1 Sunday 31st December 2023 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

Tomform Sunday 31st December 2023

There were 26 Races on Sunday 31st December 2023 across 4 meetings. There was 7 races at Punchestown, 7 races at Lingfield, 6 races at Warwick, 6 races at Uttoxeter, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Sunday 31st December 2023

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

12:24 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (7/2 -27%) Thapa Vc	3.5 7/2(-27%)	(5) Thapa Vc 7/2, Former C&D scorer who resumed winning ways with a bit to spare at Southwell (7f) 9 days ago. A 3 lb rise may not stop him. Good strike-rate on AW and won cosily at Southwell nine days ago; in the mix up 3lb.
2	2 2nd (2) (14/1 -87%) Desert Doctor	14 14/1(-87%)	(2) Desert Doctor 14/1, Course winner. Latest win at Salisbury in September. Eighth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 17/2) 51 days ago. Tom Marquand up but others are still preferred. Should be well treated on AW now but he needs to leave a quiet run at Newcastle behind him.
3	4 3rd (4) (9/2 +0%) Dayman	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(4) Dayman 9/2, Third of 11 in handicap at Kempton (7f, 33/1) 18 days ago, nearest finish. Won off a higher mark last year. Considered. Eye-catching 3rd at Kempton last time; up 2lb but still looks well treated; interesting.
4	1 4th (1) (9/2 -29%) Arctician	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(1) Arctician 9/2, C&D winner. 5/1, creditable second of 10 in C&D handicap 18 days ago. Should be thereabouts again. C&D win in March; good 2nd here last time and no obvious reason he wouldn't go well again.
5th	6 5th (6) (5/1 +55%) Abbey's Dream	5 5/1(+55%)	(6) Abbey's Dream 5/1, Three wins from 13 runs this year. Latest win at Wolverhampton in September. Creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (7f) 23 days ago, ridden too aggressively. Can play a part under Hollie Doyle. 7f win at Wolverhampton in September; some good runs since but others look better treated.
6th	3 6th (3) (7/2 +61%) Chola Empire	3.5 7/2(+61%)	(3) Chola Empire 7/2, Respectable eighth of 13 in handicap (7/1) at Newcastle (7f), unable to sustain effort. Off 122 days. Hood back on. On a workable mark if primed after his short break. On a handy mark and the return of a hood could help; each-way claims at least.
7th	7 7th (7) (10/1 +0%) Starsong	10 10/1(+0%)	(7) Starsong 10/1, 7/2, respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford (6f) 10 days ago. Capable of being very competitive from her mark. On a fair mark but all wins at 6f and her stamina for 7f still isn't conclusively proven.
8th	9 8th (9) (22/1 -38%) A Pint Of Bear	22 22/1(-38%)	(9) A Pint Of Bear 22/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2021. Eighth of 9 in handicap (28/1) at Wolverhampton (7f) 12 days ago. Probably best to look elsewhere. Threatening over sprint trips but too free upped to 7f last time; others look safer.
9th	8 9th (8) (66/1 -371%) Fly The Nest	66 66/1(-371%)	(8) Fly The Nest 66/1, Three wins earlier in year, including twice over C&D. Off 9 months, well held here 5 weeks ago. Needs to leave that well behind. Three wins (two over C&D) in February/March; well held back from a break last month.

LTO Selection:

Fresh from her exploits riding in Japan, Hollie Doyle can sound a timely reminder of her worth in the saddle as she is reunited with ABBEY'S DREAM (second), who appeals strongly based on recent form. The selection had plenty in hand over Thapa VC (seventh) when they encountered each other at Wolverhampton last month and has a live chance of cementing the form, despite her old rival's return to form with a cosy win off 3lb lower at Southwell nine days ago. Arctician is another to consider.

If THAPA VC is in the same form as at Southwell just before Christmas a 3 lb rise may not prevent him going in again. Dayman took a step back in the right direction at Kempton last time and is second choice ahead of Abbey's Dream.

This looks likely to be run at a solid pace and Thapa VC and DAYMAN (nap) should be arriving on the scene late.

12:24 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:45 Punchestown Maiden Chase 24f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	5 1st (5) (9/4 +18%) Monty's Star	2.25 9/4(+18%)	(5) Monty's Star 9/4, Lightly-raced but useful winner over hurdles made an encouraging start over fences when third of 13 in novice chase at Fairyhouse (21.5f, soft) on debut over fences 29 days ago. Evenly matched with Three Card Brag on that effort and he should have more to offer. Bit to find with Three Card Brag on Fairyhouse debut run but longer trip to suit.
2	6 2nd (6) (4/11 +37%) Three Card Brag	0.363636 4/11(+37%)	(6) Three Card Brag 4/11, Useful hurdler boasts the physique for chasing and showed plenty to like when second of 13 in novice chase at Fairyhouse (21.5f, soft) on debut over fences 29 days ago. The one to beat. Debut second at Fairyhouse marks him out as the one to beat if staying 3m.
3	4 3rd (4) (25/1 -285%) Klarc Kent	25 25/1(-285%)	(4) Klarc Kent 25/1, Lightly-raced winner under NH rules. Fairly useful winner at 19f in bumpers but well beaten both starts over hurdles last year. Something to prove sent chasing after 11 months off. Absent nearly a year since poor maiden hurdle runs; hard to assess now switched to fences.
4	2 4th (2) (50/1 -400%) Fakiera	50 50/1(-400%)	(2) Fakiera 50/1, Fair chaser. Fifteen runs since last win in 2020. 18/1, first run since leaving Gordon Elliott when bit below form sixth of 11 in handicap chase at Navan (20.4f, heavy) 22 days ago, inadequate test. More exposed than most and is difficult to fancy. Good runs in staying handicaps last season for Gordon Elliott but comeback run below best.
5th	3 5th (3) (200/1 +0%) Hunt Museum	200 200/1(+0%)	(3) Hunt Museum 200/1, Modest hurdler. 250/1, fifth of 6 in novice chase at this course (23.7f, heavy) 19 days ago. Impossible to make a case for. Two runs over fences suggest he'll need more time and handicaps.

LTO Selection:

THREE CARD BRAG (second) had Monty's Star (third) behind at Fairyhouse earlier in the month, when he was only denied by just under a length at the line and he tended to jump to the left at times. Therefore, the switch to this left-handed track could aid his cause and, with the likelihood of plenty more to come on his second chase start, he could prove very difficult to beat. The latter is expected to prove the main threat once more and he isn't taken lightly, while Digby has pleased in both chase efforts so far and can fight it out for the minor honours.

THREE CARD BRAG finished just ahead of Monty's Star in a red-hot Fairyhouse event earlier this month and Gordon Elliott's gelding gets the nod to confirm placings with his similarly exciting rival. Digby has also made an encouraging start over fences and rates as the clear third pick.

An intriguing rematch between THREE CARD BRAG and Montys Star, the former taken to confirm the form

12:45 Punchestown Maiden Chase 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:54 Lingfield Stakes (Class 5) 7f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (6/5 +20%) Rockstar Icon	1.2 6/5(+20%)	(3) Rockstar Icon 6/5, Twice-raced maiden. Second of 8 in novice at Haydock (7f, good to firm, 13/2) in June. Not seen since but major player if resuming in similar form. Widest stall shouldn't be as big an issue in a race like this as it would be in a handicap. Haydock 2nd in June sets the standard; gelded since; drawn wide but still has more to come.
2	1 2nd (1) (9/2 -13%) Different Breed	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(1) Different Breed 9/2, Fair maiden. 50/1, very good third of 7 in nursery at Wolverhampton (7f) 13 days ago, having run of race. Placed on last 3 starts, most recently in a 7f nursery; one of the leading form contenders.
3	10 3rd (10) (18/1 -13%) Wild Saffron	18 18/1(-13%)	(10) Wild Saffron 18/1, 11/1, seventh of 8 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7f) on debut 43 days ago. Needs to have come on a lot for the run. Slowly away and never seriously involved on debut last month; bred to do better in time.
4	9 4th (9) (10/1 -100%) Pretence	10 10/1(-100%)	(9) Pretence 10/1, Fair performer. Won 7f seller at Chester in June. Below form in nursery (25/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 44 days ago but in the mix if back to her best under Tom Marquand. Won a Chester seller in June; limitations look well established though & others are safer.
5th	7 5th (7) (6/1 +25%) Snooker McCrew	6 6/1(+25%)	(7) Snooker McCrew 6/1, Twice-raced maiden. Stepped up on debut when fourth of 10 in 1m novice here 11 days ago. Will need more again to go close. Promise in two 1m runs here; not sure to appreciate today's drop in trip.
6th	6 6th (6) (25/1 +0%) Electrified	25 25/1(+0%)	(6) Electrified 25/1, More one for handicaps judged on his 2 efforts to date. Down the field in two 7f runs since September; of more interest once handicapping.
7th	4 7th (4) (28/1 +30%) Running Deal	28 28/1(+30%)	(4) Running Deal 28/1, Well held in 2 runs at Kempton. Outsider. Huge prices and just modest form in two 7f runs at Kempton this winter.
8th	12 8th (12) (125/1 -400%) They	125 125/1(-400%)	(12) They 125/1, Well held in 2 starts at Chelmsford. More one for handicaps. Well beaten in 7f/6f events at Chelmsford this winter; handicaps more suitable in time.
9th	2 9th (2) (4/1 +0%) Rey De La Batalla	4 4/1(+0%)	(2) Rey De La Batalla 4/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Off 5 months, improved when fourth of 14 in novice at Kempton (7f) 18 days ago. Thereabouts. Promise here on debut (6f); improved effort when 4th at Kempton latest; should be involved.
10th	5 10th (5) (150/1 -127%) Clancy	150 150/1(-127%)	(5) Clancy 150/1, Has failed to beat a rival in 2 outings at Kempton. Big prices and yet to beat a rival in two runs at Kempton (6f/7f); not easily recommended.
11th	11 11th (11) (125/1 -150%) Ashford Hill	125 125/1(-150%)	(11) Ashford Hill 125/1, 2,000 gns Massaat filly. Half-sister to 6f winner Stanley Snugfit. Dam 5f/6f winner. Probably best watched on debut. Just minor appeal on pedigree and not an obvious winner on debut.

LTO Selection:

ROCKSTAR ICON made a now 85-rated rival pull out all the stops at Haydock when he was last seen in June and is worth chancing on his return to action. Now gelded, the son of Sixties Icon is hardly overfaced for his all-weather debut and, with David Probert booked to do the steering, everything is in place for a nice confidence booster ahead of future opportunities when he switches to handicaps. Different Breed and Rey De La Batalla are a couple of others to monitor in the betting, too.

If ROCKSTAR ICON returns from a break in the same sort of form as when second at Haydock in June he looks sure to make a bold bid. Rey de La Batalla and Different Breed are others likely to have a say.

Divine Breath needs a market check on debut but ROCKSTAR ICON may be able to make a winning return despite the widest stall.

12:54 Lingfield Stakes (Class 5) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:00 Warwick Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 19f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (5/2 -11%) Call Me Arthur	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(5) Call Me Arthur 5/2, Didn't offer a great deal in 5 starts at around 2m but much more like it when second in 15-runner Exeter handicap (21.6f) in November, staying on well and just failing. One to be interested in on that evidence. Much-improved form when close second of 15 last month; can progress again.
6	6 (6) (8/1 +20%) Pollyonesock	8 8/1(+20%)	(6) Pollyonesock 8/1, Stepped up on what she showed in bumpers when third of 10 on first completed start over hurdles at Stratford (16.3f, soft) in April. Hasn't gone without promise both starts beyond 2m since, latterly when fifth in an Aintree novice (20f) in November. Likely capable of better now handicapping. Placed in run-of-the-mill mares' maiden in April but yet to build on that performance.
4	4 (4) (9/2 -29%) Ingennio	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(4) Ingennio 9/2, Remains a maiden following 10 attempts over hurdles but he again ran well when second at Newcastle (16.8f) 17 days ago, every chance approaching last and keeping on. Effective at this longer trip and he's one to bear in mind. 0-10 over hurdles but ran big race in defeat on heavy ground this month; shortlisted.
1	1 (1) (13/2 -18%) I Got Stung	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(1) I Got Stung 13/2, Shaped like a stayer when finishing midfield only start in bumpers and offered more than previously over hurdles when fourth on qualifying run at Ludlow (15.7f) in October. Yard know this family well and likely there's more to come now handicapping up in trip. Encouraging fourth in 2m novice in October; should have improvement to come in handicaps.
3	3 (3) (13/2 -8%) Bitsnbuckles	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(3) Bitsnbuckles 13/2, Looks to have been brought along with handicaps in mind, not knocked about turned out quickly at Market Rasen 6 weeks ago. This longer trip will suit and interesting if the market speaks in his favour. Displayed promise in 2m novice hurdles and ought to be suited by this stiffer test.
11	11 (11) (15/2 -7%) Robber's Bridge	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(11) Robber's Bridge 15/2, Has made more impact since sent handicapping this year and not discredited when third at Wincanton (19.8f) 38 days ago, the step back up in trip looking in his favour. Each-way claims from same mark. Sound effort when placed at Wincanton last month but now 0-13 over hurdles.
7	7 (7) (18/1 -80%) Clongowes	18 18/1(-80%)	(7) Clongowes 18/1, Flat winner who remains a maiden in this sphere but showed some promise starting out for new yard when fifth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Lingfield (2m) last month. Eased further 4 lb ahead of this if he can build on that. Unlucky not to win off today's mark in May and ran okay on recent stable debut; a possible.
9	9 (9) (22/1 -10%) Amalfi Skyline	22 22/1(-10%)	(9) Amalfi Skyline 22/1, No impact in 4 starts over hurdles, latterly on handicap debut back in June and returns to this sphere following a considerate introduction to chasing at Ludlow 25 days ago. Best watched. Pulled up on handicap hurdle debut in June but ran okay in a chase this month.
12	12 (12) (22/1 +12%) Getaway With You	22 22/1(+12%)	(12) Getaway With You 22/1, Maiden who was again sent off at long odds but managed to better previous exploits when fourth of 13 in novices' handicap at Lingfield (19.5f) in November. However, more needed if he's to play a part here. Ran well for a long way when fourth at Lingfield but is effectively 4lb higher here.
10	10 (10) (25/1 +75%) James Baie	25 25/1(+75%)	(10) James Baie 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules who hasn't offered a great deal in trio of hurdle outings in recent months. Needs to show much more now handicapping. Well beaten at huge odds in three 2m novice/maiden hurdles this autumn; handicap debut.
2	2 (2) (25/1 +0%) Commodore Miller	25 25/1(+0%)	(2) Commodore Miller 25/1, Fair form at his best for Nicky Henderson and was in the process of running well when departing 2 out in a Huntingdon handicap on first start for this yard in January. However, didn't jump well when down the field on his return at this venue in November. Struggled to get competitive here last month and has much more to prove than some.
8	8 (8) (25/1 +0%) Passengerontheship	25 25/1(+0%)	(8) Passengerontheship 25/1, Placed in an Irish point, but low-key start in trio of quick-fire maiden/novice hurdle runs in recent months. Handicaps will be more his bag now at least. Always in rear division in three maiden/novice hurdles; improvement possible in handicaps.
13	13 (13) (25/1 +50%) Call Me Sainte	25 25/1(+50%)	(13) Call Me Sainte 25/1, Little form in a bumper/over hurdles to date and she's best watched operating from out of the weights. Unplaced all eight hurdling starts and 10lb out of the weights today.

