1 Tuesday 12th March 2024 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

There were 28 Races on Tuesday 12th March 2024 across 4 meetings. There was 7 races at Cheltenham, 6 races at Sedgefield, 7 races at Newcastle, 8 races at Southwell, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

13:30 Cheltenham Novices Hurdle (Class 1) 16f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (9) (7/2 +50%) Slade Steel	7/2(+50%)	(9) Slade Steel 7/2, Point/bumper winner who has made a promising start over hurdles, digging deep to land 2½m Grade 2 at Navan in December. Found only the potentially exceptional Ballyburn too good back at 2m in Grade 1 at Leopardstown last time and open to further improvement. One to take very seriously. May ideally need a return to 2m4f but he's progressive and a big player on form.
2 2nd (8) (10/3 -11%) Mystical Power	10/3(-11%)	(8) Mystical Power 10/3, Out of top-class hurdler Annie Power and has looked a very good prospect in 3 runs so far, showing a striking turn of foot to maintain his unbeaten record in Grade 2 Moscow Flyer Novices' Hurdle at Punchestown (16.7f) 58 days ago. More to come and needs taking very seriously. Hood on for 1st time. Out of Annie Power; has duly made a big splash and looks a Grade 1 winner in waiting.
3 3rd (3) (11/2 -38%) Firefox	11/2(-38%)	(3) Firefox 11/2, Useful, 3-time bumper winner who impressed on all fronts when beating Ballyburn by 2½ lengths back over hurdles at Fairyhouse (2m) in December. Had winning streak ended without obvious excuses up in grade at Naas (20f) but it's still early days as a hurdler and return to 2m could suit. Could well resume his good progress back down in distance; remains of strong interest.
4 4th (1) (16/1 +36%) Asian Master	16/1(+36%)	(1) Asian Master 16/1, Looked a useful prospect on first run since leaving A. G. Costello after 8 months off when winning 15-runner maiden at Thurles (15.9f, good to soft) on hurdles bow in December. Jumped soundly when following up at Navan (2m) subsequently but yard seemingly has stronger claims elsewhere. 2-2 for new stable; promising sort but his amateur rider cannot utilise 7lb claim.
5th 5th (7) (18/1 -50%) Mistergif	18/1(-50%)	(7) Mistergif 18/1, Just fair form in a couple of outings in France but looked a totally different proposition starting out for new connections after 11 months off when making all in impressive fashion in 2m Limerick maiden. The opposition was nothing to write home about, but he looks sure to go on to better things. Recorded a wide-margin win at Limerick on debut for Willie Mullins; interesting prospect.
6th 6th (2) (28/1 +44%) Favour And Fortune	28/1(+44%)	(2) Favour And Fortune 28/1, Dual bumper winner who had no problem landing the odds on his first 2 starts over hurdles and took another step forward when runner-up in the Grade 1 Formby at Aintree on Boxing Day. Ran to a similar level in defeat in a small-field listed event at Exeter since but more needed back up in class. Consistent but has something to find and needs to jump more proficiently than last time.
7th 7th (10) (66/1 +34%) Supersundae	66/1(+34%)	(10) Supersundae 66/1, Improved on debut form when second of 14 in 4-y-o event at Compiegne in April 2023. Has since joined Willie Mullins but faces a mighty task after 11 months off. Ex-French 5yo who has loads to find on bare figures; debut for Willie Mullins.
8th 8th (12) (11/4 +31%) Tullyhill	11/4(+31%)	(12) Tullyhill 11/4, Smart bumper performer. Turned over at short odds on hurdle debut but most progressive since, jumping better than previously when following up his Naas maiden win in dominant fashion in 8-runner listed event at Punchestown (15.9f) 23 days ago. Better still to come. Impressive all-the-way wins the last twice, latest in Listed event; leading contender.
9th 9th (6) (150/1 -50%) Kings Hill	150/1(-50%)	(6) Kings Hill 150/1, Didn't need to improve to get off the mark at the third time of asking in a 12-runner maiden at Thurles (15.6f, soft) 28 days ago, pushed out. This is a whole different ball game and will almost certainly be outclassed. Justified favouritism at Thurles four weeks ago but that form is nothing special.
10th 10th (11) (14/1 +30%) Tellherthename	14/1(+30%)	(11) Tellherthename 14/1, Promising 5-y-o for an in-form yard who was back to looking the bright prospect he had on his first 2 starts when landing a 6-runner novice at Huntingdon (15.8f) in January, still sprinting passing line. Remains capable of better and well worth another chance at this level. Gained his Huntingdon wins from the front; may find it harder to dominate in this field.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (5) (11/1 -38%) Jeriko Du Reponet	11/1(-38%)	(5) Jeriko Du Reponet 11/1, Successful on his only start in points and has won all 3 starts over hurdles in the manner of a smart prospect, including when responding well to see off a subsequent winner in the Grade 2 Rossington Main Novices' Hurdle at Doncaster (16.6f, good) last time. Has considerably more to offer. Unbeaten; form of latest win has been franked; the pick of the British contenders.

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13:30 Cheltenham Novices Hurdle (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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In a week where he is chasing down 100 Festival winners, trainer Willie Mullins can get off to the best possible start with the unbeaten five-year-old MYSTICAL POWER. Bred in the purple being a son of Galileo out of Champion Hurdle winning mare Annie Power, the way he put distance between himself and his rivals in the Moscow Flyer at Punchestown in January was impressive and there should be plenty more improvement to come. Stablemate Tullyhill has improved with each start this season and his most recent display at Punchestown was of a high standard, though he will need to brush up on his jumping if he is to be seriously involved at the finish. A major disappointment in the Lawlor's Of Naas Hurdle over further last time, Firefox is expected to be much more at home over this trip and the form of his Fairyhouse success over Ballyburn in December looks very strong. The same can be said of Slade Steel, who was runner-up to that same rival at the Dublin Racing Festival but he may be better over further. A trainer that needs no introduction when it comes to this contest, Nicky Henderson is represented by the talented Jeriko Du Reponet, who may have a bit to find in terms of form but should be well suited by the fast-run nature of this contest.

SLADE STEEL may have lost his unbeaten record over hurdles at Leopardstown last month, but he bumped into a potentially exceptional novice in Ballyburn (short-priced favourite for the Gallagher) and is fancied to give that form a major boost by taking the curtain raiser. Tullyhill booked his spot for this with a dominant display at Punchestown and, with the timefigure supporting the performance, he requires the utmost respect, while his stablemates Mystical Power and Mistergif add further spice.

Being superbly bred and open to any amount of further progress, MYSTICAL POWER has very strong claims. Tullyhill is second choice.

13:50 Sedgefield Novices Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (3) (8/13 +81%) Tedtwo	8/13(+81%)	(3) Tedtwo 8/13, Promising sort who won a Ffos Las novice hurdle for Kerry Lee in December and has acquitted himself well in both starts for new yard, latest when second of 9 at Kelso (16.2f, soft) 25 days ago. Not taken lightly. Ffos Las winner on heavy in December for Kerry Lee; two fair efforts since; should go well.
2 2nd (1) (15/8 +6%) Recoup	15/8(+6%)	(1) Recoup 15/8, Fairly useful Flat winner in France who made the perfect start to his hurdling career for new yard when taking novice at Ludlow (15.8f) in October. Nowhere near that form at Musselburgh last month but had a wind operation since and may well bounce back. Cheekpieces on first time. Ex-French Flat winner; useful effort when winning on stable debut; headgear tried; chance.
3 3rd (10) (7/1 -17%) Vanilla Dancer	7/1(-17%)	(10) Vanilla Dancer 7/1, Progressive in bumpers, scoring here in December, and not disgraced when fourth of 9 in novice at Newcastle (16.9f, heavy, 10/3) on hurdles bow 26 days ago. Each-way claims. C&D bumper winner; promising fourth in a mares' maiden on hurdles debut; each-way chance.
4 4th (4) (40/1 -344%) Bingo Little	40/1(-344%)	(4) Bingo Little 40/1, Folded tamely in a bumper/all 3 starts over hurdles and is best watched. Fair bumper run on debut; disappointing over hurdles (bled last time); others stronger.
5th 5th (7) (150/1 -355%) Not Now Tayto	150/1(-355%)	(7) Not Now Tayto 150/1, Made frame both starts in Irish points but finished well held so far in this sphere. Looks one for handicaps down the line. Runner-up in an Irish point, but two modest efforts over hurdles; looks one for handicaps.
6th 6th (9) (50/1 -213%) Vallamorey	50/1(-213%)	(9) Vallamorey 50/1, Fair Flat winner at her best for Chris Fairhurst but beaten a long way out on Catterick hurdles debut in January, 1m2f Flat winner in 2023; jumped moderately on hurdles debut; best watched for now.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (6) (100/1 -203%) Hope Hill	100/1(-203%)	(6) Hope Hill 100/1, Well beaten in bumpers and offered little on hurdles debut at Southwell last month. Hasn't shown a great deal, including on hurdles debut last time; best watched for now.

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13:50 Sedgefield Novices Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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RECOUP won on his hurdling debut at Ludlow in October but failed to build on that when well beaten at Musselburgh last month. However, with the benefit of a subsequent wind operation and application of first-time cheekpieces, the five-year-old can be expected to bounce back. Tedtwo has been knocking on the door of late and is likely to be in the mix once again, while Graze On Phoenix competes the shortlist.

Ludlow-scorer RECOUP has had a breathing operation since his disappointing effort at Musselburgh last month and can get back on the winning trail. Tedtwo is feared most.

The vote goes RECOUP who is tried in cheekpieces after a disappointing run last time having shown quite useful form on his debut.

14:10 Cheltenham Maiden Chase (Class 1) 16f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (3) (2/1 +50%) Gaelic Warrior	2/1(+50%)	(3) Gaelic Warrior 2/1, Runner-up over hurdles at last 2 Festivals. Comfortably accounted for Il Etait Temps when making it 2-2 over fences at Limerick over Christmas and can't have been right when flopping at the Dublin Racing Festival (20 lengths down when unseating last). Hooded first time. Townend keeps the faith. Enigmatic but hugely talented; the one to beat if putting everything together at 2m.
2 2nd (2) (13/2 -30%) Found A Fifty	13/2(-30%)	(2) Found A Fifty 13/2, Saw off My Mate Mozzie by 1½ lengths to win a 2m Leopardstown Grade 1 novice over Christmas and at least matched that form when going down by only a neck to Il Etait Temps at the Dublin Racing Festival there last month. Player. Front-runner; second to Il Etait Temps in Irish Arkle; should make another bold bid.
3 3rd (5) (7/2 +30%) Il Etait Temps	7/2(+30%)	(5) Il Etait Temps 7/2, Couldn't live with stablemate Gaelic Warrior at Limerick (19.5f, heavy) over Christmas but firmly back on the up returned to shorter when producing a gutsy display to edge out Found A Fifty by a neck in the Irish Arkle at Leopardstown (17f, soft) last month. Should go well. Has taken well to fences; solid chance on form but below par at the last two Festivals.
4 4th (8) (22/1 +12%) Matata	22/1(+12%)	(8) Matata 22/1, Headstrong sort who impressed when successful on return/chase debut at Ffos Las (2m) in October. Good runner-up efforts both starts since, latterly to Jpr One in a Grade 2 at Lingfield (2m, good to soft). Bit to find at this level. Free-going front-runner who looks a tricky ride; beaten last twice but cannot be ruled out.
5th 5th (4) (15/2 -25%) Hunters Yarn	15/2(-25%)	(4) Hunters Yarn 15/2, Smart winning hurdler. Would have gone in at the first time of asking over fences but for falling at the last in a Fairyhouse maiden in December and made no mistake in another maiden back there since. His lack of chase experience is a slight concern but he looks highly talented. Unexposed chaser; lots in hand at Fairyhouse; another personal best is on the cards.
6th 6th (9) (25/1 -150%) My Mate Mozzie	25/1(-150%)	(9) My Mate Mozzie 25/1, Won a 4-runner C&D novice in October. Much better form when 1½ lengths second of 4 to Found A Fifty in 2m Leopardstown Grade 1 over Christmas. Kept fresh for this since. Has cheekpieces added to his tongue tie. C&D winner before chasing home Found A Fifty at Leopardstown; still going the right way.
7th 7th (6) (16/1 -100%) Jpr One	16/1(-100%)	(6) Jpr One 16/1, Looked set to win a Grade 2 over C&D when unseating at the last in November. Not in quite the same form when third in the Henry VIII at Sandown the following month but back on the up when accounting for Matata in a Lingfield Grade 2 6 weeks later. More will be needed to trouble the Irish. Back on track with Grade 2 win last time; doesn't have much to find on the figures.
8th 8th (10) (11/2 +21%) Quilixios	11/2(+21%)	(10) Quilixios 11/2, Won Triumph at 2021 Festival. Drew a blank over hurdles the following season but he's 2-3 over fences since returning from an absence, proving suited by the drop back to 2m (failed to stay 3m at Punchestown in November) when making all in Naas novice in January. There's more to come from him. 2021 Triumph winner; cosy scorer at Naas in January; open to further progress over fences.
\|F\| \|F\| (7) (22/1 +12%) Master Chewy	22/1(+12%)	(7) Master Chewy 22/1, Much improved since switching to chasing, scoring on his debut at Aintree and back to winning ways in 4-runner Kempton Grade 2 (2m, good to soft) over Christmas. Being hampered at the first provides an excuse for his below-form fourth to Jpr One at Lingfield since. More needed. Grade 2 Kempton win; excuse latest; still has potential and can seriously outrun his odds.
\|F\| \|F\| (1) (100/1 +0%) Authorised Speed	100/1(+0%)	(1) Authorised Speed 100/1, Useful hurdler who would surely have made a winning start over fences but for departing 2 out on Ascot reappearance in December. Jumped poorly at Plumpton next time, though, and surely biting off more than he can chew at this level. Let down by jumping in his two goes over fences; would be a surprise winner.

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14:10 Cheltenham Maiden Chase (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Seven of the last 10 renewals of this race have been won by the market leader, which bodes well for long-time ante-post fancy Gaelic Warrior, even though his trainer Willie Mullins has gone on record to say that Cheltenham isn't exactly the ideal venue for this high-class six-year-old. Nevertheless, it is possible dropping back in trip and the addition of a first-time hood will help the son of Maxios cope with going left-handed again, so he is a must for the shortlist, despite a lacklustre effort when unseating Paul Townend at the final fence in match-race with leading Brown Advisory fancy Fact To File in the Ladbroke at Leopardstown 37 days ago. However, as ever, Mullins, who has landed this race five times over the last decade, has a wealth of talent at his disposal and can strike again with IL ETAIT TEMPS, whose record over fences fits the profile of previous winners. The selection is very much on an upwards trajectory and can turnaround last December's Limerick form with Gaelic Warrior over shorter this trip. Found A Fifty was only a neck behind the selection when they clashed in the Irish Arkle last month and has to be feared on that basis. JPR One and Matata rate the pick of the home-trained contingent.

