Haydock Races & Results 1 Saturday 29th April 2023 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

Haydock Races & Results Tomform Saturday 29th April 2023

There were 50 Races on Saturday 29th April 2023 across 7 meetings. There was 7 races at Sandown, 7 races at Haydock, 7 races at Leicester, 8 races at Punchestown, 7 races at Doncaster, 7 races at Ripon, 7 races at Wolverhampton, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Saturday 29th April 2023

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

13:30 Haydock Handicap (Class 4) 10f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (8.5/1 +6%) Eeetee	8.5 8.5/1(+6%)	(7) Eeetee 8.5/1, Successful at Redcar and York at around this trip last season, and good fourth in a big-field handicap back at the latter course in October. Below par both starts on the AW during the winter and possibilities off a fair mark now returned to turf. Below par on AW on final two runs last year but turf seems to suit best; he's a possible.
2	5 2nd (5) (10/1 +17%) Sea Grey	10 10/1(+17%)	(5) Sea Grey 10/1, Promise both starts for Andrew Balding but failed to make an impact in a couple of handicaps for new yard towards the end of last year. Improvement needed now switched to turf. Failed to threaten last autumn, after absence, but still very lightly raced; check betting.
3	9 3rd (9) (20/1 +9%) Highwaygrey	20 20/1(+9%)	(9) Highwaygrey 20/1, Regained the winning thread off 1 lb lower at Ayr (1¼m, good) last August but he hits the target infrequently nowadays and was beaten a fair way on the AW when last seen in November. Won at Ayr last August but that's his sole victory from his last 22 starts.
4	2 4th (2) (4/1 +11%) Thunder Max	4 4/1(+11%)	(2) Thunder Max 4/1, Yet to add to Doncaster 2-y-o debut success but didn't do a great deal wrong in several decent handicaps at up to 11f early last season. Gelded during the winter and eased 2 lb since last seen, so he could have a part to play if fully tuned-up following 11 months off. Absent since last May (gelded since) but has edged down the weights and is not ruled out.
5th	6 5th (6) (5/1 +0%) Innse Gall	5 5/1(+0%)	(6) Innse Gall 5/1, Pretty consistent on the whole last year, winning twice, and positive start to this season when chasing home an unexposed William Haggas-trained rival at Newcastle (10.2f). 1 lb nudge for that easy to swallow and he has to enter calculations. Two turf wins last August and reappeared with good second on AW; can be bang there.
6th	3 6th (3) (7/1 +30%) Splendent	7 7/1(+30%)	(3) Splendent 7/1, Newcastle maiden winner at 2 yrs and positive start to last season when runner-up on handicap debut at Windsor (1¼m, good to firm). Failed to build on that both subsequent starts in 2022, though, and needs to get back on track in a first-time tongue strap. Below par last November but returns on a competitive mark and is not discounted.
7th	4 7th (4) (12/1 -100%) Arcadian Nights	12 12/1(-100%)	(4) Arcadian Nights 12/1, Successful 3 times on the AW since the turn of the year and latest narrow Wolverhampton (9.5f) success represented a career-best. More on his plate here but only gone up 2 lb and no surprise if he's on the premises. Has won three times on AW this year and has to be respected now back on turf.
8th	10 8th (10) (18/1 -50%) Arctic Fox	18 18/1(-50%)	(10) Arctic Fox 18/1, Back-to-back winner of handicaps at up to 1¾m here last summer. Ended 2022 campaign on a downer but resumes on a workable mark (1 lb higher than for her latest success) and couldn't rule out. Won two in a row here last summer but over 11.6f/1m6f; not at same level in the autumn.
9th	8 9th (8) (22/1 -57%) Magical Mile	22 22/1(-57%)	(8) Magical Mile 22/1, Bagged 4 handicaps in 2020, including twice over this trip at Windsor and Ffos Las during the summer. Well held when last seen at York in September, though, and probably a shade too high in the weights. Perhaps ready for a break when last seen; won 4 times last year & could have more to offer.
10th	12 10th (12) (5/1 +38%) Typical Woman	5 5/1(+38%)	(12) Typical Woman 5/1, Sole success to date was gained in an AW novice event in October 2021. Still, she performed well on a number of occasions in handicaps last year, including on each of her 3 visits to this course, and a bold show could be on the way. Last season concluded with a poor run in October but she twice finished second over C&D.
11th	1 11th (1) (22/1 -120%) Blistering Barney	22 22/1(-120%)	(1) Blistering Barney 22/1, Hit the target 3 times, including a Class 2 Nottingham handicap (1¾m, good) when last seen in September. Eased in grade for this seasonal reappearance but now finds himself on a career-high mark and couldn't be sure that this drop back in trip will be a good thing. Won two of final three runs last season but he may find this reappearance trip inadequate.
12th	13 12th (13) (33/1 -65%) Red Derek	33 33/1(-65%)	(13) Red Derek 33/1, Snapped a losing run accounting for 13 rivals at Doncaster (1¼m, heavy) in October. By no means disgraced both subsequent efforts on the AW but the main worry here is his lack of a recent run (record when fresh doesn't augur well). Won at Doncaster last October but has a poor strike-rate.
13th	11 13th (11) (12/1 +0%) Tele Red	12 12/1(+0%)	(11) Tele Red 12/1, Bagged handicaps over this trip at Pontefract and Beverley last season and also hit the crossbar on several occasions. Excuses when down the field at Newcastle on final start of that campaign and he's one to consider. Steady improvement last year before below-par run on AW debut; on the shortlist on return.

