15:10 Pontefract Listed (Class 1) 8f - 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
1	2 1st (2) (14/1 -17%) Caernarfon		14 14/1(-17%)																															(2) Caernarfon 14/1, Reached the frame in the 1000 Guineas and Oaks last year. Satisfactory return in the Dahlia at Newmarket but she's finished well held in Group 2/3 subsequently. Ease in class may help dropping back significantly in trip. Far from solid on 2024 form; otherwise, has a leading chance on peak figures.
2	4 2nd (4) (10/3 -11%) Doha		3.333333 10/3(-11%)																															(4) Doha 10/3, Boasts an excellent pedigree and on the way to proving herself a smart performer, improving a chunk when landing 29-runner Kensington Palace Stakes (1m) at the Royal Meeting 3 weeks ago, pulling clear with the runner-up. Well worth her place at this level on that evidence. Well-bred filly; won Royal Ascot handicap most recently; the type to improve further.
3	6 3rd (6) (8/1 +33%) Elim		8 8/1(+33%)																															(6) Elim 8/1, Dual 1m winner at 2yrs. Shaped well when fourth at Redcar on her return and not disgraced when sixth of 24 behind Doha at Royal Ascot (8f, firm) 18 days ago given she was not ideally placed. More needed on these terms but likely she has a bigger effort in her locker. Finished behind Doha at Royal Ascot but remains open to further progress.
4	5 4th (5) (66/1 -450%) Dora Milaje		66 66/1(-450%)																															(5) Dora Milaje 66/1, Lightly-raced 4-y-o who ran well when runner-up at Wetherby (10f) on her penultimate start and did well under the circumstances when taking 6-runner handicap at Haydock (10.2f, firm) 17 days ago. More needed up in grade but she's a C&D winner building up a good strike rate. Largely progressive but doesn't appear to be crying out for drop back to 1m.
5th	9 5th (9) (28/1 -522%) Villanova Queen		28 28/1(-522%)																															(9) Villanova Queen 28/1, Irish raider who came in for an astute tactical ride when landing last year's Kensington Palace at Royal Ascot and produced just about her best effort since when ninth behind Doha in this year's renewal 3 weeks ago. Not discounted back at listed level for her very good stable. Finished behind Doha and Elim at Royal Ascot; more exposed than those two.
6th	8 6th (8) (100/1 -100%) Strong Impact		100 100/1(-100%)																															(8) Strong Impact 100/1, Winner at Epsom last October who went desperately close to opening her 2024 account at Hamilton (9f) early on last month. Not disgraced when fourth at Haydock (10.2f) 17 days ago, but this demands another sizeable step forward tackling listed company. Blinkers on 1st time. Faces a difficult task upped in class; first-time headgear needs to help.
7th	7 7th (7) (66/1 -500%) Naaey		66 66/1(-500%)																															(7) Naaey 66/1, Form of her Kempton debut second as a 2-y-o worked out well and she duly confirmed the promise shown there when landing 12-runner Wolverhampton novice (9.5f) last August. Absent again since but she's in very good hands and interesting she's pitched in here. Promising sort who brings potential to this higher grade; seasonal debut.
8th	1 8th (1) (100/1 -2757%) Astral Beau		100 100/1(-2757%)																															(1) Astral Beau 100/1, Useful mare who acquitted herself with credit in pattern company last season and she's run with credit on 2 of her 3 starts this term, 2 lengths fifth of 8 in Group 3 at Epsom (8.5f) 38 days ago. Should give a good account of herself again down in class. Ran creditably behind smart Charyn at Doncaster on most recent Listed start.

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15:10 Pontefract Listed (Class 1) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

Having been well supported in the Kensington Palace Stakes last time, a chance is taken on ELIM to gain compensation. Edward Bethell's charge had a lot to do towards the rear when staying on for sixth on that occasion and this smaller field can see her better effect. Doha won that same race well and this daughter of Sea The Stars is likely to make another bold bid, while Astral Beau should also be thereabouts after running with credit in Group 3 company last time.

Having shaped encouragingly on her return, the regally bred DOHA confirmed she's on the way to developing into a smart performer when landing the Kensington Palace at Royal Ascot 3 weeks ago. Well on top with the runner-up that day, she's worth her place at this level and shades the vote ahead of the likeable Choisya. Astral Beau back in slightly calmer waters and very low-mileage Naaey are others to bear in mind.

With further improvement on the cards, DOHA is taken to follow up her Royal Ascot win. Astral Beau is second choice.

