1 Friday 30th June 2023 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

Tomform Friday 30th June 2023

There were 49 Races on Friday 30th June 2023 across 7 meetings. There was 7 races at Yarmouth, 6 races at Cartmel, 7 races at Curragh, 7 races at Doncaster, 7 races at Newmarket, 8 races at Newcastle, 7 races at Chester, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Friday 30th June 2023

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

13:35 Doncaster Stakes (Class 5) 10f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (1.75/1 +22%) Intergalacticat	1.75 1.75/1(+22%)	(3) Intergalacticat 1.75/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 5/1, very good third of 6 in handicap at Yarmouth (10.1f, soft) 66 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and should go close if the new headgear helps eke out a bit more. Gelded and improved to finish third at Yarmouth last time; form boosted; cheekpieces on.
2	2 2nd (2) (2.75/1 +39%) Ala Kaifi	2.75 2.75/1(+39%)	(2) Ala Kaifi 2.75/1, Twice-raced maiden. 10/1, fourth of 5 in minor event at Chepstow (12f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Should make his presence felt. Similar level of form in first two starts; can't be dismissed in this field.
3	5 3rd (5) (10/1 -150%) Timely Escape	10 10/1(-150%)	(5) Timely Escape 10/1, Twice-raced maiden. Fourth of 12 in minor event at Lingfield (7f, AW, 40/1) 20 days ago, well positioned. Significantly up in trip/hood enlisted and he needs to raise his game. Fourth on second start; up 3f in trip for turf debut; contender if stepping up again.
4	1 4th (1) (1.88/1 -15%) Whispering Royal	1.88 1.88/1(-15%)	(1) Whispering Royal 1.88/1, Won 14-runner maiden (11/2) at Dundalk (8f) on sole start at 2 yrs for Barry Fitzgerald. Open to improvement now upped in trip on debut for new yard. Landed a gamble for another yard at Dundalk last November; completely unexposed.
5th	4 5th (4) (50/1 +24%) Kitten's Bay	50 50/1(+24%)	(4) Kitten's Bay 50/1, Twice-raced maiden. 80/1, seventh of 8 in minor event at Thirsk (8f, good) 25 days ago. Hopes pinned on this step up in trip sparking significant improvement. Beaten a long way in two Thirsk maidens; plenty more needed.

LTO Selection:

WHISPERING ROYAL didn't allow inexperience to get the better of him when he made a winning start to his career at Dundalk back in November and having swapped hands for 75,000gns shortly after, this represents a good opportunity for him to enhance his profile on debut for Alan King. His pedigree suggests the additional yardage is within his compass and another big run is expected. Ala Kaifi rates as the chief danger, although Timely Escape can improve now tried in a hood.

It probably wasn't the strongest of maidens that WHISPERING ROYAL landed on his sole 2-y-o start at Dundalk but it was a promising introduction nonetheless. He is likely to benefit from this step up in trip and is taken to maintain his unbeaten status on debut for new connections. Intergalacticat took a step forward when third in a Yarmouth handicap in April and will be a big threat if responding well to the first-time cheekpieces, while Ala Kaifi should also have a part to play.

Preference is for INTERGALACTICAT who improved to finish third at Yarmouth last time. That form has received a couple of boosts since.

13:35 Doncaster Stakes (Class 5) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:45 Yarmouth Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (50/1 -100%) Good Humor	50 50/1(-100%)	(7) Good Humor 50/1, One win from 24 Flat runs. 12/1, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 36 days ago. Visor on 1st time and, in all probability, he'll again find a few too good. Always in rear on AW last month and remains without a win since October 2021.
2	2 2nd (2) (9/1 -29%) Girl Inthe Picture	9 9/1(-29%)	(2) Girl Inthe Picture 9/1, 1/4, beaten in a match at Brighton (8f, firm) 21 days ago. However, that race may have come too soon and better can be expected here with blinkers refitted. Beaten in a match race last time but last month's C&D second makes her a big player.
3	3 3rd (3) (3/1 +25%) Free Step	3 3/1(+25%)	(3) Free Step 3/1, C&D winner in May. Fourth of 6 in handicap back here (good to firm, 3/1) 16 days ago. Needs to raise her game a touch if she's to resume winning ways. Slightly disappointing last time but won over C&D on seasonal/stable debut.
4	5 4th (5) (1.25/1 +0%) Embarked	1.25 1.25/1(+0%)	(5) Embarked 1.25/1, First run since leaving Jamie Richards when fourth of 15 in handicap (10/3) at Doncaster (7f, firm) 12 days ago. Likely to benefit from the return to this trip and he makes plenty of appeal. Back in Britain with good fourth at Doncaster (7f); good chance if stamina holds out here.
5th	6 5th (6) (18/1 -13%) El Royale	18 18/1(-13%)	(6) El Royale 18/1, Seventh of 9 in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, soft, 11/2) 10 days ago. Readily passed over in current form. Nine-race maiden who has shown his best form on AW surfaces; others appeal more.
6th	1 6th (1) (50/1 +67%) Stepmother	50 50/1(+67%)	(1) Stepmother 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eighth of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW, 150/1) 18 days ago. Best to look elsewhere. Well beaten on all three starts for new stable this year; has too much to prove.
7th	8 7th (8) (8.5/1 +47%) Arlo's Sunshine	8.5 8.5/1(+47%)	(8) Arlo's Sunshine 8.5/1, C&D winner in April. Seventh of 10 in handicap (3/1) back here (good to firm) 29 days ago, not ideally placed. Others more persuasive from a win point of view. C&D winner this spring but didn't fire last time and others in this line-up look stronger.
8th	4 8th (4) (5/1 -11%) Red Evelyn	5 5/1(-11%)	(4) Red Evelyn 5/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in March. 10/3, first run since leaving Simon Pearce when creditable third of 9 in handicap at Chepstow (8.1f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Looks competitive on form. Dual AW winner in early part of year and good third on recent stable debut at Chepstow.

LTO Selection:

Switching from a hood to a visor might prompt improvement from Good Humor and he could provide a bit of value for a place in the frame if all eight stand their ground. Embarked and Girl Inthe Picture also have sound claims on the pick of their form but preference is for RED EVELYN, who wasn't beaten far over this trip at Chepstow on her debut for John Butler a fortnight ago. Off the same mark, she shades preference.

Though EMBARKED ultimately failed to land a gamble on his first start since rejoining this yard at Doncaster, it was a highly encouraging effort nonetheless and, with the return to this trip likely to be in his favour, he rates a confident selection. Red Evelyn gets the nod for forecast purposes ahead of Free Step and Girl Inthe Picture.

Back in Britain with a close fourth in a stronger race than this 12 days ago, EMBARKED is 3lb ahead of the handicapper here.

13:45 Yarmouth Handicap (Class 6) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:55 Cartmel Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (3/1 +45%) Calevade	3 3/1(+45%)	(9) Calevade 3/1, Flat winner who stepped up on his previous efforts in this sphere when accounting for 10 rivals in a C&D selling handicap (good) last time. More on his plate up 5 lb but he could have more to offer as a hurdler on what will be just his fifth start in this sphere. Burst back into form with C&D selling win last month; claims again off 5lb higher.
2	13 2nd (13) (18/1 -50%) Mi Sueno	18 18/1(-50%)	(13) Mi Sueno 18/1, Showed a bit more than previously for this yard when fifth of 15 at Roscommon (16.2f, good to soft) last time but even that form leaves him short of what will be required here. Unplaced all nine Irish starts; has shown ability but improvement needed.
3	10 3rd (10) (11/1 +31%) Iolani	11 11/1(+31%)	(10) Iolani 11/1, Went close to snapping his long losing run at Carlisle in February but has failed to fire both subsequent starts in this sphere. Others preferred. Tailed off over 2m6f here last month and well held on the Flat since; doubts for now.
4	6 4th (6) (12/1 -243%) A Cheap Thrill	12 12/1(-243%)	(6) A Cheap Thrill 12/1, Yet to be placed, let alone win, from 14 starts overall, in this sphere and over fences. Needs a second look in the betting given the shrewd Irish yard that he represents but this 6-y-o is hard to warm to based on his racecourse exploits to date. Very moderate Irish maiden but represents a very capable stable.
5th	5 5th (5) (3.5/1 +30%) Prime Time Lady	3.5 3.5/1(+30%)	(5) Prime Time Lady 3.5/1, Exuberant sort who was improved when scoring twice over hurdles last May, including over this C&D. Best effort since when hitting the crossbar at Warwick (2m, good) last time and, still on an attractive mark up 2 lb, she has to enter calculations. Back to form with second to subsequent winner at Warwick; good chance.
6th	8 6th (8) (11/1 -38%) Rhodia	11 11/1(-38%)	(8) Rhodia 11/1, Runner-up twice from 4 starts in bumpers and, though yet to reach the same level over hurdles, he has shown clear signs of ability in a trio of novice events. Improvement may well be forthcoming now pitched into a handicap and he's one to consider. Has shown enough in three hurdle starts to make some appeal on handicap debut.
7th	3 7th (3) (4/1 +20%) Zamond	4 4/1(+20%)	(3) Zamond 4/1, Successful over C&D on sole previous visit here last summer and added to his tally at Doncaster in December. Fine second in a Class 2 Musselburgh handicap last time and leading claims back at this course with James King booked. C&D winner; ran well when last seen in March; top amateur J King booked.
8th	7 8th (7) (16/1 +0%) Cuzco Du Mathan	16 16/1(+0%)	(7) Cuzco Du Mathan 16/1, Fairly useful hurdler/chaser in France but hasn't shown much in a handful of appearances for present yard, again safely held tried in cheekpieces (retained) over this C&D last time. Shaped with some promise over C&D last month; not discounted.
9th	2 9th (2) (150/1 -127%) Wicklow Flyer	150 150/1(-127%)	(2) Wicklow Flyer 150/1, Winner of a Bellewstown claimer on final start for Gordon Elliott last August but she has offered precious little since, including both starts for new connections. No form since Irish win last August; tailed off both stable starts.
10th	1 10th (1) (11/1 +31%) Palm Beach	11 11/1(+31%)	(1) Palm Beach 11/1, Hasn't made much of an impact in handicaps for this yard and while his mark continues to ease, he didn't show any signs of an imminent revival here at the end of last month. Fair effort two starts ago but well beaten here since; looks to need further.
11th	4 11th (4) (22/1 -100%) Demi Sang	22 22/1(-100%)	(4) Demi Sang 22/1, Scored twice for this yard during 2021/22 campaign but not at the same level in 2 starts for MickyHammond over C&D last June. Given a chance by the handicapper (now 4 lb below last winning mark) and will be a threat if the return to the Sara Ender yard has a positive effect. First start for a year; was 2-5 for this trainer in 2021-22.
12th	12 12th (12) (16/1 +43%) For Three	16 16/1(+43%)	(12) For Three 16/1, Successful twice for James Ewart in summer of 2021. Best effort since joining this yard when third of 14 at Southwell (2m, good to soft) in April. Not in the same form next time, though, and others make more appeal for win purposes. Ran well when third two outings ago but well beaten latest.
13th	11 13th (11) (28/1 -100%) Wee Jerry	28 28/1(-100%)	(11) Wee Jerry 28/1, Produced one of his better efforts when fifth of 12 at Downpatrick (17.3f, good) recently but this Irish raider will need to take a sizeable step forward in order to open his account here. Maiden; one of his better efforts latest; can make the running.

LTO Selection:

A maximum field head to post for the opener where last month's C&D winner CALEVADE is tipped to make it a perfect 2-2 this season. Judging by his starting price of 12/1,Ben Haslam's grey gelding appeared to surprise a few on that occasion but the manner of his success proved there was no fluke about it and a 5lb rise may not be enough to halt him. Prime Time Lady has won and finished second on both starts at this track and could be the biggest threat, along with Zamond, who last seen finished runner-up at Musselburgh in March.

RHODIA hasn't pulled up any trees in a handful of novice events in this sphere but is appealing now making the switch to handicap company off what, judged on his bumper form, is a potentially handy opening mark. With James King booked, Zamond is a big danger given the strength of his latest effort at Musselburgh and the fact that he was a C&D winner on his sole previous start here. Fellow C&D winners Prime Time Lady and Calevade are also feared, in that order of preference.

Several to consider but C&D winner ZAMOND has plenty going for him.

13:55 Cartmel Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:10 Doncaster Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (33/1 -65%) Golden Duke	33 33/1(-65%)	(6) Golden Duke 33/1, 50/1, last of 7 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, soft) 10 days ago. Not easy to make a case for. 1lb above last winning mark and could take a step forward on this third start back.
2	13 2nd (13) (3.5/1 +42%) Okeanos	3.5 3.5/1(+42%)	(13) Okeanos 3.5/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in April. 4/1, very good second of 8 in handicap at Redcar (7f, good to firm) 7 days ago. Another bold showing is on the cards off an unchanged mark. Beaten a head on turf debut a week ago; strongly run race over 6f may suit him.
3	1 3rd (1) (6/1 +63%) Beauty Choice	6 6/1(+63%)	(1) Beauty Choice 6/1, 10/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm) 3 days ago, not much room. Visor on 1st time and not ruled out. Quiet in three runs for this yard; drop in trip may help but has to bounce back; visor on.
4	10 4th (10) (8.5/1 -240%) Brazen Idol	8.5 8.5/1(-240%)	(10) Brazen Idol 8.5/1, Creditable second of 10 in handicap (5/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f). Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving Simon Pearce and not discounted. Four-time winner for Simon Pearce last year; stable debut after 194 days off; watch market.
5th	7 5th (7) (22/1 -83%) Dandy Spirit	22 22/1(-83%)	(7) Dandy Spirit 22/1, 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win at Nottingham in May. 4/1, only sixth of 9 in handicap at Wetherby (5.5f, good to firm) 45 days ago. Sort to bounce back. Held in his hat-trick bid at Wetherby last time; needs to resume progress from 1lb lower.
6th	9 6th (9) (5.5/1 +21%) Captain Vallo	5.5 5.5/1(+21%)	(9) Captain Vallo 5.5/1, Good 2¼ lengths third of 13 to Barney's Bay in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good, 15/2) 25 days ago, first home in his group. Not taken lightly. Third behind Barney's Bay on his Thirsk return and 3lb better off; should finish closer.
7th	11 7th (11) (22/1 -83%) Jupiter Express	22 22/1(-83%)	(11) Jupiter Express 22/1, 16/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Has work to do. 0-19 on turf and hasn't shown enough since returning to grass to make him interesting.
8th	3 8th (3) (6/1 +33%) Asadjumeirah	6 6/1(+33%)	(3) Asadjumeirah 6/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2022. Respectable third of 7 in handicap (13/2) at Haydock (6f, good to firm) 21 days ago. Merits consideration. Continues to edge down the weights, but losing run now 18; may find a few too strong again.
9th	5 9th (5) (5.5/1 +21%) Barney's Bay	5.5 5.5/1(+21%)	(5) Barney's Bay 5.5/1, Latest win at Thirsk in June. Creditable third of 7 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, soft, 4/1) 10 days ago. Can give another good account. Running well lately including a Thirsk success; acts on most ground; shouldn't be far away.
10th	8 10th (8) (28/1 +44%) Thismydream	28 28/1(+44%)	(8) Thismydream 28/1, One win from 29 Flat runs. Respectable fifth of 9 in handicap (28/1) at Sandown (5f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Twice held since returning to turf; does stay this far, but a record of 1-29 is a concern.
11th	12 11th (12) (12/1 +33%) Foreseeable Future	12 12/1(+33%)	(12) Foreseeable Future 12/1, 2 wins from 6 runs this year. 9/4, good third of 5 in handicap at Leicester (5f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Back up in trip. Can make his presence felt. Won twice last month; in frame three times since, albeit well held at Leicester last time.
12th	4 12th (4) (40/1 +20%) Captain's Bar	40 40/1(+20%)	(4) Captain's Bar 40/1, Only ninth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 80/1). Off 7 months with work to do. Record fresh suggests this first start in seven months may be needed.
13th	2 13th (2) (14/1 -100%) Crypto Quest	14 14/1(-100%)	(2) Crypto Quest 14/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in June. 14/1, respectable sixth of 10 in handicap at Pontefract (6f, good to firm) 18 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up. Record over C&D reads 221; held at Pontefract last time but considered back here.

LTO Selection:

BEAUTY CHOICE is back on a winning mark and may be worth chancing in a wide-open sprint handicap. The drop back in distance is ideal for the six-year-old and it would come as no surprise to see an improved effort now a visor is tried. Okeanos, who is unexposed at the trip, is also taken seriously given he is officially 2lb well-in. Brazen Idol, Asadjumeirah and Barney's Bay warrant betting checks too.

Lots with chances. OKEANOS posted a very good second on his turf debut at Redcar a week ago and can race off the same mark here so edges the vote at the chief expense of Captain Vallo who came home first in his group when third at Thirsk last time. Foreseeable Future is another who can have a big say in his bid for a third win of 2023.

The vote goes to OKEANOS, already due a 2lb rise for a narrow defeat on turf debut at Redcar last time. A well-run 6f may suit him.

14:10 Doncaster Handicap (Class 5) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:20 Yarmouth Stakes (Class 5) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (16/1 -33%) See All Match	16 16/1(-33%)	(4) See All Match 16/1, Foaled April 20. €37,000 yearling, Acclamation gelding. Half-brother to winner abroad by Free Eagle. Dam, maiden (stayed 1¼m), half-sister to very smart winner up to 1½m Redwood. Wears tongue strap. Not overly appealing on paper, already gelded and kicks off in a tongue-tie.
1	5 1st (5) (2/1 +33%) Straight A	2 2/1(+33%)	(5) Straight A 2/1, Foaled April 8. Aclaim colt. Dam 7f winner.16/1, fifth of 10 in maiden at Leicester (6f, good) on debut 31 days ago. Should improve. Not ideally positioned before producing good late work to finish in midfield at Leicester.
2	3 2nd (3) (14/1 +50%) Different Breed	14 14/1(+50%)	(3) Different Breed 14/1, Foaled April 11. 13,000 gns yearling, Estidhkaar colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 2-y-o 5f-6f winner Charlie Fellowes. Dam French 9f winner. Fifth of 8 in maiden at Lingfield (5f, good to firm, 25/1) on debut 18 days ago. Up in trip. 25-1 when a 5l fifth of eight runners at Lingfield; needs to step up plenty on that form.
3	1 3rd (1) (0.83/1 -89%) Swordplay	0.83 0.83/1(-89%)	(1) Swordplay 0.83/1, Promising sort. 1 win from 2 runs this year. 4/9, won 5-runner minor event at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 22 days ago, comfortably. Chance is there for all to see. Penalised for winning an ordinary race but this also has little depth to it.
4	6 4th (6) (16/1 +27%) Without Flaw	16 16/1(+27%)	(6) Without Flaw 16/1, Twice-raced maiden. 20/1, better effort when seventh of 12 in minor event at Lingfield (6f, AW) 11 days ago. Needs another step forward. They all finished in a heap at Lingfield and the form looks nothing special.
5th	2 5th (2) (14/1 +58%) Cogsworth	14 14/1(+58%)	(2) Cogsworth 14/1, Foaled January 25. 25,000 gns foal, 25,000 gns 2-y-o, Time Test colt. Dam unraced half-sister to useful winner up to 1m (stayed 1¼m) Dubara. 25,000gns 2yo; fourth foal; dam unraced half-sister to US 8.5f stakes winner Dubara.
6th	7 6th (7) (80/1 -60%) Fillide Melandroni	80 80/1(-60%)	(7) Fillide Melandroni 80/1, Foaled April 16. €15,000 yearling, Caravaggio filly. Half-sister to several winners, including smart 6f/7f winner Mr Win and smart 6f winner George Bowen, both smart. Dam maiden. 12/1, seventh of 10 in maiden at Windsor (5.1f, good to firm) on debut 11 days ago. Hooded for 1st time. Never really involved after missing the break at Windsor (5f, good) and now goes in a hood.

LTO Selection:

SWORDPLAY's comfortable breakthrough success at Hamilton stamped him as a promising juvenile and the son of Kodiac can go in again, despite having a penalty to carry. Straight A, who was doing his best work at the finish on debut in a good race at Leicester, rates as the biggest threat to the selection, although Cogsworth won't need to be out of the ordinary to have a say on his introduction.

SWORDPLAY has been found an excellent opportunity to follow up his Hamilton success under a penalty. Straight A has about 10 lb to find with the selection, but can be expected to take a step forward from his encouraging debut. See All Match is the more interesting newcomer.

Harry Eustace's STRAIGHT A ran a promising first race at Leicester behind last week's Chesham third and is preferred to Swordplay.

14:20 Yarmouth Stakes (Class 5) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:30 Cartmel Handicap Chase (Class 4) 26f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (14/1 -17%) Jelski	14 14/1(-17%)	(6) Jelski 14/1, Won over hurdles at Haydock and this track (2¾m) last year. Fairly encouraging return over fences here recently and his mark is slipping all the while. Goes back up in trip. Not disgraced when last of five here last month and might come on for the run.
2	3 2nd (3) (4.5/1 +0%) Jony Max	4.5 4.5/1(+0%)	(3) Jony Max 4.5/1, Admirably consistent in 2022 and back from 6-month absence when creditable second in Norfolk National Handicap at Fakenham (29.1f, good). Brought down back over hurdles 33 days ago and capable of making his mark back chasing. Close second in last month's Norfolk National at Fakenham; high on the list here.
3	5 3rd (5) (4/1 -14%) Zumbi	4 4/1(-14%)	(5) Zumbi 4/1, Novice hurdle winner here last summer and shaped better than the distance beaten suggests on last month's chase debut here having been well supported, making his move sooner than ideal. Open to improvement and this longer trip will suit. Lots to like. Course winner over hurdles and ran well for a long way here on chase debut; new trip today.
4	4 4th (4) (9/1 +10%) Breaking The Ice	9 9/1(+10%)	(4) Breaking The Ice 9/1, Had a splendid run in 2021, winning 5 handicap chases (including over this C&D), and scored first time back at Hexham in the autumn. Probably high enough in the weights back from 6 months off this time around after wind op. Not seen since poor run in December but has a good-ground C&D win on his CV; not ruled out.
5th	2 5th (2) (4.5/1 -64%) Dee Star	4.5 4.5/1(-64%)	(2) Dee Star 4.5/1, Has run here a dozen times - mostly over staying distances - and never finished outside the frame, primed to perfection as he proved a different proposition to land a gamble in 29.4f veterans' handicap chase last month, finding plenty under this rider. Obvious chance despite career-high mark. Drew 12l clear to win over 3m5f here last month; 8lb rise asks quite a lot of him today.
6th	1 6th (1) (12/1 -20%) Western Run	12 12/1(-20%)	(1) Western Run 12/1, Point winner earlier in the year and while he's probably not the force of old he's down in class here. Dual point winner this year but hasn't shown enough since returned to racing under rules.
7th	7 7th (7) (4.5/1 +36%) Diegos Way	4.5 4.5/1(+36%)	(7) Diegos Way 4.5/1, Generally held form well since winning 3m Bangor handicap chase in October and return to this longer trip will suit. Can go well. Didn't run badly when fourth at Perth this month but needs to up his game here.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (6/1 +29%) Grange Ranger	6 6/1(+29%)	(8) Grange Ranger 6/1, Veteran who sprang a 28/1-surprise at Wetherby (extended 3m) in November but patchy form since, jumping poorly even by his standards at Hexham on Sunday in this headgear. Won off 6lb higher in the autumn but not firing on all cylinders this spring.

LTO Selection:

DEE STAR got the job done in impressive style at last month's meeting over half a mile further than this and although he's been raised 8lb as a result of that victory, he may well prove up to the task. Jimmy Moffat and Charlotte Jones have teamed up to win the last two renewals of this race and they must be respected with Zumbi this time around. Jony Max appeared beaten when brought down over hurdles at Fontwell last month but remains on attractive mark over fences.

ZUMBI made an encouraging start over fences here last month and looks sure to improve over this longer trip, so gets the vote over the admirable Dee Star, who is becoming a cult-hero at Cartmel after recording another victory (now 4 wins and 6 seconds here) last month but now finds himself on a career-high mark. Jony Max and Diegos Way are also in the mix.

Preference is for JONY MAX, who ran a big race in defeat in last month's Norfolk National on the tight left-handed track at Fakenham.

14:30 Cartmel Handicap Chase (Class 4) 26f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:45 Doncaster Stakes (Class 4) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (3.5/1 +42%) Arabic Legend	3.5 3.5/1(+42%)	(2) Arabic Legend 3.5/1, Foaled March 9. Dubawi colt. Brother to 2-y-o 7f winner Youngest. Dam, 7f-1¼m (Canadian Grade 1) winner, sister to smart winner up to 1m Lumiere. Stable’s first-timers usually worth noting. Nicely bred and well worth monitoring in the market on debut.
1	3 1st (3) (3.5/1 -100%) Bigbertiebassett	3.5 3.5/1(-100%)	(3) Bigbertiebassett 3.5/1, Foaled February 24. 60,000 gns yearling, Almanzor colt. Half-brother to several winners, including 1¼m-1½m winner My Frankel and winner up to 1¼m Main Street, both useful. 40/1, second of 10 in maiden at Newbury (6.5f, firm) on debut 23 days ago. Open to improvement. Encouraging second on Newbury debut; slightly longer trip should suit; strong claims.
2	8 2nd (8) (25/1 +75%) Novello Lad	25 25/1(+75%)	(8) Novello Lad 25/1, Foaled March 29. 70,000 gns foal, £40,000 2-y-o, Mehmas colt. Closely related to 7f winner Comedian Leader. Dam once-raced half-sister to smart 1¼m/10.5f winner Little Nightingale. Looks an unlikely winner on debut.
3	10 3rd (10) (1.38/1 +21%) Stormy Waves	1.38 1.38/1(+21%)	(10) Stormy Waves 1.38/1, Foaled January 27. 525,000 gns yearling, Dubawi colt. Dam lightly raced, half-sister to smart winner up to 1¼m Hearthstead Maison. Lots to like on paper. Stable has a fine record with 2yo newcomers; very much one to be interested in.
4	9 4th (9) (11/1 -29%) Secret Beach	11 11/1(-29%)	(9) Secret Beach 11/1, Foaled March 26. 90,000 gns Footstepsinthesand colt. Half-brother to several winners, including useful winner up to 1½m Alakhana and 1m/9f winner Persian. Dam 2-y-o 7f winner. 9/1, fourth of 8 in minor event at Nottingham (6.1f, good to firm) on debut 15 days ago. Likely to improve. Fourth on Nottingham debut 15 days ago; should improve and extra furlong likely to suit.
5th	1 5th (1) (5/1 +33%) Al Mootamarid	5 5/1(+33%)	(1) Al Mootamarid 5/1, Foaled April 22. 270,000 gns yearling, 200,000 gns 2-y-o, Kingman colt. Half-brother to several winners, including top-class winner up to 1½m Golden Horn and smart winner up to 1½m Dhahabi. Dam unraced. Wonderful pedigree; stable has won two of the last six runnings, including with a newcomer.
6th	11 6th (11) (50/1 +0%) Scarbados	50 50/1(+0%)	(11) Scarbados 50/1, Foaled May 3. €7,000 yearling, Magna Grecia filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 8.5f winner Amboseli and winner up to 15f Harmysian, both useful in France. Dam placed at 1m-10.5f in France. Pedigree suggests she has a future, but stable has very few 2yos go in first time.
7th	4 7th (4) (50/1 -100%) Dash Power	50 50/1(-100%)	(4) Dash Power 50/1, Foaled March 31. 34,000 gns foal, 110,000 gns yearling, Twilight Son colt. Dam 2-y-o 6.5f/7f winner. Last of 6 in maiden at Chepstow (6.1f, good to firm, 6/1) on debut 14 days ago. Beaten a very long way into last of six on his Chepstow debut; major improvement needed.
8th	7 8th (7) (125/1 -25%) Jesse William	125 125/1(-25%)	(7) Jesse William 125/1, Foaled February 16. 6,000 gns yearling, £15,000 2-y-o, Cable Bay colt. Half-brother to 1¼m winner Great Bedwyn. Stable not a noted source of winning 2yo newcomers.

