1 Thursday 29th February 2024 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

Tomform Thursday 29th February 2024

There were 33 Races on Thursday 29th February 2024 across 5 meetings. There was 7 races at Clonmel, 6 races at Ludlow, 6 races at Wetherby, 7 races at Taunton, 7 races at Chelmsford-City, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Thursday 29th February 2024

The data in the racecards below is for the past year. View the racecard key.

13:47 Clonmel Maiden Chase 20f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
4	4 (4) (4/6 -8%) Miss Tempo	0.666667 4/6(-8%)	(4) Miss Tempo 4/6, Fairly useful hurdler. 9/1, good second of 14 in handicap hurdle at Naas (18.5f, soft) 32 days ago. Makes chase debut with her stable in good form. Big player. Fair 119-rated hurdler, a good run on latest, will be hard to beat if jumping adequately.
6	6 (6) (10/3 -21%) Something Abouther	3.333333 10/3(-21%)	(6) Something Abouther 10/3, Fairly useful winner at 22f over hurdles. 4/1, held in third when unseated rider 4 out in novice chase at Fairyhouse (21.3f, heavy) on debut over fences 22 days ago. Not ruled out if building on it. Useful bumper and hurdles, unseated on chase debut, should be a factor with a clear round.
5	5 (5) (9/2 -29%) Missiee	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(5) Missiee 9/2, Fairly useful winner at 21f over hurdles. 10/1, remote third of 6 in novice chase at Fairyhouse (21.3f, heavy) on debut over fences 22 days ago. Needs to take a step forward. 4-19 over hurdles, tailed off last of three on chase debut, ought to be capable of better.
2	2 (2) (12/1 +52%) Kilashee	12 12/1(+52%)	(2) Kilashee 12/1, Unreliable type. 300/1, stiff task when pulled up in Grade 2 chase at Thurles (20.2f, heavy) 39 days ago. Not taken lightly if on her A-game. Two wins over hurdles, 0-16 over fences but second on four occasions, others preferred.
3	3 (3) (50/1 +0%) Ma Hoey	50 50/1(+0%)	(3) Ma Hoey 50/1, Poor chaser. 25/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Limerick (21f, heavy) 30 days ago, losing touch 3 out. Switches from hurdles to chase with others preferred. Two wins and five places from nine starts in points, moderate form on the track.
1	1 (1) (66/1 -32%) Barbaha Queen	66 66/1(-32%)	(1) Barbaha Queen 66/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. Modest winner at 16f over hurdles. 14/1, below form sixth of 10 in handicap chase at this course (16.5f, heavy) 49 days ago. Back up in trip. Best form at this track but inconsistent and faces a tough task at these weights.

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SOMETHING ABOUTHER finished ahead of principal rival Miss Tempo on a previous meeting last August. The selection might prefer a sounder surface and her jumping was novicey when falling on chase debut but might benefit from that experience. Miss Tempo would also prefer better ground and while her form has been hit-and-miss, her Naas run was encouraging. A debut point-to-point winner, she is rated 3lb higher than the selection (at 119) over hurdles but disappointed behind her at the Galway festival. Four-time winning hurdler Missiee was well held in the race in which the selection fell last month. Kilashee defeated Miss Tempo in a November 2021 hurdle but is a 16-race chase maiden while stablemate Barbaha Queen has a low rating. Dual point-to-point winner Ma Hoey, out of a half-sister to Lady Rebecca, has already had a foal and her recent racecourse form is poor.

MISS TEMPO has some fairly useful form to her name over hurdles so is taken to go in at the first time of asking over fences in a maiden where lots arrive with big question marks against them. Something Abouther can chase home Henry de Bromhead's mare if building on her Fairyhouse debut chasing effort.

This is a good opportunity for MISS TEMPO to make a winning chase debut. She was the best of these over hurdles and won a maiden point

13:47 Clonmel Maiden Chase 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:05 Taunton Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 19f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (10/3 +17%) Imperial Measure	3.333333 10/3(+17%)	(3) Imperial Measure 10/3, Successful from a 6 lb lower mark at Newton Abbot (16.7f) last summer and made the frame on 3 of his 4 starts since, 4 lengths second of 12 in C&D handicap 9 days ago. Nicely clear of remainder then and has more races in him from this sort of mark. Bled on Boxing Day but reliable in handicaps either side of that; C&D second last week.
6	6 (6) (4/1 +27%) Whynotnowroy	4 4/1(+27%)	(6) Whynotnowroy 4/1, Maiden who is from a reasonable jumping family and caught the eye (in first-time hood) from out of weights when sixth in 16-runner C&D handicap 23 days ago, seeming to finish with more to give. Worth keeping an eye on from such a low mark. First-time hood seemed to help when much more encouraging run over C&D latest; can improve.
1	1 (1) (9/2 -157%) Activist	4.5 9/2(-157%)	(1) Activist 9/2, Fairly useful on Flat in France and, despite going in snatches, produced best effort in this sphere when taking 6-runner handicap hurdle at Plumpton (15.9f) 3 days ago. Return to further won't inconvenience him on that evidence and respected under a penalty. Improved form when winning 3rd handicap, over 2m at Plumpton on Monday; form chance.
7	7 (7) (11/2 +0%) Wellwillya	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(7) Wellwillya 11/2, More encouraging signs in novice/handicap contests upon returning late last year and ran as well as could be expected in face of stiff task at Fontwell (19.2f, soft) 32 days ago. Likely he can be more competitive back in this more suitable grade. Not far behind a subsequent winner in latest handicap start (2m2f, soft); not ruled out.
9	9 (9) (13/2 +54%) Come On Paddy Mac	6.5 13/2(+54%)	(9) Come On Paddy Mac 13/2, Winning Irish pointer but not offered much in handful of starts over hurdles, including upon returning from a lengthy absence for new yard in recent weeks. Does at least start life in handicaps from a very low base but would need to see market support to make him of interest. Irish point winner in 2022; poor results in novice hurdles; check market on handicap debut.
8	8 (8) (12/1 -33%) Spicy Nelson	12 12/1(-33%)	(8) Spicy Nelson 12/1, Offered little so far, labouring along way out when pulled up on 3m Wincanton handicap debut in December. A subsequent wind operation needs to have made a big difference but he does come here with his yard amongst the winners. Not yet shown much and pulled up on handicap debut over 3m; wind op since; now tongue tied.
2	2 (2) (14/1 -17%) Sarsen	14 14/1(-17%)	(2) Sarsen 14/1, Placed twice in maiden hurdles for Alan King in summer 2022 but was unable to make an impact in 2 starts for new stable late last year. Handicapper has afforded him a chance if this marked step back up in trip/65-day break has positive effect. Promise in good-ground hurdles at 2m/2m4f; handicap form not yet matched up.
10	10 (10) (14/1 +30%) Pivotal Sky	14 14/1(+30%)	(10) Pivotal Sky 14/1, Achieved little in juvenile hurdles and fared no better when tenth of 14 on handicap hurdle debut at Wincanton (15.2f, soft) 48 days ago. Up in trip. Visor on 1st time. Modest handicap debut at Wincanton and needs lots more for the new trip.
4	4 (4) (20/1 -67%) Come On Nia	20 20/1(-67%)	(4) Come On Nia 20/1, Telescope mare who was never involved down in trip but did finish clear of the rest when sixth of 12 in mares' novice at Chepstow (2m, heavy) 4 weeks ago. Switch to handicaps/return to further a plus here. Not disgraced on final qualifying run; may well do better now handicapping.

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ACTIVIST took a nice step forward after his runner-up effort at Lingfield to score in comfortable fashion at Plumpton on Monday. David Pipe's gelding has a 7lb penalty to shoulder and takes a step back up in trip, but that is unlikely to prevent him from going in again. The main threat might be Imperial Measure, who put in a promising display when hitting the crossbar over C&D and is turned out again before his revised mark kicks in. Wellwillya has claims judged on his third at Exeter two starts ago.

This looks fairly competitive but there was enough encouragement in his finishing effort over C&D last time to suggest WHYNOTNOWROY could just be worth chancing to build on that run operating from such a lowly mark. Imperial Measure has more races in him judged on his recent C&D second and is feared. Plumpton-scorer Activist back up in trip and Wellwillya also command respect.

A first-time hood seemed to help WHYNOTNOWROY last time and he looks capable of better. Monday winner Activist is hard to leave out.

14:05 Taunton Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:15 Wetherby Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (8/15 +65%) Magical King	0.533333 8/15(+65%)	(5) Magical King 8/15, Fairly useful and consistent maiden hurdler who wasn't disgraced when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Sandown (19.8f, good to soft) 26 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. The form choice back in maiden company. 0-5 over hurdles but strong form in today's context and he's a leading candidate.
2	2 (2) (9/4 -29%) Willsburg	2.25 9/4(-29%)	(2) Willsburg 9/4, Progressive sort who got off the mark in this sphere in 8-runner novice hurdle at Ffos Las (20f, heavy) 28 days ago, staying on well. Cheekpieces on 1st time and well in the mix with more improvement on the cards. Won at Ffos Las four weeks ago and the first-time cheekpieces could help with his jumping.
1	1 (1) (13/2 -63%) Tommy Time	6.5 13/2(-63%)	(1) Tommy Time 13/2, Irish bumper winner who matched that form at the second time of asking for new yard when runner-up under a penalty at Sedgefield in October. Failed to build on that when fourth of 7 in conditions event here (16f, heavy) 103 days ago but remains with potential up in trip after a wind op. Sedgefield winner; beaten here since but pedigree suggests the step up in trip will suit.
4	4 (4) (18/1 -80%) Brother Boris	18 18/1(-80%)	(4) Brother Boris 18/1, Fifth of 11 in bumper (17/2) at this course on debut 26 days ago. Goes hurdling stepped up in trip now and he's no forlorn hope. Merely fifth here on sole bumper start but not ruled out now up in trip on hurdle debut.
8	8 (8) (66/1 -100%) Para Handy	66 66/1(-100%)	(8) Para Handy 66/1, 18/1, seventh of 11 in bumper at this course (16f, heavy) on NH debut 26 days ago. Makes hurdles debut stepped up in trip. Possibilities. Well beaten on debut in bumper here four weeks ago and may be best watched now hurdling.
6	6 (6) (100/1 -400%) Red Sam	100 100/1(-400%)	(6) Red Sam 100/1, 10/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Newcastle (20.3f, heavy) on debut 30 days ago. Lots more is required. There's potential in his pedigree but he was pulled up on debut at Newcastle in January.
3	3 (3) (125/1 -525%) Black Bart	125 125/1(-525%)	(3) Black Bart 125/1, Cloudings gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/very smart chaser (stayed 25f) Texas Jack. Market can prove a good guide. 10,000euros yearling; market check advised on debut but may be one for further down line.
7	7 (7) (150/1 -200%) Zuul	150 150/1(-200%)	(7) Zuul 150/1, Fair form shown in bumpers for Michael Appleby in 2022. Well below that level for new yard following an 18-month absence in a pair of 2m4f novice hurdles at Newcastle though. Well beaten in seventh this year on first two hurdle/stable starts (2m4f, heavy).

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WILLSBURG benefited from stepping up in trip when getting off the mark over timber at Ffos Las at the start of the month. His jumping wasn't particularly fluent on that occasion and it is hoped the application of cheekpieces might aid his cause in that regard. Similar comments apply to Magical King, who also boasts the same headgear for the first time, while Tommy Time is expected to be competitive following wind surgery.

MAGICAL KING possesses much the best form on show so this reliable sort is taken to gain a deserved breakthrough success back in these calmer waters. Recent Ffos Las scorer Willsburg rates the main threat, with Tommy Time not discounted either if resurgent after breathing surgery.

Stuart Edmunds' Croft Farm stable is in tremendous form and this looks a good opportunity for MAGICAL KING to get off the mark.

14:15 Wetherby Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:22 Clonmel Handicap Chase 23f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	1 (1) (3/1 -20%) He Fitz In	3 3/1(-20%)	(1) He Fitz In 3/1, Latest win in hurdle at Navan in September. 9/2, creditable second of 11 in handicap chase at Punchestown (24.7f, soft) 105 days ago. Merits consideration. Runner-up in a 3m1f handicap chase at Punchestown in November; has a leading chance here.
5	5 (5) (3/1 -20%) Tangental	3 3/1(-20%)	(5) Tangental 3/1, Fair winner at 24f over hurdles. Fourth of 13 in handicap chase (9/2) at Navan (24f, heavy) 40 days ago. Probably has more to offer in this sphere and he's well treated on hurdling form. Ran okay when fourth in a 3m handicap chase at Navan last month; could be more to come.
4	4 (4) (7/2 -5%) Starlight Cato	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(4) Starlight Cato 7/2, Lightly-raced maiden. 20/1, good second of 13 in handicap chase at Navan (24f, heavy) 40 days ago. Has good chance on form. Most recently runner-up in a 3m handicap chase at Navan last month; should go close.
2	2 (2) (6/1 -9%) Lilian Bland	6 6/1(-9%)	(2) Lilian Bland 6/1, Bit below form sixth of 14 in handicap hurdle (10/1) at Punchestown (20.2f, heavy) 8 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Others more persuasive. 14-race maiden; more needed here but might be good enough to get into the frame.
7	7 (7) (13/2 +13%) Eddies Pride	6.5 13/2(+13%)	(7) Eddies Pride 13/2, One win from 34 NH runs. Creditable third of 9 in handicap chase (18/1) at Fairyhouse (26f, heavy) 33 days ago. Should give another good account. Solid third in a 3m2f handicap chase at Fairyhouse last month; each-way chance.
6	6 (6) (14/1 -27%) Well Polly	14 14/1(-27%)	(6) Well Polly 14/1, 28/1, eighth of 10 in novice chase at Cork (20f, heavy) on debut over fences 54 days ago. Makes handicap chase debut. Not beaten far on her sole start over fences in a Cork beginners last month; more needed.
9	9 (9) (18/1 -29%) Father Jed	18 18/1(-29%)	(9) Father Jed 18/1, Twelfth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Sligo (20f, soft, 25/1) 125 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. First run since October and will be more suited by better ground later in the year.
3	3 (3) (40/1 -21%) Thegoaheadman	40 40/1(-21%)	(3) Thegoaheadman 40/1, One win from 36 NH runs. Twenty eight runs since last win in 2019. Sixth of 8 in handicap chase at Navan (24f, heavy, 66/1) 18 days ago. Soundly beaten in a handicap chase and a handicap hurdle for his current trainer.
8	8 (8) (50/1 -25%) Land Jet	50 50/1(-25%)	(8) Land Jet 50/1, Ninth of 10 in handicap chase (28/1) at Thurles (16.3f, soft) 16 days ago, never travelling well. Significantly back up in trip. Has not shown anything for a long time; might well be seen over banks later in the spring.

