12:40 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 3) 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
2	2 (2) (9/2 +10%) Lallygag		4.5 9/2(+10%)																															(2) Lallygag 9/2, Brother to very smart chaser Lalor proved a useful novice hurdler last season, winning on 3 occasions. Shaped as if needing the run when mid-field at Cheltenham on his return in October and goes chasing from workable-looking mark. Brother to Grade 2-winning chaser Lalor; interesting switched to fences.
4	4 (4) (9/2 +0%) Russian Ruler		4.5 9/2(+0%)																															(4) Russian Ruler 9/2, Clearly not been the easiest to train but got back on track towards the end of last season, winning a Newbury handicap before following up with something in hand in an 8-runner novice at Kempton (16f, heavy). Up 7 lb but he can't be discounted on chase debut. Successful in last two hurdles starts; bred to make a chaser; may progress further.
3	3 (3) (10/3 -48%) Persian Time		3.333333 10/3(-48%)																															(3) Persian Time 10/3, Irish point runner-up was the beneficiary of some good fortune when making a winning start under Rules at Ascot last time. Followed that with good second-placed efforts either side of a stiff task in the Ballymore and he's a player sent chasing for his first handicap start. Retains low mileage and should do better still; big player on chase/handicap debut.
5	5 (5) (11/1 -10%) Richhill		11 11/1(-10%)																															(5) Richhill 11/1, Irish point winner landed short odds on second start over hurdles at Southwell in January. Matched that level both outings subsequently and seemed to take well enough to chasing until tiring when fifth of 11 in a Kempton handicap (20.5f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Should improve. May do better with Kempton reappearance under his belt and dropped back in trip.
1	1 (1) (15/8 +16%) Djelo		1.875 15/8(+16%)																															(1) Djelo 15/8, Fairly useful over hurdles and advanced his form significantly when rallying gamely to deny another smart prospect on chase debut at Aintree (15.8f, heavy, 7/2) 20 days ago. That was a hard race but he's open to further progress and sets a high standard. Rallied well to win at Aintree on chase debut and should improve further; respected.
6	6 (6) (18/1 +28%) Hecouldbetheone		18 18/1(+28%)																															(6) Hecouldbetheone 18/1, Dual winner as a novice hurdler for Gary Moore in 2021/22 and after missing last season, proved he retains most of his ability when fifth of 7 in handicap hurdle (18/1) at Plumpton (15.9f, good to soft) 25 days ago. May find this trip on sharp side sent chasing. Faces a stiffer assignment upped in grade on chase debut.

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12:40 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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DJELO scored on his chasing bow at Aintree last month and that form was franked by the fourth winning at Haydock on Saturday. Despite the lack of fences on that occasion, he jumped fine to beat a rival who had been very impressive at the same venue the time before and a 7lb rise doesn't seem to be insurmountable. The drop back in trip may benefit Persian Time, whose sole victory came just shy of 2m at Ascot on his hurdling debut, and he is preferred by Nico de Boinville over stable companion Russian Ruler, who ended up on the right track last season with victories here and at Kempton. That said, he had his third wind operation in the space of a year during the summer which has to be a concern. Lallygag is another to note on his first go over the larger obstacles.

A novice event featuring several interesting chase debutants, though DJELO may prove too stern a rival for any of the newcomers, with the Venetia Williams-trained gelding having looked some way ahead of his mark when scoring at Aintree last month. Lallygag hasn't had much racing in handicap company and can step forward with race fitness now under his belt, whilst Irish point runner-up Persian Time also merits respect after an encouraging hurdling campaign.

Aintree winner DJELO sets a solid standard and could well follow up. Persian Time is second choice.

