1 Monday 1st January 2024 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

Tomform Monday 1st January 2024

There were 47 Races on Monday 1st January 2024 across 7 meetings. There was 7 races at Tramore, 7 races at Exeter, 6 races at Catterick, 7 races at Fairyhouse, 6 races at Musselburgh, 7 races at Cheltenham, 7 races at Newcastle, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Monday 1st January 2024

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

12:00 Tramore Maiden Hurdle 17f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	1 1st (1) (5/1 -11%) Boldog	5 5/1(-11%)	(1) Boldog 5/1, Career best when winning 15-runner bumper (7/1) at Hexham (16.2f, soft), suited by strong pace to lead straight. Has to give away weight to all his rivals but there's plenty to like on hurdling debut having switched from Stuart Crawford in the interim. Hexham bumper winner; now with Joseph O'Brien and further progression highly likely.
2	6 2nd (6) (11/8 +15%) Gorgeous Tom	1.375 11/8(+15%)	(6) Gorgeous Tom 11/8, In the frame both starts in points and improved plenty from hurdling debut when second of 25 in maiden hurdle (4/1) at Navan (16f, heavy) 23 days ago. Every chance he can go one better. Has been bumping into smart horses and this is a good chance to shed his maiden status.
3	4 3rd (4) (10/1 -67%) Cappucino	10 10/1(-67%)	(4) Cappucino 10/1, Well-backed 11/10, maintained his record of not yet finishing outside the frame when second of 9 in bumper at this course (16f, heavy) 81 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Promising bumper efforts but one or two of these should be too classy.
4	10 4th (10) (6/5 +4%) Milo Lises	1.2 6/5(+4%)	(10) Milo Lises 6/5, Was sent off favourite on hurdling bow after showing plenty of promise on only bumper outing back in the spring but didn't get far when unseating his rider at the third in maiden (15/8) at Navan (16f, heavy) 23 days ago. Remains of interest. Smart bumper runner-up and favourite when departing early at Navan.
5th	3 5th (3) (14/1 +22%) Ballybrack Wood	14 14/1(+22%)	(3) Ballybrack Wood 14/1, Still in need of the experience when a well-beaten sixth of 17 in maiden hurdle (11/1) at Clonmel (19.1f, heavy) 25 days ago. Runner-up in a point but tailed off in both his hurdles, albeit ones won by smart novices.
6th	11 6th (11) (250/1 -67%) The Lucky Lobster	250 250/1(-67%)	(11) The Lucky Lobster 250/1, No impact in 3 maiden hurdles. 250-1 when pulled up at Clonmel last month and makes no appeal.
7th	14 7th (14) (250/1 -100%) Misty Milan	250 250/1(-100%)	(14) Misty Milan 250/1, Tailed off in 3 maiden hurdles. Had three chances in maidens and was tailed off in all of them; instantly opposable.
8th	12 8th (12) (250/1 -100%) Backfromtheraces	250 250/1(-100%)	(12) Backfromtheraces 250/1, Fifth sole start in points and offered little making hurdling debut when well held at Naas recently. Beaten in the region of 40l in a point and maiden hurdle.
9th	5 9th (5) (300/1 -100%) Coulrophobia	300 300/1(-100%)	(5) Coulrophobia 300/1, Always behind when eighth of 12 in maiden hurdle (150/1) at Clonmel (16.4f, heavy) on debut 53 days ago. Jumping was untidy when a remote eighth on debut at Clonmel.
10th	15 10th (15) (300/1 -100%) You Make Me Smile	300 300/1(-100%)	(15) You Make Me Smile 300/1, 200/1, did no better than in bumpers/on the Flat sent hurdling after 5 months off when well held in maiden at Naas (16f, soft) 18 days ago. Limited on the Flat and in bumpers before a forgettable start over hurdles last month.
11th	9 11th (9) (200/1 -300%) Matagorda	200 200/1(-300%)	(9) Matagorda 200/1, Sans Frontieres gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Winningtry. Dam (c80/h88) bumper/fair 2m-2½m hurdle winner. Half-sister to bumper/2m4f and 3m hurdle winner Winningtry and point winner Rosy Story.
12th	7 12th (7) (100/1 -300%) Inforapound	100 100/1(-300%)	(7) Inforapound 100/1, Sandmason gelding. Dam modest 21f/23f hurdle/chase winner. Second foal out of a 2m5f-2m7f hurdle winner; likely best watched unless backed.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (150/1 -88%) Lacken Forest	150 150/1(-88%)	(8) Lacken Forest 150/1, Sageburg gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (2m-2¼m winner) Valain. First foal; dam unraced half-sister to winners under both codes.
13	13 \|PU\| (13) (250/1 -100%) Gentle Lady	250 250/1(-100%)	(13) Gentle Lady 250/1, 150/1, too free when pulled up in maiden hurdle at this course (16.2f, soft) on debut 34 days ago, headed early final circuit having raced clear. Clear at one stage (raced keenly) but ended up being pulled up here a month ago.

LTO Selection:

GORGEOUS TOM has some strong form to his name and looks the one to beat. An eye-catching fourth on his debut for current connections, he followed-up on that effort by chasing home subsequent Grade 1 winner Caldwell Potter on his most recent start at Navan. The Henry de Bromhead-trained bay pulled seven-lengths clear of the third at the Co Meath venue, with recent Limerick winner Cato's Revenge in behind. Second on debut in the Goffs Defender Bumper, Milo Lises unseated on his first try over flights when sent off favourite. Coming from the powerhouse yard of Willie Mullins, he is sure to go close. Hexham bumper winner Boldog starts off for Joseph O'Brien and has definite claims, while Cappuccino, who has been placed three times from four starts, is another for the shortlist.

Only a handful of these make any serious appeal and it's MILO LISES who gets the nod for Willie Mullins having been sent off favourite but not getting very far on his hurdling debut at Navan just over 3 weeks ago. The obvious threat is Gorgeous Tom, who improved plenty from hurdling debut when finishing runner-up to a subsequent winner on the same card. Boldog and Cappucino are a couple of hurdling debutants also worth keeping a close eye on.

Mullins has a great record in this maiden but Milo Lises departed early at Navan and preference is for GORGEOUS TOM.

12:00 Tramore Maiden Hurdle 17f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:10 Fairyhouse Conditions Hurdle 17f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	1 1st (1) (2/9 +45%) Mollys Mango	0.222222 2/9(+45%)	(1) Mollys Mango 2/9, Bumper winner who made a successful start to her hurdle career in 15-runner 2m maiden at Thurles in November. Disappointed at Wexford since but this looks an ideal opportunity to bounce straight back. Snug maiden winner on hurdling debut at Thurles and wasn't right when pulled up last time.
2	5 2nd (5) (15/2 -88%) Littlebiggie	7.5 15/2(-88%)	(5) Littlebiggie 15/2, Point winner. Second in a bumper on Rules debut. Shaped as if better for the experience when sixth of 9 in maiden at Punchestown (19.2f, heavy) on hurdles bow 20 days ago. Hooded for 1st time. Might be the one to follow Mollys Mango home. Led before fading out of contention against geldings over 2m3f; hood might help.
3	4 3rd (4) (28/1 -211%) Justmadeit	28 28/1(-211%)	(4) Justmadeit 28/1, Little form in points but showed a bit when fifth of 8 in bumper (22/1) at Limerick (16f, heavy) on NH debut 41 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Homebred from a decent family was fair fifth in Limerick bumper on rules debut.
4	2 4th (2) (100/1 -400%) Getaway Erin	100 100/1(-400%)	(2) Getaway Erin 100/1, 150/1, tenth of 16 in maiden hurdle at Naas (19f, soft) on NH debut 18 days ago. Huge price for her first outing when beaten 29l in pre-Christmas maiden at Naas.
5th	3 5th (3) (11/2 +45%) Jazzie De Chaillac	5.5 11/2(+45%)	(3) Jazzie De Chaillac 11/2, Twice-raced maiden. Hooded for 1st time, fifth of 8 in maiden hurdle (20/1) at this course (23.2f, heavy) 16 days ago. Down in trip. Front-runner ended up well beaten in maidens over further at this course; drops in trip.

LTO Selection:

MOLLYS MANGO is the only track winner in the line-up and should prove hard to beat. Disappointingly pulled up on her most recent start at Wexford, the Gordon Elliott-trained bay was found to be 'blowing hard post race', while Jack Kennedy reported 'that his mount ran keen'. That Wexford contest was her first try over 2m4f and back in trip now, it's difficult to look beyond the Caldwell Construction-owned six-year-old, who is from the family of 2014 Stayers' Hurdle winner More Of That. Jazzie De Chaillac has attempted to make all on both of her track starts to date and dropping in trip to 2m1f, it'll be interesting to see if she can sustain the gallop. Littlebiggie has a point-to-point win to her name and should be able to make her presence felt. A fair sixth on her debut over flights at Punchestown, she was a place ahead of Clonmel bumper winner Rainbow Trail.

Although MOLLYS MANGO disappointed at Wexford last time she's still a standout in this weak race. Littlebiggie should be sharper with her Punchestown hurdle debut experience behind her and can fill the forecast spot.

A low-key start to proceedings. MOLLYS MANGO, who has by far the best form and wasn't right when disappointing at Wexford, should score

12:10 Fairyhouse Conditions Hurdle 17f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:20 Cheltenham Maiden Hurdle (Class 2) 20f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (13/8 -8%) Peaky Boy	1.625 13/8(-8%)	(5) Peaky Boy 13/8, Cost £240,000 after winning an Irish point and made a good start in bumpers for Michael Scudamore in autumn 2022, seeing things out really well when landing Newcastle contest. Had a wind op subsequently. Longer trip sure to suit now hurdling and likely to be ready to go for new yard. Key player. Won Irish point and soft-ground bumper; has left Michael Scudamore and had wind surgery.
2	1 2nd (1) (5/1 +29%) Champagne Twist	5 5/1(+29%)	(1) Champagne Twist 5/1, Picked up for £60,000 after getting off the mark in Irish points at the third attempt in April. Ran to a fair level on hurdling debut at Ascot (19.3f) 5 weeks ago, looking rather ungainly under pressure but perhaps still needing experience. That form is solid and he can improve. Won Irish maiden point; should improve after his Ascot fourth (2m3f) and probably needs to.
3	4 3rd (4) (7/2 +30%) Magical King	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(4) Magical King 7/2, Has shown fairly useful form in 3 starts over hurdles at up to this trip, pulling clear of the rest when second in messy contest at Aintree but jumping none too fluently dropped to 2m in handicap at Sandown last time. Probably needs a couple to misfire if he's to come out on top. Acts on heavy; this step back up in trip can help and he has among the best form.
4	6 4th (6) (5/2 -67%) Innatendue	2.5 5/2(-67%)	(6) Innatendue 5/2, Fairly useful hurdler who ran up to her best on her first outing since the spring/back with this trainer when just failing over extended 2m in maiden here 6 weeks ago. Unproven over this longer trip but can surely win a race in this sphere before long. Closed to a neck in 2m maiden here (soft; has run respectably on heavy) six weeks ago.
5th	2 5th (2) (22/1 -83%) Diamond Dealer	22 22/1(-83%)	(2) Diamond Dealer 22/1, Point winner who has looked rather hard work so far under Rules, running out on bumper debut and again proving wayward on return in 2m Chepstow novice hurdle, pressing leader after 3 out before hanging left. Has work to do up in trip back from breathing op. Tendency to hang left has been a problem; had wind surgery since latest start; work to do.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (100/1 -52%) Glengolly	100 100/1(-52%)	(3) Glengolly 100/1, Showed some promise on his debut in bumper but well beaten in Newbury sales race next time. Up in trip for hurdles debut back from 9 months off. First bumper run last March (on good) was better than his second (on soft); no claims yet.

LTO Selection:

Innatendue might have been slightly unfortunate not to open her account over timber last time. The Irish raider finished a narrow second over 2m here in November, but Sean Bowen lost an iron late on and that could have made the difference. She holds every chance but preference is for PEAKY BOY, who hasn't been seen since winning a bumper at Newcastle for Michael Scudamore in November 2022. Now in the care of Nicky Henderson, he can make an immediate impact now sent over hurdles. Champagne Twist is also noted.

PEAKY BOY looked a good jumps prospect in bumpers last autumn and may have been found a good opening for his first go over hurdles for his new yard, with the stiffer test sure to suit. Innatendue, who went close over 2m here in November, will be the danger if staying this longer trip. Magical King is also in with a shout.

Irish point and Newcastle bumper winner PEAKY BOY may well score again on this first attempt both over hurdles and for Nicky Henderson.

12:20 Cheltenham Maiden Hurdle (Class 2) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:25 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 19f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (10/1 -82%) Charles Ritz	10 10/1(-82%)	(2) Charles Ritz 10/1, Looked a good staying prospect when scoring on debut over hurdles in a Southwell novice in December 2021. Has made the track only 4 times since but stepped up on his chasing debut form when second of 4 in a handicap at Huntingdon (2½m, soft) when last seen in April. Ran well behind well-handicapped rival last April but not seen again since.
2	6 2nd (6) (7/2 +42%) Good Friday Fairy	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(6) Good Friday Fairy 7/2, Steadily progressive over hurdles last season and performed with credit when third on return/chase debut at Ffos Las. Was the only one to finish when subsequently scoring at Fontwell (19.5f, heavy) but he's a sound jumper and should make his presence felt. Made all over this trip on heavy ground at Fontwell last month; could have more to offer.
3	1 3rd (1) (5/2 +9%) High Game Royal	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(1) High Game Royal 5/2, Built on maiden/novice promise when making a winning handicap debut over hurdles at Chepstow on final start of last season. Placed both starts switched to fences this time round and a bold show is anticipated here. Ran well when placed in first two chases; likely contender again here.
4	4 4th (4) (9/2 -50%) Tango Tara	4.5 9/2(-50%)	(4) Tango Tara 9/2, Off the mark at the third attempt over hurdles in a 19.5f Chepstow handicap (good) in April 2022. Absent since (has undergone a wind op in the interim) but this former point winner couldn't be in better hands and is of strong interest now tackling fences. Tongue strap applied. Not seen since winning handicap hurdle debut in April 2022 but still looks interesting.
5th	7 5th (7) (16/1 +52%) Royal Sam	16 16/1(+52%)	(7) Royal Sam 16/1, Point winner who appeared to be on the right track over hurdles when runner-up in handicaps at Leicester and Lingfield last February. However, he was well held final 2 starts of last season and is opposable sent chasing for new yard following an 8-month absence. Not seen since two 40l defeats over hurdles last spring; makes stable/chase debut today.
5	5 \|PU\| (5) (7/2 +13%) Western General	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(5) Western General 7/2, Made the frame first 3 starts over hurdles last season prior to landing the odds in a 18.5f Newton Abbot maiden. Probably needed the run on return at Plumpton in November and appeals as the type to do better now switched to fences. Just 1-5 over hurdles; needs to improve to win here but should have a future over fences.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (16/1 +0%) Mot Pour Mot	16 16/1(+0%)	(3) Mot Pour Mot 16/1, Fairly useful hurdler in France who made the frame in pair of listed events at 18.9f in 2022. Reportedly bled when pulled up on debut for Kim Bailey in a Warwick handicap chase 12 months ago and subsequent absence is an obvious concern. Useful hurdler in France; absent since pulled up in British chase a year ago.

LTO Selection:

Tango Tara seems worthy of a market watch on his debut over fences for the Paul Nicholls yard, but this is his first run following wind surgery and over 20 months off the track. He might go well regardless, but HIGH GAME ROYAL is narrowly preferred for the stable which won this in 2020. Second and third on his two starts over fences, he can put that experience to good use with Callum Pritchard's 7lb claim a bonus. Royal Sam could be the surprise package.

Cases can be made for the majority of these and the suggestion is WESTERN GENERAL, who was third to none other than Captain Teague on his sole start between the flags and he can be expected to build on the promise he showed over hurdles now switched to fences. Tango Tara is another interesting chase debutant and is next on the list ahead of High Game Royal, who is just about the pick of those with experience in this sphere.

Preference is for HIGH GAME ROYAL, who ran well when placed in his first two chases and will be suited by today's testing conditions.

12:25 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:30 Tramore Handicap Hurdle 17f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	7 1st (7) (6/1 +29%) Bynx	6 6/1(+29%)	(7) Bynx 6/1, Course winner. 10/1, eleventh of 17 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (19.2f, heavy) 20 days ago. One win from 21 NH runs. Ran well now and again last year but she's not the percentage call.
2	2 2nd (2) (4/1 -78%) Belle The Lioness	4 4/1(-78%)	(2) Belle The Lioness 4/1, Tongue strap on for 1st time, good third of 5 in minor event hurdle at Wexford (20f, heavy, 10/3) 45 days ago. Player on her handicap hurdle debut with few miles on the clock. Bumper/maiden winner; should come on for reappearance now sent handicapping.
3	4 3rd (4) (9/1 +50%) Little Mixup	9 9/1(+50%)	(4) Little Mixup 9/1, Last of 19 in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, soft, 66/1) 29 days ago for Miss Shauna Larkin. Not discounted back with former yard. This is a drop in grade from recent assignments and conditions will be fine.
4	8 4th (8) (7/2 -8%) Star Official	3.5 7/2(-8%)	(8) Star Official 7/2, Winner in hurdle at Thurles in October. Creditable second of 15 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (16.2f, heavy, 10/1) 25 days ago, no match for winner. In the picture. In form but perhaps a question of whether others are better handicapped.
5th	5 5th (5) (6/1 +33%) Cerberus	6 6/1(+33%)	(5) Cerberus 6/1, Twenty four runs since last win in 2019. Below form sixth of 12 in handicap hurdle (16/1) at Cork (20f, heavy) 36 days ago. Essentially disappointing but returns to a better trip and mark continues to slide.
6th	1 6th (1) (12/1 +45%) Rasiym	12 12/1(+45%)	(1) Rasiym 12/1, Sixth of 10 in novice chase (80/1) at Thurles (18.4f, good to soft) on debut over fences 32 days ago, not knocked about. Switches from chase to hurdles. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Something to prove on the wellbeing front but might yet come good again.
7th	3 7th (3) (7/2 +30%) Clarens	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(3) Clarens 7/2, Failed to last home when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Navan (20f, heavy, 9/1) 15 days ago. Expected to be bang there back down in trip here. Back to form when second of 20 at Navan; not sure what happened there last time.
8th	9 8th (9) (16/1 -14%) Man River	16 16/1(-14%)	(9) Man River 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable sixth of 15 in handicap hurdle (10/1) at Naas (16f, soft) 18 days ago. More needed at these weights, though. Beaten single-figure lengths in last two handicaps but being out of the weights is no help.
9th	6 9th (6) (28/1 -155%) The Grey Falco	28 28/1(-155%)	(6) The Grey Falco 28/1, 1 win from 3 runs this season. Fair fourth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good to soft, 5/1) 168 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Ben Pauling and not dismissed. Southwell winner bought for 8,000gns; can win more races for new connections.

LTO Selection:

CLARENS is the selection in this competitive affair. Not the most consistent of late, he was a fine second of 20 on his penultimate start, with subsequent Leopardstown winners Music Of Tara and One Last Tango in third and fourth respectively. Pulled up when tried over 2m4f for the first time on his most recent outing, he might be able to bounce back now, dropping in trip. In truth, it's difficult to safely rule out any of the remaining eight contenders. Handicap debutant Belle The Lioness is given second preference and she is sure to have plenty of supporters, while the same can be said of Star Official with Danny Mullins aboard. Three-time winner Little Mixup warrants respect, while course victor Bynx and Ceberus, who won a Grade 3 as a juvenile, are others of interest.

BELLE THE LIONESS made an encouraging return when third at Wexford and can take a step forward now going into handicaps and resume winning ways. Clarens should prove suited by reverting to this trip so could emerge as the main danger to Henry de Bromhead's mare ahead of Star Official.

There's no question that CERBERUS has become frustrating but his mark continues to fall and he's back to his best distance.

12:30 Tramore Handicap Hurdle 17f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:35 Musselburgh Conditions Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (11/1 -214%) Rory The Cat	11 11/1(-214%)	(1) Rory The Cat 11/1, Won pair of handicaps on the level this summer. Remote sixth to Union Flag on his C&D hurdle debut in November but different proposition when winning a 5-runner event back here 3 weeks later. The form is nothing special, though, so he'll require another chunk of improvement to follow up. Scored over C&D last time with usual blinkers reapplied; enters calculations.
2	4 2nd (4) (11/2 +39%) Churchwarden	5.5 11/2(+39%)	(4) Churchwarden 11/2, Showed fair form on second of 2 starts in maidens on Flat for Eddie & Patrick Harty. New trainer John McConnell has won this 3 times since 2019, including with a hurdle newcomer. Market confidence could prove significant. New trainer has a good record in this race; interesting hurdles debutant.
3	3 3rd (3) (6/1 -118%) Union Flag	6 6/1(-118%)	(3) Union Flag 6/1, Fair maiden on the Flat who built on his hurdling debut promise for Noel Meade when ready winner of 9-runner C&D juvenile in November. Perhaps found the run coming too soon when only a remote fourth at Catterick 16 days later. Can bounce back. Disappointing last time but won over C&D (stable debut) earlier in November.
4	2 4th (2) (4/9 +56%) Teorie	0.444444 4/9(+56%)	(2) Teorie 4/9, Fairly useful winner on the Flat in Ireland for Jim Bolger. Didn't look a natural in the jumping department but still ran out a ready winner on his recent Catterick hurdle debut (2m, good to soft). The cheekpieces he wore on the Flat go on now. Leading claims. Top on Irish Flat form; scored by wide margin at Catterick for new yard; respected.
5th	5 5th (5) (66/1 -230%) La Quarite	66 66/1(-230%)	(5) La Quarite 66/1, Hasn't shown enough in his 2 starts to suggest he's likely to play a leading role here. Needs to show improvement.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (200/1 -203%) Apples Destiny	200 200/1(-203%)	(6) Apples Destiny 200/1, Tailed off in an Aintree bumper in November. Can only be watched. Unpromising debut in Aintree bumper.

LTO Selection:

TEORIE had plenty in hand when landing the odds on his hurdling debut at Catterick a couple of weeks ago and Fergal O'Brien's gelding is hard to oppose on the back of that performance. Churchwarden showed some ability in a short Flat career last year and he should not be discounted as a result. Union Flag and Rory The Cat are the pick of the remainder.

TEORIE overcame a few indifferent leaps to make a winning start over hurdles at Catterick 13 days ago and is taken to follow up. Union Flag will give him something to think about if back to the form he showed when winning over C&D, while a market move for Churchwarden would be very interesting given John McConnell's excellent recent record in this race.

The vote goes to TEORIE, who should build on his Catterick win. Churchwarden is second choice.

