Ascot Races & Results 1 Tuesday 17th June 2025 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

Ascot Races & Results Tomform Tuesday 17th June 2025

There were 34 Races on Tuesday 17th June 2025 across 5 meetings. There was 6 races at Stratford, 7 races at Thirsk, 7 races at Ascot, 8 races at Southwell, 6 races at Beverley, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Tuesday 17th June 2025

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

14:30 Ascot (Class 1) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (14/1 +36%) Docklands	14 14/1(+36%)	(5) Docklands 14/1, Slowly away 3/4l third in Diomed Stakes (Group 3) over 9f at Epsom most recent run; met trouble and given poor ride that day; goes well here winning 2023 Britannia; may struggle up in grade and bit to find with Sardinian Warrior on C&D meeting Record of 113222 at Ascot includes a second-place finish in this race last year.
2	10 2nd (10) (5/2 +9%) Rosallion	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(10) Rosallion 5/2, Irish 2000 Guineas winner; probably needed the run after long absence 3l third in Lockinge Stakes (Group 1) at Newbury most recent run; goes well here winning 2024 St James's Palace; should bounce back; on the premises Record of 2-2 at Ascot includes a win in the 2024 St James's Palace Stakes; respected.
3	1 3rd (1) (100/1 +0%) Cairo	100 100/1(+0%)	(1) Cairo 100/1, Well placed near pace second beaten 2l in Huxley Stakes (Group 2) over 10f at Chester latest; winless since 2023 Patton Stakes; visor first time; drop down in trip a positive; likely outclassed Yet to score for current yard; comfortably held in this contest last year; opposed.
4	8 4th (8) (4/1 +27%) Notable Speech	4 4/1(+27%)	(8) Notable Speech 4/1, 2000 Guineas winner last year; probably needed the race off a break fourth beaten 3l in Lockinge Stakes (Group 1) at Newbury latest where not asked a question; trainer in form; closely matched with Rosallion on all meetings; big player if coming on for latest run Closely matched with Rosallion; set for another engrossing clash with that opponent.
5th	6 5th (6) (14/1 +0%) Lake Forest	14 14/1(+0%)	(6) Lake Forest 14/1, Fourth beaten 4l in Prix du Palais-Royal (Group 3) over 7f at Longchamp latest where likely needed run; scooped valuable pot in Aus over 7f last year as well as placing in Commonwealth Cup here; top course trainer; unproven over this far; big ask Last two performances suggest this step up to 1m is well worth exploring; possibilities.
6th	2 6th (2) (15/2 +53%) Carl Spackler	7.5 15/2(+53%)	(2) Carl Spackler 15/2, Winner of three G1s in the US; won Maker's Mark Mile Stakes (Grade 1) at Keeneland by 4 1/4l last time; off a short-break; still progressing but bit to find with Notable Speech on Breeders' Cup meeting Progressive in USA; 3-4 since upped to Grade 1 level; makes debut for Australian yard.
7th	7 7th (7) (5/1 -25%) Lead Artist	5 5/1(-25%)	(7) Lead Artist 5/1, Best effort to date won Lockinge Stakes (Group 1) at Newbury by a neck last time where had run of race from close to pace and fitness edge on rivals; likes fast ground; thereabouts once more Rallied gamely to win the Lockinge and further Group 1 success is plausible; progressive.
8th	3 8th (3) (6/1 -50%) Dancing Gemini	6 6/1(-50%)	(3) Dancing Gemini 6/1, Ran to best second beaten a neck in Lockinge Stakes (Group 1) at Newbury latest just held by Lead Artist having conceded first run; top jockey back on board; mile suits ideally and has probably reached level; each way claims Has rapidly developed into a leading miler this term; second in the Lockinge last time.
9th	4 9th (4) (14/1 +13%) Diego Velazquez	14 14/1(+13%)	(4) Diego Velazquez 14/1, Won Solonaway Stakes (Group 2) at Leopardstown by 1 1/2l last time; hugely progressive since being dropped back in trip; top course jockey; returning from long layoff; probably bit to come but big ask up in grade Potential threat in the 1m division this term; makes reappearance; heed the market signals.
10th	9 10th (9) (16/1 +20%) Quddwah	16 16/1(+20%)	(9) Quddwah 16/1, Won Prix de Montretout (Listed) at Longchamp by 2l last time; should come on for that outing; quicker ground a plus; goes well here winning Summer Mile last year; plenty to find up in grade May still rate higher, being lightly raced and well bred (both parents won Group 1s).

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14:30 Ascot (Class 1) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

Lead Artist was tenacious when he shaded victory over Dancing Gemini in the Lockinge at Newbury and there is very little to choose between these two high-class individuals as they gear up for what promises to be another thrilling encounter. However, ROSALLION's third-placed finish that day was a very encouraging effort. That was his first start since he sealed victory with a lightning burst of speed in the St James's Palace here 12 months ago and he merits the utmost respect once again. Notable Speech, who was fourth in the Lockinge, and the now Australian-trained Carl Spackler add further depth to a splendid curtain raiser.

The withdrawal of Sardinian Warrior, who would have been the selection, promotes DANCING GEMINI to first choice ahead of Rosallion.

