Bangor Races & Results Tomform Saturday 20th April 2024
There were 52 Races on Saturday 20th April 2024 across 7 meetings. There was 7 races at Curragh, 7 races at Newbury, 8 races at Ayr, 7 races at Bangor, 8 races at Brighton, 8 races at Thirsk, 7 races at Nottingham, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.
Races & Results Saturday 20th April 2024
The data in the racecards below is for the past year. View the racecard key.
(2) Haiti Couleurs 2/1, Capitalised on the drop in grade in bloodless fashion in 6-runner maiden hurdle at Chepstow (23.6f, heavy, 11/8) 34 days ago, going clear. Much respected under a penalty. Beat a solid yardstock with loads to spare in a 2m7f maiden at Chepstow.
2
2nd (1) (6/5 +31%) Grand Albert
6/5(+31%)
(1) Grand Albert 6/5, Winning Irish pointer who got off the mark over hurdles in likeable fashion in 5-runner novice at this course (19.6f, heavy) 4 weeks ago. Should go on improving now that his stamina is drawn out and looks up to defying a penalty. Easy winner from the front over 2m3f here; has plenty of stamina in his pedigree.
3
3rd (4) (5/1 +17%) Illico De Cotte
5/1(+17%)
(4) Illico De Cotte 5/1, Irish point winner who came good at the fourth time of asking for new connections when game winner of a 25.5f Hereford maiden hurdle in February. However, proved somewhat disappointing when only third of 5 in first-time cheekpieces on handicap debut at Huntingdon subsequently. Not at his best on handicap debut last time but previous efforts bring him right into it.
4
4th (5) (13/2 +19%) Galassian
13/2(+19%)
(5) Galassian 13/2, Successful only completed start in points and ran to a fair level when second of 8 in a 23f Worcester maiden hurdle in October 2022, pulling clear with a promising sort. Off since but yard going well and should make an impact. Off since Oct 2022 but that was a good run behind a now 141-rated horse.
5th
5th (7) (80/1 -142%) Record High
80/1(-142%)
(7) Record High 80/1, Fontwell bumper winner in February 2022. However, very lightly raced since and only modest form in 2 novice hurdles. Lengthy breaks already in his career and has yet to offer much over hurdles.
6th
6th (8) (100/1 -400%) Top Kap
100/1(-400%)
(8) Top Kap 100/1, Modest form only start in bumpers and in need of the experience sent hurdling on first run since leaving Tom Lacey when sixth of 8 in a Lingfield maiden (19.5f, good to soft) in November. Probably one for handicaps later on. Only sixth in his two runs under rules, beaten 22l and 30l; reservations for now.
7th
7th (6) (66/1 -164%) Industrialist
66/1(-164%)
(6) Industrialist 66/1, Has shown some promise in a trio of bumpers but has been pulled up both starts over hurdles. Ran well in his third bumper but has since twice pulled up over hurdles.
13:05 Bangor-on-dee Maiden Hurdle
(Class 3) 23f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.
HAITI COULEURS benefited from a drop in class when gaining a first career success at Chepstow last month. The seven-year-old was a cut above the opposition and while this appears to be a tougher assignment on paper, he has plenty in his favour to make it back-to-back victories. Grand Albert won here on his latest start and is respected going up in distance, while the likes of Galassian, Illico De Cotte and Heros De Romay add further spice to the contest.
GRAND ALBERT should go on improving now that his stamina is drawn out, so there's every reason to believe he can defy a penalty. Fellow last-time-out scorer Haiti Couleurs is much respected with some of his earlier form reading well in the context of this race. Galassian hasn't been seen for 18 months but reappears with his yard in good form and also needs considering.
This will probably concern the four penalised horses. HAITI COULEURS edges preference after his dominant display last time.
(3) Dusautior 9/4, No show in 3 starts over hurdles (all at 2m) but this former winning pointer predictably took a step forward when third upped to 23.6f for his chase/handicap debut at Huntingdon. The first-time cheekpieces he sported that day remain in place and he's a player off the same mark. Third on chase/handicap debut despite some untidy jumping; needs considering.