12:35 Musselburgh Conditions Hurdle (Class 4) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:40 Fairyhouse Maiden Hurdle 21f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	5 1st (5) (11/8 +15%) I Will Be Baie	1.375 11/8(+15%)	(5) I Will Be Baie 11/8, Point winner who has showed useful form in bumpers, off the mark at the second attempt at Galway (18f) back in August prior to finishing good second at Listowel in September. Exciting prospect now attentions switch to timber. Point winner and useful bumper performer makes hurdling debut; first time on deep ground.
2	7 2nd (7) (4/9 +34%) My Trump Card	0.444444 4/9(+34%)	(7) My Trump Card 4/9, Highly promising sort. 1 win from 2 runs this season. Won 10-runner bumper at Navan (16f, heavy, 30/100) 23 days ago, keeping on well final 1f and going clear. Rates a very good prospect returned to hurdling and respected. Easy odds-on winner of Navan bumper; has hurdling experience and trip/ground fine.
3	1 3rd (1) (12/1 +0%) Ah Remy Martin	12 12/1(+0%)	(1) Ah Remy Martin 12/1, Runner-up on second of 2 starts in bumpers but shaped as if needing the run following 7 months off when seventh of 25 in novice hurdle (20/1) at Navan (16f, heavy) on hurdles bow 23 days ago. Entitled to progress now stepping up in trip. Remote seventh to subsequent Grade 1 winner at Navan (fifth won handicap off 109 since).
4	2 4th (2) (33/1 -83%) Al Gasparo	33 33/1(-83%)	(2) Al Gasparo 33/1, Successful on second of 2 starts in points (Mar 26) but he could run to only a modest level when sixth of 10 in bumper at this course (16f, soft) on NH debut 29 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip. Won a point on testing ground for Ciaran Murphy; was 25-1 when sixth of 10 in bumper here.
5th	11 5th (11) (200/1 -203%) Get Down To It	200 200/1(-203%)	(11) Get Down To It 200/1, Getaway filly. Half-sister to fair hurdler Ceanndana. 66/1, eighth of 15 in novice hurdle at this course (20.2f, heavy) on NH debut 38 days ago. Big price and well beaten in mares' maiden over C&D in November; can only be watched.
6th	3 6th (3) (50/1 -52%) Hesasmoothoperator	50 50/1(-52%)	(3) Hesasmoothoperator 50/1, Califet gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser Regina Dracones, stays 3¾m. Half-brother to yard's useful 2m-3m1f hurdle/chase winner Regina Dracones; best watched.
7th	6 7th (6) (200/1 -33%) Lucky Two	200 200/1(-33%)	(6) Lucky Two 200/1, 200/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Wexford (20.7f, good to soft) 178 days ago, tailing off some way out. Mare seems very modest on evidence to date and back from a break.
8th	8 8th (8) (150/1 -127%) Oneforgonzo	150 150/1(-127%)	(8) Oneforgonzo 150/1, Twice-raced maiden. 125/1, eighth of 12 in novice hurdle at Bellewstown (16.8f, good) 177 days ago. Up in trip here but low-grade handicaps entitled to be more his bag moving forward. Ran okay in two summer maidens but can only be watched after six months off.
9th	4 9th (4) (150/1 -275%) Hestheboycandoit	150 150/1(-275%)	(4) Hestheboycandoit 150/1, Notnowcato gelding. Half-brother to fair chaser Leish Oscars Son. Dam (c127/h107) 2½m chase winner (stayed 2¾m). Last of 6 sole start in points (Oct 28). Half-brother to 2m5f chase winner Leish Oscars Son; out the back in a point-to-point.
9	9 \|PU\| (9) (200/1 -203%) Opera Night	200 200/1(-203%)	(9) Opera Night 200/1, Twice-raced maiden. 80/1, ninth of 11 in bumper at Down Royal (16.9f, soft) 51 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Well beaten in two bumpers; tongue-tie fitted for hurdling debut.
12	12 \|PU\| (12) (200/1 +0%) Lady Goliath	200 200/1(+0%)	(12) Lady Goliath 200/1, 250/1, tenth of 15 in novice hurdle at this course (20.2f, heavy) 38 days ago, racing off the pace and not able to land a blow. Passed over. Modest mare beaten miles in course maidens on last three starts.

LTO Selection:

A match between MY TRUMP CARD and I Will Be Baie, with preference for the Gordon Elliott-trained former. Bred by Patrick Mullins and a brother to Grade 1 winner Airlie Beach, the selection has valuable hurdling experience to his name and comfortably accounted for nine rivals when successful in a bumper at Navan on his most recent start. Back over flights now, the E230,000 Goffs Land Rover Sale purchase looks an exciting prospect going forward. A beaten favourite on two of his four outings to date, I Will Be Baie starts off over flights. Bought for 150,000 pounds after winning a point-to-point for Colin Bowe, the French-bred grey should give the selection plenty to think about. One of four Tom Gibney-trained runners in the line-up, Ah Remy Martin looks the best of the rest.

MY TRUMP CARD and I Will Be Baie both displayed useful form in bumpers and comfortably rate the pair to focus on. The former is narrowly preferred holding hurdles experience over the latter. Run For Harry and Ah Remy Martin can do battle for third spot.

A two-horse. MY TRUMP CARD, proven on the ground and with the benefit of hurdling experience, is preferred to I Will Be Baie

12:40 Fairyhouse Maiden Hurdle 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:45 Catterick Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 19f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (25/1 -79%) Backbyjet	25 25/1(-79%)	(3) Backbyjet 25/1, Winless following 9 attempts between the flags and Rules debut in a Sedgefield wasn't overly encouraging. Needs to take a sizeable step forward now switched to hurdles. Failed to win in nine runs pointing in Ireland; tailed off in a bumper; plenty to prove.
2	4 2nd (4) (13/8 +41%) Hawkseye View	1.625 13/8(+41%)	(4) Hawkseye View 13/8, Successful sole completed start in points and stepped up on his low-key hurdles debut when third in a 12-runner C&D novice (good to soft) 13 days ago. Wouldn't need to improve much on that in order to play a leading role in this contest. £15,000 buy after English point win in May; decent third over C&D last time; a possible.
3	5 3rd (5) (10/1 +50%) Rumble B	10 10/1(+50%)	(5) Rumble B 10/1, Remains a maiden after 29 starts under Rules and he's likely to find one or two too good once more. 24-race maiden over hurdles; has shown modest form; doesn't have an obvious chance.
4	2 4th (2) (4/5 +12%) Let's Go Joe	0.8 4/5(+12%)	(2) Let's Go Joe 4/5, Runner-up in a point before making a winning hurdles debut for new yard in 10-runner novice at Sedgefield (19.8f, heavy) in November. The one to beat. Good second in an Irish point; winner at Sedgefield on hurdles debut; the one to beat.
5th	7 5th (7) (80/1 +47%) Ushuaia Dancer	80 80/1(+47%)	(7) Ushuaia Dancer 80/1, Made frame completed start in points but has offered precious little in 2 starts under Rules. Modest form in Irish points and a bumper; pulled up on hurdles debut; others stronger.
6th	8 6th (8) (50/1 +0%) Walk My Way	50 50/1(+0%)	(8) Walk My Way 50/1, Failed to threaten in 7 starts between the flags and went with little promise when pulled up in a Sedgefield maiden on hurdles debut. Modest form pointing in Ireland and was pulled up on hurdles debut; best watched for now.
7th	6 7th (6) (125/1 +17%) Samillier	125 125/1(+17%)	(6) Samillier 125/1, Ninth of 10 in bumper at Newcastle on debut/sole start for Mark Walford last December. Pulled up on 2 of his 3 subsequent starts between the flags and the outcome was the same starting out over hurdles at Hexham 19 days ago. Modest pointer who was tailed off on hurdles debut; others preferred.

LTO Selection:

There was far more encouragement to be taken from HAWKSEYE VIEW's recent third-placed finish over C&D and he looks to hold every chance of gaining a breakthrough victory in this sphere. Penalised French hurdle winner Jiair Madrik has some fair form to his name and Donald McCain's charge could give the selection plenty to think about on his UK debut, while Rumble B boasts plenty of experience in this discipline.

LET'S GO JOE won on hurdle bow at Sedgefield in November and this looks a good opportunity for a follow up. Hawkseye View left his Rules debut form behind when third over C&D recently and he's next best ahead of French-import Jiair Madrik and the exposed Rumble B.

Former Irish pointer LET'S GO JOE, successful at Sedgefield on his hurdles debut, is taken to beat the progressive Hawkseye View.

12:45 Catterick Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:55 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 3) 16f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (3/1 +14%) Libberty Hunter	3 3/1(+14%)	(3) Libberty Hunter 3/1, Progressive sort who gained compensation for his reappearance/chase debut fall (looked likely winner) when running out a convincing winner at Wincanton (15.7f) 2 weeks ago, looking well ahead of his mark. Claims for all this rates tougher. Did it very easily at Wincanton; up 10lb in better race; could have lots more left in tank.
2	1 2nd (1) (7/4 +42%) Matata	1.75 7/4(+42%)	(1) Matata 7/4, Headstrong sort who's long appealed as the type to make a better chaser and he impressed when making all in a Ffos Las novices' handicap (2m) in October, jumping boldly and in control from 3 out. Big player with prospect of more to come. Easy win on chase debut; hit with 9lb rise but could still be ahead of the handicapper.
3	4 3rd (4) (10/3 +58%) Fine Casting	3.333333 10/3(+58%)	(4) Fine Casting 10/3, Fairly useful hurdles winner and appeared to run to a similar level on first crack at chasing when runner-up under very testing conditions at Ffos Las (19.4f) in December. That form not easiest to get a handle on but he's a likeable sort. Promising second on chase debut at Ffos Las and open to improvement in this sphere.
4	2 4th (2) (7/2 +0%) Petit Tonnerre	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(2) Petit Tonnerre 7/2, Useful hurdler who has looked a work in progress in pair of graded novice chases this winter, keeping on under considerate ride when fourth in Grade 1 Henry VIII at Sandown (15.5f) early last month. Switch to handicaps a plus and he remains capable of better in this sphere. Promise in Graded races on first two chase starts; respected in first chase handicap.
5th	5 5th (5) (50/1 +24%) Full Of Light	50 50/1(+24%)	(5) Full Of Light 50/1, Not looked the force of old in recent months and hard to make a case for operating from miles out of the weights. Fair 4th over fences at Hereford latest but miles out of the handicap here; hard to fancy.

LTO Selection:

MATATA put in an excellent round of jumping when making all to win on his chasing bow at Ffos Las in October, and natural improvement could make Nigel Twiston-Davies' six-year-old a tough nut to crack. Libberty Hunter came down three out at Chepstow on his first start over the larger obstacles, but he made no mistake when scoring at Wincanton next time and he merits respect along with Petit Tonnerre, who was far from disgraced in the Henry VIII at Sandown.

MATATA looked one to keep firmly on side when running out a most impressive winner on return/chase debut at Ffos Las in October, jumping boldly and ultimately winning eased up. He can defy a 9 lb hike in the weights and come out on top again. Libberty Hunter and Petit Tonnerre head up the dangers, in that order.

A warm little race. LIBBERTY HUNTER was very impressive at Wincanton last time and is taken to defy a 10lb rise and follow up.

12:55 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 3) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:00 Exeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 22f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (12/1 +0%) Feivel	12 12/1(+0%)	(1) Feivel 12/1, Fairly useful hurdler/chaser who made a winning start for Stuart Edmunds over fences at Wetherby last February. Stepped up on his low-key reappearance when second in a 4-runner handicap hurdle at Lingfield (23f, good to soft) last time but by no means certain to back that up. Blinkers added. On a good mark now but needs to respond positively to first-time blinkers.
2	7 2nd (7) (13/2 +0%) Cast's Tasha	6.5 13/2(+0%)	(7) Cast's Tasha 13/2, Ended last term on a winning note at Chepstow and has done nothing wrong in a couple of mares' handicaps this season, finishing third to Chloe's Court over this C&D prior to going down narrowly at Wincanton (19.8f, heavy). Has to enter calculations. Ended last season with a win and has performed well on both outings this term; in the mix.
3	5 3rd (5) (7/1 +36%) Longshanks	7 7/1(+36%)	(5) Longshanks 7/1, Last season was a write-off (failed to complete on 4 of his 6 starts, and well held on the 2 occasions that he did get round). However, he scored twice in points in November and is interesting back under Rules for new yard off a potentially handy mark. Out of form under rules last April but returned with two point wins in November.
4	4 4th (4) (10/1 -43%) Chloe's Court	10 10/1(-43%)	(4) Chloe's Court 10/1, Back to form when signing off last season on a winning note at Chepstow and followed up on her reappearance over this C&D (soft) in November. 3 lb rise for that narrow verdict looks about right but she looks vulnerable in this deeper race. Veteran mare; narrow C&D winner on seasonal debut and now bids to complete a hat-trick.
5th	2 5th (2) (10/3 +67%) Madaket	3.333333 10/3(+67%)	(2) Madaket 10/3, Left previous efforts well behind when making a winning handicap debut at Chepstow (19.5f, soft) on return in October. However, put in his place off this mark at Ascot since and while it's possible that his stamina was stretched up to 24.4f there, it still has to go down as a disappointing effort. Shade disappointing last time but may yet build upon his winning seasonal/handicap debut.
6th	3 6th (3) (7/1 -8%) Thirtyfour Thirty	7 7/1(-8%)	(3) Thirtyfour Thirty 7/1, Fairly useful bumper winner for Nigel Twiston-Davies and found some improvement when opening his account at the fourth attempt over hurdles at Fontwell (17.7f, heavy) where he got up in the shadow of the post. This step back up in trip will be no bad thing but more is needed off 4 lb higher here. Stayed on dourly to lead close home on handicap debut; back up from 2m1f today.
7th	8 7th (8) (13/2 -18%) Kimberley Eve	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(8) Kimberley Eve 13/2, Appears to be on the right track, building on her improved Ffos Las second in October when scoring in good style at Ludlow (23.8f, heavy) last month. However, more will be needed if she's to follow up off an 8 lb higher mark in this stronger race. Took form to whole new level when winning by 11l from 7lb out of the weights last month.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (16/5 -28%) Danton	3.2 16/5(-28%)	(6) Danton 16/5, Stepped up on what he showed in maiden company when edged out by Asian Spice (winner again since) on return/handicap debut over 16.7f in November. Benefited from the step up to this trip when going one better over C&D later that month and he remains unexposed. Won 15-runner handicap over C&D in November and remains lightly raced; major player.

LTO Selection:

Chloe's Court has an excellent record here with two wins and two places from four starts. Feivel could go well if first-time blinkers bring about improvement, but LONGSHANKS is a fascinating contender. A winner over fences off a rating of 112 here in 2022, he has looked rejuvenated winning two point-to-points of late and everything points to a bold showing. Danton and Kimberley Eve are also worthy of serious consideration.

There should be more to come from the unexposed DANTON, who got the job done in a big-field C&D handicap last time and a 4 lb rise is pretty much negligible. Longshanks won twice between the flags in November and is of interest back hurdling off an attractive mark for his new yard, while Cast's Tasha is also accorded respect.

Longshanks is not opposed lightly but C&D winner DANTON has plenty of scope for further progress and gets the vote.

13:00 Exeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 22f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:05 Tramore Maiden Hurdle 22f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	7 1st (7) (5/6 +56%) Stoke The Fire	0.833333 5/6(+56%)	(7) Stoke The Fire 5/6, Fairly useful maiden on the Flat, making GB/IRE jumps debut. 15/2 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, second of 16 in handicap at Naas (16.1f, heavy) 78 days ago, just failing. Consistent Flat maiden who very nearly won a 2m premier handicap last time.
2	3 2nd (3) (7/2 +0%) Nouvotic	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(3) Nouvotic 7/2, Promising individual. 40/1, sixth of 16 in novice hurdle at Navan (20f, heavy) on hurdles bow 44 days ago. Should improve. Sixth behind the smart Stellar Story on hurdling debut; should have more to offer.
3	8 3rd (8) (18/1 -13%) Half Off Six Pence	18 18/1(-13%)	(8) Half Off Six Pence 18/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 25/1, creditable fourth of 10 in novice hurdle at this course (21f, soft) 34 days ago. 0-5 in points and has the same record over hurdles; ran just okay here last time.
4	1 4th (1) (7/1 -155%) Notkeepinyagoing	7 7/1(-155%)	(1) Notkeepinyagoing 7/1, Fair hurdler. 10/1, good second of 15 in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (20.2f, heavy) 38 days ago. Point/bumper winner; latest well-held second was her best run yet over hurdles.
5	5 \|PU\| (5) (6/1 +33%) Reve Inoui	6 6/1(+33%)	(5) Reve Inoui 6/1, €22,000 3-y-o, Kingston Hill gelding. Dam maiden on Flat (stayed 8.5f). Off mark in points at third attempt (Dec 10). Bought for £80,000 soon after winning a 3m point only last month.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (18/1 -300%) Sirekoff	18 18/1(-300%)	(6) Sirekoff 18/1, Promising type. Second of 14 in novice hurdle at Clonmel (16.2f, heavy, 28/1) on hurdles bow 25 days ago. Step up in trip will suit and open to progress. Went close on his switch to hurdling at Clonmel (2m, heavy) but this is a stronger race.
2	2 \|PU\| (2) (25/1 +11%) Gabriel Ranger	25 25/1(+11%)	(2) Gabriel Ranger 25/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Tenth of 22 in bumper at Punchestown (16.4f, good to soft, 50/1). Off 8 months. Makes hurdles debut. Significantly up in trip. Best bumper run was his third at Thurles but even then he trailed the winner by some 13l.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (28/1 +15%) Pat The Carraig	28 28/1(+15%)	(4) Pat The Carraig 28/1, Rule of Law gelding. Dam showed nothing sole start over hurdles. First reported foal; dam well held in a 2m4f hurdle; watching brief probably best.

LTO Selection:

STOKE THE FIRE begins for Middleham Park Racing Ireland here, and a winning start over jumps could well be in the offing. The Vadamos gelding has been costly to follow, but a Flat rating of 79 marks the stayer out as a useful sort to be going hurdling with. He has course experience, having finished runner-up to subsequent Listed second placer, Uxmal, in September. On outing number two at the venue now, expect an extended two miles and five to play to the Closutton's runners strengths. Notkeepinyagoing faced an unenviable task in chasing home subsequent dual black-type scorer Jetara at Fairyhouse, and taking into account her rider's claim she receives weight from most of her rivals. She's a strong contender for a place in the frame, along with Nouvotic and Sirekoff.

STOKE THE FIRE only just failed to break his maiden on the Flat at Naas in October and can make a winning start in this sphere if taking to hurdles at the first attempt. Sirekoff pulled clear of the rest when runner-up at Clonmel on his hurdles bow and is an obvious threat ahead of Nouvotic and Notkeepinyagoing.

Although a maiden off the Flat, STOKE THE FIRE very nearly won a premier handicap when last seen and he could be decent over hurdles.

13:05 Tramore Maiden Hurdle 22f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:10 Musselburgh Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 20f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (7/2 +42%) Benson	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(2) Benson 7/2, Useful handicap hurdler who deservedly opened account for present yard here in January and followed up in Morebattle Hurdle at Kelso 2 months later. Not at best both starts this season (chasing debut first occasion), however. Easily made all in this 12 months ago and he's a major player if rediscovering that form.
2	6 2nd (6) (9/2 +68%) Holmes St Georges	4.5 9/2(+68%)	(6) Holmes St Georges 9/2, Fairly useful hurdler who opened his account here over a year ago. Mostly creditable efforts since and likely needed run at Aintree on return. Not discounted. Tailed off at Aintree last month but may have needed the run; progressive earlier in 2023.
3	4 3rd (4) (4/1 -14%) Afadil	4 4/1(-14%)	(4) Afadil 4/1, Showed himself to be well handicapped when comfortably seeing off 14 rivals at the Ayr Scottish National meeting in April. Back on track when third at Taunton last time and should be involved again. Won Listed 4yo hurdle here last February and he's one to consider for top trainer.
4	7 4th (7) (5/2 +0%) In This World	2.5 5/2(+0%)	(7) In This World 5/2, Looked promising when winning on Flat and over hurdles in 2021 and, while he's been very lightly raced since, there were signs of encouragement in his fifth at Cheltenham recently. This isn't as strong and he's worthy of consideration. Stayed on for 5th over 2m1f at Cheltenham last time; this trip could be just what he needs.
5th	3 5th (3) (10/1 -122%) Clear White Light	10 10/1(-122%)	(3) Clear White Light 10/1, Went the right way in handicaps for current yard last term, winning twice at around 2½m. Successful return at Doncaster and latest effort at the same course is best excused, so not without hope. Leaders didn't come back over 2m at Doncaster latest; step back up in trip could be ideal.
6th	5 6th (5) (8/1 -129%) Matchless	8 8/1(-129%)	(5) Matchless 8/1, Improved when winning 9-runner handicap hurdle here (15.6f, good to soft, 11/2) last month and only just denied in messy contest at Doncaster (19.4f) next time. Should go well again. Improving hurdler who has posted a win (here) and a near-miss from his last two starts.
1	1 \|PU\| (1) (33/1 -106%) Lunar Power	33 33/1(-106%)	(1) Lunar Power 33/1, Posted a career-best effort (in blinkers) when successful over hurdles at Ballinrobe (22.4f) in May. Shaped better than distance beaten suggests when eighth of 10 on his recent yard debut at Haydock (18.9f) and his mark has eased ahead of this. Two-time hurdle winner in Ireland but well beaten on stable debut at Haydock in November.

LTO Selection:

BENSON won this race 12 months ago off an 8lb lower mark, but the nine-year-old is only 2lb higher than when winning the Morebattle at Kelso in March. With that in mind, he gets the vote ahead of the consistent Matchless, who was denied by the narrowest of margins on his most recent outing at Doncaster. In This World edges out Afadil to be best of the rest.

MATCHLESS is in top form and, having just been denied at Doncaster last month, he's worth a chance to resume winning ways at the possible expense of Afadil, who is a rare runner at this track for his top stable. In This World is another one to consider.

Paul Nicholls has an excellent record at Musselburgh and AFADIL, who won a Listed 4yo hurdle here last February, gets the nod.

