14:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 15f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
3	3 (3) (11/8 +8%) Kopek Des Bordes		1.375 11/8(+8%)																															(3) Kopek Des Bordes 11/8, Winner of two G1s including Supreme on this card last year; yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; impressed with jumping when winning a beginners chase chase at Navan by 13l last time; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts on heavy, good to soft; top class leading contender will need to settle better than he has in much stronger contest. Last year's Supreme winner; 1-1 over fences; the one to beat with a clear round.
4	4 (4) (11/8 +21%) Lulamba		1.375 11/8(+21%)																															(4) Lulamba 11/8, Winner of two G1s and went close in Triumph here last year; warmed to jumping task when winning Game Spirit Chase (Grade 2) at Newbury by 6 1/2l last time beating more experienced rivals; Henry VIII (Grade 1) winner previously; effective 2m, acts on any; top class over hurdles and fences; sets the standard on chase form; may improve for bit further in time but will be tough to beat for last year's winning yard if able to lay up early. Unbeaten in chases; follows same path as stablemates Sprinter Sacre and Altior; big chance.
7	7 (7) (11/2 -22%) Kargese		5.5 11/2(-22%)																															(7) Kargese 11/2, Winner of three G1s and took County Hurdle here last year; yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; improved again when second beaten a neck in Irish Arkle Novice Chase (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest rallying gamely having gone off quickly; effective 2m, acts on any; classy hurdler, more to come over fences, worth another go at top level getting weight but hard recent race a slight worry. 2025 County Hurdle winner; just lost out in Irish Arkle after titanic tussle; respected.
6	6 (6) (14/1 +13%) Steel Ally		14 14/1(+13%)																															(6) Steel Ally 14/1, Improved suited by stiff test at the trip when winning Kingmaker Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Warwick by 10l last time; enjoys making it; effective 2m-2m2f, acts on any; looks classy chaser, worth a go at the top level, race could be run to suit this strong stayer. Made it 3-3 over fences with Warwick win; progressive but will need another personal best.
2	2 (2) (20/1 +20%) Jax Junior		20 20/1(+20%)																															(2) Jax Junior 20/1, Did it readily and improved up in trip when winning Pendil Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Kempton by 6 1/2l last time; that looks weak form for the level; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on any; progressing over fences since wind op but looks out of depth here. Fine start to chasing career (3-5); improvement needed but straightforward and jumps well.
1	1 (1) (125/1 -25%) Hansard		125 125/1(-25%)																															(1) Hansard 125/1, Outpaced, rallied, improved when second beaten 7l in Wayward Lad Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Kempton latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft and good; useful handicap hurdler; has beaten very little over fences but more to come; this a big ask. Sole chase win came in an uncompetitive race; bottom of the list on ratings.

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14:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 15f Race Class Flow

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

One of the big Anglo-Irish clashes of the week, with the exciting Lulamba taking on last year's Supreme hero Kopek Des Bordes. The former arrives unbeaten in three starts over fences and has followed the same route Nicky Henderson plotted with Sprinter Sacre (2012) and Altior (2017) by landing the Game Spirit against seasoned chasers en route. However, the five-year-old can take time to warm to his task and there has to be a concern that he might be taken off his feet early doors. Kopek Des Bordes tries to become just the third horse this century to land an Arkle on the back of one outing over fences, having missed key prep runs after impressing at Navan in November. Recent schooling sessions seem to have left his camp very confident he is ready to face a test of this nature, but it wouldn't be a surprise if stable companion KARGESE came out on top. Runner-up in the 2024 Triumph to Majborough, the mare was a comfortable winner of the County Hurdle 12 months ago and all of her best form has come in the spring. She did remarkably well to battle back after a mistake at the last against Romeo Coolio in the Irish Arkle, going down by a neck, and that experience may give her a vital edge.

Despite lacking the chasing experience of his rivals, the classy KOPEK DES BORDES can provide Willie Mullins with yet another Arkle.

14:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 15f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 16f - 22 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
8	8 (8) (9/2 +36%) Manlaga		4.5 9/2(+36%)																															(8) Manlaga 9/2, Ran to form benefitting from drop in class when winning a 4yo hurdle at Haydock by 2 1/4l last time; did well to win off steady pace that day; trainer in form; effective at 1m7f, acts on heavy and soft; very useful juvenile, brings further potential for top yard and mark looks workable. Impressive in how she took care of Pourquoi Pas Papa at Haydock; dangerously unexposed.
11	11 (11) (5/1 +69%) Mustang Du Breuil		5 5/1(+69%)																															(11) Mustang Du Breuil 5/1, 3 1/2l third in Dovecote Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Kempton most recent run where left with too much to do having been hampered by faller; trainer in form; effective 2m2f on heavy and good to soft; joined a top yard from France, potentially very useful for top connections and opening mark looks lenient; big chance if race doesn't come too soon. Third in a Grade 2 only 17 days ago and appeals as one with better days ahead of him.
10	10 (10) (6/1 +57%) Glen To Glen		6 6/1(+57%)																															(10) Glen To Glen 6/1, Yard has won last two runnings of race; improved when winning a maiden hurdle at Cork by a length last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on any; ran well at Royal Ascot in summer, more to come in handicaps over hurdles but mark demands it. Had a break since his maiden win at Cork and stable knows what's required in this race.
7	7 (7) (13/2 +0%) Winston Junior		6.5 13/2(+0%)																															(7) Winston Junior 13/2, Did it comfortably, improved benefitting from being gifted easy lead at start when winning a 4yo hurdle at Ascot by 4l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m; form of debut run franked, more to come judged on useful Flat form, may get bit further so stiff test would suit. Made all at Ascot latest; respected, for all that front-running spells danger in this race.
14	14 (14) (8/1 +27%) Ammes		8 8/1(+27%)																															(14) Ammes 8/1, Forced wide, below form up in class beaten 8l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; in good form prior over hurdles; Listed form franked emphatically; stays 2m, acts on good; consistent in high end handicaps on Flat, useful hurdles recruit could progress now handicapping. Dual hurdle winner and beaten by a Triumph contender last time; had recent AW run.
9	9 (9) (8/1 -45%) Saratoga		8 8/1(-45%)																															(9) Saratoga 8/1, Conceded first run and not given a hard time but improved when second beaten 3/4l in a 4yo hurdle at Naas latest; effective at 2m with cut; yard has won this before; ex-Ballydoyle, open to further improvement over hurdles when ridden more positively in handicaps. Smart Flat horse; improved second at Naas in a race that's been a good guide to this.
4	4 (4) (14/1 +44%) Harwa		14 14/1(+44%)																															(4) Harwa 14/1, Benefitted from strong pace and leaders getting racing early when winning a maiden hurdle at Fairyhouse by 8 1/2l last time; effective 2m, acts on soft; showed useful form in France, strong stayer so this test could suit, mark reasonable and connections have enjoyed success here before. Likely contender for all that the handicapper has factored potential into his initial mark.
3	3 (3) (16/1 -33%) Madness D'elle		16 16/1(-33%)																															(3) Madness D'elle 16/1, Improved for easy win outclassing rivals when winning a maiden hurdle at Gowran Park by 3l last time; effective at 2m, acts on soft and heavy; ex French, progressing for top yard, more to come. Comfortable maiden winner last time and it's hard to identify the ceiling of his ability.
12	12 (12) (16/1 +20%) Pourquoi Pas Papa		16 16/1(+20%)																															(12) Pourquoi Pas Papa 16/1, Improved again benefitting from positive ride, nearly stole it when second beaten 2 1/4l in a 4yo hurdle at Haydock latest; effective around 2m, acts with cut; progressive for top stable after move from France and looks well treated now tackling handicaps. Second to Manlaga at Haydock; 6lb better off with that rival here.
6	6 (6) (16/1 +43%) The Mighty Celt		16 16/1(+43%)																															(6) The Mighty Celt 16/1, Too much to do, needed run after wind op on stable debut 10l third in a 4yo hurdle at Haydock most recent run; second run after wind op; effective 2m-2m2f with cut; very useful in France where highly tried, more to come for top yard with opening mark potentially generous. Eyecatching third to Manlaga on British debut; could easily improve on that form.
