Tomform Friday 26th May 2023

There were 51 Races on Friday 26th May 2023 across 7 meetings. There was 7 races at Goodwood, 7 races at Haydock, 9 races at Bath, 7 races at Limerick, 8 races at Curragh, 7 races at Worcester, 6 races at Pontefract, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Friday 26th May 2023

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

13:40 Bath Maiden (Class 5) 10f - 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 (3) Ajyad (1.88/1 +0%)
Ajyad

1.88/1(+0%)
(3) Ajyad 1.88/1, Australia filly who posted a promising second of 6 in minor event (18/1) at Newcastle (10.2f) 21 days ago. Open to more progress so she rates a big player.
Kept on for second in a fillies' novice event latest; likely contender on her turf debut..
2
2nd (4) Miss Dolly Rocker (1.75/1 +0%)
Miss Dolly Rocker

1.75/1(+0%)
(4) Miss Dolly Rocker 1.75/1, Lightly-raced filly. 4/1, respectable second of 8 in minor event at Lingfield (8f, AW). Off 163 days. Up in trip. Much respected on her turf debut.
Placed in all four starts at two; may be able to kick on again after a break, up in trip..
3
3rd (1) Ala Kaifi (6/1 +25%)
Ala Kaifi

6/1(+25%)
(1) Ala Kaifi 6/1, £27,000 yearling, Mondialiste colt. Closely related to 1½m winner Despoina. Dam, 9.5f-1½m winner, sister to smart 1¼m-1½m winner Anatolian. Respected newcomer.
£27,000 yearling; closely related to 1m4f winner Despoina; dam 9.4f-1m4f AW winner..
4
4th (2) Al Tarfa (4/1 -14%)
Al Tarfa

4/1(-14%)
(2) Al Tarfa 4/1, Twice-raced gelding. Hooded for 1st time, good third of 11 in minor event at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 66/1) 23 days ago. In the mix.
Will need to settle better now upped in trip but looks a big player if he can do so..
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5th (5) The Famous Mrs B (22/1 -57%)
The Famous Mrs B

22/1(-57%)
(5) The Famous Mrs B 22/1, Massaat filly. Half-sister to 6f-7.4f winner Ugo Gregory. Dam 2-y-o 1m winner. Wears blinkers. Market can guide for this debutante.
Fifth foal; half-sister to 6f-7.4f winner Ugo Gregory (RPR 89); dam 1m 2yo winner (78)..
LTO Selection:

13:40 Bath Maiden (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

MISS DOLLY ROCKER filled the runner-up berth at Lingfield over a mile in December, when just touched off by a short head. The daughter of Frontiersman is bred to get further and can unlock the improvement needed to shed her maiden tag at the fifth time of asking. The main threat might be Ajyad, who took a step forward when upped to this distance last time, while any market support for Ala Kaifi should be noted.

AJYAD shaped well when runner-up at Newcastle and is fancied to go one better here with further progress on the cards for this daughter of Australia. Miss Dolly Rocker has the form to have a big say too and is feared most, although a market move for newcomer Ala Kaifi would put a slightly different slant on things.

The suggestion is AL TARFA, who came on plenty on his second start and is selected in the hope that he can settle better this time.


13:50 Goodwood Stakes (Class 4) 6f - 11 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) Barnwell Boy (5/1 +44%)
Barnwell Boy

5/1(+44%)
(2) Barnwell Boy 5/1, Foaled January 29. Starspangledbanner colt. Dam unraced out of smart 5f/6f (including at 2 yrs) winner Ladies Are Forever.
Bred for this trip; represents a strong yard and Oisin Murphy is a notable booking.
2
2nd (7) Packard (3.5/1 -17%)
Packard

3.5/1(-17%)
(7) Packard 3.5/1, Foaled April 16. €150,000 yearling, Mehmas colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including winner up to 9f Feathers and 2-y-o 5f/6f winner Dukebox, both useful. Dam, 7f winner who stayed 1¼m, sister to smart winner up to 9f New York Girl.
150,000euros yearling; strong yard and owner's 2yos having a season to remember already.
3
3rd (6) Moyet (10/1 -25%)
Moyet

10/1(-25%)
(6) Moyet 10/1, Foaled February 14. £38,000 yearling, Blue Point colt. Dam, maiden (stayed 1¾m), half-sister to very smart winner up to 1½m (stayed 1¾m) Blue Bunting, won 1000 Guineas and Irish Oaks.
Dam stoutly bred but the sire is an influence for speed; yard's 2yos not yet off the mark.
4
4th (3) Bated Breeze (4/1 +43%)
Bated Breeze

4/1(+43%)
(3) Bated Breeze 4/1, €26,000 foal, €35,000 yearling, Bated Breath colt. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 1¼m winner Southern Lights, from family of High Chaparral. 18/1, sixth of 13 in novice event at this course (5f, good to soft) on debut 21 days ago, not knocked about. Likely to improve.
Never dangerous from off the pace when sixth of 13 over 5f on good to soft here recently.
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5th (9) Royal Blaze (18/1 +10%)
Royal Blaze

18/1(+10%)
(9) Royal Blaze 18/1, Foaled March 9. 18,000 gns yearling, Muhaarar colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart 5f-7f winner Baron Bolt and useful winner up to 1¼m Momalorka. Dam lightly raced.
18,000gns yearling; trainer's debutants are usually best watched.
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6th (4) Double Jump (8.5/1 -55%)
Double Jump

8.5/1(-55%)
(4) Double Jump 8.5/1, Foaled March 5. 90,000 gns foal, 180,000 gns yearling, Dark Angel colt. Closely related to 5f winner Refuge and half-brother to 5f winner True Hero. Dam, 2-y-o 5f winner, half-sister to useful 7f-8.3f winner Hacienda and 2-y-o 5f winner Promised Money (by Dark Angel).
Value rose from 90,000gns as a foal to 180,000gns as a yearling; sharp pedigree.
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7th (8) Pinpoint (16/1 -14%)
Pinpoint

16/1(-14%)
(8) Pinpoint 16/1, Foaled April 9. 20,000 gns yearling, Due Diligence colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 5f winner Primrose Ridge. Dam, maiden (stayed 7f), half-sister to useful winner up to 6f Perfect Flight.
20,000gns yearling; market should be informative with his yard doubly represented.
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8th (11) Vaha (8/1 +20%)
Vaha

8/1(+20%)
(11) Vaha 8/1, Foaled February 20. 35,000 gns foal, 50,000 gns yearling, Time Test gelding. Brother to useful 11f/1½m winner La Yakel, closely related to 7f winner Sonnetina and half-brother to 7f/1m winner Willing To Please. Dam 1½m winner.
50,000gns yearling; bred to stay further but stable's 2yos have made a pleasing start.
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9th (1) Ambushed (6/1 -71%)
Ambushed

6/1(-71%)
(1) Ambushed 6/1, Foaled March 18. £105,000 yearling, Soldier's Call colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 5f winner Sardinia Sunset and useful winner up to 6f Tashaaboh. Dam maiden (stayed 6f).
£105,000 yearling; yard's 2yos are going very well so market confidence should be heeded.
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10th (10) Trevor (33/1 +50%)
Trevor

33/1(+50%)
(10) Trevor 33/1, Foaled January 20. Footstepsinthesand gelding. Dam unraced out of useful winner up to 7f (including at 2 yrs) The Gold Cheongsam.
First foal; dam unraced half-sister to 6f-7.4f winner Qipao (inc 2yo); already gelded.
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11th (5) Havana Mojito (80/1 -100%)
Havana Mojito

80/1(-100%)
(5) Havana Mojito 80/1, Foaled March 11. Havana Grey colt. Dam, 5f-6f winner, half-sister to useful 1½m-13f winner Bolder Bob.
Dam tough 5f-6f winner (RPR 88), sister to useful 6f-7f winner Harwoods Volante.
LTO Selection:

13:50 Goodwood Stakes (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

The market will be a key guide but marginal preference is for PACKARD, who cost 150,000 euros as a yearling and the son of Mehmas is closely related to plenty of two-year-old winners. Double Jump is also very interesting given that his dam won at Listed level early in her juvenile career and Clive Cox's colt was another expensive purchase at 180,000gns. Others to note are Ambushed, Barnwell Boy and Moyet.

BATED BREEZE ran to just a modest level when mid-field here on debut 3 weeks ago but he showed plenty to work on and can put that experience to good use up against newcomers. Double Jump's sales price doubled from foal to yearling so is one to note, while Packard looks a likely type for Richard Hannon.

The market should be enlightening. As things stand, PACKARD looks a likely type with his owner's 2yos going great guns.


14:05 Haydock Handicap (Class 4) 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 (5) Spirit Of The Bay (8.5/1 -13%)
Spirit Of The Bay

8.5/1(-13%)
(5) Spirit Of The Bay 8.5/1, It's now 11 runs since her last win in 2021 but she posted a fair fourth of 7 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft) 25 days ago. Can give a good account now back up in trip.
Fair run over 1m at Bath this month and she's one to consider now back up in distance.
2
2nd (3) Maghlaak (1.1/1 +37%)
Maghlaak

1.1/1(+37%)
(3) Maghlaak 1.1/1, Made a promising start to his career with wins in novices at Kempton and Goodwood last summer and resumed from 8 months off with an encouraging third of 8 in handicap at Goodwood (9.9f, heavy) 20 days ago, clear of rest. Big shout off an unchanged mark.
2-3 in 3yo campaign and reappeared with solid 3rd; open to further improvement; respected.
3
3rd (7) Thunder Max (7.5/1 +17%)
Thunder Max

7.5/1(+17%)
(7) Thunder Max 7.5/1, Yet to add to his debut success but he's largely run well in handicaps since. Beat only one in first-time blinkers at Chester 15 days ago though so he needs to get back on track.
Reappeared with encouraging fourth over C&D and soft ground may not have suited at Chester.
4
4th (1) Tamarama (4/1 -14%)
Tamarama

4/1(-14%)
(1) Tamarama 4/1, Ended her time with Charlie Hills with a 10f Chelmsford win in October but she came in last of 7 for her new trainer in handicap at Windsor (10f, heavy) 18 days ago. Worth another chance.
Tailed off on stable debut but on soft ground; three wins last year and not written off.
4
4th (4) Bizarre Law (7/1 -56%)
Bizarre Law

7/1(-56%)
(4) Bizarre Law 7/1, Went backwards from his reappearance third when sixth of 8 in handicap at Kempton (12f) 23 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Reappeared with close third at Kempton but below par there subsequently.
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6th (2) Noble Anthem (22/1 -83%)
Noble Anthem

22/1(-83%)
(2) Noble Anthem 22/1, 2 wins from 5 runs last year and ended 2022 with two efforts in the frame over hurdles. Respected on his return.
On a competitive mark on his best form but returns from a break with something to prove.
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7th (6) Rogue Rocket (12/1 +14%)
Rogue Rocket

12/1(+14%)
(6) Rogue Rocket 12/1, Winner at Salisbury last July. Run best ignored (stumbled badly early) when last of 11 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f) 7 months ago. Not discounted on his return.
Disappointing on final two starts last season but perhaps a break will have helped.
LTO Selection:

14:05 Haydock Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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

The unexposed MAGHLAAK shaped well enough behind a couple of rivals proven in testing conditions at Goodwood on his return and having progressed well last term, he can resume that forward momentum. Tamarama failed to fire at Windsor on her first appearance for Ralph Beckett, pulling too hard in conditions softer than ideal, but can be given another chance on a sounder surface. Spirit Of The Bay improved on her second start of the year and appears to be on an attractive mark.

MAGHLAAK was a dual winner last season and signalled he's ready to go in again when a promising reappearance third at Goodwood. Spirit of The Bay is on a lengthy losing run but should benefit from this step up in distance and is feared most off an easing mark, with Tamarama worth considering too.

The Charlie Hills-trained MAGHLAAK (nap) could be a lightly raced 4yo to follow and he is the selection ahead of Thunder Max.


14:15 Bath 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 (7) Jimmy Mark (5.5/1 +21%)
Jimmy Mark

5.5/1(+21%)
(7) Jimmy Mark 5.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 33/1, sixth of 12 in handicap at Salisbury (9.9f, good to soft) 22 days ago, headway out wide over 2f out and keeping on. That was his best effort yet but he'll need to find further progress to get involved here.
Modest form in 5 starts but this isn't overly competitive & it's still early days for him.
2
2nd (3) Pink Lily (2/1 -6%)
Pink Lily

2/1(-6%)
(3) Pink Lily 2/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. 6/1, career best when winning 14-runner handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 9 days ago, cosily. Claims once more under a penalty.
Won well over C&D last week and leading claims despite her 6lb penalty.
3
3rd (4) Star Sprite (2.5/1 +50%)
Star Sprite

2.5/1(+50%)
(4) Star Sprite 2.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 4 in handicap (2/1) at Southwell (12.1f) 47 days ago, not seeing things out over the marked longer trip on back of 7 months off. This ought to reveal more having first crack at 10f.
Hasn't lived up to market expectation on a couple of occasions; flashed tail latest.
4
4th (1) Man Made Of Smoke (25/1 -108%)
Man Made Of Smoke

25/1(-108%)
(1) Man Made Of Smoke 25/1, Belatedly shed maiden tag at Wolverhampton (9.5f) at the start of the month but not in same form turned out under a penalty when last of 6 over that trip/track 14 days ago. Blinkers replace usual visor back on turf but he may find a couple too good.
21st time lucky when winning at Wolverhampton this month; less good last time; needs more.
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5th (5) Native Melody (28/1 -155%)
Native Melody

28/1(-155%)
(5) Native Melody 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 80/1) 18 days ago. Significantly up in trip and rider takes off a very handy 3 lb once more.
Modest form to date; cheekpieces left off today; not bred to relish this longer trip.
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6th (2) Fullforward (4/1 -78%)
Fullforward

4/1(-78%)
(2) Fullforward 4/1, 18/1, good second of 12 in handicap at Salisbury (9.9f, good to soft) 22 days ago, challenging inside final 1f and keeping on. Expected to be bang there.
In front of Pink Lily latest and 4lb better off today; strong claims.
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7th (6) Alicefromumbridge (18/1 +18%)
Alicefromumbridge

18/1(+18%)
(6) Alicefromumbridge 18/1, Respectable 7¾ lengths seventh of 14 to Pink Lily in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 40/1) 9 days ago, plenty to do over 2f out and plodding on. More needed if she's to double career tally here.
1m AW winner in January but not progressing and behind Pink Lily over C&D last week.
LTO Selection:

14:15 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow

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

FULLFORWARD (second) had Pink Lily (third) behind at Salisbury on his latest outing and is now 4lb better off at the weights, as the latter went on to strike over this course and distance. If he is able to reproduce that level of form, the son of Tamayuz could prove very tough to beat. Another to consider is Star Sprite, who remains unexposed and was not beaten far on her handicap debut.

A winner over 1m on his final start as a juvenile, FULLFORWARD ran his best race yet for his new yard when runner-up over this sort of trip at Salisbury 3 weeks ago (Pink Lily placed third) and he can confirm the promise of that run and come out on top. The latter-named, a subsequent winner over C&D 9 days ago, rates a big threat however, ahead of Star Sprite.

Pink Lily won well over C&D last week but she may have to give best to FULLFORWARD at these weights.


14:25 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 11 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) Sudden Ambush (7.5/1 -25%)
Sudden Ambush

7.5/1(-25%)
(6) Sudden Ambush 7.5/1, Improved after 4 months off when off the mark in minor event at Lingfield (1m) in January, benefiting from an aggressive ride. Has matched rather than improved on that form in a pair of handicaps subsequently.
May still have more to offer; possibilities back down in distance.
2
2nd (3) Choisya (14/1 -17%)
Choisya

14/1(-17%)
(3) Choisya 14/1, Southwell novice winner who improved when second of 5 on her handicap debut at Kempton in March. Not seen to best effect when below form at former course last time so not written off now switched to turf.
Form dipped on latest AW run; attempts turf for first time.
3
3rd (7) Seductive Power (12/1 +14%)
Seductive Power

12/1(+14%)
(7) Seductive Power 12/1, Fairly useful performer who has scope and ran well on the AW first 2 starts this year. Was below form back on turf on most recent outing, though. Wears first-time blinkers.
May bounce back if he takes well to first-time blinkers.
4
4th (5) Man Of Eden (2.5/1 +17%)
Man Of Eden

2.5/1(+17%)
(5) Man Of Eden 2.5/1, Irish import who made quite hard work of landing the odds on debut for new yard in a 1m Newcastle maiden in January. Failed to fully settle when sixth in 1¼m Newmarket handicap back from a break but benefited from the drop back in trip when second to a big improver over C&D last time. Shortlisted.
Finished nicely for second in similar event over C&D three weeks ago.
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5th (9) Tiger Bay (25/1 -108%)
Tiger Bay

25/1(-108%)
(9) Tiger Bay 25/1, Reached the frame over 6f/7f at Wolverhampton at the end of 2022 and improved to get off the mark at Lingfield (7f, AW) last month, having run of race. Into handicaps now and more required.
Likely player if transferring her AW progress to turf.
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6th (8) Woodstock (6/1 +45%)
Woodstock

6/1(+45%)
(8) Woodstock 6/1, Built on debut second when comfortably landing short odds at Chelmsford and didn't need to improve again to double his tally at Kempton in March. Seemed unsuited by very testing underfoot conditions tackling turf for the first time at Nottingham last time, so well worth another chance.
Progressive on AW; possibly unsuited by soft ground on turf debut.
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7th (11) Dream Of Mischief (16/1 +27%)
Dream Of Mischief

16/1(+27%)
(11) Dream Of Mischief 16/1, Made the most of a big drop in class fitted with first-time cheekpieces when making his second nursery start a winning one at Lingfield (7f, AW) in September. However, wasn't in the same form back on turf at Newmarket the following month.
1-1 on AW; 0-5 on turf; gelded since last run.
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8th (4) John Chard VC (5/1 -25%)
John Chard VC

5/1(-25%)
(4) John Chard VC 5/1, 100,000 gns yearling who displayed fine battling qualities to get off the mark in a Leicester novice (7f) in September. Matched that form when third on nursery debut at York on final outing and is likely to do better still this season given his physique. Has been gelded since last seen. Interesting.
Solid record in four races last term; enters the reckoning.
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9th (10) Pure Gold (40/1 -82%)
Pure Gold

40/1(-82%)
(10) Pure Gold 40/1, Caused a bit of a surprise (sent off 28/1) when making a winning start at Kempton in June. Hasn't built on that since, though possibly needed the run upped in trip after 8 months off at Brighton 24 days ago.
Not solid on turf form but the return to 1m may suit.
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10th (1) Dornoch Castle (16/1 -14%)
Dornoch Castle

16/1(-14%)
(1) Dornoch Castle 16/1, Went the wrong way at 2 yrs after a promising start and turned in another underwhelming effort after 9 months off (had breathing op) on his handicap debut at Haydock 13 days ago. Enough to prove at present.
May bounce back with Haydock reappearance under his belt.
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11th (2) Come Together (5/1 +0%)
Come Together

5/1(+0%)
(2) Come Together 5/1, Showed much improved form when edging out a promising newcomer close home in 11-runner minor event at Wolverhampton (8.6f) in November. Has a 6-month absence to overcome but looks on a good mark for handicap debut.
Looks the type to improve further and do well in handicaps.
LTO Selection:

14:25 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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

This is an open looking handicap and a tentative nod goes to MAN OF EDEN, who has a fitness edge over potentially his biggest dangers. Harry and Roger Charlton's charge was a good second over C&D last time and he can go close again, despite a 2lb rise. Come Together was successful over the extended mile at Wolverhampton but has been off the track since November, while John Chard Vc must also overcome an absence from the track.

COME TOGETHER looks to have got into handicaps on a good mark based on his win at Wolverhampton in November, so he's an appealing candidate, especially with the prospect of more to come. Man of Eden ran well behind a big improver over C&D on his most recent outing and is feared most, while Woodstock and John Chard Vc are others who enter calculations.

On the back of his good second over C&D three weeks ago, MAN OF EDEN could well go one better. Sudden Ambush is second choice.


14:40 Haydock Maiden (Class 2) 6f - 11 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) Sarakana (40/1 -21%)
Sarakana

40/1(-21%)
(9) Sarakana 40/1, Foaled March 20. €8,500 yearling, Harzand filly. Half-sister to 1¼m winner Swatch. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 1m winner Time's Arrow out of very smart 5f/6f winner Gilt Edge Girl. Probably one for longer trips further down the line judged on pedigree.
8,500euros yearling; by Harzand; market instructive.
2
2nd (5) Crooked Crown (22/1 -83%)
Crooked Crown

22/1(-83%)
(5) Crooked Crown 22/1, Cable Bay filly who proved very green when sixth in 7-runner Ascot maiden (5f) on debut 2 weeks ago. This ought to reveal more.
May improve with Ascot debut under her belt.
3
3rd (3) Chic Colombine (1.5/1 +45%)
Chic Colombine

1.5/1(+45%)
(3) Chic Colombine 1.5/1, Foaled March 30. €10,000 yearling, Seahenge filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 9f winner Milos. Dam Italian 1¼m winner. Noteworthy newcomer.
10,000euros yearling; by Seahenge; notable connections.
4
4th (2) Angel Shared (50/1 -52%)
Angel Shared

50/1(-52%)
(2) Angel Shared 50/1, Foaled May 12. 9,000 gns yearling, Harry Angel filly. Closely related to useful winner up to 1m Tadleel and half-sister to 3 winners, including winner up to 6f Miss Brazen. Makes some appeal on paper but yard not renowned for success with their juveniles.
9,000gns yearling; yard has modest strike-rate with 2yos.
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5th (4) China Trade (6/1 -71%)
China Trade

6/1(-71%)
(4) China Trade 6/1, Foaled May 16. Belardo filly. Half-sister to several winners, including smart winner up to 7f Misty Grey and useful winner up to 13f The Trader. Interesting newcomer.
Filly by Belardo out of a smart performer; likely type.
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6th (10) Tiora (16/1 -45%)
Tiora

16/1(-45%)
(10) Tiora 16/1, Foaled February 21. 21,000 gns foal, €9,000 yearling, Time Test filly. Dam, 6f winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 7f Pyrrha. Yard enjoy success with their juveniles so she's worthy of note if market vibes prove positive.
9,000euros yearling; out of a 6f 2yo winner; interesting.
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7th (6) Dibbsy's Dream (6/1 +57%)
Dibbsy's Dream

6/1(+57%)
(6) Dibbsy's Dream 6/1, Foaled March 18. €15,000 yearling, Soldier's Call filly. Half-sister to 8.6f winner Host. Dam, ran twice at 2 yrs, half-sister to useful winner up to 1m Rare Ransom out of 1¼m winner Rapid Ransom. Yard yet to strike with their 2-y-os so far this term.
15,000euros yearling; by Soldier's Call; market helpful.
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8th (8) Patasola (50/1 -52%)
Patasola

50/1(-52%)
(8) Patasola 50/1, Twice-raced filly who still looked in need of the experience when fourth of 6 in maiden (20/1) at Ripon (5f, heavy) 14 days ago, pushed along before halfway and one paced. Handicaps likely to be more her bag in due course.
Ties in with stablemate Lady Dandylion on Ripon running.
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9th (1) Always Love You (2.5/1 -25%)
Always Love You

2.5/1(-25%)
(1) Always Love You 2.5/1, Aclaim filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful 6f winner City Money and 7.5f winner Evidence, both in France. Showed ability when fourth in 11-runner Windsor novice (5f) on debut in April, kicking on over 2f out and vulnerable late on. Sound claims with progress anticipated.
Sets the standard on her debut fourth at Windsor; respected.
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10th (7) Lady Dandylion (50/1 -150%)
Lady Dandylion

50/1(-150%)
(7) Lady Dandylion 50/1, €15,000 yearling, Dandy Man filly. Merely closed up late when fifth in 6-runner Ripon maiden (5f) on debut 2 weeks ago and she's one for the longer term on that evidence.
Looks likely to improve on her Ripon effort.
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11th (11) Tiselle Tuendchen (50/1 +0%)
Tiselle Tuendchen

50/1(+0%)
(11) Tiselle Tuendchen 50/1, Once-raced filly. Ninth of 13 in novice event at Goodwood (5f, good to soft, 100/1) on debut 21 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Entitled to come on for that run but others appeal more.
Down the field at Goodwood; others preferred.
LTO Selection:

14:40 Haydock Maiden (Class 2) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Any market confidence behind the George Boughey-trained newcomer Chic Colombine would be significant, but ALWAYS LOVE YOU shaped with plenty of promise when fourth at Windsor. The form of that race has worked out well, with the winner going in again since, while the second went close in Listed company at York last week. China Trade might prefer further than this in time but is sure to be fit and ready to go on debut.

ALWAYS LOVE YOU clearly knew her job and showed bright speed before proving vulnerable late in the day when fourth on debut in a Windsor novice (5f) last month. Very much the type to improve, she can build on that run and make it second time lucky. Chic Colombine and China Trade are a couple of appealing newcomers and may emerge as the lead threats.

The standard is set by ALWAYS LOVE YOU. Nicely bred newcomer China Trade is second choice.


14:50 Bath Stakes (Class 5) 5f - 11 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) Mayo Neighs (11/1 -29%)
Mayo Neighs

11/1(-29%)
(6) Mayo Neighs 11/1, Foaled February 14. 95,000 gns yearling, Dandy Man gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including useful 2-y-o 6f winner Bosh and 5f-7f winner Porfin. Dam 7f winner who stayed 9f. Lots to like on paper.
2
2nd (5) Mashadi (0.91/1 +17%)
Mashadi

0.91/1(+17%)
(5) Mashadi 0.91/1, Showed quite a bit of ability again when second of 7 in minor event at York (5f, firm, 5/2) 9 days ago, keeping on well inside final 1f. May yet do better.
3
3rd (11) Toca Madera (6/1 +0%)
Toca Madera

6/1(+0%)
(11) Toca Madera 6/1, Foaled January 29. €40,000 foal, £45,000 yearling, Bated Breath gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 2-y-o 6f winner Hala Hala Hala and 7f/1m winner Cobra Kai. Dam 2-y-o 7f/1m winner. Check betting.
4
4th (4) Loaded Gun (12/1 +57%)
Loaded Gun

12/1(+57%)
(4) Loaded Gun 12/1, 9/2, proved to be a disappointment when thirteenth of 16 in minor event at Doncaster (5f, heavy) on debut 55 days ago.
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5th (1) Succession (3.33/1 +5%)
Succession

3.33/1(+5%)
(1) Succession 3.33/1, Promising type. Won 8-runner maiden (13/8) at this C&D (soft) 25 days ago, in control when running green final 1f. Should progress further.
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6th (10) The Liegeman (11/1 -120%)
The Liegeman

11/1(-120%)
(10) The Liegeman 11/1, Foaled March 4. 52,000 gns yearling, 170,000 gns 2-y-o, Equiano colt. Brother to 3 winners, including high-class 6f winner The Tin Man and 5f winner Persaria. Dam 6f/7f winner. Interesting.
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7th (2) Dan Dee Prince (80/1 -21%)
Dan Dee Prince

80/1(-21%)
(2) Dan Dee Prince 80/1, Twice-raced maiden. 28/1, stiff task when last of 11 in minor event at Chester (5.1f, heavy) 16 days ago.
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8th (8) Rust E Boy (80/1 -21%)
Rust E Boy

80/1(-21%)
(8) Rust E Boy 80/1, 12/1, went backwards from debut under much less-testing conditions when eighth of 10 in maiden at Newbury (6f, good) 7 days ago. Hooded for 1st time.
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9th (9) Tea Leaf Ted (150/1 -50%)
Tea Leaf Ted

150/1(-50%)
(9) Tea Leaf Ted 150/1, Hopelessly green when last of 7 in maiden at Leicester (5f, heavy, 4/1) on debut 13 days ago.
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10th (7) No Sinner (40/1 +39%)
No Sinner

40/1(+39%)
(7) No Sinner 40/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fared better than previously when third of 6 in maiden (17/2) at Brighton (5.3f, good) 23 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time.
LTO Selection:

14:50 Bath Stakes (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Succession made all last time over course and distance but he now has to carry a 7lb penalty, which could open the door for the Richard Hannon-trained MASHADI. The son of Blue Point was just touched off on his second career start at York and he can score here. The Liegeman, who is a full-brother to the multiple Group 1 winner The Tin Man, should be monitored in the betting.

Mashadi has finished runner-up on both outings so far and he may find one too strong again here in the shape of MAYO NEIGHS, who has plenty of speed in his pedigree and confidence would only heighten should market support arrive. Recent C&D winner Succession can fight out third spot with debutant The Liegeman.

Dual silver medallist MASHADI (nap) is taken to go one better. Succession and newcomer The Liegeman are feared most.


