Tomform Tuesday 23rd May 2023

There were 51 Races on Tuesday 23rd May 2023 across 7 meetings. There was 8 races at Punchestown, 7 races at Huntingdon, 7 races at Brighton, 7 races at Wolverhampton, 7 races at Hexham, 7 races at Ayr, 8 races at Gowran Park, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Tuesday 23rd May 2023

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

13:45 Punchestown Claiming 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 (10) Bal De Rio (1.88/1 +37%)
Bal De Rio

1.88/1(+37%)
(10) Bal De Rio 1.88/1, Fair hurdler. Latest win in hurdle at Ballinrobe in April. 6/1, creditable sixth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (16.2f, soft) 12 days ago, barely adequate test. This looks a good opportunity back up in trip.
Won Clonmel claimer and Ballinrobe handicap lately; decent run at former last time.
2
2nd (2) Fancy A Cosmo (16/1 +0%)
Fancy A Cosmo

16/1(+0%)
(2) Fancy A Cosmo 16/1, 22/1, thirteenth of 19 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (24.3f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Down in trip.
Maiden has been placed several times over hurdles; poor over 3m last time; needs best.
3
3rd (7) Ballyquin Bay (3.33/1 +39%)
Ballyquin Bay

3.33/1(+39%)
(7) Ballyquin Bay 3.33/1, Fair hurdler. Bit below form fifth of 12 in novice hurdle at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to soft, 9/1) 18 days ago.
Placed several times over hurdles; not at best over 2m6f last twice; chance at this trip.
4
4th (6) Slige Dala (12/1 -50%)
Slige Dala

12/1(-50%)
(6) Slige Dala 12/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2020. 18/1, last of 5 in minor event chase at Down Royal (16.2f, soft) 119 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. First run for yard after leaving Gordon Elliott.
Below form last three starts but a solid chance if back to some of last year's form.
5th
5th (1) Benz (7.5/1 +6%)
Benz

7.5/1(+6%)
(1) Benz 7.5/1, Fair hurdler. Fell in handicap hurdle (40/1) at Fairyhouse (20.4f, good to soft) 44 days ago.
Winner of 1-7 over hurdles and rated 110; goes best on a sound surface and can run well.
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6th (9) The Bog Garden (200/1 -203%)
The Bog Garden

200/1(-203%)
(9) The Bog Garden 200/1, Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. 50/1, pulled up in bumper at Downpatrick (17.4f, good to soft) on bumper debut 18 days ago, pulled up. Switches from bumpers to hurdles.
Has shown little in three starts and is passed over.
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7th (11) Commandingpresence (3.33/1 +58%)
Commandingpresence

3.33/1(+58%)
(11) Commandingpresence 3.33/1, Fair chaser. Course winner. 17¾ lengths fifth of 14 to Bal De Rio in claiming hurdle (20/1) at Clonmel (18.5f, heavy) 63 days ago.
Well beaten behind Bal De Rio at Clonmel last time; more favourable terms today.
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8th (13) Buzz Light (33/1 +34%)
Buzz Light

33/1(+34%)
(13) Buzz Light 33/1, 33/1, ninth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.6f, good to soft) 21 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Blinkered for 1st time.
Badly out of form this year and was tailed-off last time.
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9th (5) No Trouble (16/1 -220%)
No Trouble

16/1(-220%)
(5) No Trouble 16/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Twelfth of 14 in handicap (16/1) at Dundalk (12f) 42 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Fairly useful hurdler, below form on last hurdle outing.
Below best on the Flat lately but has a shout if back to last year's best hurdle form.
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10th (14) Mornington Bay (150/1 -50%)
Mornington Bay

150/1(-50%)
(14) Mornington Bay 150/1, Twice-raced maiden. 200/1, eighth of 19 in novice hurdle at Down Royal (16.9f, heavy) 67 days ago.
Poor on the Flat and over hurdles, so passed over.
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11th (4) Scipio Africanus (200/1 -60%)
Scipio Africanus

200/1(-60%)
(4) Scipio Africanus 200/1, Twice-raced maiden. 100/1, eighth of 10 in bumper at Thurles (16.4f, heavy) 71 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Cheekpieces on for 1st time.
Beaten a long way in two bumpers and can't be seriously fancied.
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12th (3) Jimli's Cave (150/1 -127%)
Jimli's Cave

150/1(-127%)
(3) Jimli's Cave 150/1, Twice-raced maiden under NH rules. Seventh of 13 in novice hurdle (250/1) at Downpatrick (21.7f, heavy) on hurdles bow 51 days ago.
Soundly beaten in a bumper and maiden hurdle; has plenty to do on these terms.
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|PU| (12) Foreign Policy (14/1 +13%)
Foreign Policy

14/1(+13%)
(12) Foreign Policy 14/1, Modest maiden on the Flat, making GB/IRE jumps debut. Seventh of 15 in handicap (14/1) at Gowran (14f, soft) 13 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals.
Flat maiden has run well in some Dundalk handicaps; modest appeal on hurdling debut.
LTO Selection:

13:45 Punchestown Claiming Hurdle 19f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

BAL DE RIO represents a yard with a decent record in Flat claimers and he has a solid chance. The 10-year-old won twice over two miles on the Flat for Brian Ellison and has been a good money spinner for Denis Hogan, winning four times over hurdles, including at Ballinrobe last month. Slige Dala won two bumpers and a maiden hurdle for Joseph O'Brien, but has lost his way since and now joins Pat Foley following a spell with Gordon Elliott. No Trouble has won six times on the Flat and also landed a rated novice hurdle at Downpatrick last autumn. Elliott is triple-handed here, with riding arrangements suggesting Ballyquin Bay may be preferred, while Foreign Policy was placed on the all-weather at Dundalk and now makes his hurdling debut.

