0%)Kiani King |
14/1(+0%) | (2) Kiani King 14/1, Fair effort on debut 7 1/4l fourth in a maiden here first-time out; likely to want distances around 1m; should improve. Well-held fourth of six on C&D debut last month and he recorded an RPR of 53. |
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(7) (25/1 +0%)Sargent Dennis |
25/1(+0%) | (7) Sargent Dennis 25/1, Some late gains beaten 9l in a maiden at Chelmsford on debut; wide draw; sprint-bred; should improve. Shaped with some promise on Kempton debut last month but he has plenty to find here. |

There was a lot to like about SCHEFFLER's debut effort at Lingfield. Richard Hughes' charge may well have finished closer than third with a clear run and is marginally preferred to Afton Down. The latter separated a couple of subsequent winners when runner-up at Chelmsford in October and returns to the fray with solid claims, while Cool Doc Boy showed enough last term to suggest he could also have a say in proceedings.

Preference is for AFTON DOWN who was runner-up in his final two juvenile runs and has leading form claims on his return.
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(5) (13/8 +7%)Lirion |
13/8(+7%) | (5) Lirion 13/8, Confirmed debut promise when second beaten a short-head in an Amateurs' bumper here latest; off a short-break; effective at 2m on soft and good to soft; strong chance in this. Two encouraging runs in bumpers, the latest after a long absence; hurdle debut. |
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(2) (9/4 +36%)Dropematthestation |
9/4(+36%) | (2) Dropematthestation 9/4, Ran to form when 13l third in a maiden hurdle at Doncaster most recent run; effective 2m-2m5f on good to soft and heavy; consistent in short career, surely capable of better. Has been weakening over longer trips in previous maidens; had a wind operation. |
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(3) (4/1 +11%)Green Angel |
4/1(+11%) | (3) Green Angel 4/1, Didn't quite see out when 2m4f on soft when fourth beaten 17l in a maiden hurdle here latest; off a short-break; effective 2m1f-2m4f, acts on soft and yielding; capable of better yet. 2m4f perhaps too far last time; previous Down Royal fourth over 2m1f was a good effort. |
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(1) (9/2 +10%)Bohemond Antioch |
9/2(+10%) | (1) Bohemond Antioch 9/2, Still in contention when unseated in a maiden hurdle at Sedgefield latest; returning from a break; effective around 2m, acts on soft and good; good chance in this. Below par at Christmas but had a break and can go well if back on song. |
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(4) (7/1 -17%)Linalene |
7/1(-17%) | (4) Linalene 7/1, Improved, appreciating stiff test when second beaten 1/2l in a novice hurdle here latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; may get bit further. By some way it was his best performance yet when second to odds-on winner here last time. |
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(8) (14/1 -17%)Penn Avenue |
14/1(-17%) | (8) Penn Avenue 14/1, Made too much use of when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle most recent; effective around 2m on soft and good; in good form until latest. 0-6 over hurdles; gets all the allowances as a 4yo filly but others have greater upside. |
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(6) (40/1 -100%)Magna Patch |
40/1(-100%) | (6) Magna Patch 40/1, Outpaced, needed run on hurdles debut when fourth beaten 26l in a novice hurdle at Ludlow latest; off a short-break; effective at 2m on a sound surface; plenty to prove. Close second in point bumper but it's been a quiet start under rules. |
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(7) (150/1 -20%)Culzean |
150/1(-20%) | (7) Culzean 150/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Hexham latest; all to prove for now. No worthwhile form in bumpers or over hurdles and she can be readily dismissed. |

Point-to-point winner Dropematthestation has his first start following wind surgery and he could go well if that brings improvement, but he will need to step up to get the better of LIRION. Olly Murphy's gelding was only beaten a short head here in a bumper in February and this looks to be a suitable opportunity on his hurdling debut. Bohemond Antioch was unlucky when unseating last time and may gain some compensation.

Preference is for DROPEMATTHESTATION who has been running well only to fade over longer distances and he's also had a wind operation.
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(1) (7/4 +22%)Allaire |
7/4(+22%) | (1) Allaire 7/4, Yard won this last year; big late gains after likely green initially under pressure when runner-up beaten 2 1/2l in a novice at Lingfield only start; nice middle-distance pedigree, acts on AW; open to very marked improvement especially upped in trip. 7-2 from 17-2 at Lingfield (1m, AW) in December and came from towards rear to be runner-up. |
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(4) (15/8 +6%)I'm The One |
15/8(+6%) | (4) I'm The One 15/8, Sea The Stars filly; dam high-class at 12f in Germany; to trainer partnership in form and worthy of inspection. By Sea The Stars; dam German 1m2f/1m4f winner (including Group 1; RPR 112); Oaks entry. |
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(5) (10/1 +9%)Light Dreamer |
10/1(+9%) | (5) Light Dreamer 10/1, Green and didn't get the clearest run or would probably have won when beaten a neck in a maiden at Kempton only start; effective 7f, bred to be a miler, acts on AW; light-framed, quite attractive sort, can rate more highly. Weak 12-1 but lots of promise when neck 2nd from off pace at Kempton (7f, AW) 16 days ago. |
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(10) (11/1 +21%)Semper Femina |
11/1(+21%) | (10) Semper Femina 11/1, Green and out-kicked before finishing best when runner-up beaten 1 1/4l in a maiden at Kempton only start; looks like 12f may suit best; open to marked improvement but may want a stiffer test of stamina. Second favourite, slow-starting second of eight at Kempton (1m3f, AW) 18 days ago. |
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(11) (28/1 -27%)Society Girl |
28/1(-27%) | (11) Society Girl 28/1, Eased 6-7l once held but disappointing when well beaten in a novice at Newcastle second start; middle-distance bred; has probably been wanting further and may do better now up in trip. Eye-catching when 33-1 at Yarmouth (1m) in October; disappointing on AW four weeks later. |
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(3) (28/1 +30%)Eze Sur Mer |
28/1(+30%) | (3) Eze Sur Mer 28/1, Tired late but ran to debut form when fourth beaten 7l in a novice at Wolverhampton latest; middle-distance bred; minor promise so far. Fourth at Wolverhampton (9.4f, AW) in December and March but surely needs much better. |
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(7) (100/1 +0%)Morningtoncrescent |
100/1(+0%) | (7) Morningtoncrescent 100/1, Not given hard time on modest debut when well beaten in a maiden at Wolverhampton; speed on sire's side, stamina on dam's; should do better. 14-1, always mid-division when beaten 14l at Wolverhampton (9.4f, AW) in December. |
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(9) (100/1 +0%)Paean Of Appin |
100/1(+0%) | (9) Paean Of Appin 100/1, Green and modest debut when well beaten in a maiden here only start; bred to be a miler; good bit to prove but open to improvement. Always behind here (6f, good to soft; 25-1) in September, ducking left from inside stall. |
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(14) (150/1 +25%)Tenison |
150/1(+25%) | (14) Tenison 150/1, Poor effort down the field in a maiden at Kempton second of two starts; bred to be effective up to 12f; longer term prospect. 200-1 and 150-1 when towards rear at Newmarket (7f, good) and Kempton (1m, AW) as 2yo. |

ALLAIRE was second to a well-regarded filly on her debut at Lingfield before Christmas and the experience makes her a tempting proposition in her bid to claim a second successive win in the race for the Andrew Balding yard. There is plenty of potential among the rest, however, with Tempestra, a 360,000gns purchase, and Marianita (200,000gns) the most notable dangers. I'm The One also commands respect.

Light Dreamer, Allaire and Semper Femina were runner-up on the AW but newcomer I'M THE ONE has an Oaks entry.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(5) (5/4 +9%)Solar Pass |
5/4(+9%) | (5) Solar Pass 5/4, Ran to form dropped back to 12f landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Southwell last time; trainer in form; stays 12-14f, acts on a sound surface; on a competitive mark. Winning return at Southwell last month; has run well over this far on turf; major player. |
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(2) (3/1 +14%)Caramay |
3/1(+14%) | (2) Caramay 3/1, Scored by 2l off a 5lb lower mark at Kempton three starts back; ran to form third beaten 2l off 77 last time, same mark here; effective 10-11f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; tiny bit quirky, usually delivered late. In good form since December; has never attempted this far before, but still respected. |
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(4) (5/1 -11%)Robusto |
5/1(-11%) | (4) Robusto 5/1, Made too much use of down the field in a handicap at Lingfield most recent outing; effective around 12-14f, acts on any; competitive mark still, poor strike-rate though. Ran poorly last time, but often makes the running and could enjoy the run of the race. |
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(3) (13/2 +19%)Diamond Bay |
13/2(+19%) | (3) Diamond Bay 13/2, Needed the run down the field in a handicap at Lingfield most recent start; in good form prior; effective 14-16f, acts on good, good to firm and AW; entitled to come on from reappearance run. C&D winner, but he ran very poorly on his Lingfield return a fortnight ago. |
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(1) (7/1 -8%)Baileys Khelstar |
7/1(-8%) | (1) Baileys Khelstar 7/1, Needed race after a long absence down the field in a handicap at Musselburgh last time; effective 12-16f, acts on any; retained ability to prove. Beaten a very long way on his return from almost 21 months off at Musselburgh 13 days ago. |
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(6) (11/1 +0%)Crackergee |
11/1(+0%) | (6) Crackergee 11/1, Ridden to stay and below form when comfortably held in a handicap here last time; stays 12f, unproven over further, acts on AW; inconsistent. Wildly inconsistent and is now 0-9; probably best watched on return from 130 days off. |

A winner over 1m3f in February, Caramay is holding her form well and has a shout if staying this far. However, there are no doubts surrounding SOLAR PASS staying the distance, as she finished a creditable second over 1m6f at Salisbury last summer. Andrew Balding's filly made a winning return to action at Southwell last month and can effectively race off a lower mark here with Alfie Redman's allowance taken into consideration. Diamond Bay could prove best of the remainder.

Unlike her opponents SOLAR PASS (nap) looks to be on an upward curve judged on last month's successful Southwell reappearance.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(7) (9/4 +50%)Hoe Joly Smoke |
9/4(+50%) | (7) Hoe Joly Smoke 9/4, Yard won this last year; ran to form but unsuited by way race developed having been poorly placed to challenge when beaten 8l in Ladbrokes Trophy Handicap Chase at Kempton last time; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on soft and good; in form and go well again. Has had wind surgery and top trainer has won five of the last eight runnings of this race. |
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(4) (9/4 +0%)Donnacha |
9/4(+0%) | (4) Donnacha 9/4, Improved up in trip when landing a Betfair Exchange Handicap Chase by a head off a 5lb lower mark at Cheltenham last time; off a short-break; effective 2m3f-2m5f, acts on heavy and good to soft; in good form and should go well back from a break. Won a quality handicap at Cheltenham in January and a 5lb rise isn't harsh. |
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(2) (4/1 +11%)Califet En Vol |
4/1(+11%) | (2) Califet En Vol 4/1, Made too much use of when fourth beaten 21l off 141 last time, same mark here; effective 2m4f-3m, wants decent ground; better than showed latest. Won at Kempton in February and mistakes didn't help when soundly beaten there last time. |
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(1) (9/1 -20%)Twinjets |
9/1(-20%) | (1) Twinjets 9/1, Jumped boldly, returned to form down in class under aggressive ride when beaten 2l off a 1lb lower mark at Newbury last time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on good to soft and good; good chance here with capable rider. Front-runner who was second at Newbury last month and can make another bold bid. |
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(3) (10/1 +0%)Myretown |
10/1(+0%) | (3) Myretown 10/1, Far too free, found little after bad error when down the field in Ultima Handicap Chase at Cheltenham most recent; enjoys making it; effective 3m, acts on soft and good to soft; drop in trip an interesting move. Has something to prove but major player if tapping back into last season's promise. |
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(5) (10/1 -67%)Il Ridoto |
10/1(-67%) | (5) Il Ridoto 10/1, Didn't stay down the field in a handicap chase at Cheltenham most recent; effective 2m4f, acts on soft and good; veteran has been inconsistent of late and is below last win mark now. On a reduced mark and could be in the shake-up back down in trip and in grade. |
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(6) (10/1 -11%)Jipcot |
10/1(-11%) | (6) Jipcot 10/1, Found little when 13th beaten 30l off 133 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 2m-3m, acts on soft and good to soft; mark demands more. Well beaten at Cheltenham last month but that may not be his track; in good heart before. |
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(9) (16/1 +0%)Hombre De Guerra |
16/1(+0%) | (9) Hombre De Guerra 16/1, Outpaced and never threatened when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Kelso last time; effective around 2m, acts on soft; interesting upped in trip. Yet to get competitive this season but his three wins have all come at Ayr. |
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(8) (25/1 +0%)Dubai Days |
25/1(+0%) | (8) Dubai Days 25/1, Unsuited by way race developed but never threatened when sixth beaten 17l off 126 last time, same mark here; effective 2m4f, doesn't get 3m, acts on soft and good; generally consistent veteran. 11 visits to Ayr have yielded five wins and this is his time of year; could go well. |

Hoe Joly Smoke has his first start after wind surgery and may well feature for Dan Skelton's yard. Donnacha landed a competitive contest at Cheltenham in January and could have a say in the outcome, but TWINJETS makes most appeal. Paul Nicholls' top weight bounced back with a creditable second at Newbury last month and, given the third has subsequently boosted that form, the son of Jet Away looks set to make another bold bid.

This course and time of year brings out the best in DUBAI DAYS and he earns the vote ahead of Hombre De Guerra.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (11/10 +12%)Shabab Al Ahli |
11/10(+12%) | (4) Shabab Al Ahli 11/10, Travelled easily, green in front and just nudged out when 8 1/2l winner in a novice at Southwell on debut; should stay 12f, acts on AW; big, attractive colt, cost 500,000gns and looked a very smart prospect first start. Dante and Derby entry; green but lots of scope when Southwell winner (1m3f, AW) February. |
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(1) (2/1 +20%)Maltese Cross |
2/1(+20%) | (1) Maltese Cross 2/1, Built on the debut effort with a game winning performance in a maiden at Newmarket last time; bred to want middle-distances, action will suit sound surfaces; nice type, will rate more highly. Dante and Derby entry; went close at Ascot (1m) and one better in a Newmarket maiden (1m). |
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(9) (11/2 -22%)Joulany |
11/2(-22%) | (9) Joulany 11/2, Didn't get the clearest run but touch disappointing when fourth beaten 4l in a maiden at York latest after well backed second on debut; hood first time; stays 7f, bred to get 1m+, acts on AW; nice type, more to come. Derby entry; beaten when odds-on at Kempton (7f; better effort) and York (1m) last autumn. |
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(5) (13/2 +24%)Alfaraz |
13/2(+24%) | (5) Alfaraz 13/2, Drifted down the camber and not given hard time when second beaten 2 1/4l in a 2yo race at Epsom second start after very promising debut; effective 1m, bred to get further; plenty to come. Dante and Derby entry; second on both starts as 2yo; shaped as if 1m2f+ will suit. |
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(2) (15/2 +6%)My Love Is King |
15/2(+6%) | (2) My Love Is King 15/2, Green, penny dropped late, won going away when 2l winner in a novice at Newcastle on debut; trainer in form; effective 7f, should stay 10f, acts on AW; very attractive sort, good prospect. Dante and Derby entry; 4-6 at Newcastle (7f, AW; five ran) in November, comfortably on top. |
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(3) (12/1 +0%)Sahara King |
12/1(+0%) | (3) Sahara King 12/1, Nice trip on inner and just nudged out for narrow win a neck winner in a novice at Wolverhampton on debut; bred to be a miler, sound surfaces should suit; well balanced sort. 16-1 at Wolverhampton (8.6f, AW) in November but always prominent and led final strides. |
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(7) (50/1 +24%)Barrister |
50/1(+24%) | (7) Barrister 50/1, Green but finished off gamely 4 1/4l fourth in a novice at Kempton first-time out; probably get 10f on pedigree; quite attractive sort, will improve and should be very useful. Derby entry; 14-1, fourth of 12 in novice at Kempton (7f, AW) in October. |
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(6) (150/1 +0%)Ataturk |
150/1(+0%) | (6) Ataturk 150/1, Short of pace, fitness and maturity well beaten in a novice here only start; middle-distance bred; big, strong, workmanlike sort wanting longer trips and time. Never dangerous at 50-1 here (1m, soft) in October; likely to come into his own later on. |

Sahara King beat a more experienced rival on his introduction at Wolverhampton in November and is bound to take a step forward from that outing to have a say. Similar comments apply to Shabab Al Ahli after bolting up at Southwell, but the one who appeals most is MALTESE CROSS. The son of Sea The Stars won a maiden that is working out very well at Newmarket in September and he can defy his penalty here before moving up the class ladder.