LTO Selection:

Bigbertiebassett and Secret Beach showed promise on debut and are high on the list of those to monitor in the betting, while Dash Power was clueless on his racecourse bow but has a likeable enough pedigree to suggest he can get better in time. However, the one who appeals most for an immediate impact is the Godolphin-owned STORMY WAVES, who cost 525,000gns as a yearling and has to be of interest for a high-profile yard that has taken a very patient approach with youngsters this season.

A field of interesting newcomers and lightly-raced sorts open to improvement. STORMY WAVES stands out on paper, as a Dubawi colt who fetched a pretty packet at the yearling sales. Arabic Legend is another son of Dubawi and much respected, while Bigbertiebassett outran his odds at Newbury on debut and is the pick of those with experience.

14:45 Doncaster Stakes (Class 4) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:55 Yarmouth Handicap (Class 5) 14f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (0.73/1 +55%) Lordship	0.73 0.73/1(+55%)	(1) Lordship 0.73/1, Landed the odds without too much fuss in 5-runner novice event at Chepstow (12f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Should be a major player back in handicap company upped in trip. Back in a handicap after 1m4f Chepstow novice win a fortnight ago; likely contender.
2	2 2nd (2) (4.5/1 -50%) Miss Cynthia	4.5 4.5/1(-50%)	(2) Miss Cynthia 4.5/1, Left 2-y-o form behind over a more suitable trip when fourth of 7 in handicap at Leicester (11.8f, good to firm, 10/3) 32 days ago, well positioned. Should improve as stamina is drawn out further. Just a respectable fourth on seasonal/handicap debut but probably still has potential.
3	5 3rd (5) (18/1 +18%) Churchill Rose	18 18/1(+18%)	(5) Churchill Rose 18/1, Seventh of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, good to firm, 14/1) 20 days ago. Significantly up in trip and 4 lb out of the weights. Safely held over 1m2f on last two outings and has quite a bit to prove over new trip here.
4	4 4th (4) (11/1 -120%) Peaceful Night	11 11/1(-120%)	(4) Peaceful Night 11/1, 13/2, good second of 10 in handicap at Catterick (12.1f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Blinkers on and she's bred to stay well. Sound effort when second at Catterick (1m4f) this month; up in trip with headgear on here.
5th	3 5th (3) (4/1 -33%) Fair Dinkum	4 4/1(-33%)	(3) Fair Dinkum 4/1, Posted his best effort yet upped to this trip when chasing home an improver from the Sir Mark Prescott yard at Redcar (good to firm). Fair fourth at Sandown since, lacking a turn of foot. Second when upped to 1m6f last month and latest run was respectable; in the mix.

LTO Selection:

Going up in trip is logical for Miss Cynthia and having made a satisfactory return in a fillies-only race at Leicester, she may well go on to eclipse her opening mark of just 71. Lordship also warrants consideration back in a handicap after winning a novice with something in hand over 1m4f at Chepstow a fortnight ago. However, preference is for FAIR DINKUM, who has the more proven stamina and that can give him a vital edge at this stage.

MISS CYNTHIA represents a yard in red-hot form, and with stamina also certainly her forte, she could be the way to go upped in trip on this second handicap start. Lordship is an obvious threat, with Fair Dinkum likely to give it another good go.

Topweight LORDSHIP (nap) bumped into a dual subsequent winner on his handicap debut and has since opened his account in a novice.

14:55 Yarmouth Handicap (Class 5) 14f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:05 Cartmel Handicap Chase (Class 5) 21f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (3.5/1 +56%) Hungry Tiger	3.5 3.5/1(+56%)	(9) Hungry Tiger 3.5/1, Chase winner but campaigned over hurdles in recent times, keeping on for fifth from his reduced mark here last month. Back over the larger obstacles. Ran quite well over hurdles here last month; first chasing start since November 2021.
2	7 2nd (7) (4/1 +43%) Cash Again	4 4/1(+43%)	(7) Cash Again 4/1, Veteran and have to go back to 2021 for the last time he tasted success. Creditable third over hurdles here a month ago confirms he's still competitive, at least. Ran well over hurdles here last month; could figure back chasing and rain a help.
3	3 3rd (3) (10/1 -11%) Raecius Felix	10 10/1(-11%)	(3) Raecius Felix 10/1, All-the-way winner of handicap chases at Sedgefield and Kelso (both at around 21f) in September. Has run like a horse with issues both starts last month, though. Wind op may help in that regard. Pulled up both starts this season after a break; wind surgery since needs to have worked.
4	10 4th (10) (11/1 -22%) Monoxide	11 11/1(-22%)	(10) Monoxide 11/1, Has been kept busy but other than a runner-up effort (though well held by the winner) at Downpatrick, he's offering little in varied company. Career record 1-43; second in a chase this month but well beaten hurdles/Flat since.
5th	4 5th (4) (6/1 +25%) Bells Express	6 6/1(+25%)	(4) Bells Express 6/1, Runner-up final start between the flags last year. Little to get excited about over hurdles but local yard can boast a terrific record here and he's an unexposed chase debutant. Maiden; tongue-strap on for chasing debut; yard excels at this track.
6th	2 6th (2) (18/1 +28%) Roxboro Road	18 18/1(+28%)	(2) Roxboro Road 18/1, Continues to fall in the weights without showing any sign of taking advantage. Back over fences and leading owner persevering. Nothing since returning from absence but reverts to chases with a visor back on.
7th	6 7th (6) (4.5/1 +31%) The Electrician	4.5 4.5/1(+31%)	(6) The Electrician 4.5/1, Bounced back to his best after 2 shockers to win at Carlisle in April. Remained in form since, shaping up quite nicely only stamina gave way over 3m at Hexham a month ago. One to consider back in distance. Two fair efforts since a Carlisle win and looks one of the likelier candidates.
8th	5 8th (5) (8/1 +64%) Thatsy	8 8/1(+64%)	(5) Thatsy 8/1, Winless over fences and looks on the downgrade for this yard. Hopes rest on a breathing operation. 0-18 as a chaser; fair sixth three starts ago but well beaten twice since; had wind op.
9th	1 9th (1) (12/1 -200%) Carnet De Stage	12 12/1(-200%)	(1) Carnet De Stage 12/1, Down in the weights and took a step back in the the right direction at Clonmel 3 weeks ago. Irish raider needs considering at this level. 1-25 over fences; best effort for some time when fifth at Clonmel but deal more needed.

LTO Selection:

Ben Haslam is double-handed with Roxboro Road and Cash Again and both have chances, so they are worth a second look if there is any confidence behind them in the betting market. However, they may both have their work cut out attempting to stop JOEY STEEL recording his third career win. Christian Williams' 10-year-old was last seen finishing third at Warwick last month and that form has been given numerous boosts since, with the runner-up, Junior Massini, going on win three races on the spin.

Not a convincing bunch and it may pay to side with Irish-raider CARNET DE STAGE down in class on the back of a pretty encouraging run 3 weeks ago. Bells Express is the unknown quantity on chase debut, with Joey Steel dangerous if on a 'going' day.

Back at a more suitable trip, ONENIGHTINTOWN can gain a third chase win.

15:05 Cartmel Handicap Chase (Class 5) 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:20 Doncaster Handicap (Class 4) 14f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (1.88/1 -36%) Pledgeofallegiance	1.88 1.88/1(-36%)	(1) Pledgeofallegiance 1.88/1, Found improvement for the step up in trip when winning 10-runner handicap at Redcar (14f, good to firm) 31 days ago, responding well. 6 lb higher mark now but he should progress further. Made all to win over a similar trip at Redcar last time; up 8lb but still a major player.
2	5 2nd (5) (1.25/1 +50%) Campaign Trail	1.25 1.25/1(+50%)	(5) Campaign Trail 1.25/1, Strong in the betting and duly showed much improved form when second of 9 in handicap at Salisbury (12f, good to firm) 43 days ago, well suited by the step up in trip. Certain to stay this far and he's expected to progress again. Improved when second on handicap debut last month; up again in trip but bred to stay well.
3	3 3rd (3) (6.5/1 -44%) Royal Deeside	6.5 6.5/1(-44%)	(3) Royal Deeside 6.5/1, Fair form in a minor event and 2 maidens last season, very much looking a stayer when fourth at Newmarket (10f) on his final outing at 2 yrs. Possibly needed run on return last time but he'll likely to need to improve to make a winning handicap debut. Steps up in trip for this handicap debut and there is some stamina on the dam's side.
4	2 4th (2) (6.5/1 -18%) Double Oban	6.5 6.5/1(-18%)	(2) Double Oban 6.5/1, Improved meeting quicker ground for the first time when getting off the mark in 3-runner minor event at Leicester (11.8f, good to firm) 32 days ago. Had previously struggled in a handicap from only a 2 lb higher mark and others perhaps hold more room progress. Narrowly landed a three-runner Leicester novice last time; more to do back in a handicap.
5th	4 5th (4) (22/1 -22%) Trojan Spirit	22 22/1(-22%)	(4) Trojan Spirit 22/1, Winner at Kempton on final start at 2 yrs but has failed to land a blow in a pair of handicaps this season, albeit stumbling badly at the start at Leicester last time. Steps up in trip but others look more solid at present. Well beaten in both handicaps since winning a Kempton novice; has enough to prove.

LTO Selection:

PLEDGEOFALLEGIANCE recorded a first career success when upped to this sort of distance at Redcar and an 8lb rise in the ratings may not be enough to prevent the son of Sea The Stars from going in again. Campaign Trail offered plenty to work on with his second-placed finish at Salisbury in May and is feared most with that reappearance under his belt. Last-time-out Leicester winner Double Oban reverts to handicap company and completes the shortlist.

Not much to choose between PLEDGEOFALLEGIANCE and Campaign Trail on paper, the verdict narrowly going towards Sir Mark Prescott's gelding, who showed a willing attitude in making all to win at Redcar last time. Campaign Trail himself is unexposed as a stayer and appeals as one who is certain to progress over longer distances, with the pair clear of Double Oban in order of preference here.

The choice is CAMPAIGN TRAIL who finished second on handicap debut last time. His breeding suggests he may improve again for 1m6f.

15:20 Doncaster Handicap (Class 4) 14f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:30 Yarmouth Handicap (Class 3) 8f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (1.25/1 +23%) Tafreej	1.25 1.25/1(+23%)	(5) Tafreej 1.25/1, Novice winner at 2 and not seen to best effect this season, still plenty to do over 1f out but finishing well at Chester (7.6f) a fortnight ago. Worth persevering with for top connections and this test should suit. Course winner; solid start in handicaps and Chester last time didn't really go to plan.
2	2 2nd (2) (16/1 -14%) Maximilian Caesar	16 16/1(-14%)	(2) Maximilian Caesar 16/1, Relished the testing conditions to run out a wide-margin winner in 1m handicap at Doncaster on return. Possibly amiss at York since, though. Back at the scene of his 2-y-o success now. Bolted up on his Doncaster return and unlikely that he gave his true running at York.
3	1 3rd (1) (2/1 +50%) Theoryofeverything	2 2/1(+50%)	(1) Theoryofeverything 2/1, Bred in the purple and created a taking impression when making a winning debut in a Doncaster novice (7f, heavy) in April. Yet to build on that but well regarded and not one to give up on after a short break now encountering firmer ground for the first time. Has time to fulfil the promise of his debut effort; late withdrawal last week at Ascot.
4	4 4th (4) (3.2/1 -28%) Zouzanna	3.2 3.2/1(-28%)	(4) Zouzanna 3.2/1, Progressive, scoring in smooth fashion in novice company at Haydock (1m, good to firm) on her reappearance in May. More to come in handicaps now and lots to like (didn't get a run as a reserve in the Sandringham at Royal Ascot last week). Won pretty much as she liked at Haydock; well-bred filly heading in the right direction.

LTO Selection:

ZOUZANNA deservedly got off the mark at Haydock last month on just her third career start and a mark of 84 could prove lenient on her handicap debut. The daughter of Zoustar is expected to be tough to catch from the front and her main dangers look to be Theoryofeverything and Tafreej, who has been crying out for the step up to a mile all season.

Some useful 3-y-os in this handicap with ZOUZANNA fancied to take another step forward and supplement her Haydock victory. Tafreej is feared most ahead of Theoryofeverything.

A tight handicap in which all five are interesting. TAFREEJ continues to give the impression that there's a personal best imminent.

15:30 Yarmouth Handicap (Class 3) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:40 Cartmel Handicap Chase (Class 5) 26f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (1.5/1 +40%) Whataboutyeh	1.5 1.5/1(+40%)	(4) Whataboutyeh 1.5/1, Won Southwell handicap hurdle in April and far from disgraced both runs over fences since, second of 7 in handicap chase at Market Rasen (23.9f, good) 39 days ago. Still low mileage and needs considering eased 1 lb. Beaten favourite in both chases but ran well in the first and ran into one in the latest.
2	1 2nd (1) (2/1 -60%) Lights Are Green	2 2/1(-60%)	(1) Lights Are Green 2/1, C&D winner who continues on the up over fences, very good third of 6 in handicap chase at Hexham (24.2f, good) 27 days ago. Merits consideration off an unchanged mark. Progressive young stayer; C&D winner two starts ago and ran well off this mark latest.
3	8 3rd (8) (28/1 +15%) Absolutely Dylan	28 28/1(+15%)	(8) Absolutely Dylan 28/1, On a long losing run and he has been pulled up over hurdles at Uttoxeter and back chasing at Hereford on his last two runs. Hard to fancy. Pulled up in both starts this month, after a break.
4	9 4th (9) (33/1 +67%) Old Page	33 33/1(+67%)	(9) Old Page 33/1, A winner in Irish points but he remains with little form under Rules, cheekieces tried when pulled up in handicap chase at Worcester last time. It's easy to look elsewhere. Pulled up latest two starts and 8lb out of the handicap.
7	7 \|U\| (7) (6.5/1 -18%) Twistedfirestarter	6.5 6.5/1(-18%)	(7) Twistedfirestarter 6.5/1, Remains a maiden under both codes and he was pulled up in handicap chase at Southwell (24.3f, soft) 102 days ago on his final run for Richard Spencer. Stable switch needs to yield major improvement. Not much to show for chasing career to date; stable debut after recent £2,000 purchase.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (6.5/1 +35%) Big Gangsta	6.5 6.5/1(+35%)	(6) Big Gangsta 6.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden hurdler who came in well held on his chasing debut when seventh of 9 to Lights Are Green in handicap chase at this C&D (good) 34 days ago. Irish point winner so could still take a step forward. Tailed off behind Lights Are Green on chasing debut last month; better obviously needed.
2	2 \|PU\| (2) (14/1 +30%) Carrigeen Konini	14 14/1(+30%)	(2) Carrigeen Konini 14/1, Modest maiden over hurdles in Ireland for Elizabeth Anne Lalor and debut for this stable was uninspiring. Has a bit to prove. Pulled up on last month's British debut; others preferred.

LTO Selection:

The top-weight LIGHTS ARE GREEN is going the right way given he is 2-4 over fences, and this looks another good opening for him. Add to that he brings winning C&D form to the table, which is key around here, and he ticks plenty of boxes. Whataboutyeh and Humps And Bumps are also expected to go well, with the former feared most given he's shaped with promise on both chase starts so far.

PRINCE CLENI hasn't looked back since sent over fences and is fancied to defy a 6 lb rise in the weights and follow up his Southwell success. C&D winner Lights Are Green also arrives on the up and rates a big threat, while Market Rasen runner-up Whataboutyeh merits consideration too with few miles still on the clock.

Whataboutyeh can progress over fences but C&D winner LIGHTS ARE GREEN is preferred.

15:40 Cartmel Handicap Chase (Class 5) 26f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:55 Doncaster Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (9/1 +10%) Dougies Dream	9 9/1(+10%)	(6) Dougies Dream 9/1, Latest win at Newcastle in March. Creditable fourth of 9 in handicap (33/1) at York (10.2f, good to firm) 14 days ago, nearest finish. Back down in trip. Cheekpieces back on. Not discounted. All three wins have come over this trip, but may find a few too good.
2	9 2nd (9) (5/1 +0%) Bird Of Play	5 5/1(+0%)	(9) Bird Of Play 5/1, Winner at Haydock in May. Good second of 7 in handicap (11/2) at Leicester (7f, good) 24 days ago. Arrives in good order and deserves respect. Running well in recent starts including a win; well worth a go over this extra furlong.
3	8 3rd (8) (4/1 +50%) Leadenhall	4 4/1(+50%)	(8) Leadenhall 4/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Blinkered for 1st time, sixth of 9 in handicap at Sandown (7f, good, 9/2) 14 days ago. Bred to be suited by this trip but needs to settle better. Pulled too hard in first-time blinkers last time, but bred to be better than he has shown.
4	4 4th (4) (8/1 +11%) Cassy O	8 8/1(+11%)	(4) Cassy O 8/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. Below form sixth of 10 in handicap (5/1) at Haydock (8f, good to firm) 6 days ago, slowly away. Well handicapped but has a patchy record. Due to go up 3lb for a narrow defeat here 12 days ago, but well held off this mark since.
5th	3 5th (3) (50/1 -213%) Olympicus	50 50/1(-213%)	(3) Olympicus 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. First run since leaving Joseph Patrick O'Brien when last of 7 in handicap at Haydock (8f, good to firm, 12/1) 15 days ago. Hood on 1st time. Has work to do. Beaten a very long way on stable/handicap debut this month; hood on.
6th	2 6th (2) (7/1 -56%) Tiger Beetle	7 7/1(-56%)	(2) Tiger Beetle 7/1, Creditable fifth of 11 in handicap at York (8.8f, good to firm, 20/1) 13 days ago, better placed than most. Cheekpieces back on. Should give another good account. 0-13 on turf and 1-19 overall; 4lb below winning mark, but may find this trip too sharp.
7th	5 7th (5) (5/1 +9%) Absolute Dream	5 5/1(+9%)	(5) Absolute Dream 5/1, C&D winner. Creditable third of 11 in handicap (6/1) at Thirsk (8f, good) 25 days ago, running on. Can make presence felt. Performed much better when third at Thirsk this month; respected off the same mark.
8th	10 8th (10) (16/1 -45%) Royal Prospect	16 16/1(-45%)	(10) Royal Prospect 16/1, 11/2, fourth of 7 in handicap at Carlisle (7.8f, soft) 11 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Others make more appeal. Still 1lb below last winning mark and seems to retain ability; each-way shout.
9th	1 9th (1) (4.5/1 -29%) Jack Daniel	4.5 4.5/1(-29%)	(1) Jack Daniel 4.5/1, Career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Thirsk (8f, heavy, 4/1) 55 days ago, keeping on well. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. 4lb higher than for his successful Thirsk return; may need rain.
10th	7 10th (7) (33/1 +59%) Tipperary Moon	33 33/1(+59%)	(7) Tipperary Moon 33/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. Last of 6 in handicap (16/1) at Wetherby (8f, good to firm) 17 days ago, slowly away. Something to find on form. Losing run 13 and hasn't shown enough to suggest he is about to regain the winning thread.

LTO Selection:

JACK DANIEL found positive tactics to his liking when triumphing on his return to action at Thirsk in May and a similar approach may be good enough once more, with a 4lb rise looking more than fair. Absolute Dream posted his best performance of the season with a third at the same venue and isn't taken lightly off the same mark. The in-form Bird Of Play also enters calculations if seeing out the trip.

ABSOLUTE DREAM is on a good mark and looked back in form at Thirsk last time, so this C&D winner is worth taking a chance on. Jack Daniel is a worthy adversary on the back of a successful reappearance and Bird of Play seems likely to run well again.

The choice is ABSOLUTE DREAM (nap) who looked to be on the way back when third off this mark at Thirsk earlier this month.

15:55 Doncaster Handicap (Class 5) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:05 Yarmouth Handicap (Class 4) 5f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (1.25/1 +34%) Rum Cocktail	1.25 1.25/1(+34%)	(1) Rum Cocktail 1.25/1, Shaped well both starts for this yard, third of 9 in handicap at Haydock (5f, good to firm) 15 days ago, running on. Shortlist material in easier race from same mark. Close up in both runs for this yard and didn't enjoy the best track position last time.
2	6 2nd (6) (3.2/1 -16%) Champagne Sarah	3.2 3.2/1(-16%)	(6) Champagne Sarah 3.2/1, Career best when supplementing her Newbury win in 4-runner handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 5/2) 16 days ago. Likeable type. Recent improvement has come on fast ground but respected in her hat-trick bid.
3	4 3rd (4) (6.5/1 +28%) Strong Power	6.5 6.5/1(+28%)	(4) Strong Power 6.5/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 18/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Ascot (6f, soft) 48 days ago. Record on turf is mixed. Always been a more potent threat on the AW; doesn't come here in the best of form.
4	2 4th (2) (5/1 -25%) Lipsink	5 5/1(-25%)	(2) Lipsink 5/1, Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap (5/1) at Sandown (5f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Pretty exposed but likely to give it a good go. Exposed 6yo who is running well but there's precious little margin for error off this mark.
5th	5 5th (5) (7.5/1 -36%) Terrimia	7.5 7.5/1(-36%)	(5) Terrimia 7.5/1, Won first 2 starts last summer, latterly over C&D. 13/2 and hooded for first time, 1½ lengths third of 4 to Champagne Sarah in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 16 days ago. 2-3 as a 2yo; could improve for her recent close third behind Champagne Sarah.

LTO Selection:

A determined winner over C&D last time out, CHAMPAGNE SARAH is in the form of her life at present and the hat-trick looks very much on the cards for the three-year-old off a 2lb higher mark. Rum Cocktail has run with plenty of credit on both starts since joining the Ed Walker team and she can give the selection most to think about, along with the capable Lipsink.

RUM COCKTAIL has caught the eye both starts for Ed Walker, and now eased in class, she's a very appealing candidate. Lipsink and Champagne Sarah also arrive in good order and can offer most resistance.

A trappy handicap with an unsettled forecast complicating matters. With rain about the suggestion is FAUSTUS.

16:05 Yarmouth Handicap (Class 4) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:15 Cartmel Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 22f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (0.44/1 +52%) Slate Lane	0.44 0.44/1(+52%)	(5) Slate Lane 0.44/1, Third in a point and showed a bit on first Rules outing over hurdles in January. Failed to build on that but has joined a shrewd yard (from Paul Hennessy), so worth a market check making British debut after 111 days off. Well beaten in three Irish novices but they were much harder than this; stable debut.
2	9 2nd (9) (33/1 +59%) You Say Its Over	33 33/1(+59%)	(9) You Say Its Over 33/1, Placed in a couple of points but little to get excited about in a quartet of Irish bumpers for Roger McGrath and only sixth in a novice at Hexham on hurdling bow 5 days ago. Others preferred. Placed in Irish points; well held on recent hurdle/stable debut.
3	4 3rd (4) (18/1 +18%) Prince Nino	18 18/1(+18%)	(4) Prince Nino 18/1, Modest hurdler who ran with credit when third in a novice at Chepstow on final outing for Harry Derham 63 days ago. Needs to improve if he's to open his account. Third at Chepstow on final start for previous yard; will do well to win this.
4	1 4th (1) (6/1 -118%) Ballyquin Bay	6 6/1(-118%)	(1) Ballyquin Bay 6/1, Failed to progress for Gordon Elliott but fair at his best, which sets the standard in this lowly affair, so worth considering on debut for new yard. Second in this last year; sold out of Gordon Elliott's for £15,000 since latest outing.
5th	8 5th (8) (9/1 -29%) Time For Joy	9 9/1(-29%)	(8) Time For Joy 9/1, £4,000 6-y-o, Yeats mare. Closely related to bumper winner/fair hurdler Lanty Slea, stays 21f. Winning pointer who needs considering now starting out over hurdles. Won Irish point at seventh attempt; bought for £4,000 since; hurdle debut.
2	2 \|PU\| (2) (12/1 +40%) Big In Milan	12 12/1(+40%)	(2) Big In Milan 12/1, €15,000 3-y-o, Milan gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler Strike West and modest hurdler Belle West, stayed 2½m. Maiden Irish pointer, third last time (Feb 19). Wears cheekpieces. Placed in Irish points; British/hurdling debut; worth a glance in the betting.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (25/1 -178%) Our Zebo	25 25/1(-178%)	(6) Our Zebo 25/1, Seemingly modest form when second of 3 in a novice hurdle at Ayr in March but it's not solid and he has offered no encouragement since. Tailed off in two Irish completions since a second of three on racecourse debut.

LTO Selection:

A few of these are respected from their time in point-to-to-points, with Time For Joy, a winner of a Toombridge mares maiden, and Big In Milan, who was placed twice between the flags in Ireland, arguably looking the pick of the bunch. However, this looks a good opportunity for BALLYQUIN BAY to make a winning start for his new connections. He sets a reasonable standard under Rules based on eight starts for Gordon Elliott and appeals strongly under in-form rider Jamie Hamilton.

This isn't much of a race and TIME FOR JOY has already won between the flags, so he's preferred to Ballyquin Bay, who has the best Rules form to date. Slate Lane has joined a canny operation and returns from a break, so he's worth monitoring in the betting.

Despite his heavy Irish defeats, SLATE LANE still makes most appeal.