15:00 Goodwood Listed (Class 1) 10f - 11 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) Araminta (7.5/1 -25%)
Araminta

7.5/1(-25%)
(2) Araminta 7.5/1, Looked a useful prospect when making a winning debut at Newbury (7f, heavy) last month and confirmed those impressions when close third in 1m course listed event a fortnight later. More to come and should have a big say if as effective over this longer trip.
2
2nd (10) Understated (7.5/1 +17%)
Understated

7.5/1(+17%)
(10) Understated 7.5/1, Built on promising 11f AW debut second in January when winning 5-runner Windsor novice (1¼m, heavy) last month. Quicker ground over this trip perhaps a slight worry for a filly who is bred to relish 1½m but there's surely more to come. .
3
3rd (7) Secret Solace (8/1 +6%)
Secret Solace

8/1(+6%)
(7) Secret Solace 8/1, Gleneagles filly who won a 7f Salisbury novice last September and ended her 2-y-o campaign by finishing fourth in a Newbury listed (7f again). Steps up 3f in trip on her reappearance.
4
4th (5) Heavenly Breath (33/1 -313%)
Heavenly Breath

33/1(-313%)
(5) Heavenly Breath 33/1, Runner-up at Group 3/listed level over 1m in France. Did too much too soon when well held in 1m German Group 3 last time. Cheekpieces worn on that occasion are retained. Up in trip. Best form puts her right there but might be vulnerable to less-exposed sorts.
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5th (8) Sisyphus Strength (5/1 +69%)
Sisyphus Strength

5/1(+69%)
(8) Sisyphus Strength 5/1, Maiden winner last September and improved again when fourth in a 1m Newmarket listed the following month. 8/1, reportedly lost her action when pulled up in Cheshire Oaks on her reappearance.
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6th (6) Inner Space (8/1 +6%)
Inner Space

8/1(+6%)
(6) Inner Space 8/1, Bred in the purple and looked good prospect when making all in 14-runner novice at Kempton (1m) in November. Disappointed in the Nell Gwyn at Newmarket on reappearance but retains potential for a top yard which had one bounce back from a poor run in a Guineas trial to win a York Group 3 last week.
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7th (9) Tarjamah (18/1 -13%)
Tarjamah

18/1(-13%)
(9) Tarjamah 18/1, Made a winning start in 8.5f Wolverhampton novice in December. 12/1, possibly unsuited by soft ground when well held in Pretty Polly on Newmarket reappearance 19 days ago. Remains open to improvement.
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8th (4) Fast Tara (12/1 +52%)
Fast Tara

12/1(+52%)
(4) Fast Tara 12/1, Made it third time lucky in maiden company when seeing off 11 rivals on her Bellewstown reappearance in April. Seemed to have her limitations exposed when seventh of 8 in Naas listed over this trip since, though.
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9th (3) Blue Missile (6/1 +33%)
Blue Missile

6/1(+33%)
(3) Blue Missile 6/1, Left last summer's debut behind when winning 1m Lingfield novice at the end of November. Open to further progress for last year's winning stable.
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10th (1) Sirona (11/1 +39%)
Sirona

11/1(+39%)
(1) Sirona 11/1, Listed winner in Germany at 2. Shaped better than her remote fourth in Cheshire Oaks on reappearance might suggest, folding after pressing for home too soon under gruelling conditions.
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11th (11) Veil Of Shadows (4/1 -100%)
Veil Of Shadows

4/1(-100%)
(11) Veil Of Shadows 4/1, Overcame greenness when winning 9-runner novice event (8/1) at Kempton (1m) on debut in February. Stepped up on that form when 3 lengths second in 1m Ascot conditions race 23 days ago. Will be suited by 1¼m. Another to consider.
LTO Selection:

15:00 Goodwood Listed (Class 1) 10f Race Class Flow

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

It's difficult to rule any of these out with improvement on the cards, so only a tentative vote can go to ARAMINTA. It's not often Henry Candy sends out a winning debutant, so it was all the more striking when she cruised to success at Newbury last month. She then lost nothing in defeat when third over 1m here, and the step up in trip can see her in an even better light. Heavenly Breath and Veil Of Shadows are feared most, while Inner Space heads the remainder.

ARAMINTA acquitted herself well against a couple of older, more experienced rivals when a close third in a 1m course listed event 3 weeks ago and can build on that now stepping up to 1¼m. Veil of Shadows, Blue Missile and Understated look very useful prospects for good stables and head the many possible dangers in an open-looking listed event.

Although she lacks a Ribblesdale entry, VEIL OF SHADOWS looks sure to improve for going this far after her good run at Ascot.


15:15 Haydock Listed (Class 1) 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) Get Ahead (1.75/1 +30%)
Get Ahead

1.75/1(+30%)
(3) Get Ahead 1.75/1, Useful filly who shaped well at Bath on return and similar form when sixth in Palace House at Newmarket. Needs considering back down in class.
Two solid runs this year and time looks right for another crack at 5f; on the shortlist.
2
2nd (4) Kape Moss (8/1 -33%)
Kape Moss

8/1(-33%)
(4) Kape Moss 8/1, Better than ever this season, returning with last-gasp 5f win at Southwell. Went close to following up when a fast-finishing third in handicap at Epsom (5f) before excellent fourth in listed race at Newmarket, finishing in front a few of these. Respected.
Improved form when Listed fourth at Newmarket three weeks ago and she could be thereabouts.
3
3rd (2) Aramis Grey (10/1 -11%)
Aramis Grey

10/1(-11%)
(2) Aramis Grey 10/1, Useful mare who regained the winning thread in Lingfield conditions' event in February (with bit in hand). Good second in similar event at Newcastle and not taken lightly back on turf.
Better than ever on AW this year; something to find but no doubts regarding current form.
4
4th (9) Sweet Harmony (9/1 +36%)
Sweet Harmony

9/1(+36%)
(9) Sweet Harmony 9/1, Fourth in the Rockfel at Newmarket on her final 2yo start but has struggled in Nell Gwyn/1000 Guineas this season. Opposable back sprinting up against her elders.
3yo who has shown sprinting potential in Group races and could be a serious contender.
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5th (6) Princess Shabnam (12/1 +0%)
Princess Shabnam

12/1(+0%)
(6) Princess Shabnam 12/1, Useful filly who took a step back in the right direction when sixth in listed race at Newmarket 3 weeks ago and player if building on that.
Listed win at Pontefract last August; hasn't hit same heights since but is not ruled out.
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6th (5) Makarova (4/1 +11%)
Makarova

4/1(+11%)
(5) Makarova 4/1, Landed back-to-back Salisbury handicaps (at 6f) last spring and she acquitted herself well after, including when fifth in listed race at Newmarket on return. Should come on for that.
Last season ended with a Listed second and she could improve for recent reappearance.
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7th (1) Gale Force Maya (5.5/1 -100%)
Gale Force Maya

5.5/1(-100%)
(1) Gale Force Maya 5.5/1, Progressed into a smart sprinter last year, winning 5 times (bagged listed events at York and Ayr) and signed off with a creditable fourth at Newmarket. Disappointed there on return but soft ground might have been against her. Well worth another chance.
Good to soft may not have suited on comeback & she has leading claims on last year's best.
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8th (8) It's Showtime Baby (50/1 -150%)
It's Showtime Baby

50/1(-150%)
(8) It's Showtime Baby 50/1, Highly tried after making winning debut at Dundalk last spring and was well held in listed race at Chelmsford on return. Others stronger.
Needs to better her Irish 2yo Group-race form and was well beaten on stable debut.
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9th (7) Scot's Grace (66/1 -136%)
Scot's Grace

66/1(-136%)
(7) Scot's Grace 66/1, Fairly useful form without winning for Hugo Palmer last season and up against it starting out for new yard on return.
Below par on final two runs last year and has plenty to find even if back to her best.
LTO Selection:

15:15 Haydock Listed (Class 1) 6f Race Class Flow

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

GALE FORCE MAYA has finished behind her stablemate Azure Blue on her last two starts but that filly is now a Group 2 winner and with this faster surface sure to suit, the Michael Dods-trained seven-year-old gets the vote. Get Ahead has only her second try over this trip after competing over the minimum distance for most of her career, and remains of interest. Makarova was ahead of the selection at Newmarket and further improvement is possible with that run now under her belt.

GALE FORCE MAYA showed smart form when winning twice at this level last season and this looks another good opportunity for her to add to her tally under a penalty back on ground which should prove more suitable. Get Ahead is feared most back down in class, with Kape Moss best of the others.

Gale Force Maya holds leading form claims but this could go to the 3yo SWEET HARMONY, who has shown sprinting potential over 7f.


15:25 Bath Handicap (Class 5) 5.5f - 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) Redredrobin (5.5/1 +0%)
Redredrobin

5.5/1(+0%)
(9) Redredrobin 5.5/1, Career best when winning 7-runner handicap (7/2) at Salisbury (6f, good to firm) 8 days ago, driven out. Escapes a penalty and she has to enter calculations, for all that this looks tougher.
Unpenalised for last week's Salisbury win and therefore 4lb well in; considered.
2
2nd (3) Granary Queen (4/1 +11%)
Granary Queen

4/1(+11%)
(3) Granary Queen 4/1, Course winner. 9/2, respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at Newmarket (7f, good) 8 days ago, finding less than looked likely. This drop in trip is an interesting move and she's one to consider.
Usually seen over further but she's talented and a strong pace will suit back in trip.
3
3rd (1) Coup De Force (3.5/1 -5%)
Coup De Force

3.5/1(-5%)
(1) Coup De Force 3.5/1, 12/1, creditable second of 7 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Eased in class here and she's high on the shortlist.
Good 2nd in a stronger race at Goodwood 3 weeks ago; leading contender against her own sex.
4
4th (7) Starsong (20/1 -82%)
Starsong

20/1(-82%)
(7) Starsong 20/1, Latest win at Chelmsford City in February. Blinkered for 1st time, creditable 1½ lengths second of 6 to Four Adaay in handicap at Kempton (6f, 17/2) 16 days ago. Will probably find one or two too good once more.
Three 6f AW wins for this yard; behind Four Adaay at Kempton latest; fast ground a ?.
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5th (5) Four Adaay (3.33/1 +33%)
Four Adaay

3.33/1(+33%)
(5) Four Adaay 3.33/1, Won 6-runner handicap at Kempton (6f, 5/4) 16 days ago by 1½ lengths from Starsong, readily. 4 lb rise is hardly draconian and no surprise at all if she's in the mix once again.
In good form this spring, beating Starsong on AW most recently; should be in the mix.
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6th (2) Sarah's Verse (8.5/1 -42%)
Sarah's Verse

8.5/1(-42%)
(2) Sarah's Verse 8.5/1, Three-time C&D winner, the latest off 5 lb lower here last month. Fifth of 7 in handicap at Windsor (5.1f, heavy, 4/1) 11 days ago and probably a shade too high in the weights for now.
C&D win on Good Friday has been followed by two lesser efforts; others better treated.
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7th (4) Hello Me (6.5/1 +35%)
Hello Me

6.5/1(+35%)
(4) Hello Me 6.5/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2021. 6/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (6f). Off 112 days and she looks vulnerable from a win point of view.
On losing run; good 2nd on AW in Jan but coughing after lesser run in Feb; risks involved.
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8th (6) Vaunted (22/1 -83%)
Vaunted

22/1(-83%)
(6) Vaunted 22/1, Last of 12 in handicap (25/1) at Ripon (5f, good) when last seen in September (reportedly bled). Probably best watched starting out for new yard.
Good record fresh but not much wiggle room off this mark ahead of her stable debut.
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9th (8) Hersilia (33/1 -32%)
Hersilia

33/1(-32%)
(8) Hersilia 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 16/1 and hooded for 1st time, eighth of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f). Off 6 months and needs to raise her game.
Lightly raced but she is in a competitive race after her absence and others are stronger.
LTO Selection:

15:25 Bath Handicap (Class 5) 5.5f Race Class Flow

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

COUP DE FORCE was only narrowly denied in a higher grade at Goodwood three weeks ago and the daughter of Lethal Force could be hard to stop off just a 1lb higher mark. Four Adaay is an obvious threat to the selection following her victory at Kempton earlier in the month. Redredrobin does not have to carry a penalty for her win at Salisbury recently and completes the shortlist.

The vote goes to the consistent GRANARY QUEEN, who has done most of her racing at 7f/1m but it could be that sprinting is her game after all. Coup de Force is accorded a great deal of respect on the back of a solid effort in a higher-grade handicap at Goodwood, while last week's Salisbury winner Redredrobin and Four Adaay are others to consider.

Coup De Force ran well in a better race last time but GRANARY QUEEN should get a good pace to aim at and can come out on top.


15:35 Goodwood Handicap (Class 3) 7f - 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 (4) Ropey Guest (4/1 +0%)
Ropey Guest

4/1(+0%)
(4) Ropey Guest 4/1, Consistent type who was runner-up in Buckingham Palace at Ascot and Bunbury Cup at Newmarket last summer. Shaped as if needing the run after 7 months off when fifteenth in Victoria Cup at Ascot (7f, soft) 13 days ago. Weighted to go well off a 2 lb lower mark.
Poor strike-rate but has clear possibilities off current mark back down in grade.
2
2nd (2) Nizaaka (3/1 +50%)
Nizaaka

3/1(+50%)
(2) Nizaaka 3/1, Useful mare who gained three wins from 8 runs last year. Well below par after 11 weeks off when seventh of 8 in Chartwell Stakes at Lingfield (7f, AW) 13 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Has form figures of 2111 in handicaps on British soil; interesting back at this level.
3
3rd (6) Ernie's Valentine (12/1 -20%)
Ernie's Valentine

12/1(-20%)
(6) Ernie's Valentine 12/1, Winless last term but he largely ran well. Had a wind op before coming in last of 7 in handicap here (6f, good to soft) 21 days ago so much more is needed with tongue strap/cheekpieces back on.
Reappearance effort doesn't suggest he's about to regain the winning thread.
4
4th (5) Able Kane (4.5/1 +10%)
Able Kane

4.5/1(+10%)
(5) Able Kane 4.5/1, Ended 2022 below par and yet to hit top form in two runs this term, fourth of 8 in handicap at Ascot (6f, soft) 14 days ago. Others appeal more for win purposes.
Last start under Oisin Murphy resulted in a success (in 2021); one to consider.
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5th (7) Marlay Park (18/1 -50%)
Marlay Park

18/1(-50%)
(7) Marlay Park 18/1, Dual 7f Epsom scorer in 2022 but he's yet to fire this season, only sixth of 7 at Bath (8f, soft) 25 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter.
Has a doubt over current form and still has something to prove in this grade.
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6th (3) Lyndon B (8.5/1 -70%)
Lyndon B

8.5/1(-70%)
(3) Lyndon B 8.5/1, C&D winner who signed off for 2022 with good second of 19 in handicap at Newbury (7f) 8 months ago. Not ruled out on his seasonal return.
Won 7f contest at Glorious Goodwood last term; not dismissed.
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7th (8) Global Esteem (7/1 +22%)
Global Esteem

7/1(+22%)
(8) Global Esteem 7/1, Hit the target twice in 2022 but he failed to build on his reappearance fifth when filling the same spot in 7f handicap at Newmarket 8 days ago. Cheekpieces go back on with something to find on form.
Remains well treated having gained last three wins off this mark; not ruled out.
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8th (9) Tintoretto (28/1 -100%)
Tintoretto

28/1(-100%)
(9) Tintoretto 28/1, Landed 7f handicap at Wolverhampton in March but he ran poorly in similar event at Brighton 34 days ago. This C&D winner needs to get back on track.
Poor effort last time but is interesting on C&D win (off 4lb higher) two years ago.
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9th (1) Autumn Festival (5/1 -25%)
Autumn Festival

5/1(-25%)
(1) Autumn Festival 5/1, Ended 2022 by completing a five-timer at Musselburgh (7f) in October. Took a step back in the right direction when fourth of 15 in handicap at Thirsk (8f, heavy) 20 days ago so he needs considering.
Productive sort; drop back to 7f looks ideal; 2-2 under William Buick; respected.
LTO Selection:

15:35 Goodwood Handicap (Class 3) 7f Race Class Flow

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

A prolific winner in the second half of last season, AUTUMN FESTIVAL bounced back to form with a highly creditable effort in the Thirsk Hunt Cup and the drop in trip is a major plus. The booking of William Buick also catches the eye and he is taken to see off C&D winner Lyndon B and Global Esteem, who has not been beaten far on either start this season. Able Kane and Tintoretto are entitled to be thereabouts as well.

ROPEY GUEST is a consistent sort who shaped as if the run would put him spot on when fifteenth in Ascot's Victoria Cup so he gets the nod off a 2 lb lower mark here. Autumn Festival looked on the way back when fourth at Thirsk last time and is next on the list ahead of C&D winner Lyndon B.

Off a workable mark NIZAAKA could well enhance her strong record in British handicaps. Autumn Festival is feared most.


15:50 Haydock Stakes (Class 4) 7f - 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) Fallen Angel (2.25/1 +32%)
Fallen Angel

2.25/1(+32%)
(3) Fallen Angel 2.25/1, Foaled March 31. Too Darn Hot filly. Half-sister to 7f/1m winner Celestial Queen and useful 1½m winner Divine Jewel. Dam useful 2-y-o 7f/1m (May Hill Stakes) winner. Appealing newcomer.
Trainer is having another fine year with 2yos; firmly in calculations on debut.
2
2nd (4) Lady Of Leisure (4.5/1 +0%)
Lady Of Leisure

4.5/1(+0%)
(4) Lady Of Leisure 4.5/1, Foaled February 21. 115,000 gns yearling, Masar filly. Dam, winner up to 8.6f (2-y-o 1m winner), half-sister to smart 1¼m winner Crystal Pegasus. Makes appeal on paper and would need taking seriously if supported.
115,000gns yearling; in good hands and has travelled from Hampshire to make her debut.
3
3rd (6) Queen's Reign (3.5/1 +42%)
Queen's Reign

3.5/1(+42%)
(6) Queen's Reign 3.5/1, Foaled February 4. 280,000 gns yearling, Siyouni filly. Dam, 1m winner, half-sister to useful 7f winner Glesga Gal. Plenty to like on paper.
Should have a bright future but trainer's 2yos tend to improve for their debut outings.
4
4th (7) Seven Aces (14/1 -56%)
Seven Aces

14/1(-56%)
(7) Seven Aces 14/1, Adaay filly who showed only greenness when down the field in a Sandown novice (5f) on debut 10 days ago. Significantly up in trip and better can be expected with that under her belt.
Open to improvement on this second start but highly likely to need a big step forward.
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5th (2) Doubletalk (4/1 -20%)
Doubletalk

4/1(-20%)
(2) Doubletalk 4/1, Foaled February 24. Night of Thunder filly. Half-sister to 1¼m winner Brazilian Beach. Dam, Brazilian winner up to 1¼m (Group 2 event), also 6f-1m winner at 2 yrs.
With a top northern stable and no surprise to see a good run on debut.
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6th (1) Amazing Winnie (14/1 -180%)
Amazing Winnie

14/1(-180%)
(1) Amazing Winnie 14/1, Foaled February 3. €75,000 foal, €100,000 yearling, Kodiac filly. Half-sister to winner up to 11f Ancalena. Dam winner up to 1½m (2-y-o 7f winner).
100,000euros yearling; trainer has unearthed promising 2yos this term; respected on debut.
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7th (5) Mary Bagot (12/1 -20%)
Mary Bagot

12/1(-20%)
(5) Mary Bagot 12/1, Foaled May 1. Magna Grecia filly. Closely related to 1¼m-1½m winner Moll Davis and 1m/9f winner Mrs Fitzherbert, both useful. Dam useful French winner up to 1¼m (2-y-o 9f winner). Bred for longer trips but her yard had a nice 2-y-o winner at Yarmouth earlier in the week. Wears hood.
Newcomer; has a classy pedigree and very interesting for stable whose 2yos are going well.
LTO Selection:

15:50 Haydock Stakes (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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

Just the one runner with any racecourse form, and SEVEN ACES may well be able to put that to good use. Slowly away at Sandown, she was never involved until passing one rival late on, but should have learned plenty from the experience. Amazing Winnie may be one of the better newcomers for a stable that has had four juvenile winners on the turf this year. Fallen Angel is another worth watching first time out.

A field of newcomers bar one so the market will likely prove the best guide in this novice, but as things stand FALLEN ANGEL is just about the pick on paper being by Too Darn Hot and out of the May Hill Stakes winner Agnes Stewart. Queen's Reign and Lady of Leisure are a couple of other well-related sorts to keep an eye on.

Some very interesting newcomers and preference is for MARY BAGOT, who is from a fine family. Fallen Angel is second choice.


16:00 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 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 (1) My Delilah (3.33/1 +56%)
My Delilah

3.33/1(+56%)
(1) My Delilah 3.33/1, Failed to repeat her previous effort at this C&D when fifth of 9 in handicap (13/2) back here (soft) 25 days ago, forced to switch and hampered rival over 1f out. Could fare better on only third start for current yard.
Good start for this yard over C&D last month but less good here latest; others preferred.
2
2nd (3) Desert Illusion (8/1 +33%)
Desert Illusion

8/1(+33%)
(3) Desert Illusion 8/1, After 8 months off, ran no sort of race when last of 12 in handicap (28/1) at Doncaster (6f, soft) 27 days ago. Needs to leave her reappearance well behind with cheekpieces on 1st time.
Flickers of ability at two, including C&D; well held on soft on return; headgear added now.
3
3rd (2) Flying Barty (3/1 +45%)
Flying Barty

3/1(+45%)
(2) Flying Barty 3/1, Wasn't able to improve when sixth of 10 on nursery debut at Ayr (6f, good, 22/1) when last seen in September. Off 8 months ahead of first run for yard after leaving Kevin Ryan. Watch for market clues.
Just modest form for K Ryan last year; down in grade for stable debut; not fully exposed.
4
4th (11) Alaskan (16/1 -33%)
Alaskan

16/1(-33%)
(11) Alaskan 16/1, Went backwards from previous effort when last of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 24 days ago. Improvement required as she drops back down in trip.
Went close when well backed at Southwell on his handicap debut (6f) but yet to build on it.
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5th (10) Pearly Gaits (33/1 -106%)
Pearly Gaits

33/1(-106%)
(10) Pearly Gaits 33/1, Not in the same form as previous outing when last of 8 in handicap at Brighton (5.3f, good, 14/1) 23 days ago. Bounce back called for, though it does still remain early days.
2nd at Windsor in April but well held last time; withdrawn after getting loose last week.
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6th (6) Alainn Tu (5.5/1 -65%)
Alainn Tu

5.5/1(-65%)
(6) Alainn Tu 5.5/1, Off the mark at Wolverhampton at the beginning of the month and backed up that effort when third of 6 in handicap (7/2) at Lingfield (5f, AW) 17 days ago, despite having been left poorly placed. Major player.
Effective over C&D and comes here on the up; more appealing than most.
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7th (7) Mick Says No (8.5/1 +0%)
Mick Says No

8.5/1(+0%)
(7) Mick Says No 8.5/1, On her second start in a handicap, only fourth of 8 at Brighton (5.3f, good, 22/1) on turf debut 23 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Could still have more to offer back on all-weather.
Two promising runs at Wolverhampton in March; yet to build on them in handicaps.
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8th (5) Mayz (8.5/1 +53%)
Mayz

8.5/1(+53%)
(5) Mayz 8.5/1, Little impact in a trio of minor events last year, sixth of 10 at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 200/1) in November. Off 6 months ahead of first run for yard after leaving John Spearing. Makes handicap debut.
Bred to leave her 2yo form behind her at some point; this more suitable on stable debut.
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9th (8) Enterprising Lady (100/1 -203%)
Enterprising Lady

100/1(-203%)
(8) Enterprising Lady 100/1, Has fared no better switched to handicaps this year, last of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 40/1) 14 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time.
Well beaten in two handicap runs this spring; addition of cheekpieces not enough to tempt.
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10th (4) Miss Moonshine (8.5/1 -21%)
Miss Moonshine

8.5/1(-21%)
(4) Miss Moonshine 8.5/1, 2 wins from 5 runs this year, with her latest success at Lingfield in February. Possibly not 100% when seventh of 9 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 3/1) 77 days ago. Can get back on track after a break.
In good form on AW over the winter; fair claims back on turf after 11 weeks off.
LTO Selection:

16:00 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

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

This represents a considerable drop in class for Flying Barty, who was last seen finishing sixth at Ayr in September. She makes her stable debut for Stuart Williams here and is taken to improve, but ALAINN TU has previous track form and shades the vote following some respectable efforts on the all-weather recently. Mayz makes her handicap bow and is another to consider.

ALAINN TU has shown improved form since her reappearance, getting off the mark at Wolverhampton at the start of the month before not being seen to best effect when third at Lingfield 6 days later. She is taken to resume winning ways at the expense of Miss Moonshine, who can leave her latest run behind following a break. My Delilah completes the shortlist.

Flying Barty could have more to come this year but DESERT ILLUSION is preferred back on fast ground and with headgear tried.


16:10 Goodwood Listed (Class 1) 11f - 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) Batemans Bay (9/1 +18%)
Batemans Bay

9/1(+18%)
(1) Batemans Bay 9/1, Shaped like a stayer on debut and duly improved for the extra 1f when winning Haydock novice. Ran well upped in grade/trip when fourth in Zetland Stakes at Newmarket (10f, good) 7 months ago and further progress in on the cards as his stamina is drawn out (gelded in interim).
Useful and more than ready for this stiffer test of stamina, as his pedigree would imply.
1
1st (4) Gregory (0.57/1 +48%)
Gregory

0.57/1(+48%)
(4) Gregory 0.57/1, Golden Horn colt who looked potentially smart in justifying support to see off a trio of previous winners in Haydock novice last month, quickening clear entering final 1f. Likely to be a warm order with significant improvement in the offing.
From a fine family and looked a colt going places when beating previous winners at Haydock.
2
2nd (6) Klondike (5.5/1 -83%)
Klondike

5.5/1(-83%)
(6) Klondike 5.5/1, 600,000 gns yearling, Galileo colt who overcame inexperience to make a winning debut in Newbury maiden (11f, heavy) just under 5 weeks ago, seen to good effect under this rider to get up close home. Bred to stay well and in top hands, he's sure to improve.
Accounted for a subsequent Chester winner when getting up in the nick of time at Newbury.
3
3rd (5) Hadrianus (5.5/1 +15%)
Hadrianus

5.5/1(+15%)
(5) Hadrianus 5.5/1, AW maiden winner in December who was much improved when ¾-length second of 5 to Epictetus in 1¼m Epsom listed race on his reappearance. Not in the same form at Chester (12.3f, heavy) just over a fortnight ago, so will need to get back on track.
Found conditions too testing in the Chester Vase; still a colt of some potential.
4
4th (3) Goldenstatewarrior (11/1 +0%)
Goldenstatewarrior

11/1(+0%)
(3) Goldenstatewarrior 11/1, Made a winning debut in 15-runner maiden at Gowran (9.6f, heavy) last month and coped well with the step up in grade when fifth to Sprewell in Derby Trial Stakes at Leopardstown (10f, heavy) 19 days ago, doing his best work at the finish. In the mix with a repeat.
Maiden winner who was then fifth in an Irish Derby Trial; respected back in grade.
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5th (7) Tempered Soul (12/1 +14%)
Tempered Soul

12/1(+14%)
(7) Tempered Soul 12/1, Continued his race-by-race progress when scoring in the manner of a useful prospect at Chelmsford (10f) just over 2 weeks ago, leading 2f out and cruising clear. Will go on improving and could well be in the shake-up.
Plenty to like about how he got off the mark at Chelmsford but plenty more needed here.
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6th (2) Galactic Jack (25/1 +0%)
Galactic Jack

25/1(+0%)
(2) Galactic Jack 25/1, Course maiden winner last autumn but his limitations have seemingly been exposed at Group 3/listed level since, tailed-off last in Chester Vase (12.3f, heavy) 16 days ago (reportedly made a respiratory noise). Tongue tie goes on and others make more appeal.
Bigger price than Hadrianus when tailed off behind that rival in the Chester Vase.
LTO Selection:

16:10 Goodwood Listed (Class 1) 11f Race Class Flow

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

A fairly open contest in which marginal preference lies with KLONDIKE. A game winner over 1m3f at Newbury last month, William Haggas' expensive colt can make it two out of two, and the fact he holds an entry for the King Edward VII Stakes at Royal Ascot suggests he is showing all the right signs at home. Gregory is another who made a successful start to his career and he can give the selection plenty to think about, along with the grade-dropping Batemans Bay.

Normandie Stud Ltd won this contest 12 months ago with Lionel and they could have a star on their hands this time around in the shape of GREGORY, who justified support to see off a trio of previous winners at Haydock last month, and with significant improvement on the cards, he's fancied to take this step up in grade in his stride. Klondike is bred to stay well, so he may emerge as the main threat having also made a winning debut, with Tempered Soul third on the shortlist.

Klondike and Gregory are promising but HADRIANUS sets the standard on his Epsom second and there were excuses at Chester.