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STARLIGHT CATO failed to win from six point-to-point runs but showed improvement when finishing second in a recent handicap chase. His pointing form was satisfactory but having shown himself in a better light at Naas, looks likely to win from his revised 1lb higher mark. Tangental finished fourth in that recent race and while lightly-raced over fences and is rated 12lb higher over hurdles, is nonetheless quite well exposed in that sphere. He Fitz In neatly competes from 1lb below the race's ceiling rating and while consistent and suited by conditions, doesn't look ahead of the handicapper. Ten-year-old mare Eddies Pride has won just once from 34 runs but is an able soft-ground stayer.

TANGENTAL shaped with some encouragement at Navan last time and he's on a lower chasing mark than hurdling, so he's worth taking a chance on to get the better of Starlight Cato, who finished ahead of him (second) in the same race. He Fitz In is another one to consider.

There is a good chance though that Navan fourth TANGENTAL might come on enough for that run to turn the tables on Starlight Cato

14:22 Clonmel Handicap Chase 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:30 Ludlow Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (13/8 +7%) Hara Kiri	1.625 13/8(+7%)	(1) Hara Kiri 13/8, Stepped up on his promising return/yard debut when winning 10-runner handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (16.6f, good to soft) 23 days ago, running on. Looks capable of following up. Played late to edge out a previous winner with the pair clear at Market Rasen.
7	7 (7) (7/2 +75%) Night Jet	3.5 7/2(+75%)	(7) Night Jet 7/2, Poor maiden who was again below form in a first-time visor when fifth of 11 at Ffos Las (15.8f, heavy) 28 days ago. Now 0-11 and has had a few chances in handicaps, failing to finish closer than 15l.
5	5 (5) (11/2 +8%) Churchman	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(5) Churchman 11/2, Made a much better fist of it on his second handicap start back down markedly in trip when fourth over C&D in November, late headway under considerate handling. Must enter calculations from 1 lb lower. Outpaced over C&D here last time but ran well and soft ground could well benefit.
4	4 (4) (6/1 -100%) Odin's Quest	6 6/1(-100%)	(4) Odin's Quest 6/1, Bumper winner who built on earlier promise when landing a weak Wincanton maiden hurdle in April and belatedly backed that up when third of 15 at Taunton (16.5f) in November. Good third at Taunton last time and his yard is 2-4 here this season.
8	8 (8) (7/1 +72%) Duneomeno	7 7/1(+72%)	(8) Duneomeno 7/1, Showed much improved form when off the mark on chase/handicap debut here (2m) in February 2022. Disappointing after, leaving Christian Williams after finishing a well-held fifth of 6 at Fontwell that September. Reverts to hurdles now setting out for a new yard after long absence. Could be on a good mark and he's with a new yard now returning from a long absence.
6	6 (6) (20/1 -208%) Pollyonesock	20 20/1(-208%)	(6) Pollyonesock 20/1, Modest in bumpers and hasn't shaped without promise in maiden/novice hurdles. First run for yard after leaving Alastair Ralph and remains capable of better now switched to a handicap. Poor so far but handicapped accordingly and market may well guide on this handicap debut.
3	3 (3) (25/1 -213%) Lady Alex	25 25/1(-213%)	(3) Lady Alex 25/1, Promising start over hurdles when third in 2m Uttoxeter maiden in October 2022 but offered little after 14 months off at Wetherby on Boxing Day and was on the retreat when departing at the last back there last time. Makes handicap debut. Modest so far but this is her handicap debut and the yard is going very well.
2	2 (2) (40/1 -344%) Wrong Way Harry	40 40/1(-344%)	(2) Wrong Way Harry 40/1, Suited by a sound pace when off the mark in a Huntingdon handicap (20.7f) in December 2021. Not disgraced in the face of a stiff task on his stable debut at Clairefontaine 18 months later and would have run creditably had he completed there when last seen in July. Heavy-ground UK winner; beaten when falling in his latest French race last July.

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Last-time-out winner HARA KIRI managed to get the better of what appeared a handicap blot at Market Rasen earlier this month. Olly Murphy's charge is effectively only 5lb higher in the ratings if taking Dylan Johnston's 3lb claim into account and the seven-year-old should take all the beating. Churchman caught the eye when a staying-on fourth over C&D in November and the Dunaden gelding may give the selection most to think about, shortly followed by Odin's Quest.

HARA KIRI did well to sustain his run from so far back to overhaul another thrown-in rival at Market Rasen 23 days ago and looks capable of defying an 8 lb rise on that evidence. Churchman caught the eye making late headway under considerate handling on just his second handicap start over C&D in November and must enter calculations, with handicap-debutante Pollyonesock another to consider.

Gary Moore's ODIN'S QUEST has to go right handed (blind in left eye) and he brings solid claims after a staying-on third at Taunton.

14:30 Ludlow Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:40 Taunton Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 19f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
9	9 (9) (9/4 +89%) Try The Money	2.25 9/4(+89%)	(9) Try The Money 9/4, Showed precious little in 3 quick qualifying runs during the spring but his pedigree provides hope for better now heading into handicaps at a low level. Nothing noteworthy in three hurdles at up to 2m4f; low mark now switched to handicap.
3	3 (3) (11/4 -46%) Amalfi Bay	2.75 11/4(-46%)	(3) Amalfi Bay 11/4, Fair Flat winner who got back on track following a breathing op when second of 7 in a novice hurdle at Exeter (18.5f, good) in October. Starts life in handicaps on a potentially good mark based on Flat exploits. Two 1m4f wins for the Charltons; not an instant hit over hurdles but handicaps more likely.
7	7 (7) (10/3 +5%) Johannes	3.333333 10/3(+5%)	(7) Johannes 10/3, Fair 2m winner on the Flat in France. Has yet to get anywhere near that level over hurdles but is a potential improver now handicapping up in trip. Wide-margin 2m Flat winner in France; modest hurdle form but handicaps offer more scope.
8	8 (8) (13/2 -30%) Dance Havana	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(8) Dance Havana 13/2, Showed some aptitude for hurdling when placed in a pair of juveniles last summer and is potentially well treated on her Flat form contesting her first handicap in this sphere for a new yard (left Alice Haynes). Flat wins at 1m1f/1m6f for A Haynes; shown hurdle promise; handicap debut for new yard.
4	4 (4) (9/1 -13%) Tik Tok	9 9/1(-13%)	(4) Tik Tok 9/1, Bred to be smart and shaped with encouragement on his sole start in bumpers but has made little impact over hurdles to date, including upped to this trip on handicap debut at Hereford last time. Early bumper promise; not yet shone over hurdles but probably needed handicap debut.
5	5 (5) (10/1 -25%) Champagne Gift	10 10/1(-25%)	(5) Champagne Gift 10/1, Poor hurdler who was pulled up on chasing debut at Uttoxeter in August, reminders from before halfway. Makes a swift return to hurdling on this return to action. Chance on best 2m4f handicap form but query about soft; pulled up over fences in August.
2	2 (2) (40/1 -60%) Zufal	40 40/1(-60%)	(2) Zufal 40/1, Showed first form when fourth of 12 in a novice hurdle at Newton Abbot in May but has made little impact since, including in handicaps. Well beaten both handicaps and fitting a tongue-tie needs to make a big difference.

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This looks like a tricky puzzle to solve, so only a tentative vote goes to TRY THE MONEY. Henry Oliver's gelding has had excuses on two of his career starts so far, losing a shoe on debut and the ground possibly being too quick last time. Although he hasn't shown a great deal, better is anticipated now he enters the handicap ranks. Amalfi Bay, who produced his best NH effort to finish second at Exeter on his latest outing, could also have a say on his handicap bow, along with Johannes.

JOHANNES has been well held on all 3 starts over hurdles to date but, given he's a fair 2m winner on the Flat, it's reasonable to assume he can do much better now tackling a longer trip on handicap debut. Dance Havana and Amalfi Bay are other interesting handicap debutants, and they are feared most.

Johannes, Dance Havana and AMALFI BAY are all of interest on their handicap debuts with the last-named just preferred.

14:40 Taunton Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:50 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (3/1 +33%) Coolmoyne	3 3/1(+33%)	(6) Coolmoyne 3/1, Remains a maiden but has been consistent in the main over fences, bouncing back from a rare below-par effort when 8½ lengths second of 10 to the reopposing Eveque at Sedgefield (26.9f) last month. Can give another good account. Remains a maiden after 18 starts but often runs well and might not be far away.
4	4 (4) (10/3 -67%) Eveque	3.333333 10/3(-67%)	(4) Eveque 10/3, Having gone close when runner-up at Musselburgh in January, finally went one better when staying on well to score at Sedgefield (26.9f, heavy) 3 weeks later. Major player in his current form. First win on 19th run for this 10yo at Sedgefield latest; tough to beat if repeating that.
2	2 (2) (7/2 -17%) Ali Star Bert	3.5 7/2(-17%)	(2) Ali Star Bert 7/2, Has been better than ever of late, making it 2 wins at Southwell (both at 24.3f) from his last 3 starts when successful at the beginning of the month. Not taken lightly. In fine form at Southwell on last three runs; also effective elsewhere; major player.
5	5 (5) (7/2 +50%) Le Grand Vert	3.5 7/2(+50%)	(5) Le Grand Vert 7/2, Matched previous best for current yard when third at Musselburgh (23.6f, soft) in January and shaped better than result at Sedgefield last time, headway when mistake fourteenth. Not discounted having eased further in the weights (visor on first time with tongue strap back on). 0-10 in Britain but fair run two starts ago and now 5lb lower; not written off.
3	3 (3) (9/1 -13%) Da Vinci Hand	9 9/1(-13%)	(3) Da Vinci Hand 9/1, After 6 months off, took a step back in the right direction when runner-up at Market Rasen (21.4f, good to soft) in November. Stamina stretched at Catterick (25.2f, soft) last time and he still needs to prove himself at 3m with hood now reached for. Step back in the right direction in November but weakened quickly over 3m1f last time.
7	7 (7) (10/1 +29%) Sigurd	10 10/1(+29%)	(7) Sigurd 10/1, Three-time C&D winner but his form has been going the wrong way, finishing well beaten when fourth of 9 in handicap at Catterick (25.2f, soft) last time. Others preferred. 12yo who has struggled at Catterick the last twice but the return to Wetherby may help.

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Eveque finally gained a first success on his most recent outing at Sedgefield when proving too strong for COOLMOYNE (second). However, the former would have to command plenty of respect as the winner's improvement may well have come from stepping up to 3m3f and a 10lb pull at the weights could see Simon Waugh's gelding reverse the form over this distance. Le Grand Vert didn't appear to get home in the same contest and could bounce back in a first-time visor.

EVEQUE built on his second at Musselburgh in January when getting off the mark at Sedgefield next time and can score again now that he's up and running. Ali Star Bert has also been in good form and is respected, while Coolmoyne was runner-up to Eveque last month and could be thereabouts once more.

The 10yo EVEQUE got off the mark in fine style at Sedgefield in January and he is taken to defy a 6lb rise.

14:50 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:57 Clonmel Claiming Hurdle 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
2	2 (2) (7/4 -17%) Robinstown	1.75 7/4(-17%)	(2) Robinstown 7/4, Fairly useful hurdler. Course winner. Much improved when winning 8-runner claiming hurdle at Limerick (21f, heavy, 8/1) 30 days ago, unchallenged. Down in trip. Should go well again. Unlikely to get such an easy lead here as at Limerick but still has a favourite's chance.
3	3 (3) (7/2 -17%) Ellaat	3.5 7/2(-17%)	(3) Ellaat 7/2, Fairly useful hurdler. 9/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (16f) 15 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Good effort on last outing in this sphere, so not dismissed. No show in cheekpieces in a Dundalk handicap but good chance on his Punchestown run prior.
7	7 (7) (11/2 +0%) Ballyadam Destiny	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(7) Ballyadam Destiny 11/2, Fairly useful hurdler. Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Well-beaten fifth of 8 to Robinstown in claiming hurdle at Limerick (21f, heavy, 10/11) 30 days ago. Down in trip. Bit to prove after that but stands out on form, so he's still the one to beat. Ran no race on the inner track at Limerick behind Robinstown last time; can expect better.
1	1 (1) (7/1 -27%) Answering	7 7/1(-27%)	(1) Answering 7/1, Fair hurdler. Very good second of 14 in novice hurdle (18/1) at this course (16.5f, heavy) 49 days ago. Needs a bit more under these race conditions but could improve enough to have a squeak.
6	6 (6) (9/1 -20%) Routine Excellence	9 9/1(-20%)	(6) Routine Excellence 9/1, Fairly useful chaser. Pulled up in handicap chase (22/1) at Musselburgh (23.6f, good to soft) 26 days ago, beaten early in straight. Switches from chase to hurdles. Well suited by the race conditions but hard to have confidence in at the moment.
5	5 (5) (14/1 -27%) Politicise	14 14/1(-27%)	(5) Politicise 14/1, Fair hurdler. Twenty four runs since last win in 2020. Creditable third of 6 in handicap chase at Fairyhouse (21.3f, heavy, 7/2) 22 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Back down in trip. Could be better suited by the race conditions but no real surprise if he went well here.
4	4 (4) (20/1 +0%) Cosmic Rock	20 20/1(+0%)	(4) Cosmic Rock 20/1, Fair hurdler. Seventh of 10 in handicap chase at this course (16.4f, heavy, 12/1) on debut over fences 14 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Not a bad effort over fences here two weeks ago but needs to find a bit more this time.
8	8 (8) (28/1 -12%) Magnium	28 28/1(-12%)	(8) Magnium 28/1, Pulled up in handicap chase at Fairyhouse (21.3f, heavy, 14/1) 22 days ago. Down in trip. Has plenty to prove but return to hurdling could suit. Has shown in little in two stats for Elliott and hard to see him making an impact.
9	9 (9) (40/1 -21%) Wojood	40 40/1(-21%)	(9) Wojood 40/1, Tenth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (12f, 16/1) 15 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Pulled up on last hurdle outing. Out of form for some time over hurdles and fences and hard to give a chance to.

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Seven-time winner ELLAAT might benefit from a recent all-weather outing and is better suited by this distance than most. His 2023 form was good, ran well in a November hurdle and likes heavy ground. Answering ran well in two recent useful maidens. The winner, runner-up and fourth-placed horses from his December run won subsequently and he indeed chased home that same runner-up when finishing second over course-and-distance recently. He concedes 4lb to the selection. Three-time winner Robinstown won a similar claimer by 25 lengths in January but dropping in distance is a concern. Ballyadam Destiny flopped in that Limerick claimer and now runs over an inadequate distance. Politicise hasn't won since October 2020 and is another which lacks pace at this trip. Cosmic Rock runs in first-time cheekpieces while veteran Magnium pulled up recently. Routine Excellence pulled up in a recent Musselburgh handicap chase on February 3, seems to have lost his way and would prefer further.

