Sandown Races & Results Tomform Saturday 1st February 2025
There were 44 Races on Saturday 1st February 2025 across 6 meetings. There was 8 races at Wetherby, 7 races at Sandown, 6 races at Musselburgh, 7 races at Leopardstown, 8 races at Newcastle, 8 races at Wolverhampton, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.
Races & Results Saturday 1st February 2025
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(1) Diamonds For Luck 8/13, Six-figure buy out of the pointing field who is progressing nicely over hurdles, finishing runner-up twice before landing short odds at Wetherby (2m, heavy) in December. More to come. Has form figures of 221 over hurdles; the win at Wetherby; helps to set the standard.
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2nd (3) (14/1 +72%) Noble Park
14
14/1(+72%)
(3) Noble Park 14/1, In top hands but well held in a bumper and both completed starts over hurdles. Still early days but will need to take a big step forward. Has unconvincing form and appears to be one of his yard's lesser lights.
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3rd (4) (11/8 -89%) Old Cowboy
1.375
11/8(-89%)
(4) Old Cowboy 11/8, Purchased for £66,000 after finishing runner-up in a point last April and made an encouraging start to his Rules career when third of 13 in 2m Newbury novice hurdle 17 days ago. Can be expected to improve for a yard with a good recent record in this. Promising third in Newbury novice hurdle on rules debut and that form looks solid.
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2
4th (2) (80/1 +20%) Ballela Blaze
80
80/1(+20%)
(2) Ballela Blaze 80/1, Easy winner sole start in Irish points in March 2023 but comfortably held in a bumper and 2 hurdles under Rules since. Irish point winner; has modest rules form.
12:50 Sandown Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow
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OLD COWBOY made a promising start under Rules when finishing a staying-on third over an extended 2m at Newbury recently and he looks well capable of playing a starring role in this company. The more experienced Diamonds For Luck was entitled to score in the manner that he did when landing prohibitive odds over 2m at Wetherby last time out, but there is no telling where his ceiling may be and he merits consideration. Noble Park can get the better of Ballela Blaze in the battle for third.
This will likely develop into a match between OLD COWBOY and Diamonds For Luck, with the former taken to make the most of the weight he receives from Olly Murphy's previous winner and add to his stable's good recent record in this race.
The standout form contenders are solid Newbury third OLD COWBOY and Wetherby scorer Diamonds For Luck, preferred in that order.
12:50 Sandown Maiden Hurdle (Class 3) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION
(3) Sole Solution 3/1, Dual bumper winner in 2022/23 who has progressed with each start over hurdles since returning from a long absence, winning a Hereford novice 17 days ago. Appeals as one who can improve again in handicaps. Asserted strongly late on at 11-10 for Hereford novice (extended 2m6f, soft; made most).
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2nd (7) (7/1 0%) Kalif D'airy
7
7/1(0%)
(7) Kalif D'airy 7/1, Runner-up in handicaps at Fontwell (19f) and Fakenham (2m) in recent months. Nudged up another 4 lb but it's unlikely to prevent another prominent showing. Second in the last two of his handicaps; probably vulnerable to an improver in this too.
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3rd (4) (9/2 -13%) Just Lucky Sivola
4.5
9/2(-13%)
(4) Just Lucky Sivola 9/2, Bumper winner who has made solid start to hurdling career, showing a good attitude to open his account in 2½m novice at Hereford in November. Didn't seem to stay when stepped up to 3m for his Ascot handicap debut subsequently and can resume his progression back over shorter. Seemed stretched by 2m7f when about 14l third on handicap debut at Ascot six weeks ago.
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4th (5) (8/1 +43%) Grand Geste
8
8/1(+43%)
(5) Grand Geste 8/1, Improved when placed in maiden/novice hurdles at up to 3m on his last 3 outings. The drop back in trip on handicap debut is a bit of a concern for one who looks a thorough stayer but conditions should at least place the emphasis on stamina. Cheekpieces go on for first time. Stays 3m; needs extra on handicap debut and cheekpieces are enlisted, for in-form stable.