14:30 Ascot (Class 1) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:05 Ascot (Class 1) 6f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (7/2 +46%) Gstaad	3.5 7/2(+46%)	(9) Gstaad 7/2, Yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; 3/4l winner in a maiden at Navan on debut turning over better fancied stablemate; the choice of Moore; step up in trip will bring out more; should go close Produced all his best work late on to win at Navan and once-raced colts win Coventrys.
2	7 2nd (7) (80/1 -60%) Do Or Do Not	80 80/1(-60%)	(7) Do Or Do Not 80/1, Had benefited for debut experience second beaten a neck in a novice at York latest having travelled best; ultimately held by Tadej; needs to improve Narrowly repelled by Tadej at York and there are many others to worry about.
3	6 3rd (6) (66/1 -100%) Coppull	66 66/1(-100%)	(6) Coppull 66/1, 1/2l winner in a maiden over 5f at Leicester on debut where knew job and showed plenty of speed; had multiple future winners in behind up in trip; off a short-break; lot to find Needs to improve on the Leicester win but his yard won this with a maiden at 150-1 in 2020.
4	2 4th (2) (5/1 +77%) Andab	5 5/1(+77%)	(2) Andab 5/1, Had benefited for debut experience 1 1/2l third in Marble Hill Stakes (Group 3) at The Curragh most recent run behind potentially top class rival; showed good turn of foot when beating Gavoo on debut; threat Reportedly had a hold-up before finishing an excellent third in the Group 3 Marble Hill.
5th	13 5th (13) (14/1 +30%) Power Blue	14 14/1(+30%)	(13) Power Blue 14/1, Ran to form second beaten 3/4l in Marble Hill Stakes (Group 3) at The Curragh latest; finished ahead of Andab that day; previous Listed form franked at Group level; threat Close second in the Marble Hill last time and a case can be made for him being overpriced.
6th	18 6th (18) (100/1 -100%) Tadej	100 100/1(-100%)	(18) Tadej 100/1, Won a novice at York by a neck last time doing well to wear down re-opposing rival; has experience edge; steadily progressive; cheekpieces first time; more needed Coming along nicely but he's in a lot deeper here and may lack the required class.
7th	14 7th (14) (100/1 -100%) Raakeb	100 100/1(-100%)	(14) Raakeb 100/1, Did not get a clear run 2l third in a 2yo race at Epsom most recent run; form of debut win franked; bit to find with Military Code on collateral form; big ask Won't fail through a lack of effort but perhaps lacks the star potential of many in here.
8th	5 8th (5) (50/1 +24%) Bourbon Blues	50 50/1(+24%)	(5) Bourbon Blues 50/1, Yard won this last year; well backed when winning a maiden at Brighton by 4 1/2l last time; let down by slow start on debut previously; drawn on wing of large field; form had knocks; lot to find Left debut form behind with an easy win at Brighton; stable won this 12 months ago.
9th	15 9th (15) (14/1 +13%) Rock On Thunder	14 14/1(+13%)	(15) Rock On Thunder 14/1, 1 1/4l winner in a maiden at Leicester on debut beating numerous next time out winners; top jockey booked; can make presence felt up in class Ridden out to win at Leicester and he's another open to significant improvement.
10th	21 10th (21) (10/1 -82%) Warsaw	10 10/1(-82%)	(21) Warsaw 10/1, Yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; 3l winner in a maiden over 5f at Navan on debut overcoming slow start; step up in trip should suit; no forlorn stable second string Bred to stay further but it was over 5f that he powered clear to win so well at Navan.
11th	12 11th (12) (4/1 +0%) Postmodern	4 4/1(+0%)	(12) Postmodern 4/1, 5l winner in a novice at Yarmouth on debut on fast ground under positive ride; that race yet to throw up any winners; trainer in form; open to marked improvement; each way shout Cost 270,000gns as a yearling and blew them away with a 5l stroll at Yarmouth; exciting.
12th	16 12th (16) (33/1 +18%) Shaatir	33 33/1(+18%)	(16) Shaatir 33/1, Well backed when winning a novice at Lingfield by 3 1/4l last time; that weak enough form; form of debut placed effort has been boosted but bit to find Grabbed the favoured stands' rail at Lingfield and won as he liked; lots more is needed.
13th	1 13th (1) (12/1 +25%) American Gulf	12 12/1(+25%)	(1) American Gulf 12/1, 3 1/4l winner in a novice at Windsor on debut where overcame wide trip on fast ground; produced good speed figure that day; open to marked improvement; of interest Impressive at Windsor only two weeks ago and his yard knows what's needed to win this.
14th	17 14th (17) (80/1 -100%) Super Soldier	80 80/1(-100%)	(17) Super Soldier 80/1, Second beaten 1/2l in Prix la Fleche (Listed) over 5f at Chantilly latest; steadily progressive; holds Tadej on previous run here; up in trip; needs to improve Useful but lacks the profile of a typical Coventry winner; place money would be a result.
15th	10 15th (10) (50/1 +0%) Kolkata Knight	50 50/1(+0%)	(10) Kolkata Knight 50/1, 5l winner in a maiden at Hamilton on debut under positive ride beating next time out winner; drawn on wing of large field; more needed and must settle better up in class Strong in the market when collecting by 5l at Hamilton and has to be filed as promising.
16th	8 16th (8) (33/1 +0%) Gavoo	33 33/1(+0%)	(8) Gavoo 33/1, Had benefited for debut experience when winning a maiden at Listowel by 3/4l last time; held by Andab on debut previously; should show some improvement but needs to Second to Andab on debut but then impressed from a difficult draw at Listowel; has claims.
17th	11 17th (11) (7/1 -56%) Military Code	7 7/1(-56%)	(11) Military Code 7/1, Had the benefit of experience and backed up debut promise won a novice here over 5f by a neck last time beating a couple of next time out winners; bred to appreciate this step up in trip; bit more to come; strong claims Both wins over 5f, the latest here; he was holding on that day and is now up in distance.
18th	3 18th (3) (22/1 +12%) Ballistic Missile	22 22/1(+12%)	(3) Ballistic Missile 22/1, 1/2l winner in a novice over 5f at York on debut where looked in need of the experience; that form had knocks; up in trip; will improve but must do to figure Bred to stay 6f and further, so it was encouraging that he could win over 5f at York.
19th	4 19th (4) (50/1 +0%) Bone Marra	50 50/1(+0%)	(4) Bone Marra 50/1, 3/4l winner in a maiden over 5f at Wolverhampton on debut where overcame slow start; that form nothing special; step up in trip a plus; lot to find His Wolverhampton AW form doesn't look anywhere near good enough and that was over 5f.
20th	20 20th (20) (20/1 -67%) Underwriter	20 20/1(-67%)	(20) Underwriter 20/1, 2l winner in a maiden at Ayr on debut justifying strong support on fast ground; should improve but plenty to find to figure up in grade Comfortably justified favouritism at Ayr and stable has a good record in this race.