13:10 Musselburgh Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:15 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 21f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	7 1st (7) (9/2 -13%) Don't Talk	4.5 9/2(-13%)	(7) Don't Talk 9/2, 1 win from 3 runs this season. 6/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, career best when winning 12-runner handicap hurdle at this course (16.1f, heavy) 16 days ago. Up in trip. Should go well again. Got off the mark over 2m here last time; 8lb higher but can go well if staying this trip.
2	17 2nd (17) (33/1 -230%) Pipers Boreen	33 33/1(-230%)	(17) Pipers Boreen 33/1, Eighth of 17 in novice hurdle (100/1) at Clonmel (19.1f, heavy) 25 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Well held in three maiden hurdles but was 2nd in a bumper; needs best in cheekpieces.
3	5 3rd (5) (18/1 -177%) Givehimthehonour	18 18/1(-177%)	(5) Givehimthehonour 18/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 50/1, sixth of 13 in novice hurdle at Thurles (16.2f, soft) 39 days ago. Entitled to hold more chance now handicapping with this step up in trip a likely plus. Point winner was well beaten in three maiden hurdles but could be a player on h'cap bow.
4	15 4th (15) (28/1 -40%) Coco Kolada	28 28/1(-40%)	(15) Coco Kolada 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 150/1, twentieth of 21 in novice hurdle at this course (16f, good to soft). Off 8 months. Up in trip. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Showed little in four maidens and not easy to fancy unless the market says otherwise.
5th	2 5th (2) (5/1 +55%) Bocelli's Voice	5 5/1(+55%)	(2) Bocelli's Voice 5/1, 14/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, respectable seventh of 17 in handicap hurdle at Navan (20f, heavy) 44 days ago. Others more persuasive. Clonmel maiden winner in March; beaten 19l on return but can improve from that.
6th	9 6th (9) (5/1 -67%) Lovely Reaction	5 5/1(-67%)	(9) Lovely Reaction 5/1, Promising type. 3/1, fourth of 7 in handicap chase at Clonmel (17.9f, heavy) on debut over fences 25 days ago, not knocked about. Step up in trip rates a plus returned to hurdling and she's one to consider. Won at Limerick last January and some decent runs since; a player if staying this trip.
7th	6 7th (6) (12/1 +33%) Listenheretomejack	12 12/1(+33%)	(6) Listenheretomejack 12/1, Added to his tally at Gowran (2m) last January. 9/2, fifteenth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Naas (15.6f, good to soft) in February, finishing lame. Betting should guide back from 10 months off. Triple hurdle winner over 2m was well beaten when last seen and has stamina to prove.
8th	10 8th (10) (12/1 -20%) Mac's Xpress	12 12/1(-20%)	(10) Mac's Xpress 12/1, Remains a maiden after 17 NH runs. 17/2, sixth of 7 in handicap chase at Clonmel (17.9f, heavy) on debut over fences 25 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Enters calculations. Maiden didn't jump well on chasing debut but has a chance on his better hurdle runs.
9th	1 9th (1) (14/1 -17%) Miss Oreo	14 14/1(-17%)	(1) Miss Oreo 14/1, C&D winner. Winner in hurdle here in October. 3/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Huntingdon (19.6f, good to soft) 57 days ago, soon beaten. Makes handicap hurdle debut. C&D maiden hurdle winner was pulled-up at Huntingdon since; chance if bouncing back.
10th	3 10th (3) (11/1 -38%) Glorytogod Tom	11 11/1(-38%)	(3) Glorytogod Tom 11/1, Lightly-raced winner under NH rules. Career best when winning 12-runner novice hurdle (22/1) at Wexford (16.2f, heavy) 45 days ago, edging ahead on line. Could do better again now handicapping in this sphere. Won a Wexford maiden over 2m on heavy; has stamina to prove on handicap debut.
11th	11 11th (11) (11/4 +80%) Pay Later	2.75 11/4(+80%)	(11) Pay Later 11/4, Lightly-raced maiden. Fared better than previously when ninth of 25 in handicap hurdle (40/1) at Navan (22.4f, good to soft). Off 10 months. First run for yard after leaving G. O'Leary. Tongue strap on 1st time. Point winner showed a glimpse of ability over hurdles; interesting jockey booking.
12th	12 12th (12) (66/1 +0%) Seasett	66 66/1(+0%)	(12) Seasett 66/1, Fairly useful at 1m on Flat. Lightly-raced over hurdles, ninth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (20.8f, soft, 80/1) 46 days ago, not convincing at the trip. Dual Flat winner was beaten 18l on h'cap hurdle debut last time and has to improve.
13th	8 13th (8) (28/1 -40%) Dark Image	28 28/1(-40%)	(8) Dark Image 28/1, Sixth of 14 in handicap hurdle (22/1) at Limerick (16f, heavy) 72 days ago. Up in trip. Beaten 20l on handicap debut last time but this longer trip could suit so not ignored.
13	13 \|PU\| (13) (14/1 -27%) Breagagh	14 14/1(-27%)	(13) Breagagh 14/1, Remains a maiden after 16 NH runs. 5/1, good fourth of 13 in handicap at Dundalk (12f) 10 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Maiden has mostly run well over hurdles and on Flat lately; ground might be too testing.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (33/1 -18%) Custers Mistake	33 33/1(-18%)	(4) Custers Mistake 33/1, Remains a maiden after 16 NH runs. 15/2, good second of 12 in claiming hurdle at Roscommon (20f, good to soft) 175 days ago. Starts out for new yard now. Dual point winner last year but a maiden under rules; probably best watched.
16	16 \|PU\| (16) (50/1 -213%) Final Endeavour	50 50/1(-213%)	(16) Final Endeavour 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden over hurdles. Fifteenth of 18 in handicap at Galway (11.8f, heavy, 18/1) 63 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Up in trip. Poor on last hurdle outing. Triple Flat winner was well beaten on both handicap hurdle runs and others preferred.

LTO Selection:

It might be worth taking a chance on PAY LATER, who starts off for the shrewd Jonathan Sweeney in this wide-open contest. It's interesting that connections are persisting with the 11-year-old, who won a point-to-point back in February of 2019. A fair ninth of 25 on his most recent start at Navan, the Kayf Tara gelding had six subsequent winners in behind. Michael O'Sullivan is a positive jockey booking on the 93-rated bay, who is fitted with a tongue-strap for the first time. Miss Oreo is a more obvious contender and is given second preference. An easy winner over the course and distance on her penultimate start, she since disappointed at Huntingdon, but could bounce back now with Shane Fenelon claiming a valuable 7lb. Recent course winner Don't Talk and Wexford victor Glorytogod Tom are both sure to have plenty of supporters, while Lovely Reaction, Mac's Xpress and handicap debutant Givehimthehonour are others to consider.

Given a considerate introduction to chasing at Clonmel recently, LOVELY REACTION has long since shaped as though this sort of trip would suit and she earns the vote to come out on top returned to hurdling. Last-time-out winner's Don't Talk and Glorytogod Tom head up the dangers, with Mac's Xpress another to consider.

MAC'S XPRESS has a solid chance in this grade on the form he showed in a much stronger Cheltenham hurdle contest.

13:15 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:20 Catterick Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	10 1st (10) (9/2 -50%) Belle Na Bann	4.5 9/2(-50%)	(10) Belle Na Bann 9/2, Dual winner for Neil Mulholland in summer 2022 and back on track when opening account for Micky Hammond at Newcastle (17f, soft) 18 days ago. 3 lb rise tolerable and she should be in the mix. Won her third race over hurdles last time and should go well again despite 3lb rise.
2	4 2nd (4) (13/2 -117%) Restandbethankful	6.5 13/2(-117%)	(4) Restandbethankful 13/2, Three-time winner in this sphere and notched second success over fences at Sedgefield in October. Found just one too good in a Musselburgh handicap chase (20.3f, soft) a fortnight ago and needs considering back hurdling off a 7 lb lower mark. All wins have been on good/good to soft but has run well on soft; been chasing recently.
3	3 3rd (3) (3/1 +75%) Chase A Fortune	3 3/1(+75%)	(3) Chase A Fortune 3/1, Made the most of a good opportunity to get off the mark in a C&D maiden last February. Rather disappointing since but the handicapper is showing mercy and he's dangerous to discount back here. C&D maiden winner season; not done so well in handicaps this term but on a good mark now.
4	2 4th (2) (7/1 -40%) Calevade	7 7/1(-40%)	(2) Calevade 7/1, Showed a real liking for Cartmel during the summer, winning back-to-back handicaps in May/June. Good second off this mark at Sedgefield (16.8f, heavy) last time and he's one to consider. Two wins on good in May/June but has since done well on more testing going; contender.
5th	1 5th (1) (6/1 -33%) Vocal Duke	6 6/1(-33%)	(1) Vocal Duke 6/1, Back on-song when runner-up in first-time cheekpieces at Carlisle (17.2f, soft) in October. Failed to back that up at Newcastle next time but he remains on a handy mark and big chance if on a going day. Inconsistent this term but chance on his Carlisle second in first-time headgear in October.
6th	9 6th (9) (15/2 +25%) Emily Wade	7.5 15/2(+25%)	(9) Emily Wade 15/2, Made second handicap start a winning one at Southwell in March and placed on her next 4 outings. Form has dipped slightly the last twice but, on the upside, her mark is on the slide and she could have a say. 2m4f winner in March; below-par last three runs but on a fair mark and is down in trip.
7th	8 7th (8) (5/1 +50%) Lovin Jukebox	5 5/1(+50%)	(8) Lovin Jukebox 5/1, Best run over hurdles when runner-up on 17f Sedgefield handicap debut in March. Failed to build on that next time but it's still early days and he's worth a second look for a yard that has won this race twice in recent years. Decent second in a novice handicap hurdle in March; could go well back from a break.
8th	6 8th (6) (40/1 -21%) Bamboo Bay	40 40/1(-21%)	(6) Bamboo Bay 40/1, Largely struggled on the Flat in 2023 and beaten a long way returned to hurdles here recently. Well beaten 150-1 shot when returning to hurdling last month and has plenty to prove.
5	5 \|PU\| (5) (33/1 -230%) High Up In The Air	33 33/1(-230%)	(5) High Up In The Air 33/1, Won 5 on the bounce over fences in 2020/21 but hasn't shown much since and was starting to feel the pinch when unseating 4 out on return/debut for new yard in a handicap chase at Sedgefield (19.3f, soft) last week. Hard to know what to expect of him back over hurdles. Won four chases in a row two seasons ago; not so good since; on a good mark back hurdling.
7	7 \|PU\| (7) (100/1 -203%) Barranco	100 100/1(-203%)	(7) Barranco 100/1, Bumper winner for Stuart Crawford in 2021 but lightly-raced since and hasn't shown much in 2 starts for present yard. Bumper winner in 2021; has some fair hurdles form; pulled up after a long break last month.

LTO Selection:

Belle Na Bann capitalised off a career-low mark when landing the spoils at Newcastle recently. A 3lb rise in the ratings is unlikely to prevent another bold bid from the mare and she must enter calculations. However, RESTANDBETHANKFUL has been in good form over fences of late and switches to hurdles off a 10lb lower rating. The eight-year-old just shades the verdict, with Calevade completing the shortlist.

RESTANDBETHANKFUL failed to fire on his latest start in this sphere in August but is well worth another chance having hit the crossbar off a 7 lb higher mark over fences recently at Musselburgh where he pulled clear of the rest. Vocal Duke is feared most, for all that he's proving to be rather hit-and-miss, while Belle Na Bann has to enter calculations on the back of her Newcastle success and Chase A Fortune would be a threat if able to get back on track.

After his good second to a progressive sort at Sedgefield last time CALEVADE (nap) is taken to win an open-looking handicap.

13:20 Catterick Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:30 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 2) 25f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (5/1 +0%) Stumptown	5 5/1(+0%)	(2) Stumptown 5/1, Successful in handicaps at Thurles/Sandown prior to a fine second in the Kim Muir at the Festival here in March. May have found Irish National coming too soon the following month but hasn't threatened in 3 starts this season. Headgear now applied. Marked downturn since going close at the Cheltenham Festival (3m2f, soft); first headgear.
2	4 2nd (4) (7/4 +36%) Inch House	1.75 7/4(+36%)	(4) Inch House 7/4, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles who confirmed promise of his chase debut effort when winning 11-runner handicap at Newbury (23.4f, good to soft). Progressed again when defying 10 lb higher mark over slightly further there last month and remains one to keep on the right side of. Up another 7lb but very lightly raced and a strong candidate for further improvement.
3	1 3rd (1) (4/1 -33%) Cloudy Glen	4 4/1(-33%)	(1) Cloudy Glen 4/1, Hard to predict but proved he retains his ability when second in Premier Handicap here (27.3f) on return and far from disgraced when fifth in Coral Gold Cup at Newbury 2 weeks later. 2nd here (3m3f, soft) and respectable 5th in big 3m2f handicap at Newbury two weeks later.
4	3 4th (3) (10/3 +49%) Angels Breath	3.333333 10/3(+49%)	(3) Angels Breath 10/3, Evidently had his problems but came back from a long absence to show promise in a couple of starts over fences last season and built on those after a further 7 months off when runner-up in handicap hurdle here. Found Paddy Power Gold Cup too competitive since and worth a try at this longer distance. 31l seventh in a top 2m4f handicap here in November; first run beyond 2m5f under rules.
5th	5 5th (5) (7/1 +65%) The Wolf	7 7/1(+65%)	(5) The Wolf 7/1, Temperamental sort who ended his losing run at Perth in April. However, was once again let down by his jumping when respectable fifth on return here in October. 10l Perth win (3m, soft; 5lb higher today) last April; fair 5th here before third wind op.

LTO Selection:

Preference is for INCH HOUSE, who arrives having notched up a brace of Newbury successes, and he can continue his progression, despite a further 7lb rise in the handicap. Cloudy Glen finished a respectable fifth when attempting to repeat his 2021 triumph in the Coral Gold Cup at the same venue last month, a race which saw Stumptown fail to complete (pulled up), and both need taking seriously. Angels Breath should not be underestimated either.

A good opportunity for the highly progressive INCH HOUSE to complete the hat-trick up against 3 veterans and an out-of-form Stumptown. Angels Breath can follow the selection home back down in class.

Jonjo O'Neill has an excellent prospect on his hands in INCH HOUSE, who scored in such promising style at Newbury on his last two runs.

13:30 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 2) 25f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:35 Exeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (10/3 +49%) Storming Nelson	3.333333 10/3(+49%)	(9) Storming Nelson 10/3, Unpromising in points but showed fair form when third of 18 in novice hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, heavy) 13 days ago. Possibilities. Placed at big odds at Taunton last month and has each-way claims at least here.
2	1 2nd (1) (5/6 -24%) Royal Jewel	0.833333 5/6(-24%)	(1) Royal Jewel 5/6, Runner-up in an Irish point and built on debut promise when landing 15-runner novice hurdle over C&D (heavy) 19 days ago. Open to further progress. Leading claims despite conceding weight all round. Made all over C&D (soft) last month; hard to catch if in similar form again.
3	2 3rd (2) (17/2 -13%) Chauffeur Driven	8.5 17/2(-13%)	(2) Chauffeur Driven 17/2, Won his only start in points and started encouragingly in this sphere when third in 2m Ffos Las maiden. Came in only 11th in 2m Taunton novice hurdle 18 days ago though. Remains with potential. Point winner; ran okay on hurdling debut but well beaten since.
4	3 4th (3) (20/1 +20%) Diamatiste	20 20/1(+20%)	(3) Diamatiste 20/1, €7,500 3-y-o, Diamond Boy gelding. Dam cross-country chaser (2¾m-3¼m winner) in France. Fourth both starts in points (latest Dec 3) so a respected newcomer. Fourth in two maiden points towards end of last year; best watched on rules debut.
5th	10 5th (10) (66/1 -136%) Summerleaze	66 66/1(-136%)	(10) Summerleaze 66/1, Down the field in a Chepstow bumper in March 2021. Far from obvious winner on hurdles debut. Runner-up in four of her six maiden points but makes hurdling debut after a layoff.
6th	7 6th (7) (18/1 +28%) Rivers Corner	18 18/1(+28%)	(7) Rivers Corner 18/1, Modest in bumpers and similar standard over hurdles. Hard to warm to after 9 months off. Made fairly encouraging hurdle debut but tailed off twice since; back from layoff today.
7th	6 7th (6) (7/1 +0%) Nedzor	7 7/1(+0%)	(6) Nedzor 7/1, Runner-up in a point and had a wind op before posting an encouraging third of 7 in novice hurdle (9/1) at Chepstow (16f, soft) on NH debut 38 days ago. Can take a step forward. Third in uncompetitive Chepstow novice on hurdle debut; needs to raise his game.
8th	4 8th (4) (22/1 +12%) Gentleman	22 22/1(+12%)	(4) Gentleman 22/1, Hinted at ability when furth of 11 in novice hurdle at Chepstow (19.4f, heavy, 80/1) on hurdles bow 23 days ago. Needs to build on it. Remote when fourth on last month's hurdling debut at Chepstow (2m3f, heavy).
5	5 \|PU\| (5) (28/1 -40%) Iron Wings	28 28/1(-40%)	(5) Iron Wings 28/1, Only modest form shown in three bumpers for Nigel Hawke, off 22 months before ninth of 10 at Taunton. Lots to prove now going over hurdles. Didn't show a great deal in three bumpers; makes stable/hurdle debut after long absence.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (200/1 -100%) Ruith Le Tu	200 200/1(-100%)	(8) Ruith Le Tu 200/1, Fair handicapper on Flat but became increasingly temperamental in that sphere and has shown nothing in 3 runs over hurdles, refusing to race at Taunton last time. Others much preferred. Struggled on first two hurdling starts and refused to race on latest outing.

LTO Selection:

Royal Jewel made all and stayed on well to win over C&D last month at odds of 18/1 and he can go well once more. SUMMERLEAZE could be the one, though. She has performed well without success in point-to-points since her one bumper outing and may come out on top in a weak contest. Diamatiste may follow them home if he can improve on his first start since joining Kayley Woollacott.

ROYAL JEWEL posted a fairly useful effort when going in over C&D last month and with further improvement very much on the cards he looks more than capable of defying a 7 lb penalty. Chauffeur Driven could emerge as the chief threat if shrugging off a lesser effort at Taunton, with Storming Nelson and Diamatiste appealing as the pick of the remainder for minor honours.

The obvious answer is ROYAL JEWEL, who made all over C&D 19 days ago and may not need to make any further progress to follow up.

13:35 Exeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 17f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:40 Tramore Handicap Hurdle 22f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	1 1st (1) (7/1 -17%) Mick Charlie	7 7/1(-17%)	(1) Mick Charlie 7/1, Latest win in hurdle at Fairyhouse in October. 5/1, creditable second of 14 in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (23.5f, heavy) 38 days ago. Veteran in fine form of late at Fairyhouse; has run well here before.
2	8 2nd (8) (20/1 -186%) Toor Moon	20 20/1(-186%)	(8) Toor Moon 20/1, Found run of good form coming to a halt when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (23.8f, heavy) 55 days ago, weakening before next. Hood on 1st time. Too keen and paid the price at Fairyhouse last time on heavy so will need to settle better.
3	2 3rd (2) (11/8 +54%) Buachaillbocht	1.375 11/8(+54%)	(2) Buachaillbocht 11/8, Promising sort. 1 win from 1 run this season. Career best when winning 16-runner handicap hurdle at this course (21f, soft, 3/1) 34 days ago by ¾ length from Kiln Time, bit in hand. Not taken lightly. Well-backed C&D winner over Kiln Time; 10lb higher but likely more to come.
4	7 4th (7) (9/1 -13%) What An Ocean	9 9/1(-13%)	(7) What An Ocean 9/1, Creditable third of 13 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (24.4f, heavy, 5/1) 41 days ago. Stepping back in the right direction. Consistent form of late off this mark on heavy so definite claims again.
5th	5 5th (5) (10/1 -11%) Kilbarry Saint	10 10/1(-11%)	(5) Kilbarry Saint 10/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Below form sixth of 14 in novice hurdle (7/1) at Limerick (19f, heavy) 41 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Plenty to find on form. Potential improver now switched to handicap for connections whose runners do well here.
6th	10 6th (10) (16/1 +0%) Cruisin Susan	16 16/1(+0%)	(10) Cruisin Susan 16/1, C&D winner. Ninth of 12 in handicap hurdle (25/1) at Fairyhouse (23.2f, heavy) 16 days ago. Others more persuasive. Some of best form over C&D including third to Buachaillbocht; place claims again.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (3/1 -9%) Kiln Time	3 3/1(-9%)	(4) Kiln Time 3/1, Winner in hurdle at Wexford in November. Good second of 12 in handicap hurdle (10/3) at Fairyhouse (23.2f, heavy) 16 days ago, just failing. Has good chance on form. Most consistent of late, including over C&D; shortlisted again.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (20/1 +0%) Party Pack	20 20/1(+0%)	(6) Party Pack 20/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fifth of 7 in novice hurdle at Navan (16f, heavy, 125/1) 15 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Should improve. Hard to make a case for on handicap debut but local challenger worth a market check.
12	12 \|PU\| (12) (25/1 +0%) Walk In The Stars	25 25/1(+0%)	(12) Walk In The Stars 25/1, 40/1, first run since leaving Clare Hobson when sixth of 10 in novice hurdle at Naas (19f, soft) 18 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Likely to improve. Maiden form modest, surprising if she made an immediate impact in handicaps.
9	9 \|PU\| (9) (80/1 -300%) Therailwayman	80 80/1(-300%)	(9) Therailwayman 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 125/1, eleventh of 13 in novice hurdle at Roscommon (15.4f, good). Off 15 months. First run for yard after leaving E. Sheehy. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Back from 15 months absence for new yard and seems best watched on handicap debut.

LTO Selection:

BUACHAILLBOCHT can make light of the 10Ib hike in the ratings he received, for a course and distance success from November. Second and third on that occasion, Kiln Time and Cruisin Susan, reoppose now on better terms. However, neither has the same scope for progression as Buachaillbocht, and allied to that he hails for a string in cracking good order. Another track and trip victor that will justifiably have her supporters is Blossom De Mai. She's in receipt of a lot of weight from Buahaillbocht, and could be difficult to keep out of the frame. For local owners, What An Ocean is one of the lesser lights in Gordon Elliott's yard, but connections perseverance may be rewarded at some stage.

KILN TIME wasted no time getting back on track when just failing at Fairyhouse and can resume winning ways at the main expense of Buachaillbocht, who showed big improvement when beating the selection by ¾ length on handicap bow here 5 weeks ago but is now 6 lb worse off with Kiln Time. What An Ocean is best of the others.

Despite a hefty 10lb hike for a recent C&D win, the still unexposed BUACHAILLBOCHT can follow up

13:40 Tramore Handicap Hurdle 22f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:45 Musselburgh Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 16f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 (1) (6/1 +25%) Caithness	6 6/1(+25%)	(1) Caithness 6/1, Comfortable all-the-way winner of 2m maiden/handicap hurdles at Kelso (good to firm/heavy) this autumn and fine effort in good Cheltenham novice handicap last time, unable to get the winner in trouble but having almost all the others on the stretch before the last. Up another 5 lb but can do better. Solid record this term, making all twice at Kelso then good third at Cheltenham.
1	11 1st (11) (16/1 +20%) Scots Poet	16 16/1(+20%)	(11) Scots Poet 16/1, Another who goes well here, winning C&D handicap in February and a good second in November. In touch when slipping up between last 2 in race won by Cuban Cigar here 32 days ago and remains in form, although this is much tougher. Consistent sort who has won over C&D and should give his running.
2	7 2nd (7) (17/2 +29%) Ballygeary	8.5 17/2(+29%)	(7) Ballygeary 17/2, Has made a very positive start to his hurdles career, his only 2 defeats coming in hot Cheltenham handicaps (albeit ran well on return). Took a match last time and likely type down in trip. 1 of 2 runners for yard that won this in 2021 and 2023. Back in deeper waters but has good strike-rates (4-6 over hurdles; 2-3 at 2m).
3	10 3rd (10) (25/1 -79%) Belle Of Annandale	25 25/1(-79%)	(10) Belle Of Annandale 25/1, Has done well switched to hurdles for new yard, winning 2m Perth maiden and C&D novice. Struggled in a listed race last time but handicaps will be more suitable. Visor goes on. 2-4 over hurdles, including C&D win; possibilities back here in first-time visor.
4	5 4th (5) (9/2 -80%) Park Annonciade	4.5 9/2(-80%)	(5) Park Annonciade 9/2, Improving in chunks in handicap hurdles, value for nearer double the winning margin as he followed up his Ayr success in valuable Class 2 event at Haydock (18.9f) under this rider 5 weeks ago. Up 6 lb and good shout in hat-trick bid. Haydock win took his record in handicaps to 2-3; progressing well; has to be feared.
5th	12 5th (12) (22/1 +12%) Cancan	22 22/1(+12%)	(12) Cancan 22/1, Landed 2m mares' novice hurdle at Ayr in November 2021 and proved she retains all of her ability on second start back after an absence when second in Class 5 mares' handicap over C&D a fortnight ago. Much more needed in this. Signs of retaining ability here last time but now goes up two grades.
6th	6 6th (6) (33/1 -175%) Slugger	33 33/1(-175%)	(6) Slugger 33/1, Made a winning start over hurdles despite racing freely in 2m novice at Kelso on return in October and ran well behind Belle of Annandale here 8 weeks ago, mistakes late and fading. More needed now handicapping in first-time tongue tie. Refitted hood possibly contributed to C&D defeat last time; still unexposed.
7th	8 7th (8) (10/3 +0%) Panjari	3.333333 10/3(+0%)	(8) Panjari 10/3, Useful on Flat in Germany and has been very quick in getting the hang of hurdling, winning extended 2m Taunton novice and running well from a good prominent position in Cheltenham handicap a fortnight ago. Headgear left off this time. Respected. Progressive in hood; big player, provided removal of headgear doesn't backfire.
8th	4 8th (4) (16/1 +0%) Collingham	16 16/1(+0%)	(4) Collingham 16/1, Enjoyed a good campaign last term, winning handicaps at Wetherby and over C&D and second in this race (last two under this rider). Promising return at this track and while not so great at Doncaster next time he'll likely be much closer to form back here in re-fitted headgear. 1 of 2 for yard. Has a respectable record at Musselburgh; runner-up in this race last year.
9th	9 9th (9) (18/1 -80%) Cuban Cigar	18 18/1(-80%)	(9) Cuban Cigar 18/1, Enhanced a pretty good record around here with a first success of the season in C&D handicap 32 days ago under this rider. Needs more off a career-high mark now but that form has been franked. Fourth in this race last year; won narrowly over C&D on latest outing.
10th	2 10th (2) (7/2 +36%) Williethebuilder	3.5 7/2(+36%)	(2) Williethebuilder 7/2, Has done well over hurdles for new yard this term, winning at Uttoxeter (2m) before good runs in Grade 2 and competitive handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (faded, Panjari third). This is a bit easier and he remains unexposed. Ties in closely with Panjari on latest effort; remains open to further progress.
11th	3 11th (3) (22/1 -57%) Carcaci Castle	22 22/1(-57%)	(3) Carcaci Castle 22/1, Looked a useful prospect when landing 2m maiden/novice hurdles at Kelso for new yard a year ago but has failed to complete both starts since 8 months apart (Grade 2 first occasion), dropping away approaching 3 out and pulled up in handicap at Carlisle on return. Back down in trip. Could well resume his progress back down in trip, being 3-3 over 2m/2m1f.

