There were 47 Races on Friday 1st August 2025 across 7 meetings. There was 7 races at Goodwood, 6 races at Newcastle, 7 races at Southwell, 8 races at Galway, 7 races at Musselburgh, 6 races at Newmarket, 6 races at Bath, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.
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Having regained the winning thread at Haydock a fortnight ago, a 3lb higher mark shouldn't prevent another bold bid from Beauld As Brass. George Baker's gelding is a potential improver stepping up further in distance and isn't taken lightly, but OXFORD COMMA is slightly more appealing. The four-year-old scored over 2m2f on her penultimate outing at Pontefract and she shouldn't be judged too harshly on her subsequent defeat in a Listed event in France. Mordor and Align The Stars add further spice to the race.

So much depends on the ground. ZINC WHITE (nap) and Tashkhan are in their element in the mud. Mordor is preferred otherwise.
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Irish 2,000 Guineas runner-up Cosmic Year commands plenty of respect dropping back in grade after a below-par display in the Prix Jean Prat. That said, ground conditions might prove to be his undoing and the vote, therefore, goes to KING OF CITIES. Proven over further due to his second in the Feilden at Newmarket in the spring, it wouldn't be a huge surprise to see Ryan Moore be positive on him from an early stage and he can return to winning ways. Diego Ventura isn't out of it either.

Cosmic Year is the form pick but he was below par on soft in France last time, so he is taken on with SEAGULLS ELEVEN.
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SASSY GLORY arrives with the best recent form after weakening into third over further at Doncaster and following that with a solid second at Nottingham. If he can find a lead to follow, he may come out on top in this line-up. Oselton is interesting stepping up in trip after a third over 7f here last month and he could challenge course and distance winner Balqaa and the well-handicapped Yakhabar for the places.

The vote goes to BALQAA (nap) who has gained three of her four wins here including over this trip.
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Irish Dancer, who is due a 3lb rise after last week's Thirsk success, has undoubtedly been in better form than DANDY FITZ of late and commands respect. However the latter is now 9lb better off with his old rival than from when they clashed over 5f at Catterick in May and, as a previous C&D winner, the Tim Easterby-trained four-year-old looks worth a punt back here on these terms. Newyorkstateofmind is dangerously well handicapped and also warrants consideration.

The return to Tapeta should be in the favour of DANDY FITZ (nap) and he's fancied to prove too strong for Newyorkstateofmind.
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GREEK ORDER supplemented his Royal Hunt Cup fourth with a decent third at Sandown last month. Michael Bell's gelding looks to have a nice prize in him and, racing off an unchanged mark, he could be the one. The hat-trick seeking Skukuza arrives on the back of a Listed triumph at the Curragh and another bold showing looks assured. The son of Blue Point is feared most, ahead of Arisaig and Fifth Column.

The filly ARISAIG has run really well on both her visits to Goodwood and her last-time-out second at Sandown has been boosted.
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Paper Doll seems sure to prove popular here after winning over 1m4f at Pontefract last month, but she has an added 6lb from the handicapper now and is yet to prove she stays this far. WASTHATOK hasn't been seen on the Flat since July 2023 but he has placed over hurdles as recently as May, and a mark of 47 may underestimate his true abilities. C&D winners Weddell Sea and Show No Fear are others to consider.

The choice is WEDDELL SEA, a dual C&D winner whose last two starts at this venue have been in much warmer company than this.
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Officially rated 83, BYBLOS is suggested as the first one to consider. A half-brother to Irish 2,000 Guineas winner Siskin, he would be giving weight away all-round if this were a handicap. Although he could only manage fourth on his return/first run since being gelded at Newmarket a fortnight ago, that was a much stiffer test and it would be surprising if the son of Frankel cannot build on it here. Frank Stamper and Si Solus can fight it out for the runner-up slot.