15:10 Pontefract Listed (Class 1) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:40 Pontefract Handicap (Class 2) 6f - 8 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
4	4 (4) (10/1 -11%) Roman Dragon		10 10/1(-11%)																															(4) Roman Dragon 10/1, Kickstarted 2024 with 6f win at Sakhir in February and ran another solid race when fourth of 11 in handicap at Chester (5f) in May. Not at same level either outing since, latterly in the Wokingham at Royal Ascot, but another who is easing in the weights. Has gained all home-soil wins at Chester; not the percentage call.
1	3 1st (3) (9/4 +50%) Room Service		2.25 9/4(+50%)																															(3) Room Service 9/4, Progressive sort at 2 yrs, winning 2 of his 4 starts, including a valuable sales event at Doncaster (6.5f, good to soft) in September. Finished midfield in group/listed company so far this term but return to handicaps rates a plus and a well-run race will help. Won sales race last term; not disgraced in Group/Listed events this season.
2	7 2nd (7) (11/2 +15%) Wen Moon		5.5 11/2(+15%)																															(7) Wen Moon 11/2, Did well in the mud last season, scoring twice, including over C&D. Dispelled a couple of lesser efforts (in first-time tongue tie) when fifth of 11 in handicap at Chester (5.1f) 24 days ago, faring best of those held up. Edged back down to last winning mark and not discounted. Gained soft-ground wins at this course and York (off this mark) in 2023.
3	5 3rd (5) (10/3 +49%) Matters Most		3.333333 10/3(+49%)																															(5) Matters Most 10/3, Dual winner at 2 yrs who, having been gelded following final start, resumed with a career-best second of 7 in handicap at Windsor (6f) in June. Below best in big-field Royal Ascot handicap (5f) 18 days ago but previous form has been boosted subsequently and he's worth another chance. Always behind at Royal Ascot; solid second at Windsor earlier in June.
4	8 4th (8) (50/1 -1150%) Flaccianello		50 50/1(-1150%)																															(8) Flaccianello 50/1, Successful 3 times during a highly productive 2-y-o campaign and showed benefit of her reappearance run when good second of 11 in handicap at York (6f, good to soft) 25 days ago. Versatile as regards ground and she's another 3-y-o holding claims. Good second at York last time; may not have reached her ceiling yet.
5th	6 5th (6) (33/1 -200%) Woven		33 33/1(-200%)																															(6) Woven 33/1, Plenty of solid runs in big-field handicaps for this yard, including when fourth in 21-runner contest at York (6f) on his penultimate start. Shade disappointing returned to 7f at that venue 24 days ago and others preferred for win purposes. Retains ability aged eight but still has a modest strike-rate.
6th	2 6th (2) (100/1 -1011%) Silky Wilkie		100 100/1(-1011%)																															(2) Silky Wilkie 100/1, Losing run stretches back to last spring and proving hit and miss this term, finishing seventh in the "Dash" at Epsom on his latest outing 38 days ago. Cheekpieces worn then are discarded now and he's on a handy mark on his best form returned to 6f. Tapped for toe in the Epsom Dash; return to 6f may be worth exploring.
7th	1 7th (1) (18/1 -500%) Coachello		18 18/1(-500%)																															(1) Coachello 18/1, Smart ex-Irish 6f/7f scorer who made a perfectly satisfactory start for new yard when running on into midfield in the Wokingham (6f) at Royal Ascot 17 days ago. Cheekpieces discarded now and his mark has eased a little. Tongue strap refitted. Ran encouragingly in the Wokingham on debut for new yard; interesting.

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15:40 Pontefract Handicap (Class 2) 6f Race Class Flow

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

An open event in which only a tentative vote can go to SILKY WILKIE. Sent off as favourite in the Dash at Epsom last month, he was far from disgraced in seventh. Karl Burke's gelding was afforded a 2lb ease in the ratings for that effort and he is handicapped to strike in these marginally calmer waters. Flaccianello bumped into an improver at York last month and she is an obvious candidate today, while others to note include Room Service and Woven.

MATTERS MOST was below his best in a big-field Royal Ascot handicap 18 days ago but his reappearance second behind a subsequent winner was a solid display and he could make full use of his plum draw on the rail and bounce back here. Room Service with his sights lowered, Silky Wilkie, and Wen Moon, who has fallen back down to his last winning mark, are others to consider.

The suggestion is FLACCIANELLO, who may be capable of further progress. Matters Most is second choice.