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5th (2) (8/1 +33%) In Limbo
8
8/1(+33%)
(2) In Limbo 8/1, Placed all 3 starts in points and, following a lengthy absence, there's been definite encouragement to glean from each of his 2 starts in novice hurdles this winter, latterly when third at Newbury (2mf) 32 days ago. Longer trip promises to suit on handicap debut. Upped in trip for this handicap debut and a step forward may be possible.
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|PU| (9) (9/2 +44%) Old Time Chaser
4.5
9/2(+44%)
(9) Old Time Chaser 9/2, Lightly-raced sort from a leading yard but hasn't bettered modest form in his 4 hurdle starts, beaten 17 lengths when fourth on Windsor handicap debut 7 weeks ago. Latest run was handicap debut at Windsor (2m4f, good to soft) when 17l fourth of 13.
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1
|PU| (1) (15/2 -114%) De Kingpin
7.5
15/2(-114%)
(1) De Kingpin 15/2, Point recruit who looked suited by the increased emphasis on stamina when making it third time lucky over hurdles in 20.5f Newbury novice (soft) in December. Has the potential for better again now moving into handicaps. Newbury (2m4f, soft) showed battling qualities which will be called upon on handicap debut.
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8
|PU| (8) (20/1 +20%) Leech
20
20/1(+20%)
(8) Leech 20/1, Failed to get competitive in maiden/novice hurdles towards the end of 2024 but this fairly useful bumper winner rates a potential improver now handicapping up in trip. One to note in the betting. Easily best to win a Chepstow bumper on heavy last February; makes handicap debut though.
13:25 Sandown Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow
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Just Lucky Sivola travelled strongly into contention before fading into third over an extended 2m7f at Ascot last time out, but this drop back in trip could see him go well. That said, it may pay to side with DE KINGPIN. Ben Pauling's charge seemed to appreciate the step up in distance when staying on strongly over an extended 2m4f at Newbury recently, finishing second before being subsequently awarded the race. Now making his handicap debut, he looks the one to be with. Kalif D'airy completes the shortlist.
JUST LUCKY SIVOLA failed to stay 3m on his Ascot handicap debut just before Christmas and can show his mark is manageable back over shorter. Recent Hereford novice winner Sole Solution should have more to offer in handicaps and is second choice ahead of Kalif d'Airy.
All need a second look but slight preference is for DE KINGPIN following his battling display over 2m4f on soft ground at Newbury.
(2) Gunsight Ridge 10/1, Reacted well to first-time cheekpieces when landing handicap at Perth in April. Might well have followed up when departing at the last at Cheltenham on return, though ran no sort of race at Kelso last time. Could fare better with headgear left off the last twice back on. 10yo who is on a career-high mark and looks held by Etalon on C&D form last February.
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2nd (6) (8/1 +20%) Dr T J Eckleburg
8
8/1(+20%)
(6) Dr T J Eckleburg 8/1, Better than ever when scoring at Haydock in November and backed up that effort when second to a good prospect at Chepstow the following month. However, never a threat when third back at Haydock (16.3f, soft) 2 weeks ago and he's 5 lb out of the weights here. Lacked fluency last time but ran respectably; faces a stiffer task back up in class.
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3rd (4) (2/1 +0%) Etalon
2
2/1(+0%)
(4) Etalon 2/1, Rapid improver sent chasing last term, winning first 3 starts (including over C&D) before shaping better than result in Aintree Grade 1 on final outing. Yet to fire so far this season, but he's eased in the weights as a result and could bounce back at this venue. Scored over C&D last February and returns to Sandown off a workable mark; warrants respect.
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4th (5) (2/1 +71%) Classic Maestro
2
2/1(+71%)
(5) Classic Maestro 2/1, Back on the up when landing handicap hurdles at Wetherby/Bangor in December, before completing hat-trick when seeing off his sole rival in beginners' chase at Haydock. Good third back in a handicap at Haydock (19.9f, soft) last time, though this is tougher. Good strike-rate over hurdles/fences in the last 12 months; 3-5 under Luke Scott; solid.
