Tomform Sunday 7th May 2023

There were 23 Races on Sunday 7th May 2023 across 3 meetings. There was 8 races at Leopardstown, 7 races at Hamilton, 8 races at Newmarket, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Sunday 7th May 2023

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

13:05 Leopardstown Maiden 7f - 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
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1st (7) Sharlouk (1.2/1 +85%)
Sharlouk

1.2/1(+85%)
(7) Sharlouk 1.2/1, Promising individual. 8/1, fourth of 14 in maiden at this course (8f, heavy) 32 days ago. Stable in good form. Likely to improve.
Both runs here over 1m, finishing midfield on debut and then an improved fourth of 14..
2
2nd (8) Subzero (2/1 +56%)
Subzero

2/1(+56%)
(8) Subzero 2/1, Promising individual. Fourth of 11 in maiden (2/1) at Gowran (7f, good) on debut, not knocked about. Off 8 months. Yard in good form. Blinkered for 1st time. Should have more to offer.
Only fourth at Gowran (RPR 77) last season and headgear turned to for reappearance..
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3rd (13) Mimosa Park (150/1 -500%)
Mimosa Park

150/1(-500%)
(13) Mimosa Park 150/1, Once-raced filly. Thirteenth of 18 in maiden at the Curragh (6f, heavy, 50/1) on debut 21 days ago, not much room. Up in trip.
Nothing went right on Curragh debut but was 50-1 and is best watched for now..
4
4th (3) Hero Blues (22/1 +33%)
Hero Blues

22/1(+33%)
(3) Hero Blues 22/1, Once-raced gelding. Eighth of 12 in maiden (25/1) at Dundalk (8f) on debut 23 days ago, missing break.
25-1 and the yard's second string when down the field over 1m at Dundalk..
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5th (9) Torivega (5.5/1 +50%)
Torivega

5.5/1(+50%)
(9) Torivega 5.5/1, Once-raced colt. Sixth of 10 in maiden (18/1) at the Curragh (6f, good to soft) on debut. Off 7 months. Up in trip.
Has an Irish 2,000 Guineas entry but that looks fanciful on his debut effort..
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6th (14) Trishuli River (66/1 +34%)
Trishuli River

66/1(+34%)
(14) Trishuli River 66/1, Poet's Word filly. Dam, maiden (stayed 1m), out of unraced sister to high-class winner up to 1½m Imperial Stride and very smart winner up to 13f High Pitched.
Son of Poet's Word out of a five-race maiden who showed ability at up to 1m2f..
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7th (4) Mobilise (50/1 -100%)
Mobilise

50/1(-100%)
(4) Mobilise 50/1, Once-raced gelding. Thirteenth of 14 in maiden (10/3) at Down Royal (7f, good to soft) on debut, missing break. Off 10 months.
Probably best to put a line through his Dundalk debut as he got upset in the stalls..
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8th (12) Many Tears (11/1 -69%)
Many Tears

11/1(-69%)
(12) Many Tears 11/1, 115,000 gns yearling, Showcasing filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including winner up to 1¼m Bell'imbusto and 7f winner Intello Kiss, both useful in Italy. Wears tongue strap. Interesting newcomer.
115,000gns yearling; market useful on debut with trainer running three..
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9th (5) National Question (200/1 -33%)
National Question

200/1(-33%)
(5) National Question 200/1, Twice-raced gelding. 80/1, tenth of 12 in maiden at Tipperary (5f, good to soft) 17 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Significantly up in trip. Work to do.
Uncompetitive in 5f maidens at Cork and Tipperary; outclassed in a maiden of this stature..
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10th (1) Surviving Murmansk (150/1 -50%)
Surviving Murmansk

150/1(-50%)
(1) Surviving Murmansk 150/1, Fair gelding. Remains a maiden after 15 Flat runs. Bit below form sixth of 18 in maiden at the Curragh (6f, heavy, 150/1) 21 days ago. Back up in trip. Up against it.
16-race maiden under both codes and makes no appeal in a race of this nature..
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11th (10) Cholita (66/1 -65%)
Cholita

66/1(-65%)
(10) Cholita 66/1, Twice-raced filly. 10/1, eighth of 12 in maiden at Tipperary (5f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Makes limited appeal.
Comfortably held at Dundalk and Tipperary; very opposable against the best of these..
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12th (2) Famous Enough (150/1 +25%)
Famous Enough

150/1(+25%)
(2) Famous Enough 150/1, Twice-raced gelding. 100/1, twelfth of 15 in maiden at Gowran (7f, good to soft) 4 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Hard to fancy.
Beaten 8l and 10l in two 7f Gowran maidens so he has ability; still won't be winning this..
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13th (6) Prove It (10/1 +17%)
Prove It

10/1(+17%)
(6) Prove It 10/1, Twice-raced colt. Ninth of 15 in maiden at Cork (8f, good to soft, 7/1) 16 days ago, unsuited by step up in trip. Others preferred.
Can win races at some stage but this is unlikely to be one of them..
LTO Selection:

13:05 Leopardstown Maiden 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

1st: 0.8/1 (11) ETERNAL SILENCE 2nd: 8/1 (7) SHARLOUK 3rd: 4.5/1 (8) SUBZERO

The 102-rated ETERNAL SILENCE sets a high standard here and should make a winning return. The War Front filly was highly tried last season after her initial outing in a maiden, finishing third in Group 3 company at the Curragh before ending her campaign with an excellent effort to fill the same place in the Moyglare Stud Stakes behind Tahiyra and Meditate. That Group 1 placed form sets her apart now back in maiden company. The Ballydoyle colt Subzero could be the one to give her most to do. The son of Galileo shaped with promise when fourth in a Gowran maiden on his sole start last August and that form has worked out well since. Ger Lyons runs three in this and Colin Keane sides with the newcomer Many Tears. Money for the Showcasing filly would be interesting.

ETERNAL SILENCE acquitted herself really well in Group 1 company on her final start last term and should prove hard to beat in the opener. Subzero and Sharlouk rate the principal dangers.

This is all about the Moyglare third ETERNAL SILENCE, with whom Jessica Harrington is targeting the Irish 1,000 Guineas.


13:15 Newmarket Group 3 (Class 1) 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 (2) Adayar (0.83/1 +34%)
Adayar

0.83/1(+34%)
(2) Adayar 0.83/1, Derby and King George winner in 2021 who was seen just twice in the autumn, taking a small-field Doncaster event and proving he retains all his ability when second to Bay Bridge in the Champion at Ascot. Sets a lofty standard if ready to go and could be set for another big year.
Won the Derby and King George as a 3yo; close second in last year's Champion Stakes.
2
2nd (1) Anmaat (2.25/1 +25%)
Anmaat

2.25/1(+25%)
(1) Anmaat 2.25/1, Enjoyed a perfect campaign last year, winning the ultra-competitive John Smith's Cup handicap at York, Haydock Group 3 and the Group 2 Prix Dollar at Longchamp. Good record fresh but he'll do well to concede 5 lb to an on-song Adayar.
Progressive gelding; 3-3 last term, latest success in Longchamp Group 2; respected.
3
3rd (4) Highland Avenue (11/1 +61%)
Highland Avenue

11/1(+61%)
(4) Highland Avenue 11/1, Progressive 3-y-o who won his first 3 starts in 2021. Hasn't really fired since and has a 14-month absence to overcome.
Useful on his day but not in the same league as stablemate Adayar.
4
4th (6) Regal Reality (22/1 -83%)
Regal Reality

22/1(-83%)
(6) Regal Reality 22/1, Hasn't enjoyed as much success as one with his talents perhaps should have done and his Winter Hill victory at Windsor last summer was very much a standout effort in 2022. Work to do on return.
Four-time winner at this level but he's an 8yo now and this looks a difficult task.
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5th (5) Migration (8/1 +0%)
Migration

8/1(+0%)
(5) Migration 8/1, Recorded a very smart weight carrying performance when seeing off 21 rivals in the Lincoln at Doncaster (1m) on his reappearance. That effort suggests he can be a major player at Group level and he might have a fitness edge on some of these.
Defied top weight in Lincoln; 2-2 on heavy; well worth a crack at Group level.
LTO Selection:

13:15 Newmarket Group 3 (Class 1) 10f Race Class Flow

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

1st: 1.25/1 (2) ADAYAR 2nd: 3/1 (1) ANMAAT 3rd: 8/1 (5) MIGRATION

Anmaat struck by a head in the Prix Dollar at Longchamp when last seen in October to make it five wins out of his last six starts, which shows his rapid rise in the ranks and he is highly likely to be on the premises here. However, FRANCESCO CLEMENTE just shades the vote, as he was a mightily impressive when scoring by nine lengths on his handicap debut at short odds on the July Course here last summer and is the type his stable do very well with. Therefore, he is fancied to find the improvement needed to strike. Derby hero Adayar is a top-class performer and holds an obvious chance.

ADAYAR looks set for a big year and can make a successful return. Anmaat must concede 5 lb to Charlie Appleby's high-class horse but did nothing but improve last term and has won first time up for the last 2 seasons. The unbeaten Francesco Clemente looks exciting and could make his presence felt.

High-class ADAYAR sets the standard. Progressive Anmaat and interesting Francesco Clemente are feared most.


13:30 Hamilton Handicap (Class 5) 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 (3) Refuge (7/1 -27%)
Refuge

7/1(-27%)
(3) Refuge 7/1, 3-time C&D winner but yet to hit top form this term, only fifth of 10 in handicap at Pontefract (5f, good to soft) 13 days ago. More is needed.
Triple C&D winner in 2022; returned with two respectable runs last month; considered.
2
2nd (4) Gustav Graves (3/1 +0%)
Gustav Graves

3/1(+0%)
(4) Gustav Graves 3/1, Arrives in good nick, third of 5 in handicap at Yarmouth (5.2f, soft, 15/8) 12 days ago. One for the shortlist.
Got back in the groove with three good runs last month; major player again here.
3
3rd (1) Burj Malinka (1.75/1 +13%)
Burj Malinka

1.75/1(+13%)
(1) Burj Malinka 1.75/1, C&D winner who wasn't seen to best effect (pestered for lead) when sixth of 15 in handicap at Ripon (6f, soft) 17 days ago. Expected to be bang there off a still handy-looking mark.
Dual C&D winner in 2022 and had made pretty solid start to this campaign elsewhere.
4
4th (2) Rory (2.5/1 +0%)
Rory

2.5/1(+0%)
(2) Rory 2.5/1, C&D winner. Creditable sixth of 16 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, soft, 17/2) 29 days ago. Can give a good account.
Admirably consistent since C&D win just under a year ago; respected.
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5th (6) Sharrabang (12/1 +33%)
Sharrabang

12/1(+33%)
(6) Sharrabang 12/1, It's now nineteen runs since his last win in 2021 and he came in only sixth of 7 in minor event (11/2) at Southwell (6.1f) 52 days ago. Others appeal more.
Safely held in basement-grade AW race on only start this year; difficult to enthuse over.
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6th (5) Burtonlodge Beauty (28/1 +0%)
Burtonlodge Beauty

28/1(+0%)
(5) Burtonlodge Beauty 28/1, C&D winner. Only tenth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 50/1) 93 days so she has a bit to prove now.
Soundly beaten on both AW starts this year but her win was gained over C&D on soft ground.
LTO Selection:

13:30 Hamilton Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Based on the summary, it is difficult to confidently predict a clear winner. However, 2/1 (1) BURJ MALINKA and 3/1 (4) GUSTAV GRAVES appear to be strong contenders based on their recent form. 2.5/1 (2) RORY could also potentially finish in the top three based on their consistent record. Therefore, the predicted order of finish would be 1) 2/1 (1) BURJ MALINKA, 2) 3/1 (4) GUSTAV GRAVES, 3) 2.5/1 (2) RORY.

BURJ MALINKA won this last season off a mark 6lb lower and, although he has to give weight away all round, this does look a slightly weaker renewal. Refuge would be interesting if he can bounce back to his best and may be a serious rival as he starts to slip down the handicap. That said, Gustav Graves may be the bigger danger after being beaten less than a length at Yarmouth last month.

BURJ MALINKA could get his own way in front so this C&D scorer is fancied to resume winning ways at the chief expense of fellow C&D winner Rory. In-form Gustav Graves appeals as the pick of the remainder for place purposes.

Rory is unlikely to go down without a fight but GUSTAV GRAVES has been knocking on the door in recent weeks and gets the nod.