16:15 Cartmel Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 22f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:30 Doncaster Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (4.5/1 -176%) Lady Wormsley	4.5 4.5/1(-176%)	(4) Lady Wormsley 4.5/1, Creditable third of 10 in handicap (15/2) at Kempton (8f) 72 days ago, keeping on well. That is good form and she has a great chance off the same mark. Has improved since handicapping and came from behind to make the frame at Kempton.
2	2 2nd (2) (2.75/1 +68%) Strangerontheshore	2.75 2.75/1(+68%)	(2) Strangerontheshore 2.75/1, 10/3, third of 5 in handicap at Hamilton (8.3f, good to firm) 30 days ago. Beaten in last eight races but not far away on occasions and mark is a competitive one.
3	5 3rd (5) (5/1 +29%) Hostelry	5 5/1(+29%)	(5) Hostelry 5/1, Latest win at Ayr in May. 11/2, good second of 10 in handicap at Beverley (8.4f, soft) 10 days ago. Holding her form well but this is tougher against the 3-y-os. Nothing wrong with a sequence of good runs this year and Alex Jary gets a tune out of her.
4	8 4th (8) (5.5/1 -22%) Paco's Pride	5.5 5.5/1(-22%)	(8) Paco's Pride 5.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 6/1, fourth of 7 in handicap at Leicester (7f, good) 31 days ago, not ideally placed. Could take a hand. Underwhelming so far given her good pedigree; beaten 3l in latest handicap.
5th	6 5th (6) (12/1 +14%) Gypsy Whisper	12 12/1(+14%)	(6) Gypsy Whisper 12/1, C&D winner. 33/1, creditable fifth of 15 in handicap at this course (7f, firm) 12 days ago. Capable and her latest effort here over 7f was a step back in the right direction.
6th	9 6th (9) (18/1 +55%) Available Angel	18 18/1(+55%)	(9) Available Angel 18/1, Sixth of 9 in handicap (13/2) at Bath (8f, firm) 21 days ago. Work to do on these terms. Chance on best form but has been worryingly below par since returning.
7th	1 7th (1) (5/1 +9%) Ellade	5 5/1(+9%)	(1) Ellade 5/1, 16/1, respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Haydock (8f, firm) 16 days ago, not ideally placed. On a tempting mark. Well handicapped on last year's win but 0-9 since then and has rarely threatened.
8th	3 8th (3) (11/1 -22%) Red Maids	11 11/1(-22%)	(3) Red Maids 11/1, Respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Sandown (7f, good, 33/1) 14 days ago, not ideally placed. Went close at Yarmouth before that. No impact from off the pace at Sandown latest; previous near miss brings her into it.
9th	10 9th (10) (50/1 -100%) Timewaitsfornobody	50 50/1(-100%)	(10) Timewaitsfornobody 50/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Off 8 months. Significantly up in trip. First run for yard after leaving Eve Johnson Houghton. Makes handicap debut. Improvement needed, but it's possible. Not overly competitive in three 6f novices (varying conditions) for Eve Johnson Houghton.

LTO Selection:

HOSTELRY has been in excellent form this season and a third career win could be on the way over a distance and track that should suit. Ruth Carr's mare remains on a workable mark and she is preferred to Hamilton third Strangerontheshore and Lady Wormsley, who has the services of Oisin Murphy to call upon this time around. Paco's Pride is capable of being in the shake-up as well.

LADY WORMSLEY made a pleasing return in a Kempton handicap that has worked out well and she can go close if proving as effective on turf. Ellade is on a tempting mark and hasn't run a bad race this season, while Paco's Pride could also get involved.

Oisin Murphy is a good booking for LADY WORMSLEY who has made steady progress since sent into handicaps.

16:30 Doncaster Handicap (Class 5) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:40 Yarmouth Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (5/1 +44%) Thunder Star	5 5/1(+44%)	(4) Thunder Star 5/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, only fifth of 6 in handicap (17/2) at Nottingham (5f, soft) 69 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Soundly beaten on both starts this season; others have much less to prove.
2	3 2nd (3) (6/1 +14%) Miss Belladonna	6 6/1(+14%)	(3) Miss Belladonna 6/1, Latest win at Southwell in January. 14/1, creditable third of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 8 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up. On a career-high mark but kept on for third at Chelmsford last week; not ruled out.
3	1 3rd (1) (4/1 -20%) Amor De Mi Vida	4 4/1(-20%)	(1) Amor De Mi Vida 4/1, C&D winner. 13/2, good second of 4 in handicap at Newmarket (5f, good to firm) 7 days ago. Unreliable type. Quickly back on track with very close second at Newmarket a week ago.
4	5 4th (5) (2.75/1 +21%) Jacquelina	2.75 2.75/1(+21%)	(5) Jacquelina 2.75/1, Winner at Chepstow in June. Creditable second of 7 in handicap at Chepstow (5.1f, good to firm, 9/4) 14 days ago. Needs considering. Made all at Chepstow this month and second there twice since; must be considered.
5th	6 5th (6) (9/1 -38%) Profitable Dawn	9 9/1(-38%)	(6) Profitable Dawn 9/1, Sixth of 7 in handicap (10/1) at Leicester (6f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Hood on 1st time. Enters calculations if shrugging off latest effort. Headstrong maiden; combination of drop back to 5f and first-time hood might aid her cause.
6th	2 6th (2) (4.5/1 -50%) Class Member	4.5 4.5/1(-50%)	(2) Class Member 4.5/1, 2/1, career best when gaining her breakthrough win in 7-runner handicap at Leicester (5f, good to firm) 13 days ago, all out. Cheekpieces back on. Player despite 3 lb rise. Held on well to open account at Leicester two weeks ago and may yet have more to offer.
7th	8 7th (8) (14/1 +0%) Passion Tango	14 14/1(+0%)	(8) Passion Tango 14/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 28/1, best effort when third of 6 in minor event at Lingfield (6f, AW) 29 days ago. Makes handicap debut and no forlorn hope. Made inauspicious start to career but this month's Lingfield third was much better.

LTO Selection:

AMOR DE MI VIDA was just beaten by a nose on her latest outing at Newmarket and this looks like a good opportunity for her to gain compensation. Archie Watson's mare runs off the same mark so another bold bid can be expected. Class Member appears to pose the biggest danger after scoring at Leicester, but she must negotiate a 3lb rise in the ratings for that short-head success. Jacquelina should also be thereabouts.

A trappy handicap in which CLASS MEMBER is taken to follow up her maiden Leicester success off a 3 lb higher mark. In-form pair Miss Belladonna and Jacquelina seem sure to have a say too and can fight it out for minor honours behind George Boughey's consistent filly.

Preference is for JACQUELINA, who has remained in very good form since getting off the mark at the start of this month.

16:40 Yarmouth Handicap (Class 5) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:47 Cartmel Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 22f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	12 1st (12) (11/1 +50%) Pure Surf	11 11/1(+50%)	(12) Pure Surf 11/1, Sole win came at Sedgefield in 2021 but she went with no promise after a year off at Perth earlier this month and will need to leave that effort well behind to feature here. Pulled up this month after a year off; something to prove for now.
2	2 2nd (2) (6.5/1 +41%) Sinndarella	6.5 6.5/1(+41%)	(2) Sinndarella 6.5/1, Fair to say that she hasn't progressed since landing the odds in a 3-runner mares' novice at Ludlow in October 2021 but latest fifth of 13 at Bangor (19.6f, good to firm) was a creditable effort. Should make her presence felt. 1-40 in career so others more likely for win purposes.
3	11 3rd (11) (4.5/1 +0%) Baby Sham	4.5 4.5/1(+0%)	(11) Baby Sham 4.5/1, Cashed in on a career-low mark in 9-runner handicap at Fakenham in May before proving surpisingly well suited by the longer trip to land a 5-runner event at Fontwell (25.8f, good) 14 days ago, keeping on well. Player. Two wins this season, the latest over 3m2f at Fontwell; up 6lb; shorter trip no concern.
4	5 4th (5) (2.75/1 -38%) Fabreze	2.75 2.75/1(-38%)	(5) Fabreze 2.75/1, Benefited from a more positive ride with an enthusiastic victory in 10-runner handicap hurdle (20/1) at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good to soft) 8 days ago, readily. Carries penalty. Has to be taken seriously. Comfortable Uttoxeter winner last week and ahead of the game under a penalty.
5th	9 5th (9) (9/1 +25%) Dot Cotton	9 9/1(+25%)	(9) Dot Cotton 9/1, Fair ex-Irish maiden is yet to make a significant impact during her time with current yard, though looked to be in the process of taking a step back in the right direction until stopped in her tracks by a blunder at Newcastle last time. Not fully discounted. Blundered away chance latest so can be considered but yet to really threaten a win.
6th	4 6th (4) (10/1 +38%) Fenney Brook	10 10/1(+38%)	(4) Fenney Brook 10/1, Thrived latterly last year, forging clear to make it 2 wins from last 3 starts in mares' novice handicap at Ludlow (21.2f) in November. Lost action on return at Warwick last month but remains on a fair mark on none the worse here. Pulled up on return from a break but not impossible as she was progressive last year.
7th	3 7th (3) (25/1 -150%) Amazing Amy	25 25/1(-150%)	(3) Amazing Amy 25/1, No signs of improvement, back from 11 months off, when tenth of 16 in novice hurdle at Killarney (22.2f, good) on yard debut 46 days ago. Has to worth a market check on handicap bow. Unplaced all hurdle starts, the latest on stable debut last month.
8th	1 8th (1) (6/1 +50%) On We Go	6 6/1(+50%)	(1) On We Go 6/1, Three-time winner last spring/summer, including twice over C&D, and did the job well when getting her head back in front at Ayr in February. Recent efforts haven't been encouraging, however, and others are preferred. Has done well in this yard but not yet found her form this spring/summer; front-runner.
9th	6 9th (6) (18/1 -29%) Punk Rock Girl	18 18/1(-29%)	(6) Punk Rock Girl 18/1, Limited impact in handicap hurdles in Ireland. Still relatively low mileage but needs to show more to figure here. Not much to recommend her but slightly better latest and Brian Hughes booked.
10th	8 10th (8) (66/1 -65%) Social Distancing	66 66/1(-65%)	(8) Social Distancing 66/1, Maiden pointer has gone with no recent encouragement under Rules. Hard to fancy with cheekpieces on for 1st time. Maiden; heavy defeats in two Irish handicaps recently; cheekpieces fitted.
7	7 \|PU\| (7) (8/1 +43%) Bella Bluesky	8 8/1(+43%)	(7) Bella Bluesky 8/1, Opened hurdles account at Kelso last February and positive start to the current year when third in mares' handicap at Newcastle. Mixed record since, however, only fifth at Perth last time. Hasn't progressed as once seemed likely and tongue-strap no seeming help latest.

LTO Selection:

FABREZE proved to be underestimated when she emerged as the surprise winner of a similar contest at Uttoxeter eight days ago and the lightly-raced mare has to be of serious interest in her bid to follow up under a 7lb penalty. Her stamina is proven from her days in point-to-points and that may give her a crucial edge over Fontwell scorer Baby Sham, who is respected but faces a tougher task now dropped in trip off 6lb higher. Sinndarella rates as the pick of the rest.

FABREZE sprang a bit of a surprise at Uttoxeter last time but she appeals as full value for that victory and can follow up under a penalty here. Fellow last-time-out winner Baby Sham is also highly respected dropped in trip, with Sinndarella and Mrs Kinsella others who could have a say.

After a good win at Uttoxeter last week, FABREZE (nap) makes most appeal.

16:47 Cartmel Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 22f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:55 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 10f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (3.5/1 +42%) Just Hiss	3.5 3.5/1(+42%)	(2) Just Hiss 3.5/1, C&D winner. 11/1, creditable second of 6 in handicap at Thirsk (12f, good) 21 days ago. Likely to give another good account. Won this last year and solid second of six at Thirsk last time; one to consider.
2	8 2nd (8) (8/1 +0%) Point Louise	8 8/1(+0%)	(8) Point Louise 8/1, Tenth of 12 in handicap at Newbury (10f, firm, 7/1) 15 days ago. Hood on 1st time and booking of Serena Brotherton/return to the AW are positive factors, so she's not ruled out. Two-time Tapeta winner who could settle better now in a hood; capable of a bold show.
3	14 3rd (14) (7.5/1 +38%) Braes Of Doune	7.5 7.5/1(+38%)	(14) Braes Of Doune 7.5/1, 13/2, creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at this C&D 9 days ago, not clear run. Looks vulnerable for win purposes. Promising signs in these cheekpieces & Jack Nicholls has made an excellent start to career.
4	1 4th (1) (11/1 +21%) Bushfire	11 11/1(+21%)	(1) Bushfire 11/1, Eleventh of 14 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 6/1) 17 days ago. Back up in trip and capable of making his presence felt, if indeed he puts his best foot forward. Went close on AW last December but has struggled on both starts this season.
5th	13 5th (13) (12/1 +14%) Oscar Doodle	12 12/1(+14%)	(13) Oscar Doodle 12/1, C&D winner. 2 wins from 5 runs this year, the latest at Chelmsford City in May. Last of 8 in handicap at Nottingham (10.2f, good to firm, 4/1) 15 days ago. Each-way squeak returned to the AW. Two-time course winner who may not have been suited by the return to turf a fortnight ago.
6th	9 6th (9) (4.5/1 +44%) Prince Ali	4.5 4.5/1(+44%)	(9) Prince Ali 4.5/1, C&D winner. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable third of 10 in handicap (9/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 11 days ago, slowly away. Place possibilities. Close third at Wolverhampton 11 days ago and this C&D winner could be bang there once more.
7th	10 7th (10) (9/1 -13%) The New Marwan	9 9/1(-13%)	(10) The New Marwan 9/1, Fifth of 7 in handicap (2/1) at Nottingham (10.2f, firm) 23 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Went close at Redcar last month but inconsistent and soundly beaten at Nottingham latest.
8th	11 8th (11) (40/1 +20%) Whiskey And Water	40 40/1(+20%)	(11) Whiskey And Water 40/1, Second of 5 in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (16.2f, good, 11/1) when last seen in April 2021, no match for winner. 0-12 on the Flat and best watched. First run since April 2021 but trainer can ready one after an absence; not a forlorn hope.
9th	5 9th (5) (25/1 +0%) Pessoa	25 25/1(+0%)	(5) Pessoa 25/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in February. 33/1, below form seventh of 12 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft) 60 days ago. Up in trip and he's likely to find a few too good once more. Two winter wins at Wolverhampton for new yard but well beaten the last twice.
10th	4 10th (4) (16/1 -167%) Luna Magic	16 16/1(-167%)	(4) Luna Magic 16/1, 9/4, won 5-runner handicap at Chepstow (10f, good to firm) 14 days ago. More needed up 4 lb in this more competitive race. Won under Brodie Hampson for the eighth time at Chepstow a fortnight ago; respected up 4lb.
11th	6 11th (6) (8.5/1 +47%) El Jad	8.5 8.5/1(+47%)	(6) El Jad 8.5/1, Second of 10 in handicap at this C&D (12/1) when last seen in September. Still, remains winless following 11 attempts and needs to step up if he's to buck that trend in this contest. Absent since last September but went close over C&D when last seen and is not ruled out.
12th	7 12th (7) (14/1 -87%) More Diamonds	14 14/1(-87%)	(7) More Diamonds 14/1, Bit below form fifth of 11 in handicap (13/2) on debut for new yard at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) 79 days ago, not ideally placed. Back up in trip and, having dropped another 2 lb, she's not discounted. Return to form needed but she's one to watch in the betting on her second stable start.
13th	12 13th (12) (40/1 +39%) Wheal Kitty	40 40/1(+39%)	(12) Wheal Kitty 40/1, Last of 13 in handicap (50/1) at Thirsk (12f, good) 25 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and she needs to find some improvement. Well beaten the last twice and the first-time cheekpieces need to inspire a revival.

LTO Selection:

LUNA MAGIC was a good winner over the stiff 1m2f at Chepstow, scoring by two lengths. The Archie Watson-trained mare, who goes well for Brodie Hampson, will have to negotiate a 4lb rise in the ratings, but that may prove lenient. Connections of Diffident Spirit will be hoping he can go one better than his second at Windsor last time, while similar applies to El Jad, who hit the crossbar here on his final appearance of 2022.

The available evidence suggests that DIFFIDENT SPIRIT is more of a force on turf but his AW handicap mark reflects that and he gets the nod on the back of a highly creditable effort at Windsor. Prince Ali was a close third in first-time cheekpieces at Wolverhampton recently and, provided the headgear works equally well second time round, he shouldn't be far away. More Diamonds is probably capable of better than she's been able to show thus far and is also shortlisted, along with Just Hiss.

A first win may well be imminent for BRAES OF DOUNE, who has shown encouraging signs in these cheekpieces the last twice.

16:55 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:00 Curragh Maiden 6f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	13 1st (13) (4/1 -78%) Mountain Bear	4 4/1(-78%)	(13) Mountain Bear 4/1, Promising No Nay Never colt. Looked badly in need of the experience when sixth of 8 in minor event at this C&D (good, 14/1) on debut 23 days ago. Yard in good form. Sort to take a big step forward. Got the hang of things late when keeping on for 6th behind My Mate Alfie; likely improver.
2	3 2nd (3) (66/1 +56%) Chandigah	66 66/1(+56%)	(3) Chandigah 66/1, Once-raced colt. Last of 8 in maiden at this course (7f, good, 28/1) on debut 23 days ago. Ran okay in barrier trial but last of 8 on debut here last month.
3	14 3rd (14) (2.5/1 -81%) My Mate Alfie	2.5 2.5/1(-81%)	(14) My Mate Alfie 2.5/1, Promising Dark Angel colt. Just failed when second of 8 in minor event (22/1) at this C&D (good) on debut 23 days ago, running on. Sets a solid standard. Did well to make up plenty of ground on debut and wasn't seen to best effect; hard to beat.
4	10 4th (10) (9/1 -20%) Kortez Bay	9 9/1(-20%)	(10) Kortez Bay 9/1, Promising individual. Fourth of 6 in maiden (25/1) at this C&D (good) on debut 34 days ago. Should improve. In the mix. Ran okay when beaten 6l in C&D maiden last month; form boosted but will surely need more.
5th	9 5th (9) (6/1 +40%) House Of Aviz	6 6/1(+40%)	(9) House Of Aviz 6/1, Foaled January 23. Uncle Mo colt. Brother to US Grade 3 8.5f winner Donna Veloce, runner-up in Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies and half-brother to 7f-9f winner National Guard. Stable having good spell. Interesting debutant. Uncle Mo colt; yard's newcomers generally come on plenty for the experience.
6th	2 6th (2) (25/1 +50%) Bright Stripes	25 25/1(+50%)	(2) Bright Stripes 25/1, Foaled March 25. 22,500 gns yearling, Starspangledbanner colt. Half-brother to useful winner up to 6f Sunsprite. Dam 6f/7f winner. Starspangledbanner colt; 22,500GNS yearling; speedily bred and worth a market check.
7th	7 7th (7) (18/1 -29%) Going Remote	18 18/1(-29%)	(7) Going Remote 18/1, Foaled April 30. 40,000 gns yearling, Kodiac colt. Brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Lupset Flossy Pop. Dam, 1m winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 8.4f Off Limits. Not ruled out. Slowly away but the got the hang of things in a barrier trial; may do better over further.
8th	17 8th (17) (125/1 +38%) Little Miss Peppi	125 125/1(+38%)	(17) Little Miss Peppi 125/1, Foaled January 23. €20,000 yearling, Magna Grecia filly. Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to smart French/German winner up to 7.5f Cheviot. Magna Grecia filly; 20,000Eur yearling; unlikely to be involved on debut.
9th	16 9th (16) (50/1 +60%) The Bear Trap	50 50/1(+60%)	(16) The Bear Trap 50/1, Twice-raced colt. Sixth of 11 in maiden (14/1) at Roscommon (7.2f, good) 29 days ago. Has lots to find on form. Minor progress from first start to second but hard to recommend in a race with this depth.
10th	1 10th (1) (12/1 +25%) Bennu	12 12/1(+25%)	(1) Bennu 12/1, Foaled May 13. Magna Grecia colt. Half-brother to several winners, including winners up to 1m Alpha Centauri and Alpine Star and , both high-class. Dam unraced. Magna Grecia colt; half-brother to 6 winners incl' 3 Gr 1 winners; yard have winning 2yos.
11th	12 11th (12) (33/1 +67%) Martinelli	33 33/1(+67%)	(12) Martinelli 33/1, Foaled March 20. €45,000 yearling, Blue Point colt. Closely related to very smart winner up to 9f Bow Creek and 5f-1m winner Sawasdee. Dam 1m-1½m winner. Blue Point colt; closely related to Gr 2 winner; nice pedigree and yard get winning 2yos.
12th	8 12th (8) (80/1 +20%) Hasshoffman	80 80/1(+20%)	(8) Hasshoffman 80/1, Once-raced colt. Last of 13 in maiden at Roscommon (7.4f, good to soft, 9/1) on debut 39 days ago, met some trouble. Stable in good form so could step forward. Last of 13 when beaten 20l on debut; surely better than that but others more likely.
13th	15 13th (15) (40/1 -122%) Poppadom	40 40/1(-122%)	(15) Poppadom 40/1, Once-raced colt. Seventh of 14 in maiden (20/1) at Listowel (6.3f, good to soft) on debut 27 days ago. Only minor promise in a Listowel maiden on debut and best watched.
14th	6 14th (6) (3.33/1 +17%) Gloucester	3.33 3.33/1(+17%)	(6) Gloucester 3.33/1, Foaled February 2. Ten Sovereigns colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart 7f-1½m winner Great House and useful 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Aboulie. Dam US 1m winner. Much respected newcomer. Ten Sovereigns colt; half-brother to six winners; more stamina than speed on dam's side.
15th	5 15th (5) (50/1 +50%) Count Von Browne	50 50/1(+50%)	(5) Count Von Browne 50/1, Foaled March 15. €28,000 foal, €36,000 yearling, Acclamation gelding. Dam, maiden, closely related to smart 5f-7f winner Rose Bonheur out of smart winner up to 1m (2-y-o 7f winner) Red Feather. Market can guide. Son of Acclamation; 36,000eur yearling; yard have 2yo winners but this one already gelded.
16th	4 16th (4) (150/1 +0%) Ciantov	150 150/1(+0%)	(4) Ciantov 150/1, Once-raced colt. 125/1, eighth of 10 in maiden at Navan (5f, good to soft) on debut 19 days ago. Badly outpaced when eighth of 10 in a Navan maiden on debut 19 days ago.
17th	11 17th (11) (50/1 +0%) Liberty Looming	50 50/1(+0%)	(11) Liberty Looming 50/1, Foaled May 31. Teofilo gelding. Brother to smart 2-y-o 1m winner Loch Garman and half-brother to winner up to 7f Eireannach. Dam ungenuine 1m winner. Trainer going well. Considered. Son of Teofilo; pedigree suggests he'll need further and he's already been gelded.
18th	18 18th (18) (200/1 +0%) Our Queen Bee	200 200/1(+0%)	(18) Our Queen Bee 200/1, Foaled February 10. 25,000 gns yearling, Starspangledbanner filly. Sister to 6f winner Notoriously Risky and half-sister to 7f winner Jaleel. Starspangledbanner filly; speed in her pedigree but others preferred.

LTO Selection:

MY MATE ALFIE made an excellent start to his career when going down by a neck to The Liffey over C&D, with Mountain Bear back in sixth. That sets a fair standard and he can provide Ger Lyons with a third consecutive victory in this maiden. Kortez Bay offered promise when fourth on his debut, also over track and trip, but the chief threat could come from one of the choicely-bred newcomers, with House Of Aviz, Bennu and Gloucester making particular appeal.

MY MATE ALFIE failed only narrowly to make a winning debut over C&D and can go one better now with improvement very much on the cards. Aidan O'Brien's duo Mountain Bear and House of Aviz could emerge as the chief threats and can chase home Ger Lyons's son of Dark Angel in that order.

MY MATE ALFIE did well to finish 2nd over C&D on debut and if he finds any improvement from that, he will be hard to beat

17:00 Curragh Maiden 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:05 Doncaster Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
13	13 (13) (25/1 -127%) Chattel Village	25 25/1(-127%)	(13) Chattel Village 25/1, Very good fifth of 13 in handicap (40/1) at Redcar (6f, good to firm) 6 days ago. 0-9 but a better effort when fifth at Redcar six days ago; frame material.
1	11 1st (11) (2.75/1 -22%) Rwenearlytheredad	2.75 2.75/1(-22%)	(11) Rwenearlytheredad 2.75/1, Well-backed 10/3, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 3 days ago under this rider. Leading claims up in trip. Escapes a penalty for his win in an appentice event at Beverley on Tuesday; high on list.
2	1 2nd (1) (9/1 -29%) Trabajo Detecho	9 9/1(-29%)	(1) Trabajo Detecho 9/1, Latest win at Newcastle in March. 8/1, respectable third of 12 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good) 21 days ago, well positioned. That looks good form and he's in the mix under in-form 7 lb apprentice. Dual AW winner, but has run well in his last two attempts on turf; shortlisted.
3	12 3rd (12) (14/1 +30%) Parr Fire	14 14/1(+30%)	(12) Parr Fire 14/1, Course winner on debut. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, ninth of 13 in handicap at Redcar (6f, good to firm, 11/1) 6 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Unplaced 12 starts since her winning debut; visor on.
4	2 4th (2) (22/1 -144%) Slingsbytoo	22 22/1(-144%)	(2) Slingsbytoo 22/1, 11/1 and visored for 1st time, creditable sixth of 10 in handicap at Wetherby (7f, good to firm) 45 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. 0-6 but has shown ability; not sure dropping to 6f is what he wants; cheekpieces on.
5th	3 5th (3) (25/1 +50%) Higher Law	25 25/1(+50%)	(3) Higher Law 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eighth of 9 in handicap (50/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 41 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Roy Bowring. Work to do. Promising debut, but poor since; has his first start for third different trainer.
6th	14 6th (14) (12/1 +14%) Bryce	12 12/1(+14%)	(14) Bryce 12/1, 13/2, good fourth of 13 in handicap at Redcar (6f, good to firm) 6 days ago. Looks awkward but could have a race in him. 0-9 but had four of these behind when fourth at Redcar six days ago; each-way claims again.
7th	4 7th (4) (66/1 +34%) Headabovetherest	66 66/1(+34%)	(4) Headabovetherest 66/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 9 in handicap at Ripon (8f, good to firm, 40/1) 23 days ago. Down in trip. Beaten a long way in two starts since returning, drop to 6f needs to make a big difference.
8th	7 8th (7) (25/1 -14%) Tiger Trap	25 25/1(-14%)	(7) Tiger Trap 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Ninth of 11 in handicap (25/1) at Haydock (7f, good) on return 36 days ago, weakening when hampered over 1f out. More needed if he's to open his account here. Regressive in first four starts; drop in trip may help but comes with risks attached.
9th	10 9th (10) (2.5/1 +50%) Mine That Ship	2.5 2.5/1(+50%)	(10) Mine That Ship 2.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Hooded for 1st time, very good fourth of 8 in handicap at Nottingham (6.1f, good to firm, 10/1) 15 days ago. Best effort when a close fourth in first-time hood last time, but headgear missing today.
10th	8 10th (8) (40/1 -43%) Lupset Flossy Pop	40 40/1(-43%)	(8) Lupset Flossy Pop 40/1, Tenth of 13 in handicap (20/1) at Redcar (6f, good to firm) 6 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Out of sorts. 7lb below winning mark, but has shown little since returning in April; cheekpieces on.
11th	5 11th (5) (4.5/1 +18%) Awtaar	4.5 4.5/1(+18%)	(5) Awtaar 4.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Good third of 10 in handicap (7/1) at this C&D (firm) 12 days ago. Wouldn't dismiss off the same mark. Close third on handicap debut over C&D 12 days ago and major claims from the same mark.
12th	9 12th (9) (25/1 +11%) Crime Fiction	25 25/1(+11%)	(9) Crime Fiction 25/1, Latest win at Musselburgh in May. Fifth of 7 in handicap (17/2) at Leicester (5f, good to firm) 13 days ago, never nearer. Back up in trip. Possible to forgive both defeats since winning at Musselburgh; stable won this last year.
13th	6 13th (6) (16/1 -14%) Shine's Ambition	16 16/1(-14%)	(6) Shine's Ambition 16/1, Sixth of 13 in handicap at Redcar (6f, good to firm, 8/1) 6 days ago. Placed in half of his 14 starts but yet to win; needs more to break his duck.