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15:05 Ascot (Class 1) 6f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

Military Code has plenty going for him after accounting for two subsequent winners under a penalty over 5f at this venue last month and is hard to ignore. Postmodern made a deep impression when bolting up on his introduction at Yarmouth and will likely have his supporters. The same can be said for Underwriter after his smooth debut success at Ayr, but the vote goes to GSTAAD. The son of Starspandledbanner turned over an odds-on stable companion at Navan last month and he shaped as if he might take a big step forward for that experience.

Joseph O'Brien's ANDAB suffered a troubled preparation before his third in the Marble Hill and significant improvement is a possibility.

15:05 Ascot (Class 1) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:40 Ascot (Class 1) 5f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (11/1 +39%) American Affair	11 11/1(+39%)	(1) American Affair 11/1, Did not get a clear run beaten 3l in Temple Stakes (Group 2) at Haydock last time; in good form prior progressing rapidly in handicaps; more needed stepped further up in grade Made outstanding progress in 5f handicaps and hampered behind Mgheera in a Group 2 since.
2	15 2nd (15) (28/1 +58%) Frost At Dawn	28 28/1(+58%)	(15) Frost At Dawn 28/1, Won Cecil Frail Stakes (Listed) at Haydock over 6f by a neck last time under aggressive ride; down in trip; former Group winner in Dubai; top jockey back on board; needs to improve up in class Has won a Group 3 at Meydan (5f) and a Haydock Listed race; this level has been beyond her.
3	7 3rd (7) (9/1 -29%) Regional	9 9/1(-29%)	(7) Regional 9/1, 3/4l third in Al Quoz Sprint (Group 1) over 6f at Meydan most recent run; closely matched with Believing on that; down in trip; off a short-break; threat Sparingly raced but a Group 1 winner over 6f in 2023 and runner-up in this race last year.
4	9 4th (9) (16/1 -14%) Starlust	16 16/1(-14%)	(9) Starlust 16/1, Probably needed race beaten 5l in Temple Stakes (Group 2) at Haydock last time; given fine ride to land Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint last year; fast ground suits; should get good pace to aim at; go well 5f on fast ground suits, third in Group 1 in August, later won Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint.
5th	12 5th (12) (7/2 +91%) Asfoora	3.5 7/2(+91%)	(12) Asfoora 7/2, Won this last year before unlucky loser at Glorious Gooodwood; beaten 3l in a Group 1 over 6f at Morphettville last time; blinkers first time; down in trip; top jockey back on board; has proven ability remains with Aus Group win this spring; hasn't had prep run on these shores this year but chance Won this in 2024; arrives this time with no British prep run and in first-time headgear.
5th	4 5th (4) (66/1 -65%) Kerdos	66 66/1(-65%)	(4) Kerdos 66/1, Below par off a break, may not have stayed well beaten in 1895 Duke Of York Clipper Stakes (Group 2) over 6f at York latest; usually consistent; drop down in trip a big plus; drawn on wing of large field; held in this last year; others preferred Won Group 2 (5f) last May; creditable efforts in Group 1s later but plenty more needed.
7th	11 7th (11) (40/1 +0%) Washington Heights	40 40/1(+0%)	(11) Washington Heights 40/1, Ran to form a length third in Temple Stakes (Group 2) at Haydock most recent run; 2024 Palace House winner; generally consistent; has had limitations exposed; faces stiff task Capable at the right level over 5f and 6f but not yet a Group 1 contender; an onlooker.
8th	17 8th (17) (150/1 -275%) Monteille	150 150/1(-275%)	(17) Monteille 150/1, Won Prix du Gros-Chene (Group 3 at Chantilly by 2l last time; steadily progressive; multiple Group winner in France; plenty more needed and faster ground of big concern Group 3 win over 5f at Chantilly latest; up in class; unraced on quicker than good to soft.
9th	13 9th (13) (50/1 -52%) Balmoral Lady	50 50/1(-52%)	(13) Balmoral Lady 50/1, Well backed when winning Achilles Stakes (Listed) at Haydock by 1/2l last time; hugely progressive handicapper previously; best form has come on easier ground; bit to find Progressive and her Listed win (5f, good) was another step forward; tough call today.
10th	3 10th (3) (18/1 +45%) Jasour	18 18/1(+45%)	(3) Jasour 18/1, Raced freely beaten 3l in Achilles Stakes (Listed) at Haydock last time; generally out of form since Pavilion win here last spring; Group winner on fast ground at 2; second run after wind op; needs to improve 6f Group winner as 2yo and 3yo; has not gone on since 3rd in Commonwealth Cup here in 2024.
11th	14 11th (14) (3/1 +33%) Believing	3 3/1(+33%)	(14) Believing 3/1, Won Al Quoz Sprint (Group 1) at Meydan over 6f by 3/4l last time; ran well twice at this meeting last year including in this; top course jockey; down in trip; drawn on wing of large field but plenty of pace around him; off a short-break; leading contender Close up in several top 5f races last year, including this one; looks sure to go well.
12th	6 12th (6) (10/1 -33%) Night Raider	10 10/1(-33%)	(6) Night Raider 10/1, Made too much use of back from a break 4l third in 1895 Duke Of York Clipper Stakes (Group 2) over 6f at York most recent run; hugely progressive in AW sprints previously; enjoys making it; back in trip; may yet prove best at 5f but has to prove effectiveness on turf; best watched 4-4 on AW (7f/6f); faded over 6f on turf last month; enough speed for 5f; still intriguing.
13th	23 13th (23) (18/1 +10%) West Acre	18 18/1(+10%)	(23) West Acre 18/1, Beaten 7l in Al Quoz Sprint (Group 1) over 6f at Meydan last time; dual Group winner in Dubai previously; down in trip; off a short-break; not fully exposed; enjoys fast ground; could resume progression Left 2yo form behind when breaking 5f track record at Meydan in January; not dismissed.
14th	8 14th (8) (10/1 +64%) Rumstar	10 10/1(+64%)	(8) Rumstar 10/1, Below par beaten 5l in Temple Stakes (Group 2) at Haydock last time; in good form prior landing Palace House at favoured venue; C&D winner at Listed level; trainer in form; bit to find in this grade Winner of Listed and Group 3 races leading up to Group 2 defeat latest; up against it.
15th	21 15th (21) (66/1 +0%) Estepona	66 66/1(+0%)	(21) Estepona 66/1, 4 1/4l third in Prix Marchand d'Or (Listed) over 6f at Chantilly most recent run; placed in Prix Sigy previously; back in trip; plenty more needed and may find ground on the fast side Second in a Group 3 (extended 5f) but needs major improvement for this first run over 5f.
16th	20 16th (20) (40/1 +0%) Aesterius	40 40/1(+0%)	(20) Aesterius 40/1, Bit too fresh and needed the race beaten 4 1/2l in Westow Stakes (Listed) at York last time; entitled to come on for that reappearance; dual Group winner at 2 including Flying Childers; more needed to make an impact in this grade Smart sprinting 2yo who picked up two Group races at 5f; disappointing favourite on return.
17th	22 17th (22) (50/1 -25%) Tropical Storm	50 50/1(-25%)	(22) Tropical Storm 50/1, Ran to form won Westow Stakes (Listed) at York by a head last time; likes York and ideally suited by fast ground; not finished improving; place claims 2nd in the Norfolk here last year; Listed win latest but hard to recommend at this level.
18th	10 18th (10) (100/1 -52%) Twilight Calls	100 100/1(-52%)	(10) Twilight Calls 100/1, Below par beaten 6l in Temple Stakes (Group 2) at Haydock last time when behind a number of these; similar story in Palace House previously; usually held up; plenty more needed Finished 2nd, 4th and 6th in the last three runnings; well held in two runs for new yard.
19th	19 19th (19) (66/1 -100%) Prime Art	66 66/1(-100%)	(19) Prime Art 66/1, Probably needed race second beaten a neck in Cecil Frail Stakes (Listed) over 6f at Haydock latest; 2023 Firth Of Clyde winner has had injury issues; back in trip; needs to prove he has the speed for this distance Group 3 winner as 2yo; ran once in 2024; better than ever on comeback; first 5f run.
20th	5 20th (5) (80/1 +20%) Manaccan	80 80/1(+20%)	(5) Manaccan 80/1, Suited by the testing ground 1 1/2l third in Palace House Stakes (Group 3) at Newmarket most recent run where raced on wrong side; absent for very lengthy period; goes well here; vulnerable in this grade Progressive in 2022 but ran only once as a 4yo; likely to be rusty after two-year absence.

