Lingfield Races & Results Tomform Friday 26th February 2021

There were 39 Races on Friday 26th February 2021 across 5 meetings. There was 7 races at Warwick, 8 races at Lingfield, 8 races at Exeter, 8 races at Dundalk, 8 races at Wolverhampton, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Friday 26th February 2021

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

13:10 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Betway Casino Handicap 13 Runners


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 (12) French Minstrel (9/1 -170%)
French Minstrel

9/1(-170%)
(12) French Minstrel 9/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 28/1, running below form when in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 18 days ago ( past the post but subsequently disqualified). Visor on 1st time. Others have achieved more.
2
2nd (7) Libbretta (5.5/1 +31%)
Libbretta

5.5/1(+31%)
(7) Libbretta 5.5/1, Good second of 11 in handicap at this C&D (AW, 9/1) 28 days ago, well positioned. Shortlist material.
3
3rd (8) Foresee (10/1 +50%)
Foresee

10/1(+50%)
(8) Foresee 10/1, 7/1, fifth of 8 in handicap at Kempton (12f) 20 days ago. Something to find on form.
4
4th (2) Minster (8/1 +11%)
Minster

8/1(+11%)
(2) Minster 8/1, 15/2, seventh of 8 in handicap at Kempton (12f) 20 days ago, having run of race.
5th
5th (4) Dream Magic (18/1 +10%)
Dream Magic

18/1(+10%)
(4) Dream Magic 18/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. Fourth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 17/2) 13 days ago. Others more persuasive.
6th
6th (10) Mi Laddo (10/1 +9%)
Mi Laddo

10/1(+9%)
(10) Mi Laddo 10/1, Winner at Kempton in January. Good second of 11 in minor event (4/5) at Kempton (12f) 27 days ago, conceding first run. Enters calculations.
7th
7th (11) G For Gabrial (5.5/1 -10%)
G For Gabrial

5.5/1(-10%)
(11) G For Gabrial 5.5/1, Won 11-runner handicap (11/2) at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 26 days ago, keeping on well. Merits consideration.
8th
8th (9) Peace Prevails (28/1 -133%)
Peace Prevails

28/1(-133%)
(9) Peace Prevails 28/1, 5/1, fifth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, heavy) 96 days ago. Off 96 days. Fair on the Flat, below form on last Flat outing.
9th
9th (1) Rakematiz (5/1 +50%)
Rakematiz

5/1(+50%)
(1) Rakematiz 5/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in January. Eighth of 10 in handicap at this course (10f, AW, 7/1) 27 days ago, not ideally placed.
10th
10th (6) Cold Harbour (14/1 +0%)
Cold Harbour

14/1(+0%)
(6) Cold Harbour 14/1, Course winner. Below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f, 2/1) 37 days ago.
11th
11th (5) Mister Blue (4.5/1 +0%)
Mister Blue

4.5/1(+0%)
(5) Mister Blue 4.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 4/1, good second of 8 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f) 56 days ago, sticking to task. Makes polytrack debut.
12th
12th (3) Percy Prosecco (20/1 -11%)
Percy Prosecco

20/1(-11%)
(3) Percy Prosecco 20/1, 7/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Kempton (12f) 20 days ago. Others more persuasive.
13th
13th (13) Nelson's Hill (250/1 -150%)
Nelson's Hill

250/1(-150%)
(13) Nelson's Hill 250/1, Eleventh of 12 in handicap at this course (6f, AW, 66/1). Off 23 months. Significantly up in trip.
LTO Selection:

13:10 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.


