Tomform Friday 19th May 2023

There were 51 Races on Friday 19th May 2023 across 7 meetings. There was 7 races at York, 8 races at Newbury, 8 races at Leopardstown, 7 races at Downpatrick, 7 races at Newmarket, 7 races at Hamilton, 7 races at Aintree, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Friday 19th May 2023

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

13:30 Newbury Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (10) Mabre (12/1 -50%)
Mabre

12/1(-50%)
(10) Mabre 12/1, Latest win at Lingfield in March. Well backed but seemed amiss on return to turf at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) just over 5 weeks ago and has good chance on form if none the worse.
Modest effort returned to turf last time and wouldn't want the ground to dry out too much.
2
2nd (12) Greg The Great (9/1 +44%)
Greg The Great

9/1(+44%)
(12) Greg The Great 9/1, Won 3 times last year (twice at Chepstow) and shaped as if better for the run after 6 months off at Kempton (8f) just over a fortnight ago. Has dropped to his last winning mark but will need to take a big step forward.
Back off a fair mark and would have needed recent return; claims.
3
3rd (2) Trais Fluors (11/1 -38%)
Trais Fluors

11/1(-38%)
(2) Trais Fluors 11/1, One win from 32 Flat runs and ran poorly after 6 months off at Brighton (7f, good, 3/1) earlier this month. First-time cheekpieces need to spark a revival.
Successful in just one of his last 36 starts and makes little appeal; cheekpieces on.
4
4th (9) Le Reveur (11/1 +39%)
Le Reveur

11/1(+39%)
(9) Le Reveur 11/1, Now 6 lb below the mark off which he gained his latest success at Doncaster last June, but subsequent efforts merely underline his inconsistency and he will need to hit the ground running returning from 6 months off.
Off seven months, but has gone well fresh and 6lb below last winning mark.
5th
5th (6) Rival (8/1 -7%)
Rival

8/1(-7%)
(6) Rival 8/1, Ran creditably when third on return at Windsor (8.1f, heavy) last month and took a small step forward when filling that same position at Bath (8f, soft) 8 days ago. Headgear tried for just a second time but probably needs more help from the assessor.
Has run well to finish third in both starts since returning; solid chance.
6th
6th (13) Runner Bean (100/1 -100%)
Runner Bean

100/1(-100%)
(13) Runner Bean 100/1, Excuses at Kempton last time (clipped heels and stumbled after 2f) but trip a big question mark and this his first outing on turf.
Unplaced in seven starts on the AW; 2lb wrong on turf debut and plenty to prove.
7th
7th (3) Sandy Paradise (11/1 -144%)
Sandy Paradise

11/1(-144%)
(3) Sandy Paradise 11/1, All 3 wins have been on the all-weather and he again ran well when finishing runner-up at Kempton (8f) just over a fortnight ago, edged out final 50 yds. Shouldn't be long in going one better.
3-14 on AW but 0-7 on grass; best turf form on good to firm.
8th
8th (8) Lenny's Spirit (3.5/1 +50%)
Lenny's Spirit

3.5/1(+50%)
(8) Lenny's Spirit 3.5/1, Won 3 times last year and, after 5 months off, not discredited when fifth at Lingfield (1m, AW) last month. Wasn't seen to best effect back up in trip at Chelmsford just over a fortnight ago but needs considering back on turf in this larger-field scenario.
In good form on turf last summer and looks on a fair mark now back on grass.
9th
9th (1) Flag Of Truth (6.5/1 -8%)
Flag Of Truth

6.5/1(-8%)
(1) Flag Of Truth 6.5/1, Well supported and ran his best race with first-time cheekpieces applied when runner-up in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 10 days ago, headed final 1f but sticking to his task. Blinkers the headgear of choice on this occasion.
0-5, but only just beaten on the AW last time and shortlisted; blinkers on.
10th
10th (7) Painless Potter (16/1 +43%)
Painless Potter

16/1(+43%)
(7) Painless Potter 16/1, Sole success came at Chepstow (1m) in August but both outings this year have offered little encouragement. Mark continues to slide but others preferred.
Held since winning a Chepstow novice last August; hard to enthuse over; cheekpieces on.
11th
11th (11) Newton Jack (3.33/1 +63%)
Newton Jack

3.33/1(+63%)
(11) Newton Jack 3.33/1, Made a winning return at Windsor last season and reappears from a mark 8 lb lower. Certainly not out of things.
8lb lower than when making a winning reappearance last season; worth a second look.
12th
12th (4) Taravara (28/1 -27%)
Taravara

28/1(-27%)
(4) Taravara 28/1, Sole win from 22 Flat runs came at Southwell in December. However, he seems to be in a lull for now and hopes pinned on reapplied headgear doing the trick.
1-22, but 2lb below his winning mark and has gone close a couple of times on turf.
LTO Selection:

13:30 Newbury Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

It might have been a while since TRAIS FLUORS' last success, but that's reflected in his sliding handicap mark. Better was clearly expected at Brighton 17 days ago, having been sent off as favourite, but first-time cheekpieces may sharpen him up and a further 2lb drop in the ratings ought to further aid his chances. The unexposed Flag Of Truth merits consideration, while Rival continues to run well in defeat and he might not be far away either.

A tricky start to proceedings with the tentative vote going to LENNY'S SPIRIT, who wasn't seen to best effect at Chelmsford just over a fortnight ago and Ed Dunlop's charge is fancied to regain the winning thread with this larger-field scenario likely to be in his favour. Second choice is Sandy Paradise, who has hit the crossbar on his last couple of starts and may have to settle for silver once again, with Mabre and Flag of Truth rounding off the shortlist.

This can go to RIVAL (nap) who has run well in both starts since returning last month, including in a much stronger contest last time.


13:40 Newmarket Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (8) Epic Express (9/1 -13%)
Epic Express

9/1(-13%)
(8) Epic Express 9/1, Has edged down to a handy mark and wasn't seen to best effect when fifth at Chelmsford last time. Not taken lightly with cheekpieces refitted.
None too consistent on AW since last July; not sure what to expect.
2
2nd (2) Society Lion (4/1 -60%)
Society Lion

4/1(-60%)
(2) Society Lion 4/1, Looked back to his best when scoring at Thirsk in April and easily excused a lesser effort at Leicester subsequently. Remains well treated on old form, so he's worth chancing.
Had an excuse last time; better judged on Thirsk success earlier in April.
3
3rd (6) Airshow (4.5/1 +59%)
Airshow

4.5/1(+59%)
(6) Airshow 4.5/1, Latest win at Southwell in March. Below form both starts since, markedly so at Salisbury on latest, so others make more appeal.
Effective on turf but form dipped when returned to this sphere last time.
4
4th (4) Regal Envoy (8/1 +11%)
Regal Envoy

8/1(+11%)
(4) Regal Envoy 8/1, Fairly useful at best for Clive Cox and, while he ended his time for that stable out of sorts, he's been gelded ahead of this return and is worth monitoring in the betting.
Competitively weighted off last winning mark; debut for new stable.
5th
5th (10) Company Minx (20/1 +39%)
Company Minx

20/1(+39%)
(10) Company Minx 20/1, Back to form when scoring at Kempton in April but has failed to beat a rival in two subsequent outings. Up against it.
50-1 success off 12lb higher in this race in 2021; however, hard to predict.
6th
6th (5) Wiseacre (6/1 -20%)
Wiseacre

6/1(-20%)
(5) Wiseacre 6/1, Returned with a solid showing at Wolverhampton in March and didn't have much go right at Chelmsford on only subsequent outing. Likely to bounce back and deserves some respect.
0-7; best to forgive latest effort; has some encouraging form otherwise.
7th
7th (9) Sir Rodneyredblood (9/1 -29%)
Sir Rodneyredblood

9/1(-29%)
(9) Sir Rodneyredblood 9/1, Won twice in March and shaped as if still in top form when runner-up at Lingfield last month. Turf record is uninspiring but his mark reflects that.
Well treated if transferring recent AW form back to turf.
8th
8th (7) Media Guest (11/1 +21%)
Media Guest

11/1(+21%)
(7) Media Guest 11/1, Fairly useful handicapper at best but out of sorts this term and others make more appeal.
Sole success came in 2021 and he's not solid on this year's form.
9th
9th (1) Prince Of Bel Lir (7/1 +42%)
Prince Of Bel Lir

7/1(+42%)
(1) Prince Of Bel Lir 7/1, 50/1, last of 19 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, heavy) 47 days ago. Now below last winning mark but not threatening to capitalise.
Now 4lb lower than last winning mark and drops back in grade; revival possible.
10th
10th (3) Dynamic Talent (12/1 -71%)
Dynamic Talent

12/1(-71%)
(3) Dynamic Talent 12/1, Won three times last year and took a step back in the right direction when sixth at Chelmsford last time. On a fair mark and could make his presence felt.
Has possibilities if taking well to this different scenario (drops to 6f, rare turf start).
LTO Selection:

13:40 Newmarket Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

DYNAMIC TALENT's stamina appeared stretched by a mile at Chelmsford last month and he may be worth chancing now dropped in trip. Society Lion could have been feeling the exertions of his triumph at Thirsk when finishing down the field seven days later at Leicester in April and a return to form looks a distinct possibility. Sir Rodneyredblood is best known for his exploits on the all-weather, but he also enters the reckoning now operating off a significantly lower mark in this sphere, despite being 5lb out of the handicap.

SOCIETY LION scored with something to spare at Thirsk on his penultimate outing and his next outing at Leicester is easily excused, so he's well worth another chance. Wiseacre looks the main danger and Sir Rodneyredblood is worthy of interest from a lower turf mark.

Solid propositions are thin on the ground, for various reasons. WISEACRE is the suggestion, with Dynamic Talent second choice.


13:50 York Listed (Class 1) 5f - 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
(3) Callianassa (125/1 -150%)
Callianassa

125/1(-150%)
(3) Callianassa 125/1, Invincible Army filly. Dam, lightly raced (best effort at 5f), half-sister to smart 11f-17f winner Amade. Showed something to work on when fourth at Newcastle but plenty to find at this level.
Encouraging debut at Newcastle; open to improvement but has plenty to find.
1
1st (6) Got To Love A Grey (2.5/1 +22%)
Got To Love A Grey

2.5/1(+22%)
(6) Got To Love A Grey 2.5/1, 52,000 gns Dark Angel half-sister to 3 winners, including 1m-10.5f winner Doctor Ron and ungenuine 1m winner Wake Up Harry. Dam useful 1m winner (including at 2 yrs). Looked potentially useful when justifying market confidence in style at Nottingham so must be considered.
Impressive on debut at Nottingham and has strong claims for last year's winning yard.
2
2nd (4) Dorothy Lawrence (9/1 -29%)
Dorothy Lawrence

9/1(-29%)
(4) Dorothy Lawrence 9/1, Soldier's Call filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful winner up to 9f Festive Star and 1½m-1¾m winner Touch of Genius. Dam 6f winner. 85/40, 3¼ lengths second of 9 to Persian Dreamer in maiden at Newmarket. Open to improvement but needs to be to reverse placings with the winner.
No match for winner Persian Dreamer on Newmarket debut but is in good hands to improve.
3
3rd (5) Gaiden (7.5/1 -25%)
Gaiden

7.5/1(-25%)
(5) Gaiden 7.5/1, £65,000 yearling, Mehmas filly. Dam unraced half-sister to smart winner up to 1m (stayed 12.5f) Lustrous. Showed plenty when runner-up in heavy-ground novice at Windsor and should improve.
Second on debut at Windsor; improvement needed but she should have a bright future.
4
4th (8) Persian Dreamer (1.62/1 +7%)
Persian Dreamer

1.62/1(+7%)
(8) Persian Dreamer 1.62/1, €145,000 yearling, Calyx filly. Half-sister to useful 6f winner Queen Olly. Dam, ran once at 9f, sister to very smart 1¼m winner Tiger Moth. Ran to a high level for a newcomer when making a winning debut at Newmarket by 3¼ lengths from Dorothy Lawrence and looks the one to beat.
Commanding winner on last month's debut at Newmarket and has leading claims.
5th
5th (7) Miss Woo Woo (100/1 -25%)
Miss Woo Woo

100/1(-25%)
(7) Miss Woo Woo 100/1, Well held in Newmarket maiden and is firmly up against it on that evidence.
Displayed pace on debut but finished down the field at 80-1 and others are preferred.
6th
6th (9) Tierney (16/1 +0%)
Tierney

16/1(+0%)
(9) Tierney 16/1, €50,000 foal, 115,000 gns yearling, Mehmas filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including Spanish 7f winner El Sokhna. Not knocked about when fourth in a Chester novice and big leap forward is required.
Did well to finish 4th in Lily Agnes given it was her debut; open to plenty of improvement.
7th
7th (1) Beenham (5/1 +44%)
Beenham

5/1(+44%)
(1) Beenham 5/1, Havana Grey filly who confirmed debut promise when making all in Goodwood novice 2 weeks ago. Open to further improvement.
Did it nicely at Goodwood on her second start and she's an each-way possible.
8th
8th (2) Bellarchi (80/1 -142%)
Bellarchi

80/1(-142%)
(2) Bellarchi 80/1, £30,000 yearling, Mehmas filly. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner. Close third in a Thirsk novice on debut but that looked an ordinary event.
Close third on debut at Thirsk; open to improvement but big step forward needed here.
9th
9th (10) Treasure Storm (66/1 -200%)
Treasure Storm

66/1(-200%)
(10) Treasure Storm 66/1, €145,000 yearling, Expert Eye filly. Built on debut promise to win 4-runner novice at Nottingham 17 days ago but will find this a lot more demanding.
Nottingham win on second run but connections have much better chance with Persian Dreamer.
LTO Selection:

13:50 York Listed (Class 1) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Persian Dreamer had over three lengths to spare with Dorothy Lawrence at Newmarket last month but, with that experience under her belt, the latter may well get closer this time. However, they both may have their work cut out to stop GOT TO LOVE A GREY, who was a most impressive winner of a novice event at Nottingham on debut and looks an exciting filly for this season. If all goes to plan here, Royal Ascot is likely to be her next target.

PERSIAN DREAMER ran to a high level for a newcomer when making a winning debut at Newmarket and should prove hard to beat with that performance backed up by the clock. Got To Love A Grey also posted a solid timefigure when scoring by a wide margin at Nottingham and is a clear-next best.

There was a lot to like about PERSIAN DREAMER's dominant debut win at Newmarket and she is taken to make it two out of two.


14:05 Newbury Handicap (Class 3) 10f - 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
(5) Arthur's Realm (25/1 -39%)
Arthur's Realm

25/1(-39%)
(5) Arthur's Realm 25/1, Failed to build on his reappearance run when only seventh at Doncaster (1m, heavy) in April (had won the same race in 2022). Again below form at Newmarket a fortnight ago, so needs to get back on track returned to this trip with cheekpieces now applied.
Not seen often over this far these days and all three wins over 1m; cheekpieces on.
1
1st (12) Mustazeed (2.75/1 +45%)
Mustazeed

2.75/1(+45%)
(12) Mustazeed 2.75/1, Previously trained by Chris Wall, made a winning start for his new yard after 6 months off when landing 15-runner handicap at this C&D (heavy) last month by ¾ length from Time Interval, cosily. Not taken lightly.
Had four of these behind when making a successful stable debut over C&D last month.
2
2nd (19) Sweet Reward (10/1 +17%)
Sweet Reward

10/1(+17%)
(19) Sweet Reward 10/1, Failed to add to his tally in 2022 but posted several creditable efforts in defeat. However, went backwards from his reappearance when well held at Goodwood (9.9f, heavy) 13 days ago, so he has a bit to prove at present.
Well handicapped, but behind a few of these since returning last month.
3
3rd (4) Andaleep (40/1 -60%)
Andaleep

40/1(-60%)
(4) Andaleep 40/1, Made a winning stable debut in June last year and went on to enjoy a very productive campaign, scoring four more times with his latest success at Windsor (1m2f, good to firm) in October. However, found it tougher under a penalty at the same C&D when last seen 7 months ago
5-11 since joining this yard last summer; may come on for this first start in seven months.
4
4th (20) Solanna (33/1 -106%)
Solanna

33/1(-106%)
(20) Solanna 33/1, Returned to winning ways in handicap at Kempton in January and has been going the right way since, recording back-to-back victories at Yarmouth and Lingfield (both at 1m2f) this month. Carries a penalty up in grade.
Bids for a hat-trick off a 7lb higher mark; needs more to be competitive at this level.
5th
5th (1) Sun King (12/1 -33%)
Sun King

12/1(-33%)
(1) Sun King 12/1, A winner for Aidan O'Brien last April, ran up to best on debut for this stable when fifth in handicap at Kempton (1m) in January. After 4 months off, did too much too soon when fourth at Pontefract (1m2f, good to soft) last time, but should still be suited by this trip.
Ex-Aidan O'Brien; down in grade but this looks a tough task off top weight.
6th
6th (2) Wisper (11/1 +31%)
Wisper

11/1(+31%)
(2) Wisper 11/1, Landed four handicaps in 2022 and returned better than ever after 7 months off when also when winning at Brighton (9.9f, good) 17 days ago, helped by being held up in strongly-run race. Can give another good account.
Won six of her last 12 starts, but she does seem to prefer a sharp downhill track.
7th
7th (6) Storm Catcher (9/1 +36%)
Storm Catcher

9/1(+36%)
(6) Storm Catcher 9/1, Completed a hat-trick at Chelmsford (all at 1m2f) when successful there in February. After 9 weeks off, put up a good effort in his bid for the four-timer when fourth at Lingfield, finishing well having been drawn widest. Task is now to transfer that form over to turf.
In good form on the AW during the winter, but has to prove he can do it back on turf.
8th
8th (3) Wind Your Neck In (18/1 -29%)
Wind Your Neck In

18/1(-29%)
(3) Wind Your Neck In 18/1, Struggled in only three starts last year but, after a 9-month absence, back on track when runner-up in handicap at Bath (1m, soft) at the beginning of this month, despite needing a stiffer test. One to consider back up in trip.
Poor last year but much better on recent reappearance; worth considering.
9th
9th (16) Youthful King (40/1 -60%)
Youthful King

40/1(-60%)
(16) Youthful King 40/1, Gained a first victory of 2022 when winning handicap at Windsor last June before following up at Sandown 12 days later. Made a bold bid for his hat-trick when third at Goodwood, but run of good form halted when last at this C&D (good) in August. Off 9 months since (gelded).
Still 6lb above last winning mark and may need this first start in nine months.
10th
10th (17) Pledge Of Honour (33/1 -65%)
Pledge Of Honour

33/1(-65%)
(17) Pledge Of Honour 33/1, Won handicap at this C&D back in 2020 and returned to that level last year, enjoying a run of 4 wins in 6 starts. Lost little in defeat when fourth behind Andaleep at Sandown (1m2f, good) in August, but needs to pick up where he left off following a 9-month absence.
4-8 on turf last year, but likely he will be better for this first start in nine months.
11th
11th (11) Fast Steps (28/1 -133%)
Fast Steps

28/1(-133%)
(11) Fast Steps 28/1, Enjoyed a good spell last summer and after 8 months off he doubled his tally of handicap wins when successful at Windsor (1m2f, soft) 18 days ago, well on top at the finish. Can give his running once more.
4lb higher than for his successful Windsor return; each-way claims.
12th
12th (8) Time Interval (10/1 -11%)
Time Interval

10/1(-11%)
(8) Time Interval 10/1, Successful on his second outing last season and, after finishing runner-up to Mustazeed at this C&D on his return this year, repeated the feat when scoring at Goodwood (9.9f, heavy) 13 days ago. Respected in his current form.
Made all at Goodwood last time and just 3lb higher but will do well to dominate this field.
13th
13th (10) Tuxedo Junction (3.5/1 +30%)
Tuxedo Junction

3.5/1(+30%)
(10) Tuxedo Junction 3.5/1, Won maiden at Ffos Las last summer but down the field in handicaps on his following two starts. However, after 6 months off (gelded) he got back on the up when third to Mustazeed at this C&D last time. Can reverse the form with further progress to come.
Third behind Mustazeed and Time Interval over C&D last month; less exposed than that pair.
14th
14th (15) Premiere Ligne (22/1 +12%)
Premiere Ligne

22/1(+12%)
(15) Premiere Ligne 22/1, Ran to a fairly useful level when winning a pair of handicaps in France in 2022, successful in 10-runner event at Tarbes (11.4f, firm) when last seen in October. Off 7 months ahead of first run for yard after leaving Francois Rohaut.
2-7 at around 1m4f in France; makes stable debut after seven months off; watch market.
15th
15th (9) The Whipmaster (14/1 +0%)
The Whipmaster

14/1(+0%)
(9) The Whipmaster 14/1, Better than ever last season, racking up a four-timer in May/June. Continued in good heart on his next 3 starts, not seen to best effect at Ascot in August and at Epsom the following month, though finished the campaign with a below-par effort. Off 7 months (has had wind op).
Completed a four-timer last year; this looks a competitive race in which to reappear.
16th
16th (18) Sea Appeal (100/1 -150%)
Sea Appeal

100/1(-150%)
(18) Sea Appeal 100/1, Off the mark for current yard at the third attempt when winning handicap at Chelmsford (13.3f) in July last year. Failed to go from that effort, though, shaping as if amiss in minor event at the Curragh when last seen in October.
Returns from seven months off over a trip short of his best; others preferred.
17th
17th (13) First Officer (20/1 -25%)
First Officer

20/1(-25%)
(13) First Officer 20/1, Fine start for this yard in the autumn, scoring at Nottingham (10.2f, heavy) in October prior to a couple of solid efforts in Doncaster handicaps. Began the current year in decent nick on the all-weather, but below form back on turf last 2 outings. Blinkers reached for.
Finished behind four of these over C&D last time; blinkers on.
18th
18th (14) Tribal Wisdom (66/1 -200%)
Tribal Wisdom

66/1(-200%)
(14) Tribal Wisdom 66/1, Fairly useful form when runner-up on his first 3 starts, albeit beaten at 1/8 in a match at Windsor (1m2f) in August. Disappointed on handicap debut at Epsom the following month, though, so others preferred on his first run since leaving Charlie Appleby. Hood back on.
Runner-up three times in four starts for Charlie Appleby last year; watch market.
19th
19th (7) Wilkie (100/1 -150%)
Wilkie

100/1(-150%)
(7) Wilkie 100/1, Fairly useful performer in France for Andre Fabre and, after 17 months off, showed he retained his ability when fifth of 7 in handicap at Epsom (10.1f, good) last September. Has struggled on heavy ground both starts since, but others still more persuasive.
Beaten miles on heavy ground the last twice; better ground may help, but lots to prove.
LTO Selection:

14:05 Newbury Handicap (Class 3) 10f Race Class Flow

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

TUXEDO JUNCTION (third) finished behind both Mustazeed (winner) and Time Interval (second) on his reappearance last month. He's now 6lb better off with both of those rivals, however, and it would be no surprise were he to reverse that form en route to victory. Wisper continues to progress and must be considered, along with Wind Your Neck In, who remains open to further improvement. Others to note include First Officer, Premiere Ligne and The Whipmaster.

TUXEDO JUNCTION got back on the up when third over C&D on his return (had been gelded) and he can take another step forward to reverse the form with Mustazeed from that race. Wind Your Neck In could be the main danger to the pair as he goes back up in trip following a promising reappearance, while Time Interval is another who merits consideration.

The vote goes to MUSTAZEED who appeared to win with more in hand than the margin would suggest on stable debut over C&D last month.


14:15 Newmarket Maiden (Class 4) 10f - 13 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) Davideo (5/1 +38%)
Davideo

5/1(+38%)
(2) Davideo 5/1, Bred to be useful and improved markedly from his debut when runner-up at Kempton 6 months ago. Type to better still, particularly with the extra distance to suit, so looks a player.
Ran well from the front at Kempton when last seen; one of the main form contenders.
2
2nd (11) Vaguely Royal (3.6/1 +55%)
Vaguely Royal

3.6/1(+55%)
(11) Vaguely Royal 3.6/1, Bred in the purple and offered plenty to work on when third of 7 in maiden at Yarmouth (8f, good to firm) on debut in September. In good hands and looks a likely improver this season.
Galileo colt whose sole 2yo effort (at Yarmouth) has substance; interesting contender.
3
3rd (6) Mythical Guest (100/1 -100%)
Mythical Guest

100/1(-100%)
(6) Mythical Guest 100/1, Half-brother to several winners and showed some ability at Yarmouth first time out. Might be more of a handicap type, however.
Finished 3l behind Savanna King at Yarmouth; needs to improve.
4
4th (9) Sniper's Eye (14/1 -115%)
Sniper's Eye

14/1(-115%)
(9) Sniper's Eye 14/1, Quite an expensive purchase from the Breeze-Ups and started nicely under a considerate ride when fourth in a Wolverhampton maiden 4 months ago. One to consider.
Encouraging debut at Wolverhampton in January; gelded since; open to progress.
5th
5th (10) Syllabus (2.5/1 +38%)
Syllabus

2.5/1(+38%)
(10) Syllabus 2.5/1, Sea The Stars who shaped well amidst inexperience when fourth here a month ago. Should build on that but has a bit to find with a couple of these rivals.
Sea The Stars colt who showed clear promise in the Wood Ditton here last month; respected.
6th
6th (8) Savanna King (18/1 -50%)
Savanna King

18/1(-50%)
(8) Savanna King 18/1, Well related and shaped with some encouragement when fifth at Yarmouth on debut. Longer trip will suit and he's open to improvement, so not a forlorn hope.
Roaring Lion colt who should improve on his Yarmouth debut effort; one to consider.
7th
7th (4) Hidden Story (2.25/1 -29%)
Hidden Story

2.25/1(-29%)
(4) Hidden Story 2.25/1, Expensive son of Dubawi who just failed to make a winning start at Nottingham and looks capable of going one better with progress on the cards.
Dubawi gelding who made a promising debut at Nottingham, battling on well; leading player.
8th
8th (12) Plus Point (150/1 -127%)
Plus Point

150/1(-127%)
(12) Plus Point 150/1, Hasn't shown enough in two starts to date to think she can feature in this.
Down the field in a couple of 1m events at Yarmouth.
9th
9th (13) Portraitist (80/1 -220%)
Portraitist

80/1(-220%)
(13) Portraitist 80/1, £20,000 yearling, Awtaad filly. Closely related to 1m-1½m winner Cape Freedom and half-sister to 1¼m-1½m winner Lyrical Attraction and 1¼m winner Classical Memories.
£20,000 yearling; by Awtaad; market can guide.
10th
10th (3) Dubawi Warrior (14/1 -27%)
Dubawi Warrior

14/1(-27%)
(3) Dubawi Warrior 14/1, Dubawi colt. Half-brother to useful winner up to 1m Al Mubhir. Dam smart winner up to 9f (2-y-o 7f winner). Makes appeal on pedigree.
Dubawi colt who is related to two winners for these connections; the pick of the newcomers.
11th
11th (1) Cosmic View (80/1 -264%)
Cosmic View

80/1(-264%)
(1) Cosmic View 80/1, Stepped forward from debut when fifth in a novice at Lingfield recently but will need more marked improvement if he's to open his account at the first attempt.
Fared better on AW last time; needs further progress back on turf.
12th
12th (5) Manxman (66/1 -136%)
Manxman

66/1(-136%)
(5) Manxman 66/1, 200,000 gns yearling, Cracksman colt. Half-brother to high-class winner up to 1¼m Dubai Honour. Low-key debut at Kempton 6 months ago and might be brought along gradually.
Well behind Davideo at Kempton on sole 2yo start; gelded since.
13th
13th (7) New York Bay (150/1 -200%)
New York Bay

150/1(-200%)
(7) New York Bay 150/1, €12,000 foal, £15,000 2-y-o, New Bay gelding. Half-brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Klosters. Dam, ran once, out of French/US 9f-11f winner Snow Polina, including Grade 1 9.5f event.
£15,000 2yo; by New Bay; probably best watched on debut.
LTO Selection:

14:15 Newmarket Maiden (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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

There was plenty of encouragement to be gleaned from HIDDEN STORY's debut second at Nottingham last month and he may have enough improvement in him to land this contest. Syllabus is another who should have learned a lot from his initial bid when finishing fourth over a mile at this venue in April, with a better showing possible now stepped up in distance. The returning Davideo could also have more to offer this season and completes the shortlist.

HIDDEN STORY ran a big race when narrowly denied at Nottingham first time out and, at a track where his stable boasts an excellent record, he takes preference over Davideo, who improved markedly when second at Kempton.

Most of the once-raced contenders are interesting types. First choice is SYLLABUS, ahead of Hidden Story.


14:25 York Listed (Class 1) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (8) Sounds Of Heaven (14/1 +0%)
Sounds Of Heaven

14/1(+0%)
(8) Sounds Of Heaven 14/1, Kingman filly who shaped well when runner-up on debut at Gowran in September and confirmed that promise when going one better under a straightforward ride at Leopardstown (1m) a month later. Faces no easy task on return, but there's undoubtedly better still to come.
Plenty of scope for improvement after she won 15-runner maiden at Leopardstown (1m) as 2yo.
2
2nd (6) Queen For You (4/1 -33%)
Queen For You

4/1(-33%)
(6) Queen For You 4/1, Bred in the purple and overcame inexperience to make a striking winning debut in 6-runner novice at Ascot (1m) 16 days ago. Open to significant improvement. Holds a Group 1 entry.
Won six-runner novice at Ascot (1m, good) 16 days ago by 2l, looking brimful of promise.
3
3rd (7) Silver Lady (2/1 +0%)
Silver Lady

2/1(+0%)
(7) Silver Lady 2/1, Bred to be the part and overcame greenness to score with plenty in hand on her debut at Newmarket (1m) last month, quickening clear final 100 yds. Has scope for plenty of improvement.
Evens, looked green but won 16-runner maiden at Newmarket (1m) one month ago in good style.
4
4th (3) Fakhama (12/1 +0%)
Fakhama

12/1(+0%)
(3) Fakhama 12/1, Kingman filly. Dam smart winner in South Africa (including Grade 1 1m events). Overcame inexperience to make a successful debut in heavy-ground maiden at Newbury (7f) 4 weeks ago and seems sure to improve, with 1m bound to suit.
Won six-runner maiden at Newbury (7f, soft) four weeks ago in clearcut fashion.
5th
5th (2) Clochette (18/1 +28%)
Clochette

18/1(+28%)
(2) Clochette 18/1, No Nay Never filly who confirmed the promise of her unlucky debut defeat when landing a 6f novice at Ascot in July. Not seen since then and isn't really bred to excel over this kind of trip, but it's still interesting connections pitch her in here.
Not sure to get 1m; needs improvement but she was promising ten months ago when last seen.
6th
6th (9) Stormy Sea (2.75/1 +31%)
Stormy Sea

2.75/1(+31%)
(9) Stormy Sea 2.75/1, Easy-to-back but made a promising start to her career when chasing home a long odds-on Godolphin filly at Kempton (7f) in November, clear of the rest. Confirmed that promise on the back of a breathing op when going one better in smooth style at Haydock (1m) 5 months later and there's more to come.
10-11, easily won seven-runner novice at Haydock (1m, good) three weeks ago on second run.
7th
7th (4) Glenlaurel (28/1 +30%)
Glenlaurel

28/1(+30%)
(4) Glenlaurel 28/1, Looked a good prospect when winning on debut at Thirsk but was no better than mid-field in a couple of pattern races on her next 2 outings. Ran well on seasonal return when fourth in Chelmsford listed event but needs to raise her game now upped significantly in trip.
Good deal better is surely needed after four 6f races, but she's bred far more for 1m+.
8th
8th (1) Juliet Sierra (7/1 +42%)
Juliet Sierra

7/1(+42%)
(1) Juliet Sierra 7/1, Progressive form at 2 yrs, landing the Dick Turpin Stakes at Salisbury (6f) in September before an excellent fifth in the Cheveley Park Stakes at Newmarket on final outing. Has a penalty to carry but there's stamina on the dam's side of her pedigree which suggests 1m will be within range.
Group 3 win before her fifth in the Group 1 Cheveley Park; good chance that 1m will suit.
LTO Selection:

14:25 York Listed (Class 1) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Silver Lady won well on debut at Newmarket and two subsequent winners have already come out of that race, so she has to be respected. However, preference is for STORMY SEA, who showed an impressive turn of foot to put her rivals to the sword last time at Haydock. She is a half-sister to Bay Bridge and, with any amount of improvement to come, she merits plenty of respect. Orchid Bloom is another to note.