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15:40 Ascot (Class 1) 5f Race Class Flow

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Asfoora beat Regional (second) when taking this contest last year with Believing back in fourth. The latter has improved subsequently and arrives on the back of a victory in the Al Quoz Sprint at Meydan in April. George Boughey's mare will be hard to keep out of the frame, but NIGHT RAIDER also drops back to the minimum trip with strong claims. The son of Dark Angel has bags of early pace and made all to win a Listed contest over 6f at Newcastle last term. A respectable third in the 1895 Duke Of York on his reappearance, this stiff 5f will suit the four-year-old. The Temple Stakes winner Mgheera is another to consider .

Asfoora has a solid chance if in the same form as last year but MGHEERA is still improving and can take another step forward.

15:40 Ascot (Class 1) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:20 Ascot (Class 1) 7f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (8/11 +9%) Field Of Gold	0.727273 8/11(+9%)	(1) Field Of Gold 8/11, Got rolling earlier than 2000 Guineas and eased 1/2l or so line when won Irish 2,000 Guineas (Group 1) at The Curragh by 4l last time; given poor ride when conceding first run to Ruling Court at Newmarket prior; can reverse that form and will be tough to beat Shade unlucky in the 2,000 Guineas and won the Irish version impressively; top rated.
2	3 2nd (3) (4/1 +0%) Henri Matisse	4 4/1(+0%)	(3) Henri Matisse 4/1, Winner of two G1s; yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; won Poule d'Essai des Poulains (Group 1) at Longchamp by a head last time given fine ride; top course jockey; faster ground no issue judged on Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf win; not ruled out French 2,000 Guineas success took his record over 1m to 2-2; one of the main contenders.
3	6 3rd (6) (4/1 -45%) Ruling Court	4 4/1(-45%)	(6) Ruling Court 4/1, 2000 Guineas winner under fine ride outstaying stablemate and getting first run on Field Of Gold; steadily progressive; trainer in form; may struggle to confirm form with fav but still huge player Held on by half a length from Field Of Gold in the 2,000 Guineas; improving sharply.
4	5 4th (5) (25/1 -14%) Rashabar	25 25/1(-14%)	(5) Rashabar 25/1, Little bit unlucky in running and may have been a length closer with a clear run fourth beaten 5 1/4l in Irish 2,000 Guineas (Group 1) at The Curragh latest; steadily progressive; took Coventry at this meeting last year; each way claims Won last year's Coventry; just over 5l behind Field Of Gold in the Irish 2,000 Guineas.
5th	4 5th (4) (20/1 +50%) Officer	20 20/1(+50%)	(4) Officer 20/1, Yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; held when hampered, but probably a length or so better than the bare form beaten 8l in Irish 2,000 Guineas (Group 1) at The Curragh last time; in good form prior winning Tetrarch; not fully exposed but stable holds stronger claims Progressive until coming up well short in the Irish 2,000 Guineas; needs to do better.
6th	7 6th (7) (80/1 -60%) Windlord	80 80/1(-60%)	(7) Windlord 80/1, Used as a pacemaker beaten 8l in Irish 2,000 Guineas (Group 1) at The Curragh last time; in good form prior; 2yo Group form franked in Derby; top jockey back on board; lot to find in this grade Finished behind three of today's rivals in the Irish 2,000 Guineas; needs improvement.
7th	2 7th (2) (100/1 +0%) First Wave	100 100/1(+0%)	(2) First Wave 100/1, Yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; ideally suited by trip when winning a maiden at Gowran Park by 5l last time; looks pacemaker for stablemate Henri Matisse taking big step up in grade Faces a stiff task on ratings and is possibly in here as pacemaker for Henri Matisse.