LTO Selection:

RWENEARLYTHEREDAD is turned out again quickly after a comfortable success at Beverley on Tuesday and he escapes a penalty so is backed to go in again. The step up in trip looks like another plus and he should have too much for the consistent Trabajo Detecho and Awtaar, who ran a highly encouraging race on her handicap debut at Doncaster. Others to note include Bryce, Mine That Ship and Slingsbytoo.

RWENEARLYTHEREDAD escapes a penalty for Tuesday's Beverley win and has strong claims of following up. Trabajo Detecho ran well in a good race for the grade at Thirsk last time and enters calculations under an in-form apprentice. Awtaar is another to consider.

The vote goes to RWENEARLYTHEREDAD who avoids a penalty for his win at Beverley on Tuesday and shaped as though he would relish 6f.

17:05 Doncaster Handicap (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:10 Yarmouth Stakes (Class 6) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (8.5/1 -6%) Gatwick Kitten	8.5 8.5/1(-6%)	(3) Gatwick Kitten 8.5/1, Modest gelding. Last of 12 in minor event at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 13/2). Off 94 days and tongue strap back on. Won off this mark at Brighton last year, so there is cause for optimism. Dual winner; a subsequent absence suggests all was not well over 7f the last time.
2	6 2nd (6) (2.25/1 +18%) Wrath Of Hector	2.25 2.25/1(+18%)	(6) Wrath Of Hector 2.25/1, Modest gelding. C&D winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Creditable second of 12 in minor event at this C&D (good to firm, 13/2) 15 days ago. Expected to be bang there. No match for the winner in one of these here 15 days ago but he likes this track.
3	5 3rd (5) (8/1 -60%) Tilsworth Ony Ta	8 8/1(-60%)	(5) Tilsworth Ony Ta 8/1, Modest gelding. One win from 27 Flat runs. Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. 9/1, below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Nottingham (5f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Has work to do. Runs well now and again but only 1-27 and he's not the hardest to take on.
4	1 4th (1) (4.5/1 +31%) Bankrupt	4.5 4.5/1(+31%)	(1) Bankrupt 4.5/1, Modest gelding. Creditable fourth of 12 in minor event (22/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 15 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Each-way shout. Has respectable form in similar races to this and that includes his latest effort here.
5th	7 5th (7) (28/1 -133%) Asian Queen	28 28/1(-133%)	(7) Asian Queen 28/1, Modest filly. 7/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Windsor (5.1f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Privilege is presumably the stable No 1. No wins in eight and isn't progressing by the looks; tackling her first classified race.
6th	10 6th (10) (3/1 +40%) Haulfronhobbs	3 3/1(+40%)	(10) Haulfronhobbs 3/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Very good third of 12 in minor event (25/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 15 days ago. Big player if able to build on that. Finished upside Wrath Of Hector in a similar race 15 days ago and that brings her into it.
7th	9 7th (9) (40/1 -122%) Darlo Pride	40 40/1(-122%)	(9) Darlo Pride 40/1, Modest gelding. 33/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, fourth of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and needs to raise his game. 0-6; cheekpieces are added and they'll need to trigger something.
8th	4 8th (4) (11/1 -47%) Privilege	11 11/1(-47%)	(4) Privilege 11/1, Modest mare. 1 win from 2 runs this year. Winner at Chelmsford City in January. 14/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f), badly hampered. Off 111 days. Not entirely ruled out. Won a classified race over this trip at Chelmsford in January but she's hard to predict.
9th	8 9th (8) (33/1 -65%) Danchovska	33 33/1(-65%)	(8) Danchovska 33/1, Modest gelding. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, tenth of 11 in handicap (25/1) at Southwell (6.1f). Off 148 days ahead of this turf debut and he's probably worth taking on. Second in a 6f classified event at Wolverhampton but nothing to shout about since then.
10th	2 10th (2) (25/1 +11%) Cazeva Princess	25 25/1(+11%)	(2) Cazeva Princess 25/1, C&D winner back in 2021 (sole success from 21 starts). Seventh of 9 in handicap back here (good to firm, 40/1) 16 days ago and she's basically opposable. Running in this race for the third time, winning it two years ago and sixth last year.

LTO Selection:

The key form line in this contest appears to be a race over C&D earlier in the month, in which runner-up Wrath Of Hector was a place ahead of HAULFRONHOBBS, with Bankrupt in fourth. That represented a big step forward for Chris Dwyer's filly, though, and she is fancied to improve past Wrath Of Hector. Bankrupt is capable of getting closer too and can make up the placings.

The most solid-looking option is WRATH OF HECTOR, who has hit the crossbar in similar events at Wolverhampton and over this C&D on his last two starts, leaving the impression that his turn is near. Haulfronhobbs and Bankrupt were both hot on the heels of the selection here last time and are likely to be in the mix once again, while an on-song Gatwick Kitten would also have a chance.

None of these are convincing but WRATH OF HECTOR seems to go well at this track and was runner-up here 15 days ago.

17:10 Yarmouth Stakes (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:15 Newmarket Maiden (Class 4) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
9	9 (9) (100/1 +0%) Scarlet Rosie	100 100/1(+0%)	(9) Scarlet Rosie 100/1, 6/1, eighth of 9 in maiden at Chelmsford City (6f) on debut 22 days ago, slowly away. First run for yard after leaving George Boughey. Hooded for 1st time. Hard to make a case for. 6-1, remote 8th of 9 on AW debut over 6f for G Boughey; one to watch for new yard.
1	1 1st (1) (1.38/1 +50%) Dazzling Star	1.38 1.38/1(+50%)	(1) Dazzling Star 1.38/1, Foaled March 7. Blue Point filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 7f winner Wakening and smart winner up to 1m Bold Act. Dam 1m winner. 8/1, eighth of 10 in maiden at Kempton (6f) on debut 23 days ago. Should improve Top yard but 8-1 for AW debut when never-nearer 8th; has some learning to do.
2	4 2nd (4) (25/1 +24%) Jumeirah Breeze	25 25/1(+24%)	(4) Jumeirah Breeze 25/1, 155,000 gns yearling, Kessaar filly. Closely related to several winners, including 2-y-o 6f winner No Leaf Clover, 5f winner Geocentric and 2-y-o 5f winner To Wafij. Eighth of 10 in maiden at Doncaster (6.5f, good to firm, 22/1) on debut 27 days ago. Bred to make a speedy 2yo but struggling from halfway on recent debut; may need time.
3	7 3rd (7) (7/1 +30%) Perianth	7 7/1(+30%)	(7) Perianth 7/1, Foaled January 11. €125,000 foal, 65,000 gns 2-y-o, Calyx filly. Half-sister to smart winner up to 7.4f I'm A Gambler. Dam winner up to 1¼m (2-y-o 8.6f winner) who stayed 1½m from an excellent family. 33/1, sixth of 10 in maiden at Leicester (6f, good) on debut 31 days ago. May well do better. Well-connected filly; showed promise in 6f debut; may need another furlong; can progress.
4	3 4th (3) (7/1 +65%) Idle Assembly	7 7/1(+65%)	(3) Idle Assembly 7/1, Foaled May 8. €110,000 yearling, Night of Thunder filly. Half-sister to 7f-1½m winner Noble Mark. 14/1, fifth of 9 in minor event at Haydock (6f, good to firm) on debut 15 days ago, not knocked about. May do better. Bred for further but not disgraced on 6f debut and yard's newcomers often come on plenty.
5th	5 5th (5) (3.5/1 +22%) Looby	3.5 3.5/1(+22%)	(5) Looby 3.5/1, Foaled January 29. £68,000 yearling, Havana Grey filly. Dam, winner up to 6.3f (including at 2 yrs), half-sister to useful 1½m winner (stayed 2m) Macbeth. Highly promising type. 16/1, fifth of 11 in minor event at Windsor (6f, good to soft) on debut 18 days ago. Open to significant improvement. Windsor debut at 6f started without stalls; ran fast for a long way; should improve.
6th	2 6th (2) (4/1 -145%) Hard To Resist	4 4/1(-145%)	(2) Hard To Resist 4/1, Foaled January 22. Dubawi filly. Dam, winner up to 1m (2-y-o 6f winner), half-sister to very smart 7f-9.5f winner Usherette. Noteworthy newcomer. Likely newcomer from top yard; yard won this with a beginner 12 months ago.

LTO Selection:

ROYAL ELYSIAN arguably sets the standard on her debut second at Haydock earlier in the month and, with that run under her belt, she's expected to be a lot sharper, especially at the gates where she lost several lengths at the start. Hard To Resist is bred to have a say, with the market likely to prove informative, and you can also make a case for Windsor fifth Looby.

This looks particularly tricky. Those with experience will need to improve, and some undoubtedly will, but newcomer HARD TO RESIST looks good on paper and may well be up to making a winning start. Looby really caught the eye on debut and can be expected to take a big step forward and outrun her odds, while Dazzling Star should improve for her Kempton debut.

Those to have raced don't set a daunting standard and William Haggas may be able to provide the answer with newcomer HARD TO RESIST.

17:15 Newmarket Maiden (Class 4) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:30 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (5.5/1 -10%) Nelson Gay	5.5 5.5/1(-10%)	(3) Nelson Gay 5.5/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2021. 8/1, respectable third of 8 in handicap at Catterick (5f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Weighted to go well off a falling mark. 3rd at Catterick and this two-time Tapeta winner should be suited by today's stiffer test.
2	2 2nd (2) (2.75/1 +45%) Dandy Dinmont	2.75 2.75/1(+45%)	(2) Dandy Dinmont 2.75/1, C&D winner. Below form fifth of 9 in handicap (5/1) at Haydock (5f, good to firm) 15 days ago, merely closing up late. Others more persuasive. Unfavourably drawn at Haydock last time and has a good record over this C&D.
3	8 3rd (8) (7.5/1 +38%) Newyorkstateofmind	7.5 7.5/1(+38%)	(8) Newyorkstateofmind 7.5/1, Latest win at Hamilton in June. 16/1, last of 9 in handicap at Ayr (6f, firm) 6 days ago. Merits consideration if back to his best. Disappointing last Saturday but in good form previously and is not ruled out.
4	14 4th (14) (22/1 -10%) Ben Macdui	22 22/1(-10%)	(14) Ben Macdui 22/1, Course winner. Seventh of 9 in handicap (18/5) at ipon (5f, good to firm) 40 days ago. Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Continues to drop down the weights but he was soundly beaten at Ripon last time.
5th	6 5th (6) (7.5/1 +0%) Prodigious Blue	7.5 7.5/1(+0%)	(6) Prodigious Blue 7.5/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in May. 3/1, below-par fourth of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 36 days ago so needs to bounce back. Won over C&D last month on AW debut and may have more to offer now back here.
6th	1 6th (1) (9/1 -64%) Little Muddy	9 9/1(-64%)	(1) Little Muddy 9/1, 2 wins from 4 runs this year. Latest win at Ayr in May. Respectable fourth of 16 in handicap (7/2) at Doncaster (6f, good to firm) 41 days ago. In the mix. Two wins this spring and good fourth of 16 at Doncaster last time; could be a player.
7th	13 7th (13) (18/1 +18%) Belsito	18 18/1(+18%)	(13) Belsito 18/1, Tenth of 12 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good, 13/2) 21 days ago, not ideally placed. No forlorn hope. 3yo for whom things may click again at some point but he was disappointing three weeks ago.
8th	5 8th (5) (6.5/1 -8%) Show Me Show Me	6.5 6.5/1(-8%)	(5) Show Me Show Me 6.5/1, C&D winner. 22/1, ninth of 17 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 19 days ago. Can make presence felt if shrugging off latest effort. Encouraging signs at Beverley last time and this C&D winner is well handicapped.
9th	9 9th (9) (33/1 -65%) Jarvis	33 33/1(-65%)	(9) Jarvis 33/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 28/1, last of 8 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, soft) 10 days ago. Others appeal more. Needs to raise his game but the return to this C&D could work in his favour.
10th	10 10th (10) (50/1 -178%) Blazing Hot	50 50/1(-178%)	(10) Blazing Hot 50/1, 3-time C&D winner. Latest win at Southwell in December. Seventh of 8 in handicap (28/1) at Thirsk (5f, soft) 10 days ago. Needs more now. Mixed on turf this summer for new yard but he's 0-19 on grass as opposed to 6-21 on AW.
11th	12 11th (12) (14/1 -75%) Elzaal	14 14/1(-75%)	(12) Elzaal 14/1, 5-time C&D winner. 4 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win here in March. Off 7 weeks before coming in last of 10 to Prodigious Blue in handicap at this C&D 52 days ago. Can bounce back now. Disappointing over C&D on May 9 but had a break since and was prolific over C&D previously.
12th	4 12th (4) (40/1 -43%) Murbih	40 40/1(-43%)	(4) Murbih 40/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in March. Last of 17 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to firm, 50/1) 19 days ago, lost all chance at start. Still needs a couple of these to falter. Unable to beat a rival on turf the last twice but the AW is his game; could go well.
13th	11 13th (11) (16/1 +36%) Run This Way	16 16/1(+36%)	(11) Run This Way 16/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Below form seventh of 13 in handicap (11/1) at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 55 days ago. Others are preferred. Well handicapped on last year's best 6f form but hasn't been at the same level this year.
14th	7 14th (7) (20/1 -82%) Libertus	20 20/1(-82%)	(7) Libertus 20/1, Unseated rider start in handicap (8/1) at Chelmsford City (5f) 8 days ago. Good Lingfield second prior to that so he can give a good account. Bumped into a thriving winner when going close at Lingfield on last completed start.

LTO Selection:

LITTLE MUDDY has been running well over 6f of late and this stiff 5f appears likely to unlock some more improvement. Seb Spencer's sprinter was a good winner at Ayr on her penultimate appearance and after performing well again for fourth when upped to this mark at Doncaster subsequently, she is worth sticking with. Dandy Dinmont should also be thereabouts if he's more alert at the start, while Nelson Gay isn't easily ruled out.

Not so competitive as the numbers suggest and NELSON GAY is fancied to capitalise on a good mark and end a losing run for his current yard. Little Muddy is feared most in her attempt to bag a third win of 2023 ahead of Libertus who appeals as the pick of the rest for place purposes.

Nigel Tinkler may hold the key to this race and PRODIGIOUS BLUE is preferred to stablemate Dandy Dinmont.

17:30 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:35 Curragh Maiden 7f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	12 1st (12) (0.62/1 -17%) Ylang Ylang	0.62 0.62/1(-17%)	(12) Ylang Ylang 0.62/1, Foaled March 9. 1,500,000 gns yearling, Frankel filly. From an excellent family. Noteworthy newcomer and is preferred by Ryan Moore. Cost 1,500,000gns as a yearling, winning dam a half-sister to a pair of top-level winners.
2	4 2nd (4) (9/1 -80%) Dollerina	9 9/1(-80%)	(4) Dollerina 9/1, Foaled February 22. Territories filly. Closely related to useful 2-y-o 5f winner Head Mistress and half-sister to several winners, including useful 2-y-o 8.4f winner Rule The Waves. Closely related to 5f 2yo Listed winner Head Mistress, half-sister to four winners.
3	9 3rd (9) (40/1 -21%) She's Quality	40 40/1(-21%)	(9) She's Quality 40/1, Foaled March 3. €195,000 yearling, Acclamation filly. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, half-sister to very smart 5f-7f winner Make A Challenge. E195,000 yearling, dam won on debut and is a half-sister to the useful Make A Challenge.
4	1 4th (1) (16/1 +43%) Betula	16 16/1(+43%)	(1) Betula 16/1, Foaled March 1. Lope De Vega filly. Dam, Canadian 1m/8.5f winner, half-sister to high-class winner up to 1m Alpha Centauri. Dam is a half-sister to yard's Group 1 winners Alpha Centauri, Alpine Star and Discoveries.
5th	11 5th (11) (7/1 +56%) Ten Deep	7 7/1(+56%)	(11) Ten Deep 7/1, Foaled May 4. 40,000 gns foal, €75,000 2-y-o, Ten Sovereigns filly. Dam lightly-raced half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Havana Gold out of smart 5f/6f winner Jessica's Dream. Dam failed to win but is noteworthy as a half-sister to 1m Group 1 winner Havana Gold.
6th	2 6th (2) (22/1 +67%) Caught U Looking	22 22/1(+67%)	(2) Caught U Looking 22/1, Foaled March 4. €27,000 yearling, Harzand filly. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 6f/7f winner Double Or Bubble. First foal, dam unraced half-sister to Group 3 winners Mix And Mingle and Double Or Bubble.
7th	6 7th (6) (18/1 +45%) Finsceal Luas	18 18/1(+45%)	(6) Finsceal Luas 18/1, Foaled April 3. Camelot filly. Closely related to smart 2-y-o 1m winner Ol' Man River and half-sister to 3 winners, including useful 1m winner La Figlia. Stable in good form. 11th foal out of the top-class Finsceal Beo, closely related to the smart Ol' Man River.
8th	8 8th (8) (7/1 +13%) Opera Singer	7 7/1(+13%)	(8) Opera Singer 7/1, Foaled March 22. Justify filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 2-y-o 7f/1m winner Hit It A Bomb and 2-y-o 6f winner Brave Anna, both smart,. Noteworthy newcomer. Half-sister to six winners including top-level 2yo scorers Hit It A Bomb and Brave Anna.
9th	10 9th (10) (80/1 +20%) Tai Tam Bay	80 80/1(+20%)	(10) Tai Tam Bay 80/1, Foaled February 1. 14,000 gns foal, 25,000 gns yearling, New Bay filly. Half-sister to 9.5f/1¼m winner Perfect Refuge. Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 1¼m Rosa Grace. Half-sister to minor turf/AW winner Perfect Refuge, dam 7f winner, others more appealing.
10th	5 10th (5) (25/1 -79%) Enthralling	25 25/1(-79%)	(5) Enthralling 25/1, Foaled April 11. Galileo filly. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner. First foal out of a 5f winner who was second in the Queen Mary, trainer won the Albany.
11th	3 11th (3) (22/1 -57%) Centuria	22 22/1(-57%)	(3) Centuria 22/1, Foaled March 3. €300,000 yearling, Advertise filly. Dam, French 1½m winner, half-sister to smart 7f/1m winner Stunning Spirit from an excellent family. Yard in good form. Cost E300,000 as a yearling, first foal, dam French 1m4f winner, stablemate of Dollerina.
12th	7 12th (7) (100/1 -25%) Nativity Square	100 100/1(-25%)	(7) Nativity Square 100/1, (Production):fourth foal: sister to 2-y-o 6f winner Eastern Voice: dam lightly-raced half-sister to smart/moody 1½m winner Via Galilei. Sister to Listed-placed 6f juvenile winner Eastern Voice, apparent second-string for yard.

LTO Selection:

This contest has the potential to throw up some well above-average performers and a tentative vote goes to BETULA. Jessica Harrington won this contest in 2021 with Discoveries, who went on to land the Moyglare, and the daughter of Lope De Vega makes a fair amount of appeal as her dam is a half-sister to Discoveries, as well as star fillies Alpha Centauri and Alpine Star. Aidan O'Brien's pair Opera Singer and Ylang Ylang both command the utmost respect, while others to note include Finsceal Luas, Centuria and She's Quality.

A field of newcomers and YLANG YLANG stands out on paper being a very expensive daughter of Frankel. Stablemate Opera Singer is respected as well, along with Dollerina.

All newcomers here and Frankel filly YLANG YLANG, an expensive yearling purchase, has been chosen by Ryan Moore over Opera Singer

17:35 Curragh Maiden 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:40 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 7f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (2.75/1 +21%) Paws For Thought	2.75 2.75/1(+21%)	(5) Paws For Thought 2.75/1, Hasn't won for a long time but posted several creditable efforts in defeat last term and reappearance third over this C&D (heavy) was encouraging. Subsequently went off too hard back here and definite chance from stall 3 provided the ground isn't on the fast side. Has undergone a wind op. Good overall record here; weakened in Class 2 latest but this easier; had wind op; player.
2	3 2nd (3) (4.5/1 +40%) Maywake	4.5 4.5/1(+40%)	(3) Maywake 4.5/1, Winless since bagging a big-field York handicap on reappearance last season but has performed with plenty of credit all 4 starts this time round, not least when third at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm) last time. Mark unchanged and should be on the premises once more. Placed in competitive handicaps on all four starts this year; should go well again.
3	10 3rd (10) (10/1 +29%) Mabre	10 10/1(+29%)	(10) Mabre 10/1, Bagged third win of 2023 in 1m handicap at Newbury in May before posting a solid second of 8 at Bath later that month. By no means disgraced under back up to 1¼m last time but others make more appeal on this occasion. 1m winner last month; never dangerous over 1m2f latest but this is more his trip.
4	7 4th (7) (11/1 +31%) Dolly Gray	11 11/1(+31%)	(7) Dolly Gray 11/1, Improved form back on turf in recent weeks, doing the job well from the front at Nottingham (6f, firm) prior to going down narrowly off 5 lb higher over the same C&D 8 days later. Return to this trip shouldn't be an issue and, along with Metabolt, she's one of two live contenders for her yard. In good form from the front over 6f recently but not obviously crying out for return to 7f.
5th	4 5th (4) (22/1 -144%) Brasil Power	22 22/1(-144%)	(4) Brasil Power 22/1, Resumed winning ways upon rejoining this yard at Wolverhampton (7f) in May and better than the bare result dropped to 6f there last time. Step back up in trip will help and equipped with first-time cheekpieces but it could be that he's simply a better horse on the AW. Contender on two AW runs for this yard but not at best on turf in between; cheekpieces on.
6th	8 6th (8) (3.5/1 +42%) King Cabo	3.5 3.5/1(+42%)	(8) King Cabo 3.5/1, Opened turf account at Lingfield (7f, good to firm) on penultimate start and seemingly raised his game when a close third off this 4 lb higher mark at Newbury next time. Remains unexposed on turf and needs considering from a handy draw. Arrives in form after win and third over this trip in recent weeks; well drawn; claims.
7th	2 7th (2) (5/1 +0%) Danzan	5 5/1(+0%)	(2) Danzan 5/1, Won twice last season, including the Ayr Bronze Cup in September, and back on the scoresheet with a strong front-running display at Thirsk (7f, soft) 10 days ago. 4 lb penalty unlikely to be a barrier to success here but stall 11 could prove problematic. Made all by 3l at Thirsk last week; harder to pull off similar tactics here from stall 11.
8th	9 8th (9) (100/1 -25%) Iconic Knight	100 100/1(-25%)	(9) Iconic Knight 100/1, Did most of his racing at Chepstow in 2022, winning twice and placed 4 times from half-a-dozen starts at that Welsh track. However, he hasn't shown much in a couple of appearances since returning to action earlier this month. Hard to fancy on his two comeback runs this month.
9th	11 9th (11) (25/1 +62%) Voltaic	25 25/1(+62%)	(11) Voltaic 25/1, Losing run mounting up and while he's by no means handicapped out of things, despite being 1 lb 'wrong' at the weights, the percentage call is to look elsewhere. Not at best on AW earlier in year but back on a workable mark if reviving after a break.
6	6 \|F\| (6) (16/1 -14%) Starshiba	16 16/1(-14%)	(6) Starshiba 16/1, Multiple AW winner during the winter and added to his tally at Newcastle (7f) in March. Decent third at Wetherby (1m, good to firm) last time but this is more competitive and, moreover, his record on turf stands at 0-20. Five-time AW winner but took turf record to 0-20 when third at Wetherby latest.

LTO Selection:

METABOLT has had a fine time of it so far this season, winning on both starts at Haydock and Windsor, and David Loughnane's gelding is taken to handle the 5lb penalty incurred for the most recent success. Tim Easterby always merits respect in these contests and recent Thirsk scorer Danzan merits a place on any shortlist. Although Brasil Power was a shade disappointing went sent off a short price favourite at Wolverhampton earlier this month, the first-time cheekpieces might aid his cause.

METABOLT displayed a nice turn of foot to quicken from last to first in a steadily-run race at Windsor and, with the possibility of more to come from this relatively lightly-raced 4-y-o, he is taken to complete the hat-trick. Next on the list is Paws For Thought, who probably wouldn't want fast ground but is otherwise appealing given his course form and handy mark. King Cabo is another to consider, along with Metabolt's stablemate Dolly Gray, but Danzan hasn't been done any favours by the draw.

This is easier than the course Class 2 PAWS FOR THOUGHT contested last time and he can make a successful return from wind surgery.