2
2nd (6) (4/1 +33%) Caeruleum
4/1(+33%)
(6) Caeruleum 4/1, Upped his game switched to fences for the first time when finding just one too good at Exeter (3m, heavy) in December. However, he has proved largely disappointing since and others bring more compelling claims to the table. Lightly raced and has a couple of seconds to his name over fences; possible..
3
3rd (5) (9/1 -64%) Le Grand Vert
9/1(-64%)
(5) Le Grand Vert 9/1, Successful over hurdles in France for Francois Nicolle back in 2021, which is his sole success form 25 starts overall. Record in this sphere stands at 0-14 but arrives here on the back of solid efforts in defeat at Wetherby and Newcastle (both at around 3m on testing ground). Major each-way chance. 0-14 over fences but good to see him post solid back-to-back efforts in defeat last twice.
4
4th (2) (3/1 +63%) Nine Nine Nine
3/1(+63%)
(2) Nine Nine Nine 3/1, Off the mark at Leicester in January and doubled tally over 2½m back at that venue last month. Has remained in decent form since. albeit without leaving the impression that he has anything at all in hand of his current mark. Looks vulnerable back up in trip. Had a good season but might be high in the weights now and best form has been shy of 3m.
5th
5th (1) (4/1 -129%) Bampton Star
4/1(-129%)
(1) Bampton Star 4/1, Stepped up on last season's maiden/novice hurdle exploits when runner-up on return/handicap debut in that sphere at Lingfield in February. Further progress equipped with cheekpieces/switched to fences the last twice, bagging back-to-back heavy-ground 3m handicap chases at Exeter. The one to beat. 2-2 over fences and this 7yo would appear to be going places at this sort of level.
6th
6th (4) (14/1 +30%) Tara Cove
14/1(+30%)
(4) Tara Cove 14/1, Multiple winning pointer who has yet to trouble the judge under Rules, including on chase debut at Leicester in January when pulled up in the handicap won by Nine Nine Nine. Three point wins but a maiden under rules, including a no-show on his chase debut.
7th
7th (8) (66/1 -100%) Leading The Way
66/1(-100%)
(8) Leading The Way 66/1, Modest maiden hurdler who offered little in pair of chase starts, latterly when well held last of 4 at Southwell (20.4f, heavy) in February. Mark has eased further but he can only be watched. Tailed off in four runs for this yard, divided between hurdles and fences.
|PU|
|PU| (10) (80/1 +20%) Glenavaddra
80/1(+20%)
(10) Glenavaddra 80/1, Point winner but has shown nothing so far under Rules and is impossible to fancy from a long way out of the weights. Pulled up in both his chases and he's 29lb out of the handicap here; had wind surgery.
|PU|
|PU| (9) (150/1 -127%) Black Market
150/1(-127%)
(9) Black Market 150/1, Fair ex-Irish hurdler but has shown little for current yard, pulled up again over hurdles at Stratford last time. Others make more appeal. Maiden pulled up over fences and hurdles on his last two starts some 514 days apart.
13:40 Bangor-on-dee Handicap Chase (Class
5) 24f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.
BAMPTON STAR has progressed well for the switch to fences, with victories on both starts at Exeter. The handicapper has raised him 8lb for the latest of those but he appears capable of further improvement. Le Grand Vert has been running with credit of late and is a key player, with Brian Hughes a notable jockey booking. Dusautior is entitled to step forward from his third at Huntingdon and is capable of a decent showing, as is Nine Nine Nine.
There could be more to come from BAMPTON STAR, who is unbeaten in two starts over fences and an 8 lb rise for his latest success at Exeter looks manageable given the way he went about his business that day. There were a number of factors which seemingly contributed to an improved display from Dusautior at Huntingdon and, if able to build on that, he may well emerge as the main danger ahead of Le Grand Vert.
Jeremy Scott's BAMPTON STAR ran well behind a major improver on his final run over hurdles and has since impressed in both his chases.
(7) Lipa K 11/5, A fair winning hurdler who was running with credit (in third) when fell last in 2m3f handicap at Haydock last time. Not without interest now going chasing. Capable hurdler off this sort of mark for Evan Williams; makes chase debut for new yard.