16:25 Haydock Stakes (Class 5) 8f - 14 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) Zouzanna (0.91/1 +24%)
Zouzanna

0.91/1(+24%)
(9) Zouzanna 0.91/1, Fairly useful form when runner-up in novices over 1m at Windsor (good to firm) and Kempton (AW) last autumn. Sets a decent standard for the rest to aim at.
Runner-up last autumn on her first two starts and she holds leading form claims.
2
2nd (13) Prisha (28/1 -100%)
Prisha

28/1(-100%)
(13) Prisha 28/1, 7/1, tenth of 13 in novice at Kempton (7f) on debut in December. The fact she went off a single-figure price suggests better was expected.
Down the field on debut at Kempton but sent off at 7-1; interesting to note betting again.
3
3rd (6) Loddon (16/1 +68%)
Loddon

16/1(+68%)
(6) Loddon 16/1, 50/1, fourteenth of 16 in maiden at Newbury (1¼m, heavy) on debut 35 days ago. Down in trip.
Half-sister to two winners but tailed off at 50-1 on last month's debut at Newbury.
4
4th (4) Hildegard (50/1 -100%)
Hildegard

50/1(-100%)
(4) Hildegard 50/1, Showed a bit when fifth of 12 on 7f Chelmsford debut last month but not in the same form when seventh there since. Steps up to 1m now tackling turf for the first time.
Promise on the first of her two starts but others possess stronger credentials.
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5th (8) Sub Rosa (2.5/1 +29%)
Sub Rosa

2.5/1(+29%)
(8) Sub Rosa 2.5/1, Promising individual. 7/2, fourth of 10 in novice at Newmarket (7f, good to soft) on debut last October. Likely improver for her leading stable. High on the shortlist.
Promising fourth on sole 2yo outing and open to plenty of improvement for top stable.
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6th (7) Medina Gold (33/1 +0%)
Medina Gold

33/1(+0%)
(7) Medina Gold 33/1, Cost €47,000 at last year's breeze-ups. Half-sister to several winners, including 1m winner Rogue Rocket and French winner up to 9f La Fibre. Betting should help guide to expectations.
Half-sister to four winners; check market on debut, but a useful standard will be required.
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7th (5) Ithra (7/1 -100%)
Ithra

7/1(-100%)
(5) Ithra 7/1, Left last autumn's AW debut behind when length second of 10 in maiden at Yarmouth (7f, good, 28/1) 24 days ago. Should stay 1m. Place claims again.
Kept on for good second over 7f at Yarmouth this month and she's one to consider.
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8th (14) Purnika (28/1 -100%)
Purnika

28/1(-100%)
(14) Purnika 28/1, Modest form when reaching the frame over 7f at Ayr and Wetherby (both good to firm) in recent weeks, showing a tendency to hang left on both occasions.
Has shown ability this month on her first two starts but others are more compelling.
9th
9th (1) Beach Kitty (18/1 +45%)
Beach Kitty

18/1(+45%)
(1) Beach Kitty 18/1, 35,000 gns Gustav Klimt half-sister to 3 winners, including smart winner up to 10.2f Sir Busker and unreliable 5f/6f winner Nag's Wag. Makes some paper appeal and worth a precautionary betting check.
Newcomer; half-sister to three winners notably the stable's 1m2f Group 2 winner Sir Busker.
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10th (3) Heartbreaking (40/1 +20%)
Heartbreaking

40/1(+20%)
(3) Heartbreaking 40/1, Better effort this spring when 3 lengths seventh of 13 in maiden at Kempton (7f) 23 days ago. More needed.
Much better effort on second start but needs another big step forward here.
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11th (12) O' Dells Star (50/1 -127%)
O' Dells Star

50/1(-127%)
(12) O' Dells Star 50/1, Left December's Wolverhampton debut behind when third of 7 over 1½m at Thirsk (good) 6 days ago. Significantly down in trip turned out again quickly.
Promise at Thirsk last Saturday but kept on well over 1m4f; drops to 1m today.
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12th (10) Dalatara (66/1 -65%)
Dalatara

66/1(-65%)
(10) Dalatara 66/1, 30,000 gns New Approach filly. Closely related to useful 7f/1m winner Dalkova, and half-sister to 1½m winner Diavola and 1½m winner Devizes.
Daniel & Claire Kubler are 4-16 at Haydock and she's one to watch in the betting on debut.
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13th (11) Madge Mcsplash (200/1 -100%)
Madge Mcsplash

200/1(-100%)
(11) Madge Mcsplash 200/1, 33/1, last of 9 in novice at Redcar (7f, good to soft) on debut 22 days ago. Can only watch after that.
Soundly beaten at 33-1 on debut and lots of improvement is needed.
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14th (2) Daloolah (100/1 +0%)
Daloolah

100/1(+0%)
(2) Daloolah 100/1, More one for handicaps based on her 2 efforts so far, beaten 13 lengths when sixth of 7 over C&D latterly.
Down the field this year on her first two starts (C&D latest).
LTO Selection:

16:25 Haydock Stakes (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

The formbook points to the chances of Zouzanna, second on both her starts and only beaten a head at Kempton in November. She can go well, as can Ithra, a length second over a furlong shorter at Yarmouth and representing the in-form Alice Haynes stable, but SUB ROSA might have the edge. Fourth behind subsequent Nell Gwyn heroine Mammas Girl at Newmarket on her only start, she was green before running into traffic problems and if she learns from that, she could make up into a decent filly.

ZOUZANNA sets a clear form standard on last autumn's runner-up efforts. Roger Varian's Sub Rosa is open to progress on the back of her Newmarket debut fourth last October so she's second choice ahead of Yarmouth runner-up Ithra.

The Roger Varian-trained SUB ROSA was a promising fourth on her debut at Newmarket last October and is taken to make a winning return.


16:30 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 11 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) Savalas (4.5/1 +63%)
Savalas

4.5/1(+63%)
(8) Savalas 4.5/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2020. 28/1, fared no better than of late when eighth of 13 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 9 days ago, though did get a bump at the start. Others preferred.
Plummeting in the weights but there are few signs that his losing run is about to end..
2
2nd (5) Jacquelina (10/1 +29%)
Jacquelina

10/1(+29%)
(5) Jacquelina 10/1, After 11 weeks off, back on track when fourth of 7 in maiden (66/1) at Brighton (5.3f, good) 24 days ago. Needs to find extra as she makes her handicap debut.
Worth a try in handicap company and she's a potential player from this workable mark..
3
3rd (3) Thank The Lord (18/1 -64%)
Thank The Lord

18/1(-64%)
(3) Thank The Lord 18/1, After 4 months off, possibly needed the run when seventh of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f, 15/2) 76 days ago. Cheekpieces back on, but will need to find more to defy his current mark.
Best form would give him claims but needs a big revival after two well below-par efforts..
4
4th (9) Griggy (14/1 -100%)
Griggy

14/1(-100%)
(9) Griggy 14/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Not seen to best effect when last of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW, 14/1) 13 days ago, very slowly away. Capable if on a going day with good-value claimer on board.
Eight-time 6f AW winner who is 0-4 on turf; hard to make a case for him on recent form..
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5th (7) The Cola Kid (2/1 +43%)
The Cola Kid

2/1(+43%)
(7) The Cola Kid 2/1, Ran much better than on reappearance when fourth of 13 in handicap (18/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 9 days ago. Lurks on a dangerous mark so could be ready to get back to winning ways.
Took a step back in the right direction when a running on fourth latest; not ruled out..
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6th (6) Bluebell Way (28/1 -27%)
Bluebell Way

28/1(-27%)
(6) Bluebell Way 28/1, C&D winner. However, lightly raced in recent times and has finished down the field all 3 starts this year, in first-time cheekpieces when ninth of 11 in handicap (33/1) at Brighton (6f, good) 24 days ago.
Yet to get involved for this trainer; handy mark if return to this C&D sparks a revival..
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7th (10) Notre Maison (5.5/1 -10%)
Notre Maison

5.5/1(-10%)
(10) Notre Maison 5.5/1, After 7 months off, shaped as if better for the run when fifth of 15 in handicap at this course (5f, soft, 11/) 25 days ago. Merits consideration with her reappearance behind her.
Placed three times over 5f and if returning to that form she would be thereabouts..
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8th (2) Alfred Cove (10/1 -67%)
Alfred Cove

10/1(-67%)
(2) Alfred Cove 10/1, Remains a maiden, but returned to form when third of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 25/1) 15 days ago. Task is now to build on his latest effort back on turf.
If transferring his latest AW form back to turf he has claims; inconsistency is a concern..
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9th (11) Quarter Blue (18/1 -64%)
Quarter Blue

18/1(-64%)
(11) Quarter Blue 18/1, 12/1 and visored for 1st time, below form when tenth of 13 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) when last seen in October, slowly away. Cheekpieces back on as he returns from 7 months off.
Placed C&D; some of her better efforts have been when fresh; possible each-way player..
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10th (4) More Than Likely (14/1 +36%)
More Than Likely

14/1(+36%)
(4) More Than Likely 14/1, C&D winner. Shaped as if in need of the outing when ninth of 13 in handicap (40/1) back at this C&D (good to firm) 9 days ago. Others still more persuasive.
Won a division of this last year at 40-1; now 2lb lower and recently below par..
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11th (1) Suanni (10/1 -25%)
Suanni

10/1(-25%)
(1) Suanni 10/1, C&D winner. Run best excused when last of 6 in handicap (15/2) at Lingfield (5f, AW) 22 days ago, racing wide. Now 3 lb below his last winning mark, so could leave his form so far this year behind.
C&D winner; form has not yet picked up again in two AW starts this spring; handy mark..
LTO Selection:

16:30 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

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

ALFRED COVE arrives here following a respectable third on the all-weather at Chelmsford earlier this month and he must enter calculations if transferring that form back onto turf. The Cola Kid finished fourth when short of room late on over course and distance last time out and can give the selection plenty to think about, while Notre Maison also warrants a market check.

Fitter for his reappearance, THE COLA KID ran much better in a change of headgear when fourth at this C&D 9 days ago and he could be ready to take advantage of his reduced mark. Notre Maison shaped as if she'd be better for the run here last time and is feared most, while Suanni isn't one to write off having dropped to a career-low mark.

The suggestion is JACQUELINA, the pick of whose form prior to this handicap debut suggests she may be capable of defying this mark.


16:45 Goodwood Handicap (Class 3) 5f - 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) Angle Land (4.5/1 +10%)
Angle Land

4.5/1(+10%)
(5) Angle Land 4.5/1, Bagged three handicaps on AW during the winter (all at 5f) and best effort yet on turf when runner-up behind Dream Composer over C&D 3 weeks ago, tackled over 1f out and edged out after. 5 lb better off with that rival now.
Couldn't deal with Dream Composer here three weeks ago; 5lb better off with the winner.
2
2nd (4) Lihou (5/1 -11%)
Lihou

5/1(-11%)
(4) Lihou 5/1, Resurgent from reduced mark this year, successful 3 times on AW and on top late on when going in again at Epsom (5f) last month. Creditable third from out of the weights at Chester (5f) 15 days ago and he ought to go well again in a refitted visor.
Very solid form claims based on his recent win and placed form on turf.
3
3rd (1) Dream Composer (1.25/1 -4%)
Dream Composer

1.25/1(-4%)
(1) Dream Composer 1.25/1, Goes well at this track and having added to his tally at Newmarket (5f) in April, he posted a career-best when following up over C&D 3 weeks ago, by 1¼ lengths from Angle Land. Assessor applies a little more pressure but big player again in this groove.
Has never been in better form following 5f wins on good to soft at Newmarket and here.
4
4th (6) The Defiant (20/1 -11%)
The Defiant

20/1(-11%)
(6) The Defiant 20/1, Tasted success 4 times on AW upon joining this yard last term and best efforts on turf came at this venue, including when second over C&D in August. Comes here on the back of creditable in-the-frame efforts in recent weeks but no easy task on from out of the weights on this occasion.
Tends to ply his trade at a lower level and it's not ideal being 7lb out of the weights.
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5th (2) Watchya (4/1 +27%)
Watchya

4/1(+27%)
(2) Watchya 4/1, 3-time winner on AW/turf last year for Clive Cox who has run with credit on 3 of his 4 starts for present yard, fourth in 8-runner Windsor handicap (6f) 4 days ago. Remains low mileage at the minimum trip and he's not out of things.
10lb above his last winning mark but penultimate Listed run was his best yet.
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6th (3) Dubai Station (14/1 -40%)
Dubai Station

14/1(-40%)
(3) Dubai Station 14/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton (6f) in March. However, proved rather disappointing on AW since, 22¼ lengths last of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 46 days ago. Bounce back called for returned to turf.
Looked good on the AW in March and excuses since; perhaps better at 6f than 5f.
LTO Selection:

16:45 Goodwood Handicap (Class 3) 5f Race Class Flow

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

There was just over a length separating DREAM COMPOSER (first) and Angle Land (second) over course and distance three weeks ago and, although the latter is 5lb better off this time around, the James Evans-trained gelding is taken to confirm those placings. The consistent Lihou has been in great form so far this year, winning four times already, and may give the selection most to think about.

Plenty of these arrive in good form including DREAM COMPOSER who supplemented his Newmarket victory in April with a career-best display over C&D 3 weeks ago and he can complete the hat-trick in his present groove. Lihou and Angle Land may emerge as the lead threats.

A trappy little sprint. DREAM COMPOSER is on a roll and has a particularly solid record at this track, so he may go in again.


16:50 Curragh Maiden 6f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (15) Nemonte (20/1 -43%)
Nemonte

20/1(-43%)
(15) Nemonte 20/1, Foaled February 20. Ten Sovereigns filly. Dam 1m-12.5f winner out of a twice-raced half-sister to top-class miler Rock of Gibraltar. One to note.
Dam Listed-placed winner for this stable, pedigree implies she may need further than this.
2
2nd (13) Gaenari (18/1 +82%)
Gaenari

18/1(+82%)
(13) Gaenari 18/1, Foaled April 28. £23,000 yearling, £3,000 2-y-o, Inns of Court filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 6f winners Mutawaffer and Golden Bear. Wears hood.
Dam 5f AW winner, sister to 6f juvenile Group 3 winner Habaayib, hooded for debut.
3
3rd (14) Loterie (28/1 +44%)
Loterie

28/1(+44%)
(14) Loterie 28/1, Foaled January 15. €30,000 yearling, Ten Sovereigns filly. Closely related 1m winners Lesson Learned and Marcolini. Dam unraced half-sister to 2-y-o 5f winner (stayed 6f) Danehill Brook.
Closely related to 1m Dundalk juvenile winner Lesson Learned and to a winner in Spain.
4
4th (5) King Cuan (1.5/1 +63%)
King Cuan

1.5/1(+63%)
(5) King Cuan 1.5/1, Foaled May 1. 20,000 gns foal, €21,000 yearling, Tasleet colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 5f winner Ernest Rutherford and winner up to 6f Enta Omry. Dam 7f/7.6f winner.
Third foal, half-brother to two sprint winners, dam won twice over 7f for Kevin Ryan.
5th
5th (8) Ocean Baroque (3/1 -71%)
Ocean Baroque

3/1(-71%)
(8) Ocean Baroque 3/1, Once-raced gelding. Second of 9 in maiden (12/1) at this C&D (soft) on debut 25 days ago. Sets the bar pretty high.
Leading contender having chased home a promising filly on debut over C&D, gelded since.
6th
6th (1) Absolute Advantage (9/1 +25%)
Absolute Advantage

9/1(+25%)
(1) Absolute Advantage 9/1, Foaled February 8. €43,000 yearling, Tasleet colt. Dam twice-raced half-sister to useful winner up to 8.6f (stayed 1½m) Putra Sas. Yard in good form. Wears tongue strap.
Dam did not show much but is a half-sister to a Group-placed winner, tongue-tie on.
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6th (17) Si Senior (66/1 +34%)
Si Senior

66/1(+34%)
(17) Si Senior 66/1, Foaled April 18. €4,500 yearling, Bungle Inthejungle filly. Half-sister to winner up to 7f Primeiro Boy and 6f winner Coco Bear. Dam unraced.
Half-sister to Coco Bear who has been in good form winning all three races this term.
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8th (9) St Laurence's Gate (25/1 +24%)
St Laurence's Gate

25/1(+24%)
(9) St Laurence's Gate 25/1, Once-raced colt. Third of 7 in maiden (25/1) at Navan (5.8f, heavy) on debut 34 days ago. May well do better.
Ran prominently before fading to finish 13l third behind the talented River Tiber at Navan.
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9th (6) Rush Queen (16/1 -167%)
Rush Queen

16/1(-167%)
(6) Rush Queen 16/1, Foaled January 29. €20,000 foal, 35,000 gns yearling, 50,000 gns 2-y-o, Ardad filly. Dam unraced.
First foal, dam an unraced half-sister to two winners, cost 50,000gns at a breeze-up sale.
10th
10th (11) Sanshiro (40/1 +39%)
Sanshiro

40/1(+39%)
(11) Sanshiro 40/1, Once-raced colt. 20/1, fifth of 7 in maiden at Navan (5.8f, heavy) on debut 34 days ago.
Finished 3l behind third-placed St Laurence's Gate when fifth of seven at Navan.
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11th (4) Transcending Glory (22/1 +33%)
Transcending Glory

22/1(+33%)
(4) Transcending Glory 22/1, Foaled February 27. €36,000 yearling, Cotai Glory colt. Half-brother to useful winner up to 6f High Velocity. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner.
Half-brother to a four-time AW sprint winner, dam won over 5f at two, speedy pedigree.
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12th (3) Jakajaro (12/1 -140%)
Jakajaro

12/1(-140%)
(3) Jakajaro 12/1, Promising type. Sixth of 13 in maiden at Cork (5f, soft, 33/1) on debut 21 days ago, nearest finish. Should progress.
Slowly away on debut over 5f, staying-on sixth was not a bad run in the circumstances.
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13th (10) Spicy Water (66/1 -65%)
Spicy Water

66/1(-65%)
(10) Spicy Water 66/1, Foaled April 18. €32,000 yearling, Inns of Court filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful winner up to 6f Hestian and winner up to 7f St Brelades Bay. Dam lightly raced.
Half-sister to numerous winners including six-time scorer and Group-placed St Brelades Boy.
14th
14th (12) Velvet Skies (40/1 -233%)
Velvet Skies

40/1(-233%)
(12) Velvet Skies 40/1, Once-raced colt. 9/1, fourth of 5 in minor event at Tipperary (5f, good to soft) on debut 36 days ago.
Outpaced over 5f on debut, chance not helped by rider losing his whip over a furlong down.
15th
15th (2) Guest Star (20/1 -67%)
Guest Star

20/1(-67%)
(2) Guest Star 20/1, Foaled March 30. 7,000 gns foal, €46,000 yearling, Due Diligence colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Mai Alward. Dam 9f-1¼m winner.
Third foal, half-brother to a 6f AW juvenile winner, dam won three handicaps.
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16th (7) Chou Chou (14/1 +72%)
Chou Chou

14/1(+72%)
(7) Chou Chou 14/1, Foaled March 5. 7,500 gns foal, €14,000 yearling, Belardo gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including winner up to 1m Gangland and 6f-1¼m winner False Id.
Half-brother to three winners, dam won two handicaps for Richard Hannon, stable in form.
17th
17th (16) Time'll Tell (50/1 +50%)
Time'll Tell

50/1(+50%)
(16) Time'll Tell 50/1, Once-raced filly. 10/1, eighth of 9 in maiden at Naas (5.9f, heavy) on debut 32 days ago.
Not a big price on her debut at Naas a month ago but finished with only one behind her.
LTO Selection:

16:50 Curragh Maiden 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

OCEAN BAROQUE offered plenty of encouragement when filling the runner-up spot over C&D on his racecourse bow earlier this month and the now-gelded son of Caravaggio must hold every chance of building on that. Jakajaro will be worth monitoring closely in the market, having recorded a staying-on sixth over 5f at Cork on his debut, along with Joseph O'Brien's newcomer Absolute Advantage. Others worthy of consideration include Velvet Skies and Nemonte.

OCEAN BAROQUE showed plenty when second over this C&D earlier this month and sets a high standard. Jakajaro shaped like a potential improver when sixth at Cork so is respected, with stablemates Absolute Advantage and Nemonte making most appeal of the newcomers.

Plenty of unknown quantities here, but the logical choice is OCEAN BAROQUE, second to a potentially smart filly on his debut


17:00 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 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 (4) Pearl Eye (4.5/1 +18%)
Pearl Eye

4.5/1(+18%)
(4) Pearl Eye 4.5/1, Improved when landing an AW nursery on final 2-y-o start and has acquitted himself well both starts in blinkers this season, latterly finishing fourth of 12 back on turf at Beverley (7.4f, good to soft). Goes without headgear this time.
Has run well in defeat on both starts this year and he might not be far away.
2
2nd (1) Aurora Dawn (0.53/1 -20%)
Aurora Dawn

0.53/1(-20%)
(1) Aurora Dawn 0.53/1, Showed plenty of ability in 4 starts on the AW prior to bolting up on turf debut in a big-field Newmarket handicap (7f, good) last week. 5 lb 'well-in' under a penalty here and she will take plenty of stopping.
Easily won big-field handicap at Newmarket last Friday and well treated under 6lb penalty.
3
3rd (3) Vegas Jack (14/1 +65%)
Vegas Jack

14/1(+65%)
(3) Vegas Jack 14/1, Failed to trouble the judge in 3 starts over 6f as a juvenile. Entirely possible that he'll be seen in a better light now upped in trip for this handicap debut but a big slice of improvement is certainly needed.
Failed to threaten over 6f last summer but the step up to 1m could suit on handicap debut.
4
4th (8) Pearly Star (22/1 -83%)
Pearly Star

22/1(-83%)
(8) Pearly Star 22/1, Wasn't beaten far starting out in a 7f Wolverhampton maiden last month, leaving the impression that she would improve for the experience. No real progress in 2 subsequent starts but in good hands and may do better now pitched into a handicap.
Not obviously well treated but open to improvement on handicap debut; watch the betting.
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5th (6) Whatacracker (14/1 +58%)
Whatacracker

14/1(+58%)
(6) Whatacracker 14/1, Encouraging signs when sixth in a Redcar novice on second of his 3 starts for Declan Carroll in 2022 but there were limited positives to glean from his reappearance/handicap debut at Beverley for new yard last month.
Well beaten on stable debut but may have needed it and yard is enjoying an excellent May.
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6th (5) Masterpainter (10/1 +17%)
Masterpainter

10/1(+17%)
(5) Masterpainter 10/1, Left previous form behind when landing a 1m Thirsk nursery last term and reappearance fourth upped to 1¼m at Beverley was a decent effort. However, backward step over 11.6f here recently and couldn't be sure that this drop back in trip will be the answer. Blinkers applied.
Won 1m nursery last September and could benefit from this drop back in trip.
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7th (2) Mahboobah (14/1 +30%)
Mahboobah

14/1(+30%)
(2) Mahboobah 14/1, Shaped well when runner-up on debut for Kevin Philippart De Foy at Yarmouth last summer but seemingly gone the wrong way since, making little impact on handicap debut at Wolverhampton (8.6f) latest. Now tried in cheekpieces.
Promising second on debut last August but unable to reproduce that form since.
8th
8th (7) Senseofentitlement (50/1 -100%)
Senseofentitlement

50/1(-100%)
(7) Senseofentitlement 50/1, Runner-up in 1m Redcar novice on second and final start of 2-y-o campaign but too free both starts this time round, including tried in a hood (discarded here) on recent handicap debut at Hamilton (8.3f, good).
Runner-up in Redcar novice last October but hasn't reproduced that form this year.
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9th (9) Fools Gambit (80/1 -100%)
Fools Gambit

80/1(-100%)
(9) Fools Gambit 80/1, Didn't show much in handful of runs for Hugo Palmer at 2 yrs and sizeable step forward needed now moving into a handicap for his new yard. Gelded during the winter.
Down the field on all three runs; gelded since; check betting on handicap/stable debut.
LTO Selection:

17:00 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

AURORA DAWN is difficult to oppose after she strolled home over 7f at Newmarket and although she has to carry a 6lb penalty for that victory, she will go up another 5lb for future races so she is well-in. Masterpainter is the only distance winner in this field and although not at his best so far this season, blinkers are tried, which may help him focus. Pearly Star is a work in progress and is probably better than she has shown so far.

It's very difficult to look beyond AURORA DAWN, who did the job in good style on her recent turf debut at Newmarket and she's a step ahead of the handicapper under a 6 lb penalty. Perhaps Pearly Star will improve on what she has shown in maiden/novice company now handicapping and Hugo Palmer's charge gets the nod ahead of Pearl Eye for forecast purposes.

This is all about AURORA DAWN, who comfortably won a big-field handicap at Newmarket last Friday and can follow up.


17:05 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 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 (8) We're Reunited (6/1 +20%)
We're Reunited

6/1(+20%)
(8) We're Reunited 6/1, C&D winner. After a further 8 weeks off, respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 5/1) 24 days ago. Can give another good account with blinkers back on.
On a handy mark if a return to this track can help him pull out a bit more; player..
2
2nd (9) Reckon I'm Hot (25/1 -257%)
Reckon I'm Hot

25/1(-257%)
(9) Reckon I'm Hot 25/1, Remains a maiden after 18 Flat runs. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, respectable third of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW, 15/2) 13 days ago. Needs to build on his latest effort.
If transferring AW ability back to turf he could get involved but he has that to prove..
3
3rd (7) Fact Or Fable (11/1 +0%)
Fact Or Fable

11/1(+0%)
(7) Fact Or Fable 11/1, Ended long losing run at Brighton in May. 8/1, shaped as if still in good form when fourth of 9 in handicap at Chepstow (7.1f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Can give his running again.
Couldn't reproduce winning form after a 3lb rise at Chepstow latest; each-way player..
4
4th (10) Tilsworth Ony Ta (20/1 +0%)
Tilsworth Ony Ta

20/1(+0%)
(10) Tilsworth Ony Ta 20/1, One win from 25 Flat runs. 14/1, raced too freely in first-time visor when last of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW) 30 days ago. Cheekpieces now the choice of headgear.
Well below par in three turf starts since 5f win; cheekpieces go on; more needed..
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5th (6) Fristel (4/1 +20%)
Fristel

4/1(+20%)
(6) Fristel 4/1, Remains a maiden after 18 Flat runs. Again ran respectably when seventh of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 8/1) 15 days ago. Needs to find more but Billy Loughnane takes off a valuable 3 lb.
Placed over C&D last spring in one of only three turf starts; not ruled out of the money..
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6th (3) Fair And Square (5.5/1 -65%)
Fair And Square

5.5/1(-65%)
(3) Fair And Square 5.5/1, Remains a maiden after 35 Flat runs. In a change of headgear and ridden by Connor Planas, bounced back to form when second of 13 in handicap (7/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 9 days ago. Can be thereabouts once more.
0-35; inconsistent but better efforts, such as over C&D latest, give him each-way claims..
7th
7th (5) Boarhunt (6/1 -9%)
Boarhunt

6/1(-9%)
(5) Boarhunt 6/1, Off the mark at Wolverhampton in February and soon back on track when second of 12 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 20/1) 38 days ago. Remains lightly raced and he can make a winning turf debut.
Drop in trip looks fine given his style of running; up 2lb and looks a big player..
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8th (4) Port Noir (3.5/1 +75%)
Port Noir

3.5/1(+75%)
(4) Port Noir 3.5/1, C&D winner. Twenty-four runs since last win in 2021. Eighth of 9 in handicap (12/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 27 days ago. Continues to fall in the weights but has a bit to prove at present. Visor back on.
C&D winner; losing run is now 24 starts but she is not ruled out each-way..
9th
9th (11) Swiss Magic (100/1 -100%)
Swiss Magic

100/1(-100%)
(11) Swiss Magic 100/1, Remains with little form, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 100/1) when last seen in October. Easy enough to look elsewhere.
Well beaten at big prices in all six starts from 6f-9.5f..
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10th (2) Portelet Bay (6.5/1 +13%)
Portelet Bay

6.5/1(+13%)
(2) Portelet Bay 6.5/1, C&D winner. 12/1, laboured effort when seventh of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 24 days ago. Lurks on a dangerous mark, but needs the return to turf to spark a return to form.
Handy mark after AW losing run; market can help indicate whether a revival is anticipated..
LTO Selection:

17:05 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

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

FAIR AND SQUARE looks to be the most solid proposition here as Ronald Harris' runner shaped well when second of 13 over this track and trip last time. With that in mind, he can go one better today off the same mark. Boarhunt is another who was second on his most recent outing, while Fact Or Fable may benefit from a drop in trip.

Having opened his account at Wolverhampton in February, BOARHUNT quickly left a below-par effort behind when runner-up at Southwell last month and Mick Appleby's 4-y-o could still have more to offer now switched to turf. He can get the better of Fair And Square who returned to form at this C&D 9 days ago, with We're Reunited another to consider.

Preference is for the unexposed BOARHUNT, who should cope with this drop in trip and is open to some improvement.


