There were 38 Races on Wednesday 18th December 2024 across 5 meetings. There was 7 races at Lingfield, 7 races at Newbury, 7 races at Ludlow, 9 races at Kempton, 8 races at Dundalk, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.
The data in the racecards below is for the past year. View the racecard key.
Class & Speed Card
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

ROARING CONQUEST wasn't seen to best effect when caught flat-footed off a sedate gallop on his fourth-placed hurdles bow at Uttoxeter last month. Olly Murphy's charge should have learned plenty from that experience and he looks ready to open his account under Rules. Jackstell found only a Grade 2 bumper winner too strong on his opening bid over timber at Huntingdon 25 days ago and he is feared most, ahead of Rip Wheeler.

Having won his bumper in Ireland, JACKSTELL found a sharp 2m against him on hurdles debut at Huntingdon but he did keep on well for second. Sure to build on that upped in trip, he's marginally preferred in favour of Roaring Conquest, while Girls Best Friend requires a market check on Rules debut.

This looks to be a match between Olly Murphy's Roaring Conquest and Jamie Snowden's JACKSTELL, with preference for the latter.
Class & Speed Card
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.

A 179-day layoff worked the oracle for ANGEL'S DREAM when digging deep to repel reopposing rival Superstylin over C&D last month. A 5lb rise in the ratings doesn't appear insurmountable for the six-year-old and any improvement may see him follow up today. The aforementioned Superstylin merits respect racing off a 4lb higher mark, but a bigger threat may emerge from Smart Casual, who offered plenty to work with when finishing third on his chase bow at Hereford three weeks ago.

SMART CASUAL made a promising chasing debut when third at Hereford on return and looks the one to beat off the same mark with improvement forthcoming. There was little between Angel's Dream and Superstylin when first and second over C&D 3 weeks ago and they head the dangers.

A C&D rematch between Angel's Dream and SUPERSTYLIN, with the latter (raised 4lb) taken to gain his revenge on 1lb better terms.
Class & Speed Card
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

Smart Flat performer Miller Spirit scored with something in hand when making a winning hurdles debut over this track and trip 20 days ago and the son of Australia must enter calculations. However, WADE OUT's runner-up effort in a deeper event at Ascot last month looks the best form on offer and the five-year-old is slightly more compelling. What's One More receives 17lb from those two rivals, when taking her jockey's 3lb claim into account, and she could also feature if settling better.

Given the Flat form of MILLER SPIRIT, he's sure to leave behind the level achieved when a ready winner on hurdles debut over C&D 3 weeks ago, possibly to the extent that he improves beyond Wade Out, who is promising in his own right.

It isn't easy to choose between Miller Spirit and WADE OUT but, with substance to his Ascot form, Olly Murphy's charge is the pick.
Class & Speed Card
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.

Officer Of State was unable to justify a short price at Southwell last month when attempting to follow up on his earlier Fontwell triumph. The son of Golden Horn is now another 10lb higher and is respected, but TAMAR BRIDGE gets the nod. Olly Murphy's gelding returned from almost two years off the track to fill the runner-up spot at Uttoxeter in October and, if able to build on that display, a 3lb rise should be no barrier to success. Ring O Roses heads the remainder.

TAMAR BRIDGE showed no ill effects after a long absence when runner-up at Uttoxeter last time and can go one better now with that form having been franked. Guard Duty could emerge as the main danger to Olly Murphy's lightly-raced sort, with Ring O Roses the pick of the rest for minor honours.

Having looked ahead of his mark when winning at Fontwell last month, OFFICER OF STATE can win again. Tamar Bridge is next.
Class & Speed Card
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

AWORKINPROGRESS has looked anything but since winning over hurdles at Fontwell in March. Nick Gifford's charge made a successful chasing bow on his seasonal return in October, before following up to complete a hat-trick at Lingfield last month. The form of that latest triumph looks solid, given that he pulled well clear with the runner-up, so a 8lb rise might not be beyond him. Eyed, who bolted up at Market Rasen last time out, looks to be the main threat, while Lazy Sunday finished a creditable third at Bangor in October and she is also noted.