LTO Selection:

Having shown little in a handful of 2m starts, the money arrived for CALL ME ARTHUR over 2m5f at Exeter last month and he was only narrowly thwarted by Harry Fry's well-treated Danton. Tom Lacey's four-year-old is evidently thought capable of better and, though he's been raised 3lb, he could easily be ahead of the handicapper if handling this testing surface. Ingennio was only just denied when second in the mud at Newcastle last time and should again go well, while Olly Murphy's Bitsnbuckles is interesting over a longer trip on his handicap debut considering he once went close in a 3m point-to-point.

CALL ME ARTHUR showed much more than previously when just touched off by a fellow improver at Exeter 5 weeks ago, and with the prospect of more to come, he gets the nod to go one place better now. I Got Stung, Ingennio and Bitsnbuckles are others to consider.

Today's stiffer stamina test might unlock significant improvement from handicap debutant I GOT STUNG, who gets the nod.

13:00 Warwick Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:10 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 23f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (4/6 -8%) Classic Maestro	0.666667 4/6(-8%)	(1) Classic Maestro 4/6, Fair form when runner-up on last 3 starts over hurdles, the latest in a heavy-ground 2¾m course handicap 9 days ago. This looks a very good opening. Has solid form under rules and is knocking at the door; leading contender.
4	4 (4) (6/1 +20%) Mayheblucky	6 6/1(+20%)	(4) Mayheblucky 6/1, Made the frame on all 3 starts in Irish points but the latest of them was in December 2021 so he's presumably had a few issues. Betting the best guide to expectations now hurdling. Irish point form (in 2021) has some substance; interesting rules debutant.
7	7 (7) (7/2 -17%) Saint Bibiana	3.5 7/2(-17%)	(7) Saint Bibiana 7/2, Won the bumper on this card (heavy ground) for Kim Bailey a year ago. Faded from the second last when fifth on her 2½m course hurdle debut/reappearance for new trainer Georgina Nicholls but should be sharper now. Looks the chief threat to Classic Maestro. Won the bumper on this card last year for previous yard; possibilities.
2	2 (2) (9/1 -13%) Free The Lion	9 9/1(-13%)	(2) Free The Lion 9/1, Closely related to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Bavington Bob (19f-3m winner). Maiden Irish pointer, made frame last time (Nov 26). Worth a betting check on hurdle debut for John Butler. 0-6 in Irish points but he's bred to do better still; rules debut.
6	6 (6) (22/1 -38%) Jalisco Star	22 22/1(-38%)	(6) Jalisco Star 22/1, Placed both starts in Irish points but comfortably held in 2 bumpers for Thomas Gallagher in the spring and suffered a similar fate on Fontwell hurdle debut for Laura Horsfall. Rules form is unconvincing; tongue-tie enlisted.
5	5 (5) (40/1 +60%) Nippin N Poppin	40 40/1(+60%)	(5) Nippin N Poppin 40/1, 50/1, seventh of 8 in bumper at Worcester (2m, soft) on debut in September 2022. Off since. Absent since showing little in bumper 15 months ago.
3	3 (3) (100/1 +0%) Legostar	100 100/1(+0%)	(3) Legostar 100/1, Fourth on the second of 3 starts in Irish bumpers in 2021. Won a point since but always behind on 19.5f Doncaster hurdle debut 16 days ago. Up in trip. Beaten long way at Doncaster this month back under rules.

LTO Selection:

CLASSIC MAESTRO has been rattling the crossbar of late and he looks to have been found a suitable opportunity to shed his maiden tag. Saint Bibiana is entitled to build on her hurdles debut when fifth over 2m4f at this venue, with this emphasis on stamina expected to see her in a better light. She is feared most ahead of Rules debutant Free The Lion, who hasn't been disgraced between the flags.

This looks an excellent opportunity for CLASSIC MAESTRO to end his run of seconds. Course bumper scorer Saint Bibiana is the obvious danger.

The clear pick on hurdles form, CLASSIC MAESTRO looks poised to gain reward for his consistency. Saint Bibiana is feared most.

13:10 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:15 Punchestown Handicap Chase 24f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
5	5 (5) (3/1 +67%) Silver King	3 3/1(+67%)	(5) Silver King 3/1, Never dangerous when fifth of 14 in maiden chase (20/1) at Cork (21f, soft) 35 days ago, still having plenty to do 4 out. Hood reapplied and he could be capable of better making his handicap debut. Hasn't looked a natural so far chasing; much more needed to feature here on handicap debut.
2	2 (2) (4/1 -60%) Clonmeen	4 4/1(-60%)	(2) Clonmeen 4/1, Opened account under Rules when scoring in 14-runner handicap chase at Down Royal (24f, soft, 10/1) 50 days ago, staying on to lead final 100 yds. Can give another good account returned to this longer trip. Down Royal win looks solid form; 9lb higher now so more needed but possible.
6	6 (6) (7/2 +0%) Chosen Diamond	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(6) Chosen Diamond 7/2, Made a winning chase debut at Naas in November and was still going well in third when unseating rider 4 out in handicap at Clonmel (17.9f, heavy, 7/2) 24 days ago. Remains with potential over fences. Impressive Naas debut winner then unseated at Clonmel; likely still has more to offer.
1	1 (1) (8/1 -33%) Where It All Began	8 8/1(-33%)	(1) Where It All Began 8/1, After 7 months off, possibly needed the run when fifth of 9 in handicap chase (18/1) at Fairyhouse (21.5f, soft) 29 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and could yet do better on only his third handicap start. Let down by jumping so far in handicaps; cheekpieces now tried.
4	4 (4) (11/1 +8%) Tucson Train	11 11/1(+8%)	(4) Tucson Train 11/1, Fairly useful winner at 20f over hurdles. Failed to improve from chasing debut when seventh of 11 in maiden at Kilbeggan (19f, soft, 10/1) 170 days ago. Back up in trip as he goes handicapping. Ordinary efforts in beginners' chase over the summer and best watched on handicap debut.
7	7 (7) (11/4 -46%) Kings Halo	2.75 11/4(-46%)	(7) Kings Halo 11/4, Built on promise of previous run when winning 12-runner handicap chase at Tramore (21.4f, soft, 5/2) 33 days ago, responding well. Can follow up with more still to offer over this longer trip. Tramore winner's 8lb rise plenty but still respected.
3	3 (3) (28/1 -100%) The Big Galloper	28 28/1(-100%)	(3) The Big Galloper 28/1, Back over fences, failed to come on for reappearance when well-beaten tenth of 11 in handicap at Cork (21f, soft, 25/1) 35 days ago. Mark has fallen further a result but he remains a maiden in this sphere. Tailed off at Cork; no obvious claims but yard back among the winners during the week.

LTO Selection:

KINGS HALO gained compensation for his narrow defeat at Clonmel in early November when landing the spoils at Tramore later that month. The eight-year-old may be able to unlock enough improvement from this step up in distance over 3m to negate an 8lb rise in the ratings. Fellow last-time-out scorer Clonmeen is feared most, despite a 9lb hike in the handicap seeming a tad excessive, while Chosen Diamond likely has more to offer in this sphere too.

KINGS HALO has shown improved form over fences this season, opening his chase account at Tramore on his latest outing, and he can score again with the step up in trip likely to suit. Chosen Diamond is worth another chance to build on his successful chase debut and could be the main danger, while Clonmeen also merits consideration.

Not that strong a contest and perhaps CLONMEEN can follow up a recent Down Royal win over the trip

13:15 Punchestown Handicap Chase 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:24 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (3/1 +40%) Lost In Time	3 3/1(+40%)	(6) Lost In Time 3/1, Improved on recent efforts to readily win 9-runner handicap at this C&D (AW, 7/2) 18 days ago. Not taken lightly up 2 lb. 2lb rise for C&D wins opens the door for a repeat, if he is able to match his effort..
1	1 (1) (7/1 -133%) Chagall	7 7/1(-133%)	(1) Chagall 7/1, Gained his third win of 2023 in 12-runner handicap at this course (10f, AW) 60 days ago by ½ length from Star of Epsom, always holding on. Up 3 lb but that form has been franked and another bold showing is on the cards. 1m2f winner on last two visits here; steps up in trip and needs to settle to see it out..
5	5 (5) (7/2 +50%) Platinum Prince	3.5 7/2(+50%)	(5) Platinum Prince 7/2, Course winner. 25/1, creditable fifth of 10 in handicap at Goodwood (8f, soft) 77 days ago, not ideally placed. Significantly up in trip. Cheekpieces back on. Unreliable type, though. Below last winning mark; has won when fresh; returns from a break as a potential player..
7	7 (7) (9/1 -29%) Star Of Epsom	9 9/1(-29%)	(7) Star Of Epsom 9/1, 3 wins from 12 runs this year. 9/2, creditable third of 12 in handicap at this course (10f, AW) 11 days ago, not ideally placed. Can give a good account. Four-time 1m2f course winner; yet to win over this far but looks an each-way player..
9	9 (9) (11/2 +45%) Mirabello Bay	5.5 11/2(+45%)	(9) Mirabello Bay 11/2, Course winner. 15/2 and blinkered for 1st time, very good third of 12 in handicap at this course (10f, AW) 18 days ago. Can go well again with headgear again sported. Returned to better form here (1m2f; first-time blinkers) latest; player back up in trip..
11	11 (11) (11/2 +54%) Fullforward	5.5 11/2(+54%)	(11) Fullforward 11/2, Latest win at Windsor in August. Creditable 3 lengths fourth of 9 to Lost In Time in handicap (9/1) at this C&D (AW) 18 days ago. Not ruled out. One of his better AW efforts when 3l fourth over C&D recently; drops 1lb; more needed..
10	10 (10) (14/1 +0%) Delvey	14 14/1(+0%)	(10) Delvey 14/1, Respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 4/1) 66 days ago. No forlorn hope. Acts on Polytrack, though comfortably beaten in all three starts here; bit to prove..
3	3 (3) (20/1 -233%) Angel On High	20 20/1(-233%)	(3) Angel On High 20/1, Won 9-runner handicap at Brighton (9.9f, good, 3/1). Off 118 days but this course winner is well in the mix back up in trip. Last seen winning on turf (1m2f); stays 1m4f; probable player if ready after a break..
2	2 (2) (22/1 -83%) Come On John	22 22/1(-83%)	(2) Come On John 22/1, 3 wins from 19 runs this year. Latest win at Wolverhampton in November. Eighth of 12 in handicap (11/2) at this course (10f, AW) 18 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Merits consideration. Just 1lb higher than Wolverhampton win last month but stamina to prove over new trip.
4	4 (4) (22/1 -83%) Handel	22 22/1(-83%)	(4) Handel 22/1, Winner at Yarmouth in July. 40/1, fifth of 8 in handicap at this C&D (AW) 25 days ago, caught further back than ideal. Considered. Acts here but needs to improve on his latest effort, when upped in trip over C&D..
8	8 (8) (33/1 -65%) Bond Spirit	33 33/1(-65%)	(8) Bond Spirit 33/1, 33/1, last of 9 in handicap at Newmarket (10f, good). Off 156 days with work to do. Not seen since well beaten on turf; acts on Polytrack but others press stronger claims..

LTO Selection:

Chagall (winner) and STAR OF EPSOM (second) are closely matched based on their encounter over 1m2f here last month and, while the former commands respect, the latter looks worth chancing in his bid to turn the form around. Doing his best work near the finish in that aforementioned race, the selection may be the better equipped of the two to cope with this longer trip and has won here since. Last-time-out winners Lost In Time and Angel On High complete the shortlist.