17:10 Limerick Maiden Hurdle 16f - 19 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(19) Beau's Candle (40/1 +0%)
Beau's Candle

40/1(+0%)
(19) Beau's Candle 40/1, Poor hurdler. Remains a maiden after 8 hurdle runs. 22/1, sixth of 19 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, soft) 38 days ago. RESERVE.
First reserve; low grade handicap hurdler; decent effort at Tipperary last month.
1
1st (10) My Gaffer (0.73/1 +61%)
My Gaffer

0.73/1(+61%)
(10) My Gaffer 0.73/1, Bumper winner who shaped better than the bare result when fifth of 12 in minor event hurdle at Punchestown (19.8f, good to soft, 25/1) 30 days ago. Open to further improvement.
Good run at Punchestown over 2m4f; might just be the one to beat back on good ground.
2
2nd (8) Littlefoot (4/1 -33%)
Littlefoot

4/1(-33%)
(8) Littlefoot 4/1, Showed form verging on useful in bumpers, including when eighth in 18-runner event at Punchestown (18f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Must enter calculations on hurdle debut.
Very interesting hurdles debutant and not difficult to see him thereabouts.
3
3rd (15) Angelsworknovrtime (33/1 -65%)
Angelsworknovrtime

33/1(-65%)
(15) Angelsworknovrtime 33/1, Modest hurdler. Remains a maiden after 7 hurdle runs. 8/1, respectable fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Sligo (17.5f, soft). Off 7 months. Hood back on.
Not seen since fourth on her handicap debut at Sligo in October; may improve for the run.
4
4th (3) Master Splinter (33/1 +50%)
Master Splinter

33/1(+50%)
(3) Master Splinter 33/1, €25,000 3-y-o, Shirocco gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Tuzo and fair chaser Here We Have It. Dual winning pointer, pulled up last time (May 8).
Won two points last year but exposed since in open company; up against it on his track bow.
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5th (7) Manisanda (10/1 -82%)
Manisanda

10/1(-82%)
(7) Manisanda 10/1, Fair hurdler who did too much too soon when fourth of 15 in maiden (7/4) at Roscommon (20.9f, soft) on final start. Off 9 months. Down in trip. Tongue strap on for 1st time.
Reappears over a shorter trip and with a first-time tongue-tie; respected.
6th
6th (1) Ideal De Ciergues (4.5/1 -29%)
Ideal De Ciergues

4.5/1(-29%)
(1) Ideal De Ciergues 4.5/1, Returned to something like his hurdling debut form after 5 months off when third of 15 in maiden at Killarney (17f, good to soft) 12 days ago. Remains open to improvement.
Came up short when trying to make all in a Killarney maiden hurdle latest; should go close.
7th
7th (5) Second Intention (66/1 -230%)
Second Intention

66/1(-230%)
(5) Second Intention 66/1, €25,000 3-y-o, Leading Light gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/smart chaser Croco Bay and useful 2m winning hurdler/fairly useful 2½m chase winner Thistle Do Nicely.
Stoutly-bred newcomer and likely to improve for whatever he does here.
8th
8th (16) Emily In Paris (150/1 -127%)
Emily In Paris

150/1(-127%)
(16) Emily In Paris 150/1, Little promise in bumper/pair of maiden hurdles.
Some promise in a Kilbeggan bumper on return; plenty more needed.
9th
9th (9) Mont Beuvray (80/1 -100%)
Mont Beuvray

80/1(-100%)
(9) Mont Beuvray 80/1, €7,000 3-y-o, Mount Nelson gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 21f) Akilak.
Related to a couple of winners; probably best watched on debut.
|F|
|F| (14) Pots And Pans (200/1 -300%)
Pots And Pans

200/1(-300%)
(14) Pots And Pans 200/1, €7,500 3-y-o, Shantaram gelding. Dam unraced sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3¼m) The Tourard Man.
Stoutly-bred newcomer, one of two for the stable in this race; best watched.
|S|
|S| (17) Ivy Hall (100/1 +0%)
Ivy Hall

100/1(+0%)
(17) Ivy Hall 100/1, €2,000 3-y-o, Court Cave mare. Half-sister to fair hurdler Lady Writer. Dam unraced half-sister to fair 2¼m hurdle winner Long Walk Home. fell sole start in points (May 7).
Faller on her sole point start earlier this month; probably best watched.
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10th (18) Super Glory (150/1 -200%)
Super Glory

150/1(-200%)
(18) Super Glory 150/1, €7,500 3-y-o, Fame And Glory mare. Half-sister to fair hurdler/2½m chase winner Salley Gardens. Dam unraced out of fairly useful hurdler/chaser (2¼m-2½m winner) Native Endurance.
More belated debutant than stablemate Pots And Pans; best watched.
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11th (12) Tareefa Boy (80/1 -21%)
Tareefa Boy

80/1(-21%)
(12) Tareefa Boy 80/1, €7,000 3-y-o, Califet gelding. Dam (h93), maiden hurdler (stayed 2½m), half-sister to high-class hurdler (2m-19f winner) Iktitaf. Maiden pointer, runner-up last time (Apr 29).
Showed some ability in points without winning but likely best watched on his track debut.
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12th (4) One Cool Citizen (80/1 -142%)
One Cool Citizen

80/1(-142%)
(4) One Cool Citizen 80/1, €22,000 3-y-o, Champs Elysees gelding. Half-brother to modest 3m chase winner Harry du Berlais. Winning pointer, pulled up last time (May 1).
Won his only completed start in points; others preferred though.
13th
13th (6) Champagne Saloon (200/1 -33%)
Champagne Saloon

200/1(-33%)
(6) Champagne Saloon 200/1, 200/1 and hooded, tenth of 13 in maiden hurdle at Tramore (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 39 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time.
Pulled up in three points and tailed off in a Tramore maiden hurdle; makes no appeal.
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14th (13) Truckers Call (125/1 -89%)
Truckers Call

125/1(-89%)
(13) Truckers Call 125/1, €5,000 3-y-o, Califet gelding. Dam, ran twice in bumpers, half-sister to useful hurdler (2m-19f winner, including 4-y-o Grade 1 in Ireland) Quatre Heures. Made frame once from 5 starts in points, pulled up last twice (latest Feb 26). Wears hood.
Ordinary form in points, pulled up in three of five attempts; makes little appeal.
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15th (11) Taking Control (100/1 -100%)
Taking Control

100/1(-100%)
(11) Taking Control 100/1, €5,000 3-y-o, Alhebayeb gelding. Half-brother to 5 winners, including fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser Creative Control and modest hurdler Dancing Duke, stays 23f.
Interesting mix of stamina and speed in his pedigree; others preferred this time.
|PU|
|PU| (2) Champagne Mahler (8/1 +33%)
Champagne Mahler

8/1(+33%)
(2) Champagne Mahler 8/1, Shaped as if better for the run when eighth of 18 in maiden (10/1) at Clonmel (16.6f, heavy) on NH debut 50 days ago. Should improve.
Could do better on this ground and should improve for that initial Clonmel effort.
LTO Selection:

17:10 Limerick Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

LITTLEFOOT makes his hurdling debut and is a good ride for 5lb-claimer Liam McKenna. He caught the eye in bumpers and has taken the runner-up berth three times in that code. He represents a shrewd stable and should be well prepared for hurdling. Ideal De Ciergues gave best in third on the run-in at Killarney, but the feeling is that there is a maiden hurdle in him particularly when you look at the good maiden hurdles he ran in before. Manisanda can play a part. She drops back in trip and get a tongue-strap. My Gaffer and Champagne Mahler are others to consider.

MY GAFFER impressed with the way he went through the race before his stamina began to tell at Punchestown last month, so he's very much of interest now dropping back in trip. Ideal de Ciergues and Littlefoot rate the main threats.

The choice is MY GAFFER, a bumper winner over this trip who ran with great credit in a good novice hurdle at Punchestown last month


17:20 Goodwood Handicap (Class 3) 16f - 11 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) First Emperor (6/1 +8%)
First Emperor

6/1(+8%)
(5) First Emperor 6/1, Won twice on AW at this sort of trip earlier this year and not disgraced in defeat back on turf more recently. Others look better treated, though.
Now 0-9 on turf after two well-beaten runs at Newmarket (1m6f).
2
2nd (6) Hydroplane (8.5/1 +47%)
Hydroplane

8.5/1(+47%)
(6) Hydroplane 8.5/1, Won 1 of his 3 starts on Flat last year and posted solid fourth in Kempton handicap (16f) when last seen in March. Remains 6 lb above his last winning mark, though.
Capable and it was an eyecatching latest effort on the AW when nothing went right.
3
3rd (2) Diamond Bay (12/1 -20%)
Diamond Bay

12/1(-20%)
(2) Diamond Bay 12/1, Posted another respectable effort when seventh of 14 in handicap at Lingfield (15.8f, AW) last month but it's been some time since he scored on turf. Others more appealing.
Fourth last year off the same mark but he's capable of better form than that.
4
4th (7) Melakaz (6/1 -9%)
Melakaz

6/1(-9%)
(7) Melakaz 6/1, Won 3 of his 5 starts in 2022 and back on the scoreboard (on return from 7-month absence) when easily taking 7-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (14f) 22 days ago. 8 lb higher now but holds strong claims nonetheless.
Bit to prove on turf but couldn't have won any easier at Chelmsford (1m6f).
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5th (11) Yorksea (1.88/1 +37%)
Yorksea

1.88/1(+37%)
(11) Yorksea 1.88/1, Fair performer when last ran on Flat in France in 2021, winning handicap at Angers (10.4f). Won twice over hurdles for Gary Moore since and could be interesting back on the level with Hollie Doyle booked.
Useful hurdler and this 1m2f French winner is having his first Flat run for this yard.
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6th (3) Blazeon Five (11/1 -100%)
Blazeon Five

11/1(-100%)
(3) Blazeon Five 11/1, Back to winning ways when narrowly taking a handicap at Ascot (16f, soft) 14 days ago, better placed than most. 2 lb rise fair and ought to be in the mix again.
Recent Ascot winner; only 2lb higher and she's a likeable type who should give her running.
7th
7th (4) Sashenka (10/1 -25%)
Sashenka

10/1(-25%)
(4) Sashenka 10/1, Acquitted herself well in both starts on level last year and arrives on back of creditable fourth over hurdles at Cheltenham last month. Not out of things.
Has been running well over hurdles and returns to the Flat off a perfectly fair mark.
8th
8th (9) Alpine Stroll (22/1 -22%)
Alpine Stroll

22/1(-22%)
(9) Alpine Stroll 22/1, Twice a winner (at up to 16f) last summer and stepped up on return effort when third at Bath last month. Not in same form at Musselburgh (12.5f) since but has been cut some slack by the handicapper and will find this trip more suitable.
Below par this year, though trips of around 1m4f would have been too sharp the last twice.
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9th (8) Grandmaster Flash (9/1 +36%)
Grandmaster Flash

9/1(+36%)
(8) Grandmaster Flash 9/1, Been given a chance by the handicapper and posted respectable fourth at this course (14f, good to soft) latest but remains without a victory on turf and percentage call is to look elsewhere.
Three AW wins in Ireland; looks to be finding his level for new yard and has a chance.
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10th (10) Dance To Paris (28/1 -27%)
Dance To Paris

28/1(-27%)
(10) Dance To Paris 28/1, Ran a cracker at Chester first time up last year and returned to winning ways at Lingfield (15.8f) in July. Largely disappointed since, however, and others preferred despite her potentially lenient handicap mark.
Lurks on a dangerous mark but this winter's AW exploits weren't her best.
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11th (1) Ehteyat (25/1 -213%)
Ehteyat

25/1(-213%)
(1) Ehteyat 25/1, Much improved on the back of a gelding operation, winning twice at Southwell (both 14.1f) in January before posting an excellent second at Lingfield (15.8f). Wasn't seen to best effect back on turf at Ascot latest and must enter calculations in first-time blinkers.
Ascot was a write-off but he goes in more new headgear and others appeal more.
LTO Selection:

17:20 Goodwood Handicap (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Blazeon Five is likely to prove popular after regaining the winning thread at Ascot, and a 2lb rise is unlikely to prevent her from going close once more. A chance, however, is taken on GRANDMASTER FLASH. who wasn't seen to best effect when finishing fourth over 1m6f here earlier in the month, but he offered enough to suggest he can land a race of this nature. Better is also expected from First Emperor now returned to 2m.

MELAKAZ resumed his progress when winning a Chelmsford handicap with ease earlier this month and remains relatively unexposed over staying trips. He can follow up. Yorksea could be well treated returned to the Flat and is feared most, whilst Ehteyat can also make his presence felt.


17:25 Curragh Maiden 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (12) Ostraka (50/1 -52%)
Ostraka

50/1(-52%)
(12) Ostraka 50/1, €95,000 yearling, Profitable filly. Half-sister to 5f winner Charlemont. Dam, 5f winner, half-sister to very smart winner up to 6f Osterhase. Trainer going well.
2
2nd (13) Roaming Star (4/1 +43%)
Roaming Star

4/1(+43%)
(13) Roaming Star 4/1, Thrice-raced filly. Second of 15 in maiden (9/2) at Cork (6f, soft) 21 days ago. On the upgrade recently.
3
3rd (15) Sibyl Charm (8/1 +27%)
Sibyl Charm

8/1(+27%)
(15) Sibyl Charm 8/1, Promising type. First run since leaving John Patrick Murtagh when seventh of 12 in maiden at Cork (7f, heavy, 5/2) 48 days ago. Worth another chance to confirm debut promise.
4
4th (10) Miracle Nation (100/1 -150%)
Miracle Nation

100/1(-150%)
(10) Miracle Nation 100/1, €15,000 yearling, €15,000 2-y-o, Sioux Nation filly. Dam, Italian 13f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 1m (stayed 1¼m) Field Day out of useful 2-y-o 7f winner Naval Affair.
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5th (14) Saturn Seven (2.5/1 +9%)
Saturn Seven

2.5/1(+9%)
(14) Saturn Seven 2.5/1, Twice-raced filly. 3/1, second of 15 in maiden at Gowran (7f, good to soft) 23 days ago.
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6th (2) Daisy Jones (8/1 +0%)
Daisy Jones

8/1(+0%)
(2) Daisy Jones 8/1, Fair mare. Creditable second of 18 in maiden at Navan (5f, soft, 5/2) 13 days ago, running on. Visor on 1st time.
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7th (5) Danvers Gold (2.75/1 -22%)
Danvers Gold

2.75/1(-22%)
(5) Danvers Gold 2.75/1, Promising individual. Hooded, third of 18 in maiden at this course (7f, good, 20/1) on debut, best work finish. Off 11 months. Open to progress.
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8th (8) Machnamh (5/1 +17%)
Machnamh

5/1(+17%)
(8) Machnamh 5/1, Promising sort. 16/1, fourth of 20 in maiden at Naas (8f, good) 20 days ago. Back down in trip. Should progress.
9th
9th (7) Hope And Innocence (28/1 -56%)
Hope And Innocence

28/1(-56%)
(7) Hope And Innocence 28/1, Thrice-raced filly. 20/1, fourth of 12 in maiden at Gowran (7f, soft) 16 days ago.
10th
10th (1) Contradanza (250/1 -150%)
Contradanza

250/1(-150%)
(1) Contradanza 250/1, Once-raced filly. Last of 16 in maiden (80/1) at Limerick (8f, good) on debut. Off 13 months. Down in trip. First run for yard after leaving Patrick Joseph Hayes.
11th
11th (6) Dark Willow (250/1 -213%)
Dark Willow

250/1(-213%)
(6) Dark Willow 250/1, Twice-raced filly. 80/1, eighth of 15 in maiden at this C&D (heavy). Off 7 months.
12th
12th (3) Giocoso (150/1 -200%)
Giocoso

150/1(-200%)
(3) Giocoso 150/1, Once-raced filly. 28/1, seventeenth of 18 in maiden at Navan (5f, soft) on debut 13 days ago, very slowly away.
13th
13th (16) Thunder Dance (66/1 -100%)
Thunder Dance

66/1(-100%)
(16) Thunder Dance 66/1, Twice-raced filly. 5/2, eighth of 10 in maiden at Sligo (5.7f, good to soft) 26 days ago. Yard in good form. Blinkers on 1st time.
LTO Selection:

17:25 Curragh Maiden 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

MACHNAMH ran her best race to date when weakening into fourth over a mile at Naas earlier in the month and Jim Bolger's filly could gain a breakthrough success now dropped in distance. Danvers Gold offered plenty of encouragement on her third-placed debut here last June and the daughter of Galileo is feared most. Roaming Star often goes well and is respected, while newcomers Nelda and Ostraka require market checks.

DANVERS GOLD did well under the circumstances when third in a big field here in June and he remains a useful prospect despite his absence. Sibyl Charm is worth another chance to confirm debut promise so is next best ahead of Machnamh, who took a step forward when fourth at Naas.

There is not enough speed on her dam's side to suggest that MRS DANVER, who showed promise over 7f at two, can win over this trip


17:30 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 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 (7) Dog Fox (1.75/1 -17%)
Dog Fox

1.75/1(-17%)
(7) Dog Fox 1.75/1, Gelded following low-key 2-y-o campaign and duly left those efforts well behind on return/handicap debut in a first-time hood at Yarmouth (10.1f, soft) last month. 4 lb rise by no means harsh and should go close, provided he handles the different conditions.
Won at Yarmouth on handicap debut and this unexposed sort could have more left in the tank.
2
2nd (3) Tremendous Times (5.5/1 +35%)
Tremendous Times

5.5/1(+35%)
(3) Tremendous Times 5.5/1, Fairly encouraging efforts in a handful of appearances at up to 7.4f at 2 yrs. Gelded since latest start and one to note in the betting now upped in trip for this handicap debut.
Not obviously well treated for handicap debut but may benefit from the step up in trip.
3
3rd (4) Burglar's Dream (14/1 +22%)
Burglar's Dream

14/1(+22%)
(4) Burglar's Dream 14/1, Left initial efforts well behind when second upped to 9f in a Redcar novice (soft) on final start of 2-y-o campaign. Suffered a heavy defeat on return/handicap bow at Chester (12.3f, heavy) but he's not written off just yet.
Things could click again at some point, but perhaps over further than this.
4
4th (5) Al Hargah (18/1 -13%)
Al Hargah

18/1(-13%)
(5) Al Hargah 18/1, Remains with one standout effort and while her low-key reappearance display at Nottingham can probably be attributed to the testing conditions, she now finds herself with a bit to prove.
Last in both handicaps but on soft going; could bounce back with big run on better ground.
5th
5th (8) Edmund Ironside (8/1 -45%)
Edmund Ironside

8/1(-45%)
(8) Edmund Ironside 8/1, Improved once switched to nurseries last term and reappeared with a good second of 8 in a 1m Redcar handicap. Below par both starts since but could have a say in the finish here if able to get back on track now upped in trip.
Pretty solid in handicaps until well beaten last time; tackles a new trip here.
6th
6th (2) Pureness (10/1 +29%)
Pureness

10/1(+29%)
(2) Pureness 10/1, Built on debut promise when going close over 7f at Carlisle last July but she failed to make much of an impact in 3 subsequent starts last season.
Runner-up in Carlisle maiden last July but well below that level on her three runs since.
7th
7th (1) Wadacre Gomez (4/1 +20%)
Wadacre Gomez

4/1(+20%)
(1) Wadacre Gomez 4/1, Much improved when taking 6-runner minor event at Newcastle (10.2f) early last month. Testing conditions were perhaps against him when well held on subsequent turf debut at Redcar and he's probably worth another chance.
1m2f AW novice winner who may not have been suited by soft ground on handicap debut.
8th
8th (9) Calleveryoneuknow (20/1 +20%)
Calleveryoneuknow

20/1(+20%)
(9) Calleveryoneuknow 20/1, Positives to glean from second of her 2 starts on the AW during the winter but the same cannot be said for her reappearance sixth in a Nottingham novice (10.2f, heavy). Handicap debut.
Enters calculations on handicap debut judged on staying-on 1m AW fourth last December.
9th
9th (6) Melwood Boy (11/1 -29%)
Melwood Boy

11/1(-29%)
(6) Melwood Boy 11/1, Promise in a trio of 1m maidens on the AW earlier this year but improvement has not been forthcoming switched to handicap company the last twice.
Showed ability early this year but tailed off in his sole handicap.
LTO Selection:

17:30 Haydock Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Having been withdrawn at the start when a warm favourite at Nottingham on his intended return in early April, DOG FOX made no mistake when winning at Yarmouth later that month. Ed Dunlop's charge has been raised 4lb for that success but he remains unexposed and is fancied to defy the hike, with further improvement likely. Tremendous Times is one to monitor closely in the betting ahead of his handicap bow, while Wadacre Gomez heads the remainder.

Conditions here will be very different to those under which DOG FOX made a winning reappearance at Yarmouth, but it's likely that the improvement he showed that day was owing to the switch to handicap company, step up in trip and the addition of a hood, not the ground. If that proves to be the case, Ed Dunlop's charge should have little trouble following up here off a 4 lb higher mark. Edmund Ironside and Wadacre Gomez may well emerge as the main dangers.

Soft going may well have been against AL HARGAH in her first two handicaps and today's better ground could help her prevail.


17:35 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 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 (9) My Ambition (14/1 -17%)
My Ambition

14/1(-17%)
(9) My Ambition 14/1, After 6 months off, shaped as if better for the run when 12¾ lengths eleventh of 13 to Havana Goldrush in handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 9/2) 35 days ago. On a workable mark with his reappearance behind him.
Well behind two of these on his return from a 177-day absence over C&D last month.
2
2nd (3) Mabre (3.33/1 -11%)
Mabre

3.33/1(-11%)
(3) Mabre 3.33/1, Ridden by Olivia Tubb, bounced back to his best when winning 12-runner apprentice handicap at Newbury (1m, good to firm) 7 days ago. Leading contender racing off the same mark.
Avoids a penalty for recent Newbury success, but fast ground would be a worry.
3
3rd (6) Havana Goldrush (3.33/1 +49%)
Havana Goldrush

3.33/1(+49%)
(6) Havana Goldrush 3.33/1, C&D winner in April and good second here next time. After just 3 days off, last of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (1m, AW, 11/4) 22 days ago, but no surprise to see him bounce back returned to this venue.
Two good efforts over C&D on good to soft lately, but quick ground here would be a concern.
4
4th (1) Ermin Street (5/1 +0%)
Ermin Street

5/1(+0%)
(1) Ermin Street 5/1, Best effort of the year when fifth of 11 in handicap at this course (10.2f, good to firm, 13/2) 9 days ago, short of room around 1f out. Not dismissed lightly as he drops back down in trip.
1-14 and out of the frame in all six starts for this yard; may need further than this now.
5th
5th (7) Eye Of The Water (3/1 +33%)
Eye Of The Water

3/1(+33%)
(7) Eye Of The Water 3/1, Has won twice this year, with his latest success at this C&D in May. Not discredited when third of 11 in handicap (3/1) at Chepstow (8.1f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Respected.
Best form on good and softer including C&D win, but has run well on fast ground.
6th
6th (2) Sisters In The Sky (50/1 -79%)
Sisters In The Sky

50/1(-79%)
(2) Sisters In The Sky 50/1, Struggling for form at present, faring no better in first-time blinkers when eighth of 11 in handicap at Chepstow (8.1f, good to firm, 28/1) 10 days ago.
Has lost his way lately including in three starts for this yard; hard to recommend.
7th
7th (5) Trans Montana (8.5/1 +15%)
Trans Montana

8.5/1(+15%)
(5) Trans Montana 8.5/1, Runner-up all 4 starts in 2022. After 9 months off, possibly needed the run when eleventh of 12 in handicap at Kempton (1m) 23 days ago. Could get back on track.
0-12 and will need to fare better than on her return from a lengthy absence this month.
8th
8th (4) Keeper's Choice (10/1 +29%)
Keeper's Choice

10/1(+29%)
(4) Keeper's Choice 10/1, Four-time C&D winner. However, her form went the wrong way last year, fourth of 5 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 80/1) when last seen in December.
Three-time C&D winner on good and faster ground; has gone well fresh in the past.
LTO Selection:

17:35 Bath Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Mabre was a good winner over 1m at Newbury a week ago and another bold bid can be expected off the same mark, but the nod goes to TRANS MONTANA. Clive Cox's charge was competitive off this mark last season and a line can be put through her run last time after finding trouble in running. Eye Of The Water has raced here three times and has never been out of the first four, so another bold bid can be expected.

MABRE looked as good as ever at Newbury a week ago when gaining a third success of the year and he can score again off the same mark this time around. Heading the list of dangers is Eye of The Water who won over C&D on his penultimate start, while Revolutionary Man isn't one to take lightly if he makes a quick turnaround.

The mare KEEPER'S CHOICE looks interesting having dropped 4lb lower than for the last of her three C&D wins on good and faster ground.


17:40 Worcester Handicap Chase (Class 5) 16f - 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 (1) Opening Bid (1.5/1 +25%)
Opening Bid

1.5/1(+25%)
(1) Opening Bid 1.5/1, Winner over hurdles at Uttoxeter in December and remained in form since, making a good return to fences when second at Exeter (17.5f) last month. Should go well.
Not an instant success over fences but ran well in defeat last month; likely contender.
2
2nd (5) Rocambolas (5.5/1 +0%)
Rocambolas

5.5/1(+0%)
(5) Rocambolas 5.5/1, Winning pointer who made a successful start for his new yard in 2m Uttoxeter handicap hurdle last month. Folded tamely (not for the first time) at Southwell since and now returns to fences. Player if on a going day.
Hurdle winner on last month's stable debut; held since but remains of interest.
3
3rd (8) Etincelle Artiste (22/1 +0%)
Etincelle Artiste

22/1(+0%)
(8) Etincelle Artiste 22/1, Runner-up sole start in points but remote third of 11 on chase debut at Wincanton (25f, soft) in January and pulled up at Stratford (27.5f) 3 months later. Significantly down in trip now with first-time cheekpieces added to his usual tongue tie.
Modest third over 3m1f on chase debut; pulled up over 3m3f since; tries 2m in headgear now.
4
4th (4) Urabamba (3.5/1 -27%)
Urabamba

3.5/1(-27%)
(4) Urabamba 3.5/1, Winner of 2m Wexford maiden hurdle for Henry de Bromhead in summer 2021. Only modest form since joining this yard but he has been placed in handicap chases on 3 of his last 4 starts. Likely to be in the shake-up.
0-5 over fences but ended last season with two good efforts; one to consider.
5th
5th (3) Martalmix'jac (6/1 +40%)
Martalmix'jac

6/1(+40%)
(3) Martalmix'jac 6/1, Modest maiden hurdler who wasn't at his best when a well-held sixth at Uttoxeter (2m) on his latest start in November. Switches to fences for the first time on his return from 6 months off.
Good second over hurdles in the autumn; makes chasing debut after 195-day absence.
6th
6th (6) Tremwedge (22/1 +33%)
Tremwedge

22/1(+33%)
(6) Tremwedge 22/1, Fair maiden hurdler for Alan King but has lost his form, finishing well beaten in 5 runs over fences for current trainer last season.
Useful hurdler in his prime but has been very disappointing over fences for this stable.
|PU|
|PU| (7) Paddy's Return (5.5/1 +31%)
Paddy's Return

5.5/1(+31%)
(7) Paddy's Return 5.5/1, Well beaten in 3 novice hurdles at the start of 2021. Of some interest that connections have persevered but betting is perhaps the best guide to expectations now handicap chasing after over 2 years off.
Struggled to get competitive in three slow-ground novice hurdles in early 2021.
LTO Selection:

17:40 Worcester Handicap Chase (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Runner-up over an extended 2m1f on his latest outing, a 2lb raised mark looks unlikely to stop Opening Bid being in the mix, but he has to shoulder top-weight here so it is easier to side with URABAMBA. The gelded son of Arctic Cosmos finished a fair third over an extended 1m7f at Wincanton last month and the eight-year-old makes plenty of appeal back up in trip. Duke Of Luckley completes the shortlist in a first-time visor.

On the face of things this looks a very good opportunity for OPENING BID to build on last month's Exeter second and get off the mark over fences at the sixth time of asking. Urabamba has been placed in similar company lately and should have a part to play again, while Rocambolas returned to his weak-finishing ways last time but would be a threat to all if reproducing the form he showed when scoring over hurdles last month.

Preference is for OPENING BID, who ran a big race in defeat at Exeter last month and remains well handicapped on hurdling form.


17:45 Limerick Maiden Hurdle 19f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed 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) Space Tourist (0.67/1 +33%)
Space Tourist

0.67/1(+33%)
(13) Space Tourist 0.67/1, Posted a fair third on Navan hurdling debut in March 2022 and has won a bumper for Willie Mullins subsequently. Open to improvement and holds leading claims back from 7 months off.
Return to better ground will suit and likely to make the market; should go close.
2
2nd (3) Cash The Cheque (4.5/1 -29%)
Cash The Cheque

4.5/1(-29%)
(3) Cash The Cheque 4.5/1, Fair hurdler who ran below form when fifth of 19 in maiden at Tipperary (15.8f, good to soft, 6/1) 22 days ago. Up in trip and has solid claims if returning to the pick of her form.
Not at her best in a Tipperary maiden hurdle last time but trip and ground will suit here.
3
3rd (4) Cullagh Pride (80/1 +20%)
Cullagh Pride

80/1(+20%)
(4) Cullagh Pride 80/1, Well held in bumper/maiden hurdle. Hooded for 1st time.
Soundly beaten in two bumpers; hood tried for her hurdles debut but hard to fancy.
4
4th (9) Lucky Viv (25/1 +24%)
Lucky Viv

25/1(+24%)
(9) Lucky Viv 25/1, Modest in bumpers and similar form when seventh of 16 in maiden at Killarney (22.2f, good) on hurdles bow 11 days ago.
Ran okay on her hurdles debut at Killarney last week; back in trip here; others preferred.
5th
5th (18) Weseekherthere (14/1 -75%)
Weseekherthere

14/1(-75%)
(18) Weseekherthere 14/1, Eighth of 16 in bumper at Punchestown (16.4f, good to soft, 25/1) on bumper debut 31 days ago, still green. Switches from bumpers to hurdles. Should progress.
Has shown promise on both starts in a maiden hurdle and a bumper; can get involved here.
6th
6th (14) Stormalong (50/1 -100%)
Stormalong

50/1(-100%)
(14) Stormalong 50/1, Fair bumper winner but has yet to better modest form in 3 runs over hurdles.
Runner-up in a Cork bumper in November but has failed to match that in three hurdle starts.
7th
7th (6) Glory Liss (10/1 -25%)
Glory Liss

10/1(-25%)
(6) Glory Liss 10/1, Showed more than on hurdling debut on first run since leaving John E. Kiely when fifth of 18 in maiden (40/1) at Cork (19f, good to soft) 20 days ago.
Did some late work on her stable debut in a Cork maiden earlier this month; should improve.
8th
8th (11) Miss Madeline (16/1 -100%)
Miss Madeline

16/1(-100%)
(11) Miss Madeline 16/1, Showed more than on debut when fourth of 14 in maiden (125/1) at Tramore (16f, soft) 40 days ago.
Showed ability when a good fourth in a Tramore maiden hurdle last month; progressive.
9th
9th (5) Glendars Mahler (16/1 -60%)
Glendars Mahler

16/1(-60%)
(5) Glendars Mahler 16/1, Fair hurdler. Respectable third of 9 in maiden hurdle at Thurles (23.3f, good to soft, 33/1). Off 6 months.
Absent since November hurdles debut and needs further than this, but does run well fresh.
|U|
|U| (12) Smallcashprize (200/1 -100%)
Smallcashprize

200/1(-100%)
(12) Smallcashprize 200/1, Well held in a pair of maiden hurdles.
Well beaten in two maiden hurdles and will be of more interest in handicaps.
10th
10th (7) Goodie Girl (100/1 -52%)
Goodie Girl

100/1(-52%)
(7) Goodie Girl 100/1, Twice-raced maiden. Sixth of 19 in maiden hurdle (250/1) at Tipperary (15.8f, good to soft) 22 days ago, finishing with running left. Open to further improvement up in trip but is probably more one for handicaps.
No surprise if she was capable of significant improvement and worth a market check.
11th
11th (19) Mikita (200/1 -100%)
Mikita

200/1(-100%)
(19) Mikita 200/1, Modest in bumpers and well held in a pair of maiden hurdles. RESERVE.
First reserve; some promise in bumpers but well beaten in two maiden hurdles.
12th
12th (8) Laws Of Glory (200/1 -100%)
Laws Of Glory

200/1(-100%)
(8) Laws Of Glory 200/1, Well held in a trio of maiden hurdles, in tongue strap latest.
No impression in three maiden hurdles, most recently on her stable debut at Cork; dismiss.
13th
13th (1) Ar Aghaidh (250/1 -67%)
Ar Aghaidh

250/1(-67%)
(1) Ar Aghaidh 250/1, 200/1, last of 16 in maiden hurdle at Punchestown (15.8f, good to soft) on debut 3 days ago. Up in trip.
Tailed off on her hurdles debut at Punchestown on Tuesday; makes no appeal.
14th
14th (2) Brianna Lily (7.5/1 +63%)
Brianna Lily

7.5/1(+63%)
(2) Brianna Lily 7.5/1, Fairly useful winner at 16f in bumpers but was well held on hurdling debut at Tipperary (15.8f) 22 days ago. Up in trip.
Failed to figure on her hurdles debut at Tipperary earlier this month but should improve.
15th
15th (16) Wee Valerie (125/1 -25%)
Wee Valerie

125/1(-25%)
(16) Wee Valerie 125/1, well held in bumpers/mares maiden hurdles. Off 7 months. Back up in trip.
Not much to recommend from two bumper and two maiden hurdle starts; safe to pass over.
16th
16th (10) Manhattan Lady (33/1 +50%)
Manhattan Lady

33/1(+50%)
(10) Manhattan Lady 33/1, Well held on completed start in maiden hurdles. Hood and tongue strap on for 1st time.
Hard to assess in the context of this race but probably capable of improvement.
|PU|
|PU| (17) Cryptos Dream (100/1 +33%)
Cryptos Dream

100/1(+33%)
(17) Cryptos Dream 100/1, Fair handicapper at best on Flat but has lost her way so easily passed over on hurdle debut.
Form collapsed on the AW over the winter and down to a basement mark; hard to fancy.
LTO Selection:

17:45 Limerick Maiden Hurdle 19f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

SPACE TOURIST looks a likely sort for Willie Mullins. Since switching to Mullins, this six-year-old mare won a Tramore bumper and finished a somewhat remote third in a bumper at Cork. That run can be viewed in a better light, though, as the winner has since won a Grade 2 novice hurdle. When she won in Tramore, Mullins commented that he hoped she would win over hurdles. Glendars Mahler won't be lacking in stamina having kept on in third over an extended 2m7f when last seen at Thurles in November. Sligo bumper winner Cash The Cheque has been placed twice over flights. She didn't perform in Tipperary and tries a new trip now. Miss Madeline outran her 125/1 odds when fourth in Tramore and could build upon that.