13:40 Leopardstown Maiden 12f - 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 (10) Azazat (0.67/1 +51%)
Azazat

0.67/1(+51%)
(10) Azazat 0.67/1, Promising sort. Evens, third of 10 in maiden at this course (10f, heavy) 32 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Holds Group-race entries and she's the one to beat.
Just about sets the standard on initial efforts and should have better days ahead of her..
2
2nd (4) Queenstown (18/1 -177%)
Queenstown

18/1(-177%)
(4) Queenstown 18/1, Once-raced colt. Second of 3 in maiden at Navan (13f, heavy, 8/13) on debut 15 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time and can be expected to raise his game.
Beaten in a three-runner maiden at Navan and blinkers are soon turned to..
3
3rd (6) St Vincents Garden (8/1 +11%)
St Vincents Garden

8/1(+11%)
(6) St Vincents Garden 8/1, 250,000 gns yearling, Camelot colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 1¾m-17f winner Monas Melody and 2-y-o 1m winner Connaught Ranger. Likely type on paper and one to note in the betting.
250,000gns yearling; very interesting newcomer who needs checking in the betting..
4
4th (1) Deakin (7/1 +30%)
Deakin

7/1(+30%)
(1) Deakin 7/1, Twice-raced colt. 9/4 and tongue strap on for 1st time, sixth of 12 in maiden at the Curragh (10f, heavy) 21 days ago. Yard also saddles newcomer St Vincents Garden.
Ran a long way beneath market expectations in a first-time tongue-tie at the Curragh..
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5th (3) Milwaukee (4/1 -45%)
Milwaukee

4/1(-45%)
(3) Milwaukee 4/1, Once-raced colt. Fourth of 15 in maiden (16/5) at the Curragh (9f, soft) on sole 2-y-o start. Significantly up in trip and claims for top yard (also represented by Queenstown) that has won 6 of the last 7 renewals of this maiden.
Only 4th on debut but his trainer reckons he's Group or Listed class..
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6th (11) Youcrackmeup (80/1 -142%)
Youcrackmeup

80/1(-142%)
(11) Youcrackmeup 80/1, Once-raced filly. 11/2, eleventh of 15 in maiden at Gowran (9.6f, heavy) on debut 19 days ago. Up in trip and cheekpieces on for 1st time. Likely to improve with that experience to draw upon.
Finished down the field at Gowran and that was disappointing given she was only 11-2..
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7th (7) Teorie (14/1 +36%)
Teorie

14/1(+36%)
(7) Teorie 14/1, Teofilo colt. Brother to 1½m winner Theodulus. Dam, maiden (stayed 7f), half-sister to useful winner up to 10.7f Theobald (by Teofilo). Market should point the way.
Market can guide as to expectations but he'll need to be smart to win this first time out..
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8th (5) Serotonin (125/1 -25%)
Serotonin

125/1(-25%)
(5) Serotonin 125/1, Thrice-raced gelding. Fifth of 12 in maiden (150/1) at the Curragh (10f, heavy) 21 days ago. Hard to warm to.
A little better for blinkers the last twice (1m2f) but makes no appeal in this company..
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9th (9) Tom The Second (28/1 -40%)
Tom The Second

28/1(-40%)
(9) Tom The Second 28/1, Once-raced colt. 20/1, sixth of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (10.7f) on debut 37 days ago, not knocked about. Likely to do better in time.
20-1 when sixth of 14 at Dundalk and will need to improve plenty on that form..
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10th (8) Teton Sioux (150/1 -50%)
Teton Sioux

150/1(-50%)
(8) Teton Sioux 150/1, Once-raced colt. 28/1, ninth of 14 in maiden at this course (8f, heavy) on debut 32 days ago. Significantly up in trip.
Did hold an Irish 2,000 Guineas entry but not now after finishing tailed off over 1m here..
LTO Selection:

13:40 Leopardstown Maiden 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Based on the summary, the horses that are most likely to finish in the top 3 are: 1st: 22/1 (2) GOLDEN TEMPLE - has performed well against Group-placed horses and is lightly raced. 2nd: 1.38/1 (10) AZAZAT - has set the standard in initial efforts and expected to do better. 3rd: 6.5/1 (4) QUEENSTOWN - has shown improvement in a recent race and has blinkers on for the first time.

AZAZAT was beaten at a short price on her return here last month and may be able to step forward and open her account now. The Camelot filly had been a promising second on her sole start last year and went to post even-money on her comeback run. She had to settle for third behind front-runner Savethelastdance then but it looked a strong maiden and the runner-up Boogie Woogie has franked the form since. Aidan O'Brien saddles two in this and Queenstown looks the pick of them. He was green when turned over at a short price on his debut at Navan in a three-runner contest and should improve from that experience. His stablemate Milwaukee showed promise when fourth on his sole outing last term and the Justify colt is another potential improver.

Likely to come on for her reappearance spin here last month, AZAZAT looks the way to go. She is a half-sister to a winner over this trip, the step up to which promises to help unlock improvement, and she is evidently held in high regard (holds fancy entries). The Aidan O'Brien yard has farmed this maiden in recent years and the Ballydoyle representatives this time round, Milwaukee and Queenstown, rate the main dangers (in that order of preference).

This might not be that strong a maiden and AZAZAT - who has Group 1 entries - must have every chance of getting off the mark.


13:50 Newmarket Handicap (Class 2) 14f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (8) HMS President (7/1 +18%)
HMS President

7/1(+18%)
(8) HMS President 7/1, 28/1, first run since leaving Eve Johnson Houghton when good second of 13 in handicap at Kempton (11f) 27 days ago. Well respected.
Mostly highly competitive last term and made a cracking start for new yard four weeks ago.
2
2nd (10) Adjuvant (7.5/1 +17%)
Adjuvant

7.5/1(+17%)
(10) Adjuvant 7.5/1, Dual 2-y-o winner who benefited from step up to 1½m when striking here in July. Not at best at York when last seen but looks the type to make a better 4yo.
Raised his game when upped to 1m4f then 1m6f last summer, but all on good or good to firm.
2
2nd (15) Torcello (14/1 +0%)
Torcello

14/1(+0%)
(15) Torcello 14/1, Responded well to blinkers at the end of last season, winning here in October. Not ideally placed on return but more required if he's to defy current mark.
Hit form from the front with blinkers on final two runs last term; disappointing on return.
4
4th (19) Geremia (28/1 +0%)
Geremia

28/1(+0%)
(19) Geremia 28/1, Unreliable sort. Has gone a long time without a win and, while he performed respectably when third at Newcastle last time, others make more appeal.
Down the weights but this is a tough race in which to break his losing sequence.
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5th (18) Single (22/1 +56%)
Single

22/1(+56%)
(18) Single 22/1, 80/1, 18¾ lengths tenth of 15 to Perfect Alibi in listed race at Yarmouth (14.1f, good to soft). Off 6 months. Others make more appeal.
Usually runs with credit but her strike-rate suggests she is not the percentage call.
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6th (5) Solent Gateway (50/1 -79%)
Solent Gateway

50/1(-79%)
(5) Solent Gateway 50/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in January. Has remained in form since, racing closer to the pace than ideal when seventh at Newcastle last time. Not completely dismissed.
Raised his game last term and has already done so over 2m+ on AW this year.
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7th (14) Legendary Day (12/1 +25%)
Legendary Day

12/1(+25%)
(14) Legendary Day 12/1, Enhanced a reasonable strike rate on the Flat when landing a Ripon handicap last week and merits respect under a penalty.
Only once out of the first two in his eight races for new yard, winning four; has penalty.
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8th (16) First Emperor (25/1 -25%)
First Emperor

25/1(-25%)
(16) First Emperor 25/1, Latest win at Kempton in January. 28/1, creditable third of 14 in handicap at Lingfield (15.8f, AW) 30 days ago, running on. Likely to give another good account.
Has clocked up a fine sequence for new yard over 2m on AW from January onwards.
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9th (11) Duke Of Verona (12/1 +33%)
Duke Of Verona

12/1(+33%)
(11) Duke Of Verona 12/1, Capitalised on reduced mark when winning 7-runner handicap at Leicester (11.8f, heavy) 23 days ago. Carries penalty. This looks much tougher.
Has 5lb penalty but tends not to win by far and should be suited by step back up in trip.
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10th (2) Berkshire Rocco (5/1 +55%)
Berkshire Rocco

5/1(+55%)
(2) Berkshire Rocco 5/1, Useful sort who scored at Southwell in January and has shaped as if still in form since, so very much a player.
Disappointing when 5-4 at Newcastle latest; perhaps return to turf will spark something.
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11th (3) Cemhaan (5.5/1 +15%)
Cemhaan

5.5/1(+15%)
(3) Cemhaan 5.5/1, Hit the ground running last spring with a brace of wins. Added to his tally in August and easily excused his final outing of last season on very testing ground. One to consider.
This race was one of three wins last year; has had wind surgery; stable in fine form.
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12th (17) Sarsons Risk (10/1 +50%)
Sarsons Risk

10/1(+50%)
(17) Sarsons Risk 10/1, Fairly useful form on the Flat and fair form at best over hurdles. Disappointing in Anniversary Hurdle at Aintree last time but more realistic claims back on the level in this company.
Something to prove on softer than good; needs to resume his 2022 Flat headway at 1m4f.
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13th (12) Firstman (8/1 -14%)
Firstman

8/1(-14%)
(12) Firstman 8/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. Third of 15 in handicap hurdle (10/3) at Leopardstown (16f, good to soft) 62 days ago. Was shaping up well when last seen on the Flat and makes plenty of appeal.
Improved from September onwards, on turf initially and later over 1m4f/2m on Dundalk AW.
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14th (6) Duty Of Care (28/1 -40%)
Duty Of Care

28/1(-40%)
(6) Duty Of Care 28/1, Latest win at Kempton in March. 9/2, creditable second of 6 in handicap at Kempton (16f) 36 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Likely to give another good account.
Has done well over 2m on Kempton AW last three outings; now tongue tied first time.
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15th (4) Nolton Cross (40/1 -122%)
Nolton Cross

40/1(-122%)
(4) Nolton Cross 40/1, Likeable type who scored at Wolverhampton but came up short in a minor event at Newcastle last time. Others preferred.
Latest start suggests this trip should be fine; turf mark has risen in tandem with AW form.
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|PU| (13) Halic (8.5/1 +23%)
Halic

8.5/1(+23%)
(13) Halic 8.5/1, Progressive sort who scored again at Chelmsford in February and put up a solid showing when second at Lingfield last time. Should give another good account.
Lightly raced; nearly won all three handicaps (1m4f, 1m5f and 2m); unraced on turf.
LTO Selection:

13:50 Newmarket Handicap (Class 2) 14f Race Class Flow

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

1st: 11/1 (13) HALIC 2nd: 7/1 (12) FIRSTMAN 3rd: 11/1 (2) BERKSHIRE ROCCO

Cemhaan is rated 9lb higher than when winning this race last year and is of interest after undergoing a wind operation since finishing down the field at Doncaster on his last start, but preference is still for DUTY OF CARE, who has been in fine form on the all-weather. He ran well when second behind Bandinelli at Kempton last month and he goes off only 1lb higher in a first-time tongue-tie, so he could go close at a price. Halic, Roberto Escobarr and Firstman are others to consider.

A tricky big-field handicap in which FIRSTMAN gets the marginal vote ahead of Halic, who arrives in excellent form from the AW. Cemhaan is the pick of the remainder if he's tuned up.

From an in-form stable, CEMHAAN won this race 12 months ago and he looks very good on his day. Duke Of Verona is feared most.


14:05 Hamilton Handicap (Class 3) 13f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Postileo (6/1 -50%)
Postileo

6/1(-50%)
(2) Postileo 6/1, Steadily progressive sort who was last seen landing a Doncaster handicap 18 months ago. Interesting that top connections have persevered with him.
Looked a promising stayer but been off 562 days; top yard persists with him; watch market.
2
2nd (5) Faylaq (7.5/1 +25%)
Faylaq

7.5/1(+25%)
(5) Faylaq 7.5/1, Losing run stretches back to 2019 and wasn't at his best when down the field at Doncaster 6 months ago. New yard.
Losing run up to 20 and makes stable debut after six months off; may come on for it.
3
3rd (3) Good Show (5/1 +9%)
Good Show

5/1(+9%)
(3) Good Show 5/1, Course winner. 9/2, tenth of 14 in handicap at Musselburgh (14f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Booking of Tudhope a plus. Still unexposed and, while he wasn't at his best on return, he should be better for the run.
No impact when favourite for Musselburgh return, but retains potential after four starts.
4
4th (7) Zimmerman (4.5/1 +10%)
Zimmerman

4.5/1(+10%)
(7) Zimmerman 4.5/1, Likeable type who arrives on the back of a good second at Thirsk. Likely to be involved again.
Three wins last year and second on his Thirsk return; return to further is in his favour.
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5th (8) Pons Aelius (6/1 +8%)
Pons Aelius

6/1(+8%)
(8) Pons Aelius 6/1, Successful 4 times during a busy 2022, culminating in success in London Stayers' Final at Kempton (2m) in December. Solid return to the Flat when third at Ripon last week and every reason to think he'll be on the premises again.
Close third at Ripon last time; player provided shorter trip doesn't catch him out.
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6th (9) Haizoom (7/1 +13%)
Haizoom

7/1(+13%)
(9) Haizoom 7/1, Creditable effort fourth at Thirsk last time. Should strip fitter for that and well capable of making an impact from this mark if on her game.
C&D winner who wasn't far behind Zimmerman on her Thirsk return; one to consider.
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7th (10) Bringbackmemories (40/1 -21%)
Bringbackmemories

40/1(-21%)
(10) Bringbackmemories 40/1, Fairly useful sort who shaped as if he'd come on for reappearance when down the field at Ripon. Tongue tied now but has a bit to prove.
Sole win came over hurdles and well behind Pons Aelius at Ripon last time; tongue-tie on.
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8th (1) Wickywickywheels (9/1 +0%)
Wickywickywheels

9/1(+0%)
(1) Wickywickywheels 9/1, Has an excellent course record and, while she was below form when last seen, she's worth a market check down in grade.
Five wins here last year but 11lb higher than for the latest; requires another career-best.
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9th (6) Dubai Leader (8.5/1 +23%)
Dubai Leader

8.5/1(+23%)
(6) Dubai Leader 8.5/1, Last tasted success at Kempton in November. Not completely disgraced when eighth at Kempton a couple of months ago and likely to strip fitter for it.
Lightly raced 4yo who did too much early on his Kempton return; may come on from that.
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10th (4) El Picador (25/1 -108%)
El Picador

25/1(-108%)
(4) El Picador 25/1, Course winner who is consistent in the main but underperformed on final outing of last campaign 7 months ago. Likely to need the run.
May be sharper for this first run in eight months; all Flat wins on good/good to firm.
LTO Selection:

14:05 Hamilton Handicap (Class 3) 13f Race Class Flow

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

1st: 5/1 (7) ZIMMERMAN 2nd: 6.5/1 (8) PONS AELIUS 3rd: 8/1 (9) HAIZOOM

Zimmerman ran well over shorter on his return and will be much better suited by this trip with that run under his belt, while Haizoom won over C&D in May last year off a mark of 76 and is only rated 1lb higher now. Both can go well, but WICKYWICKYWHEELS drops in class and may well find a good deal more now.