12:40 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 3) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:15 Newbury Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
9	9 (9) (2/5 +40%) Wodhooh		0.4 2/5(+40%)																															(9) Wodhooh 2/5, Fair on the Flat and she has taken extremely well to hurdling, making it 3-3 in 7-runner juvenile at Down Royal 20 days ago. Rates the clear form pick so she should be able to maintain her unbeaten record. 3-3 over hurdles, winning at Down Royal most recently; useful filly, top on ratings.
1	1 (1) (4/1 +47%) Max Of Stars		4 4/1(+47%)																															(1) Max Of Stars 4/1, Has taken really well to hurdling, landing a fourth success from 6 starts when making all at Market Rasen (16.6f, good) in September. Not taken lightly in current mood. Productive filly who is 4-6 over hurdles and may not have stopped improving yet.
6	6 (6) (16/1 -45%) Ragosina		16 16/1(-45%)																															(6) Ragosina 16/1, Fair 10f winner on the Flat for James Ferguson who made a promising start in this sphere when second of nine in Musselburgh juvenile last month. Has more to offer so she's firmly in the picture. Flat winner; respectable second at Musselburgh on hurdles debut; possibilities.
8	8 (8) (16/1 -78%) Saisissante		16 16/1(-78%)																															(8) Saisissante 16/1, Fairly useful Flat winner at up to 1¼m in France. Refitted with blinkers/tongue tie combination (worn in France) when readily landing juvenile hurdle at Ludlow (15.8f, soft, 7/4) 22 days ago. Needs considering. Ludlow success took her overall record in tongue-tie/blinkers to 2111; shortlisted.
2	2 (2) (18/1 -29%) Doctor Nightingale		18 18/1(-29%)																															(2) Doctor Nightingale 18/1, Fair maiden on the Flat and has made a sound start to her hurdling career, third of 11 in juvenile hurdle (9/2) at Gowran (16f, heavy) 62 days ago. Holds solid claims. Has consistent form figures but she's greatly inferior to stablemate Wodhooh.
4	4 (4) (25/1 +24%) Majestic Jameela		25 25/1(+24%)																															(4) Majestic Jameela 25/1, Got off the mark in 5-runner juvenile hurdle at Leicester (15.5f, heavy, 2/5) 11 days ago. This demands more but she's not dismissed. Off the mark in weak affair at Leicester last week; brings a modest rating.
7	7 (7) (28/1 -12%) Rue De La Mer		28 28/1(-12%)																															(7) Rue De La Mer 28/1, Fair maiden on the Flat in France for Fabrice Vermeulen. Since changed hands for 12,000 euros and she's much respected now going hurdling after a wind op for her top yard. 0-7 on Flat in France; sold for 12,000euros since last run; check market signals.
3	3 (3) (66/1 -371%) Ezmerellda		66 66/1(-371%)																															(3) Ezmerellda 66/1, Fair maiden on the Flat but only ninth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (14f) 35 days ago. Still commands respect now going hurdling. Ordinary maiden on Flat; faces tough task on hurdles debut.
5	5 (5) (125/1 -468%) Noble Hilltop		125 125/1(-468%)																															(5) Noble Hilltop 125/1, Modest form shown in her two runs over hurdles, fourth of 11 in juvenile hurdle (150/1) at Fairyhouse (16f, heavy) 24 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time with lots more required. Twice-raced Irish filly who needs to improve for the first-time headgear.

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13:15 Newbury Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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WODHOOH was made to work hard to maintain her unbeaten record at Down Royal but this should be a more simple task for Gordon Elliott's filly in her attempt to gain some valuable black-type. Max Of Stars enjoyed a productive spell over the summer months, winning four of her six outings, and has to be respected, along with Ludlow scorer Saisissante and Ragosina.

Gordon Elliott's WODHOOH hasn't looked back since sent hurdling and possesses much the best form on offer too so rates a confident choice to go 4-4 in this sphere. Max of Stars is another who has taken really well to this discipline and she rates the chief threat ahead of Musselburgh runner-up Ragosina and newcomers Ezmerellda and Rue de La Mer.

Judged on her Irish form, WODHOOH sets a clear standard. A few of the British fillies are open to further improvement.