Byblos sets a useful standard but FRANK STAMPER shaped well in a hot Wolverhampton novice on debut and may improve past him.
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Beaten by a short head when second in this race 12 months ago, Asfoora is a must for the shortlist. However, TIME FOR SANDALS could be the way to go. A surprise but game winner of the Group 1 Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot, Harry Eustace's progressive filly can enhance the good record three-year-olds boast in this showpiece event. The Cecil Frail winner Frost At Dawn and Khaadem, who landed this in 2022, are other solid options.

This can go to SHE'S QUALITY who has looked better than ever this year and looks sure to appreciate this sharp track at 5f.
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TERRITORIAL STAR did well to finish a length and a half second at Redcar at odds of 50/1 on her only start after missing the break and running green throughout. She could prove hard to beat with that experience under her belt. Advertised has a similar profile after her Redcar second over shorter where she ran on strongly despite stumbling, making her hard to ignore, leaving newcomer Havana Song as one to watch in the early markets.

This can go to ADVERTISED, a half-brother to two AW winners whose debut second at Redcar has been franked by the winner.
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Woodleigh is due a 1lb rise after a good second over 7f at Catterick on his debut run for Roger Fell and commands respect. However, EMBARKED, a course winner off 15lb higher last September, is notably well handicapped and is fancied to shrug aside a nominal 3lb nudge after last month's 1m win at Doncaster. Others to monitor in the betting include Spirit Of Bowland, Aspire To Glory and Prefer The Sister, who all boast decent all-weather form.

This is wide open but SUNDAY BELLE might be worth chancing after a Wolverhampton run that was more promising than the figures suggest.
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HAUNTED DREAM never recovered from being badly hampered when entering the final furlong in the Wolferton at Royal Ascot and that run is best forgotten. Better judged on his game success in this race 12 months ago, the son of Oasis Dream is fancied to go well. Fox Legacy has won two of his three starts for Andrew Balding and he is another key player. Previous course winners Liberty Lane and Godwinson are also considered.

The most solid option to put up a bold show at this track, over this trip and on rain-softened ground is LIBERTY LANE.
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Although WILLINGLY could only muster a sixth-placed effort at Haydock last month, she should prove far more competitive dropping into classified company. Mark Usher's mare is the highest-rated rival and a belated seventh career victory may beckon. Pinjarra arrives on the back of a respectable fourth over 7f here and may enjoy this drop in distance. The four-year-old is feared most, ahead of Colour Code.

This could take very little winning. PINJARRA is a 14-race maiden but arrives on the back of a positive performance here.
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A return to class 6 company proved just the trick for recent Doncaster winner Lumenbourg and he cannot be dismissed in his current vein of form. However, a 6lb higher mark demands another career-best performance from the four-year-old and TEA SEA is slightly more compelling. Tony Carroll's charge has filled the runner-up spot on his last two outings and compensation could be on the cards. Cancan In The Rain is the pick of the rest.

With the Patrick Chamings team going well the vote goes to THURSDAY'S CHILD, who caught the eye at Kempton last time.
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GOLDEN BROWN's best effort to date came when runner-up at Newcastle last time and, on that evidence, a mark of 78 for his nursery debut may prove to be on the generous side. Penhallam held on well when dropped to this trip at Newbury and is respected along with Try Storm Cat, a winner at Pontefract in June. Others for the shortlist include Shaman Champion and Old Is Gold.

This could go to ARDISIA, who endured a torrid passage in the Super Sprint and has shaped as though this step up to 6f will suit.
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Having posted her best effort to date when finishing second at Ayr 11 days ago, TANJEN could be poised to open her account. Tim Easterby's filly is 2lb well-in and she should take plenty of stopping if proving as effective on her Tapeta bow. The biggest threat may emerge from recent Thirsk third Beerwah, while C&D winner Startling sits on an attractive mark and cannot be dismissed either.

C&D winner MONTICRISTO BOY looks to be on a favourable mark for this return to the AW and can take advantage.
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LEAP DAY bounced back to form with a good runner-up effort at Thirsk last month and, racing off an unchanged mark, he ticks plenty of the right boxes. The five-year-old landed his sole victory at this track and could be poised to double his tally. The returning Mercurius Power ended his winter campaign with a close-up second over a furlong further here and he would make more appeal over further. With that in mind, a bigger threat may emerge from the in-form Harbour Vision.