LTO Selection:

13:30 Haydock Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

It is difficult to predict which horse will do well based solely on this summary as each horse has its own strengths and weaknesses. However, 4.5/1 (2) THUNDER MAX and 5/1 (6) INNSE GALL seem to have good recent form and could be contenders. 12/1 (11) TELE RED and 12/1 (10) ARCTIC FOX also have potential, while 14/1 (8) MAGICAL MILE and 20/1 (13) RED DEREK may struggle due to their high weights and poor strike-rates respectively. It is advisable to check the betting before making a decision.

Arcadian Nights has won three of his last five starts on the all-weather but he returns to the turf off a higher mark. Billy Loughnane claims 5lb in the saddle, though, and he cannot be ignored. Thunder Max has been gelded since last seen and that may see him show some improvement, but a chance is taken on SPLENDENT. Placed off 3lb higher in a warmer race at Windsor last June, he pulled too hard at Wolverhampton in November but, if he settles better, he must have a good chance.

This looks wide open and it could be worth chancing TYPICAL WOMAN, who made the frame on each of her 3 visits here in 2022 and resumes on an attractive mark. Thunder Max has been absent for the best part of a year but he too returns to action on an appealing mark and will be a danger to all if ready to roll. Tele Red did well last season and should have a part to play, while Innse Gall is also shortlisted on the back of a solid reappearance effort on the all-weather.

Having enjoyed a progressive campaign last season, TELE RED earns the vote on his comeback. Arcadian Nights is feared most.