13:15 Newbury Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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13:50 Newbury Maiden Chase (Class 1) 20f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
3	3 (3) (4/1 +33%) Marble Sands		4 4/1(+33%)																															(3) Marble Sands 4/1, Developed into a useful hurdler for Fergal O'Brien last season, winning 3 times and didn't disgrace himself in Grade 1s at the Cheltenham and Aintree festivals. Perfect start over fences for new yard when landing an 8-runner Ayr (16.5f, good) handicap on return and he's open to improvement. Took well to chasing at Ayr on reappearance; could well progress further.
5	5 (5) (8/1 -14%) No Ordinary Joe		8 8/1(-14%)																															(5) No Ordinary Joe 8/1, Made a winning reappearance at Kempton (2m, soft) last December prior to acquitting himself well in a trio of strong handicap hurdles, not least when runner-up in the Martin Pipe at Cheltenham in March. Likely to make his mark over fences but this is a tough starting point. Useful handicap hurdler; however, has something to find on these terms.
4	4 (4) (10/3 +26%) Nickle Back		3.333333 10/3(+26%)																															(4) Nickle Back 10/3, Hurdles form was inferior to most of these but he has looked a real natural since sent chasing, winning handicaps at Warwick and Stratford (both at around 2½m on good/heavy) with minimum fuss. This is a steep rise in class but he may well prove equal to the task. Has won his two chase starts by an aggregate of 43l; good prospect for Sarah Humphrey.
6	6 (6) (13/2 +41%) Tightenourbelts		6.5 13/2(+41%)																															(6) Tightenourbelts 13/2, Chased home Paul Nicholls-trained novices at Taunton and Market Rasen before opening his account in a Ludlow maiden hurdle in March. Looks destined for bigger and better things in this sphere judged on chase debut success back at Ludlow (2½m, soft) last month. Easily defied top weight in novice handicap at Ludlow on reappearance; improving.
2	2 (2) (13/8 -30%) Hermes Allen		1.625 13/8(-30%)																															(2) Hermes Allen 13/8, Successful first 3 starts over hurdles last term, including a most impressive display in the Challow Hurdle here on New Year's Eve. Came up short at the big festivals during the spring but since undergone a wind op and this former point winner is armed with obvious potential now switched to fences. Major prospect for novice chases; respected back at the scene of his Challow success.
1	1 (1) (18/1 -200%) Colonel Mustard		18 18/1(-200%)																															(1) Colonel Mustard 18/1, Winner of just one of his 12 hurdles starts but his record in that sphere is very solid, with several placed efforts in graded company. Matched previous chase form when runner-up in a Down Royal maiden (19.6f, soft) 3 weeks ago and this Irish raider remains capable of better over fences. Has clear possibilities on his spring hurdles form; fourth attempt over fences.

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13:50 Newbury Maiden Chase (Class 1) 20f Race Class Flow

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Last season's Ballymore favourite HERMES ALLEN makes his debut over fences at this level, which suggests he has schooled very well at home. The son of Poliglote is a Grade 1 winner over the smaller obstacles here and could make an immediate impression for the in-form Paul Nicholls yard. The main danger is Nickle Back, who has been mightily impressive on both of his chase starts, including when bolting up by 19 lengths at Stratford last time. Tightenourbelts edges out No Ordinary Joe to be best of the rest.

It would be unwise to underestimate MARBLE SANDS, who was some way behind Hermes Allen in the Challow Hurdle here last season but he already looks a better chaser judged on his decisive winning debut in this sphere at Ayr. Hermes Allen was mightily impressive in the Challow and will be a serious threat if he takes to fences at the first attempt, while Nickle Back, like Marble Sands, has already surpassed his hurdles form since switched to fences and he is greatly respected.

Hermes Allen is respected back at the scene of his Challow win but NICKLE BACK has high hopes of turning over the Ditcheat runner.

