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There are 51 Races Today across 7 meetings. There are 7 races at Newcastle, 8 races at Curragh, 7 races at York, 8 races at Chester, 7 races at Windsor, 7 races at Chepstow, 7 races at Lingfield, use Tomform to help you find a winner.

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13:20 York (Class 2) 6f - 11 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (6/4 +20%) Casino Star	1.5 6/4(+20%)	(5) Casino Star 6/4, Best work late, promising debut when runner-up beaten 3l in a maiden at Hamilton only start; effective 6f on good to soft; good chance here granted normal progress. Showed signs of inexperience on his way to finishing second of five in Hamilton maiden (6f, good to soft) won by colt who franked the form by subsequently running very well in the Coventry; warrants respect with progress on the cards..
10	10 (10) (7/2 +78%) Washington Royale	3.5 7/2(+78%)	(10) Washington Royale 7/2, 12 Mar; Washington Dc colt; half-brother to Sakhee's Return, very useful at 7f; worth a market check on debut. Washington DC half-brother to seven winners, mostly for his connections and broadly improving with experience; very likely to need this first outing..
1	1 (1) (7/2 +42%) Furturra	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(1) Furturra 7/2, Improved again, scored with plenty in hand when winning a novice at Redcar by 5l last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good; in good form but is conceding weight all round. Proving a tough sort; performing well in sellers, including over C\u0026D, prior to easily justifying favouritism in novice contest at Redcar (6f, good) last Saturday; likely to remain competitive even with 4lb penalty..
6	6 (6) (5/1 -43%) Mezzo Forte	5 5/1(-43%)	(6) Mezzo Forte 5/1, 25 Jan; Wootton Bassett colt; dam very smart at 6/7f as a 2yo, winning at Group 3 level; top course jockey/trainer combination; very much respected on debut. Newcomer by Wootton Bassett and first foal of a 6f/7f 2yo winner (including Group 3; RPR 99); attractively bred and represents major stable; interesting contender, especially if the betting speaks favourably..
8	8 (8) (15/2 -114%) Sirocco Sands	7.5 15/2(-114%)	(8) Sirocco Sands 15/2, Confirmed debut level when fourth beaten 2 1/4l in a maiden at the Curragh latest; effective 5/6f on soft and good to yielding; could have more to come still. Irish colt who has made the frame in both starts, latest at the Curragh (6f, good to yielding) where he fared best of the near-side runners; first two in that race subsequently dipped their toes into Royal Ascot waters; solid claims..
9	9 (9) (8/1 -33%) Sue's Last Chance	8 8/1(-33%)	(9) Sue's Last Chance 8/1, Improved on debut beaten 3l in a maiden here last time; effective 6f on good; looks to want 7f, could still go well. Has shown promise in a couple of C\u0026D contests on good ground, despite being a 22-1 shot both times; finished fifth to a smart prospect latest, taking a step forward on the figures; in the mix..
4	4 (4) (22/1 -100%) Cagney	22 22/1(-100%)	(4) Cagney 22/1, 10 Apr; £65,000 Earthlight colt; half-brother to Admiral Rooke, useful at 6f; dam smart at 6f as a 2yo; yard does well with juvenile runners here, can go well 28,000euros foal, £65,000 yearling; Earthlight half-brother to four winners, notably Amica Nostra (French 1m2f including Listed; RPR 102); dam 7f/1m scorer (81), out of 6f 2yo Listed winner; heed the market signals..
11	11 (11) (100/1 -52%) Yorkshire Dream	100 100/1(-52%)	(11) Yorkshire Dream 100/1, Below debut level well beaten in a novice at Carlisle latest; effective 5f on good to firm; improvement needed. Has a poor chance on his 5f form and is one of a few runners who'll find nurseries a better fit..
7	7 (7) (125/1 -150%) Rbflying	125 125/1(-150%)	(7) Rbflying 125/1, Confirmed debut level beaten 8 1/2l in a maiden at Hamilton last time; could do better now up to 6f. Holds weak claims on his 5f efforts and should find nurseries more suitable soon..
2	2 (2) (150/1 -127%) Aodhan	150 150/1(-127%)	(2) Aodhan 150/1, Found little, maybe needed run well beaten in a novice at Redcar only start; should do better in time. Only eighth of nine in the Redcar event won by Furturra; needs to leave that debut effort well behind..
3	3 (3) (150/1 -88%) Bigalo	150 150/1(-88%)	(3) Bigalo 150/1, Bit below debut level beaten 10l in a novice at Ripon last time; major improvement needed. Has plenty to find on his two efforts and may find life easier in nurseries in the near future..

LTO Selection:

Furturra may prove vulnerable under a 4lb penalty for winning at Redcar. The Irish challenger and Curragh fourth Sirocco Sands makes more appeal, but a chance is taken on CASINO STAR. The son of Cotai Glory found one too good at Hamilton on debut, but that form can be marked up given the winner has since finished a close third in the Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot and Karl Burke's charge is taken to go one better in this.

13:20 York (Class 2) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:40 Newcastle (Class 2) 7f - 14 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (3/1 +70%) Bobby Bennu	3 3/1(+70%)	(7) Bobby Bennu 3/1, Best work late, ran to form beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Chester last time; trainer in form; suited by 7f and a sound surface; competitively weighted still. Winless last season but ran some promising races and did likewise when fourth on his reappearance at Chester (7f, good; Supido third), having been dropped in from a wide draw; continues to drop down the weights; chance..
14	14 (14) (9/2 +36%) Caviar Cowboy	4.5 9/2(+36%)	(14) Caviar Cowboy 9/2, Scored by 2 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark at Lingfield penultimate start; ran to form, possibly hit the front a bit soon second beaten 1/2l off 82 last time, 3lb higher here; effective at 7f, acts on AW; big, attractive colt, chance once again. Unexposed 3yo; won well at Lingfield (7f, AW) in April and then bumped into a useful rival at Kempton last month; 4lb higher and up in class but still has some untapped potential..
5	5 (5) (7/1 +36%) Yorkshire	7 7/1(+36%)	(5) Yorkshire 7/1, Ran well to a point but needed the outing beaten 6l in a handicap at Ascot last time; effective 7f, best on AW but acts on good to firm, good; back below last winning mark, return to AW a plus. Four wins and a second from his seven AW runs; stiff task in the Victoria Cup on his return from 287 days off; hopes pinned on the return to AW sparking a full revival..
3	3 (3) (7/1 -17%) Supido	7 7/1(-17%)	(3) Supido 7/1, Scored by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Chester penultimate start; conceded first run, ran to form third beaten 1 1/4l off 94 last time, same mark here; significant jockey booking; effective 7/8f, acts on good to soft and good; can go well again, but more needed off this mark. Good effort to win a 7.6f handicap at Chester on his reappearance and he ran to a similar level when third back there (7f) four weeks ago; today's stiffer test at the trip will suit and he has shown promise on AW..
9	9 (9) (9/1 +10%) Tremolo	9 9/1(+10%)	(9) Tremolo 9/1, Ran to current level beaten 1 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; returning from long layoff; usually held up; effective 7-8f, suited by AW; steadily progressive last summer, may just need this. Found a jolt of improvement last summer, winning handicaps at Kempton (7f) and Southwell (1m) before a good third here (1m) in his hat-trick bid 310 days ago; absent since but he should have more to offer after just eight starts; betting instructive..
2	2 (2) (10/1 +70%) Witch Hunter	10 10/1(+70%)	(2) Witch Hunter 10/1, No obvious excuse beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap at Ascot last time; wide draw; effective 7f/1m, acts on soft, fast ground and AW; long been a smart performer, not at best of late though. Now 5lb lower than for his 1m win here in January and there have been excuses for several of his defeats since; plausible outsider..
11	11 (11) (11/1 +21%) Sergeant Wilko	11 11/1(+21%)	(11) Sergeant Wilko 11/1, Ran to form, good attitude beaten a head off a 2lb lower mark at Thirsk last time; enjoys making it; wide draw; suited by 6/7f, acts on good, AW and likes give; chance if building on latest. Winless since his productive 2024 campaign; upped to 7f at Thirsk six weeks ago and put in a good front-running shift, picked off close home by the reopposing Brighton Boy; 3lb better off today but it won't be easy trying to boss this field..
4	4 (4) (12/1 +14%) Nikovo	12 12/1(+14%)	(4) Nikovo 12/1, Bit too much to do but ran to form beaten 3/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Redcar last time; effective 7/8f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; generally in good form, races off higher AW mark. Well suited by conditions and his last-gasp C\u0026D win in March came off just 2lb lower; creditable efforts off his lower turf mark more recently; may find a few of his younger rivals better treated..
13	13 (13) (14/1 +30%) Sir Albert	14 14/1(+30%)	(13) Sir Albert 14/1, Poorly placed in race dominated from front but ran to form beaten 4l in a handicap at Chester last time; suited by 7f, acts on heavy, good and all-weather; progressive in nurseries last term, fair mark if building on latest. Three wins as a 2yo; encouraging return to action at Lingfield in February but neither handicap run since suggests he is the answer today..
1	1 (1) (16/1 +43%) Room Service	16 16/1(+43%)	(1) Room Service 16/1, Bit too keen before the race beaten 3 1/4l in Guisborough Stakes (Listed) at Redcar last time; blinkers first time; returning from long layoff; suited by 7f, acts on any, may need give at 6f; form has tailed off. Group placed over 7f last June but not so good afterwards in 2025; sold out of Kevin Ryan's yard for 72,000gns and gelded since last run; wears first-time tongue-tie and blinkers; stiff task on stable/seasonal debut..
12	12 (12) (22/1 +0%) Brighton Boy	22 22/1(+0%)	(12) Brighton Boy 22/1, Scored by a head off a 5lb lower mark at Thirsk three starts back; ran to form, did plenty early and set it up for closer sixth beaten 4l off 86 last time, same mark here; effective 6/7f, acts on soft, good to soft and good; can go well again. Led late when beating Sergeant Wilko at Thirsk last month and he had a few of today's rivals in behind when second at Chester four weeks ago; another solid effort at York a fortnight ago but he has to prove his effectiveness on AW..
8	8 (8) (22/1 +33%) Korker	22 22/1(+33%)	(8) Korker 22/1, Yard won this last year; too much to do from poor draw ridden to see out the trip beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Chester last time; usually held up; effective 5/6f, acts on any ground; well handicapped but so often blows chance at the stalls. Slow starter; on a long losing run; creditable effort at Chester four weeks ago but this stiff 7f isn't sure to suit..
6	6 (6) (33/1 -18%) Rajeko	33 33/1(-18%)	(6) Rajeko 33/1, Continued in poor form down the field in a handicap at Meydan most recent; returning from a break; effective 1m, acts on AW and fast ground; formerly useful, plenty to prove on return from Dubai. Only had three runs in the last 15 months and he hasn't beaten a rival in any of them; drops back in trip having been gelded; risky..
10	10 (10) (50/1 -52%) Metal Merchant	50 50/1(-52%)	(10) Metal Merchant 50/1, No obvious excuse down the field in a handicap at Goodwood most recent; best at 8f, acts on good to soft and good to firm; back below last winning mark but had issues and form has tailed off. Smart handicap form for Jack Channon in 2024; well beaten in two runs last year and no sign of a revival in two runs for Brian Toomey this year; starts out for John Butler off a much-reduced mark; worth a market check..

LTO Selection:

James Fanshawe has his string in good order and the unexposed CAVIAR COWBOY looks one to keep the right side of. The son of Zoustar scored at Lingfield in April and finished clear of the rest when runner-up to the useful Lord Britain, now rated 100, at Kempton last time. Bobby Bennu will be sharper for last month's reappearance and is a threat off his current mark, while Supido has been in fine form at Chester and could be in the mix.

13:40 Newcastle (Class 2) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:45 Curragh 7f - 8 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds
3	3 (3) (4/7 +14%) Giant Sequoia	0.571429 4/7(+14%)	(3) Giant Sequoia 4/7, Yard won this last year; promising effort but below market expectations third beaten 3 1/4l in a maiden here debut; top course jockey/trainer combination; bred to be suited by middle distances; well fancied on debut, should be capable of much better, likely to be winning soon. Well-bred sort was made 4-9 favourite on debut over C\u0026D but couldn't get to grips with a stablemate and Bull Shark; however, will surely be sharper with that run behind him and should take the beating today with Moore staying aboard..
4	4 (4) (4/1 +33%) Oklahoma	4 4/1(+33%)	(4) Oklahoma 4/1, Yard won this last year; 6 Apr; Wootton Bassett colt; full-brother to Hawk Mountain, high-class from 8f (at 2yo) to 11f; dam top-class at 12f and a multiple Group 1 winner for this yard; top course trainer; no forlorn stable second string. Fifth foal; brother to 1m/1m1f winner Hawk Mountain (inc 2yo Futurity Group 1; RPR 119), half-brother to winners Wingspan (1m/9.4f inc Listed; 114) and Officer (7f 2yo/1m Listed; 112); dam 7f-1m4f winner (inc 2yo/dual Group 1; 119); superbly-bred colt looks the yard second-string but still respected..
1	1 (1) (7/1 -8%) Bull Shark	7 7/1(-8%)	(1) Bull Shark 7/1, Made too much use of down the field in Coventry Stakes (Group 2) at Ascot most recent; effective 5f/6f, acts heavy and good, sound surfaces will suit action; still a maiden but remains a very useful sprint prospect. Has run respectably in four maidens with best effort a second to a highly-regarded Ballydoyle colt over C\u0026D; well beaten in the 6f Coventry Stakes since but can do better back to this trip..
5	5 (5) (8/1 -14%) Shakespeare	8 8/1(-14%)	(5) Shakespeare 8/1, Yard won this last year; 9 Feb; 1,300,000gns Dubawi colt; dam top-class at 8f and a Group 1 winner; top course trainer; doesn't look stable first string. Second foal; dam 7f-1m2f winner (inc AW/Group 1; RPR 120), half-sister to winners Speak In Colours (6f Group 2) and Pretty In Grey (useful 7f/1m); by a legendary sire and made 1,300,000gns as a yearling; seems yard third-string on debut but likely can run with promise..
6	6 (6) (14/1 -17%) Venetian Power	14 14/1(-17%)	(6) Venetian Power 14/1, 17 Apr; St Mark's Basilica colt; half-brother to Powerful Hook Head, useful from 9f to 16f; dam smart from 6fto 7f (at 2yo) and highly tried in Germany; top trainer; watch betting. Fourth foal; half-brother to 10.6f AW winner Powerful Hook Head (RPR 84); dam German 6.5f 2yo winner (87), half-sister to winners Beauty Crescent (6f 2yo Listed) and Worship (useful 6f 2yo); nicely-bred sort has the credentials to run well on debut, so check the market..
2	2 (2) (18/1 +28%) Darivan	18 18/1(+28%)	(2) Darivan 18/1, Colt by high-class middle-distance performer Zarak; dam high-class middle-distance performer Dariyma; probably effective 7f; looks stable second string on jockey bookings. Second foal; dam French 1m2f/10.5f winner (inc Listed; RPR 109), half-sister to useful 1m3f winner Deremah, out of 1m 2yo winning half-sister to French Derby winner Darsi; nicely bred but will appreciate further in time and likely to improve from this..
8	8 (8) (20/1 +0%) Yellow Sky	20 20/1(+0%)	(8) Yellow Sky 20/1, 4 May; 140,000 euros Night Of Thunder colt; half-brother to Cinammon Coco, useful at 12f; trainer in form; faces stiff task. Second foal; half-brother to 1m4f AW (RPR 80) and 2m1f hurdle winner Cinnamon Coco; dam unraced sister to 7f Group 3 winner Talaayeb; by a leading sire and cost E140,000 as a yearling; seems yard's first-string on jockey bookings and can run well..
7	7 (7) (125/1 0%) Winnie's Wish	125 125/1(0%)	(7) Winnie's Wish 125/1, Looked in need of stiffer test down the field in a maiden here most recent; sire useful 6f/7f, related to 7f/10f winners; longer trip a plus but plenty to find. Soundly beaten in two maidens and will be of more interest when tackling handicaps..

LTO Selection:

GIANT SEQUOIA finished behind Bull Shark over C&D, but should benefit considerably from that experience and can turn the form around. By Frankel and out of Oaks runner-up Pink Dogwood, he was beaten at short odds on debut but finished his race off notably well. Bull Shark is capable, but had prior experience ahead of the aforementioned maiden and was well held in the Coventry Stakes last week. Ballydoyle second string Oklahoma has a top pedigree, while Venetian Power is out of a winning half-sister to a juvenile Listed winner.

13:45 Curragh 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:55 York (Class 3) 7f - 14 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (9/4 +74%) Frankies Dream	2.25 9/4(+74%)	(7) Frankies Dream 9/4, Ran to form, hit the line well beaten 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark here last time; effective 7-9f, acts on a sound surface; chance if building on latest although drop to 1m not sure to suit. Strike-rate is 6-26; soon in a consistent vein of form this term and was beaten only half a length by the market leader in York event (1m1f, good) most recently, taking record at this venue to 512; solid..
13	13 (13) (5/1 +29%) Golden Strike	5 5/1(+29%)	(13) Golden Strike 5/1, Improved, hit the line well landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark here last time; effective 6/7f, acts on soft, good and AW; can go well again off fair mark. Record of 4-15 overall and 2-5 since wearing visor; campaigned exclusively over shorter but the manner of his half-length success in big field at York (7f, good) last time suggests this new trip is worth exploring; enters calculations in the retained headgear..
4	4 (4) (11/2 +31%) Wild Nature	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(4) Wild Nature 11/2, Below form on return 9l third in a handicap at Musselburgh most recent run; significant jockey booking; suited by 7/8f, acted on sound surface; entitled to come on for latest. Record of 2-3 on Kempton AW; 0-8 on turf but has been placed in half of those runs, most recently at Musselburgh on seasonal debut; could go well with Oisin Murphy up for first time..
8	8 (8) (11/2 +39%) Andesite	5.5 11/2(+39%)	(8) Andesite 11/2, Bit keen, ran to form beaten 2l off a 1lb lower mark here last time; usually held up; wide draw; effective 6/7f, acts on a sound surface; in form, can go well again. Rather quirky sort who has become a slow-starter and is 0-12 since a successful debut at the 2024 York Dante meeting but is threatening to double his tally; met traffic issues on his way to a very notable effort at this venue (7f, good) most recently, beating all bar a handicap snip who remains unbeaten and looks a Group performer in the making; shaped as if this second attempt over 1m is well worth exploring; highly respected..
15	15 (15) (11/1 +8%) Blue To Blue	11 11/1(+8%)	(15) Blue To Blue 11/1, Bit below form beaten 6l in a handicap at Carlisle last time; wide draw; suited by 7/8f and sound surface; bounce back needed. Scored three times last term for previous yard; below par in latest outing but ran well at Haydock (1m) earlier in May; this 3yo looks a possible danger off a favourable weight, provided he bounces back..
12	12 (12) (11/1 -120%) Zennor Storm	11 11/1(-120%)	(12) Zennor Storm 11/1, Yard won this last year; again failed to beat a rival beaten 6l in a handicap at Newbury last time; top course jockey/trainer combination; effective 7f/8f, acts on AW; now finished last in two turf starts. Two from two as a 2yo, both starts on Kempton AW; has finished last in a couple of turf handicaps this season but a subsequent gelding operation may prompt a turnaround and he represents a major trainer whose last two York runners, both in competitive races two Saturdays ago, were successful; by no means written off..
16	16 (16) (11/1 -38%) Delinquent	11 11/1(-38%)	(16) Delinquent 11/1, Ran to form when fifth beaten 6l off 77 last time, same mark here; stays 7/8f, acts on fast ground and AW; can go well again. In-form 3yo who is 2-6 since handicapping; fitted with cheekpieces in last two starts, winning at Hamilton then creditable fifth in notable event at Carlisle, both over 1m; likely player off bottom weight in the retained headgear..
1	1 (1) (14/1 +58%) Wahdan	14 14/1(+58%)	(1) Wahdan 14/1, Bit keen, couldn't get into it from off pace beaten 6l in a handicap here last time; effective 7-10f; drop in trip might help. Record of 1-5 in France then 0-7 in Ireland; midfield in York handicap (1m2f) on stable/seasonal debut when the 150-1 rank outsider; perhaps best watched unless the market signals go the other way..
14	14 (14) (16/1 +0%) Tailgunner Joe	16 16/1(+0%)	(14) Tailgunner Joe 16/1, Again below form well beaten in a handicap at Epsom latest; wide draw; effective 7-9f, acts on soft and fast ground; mark easing, needs more. Has failed to convince over 1m2f since returning to home soil; gelded prior to latest start; 1m winner during his campaign at Meydan and the return to this distance looks the angle with him..
5	5 (5) (18/1 +10%) Sujet	18 18/1(+10%)	(5) Sujet 18/1, Again below form beaten 9l in a handicap here last time; effective 7-9f on soft and good; step back up to 1m may suit. Ran encouragingly in first couple of starts for new stable but has posted two duck eggs kept to 7f since, latest in competitive field at York; doesn't look as if he's about to add to his Irish wins..
9	9 (9) (22/1 -38%) Cadarn	22 22/1(-38%)	(9) Cadarn 22/1, Didn't stay up to 10f when down the field in a handicap here most recent; suited by 7/8f on fast ground and AW; drop in trip a plus here. Record at Redcar comprises his two wins for previous yard and best effort for new stable; York form comprises poor efforts in this race last year and in latest outing; something to prove..
2	2 (2) (28/1 -27%) Darkness	28 28/1(-27%)	(2) Darkness 28/1, Never in it from off the pace beaten 6l in a handicap here last time; suited by 7f, acts on any; needs more. Has won over 1m but raced mainly at 7f; not solid on 2026 form and he came up short when a 50-1 shot in big field at York most recently; opposed in another competitive race, back up in trip..
10	10 (10) (66/1 -164%) Wreck It Ryley	66 66/1(-164%)	(10) Wreck It Ryley 66/1, Found little, below form upped to 7f when eighth beaten 13l off 80 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 6/7f, acts on any; remains 6lb above last win mark. Raced exclusively at shorter, gaining most wins over 6f; looks likely to be outstayed and outclassed upped in trip/grade..
11	11 (11) (80/1 -220%) Eligible	80 80/1(-220%)	(11) Eligible 80/1, Couldn't get into it from off the pace beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; effective 7/8f, acts on any; down to a fair mark, step back up in trip a plus. Veteran who has a better strike-rate on AW than on turf and hasn't prevailed in this sphere since York success three years ago; midfield when the 125-1 rank outsider back here last time..

LTO Selection:

Disappointing so far this year, ZENNOR STORM has been gelded since last in action. He looked a useful prospect last term, when winning both starts on the all-weather, and it would be no surprise if William Haggas' three-year-old bounced back to form. Delinquent found life tough in a higher grade last time having won nicely at Hamilton before that, while Frankies Dream has been threatening to resume winning ways and could have a say if building on his recent close second at the track.

13:55 York (Class 3) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:02 Chester (Class 4) 6f - 6 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (11/10 +37%) Stardom Glory	1.1 11/10(+37%)	(3) Stardom Glory 11/10, To form of debut when second beaten 2l in a maiden at York latest; effective 6f on good; decent chance in this. Runner-up in two 6f contests at York (good), last time finishing 2l behind an odds-on Godolphin newcomer; plum draw; sets the standard..
4	4 (4) (6/4 +20%) The Dancing Pirate	1.5 6/4(+20%)	(4) The Dancing Pirate 6/4, Ran to form when fourth beaten 1 1/2l in a 2yo race at Beverley latest; top course trainer; effective 5f, acts on fast ground which will suit action; should improve a bit. Similar level of form when fourth in a Newmarket novice (5f, good to firm; 15-8 favourite) and in a conditions event at Beverley (5f, good to firm); may improve for the step up to 6f..
1	1 (1) (5/1 -11%) Deputy Vice	5 5/1(-11%)	(1) Deputy Vice 5/1, Below form of first run when fourth beaten 6l in a novice at Carlisle latest; effective 6f on good; should build on debut though and chance here if putting last run behind. Had the best draw when third in a C\u0026D novice on debut (good; 11-1); didn't run as well when last of four on softer ground at Carlisle next time; a possible but not ideally drawn..
2	2 (2) (14/1 -100%) Dreamlover	14 14/1(-100%)	(2) Dreamlover 14/1, Fair effort 3 1/2l fourth in a novice at Southwell first-time out; blinkers first time; trainer in form; off a short-break; sprint-bred; should make normal improvement. Gelding by Cotai Glory; fair fourth in a Southwell novice on debut (5f, 13-8 favourite); has since been gelded and is should improve as a result..
5	5 (5) (16/1 +0%) Walt	16 16/1(+0%)	(5) Walt 16/1, Didn't show much on debut well beaten in a novice at Haydock only start; cheekpieces first time; could go better if ridden off the pace. Cost 82,000gns at the breeze-up; well beaten fifth of six in a Haydock novice on last month's debut (6f, soft 13-2); needs to improve on this faster ground..
6	6 (6) (150/1 -88%) Trust Havana	150 150/1(-88%)	(6) Trust Havana 150/1, Kept to form of first run well beaten in a novice here latest; speedily-bred though and could do better on third start. Filly by Havana Grey who has been well beaten in two C\u0026D novice events (good, good to soft); others stronger..

LTO Selection:

STARDOM GLORY brings solid form to the table having found only one too good at York in both starts so far. The son of Starspangledbanner came up against a Godolphin hotpot last time and should find life easier in this company. The Dancing Pirate posted an improved effort at Beverley and this extra yardage may bring further progress, while Deputy Vice is not totally discounted on last month's debut third here.

14:02 Chester (Class 4) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:10 Newcastle (Class 1) 6f - 11 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (5/2 +44%) Diligent Harry	2.5 5/2(+44%)	(3) Diligent Harry 5/2, Won this last year; probably too keen in front but close to best when fourth beaten 2l in Minster Stakes (Group 2) at York latest; effective at 5/6f, likes a sound surface, versatile tactics-wise; in excellent form and claims obvious. Made all to win the corresponding race 12 months ago; 2-2 on AW this year and he has performed with credit in Group 3/2 company on turf on his last two starts; should be in the thick of it again..
9	9 (9) (5/1 +9%) Symbol Of Honour	5 5/1(+9%)	(9) Symbol Of Honour 5/1, Below form back up in class beaten 5l in Nad Al Sheba Turf Sprint (Group 3) at Meydan last time; returning from a break; effective 6f, acts on good to firm, good; Group 2 winner last year, threat if fit on return from Dubai. Useful on turf, recording peak RPR when landing a Group 2 at Haydock (6f, good) last May; not at his best in two runs in Dubai this winter; switch to AW shouldn't be an issue and he has the ability to feature..
7	7 (7) (6/1 +63%) Paborus	6 6/1(+63%)	(7) Paborus 6/1, Caught a bit far back and ran about to form 1 1/2l third in Criterion Stakes (Group 3) at York most recent run; returning from long layoff; suited by 7f, acts on any; may still be progressing. Ended 2024 with a runaway win in a 7f handicap at Southwell; created another big impression when winning a conditions event at Thirsk (7f, good) on last season's reappearance and he was a good third of eight upped to Group 3 company when last seen a year ago; drops to 6f for the first time but this strong traveller should have the pace to cope; still has potential..
1	1 (1) (6/1 -20%) Marvelman	6 6/1(-20%)	(1) Marvelman 6/1, Bit below form beaten 6 1/4l in Turf Sprint (Group 2) at Riyadh last time; returning from a break; suited by 7f, acts on any; Group 2 winner last term, may find this on the sharp side on return and carries penalty. 1-1 on AW, namely a 7f novice a Kempton last March; recorded a big personal best when winning the Group 2 Park Stakes at Doncaster (7f, soft) and his two defeats since have been excusable; tough task trying to give weight away back sprinting after 133 days off..
10	10 (10) (13/2 -44%) Wiltshire	6.5 13/2(-44%)	(10) Wiltshire 13/2, Yard has won 3 of last 5 runnings of race; never threatened on turf return beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap at Newbury last time; in good form prior; trainer in form; usually held up; effective 6/7f on soft, good to soft and AW, should handle faster ground; return to this venue a plus. Had wind surgery prior to an impressive performance over C\u0026D on Good Friday; struggled in a Newbury handicap six weeks ago; stable sent out the winner of this race in 2022, 2023 and 2024; work to do at this level..
8	8 (8) (10/1 +0%) Poet Master	10 10/1(+0%)	(8) Poet Master 10/1, Enjoyed the soft ground and better effort 2 1/2l third in Tattenham Corner Stakes (Group 3) at Epsom most recent run; best at 7f, acts on most ground, likes give; form going the right way. Won a Group 2 in Ireland in July 2024; not added to that success since but he has run well in two of his three starts this time round, latterly finishing third of eight in a Group 3 at Epsom (7f, good to soft); drops in trip for his AW debut..
6	6 (6) (14/1 -56%) Noble Champion	14 14/1(-56%)	(6) Noble Champion 14/1, Needed run, likely didn't handle the soft ground comfortably held in Prix du Palais-Royal (Group 3) at Longchamp last time; top course jockey; effective 7f, acts on AW, fast ground; 2025 Jersey winner is very difficult to rate accurately. 7f AW win as a 2yo; enjoyed his finest hour when winning the Jersey Stakes at Royal Ascot (7f, good to firm) 12 months ago; only seen twice since, pulling up at Goodwood last July and then finishing a remote last of five in a French Group 3 (soft ground) last month; not solid but he'll be a danger to all if back near that Jersey Stakes form..
4	4 (4) (16/1 -33%) Ferrous	16 16/1(-33%)	(4) Ferrous 16/1, Every chance, ran to form down in trip beaten 7l in a handicap here last time; off a short-break; suited by 6f, seems to get 7f, acts on any; consistent C&D winner, vulnerable at this level. Third to Diligent Harry in this race 12 months ago; four creditable runs on AW earlier in the year but others bring more pressing claims..
11	11 (11) (25/1 -39%) Zoum Zoum	25 25/1(-39%)	(11) Zoum Zoum 25/1, Poor effort on return down the field in Cathedral Stakes (Listed) at Salisbury most recent; effective 6/7f, acts on any, disproportionate number of best runs on soft and heavy; may need an easy surface to return to form. Ran poorly on his reappearance at Salisbury (6f, good) five weeks ago; best efforts give him a squeak and he is effective on AW but others appeal more for win purposes..
5	5 (5) (28/1 -12%) Heathcliff	28 28/1(-12%)	(5) Heathcliff 28/1, Below form back in a handicap down the field in a handicap at Ascot most recent; effective 6/7f, acts on AW; return to AW a plus but must bounce back. Wouldn't judge him harshly on his two turf defeats this summer but even his best AW form needs bettering if he is to come out on top here..
2	2 (2) (100/1 -25%) Bloodsweatandtyres	100 100/1(-25%)	(2) Bloodsweatandtyres 100/1, Disappointing handicap/turf debut, needed run down the field in a handicap at York most recent; in good form prior; effective at 7f, acts on AW; course winner likely outclassed. 7f novice win here in November but last of 22 on handicap debut at York (7f, good) five weeks ago; stones to find in this company..