There's every reason to think SPACE TOURIST can improve on just her second start over hurdles having landed a bumper for Willie Mullins last summer, so she's a straightforward choice to come out on top. Cash The Cheque was a shade underwhelming at Tipperary last time but can provide the main threat if returning to the pick of her form up in trip. Glendars Mahler may prove best of the rest.

Maybe this is the chance for CASH THE CHEQUE to make up for some unlucky bumper defeats. The step up in trip on good ground should suit


18:00 Curragh Handicap 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed 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) Bellaphina (6.5/1 -8%)
Bellaphina

6.5/1(-8%)
(6) Bellaphina 6.5/1, Thrice-raced winner. 1 win from 1 run this year. 20/1, won 15-runner maiden at Limerick (7f, soft) 34 days ago, keeping on well. Makes handicap debut.
Shaped well in two outings at two, has trained on well judged on Limerick win, good chance.
2
2nd (2) Clounmacon (2.75/1 +73%)
Clounmacon

2.75/1(+73%)
(2) Clounmacon 2.75/1, Lightly-raced winner. 9/1, 11½ lengths seventh of 11 to Zarinsk in Cornelscourt Stakes at Leopardstown (8f, heavy) 19 days ago, slowly away. Makes handicap debut.
Dundalk maiden winner, tried in a Group 3 last time, definite chance in this company.
3
3rd (5) Snowcapped (3/1 -33%)
Snowcapped

3/1(-33%)
(5) Snowcapped 3/1, Promising individual. 2 wins from 2 runs this year. Won 9-runner handicap at this course (7f, soft, 7/2) 25 days ago. More to come. Leading claims.
Emphatic course 7f winner in first handicap, 11lb higher but likely to remain competitive.
4
4th (9) Tea Olive (8/1 -45%)
Tea Olive

8/1(-45%)
(9) Tea Olive 8/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. Winner at Gowran in April. 10/3, good second of 8 in handicap at Sligo (10.4f, good to soft) 10 days ago. Back down in trip. Should give another good account.
Winner and twice second from three starts this term, win was over this trip, yard in form.
5th
5th (1) Impact Warrior (3.5/1 +0%)
Impact Warrior

3.5/1(+0%)
(1) Impact Warrior 3.5/1, Thrice-raced winner. Tongue strap on for 1st time, second of 6 in minor event at Killarney (8.1f, good to soft, 2/1) 10 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Open to progress.
Just touched off in a conditions event at Killarney, may be vulnerable under a big weight.
6th
6th (4) Vernet (11/1 -10%)
Vernet

11/1(-10%)
(4) Vernet 11/1, Course winner. 13/1, 12½ lengths last of 7 to Wed in Prix du Calvados at Deauville (7f, good). Off 9 months. Yard in good form. Makes handicap debut. Unexposed.
Course 7f maiden winner last July, only subsequent run was in Group 2 race in France.
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7th (8) Semantics (33/1 -106%)
Semantics

33/1(-106%)
(8) Semantics 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Ninth of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (8f, 22/1), merely passing beaten rivals. Off 7 months. Makes handicap debut.
Went close at Bellewstown first time out, failed to build on that in subsequent outings.
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8th (3) Amazing Show (50/1 -79%)
Amazing Show

50/1(-79%)
(3) Amazing Show 50/1, Lightly-raced winner. 22/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at Naas (8f, good to firm) 5 days ago, left poorly placed. Blinkers on 1st time.
Big price when ridden by Colin Keane on handicap debut and now rejected by the champion.
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9th (7) Cyber Attack (16/1 +0%)
Cyber Attack

16/1(+0%)
(7) Cyber Attack 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 4/1, below form 9¾ lengths eighth of 15 to Bellaphina in maiden at Limerick (7f, soft) 34 days ago. Makes handicap debut.
Consistent but not progressive last season, soundly beaten behind Bellaphina at Limerick.
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10th (10) Angel Above (40/1 -60%)
Angel Above

40/1(-60%)
(10) Angel Above 40/1, Lightly-raced winner. 1 win from 2 runs this year. Winner at Dundalk in January. Good third of 10 in minor event at Dundalk (8f, 20/1). Off 105 days. Makes handicap debut.
Not without a chance on her Dundalk form, poor on only turf outing but that was on debut.
LTO Selection:

18:00 Curragh Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Bellaphina surprised a few when winning a Limerick maiden in comprehensive style last month, giving the impression this extra furlong could bring out further improvement. However, the vote goes to the hat-trick seeking SNOWCAPPED, who was a most impressive scorer over 7f here earlier this month and can defy the 11lb rise she received for that success. Tea Olive is another who makes appeal having performed well on all three starts so far this season.

Jessica Harrington might be set for a second successive win in this useful fillies' handicap courtesy of the progressive SNOWCAPPED, who was well on top at the finish over 7f here last time and can make light of an 11 lb rise with the return to 1m in her favour. There should be more to come from Impact Warrior now handicapping and she's feared most ahead of Tea Olive, who has done well in lower-grade handicaps this spring.

Limerick maiden winner BELLAPHINA does not look badly treated for her handicap debut and can fly the flag for a small stable


18:05 Bath Handicap 10f - 0 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
LTO Selection:

18:05 Bath Handicap 10f Race Speed Rating Flow

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


18:10 Worcester Handicap Chase (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 (6) Courtland (1.25/1 +34%)
Courtland

1.25/1(+34%)
(6) Courtland 1.25/1, Took well to chasing with 2m wins at Ffos Las and Newton Abbot in summer 2021. Well below par in 4 starts last season but is starting to look very well handicapped for a yard among the winners in recent days. Worth chancing.
Struggled on last four starts, but gets sound surface/2m4f mix for the first time tonight.
2
2nd (2) Balko Saint (3/1 -50%)
Balko Saint

3/1(-50%)
(2) Balko Saint 3/1, Dual winner over hurdles and went close to a first chase success when beaten only a neck at Wincanton in February. Filled the runner-up spot over fences again at Kempton (20.5f) last time. Should go well again.
Went very close in a Wincanton 0-140 in February (2m4f, good); chance if jumping holds up.
3
3rd (3) Umndeni (6/1 +25%)
Umndeni

6/1(+25%)
(3) Umndeni 6/1, Won off 6 lb higher mark over hurdles at Newton Abbot in August 2021 but hasn't offered that much in 3 handicap hurdles since returning from a 15-month absence. Remains to be seen whether a return to fences helps to spark a revival.
Tailed off in a hurdle here latest (2m7f); didn't take to fences on either previous go.
4
4th (1) Kauto The King (3.5/1 +56%)
Kauto The King

3.5/1(+56%)
(1) Kauto The King 3.5/1, Completed a hat-trick at the start of last summer, with the first leg coming in this race. Hasn't hit the same heights since but dangerous to dismiss having dipped to only 2 lb above last year's mark.
Finished alone in this last year; struggled since the autumn, but mark does reflect that.
5th
5th (4) Ragamuffin (18/1 -177%)
Ragamuffin

18/1(-177%)
(4) Ragamuffin 18/1, Progressive hurdler who took well to fences last summer, winning 3 times. Presumably needed his recent reappearance at Huntingdon but he will need to have come on a good bit in a fairly short time. Has first-time cheekpieces added to his regular tongue tie.
Jumped left when last on recent Huntingdon return; trip/course/ground/mark all fine here..
LTO Selection:

18:10 Worcester Handicap Chase (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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

BALKO SAINT finished second over an extended 2m4f at Kempton earlier this month and the fact he was headed approaching the last means he could benefit from a slightly shorter test of stamina. The class-dropping Kauto The King is now rated 8lb below his last winning mark and can bounce back to form, while Umndeni also warrants a market check on his return to chasing.

It might be worth taking a chance on COURTLAND bouncing back to form as he's come down a long way in the weights and his stable is going pretty well at present. Balko Saint is second choice ahead of last year's winner Kauto The King.

Granted a sound surface over 2m4f for the first time, COURTLAND is preferred over recent dual chasing runner-up Balko Saint.


18:15 Limerick Handicap Hurdle 19f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed 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) Reflectionist (1.1/1 -10%)
Reflectionist

1.1/1(-10%)
(2) Reflectionist 1.1/1, Promising sort. 10/3, career best when winning 16-runner handicap hurdle at Punchestown (19.4f, good to soft) 3 days ago, soon clear. Carries penalty. Merits consideration.
Bolted up over a similar trip at Punchestown on Tuesday; will be hard to beat.
2
2nd (1) Dragon's Pass (6/1 -20%)
Dragon's Pass

6/1(-20%)
(1) Dragon's Pass 6/1, Ran up to her best to grab a share of the spoils after 10 months off at Fairyhouse in January and just as good last 2 outings, finishing as well as any when fifth of 18 at Naas (16.3f) 57 days ago. Warrants plenty of respect.
Prefers softer ground but acts on good and the trip is perfect; should go well.
3
3rd (7) Huit Reflets (12/1 +40%)
Huit Reflets

12/1(+40%)
(7) Huit Reflets 12/1, Modest maiden who again finished well held at Cork (20f, heavy) 64 days ago. Possibilities on earlier form but has a fair bit to prove at present.
Best form is on heavy but has a good run over 2m5f to his credit here; others preferred.
4
4th (4) Lilian Bland (4/1 +0%)
Lilian Bland

4/1(+0%)
(4) Lilian Bland 4/1, Modest maiden who again ran well when third of 15 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, soft) 15 days ago. Can win one of these before long.
Went down narrowly in a pair of Clonmel handicap hurdles over this trip; for the shortlist.
5th
5th (10) Walk In Time (50/1 -52%)
Walk In Time

50/1(-52%)
(10) Walk In Time 50/1, Mid-division at best in bumpers/maiden hurdles. Needs a big step forward now handicapping.
Some ability in maiden hurdles but needs to improve plenty to figure here on handicap bow.
6th
6th (14) Kanors Girl (22/1 +67%)
Kanors Girl

22/1(+67%)
(14) Kanors Girl 22/1, Poor maiden who finished eleventh of 18 in handicap hurdle (50/1) at Naas (16.3f, soft) 57 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Not beaten far in a Punchestown handicap hurdle in December but soundly beaten twice since.
7th
7th (11) War God (33/1 +34%)
War God

33/1(+34%)
(11) War God 33/1, Course winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2021 and was well held after 5 months off at Tramore (16f, good to soft) 39 days ago.
Well beaten on returning to hurdles at Tramore last month; others preferred.
8th
8th (9) Up The Club (40/1 -21%)
Up The Club

40/1(-21%)
(9) Up The Club 40/1, Poor in bumpers and well held in maiden hurdles. Easy to look elsewhere on handicap debut.
Little to recommend in bumpers or three maiden hurdles; little appeal on handicap debut.
9th
9th (3) Flyin Hawaiian (50/1 -52%)
Flyin Hawaiian

50/1(-52%)
(3) Flyin Hawaiian 50/1, Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan when last seen. Off 13 months. Up in trip.
Not a lot to recommend over hurdles and off for over a year; safe to overlook.
10th
10th (16) Darkest Dawn (66/1 +34%)
Darkest Dawn

66/1(+34%)
(16) Darkest Dawn 66/1, Blinkered for 1st time, pulled up on handicap debut at Tramore (20.3f, soft, 100/1) 40 days ago.
Modest maiden and handicap form; makes little appeal.
11th
11th (15) Social Distancing (50/1 +50%)
Social Distancing

50/1(+50%)
(15) Social Distancing 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 125/1, last of 7 in minor event hurdle at Down Royal (24f, good to soft) 25 days ago. Down in trip for handicap debut.
Making her handicap debut but it's not hard to turn elsewhere.
12th
12th (12) Tullig Wood (80/1 -21%)
Tullig Wood

80/1(-21%)
(12) Tullig Wood 80/1, Well held in a trio of maiden hurdles. Hard to fancy now handicapping.
Little to recommend in a trio of maiden hurdles last year; hard to fancy on handicap debut.
13th
13th (17) Miala Araya (12/1 +64%)
Miala Araya

12/1(+64%)
(17) Miala Araya 12/1, Pulled up in handicap hurdle (14/1) at Galway (22.5f, good to soft), dropping away before 4 out. Off 8 months. First run for yard after leaving Patrick Breen.
Off since September and with a new trainer now; probably best watched this time.
14th
14th (8) Mr Macphisto (11/1 +31%)
Mr Macphisto

11/1(+31%)
(8) Mr Macphisto 11/1, Winner in hurdle at Kilbeggan in July but was below form at Listowel (20f, good) on final outing. Off 8 months. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Needs to bounce back.
Only 1lb above his last winning mark now; wears a tongue-tie after an eight month absence.
15th
15th (6) Plusthevat (50/1 -52%)
Plusthevat

50/1(-52%)
(6) Plusthevat 50/1, Twentieth of 22 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (16.4f, heavy, 33/1) 146 days ago. Hood on 1st time.
Off for over a year but beaten a mile twice late last year; not easy to make a case for.
|PU|
|PU| (5) Sixty Seconds (8/1 -23%)
Sixty Seconds

8/1(-23%)
(5) Sixty Seconds 8/1, Made a lot more impact when third of 14 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, soft, 14/1) 15 days ago. May do better still.
Stayed on well to take third in a Clonmel handicap hurdle two weeks ago on handicap debut.
LTO Selection:

18:15 Limerick Handicap Hurdle 19f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

REFLECTIONIST was in dominant form when powering seven lengths clear to score over a similar trip at Punchestown on Tuesday. He runs under a 7lb penalty and remains in the same 80-95 grade. Being by Sea The Stars, he should enjoy this ground. Lilian Bland is running very consistently this year and has been placed in all three runs in handicap hurdles. Connections now decide to claim 7lb off her back and she is weighted to go close. Sixty Seconds showed improvement in third at Clonmel, but that was on soft ground. He is due to step on much better ground here. He does have a fifth place in a Listowel bumper run on good to yielding ground in the book, though.

REFLECTIONIST built on the promise of his stable debut when scoring in comfortable fashion at Punchestown 3 days ago and he looks up to defying a penalty with further improvement on the cards. Dragon's Pass and Lilian Bland are a pair of credible rivals, though.

He may be only 2lb well in with his mandatory penalty, but it is hard to overlook Tuesday's Punchestown winner REFLECTIONIST


18:25 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 11 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) Westernesse (5/1 +0%)
Westernesse

5/1(+0%)
(2) Westernesse 5/1, Made encouraging start for new yard when second at Wetherby (7f) last month. Not in quite same form when third of 5 in handicap at Hamilton (8.3f, good) since but must enter calculations here.
0-10 but mainly reliable and better than bare facts of handicap debut; interesting runner.
2
2nd (5) Garden Oasis (20/1 -11%)
Garden Oasis

20/1(-11%)
(5) Garden Oasis 20/1, C&D winner. Below form seventh of 13 in handicap (25/1) at Ripon (8f, heavy) 27 days ago. Others more persuasive.
C&D winner but below best since last win; down in weights again but enough to prove.
3
3rd (8) Shimmering Sands (18/1 -125%)
Shimmering Sands

18/1(-125%)
(8) Shimmering Sands 18/1, 11/4, twelfth of 14 in handicap at Ayr (13.1f, good), missing break. Off 8 months. May find this trip on sharp side.
Dual 1m2f winner; didn't stay 1m5f in September; best watched over 1m on first run since.
4
4th (11) Broctune Red (4.5/1 +0%)
Broctune Red

4.5/1(+0%)
(11) Broctune Red 4.5/1, Back to winning ways at Newcastle (10.2f) last month and acquitted himself well in defeat since, latest when close second of 11 in handicap at Beverley (8.4f, good, 9/2) 10 days ago. Can race off same mark and holds strong claims.
Ordinary strike-rate on turf but mainly consistent and ran well at Beverley last month.
5th
5th (1) Cliffs Of Capri (3.5/1 +75%)
Cliffs Of Capri

3.5/1(+75%)
(1) Cliffs Of Capri 3.5/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2020. Eleventh of 13 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 50/1) 44 days ago. Blinkers back on. Must improve.
Not won for a long time but has dropped to a good mark and better drawn than last twice.
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6th (9) Shahnaz (10/1 +50%)
Shahnaz

10/1(+50%)
(9) Shahnaz 10/1, 22/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at Catterick (7f, soft) 30 days ago. Becoming well treated.
Triple winner last year; below best last three times but ground here should suit better.
7th
7th (6) One For The Frog (18/1 -260%)
One For The Frog

18/1(-260%)
(6) One For The Frog 18/1, Off the mark (dead heated) in 6-runner minor event at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 27 days ago. Fairly treated on turf debut and is one for the shortlist.
AW novice winner last time; not fully exposed but enough to prove from draw on turf debut.
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8th (4) Solar Joe (6/1 -20%)
Solar Joe

6/1(-20%)
(4) Solar Joe 6/1, C&D winner. Sixth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 7/2) 23 days ago, inadequate test. Others preferred.
Sole win came over this C&D but didn't show enough on reappearance to make him of interest.
9th
9th (3) Global Spirit (4/1 +43%)
Global Spirit

4/1(+43%)
(3) Global Spirit 4/1, C&D winner. 17/2, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Thirsk (8f, good) 6 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Each-way claims.
Last two wins came over C&D and on a handy mark; cheekpieces on for first time since 2019.
10th
10th (10) Cedar Rapids (33/1 -106%)
Cedar Rapids

33/1(-106%)
(10) Cedar Rapids 33/1, One win from 22 Flat runs. First run since leaving James McAuley when fourth of 7 in handicap (11/1) at Ripon (9.8f, heavy) 14 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Others more persuasive.
Shaped well on reappearance and no probblems with trip or ground; up in grade, though.
11th
11th (7) Last Hoorah (18/1 -100%)
Last Hoorah

18/1(-100%)
(7) Last Hoorah 18/1, 11/1, bit below form third of 6 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) 13 days ago. Work to do.
Dual 7f winner; ground should suit better than Nottingham but still to prove himself at 1m.
LTO Selection:

18:25 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

This can go the way of BROCTUNE RED, who arrives in excellent form and hasn't finished outside the first two in his last three starts. The slight drop back in trip is another plus, while he is able to compete off a mark 6lb lower than his all-weather figure, and he is preferred to Shimmering Sands and Westernesse, who remains a maiden after 10 starts but has shown promise since joining the David O'Meara stable.

This can go to BROCTUNE RED, who arrives in fine fettle and posted his best effort on turf when runner-up at Beverley last time. One For The Frog and Westernesse rate the principal dangers.

This can go to CLIFFS OF CAPRI, who is on a good mark and he is taken to return to winning ways back on turf in refitted blinkers.


18:30 Curragh Maiden 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed 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) Subzero (0.73/1 +27%)
Subzero

0.73/1(+27%)
(6) Subzero 0.73/1, Twice-raced colt. 2/1 and blinkered for 1st time, second of 13 in maiden at Leopardstown (7.2f, heavy) 19 days ago, clear of rest. Expected to go well again with blinkers discarded.
Big run when 4th on debut and progressed when 2nd at Leopardstown this month; form boosted.
2
2nd (5) Space Age (10/1 +0%)
Space Age

10/1(+0%)
(5) Space Age 10/1, Offered plenty to work on both starts as a juvenile, again displaying fair form when sixth in 20-runner Naas maiden (1m) in November. Gelded ahead of return and he promises to do better again, particularly in handicaps.
Promise in a pair of maidens at 2; gelded since and quicker ground for his return.
3
3rd (8) Hotaugustnight (33/1 +50%)
Hotaugustnight

33/1(+50%)
(8) Hotaugustnight 33/1, Once-raced filly. Tenth of 16 in maiden at Naas (1m, good to firm, 16/1) on debut 5 days ago, very slowly away. Best watched.
Slowly away when 10th on Sunday and drop to 7f isn't certain to help; needs progress.
4
4th (7) The Franchise (2.5/1 +0%)
The Franchise

2.5/1(+0%)
(7) The Franchise 2.5/1, Twice-raced colt. Twelfth of 19 in valuable minor event (12/1) at this C&D (good to soft) in September, brief headway under 2f out but unable to land a blow. However, debut third here previously was a solid display and feasible to think he can get back on track now.
Beaten 3l on debut; not as good in Goffs Million here but return to faster ground may help.
5th
5th (4) Lope De Rueda (33/1 +0%)
Lope De Rueda

33/1(+0%)
(4) Lope De Rueda 33/1, Once-raced colt. Sixth of 11 in maiden at Dundalk (7f, 25/1) on debut in January, taking a strong hold in mid-division and ultimately one paced. Did cost plenty as a yearling however, and feasible to think he can do better somewhere down the line.
Green when beaten 6l over 7f in AW maiden on debut; can progress but form has been knocked.
6th
6th (1) Dream Escape (18/1 -13%)
Dream Escape

18/1(-13%)
(1) Dream Escape 18/1, Once-raced gelding. Fair form when seventh of 24 in maiden (28/1) at this course (10f, soft) on debut in September, racing freely in lead until weakening final 1f. Could well do better now as a 4-y-o but no easy task conceding weight all round.
Beaten 8l in promising debut here last year and shorter trip may suit.
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7th (2) Beyond The Steps (7/1 -40%)
Beyond The Steps

7/1(-40%)
(2) Beyond The Steps 7/1, €300,000 foal, €630,000 yearling, Footstepsinthesand colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including very smart 2-y-o 6f winner and Lucky Vega and winner up to 5.5f Lady Clair. Dam unraced. Makes plenty of appeal on paper for very good yard so very much of interest on debut.
630,000Eur yearling; half-brother to Lucky Vega; yard can ready one but tough ask on debut.
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8th (3) Go Til Its Over (150/1 -50%)
Go Til Its Over

150/1(-50%)
(3) Go Til Its Over 150/1, Where Or When gelding. Half-brother to 8.6f/9.4f winner Out On Friday. Dam unraced. Rates a likely outsider on racecourse bow.
Son of Where Or When; half-brother to winner over further; best watched on debut.
LTO Selection:

18:30 Curragh Maiden 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

SUBZERO was a clear second behind a progressive type, who has since come out and franked the form in Listed company, last time out over 7f at Leopardstown, and a repeat of that effort would make him very tough to beat. The Franchise is fancied to pose the biggest threat based on the form of his racecourse debut third last August over C&D. Beyond The Steps heads the remainder.

SUBZERO took a step forward on his sole start as a juvenile when runner-up in first-time blinkers (discarded here) at Leopardstown (7.2f) 19 days ago and a repeat may well be enough to see him get off the mark. The Franchise rates the chief danger but market support behind appealing newcomer Beyond The Steps would put a different slant on things.

It was an encouraging return from SUBZERO (nap). With the form boosted and the potential of him coming on for that, he's the one to beat


18:40 Worcester 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 (5) Jefe Triunfo (1.75/1 +42%)
Jefe Triunfo

1.75/1(+42%)
(5) Jefe Triunfo 1.75/1, Cima De Triomphe gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner Invictus de Brion. In good hands so he's a noteworthy debutant.
Half-brother to a bumper winner for this stable; interesting newcomer.
2
2nd (4) Footloose Man (4/1 +20%)
Footloose Man

4/1(+20%)
(4) Footloose Man 4/1, €34,000 3-y-o, Telescope gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners, including useful bumper winner/hurdler The Liquidator. Dam fair but ungenuine 19f-3¼m hurdle/chase winner. Newcomer can't be ruled out.
34,000euros 3yo; siblings include two bumper winners; likely type.
3
3rd (2) Jitterbug Geordie (1.1/1 +86%)
Jitterbug Geordie

1.1/1(+86%)
(2) Jitterbug Geordie 1.1/1, 14/1, ninth of 12 in bumper at Wincanton (15.2f, good to soft) on NH debut 14 months ago for Jack Barber. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Market can guide on his comeback run.
Well beaten last March on sole run for Jack Barber; may do better this time.
4
4th (3) Morval (22/1 +45%)
Morval

22/1(+45%)
(3) Morval 22/1, 4,000 gns 3-y-o, Morandi gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful 2m/17f hurdle winner Greyval. Dam 1¼m-1½m winner on Flat in France. Wears tongue strap. Others appeal more.
4,000gns 3yo; yard has modest strike-rate in bumpers.
LTO Selection:

18:40 Worcester NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

It could pay to side with THE GAMBLER, who bolted up in a point-to-point in Ireland last month when trained by Patrick Turley. She can make both a winning Rules and stable debut, but C&D winner Genovese cannot be dismissed on the back of his most recent third-placed effort at Southwell. Jefe Triunfo is a newcomer of interest, especially when considering the booking of Harry Cobden.

THE GAMBLER changed hands for £20,000 after an easy victory in an Irish point last month and is fancied to make a winning start for new connections on her bumper debut. Chris Gordon's newcomer Jefe Triunfo could emerge as the main threat, especially if the market vibes are positive, with C&D scorer Genovese appealing as the pick of the trio with previous bumper experience and also considered.

The form standard is set by GENOVESE who has the added bonus of being a C&D winner. Jefe Triunfo is second choice.