Although HUNTERS YARN lacks chase experience he was impressive when coasting home in a Fairyhouse maiden last time and the same trainer's Duc des Genievres took this in 2019 having won only a maiden before. The selection's stablemates Gaelic Warrior, who can't have been right last time, and Il Etait Temps have more established credentials having already tasted Grade 1 success over fences and head the dangers along with Found A Fifty.

Gaelic Warrior is greatly feared but in a more open Arkle than usual the suggestion is MASTER CHEWY who can record a personal best.

14:30 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(5) (22/1 -238%) Boot 'n' Shoe	22/1(-238%)	(5) Boot 'n' Shoe 22/1, Reached the frame in a couple of AW bumpers early-2022 but hasn't threatened in a handful of appearances at around 2m over hurdles. Up the upside, he makes his handicap debut off a realistic mark and it'll be interesting to see how he shapes up in the betting. Tongue strap applied. Hasn't show much over hurdles but his 2022 bumper form offers hope; handicap debut.
1 1st (6) (7/4 +65%) Plaisir Des Flos	7/4(+65%)	(6) Plaisir Des Flos 7/4, Showed only modest form in bumpers for Thomas Gallagher and beaten a long way in 3 starts over hurdles for new yard in recent weeks. Big step forward needed now upped in trip for this handicap debut. Unable to land a significant blow in novice/maiden hurdles; may do better in handicaps.
2 2nd (10) (16/1 +36%) Boyneside	16/1(+36%)	(10) Boyneside 16/1, Handicap debut third of 7 at Carlisle in December represented a step in the right direction but he failed to repeat that at Carlisle next time. Opposable. Respectable third in modest race on handicap debut but tailed off since.
3 3rd (7) (10/1 +38%) Hubbel Bubbel	10/1(+38%)	(7) Hubbel Bubbel 10/1, Showed glimmers of ability in maiden/novice company but improvement wasn't forthcoming when fourth on his first start in a handicap at Catterick. Still unexposed, but made nothing better than a respectable handicap debut last month.
4 4th (3) (3/1 -20%) Everyonesacritic	3/1(-20%)	(3) Everyonesacritic 3/1, Fetched £40,000 after winning sole start in Irish points and duly left the form of his 3 qualifying runs well behind when making a successful handicap debut with cheekpieces added at Musselburgh (19.8f, soft). 5 lb rise fair enough and he should have more to offer. Scored on last month's handicap debut and could easily have more to offer.
5th 5th (11) (25/1 -56%) Robin Goodfellow	25/1(-56%)	(11) Robin Goodfellow 25/1, Maiden hurdler who has made the frame on 2 of his last 3 starts here (both at 16.8f) but he didn't shape particularly well on first crack at this trip over C&D on penultimate start. Tongue strap added on this debut for new yard. 100-1 third here in November but not in same form on either start since; now with new yard.
6th 6th (8) (7/1 +13%) Feach Amach	7/1(+13%)	(8) Feach Amach 7/1, Fair maiden on the Flat for Jim Bolger and improved plenty on opening hurdles exploits when landing a juvenile event here (16.8f, heavy) in November. Hasn't built on that in 3 subsequent starts, though, and she looks vulnerable once more. 2m1f course winner in November and returns here after respectable 2m3f handicap run.
7th 7th (4) (14/1 -17%) Milajess	14/1(-17%)	(4) Milajess 14/1, Some decent bits and pieces of form for Michael Griffin in Ireland and bettered previous efforts for this yard when third of 13 on penultimate start at Musselburgh (15.7f, soft). However, she was too free at Catterick next time and this step back up in trip is of dubious benefit. 0-14 over hurdles and more exposed than most but made the frame on last two outings.
8th 8th (1) (66/1 -371%) Gold Ring	66/1(-371%)	(1) Gold Ring 66/1, Dual winner of low-grade staying handicaps on the Flat. Hasn't troubled the judge in maiden/novice company and while it's possible that he'll do better now pitched into a handicap in this sphere, improvement is certainly needed. Low-grade Flat winner; ran well for a long way in 2m1f course maiden hurdle last month.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (2) (8/1 -33%) Endofconversation	8/1(-33%)	(2) Endofconversation 8/1, Well held in a 2-finisher point and hasn't offered much in 3 starts over hurdles to date. That said, he wasn't given a hard time when seventh in this headgear combination here (16.8f, heavy) last month and appeals as the type to do better now handicapping. Displayed minor promise in recent C&D maiden; open to improvement in handicaps.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (12) (20/1 +60%) Call Me Sainte	20/1(+60%)	(12) Call Me Sainte 20/1, Little form in a bumper/over hurdles to date and she's 6 lb 'wrong' at the weights. Has struggled to get seriously competitive off lowly marks in handicaps this season.

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14:30 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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EVERYONESACRITIC put in a career-best effort when winning on his handicap debut over 2m4f at Musselburgh last month. With more improvement likely, a 5lb rise may vastly underestimate the unexposed five-year-old. Celestial Fashion may have to settle for the runner-up position once again, although she should not be underestimated. The rest all have questions to answer but Milajess appears to be the pick of them.

There may well be more to come from EVERYONESACRITIC, who made a winning handicap debut at Musselburgh and this 5 lb higher mark should be within his reach. Boot 'N' Shoe is of interest now switched to handicap company and he is next on the list ahead of potential improver Endofconversation. Celestial Fashion has solid form claims judged on her second-placed finishes here the last twice but this step back up in trip poses a serious question.

A few of these are very unexposed but EVERYONESACRITIC made a winning handicap debut last month and gets the nod.

14:50 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 25f - 21 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (17) (6/1 +25%) Chianti Classico	6/1(+25%)	(17) Chianti Classico 6/1, Won first 3 starts over hurdles last season before outclassed in Albert Bartlett at this meeting. Resumed winning ways/progress on chase bow at Chepstow on return before following up in 3-runner event at Ascot. Beaten only by a course specialist at Kempton since and remains of interest. 3-4 over hurdles; has looked the part since chasing over 2m7f-3m; likely type for this.
2 2nd (16) (28/1 -40%) Twig	28/1(-40%)	(16) Twig 28/1, Enhanced his good strike in the Summer Cup at Uttoxeter (26f) in July. Excellent second of 13 over C&D in October but seemingly found out in better company at Newbury since. Has course form over hurdles and C&D; well held in big 3m2f Newbury handicap in December.
3 3rd (7) (6/1 -20%) Meetingofthewaters	6/1(-20%)	(7) Meetingofthewaters 6/1, Relished the increased emphasis on stamina when winning 27-runner listed handicap chase at Leopardstown (24.4f, heavy, 6/1) just after Christmas, forging clear. Hampered when unseated rider at the first there since and well worth another chance. Won last 2 completions over fences, powerful display over 3m on soft latest; more to come.
4 4th (21) (25/1 -25%) Famous Bridge	25/1(-25%)	(21) Famous Bridge 25/1, Winner of 2 handicap chases over 25.5f at Haydock this winter, latterly the Tommy Whittle on heavy ground. However, let down by jumping both starts since, which isn't an ideal prep for this. Three best chase wins at 3m1f on soft and heavy; step up in class asks more of him.
5th 5th (6) (9/2 +25%) The Goffer	9/2(+25%)	(6) The Goffer 9/2, Took well to fences last season, winning twice before a career-best fourth (beaten over 10 lengths) of 23 in very strong renewal of this race off 2 lb higher. Just respectable efforts at best this term but this has likely been the target, so big run expected. Won charity race at Punchestown 18 Feb. Cracking 4th in this last year (soft); looks primed for another good run off 5lb lower.
6th 6th (22) (11/1 +31%) Weveallbeencaught	11/1(+31%)	(22) Weveallbeencaught 11/1, Useful winning hurdler who shaped with promise on his chase debut here on return but hasn't kicked on, proving a big disappointment on handicap bow here in December. Tongue strap on 1st time. Well held on handicap debut here latest but in the picture on early 3m chase form.
7th 7th (10) (40/1 -21%) Kitty's Light	40/1(-21%)	(10) Kitty's Light 40/1, Most likeable staying chaser who signed off last season by landing an exceptional hat-trick, winning the Eider Chase, Scottish National and bet365 Gold Cup. Low-key efforts in 4 outings this term (3 hurdle, 1 chase) but no surprise to see him bounce back after a break. Tongue strap back on. Carried all before him in staying chases last spring; has more to prove on recent runs.
8th 8th (8) (40/1 +20%) Chambard	40/1(+20%)	(8) Chambard 40/1, Ended 2021/22 campaign with success in the Kim Muir here off 12 lb lower. Hard to predict since but back on song with win in Becher at Aintree in December. No show next 2 starts, however, and others look better treated. Won 3m2f Kim Muir here in 2022; has had a good winter but on a high mark now.
\|F\| \|F\| (15) (5/1 +64%) Trelawne	5/1(+64%)	(15) Trelawne 5/1, Winner of 3 of his 4 starts over hurdles and immediately improved on that form as he made a successful debut over fences after 8 months off at Carlisle (2½m, soft) in November. Good efforts in defeat since and step up in trip should suit, though all 4 of his chase starts have come in small fields. Won 2m7f hurdle last spring; strong chase form at about 2m4f; the step up in trip can suit.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (4) (15/2 +25%) Stumptown	15/2(+25%)	(4) Stumptown 15/2, Successful in handicaps at Thurles/Sandown prior to a fine second in the Kim Muir 12 months ago. Resumed progress in first-time blinkers when scoring over this trip on the New Course here on New Year's Day so must be respected. Runner-up in 3m2f Kim Muir last March; quiet spell ended with blinkers fitted last time.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (5) (16/1 +0%) Monbeg Genius	16/1(+0%)	(5) Monbeg Genius 16/1, Highly progressive over fences last season, winning 3 handicaps before ending campaign with an excellent third in this off 7 lb lower. Undone by a bad mistake at Ascot on return before good third in Coral Gold Cup at Newbury. Disappointed at Kelso 10 days ago, however, and headgear now applied. Particularly strong handicap form when 3rd in this race last year but very mixed since.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (13) (16/1 +20%) Victtorino	16/1(+20%)	(13) Victtorino 16/1, Ex-French chaser who has upped his game significantly since joining Venetia Williams, landing back-to-back Ascot handicaps in November/December. Better than he showed here next time before decent fourth at Ascot, though mid-race mistakes hindered his chance. Won first 2 chases in Britain over 3m at Ascot, but one-paced 4th back there latest.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (12) (22/1 +33%) Eklat De Rire	22/1(+33%)	(12) Eklat De Rire 22/1, Lightly raced since unseating in Brown Advisory here 3 years ago. However, left belated return well behind when second of 4 at Fairyhouse last month and potentially on a good mark if building on that (Grade 3 winner as a novice). Smart chaser earlier in career; sparingly raced now but more promise latest start.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (1) (25/1 -25%) Eldorado Allen	25/1(-25%)	(1) Eldorado Allen 25/1, Very smart chaser who ran a cracker when fourth in Coral Gold Cup at Newbury, staying on gradually from 4 out. Disappointed back over hurdles next time but remains of interest back in this sphere with yard going well. Headgear refitted. Second in the 2021 Arkle and third in the 2022 Ryanair; had wind op since latest start.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (19) (25/1 +38%) Lord Du Mesnil	25/1(+38%)	(19) Lord Du Mesnil 25/1, Over 3 years since he was last successful but he's been generally consistent, shaping as if still in form when fourth in veterans event at Exeter last time. Likely to find this too competitive, however. Has run some good races on this track but losing run goes back 3 years; others more likely.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (9) (33/1 -32%) Minella Crooner	33/1(-32%)	(9) Minella Crooner 33/1, Useful chaser who made a winning return in 4-runner listed chase at Wexford. However, has failed to kick on since and his rather ponderous jumping is another negative. Out of sorts at this meeting last year; below best either side of good 2m7f run in January.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (20) (33/1 -32%) Excello	33/1(-32%)	(20) Excello 33/1, Useful form over hurdles and fences at up to 2¾m in France. Only third in novice hurdle for new yard in November but different proposition back chasing when winning a graduation event in decisive fashion at Ascot (21f, good). However, struggled in a Premier Handicap here next time. Up in trip. Good 2m5f winner for new yard in December; well held on h'cap debut here since; new trip.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (14) (40/1 -21%) Busselton	40/1(-21%)	(14) Busselton 40/1, Kerry National winner last season and best effort since when 12½ lengths sixth of 27 to Meetingofthewaters in handicap chase at Leopardstown (24.4f, heavy) over Christmas. Had little go right there since and not without hope. Has run creditably in various competitive races but rarely at his best in last 12 months.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (11) (40/1 +0%) Gevrey	40/1(+0%)	(11) Gevrey 40/1, Better than ever when winning Munster National at Limerick in October. However, found his run of good form coming to an abrupt halt at Navan next time and ran just as bad at Gowran since, so has a bit to prove all of a sudden. In frame in the Plate (2m4f) and Irish National (3m5f) last spring; pulled up last twice.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (2) (50/1 -52%) Run Wild Fred	50/1(-52%)	(2) Run Wild Fred 50/1, Patchy form since runner-up in the National Hunt Challenge Cup here 2 years ago, though more positive signs until brought down at Fairyhouse last month. Not impossible. One chase win from 19 attempts; well below best twice before brought down latest.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (3) (50/1 -25%) Highland Hunter	50/1(-25%)	(3) Highland Hunter 50/1, Thorough stayer who made encouraging return from 21 months off when second on yard debut at Kelso in October. Easy to forgive next 2 starts and he looked better than ever when resuming winning ways in veterans event at Newbury 10 days ago. Penalised for that and this much harder. Stout stayer; impressed over 3m2f on heavy latest but now back to career-high mark.

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14:50 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 25f Race Class Flow

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

A contest that has become a UK benefit over the years with Ireland having only won it twice since 2000, most recently with Dun Doire in 2006, but their challenge appears to be much stronger than usual, headed by Paddy Power Chase winner MEETINGOFTHEWATERS. A slow burner initially over fences, he followed up a beginners chase success at Cork to land that valuable prize at Leopardstown over Christmas before an unlucky first-fence unseat at the Dublin Racing Festival. Willie Mullins is yet to win a handicap chase at the meeting, but the fact his charge still remains unexposed over 3m, along with having conditions to suit, gives him every chance of taking another step forward. The Goffer (fourth) was held by Monbeg Genius (third) in a vintage renewal of this race 12 months ago, finishing behind the Gold Cup-bound Corach Rambler and Fastorslow. It wouldn't be a surprise to see the form reversed, especially given the latter's disappointing recent Kelso effort. Stumptown returned to his best here on New Year's Day when beating a progressive type of Jonjo O'Neill's and is respected off a 6lb higher mark. Of the English contenders, Kim Bailey saddles a pair of interesting runners in Chianti Classico, twice a winner over fences, and Trelawne, who has the services of Harry Cobden, but the pair need to prove themselves in a much bigger field than they are usually accustomed to.

One of the few races Britain has dominated but the Irish look to hold the upper hand this time, their challenge headed by THE GOFFER, who was an excellent fourth in this last year when only a 6-y-o and looks to have been campaigned with this race in mind. Progressive pair Meetingofthewaters and Stumptown make the shortlist, while Chianti Classico makes the most appeal from the home team.