17:40 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:50 Newmarket Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (8/1 -78%) Ragosina	8 8/1(-78%)	(7) Ragosina 8/1, Hinted at ability in novice events at 2 yrs and has duly improved for the switch to handicaps/step up to 1¼m this season, finding just one too good at Pontefract and Wetherby. Possible that the fitting of cheekpieces will help eke out a little more and, if so, she should have a part to play. 2nd at Pontefract and Wetherby (both 1m2f, good to firm) in her two handicaps; headgear on.
2	1 2nd (1) (2.5/1 +29%) Moonlit Cloud	2.5 2.5/1(+29%)	(1) Moonlit Cloud 2.5/1, Resumed from a break in fine form last month, winning back-to-back handicaps over this trip at Nottingham and Yarmouth. Lost little caste in defeat when hitting the crossbar in recent hat-trick bid off this mark at Lingfield (1¼m, good to firm), and another bold show likely. An improved performer this May/June with two wins and a 2nd on varied ground; major player.
3	8 3rd (8) (33/1 +34%) Lethal Touch	33 33/1(+34%)	(8) Lethal Touch 33/1, Generallt acquitted himself wel last year, winning twice and placed on a number of occasions. However, she ran no sort of a race at Lingfield when last seen in February and is probably best watched back from a break. Off the boil last winter and not seen since February; just 1lb above her last winning mark.
4	2 4th (2) (7.5/1 +32%) Meleri	7.5 7.5/1(+32%)	(2) Meleri 7.5/1, Gained sole success to date in this race 12 months ago but she's 4 lb higher this time round and her reappearance effort at Windsor was pretty low-key, even allowing for the fact that the run was probably needed. 1st and 2nd last summer (1m2f, good; won this) in first 2 handicaps; backward steps since.
5th	5 5th (5) (6/1 -9%) Flash Bardot	6 6/1(-9%)	(5) Flash Bardot 6/1, Off the mark when landing a 1¼m Lingfield novice (AW) in March and subsequent handicap/turf debut third at Beverley was a solid effort. Enters calculations off the same mark here. Improved when close 3rd of 9 at Beverley (1m2f, good to soft) in April on handicap debut.
6th	6 6th (6) (14/1 +0%) Control	14 14/1(+0%)	(6) Control 14/1, Made the frame on several occasions in 2022 and showed the benefit of her reappearance spin when fourth of 11 at Lingfield (1¼m, AW) last week. Record stands at 0-13 and while she looks capable of getting her head in front off this mark, others look stronger on this occasion. 13-race maiden; got more competitive again when fourth of 11 at Lingfield last week.
7th	10 7th (10) (11/1 -83%) Folk Star	11 11/1(-83%)	(10) Folk Star 11/1, Little impact in a trio of novice events but fared better when third of 6 on handicap debut at at Thirsk (1½m, good) earlier this month. This trip could be just the ticket and she's one for the shortlist. Third of six from off the pace on handicap debut at Thirsk (good to firm) early this month.
8th	9 8th (9) (50/1 -52%) Manila Mist	50 50/1(-52%)	(9) Manila Mist 50/1, Signs of ability in maiden/novice company on the AW at up to 1m. Likely to be seen in a better light in handicaps at some point but she's likely to find this too competitive. Bit of stamina on the dam's side; needs marked improvement up from 1m on handicap debut.
9th	4 9th (4) (3.33/1 +0%) Swing To The Stars	3.33 3.33/1(+0%)	(4) Swing To The Stars 3.33/1, Has improved switch to handicaps with a hood enlisted the last twice, runner-up at Nottingham prior to finishing a close third at Yarmouth. Those efforts, both of which were at around 1m, suggest that this stiffer test will help and she's one to consider with William Buick booked. Did best work late over 1m in her first two handicaps; encouragement for 1m2f in pedigree.
10th	3 10th (3) (14/1 +30%) Flower Of Thunder	14 14/1(+30%)	(3) Flower Of Thunder 14/1, Successful 4 times in 2022, the latest off a 2 lb higher mark at Yarmouth in September. Nearer last than first on each of her 3 starts so far this season, though, and she needs to bounce back. Yarmouth double over 1m2f last August/September; below form in all four outings since.

LTO Selection:

Moonlit Cloud was foiled in her bid to land a hat-trick when runner-up at Lingfield on Saturday, but she must enter calculations turned out quickly off the same mark here. However, SWING TO THE STARS makes slightly more appeal now tasked with a stiffer test and the daughter of Sea The Stars is expected to relish this 1m2f distance. Flash Bardot and Ragosina also have the form to get involved and complete the shortlist.

This looks competitive for the grade and SWING TO THE STARS is taken to make it third time lucky in handicaps. She needs to step up judged on what she's achieved thus far but this stiffer test could be the catalyst for the required improvement. Folk Star brings potential to the table on what will be just her fifth career start and she is feared most, albeit only marginally as the in-form Moonlit Cloud, Flash Bardot and Ragosina are others with appealing credentials.

Several in-form contenders are not easy to split but SWING TO THE STARS has been shaping as if this step up from 1m will be a big help.

17:50 Newmarket Handicap (Class 5) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 5f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	12 1st (12) (12/1 -33%) Vintage Clarets	12 12/1(-33%)	(12) Vintage Clarets 12/1, 10/3, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Chester (5.1f, good) 13 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Can give another good account. Up just 2lb for recent Chester win and he's a possible player on AW debut.
2	2 2nd (2) (10/1 -25%) Korker	10 10/1(-25%)	(2) Korker 10/1, 8/1, bit below form 4 lengths sixth of 10 to Regional in listed race at Haydock (5f, firm) 20 days ago, slowly away. Makes tapeta debut. Needs a couple of these to falter. Can be slowly away but he can be given a chance on this season's best form; AW debut.
3	1 3rd (1) (12/1 -60%) Fine Wine	12 12/1(-60%)	(1) Fine Wine 12/1, C&D winner. Seven wins from 27 Flat runs. 4 lengths seventh of 10 to Regional in listed race (20/1) at Haydock (5f, firm) 20 days ago. Something to find on form. Front-runner who is a two-time C&D winner and capable of a bold bid.
4	5 4th (5) (10/1 -43%) Makanah	10 10/1(-43%)	(5) Makanah 10/1, Creditable fifth of 21 in handicap at York (6f, firm, 28/1) 44 days ago. One for the shortlist. Ran well over 6f at York last time and 5f seems to suit better; third in this last year.
5th	7 5th (7) (7/1 -17%) Mondammej	7 7/1(-17%)	(7) Mondammej 7/1, Course winner. Seventeen runs since last win in 2021. Good second of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (5f, firm, 11/2) 12 days ago, finishing well. Not taken lightly. On a 17-race losing run but has gone close in his last two handicaps and is effective here.
6th	4 6th (4) (12/1 +40%) King Of Bavaria	12 12/1(+40%)	(4) King Of Bavaria 12/1, Latest win at Windsor in May. 5/1, last of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (5f, firm) 12 days ago, slowly away. Needs to bounce back. Up and down on last few starts but won at Windsor and has run well here; not discounted.
7th	6 7th (6) (33/1 -65%) Arecibo	33 33/1(-65%)	(6) Arecibo 33/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2021. 10¼ lengths last of 10 to Regional in listed race at Haydock (5f, firm, 28/1) 20 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time with work to do. On a handy mark on form as recent as April but hasn't shone on his last three starts.
8th	14 8th (14) (28/1 -12%) The Thin Blue Line	28 28/1(-12%)	(14) The Thin Blue Line 28/1, Course winner. Latest win at Musselburgh in April. Last of 13 in handicap at Pontefract (6f, good, 20/1) 5 days ago. Can give a good account if shrugging off latest effort. Won at Musselburgh in April but form on his last three starts hasn't been up to scratch.
9th	13 9th (13) (40/1 -150%) Elegant Erin	40 40/1(-150%)	(13) Elegant Erin 40/1, Career best when winning 12-runner handicap (9/2) at Beverley (5f, good to soft), slowly away. Off 9 months so needs to hit the ground running. Highly progressive last season with four wins; in a warm race on return but not ruled out.
10th	10 10th (10) (14/1 +13%) Intrinsic Bond	14 14/1(+13%)	(10) Intrinsic Bond 14/1, Course winner. 15/2, last of 8 in handicap at Ripon (6f, good to firm) 23 days ago, ridden too aggressively. Looks competitive on form. C&D winner who went very close two starts ago but has struggled otherwise this season.
11th	8 11th (8) (3.5/1 +36%) Bedford Flyer	3.5 3.5/1(+36%)	(8) Bedford Flyer 3.5/1, C&D winner. Respectable sixth of 14 in handicap (4/1) at York (5f, good to firm) 34 days ago. Can go well again. Running well on turf and there's a suspicion he's slightly better on Tapeta; interesting.
12th	9 12th (9) (28/1 -100%) Look Out Louis	28 28/1(-100%)	(9) Look Out Louis 28/1, C&D winner. Nineteenth of 20 in handicap (25/1) at Epsom (5f, good to firm) 27 days ago. Needs to get back on track. Out of form on last two starts but has had wind op and is below last winning mark.
13th	3 13th (3) (2.5/1 +44%) Badri	2.5 2.5/1(+44%)	(3) Badri 2.5/1, C&D winner. 4 wins from 7 runs this year. Career best when winning 14-runner handicap at Epsom (6f, good to firm, 10/1) 27 days ago, driven out. Expected to be bang there. Three-time C&D winner who has been in the form of his life of late; obvious contender.
14th	11 14th (11) (50/1 -100%) One Night Stand	50 50/1(-100%)	(11) One Night Stand 50/1, Ridden aggressively when fading fifth of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (5f, firm, 11/1) 12 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Not discounted. Good fifth in Epsom Dash but below par since and Polytrack may be preferable to Tapeta.

LTO Selection:

Badri scored over 6f at Epsom's Derby meeting but will have to overcome a 4lb rise in the ratings for that neck success, which may leave him susceptible to some better-treated rivals such as MONDAMMEJ. Antony Brittain's charge found Listed company beyond him at Haydock but bounced back when touched off over this distance at Doncaster and, off the same mark, he appears sure to go close again. Vintage Clarets is just one other to consider.

BADRI is enjoying a fine season yet still looks weighted to bag a fifth win raised 4 lb for his latest Epsom success which is proving strong form. Mondammej is a long time without a win but feared most on the back of his good Doncaster second. Vintage Clarets and Intrinsic Bond complete the shortlist in an open sprint.

Three-time C&D winner BADRI (nap) is in the form of his life, having won a quality handicap at Epsom on Derby day, and can win again.

18:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:05 Curragh Handicap 7f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	1 1st (1) (12/1 +0%) Verhoyen	12 12/1(+0%)	(1) Verhoyen 12/1, 5-time course winner. 9/2, sixth of 7 in handicap at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 14 days ago. Fancied to do a lot better back here. Smart front-runner; gained 5th course success recently; respected back here.
2	9 2nd (9) (12/1 +0%) Hightimeyouwon	12 12/1(+0%)	(9) Hightimeyouwon 12/1, 18/1, won 17-runner handicap at Leopardstown (8f, good) 22 days ago. No banker to back that up. Best run for some time when winning at Leopardstown this month; this is tougher though.
3	8 3rd (8) (25/1 -14%) Zabeir	25 25/1(-14%)	(8) Zabeir 25/1, 11/1, career best when winning 12-runner maiden at Dundalk (7f) in September, keeping on well. Off 9 months. Could have more to offer. Of the mark on AW when dropped to this trip latest but this looks tough on back of absence.
4	13 4th (13) (8/1 +43%) Vocal Studies	8 8/1(+43%)	(13) Vocal Studies 8/1, Respectable fourth of 10 in handicap (9/1) at Gowran (7f, good) 25 days ago, never nearer. Race in him near to hand. Consistent beaten 4l latest but probably needs a return to very testing ground.
5th	5 5th (5) (6.5/1 +54%) Furnace Creek	6.5 6.5/1(+54%)	(5) Furnace Creek 6.5/1, 7/1, career best when winning 7-runner minor event at Limerick (6.7f, good) 7 days ago. More needed back in a handicap. Winner at Limerick last week and slightly longer trip may help but this is much tougher.
6th	15 6th (15) (5.5/1 +31%) Not Even Close	5.5 5.5/1(+31%)	(15) Not Even Close 5.5/1, Thrice-raced winner. Good seventh of 15 in handicap at this C&D (good, 7/1) 34 days ago. That was a good 3-y-o handicap that has worked out and she can improve. Big player. Won on debut but hasn't progressed; this looks tougher than latest C&D assignment.
7th	3 7th (3) (10/1 +38%) Eclat De Lumiere	10 10/1(+38%)	(3) Eclat De Lumiere 10/1, C&D winner. 13/2 and blinkered for 1st time, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Fairyhouse (10f, good) on return 29 days ago. Down in trip. No wins since C&D success on debut; may need further than this these days.
8th	2 8th (2) (8/1 -100%) Navagio	8 8/1(-100%)	(2) Navagio 8/1, C&D winner. 2/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at Limerick (8f, good to soft) 16 days ago by 3½ lengths from Spanish Tenor, soon clear. 8 lb higher but good shout again. In the form of his life and produced career best latest; return to 7f can help him settle.
9th	7 9th (7) (18/1 -29%) Spanish Tenor	18 18/1(-29%)	(7) Spanish Tenor 18/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 11/4, creditable 3½ lengths second of 6 to Navagio in handicap at Limerick (8f, good to soft) 16 days ago, no match for winner. Chance if rediscovering old form. 7f specialist; smart when allowed to dominate; knocking on door of late; rain will help.
10th	12 10th (12) (12/1 +14%) Crystal Black	12 12/1(+14%)	(12) Crystal Black 12/1, Ninth of 13 in handicap (33/1) at Cork (7f, heavy) 83 days ago, badly hampered. No wins since Ballinrobe maiden in 2021 over further; struggled in two runs for new yard.
11th	18 11th (18) (40/1 +20%) Cosmic Invasion	40 40/1(+20%)	(18) Cosmic Invasion 40/1, Last of 10 in handicap (25/1) at Leopardstown (8f, good) 8 days ago, going off too hard. Hood on 1st time. French winner; mixed form for this yard; tailed off again latest; hood now tried.
12th	17 12th (17) (10/1 +60%) Capuchinero	10 10/1(+60%)	(17) Capuchinero 10/1, Latest win at Dundalk in January. 9/2, seventh of 9 in handicap at Roscommon (7.2f, good) 29 days ago. Yard having good spell. Can make presence felt. Only beaten 1l on return; disappointing latest but she lurks on a good mark.
13th	19 13th (19) (22/1 +33%) Jered Maddox	22 22/1(+33%)	(19) Jered Maddox 22/1, 14/1, 25 lengths last of 17 to Hightimeyouwon in handicap at Leopardstown (8f, good) 22 days ago, not ideally placed. Encouraging 4th on penultimate run but disappointing last since; may need quicker ground.
14th	14 14th (14) (33/1 +0%) Ampeson	33 33/1(+0%)	(14) Ampeson 33/1, Creditable third of 7 in handicap at Fairyhouse (6f, good, 12/1) 14 days ago, never nearer. Beaten 2l over 6f at Fairyhouse latest; shaped like he would relish a step back up in trip.
15th	16 15th (16) (8/1 -45%) Midnight Fire	8 8/1(-45%)	(16) Midnight Fire 8/1, Course winner. Good third of 21 in handicap at this course (6.3f, good, 9/2) 23 days ago, running on. Tongue strap back on. In good form this term and lurks on a good mark; should get a decent pace to aim at.
16th	4 16th (4) (22/1 +33%) Exquisite Acclaim	22 22/1(+33%)	(4) Exquisite Acclaim 22/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2021. 10/1, 8 lengths fourth of 6 to Navagio in handicap at Limerick (8f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Losing run goes back to 2021 AW win in maiden; below his best this year.
17th	6 17th (6) (25/1 +24%) Pierre Lapin	25 25/1(+24%)	(6) Pierre Lapin 25/1, Twelfth of 13 in handicap at Leopardstown (9f, good, 10/1) 22 days ago. Back down in trip. Tongue strap on 1st time. Chance on old form. Won on AW towards end of last year; not easy to predict and out of form of late.
20	20 \|RR\| (20) (40/1 +60%) Fox Degree	40 40/1(+60%)	(20) Fox Degree 40/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, eighth of 9 in handicap (40/1) at Gowran (7f, good to soft) 12 days ago. Not easy to make a case for. Promising signs for Ralph Beckett but really struggled in two runs for new yard; 2lb wrong.

LTO Selection:

Navagio looked better than ever when winning in first-time cheekpieces at Limerick recently and he's not taken lightly, despite the handicapper having his say with an 8lb hike. A chance, however, is taken on three-year-old filly NOT EVEN CLOSE. The daughter of Zoustar ran with plenty of encouragement when only weakening inside the final furlong on her handicap debut here last month and a 3lb drop in the ratings looks potentially lenient. Verhoyen, Pandora Lovegood and Midnight Fire are others to note in a competitive contest.

A stack to consider as you'd expect, with NOT EVEN CLOSE fancied to go well after a good run in a 3-y-o C&D handicap on 2000 Guineas day that worked out nicely. Vocal Studies and Limerick-winner Navagio are firmly in the mix also.

It may be worth forgiving CAPUCHINERO her latest start when clearly not on song and she had previously looked like a progressive sort

18:05 Curragh Handicap 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:15 Chester Maiden (Class 4) 7f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (4.5/1 -35%) Witness Stand	4.5 4.5/1(-35%)	(5) Witness Stand 4.5/1, Foaled January 24. 80,000 gns foal, Expert Eye colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 6f winner Armed Response and winner up to 1m Capla Gilda. Related to winners but betting possibly best guide to expectations.
2	2 2nd (2) (11/1 -47%) Mnawekh	11 11/1(-47%)	(2) Mnawekh 11/1, Foaled March 6. €50,000 yearling, £38,000 2-y-o, Mehmas colt. Dam maiden (stayed 1¼m), half-sister to useful 2-y-o 6.5f/7f winner Glitter Girl. From a stable which enjoys plenty of juvenile success; betting informative.
3	6 3rd (6) (3/1 +0%) Wootton's Jewel	3 3/1(+0%)	(6) Wootton's Jewel 3/1, Foaled March 21. 55,000 gns yearling, Wootton Bassett colt. Half-brother to 9.5f winner Rubina Rose. Dam winner up to 1¼m (2-y-o 1m winner) who stayed 12.5f. Son of Wootton Bassett; yard no stranger to 2yo success here.
4	1 4th (1) (12/1 +0%) Indication Court	12 12/1(+0%)	(1) Indication Court 12/1, Foaled April 16. 32,000 gns yearling, €62,000 2-y-o, Inns of Court colt. Half-brother to several winners, including useful 2-y-o 5f winner Clem Fandango and 6.5f winner Happy Sun Percy. Dam lightly raced Half-brother to winners and stable no stranger to 2yo success in 2023.
5th	7 5th (7) (7.5/1 +17%) Dufresne	7.5 7.5/1(+17%)	(7) Dufresne 7.5/1, Foaled March 2. 6,000 gns yearling, Harry Angel colt. Half-brother to 6f winner Poweredbylove. Dam 5f winner. Speedy pedigree and not an obvious one to be starting over 7f.
6th	8 6th (8) (3/1 +40%) Quick Away	3 3/1(+40%)	(8) Quick Away 3/1, Foaled February 23. 9,000 gns foal, 17,000 gns yearling, Muhaarar filly. Half-sister to 7f/7.6f winner Motawaajed and 7f-1m winner Lattam, both useful. Dam, unraced, closely related to very smart 7f-9f winner Haatheq. Bred to be useful and hails from a leading yard; respected if betting vibes strong.
7th	3 7th (3) (5/1 +29%) Rukaana	5 5/1(+29%)	(3) Rukaana 5/1, Foaled March 23. 25,000 gns foal, 60,000 gns yearling, Dark Angel colt. Dam twice-raced half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Mankib out of 1000 Guineas winner (stayed 10.5f) Natagora. Yard has had three first-time-out 2yo winners this season so market confidence significant.

LTO Selection:

No previous form on offer so the betting market will be most informative. Charlie Johnston and Franny Norton are no strangers to having winners at this track and, receiving weight all-round, QUICK AWAY may just be the answer in what looks a tricky affair. Wootton's Jewel is out of a Listed winner and commands respect, while Rukaana, a son of Dark Angel who was purchased for 60,000gns in October, completes the shortlist.

A race restricted to newcomers, and the market will offer valuable clues, but Timeform's provisional ratings for debutants point towards WOOTTON'S JEWEL, Quick Away and Timebar and they are preferred in that order.

In a newcomers race where the betting will guide the vote goes to RUKAANA, whose stable has had a few 2yo debut scorers in 2023.

18:15 Chester Maiden (Class 4) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:25 Newmarket Stakes (Class 4) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (7/1 -110%) Le Mans	7 7/1(-110%)	(6) Le Mans 7/1, 470,000 gns yearling, Kodiac filly. Half-sister to yard's smart 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Lusail. Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner, half-sister to Golden Jubilee Stakes winner Fayr Jag. Belated debut but up against plenty of fillies already looking a bit exposed and she could get involved if ready to go. 470,000gns yearling; Kodiac half-sister to 6f-7f 2yo winner Lusail (RPR 117).
2	3 2nd (3) (4/1 +33%) Fleurir	4 4/1(+33%)	(3) Fleurir 4/1, Her reappearance Newcastle second to the Sandringham winner Coppice reads well but she hasn't progressed herself, proving particularly disappointing on her handicap debut at Southwell (7f) recently. Probably vulnerable. Big shout if bouncing back from a poor show on handicap debut (7f, AW; favourite).
3	1 3rd (1) (12/1 +14%) Ayyab	12 12/1(+14%)	(1) Ayyab 12/1, Better for debut when fourth of 15 in maiden at Nottingham (8.3f, good to firm, 40/1) 15 days ago, barely adequate test. One for handicaps over further. 40-1, improved when 4th of 15 at Nottingham (1m, good to firm), sticking to task very well.
4	4 4th (4) (3.6/1 -106%) Full Regalia	3.6 3.6/1(-106%)	(4) Full Regalia 3.6/1, Cracking pedigree, a Ulysses half-sister to several winners, including smart 7f winner Audience and useful 2-y-o scorer Dark Lady. 8/1, shaped very well amidst greenness when 1½ lengths fourth of 13 in 7f maiden at Yarmouth 16 days ago, faring easily best of the newcomers. Lots more to come. 8-1, slowly away but close up final 2f when fourth of 13 at Yarmouth (7f, good to firm).
5th	8 5th (8) (40/1 +60%) Miss Lightfandango	40 40/1(+60%)	(8) Miss Lightfandango 40/1, Well held in 7f novices last autumn. Well beaten twice at 7f as 2yo; 150-1 when upset in the stalls (withdrawn) four weeks ago.
6th	2 6th (2) (3/1 +33%) Beautiful Summer	3 3/1(+33%)	(2) Beautiful Summer 3/1, Showed more than first time up when third at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 4/1) 25 days ago, running to a fair level, but a long way off living up to her very good pedigree as yet. Close third of 11 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7f, AW) and suggested she will stay 1m.
7th	10 7th (10) (14/1 +44%) Sanction	14 14/1(+44%)	(10) Sanction 14/1, Camelot half-sister to very smart 6f winner Sense of Duty. Looks the part but she's presumably had issues or been slow to learn and made an unpromising start to her career at Newbury (1m) recently. 6-1 from 8-1 for recent novice at Newbury (1m, good) but did not show much.
8th	5 8th (5) (3.5/1 +53%) Gentle Light	3.5 3.5/1(+53%)	(5) Gentle Light 3.5/1, Fair form in 2 starts, still looking very raw at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm) 39 days ago. Well-bred filly can do better in time. Well related; fair form in two maidens; place chance on that and these are early days.
9th	7 9th (7) (125/1 -25%) Louaizeh	125 125/1(-25%)	(7) Louaizeh 125/1, Not beaten another rival in 2 novice events. Last of 11 in 1m novice races at Chelmsford (AW) and Goodwood (good to firm) 15 days later.
10th	9 10th (9) (200/1 -100%) O'mhaire	200 200/1(-100%)	(9) O'mhaire 200/1, Last in 2 contests 9 months apart. No appeal. 250-1 and 200-1 when finishing last in September and at Newmarket (1m, good) last Saturday.

LTO Selection:

FULL REGALIA offered plenty of encouragement when finishing fourth on her debut over 7f at Yarmouth recently and this extra distance may bring about enough improvement to record a breakthrough success. Beautiful Summer and Fleurir could also put their experience to good use and play a part in the finish, while any market support for newcomer Le Mans, a half-sister to dual Group 2 winner Lusail, may be worth heeding too.

A number of these will do better when handicapping but the one to side with in the here and now is FULL REGALIA, a massive eye-catcher at Yarmouth a fortnight ago and who can surely win a race like this with stacks of improvement potentially on the cards. Newcomer Le Mans has a fantastic pedigree and could figure if ready to go.

With Fleurir having disappointed so badly last time, this may be decided between AYYAB, Full Regalia and Beautiful Summer.

18:25 Newmarket Stakes (Class 4) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:35 Newcastle Group 3 (Class 1) 10f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (3/1 +33%) Al Husn	3 3/1(+33%)	(1) Al Husn 3/1, Smart filly who won all 3 starts last season, including a red-hot valuable Newmarket fillies/mares handicap over this trip in October. Fine return in the Group 2 Dahlia on reappearance and didn't need to improve to land the odds in listed company a month ago. Improving 4yo who was a Listed winner at Ayr last month and is respected.
2	4 2nd (4) (0.73/1 -38%) Nashwa	0.73 0.73/1(-38%)	(4) Nashwa 0.73/1, Winner of French Oaks at Chantilly and Nassau at Goodwood last summer and nothing wrong with a couple of in-frame efforts at the highest level to end the campaign. Looked a bit rusty on her reappearance but she's the class act here on AW debut. May have needed reappearance run and she won two Group 1s last year; stand-out form claims.
3	5 3rd (5) (12/1 -20%) One For Bobby	12 12/1(-20%)	(5) One For Bobby 12/1, Winner of first 2 starts at Gowran for Johnny Murtagh last May and went on to post a couple of good efforts in more exalted company for that yard. Transferred to Hughie Morrison and better than ever when successful in listed company at Nottingham last month. Listed winner at Nottingham on stable debut and she has each-way claims.
4	3 4th (3) (11/1 +45%) Misty Dancer	11 11/1(+45%)	(3) Misty Dancer 11/1, Progressive 3-y-o and confirmed she's useful back on the AW for latest win at Chelmsford 3 weeks ago. Strong traveller who looks worth a shot at this level. Won 1m2f handicap at Chelmsford and could have more left in the tank; each-way claims.
5th	9 5th (9) (80/1 -142%) Heavenly Breath	80 80/1(-142%)	(9) Heavenly Breath 80/1, Runner-up at Group 3/listed level over 1m in France. Did too much too soon when well held in 1m German Group 3 and while she showed a bit more at Goodwood, that level still well short of what's required here. Fair Listed fourth at Goodwood last time but needs something extra in first-time blinkers.
6th	7 6th (7) (11/1 +56%) Star Fortress	11 11/1(+56%)	(7) Star Fortress 11/1, Sea The Stars filly who confirmed debut promise when taking Chelmsford novice (10f) and showed improved form upped significantly in grade when third in a listed event at Newmarket last summer. Limitations perhaps exposed after but she's in top hands ahead of reappearance. Listed third last July; lightly raced but improvement needed to threaten on her return.
7th	2 7th (2) (50/1 -79%) Belt Buckle	50 50/1(-79%)	(2) Belt Buckle 50/1, Half-sister to 7f winners Brigham Young and Cosmo Sherpa. Dam, winner up to 9.4f (including Dance Design Stakes) and made successful start herself despite signs of greenness at Wolverhampton in February (9.5f). Fared as well as could be expected upped in listed class last month and this even harder. Promise on both starts in 2022 but returns from an absence in a hot race; it's a big ask.
8th	6 8th (6) (50/1 +0%) Rousay	50 50/1(+0%)	(6) Rousay 50/1, Listed winner at Salisbury in August and just as good when fourth at that level on the AW final 3-y-o start. Probably needed recent reappearance but big career best needed. Listed winner last August but needs to come on plenty for reappearance outing.
9th	8 9th (8) (16/1 +11%) Bright Diamond	16 16/1(+11%)	(8) Bright Diamond 16/1, Useful at 2 (third in Prestige at Goodwood and Fillies' Mile at Newmarket). Outclassed in the Oaks second run back this term and this more her level with cheekpieces on. Bang there 2f out before fading in the Oaks; not ruled out now back down in distance.