13:30 Haydock Handicap (Class 4) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:05 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (4.5/1 +0%) Papa Cocktail	4.5 4.5/1(+0%)	(7) Papa Cocktail 4.5/1, Back in form of late and pulled clear with the runner-up when just edging a Southwell handicap 11 days ago. Has won here before and remains well treated on old form, so makes plenty of appeal. Won on AW recently; patchy record on turf last year but in the mix if good form continues.
2	4 2nd (4) (16/1 -14%) Libra Tiger	16 16/1(-14%)	(4) Libra Tiger 16/1, Winner at Kempton in January. 11/4, seventh of 8 in handicap at Yarmouth (5.2f, heavy) 14 days ago. Step back up in trip should aid his cause. Won stable debut at Kempton in January but has failed to go on from that victory.
3	2 3rd (2) (12/1 +45%) Late Arrival	12 12/1(+45%)	(2) Late Arrival 12/1, Capable from this sort of mark on his day but may need his first outing for 176 days. Best watched unless the market speaks in his favour. Not at top of game last autumn but runs off last winning mark; one to watch in the market.
4	1 4th (1) (9/1 +25%) Glorious Rio	9 9/1(+25%)	(1) Glorious Rio 9/1, Dual winner last term. Found good run of form coming to a halt at Newcastle last time but he's the type to bounce back quickly. Down the field last time but in fair form previously and runs off last winning mark.
5th	16 5th (16) (7/1 +30%) Madame Fenella	7 7/1(+30%)	(16) Madame Fenella 7/1, Has returned from 6 months off in good form, not settling fully when second at Wolverhampton last time. Strong pace would suit and she's worthy of consideration. Modest strike-rate but promising efforts on both runs this year and might not be far away.
6th	17 6th (17) (4/1 +60%) Dream Together	4 4/1(+60%)	(17) Dream Together 4/1, Becoming well treated and has probably needed both outings so far this term. Bit better than the result at Newcastle on latest and has won over C&D in the past, so needs considering. Return to form needed but likes it here and is 9lb lower than when winning this last year.
7th	6 7th (6) (9/1 +10%) Stalingrad	9 9/1(+10%)	(6) Stalingrad 9/1, Fair performer who continued his run of placed efforts when second at Pontefract 10 months ago. Not seen since and still a maiden, but hard to completely ignore from current mark. 0-18 but consistent in truncated campaign last season; thereabouts if in similar form.
8th	11 8th (11) (18/1 +10%) Kats Bob	18 18/1(+10%)	(11) Kats Bob 18/1, Won a couple of times last year and should strip fitter for his reappearance at Thirsk 7 days ago. Handicapper has given him a chance, so dangerous to completely dismiss. Has dropped down the weights but has to improve a bundle for last Saturday's comeback run.
9th	13 9th (13) (50/1 +0%) Redrosezorro	50 50/1(+0%)	(13) Redrosezorro 50/1, Multiple course winner who was well backed when making final start for Eric Alston a winning one over 6f here in October. Probably needed his return at Catterick and should be closer to form this time. Well beaten on recent reappearance but same story last year before going close next time.
10th	14 10th (14) (80/1 -142%) Somewhere Secret	80 80/1(-142%)	(14) Somewhere Secret 80/1, Unreliable sort who was below form on his final outing for Rebecca Menzies and is likely to need this stable debut after 6 months off. Three-time course winner but a return to form is needed on this stable/seasonal debut.
11th	15 11th (15) (40/1 -21%) Stay Smart	40 40/1(-21%)	(15) Stay Smart 40/1, Losing run is mounting up and debut for this stable at Ripon didn't contain much encouragement. Hard to fancy. Continues to drop down the weights but he was well beaten on recent stable debut.
12th	5 12th (5) (6.5/1 +0%) Mega Marvel	6.5 6.5/1(+0%)	(5) Mega Marvel 6.5/1, Landed a claimer at Wolverhampton on his final outing in 2022 and picked up where he left off when second in a handicap at Southwell recently. Should go well again. Reappeared with close second on AW 3 weeks ago; contender if return to turf isn't an issue.
13th	10 13th (10) (20/1 -43%) Street Life	20 20/1(-43%)	(10) Street Life 20/1, Course winner who wasn't disgraced over 5f at Chelmsford recently. Dropped another pound for that and merits respect. A suspicion 5f is his optimum trip but he has a pretty solid record here.
14th	8 14th (8) (7.5/1 +6%) Redzone	7.5 7.5/1(+6%)	(8) Redzone 7.5/1, Slipped down the weights after a quiet end to last season but much better signs when fourth at Newcastle on reappearance and expected to step forward from that. Looks a player. Better strike-rate on AW than turf but has a chance on the back of encouraging AW return.
15th	12 15th (12) (33/1 +34%) Brian The Snail	33 33/1(+34%)	(12) Brian The Snail 33/1, One-time useful sprinter for Richard Fahey but on the downgrade and failed to fire for this yard in two outings last year. Others make more appeal. Very well h'capped on old form but this 9yo ran just twice last year & failed to threaten.
16th	9 16th (9) (33/1 -65%) El Hibri	33 33/1(-65%)	(9) El Hibri 33/1, Has a patchy profile but took a small step in the right direction when third at Wolverhampton 6 months ago. Return to this trip will suit, so not a forlorn hope if tuned up. Last season's best run came over C&D last July but he failed to go on from that; now 0-10.

LTO Selection:

14:05 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.

4.5/1 (7) PAPA COCKTAIL looks like a strong contender based on their recent win and good form, with a previous win at the course and being well-treated on old form. 8/1 (8) REDZONE also has a chance based on their encouraging return at Newcastle and a better strike rate on AW races. 12/1 (1) GLORIOUS RIO could also be a threat if they bounce back quickly from their recent setback.

MEGA MARVEL ran his best race for some time when returning from a gelding operation at Southwell and, although upped 1lb for that, he may well improve for his first start since last August. Brian The Snail might not be the force of old at the age of nine but he is well handicapped if anywhere near his best, though easy Southwell winner With Respect may prove a bigger danger.

PAPA COCKTAIL moved through the race stylishly before edging a tight finish at Southwell recently and he's worth a chance to follow up after a small rise. Mega Marvel is in good order and looks a danger, while With Respect remains well treated if he turns up in the same mood that saw him score at Southwell 86 days ago.

The return to Haydock could be the catalyst for a revival from DREAM TOGETHER, who is 9lb lower than when winning this last year.