2
2nd (6) (14/1 +13%) One Fine Man
14/1(+13%)
(6) One Fine Man 14/1, Landed 2m handicaps at Carlisle/Ayr last February for James Moffatt. Yet to fire for his current yard though, a remote fourth of six in handicap chase at Stratford (2m1f, heavy) 40 days ago. Needs to step forward. Well handicapped on his winning form just over a year ago when in a different yard.
3
3rd (2) (7/4 +0%) Grain D'oudairies
7/4(+0%)
(2) Grain D'oudairies 7/4, Vastly improved from his chasing debut when easily landing 6-runner handicap at Market Rasen (17.2f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Up 10 lb but still holds leading claims. Won easily at Market Rasen; lightly raced and could easily cope with the 10lb hike.
4
4th (5) (15/2 -173%) Charlie's Glance
15/2(-173%)
(5) Charlie's Glance 15/2, Scored at Huntingdon early in 2023 and not disgraced on his return (after a breathing op) when third of 6 in handicap hurdle at Fakenham (20f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Much respected back in this sphere. Back chasing off a good mark and over the right trip, but soft ground would be a worry.
5th
5th (3) (9/2 +0%) Vicki Vale
9/2(+0%)
(3) Vicki Vale 9/2, Acquitted herself well in handicap hurdle company this season but she came in last of six on her chasing bow in handicap at Plumpton (17f, good to soft) 20 days ago, unable to recover from a blunder 4 out. In excellent hands and worth another chance. Didn't jump particularly well on chase debut at Plumpton and may need further now.
6th
6th (1) (20/1 -167%) Fast Buck
20/1(-167%)
(1) Fast Buck 20/1, Belatedly landed a small-field Wincanton handicap (15.7f) in January. Back on song when third of 7 in handicap chase at Ludlow (16f, soft) 30 days ago. Possibilities with tongue strap refitted. Remains capable of popping up off this mark but he's not the percentage call.
7th
7th (4) (33/1 -65%) Daly Tiger
33/1(-65%)
(4) Daly Tiger 33/1, Very smart chaser in his pomp for Noel Meade. Winless for his current yard but he wasn't disgraced in a first-time visor when third of 9 in handicap chase at Haydock (19.9f, soft) 21 days ago. Needs to back it up with headgear again sported. A regressive maiden whose recent placed efforts don't amount to a great deal.
14:15 Bangor-on-dee Handicap Chase (Class
4) 17f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
GRAIN D'OUDAIRIES went up 10lb following a comfortable success at Market Rasen, when dropped back in trip on just his second start over fences. The return to softer conditions is unlikely to prove an issue because he won on heavy ground over hurdles at Uttoxeter in November. Reverting to fences is likely to benefit Charlie's Glance after his comeback third over timber at Fakenham at the start of the month. Others to note include Fast Buck and Vicki Vale.
Donald McCain's GRAIN D'OUDAIRIES is hard to oppose on the back of his wide-margin Market Rasen success despite taking a hefty rise in the weights. Vicki Vale blundered away her chance on her chasing bow at Plumpton but is worth another chance here and could emerge as the main danger ahead of Charlie's Glance and Lipa K.
Donald McCain's lightly raced GRAIN D'OUDAIRIES (nap) won with such authority at Market Rasen that he can defy the 10lb hike.
(5) Cerendipity 6/1, Fairly useful winner over hurdles and built on chase debut/return when winning over 15f at Wetherby in November. Mixed record since, however, though trip probably too far latest (finished tired). Didn't see out 3m last month but has done fairly well during first season over fences.
2
2nd (1) (7/2 -27%) Ballycamus
7/2(-27%)
(1) Ballycamus 7/2, Made a successful debut over fences at Chepstow and added to his tally in 2m 4f handicap at Warwick following month. Beaten only by a couple of progressive sorts when runner-up next 2 starts and big shout back down in class. Two chase wins this season; ran well here last month and ought to be in the shake-up again.
3
3rd (3) (4/1 -60%) Whodini
4/1(-60%)
(3) Whodini 4/1, Made it 4 wins from 6 completed starts over fences when going in at Ayr in November. Good second back from a break there 6 weeks ago and should go well again. Won four chases last year and returned from break with good second last month; respected.
4
4th (4) (8/1 -33%) Grey Skies
8/1(-33%)
(4) Grey Skies 8/1, Dual winner in novice company last spring and holding his form well this season without winning, just edged out in 3-runner event at Carlisle 3 weeks ago. This tougher. Stretched by 2m7f two runs ago but otherwise in good form in recent month; in the mix.