It is not an easy pick but last September's Newmarket maiden winner MALTESE CROSS gets the vote ahead of My Love Is King.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(1) (5/6 +24%)Gold Star Hero |
5/6(+24%) | (1) Gold Star Hero 5/6, Best effort in a handicap so far scoring by 2l off a 5lb lower mark here last time; enjoys making it; effective 5/6f, acts on a sound surface; much tougher mark but has progressed. Record on AW reads 1211; 5lb penalty and return to 5f shouldn't stop another big effort. |
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(3) (4/1 -14%)Havana Blast |
4/1(-14%) | (3) Havana Blast 4/1, Needed run after long absence beaten 4l off a 3lb higher mark at Newcastle last time; trainer in form; effective 5f and acted on good, good to firm and AW at 2yo; retained ability to prove. Entitled to need the run at Newcastle three weeks ago, others looks more solid; hood on. |
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(4) (5/1 -25%)Counsel |
5/1(-25%) | (4) Counsel 5/1, Ran to form landing a handicap by a short-head off a 2lb lower mark here last time; effective at 5/6f, acts on good, good to firm and AW; competitively handicapped. Made it 2-2 over C&D when scraping home last month; up 2lb, but still high on list. |
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(2) (13/2 +46%)Accrual |
13/2(+46%) | (2) Accrual 13/2, Unseated in a handicap at Lingfield latest but decent effort previous start when a bit too free; enjoys making it; effective 5/6f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; could be returning to form. Two wins and two seconds from five visits here, but not at his best in recent starts. |
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(6) (10/1 -11%)Ziggy's Missile |
10/1(-11%) | (6) Ziggy's Missile 10/1, Ran to current level beaten 7l in a handicap at Southwell last time; suited by 5f and a sound surface; below par of late though handicapper has at least relented. Proven fresh and has finished first and second in two starts over C&D; worth a second look. |
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(7) (12/1 -20%)Alondra |
12/1(-20%) | (7) Alondra 12/1, Scored by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark here three starts back; too keen and bit below last time; effective at 5/6f, acts on good to firm and AW; bounce back needed. Record over C&D in February read 112, but seemed to be beaten fair and square last time. |

It's hard to get away from GOLD STAR HERO, who made virtually all of the running to complete a double at this level over 6f here recently. As long as the son of Starspangledbanner copes with this quick turnaround, he can defy his 5lb penalty. Counsel went in over track and trip on his latest outing and is likely to be on the premises with Luke Morris retaining the ride. Ziggy's Missile looks best of the rest.

The vote goes to GOLD STAR HERO whose record on the AW reads 1211 and who was impressive when making all here eight days ago.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (11/4 +8%)Came From Nowhere |
11/4(+8%) | (4) Came From Nowhere 11/4, Travelled, ran to form after wind op, late error costly when runner-up at Newbury last time; usually held up; effective 2m-2m4f on soft and good; progressive and can go well back in a handicap. May well have completed hat-trick but for final-flight mistake at Newbury; strong claims. |
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(10) (10/3 +5%)A Perfect Day |
10/3(+5%) | (10) A Perfect Day 10/3, Ran to form back down in trip, pulling clear with winner late beaten 1 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Uttoxeter last time; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-2m7f, acts on soft and good to soft; in good form, remain competitive. Runner-up at Uttoxeter last month and winner followed up at Aintree last week; key player. |
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(11) (7/1 +30%)Eagles Reprieve |
7/1(+30%) | (11) Eagles Reprieve 7/1, Did it easily, improved again when winning a novice hurdle at Kelso by 9l last time; effective over 2m-2m5f, acts on soft and good to soft; steadily progressing and should remain competitive. Maiden/novice wins at Kelso; did it easily last time and has potential off opening mark. |
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(7) (7/1 +0%)Saracen Beau |
7/1(+0%) | (7) Saracen Beau 7/1, Improved up in trip landing a handicap by 4l off a 7lb lower mark at Doncaster last time; effective 2m-2m4f, decent ground suits; progressive, bit more to come. Ready win at Doncaster last month; could take 7lb rise in his stride; unproven on soft. |
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(6) (15/2 +6%)Sanilam |
15/2(+6%) | (6) Sanilam 15/2, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; improved again when winning at Musselburgh last time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good to soft; steadily progressive, good record here and should go well again. Made it 2-2 in this hood when winning on h'cap debut at Musselburgh; clearly progressive. |
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(12) (8/1 -7%)Captain Butler |
8/1(-7%) | (12) Captain Butler 8/1, Too much to do having been forced to switch, ran to form appreciating step up in trip beaten 2 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Kelso last time; effective 2m-2m4f; mark looks fair. Fourth of 14 at Kelso last time and the form looks solid; could again be thereabouts. |
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(3) (9/1 +68%)The Four Sixes |
9/1(+68%) | (3) The Four Sixes 9/1, Won this last year; outpaced, unsuited by tactics when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Bangor-on-Dee latest; enjoys making it; effective 2m-2m4f on soft and good; in poor form but is on a good mark. Easily made all in this last year but he's struggled for form since chase win in December. |
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(5) (11/1 +8%)Spectacularsunrise |
11/1(+8%) | (5) Spectacularsunrise 11/1, Did plenty early when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Kelso most recent; in good form prior; effective around 2m, acts on soft and good; useful and consistent until latest. Promising novice this season and better than he showed in the Morebattle; not written off. |
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(1) (16/1 -33%)Phantomofthepoints |
16/1(-33%) | (1) Phantomofthepoints 16/1, Outclassed up in grade when comfortably held in National Spirit Hurdle (Grade 2) last time; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-2m7f, acts with cut; in fair form until latest and not ruled out back in a handicap. Won at Warwick in February and when pulled up at Fontwell last time it was a Grade 2. |
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(14) (16/1 +0%)Knomorediamonds |
16/1(+0%) | (14) Knomorediamonds 16/1, Didn't see race out when 11l third in a novice hurdle at Carlisle most recent run; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on soft and good; needs to conserve energy over this trip. In good form this season but suspicion he's vulnerable to stronger stayers at this trip. |
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(13) (20/1 -11%)Minella Missile |
20/1(-11%) | (13) Minella Missile 20/1, Too much to do back down in trip well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter latest; effective 2m4f-3m on soft and good; not in the same form since layoff. Continues to drop down weights but hasn't been shaping as though about to take advantage. |
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(8) (25/1 -25%)Serious Operator |
25/1(-25%) | (8) Serious Operator 25/1, Below form back down in trip in a handicap hurdle at Kelso most recent; in good form prior; effective 2m4f, suited by sound surface; bounce back needed. Won this in 2023 on sole previous course visit and has an each-way shout. |
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(2) (25/1 +24%)Jony R |
25/1(+24%) | (2) Jony R 25/1, Every chance, ran to form when fourth beaten 13l in Kingsfurze Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Naas latest; effective at 2m1f, acts on soft; bit to prove back in a handicap. Improved form in this hood; contested Grade 3 last time; more needed back in a handicap. |

SANILAM goes from strength to strength over timber and won nicely at Musselburgh last month. That was also his handicap debut, so it's plausible to expect further improvement from Sandy Thomson's charge and he looks one to keep on the right side of. Came From Nowhere arrives in fine fettle, having just missed out on a hat-trick when runner-up at Newbury, while last year's winner The Four Sixes is worth a second look off a 5lb lower mark.

The progressive Came From Nowhere is a tempting option but preference is for A PERFECT DAY, who is also very much on the up.
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(3) (5/2 +0%)No More Bolero |
5/2(+0%) | (3) No More Bolero 5/2, Making return to this sphere after a couple of decent runs over hurdles; off since December; effective 2m-2m3f; formerly useful in Germany, could do better returning to the flat. Hard to predict but he's on a workable mark back on the Flat and conditions should be fine. |
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(6) (10/3 +5%)Man Of The Sea |
10/3(+5%) | (6) Man Of The Sea 10/3, Course winner over 13f last August; returning from three starts over hurdles; long lay-off; effective 2m-2m3f, suited by fast ground; in fair form in both codes, remains on fair mark. Dual course winner and he needs watching in market back on the Flat on his return. |
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(4) (4/1 +11%)Bashful Boy |
4/1(+11%) | (4) Bashful Boy 4/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 5l in a handicap at Kempton latest; stays up to 16-18f, acts on good to firm and all-weather; off the same low mark as last time and can remain competitive. In fair form on AW this spring but he hasn't won since 2023; needs to find more. |
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(2) (5/1 -11%)Educator |
5/1(-11%) | (2) Educator 5/1, Below par well beaten in a handicap at Newcastle latest; in good form prior, including going close at Lingfield and Kempton; off a short-break; suited by 12-16f and a sound surface; competitive mark. Flopped at Newcastle latest but that was a Class 3 and has claims if he can bounce back. |
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(7) (11/2 +8%)The Craftymaster |
11/2(+8%) | (7) The Craftymaster 11/2, Scored by 3/4l off a 3lb higher mark at Lingfield penultimate start; fourth beaten 4 1/4l off 60 last time, 5lb lower here; top course trainer; best at 14-16f; respected off this mark upped in trip. Nine-time AW winner but he's struggled in his six runs on turf; opposable. |
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(1) (10/1 +0%)Peking Opera |
10/1(+0%) | (1) Peking Opera 10/1, Making return to this sphere having probably not stayed further over hurdles last time; beaten 7 1/2l at Lingfield penultimate start; generally out of form and hard to make a case for. Has struggled under both codes for some time and he's hard to trust at the moment. |
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(5) (10/1 +17%)Lusaka |
10/1(+17%) | (5) Lusaka 10/1, Beaten 5l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; off a short-break; suited by 13/16f, acts on good, good to firm and all-weather; not the most straightforward and 1lb above last win mark. Six wins on turf but all over shorter trips and he's been quiet on AW this winter. |

MAN OF THE SEA won twice here in 2025, including when returning from a break last April, and the 10-year-old commands plenty of respect with the step up in trip unlikely to be an issue. Educator has to enter calculations dropping back to a more suitable level, with his efforts at Kempton and Lingfield towards the end of January giving him every chance, while The Craftymaster completes the shortlist.

Preference is for NO MORE BOLERO who won over hurdles on his penultimate run and looks well handicapped back on the Flat.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (7/4 +22%)Classical Allusion |
7/4(+22%) | (4) Classical Allusion 7/4, Game effort coming clear with good winner when second beaten 2l in a novice at Kempton latest; trainer in form; effective at 12f, both runs on AW; unproven trip but stamina on dam's side and looks well handicapped. Won debut; kept superstar hurdler Constitution Hill up to his work at Kempton (1m4f, AW). |
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(3) (15/8 +38%)Pole Star |
15/8(+38%) | (3) Pole Star 15/8, Didn't seem to stay 2 1/4m in the Cesarewitch; top jockey back on board; stays 14f, acts on any (not raced on AW); consistent prior to Cesarewitch and could bounce back down a little in trip. 2m2f Cesarewitch (10-1) did not work out; gelded since and could still have more to offer. |
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(6) (9/2 -29%)Caprelo |
9/2(-29%) | (6) Caprelo 9/2, Ran to form beaten 1 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Kempton last time; top course jockey; effective 12-16f, acts on any; competitively weighted. Peak efforts on last two AW starts; chance on that but needs to improve his turf form. |
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(5) (11/2 -10%)Maxident |
11/2(-10%) | (5) Maxident 11/2, Ground it out in desperate conditions when landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Ffos Las last time; effective 1m6f-2m2f, best on heavy or soft, acts on AW and has run well on good once; tough and consistent front-runner will make this a test. September win latest; 3lb rise is far less concerning than his move away from soft/heavy. |
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(2) (9/1 -29%)Blazeon Five |
9/1(-29%) | (2) Blazeon Five 9/1, Ran about to form beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap at Newcastle last time; suited by 16f, acts on soft, good and AW; in very good form but mark now stiff. Ended last year in storming form trick and not disgraced in January latest; not dismissed. |
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(1) (18/1 -13%)Lavender Hill Mob |
18/1(-13%) | (1) Lavender Hill Mob 18/1, May have needed the run beaten 9l in a handicap at Kempton last time; effective 12-16f, acts on any; below par last two starts and mark looks stiff. Always behind at Kempton three weeks ago but should be benefited from that run. |
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(8) (33/1 -32%)Francesco Baracca |
33/1(-32%) | (8) Francesco Baracca 33/1, Scored by 3/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Wolverhampton three starts back; ran about to form beaten 11l off 78 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 14-17f, may not want extremes of ground; in good form, handicapper may just have caught up. Three AW wins in the last six months but none of his turf form matches today's mark. |
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(7) (50/1 -25%)Call My Bluff |
50/1(-25%) | (7) Call My Bluff 50/1, Needed run off a break down the field in a handicap at Southwell most recently; stays well, acts on good and AW, suited by give; retained ability to prove after missing 2024. Major questions to answer regarding the ground and what he's currently capable of. |

Classical Allusion was far from disgraced in second behind Constitution Hill over 1m4f at Kempton last month and is of interest stepping up in distance on his handicap bow. Maxident struck in heavy conditions at Ffos Las when last seen and is another to consider, but POLE STAR might be the one. Charlie Johnston's charge competes off an appealing rating on his return to action after being gelded and the booking of William Buick is noteworthy.

Pole Star is not passed over lightly but faces a fascinating rival in the twice-raced handicap debutant CLASSICAL ALLUSION.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(2) (13/8 -8%)Grow Old With Me |
13/8(-8%) | (2) Grow Old With Me 13/8, Very promising effort runner-up beaten a neck in a novice at Newmarket only start; absent for very lengthy period. Beaten a neck on his Newmarket debut in November 2024; fascinating on return. |
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(6) (9/2 +36%)Law Court |
9/2(+36%) | (6) Law Court 9/2, Built ever so slightly on debut 9 1/2l third in a maiden at Newbury most recent run; bred for 7/8f, acts on fast ground; quite nice type, will improve. In the frame in both starts on turf last August; closely related to an AW winner; player. |
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(9) (9/2 +0%)Slight Of Foot |
9/2(+0%) | (9) Slight Of Foot 9/2, Ran much better than debut effort when second beaten a length in a novice at Kempton latest; could figure. Improved from debut when second at Kempton in September; high on list if progressing again. |
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(8) (5/1 +0%)Mr Writer |
5/1(+0%) | (8) Mr Writer 5/1, Ran OK, but could not put experience to good use when second beaten 2l in a novice at Kempton latest; trainer in form; effective 6-7f; may do better in handicaps when settling. Runner-up in both starts on Polytrack last year, but may find a few too good on return. |
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(10) (15/2 +6%)Korbut |
15/2(+6%) | (10) Korbut 15/2, Improved markedly from debut when second beaten a length in a novice at Southwell latest; effective 7f, bred for middle to staying trips, acts on all-weather; open to further improvement. Second in a steadily run affair at Southwell ten days ago; not sure how strong the form is. |
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(3) (25/1 +0%)Ahead Of Fashion |
25/1(+0%) | (3) Ahead Of Fashion 25/1, Below par up to 7f off a break beaten 6l in a handicap at Kempton last time; needs a return to form. 0-9; disappointing for the others if he proves good enough. |
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(7) (25/1 +0%)Luansobe |
25/1(+0%) | (7) Luansobe 25/1, Missed the break and poor effort down the field in a novice at Newmarket most recent; effective at 7f, acts on all-weather; nice debut. Runner-up on Kempton debut in October, but well held at Newmarket next time; bit to prove. |
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(5) (100/1 +0%)Battle Standard |
100/1(+0%) | (5) Battle Standard 100/1, Better than debut but modest effort when fourth beaten 9 1/2l in a maiden at Southwell latest; bred to be suited by a mile; plenty to prove. Comfortably held in two starts at Southwell last month; handicaps an option after this. |

SLIGHT OF FOOT took a sizeable step forward from his debut effort when filling the runner-up spot at Kempton in September and has been gelded since. The son of Kingman could have any amount of improvement to come and he looks the way to go. Korbut has a similar profile, showing little on her introduction before taking the silver medal home at Southwell, and she needs to be taken seriously. Law Court is the pick of the remainder.