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16:20 Ascot (Class 1) 7f Race Class Flow

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FIELD OF GOLD's emphatic success in the Irish 2,000 Guineas confirmed him to be a top-class miler and the son of Kingman can enhance his reputation by adding this showpiece event to his portfolio. Having run out of track when chasing home Ruling Court in the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket last month, the John and Thady Gosden-trained colt has every chance of turning things around with his likely key rival. The supporting cast is headed by Henri Matisse, whose Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf and French Guineas successes bring him into the equation. Rashabar and Officer are respected but already have something to find with Field Of Gold based on their encounter at the Curragh.

The percentage call lies with FIELD OF GOLD, ahead of Ruling Court and Henri Matisse in a cracking clash of Guineas winners.

16:20 Ascot (Class 1) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:00 Ascot (Class 2) 19f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (20/1 -11%) Ascending	20 20/1(-11%)	(9) Ascending 20/1, Weak in the market when landing a Cork Derby (Handicap) by a neck off 93 over 12f at Cork last time; up in trip; probably bit to come but stamina concerns and more exposed than most here Reverted to the Flat with two 2nds and two wins; looks a live prospect for this race too.
2	13 2nd (13) (16/1 +0%) Nurburgring	16 16/1(+0%)	(13) Nurburgring 16/1, Below par beaten 8l in a handicap over 10f at The Curragh last time where trip far too sharp; 2024 Galway Hurdle winner; significant jockey booking; ran well in Irish Cesarewitch last year; longer trip should suit; very interesting Passed stacks of rivals for 4th in the Irish Cesarewitch (nearly 2m1f, good); widest draw.
3	16 3rd (16) (33/1 -50%) Comfort Zone	33 33/1(-50%)	(16) Comfort Zone 33/1, Below form, saw out the longer trip down the field in Handicap Hurdle (Listed) over 3m at Punchestown most recent; can race lazily; career best win on last flat run; longer trip could suit; stable holds stronger claims Strong late challenge won a big-field Flat handicap at Naas (2m, yielding) last autumn.
4	17 4th (17) (25/1 -39%) Leinster	25 25/1(-39%)	(17) Leinster 25/1, Suited by step-up in trip scored by 2 1/2l off 83 over 12f at The Curragh penultimate start; fourth beaten 3 1/2l off 91 last time where went too fast; top jockey back on board; up in trip; probably bit to come but needs it Five races; tricky to restrain when front-running 4th in the Chester Cup; has wide draw.
5th	3 5th (3) (28/1 -40%) Divine Comedy	28 28/1(-40%)	(3) Divine Comedy 28/1, Beaten 9 1/2l in a handicap over 2m3f at Chester last time; usually consistent; runner up in this last year off 2lb lower; up in trip; versatile ground wise; each way claims in open race Went close in this (good to firm) last term off 2lb lower; return to form is not ruled out.
6th	7 6th (7) (18/5 +28%) East India Dock	3.6 18/5(+28%)	(7) East India Dock 18/5, Ideally suited by trip when landing a Chester Cup by a length off 89 over 2m3f at Chester last time; Graded hurdle winner placed behind Poniros in Triumph; up in trip; should show some improvement but needs to off this mark Strength of stamina took him to the front in the final 1f of Chester Cup (2m2mf, good).
7th	5 7th (5) (66/1 -32%) Align The Stars	66 66/1(-32%)	(5) Align The Stars 66/1, Ran to form fourth beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap over 2m at Haydock latest; progressive staying handicapper last summer; cheekpieces first time; up in trip; bit to find on these terms Ran well on return but not since; latest again failed to prove he stays 2m; headgear today.
8th	14 8th (14) (15/2 +63%) Alphonse Le Grande	7.5 15/2(+63%)	(14) Alphonse Le Grande 15/2, Probably needed race down the field in a handicap over 1m6f at The Curragh most recent; usually consistent; 2024 Cesarewitch winner; up in trip; needs to improve to defy what now looks stiff mark Won hot staying handicaps on all three visits to Britain last year; highly respected.
