There were 49 Races on Friday 12th May 2023 across 7 meetings. There was 7 races at Ascot, 7 races at Market Rasen, 7 races at Chester, 7 races at Kilbeggan, 7 races at Nottingham, 7 races at Ripon, 7 races at Wolverhampton, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.
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Class & Speed Card

Based on the summary, it is difficult to predict with certainty which horse will finish in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. However, some horses that may have a chance of finishing in the top three include 3.5/1 (12) TOOR MOON, who has shown promise in previous races; 2/1 (10) STARMAN, who has shown promise earlier in the season but has disappointed in the last two runs; and 4.5/1 (4) BROADFORD PUBLICAN, who shaped better in the last race after a few months off and may benefit from being back down in trip. Other horses with potential include 8/1 (9) SIR PRINCE EDMOND, who has improved from previous races, and 11/1 (6) MACANOGUE, who has made a small step forward in the last race. The rest of the horses either have not shown much promise or have struggled in past races, but as with any race, anything can happen on the day.

TOOR MOON has some form and contests a weak race. He contested seven bumpers and showed improvement when finishing fourth to useful types on hurdles debut at Wexford in March and can progress. Sir Prince Edmond ran well enough in a better maiden here last month and remains a fraction unexposed while Broadford Publican was well held on his latest handicap run but had previously run well enough, when gambled, in December. Starman showed ability for Willie Mullins in 2021 before returning following a layoff. He ran well at Naas and probably went too fast on testing ground at Clonmel but isn't straightforward. Ninety thousand pounds has gone west on A Fortune Out West since his point-to-point win while Be Fierce finished fifth in another unplaced maiden in March.

An open-looking maiden with the vote going to BROADFORD PUBLICAN, who should be all the better for a recent run and remains open to improvement now dropping back in trip. Sir Prince Edmond and Starman head the dangers.

STARMAN has had excuses on his last couple of starts and he might be worth giving another chance to at this sort of level
Class & Speed Card

1st: 3.5/1 (5) LASER FOCUS 2nd: 7.5/1 (4) ROYAL EAGLE 3rd: 2.5/1 (13) MISTER WILSON

Useful flat performer MISTER WILSON ran well on recent handicap hurdle debut. A three-time flat winner, he has three-quarters of a length to find and is 2lb worse off with Laser Focus than on a recent course meeting but the selection should improve considerably and likes soft ground. Laser Focus is reliable and capable but would prefer good ground. Royal Eagle was very capable on good ground last summer, winning at the Galway festival and while her lack of a recent run isn't overly concerning, probably needs a sound surface. Hide And Seek's reappearance was disappointing but had a veterinary excuse (reported lame) while Good World would ideally prefer further. Second Subaltern should improve from his recent handicap debut and has some bumper form.

MISTER WILSON produced his best hurdles performance to date when third on handicap debut here 3 weeks ago and given his Flat ability, there should be plenty more to come from him. Laser Focus and Royal Eagle look the pick of the opposition.

It was a promising handicap debut from MISTER WILSON here last time out. He's unexposed in this sphere and a 3lb higher mark is fine
Class & Speed Card

Based on the summary, it is difficult to confidently predict which horse will do well. However, 0.8/1 (7) RULE THE WIND seems to be a strong contender, having placed second in a previous novice hurdle race and being described as hard to beat. 7/1 (6) LAZER WOLF is also mentioned as a promising individual and likely to improve, making them a potential threat to 0.8/1 (7) RULE THE WIND. As for third place, it could be any of the other horses mentioned, but 16/1 (11) FLIDAIS is noted to have shown improvement in their previous race and has a pedigree that suggests they may excel at longer distances. Therefore, the predicted order of finish is: 1. 0.8/1 (7) RULE THE WIND 2. 7/1 (6) LAZER WOLF 3. 16/1 (11) FLIDAIS

RULE THE WIND improved from his bumper when running well on recent jumps debut. Out of an unraced half-sister to Brave Inca and previously carrying the Magnier silks, he crucially drifted right on the run-in at Tipperary when beaten by a useful winner and while today's ground is likely to be softer, he is capable. Ideal Du Tabert is also useful and while well held at Fairyhouse last month, had previously run well behind a capable winner at Leopardstown in March and should give the selection a race. Flidais ran well in a course maiden hurdle last month (beating Kileemore Lad into fourth) but faces a stiffer test. Lazer Wolf has ability but probably needs to improve while the three newcomers face experienced rivals.

It's tough to ignore the claims of RULE THE WIND who made a promising start to his hurdle career at Tipperary last month and can strike for the Willie Mullins team. Gavin Cromwell pair Lazer Wolf and Ideal du Tabert may provide the main opposition unless the betting vibes are strong regarding the Gordon Elliott newcomers.

RULE THE WIND was only narrowly denied at Tipperary last month and that form is already starting to take shape
Class & Speed Card

Based on the summary, the horses that are most likely to perform well are 14/1 (14) SHEISHYBRID, 3/1 (6) NINE GRACES, and 6/1 (10) DESERT HEATHER. 14/1 (14) SHEISHYBRID has had recent wins over hurdles and also has experience on the flat, which could give them an edge in this race. 3/1 (6) NINE GRACES is bidding for a hat-trick and has had recent wins in handicap hurdles. 6/1 (10) DESERT HEATHER has had a career-best win on h'cap debut last month and is unexposed as a stayer. It's important to note that horse racing can be unpredictable and there are many factors that can affect a horse's performance on the day of the race.