POSTILEO was on the up when last seen 18 months ago and it's significant that top connections have bided their time with him, so he's marginally preferred to Zimmerman, who can be relied upon to give his running. Pons Aelius is another one to consider.

The vote goes to ZIMMERMAN (nap) who made a promising return when second at Thirsk last month and should appreciate the longer trip.


14:15 Leopardstown Group 3 8f - 11 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 (11) Zarinsk (5.5/1 -38%)
Zarinsk

5.5/1(-38%)
(11) Zarinsk 5.5/1, Lightly-raced winner. 11/2, creditable 5 lengths third of 10 to Never Ending Story in 1000 Guineas Trial at this course (7.1f, heavy) 35 days ago. Should be in the mix if coping with this step up to a mile.
7f Listed course winner on soft, should go close with normal progress from seasonal debut.
2
2nd (9) Tarawa (7.5/1 -7%)
Tarawa

7.5/1(-7%)
(9) Tarawa 7.5/1, Twice-raced winner. Won 13-runner maiden (5/2) at this course (7f, soft) when last seen in October, doing better ridden with more restraint. Unexposed and open to improvement, this filly, who holds Group 1 entries, needs considering.
Handled soft when a course maiden winner but may be more effective when the going improves.
3
3rd (2) Aspen Grove (25/1 -150%)
Aspen Grove

25/1(-150%)
(2) Aspen Grove 25/1, Fairly useful filly. 7 lengths seventh of 12 to Blue Rose Cen in Prix Marcel Boussac (35/1) at Longchamp (8f, soft), merely passing beaten rivals. Off 7 months and likely to find a few too good.
Sprang 66-1 surprise in a Curragh Group 3 event, final 2022 run was in Prix Marcel Boussac.
4
4th (1) American Sonja (2/1 +33%)
American Sonja

2/1(+33%)
(1) American Sonja 2/1, Promising type. Career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Gowran (7f, soft, 11/8) 18 days ago, forging clear. Looks a pattern-class filly in the making and a bold show is on the cards.
Started the season with a convincing handicap success, appeals as a progressive filly.
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5th (4) Comhra (22/1 -10%)
Comhra

22/1(-10%)
(4) Comhra 22/1, Fairly useful filly. 16/1, respectable 5¾ lengths sixth of 10 to Insinuendo in Park Express Stakes at the Curragh (8f, heavy) 43 days ago. Others make more appeal for win purposes.
Juvenile form featured a second behind the top-class Meditate over 6f, others preferred.
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6th (5) Curvature (5/1 +72%)
Curvature

5/1(+72%)
(5) Curvature 5/1, Thrice-raced winner. Won 10-runner heavy-ground C&D maiden (5/1) 35 days ago, keeping on well. Probably capable of better still but likely biting off more than she can chew upped in class here.
C&D maiden winner on heavy ground, official rating of 92 indicates she needs to find more.
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7th (3) Clounmacon (9/1 +55%)
Clounmacon

9/1(+55%)
(3) Clounmacon 9/1, Lightly-raced winner. Career best when winning 14-runner maiden (6/4) at Dundalk (7f) 23 days ago, readily. This is a significantly tougher assignment.
Best form in defeat behind the top-class Victoria Road, may be vulnerable at this level.
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8th (8) Nightcliff (25/1 -25%)
Nightcliff

25/1(-25%)
(8) Nightcliff 25/1, Lightly-raced winner. Successful at the Curragh in October. 15/2, 6½ lengths fifth of 7 to Goldana in Gladness Stakes at the Curragh (7f, heavy) 21 days ago. Each-way squeak.
Very useful filly from a small stable, has held her own in two Group 3 attempts this term.
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9th (7) Delightful (25/1 -25%)
Delightful

25/1(-25%)
(7) Delightful 25/1, Fairly useful filly. Winner here in October. 9¾ lengths last of 7 to Jannah Rose in Prix Vanteaux (83/10) at Longchamp (9f, good to firm) 28 days ago. Dame Kiri is presumably the stable No 1.
Course 7f nursery winner, no clear sign that she has trained on judging by two runs so far.
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10th (6) Dame Kiri (9/1 +10%)
Dame Kiri

9/1(+10%)
(6) Dame Kiri 9/1, Lightly-raced winner. 9/1, 5½ lengths seventh of 10 to Never Ending Story in 1000 Guineas Trial at Leopardstown (7.1f, heavy) 35 days ago. Yard also saddles Delightful.
Fourth behind Aspen Grove before 6f Naas maiden win, needs to improve from seasonal debut.
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11th (10) Thornbrook (9/1 -100%)
Thornbrook

9/1(-100%)
(10) Thornbrook 9/1, Thrice-raced winner. 12 lengths eighth of 11 to Tahiyra in Moyglare Stud Stakes at the Curragh (7f, heavy, 17/2) on final 2-y-o start. Solid third in the Debutante Stakes prior to that and, like stablemate American Sonja, she's high on the shortlist.
Rated 4lb above stablemate American Sonja, lacks an outing this season but merits respect.
LTO Selection:

14:15 Leopardstown Group 3 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

1st: 3/1 (1) AMERICAN SONJA 2nd: 7/1 (9) TARAWA 3rd: 4.5/1 (10) THORNBROOK or 4/1 (11) ZARINSK

AMERICAN SONJA was good on her return at Gowran Park and looks up to making a mark at this level. She beat older horses in fine style then, in handicap company, pulling away on the run to the line to post a comprehensive success. Off her new mark of 100 she's fully entitled to mix it in this company now and there looks potential for further improvement going another furlong. Her stablemate Thornbrook is one of two in the race with an official mark of 104. She was well held in the Moyglare when last seen in September but had run a big race to finish third to Meditate at the Curragh previously in Group 2 company and would be a big player on that form. Zarinsk also has a rating of 104 and has already had a good run in stakes company this season, finishing third in the 1,000 Guineas Trial here last month. She is another for the shortlist.

Joseph O'Brien holds a strong hand here, with his representatives AMERICAN SONJA and Thornbrook both making plenty of appeal. The latter brings solid Group form to the table and is not passed over lightly but American Sonja impressed when landing a 7f Gowran handicap on her reappearance last month and she can be expected to take this step up in class/trip in her stride. The promising Tarawa is third choice ahead of Zarinsk.

The vote goes to the 104-rated THORNBROOK, Group 2-placed behind the talented Meditate before running in the Moyglare


14:25 Newmarket Listed (Class 1) 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) Running Lion (3.33/1 -11%)
Running Lion

3.33/1(-11%)
(7) Running Lion 3.33/1, Most progressive Roaring Lion filly who cosily completed her hat-trick in 5-runner conditions event at Kempton (1m) 27 days ago. Holds good form claims with this step up in trip a plus too.
Has the best form after three 1m AW wins and should be suited by 1m2f.
2
2nd (8) Sumo Sam (7.5/1 -25%)
Sumo Sam

7.5/1(-25%)
(8) Sumo Sam 7.5/1, Nathaniel filly who overcame greenness to make a successful debut in 7f maiden here in October. Has a fair bit more to offer over this longer trip so she shouldn't be underestimated.
12-1 from 22-1, made most in maiden here (7f, good) in October, rallying for narrow win.
3
3rd (10) Trust The Stars (3.33/1 +52%)
Trust The Stars

3.33/1(+52%)
(10) Trust The Stars 3.33/1, 9/1, looked a good prospect when making a winning start in 13-runner novice here (1m) in September. This Sea The Stars filly has plenty more to offer. Considered.
9-1, always close up to win novice here (1m, good) last September, very green in front.
4
4th (2) Crackovia (22/1 +12%)
Crackovia

22/1(+12%)
(2) Crackovia 22/1, Fairly useful juvenile who scored twice around 1m last summer. Signed off with good fourth of 16 at Longchamp (8f, soft) but this is a tough ask on her seasonal return.
Highly likely to stay beyond 1m; among the best form; others should bring more potential.
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5th (6) Queen Of Fairies (2.75/1 +21%)
Queen Of Fairies

2.75/1(+21%)
(6) Queen Of Fairies 2.75/1, Cracksman filly who overcame inexperience to make a winning debut in style of an exciting prospect at Southwell in December, taking a while to get the hang of things but able to draw clear for only hand riding. Most interesting prospect.
Green, went on over 1f out for clearcut win in novice at Southwell (1m, AW) in December.
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6th (3) Fantizzy (66/1 +34%)
Fantizzy

66/1(+34%)
(3) Fantizzy 66/1, Progressive Cityscape filly who resumed with a good second of 6 in handicap at Nottingham (10.2f, heavy) 32 days ago. Should have more to offer but this demands major improvement.
Best days should still be ahead of her but this race demands a great leap forward.
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7th (9) Tarjamah (12/1 -20%)
Tarjamah

12/1(-20%)
(9) Tarjamah 12/1, 9/4, showed good professionalism to make a winning start in 8.5f Wolverhampton novice in December. This Dubawi filly is in excellent hands so can't be discounted now stepping up in distance.
Won novice at Wolverhampton (8.6f, AW) in December by a head; could be a big improver.
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8th (4) Floating Spirit (7.5/1 -25%)
Floating Spirit

7.5/1(-25%)
(4) Floating Spirit 7.5/1, Promising daughter of Charm Spirit who followed Kempton 7f novice win in January with ready success in 1m Lingfield novice following month. No forlorn hope with further progress on the cards over this longer trip.
Won AW novice events over 7f and 1m; has scope for further progress, including at 1m2f.
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9th (5) Joyful Act (16/1 -33%)
Joyful Act

16/1(-33%)
(5) Joyful Act 16/1, Frankel filly who built on debut promise when landing 7-runner maiden at Newcastle (10.2f) 24 days ago. Has more to offer but this is no easy ask.
Fair form in AW maidens at about 1m2f, winning in tidy style from the front at Newcastle.
LTO Selection:

14:25 Newmarket Listed (Class 1) 10f Race Class Flow

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

1st: 3/1 (7) RUNNING LION 2nd: 3.5/1 (6) QUEEN OF FAIRIES 3rd: 7/1 (10) TRUST THE STARS

FLOATING SPIRIT is unbeaten in two starts to date, the latest of those victories coming at Lingfield when scoring by three lengths. The daughter of Charm Spirit could have any amount of improvement in the locker on only her third start and, with the step up in trip possibly a positive move, she could prove the one to beat. The main danger comes in the shape of Queen Of Fairies, who got off the mark at the first time of asking when an easy winner at Southwell over a mile and has to be considered, along with Trust The Stars.

QUEEN OF FAIRIES looked a filly to follow when going in most impressively on her debut at Southwell before Christmas and Charlie Appleby's daughter of Cracksman is fancied to follow up at the chief expense of Running Lion, who has experience on her side and is greatly feared in her bid for a four-timer. A clutch of others also boast considerable potential, not least Trust The Stars and Tarjamah, and they both warrant lots of respect too in a fascinating Pretty Polly.

Running Lion may offer most resistance to the much less experienced SUMO SAM who galloped on so resolutely in her 7f maiden here.