14:05 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:40 Haydock Stakes (Class 2) 12f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (2.5/1 +50%) Gregory	2.5 2.5/1(+50%)	(5) Gregory 2.5/1, Golden Horn colt. Half-brother to smart 11f winner Lionel. Dam, useful 1½m-14.6f (Park Hill Stakes) winner, half-sister to Irish St Leger winner (stayed 2m) Duncan. Very well bred and looks the stable's first string. Bred to make a useful middle-distance stayer at least and much respected on debut.
2	2 2nd (2) (10/1 -233%) Knockbrex	10 10/1(-233%)	(2) Knockbrex 10/1, Left debut form well behind when making all in good style at Pontefract recently and is likely to go well again under another positive ride. Took major step forward from debut when making all at Pontefract; leading contender.
3	1 3rd (1) (1.88/1 +25%) If Not Now	1.88 1.88/1(+25%)	(1) If Not Now 1.88/1, Out of a useful German winner and off the mark at the first attempt at Salisbury 7 months ago. Longer trip should suit and he's worthy of consideration. Won Salisbury novice on only outing last season; open to plenty of improvement.
4	3 4th (3) (2.75/1 +0%) Maxident	2.75 2.75/1(+0%)	(3) Maxident 2.75/1, Related to plenty of winners and made an impressive start when readily scoring in tough conditions at Leicester 15 days ago. Hard to quantify that form but he's worth a chance to prove himself a good prospect. Outsider of three when making winning debut in Leicester mud by 50l; hard to evaluate.
5th	4 5th (4) (40/1 -21%) Allo Al Khawaneej	40 40/1(-21%)	(4) Allo Al Khawaneej 40/1, Related to numerous winners (including Delegator) but only sixth in a novice at Southwell on debut. Should come on for that but plenty to find with some of his rivals. No real encouragement to be gleaned from sixth at Southwell; needs great leap forward.
6th	7 6th (7) (22/1 -10%) Sutue Alshams	22 22/1(-10%)	(7) Sutue Alshams 22/1, Much better effort when second of 6 in minor event at Pontefract (10f) 6 months ago. Gelded and not ruled out now stepping up in distance. Improved from first to second run last year; open to further progress.
7th	6 7th (6) (11/1 -10%) Port Jackson	11 11/1(-10%)	(6) Port Jackson 11/1, Australia gelding. Closely related to winner up to 1½m Floating Artist and 9f winner Darlington Hall, both smart. Wears blinkers. Worth monitoring in the betting. Closely related to two useful winners; gelded/blinkered, may be yard's second string.

LTO Selection:

14:40 Haydock Stakes (Class 2) 12f Race Class Flow

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

3/1 (2) KNOCKBREX is the most likely to do well based on the summary provided. They have already shown improvement from their debut and made an impressive win at Pontefract recently.

Maxident upset the odds on debut when winning by 50 lengths at Leicester at 12/1 in a field of three, but that was on heavy ground and conditions are expected to be very different. He can only beat what is in front of him, but IF NOT NOW holds an Irish Derby entry and, if he is to compete at that level, then he needs to win this and follow up his ready debut victory at Salisbury. Gregory may be the best of the Gosden newcomers.

MAXIDENT was an emphatic debut winner and, while the ground at Leicester was undoubtedly a factor, he's worth a chance to confirm the promise and maintain his unbeaten record. Gregory has an impeccable pedigree and looks a noteworthy newcomer, while improvement is expected from both Knockbrex and If Not Now, who also shoulder penalties.

If the Gosdens' GREGORY lives up to his excellent pedigree he may be up to making a winning debut.

14:40 Haydock Stakes (Class 2) 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:15 Haydock Stakes (Class 4) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (0.91/1 +0%) Stormy Sea	0.91 0.91/1(+0%)	(7) Stormy Sea 0.91/1, Easy-to-back but made a promising start to her career when chasing home a long odds-on Godolphin filly at Kempton (7f) in November, in turn pulling nicely clear of the rest. Top yard has been quick off the blocks this season and she's the one to beat after a breathing operation. Half-sister to top-class Bay Bridge; promising second on debut; may well go one better.
2	4 2nd (4) (3.5/1 +13%) Lmay	3.5 3.5/1(+13%)	(4) Lmay 3.5/1, 650,000 gns yearling, Frankel filly out of an unraced half-sister to high-class 1¼m-14.5f (St Leger) winner Logician (by Frankel). Top yard saddled the winner of this last season with the classy Nashwa and she's one to monitor closely in the betting. 650,000gns yearling; bred in the purple and a fascinating newcomer for a top stable.
3	5 3rd (5) (3/1 +33%) Market Value	3 3/1(+33%)	(5) Market Value 3/1, Looked in the need of the experience when sixth of 9 in a 1m Doncaster maiden (heavy) at the backend of last season. Bred in the purple and likely to leave that form well behind in time but a stiffer test is probably needed. Short-lived effort when sixth of nine only 2yo start; could be a different proposition now.
4	6 4th (6) (20/1 -11%) Raimunda	20 20/1(-11%)	(6) Raimunda 20/1, Blame filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful US 7.5f-8.5f winner Atomic Blonde and 2-y-o 5f winner King Cole. Dam 1m-10.5f winner. Worth a second look in the betting. Half-sister by US sire Blame to 5 winners including sprinter King Cole; worth market check.
5th	3 5th (3) (22/1 +21%) Fast Affair	22 22/1(+21%)	(3) Fast Affair 22/1, Nearer last than first on debut over a mile at Kempton in November and she's another who will probably be seen in a better light in handicaps further down the line. 100-1 on debut last autumn and never a threat; probably more of a long-term prospect.
6th	2 6th (2) (80/1 +20%) Daloolah	80 80/1(+20%)	(2) Daloolah 80/1, Safely held on her introduction at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 9/1) in January and she's probably more one for handicaps later on. Attracted support on Wolverhampton debut but beat only one home; lots to find.
7th	1 7th (1) (20/1 -25%) Churchella	20 20/1(-25%)	(1) Churchella 20/1, €60,000 yearling who showed clear signs of ability when fifth in a 12-runner Thirsk novice (1m, good) on sole start at 2 yrs. Likely to do better in time. Plenty of improvement required on sole 2yo run but bred to be useful and is in good hands.