QUEEN FOR YOU and Silver Lady both stand out having made striking winning debuts and are open to oodles of improvement. The former edges the vote though, her Group 1 entry in the Coronation Stakes at Royal Ascot suggesting she's held in really high regard by the Gosdens and the hint should be taken now that she steps up in grade. Stormy Sea is another promising filly who's in excellent hands.

Juliet Sierra has Group 1 form but gives 5lb all round. QUEEN FOR YOU, Silver Lady and Stormy Sea have made big impressions.


14:40 Newbury Maiden (Class 4) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (10) Zoulu Chief (150/1 +0%)
Zoulu Chief

150/1(+0%)
(10) Zoulu Chief 150/1, Foaled January 21. 22,000 gns foal, 27,000 gns yearling, Zoustar colt. Half-brother to 5.3f winner Hattie C. 50/1, seventh of 8 in minor event at Salisbury (5f, good to soft) on debut 15 days ago, slowly away. Plenty of improvement needed.
Well held on his Salisbury debut last month; will need a good deal more.
2
2nd (1) Baheer (1.25/1 +17%)
Baheer

1.25/1(+17%)
(1) Baheer 1.25/1, Foaled March 8. 100,000 gns yearling, Mehmas gelding. Dam unraced out of unraced sister to Park/Hungerford Stakes winner Balthazaar's Gift. Appealing newcomer.
Stable has won three of the last four runnings so well worth keeping an eye on.
3
3rd (3) Etihad Rail (25/1 +11%)
Etihad Rail

25/1(+11%)
(3) Etihad Rail 25/1, Foaled January 23. £3,000 yearling, Fast Company colt. Dam, maiden (stayed 7.5f), closely related to useful 1m winner Wahash.
Others make more appeal on pedigree and stable doesn't have many 2yos go in first time.
4
4th (5) Phone Tag (5/1 +33%)
Phone Tag

5/1(+33%)
(5) Phone Tag 5/1, Foaled February 27. 80,000 gns yearling, Havana Grey colt. Dam 2-y-o 1m winner.
Stable had a winning 2yo newcomer last month and well worth a market check.
5th
5th (7) Rednblue Sovereign (11/1 +21%)
Rednblue Sovereign

11/1(+21%)
(7) Rednblue Sovereign 11/1, Foaled March 20. €25,000 yearling, resold €60,000 yearling, Ten Sovereigns colt. Dam ran twice out of lightly-raced half-sister to high-class winner up to 14.6f Kingston Hill.
Stable had a winning newcomer at Beverley this month; watch market.
6th
6th (2) Battle Charge (4/1 -20%)
Battle Charge

4/1(-20%)
(2) Battle Charge 4/1, Foaled January 19. €82,000 foal, 180,000 gns yearling, Wootton Bassett colt. Closely related to winner in US by Almanzor. Dam unraced half-sister to smart winner up to 10.5f Hooking. Fair bit of appeal on paper and in-form yard have had winning 2-y-os this term.
Stable had a successful 2yo newcomer at Nottingham a week ago; interesting.
7th
7th (6) Quickfire (16/1 -33%)
Quickfire

16/1(-33%)
(6) Quickfire 16/1, Foaled February 26. 36,000 gns foal, 47,000 gns yearling, Land Force colt. Half-brother to useful winner up to 7.4f Byron's Choice and 2-y-o 6f winner Twilight Song.
Makes some appeal on pedigree, but stable has few winning 2yo newcomers.
8th
8th (8) Rust E Boy (12/1 -50%)
Rust E Boy

12/1(-50%)
(8) Rust E Boy 12/1, Foaled January 14. €37,000 yearling, Inns of Court colt. Dam winner up to 7f (2-y-o 6f winner). 25/1, fifth of 8 in maiden at this course (5.2f, heavy) on debut 28 days ago. That form has worked out and he should improve but this could be another useful event.
Some ability when fifth on debut here last month but up against some interesting newcomers.
9th
9th (4) Irrelevant (28/1 -133%)
Irrelevant

28/1(-133%)
(4) Irrelevant 28/1, Foaled April 10. €18,000 foal, 80,000 gns yearling, Ribchester colt out of close relative to smart winner up to 9.4f (runner-up in Irish Oaks) Jack Naylor.
Stable can get them ready first time and market should be revealing.
10th
10th (9) Time Signature (11/1 -22%)
Time Signature

11/1(-22%)
(9) Time Signature 11/1, Foaled January 25. 77,000 gns foal, 120,000 gns yearling, Dark Angel colt. Dam, winner up to 7f (2-y-o 6f winner), half-sister to useful winner up to 1m (stays 1¼m) Sound Angela.
Attractive pedigree, but stable has few winning 2yo newcomers.
LTO Selection:

14:40 Newbury Maiden (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Hugo Palmer has enjoyed a decent start with his juveniles this season, and it may be worth taking a chance on PHONE TAG. The 80,000gns purchase, a son of Havana Grey, should not lack for speed on debut and appeals as a likely contender. Baheer is bred to be sharp and should not be underestimated, while Battle Charge and Quickfire are others to consider.

Usually an informative maiden and newcomer BATTLE CHARGE gets the vote before market clues. Baheer and Time Signature are also appealing on debut, while Rust E Boy can improve on his first effort here 4 weeks ago, form which has been franked.

The vote goes to BATTLE CHARGE whose stable does well with 2yos first time out and had a winning newcomer at Nottingham a week ago.


14:50 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 (2) Honiton (5.5/1 -38%)
Honiton

5.5/1(-38%)
(2) Honiton 5.5/1, Off the mark in a Sandown maiden last June, but then met trouble when down the field in Golden Gates Handicap at Royal Ascot a week later. Was subsequently absent for 11 months, unable to handle conditions at Goodwood (9.9f, heavy) 13 days ago. This run should reveal more.
Remains of interest judged on his maiden/novice form, which stacks up very well.
2
2nd (1) Misty Dancer (4.5/1 +18%)
Misty Dancer

4.5/1(+18%)
(1) Misty Dancer 4.5/1, Landed a Goodwood maiden in August last year and also scored in handicaps at Ayr and Newbury on her next 2 starts. Travelled well for a long way in listed company at Doncaster (10.2f, heavy) on final outing of 2022, before possibly needing the run at Nottingham 17 days ago.
Held in Listed grade the last twice; 2-2 in handicaps, both against her own sex.
3
3rd (6) Qaasid (4.5/1 +0%)
Qaasid

4.5/1(+0%)
(6) Qaasid 4.5/1, In a change of headgear, produced a career best when winning at Newcastle (10.2f) in February and has continued in good heart in the visor since, placing on all three subsequent outings. Respected in his current form as he returns to the turf.
Fairly useful on AW; 0-8 on turf and 13lb higher than last attempt in this sphere.
4
4th (3) Dual Identity (2.75/1 +0%)
Dual Identity

2.75/1(+0%)
(3) Dual Identity 2.75/1, Improved throughout last year, finishing first home on his side in the Cambridgeshire at this course in September. It then might have been one outing too many when below form here the following month, and shaped as if needing the run on his return 13 days ago. Leading contender.
Largely progressive in 2022; not disgraced in good handicap here on reappearance.
5th
5th (5) Howth (25/1 -56%)
Howth

25/1(-56%)
(5) Howth 25/1, Better than ever at only the second time of asking for his current yard when runner-up at Chelmsford (1m2f) in November. Subsequently off for 6 months and possibly needed the run when eleventh at this course 13 days ago. Needs to resume his progress.
Chance depends on how well he responds to gelding operation and first-time hood.
6th
6th (4) Simply Sondheim (2.5/1 +25%)
Simply Sondheim

2.5/1(+25%)
(4) Simply Sondheim 2.5/1, Enjoyed a most productive campaign sent handicapping in 2022, completing a six-timer with success here in August. Back on track when adding to his tally at Kempton on his return and again ran well when second at Chelmsford last time. Not dismissed lightly.
Big improver who is 7-9 in handicaps and 4-4 in 1m1f/1m2f contests on turf; respected.
LTO Selection:

14:50 Newmarket Handicap (Class 3) 10f Race Class Flow

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

DUAL IDENTITY was a progressive type last season and didn't run too badly when seventh on his comeback here earlier in the month. William Knight's gelding enjoys a 2lb drop in the handicap for that effort and he's now only 2lb higher than his cracking third in last year's Cambridgeshire. He should take some stopping, with Misty Dancer feared most now returned to handicap company, ahead of the in-form duo of Simply Sondheim and Qaasid.

DUAL IDENTITY won a pair of handicaps last year before running a big race when third in the Cambridgeshire here in September, finishing first home on his side, so he is taken to resume winning ways with his reappearance run behind him. Qaasid has been in good form on the all-weather and could be the main danger, ahead of Simply Sondheim.

Another chance is given to HONITON. Simply Sondheim is feared most, ahead of Dual Identity.


15:00 York Handicap (Class 2) 10f - 13 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) Marhaba The Champ (10/1 +50%)
Marhaba The Champ

10/1(+50%)
(9) Marhaba The Champ 10/1, Showed further improvement to get off the mark in good style on handicap debut at Hamilton (9.2f, good) back in September but stopped quickly once asked for maximum effort at Nottingham 2 weeks later. Had a wind op but probably best to look elsewhere on reappearance.
2
2nd (5) Marie's Diamond (33/1 +34%)
Marie's Diamond

33/1(+34%)
(5) Marie's Diamond 33/1, It's now 25 runs since his last win in 2021 and failed to really give his running back on British soil after 10 weeks off at Pontefract (10f, good to soft) last month. Best to look elsewhere.
3
3rd (2) Spirit Dancer (7.5/1 -7%)
Spirit Dancer

7.5/1(-7%)
(2) Spirit Dancer 7.5/1, Took his form up a notch last season, building on his promising John Smith's Cup effort when scoring over C&D in July. Beaten only by a rapidly-improving 3-y-o a month later and he's one to consider provided he's ready to roll on return.
4
4th (8) Majestic (10/1 +9%)
Majestic

10/1(+9%)
(8) Majestic 10/1, Won the Cambridgeshire at Newmarket on final 4-y-o start and made a solid return to action when fourth of 22 in the Lincoln at Doncaster. Not so good back at Newmarket (9f, soft) earlier this month so will need to bounce back.
5th
5th (4) Moktasaab (8.5/1 -6%)
Moktasaab

8.5/1(-6%)
(4) Moktasaab 8.5/1, Hit the ground running for this yard last season, scoring at Goodwood and Newbury. Far from disgraced in better company after but attitude increasingly let him down and he promised more than he delivered on return at Newmarket (12f, soft) recently. Should come on from that.
6th
6th (7) Aramaic (5/1 +23%)
Aramaic

5/1(+23%)
(7) Aramaic 5/1, Firmly on the up in 2021, notching impressive wins in 9f Musselburgh maiden and C&D handicap. Unable to complete the hat-trick in a stronger contest at Newbury (10f, good) when last seen 20 months ago but remains unexposed and is one to be interested in for a top yard despite the absence.
7th
7th (12) Yorkshire Lady (28/1 +30%)
Yorkshire Lady

28/1(+30%)
(12) Yorkshire Lady 28/1, Progressed well at 3 and found further improvement when adding to her tally in determined style at Ayr (10f) in September. Not disgraced since, though never involved sporting first-time headgear in Winter Oaks Trial at Lingfield 5 months ago and will need a career best to take this.
8th
8th (3) Stay Well (12/1 -41%)
Stay Well

12/1(-41%)
(3) Stay Well 12/1, Straightforward sort who recorded some good efforts in defeat last season and had an excuse (bled) for a lesser run on final start. Has a good record fresh and on a workable mark. One to consider with Ryan Moore booked.
9th
9th (1) Masekela (18/1 -112%)
Masekela

18/1(-112%)
(1) Masekela 18/1, Listed winner at 2 who was an excellent fourth in the Derby last June. Signed off last season with good second in 10f Doncaster conditions event and probably needed the run on return at Newmarket (9f, soft) last month, not helped by refusing to settle. Makes handicap debut.
10th
10th (10) Nobel (3.5/1 +30%)
Nobel

3.5/1(+30%)
(10) Nobel 3.5/1, Overcame a 10-month absence to make it 2-2 in conditions event at Epsom (10.1f) back in September but produced a tame effort upped in grade at Newmarket (10f, soft) a month later. Had a breathing op in the interim and he's one to look out for now tongue tied on handicap debut.
11th
11th (11) Lightening Company (12/1 +40%)
Lightening Company

12/1(+40%)
(11) Lightening Company 12/1, Proved better than ever to come out on top after 5 months off at Pontefract (10f, good to soft) last month, proving himself at this trip in no uncertain terms. Up 6 lb in a stronger race and percentage call is to look elsewhere.
12th
12th (6) Diderot (22/1 -22%)
Diderot

22/1(-22%)
(6) Diderot 22/1, Had shaped up well on his first 3 outings this year and found things panning out more or less ideally in a big-field affair when scoring at Lingfield (10f, AW) 6 weeks ago, getting a clear run at the leaders in the straight. Yet to prove himself on turf but arrives in form.
13th
13th (13) Eeetee (7.5/1 -7%)
Eeetee

7.5/1(-7%)
(13) Eeetee 7.5/1, Successful at Redcar and over C&D last season and having slipped in the weights, made a winning return with a bit up his sleeve at Haydock (10.2f, good to firm) just under 3 weeks ago. Nudged up 4 lb and every chance he will be involved again.
LTO Selection:

15:00 York Handicap (Class 2) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Nobel could have more to offer this season and he's not one to take lightly now entering handicaps off what looks a fair opening mark. Preference, however, is for C&D winner EEETEE, who bounced back to form with a ready success at Haydock last month. The five-year-old looks more than capable of shrugging off a 4lb rise. Lightening Company also returned to winning ways at Pontefract last month and is another of interest for an in-form yard.

This is wide open and though he hasn't been seen for nearly 2 years, ARAMAIC can pick up from where he left off in 2021 and regain the winning thread for his top yard. Spirit Dancer took his form up a notch last season, so Richard Fahey's charge is fancied to give the selection most to think about, with Nobel and Eeetee another couple meriting consideration.

The very lightly raced 4yo MARHABA THE CHAMP returns to action having had wind surgery and there can be optimism he is on a good mark.


15:15 Newbury Stakes (Class 4) 7f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Good Karma (5/1 -25%)
Good Karma

5/1(-25%)
(1) Good Karma 5/1, May not have handled testing conditions here on debut but looked a good prospect 6 weeks on as he stormed clear in 7f Wolverhampton maiden. First run for 6 months and looks sure to win more races.
Penalised for his win at Wolverhampton but won that by 4l and could be useful..
2
2nd (4) Chelsea Square (20/1 -67%)
Chelsea Square

20/1(-67%)
(4) Chelsea Square 20/1, 75,000 gns yearling, Exceed And Excel gelding. Dam, maiden (stayed 12.5f), closely related to smart winner up to 9f Cap Francais.
75,000gns yearling and dam is related to some very useful types..
3
3rd (2) Resolute Man (0.67/1 +8%)
Resolute Man

0.67/1(+8%)
(2) Resolute Man 0.67/1, Well-bred Dubawi colt who made an impressive start when landing 7f Yarmouth novice in October. That form has worked out and he's a useful prospect. St James's Palace entry certainly catches the eye.
Yarmouth winner with a St James's Palace entry; packs plenty of potential..
4
4th (8) Oliver Show (5.5/1 +31%)
Oliver Show

5.5/1(+31%)
(8) Oliver Show 5.5/1, 160,000 gns half-brother to several winners, including winner up to 7f Loch Lein and winner up to 6f Full Authority, both useful. Sent off favourite but proved far too green in 7f Chelmsford maiden on debut in October. Could do a lot better.
Struggled as fav on the AW in Oct; interesting to see if there's any confidence behind him.
5th
5th (10) Believe You Me (66/1 +18%)
Believe You Me

66/1(+18%)
(10) Believe You Me 66/1, Showed a bit in a couple of Kempton maidens at the end of last year. Cheekpieces go on. Looks one for handicaps.
Comfortably held in her two races last season, both at Kempton over 7f and 1m..
6th
6th (12) Shaaden (25/1 -150%)
Shaaden

25/1(-150%)
(12) Shaaden 25/1, Chased home a couple of useful sorts on debut at Salisbury (7f) in September and had excuses for her underwhelming return there (played up beforehand). Remains with potential.
Upset in the stalls on reappearance; remains a smart prospect based on her initial effort..
7th
7th (6) English Oak (7.5/1 +32%)
English Oak

7.5/1(+32%)
(6) English Oak 7.5/1, 200,000 gns yearling, Wootton Bassett colt. Closely related to 1¼m/10.2f winner Forest of Dean and winner up to 10.2f State Occasion, both smart. Dam winner up to 8.3f (2-y-o 6f winner). Very well bred and one to note on debut.
200,000gns yearling; lacks experience but is bred to be above average..
8th
8th (5) Decisive Call (28/1 +15%)
Decisive Call

28/1(+15%)
(5) Decisive Call 28/1, 22,000 gns foal, £17,000 yearling, Footstepsinthesand gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 8.3f/9f winner Tazffin and 11.4f-1¾m winner Lissitzky. Dam smart winner up to 1¼m (2-y-o 7f-1m winner).
£17,000 yearling; 14th foal; more than likely best watched on debut..
9th
9th (7) Fantastic Artist (200/1 -33%)
Fantastic Artist

200/1(-33%)
(7) Fantastic Artist 200/1, Well held in 1m Kempton events last year.
Has a lot to find on the form he showed in two 1m novices at Kempton last backend..
10th
10th (9) Two Plus Two (300/1 -100%)
Two Plus Two

300/1(-100%)
(9) Two Plus Two 300/1, 80/1 never in it on recent debut at Kempton (7f).
Went off 80-1 at Kempton (7f) and was always in rear after starting slowly..
11th
11th (3) Charlatan (100/1 -25%)
Charlatan

100/1(-25%)
(3) Charlatan 100/1, Down the field in maiden/novice 8 months apart (gelded in between).
Beaten 20l and 17l in his first two runs; will earn a mark after this..
LTO Selection:

15:15 Newbury Stakes (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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

RESOLUTE MAN shed his maiden tag at the first time of asking at Yarmouth in October last year and that form is working out well. The son of Dubawi is likely to have more to come on his return to action and can defy the 7lb penalty. The main threat looks to be Oliver Show, who was green on debut but was sent off favourite that day, which suggests he has shown a lot at home. Any market support for Chelsea Square should be noted.

RESOLUTE MAN looked a useful prospect when winning at Yarmouth in the autumn, and with that form having worked out he's taken to defy a penalty on his return before his sights are raised. Good Karma was impressive himself when scoring at Wolverhampton when last seen and looks sure to win more races. English Oak is a well-bred newcomer to note.

As Roger Varian said in his Stable Tour interview, Yarmouth winner RESOLUTE MAN "could be anything".


15:25 Newmarket Handicap (Class 3) 14f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Adjuvant (2.5/1 -25%)
Adjuvant

2.5/1(-25%)
(2) Adjuvant 2.5/1, Produced a career best after 7 months off when second of 16 in a C&D handicap (soft) 12 days ago, doing well considering he came from slightly further back than the winner. Still lightly raced at this sort of trip and looks sure to go well.
Went close in C&D handicap on reappearance; future mark 2lb higher; strongly respected.
2
2nd (9) Pons Aelius (3.33/1 +49%)
Pons Aelius

3.33/1(+49%)
(9) Pons Aelius 3.33/1, Successful 4 times during a busy 2022, culminating in success in London Stayers' Final at Kempton (2m) in December. Solid return to turf when third at Ripon in April and posted another creditable effort when fifth at Hamilton (13.1f) since.
Creditable efforts at Ripon and Hamilton the last twice; in decent form.
3
3rd (1) Saratoga Gold (7.5/1 -7%)
Saratoga Gold

7.5/1(-7%)
(1) Saratoga Gold 7.5/1, Four-time winner in 2022 who signed off with a good fourth in handicap at Goodwood (12f) in October. Has won off a break so he can't be discounted on his seasonal return.
May resume his progress in the retained blinkers, granted good/faster ground.
4
4th (4) Prince Alex (10/1 -67%)
Prince Alex

10/1(-67%)
(4) Prince Alex 10/1, Has a good strike rate and shaped as if better for the run after 11 months off on first outing since leaving John Patrick Murtagh when fourth of 10 in handicap at Newbury (16.5f, heavy) 28 days ago. Has dropped to a handy mark and one to consider with that under his belt.
Interesting back down in trip on second start for new yard; on a handy mark.
5th
5th (6) First Emperor (9/1 +25%)
First Emperor

9/1(+25%)
(6) First Emperor 9/1, Had been running consistently well on the all-weather and shaped as if still in good form back on turf when eighth of 16 in handicap at this C&D (soft) 12 days ago, left poorly placed after a slow start.
Held by Adjuvant on C&D running last time and yet to win on turf.
6th
6th (7) Australian Angel (4/1 +33%)
Australian Angel

4/1(+33%)
(7) Australian Angel 4/1, Won 3 times in 2022 and probably needed the run when fourth in 6-runner handicap at Ripon (12f, heavy) on reappearance 20 days ago. Not dismissed with this step back up in trip sure to suit.
Generally progressive last term; below par on reappearance but should bounce back.
7th
7th (8) Udaberri (14/1 -40%)
Udaberri

14/1(-40%)
(8) Udaberri 14/1, Is threatening to come good soon, making a promising move into contention from a poor position when third in 8-runner handicap at Kempton (12f) 16 days ago. Unproven at this trip but still has to enter calculations back on turf.
Each-way possibilities, provided he's as effective back up in distance.
8th
8th (5) Aced It (28/1 -100%)
Aced It

28/1(-100%)
(5) Aced It 28/1, Latest win in 2m handicap at Kempton in January. Out of his depth in All-Weather Marathon Championships at Newcastle on most recent outing. Faced with a more suitable assignment now back on turf.
2-16 on AW; only 1-14 on turf and others look better treated.
9th
9th (3) Solo Saxophone (22/1 -38%)
Solo Saxophone

22/1(-38%)
(3) Solo Saxophone 22/1, Bounced back to form when landing a couple of a small-field Worcester handicap hurdles last summer. Creditable efforts next 2 outings and now returns to the Flat after 6 months off. Has gone well fresh before.
2-2 at this course but those wins came over 2m; drop back to 1m6f not ideal.
LTO Selection:

15:25 Newmarket Handicap (Class 3) 14f Race Class Flow

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

Andrew Balding has won this race twice in the past three years and looks to have another lively chance with AUSTRALIAN ANGEL. She was a respectable fourth on her seasonal reappearance at Ripon on ground softer than ideal and now back up in trip she makes most appeal. Adjuvant was narrowly denied over C&D at the Guineas meeting here earlier this month and must have claims off the same mark, while Saratoga Gold is likely to be thereabouts having won on his first start last year.

ADJUVANT produced a career best on his seasonal debut when just touched off over C&D 12 days ago, a performance which can be marked up a shade having come from slightly further back than the winner in a race where it proved hard to make up ground from midfield or further back. He therefore makes plenty of appeal, especially from the same mark. Of the opposition, Prince Alex should strip fitter for his reappearance, while Australian Angel will benefit from this return to further.

Preference is for ADJUVANT (nap), who ran well in a higher grade over C&D on 1,000 Guineas day. Prince Alex is second choice.


15:35 York Group 2 (Class 1) 14f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Giavellotto (14/1 +30%)
Giavellotto

14/1(+30%)
(4) Giavellotto 14/1, Smart colt. Suffered a poor run when ninth of 15 to Broome in Dubai Gold Cup at Meydan (2m) on his seasonal return. A dual scorer in 2022 so he's no forlorn hope.
Just under 3l behind Eldar Eldarov in St Leger; needs to show something new to win this.
2
2nd (1) Eldar Eldarov (6/1 -9%)
Eldar Eldarov

6/1(-9%)
(1) Eldar Eldarov 6/1, Most progressive at 3 yrs when landing the St Leger at Doncaster in September on just his fifth start. Turned in his first poor effort when beating only one in Ascot's Long Distance Cup at Ascot following month. Very much the type to go on again this season so needs considering.
St Leger winner; good prospect for top staying races but needs improvement giving weight.
3
3rd (2) Broome (2.25/1 +18%)
Broome

2.25/1(+18%)
(2) Broome 2.25/1, Very smart horse who resumed winning ways in 15-runner Dubai Gold Cup at Meydan (2m) in March by neck from Siskany. 3 lb worse off with that rival but he's still firmly in the picture.
Pipped Siskany in 2m Dubai Gold Cup; 3lb worse off but unexposed as a stayer.
4
4th (5) Quickthorn (3.5/1 -27%)
Quickthorn

3.5/1(-27%)
(5) Quickthorn 3.5/1, Showed himself to be a smart stayer when 14-length winner of Lonsdale Cup here in August. Yet to recapture that form since but he wasn't disgraced on his return when sixth of 15 to Broome in Dubai Gold Cup at Meydan (2m). Can't be ruled out.
Front-running brought major dividends last season and another bold show is on its way.
5th
5th (6) Siskany (2.25/1 +18%)
Siskany

2.25/1(+18%)
(6) Siskany 2.25/1, Likeable sort who resumed with 14f win in Nad Al Sheba Trophy at Meydan before posting an excellent second of 15 to Broome in Dubai Gold Cup there, travelling strongly long way but collared close home. Meets that rival on 3 lb better terms and he's the one to beat.
Major chance of reversing placings with Broome judged on what they did in Dubai Gold Cup.
6th
6th (3) Get Shirty (33/1 +34%)
Get Shirty

33/1(+34%)
(3) Get Shirty 33/1, Smart gelding. In good form in Meydan this winter until coming in last of 15 to Broome in Dubai Gold Cup in March. Found to have bled there and he's the sort to bounce back.
Heavy defeat in Dubai Gold Cup, in which he reportedly bled; needs a career best.
LTO Selection:

15:35 York Group 2 (Class 1) 14f Race Class Flow

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

QUICKTHORN (sixth) was well behind Broome (first) when they met in the Dubai Gold Cup in March, but that was the six-year-old's first run of the season so there is every chance he will improve upon that effort. A progressive stayer throughout last season, including a career-best performance when bolting up in the Lonsdale Cup here, he can bounce back to winning ways. Eldar Eldarov may have disappointed when last seen on British Champions Day, but he was a determined winner of the St Leger before that and promises much as a four-year-old. Giavellotto and Siskany are capable of being in the shake-up as well.

SISKANY and Broome fought out a fine finish in Meydan's Dubai Gold Cup last time and Charlie Appleby's likeable sort is fancied to turn the tables on Aidan O'Brien's doughty 7-y-o meeting him on 3 lb better terms here with this shorter trip also likely to suit him more. This is no two-horse race though with last year's St Leger hero Eldar Eldarov and wide-margin Lonsdale Cup winner Quickthorn also well in the mix in a fascinating Yorkshire Cup.

The key may well be the Dubai Gold Cup at Meydan, on which evidence SISKANY (nap) has a good chance to reverse placings with Broome.


15:50 Newbury Stakes (Class 4) 7f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (8) Thunder Ball (16/1 +11%)
Thunder Ball

16/1(+11%)
(8) Thunder Ball 16/1, Fair gelding. Fourteenth of 17 in handicap at Newmarket (7f, good to soft, 18/1) 29 days ago. Others much less exposed.
Now 0-9 and has questions to answer after finishing down the field in a Newmarket handicap.
2
2nd (3) Equatorial (0.73/1 +47%)
Equatorial

0.73/1(+47%)
(3) Equatorial 0.73/1, Showcasing gelding. Brother to winner up to 1m Free Solo; Dam unraced sister to very smart winner up to 1½m Yucatan out of very smart 1m (including at 2 yrs) winner Six Perfections. Promising type. 5/1 and hooded, second of 15 in maiden at Doncaster (7f, heavy) on debut 21 days ago. Player.
Very well related; inexperience seemed to find him out when short-headed at Doncaster..
3
3rd (4) Fleet Admiral (6.5/1 -8%)
Fleet Admiral

6.5/1(-8%)
(4) Fleet Admiral 6.5/1, 260,000 gns yearling, No Nay Never colt. Dam lightly-raced sister to useful 2-y-o 8.6f-1¼m winner (stayed 13f) Persia out of smart 1m winner (stayed 1½m) Just Pretending. One to consider on debut.
260,000gns yearling; first foal; dam placed 1m3f/11.5f in France..
4
4th (9) Aussi Mandate (125/1 -150%)
Aussi Mandate

125/1(-150%)
(9) Aussi Mandate 125/1, Twice-raced maiden. 40/1, fourth of 6 in minor event at Lingfield (8f, AW) 31 days ago. Probably needs more time.
Tailed off on her sole run at two and ran to a modest level at Lingfield (1m)..
5th
5th (11) Kokomo (16/1 -220%)
Kokomo

16/1(-220%)
(11) Kokomo 16/1, Kodiac filly. Dam 10.3f winner. 11/1, second of 8 in maiden at this C&D (heavy) on debut 28 days ago. Place claims again.
Second to a smart filly over C&D on soft ground and that despite racing keenly..
6th
6th (7) Tajdif (80/1 -220%)
Tajdif

80/1(-220%)
(7) Tajdif 80/1, Twice-raced maiden. Hooded for 1st time, tenth of 13 in maiden at Yarmouth (8f, good, 14/1) 17 days ago. Much better effort at Newcastle on debut, but others still preferred.
He was gelded and hooded when finishing down the field on his return at Yarmouth..
7th
7th (10) Eyeshadow (11/1 +8%)
Eyeshadow

11/1(+8%)
(10) Eyeshadow 11/1, Expert Eye filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Gavota and 6.5f/7f winner Fiduciary, both useful. Not discounted on debut.
Bred to be smart and stable tends to introduce its nicer prospects at this venue..
8th
8th (12) Marisitta (250/1 -150%)
Marisitta

250/1(-150%)
(12) Marisitta 250/1, Twice-raced maiden. 300/1, last of 8 in minor event at Salisbury (7f, good to soft) 15 days ago, very slowly away.
Has looked limited in her first two runs and this looks no easier; very opposable..
9th
9th (2) Crack Shot (22/1 -57%)
Crack Shot

22/1(-57%)
(2) Crack Shot 22/1, 190,000 gns yearling, Kingman gelding. Half-brother to 7f winner Tadita Twitch. Dam 1½m-1¾m winner from a very good family. Interesting newcomer.
190,000gns; related to smart winners; best watched unless betting suggests otherwise..
10th
10th (5) Golden Moon (100/1 +0%)
Golden Moon

100/1(+0%)
(5) Golden Moon 100/1, 72,000 gns yearling, Havana Gold gelding. Half-brother to 1m-1¼m winner Desert Lion and 7f-1m winner Ayr Harbour, both useful. Dam useful 2-y-o 7f/7.5f winner. Last of 13 in maiden (66/1) at Yarmouth (8f, good) on debut 17 days ago. Hard to make a case for.
Very inexperienced but trailed home last at Yarmouth (1m, good) when a 66-1 chance..
11th
11th (1) Troon (4/1 -14%)
Troon

4/1(-14%)
(1) Troon 4/1, Promising sort. Won 12-runner novice at Kempton (7f) on debut in October, running on strongly to lead towards the finish. Useful prospect and one to consider, even under a penalty.
Made a winning debut at Kempton (7f) despite signs of inexperience; promising..
12th
12th (6) Stryder (66/1 -164%)
Stryder

66/1(-164%)
(6) Stryder 66/1, €64,000 foal, Oasis Dream colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 5f winner Jarvis and 6f winner River Tweed.
Well related; market informative with the stable running two newcomers..
LTO Selection:

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

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

EQUATORIAL was just touched off by a short head on debut at Doncaster and he would have learned a lot from that outing. The son of Showcasing finished just over two lengths clear of a subsequent winner in third that day and he can take a step forward to strike. Fleet Admiral was an expensive purchase and he most certainly warrants a market check making his first start, along with fellow newcomer Eyeshadow.

EQUATORIAL made a promising debut at Doncaster 3 weeks ago, albeit under more testing conditions, and looks a player with improvement very much on the cards. Troon looked a useful prospect at Kempton on debut last October and he's in with a shout even under a penalty. Fleet Admiral and Crack Shot are both interesting newcomers.

Equatorial would have won at Doncaster had he been that bit wiser but KOKOMO ran no less a promising race on her debut.


16:00 Newmarket Stakes (Class 4) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

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

2/1(+56%)
(1) Quddwah 2/1, Kingman colt who overcame inexperience to make a winning debut in 7f novice at Salisbury 15 days ago, edging ahead final 50 yds. Sure to improve.
Stuck on well to make a winning debut at Salisbury; leading player under 7lb penalty.
2
2nd (7) Theatre Honours (4/1 +11%)
Theatre Honours

4/1(+11%)
(7) Theatre Honours 4/1, Kingman gelding. Half-brother to smart 6f-1m winner Discovery Island. Dam, winner up to 1m (2-y-o 7f winner), half-sister to very smart 6f-7f winner Leahurst. Highly respected on debut given connections.
Newcomer by Kingman; already gelded but represents powerful stable; needs a close look.
3
3rd (6) Star Ahoy (12/1 -20%)
Star Ahoy

12/1(-20%)
(6) Star Ahoy 12/1, Well-bred son of Sea The Stars who improved on his debut form after 5 months off when fourth of 13 in 1m maiden at Yarmouth (good) 17 days ago, barely adequate test. Should have more to offer, especially when moving up further in trip.
Can't be dismissed on the form of his Yarmouth reappearance effort.
4
4th (2) August (11/1 -47%)
August

11/1(-47%)
(2) August 11/1, Twice-raced maiden who failed to progress from debut (after 5 months off) when seventh of 10 in minor event at this course (10f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Went through the race better than most but failed to pick up when asked, so could benefit from this drop back in trip.
Weakened over 1m2f here last month; may well improve for return to 1m.
5th
5th (5) Merlin The Wizard (6/1 -9%)
Merlin The Wizard

6/1(-9%)
(5) Merlin The Wizard 6/1, Camelot gelding who showed plenty of ability when second of 13 in minor event at Kempton (7f) on debut in December, clear of rest. Step up to 1m will suit and he's sure to progress.
Finished well for clear second at Kempton on sole 2yo start; interesting on reappearance.
6th
6th (10) Zaraza (16/1 +11%)
Zaraza

16/1(+11%)
(10) Zaraza 16/1, 52,000 gns yearling, Sea The Stars gelding. Half-brother to German 9f winner Zacapo. Dam 8.5f-1½m winner. Newcomers from yard command respect.
52,000gns yearling; by Sea The Stars; heed the market signals on debut.
7th
7th (3) Daarree (20/1 -25%)
Daarree

20/1(-25%)
(3) Daarree 20/1, Shaped as if in need of the experience when sixth of 7 in maiden (9/1) at this course (7f, soft) on debut 31 days ago. Should do better.
Appeared to find 7f inadequate here on debut; open to improvement upped in trip.
8th
8th (4) Laoisman (5/1 +17%)
Laoisman

5/1(+17%)
(4) Laoisman 5/1, Night of Thunder colt who shaped well when second of 9 in maiden at Pontefract (8f, good to soft) on debut 16 days ago, collared close home after travelling well. Open to improvement.
Close second in Pontefract maiden, faring clear best of the newcomers; shortlisted.
9th
9th (9) Yellow Star (25/1 -257%)
Yellow Star

25/1(-257%)
(9) Yellow Star 25/1, Sea The Moon colt who improved from his debut after 6 months off when fourth of 8 in maiden at Newbury (11f, heavy) 27 days ago, sticking to task. Shaped like a stayer that day, so this drop back in trip isn't sure to be in his favour.
Holds major claims on latest Newbury effort but this drop back to 1m looks a negative.
10th
10th (8) Tribute (33/1 -136%)
Tribute

33/1(-136%)
(8) Tribute 33/1, Much improved from debut when third in 8-runner minor event (16/1) at Southwell (8.1f) 11 days ago. Open to further progress.
Seemed to need debut outing in the Wood Ditton; clear third at Southwell since.
LTO Selection:

16:00 Newmarket Stakes (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Although QUDDWAH has to concede weight all round having won at Salisbury on debut, he did plenty wrong on that occasion which suggests there could be an awful lot more to come from the son of Kingman. Laoisman shaped with plenty of promise when going down narrowly at Pontefract on his debut outing recently and is sure to have benefited from that experience. The same applies to Merlin The Wizard, who went down to a more experienced rival at Kempton in December and this extra yardage looks sure to suit.

Plenty have chances in an open-looking novice but MERLIN THE WIZARD shades the vote having caught the eye keeping on nicely over 7f on his Kempton debut back in December. The step up to 1m is sure to suit on that evidence so he looks as interesting as any. Theatre Honours is a respected newcomer for powerful connections, while Quddwah seems likely to build on his Salisbury debut win.

Most of the runners can be viewed positively. First choice is MERLIN THE WIZARD, ahead of Quddwah and Laoisman.


16:10 York Stakes (Class 2) 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
(3) Frankie's Wish (125/1 -25%)
Frankie's Wish

125/1(-25%)
(3) Frankie's Wish 125/1, £10,000 yearling, Cracksman colt. Dam 2-y-o 6f winner. In at the deep end on debut.
Dam Listed-placed 6f 2yo winner; makes debut in a tough race and is probably best watched.
1
1st (1) Mostabshir (3/1 -60%)
Mostabshir

3/1(-60%)
(1) Mostabshir 3/1, Looked a smart prospect when overcoming a wide draw to make an impressive winning debut in 14-runner minor event at Kempton (8f, 7/2) in November. Still green in Craven, and sets a good standard in the context of this race, with more to come.
Jim Crowley rides Kathab but this AW novice winner retains potential and is respected.
2
2nd (7) Ziryab (4.5/1 +18%)
Ziryab

4.5/1(+18%)
(7) Ziryab 4.5/1, 525,000 gns yearling, Kingman colt. Brother to smart winner up to 1m King Leonidas and half-brother to 12.4f winner Rasmee. 9/4, fourth of 8 in minor event at Yarmouth (8f, soft) on debut 24 days ago, nearest finish. May well do better and highly respected.
Promising fourth on debut at Yarmouth and could be a big improver on this second start.
3
3rd (4) Kathab (1.5/1 +33%)
Kathab

1.5/1(+33%)
(4) Kathab 1.5/1, 180,000 gns foal, Kingman gelding. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, closely related to smart winner up to 1¼m Chrysanthemum. 11/2, second of 8 in maiden at Newmarket (8f, good to soft) on debut 29 days ago. Should improve.
Runner-up in the Wood Ditton and open to improvement for top trainer; key player.
4
4th (6) New Business (4/1 -14%)
New Business

4/1(-14%)
(6) New Business 4/1, 5/4, promise when third of 8 in maiden at Newmarket (1m, good to soft) on debut 29 days ago, leading for long way. Evidently well regarded and should progress.
Third in the Wood Ditton (Kathab second) and he should improve; one to consider.
5th
5th (5) Master Chartwell (20/1 +39%)
Master Chartwell

20/1(+39%)
(5) Master Chartwell 20/1, 58,000 gns yearling, Churchill colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 7f winner Rich Waters and 6f winner Cailin Cliste. Wears tongue strap. Pretty tough ask on debut.
Half-brother to 2 winners; market check advised on debut but will need to be classy to win.
6th
6th (2) Big Bad Wolf (66/1 -100%)
Big Bad Wolf

66/1(-100%)
(2) Big Bad Wolf 66/1, Half-brother to 3 winners and belied a big price when an encouraging fourth at Beverley 8 months ago. Should improve but this is a much stronger race.
Open to improvement on second start but big step forward needed in this hot-looking novice.
LTO Selection:

16:10 York Stakes (Class 2) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Mostabshir arguably sets the standard based on his impressive Kempton win last year and his fifth in the Craven was also promising. That said, Jim Crowley has chosen KATHAB over him and the son of Dark Angel may struggle to give 6lb and a beating to the selection. William Haggas' gelding only found one too good on his debut in the Wood Ditton last month and he is fully entitled to improve for that experience. New Business was only a place back in third on that occasion and is another to note, along with Ziryab.

MOSTABSHIR was still green in the Craven, and he'd looked a smart prospect on debut, so his profile rather stands out in the context of this race. Kathab is an expensive Kingman gelding who's likely to take a step forward, so he's respected, along with another once-raced pair New Business and Ziryab (selection's stablemate).

The Shadwell pair have the best form and it could be significant that Jim Crowley rides KATHAB as opposed to Mostabshir.


16:20 Newbury Maiden (Class 4) 10f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) Nothing To Sea (7/1 -27%)
Nothing To Sea

7/1(-27%)
(7) Nothing To Sea 7/1, Shaped well when second on 7f Sandown debut last September. 6/5, below that level when only third on his Windsor reappearance 11 days ago but it's still early days and he could be sharper with that behind him. Respected.
Placed on soft at Sandown (7f) in September and Windsor (1m2f) 11 days ago.
2
2nd (6) Naqeeb (8/1 -78%)
Naqeeb

8/1(-78%)
(6) Naqeeb 8/1, Very well bred. 5/4, third of 11 in maiden at Leicester (1¼m, heavy) on debut 20 days ago. The fact he went off so short in the betting suggests he's thought capable of better by his top yard. Tongue strap added now.
Half-brother to top-class Baaeed; only 3rd of 11 at Leicester (1m2f, soft) three weeks ago.
3
3rd (15) Tony Montana (0.73/1 +20%)
Tony Montana

0.73/1(+20%)
(15) Tony Montana 0.73/1, 425,000 gns Kingman colt who made a very promising start to his career when second in a strong 1m Salisbury novice last September. Sure to improve and the one to beat.
Second at Salisbury (1m, good to soft) in September is the best form in this by some way.
4
4th (12) Story Horse (50/1 +24%)
Story Horse

50/1(+24%)
(12) Story Horse 50/1, 80/1, seventh of 13 in maiden at Yarmouth (1m, good) on debut 17 days ago, slowly away. Up in trip. Likely more one for the longer term.
80-1, 12l seventh of 13 in maiden at Yarmouth (1m, good) 17 days ago; needs much better.
5th
5th (13) Swift Hawk (100/1 -52%)
Swift Hawk

100/1(-52%)
(13) Swift Hawk 100/1, Changed hands for only 5,000 gns earlier in the year but he does have a good pedigree, being a half-brother to several winners, including very smart winner up to 9f Ransom Note and useful 1m-1¼m winner Shargiah. Betting should guide.
Half-brother to Ransom Note (RPR 118); went through sales ring for 5,000gns two weeks ago.
6th
6th (5) Inkaman (50/1 -79%)
Inkaman

50/1(-79%)
(5) Inkaman 50/1, 42,000 gns Cracksman colt. Dam 1½m winner. Starts out in a decent race and probably best watched.
42,000gns yearling; first foal; dam 1m4f AW winner (RPR 99); needs a second look.
7th
7th (10) Seendid (5/1 +55%)
Seendid

5/1(+55%)
(10) Seendid 5/1, Dubawi brother to very smart 1m-1¼m winner Nezwaah and useful 7f/1m winner Bashosh. Dam very smart 1¼m-1½m winner who stayed 1¾m. Very interesting newcomer.
Brother to Nezwaah (1m-1m2f winner; RPR 115); Dubawi colt who is very much one to note.
8th
8th (3) Bloodhound (28/1 -40%)
Bloodhound

28/1(-40%)
(3) Bloodhound 28/1, €85,000 Wootton Bassett colt. Dam useful French 1½m winner. This newcomer needs checking out in the betting.
85,000euros yearling; first foal; dam French Listed-placed 1m4f winner (RPR 98).
9th
9th (4) Gordon Grey (40/1 -150%)
Gordon Grey

40/1(-150%)
(4) Gordon Grey 40/1, 50/1, fourth of 13 in novice at this course (1m, heavy) on debut last autumn. Open to progress.
50-1, never far away when 4th of 13 here (1m, soft) in October, sticking to his task well.
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10th (2) Billabong (80/1 -220%)
Billabong

80/1(-220%)
(2) Billabong 80/1, 42,000 gns Oasis Dream gelding. Closely related to 2-y-o 6f winner Muthmira and half-brother to several winners, including useful 9f-1½m winner Supernova and 1½m-2m winner Silver Silk. Blinkers on debut a little off-putting.
42,000gns yearling; blinkered and perhaps stable second string to Baltic.
11th
11th (1) Baltic (16/1 +27%)
Baltic

16/1(+27%)
(1) Baltic 16/1, Frankel half-brother to 7f/1m winner Victoria Grove. Dam, German 9f winner, half-sister to very smart winner up to 1½m Baltic Baroness. Worth a betting check on debut.
Frankel half-brother to 7f/1m AW winner Victoria Grove (RPR 82); dam German 9.5f winner.
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12th (8) Reflex (66/1 -136%)
Reflex

66/1(-136%)
(8) Reflex 66/1, £40,000 El Kabeir gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including 2-y-o 6f/6.3f winner Vallado and 2-y-o 6f winner Pitlochry. Dam 7f winner (stayed 1m). Wears cheekpieces on debut.
£40,000 yearling; not the most striking pedigree in this and he wears cheekpieces on debut.
13th
13th (11) Smart Charger (250/1 -279%)
Smart Charger

250/1(-279%)
(11) Smart Charger 250/1, 80/1, eighth of 14 in novice at Kempton (1m) on debut in November. Up in trip on return. Outsider.
80-1, beaten about 11l when eighth of 14 in novice at Kempton (1m, AW) in November.
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14th (9) Sea Of Tranquility (25/1 +0%)
Sea Of Tranquility

25/1(+0%)
(9) Sea Of Tranquility 25/1, Sea The Moon gelding. Half-brother to useful 9.2f-11f winner Percy Shelley. Dam 1m winner who stayed 1¼m. Betting should help guide to expectations.
Half-brother to French Listed-placed 1m1f-1m3f winner Percy Shelley (RPR 107).
LTO Selection:

16:20 Newbury Maiden (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Seendid is related to a few winners including Group 1 winner Nezwaah, who struck on her debut. However, he may struggle to beat TONY MONTANA, who was a length and a half in front of Racingbreaks Ryder on debut, who is now rated 97, which sets a very high standard for this contest. Bloodhound is another newcomer to note for the Charles Hills stable.

A maiden with some very good recent winners. The Gosden stable took this with St Leger hero Logician in 2019 and is taken to repeat the feat with TONY MONTANA, who shaped very well on his only 2-y-o start. Naqeeb didn't make quite the impact the betting suggested he might do on debut but could prove a different proposition now. Nothing To Sea still looked green at Windsor so he also makes the shortlist. Seendid is one of a few interesting newcomers.

Second for TONY MONTANA at Salisbury last September is clearly the best of what little racecourse evidence there is.


16:35 Newmarket Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Repertoire (5.5/1 +8%)
Repertoire

5.5/1(+8%)
(5) Repertoire 5.5/1, Respectable seventh of 15 in handicap at Ascot (1m) on reappearance 16 days ago. Merits plenty of respect with Jamie Spencer taking over from an inexperienced 7 lb claimer now.
Not disgraced at Ascot on reappearance; back on last winning mark; one to consider.
2
2nd (4) Fantasy Believer (12/1 +0%)
Fantasy Believer

12/1(+0%)
(4) Fantasy Believer 12/1, 25/1, respectable eighth of 15 in handicap at Ascot (1m, good) 16 days ago. Below his last winning mark and could make more of an impact in this lower grade.
Ties in with Repertoire on Ascot running 16 days ago; good chance on peak form.
3
3rd (7) Canoodled (7/1 +13%)
Canoodled

7/1(+13%)
(7) Canoodled 7/1, C&D winner on final 2022 start. Looked rusty when last of 6 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy, 9/1) on reappearance 17 days ago. Should strip fitter now.
Has form figures of 1241 at this venue; second in this race 12 months ago.
4
4th (6) Shigar (5.5/1 -38%)
Shigar

5.5/1(-38%)
(6) Shigar 5.5/1, 5/1, below form fifth of 13 in handicap at Ripon (1m, heavy) on reappearance 20 days ago but interesting that his top stable have stuck with him at 4 and he retains potential.
Lightly raced; could well resume his improvement with Ripon reappearance under his belt.
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5th (2) Million Thanks (3.33/1 +63%)
Million Thanks

3.33/1(+63%)
(2) Million Thanks 3.33/1, Couple of good runner-up efforts over 1m at Lingfield this spring but needs to shrug off a lesser run at Lingfield over Easter. Turf winner for previous yard.
Close second in AW events on last two attempts over 1m; not dismissed.
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6th (3) Tarbaan (7.5/1 -7%)
Tarbaan

7.5/1(-7%)
(3) Tarbaan 7.5/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Chelmsford in December. 9/1, respectable fourth of 12 at Lingfield when last seen in January. One to consider back on turf.
Sole turf success came over C&D a year ago; interesting back here.
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7th (1) Ashky (5.5/1 +15%)
Ashky

5.5/1(+15%)
(1) Ashky 5.5/1, Successful 3 times last season, including C&D. Raced on unfavoured side when well held on C&D reappearance a month ago and no surprise were he to leave that run well behind.
Has form figures of 311313 at Newmarket tracks when the ground is good/firmer.
8th
8th (9) Hiromichi (6/1 -20%)
Hiromichi

6/1(-20%)
(9) Hiromichi 6/1, Good strike-rate since last August, gaining a fifth win in his last 9 starts when seeing off 6 rivals at Bath (1m, soft) 18 days ago. Yet another who has to enter the reckoning.
Has form figures of 121 since racing in 1m handicaps; still unexposed at this trip.
9th
9th (10) Dubai Immo (100/1 -150%)
Dubai Immo

100/1(-150%)
(10) Dubai Immo 100/1, Remains a maiden after 17 starts and down the field on both starts since joining this yard.
Has not figures in two outings for new stable; still a maiden.
LTO Selection:

16:35 Newmarket Handicap (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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

REPERTOIRE was far from disgraced in an apprentice handicap on his reappearance at Ascot 16 days ago. The son of Bated Breath is back down to his last winning mark and, with Jamie Spencer back aboard, an improved performance could be on the cards. He shades the vote over the steadily progressive Hiromichi, while Shigar appeals as the pick of the remainder.

It's possible deep ground didn't suit SHIGAR on his reappearance and he's given another chance to show he's a lightly-raced handicapper heading in the right direction. Repertoire is back on the mark he defied at Ascot last spring and is feared most ahead of Tarbaan and Ashky.

The vote goes to HIROMICHI, who is in good form and looks open to further progress over 1m. Shigar is second choice.


16:40 Leopardstown Maiden 7f - 14 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 (3) Deepone (3/1 +75%)
Deepone

3/1(+75%)
(3) Deepone 3/1, Foaled February 20. 31,000 gns foal, 62,000 gns yearling, Study of Man colt. Half-brother to 2 winners, including 9f winner Avya d'Or. Dam unraced half-sister to smart winner up to 11f Red Rocks Point.
Shrewd yard's 2yos already off the mark and positive market signals should be heeded..
2
2nd (6) Instant Appeal (20/1 -67%)
Instant Appeal

20/1(-67%)
(6) Instant Appeal 20/1, Foaled April 3. 78,000 gns yearling, Advertise colt. Closely related to 2-y-o 7f winner All You Wish and half-brother to 3 winners, including smart 1m-10.3f winner Chief Ironside. Dam maiden (stayed 1½m)
78,000gns yearling; sixth foal; related to top-class horses so plenty to like on paper..
3
3rd (12) Star Hunter (12/1 +40%)
Star Hunter

12/1(+40%)
(12) Star Hunter 12/1, Foaled April 23. Lope De Vega colt. Half-brother to useful 12.4f-1¾m winner Blow Your Horn. Dam, useful US 2-y-o 1m (minor stakes) winner, half-sister to useful 12.5f winner Mud Hilah.
Fourth foal; half-brother to 12.4f/1m6f AW winner Blow Your Horn (RPR 94)..
4
4th (11) Spanish Flame (3.33/1 +76%)
Spanish Flame

3.33/1(+76%)
(11) Spanish Flame 3.33/1, Foaled March 8. €34,000 foal, Phoenix of Spain colt. Half-brother to French 2-y-o 6.5f winner Chervona Kalyna. Dam won in Poland at 2 yrs.
34,000euros foal; half-brother to French 6.5f 2yo winner Chervona Kalyna (RPR 86)..
5th
5th (7) Latin (7.5/1 +25%)
Latin

7.5/1(+25%)
(7) Latin 7.5/1, Foaled March 3. No Nay Never colt. Dam, 1½m winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 1¼m (stayed 1½m) Hazapour out of smart 1¼m-1½m winner Hazarafa. Interesting newcomer.
First foal out of a 1m4f winner from the family of Derby winner Harzand..
6th
6th (8) Mariner (16/1 +43%)
Mariner

16/1(+43%)
(8) Mariner 16/1, Foaled April 18. Kingman colt. Half-brother to winner up to 6f Leo Minor and winner up to 1¼m Sussex, both useful.
Half-brother to winners Sussex (1m 2yo/1m2f; RPR 100) and Leo Minor (5f/6f inc 2yo; 94)..
7th
7th (1) Akkadian Emperor (4/1 -33%)
Akkadian Emperor

4/1(-33%)
(1) Akkadian Emperor 4/1, Foaled February 6. 18,000 gns foal, €50,000 yearling, Churchill colt. Dam unraced half-sister to useful winner up to 11f Montsarrat.
50,000euros yearling; second foal; dam unraced half-sister to numerous winners..
8th
8th (16) Glamora (66/1 -32%)
Glamora

66/1(-32%)
(16) Glamora 66/1, Foaled April 16. €15,000 foal, Zoffany filly. Half-sister to winner up to 9f Wizard of Love. Dam, maiden (stayed 6f), sister to smart winning sprinter Hoh Mike.
Half-sister to Italian 7.5f-9.5f winner Wizard Of Love (inc 2yo); dam placed 5f-7f..
9th
9th (5) Gaspare Gabrielli (7.5/1 -114%)
Gaspare Gabrielli

7.5/1(-114%)
(5) Gaspare Gabrielli 7.5/1, Foaled April 12. No Nay Never colt. Closely related to useful 2-y-o 6f winner Contarelli Chapel and half-brother to several winners, including winner up to 10.5f Fancy Blue. Likely type.
Top pedigree and interesting to see how he moves in the market in relation to stablemates..
10th
10th (13) Thor's Hammer (12/1 +40%)
Thor's Hammer

12/1(+40%)
(13) Thor's Hammer 12/1, Foaled May 13. €100,000 yearling, Night of Thunder colt. Dam, maiden (stayed 1¾m), half-sister to 7f-1¼m winner Karamela.
100,000euros yearling; second foal; dam runner-up at 1m4f (RPR 67)..
11th
11th (17) Oiche Chiuin (28/1 +0%)
Oiche Chiuin

28/1(+0%)
(17) Oiche Chiuin 28/1, Foaled March 24. €32,000 yearling, Vocalised filly. Half-sister to numerous winners, including smart 7f winner Tobann and useful 8.3f-1¼m winner Team Decision. Dam 7f/1m winner.
32,000euros; twelfth foal; half-sister to eight winners including Tobann (7f inc Group 3)..
12th
12th (4) Gandolfo (66/1 -65%)
Gandolfo

66/1(-65%)
(4) Gandolfo 66/1, Foaled May 7. €52,000 yearling, Churchill colt. Closely related to several winners, including useful 9.4f-1½m winner Curly and 1m-11f winner Exuma and half-brother to 11f winner Chief Storm Eagle.
52,000euros yearling; tenth foal; closely related to four winners including smart Curly..
13th
13th (15) Bhean Saibhre (100/1 -100%)
Bhean Saibhre

100/1(-100%)
(15) Bhean Saibhre 100/1, Foaled April 11. Decorated Knight filly. Half-sister to useful 2-y-o 9f winner Island Remede. Dam, 1¼m-1½m winner, half-sister to useful 1¼m-1½m winner Scrutinise.
Related to all sorts and is probably best watched in a maiden of this stature..
14th
14th (2) Carter Hall (80/1 -60%)
Carter Hall

80/1(-60%)
(2) Carter Hall 80/1, Once-raced gelding. Last of 6 in minor event at Naas (5.9f, good, 20/1) on debut 13 days ago. Up in trip.
Never really figured after starting slowly at Naas and he was a big price at 20-1..
LTO Selection:

16:40 Leopardstown Maiden 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

The market should prove very informative, with no less than 14 debutants in the line-up. Carter Hall and Valiant Force are the only two with form and the latter is sure to have plenty of supporters after finishing second on debut. He has a wide draw to overcome here though and may have to settle for minor honours. Jessica Harrington, Aidan O'Brien and Johnny Murtagh are all double handed, with preference for O'Brien's GASPARE GABRIELLI. Closely related to High Chaparral, he is a half-brother to dual Group 1 winner Fancy Blue. The master of Ballydoyle also saddles Latin, who is out of an Aga Khan mare and has a nice draw in two. Mariner is owned by the Coolmore conglomerate and is from the family of Epsom Derby winner Pour Moi but appears the Murtagh second-string on jockey bookings. Paddy Twomey is represented by Deepone who makes little appeal on breeding, but still warrants respect.

VALIANT FORCE ran to a high level for a newcomer when runner-up in a listed event at the Curragh and could put that experience to good use up against mostly newcomers. The market should reveal who the main dangers are, with Aidan O'Brien saddling 3, namely Gaspare Gabrielli, Latin and Master of The Hunt.

Who knows what he's up against with so many well-bred newcomers in opposition but VALIANT FORCE ran to a high level on his debut.


16:45 York Handicap (Class 4) 7f - 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 (19) Eligible (10/1 +64%)
Eligible

10/1(+64%)
(19) Eligible 10/1, Three 7f Southwell wins since last autumn and has remained in form on AW since. Just as effective on the grass.
Three 7f AW wins since last October and the race should be run to suit this hold-up horse.
2
2nd (2) Titan Rock (5/1 +29%)
Titan Rock

5/1(+29%)
(2) Titan Rock 5/1, Resumed winning ways in 10-runner Wolverhampton handicap (7f) in March. Only nudged up 2 lb for that and he's won off higher marks before. Respected under Buick.
Won at Wolverhampton in March last time out and has gone back up just 2lb; possible player.
3
3rd (20) Another Investment (18/1 +45%)
Another Investment

18/1(+45%)
(20) Another Investment 18/1, Course winner. Fifteen runs since last win in 2021. 12/1, below form eighth of 15 in handicap at Ripon (6f, soft) 29 days ago.
The return to better ground is a plus but modest 1-18 strike-rate and unproven over 7f.
4
4th (1) It Just Takes Time (4/1 +11%)
It Just Takes Time

4/1(+11%)
(1) It Just Takes Time 4/1, Successful 4 times last year, including over C&D. Better than ever when back to winning ways in 6f Thirsk handicap last week, scoring by 4 lengths. Another bold bid likely under a 5 lb penalty.
C&D winner last July and bolted up at Thirsk last week; has to be respected under penalty.
5th
5th (8) Riot (7.5/1 +17%)
Riot

7.5/1(+17%)
(8) Riot 7.5/1, Snapped a long losing run in 4-runner Chelmsford handicap (7f) on reappearance 15 days ago. Hardly has the profile of one likely to follow up in this much deeper race but he does have the services of Oisin Murphy.
Back to winning ways on comeback; could have more to offer now things have clicked again.
6th
6th (3) Mudamer (50/1 -67%)
Mudamer

50/1(-67%)
(3) Mudamer 50/1, Fairly useful winner up to 1m in Ireland for Kevin Prendergast. Should be sharper for a reappearance run on Newcastle's AW for new yard a fortnight ago but a widish draw could make life awkward.
Can build upon stable debut run when getting stronger pace, which should be the case today.
7th
7th (13) Fortamour (14/1 +13%)
Fortamour

14/1(+13%)
(13) Fortamour 14/1, Pretty useful 6f performer at his best. Respectable second of 8 in handicap at Ripon (heavy) 7 days ago. This is his first outing over 7f since finishing eighth in this race 2 years ago.
In good form over 6f at Ripon lately; remains to be seen if he's still effective at 7f.
8th
8th (4) No Nay Nicki (5.5/1 +45%)
No Nay Nicki

5.5/1(+45%)
(4) No Nay Nicki 5.5/1, Just a maiden win to his name but he did post some solid efforts in handicaps last year, including a second over C&D off this mark. Should be competitive if ready to roll after 7 months off.
Close second over C&D last August and could go well now back down in trip on reappearance.
9th
9th (17) Golden Apollo (40/1 -60%)
Golden Apollo

40/1(-60%)
(17) Golden Apollo 40/1, Three wins from 18 runs last year. 40/1, below form fifth of 13 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 13 days ago. Drawn wide. Others preferred.
Won three times last season and ran okay on reappearance; could build on that.
10th
10th (9) Quest For Fun (50/1 -52%)
Quest For Fun

50/1(-52%)
(9) Quest For Fun 50/1, Two 6f wins for Julie Camacho last year. Steps up to 7f on return for new stable. Nicely drawn but a watching brief is the percentage call unless the betting suggests otherwise.
Just 1lb above last winning mark but below par on final few runs last season; stable debut.
11th
11th (14) Archduke Ferdinand (125/1 -89%)
Archduke Ferdinand

125/1(-89%)
(14) Archduke Ferdinand 125/1, Ex-Scandinavian gelding who hasn't beaten a rival in 2 outings since coming to Britain. First-time cheekpieces need to make a big difference.
Good record in Sweden but last of eight this spring on first two British starts.
12th
12th (15) Seven Brothers (66/1 -136%)
Seven Brothers

66/1(-136%)
(15) Seven Brothers 66/1, Course winner. 9/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, soft) on reappearance 20 days ago. Others more obvious.
No return to form on reappearance but on a dangerous mark and back on better ground here.
13th
13th (12) Motagally (25/1 +24%)
Motagally

25/1(+24%)
(12) Motagally 25/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2020. 50/1, respectable 3 lengths sixth of 10 to Titan Rock in handicap at Wolverhampton (7f) on reappearance in March, left poorly placed. Stall 19 not ideal.
Continues to drop in weights but patchy profile nowadays; others have more pressing claims.
14th
14th (16) Ataser (16/1 +0%)
Ataser

16/1(+0%)
(16) Ataser 16/1, Scored over 7f at Newmarket last June but in and out after and he beat only a couple home on his 6f Newbury reappearance. This trip more suitable but still best to look elsewhere from the outside stall.
Last season's best efforts bring him into it but such high points were scarce.
15th
15th (7) Starshiba (25/1 -39%)
Starshiba

25/1(-39%)
(7) Starshiba 25/1, Gained a fourth AW win since December when seeing off 11 rivals at Newcastle (7f) in March. Just as effective on turf and ought to remain competitive after a 3 lb rise.
0-18 on turf but effective on grass and won on AW last time out; might not be far away.
16th
16th (6) Ascot Adventure (11/1 +0%)
Ascot Adventure

11/1(+0%)
(6) Ascot Adventure 11/1, Ended his time with Clive Cox with a bit of a whimper but made a respectable retuurn for his new stable when fifth of 12 to Gorak in handicap at Doncaster (7f, heavy) 47 days ago. Claims if he can build on that.
Open to improvement on second run for trainer who does well with recruits from other yards.
17th
17th (5) Gioia Cieca (12/1 -71%)
Gioia Cieca

12/1(-71%)
(5) Gioia Cieca 12/1, Creditable third on 7f Musselburgh reappearance. Caught too far back after tardy start and shaped as if still in form when fifth of 12 there a fortnight ago.
Encouraging signs after gelding/wind ops and the return to better ground could be a plus.
18th
18th (10) Tiempo Star (10/1 -100%)
Tiempo Star

10/1(-100%)
(10) Tiempo Star 10/1, Didn't kick on in a light 3-y-o campaign but 2023 looks like being much productive based on his 1m Chelmsford reappearance success 22 days ago. Less exposed than a lot of these and high on the shortlist from a handy low draw.
Won in good style at Chelmsford on comeback but now needs to transfer that AW form to turf.
19th
19th (18) Milbanke (28/1 +0%)
Milbanke

28/1(+0%)
(18) Milbanke 28/1, Second start for this yard when scoring at Wolverhampton (7f) in November. 11/2, bit below form fourth of 10 in handicap at Catterick (7f, soft) on reappearance 23 days ago but he could strip fitter with the outing behind him.
In good form on AW last November and could show the benefit of last month's comeback run.
20th
20th (11) Mossbawn (80/1 -60%)
Mossbawn

80/1(-60%)
(11) Mossbawn 80/1, Progressive at 4 but didn't build on a good reappearance run in just 4 outings last season. Has left David & Nicole Barron ahead of this first outing for 7 months. Probably best to look elsewhere.
Well treated on best form; tailed off when last seen; probably best watched on yard debut.
LTO Selection:

16:45 York Handicap (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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

Mark Walford's string have been in excellent form recently and IT JUST TAKES TIME gets the vote to follow up his Thirsk victory from last week. The 5lb penalty is negated by Jonny Peate's claim and the step back up in trip is unlikely to inconvenience him. Tiempo Star won on his return to action at Chelmsford and may just be the type to kick on after some below-par efforts last season. Titan Rock, No Nay Nicki and Ataser are others worth a place on the shortlist.

IT JUST TAKES TIME just keeps on getting better and looks well treated under a penalty for last week's ready Thirsk success. The chief threat may come from fellow-last-time out scorers Tiempo Star and Titan Rock, the mount of William Buick.

The filly NO NAY NICKI was a good second of 14 off today's mark over C&D last August and is taken to make a winning return.


16:55 Newbury Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 17 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) Greysful Storm (25/1 +38%)
Greysful Storm

25/1(+38%)
(1) Greysful Storm 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Off 6 months bfore coming in only fourteenth of 16 in maiden at Newmarket (8f, 150/1) 30 days ago. Up in trip for her handicap debut with work to do.
Bred to appreciate the longer trip on handicap debut but has to leave latest effort behind.
2
2nd (14) Lucky Fifteen (2.75/1 +39%)
Lucky Fifteen

2.75/1(+39%)
(14) Lucky Fifteen 2.75/1, Lope De Vega colt who wasn't seen to best effect when sixth of 11 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7f) 6 months ago. Goes into handicaps now and one to consider with his stamina drawn out more.
Held in three starts last year, but bred to relish the longer trip on handicap debut.
3
3rd (11) Lady Rascal (3.5/1 -17%)
Lady Rascal

3.5/1(-17%)
(11) Lady Rascal 3.5/1, Went backwards from her reappearance when thirteenth of 16 in maiden at Newmarket (8f, good to soft) 30 days ago. Up in trip for her handicap debut. Could bounce back.
Has regressed since a mildly promising debut but may show a more now handicapping.
4
4th (3) Manuelito (20/1 -25%)
Manuelito

20/1(-25%)
(3) Manuelito 20/1, Fair maiden. Gelded before below-par fifth of 7 in handicap at Windsor (11.4f, soft) 18 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
Some ability last year but well beaten on recent handicap debut; needs to step up.
5th
5th (17) Royal Athena (18/1 +45%)
Royal Athena

18/1(+45%)
(17) Royal Athena 18/1, Failed to build on reappearance fifth when coming in last of 8 in 1m handicap at Kempton 32 days ago. Up in trip. Needs to get back on track.
Has shown ability and bred to appreciate longer trip, but others are higher up the list.
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6th (9) I Still Have Faith (33/1 -32%)
I Still Have Faith

33/1(-32%)
(9) I Still Have Faith 33/1, First run since leaving Ian Williams when good fourth at Thirsk (1m) in April. Only seventh in the mud on her handicap debut at Goodwood (1m2f) last time and could still progress.
Has shown some ability, but well beaten on handicap debut; better ground may help.
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7th (15) Cherryhawk (22/1 -83%)
Cherryhawk

22/1(-83%)
(15) Cherryhawk 22/1, 33/1, took his form up a notch on his handicap debut when second of 10 at Goodwood (9.9f, heavy) 13 days ago, clear of rest. Holds good claims nudged up just 1 lb.
1lb higher than when runner-up on handicap debut at Goodwood 13 days ago; player.
8th
8th (6) Apex (33/1 -136%)
Apex

33/1(-136%)
(6) Apex 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 13/2 and hooded for 1st time, only sixth of 8 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, heavy) 32 days ago. Up in trip and needs to get back on track.
Showed early promise but form has regressed over his four starts; needs a resurgence.
9th
9th (8) Dance Havana (25/1 +38%)
Dance Havana

25/1(+38%)
(8) Dance Havana 25/1, Yarmouth 1m1f maiden winner. Off 7 months before fading fourth of 7 in handicap at Doncaster (11.9f, soft) 20 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and can take a step forward.
May have needed reappearance and shorter trip may suit; cheekpieces on.
10th
10th (16) Irezumi (20/1 +9%)
Irezumi

20/1(+9%)
(16) Irezumi 20/1, Just modest form in a trio of starts last term and off 6 months/gelded before below-par fourth on her handicap debut at Epsom last month. Needs to take a step forward.
Remote fourth on his reappearance/handicap debut at Epsom last month; needs to improve.
11th
11th (13) Roman Art (5/1 +33%)
Roman Art

5/1(+33%)
(13) Roman Art 5/1, Has hinted at promise, fifth of 12 in 1m minor event at Southwell in January. Starts life in handicaps on a lenient mark so he merits serious consideration.
Some ability on the AW and worth a second look on turf/handicap debut.
12th
12th (7) Phenomenon (10/1 +0%)
Phenomenon

10/1(+0%)
(7) Phenomenon 10/1, 9/2 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, good third of 8 in 1m handicap at Lingfield (AW) 15 days ago. In the mix with headgear retained over this longer trip.
Similar level of form in first four starts, but seems unlikely to appreciate longer trip.
13th
13th (12) Gallant Lion (80/1 -60%)
Gallant Lion

80/1(-60%)
(12) Gallant Lion 80/1, First run since leaving Michael Bell when ninth in 1m minor event (200/1) at Kempton (8f). Off 6 months with lots more needed now going into handicaps.
Well held in three starts last year, but bred to stay at least this far; handicap debut.
14th
14th (10) Major Major (40/1 +0%)
Major Major

40/1(+0%)
(10) Major Major 40/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Last of 13 in minor event at Doncaster (7f, heavy) 47 days ago. Back up in trip for his handicap debut with plenty more required.
Well held in three starts and needs to step up considerably on handicap debut.
15th
15th (5) Going To The Moon (40/1 +0%)
Going To The Moon

40/1(+0%)
(5) Going To The Moon 40/1, Runner-up in a 1m Nottingham maiden in August but he hasn't reproduced that form since, cheekpieces on when fourth of 7 in minor event at Nottingham (10.2f, heavy) 17 days ago. More needed on his handicap debut.
Not built on a promising debut; drying ground may help but enough to prove for now.
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16th (4) Salamancan (6.5/1 +46%)
Salamancan

6.5/1(+46%)
(4) Salamancan 6.5/1, Off 5 months before coming eighth of 10 in 1m maiden (66/1) here 27 days ago. Back up in trip for his handicap debut and no forlorn hope.
Well held in first three starts, but nicely bred so could show more on handicap debut.
17th
17th (2) Roar Emotion (28/1 -250%)
Roar Emotion

28/1(-250%)
(2) Roar Emotion 28/1, Improved markedly after 8 months off to make a winning handicap debut in 12-runner event at Kempton (8f) 37 days ago. Up in trip and well in the mix again.
Successful reappearance/handicap debut at Kempton last month, but form not working out.
LTO Selection:

16:55 Newbury Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

This can go the way of CHERRYHAWK, who must hold every chance if building on a strong runner-up effort on her handicap debut at Goodwood last time out. The form of her stable is another plus and she is taken to see off the likes of Kempton winner Roar Emotion and Phenomenon, who could easily improve for the step up in trip. Others to note include Dance Havana, Lucky Fifteen and Major Major.

This is wide open but Hughie Morrison's handicap debutant ROMAN ART looks to start life in handicaps on a lenient mark and can go close if, as expected, building on his Southwell fifth after a break. Cherryhawk represents the in-form yard of Dominic Ffrench Davis and must enter calculations nudged up only a 1 lb for his excellent recent Goodwood second. Kempton scorer Roar Emotion is firmly in the picture too, while handicap debutants Salamancan and Lucky Fifteen appeal as likely improvers.

A chance is taken with handicap-newcomer SALAMANCAN, who hasn't shown much in three starts but is bred to be much better.


17:00 Downpatrick Maiden Hurdle 19f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Williamstowndancer (0.73/1 +51%)
Williamstowndancer

0.73/1(+51%)
(5) Williamstowndancer 0.73/1, Fairly useful bumper winner who had a hopeless task from her position when third of 20 in Nickel Coin (Grade 2) at Aintree last time. Big player on hurdle debut.
Third in Aintree Grade 2 Mares' bumper; should take high rank on hurdling debut.
2
2nd (3) Smooth Player (3.33/1 -33%)
Smooth Player

3.33/1(-33%)
(3) Smooth Player 3.33/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Disappointing when turned over at short odds in 2m maiden at Tramore last month but was probably unsuited by drop in trip. Worth another chance.
Below form at Tramore last time over 2m when 4-7fav; needs to return to previous best.
3
3rd (9) Hilton De Chaillac (18/1 +55%)
Hilton De Chaillac

18/1(+55%)
(9) Hilton De Chaillac 18/1, Twice-raced maiden under NH rules. Twelfth of 14 in maiden hurdle at Naas (19f, soft, 40/1) on hurdles bow 68 days ago, folding after racing freely. Tongue strap on for 1st time.
Has been soundly beaten in a bumper and maiden hurdle, so has to find improvement.
4
4th (8) Harel Du Marais (16/1 -33%)
Harel Du Marais

16/1(-33%)
(8) Harel Du Marais 16/1, Fair hurdler who proved a disappointment when fourth of 10 in novice hurdle at Musselburgh (15.6f, soft). Off 6 months. Up in trip. Needs to get back on track.
Was well below form when last seen at Musselburgh and needs a return to best.
5th
5th (11) Boskill Borden (100/1 +0%)
Boskill Borden

100/1(+0%)
(11) Boskill Borden 100/1, Well held in bumper/maiden hurdle.
Beaten 42l in a maiden hurdle and has to find major improvement.
6th
6th (7) Hans Gruber (18/1 -13%)
Hans Gruber

18/1(-13%)
(7) Hans Gruber 18/1, Fair hurdler who probably needed the run after 4 months off when tenth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, soft) 8 days ago. Hood back on.
Has ability but was disappointing in handicap company last time; work to do.
7th
7th (12) Myfiabellaevard (200/1 +0%)
Myfiabellaevard

200/1(+0%)
(12) Myfiabellaevard 200/1, Well held in bumpers 3 months apart.
Beaten a long way in two bumpers and can't be fancied.
8th
8th (14) Castlebawn North (33/1 -65%)
Castlebawn North

33/1(-65%)
(14) Castlebawn North 33/1, Twice-raced maiden. 9/2, fourth of 8 in bumper at Clonmel (18.5f, heavy) 59 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. RESERVE.
Not disgraced on bumper debut at Leopardstown but tailed-off at Clonmel next time; reserve.
9th
9th (10) Ardad Derek (125/1 -25%)
Ardad Derek

125/1(-25%)
(10) Ardad Derek 125/1, Well held in bumper/maiden hurdle 3 months apart.
Soundly beaten in a bumper and maiden hurdle, so has to find major improvement.
|F|
|F| (1) Barbary Master (12/1 +25%)
Barbary Master

12/1(+25%)
(1) Barbary Master 12/1, Fairly useful hurdler at best but was well held in a maiden at Cork (24.8f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Back down in trip. Blinkers on for 1st time.
Placed several times over hurdles but was poor over 3m at Cork last time; blinkers on.
|F|
|F| (13) Pure Notions (16/1 -100%)
Pure Notions

16/1(-100%)
(13) Pure Notions 16/1, Below expectations when sixth of 11 in bumper (10/11) at Cork (16f, heavy) on NH debut 57 days ago, looking unsuited by conditions. Makes hurdles debut. Yard in good form.
Well beaten in a Cork bumper on heavy ground; this surface should suit better.
10th
10th (2) Eco Pete (8/1 +0%)
Eco Pete

8/1(+0%)
(2) Eco Pete 8/1, Fairly useful hurdler who shaped as if better for the run after 6 months off when fourth of 7 in maiden at Leopardstown (20f, good) 75 days ago.
Beaten 17l by a quality rival at Leopardstown last time and should be involved.
11th
11th (4) Deep Sigh (100/1 -257%)
Deep Sigh

100/1(-257%)
(4) Deep Sigh 100/1, Fair handicapper on Flat, stays 1½m, well held on stable debut (previously trained by David Simcock) last time. Tongue strap retained for hurdle debut.
Fairly consistent at a modest level on the Flat; best watched on hurdles debut.
LTO Selection:

17:00 Downpatrick Maiden Hurdle 19f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

This looks a good opportunity for WILLIAMSTOWNDANCER on her hurdling debut for Willie Mullins. This Punchestown bumper winner was a never nearer third in a Grade 2 mares' bumper at Aintree last month which is very strong form in the context of this race. Drying ground will be ideal for her. Mullins also saddles Pure Notions who went off odds-on favourite for a bumper at Cork before finishing sixth. That was on heavy ground and she may be seen to better effect here. The 123-rated Smooth Player wouldn't be winning out of turn after three consecutive runner-up berths. He wasn't at his best when a remote second at Tramore in April, though. Eco Pete won a bumper at this track and is better than his last two efforts.

WILLIAMSTOWNDANCER shaped well from an unpromising position in the Grade 2 Nickel Coin at Aintree on her most recent bumper outing, so she's of strong interest now switched to hurdles in what looks a winnable race. Smooth Player proved a let-down when turned over at short odds at Tramore last time, but was possibly unsuited by the drop back in trip and is a big player on his previous form. The selection's stablemate Pure Notions is clearly thought capable of better and shouldn't be overlooked.

Though WILLIAMSTOWNDANCER lacks the hurdling experience of some of her main rivals, she looks classy enough to score.


17:05 Newmarket Handicap (Class 5) 7f - 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 (10) Aurora Dawn (6.5/1 +35%)
Aurora Dawn

6.5/1(+35%)
(10) Aurora Dawn 6.5/1, Improved on handicap debut when third of 7 at Lingfield (7f, AW, 12/1) 31 days ago, finishing well from long way back. Respected on turf debut.
Four runs on AW, showing clear promise; good test at 7f should suit; more to come.
2
2nd (3) Liberty Mountain (12/1 +25%)
Liberty Mountain

12/1(+25%)
(3) Liberty Mountain 12/1, Improved on final start last year, winning 5-runner minor event at Lingfield (7f, AW, 11/4) in October. Shaped as if better for run when fifth of 10 in handicap (12/1) at Yarmouth (7f, good) on return and shouldn't be discounted.
7f AW winner last season; encouraging seasonal return; unraced on slower than good.
3
3rd (7) Oriental Dancer (7.5/1 -25%)
Oriental Dancer

7.5/1(-25%)
(7) Oriental Dancer 7.5/1, Much improved when second of 10 on nursery bow at Leicester (7f, good to firm), making challenge away from other principals. Looks competitive on form after 7 months off.
Promising nursery debut when last seen (7f, good); more to come this year; interesting.
4
4th (5) Wadi Bani (11/1 -57%)
Wadi Bani

11/1(-57%)
(5) Wadi Bani 11/1, Free-going sort wasn't disgraced when second of 8 in handicap at Windsor (6f, heavy) 11 days ago. Tongue strap back on. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.
Second over 6f 11 days ago; still to prove he stays 7f but returning tongue-tie can help.
5th
5th (4) Raven's Applause (11/1 -100%)
Raven's Applause

11/1(-100%)
(4) Raven's Applause 11/1, Given 3 qualifying runs in quick succession, his best effort coming when third in Chelmsford maiden in late-April. Should still improve for this trip and looks on a fair mark for his handicap debut,
Promise in three quick runs this spring; likely improver now handicapping.
6th
6th (1) Abbadia (7/1 +0%)
Abbadia

7/1(+0%)
(1) Abbadia 7/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Progressed again when second of 12 on handicap/turf debut (11/2) at Beverley (7.4f, good to soft) 30 days ago. Up 3 lb but going in right direction.
Improved for headgear/handicaps when close 2nd at Beverley last month; up 3lb; chance.
7th
7th (2) Carvetii (10/1 -67%)
Carvetii

10/1(-67%)
(2) Carvetii 10/1, Did well under circumstances when second of 6 in handicap at Leicester (7f, heavy) 20 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently in strongly-run event. Player again.
Good 2nd at Leicester latest (7f, soft); back up in weights but drying ground no problem.
8th
8th (15) Chalk Mountain (5.5/1 +54%)
Chalk Mountain

5.5/1(+54%)
(15) Chalk Mountain 5.5/1, Justified support when winning 6-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 5/2) 24 days ago, well positioned but still looking slightly rough around the edges. 4 lb higher now but could still have more to come.
Off the mark at Wolverhampton on his 3yo return; 4lb higher but still has more to come.
9th
9th (11) Mister X (50/1 +24%)
Mister X

50/1(+24%)
(11) Mister X 50/1, Won at Lingfield in March but failed to replicate that form in a pair of subsequent outings there and arrives with a fair bit to prove back on turf.
Four handicap wins already but his last two runs have been underwhelming.
10th
10th (8) Muy Muy Guapo (20/1 +50%)
Muy Muy Guapo

20/1(+50%)
(8) Muy Muy Guapo 20/1, Fair maiden has essentially looked harshly treated in a trio of handicap starts so far, matching previous form when fourth of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 51 days ago, slowly away. Not easy to make a case for.
Not looked ahead of his mark on AW this year; hopes pined on this return to turf reviving.
11th
11th (12) Miss Gallagher (16/1 +36%)
Miss Gallagher

16/1(+36%)
(12) Miss Gallagher 16/1, Steadily progressive last season until flopping in nursery at Southwell (7.1f, 9/2) on final start. Off 7 months. Has work to do.
Bits of form at two that give her claims; reportedly failed to stay 7f latest.
12th
12th (13) So Chic (14/1 +13%)
So Chic

14/1(+13%)
(13) So Chic 14/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in March. Probably would have benefited from stronger gallop when fourth of 8 there (8.6f) 24 days ago but did flash tail and others make more appeal overall.
In good form over 7f on AW this year; not at best over 1m the last twice; yard in form.
13th
13th (9) House Of Dragons (40/1 +20%)
House Of Dragons

40/1(+20%)
(9) House Of Dragons 40/1, Gradual improvemeent in a trio of starts for Dominic Ffrench Davis last season but handicapper has taken no chances with his opening mark and bit more needed making handicap debut for new yard.
Best run for former yard came over 8.5f; opening mark no obvious gift on stable debut.
14th
14th (14) Topo Chico (16/1 +27%)
Topo Chico

16/1(+27%)
(14) Topo Chico 16/1, Good neck second of 10 in handicap at Kempton (7f) on penultimate start and wasn't disgraced when fourth of 7 at Lingfield (7f, AW, 15/2) a week later. Frame claims.
Ten-race maiden but often placed; behind Aurora Dawn latest; each-way claims again.
15th
15th (16) Mysterious Maestro (33/1 -230%)
Mysterious Maestro

33/1(-230%)
(16) Mysterious Maestro 33/1, Had visor applied and showed his first form when fifth of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW) 15 days ago. May do better still with that under his belt.
Better run on handicap debut latest; return to 7f can help; still has more to come.
16th
16th (6) Hurricane Kiko (9/1 +78%)
Hurricane Kiko

9/1(+78%)
(6) Hurricane Kiko 9/1, Winner of Chelmsford City maiden on third start at 2 yrs. Perhaps needed run when mid-field at Kempton on handicap bow last time but mark still looks stiff enough.
1m AW winner last season; well held on return; looks too high in the weights.
LTO Selection:

17:05 Newmarket Handicap (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow

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

Raised 3lb in the ratings having been narrowly denied on her handicap debut last month, compensation may await the George Boughey-trained ABBADIA with natural progression on the cards. Ed Dunlop enlists the services of James Doyle aboard Raven's Applause, and that means the son of Acclamation should be treated with the utmost respect. Others to note include Oriental Dancer and Wadi Bani.

ORIENTAL DANCER took a significant step forward when second on her nursery bow at Leicester late last year despite the run of the race going against her and she's taken to kick off her 3-y-o campaign with a winning reappearance. Raven's Applause has been quickly qualified for handicaps by Ed Dunlop and should still prove better at this trip, so may represent some value, whilst Carvetii's recent second, also at Leicester, makes him a leading player.

Aurora Dawn has more to come in a well-run race but ORIENTAL DANCER is also capable of further progress this year.


17:10 Leopardstown Maiden 8f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (14) Winston Spencer (7.5/1 +38%)
Winston Spencer

7.5/1(+38%)
(14) Winston Spencer 7.5/1, Once-raced colt. 28/1, seventh of 20 in maiden at the Curragh (7f, heavy) on debut 55 days ago. Should improve.
8l 7th on last month's debut; winners have come out of that race; should improve for 1m.
2
2nd (5) Dawn Session (25/1 +24%)
Dawn Session

25/1(+24%)
(5) Dawn Session 25/1, Once-raced colt. 10/1 and cheekpieces on, ninth of 15 in maiden at Roscommon (7.2f, good to soft) on debut. Off 12 months. Yard having good spell.
Only 10-1 on debut at Roscommon a year ago; may do better over 1m but likely to need this.
3
3rd (15) Bella Blue Eyes (2.25/1 +0%)
Bella Blue Eyes

2.25/1(+0%)
(15) Bella Blue Eyes 2.25/1, Promising individual. Second of 12 in maiden at Tipperary (7.5f, good to firm, 16/5) on debut, slowly away. Off 8 months. Open to progress.
Beaten half length on sole 2yo start; that for has worked out; every chance of improvement.
4
4th (23) Night Blue (4.5/1 +55%)
Night Blue

4.5/1(+55%)
(23) Night Blue 4.5/1, Twice-raced filly. Sixth of 20 in maiden (33/1) at Naas (8f, good) 13 days ago, slowly away. RESERVE.
Left debut behind when beaten 4l; could be involved if she improves again; reserve.
5th
5th (13) Treasured Soul (16/1 +52%)
Treasured Soul

16/1(+52%)
(13) Treasured Soul 16/1, 42,000 gns foal, 75,000 gns yearling, Zoffany gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 2-y-o 5f/6f winner (stayed 1m) Besharah.
Already gelded and tough ask for a newcomer; yard's second-string.
6th
6th (17) Guided (12/1 +25%)
Guided

12/1(+25%)
(17) Guided 12/1, Once-raced filly. 6/1, eighth of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (7f) on debut. Off 6 months.
Beaten 6l when 8th in a maiden; looked green and will improve for further.
7th
7th (6) Firm Handshake (8/1 -60%)
Firm Handshake

8/1(-60%)
(6) Firm Handshake 8/1, Promising sort. Third of 15 in maiden at Cork (8f, good to soft, 20/1) on debut 28 days ago, best work finish. Visor on 1st time. May well do better.
Not beaten far when 3rd in a Cork maiden and met some trouble; big player but tough draw.
8th
8th (3) City Exile (10/1 -67%)
City Exile

10/1(-67%)
(3) City Exile 10/1, Thrice-raced gelding. Second of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (7f, 18/1) 35 days ago, never nearer.
Promise in 2yo runs; major improvement when beaten 2l on return, shaping like 1m will suit.
9th
9th (7) Free Flow (50/1 -52%)
Free Flow

50/1(-52%)
(7) Free Flow 50/1, Twice-raced gelding. 11/1, fourteenth of 15 in maiden at Gowran (9.6f, heavy) 31 days ago.
Encouraging debut when 6th on AW but well held on turf debut latest.
10th
10th (12) New Route (40/1 +20%)
New Route

40/1(+20%)
(12) New Route 40/1, Once-raced gelding. Twelfth of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (7f, 25/1) on debut 35 days ago.
Green when beaten 10l on AW last month; wide draw won't help on turf bow.
11th
11th (1) Banana Three (5/1 +17%)
Banana Three

5/1(+17%)
(1) Banana Three 5/1, Promising sort. 9/1, third of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (7f) on debut 35 days ago, running on. Should have more to offer.
Did well to finish 3rd having looked very green on last month's debut; further will suit.
12th
12th (19) Portmagee (66/1 -164%)
Portmagee

66/1(-164%)
(19) Portmagee 66/1, Twice-raced filly. Seventh of 11 in maiden (18/1) at Gowran (8f, soft) 30 days ago, unable to sustain effort.
Minor progress from debut when beaten 9l in a Gowran maiden; likely one for h'caps.
13th
13th (18) Passionate (14/1 +30%)
Passionate

14/1(+30%)
(18) Passionate 14/1, Once-raced filly. Fifth of 13 in maiden (4/1) at Cork (7f, heavy) on debut 41 days ago, not knocked about. Likely to improve.
Beaten 12l on testing ground at Cork last month; 1m will help but has enough to find..
14th
14th (16) Below Deck (125/1 -25%)
Below Deck

125/1(-25%)
(16) Below Deck 125/1, Twice-raced filly. Seventh of 10 in maiden at Dundalk (8f, 25/1). Off 158 days.
Minor promise in a pair of maidens so far; off 158 days and has plenty to find; wide draw.
15th
15th (4) Cruiscin Lan (33/1 +0%)
Cruiscin Lan

33/1(+0%)
(4) Cruiscin Lan 33/1, Twice-raced gelding. Fifth of 15 in maiden at Gowran (8f, good to soft, 100/1) 16 days ago.
Encouraging 5th at Gowran latest but more required and h'aps after this run.
16th
16th (8) Get Set Jet (250/1 -67%)
Get Set Jet

250/1(-67%)
(8) Get Set Jet 250/1, Twice-raced gelding. Eighth of 11 in maiden (200/1) at Limerick (7f, soft) 27 days ago, very slowly away.
Well held at triple figure odds in two runs so far.
17th
17th (21) Silkies Sib (80/1 -60%)
Silkies Sib

80/1(-60%)
(21) Silkies Sib 80/1, Twice-raced colt. Seventh of 15 in maiden at Gowran (8f, good to soft, 125/1) 16 days ago. RESERVE.
Big prices in 2 maidens; shown fair bit of ability; beaten 12l latest; wide draw; reserve.
18th
18th (2) Charlie Brow'n (80/1 -21%)
Charlie Brow'n

80/1(-21%)
(2) Charlie Brow'n 80/1, €8,000 yearling, Myboycharlie colt. Dam lightly raced in France.
Myboycharlie colt; 15,000GNS 2yo; dam French maiden; likely to need this on debut.
19th
19th (9) Goldmoyne (250/1 -67%)
Goldmoyne

250/1(-67%)
(9) Goldmoyne 250/1, Twice-raced colt. 300/1, twelfth of 15 in maiden at Cork (6f, soft) 14 days ago. Significantly up in trip.
Hasn't beaten many home in pair of maidens this season; new trip could help; hard to fancy.
20th
20th (20) Uwoduhi Adanvto (100/1 +0%)
Uwoduhi Adanvto

100/1(+0%)
(20) Uwoduhi Adanvto 100/1, Once-raced filly. 125/1, eleventh of 18 in maiden at the Curragh (6f, heavy) on debut 33 days ago. Significantly up in trip.
125s when beaten 13l in a Curragh maiden on last month's debut; needs to leave that behind.
LTO Selection:

17:10 Leopardstown Maiden 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

FIRM HANDSHAKE and Bella Blue Eyes stand out here, with preference for the Willie McCreery-trained former. He didn't get a clear run early in the straight on debut at Cork but came home strongly in the closing stages to finish a never nearer third. Bella Blue Eyes also ran a fine race on debut at Tipperary in August, filling the runner-up spot behind Library. The Paddy Twomey-trained bay has a wide draw to overcome here but appears the choice of Billy Lee, who of course rides for both McCreery and Twomey. Joseph O'Brien is represented by Guided and newcomer Morello Di Vento, with the latter, who is owned by Real Madrid and Spanish international Alvaro Odriozola, a half-brother to Unconquerable, a smart juvenile in 2021. Second and third at Dundalk last month, City Exile and Banana Three are leading contenders, while Passionate and Winston Spencer are others to keep on side.

BELLA BLUE EYES showed plenty to work on when runner-up at Tipperary in August so could be the answer. Banana Three and Firm Handshake also arrive on the back of promising debuts so also need considering.

There was plenty to like about BANANA THREE's debut when doing well to finish 3rd and he can reverse form with City Exile


17:15 York Handicap (Class 3) 5f - 18 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 (16) Kuwait City (28/1 -40%)
Kuwait City

28/1(-40%)
(16) Kuwait City 28/1, Won 1 of his 6 starts as a juvenile, a soft-ground minor event at Yarmouth (5.2f) a year ago. Shaped as if he'd come on for his reappearance at Goodwood and could make his presence felt if able to resume progress.
2
2nd (17) Jm Jungle (18/1 +18%)
Jm Jungle

18/1(+18%)
(17) Jm Jungle 18/1, Likeable type who has run with credit on both starts this term, third at Musselburgh last time. Others look better treated but should give his running once more.
3
3rd (3) Redemption Time (20/1 +39%)
Redemption Time

20/1(+39%)
(3) Redemption Time 20/1, Won minor event at Bath (5f) in June but down the field on next 2 starts and fared no better at Thirsk on reappearance. Tongue strap is back on, but he has a bit to prove.
4
4th (15) The Thames Boatman (8/1 +11%)
The Thames Boatman

8/1(+11%)
(15) The Thames Boatman 8/1, Returned with 5f success at Wolverhampton in February and backed it up with a solid third of 11 at Southwell (5f) 66 days ago. Should be in the mix once more.
5th
5th (8) Woolhampton (22/1 +33%)
Woolhampton

22/1(+33%)
(8) Woolhampton 22/1, Fairly useful filly who performed respectably in a listed event at Chelmsford last time. Others look better treated, though.
6th
6th (5) Miss Brazen (25/1 -56%)
Miss Brazen

25/1(-56%)
(5) Miss Brazen 25/1, Dual winner for Karl Burke last season and back on the up in no uncertain terms when landing a Beverley handicap impressively earlier in the month. Run of the race should suit and she's likely to feature.
7th
7th (7) Tatterstall (12/1 +25%)
Tatterstall

12/1(+25%)
(7) Tatterstall 12/1, Career best when winning 9-runner maiden at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 9/4) 7 days ago. Had some solid form last season and usually gives his running, so can't be ruled out.
8th
8th (20) Match Play (25/1 +11%)
Match Play

25/1(+11%)
(20) Match Play 25/1, First run since leaving Kevin Ryan when creditable fourth of 11 in handicap at Southwell (5f, 50/1) 66 days ago. Still not fully exposed and could build on that, so not completely dismissed.
9th
9th (18) Just A Spark (10/1 +50%)
Just A Spark

10/1(+50%)
(18) Just A Spark 10/1, Progressive on AW, completing a hat-trick in 5f Southwell handicap in April. Another good effort when third at Nottingham last time and seems likely to give another good account.
10th
10th (2) Rhythm N Hooves (8/1 -45%)
Rhythm N Hooves

8/1(-45%)
(2) Rhythm N Hooves 8/1, Progressive sort who doubled his tally with ease at Chelmsford last month. No reason why he won't be fully effective on turf, so worth chancing to land the hat-trick.
11th
11th (22) Winter Crown (7.5/1 -50%)
Winter Crown

7.5/1(-50%)
(22) Winter Crown 7.5/1, Positive start for this yard, winning AW novice then second in handicaps at Musselburgh and Chester (9 days ago). Should give another good account.
12th
12th (13) Grace Angel (33/1 -65%)
Grace Angel

33/1(-65%)
(13) Grace Angel 33/1, Consistent on the whole but arrives on the back of a rare poor effort at Newmarket. Drop back in trip should help and she's not one to completely dismiss.
13th
13th (14) Thankuappreciate (8.5/1 +39%)
Thankuappreciate

8.5/1(+39%)
(14) Thankuappreciate 8.5/1, After 7 months off, ran well on handicap debut when third of 8 at Nottingham and backed it up with a good second at Thirsk (despite missing the break). Strong pace would suit.
14th
14th (10) She's Centimental (7.5/1 +46%)
She's Centimental

7.5/1(+46%)
(10) She's Centimental 7.5/1, Progressive, taking record to 3-4 when striking on 6f Wolverhampton handicap debut/reappearance 38 days ago. The front 2 were nicely clear and she's likely still well treated after a 5 lb rise.
15th
15th (11) Spartan Arrow (4/1 +27%)
Spartan Arrow

4/1(+27%)
(11) Spartan Arrow 4/1, Has improved with each run and made the most of a good opportunity at Brighton last time. Open to further progress and should be involved.
16th
16th (6) Northcliff (20/1 -25%)
Northcliff

20/1(-25%)
(6) Northcliff 20/1, Yet to win but he has quite useful form. Respectable effort at Hamilton last time and could get involved if things drop right.
17th
17th (4) Star Of Lady M (40/1 +0%)
Star Of Lady M

40/1(+0%)
(4) Star Of Lady M 40/1, Did well last season, winning 3 times. Laboured effort at Thirsk on return and, while he should come on for that, others look better treated.
18th
18th (19) Jamie Bond (28/1 -133%)
Jamie Bond

28/1(-133%)
(19) Jamie Bond 28/1, £130,000 breeze-up buy who left previous efforts behind when making a successful handicap debut at Catterick last month. Might well improve further, so can't be dismissed.
LTO Selection:

17:15 York Handicap (Class 3) 5f Race Class Flow

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

A tentative vote goes to SPARTAN ARROW, who could not have won any easier at Brighton last time out, and an opening mark of 82 could greatly underestimate him on his handicap debut. Runner-up on his last two starts, Winter Crown looks very dangerous off a featherweight, while Rhythm N Hooves arrives on the back of a bloodless success at Chelmsford last month. Last-time-out winners Miss Brazen and Tatterstall are others to note, as well as Just A Spark and Thankuappreciate.

RHYTHM N HOOVES has made a positive start on the AW and, such was the ease in which he defied a penalty in a novice at Chelmsford last time, he's likely to prove better than a mark of 88. He's preferred to Spartan Arrow, who arrives with a similar profile, and a solid showing is also expected from She's Centimental.

A cracking race in which SHE'S CENTIMENTAL can continue her progress on her turf debut. Spartan Arrow is next best.


17:20 Aintree Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Father Of Jazz (1.1/1 -21%)
Father Of Jazz

1.1/1(-21%)
(1) Father Of Jazz 1.1/1, Useful Flat winner for Roger Varian but didn't quite match expectations in a trio of hurdle starts for Dan Skelton. Back on track after stable switch when winning 11-runner novice at Kempton last time and he sets the standard under a penalty.
Smooth at Kempton and every chance of defying a penalty in what looks a weaker race.
2
2nd (6) Gaius (2.5/1 +44%)
Gaius

2.5/1(+44%)
(6) Gaius 2.5/1, Fairly useful Flat winner for Richard Hannon and took a step forward from his hurdling debut when fourth of 8 in juvenile hurdle at Ludlow (15.8f, soft) 133 days ago. Not taken lightly.
Useful Flat horse; two fair runs over hurdles and today's drier conditions should benefit.
3
3rd (2) VE Day (6/1 -33%)
VE Day

6/1(-33%)
(2) VE Day 6/1, Fair maiden on the level for Andrew Balding. Landed 4-runner juvenile hurdle at Musselburgh (15.6f, good to soft) on NH debut in March but went backwards when down the field at Ludlow last time. In the mix if able to bounce back.
Won at Musselburgh before dropping out disappointingly at Ludlow; needs more.
4
4th (7) Smart Deal (16/1 -60%)
Smart Deal

16/1(-60%)
(7) Smart Deal 16/1, Kingman gelding has shown ability in a pair of starts to date but is yet to harness it to his full potential, pulling far too hard to do himself justice at Uttoxeter last week. May well to do better but needs to race more efficiently.
Hood for both his runs and hasn't settled well enough to give himself a chance.
5th
5th (3) Breaking Records (150/1 +25%)
Breaking Records

150/1(+25%)
(3) Breaking Records 150/1, Modest sprinter on Flat and has showed nothing in 8 starts over hurdles. Impossible to fancy after 13 months off.
Triple Flat winner but 0-8 over hurdles and has no obvious claims on these terms.
|B|
|B| (4) Buxted Too (33/1 -288%)
Buxted Too

33/1(-288%)
(4) Buxted Too 33/1, Borderline useful Flat winner was easy to back and ran below that level on his belated return to hurdling at Worcester 11 days ago. Still early days with him in this sphere but step forward necessary.
Had a good year on the AW but he was tailed off back over hurdles at Worcester.
|F|
|F| (8) Arctic Fox (5.5/1 +61%)
Arctic Fox

5.5/1(+61%)
(8) Arctic Fox 5.5/1, Fairly useful stayer on Flat was pulled up on her only prior hurdles outing in March 2021. Looked rusty on return to Flat action at Haydock last time, and it's certainly interesting connections are opting to have another crack at hurdling.
Pulled up when trying hurdling once before but her Flat ability is respected..
|PU|
|PU| (5) Propagation (150/1 -127%)
Propagation

150/1(-127%)
(5) Propagation 150/1, Long-standing maiden miler on the level and failed to back up a dubious hurdling debut when down the field at Perth last seen. Can't be fancied after 9 months off.
Modest Flat maiden and was 50-1 when never counting in a Perth maiden last August.
LTO Selection:

17:20 Aintree Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

FATHER OF JAZZ got off the mark over hurdles at the first time of asking for James Owen earlier this month and, although a 7lb penalty is sure to make life more difficult for him, this smart ex-Flat performer may have too much speed around here. Ve Day was nowhere near the standard of the selection on the level but he is dangerous to dismiss. The biggest threat may come from Gaius, who showed ability in two juvenile hurdles and should appreciate this livelier ground.

FATHER OF JAZZ was a useful performer on the Flat and travelled with much more zest when scoring in a small field at Kempton earlier in the month. He's fancied to defy a 6 lb penalty and follow up here, though this a decent race of its type, with Gaius and VE Day also having made promising starts to their hurdling careers, albeit the latter needing to bounce back after a poor showing last time.

Good ground is the key to FATHER OF JAZZ and this looks a weaker race than the one he won at Kempton with the minimum of fuss.


17:26 Newbury Handicap (Class 5) 12f - 18 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 (19) Dashing Panther (33/1 +0%)
Dashing Panther

33/1(+0%)
(19) Dashing Panther 33/1, Best effort when remote fourth of 11 in maiden at Leicester (10f, heavy) 20 days ago, shaping like a stayer. Big improvement needed off opening mark.
Late gains at Leicester (1m2f, soft) latest outing; may bring potential to handicap debut.
2
2nd (6) Warhol (12/1 -100%)
Warhol

12/1(-100%)
(6) Warhol 12/1, Built on solid comeback run when scoring at Windsor (heavy) last month and should remain competitive with cut in the ground.
Best efforts in the mud and got off the mark on latest outing (11.4f); different ground.
3
3rd (11) Typical Woman (10/1 +38%)
Typical Woman

10/1(+38%)
(11) Typical Woman 10/1, Sole success to date was gained in an AW novice event in October 2021. Still, she performed well on a number of occasions in handicaps last year and should strip fitter for last month's return.
Not the most consistent and not proven over this trip; 1m2f form on turf reads quite well.
4
4th (3) Masqool (6.5/1 +35%)
Masqool

6.5/1(+35%)
(3) Masqool 6.5/1, Won at Lingfield in March and quickly resumed winning ways at Nottingham last week, always going best and seeming more comfortable than the final margin. Needs considering off unchanged mark.
Five wins last year and already two this season; some late headway over 11.6f two runs ago.
5th
5th (17) Lusaka (25/1 +38%)
Lusaka

25/1(+38%)
(17) Lusaka 25/1, Fair maiden hurdler for Olly Murphy but offered little both starts on Flat for this yard.
Well down the weights and a case can be made with cheekpieces off and away from the mud.
6th
6th (7) Spring Glow (11/1 +31%)
Spring Glow

11/1(+31%)
(7) Spring Glow 11/1, Regressive for Andrew Balding so bit to prove starting out for new yard.
Some form on good to firm last summer reads well; has left Andrew Balding (same owners).
7th
7th (5) Sword Beach (20/1 +9%)
Sword Beach

20/1(+9%)
(5) Sword Beach 20/1, Seems little better than fair nowadays and ran poorly back on turf last time.
Needs to bounce back from a heavy defeat on soft ground (won on soft as 2yo) six weeks ago.
8th
8th (2) Bunker Bay (2.5/1 +44%)
Bunker Bay

2.5/1(+44%)
(2) Bunker Bay 2.5/1, Still a maiden but often thereabouts and went close at Yarmouth on return, clear of rest. High on shortlist.
0-8 but yet to finish outside the first three in five handicaps (1m-1m4f) and 2nd in four.
9th
9th (12) Give A Little Back (25/1 +0%)
Give A Little Back

25/1(+0%)
(12) Give A Little Back 25/1, Winner at Wolverhampton (9.5f) in March. Found run of good form coming to a halt at Kempton latest and stamina to prove up markedly in trip.
Late gains in both 9.4f races on AW suggest that 1m4f could be worth a go.
10th
10th (18) Devizes (28/1 -27%)
Devizes

28/1(-27%)
(18) Devizes 28/1, After 14 months off, looked as good as ever when winning 13-runner handicap (33/1) at Kempton. Not quite in same form at Lingfield since, however, and still has to prove his effectiveness on turf.
In good form on AW; has achieved little on turf and last tried it in July 2021.
11th
11th (15) Dirham Emirati (28/1 +15%)
Dirham Emirati

28/1(+15%)
(15) Dirham Emirati 28/1, Well beaten over hurdles and on AW Flat last 4 starts.
Out of form over hurdles late last year before finishing last on both starts back on Flat.
12th
12th (14) Polar Cloud (16/1 +52%)
Polar Cloud

16/1(+52%)
(14) Polar Cloud 16/1, 2 wins from 6 runs in 2021 but offered little sent hurdling after 19 months off in March.
Did well on AW in 2021; absent 561 days before pulled up in a maiden hurdle this March.
13th
13th (20) Mujid (14/1 +65%)
Mujid

14/1(+65%)
(20) Mujid 14/1, Creditable in-frame efforts on first 2 outings this year but not at best at Newcastle/Doncaster since.
On a good mark if he bounces back from the backward steps on last two outings.
14th
14th (1) Talap (10/1 -25%)
Talap

10/1(-25%)
(1) Talap 10/1, Dual winner on the AW at Cagnes-sur-Mer for previous connections this winter and matched that form when off the mark for current yard at Windsor last month. Player up only 1 lb.
Ex-French; led on the post at Windsor (11.4f, soft) last month on third run for new yard.
15th
15th (8) Rose Light (10/1 +29%)
Rose Light

10/1(+29%)
(8) Rose Light 10/1, Lightly-raced maiden for Andrew Balding. Good start for this yard when close third at Lingfield on handicap debut/return and extra distance could suit.
Made a good start (1m2f, AW) for new stable and she is by a stamina influence.
16th
16th (10) Sainte Colette (28/1 -180%)
Sainte Colette

28/1(-180%)
(10) Sainte Colette 28/1, Responded well to first-time cheekpieces when making a winning return at Wolverhampton. Remains unexposed so may do better again.
Back up 2lb but lightly raced and could have more to give after her 1m4f AW win.
17th
17th (4) Spyfall (10/1 -25%)
Spyfall

10/1(-25%)
(4) Spyfall 10/1, Ran her best race when a close fourth at Wolverhampton on return. Acts on soft and not discounted with de la Sayette taking off a valuable 3 lb.
Close fourth of seven off this mark at Wolverhampton (1m4f, AW) was creditable last time.
18th
18th (13) Azamhan (66/1 -100%)
Azamhan

66/1(-100%)
(13) Azamhan 66/1, Fair handicapper in France for C. & Y. Lerner (left €20,000 in December). Off since November and stepping up in trip on first run for new yard.
Sole win (31 starts) for the Lerners in France came over 1m2f in May 2022; good mark.
LTO Selection:

17:26 Newbury Handicap (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow

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

Now that the penny has dropped for WARHOL after a taking win at Windsor last month, the consistent four-year-old should continue to progress off a mere 2lb higher mark. Bunker Bay continues to knock on the door and is fancied to be thereabouts again, along with Talap, who won on the same card as the selection at Windsor. Masqool and Spyfall are others open to improvement.

BUNKER BAY looks ready to strike having pulled clear of the rest when a close second at Yarmouth on his return earlier this month. This does look competitive, though, with last-time-out winners Masqool and Talap heading the dangers.

This looks a fiendish puzzle but the vote goes to ROSE LIGHT ahead of Talap, Sainte Colette and Masqool.


17:30 Downpatrick Handicap Hurdle 19f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) Set Point (2.75/1 +45%)
Set Point

2.75/1(+45%)
(7) Set Point 2.75/1, Fairly useful winner at 1m on Flat and fared better than previously in this sphere when fourth of 14 on handicap debut (12/1) at Kilbeggan (15f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Up in trip. Capable of better still.
Flat winner ran a fine race on handicap debut at Kilbeggan; chance stepped up in trip.
2
2nd (12) I Don't Get It (6.5/1 -8%)
I Don't Get It

6.5/1(-8%)
(12) I Don't Get It 6.5/1, Course winner. Improved to win 18-runner handicap hurdle at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft, 13/2) 18 days ago, battling well. Merits consideration in hat-trick bid.
In great form, winning over C&D before scoring at Down Royal; up 7lb today but respected.
3
3rd (5) Mister Twist (3.33/1 +58%)
Mister Twist

3.33/1(+58%)
(5) Mister Twist 3.33/1, Fair maiden who was let down by his jumping when fourth of 19 in handicap hurdle (12/1) at Tipperary (24.3f, good to soft) 15 days ago, well positioned. Back down in trip.
Maiden has been placed several times, though creeping up the h'cap; can be involved.
4
4th (3) Willyouwalkwithme (20/1 -150%)
Willyouwalkwithme

20/1(-150%)
(3) Willyouwalkwithme 20/1, Career best when winning 14-runner handicap hurdle at this course (17.8f, good to soft, 12/1), kept up to work. Off 7 months and has a 7 lb higher mark to contend with.
Three-time C&D winner but is 7lb higher than for last win here; go well if ready enough.
5th
5th (2) Bigz Belief (7/1 +13%)
Bigz Belief

7/1(+13%)
(2) Bigz Belief 7/1, 7/2, creditable fifth of 15 in handicap at Gowran (14f, soft) 9 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. 7/14 on last hurdle outing.
Some decent Flat runs recently but earlier hurdles form leaves him with work to do.
6th
6th (9) Forest Pump (18/1 +45%)
Forest Pump

18/1(+45%)
(9) Forest Pump 18/1, Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Cork (18.8f, good to soft, 66/1), soon beaten. Off 9 months. Tongue strap on for 1st time.
Decent run in a maiden here last July; pulled-up on handicap debut next time; tongue-tie.
7th
7th (8) Turkestan (28/1 -40%)
Turkestan

28/1(-40%)
(8) Turkestan 28/1, Unreliable type who ran poorly back on the Flat at Tipperary (12.5f) when last seen in August. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Hood on for 1st time.
Maiden was placed three times in 2021 but hsn't been seen for a while; hood applied.
8th
8th (11) Queenie Newall (6/1 -33%)
Queenie Newall

6/1(-33%)
(11) Queenie Newall 6/1, Shaped well after 13 months off when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle (22/1) at this C&D (heavy) 47 days ago. Remains open to improvement.
Went close at Leopardstown last year and not a bad return over C&D; player today.
9th
9th (13) Dinoland (33/1 -106%)
Dinoland

33/1(-106%)
(13) Dinoland 33/1, Has yet to better modest form over hurdles but remains capable of better now tackling handicaps. Watch betting.
Respectable efforts in three maiden hurdles and of some interest on handicap debut.
10th
10th (1) Justicialism (12/1 -33%)
Justicialism

12/1(-33%)
(1) Justicialism 12/1, Seventh of 10 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (16.2f, soft, 22/1) 54 days ago. Needs to get back on track.
Dual hurdle winner has been below his best the last twice but a chance if bouncing back.
11th
11th (6) Monty's Way (25/1 -25%)
Monty's Way

25/1(-25%)
(6) Monty's Way 25/1, Isn't the horse he was on the Flat for Joseph O'Brien and fared no better for the switch to a handicap when ninth of 14 in handicap at Kilbeggan (16f, good to soft) last week.
Dual Flat winner didn't run too badly on handicap hurdle debut last week but needs more.
12th
12th (10) Roi De Dubai (22/1 +56%)
Roi De Dubai

22/1(+56%)
(10) Roi De Dubai 22/1, Course winner but out of sorts at present. Back up in trip.
Course winner has been soundly beaten the last twice and has to show more.
13th
13th (4) Arakan Quest (25/1 -25%)
Arakan Quest

25/1(-25%)
(4) Arakan Quest 25/1, Good third of 12 in handicap hurdle at Navan (16f, good, 14/1), finding less than looked likely. Off over 2 years. First run for yard after leaving Yvonne Latta. Fitness has to be taken on trust.
Maiden has shown some ability but can only be watched returning from a long absence.
LTO Selection:

17:30 Downpatrick Handicap Hurdle 19f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

QUEENIE NEWALL is a likely contender on this ground. She was a close third in this grade at Leopardstown in March before running fifth in a higher class at this track the following month, after being badly hampered in the early stages. Perhaps the trip was too far for Mister Twist at Tipperary, but this should be right up his street. His second place on penultimate start in Kilbeggan reads well. I Don't Get It is in rude health as he chases a hat-trick. He likes to dominate from the front and will make this a true test. He has won twice here before. Set Point could be an improver for Gordon Elliott, while Bigz Belief isn't out of it. Willyouwalkwithme has a very good record here with three course victories. He has tended to need his first run back off a break, though, so a market check is advised.

SET POINT stepped up on his previous efforts in this sphere when fourth on his handicap debut at Kilbeggan last month and, with the potential for better again now stepping up in trip, he gets the nod to come out on top. Queenie Newall shaped encouragingly on her comeback over C&D and remains open to improvement, with hat-trick seeker I Don't Get It completing the shortlist.

SET POINT gets the nod. He was noted running on over 2m at Kilbeggan last time and this longer trip should suit.


17:40 Hamilton Maiden (Class 4) 5f - 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 (4) Jungle Mate (14/1 -56%)
Jungle Mate

14/1(-56%)
(4) Jungle Mate 14/1, Foaled March 14. Bungle Inthejungle gelding. Half-brother to 2-y-o 5f winner Thunder Moor. Dam, 6f winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 7f Burnwynd Boy. Makes some appeal on paper and can't be ruled out.
Plenty to like on paper and he's an interesting newcomer for in-form yard.
2
2nd (5) Lieutenant Rascal (6/1 +20%)
Lieutenant Rascal

6/1(+20%)
(5) Lieutenant Rascal 6/1, U S Navy Flag colt who shaped with promise when fifth of 11 in minor event (8/1) at Thirsk (5f, heavy) on debut 13 days ago, racing wide and no extra final 100 yds. Capable of better.
Made an encouraging start at Thirsk and could be dangerous if he can build on that.
3
3rd (1) Muqtahem (5/1 -67%)
Muqtahem

5/1(-67%)
(1) Muqtahem 5/1, Foaled January 21. £27,000 yearling, £60,000 2-y-o, Soldier's Call colt. Dam 7f winner out of useful winner up to 7f (2-y-o 5f-6.5f winner) Royal Confidence. Highly respected on debut.
£60,000 2yo; yard had a well-backed 2yo debut winner on Tuesday; needs a close look.
4
4th (6) Midnight Lir (7/1 +30%)
Midnight Lir

7/1(+30%)
(6) Midnight Lir 7/1, Showed a bit when fourth of 8 in minor event at Ripon (5f, heavy, 11/1) on debut 20 days ago, not knocked about. Should do better.
Should benefit from his Ripon debut run but he needs a major step forward.
5th
5th (7) Defying Orders (4/1 -14%)
Defying Orders

4/1(-14%)
(7) Defying Orders 4/1, Is bred to be speedy and showed plenty to work on despite looking green when third of 4 in minor event at Nottingham (5f, heavy, 4/1) on debut 17 days ago. Open to progress.
Bred for speed and she wasn't beaten far at Nottingham on her debut; respected.
6th
6th (3) Classy Clarets (4/1 -20%)
Classy Clarets

4/1(-20%)
(3) Classy Clarets 4/1, Left debut form well behind when third of 9 in minor event at Pontefract (5f, good to soft, 33/1) 16 days ago. The runner-up has franked that form since, so has solid claims.
Big improvement when placed at Pontefract and sets the standard on that form; key player.
7th
7th (2) Rich Glory (3.33/1 +58%)
Rich Glory

3.33/1(+58%)
(2) Rich Glory 3.33/1, Foaled February 4. 45,000 gns yearling, Cotai Glory colt. Dam, maiden (stayed 1m), half-sister to useful Canadian Grade 3 9f winner Second City out of US Grade 1 8.5f winner Sis City. Yard going well and would enter calculations if supported in the betting.
Has good pedigree but he could be one for longer trips later on.
LTO Selection:

17:40 Hamilton Maiden (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Defying Orders was beaten just under two lengths into third on her first start and she is likely to have learned a lot from that experience, which puts her in contention. However, MUQTAHEM just shades the vote, as he was a 60,000gns purchase and the son of Soldier's Call is related to a few winners. Therefore, he could be up to the task on debut for the George Boughey yard, who have had a fine start to the season. Classy Clarets is best of the rest.

LIEUTENANT RASCAL showed plenty to work on despite racing wider than ideal throughout on his recent debut at Thirsk, so he's expected to improve and make his second start a winning one. Classy Clarets sets the standard on his Pontefract third, while Muqtahem is the pick of the newcomers before market clues.

Preference is for CLASSY CLARETS, who found plenty of improvement with his third at Pontefract and sets a fair standard on that form.


17:45 Leopardstown Handicap 8f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Chavajod (40/1 +20%)
Chavajod

40/1(+20%)
(5) Chavajod 40/1, 28/1, last of 19 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, heavy) 55 days ago. First run for yard after leaving John Patrick Murtagh. Cheekpieces on for 1st time.
Best form is on AW and may be on stiff enough mark returned to turf on yard debut.
2
2nd (8) Fastman (20/1 +0%)
Fastman

20/1(+0%)
(8) Fastman 20/1, Bit below form eighth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (8f, 10/3). Off 6 months.
Ended 4-year losing run in September; ran okay in defeat since but likely to need this.
3
3rd (3) Yokkell (9/1 -13%)
Yokkell

9/1(-13%)
(3) Yokkell 9/1, Good second of 13 in handicap (7/2) at Killarney (8.3f, soft). Off 7 months. Colin Keane booked for reappearance. Respected.
Steadily progressive last term; still on workable mark but may need this return.
4
4th (10) Morning Approach (8/1 +33%)
Morning Approach

8/1(+33%)
(10) Morning Approach 8/1, C&D winner. 28/1, seventeenth of 19 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, heavy) on reappearance 55 days ago but might strip fitter for the run and on a workable mark with Billy Lee in the saddle this time.
C&D winner last term but out of form at end of last season and it was a low-key return.
5th
5th (19) Snowhaven (4.5/1 +0%)
Snowhaven

4.5/1(+0%)
(19) Snowhaven 4.5/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 20/1, sixth of 15 in maiden at Gowran (8f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Makes handicap debut.
Some promise in 2 Gowran maidens but no doubt she needs improvement to defy mark of 66.
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6th (12) Asisaid (33/1 -32%)
Asisaid

33/1(-32%)
(12) Asisaid 33/1, Won on reappearance but has failed to beat a rival in 2 runs since. Hard to know what to expect.
Winning return at 7f here but well below form when last twice since.
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7th (9) Lauroline (12/1 +25%)
Lauroline

12/1(+25%)
(9) Lauroline 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Fifth of 6 in handicap (3/1) at this C&D (heavy) 47 days ago. Claims on his AW efforts prior to that.
Promise in AW maidens; tailed off on heavy latest but worth giving another chance to.
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8th (17) Muhalhel (16/1 +36%)
Muhalhel

16/1(+36%)
(17) Muhalhel 16/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2021. 28/1, below form eighth of 19 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, heavy) 55 days ago.
No wins since Leicester claimer nearly 2 years ago; struggling of late.
9th
9th (6) Miss Abby Jools (6.5/1 +13%)
Miss Abby Jools

6.5/1(+13%)
(6) Miss Abby Jools 6.5/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. Career best when winning 14-runner handicap at Dundalk (8f, 10/3) 49 days ago, just holding on. Shortlist material.
Both wins over 1m on AW; 3lb rise fine but wide draw may be tough to overcome.
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10th (13) Geological (22/1 +56%)
Geological

22/1(+56%)
(13) Geological 22/1, Course winner. Twentieth of 24 in handicap at the Curragh (6f, soft, 50/1) 18 days ago. Significantly back up in trip.
Won twice at Killarney last summer; struggled over 6f on return and tough draw this time.
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11th (14) Bababobo (40/1 +20%)
Bababobo

40/1(+20%)
(14) Bababobo 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Third of 4 in handicap (2/1) at Chepstow (8.1f, good). Off 12 months. First run for yard after leaving David Loughnane.
Promise in 4 starts in Britain but off over a year and likely best watched.
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12th (11) St Cianans Fire (28/1 -133%)
St Cianans Fire

28/1(-133%)
(11) St Cianans Fire 28/1, Latest win at Dundalk in November. Below form tenth of 17 in handicap at Gowran (9.4f, soft, 22/1) 9 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Won 3 on AW through winter; struggled on last week's return to turf and may need further.
13th
13th (16) Amanirenas (40/1 +20%)
Amanirenas

40/1(+20%)
(16) Amanirenas 40/1, Course winner. Fourteenth of 18 in handicap at the Curragh (7f, soft, 28/1) 18 days ago.
Won h'cap debut here last year but lost her way since and no signs of a revival of late.
14th
14th (15) The Bog Bank (12/1 -33%)
The Bog Bank

12/1(-33%)
(15) The Bog Bank 12/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Creditable fifth of 16 in handicap at Gowran (8f, good to soft, 10/1) 16 days ago.
Running well back on turf this spring; versatile with regards ground but drawn very wide.
15th
15th (20) Shamastar (20/1 -25%)
Shamastar

20/1(-25%)
(20) Shamastar 20/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Thirteenth of 15 in maiden at Cork (8f, good to soft, 125/1) 28 days ago. Makes handicap debut.
Left debut behind with AW 6th; couldn't build on that on turf latest; opening mark fair.
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16th (2) Riverina Charm (5/1 +44%)
Riverina Charm

5/1(+44%)
(2) Riverina Charm 5/1, Sixth of 17 in maiden at Gowran (9.6f, heavy, 10/3) 31 days ago. Trainer going well. Makes handicap debut.
Didn't build on good AW run on yard debut last month but looks well treated on h'cap bow.
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17th (4) Mullacash Buzz (25/1 -213%)
Mullacash Buzz

25/1(-213%)
(4) Mullacash Buzz 25/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. 9/1, improved on recent efforts to win 14-runner handicap at Dundalk (7f) 70 days ago.
Front-runner; got his head back in front on AW latest; fair mark; off 70 days.
18th
18th (1) Ellabella (33/1 -136%)
Ellabella

33/1(-136%)
(1) Ellabella 33/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. Latest win at Dundalk in March. 16/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Gowran (8f, soft) 9 days ago.
Useful AW performer but yet to show anything like the same level on turf.
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19th (21) Wee Pablo (16/1 +20%)
Wee Pablo

16/1(+20%)
(21) Wee Pablo 16/1, Course winner. First run since leaving Patrick Martin when eleventh of 14 in handicap at Naas (8f, heavy, 6/1) 25 days ago. Tongue strap back on. RESERVE.
Both wins at 7f and no wins since 2021; tailed off on yard debut latest; reserve.
20th
20th (18) Dreaming Princess (12/1 +64%)
Dreaming Princess

12/1(+64%)
(18) Dreaming Princess 12/1, 18/1, eighth of 10 in minor event at Lingfield (10f, AW). Off 148 days. First run for yard after leaving David Loughnane. Betting should guide.
Off the mark in AW h'cap in December; couldn't build on that at 1m2f latest; needs more.
LTO Selection:

17:45 Leopardstown Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

A case can be made for many in this wide-open affair, with LAUROLINE given the chance to redeem herself. Placed three-times from four starts at Dundalk, the Johnny Murtagh-trained four-year-old disappointed on her turf debut here in April, finishing a well-beaten fifth of six. The testing conditions on that occasion clearly didn't suit the Lope De Vega-bay and on a sounder surface now, a much-improved performance can be expected, with promising apprentice Yudish Geerdharry claiming a valuable 7lb. Dreaming Princess is an interesting contender for Natalia Lupini, her first runner for powerful owners AMO Racing Limited. A winner at Southwell on her penultimate start, she might be able to make an impact here with Wayne Lordan booked to ride. Chavajod (first time cheekpieces) warrants respect on debut for the shrewd Denis Coakley, while handicap debutants Snowhaven and Riverina Charm are others of note.

MISS ABBY JOOLS came good at just the second time of asking for new trainer Charles Byrnes at Dundalk in March and that form has been boosted so a 3 lb nudge may not prevent her following up. Colin Keane's mount Yokkell was in good nick when last seen in the autumn and should play a part if ready to roll after a break. Morning Approach could leave her reappearance behind and also makes the shortlist.

Heavy ground didn't suit LAUROLINE last time out but she had previously looked promising on AW and may do better on a sounder surface


17:55 Aintree Handicap Chase (Class 3) 20f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) La Domaniale (14/1 -56%)
La Domaniale

14/1(-56%)
(2) La Domaniale 14/1, Successful 3 times switched to fences last summer and hasn't really been seen to best effect either outing this year, shaping as if amiss at Warwick before probably doing too much too soon at Cheltenham last time. Shouldn't be written off.
Took very well to chasing last year; below form since a break; dangerous if back on song.
2
2nd (4) Jemima P (20/1 -82%)
Jemima P

20/1(-82%)
(4) Jemima P 20/1, Lightly raced since winning 4 times in 2021 but shaped as if back in form when third of 7 in handicap chase at Chepstow (19.4f, good) 21 days ago. Now back at last winning mark.
Just a respectable third at Chepstow three weeks ago; others appeal more.
3
3rd (6) Captain Tom Cat (2.5/1 +44%)
Captain Tom Cat

2.5/1(+44%)
(6) Captain Tom Cat 2.5/1, Developed into a pretty smart chaser in 2021/22, successful 4 times, including in this race. Ran better than for a while from a much-reduced mark when runner-up at Plumpton (19.8f, soft) in April but unseated at Cheltenham next time, Still rates as a player.
Returned to form with Plumpton second in April; today's faster ground ought to suit better.
4
4th (3) Presentandcounting (5/1 -25%)
Presentandcounting

5/1(-25%)
(3) Presentandcounting 5/1, Prolific over fences in 2021/22 campaign, winning 5 times in novice company before enjoying another productive summer last year, winning another 4-times over timber. Shaped well after 6-month break at Cheltenham last time and he's fancied to add to his impressive strike rate here.
Prolific winner on good ground; contender if recent Chelteham run has brought him on.
5th
5th (7) Grandeur D'Ame (6.5/1 +28%)
Grandeur D'Ame

6.5/1(+28%)
(7) Grandeur D'Ame 6.5/1, Winning hurdler who dug deep to open his account in this sphere at Huntington in January and followed up from the front at Stratford (17f, soft) in March. Found life tougher when unable to dominate at Warwick last time and he'll need to improve.
Won twice in early 2023; safely held off this mark since; tries a new trip today.
|U|
|U| (8) Shang Tang (10/1 -11%)
Shang Tang

10/1(-11%)
(8) Shang Tang 10/1, Useful hurdler who made winning start over fences in a 21f Newton Abbot novice in September 2021 before finishing fourth in this race last season on return from an 8-month break. Off another 12 months before returning over hurdles at Kempton last time and could still do better as a chaser.
Well beaten over hurdles last month, after a break, and has a lot more to prove than some.
|PU|
|PU| (5) Brief Times (5/1 +50%)
Brief Times

5/1(+50%)
(5) Brief Times 5/1, Comfortably landed 3-runner Plumpton novices' handicap (19.7f) in November but compromised his chance with a bad blunder on Boxing Day on next outing and was too lit up at Newbury last time. Others make more appeal.
Won three-runner chase in November but has underwhelmed since; needs to up his game.
|PU|
|PU| (1) The Big Bite (7.5/1 -88%)
The Big Bite

7.5/1(-88%)
(1) The Big Bite 7.5/1, Useful sort on his day and back to that level in first-time headgear when narrow winner of Greatwood Gold Cup. Had a bit more in hand than bare margin suggests (idled) that day so must be respected up 4 LB.
Won major handicap in first-time cheekpieces in March; still on a good mark after 4lb rise.
|PU|
|PU| (9) Barton Knoll (12/1 -20%)
Barton Knoll

12/1(-20%)
(9) Barton Knoll 12/1, Beaten only a nose in this race last season and ran well enough when second in a 4-runner event at Doncaster (19.1f, good) 86 days ago. Remains tricky to win with, though.
Went very close in this race last year but hasn't really fired on recent outings.
LTO Selection:

17:55 Aintree Handicap Chase (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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

PRESENTANDCOUNTING blew the cobwebs away with a satisfactory sixth at Cheltenham last month and, with that run under his belt, he could prove to be a different proposition here. The Big Bite hasn't been seen since winning a valuable handicap chase at Newbury in March and must enter calculations, along with Grandeur D'ame, who was denied a three-timer at Warwick when last seen.

PRESENTANDCOUNTING has been prolific over both fences and hurdles and has slipped in the weights, so is fancied to regain the winning thread after a recent pipe-opener at Cheltenham. The Big Bite is still potentially well treated after his Newbury success, with Captain Tom Cat and La Domaniale others to consider in a strong contest.

Topweight THE BIG BITE still looks well handicapped after the 4lb rise he incurred for landing a good prize at Newbury in March.


18:05 Downpatrick Handicap Hurdle 22f - 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 (13) Tick Along (25/1 -108%)
Tick Along

25/1(-108%)
(13) Tick Along 25/1, Remains a maiden after 16 NH runs. Respectable fifth of 15 in handicap hurdle (9/1) at Limerick (19f, good to soft) 11 months ago. RESERVE.
Is 0-12 over hurdles but placed a few times; absent almost a year; reserve.
2
2nd (7) Hockworthy Flyer (16/1 -78%)
Hockworthy Flyer

16/1(-78%)
(7) Hockworthy Flyer 16/1, Ran no sort of race after 5 months off when tenth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (24f, good to soft, 13/2) 4 weeks ago. Cheekpieces back on.
Too keen over 3m on comeback but has a squeak on some of her better efforts.
3
3rd (1) Tango Theatre (1.5/1 +14%)
Tango Theatre

1.5/1(+14%)
(1) Tango Theatre 1.5/1, Ran creditably after a further 5 months off when second of 14 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (22.1f, soft, 9/2) 5 weeks ago. Enters calculations.
Second on comeback at Ballinrobe and can be involved again; has run well at this track.
4
4th (12) Sulafaat (33/1 +0%)
Sulafaat

33/1(+0%)
(12) Sulafaat 33/1, Remains a maiden after 16 NH runs. 22/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (21.1f, good to soft) 17 days ago.
Record of 0-15 over hurdles and generally struggling off this basement mark.
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5th (3) Latest Model (9/1 -50%)
Latest Model

9/1(-50%)
(3) Latest Model 9/1, Produced best effort to date when fourth of 15 in handicap hurdle (20/1) at Clonmel (19.1f, soft) 8 days ago. Should be in the mix again.
Maiden ran a fine race at Clonmel last week on soft and can go close on ground she handles.
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6th (4) Tingarran Express (6/1 +0%)
Tingarran Express

6/1(+0%)
(4) Tingarran Express 6/1, Shaped better than the distance beaten suggested when third of 12 in handicap hurdle (7/1) at Clonmel (19.5f, heavy) 43 days ago, third when all but coming down 2 out. Has to be taken seriously from 1 lb lower.
Maiden put up best effort when second at Clonmel on heavy; chance if handling this ground.
7th
7th (9) Brownstone (9/1 +55%)
Brownstone

9/1(+55%)
(9) Brownstone 9/1, 22/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, wasn't seen to best effect when eighth of 19 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, soft) 31 days ago. Significantly back up in trip and should fare better with a fully-fledged jockey taking over.
Not beaten far on occasion in handicaps; stumbled early last time but still needs more.
8th
8th (10) Hide Out (25/1 +0%)
Hide Out

25/1(+0%)
(10) Hide Out 25/1, Remains a maiden after 23 NH runs. Below form ninth of 19 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, soft, 10/1) 31 days ago. Significantly up in trip.
Maiden after 23 rules starts; fourth at Naas but well beaten twice since.
9th
9th (8) Perfect Arch (10/1 -25%)
Perfect Arch

10/1(-25%)
(8) Perfect Arch 10/1, Respectable ninth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft, 11/2) 18 days ago. Up in trip. He's a long-standing maiden so easy enough to look elsewhere for win purposes.
Maiden after 24 rules starts; some decent hurdle runs lately; not dismissed.
|F|
|F| (5) A Dublin Job (4.5/1 +55%)
A Dublin Job

4.5/1(+55%)
(5) A Dublin Job 4.5/1, 8/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, possibly needed the run when eleventh of 13 in handicap hurdle at Cork (20f, heavy) 57 days ago. Can make presence felt.
Maiden after 10 starts but placed a few times; poor last time but a squeak on best form.
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10th (2) Echo Gate (16/1 -14%)
Echo Gate

16/1(-14%)
(2) Echo Gate 16/1, Showed nothing after 6 months off when pulled up in handicap hurdle (12/1) at Cork (24.8f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time.
Pulled-up on return at Cork and cheekpieces need to restore him to best form.
11th
11th (11) Howsthewoman (50/1 -25%)
Howsthewoman

50/1(-25%)
(11) Howsthewoman 50/1, Remains a maiden after 18 NH runs. Again ran below form when fourteenth of 20 in handicap hurdle at Gowran (20f, heavy, 40/1) 6 months ago.
Well beaten off this basement mark recently and difficult to fancy.
LTO Selection:

18:05 Downpatrick Handicap Hurdle 22f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

TANGO THEATRE was beaten a fair way into second over a similar trip at Ballinrobe, but the form got a boost when the horse just behind her in third came out and won at Cork. That Ballinrobe run came on testing ground and she has form on better ground which she will encounter here. A Dublin Job should strip fitter after his comeback run at Cork. Just three runs back, he was caught in the closing stages of a 3m handicap hurdle on good ground at Tipperary. Latest Model is up in trip and wasn't beaten far into fourth at Clonmel. Cheekpieces are tried on Echo Gate who is in good hands. Tingarran Express has shown all her form on deep ground.

TINGARRAN EXPRESS went close at Clonmel on her penultimate start and having been halted by a shuddering error 2 out back at that venue last month, Philip Fenton's mare gets the verdict to open her account. Tango Theatre was unlcuky to bump into a big improver on return at Ballinrobe 5 weeks ago, so she's put forward as the main danger, ahead of A Dublin Job and Latest Model.

Both TANGO THEATRE and Latest Model put up good efforts last time, with slight preference for the former.


18:15 Hamilton Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 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 (1) Mews House (1.62/1 +28%)
Mews House

1.62/1(+28%)
(1) Mews House 1.62/1, 17/2, good second of 10 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good) 4 days ago, pulling hard. Big shout off same mark.
Was only just caught at Catterick on Monday; big player on this drop back in trip/grade.
2
2nd (8) Sharrabang (18/1 -50%)
Sharrabang

18/1(-50%)
(8) Sharrabang 18/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2021. Fifth of 6 in handicap at this C&D (good, 12/1) 12 days ago.
Has not won since May 2021 and he's been well held in both runs this year.
3
3rd (4) Spanish Angel (3/1 -33%)
Spanish Angel

3/1(-33%)
(4) Spanish Angel 3/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in March. Good second of 6 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f, 4/1) 8 days ago. Can give a good account.
Had a near miss at Chelmsford last week and he's respected back off his lower turf mark.
4
4th (5) Red Allure (6/1 +29%)
Red Allure

6/1(+29%)
(5) Red Allure 6/1, C&D winner. Respectable sixth of 13 in handicap (33/1) at Chepstow (5.1f, good to firm) 3 days ago.
Dual C&D winner who has run well on AW and turf in her last two starts; in the mix.
5th
5th (2) Aconcagua Mountain (5/1 -43%)
Aconcagua Mountain

5/1(-43%)
(2) Aconcagua Mountain 5/1, 11/10, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f), slowly away. Off 158 days. Has good chance on form.
Ended last year with two comfortable wins at Wolverhampton (5f); respected on his return.
6th
6th (7) Stroxx (33/1 +0%)
Stroxx

33/1(+0%)
(7) Stroxx 33/1, Remains a maiden after 42 Flat runs. Eleventh of 16 in handicap (14/1) at Thirsk (5f, soft) 45 days ago, slowly away.
6yo with an overall record of 0-42 and he's finished down the field in last three starts.
7th
7th (3) Global Humor (10/1 -11%)
Global Humor

10/1(-11%)
(3) Global Humor 10/1, Unreliable individual. C&D winner. 10/1, last of 7 in handicap at Ayr (7.2f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Blinkers back on. Others more persuasive.
His last win was in 2021 and he's been laboured in both runs this season.
8th
8th (6) Burtonlodge Beauty (28/1 +0%)
Burtonlodge Beauty

28/1(+0%)
(6) Burtonlodge Beauty 28/1, C&D winner. One win from 23 Flat runs. Last of 6 in handicap (28/1) at this C&D (good) 12 days ago.
Has record of 1-23 and she's been out of sorts in all three runs this year; opposable.
LTO Selection:

18:15 Hamilton Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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

MEWS HOUSE filled the runner-up spot over 6f at Catterick on Monday and is fancied to go close once again with the drop in class a notable positive. The main threat looks to be Aconcagua Mountain, who brought the double up when last seen at Wolverhampton in December and he could have a say if switching that form to turf. Spanish Angel completes the shortlist.

MEWS HOUSE would have won had he not pulled so hard at Catterick on Monday and can make amends off the same mark back down to the minimum trip. Aconcagua Mountain was in terrific form when last seen at the end of year so must be respected, while Spanish Angel was only just edged out at Chelmsford last week.

This can go to MEWS HOUSE (nap), who had a near-miss on Monday and should be hard to catch on this drop back in trip/grade.


18:20 Leopardstown Handicap 10f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) Musical Rhapsody (10/1 +9%)
Musical Rhapsody

10/1(+9%)
(7) Musical Rhapsody 10/1, 1 win from 1 run this year. 7/1, career best when winning 14-runner handicap at Dundalk (12f). Off 107 days but can't be ruled out.
Won twice on AW through the winter; may be on tough enough mark after latest 1m4f success.
2
2nd (10) Signora Bellissima (6/1 -20%)
Signora Bellissima

6/1(-20%)
(10) Signora Bellissima 6/1, Lightly-raced winner. C&D winner in April. Only fourth of 6 in minor event (2/1) at Naas (10f, good) 13 days ago so needs to bounce back.
Off the mark over C&D on return; beaten 12l when fav since; needs improvement.
3
3rd (6) New Hill (7/1 +56%)
New Hill

7/1(+56%)
(6) New Hill 7/1, 11/1, below form eleventh of 19 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 12 days ago. Fourteen runs since last win in 2021.
Losing run goes back 2 years; encouraging return but not as good twice since.
4
4th (13) Timeless Piece (9/1 -38%)
Timeless Piece

9/1(-38%)
(13) Timeless Piece 9/1, Lightly-raced winner. 6/1, career best when winning 13-runner handicap at Gowran (8f, good to soft) 16 days ago, always holding on. Can give another good account.
Progressed from h'cap bow when winning over 1m earlier this month; 10lb higher; up in trip.
5th
5th (15) Apprentice (12/1 +14%)
Apprentice

12/1(+14%)
(15) Apprentice 12/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. Career best when winning 13-runner handicap (25/1) at Tipperary (9f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Much respected.
Confirmed promise of h'cap debut with Tipperary win latest; 6lb wrong here though.
6th
6th (1) Hazy Mehmory (9/1 -13%)
Hazy Mehmory

9/1(-13%)
(1) Hazy Mehmory 9/1, Lightly-raced winner. Second of 3 in minor event at Bellewstown (12f, good to soft, 4/6), doing too much too soon. Off 7 months. Makes handicap debut. Respected.
Maiden winner; didn't stay latest and should relish drop back in trip; on a good mark.
7th
7th (2) Coill Na Sionainne (14/1 +22%)
Coill Na Sionainne

14/1(+22%)
(2) Coill Na Sionainne 14/1, Course winner. Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. 80/1, 14¾ lengths eleventh of 14 to Indian Wish in listed race at Gowran (9.4f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Merits consideration if shrugging off latest effort.
2nd twice over 1m1f here last season; possibly doesn't quite see out this trip.
8th
8th (12) Alazne (8/1 +33%)
Alazne

8/1(+33%)
(12) Alazne 8/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Third of 12 in maiden (10/3) at Gowran (7f, soft) 9 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Significantly back up in trip. Yard in good form. Much respected on her handicap debut.
Translated AW form to turf when 3rd in a maiden last week; more required; 1m2f may help.
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9th (8) Alma Libre (5/1 +17%)
Alma Libre

5/1(+17%)
(8) Alma Libre 5/1, 7/1, shaped as if better for the run after 8 months off when ninth of 19 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 12 days ago. Can build on that now and has to be taken seriously off an attractive mark.
0-12; placed in 4 of her 7 outings last term inc' when beaten 3l in this; can be in mix.
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10th (3) Eastern Wind (14/1 +72%)
Eastern Wind

14/1(+72%)
(3) Eastern Wind 14/1, Course winner. 66/1 and hooded for 1st time, respectable tenth of 19 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 12 days ago, finishing well. Chance on old form.
Course winner; beaten 8l on first try at this trip here last week; out of form.
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11th (4) Giselles Ausie (22/1 +33%)
Giselles Ausie

22/1(+33%)
(4) Giselles Ausie 22/1, 20/1, last of 18 in handicap at this C&D (soft). Off 6 months. Needs a couple of these to falter.
Lost her way towards the end of last term and needed last year's seasonal return.
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12th (11) Red Trail (8.5/1 +58%)
Red Trail

8.5/1(+58%)
(11) Red Trail 8.5/1, Respectable fifth of 23 in juvenile hurdle (15/2) at Naas (16.3f, soft) 50 days ago. Fair on the Flat but something to find on form.
Won twice at end of last term and may have more to give back in this sphere.
13th
13th (14) Fleadhfest (33/1 +0%)
Fleadhfest

33/1(+0%)
(14) Fleadhfest 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 50/1, sixth of 7 in maiden at Naas (10f, heavy) 25 days ago. Stable in good form. Makes handicap debut. No forlorn hope with better to come.
Promise on debut here; not as good twice since and 3lb wrong here.
LTO Selection:

18:20 Leopardstown Handicap 10f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

APPRENTICE made the breakthrough at Tipperary last month and might be able to follow-up, with Alan Persse again taking a valuable 7lb off. She was value for more than the winning margin of a head at the Limerick Junction venue and she is likely to be suited by the drying ground here and slight increase in trip. Timeless Piece finished behind the selection at Tipperary but was since successful at Gowran and off a mark of 72 she should be able to make her presence felt. A case can be made for many others. Hazy Mehmory is the highest-rated runner in the line-up, returning to action for the first time since September. She was disappointingly beaten in a three-runner affair at Bellewstown on her most recent start, but back against her own sex now and stepping into handicap company for the first time, she can be expected to go close. Fellow handicap debutants Alazne and Nostringsattached are sure to have their supporters, while course and distance winner Signora Bellissima is another for the shortlist.

Lots with chances so at the likely odds it is worth siding with ALMA LIBRE to take a big step forward from her reappearance ninth after an absence and capitalise on a good mark. Nostringsattached is feared most with better to come now going into handicaps, although Gowran scorer Timeless Piece and other handicap debutantes Alazne and Fleadhfest can also have a say in a very open-looking contest.

NOSTRINGSATTACHED looks well treated on h'cap debut and she can make a bold bid from the inside draw if she comes on from her return


18:30 Aintree Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Lune De La Mer (1.75/1 +7%)
Lune De La Mer

1.75/1(+7%)
(3) Lune De La Mer 1.75/1, Placed on the third of his 3 starts between the flags last year and made second bumper run a winning one at Kelso in April. Still didn't look the finished article that day and this trip promises to suit switched to obstacles.
Decisive winner of a Kelso bumper and has to be of interest now sent hurdling.
2
2nd (1) Basford (0.83/1 +67%)
Basford

0.83/1(+67%)
(1) Basford 0.83/1, Much improved switched to handicaps in this sphere, finishing runner-up for the fourth time in a row at Carlisle in February. Off since but just about sets the standard back in maiden company.
Bumper winner; runner-up in four consecutive handicaps from 2m4f to 3m1f.
3
3rd (2) Ismael (6.5/1 +13%)
Ismael

6.5/1(+13%)
(2) Ismael 6.5/1, €38,000 3-y-o, £130,000 5-y-o, Coastal Path gelding. Dam 17f/2½m chase winner in France. Easy winner sole start in Irish points in January but failed to meet expectations in a Hexham bumper last month. Better expected upped in trip switched to hurdling.
Easy point winner; ran a long way below market expectations in his bumper.
4
4th (5) Deadlock (28/1 -75%)
Deadlock

28/1(-75%)
(5) Deadlock 28/1, Fair form on Flat, failed to improve on stable debut last time. Now goes hurdling.
Some promise in two 1m4f AW novices for a previous yard; best watched for now.
LTO Selection:

18:30 Aintree Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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

BASFORD appears to have been found an ideal opportunity to get off the mark over obstacles, having finished runner-up on his last four starts. He's been freshened up since his latest effort at Carlisle and should have no concerns with ground conditions. The recent Kelso winner Lune De La Mer is another who warrants respect having won his bumper in impressive fashion and is sure to be well schooled for his hurdles debut. This drop back in trip may also see St Patricks Bridge in a better light and he isn't passed over lightly.

LUNE DE LA MER defied greenness when landing a bumper at Kelso a month ago, and with this trip expected to suit now hurdling, he can continue the good work. Basford and St Patricks Bridge are the obvious threats.

A fairly ordinary maiden and LUNE DE LA MER has to be of strong interest after the initial promise he's shown.


18:40 Downpatrick Maiden Chase 19f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Lakefield Flyer (3.5/1 +30%)
Lakefield Flyer

3.5/1(+30%)
(5) Lakefield Flyer 3.5/1, Fair hurdler. 14/1, second of 18 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Makes chase debut. One to consider.
Runner-up in a Down Royal handicap hurdle last time (rated 96) so one to consider.
2
2nd (10) Ask The Leader (8.5/1 -70%)
Ask The Leader

8.5/1(-70%)
(10) Ask The Leader 8.5/1, Fair hurdler. Latest win in hurdle here in August. Twelfth of 14 in handicap hurdle at this course (17.8f, good to soft, 7/1). Off 7 months. Makes chase debut. Player if ready to roll after break.
All three wins over hurdles have come here; of interest on reappearance/chasing debut.
3
3rd (4) Kilballyowen (8/1 -100%)
Kilballyowen

8/1(-100%)
(4) Kilballyowen 8/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Ninth of 19 in novice hurdle (100/1) at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Makes chase debut.
Showed some ability over hurdles; notable jockey booking and of interest on chasing debut.
4
4th (12) Some Woman (16/1 +52%)
Some Woman

16/1(+52%)
(12) Some Woman 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Thirteenth of 15 in handicap hurdle (66/1) at Punchestown (24.4f, good to soft) 86 days ago. Makes chase debut. Down in trip. Hooded for 1st time.
Tailed-off on handicap debut at Punchestown; hood tried and has to return to best.
5th
5th (2) Finnians Row (11/1 +45%)
Finnians Row

11/1(+45%)
(2) Finnians Row 11/1, Poor hurdler. Respectable fourth of 12 in handicap chase at this C&D (good to soft, 8/1) 14 days ago. Visored for 1st time.
Has something to find against the best of these; visor replaces cheekpieces.
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6th (11) Fairland (5.5/1 -10%)
Fairland

5.5/1(-10%)
(11) Fairland 5.5/1, Third of 14 in hunter chase (11/1) at Cork (24f, soft) on debut over fences 39 days ago. Has won a point since. Cheekpieces on 1st time. The one to beat.
All out to win a maiden point last time; cheekpieces tried and has to improve.
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7th (13) Golden Nugget (20/1 -25%)
Golden Nugget

20/1(-25%)
(13) Golden Nugget 20/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 28/1, ninth of 13 in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (15f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Makes chase debut. Back up in trip.
Best of three maiden hurdle runs came at Navan on debut; seems stable's second-string.
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8th (8) Themanintheboots (4.5/1 +36%)
Themanintheboots

4.5/1(+36%)
(8) Themanintheboots 4.5/1, Modest hurdler. Sixth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (19f, good to soft, 28/1) 29 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Cheekpieces on for 1st time.
Beaten a long way on sole chase start and has to do better with cheekpieces tried.
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9th (6) Sean Og (14/1 +30%)
Sean Og

14/1(+30%)
(6) Sean Og 14/1, 40/1, fifteenth of 19 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (24.3f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Makes chase debut. Down in trip.
Tailed-off in a handicap hurdle at Tipperary on comeback; work to do on chasing debut.
|B|
|B| (9) Annie Bella (11/1 +45%)
Annie Bella

11/1(+45%)
(9) Annie Bella 11/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 66/1, eleventh of 14 in novice hurdle at Naas (16.3f, soft) 50 days ago. Makes chase debut.
Well beaten in three maiden hurdles and has plenty to find on chasing debut.
|B|
|B| (1) Dont Doubt Me (18/1 -29%)
Dont Doubt Me

18/1(-29%)
(1) Dont Doubt Me 18/1, Modest hurdler. Winner in hurdle at Gowran in September. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, fifteenth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Cheltenham (21f, good, 28/1). Off 6 months. Makes chase debut.
Has the experience of running in points' to fall back on but needs more on chasing debut.
|F|
|F| (7) The Miser (33/1 +18%)
The Miser

33/1(+18%)
(7) The Miser 33/1, Thirteenth of 18 in handicap hurdle (80/1) at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Makes chase debut.
Rated only 89 over hurdles now and has to do much more on chasing debut.
|PU|
|PU| (3) Indian Admiral (22/1 -100%)
Indian Admiral

22/1(-100%)
(3) Indian Admiral 22/1, Modest hurdler. Eighth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Wexford (16.4f, heavy, 7/2). Off 19 months. Makes chase debut. First run for yard after leaving Henry De Bromhead.
Off a long time and best watched on chasing debut unless the market suggests otherwise.
LTO Selection:

18:40 Downpatrick Maiden Chase 19f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

FAIRLAND has been in good form between the flags and could transfer it to this beginners' chase. After three placed efforts, she made the breakthrough at Stowlin last month. That jumping experience will stand to her and she has each-way claims. Lakefield Flyer is a threat if taking to fences. He was a more than decent second over hurdles in Down Royal at the start of the month. Finnians Row has enough form in the book to advertise his chance. He gets a visor for the first time. Ask The Leader has won three handicap hurdles at this track and is a chasing newcomer to note on her first run for more than seven months. Dont Doubt Me starts out over fences and has a Gowran Park handicap hurdle in the book. He is also coming off a break. Golden Nugget hasn't shown much in three hurdle races and switches to the bigger obstacles. Her trainer, Gordon Elliott, very rarely leaves a Downpatrick fixture without a winner.

FAIRLAND has won a point since her encouraging third in a Cork hunter and might prove the answer to this maiden chase. Ask The Leader and Lakefield Flyer are likely to play prominent roles if able to translate their fair hurdle form to fences at the first time of asking.

Not many of these make much appeal but at least LAKEFIELD FLYER is in good form after a second place over hurdles lately.


18:50 Hamilton Handicap (Class 6) 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 (5) Arkenstaar (1.5/1 +20%)
Arkenstaar

1.5/1(+20%)
(5) Arkenstaar 1.5/1, Stepped up on reappearance away from testing ground when second of 6 in handicap (11/4) at this course (8.3f, good) 12 days ago. Has to be taken seriously for his in-form yard.
2
2nd (9) Future Times (11/1 +45%)
Future Times

11/1(+45%)
(9) Future Times 11/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, failed to improve when fifth of 10 in handicap (18/1) at Beverley (9.9f, good to soft) 22 days ago. More required.
3
3rd (3) Keeponbelieving (6.5/1 +41%)
Keeponbelieving

6.5/1(+41%)
(3) Keeponbelieving 6.5/1, 16/1, ran about as well as could be expected up against a smart prospect WHEN second of 5 in minor event at Newcastle (7.1f) 17 days ago. Up in trip. Makes handicap debut.
4
4th (4) Mickey Mongoose (28/1 -100%)
Mickey Mongoose

28/1(-100%)
(4) Mickey Mongoose 28/1, Has failed to beat a rival in 3 outings on turf so it's easy to look elsewhere.
5th
5th (6) Epona Pas (11/1 +21%)
Epona Pas

11/1(+21%)
(6) Epona Pas 11/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Failed to come on for recent run when fifth of 6 in handicap at this course (8.3f, good, 9/2) 12 days ago. Hood on 1st time.
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6th (7) Blue Antares (4.5/1 -80%)
Blue Antares

4.5/1(-80%)
(7) Blue Antares 4.5/1, 28/1, possibly needed the run when sixth of 9 in maiden at Pontefract (8f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Makes handicap debut and should progress.
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7th (2) Cariad (6/1 +14%)
Cariad

6/1(+14%)
(2) Cariad 6/1, Latest win at Lingfield in February. Quickly got back on the up when third of 6 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 10/3) 34 days ago. Can make presence felt.
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8th (1) Lunacy (10/1 -11%)
Lunacy

10/1(-11%)
(1) Lunacy 10/1, Blinkered for 1st time, eleventh of 15 in nursery at Pontefract (8f, good to soft, 7/1) 7 months ago. First run for yard after leaving Ralph Beckett 8,000 gns and has been gelded.
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9th (8) Killing Eve (80/1 -186%)
Killing Eve

80/1(-186%)
(8) Killing Eve 80/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 200/1, never a threat in a modestly-run affair when last of 5 in minor event at Newcastle (8f). Off 105 days. Makes handicap debut.
LTO Selection:

18:50 Hamilton Handicap (Class 6) 9f Race Class Flow

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

A chance can be taken on ARKENSTAAR (second), who had Epona Pas (fifth) well held last time when only beaten just over a length here in this grade. The Michael Dods inmate was kindly left off the same mark for that effort, which gives him a leading chance of going one place better. Of the remainder, Blue Antares looks the most interesting, as he makes his handicap bow and could put his below-par efforts to date well behind him.

This can go to ARKENSTAAR, who took another step forward despite coming from further back than ideal when runner-up at this course 12 days ago and he can go a place better for the in-form Michael Dods. Cariad got back on the up when third at Wolverhampton last month so she can give the selection most to think about, with handicap debutant Blue Antares completing the shortlist.

This can go to ARKENSTAAR, who was runner-up in a handicap here 12 days ago and is open to more progress on his step up to this trip.


18:55 Leopardstown Group 3 14f - 9 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) Yashin (14/1 +36%)
Yashin

14/1(+36%)
(6) Yashin 14/1, Useful gelding. Course winner. Good fourth of 16 in handicap (5/1) at this course (12f, soft), never nearer. Off 7 months. Easy to look elsewhere.
Useful handicapper and may improve for a step up in trip but this is tough after a break.
2
2nd (4) Point King (12/1 -20%)
Point King

12/1(-20%)
(4) Point King 12/1, Lightly-raced winner. C&D winner. 7/2, tailed-off last of 9 to Duke De Sessa in Paddy Power Stakes at this course (12f, soft). Off 8 months.
C&D Listed winner in 2022; Melbourne Cup will be the target and this may be a pipe-opener.
3
3rd (1) Dawn Rising (8/1 +76%)
Dawn Rising

8/1(+76%)
(1) Dawn Rising 8/1, Lightly-raced winner on Flat. Useful winner at 20f over hurdles. Pulled up in Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle (Spa) (20/1) at Cheltenham (24f, good to soft) 63 days ago won by Stay Away Fay.
Runner-up in Gr 3 at Newmarket when last seen on the Flat; looks up against it.
4
4th (9) Moon Daisy (50/1 -25%)
Moon Daisy

50/1(-25%)
(9) Moon Daisy 50/1, Useful mare. 10¾ lengths seventh of 11 to Final Gesture in listed race (14/1) at Gowran (14f, good to soft) 16 days ago.
Ran with credit in C&D Gr 3 last term; beaten 11l in Listed class latest; plenty to find.
5th
5th (3) Okita Soushi (9/1 -50%)
Okita Soushi

9/1(-50%)
(3) Okita Soushi 9/1, Smart horse. Didn't need to be at best when winning 6-runner minor event (8/15) at Dundalk (10.7f) 84 days ago, driven out. Significantly back up in trip. Should be in the mix.
Career best came over 1m6f at Royal Ascot; bids for hat-trick after AW wins; more needed.
6th
6th (2) Emily Dickinson (0.4/1 +45%)
Emily Dickinson

0.4/1(+45%)
(2) Emily Dickinson 0.4/1, Very smart filly. Career best when winning 5-runner listed race at Navan (14f, heavy, 11/8) 27 days ago by 5 lengths from French Claim, forging clear. Standard bearer.
Signed off last term with Gr 3 success and return with career best Listed win.
7th
7th (7) Cairde Go Deo (16/1 -60%)
Cairde Go Deo

16/1(-60%)
(7) Cairde Go Deo 16/1, Useful filly. Course winner. Creditable 2¾ lengths fifth of 10 to Bear Story in Diamond Stakes at Dundalk (10.7f, 5/1). Off 7 months. Significantly up in trip. Tongue strap on 1st time.
Not beaten far at Listed company at end of 2022; will relish longer trip; each-way claims.
8th
8th (5) Stratum (14/1 -133%)
Stratum

14/1(-133%)
(5) Stratum 14/1, Smart gelding. Seven wins from 26 Flat runs. Tailed-off seventh of 8 to Theleme in Grand Prix d'Automne (22/1) at Auteuil (23.9f, soft). Off 6 months. Smart on the Flat, good on last Flat outing. Dettori booked.
Won Queen Alexandra Stakes at Royal Ascot in 2022; needs to be at his best to win this.
9th
9th (8) Icykel (66/1 -32%)
Icykel

66/1(-32%)
(8) Icykel 66/1, Lightly-raced winner. Good 7¼ lengths fourth of 11 to Final Gesture in listed race at Gowran (14f, good to soft, 50/1) 16 days ago, well positioned. Plenty to find on form.
AW maiden winner; not disgraced at Listed level in two starts this term; this is tougher.
LTO Selection:

18:55 Leopardstown Group 3 14f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

The highest rated runner in the line-up and a leading contender for the Ascot Gold Cup, EMILY DICKINSON is the one to beat. She ran some fine races in defeat at the highest-level last season and impressed on her return to action in the Vintage Crop Stakes at Navan. Rated just 2lb below the selection, Stratum is given second preference. A dual winner of the Queen Alexandra Stakes at Royal Ascot, the Willie Mullins trained 10-year-old will be ridden by Frankie Dettori, his sole ride on the card. Joseph O'Brien saddles three strong challengers, with Point King perhaps his leading hope. The Zoffany colt won three in-a-row last season, disappointing on his final start of the campaign on Champions Weekend. That effort was too bad to be true and he is given the chance to redeem himself now. Third in the Oaks at the Curragh last season, Cairde Go Deo (first time tongue-strap) is another that warrants respect.

EMILY DICKINSON shot herself to the head of the market for the Ascot Gold Cup when producing a very smart performance to win a listed race at Navan on her return so should prove hard to beat. Okita Soushi and Stratum can fight out minor honours.

Provided that she handles the likely quicker ground, EMILY DICKINSON, will be very hard to beat in her bid for a hat-trick.


19:05 Aintree Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 20f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Boombawn (3/1 +25%)
Boombawn

3/1(+25%)
(5) Boombawn 3/1, Largely progressive sort who landed the odds in a 3-runner listed contest at Kempton on return in October. Runner-up twice since and shaped a lot better than the end result at Cheltenham last month, paying the price for a big move into contention. Looks interesting.
Best form at 2m and 2m4f seemed a stretch for him at Cheltenham.
2
2nd (1) Hang In There (6/1 -118%)
Hang In There

6/1(-118%)
(1) Hang In There 6/1, Smart hurdler who has won 5 of his 7 completed starts over fences, including a Grade 2 at Wincanton (20.2f) in November. No impact in a Grade 2 last month but lower in the weights back hurdling.
Prolific over fences on good ground but well beaten last time after six months away.
3
3rd (2) Soaring Glory (3/1 +33%)
Soaring Glory

3/1(+33%)
(2) Soaring Glory 3/1, Smart hurdler who won the Betfair Hurdle in 2021. Failed to take to chasing on reappearance and not at best back hurdling the last twice. Back up in trip and assessor given him a major chance.
This is easier than the Scottish Champion Hurdle a month ago and has dropped another 5lb.
4
4th (3) Impulsive One (5.5/1 -10%)
Impulsive One

5.5/1(-10%)
(3) Impulsive One 5.5/1, Showed benefit of second wind op when resuming winning ways at Huntingdon (15.8f) in November and notched his second success of last campaign at Wetherby in February. Pulled up at Cheltenham since but not completely dismissed given he's in excellent hands.
Decent on his day and soft ground was against him at the Cheltenham Festival.
5th
5th (8) Inca Prince (8/1 +0%)
Inca Prince

8/1(+0%)
(8) Inca Prince 8/1, Free-going front runner who won a pair of Musselburgh juveniles at the start of 2022. It's largely been a struggle since, though back on track to an extent ridden with more restraint the last twice.
Potentially well handicapped but last season nothing really happened for him.
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6th (4) Mackenberg (12/1 -71%)
Mackenberg

12/1(-71%)
(4) Mackenberg 12/1, Won his first 5 chase starts, the latest over 19f at Doncaster in November. Didn't go with much zest in a good-quality handicap chase at the National meeting last month and lower hurdles mark looks justified.
Better known as a chaser these days but on a dangerous mark in this discipline.
7th
7th (6) Jacamar (7/1 +36%)
Jacamar

7/1(+36%)
(6) Jacamar 7/1, Capitalised on drop in grade in 9-runner handicap chase at Leicester in February. Just respectable efforts since and this his first hurdles outing since 2021.
In-and-out chaser; difficult to know what he'll make of this belated return to hurdling.
LTO Selection:

19:05 Aintree Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 20f Race Class Flow

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

HANG IN THERE was ultimately well beaten on his return in a Grade 2 at Ayr last month, but he possesses some smart hurdle form and could regain the winning thread switched to handicaps. Soaring Glory looks worth another go over this longer trip and he's now 5lb lower than his last winning mark, while Boombawn may have been unsuited by a tactical affair at Cheltenham last month and better can be expected here.

Most of these are better known for their chasing exploits and the assessor has taken a major chance with HANG IN THERE's mark back over timber. He's selected to take full advantage, perhaps at the chief expense of Boombawn and Impulsive One.

This might be the easier opportunity that SOARING GLORY has been waiting for and this trip shouldn't really pose a problem.


19:15 Downpatrick Conditions Chase 24f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Gorthill (5.5/1 -100%)
Gorthill

5.5/1(-100%)
(3) Gorthill 5.5/1, Point winner since finishing well held in a course bumper last spring. Betting should guide on hunter debut.
Dual points winner and second to smart Ultimate Optimist at Loughanmore; freshened up.
2
2nd (7) Big Girl Betty (16/1 +43%)
Big Girl Betty

16/1(+43%)
(7) Big Girl Betty 16/1, Made frame both starts in points (latest Apr 29). Betting should guide now switching to hunters.
Made the frame in a pair of mares' maidens last month; more needed on Rules debut.
3
3rd (8) Carrig Wells (12/1 -33%)
Carrig Wells

12/1(-33%)
(8) Carrig Wells 12/1, Modest chaser. Very good third of 7 in hunter chase (12/1) at Tramore (21.7f, good to soft) last month. Second in a point since. Hood back on. Should be in the mix.
Creditable third of seven at Tramore last month and new headgear combination tried.
4
4th (1) Ahaknowyerself (5/1 +58%)
Ahaknowyerself

5/1(+58%)
(1) Ahaknowyerself 5/1, Twice-raced maiden. Fifth of 8 in hunter chase at Cork (24f, soft, 11/4) 39 days ago.
Second to subsequent winner over C&D but weakened tamely when fifth of eight at Cork.
5th
5th (13) True Or False (10/1 -43%)
True Or False

10/1(-43%)
(13) True Or False 10/1, Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. Good second at Cork last month. Not in the same form when third at Down Royal (23f, good to soft) 18 days ago but claims if reacting positively to 1st-time blinkers.
Second in mares maiden hunter chase at Cork; remote third against geldings since; blinkers.
6th
6th (10) Keenaghan Lass (18/1 +36%)
Keenaghan Lass

18/1(+36%)
(10) Keenaghan Lass 18/1, Poor chaser. 8/1, respectable fifth of 12 in hunter chase at Punchestown (21f, good to soft) 21 days ago.
Dual winning pointer but modest under Rules; well behind Matthews Hill at Punchestown.
7th
7th (4) Jet Fighter (18/1 -13%)
Jet Fighter

18/1(-13%)
(4) Jet Fighter 18/1, Modest chaser. Pulled up in hunter chase (7/1) at Punchestown (21f, good to soft) 21 days ago, pulled up after next. Cheekpieces back on.
Twice runner-up in handicap chases when trained in Britain; Monksgrange maiden winer.
8th
8th (2) Gleninnis Storm (100/1 -100%)
Gleninnis Storm

100/1(-100%)
(2) Gleninnis Storm 100/1, Maiden pointer. Likely outsider on Rules debut.
Failed to complete in first five points; better lately but still an outsider on Rules bow.
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9th (12) Time Was (16/1 +0%)
Time Was

16/1(+0%)
(12) Time Was 16/1, Winning pointer, well-beaten second of 2 finishers last time (Apr 10). Makes hunter debut.
Won mares' maiden at Kirkistown; remote second of five at Loughanmore last month.
|F|
|F| (5) Matthews Hill (2.75/1 +31%)
Matthews Hill

2.75/1(+31%)
(5) Matthews Hill 2.75/1, 8/1, some promise second of 12 in hunter chase at Punchestown (21f, good to soft) on NH debut 21 days ago. Respected.
Clear of rest when second to experienced rival in restricted hunter chase at Punchestown.
|S|
|S| (11) Mandilou (33/1 -136%)
Mandilou

33/1(-136%)
(11) Mandilou 33/1, Fortunate when striking at the sixth time of asking in points earlier this month, held when left clear last. Others preferred on hunter debut.
Bit of improvement in points for Aidan Fitzgerald; yard/Rules debut with tongue-tie fitted.
|U|
|U| (6) Nevermindestranger (7.5/1 -25%)
Nevermindestranger

7.5/1(-25%)
(6) Nevermindestranger 7.5/1, Made it fourth time lucky in points when dead-heating last month. Interesting on hunter debut.
Well clear of Gleninnis Storm when dead-heating in Necarne maiden last month; top yard.
|U|
|U| (14) Lough Des (10/1 +9%)
Lough Des

10/1(+9%)
(14) Lough Des 10/1, Kalanisi gelding who is 0-6 in points. Makes hunter chase debut. RESERVE.
From a strong yard and in the frame all four starts in points this year; reserve.
LTO Selection:

19:15 Downpatrick Conditions Chase 24f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

MATTHEWS HILL performed really well in a hunters' chase at Punchestown when just giving best to the winner in the closing stages. He was well clear of the remainder and a reproduction of that run would put him right on the premises. Carrig Wells is more than capable of having a say. She has been busy this year, but generally runs her race and did win a Knockanard point-to-point in February. David Christie's runners always have to be scrutinised in this discipline. He supplies Nevermindestranger who dead-heated in a Necarne point-to-point last month.

MATTHEWS HILL made quite a promising start to his hunter career when second at Punchestown last month and might be capable of going one better now. True Or False could provide the chief threat if recapturing her Cork form. David Christie's recent point scorer Nevermindestranger is another who could have a say.

Freshened up since a below par effort at Oldtown in February, GORTHILL is taken to make a winning debut under Rules


19:25 Hamilton Handicap (Class 4) 6f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Vince Lombardi (5/1 -67%)
Vince Lombardi

5/1(-67%)
(3) Vince Lombardi 5/1, Probably needed the run after 7 months off when ninth of 12 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, heavy, 15/2) 47 days ago. Can take a step forward.
Disappointing since his Carlisle win last summer but he's still well treated on that run.
2
2nd (6) Iris Dancer (4/1 +0%)
Iris Dancer

4/1(+0%)
(6) Iris Dancer 4/1, Took this event 12 months ago and not disgraced when fourth of 8 in handicap (3/1) at this C&D (good) 12 days ago. Blinkers back on and needs considering.
Won this race 12 months ago (one of 2 C&D wins) but she hasn't found her best yet in 2023.
3
3rd (4) Burj Malinka (3.33/1 +17%)
Burj Malinka

3.33/1(+17%)
(4) Burj Malinka 3.33/1, Course winner. Respectable third of 6 in handicap at this course (5f, good, 7/4) 12 days ago. Can give a good account.
Both wins have come here over 5f; ran okay here 12 days ago but more needed to win.
4
4th (2) Muscika (6.5/1 +19%)
Muscika

6.5/1(+19%)
(2) Muscika 6.5/1, Latest win at Chelmsford City in March. 16/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Ripon (6f, heavy) 7 days ago. In the mix once more.
Now 9 but retains a good chunk of ability; ran well at Ripon last week; easy lead doubtful.
5th
5th (1) Beattie Is Back (3/1 +10%)
Beattie Is Back

3/1(+10%)
(1) Beattie Is Back 3/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in December. 11/2, fifth of 8 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to soft) 22 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. A player back up in trip off a handy-looking mark.
Promising 5th over an inadequate 5f on his return last month; big chance back up at 6f.
6th
6th (5) Rory (7.5/1 -7%)
Rory

7.5/1(-7%)
(5) Rory 7.5/1, Course winner. 6/1, below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Wetherby (5.5f, good to firm) 3 days ago. Unreliable individual.
Slow starter; all wins at 5f but effective at 6f; ability is there if on a good day.
LTO Selection:

19:25 Hamilton Handicap (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

BEATTIE IS BACK performed as well as expected when finishing fifth over an inadequate 5f on his return at Beverley last month and he looks to have more races in him now faced with a stiffer test. Burj Malinka arrives in good heart and he should be on the premises once more, with a 1lb drop in the ratings for his latest third at this track an aid to his cause. Muscika completes the shortlist.

BEATTIE IS BACK looks the way to go here given he arrives on a handy-looking mark and should prove suited by this return to 6f. In-form Muscika is rated next best, although last year's winner Iris Dancer can have a say too now the blinkers go back on.

Vince Lombardi still looks on a good mark but BEATTIE IS BACK appeals most having shaped well over an inadequate 5f on his return.


19:30 Leopardstown Handicap 12f - 21 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 (3) Magnetic North (18/1 +10%)
Magnetic North

18/1(+10%)
(3) Magnetic North 18/1, Course winner. Eighteen runs since last win in 2022. Below form eleventh of 19 in handicap (40/1) at Navan (13f, soft) 6 days ago. Chance on old form.
Stranded on a lengthy losing run and has been struggling under both codes this year..
2
2nd (1) Zileo (12/1 +40%)
Zileo

12/1(+40%)
(1) Zileo 12/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2021. First run since leaving M. Halford when below form ninth of 19 in handicap at Navan (13f, heavy, 16/1) 27 days ago. Others have achieved more.
No sign of decent French form in Ireland and was only ninth on his return..
3
3rd (10) Chilean (20/1 -25%)
Chilean

20/1(-25%)
(10) Chilean 20/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2018. Creditable sixth of 15 in handicap (50/1) at Limerick (11.2f, soft) 27 days ago. Merits consideration.
It was a welcome return to form when only beaten 2l at Limerick (1m3f, soft)..
4
4th (14) Supreme Law (7/1 +36%)
Supreme Law

7/1(+36%)
(14) Supreme Law 7/1, Respectable fourth of 14 in handicap (14/1) at Gowran (9.4f, soft) 9 days ago. Back up in trip. Ought to be in the shake-up.
It was a decent run at Gowran last week when keeping on over the extended 1m1f..
5th
5th (12) Hello Power (33/1 -83%)
Hello Power

33/1(-83%)
(12) Hello Power 33/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. 25/1, eleventh of 17 in handicap at Gowran (9.4f, soft) 9 days ago. Back up in trip. Others make more appeal.
Last year's efforts make her a definite player but hasn't returned in the same form..
6th
6th (6) Charlie Luciano (4/1 +38%)
Charlie Luciano

4/1(+38%)
(6) Charlie Luciano 4/1, Comfortably won 13-runner novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (15f, good to soft, 4/7) 29 days ago. Back down in trip. Needs considering.
Placed on the Flat and good to see him win well over hurdles last month..
7th
7th (18) Miss Upbeat (20/1 +29%)
Miss Upbeat

20/1(+29%)
(18) Miss Upbeat 20/1, Eleventh of 14 in handicap (18/1) at Dundalk (10.7f) 35 days ago. Makes turf debut with work to do.
Beaten between 5l and 8l in her three handicaps so has hinted at winning potential..
8th
8th (11) Wojood (12/1 +76%)
Wojood

12/1(+76%)
(11) Wojood 12/1, 25/1, twelfth of 15 in handicap at Limerick (11.2f, soft) 27 days ago. Can make presence felt if shrugging off latest effort.
Has form claims but uncompetitive this year, over hurdles and back on the Flat a month ago.
9th
9th (17) Bayou Belle (12/1 +40%)
Bayou Belle

12/1(+40%)
(17) Bayou Belle 12/1, Excellent sixth of 13 in juvenile hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy, 50/1) 144 days ago. Off 144 days and not discounted back on the Flat.
0-16 overall but has placed form from 7f to nearly this far..
10th
10th (20) Must B Art (28/1 +44%)
Must B Art

28/1(+44%)
(20) Must B Art 28/1, 11/1, below form ninth of 17 in handicap at Gowran (9.4f, soft) 9 days ago. Up in trip. Has work to do.
Yet to trouble the judge and didn't show a great deal at Gowran on the back of a break..
11th
11th (4) Tudor Manor (5.5/1 +21%)
Tudor Manor

5.5/1(+21%)
(4) Tudor Manor 5.5/1, 11/1, off 9 months before posting an encouraging fifth of 15 in handicap at Limerick (11.2f, soft) 27 days ago. Weighted to go well so he's a player in his bid for a maiden win.
Maiden still quite lightly raced; form on the Flat and over hurdles heightens interest..
12th
12th (7) Manwal (50/1 -100%)
Manwal

50/1(-100%)
(7) Manwal 50/1, Nineteenth of 24 in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (20f, soft, 200/1) 41 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Poor on last Flat run.
Regressive on the Flat and recent hurdling form is very forgettable..
13th
13th (23) Mythical Times (14/1 -17%)
Mythical Times

14/1(-17%)
(23) Mythical Times 14/1, First run since leaving John McConnell when creditable fourth of 12 in handicap (25/1) at Sligo (13.1f, soft) 19 days ago. Can give a good account.
Placed for previous yard and his debut for this one was respectable; not without hope..
14th
14th (5) Abraham (50/1 -25%)
Abraham

50/1(-25%)
(5) Abraham 50/1, One win from 25 Flat runs. First run since leaving Martin Brassil when thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (12f, 80/1) 38 days ago. Easy to look elsewhere.
No Flat wins on turf and, now an 11yo, he's leaving it late to put that right..
15th
15th (8) Deluca Chop (33/1 +18%)
Deluca Chop

33/1(+18%)
(8) Deluca Chop 33/1, Winner at Dundalk in February. Twelfth of 17 in handicap (22/1) at Gowran (9.4f, soft) 9 days ago. Back up in trip. Chance if rediscovering old form.
Won three in France and a 1m2f Dundalk handicap this February; lesser form of late..
16th
16th (21) All Ways And Ever (18/1 +55%)
All Ways And Ever

18/1(+55%)
(21) All Ways And Ever 18/1, Respectable eighth of 19 in handicap (40/1) at Navan (13f, soft) 6 days ago. Not easy to make a case for at these weights.
Not disgraced in her first handicap but she was down the field last week at Navan..
17th
17th (22) Dani's Boy (100/1 -100%)
Dani's Boy

100/1(-100%)
(22) Dani's Boy 100/1, 33/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Sligo (5.7f, soft) 19 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Others appeal more.
Returned from a long layoff with a modest effort at Sligo, albeit at a sprint distance..
18th
18th (2) Champagne Terri (40/1 +20%)
Champagne Terri

40/1(+20%)
(2) Champagne Terri 40/1, 9/1, last of 5 in handicap chase at Southwell (20.4f, good) on debut over fences. Off 12 months. First run for yard after leaving Adrian Keatley. Needs to hit the ground running.
On a losing run; last seen 12 months ago finishing tailed off over fences..
19th
19th (13) Nusra (10/1 -122%)
Nusra

10/1(-122%)
(13) Nusra 10/1, Remains a maiden after 21 Flat runs. 40/1, good second of 15 in handicap at Limerick (11.2f, soft) 27 days ago. Enters calculations.
Runner-up in a 1m3f Limerick handicap for the second year running a month ago..
20th
20th (19) Chateau Musar (9/1 +25%)
Chateau Musar

9/1(+25%)
(19) Chateau Musar 9/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2021. Eleventh of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (12f, 17/2). Off 107 days. Not taken lightly at these weights if getting back on track.
All four wins have come at Dundalk where he was in competitive form through the winter..
21st
21st (9) Sand Castle (33/1 -65%)
Sand Castle

33/1(-65%)
(9) Sand Castle 33/1, 200/1, eleventh of 14 in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (19.2f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Fair on the Flat and can give a good account.
AW winner but he's yet to be placed on grass under either code..
LTO Selection:

19:30 Leopardstown Handicap 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

NUSRA was cruelly denied after attempting to make all at Limerick last month and she might be able to gain compensation now. Without a win in 27 starts, the Garrett Ahern-trained six-year-old appeared to enjoy herself out in front at Greenmount Park and was only headed inside the final 50 yards, going down by half-a-length. Promising apprentice Conor Stone-Walsh has been booked to ride the selection and he claims a valuable 7lb. Bolero finished a good third at Navan six days ago she is sure to have plenty of supporters turned out quickly, while other leading contenders include Supreme Law, Tudor Manor and Charlie Luciano. All Ways And Ever has shown some promise on her last two starts and is one who could outrun her odds.

A case can be made for lots of these and marginal preference is for TUDOR MANOR who made an encouraging return from nine months off when fifth at Limerick last time and figures on an attractive mark in his bid for a breakthrough success. Charlie Luciano is feared most on the back of his comfortable Kilbeggan victory ahead of in-form maiden Bolero and the returning Bayour Belle.

This looks fiendishly difficult. BOLERO is in better form than most and she was perhaps unlucky not to have gone really close last week


19:40 Aintree Handicap Chase (Class 2) 25f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Kinondo Kwetu (2.5/1 +17%)
Kinondo Kwetu

2.5/1(+17%)
(1) Kinondo Kwetu 2.5/1, One of the chasing success stories of last season and, having had a breathing operation, produced a career best in a first time tongue strap when third in valuable 25f Aintree handicap on Grand National Day. This C&D winner looks the one to beat again.
Record of 5-7 over fences and excellent third here on Grand National day.
2
2nd (11) Go On Chez (7.5/1 -25%)
Go On Chez

7.5/1(-25%)
(11) Go On Chez 7.5/1, Resumd winning ways in a first-time tongue strap at Southwell (3m) in November. Conditions in his favour back from a break but he's 8 lb higher here.
Very much a good-ground performer who knows how to win; could go well after a break.
3
3rd (6) Lounge Lizard (3/1 +45%)
Lounge Lizard

3/1(+45%)
(6) Lounge Lizard 3/1, Has proved unreliable but he arrives on a hat-trick after wins at Catterick and Taunton (23f) this spring. Not taken lightly despite a 9 lb hike in the weights.
Up the weights for winning small-field chases but 2-2 in blinkers and needs respecting.
4
4th (4) Ruthless Article (20/1 +9%)
Ruthless Article

20/1(+9%)
(4) Ruthless Article 20/1, Course winner but let down by his jumping when pulled up in Scottish Grand National at Ayr 27 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
Capable chaser but hard to be confident after recent failures.
5th
5th (3) Hidden Heroics (9/1 -13%)
Hidden Heroics

9/1(-13%)
(3) Hidden Heroics 9/1, Scored at Exeter and Cheltenham on his first 2 starts over fences. Not disgraced in first-time tongue tie when fifth of 11 in handicap at Cheltenham (26f) 30 days ago. Merits consideration off an easing mark.
Chase wins have been in small fields; has a tendency to jump to his right.
6th
6th (8) Topofthecotswolds (28/1 -56%)
Topofthecotswolds

28/1(-56%)
(8) Topofthecotswolds 28/1, Dual handicap chase winner last season. Too free and dropped away at Market Rasen when last seen on Boxing Day. Not on a bad mark if ready to go.
Absent since running poorly over a marathon trip on Boxing Day.
7th
7th (2) Organdi (28/1 -40%)
Organdi

28/1(-40%)
(2) Organdi 28/1, Back to winning ways in 3m1f Warwick handicap in September but off the track since being pulled up at Cheltenham following month. Needs to hit the ground running on comeback.
An 11yo now and perhaps asking a lot to win this after her break.
|PU|
|PU| (10) Tim Pat (10/1 -43%)
Tim Pat

10/1(-43%)
(10) Tim Pat 10/1, Completed a hat-trick at Haydock in early 2022 but winless since and largely below par last term. Others are preferred.
Nearly won again three runs ago but last couple of efforts temper enthusiasm.
|PU|
|PU| (5) Java Point (10/1 +17%)
Java Point

10/1(+17%)
(5) Java Point 10/1, Winless last season and cheekpieces on for first time when below-par sixth of 11 in handicap chase at Cheltenham (26f, good) 30 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Decent third at Ludlow and cheekpieces tried the last time are removed; mark fine.
|PU|
|PU| (9) Saint Arvans (12/1 +25%)
Saint Arvans

12/1(+25%)
(9) Saint Arvans 12/1, Likeable type who has taken well to chasing, winning for a fourth time at Kelso (3m) in April. Posted a respectable third in handicap chase at Perth (23.8f) 21 days ago so he's one for the shortlist.
On a tough mark now but the ground would have been too soft at Perth.
|PU|
|PU| (7) Empire De Maulde (14/1 -133%)
Empire De Maulde

14/1(-133%)
(7) Empire De Maulde 14/1, C&D winner but he's been off for 12 months since solid fourth over C&D. He has won off a break though so can't be discounted.
Lost both his front shoes when a 14l fourth in this 12 months ago, his final sighting.
LTO Selection:

19:40 Aintree Handicap Chase (Class 2) 25f Race Class Flow

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

Lounge Lizard has been a different proposition since sporting blinkers and he's not taken lightly in his quest to land a hat-trick, despite facing another 9lb rise in the ratings. That said, KINONDO KWETU finished a cracking third over C&D last month and a reproduction of that effort may suffice. Hidden Heroics can prove dangerous when gaining an uncontested lead and it's too early to be writing off Dan Skelton's gelding.

KINONDO KWETU enjoyed a marvellous last season when scoring five times and this C&D winner is weighted to go close once more as he is able to race off the same mark as when an excellent third at Aintree last time. Dan Skelton's Hidden Heroics is also weighted to have a say and is next on the list ahead of the returning Empire de Maulde and likeable Saint Arvans.

A competitive handicap but KINONDO KWETU (nap) brings strong C&D form to the party after his excellent run here on Grand National day.


19:45 Downpatrick Conditions Chase 29f - 7 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 (1) Billaway (3.33/1 +17%)
Billaway

3.33/1(+17%)
(1) Billaway 3.33/1, Useful chaser. Course winner. 7/2, unseated rider in hunter chase at Punchestown (24f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Respected on pick of form.
Didn't really find his best form last season and jumping let him down a couple of times.
2
2nd (8) Vaucelet (0.67/1 +39%)
Vaucelet

0.67/1(+39%)
(8) Vaucelet 0.67/1, Useful chaser. Two wins from 5 runs last season. 2/1, creditable second of 11 in hunter chase at Punchestown (24f, good to soft) 21 days ago, running on. Hard to beat.
Disappointing favourite at Cheltenham but back to his best when second at Punchestown.
3
3rd (7) Shantou Show (7.5/1 -67%)
Shantou Show

7.5/1(-67%)
(7) Shantou Show 7.5/1, First run since leaving Sean McParlan when 11/4 and tongue strap on for 1st time, won 10-runner hunter chase at Tipperary (23.8f, soft) 15 days ago. Open to progress and merits plenty of respect.
Has won first two starts in hunter chases; up in class here but should enjoy the trip.
4
4th (5) Russian Diamond (66/1 -100%)
Russian Diamond

66/1(-100%)
(5) Russian Diamond 66/1, Usefuln chaser at best. First run since leaving Emmet Mullins when fifth of 8 in hunter chase (14/1) at Cork (20f, soft) 39 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Others preferred.
Won just one of seven point starts this year; well held fifth in 2m4f Cork hunter chase.
5th
5th (6) Rust To Riches (66/1 -164%)
Rust To Riches

66/1(-164%)
(6) Rust To Riches 66/1, Shirocco gelding. Brother to fairly useful hurdler Metersandmasks. Successful on last of 5 starts in points (May 13). Worth a market check on Rules debut.
Landed Taylorstown maiden last weekend but big outsider in this company; tongue-tie..
6th
6th (3) Er Dancer (16/1 +52%)
Er Dancer

16/1(+52%)
(3) Er Dancer 16/1, Fairly useful chaser. Fourth of 5 in hunter chase (14/1) at Fairyhouse (25.2f, good to soft) 41 days ago. Needs to up his game.
Won first hunter chase at Fairyhouse in 2020 but hasn't been able to add to that.
|PU|
|PU| (2) Dento Des Obeaux (7/1 -40%)
Dento Des Obeaux

7/1(-40%)
(2) Dento Des Obeaux 7/1, Fairly useful chaser. Winner in chase at Thurles in March. Excellent sixth of 27 in hunter chase (20/1) at Aintree (21.1f, good) 36 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Respected.
Has improved and creditable sixth of 27 over the National fences in the Aintree Foxhunters.
LTO Selection:

19:45 Downpatrick Conditions Chase 29f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

A cracking race. VAUCELET just lost out by a length in the champion hunters' chase at Punchestown and is a definite force in these ranks. The last time he raced over this trip he was victorious in a good race at Stratford almost a year ago. He is very much at home on better ground. Billaway is a standing dish at the top table of hunter chasers. He actually hasn't been over a trip as far as this in his career, but does usually find for pressure when he hits the flat spot. He has some questions to answer after failing to complete in two of his last three starts. Dento Des Obeaux was far from outclassed in sixth in the Foxhunters' at Aintree. Prior to that, he won three races in a row and is a player here. Shantou Show is very much on the upgrade. He won here last month and stayed on well to get up by a neck in Tipperary. He looks to have plenty of scope.

VAUCELET has the best form and arrives on the back of a solid showing at Punchestown, so he's preferred to recent Tipperary winner Shantou Show. Billaway is also likely to be involved if he keeps mistakes to a minimum.

A cracking race and VAUCELET, who has won over 3m4f, is the selection in the hope that a hard race at Punchestown hasn't flattened him


19:55 Hamilton Handicap (Class 3) 12f - 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 (4) Good Show (2/1 +11%)
Good Show

2/1(+11%)
(4) Good Show 2/1, C&D winner. All the better for reappearance when third (Faylaq second) of 10 in handicap at this course (13f, good, 5/1) 12 days ago. Expected to be bang there.
C&D winner who is still lightly raced and was a good third here last time; respected.
2
2nd (9) Two Brothers (3.5/1 +42%)
Two Brothers

3.5/1(+42%)
(9) Two Brothers 3.5/1, Knocked on the door several times last term and deservedly got his head in front at Beverley last month. Good second at Chester a week One to consider from the same mark.
Won at Beverley last month before a good second at Chester last week; key player.
3
3rd (2) Onesmoothoperator (14/1 +36%)
Onesmoothoperator

14/1(+36%)
(2) Onesmoothoperator 14/1, Ran poorly back on turf at Musselburgh over Easter. Hard to be too positive after that.
Peak efforts suggest this mark is manageable but he's not fired in two runs this season.
4
4th (7) La Pulga (8/1 +56%)
La Pulga

8/1(+56%)
(7) La Pulga 8/1, First run since leaving Harry & Roger Charlton when bit below form sixth of 11 in handicap (18/1) at Thirsk on reappearance 27 days ago. Blinkers back on.
Triple winner but he made a low-key start for his new yard last month; others preferred.
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5th (1) Wickywickywheels (9/1 +50%)
Wickywickywheels

9/1(+50%)
(1) Wickywickywheels 9/1, Five-time course winner. Latest win at Abu Dhabi in December. 9/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at this course (13f, good) 12 days ago, not knocked about once held.
Five-time course winner but she's struggled this spring and needs to get back near best.
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6th (3) Wandering Rocks (4.5/1 +10%)
Wandering Rocks

4.5/1(+10%)
(3) Wandering Rocks 4.5/1, Useful sort who showed he retains plenty of ability when mid-field on 11f Kempton reappearance last month. Respected back on turf for a Newmarket stable which doesn't have many runners up here.
4yo who still has scope for further progress and he's not ruled out back on turf.
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7th (8) Heights Of Abraham (6.5/1 +46%)
Heights Of Abraham

6.5/1(+46%)
(8) Heights Of Abraham 6.5/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2021. Eighth of 12 in handicap (16/1) at this course (13f, good) 5 days ago. Others are preferred.
Has been laboured in both runs this term and last win was two years ago.
LTO Selection:

19:55 Hamilton Handicap (Class 3) 12f Race Class Flow

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

GOOD SHOW returned to form with a third-placed finish at Hamilton recently and he holds leading claims if running to a similar level in this contest. Two Brothers arrives at the top of his game and shouldn't be underestimated on this rise in class, but a bigger threat could emerge from Wandering Rocks. James Fanshawe's charge weakened inside the final furlong on his comeback at Kempton last month and he has form on the turf to land a race of this nature.

The low-mileage GOOD SHOW can build on his sound third here earlier in the month and notch a second C&D success. Newmarket raider Wandering Rocks should strip fitter for his AW reappearance and is feared most ahead of last week's Chester runner-up Two Brothers.

7yo FAYLAQ has caught the eye with his placed efforts here in both his runs this season and he gets the vote ahead of Two Brothers.


20:00 Leopardstown Handicap 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 (4) Burren Song (3.5/1 +22%)
Burren Song

3.5/1(+22%)
(4) Burren Song 3.5/1, 2 wins from 5 runs this year. Career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Tipperary (12.4f, good to soft, 7/1) 29 days ago. Progressing recently. Big shout.
Comes here after narrow wins at Dundalk (1m2f) and Tipperary (1m4f); career-high mark..
2
2nd (5) Nibiru (7/1 +7%)
Nibiru

7/1(+7%)
(5) Nibiru 7/1, Unreliable type. Refused to race in handicap hurdle at Haydock (15.6f, good to firm, 14/1) 6 days ago. Fairly useful on the Flat but others are preferred.
Refused to race in last week's Swinton; dangerous on his day should he fancy it..
3
3rd (2) Hell Bent (16/1 -14%)
Hell Bent

16/1(-14%)
(2) Hell Bent 16/1, 8/1 and blinkered for 1st time, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Cork (12f, good), having run of race. Off 11 months though so needs to hit the ground running.
The first-time blinkers he wore when winning over 1m4f at Cork last June are absent..
4
4th (7) War Correspondent (5.5/1 +15%)
War Correspondent

5.5/1(+15%)
(7) War Correspondent 5.5/1, Unreliable type. 28/1, below form 38 lengths sixth of 11 to Lossiemouth in Knight Frank Juvenile Hurdle at this course (16f, soft) 144 days ago. Off 144 days. Must improve.
Third in a Listowel maiden in September, since when he's done well over hurdles..
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5th (6) In Favour (80/1 -60%)
In Favour

80/1(-60%)
(6) In Favour 80/1, 50/1, 12¼ lengths eighth of 10 to Burren Song in handicap at Tipperary (12.4f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Others appeal more.
Dual French winner for Andre Fabre but now looking regressive and this mark is challenging.
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6th (11) Authorized Art (1.38/1 +31%)
Authorized Art

1.38/1(+31%)
(11) Authorized Art 1.38/1, Smart winner at 20f in chases. Sixth of 14 in handicap chase at Punchestown (21f, good to soft, 18/1) 21 days ago. Fair on the Flat and weighted to go well back in this sphere.
Class act over jumps and he's very interesting off this low a Flat mark..
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7th (12) Hawke Eye (33/1 -175%)
Hawke Eye

33/1(-175%)
(12) Hawke Eye 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 33/1, sixth of 11 in maiden at Dundalk (10.7f). Off 156 days. First run for yard after leaving P. O'Rourke. Makes handicap debut and not discounted for his new handler.
Should win races for his new trainer but this is a tough introduction to handicaps..
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8th (1) Magellan Strait (11/1 +21%)
Magellan Strait

11/1(+21%)
(1) Magellan Strait 11/1, Lightly-raced winner. Thirteenth of 16 in handicap (11/1) at this C&D (soft). Off 7 months. Yard in good form. Can give a good account if shrugging off latest effort.
Won two of his first four and soft ground was an excuse for his latest backward step..
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9th (3) Vultan (66/1 -100%)
Vultan

66/1(-100%)
(3) Vultan 66/1, 125/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, eighth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (17f, good to soft) 5 days ago. Useful on the Flat so he's not ruled out.
Little to show for five hurdle starts for this yard, including only last week at Killarney.
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10th (9) S'all Good Man (10/1 +9%)
S'all Good Man

10/1(+9%)
(9) S'all Good Man 10/1, 1 win from 1 run this year. 13/2, won 9-runner handicap at Dundalk (12f) 64 days ago, cosily. Up 4 lb but he's still in the mix.
Dundalk winner; 4lb higher here in a race that will take a lot more winning..
LTO Selection:

20:00 Leopardstown Handicap 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Maxine O'Sullivan won this race 12-months ago and she might be able to strike again on NIBIRU. A smart performer over flights, the Tony Martin trained eight-year-old refused to race at Haydock last weekend. He was a fast-finishing third on his most recent Flat start in October and it'll come as no surprise if he manages to go two places better now. War Correspondent also returns to the level after a stint over hurdles and Rachael Blackmore reunites with the grey gelding, after partnering him to victory at Punchestown in October. The Teofilo four-year-old is still a maiden on the Flat but should give a good account of himself, tried over 1m4f for the first time. Authorized Art is sure to have plenty of supporters with Jody Townend aboard for Willie Mullins, while other leading contenders for this competitive affair are Effernock Fizz, Magellan Strait, Hell Bent and the hat-trick seeking Burren Song.

BURREN SONG arrives on the up and is fancied to defy a 6 lb rise in the weights and complete a hat-trick at the chief expense of Willie Mullins' Authorized Art, who returns to this sphere on a handy-looking mark. Dundalk scorer S'All Good Man appeals as the pick of the rest for place purposes.

A handicap that's attracted all sorts. AUTHORIZED ART is a class act over the jumps and has to be of interest off this low a mark.


20:15 Aintree Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Latino Fling (9/1 +18%)
Latino Fling

9/1(+18%)
(5) Latino Fling 9/1, Three wins from 10 runs last season and ended it with a respectable third at Musselburgh (19.8f, good to soft) in March. Eased 3 lb and should remain competitive.
Ran quite well when placed in a series final in March and has slipped to a good mark.
2
2nd (4) Malaita (2/1 +27%)
Malaita

2/1(+27%)
(4) Malaita 2/1, Bumper winner who, having been given a chance by the handicapper, belatedly got off the mark over hurdles in 14-runner handicap at Carlisle (17f, good to soft) in February. Followed up to land a much bigger pot at Cheltenham (20.2f) subsequently and a 4 lb rise may not prevent the hat-trick.
Career-best effort when holding on gamely in series final at Cheltenham last month.
3
3rd (1) Ile De Jersey (8.5/1 -183%)
Ile De Jersey

8.5/1(-183%)
(1) Ile De Jersey 8.5/1, Dual hurdles winner who would have made a successful chase bow at Taunton on return if staying upright. Confirmed that promise when making amends at Southwell but disappointed with her finishing effort at Leicester next time. Returns to hurdling now after a break.
Off since disappointing chase run in December but won off this mark two starts ago.
4
4th (3) Trapista (5.5/1 -22%)
Trapista

5.5/1(-22%)
(3) Trapista 5.5/1, Turned in a rare poor effort when fifth in 6-runner handicap chase at Wetherby (19.4f, soft) 59 days ago. Back over hurdles and type to bounce back quickly.
0-5 over fences last term but reverts to hurdling on good mark and with conditions to suit.
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5th (6) Molliana (12/1 -50%)
Molliana

12/1(-50%)
(6) Molliana 12/1, Likeable mare who is pretty prolific in Jersey, completing a hat-trick at Les Landes last June. Not seen to best effect after a 4-month break in an uncompetitive event at Ffos Las (15.8f) in March before running creditably back on the level at Bath.
Switches back to hurdling on a workable mark but others appeal more all the same.
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|U| (2) Lutinebella (2/1 +43%)
Lutinebella

2/1(+43%)
(2) Lutinebella 2/1, Fairly useful in bumpers and readily opened hurdles account at the second attempt at Exeter (18.5f) in November. Shade disappointing in a Taunton listed event before resuming winning ways in 5-runner Plumpton novice (20.5f). Not disgraced back up in grade at Cheltenham since. Makes handicap debut.
Dual novice winner last season and good fourth in Listed race last time; handicap debut.
LTO Selection:

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

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

A comfortable winner at Cheltenham last month, MALAITA can prove that was no fluke by bringing up the hat-trick off a 4lb higher mark. She gets the vote ahead of the likes of Lutinebella and Ile De Jersey, who returns to this sphere after an inconsistent spell over the larger obstacles. The booking of Harry Cobden aboard Molliana also catches the eye.

MALAITA is clearly getting the hang of things over hurdles now and looks up to completing the hat-trick. Latino Fling has been cut some slack by the assessor and is second choice.

Fergal O'Brien's LUTINEBELLA was not discredited when fourth in a Listed race last month and is taken to make a winning handicap debut.


20:20 Downpatrick NH Flat Race 17f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (11) The Wallpark (0.5/1 +45%)
The Wallpark

0.5/1(+45%)
(11) The Wallpark 0.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Excellent third of 12 in bumper (50/1) at Fairyhouse (16.5f, good to soft) 83 days ago. First run for yard after leaving V. C. Ward. Should take the beating.
Third to Down Memory Lane at Fairyhouse and has joined that one's trainer Gordon Elliott.
2
2nd (6) Kalanisi Flash (3.33/1 -33%)
Kalanisi Flash

3.33/1(-33%)
(6) Kalanisi Flash 3.33/1, Once-raced maiden. 18/1, fourth of 10 in bumper at Leopardstown (20f, soft) on NH debut 143 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Considered.
Remote fourth to smart Fact Or Fiile in 2m4f Leopardstown bumper at Christmas; tongue-tie.
3
3rd (8) Mount Gallion (12/1 +64%)
Mount Gallion

12/1(+64%)
(8) Mount Gallion 12/1, €16,000 3-y-o, Leading Light gelding. Closely related to fairly useful hurdler Itso Fury, stays 3m, and half-brother to 2 winners, including fair chaser Haldon Hill. Made frame completed start in points (Apr 8).
Half-brother to a couple of bumper winners; fair fourth at Loughanmore; Rules debut.
4
4th (7) Meranti (20/1 +39%)
Meranti

20/1(+39%)
(7) Meranti 20/1, Twice-raced maiden. Sixth of 12 in novice hurdle (80/1) at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Makes bumpers debut. Down in trip.
Sixth to stablemate Ottizini in 2m6f maiden hurdle here but was beaten 33l; first bumper.
5th
5th (2) Ballybit (66/1 -65%)
Ballybit

66/1(-65%)
(2) Ballybit 66/1, Westerner gelding. Half-brother to French hurdler Lawrence Collins. Dam unraced half-sister to very smart hurdler (stayed 2½m) Ch'tibello. Maiden pointer, fourth last time (Apr 21).
Fair fifth at Kirkistown in February but other than that his point form has been modest.
6th
6th (1) Augusta George (66/1 -100%)
Augusta George

66/1(-100%)
(1) Augusta George 66/1, Twice-raced maiden. Fourth of 7 in bumper at Downpatrick (17.4f, good to soft, 40/1) 14 days ago. Others preferred.
Remote fourth of seven over C&D a fortnight ago; that wasn't a bad race but more needed.
7th
7th (10) Our Uncle Jack (28/1 -75%)
Our Uncle Jack

28/1(-75%)
(10) Our Uncle Jack 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Hooded for 1st time, bit below form sixth of 12 in bumper at Kilbeggan (15.1f, good to soft, 14/1) 29 days ago, doing too much too soon.
Best run was when 6l fourth at Listowel festival but well held twice since.
8th
8th (5) Irina's Path (100/1 -25%)
Irina's Path

100/1(-25%)
(5) Irina's Path 100/1, €15,000 3-y-o, Coastal Path gelding. Half-brother to unreliable but fairly useful hurdler/chaser Ueueteotl and ungenuine bumper winner Huehuecoytle, stayed 21f. Unplaced completed start in points, pulled up last time (Apr 16).
Poor form in three point-to-points; big outsider.
9th
9th (13) Anooa (200/1 -100%)
Anooa

200/1(-100%)
(13) Anooa 200/1, Once-raced maiden. 80/1, eleventh of 13 in novice hurdle at Downpatrick (18.8f, good) on NH debut. Off 9 months. Makes bumpers debut.
Tailed off in a maiden hurdle here last year and failed to complete in recent points.
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10th (14) Fatal Flaw (7/1 +36%)
Fatal Flaw

7/1(+36%)
(14) Fatal Flaw 7/1, Pour Moi gelding. Closely related to 2 winners, including bumper winner/useful hurdle winner around 2m Call of The Wild. RESERVE.
Related to bumper/hurdle winner Call Of The Wild and four other winners; reserve.
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11th (4) Hinch (80/1 -142%)
Hinch

80/1(-142%)
(4) Hinch 80/1, (Production):fifth foal: closely related to fairly useful hurdler Linger (2m-19f winner, by Cape Cross): dam unraced.
Awtaad gelding is closely related to 1m6f Flat/2m-2m3f hurdle winner Linger.
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12th (12) Wee Terry (100/1 +0%)
Wee Terry

100/1(+0%)
(12) Wee Terry 100/1, Twice-raced maiden. 125/1, eleventh of 16 in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (18.3f, good to soft). Off 11 months. Makes bumpers debut. First run for yard after leaving Mark McNiff.
Well beaten in maiden hurdles for Mark McNiff and been off best part of a year; yard debut.
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13th (9) Mustameet's Flame (66/1 -65%)
Mustameet's Flame

66/1(-65%)
(9) Mustameet's Flame 66/1, Mustameet gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful 2m hurdle winner Mount Corkish Girl.
Homebred son of Mustameet; dam unraced sister to bumper winner Gemma's Flame.
LTO Selection:

20:20 Downpatrick NH Flat Race 17f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

THE WALLPARK appeals on his first run for Gordon Elliott. This Ask gelding showed ability for Vincent Ward, particularly when runner-up in a Down Royal maiden hurdle in November and when third in a Fairyhouse bumper in February. Kalanisi Flash is set to be heavily involved. He landed two point-to-points for Brian Jordan and switched to John McConnell before finishing fourth in a Leopardstown bumper over Christmas. He didn't threaten there, but the winner is very useful in graded company now while the third has since taken a bumper in Cork. Barons Revenge was eighth on debut for Willie Mullins at Punchestown and looks sure to improve, perhaps significantly so.

THE WALLPARK ended his time for his former yard with an excellent third in a bumper at Fairyhouse and, having joined a top outfit, he's expected to open his account at the likely expense of Kalanisi Flash, who made a promising start at Leopardstown 143 days ago. Barons Revenge is also considered despite an underwhelming debut recently.

Fourth to a smart horse at Leopardstown over Christmas, KALANISI FLASH may appreciate this better ground and gets the vote


20:26 Hamilton Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Elladora (3.5/1 +61%)
Elladora

3.5/1(+61%)
(1) Elladora 3.5/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Southwell in April. 4/1, bit below form sixth of 14 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, heavy) 8 days ago. Blinkers back on.
C&D winner who won off 2lb lower on AW three runs back; hard to rule out back in trip.
2
2nd (2) Macho Pride (3.5/1 +30%)
Macho Pride

3.5/1(+30%)
(2) Macho Pride 3.5/1, Twenty seven runs since last win in 2021. Creditable second of 13 in handicap (9/2) at Newcastle (6f) 14 days ago. Well treated if he's able to back that up.
Very well treated on his old form and was runner-up on AW last time; respected.
3
3rd (8) Basholo (5.5/1 +8%)
Basholo

5.5/1(+8%)
(8) Basholo 5.5/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 10/1, good third of 12 in handicap at Ayr (6f, good) 11 days ago. One to consider.
Record of 1-20 but was placed at Ayr last week and has claims if she can back that up.
4
4th (9) Earn Your Stripes (12/1 +14%)
Earn Your Stripes

12/1(+14%)
(9) Earn Your Stripes 12/1, Course winner. 10/1, fifth of 7 in handicap at Ayr (5f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Back up in trip. Back to a potentially lenient mark.
Now only 1lb higher than for last success but she needs to get back on track.
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5th (3) Bonito Cavalo (11/1 +8%)
Bonito Cavalo

11/1(+8%)
(3) Bonito Cavalo 11/1, Last of 8 in handicap at Redcar (6f, soft, 11/2) 39 days ago. Might come on for that reappearance.
Still a maiden after eight starts and was tailed off at Redcar on his return.
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6th (6) The Gay Blade (10/1 -11%)
The Gay Blade

10/1(-11%)
(6) The Gay Blade 10/1, C&D winner. 9/1, fifth of 7 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.2f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Can't be ruled out.
His last win came over C&D last September but he needs a major revival back at this track.
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7th (12) Stronsay (28/1 +30%)
Stronsay

28/1(+30%)
(12) Stronsay 28/1, C&D winner. Three wins from 65 Flat runs. Twenty one runs since last win in 2021. 12/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Redcar (6f, soft) 39 days ago. Not easy to make a case for.
0-21 since his last win in 2021 and was tailed off at Redcar last time.
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8th (7) Banner Road (11/1 -38%)
Banner Road

11/1(-38%)
(7) Banner Road 11/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Very good second of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (8f, good to soft, 33/1) 14 days ago. Back down in trip. Worthy of respect.
Takes a big drop back in trip but she's still unexposed and is open to more progress.
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9th (5) Aikido (33/1 -106%)
Aikido

33/1(-106%)
(5) Aikido 33/1, Unreliable type. Twelfth of 13 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 12/1) 24 days ago, slowly away. Others are more persuasive.
Ended a long losing sequence at Southwell but he's been disappointing in both runs since.
|U|
|U| (11) Jkr Cobbler (9/1 -125%)
Jkr Cobbler

9/1(-125%)
(11) Jkr Cobbler 9/1, Winner at Newcastle in January. Respectable fourth of 8 in minor event (2/1) at Newcastle (6f) 63 days ago. Shaping up nicely but needs things to drop right.
Plenty of good efforts at Newcastle this year and has possibilities back on turf.
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10th (4) Sam's Call (9/1 -50%)
Sam's Call

9/1(-50%)
(4) Sam's Call 9/1, One win from 21 Flat runs. Eleven runs since last win in 2021. Respectable third of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 9/1) 14 days ago.
Record of 1-21 but he's been consistent this year and has claims back on turf.
LTO Selection:

20:26 Hamilton Handicap (Class 6) 6f Race Class Flow

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

There clearly wasn't much expected of BANNER ROAD at Musselburgh on her seasonal reappearance a fortnight ago, having gone off at 33/1, but she outran those odds when finishing second and that run may just have put her spot on for this. Macho Pride hinted at a return to form when runner-up at Newcastle earlier this month and looks dangerous, along with Basholo, who was a fine third at Ayr recently and appears to be on a winnable mark.

MACHO PRIDE is unexposed for his current yard and well treated on old form, so he's worth a chance to build on a good second at Newcastle by going one better. Jkr Cobbler is a danger and Basholo deserves respect on the back of a solid showing at Ayr.

An open race in which the vote goes to MACHO PRIDE, who showed clear signs of a revival when runner-up at Newcastle last week.


20:30 Leopardstown Maiden 12f - 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 (8) Shamida (1/1 +47%)
Shamida

1/1(+47%)
(8) Shamida 1/1, Promising type. Third of 12 in maiden at this course (10f, heavy, 2/1) 12 days ago, needing stiffer test. open to improvement and could take the beating.
Never nearer than at the finish over 1m2f here 12 days ago; sure to find more..
2
2nd (7) Scarlett O'Hara (3.5/1 +13%)
Scarlett O'Hara

3.5/1(+13%)
(7) Scarlett O'Hara 3.5/1, Twice-raced filly. Second of 7 in maiden (16/5) at Naas (10f, heavy) 25 days ago. Likely to be on the premises again.
Second to a class act at Naas and can step up again over this longer distance..
3
3rd (9) Sugaree (16/1 -45%)
Sugaree

16/1(-45%)
(9) Sugaree 16/1, Once-raced filly. 5/1, seventh of 13 in maiden at Gowran (9.6f, heavy) on debut 31 days ago. Up in trip. Yard in good form. May well do better.
Ran below market expectations when mid-division at Gowran; may do better..
4
4th (3) Angelic Appeal (80/1 -300%)
Angelic Appeal

80/1(-300%)
(3) Angelic Appeal 80/1, Once-raced filly. 9/1, eighth of 15 in maiden at Gowran (9.4f, good to soft) on debut 16 days ago. Up in trip. Open to improvement.
Had no obvious excuses when beaten 12l into mid-division over Gowran's extended 1m1f..
5th
5th (11) Water Nymph (4.5/1 -80%)
Water Nymph

4.5/1(-80%)
(11) Water Nymph 4.5/1, Lightly-raced filly. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, good third of 6 in handicap (12/1) at this C&D (heavy) 12 days ago, hampered. Another bold show likely.
Limitations were further exposed when only third in a six-runner 1m4f handicap here..
6th
6th (2) Humtaza (100/1 -52%)
Humtaza

100/1(-52%)
(2) Humtaza 100/1, Once-raced filly. Eighth of 17 in maiden (40/1) at Gowran (9.6f, heavy) on debut 31 days ago, slowly away. Up in trip.
Beaten just under 10l in a 1m1f Gowran maiden won by smart hurdler Party Central..
7th
7th (1) Celebrating Ethel (100/1 -52%)
Celebrating Ethel

100/1(-52%)
(1) Celebrating Ethel 100/1, Making GB/IRE Flat debut. Sixth of 10 in bumper (20/1) at Naas (15.9f, heavy) on NH debut 131 days ago. Off 131 days.
Beaten 20l in a Naas bumper (soft) but ran well for a long way and has ability..
8th
8th (5) Feach Amach (12/1 -33%)
Feach Amach

12/1(-33%)
(5) Feach Amach 12/1, Lightly-raced filly. 12/1 and eyeshields on for 1st time blinkered for 1st time, creditable fourth of 12 in maiden at this course (10f, heavy) 12 days ago. Not completely dismissed.
Went off too fast when fourth here over 1m2f; has even further to go this time..
9th
9th (4) Fanaigi Linn (33/1 -65%)
Fanaigi Linn

33/1(-65%)
(4) Fanaigi Linn 33/1, Thrice-raced filly. 28/1, sixth of 15 in maiden at Gowran (9.4f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Up in trip. Others make more appeal.
Ran a nice comeback race but couldn't build on that when further back at Gowran..
10th
10th (6) Only In Dreams (12/1 +0%)
Only In Dreams

12/1(+0%)
(6) Only In Dreams 12/1, €21,000 yearling, Le Havre filly. Sister to useful French 10.5f-1½m winner Winema. Dam unraced out of useful 10.5f winner Nobilis. Stable in good form.
21,000euros yearling; second foal; sister to French 10.5f-1m4f winner Winema..
11th
11th (10) Tender Camilla (22/1 +56%)
Tender Camilla

22/1(+56%)
(10) Tender Camilla 22/1, Once-raced filly. 100/1, tenth of 15 in maiden at this course (8f, soft) on debut. Off 7 months. Significantly up in trip.
Finished tenth of 15 but only beaten about 7l over 1m here in October..
12th
12th (12) Youcrackmeup (66/1 -100%)
Youcrackmeup

66/1(-100%)
(12) Youcrackmeup 66/1, Twice-raced filly. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, sixth of 10 in maiden (80/1) at this C&D (heavy) 12 days ago.
Beaten 17l at Gowran and 15l here (first-time cheekpieces); looks one for handicaps..
LTO Selection:

20:30 Leopardstown Maiden 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

SHAMIDA is likely to appreciate this step up in trip and looks the one to beat. Her two previous starts have also come at Leopardstown, finishing an eye-catching third on debut last October. She was again third on her recent return to action, keeping on well to take minor honours. Up to 1m4f now, she should be able to make the breakthrough. The 82-rated Water Nymph is an obvious danger, having recently finished third over the course and distance. Joseph O'Brien saddles newcomer Only In Dreams and Sugaree and they both warrant respect. The former is a full-sister to Winema, a Listed winner in France. Feach Amach is the pick of the Jim Bolger trained pair, while it'll be interesting to see how Humtaza fares, after she made some late progress on debut at Gowran last month.

SHAMIDA has shaped with plenty of encouragement on both starts to date and promises to be well suited by this longer trip, so he takes marginal preference over Water Nymph, who has actually achieved a bit more in form terms. Scarlett O'Hara is also of interest.

This step up to 1m4f has to be a major plus for SHAMIDA (nap) who was never nearer than at the finish here 12 days ago.


20:50 Aintree NH Flat Race (Class 3) 17f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (13) Saunton Surf (3/1 +14%)
Saunton Surf

3/1(+14%)
(13) Saunton Surf 3/1, €45,000 3-y-o, Sea Moon filly. Dam unraced out of useful 2m-2½m hurdle winner Sesenta. Easy winner sole start in point bumpers (Mar 26).
Quickened clear to win four-runner point bumper on debut in March; shortlisted.
2
2nd (2) Cadell (3.33/1 -48%)
Cadell

3.33/1(-48%)
(2) Cadell 3.33/1, €90,000 3-y-o, Mahler gelding. Dam, 17f hurdle winner (stayed 2½m), sister to useful bumper winner/useful hurdler (2m-2¼m winner) Theatre Girl and half-sister to smart hurdler/useful chaser (2m-2½m winner) Ring The Boss. Won both starts in points (comfortably beat sole rival latest, Apr 29).
2-2 in small-field points for owner-trainer; now in the care of Lucinda Russell.
3
3rd (3) Douglas Longbottom (8.5/1 +39%)
Douglas Longbottom

8.5/1(+39%)
(3) Douglas Longbottom 8.5/1, Helmet gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including temperamental but useful hurdler Sakhee's City. Dam winner up to 8.5f in US. Successful on last of 4 starts in points (Apr 10).
Came good in points with easy maiden win last month; could easily have more to offer.
4
4th (7) Supreme Johnson (33/1 +18%)
Supreme Johnson

33/1(+18%)
(7) Supreme Johnson 33/1, £3,000 5-y-o, Elvstroem gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler/chaser Gipsy Lee Rose. Dam modest French chase winner around 2¼m. Winning pointer but only seventh of 8 in bumper at Exeter (16.7f, soft) on NH debut 54 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time.
Dual point winner in winter but tailed off in similar race to this at Exeter in March.
5th
5th (10) Roseburg (28/1 -180%)
Roseburg

28/1(-180%)
(10) Roseburg 28/1, Sageburg mare. Half-sister to 4 winners, including useful hurdler Prince Garyantle and fairly useful hurdler Some Kinda Lama. Successful on second of 2 starts in points (Mar 19).
Has a good pedigree and comes here after winning a point bumper; likely contender.
6th
6th (9) Penniless (22/1 -10%)
Penniless

22/1(-10%)
(9) Penniless 22/1, £12,000 4-y-o, Imperial Monarch mare. Sister to modest 2½m chase winner Lisloran, and half-sister to useful hurdler/chase winner Kissesforkatie. Dual winning pointer, pulled up last time (Apr 15).
2-7 in points; pulled up last month; others look stronger here.
7th
7th (4) Fly Awhile Johnny (25/1 +75%)
Fly Awhile Johnny

25/1(+75%)
(4) Fly Awhile Johnny 25/1, Shirocco gelding. Dam unraced sister to fairly useful hurdle/chase winner (stayed 2½m) Jimbill. Maiden pointer, third last time (Apr 29).
Represents last year's winning stable but is 0-6 in points; not the obvious answer.
8th
8th (14) Take It Upstairs (8/1 -60%)
Take It Upstairs

8/1(-60%)
(14) Take It Upstairs 8/1, £5,000 3-y-o, Sholokhov filly. Dam (c111/h123), hurdle/chase winner in France, half-sister to fairly useful French chaser (17f-19f winner) Sainvoirien. Successful on second of 2 starts in point bumpers (Apr 16).
Easily beat It's Unbelievable by 15l in point bumper last month; must be considered.
9th
9th (12) Hazels Delight (8/1 -7%)
Hazels Delight

8/1(-7%)
(12) Hazels Delight 8/1, €30,000 3-y-o, Mount Nelson filly. Dam unraced sister to useful hurdler/chase winner (stayed 3m) Sea of Thunder, and half-sister to high-class 2m hurdler Macs Joy. Successful sole start in points (Mar 11).
Comfortably won mares' maiden point by 6l on debut in March.
10th
10th (11) Delilah Bucks (5/1 +75%)
Delilah Bucks

5/1(+75%)
(11) Delilah Bucks 5/1, Diamond Boy filly. Dam (b65), ran twice in bumpers, half-sister to fair hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3m) More Buck's. Successful on second of 2 starts in points (Mar 19).
Beaten under 1l when fourth past the post (promoted to third) on debut in a point bumper.
11th
11th (5) Grandpa's Folly (25/1 +75%)
Grandpa's Folly

25/1(+75%)
(5) Grandpa's Folly 25/1, Mukhadram gelding. Dam useful winner on Flat up to 13.3f. Runner-up sole start in point bumpers, last of 5 finishers in point next time (Apr 30).
Out of a very useful Flat-racer; second to Roseburg in a point bumper on debut in March.
12th
12th (8) Wottinger (18/1 -50%)
Wottinger

18/1(-50%)
(8) Wottinger 18/1, £7,000 3-y-o, Cannock Chase gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners, including bumper winner Vanilla Run and ungenuine/poor hurdler Van Mildert. Third sole start in point bumpers, runner-up both starts in points (latest Apr 22).
Beaten favourite when making the frame in three points this year; improvement required.
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|PU| (6) It's Unbelievable (50/1 -100%)
It's Unbelievable

50/1(-100%)
(6) It's Unbelievable 50/1, Gentlewave gelding. Dam, 1½m winner, sister to fairly useful hurdler (2m/17f winner) Arctic Reach. Runner-up on second of 2 starts in points (Apr 16).
No match for Take It Upstairs when 15l second in a point bumper last month.
LTO Selection:

20:50 Aintree NH Flat Race (Class 3) 17f Race Class Flow

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

Some of Lucinda Russell's best days as a trainer have come at this track and she may be about to unleash another smart recruit in the form of dual point-to-point winner CADELL in the renowned Ronnie Bartlett colours. Fellow point winners Saunton Surf and Take It Upstairs can give him the most to think about, along with Hazels Delight and Delilah Bucks.

All bar one are making their debut under Rules so the market should offer plenty of clues, with CADELL the obvious place to start having won both his outings between the flags. Saunton Surf and Hazels Delight were both successful on their sole outings in points and are other likely types.

In a tricky race to evaluate tentative preference is for TAKE IT UPSTAIRS, who easily won a point bumper last month.


21:00 Hamilton Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (10) Our Dickie (3.5/1 +30%)
Our Dickie

3.5/1(+30%)
(10) Our Dickie 3.5/1, Ran one of better races for current yard when 1½ lengths second of 10 to Perfect Soldier in handicap at Musselburgh (9f, good, 10/3) 4 days ago. Can make his presence felt.
Returned to form with second behind Perfect Soldier at Musselburgh on Monday; shortlisted.
2
2nd (9) Perfect Soldier (11/1 -69%)
Perfect Soldier

11/1(-69%)
(9) Perfect Soldier 11/1, Best effort of the year when winning 10-runner handicap (8/1) at Musselburgh (9f, good) 4 days ago by 1½ lengths from Our Dickie, having run of race. Penalty makes things tougher this time around.
Made it 3-3 at Musselburgh when beating Our Dickie on Monday; respected under penalty.
3
3rd (8) Willing To Please (5/1 +17%)
Willing To Please

5/1(+17%)
(8) Willing To Please 5/1, Ran well when third of 12 in handicap (7/2) at Pontefract (1m, good to soft) 16 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal. Major player having dropped another 1 lb in the weights.
Triple turf winner who was third behind an improver at Pontefract last time; in the mix.
4
4th (6) How Bizarre (4/1 +60%)
How Bizarre

4/1(+60%)
(6) How Bizarre 4/1, Ended long losing run at Musselburgh (1m) earlier this month. Backed up that effort when fourth of 8 in handicap (4/1) at the same course (9f, good) 4 days ago, though looked awkward. Going through a good spell at present.
Made all at Musselburgh two weeks ago but he was vulnerable back there on Monday.
5th
5th (1) Havana Party (7.5/1 -114%)
Havana Party

7.5/1(-114%)
(1) Havana Party 7.5/1, C&D winner. Yet to fire so far this season, though, fourth of 5 in handicap (13/2) at this C&D (good) 12 days ago. On a dangerous mark but revival needed.
On dangerous mark but he's been out of form this year and needs to rediscover some spark.
6th
6th (7) Jaminoz (33/1 -106%)
Jaminoz

33/1(-106%)
(7) Jaminoz 33/1, After 7 months off, shaped as if needing the run when sixth of 8 in handicap at this course (6f, good, 25/1) 12 days ago. Could fare better back up in trip.
Won at Ayr (7f, heavy) in October but has been well below that form in both runs since.
7th
7th (2) St Andrew's Castle (4.5/1 +50%)
St Andrew's Castle

4.5/1(+50%)
(2) St Andrew's Castle 4.5/1, Latest win at Newcastle in March. However, failed to repeat his previous placed effort when sixth of 7 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.2f, good, 9/1) 4 days ago. Needs to quickly get back on track.
AW win in March but he didn't fire at Musselburgh on Monday and others are more persuasive.
8th
8th (3) Dark Company (22/1 -83%)
Dark Company

22/1(-83%)
(3) Dark Company 22/1, Went backwards from his previous run when fifth of 6 in handicap at Ayr (1m, good to firm, 5/1) 15 days ago, hanging left/carrying head awkwardly. Others more persuasive.
Dual AW winner but he's 0-13 on turf and was well held back in this sphere last time.
9th
9th (5) Chinese Spirit (10/1 -11%)
Chinese Spirit

10/1(-11%)
(5) Chinese Spirit 10/1, C&D winner. Stepped up on reappearance run when 2¼ lengths fifth of 10 to Perfect Soldier in handicap at Musselburgh (9f, good, 28/1) 4 days ago, never nearer. Shortlisted.
Dual course winner who didn't get much luck at Musselburgh on Monday; dangerous.
10th
10th (4) Retirement Beckons (28/1 -133%)
Retirement Beckons

28/1(-133%)
(4) Retirement Beckons 28/1, Four-time C&D winner. Probably needed the run after 6 months off when last of 5 in handicap (33/1) at this C&D (good) 12 days ago. This run should reveal more.
Four-time C&D winner but he's never won off a mark this high and has some work to do.
LTO Selection:

21:00 Hamilton Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

There was just over a length between Perfect Soldier (first) and OUR DICKIE (second) at Musselburgh four days ago, but, with the former now given a 4lb penalty, the vote goes to the Iain Jardine-trained gelding to turn the tables. He was staying on well that day and this uphill finish may just prove the difference this time around. Willing To Please appreciated a return to turf when third at Pontefract earlier this month and is worth a check in the betting.

WILLING TO PLEASE has been heading back in the right direction on her last 2 starts, running well when third at Pontefract earlier this month, so she could be ready to take advantage of her reduced mark this time around. Our Dickie is also down to a career-low mark and is feared most, ahead of Chinese Spirit.

The vote goes to WILLING TO PLEASE, who is on a dangerous mark and was placed behind a major improver at Pontefract last time.


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