LTO Selection:

Last year's winner Diligent Harry landed a brace of Listed sprints at Lingfield at the start of this year and arrives with solid claims once again. Symbol Of Honour won the Group 2 Sandy Lane at Haydock in May 2025, but he's failed to match that level of form since and WILTSHIRE looks a more solid option. William Haggas' charge scored on this card a couple of years ago and, having also won over C&D at the All-Weather Championships in April, he looks well worth another try at this higher level.

14:10 Newcastle (Class 1) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:15 Curragh (Class 1) 6f - 5 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (2/5 +20%) Confucius	0.4 2/5(+20%)	(1) Confucius 2/5, Yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; probably improved a little beaten 2l in Coventry Stakes (Group 2) at Ascot last time behind stablemate; in good form prior; top course jockey/trainer combination; effective 5/6f, acts on soft and fast ground; big, very attractive colt, likely will do better. Well-bred colt cost Gns1.7m as a yearling; just denied on debut over C\u0026D on soft before winning with plenty to spare over 6f at Naas; cracking run in the Coventry Stakes behind a stablemate, not beaten far, and a repeat of that will make him difficult to beat..
3	3 (3) (10/3 +26%) Immortal Guard	3.333333 10/3(+26%)	(3) Immortal Guard 10/3, Game and good late headway 2 1/2l third in Marble Hill Stakes (Group 3) here most recent run; effective at and bred for 6f, acts on good; gave the impression more to come last time. Got off the mark on debut in a 6f maiden here before a fine effort in the Group 3 Marble Hill Stakes; was 2.5l behind the Coventry winner Great Barrier Reef then, so doesn't have much ground to make up on Confucius on collateral form..
5	5 (5) (15/2 +32%) The Harv	7.5 15/2(+32%)	(5) The Harv 15/2, Out of depth beaten 9 1/4l in Coventry Stakes (Group 2) at Ascot last time; effective 6f, acts on soft; debut form nothing special but should progress. A 260,000GBP breeze-up buy; got up late to win a Goodwood novice over 6f (soft) on debut; beaten 9l in the Coventry Stakes, but is better than that as he didn't have much racing room late on; can get closer to Confucius today..
6	6 (6) (18/1 +36%) Ballinea Star	18 18/1(+36%)	(6) Ballinea Star 18/1, Improved showing willing attitude when winning a maiden at Cork by 1/2l last time; effective 6f, acts on good; could improve again but needs to up in class. Ran creditably in decent maidens at Naas and Navan before getting off the mark at Cork over 6f; that form hasn't been tested since, but it is likely he will have to find significant improvement; seems yard's second-string..
2	2 (2) (25/1 +38%) Dandyman Dan	25 25/1(+38%)	(2) Dandyman Dan 25/1, Below form up in trip beaten 8l in a 2yo race at Epsom last time; in good form prior; trainer in form; probably wants 6f, acts on good and firm; more to come but probably vulnerable in this class. Maiden winner at Bath ran respectably in a Sandown Listed event next time; below form in softer ground in the Woodcote at Epsom; this surface will suit better, but needs to find a new level of form..

LTO Selection:

CONFUCIUS was the beaten favourite in last week's Coventry Stakes, but nonetheless ran solidly and can make a quick winning reappearance. Out of a Cheveley Park Stakes-winning dam, the son of No Nay Never had no excuses at Royal Ascot but was only beaten a length and three-quarters in that hot contest. Ballinea Star was quite green on her initial two starts before scoring at Cork and steps up in grade, while stablemate Immortal Guard finished third to the Coventry winner in the Marble Hill and can figure. Mr Predicted is from the first crop of his American sire and was purchased for 300,000 dollars in March.

14:15 Curragh (Class 1) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:25 York (Class 2) 5f - 15 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (10/3 +26%) Fortification	3.333333 10/3(+26%)	(5) Fortification 10/3, Improved back up to 6f, hit the line well when third beaten a length off 85 last time, 3lb higher here; effective at 5/6f, acts on good and AW, likes York; up again in weights but should go well. Has maintained his consistency by posting form figures of 143, all in sprints at York, since joining current stable; beat Stargazed by half a length on the first occasion and ran well, despite a tricky draw the way things panned out, in notable handicap most recently; very solid claims..
9	9 (9) (11/2 0%) Naana's Shadow	5.5 11/2(0%)	(9) Naana's Shadow 11/2, Improved landing a 3yo Dash Handicap by 3/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Epsom last time; effective 5f on good and AW; new mark asks more but is progressive. Improving filly who justified favouritism under Oisin Murphy in the 3yo Dash at Epsom most recently, taking overall strike-rate to 3-8 and record in handicaps to 2-4; good third behind Fortification and Stargazed over C\u0026D the time before; strong contender..
6	6 (6) (7/1 +22%) Our Cody	7 7/1(+22%)	(6) Our Cody 7/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 1 1/2l in Scurry Stakes (Listed) at Sandown latest; effective 5f, acts on good, fast and AW; consistent and respected off this mark back in a handicap. Record is only 1-10 but she's fairly useful and has performed well in 5f contests (handicap/Listed) at Sandown this term; perhaps best not to take latest effort literally but in going back up just 1lb the assessor hasn't overreacted; again has frame possibilities..
4	4 (4) (7/1 +22%) Stargazed	7 7/1(+22%)	(4) Stargazed 7/1, Below form beaten 10l in a handicap at Ascot last time; effective 5f on very soft and good to firm; good second here two starts back, could go well. Has very encouraging form switched to handicaps this term, namely a solid second (split Fortification and Naana's Shadow) over C\u0026D then respectable 12th of 27 when pitched into deeper waters at Royal Ascot; may still have further improvement in her; enters calculations..
7	7 (7) (10/1 +9%) Shes Got A Brother	10 10/1(+9%)	(7) Shes Got A Brother 10/1, Ran to form beaten 2l in Land O'Burns Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Ayr last time; effective 5f on good and AW; progressive sort, can go well again. Commenced her career with two April wins on Southwell AW; good efforts in Epsom/York handicaps (won by Fortification and Naana's Shadow) and Ayr Listed race since; raised 5lb for latest effort but again looks likely to go well; has progressive RPRs..
8	8 (8) (11/1 +31%) Mighty Magnus	11 11/1(+31%)	(8) Mighty Magnus 11/1, Ran to form to win first handicap landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark at Musselburgh last time; probably effective 5/6f, acts on soft and good; capable off new mark, likes a pace to chase. Has gained both wins in Scotland, including at Musselburgh (5f, good; did it readily) latest start; generally consistent sort but will need further progress to defy a 5lb rise and follow up in this field..
1	1 (1) (12/1 -9%) Manatee Mehmas	12 12/1(-9%)	(1) Manatee Mehmas 12/1, Below form beaten 7l in Scurry Stakes (Listed) at Sandown last time; in good form prior; effective 5f, bred to be suited by 6f, acts on good and fast ground; tough mark at present. Looked above-average in commencing his career with an emphatic win at Doncaster and creditable fourth in C\u0026D Listed event, both this spring; didn't fare so well at Sandown last time but may still have progress in him; bids to defy top weight on handicap debut..
3	3 (3) (12/1 0%) Schrodinger's Cat	12 12/1(0%)	(3) Schrodinger's Cat 12/1, Ran to best landing a handicap by 5l off a 8lb lower mark at Redcar last time; suited by 5f, acts on sound surface; reliable but new mark asks more. Has a largely solid record and may remain competitive despite taking an 8lb hike for an emphatic success, having bossed a small field, at Redcar (5f, good) last Saturday; good third of 13 over C\u0026D the time before and doesn't necessarily need to dominate..
10	10 (10) (12/1 -41%) Allsortz	12 12/1(-41%)	(10) Allsortz 12/1, Ran to form when third beaten 1/4l off 82 last time, 2lb higher here; effective 5-7f, acts with cut and AW; consistent and contender once again. Irish sprinter who is building up a solid record; successful at Cork (soft) and good third at the Curragh (good to yielding) since dropped from 6f to 5f; may be capable of better still, particularly over this distance; firmly in the mix..
11	11 (11) (14/1 +0%) Front Line Fury	14 14/1(+0%)	(11) Front Line Fury 14/1, Ran to best beaten 2 1/2l off this mark at Kempton last time; top course jockey; suited by 6f, acts on yielding, good and AW; chance if building on latest. Campaigned mostly over 6f but gives the impression this return to 5f may prove beneficial and thus looks an interesting contender off a mark 7lb lower than his peak one; proved resurgent behind a stronger finisher at Kempton (AW) last time..
13	13 (13) (16/1 +20%) Hanney Girl	16 16/1(+20%)	(13) Hanney Girl 16/1, Found little, below form beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at Epsom last time; effective 5f, best on sound surface; capable off this mark. Not disgraced in the York/Epsom races won by Fortification and Naana's Shadow but is fairly exposed at this point, making her a similar type to stablemate Go Vince Go..
12	12 (12) (16/1 +60%) Go Vince Go	16 16/1(+60%)	(12) Go Vince Go 16/1, Below form up to 6f beaten 9l in a handicap here last time; effective 5-7f, acts on heavy, good and AW; mark easing but needs more. Scored over C\u0026D last October but is reasonably exposed now and faces a stiffer assignment in this field; came up well short in a notable 6f handicap back here last time..
14	14 (14) (18/1 +10%) Alfa Duplicate	18 18/1(+10%)	(14) Alfa Duplicate 18/1, Below form when sixth beaten 3l off 76 last time, same mark here; effective 5/6f, acts on good to soft and AW; in fine form until latest. Held on gamely at Beverley to add to her AW wins; respectable sixth to Naana's Shadow at Epsom since, albeit without showing any further progress; has perhaps reached her ceiling..
2	2 (2) (22/1 +45%) Boston Dan	22 22/1(+45%)	(2) Boston Dan 22/1, Never in it from off the pace beaten 7l in a handicap here last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; mark easing but needs more. Good second in sales and Listed races over 6f at York during his 2yo campaign; not in anything like the same form this term, including here, and still needs to prove that he's trained on; record is only 1-12..
15	15 (15) (25/1 -25%) Rotokura Belle	25 25/1(-25%)	(15) Rotokura Belle 25/1, Ran to form landing a handicap by a neck off a 6lb lower mark here last time; suited by 5f, acts on a sound surface; quite small, form in and out, new mark asks more. In-form filly who prevailed by a neck in Class 4 contest over C\u0026D (good) last time; however, needs further improvement to defy her new mark and follow up in this significantly better race..

LTO Selection:

Fortification has been in sparkling form here recently and beat Stargazed (second) and Naana's Shadow (third) when scoring over C&D last month. The latter added substance to that form by subsequently winning at Epsom, but it could pay to take a chance on OUR CODY. Richard Hughes' filly showed further improvement when finishing a creditable fourth in a Listed sprint at Sandown a fortnight ago and could be bang there at the finish with a similar effort.

14:25 York (Class 2) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:32 Chester (Class 3) 7f - 4 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (5/6 +33%) El Nay	0.833333 5/6(+33%)	(3) El Nay 5/6, True to form when second beaten a short-head in a maiden at Leicester latest; effective 7f-10f, acts on good, good to firm and AW; fair chance. Placed on all five starts (first two on the AW) last time getting caught on the line when short-head second at Leicester (1m, good; made the running); drops in trip (has been third over 7f, but also tried at 1m2f); contender..
1	1 (1) (11/8 -10%) Eagle Bay	1.375 11/8(-10%)	(1) Eagle Bay 11/8, First win, continuing upward trajectory from debut when landing a maiden at Thirsk by 5l last time; effective at 7f, acts on good; could go well again. Confirmed the promise of his debut third at Catterick last October (7f, good; trained by Ed Walker) when getting off the mark in a Thirsk maiden earlier this month (7f, good to soft; beat a subsequent handicap winner by 5l); stiffer task here, but should go well..
4	4 (4) (13/2 -18%) Remi Mae	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(4) Remi Mae 13/2, Made too much use of up in class on handicap debut down the field in a handicap at Newcastle most recent; top course trainer; effective at 6f, acts on good; bit to prove in handicaps after poor handicap debut. Runner-up in a valuable Haydock novice on second start last September (6f, good); didn't progress on the AW and was well beaten 11th of 12 in a decent Newcastle handicap last time (6f); return to 7f should suit..
2	2 (2) (28/1 +0%) Albemagic	28 28/1(+0%)	(2) Albemagic 28/1, Didn't show much on debut well beaten in a novice at Carlisle only start; will probably need to run more assertively; if sorts out concentration at start could improve but plenty to show. Well-related; beaten 22l in a Carlisle novice on last month's debut (7f, soft; 33-1); should improve, particularly on this better ground..

LTO Selection:

EAGLE BAY made an impressive debut for Harriet Bethell's yard when landing a maiden in fine style at Thirsk. He beat a subsequent handicap winner by five lengths and is taken to defy a penalty on the strength of that form. El Nay was narrowly denied when attempting to make all at Leicester. He holds every chance back down slightly in trip and should have the measure of both Remi Mae and Albemagic.

14:32 Chester (Class 3) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:40 Newcastle (Class 2) 16f - 20 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
9	9 (9) (9/4 +44%) Believitanducan	2.25 9/4(+44%)	(9) Believitanducan 9/4, Improved again, well placed to challenge at sharp track landing a handicap by 3 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark at Chester last time; significant jockey booking; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft, good and AW; progressive in both codes and should go well again despite another rise in the weights. Returned to Flat with short-priced wins (2m, good) at Ascot and Chester, leading over 2f out; firmly in command last time and looks well treated under a 5lb penalty; well beaten in two maidens here in 2023 but a close second in Polytrack handicap in 2025, and that's the sum of his AW record; hitting new heights on turf and a huge player if he's as effective on this surface..
4	4 (4) (4/1 -14%) Shrimp Shady	4 4/1(-14%)	(4) Shrimp Shady 4/1, Improved again relishing step up in trip landing a Chester Plate by 3/4l off a 5lb lower mark at Chester last time; off a short-break; effective 10-18f, acts on fast ground and AW; progressive, unexposed as a stayer. Pretty consistent in seven AW runs and well backed when leading final 1f to win the 17-runner Chester Plate (2m2f) on last month's return to turf; up 5lb but he's a rising force..
3	3 (3) (7/1 +36%) Alphonse Le Grande	7 7/1(+36%)	(3) Alphonse Le Grande 7/1, Poorly placed to challenge at sharp track down the field in a handicap at Chester most recent; off a short-break; effective 12-20f, acts on any; won this off 6lb lower in 2024, capable of a good run. Held up; a superb 2024 included wins in the Chester Plate, this race and the Cesarewitch at Newmarket; 2025 campaign was initially promising then frustrating, including with trouble in running, but ended up being disappointing; he's back to his last winning mark, but that's having been always behind at 40-1 in the Chester Cup last time; he will surely spark again at some point but it's hard to know exactly when..
14	14 (14) (8/1 +33%) St Faz	8 8/1(+33%)	(14) St Faz 8/1, Scored by a neck off a 3lb lower mark at Musselburgh three starts back; taken on up front and did plenty early but ran to form second beaten 1 1/2l off 78 last time, same mark here; effective 12-16f on a sound surface; thriving for new yard this spring. Usually races prominently; 4-7 for new yard this year, including two wins on Southwell Tapeta (unraced here); fifth to Shrimp Shady in Chester Plate and ran well again when second at Thirsk last time; each-way chance..
16	16 (16) (12/1 +25%) Boxing Great	12 12/1(+25%)	(16) Boxing Great 12/1, Ran to form beaten 9l in a handicap at Fairyhouse last time; effective 10-16f, acts on heavy, good and AW; consistent. Off the mark at the ninth attempt in a 2m handicap at Dundalk (2m, Polytrack) in December; this season he's been a never-dangerous eighth to Shrimp Shady at Chester (2m2f) and helped set the pace when sixth of 18 at Fairyhouse (1m6f; just 4-1), not discredited in either but a prominent finish in today's race would be much his best handicap performance..
11	11 (11) (12/1 +40%) Hermetic	12 12/1(+40%)	(11) Hermetic 12/1, Did too much too soon up in trip comfortably held in a handicap at Goodwood last time; effective 12-16f, acts with cut; consistent in France where a dual winner, unexposed for current yard but must bounce back. Dual soft-ground winner (1m4f/2m) in France last autumn, from just four races there; picked up for 105,000euros in November and put up a bold show when fourth of 17 at York (1m4f, good) last month; that looked most encouraging but he was tailed off at Goodwood (2m, soft; upset in the stalls) three weeks ago; starkly contrasting messages going into this AW debut..
13	13 (13) (12/1 -71%) Arc Zoosve	12 12/1(-71%)	(13) Arc Zoosve 12/1, Improved again, scored with bit in hand landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark at Lingfield last time; effective 14-18f on good and AW; can go well in five-timer bid back on turf. Thriving since the cheekpieces went on in December, winning six of his nine starts in them and that includes his last four races (on Southwell Tapeta four runs back); the big majority of those races were on AW, with a comfortable success at Lingfield last time (has never run at this track); up another 5lb and into a better race but he may well carry on the good work..
20	20 (20) (14/1 +0%) Day Trader	14 14/1(+0%)	(20) Day Trader 14/1, Stiff mark down the field in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown most recent; off a short-break; effective 10f on Flat, 2m over hurdles, acts on soft, AW; hurdles winner for this yard, mark demands more. Dual French Flat winner on soft in 2024, who also won a Listowel maiden hurdle last June; he's seemingly sparked only once in six starts since and while he brings a solid AW record, none of that's much beyond 1m4f; his trainer (same as Alphonse Le Grande) always warrants a second look, though..
1	1 (1) (14/1 +30%) Charging Thunder	14 14/1(+30%)	(1) Charging Thunder 14/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 4l in a handicap hurdle at Worcester latest; effective 14-16f, acts on sound surface; good mark on best hurdle and Flat form but each way claims. Not in peak form (hurdles or Flat) from last August onwards but it's not forgotten that he was third in the Plate itself last year off 3lb higher..
15	15 (15) (16/1 +0%) Fast Fred	16 16/1(+0%)	(15) Fast Fred 16/1, Scored by a length off a 6lb lower mark at Musselburgh in April; every chance, ran to form fourth beaten 3l off 77 last time, same mark here; trainer in form; effective 12-16f, acts on AW and with give; generally consistent but looks too high in weights. Disappointing on penultimate start but in good form over 1m4f otherwise this year, with the first of those runs at this track; tried 2m twice last summer and ran well on first occasion despite racing freely; needs to raise his game again, though..
18	18 (18) (16/1 +27%) Haveyoumissedme	16 16/1(+27%)	(18) Haveyoumissedme 16/1, Outpaced, ran to form but looked in need of stiffer test beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; off a short-break; effective 12-16f, acts with cut and on AW; on last winning mark, likes the track, player back up in trip. 8yo who has run 19 times at Newcastle (vastly more than any other track) and had two wins here plus five seconds; second in this race in 2022 and 12th in 2024; his most fruitful trip this year has been 1m2f but he won over 1m6f last November and was a C\u0026D second last August; has a competitive mark too, for a stable in good form..
6	6 (6) (16/1 +36%) Sax Appeal	16 16/1(+36%)	(6) Sax Appeal 16/1, Ran to form 5l third in a handicap at Pontefract most recent run; best at 14-16f, wants a sound surface; in decent form, back on last winning mark. Very busy and he's had his share of wins, including four (one here) over 2m in 2025; AW has dominated his career; three of his last four turf starts were respectable and he's edging down the weights, so not entirely dismissed..
17	17 (17) (18/1 -13%) Treasure Islands	18 18/1(-13%)	(17) Treasure Islands 18/1, Ran to form benefitting from easy lead landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Catterick last time; stays at least 2m, acts on god to soft and AW; progressing, remains unexposed over staying trips and could be well treated if turned out quickly. Off the mark when stepping up in trip at Ripon (2m, good; made all) in April; third in a warm Thirsk race on penultimate start, followed by a tidy win at 8-11 in a four-runner race at Catterick this Monday; that gives him a 5lb penalty today and sole AW run was in a novice (okay) but he has more to offer with stamina tests and needs considering..
2	2 (2) (18/1 +10%) Chemistry	18 18/1(+10%)	(2) Chemistry 18/1, Ran to form under penalty when second beaten 4l in a novice hurdle at Kelso latest; effective 13-18f, acts on heavy and good; in good form over hurdles this year but Flat form in and out of late. On his third trainer and has rather chequered form but well handicapped judged on best efforts, including his fourth at Southwell (2m, AW) in December off 7lb higher; first and second over hurdles for new yard this spring, with a never-dangerous ninth in the Chester Cup in between; worth a second look..
5	5 (5) (20/1 +20%) Artisan Dancer	20 20/1(+20%)	(5) Artisan Dancer 20/1, Outpaced, ran well below form down the field in a handicap at Thirsk most recent; effective 14-16f, acts on good to firm, good to soft and AW; largely consistent on AW, holds no secrets from handicapper. Industrious and usually dependable sort at 1m6f-2m2f; turf strike-rate is 1-20 and he was tailed off at Thirsk last time; back to AW and he's 7-34 in this sphere, but he's not shone at this meeting (16th in the Plate, 12th in the Vase) in the last two years..
12	12 (12) (25/1 -79%) Savrola	25 25/1(-79%)	(12) Savrola 25/1, Did too much too soon to get across from wide draw well beaten in a handicap at Chester latest; top course jockey; effective 10f/16f, acts on most and AW; took this last year off 5lb lower, yet to fire this term. Front-runner who did well throughout five-race campaign last season, most notably when gamely winning this race; 5lb higher today but much more of a worry is that he needs to bounce back from this season's two poor runs on turf..
19	19 (19) (40/1 -21%) Clansman	40 40/1(-21%)	(19) Clansman 40/1, Improved up in trip landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Southwell last time; off a short-break; effective 12-16fm, acts on any surface; in fine form, has won off higher mark, go well again. Switched to front-running this year, including with Tapeta wins over 1m4f here in March and 2m at Southwell in April when last seen; that's career-best AW form but this race is a much higher grade and should be much harder to boss..
8	8 (8) (50/1 -52%) Premiere Ligne	50 50/1(-52%)	(8) Premiere Ligne 50/1, Likely found ground too soft comfortably held in a handicap at Goodwood last time; stays 2 1/2m, acts on good and good to firm, injured only run on soft; needs to prove retains ability after layoff. Very solid record in 2024 on turf but 592 days off before this season; beaten a long way on his return (his only AW race) and not so far next time but he still has major work to do to turn things around..
7	7 (7) (100/1 -100%) Laafy	100 100/1(-100%)	(7) Laafy 100/1, Needed run down the field in a handicap at Thirsk most recent; effective 12f, acts on soft, good; formerly very useful handicapper but has had plenty of issues, best watched for now. 10yo, no significant impact when very lightly raced in recent years; his only two AW races (neck second in one) were on Polytrack in 2018 and 2019..
10	10 (10) (100/1 -100%) Brosna Town	100 100/1(-100%)	(10) Brosna Town 100/1, Kept on well, needs further in trip in time well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Limerick latest; returning from long layoff; effective 2m; 1lb above last winning Flat mark but faces stiff task on stable debut. Stays 1m6f; two Flat wins include a Polytrack handicap at Dundalk in January 2025; went the wrong way last summer/autumn, including over hurdles, and this is his first run since leaving Dermot Weld for £4,000 in April..

LTO Selection:

Arc Zoosve landed a four-timer with his latest victory at Lingfield, having beaten SHRIMP SHADY at the same track in April. However, the latter reopposes on more favourable terms, despite a 5lb rise for winning the Chester Plate on his latest start, and Andrew Balding's progressive son of Mastercraftsman could prove the one to side with. The treble-chasing Believitanducan is another on the upgrade, but St Faz has a bit to find with the selection on Chester form.

14:40 Newcastle (Class 2) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:45 Curragh 7f - 12 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds
6	6 (6) (7/2 +0%) Greydreambeliever	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(6) Greydreambeliever 7/2, Travelled, ran to form but possibly wound it up a bit soon and caught on post beaten a short-head off a 4lb lower mark at Gowran Park last time; suited by 6-8f, acts on any; consistent but frustrating. Won on 2yo debut for Karl Burke but failed to win again, albeit some decent runs; solid efforts in defeat all starts for this yard including twice denied by Rion Rubette at Gowran; one for the shortlist..
3	3 (3) (9/2 +10%) Aviatrice	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(3) Aviatrice 9/2, Made too much use of back up in trip beaten 6l in Mallow Handicap at Cork last time; in good form prior; consistent at 6-8f, acts on yielding, good to firm, best on AW; in fine form until latest and very well treated on AW efforts. Has won three times on the AW including a 1m Listed race at Dundalk last November; nearly took advantage of a lower turf mark when third on return in a 6f handicap at this track, but was below that form since at Cork; has to rebound..
11	11 (11) (5/1 +9%) Meriden	5 5/1(+9%)	(11) Meriden 5/1, Improved again landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Leopardstown last time; effective 6/7f on sound surface; been hammered by handicapper of late but this rapidly improving filly is related to a Listed-placed performer. Has shown improved form since tackling handicaps, winning at Down Royal (7f), here over 6.5f and Leopardstown back over 7f; up another 8lb, but handles this ground and has to be respected..
4	4 (4) (7/1 +0%) Rion Rubette	7 7/1(+0%)	(4) Rion Rubette 7/1, Improved again needing every yard landing a handicap by a short-head off a 6lb lower mark at Gowran Park last time; effective 6-8f, acts on soft and good; progressive, new mark asks more. Has hit form lately, winning two 7f handicaps at Gowran on easy ground, beating Greydreambeliever on both occasions; raised 6lb for latter success and handles faster ground fine, so has to be on the shortlist with claimer staying aboard..
10	10 (10) (7/1 +42%) Glory To Be	7 7/1(+42%)	(10) Glory To Be 7/1, Scored by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Leopardstown three starts back; up in trip, may not have stayed ninth beaten 7l off 79 last time, 2lb lower here; effective 5-7f, acts on heavy and good to firm; generally consistent, mark looks high enough. Won a 5f maiden on soft at Navan last autumn and doubled her tally in a 7f Leopardstown handicap (yld/sft) in April; below form twice since and this ground might be a bit too lively for her..
1	1 (1) (8/1 +11%) Fingerpaint	8 8/1(+11%)	(1) Fingerpaint 8/1, Needed run beaten 9l in Kooyonga Stakes (Listed) at Navan last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 7f, acts on good; attractive pedigree, debut form franked, could leave reappearance run behind but mark demands it. Won a C\u0026D maiden on debut last year and was a fine third in a Tipperary Group 3 next time after a 100-day break; didn't seem to handle heavy ground on final start last year but was again below her best on return at Navan recently; down in grade and cheekpieces could re-ignite the spark..
7	7 (7) (11/1 +8%) Nancy J	11 11/1(+8%)	(7) Nancy J 11/1, Below form down in trip on return down the field in a handicap here most recent; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 7/8f, maybe didn't quite stay 10f, acts on sound surface; step back up in trip a plus. Won a 2yo maiden on debut at Gowran for Jessica Harrington and some good runs in defeat after without winning; well beaten on debut for this stable over 6f here, but that was on testing ground and can do a lot better now back on faster..
8	8 (8) (12/1 -9%) Bint Majestic Roi	12 12/1(-9%)	(8) Bint Majestic Roi 12/1, Scored by a short-head off a 4lb lower mark at Naas penultimate start; made too much use of up in trip seventh beaten 5l off 85 last time, 1lb lower here; effective at 6-8f, failed to stay further acts on heavy, yielding and AW; in form, mark looks too high. Got off the mark in a 6f handicap on soft here in April and followed up on good ground at Naas next time over the same trip; beaten 5l in a competitive 7f Cork handicap since and will have to do better now..
2	2 (2) (12/1 +25%) Orchidaceae	12 12/1(+25%)	(2) Orchidaceae 12/1, Below form, given too much to do beaten 9l in a handicap at Leopardstown last time; returning from long layoff; inconsistent, just 1lb above last winning mark but likely to need this. Dual 2yo winner including over 6f at this track; won a Fairyhouse handicap last year over this trip but ran below that level twice after; has to be at her best on return from an absence..
9	9 (9) (14/1 +0%) Mallavelly	14 14/1(+0%)	(9) Mallavelly 14/1, Poorly placed off modest pace well beaten in a handicap at Leopardstown latest; effective 7/8f, acts on any; more chance back on better ground. Won three times last year, an AW maiden (1m) plus handicaps at Leopardstown (1m) and Tipperary (7.5f); outclassed in a Group 3 on return and probably found the ground too soft since; can do better on this faster ground..
5	5 (5) (18/1 0%) Vega's Muse	18 18/1(0%)	(5) Vega's Muse 18/1, Scored by 2 1/2l off a 9lb lower mark at Leopardstown three starts back; below form back up to 1m 12th beaten 13l off 87 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 7f/1m, acts on soft and good; mark looks high enough. Won for the second time when taking a 1m Leopardstown handicap on return; below that form at Leopardstown and Naas since; found to be lame after last time, so has to bounce back..
12	12 (12) (18/1 +28%) She's Too Kool	18 18/1(+28%)	(12) She's Too Kool 18/1, Needed run beaten 6l in an auction race at Fairyhouse last time; in good form prior; effective 6/7f; highly tried in interrupted career, probably flattered by Group form. Maiden owes her high mark to finishing fourth in the Group 3 Anglesey Stakes at this meeting last year; not a bad effort on her first run since at Fairyhouse last time and should improve from that; 1lb out of the handicap..