LTO Selection:

PANJARI was third in a competitive event on his handicap debut at Cheltenham recently and Paul Nicholls' unexposed gelding can return to winning ways here. That said, Williethebuilder was not far behind the selection on that occasion and looks a big danger. The hat-trick seeking Park Annonciade is another with strong form claims, while Caithness and Belle Of Annandale complete the shortlist.

A hot renewal of this traditional New Year's Day handicap with PARK ANNONCIADE taken to get the hat-trick up. He was value for nearer double the winning margin when taking a good contest at Haydock on Betfair Chase Day and can go on improving. There is more to come from Caithness and he's feared, while Donald McCain, who has won 2 of the last 3 runnings of this, saddles an interesting pair in Collingham (second last year) and Ballygeary.

Judged on his latest effort, this sharper test is likely to suit WILLIETHEBUILDER. Second choice is Park Annonciade.

13:45 Musselburgh Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:50 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 24f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	10 1st (10) (7/2 +83%) Mighty Oak Lad	3.5 7/2(+83%)	(10) Mighty Oak Lad 7/2, Eleventh of 17 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (16.5f, good to soft, 18/1) 32 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Little appeal. Second Thornton runner; heavy defeats so far including in first two handicaps over shorter.
2	2 2nd (2) (5/1 -11%) Cher Why Not	5 5/1(-11%)	(2) Cher Why Not 5/1, C&D winner. Creditable third of 12 in handicap hurdle (5/1) at this course (23.2f, heavy) 16 days ago, closing all way to line. Won this last year and likely to go well. Hold-up performer won this off 92 last year and two solid runs since returning from break.
3	3 3rd (3) (9/2 -50%) Duffys Getaway	4.5 9/2(-50%)	(3) Duffys Getaway 9/2, 2 wins from 5 runs this season (first over C&D). Career best when winning 22-runner handicap hurdle (11/2) at Punchestown (23.9f, heavy) 20 days ago, forging clear. Up 13 lb but seems sure to give another good account. Emphatic back-to-back wins over this trip has seen his mark go up 22lb in total.
4	6 4th (6) (15/2 +17%) Lizlucky	7.5 15/2(+17%)	(6) Lizlucky 15/2, Creditable 11¾ lengths third of 22 to Duffys Getaway in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (23.9f, heavy, 17/2) 20 days ago. Respected. Third of 22 over this trip at Punchestown; 13lb pull with winner Duffys Getaway.
5th	9 5th (9) (50/1 -257%) Shanroe Act	50 50/1(-257%)	(9) Shanroe Act 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eighth of 12 in handicap hurdle at this course (16.1f, heavy, 25/1) on return 16 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Bit of late headway when beaten 20l over 2m and there is stamina in his pedigree.
6th	5 6th (5) (14/1 +0%) Killinure Lass	14 14/1(+0%)	(5) Killinure Lass 14/1, Pulled up in handicap hurdle at this course (23.5f, heavy, 7/1) 38 days ago. Won't mind this test but needs to show more judged on recent showings. Decent fourth at Galway in October but tame efforts last twice; notable jockey booking.
7th	1 7th (1) (100/1 -525%) San Martino	100 100/1(-525%)	(1) San Martino 100/1, 150/1, eleventh of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (12f) 17 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Good on last hurdle run. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Stamina to prove. Fit from AW spins but doesn't look well treated for handicap debut and not sure to stay.
8th	7 8th (7) (15/8 +0%) Read To Return	1.875 15/8(+0%)	(7) Read To Return 15/8, Winner in chase at Killarney in October. 5/4, creditable third of 16 in handicap hurdle at Navan (20f, heavy) 15 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Back up in trip, which will suit, and he's one to consider. Never-nearer third at Navan (2m4f) and has a race in him; heavy ground may not be ideal.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (20/1 -186%) Appian Way	20 20/1(-186%)	(8) Appian Way 20/1, Modest winning hurdler. 12/1, fell in maiden at Thurles (18.3f, soft) on debut over fences 60 days ago. Needs a revival. Yet to win for this yard and probably doesn't want ground this testing.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (20/1 +0%) Sixhandsinmypocket	20 20/1(+0%)	(4) Sixhandsinmypocket 20/1, 18/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, unseated rider in novice chase at Tramore (21.4f, soft) 34 days ago, close up when unseated 2 out (would have finished in frame). Fair hurdler and wouldn't dismiss back in this sphere. Maiden is back over hurdles after a couple of non-completions in chases; others preferred.

LTO Selection:

CHER WHY NOT is an out and out stayer and won this race 12-months ago. Knocking on the door of late, the Flemensfirth chestnut will again be ridden by David Doyle who claims a valuable 7lb. The hat-trick seeking Duffys Getaway was fourth behind the selection in last year's renewal and is given second preference. After easy recent wins, the progressive Philip Rothwell-trained seven-year-old is now on a career high mark of 102, but might still be ahead of the handicapper. Read To Return, who caught the attention of the stewards at Cheltenham in November, is another leading hope. The Tony Martin-trained bay wasn't beaten far on his most recent outings over 2m4f and he should appreciate this step up in trip.

DUFFYS GETAWAY can go on improving and land the hat-trick. Last year's winner Cher Why Not is a danger, while Read To Return is also a big player back up in trip.

Doubtless Read To Return will be popular again but trip and ground are fine for DUFFYS GETAWAY (nap) who can complete a hat-trick

13:50 Fairyhouse Handicap Hurdle 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:55 Catterick Handicap Chase (Class 4) 25f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (15/8 +44%) Conquredalofeurope	1.875 15/8(+44%)	(3) Conquredalofeurope 15/8, Fairly useful chaser at his best but not at his best in trio of starts this term, the market drop back in trip a partial excuse when well beaten fourth of 5 in handicap at Leicester (20.1f) 3 weeks ago. Eased further 3 lb and return to this longer trip a plus at least. Form has deteriorated but mark has dropped and he's not written off in a weak-looking race.
2	2 2nd (2) (2/1 -60%) Ideal Du Tabert	2 2/1(-60%)	(2) Ideal Du Tabert 2/1, Fair maiden hurdler who has reached a similar level in a couple of chase starts this winter, fourth of 8 in maiden at Clonmel (16.8f) last month. Can't be discounted for all he needs to confirm his stamina for this trip. Not obviously well treated for first h'cap chase but this Irish 6yo is worth a second look.
3	1 3rd (1) (2/1 -14%) Not What It Seems	2 2/1(-14%)	(1) Not What It Seems 2/1, Completed hat-trick of novice hurdle successes when seeing off 5 rivals at Wetherby in October 2022. Lightly raced subsequently, but likely he'll strip fitter for his reappearance third over hurdles 18 days ago and he remains with potential in this sphere. Possibilities. Stamina to prove but could have a part to play if seeing out the trip.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (20/1 -43%) Massons Castle	20 20/1(-43%)	(4) Massons Castle 20/1, Hurdles winner in Ireland who made the frame without shaping well when runner-up at Southwell (25.8f) in September and beaten long way out faced with testing ground at Sedgefield (27f) 46 days ago. Others make greater appeal. Pulled up at Sedgefield last time and sole win came back in 2021; others are preferred.

LTO Selection:

NOT WHAT IT SEEMS had a nice spin over hurdles on his seasonal bow at Newcastle last month, which should have put him spot on for this return to chasing. The eight-year-old does need to prove his stamina now upped to 3m1f, but he is bred to relish it. Ideal Du Tabert has operated at a fair level in Ireland of late and Cian Collins' inmate is feared most ahead of Conquredalofeurope.

NOT WHAT IT SEEMS displayed plenty of promise on the first of 2 starts over fences last winter and, with a solid comeback run over hurdles under his belt, he looks the way to go from his easing mark. Irish- raider Ideal du Tabert can emerge as the chief threat.

Irish challenger IDEAL DU TABERT has shown promise on his first two chase starts and earns the vote.

13:55 Catterick Handicap Chase (Class 4) 25f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 16f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
6	6 (6) (12/1 +40%) Duty Of Care	12 12/1(+40%)	(6) Duty Of Care 12/1, Course winner. After 7 months off (had a wind op), never dangerous when 7½ lengths eleventh of 14 to Duke of Oxford in handicap at Kempton (16f, 12/1) 26 days ago. Needs to get back on the up. Two 2m wins at Kempton but he's finished in rear in last two starts; others preferred.
1	9 1st (9) (17/2 +15%) Zealandia	8.5 17/2(+15%)	(9) Zealandia 17/2, Proved at least as good as ever when winning at Goodwood in August. Shaped as if still in form when fifth of 10 in handicap (11/1) at Southwell (12.1f) 3 days ago, needing stiffer test. Can give his running back up in trip. Only fifth of ten at Southwell on Friday and he still has something to prove at this trip.
2	2 2nd (2) (7/1 -17%) Enemy	7 7/1(-17%)	(2) Enemy 7/1, Having eased in the weights, ran well when 1¾ lengths second of 14 to Duke of Oxford in handicap (11/) at Kempton (16f) 26 days ago, faring best of those held up. Can give another good account. Good second behind Duke Of Oxford at Kempton (2m) last time and he's only 1lb higher here.
3	10 3rd (10) (11/4 +39%) Duke Of Oxford	2.75 11/4(+39%)	(10) Duke Of Oxford 11/4, Recorded his fourth win of 2023 when landing 14-runner handicap at Kempton (16f, 13/2) 26 days ago by 1¾ lengths from Enemy. Put the race quickly to bed last time and he can make a bold bid for the hat-trick. Progressive 4yo who has won at Kempton (2m) last twice and he's a major player again.
4	1 4th (1) (10/1 -233%) Roberto Escobarr	10 10/1(-233%)	(1) Roberto Escobarr 10/1, First run since leaving William Haggas when winning 7-runner St Leger Italiano at Milan (14.9f, good to soft, 183/100) 44 days ago by 8¼ lengths from Alessio, making all. Interesting contender making only his second handicap start. Won Group 3 events in two of his last four starts and he's respected back in a handicap.
5th	8 5th (8) (17/2 -6%) Evaluation	8.5 17/2(-6%)	(8) Evaluation 17/2, On second start for current yard, unlucky not to finish closer when 4¼ lengths fifth of 14 to Duke of Oxford in handicap (6/1) at Kempton (16f) 26 days ago, denied clear run over 2f out. Shortlisted. Back from lengthy absence with two promising efforts at Kempton for new yard; dangerous.
6th	4 6th (4) (11/2 +66%) Onesmoothoperator	5.5 11/2(+66%)	(4) Onesmoothoperator 11/2, Dual course winner, with latest success here in November. Continued in good form when third of 9 in handicap (5/1) at this course (10.2f) 23 days ago and he could be thereabouts again back up in trip. Won the rerouted November handicap here on penultimate run; not ruled out back up to 2m.
7th	7 7th (7) (7/1 +56%) Pleasant Man	7 7/1(+56%)	(7) Pleasant Man 7/1, Has made a good start for his current yard, making the frame here in November before third of 9 in handicap (15/2) at Southwell (16.5f) 17 days ago, Will need to find more having his second try at this trip. Unexposed at this trip and was a fair third at Southwell latest; each-way claims.
8th	12 8th (12) (18/1 -125%) Enthrallment	18 18/1(-125%)	(12) Enthrallment 18/1, Fared better with his recent run behind him when third of 8 in handicap (9/2) at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 23 days ago. This is tougher upped in grade, but has shaped as if worth a try at this longer distance. Sole win was in a maiden in 2021 and he's untested beyond 1m5f; opposable.
9th	5 9th (5) (50/1 -100%) Barenboim	50 50/1(-100%)	(5) Barenboim 50/1, Successful twice in 2023, including at this course in March. However, finished down the field on his final 2 starts of the year, eased off when last of 9 in handicap (11/) at Southwell (16.5f) 17 days ago. Back on last winning mark but he's lost his way and needs a major revival.
10th	3 10th (3) (12/1 +0%) Rainbow Dreamer	12 12/1(+0%)	(3) Rainbow Dreamer 12/1, C&D winner. Eleven wins from 43 Flat runs. Creditable effort when 4¼ lengths sixth of 14 to Duke of Oxford in handicap (18/1) at Kempton (16f) 26 days ago. May just be vulnerable again to his younger rivals. Record of 9-25 on AW but he's not posed a threat in last four runs; needs to find more.
11th	11 11th (11) (40/1 -150%) Sir Chauvelin	40 40/1(-150%)	(11) Sir Chauvelin 40/1, Four-time course winner. Successful at Kempton in November, but below-par effort when sixth of 12 in handicap (18/1) at this course (12.4f) 16 days ago. Return to longer trip should suit but others still preferred. Durable veteran but he's finished down the field in last two runs and others look stronger.

LTO Selection:

DUKE OF OXFORD hasn't looked back since being upped in trip and defeated Enemy (second) at Kempton last month. The son of Kingman can continue his improvement and a hat-trick looks very much on the cards raised 5lb in the handicap. Roberto Escobarr was imperious when landing a Group 3 in Italy 44 days ago and must be respected back in a handicap. Others to note include Sir Chauvelin and fellow veteran Rainbow Dreamer.

DUKE OF OXFORD progressed again when scoring in good style at Kempton last time and, with more still to offer at this trip, he can go on to land the hat-trick. The 4-y-o is taken to get the better of Roberto Escobarr, who is respected back in handicap company on his second start for Mick Appleby, while Evaluation is also considered having met trouble on his latest outing.

Top of the list is DUKE OF OXFORD, who has won upped to 2m at Kempton in his last two starts and is open to more improvement.

14:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:05 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 21f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (11/2 -10%) Shakem Up'arry	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(4) Shakem Up'arry 11/2, Made a winning return at Exeter (19.2f) last winter and has largely held his form well since, posting a solid sixth of 20 in handicap chase at Newbury (26f, good to soft) 30 days ago when going with enthusiasm. Considered now back down in trip. Ran well in Coral Gold Cup until stamina evaporated; good 3rd over C&D in March; contender.
2	5 2nd (5) (13/2 +19%) Frero Banbou	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(5) Frero Banbou 13/2, Arrives on a lengthy losing run but he's firmly back on track now and has posted two excellent placed efforts in handicaps at Newbury and over C&D on his last 2 runs. Another solid showing is expected despite being 4 lb "wrong" in the weights. Tough ask from 4lb out of the h'cap but running well this season and might not be far away.
3	2 3rd (2) (11/1 +21%) Al Dancer	11 11/1(+21%)	(2) Al Dancer 11/1, Course winner who made a winning reappearance in Chepstow conditions event. Backed it up with a good third in the Old Roan at Aintree so he shouldn't be ruled out off an unchanged mark. 11yo who has looked as good as ever this season and is in with a chance today.
4	3 4th (3) (9/2 +25%) Richmond Lake	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(3) Richmond Lake 9/2, Quickly got his act together over fences earlier this year and he progressed again to complete a four-timer in 9-runner handicap chase at Aintree (19.9f, heavy) 23 days ago. Up another 8 lb but he's still not taken lightly. Finished tired when winning on ultra-testing ground at Aintree last month; progressive.
5th	6 5th (6) (18/1 +10%) Torn And Frayed	18 18/1(+10%)	(6) Torn And Frayed 18/1, C&D winner who comes here on the back of a respectable sixth of 12 in handicap chase at this C&D (good to soft) 16 days ago. Not easy to make a case for from 8 lb out of the handicap, however. Didn't run badly when 6th in December Gold Cup but even further out of the handicap today.
1	1 \|PU\| (1) (11/10 +8%) Stage Star	1.1 11/10(+8%)	(1) Stage Star 11/10, Excelled over fences last season, landing Grade 1 Golden Miller at the Festival here, and took his form up another level when bagging Paddy Power Gold Cup here on his return, jumping superbly apart from a bad error at the last. The one to beat. Won the Paddy Power Gold Cup here despite final-fence blunder; up 11lb but strong claims.

LTO Selection:

It is difficult to look past the progressive STAGE STAR, who would have won the Paddy Power Gold Cup here by further but for a blunder at the last. Expected to be sharper in the jumping department, the classy eight-year-old can see off some seasoned handicappers en route to a likely tilt at the Ryanair at the Festival. Richmond Lake continues to go from strength to strength and arrives on a five-timer, while Shakem Up'arry shaped well for a long way over over further in the Coral Gold Cup at Newbury.

STAGE STAR has to concede lumps of weight all round but advertised his Ryanair claims when a decisive winner of the Paddy Power Gold Cup here on his return and can now defy an official mark of 166. Richmond Lake also arrives on an upward curve and is feared most in his bid to complete a remarkable five-timer, although a solid case can also be made for in-form duo Frero Banbou and Shakem Up' Arry.

Paddy Power Gold Cup winner Stage Star is respected but preference is for SHAKEM UP'ARRY now back down in distance.

14:05 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:10 Exeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 18f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (7/1 +22%) Moorefields	7 7/1(+22%)	(9) Moorefields 7/1, Irish point recruit who was backed at long odds and showed promise when fourth of 15 in 17f course maiden hurdle 19 days ago, although the reopposing Iris des Issards was 4½ lengths ahead in second. Entitled to progress and needs considering. Very respectable fourth of 15 here on last month's rules debut; considered each-way.
2	5 2nd (5) (50/1 +0%) Daring Plan	50 50/1(+0%)	(5) Daring Plan 50/1, Maiden Irish pointer. Showed ability when mid-field in a pair of 17f maiden hurdles here last month but likely more one for handicaps. Displayed minor promise in two 2m maidens here last month; handicaps beckon.
3	12 3rd (12) (5/2 +38%) Pentire Head	2.5 5/2(+38%)	(12) Pentire Head 5/2, Placed all 3 starts in bumpers last season. Better effort in hurdles at Wincanton this season when 11 lengths second in 15f maiden 13 days ago, not for the first time looking a bit ungainly under pressure. Step back up in trip will suit. No match for wasy winner when second at Wincanton last month; improvement needed.
4	16 4th (16) (250/1 -150%) Wotastunner	250 250/1(-150%)	(16) Wotastunner 250/1, Pulled up in Chepstow novice last month on his first start for a new yard after a long absence. A first-time visor needs to have a transformative effect. Pulled up when 200-1 for recent stable debut at Chepstow (2m3f, heavy); visor added here.
5th	14 5th (14) (10/1 -11%) Soir De Gala	10 10/1(-11%)	(14) Soir De Gala 10/1, Promise on Wincanton bumper debut in April. Well held at Cheltenham 6 months later but retains potential for top stable now switching to hurdles. Represents a top stable and showed enough on bumper debut to be of strong interest here.
6th	8 6th (8) (14/1 +0%) Killigarth	14 14/1(+0%)	(8) Killigarth 14/1, Telescope gelding. Dam fairly useful 2m/19f hurdle winner (stayed 3m). The betting should help guide to expectations with this newcomer. Out of a fairly useful hurdle winner; market may guide on debut.
7th	1 7th (1) (8/1 +0%) Blue Ridge Hill	8 8/1(+0%)	(1) Blue Ridge Hill 8/1, Maiden pointer but displayed plenty of ability in bumpers at the end of 2022. Ran to a fair level when third on 2m Sandown hurdle debut in February and seemingly stretched by 2½m on his Carlisle return. May strip fitter for that and retains potential now back at slightly shorter. Flopped on reappearance outing but last season's bumper/hurdle form makes him a player.
8th	2 8th (2) (66/1 +34%) Cloudy Flamingo	66 66/1(+34%)	(2) Cloudy Flamingo 66/1, Winning pointer but well beaten in a listed novice chase at Cheltenham and novice hurdle in recent months. Ran well to a point on last month's hurdling debut but is not the most obvious answer.
9th	13 9th (13) (33/1 +34%) Rangatira Jack	33 33/1(+34%)	(13) Rangatira Jack 33/1, Well held in 2 bumpers last spring and remote fifth on 17f course hurdle debut 6 weeks ago. Looks more one for the longer term. Made quite encouraging hurdle debut in November but others look much stronger.
10th	11 10th (11) (15/2 -7%) Paddy In The Caddy	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(11) Paddy In The Caddy 15/2, £55,000 buy after finishing runner-up on his sole start in Irish points in May. One to note in the betting on hurdle debut. Bought for £55,000 after finishing second in a good-ground Irish point in May; rules debut.
7	7 \|PU\| (7) (4/1 +33%) Iris Des Issards	4 4/1(+33%)	(7) Iris Des Issards 4/1, Twice third in points. Remote fourth on course hurdle debut but stepped up on that when 2 lengths second in a maiden hurdle back here (17f, heavy) 19 days ago, with the reopposing Moorefields back in fourth. That effort sets the standard here. Good second of 15 here (2m) last month and likely to be suited by today's longer trip.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (9/2 -29%) Geezer Rockstar	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(6) Geezer Rockstar 9/2, Won 13-runner Taunton bumper on debut in April. Fair form when beaten just under 15 lengths into fourth on his hurdle debut at the same venue 18 days, leaving the impression the stiffer stamina test he faces this afternoon will be in his favour. Stable seeking a fourth successive win in this race. Last month's hurdle debut was a shade disappointing but his bumper win looked good.
15	15 \|PU\| (15) (200/1 -203%) Swearer	200 200/1(-203%)	(15) Swearer 200/1, Successful in a point in April 2021. Showed a bit when fifth in a Ludlow novice claiming hurdle in November 2022 but absent again until pulling up at Fakenham 13 days ago. Pulled up in an ordinary Fakenham maiden (2m4f, soft) when back under rules last month.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (200/1 -100%) Contramar	200 200/1(-100%)	(3) Contramar 200/1, Well held in maiden/novice hurdles at Wincanton and Taunton. First-time cheekpieces need to spark major improvement. Well beaten on first two hurdling starts; cheekpieces added today.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (250/1 -658%) Cool View	250 250/1(-658%)	(4) Cool View 250/1, Telescope gelding. Held back by inexperience when sixth of 9 in course bumper on debut in February. More needed on hurdles debut. Beaten about 27l on last year's bumper debut; not easily recommended.
10	10 \|PU\| (10) (250/1 -150%) Our Nobby	250 250/1(-150%)	(10) Our Nobby 250/1, Didn't offer much in pair of bumpers for Tom George during early 2022 and down the field in Taunton maiden hurdle on recent return from a long absence for his new yard. Tailed off when 200-1 for last month's stable/hurdle debut at Taunton.