Despite being off 18 months since his promising Newmarket debut, Ralph Beckett's GROW OLD WITH ME earns the vote.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | 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) (4/1 +0%)Woodland Park |
4/1(+0%) | (2) Woodland Park 4/1, Travelled but outstayed late up in trip, still came clear with progressive rival when beaten 3 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Wetherby last time; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on soft and good to soft; consistent, thereabouts once more. Second to unexposed Skelton winner at Wetherby in February and has solid claims up 3lb. |
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(13) (5/1 +33%)Hawthorn Street |
5/1(+33%) | (13) Hawthorn Street 5/1, Beaten 4l off this mark at Wetherby last time; effective 2m3f-3m, acts on soft and good to soft; consistent and more to come in handicaps. Ran well in fourth on handicap debut at Wetherby and further improvement is possible. |
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(1) (5/1 +0%)Hidden History |
5/1(+0%) | (1) Hidden History 5/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; never put into the race following wind op when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter most recent; effective 2m4f-3m; capable of better than has shown recently. A return to form is needed but cheekpieces go on and he's in top hands; not written off. |
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(5) (7/1 +30%)Kent De Thaix |
7/1(+30%) | (5) Kent De Thaix 7/1, Improved up in trip on better ground when landing a handicap by 2l off a 4lb lower mark at Wetherby last time; effective 2m3f-3m, acts on heavy and good; in form, unexposed as a stayer. Won on stable debut at Wetherby; tougher task today but unexposed over staying trips. |
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(9) (7/1 -8%)Alentejo |
7/1(-8%) | (9) Alentejo 7/1, Returned to form up in trip when second beaten 5l in a handicap hurdle at Newbury latest; off a short-break; effective 2m2f-3m, acts on testing ground; fair mark on French form, should come on again. Ex-French 7yo; the form of his Newbury second has worked out well; firmly in calculations. |
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(15) (9/1 +36%)Society Soldier |
9/1(+36%) | (15) Society Soldier 9/1, Improved to get off the mark when winning a novice hurdle here by 6 1/2l last time; effective 2m-2m4f on soft and good to soft; more to come now handicapping up in trip. Very lightly raced mare who could appreciate the step up in trip on handicap debut. |
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(4) (11/1 -10%)Draco Malfoy |
11/1(-10%) | (4) Draco Malfoy 11/1, Raced lazily, below form up in class when well beaten in Betfair 'National Hunt' Novices' Handicap Hurdle Final at Sandown latest; in good form prior; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good; worth another chance in handicaps. Soundly beaten in the EBF Final on handicap debut but this 6yo retains potential. |
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(6) (12/1 +0%)Billy Boi Blue |
12/1(+0%) | (6) Billy Boi Blue 12/1, Won this last year; pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster latest; effective 2m4f-3m; up against it on recent evidence. He's struggled on his last two starts but won this last year; betting may be interesting. |
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(16) (14/1 -27%)Don Rafael |
14/1(-27%) | (16) Don Rafael 14/1, Returned to form back up in trip on better ground landing a handicap by a short-head off a 3lb lower mark at Hereford last time; effective 2m4f-3m1f, acts on good to soft and good; consistent, unexposed as a stayer. Up in grade after narrow Hereford win but he's unexposed at this sort of distance. |
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(12) (14/1 +30%)Irish Champ |
14/1(+30%) | (12) Irish Champ 14/1, Too much to do, not given a hard time when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Down Royal latest; effective 2m-2m4f; point winner should be winning soon over hurdles but this is tough. Stayed on strongly over 2m4f on handicap debut and this trip could be right up his street. |
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(11) (16/1 +20%)I Am Max |
16/1(+20%) | (11) I Am Max 16/1, Made too much use of when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Haydock latest; tongue-tie first time; effective 2m4f, just about gets 3m; bounce back needed. Inconsistent this term but ran pretty well two starts ago, and also in this race last year. |
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(17) (20/1 -25%)Shoeshine Boy |
20/1(-25%) | (17) Shoeshine Boy 20/1, Made too much use of when third beaten 15l off 104 last time, same mark here; off a short-break; effective 3m, suited by plenty of cut; still on fair mark, back in form. Two C&D wins in January but this 10yo may be vulnerable back up in grade. |
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(8) (20/1 +0%)Just Ennemi |
20/1(+0%) | (8) Just Ennemi 20/1, May have found ground a bit quick down the field in a handicap hurdle at Kempton most recent; since undergone a wind op and tongue-tied first time; off a short-break; effective 2m1f, acts with cut; showed useful form in France, must bounce back. Hopes are pinned on the wind op and first-time tongue-tie prompting a transformation. |
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(14) (20/1 +20%)Patriotik |
20/1(+20%) | (14) Patriotik 20/1, Taken on up front when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Plumpton last time; off a short-break; effective 3m, get even further; in modest form but handicapper is relenting. Well handicapped on form as recent as last March but unable to pose a threat this season. |
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(10) (22/1 -10%)Rocheval |
22/1(-10%) | (10) Rocheval 22/1, Ran to form but too much to do under much more conservative ride when fourth beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap hurdle here latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-3m; below par this term but hinted at better last twice, unexposed as a stayer. Fairly encouraging fourth over C&D in January last time but needs to build on that today. |
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(7) (25/1 +0%)Eyed |
25/1(+0%) | (7) Eyed 25/1, Pulled up in Ultima Handicap Chase at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by decent ground; mark stiff and needs more. Tough task when pulled up at Cheltenham Festival; ran well at this meeting last year. |
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(3) (33/1 +0%)Whistle Stop Tour |
33/1(+0%) | (3) Whistle Stop Tour 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Newcastle latest; second run after wind op; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m, needs some give; form has tailed off over fences and this mark is fair back hurdling. Hasn't shone over fences on last two runs but each-way claims on this season's hurdle form. |

ALENTEJO took a big step forward on his second outing for Nicky Henderson, chasing home the smart A Pai De Nom at Newbury, an effort that can be marked up as he reportedly struck into his left-fore leg and lost his left-fore shore. Off the same mark and entitled to improve further, he might be worth chancing in a competitive handicap. Woodland Park has had a frustrating but consistent season to date. Placed in all four starts since returning in November, he is likely to be in the shake-up once again, while Society Soldier and Kent De Thaix are others to keep an eye on.

Having caught the eye with a strong finish over 2m4f at Down Royal, this step up in trip could be just what IRISH CHAMP (nap) needs.
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(12) (11/1 +0%)Fortunate |
11/1(+0%) | (12) Fortunate 11/1, 12,000gns foal; Lope Y Fernandez filly; yard has won 2 of last 3 runnings of race; found little beaten 6l in a maiden at Wolverhampton on debut; bred to want around a mile in time; light-framed. Finished down the field at Wolverhampton but she's a likely improver on her second start. |
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(13) (16/1 +0%)Nevernotrememberu |
16/1(+0%) | (13) Nevernotrememberu 16/1, 2,000gns yearling; Caturra filly; dam, Daddinel, unraced, closely-related to Bold Spirit, useful 6f-7f; tired late when beaten by 9 1/2l in a novice at Doncaster on debut; wide draw; speedily-bred; small filly. Never got involved in the Brocklesby and she needs to leave that form well behind. |
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(10) (25/1 +0%)Devon Angel |
25/1(+0%) | (10) Devon Angel 25/1, £16,000 yearling; Ubetterbelieveit filly; modest effort beaten 10l in a novice here on debut; sprint-bred; yard won this year; hard to recommend after debut effort; others preferred. Got upset in the preliminaries before finishing a well-held seventh of ten on C&D debut. |

MADELEINE makes plenty of appeal on paper coming from a yard who are more than capable of getting one ready on racecourse debut. She boasts a decent draw in stall five and it wouldn't be a huge surprise if the daughter of Ardad got off the mark. Passerine represents a top stable and has to be on the shortlist, along with Miss Moneypit and Seed Ya Later.

The market should be highly informative but at this stage the vote goes to Archie Watson's well-bred newcomer MADELEINE.
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(5) (7/2 +0%)Colori Forever |
7/2(+0%) | (5) Colori Forever 7/2, Appeared to improve markedly landing a handicap by 5l off a 6lb lower mark at Southwell last time; effective at 7f, acts on any; up 6lb but still looks thrown in based on latest. Heavily backed and won by wide margin at Southwell 12 days ago; 6lb well in under penalty. |
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(4) (9/2 +25%)Fort Rock |
9/2(+25%) | (4) Fort Rock 9/2, Touch green but buckled down late and game effort in the end when winning a novice at Kempton by a head last time; effective at 7f, acts on AW; very nice type, smart prospect 2-2 on Kempton AW (7f), winning narrowly on both starts; should have plenty more to give. |
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(10) (6/1 +0%)Crown Office |
6/1(+0%) | (10) Crown Office 6/1, Just pushed out and back to form when winning a maiden at Leicester by 3l last time; top course jockey/trainer combination; effective at 6f, should get 7f; looks potentially progressive. 6f maiden winner as a 2yo; brings untapped potential to this handicap debut; strong claims. |
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(2) (6/1 +25%)Stellar Sunrise |
6/1(+25%) | (2) Stellar Sunrise 6/1, Landed a 2yo Nursery Handicap by 2l off a 7lb lower mark at York penultimate start; outclassed upped to Group level in Horris Hill (Group 3) last time; suited by 7f, acts on good and fast ground; game and has been progressive. Below par in Gr 3 on soft when last seen but improving rapidly beforehand; may do better. |
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(3) (8/1 +27%)May Angel |
8/1(+27%) | (3) May Angel 8/1, Hood tried but seemed out of depth at Group level when comfortably held in Horris Hill Stakes (Group 3) here last time; has had wind operation since; effective 7f, may not want ground too firm; opening mark gives a chance and not fully exposed. Easy 7f AW win last summer before down the field in two Group 3s; wind/gelding ops since. |
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(11) (9/1 +10%)On The Inlet |
9/1(+10%) | (11) On The Inlet 9/1, Good attitude coming clear just pushed out to land a handicap by 5l off a 12lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 7/8f, acts on AW, may be suited by cut; on an upward trajectory and looks well handicapped. Two bloodless handicap wins this month; 6lb well in but taking on much stiffer opposition. |
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(1) (9/1 +25%)Caballo Grande |
9/1(+25%) | (1) Caballo Grande 9/1, Caught the eye coming clear ridden out to win a novice at Wolverhampton by 5l last time; stays 7f, acts on good and AW; big, powerful colt, more to come stepped-up in class. Easy AW wins from the front (6f-7f) on last two starts; this looks a much stiffer test. |
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(8) (12/1 -20%)Astrazar |
12/1(-20%) | (8) Astrazar 12/1, Ran to form when winning a 2yo race at York by a nose last time; effective 6/7f, acts on any; likeable. 2-2 over 7f+; gelded since winning York sales race in October; interesting on h'cap debut. |
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(6) (12/1 -50%)Shaman Champion |
12/1(-50%) | (6) Shaman Champion 12/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; ran at least to form beaten 2 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark here last time; wide draw; effective 5/6f, acts on good to soft and good to firm; fairly handicapped and reliable. Pretty useful as 2yo, including C&D; sold 160,000gns since latest; personal best required. |
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(7) (14/1 +0%)Amorim |
14/1(+0%) | (7) Amorim 14/1, Probably didn't handle soft ground well beaten in a nursery at Ayr latest; suited by 6f, acts on good and fast ground; light-framed, fast and smart but stamina issues. Promise over 6f as a 2yo; gelded since last seen; improvement required for the new trip. |
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(12) (16/1 +20%)Peel Park |
16/1(+20%) | (12) Peel Park 16/1, Run probably reflected ability second time in a handicap beaten 5l at Doncaster last time; suited by 6/7f, acts on good and fast ground; good attitude, others better handicapped. 6f maiden win was followed by two nursery defeats; improvement required after a gelding op. |
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(13) (20/1 -43%)Tamashal |
20/1(-43%) | (13) Tamashal 20/1, Ran about to form after a poor break landing a handicap by a head off a 3lb lower mark at Southwell last time; stays 1m, bred to want 10f, sound surfaces will suit action; little bit quirky but nicely weighted and could be capable of better. Improving run by run; into a stronger race for his turf debut, so needs to progress again. |
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(14) (25/1 -56%)The Resdev Scholar |
25/1(-56%) | (14) The Resdev Scholar 25/1, Didn't have the best trip but probably improved a little beaten a head off a 2lb lower mark at Southwell last time; suited by 7f, acts on heavy, fast ground and AW; open to a little improvement if things go his way. Ended 2025 on a roll and ran well on his return; this looks tougher though. |
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(15) (25/1 -25%)Illy's Roo |
25/1(-25%) | (15) Illy's Roo 25/1, Scored by a head off a 5lb lower mark at Southwell penultimate start; ran to form beaten 1/2l off 76 last time, 1lb higher here; wide draw; effective 7f, acts on good and AW; competitive mark. Two good runs for his new yard but this looks a much tougher assignment. |
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(9) (25/1 +24%)Sapphire Steps |
25/1(+24%) | (9) Sapphire Steps 25/1, Ran to current level beaten 4 1/2l in a valuable auction race at Newmarket (July) last time; effective 5/6f, acts on a sound surface; looks flattered by Group run and limitations exposed. 6f win here on debut; came up short in stronger company afterwards; returns in warm race. |

Fort Rock may prove popular here with the Charlie Appleby string in fine form and the unbeaten Wootton Bassett colt can only get better as a three-year-old. However, a chance is taken on Michael Bell's top-weight CABALLO GRANDE, who arrives after a five-length Wolverhampton victory last month and has the potential for further progression. Crown Office and Astrazar appeal most of the remainder.

This looks a deep race but CROWN OFFICE (nap) appeals as the type to kick on as a 3yo and he is preferred to Astrazar.
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(11) (4/9 +0%)Poetic Twist |
4/9(+0%) | (11) Poetic Twist 4/9, Yard has won 2 of last 8 runnings of race; improved up in trip on hurdles debut when second beaten 2l in a maiden hurdle at Cork latest; effective 2m-2m3f on soft and yielding; more to come and strong claims here. Well clear of third on hurdling debut last time; hard to beat in a weak race. |
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(15) (5/2 +9%)Echinacea |
5/2(+9%) | (15) Echinacea 5/2, Ran to form dropped 4f in trip when second beaten 1 1/4l in a handicap at Dundalk latest; effective up to 16f on the Flat; brings some potential to hurdles. Flat m'den but second in 4-6 AW runs for this yard; chance if transferring ability. |
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(2) (10/1 +0%)Crystabel |
10/1(+0%) | (2) Crystabel 10/1, Mistakes, below form well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Sligo latest; effective 2m, acts on good; can do better if settling. Place claims when falling at last before tailed off last time; place chance in weak race. |
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(12) (11/1 +8%)Sarah's Express |
11/1(+8%) | (12) Sarah's Express 11/1, Best work late down in trip when fourth beaten 24l in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel latest; usually held up; effective 2m-2m3f with cut; might need returning to handicaps. 24l fourth at Clonmel last time was one of her better efforts; much more needed. |
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(10) (14/1 +0%)Mysilverriverfeale |
14/1(+0%) | (10) Mysilverriverfeale 14/1, Another poor run tried in a hood when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel latest; effective at 2m on soft to heavy and good; type to do better when handicapping. Okay bumper runs but tailed off in two m'dens to date; others more appealing. |
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(1) (50/1 +0%)Cool As A Cat |
50/1(+0%) | (1) Cool As A Cat 50/1, Unseated in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse latest; likely up against it. Unseated at the first on debut at Fairyhouse when 80-1; nothing to recommend her. |
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(3) (50/1 +0%)Dictionary Corner |
50/1(+0%) | (3) Dictionary Corner 50/1, Small step in the right direction well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Cork latest; type to do better when handicapping. RR at Cork, tailed off at Thurles and PU at Cork; not a record to provoke excitement. |
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(6) (50/1 +0%)Idomything |
50/1(+0%) | (6) Idomything 50/1, Never in it from off the pace when well beaten in a handicap at Dundalk latest; all to do on hurdles debut. Got first Flat win at 11th attempt in Oct' but no impact since; hurdling debutante. |
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(18) (50/1 +0%)Shirleynightingale |
50/1(+0%) | (18) Shirleynightingale 50/1, Modest debut well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Limerick only start; improvement likely. Reserve; 31l eighth in a similar race to this at Limerick; unlikely. |
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(7) (66/1 +0%)Its All Yellow |
66/1(+0%) | (7) Its All Yellow 66/1, Again ran to a poor level when well beaten in an auction hurdle at Thurles latest; may need more time. Tailed off in both hurdling starts; huge improvement needed.. |
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(13) (66/1 +0%)Strong Contender |
66/1(+0%) | (13) Strong Contender 66/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse latest; seems effective at 3m1f; return to further needed. Tailed off on debut and no chance when falling two out last time. |
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(14) (66/1 +0%)Urinmydreams |
66/1(+0%) | (14) Urinmydreams 66/1, Poor debut when well beaten in a 4yo bumper at Sligo only start; hard to make a case for. 33-1 when tailed off first time in a bumper at Sligo; safe enough to rule out. |
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(8) (150/1 +0%)Lost Features |
150/1(+0%) | (8) Lost Features 150/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Thurles latest; returning from a break; type to do better when handicapping. Tailed off in three runs before failing to complete at Thurles last time on better ground. |
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(9) (150/1 +0%)Mind The Steps |
150/1(+0%) | (9) Mind The Steps 150/1, Again ran to a poor level down the field in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse most recent; all to prove for now. Pulled up in both points and has struggled in three maiden hurdles. |
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(16) (150/1 +0%)Tullyegan Jet |
150/1(+0%) | (16) Tullyegan Jet 150/1, Pulled up in a bumper at Navan latest when wearing a hood; can't do much worse now hurdling. Reserve; pulled up on bumper debut when 200-1; mountains of improvement needed. |

POETIC TWIST has shown plenty of ability in three runs to date and should take all the beating in a very winnable maiden. A half-sister to a dual winner, the selection has run well in two bumpers and on hurdles debut at Cork 12 days ago, when pulling well clear of the third. With progression likely on her second start over jumps, she is hard to oppose. 14-race Flat maiden Echinacea has been running well and will stay NH distances, but may improve from today's hurdling bow. Holly's Thunder has a fine pedigree, being a half-sister to dual Cheltenham Festival winner Don Poli and three other black type performers, but bypasses an initial bumper run and could improve from this introduction.