Meetingofthewaters is respected but THE GOFFER can improve on his excellent fourth in an outstanding running of this race last year.

15:10 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 5) 17f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (7) (11/2 -38%) Hokelami	11/2(-38%)	(7) Hokelami 11/2, Left chase debut well behind when landing a 6-runner handicap at Market Rasen with a tongue strap enlisted in January. Couldn't replicate that at Catterick next time, though, and he's opposable on balance. Won off 4lb lower in January, but well beaten last time (2m3f); others stronger.
2 2nd (3) (6/1 +8%) Templier	6/1(+8%)	(3) Templier 6/1, Hit the ground running back from 9 months off when landing 5-runner Fakenham handicap (16.3f, good to soft) in November. Followed that with a couple of solid efforts in defeat and, though below par at Newcastle last time, he will be a threat if able to bounce back. Won this off 15lb lower in 2023; some decent form this term (below-par latest); chance.
3 3rd (2) (4/1 -60%) Six One Nine	4/1(-60%)	(2) Six One Nine 4/1, Has enhanced his good record at Newcastle by winning 16.3f handicaps there on his last 2 starts. More will be needed if he's to complete the hat-trick having gone up a total of 11 lb but couldn't rule out all the same. Three sound runs this winter, winning at Newcastle last twice; up 12lb; should go well.
4 4th (5) (3/1 +40%) Blue Bear	3/1(+40%)	(5) Blue Bear 3/1, Has raised his game the last twice, finishing third in the Newcastle handicap won by Six One Nine at the end of January prior a decisive breakthrough success over this C&D (heavy) 18 days ago. Up 6 lb but likely he'll be competitive again granted another good round of jumping. Off the mark over fences here last time; more needed to turn the tables on Six One Nine.
5th 5th (4) (16/5 +20%) Gambie Tiep	16/5(+20%)	(4) Gambie Tiep 16/5, Four-time winner for this yard in 2023, the latest an all-the-way success at Bangor (17.3f, soft) in October. Not at his best in 2 subsequent starts but was returning from a 3-month break at Ffos Las last time and will be a big player if on-song. Cheekpieces added. Gone up 21lb for 4 wins this term; below-par last twice; headgear now tried; not out of it.
6th 6th (1) (7/1 +7%) Rocco Storm	7/1(+7%)	(1) Rocco Storm 7/1, Resumed winning ways over C&D in October and fair third at Ayr last time, despite an error-strewn round of jumping. Down 2 lb and he's not without each-way hope. C&D winner in October; good runs in two better races since; chance now back down in grade.
7th 7th (6) (66/1 -313%) Getaway Jewel	66/1(-313%)	(6) Getaway Jewel 66/1, Back down to the mark off which he was a ready winner of 2m Southwell handicap last summer but that, like the majority of his best form, was on ground faster than is forecast here. Furthermore, he didn't show much when returning from a break at Catterick a fortnight ago. All wins have been on good so today's conditions not ideal (well beaten on soft last time).

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15:10 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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

SIX ONE NINE arrives here on the back of two impressive victories at Newcastle in recent months and even a 7lb rise for the latest of those wins may not be enough to stop him now. That said, Blue Bear won well last time and remains open to improvement, while Rocco Storm and Templier also make the shortlist.

In the hope that the first-time cheekpieces help give him a lift, GAMBIE TIEP earns the vote in this open-looking contest. Presumably the lack of match-fitness was a significant contributor to his heavy defeat at Ffos Las last month and he doesn't look badly treated off a mark just 2 lb above that off which he scored at Bangor three starts back. Blue Bear was behind Six One Nine at Newcastle but improved when scoring over this C&D subsequently and he is second choice. Templier also has claims.

A competitive race can go to ROCCO STORM (nap), who has run two sound races in better grade events since winning over C&D in October.

15:30 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (6) (2/5 +0%) State Man	2/5(+0%)	(6) State Man 2/5, No match for Constitution Hill in this race last season but that's his only defeat in his last 11 starts, gaining second successive wins in Grade 1 Morgiana, Matheson and Irish Champion this winter. Can't be opposed. Beat all bar Constitution Hill in this race last year; clear top on ratings this time.
2 2nd (3) (9/2 +0%) Irish Point	9/2(+0%)	(3) Irish Point 9/2, Wrapped up his novice hurdle campaign with a 2½m Grade 1 success at Aintree. A second Grade 1 win came over just short of 3m at the Leopardstown Christmas meeting but his Down Royal reappearance success prior to that came over 17f so he isn't short of speed. Can follow State Man home. Classy and versatile; major contender, despite dropping back almost a mile in distance.
3 3rd (8) (33/1 -65%) Luccia	33/1(-65%)	(8) Luccia 33/1, Useful hurdler who resumed winning ways in valuable Betfair Exchange Trophy (Handicap) at Ascot (2m, good) just before Christmas. Her strong-travelling style provides some hope she can cope stepping up significantly in class but she'll need a career best to reach the frame. Useful and generally consistent mare; has frame possibilities, getting 7lb all round.
4 4th (7) (22/1 -10%) Zarak The Brave	22/1(-10%)	(7) Zarak The Brave 22/1, Really smart effort to win the Galway Hurdle in August. Pulled up in Tipperary Grade 3 in October but back on track with small-field Grade 3 success at Naas in January. More needed. Currently well short of stablemate State Man's standard but may still rate higher.
5th 5th (1) (50/1 +0%) Colonel Mustard	50/1(+0%)	(1) Colonel Mustard 50/1, Good effort back hurdling when 1½ lengths second of 5 to Nemean Lion in Kingwell at Wincanton last month but received 3 lb from his reopposing rival on that occasion so there's no reason why he'll turn the tables. Blinkered first time. Exposed 9yo who still has a modest strike-rate; needs help from the first-time blinkers.
6th 6th (4) (12/1 +64%) Nemean Lion	12/1(+64%)	(4) Nemean Lion 12/1, Took his form up another notch when landing the second Grade 2 success of his career in the Kingwell at Wincanton last month, giving weight and a beating to Colonel Mustard. More will be needed to seriously trouble State Man but this likeable type should give another good account. Progressive; has landed some notable prizes in the last 12 months; should perform well.
7th 7th (5) (33/1 -106%) Not So Sleepy	33/1(-106%)	(5) Not So Sleepy 33/1, Now a 12-y-o but he was better than ever at the end of 2023, winning a Flat handicap at Newbury in September and the rearranged Fighting Fifth at Sandown (2m, heavy) in December. Fifth in the last 3 running of this race but he might go a place or two better this time. Beaten in this race for the last four years (form figures P555); best to look elsewhere.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (2) (11/1 +31%) Iberico Lord	11/1(+31%)	(2) Iberico Lord 11/1, Good winner of the Greatwood over C&D on his reappearance in November and shrugged off a lesser run behind stablemate Luccia at Ascot in December when bagging another big handicap win in the Betfair Hurdle at Newbury (2m, soft) last month. Capable of even better. Supplemented for £18,000 last week. Supplemented at a cost of £18,000; successful in two big handicaps and the form is strong.

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15:30 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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

A historic contest that may have lost some of its lustre with the defection of reigning champion Constitution Hill, it should allow STATE MAN, a superstar in his own right, to pick up the pieces. The seven-year-old was no match for Nicky Henderson's superstar in this race last year, but jockey Paul Townend has gone on record to say his mount was nowhere near his best on the day and preparations could not have gone any smoother this time around. An easy winner of all three starts at the top level, the son of Doctor Dino has swept all before him in Ireland and he looks an improved horse this year. A leading contender for the Stayers' Hurdles later in the week, connections have opted for this bigger prize with the highly-talented Irish Point, who could hardly have done it any easier in winning both starts this season. A strong traveller who should have no issue with softer ground, Gordon Elliott's charge looks the main danger to the favourite but still has plenty to find on the ratings, and is yet to score in a Grade 1 over this trip. With the form of his Betfair Hurdle win franked by the Imperial Cup winner on Saturday, the progressive Iberico Lord is an intriguing contender, having been supplemented by connections. He is highly likely to be fighting it out for a place with stablemate Luccia, Kingwell Hurdle winner Nemean Lion and Zarak The Brave.

STATE MAN's only defeat over hurdles in the last 2 years came at the hands of Constitution Hill in this race last season and in the absence of that outstanding rival he's fully expected to make it 11 career wins. Irish Point's Grade 1 success at Leopardstown over Christmas came at just short of 3m but he was speedy enough to win a Grade 3 over just in excess of 2m on his reappearance and can give the selection most to do ahead of Kingwell-winner Nemean Lion.

The unfortunate absence of Constitution Hill leaves the door wide open for STATE MAN. Irish Point looks the chief threat.

15:50 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 27f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (3) (9/2 -125%) Deep Charm	9/2(-125%)	(3) Deep Charm 9/2, Pulled up on return in November but much better since, scoring over this C&D and at Musselburgh prior to a near miss when bidding for the hat-trick at Kelso. Didn't help himself with a catalogue of mistakes at Ayr last time but will be a threat back here granted an error-free round of jumping. Two wins, including over C&D last year; 8lb higher than last win; should go well.
2 2nd (2) (9/2 -50%) Almazhar Garde	9/2(-50%)	(2) Almazhar Garde 9/2, Losing run stretches back to 2021 and while he posted his best effort for a while when runner-up at Doncaster (3m, heavy) last time, he was comprehensively outpointed by the winner. Last win was off 26lb higher in 2021; fair second of three last time; this looks tougher.
3 3rd (4) (7/1 -8%) Croagh Patrick	7/1(-8%)	(4) Croagh Patrick 7/1, It's been almost 2 years since he last got his head in front but hard to fault in terms of consistency, placed in all but one of his 11 starts in 2023. Versatile ground-wise and remains on a feasible mark, so should have a part to play if it's all systems go following a 7-month break. Second on last four starts but not run since August; may need the race after a break.
4 4th (1) (11/8 +27%) Ladronne	11/8(+27%)	(1) Ladronne 11/8, Looked on good terms with himself when resuming winning ways at Doncaster (3¼m, soft) recently. Hard to be sure that he would've won had the second not hit the last but he escapes a penalty for that and again has the assistance of up-and-coming conditional William Maggs. Winner on soft 9 days ago; escapes a penalty; should go well but had a hard race that day.
5th 5th (5) (4/1 +75%) Derwent Dealer	4/1(+75%)	(5) Derwent Dealer 4/1, Just modest in bumpers and hasn't shown a great deal over hurdles either, so it's hard to be enthusiastic about his chances now switched to fences. Has undergone a wind op. Modest form over hurdles; no easy task on chase debut; had a wind op since last run.

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15:50 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 27f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

Turned out again quickly after a comfortable success at Doncaster nine days ago, LADRONNE escapes a penalty for landing that conditional jockeys' contest and must hold every chance of following up as a result. The extra three furlongs may bring about further improvement and he is narrowly preferred to the consistent Croagh Patrick, who has been runner-up on each of his last four starts, while Deep Charm is another to note, if bouncing back to the form of his narrow defeat at Kelso in January.

With no penalty to carry for his Doncaster success nine days ago, LADRONNE will surely take plenty of stopping, In fact, he's effectively 4 lb lower here as William Maggs is able to utilise his full claim this time. The ultra-reliable Croagh Patrick has been absence since last August but he could be the one to follow the selection home ahead of Deep Charm.

Although Ladronne escapes a penalty for his recent win, he had a hard race that day and preference is for C&D winner DEEP CHARM.

16:10 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 20f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (6) (8/13 +0%) Lossiemouth	8/13(+0%)	(6) Lossiemouth 8/13, The leading juvenile last season, landing the Triumph here (from Gala Marceau) and the Champion at Punchestown. Made a sparkling return to action with a stunning success here in January from Love Envoi and will take the beating if staying this new trip as expected. Last year's Triumph winner who was impressive on return back here; can't be opposed.
2 2nd (9) (22/1 +21%) Telmesomethinggirl	22/1(+21%)	(9) Telmesomethinggirl 22/1, Won the Mares' Novice Hurdle at the 2021 Festival and brought down 2 out when fancied and going well in this in 2022. Successful over fences in the meantime and back to her useful form in this sphere when second in thin Grade 3 at Naas 7 weeks ago. More to find this time. Festival win in 2021; latest Naas Grade 3 second shows she's still smart.
3 3rd (4) (40/1 -21%) Hispanic Moon	40/1(-21%)	(4) Hispanic Moon 40/1, Multiple winner in France and 2-3 for new yard this term, drawing clear in weak mares' Grade 3 at Punchestown last month (Gala Marceau disappointing in third). This is way tougher. Arrives on the back of a win in Grade 3 Quevega at Punchestown but this task is harder.
4 4th (5) (18/1 +28%) Lantry Lady	18/1(+28%)	(5) Lantry Lady 18/1, From the family of Annie Power and has made a promising start with wide-margin victories at Gowran (2m) 11 months apart, forging clear in a first-time tongue tie from What's Up Darling 3 weeks ago. Likely has more to offer up in trip and shouldn't be overlooked. 2-2 in hurdles at Gowran, latterly a Grade 3; lacks experience but not talent.
5th 5th (7) (14/1 +13%) Love Envoi	14/1(+13%)	(7) Love Envoi 14/1, Won the Mares' Novice Hurdle at the 2022 Festival and made Honeysuckle work when second in this last year. Best effort since when chasing home Lossiemouth in the International here in January and no surprise to see her go well back up in trip in first-time cheekpieces. 2nd last year; no match for Lossiemouth here latest but may get bit closer back up in trip.
6th 6th (3) (12/1 +40%) Gala Marceau	12/1(+40%)	(3) Gala Marceau 12/1, The only horse to have beaten Lossiemouth (although the score stands at 2-1 to her stablemate) and she landed a Grade 1 in France in May. Needs to bounce back from a poor showing at Punchestown but she was a fine second behind the favourite in last year's Triumph and shouldn't be underestimated. Beat Lossiemouth last season but beaten at odds-on in both runs this year.
7th 7th (11) (25/1 +50%) You Wear It Well	25/1(+50%)	(11) You Wear It Well 25/1, Won the Grade 2 Mares' Novice Hurdle at last year's Festival from Magical Zoe and successful return at Wetherby in October. Best not judged on latest Haydock defeat (bad mistake sixth) and expected to be back on her game here. Won Dawn Run last year; second to Marie's Rock in January but ran poorly at Haydock latest.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (8) (12/1 +25%) Marie's Rock	12/1(+25%)	(8) Marie's Rock 12/1, Took this in 2022 and made the most of a good opportunity back against her own sex when seeing off You Wear It Well at Doncaster (extended 3m) 7 weeks ago. Will need a return to her very best to take this back down in trip, while she's prone to pulling hard. Won this in 2022; disappointed in it last year but arrives on the back of a 3m Grade 2 win.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (2) (14/1 +13%) Echoes In Rain	14/1(+13%)	(2) Echoes In Rain 14/1, Not seen to best effect in this last year and put matters right when landing the Grade 1 over this trip at Punchestown. Has been chasing home stablemate State Man this season and this is much more her bag back against her own sex. Leading claims. Respectable efforts behind State Man this season; fourth in this last year.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (1) (15/2 -67%) Ashroe Diamond	15/2(-67%)	(1) Ashroe Diamond 15/2, Yet to be beaten by a mare over hurdles and added another valuable pot to her tally with victory in Grade 2 at Doncaster 7 weeks ago from Under Control and Gala Marceau, travelling powerfully through the race. Likeable sort and she can go well in first-time hood. Grade 1 novice win last season; warmed up for this with Doncaster Grade 2 success; player.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (10) (125/1 -89%) Theatre Glory	125/1(-89%)	(10) Theatre Glory 125/1, Has won 5 times over hurdles but this season has been a bit of a write-off so far, falling here in December and well held when attracting support behind stablemate Marie's Rock at Doncaster last time. Hard to fancy in first-time cheekpieces. Useful but first-time cheekpieces need to spark major improvement..