5th
5th (6) (9/2 +63%) Hurlerontheditch
9/2(+63%)
(6) Hurlerontheditch 9/2, Would have made a winning return/chase debut at Warwick but for an unfortunate slip after the last. Not in same form next 2 starts but took big step back in right direction tried in a hood when fifth at Ascot, doing well to get so close considering right-handed track looked all against him. Player. Unlucky on chasing debut in November, and seemingly back in good form last month.
6th
6th (8) (8/1 +43%) Jar Du Desert
8/1(+43%)
(8) Jar Du Desert 8/1, Showed fairly useful form over hurdles for Tom George prior to making a successful chasing debut in a 4-y-o event at Auteuil for N. George & A. Zetterholm in May. However, not at that level over hurdles/fences for present yard but handicapper is at least cutting him some slack. 0-4 in Britain but ran quite well when third of five at Huntingdon (2m7f) last month.
|F|
|F| (9) (13/2 +19%) No Tackle
13/2(+19%)
(9) No Tackle 13/2, Only second run for his current yard when getting off the mark over fences in 10-runner handicap at Leicester (22.7f, heavy). However, not in same form in 3-runner event there since and headgear now applied. Ready winner on second start for current stable; below form since but can still do better.
|PU|
|PU| (2) (40/1 -300%) Monte Igueldo
40/1(-300%)
(2) Monte Igueldo 40/1, Ran too bad to be true bidding for a 4-timer at Southwell 15 months ago (later found to be suffering from an abnormally high heart rate) and low key-start for this yard back over hurdles 4 months later. Returning from another absence here and market may reveal expectations. Off seen since low-key stable debut over hurdles last May; not the most obvious answer.
|PU|
|PU| (7) (40/1 -150%) Jazz King
40/1(-150%)
(7) Jazz King 40/1, Left his hurdle form behind when making a winning start to his chase career at Ludlow (2½m) 14 months ago, coming clear in good style. Looked badly in need of the run on first outing since (left Sam Thomas for £40,000) at Doncaster in February, struggling after ninth. Headgear/tongue strap back on. Won on chasing debut last March but pulled up when reappearing for new yard in February.
14:50 Bangor-on-dee Handicap Chase (Class
4) 20f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
BALLYCAMUS ran with plenty of credit here over further when second in a higher grade last month, and dropping back in trip on this occasion can see him in his best light. A comfortable winner over this distance at Warwick in January, the seven-year-old is narrowly preferred to the progressive Whodini, who found only one too strong when on a hat-trick at Ayr. Narrowly denied at Carlisle last time out, Grey Skies is likely to appreciate the step up from 2m.
BALLYCAMUS bumped into a couple of progressive sorts on his last 2 starts and can resume winning ways back down in class. Hurlerontheditch took a big step back in the right direction when fifth at Ascot and should build on that returned to a more suitable track, while Whodini would have a big shout if the ground dries up.
The suggestion is WHODINI, who enjoyed a very productive 2023 over fences and looked as good as ever last month, after a break.
(3) Balhambar 10/11, Fairly useful on the Flat for Michael Bell and left first 3 hurdles efforts behind when making a successful handicap debut in this sphere at Ludlow (2m, soft) 18 days ago. Merely pushed out and a 6 lb rise may not stop him with further progress likely. Drew clear on run-in to make winning handicap hurdle debut and can progress again.
2
2nd (1) (9/2 +0%) Bucephalus
9/2(+0%)
(1) Bucephalus 9/2, Came good over hurdles in 2m Newbury handicap last month. Respectable effort on the Flat since. Each-way claims back hurdling. Fairly useful Flat-racer who came good over hurdles with clearcut success last month.
3
3rd (11) (18/1 -50%) Silverbridge
18/1(-50%)
(11) Silverbridge 18/1, Showed fair form in pair of 1½m maidens on Flat for John Joseph Murphy in Ireland. Didn't achieve much when reaching the frame in 2 juvenile hurdles in January. Only sixth on AW Flat since but he is unexposed now handicapping for a good stable. Safely held in two juvenile hurdles in January but improvement is possible in handicaps.