Vibrato is dangerously well treated on last winter's form returned to AW but narrow preference is for ROCKSTAR ICON.
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Grecian Legacy is the sole course winner in this field after winning over a furlong shorter here in May and, although disappointing at Royal Ascot latest, he may be worth another chance. MUNSIF looked on his way to better things when winning his first two starts before a close-up third at York and, if he improves for being gelded, he may well outclass these off a mark of 87. Sea Of Kings makes his handicap debut and is also noted.

It was good to soft, soft in places when WAR HAWK pipped Grecian Legacy at Epsom and those two may again come to the fore.
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After their feature race success on Tuesday, Natalia Lupini and Seamie Heffernan could strike again with NAZARIO. The son of Coulsty ran a fine race to finish second on debut at Down Royal and with a tongue-tie now fitted, he should improve from that initial effort. World Tour wasn't far behind the selection in that Down Royal heat, but has since disappointed at Bellewstown. Blinkers are now tried on this Territories bay and it'll be disappointing if he's not involved. Bellamano is noted too.

Now in blinkers another chance is given to WORLD TOUR who showed plenty of promise on debut when just behind Nazario.
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FINN IRONSIDE made it second time lucky since racing under the tutelage of Ivan Furtado in June when landing the spoils at Doncaster last month. The four-year-old displayed a willing attitude and could be up to defying a 2lb rise from the assessor. C&D winner Front Gunner got back on the scoresheet at Redcar 42 days ago and should make his presence felt once more, along with Bantz, who will enjoy this sounder surface.

The choice is FINN IRONSIDE who had two of these behind when winning at Doncaster last time and has run well in all three starts here.
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Running off a rating off 54, HOUDINI MISS, Sunniva and Indigo Sierra jointly set a modest standard. However, the first-named has some course experience and as she is bred to appreciate stepping up to 7f, the James Horton-trained filly could be the one to side with based on her potential for a step forward. Harswell River has also shown enough promise to suggests he could have an impact in a weak event such as this.

A weak race in which the unexposed HOUDINI MISS is preferred to Harswell River.
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While some of his form reads very well, Sandor Clegane hasn't managed to win a race in well over two years and looks a bit vulnerable here in against mostly younger rivals. One of three Willie Mullins-trained representatives in the line-up, JARRIVE DE MEE is the selection. The winner of a point-to-point when in the care of Donnchadh Doyle, he has gone from strength to strength since and was a good fourth when last seen in Grade 1 company at Punchestown. With Jack Kennedy aboard, What's Up Darling looks the pick of Gordon Elliott's four, while Millforce and Shantreusse are others capable of making an impact.

It is JARRIVE DE MEE that appeals most following his good effort in a Grade 1 hurdle at Punchestown last time
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A multiple winner on the all-weather, Ana Emaraaty finally opened his account on turf when successful over a slightly shorter trip here. However, the runner-up WADACRE GIORGIO was beaten less than a length and, reopposing on more favourable terms, Charlie Johnston's inmate looks set to take advantage of his tumble down the weights. Billy Bathgate returns to this lower grade with a shout and is preferred to Crystal Guard of the rest.

On better terms than for his narrow defeat here last week, WADACRE GIORGIO is taken to reverse placings with Ana Emaraaty.
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Charlie Appleby has won three of the last five renewals, including last year's contest with the subsequent Group 1 winner Shadow Of Light, and BECKFORD'S FOLLY is seemingly held in high regard based on his entries in the Gimcrack and Mill Reef. He returned the impressive winner over C&D in June and the runner-up has boosted that form since. Ahead Of Fashion and Daretobedifferent look those most likely to fight it out for second.

