Goodwood Races & Results Tomform Friday 20th May 2022

There were 51 Races on Friday 20th May 2022 across 7 meetings. There was 7 races at Goodwood, 8 races at Bath, 8 races at Curragh, 7 races at Haydock, 7 races at Downpatrick, 7 races at Worcester, 7 races at Catterick, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Friday 20th May 2022

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

13:00 Goodwood Stakes (Class 4) 6f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(4) Commission (100/1 -150%)
Commission

100/1(-150%)
(4) Commission 100/1, Foaled April 10. 16,000 gns yearling. Half-brother to winner up to 17f Flint Hill and 5f winner Khairan. Dam, 1¾m winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Above N Beyond. Likely to need more time and distance.
1
1st (12) Royal Scotsman (3.33/1 +39%)
Royal Scotsman

3.33/1(+39%)
(12) Royal Scotsman 3.33/1, Bred to be useful and encouraging start to his career when fourth in what had the look of a decent Ascot novice (5f, good to firm) earlier this month. Open to improvement now upped to 6f and he merits respect.
2
2nd (3) Bluelight Bay (12/1 +33%)
Bluelight Bay

12/1(+33%)
(3) Bluelight Bay 12/1, Foaled May 8. Price rose to 82,000 gns as a yearling (€40,000 foal) and he's out of a 1¼m-1½m winner who stayed 16.5f, herself a half-sister to useful winner up to 7f Air Raid. Market should point the way.
3
3rd (10) Mischief Magic (4.5/1 -176%)
Mischief Magic

4.5/1(-176%)
(10) Mischief Magic 4.5/1, Foaled February 7. Brother to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 5f/6f winner Sound And Silence and 2-y-o 7f winner Silent Bullet, both useful. Stable used this race as the launchpad for Derby winner Masar in 2017 and he's every inch a likely-looking type.
4
4th (13) Show Respect (40/1 +20%)
Show Respect

40/1(+20%)
(13) Show Respect 40/1, Foaled March 15. €50,000 foal, 55,000 gns yearling. Half-brother to several winners, including smart winner up to 9f Doctor Geoff and 2-y-o 6.5f winner With Respect. Yard's newcomers tend to come on for a run.
5th
5th (7) Galeron (16/1 +60%)
Galeron

16/1(+60%)
(7) Galeron 16/1, Foaled March 2. €45,000 half-brother to several winners, including useful 1¼m-1½m winner Goldenfield and 2-y-o 1m winner Bleeding Hearts. Dam unraced. Like the majority of 2-y-os from his yard, he'll probably come on for the run.
6th
6th (1) Kaasib (2.75/1 -10%)
Kaasib

2.75/1(-10%)
(1) Kaasib 2.75/1, Went close on debut at Windsor and subsequently landed the odds in a 5f Salisbury novice, form which was boosted when the second scored at Chester next time. Will appreciate this step up to 6f and he's the one to beat.
7th
7th (2) Alif Power (10/1 -11%)
Alif Power

10/1(-11%)
(2) Alif Power 10/1, Foaled March 1. 130,000 gns half-brother to 3 winners, including smart 1m winner Queen of Love and useful 2-y-o 7f winner Dark Liberty. Lots to like on paper and he needs close attention in the betting.
8th
8th (5) Dayyan (14/1 +0%)
Dayyan

14/1(+0%)
(5) Dayyan 14/1, Plenty of speed in his pedigree, but hasn't threatened in two starts over 5f at Ascot and sizeable step forward needed if he's to emerge on top here. Yard also represented by Indian Renegade.
9th
9th (8) Indian Renegade (8/1 +43%)
Indian Renegade

8/1(+43%)
(8) Indian Renegade 8/1, Foaled March 3. £70,000 yearling. Half-brother to numerous winners, including winner up to 1m Brian Epstein and useful 9f/1¼m winner Falkirk. Dam 5f/6f winner (including at 2 yrs). Watch the betting for clues.
10th
10th (11) Monopolise (16/1 +60%)
Monopolise

16/1(+60%)
(11) Monopolise 16/1, Foaled April 30. Dam, 7f/1m winner, half-sister to winner up to 1m (stayed 1¼m) Chef and winner up to 9f Muchly (both useful) out of useful 2-y-o 6f winner Ego. The betting should guide as to expectations surrounding this colt.
11th
11th (6) Fumbleinthejungle (150/1 -127%)
Fumbleinthejungle