14:35 Hamilton Stakes (Class 2) 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 (1) Tajalla (1/1 -37%)
Tajalla

1/1(-37%)
(1) Tajalla 1/1, Looked good when making a winning debut in a 5f Newmarket novice last spring. Has to be a slight concern that he hasn't been seen since but market confidence would look significant for his very powerful yard. Entered in the Commonwealth Cup.
Not seen since impressive Newmarket debut in April 2022 but remains a good prospect.
2
2nd (2) Silent Words (4.5/1 -50%)
Silent Words

4.5/1(-50%)
(2) Silent Words 4.5/1, 7/2, won 14-runner novice at Newcastle (5f) on debut, travelling smoothly to the front before idling late on. She looks sure to improve.
Won with more in hand than narrow margin suggests on 2yo debut; should progress this year.
3
3rd (5) Northcliff (2.25/1 +32%)
Northcliff

2.25/1(+32%)
(5) Northcliff 2.25/1, Yet to win but he has quite useful form. Respectable reappearance sixth of 13 in a strong Thirsk sprint handicap 15 days ago. Unlikely to be far away.
Sound effort when sixth in Class 3 handicap last month; should go well in this.
4
4th (4) Jill's Jungle (16/1 +11%)
Jill's Jungle

16/1(+11%)
(4) Jill's Jungle 16/1, 25/1, showed plenty of ability when second of 9 in maiden at Southwell (6f) on debut 23 days ago. Likely to improve.
Ran on well to chase home short-odds winner on last month's Southwell debut (6f, AW).
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5th (3) Borough (50/1 -25%)
Borough

50/1(-25%)
(3) Borough 50/1, Fair form at best for Ralph Beckett at 2 and will surely have his work cut out against this opposition on his return for a new stable.
Left Ralph Beckett after two disappointing nursery runs; tough task on stable debut.
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6th (6) Wambamwigwam (33/1 +59%)
Wambamwigwam

33/1(+59%)
(6) Wambamwigwam 33/1, Sioux Nation filly. Dam 6f winner. Will need to be very useful to take this on debut.
Ouf of a fair 6f winner; seems unlikely to reach the required standard on debut.
LTO Selection:

14:35 Hamilton Stakes (Class 2) 5f Race Class Flow

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

1st: 3/1 (2) SILENT WORDS 2nd: 0.73/1 (1) TAJALLA 3rd: 18/1 (4) JILL'S JUNGLE

Jill's Jungle was second at Southwell on his debut and a place may be the best connections can realistically hope for. Silent Words won her only start by a narrow margin after idling in front at Newcastle and she may have a lot more to offer, a remark that also applies to TAJALLA. He ran on well to win at Newmarket in April last year and holds an entry in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot.

An interesting race. TAJALLA hasn't been seen since his debut win a year ago but his entry in the Group 1 Commonwealth Cup suggests connections are hopeful he can make up for lost time so he's preferred to fellow debut scorer Silent Words. Northcliff is much more exposed than the aforementioned pair but also has the form to be bang there.

An alternative to the ones with sexier profiles is NORTHCLIFF, who is proven on slow ground and ran quite well in a recent handicap.


14:50 Leopardstown Group 3 8f - 6 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) Power Under Me (9/1 -13%)
Power Under Me

9/1(-13%)
(4) Power Under Me 9/1, Useful gelding. C&D winner. Latest win here in October. 10½ lengths sixth of 7 to Goldana in Gladness Stakes (5/1) at the Curragh (7f, heavy) 21 days ago. Each-way shout if he puts his best foot forward.
Four-time winner including over C&D, disappointing in race won by Goldana at the Curragh.
2
2nd (8) You Send Me (6/1 +25%)
You Send Me

6/1(+25%)
(8) You Send Me 6/1, Twice-raced winner. Won 12-runner maiden (11/4) at Cork (7f, heavy) 29 days ago, readily. Clearly a nice prospect but this represents a big step up in class.
One run at two, proved that she has matured well when winning readily at Cork last month.
3
3rd (6) Wexford Native (3.5/1 +13%)
Wexford Native

3.5/1(+13%)
(6) Wexford Native 3.5/1, Lightly-raced winner. 18/5, career best when winning 9-runner listed race at the Curragh (8f, good) last June, despite needing a stronger gallop. Absent since but likely to be in the mix if fully tuned-up.
1 1/4l behind New Energy when fourth in Irish 2,000 Guineas, absent since last June.
4
4th (3) New Energy (1.25/1 +55%)
New Energy

1.25/1(+55%)
(3) New Energy 1.25/1, Smart colt. Respectable 5¼ lengths sixth of 10 to Kinross in Prix de la Foret at Longchamp (7f, soft, 11/1). Sights lowered for this seasonal reappearance and he's the one to beat.
Last season's Irish 2,000 Guineas second, also a Group 2 runner-up, sets a high standard.
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5th (5) Real Appeal (40/1 -400%)
Real Appeal

40/1(-400%)
(5) Real Appeal 40/1, Useful gelding. C&D winner. Latest win at Dundalk in January. Good fourth of 11 in minor event at Doha (8f, good) 78 days ago. Place possibilities.
Won two C&D Group races for Jessica Harrington in 2021, has settled in well in this yard.
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6th (7) Villanova Queen (4.5/1 +44%)
Villanova Queen

4.5/1(+44%)
(7) Villanova Queen 4.5/1, Lightly-raced C&D winner. 9/2, career best when winning 6-runner minor event at Tipperary (7.4f, good to soft) 17 days ago. This is more demanding.
Ran only twice last season, Group 3 third over 7f at this venue, won on recent comeback.
LTO Selection:

14:50 Leopardstown Group 3 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

1st: 2.75/1 (3) NEW ENERGY 2nd: 3.33/1 (1) GOLDANA 3rd: 4/1 (6) WEXFORD NATIVE

Fourth and second in the Irish 2000 Guineas last year, WEXFORD NATIVE is taken to even things up with New Energy. The pair clashed three-times in 2022 with the score currently 2-1 in favour of the Sheila Lavery-trained latter. The selection rounded off his three-year-old campaign with a Listed win at the Curragh in June and the hope is that he can progress even further at four. New Energy is the highest rated runner in the line-up on a mark of 113. He ran some excellent races in defeat last term and has the form to take this Group 3 prize. A German import, Goldana won nicely on her debut for Joseph O'Brien at the Curragh last month and it'll come as no surprise if she manages to follow-up. The only three-year-old in the line-up, You Send Me is an interesting contender. Getting significant weight allowances, she might be able to make an impact. Villanova Queen and Real Appeal, a three-time course winner, are others that warrant respect.

NEW ENERGY only has a maiden success to his name but he produced several good efforts in Group company last season, not least when third in the Irish 2000 Guineas and a clear second to the classy Kinross at the Doncaster St Leger meeting. The 4-y-o is taken to deservedly get his head in front here. Goldana did the job well when making a winning debut for this yard at the Curragh and she is feared most ahead of Wexford Native. The unexposed You Send Me is one to follow but this is a big ask.

Preference is for last year's Irish 2,000 Guineas runner-up NEW ENERGY who can uphold that form with fourth-placed Wexford Native


15:00 Newmarket Group 2 (Class 1) 9f - 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) Via Sistina (2.5/1 +38%)
Via Sistina

2.5/1(+38%)
(9) Via Sistina 2.5/1, Smart mare who ended light 2022 campaign with victory in 11-runner Prix Fille de l'Air at Toulouse (10.4f, good, 23/10) in November. Asked a bigger question on return here but can't be discounted with yard in flying form.
Lightly raced; improved form in Group 3 races last autumn for new yard; possibilities.
2
2nd (2) Al Husn (8/1 +20%)
Al Husn

8/1(+20%)
(2) Al Husn 8/1, Smart filly who won all 3 starts last season, having something in hand when taking 13-runner handicap at this course (10f, good) in October. In deeper waters now but it's likely we haven't seen the best of her yet.
Has a record of 2-3 at Newmarket and 4-6 overall; open to further progress; interesting.
3
3rd (3) Astral Beau (8.5/1 -13%)
Astral Beau

8.5/1(-13%)
(3) Astral Beau 8.5/1, Very progressive handicapper during second part of 2022, winning 3 times over 7f, including on final start at this course in October. Took her form up another notch when decisive winner of Doncaster listed race (8f, heavy) on return but faces different conditions here.
3-3 on Newmarket tracks but those wins came at 7f; something to prove over 1m1f.
4
4th (5) Life In Motion (4/1 -14%)
Life In Motion

4/1(-14%)
(5) Life In Motion 4/1, Smart filly. Won 3 of her 5 starts last season and found further improvement when taking 9-runner listed race at Longchamp (9f, good to soft) on return last month, holding on gamely. Upped in grade now but must enter calculations.
Productive filly; 2-2 over 1m1f and 5-8 overall; French trainer won this in 2014 and 2016.
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5th (6) Prosperous Voyage (3/1 +14%)
Prosperous Voyage

3/1(+14%)
(6) Prosperous Voyage 3/1, Posted career best on return last term when narrow second in 1000 Guineas and got back on the up when landing the Falmouth Stakes (8f) in July. This longer trip promises to suit and she's a big player.
Second in last year's 1,000 Guineas and won the Falmouth two starts later; leading claims.
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6th (1) With The Moonlight (6.5/1 -8%)
With The Moonlight

6.5/1(-8%)
(1) With The Moonlight 6.5/1, Smart filly. Won brace of Group 2 events at Meydan earlier this year before creditable second to In Italian in Jenny Wiley Stakes at Keeneland (8.5f, firm) last month. Another big run anticipated.
Globetrotting filly; second in US Grade 1 last time; successful on this card last year.
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7th (7) Random Harvest (80/1 -100%)
Random Harvest

80/1(-100%)
(7) Random Harvest 80/1, Useful mare who produced a career best when winning 8-runner Premio Elena E Sergio Cumani at Milan (8f, soft) in October. Overall form leaves her with something to find, though.
Group 3 winner at San Siro on last appearance; faces a stiffer task back on home soil.
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8th (4) Hidden Dimples (22/1 +0%)
Hidden Dimples

22/1(+0%)
(4) Hidden Dimples 22/1, Useful filly who made solid return when third of 9 to Life In Motion in listed race at Longchamp (9f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Entitled to build on that but needs significant improvement to play a part here.
Held by stablemate Life In Motion on reappearance form and may need a return to further.
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9th (8) Shaara (40/1 -60%)
Shaara

40/1(-60%)
(8) Shaara 40/1, Winner of 4 of her 6 starts but seemingly found wanting when stepped up to Group company here last autumn. In fine hands, though, and further improvement can't be ruled out this term.
Came up short in Group 3 here when last seen, seemingly exposing her limitations.
LTO Selection:

15:00 Newmarket Group 2 (Class 1) 9f Race Class Flow

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

My prediction for the horses that will finish in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd would be: 1st - 3.5/1 (6) PROSPEROUS VOYAGE 2nd - 6/1 (1) WITH THE MOONLIGHT 3rd - 9/1 (2) AL HUSN 3.5/1 (6) PROSPEROUS VOYAGE has a strong record, including a second in last year's 1000 Guineas and a win in the Falmouth Stakes. With a longer trip promised to suit, she could be a top contender. 6/1 (1) WITH THE MOONLIGHT has also shown impressive form, winning two Group 2 events at Meydan and finishing second in a Grade 1 race in the US. 9/1 (2) AL HUSN is an interesting prospect, having won all three starts last season and showing potential for further progress.

PROSPEROUS VOYAGE was highly tried last season and managed to make her mark at the highest level when taking the Falmouth in July. She was only denied by a neck in the 1000 Guineas on her return to action a year ago and the daughter of Zoffany is the one to beat. With The Moonlight is officially rated 1lb superior to the selection but could be vulnerable under a 3lb penalty for her Group 2 victories in Dubai earlier in the year. Life In Motion is an interesting raider from France, while there may be further progression to come from Al Husn.

Preference is for PROSPEROUS VOYAGE, who clearly goes well fresh (narrowly foiled in 1000 Guineas on return last year) and should appreciate this slightly longer trip. With The Moonlight arrives at the top of her game and looks sure to make a bold bid to concede weight all round, whilst chief French raider Life In Motion also warrants plenty of respect.

Based on her peak Group 1 performances, PROSPEROUS VOYAGE has the best chance on these terms. Life In Motion is second choice.


15:10 Hamilton Handicap (Class 5) 11f - 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) Where's Jeff (2.75/1 -38%)
Where's Jeff

2.75/1(-38%)
(3) Where's Jeff 2.75/1, Course winner who was returning from 8 months off when close second of 11 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good to soft) 10 days ago. Just 1 lb higher now and looks sure to go well again. Cheekpieces on first time.
Battled on well to go close on recent seasonal debut; cheekpieces added today.
2
2nd (1) Don't Look Back (10/1 -54%)
Don't Look Back

10/1(-54%)
(1) Don't Look Back 10/1, Fit from hurdling, career best when winning 12-runner handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, heavy, 28/1) last month. Not disgraced over shorter trip at Musselburgh since and warrants respect.
Emphatic 1m2f winner when back on Flat last month; unexposed over middle-distance trips.
3
3rd (4) Clansman (1.75/1 -27%)
Clansman

1.75/1(-27%)
(4) Clansman 1.75/1, Found improvement when winning 12-runner handicap at Doncaster (11.9f, heavy) on return 35 days ago, sticking to task. 2 lb rise fair and holds strong follow-up claims.
Has won his last two and will be very well suited by the forecast rain; obvious contender.
4
4th (2) Sophiesticate (22/1 +0%)
Sophiesticate

22/1(+0%)
(2) Sophiesticate 22/1, Ninth of 11 in handicap (20/1) at Ayr (10f, heavy). Off 7 months. Others more appealing.
Won twice last summer but was out of sorts when last seen in the autumn.
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5th (6) Baez (4/1 +67%)
Baez

4/1(+67%)
(6) Baez 4/1, 25/1, first run since leaving David Menuisier when respectable sixth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f) 37 days ago. Entitled to build on that but percentage call is to look elsewhere.
Placed four times last spring/summer but made low-key stable debut on AW in March.
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6th (5) Two Auld Pals (5.5/1 +21%)
Two Auld Pals

5.5/1(+21%)
(5) Two Auld Pals 5.5/1, Creditable 3¾ lengths third of 10 to Clansman in handicap (15/2) at Ayr (13.1f, heavy). Off 7 months. Still looking for first success.
Ten-race maiden; not seen since placed behind Clansman in October; others preferred.
LTO Selection:

15:10 Hamilton Handicap (Class 5) 11f Race Class Flow

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

Based on the summary, the top three finishers are likely to be 1.38/1 (4) CLANSMAN, 6.5/1 (1) DON'T LOOK BACK, and 2/1 (3) WHERE'S JEFF. 1.38/1 (4) CLANSMAN has won the last two races and will be suited by the forecast rain, while 6.5/1 (1) DON'T LOOK BACK has shown improvement and won a 12-runner handicap recently. 2/1 (3) WHERE'S JEFF battled on well during the recent seasonal debut and has the advantage of being a course winner returning from a short break.