4
4th (2) (11/1 +45%) Thank You Blue
11/1(+45%)
(2) Thank You Blue 11/1, Winner of maiden at Sedgefield in November. 13/2, fourth of 7 in C&D handicap (heavy) 28 days ago. Has first-time cheekpieces added to tongue strap. Has not yet kicked on from his winning hurdle debut; cheekpieces added today.
5th
5th (10) (40/1 -21%) Trick Of The Tail
40/1(-21%)
(10) Trick Of The Tail 40/1, Modest maiden hurdler who was third on his C&D handicap debut in August. Fair fourth in Sedgefield maiden in October but off since a lesser run at Hereford in November. Has had wind surgery (also tongue tied first time). Placed over C&D last summer; off since poor run in November; may need good ground.
6th
6th (6) (4/1 +11%) Torneo
4/1(+11%)
(6) Torneo 4/1, Fairly useful winner on the Flat in France for Jean-Claude Rouget. Opened his account over hurdles in facile fashion in a weak race at Wetherby (2m, heavy) in January and found only one too good on his handicap debut at Fontwell (2¼m, heavy) since. May do better still. Wide-margin winner of juvenile hurdle and ran well in defeat on handicap debut; a player.
7th
7th (7) (80/1 -300%) The Sad Shepherd
80/1(-300%)
(7) The Sad Shepherd 80/1, Point winner. Second in 2m Perth maiden hurdle last June (final start for Stuart Crawford). Well held on Hereford return for new yard last month and his opening mark isn't obviously generous. Ran well to a point on recent stable debut but raced awkwardly when coming under pressure.
8th
8th (4) (40/1 -150%) Present Fair
40/1(-150%)
(4) Present Fair 40/1, Brushed off a disappointing run over fences when winning 2m handicap at Uttoxeter in December. Not disgraced when fourth from a 3 lb higher mark at Catterick next time but last 2 runs disappointing. Surprise winner on heavy ground in December but has lost his way this year.
9th
9th (9) (40/1 -186%) Badlands Boy
40/1(-186%)
(9) Badlands Boy 40/1, Offered more than on hurdle debut when third of 10 over 17f at Sedgefield (heavy) in February. Pulled up at Huntingdon since and deserted by Brian Hughes for this handicap debut. Kept on steadily for third in Sedgefield maiden in February; deserted by Brian Hughes here.
|PU|
|PU| (5) (22/1 -10%) Our Follet
22/1(-10%)
(5) Our Follet 22/1, A fair 2m winner over hurdles last term but he has offered little in 4 starts so far this season. First-time cheekpieces need to have a positive effect. Chasing didn't go to plan in December and he was also well beaten when reverted to hurdles.
15:25 Bangor-on-dee Handicap Hurdle (Class
4) 17f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
BALHAMBAR has improved hand over fist since joining the Harry Derham stable, and a 6lb rise for his recent success at Ludlow may not be enough to prevent him from doubling up. Bucephalus arrives with strong claims following his victory at Newbury in March, which came prior to a defeat on the level, while Camarrate makes his handicap debut on the back of a Fakenham triumph. Third to Sir Gino at Kempton over Christmas before an easy Wetherby victory, Torneo then occupied the runner-berth on his handicap bow and cannot be ruled out either.
Lightly-raced improvers BALHAMBAR and Camarrate rather stand out here, with a narrow preference for the former after his cosy Ludlow success. Torneo is another who has shown promise in a light hurdle career and looks best of the rest. `
This can go to BALHAMBAR, who built upon his very encouraging stable debut when winning quite comfortably at Ludlow this month.
(3) Galunggung 15/2, Clearly had his share of issues and positive start under Rules when a clear second to Traprain Law in a Kelso novice (16.2f, heavy) in January 2023. Landed the odds following 14 months off at Hexham last month and capable of rating higher if getting a clear shot at things. Very lightly raced 8yo; won a novice last month; should have more to offer in handicaps.
2
2nd (9) (12/1 +25%) Thankyourluckystar
12/1(+25%)
(9) Thankyourluckystar 12/1, Scored at Ludlow last March and took a step back in the right direction when second at Warwick last month. Eased further 2 lb, which makes him of interest. Won off this mark last March but is yet to strike form this season.