20	20 (20) (18/1 +10%) Bibe Mus		18 18/1(+10%)																															(20) Bibe Mus 18/1, Did it comfortably, improved on stable debut landing a handicap by 3l off a 5lb lower mark at Sandown last time; effective at 2m, acts on heavy, yielding; form strong, progressive and well treated if turned out quickly though this is tougher, deserted by Cobden. Picked up a penalty for his win at Sandown on Saturday; did that comfortably.
16	16 (16) (18/1 +28%) Ole Ole		18 18/1(+28%)																															(16) Ole Ole 18/1, Ran to form when second beaten a head in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts with cut; ex French, has joined top yard, likely more to come and should be winning soon. Beginning to look a shade exposed and that never bodes well in this race.
17	17 (17) (18/1 +28%) Quinta Do Lago		18 18/1(+28%)																															(17) Quinta Do Lago 18/1, Rallied, ran to form behind pair of very useful rivals 9 1/4l third in a 4yo hurdle at Fairyhouse most recent run; cheekpieces first time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on any; in form, may get bit further so this stiff test should suit; each way shout. Well held on last two runs but behind smart opposition; Irish trainer always respected.
2	2 (2) (18/1 +36%) Barbizon		18 18/1(+36%)																															(2) Barbizon 18/1, Yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; comfortably held in Gannon's City Juvenile Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown last time; form of debut win boosted; effective 2m, acts on heavy; progressive on Flat, looks useful hurdles recruit for top yard; opening mark fair. Won hurdles debut but reality checks have followed at Graded level.
13	13 (13) (18/1 +55%) Hardy Stuff		18 18/1(+55%)																															(13) Hardy Stuff 18/1, Yard has won 3 of last 10 runnings of race; keen, mistakes, found little up the hill when well beaten in Triumph Trial Juvenile Hurdle (Grade 2) here latest; in good form prior; effective at 2m1f, acts on yielding and soft to heavy; drop in class a plus but mark looks too tough. Leopardstown maiden winner; had excuses when 4-1 for a Grade 2 here on Trials Day.
5	5 (5) (25/1 -39%) Dignam		25 25/1(-39%)																															(5) Dignam 25/1, Outclassed when comfortably held in a Grade 1 hurdle at Auteuil last time; in good form prior; effective 2m-2m2f, acts with cut but suited by good; progressive last summer in weak contests, stable does well in this contest but looks second string. Made hay on good ground last summer; excused French run on heavy going last time.
19	19 (19) (25/1 +11%) Klycot		25 25/1(+11%)																															(19) Klycot 25/1, Improved again for ready win benefitting from drop in class when winning a 4yo hurdle at Wetherby by 12l last time; effective around 2m, acts on heavy and soft; progressive but Grade 2 form had knocks, needs more. Dual hurdle winner but beaten in the tougher assignments he's faced; vulnerable.
22	22 (22) (40/1 -60%) Mino Des Mottes		40 40/1(-60%)																															(22) Mino Des Mottes 40/1, Improved beaten by potentially classy rival when second beaten 2 1/2l in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown latest; effective at 2m on yielding and soft; improvement likely from French bumper winner but mark demands it. French bumper winner; 0-3 over hurdles and already needs further by the looks of it.
1	1 (1) (40/1 -21%) Bertutea		40 40/1(-21%)																															(1) Bertutea 40/1, Pulled up in Gannon's City Juvenile Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest where stopped quickly after bad error; tongue-tie first time; effective at 2m, acts on testing ground; ex French, form of stable debut had knocks, needs more to defy top weight. Maiden winner who cut little ice in a Grade 1 last time; doesn't look a Mullins masterplan.
15	15 (15) (66/1 -32%) Macktoad		66 66/1(-32%)																															(15) Macktoad 66/1, Did not find much after series of errors comfortably held in a 4yo hurdle at Haydock last time; effective 2m, acts on soft; French bumper winner yet to build on promising hurdle debut and has plenty to find with re-opposing rivals. Form has gone backwards since he looked good at Sandown in December.
18	18 (18) (66/1 +18%) Paddockwood		66 66/1(+18%)																															(18) Paddockwood 66/1, Ran to form but well held up in class comfortably held in a Listed hurdle at Cagnes-Sur-Mer last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft; progressive in France where a multiple winner; mark looks fair; not ruled out on stable debut. Flat/hurdle winner in France; this could be a culture shock on his British/handicap debut.
21	21 (21) (80/1 -21%) Bandjo		80 80/1(-21%)																															(21) Bandjo 80/1, Improved though possibly bit flattered comfortably held in a Listed hurdle at Cagnes-Sur-Mer last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on soft; winner in France where showed useful form, this a big ask on stable debut. Ex-French; might be on a tough mark and can find his level further down the line.