BALLYADAM DESTINY disappointed at Limerick a month ago but he had been in reasonable form prior to that and, if back on his game he should be capable of landing this. Robinstown won that race easily and will likely capitalise if the selection fluffs his lines again. Ellaat is also respected.

The vote goes to ELLAAT\ despite a disappointing effort at Dundalk. A repeat of his previous Punchestown run could be good enough

14:57 Clonmel Claiming Hurdle 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:05 Ludlow Handicap Chase (Class 5) 24f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (11/5 +69%) On The Platform	2.2 11/5(+69%)	(3) On The Platform 11/5, Largely consistent in defeat for John Groucott last term and again for his current handler this season, third of 11 in handicap chase at Hereford (25.2f, good to soft) 45 days ago. Expected to be bang there off a 2 lb lower mark. 0-15 chasing but did at least run well on his last visit here when runner-up in November.
2	2 (2) (10/3 -33%) Supervisor	3.333333 10/3(-33%)	(2) Supervisor 10/3, Low-mileage 10-y-o who raced freely when second of 4 in handicap chase at Bangor (24f, good) when last seen out 9 months ago. Very much one to consider despite his absence. Had yet another absence since his encouraging second at Bangor; chance.
6	6 (6) (7/2 +61%) Barrakhov	3.5 7/2(+61%)	(6) Barrakhov 7/2, Modest winner at 20f over hurdles who proved he retains some ability when in the frame in handicap chases at Hereford and Huntingdon last month. Possibilities with cheekpieces refitted after a wind op. Yet to win over fences and needs to show some benefit from the wind operation.
1	1 (1) (5/1 +0%) Come On Du Berlais	5 5/1(+0%)	(1) Come On Du Berlais 5/1, It's now 11 runs since she won a bumper in 2022 for Gordon Elliott but in good form until only sixth in handicap hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, good to soft) 45 days ago. Not ruled out now making her chase debut. Bumper winner and 0-10 over hurdles; the fences are an unknown, as is this longer distance.
7	7 (7) (11/1 +45%) Fashion's Model	11 11/1(+45%)	(7) Fashion's Model 11/1, Winning pointer but offered little over hurdles in 2021/22 and again on chasing bow after a long absence when pulled up at Ludlow 8 days ago. Hard to warm to. Back from a long absence for chase debut here last week and she didn't show a lot.
8	8 (8) (18/1 -13%) Well Paid Soldier	18 18/1(-13%)	(8) Well Paid Soldier 18/1, Maiden hurdler who has been pulled up in handicaps at Leicester and Hereford this winter. Lots more required now going chasing. Pulled up the last twice and it's hard to be confident about her on chase debut.
4	4 (4) (25/1 -25%) Yes And Yes	25 25/1(-25%)	(4) Yes And Yes 25/1, Placed in points but offered little over hurdles once sent handicapping. More is required now going over fences over a much longer distance. Modest hurdler but placed in points and he could raise his game now sent chasing.
9	9 (9) (28/1 -250%) Jean De Monts	28 28/1(-250%)	(9) Jean De Monts 28/1, Showed some ability when sixth in 2m minor event on his only outing on Flat in France but has been well held all three hurdling starts for his new yard. Needs this switch to fences to spark a big improvement. Poor hurdler but goes chasing for handicap debut and over a much longer distance.

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ON THE PLATFORM shaped better than the beaten distance suggests when third at Hereford last month. The eight-year-old races off the same mark as his C&D second in November and he could be ready to strike at this level. Market support for the returning Supervisor would be interesting, with Venetia Williams' veteran unexposed over this distance. Barrakhov also has the form to feature and he isn't easily dismissed having undergone a wind procedure since a third-placed finish at Huntingdon five weeks ago.

ON THE PLATFORM is proving a reliable sort and is weighted to gain his first success over fences. Supervisor could have a big say on his return, while Come On du Berlais is another to note now going chasing.

He's had some more time out but SUPERVISOR has races in him off his current mark if his jumping can stand the test.

15:05 Ludlow Handicap Chase (Class 5) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:15 Taunton Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 19f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (10/11 +0%) Livin On Luco	0.909091 10/11(+0%)	(2) Livin On Luco 10/11, Runner-up in an Irish point and quick to show fairly useful form in this sphere, landing 10-runner novice hurdle at Chepstow (19.4f, heavy) 36 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Leading claims. Useful novice; found plenty for 2m3f win last month; first-time cheekpieces.
1	1 (1) (6/5 +13%) Jackpot D'athou	1.2 6/5(+13%)	(1) Jackpot D'athou 6/5, Fairly useful form in bumpers. Underwent breathing surgery before making a winning hurdles debut at Chepstow in November but only fourth in similar company there following month. Remains with potential after a break for top yard which has taken past 3 runnings of this. Looked promising when winning hurdle debut (2m, heavy); disappointing next time.
8	8 (8) (11/2 +39%) Mistral Milly	5.5 11/2(+39%)	(8) Mistral Milly 11/2, Showed some promise in two bumpers for Alan King and again when coming in fourth in novice hurdles at Hereford and Lingfield (hooded) this winter. Can do better still. Has ability but neither of her two hurdle runs suggest she can be a player for the win.
4	4 (4) (28/1 -75%) Tigger	28 28/1(-75%)	(4) Tigger 28/1, Some promise in bumpers for Fergal O'Brien and again on the back of a wind op when fifth of 10 in novice hurdle at Plumpton (20.5f, soft) 38 days ago. No forlorn hope. Promising bumper debut at Ascot; some way off the form contenders on hurdle efforts.
5	5 (5) (100/1 -614%) Barley Gin	100 100/1(-614%)	(5) Barley Gin 100/1, Too free when eleventh of 14 in bumper at Wincanton (15.2f, soft, 80/1) on NH debut 28 days ago. Makes hurdles debut stepped up in trip so this Flemensfirth mare needs considering, especially if the market speaks in her favour. 80-1 for her belated bumper debut at Wincanton and she ran accordingly; now goes hurdling.
3	3 (3) (125/1 -213%) Joker Jack	125 125/1(-213%)	(3) Joker Jack 125/1, 200/1, fifth of 11 in novice hurdle at Hereford (16.2f, good to soft) 31 days ago, not knocked about. May do better still. Very minor promise in a bumper and over hurdles and will be eligible for handicaps soon..
6	6 (6) (200/1 -100%) Love Of Neymore	200 200/1(-100%)	(6) Love Of Neymore 200/1, Little show in bumpers for Martin Keighley and again after a 22-month absence when pulled up in novice hurdle (250/1) at Wincanton (21.4f, soft) 28 days ago. Pulled up on recent hurdle debut for this yard at Wincanton after nearly two years off..
7	7 (7) (200/1 -100%) Miss Popalong	200 200/1(-100%)	(7) Miss Popalong 200/1, Tailed off sole outing in bumpers and has offered little in a pair of novice hurdles at Taunton and Warwick this winter. Shown little in a bumper and 2 novice hurdles; yard has strong contender in Livin On Luco.

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More was expected from Jackpot D'athou when he could only manage fourth at Chepstow in December, and he will need to improve upon that display if he wants to deny LIVIN ON LUCO. The six-year-old beat a well-fancied Nicky Henderson runner by a neck at Chepstow, putting a fall at the same venue behind him. He could easily take another step forward and record a double. Mistral Milly can fight it out for the minor honours after her fourth at Lingfield's Winter Million fixture.

LIVIN ON LUCO possesses the best form on show so is taken to supplement his Chepstow victory at the chief expense of Jackpot d'Athou, who rates a major threat if getting back on the up after a break for a stable which has farmed this contest in recent years. Hurdling newcomer Barley Gin can't be ruled out either, especially if the market vibes are positive for Neil Mullholland's mare.

Just two serious form contenders and LIVIN ON LUCO is preferred to Jackpot D'Athou who ran flat last time out.

15:15 Taunton Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:25 Wetherby Conditions Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (4/5 +27%) Wreckless Eric	0.8 4/5(+27%)	(6) Wreckless Eric 4/5, Dam 2¼m/19f hurdle/chase winner in France. Strong in betting and definite promise amidst greenness when second on hurdles bow at Newbury (2m) 37 days ago. Likely improver for a stable enjoying an excellent spell. Inexperience evident when close 2nd on Newbury debut and likely to improve; strong claims.
2	2 (2) (7/2 +42%) Glimpse Of Glory	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(2) Glimpse Of Glory 7/2, Passing Glance gelding. Dam fairly useful 2¼m-2½m chase winner (stayed 3m), half-sister to very smart hurdler/top-class chaser (stayed 25f) Dynaste. One to note in the betting on debut. Dam useful 2m2f-2m4f chase winner; from in-form yard and could play leading role on debut.
3	3 (3) (4/1 +0%) I Wish You	4 4/1(+0%)	(3) I Wish You 4/1, Promising second to stablemate Rocheval in a bumper at Aintree and hurdle at Ayr before Christmas. Capable of better and likely to be winning soon. Runner-up on both starts; well clear of the third last time and he's one to consider.
8	8 (8) (12/1 -50%) Speiriuil	12 12/1(-50%)	(8) Speiriuil 12/1, Placed all 3 starts in similar events, although her form is nothing special, beaten 12 lengths when second of 5 at Chepstow (2m, heavy) last month. Could fill a place once more but again looks vulnerable for win-only purposes.
4	4 (4) (22/1 -57%) Knomorediamonds	22 22/1(-57%)	(4) Knomorediamonds 22/1, Better with start in bumpers, finishing third of 14 at Newcastle (1¾m) when last seen in December, with the reopposing Aire Spray ½ length ahead in second. Hurdle debut. Close third at Newcastle on final bumper start; not ruled out on hurdle debut.
7	7 (7) (22/1 -175%) Rockola	22 22/1(-175%)	(7) Rockola 22/1, Third in 2m bumpers at Stratford (heavy) and Doncaster (good) towards the end of 2023. Hurdle debut. Third in both bumpers and no surprise to see a good run on hurdle debut.
1	1 (1) (28/1 -133%) Aire Spray	28 28/1(-133%)	(1) Aire Spray 28/1, Left debut behind when second of 14 in bumper at Newcastle (1¾m) in December. Should have a future over hurdles. Went close in Newcastle bumper on second run; contender if transferring promise to hurdles.
5	5 (5) (125/1 -150%) Noir Du Tay	125 125/1(-150%)	(5) Noir Du Tay 125/1, 25/1, last of 8 in bumper (25/1) at Sandown (2m, good to soft) on debut 26 days ago. Can only watch now switching to hurdles. Yard is in phenomenal form but he was tailed off in a Sandown bumper on his sole start.

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WRECKLESS ERIC represents a stable which is currently in excellent form and he's taken to build on a promising start to his career when finishing second at Newbury. I Wish You has placed on both starts to date and is entitled to improve on his latest effort as that was his debut over timber. Rockola makes her first appearance over hurdles and is respected along with Speiriuil, who has hit the frame on all three outings.

An interesting clash between promising pair WRECKLESS ERIC and I Wish You, with the excellent form of the Ben Pauling stable in February tipping things in the former's favour. Jonjo O'Neill newcomer Glimpse of Glory would also need considering should the betting vibes be strong.

Preference is for Newbury runner-up WRECKLESS ERIC, who sets a good form standard and can be expected to improve.

15:25 Wetherby Conditions Hurdle (Class 4) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:32 Clonmel Handicap Hurdle 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
3	3 (3) (11/8 +0%) The Big Cloud	1.375 11/8(+0%)	(3) The Big Cloud 11/8, Good third of 22 in handicap hurdle (6/4) at Punchestown (16.7f, heavy) 60 days ago. Leading claims. Beaten under two lengths on her last two runs; 4lb rise doesn't help but should go well.
2	2 (2) (15/8 +32%) Bonnie Kellie	1.875 15/8(+32%)	(2) Bonnie Kellie 15/8, Fairly useful chaser, winning course handicap in October. 6/1, fifth of 6 in handicap chase at Punchestown (22.1f, soft) 24 days ago. Interesting from her much lower hurdle mark. Reverts to hurdles off a 23lb better mark; obvious chance but needs things to go her way.
9	9 (9) (11/2 -57%) Tingarran Express	5.5 11/2(-57%)	(9) Tingarran Express 11/2, Remains a maiden after 20 NH runs. Good second of 16 in handicap hurdle (10/1) at this C&D (heavy) 14 days ago, faring best of those held up. Looks competitive on form. 20-race maiden but her two best efforts have come over this C&D, including two weeks ago.
1	1 (1) (7/1 -8%) Mag Dillane	7 7/1(-8%)	(1) Mag Dillane 7/1, Career best when winning 10-runner maiden hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy, 13/8) 30 days ago. Respected back in handicap. Only up 1lb with the stable in good form and should go close again over her best trip.
6	6 (6) (16/1 -100%) Dream Once More	16 16/1(-100%)	(6) Dream Once More 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 125/1, twelfth of 18 in maiden hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy) 130 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Likely improver in handicaps Could be foolish to dismiss on her handicap debut; worth a market check.
4	4 (4) (40/1 -100%) Missy Mu	40 40/1(-100%)	(4) Missy Mu 40/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fifth of 7 in maiden hurdle (50/1) at Fairyhouse (16f, heavy) 22 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Stablemate of The Big Cloud. Open to progress. Soundly beaten in three starts in maidens; stable second string here and best watched.
7	7 (7) (50/1 -25%) Fourleaf Shamrock	50 50/1(-25%)	(7) Fourleaf Shamrock 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 100/1, sixth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy) 30 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Didn't do badly on her handicap debut at Limerick; cheekpieces tried and could do better.
8	8 (8) (66/1 -100%) You Make Me Smile	66 66/1(-100%)	(8) You Make Me Smile 66/1, Fell in handicap hurdle (80/1) at Limerick (16f, heavy) 30 days ago. Showed ability in a Naas maiden hurdle; faller on her handicap debut at Limerick.
5	5 (5) (80/1 -100%) Queensteel	80 80/1(-100%)	(5) Queensteel 80/1, 28/1, last of 14 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (16.4f, soft) 7 days ago. Well beaten after two years off in a Thurles handicap hurdle last week; best watched.

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THE BIG CLOUD has losses to recoup following two recent defeats but was an unlucky loser on New Year's Eve. Gambled-on when finishing second here in early December, she met trouble in-running over this distance at Punchestown subsequently and while she is another frustrating 4lb-higher, should win from her mark. Cian Quirke returns from injury on Bonnie Kellie, which appears well handicapped in this sphere, being rated 23lb higher over fences. She has winning form at this distance in the past (in January 2022) but has been running in staying chases recently, which is concerning. Mag Dillane won a recent heavy-ground maiden hurdle but had previously been well held in handicaps and has plenty weight. Tingarren Express is a 20-race maiden but ran well behind a nicely-in winner over course-and-distance recently.