150/1(-127%)
(6) Fumbleinthejungle 150/1, Never in the hunt on his recent introduction at Bath and he's probably more one for the longer-term.
LTO Selection:

13:00 Goodwood Stakes (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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13:35 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Lawful Command (4.5/1 +25%)
Lawful Command

4.5/1(+25%)
(5) Lawful Command 4.5/1, Bagged a couple of nurseries last season and raised his game when edging out Wodeton in a C&D handicap on return three weeks ago. 3 lb rise fair enough and should give another good account.
2
2nd (1) Spinaround (4.5/1 -125%)
Spinaround

4.5/1(-125%)
(1) Spinaround 4.5/1, Newmarket maiden winner at 2 yrs and promising start to this season when going close in first-time cheekpieces (retained here) at Wolverhampton (8.6f). 2 lb rise fair and likely to make a bold bid to go one better.
3
3rd (2) Rousay (20/1 -43%)
Rousay

20/1(-43%)
(2) Rousay 20/1, Landed a Chelmsford novice on the second of his three starts as a juvenile, and didn't do much wrong when runner-up on return/handicap bow at Salisbury (7f, good to firm). However, more will be needed back up in trip off this 3 lb higher mark.
4
4th (3) Nuvolari (16/1 +0%)
Nuvolari

16/1(+0%)
(3) Nuvolari 16/1, Winning debut at Epsom in September, but hasn't managed to build on that in two subsequent appearances and will need to improve a notch or two in order to play a leading role here.
5th
5th (6) Wodeton (3/1 +25%)
Wodeton

3/1(+25%)
(6) Wodeton 3/1, Yet to get his head in front, but it's surely a matter of time before he puts that right judged on his narrow defeat at the hands of the re-opposing Lawful Command over C&D last month. Big player with up-and-coming apprentice Harry Davies booked.
6th
6th (9) Ascending (6.5/1 +35%)
Ascending

6.5/1(+35%)
(9) Ascending 6.5/1, Fair form in four starts as a 2-y-o in maiden/novice company. Gelded during the winter and there may well be mileage in this mark now handicapping, but others make more appeal all the same.
7th
7th (8) Secret Army (9/1 +0%)
Secret Army

9/1(+0%)
(8) Secret Army 9/1, Placed in a Kempton novice late last year and again in the money when third in a 7f Chelmsford maiden on his seasonal reappearance. Appeals as the type do better now that he ventures down the handicap route.
8th
8th (10) Pangloss (12/1 -20%)
Pangloss

12/1(-20%)
(10) Pangloss 12/1, Has duly left his 2-y-o form well behind switched to handicaps this season, off the mark in decisive fashion at Wolverhampton (8.6f) last time. This is more demanding up 5 lb, but he could have more to offer.
9th
9th (11) Stockpyle (14/1 +0%)
Stockpyle

14/1(+0%)
(11) Stockpyle 14/1, Placed in Wolverhampton maidens late last year, but he was below par when returning to action at Salisbury (7f, good to firm) and it'll be surprising if he proves good enough to make a winning handicap debut.
10th
10th (7) Brilliant Blue (28/1 -56%)
Brilliant Blue

28/1(-56%)
(7) Brilliant Blue 28/1, Displayed a fair level of ability when placed in a couple of 7f novice events last season, but he struggled in a Kempton maiden on final start of 2021 and significant step forward required now handicapping.
10th
10th (4) Rawyaan (33/1 -65%)
Rawyaan

33/1(-65%)
(4) Rawyaan 33/1, Successful on two of his four starts for Marcus Tregoning last season, but safely held in a Newbury minor event when last seen in September (gelded since) and probably best watched now pitched into a handicap for new yard.
LTO Selection:

13:35 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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14:10 Goodwood Listed (Class 1) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (9) Sea Silk Road (1.1/1 +37%)
Sea Silk Road

1.1/1(+37%)
(9) Sea Silk Road 1.1/1, Sea The Stars filly who stepped up considerably on her debut sixth when landing 1m Nottingham maiden 14 days ago with plenty in hand. Bred to be suited by 10f. Very much one to consider.
2
2nd (3) Eternal Pearl (5.5/1 -10%)
Eternal Pearl

5.5/1(-10%)
(3) Eternal Pearl 5.5/1, Frankel filly who made a promising start when fourth of 6 in minor event at Ascot (8f) 23 days ago, running green and nearest finish. Sure to build on that now up in trip. Interesting.
3
3rd (11) Viareggio (18/1 -13%)
Viareggio