13:50 Newbury Maiden Chase (Class 1) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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14:25 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 2) 20f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
6	6 (6) (5/1 -67%) Frero Banbou		5 5/1(-67%)																															(6) Frero Banbou 5/1, Positive start to last season when runner-up in Grade 3 Ascot handicap (16.8f) but was unable to build on that in 4 outings thereafter. However, shaped well for a long way when third at Aintree on return 3 weeks ago and potentially on a nice mark if building on that. Third in the Grand Sefton on reappearance; remains on a handy mark; big player.
8	8 (8) (6/5 +70%) Kandoo Kid		1.2 6/5(+70%)																															(8) Kandoo Kid 6/5, Bumper/hurdles winner in 2021. Just the 4 outings since but produced best effort when close second over C&D 3 weeks ago, just failing. Remains unexposed. Solid second, clear of remainder, over C&D last time; capable of going one better.
1	1 (1) (7/1 -40%) Sail Away		7 7/1(-40%)																															(1) Sail Away 7/1, Gained a deserved first chasing success in a 3-runner Warwick handicap (3m, good) in May 2022 and proved better than ever when running his rivals ragged from the front at Ayr (24.1f, good) when last seen 7 months ago. Plenty to like on return (has had another wind op). Solid record last term included a couple of easy wins over 3m; progressive.
5	5 (5) (9/1 +25%) Karl Philippe		9 9/1(+25%)																															(5) Karl Philippe 9/1, Fine start to last season, scoring at Wetherby prior to finding just one too good back there on Boxing Day. Failed to make an impact since but goes well fresh so not taken lightly now back in calmer waters on return. Return to 2m4f looks a plus; started last season in top form; could go well.
2	2 (2) (11/2 +15%) Iron Bridge		5.5 11/2(+15%)																															(2) Iron Bridge 11/2, Bumper/dual hurdle winner who took record to 4-4 in a warm Carlisle novice handicap on chase debut/return last season. Left with nothing to beat at Haydock before good runner-up efforts at Warwick/Uttoxeter (20f, good to soft) last 2 starts. Off 8 months and remains one to keep on the right side. Progressive sort but he's perhaps not crying out for this drop back to 2m4f.
7	7 (7) (11/1 +56%) Goose Man		11 11/1(+56%)																															(7) Goose Man 11/1, Useful chaser for Tom Taaffe and was able to defy a lay-off of fully 32 months to win selling handicap hurdle on the bridle at Huntingdon 17 days ago. This much tougher but must be respected back over fences off same mark. Won selling handicap hurdle on debut for new yard; this is a much stiffer task.
3	3 (3) (33/1 -450%) The Big Bite		33 33/1(-450%)																															(3) The Big Bite 33/1, Useful sort on his day and back to that level in first-time headgear when narrow winner of Greatwood Gold Cup over C&D in March. Headgear didn't have same effect at Aintree next time, however. Off 6 months. Inconsistent in recent times but won a notable handicap over C&D in March.

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14:25 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 2) 20f Race Class Flow

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Sail Away has undergone wind surgery since scoring by a comfortable 11 lengths over 3m at Ayr when last seen in April and he could get involved off a 9lb higher mark. However, recent Grand Sefton third FRERO BANBOU gets the vote as his mark has been left unchanged which could make him tough to beat in this grade. Kandoo Kid was an encouraging second over C&D last time and would be foolish to dismiss.

The progressive IRON BRIDGE arguably should have added another win to his tally at Uttoxeter on his final start last season and remains a chaser who needs to be kept on the right side of. Sail Away was a dominant winner at Ayr when last seen in April so is another to consider, while Frero Banbou shaped well for a long way in the Grand Sefton at Aintree on his return and is potentially on a good mark if building on that.

Novice chaser KANDOO KID (nap) posted a solid effort over C&D three weeks ago and can go one better. Frero Banbou is second choice.