9th	15 9th (15) (11/4 +31%) Reaching High	2.75 11/4(+31%)	(15) Reaching High 11/4, Yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; ran to form beaten a short-head off 92 over 12f at Leopardstown last time; should come on for that stable debut; top course jockey; up in trip; contender Beaten on the nod on first run (1m4f) for new yard and has major potential as a stayer.
10th	4 10th (4) (125/1 -150%) San Salvador	125 125/1(-150%)	(4) San Salvador 125/1, Below par comfortably held in Orby Stakes (Listed) over 12f at The Curragh last time; Graded winner over fences; unexposed in this sphere; longer trip could suit; stable holds stronger claims but not dismissed Seemingly has work to do off opening Flat mark but going further than 1m6f should suit him.
11th	6 11th (6) (50/1 -25%) Feigning Madness	50 50/1(-25%)	(6) Feigning Madness 50/1, Improved effort fourth beaten 5 1/2l in Sagaro Stakes (Group 3) over 2m here latest; possibly bit flattered that day but looks fairly treated for handicap debut; up in trip; outside place claims if stamina holds up 4yo, only six races; first go at 2m was slowly run Group 3 (last of four); handicap debut.
12th	19 12th (19) (25/1 -14%) Mr Hampstead	25 25/1(-14%)	(19) Mr Hampstead 25/1, Ideally suited by trip when scored by 5 1/2l off 82 over 2m at Goodwood penultimate start; second beaten a neck off 89 last time; closely matched with Manxman on that; trainer in form; up in trip; probably bit to come if stamina holds up Another bold show may well be on its way after improved efforts in 2m Goodwood handicaps.
13th	2 13th (2) (66/1 -100%) Artistic Star	66 66/1(-100%)	(2) Artistic Star 66/1, Probably needed race beaten 2l off 101 over 1m6f at Newmarket last time; up in trip; fast ground suits; has proven frustrating and tricky to win with; plenty more needed Raced freely upped to 1m6f latest but also stuck to his task well to give hope for 2m+.
14th	1 14th (1) (28/1 -40%) Dawn Rising	28 28/1(-40%)	(1) Dawn Rising 28/1, Did not get a clear run down the field in a handicap over 2m3f at Chester most recent; has run well in multiple renewals of Queen Alexandra here; Group winner in autumn; tongue-tie first time; usually held up; up in trip; place claims off top weight 1st and 3rd in 2m5f Queen Alexandras here; lacklustre in Chester Cup; tongue-tie goes on.
15th	8 15th (8) (11/1 +0%) Manxman	11 11/1(+0%)	(8) Manxman 11/1, Landed a handicap by a neck off 91 over 2m at Goodwood last time; up in trip; touch unlucky in Cesarewitch last year; hugely progressive; handicapper may be catching up 7-13 in handicaps; mighty close in the 2024 Cesarewitch and won at Goodwood latest start.
16th	18 16th (18) (40/1 -21%) Woot City	40 40/1(-21%)	(18) Woot City 40/1, Second beaten 2 1/2l in the Conditions Race over 1m7f at Angers latest; probably flattered by Listed form; up in trip; stamina concerns and may find ground on the fast side French-trained 8yo, in good form; a likely stayer who looks on a highly competitive mark.
17th	20 17th (20) (3/1 +45%) Poniros	3 3/1(+45%)	(20) Poniros 3/1, Yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; ran to form second beaten 4l in Champion Four Year Old Hurdle (Grade 1) over 2m at Punchestown latest; Triumph winner prior; went off fav for Cambridgeshire last flat run but well held; up in trip; unexposed for this yard; threat if stamina holds up A top juvenile hurdler and his trainer usually picks the right candidates for these races.
18th	10 18th (10) (33/1 -136%) Liari	33 33/1(-136%)	(10) Liari 33/1, Ideally suited by trip when landing a handicap by 5l off 88 over 1m6f at Newmarket last time; unexposed for this stable; not proven trip; probably bit to come judged on hurdle form if stamina holds up Won Flat return; up 7lb and into a much stronger race but could have plenty more to offer.
19th	11 19th (11) (40/1 -100%) Zoffee	40 40/1(-100%)	(11) Zoffee 40/1, Raced freely beaten 3l off 91 over 2m3f at Chester last time; 2024 Chester Cup winner; up in trip; significant jockey booking; generally consistent; vulnerable to less exposed rival Second, first and third in the last three Chester Cups; not far away in this race in 2023.
20th	12 20th (12) (50/1 -79%) Saturn	50 50/1(-79%)	(12) Saturn 50/1, Scored by a neck off 91 over 1m6f at Navan penultimate start; eighth beaten 5 1/4l off 94 last time; has shaped like a stayer; sound surface suits; up in trip; place claims in open race Lightly raced 5yo; 2m4f interesting and he holds possibilities if latest run is forgiven.