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5th (3) (13/2 +35%) Solo
6.5
13/2(+35%)
(3) Solo 13/2, Smart form as a novice in 2022/23, winning twice including Grade 2 at Kempton. Wasn't able to find any progress last season, but with reappearance run behind him there were better signs when fourth of 7 in handicap at Ascot (18.8f, soft) in December. More needed. Faded over 2m3f last time; possibilities off an attractive mark back down in distance.
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6th (1) (15/2 -200%) Martator
7.5
15/2(-200%)
(1) Martator 15/2, Has developed into a smart handicap chaser, bringing up the 5-timer with plenty to spare at Ascot (16.7f) in November. Lesser efforts on last 2 starts, but no surprise to see him resume his progress with yard back amongst the winners. Progressive last March-November; stiff 2m5f contributed to below-par effort last time.
14:00 Sandown Handicap Chase (Class 2) 15f Race Class Flow
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Punters will need to be in a forgiving mood to side with GUNSIGHT RIDGE, but it may pay to do so. He was still in with a winning chance when falling at the last over 2m at Cheltenham on his penultimate start, before running inexplicably poorly at Kelso most recently. With cheekpieces reapplied, this talented chaser could bounce back. Martator arrives on the back of a disappointing effort over 2m5f at Ascot recently but this step back in trip could see him go well off 1lb lower, while C&D winner Etalon is starting to look well handicapped.
Having moved up the ranks in good style as a novice, ETALON looks to have been brought along gradually in the current campaign and he is now only 4 lb higher than for his impressive C&D success a year ago. He could be ready to return to winning ways, with Martator feared most given the progress he had shown when winning his first 2 starts this season, ahead of Gunsight Ridge.
Off a workable mark returned to the scene of his peak performance, ETALON is preferred. Martator is second choice.
(1) Handstands 10/3, Winner of 3 of his 4 starts over hurdles last term, including a 1½-length verdict over the re-opposing Jango Baie in a listed event at Huntingdon. Fell on chase debut but his jumping has looked an asset in winning Grade 2 races here (3m) and at Ffos Las (19.4f) since. Should give it a good shot. Grade 2 wins at Sandown and Ffos Las this winter; this is harder but he's progressive.
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2nd (2) (10/11 -9%) Jango Baie
0.909091
10/11(-9%)
(2) Jango Baie 10/11, Won twice and runner-up 3 times from 5 starts during a productive campaign over hurdles last term. Looks destined for bigger and better things in this sphere judged on decisive reappearance/chase debut success at Cheltenham (20.6f) in December, form which has been boosted since. Big chance. Impressive in Cheltenham novice chase on reappearance; high-class prospect in this sphere.
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3
3rd (3) (20/1 +39%) Mark Of Gold
20
20/1(+39%)
(3) Mark Of Gold 20/1, Prolific winning hurdler who, despite not being an obvious chaser on looks or pedigree, made the perfect start in this sphere when landing a Grade 2 at Ascot (18.8f) just before Christmas. However, he was a rather fortunate winner that day and looks vulnerable here against 3 very promising novices. Grade 2 win at Ascot on chase debut but has the worst chance on ratings in this field.
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4
4th (4) (11/4 +21%) Kalif Du Berlais
2.75
11/4(+21%)
(4) Kalif Du Berlais 11/4, Useful juvenile hurdler who showed no ill effects from chase debut fall at Carlisle in November when taking a novices' handicap at Newbury later that month. Delivered another assured round of jumping when following up at Cheltenham (16.3f) on New Year's Day and looks ready for this step up in class. Novice handicap wins the last twice, latest in easy fashion at Cheltenham; big player.