A very weak race in which the form of POETIC TWIST is far and away the best on offer. She should collect
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(4) (5/6 +33%)Tryst |
5/6(+33%) | (4) Tryst 5/6, Appeared to improve up in class when fourth beaten 2l in a fillies & mares race at Kempton latest; stays 1m, acts on all-weather; improving. Disappointing on her Kempton return, but won over C&D in October; return here a positive. |
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(5) (11/4 -22%)Politely |
11/4(-22%) | (5) Politely 11/4, Improved markedly up to a mile when winning a maiden at Lingfield by 5l last time; effective 1m; on an upward trajectory. Bolted up by 5l in a Lingfield maiden four weeks ago; runner-up has won since; progressive. |
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(1) (9/2 -13%)Maeva |
9/2(-13%) | (1) Maeva 9/2, Landed a handicap by a length off a 14lb lower mark at Sandown penultimate start; suited by 1m, acts on all-weather; mark looks pretty testing. Ended last year in good form and respected if ready to go after 159 days off. |
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(2) (15/2 +32%)Orangesandlemons |
15/2(+32%) | (2) Orangesandlemons 15/2, Struggled beaten 7l in a handicap at Newmarket last time; trainer in form; effective 8f, acts on any; generally consistent, new mark demands more. Consistent on the AW at the start of her career (22221); can go well fresh; considered. |
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(3) (12/1 +0%)Just A Girl |
12/1(+0%) | (3) Just A Girl 12/1, Best effort in a handicap so far 7l third in a handicap at Southwell most recent run; effective 6-8f; needs a bit more off current mark but entitled to come on from return run. Ran with credit when third on her Southwell return 12 days ago, but probably needs more. |

POLITELY showed huge improvement when scoring by five lengths at Lingfield, quickening clear in the final furlong suggesting this extra distance will be right up her street. An opening mark of 80 might prove to be lenient and she looks the one to side with. C&D winner Tryst was a disappointing favourite when fourth at Kempton, but she isn't one to write off just yet, especially on her first appearance in a handicap. Maeva is next best.

The choice is POLITELY who could hardly have been more impressive on her Lingfied return. The form has since been franked.
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(4) (11/10 +73%)Our Guide |
11/10(+73%) | (4) Our Guide 11/10, Some promise on hurdles debut albeit comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Wetherby last time; effective at 2m on a sound surface; Irish bumper win franked and more to come over hurdles. Promising hurdling debut fifth at Wetherby last month; a big player for leading yard here. |
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(5) (13/8 -123%)October Hill |
13/8(-123%) | (5) October Hill 13/8, Below form down in trip and tried in a tongue-tie when second beaten 4l in a maiden hurdle at Ludlow latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m-2m4f on a sound surface; not sure she has the pace to win this. Is 0-10 under rules but a creditable second at Ludlow latest; she holds good form claims. |
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(2) (11/4 +0%)Granpa Ger |
11/4(+0%) | (2) Granpa Ger 11/4, Ran to form, emptied late beaten 8 1/4l in a maiden hurdle at Ludlow last time; in good form prior; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts on good; consistent but frustrating maiden. Is 0-21 but a solid fifth in 2m Ludlow novice in November; no forlorn hope after a break. |
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(1) (18/1 -13%)Getone |
18/1(-13%) | (1) Getone 18/1, Did too much early, didn't get home despite new headgear combo when 36l third in a selling hurdle here most recent run; effective at 2m2f on good; more to come for new yard if settling. Remote third in 2m2f novice here for his new yard recently; lots more is required. |
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(3) (125/1 -89%)Oscar Jack |
125/1(-89%) | (3) Oscar Jack 125/1, Never in it from off the pace well beaten in a bumper at Wincanton only start; cheekpieces first time; hard to make a case for. Last in bumper at Wincanton on his debut last month; cheekpieces added for hurdles debut. |

OCTOBER HILL has an experience advantage over some and with a solid four-length second at Ludlow last time out, he looks the likeliest winner. Granpa Ger has plenty of placed form to his name in Ireland and the UK and may prove the biggest danger to the suggestion, while Galway bumper winner Our Guide could also have some say, assuming he takes a step forward after finishing fifth on his hurdling bow at Wetherby.

Jamie Snowden's OUR GUIDE shaped well on his hurdling debut when fifth at Wetherby and can build on it to add to his earlier bumper win.
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(4) (4/1 -60%)Nice One Eric |
4/1(-60%) | (4) Nice One Eric 4/1, Back to best to easily get off the mark when winning a maiden hurdle at Southwell by 15l last time; effective 2m-2m3f on soft and good; more to come over hurdles now handicapping. This 5yo may need to be on a sharp upward curve if he's to defy this initial mark. |
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(1) (9/2 -35%)Guchen |
9/2(-35%) | (1) Guchen 9/2, Went clear with ease, improved again tried in a tongue-tie when landing a handicap by 19l off a 10lb lower mark at Newbury last time; trainer in form; effective around 2m4f, acts on soft and good to soft; progressive and good chance of hat-trick. Hit with a 10lb hike for latest 19l win at Newbury, but he's a 6yo firmly on the up. |
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(5) (9/2 +25%)Westoftignes |
9/2(+25%) | (5) Westoftignes 9/2, Improved for cosy win, appreciating stiff track down in trip landing a handicap by 3 1/2l off a 14lb lower mark at Wexford last time; effective 2m-2m6f, acts on heavy and good; in form and can go well again. Ready winner of a Wexford handicap on debut for these connections; a hood is added. |
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(2) (9/2 +36%)Kap Boy |
9/2(+36%) | (2) Kap Boy 9/2, Up in trip, may not have stayed when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Windsor most recent; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on good, suited by cut; generally consistent and drop in trip might suit. Perhaps handicapped on the high side but capable of having some say after a break. |
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(9) (13/2 +19%)Travis Wheatley |
13/2(+19%) | (9) Travis Wheatley 13/2, Back to best to get off the mark tried in cheekpieces landing a handicap by 5 1/2l off a 9lb lower mark at Newcastle last time; effective at around 2m, acts with cut; new mark asks more but has a chance still. In the new cheekpieces he jumped well and won unchallenged at Newcastle; up 9lb. |
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(8) (8/1 +27%)Balboa |
8/1(+27%) | (8) Balboa 8/1, Ran to form beaten 2l off a 1lb lower mark at Wincanton last time; effective 2m-3m, acts on soft, good; easing in weights but unreliable and a tricky ride. Ran surprisingly well over 3m last time at Wincanton when all his form is over shorter. |
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(7) (9/1 +25%)Thankyouandplease |
9/1(+25%) | (7) Thankyouandplease 9/1, Hampered and unseated before race developed at Wincanton last time; usually held up; effective 2m-2m3f; acts on heavy and good to soft; consistent hurdler, can again go well. Unseated four out last time at Wincanton and in career-best form prior to that. |
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(6) (11/1 +8%)Summergrounds |
11/1(+8%) | (6) Summergrounds 11/1, Won this last year; below form in stronger contest when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh last time; in good form prior; off a short-break; suited by 2m4f, acts on sound surface; consistent until latest, mark probably high enough. Last year's winner who goes well fresh, so a 75-day break is probably a good thing. |
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(3) (16/1 -14%)Paso Doble |
16/1(-14%) | (3) Paso Doble 16/1, Made too much use of on ground more testing than ideal, ran well to a point when 12l third in a handicap hurdle at Fontwell most recent run; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m7f, acts on sound surface; back down to last win mark. His early-season form (2m3f-2m7f) offers encouragement off this mark. |
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(10) (16/1 +0%)Rickety Gate |
16/1(+0%) | (10) Rickety Gate 16/1, Yard won this last year; too much to do back from break, ran roughly to form when fourth beaten 11l in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle latest; effective 2m4f on good, stiff tracks suit; in form, mark fair. It's never ideal being 5lb out of the weights in this competitive a handicap. |

Guchen has to be respected following wins at Kempton and Newbury, but his mark has risen a further 10lb and Aamilah Aswat can only claim 3lb today rather than the usual 10lb. That may leave the top-weight vulnerable, and possibly leave the door open for KAP BOY. Olly Murphy's charge faces his easiest task since romping to victory at Perth in October (placed in competitive handicaps at Cheltenham and Kempton since) and similar conditions should bring about another big performance. Irish raider Westoftignes won readily on his first outing for John McConnell at Wexford and is noted, along with Nice One Eric and Thankyouandplease.

The now-hooded WESTOFTIGNES is trained in Ireland but owned by a Scotsman and he did it pretty easily on his debut for this yard.
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(1) (5/2 +25%)Hunky Dory |
5/2(+25%) | (1) Hunky Dory 5/2, Landed a handicap by 3 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; effective 6-7f, acts on sound surface; been in good form, but needs even more more off this mark. Made it 2-4 in cheekpieces with an emphatic win at Wolverhampton; respected under penalty. |
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(5) (11/2 +8%)Mr Lightside |
11/2(+8%) | (5) Mr Lightside 11/2, Ran to form beaten 3l off a 2lb higher mark at Southwell last time; effective 5/6f on sound surface; has dropped a long way in weights, could build on latest and chance to get back to winning ways. Well treated on old form and it wouldn't be a surprise if he made a bold bid back on turf. |
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(10) (11/2 +39%)Safari Dream |
11/2(+39%) | (10) Safari Dream 11/2, Better effort after lay-off beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark over 7f at Kempton last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good to firm; drop in trip should suit, but inconsistent. Five-time turf winner who ran well on his reappearance at Kempton; in the mix back in trip. |
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(3) (6/1 +0%)Justcallmepete |
6/1(+0%) | (3) Justcallmepete 6/1, Ran to form beaten 3l off a 6lb higher mark at Lingfield last time; top course trainer; wide draw; effective 6/7f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; not ruled out off this lower mark. AW specialist but he's on a lower mark on turf and has possibilities back in this sphere. |
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(9) (15/2 +38%)Strike |
15/2(+38%) | (9) Strike 15/2, Ran to current level off a 1lb higher mark when 5l third in a handicap at Kempton most recent run; effective 6-7f, suited by a sound surface; mark competitive and back in form. His last win was in 2024 and was well held on his reappearance last April; reservations. |
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(6) (15/2 -7%)Moe's Legacy |
15/2(-7%) | (6) Moe's Legacy 15/2, Scored by a length off a 3lb lower mark at Wolverhampton penultimate start; third beaten a length off 75 last time, same mark here; effective 5/6f, suited by sound surface; consistent and tends to go well here. Triple C&D winner who scored at Wolverhampton last month; respected back on turf. |
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(4) (10/1 +0%)Jax Edge |
10/1(+0%) | (4) Jax Edge 10/1, Never dangerous beaten 9l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; suited by 5/6f, acts on any; previously in career best form, including scoring by 1/2l over 5f here penultimate start; mark might be stiff. Dual course winner who is versatile ground-wise and she needs a close look on return. |
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(8) (10/1 +9%)Aces Wild |
10/1(+9%) | (8) Aces Wild 10/1, Hampered coming out of the stalls beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; in good form prior; effective 5/6f, acts on any except soft; usually consistent, revised mark demands more. Usually seen at a lower level and he has some work to do after 199 days off. |
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(11) (12/1 -20%)Mumayaz |
12/1(-20%) | (11) Mumayaz 12/1, Ran to form beaten 2 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Kempton last time; top course trainer; effective 5-7f, acts on good to firm and AW; can go well back down in trip and on turf return if getting away on terms. Won four times last year and he has possibilities if this sets up for his closing style. |
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(2) (16/1 +0%)Arabian Cobra |
16/1(+0%) | (2) Arabian Cobra 16/1, Outclassed and too slow away down the field in a handicap at Ayr most recent; cheekpieces first time; top course jockey; wide draw; suited by 6f, acts on good, below par on fast; firm ground could be a concern. Returns for new yard but he's on workable mark and needs watching in market; new headgear. |
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(12) (16/1 0%)Connie's Rose |
16/1(0%) | (12) Connie's Rose 16/1, Struggled in heavy conditions beaten 10l in a handicap here last time; enjoys making it; effective 5f-6f, acts on soft and good to firm; returning from long lay-off off a 1lb lower mark. All ten wins have been on turf and she handles most ground; market informative on return. |

MOE'S LEGACY has returned in fine fettle this season, with a victory at Wolverhampton followed by a placed effort at the same track, and Ron Harris' mare has every chance in her bid for a fourth C&D success. Safari Dream shaped well on his return at Kempton last month and the drop back in trip appears likely to yield improvement. Others to consider include Aces Wild and Jax Edge.