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16:10 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 20f Race Class Flow

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

Last year's leading juvenile LOSSIEMOUTH made an explosive reappearance here in the International on Trials Day when proving to be a class apart from Love Envoi. Plenty of superlatives were given out following that display, with some suggesting the Champion Hurdle potentially being the ideal target, but connections have always mapped out their route to this event and there will plenty of long faces in Closutton if she tastes defeat. Ashroe Diamond missed this meeting 12 months ago due to a late setback but ended last season with a Grade 1 success in the Honeysuckle at Fairyhouse and arrives with a victory at Doncaster under her belt. Stepping back up in trip is a positive and she is expected to be a big player. Of the remainder, one who appeals at bigger odds is the unbeaten Lantry Lady. She returned from 11 months off to win the Red Mills at Gowran last month and there could be a fair amount of improvement to come on just her third career start, with the booking of Jack Kennedy another bonus to her chance.

LOSSIEMOUTH has her stamina to prove but there aren't signs that she won't stay and on the back of an impressive winning return here she can end a five-year losing run for Willie Mullins in this contest. Echoes In Rain, who has been chasing home State Man this term, is a solid alternative for the yard. Last year's runner-up Love Envoi could be the best hope for the home team.

Having toyed with Love Envoi on her reappearance here, LOSSIEMOUTH should prove hard to beat. Ashroe Diamond is second choice.

16:30 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (6) (9/2 +44%) El Jefe	9/2(+44%)	(6) El Jefe 9/2, Better than ever this season, completing a hat-trick in handicap hurdles at Haydock (18.9f) in December. Rare poor effort latest but remains feasibly treated if able to put that behind him. Three wins (two over C&D) towards end of 2023; seems to have gone off the boil lately.
2 2nd (1) (5/4 +34%) Final Edgar	5/4(+34%)	(1) Final Edgar 5/4, Much improved when getting off the mark in 11-runner novice hurdle (11/8) over C&D (heavy) 34 days ago by 7 lengths from Trailblazer. Switches to handicaps now and opening mark looks workable. Eased-down winner of soft-ground C&D maiden last month; handicap debut today.
3 3rd (5) (7/1 -155%) Trailblazer	7/1(-155%)	(5) Trailblazer 7/1, Yet to score on Flat or over hurdles but acquitted himself the last twice in this sphere, latest when 7 lengths second of 11 to Final Edgar over C&D (heavy) 34 days ago. 10 lb better off with winner, on handicap hurdle debut, and must enter calculations. No match for Final Edgar when second over C&D last month but is 10lb better off today.
4 4th (7) (3/1 +40%) Jet Patrol	3/1(+40%)	(7) Jet Patrol 3/1, Placed twice from 5 starts in Irish points and offered something to work both starts in novice hurdles. Hooded for handicap debut and looks capable of better. Shaped with significant promise on both hurdling starts; major player on handicap debut.
5th 5th (4) (25/1 -257%) Very Excellent	25/1(-257%)	(4) Very Excellent 25/1, Not the most consistent but came close on his penultimate start at Catterick (15.7f) and would be a player if in same form here. Gave good account when second at Catterick in January but others appeal more all the same.
6th 6th (3) (17/2 -42%) Calevade	17/2(-42%)	(3) Calevade 17/2, Showed a real liking for Cartmel during the summer, winning back-to-back handicaps in May/June. Been hit and miss since, though, and ran badly here last month. Good second over C&D in November; needs to bounce back from lacklustre run last month.

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16:30 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

Now that the penny has dropped for FINAL EDGAR after a taking success over C&D last month, there should be more to come from the son of Imperial Monarch on his handicap debut. The six-year-old can uphold form with Trailblazer (second) from that contest, despite being 3lb worse off at the weights when you take into account William Maggs' 7lb claim. A winner over C&D last November, El Jefe must also enter calculations, along with Very Excellent.

Preference is for FINAL EDGAR, who upped his game significantly when scoring here last month and has the assistance of a useful claimer on his handicap bow. Trailblazer and Jet Patrol rate the principal dangers.

If the first-time hood helps him to relax in the early stages, JET PATROL can make a winning handicap debut.

16:38 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (9) (14/1 +30%) My Brother Mike	14/1(+30%)	(9) My Brother Mike 14/1, C&D winner. Fifteen runs since last win in 2021. Respectable sixth of 10 in handicap (28/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 35 days ago. Something to find on form. Didn't run badly at Wolverhampton last month but remains without a win since 2021.
2 2nd (4) (11/4 +63%) Harbour Vision	11/4(+63%)	(4) Harbour Vision 11/4, Latest win at Wolverhampton in February. Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 22/1) 3 days ago. Won under Fred Tett two starts ago but may be a shade too high in the weights now.
3 3rd (5) (9/2 +59%) Homer Stokes	9/2(+59%)	(5) Homer Stokes 9/2, Two 7f course wins at the end of last summer. Bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 10/1) 18 days ago, finishing with running left. This trainer/jockey combination won a division of this race last year., Yet to hit top gear since returning from break and seems better suited by 7f.
4 4th (6) (18/1 -177%) Luna Magic	18/1(-177%)	(6) Luna Magic 18/1, Respectable 1½ lengths second of 10 to Verona Star in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 20/1) 31 days ago. Looks competitive on form. Ran well in defeat behind Verona Star last month and remains on good mark; respected.
5th 5th (2) (3/1 +14%) Ring Of Gold	3/1(+14%)	(2) Ring Of Gold 3/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 10/3, good second of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7f) 29 days ago, left poorly placed. Expected to be bang there. Second twice over 7f since blinkers were refitted; also suited by 1m; likely contender.
6th 6th (1) (6/1 -33%) Verona Star	6/1(-33%)	(1) Verona Star 6/1, 11/2 and blinkered first time, won 10-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) under Sarah Bowen 31 days ago by 1½ lengths from Luna Magic. Should go well again if the blinkers continue to work. Scored under Sarah Bowen last month and remains on a workable mark after 3lb rise.
7th 7th (12) (50/1 -100%) Broughtons Flare	50/1(-100%)	(12) Broughtons Flare 50/1, C&D winner. Three wins from 10 runs last year. Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. 20/1, tenth of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 10 days ago. Placed in basement-grade race last month but may find this too competitive.
8th 8th (3) (17/2 -21%) Noble Sovereign	17/2(-21%)	(3) Noble Sovereign 17/2, 10/1, good second of 9 in C&D handicap at this C&D 14 days ago. Thereabouts with a repeat. 0-7 but ran well in defeat over C&D last month and is 1lb lower today.
9th 9th (8) (28/1 -180%) Possible Ambition	28/1(-180%)	(8) Possible Ambition 28/1, Latest win at Newcastle in February. First run since leaving John & Sean Quinn when creditable second of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 22/1) 15 days ago, well positioned. Won at Newcastle last month and was second to progressive rival on recent stable debut.
10th 10th (7) (50/1 -355%) Sacchoandvanzetti	50/1(-355%)	(7) Sacchoandvanzetti 50/1, Better known as a fair hurdler these days. Not at best at Warwick when last seen in November but interesting on first Flat outing for this yard, particularly if the betting speaks for him. Placed three times over hurdles last summer and well handicapped on old Flat form.
11th 11th (11) (50/1 -213%) Inclement Weather	50/1(-213%)	(11) Inclement Weather 50/1, One win from 24 Flat runs. Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. Good fourth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 28/1) 15 days ago, left poorly placed. Step back in right direction when fourth at Wolverhampton last time but others appeal more.
12th 12th (10) (20/1 -208%) Escobedo	20/1(-208%)	(10) Escobedo 20/1, Creditable 2¼ lengths third of 8 to Harbour Vision in handicap (9/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 15 days ago, faring best of those held up. Placed twice under Lily Jones this year but today's drop back in trip may not be ideal.

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16:38 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.

RING OF GOLD has returned to form on his last couple of starts, finishing second twice at Wolverhampton over 7f, and this may be the ideal opportunity for Mick and David Easterby's gelding to get his head back in front. Harbour Vision has been a model of consistency over the past few months and is respected dropping back to a mile. Possible Ambition and Noble Sovereign appeal most of the remainder.

The suggestion in a competitive opener is RING OF GOLD, who has recorded 2 good runner-up efforts since the blinkers have gone back on. Last month's Wolverhampton 1-2 Verona Star and Luna Magic are also on the shortlist along with Noble Sovereign. Sacchoandvanzettti needs a betting check on his first Flat outing for Fergal O'Brien.

The pick is LUNA MAGIC, who could not resist the late thrust from Verona Star at Wolverhampton but is 3lb better off here.

16:50 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 1) 16f - 22 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (15) (9/1 -80%) Lark In The Mornin	9/1(-80%)	(15) Lark In The Mornin 9/1, A lightly-raced winner on the Flat who is yet to build on a promising hurdling debut, but he caught the eye finishing with running left after a bad mistake at the last at Punchestown on his most recent outing and remains with potential now switched to a handicap. Suspicion that there's a lot more in his locker and this mark could underestimate him.
2 2nd (13) (80/1 -60%) Eagles Reign	80/1(-60%)	(13) Eagles Reign 80/1, Modest maiden on the Flat but has proved himself a much better hurdler, showing a good attitude to get off the mark on handicap debut at Punchestown (16.1f, heavy) 43 days ago. More needed taking on a much deeper field off a 10 lb higher mark here, though. Has already won a handicap but a lesser race than this and others are far more intriguing.
3 3rd (2) (12/1 -50%) Ndaawi	12/1(-50%)	(2) Ndaawi 12/1, Useful Flat winner who confirmed previous promise in this sphere when off the mark in 16-runner event at Naas (15.5, soft) 44 days ago, value for significantly more than the winning margin. Open to further improvement for top Irish yard that has an excellent record in this race. Useful on the Flat and now progressing well over hurdles; yard has good record in this.
4 4th (19) (40/1 -21%) Harsh	40/1(-21%)	(19) Harsh 40/1, Fairly useful maiden on the Flat who built on the promise of his hurdling debut when running out an easy winner at Cork in December. However, disappointed in better company at Chepstow later in the month, so needs to get back on track now handicapping with cheekpieces fitted. Maiden winner but remote fourth in a Grade 2 latest; jumping doesn't come easy to him.
5th 5th (4) (18/1 -13%) Miss Manzor	18/1(-13%)	(4) Miss Manzor 18/1, Winner of a newcomers race for C. & Y. Lerner and confirmed the promise of stable debut when resuming winning ways back down in grade at Fairyhouse (2m, soft) in January from Karia des Blaises. Remains open to improvement. Highly tried on Irish debut but was sharper all round at Fairyhouse and that's solid form.
6th 6th (7) (10/3 +58%) Milan Tino	10/3(+58%)	(7) Milan Tino 10/3, Placed in listed and Grade 2 events at Auteuil last autumn. Couldn't match Burdett Road's turn of foot when third in a Grade 2 here in November and ran to only a similar level behind the hugely exciting Sir Gino last time but his opening mark could potentially underestimate him on his French form. Beaten in two Grade 2 races here but shaped well; has the potential to be well handicapped.
7th 7th (10) (22/1 -38%) Nara	22/1(-38%)	(10) Nara 22/1, Fairly useful ex-French winning hurdler but has run below that level both outings for current yard. Makes handicap debut and needs to get back on track. Hood refitted. Behind Eagle Fang in both Irish runs and this demands a significant step forward.
8th 8th (8) (16/1 +52%) An Bradan Feasa	16/1(+52%)	(8) An Bradan Feasa 16/1, Made a successful start over hurdles in a Ballinrobe maiden (for Joseph O'Brien) before chasing home Burdett Road in a C&D Grade 2. Resumed winning ways on the New Course here in December and was perhaps short of peak fitness when only 8½ lengths fourth of 8 to Liari at Musselburgh last month. Below par last time but had twice run well at this track and he holds some each-way appeal.
9th 9th (12) (50/1 -52%) Pigeon House	50/1(-52%)	(12) Pigeon House 50/1, Fair and consistent hurdler who seems likely to give his running once again but will remain vulnerable to less-exposed types on handicap debut. Runner-up in five of his eight hurdles and can lack some concentration when it matters.
\|B\| \|B\| (9) (14/1 +0%) Ose Partir	14/1(+0%)	(9) Ose Partir 14/1, Fairly useful Flat winner who shaped well starting out over hurdles when runner-up at Galway in October. Stiff tasks since and appeals as the type who could be well suited by a well-run handicap. Tackles his first handicap after running in Graded races of late; stable much respected.
\|B\| \|B\| (11) (66/1 +18%) Mordor	66/1(+18%)	(11) Mordor 66/1, Fairly useful middle-distance maiden on the Flat for David Simcock who shaped encouragingly sent hurdling when third of 19 at Leopardstown (2m) in December. Underwhelming at Punchestown and Fairyhouse subsequently but can't be written off now switched to a handicap. 0-8 under both codes; market vibes would suggest that he's no Elliott masterplan.
\|F\| \|F\| (6) (25/1 +11%) Karia Des Blaises	25/1(+11%)	(6) Karia Des Blaises 25/1, Winner of her only start over hurdles for Emmanuel Clayeux and has shaped with promise both outings for new yard, including when second to stablemate Miss Manzor at Fairyhouse (2m) last time. Remains open to improvement. Split Miss Manzor and Ndaawi at Fairyhouse and is now better off at the weights with both.
10th 10th (22) (40/1 +20%) Teorie	40/1(+20%)	(22) Teorie 40/1, Fairly useful winner on Flat for Jim Bolger who overcame some sloppy jumps to run out a ready winner on his Catterick hurdle debut in December. Disappointed next time but quickly resumed winning ways back under fully-fledged rider at Southwell last time. Opening mark could have been kinder. His form credentials aren't compelling for a handicap of this nature.
11th 11th (20) (20/1 +39%) Bright Legend	20/1(+39%)	(20) Bright Legend 20/1, Fairly useful Flat winner who took a step forward over hurdles fitted with first-time cheekpieces (retained here) when 5 lengths second of 5 to Eagle Fang at Naas (15.8f, heavy) 31 days ago, ridden more positively. Open to further improvement. Front-running second to Eagle Fang at Naas and could easily step up on that form.
12th 12th (5) (10/1 +29%) Eagle Fang	10/1(+29%)	(5) Eagle Fang 10/1, Confirmed previous promise back in calmer waters when off the mark in 5-runner juvenile at Naas (15.8f, heavy) 31 days ago, leading between last 2 and going clear. That race has proved a very good guide in recent years to the Fred Winter, so he's respected, but others are open to more improvement. The Naas race he won easily has produced four of the last five winners of this race.
13th 13th (3) (10/1 -67%) Batman Girac	10/1(-67%)	(3) Batman Girac 10/1, Successful on the second of 2 starts over hurdles in France. Shaped as if amiss when folding tamely on his stable debut but much more like it when fourth of 12 in Grade 2 at Leopardstown (2m) next time. That form has been franked since and he must enter calculations on handicap bow. Ran well in Grade 2 last time; handicapper has not missed him; stable yet to win this race.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (1) (9/2 +55%) Liari	9/2(+55%)	(1) Liari 9/2, Fairly useful Flat winner in France and made it 3-3 in juvenile hurdles for new connections without being asked a serious question in 8-runner listed event at Musselburgh (15.6f) 37 days ago. Will go on improving, so he's a must for the shortlist. French Flat winner who is 3-3 in British hurdles (Listed latest) and can improve some more.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (21) (14/1 +58%) Latin Verse	14/1(+58%)	(21) Latin Verse 14/1, Much improved refitted with cheekpieces on first start back with former trainer when running out an impressive winner of an 11-runner handicap at Ludlow (15.8f, heavy) 20 days ago. Hiked up 10 lb and in a much stronger race but still warrants respect. Faces a different test altogether from winning a Class 4 handicap at Ludlow.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (18) (25/1 -25%) Palamon	25/1(-25%)	(18) Palamon 25/1, Fairly useful Flat winner who continued a theme of run-to-run progression in maiden hurdles when 3¾ lengths third of 16 to Ndaawi at Naas (15.5f, soft) 44 days ago. Likely to improve again now switched to a handicap. Improved in each of his maidens and stable has a positive record in this; interesting.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (17) (40/1 -21%) Roaring Legend	40/1(-21%)	(17) Roaring Legend 40/1, Fairly useful on Flat for James Ferguson and promising start over hurdles when runner-up in juveniles at Kempton and Musselburgh. However, couldn't make the most of a what looked a very good opportunity at Market Rasen last time. Turned over at long odds-on at Market Rasen and soft ground was perhaps the reason.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (14) (50/1 +0%) Balboa	50/1(+0%)	(14) Balboa 50/1, Fair maiden on Flat who got off the mark over hurdles at the third attempt at Chepstow in October. Has shown slightly better form in defeat since, including on first start for current yard at Musselburgh last month, but lacks the potential of a good few of these. Should give his running but find a few too good when it matters.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (16) (80/1 -142%) Les Loyautes	80/1(-142%)	(16) Les Loyautes 80/1, A fair winner over hurdles in France and has shown a similar level of form over fences. Left D. Bressou for €30,000 last month but her opening mark doesn't look overly generous. Hurdle winner in France but beaten five times there over fences; not the obvious answer.