13:45 Lingfield Stakes (Class 5) 12f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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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 (6) Nellie Moon (3.5/1 -5%)
Nellie Moon

3.5/1(-5%)
(6) Nellie Moon 3.5/1, Promising individual. Unfortunate not finish a little closer when 3 lengths fourth in 1½m Kempton novice 41 days ago. Open to further improvement.
2
2nd (2) Percy Willis (1.5/1 -36%)
Percy Willis

1.5/1(-36%)
(2) Percy Willis 1.5/1, Left his 2 runs last autumn behind when encouraging third of 10 in 1¼m novice here 21 days ago, never nearer. Should be more to come now moving up in trip and leading claims.
3
3rd (1) Flying Instructor (40/1 +0%)
Flying Instructor

40/1(+0%)
(1) Flying Instructor 40/1, Nayef gelding. Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to useful 1¼m-1½m winner (stayed easy 1¾m) Sgt Schultz. Wears hood on debut. Likely best watched.
5th
5th (3) Radiant Light (5.5/1 +31%)
Radiant Light

5.5/1(+31%)
(3) Radiant Light 5.5/1, Twice-raced maiden. 50/1, stepped up considerably on debut when 6 lengths fourth of 6 in 1¼m novice here 4 weeks ago. May do better again.
6th
6th (4) Road To Ringlet (12/1 +52%)
Road To Ringlet

12/1(+52%)
(4) Road To Ringlet 12/1, Cameron Highland gelding. Dam placed at 1m-10.5f out of winning half-sister to smart 1m-1¼m (Canadian Grade 1) winner Reggane. Betting should guide to expectations on debut.
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|DQ| (5) Cherokee Dance (3.5/1 -5%)
Cherokee Dance

3.5/1(-5%)
(5) Cherokee Dance 3.5/1, Ran twice in September, benefiting from step up to 1¼m when second at Newcastle latterly. Longer trip again should suit on return. More to come.
LTO Selection:

13:45 Lingfield Stakes (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow

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


14:20 Lingfield Handicap (Class 3) 10f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Betway Handicap 6 Runners


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) Byford (1.75/1 +7%)
Byford

1.75/1(+7%)
(3) Byford 1.75/1, Improving gelding who made it 2-3 when easily landing minor event at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 18 days ago. Into handicaps now on a good opening mark so holds leading claims.
2
2nd (6) Charlie Arthur (8.5/1 -6%)
Charlie Arthur

8.5/1(-6%)
(6) Charlie Arthur 8.5/1, Dual 1m winner last yer who arrives in decent nick, fourth of 7 in handicap at Kempton (11f, 8/1) 23 days ago. Respected.
3
3rd (2) Oslo (5.5/1 +15%)
Oslo

5.5/1(+15%)
(2) Oslo 5.5/1, Latest win at Chelmsford City in December but had busy spell of late and well below par when last of 4 in handicap over C&D 21 days ago. Sort to bounce back.
4
4th (5) Nonios (14/1 -17%)
Nonios

14/1(-17%)
(5) Nonios 14/1, C&D winner 12 months ago but his recent form is far less encouraging, 40/1 when only sixth of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f) 35 days ago. Back up in trip with work to do.
5th
5th (4) Crimewave (2/1 +11%)
Crimewave

2/1(+11%)
(4) Crimewave 2/1, Gained third C&D win with career-best effort in 13-runner handicap 28 days ago, well on top at the finish. Hit with 5 lb rise but form has been franked so he's not taken lightly.
6th
6th (1) El Ghazwani (11/1 -100%)
El Ghazwani

11/1(-100%)
(1) El Ghazwani 11/1, 6-time C&D winner but he failed to build on recent run when last of 6 in handicap at this C&D (AW) 48 days ago. Needs to get back on track.
LTO Selection:

14:20 Lingfield Handicap (Class 3) 10f Race Class Flow

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


14:55 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Get Your Ladbrokes Daily Odds Boost Handicap 12 Runners


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) Kingdom Found (5/1 -25%)
Kingdom Found

5/1(-25%)
(3) Kingdom Found 5/1, Creditable third of 7 in handicap (15/8) at this course (10f, AW) 20 days ago. Mark unchanged and should be on the premises once more.
2
2nd (10) Final Fantasy (20/1 -25%)
Final Fantasy