18:45 Limerick Handicap Hurdle 19f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed 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) Bal Kauto (1.75/1 +13%)
Bal Kauto

1.75/1(+13%)
(13) Bal Kauto 1.75/1, 7/4, first run since leaving Turlough O'Connor when sixth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Tramore (20.3f, soft) 40 days ago, having hopeless task from position. One to keep an eye on off a handy-looking mark.
Hood and tongue-tie tried here and no shock should he perform better than at Tramore.
2
2nd (10) Macs Lady (66/1 +0%)
Macs Lady

66/1(+0%)
(10) Macs Lady 66/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Sixteenth of 19 in novice hurdle at Naas (18.8f, soft, 150/1) 157 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Ross O'Sullivan. Makes handicap hurdle debut.
Showed little in a trio of maiden hurdles for Ross O'Sullivan; hard to give a chance to.
3
3rd (2) Susie Miller (14/1 +30%)
Susie Miller

14/1(+30%)
(2) Susie Miller 14/1, Sixth of 11 in novice hurdle (33/1) at Clonmel (19.5f, heavy) 50 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Probably fairly handicapped but one or two others look more likely this time.
4
4th (17) Roccorionach (11/1 -38%)
Roccorionach

11/1(-38%)
(17) Roccorionach 11/1, 4/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, first run since leaving Miss Evanna McCutcheon when creditable fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (22.8f, good to soft). Off 7 months but not ruled out.
Needs further; off since October and might need the run but well worth watching.
5th
5th (18) Kilmurry Jj (22/1 +45%)
Kilmurry Jj

22/1(+45%)
(18) Kilmurry Jj 22/1, 20/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Tramore (20.3f, soft) 40 days ago, pulled up before 4 out. Needs to bounce back. RESERVE
First reserve; pulled up on his return to the track at Tramore last month; little appeal.
6th
6th (15) Londonofficecallin (3.33/1 +49%)
Londonofficecallin

3.33/1(+49%)
(15) Londonofficecallin 3.33/1, 6/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (18.9f, heavy) 99 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Miss Evanna McCutcheon. Merits consideration if back on song.
Dropped to a mark of 80 for his stable debut and well worth a market check after a break.
7th
7th (7) Brehon Star (18/1 -64%)
Brehon Star

18/1(-64%)
(7) Brehon Star 18/1, 11/1, fourteenth of 25 in handicap hurdle at Naas (15.9f, soft) 157 days ago. Not taken lightly if shrugging off latest effort.
Well beaten at Naas in December when last seen but claims on his best form.
8th
8th (4) In A Nice Way (22/1 +33%)
In A Nice Way

22/1(+33%)
(4) In A Nice Way 22/1, 50/1, sixteenth of 19 in novice hurdle at Tipperary (15.8f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Back up in trip with cheekpieces on for 1st time.
Third in a Cork maiden hurdle last summer but has failed to build on it; cheekpieces tried.
9th
9th (5) Millies Dream (40/1 -150%)
Millies Dream

40/1(-150%)
(5) Millies Dream 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 40/1, ninth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, good). Off 7 months. Likely to improve.
Made some late headway on handicap bow over 2m at Fairyhouse in October; may need it.
10th
10th (14) Flyaway Maggie (33/1 +0%)
Flyaway Maggie

33/1(+0%)
(14) Flyaway Maggie 33/1, Ninth of 11 in maiden at Dundalk (10.7f, 125/1). Switches from Flat to hurdles. Creditable effort on last hurdle run so not discounted.
Well held in AW maidens when last seen and she's exposed as modest over hurdles.
11th
11th (16) One More Lass (66/1 +0%)
One More Lass

66/1(+0%)
(16) One More Lass 66/1, 33/1, eleventh of 16 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (24f, good to soft) 35 days ago. Down in trip with more needed.
Her third at Thurles in March was remote and she's finished tailed off twice since.
12th
12th (1) Corkbeg (6.5/1 -18%)
Corkbeg

6.5/1(-18%)
(1) Corkbeg 6.5/1, Career best when winning 12-runner handicap hurdle (18/1) at Wexford (17f, good to soft) 6 days ago. Can give a good account.
Came from well off the pace to land a Wexford handicap hurdle last Saturday; player.
13th
13th (11) Ramble On Muller (25/1 -14%)
Ramble On Muller

25/1(-14%)
(11) Ramble On Muller 25/1, Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Thurles (16.4f, heavy, 9/1) 74 days ago. Others appeal more.
Has shown some promise; not a forlorn hope but others more likely.
14th
14th (12) My Little Lily (100/1 -52%)
My Little Lily

100/1(-52%)
(12) My Little Lily 100/1, Lightly-raced maiden. First run since leaving Conor O'Dwyer when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (20.4f, good to soft) 93 days ago, losing place end of back straight. Others are preferred.
Pulled up on his stable debut at Punchestown in February; visor tried but no appeal.
|PU|
|PU| (3) Roman Parish (10/1 -33%)
Roman Parish

10/1(-33%)
(3) Roman Parish 10/1, Very good second of 14 in handicap hurdle (28/1) at Clonmel (19.1f, soft) 15 days ago. Well in the mix.
Second in a handicap hurdle at Clonmel two weeks ago; won't be far away if repeating that.
|PU|
|PU| (6) Toon Town (12/1 -50%)
Toon Town

12/1(-50%)
(6) Toon Town 12/1, 14/1, good second of 13 in handicap hurdle at this course (16f, heavy) 57 days ago, no match for winner. Can make presence felt.
Step up in trip should be fine on this ground and one with a live chance.
|PU|
|PU| (9) Dromore Warrior (25/1 +38%)
Dromore Warrior

25/1(+38%)
(9) Dromore Warrior 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Off 7 months. Rejoined yard after leaving Ian O'Connor. Makes handicap hurdle debut with work to do.
Poor performer on all known form and makes little appeal.
LTO Selection:

18:45 Limerick Handicap Hurdle 19f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Denis O'Regan rode a patient race on CORKBEG at Wexford and the pair get the opportunity to follow up on that success. That was a shorter trip that the six-year-old gelding won over last weekend, but he has winning form over a similar distance to this. Roman Parish showed marked improvement to chase home the winner in Clonmel. If he is as effective on this better ground, he will have a fair chance. Roccorionach was gambled on in Killarney before finishing fourth. That was her first run for this stable and it wouldn't be a surprise to see her improve upon that on this drop in trip. Toon Town finished second in a slowly run handicap hurdle over 2m at this track in March. That was a big step forward and there could be more in the tank.

Lots with chances but BAL KAUTO made an eye-catching start for Declan Queally when a running-on sixth at Tramore and can capitalise on a handy-looking mark now. Toon Town is feared most on the back of his good recent second here, while Wexford-scorer Corkbeg can also have a say along with the unexposed Millies Dream.

The vote goes to TOON TOWN (nap) after a good second over 2m here last time, with the longer trip in his favour on this ground


18:55 Pontefract Stakes (Class 5) 5f - 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 (6) Quandary (9/1 -6%)
Quandary

9/1(-6%)
(6) Quandary 9/1, Twice-raced maiden. 10/1, fifth of 8 in maiden at Thirsk (7f, heavy) 20 days ago. Down in trip. Others more persuasive.
Similar level of form so far; enough to prove back in trip on first run on a sound surface.
2
2nd (3) Caesars Pearl (3.5/1 +61%)
Caesars Pearl

3.5/1(+61%)
(3) Caesars Pearl 3.5/1, Posted fair efforts both starts this year, latest when fifth of 13 in handicap (25/1) at Southwell (5f) 47 days ago. Likely to be in the mix again.
Modest form so far so she'll have to raise her game if she's to win on these terms.
3
3rd (5) Oneforsue (3/1 +14%)
Oneforsue

3/1(+14%)
(5) Oneforsue 3/1, Fair filly. Undone by testing conditions at Nottingham latest but had posted good second at Newcastle (5f) on return previously and must enter calculations.
Fair maiden but doesn't look progressive, though claims if she's back to her best.
4
4th (2) Ormolulu (3.5/1 -218%)
Ormolulu

3.5/1(-218%)
(2) Ormolulu 3.5/1, Promising individual who won at the second time of asking in 10-runner maiden at Southwell (6.1f) 15 days ago. Further progress is likely and she holds strong claims.
Useful form on second start when scoring on AW; switches to turf under penalty but claims.
5th
5th (4) Morboka (50/1 -178%)
Morboka

50/1(-178%)
(4) Morboka 50/1, Twice-raced maiden. 16/1, fifth of 7 in maiden at Brighton (5.3f, good) 24 days ago. Improvement required.
No more than a hint of ability so far and will be one for handicaps further down the line.
6th
6th (7) Senate Queen (20/1 +29%)
Senate Queen

20/1(+29%)
(7) Senate Queen 20/1, Twice-raced maiden. Eighth of 15 in minor event (16/1) at Redcar (6f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Up against it.
Moderate form over 6f on both starts and she'll have to improve a fair bit to win this.
7th
7th (9) Speed Dial Baileys (4/1 +60%)
Speed Dial Baileys

4/1(+60%)
(9) Speed Dial Baileys 4/1, Once-raced maiden. Sixth of 10 in minor event (33/1) at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm) on debut, unable to sustain effort. Off 8 months. Should progress.
No more than a hint of ability on debut and considerably more needed this time.
8th
8th (8) Ski Angel (7.5/1 -15%)
Ski Angel

7.5/1(-15%)
(8) Ski Angel 7.5/1, Once-raced maiden. Twelfth of 15 in minor event at Redcar (6f, good to soft, 10/1) on debut 22 days ago, very slowly away. May well do better.
Should come on for debut run but needs to raise game by some way if she's to win this.
9th
9th (1) Milky Teal (150/1 +25%)
Milky Teal

150/1(+25%)
(1) Milky Teal 150/1, Once-raced maiden. 250/1, last of 11 in minor event at Newcastle (6f) on debut. Off 106 days.
Soundly beaten on debut and makes no appeal.
LTO Selection:

18:55 Pontefract Stakes (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

ORMOLULU proved her 40/1 second at Southwell on debut was no fluke when easily scoring at the same venue, and there should be plenty more improvement forthcoming from Jamie Osborne's filly. Oneforsue has done well since joining the Paul Midgley stable and can give her the most to think about, although Caesars Pearl has strong claims on her narrow defeat at Wolverhampton in March.

ORMOLULU stepped up on her encouraging debut effort when making all at Southwell earlier this month and should have more to offer yet. She can follow up. Oneforsue and Caesars Pearl look the obvious dangers.

This can go to ORMOLULU, who made all at Southwell last time and can defy a penalty


19:00 Curragh Handicap 7f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed 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) Verhoyen (5.5/1 +61%)
Verhoyen

5.5/1(+61%)
(7) Verhoyen 5.5/1, 4-time course winner. Fifteen runs since last win in 2022. Thirteenth of 19 in handicap (20/1) at Cork (7f, soft) 21 days ago.
Won this last year and back below last winning mark but drying ground is against him.
2
2nd (4) Ice Cold In Alex (25/1 -79%)
Ice Cold In Alex

25/1(-79%)
(4) Ice Cold In Alex 25/1, 4-time course winner. 40/1, last of 19 in handicap at Cork (7f, soft) 21 days ago.
Career best form is at this venue; probably needed his return and warrants respect.
3
3rd (15) Midnight Fire (10/1 -11%)
Midnight Fire

10/1(-11%)
(15) Midnight Fire 10/1, Course winner. 1 win from 2 runs this year. Latest win here in April. 10/3, bit below form eleventh of 24 in handicap at this course (6f, soft) 25 days ago.
3-time course winner; won here on return and stayed on well over 7f latest; respected.
4
4th (16) Jered Maddox (11/1 +31%)
Jered Maddox

11/1(+31%)
(16) Jered Maddox 11/1, Latest win at Dundalk in February. Respectable twelfth of 25 in handicap at Cork (7f, good, 16/1) 9 days ago, unable to sustain effort.
5-time AW winner; ran well in defeat at Cork last time when fading late; may do better.
5th
5th (10) No Niki No (33/1 -65%)
No Niki No

33/1(-65%)
(10) No Niki No 33/1, 16/1, ninth of 16 in handicap at Chantilly (8f, good to soft). Off 7 months. Wears blinkers. Must improve.
Won twice in France towards end of last year; stiff mark for return and may need it softer.
6th
6th (2) Exquisite Acclaim (25/1 -79%)
Exquisite Acclaim

25/1(-79%)
(2) Exquisite Acclaim 25/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2021. Respectable 4 lengths fourth of 12 to She's In The Game in handicap (10/1) at Dundalk (7f) 63 days ago.
Sole win came on AW in 2021; some good runs on AW this winter but others on better marks.
7th
7th (9) Half Nutz (28/1 -40%)
Half Nutz

28/1(-40%)
(9) Half Nutz 28/1, C&D winner. 14/1, last of 14 in handicap at Naas (5.9f, good) 20 days ago.
Encouraging 3rd on AW earlier this year; not as good twice since; best turf form on soft.
8th
8th (12) Touching Clouds (4/1 +11%)
Touching Clouds

4/1(+11%)
(12) Touching Clouds 4/1, Lightly-raced winner. Didn't need to improve to win 12-runner maiden (6/4) at Gowran (7f, good), responding well. Off 8 months. Trainer going well. Makes handicap debut. Another bold show likely.
Off the mark at 4th attempt in fillies' maiden when last seen and opening mark looks fair.
9th
9th (13) Toriangel (10/1 +50%)
Toriangel

10/1(+50%)
(13) Toriangel 10/1, Tenth of 11 in handicap at Gowran (7f, soft, 16/1) 37 days ago.
Sole win came on AW last year; below form latest; doesn't look well treated on turf.
10th
10th (11) Hightimeyouwon (20/1 +39%)
Hightimeyouwon

20/1(+39%)
(11) Hightimeyouwon 20/1, Latest win at Dundalk in January. Last of 16 in handicap at Limerick (8f, soft, 16/1) 34 days ago.
Winner on AW but seems to have lost his way; return to quicker ground needs to help.
11th
11th (14) Bells On Her Toes (8/1 +11%)
Bells On Her Toes

8/1(+11%)
(14) Bells On Her Toes 8/1, Bit below form thirteenth of 24 in handicap at this course (6f, soft, 7/1) 25 days ago. Visor back on.
1-17; wasn't beaten far over 6f latest; return to 7f may help; best form on softer ground.
12th
12th (8) Might And Mercy (8/1 +20%)
Might And Mercy

8/1(+20%)
(8) Might And Mercy 8/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. Latest win at Dundalk in March. Tenth of 12 in handicap at Dundalk (6f, 4/1) 45 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip.
Below par on AW when last seen but had looked progressive before that; may resume progress.
13th
13th (6) Big Baby Bull (20/1 +0%)
Big Baby Bull

20/1(+0%)
(6) Big Baby Bull 20/1, C&D winner. 28/1, last of 14 in handicap at Limerick (8f, soft) 34 days ago. Tongue strap back on.
C&D winner; ended losing run at Naas last year but struggled for new yard.
14th
14th (17) Maid To Shine (33/1 -65%)
Maid To Shine

33/1(-65%)
(17) Maid To Shine 33/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. 10/1, career best when winning 14-runner maiden at Dundalk (7f), driven out. Off 91 days. First run for yard after leaving P. J. Hassett.
Off the mark in AW maiden in February; off 3 months and has to prove as effective on turf.
15th
15th (1) Miramis (6/1 +14%)
Miramis

6/1(+14%)
(1) Miramis 6/1, Good third of 8 in handicap at Gowran (8f, soft, 7/2) 16 days ago.
Came on from return when 3rd in fillies' h'cap latest; this is tougher; may need further.
16th
16th (3) She's In The Game (10/1 -82%)
She's In The Game

10/1(-82%)
(3) She's In The Game 10/1, C&D winner. 1 win from 1 run this year. 12/1, career best when winning 12-runner handicap at Dundalk (7f) 63 days ago. Player.
Progressive since switching to AW; bids for hat-trick but may be vulnerable back on turf.
17th
17th (5) Shanghai Dragon (66/1 -65%)
Shanghai Dragon

66/1(-65%)
(5) Shanghai Dragon 66/1, 25/1, 11 lengths thirteenth of 14 to Might And Mercy in handicap at Dundalk (7f) 84 days ago. First run for yard after leaving John Patrick Murtagh. Visor back on.
Won fillies' h'caps (1m) in 2022; out of form on AW latest and 4lb above last winning mark.
LTO Selection:

19:00 Curragh Handicap 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

SHE'S IN THE GAME returned from a break to strike at Dundalk and now goes off an 11lb higher mark. Considering the manner of that victory, the daughter of Starspangledbanner is fancied to make it three out of her last three to continue on her upward curve. The main threat might be Miramis, who steps back down in distance after a solid third at Gowran Park and is just 1lb higher. Touching Clouds completes the shortlist on her handicap bow.

TOUCHING CLOUDS beat a subsequent winner when winning her maiden at Gowran last summer and she surely has more to offer now handicapping given her pedigree/connections. She's In The Game enhanced her excellent strike rate for this rider at Dundalk in March so must be respected along with Midnight Fire, who wasn't seen to best effect here last time.

A competitive contest but JERED MADDOX ran well for a long way in a decent race at Cork last week and drying ground will suit


19:10 Worcester Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 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 (1) Ajp Kingdom (0.25/1 +53%)
Ajp Kingdom

0.25/1(+53%)
(1) Ajp Kingdom 0.25/1, Bangor bumper winner who didn't need to improve much - if at all - to capitalise on a good opening in a thin maiden at Kempton (21f) 25 days ago. This is another race lacking depth though and his previous second to Twig in November reads well.
Made all at Kempton this month, taking record on good ground to 2-2; respected.
2
2nd (3) Court Master (3.33/1 -104%)
Court Master

3.33/1(-104%)
(3) Court Master 3.33/1, Useful winning chaser who was pulled up both starts last season 10 months apart (had fifth breathing operation in between). Has left Michael Scudamore and has an obvious chance on these terms on his first hurdle start since early 2019.
Easily the best horse in this field judged on peak chase form for previous yard.
3
3rd (2) Barbarian (25/1 +0%)
Barbarian

25/1(+0%)
(2) Barbarian 25/1, Poor hurdler who showed some ability remains in first-time cheekpieces on first run for new yard when second in 18-runner handicap at Exeter last month but is firmly up against it on these terms.
Ran well in Exeter handicap last time but the bare form is very modest.
4
4th (5) Simple Words (125/1 +38%)
Simple Words

125/1(+38%)
(5) Simple Words 125/1, No form in 3 starts over hurdles in 2020/21 for Jimmy Frost and just modest form at best on Flat, well held both starts in 2023. Easily passed over.
Holds very weak claims on Flat and hurdles form.
5th
5th (4) Nuova Vita (28/1 -40%)
Nuova Vita

28/1(-40%)
(4) Nuova Vita 28/1, Alkaased gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler E Street Boy and bumper winner Sweetlittlemystery. Dual winning pointer, including last time (sole finisher, Apr 16).
Record of 2-11 in points; form is nothing out of the ordinary; rules debut.
LTO Selection:

19:10 Worcester Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 23f Race Class Flow

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

AJP KINGDOM was pushed out to strike by three lengths last time at Kempton over 2m5f, and that race is already working out well with the third coming out to bolt up since. The son of Mahler makes only his fourth start over hurdles and should have more to come, so he is strongly fancied to defy his 7lb penalty. Court Master is rated 120 and, if he can run anywhere near that level, he is likely to be bang there. Of the remainder, Nuova Vita makes the most appeal.

AJP KINGDOM and Court Master stand out a mile in a thin contest. The former has a penalty to shoulder, but he has much less to prove and is preferred, especially with his previous second to Twig reading better now than it did at the time.

Court Master is greatly respected on his best chase form and looks the only threat to recent hurdles winner AJP KINGDOM.


19:15 Limerick Handicap Hurdle 19f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed 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) I Don't Get It (6.5/1 -8%)
I Don't Get It

6.5/1(-8%)
(4) I Don't Get It 6.5/1, 13/2, second of 13 in handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (18.8f, good to soft) 7 days ago, doing too much too soon. Heading back in the right direction recently.
Front-runner in the form of his life; career-high mark here but has to be respected.
2
2nd (8) Atimetodream (6/1 -20%)
Atimetodream

6/1(-20%)
(8) Atimetodream 6/1, Promising individual. Seventh of 15 in novice hurdle at Tramore (16.2f, heavy, 10/1) 145 days ago. Yard having good spell. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Player.
Potential improver now on better ground for handicap debut.
3
3rd (9) Rathnaleen Kal (2.25/1 +18%)
Rathnaleen Kal

2.25/1(+18%)
(9) Rathnaleen Kal 2.25/1, 9/1, career best when winning 15-runner handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, soft) 15 days ago, always holding on. Has to be taken seriously at these weights.
Cork winner could well have more to offer if handling this quicker ground.
4
4th (16) Cloudy Fountain (40/1 -60%)
Cloudy Fountain

40/1(-60%)
(16) Cloudy Fountain 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 40/1, close up when fell 2 out in hunter chase at Tramore (21.7f, good to soft) on debut over fences 39 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Makes handicap hurdle debut. No forlorn hope.
Hunter chase faller latest; not sure this ground will suit back hurdling.
5th
5th (3) Figurehead (20/1 +60%)
Figurehead

20/1(+60%)
(3) Figurehead 20/1, Fourteenth of 19 in handicap hurdle at Cork (18.8f, good to soft, 50/1). Off 9 months. Hooded for 1st time.
Well below best in light campaign last year and reappears here with hood tried.
6th
6th (7) Trendy Lady (8/1 -14%)
Trendy Lady

8/1(-14%)
(7) Trendy Lady 8/1, Below form fifth of 9 in novice chase at Sligo (21.2f, good to soft, 5/1). Off 8 months. Switches from chase to hurdles. Stable in good form. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Merits consideration.
Long absent but fair mark for handicap debut.
7th
7th (17) Ricky Langford (10/1 +38%)
Ricky Langford

10/1(+38%)
(17) Ricky Langford 10/1, Sixth of 15 in handicap hurdle (33/1) at Leopardstown (16f, good to soft) 81 days ago, not ideally placed. Given a chance by the assessor.
Dual hurdle/chase winner at around 2m; yet to convince at this trip and others preferred.
8th
8th (14) Bear Claws (20/1 +20%)
Bear Claws

20/1(+20%)
(14) Bear Claws 20/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2020. 18/1, ninth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (22.8f, good to soft). Off 7 months and needs to bounce back.
Some useful form last summer at around this trip; may need this comeback run however.
9th
9th (13) Deep Pockets (8/1 -7%)
Deep Pockets

8/1(-7%)
(13) Deep Pockets 8/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 28/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, very good fourth of 19 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, soft) 38 days ago. Can go well again.
Tipperary fourth shapes as though this longer trip will suit and one to consider.
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10th (10) Farceur De Sivola (16/1 +0%)
Farceur De Sivola

16/1(+0%)
(10) Farceur De Sivola 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Below form sixth of 14 in novice hurdle (14/1) at Clonmel (18.5f, heavy) 66 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. May well do better.
May improve on this better ground but opening mark plenty high.
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11th (5) Rebel Waltz (33/1 +34%)
Rebel Waltz

33/1(+34%)
(5) Rebel Waltz 33/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2020. Last of 14 in handicap hurdle at Cork (20f, good to soft, 66/1). Off 14 months.
Poor run when last seen and can only be watched after 14 months absence.
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12th (2) Gekkota (14/1 -17%)
Gekkota

14/1(-17%)
(2) Gekkota 14/1, Lightly-raced winner under NH rules. Course winner. One win from 2 runs last season. Fifth of 7 in novice hurdle (12/1) at Sligo (17.9f, good). Off 9 months. Makes handicap hurdle debut and needs to hit the ground running.
Maiden winner here last summer runs well fresh and unexposed entering handicap ranks.
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13th (11) Leroy Leroy (22/1 +12%)
Leroy Leroy

22/1(+12%)
(11) Leroy Leroy 22/1, First run since leaving Jim Boyle when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Listowel (16f, good, 18/1), tailed off when soon after halfway. Off 8 months.
Pulled up quickly on yard debut at Listowel in September and can only be watched.
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14th (15) No Bodder (20/1 +50%)
No Bodder

20/1(+50%)
(15) No Bodder 20/1, 66/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Gowran (20f, heavy) 76 days ago. Others appeal more.
Beaten long way on last few starts on soft; needs to improve plenty back on sound surface.
15th
15th (18) Mont Athena (40/1 -21%)
Mont Athena

40/1(-21%)
(18) Mont Athena 40/1, Modest maiden on the Flat. Thrice-raced maiden. 100/1, thirteenth of 25 in juvenile hurdle at Navan (16f, good to soft) 83 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Likely to improve.
Glimpse of ability in three maidens but more needed on handicap debut; market could guide.
16th
16th (1) Instant Return (80/1 -21%)
Instant Return

80/1(-21%)
(1) Instant Return 80/1, Twelfth of 15 in novice chase at Thurles (20.9f, soft, 150/1) on debut over fences 74 days ago, never travelling well. Switches from chase to hurdles.
Poor efforts on returning from year's absence in the spring, can only be watched for now.
|PU|
|PU| (12) Sarah's Soldier (16/1 -14%)
Sarah's Soldier

16/1(-14%)
(12) Sarah's Soldier 16/1, Eleventh of 21 in novice hurdle (250/1) at Naas (15.5f, good to soft) 89 days ago. Back up in trip. Makes handicap hurdle debut.
Could have improvement in him now switched to handicaps and longer trip may suit.
LTO Selection:

19:15 Limerick Handicap Hurdle 19f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

RATHNALEEN KAL beat a subsequent winner on slower ground at Clonmel and has to be respected off 6lb higher. Trendy Lady could have a say on handicap debut for Henry de Bromhead. The last time she raced over flights she was a beaten favourite in fourth at Downpatrick, but all three horses that finished in front of her have won since. Trendy Lady has run well off a break before. I Don't Get It is highly likely to adopt his customary front-running tactics. They have served him well as he has won two of this last three races and was runner-up in the other one. Trendy Lady's stablemate, Atimetodream, has one notable third place at Cork in the formbook. There is surely more to come from her on handicap debut. Deep Pockets is not without hope up in trip.

RATHNALEEN KAL took her form up a notch when scoring at Clonmel recently and looks weighted to go in again despite taking a 6 lb rise in the weights. Atimetodream looks open to progress now going into handicaps and rates the chief threat, although Farceur de Sivola is another handicap debutant who can have a say along with the resurgent I Don't Get It.

Eoin McCarthy has a strong hand here with Clonmel winner RATHNALEEN KAL and Deep Pockets, the former just preferred


19:25 Pontefract Stakes (Class 2) 6f - 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 (3) Muqtahem (3/1 -20%)
Muqtahem

3/1(-20%)
(3) Muqtahem 3/1, Soldier's Call colt who produced a promising first effort when third in 7-runner maiden at Hamilton (5f, good to firm, 5/1) last week. Will improve.
Fair form at Hamilton on debut and should improve for that run, especially over this trip.
2
2nd (5) Expert Choice (8/1 +20%)
Expert Choice

8/1(+20%)
(5) Expert Choice 8/1, Foaled February 2. 24,000 gns foal, 37,000 gns yearling, Expert Eye colt. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 1½m winner Pennymoor out of smart winner up to 11f (2-y-o 6f winner) Penelopa. Requires a market check.
Early February foal; yard can ready a newcomer; interesting to see how he goes in market.
3
3rd (4) There's No Limit (6.5/1 +7%)
There's No Limit

6.5/1(+7%)
(4) There's No Limit 6.5/1, Foaled May 16. 48,000 gns yearling, No Nay Never colt. Brother to 1m winner Mexico City and half-brother to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 1m winner Stand Up In Paris and 2-y-o 7f winner Merci Nancy. Interesting newcomer.
Several winners abroad in pedigree but this trip might be on short side on debut.
4
4th (2) Art Historian (4.5/1 +44%)
Art Historian

4.5/1(+44%)
(2) Art Historian 4.5/1, Havana Grey colt who was very green when down the field at Newmarket on last week's debut. Entitled to improve with that initial experience under her belt.
No show over this trip on good ground on debut; considerably more needed to win this.
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5th (1) Nellie Leylax (1.4/1 -27%)
Nellie Leylax

1.4/1(-27%)
(1) Nellie Leylax 1.4/1, Calyx colt who overcame inexperience to make a winning debut in 12-runner maiden at Beverley (5f, soft) 25 days ago, staying on to lead near finish. Will stay 6f and sure to progress.
Looked a good prospect when winning at Beverley on debut; claims if taking to quick ground.
6th
6th (6) Evoluir (22/1 -38%)
Evoluir

22/1(-38%)
(6) Evoluir 22/1, Foaled March 28. €5,000 yearling, Cable Bay colt. Half-brother to 7f winner How Impressive and 7f winner Aurora Dawn. Dam unraced out of useful 2-y-o 6f winner Oui Say Oui.
Late March foal; half-brother to two 7f winners; best watched on this racecourse debut.
LTO Selection:

19:25 Pontefract Stakes (Class 2) 6f Race Class Flow

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

George Boughey has done well with his two-year-olds already this season and MUQTAHEM has the potential to be another useful one after showing plenty of ability when third on debut at Hamilton. The step up in trip looks to be a plus and he may have too much for Nellie Leylax, who carries a 6lb penalty for a determined success at Beverley. A son of Expert Eye, Expert Choice looks like the pick of the newcomers for a stable that can ready one.

NELLIE LEYLAX did well to run down a front runner with prior experience on his Beverley debut and, with this step up in trip sure to suit, he's selected to defy a penalty at the first attempt. Muqtahem looks the obvious threat having shaped well first time up at Hamilton last week, while There's No Limit is pick of the newcomers before market clues.