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16:50 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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Paul Nicholls has a good record in this race and sends out the consistent Liari with a fighting chance of coping with joint-top weight. Already a dual Listed race winner over hurdles, the French import has flourished since switching to this sphere and can be expected to launch another bold bid, as he attempts to maintain his unbeaten status over timber. However, the previous course experience held by fellow French-bred gelding MILAN TINO earns him a narrow vote of confidence. A commendable third in a couple of Triumph Hurdle Trials here in his last two starts, the JP McManus-owned four-year-old has experience of both the old and new courses at this venue, which can only be an asset as he bids to enhance his progressive profile. Of the rest, the Willie Mullins-trained Batman Girac commands respect now he drops in class to tackle a handicap for the first time, while his stablemate Miss Manzor also comes in the reckoning after winning well at Fairyhouse last time out. Ndaawi, who was rated 96 at his peak on the Flat, is another to seriously consider despite this being considerably tougher than the maiden hurdle he landed at Naas in January. Harsh has a speedy pedigree and, along with Roaring Legend, could offer some each-way value.

Another typically competitive renewal with LARK IN THE MORNIN receiving the tentative vote. He's yet to build on his hurdling debut promise but caught the eye finishing with running left after a bad mistake at Punchestown on his most recent outing and is potentially on a good mark on his Flat form representing the yard that took this race in 2019. Milan Tino has been given a chance by the assessor judged on his useful French form, with Liari and Latin Verse just two others to note.

The suggestion is the improving BRIGHT LEGEND (nap) who wasn't seen to best effect last time. Milan Tino is temptingly treated.

17:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (2) (11/4 +0%) Bobby Shaftoe	11/4(+0%)	(2) Bobby Shaftoe 11/4, 3-time C&D winner. Four wins from 17 runs last year. Latest win here in February. 11/2, seventh of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 18 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Not taken lightly. Five-time course winner; bigger field would have been ideal but holds claims.
2 2nd (3) (9/4 -88%) Bella Bluesky	9/4(-88%)	(3) Bella Bluesky 9/4, Latest win at Wolverhampton in February. 2/1, good second of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (14f) 18 days ago, clear of rest. Has good chance on form. Straightforward and in form, and has a decent chance of defying a further 3lb rise.
3 3rd (1) (11/1 -57%) Night Bear	11/1(-57%)	(1) Night Bear 11/1, Seventh of 9 in handicap (15/2) at Southwell (12.1f) 36 days ago. Now 8lb lower than when winning at Southwell 18 months ago but for good reason.
4 4th (5) (11/8 +54%) Easter Island	11/8(+54%)	(5) Easter Island 11/8, 13/2, creditable close third of 11 in handicap at this C&D 5 days ago. Must be respected. Found his level now and is closely matched with Bobby Shaftoe on C&D running last month.
5th 5th (6) (66/1 -164%) Balranald	66/1(-164%)	(6) Balranald 66/1, Poor winner at 20f over hurdles. Seventh of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 100/1) 18 days ago. Hurdle/chase winner who's struggled in two runs back on the Flat; hard to recommend.

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17:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.

BELLA BLUESKY's winning run came to an end last time but she was only a head second on that occasion and may well bounce back here, despite a 3lb higher mark. Easter Island was only narrowly denied over C&D last week and is an obvious threat to the selection, while Bobby Shaftoe also holds claims returning to the scene of his five latest victories.

BELLA BLUESKY pulled clear of the rest when almost completing the hat-trick at Wolverhampton so she can quickly resume winning ways. Easter Island was a close third off this mark over C&D on Thursday so is the obvious threat.

Bumper winner BELLA BLUESKY (nap) took another forward step on her handicap debut last time.

17:05 Sedgefield NH Flat Race (Class 5) 17f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (9) (18/1 -80%) Wendywilldo	18/1(-80%)	(9) Wendywilldo 18/1, Fairly encouraging start when fourth in a 10-runner bumper at Catterick (2m, soft) 7 weeks ago but she will need to step up on that form to go close. Outran 80-1 odds when very respectable fourth at Catterick in January; each-way claims.
2 2nd (7) (5/1 +29%) Positivia	5/1(+29%)	(7) Positivia 5/1, Massaat filly. Half-sister to 2 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Endlessly. Dam 2-y-o 6f winner who stayed 1m. Interesting newcomer. Out of a 6f 2yo Listed winner; with a good stable; no surprise if she features.
3 3rd (3) (10/3 -90%) Holly Bird	10/3(-90%)	(3) Holly Bird 10/3, Mount Nelson filly who showed promise when 17 lengths second on her Carlisle debut in December. Should go well. Remote when second on debut at Carlisle but the winner looks useful.
4 4th (2) (6/5 +56%) Gale Mahler	6/5(+56%)	(2) Gale Mahler 6/5, Mahler half-sister to fair hurdler Rebellious Gale. Yard more than capable of readying one for a race like this and Brian Hughes has been booked. It'll be very interesting to see how she goes in the betting. Out of a useful 2m4f-3m hurdle winner; worth well a glance in the betting.
5th 5th (5) (10/1 -150%) Thatswhatshesaid	10/1(-150%)	(5) Thatswhatshesaid 10/1, Sir Percy filly who made a winning start to her career in a 2m Newcastle bumper (AW) in January, leading close home. That bare form is nothing special so she'll need more to defy a penalty. Kept on well for narrow win on debut at Newcastle (AW) in January; obvious contender.
6th 6th (6) (18/1 +10%) Cyclonic	18/1(+10%)	(6) Cyclonic 18/1, Jack Hobbs half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser Monbeg Park. Dam unraced sister to smart hurdler/high-class chaser (winner up to 23f) Hidden Cyclone. Stable 0-27 in bumpers in the last 5 seasons but she is bred to have a future. Half-sister to a bumper winner but stable not known for success in this sphere.
7th 7th (1) (9/1 +10%) Bea My Shadow	9/1(+10%)	(1) Bea My Shadow 9/1, £52,000 Flemensfirth mare. Half-sister to bumper winner Feast. Makes some paper appeal and needs checking out in the betting. Yard not prolific in bumpers, but this newcomer has the right type of pedigree.

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17:05 Sedgefield NH Flat Race (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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

A determined winner on her debut at Newcastle in January, THATSWHATSHESAID will find life tougher under a 7lb penalty, but she looks a filly open to plenty of improvement and this may be another ideal opportunity. Well beaten in second on debut at Carlisle, Holly Bird should come on for that and she is respected, along with newcomers Gale Mahler and Positivia, who should be monitored for support in the betting.

It's interesting that Adrian Keatley has engaged the services of Brian Hughes for GALE MAHLER and she might be worth chancing on debut, with confidence increased should the betting vibes be strong. Positivia is another interesting newcomer, while Carlisle runner-up Holly Bird may prove pick of those with experience.

Sandy's Thomson's HOLLY BIRD probably bumped into a useful mare when second at Carlisle in December and is given the vote.

17:15 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (11) (100/1 -300%) Sirius White	100/1(-300%)	(11) Sirius White 100/1, Latest win at Chelmsford in November. Visored first time, first run since leaving Henry Spiller when last of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 40/1) 31 days ago. Dual Chelmsford winner for Henry Spiller, but tailed off on stable debut.
2 2nd (3) (12/1 -20%) Belleplaine	12/1(-20%)	(3) Belleplaine 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Visored first time, creditable fourth of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (1m) 39 days ago. First run for yard after leaving John McConnell. Makes handicap debut. Some ability on her final start at Dundalk; worth a market check on stable/handicap debut.
3 3rd (6) (9/2 +50%) The Follower	9/2(+50%)	(6) The Follower 9/2, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable fourth of 10 in C&D handicap 7 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Needs improvement but much less exposed than most of these. Suggested he may have more to offer when fourth on handicap debut over C&D a week ago.
4 4th (1) (14/1 -100%) Eight Mile	14/1(-100%)	(1) Eight Mile 14/1, Three wins from 13 runs last year. 18/1, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 10 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Looks competitive on form. Not sure this trip on a galloping track is ideal; jockey having her first ride.
5th 5th (2) (11/2 -38%) Al Suil Eile	11/2(-38%)	(2) Al Suil Eile 11/2, Arrives on a C&D hat-trick after wins in January and February. A 2 lb nudge shouldn't prevent another prominent showing. Three C&D wins since December; shortlisted despite jockey having her first ride.
6th 6th (7) (8/1 -100%) Breguet Boy	8/1(-100%)	(7) Breguet Boy 8/1, Three wins from 14 runs last year. Latest win at Windsor in October. Creditable second of 8 in handicap (5/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 15 days ago. Has good chance on form. Second on recent return; may need further than this now, but still considered.
7th 7th (8) (7/2 +22%) Fieldsman	7/2(+22%)	(8) Fieldsman 7/2, C&D winner. Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. Good second of 9 in handicap (5/2) at Kempton (7f) 6 days ago. Not taken lightly. Has been running consistently well lately; stays this far and likely to run his race again.
8th 8th (12) (100/1 -150%) Dancing Master	100/1(-150%)	(12) Dancing Master 100/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. 80/1, fifth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 15 days ago. 1-30 under rules; 8l behind Breguet Boy at Wolverhampton last time.
9th 9th (4) (20/1 -82%) Glencalvie	20/1(-82%)	(4) Glencalvie 20/1, Winner at Chelmsford in February. Fifth of 8 in handicap (12/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 15 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Out of the frame in three starts since winning at Chelmsford; needs to bounce back.
10th 10th (9) (66/1 -32%) Dance Angel	66/1(-32%)	(9) Dance Angel 66/1, 66/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 31 days ago. 0-8 in handicaps including three for this yard; others make greater appeal.
11th 11th (5) (9/4 +50%) Candy Warhol	9/4(+50%)	(5) Candy Warhol 9/4, Not one to rely on but arrives on the back of a good close second of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 35 days ago. Player with a repeat. 0-13, but only beaten a nose over 7f last time; stays this far and one for the shortlist.
12th 12th (10) (40/1 -186%) Damoiseau	40/1(-186%)	(10) Damoiseau 40/1, Has yet to show much in Britain, including only seventh of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (1m) 4 days ago. First-time tongue strap needs to make a difference. Hasn't beaten many in five outings since joining this yard; tongue-tie on.

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17:15 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.

AL SUIL EILE arrives in excellent form having scored back-to-back victories over C&D and the eight-year-old can defy his latest a 2lb rise in what looks a very winnable contest on paper. Belleplaine is an interesting contender making her first start for Joseph Parr on her handicap debut, while Candy Warhol, who finished second at Wolverhampton last time, and Breguet Boy head the remainder.

BREGUET BOY can build on his solid reappearance run at Wolverhampton and strike under Brodie Hampson. Fieldsman has had a good spell this winter and is feared most ahead of the hat-trick seeking Al Suil Eile.

The vote goes to THE FOLLOWER who suggested he may be capable of better when a staying-on fourth on handicap debut over C&D a week ago.