Charlie Appleby has won three of the last five runnings of this and C&D winner BECKFORD'S FOLLY is likely to take plenty of beating.
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HAAZEEZ went down fighting when beaten by just a head in a 0-75 handicap at Doncaster last month and won't need much of a step forward to swing this one his way, with a 3lb rise noted as fair. The consistent Boyne Lady rates a big danger to the selection based on her close second to a 74-rated opponent the last time she was tried over 6f. Macedonian and Style King are other key players.

Haazeez is the one to beat after last week's fine second but BOYNE LADY could be the answer returned to 6f.
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If Seconds Count can bounce back to the level of her debut all-weather second she would go close, but two below-par runs since count against her and a chance is taken on I CAN IMAGINE. Third last time out when running on over shorter, connections add cheekpieces here and if they bring any improvement, that might be all she needs. Gladiadora is another to take seriously, but she has to give 7lb to her rivals as a four-year-old.

A weak race and preference is for I CAN IMAGINE, who sets a fair standard on her best form.
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A notoriously competitive affair. Bidding to win at the festival for a third year on the spin, NEVERADULLMOMENT is the selection. The choice of Mark Walsh and with this race his likely target for quite some time, it'll be disappointing if he's not involved towards the business end. A versatile performer and already a Grade 3 winner over fences, it'll be interesting to see how San Salvador fares. Of Gordon Elliott's five, Jack Kennedy has opted to partner Mars Harper. Beaten by just a nose 12 months ago, Moonovercloon is another of interest.

A typically open renewal but DIGBY is in the form of his life and he gets the tentative vote
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BLOOMING LEGEND faced a tougher task when only sixth at Chester last time. Placed in this lower grade at both Chepstow and Lingfield before that, Charlie Clover looks to have found the daughter of Coulsty a good opportunity to open her account. Third over the minimum trip back in May, Moghitha may improve for today's extra yardage. while Ten Sixty Six makes more appeal than Starintime of the newcomers.

A chance is taken on PARISIAN SCHOLAR, who underperformed on his debut and is expected to fare much better this time.
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JIMMY KNOCKER is edging closer to getting his head back in front. Andi Brown's charge was beaten less than a length at Yarmouth last time, despite having to be switched for a clear run, and it could be his turn again. Royal Musketeer has to be forgiven a disappointing effort last time, though has a shout on his second here before that, while the recent Wolverhampton winner Ballsgrove Boy is noted too.

This looks open. JIMMY KNOCKER was sent off favourite last time at Yarmouth and ran well from a good way off the pace.
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Symbol of Hope won this last year racing off a 2lb higher mark and he is more than capable of a decent showing. MOE'S LEGACY is looking for the hat-trick after wins over C&D and by three and a half lengths at Salisbury and the four-year-old may prove a tough nut to crack, especially being 3lb well-in under a penalty. Banana is another to consider with her jockey claiming 7lb after a close-up fourth at Nottingham.

Top of the list is hat-trick seeker MOE'S LEGACY, who is well treated under a penalty for her emphatic win at Salisbury last week.
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Fleetfoot came out on top when many of these faced off at the Curragh on Irish Derby weekend. A never-nearer fifth and running his best race in quite some time, MASHHOOR might now be able to reverse the form. Without a win in just over two years, a first-time hood might help sweeten up this Johnny Murtagh-trained seven-year-old. Murtagh also saddles Cheeky Wink, with Ben Coen opting to partner this 96-rated bay, who was second in Listed company on her latest start.

Loads with chances. LOPE DE LILAS had not been asked any kind of question when knocked out of Fleetfoot's race at the Curragh.
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The penalised Kunaa took a step forward when scoring with a plenty in hand over C&D on her nursery debut. Koffee And Kale ran well for third at Windsor and is entitled to step forward, while DAZZLING HAZE travels up from Newmarket with solid claims. The daughter of A'Ali found a Godolphin hotpot, rated 88, too good in novice company at Nottingham last time, but could well prove better than her opening mark now handicapping for the first time.