The one that appeals most is NELLIE LEYLAX, who created a good impression on debut and she is bred to handle these quicker conditions


19:30 Curragh Handicap 8f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed 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) Rahmi (18/1 +18%)
Rahmi

18/1(+18%)
(13) Rahmi 18/1, First run since leaving Francis-Henri Graffard when 7¾ lengths eighth of 14 to Dunum in handicap at Limerick (8f, soft, 11/1) on IRE debut 34 days ago. Entitled to be sharper with that under his belt but this another tough enough ask.
7f winner in France, needs to show considerable improvement from Limerick run last month.
2
2nd (6) Dunum (4/1 +50%)
Dunum

4/1(+50%)
(6) Dunum 4/1, Very progressive last term, winning 4 big-field handicaps prior to a good second over 7f here final start. Career best when winning 14-runner handicap at Limerick (1m) on return to action 5 weeks ago and that may not prove his limit on that evidence. Respected.
Winner of five of his six starts for this stable, 11lb rise for latest win may anchor him.
3
3rd (15) Adelaise (25/1 +11%)
Adelaise

25/1(+11%)
(15) Adelaise 25/1, First run since leaving Freddie & Martyn Meade when below form fourteenth of 22 in handicap at this course (7f, good to soft, 22/1). Off 8 months. Hood on 1st time.
AW winner in Britain, unable to make her presence felt over 7f here on Irish debut, hooded.
4
4th (16) No More Porter (8/1 +6%)
No More Porter

8/1(+6%)
(16) No More Porter 8/1, C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2021. Creditable 3 lengths sixth of 19 to Earls in handicap (7/1) at Cork (7f, soft) 21 days ago, running on. Cheekpieces back on.
Has tended to reserve best form for this venue, respected on basis of Irish Lincoln fifth.
5th
5th (3) Current Option (50/1 +0%)
Current Option

50/1(+0%)
(3) Current Option 50/1, 22/1, 13¾ lengths fifteenth of 19 to Earls in handicap at Cork (7f, soft) 21 days ago, effort over 2f out and folding. Needs to get back on track.
Three-time winner of the Ahonoora Handicap over 7f at Galway, trainer has better chances.
6th
6th (17) Gambe Veloci (6.5/1 +28%)
Gambe Veloci

6.5/1(+28%)
(17) Gambe Veloci 6.5/1, Lightly-raced winner. Career best when winning 16-runner maiden at Limerick (8f, soft, 2/1) 34 days ago, driven clear. Trainer going well and feasible to expect further progress now handicapping.
Did not help handicap prospects with ease of Limerick maiden win, has gone up 11lb.
7th
7th (7) Final Voyage (16/1 -14%)
Final Voyage

16/1(-14%)
(7) Final Voyage 16/1, Off the mark in good style for this yard at Lingfield (1m) in April and backed that up when very good 2¾ lengths fourth of 19 to Earls in Mallow Handicap at Cork (7f, soft) 21 days ago, ridden 2f out and keeping on. Entitled to remain competitive.
All six wins on AW including valuable 1m handicap at Lingfield, fourth to Earls at Cork.
8th
8th (2) Saltonstall (28/1 -12%)
Saltonstall

28/1(-12%)
(2) Saltonstall 28/1, C&D winner. 5/1, fifth of 6 in minor event at Tipperary (7.4f, good to soft) 36 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Return to this big-field scenario rates a plus and he's a live each-way player.
Has contested two non-handicaps since Irish Lincoln second, perhaps best of five for yard.
9th
9th (4) Flame Of Eire (22/1 -83%)
Flame Of Eire

22/1(-83%)
(4) Flame Of Eire 22/1, Progressed well last term, rattling off quick-fire 4-timer in handicaps at up to 9f at Leopardstown in September before good fourth at Listed level final start. Entitled to be sharper for his return in C&D Group 3 in March.
Won four handicaps in a row last year before sights were raised, further progress possible.
10th
10th (9) Howyoulikethat (66/1 -32%)
Howyoulikethat

66/1(-32%)
(9) Howyoulikethat 66/1, Tenth of 12 in handicap (7/2) at Dundalk (1m) in December, headway over 1f out and not quicken. This rates a tough enough ask returning from 6 months off.
Better strike-rate on AW, now 23lb higher than at the time of his sole win on turf.
11th
11th (11) Tosen Wish (7.5/1 -25%)
Tosen Wish

7.5/1(-25%)
(11) Tosen Wish 7.5/1, Promising sort. First run since leaving Joseph Patrick O'Brien when good 2¾ lengths fifth of 19 to Earls in handicap at Cork (7f, soft, 20/1) 21 days ago, finishing well. Has to be taken seriously.
Dundalk winner, made an encouraging start for this stable when fifth to Earls at Cork.
12th
12th (20) Coins Cross (28/1 -27%)
Coins Cross

28/1(-27%)
(20) Coins Cross 28/1, Career best when winning 18-runner handicap (11/2) at this course (7f, heavy) by 2 lengths from San Aer, kept up to work. Off 7 months and revised mark demands more now.
Ground was heavy when he won over 7f here on final start last season, has run well on good.
13th
13th (19) Vocal Studies (14/1 +58%)
Vocal Studies

14/1(+58%)
(19) Vocal Studies 14/1, 14/1, bit below form 5¼ lengths tenth of 19 to Earls in handicap at Cork (7f, soft) 21 days ago, not clear run final 1f and never better than midfield. Eased 2 lb ahead of this so not ruled out for each-way purposes.
Started season encouragingly with Naas second, has failed to build on that display.
14th
14th (14) San Aer (20/1 +0%)
San Aer

20/1(+0%)
(14) San Aer 20/1, Course winner. 10 lengths fourteenth of 19 to Earls in handicap at Cork (7f, soft, 9/1) 21 days ago, not clear run. Others more persuasive.
Progressive over 7f/1m last year and fourth in Irish Lincoln on return, not as good since.
15th
15th (12) Pierre Lapin (25/1 +24%)
Pierre Lapin

25/1(+24%)
(12) Pierre Lapin 25/1, 11¼ lengths tenth of 14 to Dunum in handicap at Limerick (8f, soft, 18/1) 34 days ago, never a threat. Others make greater appeal.
Not badly handicapped on his old form but has been unable to exploit similar opportunities.
16th
16th (8) Earls (20/1 -82%)
Earls

20/1(-82%)
(8) Earls 20/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. 28/1, career best when winning 19-runner Mallow handicap at Cork (7f, soft) 21 days ago by ½ length from All Lies Ahead. Deserving of extra credit having come around the whole field then and he's another in the mix.
Good money-spinner last season, back to form in style with Cork win from All Lies Ahead.
17th
17th (10) All Lies Ahead (6/1 +8%)
All Lies Ahead

6/1(+8%)
(10) All Lies Ahead 6/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. Latest win at Leopardstown in April. 7/2, good ½-length second of 19 to Earls in handicap at Cork (7f, soft) 21 days ago. Stable in good form. Merits consideration.
Has matured into a reliable mare, likely to go close again after Cork second to Earls.
18th
18th (1) I Am Superman (10/1 +55%)
I Am Superman

10/1(+55%)
(1) I Am Superman 10/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2019. 12/1, threatened more for a long way when seventeenth of 27 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 62 days ago. Eased 2 lb subsequently with Colin Keane booked but others make more appeal.
High-class form in Australia, now back with original trainer, others make more appeal.
19th
19th (5) Point Gellibrand (18/1 -13%)
Point Gellibrand

18/1(-13%)
(5) Point Gellibrand 18/1, Low-mileage 4-y-o who confirmed previous promise to open account in a Leopardstown maiden (10f) in July. Not disgraced but never managed to land a telling blow when last of 6 in Group 3 Royal Whip final start but he may yet have more to offer in handicaps this campaign.
Final run last season was in a Group 2 race, potentially interesting now on handicap debut.
20th
20th (18) Loingseoir (22/1 -10%)
Loingseoir

22/1(-10%)
(18) Loingseoir 22/1, C&D winner. 9/2, good neck second of 12 to All Lies Ahead in handicap at Leopardstown (7.1f, heavy) 51 days ago, keeping on well. Can make presence felt.
Two good runs at Leopardstown early last month, beat Coins Cross over 7f here last October.
LTO Selection:

19:30 Curragh Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Dunum continues to go from strength to strength and was a clear-cut winner on his Limerick return, while Earls burst back into life when denying All Lies Ahead at Cork. Joseph O'Brien holds a strong hand and while there is no denying Gambe Veloci was impressive when breaking through at Limerick, a chance is taken on his returning stablemate POINT GELLIBRAND, who has been set some stiff assignments. Tosen Wish, a former inmate of O'Brien's, caught the eye when fifth in Earls' Cork race.

Unsurprisingly plenty arrive with claims, and it could pay to take a chance on Cork eye-catcher TOSEN WISH. Very much catching the eye in the race won by re-opposing Earls on that occasion, he remains low-mileage on the back of just 4 career starts and can prove his mark lenient. Dunum, All Lies Ahead and aforementioned Earls head up the dangers in an ultra-competitive handicap.

Perhaps the most interesting runner is POINT GELLIBRAND, who is unexposed in handicap terms and may now prosper at four.


19:40 Worcester Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 23f - 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
(5) Fine By Her (2.75/1 +31%)
Fine By Her

2.75/1(+31%)
(5) Fine By Her 2.75/1, Did the job well when opening her account at Fakenham last spring and doubled her tally at Ludlow (23.8f, good to soft) recently. 3 lb rise fair enough and possibilities here if in a similar mood.
Usually held up; little in hand after 3lb rise for Ludlow win, but much respected again.
(11) Stripe Of Honour (3/1 -9%)
Stripe Of Honour

3/1(-9%)
(11) Stripe Of Honour 3/1, Caused a major surprise (80/1) when scoring over C&D last summer, and did so again in comprehensive fashion back here 9 days ago. Escapes a penalty for that, rendering the fact that he's 4 lb 'wrong' at the weights meaningless, and another bold show likely.
4lb well in for last week's 2m4f win here, and he's been a C&D scorer in the past also.
(4) Symbolic Spirit (5/1 +9%)
Symbolic Spirit

5/1(+9%)
(4) Symbolic Spirit 5/1, Runner-up on Southwell handicap hurdle debut in November. No show next 2 starts but appeared to take a step back in the right direction when sixth of 13 at Ludlow (21.2f, good to soft) last time and she's not without hope here.
Back to form at Ludlow latest, albeit not quite seeing out 2m5f; has further to go here.
(3) D'Jango (6/1 +25%)
D'Jango

6/1(+25%)
(3) D'Jango 6/1, Won 3 times during busy 2022-23 campaign, latest success gained in a Lingfield handicap chase off 4 lb higher in February. Recent efforts over fences have lacked spark but he's 2-4 here and will be a danger to all if able to bounce back returned to this sphere.
Staying hurdle/chase winner here last summer (good); first return to class 5 for a while.
(6) Corrany (9/1 +64%)
Corrany

9/1(+64%)
(6) Corrany 9/1, On a good mark judged on pick of his form over fences but he was well beaten back from a break at Chepstow last month and hurdles record stands at 0-10.
Anonymous recent return, but chase form here last summer/autumn offers hope of a place.
(2) I'm A Starman (12/1 -20%)
I'm A Starman

12/1(-20%)
(2) I'm A Starman 12/1, Successful twice in this sphere in 2021 but rather up-and-down since and he has failed to exploit a lower chase mark in recent months.
Jumped poorly over fences latest; currently 7lb below his last winning hurdles mark..
(9) Robeam (16/1 +20%)
Robeam

16/1(+20%)
(9) Robeam 16/1, Wide-margin Southwell success last May triggered a good run of form but out of sorts in recent months and he was a long way adrift of Fine By Her at Ludlow last time.
58l defeat by Fine By Her last time was just the latest below-par effort this spring.
(10) Sure Listen (22/1 -38%)
Sure Listen

22/1(-38%)
(10) Sure Listen 22/1, Raised his game when off the mark in 12-runner handicap hurdle at Taunton (23.9f, good to soft) in December. Pulled up over fences on sole subsequent start and he's likely to find a few too good back in this sphere.
40-1 Taunton winner two runs ago (bled latest); still unexposed as a staying hurdler.
(8) Cobra Commander (25/1 -14%)
Cobra Commander

25/1(-14%)
(8) Cobra Commander 25/1, Showed improved form when winning brace of handicap chases last spring but it's been downhill pretty much all the way since.
Better chaser than hurdler; well beaten in two more goes at this discipline last autumn.
(7) Noah's Light (33/1 +50%)
Noah's Light

33/1(+50%)
(7) Noah's Light 33/1, Navan maiden hurdle winner on final start for Declan Queally in November 2021 but he has offered little in 5 starts for present connections.
Only one completion from five since his 2021 Irish novice win (2m4f, good); opposable.
LTO Selection:

19:40 Worcester Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 23f Race Class Flow

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

Fine By Her went in by just under two lengths in this grade over 3m last time at Ludlow, and a 3lb rise for that keeps her in with a big shout. However, preference is still for STRIPE OF HONOUR, who defied his huge odds in style on his latest outing at this track over 2m4f, and the way he came clear suggests the step back up to this distance may not pose any problems. D'jango is noted too.

STRIPE OF HONOUR could hardly be labelled a model of consistency but if in the same form as when scoring by a wide-margin here last week he will prove a tough nut to crack. D'Jango is on a handy mark returned to this sphere and could be the one to follow the selection home. Symbolic Spirit is also shortlisted, along with last-time-out winners Fine By Her and Nelsons Rock.

June 2022 C&D scorer D'JANGO can take advantage of this similarly realistic assignment, ahead of the 4lb well-in Stripe Of Honour.


19:45 Limerick Handicap Hurdle 22f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(19) Arctic Ambition (1.25/1 +17%)
Arctic Ambition

1.25/1(+17%)
(19) Arctic Ambition 1.25/1, Two wins from 6 runs last season. 7/2, second of 13 in handicap chase at Kilbeggan (19.1f, good to soft) 14 days ago, conceding first run. Switches from chase to hurdles. Well in the mix. RESERVE
Chaser of obvious appeal now off 27lb lower hurdles mark and ground probably okay; reserve.
(8) Sheephaven Flyer (6/1 -71%)
Sheephaven Flyer

6/1(-71%)
(8) Sheephaven Flyer 6/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Very good third of 12 in handicap hurdle (11/1) at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Stable having good spell so he rates a big player.
Downpatrick staying-on third over 2m6f augurs well; one to consider.
(1) All Walks Of Life (10/1 +0%)
All Walks Of Life

10/1(+0%)
(1) All Walks Of Life 10/1, 28/1, creditable ninth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Cork (20f, good to soft) 20 days ago. In the mix.
Recent handicap runs suggest she's a little way off a winning mark; longer trip could suit.
(9) Dylan Lombardy (11/1 +8%)
Dylan Lombardy

11/1(+8%)
(9) Dylan Lombardy 11/1, Only eighth of 12 to Arctic Ambition in handicap chase at Kilbeggan (19.4f, good to soft, 11/1) on debut over fences 35 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Engaged 7.00 Limerick Thursday.
Respected back hurdling with ground to suit although untried over this far.
(10) Unheralded (12/1 +0%)
Unheralded

12/1(+0%)
(10) Unheralded 12/1, Bit below form ninth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Cork (24.8f, good to soft, 16/1) 20 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
Didn't seem to stay 3m1f last time; quicker ground an unknown.
(4) Tilloughna (12/1 +14%)
Tilloughna

12/1(+14%)
(4) Tilloughna 12/1, Good ninth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (19.2f, good to soft, 11/1) 35 days ago. In the mix eased 1 lb.
Bumper promise not yet matched over hurdles; ground an unknown.
(2) Jakie Mac (12/1 -41%)
Jakie Mac

12/1(-41%)
(2) Jakie Mac 12/1, Bit below form eighth of 13 in handicap hurdle (7/1) at Tipperary (16f, good) 8 days ago. Significantly up in trip with more needed.
Inadequate trips of late; potential improver now upped in trip.
(6) Just Hannah (18/1 -112%)
Just Hannah

18/1(-112%)
(6) Just Hannah 18/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. First run since leaving Donal Commins when unseated rider near finish (tailed off) in handicap hurdle (12/1) at Tramore (20.3f, soft) 40 days ago.
Tailed off when unseating at Tramore; this better ground should suit.
(5) Who's Houdini (20/1 -67%)
Who's Houdini

20/1(-67%)
(5) Who's Houdini 20/1, Respectable sixth of 12 in handicap hurdle (18/1) at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Shortlisted.
Fourth over fences at Tramore but needs to improve plenty on recent hurdles form.
(14) Battle Of Benburb (20/1 +39%)
Battle Of Benburb

20/1(+39%)
(14) Battle Of Benburb 20/1, 11/1, pulled up in handicap chase at Downpatrick (19.2f, good to soft) 21 days ago, losing touch over circuit out. Switches from chase to hurdles.
Back hurdling and only 2lb above winning mark so not one to rule out with ground to suit.
(17) Saint Bernadette (20/1 -122%)
Saint Bernadette

20/1(-122%)
(17) Saint Bernadette 20/1, 16/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Thurles (23.1f, soft), behind when pulled up 2 out. Off 6 months.
Lacks a recent run but does have her conditions so not one to rule out.
(18) Finding Freedom (25/1 -14%)
Finding Freedom

25/1(-14%)
(18) Finding Freedom 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 200/1, sixteenth of 17 in novice hurdle at Clonmel (16.8f, heavy) 129 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Makes handicap hurdle debut.
Points' winner on good a potential improver on this better ground on handicap debut.
(7) Portnacoo (25/1 +24%)
Portnacoo

25/1(+24%)
(7) Portnacoo 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Tenth of 12 in novice hurdle (25/1) at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut.
Mildly promising debut hasn't been backed up and of limited appeal on handicap debut.
(12) Double Jubilee (28/1 +30%)
Double Jubilee

28/1(+30%)
(12) Double Jubilee 28/1, Respectable eighth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (24.4f, good, 16/1). Off 10 months. First run for yard after leaving John Patrick Ryan. Cheekpieces on 1st time.
Second over 3m1f at Ballinrobe a year ago; cheekpieces tried on first start for new yard.
(15) Carnet De Stage (33/1 -65%)
Carnet De Stage

33/1(-65%)
(15) Carnet De Stage 33/1, Eleventh of 15 in handicap chase at Killarney (20f, good, 25/1) 11 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Cheekpieces back on.
Better chaser, reverting to hurdles for first time since midfield in this race last year.
(13) Elusive Sea (40/1 +0%)
Elusive Sea

40/1(+0%)
(13) Elusive Sea 40/1, Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (24f, soft, 80/1) 81 days ago, tailed off when pulled up before 2 out. Cheekpieces on for 1st time.
Cheekpieces tried and return to better ground to suit but too many question marks.
(3) Prussia With Love (40/1 +39%)
Prussia With Love

40/1(+39%)
(3) Prussia With Love 40/1, 66/1, first run since leaving Paul Hennessy when fourteenth of 19 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (24.3f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time.
Tailed off on recent Tipperary comeback; tongue tie now tried.
(16) Elegant Dan (50/1 -100%)
Elegant Dan

50/1(-100%)
(16) Elegant Dan 50/1, One win from 24 NH runs. Thirteen runs since last win in 2020. 33/1, eleventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at Tramore (21f, good). Off 9 months.
Regressed last year and seems best watched here on first start since August.
LTO Selection:

19:45 Limerick Handicap Hurdle 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Reserve Arctic Ambition would have a serious chance if getting a run. His last two starts came over fences including when winning at Kilbeggan in April. He would be competing off a hurdle mark 27lb lower than his chase mark. Furthermore, Danny Gilligan would take 7lb off his back. There was definite promise in SHEEPHAVEN FLYER's handicap debut at Downpatrick. The Milan gelding stayed on well for third and a reproduction of that run should have him heavily involved. Just Hannah has shown snippets of form on better ground while Saint Bernadette posted a trio of third places in hurdle races last autumn.

Lots of these arrive with a question mark against them so SHEEPHAVEN FLYER looks the way to go nudged up only 1 lb for his very good Downpatrick third. In-form pair Tilloughna and Who's Houdini appeal as the pick of the remainder and can chase home Henry de Bromhead's low-mileage 5-y-o in that order.

Putting in good late work to take third at Downpatrick, SHEEPHAVEN FLYER remains relatively unexposed and gets the vote


19:55 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 12f - 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) Crema Inglesa (3/1 +33%)
Crema Inglesa

3/1(+33%)
(1) Crema Inglesa 3/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2021. Creditable second of 7 in handicap at Windsor (11.4f, heavy, 5/1) 11 days ago, no match for winner. Can make presence felt.
No problems with ground or trip and ran well on reappearance; plenty to like.
(7) Carrigillihy (3/1 +33%)
Carrigillihy

3/1(+33%)
(7) Carrigillihy 3/1, C&D winner. Respectable third of 8 in handicap (11/2) at Beverley (12.1f, good to soft) 37 days ago.
Not disgraced of late and should be suited by the return to this venue (3-3 here).
(8) Unplugged (4.5/1 +0%)
Unplugged

4.5/1(+0%)
(8) Unplugged 4.5/1, Course winner. Visored for 1st time, creditable third of 11 in handicap (7/4) at Newcastle (10.2f). Off 157 days. Has to be taken seriously.
Sole win came at this venue and worth another chance at this trip; market should guide.
(5) Wagga Wagga (4.5/1 +18%)
Wagga Wagga

4.5/1(+18%)
(5) Wagga Wagga 4.5/1, C&D winner. Seventh of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (13f, AW, 10/3) 13 days ago, refusing to settle.
Dual winner last summer but pulled too hard on reappearance; not one to write off yet.
(6) King Of Unicorns (6.5/1 +7%)
King Of Unicorns

6.5/1(+7%)
(6) King Of Unicorns 6.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden on Flat. Fair winner at 16f in bumpers. Respectable third of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (12.4f, 11/2). Off 11 months.
Good-ground bumper winner; ran well over this trip last summer but not seen since.
(2) Golden Keeper (14/1 -211%)
Golden Keeper

14/1(-211%)
(2) Golden Keeper 14/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. 5/1, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Southwell (12.1f) 15 days ago, cosily. Respected up 4 lb.
Turf and AW winner who is 2lb higher than latest Southwell win; sure to go well again.
(3) Cubana Habana (16/1 -45%)
Cubana Habana

16/1(-45%)
(3) Cubana Habana 16/1, 10/3 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, sixth of 7 in handicap at Beverley (8.4f, soft) on return 25 days ago. Significantly back up in trip.
Below best last twice on soft but worth another try at 1m4f on this sort of ground.
(4) Pretty Bouquet (40/1 -60%)
Pretty Bouquet

40/1(-60%)
(4) Pretty Bouquet 40/1, Lightly-raced winner. First run since leaving Keith Dalgleish when seventh of 9 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, heavy, 18/1) 28 days ago. Better expected.
1m3f maiden winner but well beaten on soft for new yard on reappearance; may do better.
LTO Selection:

19:55 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow

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

CREMA INGLESA did well to finish runner-up at Windsor given she was positioned at the rear, and she could regain the winning thread now turned out quickly off the same mark. A 4lb rise for Golden Keeper's success at Southwell earlier in the month looks more than fair and he isn't one to take lightly. C&D winner Carrigillihy is only 1lb higher than for his September success here and he completes the shortlist.

UNPLUGGED was shaping up well in the winter, unlucky not to finish closer when third at Newcastle when last seen in December, and remains of interest back from a break. Crema Inglesa lost little in defeat when second to a useful prospect at Windsor 11 days ago and is next best ahead of recent Southwell-winner Golden Keeper.

The one to appeal most is CARRIGILLIHY (nap), who should be suited by the return to faster ground and he's bidding to make it 4-4 here.


20:00 Curragh Handicap 6f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(7) Dandyville (4.5/1 -29%)
Dandyville

4.5/1(-29%)
(7) Dandyville 4.5/1, Six wins from 18 Flat runs. Ended 2022 with 2 AW wins and improved again to 14-runner handicap (3/1) at Naas (5.9f, good) 20 days ago, driven clear. Can make presence felt.
6-18 and arrives bidding for a 4-timer; up another 10lb but highly progressive sort.
(12) Heavenly Power (5.5/1 +15%)
Heavenly Power

5.5/1(+15%)
(12) Heavenly Power 5.5/1, C&D winner. Bit below form 3¾ lengths fifth of 16 to Jon Riggens in handicap at Navan (5f, soft, 9/2) 13 days ago, never nearer.
Both wins over C&D; creditable return behind some of these; will relish return to 6f here.
(4) Gustavus Weston (6/1 +33%)
Gustavus Weston

6/1(+33%)
(4) Gustavus Weston 6/1, 3-time C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2021. Respectable seventh of 19 in handicap (11/1) at Cork (7f, soft) 21 days ago.
Has won 3 Group races over C&D; losing run since 2021; dangerous mark back at 6f.
(10) Stag Night (8/1 +27%)
Stag Night

8/1(+27%)
(10) Stag Night 8/1, Lightly-raced winner. Career best when winning 22-runner handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 11/1). Off 13 months. Trainer going well. Should go well again.
Belated hat-trick bid having won sole start of 2022 but might need this one.
(13) Swift Flight (8.5/1 -6%)
Swift Flight

8.5/1(-6%)
(13) Swift Flight 8.5/1, Good neck second of 13 to Hurricane Ivor in handicap (9/2) at this C&D (heavy) 40 days ago, finishing well. Another who can't be discounted.
1-18; in good form and only beaten a neck latest but probably wants it softer.
(1) Carrytheone (10/1 +17%)
Carrytheone

10/1(+17%)
(1) Carrytheone 10/1, Course winner. Tongue strap on for 1st time, 2½ lengths fourth of 7 to Goldana in Gladness Stakes (9/2) at this course (7f, heavy) 40 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time.
Promising start to career but no wins since 2021; best form is over further; cheekpieces.
(11) Jon Riggens (11/1 -120%)
Jon Riggens

11/1(-120%)
(11) Jon Riggens 11/1, Course winner. 1 win from 3 runs this year. Career best when winning 16-runner handicap at Navan (5f, soft, 5/1) 13 days ago by head from Tawaazon. On the upgrade recently.
Just got the better of Tawaazon earlier in month; best form on softer ground at 5f though.
(2) Hurricane Ivor (12/1 +14%)
Hurricane Ivor

12/1(+14%)
(2) Hurricane Ivor 12/1, C&D winner. 1 win from 3 runs this year. Latest win here in April. 2¾ lengths fifth of 7 to Moss Tucker in listed race (15/2) at Naas (5f, heavy) 32 days ago.
Gr 3 winner in his pomp; won over C&D last month and good run in Listed class since.
(9) Dream Today (14/1 +13%)
Dream Today

14/1(+13%)
(9) Dream Today 14/1, Latest win at Dundalk in February. Respectable 3 lengths third of 14 to Dandyville in handicap (20/1) at Naas (5.9f, good) 20 days ago. Has to be taken seriously.
Creditable effort back on turf latest but may struggle to reverse form with Dandyville.
(5) Laugh A Minute (16/1 +60%)
Laugh A Minute

16/1(+60%)
(5) Laugh A Minute 16/1, Course winner. Latest win here in March. Below form twelfth of 19 in handicap (22/1) at Cork (7f, soft) 21 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter.
Course winner who was in good form and had excuses last time out; may return to form.
(8) Tawaazon (20/1 -67%)
Tawaazon

20/1(-67%)
(8) Tawaazon 20/1, 4 wins from 13 runs this year. Latest win at Navan in April. 8/1, good head second of 16 to Jon Riggens in handicap at Navan (5f, soft) 13 days ago.
In form of his life at present and only beaten a head when caught late last time; up 5lb.
(15) Greek Flower (22/1 -57%)
Greek Flower

22/1(-57%)
(15) Greek Flower 22/1, 20/1, good third of 24 in handicap at this C&D (soft) 25 days ago.
Career best when beaten half a length last time but 9lb wrong this time.
(3) Anthem National (22/1 -10%)
Anthem National

22/1(-10%)
(3) Anthem National 22/1, 66/1, respectable 5¾ lengths fifth of 10 to Ladies Church in listed race at Naas (5f, good to firm) 5 days ago, barely adequate test. Makes handicap debut. Something to find on form.
Hasn't really progressed for this yard; best efforts have come at 7f.
(6) Mickey The Steel (22/1 -10%)
Mickey The Steel

22/1(-10%)
(6) Mickey The Steel 22/1, 13/2, respectable 3¼ lengths fourth of 16 to Jon Riggens in handicap at Navan (5f, soft) 13 days ago.
Won back-to-back last term and returned in good form this year; might have preferred rain.
(14) Secret Magician (22/1 +12%)
Secret Magician

22/1(+12%)
(14) Secret Magician 22/1, C&D winner. 5/1, thirteenth of 18 in handicap at this course (7f, soft) 25 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Sole win came in C&D maiden; below form this term; return to 6f may help but 2lb wrong.
LTO Selection:

20:00 Curragh Handicap 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

A fiendishly difficult race to unpick in which many would appear to hold chances, so only a tentative vote can go to the form horse DANDYVILLE. Natalia Lupini's charge racked up a brace of successes at Dundalk in November before returning with a decisive victory at Naas, so a subsequent 10lb rise might not be enough to stop him from completing the four-timer. Others to note include Hurricane Ivor, Tawaazon, Jon Riggens and last year's runner up Mickey The Steel.

Lots with chances in this very competitive handicap. DREAM TODAY made a solid return to turf when third to the reopposing Dandyville at Naas 3 weeks ago and is taken to turn the tables on 10 lb better terms. Natalia Lupini's charge is unlikely to go down without a fight as he bids for a 4-timer and is second choice ahead of recent Navan 1-2 Jon Riggens and Tawaazon.