Plenty are in with a shout. CHAGALL has enjoyed a good 2023 and with the form of his recent course victory having been franked he is taken to bag a fourth success of the year. Stylish C&D scorer Lost In Time heads the list of dangers, although course-winner Mirabello Bay and in-form trio Star of Epsom, Come On John and Handel all need factoring in too.

Preference is for PLATINUM PRINCE, who goes well when fresh, is back on a winning mark and handles this track.

13:24 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:30 Warwick Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 21f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (2/1 -14%) Ottoline	2 2/1(-14%)	(2) Ottoline 2/1, Having shown modest form in bumpers, was much improved on her third start over hurdles when winning novice at Uttoxeter (22.2f, heavy) 9 days ago, suited by the step up in trip. Respected now that she's up and running. Kept on well to beat 4-9 favourite on heavy ground at Uttoxeter last month; respected.
1	1 (1) (5/4 +9%) Don't Rightly Know	1.25 5/4(+9%)	(1) Don't Rightly Know 5/4, Defied a long absence when readily gettting off the mark in novice at Exeter (23.1f) in November. Ran at least as well when collared on the line at Wincanton (21.4f, heavy) 19 days ago, so she looks to hold leading claims. Returned from long layoff with 16l win last month and ran well on heavy ground since.
6	6 (6) (8/1 -33%) Oneandahalfdegrees	8 8/1(-33%)	(6) Oneandahalfdegrees 8/1, After 7 months off, showed more than on her first start in bumpers when sixth of 17 at Wincanton (15.2f, soft) 50 days ago. Bred to come into her own once jumping, so she's an interesting contender now upped in trip over hurdles. Shaped with significant promise in big-field bumper last month; hurdle debut today.
3	3 (3) (9/1 +64%) Ellies Sister	9 9/1(+64%)	(3) Ellies Sister 9/1, Green on debut but knew more when runner-up in a Hereford bumper in January. However, produced a lacklustre first effort over hurdles at Market Rasen in May, so needs to leave that run well behind after a further 7 months off. Modest second in a bumper; not seen since since struggling on hurdle debut in May.
7	7 (7) (18/1 -80%) Quite The Getaway	18 18/1(-80%)	(7) Quite The Getaway 18/1, Made the frame twice from 4 starts in bumpers, but offered little on her stable/hurdling debut when well-beaten sixth in maiden at Lingfield (19.5f, good to soft) a month ago. However, she could fare better with her recent run behind her. Second in good-ground course bumper last season but struggled on recent hurdling debut.
5	5 (5) (22/1 -57%) Molto Bene	22 22/1(-57%)	(5) Molto Bene 22/1, Showed a bit on her debut when fifth of 10 in maiden hurdle at Lingfield (19.5f, good to soft) last month. Will need to take a step forward from that first experience, though shaped as if going up in trip should suit. Made low-key debut when well-held fifth in Lingfield maiden hurdle (2m3f last month.
8	8 (8) (22/1 -38%) Twyford's Diamond	22 22/1(-38%)	(8) Twyford's Diamond 22/1, Well held in bumper for Alastair Ralph but, after 9 months off, improved from that effort when fifth of 16 at Ludlow (15.8f, soft) on her stable debut last month. Bred to be suited by this longer distance as she makes her hurdles bow. Second bumper run was much better than her debut; much more needed again here.
4	4 (4) (50/1 +0%) Miss Ghillie	50 50/1(+0%)	(4) Miss Ghillie 50/1, Failed to complete both starts in points in the spring and looked one for the longer term when well held in maiden hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, good to soft) on Rules debut 40 days ago. Showed only minor promise on last month's rules debut at Hereford (2m3f, good).

LTO Selection:

Venetia Williams' Ottoline is likely to be a warm order following an emphatic win in gruelling conditions at Uttoxeter last week but she has to shoulder a 7lb penalty, as does Don't Rightly Know, who was touched off in a hard race at Wincanton last time having defied a long absence to win well over 2m7f at Exeter last month. Both should be firmly in the mix but may be worth taking on with hurdling debutant ONEANDAHALFDEGREES, who has shaped with encouragement in two decent bumpers and she's bred to appreciate this much increased stamina test.

DON'T RIGHTLY KNOW opened her account in good style at Exeter in November and backed up that effort when second at Wincanton 19 days ago, so she is taken to resume winning ways as she makes only her fifth start under Rules. The 8-y-o can see off the challenge of recent winner Ottoline, while Oneandahalfdegrees is one to note on her hurdling debut.

The pick is DON'T RIGHTLY KNOW, who backed up her wide-margin Exeter win with a good effort in defeat on heavy ground at Wincanton.

13:30 Warwick Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:40 Uttoxeter Novices Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (3/1 -60%) Let's Go Joe	3 3/1(-60%)	(1) Let's Go Joe 3/1, Runner-up in a point before (tongue tied) making a winning hurdles debut for new yard in 10-runner novice at Sedgefield (19.8f, heavy) 45 days ago. Has more to offer and holds leading claims. Scored at Sedgefield last month on stable/hurdles debut; open to progress.
5	5 (5) (4/1 +20%) Grand Albert	4 4/1(+20%)	(5) Grand Albert 4/1, Winning Irish pointer who came in second of 5 in bumper (11/10) at Bangor (16.7f, heavy) 16 days ago, running on. Much respected on his hurdles debut. Irish point winner; close second in Bangor bumper for new yard; should progress.
2	2 (2) (5/2 -25%) West Warhorse	2.5 5/2(-25%)	(2) West Warhorse 5/2, Left his hurdling debut behind when landing 7-runner novice hurdle (5/1) at Fakenham (20f, heavy) 12 days ago. Open to further progress and well in the mix. Easy success under Alice Stevens at Fakenham last week; leading contender.
4	4 (4) (11/2 -10%) Chatshow Tv	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(4) Chatshow Tv 11/2, Finished runner-up sole start in Irish points and shaped well sent hurdling when third in a Warwick novice (19f). Failed to build on that when fourth over 2m4f here but he remains with potential. Latest effort suggests this drop in trip will suit; major player at the weights.
8	8 (8) (16/1 -14%) Jo Lescribaa	16 16/1(-14%)	(8) Jo Lescribaa 16/1, Placed in 2 bumpers in France but only sixth both starts over hurdles at Warwick and Bangor this winter. Lots to find. Needs to improve and may be more interesting in handicaps shortly.
7	7 (7) (28/1 -12%) Jean De Monts	28 28/1(-12%)	(7) Jean De Monts 28/1, Showed some ability when sixth in 2m minor event on only outing on Flat in France but tailed off on his recent Doncaster hurdles debut. Ran dismally at Doncaster on British/hurdles debut.
3	3 (3) (50/1 -213%) Book Of Verse	50 50/1(-213%)	(3) Book Of Verse 50/1, Poor maiden on Flat and over hurdles, flattered when third of 6 in handicap hurdle at Bangor (16.7f, heavy) 16 days ago. Needs a big step forward. Modest maiden on Flat and over hurdles; stiff task.
6	6 (6) (80/1 -220%) Great Warford	80 80/1(-220%)	(6) Great Warford 80/1, Little show both runs over hurdles, pulled up in novice at Southwell (15.8f, soft) 14 days ago. Others appeal more. Holds poor claims on form.

LTO Selection:

Although keen, West Warhorse appeared to appreciate the step up in trip when opening his account over 2m4f at Fakenham recently. A return to 2m in this contest may leave him vulnerable, with fellow last-time-out scorer LET'S GO JOE edging the vote. The gelded son of Cannock Chase won a shade cosily at Sedgefield last month and displayed enough speed that day to suggest he can cope with this drop in distance. Grand Albert and Chatshow Tv also warrant consideration.

LET'S GO JOE has to shoulder a 7 lb penalty for his Sedgefield success but still looks the way to go with improvement very much on the cards. Chatshow TV could emerge as the chief threat if shrugging off a lesser showing here last time out, although Fakenham-scorer West Warhorse and newcomer Grand Albert could both also have a say.

Six-figure purchase GRAND ALBERT is taken to build on his Bangor bumper effort. West Warhorse is second choice.

13:40 Uttoxeter Novices Hurdle (Class 4) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:45 Punchestown Maiden Hurdle 17f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
6	6 (6) (2/5 +77%) Storm Heart	0.4 2/5(+77%)	(6) Storm Heart 2/5, Fairly useful on Flat in France, easy winner of 1½m maiden at Mont-De-Marsan when last seen in March. Gelded subsequently and no surprise to see him feature on hurdles debut for top NH outfit. A 1m4f event on good ground in France in March, of obvious interest on hurdling debut.
8	8 (8) (7/1 -110%) Hey Whatever	7 7/1(-110%)	(8) Hey Whatever 7/1, Fair maiden on the Flat. Promising start over hurdles when second of 10 in juvenile hurdle (11/2) at Fairyhouse (16.1f, heavy) on yard/NH debut 15 days ago. Likely to improve. Bright start over hurdles when chasing home a shorter-priced stablemate Pacini, big chance.
9	9 (9) (9/1 -64%) Jeaniemacaroney	9 9/1(-64%)	(9) Jeaniemacaroney 9/1, Fair maiden on the Flat who stepped up on his hurdles debut effort when third of 13 in juvenile hurdle at this course (16.5f, soft, 9/2) 45 days ago. Open to further improvement and she could well get involved. Not foot-perfect when third at Punchestown, 4l to find with Eagles Run on that running..
2	2 (2) (12/1 -118%) Eagles Reign	12 12/1(-118%)	(2) Eagles Reign 12/1, Modest maiden on the Flat. Twice-raced maiden over hurdles. 25/1, much improved when second of 13 in juvenile hurdle at this course (16.5f, soft) 45 days ago, not fluent last but keeping on. In the mix with a repeat. Much improved when second at Punchestown, 4l in front of third-placed Jeaniemacaroney.
5	5 (5) (12/1 -50%) Roboreti	12 12/1(-50%)	(5) Roboreti 12/1, Gleneagles gelding. Second of 3 in juvenile hurdle (9/2) at Navan (16f, heavy) on NH debut 42 days ago, running green but keeping on without threatening the winner. In good hands and possible he can build on that. Needs to jump better than when chasing home a talented stablemate in a three-runner race.
1	1 (1) (16/1 +36%) Collaborative	16 16/1(+36%)	(1) Collaborative 16/1, Fastnet Rock half-brother to modest hurdler Magen's Moon (2m winner). Looked in need of experience in maiden sole start on Flat in October and betting best guide now hurdling for new yard. Promising on sole start on Flat for Dermot Weld, could make a useful recruit to hurdling.
4	4 (4) (28/1 -40%) Lope De Light	28 28/1(-40%)	(4) Lope De Light 28/1, Lope De Vega colt who showed fair form without tasting success on all 4 starts on the level for Andrew Balding last summer. Probably best watched now hurdling for new yard. Placed on all four starts for Andrew Balding, has shown he can act on heavy ground.
10	10 (10) (33/1 -106%) Katonah	33 33/1(-106%)	(10) Katonah 33/1, Fair maiden on the Flat, making GB/IRE jumps debut. Seventh of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (10.7f, 10/3) 18 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Betting should prove a useful guide. 11-race Flat maiden with fair placed form in testing conditions, could go well.
7	7 (7) (50/1 -257%) Superbolt	50 50/1(-257%)	(7) Superbolt 50/1, Fair maiden on the Flat who improved on his yard/hurdles debut form when fourth of 10 in juvenile hurdle at Fairyhouse (16.1f, heavy) 15 days ago. Could be the type to do better in handicaps on the back of this. Pleasing effort when fourth at Fairyhouse, 2 1/4l to find Hey Whatever, could go close.
3	3 (3) (125/1 -681%) Inthenickoftime	125 125/1(-681%)	(3) Inthenickoftime 125/1, Once-raced maiden. Fourth of 10 in juvenile hurdle at Cork (16.8f, heavy, 12/1) on NH debut 21 days ago, not knocked about. Should have more to offer, particularly in handicaps. Jumping was untidy at times when a remote fourth on debut at Cork, improvement required.
11	11 (11) (250/1 -25%) Tasmanian Girl	250 250/1(-25%)	(11) Tasmanian Girl 250/1, Modest maiden on the Flat. Thrice-raced maiden over hurdles. Hooded for 1st time, eighth of 9 in juvenile hurdle (250/1) at Limerick (16f, heavy) 5 days ago. Can only be watched. Modest Flat handicapper, tailed off on her two completed runs over hurdles.

LTO Selection:

The Gordon Elliott-trained pair, Hey Whatever and Roboreti, are both potential improvers, with the former rated as the more attractive proposition given she has the advantage of a 7lb sex allowance. However, there are some speedy types form the Flat in opposition, with none appealing more than STORM HEART, who ran away with a 1m4f maiden on her last start in France. Now under the tutelage of Willie Mullins, another bold showing is expected on his hurdling bow. Jeaniemacaroney and Eagles Reign are others to consider.

STORM HEART displayed fairly useful form when making his final start on the Flat in France a winning one back in March and he very much appeals as the type to make an immediate impact now going hurdling for his top NH yard. Eagles Reign and Jeaniemacaroney head the dangers, with Hey Whatever also in the mix.