20/1(-25%)
(10) Final Fantasy 20/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 250/1, last of 10 in maiden at this course (5f, AW) 30 days ago. Significantly up in trip now pitched into a handicap and she's one to monitor closely in the betting.
3
3rd (1) Eyes (3/1 +33%)
Eyes

3/1(+33%)
(1) Eyes 3/1, Creditable third of 10 in claimer at this course (7f, AW, 7/2) 28 days ago, slowly away. First run for yard after leaving Jamie Osborne and cheekpieces back on. Merits consideration.
4
4th (6) Heatherdown Matron (8.5/1 -6%)
Heatherdown Matron

8.5/1(-6%)
(6) Heatherdown Matron 8.5/1, 11/2, fifth of 8 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 12 days ago. Makes polytrack debut and minor place money is probably the best she can hope for.
5th
5th (4) Kinghenrytheninth (18/1 -29%)
Kinghenrytheninth

18/1(-29%)
(4) Kinghenrytheninth 18/1, Thrice-raced maiden. First run since leaving Paul George when seventh of 11 in minor event (200/1) at Kempton (8f) 23 days ago. Improvement needed on this handicap debut.
6th
6th (9) Peppermint Truffle (3.2/1 -60%)
Peppermint Truffle

3.2/1(-60%)
(9) Peppermint Truffle 3.2/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Second of 8 in handicap (9/1) at Southwell (8.1f) 12 days ago, clear of rest. Big player if able to at least match that form now switched to polytrack.
7th
7th (12) Paige's Raptor (200/1 -203%)
Paige's Raptor

200/1(-203%)
(12) Paige's Raptor 200/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 7 in handicap at this course (10f, AW, 50/1) 20 days ago. Readily passed over.
8th
8th (5) Vino Santo (14/1 +30%)
Vino Santo

14/1(+30%)
(5) Vino Santo 14/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 200/1, last of 13 in minor event at Newmarket (7f, heavy), considerately handled. Off 119 days ahead of this handicap debut and big step forward needed.
9th
9th (2) Hanoverian King (6/1 +57%)
Hanoverian King

6/1(+57%)
(2) Hanoverian King 6/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 11 in nursery (10/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 58 days ago. Looks set for another struggle.
10th
10th (8) Apache Jewel (18/1 -100%)
Apache Jewel

18/1(-100%)
(8) Apache Jewel 18/1, Good third of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 50/1) 16 days ago. That represented a step forward and, now 1 lb lower, she should make her presence felt.
11th
11th (7) Zankala (22/1 +12%)
Zankala

22/1(+12%)
(7) Zankala 22/1, 28/1, eleventh of 12 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 20 days ago. Hopes pinned on first-time blinkers sparking improvement.
12th
12th (11) Ladyroc (80/1 -21%)
Ladyroc

80/1(-21%)
(11) Ladyroc 80/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 300/1, eighth of 10 in minor event at this C&D (AW) 86 days ago. Makes handicap debut.
LTO Selection:

14:55 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.


15:30 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Bombardier British-Hopped Amber Beer Handicap (Div 1) 9 Runners


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 (6) Mercurist (1.75/1 +3%)
Mercurist

1.75/1(+3%)
(6) Mercurist 1.75/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in February. 6/4 proved too keen when sixth of 13 in handicap at this course (10f, AW) 6 days ago. Remains one to be interested in.
2
2nd (5) Act Of Magic (20/1 -82%)
Act Of Magic

20/1(-82%)
(5) Act Of Magic 20/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2019. 6/1, bit below form fifth of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) in October. Possible this run will be needed on the back of 4 months off.
3
3rd (1) Hunters Step (3/1 -84%)
Hunters Step

3/1(-84%)
(1) Hunters Step 3/1, First run since leaving Gay Kelleway when 11/2, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (8f) 8 days ago. No surprise to see him go well again under a penalty.
4
4th (8) Mrs Benson (8/1 +50%)
Mrs Benson