LTO Selection:

PENTIRE HEAD posted a respectable second in an 18-runner affair at Wincanton last month and a similar bid may suffice. Paul Nicholls' charge should enjoy this slightly stiffer test and he edges the vote ahead of Iris Des Issards. The six-year-old offered a lot more to work with when runner-up here latest and he looks a potential improver over this longer distance. Geezer Rockstar and Blue Ridge Hill are others to consider.

IRIS DES ISSARDS is taken to confirm recent course superiority over Moorefields and make it third time lucky over hurdles. Harry Fry's very good recent record in this contest makes Geezer Rockstar a must for the shortlist, while Pentire Head may not be entirely straightforward but should still have a say for Paul Nicholls.

Another chance is given to GEEZER ROCKSTAR, who never really looked threatening on his hurdling debut but won a bumper in good style.

14:10 Exeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 18f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:15 Tramore Conditions Chase 23f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	4 1st (4) (10/1 +17%) Jungle Boogie	10 10/1(+17%)	(4) Jungle Boogie 10/1, 25/1, first run since leaving W. P. Mullins when 14¾ lengths fourth of 6 to El Fabiolo in Hilly Way Chase at Cork 22 days ago, finishing with running left. Looked an exciting prospect for previous yard and clearly retains plenty of ability, so he's of interest. Impressive maiden winner and all the better for recent comeback run.
2	1 2nd (1) (2/5 +88%) Classic Getaway	0.4 2/5(+88%)	(1) Classic Getaway 2/5, High-class chaser. Career best when winning 6-runner listed chase at Thurles (22f, good to soft, 15/2) 32 days ago by 5½ lengths from Haut En Couleurs, kept up to work. Should take all the beating. Impressive Thurles seasonal return makes him a leading contender if handling track.
3	2 3rd (2) (14/1 -17%) Minella Crooner	14 14/1(-17%)	(2) Minella Crooner 14/1, Useful hurdler. 1 win from 2 runs this season. 7/2, pulled up in handicap chase at Fairyhouse (29.6f, soft) 29 days ago. Back down in trip. Plenty to find on form. Drop back in trip here should suit but career-best probably required.
4	3 4th (3) (9/2 -100%) Bronn	4.5 9/2(-100%)	(3) Bronn 9/2, Very smart chaser. Tailed-off last of 4 to Minella Crooner in listed chase (8/15) at Wexford (23f, heavy) 45 days ago, struck into when. Definite claims on his best form. Struck into himself at Wexford; claims on last season's form but unsure if heavy suits.
5th	5 5th (5) (20/1 -67%) Longhouse Poet	20 20/1(-67%)	(5) Longhouse Poet 20/1, Smart chaser. Six wins from 21 NH runs. Ninth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (24.4f, soft, 33/1) 36 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Others are more appealing.2 Contender on best of his form but will probably need more time to reach peak fitness.
6th	7 6th (7) (40/1 -60%) Roi Mage	40 40/1(-60%)	(7) Roi Mage 40/1, Smart chaser. Didn't need to be at best when winning 7-runner listed cross-country race at Compiegne (26.8f, heavy, 24/10) 52 days ago by 3 lengths from Gasby Des Planches, responding well. This is tougher. Recent cross-country winner faces tough task here but no forlorn hope.

LTO Selection:

Paul Townend is on duty at Fairyhouse, and it could be that Danny Mullins finds himself on the Closutton number one hope in the shape of CLASSIC GETAWAY. The Cheveley Park Stud-owned eight-year-old is lightly less risky than stable companions Bronn and Monkfish, on the back of his Thurles success. Bronn's Wexford effort was too bad to be true, and hopefully he can show his true colours now after striking into his left fore pastern then. In receipt of 3Ib from Classic Getaway, Monkfish is much respected. We don't see the hugely talented chestnut too often, though, and market movements ought to be revealing as Brian Hayes takes the reins for the first time. Of the rest, Minella Crooner shouldn't be judged too harshly for pulling up in a marathon contest last time, whilst ex-Mullins representative Jungle Boogie can progress off a recent comeback effort. Former Thyestes hero Longhouse Poet may find this an insufficient stamina test. Roi Mage finished a well-held third here a year ago, but arrives off the back of a big French cross-country success.

CLASSIC GETAWAY has improved since switched to chasing and was impressive at Thurles on his reappearance, so he's the likeliest winner for all that his stablemate, Monkfish is a real class act on his day. Jungle Boogie is an intriguing runner on his second outing for Henry de Bromhead.

Willie Mullins has farmed this in recent years and has three live chances here, the pick being CLASSIC GETAWAY who impressed at Thurles

14:15 Tramore Conditions Chase 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:20 Musselburgh Handicap Chase (Class 2) 20f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (9/2 +63%) Fidelio Vallis	4.5 9/2(+63%)	(1) Fidelio Vallis 9/2, Useful for Paul Nicholls in 2021 and he ran well on back of 9 months off when runner-up here (15.8f) in November. Not in quite the same form when fourth at Ascot (21f) later that month but no surprise to see a better showing now. Consistent efforts, including twice here, for new yard; now 3lb below last winning mark.
2	2 2nd (2) (15/2 +6%) Corrigeen Rock	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(2) Corrigeen Rock 15/2, Took another step forward when making winning return from 6 months off at Kempton (18f) in October and creditable effort when fourth in stronger company at Ascot (16.7f) since. Mark demands that bit more but he's another unexposed at this sort of trip. Largely progressive but he's held by Frere D'Armes on latest effort; unproven at 2m4f.
3	7 3rd (7) (11/2 +8%) Half Shot	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(7) Half Shot 11/2, Dual winner last term who has often run well at this venue, seen to good effect from the front when adding to his tally over extended 23f trip 32 days ago. Still, he arrives here better than ever and not discounted for all this rates tougher. Creditable third in this contest 12 months ago; won by 7l at this venue last time.
4	9 4th (9) (14/1 -300%) Cracking Destiny	14 14/1(-300%)	(9) Cracking Destiny 14/1, Well served by test of speed when capitalising on reduced mark here (15.8f) 54 days ago, by 4¾ lengths from Fidelio Vallis. 5 lb rise makes things tougher but expected to give another good account. Comfortably beat Fidelio Vallis here two months ago; went close in this event in 2020.
5th	6 5th (6) (10/1 -43%) Before Midnight	10 10/1(-43%)	(6) Before Midnight 10/1, Ridden more handily than previously this term and best effort yet for new yard when third of 6 in handicap chase at Kempton (20.5f) 5 weeks ago. Losing run is mounting up but afforded a chance by the assessor. Well treated on best form, albeit he's an 11yo whose losing spell goes back to 2021.
6th	3 6th (3) (10/1 -25%) Bass Rock	10 10/1(-25%)	(3) Bass Rock 10/1, Successful 3 times over hurdles and bright start over fences last winter, winning Carlisle novice (2m) prior to good second at Wetherby. Disappointed thereafter though and low-key return to action at First-named venue 2 months ago. Lines up here with yard in better form at least. Disappointing in last three races; possibilities off this mark provided he's back on song.
8	8 \|F\| (8) (25/1 -79%) Cedar Hill	25 25/1(-79%)	(8) Cedar Hill 25/1, Landed small field handicaps at Perth/Kelso during the summer and again ran well when chasing home Tommy's Oscar at latter-named venue in October. Reportedly bled when last of 5 here (15.8f) in November Best to forgive latest effort; performed poorly (well-held fifth) in this race last year.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (2/1 +20%) Frere D'armes	2 2/1(+20%)	(4) Frere D'armes 2/1, Did well over hurdles and improved for switch to chasing, landing handicaps at Kempton/Newbury last winter. Competitive from revised mark subsequently, finishing a solid second despite a late mistake in class 2 Ascot handicap (16.7f) 37 days ago. Unexposed at this sort of trip and sound claims. Finished strongly over 2m1f at Ascot last time; looks ready for a crack at this new trip.
5	5 \|PU\| (5) (12/1 +40%) Cooper's Cross	12 12/1(+40%)	(5) Cooper's Cross 12/1, Dual winner last term who ended the season with an excellent second in Scottish National at Ayr. Presumably needed the outing when eighth in Grand Sefton (21f) at Aintree in November and testing ground probably against him in the Tommy Whittle at Haydock 9 days ago. Creditable second in this race last year; has the ability to take a serious hand.

LTO Selection:

CRACKING DESTINY took care of Fidelio Vallis by just under five lengths over 2m here in November and although 6lb worse off, that is unlikely to be enough to prevent the veteran from going in again. Fidelio Vallis could get closer, especially if allowed an uncontested lead, while Half Shot did it nicely over an extended 2m7f here and it would be no surprise to see him get into contention off a 7lb higher mark.

FRERE D'ARMES stepped up plenty on his reappearance run and likely would have proved even more of a threat without a mistake 3 out when finishing runner-up at Ascot 37 days ago. Unexposed at this sort of trip, he can confirm himself on a handy mark. Fidelio Vallis and Half Shot head up the dangers, whilst it would come as no surprise to see a better showing from Cooper's Cross.

With the new trip well worth exploring, FRERE D'ARMES (nap) can build on his latest effort. Fidelio Vallis is second choice.

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

14:25 Fairyhouse Conditions Chase 21f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	6 1st (6) (10/3 +0%) Riviere D'etel	3.333333 10/3(+0%)	(6) Riviere D'etel 10/3, Useful chaser. Course winner. Creditable 7 lengths second of 5 to Captain Guinness in Fortria Chase (5/1) at Navan (16f, heavy) 44 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Wouldn't dismiss. Was 2nd in a Navan Grade 2 last time; gets 8lb from Allegorie De Vassy and big player.
2	1 2nd (1) (8/13 -17%) Allegorie De Vassy	0.615385 8/13(-17%)	(1) Allegorie De Vassy 8/13, Smart chaser. 8/11, didn't need to be at best when winning 5-runner listed chase at Clonmel (20.4f, heavy) on return 53 days ago by 2¼ lengths from Instit. Still one of the best in this division when on song and the one to beat here. Resumed with an impressive score at Clonmel; conceding weight today but sets the standard.
3	2 3rd (2) (4/1 +20%) Instit	4 4/1(+20%)	(2) Instit 4/1, Useful chaser. 3/1, respectable 2¼ lengths second of 5 to Allegorie De Vassy in listed chase at Clonmel (20.4f, heavy) on return 53 days ago, going with enthusiasm. 2-2 here and can give it another good go. No match for Allegorie De Vassy at Clonmel when getting 11lb and is 6lb worse off today.
4	4 4th (4) (40/1 -21%) My Design	40 40/1(-21%)	(4) My Design 40/1, Useful chaser. 2 wins from 6 runs this season. 9/1, below form seventh of 18 in handicap chase at this course (29.6f, soft) 29 days ago, ridden too aggressively. Down in trip. Work to do. Didn't stay 3m5f here last month; this trip more suitable but has a bit to find today.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (25/1 +0%) Must Be Obeyed	25 25/1(+0%)	(3) Must Be Obeyed 25/1, Useful chaser. C&D winner. 17/2, respectable third of 8 in handicap chase at this course (20f, soft) on return 29 days ago, going with enthusiasm. This is tougher. Solid effort on return in a handicap here last month but a bit to find with some of these.

LTO Selection:

Paul Townend would have had a strong book of rides at Tramore, but ALLEGORIE DE VASSY is probably the main reason he has opted to visit Fairyhouse. A beaten favourite on her most recent venture to the Co Meath venue, the selection got back to winning ways on her seasonal reappearance at Clonmel in November. She got the better of Instit at the Powerstown Park circuit and that stable companion re-opposes now. Sean O'Keeffe will be aboard Instit, with this 142-rated bay a perfect two from two at Fairyhouse, beating the selection into second when they clashed here in April. Rivere D'etel will have her supporters, but she hasn't managed to win a race in over two years and doesn't appear to be as good as she once was. The other three contenders all have plenty to find on ratings.

ALLEGORIE DE VASSY remains one of the best in this division on her day, and following her successful reappearance at Clonmel she can see off stablemate Instit again.

While Riviere D'Etel is a major danger receiving 8lb, it is still difficult to oppose the classy ALLEGORIE DE VASSY.

14:25 Fairyhouse Conditions Chase 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:30 Catterick Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (9/2 +82%) Justus	4.5 9/2(+82%)	(4) Justus 9/2, Fairly useful on Flat for Ian Williams (stays 16.5f). Showed a glimmer of aptitude for hurdling at Wetherby in November but not enough to make him of interest. Flat stayer; has potential for hurdles but he was tailed off at Wetherby in November.
2	3 2nd (3) (Evens -37%) Jimmy Chou Pecos AA	0 Evens(-37%)	(3) Jimmy Chou Pecos AA Evens, Placed all 4 starts over hurdles, shaping better than the bare result when third of 13 in novice at Hexham (20.1f, heavy) in November. Back down in trip and this looks a golden opportunity to get off the mark. Form has dipped; in danger of becoming disappointing but he's still a key player today.
3	2 3rd (2) (5/2 -43%) Iorangi De L'isle	2.5 5/2(-43%)	(2) Iorangi De L'isle 5/2, Won his completed start in Irish points and shaped well when finishing a close third in bumper at this C&D (good to soft) in November. Likely sort with attentions quickly turned to hurdling. Point winner who showed promise here in sole bumper; one to consider on first hurdle start.
4	5 4th (5) (10/1 +75%) Local Drama	10 10/1(+75%)	(5) Local Drama 10/1, Runner-up on the second of his 2 starts between the flags but not enough encouragement on hurdling debut at Hexham back in June to recommend him in this. Displayed ability in a point but tailed off on sole rules start (last June).

LTO Selection:

JIMMY CHOU PECOS AA sets a fair standard in this contest with a rating of 124 after he hit the frame over 2m4f on heavy ground at Hexham on his latest outing. He looks to have been found a golden opportunity to get his head in front. The main danger is Iorangi De L'isle, who makes his debut over hurdles after just one bumper start when beaten two lengths into third at this track. Ravanelli is another to consider.

A golden opportunity for JIMMY CHOU PECOS AA, who is yet to finish out of the placings in this sphere and John McConnell's Irish-raider should come on from his recent Hexham outing. Iorangi de l'Isle shaped well in a course bumper on his Rules debut so he looks the obvious threat, with Ravenelli seemingly best of the rest.

This could go to the Donald McCain-trained point winner IORANGI DE L'ISLE, who is preferred over Jimmy Chou Pecos AA.

14:30 Catterick Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:35 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (9/2 +10%) Flindrikin	4.5 9/2(+10%)	(3) Flindrikin 9/2, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable third of 8 on C&D handicap debut 4 days ago. Top yard turns her out again quickly with a tongue tie added now. Went close on her handicap debut over C&D on Thursday; respected with tongue-tie added.
2	10 2nd (10) (33/1 -83%) Urban Road	33 33/1(-83%)	(10) Urban Road 33/1, Course winner. Four wins from 15 runs last year, the latest over 1m here in September. Found run of good form coming to a half when down the field at Southwell 10 days ago. Up in trip. Four wins since April but was disappointing last time and he's untried at this trip.
3	7 3rd (7) (11/4 +31%) Great Blasket	2.75 11/4(+31%)	(7) Great Blasket 11/4, Three wins from 5 runs last year, making a successful start for his new stable after coming over from Ireland when seeing off 11 rivals in handicap (5/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 10 days ago, running on. Not taken lightly. Made it 3-5 in handicaps when scoring on his recent stable debut; respected at new trip.
4	1 4th (1) (6/1 +25%) Carbis Bay	6 6/1(+25%)	(1) Carbis Bay 6/1, Cheekpieces on first time, creditable second of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford (1¼m) 21 days ago. Likely to be in the shake-up. 0-7 but was runner-up at Chelmsford (1m2f) last time and he's respected off unchanged mark.
5th	12 5th (12) (17/2 -42%) Tribal Wisdom	8.5 17/2(-42%)	(12) Tribal Wisdom 17/2, Has come down in the weights and shaped with more promise when fourth of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (1¼m) 19 days ago. Merits consideration. 0-12 but he's unexposed on AW and didn't get much luck when fourth at Lingfield last time.
6th	11 6th (11) (11/1 +8%) My Roxanne	11 11/1(+8%)	(11) My Roxanne 11/1, Course winner. Three wins from 13 runs last year. 8/1, creditable fourth of 8 in C&D handicap 4 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Unexposed at this trip and was an eyecatching fourth over C&D on Thursday; not ruled out.
7th	5 7th (5) (28/1 -100%) Headingley	28 28/1(-100%)	(5) Headingley 28/1, Seventeen runs since last win in 2021. Sixth of 9 in handicap (11/2) at Chelmsford (1¼m) 18 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Needs to step up on his recent efforts. Well held since returning from a lengthy absence in October and others are preferred.
8th	4 8th (4) (6/1 +25%) Open Choice	6 6/1(+25%)	(4) Open Choice 6/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Blinkered first time, creditable sixth of 12 in handicap at this course (1m, 9/2) 24 days ago, badly hampered. First-time cheekpieces replace the blinkers now. One to consider. Ran into some trouble over 1m here last time and he could be dangerous back up in trip.
9th	6 9th (6) (8/1 +0%) Sense Of Worth	8 8/1(+0%)	(6) Sense Of Worth 8/1, Improved on recent efforts to win 11-runner handicap at Southwell (11f, 10/3) 11 days ago. Had a bit in hand so should remain very competitive up 4 lb. Justified favouritism in good style at Southwell (1m3f) and he's a big player again up 4lb.
10th	2 10th (2) (20/1 -150%) Ribble Rouser	20 20/1(-150%)	(2) Ribble Rouser 20/1, 5/1, career best when winning 9-runner novice at this course (1m) 24 days ago, readily. Up in trip. Makes handicap debut. His mark demands improvement. Made all in 1m novice here last time and he's respected at this new trip on handicap debut.
11th	8 11th (8) (25/1 -108%) Broctune Red	25 25/1(-108%)	(8) Broctune Red 25/1, Seven-time course winner. Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. Rare below-par effort here when eighth of 12 in handicap (12.5f, 12/1) 24 days ago. Six-time course winner and he has possibilities if he gets a good pace and some luck.
12th	9 12th (9) (18/1 -64%) Mercurius Power	18 18/1(-64%)	(9) Mercurius Power 18/1, 16/5, won 12-runner handicap at this course (1m) 24 days ago, well on top finish. Back up in trip. Yet another who has to enter the reckoning. Finished well when scoring over 1m here last time and he's respected back up in trip.

LTO Selection:

The vote goes to GREAT BLASKET, who was successful on his first start for Dr Richard Newland and Jamie Insole last month. Raised just 1lb and with improvement likely, he can score again. Frankel filly Flindrikin was a close-up third over C&D on her handicap debut four days ago, and a first-time tongue-tie might eke out further progress. Broctune Red has a good record here and should not be written off, while Sense Of Worth is another to consider.

Several in with a shout in an open race. TRIBAL WISDOM gave an indication that he may be ready to strike from his reduced mark when fourth at Lingfield last week and Billy Loughnane doing the steering in an apprentice event is always a bonus. Flindrikin, who like the selection turns out again quickly, heads the many dangers along with Great Blasket and Open Choice.

The vote goes to SENSE OF WORTH, who got back in the groove with a clearcut win at Southwell and remains well treated on his old form.

14:35 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:40 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (7/2 -5%) Butch	3.5 7/2(-5%)	(2) Butch 7/2, Progressive hurdler last season who made the most a good opportunity upped to 3m on return at Southwell in October. Improved when following up in a useful-looking novice here (3m, soft) later that month and this 7-y-o may well take another step forward now pitched into a handicap. Upped to 3m this season for two front-running novice wins, rallying well here on latest.
2	9 2nd (9) (9/1 +55%) My Bobby Dazzler	9 9/1(+55%)	(9) My Bobby Dazzler 9/1, Dug deep when making a successful start off a 1 lb higher mark over fences at Worcester in June. Plenty of decent hurdles form to his name in this sphere (made the frame 3 times in Class 2 handicap hurdles earlier this year) but he's up against some unexposed, promising types here. Back hurdling off a 13lb lower mark than when good fourth in this race two years ago.
3	4 3rd (4) (5/2 +17%) Ed Keeper	2.5 5/2(+17%)	(4) Ed Keeper 5/2, Pretty useful form in maidens last season and bright start to present campaign when runner-up on return/handicap debut at Ascot. Looked miles ahead of his mark when striding away with a 3m Newbury handicap (good to soft) next time and further progress is likely given his low mileage. Upped to 3m for impressive win at Newbury (good to soft; acts on soft); 9lb higher today.
4	1 4th (1) (9/2 +31%) Springwell Bay	4.5 9/2(+31%)	(1) Springwell Bay 9/2, Smart bumper performer in 2021 and useful novice hurdler last term, winning 3 times. Made it 4-6 in this sphere when landing a 21f handicap on return (heavy) in November and, with this stiffer test unlikely to be an issue and a 6 lb rise fair enough, he's a must for the shortlist. Tongue tie added. Won handicap/seasonal debut here (2m5f, soft) in November; up 6lb but bred to stay well.
5th	10 5th (10) (40/1 -60%) Fontana Ellissi	40 40/1(-60%)	(10) Fontana Ellissi 40/1, Runner-up twice here last autumn and entitled to come on for his recent reappearance seventh in a 10-runner C&D handicap, given that he was returning from a 13-month absence. Still, improvement will be needed if he's to take this. Not disgraced over 3m here (soft) last month on first run for 398 days.
6th	8 6th (8) (6/1 +50%) Ikarak	6 6/1(+50%)	(8) Ikarak 6/1, French import who opened his account on these shores in a Worcester novice in October. Followed up from the front at Newcastle (2¾m, soft) recently and while he has more on his plate back in a handicap, his current mark is a fair one and he's certainly not without each-way hope. Made all in novice hurdles on last two outings; respected on his return to a handicap.
7th	6 7th (6) (7/1 +13%) The Newest One	7 7/1(+13%)	(6) The Newest One 7/1, Resumed with a fine second in a 3m handicap on the Old Course here and deservedly opened his account in this sphere when subsequently bolting up in a Chepstow novice (23.6f, heavy). More needed off this revised mark back in handicap company but couldn't rule out. Also engaged 2.49 Southwell. A career best is probably needed on this return to a handicap but he needs respect.
8th	5 8th (5) (18/1 -100%) Come On Teddy	18 18/1(-100%)	(5) Come On Teddy 18/1, This mark is an attractive one based on his form from a couple of seasons back, notably his fine third in the C&D Pertemps Final off 2 lb higher at the 2021 Festival. Shaped pretty well following a long absence (considerately handled) when sixth of 15 here in November and should be sharper now. Should have come on since reappearance but others have more pressing claims.
9th	7 9th (7) (80/1 -1043%) Shantou Express	80 80/1(-1043%)	(7) Shantou Express 80/1, Bagged a small-field Stratford handicap (26.4f, good) in June but failed to fire back there in August, and again underperformed following a wind op over this C&D last month. Others preferred. Two modest runs in a row, with wind surgery in between; bit to prove in the mud.
10th	3 10th (3) (28/1 -180%) Jatiluwih	28 28/1(-180%)	(3) Jatiluwih 28/1, Lightly-raced since registering latest success in a 21f handicap here back in November 2021. Generally performed with credit in 5 starts last season, not least when runner-up off 1 lb lower at Taunton (3m, good to soft) in April, but he looks vulnerable back from an 8-month break. No win under rules since November 2019 but capable of being on the premises.