Only narrowly denied over 1m2f at Beverley last month, WHERE'S JEFF is entitled to improve in first-time cheekpieces and he can have a big say in proceedings here. The gelded son of Haafhd could build on that outing, especially given that was his first run back off a break. Clansman scored on his seasonal reappearance at Doncaster last month and must be respected now rated 2lb higher, while Two Auld Pals also merits consideration on his return.

CLANSMAN begun the new campaign with a personal best at Doncaster and remains fairly treated. He is fancied to score again. Where's Jeff looks the likeliest danger.

There could still be more to come from DON'T LOOK BACK over middle distances, and he excelled on slow ground last month.


15:25 Leopardstown Group 3 10f - 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) Sprewell (8/1 +0%)
Sprewell

8/1(+0%)
(6) Sprewell 8/1, Thrice-raced winner. 13/8, won 4-runner minor event at Naas (8f, heavy) 42 days ago. Up in trip and this well-bred colt doesn't look at all out of place in this line-up.
Handled heavy ground when winning a four-runner event at Naas in March, much more required.
2
2nd (8) Up And Under (2.75/1 +0%)
Up And Under

2.75/1(+0%)
(8) Up And Under 2.75/1, Promising individual. ½-length second of 6 to White Birch in Ballysax Stakes at this C&D (heavy, 15/2) 35 days ago. Further progress likely and he's of strong interest.
Promising maiden, 4l in front of Ballydoyle-trained third when second in Ballysax Stakes.
3
3rd (5) Proud And Regal (1.5/1 +14%)
Proud And Regal

1.5/1(+14%)
(5) Proud And Regal 1.5/1, Smart colt. Course winner. Career best when winning 7-runner Criterium International at Saint-Cloud (8f, heavy, 29/10) on final 2-y-o start. Will relish this step up in trip and he sets a good standard.
Second in the National Stakes and a Group 1 winner in France, the one they have to beat.
4
4th (2) Londoner (9/1 +0%)
Londoner

9/1(+0%)
(2) Londoner 9/1, Useful colt. Winner at Dundalk in October. 35/10, length fourth of 7 to Flight Leader in Prix Noailles at Longchamp (10.4f, soft) 21 days ago. Open to improvement for top yard (also represented by Mohawk Chief and Tower of London) with a tremendous record in this race.
Not beaten far in fourth in a Group 3 event over a little further than this at Longchamp.
5th
5th (1) Goldenstatewarrior (18/1 +0%)
Goldenstatewarrior

18/1(+0%)
(1) Goldenstatewarrior 18/1, Won 15-runner maiden at Gowran (9.6f, heavy, 4/1) on debut 19 days ago. Clearly a good prospect and should win more races but whether he's ready for this level of competition, at this stage, remains to be seen.
Takes a big step up in class after win in auction maiden over an extended 1m1f at Gowran.
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6th (7) Tower Of London (3.5/1 +0%)
Tower Of London

3.5/1(+0%)
(7) Tower Of London 3.5/1, Twice-raced winner. 2/1, 8¼ lengths last of 5 to Auguste Rodin in Champions Juvenile Stakes at this course (8f, soft). Off 7 months. Improvement anticipated now upped in trip.
Disappointed when second favourite for Group 2 event won Auguste Rodin here in September.
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7th (4) Mr Lincoln (50/1 -52%)
Mr Lincoln

50/1(-52%)
(4) Mr Lincoln 50/1, Twice-raced winner. 40/1, won 15-runner maiden at Cork (8f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Further progress likely now moving up in trip but probably flying too high in this company.
Caused an upset when landing a maiden at Cork on reappearance, up against it at this level.
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8th (3) Mohawk Chief (80/1 -100%)
Mohawk Chief

80/1(-100%)
(3) Mohawk Chief 80/1, Thrice-raced winner. Course winner. 13½ lengths last of 6 to White Birch in Ballysax Stakes at this C&D (heavy, 16/1) 35 days ago. Blinkered for 1st time. Jockey bookings suggest that he's the least fancied of the Ballydoyle trio.
Last of six in the Ballysax Stakes, lowest-rated of three runners from the stable.
LTO Selection:

15:25 Leopardstown Group 3 10f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

1st: 2.75/1 (8) UP AND UNDER 2nd: 1.75/1 (5) PROUD AND REGAL 3rd: 9/1 (2) LONDONER

UP AND UNDER might be able to take this, despite being the only maiden in the line-up. He had a far from clear passage in the Ballysax over the course and distance early last month, ultimately going down by just half-a-length. Second in the National Stakes at the Curragh in September and the highest rated runner in the line-up, Proud And Regal is likely to go off favourite. It might be worth taking him on though, as some juvenile form from last term hasn't worked out as well as expected so far this campaign. Bidding to win this race for the fifth year in-a-row, Aidan O'Brien saddles three of the eight declared and they all warrant respect, with Londoner perhaps the pick of them. Sprewell showed a nice turn of foot to win on his return to action at Naas in March and it'll be interesting to see how he copes with this step-up in class. Goldstatewarrior done well to win on debut at Gowran and is another sure to have his supporters.

UP AND UNDER pulled nicely clear of the rest when touched off by White Birch in the C&D Ballysax Stakes last month and, with the promise of more to come from this well-bred and unexposed colt, he is taken to go one better this time. Proud And Regal did nothing wrong during his 2-y-o campaign and will offer stern resistance if ready to roll on this seasonal reappearance. The Aidan O'Brien-trained duo Londoner and Tower of London should both be in the mix, while Sprewell is also accorded respect.

A Group 1 winning son of Galileo, PROUD AND REGAL (nap) meets lower-rated rivals on level terms and should be hard to beat


15:40 Newmarket Group 1 (Class 1) 8f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (10) Mawj (9/1 +25%)
Mawj

9/1(+25%)
(10) Mawj 9/1, Smart juvenile last season, beating Lezoo to win Duchess of Cambridge and 1½ lengths third to that rival in Cheveley Park. Got first run when just holding on from Dream of Love on 7f Meydan return but right back to best when slamming Fairy Cross over 1m there next time.
2-2 at Meydan this year, impressively beating Fairy Cross on latest occasion; in the mix.
2
2nd (20) Tahiyra (1.5/1 +14%)
Tahiyra

1.5/1(+14%)
(20) Tahiyra 1.5/1, Half-sister to the high-class Tarnawa and could be equally talented herself judged on her 2¼-length defeat of Meditate in the Moyglare at the Curragh on just her second start. Hugely exciting prospect who can make it 3-3.
Hugely exciting filly who was impressive in both 2yo starts (Curragh Group 1 latest).
3
3rd (9) Matilda Picotte (33/1 +34%)
Matilda Picotte

33/1(+34%)
(9) Matilda Picotte 33/1, Useful filly who was placed in the Lowther at York before winning a 6f course listed last October. Showed she's trained on well when 2½ lengths second to Never Ending Story in 1000 Guineas Trial at Leopardstown (7f, heavy) on reappearance 35 days ago. Likely vulnerable here, though.
Useful and consistent but has much more on her plate today, upped further in trip.
4
4th (1) Caernarfon (25/1 +50%)
Caernarfon

25/1(+50%)
(1) Caernarfon 25/1, Big improver last autumn, bagging a C&D listed race (soft) in October. Yard going well but she'll need to advance her form considerably again to play a prominent role here.
Blossomed in the autumn of her 2yo campaign, culminating in soft-ground Listed win here.
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5th (2) Dance In The Grass (200/1 -100%)
Dance In The Grass

200/1(-100%)
(2) Dance In The Grass 200/1, Looked good when winning first 2 starts (both 7f Sandown, latter a listed) but rather disappointing when stepped up to Group 2 level in 2 subsequent outings. Outsider back from 7 months off.
Group 2 defeats don't necessarily leave her limitations fully exposed but this is harder.
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6th (11) Meditate (5/1 +33%)
Meditate

5/1(+33%)
(11) Meditate 5/1, Second to Tahiyra in the Moyglare and Lezoo in the Cheveley Park but gained a Group 1 success of her own in the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf in November, proving well suited by the step up to 1m. Much respected for stable with outstanding record in this.
Had an excellent 2yo campaign; trainer has a great record in this race; strong credentials.
7th
7th (13) Olivia Maralda (125/1 -56%)
Olivia Maralda

125/1(-56%)
(13) Olivia Maralda 125/1, Useful at up to 7f last year for Michael O'Callaghan. Possible she can go on to better things for new yard but a big step forward will be required for her to get very competitive here.
Second to Meditate on best 2yo effort but isn't sure to stay 1m; new stable.
8th
8th (7) Lezoo (12/1 +14%)
Lezoo

12/1(+14%)
(7) Lezoo 12/1, Only defeat at 2 came when edged out by Mawj in the Duchess of Cambridge at the July meeting, winning the Group 1 Cheveley Park over 6f here on final start by ¾ length from Meditate (Mawj another ¾ length back in third). Major stamina doubts now stepping up to 1m, though.
Smart filly last year (won Cheveley Park Stakes) but looks a doubtful stayer upped to 1m.
9th
9th (16) Queen Me (20/1 +50%)
Queen Me

20/1(+50%)
(16) Queen Me 20/1, Placed in Group 2 Lowther at York and Group 3 Firth of Clyde at Ayr after making a winning debut at Haydock last summer (all 6f, good). Potential for better again at 3 but she's no certainty to stay this 1m trip on breeding.
Lowther runner-up; has mixed messages in her pedigree with regards to this new trip.
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10th (4) Embrace (66/1 +0%)
Embrace

66/1(+0%)
(4) Embrace 66/1, Left debut form behind when comfortably off the mark at Wolverhampton (7f) in November. Progressed again when 4¼ lengths fourth of 12 to Remarquee in Fred Darling at Newbury (7f, heavy) on reappearance 15 days ago, nearest finish. More to come now stepping up to 1m.
Ran well in the Fred Darling; goes into even deeper waters but she's progressing nicely.
11th
11th (8) Mammas Girl (11/1 -10%)
Mammas Girl

11/1(-10%)
(8) Mammas Girl 11/1, 7f course novice winner on debut last autumn and much improved when returning to make it 2-2 in the 15-runner Nell Gwyn back here last month, beating Fairy Cross by 2¾ lengths, although she may have been helped by getting cover from the headwind. Likely to stay 1m.
Looked smart in the Nell Gwyn, taking record to 2-2 (both wins here); major contender.
12th
12th (3) Dream Of Love (8.5/1 -21%)
Dream Of Love

8.5/1(-21%)
(3) Dream Of Love 8.5/1, Won a 7f course maiden on debut last October and third to Caernarfon in a C&D listed 3 weeks later. Improved again when short-headed by Mawj in a 7f Meydan conditions event in January, making eye-catching late headway from too far back. Interesting runner.
Rocketed home and nearly collared Mawj at Meydan in January; more to come; interesting.
13th
13th (18) Stenton Glider (50/1 -100%)
Stenton Glider

50/1(-100%)
(18) Stenton Glider 50/1, Chester novice winner on debut and left that form well behind when pushing Remarquee close in the Fred Darling at Newbury (7f, heavy) on her reappearance. Plenty to like about that performance and further progress likely after just 2 starts.
Neck second to Remarquee in the Fred Darling on second start; open to further progress.
14th
14th (19) Sweet Harmony (200/1 -100%)
Sweet Harmony

200/1(-100%)
(19) Sweet Harmony 200/1, Fourth in the Rockfel here on her final 2yo start and reappeared with a creditable 6½ lengths seventh of 15 to Mammas Girl in Nell Gwyn 18 days ago. Well short of the required standard here, though.
Has plenty to find on 6f/7f form and doesn't appear to be crying out for 1m.
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15th (17) Remarquee (8.5/1 -31%)
Remarquee

8.5/1(-31%)
(17) Remarquee 8.5/1, Looked very useful when making a winning debut at Salisbury last September and more than confirmed those impressions when getting on top late on to edge out Stenton Glider in the Fred Darling at Newbury (7f, heavy), despite still showing signs of greenness. Good prospect.
Still green when winning the Fred Darling; now 2-2 and has a very promising profile.
16th
16th (6) Karsavina (50/1 +0%)
Karsavina

50/1(+0%)
(6) Karsavina 50/1, Ulysses filly who landed a 7f course novice on debut last autumn and reappeared with a promising 4¼ lengths fourth of 15 to Mammas Girl in Nell Gwyn over that same C&D. 1m will suit and definitely capable of better again.
Won on sole 2yo start, then ran well back here in the Nell Gwyn; still very unexposed.
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17th (12) Naomi Lapaglia (80/1 -100%)
Naomi Lapaglia

80/1(-100%)
(12) Naomi Lapaglia 80/1, Made a winning start to her career in a 1m Kempton novice in November. Potentially useful but she's very much pitched in at the deep end on reappearance.
Has stacks to find on her 2yo win at Kempton but is open to any amount of progress.
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18th (14) Polly Pott (66/1 -32%)
Polly Pott