LTO Selection:

15:15 Haydock Stakes (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

Based on the summary provided, the 0.91/1 (7) STORMY SEA half-sister and the Frankel filly are the most promising horses for the upcoming race. The 0.91/1 (7) STORMY SEA half-sister has shown promise in her debut and comes from a top yard that has been performing well this season. Additionally, she has had a breathing operation, which could help her improve. The Frankel filly is a fascinating newcomer from a top stable and comes from a strong pedigree, making her one to monitor closely in the betting. While the other horses have potential, they may need more time or a stiffer test to show their abilities.

Sir Michael Stoute has had a fine start to the new season and that run may continue here courtesy of STORMY SEA. She chased home the more experienced Whispering Dream at Kempton on debut and was clear of the others. She has had a wind operation since and her pedigree suggests she will relish this extra furlong. Market Value will appreciate further in time but showed enough at Doncaster in October despite being slowly away to suggest she could figure. Any market confidence behind 650,000gns purchase Lmay for John and Thady Gosden on debut should be taken seriously.

The way looks clear for STORMY SEA to build on the considerable promise she showed when runner-up on her sole 2-y-o start at Kempton. Newcomer Lmay, who represents last year's winning yard, is feared most ahead of Market Value, who may need a stiffer test.

Lmay is a fascinating newcomer but slight preference is for STORMY SEA who shaped well on her only outing last year.

15:15 Haydock Stakes (Class 4) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:45 Haydock Handicap (Class 2) 7f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	12 1st (12) (5/1 +9%) Rainbow Fire	5 5/1(+9%)	(12) Rainbow Fire 5/1, Made a winning start for this yard in 19-runner handicap at Newbury (7f, good) in September and resumed progress when chasing home another progressive rival in a 6-runner Kempton event 24 days ago. Leading player. Won big-field handicap at Newbury last September and he's open to further improvement.
2	9 2nd (9) (6/1 +20%) Gweedore	6 6/1(+20%)	(9) Gweedore 6/1, Won 3 times in 2022 and reappeared with a career-best to land an 11-runner handicap at Musselburgh (7.2f, good to soft, 7/2) 21 days ago. Up 6 lb in perhaps a deeper contest but has the benefit of Billy Loughnane retaining the ride. Career-high mark & in tougher race but this highly admirable 6yo could continue to improve.
3	4 3rd (4) (4/1 +43%) Biggles	4 4/1(+43%)	(4) Biggles 4/1, Most progressive sort has won 5 of his last 7 starts, running at least as well in defeat when second of 9 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, heavy) on final start last term. Nudged up again in the weights but has to be respected. Thrived last year, with four wins; could have more to offer this term; in calculations.
4	8 4th (8) (3/1 +63%) Montassib	3 3/1(+63%)	(8) Montassib 3/1, Progressive last year, scoring at Wetherby and Goodwood before posting some good efforts in top-end handicaps in midsummer, including fourth in Buckingham Palace at Royal Ascot. All at sea on heavy ground in the Lincoln so no surprise to see him closer to form here. Disappointing in the Lincoln (hung right) but very much of interest on last year's form.
5th	7 5th (7) (5.5/1 +0%) Boardman	5.5 5.5/1(+0%)	(7) Boardman 5.5/1, Shaped relatively well on return at Wolverhampton and didn't enjoy the rub of the green at all when mid-field in the Lincoln. Tends to come to hand early in the season (won this race last year) and he's not one to overlook. Midfield in the Lincoln but it wasn't a bad run & he won this last year; could have a say.
6th	3 6th (3) (16/1 -14%) Tactical	16 16/1(-14%)	(3) Tactical 16/1, Enjoyed a reasonably encouraging season without winning in 2022 and, having left Andrew Balding over the winter, shaped as if needing the run when mid-field in listed race at Doncaster (6f, heavy) 28 days ago. Others make bit more appeal on balance. May have needed stable debut run and he's on a handy mark on last year's best efforts.
7th	5 7th (5) (22/1 -38%) Orbaan	22 22/1(-38%)	(5) Orbaan 22/1, Consistent sort gained deserved big-handicap success when taking Golden Mile at Glorious Goodwood before following up in 7f classified event at Ascot. Good efforts in defeat subsequently and he's a player if ready to go after 6 months off. Fine form in the second half of last season; needs to be at his peak on this reappearance.
8th	6 8th (6) (11/1 -22%) Rhoscolyn	11 11/1(-22%)	(6) Rhoscolyn 11/1, Smart handicapper is a while without a win but posted several good efforts in competitive events in 2022, including when third in the Buckingham Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot. Rare disappointing effort on final start last year and he begins this campaign on handy mark. Returns having had wind surgery and has edged down to an attractive mark; not discounted.
9th	10 9th (10) (28/1 -75%) Tuscan	28 28/1(-75%)	(10) Tuscan 28/1, Won minor event at Newmarket early in 2022 but finished down the field in a pair of handicaps there on his final outings last year. Mark has edged down to a more reasonable figure but probably best watched on debut for new yard. Has potential in his mark judged on best form and new trainer does well with similar types.
10th	1 10th (1) (20/1 -11%) Witch Hunter	20 20/1(-11%)	(1) Witch Hunter 20/1, Produced a career-best when second in a valuable minor event at Newcastle (6f, 14/1) 22 days ago. As effective on turf and is entitled to get in the mix again with good-value claimer aboard. Progressive on AW but, with this lofty mark, needs to prove he's just as good on turf.
11th	11 11th (11) (40/1 -21%) Jump The Gun	40 40/1(-21%)	(11) Jump The Gun 40/1, Dual winner last season (also fifth in Ayr Silver Cup) has found himself out of his depth in listed races both outings in 2023. Yard are a while without a Flat winner and others are preferred overall. Highly progressive last year but has to prove he can cope with this mark now back in h'cap.