18/1(-13%)
(11) Viareggio 18/1, Fairly useful 7f/1m winner as a juvenile who wasn't disgraced on her return when eighth of 11 in 1000 Guineas Trial (100/1) at Leopardstown (7f) 29 days ago. Irish challenger can't be dismissed stepped up in trip.
4
4th (7) Ottilien (8.5/1 -6%)
Ottilien

8.5/1(-6%)
(7) Ottilien 8.5/1, Improving Holy Roman Emperor filly who bids for a hat-trick after bagging 10f novices at Saint-Cloud and Chantilly. Should have more to offer, and not to be underestimated.
5th
5th (2) Emotion (3.33/1 -48%)
Emotion

3.33/1(-48%)
(2) Emotion 3.33/1, Frankel filly who took a big step forward when wide-margin winner of 12f minor event at Kempton 16 days ago, forging clear in straight. Has more to offer, so well in the mix for top yard.
6th
6th (8) Present Moment (50/1 -150%)
Present Moment

50/1(-150%)
(8) Present Moment 50/1, No Nay Never filly who opened her account in 1m Redcar novice 7 months ago. Has more to offer, but a big step forward is required on her seasonal return.
7th
7th (10) Three Priests (28/1 +30%)
Three Priests

28/1(+30%)
(10) Three Priests 28/1, Fair maiden who recorded excellent sixth of 8 to Rogue Millennium in Oaks Trial at Lingfield (11.6f) 13 days ago. In very good hands, but plenty more is required here.
8th
8th (4) Makinmedoit (14/1 +30%)
Makinmedoit

14/1(+30%)
(4) Makinmedoit 14/1, Progressive filly who landed 10f Brighton maiden before excellent third in Oaks Trial at Lingfield (11.6f) 13 days ago. No forlorn hope.
9th
9th (1) Bella Veneta (50/1 -25%)
Bella Veneta

50/1(-25%)
(1) Bella Veneta 50/1, Much improved on her turf debut when landing 1m minor event (15/2) at Bath 36 days ago, well on top at the finish. Open to further improvement up in trip, but this demands a lot more.
10th
10th (5) Moonlight Frolic (80/1 -21%)
Moonlight Frolic

80/1(-21%)
(5) Moonlight Frolic 80/1, Bated Breath filly who got up late to land 1m minor event at Thirsk 25 days ago. This longer trip promises to suit but she has lots to find on form.
LTO Selection:

14:10 Goodwood Listed (Class 1) 10f Race Class Flow

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14:45 Goodwood Handicap (Class 2) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Montassib (1.75/1 -92%)
Montassib

1.75/1(-92%)
(4) Montassib 1.75/1, Winner of sole 2-y-o start and barely broke sweat when landing a four-runner Wetherby novice (7f, good to firm) back from a lengthy absence last month. Armed with potential and makes his handicap debut off a potentially handy mark.
2
2nd (7) Marshal Dan (5/1 +44%)
Marshal Dan

5/1(+44%)
(7) Marshal Dan 5/1, Resumed winning ways at Sandown in September and positive start to current campaign when third of 10 at Musselburgh (7.2f, good to soft) last month. Mark unchanged and he should be on the premises.
3
3rd (6) Spanish Star (7/1 +13%)
Spanish Star

7/1(+13%)
(6) Spanish Star 7/1, Notched second success here when landing a 6f handicap in October. Stepped up on low-key reappearance display when hitting the crossbar at Ascot a fortnight ago and step back up in trip no bad thing, so he's one to consider.
4
4th (9) Dutch Decoy (10/1 +38%)
Dutch Decoy

10/1(+38%)
(9) Dutch Decoy 10/1, Got his head back in front on penultimate start at Lingfield and by no means disgraced when fifth of 11 seven days later at Chelmsford (7f). He's not the most genuine of types, though, and current mark probably sums him up.
5th
5th (1) Punchbowl Flyer (22/1 +12%)
Punchbowl Flyer

22/1(+12%)
(1) Punchbowl Flyer 22/1, Had a tremendous 2021, winning 3 6f handicaps, but recent reappearance at York (first run following a wind op) lacked spark and he has a bit to prove back at this trip.
6th
6th (3) Tadreeb (18/1 +45%)
Tadreeb

18/1(+45%)
(3) Tadreeb 18/1, Made an excellent start on AW for current yard, landing back-to-back 7f Lingfield handicaps. However, efforts back on turf the last twice have not been at all inspiring.
7th
7th (2) The Attorney (3.5/1 +13%)
The Attorney