BONNIE KELLIE has been an improved mare over fences this season so looks interesting from her much lower hurdle mark. The Big Cloud heads the dangers on the back of 2 good placed efforts in December. Limerick maiden winner Mag Dillane should also play a part, while Tingarran Express was a good second over C&D on her latest start.

This could go to bottom-weight TINGARRAN EXPRESS, who saves her best form for here and can go one better than two weeks ago

15:32 Clonmel Handicap Hurdle 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:40 Ludlow Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 24f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (2/1 +11%) Della Casa Lunga	2 2/1(+11%)	(1) Della Casa Lunga 2/1, Better than ever when making it fifth time lucky for new yard in 21f course handicap 22 days ago. Proven over this far and her 6 lb rise is offset by her rider's 7lb claim. Lots to like. Recent 8l winner over 2m5f; raised 6lb and his new jockey claims 7lb.
7	7 (7) (4/1 +33%) Fortuna Ligna	4 4/1(+33%)	(7) Fortuna Ligna 4/1, Fair form in bumpers and similar form over hurdles, justifying cramped odds when landing a mares' maiden at Chepstow (19.5f) last spring. Creditable efforts in handicaps around 3m on 3 of her 4 starts this term but she'll need to find a bit more to win. Didn't jump well enough at Newbury last month and not for the first time.
8	8 (8) (4/1 -14%) Pretending	4 4/1(-14%)	(8) Pretending 4/1, Opened her account as a hurdler at Sandown (2½m) in December. Backed it up when third over 19.5f at Lingfield and shaped as if still in form when third over an inadequate 17f at Carlisle since. Player if stamina holds over this much longer trip. Consistent mare who found 2m1f too sharp last time; interesting over this far.
6	6 (6) (7/1 -56%) Time In The Sun	7 7/1(-56%)	(6) Time In The Sun 7/1, Runner-up in a course bumper last spring. Improved effort over hurdles when 2 lengths second of 14 in 21f Wincanton novice 4 weeks ago. Unexposed now handicapping from an opening mark which looks workable. Came clear with a talented mare at Wincanton and interesting up in trip for handicap debut.
3	3 (3) (11/1 -10%) Space Voyage	11 11/1(-10%)	(3) Space Voyage 11/1, Took very well to hurdling last term, winning 3 small-field novice events, including here. Creditable third in 21f Wincanton handicap in November but needs to shrug off lesser efforts twice since. Has first-time cheekpieces added to her tongue tie. Disappointing last twice and now has a bit to prove with cheekpieces given a go.
5	5 (5) (11/1 +21%) Holly Hartingo	11 11/1(+21%)	(5) Holly Hartingo 11/1, Dual hurdles scorer in 2021/22 but lightly raced since. Posted a solid fifth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Kempton (3m, heavy) over Christmas but pulled up at Newbury since. Needs first-time cheekpieces to help spark a revival. Yard won this race last year. Quiet season with the exception of her Kempton fifth and cheekpieces are now called on.
2	2 (2) (12/1 -33%) Midnightreflection	12 12/1(-33%)	(2) Midnightreflection 12/1, Registered a fifth career success with battling victory at Ascot (3m, good) in November. Shaped better than the result when sixth of 11 at Kempton (3m) over Christmas but her run of good form came to a halt at Lingfield last month. Running well until last time; ideally she probably prefers quicker ground than this.
4	4 (4) (16/1 -60%) Phillapa Sue	16 16/1(-60%)	(4) Phillapa Sue 16/1, Winner of a 3m Doncaster (good to soft) before Christmas but failed to reproduce that when only seventh of 16 at Newbury since. Never got into it from off the pace at Newbury but she's better than that.

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DELLA CASA LUNGA was an impressive winner over an extended 2m5f here earlier in the month and she is effectively 1lb better off today with Cameron Iles' claim taken into consideration. The only concern for the Champs Elysees mare is this longer trip, but a double could be on the horizon if her stamina doesn't ebb away. Recent Wincanton runner-up Time In The Sun is heading in the right direction and further improvement cannot be ruled out on her handicap debut, while Fortuna Ligna also holds claims.

7 lb-conditional Cameron Iles has a very healthy strike-rate in handicap hurdles this season and can boost that further on DELLA CASA LUNGA, who looks fairly treated up 6 lb for her course win 3 weeks ago even before her rider's allowance is taken into account. Handicap newcomer Time in The Sun is an interesting opponent, while Pretending should also have a say if her stamina holds now stepping up to 3m.

If she stays this longer trip, and Ludlow is a good place to try it, then the consistent PRETENDING (nap) can play a major role.

15:40 Ludlow Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:50 Taunton Handicap Chase (Class 4) 23f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (3/1 +0%) Kingofthewest	3 3/1(+0%)	(2) Kingofthewest 3/1, Dual winner over hurdles who got off the mark over fences in 9-runner handicap chase (7/2) at Chepstow (19.4f, heavy) in January. Good second at Lingfield next time and likely to give another good account. Led close home at 2m3f; kept on well over 2m4f since; ready for another go at staying trip.
1	1 (1) (10/3 -48%) Art Decco	3.333333 10/3(-48%)	(1) Art Decco 10/3, Quickly back on track and looked well suited by the trip when scoring in first-time cheekpieces at Fontwell last time. May do better again, so worth considering. Won both Fontwell starts, latest at 3m2f in first-time cheekpieces this month; up 7lb.
6	6 (6) (7/2 +83%) Cloudy Flamingo	3.5 7/2(+83%)	(6) Cloudy Flamingo 7/2, Winning pointer who has made little impact under Rules and looks set for another struggle. 1-7 in points; nothing to show for hurdle runs; handicap chases should suit; 9lb wrong.
4	4 (4) (4/1 +50%) Imperial Joe	4 4/1(+50%)	(4) Imperial Joe 4/1, Most consistent last term, winning three times (twice here, including this race). Seemingly working his way back to peak form this season and step back up in trip should suit, so he's not without hope. Good C&D record and won this last year; 4lb higher than latest win here; solid show likely.
3	3 (3) (5/1 -166%) Star Flyer	5 5/1(-166%)	(3) Star Flyer 5/1, Promising sort. 15/2 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, career best when winning 12-runner handicap chase at Southwell (20.4f, soft) 27 days ago. Open to further improvement as a chaser and strong claims of following up. Three promising chase runs of late, over 2m4f and 3m; up 9lb for Southwell win; improve.
5	5 (5) (28/1 -75%) Mortens Leam	28 28/1(-75%)	(5) Mortens Leam 28/1, Five-time winner over fences but doesn't appear to retain much ability. Last won in April 2021 and struggled badly since back from absence in December 2022.

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Star Flyer was sporting first-time cheekpieces (retained) when running out a ready winner over an extended 2m4f at Southwell and even with a 9lb hike to contend with, he warrants consideration. That said, preference is for KINGOFTHEWEST, who shaped like he was ready for this step back up in trip when finishing a staying-on second at Lingfield and, off an unchanged mark, he may take some stopping. Art Decco was a comfortable winner over 3m2f at Fontwell and, bidding to defy a 7lb rise, he commands attention too.

STAR FLYER reacted well to first-time headgear and jumped accurately when scoring at Southwell last time and a 9-lb rise might not be enough to stop him following up. He gets the nod over fellow last-time-out winner Art Decco, with Kingofthewest another one to consider.

Art Decco and STAR FLYER (nap) had good wins last time but the latter is particularly respected after a taking Southwell success.

15:50 Taunton Handicap Chase (Class 4) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:00 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 3) 19f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (Evens +56%) Eaton Collina	0 Evens(+56%)	(2) Eaton Collina Evens, Represents a thriving yard and proved better than ever when landing a 9-runner C&D handicap (heavy) 26 days ago, impressing with the way in which he jumped and travelled. Leading player from 7 lb higher mark. Easy win over C&D four weeks ago; up 7lb but can make another bold bid and he's respected.
6	6 (6) (5/1 -25%) Will Sting	5 5/1(-25%)	(6) Will Sting 5/1, Bounced back to form after a wind-op when second of 6 in handicap chase at Leicester (20.1f, soft) 29 days ago, despite making mistakes and racing freely. Claims again from unchanged mark. Inconsistent but runner-up at Leicester last time and in the mix if backing that up.
4	4 (4) (11/2 -38%) Heros	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(4) Heros 11/2, Made a successful debut over fences at Taunton (18f) in November before following up over that same C&D the subsequent month. Laboured effort when last seen at Wincanton (20.2f, soft, 11/4) 48 days ago and yard are quieter now, so bounce back called for. Won first two chase starts; underwhelming since but should get back on track at some point.
1	1 (1) (8/1 -100%) Placenet	8 8/1(-100%)	(1) Placenet 8/1, Useful hurdler/chaser in France who shaped as if in need of the outing after a wind-op but at least showed more than on UK debut when seventh of 9 in handicap chase at Sandown (24.2f, good to soft) a fortnight ago. Interesting down in trip if able to step forward in first-time cheekpieces. Multiple French winner; yet to shine in Britain but the drop back down in trip could help.
3	3 (3) (17/2 -21%) No Word Of A Lie	8.5 17/2(-21%)	(3) No Word Of A Lie 17/2, Winner of a novice hurdle at Sedgefield in December 2021 but not seen since pulling up at Uttoxeter on final outing that season. Best watched going chasing after 23 months off. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Makes chase debut after long layoff but well treated on 2021-22 hurdle form; watch betting.
5	5 (5) (18/1 -125%) Geryville	18 18/1(-125%)	(5) Geryville 18/1, Winless last season but he kept his form well and resumed with a solid fourth in handicap chase at Sedgefield (29f) in October. Below par both starts since, though, and he's tricky to assess despite reapplication of cheekpieces. Has dropped down the weights but has struggled the last twice and has something to prove.

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EATON COLLINA could not have won any easier over C&D last time out and a 7lb rise for that success could prove lenient as he looks to follow up for his in-form connections. Ground conditions are in his favour once more and he should have too much for the capable Heros, as well as Will Sting, who was a creditable second at Leicester last month.

EATON COLLINA represents the in-form Kerry Lee team and can follow up his recent C&D success. Will Sting made life difficult for himself last time but still posted a creditable second-placed effort, with Placenet also intriguing down in trip with 2 runs for his current yard under his belt.

There was a lot to like about the comfortable win of EATON COLLINA over C&D four weeks ago and he can defy a 7lb rise.

16:00 Wetherby Handicap Chase (Class 3) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:07 Clonmel Maiden Hurdle 19f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
2	2 (2) (1/2 +12%) Olympic Man	0.5 1/2(+12%)	(2) Olympic Man 1/2, Promising ex-French 14f Flat winner who has shaped as if retaining all of his ability back from a lengthy absence, second of 11 in novice hurdle at Galway (16.7f, heavy) in October, despite some clumsy leaps. Big shout for leading stable. Off since beaten at 2-5 in October; surprising if he was not in a better place now.
3	3 (3) (10/3 -48%) The Story So Far	3.333333 10/3(-48%)	(3) The Story So Far 10/3, Fairly useful bumper winner who improved on hurdles debut form when fourth of 13 in novice hurdle at Punchestown (16.7f, soft, 25/1) 24 days ago, keeping on for hands-and-heels ride. Open to further improvement and worth noting when market speaks in his favour. Limerick bumper winner needs this for a mark but the likeliest to chase home the favourite.
7	7 (7) (7/1 -27%) On Your Way	7 7/1(-27%)	(7) On Your Way 7/1, Twice-raced maiden. 4/1, improved on debut form when third of 12 in novice hurdle at Thurles (15.6f, soft) 16 days ago. Represents shrewd stable and likely he can do better again. Two runs in maiden hurdles; fair third in an ordinary contest at Thurles two weeks ago.
12	12 (12) (15/2 -15%) Hollow Rodger	7.5 15/2(-15%)	(12) Hollow Rodger 15/2, Beat Hollow mare. Off mark in points at third attempt (Jan 14) and she offered something to work on starting out under Rules when fourth of 14 in novice hurdle at Thurles (19.8f, soft, 7/1) on NH debut 16 days ago. Entitled to do better. Ran well despite some indifferent jumping in a 2m4f maiden hurdle at Thurles two weeks ago.
4	4 (4) (33/1 -65%) Beechfield	33 33/1(-65%)	(4) Beechfield 33/1, Won sole start in points (Apr 2023) but shaped as if needing the experience when pulled up in novice hurdle at this course (16f, heavy) on NH debut 14 days ago, pulled up before last. This should reveal more. Tailed off on his hurdles debut here two weeks ago and best watched for now.
10	10 (10) (66/1 -32%) Dont Tell Shirley	66 66/1(-32%)	(10) Dont Tell Shirley 66/1, Pulled up only start in points and she could only run to a modest level when fourth of 8 in novice hurdle at Punchestown (22.4f, heavy, 80/1) on NH debut 8 days ago. Not disgraced on her maiden hurdle debut at Punchestown last week but much more needed.
11	11 (11) (66/1 -32%) Dreamz	66 66/1(-32%)	(11) Dreamz 66/1, 25/1, sixth of 10 in novice hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy) 30 days ago. One for low-grade handicaps in due course. Fairly well beaten in a pair of maiden hurdles for her current stable; others more likely.
14	14 (14) (80/1 -21%) Stumblin In	80 80/1(-21%)	(14) Stumblin In 80/1, Shantou mare. Dam (c127/h121) 17f hurdle/chase winner in France. Out of a French hurdles-chase winner; best watched on debut.
13	13 (13) (125/1 -25%) Realtin Lonrach	125 125/1(-25%)	(13) Realtin Lonrach 125/1, Twice-raced maiden. 150/1, did no better for debut when distant eighth of 12 in novice hurdle at Thurles (15.6f, soft) 16 days ago. Soundly beaten in two maiden hurdles and likely to do better in handicaps.
15	15 (15) (125/1 -25%) Whatyouwant	125 125/1(-25%)	(15) Whatyouwant 125/1, Ocovango mare. 80/1, eleventh of 16 in novice hurdle at Limerick (20f, heavy) on NH debut 64 days ago, mistake 4 out and soon beaten. Passed over. Well beaten in a mares maiden hurdle at Limerick over Christmas; makes little appeal.
5	5 (5) (200/1 -100%) Beggars Rock	200 200/1(-100%)	(5) Beggars Rock 200/1, Maiden pointer. Once-raced maiden under Rules. 80/1, twentieth of 22 in novice hurdle at Cork (16f, heavy) on NH debut 54 days ago. Tailed off on his track debut at Cork last month and makes no appeal.
6	6 (6) (200/1 -100%) Littlewell Lariat	200 200/1(-100%)	(6) Littlewell Lariat 200/1, Golden Lariat gelding. Dam fell sole start in points. Betting should prove a useful guide on debut. Bred to stay further and likely to improve for whatever he does here.
8	8 (8) (200/1 -100%) Rodney	200 200/1(-100%)	(8) Rodney 200/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 50/1, tenth of 11 in bumper at Thurles (15.6f, soft) 16 days ago. Switches from bumpers to hurdles but likely to make little appeal this side of handicaps. Tailed off at Thurles two weeks ago and makes very limited appeal.
9	9 (9) (200/1 -100%) Shades Of Tara	200 200/1(-100%)	(9) Shades Of Tara 200/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 125/1, seventh of 9 in novice hurdle at Naas (19.1f, heavy) 19 days ago. Ordinary bumper and maiden hurdle form to date; needs this for a handicap mark.
1	1 (1) (250/1 -25%) Oakley	250 250/1(-25%)	(1) Oakley 250/1, Fair Flat winner. Twice-raced maiden over hurdles. Thirteenth of 16 in novice hurdle at Punchestown (16.7f, heavy, 125/1) 8 days ago, losing place from 3 out. Best watched this side of handicaps. Flat winner but no show in two maiden hurdles and needs this for a handicap mark.