AWORKINPROGRESS continues to go from strength to strength and should make a bold bid as he goes for the 4-timer. Eyed has made a positive start for Hughie Morrison and rates a serious threat, while Innisfree Lass remains capable of better in this sphere.

Preference is for AWORKINPROGRESS, who came clear with a bang-in-form runner-up over C&D last month to make it 2-2 over fences.
Class & Speed Card
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

A 3lb rise in the ratings for Jolie Baie's runner-up effort at Huntingdon 25 days ago shouldn't prevent another bold bid, while Warranty boasts a similar profile after finishing second just two days later at Kempton. However, it could be worth taking a punt on the stoutly-bred WOLFSPEAR now that he is stepped up in trip. The son of Fame And Glory could only muster a fifth-placed finish on his reappearance at Uttoxeter last month, but Olly Murphy's runners have been improving for their comebacks and this may prove to be the case once more.

Having won a brace of Salisbury handicaps in May, WARRANTY made a sound return to hurdling when runner-up at Kempton 3 weeks ago and a repeat of that effort may well see him go one place better. Wolfspear looks worth a go at this trip so he's a danger, along with Howaya Now.

The one with solid claims here is JOLIE BAIE (nap) who returned to her best when second at Huntingdon. Tigerbythetail is next best.
Class & Speed Card
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 5 race.

TRUST HOUSE was value for further than the winning margin when making a winning handicap bow by a length and three-quarters at Leicester earlier this month. The four-year-old impressed with the way he travelled that day and a 7lb higher mark may prove to be on the lenient side. Snapius appreciated a drop in trip when finishing a close-up second over that same C&D 17 days ago. James Owen's inmate has been nudged up just 2lb in the ratings and he's feared most, ahead of fellow in-form rival Pyrotechnic.

TRUST HOUSE still looks ahead of his mark despite shouldering a 7 lb hike in the weights for his stylish Leicester victory so gets a confident vote. Both Snapius and Pyrotechnic arrive in good nick too and can chase home Olly Murphy's improver in that order.

A tricky finale. Trust House is respected but the recently hooded PYROTECHNIC, a runner-up over C&D last time, receives the vote.
Ths is the racecard key.
| Icon | Meaning |
|---|---|
![]() | TomForm top stats, gold rated |
![]() | TomForm top stats silver rated |
| Ran similar race before | |
| S | TomForm fatstest rated speed horse, last time out |
| T | Top Time speeed rated |
| Top Racingpost rated | |
| At the races watchout for | |
| At the races top pick | |
![]() | Top rated for thet statistic |
Please Watch this short video that will help you learn how to use Tomform.com to filter out the runners and find a winner in each race.
This is the 16:15 Kempton race from the video above backed at 28/1 earlier in the day.
Horse racing is a popular and historic sport in the UK, with a tradition dating back centuries. It is a multi-billion pound industry that attracts millions of spectators each year and generates significant economic activity.
There are two main types of horse racing in the UK: flat racing and jump racing. Flat racing is run on a level course and is typically shorter in distance, while jump racing involves horses jumping over obstacles and is generally longer in distance. Both types of racing are popular with spectators and bettors, and they take place at various racetracks throughout the country.
The most famous horse racing event in the UK is the Grand National, which is held annually at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool. It is a jump racing event that is known for its challenging course and has become a national institution in the UK. Other notable horse racing events in the UK include the Derby, held at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey, and the Royal Ascot, held at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.
Horse racing in the UK is regulated by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), which sets rules and standards for the industry. It is responsible for the welfare of racehorses and the safety of jockeys and trainers, as well as ensuring fair and transparent racing practices.
In addition to its economic and cultural importance, horse racing in the UK also plays a significant role in the breeding and training of thoroughbred horses. Many of the world's top thoroughbreds are bred and trained in the UK, and the industry plays a vital role in the preservation and promotion of the breed.
Overall, horse racing is an integral part of British culture and a major contributor to the country's economy. It is a thrilling and exciting sport that continues to attract a loyal following and generate significant interest from spectators and bettors around the world.