LTO Selection:

15:45 Haydock Handicap (Class 2) 7f Race Class Flow

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

5.5/1 (12) RAINBOW FIRE and 5/1 (2) SPYCATCHER appear to be the most likely contenders based on their recent form and positive comments in the summary. 7/1 (4) BIGGLES and 7.5/1 (9) GWEEDORE also have strong recent form and should not be overlooked. 8/1 (8) MONTASSIB could be a dark horse if he returns to form after a disappointing run in the Lincoln. The other runners may struggle to compete at this level or need to prove themselves further.

SPYCATCHER was a most impressive winner of a conditions race at Thirsk last Saturday and, on that running, looks hard to oppose. He came from the back of the field last week and with the likely strong pace sure to suit and Pierre-Louis Jamin keeping the ride, he edges the vote. Biggles had a fine time of it last season and has a respectable record when fresh, so enters calculations along with Boardman, who ran a creditable race in the Lincoln.

BOARDMAN has shaped with more encouragement than his form figures suggest in a pair of outings this term and he may represent a bit of value in his bid to repeat last year's success here. Dangers are aplenty in this competitive event, with Spycatcher, Rainbow Fire and Witch Hunter perhaps chief amongst them.

There are a few pieces of evidence to suggest SPYCATCHER (nap) is on an advantageous mark and he's the pick ahead of Rainbow Fire.

15:45 Haydock Handicap (Class 2) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:20 Haydock Handicap (Class 3) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (4/1 +11%) Racingbreaks Ryder	4 4/1(+11%)	(6) Racingbreaks Ryder 4/1, Off the mark at the fourth attempt at Brighton on final start on 2 yrs and justified strong support to make a successful start in handicaps at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) 24 days ago. Can make presence felt in hat-trick bid. Won Nottingham handicap on this month's reappearance and has to be in calculations.
2	8 2nd (8) (14/1 -56%) Acotango	14 14/1(-56%)	(8) Acotango 14/1, Showed improved form to make a winning nursery debut at Kempton (8f) in September. Off the track since (gelded) but 3 lb rise shouldn't overface him if sharp enough on return. Won last September on sole nursery start (gelded since) and respected up 3lb.
3	4 3rd (4) (4/1 +43%) Royal Rhyme	4 4/1(+43%)	(4) Royal Rhyme 4/1, Overcame inexperience to make a winning debut at Thirsk (7f, soft) in September. Had breathing operation during time off and failed to progress when fourth of 5 in minor event (9/2) at Kempton (8f) on return so now has questions to answer. Won sole 2yo start; only fourth of five on reappearance but well bred & retains potential.
4	1 4th (1) (6.5/1 +35%) Coco Jack	6.5 6.5/1(+35%)	(1) Coco Jack 6.5/1, Won trio of minor events last summer before scoring in nursery at Hamilton. Not disgraced when mid-field at Chelmsford last time but his mark looks about right. Four turf wins last season but this year's evidence on AW suggests he's vulnerable today.
5th	2 5th (2) (25/1 -56%) Signcastle City	25 25/1(-56%)	(2) Signcastle City 25/1, Off the mark at Salisbury last July prior to an improved third in a listed event at the same course last month. Proved too free when running below best on nursery debut at Ascot (7f) on next start and market may act as best guide on seasonal return. Promise during light 2yo campaign but needs to be better than ever on reappearance.
6th	5 6th (5) (9/1 -100%) Animate	9 9/1(-100%)	(5) Animate 9/1, Shamardal colt won 13-runner novice event at Newcastle (7.1f) on third start before shaping well on nursery bow at Ayr next time, no extra only late having raced freely and met some trouble. Mark still appeals as lenient and he's a leading player on return having been gelded. Won AW novice last August and open to improvement this year for his good Newmarket yard.
7th	3 7th (3) (16/1 -33%) Pol Roger	16 16/1(-33%)	(3) Pol Roger 16/1, Won minor events here and at Thirsk last August. Underperformed when mid-field at Musselburgh on return and now has bit to prove having also ended 2-y-o campaign with a disappointing effort. May have needed reappearance run and a case can be made on best 2yo efforts.
8th	7 8th (7) (4/1 +33%) Conservationist	4 4/1(+33%)	(7) Conservationist 4/1, Won C&D minor event on second start last year before perhaps finding conditions too testing when mid-field in Newmarket listed event. Not discounted on handicap debut after 6-month absence. C&D novice winner who has potential off this mark on her handicap and seasonal debut.
9th	9 9th (9) (5.5/1 -38%) Deceiver	5.5 5.5/1(-38%)	(9) Deceiver 5.5/1, Strong in the betting and improved when winning 14-runner minor event at Kempton (7f, 3/1) 31 days ago. Related to several useful performers and further progress is likely. Half-brother Outgate was highly progressive for yard; could prove better than opening mark.