LTO Selection:

MERIDEN has a fine Juddmonte pedigree so can continue to progress and has an obvious chance of completing a four-timer. Out of a Group-placed dam who has already produced a stakes performer, Denis Hogan's filly was purchased for 32,000gns as a two-year-old and while she has twice shown a tendency to hang left under pressure, she seemed well suited by this course when scoring earlier in the month. Rion Rubette is chasing a hat-trick but would prefer easier ground, while Greydreambeliever has twice finished runner-up to that rival in recent months, although she has prior form on fast ground. She's Too Kool has shown nice ability in smart races and debuts in handicaps.

14:45 Curragh 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:58 York (Class 1) 7f - 6 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (11/10 +0%) Never So Brave	1.1 11/10(+0%)	(3) Never So Brave 11/10, Unsuited by the soft ground and eased once held beaten 7 1/4l in Tattenham Corner Stakes (Group 3) at Epsom last time; suited by 7f/1m, prefers a sound surface; excuses both starts this term and worth another chance, should win this if anywhere near best. Smart performer; completed a notable hat-trick (on good to firm ground) last summer, culminating in Group 1 honours over C\u0026D; avoids a penalty for that success and holds a leading chance assuming he's back in similar form; best to forgive Epsom Group 3 effort last time (unsuited by the way the race unfolded)..
6	6 (6) (11/8 +8%) Saber Strike	1.375 11/8(+8%)	(6) Saber Strike 11/8, Below form up in grade beaten 7 1/4l in Jersey Stakes (Group 3) at Ascot last time; in good form prior; top course jockey/trainer combination; effective 6/7f on good and good to firm; chance at these weights, but needs more. Ran below expectations when a warm order for the Jersey Stakes at Royal Ascot last Saturday but was drawn a bit higher than ideal, the way the race panned out, and finishing sixth of 16 wasn't a total disaster; 2-2 previously, including 7f Listed win at Newmarket, and can be treated as retaining potential; respected in receipt of 9lb from his elders..
4	4 (4) (10/1 +29%) Qirat	10 10/1(+29%)	(4) Qirat 10/1, Below form beaten 9l in Diomed Stakes (Group 3) at Epsom last time; tongue-tie first time; effective 7/8f, acts on any; shock Sussex win flatters, below par this season so far. Not totally solid on his form since 150-1 success when pacemaker in last year's Sussex Stakes (1m, good); however, looks interesting back down in trip, with his 7f record reading 1211225 (ran creditably behind Never So Brave in C\u0026D Group 1 the final time); fitting of tongue-tie may also contribute to a resurgence..
2	2 (2) (14/1 +0%) Chicago Critic	14 14/1(+0%)	(2) Chicago Critic 14/1, Handled the soft ground and ran to balance of form when fourth beaten 5l in Tattenham Corner Stakes (Group 3) at Epsom latest; trainer in form; effective 7/8f, acts on any; better run latest and best judged on Meydan form. Comes from off the pace; has made the frame several times at Group level since his Listed win 13 months ago; not disgraced at Epsom most recently, especially considering the race panned out unfavourably; however, chance again partly depends on whether the cards drop right..
5	5 (5) (14/1 +44%) Royal Velvet	14 14/1(+44%)	(5) Royal Velvet 14/1, Never in it from off the pace, below form when down the field in a handicap at Ascot most recent; in good form prior; suited by 7/8f, acts on good and fast ground; bounce back needed. Always behind in the boiling cauldron of a Royal Ascot handicap last week; progressive otherwise and still has good stats, being 9-22 overall, 2-3 this term and 6-11 over 7f (1-1 over C\u0026D); however, has to overcome a 3lb penalty for the Group 3 win achieved against her own sex in May..
1	1 (1) (66/1 -32%) Balmacara	66 66/1(-32%)	(1) Balmacara 66/1, Below form up in class having raced freely when well beaten in Tattenham Corner Stakes (Group 3) at Epsom latest; effective 7-10f, acts on soft and good to firm; up against it here once more. Useful but is 0-12 since completing a Doncaster novice double in spring 2024, essentially proving quite difficult to place; hasn't strictly improved for a switch to hold-up tactics this term (seemingly being taught to settle better); unlikely to regain the winning thread on these terms..

LTO Selection:

NEVER SO BRAVE has yet to show his best form this year but there have been excuses for his two defeats. The five-year-old won the City Of York over C&D in August and it would be no surprise to see him bounce back to form at this venue. Saber Strike was well backed when sixth in the Jersey a week ago and it is far too soon to be writing off the unexposed colt. Cases can be made for all of the remainder, but Chicago Critic is arguably the pick of them.

14:58 York (Class 1) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:03 Chester (Class 3) 6f - 9 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
9	9 (9) (11/4 +31%) Ruby's Angel	2.75 11/4(+31%)	(9) Ruby's Angel 11/4, Scored by a neck off a 5lb lower mark here penultimate start; down in form 16th beaten 9l off 86 last time, same mark here; effective 6f, acts on good to soft and good to firm; past C&D winner. Did well to overcome stall 12 over C\u0026D (good) at the end of May; failed to fire in a valuable 3yo handicap at York (22 runners) a fortnight ago but a lot better can be expected up against her elders in a less competitive race, particularly as she's bagged the inside stall..
3	3 (3) (7/2 -40%) Solar Aclaim	3.5 7/2(-40%)	(3) Solar Aclaim 7/2, Up in form landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Hamilton last time; effective 5/6f but prefers cut; return to minimal trip could bring about more, but needs to bounce back. Back to form to take advantage of a reduced mark at Hamilton (5f, good to soft) ten days ago; put back up 8lb and has gained all six wins on going softer than good..
1	1 (1) (4/1 +64%) Stratusnine	4 4/1(+64%)	(1) Stratusnine 4/1, Flattened out late up in trip beaten 5l in a handicap at Ascot last time; wide draw; effective 6/7f, acts on soft, good and AW; inconsistent but capable, mark (same as last time) demands more. Finished strongly and nearly got up from a difficult position in 5f contest at York (good) last month; respectable eighth of 28 when stepped back up to 7f for the Buckingham Palace at Royal Ascot (good to firm) last week; enters calculations..
2	2 (2) (5/1 +29%) Dark Thirty	5 5/1(+29%)	(2) Dark Thirty 5/1, Scored by a neck off a 6lb lower mark at York three starts back; back up in form second beaten 2l off 93 last time, same mark here; enjoys making it; effective 6f, acts on soft and good to firm; unreliable, has never won off a mark this high. Ex-Richard Hannon; off the mark for the Quinn team when making virtually all in a 22-runner handicap at York Dante meeting (6f, good) in May and bounced straight back from a lesser run at Thirsk when 2l second of seven at Ripon (6f, good) nine days ago; same mark this afternoon; bold show likely from a handy draw..
4	4 (4) (8/1 -14%) Stormy Impact	8 8/1(-14%)	(4) Stormy Impact 8/1, Slightly up in form beaten 2 1/4l off this mark at Epsom last time; usually held up; wide draw; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface; bounce back needed. Won the 3yo Dash at Epsom (5f, good) last June and left reappearance behind when good fourth of 20 in the Dash there (5f, good to soft) three weeks ago; just as effective at 6f and can play a prominent role from an unchanged mark..
6	6 (6) (11/1 -69%) Purest Time	11 11/1(-69%)	(6) Purest Time 11/1, Travelled and hit the line well to score with a bit in hand landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Windsor last time; suited by 6f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; new mark still fair, can go well again. Prevailed at Windsor (6f, good to firm) last month, proving suited by the return to turf and belatedly registering a first win since joining Ian Williams; a 3lb rise still leaves him feasibly handicapped on the best of last year's form..
7	7 (7) (12/1 -50%) Rosenpur	12 12/1(-50%)	(7) Rosenpur 12/1, Yard won this last year; scored by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark here penultimate start; slightly down in form fifth beaten 1 1/2l off 84 last time, same mark here; enjoys making it; effective 5f/6f, acts on good ground; last three wins have been at this track, can go well again. 6yo who posted career-best performance when dominating from the front over C\u0026D (good) last month; used up energy to get across to lead from a wide draw when fifth of ten over 5f here a fortnight ago and can be treated as if still in good form..
8	8 (8) (16/1 -60%) Candonomore	16 16/1(-60%)	(8) Candonomore 16/1, Yard won this last year; scored by 3l off a 5lb lower mark at Bath three starts back; slip in form sixth beaten 5 1/4l off 82 last time, same mark here; effective 7-10f, acts on any; mark asks more but is in good form. A ready winner at Bath (1m, firm) in April (final start for Stuart Williams); good start for Jennie Candlish when third over 1m1f at Ayr (good to firm) but not in the same form when beaten favourite at Carlisle (1m) ten days later; quite a strong traveller over those trips but whether he has the speed for sprinting remains to be seen..
5	5 (5) (25/1 -79%) We Never Stop	25 25/1(-79%)	(5) We Never Stop 25/1, Still in relatively bad form down the field in a handicap at York most recent; effective 6f, appears much better on AW; unreliable. Seems best on the AW these days and has run poorly on his last three turf outings; his hopes hinge on a recent wind operation having a positive effect..

LTO Selection:

SOLAR ACLAIM returned the ready winner over the minimum trip at Hamilton recently. He remains on a workable mark, despite an 8lb hike, and another bold bid is anticipated having struck over C&D around this time last summer. Last month's York scorer Dark Thirty is no forlorn hope in this lower grade, while Purest Time did it nicely at Windsor and could also land a blow. Rosenpur and Ruby's Angel are recent winners here and are others to note.

15:03 Chester (Class 3) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:15 Newcastle (Class 2) 16f - 20 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (4/1 +11%) Circus Of Rome	4 4/1(+11%)	(3) Circus Of Rome 4/1, Outpaced, unsuited by drop in trip down the field in a handicap at Sandown most recent; effective 12-14f, acts on a sound surface; steadily progressive last year, yet to fire this term but step up in trip should suit. Third win last term was clearcut over 1m4f here in August and he ran creditably over 1m6f on turf next time; it's not that hard to forgive this season, given the 1m2f/1m, although he has raced a bit freely; looked the type to make progress this year and this is an eye-catching rethink on trip..
15	15 (15) (9/2 +55%) Ride The Thunder	4.5 9/2(+55%)	(15) Ride The Thunder 9/2, Ran to form benefitting drop in class beaten 2l off a 2lb lower mark at Hamilton last time; effective 8-14f, acts on soft, good; admirably consistent, unexposed as a stayer. Won 1m2f maiden last June; on the premises in all his four handicaps, coming from off the pace when second at Haydock (1m6f) on final 3yo start and when third at Hamilton (1m5f; gelded and hooded) on reappearance six weeks ago; relatively lightly raced, so could have further improvement in him and 2m is plausible for this AW debut..
8	8 (8) (11/2 +54%) Team Player	5.5 11/2(+54%)	(8) Team Player 11/2, Scored by 2l off a 9lb lower mark at Musselburgh penultimate start; poorly placed at sharp track ridden to see out the trip fifth beaten 2 1/2l off 92 last time, same mark here; cheekpieces first time; off a short-break; suited by 12-16f, acts on a sound surface and soft; hugely progressive course winner, every chance. With tongue-tie enlisted he's hit major new heights for new yard this year; started it with wins from off the pace at Newcastle (2m, AW) and Musselburgh (1m6f, soft), both in some style, before his excellent fifth of 15 from out the back in the 2m2f Chester Cup; a bit slow to find his stride that day and cheekpieces now go on; more to give if he takes to them, so a major player..
20	20 (20) (6/1 +82%) Kirchner	6 6/1(+82%)	(20) Kirchner 6/1, Outpaced, looked in need of stiffer test beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Kempton last time; effective 8-12f, acts on heavy and good; fair mark on French form, worth a go over staying trips. 1m win on the first of five runs in France; never dangerous at 50-1 and 25-1 with cheekpieces over 1m4f when he was finally seen in Britain for two handicaps last month but he did make some late headway, particularly when fifth of 13 on Kempton Polytrack last time; marked overall improvement is needed but he's a lightly raced, unexposed 4yo stepping up in trip..
13	13 (13) (9/1 +44%) Synergism	9 9/1(+44%)	(13) Synergism 9/1, Improved suited by positive ride down in trip landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 5lb lower mark at Lingfield last time; effective 14-16f, acts on soft, good and AW; steadily progressive, revised mark demands more again. Last season included four wins and a good C\u0026D second to Sax Appeal; a hard-working winner at evens in four-runner race at Lingfield (1m6f, good) last month, which he needs to improve on if he's to defy a 5lb penalty but that was a solid start to his 4yo campaign and he could still have potential..
6	6 (6) (9/1 +64%) Bahadur	9 9/1(+64%)	(6) Bahadur 9/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Goodwood penultimate start; outpaced, flattened out having met trouble but ran to form tenth beaten 8 1/4l off 94 last time, same mark here; significant jockey booking; effective 12-16f, acts on good to firm, AW; hugely progressive, type with more to come over staying trips. Progressive on AW last autumn, including here, and another improved effort when he won a five-runner race at Goodwood (upped to 2m, good) this May; mid-division at 14-1 in the 2m4f Ascot Stakes 11 days ago, not discredited but he probably needs to resume improvement in another major handicap today..
4	4 (4) (11/1 +45%) Align The Stars	11 11/1(+45%)	(4) Align The Stars 11/1, Scored by 2l off a 5lb lower mark at Kempton three starts back; did plenty early, below form off revised mark in good race sixth beaten 10l off 98 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 14-16f, acts on good to soft, good to firm, AW; in form until latest, has won off a higher mark. Broke his losing run in clearcut style when he reappeared at Kempton (2m, AW) in March with restored cheekpieces, which have been kept since; good second in valuable race at Newmarket (1m6f) but he needs to bounce back from a disappointing show at Goodwood five weeks ago..
18	18 (18) (12/1 +25%) Zanndabad	12 12/1(+25%)	(18) Zanndabad 12/1, Poorly placed to challenge at sharp track beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap at Chester last time; off a short-break; effective 10-16f, stays well, acts on any; consistent, good mark on hurdles form. Two novice hurdles last autumn seem a pretty meagre return for respected yard but he was an unlucky, strong-finishing third in the 2024 Chester Cup; glimpses of that Flat ability on occasions since, but he made inroads far too late from out the back in this last year (11th at 13-2) and it was a similar story in last month's Chester Cup (8th at 11-1); something needs to change and such a wide draw probably means he tries to come from the back again..
7	7 (7) (12/1 +14%) Dancing In Paris	12 12/1(+14%)	(7) Dancing In Paris 12/1, May have found ground too soft, needed run down the field in a handicap at Epsom most recent; effective 12-16f on good to soft, good to firm, AW; steadily progressive last term, must bounce back. He hasn't won since August 2024 but ran some fine races last season, including when beaten a neck by Spirit Mixer in this event; 4lb higher today and made a muted reappearance at Epsom three weeks ago but that was at 40-1 over 1m4f on soft; should be more interesting again with that under his belt..
12	12 (12) (14/1 +13%) Saint Etienne	14 14/1(+13%)	(12) Saint Etienne 14/1, Met trouble late, continued in moderate form beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap at Redcar last time; usually held up; effective 10f in France has been better 12f in UK, acts on soft, good and AW; mark still high enough for new yard. Four wins (three AW) over about 1m2f from 22 races in France; 50-1 fourth at York (1m4f) in May was an encouraging third run for Brian Ellison, after which he was never dangerous at 25-1 off this reduced mark in the 1m2f Zetland Gold Cup at Redcar; tongue tied every time except for those last two starts and he is again today; chief conundrum, though, has to be with this first attempt beyond 1m4f..
5	5 (5) (16/1 +0%) Spirit Mixer	16 16/1(+0%)	(5) Spirit Mixer 16/1, Won this last year off 6lb lower; ran to form when fourth beaten 3l in Premio Carlo d'Alessio (Listed) at San Siro latest; off a short-break; suited by 16, acts on any, goes well at Chester; admirable campaigner, probably high enough in weights but should run his race. Beat Dancing In Paris by a neck to win this race last year off 6lb lower; also won at Chester in September and two of his three starts this term have been creditable, so he's in the each-way picture..
9	9 (9) (18/1 +28%) Blazeon Five	18 18/1(+28%)	(9) Blazeon Five 18/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; better effort when second beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap at Newbury latest; trainer in form; off a short-break; suited by 16f, acts on soft, good and AW; in very good form but mark now stiff. Ended last year in storming form with a 1m6f/2m hat-trick, the final leg on Southwell Tapeta; not disgraced when never dangerous here in January and made a satisfactory return to turf (second at Newbury) in April, but this 8yo needs to hit another new high..
16	16 (16) (20/1 -25%) Moon Over Miami	20 20/1(-25%)	(16) Moon Over Miami 20/1, Bit free down in trip but ran to form when fourth beaten 6l in a handicap at Goodwood latest; effective 10-16f on soft, good and AW; on last winning mark, consistent, needs improvement. Third turf win was a narrow one off this mark at Newbury (2m, good; rallying) in April on his final start last year; ran creditably once in 2025 on Polytrack and it's not hard to make excuses for his three turf runs this year, including the Chester Cup, but a revival is needed and such a wide draw probably makes that harder..
14	14 (14) (20/1 -25%) Tribal Star	20 20/1(-25%)	(14) Tribal Star 20/1, Below form up in class down the field in Staying Handicap at The Curragh most recent; effective 10f-18f, suited by cut on turf but better AW; inconsistent veteran. Brought over from Ireland for five British races and ran well every time, including when fourth in this contest last year and third in the Chester Plate last month; he didn't win any of them, though, and has taken just one Irish handicap; plenty seemingly needs to go right if he's to win this but he has a place chance despite wide draw..
11	11 (11) (22/1 -38%) Asgard's Captain	22 22/1(-38%)	(11) Asgard's Captain 22/1, Scored by a length off a 3lb lower mark at Newmarket penultimate start; ran to form fourth beaten 7l off 92 last time, same mark here; effective 12f, suited by sound surface; in form and mark remains competitive but stamina to prove. Three wins at this track but he came 13th in this race last year; that was his only appearance over this long a trip and he was also below form when he had a crack at 1m6f, so he's unproven beyond 1m4f, over which he's contested his last nine starts; stamina is the big doubt..
1	1 (1) (25/1 -56%) Prydwen	25 25/1(-56%)	(1) Prydwen 25/1, Landed a handicap by a length off a 5lb lower mark at Ripon penultimate start; ran to form despite bare result Beaten in Oleander-Rennen (Group 2) last time; effective 14-16f, acts on sound surface; really useful stayer, respected back on UK soil despite big weight. Prolific 8yo who gained his 11th success when taking 1m4f Ripon handicap in April; also effective at 2m this term, including C\u0026D, but he's edged back up the weights; place player but he may be vulnerable for win purposes..
10	10 (10) (28/1 +44%) Elysian Flame	28 28/1(+44%)	(10) Elysian Flame 28/1, Scored by 2 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Beverley three starts back; ran to form fourth beaten 3 1/2l off 92 last time, same mark here; effective 2m, stays well, acts on any; inconsistent since huge lay off. Well beaten in 2018 in his only AW race; peak Flat form came with big-race placings over 2m4f in summer 2021; there's been a four-year absence since and his 2m win at Beverley (2lb higher today) this April showed that stacks of his ability remains, form which was backed up at Thirsk on latest start but this contest demands more; cheekpieces (absent this term) return..
17	17 (17) (40/1 +0%) Aqwaam	40 40/1(+0%)	(17) Aqwaam 40/1, Needed run beaten 9 1/2l in a handicap at Kempton last time; in good form prior; effective 12-18f on soft, good to firm and AW; formerly useful handicapper, needs to prove ability remains after lay off. Three AW wins include his only appearance at this track, over C\u0026D in 2023; sole win since was in March 2024; excellent third off this mark in the Cesarewitch at Newmarket that October but unraced since until well held at 66-1 over 1m4f one month ago; whether that run is enough to have brought him back to peak form is hard to say with confidence but he shaped okay..
2	2 (2) (80/1 -142%) Tashkhan	80 80/1(-142%)	(2) Tashkhan 80/1, Mistakes, below form when fourth beaten 23l in a novice hurdle at Ayr latest; top course jockey; returning from a break; effective 2m-2m4f, well suited by cut; formerly Group 1 placed but veteran not quite the force of old in this discipline. Off since a mixed hurdles campaign ended in March; formerly very smart on Flat but he's not scored in this sphere since 2023, had a disappointing 2025 and all wins have been on soft or heavy ground; tailed off in this race in 2024..
19	19 (19) (100/1 +0%) Gentleman Joe	100 100/1(+0%)	(19) Gentleman Joe 100/1, Outpaced, never threatened on Flat return down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recent; cheekpieces first time; effective 12-16f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; ex-Irish, has dropped in weights but bit to prove for new yard. Has Polytrack form, most of it in his Irish days with Henry De Bromhead; well treated on some 2025 form but he's not shown enough for new yard this season (tailed off over C\u0026D first occasion); cheekpieces are recruited..

LTO Selection:

Last year's winner Spirit Mixer may be 6lb higher on this occasion, but he is only 2lb higher than when beating Prydwen at Chester in September. Fourth in an Italian Listed race recently, he should not be discounted but marginal preference is for RIDE THE THUNDER, who put in an encouraging effort when third in a competitive contest at Hamilton on his return. With the prospect of more to come, Roger Varian's gelding just tops the shortlist. Circus Of Rome and Dancing In Paris should not be discounted, while Asgard's Captain could make the frame.

15:15 Newcastle (Class 2) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:20 Curragh (Class 1) 6f - 6 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (4/11 +27%) Sun Goddess	0.363636 4/11(+27%)	(7) Sun Goddess 4/11, Yard won this last three runnings of race; improved just caught late by classy rival pulling clear of remainder when second beaten a length in Albany Stakes (Group 3) at Ascot latest; top course jockey/trainer combination; effective 5/6f on good, good to firm; sets standard on Royal Ascot form, big player if turned out quickly. Looked in need of the experience when just denied on debut at Naas; was impressive when beating Green Empress by 5l over C\u0026D next time; well backed when a close second in the Albany Stakes at Royal Ascot; is the one to beat if turning out fresh after just eight days rest..
5	5 (5) (11/2 +31%) Green Empress	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(5) Green Empress 11/2, Green early and left with too much to do, promising effort runner-up beaten 5l in a maiden here only start; effective 6f, acts on good; debut form franked in Albany, likely improver. Did a fair bit wrong on her debut over C\u0026D last month but still showed promise when a 5l second to the re-opposing Sun Goddess; should get closer to that rival today and looks the stable's selection of two here..
4	4 (4) (15/2 +46%) Controlla	7.5 15/2(+46%)	(4) Controlla 15/2, Still green, disappointing given market expectations beaten 7l in Windsor Castle Stakes (Listed) at Ascot last time; effective 6f, bred to get a mile in time, acts on good; likeable and debut form franked in Queen Mary, should be capable of better. Ran a cracker on debut to be beaten only a neck in a Naas Group 3 by the subsequent Queen Mary winner Victorious; was disappointing in the Windsor Castle Stakes 10 days ago but can be a player if resuming her progression..
1	1 (1) (14/1 +22%) Beibhinn	14 14/1(+22%)	(1) Beibhinn 14/1, Improved for debut experience up in trip when winning a maiden at Listowel by 1/2l last time; effective 6f, acts on good; debut form franked in Queen Mary, latest win boosted, more to come up in class. Was beaten 6l on debut by the Queen Mary winner Victorious; improved on that when winning a Listowel maiden over 6.5f, doing well after being pestered throughout; looks the stable second-string on riding arrangements, but could still run well..
2	2 (2) (16/1 +27%) Belle Of The Ball	16 16/1(+27%)	(2) Belle Of The Ball 16/1, Improved for debut experience under positive ride down in trip when winning a maiden at Cork by 4l last time; hood first time; wide draw; effective 5-6f on good, soft; form of maiden win had knocks, needs more up in class. Improved nicely from her debut fifth over C\u0026D to win a 5f Cork maiden on soft ground; is a speedy sort who is possibly better suited to 5f; a hood is added to help her relax; can go well but vulnerable..
6	6 (6) (66/1 -65%) Maggie Walker	66 66/1(-65%)	(6) Maggie Walker 66/1, Very promising effort 2l winner in an auction race at Cork on debut; effective 6f, acts on soft; debut form had knocks, plenty to find up in class. A bargain yearling purchase at only Eur6,500; won a Cork auction maiden on debut over 6f on soft; the runner-up was since second to Cleodolinda at Navan; faster ground today but could go well if handling it..

LTO Selection:

SUN GODDESS was a fine second in last week's Albany Stakes and while she makes a quick reappearance, she is perfectly suited by conditions. Out of an unraced half-sister to a Group 3 winner, she looked smart when scoring over C&D and backed that up at Ascot, finishing second of 25 in a hot contest. Velozee has also smart form and although she disappointed at Naas in May, she ran satisfactorily in last week's Queen Mary and goes back up in trip. Controlla was Group 3-placed on debut, but was well held in last week's Windsor Castle Stakes.

15:20 Curragh (Class 1) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:33 Chester (Class 1) 7f - 8 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (5/2 +17%) Copacabana Sands	2.5 5/2(+17%)	(5) Copacabana Sands 5/2, Looked uneasy on fast ground off a break and eased beaten 7l in Chartwell Fillies' Stakes (Group 3) at Lingfield last time; top course trainer; effective 7f, acts on good but enjoys cut; bit to prove. Hooded when winning Naas Listed event (good) and Leopardstown Group 3 (soft) over 7f for Michael O'Callaghan last year; below form tackling firmer ground when fifth in 7f Lingfield Group 3 on return for Andrew Balding (same owner); good chance if recapturing her best..
1	1 (1) (5/2 +50%) Circe	2.5 5/2(+50%)	(1) Circe 5/2, Return to 7f suited after a good break when winning Queen Of Scots Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Musselburgh by 1 1/4l last time; effective at 6/7f, probably better latter, acts on any. Back to best when defeating the reopposing Magic Basma (La Brodeuse fourth, Brazilian Rose fifth) in 7f Musselburgh Listed race (good) on reappearance three weeks ago; more will be needed to defy a penalty but should be able to get a good position from her inside stall..
9	9 (9) (7/2 +13%) Magic Basma	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(9) Magic Basma 7/2, Didn't get the clearest run but stayed 7f when second beaten 1 1/4l in Queen Of Scots Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Musselburgh latest; effective 6/7f, acts on any; tiny bit unlucky last time. 4yo who has shown improved form in Listed races this term, finishing runner-up at Haydock (6f, good to soft) and Musselburgh (7f, good) on last two outings; Circe was 1.25l ahead of her at the latter but she's 3lb better off with Richard Hannon's charge this time; each-way claims again..
3	3 (3) (4/1 +56%) Bellarchi	4 4/1(+56%)	(3) Bellarchi 4/1, Return to winning ways landing a handicap at Musselburgh by 4 1/4l last time; wide draw; effective 7/8f, acts on any; return to this course in her favour. This 5yo is in the form of her life at present, gaining a third Musselburgh handicap win of the season when easily seeing off seven rivals 37 days ago; had a wide stall as a an excuse for a slightly below-par effort over the extended 7f here prior to that and she went close here last season; on the shortlist..
6	6 (6) (9/1 +10%) Dash Of Azure	9 9/1(+10%)	(6) Dash Of Azure 9/1, Seemed out of depth down the field in Duke Of Cambridge Stakes (Group 2) at Ascot most recent; wide draw; suited by 7/8f, acts on any; bit to prove after poor season so far. Just failed to win a 7f Ascot Listed event (soft; unlucky) last autumn but in October but she needs to put a couple of underwhelming efforts this year behind her..
10	10 (10) (14/1 +50%) Royalty Bay	14 14/1(+50%)	(10) Royalty Bay 14/1, Significantly up in form when winning a handicap at Musselburgh by a short-head last time; effective 6-8f, acts on any; lost form end of 2025 but showed improvement from seasonal debut last time. Back on form to take advantage of a reduced mark in 7f Musselburgh handicap (good) three weeks ago; this is harder but the fact she was second in a Group 3 in France as a juvenile provides some hope..
2	2 (2) (25/1 +11%) Beaujolais Nouveau	25 25/1(+11%)	(2) Beaujolais Nouveau 25/1, Slip back down in form beaten 3/4l in a handicap at York last time; wide draw; effective 6/7f, acts on soft and good; step-up in trip a positive. Returned to her best when winning a handicap with something to spare in first-time cheekpieces at Ripon (6f, good) in May; just as good when close fifth of 13 at York (6f, good again) 15 days ago; stays 7f but her form is short of the required standard at this level..
4	4 (4) (33/1 +18%) Brazilian Rose	33 33/1(+18%)	(4) Brazilian Rose 33/1, Probably flattered but good effort up in class beaten 3 1/2l in Queen Of Scots Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Musselburgh last time; in good form prior; wide draw; effective 6/7f though former probably suits best, seems to act on any; in good form generally. Four handicap wins on the Southwell AW this January-March (7f/6f); ran right up to her best when 3.5l fifth of seven to Circe in 7f Musselburgh Listed race latest but it underlines she needs more at this level; a wide draw won't make it any easier..