15:40 Pontefract Handicap (Class 2) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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16:10 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 12f - 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
7	7 (7) (13/2 +7%) Yippee		6.5 13/2(+7%)																															(7) Yippee 13/2, Winner here (10f) in May. 7/1, last of 5 in handicap at Newmarket (10f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Up in trip. Needs a couple of these to falter. Poor efforts since winning here in May; return to Pontefract may have positive effect.
1	8 1st (8) (9/2 -100%) Free Speech		4.5 9/2(-100%)																															(8) Free Speech 9/2, Chelmsford nursery winner (at 10f) who has made the frame on each of her last 4 starts in handicaps on turf/AW, latterly when third of 7 at Kempton (12f) 27 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Looks set to go well. Has two solid pieces of turf form; major chance provided she takes well to headgear.
2	9 2nd (9) (25/1 -213%) Toronto Raptor		25 25/1(-213%)																															(9) Toronto Raptor 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 14/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Goodwood (9.9f, good) 25 days ago, dropping away quickly. Up in trip here and he needs to leave that in his wake to feature. May still do better in handicaps; only runner on the card for his Newmarket trainer.
3	1 3rd (1) (6/1 -50%) It's All About You		6 6/1(-50%)																															(1) It's All About You 6/1, Didn't kick on as expected as a 3-y-o but eased in weights and comes here having run creditably all 3 starts for new yard, second of 5 in handicap at Haydock (16.2f) 33 days ago, better placed than most. Respected back down in trip with cheekpieces fitted. Consistent efforts at 1m4f-2m for new stable; possibilities if taking well to headgear.
4	2 4th (2) (9/2 +44%) Natzor		4.5 9/2(+44%)																															(2) Natzor 9/2, Gained breakthrough win over 10f at Newcastle in May and hasn't been seen to very best either outing on turf/AW since, noted finishing with running left on latest outing back at Newcastle. One to bear in mind. 1m2f AW win in May; not disgraced at about 1m4f the last twice; remains in form.
5th	3 5th (3) (100/1 -1900%) Evening Story		100 100/1(-1900%)																															(3) Evening Story 100/1, Course winner (at 1m) who registered back-to-back AW victories in the autumn. 14/1, produced best effort of present campaign when third of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (12.4f) 10 days ago, staying on. Still lightly raced on turf and claims of hitting the frame again. Raced mainly on AW; won at this course on the second of two turf attempts; interesting.
6th	5 6th (5) (50/1 -213%) Polar Princess		50 50/1(-213%)																															(5) Polar Princess 50/1, Winner at Newcastle in February. Fourth of 5 in handicap at Newmarket (12f, good to firm, 25/1) 12 days ago, coming from a less-than-ideal position. Represents in-form yard and she could well build on that. AW win off this mark in February; fourth of five at Newmarket most recently.
7th	6 7th (6) (100/1 -1150%) Kaaress		100 100/1(-1150%)																															(6) Kaaress 100/1, Rattled off a quick-fire all-weather hat-trick during second half of last year and opened account on turf at Redcar (10f, soft) in May. Efforts mixed on Flat/over hurdles since and she needs to keep her slow starting at bay returned to this sphere. Sole turf win came in a weak race at Redcar in May; now 1lb higher in a deeper field.

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16:10 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow

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

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU finished a creditable second over 2m at Haydock last month and, from 1lb higher, he looks set to mount a stern challenge. A drop in trip may suit while the addition of first-time cheekpieces could elicit some improvement, and he is preferred to Evening Story. Free Speech has been admirably consistent in recent starts and she can be on the premises once again.

A winner at Chelmsford back in the autumn, FREE SPEECH has been holding her form well on both turf and all-weather in recent months and, with cheekpieces enlisted for the first time, she could be the way to go under Rossa Ryan. Natzor wasn't seen to best effect at Newcastle and he's a threat along with It's All About You. Polar Princess is another to keep an eye on for her in-form yard.

Judged on her Windsor form in May, FREE SPEECH holds particularly strong claims. It's All About You is second choice.