The Crisfords' DAZZLING HAZE is taken to build on her previous promise and make a winning start in nurseries for her in-form yard
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WAITING ALL NIGHT makes plenty of appeal after going close over C&D last time. He won this contest off the same mark last year and Richard Spencer's charge can launch another strong challenge. Walson's Law arrives in fine form, having won two of his last three outings, though has been raised 7lb for his latest success at Newbury, while Bell Shot could also have a say in proceedings.

The free-going WALSON'S LAW (nap) needs to be smuggled into his races but this could be run to suit him and he won nicely at Newbury.
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SPACEWOMAN almost pulled off a 25/1 shock when beaten a head on her Salisbury debut for Henry Candy, starting slowly and running on with purpose late on. Any improvement would see her getting into the mix here, but it is an open contest. Double Naughty pulled too hard on her debut to see the race out and can go well if she learns to settle, while the Richard Hughes newcomer Smartanck looks bred for the part, and could hit a top-three spot despite his lack of experience.

Simplify is respected but the vote goes to SPACEWOMAN, who made a bright start with her near-miss at Salisbury in June.
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JANNAH STAR has put together three solid efforts in maidens and may now gain reward for her consistency. The daughter of Sea The Stars beat all bar It's A Heartbeat at the Curragh and again filled the runner-up spot at Bellewstown last time. Eternal Spirit showed promise on both outings last year in maidens won by much better fancied stablemates including Minnie Hauk at Leopardstown last October. Ledecky makes plenty of appeal on pedigree.

Paddy Twomey won this with a debutante in 2023 and his well-bred Wotton Bassett filly LEDECKY is taken to make a winning start
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Having regained the winning thread over C&D 10 days ago, Jm Jhingree warrants respect in his follow-up bid. However, a 6lb penalty will make life tougher for Jim Goldie's charge and CASTAN could be the one to capitalise. The five-year-old has posted two sound efforts in defeat since scoring at Thirsk in May and he looks more than capable of scoring at this level. Curious Rover is the pick of the remainder.

A competitive sprint can go to LEXINGTON BLITZ, who hasn't been in the best form recently but has dropped to a good mark as a result.
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Aeolian gets 7lb from the previous winners in this field and, after a promising debut second, she warrants a place on the shortlist. La Scanderbeide won well at Yarmouth last month and seems likely to play her part, but a chance is taken on HOT FLAME. The winner of her only start at Yarmouth last October, she went into the notebook after keeping on well over the mile despite showing plenty of signs of inexperience.

Her comeback run was thoroughly underwhelming but PARTICIPLE should really have beaten a Group-class filly on last year's debut.
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HARDLASS found herself trapped on the rail approaching the final furlong at Ffos Las. She finished strongly for second once in the clear and another bold bid looks likely. Neptune Legend found only one too good in a handicap here on his penultimate start and could go close at this level with a similar effort, while Rogue Endeavour also returns to this venue with solid claims on his third here in June.

This can go to HARDLASS (nap), who made a bold bid over C&D in May and looked unlucky with her near-miss at Ffos Las three weeks ago.
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RIBEE filled the runner-up spot twice this spring and appears on a competitive mark as he reappears after a break. The selection beat all bar Birdie Time last time out over an extended 1m2f at Sligo, a race which has thrown up a number of subsequent winners. Spanish Temptress confirmed the promise on her handicap debut effort at Limerick when scoring in good style at Killarney and rates a threat along with the hat-trick seeking Dance For Chester.

VEGA'S MUSE (nap) may be able to get her head in front stepped back up in trip if the blinkers eke out a bit more
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UNTHINKABLE bounced back to form with a decent second at Beverley 11 days ago and makes grand appeal on this quick turnaround. The daughter of Kessaar is 5lb well-in and could take some stopping if performing to a similar level. Recent Redcar winner Due Respect is also ahead of the handicapper and is due to go up 3lb. Gary Rutherford's filly is likely to be in the mix once more, with the consistent Dumfries completing the shortlist.