An open race in which the vote goes to HUNKY DORY who made it 2-4 in cheekpieces with a dominant display at Wolverhampton last week.
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(13) (9/4 +25%)Cindy Lou Who |
9/4(+25%) | (13) Cindy Lou Who 9/4, Fine effort but probably flattered when second beaten a short-head in Lansdown Stakes (Listed) at Bath; trainer in form; effective 5/6f, acts on any; in excellent form and thrown in if Lansdown run is taken literally. Progressive last year and reappearance Listed 2nd was better; 15lb well in; obvious claims. |
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(8) (4/1 +0%)Wheels Of Fire |
4/1(+0%) | (8) Wheels Of Fire 4/1, Ground suited and back to form landing a handicap by 3 1/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Musselburgh last time; wide draw; effective 5/6f, acts on heavy, good and AW (enjoys some give); stiffer mark but in form, depends on getting a clear run. Easy 5f win two weeks ago (soft ground); 8lb rise demands another personal best. |
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(4) (11/2 +8%)Addison Grey |
11/2(+8%) | (4) Addison Grey 11/2, Ran about to form beaten 4 1/2l in the Portland Handicap at Doncaster last time; in good form prior; effective 6f on sound surface; good strike rate in short career, progressive and more to come. 3-6 and open to further progress this year; gelded; stall 1 is perhaps not ideal today. |
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(12) (15/2 -25%)Change Sings |
15/2(-25%) | (12) Change Sings 15/2, Ran to more recent handicap form beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Kempton last time; enjoys making it; wide draw; effective 5-7f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; handicapper has finally relented. 2nd in this race last year and 2lb lower today; solid 3rd at Kempton on return; contender. |
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(2) (8/1 +27%)Lakers |
8/1(+27%) | (2) Lakers 8/1, Poor effort beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap at Newcastle last time; in good form prior; effective at 6/7f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; capable of better still as a sprinter. Below par on Good Friday (kicked before start) but progressive over this trip beforehand. |
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(11) (8/1 -7%)Arctic Thunder |
8/1(-7%) | (11) Arctic Thunder 8/1, Ran to current form beaten 2l off this mark at Leicester last time; wide draw; effective 6-8f, acts on a sound surface; very reliable. Has lots of ability but often found trouble in running last year; can't be ignored. |
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(16) (10/1 -11%)Juan Les Pins |
10/1(-11%) | (16) Juan Les Pins 10/1, Ran at least to form when landing an apprentice handicap by a neck off a 1lb lower mark at Thirsk last time; suited by 5/6f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; back in form, remains very well treated on old efforts. Unpenalised for last week's Thirsk win (6f, good) but this is a big step up in class. |
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(5) (11/1 +8%)Hucklesbrook |
11/1(+8%) | (5) Hucklesbrook 11/1, Touch keener than ideal beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap at Kempton last time; effective at 6f, acts on good, good to firm and AW; in solid form. Won two good 6f handicaps last summer; quiet since; not solid back from four months off. |
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(15) (16/1 -14%)Montezin |
16/1(-14%) | (15) Montezin 16/1, Backed up good efforts first two starts when winning a maiden at Newcastle by a length last time; wide draw; effective 5/6f, all runs on AW; on an attractive opening mark. Progressive on AW in late 2025; it's interesting that he makes his handicap debut here. |
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(6) (18/1 -13%)Mirabeau |
18/1(-13%) | (6) Mirabeau 18/1, Raced too freely and probably needed the race down the Lincoln at Doncaster; significant jockey booking; effective 7-10f, acts on heavy and good; bit to prove after two poor runs. On a dangerous mark if the drop back to sprinting works the oracle; Oisin Murphy booked. |
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(10) (22/1 +33%)Photosynthesis |
22/1(+33%) | (10) Photosynthesis 22/1, Needed the race beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap at Newcastle last time; suited by 6f, barely gets 7f, acts on a sound surface; competitive mark and entitled to come on from return run. Third in this race last year; needs to bounce back from a poor run at Newcastle in January. |
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(3) (25/1 +50%)Brian |
25/1(+50%) | (3) Brian 25/1, Poor effort down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recent start; top course jockey; effective 6/7f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; inconsistent. Well beaten on last three starts but goes well here and Tom Marquand is a notable booking. |
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(14) (33/1 -65%)Daring Legend |
33/1(-65%) | (14) Daring Legend 33/1, Ran to best beaten a nose off a 1lb lower mark at Kempton last time; effective 6/7f, acts on good to soft, suited by a sound surface; competitively handicapped. Good 2nd on stable debut last month; up in class but not out of it. |
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(9) (33/1 -18%)Roach Power |
33/1(-18%) | (9) Roach Power 33/1, Down the field in a handicap at Doncaster most recent run; in good form prior; suited by 5f, acts on any; seasonal debut. Flourished in the second half of 2025 but over 5f; returns from a break off a tough mark. |
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(1) (33/1 +0%)Brosay |
33/1(+0%) | (1) Brosay 33/1, Needed the run down the field in a handicap at Southwell most recent start; effective 5/6f, acts on any; bit to prove after two poor runs. Two 6f wins last summer; low-key return at Newcastle last month; others look safer. |
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(7) (50/1 +0%)Gweedore |
50/1(+0%) | (7) Gweedore 50/1, Needed the run beaten 7 1/2l in a handicap at Musselburgh last time; effective 6-8f, acts on soft and good; mark stiff enough. Grand old servant but this is not sure to be the day he registers his first 6f success. |

Wheels Of Fire impressed when winning over shorter at Musselburgh earlier this month and can go well, despite an 8lb rise from the handicapper. Juan Les Pins has been a fine servant for Michael Appleby and the nine-year-old could surprise a few, but this ought to go to CINDY LOU WHO. Her last run saw her finish a short-head second to Azure Angel in Listed class at Bath which saw her put up 15lb in the handicap, yet she gets to race off her old mark here back in handicap company.

While it may not be as straightforward as being 15lb well in might suggest, the claims of the progressive CINDY LOU WHO are obvious.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(12) (7/4 +0%)Master Haku |
7/4(+0%) | (12) Master Haku 7/4, Yard won this last year; ran to form when second beaten a head in a maiden hurdle at Cork latest; returning from a break; effective at 2m, acts on yielding; can win soon. Placed in both m'den hurdle starts; likeliest winner if ready enough after 145-day absence. |
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(7) (5/2 +0%)Bulgaden Castle |
5/2(+0%) | (7) Bulgaden Castle 5/2, Back to form when second beaten 1/2l in a maiden hurdle at Gowran Park latest; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on heavy and yielding to soft; in good form, can find a maiden. Knocking on door over hurdles, filling the runner-up spot last thrice; in the mix again. |
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(6) (3/1 +10%)Small Fry |
3/1(+10%) | (6) Small Fry 3/1, Never involved beaten 4l in a handicap at Dundalk last time; top course trainer; effective 2m-2m2f over hurdles; capable of better back jumping now for current yard. 92-rated Flat performer was moderate in two runs over hurdles for former yard. |
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(2) (11/2 +8%)Appy Getaway |
11/2(+8%) | (2) Appy Getaway 11/2, Promising debut 1/2l winner in a bumper at Kilbeggan on debut; returning from long layoff; effective at 2m on a sound surface; more to come now hurdling, good chance in this. Debut bumper winner in Aug' when last seen (third and fourth won subsequently); big player. |
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(4) (15/2 +0%)Minella Mate |
15/2(+0%) | (4) Minella Mate 15/2, Couldn't get involved off steady pace beaten 7l in a handicap at Dundalk last time; in good form prior; effective up to 2m on Flat; type to do well as a hurdler. Bumper/Flat winner posted good second on AW in Feb'; poor in only hurdles run from 2023. |
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(5) (16/1 +0%)Persian Bliss |
16/1(+0%) | (5) Persian Bliss 16/1, Hung under pressure and below best when second beaten 8l in a claimer at Dundalk latest; effective up to 12f on the Flat; brings some potential to hurdles. Three-time AW winner was below best in two Dundalk runs this year; interesting recruit. |
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(1) (33/1 +0%)Ancient Myth |
33/1(+0%) | (1) Ancient Myth 33/1, Bit below form on soft when fourth beaten 9 1/4l in a seller at Hamilton latest; effective 12 on Flat; could do well hurdling. Flat h'cap winner in Aug' but didn't beat a rival in two runs since; hurdling debutant. |
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(3) (33/1 +0%)Loyal Touch |
33/1(+0%) | (3) Loyal Touch 33/1, Below form beaten 6l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; effective 10-12f on the Flat; regressive and bit to prove now hurdling. Five Flat wins in Britain but hasn't shown much on AW for current yard; tries hurdling now. |
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(9) (66/1 +0%)Cloonbonniffe |
66/1(+0%) | (9) Cloonbonniffe 66/1, Some promise on debut well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Navan only start; might want further than 2m. Sent off 125-1 for Navan debut last month and ran like his price suggested. |
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(11) (66/1 +0%)Dahab |
66/1(+0%) | (11) Dahab 66/1, Improved a little well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Ayr latest; effective 2m; frustrating maiden on Flat, plenty to find over hurdles. Placed form in Flat m'dens but failed to trouble the judge in two hurdle starts. |
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(8) (100/1 +0%)Butterfly Mountain |
100/1(+0%) | (8) Butterfly Mountain 100/1, Improved on a poor debut albeit comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel last time; returning from long layoff; type to do better when handicapping. Didn't show much in two points and not much encouragement from either hurdle start. |
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(13) (100/1 +0%)Orchard Cross |
100/1(+0%) | (13) Orchard Cross 100/1, Never in it from off the pace, poor debut well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Limerick only start; major improvement needed. Tailed off at Limerick last month on debut (2m3f, soft); hard to recommend on that basis. |
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(17) (100/1 +0%)Deep Warrior |
100/1(+0%) | (17) Deep Warrior 100/1, Failed to build on debut promise down the field in a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse most recent; effective 2m1f on yielding; bounce back needed. Reserve; well beaten in two starts to date; may be better suited to h'caps. |

MASTER HAKU hasn't raced since November but will likely be ready on reappearance. The selection showed promise on his Cork debut and backed that up with another useful effort at the same track, finishing a head second behind Grey Jude. That race's third-placed horse recently scored at the Fairyhouse Easter Festival. Bulgaden Castle has been running well but might struggle to beat an on-song selection, while Minella Mate has some decent form but disappointed on a sole hurdles start in July 2023. Appy Getaway won a useful Kilbeggan bumper last August but returns following a layoff, on softer ground.

Promising in both maiden hurdle runs, MASTER HAKU (nap) looks like the most likely winner if ready to rock after a 145-day absence
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (3/1 +14%)Port Noir |
3/1(+14%) | (4) Port Noir 3/1, Ran at least to form landing a handicap by a length off this mark here last time; trainer in form; effective 8-10f, acts on any; in good form, latest in apprentice race may flatter a touch. In-form 9yo who loves it here and has no penalty for beating Naughty Niall last week. |
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(1) (7/2 +13%)Naughty Niall |
7/2(+13%) | (1) Naughty Niall 7/2, Ran to form beaten a length off this mark here last time; effective 10-12f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; generally consistent. Port Noir finished just the stronger here last week but this 5yo always goes well here. |
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(2) (5/1 +9%)Scenario |
5/1(+9%) | (2) Scenario 5/1, Yard won this last year; ran to best landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Bath last time; top course trainer; effective 7-10f, acts on all-weather; mark still competitive. Bath winner; no good thing to defy a penalty when anything but consistent and drawn in 12. |
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(7) (7/1 +30%)Like Magic |
7/1(+30%) | (7) Like Magic 7/1, Made too much use of beaten 6l in a handicap here last time; no worthwhile Flat form in Britain. Dual winner in Germany; struggled here but could be on the verge of turning a corner. |
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(6) (8/1 +11%)Desiderata |
8/1(+11%) | (6) Desiderata 8/1, Ran to form 2l third in a classified race at Lingfield most recent run; effective 9-12f consistent this year, should remain competitive. Arrives in form after a win here over 8.6f and a close third over 1m2f at Lingfield. |
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(5) (9/1 +10%)Balqaa |
9/1(+10%) | (5) Balqaa 9/1, Too much to do after poor start beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Southwell last time; usually held up; effective 8-10f, best on all-weather; bit more needed. It was a classified race she won over C&D last month but this mark isn't beyond her. |
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(8) (9/1 +0%)Bossy Parker |
9/1(+0%) | (8) Bossy Parker 9/1, Ran to form when winning a classified race here by a head last time; effective 6-9f, all recent form on all-weather; competitive mark. Snapped a two-year losing streak here last month; up 2lb but also up in trip. |
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(11) (10/1 +17%)Ignition |
10/1(+17%) | (11) Ignition 10/1, Back to form down to an extended 9f beaten 2l off this mark here last time; effective 8-14f, acts on all-weather; remains a maiden but is a capable one. No wins in 17 but after racing over further he hit the frame over C&D 11 days ago. |
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(9) (11/1 -10%)Arlecchino's Rex |
11/1(-10%) | (9) Arlecchino's Rex 11/1, Scored by a length three starts back; ran to form third beaten 1 1/4l off 49 last time; effective 7-9f, acts on a sound surface; in form. Beat Al Shabab over C&D in March and has continued to run well off this 3lb higher mark. |
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(3) (12/1 -9%)Roman Secret |
12/1(-9%) | (3) Roman Secret 12/1, Could never get involved beaten 10l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; effective 10f, acts on any; normally consistent. Sole win was here in 2023; off since October when she wasn't in great form. |
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(13) (25/1 +0%)Busby |
25/1(+0%) | (13) Busby 25/1, Ran to form beaten 2l off this mark here last time; effective 9-12f; workable mark. Multiple winner but this veteran is usually opposable these days. |
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(12) (50/1 -25%)Wrist Art |
50/1(-25%) | (12) Wrist Art 50/1, Poor effort down to 6f beaten 9l in a handicap here last time; suited by 8f, stays 10f; longer trip should help but in poor form. Close up on a couple of occasions this winter but backwards steps in his last two races. |

Scenario reverts to Tapeta after justifying favouritism in a similar event at Bath 12 days ago. However, she has been held off this mark before and looks risky bidding for back-to-back wins for the first time in her 22-race career. Port Noir and Naughty Niall were first and second in a C&D event last week and both are due to race off higher marks in the near future. However, it might be worth taking a punt on BALQAA being able to exploit a rating that is 13lb lower than when she was at her peak.

Port Noir beat NAUGHTY NIALL on the same terms here last week but there's hope that the second may gain his revenge.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(6) (10/3 +5%)Stinginhisstep |
10/3(+5%) | (6) Stinginhisstep 10/3, Ran to form beaten 2 1/4l off this mark at Newton Abbot last time; effective 2m2f-2m6f, suited by sound surface; can go well back from a break. Two-time winner over a similar trip (good); should be involved if ready after a break.. |
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(7) (7/2 +13%)Taritino |
7/2(+13%) | (7) Taritino 7/2, Flattened out after bad late error having raced freely, may not have stayed when third at Plumpton last time; effective 2m-2m3f, suited by sound surface; form in and out of late. Multiple winner across both codes; ground suits; 6lb higher than last win; competitive.. |
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(3) (9/2 +0%)Green Sky |
9/2(+0%) | (3) Green Sky 9/2, Returned to form down in trip and grade beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Newton Abbot last time; effective 2m on sound surface; inconsistent. 9.5f Flat winner; beaten just 2l latest but will have a bit to prove stamina-wise.. |
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(4) (5/1 +0%)Mr Jukebox |
5/1(+0%) | (4) Mr Jukebox 5/1, Below form when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Wincanton latest; effective 2m on good to soft; should have more to offer now handicapping. Longer trip should help to bring his stamina into play on handicap debut; interesting.. |
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(8) (5/1 +44%)This Sway |
5/1(+44%) | (8) This Sway 5/1, Below form off new mark tried in cheekpieces when fourth beaten 11l off 94 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; bounce back needed. 2m hurdle winner (soft); held when up 7lb latest; drops 1lb; back up in trip; more needed.. |
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(9) (13/2 +54%)Rangatira Jack |
13/2(+54%) | (9) Rangatira Jack 13/2, Every chance, below form well beaten in a handicap chase at Wincanton latest; effective 2m4f, acts on sound surface; return to hurdles might suit. 2m3f chase winner here; well beaten over fences recently; bit to prove back hurdling.. |
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(1) (9/1 -20%)Asian Spice |
9/1(-20%) | (1) Asian Spice 9/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Taunton latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on good to soft and good; more of a chance now back hurdling but others still preferred. Three wins here; down in grade for return to hurdles but has a bit to prove at present.. |
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(10) (14/1 +58%)Mrs Pen |
14/1(+58%) | (10) Mrs Pen 14/1, Again ran to a poor level when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Newton Abbot latest; usually held up; effective at 2m in point bumpers; major improvement needed under rules. Well beaten all three starts; much more needed even from this mark on handicap debut.. |
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(11) (16/1 +36%)Anothermanicmonday |
16/1(+36%) | (11) Anothermanicmonday 16/1, Never in it from off the pace when down the field in a maiden hurdle at Taunton most recent; off a short-break; plenty more needed to figure over hurdles. Huge odds and well beaten in all three qualifying starts over hurdles; watching brief.. |
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(2) (18/1 +0%)Imperial Jade |
18/1(+0%) | (2) Imperial Jade 18/1, Struggled after a slow start when well beaten in a novice at Kempton latest; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 2m4f on good; bit to prove back hurdling but is on a good mark. Triple hurdle winner at up to 2m3f; acts on a sound surface; below par lately; handy mark.. |

Asian Spice has three wins here to her name and she returns to hurdles after failing to match that level over fences. She could go well, but TARITINO could have the edge back at this trip after weakening into third over further at Plumpton following a win at Taunton over shorter. Stinginhisstep brings consistency to the table after a pair of close-up third places at Newton Abbot and is another for the shortlist in a competitive field.