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14:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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

SARATOGA has a similar profile to his half-brother Brazil, who beat Gaelic Warrior in the 2022 renewal for Padraig Roche and Mark Walsh, in that he came from Ballydoyle as a smart Flat recruit and has taken well to the jumping game. He made an unbeaten filly pull out all the stops at Naas and this looks to have been a carefully laid-out plan. The JP McManus colours are also carried by Manlaga, who was once prominent in the Triumph Hurdle market and beat Pourquoi Pas Papa and The Mighty Celt at Haydock, although she is now 6lb worse off with both. Jack Kennedy is a fascinating booking for Winston Junior considering Gordon Elliott is doubly represented, while Quinta Do Lago chased home a couple of Willie Mullins' leading Triumph contenders at Fairyhouse. Mullins' chief hope in this contest is probably Madness D'elle.

Saratoga and Glen To Glen are feared but HARDY STUFF had excuses here last time and he might be going under the radar.

14:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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15:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) 25f - 22 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
4	4 (4) (3/1 +25%) Jagwar		3 3/1(+25%)																															(4) Jagwar 3/1, Travelled, out-jumped and out-battled late having looked winner, ran to form beaten a head off a 3lb lower mark here last time; that rise looks lenient; won at this meeting last year; effective 2 1/2m; steadily progressive, leading contender with Walsh taking over though possibly not the most willing in a finish. Won the 2m4f Plate here 12 months ago; this new trip could prompt further improvement.
1	1 (1) (13/2 -8%) Iroko		6.5 13/2(-8%)																															(1) Iroko 13/2, Travelled, did it readily, improved jumping much better when winning a graduation chase at Ascot by 5l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-4m4f, acts on heavy, good to soft; classy, major target likely to be Aintree in spring but has a class edge in this grade off top weight. Won hot, 3-runner graduation chase at Ascot in December; entitled to considerable respect.
14	14 (14) (15/2 +25%) Myretown		7.5 15/2(+25%)																															(14) Myretown 15/2, Won this last year off 15lb lower; pulled up in Grand National Trial Handicap Chase at Haydock latest where didn't stay and let down by jumping; enjoys making it; effective 3m, acts on soft, good to soft; useful staying chaser, probably a bit more to come but jumping issues have crept in. Return to form needed but it's hard to forget his dominant display in this 12 months ago.
16	16 (16) (15/2 +25%) Quebecois		7.5 15/2(+25%)																															(16) Quebecois 15/2, Jumped poorly, outpaced, unsuited by drop in trip when second beaten 17l in a novice chase at Newbury latest; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on soft, good; in form over fences, may have handicap target with promise of more to comer now upped in trip judged on hurdle form. Best performance over hurdles came at 3m; possible improver now back up in trip.
13	13 (13) (15/2 +32%) Hyland		7.5 15/2(+32%)																															(13) Hyland 15/2, Ran to form beaten 1 1/2l off this mark at Ascot last time; cheekpieces first time; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 3m on good; handicapper beginning to relent. 3-5 here and close fourth at Ascot in December when last seen; could be in the mix.
20	20 (20) (11/1 +50%) Knight Of Allen		11 11/1(+50%)																															(20) Knight Of Allen 11/1, Scored by 3/4l off a 5lb lower mark at Newbury three starts back; usually held up; effective 2m-3m, acts on any; progressing over fences, mark looks generous based on novice run here, very interesting back on decent ground despite being out of weights. 4lb wrong but this unexposed 6yo has been showing promise and is not ruled out each-way.
7	7 (7) (12/1 +0%) Johnnywho		12 12/1(+0%)																															(7) Johnnywho 12/1, Every chance, bit below form beaten 9l in Peter Marsh Handicap Chase at Haydock last time; runner up in Kim Muir here last year; had wind op; cheekpieces first time; off a short-break; best at around 3m, acts on any; in form but mark creeping up and becoming frustrating. Below best at Haydock but wind op since and he went very close in last season's Kim Muir.
5	5 (5) (12/1 +25%) Blaze The Way		12 12/1(+25%)																															(5) Blaze The Way 12/1, Landed a Turners Handicap Chase by 5l off a 12lb lower mark here penultimate start; flattened out after bad error, ran to form when comfortably held in Finlay Ford At Naas Novice Chase (Grade 3) last time; wants close to 3m; progressing over fences but mark looks tough. Won in good style here in December and the ground was heavy when well beaten next time.
12	12 (12) (12/1 +64%) Blow Your Wad		12 12/1(+64%)																															(12) Blow Your Wad 12/1, Ran to form beaten 1/2l off this mark at Newbury last time; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on soft, good; not fully exposed for the stable, well treated on Graded novice form, consistent if a touch frustrating. Kept on for close second over 2m4f recently; the step back up in trip could be a firm plus.