14:35 Sandown Maiden Chase (Class 1) 20f Race Class Flow
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JANGO BAIE was a pretty smart hurdler, but looked made for chasing when comfortably accounting for subsequent winner Springwell Bay on his fencing bow at Cheltenham. He could probably be competitive over 2m or 3m at next month's Festival but, for now, this trip looks ideal and he can confirm himself a top-notch novice. Handstands actually beat him in the Sidney Banks last year and, after a inauspicious beginning to his chasing career, hasn't looked back with Grade 2 victories at Sandown and Ffos Las. Kalif Du Berlais boasts a similar profile, albeit at a slightly lower level, and is another smart prospect.
What this race lacks in quantity it more than makes up for in quality, with JANGO BAIE, Kalif du Berlais, Handstands and Mark of Gold all having shown themselves to be very promising novices. The last-named arguably lacks the scope of the other three and, though Hanstands is unlikely to go down without a fight, it's the Henderson and Nicholls runners that arguably possess the greatest potential. The form of Jango Baie's Cheltenham chase debut success looks strong and he gets the nod.
Very promising chaser JANGO BAIE gets the vote ahead of improving 5yo Kalif Du Berlais in an interesting and seemingly tight clash.
14:35 Sandown Maiden Chase (Class 1) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION
(3) Red Dirt Road 11/2, Building up an impressive record over hurdles, having won 3 times from only 7 starts. Latest was a career best, responded well to positive tactics, making all to land a 9-runner handicap hurdle at Aintree (20f, soft) but front runners were favoured that day. Open to more improvement now up in trip. Made all at Aintree (2m4f, soft; now up 5lb) on second run back; interesting at new trip.
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2nd (4) (5/2 +38%) Henri The Second
2.5
5/2(+38%)
(4) Henri The Second 5/2, Grade 2 winner here as a novice and built on good comeback run after 12 months off with dominant victory (second and third have won since) over C&D 56 days ago, travelled well and found plenty in testing conditions. This race would have been his target since and he has lots in his favour here. Stormed home well clear when upped to this trip here (heavy) last time; back up 8lb.
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3rd (2) (33/1 +0%) Goshen
33
33/1(+0%)
(2) Goshen 33/1, Very smart hurdler in his pomp but generally struggled to find form over the smaller obstacles last season. Opened his chase account at third attempt on final run last term but that wasn't a strong race and has questions to answer now having been pulled up on comeback run over hurdles two weeks ago. One of the game's great enigmas and he's not the percentage call.
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4th (12) (12/1 +57%) Gaye Legacy
12
12/1(+57%)
(12) Gaye Legacy 12/1, Winner of a pair of handicap hurdles last season, including on testing ground at Newbury, Signed off with a creditable second at Wincanton in March but hasn't been seen since and this looks a tough ask making her reappearance in a warm race from 3 lb out of the handicap. A right slog in the mud should be right up her street if she's fit enough for reappearance.
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5th (8) (13/2 +54%) Dartmoor Pirate
6.5
13/2(+54%)
(8) Dartmoor Pirate 13/2, Lightly-raced hurdles winner who has finished second on 4 of his last 5 starts over the smaller obstacles. Didn't take to chasing this season but back on track when good second of 10 in a handicap hurdle at Wincanton (24.7f, soft) 37 days ago but needs to improve again in a stronger race. May well have more to offer as a stayer after his Wincanton second when upped to 3m1f.
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6th (6) (17/2 +15%) Deep Cave
8.5
17/2(+15%)
(6) Deep Cave 17/2, Steadily progressive in four runs for current yard, latest effort a promising one when fourth of 12 in a decent handicap at Windsor (24f, good to soft) 13 days ago. No surprise to see him give another good account here. Bold show at Windsor (3m, soft) 13 days ago but three rivals went past him late on.
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7th (13) (100/1 +0%) Lucky One
100
100/1(+0%)
(13) Lucky One 100/1, Pulled up on final start for Dan Skelton in May 2022. Successful twice at Auteuil for Sophie Leech since but shaped as if needed run for new connections when ninth of 11 in a handicap hurdle (66/1) at Newbury (20.5f, good to soft) 35 days ago. Should be fitter but has a lot on his plate here. Lots to prove from out of the handicap on second run since his layoff.