A competitive contest where MR JUKEBOX should benefit from this longer trip and can make a winning handicap debut.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(1) (7/2 +30%)Alvin |
7/2(+30%) | (1) Alvin 7/2, Did not get a clear run beaten 1/4l off a 1lb lower mark at Lingfield last time; effective 5/6f, former suits, best form has been on the all-weather; chance to bounce back on turf return. Shaped with huge promise at Lingfield 14 days ago; must be well treated judged on that run. |
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(3) (9/2 +10%)Starmade |
9/2(+10%) | (3) Starmade 9/2, Got better with each run, improving and a nice type when winning a maiden at Newcastle by 3l last time; bred to sprint, has acted with cut and all-weather; big colt, capable of better; first test of firmer conditions. 5f AW win when last seen in October; not obviously well treated but he is unexposed. |
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(5) (11/2 +8%)Noble Vow |
11/2(+8%) | (5) Noble Vow 11/2, Improved, switching to all-weather when second beaten a nose in a maiden at Wolverhampton latest; effective 5/6f, acts on good to firm; fair mark on handicap debut; chance on turf return. Improved his RPR with each of his 2yo runs, beaten a nose on latest start; handicap debut. |
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(13) (7/1 +36%)Marcellinus |
7/1(+36%) | (13) Marcellinus 7/1, Well backed when second beaten 1 1/4l in a novice at Southwell latest; returning from a break; effective at 6f, acts on soft, good to firm and all-weather; lightly raced and likely more to come. Similar form in three 2yo runs; improvement essential now handicapping. |
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(2) (7/1 +0%)Blue Orbit |
7/1(+0%) | (2) Blue Orbit 7/1, Bit too much to do and finished well off a break beaten 1 1/4l off a 1lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; wide draw; effective 5/6f on a sound surface; still capable of better than bare handicap form. 5f turf win last June; encouraging seasonal return last month; not ruled out. |
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(4) (15/2 +12%)Wedonttelllies |
15/2(+12%) | (4) Wedonttelllies 15/2, Beaten 2 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Newmarket last time; was improving with each start prior, including a win at Kempton penultimate start; wide draw; could come on a little for initial experience on seasonal reappearance. Beaten favourite on nursery debut (7f) but ran okay; down in trip for this return; gelded. |
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(11) (8/1 -14%)Concert |
8/1(-14%) | (11) Concert 8/1, Ran to form beaten 2l off this mark at Wolverhampton last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good to soft and fast ground, with sole win coming on good firm in a maiden at Yarmouth on second start; mark still fair. Stayed on for fourth on recent stable debut; stepping back up in trip looks a plus. |
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(9) (12/1 +0%)Campenaerts |
12/1(+0%) | (9) Campenaerts 12/1, Back to winning ways, looked to be well handicapped at present landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Catterick last time; effective 5/6f, acts on a sound surface and firm; 3lb rise, but still looks nicely handicapped. On the up when last seen but in small-field 5f nurseries; this is tougher on stable debut. |
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(15) (14/1 -17%)Red Snapper |
14/1(-17%) | (15) Red Snapper 14/1, First career win, softer ground conditions suited landing a handicap by a short-head off a 4lb lower mark here last time; was second on good to firm over C&D, off 7lb lower penultimate start; mark looks fair. Two good runs here in the autumn but he is upped in class for his return. |
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(6) (14/1 +0%)Akabusi |
14/1(+0%) | (6) Akabusi 14/1, Raced freely beaten 3/4l off this mark at Lingfield last time; effective at 6f, acts on a sound surface; blinkers key, seems game and reliable in them; outside chance on first start back on turf. Just behind Alvin at Lingfield two weeks ago; vulnerable to less exposed rivals. |
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(7) (18/1 +0%)Grey Horizon |
18/1(+0%) | (7) Grey Horizon 18/1, Scored by a short-head off a 3lb lower mark at Southwell in February; sixth beaten 2 1/4l off 76 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 5/6f, best form on all-weather, only turf win on soft; very likeable attitude. Had a good year already but vulnerable to less exposed rivals back on turf. |
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(10) (22/1 +0%)Quantum Power |
22/1(+0%) | (10) Quantum Power 22/1, Ran to current form beaten 3 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; suited by 5f, acts on soft, scratchy action suggests will handle firm; just fair mark and may have plateaued. Maiden win came on soft; not obviously well treated; apprentice having first ride. |
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(12) (25/1 -25%)Carefree Dream |
25/1(-25%) | (12) Carefree Dream 25/1, Landed a handicap over 5f by 1 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark here penultimate start; far too keen throughout down the field most recent; wide draw; possibly best 5f, effective soft and good to firm; in good form prior to latest, mark may be stiff. Course winner (5f, soft) last September but returns from an absence off a tough mark. |
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(14) (25/1 -14%)Coyy |
25/1(-14%) | (14) Coyy 25/1, Well beaten and below form beaten 3 1/4l off a 3lb higher mark at Kempton last time; suited by 6f, acts on a sound surface, possibly not soft; may have a breathing issue; hard to recommend. Struggled in two nurseries last autumn but promise last spring and he's had a wind op. |

STARMADE was progressive in three starts as a juvenile, culminating with a smooth maiden success at Newcastle when last seen. With Jamie Spencer in the plate that day and retaining the ride, connections have taken meticulous strides to ensure continuity for this well-bred colt's handicap debut. The reliable Campenaerts has C&D experience and warrants close inspection on debut for Jonathan Portman, while Noble Vow, Blue Orbit and Akabusi command respect back on turf.

To finish as close as he did having suffered such a wide trip at Lingfield strongly suggests that ALVIN (nap) is ahead of his mark.
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(11) (4/1 +0%)Give Him A Chance |
4/1(+0%) | (11) Give Him A Chance 4/1, Slipped up early in a handicap hurdle latest; effective 2m-2m4f on most ground; progressive judged on Naas win from two starts back. Added third hurdles win before SU at Wexford last time when fav'; in the mix. |
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(1) (9/2 +0%)Becasse |
9/2(+0%) | (1) Becasse 9/2, Travelled, forced to wait for run as winner kicked, not best ride when second beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap hurdle at Wexford latest; effective at around 2m, acts on soft; winner in France, more to come for new yard and mark looks fair. French hurdles winner took second after long absence latest; that could set him up nicely. |
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(9) (5/1 +0%)Catch The Beast |
5/1(+0%) | (9) Catch The Beast 5/1, Travelled, not find much and tired up the hill in strongly run race, ran to form still when in a handicap hurdle at Naas last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m4f, suited by cut; inconsistent. No wins since 2023; back on song when second at Naas but weakened up in trip latest. |
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(10) (11/2 +8%)High Court Cave |
11/2(+8%) | (10) High Court Cave 11/2, Put experience to good use here, step back down in trip suited when winning a maiden hurdle at Downpatrick by 5l last time; effective 2m-2m6f; more to come in handicaps judged on latest. Last seen winning a m'den hurdle in Sept'; chance but this trip looks on the short side. |
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(12) (13/2 +7%)Sopelana |
13/2(+7%) | (12) Sopelana 13/2, Yard won this last year; badly hampered by faller when challenging, very unlucky second beaten 4l off 119 last time, 1lb higher here; effective 2m with cut; in fair form over hurdles and might gain compensation. Three-time hurdles winner intersperses wins with moderate runs; chance if on a going day. |
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(3) (15/2 +0%)Frankendael |
15/2(+0%) | (3) Frankendael 15/2, Travelled, back to form, benefitting from reappearance beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Listowel last time; returning from long layoff; effective 2m on a sound surface; good chance off this mark. Back-to-back hurdles winner in 2024; chance if ready but returns from a 319-day absence. |
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(13) (8/1 +0%)Piccolo Player |
8/1(+0%) | (13) Piccolo Player 8/1, Made too much use of and set it up for closers when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Gowran Park last time; effective 2m, acts on heavy and yielding; in fair form but needs more for the win. Maiden hurdle winner needs to settle better than he did at Gowran last time. |
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(2) (10/1 +0%)Arch Empire |
10/1(+0%) | (2) Arch Empire 10/1, Race may have come a bit soon down the field in a handicap hurdle at Down Royal most recent; effective 2m; generally consistent. C&D m'den hurdle winner on this card last year; well beaten on h'cap debut when last seen. |
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(4) (12/1 +0%)Wholelotofbusiness |
12/1(+0%) | (4) Wholelotofbusiness 12/1, Every chance, needed run when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Cork most recent; in good form prior; effective around 2m, acts on any; bounce back needed. Novice hurdle winner may come on from his first run back at Cork earlier this month. |
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(5) (20/1 +0%)Miss Manzor |
20/1(+0%) | (5) Miss Manzor 20/1, Never in it back on the Flat down the field in a handicap at the Curragh most recent; returning from long layoff; effective 2m-2m5f; first hurdles run in two years. Flat/hurdles winner was poor in 2025 runs; best watched on stable debut. |
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(6) (33/1 +0%)Positive Energy |
33/1(+0%) | (6) Positive Energy 33/1, Found nil, reported to have nasal discharge when fourth beaten 36l in a novice hurdle at Naas latest; effective 2m, acts on heavy; mark looks high enough. Flat winner won on hurdling debut but has been poor in two other hurdle starts. |
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(7) (33/1 +0%)Sonny May |
33/1(+0%) | (7) Sonny May 33/1, Pulled up in a beginners' chase at Fairyhouse latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts with cut; more chance now back hurdling. Back-to-back hurdles winner in 2024; reverts to timber after two moderate chase runs. |
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(14) (33/1 +0%)She Is Electric |
33/1(+0%) | (14) She Is Electric 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Sligo latest; returning from long layoff; effective around 2m on a sound surface; bounce back needed. Dual hurdles winner hasn't shown anything in four runs since returning from a long absence. |
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(8) (40/1 +0%)Teed Up |
40/1(+0%) | (8) Teed Up 40/1, Never in the race down the field in a handicap hurdle at Naas most recent; effective 2m-2m7f; inconsistent dual-purpose performer. Galway specialist has been way below his best in runs since fourth at last year's festival. |

BECASSE ran well on his Irish debut last month and, although he has top-weight in a competitive handicap, can build on that reappearance run. Ex-French-trained, the selection won a Fontainebleau hurdle in October 2024 but was absent for 519 days prior to his Wexford return. That race was admittedly won by a veteran, but he was competing from a favourable rating and under a 7lb conditional, and the lightly-raced Becasse should progress. Give Him A Chance had been in good form prior to slipping up in the same Wexford race, while four-year-old Sopelana has already scored three times over hurdles and relishes testing ground. Arch Empire and High Court Cave return following breaks.

French hurdle winner BECASSE returned from a 519-day absence at Wexford when second and that could set him up nicely for this
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(2) (13/8 -8%)Square Du Roule |
13/8(-8%) | (2) Square Du Roule 13/8, Improved benefitting from patient ride off strong pace landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Wincanton last time; effective 2m2f-3m on a sound surface; can be weak in a finish so must be played late. C&D winner who scored over 3m (good) latest; up 6lb but looks a leading player.. |
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(7) (7/2 +0%)Moonlight Artist |
7/2(+0%) | (7) Moonlight Artist 7/2, Ran to form when fourth beaten 8l in a handicap hurdle here latest; effective 2m5f-3m, acts on any; unreliable but is on a fair mark. C&D winner; better over hurdles but was unable to take advantage over C&D latest.. |
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(6) (9/2 +25%)Watchoutitscookie |
9/2(+25%) | (6) Watchoutitscookie 9/2, Below form well beaten in a handicap hurdle here latest; in good form prior; effective 2m3f-3m, acts on heavy and good; capable off this mark but needs a bounce back. 2m4f hurdle and 2m7f chase winner; competitive mark if shrugging off below-par C&D effort.. |
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(1) (11/2 +39%)Teorie |
11/2(+39%) | (1) Teorie 11/2, Below form comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time; effective 2m1f-3m1f on soft and good; losing run goes on. 2m winner; well treated on form of a year ago if bouncing back but has that to prove.. |
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(3) (6/1 +0%)Vengeance |
6/1(+0%) | (3) Vengeance 6/1, Didn't get home up in trip when beaten 9 1/2l in a handicap hurdle here last time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on sound surface; chance if building on latest. 0-14 and looks in need of further favours from the handicapper to break his duck.. |
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(4) (9/1 +36%)Man Oh Man |
9/1(+36%) | (4) Man Oh Man 9/1, Never in it from off the pace upped in trip well beaten in a handicap hurdle here latest; effective 2m3f-2m5f, acts on any; inconsistent and stamina to prove. Inconsistent; better efforts would give him an each-way chance, if getting this trip.. |
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(5) (12/1 +0%)Stage Show |
12/1(+0%) | (5) Stage Show 12/1, Ran to form just flattening out late having raced freely beaten 9l in a handicap hurdle at Wincanton last time; effective 2m-3m on sound surface; unreliable. C&D winner (good to firm); held on last two starts; more needed but not written off.. |
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(8) (50/1 +0%)Elfride |
50/1(+0%) | (8) Elfride 50/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle here latest; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on soft and good; regressive. 2m7f hurdle winner; on a lengthy losing run and has plenty to prove from 4lb wrong.. |

SQUARE DU ROULE appeared to have plenty in hand when winning over further at Wincanton last time out. Although upped 6lb by the handicapper, he may well follow up if arriving in the same form. Moonlight Artist has place claims but may need a little respite from the handicapper after finishing fourth over C&D last month, while Stage Show had a poor run behind the selection last time and should finish a lot closer now.

This doesn't look hugely competitive and Wincanton winner SQUARE DU ROULE (nap) appears to have been found another good opportunity.
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(7) (2/7 +5%)Ourbren |
2/7(+5%) | (7) Ourbren 2/7, Ideally suited by trip beaten 3l in a Fillies & Mares race at Kempton last time; effective up to 8f; placed in Fillies' Listed at Newbury in October; the one to beat on that form taking a big step back in class. 0-6 but she sets a useful standard back in much calmer waters and should be hard to beat. |
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(3) (10/3 +17%)Tough Date |
10/3(+17%) | (3) Tough Date 10/3, Showed little on debut when beaten 20l at Chelmsford; improvement when 3l third in a novice at Southwell most recent run; 10f may be most suitable trip; all to prove on first turf start. Showed some promise when third at Southwell and he's open to more progress. |
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(6) (9/1 +0%)Miss Mambo |
9/1(+0%) | (6) Miss Mambo 9/1, 10,000 euro yearling; Elzaam filly; half-sister to multiple winners, including Raintown, useful 8f-12f; beaten 5l in a novice at Kempton last time; hasn't lived up to promising debut form and plenty more needed after last couple of efforts No progress in three runs at up to 1m and minor handicaps will be more suitable. |
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(2) (33/1 -18%)Ocean Force |
33/1(-18%) | (2) Ocean Force 33/1, El Kabeir gelding; half-brother Ocean Vision, useful over 5f-8f; well beaten in a maiden at Kempton only start earlier this month; dual-purpose yard in form; plenty more needed to be competitive. 150-1 and he finished a well-held seventh of 11 on Kempton debut (1m, AW) last week. |
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(1) (100/1 +0%)Lamlash |
100/1(+0%) | (1) Lamlash 100/1, No worthwhile form from two starts in this sphere; returning from a break after being pulled-up over hurdles at Taunton in December; speedily-bred, may want easy surfaces; big gelding, plenty to prove after poor flat runs. Finished last in two Flat maidens and was pulled up on hurdle/stable debut in December. |

OURBREN was highly tried last year and readily sets the standard back in a maiden. At the forecast odds, the daughter of Starman wouldn't qualify as the 'value bet of the day', but it would be surprising if she is turned over if she runs anywhere near her official rating. Tough Date outran market expectations when third at Southwell and could go close with another step forward, while Miss Mambo appears best of the remainder.

This looks a golden opportunity for OURBREN who sets a clear standard back in much calmer waters.
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(4) (10/3 -11%)Katie Daniels |
10/3(-11%) | (4) Katie Daniels 10/3, Improved back down in trip in first-time tongue-tie when landing a handicap by 7l off a 7lb lower mark at Fairyhouse last time; effective 2m4f, acts heavy and yielding; inconsistent, revised mark asks more. Both wins at Fairyhouse, including on latest when perhaps lucky; up 7lb but can go well. |
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(3) (10/3 +26%)Carry On Heidi |
10/3(+26%) | (3) Carry On Heidi 10/3, Too keen and made too much use of when 14l third in Irish Stallion Farms EBF Shannon Spray Mares Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Limerick most recent run; effective 2m4f-3m with cut; could be well treated back in a handicap. Ran well in Grade 3s of late; top claimer booked and dangerous if allowed a soft lead. |
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(2) (4/1 +0%)Cobra Queen |
4/1(+0%) | (2) Cobra Queen 4/1, Outclassed up in grade at Wincanton latest; effective at 2m4f-2m7f on a sound surface; potentially lenient mark back hurdling. Course winner; progressive chaser; 16lb lower hurdles mark on return but best form on good. |
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(6) (5/1 +0%)Shadys Lady |
5/1(+0%) | (6) Shadys Lady 5/1, Ran to form when 6l third in a maiden hurdle at Wexford most recent run; effective at 2m-2m3f, acts with cut; bumper winner progressing over hurdles, should go well again on handicap debut. Bred to get this trip and she's one to keep a close eye on in the market on handicap debut. |
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(7) (5/1 +0%)Maxios Prime |
5/1(+0%) | (7) Maxios Prime 5/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; outpaced, ran to form when fourth beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap hurdle at Navan latest; effective at 2m-2m2f, acts on soft and good; run style requires luck but in form, mark fair. Consistent; tackles this trip for the first time and yard won this race in 2022 and 2024. |
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(1) (7/1 +7%)Dameauscottlestown |
7/1(+7%) | (1) Dameauscottlestown 7/1, Bit below form back hurdling when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Cork most recent; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on heavy and yielding; progressing until latest and should again go well here. Below best over hurdles at Cork but in the mix back against her own sex and handles mud. |
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(5) (11/1 -10%)Joshua's Daylami |
11/1(-10%) | (5) Joshua's Daylami 11/1, Fair handicap debut off a stiff enough mark when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Cork latest; returning from long layoff; significant jockey booking; effective 2m6f-3m with cut; drop in trip might suit. Returns from a year off the track for shrewd yard; Jack Kennedy booked; market will guide. |
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(9) (16/1 +0%)Ladiam |
16/1(+0%) | (9) Ladiam 16/1, Never dangerous when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Thurles latest; effective 2m4f-3m2f, needs sound surface; might need this back from a break. Both wins at Sligo but runner-up four times around here, including this race in 2023. |
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(10) (25/1 +0%)Andyourbirdcansing |
25/1(+0%) | (10) Andyourbirdcansing 25/1, Very much struggled throughout when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Sligo most recent; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; up against it. Sligo winner in 2024; inconsistent form over hurdles/fences since & ground is against her. |
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(8) (100/1 +0%)Elsannah |
100/1(+0%) | (8) Elsannah 100/1, Pulled up when made too much use of in a handicap hurdle at Limerick latest; effective 2m3f-3m with cut; might do better on this third run back after an absence. Dual winner for Shane Crawley at around 3m but two poor runs after mammoth absence. |

CARRY ON HEIDI continues to fly a little under the handicapper's radar, as she has bumped into high-class rivals at black type level. Victorious in Ballynoe's locally-prestigious Gain Mares Final of 2025, the selection was unsuited by dropping to 2m in her sole previous defeat at handicap level last November, and was beaten by subsequent Grade 1 winner Zanoosh and smart How's Hannah at Limerick last month. She drops in grade and her rider claims 5lb. Katie Daniels was left clear at the last when scoring at the Fairyhouse Easter Festival and is 7lb higher, while Dameauscottlestown disappointed at Cork last month.