66/1(-32%)
(14) Polly Pott 66/1, Got on a real roll for Harry Dunlop last summer, taking the big jump from nurseries to Group company in her stride when springing a 40/1 surprise in May Hill at Doncaster. Not in quite the same form when 7 lengths fourth in Fillies' Mile over C&D final start. Returns for new trainer Ben Pauling.
Big improver last term for Harry Dunlop; won the May Hill; this is a harder task.
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19th (5) Fairy Cross (33/1 +0%)
Fairy Cross

33/1(+0%)
(5) Fairy Cross 33/1, Quickly developed into a useful performer at 2 yrs, landing the Prestige at Goodwood on her final outing. Creditable 2¾ lengths second of 15 to Mammas Girl in Nell Gwyn over 7f here 18 days ago but Buick sides with Dream of Love now.
Couldn't cope with Mammas Girl's finishing kick in the Nell Gwyn here; more is needed.
20th
20th (15) Powerdress (66/1 -32%)
Powerdress

66/1(-32%)
(15) Powerdress 66/1, Made winning debut in 5f maiden at the 2022 Craven meeting. Not seen again until finishing third in a 7f conditions race at this year's Craven meeting. Capable of better but this a very big ask.
Fairly useful form at the last two Craven meetings here, her only two runs; unexposed.
LTO Selection:

15:40 Newmarket Group 1 (Class 1) 8f Race Class Flow

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

1st: 1.75/1 (20) TAHIYRA, 2nd: 7.5/1 (11) MEDITATE, 3rd: 12/1 (10) MAWJ

Tahiyra sets the standard based on her impressive defeat of Meditate in the Moyglare at the Curragh last September and that filly is her main market rival here. That said, it would be no surprise if she proved to be at her best later in the year and marginal preference is for MAMMAS GIRL. Richard Hannon's filly created a big impression when taking the Nell Gwyn over 7f here last month and the way she finished that day suggests that the extra distance should not be a problem. Remarquee also won her trial well, as the final winning margin of a neck is not an accurate reflection of her superiority on that occasion. Others to note are Dream Of Love, Lezoo and Powerdress.

TAHIYRA looked very good when comfortably accounting for Meditate in the Moyglare and is selected to prove too strong for her old rival again, although Aidan O'Brien's filly was well suited by the step up to 1m in the Breeders' Cup and may get a bit closer this time. The fact Remarquee still looked far from the finished article in the Fred Darling raises a few doubts about how she'll handle the Dip but she must be highly talented and is third choice ahead of Dream of Love.

Exciting prospect TAHIYRA (nap), the champion European 2yo filly last season, gets the strong vote. Meditate is feared most.


15:50 Hamilton 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
(7) Kohana Breeze (25/1 +0%)
Kohana Breeze

25/1(+0%)
(7) Kohana Breeze 25/1, 66/1 and blinkered for 1st time, matched previous form but looked tricky ride when fifth of 7 in handicap at Pontefract (1m, good to soft) 13 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Showed some ability last year but well beaten in both handicaps since returning last month.
(4) Humble Spark (33/1 +0%)
Humble Spark

33/1(+0%)
(4) Humble Spark 33/1, Failed to improve when eighth of 11 on nursery debut at Ayr (1m, good, 80/1) in September, though did travel better than most. Needs to resume his progress after 7 months off.
All four starts at Ayr last year, showing some ability on debut but then disappointing.
1
1st (5) Leap Year Lad (2.25/1 +50%)
Leap Year Lad

2.25/1(+50%)
(5) Leap Year Lad 2.25/1, Without the headgear for return to turf, shaped as if still in form when third of 6 in handicap (10/3) at Redcar (1m, heavy) 20 days ago, not settling fully. Quirky character but he's capable of getting involved.
In the frame in six of his eight handicaps; should run his race but looks vulnerable.
2
2nd (6) Arkenstaar (2.75/1 +31%)
Arkenstaar

2.75/1(+31%)
(6) Arkenstaar 2.75/1, Looked rusty after 6 months off (had been gelded) when third of 8 in handicap (4/1) at Redcar (1m, heavy) 27 days ago, though did run on well late on. Could do better with that behind him.
Ran his best race yet when third on his Redcar return and may step up; leading player.
3
3rd (3) My Honey B (4.5/1 +36%)
My Honey B

4.5/1(+36%)
(3) My Honey B 4.5/1, Kept busy at 2 yrs and, after 5 months off, ran well when fourth of 8 in handicap at Redcar (1m, heavy, 15/2) 27 days ago. Can give another good account.
Southwell winner last autumn and a good fourth on Redcar return; shouldn't be far away.
4
4th (2) Crown Bridges (100/1 -203%)
Crown Bridges

100/1(-203%)
(2) Crown Bridges 100/1, Didn't go on from his debut last year, in first-time visor when fifth of 9 in minor event at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 9/1) when last seen in October. First run for yard after leaving Hugo Palmer. Makes handicap debut.
Disappointing after a promising debut; makes stable/handicap debut after 199 days off.
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5th (9) Epona Pas (4.5/1 +18%)
Epona Pas

4.5/1(+18%)
(9) Epona Pas 4.5/1, After 6 months off, not seen to best effect when sixth of 14 on handicap debut at Bath (1m, soft. 18/1) 30 days ago, shuffled back 3f out. Others still preferred, though.
Showed a bit more when sixth on his Bath return; may be capable of better.
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6th (1) Senseofentitlement (6.5/1 +19%)
Senseofentitlement

6.5/1(+19%)
(1) Senseofentitlement 6.5/1, After 6 months off, pulled hard when fifth of 9 in maiden at Southwell (8.1f, 12/1) 19 days ago. Improvement required in first-time hood on his handicap debut.
Ran with credit on only turf start, but this won't be easy on handicap debut; hood on.
LTO Selection:

15:50 Hamilton Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

1st - 2.75/1 (8) OBAMA ARMY 2nd - 4/1 (6) ARKENSTAAR 3rd - 7/1 (3) MY HONEY B

Runner-up on his last two starts, OBAMA ARMY can secure his best run to date here and must enter calculations, although Arkenstaar made a promising return to action when third over a mile at Redcar last month and should not be dismissed. My Honey B and Leap Year Lad add further spice, while My Honey B is the pick of the remainder.

OBAMA ARMY has been going the right way sent handicapping this year, finishing runner-up on his last 2 starts, and he can continue his progress to get off the mark this time around. Leap Year Lad shaped as if still in good form on his latest outing and could be the main danger, ahead of My Honey B.

It's hard to get away from OBAMA ARMY who has performed with plenty of credit to finish runner-up in his last two starts.


16:00 Leopardstown Maiden 10f - 12 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) Warm Heart (1.62/1 +46%)
Warm Heart

1.62/1(+46%)
(12) Warm Heart 1.62/1, Galileo filly who has gone with plenty of promise when in the frame in a pair of maidens, runner-up at Leopardstown (1m) on latter occasion 35 days ago. Remains open to a fair bit more progress, especially over this longer trip. Big player.
Improved second here last month and expect her to take another forward step third time out.
2
2nd (1) Aghadowey (25/1 -56%)
Aghadowey

25/1(-56%)
(1) Aghadowey 25/1, €90,000 yearling, Teofilo filly. Dam, 1¼m-1½m winner, half-sister to high-class 5f-1m winner (stayed 1¼m) Exultant (by Teofilo), also third in Irish 2000 Guineas. Wears tongue strap. Market can guide.
90,000euros yearling; second foal; dam 1m2f/1m4f winner (RPR 92)..
3
3rd (10) Shamida (2/1 +0%)
Shamida

2/1(+0%)
(10) Shamida 2/1, Promising type. 16/1, third of 15 in maiden at this course (8f, soft) on debut, never nearer. Off 6 months. Up in trip. Open to improvement. Well in the mix.
Defied market weakness with a closing third here over 1m (good to yielding) in October..
4
4th (4) Feach Amach (12/1 +14%)
Feach Amach

12/1(+14%)
(4) Feach Amach 12/1, Thrice-raced filly. 9/2, second of 10 in maiden at Gowran (7f, soft) 18 days ago, hampered. Trainer going well. Eyeshields/blinkers on 1st time. Likely to continue in form.
Up significantly in trip here with new headgear added and that casts some doubts..
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5th (7) Kitty Mcfee (150/1 -355%)
Kitty Mcfee

150/1(-355%)
(7) Kitty Mcfee 150/1, Lope De Vega filly. Dam 1m-1½m winner. Market can guide for this newcomer.
by a leading sire whose progeny usually handle soft ground; check the market..
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6th (2) Delicate Girl (25/1 -79%)
Delicate Girl

25/1(-79%)
(2) Delicate Girl 25/1, 80,000 gns yearling, Australia filly. Dam, ran twice in France, closely related to smart winner up to 2m Enbihaar, won Lillie Langtry Stakes twice. Much respected.
80,000gns yearling; first foal; dam unplaced 6.5f/1m in France (RPR 70)..
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7th (6) Kermiya (12/1 +14%)
Kermiya

12/1(+14%)
(6) Kermiya 12/1, Fastnet Rock filly. Closely related to 1m winner Kerandi and half-sister to 3 winners, including 1¼m winner Kerkiyra and 1m winner Karasi, both useful. Dam 1¼m-1½m winner. Stable having good spell so she needs considering on debut.
Bred to have a future and needs checking in the betting; owner runs two..
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8th (5) Fiver Friday (40/1 -60%)
Fiver Friday

40/1(-60%)
(5) Fiver Friday 40/1, Once-raced filly. Third of 7 in maiden (80/1) at Naas (10f, heavy) on debut 13 days ago. Open to progress.
Promising third at Naas 13 days ago and that form has some substance..
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9th (3) Fairytale Princess (9/1 +36%)
Fairytale Princess

9/1(+36%)
(3) Fairytale Princess 9/1, Camelot filly. Dam unraced sister to smart 1½m/12.5f winner Stellar Mass and half-sister to smart 1¼m-11.6f winner (stayed 1¾m) Fairmile, out of useful 7f (including at 2 yrs) winner Juno Marlowe. Noteworthy newcomer.
First foal; dam unraced sister to 1m4f Group 3 winner Stellar Mass..
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10th (9) New Phenomenon (20/1 -150%)
New Phenomenon

20/1(-150%)
(9) New Phenomenon 20/1, €125,000 yearling, Churchill filly. Closely related to 3 winners, including smart 13f winner Giuseppe Garibaldi and useful 2-y-o 7f winner Ace Aussie. Considered newcomer.
125,000euros yearling; closely related to good middle-distance horse Guiseppe Garibaldi..
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11th (11) Smart Cookie (11/1 -38%)
Smart Cookie

11/1(-38%)
(11) Smart Cookie 11/1, Dubawi filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including smart winner up to 15f Joie de Soir and useful 1¼m winner Villa d'Amore, both in France. Dam unraced. Trainer going well. Wears blinkers. Much respected.
Well-related newcomer but perhaps ominous to see blinkers fitted from the outset..
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12th (8) La Petite Sissi (40/1 -60%)
La Petite Sissi

40/1(-60%)
(8) La Petite Sissi 40/1, Ivawood filly. Half-sister to smart 1m-1½m winner La Petite Coco and winner up to 7f Promenada. Others appeal more on this occasion.
Fourth foal; half-sister to 1m-1m4f winner La Petite Coco (inc 1m2f Group 1)..
LTO Selection:

16:00 Leopardstown Maiden 10f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

1st: 3/1 (12) WARM HEART 2nd: 14/1 (4) FEACH AMACH 3rd: 25/1 (5) FIVER FRIDAY

With eight newcomers in the line-up and some fine pedigrees on show, a case can be made for many of these. SHAMIDA has one run to her name and might be able to put her experience to good use. She finished well to take third on debut here in October and the step-up in trip to 1m2f should suit. Related to plenty of winners, she holds some big race entries. The Aidan O'Brien-trained Warm Heart was second on her return to action early last month and it'll come as no surprise if he manages to go a place better now. O'Brien also saddles Smart Cookie who is a half-sister to dual Listed winner Joie De Soir. La Petite Sissi, a half-sister to Group 1 winner La Petite Coco, and Kitty McFee, out of Listed winner Titi Makfi, are other interesting debutants set to take part.

Aidan O'Brien's WARM HEART seems sure to build on her promising reappearance second now stepped up in trip and she can get off the mark before tackling better company. Dermot Weld's returning Shamida has the form to play a part while newcomers Kermiya, New Phenomenon and Fairytale Prince need considering too, especially if the market vibes are positive.

Preference is for SHAMIDA who ran such a promising debut race back in the autumn and, unlike most of these, she has Group-race entries.