16:10 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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16:45 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 11 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) (13/2 +46%) Diddy Man		6.5 13/2(+46%)																															(9) Diddy Man 13/2, 2 wins from 4 runs this year. Latest win at Doncaster in April. Well-backed 13/2, sixth of 9 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good to soft) 21 days ago, poorly drawn and hanging left over 1f out. Back up in trip which will suit. Two all-the-way wins in April; inferior form since, having been unable to dominate.
1	1 (1) (15/2 +6%) Carolus Magnus		7.5 15/2(+6%)																															(1) Carolus Magnus 15/2, Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. 7/2, last of 10 in handicap at Wetherby (8f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Quirky sort but now on a career-low mark. Disappointing dropped to this grade last time, taking record for current stable to 0-11.
1	6 1st (6) (14/1 -100%) Distinction		14 14/1(-100%)																															(6) Distinction 14/1, 3 wins from 11 runs this year. Latest win at Beverley in June. Creditable fifth of 12 in handicap (22/1) at Newcastle (8f) 11 days ago. Back down in class. Successful at Beverley in May/June but has never defied a mark this high.
2	10 2nd (10) (14/1 -100%) Mulciber		14 14/1(-100%)																															(10) Mulciber 14/1, Latest win at Newcastle in February. 17/2, first run since leaving Marco Botti when good third of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 12 days ago. Good chance if proving effectiveness on turf. Likely player provided his AW form is transferred back to turf; second run for new yard.
3	11 3rd (11) (10/3 +45%) Bateman		3.333333 10/3(+45%)																															(11) Bateman 10/3, Mid-division at best in 3 maidens for 3 different yards, not knocked about when fifth of 12 at Ripon (6f, good) 20 days ago. May do better now entering handicaps up in trip. Gives the impression he'll relish this new trip on handicap debut; interesting.
4	5 4th (5) (13/2 +19%) Poet's Dawn		6.5 13/2(+19%)																															(5) Poet's Dawn 13/2, 7/1, creditable 2¼ lengths third of 7 to Distinction in handicap at Beverley (8.4f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Cheekpieces back on (good efforts in them previously). One to consider. Respectable third to Distinction at Beverley last month; still on last winning mark.
5th	2 5th (2) (11/2 -38%) Ardbraccan		5.5 11/2(-38%)																															(2) Ardbraccan 11/2, Latest win at Nottingham in April. Good second of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, good to firm, 4/1) 11 days ago, no match for thriving sort. One to consider. Regained the winning thread in April; has remained in form since; solid effort last time.
6th	3 6th (3) (50/1 -733%) Shamardal Star		50 50/1(-733%)																															(3) Shamardal Star 50/1, Sixth of 16 at Wetherby (7f, good to soft, 16/1) 28 days ago, needing stiffer test and not knocked about. That was an encouraging run and he's respected on his handicap debut up in trip. Caught the eye on latest 7f start; open to improvement upped to 1m on handicap debut.
7th	7 7th (7) (25/1 -213%) Hostelry		25 25/1(-213%)																															(7) Hostelry 25/1, Latest win at Thirsk in April. 9/2, respectable third of 6 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Runner-up over C&D in May off 2 lb higher. Ran respectably last time but all wins remain in Class 6; not the percentage call.
8th	8 8th (8) (80/1 -142%) Invincible Aura		80 80/1(-142%)																															(8) Invincible Aura 80/1, Winner at Southwell in March. Last of 9 in handicap (25/1) at Haydock (8.2f, good to firm) 31 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Has gone off the boil and needs to bounce back now taking on older rivals. Dismal claims on 2024 turf form; first-time headgear needs to help.
9th	4 9th (4) (50/1 -525%) Coolree		50 50/1(-525%)																															(4) Coolree 50/1, Latest win at Beverley in May. Good fourth of 8 in handicap (7/1) at this C&D (good) 16 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal. Did a bit too much up front in C&D event last time; doesn't need to lead.

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16:45 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

ARDBRACCAN found only the progressive Beylerbeyi, who has subsequently won again, too good when second at Doncaster. Clear of the rest on that occasion, she can go one better at the main expense of Hostelry. The latter also placed at Doncaster last time and may have finished closer than third with a clear run, while Distinction accounted for Poet's Dawn when winning at Beverley and can be forgiven a moderate effort in a higher grade at Newcastle on his latest start.

A number to consider but SHAMARDAL STAR appeals as the type to do better now handicapping up in trip and could be worth chancing. Ardbraccan is a danger, while Mulciber might prove to be the pick of the 3-y-os if proving as good on turf.

The two suggestions against the field are the interesting handicap debutants BATEMAN (narrowly preferred) and Shamardal Star.