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1
|F| (1) (6/1 -50%) Shoot First
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6/1(-50%)
(1) Shoot First 6/1, A very useful hurdler who has already landed a valuable 15-runner handicap at Haydock (24.3f, heavy) this season, showing his liking for this sort of ground. Tough ask in the Grade 1 Long Walk Hurdle last time but would have finished closer for a mistake 2 out. Very interesting back in a handicap. Very lightly raced for his age; won valuable handicap at Haydock (3m, soft) in November.
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|PU| (11) (11/1 -22%) Idefix De Ciergues
11
11/1(-22%)
(11) Idefix De Ciergues 11/1, Winner over hurdles and fences already this season and denied a 3-timer by another hat-trick seeking rival when second of 9 in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (24f, soft), although was ideally placed off a slow gallop. Not fully exposed a stayer and has each-way claims off a low racing weight, Creditable 2nd at Cheltenham (3m, soft) in hat-trick bid but needs to raise his game again.
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9
|PU| (9) (11/1 +31%) Hauraki Gulf
11
11/1(+31%)
(9) Hauraki Gulf 11/1, Good chase runner-up at Newton Abbot (25.8f) in May and posted decent efforts over hurdles this autumn. Disappointed returned to fences this season but bounced back with a decent second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (26f, soft, 10/1) 32 days ago. More needed facing better opposition here. Scored twice over fences (once on heavy); 0-10 as hurdler but runner-up in eight of those.
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|PU| (10) (12/1 -20%) What A Johnny
12
12/1(-20%)
(10) What A Johnny 12/1, Novice/handicap winner last season and has advanced his form again this term Ran with credit in tongue-tie when third at Cheltenham (24f, soft) 31 days ago having been unsuited by moderate gallop. First-time cheekpieces should suit and this greater stamina test should be to his liking. Claims. Tongue tied when Cheltenham 3rd behind Idefix De Ciergues; now tries cheekpieces as well.
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|PU| (7) (22/1 -10%) Major Fortune
22
22/1(-10%)
(7) Major Fortune 22/1, Big improver when stepped up to 2½m+ last season, winning 5 on the spin. Picked up where he left off when scoring with plenty in hand at Newton Abbot (17f) in October but struggled off 9 lb higher mark in two runs since and handicapper has only eased his grip slightly here, Tailed off in the fog when back up in trip at Chepstow last time but needs a market check.
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|PU| (5) (25/1 -25%) Flight Deck
25
25/1(-25%)
(5) Flight Deck 25/1, Useful but inconsistent handicapper who was a good second at Newton Abbot (21.5f) earlier in the season benefitting from a positive ride and change of headgear. Out of his depth in a Grade 2 last time and while he should fare better in calmer waters with visor refitted, he comes with risks attached. There's been a partial revival but he needs better to take this warm race; 5lb claimer on.
15:07 Sandown Handicap Hurdle (Class 1) 23f Race Class Flow
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HENRI THE SECOND has been kept relatively fresh since strolling through the mud to win a Pertemps qualifier over C&D and an 8lb rise may underestimate the merit of that triumph. It's a lot to ask for a similar performance here, but he appears to be coming into his own now and is worth sticking with. Conditions will also be fine for Idefix De Ciergues, who found only one too good when on a hat-trick at Cheltenham, finishing just ahead of What A Johnny. The Long Walk was all too much for Shoot First, but he handled testing ground well when springing a surprise at Haydock. Red Dirt Road has to be considered too.
HENRI THE SECOND could hardly have been more dominant when scoring under similar conditions over C&D last time and with the form of that win having been franked since, he has good claims to follow up. Shoot First has already raided these shores to claim a valuable pot this season, and he's a big danger now back in a handicap. 7 y-os and Deep Cave and What A Johnny both remain relatively unexposed over staying trips and should run well.