The hurdling experience gained by HEY WHATEVER at Fairyhouse may be crucial, with French Flat winner Storm Heart an obvious danger

13:45 Punchestown Maiden Hurdle 17f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:54 Lingfield Listed (Class 1) 10f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (5/4 +69%) Tyrrhenian Sea	1.25 5/4(+69%)	(3) Tyrrhenian Sea 5/4, Smart gelding. Creditable head second of 7 to Blue Trail in listed race at this C&D (AW, 6/1) 43 days ago. Shortlist material. Classy AW operator who just missed out in a C&D Listed event last month; leading claims.
5	5 (5) (7/2 +46%) Blanchland	3.5 7/2(+46%)	(5) Blanchland 7/2, Smart colt. Creditable 3½ lengths fourth of 8 to Rebel's Romance in listed race (12/1) at Kempton (12f) 18 days ago. Should give another good account. Newcastle handicap win in October was a good effort; came up short in Listed events since.
2	2 (2) (7/2 -75%) Base Note	3.5 7/2(-75%)	(2) Base Note 7/2, Smart gelding. C&D winner. 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Creditable 1¾ lengths third of 8 to Rebel's Romance in listed race at Kempton (12f, 22/1) 18 days ago. Leading claims. Good AW record and he's run two fine races this winter; leading contender back at 1m2f.
1	1 (1) (14/1 +30%) Alrehb	14 14/1(+30%)	(1) Alrehb 14/1, Useful gelding. Course winner. 25/1, respectable 3¾ lengths fifth of 9 to Grey's Monument in listed race at Kempton (8f) 25 days ago. Up in trip. Useful performer on AW; contender if this new trip unlocks any improvement.
6	6 (6) (15/2 -125%) Makinmedoit	7.5 15/2(-125%)	(6) Makinmedoit 15/2, Useful filly. C&D winner. Bit below form 3¼ lengths fourth of 9 to Grey's Monument in listed race at Kempton (8f, 12/1) 25 days ago. Back up in trip. Worthy of consideration. Three best RPRs have come over C&D; likely to be in the shake-up once again.
8	8 (8) (18/1 -140%) Verbier	18 18/1(-140%)	(8) Verbier 18/1, Thrice-raced winner. 1 win from 3 runs this year. 10/3, second of 8 in minor event at this C&D (AW) 18 days ago, needing stronger gallop. More to come but has a fair bit to find. Unexposed maiden winner who ran into a well-touted newcomer here 18 days ago; this tougher.
4	4 (4) (40/1 -264%) Youthful King	40 40/1(-264%)	(4) Youthful King 40/1, Useful gelding. Course winner. 2 wins from 6 runs this year. 16¼ lengths fifth of 6 to Passenger in Winter Hill Stakes at Windsor (10f, good to firm, 20/1). Off 127 days. Easy to look elsewhere. Two front-running wins in Windsor handicaps this summer; looks to face a stiff task today.
7	7 (7) (100/1 -52%) Zarabanda	100 100/1(-52%)	(7) Zarabanda 100/1, Useful filly. 3 wins from 9 runs this year. Latest win at Hamilton in October. 16¼ lengths last of 8 to Rebel's Romance in listed race at Kempton (12f, 125/1) 18 days ago. Won three handicaps this year but well beaten in this grade on her last three runs.

LTO Selection:

Tyrrhenian Sea, runner-up in the Group 3 Winter Derby over C&D earlier in the year, boasts obvious claims after again going close in a Listed race here last month, but his losing run has now stretched to 10 and BASE NOTE may have his measure. The Crisford-trained four-year-old notched a fifth all-weather win on his return from a break at Chelmsford last month and suggested he was still on the upgrade when third over 1m4f in Listed company at Kempton earlier in the month (Blanchard behind in fourth). Back over 1m2f and on a track which has yielded two wins from three attempts, he should take some stopping.

BASE NOTE and Tyrrhenian Sea are closely matched on form but the former is more consistent and, from a good draw, he gets the marginal vote. Blanchland is another player and Makinmedoit has a good record at the track, so she can't be dismissed.

The flashy Tyrrhenian Sea looks set to go well again but he may have to give best to BASE NOTE.

13:54 Lingfield Listed (Class 1) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:00 Warwick Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 26f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (9/1 -64%) Exmoor Forest	9 9/1(-64%)	(3) Exmoor Forest 9/1, Improved on joining this yard last spring, opening his account in a 25f course maiden hurdle in May. Pulled up in 2 handicaps since, though, and needs a recent breathing operation to help him his career back on track., Won good-ground course maiden in May but ran very poorly in both subsequent handicaps.
4	4 (4) (10/1 +29%) Del La Mar Rocket	10 10/1(+29%)	(4) Del La Mar Rocket 10/1, Landed a Ffos Las maiden hurdle in February 2022 but has been held back by his jumping since, including 2 chases last month. Remains to be seen whether a return to hurdling helps. Generally very disappointing since 33-1 win in early 2022; needs to turn a corner.
2	2 (2) (11/4 -57%) Hauraki Gulf	2.75 11/4(-57%)	(2) Hauraki Gulf 11/4, Bumper winner who has found just one too good on 5 occasions over hurdles, including chasing home Exmoor Forest in 25f course maiden in May. Might have needed his first start since when down the field in a warm Cheltenham handicap 44 days ago. Largely consistent sort who can be excused last month's defeat and handles heavy ground.
1	1 (1) (11/4 -22%) Grove Road	2.75 11/4(-22%)	(1) Grove Road 11/4, Sedgefield bumper winner who looked a promising stayer in the making when winning a brace of novice hurdles in late 2022. Reappearance third in a Ffos Las handicap (3m, heavy) was quite encouraging and it might be worth ignoring his subsequent run over fences. Cheekpieces on. Player. Pulled up on recent chasing debut but the form of last month's hurdling third looks solid.
5	5 (5) (13/8 +51%) Little Else	1.625 13/8(+51%)	(5) Little Else 13/8, Improved to land a 23f Taunton handicap in April and has resumed her progression on her return, winning at Newton Abbot (heavy) in October and only narrowly denied a West Country hat-trick at Exeter in November. Leading claims. 2-3 since her wind op in March and can improve again if this thorough stamina test suits.

LTO Selection:

This looks a good opportunity for bumper winner HAURAKI GULF to deservedly break his duck over hurdles following five second-placed efforts. The eight-year-old was pitched into a deep handicap at Cheltenham on his reappearance and was in the process of running an encouraging race until being hampered by a faller two out. He should strip fitter with that blow-out under his belt and looks capable of winning off his present mark, although Grove Road will relish this stamina test back over hurdles after fluffing his lines on his chasing bow. Little Else only narrowly failed to land a hat-trick at Exeter last time and should again make her presence felt, despite another 2lb rise.

The obvious one here is LITTLE ELSE who can make it 3 wins in her last 4 starts. If a view is taken that Grove Road simply failed to take to chasing last time he's the danger as his reappearance third over hurdles at Ffos Las was creditable.

Easily excused his low-key reappearance run in a big field at Cheltenham last month, HAURAKI GULF can enhance his good record here.

14:00 Warwick Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 26f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:10 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (4/1 +11%) Benign Dictator	4 4/1(+11%)	(3) Benign Dictator 4/1, Better than ever when returning from a 6-month break to double his hurdle tally in 21f Warwick handicap last month. Respectable fourth of 6 at Chepstow (3m, heavy) since. Successful at Warwick two starts ago and that form has substance; still of interest.
2	2 (2) (5/2 +25%) Benassi	2.5 5/2(+25%)	(2) Benassi 5/2, Irish point recruit who had a good first season over hurdles, winning 2 of his 4 starts, including on handicap debut at Ffos Las (2m) in April. Failed to fire in the Silver Trophy on his Chepstow reappearance but back on track when second to a well-treated sort at Lingfield (19.5f, good to soft). Solid second, behind a rival who was on middle leg of hat-trick, at Lingfield last time.
1	1 (1) (5/2 +62%) Bear Ghylls	2.5 5/2(+62%)	(1) Bear Ghylls 5/2, Had a fine season as a novice hurdler in 2020/21, winning 3 times. Exploits mixed over fences/hurdles following a lengthy absence last term but he is back on a good mark if wind surgery ahead of this reappearance helps to spark a revival. Interesting to see how he goes in the betting. Fourth in the 2021 Ballymore; interesting off this reduced mark dropped in grade.
6	6 (6) (6/1 -167%) Crem Fresh	6 6/1(-167%)	(6) Crem Fresh 6/1, Hasn't stood much racing to date but returned from a break to make all over 2½m at Fakenham in November. Only denied at Leicester (2m) a week later but pulled up back at Fakenham 12 days ago. Bounce back needed. Disappointing last week; in great form otherwise this term and may well bounce back.
4	4 (4) (11/2 -22%) Sizing Pottsie	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(4) Sizing Pottsie 11/2, Smart chaser for Jessica Harrington in 2021/22 and, on his first run after a wind op, showed more than previously for this yard when second in 2m course handicap (heavy) in November. Failed to back it up at Wincanton since, though. Something to prove back up in distance, having done all his winning at about 2m.
5	5 (5) (18/1 -29%) Fricotin	18 18/1(-29%)	(5) Fricotin 18/1, A fairly useful hurdles/chase winner for Francois Nicolle in 2022 but no show in a handicap chase/hurdle for new yard this winter. Too soon to write off but has something to prove for now. Ex-French; has shown no promise in two starts for new stable.

LTO Selection:

BEAR GHYLLS shaped better than the beaten distance suggests when 16th in the Pertemps Final at the Cheltenham Festival in March. He was quickly given a wind procedure after that performance and could be worth chancing on his reappearance off a 4lb lower mark. Benassi found only a subsequent winner too strong at Lingfield last month and he's likely to give another good account of himself, while Sizing Pottsie is noted too.

BENASSI bumped into one at Lingfield last time and is taken to go one better now. Bear Ghylls has been cut some slack by the handicapper and is a potentially dangerous opponent if ready to roll on his return from wind surgery.

Class-dropper BEAR GHYLLS could well record a first success since his useful novice campaign. Benassi is second choice.

14:10 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:15 Punchestown Conditions Hurdle 19f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
6	6 (6) (3/1 +0%) Thedevilscoachman	3 3/1(+0%)	(6) Thedevilscoachman 3/1, Smart hurdler. Course winner. 9/2, bit below form seventh of 20 in handicap chase at Navan (24f, heavy) on reappearance 42 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Down in trip. Won 2022 Boyne Hurdle from Ashdale Bob, dual Grade 3 winner over fences this year,.
2	2 (2) (4/1 +11%) Ashdale Bob	4 4/1(+11%)	(2) Ashdale Bob 4/1, Smart hurdler. Fourteen runs since last win in 2021. 35/10, 13½ lengths fifth of 8 to La Cheneviere in Group 2 Prix La Barka at Auteuil (21.4f, soft). Off 6 months. This a drop in class and should make a bold bid under Jack Kennedy. Losing sequence stretches back to April 2021, below best since Grade 1 second a year ago.
5	5 (5) (10/11 -10%) Sir Gerhard	0.909091 10/11(-10%)	(5) Sir Gerhard 10/11, Leading novice hurdler of 2021/22 campaign and a smart novice chaser last term. Closing in second when falling heavily 2 out in Naas Grade 3 chase on reappearance. The one to beat back hurdling assuming he's over that nasty experience. Jumping issues over fences, running well when falling at Naas, interesting back hurdling.
3	3 (3) (11/1 -100%) Aspire Tower	11 11/1(-100%)	(3) Aspire Tower 11/1, Useful hurdler. Course winner. 6/1, third of 10 in novice chase at Thurles (18.4f, good to soft) on debut over fences 31 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Returned in October after a very long absence; chase run a month ago was quite encouraging.
7	7 (7) (20/1 +39%) Vanillier	20 20/1(+39%)	(7) Vanillier 20/1, Smart chaser (second in Grand National in April) . 22¾ lengths fifth of 6 to El Fabiolo in Hilly Way Chase (50/1) at Cork (16.7f, heavy) on reappearance 21 days ago, inadequate test. Switches from chase to hurdles. Others more persuasive. 2021 Albert Bartlett winner, last season's Grand National runner-up, trip looks inadequate.
1	1 (1) (25/1 -79%) Andy Dufresne	25 25/1(-79%)	(1) Andy Dufresne 25/1, Course winner. 11/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, 37¼ lengths last of 5 to Bob Olinger in Lismullen Hurdle at Navan (20f, heavy) 43 days ago. Visored for 1st time. Over three years since his last win, not a bad run here in October, struggled last time.
4	4 (4) (33/1 +0%) Jeff Kidder	33 33/1(+0%)	(4) Jeff Kidder 33/1, Useful hurdler. Course winner. 33/1, creditable seventh of 19 in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, soft) 28 days ago. Has a bit to find with a couple of these. Former top-class juvenile hurdler, no success in the senior ranks, others preferred.

LTO Selection:

All eyes will be on former Champion Bumper/Ballymore Hurdle winner SIR GERHARD as he returns to timber following an underwhelming stint over fences, which included a fall at Naas on his seasonal return last month. That said, he travelled well until departing at the second-last fence that day and he could take some stopping in this company back in his favoured discipline. Thedevilscoachman also reverts to the smaller obstacles after a more productive spell chasing and will relish this testing ground, while there's a good chance that former Grade 2 winner Aspire Tower will step things up on his third run back from a long absence.

Willie Mullins has dominated this race in recent years and SIR GERHARD, a dual Grade 1 novice hurdle winner in spring 2022, can make a successful return to hurdles assuming he's none the worse for his heavy fall over fences at Naas last month. Ashdale Bob is really smart on his day and can give the selection most to do under Jack Kennedy.