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OLYMPIC MAN won't excite everyone but has shown enough in two Irish runs to suggest he can win this. Beaten 18 lengths by now-stablemate Haut En Couleurs on Auteuil debut in 2020, he finished second in a Compiegne hurdle the following year but was then absent for 845 days prior to running well at the Galway festival in August. His jumping can be problematic however and made many errors when beaten at that course in October. He returns form a break but has heavy-ground form. Heavy-ground bumper winner The Story So Far was well beaten in two maiden hurdles but caught the eye when staying on behind a useful winner at Punchestown. He is eligible to make his mark. Stablemate On Your Way himself runs in his third hurdle and needs to improve to win. Hollow Rodger showed some ability at Thurles while Oakley is a good-ground flat performer who has his third run over hurdles.

OLYMPIC MAN stands out on form in this line-up and can make light of a 5-month absence with further progress expected for his top yard. Hollow Rodger and The Story So Far can fill the placings.

This should go to OLYMPIC MAN, beaten at 2-5 when runner-up at Galway in October, but is likely to be too good for these

16:07 Clonmel Maiden Hurdle 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:15 Ludlow Handicap Chase (Class 3) 24f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (11/4 -38%) Arizona Cardinal	2.75 11/4(-38%)	(1) Arizona Cardinal 11/4, Freshened up and bounced back to form to record a third win from 6 completed starts over fences at Leicester (22.7f, heavy) just over 5 weeks ago. Did that readily and while his overall profile hints at consistency issues, he looks to have major claims of going in again up 5 lb. Clearcut Leicester winner and his yard continues on the crest of a wave.
2	2 (2) (11/4 +31%) Hardy Fella	2.75 11/4(+31%)	(2) Hardy Fella 11/4, Progressive staying hurdler last season and surpassed that form on the second attempt over fences when scrambling home at Fontwell in November. Has failed to build on that on both subsequent starts however (well backed last time), so others make more appeal. Perhaps on a high mark but returning to further is well worth a shot.
4	4 (4) (3/1 +40%) One True King	3 3/1(+40%)	(4) One True King 3/1, Bounced back to form when runner-up over C&D (heavy) 8 days ago and remains well treated on his best form. Consistency not his forte, however. Inconsistent but he did run well over C&D last week when second to the favourite.
3	3 (3) (4/1 +27%) Midnight Mary	4 4/1(+27%)	(3) Midnight Mary 4/1, Consistent type who seemed to excel herself when third in a 7-runner mares' listed contest at Huntingdon (2½m, soft) 5 weeks ago. Step back up in trip here no bad thing but the 4 lb rise she picked up for that effort could be a stumbling block. Possibly flattered by latest Listed form and her mark has suffered to the tune of 5lb.
6	6 (6) (11/1 -10%) Special Acceptance	11 11/1(-10%)	(6) Special Acceptance 11/1, It's now 11 runs since his last win in 2020 but he recorded a creditable fourth of 11 in handicap chase at Plumpton (28.5f, good to soft) early last month. More needed with blinkers replacing cheekpieces for the first time. Veteran who has only won the once, when in first-time cheekpieces in 2020; new headgear.

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The Stuart Edmunds stable can do little wrong at present and ARIZONA CARDINAL looked back to his best when scoring comfortably at Leicester last month. A 5lb rise for that success could prove lenient, and stepping back up in trip should be of no issue as he looks to see off the likes of One True King, who was a solid runner-up over C&D recently. Midnight Mary is another to consider dropped in grade.

ARIZONA CARDINAL's overall profile hints at consistency issues but, given the manner of his victory at Leicester last month, Stuart Edmunds' 8-y-o is fancied to make light of a 5 lb rise and record a fourth success over the larger obstacles. Duke of Deception kept mistakes to a minimum back over fences when runner-up at Aintree on Boxing Day, so he heads up the opposition, with Midnight Mary and One True King taken to fight out minor honours.

The 8yo ARIZONA CARDINA readily accounted for an in-form horse at Leicester and his stable continues on the crest of a wave.

16:15 Ludlow Handicap Chase (Class 3) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:25 Taunton Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 24f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
12	12 (12) (11/8 +66%) Rivers Corner	1.375 11/8(+66%)	(12) Rivers Corner 11/8, Seemingly well suited by an increased test of stamina when scoring by 23 lengths over 3m at Wincanton (heavy) 12 days ago. A 10 lb rise doesn't look severe given the ease of that success. Big player. Major improvement when upped to 3m on heavy at Wincanton latest; up 10lb but unexposed.
9	9 (9) (9/2 +63%) Little Else	4.5 9/2(+63%)	(9) Little Else 9/2, C&D winner in April and followed up at Newton Abbot (21.5f, heavy) 6 months later. Creditable efforts in defeat twice since and ought to be in the shake-up again. Won over C&D and 2m5f in 2023; creditable 4th latest and now down in grade.
10	10 (10) (8/1 +50%) Sam's Amour	8 8/1(+50%)	(10) Sam's Amour 8/1, Third in a pair of handicaps around 19f in the autumn. Ran no sort of race when stepped up to 3m at Wincanton in December but has finished a respectable fourth at Exeter (18.5f) since. Back up in trip. Ran well first two handicaps at 2m3f; not so good since and others more likely.
3	3 (3) (8/1 +0%) My Last Oscar	8 8/1(+0%)	(3) My Last Oscar 8/1, Former C&D winner who gained a third handicap success of his career when forging clear at Hexham (3m, heavy) in December. Runs off 8 lb higher here. C&D winner; good strike-rate in staying handicaps; made light of the task at Hexham latest.
4	4 (4) (8/1 -78%) Spitalfield	8 8/1(-78%)	(4) Spitalfield 8/1, Unexposed hurdler who has been steadily progressive over hurdles, travelling powerfully before outstayed late on when third over 25f at Huntingdon (heavy) 3 weeks ago. Interesting faced with a slightly sharper test this time. Two good runs in handicap hurdles, the latest over 3m1f on soft; on the premises.
5	5 (5) (12/1 -33%) Tiny Tetley	12 12/1(-33%)	(5) Tiny Tetley 12/1, Reached the frame twice in novice hurdles over shorter trips here this winter. His opening mark isn't obviously lenient but he has potential as a lightly-raced sort. Promise both starts here, over 2m3f latest; possible improver for handicaps and new trip.
6	6 (6) (20/1 -122%) Tough Approach	20 20/1(-122%)	(6) Tough Approach 20/1, Finished second in a point. Also third in a bumper on Rules debut and best run over hurdles since when second of 8 in 21f Kempton novice 3 weeks ago. Brings unexposed potential to this handicap debut. Best hurdle form when 2nd to hotpot over 2m5f latest; could do better at new level.
1	1 (1) (22/1 -120%) Keable	22 22/1(-120%)	(1) Keable 22/1, Promise when in the frame in maiden hurdles at the start of 2023. Given time since well held on Exeter handicap debut a year ago and returns as an unexposed sort. One to note in the betting. Ran well behind talented rivals on first 2 hurdle starts; tame handicap debut last spring.
2	2 (2) (25/1 -150%) Raddon Top	25 25/1(-150%)	(2) Raddon Top 25/1, 9/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Exeter (23f, heavy) 29 days ago, soon beaten. First-time blinkers replace regular cheekpieces now. Form see-sawed since chase win last January; pulled up back hurdling latest.
13	13 (13) (33/1 -136%) Uno Mas	33 33/1(-136%)	(13) Uno Mas 33/1, Five-time winner in 2021 but very lightly raced since and out of sorts when making it to the track. Multiple winner but few signs of life since back from absence in October.

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SPITALFIELD travelled like the winner for a long way before fading into third close home in testing conditions over 3m1f at Huntingdon and, nudged up 1lb with his stable in good form, he gets the vote to go two places better. My Last Oscar fairly bolted up at Hexham in December, but his inconsistent profile tempers enthusiasm. Rivers Corner clearly benefited from the step up to an extended 3m when winning readily at Wincanton and although raised 10lb, he can get involved again.

RIVERS CORNER had a lot in hand when stepping up to 3m for the first time at Wincanton so even a 10 lb rise may not stop him. Fellow last-time-out scorer The Midwife also looks feasibly treated from her revised mark so she's second choice ahead of Spitalfield, who travelled notably well for a long way over a slightly longer trip last time. There are also a few unexposed sorts to note in the betting in an interesting race for the level.

Rivers Corner won't mind how soft it gets but Market Rasen winner THE MIDWIFE is preferred in the hope the ground isn't too testing.

16:25 Taunton Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:35 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (7/2 +50%) Uncle Bert	3.5 7/2(+50%)	(3) Uncle Bert 7/2, Fairly useful handicap hurdler who ran up to his best when second of 4 at Chepstow (19.4f, heavy) 36 days ago. 7-lb conditional takes over in the saddle and seems likely to give another good account. May be a shade high in the weights but fair second last time and might not be far away.
4	4 (4) (7/2 +22%) War Soldier	3.5 7/2(+22%)	(4) War Soldier 7/2, Proved as good as ever to notch a first win in handicap company in 11-runner event over C&D (heavy) 26 days ago, showing a good attitude. Up 6 lb but remains low mileage. Did well to rally and win over C&D last time and a 6lb rise may not stop him.
2	2 (2) (9/2 +10%) The Four Sixes	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(2) The Four Sixes 9/2, Found improvement on debut for Olly Murphy when winning 6-runner handicap hurdle at this course (21.2f, heavy) in December, going with enthusiasm. Ran at least as well in defeat when a close third to War Soldier over C&D subsequently and remains unexposed for current yard. Won here in December on stable debut and good third over C&D last time; can be thereabouts.
1	1 (1) (9/2 +0%) Windtothelightning	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(1) Windtothelightning 9/2, Picked up the progressive thread straight away when bagging C&D handicap on her return. Very good fourth off a 12 lb higher mark at Cheltenham prior to falling heavily at the second in listed mares event at Haydock 12 days ago. Easy win over C&D in November and has a good strike-rate; could continue to improve.
7	7 (7) (13/2 -30%) North Parade	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(7) North Parade 13/2, Proved better than ever when completing a hat-trick under this rider in 9-runner handicap hurdle at Newcastle (20.3f, heavy) 14 days ago. This is tougher but further improvement can't be ruled out. Has won at Newcastle on last three starts; this improving 9yo has to enter calculations.
5	5 (5) (12/1 -50%) Hajey	12 12/1(-50%)	(5) Hajey 12/1, Catterick specialist who added to his tally there in December and has found only one too good both outings subsequently. Running really well at favourite course Catterick this winter; races here for first time.
9	9 (9) (14/1 -27%) Paddy O'mahler	14 14/1(-27%)	(9) Paddy O'mahler 14/1, Showed ability in 3 qualifying runs before Christmas but made a disappointing start to his handicap career when down the field over 3m here last month. Yet to be asked for effort when falling fifth at Carlisle subsequently. 2 lb out of the weights. Back in trip after weakening over 3m here on handicap debut; others are more compelling.
8	8 (8) (22/1 -267%) El Jefe	22 22/1(-267%)	(8) El Jefe 22/1, Better than ever this season, completing a hat-trick in handicap hurdles at Haydock (18.9f) in December. Has shaped as if still in good form both starts since and Brian Hughes seems likely to suit his strong-travelling style. 1 lb out of the weights. Landed a hat-trick towards the end of last year but has finished held the last twice.
6	6 (6) (33/1 -50%) Ubetya	33 33/1(-50%)	(6) Ubetya 33/1, Capitalised on a falling mark over fences at Cartmel in May but has been pulled up on his last 2 outings. First hurdle start since February 2020. Well treated on chase exploits but reverts to hurdles with major doubt about current form.

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An impressive winner over C&D earlier in the season and an early faller on her most recent start at Haydock, WINDTOTHELIGHTNING could still be well treated off a mark of 132 and looks capable of regaining the winning thread. There was just under two lengths between War Soldier (first) and The Four Sixes (third) when they met over C&D earlier in the month and both are likely to be thereabouts again. North Parade and Uncle Bert are noted too.

A competitive handicap with the tentative vote going to UNCLE BERT. He stuck to his task behind a progressive one at Chepstow on his most recent outing and a capable 7-lb conditional now takes over in the saddle. War Soldier and The Four Sixes are closely matched on their running over C&D last time and they head the dangers.

Preference is for the thriving NORTH PARADE (nap), who completed a Newcastle hat-trick in good style a fortnight ago.

16:35 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:42 Clonmel Handicap Hurdle 19f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
5	5 (5) (10/3 -33%) Tranquil Sea	3.333333 10/3(-33%)	(5) Tranquil Sea 10/3, Lightly-raced maiden. 3/1, very good second of 6 in juvenile hurdle at Punchestown (16.1f, heavy) 31 days ago. Up 5 lb but weighted to go close. Should be more to come from him and looks to have a leading chance of going one better.
4	4 (4) (4/1 -14%) Carlas Big Jim	4 4/1(-14%)	(4) Carlas Big Jim 4/1, 9/2, career best when winning 9-runner handicap hurdle at this course (18.9f, heavy) 14 days ago, keeping on well. Ought to be in the shake-up again. Stayed on strongly to land a 2m3f handicap hurdle here two weeks ago; up another 7lb.
1	1 (1) (4/1 +11%) Folly Master	4 4/1(+11%)	(1) Folly Master 4/1, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. 16/5, career best when readily winning 12-runner handicap hurdle at Punchestown (23f, heavy) 31 days ago. Open to progress. Player. Has a 16lb rise to cope with and the drop in trip is not a plus but has to be respected.
2	2 (2) (9/2 -13%) Housemartin	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(2) Housemartin 9/2, Course winner. 9/4, creditable second of 14 in handicap hurdle at Cork (16f, heavy) 95 days ago. Can go well again. 1lb higher here than at Cork and the step up in trip should be okay; big player.
8	8 (8) (7/1 -27%) Mr Social	7 7/1(-27%)	(8) Mr Social 7/1, Winner in hurdle at Tramore in August. Good second of 12 in handicap hurdle (5/1) at Punchestown (20.2f, soft) 45 days ago. Not taken lightly. Up 1lb for finishing second in a Punchestown handicap hurdle last week; likely to go well.
3	3 (3) (9/1 -13%) Whateys Quest	9 9/1(-13%)	(3) Whateys Quest 9/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Pulled up in handicap hurdle at this course (18.9f, heavy, 3/1) 14 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Remains likely to improve. Not one to dismiss but certainly has a question or two to answer after flopping last time.
10	10 (10) (16/1 +0%) Glencourt Valley	16 16/1(+0%)	(10) Glencourt Valley 16/1, Respectable seventh of 17 in handicap hurdle (5/1) at Cork (19f, good to soft) 137 days ago, running on. Considered. Wants better ground after four months off but worth watching for future reference.
6	6 (6) (33/1 +0%) Mont Beuvray	33 33/1(+0%)	(6) Mont Beuvray 33/1, Eleventh of 14 in novice hurdle at Listowel (16f, soft, 33/1) 164 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut with more required. Modest maiden hurdle and bumper form; handicap hurdle debut and best watched.
7	7 (7) (40/1 -21%) Presenting Point	40 40/1(-21%)	(7) Presenting Point 40/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Pulled up in handicap hurdle (33/1) at this course (16f, heavy) 14 days ago, struggling badly early final circuit. 13lb better off over flights but ran poorly on his return to action here two weeks ago.
9	9 (9) (50/1 +0%) Coulrophobia	50 50/1(+0%)	(9) Coulrophobia 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 250/1, ninth of 12 in novice hurdle at Thurles (15.6f, soft) 16 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut with blinkers reached for. Never counted in any of his maiden hurdles; blinkered here for his handicap debut.

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FOLLY MASTER has been penalised 16lb for winning easily at Punchestown recently but might defy the hike. A point-to-point winner last May, he isn't ideally suited by dropping down in distance today but testing conditions will suit. Carlas Big Jim is 7lb higher than his recent course-and-distance win and while he has obvious claims, competes from a career high rating and is more exposed than the selection. Four-year-old Tranquil Sea improved on his handicap debut last month and while 4lb higher, can progress further. Mr Social has been running well but doesn't look ahead of the handicapper while Housemartin returns from a small break but likes testing ground. Whateys Quest was reported to be post race normal when pulling up here recently.

A case can be made for a few of these but TRANQUIL SEA signalled he's ready to get off the mark when a very good Punchestown second last time out and is weighted to go one better now. Folly Master rates a big threat however on the back of his comfortable success at the same track, while Housemartin, Carlas Big Jim and Whateys Quest can all have a say too.

Preference is for HOUSEMARTIN(nap), a winner on heavy ground here and unlucky under his penalty at Cork when last seen

16:42 Clonmel Handicap Hurdle 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:50 Ludlow Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (11/10 +33%) Jour D'evasion	1.1 11/10(+33%)	(5) Jour D'evasion 11/10, Shaped quite well in a bumper on debut and has steadily improved with each start over hurdles, second of 14 in Huntingdon maiden (15.8f) 5 weeks ago. Entitled to be in the mix again on that evidence. Has bumped into some good opposition and this looks his best opportunity yet.
4	4 (4) (7/4 -27%) Fourtowns	1.75 7/4(-27%)	(4) Fourtowns 7/4, Steadily progressive in bumpers for Stuart Crawford and encouraging yard/hurdles debut display when fourth of 13 in novice at Newbury (16.3f) 3 weeks ago. Yard have been in great nick and respected with progress anticipated. Plenty to like about his fourth at Newbury, especially as he raced freely on heavy ground.
1	1 (1) (10/3 -48%) Schmilsson	3.333333 10/3(-48%)	(1) Schmilsson 10/3, Fairly useful on Flat for Andrew Balding and going the right way over hurdles, confirming abundant promise from Southwell with a smooth success in maiden company at Sedgefield (16.8f) 3 weeks ago. Penalised now but highly likely there's more to come. Looks to have more on his plate here with a penalty but unlikely to go down quietly.
8	8 (8) (50/1 -52%) Karakoy	50 50/1(-52%)	(8) Karakoy 50/1, Fair form on Flat, won minor event in 2023, but well held in handicaps last 2 starts. Sold from Harry & Roger Charlton 30,000 gns later in October and he offered little when tenth of 11 in a C&D juvenile 3 weeks ago. Hood reached for now. Raced freely and dropped right out when 20-1 for his hurdling debut on soft; hood goes on.
7	7 (7) (125/1 -150%) Implied	125 125/1(-150%)	(7) Implied 125/1, Oasis Dream gelding. Brother to a winner and half-brother to 3 winners on Flat, including smart 1m-9f winner Pocket Square. Modest form at best in handful of outings on the level and he's likely best watched now tackling hurdles for the first time. It was low-level stuff in his four runs on the Flat, all on the AW from 1m4f to 1m6f.
6	6 (6) (150/1 +0%) Mambo Beat	150 150/1(+0%)	(6) Mambo Beat 150/1, Fair on Flat (stays 1¼m) for Clive Cox but changed hands cheaply (2,000 gns) and he offered little starting out over hurdles at Hereford (16.2f) in November. Can only be watched back from 3 months off. Low-grade Flat winner who made a forgettable start over hurdles at Hereford.
3	3 (3) (150/1 -127%) Fixed Wing	150 150/1(-127%)	(3) Fixed Wing 150/1, No better than mid-field in a pair of bumpers and ran only to a poor level on first of 2 starts over hurdles since the turn of the year. Rates a likely type for low-grade handicaps moving forward. 80-1 when tailed off behind Schmillson at Sedgefield and opposable on the back of that.

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An eye-catcher at Newbury on his hurdles debut, FOURTOWNS should have plenty more improvement to come on what is just his second start for the Ben Pauling yard. The five-year-old gets the vote ahead of Jour D'evasion, who was runner-up to a subsequent winner at Huntingdon while also finishing second over C&D on his penultimate start. A penalty for an easy success at Sedgefield will make life tougher for Schmilsson, but he is entitled to be thereabouts as well.

JOUR D'EVASION again ran well when finding only one too good in novice company at Huntingdon 5 weeks ago and a repeat should see him thereabouts again. Sedgefield scorer Schmilsson is improving nicely and he's feared under a penalty, with Fourtowns another expected to figure following an encouraging fourth at Newbury in a good contest.

There was a 50-1 winner last year but this looks good for one of the three form horses, of whom JOUR D'EVASION appeals most.

16:50 Ludlow Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:00 Taunton Handicap Chase (Class 4) 22f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (2/1 +40%) Walk In Clover	2 2/1(+40%)	(1) Walk In Clover 2/1, Recorded back-to-back chase victories last spring and plenty of good efforts in defeat have followed, fourth in mares' handicap at Cheltenham (20.6f) in December. Doncaster assignment thereafter was a stiff task (pulled up) and this much more suitable. Useful handicap form at 2m and 2m4f this winter; out of depth latest; good claims.
3	3 (3) (2/1 +50%) Juniper	2 2/1(+50%)	(3) Juniper 2/1, Won twice for Harry Whittington in 2022/23 and ended the campaign with good second in handicap chase at Cheltenham (25.2f) last April (form has worked out well). Shaped as if amiss on stable debut/return in first-time tongue tie in October, but she could bounce back returned to this grade. Two 3m chase wins; low-key start for new yard in October; first run on soft for 2 years.
2	2 (2) (3/1 -117%) Lilith	3 3/1(-117%)	(2) Lilith 3/1, Notched her third success over fences at Carlisle last season and in a change of headgear, resumed winning ways in unimpressive fashion in that corresponding event earlier this month, rallying to lead run-in after looking held 2 out. Yard also saddles Juniper. Made it 2-2 at Carlisle last time; acts on sharp right-handed tracks too; on winning mark.
4	4 (4) (5/1 +9%) Whatsdastory	5 5/1(+9%)	(4) Whatsdastory 5/1, Wasn't discredited on return from 6 months off when third at Hereford (25.2f) in November but wasn't in the same form in veterans' event at Doncaster next time. Needs to leave her latest effort behind back against her younger rivals. Winner and twice 2nd in three C&D starts, latest in this race last year; good mark now.

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The tongue-tie/visor combination (both worn today) appeared to do the trick for LILITH at Carlisle earlier this month and a 4lb rise might not be enough to anchor her if arriving in the same mood. Walk In Clover drops into class 4 company for the first time since April last year, when successful at Southwell, and she rates the biggest threat. Whatsdastory has yet to run a bad race in three visits here and she cannot be ruled out either.

Anthony Honeyball fires a couple of darts in this mares' handicap and it's JUNIPER who makes most appeal dropping in grade and with title-chasing Harry Cobden booked. Stablemate Lilith is sure to be popular having resumed winning ways at Carlisle last month, but the biggest threat may emerge from Walk In Clover, who faced a stiff task in listed company at Doncaster in December and will surely appreciate this easier assignment.

Lilith is likely to be dangerous but WALK IN CLOVER has strong handicap form this winter and this is a drop in class.

17:00 Taunton Handicap Chase (Class 4) 22f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:10 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
8	8 (8) (6/4 +63%) Sailed Away	1.5 6/4(+63%)	(8) Sailed Away 6/4, Arrives in good order, finding his stamina slightly stretched when third at Market Rasen last time. This lesser test should suit and he's very much one to consider. 0-9 under rules but some good runs this winter & today's race might not take much winning.
2	2 (2) (9/2 -13%) Heritier	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(2) Heritier 9/2, Lightly raced for current yard and almost landed a gamble over fences at Sedgefield last time, finding only one too good. Lower rated in this sphere and is worth a chance to go one better. Some good runs over fences since joining yard; reverts to hurdles and could be thereabouts.
6	6 (6) (5/1 -11%) Beaumesnil	5 5/1(-11%)	(6) Beaumesnil 5/1, Unreliable sort. 4/1 and blinkered for 1st time, creditable second of 6 in handicap hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, soft) 27 days ago, outbattled. Hard to know if he'll be in the same mood here. Went very close in first-time blinkers at Catterick last time; may be able to build on it.
7	7 (7) (6/1 +57%) Kinder Kid	6 6/1(+57%)	(7) Kinder Kid 6/1, Third in a point and steadily building up to something under Rules, again showing more when fourth in a C&D novice earlier in the month. Not discounted on handicap bow. Soundly beaten so far over hurdles but goes handicapping off modest mark; not discounted.
14	14 (14) (11/1 +73%) Walk My Way	11 11/1(+73%)	(14) Walk My Way 11/1, Failed to threaten between the flags and yet to offer much over hurdles. Others preferred. Has displayed hints of ability; not ruled out off a basement mark on handicap debut.
1	1 (1) (16/1 -45%) Play By The Rules	16 16/1(-45%)	(1) Play By The Rules 16/1, Aided by first-time cheekpieces when decisively taking 13-runner handicap hurdle at Taunton (19f, heavy) in March. Followed that with a good second at Hereford next time but hasn't fired so far this season. Soundly beaten on both starts this season but the wind op may prompt a return to form.
12	12 (12) (16/1 +20%) Lifetime Adventure	16 16/1(+20%)	(12) Lifetime Adventure 16/1, Modest maiden hurdler who shaped better than the distance beaten when sixth at Uttoxeter on penultimate outing. Unseated at Musselburgh since but still worthy of respect. Fair 2nd at Kelso in January but 2m4f appeared to stretch him at Uttoxeter next time; 0-11.
11	11 (11) (25/1 -108%) Missy Ava	25 25/1(-108%)	(11) Missy Ava 25/1, Comfortably held in novice hurdles but pedigree gives her some scope for improvement, so not completely ruled out. No better than 7th on first three starts but could be capable of better now handicapping.
10	10 (10) (40/1 -21%) Ballynagran	40 40/1(-21%)	(10) Ballynagran 40/1, Notched second success when narrowly landing a Hexham handicap chase off this mark last May. However, he's none too consistent and has offered little in subsequent starts. Returns to hurdling, now. Course chase winner but has struggled in that discipline on his last five starts.
9	9 (9) (80/1 -60%) Righteous Ruane	80 80/1(-60%)	(9) Righteous Ruane 80/1, Poor hurdler who didn't show much on debut for new yard at Carlisle 88 days ago. Needs to up his game on handicap debut. Goes h'capping off lowly mark but hasn't achieved much & others have more pressing claims.

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Runner-up on two of his last three starts over fences, HERITIER has done well since joining new connections and it may be that a return to the smaller obstacles prompts a return to winning ways. Narrowly denied at Catterick, Beaumesnil can give him the most to think about and is noted along with Sailed Away, who wasn't beaten far on his penultimate start at Huntingdon. Others to note include Brandt, Play By The Rules and Western Jill.

HERITIER was runner-up having attracted support over fences at Sedgefield and he's back off his lower hurdles mark now, so he's fancied to open his account for his current yard. Sailed Away is a big threat dropped back in trip and Brandt is one to note on his first handicap outing.

The vote goes to HERITIER, who won over hurdles in November and has run some good races over fences for his new yard this winter.

17:10 Wetherby Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:17 Clonmel Handicap Hurdle 24f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
7	7 (7) (2/1 -23%) Made In The Woods	2 2/1(-23%)	(7) Made In The Woods 2/1, Respectable fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle (7/2) at Punchestown (23f, heavy) 31 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently. Good chance if building on that. Staying type is a better chaser but has a leading chance in a race of this modest standard.
1	1 (1) (5/2 -33%) Majestic Design	2.5 5/2(-33%)	(1) Majestic Design 5/2, Dual point winner but has made little impact in maiden hurdles (bled last time). Makes handicap bow. Mare is from a strong family, won twice in points last season, worth a market check.
6	6 (6) (4/1 -33%) Glorious Singer	4 4/1(-33%)	(6) Glorious Singer 4/1, Remains a maiden after 26 NH runs. Good third of 18 in handicap hurdle (25/1) at Thurles (22.4f, soft) 16 days ago, running on late. Expected to be bang there with a repeat. 0-24 over hurdles, breakthrough win is within reach judged on staying-on third at Thurles.
2	2 (2) (15/2 +46%) Aleish Lass	7.5 15/2(+46%)	(2) Aleish Lass 15/2, Winning pointer who was well held switched to a handicap at Gowran (20f, heavy, 50/1) in November. Point winner, possibly she has improved since her last track start but hard to be sure..
3	3 (3) (14/1 +0%) Getaway Erin	14 14/1(+0%)	(3) Getaway Erin 14/1, Thrice-raced maiden who achieved little when a well-held third in a 6-runner maiden at Gowran (20.2f, heavy, 125/1) 35 days ago. Tongue strap applied for handicap debut and improvement needed. Looks very much flattered by her recent form figures, hard to make a strong case for her.
4	4 (4) (20/1 +39%) Kuriosa	20 20/1(+39%)	(4) Kuriosa 20/1, Remains with little form, merely passing beaten rivals when eleventh of 18 in handicap hurdle at Gowran (16f, heavy, 50/1) 35 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. In good hands and only five, so perhaps premature to write off, first-time cheekpieces.
5	5 (5) (25/1 -56%) Sky Tempest	25 25/1(-56%)	(5) Sky Tempest 25/1, Well held in bumper/completed starts in maiden hurdles but could improve now switched to a handicap. Perhaps just a hint of promise from the most recent of her four maiden hurdle runs.

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This looks weak and MADE IN THE WOODS might take advantage of bottom-weight. Successful once from 19 previous starts, she is rated 15lb higher over fences and is capable in that sphere. She was well held by the easy winner at Punchestown recently but defeated plenty horses and is ideally suited by today's stamina test. Glorious Singer is a 26-race maiden who ran well in a recent Thurles handicap but was well held behind the selection in January. Recent point-to-point winner Aleish Lass, which is out of a half-sister to smart Dedigout, is interesting on her return to hurdling but has enough weight. Dual points winner Majestic Designs could be nicely treated on her best form but was found to have 'blood at both nostrils' on her most recent run.

MADE IN THE WOODS is well treated on his chase form and, having fared best of those ridden prominently in a contest that became a bit of a slog at Punchestown on his most recent outing, he's put forward as the answer. Glorious Singer is a long-standing maiden but is sure to pose a big threat if reproducing her latest effort, while Sky Tempest could show more now switched to a low-grade handicap.

In a weak race, it may be worth taking the risk with recent Thurles third GLORIOUS SINGER, a maiden having her 25th run over hurdles

17:17 Clonmel Handicap Hurdle 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:24 Ludlow Handicap Chase (Class 4) 20f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (11/10 +27%) Lime Drop	1.1 11/10(+27%)	(2) Lime Drop 11/10, Five-time hurdles winner during 2021/22 campaign and has matched that form so far over fences, rallying well when third at Huntingdon last time. Return to this distance should suit and she's worth chancing. Five-time hurdle winner who has yet to run a bad race over fences; solid claims.
1	1 (1) (6/4 -50%) Game On For Glory	1.5 6/4(-50%)	(1) Game On For Glory 6/4, Bumper/hurdles winner who has been runner-up on two of her three outings over fences, throwing the race away with some sloppy jumping at Carlisle last time. Visor could straighten her out and she's a big player. Can jump left and not look straightforward but now visored and has strong form claims.
5	5 (5) (17/2 +70%) Moon Eagle	8.5 17/2(+70%)	(5) Moon Eagle 17/2, Patchy form for Gavin Cromwell in Ireland and she hasn't pulled up any trees so far for this yard. Hard to fancy. 16-race maiden who is 0-10 over fences and faces a stiff task from 13lb out of the weights.
3	3 (3) (10/1 -43%) Hamartia	10 10/1(-43%)	(3) Hamartia 10/1, Placed twice in maiden company in Ireland for Colm Murphy but offered little in a couple of starts for current yard. Needs the switch to chasing to spark a revival. Quiet for this yard but was placed in Ireland and chasing could trigger a revival.

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GAME ON FOR GLORY has yet to strike over fences, but two runner-up efforts have been highly creditable and this looks like as good an opportunity as any to open her account. Lucy Wadham's charge is preferred to Lime Drop, who arrives with a similar profile and hails from the in-form Henry Daly outfit. Hamartia has yet to find her way for new connections but cannot be ruled out on some of her best Irish form.

This could develop into a match between in-form pair LIME DROP and Game On For Glory, with marginal preference for the former, who should be well suited by the step back up in trip.

This looks uncompetitive and much easier than the races GAME ON FOR GLORY has been contesting. Lime Drop is the danger.

17:24 Ludlow Handicap Chase (Class 4) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 4) 5f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (4/7 +59%) Twilight Madness	0.571429 4/7(+59%)	(2) Twilight Madness 4/7, Took advantage of a drop in the weights at Lingfield in December and has run respectably both outings subsequently. Leading claims. Turf and multiple AW winner who should give another good account.
4	4 (4) (3/1 -100%) Cinque Verde	3 3/1(-100%)	(4) Cinque Verde 3/1, Proved better than ever returning from 4 months off when winning 5-runner handicap (12/1) at this C&D 14 days ago. Nudged up just 2 lb so has a solid chance of following up. C&D win latest; that wasn't a strong race but neither is this and she's only 2lb higher.
1	1 (1) (9/2 +0%) Dubai Station	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(1) Dubai Station 9/2, Eleven runs since last win in 2023 and seems to be in a lull for now, beating only one home in 11-runner handicap at Kempton (6f) 11 days ago. Blinkers on for 1st time. Mainly disappointing since last win nearly a year ago and has plenty to prove.
3	3 (3) (25/1 -213%) Bert Kibbler	25 25/1(-213%)	(3) Bert Kibbler 25/1, Came home last of 6 in first-time cheekpieces (8/1) at Pontefract (5f, good to firm) when last seen in June. Has won fresh before so not completely dismissed setting out for a new yard after 8 months off. Multiple 5f winner but not seen since June; has changed stables and enough to prove.

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Preference is for CINQUE VERDE, who was on target over C&D a fortnight ago. She was nudged up 2lb for that effort, but this looks a good opportunity given Jack Doughty can claim his full 7lb. Twilight Madness is the main danger as he has held his form well since winning at Lingfield on New Year's Eve, while Dubai Station rates best of the rest.

CINQUE VERDE won well under her promising rider here on her return a fortnight ago and can strike again. Twilight Madness might be the danger.

This looks good for CINQUE VERDE (nap), whose success two weeks ago came over C&D under today's claiming rider Jack Doughty.

17:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 4) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:35 Taunton NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
10	10 (10) (4/11 +37%) Sorceleur	0.363636 4/11(+37%)	(10) Sorceleur 4/11, Has shown plenty as he's chased home the unbeaten Kel du Large in bumpers at Exeter and Cheltenham (listed contest). 1 of 2 for Paul Nicholls and Cobden rides. Leading claims. Two excellent thirds behind the same promising horse who won again at the weekend.
1	1 (1) (4/1 -60%) Berliath	4 4/1(-60%)	(1) Berliath 4/1, £65,000 3-y-o, Clovis Du Berlais gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser On The Slopes. Has had a wind op. 1 of 2 for top yard with a strong hand in bumpers this season and very much one to note. £65,000 3yo; half-brother to four winners including good jumper On The Slopes.
7	7 (7) (17/2 +47%) Devon Blue	8.5 17/2(+47%)	(7) Devon Blue 17/2, Vendangeur gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/chaser Glenquin Castle, stays 3½m, and fair hurdler Getaweapon, stays 23f. Related to winners; yard has only occasional success in bumpers.
2	2 (2) (18/1 -13%) Whynotnowbart	18 18/1(-13%)	(2) Whynotnowbart 18/1, Notnowcato horse. Dam 19f-23f hurdle/chase winner, sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 29f) Bally Legend. Yard saddled 40/1-winner first time up in good bumper at Kempton on Saturday. Third foal; dam 2m2f-2m6f hurdle/chase winner; stable 2-31 in bumpers recent seasons.
3	3 (3) (22/1 -83%) Calli Black	22 22/1(-83%)	(3) Calli Black 22/1, Winner of her sole completed start in points and showed a bit more in bumpers second time up at Wincanton 4 weeks ago. This looks tough. Beaten 30l (heavy) and 21l (good to soft) in her two bumpers and she's up against it.
9	9 (9) (28/1 -40%) Mon Petit Ami	28 28/1(-40%)	(9) Mon Petit Ami 28/1, £8,000 3-y-o, Pether's Moon gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (2¼m-19f winner) Adagio des Bordes. Not an obvious sort for first time up in bumpers on paper. £2,000 yearling, £8,000 3yo; dam unraced half-sister to two French winners.
8	8 (8) (28/1 -12%) Golden Moonshake	28 28/1(-12%)	(8) Golden Moonshake 28/1, 3,500 gns 3-y-o, Zoffany gelding. Half-brother to 5 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Photo Choc and fair hurdler Borntobealeader. Has had a wind op/wears tongue strap. Flat-bred 4yo who never raced for Tom Dascombe and was sold on for 3,500gns.
5	5 (5) (100/1 -52%) Elyssia	100 100/1(-52%)	(5) Elyssia 100/1, 125/1, no threat in AW bumper at Lingfield on debut in November. Will need to take a big step forward. Didn't shape too badly in an AW bumper in November but still not easily recommended.
4	4 (4) (150/1 -200%) Demelza Carne	150 150/1(-200%)	(4) Demelza Carne 150/1, Out of a bumper winner but never a threat on debut at Exeter (heavy, 40/1) 11 weeks ago. Dropped out to finish tailed off on soft ground at Exeter when a 40-1 chance.

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SORCELEUR brings the strongest form to the table, twice finishing third behind a winner who has since gone on to complete the hat-trick on his jumping bow, and Paul Nicholls' youngster is difficult to oppose. Harry Cobden has seemingly chosen to ride him over stablemate Berliath, a nicely-bred gelding who cost 65,000 pounds as a three-year-old. Calli Black rates best of the rest.

SORCELEUR has shown plenty behind a very promising one in a couple of bumpers and is the one to beat under Harry Cobden. Stablemate Berliath is an interesting newcomer, as is Whynotnowbart.

This looks all about SORCELEUR who has finished within close proximity of a smart prospect in bumpers at Exeter and Cheltenham.

17:35 Taunton NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (11/4 +61%) Alafdhal	2.75 11/4(+61%)	(2) Alafdhal 11/4, Fout-time course winner. Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. Seventh of 8 in handicap at back Wolverhampton (6f, 7/2) 13 days ago. Engaged 8.00 Kempton Wednesday. Has the services of Rossa Ryan but drop back to 5f not sure to suit; due to run last night.
1	1 (1) (7/2 +22%) Dark Side Prince	3.5 7/2(+22%)	(1) Dark Side Prince 7/2, C&D winner. Tongue strap on first time (discarded), below form fifth of 10 in handicap (5/1) at Southwell (5f) 49 days ago. Multiple AW scorer; not at best in tongue-tie last time but that equipment left off here.
8	8 (8) (13/2 -30%) Mehmo	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(8) Mehmo 13/2, Three wins from 16 runs last year. Placed for the fifth start in succession when third of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 7 days ago. This consistent type should be on the premises again. Has been running consistently well this winter and should go well, despite widest draw.
7	7 (7) (8/1 +27%) Pablo Del Pueblo	8 8/1(+27%)	(7) Pablo Del Pueblo 8/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2023. 28/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at this course (6f) 14 days ago. Has had a few chances since last win nearly a year ago; may find one or two too good.
3	3 (3) (8/1 -129%) Cabeza De Llave	8 8/1(-129%)	(3) Cabeza De Llave 8/1, Improved on recent efforts to win 6-runner C&D handicap 20 days ago. A 3 lb rise may not prevent him going in again. Dual turf winner who has won twice over this C&D, including last time; player.
4	4 (4) (17/2 +15%) Josies Kid	8.5 17/2(+15%)	(4) Josies Kid 17/2, C&D winner. 25/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at this course (6f) 7 days ago, merely closing up late. Visor back on. C&D winner in November but patchy form since and type who needs things to drop right.
5	5 (5) (17/2 -70%) Araifjan	8.5 17/2(-70%)	(5) Araifjan 17/2, Four-time course winner. Creditable second of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 9/1) 11 days ago. Can make presence felt. Has won over this trip on turf but all AW victories have been over further.
9	9 (9) (12/1 -100%) Munificent	12 12/1(-100%)	(9) Munificent 12/1, Winner at Wolverhampton (5f) in September. 3/1, creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5f) 17 days ago. Triple AW winner at Wolverhampton and ran well there last time; draw here a bit of a worry.
6	6 (6) (50/1 -355%) Wedgewood	50 50/1(-355%)	(6) Wedgewood 50/1, Completed a 5f Wolverhampton hat-trick last spring but has struggled since, finishing last of 8 at Wolverhampton 17 days ago. Triple 5f winner at Wolverhampton last spring but soundly beaten on last two starts.

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A few with chances, so only a tentative vote can go to DARK SIDE PRINCE. Jessica Macey's gelding struggled last time out, but he drops in class and is now 4lb below his last winning mark. Stall one ought to work in his favour too and it would come as no surprise were he to return to form. Cabeza De Llave did well to come from off the pace to win here 20 days ago, while Araifjan must also be taken seriously.

If CABEZA DE LLAVE is in the same form as when scoring here 3 weeks ago a 3 lb rise may not stop him. Araifjan has gained his 4 course wins over 6f but he is effective at the minimum trip and is second choice ahead of the reliable Mehmo.

This can go to DARK SIDE PRINCE, who was below form in a tongue-tie last time and that equipment is now left off.

18:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:30 Chelmsford Stakes (Class 5) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (11/8 +15%) Magical Hope	1.375 11/8(+15%)	(4) Magical Hope 11/8, Frankel filly. Dam smart 11f-14.5f winner who stayed 15.4f. From great family and of obvious interest for top yard who have had a number of winning newcomers again this year. First foal of a 1m3f-14.5f winner; yard in fine form and big debut run wouldn't surprise.
3	3 (3) (7/4 +22%) Cocktail Dress	1.75 7/4(+22%)	(3) Cocktail Dress 7/4, Half-sister to fairly useful 7f winner Counsel, from good family. Easy to back, head second of 6 in maiden at this course (7f, 9/2) on return 7 weeks ago. Open to further improvement. Fair sort who ran well after a five-month break last week; should be suited by a mile.
7	7 (7) (9/2 -80%) Orchard Keeper	4.5 9/2(-80%)	(7) Orchard Keeper 9/2, Promising individual. 4/1, much improved when second of 9 in maiden at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 23 days ago, caught further back than ideal. That race is working out and she can progress further. Leading claims. Improved on debut form when second at Wolverhampton last time; should run well.
5	5 (5) (11/1 +21%) Moonlight Express	11 11/1(+21%)	(5) Moonlight Express 11/1, 85,000 gns yearling. Half-sister to several winners, including winners up to 1¼m Coase and Cloudlam. Tongue strap on, sixth of 9 in maiden at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 18/1) on debut 23 days ago, having hopeless task from position. Can do better. Showed ability on debut, despite greenness, but may be more a handicap project.
6	6 (6) (16/1 -60%) More Than A Feelin	16 16/1(-60%)	(6) More Than A Feelin 16/1, €55,000 yearling, Sea The Stars filly. Dam unraced half-sister to very smart 6f winner Lightning Moon. 9/4 fav, fourth of 8 in maiden at Newcastle (8f) on debut 21 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Open to improvement. Shaped well over this trip on debut; should improve but more a handicap project.
1	1 (1) (150/1 -200%) Adelabella	150 150/1(-200%)	(1) Adelabella 150/1, Mukhadram filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 6f winner Valpolicella and 6f winner Grand Cru Gaga. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 6f winner Chocoya. Has winners in her pedigree but trainer not noted for debut winners.
2	2 (2) (200/1 -300%) Baby Belle	200 200/1(-300%)	(2) Baby Belle 200/1, Twice-raced maiden. 250/1, fifth of 7 in maiden at Kempton (8f) 15 days ago, missing break. No appeal in this company. No more than a hint of ability in two starts and best watched this time.

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Cocktail Dress kept on powerfully when narrowly denied over 7f here last week and she is likely to mount a serious challenge now sent over the mile. However, there has been no stopping Charlie Appleby of late and his newcomer MAGICAL HOPE gets the nod. Bred in the purple, she is likely to thrive over further in time but this looks a good starting point. More Than A Feelin shaped with promise on her debut and is noted too.

The well-bred MAGICAL HOPE is taken to make a successful start. Orchard Keeper is a big player after her much-improved showing at Wolverhampton, while Cocktail Dress just failed on her return here last week having been easy to back and can progress further up in trip.

Magical Hope is a fascinating newcomer but this can go to ORCHARD KEEPER, who showed improved form last time. There's more to come.

18:30 Chelmsford Stakes (Class 5) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (6/4 +55%) Ivasecret	1.5 6/4(+55%)	(1) Ivasecret 6/4, Attracted support and took advantage of much-reduced mark on third start for Ian Williams when winning 9-runner handicap (15/2) at Kempton (1m) 8 days ago, travelling fluently and leading final 1f. Respected under a penalty. Broke losing run on first start at a mile last time; penalty to carry but could do better.
4	4 (4) (4/1 -33%) Monkmoor Pip	4 4/1(-33%)	(4) Monkmoor Pip 4/1, Blinkered for 1st time, got back on track when third of 10 in handicap (28/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 23 days ago. Booking of Murphy a plus and down to a handy mark if backing that up here. Back to form when close third at Wolverhampton last time; player with Oisin Murphy up.
2	2 (2) (6/1 -33%) Lunarscape	6 6/1(-33%)	(2) Lunarscape 6/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Creditable second of 5 in handicap at this C&D (11/2) 20 days ago, conceding first run. Cheekpieces back on. Merits consideration. Yet to win a handicap or on AW but creditable effort over C&D last time.
7	7 (7) (13/2 -63%) Roscioli	6.5 13/2(-63%)	(7) Roscioli 13/2, Creditable third of 12 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 5/1) 50 days ago, clear of rest. Player in this grade if he can back that up now. Ordinary strike-rate but ran well last time and Rossa Ryan now takes over; claims.
3	3 (3) (9/1 -50%) Dion Baker	9 9/1(-50%)	(3) Dion Baker 9/1, One win from 29 Flat runs. 4/1, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 17 days ago. Others more persuasive. Moderate strike-rate but running respectably over 7f of late; won't mind return to a mile.
6	6 (6) (16/1 -60%) Give A Little Back	16 16/1(-60%)	(6) Give A Little Back 16/1, One win from 25 Flat runs. 11/1, last of 9 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 14 days ago, slowly away. Blinkers back on. Patchy form since sole success and, although Hollie Doyle again rides, she's best watched.
5	5 (5) (20/1 -100%) Venetian	20 20/1(-100%)	(5) Venetian 20/1, Irish raider. Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. Seventh of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (7f, 50/1) 29 days ago, not clear run 2f out and running on. Worth noting if the market speaks in his favour. Turf/AW winner in 2022 but not scored since; return to a mile should suit but more to do.
8	8 (8) (25/1 -25%) Point Of Fact	25 25/1(-25%)	(8) Point Of Fact 25/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Possibly needed the run on back of 4 months off when sixth of 8 in handicap (14/1) at this course (10f) 7 days ago. Wouldn't be sure to take a step forward from that effort, however. Flat winner in France; disappointing in Britain and needs to raise game if he's to win.

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Stepping up to a mile was a key factor in an improved effort from IVASECRET when the gelding comfortably landed a class 5 handicap at Kempton last week and, given he has won off much higher marks in the past, a 5lb penalty might not be enough to prevent him following up here. Roscioli can also figure if building on his recent near-miss at the same venue, while Lunarscape is also respected.

It could be worth siding with the penalised IVASECRET, who found the return to this trip firmly in his favour when running out a good winner at Kempton 8 days ago and he remains with plenty of scope from a handicapping perspective on old form. Monkmoor Pip following a good run at Wolverhampton/re-united with Oisin Murphy rates the lead danger, ahead of Lunarscape.

The step up to this trip enabled IVASECRET to break a losing run last time and he can follow up under his penalty.

19:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (6/4 +33%) Captain Wentworth	1.5 6/4(+33%)	(2) Captain Wentworth 6/4, 14/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 27 days ago, nearest finish. Merits consideration now back at 7f in his bid for a maiden success. Two best efforts have been here and has been shaping as though return to 7f could suit.
3	3 (3) (7/2 +13%) Ballybaymoonshiner	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(3) Ballybaymoonshiner 7/2, Winner over 7f at Kempton in January. 5/1, respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 22 days ago. In the mix reverted in trip. Things in favour when winning on penultimate start; below that level over a mile last time.
8	8 (8) (7/2 +22%) United Force	3.5 7/2(+22%)	(8) United Force 7/2, It's now 12 runs since last win in 2023 but he arrives in good nick, sixth of 11 in minor event (15/2) at Lingfield (8f, AW) 10 days ago. Has to be taken seriously back in handicap company. Won over 7f on soft last spring; mainly disappointing since and plenty on back in handicap.
7	7 (7) (5/1 -25%) Doves Of Peace	5 5/1(-25%)	(7) Doves Of Peace 5/1, 7/2, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 20 days ago. Can give another good account. Yet to win but hard to fault on the score of consistency; won't mind the return to 7f.
1	1 (1) (11/1 -83%) Hersilia	11 11/1(-83%)	(1) Hersilia 11/1, Ninth of 10 in handicap (5/2) at Lingfield (7f, AW). Off 114 days. First run for yard after leaving Charles Hills with more needed. Maiden; inconsistent for Charles Hills but on a fair mark and can't rule out for new yard.
4	4 (4) (25/1 -178%) Amber Dew	25 25/1(-178%)	(4) Amber Dew 25/1, Latest win at Southwell in January. 9/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 14 days ago so needs to bounce back. Broke losing run in January but hasn't matched that in two runs since; bit to prove.
9	9 (9) (40/1 -100%) Overland	40 40/1(-100%)	(9) Overland 40/1, Poor maiden who wasn't discredited when fifth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 12 days ago. One for the shortlist. Low-grade maiden; may be suited by the drop back in trip but needs to raise game.
6	6 (6) (100/1 -614%) Rumailah	100 100/1(-614%)	(6) Rumailah 100/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Tenth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 100/1) 12 days ago. More required on her polytrack debut. Promise at ordinary level on debut in 2022 but lightly raced and not shown much since.

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The handicapper has given the consistent DOVES OF PEACE a chance despite him finishing third in six of his last eight starts. With track and trip both ideal, the Michael Bell-trained gelding holds a strong chance of gaining a first career success. Ballybaymoonshiner won over 7f at Kempton two starts ago and commands respect, while Captain Wentworth can also figure back over this trip.

A tight-knit handicap in which marginal preference is for UNITED FORCE who reverts to handicap company on a handy-looking mark and can end a lengthy losing sequence. Captain Wentworth is feared most now reverted to his optimum distance ahead of in-form pair Ballybaymoonshiner and Doves Of Peace.

Doves Of Peace is a player but he's yet to win and preference is for CAPTAIN WENTWORTH, who should be suited by the return to 7f.

19:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
7	7 (7) (11/4 +17%) Viewfromthestars	2.75 11/4(+17%)	(7) Viewfromthestars 11/4, Remains a maiden after 26 Flat runs but went very close over C&D in January. Respectable fifth of 9 in similar back here 4 weeks ago. Respected. Fully exposed maiden who has place claims on the pick of his form.
3	3 (3) (11/4 -57%) Q Twenty Boy	2.75 11/4(-57%)	(3) Q Twenty Boy 11/4, C&D winner. Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. 11/4, good second of 8 in handicap back there (6f) 10 days ago. Expected to be bang there. C&D winner; ran up to best at Wolverhampton last week and has a good chance at the weights.
6	6 (6) (9/2 +10%) Universal Grace	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(6) Universal Grace 9/2, Course winner. One win from 22 Flat runs. Creditable second of 7 in classified event over C&D 7 days ago. Infrequent winner but ran well over C&D last week & a reproduction would give her a chance.
8	8 (8) (13/2 +35%) Wrath Of Hector	6.5 13/2(+35%)	(8) Wrath Of Hector 13/2, Modest gelding. Twenty one runs since last win in 2022. Respectable fourth of 10 in classified event at Southwell (7f, 9/1) 24 days ago. Not won since summer 2022 and he has something to find at these weights.
1	1 (1) (13/2 -44%) Admirable Lad	6.5 13/2(-44%)	(1) Admirable Lad 13/2, C&D winner. Latest win at Kempton in January. Respectable third of 13 in classified event (25/1) at Kempton (7f) 8 days ago, conceding first run. Broke losing run at Kempton in January and has run respectably since; player back at 6f.
5	5 (5) (10/1 +17%) Sumac	10 10/1(+17%)	(5) Sumac 10/1, Remains a maiden after 18 starts. Bit below form seventh of 13 in classified event (18/1) at Kempton (7f) 8 days ago. Below best last time but claims on form of penultimate start and could get run of race.
4	4 (4) (16/1 -100%) Red Alert	16 16/1(-100%)	(4) Red Alert 16/1, C&D winner. 33/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6f) on reappearance 31 days ago, always behind after missing the break. C&D winner in 2017; mainly below best since last summer and has plenty to prove.

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Q TWENTY BOY's last appearance in a classified event saw him victorious at Wolverhampton last month and the nine-year-old makes plenty of appeal based on his recent second at the same venue in handicap company. Admirable Lad has been in mostly consistent form since the beginning of the year and is expected to be competitive once again, while Viewfromthestars is capable of going close.

Q TWENTY BOY has been in pretty good form since the autumn and might be good for another win here. The chief threat may come from stablemate Viewfromthestars. Universal Grace and Admirable Lad are others likely to be on the premises.

A chance is taken with SUMAC, who could get the run of the race from his low draw and is taken to beat Q Twenty Boy.

20:00 Chelmsford Stakes (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (10/3 +5%) Marion's Boy	3.333333 10/3(+5%)	(1) Marion's Boy 10/3, Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. 6/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW), merely closing up late. Off 125 days. On a long losing run but worth a market check after a break. Not won for a while and below best when last seen but on a good mark and down in grade.
9	9 (9) (7/2 +30%) Platinum Prince	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(9) Platinum Prince 7/2, Unreliable individual. Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 7/2, respectable fifth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (12f, AW) 60 days ago, slowly away. Visor back on. Not dismissed. Dual turf and dual AW winner; not totally disgraced over 1m4f last time but more needed.
6	6 (6) (7/2 +0%) Hotspur Harry	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(6) Hotspur Harry 7/2, Unreliable sort. Two wins from 41 Flat runs. Eighteen runs since last win in 2022. Good second of 8 in handicap at this C&D (5/2) 7 days ago, left with too much to do. Chance on old form. Has had plenty of chances since last win in 2022 but did run well over C&D last week.
4	4 (4) (5/1 +17%) Twilight Guest	5 5/1(+17%)	(4) Twilight Guest 5/1, 8/1, creditable fourth of 13 in handicap at this C&D. Off 140 days. Shortlist material for all that he might strip fitter for the run. Yet to win a race but has run well on all AW starts and should give another good account.
5	5 (5) (8/1 -23%) Curtiz	8 8/1(-23%)	(5) Curtiz 8/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in January. 6/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at this C&D 14 days ago. Could get back on track. Won over C&D on penultimate start but failed to reproduce that form here last time.
10	10 (10) (9/1 -64%) Mr Trick	9 9/1(-64%)	(10) Mr Trick 9/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in December. 12/1, creditable third of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 10 days ago. Can give another good account. Won over C&D in December and bit better than bare facts of last run at Wolverhampton.
7	7 (7) (16/1 -60%) Portoro	16 16/1(-60%)	(7) Portoro 16/1, Eighth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 8/1), finding little. Off 115 days. Only win so far came on turf; has had a wind op but looks high enough in the weights.
3	3 (3) (22/1 -57%) Nasim	22 22/1(-57%)	(3) Nasim 22/1, Course winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. 8/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 26 days ago. Back up in trip. Others make more appeal. Patchy form since last win over a year ago; needs to better latest efforts if he's to win.
2	2 (2) (80/1 -186%) Oyamal	80 80/1(-186%)	(2) Oyamal 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 50/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, fourth of 6 in maiden at Yarmouth (10.1f, good to firm), unable to sustain effort. Off 6 months. Others make more appeal. Unexposed; has shown ability on turf/AW over this trip; off since August but can do better.
8	8 (8) (125/1 -150%) Bubblecraft	125 125/1(-150%)	(8) Bubblecraft 125/1, 80/1, last of 6 in handicap at Southwell (16.5f) 24 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Ex-French; not shown much so far for this yard but tongue-tie on and market to guide.

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Hotspur Harry arrives here 2lb well-in following his C&D second last week when he was well supported. Robert Eddery's gelding is likely to go well once again, but he may play second fiddle to MR TRICK. A winner here off 1lb lower in December, he took a step back in the right direction when third at Wolverhampton latest and it would be no surprise to see him get back to winning ways. Curtiz and Twilight Guest are also noted.

HOTSPUR HARRY isn't entirely straightforward but he attracted support and shaped well over C&D a week ago and is worth a chance to go one better from a reduced mark. Mr Trick is in good order and looks a danger, while Twilight Guest could feature if he's ready to go after 4 months off.

There are a few to consider but it could be going with MARION'S BOY, who is on a good mark, is down in grade and gets Rossa Ryan.

20:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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