LTO Selection:

NASHWA steps out of Group company for the first time in well over a year and given she gets into this without any penalties, she should be able to make her class tell and get her season back on track before a potential defence of her Nassau Stakes crown at Goodwood. Al Husn was a cosy winner of a Listed affair at Ayr and appears the biggest threat to the selection, although One For Bobby got off the mark at the first time of asking for Hughie Morrison at Nottingham and can't be discounted.

NASHWA established herself at a higher level than this as a 3-y-o, winning a brace of Group 1 contests and with her reappearance run unlikely to be lost on her, she can outclass these switched to the AW. Al Husn is clear second choice on form, with One For Bobby another to consider on the back of a sparkling stable debut at Nottingham.

Last year's Prix de Diane and Nassau winner NASHWA can get back on the scoresheet, with Al Husn a stand-out danger.

18:35 Newcastle Group 3 (Class 1) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:40 Curragh Stakes 12f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	13 1st (13) (8.5/1 +39%) Tudor City	8.5 8.5/1(+39%)	(13) Tudor City 8.5/1, Fairly useful gelding. 12½ lengths thirteenth of 18 to Alma Libre in handicap at Fairyhouse (10f, good, 8/1) 29 days ago. Should come on for that. Dual Galway Hurdle winner, likely to be sharper than on seasonal debut at Fairyhouse.
2	5 2nd (5) (10/1 -100%) Gradulations	10 10/1(-100%)	(5) Gradulations 10/1, Fairly useful filly. 10/3, respectable fourth of 13 in handicap at Gowran (9.4f, good) 25 days ago, running on. Back up in trip. Has shown signs of finding form on her last two runs, solid each-way candidate.
3	8 3rd (8) (12/1 +14%) Crassus	12 12/1(+14%)	(8) Crassus 12/1, 5/1, good second of 11 in handicap hurdle at Cork (16f, soft). Off 19 months but he's in good hands. Useful dual-purpose sort, in excellent form in the final months of 2021, absent since then.
4	17 4th (17) (5.5/1 -65%) Lygon Street	5.5 5.5/1(-65%)	(17) Lygon Street 5.5/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Third of 8 in maiden (9/4) at Gowran (9.4f, good) 25 days ago. More to come at this trip for his top yard. Beaten 12l when third on his most recent maiden outing, needs to raise his game.
5th	6 5th (6) (22/1 -57%) S'all Good Man	22 22/1(-57%)	(6) S'all Good Man 22/1, Fairly useful gelding. 1 win from 2 runs this year. Latest win at Dundalk in March. 10/1, last of 10 in handicap at Leopardstown (12f, good) 42 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Both wins have come on AW at Dundalk, decent turf form on good ground, trip suits well.
6th	14 6th (14) (20/1 -43%) Zileo	20 20/1(-43%)	(14) Zileo 20/1, Fair gelding. Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. 4/1, creditable sixth of 14 in handicap at Leopardstown (15f, good) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Down considerably from career-high mark, second in handicaps over 1m4f and 2m this term.
7th	4 7th (4) (3.5/1 +22%) Alma Libre	3.5 3.5/1(+22%)	(4) Alma Libre 3.5/1, Fairly useful mare. 1 win from 3 runs this year. Career best when winning 18-runner handicap at Fairyhouse (10f, good, 7/1) 29 days ago, all out. Not taken lightly. Gained breakthrough win in 1m2f Fairyhouse handicap on 14th start, needs to find extra.
8th	3 8th (3) (10/1 +17%) Queen Of Seduction	10 10/1(+17%)	(3) Queen Of Seduction 10/1, Fairly useful filly. 1 win from 3 runs this year. Winner at Roscommon in June. 4/1, good fourth of 14 in handicap at Listowel (16.2f, good) 26 days ago. Back down in trip. Flopped on seasonal debut but an otherwise reliable filly who is well suited by this trip.
9th	10 9th (10) (18/1 +36%) Beautiful Chaos	18 18/1(+36%)	(10) Beautiful Chaos 18/1, Fair mare. Eleventh of 14 in handicap (16/1) at Leopardstown (15f, good) 15 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Maiden winner on final start last season, needs to reverse Leopardstown form with Zileo.
10th	15 10th (15) (20/1 -43%) Votre Homme	20 20/1(-43%)	(15) Votre Homme 20/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, fifth of 8 in maiden (16/1) at Fairyhouse (12f, good to firm) 21 days ago. Form is progressive. Best of three maiden runs when second at Sligo, will go close if he runs up to his rating.
11th	16 11th (16) (5/1 +55%) Halla Ban	5 5/1(+55%)	(16) Halla Ban 5/1, Fair filly. Winner at Roscommon in May. Creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at Roscommon (11.7f, good, 7/1) 29 days ago. Handicap form at Gowran and Roscommon gives her reasonable prospects in a race like this.
12th	18 12th (18) (14/1 +13%) Skyquake	14 14/1(+13%)	(18) Skyquake 14/1, Seventh of 13 in maiden at Gowran (9.4f, good, 7/1) 25 days ago. Up in trip. Booking of Stone-Walsh a plus. Should have more to offer. Three runs in maidens, others have more obvious credentials but open to improvement.
13th	7 13th (7) (14/1 +0%) Cafe Con Leche	14 14/1(+0%)	(7) Cafe Con Leche 14/1, Fairly useful gelding. Ninth of 14 in handicap (12/1) at Listowel (16.2f, good) 26 days ago. Back down in trip. Cheekpieces back on. 10 Three-time hurdles winner, 0-14 Flat record but placed five times, could not be ruled out.
14th	2 14th (2) (66/1 -100%) Cursory Exam	66 66/1(-100%)	(2) Cursory Exam 66/1, Fairly useful gelding. 1 win from 1 run this year. Fourteenth of 15 in novice hurdle at Thurles (15.6f, good to soft, 125/1) 141 days ago. Off 141 days. First run for yard after leaving G. O'Leary. In good form at Dundalk during the winter, poor subsequent hurdles form not relevant.
15th	1 15th (1) (50/1 -52%) One Cool Poet	50 50/1(-52%)	(1) One Cool Poet 50/1, Fairly useful gelding. Course winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2019. 28/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at Fairyhouse (13.7f, good) 14 days ago. Veteran five-time Flat winner is likely to find this company too demanding at this stage.
16th	9 16th (9) (150/1 +0%) Athagabhain	150 150/1(+0%)	(9) Athagabhain 150/1, 150/1, sixth of 12 in minor event at Listowel (13f, good) on Flat debut 26 days ago. Difficult ask. Modest sort in bumpers and over hurdles, not disgraced at Listowel on first Flat outing.
17th	11 17th (11) (40/1 +50%) Saxe Coburg	40 40/1(+50%)	(11) Saxe Coburg 40/1, Seventh of 17 in maiden at Leopardstown (15f, good, 80/1) on debut 8 days ago, running on. Plenty to find on form. Showed some ability on belated debut in 1m7f Leopardstown maiden, faces huge task here.
18th	12 18th (12) (250/1 -150%) Srowland Jack	250 250/1(-150%)	(12) Srowland Jack 250/1, 66/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Wexford (16.7f, good) 9 days ago. Up against it back on the level. Struggling over hurdles lately, Flat form is ordinary, no apparent chance at these weights.

LTO Selection:

ALMA LIBRE was a good winner over 1m2f at Fairyhouse last time and a repeat of that success would see her take the beating in this contest. Apprentice jockey Danny Sheehy was on board on that day and he retains the ride today. Gradulations has been running consistently this term and she rates as the biggest danger, with this step up in trip likely to suit, while Queen Of Seduction should also be thereabouts.

Any number to consider, but LYGON STREET should blossom over this sort of trip and in receipt of weight from most of these, he's just about the most persuasive option. Votre Homme is going the right way and is feared, while Tudor City is dangerous with his reappearance behind him.

Not an easy race to get a handle on. GRADULATIONS steps up in trip with sound each-way prospects for one of the leading apprentices.

18:40 Curragh Stakes 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:50 Chester Seller (Class 4) 7f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	8 1st (8) (4.5/1 +72%) Pretence	4.5 4.5/1(+72%)	(8) Pretence 4.5/1, Little impact in 5f-7f maidens in Ireland but well bred and hails from yard that had an in-demand winner of a Beverley claimer last month. Down the field in maidens in Ireland but her yard does well in Britain; check the betting.
2	5 2nd (5) (6/1 -33%) Making Dreams	6 6/1(-33%)	(5) Making Dreams 6/1, Held in 5f/6f novices (beaten 9 lengths in second in 4-runner affair on debut). Needs to improve plenty for another step up in trip here. Modest form in novices (beaten 9l when second on debut); up in trip.
3	4 3rd (4) (1.5/1 +25%) Up The Jazz	1.5 1.5/1(+25%)	(4) Up The Jazz 1.5/1, Has improved with each run, unlucky not to cap his latest step forward with a narrow win stepping down from maidens when just failing in valuable 6f York seller a fortnight ago. 7f should suit and seems sure to go well again. Close second in 6f York seller latest; can go one better now stepping up to 7f.
4	9 4th (9) (7/1 +50%) Storm Alice	7 7/1(+50%)	(9) Storm Alice 7/1, 24,000 gns Advertise filly, dam of little account, half-sister to very smart 5f (Prix de l'Abbaye de Longchamp)/6f winner Gilt Edge Girl. 150/1 and little impact in warm 7f Haydock novice on debut 3 weeks ago. Yard remarkably still yet to send out a 2-y-o winner in 2023. Well drawn. 150-1, trailed throughout on 7f Haydock debut three weeks ago.
5th	1 5th (1) (3.33/1 +5%) On Borrowed Time	3.33 3.33/1(+5%)	(1) On Borrowed Time 3.33/1, 1,500 gns foal, €2,000 yearling, Land Force filly. Dam lightly raced out of winning half-sister to very smart winner up to 7f One Cool Cat (won Phoenix/National Stakes). 18/1, stayed on well to edge out long odds-on shot Mimi Kakushi in 7f Redcar seller on debut last week. Can improve and follow up. Pipped Mimi Kakushi to make a winning debut at Redcar (7f) a week ago; more to come.
6th	7 6th (7) (33/1 -18%) Patasola	33 33/1(-18%)	(7) Patasola 33/1, Ran well in 5f Beverley claimer on final start for Tim Easterby but well held in Carlisle maiden for new yard 11 days ago. This probably more her grade and she goes up in trip. Out of depth in novice latest but second in claimer before that; this is more realistic.
7th	2 7th (2) (28/1 +15%) Kenyan Warrior	28 28/1(+15%)	(2) Kenyan Warrior 28/1, Saxon Warrior colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 6f winner Giselles Ausie and 6f winner Silver Nemo. 40/1, green and always behind having missed the break from the widest stall in 6f novice here on debut 13 days ago. Slowly away and always behind on 6f course debut (good) 13 days ago.

LTO Selection:

On Borrowed Time is turned out quickly again after making a winning debut at Redcar last week and can be considered. However, MIMI KAKUSHI was a neck behind him that day when an odds-on favourite and is fancied to reverse those placings with first-time cheekpieces applied. Up The Jazz was narrowly denied in similar company at York a fortnight ago and has shaped like this extra furlong can bring out further improvement.

ON BORROWED TIME is the only previous winner in the field and can defy a penalty to remain unbeaten after edging out Mimi Kakushi at Redcar last week. George Boughey's filly has the widest draw to overcome but is unlikely to be far away again now fitted with headgear. Up The Jazz went very close in the valuable York seller a fortnight ago and has obvious claims if coping with the longer trip.

The step up to 7f should play to the strengths of UP THE JAZZ, who is preferred to last week's Redcar second Mimi Kakushi.

18:50 Chester Seller (Class 4) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:00 Newmarket Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (5.5/1 +31%) Cabinet Of Clowns	5.5 5.5/1(+31%)	(2) Cabinet Of Clowns 5.5/1, Consistent last season and took a step back in right direction third of 10 on the Rowley last month. Looked pretty hard work at Leicester since, though. Below form this season, with encouragement on second start start but disappointing latest.
2	9 2nd (9) (3.33/1 +5%) Pearl Eye	3.33 3.33/1(+5%)	(9) Pearl Eye 3.33/1, Doubled tally at Haydock in May and backed it up with good third of 6 in handicap at Pontefract (1m) 18 days ago, conceding first run. Up in trip. Leading claims. Progressive in handicaps and again has to be taken seriously.
3	7 3rd (7) (66/1 -200%) Split Elevens	66 66/1(-200%)	(7) Split Elevens 66/1, Won a brace of AW contests early this year but he's a tricky ride and he blew the start back on turf 3 weeks ago. Comes with risks attached. Downhill on last three starts and probably needs to be in peak form.
4	6 4th (6) (5.5/1 +31%) Le Reveur	5.5 5.5/1(+31%)	(6) Le Reveur 5.5/1, Form dipped badly in second half of last season but dropped a long way in the weights and much more like it when runner-up over C&D a week ago. Task is to now back that up, which isn't certain on profile. Last week's C&D second was one of his better days and makes him temptingly handicapped.
5th	1 5th (1) (22/1 +12%) Boafo Boy	22 22/1(+12%)	(1) Boafo Boy 22/1, Made handicap breakthrough at Newcastle in January. Hasn't been able to kick on from that, never really in the hunt back on turf last month. Seen mostly on AW; his never-dangerous return to turf one month ago fails to persuade.
6th	5 6th (5) (7.5/1 -67%) Raqraaq	7.5 7.5/1(-67%)	(5) Raqraaq 7.5/1, Back from 4-month absence when good third of 12 in handicap at Kempton (1m) held up in a steadily-run race. Ridden more prominently returned to turf when second at Windsor and he's one to consider. 0-11 overall but usually on the premises in handicaps; close second at Windsor latest.
7th	8 7th (8) (4/1 +20%) Tamaluk	4 4/1(+20%)	(8) Tamaluk 4/1, Didn't quite kick on as expected in her 2yo season but fitted with cheekpieces, she went with far more zest when second at Leicester. One to consider. Back-to-form second at Leicester (1m, good to firm) on latest start, in first cheekpieces.
8th	3 8th (3) (6/1 -20%) Grand Libya	6 6/1(-20%)	(3) Grand Libya 6/1, Consistent performer who posted another solid effort when third of 10 at Windsor 3 weeks ago, well placed in a steadily-run affair. Another bold bid likely from the same mark. 0-9; probably involved again but a bit too exposed for win purposes.
9th	4 9th (4) (18/1 -29%) Giovanni Baglione	18 18/1(-29%)	(4) Giovanni Baglione 18/1, Promising return from 6 months off when third of 10 in handicap at Yarmouth (10.1f) last month, sticking to his task. Lacked a turf of foot at Haydock last time but blinkers may sharpen him up. Won this race last year off 2lb lower on handicap debut; recent efforts aren't good enough.
10th	10 10th (10) (25/1 -25%) High Court Judge	25 25/1(-25%)	(10) High Court Judge 25/1, Gelded/switched to handicaps, improved on exploits as a 2-y-o in Ireland to land back-to-back events at 1m on AW earlier this year. Found revised mark beyond him twice since and now back on turf. AW form dipped for last two starts; has first turf run since three Irish maidens as 2yo.

LTO Selection:

LE REVEUR went close over C&D last week and the six-year-old is fancied to go one better this time around, especially running off a 2lb lower mark and, therefore, being 3lb well-in compared to future handicaps. Pearl Eye has yet to run a bad race since being upped to this trip and looks sure to give another good account of himself. Although yet to get off the mark, Raqraaq appears to be heading in the right direction and it would be no surprise should he open his account here.

PEARL EYE takes on his elders for the first time and promises to relish this trip, so he's a very appealing candidate. Tamaluk and Raqraaq head the list of dangers.

Among the several who make appeal judged on recent efforts, PEARL EYE (nap) tops the list as he's been making regular progress.

19:00 Newmarket Handicap (Class 5) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:10 Newcastle Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (11/1 +8%) Miami Thunder	11 11/1(+8%)	(9) Miami Thunder 11/1, Thirteenth of 14 in handicap (14/1) at Leopardstown (8f, good) 15 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. First run for yard after leaving Adrian Murray but turned out quite quickly on the back of that heavy defeat. Potentially on a good mark and change of scenery may do him good.
2	1 2nd (1) (3.33/1 +26%) Swiss Ace	3.33 3.33/1(+26%)	(1) Swiss Ace 3.33/1, Course winner. Latest win here in March. 9/4, fifth of 6 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 30 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Course winner over 7f; 6f perhaps too sharp last time but 1m might be too far.
3	6 3rd (6) (3.5/1 -9%) Vindobala	3.5 3.5/1(-9%)	(6) Vindobala 3.5/1, Unreliable individual. 4-time course winner. Thirteenth of 14 in handicap (8/1) at Hamilton (9.2f, good) 47 days ago, though he was denied a clear run. Below par on turf the last twice but had been running well on the AW.
4	4 4th (4) (10/1 -82%) Anif	10 10/1(-82%)	(4) Anif 10/1, Three-time C&D winner. Latest win here in March. Creditable third of 6 in handicap (7/2) at this C&D 52 days ago and likely to give it another good go back from a short break. Five course wins to his name and again wasn't far away here last time.
5th	7 5th (7) (10/1 +9%) Mr Squires	10 10/1(+9%)	(7) Mr Squires 10/1, Southwell novice winner in December. Fifth of 13 in novice event (12/1) at Doncaster (7f, heavy) 89 days ago. Opening mark asks for more but he's unexposed. Course winner but rather watch off this mark on handicap debut.
6th	5 6th (5) (5/1 +9%) Love Your Work	5 5/1(+9%)	(5) Love Your Work 5/1, Good second of 14 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 13/2) 17 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal. Shortlist material from just 1 lb higher. Ran well behind one ahead of his mark at Southwell 17 days ago.
7th	8 7th (8) (3/1 +33%) Centre Court	3 3/1(+33%)	(8) Centre Court 3/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in April. Eighth of 11 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good to firm, 12/1) 19 days ago. This is slightly easier back on the AW. Front-runner with form figures of 221 at this venue; 1m2f appeared a stretch last time.

LTO Selection:

LOVE YOUR WORK has gone well at this track in the past and looks to be on a workable mark having run with credit on his last two starts. Five-time course winner Anif is showing no signs of slowing down, despite his advancing years, and appears to have solid each-way credentials along with Mr Squires, who is having his first start in handicap company and an opening mark of 80 looks fair, with this step up in trip likely to suit.

LOVE YOUR WORK did very well to stick around for as long as he did having helped set a brisk pace at Southwell 17 days ago, and on that evidence, he's ready to add to his AW tally. Swiss Ace drops slightly in class and is a big threat, with the tricky Vindobala dangerous if she's on her game.

The suggestion is multiple AW winner LOVE YOUR WORK who chased home one ahead of its mark at Southwell

19:10 Newcastle Handicap (Class 4) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:15 Curragh Handicap 9f - 22 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	16 1st (16) (5.5/1 +54%) Kodiac Prince	5.5 5.5/1(+54%)	(16) Kodiac Prince 5.5/1, 9/4, won 12-runner handicap at Gowran (8f, good to soft) 12 days ago. Others more persuasive. In form this term; deservedly won at Gowran last week and 5lb rise fine; would prefer rain.
2	1 2nd (1) (5.5/1 +50%) Overheer	5.5 5.5/1(+50%)	(1) Overheer 5.5/1, 1 win from 1 run this year. 8/1, won 13-runner handicap at Leopardstown (8f, good) 8 days ago, driven out. Needs a couple of these to falter. Returned with career best last week; 7lb rise is fine and so is 1m1f but could bounce.
3	18 3rd (18) (22/1 -10%) Jabbar	22 22/1(-10%)	(18) Jabbar 22/1, First run since leaving G. O'Leary when respectable eighth of 22 in handicap at Cork (7f, soft, 40/1) 14 days ago. Back up in trip. Winner on h'cap debut on AW in 2021; missed 2022 and hasn't progressed in 2 runs this term.
4	9 4th (9) (33/1 -18%) Giuseppe Cassioli	33 33/1(-18%)	(9) Giuseppe Cassioli 33/1, Eighth of 10 in handicap (16/1) at Leopardstown (7.2f, good) 15 days ago. Up in trip. Low-key start for this yard so far and needs to prove he's as effective on turf as AW.
5th	19 5th (19) (7.5/1 +46%) Slieve Binnian	7.5 7.5/1(+46%)	(19) Slieve Binnian 7.5/1, 16/1, first run since leaving M. Halford when seventh of 10 in handicap at Leopardstown (8f, good) 8 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Off the mark on AW bow last year; shaped like he needed last week's return.
6th	11 6th (11) (10/1 -43%) Imposing Supreme	10 10/1(-43%)	(11) Imposing Supreme 10/1, 9/2, respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Leopardstown (7.2f, good) 15 days ago. Back up in trip. Can make presence felt. 4-46; 3 wins at Galway and will be of more interest back there next month.
7th	17 7th (17) (10/1 +9%) Barrys Rock	10 10/1(+9%)	(17) Barrys Rock 10/1, 17/2, creditable fourth of 13 in handicap at Fairyhouse (12f, good) 14 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Down in trip. Enters calculations. 0-18; in good form this term but this trip is the bare minimum.
8th	6 8th (6) (22/1 +45%) Arthur's Victory	22 22/1(+45%)	(6) Arthur's Victory 22/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. 16/1, first run since leaving Joseph Parr when eighth of 11 in handicap at Leopardstown (9f, good) 15 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Low-key yard debut earlier this month and others are probably on better marks.
9th	12 9th (12) (6.5/1 -18%) Court Of Appeal	6.5 6.5/1(-18%)	(12) Court Of Appeal 6.5/1, Career best when winning 17-runner handicap (12/1) at Navan (10f, good to soft) 19 days ago, just holding on. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Defied lengthy absence on this month's return; chance he could bounce but well treated.
10th	14 10th (14) (22/1 +56%) Thefullbackline	22 22/1(+56%)	(14) Thefullbackline 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Fifteenth of 17 in handicap at Leopardstown (8f, good, 25/1) 22 days ago. Something to find on form. Showed promise in 2 maiden starts but low-key h'cap debut latest.
11th	4 11th (4) (50/1 -25%) My Kurkum	50 50/1(-25%)	(4) My Kurkum 50/1, Tongue strap on for 1st time, fourteenth of 17 in novice hurdle at Punchestown (16.2f, good, 200/1) 20 days ago, pulling hard. Hood back on. Merits consideration. Tailed off in 3 runs over timber for new yard but this was his trip on the level in France.
12th	20 12th (20) (7.5/1 -125%) Operatic Artist	7.5 7.5/1(-125%)	(20) Operatic Artist 7.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 3/1, last of 5 in handicap at Limerick (8f, good) 6 days ago, not clear run. Yard in good form. Tongue strap back on. Should continue to give a good account. Promise in maidens and not beaten far in 2 fillies' h'caps this month; this is tougher.
13th	22 13th (22) (20/1 -43%) Magic Charm	20 20/1(-43%)	(22) Magic Charm 20/1, One win from 22 Flat runs. Respectable ninth of 15 in handicap at Cork (10.1f, good, 13/2) 44 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. 1-22; sole win came over 1m at Naas; running okay in defeat for this yard.
14th	3 14th (3) (25/1 -56%) Jaafel	25 25/1(-56%)	(3) Jaafel 25/1, Bit below form sixth of 10 in handicap at Leopardstown (7.2f, good, 12/1) 15 days ago, merely closing up late. Back up in trip. Visor on 1st time. Looks competitive on form. Won 3 on AW through winter; inconsistent back on turf for new yard; feasibly treated.
15th	5 15th (5) (12/1 +57%) New Hill	12 12/1(+57%)	(5) New Hill 12/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. 8/1, tenth of 13 in handicap at Gowran (9.4f, good) 25 days ago. Won two 7f turf h'caps two seasons ago but losing run since; doesn't look well treated.
16th	7 16th (7) (33/1 +34%) Desert Wind	33 33/1(+34%)	(7) Desert Wind 33/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2019. 25/1, fifteenth of 16 in handicap at Limerick (8f, soft) 69 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Every chance if back to best. All 4 wins on AW and 0-13 on turf; hard to fancy on back of 4-year losing run.
17th	2 17th (2) (33/1 +34%) Dare To Flare	33 33/1(+34%)	(2) Dare To Flare 33/1, Unreliable type. Below form sixth of 12 in claiming hurdle at Sligo (18.2f, good, 14/1) 17 days ago. First run for yard after leaving A. Slattery. Others have achieved more. Not at his best on the level through the winter into spring; new yard.
18th	8 18th (8) (18/1 +10%) Dream Escape	18 18/1(+10%)	(8) Dream Escape 18/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 15/2, fifth of 10 in maiden at Listowel (8f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Not easy to make a case for. Promise in trio of maidens; not obviously well treated but may improve back up in trip.
19th	13 19th (13) (50/1 -25%) Noble Crusade	50 50/1(-25%)	(13) Noble Crusade 50/1, 33/1, creditable fifth of 11 in novice hurdle at Wexford (16.7f, good) 9 days ago. Back down in trip. Fair on the Flat, poor on last Flat outing. Decent strike-rate of 3-16; gives the impression he needs further these days.
20th	15 20th (15) (50/1 -52%) Drakensberg	50 50/1(-52%)	(15) Drakensberg 50/1, 12/1, bit below form eighth of 20 in handicap at Leopardstown (10f, good). Off 15 months. Head back in front on AW last year but likely to need this and would prefer further.
21st	21 21st (21) (33/1 +50%) Emperor Of Silk	33 33/1(+50%)	(21) Emperor Of Silk 33/1, Eleventh of 14 in handicap at Leopardstown (12.8f, good, 80/1) 22 days ago. Down in trip. Eight-race maiden and his better form is over further.
22nd	23 22nd (23) (50/1 +0%) Kraken Diamond	50 50/1(+0%)	(23) Kraken Diamond 50/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 200/1, tenth of 14 in maiden at Fairyhouse (7f, good to firm) 21 days ago. Up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Not beaten many home in 3 starts so far and 2lb wrong for his handicap debut; up in trip.