Jessica Harrington's ASHDALE BOB is a specialist hurdler who could be hard to beat if fully primed for his first run after a break.

14:15 Punchestown Conditions Hurdle 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:24 Lingfield Handicap (Class 4) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (5/2 +55%) Buccabay	2.5 5/2(+55%)	(2) Buccabay 5/2, Latest win at Bath in September. Not disgraced eighth of 12 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 4/1) 50 days ago, ridden over 1f out, no extra last ½f. Not out of things from handy draw. In good form since September and set to give it another good go from the front.
9	9 (9) (7/1 -133%) Star Of Lady M	7 7/1(-133%)	(9) Star Of Lady M 7/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in November. 13/2, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 9 days ago, running on. Return to this longer trip a plus. Impressive in Class 5 over C&D last month; not quite so good twice since but not ruled out.
5	5 (5) (10/3 +39%) Clipsham La Habana	3.333333 10/3(+39%)	(5) Clipsham La Habana 10/3, Dual 6f winner on AW last winter who arrives here on the back of a creditable second of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 22 days ago. Consistency essentially hard to knock and he's certainly not out of things. Ended 2022 with two AW wins; solid second at Newcastle latest; in the mix once again.
6	6 (6) (10/1 -54%) Society Lion	10 10/1(-54%)	(6) Society Lion 10/1, Latest win at Windsor (6f) in July. Not scaled same heights subsequently, albeit never involved coming wide in the straight when seventh of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 14/1) 15 days ago. Mark is steadily easing at least. Two 6f turf wins this year; needs to better recent midfield effort at Wolverhampton.
7	7 (7) (11/1 +8%) Twilight Madness	11 11/1(+8%)	(7) Twilight Madness 11/1, Rattled off a quick-fire AW hat-trick (all at 5f) last winter. Mixed bag on recent starts, fading out of things when seventh of 11 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 9 days ago. However, he's lurking on a handy mark if bouncing back returned to this longer trip. Went close over 5f last month but failed to back it up nine days ago; opposable back at 6f.
3	3 (3) (11/1 -47%) Magnificence	11 11/1(-47%)	(3) Magnificence 11/1, Latest win at Bath in August. 20/1, good third of 10 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 18 days ago, every chance entering final 1f and staying on. Should give another good account. Ran right up to her best when 3rd at Kempton latest, hanging left late on; contender.
1	1 (1) (13/2 +41%) Count Otto	6.5 13/2(+41%)	(1) Count Otto 13/2, 6-time C&D winner. 3 wins from 13 runs this year. Creditable fourth of 11 in C&D handicap 18 days ago, pushed along home turn and plugging on. Others appeal more for win purposes on this occasion. Multiple C&D winner; eased in grade today but drawn widest; others appeal more.
4	4 (4) (17/2 +29%) Pop Star	8.5 17/2(+29%)	(4) Pop Star 17/2, Winner at Navan in August. 9/2, respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 9 days ago. Return to 6f rates a plus on that evidence and first-time cheekpieces could well have positive effect now. Two fair 5f runs for new yard; return to 6f/new headgear could give him a lift.
10	10 (10) (18/1 +10%) Harb	18 18/1(+10%)	(10) Harb 18/1, Course winner. Latest win at Sandown in September. 9/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at this course (5f, AW) 36 days ago, merely closing up late. Could be sharper here given that was his first start for 2 months. On a dangerous mark; never threatened over 5f last time; betting should be revealing.
11	11 (11) (80/1 -100%) Dream By Day	80 80/1(-100%)	(11) Dream By Day 80/1, Latest win at Goodwood in August. Ninth of 11 in handicap at Southwell (5f, 33/1) 37 days ago. Back up in trip. Visor on 1st time. Has work to do. Yet to fire for current stable and today's change of headgear isn't enough to tempt.

LTO Selection:

An open-looking contest but any value may lie with former Aidan O'Brien inmate POP STAR, who has shaped with mild encouragement in two 5f runs for Alice Haynes following wind surgery. The combination of first-time cheekpieces and a step up to 6f could see him in a better light and, if that is the case, a mark of 79 looks exploitable. Star Of Lady M finished just in front of the selection last time and remains one to be interested in along with Clipsham La Habana, who returned to form with a fine second at Newcastle last time. Seven-time course winner Count Otto is always dangerous to dismiss here but a wide draw tempers enthusiasm.

BUCCABAY needs to shrug off a lesser effort at Chelmsford in November yet his previous form, including on the all-weather, looks solid and he could just be worth siding with from what rates a workable mark. Clipsham La Habana, Star of Lady M and Razzam head the dangers, whilst Twilight Madness isn't one to give up on either.

Star Of Lady M can go well back at Lingfield but the return to a left-handed track could see MAGNIFICENCE win again.

14:24 Lingfield Handicap (Class 4) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:30 Warwick Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
2	2 (2) (10/3 -48%) Barrabooka	3.333333 10/3(-48%)	(2) Barrabooka 10/3, Presenting gelding. Dam unraced sister to top-class hurdler/very smart chaser (winner up to 21f) Oscar Whisky. Successful sole outing in Irish points (Jan 2023). From a good family and makes plenty of appeal on Rules debut. Won slow-ground Irish point on debut in January; makes rules debut here; interesting.
8	8 (8) (11/8 +15%) Tedley	1.375 11/8(+15%)	(8) Tedley 11/8, Left previous form well behind when going down narrowly in a Ffos Las novice (15.8f, heavy) earlier this month. Sets the standard on that effort. Went close on heavy ground at Ffos Las this month and is a leading contender here.
3	3 (3) (11/2 -10%) Chatshow Tv	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(3) Chatshow Tv 11/2, Finished runner-up sole start in Irish points and showed plenty when third here on hurdles debut. Perhaps found race coming too soon at Uttoeter next time and he should still improve. Made the frame on first two hurdling starts (2m3f/2m4f); contender if drop in trip suits.
5	5 (5) (11/4 +39%) Dominic's Fault	2.75 11/4(+39%)	(5) Dominic's Fault 11/4, Expensive purchase who is closely related to 2 winners, including smart hurdler/fairly useful chaser Midnight Game, stays 21f. Held in a share of second when falling at the last on hurdles debut at Aintree back in May 2022 and absent since but he's presumably capable of a good deal better. Disputing second before last-flight fall on debut in May 2022; not seen again since.
7	7 (7) (20/1 -122%) Nedzor	20 20/1(-122%)	(7) Nedzor 20/1, Cost £40,000 after finishing runner-up in a point in March and offered some encouragement when third in a novice at Chepstow on hurdling debut. Could step forward from that. Beaten about 15l when third in thin novice hurdle last month; improvement required.
4	4 (4) (25/1 -25%) Cool View	25 25/1(-25%)	(4) Cool View 25/1, Telescope gelding. Held back by inexperience when sixth of 9 in bumper at Exeter (16.7f, good to soft) on NH debut. Off 10 months. More needed on hurdles debut. Beaten about 27l on bumper debut in February; can only be watched on this hurdling debut.
9	9 (9) (33/1 -32%) Tip Top Tonto	33 33/1(-32%)	(9) Tip Top Tonto 33/1, Fair performer at best but has looked badly out of sorts recently and he's hard to make a case for. Regressive 7yo who was safely held in a recent claimer and is now 0-9 over hurdles.
10	10 (10) (66/1 +0%) Telefenney	66 66/1(+0%)	(10) Telefenney 66/1, Well held in a pair of maiden hurdles 6 months apart, so can't be recommended. Hasn't shown a great deal on her first two hurdling starts; needs to learn to settle.
1	1 (1) (100/1 +0%) Ballynaheer	100 100/1(+0%)	(1) Ballynaheer 100/1, Runner-up on his completed outing in points but down the field both starts in maiden hurdles and it will surely be a similar story on qualifying run. Ran well to a point on last month's rules debut but well beaten since.
6	6 (6) (250/1 -150%) Lunar Ocean	250 250/1(-150%)	(6) Lunar Ocean 250/1, Well beaten in 2 bumpers during the spring and unseated rider on hurdles bow over C&D last month. Displayed some ability on last month's hurdling debut but his jumping needs to improve.

LTO Selection:

Tedley sets just a modest standard based on the official ratings and, while he commands respect by remaining in maiden company rather than going for a handicap, it may be worth focusing on BARRABOOKA, who impressed by winning his solitary start in a point-to-point. Subsequently snapped up for 85,000 pounds, the son of Presenting starts out under Rules at a very realistic level and is by far the most intriguing option here. Nedzor is also considered now he has some experience to draw upon.

TEDLEY took a step forward when going down narrowly at Ffos Las last time and sets a clear benchmark on that performance. Point-winner Barrabooka is from the family of Oscar Whisky, so merits plenty of respect on Rules debut, with Chatshow Tv also considered returned to the scene of his promising debut.

A good second on heavy ground at Ffos Las recently, TEDLEY will be a tough nut to crack if in similar form here.

14:30 Warwick Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:40 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 23f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
3	3 (3) (5/2 -11%) Call Me Arthur	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(3) Call Me Arthur 5/2, Much improved stepped up in trip when second of 15 in 2m5f handicap hurdle at Exeter 35 days ago, staying on well. Up 3 lb but bold showing is on the cards. Went close at Exeter last time; has possibilities; also declared 1:00 Warwick.
7	7 (7) (7/1 -17%) Elfride	7 7/1(-17%)	(7) Elfride 7/1, Improved to win a 23f Uttoxeter handicap in May. Off 6 months before posting a respectable fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (23.1f, soft) 41 days ago so she's no forlorn hope. Scored in competitive field over C&D in May; interesting back at this venue.
4	4 (4) (8/1 -33%) Dragoon Springs	8 8/1(-33%)	(4) Dragoon Springs 8/1, Fair form in a couple of bumpers and similar form over hurdles, fifth of 17 to Elfride in handicap hurdle at this C&D 7 months ago on final run for Fergal O'Brien. Cheekpieces on 1st time for new yard. Still a maiden but first-time headgear is a possible source of improvement.
1	1 (1) (9/2 +18%) Barncroft	4.5 9/2(+18%)	(1) Barncroft 9/2, Modest hurdler for Gordon Elliott. Lightly raced in recent times but cheekpieces back on for his new yard when a good second of 8 in handicap hurdle at this course (19.9f, heavy) 35 days ago. In the picture. Ran encouragingly at this course last month on second start for new stable; shortlisted.
2	2 (2) (9/1 +25%) Bobalot	9 9/1(+25%)	(2) Bobalot 9/1, Fair 3m winner over hurdles who shaped encouragingly after a wind op when fourth at Lingfield on his debut over fences 16 days ago. Let down by his jumping there since and possibilities back hurdling. Should benefit from this return to hurdles; sole win came off 7lb higher.
5	5 (5) (10/3 -21%) Abbeyhill	3.333333 10/3(-21%)	(5) Abbeyhill 10/3, Irish point winner who landed a gamble at Plumpton (25f) last month, suited by the increase test of stamina. Backed that up when second at Taunton (3m) 10 days later. Another 5 lb higher here but still much respected. Showed plenty of improvement in two races last month; form has substance; warrants respect.
6	6 (6) (13/2 +13%) Newtonian	6.5 13/2(+13%)	(6) Newtonian 13/2, Promise both starts in bumpers for Oliver Sherwood in 2021 and got back on track when second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Ludlow (23.8f, soft) 34 days ago. Needs to back it up. Inconsistent maiden but has place possibilities if latest effort is repeated.
8	8 (8) (66/1 +0%) Brasingaman Bella	66 66/1(+0%)	(8) Brasingaman Bella 66/1, Hinted at ability in bumpers but has shown little all 5 starts over hurdles, pulled up on handicap debut here last time. Blinkers on 1st time. Hard to fancy. Holds weak claims on form; first-time headgear needs to make a difference.

LTO Selection:

BARNCROFT showed sizeable improvement after his underwhelming first outing for the Fergal O'Brien when hitting the crossbar in this grade over 2m4f here last month. He was put up just 1lb for that display and, if the son of Getaway takes a step up in distance in his stride, he could go one better. Newtonian ran a lot better than market expectations to fill the runner-up spot at Ludlow last time and could have a say, while Abbeyhill is in good heart.

Tom Lacey's CALL ME ARTHUR took his form up a notch when runner-up at Exeter last time and is weighted to go one better here. Barncroft got back on track when runner-up here and looks the one to give the selection most to do ahead of in-form Abbeyhill.

Being unexposed as a stayer and a very strong contender on recent form, ABBEYHILL (nap) gets the vote. Barncroft is second choice.