16:45 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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17:17 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 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
2	2 (2) (9/2 +44%) Ghathanfar		4.5 9/2(+44%)																															(2) Ghathanfar 9/2, Course winner. Twenty two runs since last win in 2022. 18/1, below form eleventh of 20 in handicap at York (6f, soft) 24 days ago, unable to dominate. Rare go over 5f and this is easier. C&D winner; running well off his reduced mark this season but stall 12 tempers enthusiasm.
6	6 (6) (17/2 -89%) Emperor Caradoc		8.5 17/2(-89%)																															(6) Emperor Caradoc 17/2, Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. Creditable second of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good, 9/4) 29 days ago, keeping on having been outpaced over 2f out. Runner-up in good-ground sprints on his last three runs; tricky draw to negotiate.
10	10 (10) (9/1 -38%) Protest Rally		9 9/1(-38%)																															(10) Protest Rally 9/1, Latest win at Musselburgh in June. Creditable 1½ lengths joint-second of 12 to Cavalier Approach in handicap (22/1) at this C&D (good) 8 days ago. Booking of Marquand a plus. Should continue to give a good account. Drawn wide when 2nd to Cavalier Approach here last week; 5lb better off; contender again.
11	11 (11) (11/1 -38%) Lettuce Leaf		11 11/1(-38%)																															(11) Lettuce Leaf 11/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Fifteenth of 19 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good, 13/2) 23 days ago, stumbling leaving stalls. Better judged on promising reappearance at Redcar and remains unexposed now taking on older horses. Slipped at the start when disappointing at Thirsk last month; still has untapped potential.
8	8 (8) (12/1 +25%) Zargun		12 12/1(+25%)																															(8) Zargun 12/1, Latest win at Doncaster in March. Respectable sixth of 12 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good, 11/1) 57 days ago. Yard has had multiple long-priced winners in recent weeks. Made all at Doncaster in March off 4lb lower; mixed since and could do with lots of rain.
3	3 (3) (12/1 -33%) Dicko The Legend		12 12/1(-33%)																															(3) Dicko The Legend 12/1, Dual AW winner for Roger Ingram last year. 8/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap at this course (6f, good) 8 days ago. One to consider. Two good efforts for new yard recently, third over 6f here last week; that trip suits best.
7	7 (7) (14/1 -17%) Let's Go Hugo		14 14/1(-17%)																															(7) Let's Go Hugo 14/1, Latest win at Newcastle (5f) in April. Respectable 2¼ lengths fourth of 12 to Cavalier Approach in handicap (14/1) at this C&D (good) 8 days ago, running on late. AW win in April; finished well from a hopeless position behind Cavalier Approach last week.
12	12 (12) (20/1 -43%) Dunnington Lad		20 20/1(-43%)																															(12) Dunnington Lad 20/1, Latest win at Ripon in June. Fifth of 8 in handicap (15/2) at Nottingham (5f, good to firm) 12 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Not taken lightly. Made all at Ripon last month; overdid things at Nottingham latest; up in class.
4	4 (4) (66/1 -371%) Newyorkstateofmind		66 66/1(-371%)																															(4) Newyorkstateofmind 66/1, 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win at Hamilton in June. 18/1, respectable fifth of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 11 days ago, best work finish. Hamilton winner last month; fair effort at Newcastle 11 days ago; well drawn; e-w shout.
1	1 (1) (80/1 -2567%) Cavalier Approach		80 80/1(-2567%)																															(1) Cavalier Approach 80/1, Career best when winning 12-runner handicap at this C&D (good, well-backed 10/3) 8 days ago. Can go well again under penalty from low draw. Had a few of today's rivals behind when winning readily over C&D last week; strong claims.
9	9 (9) (100/1 -203%) Imperiousity		100 100/1(-203%)																															(9) Imperiousity 100/1, Won at Salisbury in September. Has refused to race last 3 starts. First run for 6 months/after leaving Ian McInnes. Refused to race on his last three starts in 2023; new yard; carries considerable risk.
5	5 (5) (100/1 -1329%) Sound Reason		100 100/1(-1329%)																															(5) Sound Reason 100/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Respectable 2¾ lengths sixth of 12 to Cavalier Approach in handicap (8/1) at this C&D (good) 8 days ago, reared leaving stalls but sticking to his task. Well treated and shaped with promise here last week having fluffed the start; contender.

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17:17 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

CAVALIER APPROACH only needed to be pushed out by Rossa Ryan to return a cosy winner over track and trip last week. He can shrug off a penalty on that evidence and confirm superiority with runner-up Protest Rally. Emperor Caradoc may prove a bigger threat to the selection, given he can race off the same handicap mark as when second here last month, while Dicko The Legend has been threatening a return to winning ways and could be thereabouts at the finish.

Last week's C&D 1-2 CAVALIER APPROACH and Protest Rally (dead-heated for second) can come to the fore again, with Ed Bethell's 4-y-o taken to confirm the form over his rival and follow up with Rossa Ryan in the plate once more. Lettuce Leaf, the only 3-y-o in the field, remains unexposed now taking on older rivals and could produce a bigger performance.

Sound Reason can get closer to CAVALIER APPROACH (nap) today but the topweight is still fancied to win again.

17:17 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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Racecard Key

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	Ran similar race before
S	TomForm fatstest rated speed horse, last time out
T	Top Time speeed rated
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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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