3.5/1(+13%)
(2) The Attorney 3.5/1, Didn't do much wrong in 2021, striking twice in 7f handicaps and also posted several solid efforts in defeat, not least when narrowly outpointed at Newmarket on latest start in September. Leading claims for last year's winning yard.
8th
8th (5) Lord Rapscallion (12/1 +25%)
Lord Rapscallion

12/1(+25%)
(5) Lord Rapscallion 12/1, Made the frame on several occasions last season, including when runner-up in this corresponding race, but was below par on return at Newmarket and he's 0-16 for present connections.
LTO Selection:

14:45 Goodwood Handicap (Class 2) 7f Race Class Flow

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15:20 Goodwood Listed (Class 1) 11f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Lionel (8.5/1 -143%)
Lionel

8.5/1(-143%)
(3) Lionel 8.5/1, Promising Lope De Vega colt who has shaped really well when twice placed at Newbury, ¾-length third of 12 to Natural World on latter occasion (11f) 34 days ago. Capable of better. Considered.
2
2nd (1) Aldous Huxley (1.75/1 +71%)
Aldous Huxley

1.75/1(+71%)
(1) Aldous Huxley 1.75/1, Dubawi colt who built on his easy debut Kempton success when second of 9 to New London in conditions event at Newmarket (10f) 37 days ago. Well in the mix with further improvement on the cards.
3
3rd (4) Lysander (3/1 -71%)
Lysander

3/1(-71%)
(4) Lysander 3/1, Unlucky debut third and he looked potentially smart when easily making all in 10f novice at Newcastle on his return. Son of New Approach has plenty more to offer, and he looks the one to beat.
4
4th (5) Maksud (4.5/1 +68%)
Maksud

4.5/1(+68%)
(5) Maksud 4.5/1, Golden Horn colt who created a really good impression when landing 13-runner minor event at Windsor (10f) on his debut 39 days ago. Seems sure to go on to better things. Considered.
5th
5th (6) Mr Alan (20/1 +9%)
Mr Alan

20/1(+9%)
(6) Mr Alan 20/1, Useful colt who comes here on the back of excellent second of 7 in handicap at Chester (12.3f) 15 days ago. This is tougher but he can't be dismissed for yard among the winners.
6th
6th (7) Natural World (5.5/1 -83%)
Natural World

5.5/1(-83%)
(7) Natural World 5.5/1, Frankel colt who readily scored at Newbury on his debut before posting useful third to United Nations in Derby Trial at Lingfield (11.6f) 13 days ago. Should improve further. Solid claims.
LTO Selection:

15:20 Goodwood Listed (Class 1) 11f Race Class Flow

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15:55 Goodwood Stakes (Class 4) 10f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Crystal Estrella (1.88/1 +58%)
Crystal Estrella

1.88/1(+58%)
(2) Crystal Estrella 1.88/1, Better for debut experience when fourth in a Sandown novice last month and should do better again. Longer trips will suit, however.
2
2nd (11) Rechercher (9/1 +10%)
Rechercher

9/1(+10%)
(11) Rechercher 9/1, Twice-raced maiden. 11/1, fourth of 8 in minor event at Wolverhampton (8.6f), needing stiffer test. Off 8 months. Likely to improve.
3
3rd (6) Hexameter (12/1 -71%)
Hexameter

12/1(-71%)
(6) Hexameter 12/1, Ulysses filly who didn't quite come up to expectations when only fourth at Chelmsford on debut but looks open to improvement, so can't be dismissed.
4
4th (5) Gulf (22/1 +12%)
Gulf

22/1(+12%)
(5) Gulf 22/1, 45,000 gns yearling who hasn't shown anything noteworthy. Likely to do better in handicaps on the back of this.
5th
5th (12) Suzy's Shoes (8/1 -78%)
Suzy's Shoes

8/1(-78%)
(12) Suzy's Shoes 8/1, Hit the frame a couple of times in maidens before shaping as if amiss in an Oaks trial at Lingfield recently. Has some physical scope and should get involved if back on track.
6th
6th (7) Ice House (6/1 -33%)
Ice House

6/1(-33%)
(7) Ice House 6/1, Ulysses filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful winner up to 1½m Queen of Ice and useful 7f winner Ice Gala. Dam 1m-1¼m winner. One for shortlist on debut given connections.
7th
7th (8) Teagarden Jazz (16/1 -14%)
Teagarden Jazz