2	2 (2) (12/1 -50%) Handstands		12 12/1(-50%)																															(2) Handstands 12/1, Every chance, another weak finish but ran to form 6 1/4l third in the Fleur De Lys Chase at Windsor most recent run; second run after wind op; best at 2 1/2m, suited by some cut; Grade 1 winner as a novice but has probably reached level, not seeing out races even after wind op. 2m4f Grade 1 novice chase win last February; needs something extra on this season's form.
3	3 (3) (16/1 +20%) Resplendent Grey		16 16/1(+20%)																															(3) Resplendent Grey 16/1, Outpaced, unsuited by drop in trip at sharp track when second beaten 4l in the Fleur De Lys Chase at Windsor latest; blinkers first time; effective 2 1/2-3 1/2m, best at staying trips; progressive but handicapper has reacted, needs stiffer track, Bet365 Gold Cup winner is a threat if getting decent test. Won bet365 Gold Cup last April; each-way shout if minimising the mistakes; headgear change.
6	6 (6) (16/1 +20%) Leave Of Absence		16 16/1(+20%)																															(6) Leave Of Absence 16/1, Jumped poorly on ground too testing 17l third in Denman Chase (Grade 2) at Newbury most recent run; enjoys making it; effective 3m, likely get further, needs decent ground; progressive on sound surface but handicapper may have him. Not disgraced in Grade 2 at Newbury latest; not ruled out each-way now back in a handicap.
11	11 (11) (18/1 -13%) Imperial Saint		18 18/1(-13%)																															(11) Imperial Saint 18/1, Returned to form, stamina just held out up in trip when landing a Peter Marsh Handicap Chase by a neck off a 3lb lower mark at Haydock last time; off a short-break; effective 2-3m; generally consistent but big stamina concerns here. Won over 3m1f at Haydock in January and unexposed over staying distances; could go well.
18	18 (18) (20/1 +39%) Patter Merchant		20 20/1(+39%)																															(18) Patter Merchant 20/1, Ran to form when down the field in Handicap Chase at Punchestown most recent in race which developed into a sprint; effective 2 1/2m, best at 3m; generally in good form, mark fair and stable first string on jockey bookings. 7yo who is lightly raced over fences and from a top Irish yard but needs to raise his game.
8	8 (8) (22/1 -57%) Konfusion		22 22/1(-57%)																															(8) Konfusion 22/1, Scored by 7l off a 9lb lower mark at Wetherby penultimate start; that form had knocks; ran to form off revised mark third beaten 2 1/4l off 145 last time, same mark here; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2-3m; progressive as a stayer and dangerous if allowed to dictate. Thrived towards end of 2025; good third most recently; further improvement not ruled out.
17	17 (17) (22/1 -10%) The Short Go		22 22/1(-10%)																															(17) The Short Go 22/1, Ran to form 5 1/4l third in Turners Handicap Chase here most recent run; off a short-break; effective 3m, acts on good to soft and good; in fair form but mark looks about right. Twice made the frame here towards the end of last year and he's an each-way candidate.
15	15 (15) (33/1 -32%) The Doyen Chief		33 33/1(-32%)																															(15) The Doyen Chief 33/1, Scored by a neck off a 4lb lower mark at Kempton penultimate start; ran to form at favoured venue second beaten 2l off 139 last time behind well backed rival, 3lb higher here; effective 3m, acts on soft, good; progressive but does nothing in front, mark continues to creep up. Two big runs at Kempton this year but he may prove vulnerable up the Cheltenham hill.
9	9 (9) (33/1 +18%) Search For Glory		33 33/1(+18%)																															(9) Search For Glory 33/1, Pulled up in Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest where race came too soon; form in and out; effective 2 1/2-3m; fair mark on novice form but risky. Below par last time but each-way claims on earlier form, provided he finds some fluency.
19	19 (19) (33/1 +59%) Filanderer		33 33/1(+59%)																															(19) Filanderer 33/1, Travelled, fine ride alive to strong early pace which collapsed taking a pull landing a Veterans' Handicap Chase by 11l off a 8lb lower mark at Market Rasen last time; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on any; progressive but this asks too much and big stamina worries. Stamina untested but form of latest, easy win in veterans' chase is working out very well.
22	22 (22) (50/1 +38%) Eyed		50 50/1(+38%)																															(22) Eyed 50/1, Poorly placed to challenge, flattened out late on ground softer than ideal when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Ascot last time; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2-3m, suited by decent ground; mark stiff. 3 wins last season; didn't run badly at Ascot last time but 9lb out of the handicap today.
21	21 (21) (66/1 -32%) Margaret's Legacy		66 66/1(-32%)																															(21) Margaret's Legacy 66/1, Every chance, little bit below form up in trip when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Windsor last time; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good to soft; may need to come down a few lbs. Second at Bangor in November on reappearance but two underwhelming runs have followed.
10	10 (10) (80/1 +36%) Stolen Silver		80 80/1(+36%)																															(10) Stolen Silver 80/1, Outpaced and outclassed 63l third in Premier Chase (Listed) at Kelso most recent run; effective 2 1/2-3m; needs to prove ability remains following lay off and can only be watched. Course winner who is well treated on his form in 2023 but this 11yo has struggled since.