LTO Selection:

Circe kept Magic Basma more than a length at bay, with La Brodeuse fourth, when landing a Listed event at Musselburgh and there is no obvious reason why that form should be reversed, even on the revised terms. Bellarchi has progressed well in handicap company and has earned a shot at this sort of prize, but COPACABANA SANDS struck at Group 3 level when trained in Ireland and is fancied to derive the necessary benefit from her return at Lingfield last month.

15:33 Chester (Class 1) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:38 York (Class 4) 13f - 9 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
9	9 (9) (Evens +39%) Who's Lope	0 Evens(+39%)	(9) Who's Lope Evens, Yard won this last year; improved up in trip for cosy win when landing a novice at Beverley by 4 1/4l last time; significant jockey booking; stays 12f, acts on sound surface; more to come over longer trips, opening mark potentially lenient. Built on promising return over 1m2f when seeing out 1m4f strongly to land three-runner novice at Beverley four weeks ago; almost certainly capable of better, particularly over this trip, and he's a very interesting newcomer to handicaps..
3	3 (3) (4/1 +20%) Secret Force	4 4/1(+20%)	(3) Secret Force 4/1, Improved up to a staying trip tried in a visor landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Pontefract last time; trainer in form; effective 11-18ff, suited by testing ground, acts on good; new mark competitive and drop in trip okay. Good start for this yard when in the frame at Hamilton (1m3f) and here (1m4f) and he knuckled down well to score over 2m2f at Pontefract (also good) on Sunday; that was the first time he'd worn this headgear combination and he's respected under a 5lb penalty..
8	8 (8) (11/2 -10%) My Ballyquinn	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(8) My Ballyquinn 11/2, Travelled, improved again when second beaten a head off 80 last time, 4lb higher here; effective up to 12f, acts on sound surface; should stay this longer trip, respected. Progressive 3yo who landed three-runner event on his handicap debut at Hamilton (1m3f) in May and went very close to defying a 4lb rise in another small field at Doncaster one week ago; up another 4lb but there's plenty of stamina in the family and this trip can unlock more..
7	7 (7) (12/1 -85%) Draupnir	12 12/1(-85%)	(7) Draupnir 12/1, Ran to form beaten 3/4l off this mark at Hamilton last time; effective 7-9f, acts on soft and good to firm; mark still fair but stamina to prove up 5f in trip. 7f winner at Thirsk (soft) in September and he was back in that sort of form when close third at Hamilton (1m1f, good) three weeks ago; sire and damsire both influences for stamina but this marked step up in trip is still a little surprising..
5	5 (5) (12/1 -9%) Gibside	12 12/1(-9%)	(5) Gibside 12/1, Best form of 2026 beaten 3l off a 2lb higher mark at Catterick last time; effective up to 19f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; chance off a fair mark. Handles most surfaces and his eight wins include two here, latterly over 2m in 2024; last scored at Catterick (1m4f) off 3lb higher in October and after some lesser efforts this season he was much more competitive when third back there (1m6f) a fortnight ago; contender to step forward again and he's considered..
1	1 (1) (12/1 -9%) Rock N Roll Pinkie	12 12/1(-9%)	(1) Rock N Roll Pinkie 12/1, Out of depth when comfortably held in Bronte Cup Fillies' Stakes (Group 3) here last time; in good form prior; usually held up; effective 14-16f, acts on any; consistent staying handicapper. Progressive six-time winner whose last two successes came over 2m here (good to soft/good) in July and September; outclassed in a course Group 3 last month but had previously been running respectably and this return to handicaps will see her in much better light; considered..
4	4 (4) (22/1 -83%) Imperial Sovereign	22 22/1(-83%)	(4) Imperial Sovereign 22/1, Below form beaten 7l in a handicap at Chester last time; effective 12-16f, acts on any; needs more than of late off easing mark. No wins since an odds-on debut success for Karl Burke back in 2023 but he's run with credit on plenty of occasions; that wasn't the case at Chester last time, however, and on balance he's opposable despite this career-low mark..
2	2 (2) (33/1 -83%) Talismans Time	33 33/1(-83%)	(2) Talismans Time 33/1, Something amiss when pulled up in a handicap at Musselburgh latest; off a short-break; effective up to 13f on sound surface; all to prove for now. Lightly raced 4yo who won a Hamilton maiden (1m3f) and handicap (1m5f) on his first two starts of last year; finished tailed off in the Melrose over C\u0026D next time, however, and he weakened quickly before being dismounted at Musselburgh on his comeback; difficult to suggest after that..
6	6 (6) (33/1 -50%) Terrorise	33 33/1(-50%)	(6) Terrorise 33/1, Never in it from off the pace down the field in a handicap at Chester most recent; visor first time; usually held up; off a short-break; effective around 2m; bit to prove. Won here (2m, good to firm) in July but an 8lb rise signalled a reversal in his fortunes and he's beaten one horse in both starts this term; nothing wrong with this mark if the visor prompts a turnaround, though..

LTO Selection:

WHO'S LOPE has improved with every start to date and got off the mark in impressive fashion at Beverley a month ago. With the prospect of more to come, the son of Lope De Vega can defy an opening mark of 83 on his handicap debut. The recent Pontefract scorer Secret Force has to be noted, although a 5lb penalty demands more from him, while My Ballyquinn and Draupnir complete the shortlist.

15:38 York (Class 4) 13f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:45 Newcastle (Class 2) 6f - 14 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
8	8 (8) (11/4 +8%) Power Fizz	2.75 11/4(+8%)	(8) Power Fizz 11/4, Improved suited by stiff test down in trip back from break landing a handicap by 2l off a 7lb lower mark here last time; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 6-7f, acts on sound surface; progressive, should come on for latest. Progressive at 7f in 2025 and he returned from ten months off to run out an easy winner of a Class 3 handicap over C\u0026D (2-2 at Newcastle) in March; up 7lb but foolish to think he's not up to the task; stable won this in 2024..
7	7 (7) (9/2 +0%) Tuco Salamanca	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(7) Tuco Salamanca 9/2, Scored by 2l off a 6lb lower mark at Kempton penultimate start; too much to do but a solid effort sixth beaten 5 1/4l off 99 last time, 1lb lower here; significant jockey booking; suited by 6f, probably acts on any; in excellent form and return to AW will suit, mark demands more. Three runs at Newcastle, winning two of them and desperately unlucky in the 3yo handicap last Good Friday on the other; looked set for another productive season when scoring at Kempton in March and a subsequent York defeat shouldn't be used as conclusive evidence the handicapper has caught up; leading claims back on AW..
13	13 (13) (6/1 +25%) Al Najashi	6 6/1(+25%)	(13) Al Najashi 6/1, Scored by 2l off a 9lb lower mark here penultimate start; never threatened on turf return ninth beaten 8 1/4l off 94 last time, same mark here; effective at 6/7f, acts on AW; smart and hugely progressive until latest, could bounce back on AW. Form took off once handicapping in a tongue tie and his impressive C\u0026D win on Good Friday, his fifth on the bounce, was off 32lb higher than the first; progress ground to a halt on turf last month but not out of the question the return to AW will perk him back up..
4	4 (4) (15/2 -50%) Pocklington	7.5 15/2(-50%)	(4) Pocklington 15/2, Poorly placed to challenge on turf return beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap at York last time; effective 6/7f, acts on sound surface; can go well despite career-high mark, likes the track. Heavily backed when winning a 6f handicap at Southwell on New Year's Day; ran well over C\u0026D a fortnight later but short of his best twice since, including after wind surgery when eighth of 22 at York last month; returning to AW can help and seems highly likely to run his race..
1	1 (1) (9/1 +36%) Cool Hoof Luke	9 9/1(+36%)	(1) Cool Hoof Luke 9/1, Disappointing despite made plenty of use of comfortably held in Cathedral Stakes (Listed) at Salisbury last time; effective at 6/7f, all form on a sound surface; needs to settle, has retained ability and should bounce back. 2024 Gimcrack winner; good third at Lingfield on his belated reappearance before winning at Wolverhampton (7f, Listed; fine ride) in March; below par on turf twice since but likely to make a bold bid back on AW..
2	2 (2) (10/1 +55%) Fahrenheit Seven	10 10/1(+55%)	(2) Fahrenheit Seven 10/1, Stiff mark on turf return down the field in a handicap at York most recent; effective 5/6f, barely stays 7f, acts on soft, good and AW; hugely progressive but handicapper has caught up. Began the year with a pair of impressive 5f handicap wins on AW (here and at Southwell) and he didn't have ideal track position when finishing in midfield in a Naas Listed event in April; too bad to be true at York last time; equally effective at 5f and 6f; remains of interest..
6	6 (6) (12/1 -9%) Fivethousandtoone	12 12/1(-9%)	(6) Fivethousandtoone 12/1, Won this last year; bit free, below form beaten 6l in a handicap at Carlisle last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good to firm, better AW but mark reflects that; in very good heart on the all-weather over winter and may be well handicapped but must bounce back. Faced with his optimum conditions but he is 3lb higher than for his win in this race last summer; each-way claims once again..
5	5 (5) (12/1 +25%) Annaf	12 12/1(+25%)	(5) Annaf 12/1, No obvious excuse down the field in a handicap at Thirsk most recent; suited by 6/7f, acts on any; former Group winner, stiff mark unless returns to best 2025 form. Smart performer on his day; finished second in the Group 3 on this card 12 months ago and ended 2025 with an Ascot win at that level; it has been a mixed back so far in 2026 but he is edging down the weights and has too much ability to discount; accessories tried last month are now dispensed with..
12	12 (12) (12/1 +14%) Rapper's Delight	12 12/1(+14%)	(12) Rapper's Delight 12/1, No obvious excuse beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap at Meydan last time; visor first time; trainer in form; returning from a break; effective 6f on AW, good; UK form franked, stiff mark for return from Dubai. Improved with each of his 3yo starts, getting off the mark in a 5f novice at Southwell last September; ran creditably in Dubai earlier in the year without looking ahead of his mark; returns to action in a tough race and the new visor needs to have a positive effect..
14	14 (14) (20/1 -43%) Strike Red	20 20/1(-43%)	(14) Strike Red 20/1, Scored by a neck off a 1lb lower mark at Leicester in April; ran to form fourth beaten 3l off 88 last time, 1lb lower here; top course trainer; effective 6/7f, acts on any; form in and out, bit more needed to defy this mark. Twice a C\u0026D winner; ended losing run with a hard-fought success at Leicester in April and he ran creditably at Epsom on Derby day; minor money perhaps his best hope..
3	3 (3) (25/1 +24%) Caburn	25 25/1(+24%)	(3) Caburn 25/1, Below from back in a handicap down the field in a handicap at Haydock most recent; off a short-break; effective 6f, acts on good to soft and fast ground; inconsistent, mark looks stiff. Useful as 2yo sprinter; successful when sights lowered at Yarmouth last September and his third in a 6f Listed race at Doncaster (good to soft) in March was his best form; hard to call him well handicapped now though..
9	9 (9) (33/1 -106%) Knebworth	33 33/1(-106%)	(9) Knebworth 33/1, Ran to form beaten 2l off this mark at Kempton last time; off a short-break; effective 5/6f, suited by plenty of cut, acts on AW; thriving of late since returning to AW, career high mark to defy. Reliable operator on AW and after wins at Chelmsford and Wolverhampton he found only Tuco Salamanca too strong in his hat-trick bid in March; better off with that rival today but not sure he's quite so progressive..
11	11 (11) (40/1 -100%) Topwarrior	40 40/1(-100%)	(11) Topwarrior 40/1, Below form up in class, needed run down the field in a handicap at Epsom most recent; suited by 5/6f, acts on any; should come on for latest but unreliable. The addition of blinkers saw him take a good step forward when comfortably seeing off 17 rivals at Newbury (6f, soft) last October; absent until Derby day three weeks ago where he was never a threat; the blinkers now return and dangerous to underestimate him..
10	10 (10) (66/1 -136%) The Caltonian	66 66/1(-136%)	(10) The Caltonian 66/1, Stiff mark beaten 9l in a handicap here last time; top course jockey; off a short-break; effective 5-7f, all wins on AW; bounce back needed. Swept through from off the pace to win a good C\u0026D handicap in January; well beaten in two runs since and surprising if there weren't a few stronger in this field..

LTO Selection:

STRIKE RED rarely runs poorly at this venue and put in an encouraging effort when fourth at Epsom last time. With that in mind, the veteran should not be underestimated and gets the vote in a wide-open event. Power Fizz won over C&D in March and merits respect on his return, although a 7lb higher mark is a slight concern. Cool Hoof Luke has to be noted now switched to handicap company, while Fivethousandtoone and Al Najashi complete the shortlist.

15:45 Newcastle (Class 2) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:55 Curragh (Class 1) 10f - 8 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
9	9 (9) (8/11 +0%) Thundering On	0.727273 8/11(+0%)	(9) Thundering On 8/11, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; benefited from sitting off fast pace, quickened to win going away when winning Oaks (Group 1) at Epsom by 4l last time; effective 10-12f, acts on heavy and yielding; won the Oaks with something in hand and should follow up if handling the quicker ground. By Frankel, dam Thundering Nights won this event in 2021; Group 3-placed on second start at two; beaten favourite in a maiden on seasonal debut before comfortable win in a Group 3 at Navan (1m2f, good to yielding) in April; confidently ridden before taking full command in the final furlong in the Oaks; will be hard to beat if the ground is not too quick..
2	2 (2) (5/2 +29%) Estrange	2.5 5/2(+29%)	(2) Estrange 5/2, Did no more than necessary off a slow pace when winning Lester Piggott Fillies' Stakes (Group 3) at Carlisle by 1 1/2l last time; suited by 12f, acts on any; Group 1 filly, tricky hold-up ride but looks a huge player. Very talented 5yo who raced exclusively over 1m4f in her four races last year; won at Group 2/3 level at Haydock before excellent form in defeat in two Group 1s, second to Minnie Hauk at York and to Kalpana at Ascot; started the new season brightly with odds-on win at Carlisle (1m3f); handled quick ground then, but reckoned to be best on a slower surface..
6	6 (6) (8/1 +20%) Red Letter	8 8/1(+20%)	(6) Red Letter 8/1, Sweating but ran to form when second beaten 3/4l in Middleton Fillies' Stakes (Group 2) at York latest; effective 8-10f, acts on any; consistent high-class filly worth this step up in grade. Winner of a Listed race at Killarney (1m, soft) and Group 3 at this venue (1m1f, good to yielding) last summer; creditable third of 12 in C\u0026D Group 3 on reappearance in April; ran as well as could have been expected when second to the smart See The Fire in a four-runner Group 2 event at York last month..
4	4 (4) (12/1 -20%) One Look	12 12/1(-20%)	(4) One Look 12/1, Fair effort down to 1m off a break when fourth beaten 2l in Lanwades Stud Stakes (Group 2) here latest; effective 1m, suited by 10f, probably acts on any; consistent G2/3 performer but probably vulnerable at this level. Course Group 3 winner over 1m last year, but seems most effective at 1m2f, judged on her placed efforts in the Blandford Stakes and the Prix de l'Opéra (just in front of Wemightakedlongway); later, in rear in Ascot race in which Estrange was second; should be better for her run behind shorter-priced stablemate City of Memphis over 1m here last month..
8	8 (8) (14/1 +0%) Beautify	14 14/1(+0%)	(8) Beautify 14/1, Yard won this last year; better effort up to a mile second start back beaten 6l in Irish 1,000 Guineas (Group 1) here last time; top course jockey/trainer combination; stays 1m, bred for middle-distances, acts on yielding and good; best judged for now on 3yo form and needs more. Group 2 winner 6f at this venue last summer and close second to Precise in the Moyglare; well beaten in the Cheveley Park, and down the field in the Nell Gwyn on seasonal debut; tackled 1m for the first time when sixth of 11 in the Irish 1,000 Guineas; plenty of stamina in the family, but hard to make a case for her..
5	5 (5) (28/1 +30%) Qilin Queen	28 28/1(+30%)	(5) Qilin Queen 28/1, Ran to form back down in trip when fourth beaten 8l in Prix Aga Khan IV (Group 1) at Longchamp latest; suited by 10-12f, acts on easy and fast ground; high-class and generally consistent. Progressive last term, landing a Listed event at Newbury (1m2f, good to firm) and the Group 2 Prix de Malleret at Longchamp (1m4f, good to soft); struggled in the Yorkshire Oaks and Prix de l'Opéra; again set a stiff task on reappearance at Longchamp; up against it..
7	7 (7) (66/1 +0%) Wemightakedlongway	66 66/1(+0%)	(7) Wemightakedlongway 66/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; outpaced, needed stiffer test when fourth beaten 2 1/4l in Hill Of Tara Stakes (Listed) at Navan latest; visor first time; effective 10-12f, acts on soft and good; Group winner placed in Irish Oaks but yet to recapture 2025 form. Last season's best performances came in Group 1s, runner-up in the Irish Oaks (1m4f, good) and close fourth in the Prix de l'Opera at Longchamp (1m2f, very soft), just behind One Look; well held by Estrange on Ascot running; this season's form is unconvincing; visored now..
1	1 (1) (100/1 -25%) Carolina Jetstream	100 100/1(-25%)	(1) Carolina Jetstream 100/1, Ran to form despite being made too much use of beaten 6l in Duke Of Cambridge Stakes (Group 2) at Ascot last time; effective 7-10f, acts on on soft, fast ground and AW; progressive but vulnerable in this class. Four-time winner on AW; 0-6 on turf but had performed well on her last two starts; 66-1, made much of the running when second of 12 in a 1m Group 2 at this venue last month, with One Look in fourth; raced prominently before fading into fifth (of 15) in the Duke Of Cambridge Stakes at Royal Ascot; suited by quick ground..

LTO Selection:

THUNDERING ON has improved massively since stepping up in trip from a mile as she broke her maiden tag in the Salsabil at Navan before taking another giant step forward when a very impressive winner of the Oaks. The manner in which she quickened up at Epsom suggests the return to 1m2f will pose no problems for Joseph O'Brien's filly, who appears to have the world at her feet. Estrange boasts some excellent form against the likes of Minnie Hauk and Kalpana. She will appreciate any rain in the forecast and commands the utmost respect. Red Letter and One Look complete the shortlist.

15:55 Curragh (Class 1) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:10 Chester (Class 3) 7f - 9 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
8	8 (8) (7/2 +0%) Start Me Up	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(8) Start Me Up 7/2, Up in form landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 5lb lower mark here last time; trainer in form; effective 6/7f, acts on sound surface; fair mark. First run since being gelded when off the mark in 6f handicap here (soft) 15 days ago; led late on in a style which suggests he should be as effective back at 7f and the Richard Spencer stable continues in excellent form..
5	5 (5) (7/2 +65%) Astrazar	3.5 7/2(+65%)	(5) Astrazar 7/2, Still not back to best well beaten in a handicap at Carlisle latest; usually held up; effective 6/7f, acts on any; likeable, entitled to come on from first two runs of season. First start beyond 6f when winning Ffos Las maiden (7.3f, heavy) last September and followed up in last-gasp fashion in valuable EBF Final at York (7f, good) in October; never involved in two competitive handicaps this season but he met trouble on the first occasion and a slow start didn't help last time; will need to break better if he's to take advantage of his inside stall..
2	2 (2) (9/2 +18%) Do Bronxs	4.5 9/2(+18%)	(2) Do Bronxs 9/2, Up in form beaten 1 1/2l off this mark here last time; effective 6f, acts on a sound surface; fair effort here off 1lb higher two starts ago, could continue to follow upward trajectory. No wins since a 10-1 success on his debut at Ayr a year ago but he made a bold bid from the front when second in a quite valuable handicap over 7.5f here (good to soft) a fortnight ago; same mark today and dangerous if able to get loose on the front end again..
10	10 (10) (11/2 -38%) The Resdev Scholar	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(10) The Resdev Scholar 11/2, Return to better form beaten 1 1/2l off this mark here last time; wide draw; suited by 6/7f, acts on heavy, fast ground and AW; usually consistent and can bounce back. Completed a hat-trick at Doncaster (6f, heavy; also won on good) in November and continued in very good form when placed in four handicaps this season, including second over 7.5f here (soft) 15 days ago; should be thereabouts again..
4	4 (4) (7/1 +22%) First Time	7 7/1(+22%)	(4) First Time 7/1, Yard has won 2 of last 6 runnings of race; ran more or less to form beaten 3 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at York last time; effective 6/7f on sound surface; should come on for return. Left his stable debut well behind when sixth of 22 in traditionally strong York handicap (6f, good) a fortnight ago; the way he kept on in the closing stages suggests this return to 7f may suit; considered..
1	1 (1) (15/2 -25%) Sovereign Ocean	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(1) Sovereign Ocean 15/2, Slip in form beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Sandown last time; effective 7f, acts on a sound surface; light-framed but attractive colt, bit more to come. Lightly raced sort who made a winning start for Marco Botti in 7f Wolverhampton handicap on Boxing Day; faded as if possibly needing his first outing since when sixth of ten at Sandown (7f, good) 14 days ago; entitled to come on for the run..
6	6 (6) (12/1 -20%) Cool Molly	12 12/1(-20%)	(6) Cool Molly 12/1, Scored by 2 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark at Southwell in April; still in relatively bad form sixth beaten 2 1/4l off 81 last time, 1lb lower here; wide draw; effective stiff 5-7f, most form on AW; promise on turf debut here in May, still needs to bounce back though. A four-time AW winner (from 5f to 7f) this year and ran really well when third over 7.5f here (good) in May; too keen when well held in big-field Goodwood handicap (7f) but looked back in form when sixth of 12 at York (6f, good) 15 days ago; drawn widest..
7	7 (7) (14/1 -133%) Bright Summer	14 14/1(-133%)	(7) Bright Summer 14/1, Slip in form beaten 10l in a novice at Salisbury last time; in good form prior and won last month; top course trainer; wide draw; effective at 7f on good; debut form franked, bit more to come. Built upon the promise of her debut fourth at Newbury (7f, good) in April when winning maiden at Lingfield (7f, AW) last month; had soft ground as excuse for a disappointing run under a penalty at Salisbury 18 days ago; retains unexposed potential now handicapping..
3	3 (3) (14/1 +0%) Daydreama	14 14/1(+0%)	(3) Daydreama 14/1, Kept to same level of previous run beaten 7l in a handicap at York last time; effective 6/7f, acts on good to soft and good; bounce back needed. Has a very mixed record across his 11 starts; good second in 7f handicap at the York Dante meeting in May but has failed to reproduce it in two subsequent outings..

LTO Selection:

Start Me Up struck by just under a length over 6f here and holds an obvious chance in his bid to follow up, but it may pay to side with ASTRAZAR. Ed Walker's gelding was never dangerous when seventh in the Silver Bowl at Carlisle last month, but he goes off a 2lb lower mark and will find this easier. Handicap debutant Bright Summer is one to watch in the betting.

16:10 Chester (Class 3) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:15 York (Class 4) 6f - 14 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (4/5 +54%) Hallo Spaceboy	0.8 4/5(+54%)	(3) Hallo Spaceboy 4/5, Improved, good attitude beaten a neck off a 5lb lower mark at Ascot last time; significant jockey booking; off a short-break; effective at 5/6f, acts on good and AW; progressive sort, can go well again. Consistent in first four starts, including an AW 5f win in November, but he took it up a notch when a neck second of 19 at Ascot (6f, good) seven weeks ago; raised 5lb but he's a leading contender..
5	5 (5) (5/1 +17%) Invincible Boy	5 5/1(+17%)	(5) Invincible Boy 5/1, Improved to get off the mark when winning a novice at Pontefract by 2 1/4l last time; off a short-break; effective at 6f, acts on heavy and good; more to come now handicapping. Very promising debut when 50-1 second in C\u0026D novice (good) in October and heavy ground was a plausible excuse when he underwhelmed next time; scored with authority on his return in Pontefract novice (6f, good to soft) nearly twelve weeks ago; not seen since but this opening mark looks fair and he's much respected..
11	11 (11) (7/1 -8%) Percy's Star	7 7/1(-8%)	(11) Percy's Star 7/1, Improved a little to get off the mark down to 5f landing a handicap by 3 1/2l off a 8lb lower mark at Leicester last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good and fast ground; new mark asks more but looks progressive. Stays this trip; displayed improved form on his handicap debut when making all to beat five others comfortably at Leicester (5f, good) in first-time cheekpieces (retained) 19 days ago; 8lb rise to deal with in a better race but he could be capable of better again and can't be discounted..
12	12 (12) (10/1 +17%) Explosive Finnish	10 10/1(+17%)	(12) Explosive Finnish 10/1, Ran to form upped to 6f beaten 3/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Chester last time; trainer in form; effective 5/6f, acts on good and AW; consistent since going handicapping. He was stuck in the placings when running well this spring and again couldn't quite put it to bed when runner-up at Chester (6f, soft; acts on quicker) a fortnight ago; mark is creeping up but it would be no surprise to see him in the thick of it once more..
13	13 (13) (10/1 +38%) Logi Bear	10 10/1(+38%)	(13) Logi Bear 10/1, Ran to form beaten a length off a 1lb lower mark at Thirsk last time; usually held up; suited by 6f, acts on good, likes some give; chance if building on latest. Didn't really build on a good start for Richard Hannon and he took a couple of goes to warm up for this yard; much better last time, however, when second of 13 at Thirsk (6f, good) three weeks ago; now he needs to kick on from that..
2	2 (2) (12/1 +25%) Kinnalargy	12 12/1(+25%)	(2) Kinnalargy 12/1, Back to form, showed benefit of return beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Thirsk last time; effective 5/6f on a sound surface; not ruled out. A fairly useful 5f juvenile winner who reappeared having been gelded with a modest effort here in May; much better a fortnight later when fifth of 12 at Thirsk (also 5f, good); stays 6f and could step forward again..
6	6 (6) (14/1 +0%) Arduis Invicta	14 14/1(+0%)	(6) Arduis Invicta 14/1, Ran to form beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Musselburgh last time; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface; step back up in trip a plus. She was dropped to this grade when running well for second at Musselburgh (5f, good) three weeks ago; same mark and stays this trip so she ought to be on the premises..
9	9 (9) (16/1 -100%) Mr Noble	16 16/1(-100%)	(9) Mr Noble 16/1, Confirmed debut promise when second beaten 3 1/2l in a novice at Wolverhampton latest; effective 6f on AW; more to come now handicapping on turf. Sent off 5-4 when beating six rivals on his debut at Newcastle in December; that race contained subsequent winner but he was turned over at 8-15 when second on his return at Wolverhampton (again 6f, AW) this month; slightly caught napping that day and he brings plenty of potential to this turf/handicap debut..
4	4 (4) (16/1 +43%) Rikki Tiki Tavi	16 16/1(+43%)	(4) Rikki Tiki Tavi 16/1, Never in it from off the pace down the field in a handicap at Thirsk most recent; off a short-break; suited by 5f, stays 6f, likes fast ground; mark easing but needs more. A good start to his career included a Thirsk maiden (5f, good to firm) win in August but his form tailed off (mitigating circumstances) subsequently and he was never a factor when beating one home on his return at Thirsk in April; off since..
10	10 (10) (20/1 -43%) Million Gold	20 20/1(-43%)	(10) Million Gold 20/1, Every chance, looked beaten on merit when 4l third in a novice at Newcastle most recent run; cheekpieces first time; top course jockey; suited by 6f, acts on AW; useful, may still progress. Nicely backed 100-30 shot when going in first time at Kempton in December but he was another to suffer an odds-on reversal on his second start when third at Newcastle (also 6f, AW) the following month; subsequent absence suggests there may have been an excuse and he's an interesting contender on this turf and handicap debut; cheekpieces go on..
1	1 (1) (28/1 -12%) Evening Blues	28 28/1(-12%)	(1) Evening Blues 28/1, Below form well beaten in a handicap at Musselburgh latest; effective 7/8f, acts on good, fast ground and AW; drop to 6f an interesting move. 1m AW maiden winner in November for Ger Lyons; encouraging stable debut when beaten just over 2l at Wetherby (7f, good to firm) in April but it all went wrong when racing far too freely over 1m1f three weeks ago; takes a sharp drop in trip..
14	14 (14) (40/1 -122%) Bye Law	40 40/1(-122%)	(14) Bye Law 40/1, Ran to form beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Ripon last time; cheekpieces first time; effective at 6f, acts on sound surface; needs more. Won Ayr maiden and Redcar novice last summer; 0-8 in handicaps but he's started to knock on the door from this reduced mark with a pair of third-place finishes this month; this is a better race but newly applied cheekpieces might eke out more..
8	8 (8) (50/1 -79%) Bleep Test	50 50/1(-79%)	(8) Bleep Test 50/1, Below form again beaten 3l off a 3lb higher mark at Hamilton last time; returning from long layoff; effective 5/6f; might need this. 6f Redcar maiden winner whose best form came when runner up here (5f, good to firm) and at Pontefract (6f, good) in June; not beaten far on her handicap debut at Hamilton the following month but subsequently absent; look for market support on this comeback..
15	15 (15) (80/1 -142%) Von Trotter	80 80/1(-142%)	(15) Von Trotter 80/1, Below form well beaten in a handicap at Redcar latest; suited by 5f/6f, acts on AW, goes well in front; all to prove for now. Finished runner-up on his first three starts over 5f/6f on AW but his turf form isn't comparable, including when beaten 12l in a visor (discarded) last Friday; others hold more pressing claims..