It's hard to get away from DANDYVILLE who returned with a third win on the spin at Naas this month and he can come on for that


20:10 Worcester Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f - 11 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) Blue Sans (2/1 +60%)
Blue Sans

2/1(+60%)
(1) Blue Sans 2/1, Won twice over hurdles in the first half of 2021/22 season (including over C&D) but disappointing last term. Has tumbled in the weights as a result and she'd be folly to rule out for her top yard with cheekpieces back on (arrives fit from points).
12lb lower than for 2021's 0-120 C&D mares' handicap win; solid point second last month.
(7) Whenthepennydrops (4/1 +0%)
Whenthepennydrops

4/1(+0%)
(7) Whenthepennydrops 4/1, Struggled in first 2 handicaps but was in the process of leaving those efforts behind when, fitted with cheekpieces, fell 2 out at Southwell (20.4f, soft) early last month. Not disgraced when third under this rider at Ludlow a fortnight later and she's one to consider.
Gradually returning to form, if not quite seeing out 2m5f latest; place prospects again.
(3) Valentine Getaway (4.5/1 +31%)
Valentine Getaway

4.5/1(+31%)
(3) Valentine Getaway 4.5/1, Closely related to the classy Queens Brook and positives to glean from her efforts in mares' maiden hurdles in October. However, she made little impact back on return in February and having been strong in the betting, couldn't improve sent handicapping last time. Remains early days.
Ought to stay 2m4f-plus but unable to do so on first attempt on March's handicap debut.
(6) Mrs Kinsella (6/1 +25%)
Mrs Kinsella

6/1(+25%)
(6) Mrs Kinsella 6/1, 10/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, good) 2 days ago. Others preferred.
Gave good account for most of Southwell run (2m4f) two nights ago; this may come too soon.
(2) Barely Famous (12/1 -167%)
Barely Famous

12/1(-167%)
(2) Barely Famous 12/1, Perked up by switch of yard back in the autumn, landing back-to-back handicaps at Southwell/Hereford before good second of 8 in handicap at Huntingdon (25f) when last seen 6 months ago. Has moved stables again and first-time cheekpieces are applied.
Dual winner on quick ground last autumn; trip fine, and new yard among the winners.
(5) Faerie Cutlass (16/1 +11%)
Faerie Cutlass

16/1(+11%)
(5) Faerie Cutlass 16/1, Hinted at promise in a bumper and in a trio of novice events in this sphere but ran poorly switched to a handicap last time. Best to look elsewhere.
Too fractious to last home on April's Taunton handicap debut; tongue tie now goes on.
(12) What A Pleasure (16/1 +60%)
What A Pleasure

16/1(+60%)
(12) What A Pleasure 16/1, Modest in bumpers but well beaten completed starts over hurdles, including on handicap debut at Exeter (18.5f, good to soft) when last seen 13 months ago. Can only be watched.
Tenth on handicap debut 13 months ago; absent sine.
(4) Sinurita (18/1 -50%)
Sinurita

18/1(-50%)
(4) Sinurita 18/1, Third of 4 finishers sole start in Irish points in October 2020 and showed more than previously under Rules after a wind operation when third in maiden hurdle at Ludlow (21.2f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Has since switched yards and she could have a say on handicap bow.
Ludlow mares' maiden third latest was a big step up; mark looks right on that evidence.
(9) Trickalight (18/1 +55%)
Trickalight

18/1(+55%)
(9) Trickalight 18/1, Successful between the flags in April 2021 but hurdles form is modest at best and she has been pulled up last 2 outings. Cheekpieces applied.
C&D maiden third in August 2021; pulled up last twice; cheekpieces need to inspire.
(10) Aviewofthestars (33/1 -136%)
Aviewofthestars

33/1(-136%)
(10) Aviewofthestars 33/1, Well held in novice/maiden hurdles this spring so lots more needed now switched to handicaps/upped in trip sporting first-time headgear.
Weakened in a point bumper and three 2m hurdles; may not be ready for 2m4f yet; hood on.
(11) Anne Bonny (50/1 -456%)
Anne Bonny

50/1(-456%)
(11) Anne Bonny 50/1, Underwent a breathing op after pulling up in a bumper and not little impact in a trio of maiden hurdles. Could prove a different proposition now handicapping upped in trip.
Gone wrong way in maiden hurdles; maybe one for 2m4f-plus in time; couldn't entertain yet.
LTO Selection:

20:10 Worcester Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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

SINURITA is having her first run in handicap company after outrunning her odds over 2m5f at Ludlow earlier this month, where she finished third of 11. This opening mark of 88 looks workable and this slight drop in trip looks likely to suit. The consistent Barely Famous is having her first run for Matt Sheppard and she is noted despite the absence, while Valentine Getaway should also be in the mix.

Several in with a squeak but a chance is taken on BLUE SANS, who endured a miserable 2022/23 campaign but can get back on track for her top yard arriving fit from points/having tumbled in the weights. Sinurita, Whenthepennydrops and Barely Famous are just a handful of possible dangers.

Previous C&D winner BLUE SANS (nap) shaped well when second in a point last month and she gets the nod over Sinurita.


20:15 Limerick NH Flat Race 16f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(5) Ivana (1.1/1 +12%)
Ivana

1.1/1(+12%)
(5) Ivana 1.1/1, No Risk At All mare. Top yard has outstanding bumper record. Likely to play a leading role, particularly if betting speaks in her favour.
First foal of a French hurdles winner; debutante of obvious interest from top yard.
(16) The Grey Dove (4.5/1 +0%)
The Grey Dove

4.5/1(+0%)
(16) The Grey Dove 4.5/1, Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. 11/2, second of 12 in bumper at Downpatrick (17.3f, soft), just failing. Off 12 months. Interesting on return for top yard.
Downpatrick second a year ago reappears ground quicker than she has encountered.
(1) Emer Elysees (6/1 +40%)
Emer Elysees

6/1(+40%)
(1) Emer Elysees 6/1, Promising type. Sixth of 17 in bumper at Cork (16f, good to soft, 16/5) on NH debut. Off 12 months. Likely to improve.
Beaten favourite at Cork a year ago and first start since so could have more to offer.
(13) One For Lucy (6/1 -50%)
One For Lucy

6/1(-50%)
(13) One For Lucy 6/1, Fair form when runner-up in 3 bumpers at the end of last summer. Should figure if ready to roll after a break.
Absent since September but runs well fresh and has her ground so another bold bid expected.
(9) Ma Bess (9/1 -20%)
Ma Bess

9/1(-20%)
(9) Ma Bess 9/1, Malinas mare. Dam unraced half-sister to bumper winner/fair hurdler/chaser (2¼m-25f winner) Rare Ouzel and 17f bumper winner Homebird. Successful sole start in points last month.
Dromahane mares' maiden point winner in April for Denis Wilson on soft; one to consider.
(6) Jekiki (10/1 -43%)
Jekiki

10/1(-43%)
(6) Jekiki 10/1, Soldier of Fortune mare. Half-sister to modest 19f hurdle winner Jelona. Newcomer to note in the betting.
Well-bred newcomer for whom market support likely significant.
(17) Juniper Hill (12/1 +52%)
Juniper Hill

12/1(+52%)
(17) Juniper Hill 12/1, €14,000 3-y-o, Affinisea filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including bumper winner/useful 3m hurdle winner Shantreusse and fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser Henry's Joy, stays 3m.
Half-sister to bumper winner Shantreusse worth a market check on debut.
(4) Iriskana (33/1 -32%)
Iriskana

33/1(-32%)
(4) Iriskana 33/1, Once-raced maiden. Ninth of 12 in bumper (11/1) at Tipperary (18f, soft) on NH debut 22 days ago, not ideally placed.
Well held on Rules debut in Tipperary pointers' bumper early this month.
(12) Noble Annys (33/1 +0%)
Noble Annys

33/1(+0%)
(12) Noble Annys 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, good fourth of 14 in bumper at Clonmel (16.2f, soft, 40/1) 15 days ago, better placed than most.
Mild promise twice in bumpers but plenty more likely required to feature here.
(7) Line In The Sand (40/1 -21%)
Line In The Sand

40/1(-21%)
(7) Line In The Sand 40/1, Shirocco mare. Wears tongue strap. Third on all 3 completed starts in points (latest May 7).
Twice-placed pointer more likely to need time to make her mark under Rules.
(3) Heidi's Frontiere (50/1 +24%)
Heidi's Frontiere

50/1(+24%)
(3) Heidi's Frontiere 50/1, Sans Frontieres mare. Dam placed in points. Refused early on point debut last month.
Refused early on point-to-point debut at Dromahane in April; best watched on Rules debut.
(14) Robin Des Boston (80/1 +20%)
Robin Des Boston

80/1(+20%)
(14) Robin Des Boston 80/1, Once-raced maiden. 125/1, twelfth of 16 in bumper at Punchestown (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 27 days ago.
Didn't count on last month's Punchestown debut when a 125-1 shot; best watched.
(8) Lodge Lucy (80/1 -60%)
Lodge Lucy

80/1(-60%)
(8) Lodge Lucy 80/1, Sans Frontieres mare. Dam unraced half-sister to fair hurdle winner/useful chaser (stayed 2½m) Boomshakalaka.
Dam half-sister to bumper winner Boomshakalaka; newcomer best watched.
(19) Lady Bluebird (100/1 +0%)
Lady Bluebird

100/1(+0%)
(19) Lady Bluebird 100/1, Retirement Plan mare. Dam unraced sister to temperamental but fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stays 2¾m) Goldencard. RESERVE.
Daughter of Retirement Plan an unlikely one to make an immediate impact; reserve.
(18) Onebrightbluerose (125/1 -25%)
Onebrightbluerose

125/1(-25%)
(18) Onebrightbluerose 125/1, Once-raced maiden. 100/1, eleventh of 15 in bumper at Killarney (17f, good to soft) on NH debut 12 days ago.
Never sighted on recent Killarney debut when well held; best watched.
(2) Gatewood Girl (150/1 +0%)
Gatewood Girl

150/1(+0%)
(2) Gatewood Girl 150/1, Once-raced maiden. 250/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (19f, good) on NH debut, pulled up before 4 out. Makes bumpers debut. First run for yard after leaving Gearoid Patrick Brouder.
Pulled up early on hurdles debut at Kilbeggan in September; can only be watched on return.
(10) Magical Lass (150/1 +0%)
Magical Lass

150/1(+0%)
(10) Magical Lass 150/1, Once-raced maiden. Eleventh of 13 in bumper (80/1) at Kilbeggan (15.1f, good) on NH debut. Off 13 months. First run for yard after leaving John J. Walsh.
Tailed off on Kilbeggan debut last month.
(11) Missus Beeton (150/1 +0%)
Missus Beeton

150/1(+0%)
(11) Missus Beeton 150/1, Once-raced maiden. 50/1, twelfth of 13 in bumper at Fairyhouse (16f, heavy) on NH debut 156 days ago.
Tailed off on Fairyhouse debut in December, can only be watched for now.
LTO Selection:

20:15 Limerick NH Flat Race 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

ONE FOR LUCY wouldn't be winning out of turn after a run of three consecutive runner-up finishes in bumpers. She enjoys better ground and that is what she should encounter on her seasonal reappearance. Willie Mullins takes the wraps off French-bred Ivana and she is an obvious danger in the hands of Patrick Mullins. Gordon Elliott's The Grey Dove was pipped by a head when last seen in Downpatrick. That race was over a year ago, though. Jessica Harrington's Jekiki is another newcomer to note. It is unlikely that third-reserve Littlebiggie will get a run, but she was very good in winning a Stradbally point-to-point by seven lengths.

The Willie Mullins-trained IVANA gets the nod to make a winning debut, with confidence in her chance increased should the betting vibes be strong. Reappearing pair One For Lucy and The Grey Dove have some fair form and might give her most to do.

Such is the strength of the yard's bumper team, IVANA could be up to make a winning debut, chiefly at the expense of One For Lucy


20:25 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 11 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
(2) Dancing Gypsy (2.25/1 +55%)
Dancing Gypsy

2.25/1(+55%)
(2) Dancing Gypsy 2.25/1, Still looking for first success but shaped well (on return from 3 months off) when third of 7 in handicap at Doncaster (11.9f, soft) last month. Failed to build on that at Haydock next time but worth another chance.
Not at best last time but that was only two weeks after reappearance; this is easier.
(6) Absolute Queen (4.5/1 +36%)
Absolute Queen

4.5/1(+36%)
(6) Absolute Queen 4.5/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, failed to improve after 4 months off when fourth of 6 in handicap at Yarmouth (10.1f, soft, 9/2) 31 days ago. Remains early days for her top yard.
Not far off pick of form on reappearance and is another to consider in an open event.
(7) Make A Prophet (6.5/1 +68%)
Make A Prophet

6.5/1(+68%)
(7) Make A Prophet 6.5/1, Arrives out of sorts, fifth of 9 in handicap (20/1) at Southwell (11.1f) 38 days ago. Tough to see him featuring.
0-15 on Flat but, although below best on AW of late, he has each-way claims back on turf.
(5) Ragosina (6.5/1 -117%)
Ragosina

6.5/1(-117%)
(5) Ragosina 6.5/1, Best effort when fifth of 8 in minor event (11/1) at Yarmouth (8f, soft). Off 7 months. Up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Should progress.
Steady progress in three runs last autumn and bred to stay; interesting on handicap debut.
(11) Final Chant (8/1 +20%)
Final Chant

8/1(+20%)
(11) Final Chant 8/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 100/1, eighth of 11 in minor event at Redcar (8f, soft) 46 days ago. Up in trip. Makes handicap debut.
No more than a hint of ability; good chance he'll stay this trip but needs to improve.
(10) Ski Jump (10/1 +29%)
Ski Jump

10/1(+29%)
(10) Ski Jump 10/1, Stayed the longer trip back in a handicap when third of 9 at Beverley (12.1f, good, 11/2) 10 days ago. Visor on 1st time and could well be in the shake-up
Has shown ability on both turf and AW; visor on and can't rule out back in distance.
(3) Butterfly Effect (10/1 -54%)
Butterfly Effect

10/1(-54%)
(3) Butterfly Effect 10/1, Blinkered for 1st time, again wasn't seen to best effect when sixth of 8 in handicap (4/1) at Lingfield (8f, AW) just over 3 weeks ago, not ideally placed. Back up in trip. She's capable but usually misses the break so is something of a hostage to fortune.
Has shown ability from 6f-1m2f on AW; should be suited by the return to 1m2f and claims.
(8) Limerick Bound (12/1 -33%)
Limerick Bound

12/1(-33%)
(8) Limerick Bound 12/1, Failed to repeat previous effort after 7 months off when ninth of 11 in maiden at Leicester (10f, heavy, 11/1) 27 days ago. Makes handicap debut.
Bogged down on soft on reappearance but claims if form of sole AW run can be built on.
(12) Cantalupo Bella (20/1 -25%)
Cantalupo Bella

20/1(-25%)
(12) Cantalupo Bella 20/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Resumed progress when third of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 20/1) 23 days ago, ideally needing stronger gallop. In the mix.
Ability on AW and may be suited by a sound surface back on turf; market to guide.
(1) A Shining Moon (25/1 +62%)
A Shining Moon

25/1(+62%)
(1) A Shining Moon 25/1, Produced another laboured effort when seventh of 10 in handicap at Thirsk (12f, heavy, 33/1) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time.
Regressive on Flat and, although down in the weights/trip/grade, there's plenty to prove.
(9) Eva Rosie (100/1 -203%)
Eva Rosie

100/1(-203%)
(9) Eva Rosie 100/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fourth of 5 in maiden (250/1) at Newcastle (10.2f) 24 days ago. Makes handicap debut.
Has shown ability on AW but handicapper hasn't taken any chances; turf/handicap debut.
LTO Selection:

20:25 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

In a modest looking affair, a tentative vote goes to BUTTERFLY EFFECT. George Scott's filly wasn't at her best when finishing sixth on the Lingfield all-weather earlier in the month, but her previous displays suggest that she has a race of this nature within her compass. Dancing Gypsy may appreciate the drop in distance from an extended 1m3f at Haydock and he warrants consideration, as does Ski Jump, who wasn't disgraced when placing at Beverley recently.

There was more than enough in DANCING GYPSY's penultimate run at Doncaster to think he's got a bigger performance in him at some stage so, provided he can leave a below-par effort behind earlier this month, John O'Shea's 3-y-o is put forward as the answer. Cantalupo Bella resumed her progress when third at Wolverhampton recently so she may emerge as the main danger, ahead of Absolute Queen and Butterfly Effect.

The step up to 1m2f and the step into handicaps should suit the newly gelded DIFFERENT TONE, who is open to plenty of improvement


20:30 Curragh Handicap 8f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(3) Facethepuckout (3/1 +50%)
Facethepuckout

3/1(+50%)
(3) Facethepuckout 3/1, Course winner. 13/2, good third of 13 in handicap at Naas (8f, good to firm) 5 days ago, faring best of those held up. Looks competitive on form.
Won twice towards end of last term; only beaten 1l latest and 1lb rise is fair.
(18) Akmaam (7.5/1 +58%)
Akmaam

7.5/1(+58%)
(18) Akmaam 7.5/1, Latest win at Dundalk in March. 14/1, creditable seventh of 25 in handicap at Cork (7f, good) 9 days ago, pushed along over 1f out and keeping on. Return to 1m a plus here.
Only beaten 2l when 7th last week; should relish return to 1m; on a good mark.
(2) Coeur D'or (10/1 +50%)
Coeur D'or

10/1(+50%)
(2) Coeur D'or 10/1, Improved for fitting of a tongue tie late last year, landing a Laytown maiden (7f) prior to finishing a solid third in big field C&D handicap on final start. Shaped a lot better than distance beaten suggests over hurdles thereafter and he may not have reached his limit in this sphere.
Laytown maiden winner; tailed off over timber when last seen; may need it softer.
(16) Eloquent Arthur (11/1 +39%)
Eloquent Arthur

11/1(+39%)
(16) Eloquent Arthur 11/1, Back to winning ways over 1m in August and ended last term in good form, fifth in 18-runner Leopardstown handicap (10f) on final start. Seemingly working his way back to form in pair of outings so far this campaign and not out of things from easing mark.
Better recent form has come over further on soft; below par in 2 runs this term.
(13) Jaafel (12/1 -20%)
Jaafel

12/1(-20%)
(13) Jaafel 12/1, Latest win at Dundalk in February. Respectable sixth of 18 in handicap at this course (7f, soft, 33/1) 25 days ago, left with lot to do. Not taken lightly.
Won 3 on AW in winter; hasn't replicated that on turf; return to quicker ground may help.
(7) My Minervina (12/1 +0%)
My Minervina

12/1(+0%)
(7) My Minervina 12/1, Fifth of 8 in handicap at Gowran (8f, soft, 11/2) 16 days ago. Blinkers back on. Others more persuasive.
Won 3 on turf for Jessica Harrington last term; possibly unsuited by soft at Gowran latest.
(22) Old Peculier (14/1 +13%)
Old Peculier

14/1(+13%)
(22) Old Peculier 14/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Very good fourth of 11 in maiden (10/1) at Killarney (8.1f, good to soft) 10 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Reserve 1.
0-4 but more promise last time and on a good mark for handicap debut; reserve.
(15) A Shin Undine (16/1 -14%)
A Shin Undine

16/1(-14%)
(15) A Shin Undine 16/1, Career best when winning 17-runner handicap (17/2) at Gowran (9.4f, soft) 16 days ago, just holding on. Cheekpieces back on.
Off the mark at 16th attempt but not sure to follow up over shorter on quicker ground.
(1) Benavente (16/1 +11%)
Benavente

16/1(+11%)
(1) Benavente 16/1, 7f winner who was in good form on AW earlier this year, again finding only one too good at Dundalk (7f) when last seen in March. However, his task is to back that up now returned to turf on back of 2 months off.
In good form on AW this year; fast ground on turf should be fine if fully tuned up.
(11) Helpmeout (16/1 +20%)
Helpmeout

16/1(+20%)
(11) Helpmeout 16/1, Enjoyed a productive 2022, doubling career tally over this trip at Leopardstown (1m) in July. Creditable fourth of 7 in handicap at Gowran (7f) on final start in August and not out of things on return to action now.
Won twice over 1m last summer but need career best on back of 268-day absence.
(14) Sirjack Thomas (16/1 +27%)
Sirjack Thomas

16/1(+27%)
(14) Sirjack Thomas 16/1, C&D winner. Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. 22/1, last of 11 in handicap at Cork (8f, soft) 21 days ago, never landing a blow. Others arrive with more pressing claims.
Losing run goes back to Galway 2021 win; form has dipped again of late; prefers soft.
(19) Extensio (18/1 +0%)
Extensio

18/1(+0%)
(19) Extensio 18/1, Course winner. 3/1, creditable second of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (12f) in November, needing stiffer test. This run may just bring him on following 6 months off.
In good form at the end of last season but he needs further than this.
(6) Giselles Ausie (18/1 +64%)
Giselles Ausie

18/1(+64%)
(6) Giselles Ausie 18/1, Exploits proved mixed in handful of starts last year but entitled to be sharper for reappearance run when eleventh in 13-runner Leopardstown handicap (10f) 7 days ago. Worth noting if the market speaks in her favour.
No wins since debut; slowly away on recent return; can't afford slow start over 1m.
(20) Secret Spy (20/1 -11%)
Secret Spy

20/1(-11%)
(20) Secret Spy 20/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Ninth of 11 in handicap (11/1) at Cork (8f, soft) 21 days ago, driven entering straight and never nearer. Still, it remains early days with him at least.
Didn't build on maiden promise in h'cap latest; may have found ground too testing.
(17) Monzoon (22/1 +33%)
Monzoon

22/1(+33%)
(17) Monzoon 22/1, C&D winner. Eleven runs since last win in 2021. 25/1, last of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (1m) in October, weakening quickly. However, he did run well on his respective return last season and the handicapper has afforded him a chance.
2nd on back of similar absence last term; this is tougher and last on AW when last seen.
(4) Giuseppe Cassioli (22/1 -389%)
Giuseppe Cassioli

22/1(-389%)
(4) Giuseppe Cassioli 22/1, 12/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, eleventh of 13 in handicap at Dundalk (8f). Off 7 months. First run for yard after leaving G. O'Leary.
3 wins have come on AW but showed he's as effective on turf last summer; gelded, new yard.
(10) Gradulations (22/1 +45%)
Gradulations

22/1(+45%)
(10) Gradulations 22/1, 5/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Sligo (10.4f, good to soft) 10 days ago, losing all chance at start. Back down in trip.
Sole win came in Sligo maiden over further and up against it over 1m on this ground.
(12) Relevant Range (25/1 -25%)
Relevant Range

25/1(-25%)
(12) Relevant Range 25/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. Didn't need to improve to win 11-runner maiden (10/3) at Dundalk (8f) 56 days ago, pushed out. More on his plate returned to handicaps but consistency ought to stand him in good stead.
Off the mark on AW latest and looks well treated back in h'cap; just as effective on turf.
(24) Darkdeserthighway (28/1 -75%)
Darkdeserthighway

28/1(-75%)
(24) Darkdeserthighway 28/1, Nineteenth of 25 in handicap (11/1) at Cork (7f, good) 9 days ago, never involved on the back of 5 months off. Refitting of blinkers may put an extra edge on him here if getting a run. Reserve 3.
Probably needed last week's return and would be a big player if she got a run; reserve.
(5) Dare To Flare (50/1 +0%)
Dare To Flare

50/1(+0%)
(5) Dare To Flare 50/1, Unreliable sort who finished last of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (10.7f) in December, somewhat typically very slowly away. Returns to action with yard in good form but he can ill afford a tardy start here.
Tailed off on AW when last seen; probably needs a bit further than this these days.
LTO Selection:

20:30 Curragh Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

In a competitive handicap A Shin Undine may prove popular after winning off a 7lb lower mark at Gowran Park. She can go well over this reduced trip, but preference is for FACETHEPUCKOUT, who was unlucky in running before coming home third at Naas and races off just a pound higher here. Others worthy of a place on the shortlist are Secret Spy and Helpmeout.

FACETHEPUCKOUT showed the benefit of his reappearance run and was arguably unlucky not to win when meeting interference at a crucial point when third at Naas (1m) 5 days ago and, unsurprisingly turned out quickly, he could well be up to making amends again partnered by Colin Keane. Dagoda remains a maiden but is knocking on the door and is feared, with Eloquent Arthur, Jaafel and Relevant Range others fancied to feature.

RELEVANT RANGE appears to be on a good mark back in a handicap and he's looked just as good on turf in the past


20:40 Worcester Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f - 11 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
(3) Boundsy Boy (3/1 +25%)
Boundsy Boy

3/1(+25%)
(3) Boundsy Boy 3/1, Winner at Huntingdon (15.8f) in February and ran to similar level when creditable fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, heavy,13/2) 20 days ago. Likely contender.
Has gone close on the Flat since breakthrough hurdle win in February; one to consider.
(2) Royal Max (4/1 -33%)
Royal Max

4/1(-33%)
(2) Royal Max 4/1, In top hands but hasn't achieved any better than modest form in 2 bumpers and a trio of hurdles. Still early days, though, and may do better now sent handicapping.
With a top stable and remains unexposed but needs to up his game on handicap debut.
(9) Bluebella (5/1 +75%)
Bluebella

5/1(+75%)
(9) Bluebella 5/1, No impact in 5 attempts over hurdles, including sent handicapping the last twice and returns to shorter trip now. Tongue strap on first time.
Not written off just yet, but has dropped out tamely in her first two handicaps.
(1) Bear A Hand (5/1 -43%)
Bear A Hand

5/1(-43%)
(1) Bear A Hand 5/1, Lightly-raced maiden who found some improvement when third of 10 on handicap hurdle debut at Uttoxeter (15.8f, heavy) 20 days ago. Entitled to build on that.
Made pretty good start to handicap career when placed at Uttoxeter three weeks ago.
(8) Nordy Lordy (6.5/1 +54%)
Nordy Lordy

6.5/1(+54%)
(8) Nordy Lordy 6.5/1, Winner of sole start between the flags and ran one of his better races in this sphere when fifth of 11 in handicap at Warwick (19f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Each-way player.
Ran fair bit better than 22l defeat might suggest last time and remains unexposed.
(6) Free Chakarte (10/1 +0%)
Free Chakarte

10/1(+0%)
(6) Free Chakarte 10/1, Fair on the Flat in France and scored on hurdles debut at Hexham in June. However, her form has tailed off and she has failed to complete on her last 3 starts. Blinkers now applied for first time.
Pulled up on her last three appearances; headgear switched today.
(7) Secret Potion (10/1 +38%)
Secret Potion

10/1(+38%)
(7) Secret Potion 10/1, Went close on the Flat in November but failed to trouble the judge in a couple of outings in this sphere since. Makes limited appeal.
Back over hurdles with two underwhelming runs towards end of last season.
(5) Luminaries (20/1 +39%)
Luminaries

20/1(+39%)
(5) Luminaries 20/1, Offered very little in 4 starts thus far, latest on handicap debut at Hereford in January, and is hard to recommend.
In rear throughout when 40-1 for handicap debut in January.
(12) Atlantic Breeze (40/1 -233%)
Atlantic Breeze

40/1(-233%)
(12) Atlantic Breeze 40/1, Superbly bred but not gone on from his Flat debut (trained in Ireland), showing little in 3 races over hurdles for Nigel Hawke. Goes handicapping from basement mark now (2 lb out of the weights).
Showed no significant promise last season but might get more competitive in handicaps.
(10) Ghyll Manor (40/1 -471%)
Ghyll Manor

40/1(-471%)
(10) Ghyll Manor 40/1, No show in 3 starts in juvenile hurdles late last year. Still, it wouldn't be the biggest of surprises were he to be seen in a better light now handicapping and market check advised.
Didn't show a great deal in three juvenile hurdles towards the end of last year.
(11) Beat The Storm (80/1 -142%)
Beat The Storm

80/1(-142%)
(11) Beat The Storm 80/1, Modest maiden on Flat for William Knight and offered nothing in a trio of hurdle runs for current yard in 2021-22. Back from 16-month absence and can only be watched on handicap debut. Cheekpieces on first time.
Struggled in three juvenile/maiden hurdles in 2021-22; handicap debut.
LTO Selection:

20:40 Worcester Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

The nod goes to BOUNDSY BOY, who finished fourth of 10 over 2m at Uttoxeter last time. Bear A Hand was in third on that occasion, but the form is likely to be reversed given Oliver Greenall and Josh Guerriero's runner is on better terms. That looks to be the form to concentrate on, although Royal Max commands respect on his handicap bow for powerful connections.

ROYAL MAX remains open to improvement and could be a different proposition now sent handicapping. He gets the nod. Bear A Hand and Boundsy Boy look the likeliest dangers.

The suggestion is NORDY LORDY, who ran well for a long way over 2m3f at Warwick recently and may benefit from this drop back in trip.


20:55 Pontefract Handicap (Class 4) 5f - 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
(2) Vince Lombardi (1/1 +9%)
Vince Lombardi

1/1(+9%)
(2) Vince Lombardi 1/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. 5/1, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 7 days ago, comfortably. Carries penalty. Has good chance on form.
Career-best effort at Hamilton last week; 2lb well in and should handle drop to 5f; claims.
(1) Ventura Express (3.5/1 +42%)
Ventura Express

3.5/1(+42%)
(1) Ventura Express 3.5/1, C&D winner. 25/1, bit below form eighth of 13 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 62 days ago. Others more persuasive.
2-8 over this C&D and should be suited by the return to 5f; interesting runner.
(5) Late Arrival (4/1 +11%)
Late Arrival

4/1(+11%)
(5) Late Arrival 4/1, Course winner. 12/1, creditable third of 16 in handicap at Haydock (6f, good to firm) on return 27 days ago.
Shaped well behind a subsequent winner on reappearance and should give a good account.
(3) Some Nightmare (10/1 +44%)
Some Nightmare

10/1(+44%)
(3) Some Nightmare 10/1, Well held last 2 starts 7 months apart, seventh of 8 in handicap at Windsor (5.1f, heavy) 32 days ago.
Multiple winner but well beaten on last two starts; enough to prove back on sound surface.
(4) Impeach (16/1 -146%)
Impeach

16/1(-146%)
(4) Impeach 16/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. 3/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 17 days ago, always behind after a slow start. Mark continues to slide.
Triple 6f AW winner early last year but not scored since; return to 5f not certain to suit.
(6) Ballintoy Harbour (16/1 -100%)
Ballintoy Harbour

16/1(-100%)
(6) Ballintoy Harbour 16/1, C&D winner. Improved on recent efforts to win 8-runner handicap (7/2) at Newcastle (5f), pushed out. Off 8 months. Not sure to be in same form.
Dual turf/dual AW winner; off since September but has gone well fresh, can't rule out.
LTO Selection:

20:55 Pontefract Handicap (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow

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

VINCE LOMBARDI won in smooth fashion at Hamilton on Friday and a 5lb penalty on this quick turnout may not be enough to stop him from completing a double. The fact that Grant Tuer's four-year-old has yet to triumph over 5f will give hope to C&D scorer Ventura Express, who is now 1lb lower than his last winning mark, although Late Arrival may emerge as the chief threat judged on his returning third at Haydock last month.

VINCE LOMBARDI produced a career best to resume winning ways in comfortable fashion at Hamilton last week so is taken to defy a penalty. Impeach is in better form than her recent form figures suggest and is feared most from a sliding mark.

This looks between in-form pair VINCE LOMBARDI and Late Arrival with preference for the former, who is 2lb well in under a penalty.


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