LTO Selection:

A major improver on the step up to three miles at Newbury, ED KEEPER remains unexposed and should have plenty more to come off a 9lb higher mark. Sam Thomas' charge may have enough improvement in the tank to see off C&D winner Butch and Springwell Bay, who is entitled to progress for the rise in distance, having scored well here in November over 2m5f. Come On Teddy showed a hint of promise on his return from an absence and is expected to step forward.

The shortlist comprises three up-and-coming types, namely ED KEEPER, Butch and Springwell Bay, in order of preference. It was hard not to be impressed by the way Ed Keeper went about his business upped to 3m at Newbury and this unexposed 6-y-o looks more than capable of defying a 9 lb rise in the weights. Butch and Springwell Bay, both successful here last time out, shouldn't be far away, though, and Come On Teddy showed enough on his comeback spin to suggest that he retains plenty of ability.

Proven stamina is preferred on very testing ground and ED KEEPER (nap) asserted in grand style over 3m at Newbury.

14:40 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:45 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	8 1st (8) (5/1 +23%) Leissieres Express	5 5/1(+23%)	(8) Leissieres Express 5/1, Bettered his hurdles form when runner-up at Wincanton (20.2f, soft) on return/chase debut and produced another sound effort in defeat when third of 11 in handicap chase at this C&D (soft, 9/2) 42 days ago. Merits consideration. Placed in both chases (one over C&D) and may still have a bigger run in him.
2	9 2nd (9) (7/2 +46%) Sadler's Bay	3.5 7/2(+46%)	(9) Sadler's Bay 7/2, Fair maiden hurdle over hurdles and matched that form at the second attempt over fences when second in a 6-runner event at Southwell (24.3f, heavy) 34 days ago. Probably wouldn't too much of a test over this trip but he's a player. Good second on heavy ground in November and useful 5lb claimer enlisted here; respected.
3	2 3rd (2) (11/1 -57%) Pachacuti	11 11/1(-57%)	(2) Pachacuti 11/1, Off mark over hurdles at Fakenham in February but was fortunate to fill the runner-up spot at Warwick on chase debut and was let down by his jumping at Market Rasen last time. More needed with cheekpieces applied. Flattered by proximity when second on chasing debut; pulled up since; blinkers added today.
4	7 4th (7) (6/1 +57%) Gingerbred	6 6/1(+57%)	(7) Gingerbred 6/1, Confirmed previous promise when winning a handicap hurdle at Exeter (18.5f) in February but a mixed bag after and has been no better than mid-division in 3 starts over fences. Not beaten far in three chases this autumn but never really threatened in any of them.
5th	10 5th (10) (28/1 -100%) Kingsmill Gin	28 28/1(-100%)	(10) Kingsmill Gin 28/1, Bounced back to her best (from 6 lb out of the weights) to score at Exeter in April but unseated early at Chepstow next time. Jumping remains suspect and others make greater appeal after 8 months off. C&D winner last April but returns from a layoff today; younger rivals look better treated.
6th	6 6th (6) (14/1 +0%) Balko Saint	14 14/1(+0%)	(6) Balko Saint 14/1, It's now fifteen runs since last win in 2021 and efforts this winter haven't shown enough to suggest he's likely to break that streak. Down in the weights but others preferred. Returned from break with three below-par runs in the autumn; needs to turn a corner.
7th	5 7th (5) (5/1 +29%) Art Decco	5 5/1(+29%)	(5) Art Decco 5/1, Seen only twice since scoring at Fontwell (21.6f) last January but was a good third on return at Chepstow (23.6f, heavy) last month and looks on a handy mark having been eased 2 lb. Third behind two well-handicapped rivals on seasonal debut; shortlisted here.
8th	3 8th (3) (17/2 -70%) Stellar Stream	8.5 17/2(-70%)	(3) Stellar Stream 17/2, Point/hurdles winner stepped forward from chase debut when second of 12 in handicap chase at Lingfield (23.5f, good to soft, 16/1) 21 days ago. Still low mileage and isn't discounted from 2 lb higher mark. Sound effort when second at Lingfield three weeks ago and still lightly raced over fences.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (8/1 -129%) Sherborne	8 8/1(-129%)	(4) Sherborne 8/1, Won twice over hurdles in May and confirmed the promise of previous starts in this sphere when winning 10-runner handicap chase at Wincanton (20.2f, heavy) 20 days ago. 7 lb higher now but another bold bid is anticipated. Came good over fences over 2m4f last month; a possible if this new trip suits.
1	1 \|PU\| (1) (12/1 -100%) Johnny B	12 12/1(-100%)	(1) Johnny B 12/1, Produced a career-best on return from over a year off when winning 11-runner handicap hurdle (50/1) at Wincanton (24.7f, heavy) 20 days ago. Respected back over the larger obstacles. Shock hurdle winner on seasonal debut but has become unreliable.

LTO Selection:

JOHNNY B appeared revitalised by a 393-day layoff when landing a competitive handicap hurdle at Wincanton last month. A return to chasing should prove no issue for Chris Down's charge and he's fancied to complete a double. Fellow last-time-out winner Sherborne is open to improvement now faced with a stiffer test of stamina and he isn't taken lightly, with Stellar Stream also making some appeal.

Several hold sound claims, though ART DECCO is perhaps most interesting having been lowered in the weights for his third behind a pair of in-form rivals at Chepstow last time. Sherborne has made a good start to life over fences and can go well again attempting to follow up his Wincanton success, with Leissieres Expess and Sadler's Bay others to consider.

The pick is LEISSIERES EXPRESS (nap), who made steady headway from a long way off the pace to take third over C&D six weeks ago.

14:45 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:50 Tramore Maiden Chase 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	7 1st (7) (11/2 -38%) Mount Frisco	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(7) Mount Frisco 11/2, Modest chaser. Respectable fifth of 9 in novice hurdle at Down Royal (17f, soft, 20/1) 6 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Possibilities. Well held on chase debut in stronger Clonmel beginners last month but can't be ruled out.
2	2 2nd (2) (7/1 +36%) Knocknagappagh	7 7/1(+36%)	(2) Knocknagappagh 7/1, Modest hurdler. 14/1, respectable seventh of 16 in handicap chase at Naas (16f, soft) 18 days ago. Remains a maiden after 20 NH runs. Runner-up here on chase debut; more needed but don't rule out.
3	4 3rd (4) (Evens +50%) Making Country	0 Evens(+50%)	(4) Making Country Evens, Showed ability only start in bumpers back in 2021 and, having tasted success in points thereafter, he shaped with some promise in face of stiff task when last of 6 in minor event hurdle at Leopardstown in spring 2022. Absent again since but he may well have more to offer. Long absent but any market support on chase debut should be noted.
4	3 4th (3) (9/4 -13%) Low Mileage	2.25 9/4(-13%)	(3) Low Mileage 9/4, Fair chaser who posted a very good fifth of 14 in handicap chase at Thurles (25f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Significantly down in trip but holds good form claims. Struggling in handicaps and questionable if he can run to current mark; chance if he can..
1	1 \|PU\| (1) (33/1 -175%) Coastguard Lady	33 33/1(-175%)	(1) Coastguard Lady 33/1, Behind when fell 4 out in novice chase (100/1) at Thurles (22f, soft) 39 days ago. Down in trip with work to do. Placed in maiden hurdle here for Willie Mullins but hasn't shown much since.
5	5 \|PU\| (5) (125/1 -279%) May Call You Back	125 125/1(-279%)	(5) May Call You Back 125/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Tenth of 14 in novice hurdle (200/1) at Clonmel (16.2f, heavy) 25 days ago. Makes chase debut with more required. Nothing at huge prices in maiden hurdles and hard to fancy now switched to fences.

LTO Selection:

Owner David L'Estrange had a 2023 to remember on the equine and indeed canine front, and he can get 2024 off to the perfect start courtesy of the Philip Dempsey-trained LOW MILEAGE. A bad mistake contributed to Low Mileage pulling up at Fairyhouse in November. In a well-contested Molony Cup at Thurles last time though, a fifth place finish was much more like it, and though back in trip and still a maiden trust J J Slevin to put his mount's experience to good use. Making Country returns after a substantial absence. Many were pleased to see the old-firm alliance of J P McManus and Edward O'Grady combine with an exciting sort in No Flies On Him at Leopardstown. That fellow's jockey, Mark Walsh, can make his presence felt now as well on point-to-point scorer Making Country. Warm In Gorey looks the pick of Philip Rothwell's pair.

A few of these arrive with question marks against them so it is worth siding with winning-pointer MAKING COUNTRY to defy a long absence and go in at the first time of asking in this sphere. Low Mileage rates the obvious threat despite taking a big drop in trip. Mount Frisco and Warm In Gorey can fight it out for minor honours.

A weak rated novice chase in which it could pay to take a chance on the reappearing chase debutant MAKING COUNTRY

14:50 Tramore Maiden Chase 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:55 Musselburgh Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (5/1 +29%) Indian Louis	5 5/1(+29%)	(1) Indian Louis 5/1, Dual point winner who has shaped like a stayer on all 3 starts over hurdles. Heads over the larger obstacles and looks just the type to do better in handicaps now stepping up in trip. Interesting. Dual point winner who is open to plenty of improvement on chase/handicap debut.
2	9 2nd (9) (16/1 +52%) Divas Doyen	16 16/1(+52%)	(9) Divas Doyen 16/1, Poor maiden hurdler/chaser who was pulled up at Sedgefield on return, leaving her with something to prove. Went close over C&D last March but remains an inconsistent maiden.
3	6 3rd (6) (10/3 -11%) Baron Briggs	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(6) Baron Briggs 10/3, Placed in a point and lightly raced under Rules. Made an encouraging return (had wind op in interim) on just his second start over fences when third at Kelso in October (made effort shade earlier than ideal) so he's one to be interested in with that under his belt. Lightly raced; bred to be suited by this step back up in distance; open to progress.
4	2 4th (2) (11/2 +61%) Breakdance Kid	5.5 11/2(+61%)	(2) Breakdance Kid 11/2, Unpromising in points but back on track on second outing for this yard when fifth of 13 in handicap at Kelso (20.9f, heavy) in November. Switches over the larger obstacles and as is often the case with this yard, the market should guide expectations. Has possibilities, provided he shows progress for the switch to chasing.
5th	4 5th (4) (7/2 -100%) Euchan Falls	3.5 7/2(-100%)	(4) Euchan Falls 7/2, Dual winner at 20f over hurdles who made an encouraging start over fences when fourth in handicap over C&D in November. Took a step forward from just out of the weights when runner-up at Ayr (20.5f, soft) a month later and there's every chance he can go one better. Has performed well at this course and Ayr since switched to fences; major contender.
6th	5 6th (5) (4/1 -20%) Dr Shirocco	4 4/1(-20%)	(5) Dr Shirocco 4/1, Finally off the mark under Rules when scoring at Hexham in June before making light of a 5-month absence to follow up at this C&D (good to soft) just under 8 weeks ago. Should go close again from 3 lb higher mark. Won at Hexham in June and this track in November; second in this race last year.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (11/1 +56%) Get 'Em In	11 11/1(+56%)	(8) Get 'Em In 11/1, Showed little over hurdles and similar story over fences to date. Set for another struggle from marginally out of the weights. The drop back in grade looks suitable but he's far from solid on overall form.
3	3 \|PU\| (3) (50/1 -257%) Marajman	50 50/1(-257%)	(3) Marajman 50/1, Dual chase winner for Charles & Adam Pogson in summer but no impact on all 3 starts in recent weeks. Now below last winning mark but can only be watched. Two chase wins for previous yard; badly out of form for new stable.

LTO Selection:

DR SHIROCCO is seeking a hat-trick after just getting up by a neck over C&D in November and he may have been let off lightly to only be raised 3lb. He is taken to go in again, although Baron Briggs ran well enough to finish third at Kelso after undergoing wind surgery and could take another step forward off a 1lb lower rating. Euchan Falls completes the shortlist.

A few in with a squeak but EUCHAN FALLS improved on his chasing debut effort when finishing runner-up at Ayr 3 weeks ago, and with better still to come, he's fancied to come out on top at the expense of Baron Briggs, who paid the price for trying first to close down the front runner at Kelso a couple of months ago. Dr Shirocco and Indian Louis are another couple of interesting contenders, also.

Lightly raced BARON BRIGGS is taken to show progress and get off the mark. Dr Shirocco is second choice.

14:55 Musselburgh Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:00 Fairyhouse Maiden Chase 21f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	5 1st (5) (2/7 +34%) Nick Rockett	0.285714 2/7(+34%)	(5) Nick Rockett 2/7, Point winner who quickly made up into a smart hurdler in the spring. Promising start to his chase career when fourth of 13 in C&D maiden last month. Hard to beat with improvement on the cards. Grade 2 hurdle winner ran a fine race on chasing debut over C&D; be difficult to beat.
2	7 2nd (7) (7/1 -75%) Tactical Move	7 7/1(-75%)	(7) Tactical Move 7/1, Bumper winner in 2019 who made a successful return from a huge absence in a 22-runner maiden hurdle (7/4) at Punchestown (16f, heavy) in January (off again since). Interesting recruit to chasing but Nick Rockett has to be considered the yard first string. Won a Punchestown maiden hurdle a year ago; powerful yard's second string; run well.
3	4 3rd (4) (12/1 +45%) My Immortal	12 12/1(+45%)	(4) My Immortal 12/1, Useful hurdler. Should be all the sharper for his first experience of fences here last month but he was well behind Nick Rockett on that occasions. Cheekpieces back on. A long way behind Nick Rockett on chasing debut over C&D; has work to do.
4	1 4th (1) (14/1 +65%) Cadatharla	14 14/1(+65%)	(1) Cadatharla 14/1, Useful hurdler. Should build on his C&D chase debut sixth on his reappearance a month ago but like a few of these he has a bit to find with Nick Rockett. Some promise on chasing debut over C&D but has a lot to find with Nick Rockett on that.
5th	6 5th (6) (11/1 -100%) Santonito	11 11/1(-100%)	(6) Santonito 11/1, Fairly useful hurdler. 28/1, third of 7 in maiden at Navan (20.4f, heavy) on debut over fences 23 days ago. Some encouragement on his chasing debut at Navan; can be a player if improving from that.

LTO Selection:

Four of these finished behind Corbetts Cross over the course and distance last month, with NICK ROCKETT by far the best of them in fourth. A Grade 2 winner over flights, the Willie Mullins-trained selection is the choice of Paul Townend and he should prove too strong for his six rivals. Stable companion Tactical Move looks the main danger. Out of action for more than three years, he was successful on his return at Punchestown and makes his racecourse debut over fences now. That Punchestown success was almost a year ago, with the Stowaway gelding clearly meeting with another setback in the interim. Santonito looks the best of the rest after finishing third on his debut over fences at Navan, while Cheltenham Festival winner Good Time Jonny is likely to come into his own in handicap company.

NICK ROCKETT had a few of these rivals well behind him when making a promising start to his chase career here last month and should be very hard to beat with improvement on the cards. His talented, but seemingly fragile, stablemate Tactical Move is the one likely to give him most to do.

With a clear round of jumping, NICK ROCKETT will be very difficult to beat, as he holds most of these rivals on recent C&D form.

15:00 Fairyhouse Maiden Chase 21f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:05 Catterick Handicap Chase (Class 5) 25f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (16/5 +29%) Skyhill	3.2 16/5(+29%)	(2) Skyhill 16/5, Won this race last season before ending campaign with another success at Sedgefield. Entitled to be sharper for November's return and he's not discounted. Won this last year; didn't run badly at Sedgefield on reappearance & could improve for it.
2	3 2nd (3) (5/2 -67%) Event Of Sivola	2.5 5/2(-67%)	(3) Event Of Sivola 5/2, Took advantage of a reduced mark to gamely see off Gibberwell in an 8-runner handicap chase at Hexham (24.2f, heavy, 9/2) 19 days ago. Has won from this higher mark before and he sets the standard with visor reapplied. Won on heavy ground at Hexham last month and could be in the mix up 5lb.
3	4 3rd (4) (16/5 -16%) Gibberwell	3.2 16/5(-16%)	(4) Gibberwell 16/5, Got off the mark over fences at Hexham n April and has been on the wrong side of narrow defeats on each of his last 2 outings, latterly when beaten by Event of Sivola at that same course last month. Meets that rival on better terms this time and should go well again. Runner-up at Hexham the last twice; different course but bang there if good form continues.
4	6 4th (6) (10/3 +49%) Dark Duomo	3.333333 10/3(+49%)	(6) Dark Duomo 10/3, Poor maiden hurdler for Philip Hobbs & Johnson White and failed to land a blow behind Event of Sivola at Hexham (24.2f, heavy) on debut over fences 19 days ago. More needed. Lightly raced 6yo; no match for two of these on chase debut but may have needed the run.
5th	1 5th (1) (25/1 -56%) Largy Train	25 25/1(-56%)	(1) Largy Train 25/1, Made a winning debut in bumper for Stuart Crawford in May 2021 but was pulled up on 4 of his 5 starts over hurdles and he's hard to fancy sent chasing. Pulled up on handicap hurdle debut at Newcastle and something to prove now over fences.
6th	5 6th (5) (10/1 -25%) The Electrician	10 10/1(-25%)	(5) The Electrician 10/1, Dual winner over shorter last season but efforts for current yard haven't quite of the same standard and he'll likely to need a couple to underperform if he's to play a major role. Fair third at Doncaster last month on second run for yard but pulled up at Carlisle since.

LTO Selection:

EVENT OF SIVOLA had Gibberwell (second) and Dark Duomo (fourth) behind when scoring by just under two lengths over 3m at Hexham last time. He looks to have lots in his favour to confirm that form. Skyhill made a solid return to action when finishing third over 3m3f at Sedgefield in November and could get involved off a 1lb lower rating, while The Electrician is better than his latest effort at Carlisle.

EVENT OF SIVOLA can uphold Hexham form with Gibberwell, having previously been competeitive from marks even higher than the 5 lb rise he's been handed for that success. Gibberwell himself should pose the biggest threat again, with last year's winner Skyhill also not discounted.

C&D winner SKYHILL could be sharper for his November reappearance at Sedgefield and he is the pick. Gibberwell is second choice.

15:05 Catterick Handicap Chase (Class 5) 25f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:10 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 10f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	8 1st (8) (6/1 -9%) Penzance	6 6/1(-9%)	(8) Penzance 6/1, 5/6, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 18 days ago by 4 lengths from Storm Catcher. Up 9 lb but had plenty in hand there so he's not taken lightly for his new yard. Easy wins over 1m2f at Chelmsford the last twice; big weights hike and upped in class.
2	4 2nd (4) (6/1 +50%) Storm Catcher	6 6/1(+50%)	(4) Storm Catcher 6/1, Four wins from 11 runs last year. Creditable 4 lengths second of 6 to Penzance in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f, 2/1) 18 days ago, no match for winner. Needs considering. Impressive over C&D in one Newcastle run; beaten by Penzance latest but lots went wrong.
3	1 3rd (1) (9/1 -29%) Sir Busker	9 9/1(-29%)	(1) Sir Busker 9/1, Course winner. Very good 1¾ lengths second of 9 to To Catch A Thief in handicap (6/1) at this C&D 23 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up. Chased home To Catch A Thief over C&D last month; work to do to turn the tables.
4	5 4th (5) (7/1 +42%) Beraz	7 7/1(+42%)	(5) Beraz 7/1, Two wins from 5 runs last year. Latest win at Leicester in October. 12/1, creditable third of 13 in handicap at this course (12.4f) 51 days ago, left poorly placed. Enters calculations. Two turf wins last year and ran well for 3rd in the November Handicap; more needed here.
5th	3 5th (3) (7/1 +0%) Teumessias Fox	7 7/1(+0%)	(3) Teumessias Fox 7/1, C&D winner. Respectable fifth of 13 in handicap (4/1) at this course (12.4f) 51 days ago, slowly away. In the mix. On a handy mark and ran OK in the November Handicap here last time; better over further.
6th	10 6th (10) (10/1 +0%) King's Code	10 10/1(+0%)	(10) King's Code 10/1, Five wins from 11 runs last year, signing off with victory in 8-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 6 days ago. Much respected under a 5 lb penalty. No match for Penzance at Chelmsford but won well at Wolverhampton on Tuesday; more needed.
7th	2 7th (2) (28/1 +30%) West End Charmer	28 28/1(+30%)	(2) West End Charmer 28/1, 9/1, respectable ninth of 18 in handicap at Goodwood (9.9f, good to firm). Off 17 months. Makes tapeta debut and much respected. Has been a smart handicapper but absent for 524 days and others have more pressing claims.
8th	6 8th (6) (15/8 +32%) To Catch A Thief	1.875 15/8(+32%)	(6) To Catch A Thief 15/8, Son of Cracksman who continued theme of race-by-race progress when running out a comfortable winner over C&D on his handicap debut last month. Type to go on improving for leading yard and serious claims. 2-2 on AW since gelded; well on top over C&D latest; 6lb rise probably not beyond him.
9th	11 9th (11) (33/1 -136%) Dingle	33 33/1(-136%)	(11) Dingle 33/1, Course winner. Respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at Redcar (8f, good to firm, 10/1), not ideally placed. Off 6 months. Up in trip. Needs considering. In good form on AW in early 2023; stiff test at 1m2f might stretch him back from a break.
10th	12 10th (12) (100/1 -100%) Southern Voyage	100 100/1(-100%)	(12) Southern Voyage 100/1, Course winner. Tenth of 12 in handicap (40/1) at this course (12.4f) 16 days ago so needs to get back on track. Struggled badly for R Fahey in 2023; this a tough race in which to try and bounce back.
11th	9 11th (9) (22/1 -120%) Queen Of Ipanema	22 22/1(-120%)	(9) Queen Of Ipanema 22/1, C&D winner who posted a career best when winning 11-runner handicap (3/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 13 days ago. Can go well again. 7-11 in handicaps, two of the wins here; mark feasible still but this is much tougher.
12th	13 12th (13) (20/1 -67%) Wadacre Gomez	20 20/1(-67%)	(13) Wadacre Gomez 20/1, Three wins from 12 runs last year, latest in 7-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (10f, 7/4) 21 days ago. This C&D winner ought to be in the shake-up. C&D winner who continues to progress well; this is a tough task though.
13th	7 13th (7) (125/1 -400%) Sceptic	125 125/1(-400%)	(7) Sceptic 125/1, Latest win at Goodwood in June. First run since leaving Andrew Balding when seventh of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 10/1) 27 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Two wins for A Balding last year; wind op prior to low-key stable debut; new trip today.