SHADYS LADY proved her liking for the mud when bolting up in a Naas bumper and could be lurking off a lenient mark on handicap debut
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(2) (9/4 +10%)Got A Dream |
9/4(+10%) | (2) Got A Dream 9/4, Mistakes, ran well for a long way but tired late up in trip, needed run beaten 8l in a handicap hurdle here last time; in good form prior; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on soft and good; bounce back needed. Not disgraced after five months off when sixth in handicap here 26 days ago; considered. |
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(6) (9/4 +0%)Blue In The West |
9/4(+0%) | (6) Blue In The West 9/4, Back to best, strong at finish down in trip landing a handicap by 2l off a 6lb lower mark here last time; effective 2m6f-3m on good to soft and good; more to come perhaps now he's had his head in front. Readily got off the mark over C&D ten days ago; up 6lb but merits serious consideration. |
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(3) (5/2 +38%)Amatchmadeinheaven |
5/2(+38%) | (3) Amatchmadeinheaven 5/2, Bit keen, outpaced, below form up in trip under penalty when fourth beaten 24l in a novice hurdle at Wincanton latest; effective around 2m-2m5f on a sound surface; bounce back needed. Won here in March; just fourth of five at Wincanton since so more needed going h'capping. |
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(1) (11/2 +8%)Thank You Blue |
11/2(+8%) | (1) Thank You Blue 11/2, Bit below form dropped in trip when fifth beaten 11l off 119 last time, 2lb lower here; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good; remains 5lb above last win mark. Landed hat-trick at Ludlow in February; beat one at Newcastle latest but could bounce back. |
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(5) (10/1 +0%)Jack Sprat |
10/1(+0%) | (5) Jack Sprat 10/1, Bit keen and well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Wincanton latest; effective up to 3m, acts on any; inconsistent of late. Course scorer; went freely when a below-par seventh in 3m Wincanton handicap 25 days ago. |
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(4) (12/1 +0%)Mammies Boy |
12/1(+0%) | (4) Mammies Boy 12/1, Unseated four out tried in blinkers in a handicap hurdle at Fontwell latest; effective 2m2f-2m5f, acts on a sound surface; below last win mark and could go well. Yet to fire for current yard, unseated rider 4 out in 2m3f Fontwell handicap nine days ago. |

GOT A DREAM will likely be sharper for last month's outing over these hurdles. He landed a brace on fast going last autumn and Nicky Martin's inmate could prove competitive off his current mark with conditions underfoot in his favour. Amatchmadeinheaven won his maiden here and is a likely improver now handicapping for the first time, while C&D winner Blue In The West could be in the mix once again having finally got his head in front.

This can go the way of BLUE IN THE WEST who is building up a good record here and can defy a 6lb rise for his stylish maiden C&D win.
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(8) (7/2 -5%)Armstrong |
7/2(-5%) | (8) Armstrong 7/2, Ran to form beaten a length off a 1lb lower mark at Kempton last time; top course jockey; debut form franked, has shown enough to win soon and not ruled out after that latest effort on first attempt over this trip. Promising second at Kempton last month; can go well again with progress on the cards. |
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(5) (7/2 0%)Chapman's Peak |
7/2(0%) | (5) Chapman's Peak 7/2, Completed a double, well handicapped landing a handicap by a head off a 4lb lower mark over 7f at Kempton last time; effective at 7/8f, best form on AW; back up in trip and respected after 4lb rise. Bagged 7f/1m nurseries at Kempton in October; remains on a workable mark so he's a player. |
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(3) (4/1 +11%)Crafty Blue |
4/1(+11%) | (3) Crafty Blue 4/1, Looked physically and mentally immature on debut at Newbury but improved on that, got the run of the race when winning a novice at Southwell by a short-head last time; bred for a mile; chance.. Won 7f Southwell novice in September; more to offer for in-form yard on her handicap debut. |
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(1) (13/2 +35%)Tewkesbury |
13/2(+35%) | (1) Tewkesbury 13/2, Slowly away well beaten in a handicap at Southwell latest; effective at 8/9f; all five runs have been on AW; still open to improvement based on previous efforts, including only beaten by a head at Chelmsford penultimate start. Eighth in Southwell handicap latest; slowly away there and could do better on turf debut. |
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(2) (8/1 +6%)Silver State |
8/1(+6%) | (2) Silver State 8/1, Scored by 5 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark to complete a double at Newcastle three starts back; suited by 8f, may improve more for further in time, acts on AW; head gear has galvanised and consistent performer now. In good form, third in 1m Southwell handicap 48 days ago; must enter calculations. |
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(4) (9/1 +10%)Trio |
9/1(+10%) | (4) Trio 9/1, Big improver who won at Leicester over a mile penultimate start; 5l third in a nursery over 9f at Newmarket most recent run; effective up to 8f; type with more to offer now handicapping. Good third in 1m1f Newmarket nursery in November; needs considering on her seasonal return. |
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(7) (9/1 +0%)Glasgow Kiss |
9/1(+0%) | (7) Glasgow Kiss 9/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 7l in a novice at Wolverhampton latest; effective 7f, should get 1m, acts on AW; likeable attitude, possibly more to come back up in trip for first time since switching yards. 4th at Southwell/Wolverhampton in 2026; can take step forward now handicapping up in trip. |
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(9) (11/1 +8%)Foothold |
11/1(+8%) | (9) Foothold 11/1, Disappointing handicap debut beaten 8l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; in good form prior; hood first time; off a short-break; effective 7f-1m, may get further, acts on any; consistent until moved into a handicap and mark probably stiff enough. Keen-going fifth at Lingfield 78 days ago; hood on now and he remains with potential. |
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(11) (12/1 +25%)Atalanta Mist |
12/1(+25%) | (11) Atalanta Mist 12/1, Struggled again, one for handicaps down the field in a novice at Chelmsford most recent; acts on good; may appreciate this step up in trip for the first time; got a good bit to prove after latest. Debut Salisbury third; a big disappointment after so big step foward needed on h'cap debut. |
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(10) (14/1 +13%)Grand Pier |
14/1(+13%) | (10) Grand Pier 14/1, Slowly away when fourth beaten 6 1/2l in a nursery at Kempton latest; stoutly-bred on dam's side; workmanlike sort, should have a bit to come in handicaps over further than 7f. Failed to improve with Kempton fourth in October; more needed if he's to get off the mark. |
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(6) (22/1 +12%)Halla Bil Zain |
22/1(+12%) | (6) Halla Bil Zain 22/1, Raced freely when well beaten down the field in a novice at Doncaster most recent; suited by 7/8f, acts on fast ground; mark looks about right; hard to fancy after latest effort. Placed for Owen Burrows at 2yrs; failed to beat rival on yard debut at Doncaster on return. |

CHAPMAN'S PEAK looks well placed to overcome a 4lb rise imposed after the latest of two handicap wins at Kempton last autumn. Given he is already a winner over a mile and handles turf, reverting to this trip can see the son of Showcasing complete the hat-tick on his seasonal debut. Crafty Blue got off the mark at Southwell when last seen and must be taken seriously, while Armstrong and Glasgow Kiss have each-way appeal.

Preference is for CHAPMAN'S PEAK who ended 2025 very much on the up with a pair of Kempton nursery wins. He can complete a hat-trick.
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(2) (3/1 +0%)Dolly Watkins |
3/1(+0%) | (2) Dolly Watkins 3/1, Ran to best in getting off the mark landing a handicap by 6l off a 7lb lower mark at Limerick last time; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on soft and good; new mark asks more but capable of another good run. In great form since returning from absence, winning easily at Limerick last time; player. |
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(3) (11/2 +0%)Illtakehimmyself |
11/2(+0%) | (3) Illtakehimmyself 11/2, Ran to form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Limerick last time; returning from a break; effective 2m-2m3f on heavy and good; capable of better yet. Kept on in closing stages at Limerick on handicap debut; could improve again up in trip. |
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(4) (11/2 0%)It's Time Again |
11/2(0%) | (4) It's Time Again 11/2, Won this last year; ran to form back from break landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark here last time; returning from long layoff; effective 2m-2m6f on a sound surface; new mark remains fair. Won this race last year but hasn't been seen since; didn't enjoy this ground in the past. |
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(12) (11/2 +8%)La Tene |
11/2(+8%) | (12) La Tene 11/2, Outpaced, looked in need of stiffer test when 7l third in a handicap hurdle at Clonmel most recent run; effective at around 2m, acts on soft; fair mark if building on latest. Definite promise when third at Clonmel (2m3f, soft) last time under a positive ride. |
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(6) (13/2 +7%)Joe's Turn |
13/2(+7%) | (6) Joe's Turn 13/2, Fell early in a handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan latest; returning from long layoff; usually held up; effective up to 3m with cut; chance if okay after fall. Best form at Kilbeggan with two wins; off the track since last June; market will guide. |
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(11) (13/2 +7%)Yoursimplythebest |
13/2(+7%) | (11) Yoursimplythebest 13/2, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse latest; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any; improving at lowly level until latest. Has found the right level in handicaps, placed in three of her last four starts; player. |
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(1) (7/1 +0%)Mr Dibbs |
7/1(+0%) | (1) Mr Dibbs 7/1, Well below form down the field in a point at Ballindenisk most recent; returning from a break; effective 2m4f-3m; bit to prove back under rules. Kilbeggan maiden winner; first run for new yard but testing ground is a concern. |
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(5) (15/2 +0%)Sock It To Me |
15/2(+0%) | (5) Sock It To Me 15/2, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Limerick latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts with cut; inconsistent in short career. Fine effort at Fairyhouse and better than the bare result at Limerick; cheekpieces now. |
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(17) (12/1 +33%)Atlantic Gamble |
12/1(+33%) | (17) Atlantic Gamble 12/1, Never competitive after series of errors on handicap debut well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Limerick latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m3f with cut; still early days in handicaps. Six Flat wins in Britain and handles the mud; 6-1 for handicap hurdle debut but poor run. |
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(18) (14/1 +58%)The Son Of Brega |
14/1(+58%) | (18) The Son Of Brega 14/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown latest; off a short-break; needs to prove ability remains following long layoff. No show in maidens and has failed to complete in two of three handicap starts; reserve. |
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(10) (16/1 +0%)Made In The Woods |
16/1(+0%) | (10) Made In The Woods 16/1, Made too much use of well beaten in a handicap chase at Clonmel latest; cheekpieces first time; effective up to 3m, acts on any; out of form chasing of late. Ran well for a long way in Clonmel chase 15 days ago; front-runner could go well here. |
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(8) (20/1 +0%)Celtic Crossing |
20/1(+0%) | (8) Celtic Crossing 20/1, Below form off a stiff mark down the field in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown most recent; effective 2m4f on soft; major absence to overcome. Hasn't shown a lot in maidens or handicaps and off the track 549 days; others preferred. |
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(14) (20/1 +0%)Dontdooddson |
20/1(+0%) | (14) Dontdooddson 20/1, Ran to form when well beaten in a handicap chase at Limerick latest; returning from a break; effective around 2m, acts on any but suited by good; in moderate form but could be happier back hurdling. Won at Wexford last summer but hasn't shown a great deal of form since. |
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(13) (33/1 +0%)Wild As Fire |
33/1(+0%) | (13) Wild As Fire 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Tramore latest; trainer in form; returning from a break; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by cut; exposed maiden. Veteran 0-14 under rules and was pulled up over fences at Tramore; safe to look elsewhere. |
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(19) (33/1 +0%)Ballinaboola Gold |
33/1(+0%) | (19) Ballinaboola Gold 33/1, Badly hampered early, never threatened when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Clonmel most recent; yet to show anything resembling a winning level. Some promise in last maiden run at Punchestown but yet to figure in two handicaps; reserve. |
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(7) (50/1 +0%)Ranger Billy |
50/1(+0%) | (7) Ranger Billy 50/1, Stopped quickly, below form when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Tipperary most recent; returning from long layoff; effective up to 3m on a sound surface; might need this. Last win at Fairyhouse in 2024; returns from an absence for new yard; can only be watched. |
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(15) (50/1 +0%)Eddies Pride |
50/1(+0%) | (15) Eddies Pride 50/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Limerick latest; returning from a break; effective around 3m, acts with cut; out of form and hard to fancy. 2-24 over fences; 0-22 over hurdles; chase campaign this season has yielding nothing. |
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(16) (50/1 +0%)Max Time |
50/1(+0%) | (16) Max Time 50/1, Needed run down the field in a handicap hurdle at Thurles most recent; off a short-break; enough to prove for now. Galway win in September 2024 was a flash in the pan; unplaced in 32 of his 33 starts. |
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(9) (66/1 +0%)Golden Order |
66/1(+0%) | (9) Golden Order 66/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Limerick latest; hood first time; usually held up; yet to show any ability and may need more time. Poor form in bumpers and maidens; new headgear combination; handicap debut. |

It's Time Again has an excellent record at this track including when landing this race last year, but she hasn't been seen since then and testing ground isn't ideal. YOURSIMPLYTHEBEST has to bounce back from being pulled up at Fairyhouse, but was placed on her three previous outings and will enjoy conditions. She receives plenty of weight from the leading protagonists. Dolly Watkins doesn't look harshly treated after winning well at Limerick in March. She has a leading chance albeit she wouldn't want the ground to get too attritional. Joe's Turn has the ability to go well. However, he is another returning to action off a lengthy absence, while Sock It To Me could respond to first-time cheekpieces.