16:15 Newmarket Maiden (Class 3) 5f - 3 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) On Point (0.73/1 +61%)
On Point

0.73/1(+61%)
(5) On Point 0.73/1, Foaled April 10. Blue Point colt. Half-brother to 9.5f winner Willow Cove and useful 2-y-o 7f winner Fairy Cross. Dam winner up to 9f (2-y-o 7f winner). Highly respected on debut.
Blue Point half-brother to 2 winners; first 2yo runner in 2023 for the yard; lots to like.
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2nd (4) Mashadi (1.75/1 +56%)
Mashadi

1.75/1(+56%)
(4) Mashadi 1.75/1, Foaled March 27. 265,000 gns yearling, Blue Point colt. Half-brother to 6f winner Joy Choi and Italian 6f/7f winner Lee Way. Dam unraced half-sister to smart sprinter Priceless. Connections won this corresponding event 12 months ago.
265,000gns half-brother to 2 winning sprinters; yard have fine recent record in this race.
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3rd (8) White Christmas (8/1 +68%)
White Christmas

8/1(+68%)
(8) White Christmas 8/1, Foaled April 8. €50,000 yearling, 40,000 gns 2-y-o, Showcasing colt. Dam unraced, sister to very smart winner up to 6f Strath Burn.
40,000gns 2yo; dam an unraced sister to Group 3 winner; others have stronger paper claims.
LTO Selection:

16:15 Newmarket Maiden (Class 3) 5f Race Class Flow

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

It is difficult to predict with certainty which horse will do well based on this summary alone, as it only provides limited information about the horses' past performance and pedigree. However, some potential contenders based on the information provided could be 11/1 (1) JASOUR, 1.8/1 (2) KYLIAN, and 4/1 (4) MASHADI, as they all have appealing pedigrees and/or previous winners in their family. Therefore, the predicted order of finish for the race is: 1. 11/1 (1) JASOUR 2. 1.8/1 (2) KYLIAN 3. 4/1 (4) MASHADI

The market will be a key guide but a chance can be taken with the 265,000gns purchase MASHADI, who is likely to be ready to go first time out given his connections. On Point is another to consider being a half-brother to a Group 3-winning juvenile last year in Fairy Cross. Jasour cost 85,000 pounds as a yearling and is from the family of Twilight Son, while Kylian and Rising Force are others to note.

This is likely to go to a newcomer and ON POINT is selected to make a winning debut for the Appleby/Buick combination who have made a flying start to the 2023 turf season. Richard Hannon landed this corresponding event 12 months ago and his Mashadi is fancied to be in the mix representing the same connections. Kylian and South Shore are another couple to consider.

A fascinating race in which ON POINT is taken to prove too strong for Kylian and Jasour. The betting should be revealing.


16:23 Hamilton Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 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) Bashful (4.5/1 +40%)
Bashful

4.5/1(+40%)
(3) Bashful 4.5/1, 11/4, creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (8f, good to soft) 29 days ago, unable to sustain effort having raced freely. Cheekpieces back on.
Just a respectable fourth last time but has claims if judged on AW near miss in March.
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2nd (4) Shine On Brendan (2.25/1 +55%)
Shine On Brendan

2.25/1(+55%)
(4) Shine On Brendan 2.25/1, C&D winner. 3/1, stepped up on reappearance when second of 4 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good to firm) 3 days ago, seen to maximum effect from front.
Won five times in 2022 and comes here after a decent effort on Thursday; respected.
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3rd (1) Westernesse (1.2/1 +40%)
Westernesse

1.2/1(+40%)
(1) Westernesse 1.2/1, First run since leaving D. K. Weld (52,000 gns) when respectable second of 6 in minor event at Wetherby (7f, good to soft, 7/4) 7 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal. Has good chance on form.
Consistent in Ireland last summer and again ran well on recent seasonal/stable debut.
4
4th (5) Havana Party (6.5/1 +54%)
Havana Party

6.5/1(+54%)
(5) Havana Party 6.5/1, C&D winner. 15/2, never better than mid-field when sixth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 34 days ago. Mark continues to tumble without showing any signs he's ready to take advantage.
Out of form on the AW this year seems best suited by a sound surface on turf.
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5th (6) Retirement Beckons (33/1 -267%)
Retirement Beckons

33/1(-267%)
(6) Retirement Beckons 33/1, 4-time C&D winner. 25/1, not disgraced when fifth of 18 in handicap at Redcar (8f, heavy) 6 months ago. Up against race-fit rivals and may need this outing.
Four-time C&D winner; makes seasonal debut from fairly tough mark, though.
LTO Selection:

16:23 Hamilton Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

1st: 2.25/1 (2) HIROMICHI 2nd: 5/1 (4) SHINE ON BRENDAN 3rd: 2/1 (1) WESTERNESSE

Even though he has to shoulder joint top-weight for this contest, WESTERNESSE could be worth siding with. He made a promising debut for David O'Meara when finishing second at Wetherby last week and he must hold every chance of building on that. That said, George Bass' claim negates most of Hiromichi's 5lb penalty for his latest success and he can give the selection plenty to think about, while Shine On Brendan is another to bear in mind.

WESTERNESSE made his effort slightly earlier than ideal starting out for new connections when runner-up at Wetherby last week and David O'Meara's 4-y-o can open his account having just a second outing in handicap company. The main danger could emerge from Hiromichi, who regained the winning thread at Bath on Monday and should be bang there again under a penalty. Bashful can fill out third spot.

In-form 5yo HIROMICHI looked very well suited by the stiff 1m at Bath on Monday and he might win for the third time this spring.


16:35 Leopardstown Handicap 10f - 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
1
1st (9) Smooth Tom (10/1 -43%)
Smooth Tom

10/1(-43%)
(9) Smooth Tom 10/1, 13/2, eighth of 11 in handicap at Cork (10.1f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Others make more appeal.
Has a bit to find with a few of these rivals on running at this venue and Cork last month.
2
2nd (5) Giladah (4.5/1 +0%)
Giladah

4.5/1(+0%)
(5) Giladah 4.5/1, Course winner. 12/1, very good third of 11 in handicap at Cork (10.1f, good to soft) 16 days ago, caught further back than ideal. Not taken lightly.
Three handicap wins last year, good return at Cork when only a head behind Timourid.
3
3rd (7) Mr Rango (16/1 +20%)
Mr Rango

16/1(+20%)
(7) Mr Rango 16/1, Latest win at the Curragh in October. 11/2, good third of 16 in handicap at Naas (10f, heavy). Off 6 months. Others have achieved more.
Enjoyed a good spell of form in the latter part of last season, could go well on return.
4
4th (17) Turbulence (18/1 +28%)
Turbulence

18/1(+28%)
(17) Turbulence 18/1, 9/1, bit below form seventh of 17 in handicap at Galway (8.3f, heavy). Off 6 months. Back up in trip. On a handy mark and worth a market check.
Won a Killarney maiden in 2021, ran only three times last year, first run was his best.
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5th (12) Wild Dollar (4.5/1 +18%)
Wild Dollar

4.5/1(+18%)
(12) Wild Dollar 4.5/1, 25/1, third of 16 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 32 days ago, never nearer. Expected to be bang there.
Almost two years since recording his sole win, shaped with promise over C&D a month ago.
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6th (4) Kingswear (28/1 -56%)
Kingswear

28/1(-56%)
(4) Kingswear 28/1, 10/1, good second of 9 in handicap at Gowran (13.7f, heavy) 19 days ago, better placed than most. Tongue strap on 1st time. Should give another good account.
Won twice for Godolphin, best run for this team when second on latest, shorter trip now.
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7th (2) Finans Bay (22/1 +21%)
Finans Bay

22/1(+21%)
(2) Finans Bay 22/1, Unreliable type. Course winner. 20/1, creditable sixth of 11 in handicap at Cork (10.1f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Others make more appeal.12
Has come down in the ratings but appears held by Giladah and Timourid on Cork running.
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8th (1) Weston (14/1 -17%)
Weston

14/1(-17%)
(1) Weston 14/1, 2/1, 8 lengths fourth of 8 to Well Disposed in Gr 3 at Baden-Baden (11.9f, soft). Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving Andreas Suborics. More required but can't be dismissed having joined a quality outfit.
Useful sort in Germany last season, trip and ground should suit, interesting recruit.
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9th (18) Alma Libre (7/1 +56%)
Alma Libre

7/1(+56%)
(18) Alma Libre 7/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, bit below form seventh of 13 in handicap at Punchestown (9f, good to soft, 11/2). Off 7 months. Others make more appeal.
Placed in four of her seven races last year, seems likely to pick up race at some stage.
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10th (10) Eastern Wind (66/1 -32%)
Eastern Wind

66/1(-32%)
(10) Eastern Wind 66/1, Course winner. Twelfth of 13 in handicap (20/1) at this course (8f, heavy) 35 days ago, ridden too aggressively. Up in trip. Hood on 1st time.
Course winner over 1m last summer, went off too quick for his own good here five weeks ago.
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11th (14) New Hill (11/1 +56%)
New Hill

11/1(+56%)
(14) New Hill 11/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2021. 8/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at Cork (10.1f, good to soft) 16 days ago.
Started the season brightly with C&D fourth, failed to reproduce that form at Cork.
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12th (16) Turf Range (80/1 -100%)
Turf Range

80/1(-100%)
(16) Turf Range 80/1, Latest win at Dundalk in March. Creditable fifth of 14 in handicap (7/1) at Dundalk (12f) 26 days ago. Plenty to find on form. Not discounted.
Four wins and three seconds at Dundalk, 0-11 record on turf strikes a note of caution.
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13th (19) Purple Gown (12/1 -100%)
Purple Gown

12/1(-100%)
(19) Purple Gown 12/1, 6/5, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at this course (8f, heavy) 35 days ago, kept up to work. Going the right way and should go well again.
Ended last season looking well exposed, has come good this term, strong contender.
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14th (3) Golden Twilight (10/1 +0%)
Golden Twilight

10/1(+0%)
(3) Golden Twilight 10/1, Career best when winning 14-runner handicap (11/2) at Dundalk (12f), sticking to task. Off 6 months. Can get involved if tuned up for his return.
Four-time winner at Dundalk, probably best at 1m4f, went close over 1m5f here last autumn.
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15th (11) Timourid (9/1 -20%)
Timourid

9/1(-20%)
(11) Timourid 9/1, 13/2, good second of 11 in handicap at Cork (10.1f, good to soft) 16 days ago, running on. Likely to be on the premises again.
Just in front of Wild Dollar and New Hill over C&D, another good effort at Cork last time.
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16th (15) Imposing Supreme (33/1 +0%)
Imposing Supreme

33/1(+0%)
(15) Imposing Supreme 33/1, Seventh of 11 in handicap (7/2) at Killarney (8.1f, soft). Off 7 months. Back up in trip. Likely to need this reappearance and others make more appeal.
Best form when winning twice at 2021 Galway festival, form was uneven last season.
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17th (8) Laughifuwant (16/1 -33%)
Laughifuwant

16/1(-33%)
(8) Laughifuwant 16/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2020. Creditable fifth of 14 in handicap at Limerick (8f, soft, 8/1) 15 days ago, not ideally placed. Back up in trip. Chance on old form.
Has come down in the world since winner and Group/Listed-placed in 2020, definite chance.
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18th (13) Rain (40/1 -21%)
Rain

40/1(-21%)
(13) Rain 40/1, Latest win at Clairefontaine in October. Last of 11 in handicap at Saint-Cloud (12.4f, soft, 24/10). Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving A. Fabre. Others more persuasive.
Placed three times over this trip for Andre Fabre but her sole win was over further.
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19th (6) Kojin (66/1 -65%)
Kojin

66/1(-65%)
(6) Kojin 66/1, Thirteenth of 16 in handicap at Naas (10f, heavy, 28/1). Off 6 months. Easy to look elsewhere.
Progressive in his first four races last term, improvement not sustained on last two runs.
LTO Selection:

16:35 Leopardstown Handicap 10f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

1st: 6/1 (19) PURPLE GOWN 2nd: 7.5/1 (11) TIMOURID 3rd: 18/1 (4) KINGSWEAR

GILADAH shaped well enough on her seasonal debut at Cork to suggest she can now record a third career success at this venue. Both owned and trained by Dermot Weld, the four-year-old was a dual winner over a furlong shorter here twice last year and judging by her strong finish at Cork, the daughter of Muhaarar should appreciate the extra yardage. Timourid, who was a place ahead of the Weld filly last time, should again be involved. Trainer Paul Flynn has his string in rude health at present and this gelding has been highly consistent. Allowing for his riders claim, Timourid actually meets Giladah on slightly better terms. Laughifuwant kept on nicely when fifth at Limerick last time but does have to prove his stamina for this longer distance.

WILD DOLLAR did really well to finish third from a poor position on his return to the Flat over C&D a month ago and, from a lenient mark, he makes most appeal. Purple Gown is an obvious threat having improved to score at this course last time and Timourid also warrants consideration.