16/1(-14%)
(8) Teagarden Jazz 16/1, Showed something to work on when fifth at Lingfield on debut 77 days ago but is likely to need more time.
8th
8th (3) Defferella (125/1 -56%)
Defferella

125/1(-56%)
(3) Defferella 125/1, Yet to offer any ability and looks more of a long-term project.
9th
9th (15) Sainte Colette (33/1 -65%)
Sainte Colette

33/1(-65%)
(15) Sainte Colette 33/1, 12,000 gns yearling, Mastercraftsman filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful 1m-10.2f winner Something Enticing and 1¼m winner Danzay.
10th
10th (4) Emulation (22/1 +12%)
Emulation

22/1(+12%)
(4) Emulation 22/1, Twice-raced maiden. Seventh of 11 in minor event (9/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 21 days ago. Others make more appeal.
11th
11th (13) Uptime (4.5/1 +44%)
Uptime

4.5/1(+44%)
(13) Uptime 4.5/1, Nathaniel filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 2-y-o 7f/7.4f winner Mot Juste and 1¼m winner Movin Time, both useful. Dam 9.7f-1½m winner. Bred to be an above-average filly.
12th
12th (14) Ballet Blanc (16/1 -167%)
Ballet Blanc

16/1(-167%)
(14) Ballet Blanc 16/1, Cheap purchase but shaped with a good deal of encouragement (met trouble) when beaten less than a length in third at Lingfield on debut. Should have more to offer.
13th
13th (1) Permata (80/1 -100%)
Permata

80/1(-100%)
(1) Permata 80/1, Starspangledbanner filly. Dam 1m winner. Worth a market check for shrewd connections.
LTO Selection:

15:55 Goodwood Stakes (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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16:30 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) Aggagio (9/1 +25%)
Aggagio

9/1(+25%)
(7) Aggagio 9/1, Dual winner for Jean-Claude Rouget in France, latterly a 9f claimer in May. Successful sole previous visit here and, with no concerns with regard to wellbeing (winner over hurdles in March), he's by no means discounted.
2
2nd (5) Mellow Magic (5/1 -11%)
Mellow Magic

5/1(-11%)
(5) Mellow Magic 5/1, Deservedly got off the mark on return at Windsor (11.4f, good, 5/2) last month and followed that with a solid effort in defeat back up to 1¾m here three weeks ago when beaten 2½ lengths by Saratoga Gold. Should make her presence felt.
3
3rd (1) Goshen (0.91/1 +48%)
Goshen

0.91/1(+48%)
(1) Goshen 0.91/1, Classy hurdler who has won three of his seven starts on the Flat. Resumes in this sphere following back-to-back victories over timber, latterly the Grade 2 Kingwell Hurdle at Wincanton, and he's the one to beat.
4
4th (2) Diamond Bay (11/1 -38%)
Diamond Bay

11/1(-38%)
(2) Diamond Bay 11/1, Hit the target three times last year and added to his tally on return at Kempton (1½m) in March. Not disgraced at Ascot since, but he appears to be more effective on the AW and going into new territory trip-wise here.
5th
5th (6) Saratoga Gold (5/1 -25%)
Saratoga Gold

5/1(-25%)
(6) Saratoga Gold 5/1, Looked better than ever when scoring here (1¾m, good to firm) three weeks ago, proving 2½ lengths too strong for Mellow Magic. This trip should be within range and yard won this race last year, so there's cause for optimism.
6th
6th (8) Nellie Moon (16/1 +0%)
Nellie Moon

16/1(+0%)
(8) Nellie Moon 16/1, Improved when striking at Newbury last summer, but she was behind three of these on return here last month and clearly has work to do, for all that she's entitled to come on for that run.
7th
7th (9) Cherry Cola (18/1 +0%)
Cherry Cola

18/1(+0%)
(9) Cherry Cola 18/1, Performed above market expectations when third behind Saratoga Gold and Mellow Magic here 21 days ago. Possibilities off the same mark if able to build on that encouraging effort.
8th
8th (4) Cloud Thunder (25/1 -39%)
Cloud Thunder

25/1(-39%)
(4) Cloud Thunder 25/1, Did the job well when opening his account in this sphere at Newbury in October. Best to draw a line through his low-key reappearance at Hamilton and capable of playing a leading role here if on-song.
LTO Selection:

16:30 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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