DESERT HEATHER was an easy winner on her last visit here and may be able to follow up despite a stone hike. The Cloudings mare appreciate the step up in trip and nicer ground when scoring by an impressive nine lengths just over three weeks ago. This is tougher now but that track form is a big plus. Law Ella is another mare who comes into this in fine form after a cosy success at Downpatrick last time. She got 7lb for that four-and-a-half length win and could be competitive again despite the rise. It could be a race between the mares in the field with Nine Graces also holding obvious claims. She's on a hat-trick after wins at Punchestown and Ballinrobe and was good when winning on her handicap debut last time, resulting in a 12lb hike. Former high-class staying hurdle Ronald Pump heads the weights but may find it tough against some progressive rivals.

A good-quality handicap and it may pay to focus on the trio arriving on the up. NINE GRACES is improving fast having been fitted with a tongue tie and is selected to take the step up in class in her stride and complete the hat-trick. With 3m not certain to suit the smooth-travelling mare Law Ella, Desert Heather is feared most.

LEVEL NEVERENDING has been running in some mightily competitive handicaps of late and he may find this a bit easier
Class & Speed Card

Prediction: 3/1 (5) ITSWHATUNITESUS is likely to do well in this race as a useful hurdler with a high rating. 5/1 (8) PERCY WARNER and 6.5/1 (2) DREAL DEAL are also expected to be in the top 3. The reserves, 7/1 (17) MACDERMOTT and 12/1 (15) NONBINDING, could be strong contenders if they get a run.

GET MY DRIFT sets a good standard here off a mark of 130 and can open his chasing account. The Spanish Moon gelding has been placed in two of his four starts over fences and ran a solid race in a competitive handicap at Leopardstown when last seen in February. This is a more winnable opportunity now. Percy Warner is rated just a pound inferior and looks a danger. The Ocovango gelding has also been in action in handicap company and this probably gives him a better chance of getting closer now. Dreal Deal ran well to finish third at Tipperary last month and is another for the shortlist.

ITSWHATUNITESUS got no further than the first on his latest start over hurdles at Punchestown 2 weeks ago but his overall profile over hurdles is a positive one and, making a quick switch to chasing for his leading yard, he could be the way to go. This is competitive however, with Get My Drift, Percy Warner and Dreal Deal others to note. Paul Marvel certainly can't be ruled out either on his chasing bow.

Having run a fine race in a strong handicap at Leopardstown last time, GET MY DRIFT should be able to get off the mark here.
Class & Speed Card

1st: 8/1 (12) ARCTIC AMBITION 2nd: 5/1 (3) CLIFTON WARRIOR 3rd: 8/1 (4) FALCO BLITZ

ARCTIC AMBITION was left to run out a cosy winner here three weeks ago and may be able to defy an 8lb rise. The Arctic Cosmos gelding looked to have the measure of Gali Flight when that rival unseated at the last and went on to record a five-and-a-half length success. Barring one poor run at Leopardstown he has been progressive over fences since joining Gordon Elliott and there may be another one in him. Clifton Warrior doesn't look harshly treated on his first go in handicap company over fences having been runner-up on both chase starts to date. He could be a danger. Pairc Na Ngael won two when last seen in the autumn and the market may prove the best guide to his chances on his return.

Back to form with a close third at Limerick last time, FALCO BLITZ could be the answer. He has slipped to a dangerous mark and is marginally preferred to The Tack Room, who has posted some creditable efforts in recent months and is also feasibly treated. Arctic Ambition and the hat-trick seeking Pairc Na Ngael both command respect, too.

Likely to be suited by stepping up to this trip after a pair of second places in beginners' chases over 2m, CLIFTON WARRIOR can score.
Class & Speed Card

1st: 1.75/1 (6) JOSHUA DES FLOS 2nd: 40/1 (1) COMEONARCHIE 3rd: 3.5/1 (12) YOU OUGHTA KNOW

JOSHUA DES FLOS is probably the one to beat on bumper form to date. He has been placed in a couple of strong events, chasing home Ballybawn Belter on debut before finishing third to Absolute Notions at Punchestown when last seen in November, and that sets a good standard. £400,000 purchase Croke Park makes his 'track' debut. The Walk In The Park gelding won the second of two starts in point-to-points when scoring at Dromahane in April 2022 having been runner-up on his debut. Willie Mullins saddles newcomer You Oughta Know and he commands obvious respect. The Beat Hollow is out of a half-sister to Grade 1 winner Pont Alexandre.

CROKE PARK fetched a hefty sum after winning the second of his two starts in points and should be up to making a successful debut for top connections. You Oughta Know is nicely bred and could give him most to think about, while Joshua des Flos is the best of those with Rules form.

It is hard to get away from the claims of JOSHUA DES FLOS(nap), who was third in a strong Punchestown maiden hurdle on his last start
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