Preference is for Eric McNamara's ILLTAKEHIMMYSELF, who has few miles on the clock and can improve on his handicap bow 5th at Limerick
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(4) (9/4 +10%)Celtic Queen |
9/4(+10%) | (4) Celtic Queen 9/4, Ran to form back on better ground when 11l third in a handicap hurdle at Hereford most recent run; effective at 2m on soft and good; mark has eased and can go well again. Respectable effort when 11l third on handicap debut latest; drops 3lb; each-way player.. |
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(9) (9/4 +10%)Prairie Queen |
9/4(+10%) | (9) Prairie Queen 9/4, Didn't get home upped in trip when 4 1/4l third in a handicap chase here most recent run; effective 2m-2m4f on a sound surface; generally consistent but frustrating maiden. Has been competitive from this mark on her last three starts and should be again.. |
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(1) (10/3 +5%)Monsun Climate |
10/3(+5%) | (1) Monsun Climate 10/3, Best work late when 25l third in a maiden hurdle at Taunton most recent run; since undergone a wind op; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; improvement possible now handicapping. Had wind surgery since 25l third in January; probably best watched on handicap debut.. |
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(6) (6/1 +14%)Prized Jet |
6/1(+14%) | (6) Prized Jet 6/1, Outpaced, needed further when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster last time; effective 2m6f-3m, acts on good; in moderate form since move from Ireland, needs step back up in trip. 5lb drop sees her on a handy mark and no surprise if she can take advantage.. |
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(3) (10/1 +0%)Regal Cavalier |
10/1(+0%) | (3) Regal Cavalier 10/1, Did plenty wrong, not a bad run considering when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon last time; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; chance off a reduced mark. 15.5f French Flat winner; has shown ability; handy mark if new trainer can revive him.. |
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(2) (16/1 +20%)Kates Choice |
16/1(+20%) | (2) Kates Choice 16/1, Outpaced, needed run when fourth beaten 19l in a handicap hurdle at Ludlow latest; effective 2m-2m4f; needs more. Drops in trip and that needs to elicit some improvement if she is going to break her duck.. |
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(7) (18/1 -50%)Modern Style |
18/1(-50%) | (7) Modern Style 18/1, Outpaced, needed run when down the field in a novice hurdle at Chepstow most recent; all to prove on this handicap debut but is lightly raced. Lowly mark for this handicap debut but only support would pique interest at this stage.. |
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(5) (22/1 +33%)The Padster |
22/1(+33%) | (5) The Padster 22/1, Mistakes, didn't travel, didn't enjoy track when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Windsor most recent; returning from a break; looks in need of more time. Well below par on handicap debut latest; since had wind surgery; may get competitive.. |
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(8) (33/1 +18%)Senor Diaz |
33/1(+18%) | (8) Senor Diaz 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase here latest; effective 2m-2m4f; out of form but more of a chance back hurdling. Placed in a bumper and 2m hurdle; pulled up all three starts for this trainer.. |

CELTIC QUEEN failed to threaten the progressive winner when third at Hereford on her handicap bow. However, that was an encouraging effort nonetheless and another good account seems assured given the handicapper has seen fit to drop her 3lb. Prairie Queen has been in the mix of late and could have a say in the outcome, while Regal Cavalier has switched yards and is not without hope if posting one of his better efforts.

There is potential for more from PRIZED JET who showed ability when trained in Ireland. The handicapper has given her a chance.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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(2) (5/2 +0%)Galaxy Wonder |
5/2(+0%) | (2) Galaxy Wonder 5/2, Well backed when landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; top course trainer; effective 7-10fr, best recent form on AW; ideally wants a pace to aim at. Turf winner who has a record of 3143231 on AW for current yard; key player. |
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(4) (5/2 +0%)My Ambition |
5/2(+0%) | (4) My Ambition 5/2, Ran to form beaten 1 1/2l off this mark at Lingfield last time; trainer in form; wide draw; suited by 1m, wants sound surface, preferably fast ground; mark competitive; chance on current form. Triple C&D winner who reappeared with a good second on AW last month; respected. |
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(3) (5/1 +17%)Pitney |
5/1(+17%) | (3) Pitney 5/1, Ran to form beaten 2l off this mark at Wolverhampton last time; wide draw; effective at 7-9f, acts on soft and AW; mark has been easing, and off the same as last time; outsider on turf return. Ran well at Wolverhampton last month and he's in the mix back on turf. |
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(7) (11/2 +8%)Oasis Sunrise |
11/2(+8%) | (7) Oasis Sunrise 11/2, Ran to form returning to this sphere beaten 4l in a handicap here last time; suited by 1m, acts on any; only previous career win came over C&D on firm ground last July; one to note. Record of 1-27 but her win came over C&D and she ran respectably here two weeks ago. |
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(5) (15/2 +0%)Dappled Light |
15/2(+0%) | (5) Dappled Light 15/2, Never involved again beaten 9 1/2l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; top course jockey; suited by 1m, acts on good, fast ground and AW; form has tailed off a bit since C&D win last May. C&D winner but he doesn't have a great record when fresh and this is competitive. |
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(6) (12/1 +14%)Always Fearless |
12/1(+14%) | (6) Always Fearless 12/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Wolverhampton three starts back; seventh beaten 6l off 57 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 8/9f, acts on a sound surface; disappointing last couple of times and mark looks stiff. Won at Wolverhampton last month but he's been disappointing in both subsequent runs. |
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(1) (12/1 +33%)Rating |
12/1(+33%) | (1) Rating 12/1, Below par beaten 8l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; returning from a break; effective 7-10f, acts on sound surface; ran well over C&D placing on both starts toward end of last season; return to 8f should suit. Won at Wolverhampton in December but she's been disappointing since and is now 1-24. |
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(9) (14/1 +0%)Eye Of The Water |
14/1(+0%) | (9) Eye Of The Water 14/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 3l in a classified race at Lingfield latest; off a short-break; suited by 7/8f, acts on any but suited by plenty of give; veteran making 102nd start and probably vulnerable. Plenty of decent efforts last year but his last win was in 2023; others preferred. |
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(8) (16/1 +0%)Fact Or Fable |
16/1(+0%) | (8) Fact Or Fable 16/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; below form well beaten in a handicap here latest; suited by 8f, acts on any; most recent win was over C&D here last June; veteran remains on a competitive mark. Triple C&D winner and he needs watching in market after 169 days off. |

Galaxy Wonder returned to winning ways at Wolverhampton last month and should mount a bold bid, but it may pay to side with MY AMBITION. Denis Coakley's three-time C&D winner posted a fine runner-up effort at Lingfield on his seasonal debut last month and the assessor might have been kind to leave his mark alone. Pitney lurks on an appealing figure and is another to note.

Top of the list is GALAXY WONDER who won on turf last summer and has form figures of 3143231 on AW since joining his current yard.
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Betfair Rating | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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(3) (5/2 +0%)Iamagetaway |
5/2(+0%) | (3) Iamagetaway 5/2, Stopped quickly, disappointing in a handicap chase at Punchestown latest; significant jockey booking; effective around 2m4f; form going the wrong way over fences and now back hurdling. Not much luck chasing; first run for Elliott; any market support could be significant. |
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(6) (9/2 +10%)It's Never Simple |
9/2(+10%) | (6) It's Never Simple 9/2, Went clear with ease back hurdling, improved when landing a handicap by 7l off a 13lb lower mark at Punchestown last time; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any; progressive and can go well again despite much higher mark. Chase winner bolted up over hurdles at Punchestown on heavy when last seen; 13lb higher. |
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(5) (5/1 +0%)Sky And Sand |
5/1(+0%) | (5) Sky And Sand 5/1, Ran to form but looked in need of stiffer test when seventh at Fairyhouse latest; effective up to 2m4f-3m with cut; unexposed in handicaps, may have more to offer. Gowran win on heavy; this trip will suit and every drop of rain will enhance his chance. |
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(2) (15/2 +6%)Mi Lucky Cailin |
15/2(+6%) | (2) Mi Lucky Cailin 15/2, Made too much use of when pulled up in a handicap hurdle latest; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on any; consistent until latest. Easy Thurles win in January; fourth in Listed next time; pulled up latest but this easier. |
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(9) (15/2 +6%)Low Style |
15/2(+6%) | (9) Low Style 15/2, Below form in first-time blinkers when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Thurles most recent; in good form prior; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good; needs more. Latest run at Thurles easily forgiven as went clear early and over-exerted; in the mix. |
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(12) (8/1 +0%)Johnny Cakes |
8/1(+0%) | (12) Johnny Cakes 8/1, Returned to form beaten 8l in a handicap hurdle at Naas last time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any ground; inconsistent. Just the one win to his name but has run well in defeat a couple of times lately; chance. |
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(1) (12/1 +0%)Jerk |
12/1(+0%) | (1) Jerk 12/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Fairyhouse latest; off a short-break; effective up to 3m, acts well with cut; fair mark on best form but needs to bounce back. Yard 2-5 at track last term and had 2 run really well at Aintree so worth a market check. |
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(4) (12/1 +0%)Survivors Sister |
12/1(+0%) | (4) Survivors Sister 12/1, Race may have come a bit soon when pulled up in a handicap hurdle latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f, acts with cut; progressive until latest, could bounce back. Bolted up at Limerick but pulled up at Fairyhouse; front-runner should enjoy it here. |
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(14) (12/1 +25%)Without Exception |
12/1(+25%) | (14) Without Exception 12/1, Ran to form, just flattening out late over trip that stretched him when fourth beaten 24l in a handicap hurdle at Limerick latest; effective 2m4f-2m7f, suited by cut; form in and out. Chance at his best but hold-up style of racing not sure to suit around here. |
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(10) (16/1 +0%)Lady Bluebird |
16/1(+0%) | (10) Lady Bluebird 16/1, Every chance, below form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Navan last time; blinkers first time; effective 2m4f; out of form. Down Royal mares' maiden winner in April 2024 but has struggled since; first-time blinkers. |
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(13) (16/1 +0%)Lissen To The Lady |
16/1(+0%) | (13) Lissen To The Lady 16/1, Did plenty early but failed to build on reappearance when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Clonmel most recent; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by testing ground; can go well ridden more patiently. Promising reappearance under this rider (on for all 7 wins) at Naas before lesser effort. |
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(7) (25/1 +0%)Bobbysingindablues |
25/1(+0%) | (7) Bobbysingindablues 25/1, Outpaced, ran to form but outclassed when well beaten in a novice hurdle at Galway latest; returning from long layoff; effective 2m-2m5f on a sound surface; might need this. Modest form but best run came in 2m1f maiden on this card last year; handicap debut. |
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(8) (33/1 +0%)Free Flowing |
33/1(+0%) | (8) Free Flowing 33/1, Mistakes, disappointing chase debut when comfortably held in a beginners' chase at Clonmel last time; blinkers first time; effective 2m, acts with cut; return to hurdles in his favour. Galway maiden hurdle winner in 2023 on soft but poor form since returning from break. |
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(11) (33/1 +0%)Brave Crogha |
33/1(+0%) | (11) Brave Crogha 33/1, Outpaced, continued in poor form when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Galway most recent; effective 2m, acts on good; yet to build on promising debut over hurdles. Shock 200-1 winner of Galway bumper in August 2024; completely out of form in 2025. |

IT'S NEVER SIMPLE received a hefty hike from the handicapper, but he was an easy winner when last seen at Punchestown and could follow up in this company. Mi Lucky Cailin was pulled up in a higher grade at Fairyhouse, but notably she has form in the book behind the top-class Zanoosh and a big run here wouldn't be surprising. Sky And Sand was a beaten favourite at Fairyhouse but would be a danger if getting back to the form of his Gowran Park victory on penultimate start. Without Exception is one that could outrun his odds off a light weight as conditions will be right up his street.

The vote goes to SKY AND SAND, who relished heavy at Gowran last month and should have conditions in his favour here
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(3) (5/4 +17%)Dunstall Star |
5/4(+17%) | (3) Dunstall Star 5/4, Some promise on debut albeit well beaten in a bumper at Wincanton only start; off a short-break; should improve and has a good chance in a weak race here. Hinted at promise when sixth in bumper at Wincanton in January; must enter calculations. |
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(6) (6/4 +0%)Show Your Hand |
6/4(+0%) | (6) Show Your Hand 6/4, Moderate debut when well beaten in a bumper at Newbury only start; tongue-tie first time; this is easier than debut and should improve. Some promise when 17th in Newbury bumper, prominent to 3f out; could take big step forward. |
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(1) (12/1 +14%)Country Pursuits |
12/1(+14%) | (1) Country Pursuits 12/1, Similarly poor level to debut when well beaten in a bumper at Warwick latest; tongue-tie first time; all to prove for now but is from a good yard. Has offered little in a pair of bumpers at Doncaster and Warwick this year. |
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(5) (25/1 -14%)Roxy Rocks |
25/1(-14%) | (5) Roxy Rocks 25/1, Poor debut beaten 52l fourth in a bumper at Taunton first-time out; major improvement needed. Remote fourth in Taunton bumper on her debut; she needs to take a big step forward. |

DUNSTALL STAR will have benefitted from his introduction at Wincanton. He showed up well before floundering close home in the testing conditions and this faster going could see the son of Telescope in a better light. Show Your Hand faced a tougher assignment at Newbury on debut. David Pipe's charge could fare much better at this level, while La Bamba Chica is a newcomer worthy of a second glance.

Little form to go on but David Pipe's SHOW YOUR HAND is taken to build on the promise of his Newbury bumper debut and emerge on top here
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(5) (9/4 -13%)Eutropia |
9/4(-13%) | (5) Eutropia 9/4, Scored by 1 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark over 10f at Lingfield penultimate start; best work late down in trip third beaten 2l off 56 last time over 8.5f, same mark here; wide draw; effective 7-12f, acts on AW; one to note with a further drop back to 8f. In good form on AW for new yard and she's respected back on turf. |
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(3) (4/1 +20%)Ajrad |
4/1(+20%) | (3) Ajrad 4/1, Probably needed race beaten 7 1/2l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; usually held up; effective 7/8f, acts on any; below form of late but down to a fair mark now and a C&D winner off this rating in September. Back on last winning mark but he needs a major revival back on turf; cheekpieces removed. |
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(2) (4/1 +11%)Annexation |
4/1(+11%) | (2) Annexation 4/1, Ran to form beaten 2 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; top course trainer; effective around 10f, acts on sound surface; handicapper relenting and should be competitive again. Showed signs of a revival at Wolverhampton and has claims if he can build on that. |
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(8) (4/1 +11%)Too Much Trevor |
4/1(+11%) | (8) Too Much Trevor 4/1, Below form beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap at Ffos Las last time; in good form prior, including a couple of decent efforts over C&D; effective 7-8f, acts on good to soft, good and good to firm; frustrating maiden. 27-race maiden and he looks opposable back from 201 days off. |
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(1) (15/2 +0%)Study Up |
15/2(+0%) | (1) Study Up 15/2, Below par beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Southwell last time; effective at 6-9f, acts on good, good to firm and AW; best form has probably been on turf and can go well again on first start back on grass. 5yo who has not progressed and has form figures of 839837 in handicaps; down the list. |
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(7) (10/1 -11%)Judge Frank |
10/1(-11%) | (7) Judge Frank 10/1, Made too much use of beaten 8l in a handicap here last time; effective 7/8f, suited by a sound surface; was second over C&D on fast ground five starts back and could bounce back in these conditions. Both wins were in 2024 and was well held on reappearance over C&D 12 days ago. |
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(6) (16/1 +0%)Havana Tobouggaloo |
16/1(+0%) | (6) Havana Tobouggaloo 16/1, Another one who was too slow away down the field in a handicap dropped to 8f at Kempton most recent; wide draw; effective at 8-10f, acts on good to firm; fair mark if bouncing back over this trip again. Seven-race maiden and she needs improvement on return for new trainer. |
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(4) (20/1 -11%)Kev |
20/1(-11%) | (4) Kev 20/1, Appeared not to stay down the field in a handicap at Lingfield most recent; visor first time; off a short-break; effective at 7f, acts on AW; plenty to prove attempting 8f again on first turf start. Six-race maiden who has struggled in his three handicaps; lots to prove with visor added. |
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(9) (25/1 +11%)Weston Court |
25/1(+11%) | (9) Weston Court 25/1, Beaten 7l in a handicap at Kempton last time; off a short-break; suited by 8f, acts best on fast ground; former C&D winners, but has been generally out of form lately, including finishing 25l last 11 here in September. Dual turf winner who is on a dangerous mark back in this sphere; needs watching market. |

Eutropia hasn't finished outside the top three in each of her last five outings and is likely to be thereabouts once again. Course winner Annexation is one to watch, but the vote goes to STUDY UP. The son of Due Diligence finished third at Wolverhampton prior to pulling his chance away at Southwell last time, but he was kindly dropped 2lb for that effort and could prove hard to beat.

4yo filly EUTROPIA has done well on AW for her new yard and is a big player if she can continue the good work back on turf.
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(4) (11/10 +0%)Mike Des Mottes |
11/10(+0%) | (4) Mike Des Mottes 11/10, Some promise on debut 5l fourth in a 4yo bumper at Leopardstown; effective at 2m with cut; improvement likely and the one to beat here. Good fourth on debut; the one to beat with some experience under his belt. |

A bumper where a market check is essential with so many newcomers. MIKE DES MOTTES was backed down to 4/1 for his debut in a Leopardstown bumper and ran a creditable race in fourth. That experience should stand to him and his sire was more than adept on testing ground during his racing career. Order Of St George gelding Stanger represents Henry de Bromhead and John Gleeson, so is one to seriously consider on his debut. Terence O'Brien's Ballyadam Star is related to several multiple winners and commands respect, while Senorita Diana may prove to be the pick of Pat Fahy's pair.

Terence O'Brien has sent out four winners from 10 bumper runners this season and his 60,000euros purchase BALLYADAM STAR should go well
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