LTO Selection:

Invincible Boy shed his maiden tag at Pontefract on his return to the fray and is one to watch in the betting market on his first outing in a handicap. However, HALLO SPACEBOY has only found one too good in both of his starts in handicap company so far and could take a step forward to go one better. Arduis Invicta and Leicester scorer Percy's Star are others to consider.

16:15 York (Class 4) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:23 Newcastle (Class 2) 5f - 7 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (5/4 +55%) Barnaby Rudge	1.25 5/4(+55%)	(1) Barnaby Rudge 5/4, Overcame early greenness, very promising effort 1 1/4l winner in a novice at Nottingham on debut; effective 5f, acts on good to soft; debut form looks modest but stiff track should suit. It wasn't the strongest Nottingham (5f, good to soft) novice that he won on his debut 16 days ago but he did it easily and that despite greenness; always encouraging when one from the yard wins first time out; strong claims despite a 6lb penalty..
7	7 (7) (11/4 +17%) Knock Three Times	2.75 11/4(+17%)	(7) Knock Three Times 11/4, Ran to form just out-battled late when second beaten 5 1/2l in a maiden at Goodwood latest; effective 6f, acts on good; latest form franked at Group level, should find a race soon. Both runs over 6f on good ground; her debut second hasn't really worked out and although it appeared a backwards step when beaten over 5l at Goodwood five weeks ago, the winner ran a fine race at Royal Ascot; this stiff 5f should be fine and she is one to take seriously..
5	5 (5) (5/1 -67%) Papercut	5 5/1(-67%)	(5) Papercut 5/1, Yard won this last year; 23 Jan; Night Of Thunder colt; dam high-class at 6f for these connections; top trainer; market should reveal more. First foal of a multiple 6f winner (including the Group 3 Chipchase Stakes run on this card five years ago), herself from a good family; looks the part on paper and he's the most interesting of the newcomers..
4	4 (4) (6/1 +33%) Hell Of A Spin	6 6/1(+33%)	(4) Hell Of A Spin 6/1, 7 Apr; 75,000 euros breeze-up purchase by Naval Crown; half-brother to Smokey Bear, very useful over 6f including at 2yo and won on debut; dam poor at 12f; trainer in form and can get them ready first time. 65,000euros yearling, 75,000euros breeze-up 2yo; fourth foal; half-brother to 6f winner Smokey Bear (including 2yo/AW/Hong Kong; RPR 102); dam French 12.5f AW winner (70), half-sister to US 1m2f Grade 1 winner Shamdinan and Australian 1m4f Group 2 winner Shahwardi; by a speed influence but the bottom line of his pedigree raises slight doubts over 5f..
2	2 (2) (14/1 -40%) Bacha	14 14/1(-40%)	(2) Bacha 14/1 20,000euros yearling, £80,000 breeze-up 2yo; third foal; dam placed 5f/5.7f (RPR 69), half-sister to winners Spiritual Star (useful 7f-8.6f including 2yo) and Lady Princess (6f 2yo Listed); stable's newcomers often better for a run but they have had a newcomer win on AW this season..
3	3 (3) (16/1 -167%) Flashing Star	16 16/1(-167%)	(3) Flashing Star 16/1, Outpaced, showed minor promise beaten 4l in a maiden at Beverley on debut; off a short-break; well fancied on debut so should be capable of better but may need stiffer test. Too green to do himself justice on his debut at Beverley (5f, good to soft) but he was staying on well when the penny dropped and would have snatched third in a couple more strides; although that was a lowly Band D maiden, he was notably strong in the market and should be capable of better; sire's progeny have a much better record on AW than turf so cause for optimism there too; this does look warmer though..
6	6 (6) (22/1 -83%) Taj Mahal Palace	22 22/1(-83%)	(6) Taj Mahal Palace 22/1, 10 Apr; £30,000 breeze-up purchase by Palace Pier; half-brother to Golden Rainbow, very useful at 6f; rivals set good standard; best watched. 22,500gns yearling, £30,000 breeze-up 2yo (private sale); sixth foal; half-brother to winners Knebworth (5f-6f including AW 2yo; RPR 98) and Golden Rainbow (5f including 2yo/AW; 77); dam unraced half-sister to prolific 5f winner Archimedes, out of 6f Listed winner; stable's only 2yo winner this season came in a seller..

LTO Selection:

Barnaby Rudge made his way through the field to score in ready fashion on his introduction at Nottingham and is likely to have his supporters, but KNOCK THREE TIMES might just get the better of him. Jamie Osborne's filly has shown ability so far, taking the silver medal home on both appearances, and she could take a step forward to go one better. Any market support behind newcomer Papercut would be interesting.

16:23 Newcastle (Class 2) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:30 Curragh 10f - 13 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds
5	5 (5) (2/1 +50%) Fixation	2 2/1(+50%)	(5) Fixation 2/1, Ran to form up in class beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; in good form prior; cheekpieces first time; trainer in form; effective 8-11f, acts on good and AW; consistent in short career. Won over the extended version of this trip at Dundalk last November on stable debut; second over 1m at the same venue on final start last year; resumed with another 1m second at Leopardstown; not beaten far in a 20-runner contest here last time, definite chance on overall form; cheekpieces fitted..
10	10 (10) (4/1 +11%) Great Mover	4 4/1(+11%)	(10) Great Mover 4/1, Ran to form, well placed in race dominated from front beaten 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Leopardstown last time; effective 7-10f, suited by cut, acts on good; chance in this. Only win from 22 starts came on heavy ground at Gowran last September; failed to retrieve her best form in her first four outings this term, including a Leopardstown race won by Diamond Exchange; placed twice at Leopardstown since then, both races run on soft; capable 7lb claimer.
1	1 (1) (6/1 -80%) Touch The Moon	6 6/1(-80%)	(1) Touch The Moon 6/1, Far too free in front, didn't get home down the field in a maiden hurdle at Listowel most recent; effective 2m; effective 2m over hurdles, 10-12f on Flat, sound surface suits; inconsistent dual purpose performer, mark high enough. Three-time winner on the Flat on good/good to firm ground; some useful runs in defeat over hurdles; something amiss over hurdles last time; started Flat campaign with a good run over 1m4f at Leopardstown..
13	13 (13) (6/1 +25%) Cooley's Mist	6 6/1(+25%)	(13) Cooley's Mist 6/1, Ran to form down to 9f 5 1/2l third in a handicap at Leopardstown most recent run; effective 9-10f, acts on heavy and good; chance if building on latest. Fourth of 21 on C\u0026D handicap debut last summer was his best run for Natalia Lupini; no show on last month's Roscommon comeback; much better when a long-priced third at Leopardstown; relatively unexposed and could feature with 7lb off..
2	2 (2) (9/1 -64%) Clear Quartz	9 9/1(-64%)	(2) Clear Quartz 9/1, Ran to form suited by positive ride down in trip back from break beaten 3/4l off this mark at Leopardstown last time; effective 8-12f, suited by plenty of give; in form, still relatively unexposed over middle distances. Record of 6-37 on turf; best form at Galway, the scene of three of his wins; in contrast, he has a weak Curragh record, unplaced in eight visits; pleasing second at Leopardstown recently on seasonal debut; a reproduction would put him in the mix..
11	11 (11) (9/1 0%) Senna's Girl	9 9/1(0%)	(11) Senna's Girl 9/1, Too much to do ridden to see out the trip but ran to form beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Gowran Park last time; usually held up; effective 7-9f, acts on heavy and good; unexposed at 10f, fair mark if building on latest. 0-16 but placed five times; good runs back-to-back when fourth and third at Leopardstown and Limerick in April (both yielding); poor run on good ground on penultimate start, more like it on an easier surface last time; stable had a winner at Naas this week..
4	4 (4) (11/1 -29%) Diamond Exchange	11 11/1(-29%)	(4) Diamond Exchange 11/1, Scored by a head off a 4lb lower mark at Leopardstown penultimate start; outpaced, unsuited by drop in trip eighth beaten 15l off 81 last time, same mark here; suited by 10/11f, acts on yielding, good and AW; mark may be high enough. Won AW maiden in January; returned to turf with good efforts in 1m2f handicaps at Leopardstown; soft ground may not have been ideal at the same venue on latest; good chance here for Sophie Carter who won this event in 2024 for Gordon Elliott..
6	6 (6) (11/1 +31%) Ob La Di	11 11/1(+31%)	(6) Ob La Di 11/1, Made too much use of well beaten in a handicap at Gowran Park latest; trainer in form; effective 10-12f, acts on good and yielding, ran well on heavy debut; inconsistent of late. Won over an extended 1m2f at Naas last August on good ground; not suited by heavy ground on her final two starts; in rear on soft on return; much better when fourth at Leopardstown but poor again at Gowran; stablemate Fixation appeals more..
7	7 (7) (12/1 +64%) Genoah	12 12/1(+64%)	(7) Genoah 12/1, Below form, might not have full seen out 14f beaten 7 1/2l in a handicap here last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 10-12f, suited by AW; yet to show himself as good on turf. All four wins on AW; weak turf record (0-6) is a concern; booking of the very experienced Siobhan Rutledge is the main positive; new headgear combination..
8	8 (8) (40/1 -100%) Voice Of Reason	40 40/1(-100%)	(8) Voice Of Reason 40/1, Another poor turf run well beaten in a handicap at Fairyhouse latest; effective 10-16f, acts on AW; in form until latest couple, bit to prove on the grass. Much better record on AW (three wins from nine starts); 1-11 on turf and needs to improve on recent efforts; very capable claimer booked..
12	12 (12) (40/1 -82%) Rocket Robyn	40 40/1(-82%)	(12) Rocket Robyn 40/1, Flattened out up in trip beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap at Leopardstown last time; effective 7-9f, acts with give; bounce back needed and stamina to prove. Maiden whose best run last season was on heavy ground; unplaced in two handicaps this term and held by Great Mover based on a clash at Leopardstown..
3	3 (3) (40/1 -21%) Musical Act	40 40/1(-21%)	(3) Musical Act 40/1, Didn't handle the soft ground well beaten in a handicap at Leopardstown latest; visor first time; effective 7-9f, acts on sound surface; ex-Godolphin, Listed-placed in US, working way down to a fair mark. Won two Kempton novices at 7f/1m in 2023; close up in Grade 3 at Keeneland in April 2024; no better than fourth in eight runs (six on AW) since joining this yard; well held by Clear Quartz on Leopardstown running; hard to fancy despite having a top apprentice aboard..
9	9 (9) (50/1 -52%) Earthwatch	50 50/1(-52%)	(9) Earthwatch 50/1, Carried out in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 1m, acts on good, good to firm; 1m Flat winner showed useful form in UK but inconsistent, needs more off this mark. Sandown 1m handicap winner for William Haggas (1m, good); poor in a claimer and two maiden hurdles for new yard, though mishap when carried out early at Clonmel last time; cheekpieces added to tongue-tie worn since joining this yard..

LTO Selection:

FIXATION wasn't disgraced over C&D in May and gets the vote in this open-looking handicap on suitably fast ground. The handicapper dropped him 1lb for that effort and the addition of cheekpieces are likely to aid his cause. Diamond Exchange should appreciate a return to a sounder surface, having disappointed on soft ground at Leopardstown recently, while able handicapper Clear Quartz is respected after finishing second on his return at Leopardstown.

16:30 Curragh 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:45 Chester (Class 3) 10f - 8 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (9/4 +10%) City Queen	2.25 9/4(+10%)	(5) City Queen 9/4, Still in good form landing a handicap by a head off a 5lb lower mark at Sandown last time; effective 7-9f, good to firm and acts on AW; progressing, good chance here. Has won two of her last three races, the first at Southwell, the latest at Sandown (good); both were over 1m, but bred to be much better suited by 1m2f and further improvement likely..
7	7 (7) (9/4 +59%) Hoseki	2.25 9/4(+59%)	(7) Hoseki 9/4, Up in form when winning a maiden at Redcar by 3/4l last time; middle-distance bred; open to marked improvement now handicapping. Unexposed; off the mark when beating a subsequent winner in a Redcar maiden last month (1m2f, good to firm); further progress likely; chance on handicap debut..
4	4 (4) (11/2 +15%) Patagonia Girl	5.5 11/2(+15%)	(4) Patagonia Girl 11/2, Won this last year; landed a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark here penultimate start; made too much use of latest; effective 10-12f, acts on sound surface; progressive handicapper making step down from Listed level. Won twice last year, the first on good to firm at Salisbury, the second over C\u0026D in June (good); also successful over 1m4f here in May; below-par in a Group 3 at Carlisle last time, but could bounce back..
3	3 (3) (15/2 -7%) Model Yuko	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(3) Model Yuko 15/2, Outclassed but close to form well beaten in Prix de Liancourt (Listed) at Longchamp latest; in good form prior; trainer in form; returning from long layoff; stays 10f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; interesting back in a handicap. Made all to win Wolverhampton maiden last June (8.5f) and was a close third in a Goodwood handicap for fillies next time (1m2f, good); first run on fast ground and first run of the season, but could go well..
1	1 (1) (15/2 -67%) Likealot	7.5 15/2(-67%)	(1) Likealot 15/2, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; back to winning ways having landed a handicap by 4l off a 7lb lower mark at Lingfield last time; effective 10-12f; consistent but might not like the ground. Won two of her nine races last year, both on the AW, the second by 3.75l when stepped up to 1m4f on final start (cheekpieces on for second time); also has decent form on turf; could go well, but better over 1m4f, lacks a recent run and on a career-high mark..
6	6 (6) (9/1 -29%) Winged One	9 9/1(-29%)	(6) Winged One 9/1, Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; up in form when second beaten 7l in a handicap here latest; cheekpieces first time; top course trainer; stays 1m, should get further, acts on good and AW; quite small and bit to prove in good company now. Won a five-runner Newcastle novice last October; highly tried on first two starts this term, but beaten 7l when second in C\u0026D handicap on soft ground last time (winner won since); cheekpieces now tried; each-way chance..
8	8 (8) (9/1 -6%) Bearin Up	9 9/1(-6%)	(8) Bearin Up 9/1, Back up in form landing a handicap by a neck off a 3lb lower mark at Hamilton last time; suited by 8/9f, acts on a sound surface; generally consistent and not ruled out if getting a clear passage. Has won two of her last three races, both at around 1m on good, at Newmarket and Hamilton; 3lb higher than last time; not sure the step back up to 1m2f is ideal, although fair run on previous try at the trip..
2	2 (2) (25/1 -25%) Ciara Pearl	25 25/1(-25%)	(2) Ciara Pearl 25/1, Ground might not have suited down the field in Gillies Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Doncaster most recent; in relatively good form prior; effective 10f, acts on any; improvement needed. Won a Nottingham handicap over 1m2f on third start last season (good to firm); several good runs without winning after that; lacks a recent run and seems high enough in the ratings at present..

LTO Selection:

Winged One was beaten seven lengths by a subsequent winner over track and trip and may get closer off a 2lb lower rating. However, CITY QUEEN made it two from three in handicap company at Sandown and this step up in trip promises to unlock further improvement. Off just a 5lb higher figure, she looks the one to beat. Likealot won readily at Lingfield when last seen and isn't ruled out either.

16:45 Chester (Class 3) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:50 York (Class 4) 10f - 14 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (11/4 +17%) Pearl Eye	2.75 11/4(+17%)	(7) Pearl Eye 11/4, Ran to form when third beaten 3/4l off 74 last time, 1lb higher here; suited by 7-9f, acts on any; well worth this return to 10f, in fine form. Only his third run for Jim Goldie when scoring at Hamilton (1m1f, good) and off a 2lb rise he was a closing third over 1m1f here (good) when not assisted by his track position; bang in form and should run well..
11	11 (11) (9/2 +31%) No Knee Never	4.5 9/2(+31%)	(11) No Knee Never 9/2, Below form when fifth beaten 9l off 71 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 7-10f, acts on heavy, yielding and AW; remains 5lb above last win mark. Thoroughly exposed 5yo who was in fair form until here last time when never involved from off the pace; has never won off this high a mark but what does bode well is that his last three wins have come in amateur races under Henry Callan who is back aboard for the first time since his last win in April; the cheekpieces also return after going in a new hood last time..
8	8 (8) (5/1 +55%) Glistening Nights	5 5/1(+55%)	(8) Glistening Nights 5/1, Below form well beaten in a handicap here latest; suited by 10f and a sound surface, doesn't like soft; chance if bouncing back. This trip on fast ground suits and every chance with a repeat of his two runs at Ripon; took a backward step here two weeks ago but he has C\u0026D form and could run well..
1	1 (1) (6/1 +14%) Hengest	6 6/1(+14%)	(1) Hengest 6/1, Below form on softer ground when eighth beaten 24l off 82 last time, same mark here; cheekpieces first time; effective 9-12f, acts on good and good to firm; on a roll until latest, chance back on quicker ground. Progressive for this yard and was unbeaten in handicaps until an excusable defeat on rain-hit ground at Epsom; probably still on a fair mark and trip/ground will be ideal; cheekpieces added..
4	4 (4) (15/2 +6%) Double Parked	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(4) Double Parked 15/2, Ran to form tried in a tongue-tie beaten a head off this mark at Redcar last time; enjoys making it; effective 7/8f, acts on a sound surface; stamina to prove stepping back up in trip. Appeared to be found wanting for stamina over C\u0026D two runs back but that was a warm handicap and he's since gone down narrowly in a Class 3 over 1m at Redcar (good; new tongue-tie), where he wasn't stopping; races up with the pace and firmly in the reckoning..
2	2 (2) (16/1 +0%) Machete	16 16/1(+0%)	(2) Machete 16/1, Below form when 15l third in a handicap at Newcastle most recent run; off a short-break; effective 10-13f, arguably better beyond 10f, acts on good to soft and AW; needs more back on turf. Not as good as he was in France and last two runs have been well below his best; however, on too good a mark to dismiss and inmates from this yard can return to form from nowhere..
10	10 (10) (16/1 +20%) Caph Star	16 16/1(+20%)	(10) Caph Star 16/1, Step back in right direction fifth beaten 4 1/4l off 73 last time, 1lb lower here; effective at 8-11f, acts on good and AW; needs more. 1m2f winner on good ground at Nottingham in April (4lb lower) but has dropped his guard the last twice and he's been contesting Class 5s, so this demands a fair bit more even if back in the groove..
13	13 (13) (18/1 -29%) Spirit Catcher	18 18/1(-29%)	(13) Spirit Catcher 18/1, Never in it from off the pace when eighth beaten 8l off 64 last time, same mark here; effective 8-12f, acts on any; step back up in trip a plus. Unlike him to miss the break as last time and had been running well from 1m1f to 1m4f; the concerns are that he does look high enough in the weights and this is tougher than usual..
6	6 (6) (20/1 -43%) Spirit Genie	20 20/1(-43%)	(6) Spirit Genie 20/1, Never in it from off the pace beaten 7 1/2l in a handicap at Chester last time; suited by 7/8f, acts on good, likes give; stamina to prove over this far. Five-time winner on a handy mark but it's been a quiet start to this season and, even if back on song, looks vulnerable to stronger stayers over this far; the return of a visor might be no bad thing..
14	14 (14) (20/1 +20%) Sisterandbrother	20 20/1(+20%)	(14) Sisterandbrother 20/1, Below form when fifth beaten 6 1/2l off 62 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 10-12f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; needs more. 2-6 for this yard but both wins were at 1m4f at Class 6 level; looks worth taking on, for all that his last race on the AW didn't go entirely to plan..
5	5 (5) (20/1 +20%) Ben Lawers	20 20/1(+20%)	(5) Ben Lawers 20/1, Bit keen but ran to form beaten 5l in a handicap at Leopardstown last time; effective 8-10f, acts on good and AW; consistent enough. Won a 1m AW maiden in Ireland and was close up in a 1m Lingfield handicap three starts ago; however, not so good on his final two runs for Jessica Harrington and sold on for 5,000gns..
12	12 (12) (25/1 -56%) Theme Park	25 25/1(-56%)	(12) Theme Park 25/1, Never involved beaten 8l in a handicap at Newcastle last time; effective 8-10f, suited by a sound surface; dropping in weights but needs more tried in cheekpieces. Potentially very well handicapped but that's for a reason as last season was mostly underwhelming; off since November..
9	9 (9) (25/1 +38%) Urban Road	25 25/1(+38%)	(9) Urban Road 25/1, Bit keen, below form down the field in a handicap here most recent; suited by 8-10f, should get further, acts on good to firm and AW; bounce back needed. He's 8-50 on the AW and only 1-13 on turf; he was bang there over this far and off this mark at Redcar in April but he's another in here on a recovery mission after two lesser efforts..
3	3 (3) (50/1 +0%) Midnight Strike	50 50/1(+0%)	(3) Midnight Strike 50/1, Never in it from off the pace down the field in a handicap here most recent; effective 6/7f, likes cut; stamina to prove going beyond 1m for the first time. 0-14 since a successful debut for Joseph O'Brien; well down the field in all three runs for this yard, all at 7f; good bit to prove and he's unraced beyond a mile..

LTO Selection:

Hengest failed to complete the four-timer when well beaten into eighth at Epsom at the start of the month, but he now has cheekpieces applied and will find this easier. Even so, PEARL EYE looks the way to go. Jim Goldie's gelding finished a close third over slightly shorter at this venue recently and if running to a similar level, he could make it two wins from his last three starts. Previous course winner Theme Park completes the shortlist.

16:50 York (Class 4) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:58 Newcastle (Class 5) 12f - 13 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (2/1 +27%) Big Win	2 2/1(+27%)	(5) Big Win 2/1, Ran to form handling the softer ground landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Chepstow last time; effective up to 2m, acts on good to firm, soft and AW; can go well again if building on latest few starts. Fairly lightly raced 4yo who left Harry Charlton after an underwhelming effort over C\u0026D in October; swiftly in the groove for this yard and he followed encouraging second at Bath (1m6f, good to firm) in May by landing breakthrough success at Chepstow (1m4f, soft) three weeks ago; acts on Tapeta and he's firmly considered up 5lb..
1	1 (1) (7/2 +13%) Sure And Stedfast	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(1) Sure And Stedfast 7/2, Ran to form up in trip, did plenty early beaten 1 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Hamilton last time; effective 8-11f, acts on good to soft and good to firm; form in and out but threat on latest. Two-time turf winner (1m1f/1m2f) who arrives in good nick after two solid placed efforts at Hamilton (1m3f/1m5f); hasn't shone in two starts here but otherwise he's more solid than most..
6	6 (6) (7/2 +46%) Jujubella	3.5 7/2(+46%)	(6) Jujubella 7/2, Ran to form but needed stiffer test beaten 1 1/4l off this mark at Hamilton last time; effective 10-12f, acts on any; hinted at revival last twice, fair mark if building on that. Not at the top of her game this season but she's dropped down the weights and took a step back in the right direction when fifth at Hamilton (1m5f, good) three weeks ago; creditable third of four at Hamilton on Thursday; three wins here include one at this trip and she warrants a good look..
11	11 (11) (15/2 -15%) It's Only Fun	7.5 15/2(-15%)	(11) It's Only Fun 15/2, Scored by 3/4l off a 5lb lower mark at Southwell penultimate start; ran to form but bit too much to do off steady pace second beaten 1/2l off 61 last time, 1lb higher here; effective 8-12f, acts on soft and good; chance if building on latest couple of runs. Was having just his third go on AW when taking a Southwell handicap (1m3f, Tapeta) last month and he backed it up with slightly unlucky second at Doncaster (1m4f, good to firm) three weeks ago; 1lb nudge looks no bother at all and he's near the top of the list..
7	7 (7) (15/2 +25%) Golspie	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(7) Golspie 15/2, Too much to do at sharp track having missed break, ran to form beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Chester last time; suited by 10-12f, acts on most going; on a competitive mark still, consistent. AW regular who scored here (1m2f) in December and was a solid second over C\u0026D in March; blew the start but ran respectably when fourth on turf at Chester a fortnight ago and he's handicapped to be competitive again..
4	4 (4) (9/1 -13%) Romantic Spirit	9 9/1(-13%)	(4) Romantic Spirit 9/1, Every chance, bit below form beaten 6l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; effective 10-11f, suited by AW; bounce back needed. Four-time AW winner at up to 1m3f but she's disappointed in both starts this year; has dipped below her last winning mark, however, so can't be confidently ruled out tackling this trip for the first time..
3	3 (3) (12/1 -9%) Arth's Gold	12 12/1(-9%)	(3) Arth's Gold 12/1, Scored by 3l off a 6lb lower mark at Southwell three starts back; ran to form, challenged too soon sixth beaten 7l off 67 last time, same mark here; effective 7-12f, acts on AW; in form, mark demands more. Capable of the odd howler but he opened his account in Southwell handicap (1m4f, Tapeta) in April and similar form when third in an amateur riders' race back there three weeks later; wasn't at his best in another amateur riders' race last time but he's recovered from blips before..
12	12 (12) (16/1 +0%) Elemental Eye	16 16/1(+0%)	(12) Elemental Eye 16/1, Ran to form 15l third in a handicap at Musselburgh most recent run; blinkers first time; suited by 14f+, acts on soft and good to firm; remains 1lb above last win mark but in fair form. 0-5 on AW and he was never a threat over C\u0026D in March; remote third over 2m at Musselburgh (good) three weeks ago and he now drops back in trip with added blinkers..
14	14 (14) (16/1 +0%) Billy Bathgate	16 16/1(+0%)	(14) Billy Bathgate 16/1, Too much to do behind all the way winner having missed the break beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; usually held up; off a short-break; effective 14-16f, acts on any; consistent, can go well again if settling. Four wins last season included two here at 2m; never figured in this race last term but he's been in the frame all nine starts this year and was unlucky when fifth at this track in December on his last go at 1m4f; each-way prospects..
13	13 (13) (40/1 -60%) Character Testing	40 40/1(-60%)	(13) Character Testing 40/1, Unsuited by stiff track when fourth beaten 23l in a handicap hurdle at Hexham latest; suited by 1m and a sound surface as a 3yo, effective 2m over hurdles; poor on Flat recently but in decent form over winter over hurdles. 1m AW winner for Tom Clover who has been mostly hurdling for this yard; went close in January and again in Cartmel seller on penultimate start; didn't shape with much promise in two turf handicaps (1m/1m2f) in between but his Flat mark has come down quite sharply..
2	2 (2) (50/1 -52%) Natzor	50 50/1(-52%)	(2) Natzor 50/1, Poor Flat return beaten 7l in a handicap here last time; top course jockey; off a short-break; effective 10-12f, acts on any; in poor form under both codes. Dual 1m2f course winner for David O'Meara in 2024; close 100-1 fourth here (again 1m2f) in March was a standout for this yard but otherwise it's been a struggle; has quite a bit to prove..
9	9 (9) (80/1 -186%) Free World	80 80/1(-186%)	(9) Free World 80/1, Below form up in trip beaten 9l in a handicap at Sandown last time; effective 10-12f; showed minor promise in Meydan, stiff mark for new yard. Back from a 488-day absence when suffering a heavy defeat on his British/stable debut in May; second go for this yard was better but he still faded to finish last a fortnight ago; will probably come good for respected stable at some point and the market will help to decipher if it's today..
8	8 (8) (80/1 +20%) Skinny Malinka	80 80/1(+20%)	(8) Skinny Malinka 80/1, Needed run down the field in a handicap at Carlisle most recent; effective 10f, acts on soft; needs to prove ability remains following long lay off. Pulled up lame over hurdles on his first go for this yard and he received a 62l humbling back on the Flat at Carlisle (1m1f, soft) 19 days ago; good form case to be made on previous efforts for Ed Bethell but can't be considered until he starts showing something..

LTO Selection:

Big Win made his second start for the James Owen yard a successful one at Chepstow earlier in the month and should remain competitive. It's Only Fun struck on the all-weather at Southwell before going close at Doncaster, but it's SURE AND STEDFAST who appeals most. Despite taking a keen hold, the son of Calyx finished a respectable second over 1m5f at Hamilton and, off just a 1lb higher mark, he looks the one to side with.