It may be worth taking a chance with LAUGHIFUWANT who has dropped a long way in the ratings since enjoying a productive 2020 campaign


16:50 Newmarket Handicap (Class 3) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (9) Saxon King (5/1 +44%)
Saxon King

5/1(+44%)
(9) Saxon King 5/1, Put his experience to good use to open his account at the fourth attempt at Haydock (1m, heavy) last year, making running and proving game. Can give another good account now going handicapping after 6 months off.
2
2nd (4) Dark Thirty (12/1 +40%)
Dark Thirty

12/1(+40%)
(4) Dark Thirty 12/1, Didn't progress as hoped last year having made a winning debut in a Newbury maiden (6f, good) in May. After 6 months off, ran as well as could be expected in listed race at Newcastle last month, but failed to repeat that effort back at Newbury next time.
3
3rd (3) Metal Merchant (6.5/1 +28%)
Metal Merchant

6.5/1(+28%)
(3) Metal Merchant 6.5/1, Novice/nursery winner who found Zetland Stakes company beyond him at this course (1m2f, good) in October. After 5 months off, finished last of 7 in minor event at Kempton (1m) in March, so he has work to do now back in a handicap.
4
4th (10) Gareeb (10/1 +9%)
Gareeb

10/1(+9%)
(10) Gareeb 10/1, Upped in trip for all-weather/handicap debut after 6 months off, gained her first success in 6-runner contest at Southwell (8.1f) 23 days ago. Better placed than most there but she appeals as the type who could go on improving this year.
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5th (6) Kadovar (2.12/1 +47%)
Kadovar

2.12/1(+47%)
(6) Kadovar 2.12/1, Has left his reappearance effort behind in his 2 subsequent starts, improving once more when opening account in minor event at Epsom (8.5f, heavy) 12 days ago. Is going the right way and can score again back in handicap company.
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6th (1) Hectic (4/1 +0%)
Hectic

4/1(+0%)
(1) Hectic 4/1, Didn't manage to go on after a winning debut last year but, after 8 months off, got back on the up when second on handicap debut at Newbury (7f, heavy) 16 days ago. Showed plenty of speed last time, so task is now to build on that effort upped in trip.
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7th (2) Legend Of Leros (6/1 +8%)
Legend Of Leros

6/1(+8%)
(2) Legend Of Leros 6/1, Stepped up on his debut effort in no uncertain terms when landing 13-runner maiden at Doncaster (7f, heavy) in October. Similar form when third in minor event at Kempton (1m) on return last month and could have more to offer now handicapping.
LTO Selection:

16:50 Newmarket Handicap (Class 3) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Based on the summary, 4/1 (6) KADOVAR seems to be the strongest contender as he has been improving and won his most recent race. 6.5/1 (8) GULMARG and 14/1 (7) JUST BRING IT also have potential as they have been in good form and have won handicaps before. Therefore, the predicted order of finish would be: 1. 4/1 (6) KADOVAR 2. 6.5/1 (8) GULMARG 3. 14/1 (7) JUST BRING IT

A decent two-year-old last year, who contested some valuable contests, HECTIC returned with a solid runner-up effort at Newbury last month. The step up to a mile can see him go one better on this occasion, with easy Epsom scorer Kadovar and recent C&D third Gulmarg looking best placed to chase him home. Legend Of Leros and Saxon King are not without chances either.

An open-looking contest, with preference for KADOVAR who continued his improvement this year when getting off the mark in good style at Epsom 12 days ago. He is taken to follow up back in handicap company, though Gulmarg isn't taken lightly after a good third over C&D last month. Legend of Leros is another to consider on his handicap debut.

Defence Of Fort brings untapped potential but HECTIC ran with some promise at Newbury and can improve for today's extra furlong.


16:58 Hamilton Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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

2.5/1(+50%)
(2) Slainte Mhath 2.5/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Redcar in April. 9/2, creditable second of 15 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 15 days ago, drawn away from other principals. Clearly still on fair mark and should go well again.
C&D winner who has won easily and been a close second since returned to turf; major claims.
2
2nd (1) So Grateful (22/1 -10%)
So Grateful

22/1(-10%)
(1) So Grateful 22/1, Three wins from 14 runs last year. Possibly unsuited by heavy ground when ninth of 11 in handicap (14/1) at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 15 days ago. Something to find on form.
All three wins have come on the AW and he is 0-15 on turf; others peferred.
3
3rd (5) Impressor (11/1 +8%)
Impressor

11/1(+8%)
(5) Impressor 11/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. Latest win at Redcar in April. 10/1, below form sixth of 15 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 15 days ago, never nearer. Frame claims.
Won at Redcar last month but finished around 4l behind Slainte Mhath at Thirsk next time.
4
4th (3) Iris Dancer (3/1 +14%)
Iris Dancer

3/1(+14%)
(3) Iris Dancer 3/1, Won twice on C&D last term and wasn't disgraced when third of 15 in handicap at Ripon (6f, soft) 17 days ago. Drops in grade here and looks set to go well again.
Dual C&D winner who ran well when third at Ripon last time; each-way claims at least.
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5th (4) Kats Bob (5.5/1 +39%)
Kats Bob

5.5/1(+39%)
(4) Kats Bob 5.5/1, C&D winner. Respectable eighth of 16 in handicap (18/1) at Haydock (6f, good to firm) 8 days ago, not seen to best effect away from main action. Still looks high enough in weights.
Dual C&D winner who is back off the same mark as when winning this race last year.
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6th (8) Jaminoz (25/1 -25%)
Jaminoz

25/1(-25%)
(8) Jaminoz 25/1, Improved to get off mark at Ayr on penultimate start last season, seeming well suited by the extreme ground. Failed to repeat that effort next and others are preferred after 6 months off.
Something to prove returning to sprinting after 205 days off.
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7th (6) Sir Benedict (3.2/1 +42%)
Sir Benedict

3.2/1(+42%)
(6) Sir Benedict 3.2/1, C&D winner. Has been rather luckless in defeat on a good number of recent outings and now races from a career-low mark, so no surprise to see him make more impact if things drop for him.
Won over C&D last summer but that's his only win in his last 35 starts; others more solid.
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8th (9) Billy Wedge (18/1 -29%)
Billy Wedge

18/1(-29%)
(9) Billy Wedge 18/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. 14/1, seemed to excel himself from out of weights when third of 11 in handicap at Redcar (7f, heavy) 20 days ago, albeit well positioned. Must now back that up.
Ran well in both starts since return, but shorter trip and record of 3-42 raise questions.
LTO Selection:

16:58 Hamilton Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

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

1st: 5/1 (2) SLAINTE MHATH 2nd: 3/1 (7) TWO SUMMERS 3rd: 3.5/1 (3) IRIS DANCER

SLAINTE MHATH is somewhat unlucky not to be coming here on a hat-trick, having found an in-form mare just too good at Thirsk last time out. A 1lb rise for that effort could prove lenient and she is narrowly preferred to the consistent Two Summers, whose last win came over this distance at Catterick last October. Billy Wedge and Iris Dancer are also capable of being in the shake-up.

TWO SUMMERS has returned in fine form and Adrian Keatley's likeable filly looks set to record a deserved first success of the year. C&D specialist Iris Dancer is a big threat after an encouraging return at Ripon, whilst recent Thirsk runner-up Slainte Mhath is another to merit serious consideration.

It may be worth chancing dual C&D winner KATS BOB who has dropped to the same mark as when winning this race last year.


17:10 Leopardstown Handicap 12f - 6 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) Amusement (4/1 +38%)
Amusement

4/1(+38%)
(4) Amusement 4/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 5/1 and blinkered for 1st time, good fourth of 11 in nursery at the Curragh (7f, soft), slowly away. Off 7 months. Significantly up in trip.
0-5 last season but by Galileo so going beyond a mile for the first time may help..
2
2nd (3) Teutates (4/1 +60%)
Teutates

4/1(+60%)
(3) Teutates 4/1, Thrice-raced winner. 1 win from 3 runs this year. 5/1, fifth of 12 in handicap at this course (10f, heavy) 35 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time.
Has been lugging left so cheekpieces could make a difference; mark seems fair..
3
3rd (1) Water Nymph (12/1 -85%)
Water Nymph

12/1(-85%)
(1) Water Nymph 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 4/1, below form fifth of 13 in maiden at Gowran (9.6f, heavy) 19 days ago. Up in trip. Trainer going well. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Makes handicap debut.
Beaten double-digit lengths in 7f/1m1f maidens this season; now in cheekpieces..
4
4th (8) Picture Of A City (1.88/1 +66%)
Picture Of A City

1.88/1(+66%)
(8) Picture Of A City 1.88/1, Twice-raced maiden. Third of 9 in maiden at Limerick (11.2f, soft, 9/2) 15 days ago, needing stiffer test. Makes handicap debut. Open to improvement. Interesting runner.
This mark is no gift but should have improvement in him after only two starts..
5th
5th (5) Sixpack (3.5/1 +36%)
Sixpack

3.5/1(+36%)
(5) Sixpack 3.5/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 10/1, sixth of 14 in maiden at Cork (10.1f, good to soft) 16 days ago, not knocked about. Yard having good spell. Makes handicap debut. Open to progress. Player.
Lightly raced and in the right hands to carve out a career in handicaps..
6th
6th (9) Lasting Peace (8/1 +6%)
Lasting Peace

8/1(+6%)
(9) Lasting Peace 8/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 40/1, fourth of 15 in maiden at Gowran (9.6f, heavy) 19 days ago. Up in trip. Makes handicap debut.
Encouraging 4th in his latest maiden and brings some momentum into handicaps..
LTO Selection:

17:10 Leopardstown Handicap 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

1st - 6/1 (2) AUTOCRAT 2nd - 4.5/1 (6) DUBAWI SPECTRE 3rd - 10/1 (3) TEUTATES

Irish Derby entrant PICTURE OF A CITY should strip fitter now having been entitled to need his reappearance at Limerick. On that occasion, the Andy Oliver-trained colt kept on late having hit a flat spot. It will be a surprise if this son of Cityscape isn't capable of much better than a rating of 71. Sixpack is bred to appreciate a stamina test so the Johnny Murtagh trained gelding has to be a real threat on his handicap debut. On the bare form of his three maiden runs he doesn't look badly treated on his initial foray into handicaps. Teutates didn't look the most straightforward on his handicap debut at this track last time but first-time cheekpieces may help. He also drops into a lower grade now so has to be respected.

Johnny Murtagh has his team in good form so perhaps SIXPACK can strike on handicap debut after catching the eye a bit last time. Dubawi Spectre's last 2 efforts show he can be very competitive from his mark, while Picture Of A City is a possible improver for the Andrew Oliver team now making a quick switch to handicaps.

This looks very open. LASTING PEACE has progressed in maidens and this longer trip heightens interest on his handicap debut.


17:25 Newmarket Handicap (Class 3) 10f - 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) Royal Rhyme (4/1 +20%)
Royal Rhyme

4/1(+20%)
(3) Royal Rhyme 4/1, Overcame inexperience to make a winning debut at Thirsk on sole start at 2 yrs. Hasn't kicked on quite as well as anticipated this term, but the form of his recent third at Haydock (8f, good to firm) entitles him to be in the mix up in trip.
Creditable third of nine in handicap at Haydock (1m) and this extra 2f will probably suit.
2
2nd (5) Rathgar (2.25/1 +50%)
Rathgar

2.25/1(+50%)
(5) Rathgar 2.25/1, Progressed from run to run at 2 yrs, getting off the mark at the third attempt in novice at Goodwood 7 months ago. Remains open to improvement and no surprise to see him figure on handicap debut.
Proved his stamina already as 2yo, on good to soft; very much the type to build on that.
3
3rd (1) High Honour (14/1 -75%)
High Honour

14/1(-75%)
(1) High Honour 14/1, Expensive purchase who got off the mark at the second attempt in a Goodwood maiden (1m, good to soft) last year. Well held on handicap debut over C&D on return and still looks bit high in weights. Tongue strap added.
Below form in recent C&D handicap (good to soft; made most); now also has his tongue tied.
4
4th (2) Lion Of War (2.75/1 +31%)
Lion Of War

2.75/1(+31%)
(2) Lion Of War 2.75/1, Ready winner of a 7f Leicester maiden on debut and followed up in impressive fashion at Newcastle in June. Creditable effort when third of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (8f, good to soft) 29 days ago on return and looks ready for this step up in trip, so is shortlisted.
3rd in handicaps over 7f/1m; needs improvement but it's easy to think that 1m2f will help.
5th
5th (4) Cool Party (6.5/1 -44%)
Cool Party

6.5/1(-44%)
(4) Cool Party 6.5/1, Landed short odds in 4-runner maiden at Epsom on his second start at 2 yrs before following up in comfortable fashion at Wolverhampton next time. Off since October but he has all the makings of a useful middle-distance prospect and he's highly respected on handicap bow.
Late foal; useful pedigree for 1m2f+; won twice as 2yo but can still come into his own.
6th
6th (6) My Lion (6/1 +33%)
My Lion

6/1(+33%)
(6) My Lion 6/1, Confirmed debut promise when winning 10-runner novice event at Windsor on the second of 2 starts in her juvenile year. Progressed further when runner-up in similar race at Kempton last month, quickening up well before being collared late. Likely to improve further now handicapping.
Pipped over 1m2f on return; makes handicap debut and should still be capable of better.
LTO Selection:

17:25 Newmarket Handicap (Class 3) 10f Race Class Flow

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

1st: 9/1 (6) MY LION 2nd: 4.5/1 (4) COOL PARTY 3rd: 4.5/1 (5) RATHGAR

RATHGAR ended last season with a comfortable success at Goodwood and he looks just the type to improve over further, with a mark of 85 looking manageable on his handicap debut. Cool Party arrives in search of a hat-trick, so must enter calculations, along with Mindset, who has plenty of potential going up in trip. Narrowly denied on his return at Kempton last month, My Lion can also have a say in proceedings.

A typically hot event for the track, but COOL PARTY stands out as being particularly interesting, having plenty in hand when scoring at Wolverhampton on his final start last term and seeming certain to appreciate the step up in trip. Lion of War ran well at Musselburgh last time and is another who should prove better-suited by middle distances, with Royal Rhyme getting slight preference of the remainder.

The biggest improver might be COOL PARTY appearing over this trip for the first time. Group 2 entry Rathgar is second on the list.


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