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15:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) 25f Race Class Flow

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

Iroko, a previous Festival winner, finished fourth in last season's Grand National and all roads lead towards Aintree once again. The form of his Ascot victory just before Christmas has worked out nicely, with runner-up Firefox not far off the principals in the Irish Gold Cup, and he is expected to be right in the mix, despite carrying top weight. Jagwar needs to finish in the first four if connections want him to join his stable companion in Liverpool next month and there is definitely hope that the step up in trip can bring about improvement. Last year's winner Myretown hasn't kicked on as expected and his stamina limitations were on display in Haydock's Grand National Trial, while his jumping has left a lot to be desired at times. Leave Of Absence went close to winning a big handicap at Ascot just before Christmas but the vote goes to HYLAND, who finished fourth there after a crucial mistake two out. Unlucky in the Coral Gold Cup when hampered by the fall of Myretown, he remains capable of landing a prize off his current mark and it is notable that connections reach for first-time cheekpieces.

The step up in trip could be just what Jagwar needs but today's trip could also prove ideal for BLOW YOUR WAD (nap).

15:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) 25f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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16:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
9	9 (9) (6/4 +33%) Lossiemouth		1.5 6/4(+33%)																															(9) Lossiemouth 6/4, Never looked happy in deep ground when second beaten 3 1/4l in Irish Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest; trainer in form; effective 2-2 1/2m, possibly best at 2 1/2m, acts on any but suited by decent ground; has won here 3 years in a row; top class 9 time Grade 1 winner and as good as ever, should remain competitive at top level. Prolific and very talented mare; record of 4-4 at Cheltenham includes three Festival wins.
4	4 (4) (11/4 -22%) The New Lion		2.75 11/4(-22%)																															(4) The New Lion 11/4, Winner of two G1s as a novice including Turners here; may have won Fighting Fifth but for falling on reappearance; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on soft, good to soft; top prospect, may ideally want bit further but 2m at championship pace will suit better than recently, bit more needed to land this but it isn't the strongest renewal. Won the Turners last year and Cheltenham Grade 2 latest start; unbeaten in completed runs.
7	7 (7) (9/2 +10%) Brighterdaysahead		4.5 9/2(+10%)																															(7) Brighterdaysahead 9/2, Winner of four G1s; ran to form suited by the easy ground when winning Irish Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown by 3 1/4l last time defeating Lossiemouth; effective 2m, acts on any but suited by cut; top class at best, not always the most reliable. Leading player provided the form of her Irish Champion win is transferred to Cheltenham.
8	8 (8) (11/1 -57%) Golden Ace		11 11/1(-57%)																															(8) Golden Ace 11/1, Winner of two G1s though fortunate to win both including this last year; ran right up to best when second beaten 6l in Christmas Hurdle (Grade 1) at Kempton latest; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft but suited by good; loves this venue and usually runs her race but will likely need another career best. Fortuitous winner of this race last year; may require further luck to retain her crown.
3	3 (3) (14/1 +13%) Poniros		14 14/1(+13%)																															(3) Poniros 14/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; Triumph (Grade 1) winner at this meeting last year; improved ridden to pick up the pieces on return from lay off when 14l third in Irish Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown most recent run; trainer in form; effective 2m, acts on heavy and good to soft; unexposed in open company, could build on latest if ridden more positively; interesting contender. Landed the Triumph last year on hurdles debut; open to further improvement back here.
1	1 (1) (16/1 +11%) Alexei		16 16/1(+11%)																															(1) Alexei 16/1, Ran to form workmanlike in testing conditions when winning Kingwell Hurdle (Grade 2) at Wincanton by 1 1/4l last time; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on soft and good to firm; highly progressive but likely vulnerable at top level. Impressive in major handicap over C&D in November; won the Kingwell last time; progressive.
5	5 (5) (25/1 -14%) Tutti Quanti		25 25/1(-14%)																															(5) Tutti Quanti 25/1, Did it easily and improved handling the testing ground when winning William Hill Handicap Hurdle at Newbury by 15l last time; well held in Supreme here last year; effective 2m, likely get further, may need some cut; progressive handicapper looks ready for step back up in class but this a big ask. Improving; thoroughly dominant off top weight in major handicap at Newbury last time.
2	2 (2) (28/1 -40%) Anzadam		28 28/1(-40%)																															(2) Anzadam 28/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; settled better when fourth beaten 15l in Irish Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest; trainer in form; effective at 2m acts on heavy, good to soft; consistent, very useful hurdler, could find weak Grade 1 but plenty of work to do to reverse form with re-opposing rivals here. Has lost his unbeaten record since upped to Grade 1 level but a bigger effort is possible.
6	6 (6) (66/1 +18%) Workahead		66 66/1(+18%)																															(6) Workahead 66/1, Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; improved allowed easy lead but limitations exposed when second beaten 1 1/2l in Red Mills Trial Hurdle (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest; effective 2m, acts on heavy and yielding; maiden form franked, more to come this term but well held in Supreme here last year and looks out of depth. Grade 3 runner-up last time; faces stiffer task and competition for the lead in this field.

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16:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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

It's hard to ignore the claims of last year's Turners winner THE NEW LION, who has been targeted at this ever since. He was still in command when falling at the second-last in the Fighting Fifth, with 2025 Champion Hurdle heroine Golden Ace once again the beneficiary of the contest falling apart. That was The New Lion's sole defeat in an otherwise impressive career and after he got back on track with a workmanlike display in the International here, there is a suspicion that untapped potential could be unlocked in Dan Skelton's charge. Brighterdaysahead turned the tables on her Christmas conqueror Lossiemouth in the Irish Champion Hurdle at Leopardstown but the application of first-time cheekpieces, along with the return to better ground, may work in the favour of Willie Mullins' mare. Those two are the obvious dangers, although Greatwood/Kingwell victor Alexei is working his way through the ranks and is well worth his place at this level.

The New Lion is still promising, while the mares are strongly represented, but PONIROS looks a plausible alternative.

16:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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16:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 20f - 23 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
9	9 (9) (7/2 +13%) Madara		3.5 7/2(+13%)																															(9) Madara 7/2, Outpaced, too much to do under negative ride when second beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap chase at Kempton latest; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good; back in form, likely has had this as spring target for a while. Has strong 2m4f course form off this mark; retains ability since absence; rock-solid.
17	17 (17) (9/2 -13%) Mclaurey		4.5 9/2(-13%)																															(17) Mclaurey 9/2, Ran to form, looked in need of stiffer test when fourth beaten 6 1/2l in a novice chase at Down Royal latest; effective 2-2 3/4m; progressive hurdler last term, more to come over fences over this bit further back on better ground. Won valuable handicap hurdle last February; has chase potential and this trip should suit.
2	2 (2) (7/1 +42%) Down Memory Lane		7 7/1(+42%)																															(2) Down Memory Lane 7/1, Made a winning reappearance when landing the Foxrock Handicap Chase (Listed) by 1 1/2l off a 8lb lower mark at Navan last time; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft, yielding; talented, fair mark on Graded novice form but jumping can be an issue. Has impressed in two chase wins (2m1f and 2m4f) and best days still to come; respected.
6	6 (6) (7/1 +42%) Downmexicoway		7 7/1(+42%)																															(6) Downmexicoway 7/1, Landed a handicap by 3l off a 11lb lower mark at Gowran Park penultimate start; outclassed at top level last time where unable to go strong gallop; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on any; progressing over fences, slightly longer trip will help, looks a big player. Won 2-4 over fences and had no realistic chance in a Grade 1 latest; scope to do better.
15	15 (15) (15/2 +46%) Zurich		7.5 15/2(+46%)																															(15) Zurich 15/2, Outpaced, ran to form beaten 4l off a 3lb lower mark at Doncaster last time; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; progressing over fences; C&D winner; form franked but looks stable second string on jockey bookings. Progressive since back from a break; 9lb higher than for October win but may improve again.
12	12 (12) (9/1 +10%) Will The Wise		9 9/1(+10%)																															(12) Will The Wise 9/1, Travelled, didn't find as much as looked likely when down the field in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) at Leopardstown most recent; in good form prior; tongue-tie first time; effective 2m2f-3m, acts on yielding and heavy; in form over fences but improvement required to defy this mark. Ran well in 3m Pertemps hurdle last March; solid chase form at 2m2f-3m since; tongue tied.
10	10 (10) (9/1 +36%) Booster Bob		9 9/1(+36%)																															(10) Booster Bob 9/1, Travelled, did not find much up the hill, ran to form when comfortably held in Betfair Exchange Handicap Chase here last time; in good form prior; effective 2-2 3/4m, acts on heavy, good to soft; progressive until latest, handicapper may have caught up. Improved show with 2m6f win at Newbury; up 9lb and lesser run since; might do better here.
3	3 (3) (14/1 +0%) No Questions Asked		14 14/1(+0%)																															(3) No Questions Asked 14/1, Landed a handicap by 4l off a 13lb lower mark at Ascot in November; Grade 2 winner last time aided by leaders getting racing early, fair mark on that; off a short-break; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; threat if stamina holds up. Hurdle wins at up to 2m1f; 2-4 over fences (2m3f/2m); this stiff finish asks a question.
16	16 (16) (14/1 +22%) Jipcot		14 14/1(+22%)																															(16) Jipcot 14/1, Scored by 10l off a 8lb lower mark at Leicester penultimate start; didn't find much having travelled strongly, possibly challenged a bit early fourth beaten 18l off 133 last time, same mark here; effective 2-3m, acts on soft, good to soft; drop in trip could suit but mark demands more. Good 2m6f win at Leicester but held off 8lb higher at Ascot since; this race looks tough.
7	7 (7) (18/1 -13%) O'moore Park		18 18/1(-13%)																															(7) O'moore Park 18/1, Made too much use of when down the field in Leopardstown Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Leopardstown most recent; trainer in form; effective 2 1/2-2 3/4m, acts on any but probably best on decent ground; inconsistent, mark looks about his level. 0-10 in chases but two cracking runs here (about 2m4f) last spring; a possible reviver.
11	11 (11) (22/1 -22%) Peaky Boy		22 22/1(-22%)																															(11) Peaky Boy 22/1, Fell in a handicap chase at Newcastle latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on any; all hurdles and chase wins have come here; unexposed but mark demands more and may just need this. Lots of ability and has strong course form; soundly beaten, then fell, in 2 runs for yard.
8	8 (8) (22/1 +12%) Guard Your Dreams		22 22/1(+12%)																															(8) Guard Your Dreams 22/1, Suited by aggressive ride at sharp track when landing a Veterans' Handicap Chase by 13l off a 8lb lower mark at Warwick last time; effective 3m, acts with cut but best on decent ground; former Grade 2 winner, well treated on old hurdles form but unreliable. Acts well here but on highest-ever chase mark following a Warwick win last month.
14	14 (14) (22/1 +45%) Midnight It Is		22 22/1(+45%)																															(14) Midnight It Is 22/1, Below form up in class when well beaten in Dan & Joan Moore Memorial Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Fairyhouse latest; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on yielding, soft; mark stiff enough. Close 3rd in Grand Annual (2m) last year; well held since but some late support for him.
1	1 (1) (28/1 -27%) Dee Capo		28 28/1(-27%)																															(1) Dee Capo 28/1, Improved again up in trip benefitting from pace collapse when fourth beaten 5l in Leopardstown Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Leopardstown latest; effective 2 1/2m, acts on any, needs to go right handed so may struggle here; inconsistent but talented. Well held here last March; improved at 2m5f this winter but more needed than latest 4th.
13	13 (13) (33/1 +18%) Riskintheground		33 33/1(+18%)																															(13) Riskintheground 33/1, Never threatened when down the field in a handicap chase at Kempton most recent; effective 2 1/2m, acts on good to soft, good; handicapper beginning to relent. Has run some of his better races here, including 2m4f win last April; struggling of late.
18	18 (18) (40/1 -21%) Theatre Native		40 40/1(-21%)																															(18) Theatre Native 40/1, Travelled, probably challenged too soon off strong pace when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Leopardstown last time; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on any; inconsistent. Best on good ground, when 2m4f winner here last April; something to find on recent runs.
4	4 (4) (40/1 +20%) Jungle Boogie		40 40/1(+20%)																															(4) Jungle Boogie 40/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Ascot latest having gone off too quickly; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-2m6f, acts on heavy, good to soft; ex-Henry de Bromhead, remains lightly raced for his age, formerly very useful but needs to prove ability remains after lay off. Talented but delicate; soundly beaten and pulled up in his two runs for this yard.
19	19 (19) (40/1 +20%) Western Zephyr		40 40/1(+20%)																															(19) Western Zephyr 40/1, Returned to form down in trip back from break when beaten 3 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Haydock last time; cheekpieces first time; best around 2m on a sound surface, just about gets sharp 2 1/2m; should come on for latest but unreliable. Has course form at 2m; creditable start for new yard but set a very different task here.
5	5 (5) (50/1 -25%) Boombawn		50 50/1(-25%)																															(5) Boombawn 50/1, Never in the race, may not have stayed when down the field in Ladbrokes Trophy Handicap Chase over 3m at Kempton most recent; usually held up; best at 2 1/2m on good; generally consistent until latest but poor strike rate and enthusiasm concerns. Has hurdle form here but 2-15 over fences and races mostly on sharp tracks; up against it.
20	20 (20) (50/1 0%) Grandeur D'ame		50 50/1(0%)																															(20) Grandeur D'ame 50/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase at Warwick latest where held every chance; effective 2 1/2m, acts on any; likes the track but unreliable. Well treated on pick of course form; these very competitive races tend to be beyond him.
22	22 (22) (50/1 +24%) Moon D'orange		50 50/1(+24%)																															(22) Moon D'orange 50/1, Never threatened after series of errors when down the field in QuinnBet Handicap Chase (Listed) at Leopardstown most recent; visor first time; effective 2 1/2m; handicapper relenting and has run well here before. Won 2m4f chase here last January but pulled up at the Festival and below best since.
23	23 (23) (66/1 +18%) Yes Indeed		66 66/1(+18%)																															(23) Yes Indeed 66/1, Needed run but ran to form when fourth beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap chase at Kempton latest; effective 2-3m; sound surface suits; back in form but looks vulnerable in this class. 2m/2m1f wins last spring; just 3 runs since; much more is needed than Kempton 4th latest.
21	21 (21) (100/1 +33%) Embittered		100 100/1(+33%)																															(21) Embittered 100/1, Poor chase return when well beaten in a handicap chase at Exeter latest; blinkers first time; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on any; inconsistent veteran, not the force of old and vulnerable at this level. Four chase wins at up to 2m4f but out of sorts since August, including for new yard latest.