3
3rd (1) (9/2 +25%) Yealand
9/2(+25%)
(1) Yealand 9/2, Opened his account on handicap debut at Newcastle (20.3f) in January and travelled smoothly when doubling tally at Haydock a month ago, always holding on. 6 lb rise calls for further progress but that isn't out of the question. 2-4 since switched to handicaps; latest 6lb rise offset by Luke Scott's useful 5lb claim.
4
4th (10) (7/4 +42%) Far Sight
7/4(+42%)
(10) Far Sight 7/4, Made a winning start to his career in a Newton Abbot bumper in June 2022. Let previous hurdles effort behind when third at Sandown the following March and the switch to Harry Derham and step up in trip means he's a fascinating contender. Not seen since promising handicap debut in March 2023 but has joined burgeoning stable.
5th
5th (15) (10/1 +80%) Iron Heart
10/1(+80%)
(15) Iron Heart 10/1, Fair hurdles winner over but he's been largely out of form since a promising start over fences for this yard in September, merely keeping on late for fourth at Taunton. Belied 80-1 odds when fourth last month but others have much more convincing profiles.
6th
6th (12) (7/1 +13%) Elle Est Beau
7/1(+13%)
(12) Elle Est Beau 7/1, Lightly-raced sort from a top yard who stayed on for third on handicap debut at Sandown in December when well backed. Looked set to open her account before departing late back there (19.8f, heavy) in January and looked a non-stayer over 24.7f 3 weeks ago. Down in trip. Flopped when upped to 3m last time but was in front before last-flight fall two starts ago.
7th
7th (13) (14/1 +58%) Kapamazov
14/1(+58%)
(13) Kapamazov 14/1, Fair maiden for Sam Drinkwater and similar form in couple of starts for new yard, seeming to find the test inadequate when fourth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Newbury (16.2f, soft) in March. Eased further 1 lb ahead of this and return to further a plus. 0-6 over hurdles; both runs this year were very respectable but more is needed today.
8th
8th (14) (33/1 +0%) Konfusion
33/1(+0%)
(14) Konfusion 33/1, Strong in the betting but perhaps unsurprisingly shaped as if in need of the run after an 18-month absence when ninth of 14 in novice hurdle at Newcastle (16.9f, heavy) in January. Never involved at Doncaster 3 weeks later and now goes handicapping up in trip. Returned from long absence with two underwhelming runs in January; handicap debut today.
9th
9th (8) (20/1 -43%) Malpas
20/1(-43%)
(8) Malpas 20/1, A fair winner at 17f over hurdles in early 2022 who made a much better fist of things on second chase try (following wind op) when third on return at Carlisle (2m) in December. Back at that level when second at Bangor but this trip probably stretches him returned to timber. Not as good as he was but ran game race in defeat over fences here in February.
|PU|
|PU| (2) (9/1 +25%) Thank You Ma'am
9/1(+25%)
(2) Thank You Ma'am 9/1, Well held on hurdle debut in the autumn but placed on next 4 outings, including stepped up to around 2½m on Hereford handicap debut in February. Pitched into a deeper race and wasn't up to the task at Sandown. Close second on handicap debut two starts ago and faced a tough assignment last time.
|PU|
|PU| (6) (50/1 -52%) Lily Glitters
50/1(-52%)
(6) Lily Glitters 50/1, Four-time winner in staying handicap hurdles and matched that level at the second attempt over fences when runner-up in October. In nothing like the same form both starts since but mark has crept down reverting to timber on the back of a wind op. Ended 2023 with two heavy defeats over fences and would appeal more over 3m+.
16:00 Bangor-on-dee Handicap Hurdle (Class
4) 20f Race Class Flow
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
Galunggung took a step forward from his debut over hurdles to justify odds-on favouritism at Hexham and it will be interesting to see how he fares in the market on his handicap bow. However, preference is for YEALAND, who struck by half a length at Haydock and has been put up 6lb, but with Luke Scott negating 5lb of that rise, he could be the one to beat again. Malpas completes the shortlist.
He's been off the track for over a year but FAR SIGHT is the interesting one having joined a yard firmly on the up with this increased emphasis on stamina sure to aid his cause, too. This is competitive, with Yealand, Galunggung and Elle Est Beau all having plenty to recommend them.