The way in which HENRI THE SECOND (nap) bounded clear on the heavy ground over C&D last time makes him the one to beat.
(8) O'connell 11/4, Has returned an improved model and bids for a hat-trick following handicap wins at Carlisle and Market Rasen (27.6f). Scored easily on latter occasion so not taken lightly despite a 9 lb weights hike. On hat-trick; up 9lb to easily career-high mark, and back down to 3m, but highly respected.
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2nd (7) (11/1 -69%) Dreaming Blue
11
11/1(-69%)
(7) Dreaming Blue 11/1, Resumed winning ways at Ludlow in December and backed it up with a creditable fourth of 11 in handicap chase at Kempton (24f, good to soft) 36 days ago. In the mix with blinkers back on. Won penultimate start; blinkers (worn on last three outings last season) return.
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3rd (4) (10/3 -11%) In D'or
3.333333
10/3(-11%)
(4) In D'or 10/3, French import who has improved for the switch to fences, scoring cosily in handicaps (around 3m) at Taunton and Ascot this winter. Has more to come and a big player in his hat-trick bid. Raised another 8lb but he's firmly on the upgrade after 3m wins at Taunton and Ascot.
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3
4th (3) (22/1 -38%) Escaria Ten
22
22/1(-38%)
(3) Escaria Ten 22/1, Very useful chaser in his pomp and returned to form for his current yard when fourth of 15 in handicap chase (80/1) at Cheltenham (29.2f, good to soft) 50 days ago. Not ruled out with blinkers replacing cheekpieces. Fourth on Cheltenham cross-country (3m5f) was his first competitive display for two years.
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5th (9) (18/1 -50%) Eden Du Houx
18
18/1(-50%)
(9) Eden Du Houx 18/1, Doubled his tally in this sphere at Ffos Las back in November 2022 but lightly raced since and well below par both runs this term at Haydock and Chepstow. Needs a subsequent wind op to spark improvement. No win since 2022; wind surgery has usually had a positive response previously.
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6th (5) (25/1 -25%) Pats Fancy
25
25/1(-25%)
(5) Pats Fancy 25/1, Developed into a useful chaser in 2021/22. Seen out only twice since (well held both times), however, and has another lengthy absence to overcome here. Thrown in on December 2021 form; major question to answer after another 420 days off.
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7th (2) (11/1 -47%) Shan Blue
11
11/1(-47%)
(2) Shan Blue 11/1, Very smart chaser at best and, though winless since landing Kauto Star Novices' Chase at Kempton in 2020, he shaped well when fourth at Bangor (24.1f, soft) on return. Below-par effort at Cheltenham last time so needs to bounce back. Still useful when close third at Ascot (3m) last February; two lesser runs this season.
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|F| (6) (9/2 +0%) Gustavian
4.5
9/2(+0%)
(6) Gustavian 9/2, It's now 12 runs since his last win in 2023 but he posted a very good second of 7 in handicap chase at Aintree (25f, soft) 37 days ago. Weighted to go well despite a 4 lb rise. 1-20 over fences but lost by just a neck when front-running at Aintree (3m1f, soft) latest.
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1
|PU| (1) (13/2 +28%) Gelino Bello
6.5
13/2(+28%)
(1) Gelino Bello 13/2, Smart form when winning 2 novice chases at the end of 2022 but very lightly raced since. Had wind op/off 23 months before a fair sixth of 10 in 3m Wincanton handicap hurdle 37 days ago. Can take a step forward back over fences. Absent 698 days before a satisfactory sixth under 5lb claimer over hurdles this Christmas.
15:42 Sandown Handicap Chase (Class 2) 24f Race Class Flow
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In d'Or is bound to be popular having scored comfortably on his first two starts over fences, but an 8lb rise for his most recent success at Sandown could prove hefty. Preference, instead is for O'CONNELL, who is proven on the ground and continues to go from strength to strength after an easy victory over further at Market Rasen last time out, for which he has been raised 9lb. His proven stamina may be enough to see off the likes of Dreaming Blue, as well as narrow Aintree second Gustavian, who deserves a change in luck having not won since February 2023.