14:40 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:45 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 19f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
10	10 (10) (3/1 +40%) Dancing Jeremy	3 3/1(+40%)	(10) Dancing Jeremy 3/1, Course winner. Latest win in hurdle here in October. Creditable third of 17 in handicap hurdle at this course (19.2f, heavy, 11/1) 19 days ago. Enters calculations. Recent C&D efforts mark him out as a leading contender.
4	4 (4) (5/1 -67%) Extrapolation	5 5/1(-67%)	(4) Extrapolation 5/1, 3 wins from 7 runs this season. Career best when winning 13-runner handicap hurdle (6/1) at Listowel (20f, soft) 104 days ago, responding well. Has to be taken seriously. Got this trip at Listowel albeit on better ground; absent since and testing conditions now.
12	12 (12) (5/2 +92%) Catch The Beast	2.5 5/2(+92%)	(12) Catch The Beast 5/2, Lightly-raced maiden. Seventh of 10 in handicap hurdle (20/1) at this course (16.7f, soft) 36 days ago, not jumping well enough and merely passing beaten rivals. Plenty on from this sort of mark on what he's showed to date. Lightly raced 5yo remains a potential improver but opposable for now.
5	5 (5) (10/1 +0%) Rodaniche	10 10/1(+0%)	(5) Rodaniche 10/1, 33/1, eleventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (20.1f, good to soft) in February, beaten long way out. Needs to hit the ground running back from 10 months off. Struggled in handicaps last season; questions to answer on return.
7	7 (7) (14/1 -17%) A Law Of Her Own	14 14/1(-17%)	(7) A Law Of Her Own 14/1, Latest win in mares' handicap hurdle at Galway in August. Well-beaten last of 9 to Birdie Or Bust in listed hurdle at Thurles (15.9f, good to soft, 12/1) 14 days ago. This more suitable at least. Held chasing black type; should appreciate return to handicap company but bit to prove.
6	6 (6) (14/1 +13%) Bua Boy	14 14/1(+13%)	(6) Bua Boy 14/1, Eighth of 16 in handicap hurdle (25/1) at Thurles (15.9f, good to soft) 14 days ago, never better than midfield on the back of 21 months off. This ought to reveal more. Recent Thurles comeback run should have brought him on but wants better ground.
1	1 (1) (16/1 -256%) Supreme Jet	16 16/1(-256%)	(1) Supreme Jet 16/1, Course winner who doubled hurdles tally in Sligo minor event (17.5f) last autumn. Absent since finishing down the field on the Flat at Dundalk 13 months ago so likely the betting will prove useful now handicapping in this sphere. Won 2m2f Sligo hurdle in October 2022, well held on AW following month and absent since.
9	9 (9) (17/2 -89%) Harry Alonzo	8.5 17/2(-89%)	(9) Harry Alonzo 17/2, 2/1, creditable fourth of 21 in novice hurdle at Navan (16f, good to soft). Off over 2 years. Makes handicap hurdle debut and the betting is likely to prove the best guide ahead of this. Potential improver upped in trip for handicap bow; market best guide after 2-year absence.
3	3 (3) (18/1 -227%) Cafe Con Leche	18 18/1(-227%)	(3) Cafe Con Leche 18/1, 40/1, career best when winning 10-runner handicap hurdle at Cork (16.8f, heavy) 21 days ago. Consistency not his strong suit however, so not sure to be in same form here. Ready recent Cork winner under today's rider; 8lb more and yet to win over this far.
11	11 (11) (20/1 -100%) All About Lucy	20 20/1(-100%)	(11) All About Lucy 20/1, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. 16¾ lengths eleventh of 14 to Shecouldbeanything in listed hurdle (66/1) at this course (16.4f, good to soft). Off 8 months. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Return to this trip should suit on handicap debut but lack of a recent run a negative.
2	2 (2) (22/1 +33%) Bois De Clamart	22 22/1(+33%)	(2) Bois De Clamart 22/1, 25/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (24f, heavy) 52 days ago, tailed off when pulled up early in straight. Drop back down in trip rates a plus if he can leave that effort in his wake. Dropped out quickly at Clonmel last month; hard to fancy but has his ground.

LTO Selection:

EXTRAPOLATION produced a big chunk of improvement when stepping up in trip at Listowel in September, as he accounted for his nearest rival by over nine lengths and was put up 8lb for that success. The son of Mahler could have much more to offer on only his third handicap outing, so he looks the one to side with. Cafe Con Leche struck at Cork over 2m1f recently and could have a say off an 8lb higher rating, while Harry Alonzo is an interesting contender too.

EXTRAPOLATION found further progress as he took his tally to 3 wins for the present campaign at Listowel back in September, responding well for pressure in the process. He shades the vote to continue the good work back from a break, with in-form Dancing Jeremy and low-mileage 7-y-o Harry Alonzo others to consider. Supreme Jet is another worth keeping an eye on back from a lengthy absence.

It could pay to take a chance on the long-absent HARRY ALONZO, potentially well treated on handicap debut

14:45 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:54 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
9	9 (9) (4/1 +20%) Miss Moonshine	4 4/1(+20%)	(9) Miss Moonshine 4/1, C&D winner. Third of 11 in handicap on return from lengthy absence at this C&D (AW, 20/1) 8 days ago. Should go well again with fitness now on her side. Encouraging effort over C&D latest; player if she can maintain or perhaps better that..
5	5 (5) (5/1 +58%) Amber Dew	5 5/1(+58%)	(5) Amber Dew 5/1, Twenty three runs since sole win in 2021. 18/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Still low mileage for current yard and may do better. Workable mark but cheekpieces need to have a significant effect if she is to score..
8	8 (8) (10/1 -82%) I'm Mable	10 10/1(-82%)	(8) I'm Mable 10/1, Respectable fourth of 11 in handicap (16/1) at this C&D (AW) 8 days ago. Frame claims again. Reasonably consistent in three starts since a break; sliding mark; each-way potential..
4	4 (4) (10/3 -67%) Tilsworth Ony Ta	3.333333 10/3(-67%)	(4) Tilsworth Ony Ta 10/3, Career best when winning 12-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 20 days ago, well on top finish. Shortlist material. Up 6lb for comfortable 6f win but if he could repeat that effort he'd remain a big player..
3	3 (3) (11/2 +83%) Perfect Focus	5.5 11/2(+83%)	(3) Perfect Focus 11/2, Last of 14 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 74 days ago. Down in trip. Blinkered for 1st time. Can't be fancied on this year's form. Has failed to show his previous ability in three starts since having well over a year off..
1	1 (1) (11/2 -38%) Boom Boom Pow	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(1) Boom Boom Pow 11/2, Winner at Kempton in June. Back to form when second of 7 in handicap at this course (7f, AW, 16/1) 8 days ago. Respected. 7f Polytrack winner; bit to prove dropping back in trip and the draw hasn't been kind..
6	6 (6) (17/2 +6%) River Wharfe	8.5 17/2(+6%)	(6) River Wharfe 17/2, Course winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Ran better than for a while when sixth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 150/1) 21 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Not discounted if able to build on that. Has slipped to a handy mark but hard to see him having the pace to win this..
11	11 (11) (22/1 -38%) Liberty Bay	22 22/1(-38%)	(11) Liberty Bay 22/1, Twenty eight runs since last win in 2021. Seventh of 11 in handicap (25/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 12 days ago. Has work to do. Not written off each-way based on her latest effort but others press stronger claims..
12	12 (12) (28/1 -40%) Storm Melody	28 28/1(-40%)	(12) Storm Melody 28/1, Four-time course winner. 28/1, last of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 73 days ago. Hard to fancy on recent form. Handy mark but has been well below the form of his last win on his last seven starts..
2	2 (2) (50/1 -52%) Break The Spell	50 50/1(-52%)	(2) Break The Spell 50/1, In first-time hood, eleventh of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 44 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Plenty to find on form. Hood now swapped for visor; plenty to prove dropping back again in trip..

LTO Selection:

Last-time-out winner TILSWORTH ONY TA proved a different proposition under more positive tactics at Chelmsford recently and a 6lb rise in the ratings may not prevent him from completing a double. Boom Boom Pow returned to form with a solid second over 7f here last Saturday and Mark Usher's filly would be feared most if proving as effective over 6f. Miss Moonshine and I'm Mable are also worth a second look.

TILSWORTH ONY TA proved better than ever when scoring at Chelmsford last time and can follow up from a 6 lb higher mark. Miss Moonshine shaped well on her first start of the winter to make the frame over C&D last time and is next on the shortlist, with Boom Boom Pow taken to complete the placings.

A weak contest, where John Jenkins looks to have found a good opportunity for TILSWORTH ONY TA to follow up his Chelmsford win.

14:54 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:00 Warwick Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 21f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (7/2 +30%) Libor Lad	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(5) Libor Lad 7/2, Showed improved form to get off the mark in 8-runner handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, heavy) 35 days ago. On the upgrade and not taken lightly despite a 6 lb rise. Won in good style at Uttoxeter last time and could have more left in the tank; up 6lb.
1	1 (1) (8/1 -23%) Rare Clouds	8 8/1(-23%)	(1) Rare Clouds 8/1, Sole win came at Southwell in May 2022 and has made the frame on each completed outing since, excellent third of 9 in handicap at Chepstow (19.4f, soft) 37 days ago. Player. 9yo who has a poor strike-rate but arrives in good form and could be bang there once more.
2	2 (2) (10/1 +60%) Ostrava Du Berlais	10 10/1(+60%)	(2) Ostrava Du Berlais 10/1, Fair maiden hurdler/chaser for Patrice Quinton in France. Changed hands for €30,000 in November 2022 but has shown little for her new yard after a 13-month absence. Promise over hurdles/fences in France but pulled up/tailed off on her two British runs.
3	3 (3) (11/4 -57%) Hill Of Tara	2.75 11/4(-57%)	(3) Hill Of Tara 11/4, Much improved sent handicapping this season, winning in the mud at Ffos Las and Leicester last month. Beaten on hat-trick bid at Southwell but still ran well and big shout once more. Engaged Haydock 12.15 Saturday. 3-4 in handicaps having won with something to spare at Haydock yesterday; escapes penalty.
6	6 (6) (11/4 -22%) General Hubble	2.75 11/4(-22%)	(6) General Hubble 11/4, Much improved since sent handicapping in cheekpieces and he got off the mark at Market Rasen (23f) last month, despite making some mistakes. Up 3 lb but he can do better still. Big shout. Won at Market Rasen last month and this unexposed 5yo could continue to progress; player.
4	4 (4) (13/2 +28%) Hokelami	6.5 13/2(+28%)	(4) Hokelami 13/2, Won Stratford selling hurdle in April (final start for Olly Murphy) and fair fourth in a handicap hurdle there for new stable 3 weeks later. However, last month's reappearance/chase debut in a first-time hood at Market Rasen was anything but encouraging. On a handy mark and reverts to hurdles with yard in flying form; could go well.
7	7 (7) (25/1 -25%) Gaia Vallis	25 25/1(-25%)	(7) Gaia Vallis 25/1, Went close in 3m mares' handicap at Taunton in April but well held all three starts this term. Lots to prove. Went close at Taunton in April but soundly beaten sixth on her two outings this autumn.
8	8 (8) (33/1 -65%) Harkangel	33 33/1(-65%)	(8) Harkangel 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden hurdler. Failed to build on reappearance promise when sixth of 9 at Ffos Las (20f, heavy) 19 days ago. Needs to bounce back from 3 lb out of the handicap. Lightly raced 5yo who has shown glimpses of promise but she was well beaten last time.

LTO Selection:

LIBOR LAD was in a determined frame of mind when he won at Uttoxeter last month and could be difficult to overhaul if he copes with the 6lb higher mark today. General Hubble jumped out to the left on occasions when winning at Market Rasen on his latest start and rates as the biggest threat to the selection now going left-handed off 3lb higher, while Hill Of Tara is also respected if turning up after Saturday's Haydock triumph.

A case can be made for a few of these but Kim Bailey's GENERAL HUBBLE overcame some sloppy jumping to score on his return at Market Rasen and can continue on the up and defy a 3 lb rise in the weights. Uttoxeter-winner Libor Lad also arrives on the up and rates a big threat though, with both Rare Clouds and Hill of Tara weighted to have a say too in a competitive handicap.

Having won with something to spare at Uttoxeter last month, LIBOR LAD (nap) could still be ahead of the handicapper and gets the vote.

15:00 Warwick Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:10 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (4/1 -20%) Feach Amach	4 4/1(-20%)	(6) Feach Amach 4/1, Fair maiden on the Flat for Jim Bolger and improved plenty on opening hurdles exploits when landing 8-runner Sedgefield juvenile (16.8f) 45 days ago, leading final 100 yds as favourite faltered. Still, she's one of the likelier types now handicapping. Rather fortunate to win juvenile hurdle last month but can't be dismissed off this mark.
5	5 (5) (4/1 -20%) Penpal	4 4/1(-20%)	(5) Penpal 4/1, French claiming winner who justified good support from a career-low mark at Newcastle (16.8f) back in the spring. Absent since but worth noting he's gone well fresh previously and he's in the mix with his yard amongst the winners. Sole outing this year resulted in ready success at Newcastle in May; possibilities.
4	4 (4) (4/1 -14%) Little Pi	4 4/1(-14%)	(4) Little Pi 4/1, Lightly-raced maiden who showed further improvement to open his account on second start in handicaps at Ludlow (15.7f) in November, overcoming late mistakes in the process. May do better still provided he can keep the errors at bay. Opened his account at Ludlow last month and looks open to further improvement; respected.
1	1 (1) (11/2 +0%) Hara Kiri	5.5 11/2(+0%)	(1) Hara Kiri 11/2, Fair form when placed all 3 starts in bumpers and some promise to glean from his exploits in novice hurdles for Alex Hales during first half of last year. Lengthy absence to overcome but no big surprise to see him hit the ground running now handicapping on debut for new yard. Back from long absence; may progress now handicapping for new yard.
2	2 (2) (13/2 -18%) Letthedustsettle	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(2) Letthedustsettle 13/2, Successful on his sole outing in points and has shaped with promise on 2 of his 3 starts in maiden/novice hurdles in recent months. Longer trips may suit ideally but worth noting if the market speaks in his favour now handicapping. No progress under rules but may do better now qualified for a mark.
3	3 (3) (13/2 -8%) One Last Glance	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(3) One Last Glance 13/2, Fair maiden hurdler who proved he retains all of his ability on the back of a 20-month absence when 1 length second of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (2m) 6 weeks ago. Not out of things from 1 lb higher mark. Clear second at Lingfield on return from lengthy absence; solid chance up just 1lb.
8	8 (8) (14/1 +30%) Man Of The North	14 14/1(+30%)	(8) Man Of The North 14/1, C&D winner who ran best race for some time when second over fences at Newton Abbot (21f) in April. However, below form both starts thereafter and passed over returning from 7 months off. Interesting back over hurdles, having won this race off 8lb higher in 2019.
7	7 (7) (33/1 +0%) Invincible Wish	33 33/1(+0%)	(7) Invincible Wish 33/1, Veteran who has been absent since finishing pulled up at Stratford in July 2022. Best watched on this belated hurdles return. Inconsistent over jumps and has been absent since July 2022.
9	9 (9) (66/1 +0%) Milton Boy	66 66/1(+0%)	(9) Milton Boy 66/1, Little impact in trio of novice/maiden hurdles at around 2m last term and fared no better on return/handicap debut at Plumpton (15.9f) in October. Much more needed with cheekpieces now reached for. First-time headgear needs to make a difference.