16:58 Newcastle (Class 5) 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:05 Curragh 6f - 14 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds
14	14 (14) (10/3 +49%) Real Encounter	3.333333 10/3(+49%)	(14) Real Encounter 10/3, Ran to form beaten a neck off a 4lb lower mark here last time; effective 5-7f on good and AW; mark looks fair, threat. Narrowly beaten in a 6f Dundalk maiden in April before winning over 5f there 13 days later; definite merit in handicap debut at Naas last month, close up until reportedly hitting a ridge over a furlong down, before rallying; went close over the minimum trip here last time; worth considering..
11	11 (11) (7/2 +22%) The Piper's Call	3.5 7/2(+22%)	(11) The Piper's Call 7/2, Ran to form back from a break when winning a maiden here by a neck last time; wide draw; effective 6f on good; 2yo form franked at Group level, should come on for latest, mark looks fair. Useful form in two runs in decent company last summer (both over 6f; good); second of 13 at this venue; not quite as good but respectable nonetheless when third at Naas; coped with easier ground when making a winning reappearance here early this month; opening mark seems fair; strong chance..
10	10 (10) (9/2 +31%) Nakamura	4.5 9/2(+31%)	(10) Nakamura 9/2, Yard won this last year; ran to form beaten 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Fairyhouse last time; trainer in form; effective 6/7f, suited by cut, acts on good; in form, remains 3lb above last winning mark. Was busy at two, winning nurseries at Navan and Cork over this trip; below his best this term until returning to form to take second place behind a front-running winner Midnight Dusk at Fairyhouse; took him a while to get into the clear then; leading contender..
6	6 (6) (15/2 +63%) Go Athletico	7.5 15/2(+63%)	(6) Go Athletico 15/2, Below form up in class and trip beaten 7l in Mallow Handicap at Cork last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good but suited by plenty of cut; former Group winner, still capable of fair form but unreliable. Nine-time turf winner, including a C\u0026D Group 3 in 2023, Listed contests and a C\u0026D premier handicap last July; was once rated 108, so has dropped a long way; positive third at Naas in April (6f, good); no luck in running over C\u0026D last month; well below his best over 7f at Cork last time..
13	13 (13) (9/1 -38%) Midnight Dusk	9 9/1(-38%)	(13) Midnight Dusk 9/1, Returned to form down in class and up in trip landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Fairyhouse last time; effective 5f/6f, acts on soft and AW; in form, remains on competitive mark. Won a 6f Dundalk maiden in December and solid runs next three starts, 5f and 6f; poor Navan run in May possibly came too soon after his previous start; showed useful form in making all to beat Nakamura at Fairyhouse; not much between the pair and Joyful Tidings who dead-heated for fourth..
3	3 (3) (11/1 -57%) Sommelier	11 11/1(-57%)	(3) Sommelier 11/1, Scored by 2l off a 11lb lower mark here penultimate start; ran to form down in class fifth beaten 3l off 79 last time, 4lb higher here; effective 5f, gets 6f, acts on good and AW; remains well treated on old form, player. Dual AW winner; highlight of British form when second to Big Evs in a Listed race at York in May 2024; rated 99 at his peak. gained his first turf success off 72 when making all in a 20-runner contest over a little further than this here early this month; fair fifth under a fixed penalty in a 5f Cork event four days later; has gone up 11lb in total..
5	5 (5) (11/1 -47%) Unauthorized	11 11/1(-47%)	(5) Unauthorized 11/1, Improved down in class landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Listowel last time; effective 6-7f, may get bit further; progressing for new yard, should come on for latest. Won 7f Leopardstown maiden at two; respectable effort on comeback in 3yo handicap at this venue, weakening late over 7f; won with plenty to spare over a little further than this when apprentice-ridden at Listowel; up 7lb and no claim this time, may be vulnerable..
8	8 (8) (12/1 -50%) Inishfallen	12 12/1(-50%)	(8) Inishfallen 12/1, No obvious excuse beaten 8l in a handicap at Listowel last time; suited by 6/7f, acts on a sound surface; poor strike rate but on dangerous mark judged on old UK efforts. Proving hard to win with (1-25); not beaten far on last two AW runs in the spring; failed to make a significant impact in a Listowel race won by Unauthorized..
2	2 (2) (16/1 -33%) Bishopton	16 16/1(-33%)	(2) Bishopton 16/1, Scored by 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark at Dundalk three starts back; ran to form, outstayed late having challenged early rnough fifth beaten 4l off 84 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 6/7f, acts on heavy, good and AW; in fine form, career best needed. Progressed well last year over 7f, winning twice; resumed progress on return in March when defying top-weight at Dundalk; towards the rear over C\u0026D before more like his best when fifth of 15 over 7f at Cork 13 days ago; probably lacks the pace of several of the 6f winners in this field..
1	1 (1) (18/1 +45%) Valiant Force	18 18/1(+45%)	(1) Valiant Force 18/1, Poor effort down the field in Greenlands Stakes (Group 2) here most recent; effective 5-8f, best at sprint trips, better AW; Dundalk specialist these days, has lost form of late. Sole win on turf in the 2023 Norfolk Stakes; has won five conditions races at Dundalk since, the most recent over 5f in February; has struggled since then; drop in class after contesting a Listed race and C\u0026D Group 2 in May; was 20lb higher at his peak; still an entire..
16	16 (16) (18/1 +0%) Mary Shoelaces	18 18/1(+0%)	(16) Mary Shoelaces 18/1, Stiff mark comfortably held in a handicap at Down Royal last time; suited by 5f, acts on soft, good and AW; multiple course winner, mark asks more. Two of her three wins have come over 5f at this track; has finished last on both starts this term; hard to fancy against that background, despite her liking for this course..
9	9 (9) (20/1 +39%) Morehampton	20 20/1(+39%)	(9) Morehampton 20/1, Yard won this last year; bit below form up in class beaten 5l in a 3yo race at Fairyhouse last time; cheekpieces first time; trainer in form; effective 7f, acts on soft and good; mark demands more. 7f winner at two and fair fifth in a 7f Listed contest at Fairyhouse; this season's form has been uninspiring; perhaps cheekpieces will help his cause; others much preferred, including stablemate Nakamura..
15	15 (15) (25/1 -108%) Fox In Flight	25 25/1(-108%)	(15) Fox In Flight 25/1, Returned to form down in class beaten 1 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Cork last time; effective 6/7f, but suited by 5f, acts on AW; big, strong sort, was in excellent form on polytrack and now proven on turf. Finished last on his first two starts this term; gave a reassuring display when second over 5f at Cork; winner Sarahmae franked the form with an emphatic follow-up success over the same trip at Down Royal..
12	12 (12) (40/1 -60%) Clonmacash	40 40/1(-60%)	(12) Clonmacash 40/1, Scored by 1/2l off a 3lb higher mark at Dundalk in April; ran to form fifth beaten 4l off 75 last time, 1lb lower here; wide draw; effective 5-7f, acts on soft, good and AW; well treated on AW form, could build on latest couple of starts. Much stronger record on AW (5-30, placed nine times) as opposed to turf (1-24, placed four times); his run at Navan over 6f on his penultimate start was one of his better efforts on grass..

LTO Selection:

THE PIPER'S CALL was runner-up at big odds on his debut last June and that race has thrown up many smart winners, with Puerto Rico (fourth) later scoring twice at Group 1 level. The selection underperformed at Naas in July but did well to win over C&D recently following a 333-day layoff and is expected to have more to come. Fox In Flight was beaten by a subsequent winner at Cork recently and reverts back up in trip, while another three-year-old Unauthorized is 7lb higher than when scoring at Listowel.

17:05 Curragh 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:15 Windsor (Class 6) 8f - 6 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (7/4 +7%) Buckland Belle	1.75 7/4(+7%)	(3) Buckland Belle 7/4, Bit keen but ran to form third beaten 1/2l off 53 last time, same mark here; stays 1m, stays 1m, acts on good to soft, fast ground and AW; in form and can go well again. Advanced her form on her turf debut when gaining a first win in C\u0026D handicap in May; backed it up with a good third of 12 over C\u0026D 19 days ago so she's a player off an unchanged mark..
2	2 (2) (7/4 +56%) My Old Mate	1.75 7/4(+56%)	(2) My Old Mate 7/4, Back to something like maiden form third start in a handicap beaten a head off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective 1m, acts on good to soft and fast ground; chance. Wootton Bassett gelding who is on the up since sent handicapping, beaten just a head when second (Buckland Belle a neck behind) over C\u0026D 19 days ago; a player nudged up 1lb..
1	1 (1) (5/2 +0%) Shes Got The Blues	2.5 5/2(+0%)	(1) Shes Got The Blues 5/2, Game and improved up 4lb when winning a classified race at Brighton by 3l last time; effective up to 1m, acts on good to soft, fast ground and AW; going the right way. Got off the mark in 7f classified event at Leicester and quickly followed up in similar company at Brighton (7f) six days ago; a bit more is needed here back in handicap company under a 6lb penalty but she still must enter calculations..
5	5 (5) (8/1 +6%) She's Crafty	8 8/1(+6%)	(5) She's Crafty 8/1, Below par on fast ground when well beaten in a handicap at Leicester latest; suited by 7f, acts on good to soft, good and AW, may not be at best on fast ground; chance at weights but usually runs a bit below best. Is 0-12 and she failed to build on earlier promise when only eighth of nine in 7f Leicester handicap last month; not proving the easiest to catch right..
6	6 (6) (9/1 +10%) Lapidarist	9 9/1(+10%)	(6) Lapidarist 9/1, Bit below form down in trip beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; in good form prior; trainer in form; off a short-break; wants 10f ideally, acts on AW; consistent sort. Yet to score but she posted a good second in 9.5f Wolverhampton handicap and wasn't seen to best effect when sixth in 8.5f handicap there later in March; possibilities after a break..
4	4 (4) (11/1 -29%) Labiche	11 11/1(-29%)	(4) Labiche 11/1, Best effort in a handicap beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 7/8f, acts on fast ground and AW; mark looks fair. Tasleet filly who got back on track with third of eight in 7f Wolverhampton handicap 25 days ago, despite racing freely; not out of things eased 1lb with cheekpieces added..

LTO Selection:

Shes Got The Blues arrives seeking a hat-trick after a brace in classified stakes company at Leicester and Brighton. However, the daughter of Space Blues needs to improve returning to handicap company and BUCKLAND BELLE is preferred. Ollie Sangster's filly was one place behind the reopposing My Old Mate over C&D and it wouldn't be a huge surprise if she reversed the form.

17:15 Windsor (Class 6) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:20 Chester (Class 4) 15f - 7 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (5/4 +33%) Solar Pass	1.25 5/4(+33%)	(3) Solar Pass 5/4, Stuck to decent form when second beaten 7l in a handicap here latest; top course trainer; stays 12-16f, acts on a sound surface; generally consistent and knocking on the door over about 2m, can go well again at this distance. Both wins on the AW but runner-up in five of her seven races on the grass, the last two over C\u0026D; clearly on a high enough mark but looks sure to give her running..
4	4 (4) (2/1 +20%) Shipshape	2 2/1(+20%)	(4) Shipshape 2/1, Kept to good form landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark here last time; effective 10-14f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; consistent, can go well again. Has won three of his last four and doesn't win by far so might still be ahead of the game mark-wise; stays 1m6f well so this far shouldn't be an issue, nor the track as his win two weeks ago was here (1m4f)..
5	5 (5) (8/1 -78%) Curran	8 8/1(-78%)	(5) Curran 8/1, Significantly up in form landing a handicap by a head off a 2lb lower mark at Bath last time; trainer in form; effective 12-14f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW. Ex-Charlie Johnston for whom he finished third in this last year (2lb higher); joined Rod Millman for 6,000gns; tailed off on yard debut but always in the van when battling on best at Bath (1m6f, good); only 2lb higher but he's up into a Class 4 now..
7	7 (7) (9/1 +50%) Furhaan	9 9/1(+50%)	(7) Furhaan 9/1, Again below best beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap at Hamilton last time; effective 11/12f on heavy and good; needs more. Successful handicap debut for Ed Walker off 2lb higher last September (extended 1m3f, heavy); well short of that level in three runs for his new connections; likely best watched for now..
2	2 (2) (10/1 +17%) Midnight Rumble	10 10/1(+17%)	(2) Midnight Rumble 10/1, True to form of previous run beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap here last time; in good form prior; effective 10-12f on Flat, acts on good to soft, good and AW; not going badly and remains competitive. Much respected on his form for Alan King, for all that he was 1-22 for that yard; following a 30,000gns sale he ran okay over C\u0026D on last month's stable debut, but no more than that..
6	6 (6) (14/1 -65%) Ruler Legend	14 14/1(-65%)	(6) Ruler Legend 14/1, Scored by 3 1/4l off a 18lb higher mark at Market Rasen three starts back but that over hurdles and this will be first start on Flat since October; ran to form third beaten 3 1/2l off 91 last time, 24lb lower here; effective at 2m over hurdles. Has been running well, and winning, over hurdles so fitness won't be an issue on this return to Flat action and has the form to feature off this mark; versatile ground-wise and there are no stamina issues..
1	1 (1) (14/1 -27%) Venezuelan	14 14/1(-27%)	(1) Venezuelan 14/1, Drop in form well beaten in a handicap here latest; in good form prior; suited by sound surface; looks slightly irresolute and untrustworthy. Won a small-field maiden when with Ralph Beckett for whom he was competitive in handicaps at up to 1m4f; left that yard for 90,000gns; finished behind Midnight Rumble here four weeks ago on yard debut when trying 2m for the first time; that was after a lengthy break so might well be all the sharper here, and Toby Moore is a positive booking..

LTO Selection:

Shipshape has to be respected having won three of his last four starts, finishing a neck second on the other occasion, but improvement is required to defy a further hike of 4lb. With that in mind, preference is for CURRAN, who narrowly beat a subsequent winner over 1m6f at Bath earlier in the month and a 2lb rise appears to be very fair. Solar Pass is another likely to be in the mix.

17:20 Chester (Class 4) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:25 Chepstow (Class 6) 10f - 6 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (11/10 +32%) A Daughters Love	1.1 11/10(+32%)	(7) A Daughters Love 11/10, Ran to form when 5 1/2l third in a classified race at Ffos Las most recent run; stays 10f on good; respected on recent efforts. 10lb 'wrong' when she showed her first form to finish third at Bath this month and she backed that up when third again in Ffos Las classified (also 1m2f, good) on Tuesday; this is a quick turnaround but she's the key player..
1	1 (1) (5/2 +58%) Notable Charm	2.5 5/2(+58%)	(1) Notable Charm 5/2, Bit keen up to 10f and comfortably held in a maiden at Salisbury last time; trainer in form; more to come now handicapping. Modest form in a novice and two maidens, most recently when beaten 24l at Salisbury (1m2f, soft) 18 days ago; starts life in handicaps at a realistic level and any market support should be heeded..
6	6 (6) (6/1 -33%) No Drama Mama	6 6/1(-33%)	(6) No Drama Mama 6/1, Found little, below form comfortably held in a handicap here last time; big filly, may yet do better. Handicap debut at Kempton (1m, AW) wasn't devoid of promise in February but she hasn't built on it; can probably be excused her latest effort when she blew the start over C\u0026D (first-time cheekpieces) last month but her profile is not convincing..
4	4 (4) (13/2 +80%) Hello Garda	6.5 13/2(+80%)	(4) Hello Garda 13/2, Didn't stay up to 12f when fourth beaten 12l in a classified race at Brighton latest; cheekpieces first time; needs more. Irish raider who's making his second British start after finishing fourth, beaten 12l, in 1m4f Brighton classified (good to firm) on Monday; drops in trip with cheekpieces added and this won't take much winning..
2	2 (2) (9/1 +10%) Madame Passant	9 9/1(+10%)	(2) Madame Passant 9/1, Never in it from off the pace down the field in a maiden at Windsor most recent; speedily-bred; type to do better now handicapping. Didn't shine in a novice and two maidens over 1m, including when 400-1 and trailing home a distant last at Windsor six weeks ago; this handicap debut is her first realistic opportunity so interesting to see how she goes in the market now upped in trip..
8	8 (8) (16/1 -14%) Lady Lauren	16 16/1(-14%)	(8) Lady Lauren 16/1, Didn't stay 12f down the field in a handicap at Wolverhampton most recent; effective 7/8f on soft and good; drop in trip a plus here. Had bits and pieces of form last year but this term has been a struggle and she was tailed off on AW (1m4f) 11 days ago; return to this trip might help but that's not a strong argument..

LTO Selection:

HELLO GARDA shaped better than his finishing position suggested when fourth at Brighton earlier in the week and the combination of first-time cheekpieces and drop in trip gives him every chance of getting off the mark. A Daughters Love has improved since being stepped up to 1m2f, with a pair of placed efforts. She is respected along with handicap debutant Madame Passant, who contested some warm maidens.

17:25 Chepstow (Class 6) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:40 Curragh 6f - 20 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds
9	9 (9) (7/4 +47%) Tide Of Fortune	1.75 7/4(+47%)	(9) Tide Of Fortune 7/4, Did plenty early rushed up having missed break when second beaten a neck in a maiden here latest; wide draw; sire useful 6f/7f, dam useful 8.5f/10f; in form, remain competitive. Plenty of merit in a debut run that saw him finish eighth of 24 at this venue; went very close here on his second start; has obvious prospects of going one better in this rematch with Trek Home (fourth) and Starborn Legend (sixth)..
7	7 (7) (5/2 -11%) Starborn Legend	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(7) Starborn Legend 5/2, Too much to do having been forced to switch beaten 2 1/4l in a maiden here on debut; effective 6f, acts on good to yielding; should improve a little for initial experience with a clear run. E29,000 Y, E330,000 Breeze Up purchase; had a run in a barrier trial but still looked a bit raw when sixth in an 18-runner contest over C\u0026D early in the month; beaten only a little over 2l, and has fair prospects of turning the tables on runner-up Tide Of Fortune and fourth-placed Trek Home..
8	8 (8) (11/2 -22%) Suspicious Mindz	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(8) Suspicious Mindz 11/2, No obvious excuse well beaten in a maiden at Fairyhouse latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 7/8f on a sound surface; useful maiden, becoming frustrating and may lack speed here. Best run was when third to a pair of solid stakes-level performers in a Listed contest last year; placed in 1m maidens this year, looked awkward under pressure when odds-on at Leopardstown; not one of his better efforts last time; 6f might be inadequate, but still of some interest, with cheekpieces and a 7lb claimer..
10	10 (10) (7/1 -40%) Trek Home	7 7/1(-40%)	(10) Trek Home 7/1, Did plenty early but improved from debut up in trip when fourth beaten 2l in a maiden here latest; sire Group 2 6f winner, dam useful 7f/1m, effective 5-6f; progressing, should remain competitive. Fourth on both starts, over 5f at Navan and C\u0026D; on the latter form, has much the same chance as Starborn Legend and Tide Of Fortune in theory; rider described him as running green; improvement on the cards, but the same could be said of the other pair..
13	13 (13) (12/1 +0%) Dandymaria	12 12/1(+0%)	(13) Dandymaria 12/1, Very promising effort 6 1/4l fourth in a maiden at Down Royal first-time out; wide draw; bred to be suited by around 6f; should improve a little for initial experience if settling. Positives can be taken from her debut at Down Royal, though plenty of improvement is required, since she was beaten only 6l in fourth behind a 79-rated rival; Colin Keane takes the ride..
16	16 (16) (25/1 -39%) Hazrama	25 25/1(-39%)	(16) Hazrama 25/1, Moderate debut effort beaten 7 1/4l in a maiden at Naas on debut; returning from long layoff; drawn on wing of large field; should improve for initial experience. Has had plenty of time to mature since her sole start at two; one to keep an eye on for future reference, rather than a betting proposition..
17	17 (17) (28/1 +15%) Lady Moon	28 28/1(+15%)	(17) Lady Moon 28/1, Modest effort well beaten in a maiden here only start; tongue-tie first time; drawn on wing of large field; pedigree a mix of speed and stamina; plenty more needed. Not a bad run in mid-division on debut; safely held by three of the likely key players who reached the first six in that event; tongue-tie fitted..
11	11 (11) (33/1 +0%) Amerilis	33 33/1(+0%)	(11) Amerilis 33/1, Ran to form benefitting from drop in class when second beaten 3 1/2l in a handicap here latest; effective at 6f, acts with cut; in good form and not dismissed. Ran twice for Paddy Twomey at two; made a good start for Gillian Scott when fourth of 12 in a C\u0026D maiden in March, running on well in the closing stages; improved from handicap debut when second to an in-form rival here last time; can win a handicap off current mark, prospects of landing a maiden are slim..
5	5 (5) (33/1 -50%) Saint Acclaim	33 33/1(-50%)	(5) Saint Acclaim 33/1, St Mark's Basilica gelding; half-brother to Greatest Drama, smart at 6f; dam smart at 7f at 2yo and won on debut; hood first time; trainer in form. Half-brother by St Mark's Basilica to several winners, including a US Grade 3 scorer, and Greatest Drama, a 7f winner also Listed-placed over 6f for this stable; dam, by Acclamation, won in Britain and the US; hooded for debut..
6	6 (6) (40/1 -21%) Spinola Bear	40 40/1(-21%)	(6) Spinola Bear 40/1, 28,000 euros Kodi Bear gelding; half-brother to Expecting A Star, useful at 7f as 2yo; dam smart at 8f and a dual winner in France; likely best watched. E28,000 yearling; fourth foal; by Kodi Bear out of an Iffraaj mare who won in France; best watched on debut..
1	1 (1) (40/1 +20%) Banshof	40 40/1(+20%)	(1) Banshof 40/1, Better than bare result on first start beaten 4l in a maiden at Dundalk on debut; sire effective 6f, closely related to 7f winners; stayed on as if step up in trip would suit. 260,000gns yearling; unraced for the Crisfords; picked up cheaply last October; failed to make a significant impact on debut at Dundalk..
14	14 (14) (50/1 -150%) Focaccia	50 50/1(-150%)	(14) Focaccia 50/1, Green and flashed tail, disappointing up in class on handicap debut beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap here last time; effective 5f, acts on AW; has shown promise but also signs of a temperament. Has to bounce back from a poor handicap run; not as appealing as stablemate Solana Beach who would have to give her 6lb in a handicap..
19	19 (19) (50/1 0%) Lilli's Angel	50 50/1(0%)	(19) Lilli's Angel 50/1, Sioux Nation filly; dam very useful at 6f and won second time out; stable can get them ready; watch betting. Sioux Nation filly, first foal out of a 6f winner by Iffraaj; dam is a half-sister to three winners who were most effective at middle distances, out of an unraced close relation to 6f 2yo Group 3 winner Walk On Bye; in good hands..
15	15 (15) (66/1 -65%) Forza Magico	66 66/1(-65%)	(15) Forza Magico 66/1, Yard won this last year; Aclaim filly; full-sister to Forza Toro, very useful at 7f as 2yo; dam very useful at 8f at 2yo; likely to need this expereince. Fourth foal; filly by Aclaim, sister to winners Anatoli (6f AW 2yo; RPR 85), Forza Toro (7f AW 2yo; 84) and East Bank (5f turf 2yo/7f AW; 71); dam 7f 2yo winner, out of 7f Group 3 winning sister to 6f Group 2 winner Haatef; worth noting that her three full siblings all won early in their careers..
20	20 (20) (66/1 -65%) Off We Go	66 66/1(-65%)	(20) Off We Go 66/1, 7,500 euros Cotai Glory filly; half-sister to Red Linn, useful at 7f as 2yo; drawn on wing of large field; tough enough task on debut. Fourth foal; half-sister by Cotai Glory to two winners; dam, by Tagula, an unraced sister to a 5f winner; cheap yearling; stable has had three winners in the last fortnight..
4	4 (4) (80/1 -21%) Mountain Memory	80 80/1(-21%)	(4) Mountain Memory 80/1, Ran to form, did plenty early beaten 8l in a maiden at Limerick last time; bred for 6f, probably acts with cut; could improve down in trip. Has shown some ability in two outings on soft, a possible handicap prospect in due course..
2	2 (2) (80/1 +36%) Footstepstoglory	80 80/1(+36%)	(2) Footstepstoglory 80/1, Still green, ran to form comfortably held in a maiden at Limerick last time; effective up to 2m over hurdles, acts on yielding; likely to find this inadequate test. Placed over hurdles, two Flat runs this month, possibly one for handicaps after this..
18	18 (18) (80/1 +60%) Leannespour	80 80/1(+60%)	(18) Leannespour 80/1, Struggled again, one for handicaps down the field in a maiden here most recent; returning from long layoff; wide draw; effective 6f, speed in pedigree; should improve a little for initial experience. Towards the back in outings at Navan and this venue last autumn; needs this for a handicap mark..
3	3 (3) (80/1 +60%) Forbidden	80 80/1(+60%)	(3) Forbidden 80/1, Green and found little well beaten in a maiden here only start; speedy pedigree; all to prove. 100-1 when finishing towards the back on debut at this venue early this month..
12	12 (12) (80/1 -60%) Cara Teaghlaigh	80 80/1(-60%)	(12) Cara Teaghlaigh 80/1, 5,500 euros Profitable filly whose dam was unraced; wide draw; yard without a winner this year; can only be watched. Filly by Profitable; first foal out of an unraced half-sister to an Italian 1m Listed winner; cheap yearling; not a likely contender on debut..

LTO Selection:

STARBORN LEGEND didn't get a clear passage when finishing sixth over C&D recently and can turn placings around with Tide Of Fortune and Trek Home. Out of an unraced half-sister to two Group 1 winners and by a leading stallion, the selection was purchased for 330,000 euro at a Breeze-Up sale last June and is entitled to improve from his initial debut effort. Tide Of Fortune himself met some trouble in-running when finishing a useful runner-up on that occasion, but is potentially vulnerable to the selection.

17:40 Curragh 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:45 Windsor (Class 5) 5f - 8 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
8	8 (8) (2/7 +0%) Divine Whisper	0.285714 2/7(+0%)	(8) Divine Whisper 2/7, Finished well in very good novice event beaten a short-head at York only start; sprint-bred, effective 5f, acts on good, sound surfaces will suit action; very promising sort. 9-1, made a highly promising start when second of nine in novice at York (5f, good) 15 days ago, running on well and just failing; this daughter of Mehmas is very much the one to beat..
5	5 (5) (7/2 +42%) Nascent Star	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(5) Nascent Star 7/2, Well backed, green under pressure and closed steadily when 2l fourth in a novice at Nottingham first-time out; speed on sire's side, stamina on dam's; quite a nice type and likely marked improver. Sent off 11-4 and shaped well when a debut fourth of nine in novice at Nottingham (5f, good to soft) 16 days ago, running on late under hand riding; this son of Starman is open to a fair bit of progress..
3	3 (3) (12/1 +14%) Wolf's Gallop	12 12/1(+14%)	(3) Wolf's Gallop 12/1, Made about normal improvement second start when 2l third in a novice at Nottingham; effective 5f, acts on good to soft; may be a tiny bit to come. Sergei Prokofiev colt; took a big step forward from his debut with third of nine (Nascent Star and Blondie Larry just behind) in 5f Nottingham novice 16 days ago; may do better still..
1	1 (1) (14/1 +13%) Blondie Larry	14 14/1(+13%)	(1) Blondie Larry 14/1, Just tired near line on solid debut beaten 3l in a novice at Nottingham; sprint-bred, should be effective 5f, sound surfaces will suit action; ought to improve. 9-1, encouraging start with fifth of nine in novice at Nottingham (5f, good to soft) 16 days ago; this son of Showcasing seems sure to build on it..
6	6 (6) (20/1 +0%) Seathegulls	20 20/1(+0%)	(6) Seathegulls 20/1, Similar form to debut when fourth beaten 8l in a maiden at Goodwood second start; speedily-bred, seems effective 5f on easy and good ground; should improve a little. Encouraging debut seventh in the Brocklesby at Doncaster in March; since gelded and beat one in five-runner Goodwood maiden (5f) eight days ago; more is required..
7	7 (7) (40/1 -60%) Drum Major	40 40/1(-60%)	(7) Drum Major 40/1, Improved back down to 5f beaten 6l in a novice at Wolverhampton last time; sprint-bred; type to do better when handicapping. Cheekpieces fitted and posted his best effort when sixth of seven in 5f Wolverhampton novice last month; needs another step forward here, though..
4	4 (4) (50/1 -52%) Cash Flow Boy	50 50/1(-52%)	(4) Cash Flow Boy 50/1, 23 Feb; Ten Sovereigns gelding; dam unarced, half-sister to 7f Group 3 winner Jallota; likely to need the experience on debut. Ten Sovereigns gelding; dam, unraced close relative of 1m 2yo Listed winner Classic Legend, is a half-sister to 7f Group 3 winner Jallota; the market can guide for this newcomer..
2	2 (2) (100/1 +0%) Trust Yourself	100 100/1(+0%)	(2) Trust Yourself 100/1, Tame effort down the field in a novice at Nottingham last time; yet to show any real signs of ability in two starts to date. Son of Showcasing who has beaten one rival in a pair of 6f novices at Ascot and Nottingham this summer; needs to take a major step forward..

LTO Selection:

DIVINE WHISPER went into many notebooks when running a race full of promise at York earlier in the month and that form sets a tough standard for the opposition to try and beat. Nascent Star is entitled to build on his debut fourth at Nottingham and is expected to be competitive, along with Wolf's Gallop, who finished third in that Nottingham event when improving on his debut spin.