Unexposed 7yo FAR SIGHT made a very promising handicap debut in 2023 and has switched to a stable with an excellent strike-rate
(4) Doctor Kildare 6/4, Once-raced maiden. 5/4, fourth of 10 in bumper at Newbury (16.3f, soft) on NH debut 88 days ago, running green. Could improve plenty from that initial experience, so demands respect. Only fourth when warm favourite for Newbury debut but that was still a promising run.
2
2nd (7) (17/2 -42%) Mythical Moon
17/2(-42%)
(7) Mythical Moon 17/2, Only seventh at Kempton on debut and, while he should have learned from that experience, he needs more to make an impact in this. Made underwhelming debut when seventh of nine at Kempton in November.
3
3rd (8) (28/1 +44%) Romeo Foxtrot
28/1(+44%)
(8) Romeo Foxtrot 28/1, £3,200 3-y-o, Dragon Dancer gelding. Brother to bumper winner Vanilla Dancer, and half-brother to 4 winners, including dual bumper winner Vanilla Run. Makes some appeal on paper. Brother to a bumper winner but stable 0-17 in these races during last five seasons.
4
4th (14) (33/1 -175%) Alexandra Larose
33/1(-175%)
(14) Alexandra Larose 33/1, Sister to bumper winner/useful 2¾m hurdle winner Shannon Royale, and half-sister to numerous winners, including useful hurdler/chaser Minella Foru. However, debut display at Stratford was fairly low-key and she's passed over. From good jumping family and shaped with promise on heavy ground at Stratford last month.
5th
5th (11) (20/1 -150%) Walden
20/1(-150%)
(11) Walden 20/1, Out of a French Flat winner and showed a bit to work on when fifth at Taunton first time out. Will need to step forward from that if he's to open his account at the second attempt. Shaped with significant promise when fifth of 12 at Taunton last month.
6th
6th (2) (28/1 +58%) Bongo Man
28/1(+58%)
(2) Bongo Man 28/1, Jack Hobbs gelding. Dam (c119/h116), 21f-3m hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to fairly useful chaser (stayed 3m) Tafika. Others are more appealing on paper. Dam was a useful hurdle/chase; stable has very modest bumper strike-rate.
7th
7th (1) (18/1 -13%) Aceofadiamond
18/1(-13%)
(1) Aceofadiamond 18/1, Diamond Boy gelding. Half-brother to numerous winners, including bumper winner/useful hurdler Mumbo Jumbo and fairly useful hurdler Mumbo Bay. Stable not renowned for debut winners. Half-brother to useful Irish bumper/hurdle winners Mumbo Jumbo and Mumbo Bay; a possible.
8th
8th (13) (33/1 -32%) Willow Caught
33/1(-32%)
(13) Willow Caught 33/1, €32,000 3-y-o, Sandmason colt. Brother to smart hurdler/chaser Black Op, stayed 3m, and half-brother to fair hurdler April's Moon. Likely to need time and distance. Brother to smart jumper Black Op but stable not known for bumper success.
9th
9th (12) (4/1 +27%) Walk With Charisma
4/1(+27%)
(12) Walk With Charisma 4/1, €5,000 3-y-o, Walk In The Park gelding. Closely related to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Norton Hill, and half-brother to 2 winners, including useful hurdler Westren Warrior. Merits plenty of respect. Has a good pedigree and represents stable with healthy strike-rate in bumpers.
10th
10th (5) (25/1 +24%) Full Of Secrets
25/1(+24%)
(5) Full Of Secrets 25/1, War Command gelding. Dam useful bumper winner. One to be interested in if the market speaks in his favour. Out of a well-connected triple bumper winner; with that pedigree, he can't be ignored.
11th
11th (6) (6/1 +25%) Moon Over Clyro
6/1(+25%)
(6) Moon Over Clyro 6/1, Pether's Moon gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Nightboattoclyro and fair hurdle/chase winner No Tackle. Worthy of respect on debut. Half-brother to useful hurdler Nightboattoclyro; stable does very well in bumpers.
|PU|
|PU| (9) (11/1 +67%) Saffin Storm
11/1(+67%)
(9) Saffin Storm 11/1, €29,000 3-y-o, Affinisea gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 23f) Western Honour. Bred to want further. 29,000euros 3yo; first foal; unraced dam half-sister to useful hurdler Western Honour.