LTO Selection:

16:20 Haydock Handicap (Class 3) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.

Based on the summary, 4/1 (9) DECEIVER and 4.5/1 (5) ANIMATE seem to be the strongest contenders. 4/1 (9) DECEIVER has shown progress and has won a recent race, while 4.5/1 (5) ANIMATE has potential for improvement and a lenient mark, as well as having undergone a gelding procedure. However, other horses such as 4.5/1 (6) RACINGBREAKS RYDER and 9/1 (8) ACOTANGO cannot be discounted and may surprise as well.

An opening mark of 79 appears workable for DECEIVER, who was a decisive winner at Kempton over 7f last month and looks open to any amount of improvement. The son of Cracksman showed ability in both starts last season but, following a gelding operation throughout the winter, he now looks a different proposition. Racingbreaks Ryder has been given a 5lb rise for a narrow victory at Nottingham earlier this month and looks sure to be in the mix again, while Conservationist warrants respect too.

Another tricky three-year-old handicap. ANIMATE still looked a bit rough around the edges when last seen but appealed as one who was almost certainly ahead of his mark and is taken to make a winning reappearance having been gelded. Racingbreaks Ryder and Deceiver arrive on the back of recent victories and are both highly respected, with Kempton nursery winner Acotango another player on his return.

The Kublers did extremely well with Outgate and his half-brother DECEIVER is taken to make a winning handicap debut.