Venetia Williams' IN D'OR is the youngest in this field and comes here on an upward curve so is fancied to defy a career-high mark and complete his hat-trick. Gustavian is weighted to have a big say on the back of his resurgent Aintree second and next on the list, although the thriving O'Connell is another to consider in his attempt to complete his own hat-trick.
While cases can be constructed among the rest, hat-trick seekers In d'Or and O'CONNELL look the strongest candidates.
(4) Crackerjacque 16/1, From quite a good family and there was a glimmer of promise at Exeter 2 months ago. Will need to build plenty on that to figure here. Respectable run at Exeter but a line of form gives him plenty to find with A Pai De Nom.
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2nd (5) (10/3 0%) Mondoui'boy
3.333333
10/3(0%)
(5) Mondoui'boy 10/3, £140,000 buy after finishing runner-up sole start in Irish points in March, the winner a promising hurdler for Ted Walsh. From the family of useful hurdler/top-class chaser (stays 21f) Saint Calvados and represents owner/rider 2-7 in bumpers (won on impressive newcomer at Newbury in November). Second to a good horse in his Irish point and then made £140,000 at the sales.
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1
3rd (1) (7/2 +13%) Hurricane Pat
3.5
7/2(+13%)
(1) Hurricane Pat 7/2, £40,000 buy after finishing runner-up in a pair of Irish points in the spring and looked a good prospect when landing C&D bumper (7/1, good) in November from stablemate, tanking through the race. Faces different conditions here but he can improve and seems sure to figure under a penalty. Twice runner-up in Irish points and went one better on bumper debut here in Nov; penalised.
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2
4th (2) (11/2 +15%) Silver Hill
5.5
11/2(+15%)
(2) Silver Hill 11/2, £42,000 Shirocco gelding from the family of smart bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Snow Tern. 9/2, made a winning start in Market Rasen bumper in December, the stamina in his pedigree shining through as he battled well to come out on top. Should improve and one to consider. Won off a steady pace at Market Rasen; improvement needed if he's to follow up.
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5th (3) (4/5 +42%) A Pai De Nom
0.8
4/5(+42%)
(3) A Pai De Nom 4/5, From a good family and despite being easy to back he shaped really well when second at Chepstow (10/1) on debut in October, a long way clear of the rest, while the winner has made it 2-2 since. Good chance back from a break with improvement likely. Second to a smart one at Chepstow in October, posting an eyecatching RPR in the process.
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6th (7) (100/1 -203%) Vesalius
100
100/1(-203%)
(7) Vesalius 100/1, Half-brother to 2 Flat winners but wasn't doing too much quickly when well held on debut at Aintree in November. Work to do. Beaten about 12l in a steadily run Aintree bumper in November; possibly flattered by that.
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7th (6) (28/1 +44%) Recordator
28
28/1(+44%)
(6) Recordator 28/1, Dartmouth gelding. Dam fair 2½m hurdle winner (stayed 25f). Stiff introduction. £4,000 yearling; first foal out of a 2m4f hurdle/multiple point winner.
The chart reads from right to left to today's class 2 race.
Runner-up to a talented sort at Chepstow who has gone in again since, the well-related A PAI DE NOM shaped with plenty of promise on that occasion and the five-year-old can go one better now. A determined winner on debut over C&D in November, Hurricane Pat will have it tougher under a 4lb penalty, while Mondoui'boy looks the pick of the newcomers being related to Saint Calvados.
A PAI DE NOM has winners Hurricane Pat and Silver Hill to contend with but looked a banker for one of these when shaping really well on debut at Chepstow, and gets the vote over his penalised rivals. Mondoui'boy is an interesting newcomer.
Hurricane Pat is penalised and A PAI DE NOM probably achieved more in his defeat at Chepstow. Mondoui'boy is respected.
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This is the 16:15 Kempton race from the video above backed at 28/1 earlier in the day.
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.
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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.
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