LTO Selection:

TO CATCH A THIEF took another step forward to defeat the talented Sir Busker (second) over C&D last month and the unexposed son of Cracksman is fancied to complete a hat-trick from a 6lb higher mark. Penzance (winner) and Storm Catcher (second) square off once again having met at Chelmsford last time and both ought to give a good account. Queen Of Ipanema, King's Code and Wadacre Gomez each arrive on the back of recent victories and must also be taken into consideration.

Lots with chances in a cracking contest but it's still hard to ignore the claims of TO CATCH A THIEF who made a winning start in handicaps over C&D last time and still looks to have a fair bit of improvement in him. Mick Appleby's hat-trick seeker Penzance rates the main danger to William Haggas' son of Cracksman ahead of in-form pair Queen of Ipanema and Sir Busker.

The unexposed TO CATCH A THIEF (nap) has won slowly-run races the last twice and could improve further granted a more thorough test.

15:10 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:15 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 20f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (6/4 +8%) Bob Olinger	1.5 6/4(+8%)	(1) Bob Olinger 6/4, First win since taking the Turners at the 2022 Festival when seeing off Zanahiyr in 2½m Grade 2 hurdle at Navan on reappearance 44 days ago. Unlikely to give up his unbeaten Cheltenham record without a fight. Won Grade 2 at Navan in November on reappearance and entitled to considerable respect.
2	4 2nd (4) (7/4 -27%) Marie's Rock	1.75 7/4(-27%)	(4) Marie's Rock 7/4, Dual Grade 1 winner in mares' company and also won this last year. Very good second 3m Aintree Grade 1 in April. Too keen when below par in 3m Newbury Grade 2 on reappearance but that should have knocked some of the freshness out of her. The one to beat if back to her best. Won this last year and could leave her reappearance run well behind; leading player.
3	2 3rd (2) (20/1 -25%) Brewin'upastorm	20 20/1(-25%)	(2) Brewin'upastorm 20/1, Looked the likely winner when falling at the last in this 2 years ago. Bounced back from a lesser run in this last season when winning the Grade 2 National Spirit at Fontwell in February. Respectable second on Aintree reappearance last month. Won Grade 2 National Spirit in February but this 11yo could be vulnerable today.
4	3 4th (3) (3/1 +40%) Strong Leader	3 3/1(+40%)	(3) Strong Leader 3/1, Smart novice hurdler last season, winning 3 times and second in 2m Grade 1 at Aintree final start. Flopped on reappearance but quickly back on track when length second to Blueking D'oroux in 19f Ascot Grade 2 37 days ago. Second in Grade 2 Ascot Hurdle last time; possible improver, but it's needed in this field.

LTO Selection:

Bob Olinger has to be respected following his victory in the Lismullen Hurdle at Navan, but he has not been the most consistent in recent years and that is a concern. As a result, marginal preference is for MARIE'S ROCK, who won this race 12 months ago and she should be more at home over this distance following a couple of attempts at 3m. Brewin'upastorm and Strong Leader are capable of going well, although the aforementioned pair make more appeal.

If MARIE'S ROCK bounces back to the form she showed when winning this 12 months ago she might have a bit too much for dual Festival winner Bob Olinger.

There can be optimism that MARIE'S ROCK will leave her reappearance performance behind and win this race for the second year running.

15:15 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:20 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 5) 19f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (11/4 +45%) Bolsover Bill	2.75 11/4(+45%)	(3) Bolsover Bill 11/4, Thrived with the tongue tie refitted last term, gaining a fourth success over fences at Plumpton (19.7f) in March. Well held both starts in the summer but interesting runner for new yard (formerly with Warren Greatrex) back down in the weights having been freshened up by a break. Out of sorts in last two runs for Warren Greatrex and needs a major revival for new yard.
2	10 2nd (10) (4/1 -20%) Merry Monty	4 4/1(-20%)	(10) Merry Monty 4/1, Again attracted good support and only found one too good over hurdles at this course 19 days ago. Clearly thought to be well treated, so can make his presence felt if taking to chasing. Well-backed second over hurdles here last month and he's respected on this chase debut.
3	7 3rd (7) (3/1 -33%) Time To Bite	3 3/1(-33%)	(7) Time To Bite 3/1, One win from 26 NH runs. Career best when winning 11-runner handicap chase at this C&D (heavy, 10/1) 11 days ago. Worthy of respect for all that he's not the most consistent. Off the mark with unchallenged win over C&D latest; up 9lb but he's a big player again.
4	1 4th (1) (8/1 -45%) Imperial Joe	8 8/1(-45%)	(1) Imperial Joe 8/1, Most consistent last season, winning three times. Back on track to some degree at this course last time and handicapper has dropped him 2 lb since, so not without hope. Triple chase winner but he's been well held last twice and others are more persuasive.
5th	5 5th (5) (10/1 -25%) Lightonthewing	10 10/1(-25%)	(5) Lightonthewing 10/1, Doubled his tally over fences with a likeable front-running display at Fontwell in February. Disappointed there following month, however, and off since. Won this race on heavy ground lats season and he needs a close look on his return.
6th	4 6th (4) (10/1 +60%) I Love You Sivola	10 10/1(+60%)	(4) I Love You Sivola 10/1, Fair hurdler/chaser in France but not much encouragement for current stable. Ex-French 6yo with a record of 1-25 and others are more convincing.
8	8 \|PU\| (8) (12/1 -71%) Blue Ribbon	12 12/1(-71%)	(8) Blue Ribbon 12/1, Fair 2m hurdles winner for Dr Richard Newland in 2021 but struggled to make a significant impact in handicap chases for current yard last season. Might need the run back from 7 months off, so others are more appealing. 0-5 over fences but was runner-up over C&D two runs back; not ruled out on return.
9	9 \|PU\| (9) (14/1 +13%) School For Scandal	14 14/1(+13%)	(9) School For Scandal 14/1, Belatedly opened his account when scoring from the front in a Taunton handicap chase on final start of last season. Good second at Fakenham on return but has disappointed at Hereford since. Hard to rely on. His form nosedived at Hereford 16 days ago and he needs to bounce back near best.
2	2 \|PU\| (2) (80/1 -400%) Pawpaw	80 80/1(-400%)	(2) Pawpaw 80/1, Off the mark over fences at Hereford (20.9f) in March and doubled his tally at Fontwell (21.6f) in May. Has struggled since, however, leaving David Bridgwater prior to penultimate outing. Has lost his way since his last win in May and he needs a major turnaround.
11	11 \|PU\| (11) (125/1 -25%) Christopher Clive	125 125/1(-25%)	(11) Christopher Clive 125/1, Of little account and makes no appeal on chasing debut for a new yard. No joy over hurdles and is 10lb out of the weights on this chase debut; no appeal.

LTO Selection:

A taking winner over C&D last month, TIME TO BITE should have plenty more to come under similar conditions and a 9lb rise may not be enough to stop him going in again. Chris Honour's charge is preferred to fellow C&D winner Lightonthewing as well as Merry Monty, who was runner-up here last month over timber and has plenty of potential on his chase debut.

BOLSOVER BILL lost his form for Warren Greatrex but, having been given a break by the handicapper and freshened up by his new stable, he might be worth chancing to bounce back. Last-time-out C&D winner Time To Bite needs considering and Merry Monty is of interest over fences for the first time.

Merry Monty is respected on his chase debut but the vote goes to TIME TO BITE, who put in a dominant display over C&D last month.

15:20 Exeter Handicap Chase (Class 5) 19f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:25 Tramore Handicap Chase 23f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	4 1st (4) (5/2 +0%) Rochestown	2.5 5/2(+0%)	(4) Rochestown 5/2, Second of 12 in handicap chase (8/1) at this course (21.4f, soft) 34 days ago. Big player. Recent comeback C&D second augurs well despite 4lb rise.
2	5 2nd (5) (11/4 +8%) Mahler Appeal	2.75 11/4(+8%)	(5) Mahler Appeal 11/4, Creditable fourth of 22 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (23.9f, heavy, 15/2) 20 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase and he's one for the shortlist. Solid recent hurdle efforts on heavy; one to consider.
3	3 3rd (3) (15/2 -7%) Lilian Bland	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(3) Lilian Bland 15/2, 4/1, respectable fourth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (19f, good to soft) last May. That was her latest start under Rules but a couple of recent runs in points under her belt and she's worth considering on this chase debut. Placed in Clonmel handicap hurdles last season; straight into handicap for chase debut.
4	8 4th (8) (10/1 +64%) Glorious Singer	10 10/1(+64%)	(8) Glorious Singer 10/1, Remains a maiden after 23 NH runs. Ninth of 20 in handicap hurdle (20/1) at Cork (20f, heavy) 22 days ago. Opposable on chase debut. Basement-rated hurdler hard to fancy on belated chase debut.
5th	9 5th (9) (12/1 -85%) Greenway Machine	12 12/1(-85%)	(9) Greenway Machine 12/1, One win from 22 NH runs. Successful in this sphere at Downpatrick in October. 8/1, below form fifth of 11 in handicap chase at Punchestown (24.7f, soft) 46 days ago. Looks vulnerable for win purposes. Below-par at Punchestown but big player on previous form.
6th	2 6th (2) (18/1 -29%) Carnet De Stage	18 18/1(-29%)	(2) Carnet De Stage 18/1, Two wins from 41 NH runs. Last of 9 in handicap chase at Cartmel (21.2f, good to soft, 12/1) on latest start under Rules in June (little impact in 3 starts between the flags since). Back from recent stint in point-to-points and has form on heavy so don't rule out.
7	7 \|PU\| (7) (7/2 +53%) Duffys Hodey	3.5 7/2(+53%)	(7) Duffys Hodey 7/2, 7/1, bit below form third of 14 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (16.8f, heavy). Off 11 months ahead of this chase debut and his stamina has to be taken on trust. Hard to see him making an immediate impact over fences after a year's absence.
1	1 \|PU\| (1) (16/1 -100%) Made In Muckross	16 16/1(-100%)	(1) Made In Muckross 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden under Rules. Eighth of 10 in novice chase at Thurles (18.4f, good to soft, 250/1) 32 days ago. Up in trip for this handicap chase debut. Needs a couple of these to falter. Came up against smart types in beginners chases; opening mark probably on the high side.

LTO Selection:

The Walsh yard in Doneraile County Cork is struggling to hit the bullseye at present, and that may put some off the chances of ROCHESTOWN. At a venue that provided them with many good days in past, there were tentative signs of a revival for the Walsh outfit at Limerick last week. They clearly mean business now with the booking of Darragh O'Keeffe for Rochestown, and a repeat of his second placing here in November might well be good enough. A 4Ib hike in the weights makes it a little more difficult, and something like chase debutant Glorious Singer could provide stiff enough opposition getting a chunk of weight. Mahler Appeal and Greenway Machine are among the others that need considering.

MAHLER APPEAL and Rochestown could be the pair to concentrate on. The latter is not passed over lightly on the back of his solid reappearance second here in November, but Mahler Appeal returns to this sphere on the back of a couple of solid efforts in big-field handicap hurdles and he is marginally preferred. Lilian Bland is best of the rest.

A clear second over C&D on his comeback run in November, ROCHESTOWN can go one better here, chiefly at the expense of Mahler Appeal

15:25 Tramore Handicap Chase 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:30 Musselburgh Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 24f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (5/4 +64%) Republican	1.25 5/4(+64%)	(2) Republican 5/4, Ended a long losing run at Hereford in February and signed off with a solid fourth at Ffos Las (2m4f) on his final run for Oliver Sherwood in April. Interesting on his return with yard among the winners. Makes stable/seasonal debut with yard in fine form; interesting, especially if well backed.
2	1 2nd (1) (7/2 +13%) Call Me Harry	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(1) Call Me Harry 7/2, C&D winner in November who had yet to be asked for effort when swerved and unseated 2 out.in handicap hurdle at Aintree (24.7f, heavy) 23 days ago. Enters calculations off the same mark. C&D win in November; bang there when jinking/unseating at Aintree latest; strong contender.
3	7 3rd (7) (11/1 -57%) Kiss My Face	11 11/1(-57%)	(7) Kiss My Face 11/1, Winning hurdler at Catterick when last seen in this sphere in February and arrives in good nick from a spell on the AW Flat. Needs considering. Won in February on last hurdle outing; fit from the Flat and could have a part to play.
4	3 4th (3) (14/1 -17%) Telhimlisten	14 14/1(-17%)	(3) Telhimlisten 14/1, Scored 4 times over hurdles and also an easy winner of 3-runner race on first completed chase start at Plumpton in April for Jennie Candlish. Yet to hit top form in three runs for his new yard though, never-dangerous fifth of 7 in handicap chase at Ayr (24.1f, soft) 21 days ago. More needed. Prolific last March/April but plenty to prove regarding stamina and current form.
5th	8 5th (8) (15/2 +38%) Theirshegoes	7.5 15/2(+38%)	(8) Theirshegoes 15/2, Still to get her head in front but she comes here in decent nick, fifth of 11 to Sanosuke in handicap hurdle over C&D (soft) 32 days ago. Solid claims once more. Merely fifth on her two runs this autumn but there's a suspicion she's capable of better.
6th	5 6th (5) (14/1 -409%) Reserve Judgement	14 14/1(-409%)	(5) Reserve Judgement 14/1, Winner at Down Royal in June and in the process of running well when unseated rider 3 out in handicap hurdle there (24.1f, soft) 52 days ago. This irish challenger is one to consider. Going well in front when falling three out at Down Royal; may well make amends today.
7th	4 7th (4) (13/2 -8%) Aurora Thunder	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(4) Aurora Thunder 13/2, Course winner who posted a respectable third of 11 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, soft) 21 days ago. It's now 12 runs since her last win in 2022, though. Step back in right direction when third at Ayr latest; has a chance now back down in grade.

LTO Selection:

KISS MY FACE was last seen in this sphere when successful at Catterick in February last year and he now has to compete off a 4lb higher rating. He has paid his way on the Flat since and can make a winning return to hurdles. Republican is an interesting contender on his first start for the Harry Derham stable and has proven to be more than capable in this sort of grade. Sanosuke makes some appeal in a first-time visor.

A case can be made for virtually all of these but REPUBLICAN hails from a yard among the winners so is taken to go in at the first time of asking for his new handler and edge out in-form top-weight Call Me Harry. Theirshegoes and Aurora Thunder are both weighted to have a say too in a competitive handicap.

Irish challenger RESERVE JUDGEMENT was going well in front when falling three out at Down Royal in November and holds appealing claims.

15:30 Musselburgh Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:35 Fairyhouse NH Flat Race 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	7 1st (7) (9/4 -38%) Staffordshire Knot	2.25 9/4(-38%)	(7) Staffordshire Knot 9/4, Once-raced maiden. 12/1, third of 17 in novice hurdle at Cork (16f, heavy) on NH debut 36 days ago. Makes bumpers debut. Should be on the premises. Was 3rd in a Cork maiden hurdle (2m; soft) on debut; big chance back to a bumper.
2	6 2nd (6) (12/1 -140%) Recoded	12 12/1(-140%)	(6) Recoded 12/1, Twice-raced maiden under NH rules. Third of 9 in novice hurdle at Carlisle (17.2f, soft, 9/2) on hurdles bow 74 days ago. Switches from hurdles to bumpers. Not dismissed. Ability in a bumper and novice hurdle; handles heavy ground and can run respectably.
3	2 3rd (2) (9/1 -29%) Donnie Devito	9 9/1(-29%)	(2) Donnie Devito 9/1, Once-raced maiden. 20/1 and tongue strap on, third of 9 in bumper at Sligo (18f, soft) on NH debut 66 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Ms M. M. Gannon. Promise on bumper debut at Sligo; new yard now and is capable of another decent showing.
4	5 4th (5) (25/1 +24%) Ned In The Park	25 25/1(+24%)	(5) Ned In The Park 25/1, Walk In The Park gelding. Dam unraced. Others are more persuasive. By a leading sire and yard enjoyed a productive 2023; follow market leads.
5th	3 5th (3) (50/1 -25%) Good Deal	50 50/1(-25%)	(3) Good Deal 50/1, Ivawood gelding. Dam unraced. Doesn't make much appeal on pedigree. A 1,000euros vendor buyback as a foal; not bred for this and best watched.
6th	1 6th (1) (125/1 -525%) Barna Endeavor	125 125/1(-525%)	(1) Barna Endeavor 125/1, Sageburg gelding. Half-brother to fair chaser Barna Venture. Dam, unraced, closely related to modest hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 2¾m) Barna Bay. Wears tongue strap. Worth monitoring in the betting. Decent pedigree; tongue-tie on for debut; follow market leads.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (4/6 +46%) I Am River	0.666667 4/6(+46%)	(4) I Am River 4/6, €210,000 3-y-o, Getaway gelding. Dam, bumper/fair 3m hurdle winner, closely related to smart hurdler/chaser (winner up to 3m) Wichita Lineman. Should take all the beating. By a quality sire and a fine damline; represents formidable connections; maximium respect.

LTO Selection:

STAFFORDSHIRE KNOT might be able to put his experience to good use. The Gordon Elliott-trained bay ran a fine race on debut over flights at Cork, finishing a close third behind two Willie Mullins-trained bumper winners. Likely to come on plenty for that effort, the Shantou six-year-old gets the nod over interesting newcomer I Am River. A E210,000 Tattersalls Derby Sale purchase, I Am River is out of dual winner Dreambaby, who herself is a half-sister to Rhinestone Cowboy and Wichita Lineman. Carrying the colours of JP McManus, market confidence or lack thereof will be telling. With her late in-laws honoured in the feature race on the programme, Lorna Fowler's Recoded would be an apt winner. Third on his two starts to date in the UK, the Kodiac bay is not without his chance under Derek O'Connor. Donnie Devito was a good third on debut at Sligo and it'll be interesting to see how he fares starting off for Ross O'Sullivan.

I AM RIVER is from an excellent family and represents powerful connections, so he's narrowly preferred to Staffordshire Knot, who shaped well in a novice hurdle Cork recently. Recoded is the best of those with bumper experience.

STAFFORDSHIRE KNOT was a fine 3rd in a Cork maiden hurdle on soft. This ground is a concern but he should get away with it.

15:35 Fairyhouse NH Flat Race 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:39 Catterick Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 25f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (9/4 -63%) Abbeyhill	2.25 9/4(-63%)	(3) Abbeyhill 9/4, Irish point winner who landed a gamble at Plumpton (25f) in November, suited by the step up in trip. Backed up that effort when second at Taunton (23.9f) 10 days later, so he looks a major player with more still to offer. Has improved for the step up to 3m+; a possible, but testing going a slight concern.
2	7 2nd (7) (11/4 +66%) My Strong Man	2.75 11/4(+66%)	(7) My Strong Man 11/4, Maiden handicap hurdler who, after a spin on the Flat, offered little when down the field at Newcastle in November. However, he's now only 1 lb higher than when finishing runner-up in this race in 2023, so he's not written off. 22-race maiden; second to Just Jess in this race in 2023; below par on last two starts.
3	8 3rd (8) (4/1 +71%) Oliver's Island	4 4/1(+71%)	(8) Oliver's Island 4/1, Winner of this race in 2021 and gained his first success since when scoring at Market Rasen (23.1f) in December 2022. Only the 2 starts in 2023, finishing mid-field at Newcastle 18 days ago, but he's on a dangerous mark as he goes back up in trip. C&D winner two years ago; not in the best of form recently; others look stronger.
4	5 4th (5) (4/1 +0%) Howzat Hiris	4 4/1(+0%)	(5) Howzat Hiris 4/1, Seen to maximum effect when opening her account in a Newcastle handicap (23.7f) in March, before going off too hard on her final outing of the campaign. Looked rusty on her return in November, but stepped up on that run when second at Market Rasen last time. Respected. Newcastle winner last season; best run since when 2nd last time; conditions suit; chance.
5th	1 5th (1) (8/1 +33%) Magna Moralia	8 8/1(+33%)	(1) Magna Moralia 8/1, Sole success from 18 starts over hurdles was registered back in March 2021. Form has been in and out this season, running one of his better races when fifth of 15 in handicap at Doncaster (20.9f) in November. Capable of getting involved if on a going day. Some fair form at up to 2m4f last year; this trip on testing ground not sure to be ideal.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (40/1 -60%) Brasingaman Bella	40 40/1(-60%)	(6) Brasingaman Bella 40/1, Hinted at ability in bumpers but has shown little over hurdles so far, pulled up on her handicap debut at Uttoxeter (19.9f) in November. Needs to leave her previous form behind tried over this longer trip in blinkers. Modest form; needs to improve for this step up in trip and the addition of blinkers.
4	4 \|PU\| (4) (80/1 +20%) Choungaya	80 80/1(+20%)	(4) Choungaya 80/1, One-time useful chaser in Ireland but his form has been going the wrong way, failing to complete on all 5 starts of the current campaign. Easy enough to look elsewhere. Fair hurdler in Ireland; has become disappointing; well treated but plenty to prove.

LTO Selection:

HOWZAT HIRIS produced a much better performance to fill the runner-up spot over 2m7f at Market Rasen last time and the handicapper raised her just 1lb for that display. The daughter of Al Namix looks well placed to go one better and record her second career victory. The main threat is Just Jess, who was beaten into fifth here over an extended 2m3f last time and could appreciate the step back up in distance. Of the remainder, Brasingaman Bella makes the most appeal.

ABBEYHILL has shown much improved form upped in trip, getting off the mark at Plumpton in November before running at least as well when second at Taunton next time, so he looks to hold leading claims. Just Jess is now 2 lb lower than when winning this race in 2023 and can make her presence felt, with Howzat Hiris also one to note.

In a low-grade content, JUST JESS is taken to repeat last year's win by beating last month's Market Rasen runner-up Howzat Hiris.