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16:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 20f Race Class Flow

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

MADARA spent more than a year on the sidelines and after blowing away the cobwebs at Wetherby over Christmas, he took a step forward to claim the silver medal at Kempton. He goes well at Cheltenham and can capitalise on competing off the same mark as when runner-up in the 2024 December Gold Cup here. McLaurey was a bitter disappointment in last year's County Hurdle, but he returns having been brought along patiently over fences and he could be nicely treated. Down Memory Lane has been off since landing a competitive handicap at Navan, and Will The Wise has also been freshened up after coming up short in the Paddy Power at Leopardstown. Classy novice No Questions Asked has to be taken seriously too.

Madara has a very solid chance but DOWN MEMORY LANE has impressed in both his chase wins and could be destined for better things.

16:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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17:20 Cheltenham (Class 2) 29f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
5	5 (5) (4/1 +80%) Kurasso Blue		4 4/1(+80%)																															(5) Kurasso Blue 4/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; improved again when second beaten 3l in a novice chase at Naas latest; that form boosted; off a short-break; effective 2-3m, acts on heavy, yielding. progressing over fences for top connections but handicapper has taken no chances. Handicap debutant who is just a 5yo; promising runs at 2m7f and near 3m1f last two starts.
11	11 (11) (5/1 +55%) Iceberg Theory		5 5/1(+55%)																															(11) Iceberg Theory 5/1, Improved back from a break landing a handicap by 6 1/2l off a 13lb lower mark at Cork last time; returning from a break; effective 2m4f-3m, acts well on soft, good; more to come over fences. Chase career began with a strong finish over an extended 3m1f; wins over shorter since.
9	9 (9) (5/1 -25%) Backmersackme		5 5/1(-25%)																															(9) Backmersackme 5/1, Idled in front when landing a Leopardstown Handicap Chase (Grade 3) by a length off a 10lb lower mark at Leopardstown last time; effective 2m5f-3m1f, acts on soft and good; progressive, more to come now jumping has improved, has shaped as if marathon trips could suit. His breakthrough win was over an extended 2m5f but a Cheltenham 3m1f display augurs well.
12	12 (12) (5/1 +17%) Newton Tornado		5 5/1(+17%)																															(12) Newton Tornado 5/1, Yard won this last year; beat a couple of next time out winners when landing a handicap by 6 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Doncaster last time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any; progressive, more to come over fences now jumping has improved. A prime candidate, for last year's winning trainer, if the jumping mistakes can be avoided.
4	4 (4) (8/1 +20%) One Big Bang		8 8/1(+20%)																															(4) One Big Bang 8/1, Mistakes, outpaced, unsuited by drop in trip 5 1/4l third in a novice chase at Doncaster most recent run where not knocked about; effective 3m, acts on any; consistent, unexposed over fences, needs this step up in trip. Ran well here when he had no answer to Wade Out late on in November (3m1f, soft).
1	1 (1) (9/1 -20%) Wade Out		9 9/1(-20%)																															(1) Wade Out 9/1, Never jumped or travelled, didn't enjoy track, ran to form when fourth beaten 12l in Hampton Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Windsor latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on soft, good; more to come over fences as a stayer on stiffer track but this a big ask off top weight. Could still have more to give, including with this stamina test and first-time headgear.
3	3 (3) (14/1 -17%) King Of Answers		14 14/1(-17%)																															(3) King Of Answers 14/1, Jumped boldly under a positive ride in first time cheekpieces landing a Handicap Chase by 8 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark at Kelso last time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on soft, good; more to come over fences now tackling marathon trips for in form stable. Up 10lb but now looks a prime candidate for serious stamina tests such as this if he jumps.
10	10 (10) (14/1 +13%) Holloway Queen		14 14/1(+13%)																															(10) Holloway Queen 14/1, Went clear easily and improved up in trip on testing ground jumping much better landing a handicap by 14l off a 10lb lower mark at Newbury last time; trainer in form; effective 2m2f-2m7f, acts with cut; progressive, unexposed as a stayer but could do with some rain. Impressive last time but a move away from such testing ground looks the chief worry.
8	8 (8) (16/1 -14%) Grand Geste		16 16/1(-14%)																															(8) Grand Geste 16/1, Improved again up in trip on quick return, well placed in race dominated from front when landing a Grand National Trial Handicap Chase by 2l off a 6lb lower mark at Haydock last time; effective 2m4f-3m2f, acts on soft, good; progressing over fences and not ruled out. Won the Grand National Trial at Haydock (extended 3m4f, good to soft) last time; up 6lb.
15	15 (15) (16/1 -14%) Walking On Air		16 16/1(-14%)																															(15) Walking On Air 16/1, Returned to form up in trip in first time cheekpieces 4 1/2l third in Great Yorkshire Chase at Doncaster most recent run; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on soft, good to soft; once looked promising including when an unlucky loser in a Pertemps, fair mark but unreliable. Sparked once last term; much more like it on latest start (3m) but stamina is big question.
2	2 (2) (18/1 -13%) Pic Roc		18 18/1(-13%)																															(2) Pic Roc 18/1, Back to form under a positive ride when landing a Masters Handicap Chase by 13l off a 7lb lower mark at Sandown last time; effective 2 1/2-3m; inconsistent, jumping issues and enthusiasm issues but capable off rating. Sandown latest (3m, soft; won well from the front) confirmed he's got his act together.
6	6 (6) (20/1 +20%) Will Do		20 20/1(+20%)																															(6) Will Do 20/1, Yard has won 2 of last 10 runnings of race; pulled up in Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest; effective 3-3 3/4m, acts on any; placed in this last year; maiden over fences, often throws it away, enthusiasm concerns. 0-13 chasing; third in this last year off 5lb lower; beaten a neck over 3m6f in November.
7	7 (7) (28/1 -75%) Guard The Moon		28 28/1(-75%)																															(7) Guard The Moon 28/1, Improved up in trip in first time cheekpieces jumping much better landing a handicap by 3 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Windsor last time; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on any; may have more to offer over fences but mark demands it. 2-3 as chaser; shaped latest (3m, soft; first cheekpieces) as if stamina was a strong suit.
14	14 (14) (28/1 +0%) Union Station		28 28/1(+0%)																															(14) Union Station 28/1, Unseated in a beginners chase chase at Fairyhouse latest when beaten unsuited by the drop in trip; off a short-break; suited by 3m+; consistent but frustrating, often out-battled, maiden for a reason. Maiden; 0-8 in chases; runner-up in a 3m4f Dublin National but needs a big career best.
16	16 (16) (28/1 +15%) Silver Thorn		28 28/1(+15%)																															(16) Silver Thorn 28/1, Scored by 2l off a 3lb lower mark at Exeter penultimate start; taken on up front and made too much use of fourth beaten 26l off 125 last time, 1lb lower here; effective at around 3m, acts on heavy, good to soft; progressive over fences until latest. Competitive mark if bouncing back from latest start but going beyond 3m is something new.
13	13 (13) (33/1 -65%) First Confession		33 33/1(-65%)																															(13) First Confession 33/1, Went clear cosily, improved down in trip under positive ride at stiff track when winning a beginners chase chase at Carlisle by 10l last time; effective 2 1/2m, acts on good to soft, good; inconsistent and stamina concerns up in trip. Work to do on a few counts, including after he didn't jump well here in December.
17	17 (17) (33/1 +18%) Holokea		33 33/1(+18%)																															(17) Holokea 33/1, Pulled up in Grand National Trial Handicap Chase at Haydock latest; effective up to 3m2f, acts on soft, good; progressive staying chaser until latest, further the better, needs drop in class and likely to struggle here. Second over an extended 3m4f; progressive until he ran poorly at Haydock on latest outing.

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17:20 Cheltenham (Class 2) 29f Race Class Flow

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

Backmersackme caught the eye when runner-up here in October and came good when landing a valuable prize at the Dublin Racing Festival. This appears to have been the long-term plan, although the extra distance isn't guaranteed to suit. Newton Tornado booked his place with an impressive victory at Doncaster in January and is capable of further progression after a 6lb rise. Wade Out sports first-time cheekpieces, which will need to assist Sean Bowen, but he is respected up in trip, while Holloway Queen would be a massive player if replicating her impressive Newbury success. Paul Nolan is no stranger to lining one up for this meeting and ICEBERG THEORY makes plenty of appeal. The seven-year-old won a handicap in fine style at Cork in November and shapes as though a staying test will bring out the very best in him.

The choice of this race for BACKMERSACKME demands a lot of respect and he gets the vote ahead of King Of Answers.

17:20 Cheltenham (Class 2) 29f 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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