8/1(+50%)
(8) Mrs Benson 8/1, One win from 33 Flat runs. 14/1, ninth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 30 days ago. Others make more appeal for win purposes.
5th
5th (7) Maazel (8/1 +6%)
Maazel

8/1(+6%)
(7) Maazel 8/1, Course winner. Two wins from 45 Flat runs. Fourteen runs since last win in 2019. Fourth of 13 in handicap (80/1) at this course (10f, AW) 6 days ago, left poorly placed. Task is to build on that now.
6th
6th (3) Word Of Honour (22/1 -83%)
Word Of Honour

22/1(-83%)
(3) Word Of Honour 22/1, Unreliable individual. 9/2 and eyeshields on for 1st time, last of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 26 days ago, hampered. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Needs to step up.
7th
7th (10) Nicky Baby (66/1 -100%)
Nicky Baby

66/1(-100%)
(10) Nicky Baby 66/1, One win from 42 Flat runs. Eighteen runs since last win in 2019. Sixth of 9 in handicap (33/1) at Chelmsford City (8f) 8 days ago. Easy enough to look elsewhere.
8th
8th (9) Chica Del Dia (20/1 -82%)
Chica Del Dia

20/1(-82%)
(9) Chica Del Dia 20/1, Creditable sixth of 10 in handicap at this C&D (AW, 12/1) 35 days ago, staying on final 100 yds. Needs to step up to play a lead role here.
9th
9th (4) Tuned For Power (5/1 +72%)
Tuned For Power

5/1(+72%)
(4) Tuned For Power 5/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, seventh of 8 in handicap (22/1) at Newcastle (8f) 36 days ago. Mark is easing all the time but he needs to show more before becoming of interest.
LTO Selection:

15:30 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.


16:05 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Bombardier British-Hopped Amber Beer Handicap (Div 2) 9 Runners


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) Rivas Rob Roy (4.5/1 +18%)
Rivas Rob Roy

4.5/1(+18%)
(7) Rivas Rob Roy 4.5/1, Course winner who wasn't seen to best effect when sixth of 13 in minor event at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 9 days ago, not ideally placed. Each-way player.
2
2nd (4) Corrida De Toros (4.5/1 -13%)
Corrida De Toros

4.5/1(-13%)
(4) Corrida De Toros 4.5/1, Bit below form sixth of 11 in handicap (6/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 18 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. On a decent mark if bouncing back.
3
3rd (2) The Warrior (3.5/1 -40%)
The Warrior

3.5/1(-40%)
(2) The Warrior 3.5/1, Back to winning ways when taking 13-runner handicap at this course (10f, AW) 6 days ago, driven out. Still fairly treated, despite a 4lb penalty, and holds strong follow-up claims.
4
4th (3) Afro Blue (4/1 +47%)
Afro Blue

4/1(+47%)
(3) Afro Blue 4/1, Last of 7 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 47 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Still looking for first success.
5th
5th (8) Valletta Sunset (14/1 -17%)
Valletta Sunset

14/1(-17%)
(8) Valletta Sunset 14/1, Claims on best form but didn't respond to first-time blinkers when well held at Chelmsford City last time.
6th
6th (6) Mungo's Quest (14/1 +13%)
Mungo's Quest

14/1(+13%)
(6) Mungo's Quest 14/1, Tenth of 13 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 80 days ago. Hood on 1st time. Something to find on form.
7th
7th (1) Lothario (4/1 -14%)
Lothario

4/1(-14%)
(1) Lothario 4/1, Below par in first-time hood on Chelmsford City reappearance but shaped well on several occasions last year and has been given a chance by the handicapper. Cheekpieces back on.
8th
8th (5) Mojambo (80/1 -186%)
Mojambo

80/1(-186%)
(5) Mojambo 80/1, Had a good spell for Stephen Hanlon last winter but well held on debut for new trainer in November. Tongue strap back on.
9th
9th (9) Haraz (80/1 -100%)
Haraz

80/1(-100%)
(9) Haraz 80/1, Not the easiest to win with and hasn't threatened in 3 starts this year.
LTO Selection:

16:05 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.