15:39 Catterick Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 25f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (7/2 +75%) Dear My Friend	3.5 7/2(+75%)	(4) Dear My Friend 7/2, C&D winner. Last of 11 in handicap (17/2) at York (7.9f, good to firm), slowly away. Off 129 days. Uninspiring form figures but grounds for expecting much better today; a case can be made.
2	3 2nd (3) (7/2 +42%) Symbol Of Light	3.5 7/2(+42%)	(3) Symbol Of Light 7/2, Won 3 of 4 starts for Charlie Appleby and best effort for this yard when very good third of 9 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 42 days ago, forced to switch and finished with running left. One to be interested in. Conditions fine and he's run well in both AW starts for this yard; each-way claims.
3	6 3rd (6) (13/2 +19%) Fantastic Fox	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(6) Fantastic Fox 13/2, C&D winner. Latest win here in November. 7/2, respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f) 18 days ago, running on. Looks competitive on form. Just behind Helm Rock last time when bidding for an AW hat-trick; others stronger today.
4	1 4th (1) (8/1 -7%) Tempus	8 8/1(-7%)	(1) Tempus 8/1, C&D winner. Seven wins from 23 Flat runs. Respectable 1¾ lengths second of 9 to Grey's Monument in listed race (15/2) at Kempton (8f) 26 days ago. Second in 1m Listed event last month; this is weaker than he's used to; should go well.
5th	10 5th (10) (18/1 -100%) Chuzzlewit	18 18/1(-100%)	(10) Chuzzlewit 18/1, 13/2, good 2¾ lengths fourth of 10 to Master Zoffany in handicap at this course (7.1f) 23 days ago, well positioned. Low mileage and best RPR came over C&D, his only crack at 1m; promising 4th here latest.
6th	9 6th (9) (14/1 -87%) Master Zoffany	14 14/1(-87%)	(9) Master Zoffany 14/1, 16/1, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at this course (7.1f) 23 days ago, suited by emphasis on speed. Can make presence felt. Ready 7f win here last month; stays 1m; career-high mark to defy but he can't be ignored.
7th	12 7th (12) (16/1 +0%) Ron O	16 16/1(+0%)	(12) Ron O 16/1, C&D winner. Four wins from 14 runs last year. Career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 6/1) 38 days ago. This tougher. Progressive handicapper whose latest Southwell win has been franked; should go well again.
8th	2 8th (2) (9/2 +40%) Helm Rock	4.5 9/2(+40%)	(2) Helm Rock 9/2, C&D winner. Latest win at Kempton in September. Creditable third of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f, 11/2) 18 days ago. Others more persuasive. Well suited by 1m on AW; sharper for last month's promising 3rd at Chelmsford; contender.
9th	7 9th (7) (33/1 -267%) Tropez Power	33 33/1(-267%)	(7) Tropez Power 33/1, Sixth of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (8f, good, 4/1), folding. Off 6 months. Has done most of his winning on the AW (3-8 on synthetics, versus 1-15 on turf), so respected back on this surface. Good progress on AW last winter; has more to give but this looks warm after six months off.
10th	8 10th (8) (33/1 -136%) Woodstock City	33 33/1(-136%)	(8) Woodstock City 33/1, Latest win at Deauville in August. First run since leaving Christopher Head when third of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 20/1) on UK debut 27 days ago. Promising stable debut last month and today's test may prove more suitable.
11th	13 11th (13) (14/1 -133%) Light Speed	14 14/1(-133%)	(13) Light Speed 14/1, Lightly-raced winner. Course winner. Three wins from 5 runs last year. Latest win at Lingfield in December. Last of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 5/2) 6 days ago. Has work to do. Easy lead when making a winning h'cap debut last month; disappointed last week; opposable.
12th	5 12th (5) (10/1 -25%) Lord Bertie	10 10/1(-25%)	(5) Lord Bertie 10/1, 9/2, first run since leaving William Haggas when fifth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f) 18 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Yet to shine in handicaps; behind Helm Rock at Chelmsford on last month's stable debut.

LTO Selection:

With Roger Varian's yard in fine fettle it may pay to side with FANTASTIC FOX, who was a C&D winner off 3lb lower in November and he short of room when fourth at Chelmsford last time out. The six-year-old may make amends for that unlucky run here and get the better of the recent Listed second Tempus and Dear My Friend, who has had wind surgery since his last start and is potentially well handicapped if that brings him back to his peak.

SYMBOL OF LIGHT was unlucky not to win at Kempton 6 weeks ago and can make amends off the same mark. Master Zoffany arrives on the back of a career-best win here so is next best ahead of Fantastic Fox, who wasn't seen to best effect when going for the hat-trick at Chelmsford.

Dear My Friend has a better chance than his form figures suggest but HELM ROCK is fancied to step up on his Chelmsford third.

15:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:50 Cheltenham NH Flat Race (Class 1) 14f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	8 1st (8) (7/2 +0%) Kel Du Large	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(8) Kel Du Large 7/2, Made a winning start to his career in a 15-runner bumper at Exeter (13f, soft) 69 days ago, with the reopposing Sorceleur 3¼ lengths back in third. Open to progress and merits respect. Won nicely at Exeter and the yard's inmates usually improve with experience.
2	3 2nd (3) (5/1 -11%) Dirty Den	5 5/1(-11%)	(3) Dirty Den 5/1, Winning start to his career at Huntingdon in November and ran well under a penalty at Hereford 3 weeks later. Hooded first time. Has the form to figure. Something to find on his Hereford form but going left-handed here could benefit him.
3	11 3rd (11) (13/2 -30%) Sorceleur	6.5 13/2(-30%)	(11) Sorceleur 13/2, 4/1, some encouragement when 3¼ lengths third of 15 to reopposing Kel Du Large on Exeter debut (13f, soft) in October. In the right hands to progress. Third to Kel Du Large at Exeter; could strip fitter for that and be all the wiser.
4	1 4th (1) (17/2 +39%) Authentic Legacy	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(1) Authentic Legacy 17/2, £85,000 Authorized gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including dual bumper winner Moonamacaroona. Interesting newcomer for a stable in very good form. £85,000 3yo; nice pedigree and makes debut with his yard in cracking form.
5th	2 5th (2) (14/1 -180%) Carved In Stone	14 14/1(-180%)	(2) Carved In Stone 14/1, Mastercraftsman gelding who built on his Ludlow debut fifth when seeing off 10 rivals at Doncaster (16.5f, good) a month ago, nicely on top at the finish under Brian Hughes. Won well at Doncaster but softer conditions this time are a cause for concern.
6th	4 6th (4) (15/2 +6%) Dodger Long	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(4) Dodger Long 15/2, Related to a couple of winners and has shown a fair level of ability making the frame on all 3 starts, 3 lengths second of 9 at Wincanton on latest. Cheekpieces go on. Improved second at Wincanton and could handle these conditions better than some.
7th	13 7th (13) (7/2 +56%) La Marquise	3.5 7/2(+56%)	(13) La Marquise 7/2, Had a bit in hand when winning on her debut at Stratford (2m, heavy, 5/1) at the start of November. Looks a likely type for this race. Looked good at Stratford and the runner-up was a clearcut winner at Ludlow in December.
8th	10 8th (10) (25/1 -56%) Night Stalker	25 25/1(-56%)	(10) Night Stalker 25/1, 17/2, third of 11 in bumper at Ludlow (2m, soft) on debut 53 days ago, well positioned. Improvement will be needed. Encouraging third at Ludlow but will have to step up in this deeper race.
9th	7 9th (7) (14/1 -75%) Kalif D'airy	14 14/1(-75%)	(7) Kalif D'airy 14/1, Authorized gelding. Half-brother to 2¼m/19f chase winner in France Jafar d'Airy. Authentic Legacy possibly the stable first string on jockey bookings but the betting will provide more clues. 68,000euros yearling; 3rd foal; half-brother to French 2m1f/2m3f chase winner Jafar D'Airy.
10th	5 10th (5) (33/1 +0%) Don Rafael	33 33/1(+0%)	(5) Don Rafael 33/1, 11/2, travelled well but didn't get home on very testing ground on his 17f Aintree debut 51 days ago. Has left John Butler. Potential improver over this shorter distance. Smart Flat pedigree; beaten 20l at Aintree but travelled well and drops in distance here.
12	12 \|PU\| (12) (33/1 -65%) Staff Sergeant Len	33 33/1(-65%)	(12) Staff Sergeant Len 33/1, Nutan gelding. Brother to fair hurdler Sergeant. Dam 7f/1m winner abroad. Stable likely has stronger claims elsewhere unless the betting hints otherwise. Brother to German 1m1f 2yo/1m2f Flat and GB 2m/2m1f hurdle winner Sergeant.

LTO Selection:

KEL DU LARGE created a big impression when making a winning debut at Exeter in October and the son of No Risk At All arguably sets the standard on the back of that performance. Carved In Stone may prove to be the main threat to the selection after his success at Doncaster a month ago, while Dirty Den and Sorceleur are just two others to note in what should turn out to be a well-contested bumper.

LA MARQUISE won well at Stratford and might prove the answer in receipt of weight from her male rivals. Fellow winners Dirty Den, Kel du Large and Carved In Stone head the dangers, while Authentic Legacy is a newcomer to keep a close eye on in the betting.

A few of these have chances but the French-bred filly LA MARQUISE looked a smart prospect at Stratford and that form has been franked.

15:50 Cheltenham NH Flat Race (Class 1) 14f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:55 Exeter NH Flat Race (Class 5) 17f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (8/11 +0%) Joyau Allen	0.727273 8/11(+0%)	(3) Joyau Allen 8/11, Muhtathir gelding. Brother to high-class hurdler/chaser Envoi Allen, and half-brother to 2 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/smart chaser Fighter Allen. Runner-up sole start in Irish points (Mar 5) and lots to like now making bumper debut for leading outfit. Brother to Champion bumper winner Envoi Allen and he's a big player on his rules debut.
2	5 2nd (5) (4/1 -14%) Saint Anapolino	4 4/1(-14%)	(5) Saint Anapolino 4/1, Successful on sole start in point bumper during the spring and showed something to work on when fifth at Wincanton (15.2f) in November. Can do better with that under his belt. Won a point bumper in March and he ran well on his rules debut at Wincanton; respected.
3	7 3rd (7) (18/1 -29%) Miss Hunky Dory	18 18/1(-29%)	(7) Miss Hunky Dory 18/1, £22,000 3-y-o, Clovis Du Berlais mare. Dam (b91), runner-up in bumpers, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/smart chaser (stays 3¼m) Mister Malarky. Yard 1-20 in bumpers in recent years and others look more likely types.
4	1 4th (1) (66/1 -100%) Bredon Hill Dart	66 66/1(-100%)	(1) Bredon Hill Dart 66/1, Dartmouth gelding. 100/1, hinted at ability when seventh of 11 in bumper at this C&D (heavy) on NH debut 19 days ago. However, will need to step up significantly on that if he's to feature here. 100-1 over C&D (soft) on recent debut and he finished a remote seventh of 11.
5th	2 5th (2) (25/1 +24%) Cold Steel	25 25/1(+24%)	(2) Cold Steel 25/1, Spider Flight gelding. Dam (b93) bumper winner. Likely outsider. Out of a bumper winner and he needs checking in market on debut.
6th	6 6th (6) (4/1 +38%) Valfortore	4 4/1(+38%)	(6) Valfortore 4/1, Olympic Glory gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including winner up to 1¾m Billy No Mates. Dam 1¾m-17f winner. Yard boast 21% strike rate in this sphere in last 5 seasons and he's respected with stable continuing in fine form. Plenty to like on paper and yard is 21% in bumpers in recent years.
7th	4 7th (4) (17/2 +6%) Park And Ride	8.5 17/2(+6%)	(4) Park And Ride 17/2, Walk In The Park gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler So Said I and fair staying hurdler/chaser My Lady Grey. Yard 0-7 with their runners in bumpers so far this campaign. Yard 1-27 in bumpers in recent seasons and he could be a longer-term prospect.
8th	8 8th (8) (100/1 -100%) Brief Encounter	100 100/1(-100%)	(8) Brief Encounter 100/1, Buck's Boum filly. Hooded, held back by inexperience when tenth of 11 in bumper at Ludlow (15.8f, soft, 80/1) on NH debut 53 days ago, dropping away under 2f out. This should reveal more. 80-1 for her Ludlow debut (2m, good to soft) in November and she finished tenth of 11.

LTO Selection:

A brother to the high-class Envoi Allen, JOYAU ALLEN could be a decent prospect for the Paul Nicholls stable and this looks like an ideal opportunity in a race that the same connections won last year. Saint Anapolino wasn't disgraced in fifth on his Rules debut at Wincanton in November and there should be improvement to come, while newcomer Park And Ride is related to several winners.

Runner-up on his sole start in Irish points, JOYAU ALLEN makes plenty of appeal starting out in this sphere for his powerful yard and could well be the way to go. Fellow newcomer Valfortore and Saint Anapolino can also feature.

This can go to JOYAU ALLEN, who is a brother to Envoi Allen and was a promising second in his sole Irish point.

15:55 Exeter NH Flat Race (Class 5) 17f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (11/2 -22%) Shades Of Summer	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(6) Shades Of Summer 11/2, 7/2, career best when winning 4-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 28 days ago, well positioned. Ought to be in the shake-up. Up just 2lb for 6f win last time; mixed record (1547) over 7f.
2	1 2nd (1) (2/1 -6%) Nine Tenths	2 2/1(-6%)	(1) Nine Tenths 2/1, Course winner. Two wins from 4 runs last year. Tongue strap on for 1st time, career best when winning 5-runner handicap (5/2) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 16 days ago. Player despite a 9 lb hike in the weights. Scored comfortably at Wolverhampton last month, taking AW record to 2-2.
3	4 3rd (4) (5/1 -43%) Wild Side	5 5/1(-43%)	(4) Wild Side 5/1, Four wins from 8 runs last year, signing off with a career best in 7-runner handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 4/1) 20 days ago. Expected to be bang there with that form having been franked. Won at Southwell last month, taking record to 4-10; respected up just 2lb.
4	2 4th (2) (50/1 -257%) Mqse De Maintenon	50 50/1(-257%)	(2) Mqse De Maintenon 50/1, 40/1, first run since leaving Fabrice Vermeulen when last of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) on UK debut 37 days ago. Needs a big step forward. Ex-French; last of seven at Lingfield on British debut; opposed.
5th	3 5th (3) (6/4 +40%) Julia Augusta	1.5 6/4(+40%)	(3) Julia Augusta 6/4, 7/2, creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 26 days ago. Down in trip. Makes tapeta debut and can make her presence felt. In-form filly but doesn't appear to be crying out for this drop to 7f.
6th	5 6th (5) (16/1 +52%) Jilly Cooper	16 16/1(+52%)	(5) Jilly Cooper 16/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2023. First run since leaving Charlie Johnston when below-par fifth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 28/1) 6 days ago. Back down in trip. Needs a couple of these to falter. Possibilities returned to her optimum distance on second run for new yard.
7th	8 7th (8) (40/1 +0%) Finery	40 40/1(+0%)	(8) Finery 40/1, 7/1, only fourth of 5 to Nine Tenths in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Sort to bounce back. Not sure what to expect in cheekpieces (replacing usual hood).
8th	7 8th (7) (28/1 +15%) Miss Bella Brand	28 28/1(+15%)	(7) Miss Bella Brand 28/1, Three wins from 12 runs last year. Latest win at Kempton in November. 3/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 19 days ago so needs to get back on track. In decent form at Kempton the last twice; this is a harder task.

LTO Selection:

Shades Of Summer and Wild Side both merit plenty of respect following recent victories but they need to improve again to win here, and top-weight NINE TENTHS may have their beating. The only course winner in the field, the daughter of Kodiac won by close to four lengths at Wolverhampton on her most recent outing and an added 9lb may not stop her following up.

WILD SIDE ended 2023 on an upward curve and she can strike quickly this year with the form of her recent Southwell success working out well. Nine Tenths rates a big threat though on the back of her own Wolverhampton victory last time out, with Julia Augusta another weighted to have a say in a competitive handicap.

Wild Side and Nine Tenths may well be capable of further progress. However, an interesting alternative is JILLY COOPER.

16:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (11/2 -38%) Blue Prince	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(6) Blue Prince 11/2, 10/3, career best when winning 8-runner nursery at Southwell (6.1f) 11 days ago, kept up to work. This is tougher but he can't be dismissed. Quickened smartly to win at Southwell 11 days ago (6f); 4lb higher but folly to discount.
2	1 2nd (1) (3/1 +10%) Sommelier	3 3/1(+10%)	(1) Sommelier 3/1, Won 8-runner event (1/6) at Kempton (6f) 42 days ago. Makes handicap debut now and he's a useful prospect. Fast-improving 3yo; bolted up in weak race latest; could well be more to come.
3	7 3rd (7) (14/1 -17%) Bazball	14 14/1(-17%)	(7) Bazball 14/1, Three wins from 13 runs last year. Latest win at Chester in September. Creditable second of 12 in nursery at Lingfield (7f, AW, 6/1) 26 days ago. Consistency hard to knock and she looked unlucky over C&D in November. Consistent filly with three 5f wins to her name in 2023; good 2nd over 7f latest; chance.
4	5 4th (5) (16/1 -100%) Harvanna	16 16/1(-100%)	(5) Harvanna 16/1, Progressive filly when last seen in the summer, defying a penalty at Yarmouth (5.2f, 9/4) in good style. She should have more to offer now handicapping on AW debut if all is well. Progressive over 5f last summer; unexposed but her absence is a concern; betting useful.
5th	4 5th (4) (7/1 +0%) Neapolitan	7 7/1(+0%)	(4) Neapolitan 7/1, Winner at Kempton in October. Good second of 7 in nursery (6/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 14 days ago. Should go well again. Progressive and conditions won't faze him but improvement will be needed to take this.
6th	8 6th (8) (25/1 -79%) Loaded Gun	25 25/1(-79%)	(8) Loaded Gun 25/1, Winner at Chester in July. Creditable 1¾ lengths third of 8 to Blue Prince in nursery at Southwell (6.1f, 11/1) 11 days ago. More needed. Third behind Blue Prince last time & may not reverse placings despite the revised weights.
7th	10 7th (10) (33/1 +0%) I'm Spartacus	33 33/1(+0%)	(10) I'm Spartacus 33/1, C&D winner. Fourth of 7 in nursery (22/1) at Kempton (6f) 26 days ago. Others more persuasive. C&D winner in October; mixed bag since and this looks tough from out of the weights.
8th	9 8th (9) (100/1 -150%) Callianassa	100 100/1(-150%)	(9) Callianassa 100/1, Fair maiden. 28/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, 6 lengths last of 8 to Blue Prince in nursery at Southwell (6.1f) 11 days ago. Hard to fancy. 0-10 and behind a few of these last time; out of the handicap and opposable.
9th	2 9th (2) (5/4 +50%) Brave Empire	1.25 5/4(+50%)	(2) Brave Empire 5/4, Won 13-runner event at Redcar (6f, good to firm, 6/5) in June. Off 6 months. Makes handicap debut. Open to more improvement for top yard if all is well and stall 10 could be in his favour. Impressed under a penalty at Redcar when last seen in June; absence a worry but promising.
10th	3 10th (3) (33/1 -106%) G'day Mate	33 33/1(-106%)	(3) G'day Mate 33/1, Lightly-raced winner. Sold from Mrs J. Harrington 50,000 gns in September. Makes handicap debut. 6f should suit but he returns in a tough race with improvement needed. Not sure he's well treated ahead of his stable debut and has to prove himself over 6f.

LTO Selection:

SOMMELIER has made quite the impression since being gelded and the way that he has won his last two outings gives the impression that a mark of 96 may underestimate him on his handicap debut. Brave Empire is returning from a 191-day break but he looked good when winning at Redcar last time and could be the main danger. Another to consider is Blue Prince.

A useful 3-y-o sprint handicap that can go to SOMMELIER who has won his last 2 starts in 6f AW events in good style and can improve further now handicapping. His race-fitness could count for plenty against the returning Brave Empire and Harvanna, who both look decent sprinting prospects if all is well.

Several unexposed runners of interest but BLUE PRINCE quickened smartly to win at Southwell last month and can go in again.

16:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (9/4 +75%) Albasheer	2.25 9/4(+75%)	(3) Albasheer 9/4, Dead-heated with Summerghand in valuable handicap at York in August. Respectable 2½ lengths third of 9 to Tacarib Bay in listed race (7/1) at this C&D 51 days ago. One to consider. Keen early and didn't get home having travelled like a dream here last time; contender.
2	7 2nd (7) (18/1 -29%) Fivethousandtoone	18 18/1(-29%)	(7) Fivethousandtoone 18/1, C&D winner. Creditable second of 7 in handicap (7/1) at Lingfield (7f, AW) 37 days ago, running on. Visor on 1st time. Not easy to win with but conditions suit and he's talented; new headgear given a go.
3	8 3rd (8) (15/2 +6%) Batal Dubai	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(8) Batal Dubai 15/2, C&D winner. 2/1, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 74 days ago, kept up to work. This is tougher up 5 lb. C&D winner; comfortably saw off 9 rivals at Chelmsford in October; still has potential.
4	13 4th (13) (20/1 +20%) The Turpinator	20 20/1(+20%)	(13) The Turpinator 20/1, Latest win here in December. 5/1, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at this course (7.1f) 4 days ago. 7f winner here 16 days ago but only midfield on Thursday; stiff task in this field.
5th	1 5th (1) (15/2 +17%) Tacarib Bay	7.5 15/2(+17%)	(1) Tacarib Bay 15/2, C&D winner in listed event in November. Sixth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f, 12/1) 18 days ago. Back down in trip. Lofty mark. 2-2 over 6f, including C&D Listed win in November; should have a big run in him.
6th	5 6th (5) (7/2 +0%) Brewing	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(5) Brewing 7/2, Promising type who is 4-5, posting career best when winning 10-runner C&D handicap (10/3) 51 days ago with a bit in hand. Unbeaten under this rider, will go on improving and leading claims. 4-5 and won with a degree of authority over C&D in Nov; highly likely there's more to come.
7th	9 7th (9) (5/1 +23%) Gisburn	5 5/1(+23%)	(9) Gisburn 5/1, Latest win at Goodwood in October. 5/1, creditable 1¼ lengths third of 10 to Brewing in handicap at this C&D 51 days ago, conceding first run. Merits consideration. Returned from a gelding op in fine form; should give it another good go.
8th	6 8th (6) (14/1 -40%) Pendleton	14 14/1(-40%)	(6) Pendleton 14/1, Two wins from 3 runs last year. Won 9-runner handicap at this C&D (13/2) 48 days ago. Unexposed on AW and can go well again up 3 lb. 2-3 for current yard and still has handicapping scope; 2-2 on AW, both over C&D; chance.
9th	4 9th (4) (50/1 -100%) Exalted Angel	50 50/1(-100%)	(4) Exalted Angel 50/1, Twenty three runs since last win in 2021. Sixth of 7 in handicap (13/2) at Southwell (5f) 11 days ago. Back up in trip. On a losing run & although he's run okay after a summer break, others have stronger claims.
10th	12 10th (12) (20/1 +0%) Admiral D	20 20/1(+0%)	(12) Admiral D 20/1, Ungenuine type. Scored at Kempton in November. 6/1, creditable third of 6 in handicap at this C&D 16 days ago, left poorly placed. Remains handicapped to win more races this winter if he can apply himself fully. Hold-up sprinter who ended losing run at Kempton in November; solid third over C&D latest.
11th	2 11th (2) (25/1 -108%) Summerghand	25 25/1(-108%)	(2) Summerghand 25/1, Dead-heated with Albasheer at York in August. Fourth of 6 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 10/1) 12 days ago. Timeless veteran who is 2lb lower than when dead-heating at York in August; respected.
12th	10 12th (10) (14/1 -133%) Way To Dubai	14 14/1(-133%)	(10) Way To Dubai 14/1, Second of 11 in handicap (9/1) at Lingfield (6f, AW) 19 days ago, caught further back than ideal. Unexposed over 6f and one to be interested in. Unexposed as a sprinter; came wide at Lingfield latest; stiffer test at 6f should suit.
13th	11 13th (11) (50/1 -213%) Kitai	50 50/1(-213%)	(11) Kitai 50/1, Latest win at Pontefract in July. Eighth of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.2f, good to soft, 17/2) 77 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. First run for yard after leaving Charlie Johnston. Could be interesting for new yard. Of interest on 2023 best but this looks a warm race for her first start for Mick Appleby.

LTO Selection:

BREWING won a similar contest to this over C&D in November and that maintained his unbeaten record at this venue. William Haggas' charge remains thoroughly unexposed and is narrowly preferred to Gisburn, who was third in that contest, as well as the consistent but slightly frustrating Fivethousandtoone in a first-time visor. Completing the shortlist are the likes of Albasheer, Batal Dubai and Pendleton.

BREWING looks better than a handicapper and is hard to get away from for all this is a hot sprint. Albasheer, Pendleton and Gisburn are just three of the potential threats.

Albasheer can go well back in handicap company but the progressive BREWING could still have his nose in front of the handicapper.

17:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 2) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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