16:20 Haydock Handicap (Class 3) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:55 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	13 1st (13) (14/1 -17%) Dancing In Paris	14 14/1(-17%)	(13) Dancing In Paris 14/1, Off 5 months before fading into fifth of 10 in minor event at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 28/1) 33 days ago. Can take a step forward on his handicap debut. Disappointing on face of it since debut fourth; perhaps this return to turf will help.
2	14 2nd (14) (9/1 +25%) Hat Toss	9 9/1(+25%)	(14) Hat Toss 9/1, Showed more than previously upped to 1m when a close fifth at Dundalk back in November but not in the same form at that venue on both outings in February. Has since left Takashi Kodama and the headgear is reapplied for handicap debut (also gelded). Seemed to be treading water in Ireland but has switched yards; watch the market.
3	4 3rd (4) (6.5/1 +59%) Kristal Klear	6.5 6.5/1(+59%)	(4) Kristal Klear 6.5/1, Improved from debut when runner-up at Yarmouth (8f, soft) last October but offered little making all-weather debut at Kempton 6 months ago. Could get back on track returned to turf for her handicap bow. Had excuse final 2yo start; still has potential; needs to be respected on handicap debut.
4	7 4th (7) (3.5/1 +42%) Lerwick	3.5 3.5/1(+42%)	(7) Lerwick 3.5/1, Strong in the betting and surpassed debut run when runner-up in novice event at Pontefract (8f, good) in September. Failed to see things out when favourite at Redcar 3 weeks later but could get back on track now handicapping (has been gelded). May not be exposed; worth monitoring in market with yard also running Rock Of England.
5th	2 5th (2) (4.5/1 +50%) Rock Of England	4.5 4.5/1(+50%)	(2) Rock Of England 4.5/1, Made a winning debut at Thirsk last June but unable to kick on from that in 3 subsequent starts, cheekpieces failing to have the desired impact when last seen 7 months ago. Gelded since and more required upped to 1m for the first time. Didn't build on debut win last year but has been gelded and returns with yard in top form.
6th	6 6th (6) (8/1 -14%) Tomahawk King	8 8/1(-14%)	(6) Tomahawk King 8/1, Won novice at Wolverhampton (7f) in October and shaped well despite not being seen to best effect on handicap debut after 4 months off when fifth at Kempton (7f) in February. Never threatened upped to 1m back there a week later and has been gelded in the interim. Best effort came on only turf start; shortlisted for bang-in-form stable.
7th	9 7th (9) (22/1 -120%) Oscar's Sister	22 22/1(-120%)	(9) Oscar's Sister 22/1, Improved under a much more positive ride to make a winning nursery debut at this track (6f) in September but failed to get involved in a stronger contest at Newmarket 3 weeks later. Others appeal more on return. Best efforts last year came here, including when winning nursery; only 1lb higher.
8th	8 8th (8) (9/1 +10%) Fools And Horses	9 9/1(+10%)	(8) Fools And Horses 9/1, Fair form shown in a trio of starts last year and she could have more to offer now handicapping upped in trip. Check betting. Made frame on last two 2yo outings; may step up if staying this longer distance.
9th	5 9th (5) (22/1 -83%) Vortigan	22 22/1(-83%)	(5) Vortigan 22/1, Improved when third of 14 in novice event at Ayr (7.2f, good) on third start in September but unable to back that up on handicap debut 5 weeks later, failing to beat a rival. Gelded in the interim but probably best watched. Heavy going possibly against him final 2yo run; previous Ayr third gives him possibilities.
10th	11 10th (11) (33/1 -50%) Congresbury	33 33/1(-50%)	(11) Congresbury 33/1, Hit the frame on all 3 starts at 2 yrs but disappointing in a pair of handicaps earlier this year. Needs this switch to turf/first-time headgear to spark a revival (has also been gelded). Has gone the wrong way since a promising first run; turf debut; bit to prove.
11th	10 11th (10) (20/1 -100%) Design	20 20/1(-100%)	(10) Design 20/1, Gelded and took a small step forward making his all-weather debut when fourth at Newcastle (7.1f) in February. Blinkers go on for handicap debut and he could have a say in proceedings. Has progressed with each of his three runs; blinkers on; in the mix on handicap debut.
12th	1 12th (1) (8/1 -78%) Serenity Rose	8 8/1(-78%)	(1) Serenity Rose 8/1, Improved efforts when runner-up in 7f handicaps at Wolverhampton and Southwell over winter and didn't need to improve to get off the mark in a weak affair at former track (8.6f, 5/6) back in January. Could have more to offer back on turf. Landed the odds on AW last time and has turf form too; leading contender.
13th	12 13th (12) (50/1 -100%) Vampire Slayer	50 50/1(-100%)	(12) Vampire Slayer 50/1, Seen to maximum effect on first outing since leaving Joseph Patrick O'Brien when runner-up at Newcastle (6f) in January but well held after 3 months off back there (8f) earlier this month, looking a hard ride in the process. 0-7; raced freely and folded tamely over this trip last time; needs to bounce back.
14th	3 14th (3) (22/1 -57%) Roman Spring	22 22/1(-57%)	(3) Roman Spring 22/1, Showed more than previously when third of 5 on return/handicap debut at Wolverhampton last month but not in same form back there since. Must bounce back. Disappointing on latest start; improvement required if he's to get off the mark.

LTO Selection:

16:55 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.

Based on the summary, 4.5/1 (1) SERENITY ROSE seems to be the leading contender with turf form and a recent win on the all-weather track. 7/1 (6) TOMAHAWK KING is also a strong contender with a promising turf start and a good run on the all-weather track. 6/1 (7) LERWICK and 10/1 (10) DESIGN are worth considering as they both have been gelded and could improve. Other horses like 9/1 (2) ROCK OF ENGLAND and 16/1 (4) KRISTAL KLEAR have shown potential but need to step up their game. 25/1 (12) VAMPIRE SLAYER seems to be struggling and may not be a good bet.

Serenity Rose won with plenty in hand on the Tapeta surface at Wolverhampton in January and is worthy of serious consideration back on turf off just 2lb higher. However, several others have scope and this is no easy task for the filly under top weight. Handicap debutants Design and Fools And Horses could be good value to go close, but a chance is taken on the class-dropping OSCAR'S SISTER, who performed well to win over 7f here last September and could have more to offer now she's upped in trip.

An ultra-competitive finale which can go the way of SERENITY ROSE, who opened her account in a weak maiden at Wolverhampton in January and may well have more to offer back on turf. Kristal Klear could prove a different proposition now handicapping so she heads up the dangers, with Design, Hat Toss and Fools And Horses another handful to consider.

The tentative pick in a tricky 3yo handicap is TOMAHAWK KING who returns from a gelding operation with his yard in top form.

16:55 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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