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17:00 Ascot (Class 2) 19f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 2 race.

Chester Cup hero East India Dock has an 8lb higher rating to contend with, but it would be no surprise to see him feature. Willie Mullins has a strong hand with Reaching High and Poniros, with a slight preference for the former after his runner-up effort at Leopardstown and the booking of Ryan Moore catching the eye. However, LIARI made a strong impression when scoring by five lengths over 1m6f at Newmarket last time and he may relish this extra distance. The son of Cracksman makes only his second start for the Michael Bell yard and he could be the one to beat.

Willie Mullins has the high-profile Poniros and Reaching High but ALPHONSE LE GRANDE (nap) is selected ahead of Woot City.

17:00 Ascot (Class 2) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:35 Ascot (Class 1) 9f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (8/1 -23%) Haatem	8 8/1(-23%)	(9) Haatem 8/1, Fourth beaten 3l in Prix de Montretout (Listed) over 8f at Longchamp latest; up in trip; game winner of Jersey here last year; worth marking that run up; big chance if stamina holds up Very smart 3yo over 7f/1m; below that level this spring; could be a class act up in trip.
2	1 2nd (1) (13/2 +64%) Galen	6.5 13/2(+64%)	(1) Galen 13/2, Second time in cheekpieces and made plenty of use of beaten 3 1/2l in Mooresbridge Stakes (Group 2) at The Curragh last time; form of previous Alleged Stakes win boosted in Coronation Cup; each way shout off top weight Won 1m2f Group 3 at Curragh in April but a 5lb penalty for that could leave him vulnerable.
3	11 3rd (11) (7/1 +50%) King's Gambit	7 7/1(+50%)	(11) King's Gambit 7/1, Raced freely beaten 6l in Aston Park Stakes (Group 3) over 12f at Newbury last time where big drifter so probably needed run; down in trip; unlucky in Hampton Court here last year; must bounce back Smart, including 2nd at 2024 Royal Ascot; too free in blinkers latest and no headgear now.
4	8 4th (8) (5/1 -25%) Enfjaar	5 5/1(-25%)	(8) Enfjaar 5/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; probably needed race beaten 7 1/4l in Brigadier Gerard Stakes (Group 3) at Sandown last time; usually consistent; 2024 John Smith's Cup winner; in the mix Only fifth in Group 3 on reappearance but should be sharper now and yard does well in this.
5th	14 5th (14) (11/2 +39%) Sons And Lovers	5.5 11/2(+39%)	(14) Sons And Lovers 11/2, Possibly slightly flattered fourth beaten 3l in Mooresbridge Stakes (Group 2) at The Curragh latest; steadily progressive; top course jockey; behind King's Gambit in Hampton Court here last year; each way shout Two good efforts for new trainer; won't need to raise his game much; Ryan Moore is booked.
6th	3 6th (3) (14/1 -56%) Military Order	14 14/1(-56%)	(3) Military Order 14/1, Below par fourth beaten 7l in Brigadier Gerard Stakes (Group 3) at Sandown latest; better form on AW where took Winter Derby and Magnolia Stakes; may not relish fast ground; chance if handling it Very good AW record (Listed win in April) but possibly not as good on turf; 3lb penalty.
7th	4 7th (4) (25/1 -39%) Phantom Flight	25 25/1(-39%)	(4) Phantom Flight 25/1, Below par 6l third in Brigadier Gerard Stakes (Group 3) at Sandown most recent run; dual winner in Bahrain over winter; fast ground suits; 2024 Steventon winner; each way shout in open race Dual Listed winner and back near best when third in Group 3 latest; has 3lb penalty.
8th	5 8th (5) (33/1 -106%) Ambiente Friendly	33 33/1(-106%)	(5) Ambiente Friendly 33/1, Pulled chance away again fourth beaten 44l in Jockey Club Stakes (Group 2) over 12f at Newmarket latest; down in trip; settling a massive problem for 2024 Derby runner up; needs to prove he's still the same horse Pulled too hard in two runs for new yard but hood back on now and he was very classy at 3.
9th	6 9th (6) (33/1 -18%) Checkandchallenge	33 33/1(-18%)	(6) Checkandchallenge 33/1, Ran to form beaten 4 1/4l in Lockinge Stakes (Group 1) over 8f at Newbury last time; up in trip; frustrating type often runs on late once race is over; not disgraced in this last year but may find stamina giving way late Rarely wins but keeping on in 1m Group 1 latest suggests a return to 1m2f is in his favour.
10th	7 10th (7) (12/1 -9%) Ecureuil Secret	12 12/1(-9%)	(7) Ecureuil Secret 12/1, Well treated at weights when winning a handicap at Epsom by 4l last time; should come on for that; placed at Listed and Group level in France last year; unproven on fast ground; probably bit to come but conditions a worry Really smart handicap performance when scoring easily at Epsom recently; not discounted.
11th	15 11th (15) (14/1 +13%) Torito	14 14/1(+13%)	(15) Torito 14/1, Yard won this last year; ran to form 3 1/4l third in this last year most recent run; closely matched with Haunted Dream on that; cheekpieces first time; returning from long layoff; may just need this Off since third in this last year; has gone well fresh before; cheekpieces now; in the mix.
12th	2 12th (2) (28/1 -180%) Liberty Lane	28 28/1(-180%)	(2) Liberty Lane 28/1, Won Festival Stakes (Listed) at Goodwood by a neck last time; consistent 2024 Cambridgeshire winner; outside chance but could probably do with some rain Edged out Meydaan in 1m2f Goodwood Listed latest start but 3lb worse off with that one now.
13th	12 13th (12) (14/1 +13%) Meydaan	14 14/1(+13%)	(12) Meydaan 14/1, Ran to form second beaten a neck in Festival Stakes (Listed) at Goodwood latest; consistent; outstayed in Queen's Vase here last year; probably wouldn't want the ground too fast; bit to find Edged out by Liberty Lane in Listed race last time but 3lb better off with him now; solid.
14th	13 14th (13) (33/1 +0%) Passion And Glory	33 33/1(+0%)	(13) Passion And Glory 33/1, Beaten 9 1/2l in Prix Vicomtesse Vigier (Group 1) over 2m at Longchamp last time; down in trip; course winner last year over 12f; sound surface suits; needs stiff test to figure Still smart as a 9yo but this trip is possibly on the short side for him these days.
15th	16 15th (16) (40/1 -100%) Doha	40 40/1(-100%)	(16) Doha 40/1, Probably made too much use of returning from a break comfortably held in Middleton Fillies' Stakes (Group 2) at York last time; undone by poor draw here previously; 2024 Kensington Palace winner here; needs more Won 1m handicap at 2024 Royal Ascot; Listed winner last autumn but well held on return.
16th	10 16th (10) (25/1 -14%) Haunted Dream	25 25/1(-14%)	(10) Haunted Dream 25/1, Fourth beaten 3l in Turf Cup (Group 2) over 11f at Riyadh latest behind top class rival; possibly bit flattered that day; placed in this last year; fast ground suits; trainer in form; returning from a break; contender Second in this last year and latest Saudi fourth was a career-best RPR.

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17:35 Ascot (Class 1) 9f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

It was hard not to be impressed by Ecureuil Secret's success on his first start in a handicap at Epsom earlier in the month and the son of Wootton Bassett looks well worth his place in this class. Liberty Lane beat Meydaan by a neck at this level at Goodwood last month and he can confirm his authority over that rival to have a say, but a chance can be taken on TORITO. The five-year-old finished third in last year's renewal and the son of Kingman hasn't been seen since. He remains unexposed and sports first-time cheekpieces, which could eke out the improvement required to score.

Enfjaar is much respected for a yard with a good record in this but narrow preference is for MEYDAAN, an improved second last time.