The likeable DUE RESPECT (nap) escapes a penalty for her win at Redcar and can follow up at the chief expense of Unthinkable.
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John Berry does remarkably well with his small string and will be hoping that Cloudy Rose can land her hat-trick after successes at Brighton and Doncaster, but she has to give 3lb to the younger EMILY REBECCA which looks a big ask. She battled on well to win by a neck at Salisbury latest and won't go down without a fight. Not Now Nathaniel and perhaps Inlet could also get involved.

Donald McCain's NOT NOW NATHANIEL kept battling away for second at Haydock and this track should suit her well.
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LAUNCESTON was sent off the strong favourite upped to 1m2f here on his belated reappearance. He found one too good on that occasion, but this extra test of stamina will play to his strengths and Sir Mark Prescott's charge can make amends. Offiah's Boy won over C&D last month and is only 2lb higher. He can have a say in the outcome and is marginally preferred to Black Smoke, who has been in fine form over longer trips of late.

Sir Mark Prescott's 3yo LAUNCESTON is open to more progress on his step up to this trip and he gets the vote ahead of Virtual Hug.
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A DREAM TO SHARE was a high-class bumper performer notably winning Grade 1 events at both the Cheltenham and Punchestown Festivals in 2023. He failed to score when switched to hurdles but following a couple of promising efforts over inadequate trips on the Flat this year, he returned to winning form over 1m7f at Leopardstown last time. This Songisforyou won a valuable 1m2f handicap at the Curragh last autumn and the course bumper winner is considered. Bunting and Charlus are both noted as well.

High quality bumper horse, A DREAM TO SHARE looks as though he might be getting back in the groove following his win last time
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Elemental Eye is a fair starting point after winning an apprentices riders' event at Redcar 12 days ago. However, that was his 21st attempt at breaking his duck and his ability to quickly follow up is a concern. Therefore, it can pay to keep the faith with fellow last-time winner TROJAN SUN, who likes this venue and can make light of a 5lb penalty for a C&D success under Lauren Young most recently. Lunar Power is the pick of the rest.

This can go to TROJAN SUN who has gained all his three career wins here and can defy a 5lb penalty for his recent cosy success over 2m.
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DASHING DONKEY made all to come home three and a half lengths clear of his rivals over C&D last month and, although upped 7lb by the handicapper, that may not be enough to stop him if he can get an easy time on the front end. Liv My Life wasn't beaten far at Southwell in April and although she's disappointed since, she could be a player back up to a mile. H Key Lails is the pick for third.

This is wide open. The race perhaps came too soon when OPTIMATUM was beaten at odds-on last time and he gets another chance.
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Galactic Glow won over C&D in June but a 5lb rise proved beyond him when only third at Ffos Las. It remains to be seen how well ORCHESTRAL WAVE copes with his penalty for last week's victory at Leicester, but Jack Morland's charge seemed to win with plenty left up his sleeve and looks worth sticking with. Course regular Blue Hero has returned to a winning mark and could bounce back at any time.

This can go to ORCHESTRAL WAVE, who made his breakthrough with a comfortable win at Leicester and is a big player again under penalty.
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KOOL ONE is put forward as the one to beat. The Conor Maxwell-trained gelding won a similar 19-runner Navan handicap when last seen on the Flat last October and has shown promise since over hurdles. Preparations and Beautiful Chaos are others to consider. The former is feared most on the basis that she has performed well in defeat the last twice at Gowran and Ballinrobe.

CUCKALOO HILL is narrowly preferred in the hope that this step back up in distance brings about the necessary improvement
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This is the easiest task handed to MERSEA for quite some time and Grant Tuer-trained mare could take full advantage of taking a drop in class. Sixcor has better recent form than his stable companion Hard Nut, but both capable of bold showings at this level and the latter is dangerous to underestimate. The betting market could be a good guide where he is concerned. Wrestling Revenue runs off 5lb below his last winning mark and also merits consideration.

Grant Tuer's in-form mare MERSEA looks to have been found a very good opportunity to resume winning ways in an uncompetitive handicap.
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