17:45 Windsor (Class 5) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:50 Chester (Class 5) 12f - 9 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
9	9 (9) (3/1 +25%) Relentless Hero	3 3/1(+25%)	(9) Relentless Hero 3/1, Won a maiden at Lingfield by 1/2l last time; top course trainer; effective 7-10f, has run on most ground conditions; chance in a modest race off lenient mark. Unexposed 3yo; off the mark in a Lingfield maiden last time (1m2f; soft); this step up in trip may well suit him and could go well on handicap debut..
2	2 (2) (4/1 -20%) Taritino	4 4/1(-20%)	(2) Taritino 4/1, Improved to score with a bit in hand landing a handicap by 4 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Salisbury last time; effective 12-14f, acts on any; fair chance again. Has won five on the Flat at up to 1m6f; off the mark for this Flat season when winning at Salisbury by 4.5l 13 days ago; up 6lb but a contender..
6	6 (6) (5/1 +50%) Spartan Times	5 5/1(+50%)	(6) Spartan Times 5/1, Scored by a neck off a 28lb higher mark over hurdles at Uttoxeter three starts back; back on flat with little impact fifth beaten 8 1/2l off 74 last time, 2lb lower here; usually held up; effective 10-14f, acts on heavy and good; has been in good form over hurdles but has also won plenty on the flat. Went up 29lb for his four wins last season; wasn't at his best on first Flat run this year when last of five at Ripon (had been running well over hurdles); bit to prove..
1	1 (1) (6/1 +25%) L'eagle Aid	6 6/1(+25%)	(1) L'eagle Aid 6/1, Yard won this last year; ran to form beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; off a short-break; best around 12f on a sound surface; consistent but holds no secrets from handicapper. Has won three races, the latest over C\u0026D off this mark last July (good); just fair form this term, last time finishing 5l sixth to Patagonia Girl (runs in the 4.45) over C\u0026D (good)..
3	3 (3) (13/2 +0%) Oman	6.5 13/2(+0%)	(3) Oman 13/2, Scored by 2 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Goodwood penultimate start; slightly back down in form fourth beaten 3 1/4l off 70 last time, 3lb higher here; effective 8-12f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; possibly fraction flattered in apprentice race on penultimate start but in good form. His five wins include two here, the second over this trip on fast ground in May 2024; versatile, though, for his latest win was over 1m1f at Goodwood last month (good to soft) and last run was when fourth over 7.5f here (soft); chance back up in trip..
8	8 (8) (9/1 -80%) Condotti	9 9/1(-80%)	(8) Condotti 9/1, Up in form beaten 2l off this mark at Hamilton last time; effective 1m, may not stay much longer, acts on heavy and good; chance if at best. Ten-race maiden; best turf run for a while when staying-on third over 8.5f at Hamilton last time (good to soft); takes a marked step up in trip..
4	4 (4) (10/1 -11%) Triple Force	10 10/1(-11%)	(4) Triple Force 10/1, More or less to form of previous run beaten 3l off this mark at York last time; enjoys making it; effective 9/10f, acts on sound surface; remains 4lb above last win mark. Has won four of his 17 turf races at up to 1m2f; respectable 2.75l third of 18 at York last time (1m2.5f good); interesting, although pulled hard and didn't seem to get home on only previous try at 1m4f..
5	5 (5) (10/1 +0%) Percy Jones	10 10/1(+0%)	(5) Percy Jones 10/1, Slightly up in form beaten a length off this mark at Bath last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 12-16f, acts on any; back below last winning mark but needs to bounce back. Has won four times on the AW but is 0-23 on turf, although has been placed on 12 occasions; decent third at Bath last time (1m6f, good); each-way chance; cheekpieces now tried..
7	7 (7) (50/1 -178%) Atheneum	50 50/1(-178%)	(7) Atheneum 50/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 11l in a handicap at Southwell latest; off a short-break; effective 12-14f, acts on good; could bounce back. Ex-Irish; eight-race maiden; hasn't run to his best on the AW for Phil Kirby, but may fare better back on turf..

LTO Selection:

RELENTLESS HERO put in a career best when winning a Lingfield maiden three weeks ago and that performance suggests that a mark of 72 should be workable on his handicap debut. Taritino built on a narrow Bath defeat when scoring at Salisbury and another good run looks likely, while Percy Jones edges out Triple Force and Oman to be the pick of the remainder.

17:50 Chester (Class 5) 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:55 Lingfield (Class 6) 10f - 5 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (10/3 0%) Baloo's Blues	3.333333 10/3(0%)	(4) Baloo's Blues 10/3, May not have stayed beaten 8l in a handicap here last time; off a short-break; effective 7/8f, acts on good to firm and AW; stamina concerns once again. Missed the break more often than not and has still to prove his stamina over this far, having run below market expectations when last seen three months ago; questions to answer but 5lb claimer Harry Vigors has been among the winners of late..
3	3 (3) (7/2 +13%) Cuban Girl	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(3) Cuban Girl 7/2, Went clear, did a bit too much too soon and caught late but ran to form beaten 3l off a 1lb lower mark at Yarmouth last time; best at 1m on a sound surface; latest form franked, should remain competitive. Often pulled hard, including in the hood, and she'll have to settle better going beyond 1m for the first time after a short break; best effort for this yard was last time, though, despite again edging left (winner progressive), and she holds claims on that..
2	2 (2) (4/1 -20%) Bownder	4 4/1(-20%)	(2) Bownder 4/1, Got racing a bit early but returned to form under positive ride down in trip beaten 1 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Bath last time; effective 8-12f, acts on any; back below last winning mark, could build on latest. Wildly inconsistent this year; better from the front in a small field last time and the return to a switchback track, back up in trip, looks in his favour (fair record on the AW here); whether he reproduces the effort is the question..
6	6 (6) (4/1 -33%) Sansanetti	4 4/1(-33%)	(6) Sansanetti 4/1, Outpaced, looked in need of stiffer test beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap at Leicester last time; suited by 10f and a sound surface; AW winner here, mark demands more. Progressive once handicapping over this trip last year, winning four from six (three on Polytrack), latterly off a 3lb lower mark; held in two runs back but this is easier and she ought to fare better..
1	1 (1) (4/1 +20%) Revelio	4 4/1(+20%)	(1) Revelio 4/1, Outpaced, looked in need of stiffer test down the field in a novice at Nottingham most recent; bred to want 10f+; type to do better now handicapping up in trip. Underwent wind surgery after one run for Richard Hannon last spring; not without support on the first of his two runs back from a year off and now starts handicap life at a lowly level, stepping back up from 1m under leading apprentice Jack Callan; this task is more realistic..

LTO Selection:

CUBAN GIRL took a while to find her feet after switching to the Brian Toomey team, but burst back into life when runner-up at Yarmouth. The winner has since gone close at the same track before registering a Salisbury triumph and the daughter of Havana Grey can give a further boost to the form here. Bownder put a couple of lacklustre efforts behind him when third of four at Bath, while the well-bred Revelio is worth a look on his handicap debut.

17:55 Lingfield (Class 6) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:00 Chepstow (Class 5) 6f - 8 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (5/2 -11%) Dream On Kent	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(3) Dream On Kent 5/2, Improved from debut up to 7f when second beaten a length in a seller at Chester latest; visor first time; trainer in form; effective 7f; more needed and drop in trip not sure to suit. Both runs at Chester; faced no easy task on 6f debut (good) and then ran second in a 7f seller (good to soft); showed speed that day so dropping back to 6f is no big deal; has form claims and he's now visored..
5	5 (5) (11/4 +50%) Miss Moneypit	2.75 11/4(+50%)	(5) Miss Moneypit 11/4, Ran to form beaten 5l in a maiden here last time; effective 5f, acts on soft and good; should go well again. Consistent rather than progressive but her middle run was at Ascot (5f, good) and it wasn't a bad race at all last time at Chepstow, where she encountered soft ground for the first time; if seeing out this extra furlong she shouldn't be far away..
6	6 (6) (5/1 +29%) Curious Minx	5 5/1(+29%)	(6) Curious Minx 5/1, Some promise on debut beaten 7l in a maiden at Windsor on debut; major improvement needed. Weak 16-1 at Windsor (5f, good to firm) and never really counted, going down by 7l; market can guide again, though..
2	2 (2) (5/1 +33%) Super Tuscan	5 5/1(+33%)	(2) Super Tuscan 5/1, Similar level to debut when fourth beaten 7 1/4l in a novice at Bath latest; improvement needed up to 6f. Initial efforts nothing to shout about, though he did show some early speed and has been gelded; may fare better..
8	8 (8) (13/2 -18%) Lushill	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(8) Lushill 13/2, Some promise on debut beaten 2 1/4l in a novice at Newbury on debut; effective 6f on good to firm; chance with improvement likely. Only ran on Tuesday when beaten just over 2l at Newbury (6f, good to firm), outperforming her odds of 100-1; one formline in that race gives her the beating of Miss Moneypit, so she's a definite contender..
1	1 (1) (15/2 -50%) Pageant Girl	7.5 15/2(-50%)	(1) Pageant Girl 15/2, Below form down to 5f well beaten in a novice at Newmarket latest; cheekpieces first time; off a short-break; stays 6f, acts on good; bounce back needed. Benefited from the rail when winning at Ripon (6f, good) and it was always going to be tough under a penalty at Newmarket, especially back at 5f; in calmer waters here, Ashley Lewis's claim eases the extra weight and cheekpieces go on..
4	4 (4) (11/1 -22%) Invicta Rose	11 11/1(-22%)	(4) Invicta Rose 11/1, Confirmed debut level beaten 6l in a seller at Chester last time; drop in trip may help here. Well held in both her races, though ran on soft ground first time out (6f) and a wide draw did for her at Chester (7f, good to soft); unexposed under these conditions and might have a part to play..
7	7 (7) (50/1 -52%) Em's Dilemma	50 50/1(-52%)	(7) Em's Dilemma 50/1, Showed little on debut well beaten in a seller at Chester only start; trainer in form; all to prove after poor debut. 28-1 when a tailed-off last in a Chester 7f seller, finishing behind two of these..

LTO Selection:

Pageant Girl has been given some time after a third run in relatively quick succession at Newmarket and it wouldn't be a surprise to see her return to the form of her Ripon success, especially with first-time cheekpieces applied. However, she might face a tough task giving 5lb to DREAM ON KENT. He improved from his debut when finishing second in a Chester seller and has every chance of going one better with a visor applied. Others to consider are Lushill and Miss Moneypit.

18:00 Chepstow (Class 5) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:15 Windsor (Class 4) 6f - 10 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
11	11 (11) (9/4 +36%) Marcellinus	2.25 9/4(+36%)	(11) Marcellinus 9/4, Well backed, probably improved when second beaten a nose off 79 last time, 3lb higher here; effective at 6f, acts on soft and good to firm; can go well again. Upwardly-mobile Showcasing gelding; made a winning start in handicaps at Bath (5.5f) in April and has advanced his form with excellent second placings at Hamilton (behind Red Spells Danger) and over C\u0026D (beaten a nose) since; up 3lb but merits serious consideration..
2	2 (2) (4/1 +71%) Desert Cop	4 4/1(+71%)	(2) Desert Cop 4/1, Outpaced after poor break down to 5f in cheekpieces beaten 3 1/2l off this mark here last time; effective 5/6f, probably needs stiff test at minimum trip, suited by a sound surface; return to 6f a help but attitude a concern. On a long losing sequence and tried in cheekpieces when beating just two in 5f handicap here five days ago; others are preferred..
12	12 (12) (5/1 +44%) Alasrae	5 5/1(+44%)	(12) Alasrae 5/1, Ran to form when third beaten 2l off 81 last time, same mark here; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface; very consistent. In fine form since joining George Boughey, gaining a third AW win of 2026 at Lingfield (6f) in April; posted another good effort with third of 11 (a place behind Marcellinus) over C\u0026D 12 days ago; must enter calculations..
4	4 (4) (6/1 +25%) Kiniro	6 6/1(+25%)	(4) Kiniro 6/1, Game and ran about to best beaten 2l off this mark at Newbury last time; effective 6/7f, acts on fast ground and AW; mark is a bit stiff but very likeable attitude. Ended 2025 with 6f success at Lingfield in October for Harry Charlton; comes here in good nick for his new yard, finishing runner-up in 6f Newbury handicap 16 days ago; one to consider..
8	8 (8) (15/2 +6%) Supreme King	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(8) Supreme King 15/2, Back to best landing a handicap by a neck off a 2lb lower mark at Salisbury last time; effective 6/7f, acts on any; generally consistent, can go well again. Gained a third win of the season in 6f Salisbury handicap 18 days ago, just holding on; this reliable sort can make his presence felt again nudged up 2lb..
9	9 (9) (9/1 -38%) Angel Of Anfield	9 9/1(-38%)	(9) Angel Of Anfield 9/1, Needed the run down the field in a handicap at Ascot on reappearance; in good form in 2025; suited by 6f, acts on good and fast ground; very reliable. A fair C\u0026D winner at 2yrs; came in last of ten in 7f Ascot handicap on his seasonal return but this Harry Angel gelding can take a step forward now back in trip..
7	7 (7) (11/1 -22%) Jax Edge	11 11/1(-22%)	(7) Jax Edge 11/1, Goes well track and returned to best landing a handicap by 2l off a 6lb lower mark at Bath last time; trainer in form; suited by 5/6f, acts on any; up 6lb in the weights and that could anchor. C\u0026D scorer who got back to winning ways when making all in 5.5f handicap at Bath 22 days ago; has a career-high mark to overcome now but can't be ruled out..
5	5 (5) (16/1 +20%) An Outlaw's Grace	16 16/1(+20%)	(5) An Outlaw's Grace 16/1, Very disappointing, race perhaps coming too soon down the field in a handicap at York most recent start; effective 6/7f, most form on a sound surface but has run ok with give; still a maiden and seems quite tricky to get right. Without a win since his debut in June 2024; posted a good C\u0026D second in May but beat only one in 6f York handicap since; needs to bounce back..
10	10 (10) (22/1 +33%) Combustion	22 22/1(+33%)	(10) Combustion 22/1, Poor effort down to 5f on fast ground in a handicap at Ascot most recent run; in good form prior on AW; best at 6f, acts well on AW, no reliable turf form; bit to prove on the surface. Improving type who completed a 6f AW hat-trick at Lingfield this winter; just his second run on turf when last of 17 in 5f Ascot handicap last month, but poorly drawn there and not out of things..
3	3 (3) (50/1 -25%) Star Chorus	50 50/1(-25%)	(3) Star Chorus 50/1, Possibly unsuited by soft ground down the field in a handicap at Epsom most recentstart; effective 5/6f, suited by a sound surface; bounce back needed, faster ground will help. A two-time 5f/6f scorer at Southwell this winter; yet to hit top form after a three-month absence, though he was poorly drawn when 15th in 5f Epsom handicap last time; no forlorn hope in a refitted hood..

LTO Selection:

BETSEN was not at all disgraced when finishing eighth in the Dash at Epsom and the drop in class gives Tony Carroll's charge a solid opportunity to get his head back in front. Marcellinus was just touched off over C&D earlier in the month and is likely to have more to offer, despite a 3lb rise. Others for the shortlist include Alasrae and Supreme King.

18:15 Windsor (Class 4) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:25 Lingfield (Class 4) 9f - 5 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (7/4 +42%) Magical Merlot	1.75 7/4(+42%)	(4) Magical Merlot 7/4, Too much to do having completely blown start when fourth beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap at Musselburgh latest; effective 1m, middle-distance bred, acts in good, fast ground and AW; nice attitude, bit to come and good mark. Often pulled hard last year and was gelded over the winter; this season his issue has been blowing the start and that's what cost him any chance last time; up to winning off this mark but has to be considered risky now..
1	1 (1) (9/4 -50%) Savvy Disko	2.25 9/4(-50%)	(1) Savvy Disko 9/4, Bit keen but good attitude to get off the mark when winning a novice here by a neck last time; effective 7f/1m, acts on good and AW; more to come now handicapping but needs to settle up in trip. From a speedy family; improved upon last backend's two Newmarket efforts when coming away with a long odds-on favourite to win on his Polytrack comeback here (1m) last month; taken out since on account of unsuitable (good) ground; remains open to improvement now handicapping..
2	2 (2) (5/1 +23%) Knight Of Glory	5 5/1(+23%)	(2) Knight Of Glory 5/1, Outclassed down the field in Dubai Road To The Kentucky Derby Stakes (Listed) at Meydan most recent; hood first time; trainer in form; returning from a break; effective at 8f, acts on AW, likes making running; very good attitude, can win more races but may just need this on UK return. Polytrack maiden win here last winter, when he had them nicely strung out, has been well advertised since; got upset in two runs on dirt at Meydan early in the year and has since been gelded; this task is more realistic in a hood for a yard bang among the winners..
5	5 (5) (11/2 -38%) Mayaada	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(5) Mayaada 11/2, Scored by 1 1/4l off a 3lb lower mark at Salisbury three starts back; may not have stayed fourth beaten 6 1/4l off 78 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 7-10f, acts on good to soft, good, good to firm and AW; drop in trip a plus but bounce back needed. Said to have run flat at Chester before over-racing and not seeing out 1m4f last time; it's likely this mark is within range but she had plenty of racing last year and has again this term, and she's vulnerable to improvers now..
3	3 (3) (11/2 +31%) Suddenly I See	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(3) Suddenly I See 11/2, Scored by 2 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Musselburgh three starts back; found nil, did too much too soon 12th beaten 16l off 80 last time, 1lb lower here; effective 7/8f on good; consistent until latest, mark probably too high. Made all off 6lb lower round Musselburgh in April; has not been able to lead on either run since (fluffed the start at Beverley; said to have stopped quickly at Sandown a month ago) and has since been gelded; too soon to write him off..

LTO Selection:

SAVVY DISKO improved from his juvenile efforts when winning here on the all-weather last month and the manner of that performance suggests the extra furlong is unlikely to be a concern. Mayaada ran with credit when not appearing to stay 1m4f in the Queen Mother's Cup at York a fortnight ago and she enters calculations, along with Suddenly I See, who has been gelded since his latest outing.

18:25 Lingfield (Class 4) 9f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:35 Chepstow (Class 6) 6f - 6 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (15/8 +63%) Luna Beaux	1.875 15/8(+63%)	(5) Luna Beaux 15/8, Ran to form when fourth beaten 5l in a handicap at Bath latest; suited by 6f, acts on fast ground, probably good, and AW; competitive mark. Dual Wolverhampton winner earlier in the year, latterly off a 2lb higher mark, who found the race not panning out her way under a hold-up ride last time; having the vastly experience Taryn Langley take off 5lb won't hurt and she's one to consider..
1	1 (1) (9/4 -20%) Hallandale Beach	2.25 9/4(-20%)	(1) Hallandale Beach 9/4, Ran to form down in trip beaten 2l off a 1lb higher mark at Windsor last time; effective at 5-6f on a sound surface; in form, can go well again. Run to a similar level in two starts in the tongue-tie since handicapping; latest effort over 5f can be marked up a touch (stumbled at the start and came widest from the outside stall at Windsor) and he holds decent claims..
4	4 (4) (4/1 +0%) Corniche Girl	4 4/1(+0%)	(4) Corniche Girl 4/1, Travelled, didn't see it out beaten 4l at Windsor last time; effective 5-8f, acts on sound surface, arguably better held up; can go well eased 1lb. String of consistent efforts since her AW win last summer, including from a wide stall back on turf six weeks ago; no obvious reason she won't give her running again in a race in which a few have something to prove..
2	2 (2) (13/2 +46%) Who Is Alice	6.5 13/2(+46%)	(2) Who Is Alice 13/2, No obvious excuse down the field in a handicap at Bath most recent; effective 6/7f on sound surface; fair mark but in and out performer. Won her maiden here last summer (7f) and this is the easiest race she's run in since handicapping; two poor efforts last month will need completely overlooking however..
6	6 (6) (7/1 +13%) Pimentel	7 7/1(+13%)	(6) Pimentel 7/1, Game enough in cheekpieces and ran close to form beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; effective 7f, acts on fast ground; drop to 6f not sure to suit. Wolverhampton winner for Ashley Lewis last autumn off 3lb lower; runs in a sprint for the first time since handicapping and would want to see a bit of market strength back from almost six months off..
7	7 (7) (10/1 +0%) Ken Brulee	10 10/1(+0%)	(7) Ken Brulee 10/1, Ran to form fourth beaten 2 1/2l off 55 last time, 1lb lower here; visor first time; stays 6f, acts on AW, action will suit sound surfaces; inconsistent in short career. Made all from the rail draw when winning at 33-1 off 5lb lower at Lingfield last month (first-time cheekpieces; switches to a visor tonight); since held twice at short prices and this is stronger up from 0-55 company..

LTO Selection:

Hallandale Beach has stepped forward on both starts in handicap company, finishing third at Catterick and Windsor, but there is a slight concern about the finishing effort from the son of Havana Grey on each occasion. Therefore, the vote goes to CORNICHE GIRL. Richard Hannon's filly has been running well in defeat and can take advantage of what looks a winnable contest on paper. Luna Beaux and Ahead Of Fashion complete the shortlist.

18:35 Chepstow (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:45 Windsor (Class 5) 5f - 7 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (5/4 +55%) Quantum Power	1.25 5/4(+55%)	(1) Quantum Power 5/4, Game in visor and ran to best landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Newmarket (July) last time; suited by 5/6f, acts on any; can contend again. Built on earlier promise this season with a comfortable victory in 5f Newmarket handicap a week ago; up 5lb but another bold showing is on the cards with Billy Loughnane now up..
7	7 (7) (10/3 +33%) Eightthreeone	3.333333 10/3(+33%)	(7) Eightthreeone 10/3, Ran to form when second beaten 1 1/2l off 69 last time, same mark here; effective 5/6f, acts on good to firm and AW, action suggests will want soft ground ideally; consistent. Made a winning start in handicaps at Southwell (6f) in April and has continued in good form, second of nine at Goodwood (5f) last month; ought to be thereabouts..
3	3 (3) (6/1 +50%) Angel Numbers	6 6/1(+50%)	(3) Angel Numbers 6/1, Below par from a tricky draw beaten 8l in a handicap at York last time; effective 5f, acts on sound surface; form is a bit up and down but nicely weighted. Winless since her debut but she comes here in decent nick, not best drawn when seventh of 13 in 5f York handicap last time; not out of things off a 3lb lower mark..
2	2 (2) (8/1 -23%) Alkuwarrior	8 8/1(-23%)	(2) Alkuwarrior 8/1, Back to form in cheekpieces landing a handicap by 2l off a 7lb lower mark at Ffos Las last time; trainer in form; effective 5f, acts on good to soft and fast ground; needs head gear to work for a second time up 7lb. Came in last on his first three starts for current yard but revitalised by cheekpieces when bagging 5f Ffos Las handicap 23 days ago; needs headgear to work the oracle for a second time off 7lb higher here..
5	5 (5) (10/1 -82%) Control Room	10 10/1(-82%)	(5) Control Room 10/1, Ran to form on handicap debut beaten a head off a 3lb lower mark at Bath last time; effective at 5/6f, acts on soft and fast ground; well handicapped and entitled to come on from seasonal debut. Ended 2025 with 5f Catterick maiden victory and signed off for Robert Cowell with a very good second of nine in 5.5f Bath handicap last month; up 3lb but very much one to consider for her new yard..
4	4 (4) (10/1 +0%) Dark Alley	10 10/1(+0%)	(4) Dark Alley 10/1, Ran about to form made plenty of use of on seasonal debut beaten 3l off a 2lb higher mark at Goodwood last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good and AW, suited by fast ground; entitled to come on from reappearance. A fair 5.5f winner at 2yrs; resumed from seven months off with a good fifth of nine in 5f Goodwood handicap last month; needs considering eased 2lb..
8	8 (8) (16/1 -33%) Adalida	16 16/1(-33%)	(8) Adalida 16/1, No chance after poor start beaten 9 1/2l off 69 last time, 1lb lower here; suited by 5/6f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; could bounce back. Keen-going sort who proved suited by dropping to 5f when gaining a first win at Lingfield in May; not best drawn when 11th in 5f York handicap last time; can make her presence felt..

LTO Selection:

QUANTUM POWER returned to winning ways over 5f at Newmarket a week ago and Tom Clover's gelding merits plenty of respect as a result, despite a 5lb rise. The unexposed Control Room was only beaten a nose when second on her handicap bow at Bath and could prove to be the main threat, ahead of the recent Ffos Las winner Alkuwarrior and Eightthreeone.

18:45 Windsor (Class 5) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:55 Lingfield (Class 6) 13f - 4 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (8/13 +59%) Jack Langley	0.615385 8/13(+59%)	(5) Jack Langley 8/13, Ran to form beaten 3l off this mark at Ripon last time; trainer in form; suited by 12f, stays 2m, acts on good and AW; consistent. Three-time AW winner here for Simon Dow last year who made a solid start for his new yard back on turf, having been picked up for 11,000gns, at Ripon nine days ago; just cracked late there on his first run in three months and needs considering..
4	4 (4) (15/8 +0%) Captain Brett	1.875 15/8(+0%)	(4) Captain Brett 15/8, Returned to form off reduced mark landing a handicap by 2 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Yarmouth last time; usually held up; effective 12-16f, fast ground suits; hard to judge form of latest win, revised mark demands more. Made it 2-3 at Yarmouth (0-11 elsewhere, often at short prices) when beating a long odds-on shot in a three-runner race nine days ago without the usual hood; fair chance of following up off a 4lb higher mark..
1	1 (1) (15/2 +58%) Stage Show	7.5 15/2(+58%)	(1) Stage Show 15/2, Scored by a short-head off a 2lb lower mark at Salisbury penultimate start; made too much use of eighth beaten 28l off 65 last time, same mark here; effective 11/12f on Flat; remains well treated on old form. 66-1 winner on his first Flat start since 2024 when making most to win off 2lb lower in a small field at Salisbury last month; back to his inconsistent self when tailed off at Chepstow next time and it will likely depend on what sort of mood he's in..
2	2 (2) (20/1 +29%) Trooper	20 20/1(+29%)	(2) Trooper 20/1, Poor Flat return well beaten in a handicap at Goodwood latest; effective 10f, acts on heavy and good to soft; winner in Germany, struggling in both codes for new yard, ground quick enough here. Five-time Flat winner in Belgium/Germany (one in blinkers) who's struggled in five runs for this yard (four over hurdles); the first-time cheekpieces he sported when beaten a long way at Goodwood three weeks ago are replaced..

LTO Selection:

A 4lb rise for winning at Yarmouth last week may not stop CAPTAIN BRETT. The four-year-old stepped forward from both his runs this season to win in decent fashion and this appears to be a very winnable contest on paper. Jack Langley's consistency earns him a place on the shortlist, while Kotari's recent fifth at Bath was more encouraging and he might be able to strike soon.

18:55 Lingfield (Class 6) 13f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:05 Chepstow (Class 6) 7f - 7 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (15/8 +78%) Jackabi	1.875 15/8(+78%)	(1) Jackabi 15/8, Didn't get home on soft ground beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark at Chester last time; suited by 7f, acts on fast ground and AW; needs to settle. A fair 7f juvenile maiden but he tends to race freely and did well considering, when beaten 4l at Chester (7.5f, soft) 15 days ago, in first-time tongue-tie to go with hood (retained); takes a drop in grade and may be interesting if let loose in front..
4	4 (4) (10/3 +56%) Imagine That	3.333333 10/3(+56%)	(4) Imagine That 10/3, Soft ground perhaps didn't suit beaten 9l in a handicap at Goodwood last time; acts on AW; should improve a little for initial experience with a clear run. Hasn't shown much in four starts, including on handicap debut when fifth of nine at Goodwood (6f, soft) 15 days ago; steps up in trip and needs to show improvement..
7	7 (7) (4/1 +0%) Creciente	4 4/1(+0%)	(7) Creciente 4/1, Step back in right direction beaten 3l off a 3lb higher mark at Salisbury last time; trainer in form; effective 6/7f and a sound surface; mark falling but pretty poor so far in handicaps. Has shown bits of form and was beaten less than 3l in a better contest at Salisbury (7f, good) 13 days ago; her mark continues to fall and this looks to be her best opportunity to date..
3	3 (3) (9/2 -35%) Thai Princess	4.5 9/2(-35%)	(3) Thai Princess 9/2, Ran to form when fourth beaten 5l in a maiden at Wolverhampton latest; off a short-break and since undergone a wind op; effective 7f, acts on AW; might do better now handicapping for good yard. Has shown only modest form on three runs on AW; has had wind surgery since last start in April and makes turf/handicap debut; no surprise were she to show improvement for in-form yard..
2	2 (2) (5/1 +0%) Okiru	5 5/1(+0%)	(2) Okiru 5/1, Never in it from off the pace beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap at Redcar last time; blinkers first time; stays 7f/1m; mark easing but needs more. Has been placed three times on AW but not so good in two starts on turf; his mark continues to drop and first-time blinkers replace cheekpieces; needs to show more..
5	5 (5) (8/1 -60%) Mister Mcgregor	8 8/1(-60%)	(5) Mister Mcgregor 8/1, Picked up well off pace when second beaten 3l in a classified race at Wolverhampton latest; effective 6/7f, acts on good to firm and AW; longstanding maiden but can go well. 0-25 but has been runner-up five times, the last twice in classified events at Wolverhampton AW this year where his best chance of success lies; continues in new headgear combination but vulnerable to less-exposed sorts..
6	6 (6) (50/1 0%) Havana's Dream	50 50/1(0%)	(6) Havana's Dream 50/1, Again failed to beat a rival at Bath last time; no worthwhile form; hard to recommend. Unplaced in all 12 starts and she's been tailed off in three runs this year; cheekpieces back on replacing visor; others preferred..

LTO Selection:

THAI PRINCESS has shown some promise in her three outings so far, including when fourth at Wolverhampton, and Andrew Balding's filly makes plenty of appeal on her handicap bow after a wind operation. Creciente ran her best race for a while at Salisbury earlier in the month and is capable of a decent showing, while Imagine That heads the remainder.