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.
DOCTOR KILDARE was sent off a warm order when beaten into fourth on his debut at Newbury in January, but he will have learned a great deal from the experience. Nicky Henderson's four-year-old should have plenty more to offer and he looks the one to beat. Mythical Moon failed to fire at Kempton but he has Brian Hughes taking over the reins, which suggests he could take a big leap forward. Any market confidence behind Walk With Charisma would be interesting.
SHADY WADEY is related to three winners, including a dual bumper scorer, and his stable is adept at readying one first time out, so he's worth taking a chance on. Doctor Kildare is the clear pick of those with experience and Walk With Charisma is another notable newcomer.
Fourth against older horses in a stronger race than this at Newbury in January, DOCTOR KILDARE looks the one to beat here.
Racecard Key
Ths is the racecard key.
Icon
Meaning
TomForm top stats, gold rated
TomForm top stats silver rated
Ran similar race before
S
TomForm fatstest rated speed horse, last time out
T
Top Time speeed rated
Top Racingpost rated
At the races watchout for
At the races top pick
Top rated for thet statistic
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.
About U.K Horse Racing
Horse racing is a popular and historic sport in the UK, with a tradition dating back centuries. It is a multi-billion pound industry that attracts millions of spectators each year and generates significant economic activity.
There are two main types of horse racing in the UK: flat racing and jump racing. Flat racing is run on a level course and is typically shorter in distance, while jump racing involves horses jumping over obstacles and is generally longer in distance. Both types of racing are popular with spectators and bettors, and they take place at various racetracks throughout the country.
The most famous horse racing event in the UK is the Grand National, which is held annually at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool. It is a jump racing event that is known for its challenging course and has become a national institution in the UK. Other notable horse racing events in the UK include the Derby, held at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey, and the Royal Ascot, held at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.
Horse racing in the UK is regulated by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), which sets rules and standards for the industry. It is responsible for the welfare of racehorses and the safety of jockeys and trainers, as well as ensuring fair and transparent racing practices.
In addition to its economic and cultural importance, horse racing in the UK also plays a significant role in the breeding and training of thoroughbred horses. Many of the world's top thoroughbreds are bred and trained in the UK, and the industry plays a vital role in the preservation and promotion of the breed.
Overall, horse racing is an integral part of British culture and a major contributor to the country's economy. It is a thrilling and exciting sport that continues to attract a loyal following and generate significant interest from spectators and bettors around the world.
(2/1 +20%)
(6/5 +31%)
(5/1 +17%)
(13/2 +19%)
(80/1 -142%)
(100/1 -400%)
(66/1 -164%)
(9/4 +0%)
(4/1 +33%)
(9/1 -64%)
(3/1 +63%)
(4/1 -129%)
(14/1 +30%)
(66/1 -100%)
(80/1 +20%)
(150/1 -127%)
(11/5 +63%)
(14/1 +13%)
(7/4 +0%)
(15/2 -173%)
(9/2 +0%)
(20/1 -167%)
(33/1 -65%)
(6/1 +14%)
(7/2 -27%)
(4/1 -60%)
(8/1 -33%)
(9/2 +63%)
(8/1 +43%)
(13/2 +19%)
(40/1 -300%)
(40/1 -150%)
(10/11 +64%)
(9/2 +0%)
(18/1 -50%)
(11/1 +45%)
(40/1 -21%)
(4/1 +11%)
(80/1 -300%)
(40/1 -150%)
(40/1 -186%)
(22/1 -10%)
(15/2 -25%)
(12/1 +25%)
(9/2 +25%)
(7/4 +42%)
(10/1 +80%)
(7/1 +13%)
(14/1 +58%)
(33/1 +0%)
(20/1 -43%)
(9/1 +25%)
(50/1 -52%)
(6/4 -20%)
(17/2 -42%)
(28/1 +44%)
(33/1 -175%)
(20/1 -150%)
(28/1 +58%)
(18/1 -13%)
(33/1 -32%)
(4/1 +27%)
(25/1 +24%)
(6/1 +25%)
(11/1 +67%)