14:25 Newbury Handicap Chase (Class 2) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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15:00 Newbury Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 24f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
2	2 (2) (2/1 +50%) Dashel Drasher		2 2/1(+50%)																															(2) Dashel Drasher 2/1, Tough and likeable sort who ran stormers when second in the Relkeel, Cleeve and Stayers' Hurdles (all Cheltenham) last season. Shaped as if needing the run when 5¾ lengths third on 3m Wetherby reappearance 4 weeks ago. Big shout if back to his best. Runner-up in the Stayers' Hurdle last term; good chance if back to that form.
1	1 (1) (4/1 -45%) Paisley Park		4 4/1(-45%)																															(1) Paisley Park 4/1, Won this in 2019 and finished runner-up in it for a second time when edged out by Champ in a thrilling renewal last year. Also added a third Long Walk success a month later but he's saddled with a 6 lb penalty for that here and he ended last season on a low note. Grand stayer whose form figures in this contest read 1232; warrants respect.
6	6 (6) (6/5 -32%) Marie's Rock		1.2 6/5(-32%)																															(6) Marie's Rock 6/5, Dual Grade 1 winner in mares' company. Better than ever when landing the Relkeel at Cheltenham (by 6 lengths from Dashel Drasher) on last season's reappearance. Disappointed at the Festival there in March but quickly back on track when second in 3m Aintree Grade 1 in April. The one to beat. Smart mare; ran creditably upped to 3m in the Grade 1 Liverpool Hurdle last time out.
4	4 (4) (11/1 +50%) Hugos New Horse		11 11/1(+50%)																															(4) Hugos New Horse 11/1, Likeable type who won 5 times at up to 2½m in novice company last season. His effort in a 3m Cheltenham handicap on his reappearance was disappointing but his overall record suggests he'll bounce back quickly. Will need improvement to play a prominent role here, though. Solid novice hurdler last term; form dipped markedly on reappearance.
3	3 (3) (20/1 +0%) Flight Deck		20 20/1(+0%)																															(3) Flight Deck 20/1, Pretty smart on his day for Jonjo O'Neill and showed he retains all his ability for new stable when a cracking third of 20 in 3m Cheltenham handicap on reappearance 5 weeks ago. Blinkers worn on that occasion retained. Something to find at this level, though. Ran well in Cheltenham handicap on stable/seasonal debut; this is harder.
5	5 (5) (80/1 -21%) Mahons Glory		80 80/1(-21%)																															(5) Mahons Glory 80/1, Failed to win in Ireland but struck at first time of asking for Dr Richard Newland in 2½m Aintree maiden hurdle in October 2022. Not disgraced in 2 subsequent start last term but he faces a stiff task at this level having changed yard again. Has first-time cheekpieces combined with refitted hood. Bottom of this pack on ratings; first run for Patrick Neville.

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15:00 Newbury Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 24f Race Class Flow

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Dual Grade 1 winner MARIE'S ROCK ended last season's campaign with a respectable second in the Liverpool Hurdle at Aintree in April and Nicky Henderson's mare may have more to offer over 3m. She edges the vote on her return to action ahead of popular veteran Paisley Park. Although the son of Oscar may not quite be the force of old, he displayed enough ability earlier in the year to warrant respect in this contest. Dashel Drasher finished a cracking second in the Stayers' Hurdle at Cheltenham in March and is another who is worthy of consideration.

MARIE'S ROCK won well on last season's reappearance and will be a tough nut to crack if close to her best. Dashel Drasher was behind the selection on the two occasions they clashed last season but is probably still the main threat given that Paisley Park, running in this for a fifth time, has a Grade 1 penalty for his Long Walk win last Christmas.

Talented mare MARIE'S ROCK could well develop into a leading player in this division in 2023-24. Paisley Park is feared most.