17:30 Cheltenham Maiden Chase (Class 1) 30f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (15/8 +6%) Corbetts Cross	15/8(+6%)	(1) Corbetts Cross 15/8, A close second when departing at the final flight in last season's Albert Bartlett and has taken well to chasing this time round, notably second in 3m Leopardstown Grade 1 novice over Christmas. In process of running well when brought down 3 out at Fairyhouse since. Hood on. Capable of even better. Not crying out for this longer trip, but firmly in calculations barring mishaps; hood now.
2 2nd (2) (7/4 +22%) Embassy Gardens	7/4(+22%)	(2) Embassy Gardens 7/4, Useful over hurdles but has really come into his own over fences, winning a Punchestown maiden and Naas Grade 3 around 3m this winter. His strength at the finish last time points to this trip suiting. Fitted with a first-time hood. Looks sure to make bold bid to extend unbeaten chase record to 3. Blew out at two festivals last spring; won his two chases without any bother; hooded today.
3 3rd (5) (14/1 +44%) Mr Vango	14/1(+44%)	(5) Mr Vango 14/1, Maiden hurdle winner last season and this former point scorer has quickly made up into a much better chaser, producing a useful performance when routing his rivals in last month's Devon National at Exeter. Needs improvement but he won't lack for stamina. Cheekpieces go on for the first time. Upped to nearly 3m7f for the Devon National at Exeter (heavy) 18 days ago and won by 60l.
4 4th (4) (20/1 -82%) Kilbeg King	20/1(-82%)	(4) Kilbeg King 20/1, Useful novice hurdler at up to 3m last season and has taken well to chasing this term, backing up his improved 14¼ lengths third to Il Est Francais in Kauto Star at Kempton over Christmas when narrowly denied by Henry's Friend in the Reynoldstown at Ascot. One of the better form chances; good chance also that he will be suited by further than 3m.
5th 5th (7) (5/1 +75%) Apple Away	5/1(+75%)	(7) Apple Away 5/1, Won a 3m Grade 1 novice hurdle last season and has taken well to fences this time round, placing in 3m Grade 2s at Warwick and Ascot (2½ lengths third to Henry's Friend and Kilbeg King) in recent months. This increased stamina test promises to suit her. Won Aintree Grade 1 novice hurdle; plenty of the thorough stayer about her 3m performances.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (6) (10/1 -122%) Salvador Ziggy	10/1(-122%)	(6) Salvador Ziggy 10/1, Smart form when winning first 3 starts over fences and ran cracker when losing his unbeaten chase record in the Kerry National at Listowel in September, finishing second of 17 under a big weight. Below par over hurdles in US in October but good chance he'll bounce back returned to larger obstacles. Put away for this since October and trainer has a good record in it; considered seriously.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (3) (33/1 -106%) Henry's Friend	33/1(-106%)	(3) Henry's Friend 33/1, Dual winner over hurdles who has improved for switch to chasing, coping with the step up to Graded level when edging out Kilbeg King in Reynoldstown at Ascot (3m, good to soft) in first-time cheekpieces last time. Could be more to come for an in-from stable which has tasted success in this before. Got the better of Kilbeg King (by a head) and Apple Away to win 3m Ascot Grade 2 last time.

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17:30 Cheltenham Maiden Chase (Class 1) 30f Race Class Flow

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EMBASSY GARDENS looks tailor-made for this contest, having scored with aplomb on both chase starts this season at Naas and Punchestown. The way he travelled and jumped on both occasions gives every indication that he will have no issue with the steep rise in distance and, furthermore, he is bred to get it, being a son of Shantou, who has always been a strong influence on stamina. It would also be fitting for Patrick Mullins to win this for a third year in succession, with the race being named after his late grandmother Maureen Mullins. Corbetts Cross is arguably the classiest horse in the race on the form of his Grade 1 second at Leopardstown over Christmas and a taking win at Fairyhouse prior to that. His jumping can leave a lot to be desired, though, and he looked to be coming to the end of his tether when running out at the last in the Albert Bartlett last year. Salvador Ziggy brings some solid handicap form to the table, having finished runner-up in last year's Pertemps and in the Kerry National, though he may need better ground to be seen at his best. The in-form Ben Pauling won this contest in 2019 with Le Breuil and he looks to have found a similar type in the shape of Reynoldstown winner Henry's Friend, who is an excellent three from four over fences this season.

It's likely the recent Irish domination of this will continue, with CORBETTS CROSS taken to prove just too strong for Embassy Gardens, whose trainer/jockey are seeking a hat-trick of wins in this, and Kerry National runner-up Salvador Ziggy.

A small but competitive field. SALVADOR ZIGGY can go one better than in the Pertemps Final, with Embassy Gardens feared most.

17:40 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
(3) (7/2 +0%) Locked N' Loaded	7/2(+0%)	(3) Locked N' Loaded 7/2, Nineteen runs since last win in 2022. Eighth of 9 in handicap (5/1) at Southwell (8.1f) 26 days ago. Chance on old form. Serial hard-puller; capable of much better, down from 1m, if more amenable.
(9) (50/1 -52%) Maddisonelle	50/1(-52%)	(9) Maddisonelle 50/1, 25/1, ninth of 12 in minor event at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 10 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Big prices all starts and is still to finish anywhere near; has little to recommend her.
1 1st (2) (7/1 -40%) Medici Pass	7/1(-40%)	(2) Medici Pass 7/1, Fair form at best in Ireland for Michael O'Meara and potentially well treated starting out for new yard. Signs of temperament in Ireland; interesting to see how she goes in the market.
2 2nd (5) (15/8 +37%) Marcello Si	15/8(+37%)	(5) Marcello Si 15/8, C&D winner. Latest win here in January. Respectable sixth of 12 in handicap (9/2) at this C&D 21 days ago. Looks competitive on form. May well be able to get his own way, in which case he'll have a fair chance again.
3 3rd (7) (13/2 +54%) Fanzone	13/2(+54%)	(7) Fanzone 13/2, One win from 30 Flat runs. Twenty runs since last win in 2022. Creditable seventh of 12 in minor event at this C&D (22/1) 5 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Something to find on form. Ordinary at best now; didn't fare any better on his first run since wind surgery latest.
4 4th (4) (11/8 +66%) Jems Bond	11/8(+66%)	(4) Jems Bond 11/8, 5-time course winner. Three wins from 13 runs last year. Sixth of 8 in handicap (5/1) at this course (8f) 21 days ago, not clear run. Cheekpieces back on. Five-time course winner who's back on a handy mark; good record this time of year.
5th 5th (1) (11/1 -214%) Without Delay	11/1(-214%)	(1) Without Delay 11/1, One win from 24 Flat runs. 7/2, creditable third of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.2f, good to soft). Off 148 days. Can give a good account. Solid efforts first time out the last two seasons give hope on her return from a break.
6th 6th (6) (22/1 -10%) Run At Dawn	22/1(-10%)	(6) Run At Dawn 22/1, Eighth of 9 in minor event (28/1) at this course (8f) 11 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. One of his better efforts here last month but typically failed to back it up latest.
7th 7th (8) (33/1 +0%) Royal Mariner	33/1(+0%)	(8) Royal Mariner 33/1, Twenty one runs since last win in 2022. 20/1, last of 8 in minor event at this course (5f) 21 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Most racing in sprints and has regressed sharply in the last year; only has outside claims.

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17:40 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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JEMS BOND did not appear to relish the step up to a mile last time but arrives here with a big chance based on his third over C&D, from a 3lb higher mark, two starts ago. Marcello Si is a player based on his classified win over track and trip in January, while Without Delay and Run At Dawn are next best.

MEDICI PASS is potentially well treated starting out for a new yard so could be the answer. Marcello Si and Without Delay head the dangers.

The well-treated JEMS BOND has a good record here at this time of year and gets the nod. Marcello Si is second choice.

17:55 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (3) (8/1 -78%) Churchella	8/1(-78%)	(3) Churchella 8/1, Shaped as if still in good form when fifth of 7 in handicap (10/3) at Newcastle (12.4f) 28 days ago, being out towards the centre of the track quite possibly a disadvantage. Significantly back up in trip. Can give a good account. 2-6 on the AW and 0-8 on turf; has run well over C&D; each-way claims.
2 2nd (1) (4/5 +27%) The Craftymaster	4/5(+27%)	(1) The Craftymaster 4/5, 7/2, improved again when landing 6-timer in 10-runner handicap at this C&D 7 days ago. Carries penalty. Of serious interest again. Bids for a seventh straight win under a 5lb penalty; hard to oppose.
3 3rd (5) (10/3 +33%) Socialist Agenda	10/3(+33%)	(5) Socialist Agenda 10/3, Good third of 9 in handicap at this course (14.1f, 9/2) 7 days ago, not ideally placed. Seems to be building up to something. Losing run up to 18 but third in last two starts here; another place may be his best hope.
4 4th (4) (33/1 -106%) Zooks	33/1(-106%)	(4) Zooks 33/1, 28/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 15 days ago, left poorly placed. Significantly up in trip. Tongue strap on 1st time. 0-11 under both codes; limited appeal unless attracting support; tongue-tie on.
5th 5th (2) (33/1 -50%) Kintaro	33/1(-50%)	(2) Kintaro 33/1, Eighth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (12f, 66/1) 41 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Makes tapeta debut. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Easy to look elsewhere. 0-8 and has become regressive; up in trip but hard to fancy; cheekpieces on.
6th 6th (6) (80/1 -264%) Sugarpiehoneybunch	80/1(-264%)	(6) Sugarpiehoneybunch 80/1, Sixth of 9 in handicap at this course (14.1f, 40/1) 7 days ago. 3lb below last winning mark, but unplaced last eight starts and unlikely to take advantage.
7th 7th (7) (11/2 -57%) Midnight Shimmer	11/2(-57%)	(7) Midnight Shimmer 11/2, Good close second of 9 in handicap (11/2) at this course (14.1f) 7 days ago. Considered off same mark. 0-6 but only beaten a neck last time; should stay and further progress a possibility.

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17:55 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 16f Race Class Flow

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THE CRAFTYMASTER extended his winning run to six when adding a first success at this venue to his three at Wolverhampton and two at Lingfield. The four-year-old won in the manner of an individual who may not be done with his winning sequence just yet and he is expected to prove too strong for the opposition. Midnight Shimmer and Socialist Agenda appeal most of the remainder.

THE CRAFTYMASTER is a winning machine, completing the 6-timer with as much in hand as for any of the other victories trying this track for the first time last week, so should take all the beating again under a penalty. Midnight Shimmer went close off this mark here recently and is feared, while Socialist Agenda seems to be building up to something.

Despite his 5lb penalty THE CRAFTYMASTER should be hard to stop in his bid for the seven-timer.

18:15 Newcastle Stakes (Class 4) 8f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (4) (15/2 +0%) Lakota Brave	15/2(+0%)	(4) Lakota Brave 15/2, £70,000 yearling, Sioux Nation gelding. Dam, 6f winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 6f Galtymore Lad. Third of 9 in minor event (4/1) at this course (7.1f) on debut 11 days ago with Gemstar in second. May well do better. Debut effort 11 days ago not without promise; new trip not sure to suit but can do better.
2 2nd (3) (18/1 -125%) Gunlock	18/1(-125%)	(3) Gunlock 18/1, Into Mischief gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to smart US 8.5f/9f winner I Want Revenge. Makes belated debut for yard that has had plenty show up well first time up this winter. Useful US pedigree; yard can ready one but this is a belated racecourse debut.
3 3rd (6) (Evens +39%) Gemstar	Evens(+39%)	(6) Gemstar Evens, 280,000 gns yearling, Zoustar filly. Dam, 1m-1¼m winner, half-sister to smart 5f winner Cotai Glory. Well-backed 6/4, promising second of 9 at this course (7.1f) on debut 11 days ago, clear of rest. Sure to progress up in trip. Promising 2nd over 7f here 11 days ago (well backed); more to come and she's a key player.
4 4th (5) (150/1 -127%) Lesrico	150/1(-127%)	(5) Lesrico 150/1, Steele Tango gelding. Brother to 1¼m winner Red Derek and half-brother to 1½m winner Millie May. Dam 13f-2m winner. Suspect he'll need further. Bred to have a future but he's an unlikely winner in this field.
5th 5th (1) (13/8 -47%) Hopeful	13/8(-47%)	(1) Hopeful 13/8, 7/2, much improved after 15 months off when winning 7-runner minor event at this C&D 68 days ago, soon clear. Long odds-on second from the Karl Burke yard is another promising sort, who won well next time, and she can go on progressing. Impressive over C&D (after long absence) in January; likely hard to beat under a penalty.
6th 6th (2) (20/1 -150%) Achernar	20/1(-150%)	(2) Achernar 20/1, 65,000 gns yearling. Half-brother to several winners, including useful winner up to 1¼m Silver Grey and 1m winner Kodiac Harbour. Dam unraced. Gelding making belated debut and he's one to note. Wears tongue strap. 65,000gns half-brother to six winners; unraced dam well connected; tongue tied for debut.

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18:15 Newcastle Stakes (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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GEMSTAR was only narrowly denied on her racecourse bow over 7f here 11 days ago and the daughter of Zoustar could be hard to beat with the benefit of that experience. Hopeful returned from a lengthy to break to win at the second time of asking over C&D in January and she has to be of interest, despite shouldering a 6lb penalty. Lakota Brave should not be ruled out, while Achernar and Gunlock are noteworthy newcomers.

HOPEFUL saw off a promising subsequent winner when opening her account back from a long absence here 10 weeks ago and she's taken to follow up with the prospect of more improvement to come. Gemstar made a very encouraging start here recently and is a big threat. Achernar and Gunlock are newcomers to note making belated debuts.

Gemstar made an encouraging debut here recently but HOPEFUL bolted up over C&D in January and can defy her penalty.

18:30 Southwell Maiden (Class 4) 11f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (5) (3/1 +25%) Monterosa	3/1(+25%)	(5) Monterosa 3/1, Fair filly. 11/4, respectable fourth of 9 in minor event at Kempton (12f) 20 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Form pick. In the frame in her last four starts including on AW debut last time; looking exposed.
2 2nd (2) (17/2 -113%) Lucykeys	17/2(-113%)	(2) Lucykeys 17/2, Gleneagles filly. Half-sister to useful 9.5f winner Zenga. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, out of half-sister to top-class miler Kingman. Third of 8 in maiden (40/1) at Newcastle (10.2f) on debut 19 days ago. Should progress. Promising third on last month's Newcastle debut; a player.
3 3rd (1) (11/1 +21%) Cherry Burton	11/1(+21%)	(1) Cherry Burton 11/1, 110,000 gns yearling, Cracksman filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 11f-1½m winner Dance The Dream, 2-y-o 1m winner Rasmy and 11f winner Black Shadow, all useful. 40/1, ninth of 13 in novice at Kempton (8f) on debut. Off 118 days. Significantly up in trip. Open to progress. Well held on her Kempton debut in November; trip should suit but improvement needed.
4 4th (4) (7/1 -56%) Miss Monte Carlo	7/1(-56%)	(4) Miss Monte Carlo 7/1, Twice-raced filly. 5/4, second of 8 in maiden at Kempton (11f) 48 days ago, needing stiffer test. Should improve. Runner-up in two starts at Kempton, but didn't improve from her debut; may be vulnerable.
5th 5th (6) (100/1 -809%) Ortigia	100/1(-809%)	(6) Ortigia 100/1, Twice-raced filly. 14/1, fourth of 8 in maiden at Kempton (11f) 48 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Nearly 2l behind Miss Monte Carlo at Kempton last time; may be one for handicaps.
\|U\| \|U\| (7) (14/1 -75%) Reyaadah Star	14/1(-75%)	(7) Reyaadah Star 14/1, €30,000 yearling, New Approach filly. Sister to useful 1¼m-1½m winner Tamreer and closely related to 1¾m winner Daaris. Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner who stayed 1¼m, out of half-sister to high-class 7f/1m winner Muhtathir. One to note. Market support on debut for respected yard would be significant.
\|PU\| \|PU\| (3) (Evens +47%) Lyrical Style	Evens(+47%)	(3) Lyrical Style Evens, Dubawi filly. Dam, 7f/1m winner, half-sister to high-class Breeders' Cup Turf winner Rebel's Romance (by Dubawi). Makes plenty of appeal on paper. Bred to be useful; market should be revealing; stable 8-19 here since the Tapeta was laid.