LTO Selection:

PENPAL returned from a long absence to deny his nearest rival by just over four lengths in this grade at Newcastle in May and, providing he returns in the same sort of form, he could prove very difficult to beat off a 6lb higher rating. The main danger is One Last Glance, who was 12 lengths clear of the third when runner-up at Lingfield last month and it would be no surprise to see him involved. Of the remainder, last-time-out winner Little Pi makes the most appeal.

Claims can be made for a few and it could just be worth chancing HARA KIRI. He has a lengthy absence to overcome but it would be no real surprise to see him hit the ground running for his new yard with his opening mark potentially very lenient. 3-y-o Feach Amach, Penpal and Little Pi head up the dangers.

With further progress looking plausible, LITTLE PI could well defy a 7lb rise for his Ludlow win. One Last Glance is second choice.

15:10 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:15 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 17f - 22 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
5	5 (5) (6/4 +25%) The Big Cloud	1.5 6/4(+25%)	(5) The Big Cloud 6/4, Promising sort. 13/8, excellent second of 14 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, heavy) 24 days ago, clear of rest. Up 4 lb but she has more to offer and rates a big player. Found one too good when strongly fancied at Clonmel last time, could be hard to beat now.
13	13 (13) (7/1 +22%) Shana Cloon	7 7/1(+22%)	(13) Shana Cloon 7/1, Good third of 15 in handicap hurdle (25/1) at Clonmel (16.2f, heavy) 24 days ago. Stable in good form. Another bold show likely. Improved display when third at Clonmel last time, beaten 16l so will need to find more.
19	19 (19) (9/1 +10%) Shean Glory	9 9/1(+10%)	(19) Shean Glory 9/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 8/1, respectable fifth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy) 40 days ago. 2-34 over hurdles, placed six times, could be given an each-way chance on recent form.
3	3 (3) (9/1 -125%) Dontdooddson	9 9/1(-125%)	(3) Dontdooddson 9/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2021. Creditable third of 14 in handicap hurdle (15/2) at Cork (16f, heavy) 35 days ago. Has good chance on form. Fair placed form this year, has made the first five on his last six starts, place chance.
18	18 (18) (12/1 -20%) Always Enchanting	12 12/1(-20%)	(18) Always Enchanting 12/1, Fair fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, heavy, 8/1) 24 days ago. Not taken lightly. Some improvement when fourth at Clonmel but beaten 22l, well held by The Big Cloud.
9	9 (9) (14/1 +30%) In A Nice Way	14 14/1(+30%)	(9) In A Nice Way 14/1, Eleventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (23f, soft, 25/1) 73 days ago, going off too hard. Down in trip. Tongue strap on 1st time. Placed twice in maidens, handicap form has left a lot to be desired, tongue-tie on now.
6	6 (6) (15/2 +17%) Billy Lee Swagger	7.5 15/2(+17%)	(6) Billy Lee Swagger 15/2, Lightly-raced maiden. 17/2, thirteenth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Naas (16f, soft) 17 days ago, finishing well. Open to progress. Did not jump well at Naas, rider reported that he gurgled, yard's form is a positive.
10	10 (10) (18/1 +10%) Verbal Sparring	18 18/1(+10%)	(10) Verbal Sparring 18/1, 12/1, tenth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy) 40 days ago. Can give a good account if shrugging off latest effort. Finished behind a couple of these at Limerick last time, previous Roscommon run was better.
4	4 (4) (20/1 +39%) Eikonix	20 20/1(+39%)	(4) Eikonix 20/1, Unreliable sort. Eleventh of 17 in handicap hurdle at Naas (16f, soft, 22/1) 17 days ago. Difficult ask. Two wins on the Flat for Andrew Balding, no encouragement from two handicap hurdle runs.
8	8 (8) (22/1 +56%) County Graduate	22 22/1(+56%)	(8) County Graduate 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Ninth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (16.5f, good to soft, 40/1) 31 days ago. 40-1 when finishing in mid-field in her first handicap, considerable improvement needed.
14	14 (14) (25/1 +0%) Future Proof	25 25/1(+0%)	(14) Future Proof 25/1, Thirty runs since last win in 2020. Fourteenth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (16.1f, soft, 12/1) 59 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Enters calculations if on song. Only one win from 37 starts over hurdles but placed on nine occasions, form is too erratic.
17	17 (17) (28/1 -100%) Sunwalk	28 28/1(-100%)	(17) Sunwalk 28/1, First fornm over hurdles when fifth of 15 in handicap hurdle (125/1) at Naas (16f, soft) 17 days ago, despite refusing to settle. Needs to step forward. AW winner, not a lost cause as a hurdler on the evidence of a much-improved run at Naas.
1	1 (1) (28/1 -40%) Boola Boola	28 28/1(-40%)	(1) Boola Boola 28/1, Ninth of 13 in handicap at Dundalk (12f, 17/2). Switches from Flat to hurdles. Tongue strap back on. Poor on last hurdle outing. Lost form after 1m4f handicap win in May, modest hurdles form, lacks a recent outing.
12	12 (12) (28/1 +15%) Perfect Pupil	28 28/1(+15%)	(12) Perfect Pupil 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Solid fifth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, heavy, 66/1) 24 days ago. Needs to build on it. Ordinary form in maidens, well held by The Big Cloud on basis of handicap debut at Clonmel.
2	2 (2) (33/1 -175%) Another Red Cat	33 33/1(-175%)	(2) Another Red Cat 33/1, 200/1, respectable seventh of 15 in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (20.2f, heavy) 37 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. May well do better. Sufficient sign of ability in maidens to suggest she may feature on handicap debut.
11	11 (11) (33/1 -267%) Danesfort Mayfly	33 33/1(-267%)	(11) Danesfort Mayfly 33/1, Respectable fifth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (17.4f, good to soft, 4/1). Off 8 months but still merits consideration. Fit from three outings in points, has a chance on her second over 2m3f at Naas in March.
7	7 (7) (50/1 -52%) Keeptellinemnuttin	50 50/1(-52%)	(7) Keeptellinemnuttin 50/1, Modest maiden on the Flat. Thrice-raced maiden. Tenth of 12 in maiden at Gowran (14f, good, 150/1). Switches from Flat to hurdles with more to do. No threat in three maiden hurdle outings in July, has shown little on Flat, hard to fancy.
21	21 (21) (50/1 -52%) Max Time	50 50/1(-52%)	(21) Max Time 50/1, Remains a maiden after 16 NH runs. Fifteenth of 17 in handicap hurdle (16/1) at Naas (16f, soft) 17 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Others more persuasive. Yet to finish in the first four in 16 races, needs to find improvement with tongue-tie now.
22	22 (22) (50/1 +0%) Tincurra Lad	50 50/1(+0%)	(22) Tincurra Lad 50/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. In touch when fell 5 out in handicap chase (28/1) at Naas (16f, soft) 17 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles so no forlorn hope. Plagued by jumping problems over fences and has been out of form over hurdles.
15	15 (15) (80/1 -60%) Is That So	80 80/1(-60%)	(15) Is That So 80/1, Blinkered for 1st time, twelfth of 14 in handicap (40/1) at Dundalk (12f) 37 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Pulled up on last hurdle run. Struggling on the AW at Dundalk in recent months, two poor handicap hurdle runs in August.
20	20 (20) (100/1 -100%) Essential Part	100 100/1(-100%)	(20) Essential Part 100/1, 125/1, fourteenth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Naas (16f, soft) 17 days ago. Twice placed on the Flat, hard to draw any encouragement from her hurdles form.
16	16 (16) (125/1 -279%) True Companion	125 125/1(-279%)	(16) True Companion 125/1, Thrice-raced maiden over hurdles. 200/1, ninth of 15 in novice hurdle at Ballinrobe (21.1f, good to soft). Off 8 months. Down in trip. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Others more persuasive. Won twice on the Flat in his younger days, limited hurdling experience, lacks a recent run.

LTO Selection:

THE BIG CLOUD was well supported in the market ahead of her latest Clonmel outing and almost landed the spoils. She was beaten just over a length into second that day, showing marked improvement, and connections have found her a really winnable opening as she bids to go one better now that the penny has dropped. Dontdooddson boasts good enough form to suggest he'll be thereabouts, while Sunwalk showed much more when fifth at Naas 17 days ago.

THE BIG CLOUD signalled she is ready to go in when an excellent clear second at Clonmel and a 4 lb rise in the weights doesn't look sufficient to prevent her from going one better. Shana Cloon heads the list of dangers on the back of her good third at the same track last time, although Dontdooddson, Always Enchanting and Another Red Cat all merit respect too.

This looks like a good opportunity for THE BIG CLOUD who found one too good when well-supported at Clonmel last time

15:15 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 17f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:24 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (4/1 +27%) Bang On The Bell	4 4/1(+27%)	(1) Bang On The Bell 4/1, Three wins from 15 runs this year, with latest success at Nottingham in August. Again ran well when second of 11 in handicap at Southwell (5f, 13/2) 16 days ago. Can make his presence felt. Runner-up the last twice and his mark has been left unchanged; contender from a good draw.
6	6 (6) (9/1 +36%) Pablo Del Pueblo	9 9/1(+36%)	(6) Pablo Del Pueblo 9/1, C&D winner. Not discredited from widest draw when fourth of 8 in handicap at this C&D (AW, 14/1) 8 days ago. Lurks on a dangerous mark if able to build on his latest effort. Talented but quirky; good mark on this year's C&D best but others appeal more for the win.
7	7 (7) (9/1 +44%) Nordic Glory	9 9/1(+44%)	(7) Nordic Glory 9/1, All 5 career wins at this course, with latest over C&D in October. Below-form ninth of 11 in handicap (10/1) at Southwell (6.1f) 9 days ago, so bounce back called for returned to this venue. Two course wins in October; finished weakly over 6f at Southwell last week; revival needed.
5	5 (5) (11/2 -38%) Glamorous Express	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(5) Glamorous Express 11/2, Making only his second start on all-weather, left behind a lesser effort when winning 5-runner handicap at this course (6f, AW, 7/2) 56 days ago. Can follow up with the potential for more still to come on this surface. Got up late to win over 6f here last month; drop to 5f no problem; unexposed on AW.
2	2 (2) (15/8 +37%) Maharajas Express	1.875 15/8(+37%)	(2) Maharajas Express 15/8, Dropped to 5f on second start for his current yard, returned to winning ways in 8-runner handicap (7/2) at Wolverhampton 12 days ago. Remains unexposed at this trip so he could be capable of better still. Two good runs for new yard, 2nd here (6f) before ready Wolverhampton win (5f); good chance.
8	8 (8) (15/2 -88%) Man On A Mission	7.5 15/2(-88%)	(8) Man On A Mission 15/2, Won twice at this C&D in January. Confirmed return to form when second of 11 in handicap (10/3) at Southwell (5f) 10 days ago. Can give another good account in his current mood. Conditions to suit and he's rediscovered his form of late; likely to go well once again.
4	4 (4) (17/2 +15%) Mick's Spirit	8.5 17/2(+15%)	(4) Mick's Spirit 17/2, Four-time C&D winner who scored at Chelmsford City (5f) in October. However, hasn't been in the same form back at Chelmsford on his last 2 starts, racing freely when fifth of 8 in handicap (10/1) 24 days ago. Four-time C&D winner; not at his peak the last twice & could pull too hard from wide draw.
3	3 (3) (18/1 -227%) Boom The Groom	18 18/1(-227%)	(3) Boom The Groom 18/1, Three wins from 11 runs this year. Soon back to form when making all in 7-runner handicap (8/1) at this C&D (AW) 56 days ago. Retains all his old enthusiasm and he can make another bold bid. Rising 13 but he's won three since August, latterly over C&D last month; should go well.

LTO Selection:

GLAMOROUS EXPRESS overcame a troubled passage when landing the spoils here last month. A 2lb rise looks more than fair and the four-year-old could still be ahead of the handicapper. Maharajas Express has hit some form since joining Jack Jones and he cannot be taken lightly racing off only 3lb higher than his recent Wolverhampton triumph. Fellow in-form rivals Bang On The Bell and Boom The Groom should also make their presence felt.

GLAMOROUS EXPRESS made his second start on all-weather a winning one when successful at this course last time, overcoming trouble inside the final 1f, and he can score again with more still to offer on this surface. Maharajas Express got back to winning ways having a first try at 5f on his latest outing and is feared most, ahead of Bang On The Bell.

All eight runners have something to recommend them but MAHARAJAS EXPRESS is back on the up for his new yard and gets the verdict.

15:24 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:30 Warwick NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
4	4 (4) (3/1 -33%) San Frandisco	3 3/1(-33%)	(4) San Frandisco 3/1, Jukebox Jury gelding who was a 6-figure buy after winning an Irish point. Couldn't justify favouritism but showed plenty of ability when runner-up in bumper at Chepstow (16f, soft) just over 5 weeks ago. Should put that experience to good use here. Engaged 3.45 Haydock Saturday. Won by 14l at Haydock yesterday; will have a 7lb penalty to carry if he runs again here.
3	3 (3) (7/2 +30%) Les's Destiny Star	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(3) Les's Destiny Star 7/2, €150,000 3-y-o, Blue Bresil gelding. Dam (h79), point winner, half-sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stays 2¾m) American Mike out of useful staying chaser American Jennie. Has to be respected for yard with decent record in sphere. 150,000euros 3yo; out of point-winning half-sister to useful jumper American Mike.
2	2 (2) (7/1 +0%) Jax Junior	7 7/1(+0%)	(2) Jax Junior 7/1, Jack Hobbs gelding. Dam placed in bumpers/well held sole start over hurdles. Not discounted for stable that does quite well in this discipline. First foal from a bumper runner-up; stable does well in bumpers.
5	5 (5) (11/2 -22%) Valfortore	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(5) Valfortore 11/2, Olympic Glory gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including winner up to 1¾m Billy No Mates. Dam 1¾m-17f winner. One to take seriously on debut. Out of a well-connected Flat stayer and makes appeal on paper.
1	1 (1) (15/8 +0%) Bill Joyce	1.875 15/8(+0%)	(1) Bill Joyce 15/8, £225,000 4-y-o, Mahler gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to ungenuine but useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 25f) Return Spring. Successful sole start in Irish points (Feb 2023). Bought for £225,000 after winning Irish point debut in February; very interesting prospect.

LTO Selection:

BILL JOYCE, who cost 225,000 pounds after winning an Irish point-to-point, looks an interesting recruit for Jonjo O'Neill to go to war with this season and the son of Mahler is fancied to make an immediate impact on his debut under Rules. Les's Destiny Star, who went for 150,000 euros at Goffs in June last year, also enters the reckoning based on potential, while Valfortore and Jax Junior might have to settle for supporting roles on their respective racecourse debuts. San Frandisco (won at Haydock on Saturday) would have to be of interest if turning up here too.

BILL JOYCE fetched a hefty some after landing a point in February and he's well worth a chance to defend his unbeaten record for all that there are some interesting newcomers in opposition, notably Valforte and Les's Destiny. San Frandisco, who showed a good level of form at Chepstow first time out, is also a player.

The most obvious answer is BILL JOYCE, who changed hands for big money after his Irish point win in February.

15:30 Warwick NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:40 Uttoxeter NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
5	5 (5) (4/1 -33%) Lady Nell	4 4/1(-33%)	(5) Lady Nell 4/1, Kayf Tara filly. Dam, fair 21f hurdle winner, half-sister to bumper winner/useful hurdler (stayed 25f) Lord Generous and fairly useful hurdler (19f-2¾m winner) Lady Karina. Notable debutant for top stable. Granddaughter of top-class Lady Rebecca; major stable; debutante to consider.
1	1 (1) (5/1 -25%) Big Ange	5 5/1(-25%)	(1) Big Ange 5/1, Telescope filly. Dam (c121/h110), moody 19f-3¾m hurdle/chase winner. Highly respected on debut. First foal of her connections' bumper/hurdle/chase winner Millicent Silver; interesting.
7	7 (7) (5/2 +29%) Moonlit Potter	2.5 5/2(+29%)	(7) Moonlit Potter 5/2, Showed something to work on when fourth at Wetherby first time out but this sharper test probably isn't in his favour. Deserves respect nonetheless. Showed promise at Wetherby and the bare form can be marked up; commands respect.
3	3 (3) (11/4 -10%) Jasmine Bliss	2.75 11/4(-10%)	(3) Jasmine Bliss 11/4, Bought for £50,000 after getting off the mark in Irish points at the third attempt in April and finished with running left when fourth at Ludlow on Rules debut. Open to improvement and worth chancing. Irish point winner; respectable fourth in big field at Ludlow for new yard; leading player.
6	6 (6) (14/1 +0%) Luna De Castana	14 14/1(+0%)	(6) Luna De Castana 14/1, Flemensfirth filly. Sister to bumper winner Fingle Bridge, and half-sister to smart hurdler/useful chaser Campeador, stayed 2½m,. Dam lightly raced over hurdles in France. Notable newcomer on breeding. 32,000euros foal; sister to a bumper winner; check the betting.
2	2 (2) (15/2 +25%) Coco Brave	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(2) Coco Brave 15/2, Closely related to numerous winners but didn't really come up to expectations when eighth at Aintree first time out. Should have learned from that. Should improve on her Aintree effort; Harry Cobden is a positive booking.
8	8 (8) (25/1 -79%) The Dream Goes On	25 25/1(-79%)	(8) The Dream Goes On 25/1, Out of a winning hurdler but only a hint of promise on debut at Warwick 53 days ago. Will need to step up markedly. Only minor promise in big field at Warwick; others have stronger claims.
4	4 (4) (50/1 +0%) Lady Haleth	50 50/1(+0%)	(4) Lady Haleth 50/1, Showed nothing at Wetherby on debut last month and looks set for another struggle. Inauspicious debut at Wetherby where she wore a hood, which is now removed.

LTO Selection:

MOONLIT POTTER shaped with plenty of promise when finishing a fair fourth at Wetherby and, considering that was her first day at school, there were plenty of positives to take from the performance. She can find enough improvement to get off the mark in this contest. Jasmine Bliss finished fourth at Ludlow and now goes in a first-time tongue-tie, so she has to be respected along with newcomer Lady Nell.

Having won a point, JASMINE BLISS shaped well in a bumper at Ludlow first time under Rules and, if she can get going sooner, she could land this interesting bumper. Newcomers Big Ange and Lady Nell both make appeal on paper and Moonlit Potter has actually achieved the most in form terms to this point.

Slight preference is for MOONLIT POTTER, ahead of Jasmine Bliss.

15:40 Uttoxeter NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:45 Punchestown NH Flat Race 18f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
9	9 (9) (6/1 +25%) Lady Bluebird	6 6/1(+25%)	(9) Lady Bluebird 6/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Respectable seventh of 16 in bumper at Thurles (15.9f, good to soft, 10/3) 14 days ago. Penultimate Naas second puts her right in the mix.
5	5 (5) (7/2 +30%) East Side	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(5) East Side 7/2, Once-raced maiden. Fourth of 17 in bumper at this course (16.6f, good, 66/1) on NH debut 82 days ago. Sets the standard and there should be more to come. Definite promise on debut here in October; not one to rule out.
8	8 (8) (10/3 -11%) Instant Tendance	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(8) Instant Tendance 10/3, Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. Third of 19 in novice hurdle at Navan (16f, heavy, 16/1) 42 days ago. Switches from hurdles to bumpers. Makes plenty of appeal returning to this sphere. Nicely improved third in Navan mares' maiden hurdle; interesting back in a bumper here.
15	15 (15) (11/2 -10%) Shaving	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(15) Shaving 11/2, Once-raced maiden. Eighth of 19 in bumper (9/4) at Naas (16f, soft) on NH debut 49 days ago. Could prove a different proposition, so worth monitoring in the betting. Faded quite tamely on last month's Naas debut and has plenty to find with Lady Bluebird.
6	6 (6) (12/1 +0%) Glendaars Fortune	12 12/1(+0%)	(6) Glendaars Fortune 12/1, Soldier of Fortune mare. Dam showed nothing sole start in bumpers/over hurdles. Successful on last of 4 starts in points (Dec 10). Recent heavy-ground points' winner worth a look on bumper debut.
18	18 (18) (14/1 +44%) The Diddler	14 14/1(+44%)	(18) The Diddler 14/1, Once-raced maiden. 66/1 and tongue strap on, sixth of 19 in bumper at Naas (16f, soft) on NH debut 49 days ago, finishing with running left. Late headway on last month's Naas debut suggests there is more to come so don't ignore.
1	1 (1) (16/1 -60%) An Cailin Ciuin	16 16/1(-60%)	(1) An Cailin Ciuin 16/1, Once-raced maiden. 125/1, 23 lengths last of 6 to Hispanic Moon in listed mares event at this course (18.2f, soft) on NH debut 35 days ago. Makes bumpers debut. In at the deep end on last month's C&D bumper debut when last of 6; drops in grade.
11	11 (11) (16/1 -100%) Milanaway	16 16/1(-100%)	(11) Milanaway 16/1, Fair hurdler. Creditable third of 14 in novice hurdle (5/1) at Thurles (23f, soft) 38 days ago. Switches from hurdles to bumpers. Down in trip. Rejoined yard after leaving Miss Shauna Larkin. One to consider. Has ability but withdrawn due to heavy ground at Limerick this week; conditions not ideal.
3	3 (3) (17/2 +15%) Cool Lady Too	8.5 17/2(+15%)	(3) Cool Lady Too 17/2, Flemensfirth mare. Half-sister to fair hurdler Butte Montana. Interesting newcomer. Half-sister to a winning hurdler; worth a market check on debut.
14	14 (14) (18/1 -125%) Roxhill Roise	18 18/1(-125%)	(14) Roxhill Roise 18/1, Getaway mare. Closely related to dual bumper winner Pressure Sensitive. Successful sole start in points (Nov 12). Wears hood. Beat a subsequent winner on last month's debut in Dromahane point; interesting.
16	16 (16) (28/1 -180%) Slotty Dotty	28 28/1(-180%)	(16) Slotty Dotty 28/1, Court Cave mare. Dam (h91), placed in maiden hurdle, sister to temperamental but useful chaser (stayed 3¼m) By The Boardwalk. Successful sole start in points (Nov 4). Wears hood. Beat a warm favourite in point at Lisronagh last month (soft); hooded here for rules debut.
2	2 (2) (28/1 +15%) Bee Bright	28 28/1(+15%)	(2) Bee Bright 28/1, Leading Light mare. Dam, modest maiden hurdler, half-sister to useful chaser (stayed 25f) Staker Wallace. Yard having a great year so worth a market check on debut.
12	12 (12) (33/1 -106%) Nells Choice	33 33/1(-106%)	(12) Nells Choice 33/1, Mount Nelson filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Frontal Assault, stays 3¾m, and fair hurdler The Folkes Tiara, stays 2½m. Half-sister to The Folkes Tiara; bred to want further in time.
13	13 (13) (50/1 +0%) Nothing Hectic	50 50/1(+0%)	(13) Nothing Hectic 50/1, Once-raced maiden. 125/1, seventh of 19 in bumper at Naas (16f, soft) on NH debut 49 days ago, left poorly placed. Never counted but showed some promise on last month's Naas debut; much more likely needed.
4	4 (4) (80/1 -142%) Dansanttothetune	80 80/1(-142%)	(4) Dansanttothetune 80/1, Dansant mare. Half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Eamon An Cnoic and fair 2½m chase winner Santon, stays 3m. Dam (c97/h96) 2½m hurdle winner. Half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser Eamon An Cnoic but likely best watched on debut.
17	17 (17) (100/1 -203%) Spanish Maid	100 100/1(-203%)	(17) Spanish Maid 100/1, Workforce mare. Half-sister to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser Nelly's Money, stays 2½m. Dam unraced. Unseated rider sole start in points (Apr 21). Unseated on sole point-to-point last season.
10	10 (10) (100/1 -100%) Little Green Lady	100 100/1(-100%)	(10) Little Green Lady 100/1, Twice-raced maiden. Seventh of 9 in bumper (200/1) at Fairyhouse (16.1f, heavy) 15 days ago. Doyen filly hard to fancy on two runs so far.
7	7 (7) (250/1 -279%) Heure Exacte	250 250/1(-279%)	(7) Heure Exacte 250/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 300/1, fourteenth of 15 in bumper at Thurles (15.6f, good to soft). Off 10 months. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Poor form in three bumpers; tongue tie fitted for hurdles debut but easily passed over.

LTO Selection:

EAST SIDE outran her huge odds to finish fourth over an extended 2m here in October and she would have learned a great deal from that experience. The daughter of Elzaam could have plenty more to come and she is taken to get off the mark. The main threat is Shaving, who was disappointing when behind a couple of these at Naas last month, but she is in fantastic hands and is likely to give a much better account. Any market support for Slotty Dotty would also be of interest.

INSTANT TENDANCE showed a lot more when third in a novice hurdle at Navan 42 days ago and she's seemingly found a weak race back in this sphere, so this could provide a good opportunity to get off the mark. East Side has the best bumper form and looks a danger, while point winner Roxhill Roise warrants a mention.

A bumper which may not take much winning and INSTANT TENDANCE could be the one if reproducing her recent third in a Navan maiden hurdle

15:45 Punchestown NH Flat Race 18f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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How to use Tomform

Please Watch this short video that will help you learn how to use Tomform.com to filter out the runners and find a winner in each race.

This is the 16:15 Kempton race from the video above backed at 28/1 earlier in the day.

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