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15:35 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form		Odds	Key Rating	Tips	Win %	Place %	Betfair Place %	Dist Win %	Dist Place %	Dist Betfair Place %	Ability Rating	Horse Pace	Prediction	A.I Rating	Movement	ATR Speed	Form Plus	Class Runs	Speed Runs	Speed at Distance	LTO Speed	Top Speed	WSR	TF Rating	Course	Going	Distance	Timespeed	OR	Weight	Runs	Age	Comments
9	9 (9) (4/1 -14%) Ramo		4 4/1(-14%)																															(9) Ramo 4/1, Progressive since upped to staying trips and added to his stables excellent recent spell when grinding out victory at Ludlow 22 days ago. Should go well again if not pestered too much up front. Up another 5lb but he's going places and the step back up in trip should help.
10	10 (10) (7/1 +50%) Rambo T		7 7/1(+50%)																															(10) Rambo T 7/1, Added to his tally at Newton Abbot in October and backed it up with an even better effort when third in a competitive event at Cheltenham last time, faring best of those held up. Should be on the premises again. Creditable, never-nearer third of 16 at Cheltenham (2m4f, good) latest; second go at 3m.
12	12 (12) (7/2 +30%) Hoe Joly Smoke		3.5 7/2(+30%)																															(12) Hoe Joly Smoke 7/2, Successful sole outing between the flags and, while he's only achieved fair form to date over hurdles, he promises to be well suited by this longer trip on handicap debut, so definite player. Handicap debut; early days and he rallied well last time, so the new trip might help.
3	3 (3) (9/2 -64%) Hyland		4.5 9/2(-64%)																															(3) Hyland 9/2, Arrives in top form, making it two from two this season with a cosy success at Cheltenham last time. That form isn't working out but still merits obvious respect. Ready wins at Warwick (2m5f, good) and Cheltenham (3m, good to soft) in October; player.
8	8 (8) (10/3 +45%) Ed Keeper		3.333333 10/3(+45%)																															(8) Ed Keeper 10/3, Low-mileage hurdler who is going the right way and was clear of the remainder when runner-up at Ascot last time. Unlikely to have finished improving, so boasts strong claims up in trip. Up 6lb but set for further progress (his second handicap) and well worth a go at this trip.
5	5 (5) (16/1 -146%) Gentleman At Arms		16 16/1(-146%)																															(5) Gentleman At Arms 16/1, Useful sort who looked back to something close to his best when landing an 11-runner handicap at Aintree last time. Remains fairly treated on old form, so can't be discounted. Well down weights and took advantage at Aintree (3m, soft) on latest outing; back up 5lb.
2	2 (2) (20/1 +39%) Espoir De Romay		20 20/1(+39%)																															(2) Espoir De Romay 20/1, Very capable sort who has been lightly raced in recent seasons. Underwent another breathing operation prior to poor run behind Hyland at Cheltenham last time. Might strip fitter for that, however. Had a wind op in September and did not show much in Hyland's Cheltenham race (14-1).
6	6 (6) (22/1 -175%) Regal Blue		22 22/1(-175%)																															(6) Regal Blue 22/1, Easily off the mark at the second attempt in points and readily landed his first start under Rules at Ffos Las in January. Disappointing in listed event at Perth in April but remains with potential going into handicaps on return. Disappointing final start last term; lightly raced, could still have significant potential.
4	4 (4) (33/1 -32%) Hurricane Harvey		33 33/1(-32%)																															(4) Hurricane Harvey 33/1, Recorded back-to-back wins around 3m at Uttoxeter and Ludlow last winter. Made a creditable return at Uttoxeter but found things too competitive at Cheltenham since. Creditable reappearance but well beaten behind Hyland at Cheltenham (33-1) five weeks ago.
11	11 (11) (40/1 -100%) Skandiburg		40 40/1(-100%)																															(11) Skandiburg 40/1, Has fallen in the weights and produced one of his better efforts when third over C&D in March. Down another 2 lb so not without interest on return. Well held when fifth in this race in 2021 and 2022; no win since New Year's Day 2020.
7	7 (7) (40/1 -60%) Iceo Madrik		40 40/1(-60%)																															(7) Iceo Madrik 40/1, Useful chaser in France for David Cottin but he has offered little so far for this yard. Something to prove back over hurdles after 7 months off. Well treated on some French chase form but pulled up twice over fences in Britain; wind op.
1	1 (1) (40/1 -21%) Simply The Betts		40 40/1(-21%)																															(1) Simply The Betts 40/1, Smart handicap chaser who unseated at Cheltenham 10 months ago. Might need the run back in this sphere. First hurdle race for five years; well handicapped but his stamina is unproven beyond 2m4f.

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15:35 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f Race Class Flow

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HYLAND has taken his form to new heights since returning from a 180-day break this season, evidenced with victories at Warwick and Cheltenham in October, and a 6lb rise for his victory at the latter venue doesn't appear insurmountable for the son of Turgeon. Representing the red-hot Venetia Williams yard, fellow last-time-out winner Ramo is sure to have his supporters too. The six-year-old is likely to be in the shake-up once more, while handicap debutant Hoe Joly Smoke and the progressive Ed Keeper are others to note.

ED KEEPER is on the up and the way he travels suggests there is more still to be unlocked, so he's narrowly preferred to the hat-trick seeking Hyland, with Ramo also considered on the back of a game success at Ludlow. Hoe Joly Smoke should improve for the longer trip now handicapping, so he can't be ruled out either.

Hyland did it smoothly over 3m at Cheltenham but faces potential improvers, headed perhaps by ED KEEPER. Ramo is on the list.

15:35 Newbury Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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	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

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How to use Tomform

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.

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About U.K Horse Racing

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.

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