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18:30 Southwell Maiden (Class 4) 11f Race Class Flow

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Lyrical Style boats a striking pedigree and is a highly appealing newcomer to seriously consider if the betting market shows her in a good light, while Miss Monte Carlo is shaping up nicely after finishing second in the both her previous starts and is another to bear in mind. However, preference is for MONTEROSA, who sets the standard on the formbook and could be tough to deal with after blowing away the cobwebs at Kempton last month.

LYRICAL STYLE is from the family of connections' Breeders' Cup Turf winner Rebel's Romance and can provide another winning 3-y-o newcomer for this yard. Lucykeys made a promising start when third at Newcastle and rates a big threat, while Monterosa sets the standard on the pick of her form.

This can go to the newcomer LYRICAL STYLE who is bred to be useful, while her stable is 8-19 (42%) here since the Tapeta was laid.

18:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (3) (4/1 +0%) Martin's Brig	4/1(+0%)	(3) Martin's Brig 4/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2022. Bit below form fifth of 9 in handicap at this C&D (14/1) 19 days ago. Others more persuasive. On a losing run but conditions suit and he'll appreciate this ease in grade; good chance.
2 2nd (6) (14/1 -133%) Time Patrol	14/1(-133%)	(6) Time Patrol 14/1, 10/1, bit below form fifth of 13 in minor event at Kempton (7f) 20 days ago, running on. 6f turf win (100-1) last September; some fair runs since but stamina not yet proven.
3 3rd (4) (10/1 +0%) Retirement Beckons	10/1(+0%)	(4) Retirement Beckons 10/1, C&D winner. Three wins from 17 runs last year. Latest win here in March. Respectable 4¾ lengths fifth of 9 to Ana Emaraaty in minor event at this C&D (7/1) 5 days ago, very slowly away. 50-1 defeat of Ana Emaraaty here 11 days ago but couldn't back it up last week.
4 4th (2) (3/1 +25%) Odd Socks Havana	3/1(+25%)	(2) Odd Socks Havana 3/1, 3-time C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 6/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap at this C&D 21 days ago. One to consider. Conditions to suit and comes here in good form; suspicion something will prove stronger.
5th 5th (5) (5/4 +44%) Kraken Diamond	5/4(+44%)	(5) Kraken Diamond 5/4, 4/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, very good second of 8 in minor event at Kempton (8f) 13 days ago, clear of rest. Big shout. Improved for cheekpieces when second at Kempton 13 days ago; should have more to come.
6th 6th (7) (10/1 +29%) Mr Coco Bean	10/1(+29%)	(7) Mr Coco Bean 10/1, Thirty eight runs since last win in 2021. Respectable 4 lengths fourth of 9 to Ana Emaraaty in minor event at this C&D (12/1) 5 days ago. On a long losing run and he's finished behind some of these rivals twice this month.

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18:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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ODD SOCKS HAVANA has made the frame on his last couple of starts and is clearly on a workable mark, which just gives him the edge in this open event. Martin's Brig could be a big threat if returning to the form that saw him finish a close third over 7f here two starts ago. Others to consider are Retirement Beckons and Kraken Diamond.

KRAKEN DIAMOND pulled clear of the remainder when runner-up on his second start for Brian Toomey at Kempton a fortnight ago and has a big shout if in the same sort of form back in a handicap. Odd Socks Havana might be the danger.

Martin's Brig is interesting dropped in class but KRAKEN DIAMOND is fancied to build on his recent Kempton second.

19:00 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 12f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (3) (2/1 +27%) Melek Alreeh	2/1(+27%)	(3) Melek Alreeh 2/1, Off 6 months, good second of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 9/2) 15 days ago, finishing well. Player. Beaten a neck on recent return from six months off; major player if taking a step forward.
2 2nd (7) (9/4 -50%) Optician	9/4(-50%)	(7) Optician 9/4, 8/13, improved again to complete 4-timer in 8-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 18 days ago, readily. Expected to be bang there again. 4-4 for this yard at Wolverhampton with a tongue-tie added; feared if as effective here.
3 3rd (2) (4/1 +27%) Real Terms	4/1(+27%)	(2) Real Terms 4/1, Creditable seventh of 12 in handicap at this course (12.1f, 20/1) 17 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Has won over this far on turf and is back off her last winning mark; a case can be made.
4 4th (1) (25/1 -25%) Buxted Too	25/1(-25%)	(1) Buxted Too 25/1, Five wins from 11 runs last year. Seventh of 8 in handicap (40/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 18 days ago. Back up in trip. Modest since returning to the AW in November and best watched for now.
5th 5th (4) (13/2 +7%) Animato	13/2(+7%)	(4) Animato 13/2, Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. Twelfth of 13 in handicap (33/1) at this course (16.5f) 17 days ago. Back down in trip. Others more persuasive. Ran well to finish third over C&D on penultimate start, but losing run is up to 16.
6th 6th (6) (100/1 -300%) Rebel Angel	100/1(-300%)	(6) Rebel Angel 100/1, Winner at Les Sables-d'Olonne in October. Below form eighth of 17 in novice hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, soft, 100/1) 60 days ago. Fair on the Flat, bit below form on last Flat outing. Nothing since debuting for this yard in November including over hurdles; has had a wind op.
7th 7th (5) (7/1 -27%) Birthday Angel	7/1(-27%)	(5) Birthday Angel 7/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fourth of 7 in novice at Lingfield (12f, AW, 8/1) 36 days ago. Makes handicap debut. In the frame in three Polytrack novices; may show even more now contesting a handicap.

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19:00 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow

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OPTICIAN has done just what is required to win his last four starts and may still have more to give despite going up 15lb in the handicap since early December. That date coincided with the gelding's debut for the Shaun Lycett yard and, having obviously flourished for his new connections, the son of Expert Eye is hard to oppose while on such a roll. Melek Alreeh rates a viable alternative on the back of a near-miss over this trip at Wolverhampton last time, while Birthday Angel rates a player on his handicap debut off a workable mark.

OPTICIAN made it 4 in a row with a smooth success at Wolverhampton and the 5-timer looks on the cards. Melek Alreeh is the obvious threat having gone close at Wolverhampton 2 weeks ago after 6 months off,

The vote goes to the unexposed 5yo MELEK ALREEH who was only just beaten on his recent return from six months off.

19:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (2) (7/2 +13%) Mumayaz	7/2(+13%)	(2) Mumayaz 7/2, Arrives on a lengthy losing run but consistency impossible to knock, again running with credit when close third of 8 in handicap (9/4) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 25 days ago. Likely to be thereabouts again. Has been expensive to follow; it's hard to see him not getting involved though.
2 2nd (4) (12/1 +0%) Crypto Quest	12/1(+0%)	(4) Crypto Quest 12/1, Course winner. Latest win here in November. 3/1, first run since leaving Ian McInnes when seventh of 8 in handicap at this course (5f) 33 days ago. Others more persuasive. Remains on a winning mark and won't mind the step up from 5f; shortlisted.
3 3rd (10) (15/2 +46%) Redzone	15/2(+46%)	(10) Redzone 15/2, 3-time C&D winner. Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Back from 9 months off when sixth of 8 in handicap over C&D (25/1) 19 days ago. May have needed that but percentage call is to look elsewhere. Cheekpieces back on. Couple of absences in recent times and has regressed; only holds outside claims.
4 4th (5) (5/1 -11%) Flash The Dash	5/1(-11%)	(5) Flash The Dash 5/1, Tumbled down the weights and back on scoreboard when taking 10-runner handicap over C&D last month. Ran just as well in defeat here since and is one for shortlist. Solid effort latest in a race than didn't pan out his way; player back into a bigger field.
5th 5th (9) (10/1 -67%) Beneficiary	10/1(-67%)	(9) Beneficiary 10/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Chelmsford City in February. 5/2, fifth of 6 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 3 days ago. Looks competitive on form. High in the weights and wants to settle much better than at the weekend back up from 5f.
6th 6th (8) (7/1 +50%) Asadjumeirah	7/1(+50%)	(8) Asadjumeirah 7/1, C&D winner. Thirty four runs since last win in 2022. Fifth of 8 in handicap at this C&D (11/2) 19 days ago, slowly away. Others more appealing. Dual C&D winner who's on a losing run of 34; hard to trust now.
7th 7th (12) (12/1 +25%) Yazaman	12/1(+25%)	(12) Yazaman 12/1, Temperamental sort. One win from 38 Flat runs. Thirty seven runs since last win in 2020. 9/1, creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 14 days ago. Makes limited appeal. Found his level again and will be happier down from 7f; some way down the pecking order.
8th 8th (6) (6/1 -71%) The Gay Blade	6/1(-71%)	(6) The Gay Blade 6/1, Returned to winning ways over C&D in January and followed up at Chelmsford City (7f) a week later. Back to that sort of form when placed here latest and holds solid claims. No excuses latest, when allowed his own way in a small field (just behind Flash The Dash).
9th 9th (3) (8/1 +43%) Russco	8/1(+43%)	(3) Russco 8/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2021. Blinkered for 1st time, respectable fourth of 11 in handicap at this course (7.1f, 17/2), faring best of those ridden prominently. Off 123 days. Worth a second look in the market. Continued to regress for his current yard last year; another furlong would have been ideal.
10th 10th (1) (25/1 +0%) Pocket The Packet	25/1(+0%)	(1) Pocket The Packet 25/1, C&D winner. 25/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at this C&D. Off 165 days. Claims on best form. This is easier than he's used to and market confidence would see him enter calculations.

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19:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

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FLASH THE DASH scored over C&D on his penultimate start before following that up when returning here to fill the runner-up spot. The handicapper raised him 1lb for that latest effort and the five-year-old boast strong credentials in his bid to go one better. The Gay Blade was one place behind the selection on the latter occasion and is likely to enter the reckoning, while others worth considering are Warminster and Asadjumeirah.

FLASH THE DASH has returned to form of late and remains feasibly treated, He gets the nod in an open-looking contest. The Gay Blade and Mumayaz head the list of dangers.

Preference is for CRYPTO QUEST, whose first run for Gemma Tutty can be ignored. Flash The Dash is next best.

19:30 Southwell Handicap (Class 4) 5f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (7) (6/1 -71%) Ziggy's Missile	6/1(-71%)	(7) Ziggy's Missile 6/1, Lightly-raced winner. Career best when winning 5-runner handicap (4/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 15 days ago, well on top finish. Whether he will confirm those placings with the third, Lieutenant Rascal, who renews rivalry on 6 lb better terms, remains to be seen. Improved to win a Wolverhampton handicap on last month's return; this is tougher up 5lb.
2 2nd (3) (50/1 -150%) Mini Magna	50/1(-150%)	(3) Mini Magna 50/1, Two wins from 6 runs last year. First run since leaving Ed Dunlop when 8¼ lengths fifth of 6 to Torvar in handicap (28/1) at Newcastle (5f) 33 days ago. Down 2 lb and while he clearly has work to do, that was his first outing for 5 months, so he should be sharper now. Two wins on turf last summer; low-key stable debut last month; others look stronger.
3 3rd (5) (6/1 -20%) Torvar	6/1(-20%)	(5) Torvar 6/1, 8/1, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at Newcastle (5f) 33 days ago. 5 lb rise demands more but he's clearly on an upward curve and has to be respected in his hat-trick bid. Won 3 of his last 4 but flying up the weights and he's taking on some interesting rivals.
4 4th (6) (8/1 -60%) Lieutenant Rascal	8/1(-60%)	(6) Lieutenant Rascal 8/1, Winner at Brighton in September. 5/6, 2¼ lengths third of 5 to Ziggy's Missile in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 15 days ago. Entitled to come on for that run and bold show likely with blinkers refitted here. Odds-on fav for reappearance but only managed 3rd behind Ziggy's Missile; blinkers return.
5th 5th (4) (13/8 +1%) Cargin Bhui	13/8(+1%)	(4) Cargin Bhui 13/8, Thrice-raced winner. Successful at Wolverhampton in January. Second of 12 in minor event at Newcastle (6f, 9/2) 45 days ago. More needed now handicapping but he's anything but exposed. Two good runs on AW in January; could have been let in lightly for this handicap debut.
6th 6th (2) (11/4 +61%) Barnwell Boy	11/4(+61%)	(2) Barnwell Boy 11/4, Lightly-raced winner. 11/1, fifth of 7 in nursery at Chester (5.1f, soft). Off 178 days ahead of this tapeta debut and needs to take a step forward if he's to play a leading role. Didn't progress after hugely impressive debut win last May; has been gelded; down in class.
7th 7th (1) (11/1 +45%) World Of Darcy	11/1(+45%)	(1) World Of Darcy 11/1, Latest win at Nottingham in October. Eighth of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW, 80/1) 11 days ago. Looks up against it now switched to tapeta. Drops in trip and class today but others appeal as being better treated.

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19:30 Southwell Handicap (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

ZIGGY'S MISSILE kept on in good style to score over this trip at Wolverhampton last month and a 5lb higher mark might not be enough to prevent Rober Cowell's colt registering back-to-back wins. Lieutenant Rascal was two and a quarter lengths behind in third in that race but has a feasible chance of turning the form around on the revised terms (6lb better off). However, Wolverhampton 5f winner Cargin Bhui has bags of scope for improvement in races of this nature and is feared most now he drops back to the minimum trip for his handicap debut.

LIEUTENANT RASCAL failed to land the odds when third to Ziggy's Missile back from a break at Wolverhampton recently, but he was only beaten 2¼ lengths and meets that rival on 6 lb better terms. Consequently, George Scott's charge is taken to emerge on top this time and while Ziggy's Missile is certainly not discounted, a bigger threat may be posed by the hat-trick seeking Torvar.

Cargin Bhui looks well handicapped but BARNWELL BOY drops in class on his return and this might be the day to catch him.

19:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 4) 6f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (2/1 -14%) Grand Traverse	2/1(-14%)	(1) Grand Traverse 2/1, Well-bred sort with fairly useful form in France, winning 7f newcomers race at Fontainebleau. Sold from A. Fabre 38,000 gns in October, then gelded. Makes AW/handicap debut and one to note for new yard after 10 months off. Clear promise for A Fabre before 38,000gns sale; market useful now sprinting for new yard.
2 2nd (8) (11/2 +8%) Dream For Gold	11/2(+8%)	(8) Dream For Gold 11/2, Off 4 months/gelded, bit below form fifth of 12 in handicap (4/1) at this course (5f) 31 days ago. Should be sharper for that and good shout back over 6f. Showed good speed on his reappearance last month (5f); dropped 2lb and one to consider.
3 3rd (3) (7/2 -17%) Al Farabi	7/2(-17%)	(3) Al Farabi 7/2, Winner at Kempton in October. Good second of 11 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 2/1) 23 days ago, denied on the nod. Respected. Improved effort dropped to 6f latest; stiff test at the trip should suit; obvious chance.
4 4th (9) (22/1 -57%) Northern Spirit	22/1(-57%)	(9) Northern Spirit 22/1, C&D winner. Three wins from 11 runs last year. Off 5 months, eighth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 15/2) 26 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Two C&D wins last year; sharper for last month's return but looks a shade high in weights.
5th 5th (5) (7/1 -40%) Metaverse	7/1(-40%)	(5) Metaverse 7/1, Winner at Kempton in January. 14/1, good fourth of 11 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 23 days ago, nearest finish (Al Farabi second). Makes tapeta debut. Progressive and can go well. Good 4th at Kempton (Al Farabi 2nd) on recent h'cap debut; more to come on straight track.
6th 6th (7) (12/1 +0%) Swiss Ace	12/1(+0%)	(7) Swiss Ace 12/1, Latest win here in December, from Al Farabi. 8/1, respectable sixth of 13 in handicap at this course (7.1f) 37 days ago. Caught the eye here before that. Might be vulnerable back sprinting. Beat Al Farabi over 7f here in December but that trip probably more suitable than today's.
7th 7th (4) (10/1 +50%) Mondammej	10/1(+50%)	(4) Mondammej 10/1, Unreliable type. C&D winner. Thirty three runs since last win in 2021. 11/1, respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at this C&D 21 days ago, left poorly placed. Returning to Class 4 will suit and he's fully effective over C&D; each-way shout.
8th 8th (2) (10/1 -11%) Admiral D	10/1(-11%)	(2) Admiral D 10/1, Ungenuine sort who ended long losing run at Kempton in November. Fifth of 6 in handicap (9/2) at this course (7.1f) 24 days ago, soon crying enough once pressure was applied. Frustrating sort but more than capable off this mark when getting a pace to aim at.
9th 9th (6) (16/1 -60%) Haziym	16/1(-60%)	(6) Haziym 16/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. 25/1, creditable fifth of 11 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 23 days ago, not clear run. On a good mark now; P Mulrennan a good booking; should go well.

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19:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 4 race.

AL FARABI went close on his first attempt over 6f when beaten a short-head at Kempton last month, with Metaverse (fourth) and Haziym (fifth) in behind, and Roger Varian's gelding is entitled to be sharper for that experience. The aforementioned Metaverse is likely to progress from that effort based on the fact it was his handicap debut, while any market support for Grand Traverse would make him of interest.

DREAM FOR GOLD could be a sprint handicapper to follow this year for Kevin Ryan and on the back of an encouraging return in a useful race here last month he makes the most appeal. Unexposed-improver Metaverse is a big danger, while Al Farabi can go well again.

Grand Traverse is an intriguing contender but there should be more to come from METAVERSE and he could be well suited by this test.

20:00 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (10/3 -21%) Moulin Booj	10/3(-21%)	(1) Moulin Booj 10/3, Latest win at Bath in September. 10/3, good second of 5 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 26 days ago. Another bold show likely. Second at Chelmsford on his return and that form has been well advertised; leading claims.
2 2nd (2) (16/1 +0%) Level Up	16/1(+0%)	(2) Level Up 16/1, C&D winner. Five wins from 21 runs last year. Latest success at Lingfield in January. 22/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 17 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Seven wins since joining Dave Evans, including C&D; on last winning mark; can't discount.
3 3rd (6) (7/1 -56%) Darlo Pride	7/1(-56%)	(6) Darlo Pride 7/1, Good second of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 3/1) 15 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. 2 lb nudge for that near-miss is fair enough and he should have a part to play. Making good progress in AW handicaps; first run here but should remain competitive.
4 4th (3) (10/3 +45%) Rodborough	10/3(+45%)	(3) Rodborough 10/3, Three-time C&D winner, the latest gained in January. Last of 11 in handicap (12/1) at Newcastle (5f) 37 days ago. Clearly wasn't herself that day and would have a chance if back to her best. Seems ideally suited by today's C&D; needs a career best but that's possible.
5th 5th (9) (5/1 +23%) Jeans Maite	5/1(+23%)	(9) Jeans Maite 5/1, Four-time C&D winner. 6/1, creditable 1¾ lengths second of 10 to Rodborough in handicap at this C&D 61 days ago. Not without each-way hope. Found only Rodborough too strong over C&D in January; same mark; should go well again.
6th 6th (10) (40/1 -60%) Popular Dream	40/1(-60%)	(10) Popular Dream 40/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fourth of 9 in maiden (11/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f). Off 10 months ahead of this yard/handicap debut and improvement is needed. His new stable is going well but likely best watched back from ten months off.
7th 7th (5) (11/1 -100%) Sugar Hill Babe	11/1(-100%)	(5) Sugar Hill Babe 11/1, Latest win at Newcastle in February. Creditable second of 11 in handicap (10/1) at Newcastle (5f) 11 days ago, slowly away. Place possibilities. Improved efforts on Tapeta the last twice; further progress required up another 4lb.
8th 8th (8) (17/2 -70%) Whisky Mcgonagall	17/2(-70%)	(8) Whisky Mcgonagall 17/2, One win from 3 runs last year. 20/1, creditable second of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 64 days ago, no match for winner. Expected to be bang there. Good 2nd at Newcastle last time; can win AW handicaps but perhaps not this one.
9th 9th (7) (7/1 +36%) Son Of Sampers	7/1(+36%)	(7) Son Of Sampers 7/1, Ninth of 12 in handicap (28/1) at Newcastle (5f) 31 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Return to Class 5 can help and Rossa Ryan booked; could yet come good for his new yard.
10th 10th (4) (50/1 -150%) Sassy Belle	50/1(-150%)	(4) Sassy Belle 50/1, Latest win at Leicester in October. 14/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at this course (6.1f) 54 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Yet to shine for new stable and she has something to prove dropping to 5f.
11th 11th (11) (150/1 -200%) Harry With Style	150/1(-200%)	(11) Harry With Style 150/1, 100/1, last of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 8 days ago, badly hampered. Best to look elsewhere. Badly hampered when looking held at Wolverhampton last week; return to 5f a +.

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20:00 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

MOULIN BOOJ was a close second over 5f at Chelmsford a month ago and could provide his supporters with some compensation off the same mark here. That said, Darlo Pride has been running consistently well of late and is more than capable of giving the selection plenty to think about. Others to consider are Sugar Hill Babe, Level Up and Jeans Maite.

The vote goes to WHISKY MCGONAGALL, who has low-mileage for a 4-y-o and put in a good shift on just his second start on the all-weather when chasing home a progressive rival off this mark at Newcastle in January. Moulin Booj went down all guns blazing back from a break at Chelmsford and he is likely to be in the thick of things once again, while Darlo Pride and Rodborough are other live candidates.

Darlo Pride should be involved but MOULIN BOOJ (nap)'s reappearance second has been well franked since and he can defy top weight.

20:15 Newcastle Stakes (Class 6) 5f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (7) (7/2 -17%) Sherdil	7/2(-17%)	(7) Sherdil 7/2, Modest gelding. Ending long losing run in 8-runner minor event at this C&D (3/1) 21 days ago. Can go well once more. Finally took advantage of reduced mark here three weeks ago; set to go well again.
2 2nd (3) (9/4 +25%) Golden Rainbow	9/4(+25%)	(3) Golden Rainbow 9/4, Modest gelding. 11/2 and tongue strap on for 1st time, won 8-runner minor event at this C&D 21 days ago by neck from Another Angel. Good shout again. Well backed when returning to form in a similar event here 3 weeks ago; can go well again.
3 3rd (1) (10/1 -67%) Another Angel	10/1(-67%)	(1) Another Angel 10/1, Modest gelding. Three wins from 20 runs last year. 11/2, eighth of 11 in minor event at Southwell (5f) 14 days ago. Second to Rockley Point in this last year. Conditions to suit and went close behind Golden Rainbow here last month; less good latest.
4 4th (6) (14/1 -100%) Rockley Point	14/1(-100%)	(6) Rockley Point 14/1, Modest gelding. 4-time course winner. Seventeen runs since last win (in this) in 2023. 11/4, 8¼ lengths seventh of 8 to Sherdil in minor event at this C&D 21 days ago, finishing weakly. Should bounce back. Veteran who failed to fire when fav for a similar race last time; vulnerable once more.
5th 5th (2) (4/1 +20%) Blackcurrent	4/1(+20%)	(2) Blackcurrent 4/1, Modest gelding. 4-time C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 5/2, sixth of 7 in minor event at Chelmsford City (6f) 19 days ago. Six-time course winner; expensive to follow of late but returning to 5f can help.
6th 6th (5) (33/1 -65%) Independent Beauty	33/1(-65%)	(5) Independent Beauty 33/1, Modest mare. Remains a maiden after 33 Flat runs. 2¼ lengths fourth of 8 to Sherdil in minor event at this C&D (14/1) 21 days ago. Something to find on form. Exposed 33-race maiden; not beaten far here last time but others look more appealing.
7th 7th (4) (10/1 -67%) Hard Nut	10/1(-67%)	(4) Hard Nut 10/1, Modest gelding. Nineteen runs since last win in 2019. Creditable 1¾ lengths third of 8 to Golden Rainbow in minor event (18/1) at this C&D 21 days ago, not clear run. Unlucky in running behind two of these here last time; no banker to be in the same form.
8th 8th (8) (11/2 +54%) Tantastic	11/2(+54%)	(8) Tantastic 11/2, Modest gelding. C&D winner. Bit below form seventh of 12 in minor event (9/1) at this C&D 39 days ago. C&D winner but on a losing run and remains vulnerable for win purposes.

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20:15 Newcastle Stakes (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 6 race.

SHERDIL returned to winning ways over C&D when landing the second division of a classified event last month and a repeat of that performance would make him a tough nut to crack. Golden Rainbow took the first division of the same contest when benefiting from dropping out of handicap company and he is expected to uphold form with Another Angel, who filled the runner-up spot.

Plenty of the regulars for this sort of contest here, with GOLDEN RAINBOW fancied to strike again after his victory from Another Angel over C&D 3 weeks ago. Sherdil took the second division of that race and can go well again. Last year's winner Rockley Point is another to consider.

Blackcurrent should go well back at 5f but SHERDIL is tentatively selected to follow up last month's C&D win.

20:30 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 7f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 1st (1) (10/3 -11%) One More Dream	10/3(-11%)	(1) One More Dream 10/3, Three wins from 14 runs last year. Latest win at Newcastle in March. Creditable second of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 2/1) 4 days ago. Big player in current form. Running well lately including a Newcastle win over this trip; should go well again.
2 2nd (5) (6/1 -20%) Berkshire Phantom	6/1(-20%)	(5) Berkshire Phantom 6/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Wolverhampton in February. 9/2, good fourth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 25 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Looks competitive on form. C&D winner; successful twice over 7f at Wolverhampton last month; respected back in trip.
3 3rd (4) (9/1 +25%) Gobi Sunset	9/1(+25%)	(4) Gobi Sunset 9/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap (6/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) 11 days ago. Others look stronger. Back off last winning mark and best effort since when a close second here; interesting.
4 4th (3) (5/1 +23%) Beauty Choice	5/1(+23%)	(3) Beauty Choice 5/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. Fifth of 8 in handicap (16/5) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 25 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Can make his presence felt. Return to this trip should suit and has run well in both previous visits here; shortlisted.
5th 5th (6) (14/1 +0%) Surprise Picture	14/1(+0%)	(6) Surprise Picture 14/1, Three wins from 17 runs last year. Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. 11/2, last of 8 in handicap there (8.6f) 25 days ago. Looks vulnerable once more. Still 4lb above last winning mark and unplaced in four vists here; others preferred.
6th 6th (2) (9/2 +18%) Fox Power	9/2(+18%)	(2) Fox Power 9/2, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 9/2, good third of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 10 days ago. Very much an each-way player. Has only won one of his last 32 starts and another furlong would have been preferable.
7th 7th (11) (17/2 -70%) Kitaab	17/2(-70%)	(11) Kitaab 17/2, Unreliable individual. Course winner. Winner here in February. 7/2, good second of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 25 days ago. Claims if he puts his best foot forward. Running well over 6f lately including a win here, but not sure this trip so suitable.
8th 8th (9) (22/1 -57%) August	22/1(-57%)	(9) August 22/1, 9/2 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, below form fifth of 9 in minor event at Newcastle (7.1f) 11 days ago. Yard saddles a stronger candidate in Fox Power. 0-9; disappointing since finishing runner-up in first two starts for this yard.
9th 9th (7) (25/1 -25%) Shaw Park	25/1(-25%)	(7) Shaw Park 25/1, Ninth of 11 in handicap (25/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 10 days ago and hard to warm to on the back of that low-key display. Yard also fields Seven Brothers. In the frame in five of his first eight starts, but last two efforts not amongst his best.
10th 10th (10) (28/1 -100%) Seven Brothers	28/1(-100%)	(10) Seven Brothers 28/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Fifth of 10 in handicap (22/1) at this course (6.1f) 26 days ago. Something to find on form. Losing run up to 12, but ran well on his return from an absence last time; each-way claims.
11th 11th (8) (11/1 +8%) Royal Musketeer	11/1(+8%)	(8) Royal Musketeer 11/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in December. 22/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 31 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Twice held since winning over C&D, but the return here could revive him.
12th 12th (12) (66/1 -100%) A Pint Of Bear	66/1(-100%)	(12) A Pint Of Bear 66/1, Course winner. Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. Eleventh of 12 in handicap (22/1) at that course (7.2f) 31 days ago. Opposable, Won over 7f at Wolverhampton in January, but was given a shrewd ride and well held since.

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20:30 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow

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

KITAAB won over 6f here two starts ago and confirmed that was no fluke when a neck second at Wolverhampton last time. Off just a 1lb higher mark, the five-year-old could take some stopping. Berkshire Phantom's winning run came to an end when last seen but he should not be underestimated in this company. One More Dream edges out Fox Power to be best of the rest.

ONE MORE DREAM has returned to form in recent weeks, posting solid efforts in defeat either side of his Newcastle success at the beginning of this month. He looks sure to give another good account and gets the nod ahead of Berkshire Phantom, who came up short in his hat-trick bid at Wolverhampton but he wasn't seen to best effect on that occasion and is likely to get a strong pace to aim at here. Fox Power makes each-way appeal, along with Beauty Choice and Kitaab in a competitive handicap.

It may be worth chancing GOBI SUNSET who is back off his last winning mark. His best effort since then came in his only outing here.

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Tomform Tuesday 12th March 2024

Races & Results Tuesday 12th March 2024

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13:30 Cheltenham Novices Hurdle (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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13:50 Sedgefield Novices Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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14:10 Cheltenham Maiden Chase (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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14:30 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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14:50 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 25f Race Class Flow

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15:10 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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15:30 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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15:50 Sedgefield Handicap Chase (Class 4) 27f Race Class Flow

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16:10 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 20f Race Class Flow

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16:30 Sedgefield Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 17f Race Class Flow

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16:38 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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16:50 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

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17:00 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

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17:05 Sedgefield NH Flat Race (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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17:15 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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17:30 Cheltenham Maiden Chase (Class 1) 30f Race Class Flow

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17:40 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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17:55 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 16f Race Class Flow

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18:15 Newcastle Stakes (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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18:30 Southwell Maiden (Class 4) 11f Race Class Flow

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18:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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19:00 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow

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19:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

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19:30 Southwell Handicap (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow

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19:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow