Tomform Saturday 1st April 2023

There were 35 Races on Saturday 1st April 2023 across 5 meetings. There was 7 races at Kempton, 7 races at Uttoxeter, 8 races at Doncaster, 6 races at Stratford, 7 races at Chelmsford-City, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Saturday 1st April 2023

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

13:30 Kempton Stakes (Class 5) 10f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(7) Diamond Heart (250/1 -100%)
Diamond Heart

250/1(-100%)
(7) Diamond Heart 250/1, 19¼ lengths eighth of 9 to Burglar in minor event at Lingfield (8f, AW, 40/1) on debut 35 days ago. Up in trip.
1
1st (6) Radetsky Marsch (16/1 -45%)
Radetsky Marsch

16/1(-45%)
(6) Radetsky Marsch 16/1, Matched debut form when second of 8 in novice event at Ayr (8f, heavy). Off 177 days. Up in trip, which is far from certain to suit on pedigree.
2
2nd (2) My Lion (5.5/1 +8%)
My Lion

5.5/1(+8%)
(2) My Lion 5.5/1, Confirmed debut promise when winning 10-runner novice event (7/4) at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm), keeping on well. Off 180 days. Up in trip. More to come this year.
3
3rd (1) Burglar (0.5/1 -14%)
Burglar

0.5/1(-14%)
(1) Burglar 0.5/1, Cracksman colt. Closely related to smart 1¼m-1½m winner Frankly Darling and half-brother to several winners, including smart 1¼m-1¾m winner First In Line. Dam, runner-up in Lancashire Oaks. 10/11, won 9-runner novice at Lingfield (8f, AW) on debut 35 days ago, forging clear. More to come up in trip.
4
4th (4) Incremental (9/1 +44%)
Incremental

9/1(+44%)
(4) Incremental 9/1, First foal, dam, French 1¼m winner, half-sister to winner up to 1m Silent Name and 1m /8.5f winner Salto (both smart) out of smart winner up to 1m (2-y-o 6f winner) Danzigaway, herself half-sister to high-class French 1m/9f performer Gold Away. Lot to like on paper and a stablemate of Burglar.
5th
5th (5) Order Of Malta (6/1 +25%)
Order Of Malta

6/1(+25%)
(5) Order Of Malta 6/1, Promising stat to career when third of 11 in novice event at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 12/1) on debut. Off 119 days. Likely to improve.
6th
6th (3) Desfondado (40/1 -21%)
Desfondado

40/1(-21%)
(3) Desfondado 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 5/1, first run since leaving Jim Boyle when third of 5 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 42 days ago. Vulnerable to improvers.
LTO Selection:

13:30 Kempton Stakes (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

BURGLAR defied his inexperience when stealing a march on the opposition at Lingfield on his racecourse bow in February, and the manner of victory suggested the extra couple of furlongs would pose no concern. My Lion scored at the second attempt at Windsor in October when building nicely from her debut and she is likely to progress going up in trip. Radetsky Marsch, who placed on both outings last year, and Order Of Malta are both more than capable of being in the mix.

BURGLAR is bred to be smart and was talented enough to overcome obvious greenness when making a winning debut at Lingfield last month, well on top at the finish. On pedigree, this trip is sure to suit and he's expected to successfully concede weight all round. My Lion also won last time and could be useful, so she can chase the selection home.

There's little in it against three rivals in terms of form but Lingfield debut winner BURGLAR seems to bring clearly the most potential.


13:50 Doncaster Stakes (Class 2) 5f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Doddie's Impact (11/1 +21%)
Doddie's Impact

11/1(+21%)
(3) Doddie's Impact 11/1, Foaled February 19. £6,000 yearling, Pearl Secret colt. Half-brother to 7f/1m winner Bake. Dam unraced. Yard 1-15 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
2
2nd (16) Valadero (3/1 -84%)
Valadero

3/1(-84%)
(16) Valadero 3/1, Foaled March 15. €80,000 foal, €250,000 yearling, Starspangledbanner colt. Dam, 9.5f winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 1m (stayed 1¼m) Steip Amach. Yard 0-7 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months. Easily the most expensive of these at the sales so well worth a look.
3
3rd (2) Charged Up (28/1 -12%)
Charged Up

28/1(-12%)
(2) Charged Up 28/1, Foaled Mar 5. 24,000 gns f, €32,000 y, Expert Eye colt. Closely related to 5f winner Electric Love and half-brother to 2 winners, including 2-y-o 7f winner My Maharani. Dam, 2-y-o 6f/7f winner, half-sister to very smart winner up to 6f Glass Slippers. Yard 0-10 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
4
4th (1) Alfa Whiteburd (18/1 +36%)
Alfa Whiteburd

18/1(+36%)
(1) Alfa Whiteburd 18/1, Foaled March 27. Cotai Glory colt. Dam 7f winner. Yard 1-12 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
5th
5th (7) Havana Prince (50/1 +24%)
Havana Prince

50/1(+24%)
(7) Havana Prince 50/1, Foaled January 12. £8,000 yearling, Havana Grey colt. Half-brother to 7f/1m winner Ascraeus. Dam, unraced, closely related to useful winning sprinter Pearl Acclaim. Yard 0-2 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
6th
6th (11) Old Chums (9/1 +25%)
Old Chums

9/1(+25%)
(11) Old Chums 9/1, Foaled January 31. Kodiac colt. Dam, winner up to 1m (2-y-o 6f winner), half-sister to useful 2-y-o 5f winner Piece of Paradise. Yard 0-10 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
7th
7th (8) Indication Call (4.5/1 +31%)
Indication Call

4.5/1(+31%)
(8) Indication Call 4.5/1, Foaled March 30. 27,000 gns foal, €42,000 yearling, Soldier's Call colt. Dam, ran once, closely related to smart 2-y-o 6f winner Toocoolforschool. Yard 14-73 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months. Likely type.
8th
8th (13) Regal Fighter (50/1 +38%)
Regal Fighter

50/1(+38%)
(13) Regal Fighter 50/1, Foaled April 20. 3,000 gns yearling, Decorated Knight colt. Half-brother to several winners, including 9.5f-12.5f winner Taekwondo and 6.5f winner Taramana, both in France. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 9f-1½m winner Tarwila. Yard 1-15 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
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9th (10) No Sinner (28/1 +15%)
No Sinner

28/1(+15%)
(10) No Sinner 28/1, Foaled March 14. 1,500 gns foal, 5,000 gns yearling, Coach House colt. Closely related to 7f-1¼m winner It's A Love Thing and half-brother to 7f winner No Saint. Dam 5f winner. Yard 0-2 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months. Trainer has won this 6 times but latest was 10 years ago.
10th
10th (12) Part Time Britain (25/1 +11%)
Part Time Britain

25/1(+11%)
(12) Part Time Britain 25/1, Foaled March 11. 30,000 gns foal, 21,000 gns yearling, Massaat gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners, including useful Italian 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Don Chicco. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 1m-10.3f winner Khairaat. Yard 0-24 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
11th
11th (15) Tees Douge (14/1 +30%)
Tees Douge

14/1(+30%)
(15) Tees Douge 14/1, Foaled January 13. £25,000 yearling, Dream Ahead gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including 7f winner Bear Faced and 5f winner Mercenary Rose. Dam winner up to 8.6f (2-y-o 6f winner). Yard 1-10 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
12th
12th (5) Eyeros (50/1 +0%)
Eyeros

50/1(+0%)
(5) Eyeros 50/1, Foaled March 19. Soldier's Call colt. Half-brother to winner abroad by Mehmas. Dam unraced out of useful 2-y-o 1m winner (stayed 1½m) Timabiyra. Yard 1-10 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
13th
13th (9) Loaded Gun (5/1 -25%)
Loaded Gun

5/1(-25%)
(9) Loaded Gun 5/1, Foaled March 3. €30,000 foal, €75,000 yearling, Magna Grecia colt. Half-brother to 5f-6f winner Another Bertie. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, half-sister to 5f winner (would probably have stayed 1m) Roxan. Yard 5-99 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months. One to note.
14th
14th (14) Sankari (12/1 +25%)
Sankari

12/1(+25%)
(14) Sankari 12/1, Foaled February 10. £35,000 yearling, Ribchester colt. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner. Yard 1-19 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
15th
15th (6) Go To Work (11/1 +56%)
Go To Work

11/1(+56%)
(6) Go To Work 11/1, Foaled January 5. £19,000 yearling, Inns of Court gelding. Half-brother to 6f winner Babe Alicious. Dam, maiden (stayed 10.5f), half-sister to useful 1m winner Live Concert. Wears tongue strap. Yard 0-24 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
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16th (18) Mullingar Girl (80/1 -21%)
Mullingar Girl

80/1(-21%)
(18) Mullingar Girl 80/1, Foaled March 10. 11,000 gns yearling, Churchill filly. Dam 5f winner out of smart 5f/6f (including at 2 yrs) winner Beyond Desire. Yard 0-6 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months.
LTO Selection:

13:50 Doncaster Stakes (Class 2) 5f Race Class Flow

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

An intriguing Brocklesby to kick off the Lincoln meeting with several interesting juveniles lining up, but marginal preference lies with the Karl Burke-trained INDICATION CALL. His dam is a half-sister to Toocoolforschool, who landed the Mill Reef for this stable, and the son of first-season sire Soldier's Call could well make a pleasing start to his racing career. Valadero cost 250,000 euros as a yearling so must be feared, while Loaded Gun is just one other to bear in mind.

The market should provide plenty of clues for the curtain-raiser to the Turf Flat season, but the speedily-bred INDICATION CALL is an obvious place to start given the form of Karl Burke's juveniles last term. Valadero's sales price rose significantly from foal to yearling and he looks another likely type, while Loaded Gun is an interesting contender for Andrew Balding.

The Flat turf season is back and VALADERO, who has strong credentials, is taken to win the opener. Indication Call is feared most.


14:05 Kempton Listed (Class 1) 10f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Foxes Tales (2.5/1 +50%)
Foxes Tales

2.5/1(+50%)
(2) Foxes Tales 2.5/1, Smart gelding. Good 3¼ lengths third of 8 to Lord North in Winter Derby (11/1) at Lingfield (10f, AW) 35 days ago, caught further back than ideal. Remains unexposed on AW.
2
2nd (7) Rogue Millennium (33/1 -18%)
Rogue Millennium

33/1(-18%)
(7) Rogue Millennium 33/1, Useful filly. Two wins from 6 runs last year. 37 lengths last of 13 to Creative Flair in Pride Stakes at Newmarket (10f, good, 16/1). Off 176 days. Makes polytrack debut.
3
3rd (3) Phantom Flight (3.5/1 -5%)
Phantom Flight

3.5/1(-5%)
(3) Phantom Flight 3.5/1, Smart colt. Three wins from 6 runs last year. 10/11, 8 lengths seventh of 11 to Royal Champion in listed race at Ayr (10f, good). Off 6 months. Makes polytrack debut. Shortlist material.
4
4th (5) Secret State (2.75/1 -38%)
Secret State

2.75/1(-38%)
(5) Secret State 2.75/1, Smart efforts when defying big weights in ultra-competitive handicaps at Royal Ascot and Glorious Goodwood. Advanced his form again when 2¾ lengths second in Great Voltigeur at York. Disappointed at Ascot final start but expected to bounce back.
5th
5th (4) Savvy Victory (18/1 +45%)
Savvy Victory

18/1(+45%)
(4) Savvy Victory 18/1, Useful colt. 14/1, below form 12 lengths third of 8 to Ottoman Fleet in listed race at Newmarket (10f, soft), slowly away. Off 154 days. Makes polytrack debut. Has work to do.
6th
6th (1) Belloccio (5.5/1 +21%)
Belloccio

5.5/1(+21%)
(1) Belloccio 5.5/1, Smart gelding. Three wins from 6 runs last year. Career best when winning 9-runner listed race at this course (12f, 9/2) by neck from Purple Ribbon, digging deep. Off 122 days. Respected under a penalty.
7th
7th (6) Tyrrhenian Sea (7/1 -17%)
Tyrrhenian Sea

7/1(-17%)
(6) Tyrrhenian Sea 7/1, Smart gelding. 9/2, creditable 3¼ lengths second of 8 to Lord North in Winter Derby at Lingfield (10f, AW) 35 days ago. That form has been boosted so not taken lightly.
LTO Selection:

14:05 Kempton Listed (Class 1) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Secret State didn't appear to get home when tried over 1m6f at Ascot on his final outing after a productive campaign which saw him land valuable handicaps at Royal Ascot and Goodwood before finishing second in the Great Voltigeur. Gelded over the winter, he remains capable of another step forward, but the lack of a recent run sways the verdict in favour of TYRRHENIAN SEA. Runner-up to subsequent Dubai Turf hero Lord North in the Winter Derby on his return, he is more than likely to confirm that effort with Foxes Tales, who was one place behind, and it would be no surprise to see him progress again given his size and scope. Phantom Flight can be forgiven his final run of last season at Ayr which came after a huge performance at York's Ebor Festival and he's still of considerable interest going forward.

PHANTOM FLIGHT failed to meet expectations when tried at this level at Ayr but he's worth another chance with main threat Secret State possibly vulnerable back down in trip around here on return. Tyrrhenian Sea was beaten only by the high-class Lord North in the Winter Derby at Lingfield and is another to consider with race fitness on his side.

Something was amiss with PHANTOM FLIGHT when well beaten at 11-10 in Listed company on his final 3yo start and he can bounce back now.


14:10 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (8) Rocambolas (3.5/1 +50%)
Rocambolas

3.5/1(+50%)
(8) Rocambolas 3.5/1, Winning pointer who hinted at promise over hurdles and fences for Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero. Hooded for 1st time back over hurdles for his new yard and no forlorn hope.
2
2nd (2) Atlantic Dancer (4.5/1 -29%)
Atlantic Dancer

4.5/1(-29%)
(2) Atlantic Dancer 4.5/1, Doubled her tally with win in 10-runner handicap hurdle at this C&D (soft) 14 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up despite taking a 5 lb rise.
3
3rd (4) Bravethewaves (5.5/1 +45%)
Bravethewaves

5.5/1(+45%)
(4) Bravethewaves 5.5/1, Fair maiden hurdler who wasn't disgraced when fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle at this C&D 6 months ago. Not ruled out after his lay-off.
4
4th (5) Half The Freedom (4/1 +20%)
Half The Freedom

4/1(+20%)
(5) Half The Freedom 4/1, Got off the mark at Doncaster in January and has posted solid third placings there and at Warwick since. Considered eased 1 lb here.
5th
5th (3) Red Vision (9/1 +25%)
Red Vision

9/1(+25%)
(3) Red Vision 9/1, Winner of a pair of novice hurdles last March but hasn't been able to make a significant impact in his 5 handicap starts this season. Mark on the slide but others arrive with more pressing claims.
6th
6th (6) Rainbow Jet (25/1 -317%)
Rainbow Jet

25/1(-317%)
(6) Rainbow Jet 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden over hurdles. Had wind op before coming in only fifth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (16.8f, heavy) 9 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter.
7th
7th (1) Sabbathical (16/1 -60%)
Sabbathical

16/1(-60%)
(1) Sabbathical 16/1, Scored over fences at Leicester in February but below form since, cheekpieces back on when fourth of 5 in handicap hurdle at Ffos Las (15.8f) 10 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
8th
8th (7) Tonto Foley (4.5/1 -50%)
Tonto Foley

4.5/1(-50%)
(7) Tonto Foley 4.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden who posted his best effort when fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (16.9f, good to soft) 35 days ago, despite refusing to settle. Can do better still. Weighted to go close.
LTO Selection:

14:10 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

A winner over C&D on her latest outing last month, a 5lb raised mark may not be enough to hold ATLANTIC DANCER back here and she is fancied to secure a double in this contest. Tonto Foley must hold every chance of building on his fourth at Newcastle when making his handicap debut in February, while Half The Freedom is capable of being in the mix.

TONTO FOLEY took a big step forward on his handicap debut when fourth at Newcastle last time out and is weighted to open his account here off an unchanged mark. C&D scorer Atlantic Dancer rates the chief threat to Christian Williams' lightly-raced sort, with Half The Freedom appealing as the pick of the rest for place purposes.

This might go to TONTO FOLEY, who needs to learn to settle better but caught the eye when tanking through most of his handicap debut.


14:17 Stratford Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) Iberico Lord (9/1 -20%)
Iberico Lord

9/1(-20%)
(6) Iberico Lord 9/1, Won a French bumper in May. Faded to finish a well-held sixth of 8 on his Cheltenham hurdle debut in November and was held when falling at Kempton in December. Still early days and he's had a wind op.
2
2nd (2) Beau Balko (1.1/1 +56%)
Beau Balko

1.1/1(+56%)
(2) Beau Balko 1.1/1, Successful on his sole Flat start in France and got off the mark over hurdles at the second attempt when dictating at Hereford in November. Disappointing handicap debut but he cast that aside in no uncertain terms when adding to tally at Sandown in February. Likely has more to offer.
3
3rd (9) Jupiter Du Gite (2.75/1 -22%)
Jupiter Du Gite

2.75/1(-22%)
(9) Jupiter Du Gite 2.75/1, Caused a major upset when making all on British/hurdles debut at Newbury in December but proved far too free in a Triumph trial and the main rece itself at Cheltenham. Eases in class but backing him comes with clear risks attached. Hood off.
4
4th (4) Samuel Spade (6.5/1 +0%)
Samuel Spade

6.5/1(+0%)
(4) Samuel Spade 6.5/1, No more than a fair handicapper on the Flat but has quickly reached a higher level over hurdles, winning at Kempton and Huntingdon and a good second in a Class 2 event at Huntingdon in between. Jumping errors proved costly in a deeper environment at Cheltenham.
5th
5th (1) Alien Storm (8.5/1 -42%)
Alien Storm

8.5/1(-42%)
(1) Alien Storm 8.5/1, Getaway gelding from good jumping family. Improved with each outing in bumpers and made a positive start over hurdles, successful at Plumpton in October and better form when second under a penalty at Kempton. Disappointing handicap debut needs shrugging off.
|PU|
|PU| (7) My Boy Grizzle (250/1 -67%)
My Boy Grizzle

250/1(-67%)
(7) My Boy Grizzle 250/1, Fame And Glory gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler Supreme Huntress. Hooded and very strong in the betting in a Tipperary bumper in March 2021 but ultimately held back by inexperience. Left J. D. Motherway and almost certainly needed the run on last week's hurdles bow.
LTO Selection:

14:17 Stratford Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Four-year-old JUPITER DU GITE is very well treated at these weights and could bounce right back to form. He was hugely impressive on his UK/hurdling debut at Newbury in December and can be forgiven a couple of lacklustre performances in Graded company at Cheltenham since the turn of the year. Like the selection, Samuel Spade struggled at the Cheltenham Festival on his latest outing but much better is expected here, while six-length Sandown scorer Beau Balko must also enter calculations.

BEAU BALKO turned a Sandown handicap into a one-sided affair in February, and while conceding a penalty in a fairly competitive novice will be no easy task, he could well be up to the job. Jupiter du Gite has his share of talent but is clearly a very difficult ride and it remains to be seen whether the removal of a hood will help, so Alien Storm is feared most.

This looks a tricky puzzle but BEAU BALKO is probably best placed to take advantage if Jupiter Du Gite again proves too headstrong.


14:25 Doncaster Handicap (Class 2) 8f - 22 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (13) Harswell Duke (10/1 +9%)
Harswell Duke

10/1(+9%)
(13) Harswell Duke 10/1, Won over 1m at Leicester and Nottingham in October and not disgraced after 5 months off when eighth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 15 days ago. Can build on it here.
2
2nd (11) Titian (12/1 +0%)
Titian

12/1(+0%)
(11) Titian 12/1, Course winner who comes here on the back of a creditable fourth of 6 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 30 days ago. Down in trip and no forlorn hope.
3
3rd (21) Maysong (20/1 +20%)
Maysong

20/1(+20%)
(21) Maysong 20/1, Consistent sort who arrives on the back of a good fourth of 6 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f) 21 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Possibilities.
4
4th (5) Raising Sand (50/1 -52%)
Raising Sand

50/1(-52%)
(5) Raising Sand 50/1, Dual 1m winner at at Newcastle and Ascot last autumn but he came in last of 6 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) in January. Needs to get back on track.
5th
5th (6) The Gatekeeper (14/1 -56%)
The Gatekeeper

14/1(-56%)
(6) The Gatekeeper 14/1, Low-mileage 4-y-o who made light of a 20-month absence (also gelded) when making a winning handicap debut at Newcastle last month. Had something in hand there so he can't be ruled out under a 5 lb penalty.
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6th (22) Clear Angel (28/1 +58%)
Clear Angel

28/1(+58%)
(22) Clear Angel 28/1, Successful over 1m at Wetherby last June and not disgraced after 4 months off when seventh of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 17 days ago. Can take a step forward now.
7th
7th (3) Arthur's Realm (10/1 +0%)
Arthur's Realm

10/1(+0%)
(3) Arthur's Realm 10/1, Landed this event 12 months ago and teed himself up well for a repeat when returning with a solid sixth of 11 in 1m handicap at Newcastle 15 days ago. Well in the mix.
8th
8th (7) Tropez Power (11/1 +31%)
Tropez Power

11/1(+31%)
(7) Tropez Power 11/1, On the up since joining current yard, readily scoring at Southwell (8.1f) before posting an excellent second in 1m Newcastle handicap 15 days ago. Strong traveller who can race off a 1 lb lower mark here. Big shout.
9th
9th (8) Lion Tower (50/1 +0%)
Lion Tower

50/1(+0%)
(8) Lion Tower 50/1, Won at Redcar in August but there's been very little to shout about since and he needs to take a big step forward despite now falling below last winning mark.
10th
10th (12) Warning Sign (20/1 +50%)
Warning Sign

20/1(+50%)
(12) Warning Sign 20/1, Fair ex-French 1m12f winner who wasn't disgraced for his new yard in 1m handicaps at Sandown and Goodwood last autumn. Others look better treated at these weights, however.
11th
11th (9) Dutch Decoy (40/1 -21%)
Dutch Decoy

40/1(-21%)
(9) Dutch Decoy 40/1, Five-time 7f/1m winner in 2022 who signed off with solid seventh in Cambridgeshire at Newmarket. Mcuh respected on his seasonal return.
12th
12th (17) Devasboy (80/1 -60%)
Devasboy

80/1(-60%)
(17) Devasboy 80/1, Fair winner for Charlie & Mark Johnston in 2022 but gelded and beat only one on his yard debut in 8.5f Wolverhampton handicap 22 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward.
13th
13th (15) Broken Spear (7.5/1 +17%)
Broken Spear

7.5/1(+17%)
(15) Broken Spear 7.5/1, Course winner who looked rusty after 4 months off when twelfth of 14 in 6f handicap at Newcastle 18 days ago. Visor goes back on now and no surprise if he took a big step forward with excellent 5 lb claimer now on board.
14th
14th (19) Mercurius Power (80/1 -21%)
Mercurius Power

80/1(-21%)
(19) Mercurius Power 80/1, Scored at Newcastle in September on his final start for Andrew Balding. Got back on track after a wind op for current yard when fourth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 8 days ago. Needs considering.
15th
15th (20) Tothenines (40/1 +0%)
Tothenines

40/1(+0%)
(20) Tothenines 40/1, It's now eleven runs since his last win in 2022 but he posted a creditable third of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 54 days ago. Not discounted.
16th
16th (2) Zozimus (40/1 -150%)
Zozimus

40/1(-150%)
(2) Zozimus 40/1, Useful ex-Irish performer who posted an excellent fourth in Cambridgeshire at Newmarket in 2021. Off 17 months but he's still much respected starting out for his excellent new yard. Worth a market check.
17th
17th (16) Roudemental (18/1 +28%)
Roudemental

18/1(+28%)
(16) Roudemental 18/1, Dual 1m scorer in 2022 who has continued in good heart, third of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 23 days ago. One for the shortlist.
18th
18th (1) Isla Kai (4.5/1 +25%)
Isla Kai

4.5/1(+25%)
(1) Isla Kai 4.5/1, Triple 1m winner in 2021 but he went winless last term so more is needed on his comeback run despite easing in the weights.
19th
19th (14) Billy Mill (66/1 -100%)
Billy Mill

66/1(-100%)
(14) Billy Mill 66/1, Arrives in good nick, doing too much too soon when fifth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (7f) 31 days ago, Possibilities.
20th
20th (10) Dirtyoldtown (8.5/1 -21%)
Dirtyoldtown

8.5/1(-21%)
(10) Dirtyoldtown 8.5/1, Fairly useful winner on his day but he didn't prove the easiest to predict last season when also going without a victory. Blinkers are reached for on his return.
21st
21st (4) Baltimore Boy (6/1 +14%)
Baltimore Boy

6/1(+14%)
(4) Baltimore Boy 6/1, Got off the mark at Newcastle last June and ran a cracker on his turf debut when second of 11 to Raising Sand in minor event at Ascot (8f), faring best of those held up. Off 6 months but still not taken lightly with few miles on the clock.
22nd
22nd (18) Counsel (80/1 -60%)
Counsel

80/1(-60%)
(18) Counsel 80/1, Unreliable individual who came in only tenth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 53 days ago. Hood/tongue strap go back on. Not easy to make a case for.
LTO Selection:

14:25 Doncaster Handicap (Class 2) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Arthur's Realm arrives following a fair showing at Newcastle on his return to action and he must enter calculations, despite competing off a figure 9lb higher than when winning this last year. However, BALTIMORE BOY remains unexposed and has every chance of building on a creditable second from his latest outing in a 0-90 classified event at Ascot in September. There should be a lot more to come from Michael Bell's four-year-old this season. Tropez Power and The Gatekeeper can also have a big say in proceedings.

TROPEZ POWER is thriving under the tutelage of John Quinn yet can race off a 1 lb lower mark than when an excellent Newcastle second last time out so is fancied to bag a third win of 2023. Course-scorer Broken Spear could emerge as the chief threat if, as expected, building on his comeback run with fine 5 lb claimer Billy Loughnane now in the saddle. Low-mileage duo Baltimore Boy and The Gatekeeper along with last year's winner Arthur's Realm complete the shortlist.

Provided he takes well to first-time headgear, DIRTYOLDTOWN may be the answer. Baltimore Boy is feared most.


14:40 Kempton Handicap (Class 3) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Bear Force One (16/1 +11%)
Bear Force One

16/1(+11%)
(3) Bear Force One 16/1, Course winner. Looked typically tricky when third of 9 in handicap (25/1) at this C&D 59 days ago. Comes with risks attached so others preferred.
2
2nd (8) Million Thanks (3.2/1 +36%)
Million Thanks

3.2/1(+36%)
(8) Million Thanks 3.2/1, 4/1, ran up to best when second of 9 in handicap at this C&D 24 days ago, showing a better attitude than was sometimes the case last year and pulling clear of the remainder. Up 3 lb for that near miss but must enter calculations.
3
3rd (12) Stockpyle (28/1 -27%)
Stockpyle

28/1(-27%)
(12) Stockpyle 28/1, Gelded but still proved too free after 5 months off when seventh of 8 in handicap at this course (6f, 7/1) 22 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Best watched.
4
4th (1) Naval Commander (5.5/1 -10%)
Naval Commander

5.5/1(-10%)
(1) Naval Commander 5.5/1, Course winner. Proved better than ever in a stronger race than he need contest when second of 9 in handicap at this C&D (10/1) 59 days ago, looking the likely winner for much of the final 1f (traded 1.01 in-running). Can make amends here.
5th
5th (9) Stately Home (4.5/1 +44%)
Stately Home

4.5/1(+44%)
(9) Stately Home 4.5/1, 6/1, proved better than ever after 4 months off to land a first success on synthetics in 13-runner handicap at this C&D 31 days ago, staying on to lead final strides. Rarely runs a bad race so merits consideration.
6th
6th (5) Business (33/1 -106%)
Business

33/1(-106%)
(5) Business 33/1, Capitalised on the drop in grade under a top claimer when winning 4-runner claimer (10/3) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 75 days ago, leading before home turn. This much tougher back in handicap company.
7th
7th (10) Bruno's Gold (40/1 -60%)
Bruno's Gold

40/1(-60%)
(10) Bruno's Gold 40/1, Two wins from 6 runs last year. 6/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, below form when fifth of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 7 months ago. Down in trip. First run for yard after leaving Archie Watson (12,000 gns).
8th
8th (11) My Mate Ted (5/1 +50%)
My Mate Ted

5/1(+50%)
(11) My Mate Ted 5/1, C&D winner. 10/3, twelfth of 16 in handicap at Newmarket (8f, good to soft) 5 months ago, weakening over 2f out. Gelded since but this a tougher race than he need contest so others are more persuasive.
9th
9th (6) Brains (6/1 -9%)
Brains

6/1(-9%)
(6) Brains 6/1, 4-time C&D winner. Latest win at Chelmsford City in January. 9/2, ran creditably despite being unable to lead when third of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 22 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently. Remains of interest.
10th
10th (2) Al Marmar (11/1 -83%)
Al Marmar

11/1(-83%)
(2) Al Marmar 11/1, 5/1, proved to be a disappointment returned to handicap company after 6 months off tenth of 11 at Newcastle (8f) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time.
11th
11th (4) Darwell Lion (25/1 -79%)
Darwell Lion

25/1(-79%)
(4) Darwell Lion 25/1, Stepped up on previous runs for this yard when fourth of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW, 25/1) 43 days ago, well placed in a tactical affair. More needed in this.
12th
12th (7) Cliffs Of Capri (40/1 -60%)
Cliffs Of Capri

40/1(-60%)
(7) Cliffs Of Capri 40/1, Course winner. Sixteen runs since last win in 2020. Sixth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f, 12/1) 7 weeks ago, late headway. Continues to fall in the weights without showing any sign of taking advantage.
LTO Selection:

14:40 Kempton Handicap (Class 3) 8f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.

MILLION THANKS produced his best effort since joining new connections when runner-up over C&D last month and the four-year-old gets the vote to go one better, despite receiving a 3lb rise from the handicapper. Brains has enjoyed a productive winter, winning twice in his last four outings, and warrants plenty of respect with William Buick booked for the ride, while others to note include Naval Commander and Stately Home.

NAVAL COMMANDER hasn't had a lot of racing for his age and, arriving on the back of a career-best effort when runner-up in a stronger race over C&D a couple of months ago, Robyn Brisland's charge gets the nod to notch career success number 4. Stately Home landed a first success on synthetics over C&D recently, so he's put forward as the main danger, ahead of Million Thanks.

Stockpyle is interesting at the likely odds but BRAINS has done well since the blinkers went back on and he gets the nod.


14:45 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 23f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Mexico (2.75/1 +31%)
Mexico

2.75/1(+31%)
(1) Mexico 2.75/1, Fairly useful hurdler. 18/1, respectable eighth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Sandown (19.8f, soft) 21 days ago. Can give a good account back in these calmer waters.
2
2nd (3) Sporting Ace (3/1 +25%)
Sporting Ace

3/1(+25%)
(3) Sporting Ace 3/1, Fairly useful hurdler. 2/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (26f, soft) 20 days ago. Not ruled out with headgear retained.
3
3rd (6) The Newest One (4/1 -60%)
The Newest One

4/1(-60%)
(6) The Newest One 4/1, Fairly useful hurdler/chaser who comes here on the back of a good second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (24.4f, good) 28 days ago. The form pick.
4
4th (2) Mr Vango (6.5/1 -86%)
Mr Vango

6.5/1(-86%)
(2) Mr Vango 6.5/1, Won sole start in points and built on a successful hurdling debut when runner-up under a penalty at Hereford. Pulled up in Prestige Novices at Haydock last time but can bounce back.
|PU|
|PU| (4) Top Target (3.33/1 +17%)
Top Target

3.33/1(+17%)
(4) Top Target 3.33/1, Point winner who also landed a Wetherby novice (21.2f) on hurdles debut in December. Good efforts since at Wincanton and Ffos Las so he commands respect.
|PU|
|PU| (5) Good Friday Fairy (66/1 -32%)
Good Friday Fairy

66/1(-32%)
(5) Good Friday Fairy 66/1, 14/1, ninth of 12 in bumper at Chepstow (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 13 days ago. Makes hurdles debut with more needed now significantly up in trip.
LTO Selection:

14:45 Uttoxeter Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 23f Race Class Flow

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

It could be worth siding with the grade-dropping MEXICO, who struggled in the EBF Final at Sandown last month. He has to shoulder 7lb penalty for an easy success which came over an extended 2m4f at Southwell in December, but there is every chance he may benefit from stepping up in trip. Sporting Ace has been knocking on the door of late and can give the selection plenty to think about, along with the Mark Bradstock-trained Mr Vango.

THE NEWEST ONE arrives in good nick and rates the pick on form so can gain a deserved first success in this sphere at the chief expense of Mexico who has his sights lowered here and can get back on track. Top Target and Mr Vango need considering too in a useful novice.

Thorough stayer SPORTING ACE scores very good marks for consistency and will presumably be ridden very positively again.


14:52 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 4) 19f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) Joly Maker (25/1 -108%)
Joly Maker

25/1(-108%)
(6) Joly Maker 25/1, Reliable sort who returned from 3 months off when scoring over C&D last summer but others look better handicapped. Off 7 months.
2
2nd (2) Chanceux (1.88/1 +53%)
Chanceux

1.88/1(+53%)
(2) Chanceux 1.88/1, Dual novice hurdle winner who improved at first attempt over fences when runner-up at Uttoxeter (20f, heavy) in December but hasn't kicked on both starts since, just respectable third of 4 in handicap chase at Newcastle (16.3f, good to soft, 7/2) 35 days ago.
3
3rd (1) Feel The Pinch (2.5/1 +38%)
Feel The Pinch

2.5/1(+38%)
(1) Feel The Pinch 2.5/1, Fair hurdler who made a successful switch to chasing at Bangor in November. In good form back hurdling since, adding to his tally there in good style on debut for this yard last week. Obvious claims back over fences.
|PU|
|PU| (3) The Grey Falco (3.33/1 -48%)
The Grey Falco

3.33/1(-48%)
(3) The Grey Falco 3.33/1, Won over hurdles at Haydock last winter. Largely struggled after but shaped better than being pulled up at Fontwell on second chase start/yard debut would imply and duly took a step back in the right direction when third at Southwell 12 days ago. Could be ready to strike now.
|PU|
|PU| (5) Fakir (4.5/1 +36%)
Fakir

4.5/1(+36%)
(5) Fakir 4.5/1, Back on track when landing a 3-runner handicap chase at Fontwell (21.5f) on debut for this yard in September. Has found life tougher since but dangerous to discount off tumbling mark/first-time headgear.
LTO Selection:

14:52 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 4) 19f Race Class Flow

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

FEEL THE PINCH could give weight and a beating to these rivals. The nine-year-old was an impressive hurdles winner on his stable debut for Robbie Llewellyn at Bangor last week and, with a record of one from one in this sphere, everything points to another huge run. Fanzio is a two-time course scorer and was game in victory at Taunton last time. He has since left Richard Hobson to join Laura Hurley and must come into the reckoning, while The Grey Falco also holds claims.

THE GREY FALCO again caught the eye on his second start for this yard when third at Southwell 12 days ago, finishing with running left, and looks ready to take advantage of a career-low mark. Feel The Pinch won his only chase start at Bangor in November and has since made an impressive winning debut for this yard over hurdles there last week, so is the obvious threat.

It was better from THE GREY FALCO (nap) last time and he can make it third time lucky for the Ben Pauling yard.


15:00 Doncaster Listed (Class 1) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (11) Vadream (9/1 +25%)
Vadream

9/1(+25%)
(11) Vadream 9/1, It's now twelve runs without success but stepped up on her reappearance when runner-up in a minor event at Lingfield (7f, AW) in February, conceding first run. Cheekpieces back on for this return to turf but others seemingly have more compelling claims.
2
2nd (10) Fast Response (6/1 -20%)
Fast Response

6/1(-20%)
(10) Fast Response 6/1, Took her form up several notches on testing ground last autumn, scoring at Nottingham and twice at this track (first one over 5f). Conditions should be in her favour to show that sort of form again so provided she's ready to roll, she can be in the shake-up after 5 months off.
3
3rd (3) Ehraz (4.5/1 +50%)
Ehraz

4.5/1(+50%)
(3) Ehraz 4.5/1, Smart gelding who kept some good company in sprints last year, sixth in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot. Made short work a couple of inferior rivals down in grade at Newmarket (6f, good to soft) when last seen 5 months ago and has been gelded in the interim.
4
4th (1) Asjad (4/1 +0%)
Asjad

4/1(+0%)
(1) Asjad 4/1, Took his form up a level for this yard last season, notching a third win over 6.5f here in September. Well backed but unable to get past the resolute Dakota Gold on final outing and should be in the mix on return (made a winning reappearance at Redcar 12 months ago).
5th
5th (8) Tactical (22/1 +12%)
Tactical

22/1(+12%)
(8) Tactical 22/1, Won Windsor Castle/Newmarket Group 2 as a 2-y-o and mostly in good form last term, finishing just out of the places in a blanket finish in handicap at Ascot (7f, good) 7 months ago. Has since left Andrew Balding (150,000 gns) and been gelded but percentage call is to look elsewhere back sprinting.
6th
6th (12) Wilderness Girl (33/1 +18%)
Wilderness Girl

33/1(+18%)
(12) Wilderness Girl 33/1, Useful filly who showed improved form tackling heavy ground for the first time when runner-up in listed race at Longchamp (7f, heavy) back in October. Has since left Andrew Balding and needs to back that effort up returning from over 5 months off.
7th
7th (2) Commanche Falls (11/1 -83%)
Commanche Falls

11/1(-83%)
(2) Commanche Falls 11/1, Really game sort who enjoyed another cracking season last year, landing the Stewards' Cup at Goodwood for second year running then filling the places on his next 3 starts. Never travelling when down the field over C&D in November but has an excellent record fresh so he's high on the shortlist.
8th
8th (6) King's Lynn (4/1 +38%)
King's Lynn

4/1(+38%)
(6) King's Lynn 4/1, Better than ever when landing Temple Stakes at Haydock last May but limitations exposed at the top level thereafter, latest when 6¾ lengths tenth of 18 to Kinross in Champions Sprint Stakes at Ascot (6f, good to soft). Not dismissed returning in calmer waters.
9th
9th (5) Jump The Gun (80/1 +0%)
Jump The Gun

80/1(+0%)
(5) Jump The Gun 80/1, Scored twice on the turf last season (including here over 7f) but was out of his depth in a listed contest on return at Wolverhampton last month so set to face another struggle.
10th
10th (4) El Caballo (4.5/1 -29%)
El Caballo

4.5/1(-29%)
(4) El Caballo 4.5/1, Runner-up on debut but then reeled off 6 wins on the spin, latest when touching off Flaming Rib in the Sandy Lane Stakes at Haydock last May. Possibly unsuited by conditions when joint-favourite for Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot (6f, good to firm) and not seen since. Interesting.
LTO Selection:

15:00 Doncaster Listed (Class 1) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Even though EL CABALLO failed to get involved when sent off joint-favourite for the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot, he is still a sprinter of immense potential and will be hard to beat on his first appearance since. He has run well fresh in the past and the way in which he won the Sandy Lane at Haydock on his penultimate outing is evidence of his quality. Asjad was only denied by a short head over C&D on his final start of 2022 and can make his mark outside of handicap company this season. Dual Stewards' Cup hero Commanche Falls completes the shortlist.

A starting point of the season for most of these and one that boasts an excellent record fresh is COMMANCHE FALLS. He gets the nod to enhance that statistic further and get the better of the prolific El Caballo, who hasn't been seen since finishing down the field in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot but faces far more suitable conditions for his return. Fast Response and Asjad are another couple worth keeping a close eye on.

A competitive Cammidge can go to ASJAD whose attractive profile includes excellent course form and an impressive record after a break.


15:15 Kempton Handicap (Class 2) 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Bandinelli (5.5/1 -22%)
Bandinelli

5.5/1(-22%)
(2) Bandinelli 5.5/1, Dual C&D winner. Back to form when third of 13 in handicap also at this C&D when last seen in December. Respected.
2
2nd (3) Duty Of Care (4.5/1 +0%)
Duty Of Care

4.5/1(+0%)
(3) Duty Of Care 4.5/1, After 3 months off, made it back-to-back wins at this C&D in 12-runner handicap 24 days ago. Not taken lightly in his current form.
3
3rd (4) Bascule (7/1 +42%)
Bascule

7/1(+42%)
(4) Bascule 7/1, Course winner. Sixth of 10 in maiden hurdle at Taunton (16.5f, soft, 7/1) 82 days ago. Had shaped well here on both starts in November/December and blinkers back on now returned to the level.
4
4th (6) Aced It (8/1 -7%)
Aced It

8/1(-7%)
(6) Aced It 8/1, C&D winner in January. Has run well back here both starts since, 3 lengths third of 10 to Aztec Empire in handicap 38 days ago. Can give another good account.
5th
5th (1) Sleeping Lion (9/1 +25%)
Sleeping Lion

9/1(+25%)
(1) Sleeping Lion 9/1, Dual C&D winner, successful here on first of only 2 starts last year. After 10 months off, sixth of 8 in minor event (15/2) at this C&D 52 days ago, needing stronger gallop.
6th
6th (5) Aztec Empire (1.25/1 +0%)
Aztec Empire

1.25/1(+0%)
(5) Aztec Empire 1.25/1, Upped in trip, recorded his second win here of the year in 10-runner handicap over C&D (11/10) 38 days ago. Can score again at this course with the potential for better still.
LTO Selection:

15:15 Kempton Handicap (Class 2) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Bandinelli (2022) and Sleeping Lion (2021) have won the last two renewals of this contest and they both merit consideration. That said, preference is for the unexposed AZTEC EMPIRE, who was an impressive winner over C&D on just his second start in handicap company last time. A 6lb rise will make his life tougher here but the son of Sea The Stars may have the improvement required to defy his current mark. Duty Of Care has won his last two starts over this track and trip and he should not be underestimated on his hat-trick bid.

AZTEC EMPIRE was suited by the step up in trip when recording a second course win of the year last time, scoring with a bit in hand, and he can follow up with further progress to come. The main danger could be Duty of Care, who arrives bidding to make it a hat-trick at this C&D, with Bandinelli completing the shortlist on his return.

Improvement will probably win it and there are two very strong candidates for that in AZTEC EMPIRE (nap) and Duty Of Care.


15:20 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Marsh Wren (3.33/1 +26%)
Marsh Wren

3.33/1(+26%)
(1) Marsh Wren 3.33/1, Returned to winning ways when scoring on handicap debut/reappearance at Exeter (18.5f, heavy) on New Year's Day. Found a competitive Carlisle Class 3 beyond her next time but can do better in these calmer waters.
2
2nd (6) Cast's Tasha (4.5/1 +55%)
Cast's Tasha

4.5/1(+55%)
(6) Cast's Tasha 4.5/1, Placed in mares' maiden hurdles at the start of the year but has disappointed in a couple of handicaps since. Still time for her to get back on track but others arrive with more pressing claims.
3
3rd (4) Corey's Courage (1.75/1 +0%)
Corey's Courage

1.75/1(+0%)
(4) Corey's Courage 1.75/1, Back on the up with a 20.5f Huntingdon win last month. Did that easily from a next-time-out scorer so a 7 lb rise looks manageable.
4
4th (5) Western Jill (4/1 -14%)
Western Jill

4/1(-14%)
(5) Western Jill 4/1, Runner-up in sole Irish point a year ago. Not seen again until placed in 2 mares' novice hurdles in February. While that form is nothing to get excited about she does have potential now making a quick switch to handicaps.
5th
5th (2) Could Be Trouble (7/1 +13%)
Could Be Trouble

7/1(+13%)
(2) Could Be Trouble 7/1, Fairly useful hurdler who posted a respectable fourth of 6 in 20.5f handicap at Market Rasen (good) in February. Has undergone wind surgery since.
LTO Selection:

15:20 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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

Even though COREY'S COURAGE finds herself in deeper waters here, she kept on to score by eight and a half lengths over an extended 2m4f at Huntingdon last month and can have another big say in proceedings. Western Jill remains unexposed and is entitled to build on what she has achieved so far on her handicap bow, while Marsh Wren completes the shortlist dropping in class.

COREY'S COURAGE had a next-time-out scorer behind in second when winning comfortably at Huntingdon last month and can make light of a 7 lb rise. Marsh Wren ought to find this easier than the big-field Carlisle Class 3 she contested last time and can give the selection most to do ahead of Lime Drop.

It's hard to get away from COREY'S COURAGE, who was far too good for her rivals at Huntingdon last month.


15:27 Stratford Selling Hurdle (Class 5) 19f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Hokelami (3.5/1 +65%)
Hokelami

3.5/1(+65%)
(5) Hokelami 3.5/1, Has shown some promise, including when third of 7 in 19f Market Rasen handicap last time. Likely to be in the shake-up now dropping into a seller.
2
2nd (3) Captain Jack (4/1 +43%)
Captain Jack

4/1(+43%)
(3) Captain Jack 4/1, Turned in his best effort of the season when third of 9 in 2m Wetherby handicap 11 days ago. Place claims again if in similar form.
3
3rd (2) Ring The Moon (7.5/1 +6%)
Ring The Moon

7.5/1(+6%)
(2) Ring The Moon 7.5/1, Fifth career success when taking a Chepstow handicap hurdle 9 days ago but that form is only modest and he'll require more if he's to follow up in this non-handicap.
4
4th (1) Weebill (2.75/1 -83%)
Weebill

2.75/1(-83%)
(1) Weebill 2.75/1, Good record at selling/claiming level in recent times, including winning a 2m Fakenham claimer last month. The one to beat.
5th
5th (6) Kingston King (50/1 -52%)
Kingston King

50/1(-52%)
(6) Kingston King 50/1, Exposed as modest and easy to look elsewhere back hurdling after pulling up over fences last twice.
6th
6th (4) Forecast (2.75/1 +31%)
Forecast

2.75/1(+31%)
(4) Forecast 2.75/1, Three-time winner over hurdles in first spell for this yard and added to tally over fences for Dr Richard Newland during 2021. Yet to find his best form since rejoining this stable but this is a drop in grade.
LTO Selection:

15:27 Stratford Selling Hurdle (Class 5) 19f Race Class Flow

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

WEEBILL is very capable at this sort of level (four from seven in claiming/selling company) and was always doing enough when successful at Fakenham last time. The veteran performer is two from three under Daire Davis and the pair could team up to record another win. Captain Jack went well under this jockey at Wetherby recently and he is likely to give another good account, while 33/1 Chepstow scorer Ring The Moon must also have a squeak.

WEEBILL looks good for a fifth win in his last 8 starts. The returning Malina Ocarina can give him most to think about ahead of the selection's stablemate Hokelami.

Captain Jack comes here in form and can go well but this looks another suitable opportunity for WEEBILL.


15:35 Doncaster Handicap (Class 2) 8f - 22 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Migration (18/1 -13%)
Migration

18/1(-13%)
(1) Migration 18/1, Smart performer who showed he can go well fresh and be very competitive off this sort of mark when going close in Newbury Sping Cup off 1 lb lower on last year's reappearance. Benoit de la Sayette takes a handy 3 lb off.
2
2nd (2) Awaal (4.5/1 +10%)
Awaal

4.5/1(+10%)
(2) Awaal 4.5/1, Looked a likely type for this race when bolting up on 1m Redcar handicap debut (soft) last autumn. That was only his fourth start so major surprise if there isn't more to come. Leading claims.
3
3rd (10) Baradar (9/1 +36%)
Baradar

9/1(+36%)
(10) Baradar 9/1, Placed in Group 1 Futurity over C&D at 2. Spent the majority of the next 2 seasons in the doldrums but bounced back to form with a bang to make a winning start for new trainer George Boughey in a 7f course handicap (heavy) last November. Could be even more to come for this yard. Player.
4
4th (21) Majestic (25/1 -56%)
Majestic

25/1(-56%)
(21) Majestic 25/1, Took very well to the demands of a big-field handicap when landing the Cambridgeshire at Newmarket (9f) on his final 4-y-o start. More on his plate off 7 lb higher here but his profile is one of steady progression.
5th
5th (12) Al Mubhir (4/1 +20%)
Al Mubhir

4/1(+20%)
(12) Al Mubhir 4/1, Improved form encountering testing ground for the first time when winning 14-runner Haydock handicap (1m) on final 3-y-o start. Did that readily and it's probable this lightly-raced type will kick on again this year. Trainer has won this 4 times.
6th
6th (4) Greatgadian (40/1 +20%)
Greatgadian

40/1(+20%)
(4) Greatgadian 40/1, Useful handicapper who has been in decent form on AW this winter without suggesting he's likely to be winning a race as competitive as this back on turf.
7th
7th (8) Empirestateofmind (12/1 +25%)
Empirestateofmind

12/1(+25%)
(8) Empirestateofmind 12/1, Better than ever in second half of 2022, winning 16-runner event at Thirsk (1m) and excellent runner-up efforts on final 2 starts, chasing home Atrium over C&D (16 ran) before going down only to a Haggas improver (20 ran) at York. Evidently well suited to big-field handicaps.
8th
8th (11) Bopedro (25/1 -14%)
Bopedro

25/1(-14%)
(11) Bopedro 25/1, Irish Cambridgeshire winner in 2021 and it didn't take him long to find his feet for this new yard in the second half of last season, culminating with fine second of 15 over 7f here (heavy) in October. Stable always to be feared in these events.
9th
9th (19) Revich (40/1 +39%)
Revich

40/1(+39%)
(19) Revich 40/1, Largely consistent sort who was a good third in Golden Mile at Glorious Goodwood last July and also placed at the Ayr Western meeting in September. Sixth is the best he's managed in 2 previous attempts in this race, though.
10th
10th (17) Toshizou (50/1 -52%)
Toshizou

50/1(-52%)
(17) Toshizou 50/1, Possibly not the eaisest to train (never had more than 3 outings in a season) but he did quickly develop into a very useful handicapper for Joseph O'Brien in Ireland. New connections acquired him for 22,000 gns last autumn.
11th
11th (6) Boardman (33/1 -32%)
Boardman

33/1(-32%)
(6) Boardman 33/1, Bagged another 3 handicaps on turf last spring and acquitted himself with credit from higher marks later in season. Shaped as if retaining all his ability when seventh of 13 in Lincoln Trial at Wolverhampton on return. Should be spot on now.
12th
12th (18) Encourageable (18/1 +45%)
Encourageable

18/1(+45%)
(18) Encourageable 18/1, AW novice winner who took a big jump forward when doubling his tally at Thirsk (1m, soft) in September. Respectable sixth of 12 to Wanees (Montassib second, Boardman fourth) on final start. Still fairly low-mileage for stable which hit the ground running last spring.
13th
13th (14) Jimi Hendrix (12/1 +14%)
Jimi Hendrix

12/1(+14%)
(14) Jimi Hendrix 12/1, Excellent third in the Britannia at Royal Ascot prior to narrowly landing a 1m handicap at Newmarket July meeting. Not so good later in the seson but no shock were he to revive after a break. Won a soft-ground maiden on previous visit here.
14th
14th (7) Safe Voyage (20/1 +29%)
Safe Voyage

20/1(+29%)
(7) Safe Voyage 20/1, Veteran but still very useful last year, reaching the frame in valuable handicaps at Leopardstown (7f, soft) and Ascot (1m, good to soft) last autumn. Only mid-division in this on last year's reappearance, though.
15th
15th (5) Atrium (14/1 -40%)
Atrium

14/1(-40%)
(5) Atrium 14/1, Capped off a very solid 3-y-o campaign with a win in 16-runner C&D handicap (good to soft) in September, staying on to lead in the closing stages and beat Empirestateofmind by ½ length. Could have more to come this year. Respected.
16th
16th (20) Helm Rock (33/1 +50%)
Helm Rock

33/1(+50%)
(20) Helm Rock 33/1, Won at Carlisle and Wolverhampton in August before notching his third win of the campaign at 14-runner handicap at Haydock (1m, good) in September. However, well held in big-field handicap at York final start and vulnerable in this company on his return to action.
17th
17th (16) Eilean Dubh (40/1 +0%)
Eilean Dubh

40/1(+0%)
(16) Eilean Dubh 40/1, 5-y-o who was most progressive in bagging some valuable prizes last term, latterly a 10-runner York handicap (1m) on final start in July. Entitled to have needed his first outing in 8 months at Wolverhampton 3 weeks ago but he'll need a big step forward to go close here.
18th
18th (22) Yanifer (20/1 +20%)
Yanifer

20/1(+20%)
(22) Yanifer 20/1, Real success story for this yard, gaining fourth success of 2022 at Catterick (7f, heavy) in October. Not seen to best effect in Lincoln Trial at Wolverhampton on reappearance and should be sharper with that run behind him.
19th
19th (9) Montassib (11/1 +21%)
Montassib

11/1(+21%)
(9) Montassib 11/1, Progressive last year, scoring at Wetherby and Goodwood before posting some good efforts in top-end handicaps in midsummer, including fourth in Buckingham Palace at Royal Ascot. Another fine run when second of 12 to Wanees over 1m at Haydock final start. Tongue tied first time.
20th
20th (3) Witch Hunter (50/1 +24%)
Witch Hunter

50/1(+24%)
(3) Witch Hunter 50/1, Has done well since equipped with cheekpieces, winning at Wolverhampton in December and smart effort when going close at Lingfield 6 weeks ago (both 7f). Yet to show he's as effective on turf, though, and also has stamina to prove tackling 1m for the first time.
21st
21st (15) Wanees (10/1 -11%)
Wanees

10/1(-11%)
(15) Wanees 10/1, Largely progressive profile, bouncing back from a lesser run at Glorious Goodwood (failed to stay 1¼m) when seeing off a few of today's rivals over 1m at Haydock on his final 3-y-o start. Likely capable of better again this year.
22nd
22nd (13) Croupier (40/1 -43%)
Croupier

40/1(-43%)
(13) Croupier 40/1, Improved to win at Windsor in September. Met trouble when fifth to Helm Rock at Haydock next time and straight back on the up when seeing off 13 rivals at Chelmsford on final start. Potential for better again in 2023 but his best form has come under different conditions than he'll face here.
LTO Selection:

15:35 Doncaster Handicap (Class 2) 8f Race Class Flow

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

AWAAL is the least exposed member of this year's Lincoln line-up and ran out an impressive winner at Redcar back in October. The Crisfords saddled the second in this prestigious handicap last term and they can go one better with the promising son of Lope De Vega, who won't mind the ground and has the services of James Doyle to call upon. A winner over C&D last September, Atrium must be a key player, along with Wanees, who was lightly raced last season but scored in two of his four starts. Al Mubhir and Montassib give William Haggas a strong hand, while Baradar and Bopedro can also have a say in proceedings.

Simon and Ed Crisford saddled the runner-up in this last year and are taken to go one better this time courtesy of AWAAL, who made a mockery of an opening mark of 93 at Redcar last autumn and surely has more to come after only 4 starts. Baradar immediately got his career back on track for the George Boughey yard here last backend and could have more to come for his new stable so he's second choice. Al Mubhir, whose trainer is seeking an outright record fifth win in this, is next on the list.

The very lightly raced AWAAL (nap) was seriously impressive when winning on his handicap debut at Redcar last October.


15:50 Kempton Stakes (Class 4) 6f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Grenham Bay (2/1 +56%)
Grenham Bay

2/1(+56%)
(3) Grenham Bay 2/1, After 7 months off (gelded/had wind op), promise amidst greenness when fourth of 10 in maiden at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 14 days ago. Shortlisted with progress to come.
2
2nd (1) Fix You (2.25/1 -29%)
Fix You

2.25/1(-29%)
(1) Fix You 2.25/1, Looked good prospect when winning at Thirsk on debut. 2/1, 5¾ lengths fourth of 5 to Manhattan Jungle in listed race at Vichy (5f, good to soft) next time, but can get back on track upped in trip on her return.
3
3rd (7) Chamber Choir (25/1 +11%)
Chamber Choir

25/1(+11%)
(7) Chamber Choir 25/1, Took another step back in right direction when fourth of 12 in maiden at Southwell (6.1f, 50/1) 65 days ago. Makes polytrack debut. First run for yard after leaving Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero.
4
4th (2) Due Date (3/1 +40%)
Due Date

3/1(+40%)
(2) Due Date 3/1, After 5 months off, still green when fifth of 10 in maiden at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 14 days ago, needing stiffer test. Well bred and he's open to further improvement.
4
4th (4) Trilby (4.5/1 -125%)
Trilby

4.5/1(-125%)
(4) Trilby 4.5/1, Went the right way in a trio of starts in 2022, second of 11 in minor event at this C&D when last seen in October. Gelded since and can go well again on his reappearance.
6th
6th (5) Island Native (100/1 +0%)
Island Native

100/1(+0%)
(5) Island Native 100/1, Went with little promise when ninth of 11 in minor event at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 50/1) on debut 21 days ago. Best watched.
7th
7th (6) Stoic Syd (125/1 -89%)
Stoic Syd

125/1(-89%)
(6) Stoic Syd 125/1, Showed much more than on debut when fourth of 5 in maiden at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 7 days ago. Will be of more appeal in handicaps, though.
8th
8th (8) Urban Jungle (33/1 +0%)
Urban Jungle

33/1(+0%)
(8) Urban Jungle 33/1, Didn't fare much better than on debut when seventh of 10 in minor event at this C&D (16/1) in September, unable to sustain effort. Has plenty to find after 6 months off.
9th
9th (9) Tough Girl (150/1 -50%)
Tough Girl

150/1(-50%)
(9) Tough Girl 150/1, 200/1 and hooded, always behind when last of 10 in minor event at Newcastle (6f) on debut 29 days ago. Easy enough to look elsewhere.
LTO Selection:

15:50 Kempton Stakes (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

FIX YOU was an impressive debut winner last April before a respectable effort in a French Listed race the following month. The daughter of Night Of Thunder has been off the track since then but could prove to be a class above her rivals here. Trilby has improved with each start to date and edges out Grenham Bay and Due Date to be the pick of the remainder.

FIX YOU looked a good prospect when winning at Thirsk on debut last year and, after running below that level in a listed race next time, she is taken to get back on track with the step up in trip to suit on her reappearance. Trilby has been gelded since last seen and could be the one to give the selection most to think about, ahead of Grenham Bay.

The best is yet to come from Due Date but it may be worth chancing the fitness of FIX YOU who looked so promising on debut.


15:55 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 3) 20f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Blackjack Magic (2.25/1 +36%)
Blackjack Magic

2.25/1(+36%)
(1) Blackjack Magic 2.25/1, Dual winner over hurdles for Jack Barber last term and off the mark in this sphere on second start for current yard in 4-runner event at Exeter (24.2f, heavy) back in January. Jumping fell apart in better company here next time but probably best to forgive that run.
2
2nd (3) Real Stone (5/1 -100%)
Real Stone

5/1(-100%)
(3) Real Stone 5/1, Fairly useful hurdler who showed first form in this sphere when scoring at Ffos Las (2m) 68 days ago, looking well served by the strong gallop/drop in trip. Back up in trip now but he's in excellent hands.
3
3rd (4) Lord Of Kerak (2/1 -6%)
Lord Of Kerak

2/1(-6%)
(4) Lord Of Kerak 2/1, Fairly useful winner over hurdles and left chase bow well behind when second of 5 at Wetherby 11 days ago, race outcome still in the balance when he got the second last wrong. Open to further improvement and can go one better.
4
4th (2) Make Me A Believer (4/1 +27%)
Make Me A Believer

4/1(+27%)
(2) Make Me A Believer 4/1, Chepstow bumper winner and got off the mark at the second attempt over hurdles at Cheltenham (16.8f) back in December 2020. Made a respectable chase/handicap debut after almost 2 years off when sixth at Exeter but failed to build on that at Sandown 3 months later.
5th
5th (5) Prevaricate (9/1 +0%)
Prevaricate

9/1(+0%)
(5) Prevaricate 9/1, Fairly useful winning hurdler for Gordon Elliott. Looks the part for chasing but well held both starts for this yard this term, albeit showing a lot more than Wetherby reappearance at Sandown last time.
LTO Selection:

15:55 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.

BLACKJACK MAGIC may have disappointed over further here last time out, but he was a convincing winner at Exeter before that and the drop in trip may only aid his cause on this occasion. The eight-year-old will relish the ground and should have too much for Lord Of Kerak, who has run with credit on both starts in this sphere. Ffos Las winner Real Stone could be interesting going back up in trip.

LORD OF KERAK left his chasing debut form well behind when beaten only by a progressive one at Wetherby 11 days ago (likely to have gone close had he not met the second last wrong) so has a big shout off the same mark. Real Stone looked suited by the drop to 2m when winning in good style at Ffos Las in January but he does stay this far so still rates the main threat back up in distance.

Preference is for BLACKJACK MAGIC, who beat a progressive mare in pretty good style at Exeter in January and is only 3lb higher here.


16:02 Stratford Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 22f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(11) O'grady's Boy (66/1 -32%)
O'grady's Boy

66/1(-32%)
(11) O'grady's Boy 66/1, Modest maiden hurdler/chaser at best but has gone the wrong way this season, showing temperament over hurdles on his first 2 starts of the campaign and pulled up both outings over fences since.
1
1st (10) Tiny Tantrum (5.5/1 +50%)
Tiny Tantrum

5.5/1(+50%)
(10) Tiny Tantrum 5.5/1, Fair maiden for Lucy Wadham last term but not at his best in 5 handicaps for new yard this winter. Mark is on the slide but still need to see more.
2
2nd (12) Richardson (5.5/1 +54%)
Richardson

5.5/1(+54%)
(12) Richardson 5.5/1, Poor handicap hurdler who didn't achieve a great deal despite finishing second in the mud at Leicester in December. Fair fifth at Huntingdon since but more needed.
3
3rd (9) Gaia Vallis (6.5/1 +74%)
Gaia Vallis

6.5/1(+74%)
(9) Gaia Vallis 6.5/1, Scored a couple of times last season but hasn't resumed in particularly good form this time round. Down in the weights but need to see more before considering her.
4
4th (4) Getbazoutofhere (16/1 +0%)
Getbazoutofhere

16/1(+0%)
(4) Getbazoutofhere 16/1, Modest form over hurdles so far and not even at that level both starts back from an absence in 2023.
5th
5th (14) Sans Of Gold (18/1 +64%)
Sans Of Gold

18/1(+64%)
(14) Sans Of Gold 18/1, Unplaced completed start in points and hasn't offered much over hurdles to date.
6th
6th (8) Perfect Man (2.75/1 +54%)
Perfect Man

2.75/1(+54%)
(8) Perfect Man 2.75/1, Losing run stetches back to 2020 but he has a very lowly mark to exploit for new connections. Market may prove useful.
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|PU| (2) Dedanser (3.2/1 +29%)
Dedanser

3.2/1(+29%)
(2) Dedanser 3.2/1, Ended last term with success at Bangor. Low-key start in handicaps but down in the weights and fitted with blinkers, he's hit the frame on his last 2 starts. This isn't a strong race so he's of serious interest.
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|PU| (1) Propelled (11/1 -83%)
Propelled

11/1(-83%)
(1) Propelled 11/1, Showed fair form on first of his 2 starts in bumpers and ran to a similar level when runner-up in a Huntingdon novice (20.7f) on hurdling debut. After 9 months off, hasn't progressed in 3 starts this season, brushed aside on handicap debut a month ago.
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|PU| (13) Amlovi (50/1 -178%)
Amlovi

50/1(-178%)
(13) Amlovi 50/1, Acquitted herself well back over hurdles last season, finishing a creditable third at Warwick on her final start of the campaign. Hasn't carried much of a threat both outings this term, though. 3 lb out of the weights.
LTO Selection:

16:02 Stratford Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 22f Race Class Flow

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

In an open event marginal preference is for DEDANSER, who has shown promise on his last couple of starts and is 2lb lower than when fourth at Ayr last time. Dellboy Trotter has strong form claims based on his second-placed finish at Fontwell in October. Lamanver Bel Ami has been off the track for over a year but should not be underestimated on his return to action.

DEDANSER seems to have found his level eased in the weights and, now fitted with blinkers and with this not a deep race despite the field size, this looks a good chance for him to double his career tally. Lamanver Bel Ami and Perfect Man have both moved yards since last seen and a handicapping case can be made for them, so the market may be revealing.

This could go to LAMANVER BEL AMI who has won on the last two occasions she has returned from a significant absence.


16:10 Doncaster Listed (Class 1) 8f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) Astral Beau (9/1 +86%)
Astral Beau

9/1(+86%)
(7) Astral Beau 9/1, Very progressive handicapper during second part of 2022, winning 3 times over 7f, including on final start at Newmarket in October. This asks a different question on reappearance but she's a likeable filly.
2
2nd (1) Brunch (8/1 +20%)
Brunch

8/1(+20%)
(1) Brunch 8/1, Runner-up in the 2021 Lincoln and creditable effort in last year's renewal before advancing his form later in the spring. Clearly very capable fresh and previously successful in this grade so he merits consideration.
3
3rd (4) Tacarib Bay (2.5/1 +38%)
Tacarib Bay

2.5/1(+38%)
(4) Tacarib Bay 2.5/1, Well-made colt who developed into a smart sort last year, third in Balmoral Handicap at Ascot in October prior to respectable third at Lingfield (1m) on final start in November. Ran right up to form on last month's return to action at Wolverhampton and he's a player on the figures in listed company.
4
4th (5) Tempus (3.5/1 +36%)
Tempus

3.5/1(+36%)
(5) Tempus 3.5/1, Second of 4 in this a year ago and since developed into a smart performer, completing a hat-trick in Group 3 company at Deauville. Not at top form both starts in February but he's just about the one to beat on these terms.
5th
5th (6) Toimy Son (12/1 +40%)
Toimy Son

12/1(+40%)
(6) Toimy Son 12/1, Useful colt who was better than ever when landing a listed event at Longchamp in May, powering home to lead late. Heavy defeats both starts in 2022 and even a career best may not be enough starting out for a new yard.
6th
6th (2) Imperial Fighter (2.25/1 +50%)
Imperial Fighter

2.25/1(+50%)
(2) Imperial Fighter 2.25/1, Impressed when making a winning debut at Goodwood (7f) in July 2021 and better form in defeat as a 2-y-o, notably when chasing home Coroebus in 1m Newmarket Group 3. Restricted to just 3 starts last term (2 of which very stiff tasks) and this more his level/trip on reappearance having been gelded.
LTO Selection:

16:10 Doncaster Listed (Class 1) 8f Race Class Flow

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

A winner in Group 3 company twice last season, TEMPUS sets the standard on the back of respectable efforts at Doha and Lingfield. Archie Watson's charge is 5lb clear of his closest rival on ratings and this appeals as an ideal opportunity to get off the mark for the campaign. Irish 2,000 Guineas third Imperial Fighter has not been seen in action since struggling in the Prix du Jockey Club, but remains one with potential as a four-year-old. The unbeaten Poker Face is another to note, along with Brunch, who has run well here before.

Having passed each of his 3 tests with flying colours so far, POKER FACE deserves a short at listed company, and with the ceiling of his ability yet to be ascertained, he's selected to remain unbeaten. Tempus was second in this a year ago and is just about the one to beat at the weights, with Tacarib Bay completing the shortlist given he has the benefit of a recent run under his belt.

Leading form contender Tempus hasn't been at his best the last twice and preference is for the unbeaten POKER FACE.


16:25 Kempton Handicap (Class 3) 6f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Dora Penny (4/1 +11%)
Dora Penny

4/1(+11%)
(2) Dora Penny 4/1, Six wins from 16 runs last year, most recently at Wolverhampton in November. Weak in market when seventh of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 29 days ago and could well strip fitter here with Murphy aboard.
2
2nd (5) Cruise (3/1 +25%)
Cruise

3/1(+25%)
(5) Cruise 3/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eighth of 13 in maiden at Sandown (7f, good, 9/1). Off 7 months. First run for yard after leaving Richard Hannon. Makes handicap debut with mark looking potentially workable.
3
3rd (3) Lil Guff (3.5/1 +56%)
Lil Guff

3.5/1(+56%)
(3) Lil Guff 3.5/1, C&D winner. Won at Haydock and Yarmouth last season before going off the boil. Market may act as guide on return from 7 months off.
4
4th (4) Girl Magic (3.33/1 -77%)
Girl Magic

3.33/1(-77%)
(4) Girl Magic 3.33/1, Didn't need to improve to win 9-runner minor event at Chelmsford City (6f, 5/2), just holding on. Off 144 days. Makes handicap debut. Respected.
5th
5th (1) Cuban Breeze (5/1 -67%)
Cuban Breeze

5/1(-67%)
(1) Cuban Breeze 5/1, Five wins from 19 runs last year. 20/1, shaped as if needing run when seventh of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 21 days ago and she's highly respected dropping in grade against on sex.
LTO Selection:

16:25 Kempton Handicap (Class 3) 6f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.

GIRL MAGIC ran to a consistent, solid level throughout her juvenile campaign and handled a Polytrack surface just fine when successful over this trip at Chelmsford last time. If anywhere near peak fitness on her seasonal/handicap debut, she looks sure to mount a bold bid. Dora Penny is entitled to improve for her comeback run at Lingfield last month and she merits consideration with Oisin Murphy aboard, similarly Cuban Breeze, who made a pleasing enough reappearance in 0-105 company at Wolverhampton.

CUBAN BREEZE enjoyed a prolific campaign last year and, with the benefit of a recent run now under her belt, is fancied to take this drop in grade in her stride at the chief expense of unexposed handicap debutante Girl Magic. The selection's stable companion Dora Penny is preferred to another handicap newcomer Cruise for third.

A trappy handicap in which CUBAN BREEZE is marginally preferred to her stablemate Dora Penny.


16:30 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Tip Top Mountain (6.5/1 -44%)
Tip Top Mountain

6.5/1(-44%)
(5) Tip Top Mountain 6.5/1, Winner of a Fontwell handicap on return in November and added to tally with a battling display here (20f) in January. Wasted no time getting back to form when third over same C&D 2 weeks ago. enhancing his good record here. Worth a go at this trip.
2
2nd (6) Gold Emery (3.5/1 -5%)
Gold Emery

3.5/1(-5%)
(6) Gold Emery 3.5/1, Point winner who made perfect start under Rules when off the mark in 17f Carlisle maiden hurdle last winter. Solid third on return at Ayr in December and all the better for chase bow when second at Newcastle 2 weeks ago. More to come up in trip.
3
3rd (1) Margaret's Legacy (14/1 -27%)
Margaret's Legacy

14/1(-27%)
(1) Margaret's Legacy 14/1, Fairly useful form over hurdles/fences in France. Let down by jumping both starts over fences for new yard this term, though still in contention when making a bad mistake 2 out at Market Rasen last time. Off nearly 5 months. Tongue strap back on. First run after wind op.
4
4th (7) Oneupmanship (6.5/1 +59%)
Oneupmanship

6.5/1(+59%)
(7) Oneupmanship 6.5/1, Fair hurdler who was in the process of making a good first attempt over fences when falling at Ffos Las in December 2021. Disappointed since (left Jack Barber prior to return), however. Change of headgear. Plenty to prove.
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|PU| (3) No Rematch (3.5/1 +56%)
No Rematch

3.5/1(+56%)
(3) No Rematch 3.5/1, Struggled in 3 starts over fences last season for Evan Williams but got back to winning ways on his second run for current connections in claiming hurdle at Leicester in February. Struggled back in a handicap at Warwick 10 days ago, however. Headgear/tongue strap fitted.
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|PU| (4) Last Quarter (5.5/1 -83%)
Last Quarter

5.5/1(-83%)
(4) Last Quarter 5.5/1, Hurdles winner who left his chase bow well behind when just failing at Ffos Las 10 days ago, again impressing with his jumping. Big shout up 3 lb.
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|PU| (8) Beyond Redemption (5.5/1 +35%)
Beyond Redemption

5.5/1(+35%)
(8) Beyond Redemption 5.5/1, First run since leaving Peter Flood when getting off the mark under Rules in 11-runner handicap chase at Wincanton (25.1f, soft) in January. Shaped better than bare result at Ffos Las since so worth another chance off revised mark.
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|PU| (2) Alkopop (12/1 +0%)
Alkopop

12/1(+0%)
(2) Alkopop 12/1, Has been in good form this season, finishing third in handicap hurdles on first 3 starts. Let down by his jumping back chasing at Fontwell on penultimate start, however (respectable effort back hurdling since).
LTO Selection:

16:30 Uttoxeter Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f Race Class Flow

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

Last Quarter warrants plenty of consideration on the back of a gallant runner-up effort at Ffos Las, but preference instead is for course winner TIP TOP MOUNTAIN. Robert Walford's charge should have no issue with the step up in trip, being a former point-to-point winner, while his breeding points towards him improving for it as well. Margaret's Legacy is still coming to terms with his new surroundings, while the unexposed Gold Emery is another to note.

The lightly-raced GOLD EMERY left his chase bow well behind when runner-up at Newcastle 2 weeks ago and should improve again over this longer distance, so is narrowly preferred to Last Quarter, who also stepped up massively from his debut in this sphere when just failing at Ffos Las 10 days ago. Tip Top Mountain goes well around here so is another to consider.

As an unexposed sort who is open to progress back up in trip, GOLD EMERY holds very good claims. Last Quarter is feared most.


16:37 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 3) 23f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) Dom Of Mary (1.2/1 +56%)
Dom Of Mary

1.2/1(+56%)
(6) Dom Of Mary 1.2/1, Bumper/hurdles winner who produced his best effort yet over fences when failing by a whisker at Huntingdon (2½m) last month. Doesn't look entirely straightforward but stepping back up in trip here should be in his favour and he needs considering.
2
2nd (5) Go Steady (3.5/1 +36%)
Go Steady

3.5/1(+36%)
(5) Go Steady 3.5/1, Looked as good as ever when landing a C&D contest recently, pulling clear of the rest with a subsequent winner. 4 lb rise fair enough and another bold show could be on the way.
3
3rd (7) Rakhine State (10/1 +9%)
Rakhine State

10/1(+9%)
(7) Rakhine State 10/1, Three-time winner over hurdles for Gordon Elliott and gained first success for current yard in handicap at Worcester in summer 2021. Placed both runs in this sphere since returning from a lengthy absence in November but needs to sharpen up his jumping.
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|PU| (2) Vision Des Flos (3.33/1 +26%)
Vision Des Flos

3.33/1(+26%)
(2) Vision Des Flos 3.33/1, Scored over fences at Warwick in September and has remained in good form since, coping well with the drop back to 2m when runner-up at Chepstow last time. Return to this trip no bad thing and he's a live contender.
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|PU| (3) Fire Away (10/1 +44%)
Fire Away

10/1(+44%)
(3) Fire Away 10/1, Built up good strike rate over hurdles/fences for this yard, doing well under the circumstances to add to his tally at Cartmel last May. However, below par thereafter and entitled to need this run following 8 months off.
LTO Selection:

16:37 Stratford Handicap Chase (Class 3) 23f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 3 race.

A case can be made for most of these but none more so than DOM OF MARY, who was only beaten a nose over 2m4f at Huntingdon last month and is just 2lb higher in the ratings. The recent C&D winner Go Steady is an obvious threat to the selection, while Vision Des Flos and Quoi De Neuf also merit places on the shortlist.

This drop back in trip looks a good move for QUOI DE NEUF, who was seemingly outstayed by the winner when hitting the crossbar over a trip just shy of 3m at Ludlow last time. He remains on a workable mark and promises to be suited by this sharp track. Vision des Flos is holding his form admirably well and is second choice ahead of recent C&D winner Go Steady and Dom of Mary.

Soft ground would leave some with more to prove but should not be a problem for last month's C&D winner GO STEADY.


16:45 Doncaster Maiden (Class 5) 10f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) Maxi King (9/1 +36%)
Maxi King

9/1(+36%)
(6) Maxi King 9/1, Lightly-raced colt. Third of 5 in nursery at Kempton (8f, 5/2), well positioned. Off 136 days. Up in trip. First run for yard after leaving David Loughnane. Place claims.
2
2nd (8) Ribal (3/1 +40%)
Ribal

3/1(+40%)
(8) Ribal 3/1, Stepped forward from his debut when third at Newmarket when last seen five months ago and this longer trip should suit, so he's respected.
3
3rd (1) Astrodome (5/1 -166%)
Astrodome

5/1(-166%)
(1) Astrodome 5/1, 1,200,000 gns yearling, Sea The Stars colt. Dam, winner up to 10.4f (Musidora Stakes, and 2-y-o 8.3f winner), sister to high-class 7f/1m (Sussex/Dewhurst Stakes) winner Too Darn Hot out of Yorkshire Oaks winner Dar Re Mi, an excellent family. Notable newcomer for top yard.
4
4th (3) Carlton (4.5/1 -64%)
Carlton

4.5/1(-64%)
(3) Carlton 4.5/1, €350,000 yearling, Frankel colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart 1m/9f winner Calyxa and useful winner up to 11f Clear For Take Off. Appears to be the stable's first string on jockey bookings, and every chance he can play a part if he's clued up.
5th
5th (4) Cosmic Soul (10/1 +38%)
Cosmic Soul

10/1(+38%)
(4) Cosmic Soul 10/1, €210,000 yearling, Sea The Stars colt. Brother to useful 2-y-o 1m winner Mystical Dawn and half-brother to 7f/1m winner Dark Kris. Worth a market check.
6th
6th (2) Camarrate (66/1 -65%)
Camarrate

66/1(-65%)
(2) Camarrate 66/1, 45,000 gns yearling, Gleneagles gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to very smart 1m-1½m (Gran Premio del Jockey Club) winner Rainbow Peak. Yard not renowned for debut winners.
7th
7th (9) Roost (4.5/1 +36%)
Roost

4.5/1(+36%)
(9) Roost 4.5/1, Bettered debut form when second in a novice at Wolverhampton 133 days ago and may do better still, so not a forlorn hope.
8th
8th (10) Seahouses (8/1 +11%)
Seahouses

8/1(+11%)
(10) Seahouses 8/1, Sea The Moon gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including very smart winner up to 1m Kinross and useful 1m winner Ceilidhs Dream. One to note.
9th
9th (12) Max Of Stars (300/1 -100%)
Max Of Stars

300/1(-100%)
(12) Max Of Stars 300/1, Yet to show a great deal of ability, so hard to make a case for.
10th
10th (13) Wintercrack (50/1 +50%)
Wintercrack

50/1(+50%)
(13) Wintercrack 50/1, Very well bred but there wasn't enough promise in her Southwell debut to think she can be of interest in this.
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11th (11) Ski Jump (66/1 +34%)
Ski Jump

66/1(+34%)
(11) Ski Jump 66/1, Modest maiden who ran well in a low-grade handicap at Wolverhampton last time but is likely to be outclassed in this.
12th
12th (7) Paddy The Squire (18/1 -80%)
Paddy The Squire

18/1(-80%)
(7) Paddy The Squire 18/1, 150,000 gns yearling, Golden Horn colt. Half-brother to 7f-8.3f winner Cruyff Turn and winner up to 1m New Kingdom, both useful. Promising fourth in a novice at Soutthwell on debut and should do better.
LTO Selection:

16:45 Doncaster Maiden (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

This can go the way of ROOST, who shaped with plenty of promise on both starts last season and should be well suited by going up in trip. The son of Sea The Moon may have too much for Ribal, who ran with plenty of credit at Newmarket when last in action. Astrodome is a Sea The Stars colt out of impeccably-bred Musidora winner So Mi Dar and is one of two really interesting newcomers for the Gosdens, with the other being Carlton, a 350,000-euro son of Frankel.

John Gosden provides two well-bred newcomers and it might well be worth chancing CARLTON to make a winning start. Astrodome is from a tremendous family and any market support would be significant so far as he's concerned, while Ribal looks the best of those with experience.

The vote goes to RIBAL from a yard with a fine recent record in this race. Roost is feared and the newcomers much respected.


17:00 Kempton Handicap (Class 4) 11f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Simply Sondheim (7/1 -8%)
Simply Sondheim

7/1(-8%)
(2) Simply Sondheim 7/1, Six wins from 10 runs last year. 12/1, thirteenth of 16 in handicap at Newmarket (12f, good). Off 176 days. Respected back in this grade.
2
2nd (7) Udaberri (10/1 +0%)
Udaberri

10/1(+0%)
(7) Udaberri 10/1, Won at Salisbury last season before ending campaign with a good third of 12 in handicap at this course (12f). Off 134 days. SOlid place claims.
3
3rd (3) Bizarre Law (5/1 +9%)
Bizarre Law

5/1(+9%)
(3) Bizarre Law 5/1, Course winner. Won at Goodwood last season and ended campaign in reasonable form. Mark looks about right on return from 6-month absence.
4
4th (5) Chantico (0.73/1 +42%)
Chantico

0.73/1(+42%)
(5) Chantico 0.73/1, Promising individual. Won 7-runner minor event (5/4) at Lingfield (10f, AW) 24 days ago, keeping on well. Makes handicap debut. Has to be taken seriously.
5th
5th (8) Destiny Queen (80/1 +0%)
Destiny Queen

80/1(+0%)
(8) Destiny Queen 80/1, Won on debut at Ascot in 2021 but didn't look as if she'd trained on in pair of handicaps last year. Off 8 months. Makes polytrack debut. Hood on 1st time. Not easy to make a case for.
6th
6th (4) Open Champion (14/1 -40%)
Open Champion

14/1(-40%)
(4) Open Champion 14/1, Fairly useful winner for Roger Varian last term. In process of running well below that level when taking a fall in Market Rasen juvenile hurdle 39 days ago. Bit to prove quickly switched back to the Flat.
7th
7th (1) Lizzie Jean (14/1 -115%)
Lizzie Jean

14/1(-115%)
(1) Lizzie Jean 14/1, Broker maiden over C&D last summer before impressing with wide-margin success in Southwell handicap. Failed to beat a rival on turf next 2 outings (including when holding her own for long way in St Leger) and she's worth market check back on AW.
8th
8th (6) Candy Shack (28/1 -12%)
Candy Shack

28/1(-12%)
(6) Candy Shack 28/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Again shaped well when second of 6 in maiden at Goodwood (14f, good to firm, 9/4). Off 9 months. Down in trip. Opening mark requires improvement.
9th
9th (9) Jenson Benson (18/1 +36%)
Jenson Benson

18/1(+36%)
(9) Jenson Benson 18/1, Latest win at Chelmsford City in February. 15/8, creditable second of 8 in handicap there (10f) 30 days ago. Still unexposed at this sort of trip and enters calculations.
LTO Selection:

17:00 Kempton Handicap (Class 4) 11f Race Class Flow

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

Simply Sondheim had won six in a row prior to finishing down the field in the Old Rowley Cup and he warrants plenty of respect on his return to action, but race-fitness could give CHANTICO the edge. He showed that he has improved from three to four years when making a winning comeback at Lingfield last month and this extra furlong can only be a positive. An opening mark of 84 may underestimate his ability, while first-time gelding Bizarre Law also merits shortlist inclusion on his reappearance.

CHANTICO scored in good style at Lingfield on his reappearance and shouldn't be overfaced by an opening mark of 84, especially with the prospect of further improvement likely. This is a tougher contest than Jenson Benson usualy contests but he arrives in good heart and looks on a fair mark, so is respected, whilst Lizzie Jean is very intriguing switched back the all-weather.

They are not the only ones of interest but this may well be between SIMPLY SONDHEIM and Chantico.


17:05 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 23f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Carlow Farmer (5/1 +55%)
Carlow Farmer

5/1(+55%)
(4) Carlow Farmer 5/1, Bettered this season's previous efforts when third at Fontwell a fortnight ago but he's none too reliable and is probably worth taking on.
2
2nd (3) Had To Be Hugo (2/1 +20%)
Had To Be Hugo

2/1(+20%)
(3) Had To Be Hugo 2/1, Runner-up sole outing in points and has made an encouraging start under Rules, making the frame on each of his 4 starts, most recently finding just one too good in 2½m Hexham novice (heavy). Open to improvement upped in trip for this handicap debut.
3
3rd (2) Getaweapon (20/1 -43%)
Getaweapon

20/1(-43%)
(2) Getaweapon 20/1, Returned with a bang when winning handicap at Bangor in October but in nothing like the same form since and the addition of cheekpieces (retained here) failed to work the oracle last time.
4
4th (6) Turning Gold (6/1 +40%)
Turning Gold

6/1(+40%)
(6) Turning Gold 6/1, Third success at Leicester when bolting up in a selling hurdle there (20.5f, heavy) at the end of December. However, ran no sort of a race back in handicap company at Ffos Las next time.
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|PU| (8) Breizh Alko (1.88/1 +46%)
Breizh Alko

1.88/1(+46%)
(8) Breizh Alko 1.88/1, Back to form returned to this sphere the last twice, latterly seeing off his 6 rivals in game fashion at Southwell (24.3f, soft). Nudged up just 2 lb and this veteran is likely to play a part in the finish.
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|PU| (7) On We Go (10/1 -82%)
On We Go

10/1(-82%)
(7) On We Go 10/1, Plenty of positives for Gillian Boanas, gaining fourth success from last 7 starts at Ayr (24.3f, heavy) last month, well positioned but ultimately doing it well. Still, now finds himself 7 lb higher in the weights in what looks a stronger race.
LTO Selection:

17:05 Uttoxeter Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 23f Race Class Flow

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

HAD TO BE HUGO has run with credit on all three starts over hurdles, including when runner-up last time at Hexham, and the six-year-old makes plenty of appeal with his attentions now switched to handicap company. Betterforeveryone remains open to improvement over timber despite falling at Plumpton when last seen, while On We Go completes the shortlist following her Ayr victory in February.

HAD TO BE HUGO looks the way to go on the back of a highly creditable effort in a Hexham maiden last month. The 6-y-o makes his handicap debut off what looks a fair mark and, with just a handful of runs under his belt, he probably has more to offer. The veteran Breizh Alko looks dangerouns but, if all is well following his departure at Plumpton last time, Betterforeveryone could be the one to pose most problems.

It's possible to make a case for several of these but the most attractive profile belongs to the lightly raced HAD TO BE HUGO (nap).


17:12 Stratford NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (9) Westerninthepark (3.5/1 +36%)
Westerninthepark

3.5/1(+36%)
(9) Westerninthepark 3.5/1, Second in a point and filled the same position switched to Rules at Huntingdon last month. Likely to step forward from that.
2
2nd (8) Titan Discovery (9/1 +25%)
Titan Discovery

9/1(+25%)
(8) Titan Discovery 9/1, Pether's Moon gelding. Brother to useful dual bumper winner Lunar Discovery and made a positive start when second of 4 at Newbury first time out. Not discounted.
3
3rd (5) Lord Of Thunder (3.33/1 +52%)
Lord Of Thunder

3.33/1(+52%)
(5) Lord Of Thunder 3.33/1, Runner-up on his sole outing between the flags and was picked up for six figures subsequently, so potentially exciting prospect and demands plenty of respect on Rules bow.
4
4th (7) My Monty (100/1 +33%)
My Monty

100/1(+33%)
(7) My Monty 100/1, No show in two bumpers to date and others make more appeal.
5th
5th (1) Banteer (3.33/1 -77%)
Banteer

3.33/1(-77%)
(1) Banteer 3.33/1, Represents a stable enjoyed a good deal of success in bumpers this season and made a pleasing start when runner-up at Exeter. Should go well again.
6th
6th (2) Brockarno (66/1 -313%)
Brockarno

66/1(-313%)
(2) Brockarno 66/1, Once-raced maiden. 40/1, third of 6 in bumper at Hereford (16.2f, good) on NH debut 45 days ago. More required.
7th
7th (4) Harry Gulliver (22/1 -10%)
Harry Gulliver

22/1(-10%)
(4) Harry Gulliver 22/1, Linda's Lad gelding. Dam modest 2m-21f hurdle winner, half-sister to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 25f) Clifton Debut. Wears hood.
8th
8th (3) Connolly (28/1 +15%)
Connolly

28/1(+15%)
(3) Connolly 28/1, Related to a winner but there wasn't much encouragement to be gleaned from his debut at Chepstow.
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|PU| (6) Mount Etna (3/1 +25%)
Mount Etna

3/1(+25%)
(6) Mount Etna 3/1, Runner-up sole start in points (Nov 27). Has joined a top trainer who often introduces some of his better types at this track, so worth chancing on Rules debut.
LTO Selection:

17:12 Stratford NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

WESTERNINTHEPARK only found one too good on his Rules debut at Huntingdon a couple of weeks ago and the son of Walk In The Park could be hard to beat with the benefit of that experience. However, the likes of Banteer, Chevington and Titan Discovery have similar profiles and they should not be underestimated. Lord Of Thunder and Mount Etna both showed promise between the flags and are others to note.

MOUNT ETNA showed plenty of ability in a point and has joined Nicky Henderson since, so he's fancied to make a successful switch to Rules. Lord of Thunder fits a similar mould and ranks as the main danger, while Banteer is the pick of those with bumper form.

Six of these found only one too good last time. Pick of the bunch could be BANTEER who shaped well when favourite at Exeter.


17:20 Doncaster Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (10) Don't Look Back (28/1 +0%)
Don't Look Back

28/1(+0%)
(10) Don't Look Back 28/1, Displayed a fair level of ability when in the care of Richard Hughes but lightly-raced for present yard and efforts over hurdles this year have been poor.
2
2nd (9) Ivy Avenue (16/1 -33%)
Ivy Avenue

16/1(-33%)
(9) Ivy Avenue 16/1, Some decent handicap form in Ireland for Jim Bolger and while she didn't shown much in 5 starts over hurdles for Warren Greatrex, this 6-y-o is one to note in the betting starting out for a shrewd yard off a potentially handy mark.
3
3rd (2) Lunar Jet (4/1 +67%)
Lunar Jet

4/1(+67%)
(2) Lunar Jet 4/1, Struggled last season and while he's dangerous to completely discount off this lowly mark, there wasn't a great deal of encouragement in his efforts over hurdles at Ayr and Ludlow in February.
4
4th (4) Mrs Meader (6.5/1 -95%)
Mrs Meader

6.5/1(-95%)
(4) Mrs Meader 6.5/1, Took a while to shed her maiden tag but after doing so at Newbury last June she went on to add two more handicaps to her tally, signing off with a second success at Newbury (1½m, heavy) in October. Resumes on a 5 lb higher mark but leading claims nonetheless.
5th
5th (11) Mac Ailey (12/1 +52%)
Mac Ailey

12/1(+52%)
(11) Mac Ailey 12/1, Resumed winning ways when scoring at Southwell (1m) in December and didn't do much wrong when runner-up over the same C&D next time. However, form took a turn for the worse at Newcastle and his turf strike rate (2-47) tempers enthusiasm.
6th
6th (3) Aldbourne (2.75/1 +8%)
Aldbourne

2.75/1(+8%)
(3) Aldbourne 2.75/1, Much-improved with the mud flying in October, bagging back-to-back handicaps Nottingham and Brighton. Safely held when bidding for the hat-trick over this C&D on final start of last season but effectively 6 lb lower now and he's one to consider.
7th
7th (6) Absolute Ruler (25/1 -14%)
Absolute Ruler

25/1(-14%)
(6) Absolute Ruler 25/1, Close third in a Leopardstown Group 2 as a juvenile for Donnacha Aidan O'Brien but it's been downhill pretty much all the way since. Equipped with cheekpieces last 3 starts but now sports a first-time hood and tongue strap refitted.
8th
8th (7) Menelaus (6.5/1 +19%)
Menelaus

6.5/1(+19%)
(7) Menelaus 6.5/1, Yet to get his head in front but capable of doing so judged on several pieces of form, not least when a close-up third of 14 on handicap debut over a mile at Ayr last season. Has failed to reproduce that form in 3 subsequent starts, though.
9th
9th (8) Glory And Honour (7.5/1 -15%)
Glory And Honour

7.5/1(-15%)
(8) Glory And Honour 7.5/1, Registered a quickfire double in 1½m handicaps last summer but put in his place off a similar mark on latest start in this sphere, and effort over hurdles here last month was hardly inspiring. Visor applied.
10th
10th (12) Straitouttacompton (80/1 -100%)
Straitouttacompton

80/1(-100%)
(12) Straitouttacompton 80/1, Best effort for a while when fourth in a 7-runner affair at Southwell (11f) recently but he's not especially appealing back on turf.
11th
11th (5) Crafter (8.5/1 +6%)
Crafter

8.5/1(+6%)
(5) Crafter 8.5/1, Winner of the first of his 2 starts in France for Andrew Fabre in 2021 but hasn't really threatened in 4 appearances for present connections. Now tried in cheekpieces.
12th
12th (1) Zuraig (40/1 -233%)
Zuraig

40/1(-233%)
(1) Zuraig 40/1, Windsor novice winner for Andrew Balding in May 2021 and produced some fair efforts for Iain Jardine last year. However, he hasn't shown much in 2 starts over hurdles for new connections and is opposable back in this sphere.
LTO Selection:

17:20 Doncaster Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

MRS MEADER ended last year by making it three victories from her last four starts with a career-best performance at Newbury in October. The drop back from 1m4f isn't likely to be an inconvenience and she is taken to handle a 5lb rise from the handicapper. Glory And Honour sports a first-time visor and is respected following a recent spin over hurdles at this track, while Aldbourne could have further progress to come, having struggled under a penalty here when last seen.

While she admittedly has a bit to prove, IVY AVENUE is on a good mark judged on her peak Irish form and could be worth chancing starting out for the shrewd Michael Appleby yard here, particularly if the market speaks in her favour. Mrs Meader and Aldbourne both improved last season and the former, who won 3 of her final 4 starts of the 2022 campaign, is feared most.

Glory And Honour is respected but preference is for ALDBOURNE who has conditions to suit on his return to action.


17:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(6) Valorant (12/1 +0%)
Valorant

12/1(+0%)
(6) Valorant 12/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2020. Ninth of 10 in minor event at Southwell (7.1f, 12/1) 23 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and she has a very lowly mark on third start for new connections.
1
1st (2) Vitralite (0.91/1 +55%)
Vitralite

0.91/1(+55%)
(2) Vitralite 0.91/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2019. Last of 12 in handicap (28/1) at Happy Valley (8.2f, good). Off 8 months. Makes polytrack debut. First run for yard after leaving D. J. Hall and he's not an easy one to assess from this reduced mark. One to monitor in the betting.
2
2nd (4) Okeanos (5/1 -82%)
Okeanos

5/1(-82%)
(4) Okeanos 5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Tongue strap on for first time, respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 4/1) 19 days ago, never nearer. Makes polytrack debut and may yet have a bigger performance in him (still looks green).
3
3rd (3) Ostilio (6/1 +57%)
Ostilio

6/1(+57%)
(3) Ostilio 6/1, Unreliable sort. 14/1, fifth of 7 in handicap at this course (8f) 21 days ago. Lurks on a very dangerous mark if he can arrest the slide.
4
4th (5) Brazen Arrow (3.5/1 -17%)
Brazen Arrow

3.5/1(-17%)
(5) Brazen Arrow 3.5/1, One win from 30 Flat runs. Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. Good second of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 9/1) 15 days ago. Expected to be bang there from the same mark.
5th
5th (1) Butterfly Island (28/1 -211%)
Butterfly Island

28/1(-211%)
(1) Butterfly Island 28/1, Unreliable sort. Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. Twenty fifth of 26 in handicap (33/1) at the Curragh (10f, heavy). Off 157 days. Back down in trip. First run for yard after leaving D. K. Weld.
LTO Selection:

17:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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

BRAZEN ARROW made a pleasing return to handicap company when filling the runner-up spot over this trip at Wolverhampton, and the fact he retains the mark from that run must make the Christine Dunnett-trained five-year-old of significant interest. Okeanos remains unexposed and can build on a fair display, also at Wolverhampton, last time out. He is feared most, just ahead of Vitralite on his return from Hong Kong.

This could be a lively betting heat given 3 of these have dropped a long way in the weights but the safest option is BRAZEN ARROW on the back of a runner-up effort a fortnight ago. Vitralite had a very unsuccessful period in Hong Kong but the assessor has given him a big chance back in Britain.

This should be much easier than VITRALITE has been accustomed to in Hong Kong and he can make a winning stable debut.


17:35 Uttoxeter NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Cherie D'am (1/1 +50%)
Cherie D'am

1/1(+50%)
(1) Cherie D'am 1/1, Great Pretender mare. Half-sister to fair hurdler Lalochezia. Dam (b95), bumper winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3m) Victor Hewgo. Makes plenty of appeal on paper.
2
2nd (2) Miss Maverick (9/1 +68%)
Miss Maverick

9/1(+68%)
(2) Miss Maverick 9/1, Doesn't make much appeal on pedigree and failed to beat a rival over C&D 2 weeks ago.
3
3rd (3) Northern Reel (3/1 +45%)
Northern Reel

3/1(+45%)
(3) Northern Reel 3/1, £38,000 buy after winning an Irish point in December. Stable has a good bumper record. Much respected, particularly if betting vibes strong.
4
4th (6) Shirley Knott (3.33/1 +88%)
Shirley Knott

3.33/1(+88%)
(6) Shirley Knott 3.33/1, Proconsul filly. Dam 5f winner. Bred to have plenty of speed and stable can ready a newcomer.
LTO Selection:

17:35 Uttoxeter NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Cherie D'am was an easy winner of a point-to-point at Hexham in November and is likely to prove popular having joined Dan Skelton since that performance. The vote, though, goes to MISTRAL MILLY, who caught the eye on her first start when staying on into fourth at Ascot in February and she is likely to benefit greatly from that experience. Northern Reel and Braunton Burrows appeal most of the remainder.

NORTHERN REEL won an Irish point and her stable is well capable of readying one, so she takes marginal preference over Mistral Milly, who shaped well at Ascot on debut. Cherie d'Am also makes plenty of appeal on paper.

Preference is for MISTRAL MILLY who outran her odds in a big field at Ascot and seems likely to improve.


17:50 Doncaster Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(6) Simulation Theory (10/1 -25%)
Simulation Theory

10/1(-25%)
(6) Simulation Theory 10/1, Redcar claimer winner on final start for George Scott and off the mark at second attempt for this yard in 1m Carlisle handicap last September. However, he was below par on final start of 2022 and his temperament isn't all it could be.
1
1st (8) Aone Ally (2.5/1 +29%)
Aone Ally

2.5/1(+29%)
(8) Aone Ally 2.5/1, Improved when switched to handicaps in 2021, just touched off in a C&D handicap on final start of the campaign. Missed whole of last season but didn't shape badly over hurdles in February and this low-mileage 5-y-o is one of the more interesting candidates.
2
2nd (4) Benadalid (16/1 +20%)
Benadalid

16/1(+20%)
(4) Benadalid 16/1, Posted much his best effort last season when runner-up over this C&D in April but subsequent efforts not so good and his record when fresh doesn't augur well either.
3
3rd (11) Das Kapital (3.33/1 +67%)
Das Kapital

3.33/1(+67%)
(11) Das Kapital 3.33/1, Sold placed efforts at Yarmouth and Newbury (both at around 1½m on soft/heavy) within space of 4 days in October. Below par on final 2022 appearance but could have a part to play if fully tuned-up for this with blinkers refitted.
4
4th (10) Zoffany Portrait (40/1 +39%)
Zoffany Portrait

40/1(+39%)
(10) Zoffany Portrait 40/1, Little bit of promise in pair of starts for Joseph O'Brien but has been soundly beaten at long odds all 4 starts for this yard. Turf debut.
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5th (1) Highlighter (3.5/1 -40%)
Highlighter

3.5/1(-40%)
(1) Highlighter 3.5/1, Promise on debut/sole start for George Scott in 1¼m Windsor novice last summer, and also encouraging signs both starts for new yard over an inadequate 7f. Likely improver now that he moves back up in trip for this handicap bow.
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6th (2) Light Up Our Stars (11/1 +8%)
Light Up Our Stars

11/1(+8%)
(2) Light Up Our Stars 11/1, Won twice on the AW last spring and also successful on turf at Epsom off just a 1 lb lower mark during the summer. Below par latest start at Chelmsford in February but a bigger concern is the forecast slow ground (done most of his turf racing on good/good to firm).
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7th (7) Peripeteia (20/1 -25%)
Peripeteia

20/1(-25%)
(7) Peripeteia 20/1, Opened turf account at Ripon (1¼m, good to firm) last summer and also hit the target twice at Wolverhampton later in the year. Latest effort at Newcastle in January lacked spark but wouldn't be without a chance if bouncing back here/handling conditions.
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8th (5) Kalahari Prince (5/1 -11%)
Kalahari Prince

5/1(-11%)
(5) Kalahari Prince 5/1, Found some improvement in first-time cheekpieces when landing a handicap over this trip for Kevin Ryan at Ayr (good to soft) last October. Went without the headgear when well held upped to 1¾m on the AW next time and it's again omitted on this return/debut for new yard.
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9th (9) Remedium (25/1 +0%)
Remedium

25/1(+0%)
(9) Remedium 25/1, Remains a maiden following a dozen attempts and looks set for another struggle back from a 9-month absence.
LTO Selection:

17:50 Doncaster Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

HIGHLIGHTER is open to a fair amount of improvement on his handicap debut and stepping back up in distance, with the booking of Billy Loughnane enhancing his claims further. Kalahari Prince can be forgiven his final effort last season as it came over a distance too far at Southwell. He is better judged on his Redcar success the time before and is capable of a decent showing. Others to note include Simulation Theory and Aone Ally.

AONE ALLY and handicap-debutant Highlighter both have low mileage and could be the pair to concentrate on. The latter has clearly been brought along with handicaps very much in mind and is not passed over lightly, but Aone Ally went close over this C&D on his latest start in this sphere and, while that was back in October 2021, he shaped as though plenty of ability remains when third over hurdles in February. Das Kapital and Peripeteia are each-way contenders.

The suggestion is AONE ALLY who shaped quite well in a hurdle on his return to action and was second over C&D on his latest Flat start.


18:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 10f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Boasty (2.5/1 +44%)
Boasty

2.5/1(+44%)
(2) Boasty 2.5/1, C&D winner. Creditable third of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 19 days ago. Twelve runs since last win in 2022, though.
2
2nd (7) Persian Wolf (7/1 +13%)
Persian Wolf

7/1(+13%)
(7) Persian Wolf 7/1, C&D winner who posted a creditable second of 7 in minor event at Lingfield (12f, AW) 5 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up again.
3
3rd (3) Scarborough Castle (5/1 +0%)
Scarborough Castle

5/1(+0%)
(3) Scarborough Castle 5/1, Resumed winning ways in 8-runner handicap (4/1) at Southwell (12.1f) 18 days ago. Very much had the run of the race there so bit more is required off a 2 lb higher mark.
4
4th (4) Villalobos (4/1 +0%)
Villalobos

4/1(+0%)
(4) Villalobos 4/1, First run since leaving Richard Hughes when landing 13-runner handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 25 days ago, always holding on. This C&D winner needs considering.
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5th (6) Sun Festival (16/1 +11%)
Sun Festival

16/1(+11%)
(6) Sun Festival 16/1, Arrives below form, only seventh of 9 to Medrara in handicap at this C&D 21 days ago. Others appeal more.
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6th (5) Lisdarragh (12/1 -20%)
Lisdarragh

12/1(-20%)
(5) Lisdarragh 12/1, C&D winner but only twice raced in 2022 and seventh of 10 in handicap at this C&D in November. Needs to hit the ground running on his return.
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7th (1) Medrara (3.5/1 -40%)
Medrara

3.5/1(-40%)
(1) Medrara 3.5/1, Tongue strap on for 1st time when winning 9-runner handicap (17/2) at this C&D 21 days ago. Remains with few miles on the clock so he's a big player despite taking a 4 lb rise.
LTO Selection:

18:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow

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

A game winner over 1m4f at Southwell most recently, a 2lb raised mark looks unlikely to stop SCARBOROUGH CASTLE securing a double here and David Simcock's charge can have another big say in proceedings. He made every post a winning one on that occasion, so this shorter trip should not be enough to hold him back. Villalobos scored on his stable debut for Simon Hodgson and can give the selection plenty to think about. Medrara also warrants a market check.

MEDRARA benefitted from the fitting of a tongue strap when getting off the mark over C&D and can defy a 4 lb rise in the weights with more to come from this lightly-raced 4-y-o. Villalobos is feared most on the back of his Lingfield success for his new yard, with fellow C&D winner Persian Wolf appealing as the pick of the remainder for place purposes.

A chance is taken with last year's winner BOASTY, who has been running consistently well lately and takes a slight drop in grade.


18:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Crownthorpe (6/1 +29%)
Crownthorpe

6/1(+29%)
(3) Crownthorpe 6/1, Second win in only 4 starts for this yard when seeing off 8 rivals at Newcastle (1m) 17 days ago. Only nudged up 2 lb so should remain competitive.
2
2nd (6) Hotspur Harry (16/1 +36%)
Hotspur Harry

16/1(+36%)
(6) Hotspur Harry 16/1, Winner at Nottingham last summer. Twice runner-up later in 2022 but ended his campaign on a low note at Newmarket in September. Off 6 months.
3
3rd (7) Prenup (3.33/1 -11%)
Prenup

3.33/1(-11%)
(7) Prenup 3.33/1, First run since leaving Hughie Morrison when winning 7-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (7f, 9/4) 26 days ago. Form boosted by second. kept up to work. Shortlist material.
4
4th (4) One For The Frog (3.33/1 -21%)
One For The Frog

3.33/1(-21%)
(4) One For The Frog 3.33/1, Showed promise when placed in maiden/novice events on AW last autumn. Unexposed now handicapping on his return. Interesting contender, particularly if backed.
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5th (1) Papa Stour (14/1 -40%)
Papa Stour

14/1(-40%)
(1) Papa Stour 14/1, C&D winner. Two wins from 5 runs last year. 13/2, fifth of 6 in handicap at this course (7f) 21 days ago. Hood on first time. This is a drop in class and he's one to keep an eye on in the market.
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6th (5) Monteria (5/1 +58%)
Monteria

5/1(+58%)
(5) Monteria 5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 22/1 and tongue strap on first time, creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at Kempton (1m) when last seen in October.
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7th (2) Sharvara (3.33/1 -33%)
Sharvara

3.33/1(-33%)
(2) Sharvara 3.33/1, Very good second of 6 in handicap (14/1) at Wolverhampton (7f) 19 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Makes polytrack debut. Will be suited by this return to 1m. Likely to go well.
LTO Selection:

18:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

One For The Frog makes his handicap bow off a break and is entitled to build on a good second over 7f at Wolverhampton back in November, but preference lies with SHARVARA. The gelded son of Kingman also occupied the runner-up berth at Wolverhampton on his most recent outing and is fancied to go one better off the same mark. Crownthorpe and Prenup add further spice to the mix.

PRENUP edged out a next-time-out winner at Wolverhampton last month so can make light of a 1 lb nudge and make it 2-2 for new trainer Jane Capple-Hyam. The return to 1m will suit Sharvara who may provide the chief threat unless the market vibes are notably strong surrounding the Sean Woods handicap newcomer One For The Frog.

The vote goes to PRENUP (nap) whose successful stable debut at Wolverhampton last month has already been franked.


19:00 Chelmsford Stakes (Class 2) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Bold Act (3.33/1 -33%)
Bold Act

3.33/1(-33%)
(2) Bold Act 3.33/1, Lightly-raced winner. Three wins from 4 runs last year. Career best when winning 4-runner nursery at Newmarket (8f, good, 4/9) in September, pushed out. Remains open to improvement.
2
2nd (3) Brave Emperor (6/1 +14%)
Brave Emperor

6/1(+14%)
(3) Brave Emperor 6/1, Useful gelding. Three wins from 4 runs last year. Didn't need to improve to win 7-runner minor event (3/1) at Kempton (8f) 17 days ago by head from Alzahir, well positioned. Another bold show anticipated.
3
3rd (6) Killybegs Warrior (66/1 +0%)
Killybegs Warrior

66/1(+0%)
(6) Killybegs Warrior 66/1, Fairly useful colt. 8/1, 2½ lengths fourth of 7 to Brave Emperor in minor event at Kempton (8f) 17 days ago. Likely to again find a few too good.
4
4th (5) Iconic Moment (2.5/1 +0%)
Iconic Moment

2.5/1(+0%)
(5) Iconic Moment 2.5/1, Promising type. Course winner. Won 7-runner listed race at Lingfield (7f, AW, 11/8) 28 days ago by short head from New Definition. Moving up to a mile could help bring about further improvement from this unbeaten colt, who holds an entry in the 2000 Guineas.
5th
5th (1) Alzahir (7/1 -40%)
Alzahir

7/1(-40%)
(1) Alzahir 7/1, Useful gelding. Winner at Doha in February. Good head second of 7 to Brave Emperor in minor event at Kempton (8f, 9/2) 17 days ago. Likely to give another good account.
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6th (4) Coco Jack (20/1 +60%)
Coco Jack

20/1(+60%)
(4) Coco Jack 20/1, Useful gelding. Four wins from 10 runs last year. 3 lengths fifth of 7 to Brave Emperor in minor event (14/1) at Kempton (8f) 17 days ago, left poorly placed. Clearly has work to do.
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7th (9) Stormy Entry (22/1 -10%)
Stormy Entry

22/1(-10%)
(9) Stormy Entry 22/1, Latest win at Dundalk in February. Very good 3¼ lengths third of 8 to Cairo in listed race (15/2) at Dundalk (8f) 29 days ago. No more than an each-way squeak here.
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8th (8) Physique (11/1 +39%)
Physique

11/1(+39%)
(8) Physique 11/1, Twice-raced winner. 7/4, won 13-runner minor event at Newmarket (7f, good to soft) when last seen in October, bit in hand. This is much tougher but he's unexposed.
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9th (11) Think Climate (7.5/1 +73%)
Think Climate

7.5/1(+73%)
(11) Think Climate 7.5/1, Two wins from 3 runs last year. Won 13-runner minor event (10/11) at Southwell (7.1f), plenty in hand. Off 116 days and will need to take a sizeable step forward if he's to follow up in this competitive contest.
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10th (7) New Definition (16/1 -60%)
New Definition

16/1(-60%)
(7) New Definition 16/1, Useful colt. Latest win at Lingfield in December. 17/2, excellent short-head second of 7 to Iconic Moment in listed race at Lingfield (7f, AW) 28 days ago. May again find his stablemate too strong.
LTO Selection:

19:00 Chelmsford Stakes (Class 2) 8f Race Class Flow

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

BOLD ACT improved with each start last year and there was a lot to like about the way he brushed aside the smart One Nation over this trip at Newmarket. Providing he's anywhere near peak fitness on his seasonal return, he looks sure to mount a bold bid. Iconic Moment has yet to taste defeat in three appearances and could confirm his Lingfield superiority over New Definition. Brave Emperor bravely held off Alzahir at Kempton and that pair look set for another good tussle.

While ICONIC MOMENT certainly doesn't appear to be short of speed, he shaped as though stepping up to a mile would be very much in his favour when overhauling stablemate New Definition close home over 7f at Lingfield last month. The best is probably yet to come from this colt and he is taken to maintain his 100% record. Godolphin's Bold Act improved with each of his 4 starts last season and is second choice ahead of recent Kempton 1-2, Brave Emperor and Alzahir.

A warm race, but the vote goes to the unbeaten ICONIC MOMENT who should appreciate the longer trip on a more galloping track.


19:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 4) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Shalaa Asker (1.38/1 +45%)
Shalaa Asker

1.38/1(+45%)
(3) Shalaa Asker 1.38/1, Won at Southwell in February and went in again over this C&D in March. Good second of 13 in handicap (12/1) at Wolverhampton (6f) last weekend. Another bold show is likely.
2
2nd (7) Blackjack (6/1 +33%)
Blackjack

6/1(+33%)
(7) Blackjack 6/1, Career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Southwell (6f, 10/1) 18 days ago, just holding on. Another who arrives in form and can't be discounted.
3
3rd (5) Em Jay Kay (9/1 -20%)
Em Jay Kay

9/1(-20%)
(5) Em Jay Kay 9/1, Won handicap at Southwell in February and creditable 1½ lengths second of 14 to Shalaa Asker there since. Should give another good account.
4
4th (2) Impeach (6/1 -9%)
Impeach

6/1(-9%)
(2) Impeach 6/1, Three wins from 12 runs last year. 12/1, creditable second of 8 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 22 days ago. Respected.
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5th (1) Beyond Equal (5.5/1 -10%)
Beyond Equal

5.5/1(-10%)
(1) Beyond Equal 5.5/1, Good third of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f) when last seen in October. Should be bang there if ready to roll on return.
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6th (6) Concierge (14/1 -133%)
Concierge

14/1(-133%)
(6) Concierge 14/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2021. Respectable fourth of 10 in handicap (18/1) at Kempton (6f) 24 days ago.
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7th (4) Alafdhal (10/1 -33%)
Alafdhal

10/1(-33%)
(4) Alafdhal 10/1, Four of his 5 wins this winter came over C&D but latest run here (5f) was disappointing and he remains 5 lb above his last successful mark.
LTO Selection:

19:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

The vote goes to SHALAA ASKER, who backed up his three-parts-of-a length success in an amateur jockeys' handicap over C&D with a solid placed effort at Wolverhampton last week. He can remain competitive, despite a further 2lb rise in the ratings. Em Jay Kay arrives following a string of win and placed performances, and chased the selection home at Southwell. He is likely to be in the shake-up once again, with Impeach and the returning Beyond Equal others to keep an eye on.

In a competitive sprint the vote goes the way of the thriving SHALAA ASKER. The returning Beyond Equal has run well when fresh before and is down to a feasible mark so he's second choice ahead of Em Jay Kay and Impeach.

Shalaa Asker and Em Jay Kay are high on the list but BEYOND EQUAL starts his campaign on a tempting handicap mark.


20:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) Tallulah Myla (4.5/1 +0%)
Tallulah Myla

4.5/1(+0%)
(7) Tallulah Myla 4.5/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Sixth of 11 in minor event (33/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f). Off 126 days. Makes handicap debut. Not easy to make a case for.
2
2nd (1) Ignac Lamar (2.75/1 +66%)
Ignac Lamar

2.75/1(+66%)
(1) Ignac Lamar 2.75/1, Latest win at Southwell in January. 18/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 24 days ago, not ideally placed. Can get involved if the race is run to suit.
3
3rd (3) Pending Appeal (8/1 -14%)
Pending Appeal

8/1(-14%)
(3) Pending Appeal 8/1, Winner at Nottingham in September. 8/1, good fourth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 22 days ago. Respected.
4
4th (4) Beautiful Eyes (10/1 +38%)
Beautiful Eyes

10/1(+38%)
(4) Beautiful Eyes 10/1, First run since leaving Charlie & Mark Johnston when last of 5 in handicap (10/1) at Southwell (7.1f) 76 days ago.
5th
5th (5) Talamanca (8/1 -45%)
Talamanca

8/1(-45%)
(5) Talamanca 8/1, Three wins from 11 runs last year. Latest win at Redcar in September. 10/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 31 days ago. Should give another good account.
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6th (2) Warminster (6.5/1 -30%)
Warminster

6.5/1(-30%)
(2) Warminster 6.5/1, Lightly-raced winner. Winner at Kempton in January. 14/1, creditable third of 9 in handicap at Kempton (7f) 38 days ago, having run of race. Shortlist material.
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7th (6) Captain Wentworth (4/1 -20%)
Captain Wentworth

4/1(-20%)
(6) Captain Wentworth 4/1, Lightly-raced maiden. First run since leaving Kevin Ryan when good second of 12 in nursery (6/1) at this C&D, suited by drop in trip. Off 149 days. One to be interested in.
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8th (8) Kanawha (18/1 -13%)
Kanawha

18/1(-13%)
(8) Kanawha 18/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in October. 14/1, bit below form fourth of 9 in nursery at Wolverhampton (5.1f). Off 113 days. Not completely dismissed.
LTO Selection:

20:00 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

An eyecatcher when second on his stable debut over C&D back in November, CAPTAIN WENTWORTH must hold every chance if building upon that career-best effort. He is likely to race prominently again and gets the vote ahead of Warminster, who faded into third over 7f at Kempton, and Talamanca, who was progressive last season and wasn't beaten far on his return at Lingfield. Kanawha and Pending Appeal are capable of being in the shake-up as well.

CAPTAIN WENTWORTH was suited by the drop in trip when runner-up on debut for this stable 149 days ago and, if the market vibes are positive, he's worth a chance to build on that and open his account. Warminster and Talamanca are a bit more exposed, but both rank as dangers.

A trappy affair in which PENDING APPEAL is taken to build on the promise of her reappearance at Kempton. Ignac Lamar is next best.


20:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 14f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) What Will Be (6.5/1 +7%)
What Will Be

6.5/1(+7%)
(4) What Will Be 6.5/1, C&D winner. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, sixth of 8 in handicap hurdle (20/1) at Fakenham (20f, soft) 15 days ago. Respectable on last Flat run.
2
2nd (5) Smokey Malone (4.5/1 +40%)
Smokey Malone

4.5/1(+40%)
(5) Smokey Malone 4.5/1, Course winner. 16/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f) 37 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Could get back on track.
3
3rd (2) Heath Rise (1/1 +20%)
Heath Rise

1/1(+20%)
(2) Heath Rise 1/1, C&D winner. 4/1, good second of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (16.6f) 19 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Expected to be bang there.
4
4th (3) Ask Peter (28/1 -180%)
Ask Peter

28/1(-180%)
(3) Ask Peter 28/1, Respectable fourth of 8 in handicap (7/1) at Epsom (10.1f, good to firm). Off 8 months. Significantly up in trip. First run for yard after leaving Charlie & Mark Johnston.
5th
5th (1) Eye Knee (12/1 +0%)
Eye Knee

12/1(+0%)
(1) Eye Knee 12/1, 66/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Taunton (16.5f, good) 39 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Syd Hosie. Hood on 1st time. Fair on the Flat, creditable on last Flat run.
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6th (6) Testing Faith (4.5/1 -35%)
Testing Faith

4.5/1(-35%)
(6) Testing Faith 4.5/1, Good second of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 9/1) 49 days ago. Merits respect in a weak race.
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20:30 Chelmsford Handicap (Class 6) 14f Race Class Flow

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HEATH RISE hasn't managed to get his head in front since his triumph over C&D back in September 2021, but he remains handicapped to strike after a pair of solid seconds at Wolverhampton last month. David Simcock's five-year-old should be suited by dropping back from an extended 2m and is preferred to Testing Faith, who bounced back to form with a strong effort at Wolverhampton. Ask Peter and Eye Knee cannot be ruled out either.

HEATH RISE upped his game when runner-up here last time and he hasn't had much racing over this trip, so he's a confident choice to get back to winning ways. Testing Faith is the main danger and there's reason to think Smokey Malone might fare a bit better than he has on his two previous outings this year.

Runner-up on his last two starts, HEATH RISE may have the right opportunity to go one better. He has proved his stamina, unlike some.


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