17:35 Ascot (Class 1) 9f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:10 Ascot (Class 2) 15f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (5/2 +0%) French Master	2.5 5/2(+0%)	(7) French Master 5/2, Well backed when landing a Staying Handicap by a neck off 96 over at Goodwood last time despite poor ride; much more to come over staying trips; blinkers first time; contender Made it 3-5 with Goodwood win; deserves extra credit for that and could have more to offer.
2	12 2nd (12) (13/2 +0%) Caballo De Mar	6.5 13/2(+0%)	(12) Caballo De Mar 13/2, Well backed when landing a Staying Handicap by 2l off 93 over 2m at Haydock last time; down in trip; hugely progressive winning 6 of last 7; probably bit to come but revised mark demands more Six wins from last seven starts; highly progressive and could have more left in the tank.
3	3 3rd (3) (20/1 +20%) Samui	20 20/1(+20%)	(3) Samui 20/1, Below par beaten 8l in His Majesty's Plate (Listed) over 2m at Down Royal last time; consistent hurdler prior; down in trip; significant jockey booking; fast ground suits; more needed to defy this mark On a competitive mark on last summer's form but below his best back on the Flat recently.
4	8 4th (8) (14/1 +44%) Barnso	14 14/1(+44%)	(8) Barnso 14/1, Ran to form fourth beaten 5l in Vintage Crop Stakes (Listed) at Navan latest; significant jockey booking; off a short-break; 14f seems to suit; steadily progressive; each way claims back in a handicap Progressive 3yo last year and could run on to good effect if getting a strong gallop.
5th	16 5th (16) (7/1 +56%) Aeronautic	7 7/1(+56%)	(16) Aeronautic 7/1, Probably needed race beaten 7l in a handicap over 10f at The Curragh last time; in good form prior running well in Vinnie Roe; remains unexposed; up in trip; threat if stamina holds up Down the field on return but in excellent hands; unexposed; could bounce back with big run.
6th	14 6th (14) (18/1 -29%) Champagne Prince	18 18/1(-29%)	(14) Champagne Prince 18/1, Well backed, made a bit too much use of, close to form fourth beaten 8l in Winter Derby (Group 3) over 11f at Southwell latest; enjoys making it; not proven trip; returning from a break; good mark on AW form but needs to prove as effective on this surface 5-7 on AW as opposed to 0-5 on turf but best run on grass came here and he's not ruled out.
7th	2 7th (2) (12/1 +40%) Endless Victory	12 12/1(+40%)	(2) Endless Victory 12/1, Down the field in a handicap over 12f at Meydan most recent; form of previous placed effort franked; trainer in form; returning from a break; up in trip; bit to find off stiff looking mark Faded when upped to 1m4f but brother Cross Counter won 2m Melbourne Cup; retains potential.
8th	6 8th (6) (50/1 -79%) Real Dream	50 50/1(-79%)	(6) Real Dream 50/1, Disappointing, race may have come too soon fourth beaten 34l in Further Flight Stakes (Listed) at Nottingham latest; placed in Rosebery off 1lb higher previously; off a short-break; longer trip a plus; vulnerable to improver Very in and out in the last two seasons but this C&D winner is capable if back on song.
9th	5 9th (5) (18/1 +28%) Crypto Force	18 18/1(+28%)	(5) Crypto Force 18/1, Slowly away well beaten in Tattersalls Gold Cup (Group 1) over 11f at The Curragh latest; may not relish fast ground; up in trip; big stamina concerns; opposed Group-race campaigner; could be on fair mark for first handicap but others more compelling.
10th	13 10th (13) (11/1 +8%) My Mate Mozzie	11 11/1(+8%)	(13) My Mate Mozzie 11/1, Every chance, below form well beaten in Red Rum Handicap Chase over 2m at Aintree latest where race came too soon; down in trip; off a short-break; placed in this last year off 1lb lower; must bounce back Third of 16 in this 12 months ago (good to firm) when 1lb lower; each-way claims once more.
11th	10 11th (10) (28/1 -56%) Lavender Hill Mob	28 28/1(-56%)	(10) Lavender Hill Mob 28/1, Game when landing a handicap by 3 1/4l off 94 over 12f at Newmarket last time; that form franked; not proven trip; too keen in Queen's Vase over C&D last year; very interesting if settling Won in good style at Newmarket latest but needs another career best in this hotter race.
12th	1 12th (1) (50/1 -100%) Prydwen	50 50/1(-100%)	(1) Prydwen 50/1, Probably needed race beaten 7l in a handicap over 12f at Haydock last time; hugely progressive handicapper last year; Group winner in Germany; up in trip; significant jockey booking; chance if not finding ground too quick May have needed recent return to action; German Group 3 win last September; not ruled out.
13th	15 13th (15) (25/1 -56%) Jesse Evans	25 25/1(-56%)	(15) Jesse Evans 25/1, Quickened clear with ease, outclassed rivals won the Conditions Hurdle at Ballinrobe over 2m2f by 12l last time proving ability remains; down in trip; Graded winning hurdler; thrown in on that form; ran well from poor position on sole flat run this year; very interesting 9yo; no Flat win since August 2023 but scored over hurdles 3 weeks ago; not discounted e-w.
14th	4 14th (4) (28/1 -40%) Fairbanks	28 28/1(-40%)	(4) Fairbanks 28/1, Won a maiden hurdle at Ballinrobe over 2m by 3 1/2l last time; down in trip; unexposed for this stable; hugely progressive last summer in UK; fast ground suits; probably bit to come Progressive on the Flat last year and won a recent maiden hurdle in Ireland; could go well.
15th	11 15th (11) (22/1 +12%) Loughville	22 22/1(+12%)	(11) Loughville 22/1, Beaten 7l in a handicap at Goodwood last time; in good form prior; top jockey back on board; consistent handicapper; versatile ground wise; probably high enough in weights Creditable Listed 3rd last month; failed to settle next time; needs to be better than ever.
16th	9 16th (9) (9/2 +0%) Charlus	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(9) Charlus 9/2, Yard has won last two runnings of race; keen, outclassed down the field in Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) over 2m1f at Cheltenham most recent; hurdles winner prior; top course jockey; placed at Listed level in France; much more to come for top yard; go close if handling the faster ground French Listed runner-up whose top Irish jumps trainer has won the last 2 runnings; player.

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18:10 Ascot (Class 2) 15f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 2 race.

Willie Mullins has sent out the last two winners of this event, so Charlus deserves plenty of respect with Ryan Moore doing the steering. An import from France, where he won three times on the Flat, he can feature returning to this code, but FRENCH MASTER makes most appeal. A progressive son of Frankel, John & Thady Gosden's charge won at Goodwood on his first start over 1m6f and remains open to further improvement in first-time blinkers. Caballo De Mar is another on the upgrade, having scored over 2m at Haydock last time, while Champagne Prince is also noted.

Willie Mullins has won the last two runnings and CHARLUS has potential off his current mark. French Master could be a big danger.

18:10 Ascot (Class 2) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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