16:35 Lingfield Handicap (Class 4) 5f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

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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) Outrage (5.5/1 +21%)
Outrage

5.5/1(+21%)
(2) Outrage 5.5/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in January. Last of 5 in handicap (5/1) at Newcastle (5f) 15 days ago, slowly away. Could bounce back but he's reliant on a strong pace.
2
2nd (4) Saaheq (1.38/1 -10%)
Saaheq

1.38/1(-10%)
(4) Saaheq 1.38/1, 15/2, improved on recent efforts to win 8-runner handicap at this C&D (AW) 6 days ago. Still very well treated under a 4-lb penalty, so should follow up if the race doesn't come too soon.
3
3rd (3) Tin Hat (5/1 -25%)
Tin Hat

5/1(-25%)
(3) Tin Hat 5/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2019. Visored for 1st time, good second of 6 in handicap (9/2) at this course (6f, AW) 30 days ago, outbattled. Blinkers on 1st time.
3
3rd (5) Capla Spirit (5.5/1 +8%)
Capla Spirit

5.5/1(+8%)
(5) Capla Spirit 5.5/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in January. 8/1, respectable 3¾ lengths fourth of 8 to Saaheq in handicap at this C&D (AW) 6 days ago, running on. Unlikely to reverse the form.
5th
5th (1) Pop Dancer (4.5/1 -13%)
Pop Dancer

4.5/1(-13%)
(1) Pop Dancer 4.5/1, Latest win at Chelmsford City in November. 10/1, creditable neck second of 5 to Outrage in handicap at this C&D (AW) 30 days ago, rallying.
LTO Selection:

16:35 Lingfield Handicap (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow

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


17:10 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Ladbrokes Watch Racing Online For Free Handicap 7 Runners


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 (6) Hotalena (5.5/1 +0%)
Hotalena

5.5/1(+0%)
(6) Hotalena 5.5/1, Winner at Newcastle in November. Visored for 1st time, returned to form when second of 7 in claimer (4/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 25 days ago. Solid each-way claims under competent 5-lb claimer.
2
2nd (1) Expert Opinion (6.5/1 +24%)
Expert Opinion

6.5/1(+24%)
(1) Expert Opinion 6.5/1, 11/1, returned to form when fourth of 5 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 10 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Visor on 1st time. Needs more help from the handicapper to feature.
3
3rd (4) Marta Boy (9/1 -20%)
Marta Boy

9/1(-20%)
(4) Marta Boy 9/1, 5/2 and visored for 1st time, first run since leaving Jane Chapple-Hyam when 4¼ lengths fifth of 9 to Swooper in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 8 days ago. Hard to see him turning the tables here.
4
4th (3) Swooper (3/1 -50%)
Swooper

3/1(-50%)
(3) Swooper 3/1, Career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (5f, 18/1) 8 days ago by 1¼ lengths from the reopposing Mehmo, keeping on well. Carries penalty. Not taken lightly.
5th
5th (2) Bayamon Belle (10/1 +9%)
Bayamon Belle

10/1(+9%)
(2) Bayamon Belle 10/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Showed a bit more than previously when fifth of 7 in minor event (80/1) at this course (6f, AW) 13 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Uphill task but Richard Kingscote booked.
6th
6th (5) Mehmo (2/1 +40%)
Mehmo

2/1(+40%)
(5) Mehmo 2/1, 5/2, good 1¼ lengths second of 9 to Swooper in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 8 days ago, no match for winner and again looking tricky under pressure. Should be in the mix again.
7th
7th (7) Apache Mist (18/1 -13%)
Apache Mist

18/1(-13%)
(7) Apache Mist 18/1, Took a step back in the right direction when 4 lengths third of 9 to Swooper in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f, 50/1) 8 days ago, running on late. Probably wants a return to 6f so others preferred.
LTO Selection:

17:10 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.


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