LTO Selection:

Overheer and Court Of Appeal both arrive on the back of a winning performance and should go well in search of a double, but they have no margin for error after going up 7lb and 6lb respectively in the ratings. Conversely, fellow last-start scorer KODIAC PRINCE could still be feasibly treated as a 5lb rise for scoring over 1m at Gowran 12 days still leaves him on a 3lb lower mark than when he won at Naas 10 months ago and he gets the nod to follow up today. Operatic Artist must be respected for Joseph O'Brien after a couple of good efforts in defeat, while Barrys Rock and Dabana are also worth a second look.

The vote goes to OPERATIC ARTIST, who shaped well when third on her handicap debut at Leopardstown and almost certainly would've finished closer than she did at Limerick last time granted better luck-in-running. She is probably capable of better than her current mark implies and the likely strong pace here is expected to work in her favour. Dabana was in good form on the AW earlier this year and is second choice ahead of Imposing Supreme and Kodiac Prince.

The tentative vote goes to THEFULLBACKLINE who showed some promise in maiden company and he's better than his effort on h'cap debut

19:15 Curragh Handicap 9f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:25 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	10 1st (10) (14/1 -133%) Pearly Star	14 14/1(-133%)	(10) Pearly Star 14/1, Five-race maiden bit easily best effort yet when third at Beverley 3 weeks ago, making up a lot of ground. Of serious interest on that performance. This place could suit her but she's up in grade from Class 6 company.
2	7 2nd (7) (3/1 +14%) Tajalat	3 3/1(+14%)	(7) Tajalat 3/1, Useful pedigree but achieved no more than fair form in 3 outings. Handicaps likely to see her in a better light and she's well drawn here. Opening mark isn't obviously lenient but handicaps should see her in a better light.
3	1 3rd (1) (3.5/1 +42%) Metahorse	3.5 3.5/1(+42%)	(1) Metahorse 3.5/1, Novice winner at this track last summer and also made a successful nursery debut a fortnight later. Form has levelled off since and he's left Michael Bell but eases in class for new yard with cheekpieces back on. Has struggled to get the better of the handicapper since his two wins (6f/7f) last summer.
4	5 4th (5) (9/1 +18%) River Usk	9 9/1(+18%)	(5) River Usk 9/1, Built on a good reappearance run at Catterick when off the mark in 7.5f Beverley handicap last month. Up 8 lb and readily brushed aside at York since. Won nicely on soft at Beverley; fast ground perhaps a factor in his York defeat.
5th	2 5th (2) (3.5/1 +13%) Chasseral	3.5 3.5/1(+13%)	(2) Chasseral 3.5/1, AW novice winner last September. Creditable in-frame efforts in 6f handicaps at Newmarket and Haydock first 2 starts back but she took a backward step at York and she's now upped markedly in trip. This represents a welcome drop in grade after running respectably in strong 6f handicaps.
6th	3 6th (3) (12/1 -33%) Spioradalta	12 12/1(-33%)	(3) Spioradalta 12/1, Quickly got back on the up when winning 5-runner handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) last month, sticking to his task. In nothing like the same form at York since, eased off having raced freely though ground conditions were totally different. Interesting on his Nottingham win; ground was too fast at York; not well drawn.
7th	8 7th (8) (20/1 -25%) Supaspecialawesome	20 20/1(-25%)	(8) Supaspecialawesome 20/1, Just denied at Wolverhampton on handicap bow/return but only sixth at Doncaster on turf debut next time and shaped as though amiss over C&D latest. Cheekpieces reached for. Never out of the first two in his 7f races on the AW but he's not shone on turf.
8th	4 8th (4) (7/1 +13%) Hey Lyla	7 7/1(+13%)	(4) Hey Lyla 7/1, Had gone close on numerous occasions and made the most of a good opportunity with the minimum of fuss in maiden at Ayr (7.2f, good to firm) last month. Pitched into a deeper race and brushed aside at York last month. This an easier assignment. Down the field back in a handicap at York; only 2lb lower and drawn wide.
9th	9 9th (9) (25/1 -108%) Seagrave Fox	25 25/1(-108%)	(9) Seagrave Fox 25/1, Scored twice on AW in February and proved himself on turf when sixth of 11 in handicap at Haydock last month. Likely to give it another good shot. Two 7f wins on the AW; needs more than he showed at Haydock but couldn't dismiss.
10th	6 10th (6) (50/1 -355%) Finn Russell	50 50/1(-355%)	(6) Finn Russell 50/1, Highly tried early in 2-y-o campaign and ended season with a lesser effort having raced freely over 6.9f. Left Iain Jardine and hood fitted on reappearance having been gelded. Maiden with ability and still lightly raced; off since August and returns now gelded.

LTO Selection:

The majority of these have questions to answer at present and it may pay to take a chance on handicap debutant TAJALAT. Roger Varian's filly has posted three creditable efforts to date and her opening mark of 74 looks workable. Metahorse may find some improvement from a change of scenery and is another to consider, while Chasseral could appreciate this stiffer test and is also of interest.

It may pay to side with METAHORSE starting out for a yard among the winners from an inside stall. At the other end of the weights, Pearly Star has a bigger performance in her, with Hey Lyla another to consider.

An open handicap. The suggestion is CHASSERAL, who has been contesting stronger handicaps.

19:25 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:35 Newmarket Handicap (Class 4) 7f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (0.91/1 +60%) Havana Blue	0.91 0.91/1(+60%)	(1) Havana Blue 0.91/1, Got off the mark with a career best in 13-runner handicap at Newmarket (7f, good) 41 days ago. Likeable sort who looks weighted to go in again.
2	6 2nd (6) (7/1 -75%) Dark Kestrel	7 7/1(-75%)	(6) Dark Kestrel 7/1, Reappeared with 6f Doncaster novice success in May but well below that form on both starts since, thirteenth of 21 in handicap at York (6f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Others more persuasive.
3	3 3rd (3) (8/1 -33%) Dark Trooper	8 8/1(-33%)	(3) Dark Trooper 8/1, Bagged a second win of 2023 at Kempton in January. Off 4 months and shaped as if needing the run when eighth of 10 in handicap there (7f) 23 days ago. Can take a step forward.
4	5 4th (5) (2.5/1 +9%) In These Shoes	2.5 2.5/1(+9%)	(5) In These Shoes 2.5/1, Resumed with 7.5f win at Beverley in April but only seventh of 10 in handicap at Chester (7.6f, good) 13 days ago when seeming unsuited by the track. Sort to bounce back.
5th	2 5th (2) (18/1 -300%) Behind The Scenes	18 18/1(-300%)	(2) Behind The Scenes 18/1, Debut 7f Kempton winner but below par when 15¾ lengths fourth of 6 to Continuous in Prix Thomas Bryon at Saint-Cloud (8f, soft) when last seen out 9 months ago. Needs to hit the ground running on her handicap debut.

LTO Selection:

Having finished fourth in Group 3 company on his final outing last term, an opening mark of 86 may see BEHIND THE SCENES get her campaign off to the perfect start. The Charlie Johnston-trained In These Shoes can be forgiven her most recent outing when down the field at Chester due to be posted in the widest stall of all and being slowly away. A return to this quicker surface was the reason given behind Havana Blue's comfortable victory on the Rowley Mile last month and is another worthy of consideration.

HAVANA BLUE got right back on the up when bagging a 7f handicap on the Rowley course here last month and a 4 lb rise doesn't look sufficient to prevent Clive Cox's Havana Grey colt from following up. Dark Trooper should strip fitter for his recent Kempton eighth after an absence and is rated next best ahead of In These Shoes, who seemed unsuited to Chester's turns last time and can get back on track.

This could turn out rather muddling with no definite front-runner in the field but HAVANA BLUE should have more to offer at this level.

19:35 Newmarket Handicap (Class 4) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:45 Newcastle Stakes (Class 5) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (1.25/1 +17%) Lowton	1.25 1.25/1(+17%)	(1) Lowton 1.25/1, Shaped really well on debut and didn't need to improve to win 8-runner maiden (4/6) at Leicester (7f, heavy) 48 days ago, bit in hand. Should have more to offer.
2	7 2nd (7) (22/1 +73%) Gotta Show Me	22 22/1(+73%)	(7) Gotta Show Me 22/1, Last of 11 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 66/1) 25 days ago.
3	2 3rd (2) (2.5/1 -33%) Chelsea Square	2.5 2.5/1(-33%)	(2) Chelsea Square 2.5/1, Found only one too good on debut at Newbury last month but shaped as though amiss on different ground in minor event at Chepstow (7.1f, good to firm, 6/5) 28 days ago.
4	8 4th (8) (3.33/1 -11%) Valtellina	3.33 3.33/1(-11%)	(8) Valtellina 3.33/1, Withdrawn on intended debut but displayed ability when fifth of 11 in maiden (50/1) at Newmarket (7f, good) on debut 43 days ago. Likely to improve.
5th	3 5th (3) (50/1 +24%) Chico Dulce	50 50/1(+24%)	(3) Chico Dulce 50/1, 5,000 gns yearling, Washington Dc gelding. Dam 1½m winner.
6th	5 6th (5) (9/1 +36%) Kovu	9 9/1(+36%)	(5) Kovu 9/1, Showed more than on debut despite not looking the finished article when hird of 11 in novice event at Wetherby (7f, good to firm, 100/1) 17 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Lawrence Mullaney.
7th	6 7th (6) (150/1 -50%) Expert Lady	150 150/1(-50%)	(6) Expert Lady 150/1, Twice-raced maiden. Fifth of 6 in maiden (200/1) at Beverley (7.4f, soft) 10 days ago.
8th	4 8th (4) (28/1 -12%) Frank The Spark	28 28/1(-12%)	(4) Frank The Spark 28/1, Orientor gelding. Brother to useful 6f winner Giant Spark. Dam unraced.

LTO Selection:

Lowton is sure to be popular having got off the mark in game fashion at Leicester but, conceding upwards of 7lb all round, he is passed over in favour of CHELSEA SQUARE. The Ralph Beckett-trained gelding failed to build on his promising introduction when down the field on quick ground at Chepstow, but he was reported to have bled and is given another chance. Valtellina ran much better than her odds predicted when fifth at Newmarket on debut and improvement is likely.

LOWTON had a bit in hand when confirming the abundant promise of his Doncaster debut at Leicester last time and with plenty more to come he's capable of conceding weight all round. Valtellina seems sure to step up on her opening run, with Chelsea Square a danger away from firm ground.

Having caught the eye when fifth on last month's debut at Newmarket, VALTELLINA earns the vote on her second start.

19:45 Newcastle Stakes (Class 5) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:50 Curragh Handicap 9f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	11 1st (11) (7/1 -27%) The Franchise	7 7/1(-27%)	(11) The Franchise 7/1, Promising type. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable second of 14 in maiden at Fairyhouse (7f, good to firm, 85/40) 21 days ago. Up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Threatening to come good and opening mark looks fair. All four maidens runs at 7f, twice placed, possible that longer trip will help his cause.
2	12 2nd (12) (9/1 -29%) Booyea	9 9/1(-29%)	(12) Booyea 9/1, 22/1, career best when winning 16-runner handicap at Gowran (9.4f, good) 25 days ago, driven clear. May do better still. Won with plenty to spare on handicap debut at Gowran, 10lb higher, more progress feasible.
3	1 3rd (1) (4/1 -14%) Nation's Call	4 4/1(-14%)	(1) Nation's Call 4/1, Didn't need to be at best when winning 14-runner maiden (11/10) at Gowran (8f, good to soft) 38 days ago, all out. More required on handicap debut, but he's sitll unexposed. Placed twice over this trip before front-running 1m maiden win at Cork, sets good standard.
4	4 4th (4) (8.5/1 +39%) Save Your Love	8.5 8.5/1(+39%)	(4) Save Your Love 8.5/1, Winner at Gowran in May. Creditable fifth of 10 in handicap (17/2) at Navan (10f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Should give another good account. Needs to improve from his handicap debut at Navan, this race looks a little deeper.
5th	10 5th (10) (5/1 +33%) Tea Olive	5 5/1(+33%)	(10) Tea Olive 5/1, Winner at Gowran in April. Creditable fourth of 10 in handicap (8/1) at this course (8f, good to soft) 35 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Can't be ruled out. Has been showing consistent form in handicaps this term, capable of holding her own again.
6th	2 6th (2) (12/1 +25%) Mr Lincoln	12 12/1(+25%)	(2) Mr Lincoln 12/1, Thrice-raced winner. 11¼ lengths seventh of 8 to Sprewell in Derby Trial Stakes at Leopardstown (10f, heavy, 50/1) 54 days ago. Will find this easier and remains with potential. Long-priced Cork maiden winner, sights lowered now after an ambitious Group 3 attempt.
7th	6 7th (6) (4.5/1 +31%) Semblance Of Order	4.5 4.5/1(+31%)	(6) Semblance Of Order 4.5/1, 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Blinkered for 1st time, career best when winning 10-runner handicap (4/1) at Leopardstown (8f, good) 8 days ago. Shortlist material. Two wins and a second since a close-up third behind Tea Olive at Gowran, reliable sort.
8th	5 8th (5) (6/1 +25%) Roman Hands	6 6/1(+25%)	(5) Roman Hands 6/1, Lightly-raced winner. Tongue strap on for 1st time, very good second of 5 in minor event at Listowel (8f, good to soft, 10/3) 27 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Solid claims. Twice second in conditions races this season, looks the pick of two runners for the stable.
9th	8 9th (8) (18/1 +0%) Golden Spangle	18 18/1(+0%)	(8) Golden Spangle 18/1, 6/5, creditable second of 11 in maiden at Gowran (7f, good) 25 days ago, slowly away. Up in trip. Going the right way and is likely to be on the premises again. Consistent if frustrating type, beaten favourite in three of her last five races.
10th	7 10th (7) (40/1 +0%) Eyeeye	40 40/1(+0%)	(7) Eyeeye 40/1, 14/1, tenth of 13 in maiden at Gowran (9.4f, good) 25 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Difficult ask. Has failed to build on a promising Irish debut over C&D last October, others preferred.
11th	9 11th (9) (18/1 -80%) Paradise Perfect	18 18/1(-80%)	(9) Paradise Perfect 18/1, Creditable third of 10 in maiden (10/3) at Limerick (7f, good) 6 days ago. Upped in trip for handicap debut and not taken lightly. Placed in four consecutive maidens, probably needs to raise his game to feature here.

LTO Selection:

Semblance Of Order has been flying since being beaten just a neck into third behind Tea Olive at Gowran, although the winner that day is just as consistent and they meet on the same terms. They come up against some interesting handicap debutants, though, with Nation's Call and Roman Hands towards the top of that list, but THE FRANCHISE has shown plenty of ability in maiden company and Joseph O'Brien's Siyouni colt could be the best treated.

THE FRANCHISE shaped well (travelled strongly) when second in a maiden at Fairyhouse last time and he's bred to get the longer trip, so he gets the tentative vote in what looks like a competitive affair on paper. Recent Leopardstown winner Semblance of Order could emerge as the main danger, although Roman Hands is one of several others for whom a case could be made

There may be better to come to from recent Leopardstown winner SEMBLANCE OF ORDER who is just preferred to Nation's Call

19:50 Curragh Handicap 9f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:00 Chester Handicap (Class 3) 10f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (11/1 -175%) Sparks Fly	11 11/1(-175%)	(2) Sparks Fly 11/1, Much improved switched to turf and she completed a four-timer in decisive fashion at Windsor last time. HIked up 10 lb now but she's still not taken lightly. 4-4 in 1m handicaps but over 1m on soft/heavy ground; different test here.
2	4 2nd (4) (1.5/1 -36%) Market Value	1.5 1.5/1(-36%)	(4) Market Value 1.5/1, Improving Siyouni filly who landed 9-runner maiden (5/4) at Ripon (9.8f, good to firm) 40 days ago. Well on top at the finish and rates a big player now going into handicaps off a lenient opening mark. Form of 1m2f Ripon maiden win boosted and surely more to come; leading claims.
3	8 3rd (8) (7.5/1 +32%) Totnes	7.5 7.5/1(+32%)	(8) Totnes 7.5/1, Already a dual 7f/1m AW winner this year but she came in only a fair third in 10f handicap at Salisbury 17 days ago. Bit more is needed. Only a well-held third when favourite over 1m2f latest but yard does very well here.
4	5 4th (5) (6/1 +33%) Dubai Crystal	6 6/1(+33%)	(5) Dubai Crystal 6/1, Off the mark in 10f Redcar novice in April and has taken her form up a notch since when runner-up in 10f handicaps at Ascot and Beverley. Very much in the picture again off an unchanged mark. Novice win in April and better form when second in handicaps since (all 1m2f).
5th	7 5th (7) (20/1 -25%) Angels Landing	20 20/1(-25%)	(7) Angels Landing 20/1, It's now 11 runs since her last win in 2021 but she posted a good third of 5 in handicap at Wetherby (10f, good to firm) 17 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and she can go well again eased 1 lb. Placed twice this month but vulnerable to less exposed types here.
6th	6 6th (6) (4/1 +38%) Wind In Your Sails	4 4/1(+38%)	(6) Wind In Your Sails 4/1, Sea The Stars filly who has improved with each of her three starts, landing the odds in 5-runner minor event at Thirsk (8f, good) 21 days ago. Has more to offer now going up in trip for her handicap debut. Player. Landed odds in 1m Thirsk novice latest; up to 1m2f for handicap debut; likely more to come.
7th	3 7th (3) (25/1 -39%) Golden Melody	25 25/1(-39%)	(3) Golden Melody 25/1, C&D winne but her recent form is not so encouraging, only ninth of 10 in handicap at Haydock (10.2f, good to firm) 6 days ago. Others more persuasive. Close second at Ripon at start of month but below form twice since.
8th	1 8th (1) (6/1 +57%) Nigwa	6 6/1(+57%)	(1) Nigwa 6/1, In good form in handicaps without getting her head in front, fourth of 8 at Ripon (9.8f, good to firm) 29 days ago. One for the shortlist. Consistent but doesn't obviously have much in hand off her mark.

LTO Selection:

Sparks Fly recorded a four-timer last month at Windsor, but the handicapper hasn't reacted kindly and David Loughnane's three-year-old may be worth taking on now 10lb higher in the ratings. MARKET VALUE was value for further when gaining a breakthrough success in a maiden at Ripon in May and makes most appeal on this opening bid in handicaps. Wind In Your Sails boasts a similar profile and is a viable alternative.

MARKET VALUE looks to start life in handicaps on an attractive mark so this upwardly-mobile daughter of Siyouni makes plenty of appeal. Ralph Beckett's Sea The Stars filly also has better days ahead of her though and rates a big threat to William Haggas' filly on her handicap debut too. Dubai Crystal and Sparks Fly also need factoring into an intriguing handicap.

Low-mileage 3yo MARKET VALUE (nap) was nicely on top in a Ripon maiden last time and can follow up on handicap debut.

20:00 Chester Handicap (Class 3) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:10 Newmarket Handicap (Class 4) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	8 1st (8) (4/1 +0%) Star Guest	4 4/1(+0%)	(8) Star Guest 4/1, Winner at Lingfield in January. 6/4, respectable third of 9 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good to firm) 36 days ago. Shapes like she will benefit from a drop back to this trip and has the scope for a bigger performance. AW winner at 1m; running well in handicaps at 1m and 7f; speedy enough for drop to 6f.
2	4 2nd (4) (4/1 +11%) Jumbeau	4 4/1(+11%)	(4) Jumbeau 4/1, Largely acquitted herself well following Brighton debut success last term, not least when fifth of 24 in the Windsor Castle at Royal Ascot. Has returned in good order and deserves respect on the back of a creditable second over 7f here a week ago. Good early 2yo; weighted to best on 7f handicap form but return to 6f could suit.
3	7 3rd (7) (14/1 -27%) Coco Jamboo	14 14/1(-27%)	(7) Coco Jamboo 14/1, Fairly useful sort who has been holding her form well this year, unable to sustain her effort when third to Pinafore at Ripon last time. On better terms with that rival now. Won 7f handicap in the autumn; no real progress since; behind Pinafore over 6f latest.
4	2 4th (2) (1.5/1 +20%) Pinafore	1.5 1.5/1(+20%)	(2) Pinafore 1.5/1, Promising sort who got back on the up when comfortably landing the odds in a 5-runner handicap at Ripon last time. Bred to go on progressing and should take the beating. Promising type; strong 6f form on reappearance; easier task latest; up 3lb; more to come.
5th	6 5th (6) (10/1 +38%) Diamond Vega	10 10/1(+38%)	(6) Diamond Vega 10/1, Off the mark at the second attempt at Haydock last year. Found in listed company on final outing and mark looks quite stiff starting out in handicaps after 8 months off. Work to do with Pinafore on 6f AW form as 2yo; improved after; tough reappearance.
6th	5 6th (5) (7.5/1 -25%) Lulworth Cove	7.5 7.5/1(-25%)	(5) Lulworth Cove 7.5/1, Going the right way and doubled her tally in convincing fashion on AW at Lingfield recently. Seems just as effective on turf and may do better still. 0-3 on turf but might have needed Haydock return; impressive on AW since; up 7lb.
7th	1 7th (1) (18/1 -50%) Priscilla's Wish	18 18/1(-50%)	(1) Priscilla's Wish 18/1, Highly likeable mare who got back on the up to gain her seventh course success at Yarmouth with something to spare. Respected again for all that she ran poorly on the Rowley course on penultimate outing. Multiple Yarmouth winner; impressive over 6f there latest; now on career-high mark.
8th	3 8th (3) (22/1 -83%) Powerdress	22 22/1(-83%)	(3) Powerdress 22/1, Debut winner on Rowley course last April and returned with a good third in conditions race here. Poor efforts since (stiff task first occasion) and has a bit to prove. Useful 7f reappearance; highly tried next time but disappointing 7f handicap debut since.

LTO Selection:

LULWORTH COVE won easier than the winning distance of two lengths would suggest over 6f at Lingfield last time and she may be up to this 7lb rise from the handicapper. Pinafore appears to be the biggest danger after her victory at Ripon on her latest outing, while Priscilla's Wish should also be challenging at the line following her recent display at Yarmouth.

PINAFORE boasts a progressive profile and was well on top at the finish when scoring at Ripon last month, so she gets the nod ahead of Star Guest, who could be suited by the drop in trip. Lulworth Cove is also worthy of consideration.

Up-and-coming PINAFORE looks the one to beat on her progressive 6f form. Lulworth Cove is preferred of the opposition.

20:10 Newmarket Handicap (Class 4) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:20 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	14 1st (14) (8/1 -45%) My Roxanne	8 8/1(-45%)	(14) My Roxanne 8/1, Winner at Chelmsford City in April. Creditable third of 11 in handicap (8/1) at Doncaster (8f, good to firm) 41 days ago. Merits respect. In good form at 1m recently but she will need a good pace back at this trip.
2	8 2nd (8) (2.75/1 +58%) Variety Island	2.75 2.75/1(+58%)	(8) Variety Island 2.75/1, Course winner. One win from 21 Flat runs. Seventeen runs since last win in 2021. 17/2, good second of 13 in handicap at this course (6f) 9 days ago, running on. LIkely to be on the premises again. Went close over 6f here last week and is a big player if he can repeat that form.
3	6 3rd (6) (5.5/1 +8%) Global Tycoon	5.5 5.5/1(+8%)	(6) Global Tycoon 5.5/1, Blinkered for 1st time, first run since leaving Chris Dwyer when good second of 7 in handicap (16/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 49 days ago. Solid claims. Made a bold bid here (8.6f) on his stable debut last month; respected back in trip.
4	2 4th (2) (16/1 +43%) Bluebells Boy	16 16/1(+43%)	(2) Bluebells Boy 16/1, Winner at Chelmsford City in December. 28/1 and blinkered for 1st time, tenth of 13 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, good to firm) 27 days ago, slowly away. Plenty to prove at present. Has struggled switched to handicaps this year and has plenty to prove.
5th	3 5th (3) (8/1 -7%) Bold Territories	8 8/1(-7%)	(3) Bold Territories 8/1, C&D winner. Respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at this course (8f, 12/1) 9 days ago. Not completely dismissed. C&D winner who ran well over 1m here last week; dangerous back in trip.
6th	13 6th (13) (33/1 -32%) Love Destiny	33 33/1(-32%)	(13) Love Destiny 33/1, Blinkered for 1st time, creditable fifth of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f, 9/2) 36 days ago. Well treated if he can take another step in the right direction. Showed signs of a revival at Chelmsford and could be dangerous if he can build on that.
7th	9 7th (9) (16/1 -33%) Louis Treize	16 16/1(-33%)	(9) Louis Treize 16/1, Unreliable sort. Course winner. 12/1, respectable fourth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 11 days ago, never nearer. Significantly up in trip. Hard to know if he'll build on that. All wins at 5f/6f and has uninspiring record of 0748067 beyond sprint trips.
8th	1 8th (1) (25/1 -108%) Churchill Bay	25 25/1(-108%)	(1) Churchill Bay 25/1, Remains a maiden after 18 Flat runs. 80/1, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Hard to make a strong case for. Longstanding maiden who has generally struggled for new yard this year; opposable.
9th	5 9th (5) (9/1 -64%) Topo Chico	9 9/1(-64%)	(5) Topo Chico 9/1, 10/3, creditable second of 5 in handicap at Brighton (7f, soft) 10 days ago. Shortlist material. 0-13 but was runner-up at Brighton last time and she's respected on this return to Tapeta.
10th	12 10th (12) (14/1 +0%) Lockdown Lass	14 14/1(+0%)	(12) Lockdown Lass 14/1, One win from 26 Flat runs. Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. 11/2, bit below form fifth of 11 in minor event at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 4 days ago. Others more persuasive. 5yo who is in fair form and has claims if she gets the breaks.
11th	11 11th (11) (7/1 +7%) Na Scoitear	7 7/1(+7%)	(11) Na Scoitear 7/1, Winner at Southwell in April. Blinkered for 1st time, creditable third of 7 in handicap at Wetherby (8f, good to firm, 16/1) 17 days ago. Not taken lightly. Fair third at Wetherby latest and he looks interesting on this drop back to 7f.
12th	7 12th (7) (33/1 -65%) Vivency	33 33/1(-65%)	(7) Vivency 33/1, 15/2, eleventh of 13 in handicap at Kempton (7f). Off 7 months. Likely to need the run. On reduced mark but she returns from 224 days off and others are preferred.
13th	10 13th (10) (14/1 +0%) Starjik	14 14/1(+0%)	(10) Starjik 14/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 33/1, first run since leaving Stella Barclay when creditable third of 13 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 25 days ago, nearest finish. One to be interested in. Dual 6f winner who still has something to prove at this trip; others look stronger.

LTO Selection:

GLOBAL TYCOON found only a resurgent rival too strong on his stable debut at Wolverhampton last month and John Butler's four-year-old looks the one to be with off the same mark now returned to 7f. Variety Island posted his best effort of the year when second here over 6f last week and is due to go up 1lb after this so is feared most. My Roxanne and Lockdown Lass are others to note in an open-looking contest.

This is quite competitive but TOPO CHICO is used to racing in a better grade of handicap and arrives on the back of a good run at Brighton 10 days ago, so she gets the nod over Global Tycoon, who made a positive start for John Butler at Wolverhampton last time. Variety Island is another one to consider.

An open race in which last week's course runner-up VARIETY ISLAND gets the vote ahead of Global Tycoon and Topo Chico.

20:20 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:25 Curragh Maiden 10f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	10 1st (10) (5.5/1 -57%) The Black Tiger	5.5 5.5/1(-57%)	(10) The Black Tiger 5.5/1, Thrice-raced colt. Blinkered for 1st time, fifth of 12 in maiden at this C&D (good, 6/1) 34 days ago. Not completely dismissed. Excuse for his poor first run, has looked limited so far, perhaps premature to write off.
2	8 2nd (8) (8/1 -220%) Saturn	8 8/1(-220%)	(8) Saturn 8/1, Galileo colt. Dam, winner up to 1m (Irish 1000 Guineas, and 2-y-o 6f winner), half-sister to high-class winner up to 1m (Coronation Stakes, and stayed 1¼m) Alpine Star. Worth chancing on debut. Galileo colt out of the outstanding Alpha Centauri, first foal makes a belated debut.
3	4 3rd (4) (7/1 +7%) Kadeen	7 7/1(+7%)	(4) Kadeen 7/1, Once-raced colt. Third of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (8f, 11/1) on debut, having to pick way through. Off 8 months. Up in trip. More to come and can't be ruled out. Dead-heated for third behind two Aidan O'Brien colts on only start at two, definite chance.
4	3 4th (3) (1.5/1 +75%) Jupiter Rock	1.5 1.5/1(+75%)	(3) Jupiter Rock 1.5/1, Once-raced colt. 10/1, seventh of 20 in maiden at Naas (8f, heavy) on debut. Off 7 months. Up in trip. Returns with stable in good form and is expected to improve. Form of his only juvenile start ties in with Irish Derby runners Sprewell and White Birch.
5th	17 5th (17) (16/1 -113%) Unassuming	16 16/1(-113%)	(17) Unassuming 16/1, 150,000 gns yearling, Lope De Vega filly. Dam 1m winner out of useful 11.3f winner Demurely, herself half-sister to Irish Oaks winner Moonstone and Prix Saint-Alary winner Cerulean Sky. Dam won over 1m, from a family associated with some high-class fillies, tongue-tie.
6th	12 6th (12) (16/1 -129%) Ultra Fine	16 16/1(-129%)	(12) Ultra Fine 16/1, Expert Eye gelding. Half-brother to winner up to 7f Zander and 1¼m-2m winner Overstate. Interesting newcomer. Dam a Listed winner and a half-sister to the trainer's prolific Group winner Famous Name.
7th	15 7th (15) (9/1 +36%) Rhodesia	9 9/1(+36%)	(15) Rhodesia 9/1, Once-raced filly. Ninth of 18 in maiden at this course (7f, good, 20/1) on debut. Off 12 months. Significantly up in trip. Showed some promise with mid-field run on only start at two, entitled to need this.
8th	11 8th (11) (16/1 +52%) Tommy Thug	16 16/1(+52%)	(11) Tommy Thug 16/1, 11,000 gns yearling, Churchill gelding. Half-brother to 1½m winner Kepala and useful 9.4f winner Flying Dolphin. Dam unraced. Half-brother to two winners, unraced dam is from a solid family with plenty of stamina.
9th	1 9th (1) (80/1 +20%) Tasayad	80 80/1(+20%)	(1) Tasayad 80/1, Once-raced gelding. Ninth of 14 in maiden (125/1) at Roscommon (10.3f, good to soft) on debut 39 days ago. Failed to threaten when a big price on belated debut at Roscommon, safe to rule out.
10th	2 10th (2) (12/1 +25%) Cossack Chach	12 12/1(+25%)	(2) Cossack Chach 12/1, 30,000 gns yearling, Churchill gelding. Half-brother to 1m winner Sense of Romance. Dam unraced out of useful winner up to 1m (2-y-o 7f winner) Fantasize. Notable debutant for top yard. Half-brother to two winners including Ribchestina a debut juvenile scorer this season.
11th	13 11th (13) (33/1 -32%) Ena's Choice	33 33/1(-32%)	(13) Ena's Choice 33/1, Once-raced filly. Fifth of 13 in maiden (250/1) at Gowran (9.4f, good) on debut 25 days ago, never nearer. May do better. Huge price when a creditable fifth of 13 on debut at Gowran, unlikely to be good enough.
12th	16 12th (16) (25/1 +38%) Teorema	25 25/1(+38%)	(16) Teorema 25/1, Teofilo filly. Dam, unraced, closely related to smart winner up to 1½m Pleascach (by Teofilo), won Irish 1000 Guineas. From a good family and represents shrewd connections. Unraced dam closely related to Irish 1,000 Guineas/Yorkshire Oaks winner Pleascach.
13th	5 13th (5) (33/1 +0%) King Of Wessex	33 33/1(+0%)	(5) King Of Wessex 33/1, Once-raced colt. 25/1, ninth of 12 in maiden at this C&D (good) on debut 34 days ago. Needs to improve. Plenty to find with The Black Tiger on running over C&D just over a month ago.
14th	7 14th (7) (20/1 +0%) San Guido	20 20/1(+0%)	(7) San Guido 20/1, 27,000 gns foal, 28,000 gns yearling, Mastercraftsman gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful winner up to 8.6f Asdaa and 2-y-o 1m winner Revestar. Well worth a market check. Dam a French winner and a half-sister to Irish 1,000 Guineas winner Bethrah.
15th	14 15th (14) (66/1 +47%) Fancy Gloves	66 66/1(+47%)	(14) Fancy Gloves 66/1, Thrice-raced filly. Ninth of 10 in maiden at Leopardstown (10f, heavy, 125/1) 86 days ago. Hard to make a case for. Officially rated 57 after three maiden outings, major improvement needed.
16th	9 16th (9) (200/1 -33%) Sleepless Knight	200 200/1(-33%)	(9) Sleepless Knight 200/1, Twice-raced gelding. Twelfth of 14 in maiden (250/1) at Navan (10f, soft) 48 days ago. Remote fourth of five finishers on debut at Tipperary, towards the rear at Navan.
17th	6 17th (6) (200/1 -300%) Rio Doce	200 200/1(-300%)	(6) Rio Doce 200/1, €6,500 foal, Harzand gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 7f/1m winner Holiday Magic and 7f winner Coolnagree. Not an obvious sort on paper. Half-brother to Group-placed winner Coolnagree and to prolific scorer Holiday Magic.

LTO Selection:

All eyes will be on the well-bred SATURN in this contest, being the first progeny of multiple Group 1 winner Alpha Centauri for the same connections. The selection is by Galileo as well, which bodes well for stamina purposes, and he gets the vote ahead of fellow debutant Ultra Fine, who has some smart relations himself. Jupiter Rock is open to improvement on what he showed on debut at Naas last November, while the same can be said of Kadeen.

SATURN has a tremendous pedigree and starts out in what might not be a strong maiden for the track, so she's worth chancing to make a winning start before going on to better things. Ultra Fine is another notable newcomer and Kadeen is open to improvement after a mildly encouraging debut.

A tentative vote goes to KADEEN who was placed over 1m at Dundalk on his only start at two and should appreciate this trip

20:25 Curragh Maiden 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:30 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 10f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (1.75/1 -27%) Balance Play	1.75 1.75/1(-27%)	(3) Balance Play 1.75/1, Has had the form of his second in a 7f Salisbury novice on reappearance strongly boosted by the winner and third since and he shaped well when third at Epsom last time. Remains with potential and should take a hand. Form of 1m2f Epsom handicap debut third working out; solid contender.
2	4 2nd (4) (11/1 -10%) Razoni	11 11/1(-10%)	(4) Razoni 11/1, Winner of 7f Newcastle novice in February and filled the runner-up spot for the sixth time when second at Doncaster last time. Step back up in trip and first-time blinkers could bring about a bigger effort. Second in four of his five handicaps, including C&D; blinkers replace cheekpieces; claims.
3	1 3rd (1) (5/1 -11%) Theme Park	5 5/1(-11%)	(1) Theme Park 5/1, Bought for 200,000 gns after winning a 7f Kempton novice for Sir Michael Stoute last September. Shaped well in a couple of handicaps at York last month, chasing home Quantum Leap over 1m latterly. Could play a part if his stamina holds now going up in trip. Back on the up for new yard when second over 1m at York latest; interesting up at 1m2f.
4	6 4th (6) (6.5/1 +35%) Lil' Frank	6.5 6.5/1(+35%)	(6) Lil' Frank 6.5/1, Frankel colt who has shown fairly useful form, second to Tajawal in maiden at Ayr last time. Unsure to turn the tables with that rival but should get the longer trip. Promise in maiden/novices but Tajawal saw him off quite comfortably last time.
5th	7 5th (7) (80/1 +20%) Mandega	80 80/1(+20%)	(7) Mandega 80/1, Fair performer in France and ran well in a claimer at Fontainbleau when last seen 3 months ago. Interesting to see the market vibes on debut for a new yard. Had a 3-28 record in France; bumps into much less exposed types on British debut.
6th	5 6th (5) (14/1 -17%) Noodle Mission	14 14/1(-17%)	(5) Noodle Mission 14/1, Improved for a step up in trip earlier this year, winning twice at Wolverhampton. Has the scope for better still, so capable of featuring if he's as effective on turf after 4 months off. Won two AW h'caps early in year; further progress not ruled out now on turf after break.
7th	2 7th (2) (2.25/1 +10%) Tajawal	2.25 2.25/1(+10%)	(2) Tajawal 2.25/1, Placed on his first three runs and didn't need to improve to readily open his account (at the expense of Lil' Frank) at Ayr last time. More to come returned to this distance for handicap debut, and he makes plenty of appeal. Made it fourth time lucky when readily beating Lil' Frank in Ayr maiden; handicap debut.

LTO Selection:

An open-looking handicap on paper, but the nod goes to BALANCE PLAY. Ralph Beckett's charge was a good third in the Lester Piggott Handicap at Epsom last time and a repeat of that effort entitles him to great respect from these rivals. Last-time-out winner Tajawal appears to be the biggest danger after his success over 1m at Ayr, while Theme Park should also be challenging based on his recent second at York.

TAJAWAL shaped well amidst greenness when third at Wolverhampton on his seasonal comeback and he's since got off the mark in comfortable fashion at Ayr. A bigger performance is expected and he's preferred to Balance Play, who arrives on the back of a solid showing at Epsom. Gordon Grey is another likely improver on his first go in handicaps.

An interesting 3yo handicap. BALANCE PLAY has had the form of his Epsom handicap debut third boosted so he gets the vote.

20:30 Chester Handicap (Class 4) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:45 Newmarket Handicap (Class 3) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (4/1 -33%) Peace Man	4 4/1(-33%)	(3) Peace Man 4/1, Windsor maiden winner (10f) in May before readily following up over that C&D on handicap debut (good to firm) later that month. Races from a 7 lb higher mark here but he appeals as one who can improve further and give a bold bid for the hat-trick. 1m2f wins at Windsor on last two starts; in charge through the final 2f last time; player.
2	6 2nd (6) (12/1 -9%) Queen Of The Skies	12 12/1(-9%)	(6) Queen Of The Skies 12/1, Highly tried for John & Thady Gosden after winning a Chelmsford novice but seemed more comfortable dropped in grade when finishing third of 11 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good to firm) on debut for this yard 19 days ago. Respected. Good third of 11 on handicap/stable debut at Beverley (1m2f, good to firm) on reappearance.
3	10 3rd (10) (6.5/1 +59%) Regal Empire	6.5 6.5/1(+59%)	(10) Regal Empire 6.5/1, Won novice/handicap at Southwell in the winter before chasing home Like A Tiger on his turf debut in April. Stiff task in the Lingfield Derby Trial but isn't discounted back in this more realisitic grade. 2nd to Like A Tiger (1m2f) before put in his place in the Lingfield Derby Trial.
4	1 4th (1) (28/1 -12%) Gloucestershire	28 28/1(-12%)	(1) Gloucestershire 28/1, Still lightly raced for his age and has essentially ran well in defeat for this yard after a brief spell in the US, close to his best when third of 6 in handicap (11/2) at Chelmsford City (10f). Has another absence to overcome but isn't ruled out. Has run well for three minor honours since his return to the Meades.
5th	4 5th (4) (12/1 -9%) Encourageable	12 12/1(-9%)	(4) Encourageable 12/1, Won at Thirsk on penultimate outing in 2022. Probably flying too high when mid-field in the Lincoln and failed to justify support with tongue strap applied at Nottingham (8.3f, good to firm) 26 days ago, so others are preferred. Gelded and needs to be back at his 2022 peak, with today's new trip of doubtful benefit.
6th	7 6th (7) (33/1 +34%) Inigo Jones	33 33/1(+34%)	(7) Inigo Jones 33/1, Placed twice in Bahrain this winter but made little impression when only seventh of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) on his return to the UK. Has since left Jamie Osborne and others make more appeal on his first start since March. Ran in Bahrain; below form at Wolverhampton in March latest and has left Jamie Osborne.
7th	9 7th (9) (1/1 +56%) First Sight	1 1/1(+56%)	(9) First Sight 1/1, Looked promising when winning AW maiden/novice events over 1m/1¼m in January. Likely improver now switching to turf/handicap company after a break and he merits plenty of respect from a fair-looking opening mark. 2-3 on AW; well bred and from a top yard, he needs a close look on handicap/turf debut.
8th	11 8th (11) (14/1 -17%) The Parent	14 14/1(-17%)	(11) The Parent 14/1, Goodwood novice winner at 2yrs who took his form up a level on his return when third in Doncaster on return. Similar form when filling same position at Sandown (9f, good to firm, 7/1) 13 days ago and should prove comptitive again. Good third in handicaps over 1m and 1m1f; competitive mark and well worth a go at 1m2f.
9th	5 9th (5) (28/1 +15%) Cap Francais	28 28/1(+15%)	(5) Cap Francais 28/1, Scored on the Rowley Mile on return last spring but ended last season poorly and hasn't fared any better in a pair of outings this season. Below last winning mark and has cheekpieces applied but others are preferred overall. Not seen last term after July and has begun this season out of form; headgear first time.
10th	2 10th (2) (20/1 -43%) Turntable	20 20/1(-43%)	(2) Turntable 20/1, Ended time with Chris Wall with 2 wins (9f/1¼m) on the Rowley Mile here. Hasn't yet been able to get competitive in a pair of outings for this yard, possibly unsuited by ground on return before completely blowing the start last time. Others are more persuasive at present. Below form this term; has a competitive mark if surging back to his best.

LTO Selection:

FIRST SIGHT arrives here seeking a hat-trick after wins on the all weather at Kempton and Lingfield and this looks a nice opportunity to continue his winning sequence. Charlie Appleby's charge is making his handicap bow here, having been a late non-runner at Royal Ascot on Saturday when well fancied, and this opening mark of 90 doesn't appear out of his reach. Peace Man will pose the biggest threat, given he is also chasing a hat-trick, although John and Thady Gosden's runner will have to negotiate a 7lb rise in the ratings, while better can be expected from Like A Tiger.

LIKE A TIGER created a fine impression when winning on the Rowley Mile in April and is probably better than he was able to show in a listed contest here on that course last time. He gets the verdict dropped back into a handicap, though Godolphin's handicap newcomer First Sight will surely prove a stern rival, with the hat-trick seeking Peace Man and The Parent others to consider in a hot contest.

Gosden-trained PEACE MAN has had four races and improved in leaps and bounds to win twice at Windsor, impressing on his handicap debut.

20:45 Newmarket Handicap (Class 3) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:52 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	12 1st (12) (7.5/1 +70%) Muddy Lynn	7.5 7.5/1(+70%)	(12) Muddy Lynn 7.5/1, Seventh of 8 in handicap at Wetherby (7f, good to firm, 7/1) 24 days ago, slowly away. Makes tapeta debut. Others preferred. Good third over 7f on turf last month; not in same form last time; AW debut today.
2	11 2nd (11) (6/1 +14%) Bomb Squad	6 6/1(+14%)	(11) Bomb Squad 6/1, 11/8, creditable second of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 25 days ago. Likely to be on the premises again. Placed on four of six starts since Wolverhampton win at end of 2022; in the mix again.
3	10 3rd (10) (4.5/1 +55%) Enderman	4.5 4.5/1(+55%)	(10) Enderman 4.5/1, One win from 31 Flat runs. Twenty seven runs since last win in 2020. 7/1, respectable fourth of 13 in handicap at this C&D 9 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Not taken lightly. Has very modest strike-rate but is consistent; beaten under 1l when fourth here last week.
4	5 4th (5) (12/1 -167%) Dream Together	12 12/1(-167%)	(5) Dream Together 12/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Respectable sixth of 15 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good, 4/1) 21 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Worth a chance to defy reduced mark. Below best this season but unlucky not to finish closer than sixth at Thirsk last time.
5th	9 5th (9) (10/1 -33%) Fantasy Navigator	10 10/1(-33%)	(9) Fantasy Navigator 10/1, Creditable fifth of 13 in handicap at this C&D (15/2) 9 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Others more persuasive. Ran well when fifth over C&D nine days ago; cheekpieces added today.
6th	13 6th (13) (6.5/1 +19%) Azeezan	6.5 6.5/1(+19%)	(13) Azeezan 6.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap (3/1) at Wetherby (7f, good to firm) 17 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Has work to do. Shaped well before fading into fourth on h'cap debut (7f); drops to 6f with cheekpieces on.
7th	14 7th (14) (33/1 -230%) Smooch	33 33/1(-230%)	(14) Smooch 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Third of 8 in maiden (8/1) at Doncaster (6f, heavy) 55 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Could improve. Unexposed 3yo filly; placed in soft-ground maiden last month; handicap debut today.
8th	3 8th (3) (10/1 +9%) Impressor	10 10/1(+9%)	(3) Impressor 10/1, Latest win at Redcar in April. 14/1, below form fourth of 20 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good) 41 days ago. Likely to be back on his game. In good form on turf this spring and Tapeta also suits; respected.
9th	8 9th (8) (14/1 +13%) Miss Willows	14 14/1(+13%)	(8) Miss Willows 14/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fifth of 10 in maiden at Southwell (6.1f, 22/1) 50 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Worth a market check. Very lightly raced 4yo who displayed promise in all three qualifying runs; handicap debut.
10th	4 10th (4) (16/1 +0%) Angel Amadea	16 16/1(+0%)	(4) Angel Amadea 16/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in February. 20/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Ayr (7.2f, firm) 17 days ago. Others more persuasive. Safely held in all three handicaps since winning modest novice race in February.
11th	6 11th (6) (8/1 +27%) Wade's Magic	8 8/1(+27%)	(6) Wade's Magic 8/1, Respectable sixth of 10 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good to firm, 7/1) 36 days ago. Hard to rely on but capable from this mark on his day. Last month's Catterick third signalled a return to form, and he remains on a good mark.
12th	1 12th (1) (66/1 -100%) Eldeyaar	66 66/1(-100%)	(1) Eldeyaar 66/1, Ninth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 16/1) 36 days ago. Something to prove at present. Yet to get going this season but had excuses last time; now 2lb below last winning mark.
13th	2 13th (2) (10/1 +0%) Laertes	10 10/1(+0%)	(2) Laertes 10/1, Fifth of 7 in handicap (7/1) at Musselburgh (7.2f, good to firm) 27 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Makes tapeta debut. Visor on 1st time. Not discounted. Kept on for second at Chelmsford last month; below form on turf since; visor now added.

LTO Selection:

BOMB SQUAD once more filled the runner-up berth when weakening late on at Wolverhampton and a return to his last winning distance of 6f may work the oracle. Connections of Enderman reach for a first-time visor, with the five-year-old likely to be on the scene once more at this level. Eldeyaar's mark continues to slide and he is another to note after not enjoying the smoothest of passages at Dunstall Park last time.

DREAM TOGETHER is handicapped to win now and shaped better than the result at Thirsk (up with strong pace and hampered late) last time, so he's worth taking a chance on. Yazaman is another one to consider despite his poor strike rate and Bomb Squad is likely to run his race again.

After a very encouraging handicap debut over 7f, AZEEZAN may benefit from today's drop back in trip and gets the vote.

20:52 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

21:00 Chester Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
8	8 (8) (25/1 -56%) High Security	25 25/1(-56%)	(8) High Security 25/1, Good third at Nottingham (5f, good, 9/2) on his penultimate outing but disappointed under patient tactics at Ayr last time and has to overcome the worst of the draw here, so is probably best passed over. Can have issues at stalls and none too consistent; drawn widest.
1	14 1st (14) (1.75/1 +36%) Ecclesiastical	1.75 1.75/1(+36%)	(14) Ecclesiastical 1.75/1, Took advantage of a much-reduced mark to win 10-runner handicap at Ripon (5f, good) 9 days ago in impressive fashion. Shortlisted under a penalty. Not long with yard and well treated under a 5lb penalty for recent Ripon win.
2	11 2nd (11) (16/1 +52%) Astapor	16 16/1(+52%)	(11) Astapor 16/1, Has won twice at Catterick this season but ran poorly stepped back up to 6f there last time. Not discounted with 7 lb claimer taking over back at the minimum trip. Two 5f Catterick wins this spring; below par over 6f there latest.
3	1 3rd (1) (6.5/1 -8%) Soul Seeker	6.5 6.5/1(-8%)	(1) Soul Seeker 6.5/1, Placed last 3 starts, most recently when third of 6 in handicap (7/2) at Pontefract (5f, good to firm) 18 days ago, doing too much too soon. Respected having a rare outing in this lower grade. On a good mark and knocking on door lately; nicely drawn; major player under Tudhope.
4	10 4th (10) (4.5/1 +25%) Shoebox King	4.5 4.5/1(+25%)	(10) Shoebox King 4.5/1, Best effort this season when fourth at Naas in April but has essentially underwhelmed in Ireland. Interesting to see whether market vibes are positive brought to the UK. Irish trainer does well in Britain so this 4yo needs keeping a close eye on in betting.
5th	4 5th (4) (10/1 +50%) Birkenhead	10 10/1(+50%)	(4) Birkenhead 10/1, Latest win at Southwell in May. 10/1, shaped bit better than the bare result when 4 lengths fifth of 6 to Brian The Snail in handicap at Ripon (5f, good to firm) 23 days ago but slow starts are a concern with his low draw here. Cheekpieces back on. Ready win on AW in May; not so good on turf since but should fare better here from stall 1.
6th	9 6th (9) (6.5/1 -18%) Albegone	6.5 6.5/1(-18%)	(9) Albegone 6.5/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Notably strong in the betting but failed to meet expectations when 4¼ lengths last of 6 to Brian The Snail in handicap (6/4) at Ripon (5f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Worth another market check from sliding mark. Some promise on return but well beaten favourite behind Brian The Snail at Ripon since.
7th	6 7th (6) (18/1 +18%) Brian The Snail	18 18/1(+18%)	(6) Brian The Snail 18/1, Won at Ripon in June and it's easy to forgive his latest effort, finding himself placed away from where the action unfolded. Remains on an interesting mark but has wide draw to overcome. Back to winning ways at Ripon (5f) this month but well held at Haydock since; drawn wide.
8th	15 8th (15) (66/1 -32%) Loco Lobo	66 66/1(-32%)	(15) Loco Lobo 66/1, Down the field in minor events at Wolverhampton and has a lot to find making handicap debut from out of the weights. Only minor promise in three qualifying runs on AW but more chance now handicapping.
9th	13 9th (13) (66/1 -65%) Red Walls	66 66/1(-65%)	(13) Red Walls 66/1, Second at Wolverhampton in April but has typically struggled for consistency since, arriving here after a brace of poor efforts. Others make more appeal. All wins on AW; mixed record in 2023 and others preferred back on turf.
10th	2 10th (2) (14/1 -17%) Bang On The Bell	14 14/1(-17%)	(2) Bang On The Bell 14/1, Won at Wolverhampton and Yarmouth in April but found ground against when fifth of 7 in handicap at Windsor (5.1f, heavy, 5/2) 53 days ago in his bid for the hat-trick. Could have more of an impact meeting quicker surface here. Won off lower turf mark in April; freshened up since lesser run after; claims if in mood.
11th	5 11th (5) (40/1 +0%) Street Life	40 40/1(+0%)	(5) Street Life 40/1, Won at Catterick in June but looked a tricky ride when sixth of 9 in handicap at Haydock (5f, good to firm, 22/1) 15 days ago. Others make more appeal. Won in small field at Catterick this month but held in stronger race since.
12th	7 12th (7) (28/1 +30%) Noteable	28 28/1(+30%)	(7) Noteable 28/1, After a second bretahing operaation, posted a respectable fourth at Southwell on return but beat only one home there last time. Has work to do to shed her maiden tag. 0-12; had second op since below-par run in April; others have less to prove.

LTO Selection:

ECCLESIASTICAL was a good winner over 5f at Ripon last time out and is fancied to follow up that success. Tristan Davidson's runner scored by two lengths on that occasion and has a 5lb penalty, but the fact he boasts a low draw in stall 2 can only be an advantage to him. Therehegoes should pose the biggest threat after just being touched off over 5f at Lingfield, while Albegone completes the shortlist.

ECCLESIASTICAL had slid down the weights for his former yard but got off the mark for Tristan Davidson at the second attempt last time and can follow up under a penalty here. Soul Seeker has often contested stronger company than this and is most feared after a couple of good efforts, with Astapor and Therehegoes others to consider.

Soul Seeker isn't opposed lightly from a good draw but preference is for ECCLESIASTICAL, who won comfortably at Ripon last week.

21:00 Chester Handicap (Class 5) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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