19:05 Chepstow (Class 6) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:15 Windsor (Class 3) 10f - 3 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (4/6 +0%) Ruler Of Time	0.666667 4/6(+0%)	(3) Ruler Of Time 4/6, Well backed, ran to form when second beaten 2l in a novice at Doncaster latest; effective 7f/1m, acts on sound surface; should go well again. Not This Time gelding; fairly useful form shown when runner-up on four of his five starts, on latest back from four months off in 1m Doncaster novice 22 days ago; the form pick..
2	2 (2) (11/10 +12%) Gonna Fly	1.1 11/10(+12%)	(2) Gonna Fly 11/10, Sweating and raced too freely when well beaten in Greenham at Newbury latest; off a short-break; effective 1m, acts on soft; latest run too bad to be true and will do better when settles. Starspangledbanner colt who looked a good prospect when making a winning debut in 1m Newbury novice in October; 20-1, last of eight in Greenham Stakes there on his return; remains with plenty of potential and well worth another chance..
4	4 (4) (16/1 +11%) Lunella	16 16/1(+11%)	(4) Lunella 16/1, 125,000gns Lope Y Fernandez filly; half-sister to Stratum, high-class stayer; dam useful at 12f; hood first time; probably need the experience. 28,000euros foal, 125,000gns yearling; half-sister to four winners, notably Stratum (1m2f-2m5f Flat, RPR 115; useful 2m-3m1f hurdle/chase); dam 1m winner (RPR 78); this Lope Y Fernandez filly appeals on paper but this is no easy debut; hooded..

LTO Selection:

GONNA FLY failed to fire in the Greenham on his return in April but that showed the level of expectation that connections had for him. The three-year-old won impressively on his debut at Newbury last October and it would be no surprise to see him bounce back to form at this level. Ruler Of Time has been expensive to follow but cannot be discounted, while any market support for Lunella would have to be noted.

19:15 Windsor (Class 3) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:25 Lingfield (Class 5) 4f - 5 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (5/4 +38%) Ancient State	1.25 5/4(+38%)	(1) Ancient State 5/4, Improved back up in trip landing a handicap by 4l off a 8lb lower mark at Newmarket (July) last time; effective at 5/6f and best on a sound surface; progressive. Three previous wins had come on the AW (5f) but he was a revelation at Newmarket eight days ago when hammering a big field over 6f; that may well have been down to the first-time eyeshield and he now has to back it up off an 8lb higher mark..
2	2 (2) (7/4 -46%) Rogue Bullet	1.75 7/4(-46%)	(2) Rogue Bullet 7/4, Returned to form landing a handicap by 2l off a 5lb lower mark at Brighton last time; suited by 5f and a sound surface; back in form, revised mark makes life tougher. Yet another to win first time out for this yard when turning in a career-best effort at Brighton last Sunday; makes appeal under a penalty for that, especially with Jack Callan taking off 3lb, and he looks to have Ancient State to worry about..
3	3 (3) (6/1 +20%) Kiss And Run	6 6/1(+20%)	(3) Kiss And Run 6/1, Every chance, below form beaten 4l in a handicap at Sandown last time; enjoys making it; effective 5/6f, acts on heavy and good to firm; on long losing run, form in and out so far this year. Arrives in good form, going close at Windsor before anticipating the start last time; losing run is 18, however, and never won off a mark this high..
4	4 (4) (15/2 +17%) Lazzar	7.5 15/2(+17%)	(4) Lazzar 15/2, Ran to current form beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark at Salisbury last time; effective at 6f, ran well at 5f early in career, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; back below last winning mark but yet to match AW form on turf. His four wins have all come over 6f on the AW and he's 0-10 on turf; having a rare start over 5f tonight and will need to improve on recent efforts..
5	5 (5) (10/1 -11%) Sam's Xpress	10 10/1(-11%)	(5) Sam's Xpress 10/1, Did too much too soon beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 5/6f on sound surface; chance if not overdoing it early. Four wins on the AW since finishing second in a classified at Yarmouth last summer (0-10 on turf) and he is 26lb higher than that day; would be a surprise winner back from a few months off..

LTO Selection:

ROGUE BULLET's 5lb penalty for winning at Brighton on yard debut for James Owen is mostly negated by Jack Callan taking 3lb off. The son of Mehmas might not need to improve much on that effort to make it back-to-back victories. Kiss And Run had an excuse at Sandown when anticipating the start and is better judged on her runner-up effort at Windsor, while Lazzar appears best of the remainder.

19:25 Lingfield (Class 5) 4f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:35 Chepstow (Class 5) 8f - 7 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (13/8 +19%) Happy Banner	1.625 13/8(+19%)	(3) Happy Banner 13/8, Ran to form beaten a length off this mark at Salisbury last time; suited by 7/8f, acts on a sound surface; can go well again. Sole success came in an AW juvenile novice in December 2024; has ran well to be third on both starts this year at Bath and Salisbury; this also represents a class drop and he shouldn't be far away..
4	4 (4) (3/1 +60%) Great Blasket	3 3/1(+60%)	(4) Great Blasket 3/1, Won this last year; bit below form beaten 4l in a handicap at Wetherby last time; suited by 8/9f, seems to act on any except very testing ground; bounce back needed. Has won seven of his 25 races on turf; has run well in three starts since returning last month and should run his usual solid race..
6	6 (6) (6/1 -71%) Gennadius	6 6/1(-71%)	(6) Gennadius 6/1, Best work late, ran to form beaten 3 1/4l off this mark at Pontefract last time; effective 6-8f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; chance if building on latest. 1-21 but ran his best race for a while when runner-up at Pontefract (1m, good) last Sunday; claims if he can back that up..
5	5 (5) (6/1 +8%) Spirit Of The Bay	6 6/1(+8%)	(5) Spirit Of The Bay 6/1, Lacked pace when fourth beaten 7 1/2l in a handicap at Salisbury latest; effective 7-10f, acts on any; chance on penultimate start. Two of her four wins have came at this track, one over today's distance; fourth in both starts this year but may be vulnerable to younger rivals..
7	7 (7) (8/1 -14%) Rating	8 8/1(-14%)	(7) Rating 8/1, Bit keen, below form when fifth beaten 10l off 64 last time, same mark here; effective 7-10f, acts on sound surface; chance if bouncing back to form of Bath win. Off the mark on turf at the 20th attempt when accounting for three rivals at Bath (1m, firm) last month; below par when fifth of 13 at Salisbury (1m, good) 13 days ago; win record is offputting..
2	2 (2) (10/1 +0%) Stardancer	10 10/1(+0%)	(2) Stardancer 10/1, Too keen on first run after a wind op beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap at Nottingham last time; effective 6-8f; should come on for latest. Promise in AW novices and on handicap debut when third at Doncaster (7f, good) last June; has since had wind surgery and should be sharper following his return from ten-month layoff when sixth of seven at Nottingham (8.5f, good) last month in first-time tongue-tie (retained); another to consider..
1	1 (1) (10/1 +17%) Echalar	10 10/1(+17%)	(1) Echalar 10/1, Below form but with excuses down the field in a handicap at Chester most recent; off a short-break; effective at 7/8f, acts on soft and AW; drop in trip a plus here. Lightly raced on turf; out of the frame in six starts since winning at Wolverhampton (7f, AW) in January; takes a drop in grade and as low in the weights as he's ever been; not out of this..

LTO Selection:

Happy Banner has filled third place on both starts so far this year and is likely to be in the mix once again. That said, preference is for GENNADIUS, who was second at Pontefract last weekend and that was a step in the right direction. Rating is a player based on her Bath win two starts ago, while Spirit Of The Bay is also noted.

19:35 Chepstow (Class 5) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:45 Windsor (Class 3) 11f - 7 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (15/8 +58%) Claymore	1.875 15/8(+58%)	(1) Claymore 15/8, Ran about to British form back from Meydan beaten 6l in a handicap at Carlisle last time; effective 10-12f, suited by sound surface; former Group winner, not the force of old. A two-time 1m4f scorer in 2025; returned from a spell in Meydan with a solid fifth of 12 in 1m3f handicap at Carlisle four weeks ago; not out of things with Billy Loughnane now up..
6	6 (6) (11/4 -22%) Wisper	2.75 11/4(-22%)	(6) Wisper 11/4, Won this last year; back best at favourite course winning with a bit in hand in a handicap by 3/4l off a 3lb lower mark here last time; trainer in form; suited by 10-12f, acts on any; game and loves Windsor. Took this in 2025 and she made a winning return over C\u0026D last month; up 3lb but she's a likely player once more with yard going very well..
5	5 (5) (7/2 +13%) Fireblade	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(5) Fireblade 7/2, Unsuited by drop to 10f but ran about to form when fourth beaten 4l in a handicap at Pontefract latest; suited by sound surface, effective 12-16f; consistent and longer trip a positive. Brother to the top-class Cracksman; made good strides for Dylan Cunha last season (scored twice at up to 2m) and he shaped encouragingly over an inadequate 1m2f when fourth of eight in handicap at Pontefract in April; appeals as the sort to do well in 2026 and interesting now back up in trip..
3	3 (3) (13/2 +19%) Spioradalta	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(3) Spioradalta 13/2, Scored by a length off a 3lb lower mark at Ripon penultimate start; up 3lb and in class but probably just too free last time; effective 8-12f, acts on any; competitive mark. Most likeable front runner who bagged a second win of 2026 in 1m2f Ripon handicap in May; unable to lead from a poor draw when 11th at York (1m2f) 15 days ago and remains very much one to consider..
4	4 (4) (9/1 +0%) Majestic	9 9/1(+0%)	(4) Majestic 9/1, Better effort second start off a break when fourth beaten 7l in a handicap at Hamilton latest; effective 8-12f, acts on good, good to firm and AW; mark still looks stiff based on 2026 form. Winless since successful in Bahrain (1m2f) in January 2025, but he got back on track with fourth of seven in 1m3f handicap at Hamilton last month; this veteran is no forlorn hope off a 2lb lower mark..
7	7 (7) (9/1 +36%) Pride Of Donegal	9 9/1(+36%)	(7) Pride Of Donegal 9/1, Scored by 5l off a 5lb lower mark at Wolverhampton three starts back; below form last time; suited by 10-12f, all form on AW; on a competitive mark still. A two-time 1m4f scorer at Wolverhampton in the spring; rare poor effort when last of eight in 1m4f Newmarket handicap last time; the sort to bounce back..
2	2 (2) (18/1 +18%) King's Code	18 18/1(+18%)	(2) King's Code 18/1, Below form down the field in a handicap at Epsom most recent start; effective 10-12f, acts on soft, good and AW; below last winning mark but must bounce back. Kickstarted 2025 with 1m2f handicap success at Newcastle in January, but he's failed to beat a rival on his last three runs, finishing last of 16 in 1m2f Epsom handicap 22 days ago..

LTO Selection:

It's hard to ignore the claims of WISPER, who made a winning return to action over track and trip last month and is just 3lb higher. With Rossa Ryan back in the plate, she could complete a double. Fireblade finished a fair fourth in a warmer event at Pontefract in April and commands plenty of respect, while Spioradalta is a player based on his triumph at Ripon two starts ago.

19:45 Windsor (Class 3) 11f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:55 Lingfield (Class 4) 4f - 6 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (11/8 +54%) Havana Flash	1.375 11/8(+54%)	(2) Havana Flash 11/8, Yard won this last year; ran well to a point in good race beaten 8l in a 2yo race at Epsom on debut; pedigree all speed, dam a Listed winner; should improve down in class. 40,000gns breeze-up 2yo whose dam won three Listed sprints in Ireland; in at the deep end on her 6f Epsom debut (sole newcomer) when shaping with a bit of promise, and entitled to improve for last year's winning yard..
6	6 (6) (5/2 -127%) Terminology	2.5 5/2(-127%)	(6) Terminology 5/2, Very promising effort third beaten 3 1/4l in a maiden at Nottingham debut; effective 5f, acts on good; debut form franked in Queen Mary, should progress. 360,000gns breeze-up purchase who made a satisfactory debut behind subsequent Queen Mary (Group 2) runner-up Senorita Bonita at Nottingham (5f, good) early in the month; just about sets the standard on that and is entitled to improve..
3	3 (3) (7/2 +36%) Najmet Minzaal	3.5 7/2(+36%)	(3) Najmet Minzaal 7/2, Promising effort 4l fourth in a novice at Wolverhampton first-time out; effective 5f, speed in pedigree, acts on AW; should improve a little for initial experience if ridden more positively. 50,000euros yearling whose debut fourth on Tapeta six weeks ago (33-1) has been boosted since by those ahead of her; got chopped off early that night before sticking on, and is one to consider..
1	1 (1) (7/1 +30%) Betty Boop	7 7/1(+30%)	(1) Betty Boop 7/1, Sold for 75,000 guineas as a yearling; filly by high-class sprinter Mehmas; dam smart miler Shandra; probably effective 5f; stable can get first time out winners; watch betting. 75,000gns yearling who's the first foal of Shandra, who won on her 2yo debut (7f) for Dermot Weld; no surprise were she to want more of a test in due course for a trainer who does much better with 2yos on the AW than turf; market will be the best guide..
4	4 (4) (9/1 +18%) Penny Capri	9 9/1(+18%)	(4) Penny Capri 9/1, Improved for debut experience down in class beaten 5l in a maiden at Chepstow last time; sire effective 6f, dam useful up to 8f; more needed third start. Showed plenty of toe in her two runs (good/soft), both in the hood; inclined to hang left each time, though, and she'll need to improve; nurseries may be her time to shine..
5	5 (5) (40/1 -186%) Persian Sunset	40 40/1(-186%)	(5) Persian Sunset 40/1, Ran to form beaten 9l in a novice at Yarmouth last time; effective 5f, acts on good to soft, speedy pedigree; bit more needed to get off the mark. Useful pedigree but easy to back on two runs last month and finished well held; trainer's strike-rate with juveniles is up this season but it may be in nurseries that she makes her mark..

LTO Selection:

TERMINOLOGY shaped with lots of promise when finishing third behind subsequent Queen Mary runner-up Senorita Bonita at Nottingham at the start of the month. With normal improvement, the daughter of Havana Grey will prove very hard to beat. Najmet Minzaal ran with credit when fourth on her introduction at Wolverhampton and should mount a bold bid, while Betty Boop warrants a market check on her first appearance.

19:55 Lingfield (Class 4) 4f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:05 Chepstow (Class 6) 5f - 6 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (11/8 +54%) Act Of Violence	1.375 11/8(+54%)	(1) Act Of Violence 11/8, Below form beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap at Southwell last time; best at 6f, acts well on a sound surface; bounce back needed. Two wins came over 6f in 2023 and 2024 when trained by Tim Easterby; no joy in four starts for David Loughnane and steps back to 5f on his stable debut; on a career-low mark and market watch is advised..
3	3 (3) (11/4 -22%) Dragon God	2.75 11/4(-22%)	(3) Dragon God 11/4, Bit below best beaten 3 1/4l off a 2lb higher mark at Wetherby last time; effective 5-7f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; mark easing but needs more. 0-11 but finished third twice in the spring; drops back in trip and still has time on his side; should not be far away if he shows his best form..
4	4 (4) (7/2 -5%) Some Nightmare	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(4) Some Nightmare 7/2, Ran to form beaten 2 1/2l off a 1lb higher mark here last time; top course trainer; effective 5/6f, acts on any, Chepstow specialist; can go well. Six of his eight wins have been at this track, the last three over today's distance; must come into calculations..
2	2 (2) (9/2 +0%) Secret Handsheikh	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(2) Secret Handsheikh 9/2, Again below form beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap at Windsor last time; effective 5/6f, acts on any; more needed. Has eight wins on turf but losing run is mounting up; needs to rediscover his form..
5	5 (5) (9/1 -20%) Macarone	9 9/1(-20%)	(5) Macarone 9/1, Not best of runs beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Bath last time; effective 5-7f, acts on any; mark easing, but in poor form. Sole success on turf came in 2023 when trained by Craig Lidster; has win three times since on AW and left Ivan Furtado last month; unplaced in three runs for current yard and doesn't look ready to capitalise on career-low mark..
6	6 (6) (66/1 -136%) Captain Bentley	66 66/1(-136%)	(6) Captain Bentley 66/1, Too slowly away from stalls down the field in a handicap at Wolverhampton most recent; effective 5f on fast ground; inconsistent. Scored at 80-1 to land a classified contest over C\u0026D last July but ran poorly in handicaps subsequently; makes his first appearance of the year but hard to fancy..

LTO Selection:

In a moderate event, marginal preference is for SOME NIGHTMARE. The veteran was not disgraced when fourth over C&D earlier in the month and that form gives him a big chance in this company. Dragon God has also been running well enough in defeat of late to suggest that he can go close. The rest have questions to answer, but Macarone is the pick of them.

20:05 Chepstow (Class 6) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:15 Windsor (Class 5) 11f - 5 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (2/1 +20%) Glenna	2 2/1(+20%)	(2) Glenna 2/1, Ran to form up to 12f when second beaten 4l in a handicap at Newbury latest; stays 12f, acts on soft, good and AW; consistent. Reliable Gleneagles filly who came clear of the rest when a very good second of seven in 1m4f Newbury handicap 16 days ago; big player off the same mark in her bid for a breakthrough victory..
5	5 (5) (9/4 +25%) Mohaab	2.25 9/4(+25%)	(5) Mohaab 9/4, Scored by 5l off a 6lb lower mark at Nottingham penultimate start; didn't find a lot on fast ground last time; stays 10f, acts on good and AW, seems to like some give ideally; slightly longer trip may suit. Gained a first success at the tenth attempt at Nottingham (1m2f) in May and posted a solid fourth of ten (off a 7lb higher mark) over 1m2f here 26 days ago; not out of things stepping up in trip..
4	4 (4) (10/3 -11%) Kindly Queen	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(4) Kindly Queen 10/3, Yard has won 3 of last 9 runnings of race; did too much in front in a handicap at Newbury last time; in good form prior; cheekpieces first time; effective 10-12f, acts on good to firm and AW; may need an uncontested lead to settle. Nathaniel filly; in the frame on her first five starts, blinkered when a good second over C\u0026D in May; only fifth of seven in 1m4f Newbury handicap last time but goes in different headgear here and no surprise to see her bounce back..
3	3 (3) (5/1 +9%) Ticker Tape	5 5/1(+9%)	(3) Ticker Tape 5/1, May not have stayed extended 12f beaten 9l in a novice at Newcastle last time; effective 9-10f, all form on AW, fast ground will suit action; stamina a worry but has hinted at ability. Time Test filly who is a half-sister to the stable's smart Gold Cup winner Courage Mon Ami; showed promise when in the frame (up to 1m2f) at Wolverhampton and Lingfield on her first two starts but failed to build on that when a free-going fifth of six in 1m4f novice at Newcastle last month; remains with potential though now going into handicaps for top yard..
1	1 (1) (15/2 -67%) Hot Silk	7.5 15/2(-67%)	(1) Hot Silk 15/2, Run probably reflected ability when fourth beaten 7 1/4l in a novice at Wolverhampton latest; stays 10f, acts on good to soft and AW; consistent in maidens and novice. Too Darn Hot filly; has been brought along steadily, a patiently ridden fourth of six in 9.5f Wolverhampton novice last month; appeals as a likely improver now going handicapping stepped up in trip..

LTO Selection:

Ticker Tape displayed some ability in her three starts in maiden/novice company since making her debut in March and has to be of interest on her handicap bow. Similar comments apply to Hot Silk, but the vote goes to GLENNA. Tom Ward's filly was beaten four lengths into second in a warmer contest at Newbury earlier this month and can capitalise on an unchanged rating.

20:15 Windsor (Class 5) 11f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:25 Lingfield (Class 6) 7f - 10 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (11/10 +56%) Desert Charm	1.1 11/10(+56%)	(1) Desert Charm 11/10, Built on recent revival up in trip when winning a handicap at Chepstow by a neck last time; effective 7f/1m on sound surface; steadily progressing, big player dropping in class. Arrived following a win when a below-par fourth in this race last summer; always travelling well when winning at Chepstow 12 days ago, however, and she sneaks in here on the ceiling mark having been put up 2lb; player from a handy draw..
2	2 (2) (5/2 +50%) Drafted	2.5 5/2(+50%)	(2) Drafted 5/2, Never threatened up in trip beaten 8l in a handicap at Bath last time; consistent at 7/8f on sound surface; inconsistent since move from Ireland. Trainer won with three of his last five runners coming into today, all three doing it easily, two at big prices; this triple AW winner has shown enough since returned to turf to suggest he can be a factor at this level..
3	3 (3) (5/1 0%) Heer's Sadie	5 5/1(0%)	(3) Heer's Sadie 5/1, Too much to do having met trouble, ran to form when second beaten 2 1/4l in a classified race at Yarmouth latest; trainer in form; suited by 7/8f, probably better on fast ground; threat if building on latest but unreliable. Traditionally best in high summer and she came back to form for Jack Callan (first ride for the yard) when best of the rest behind the better-than-class Rockafeller Skank at Yarmouth last time; draw, ground and course all fine and she's shortlisted..
5	5 (5) (7/1 -75%) Nicely Curved	7 7/1(-75%)	(5) Nicely Curved 7/1, Never got a run, flew home, unlucky not to be fair bit closer 2 1/4l third in a classified race at Yarmouth most recent run; effective 8f on AW, soft; could make amends for last time if handling conditions. Maiden (0-9 in the US) who's been patchy for her current yard (in season when well beaten at a short price on the AW here in February before not taking to hurdles); gave hope when an unlucky-in-running third behind Heer's Sadie last time, however; player..
6	6 (6) (11/1 +8%) Rovinia	11 11/1(+8%)	(6) Rovinia 11/1, Every chance, below form beaten 3l in a handicap at Brighton last time; effective 6/7f, acts on good to soft, good to firm and AW; mark looking stiff. Consistent last year but has lost her way since over a variety of trips; this is her first crack at 0-50 company but others have more pressing claims..
8	8 (8) (11/1 +8%) Blossom In The Air	11 11/1(+8%)	(8) Blossom In The Air 11/1, Flattened out up in trip having met trouble, ran to form when fourth beaten 2 1/4l in a handicap at Yarmouth latest; probably best 5f, just about gets 7f, may want sound surface; should be a big threat down in class. Again didn't convince on the stamina front over 7f (soft) last time and she's drawn wide going up in trip again; bit to find coming out of handicap company..
4	4 (4) (11/1 +8%) Lowestoft	11 11/1(+8%)	(4) Lowestoft 11/1, Travelled, probably hit front too soon up in trip and outstayed late beaten 4l in a classified race at Yarmouth last time; effective 7f on AW; chance if building on latest couple of starts. Bit more hope in his two starts in the tongue-tie for his new yard; didn't appear to quite see out 1m on soft ground behind Heer's Sadie and Nicely Curved last time and he's one of the more interesting runners..
9	9 (9) (20/1 +20%) Dontwaryboutathing	20 20/1(+20%)	(9) Dontwaryboutathing 20/1, Made too much use of down the field in a novice at Doncaster most recent; tongue-tie first time; off a short-break; sire sprinter, dam a 10f winner; yet to show anything. Beaten a long way in three runs over 6f; this is more realistic in a first-time tongue-tie but seeing some market interest would be wanted before she's considered..
7	7 (7) (22/1 -83%) Accommodation	22 22/1(-83%)	(7) Accommodation 22/1, May have found ground too soft beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap at Yarmouth last time; cheekpieces first time; usually held up; effective 6f, acts on AW; bounce back needed. Ran only once for William Haggas (poorly) and has achieved little for her current yard; first-time headgear needs to make a big difference..
10	10 (10) (66/1 -136%) Mr Jeffrey	66 66/1(-136%)	(10) Mr Jeffrey 66/1, Continued in poor form well beaten in a maiden here latest; bred to be suited by around 10f; drops in class but yet to show anything. Huge prices for all three runs, finishing well beaten, and it's hard to find any positives from stall 1..

LTO Selection:

DESERT CHARM went in by a neck in a class 6 handicap at Chepstow on her most recent start and, if reproducing that level of form, she could be the one to beat. Heer's Sadie bounced back to form when only finding the progressive Rockafeller Skank too good at Yarmouth and is likely to be on the premises again. Of the remainder, Nicely Curved makes the most appeal.

20:25 Lingfield (Class 6) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:35 Chepstow (Class 6) 6f - 7 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (6/4 +33%) Autumn Angel	1.5 6/4(+33%)	(4) Autumn Angel 6/4, Ran to form second beaten 1 1/4l off 51 last time, same mark here; effective at 6/7f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; can go well again over this C&D. Back to form when scoring over C\u0026D (good to soft) last month and has made the frame twice since over C\u0026D; she looks sure to be thereabouts..
2	2 (2) (11/4 -10%) Ravenglass	2.75 11/4(-10%)	(2) Ravenglass 11/4, Ran to form beaten a neck off a 1lb lower mark here last time; effective 7/8f, acts on most; chance once again. Last of five wins came at this track (7f) in May 2025 off this mark; returned to form when beaten a head here (7f, good) 12 days ago but not sure the step back to 6f for the first time since February 2024 will be in his favour..
1	1 (1) (7/2 +0%) Sioux Warrior	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(1) Sioux Warrior 7/2, Ran to form down in trip beaten 3 1/2l off this mark at Bath last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 5-7f, acts on a sound surface; not fully exposed at 7f, chance again off this mark. 1-25 but he went close over 7f at Wolverhampton in March and his Bath third last month (5.7f, good to firm) was another sound effort; should remain competitive with first-time cheekpieces added..
5	5 (5) (9/1 +44%) Thanks Dad	9 9/1(+44%)	(5) Thanks Dad 9/1, Again below form beaten 6l in a handicap at Brighton last time; suited by 6/7f, acts on a sound surface, better on AW; bounce back needed. Two wins came at Southwell AW last year; down the field twice last month back on turf and best to leave until returning to Southwell..
3	3 (3) (10/1 -43%) Reidh	10 10/1(-43%)	(3) Reidh 10/1, Never in it from off the pace beaten 10l in a handicap at Pontefract last time; blinkers first time; suited by 7/8f, acts on any; mark falling fast but with good reason. Won twice over 7f for Richard Fahey in 2024; not added to that tally since, and has been below-par in three starts for new yard; tries a new trip and runs with first-time tongue-tie and blinkers which need to have a positive impact..
7	7 (7) (14/1 +30%) Weston Court	14 14/1(+30%)	(7) Weston Court 14/1, Did too much too soon tried in a visor beaten 4l in a handicap at Brighton last time; blinkers first time; suited by 8f, acts best on fast ground; drop to sprinting worth exploring. Has struggled since landing two wins in the summer of 2024; another change of headgear with first-time blinkers taking over from a visor..
6	6 (6) (16/1 -33%) Marisitta	16 16/1(-33%)	(6) Marisitta 16/1, Found little, below form beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap here last time; top course trainer; effective 7/8f on soft, good and AW; drop to 6f might suit. Still a maiden and lacks consistency to boot; hard to fancy..

LTO Selection:

AUTUMN ANGEL was second over C&D earlier in the month and that form was boosted when the winner scored again on Tuesday. With that in mind, Tony Carroll's mare merits plenty of respect off the same mark. Ravenglass was only denied by a neck over 7f here last time and is an obvious threat, while Sioux Warrior also makes the shortlist.

20:35 Chepstow (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:55 Lingfield (Class 6) 6f - 4 Run Speed Edge Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (15/8 -25%) Orange Emperor	1.875 15/8(-25%)	(2) Orange Emperor 15/8, Improved up in trip beaten 1/2l off this mark at Salisbury last time; effective 6-7f, may need a sound surface; well treated on best form but not that dependable. Arron D'Arcy (1-10 overall) rode a winner for the trainer, who won this race two years ago, early in the month; no problem with 7f under him last time but the drop back in trip, minus the usual hood, should be fine; player..
1	1 (1) (2/1 +56%) Savannah Smiles	2 2/1(+56%)	(1) Savannah Smiles 2/1, Ran to form beaten 2 1/4l off a 1lb higher mark at Chepstow last time; stays an extended 5f, acts on any; 3lb below last winning mark, could build on recent revival with wind fixed. Well suited by undulating tracks and has come back to form since undergoing wind surgery; now 3lb below her last winning mark and Harry Vigors has plenty of experience for 5lb in this company; down in class and it's hard to find any negatives..
4	4 (4) (11/4 +75%) Blindfold Games	2.75 11/4(+75%)	(4) Blindfold Games 11/4, Taken on up front and made too much use of beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap at Windsor last time; effective at 5/6f, acts on soft and AW; maiden looking exposed. Excuses since returned to turf, and having Jack Callan up is an obvious plus, but she's an exposed maiden whose best efforts have come on AW; the cheekpieces experiment has quickly been binned and she needs to find more from somewhere..
5	5 (5) (9/2 +36%) My Dad Tom	4.5 9/2(+36%)	(5) My Dad Tom 9/2, Disappointing turf return beaten 5 1/2l in a handicap at Windsor last time; effective 6/7f, possibly better latter, acts on a sound surface; form is going the wrong way. Perhaps the return to turf will prove the answer but he hasn't shone in two runs in cheekpieces this year, having been gelded, and is regressive; others have stronger claims..

LTO Selection:

Orange Emperor produced a better display when filling the runner-up spot over 7f at Salisbury and has to be taken seriously, but this looks a good opportunity for SAVANNAH SMILES to regain the winning thread. Grace Harris' inmate was far from disgraced in third behind a subsequent winner at Chepstow recently and a reproduction of that might be good enough. Blindfold Games is the pick of the remainder.

20:55 Lingfield (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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