A good opportunity for BAL DE RIO to resume winning ways returned to a more suitable trip. Mylestown Upper and No Trouble are feared most.

Rated 110, BAL DE RIO is weighted to win his second claimer in recent times.


14:10 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 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 (6) Unlimited Data (2.75/1 +17%)
Unlimited Data

2.75/1(+17%)
(6) Unlimited Data 2.75/1, Career best when winning 9-runner nursery (7/2) at this C&D when last seen, just holding on. Off 165 days. Could do even better.
Off the mark in a C&D nursery last December; a contender if ready to go after 165 days off.
2
2nd (5) Victors Dream (4.5/1 +36%)
Victors Dream

4.5/1(+36%)
(5) Victors Dream 4.5/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 100/1, ninth of 11 in minor event at Doncaster (6f, heavy) 25 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Can improve and a contender.
Well held in three starts last month, but bred to be better than that; tricky draw, though.
3
3rd (2) Global Effort (11/1 -47%)
Global Effort

11/1(-47%)
(2) Global Effort 11/1, 13/2, first run since leaving Anthony Carson when last of 7 in handicap at Nottingham (5f, heavy) 10 days ago. Work to do.
0-7 and well beaten on stable debut last time; needs return to AW to make a big difference.
4
4th (8) Northern Chancer (22/1 -57%)
Northern Chancer

22/1(-57%)
(8) Northern Chancer 22/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, fourth of 8 in handicap at this C&D (13/2) 38 days ago, well positioned. This is tougher.
0-8 and didn't achieve much when fourth here last time; well down the list.
5th
5th (4) Cuban Grey (1.88/1 -7%)
Cuban Grey

1.88/1(-7%)
(4) Cuban Grey 1.88/1, C&D winner. 10/3, respectable third of 8 in handicap at Brighton (5.3f, good) 20 days ago. Good shout back here.
Had 12 starts already, but plenty of good efforts against his name including a C&D win.
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6th (7) Silverlode (7.5/1 +25%)
Silverlode

7.5/1(+25%)
(7) Silverlode 7.5/1, Blinkered for 1st time, sixth of 8 in handicap at Beverley (5f, soft, 22/1) 22 days ago, slowly away. Not taken lightly.
0-9 and may appreciate return to the AW, but sharp 5f may not be ideal.
7th
7th (1) Lupset Flossy Pop (14/1 +13%)
Lupset Flossy Pop

14/1(+13%)
(1) Lupset Flossy Pop 14/1, 50/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (6f, good to soft) 20 days ago.
Newcastle nursery win last autumn, but quiet since returning and drop to 5f not ideal.
LTO Selection:

14:10 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Victors Dream has weakened late on over further on two of his three starts and he could be of interest over this trip on his handicap debut off a mark of 60, with the eye-catching booking of Neil Callan to ride. However, with a lack of obvious pace in the race, UNLIMITED DATA may be able to slip the field from stall one. A C&D winner in December, an added 3lb may not stop him repeating the feat here. Agostino could surprise a few on his second start after being gelded.

Tricky stuff, with CUBAN GREY fancied to resume winning ways after another good run at Brighton. Unlimited Data scored in a nursery when last seen and can be competitive again. Victors Dream is a potential improver now handicapping for Marco Botti.

This can go to CUBAN GREY who has been running well on turf and the AW lately. Fellow C&D winner Unlimited Data is the main danger.


14:15 Punchestown Maiden Hurdle 16f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (14) Night Sparkle (1.25/1 +38%)
Night Sparkle

1.25/1(+38%)
(14) Night Sparkle 1.25/1, Twice-raced maiden over hurdles. Fairly useful winner at 14f on flat. 18/1, fifth of 9 in novice hurdle at this course (16f, good to soft) 25 days ago, unable to sustain effort.
Third at Naas in March but was below that level in stronger company at Punchestown.
2
2nd (6) Mister Wilson (4.5/1 -29%)
Mister Wilson

4.5/1(-29%)
(6) Mister Wilson 4.5/1, Fair hurdler. Creditable third of 14 in handicap hurdle (9/4) at Kilbeggan (16f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Likely to be in the shake-up.
Third in a pair of Kilbeggan handicaps; needs to find a bit more to take this.
3
3rd (17) Ta Na La (25/1 +50%)
Ta Na La

25/1(+50%)
(17) Ta Na La 25/1, Fair maiden on the Flat, making GB/IRE jumps debut. 4/1, sixth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (10.7f).
Flat maiden of some interest on hurdling debut and worth a market check.
4
4th (3) Darraby (14/1 -75%)
Darraby

14/1(-75%)
(3) Darraby 14/1, Once-raced maiden over hurdles. Tailed-off seventh of 8 to Gala Marceau in Grade 1 Spring Juvenile Hurdle at Leopardstown (16f, good to soft, 200/1) 108 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time. This more realistic.
Stiff task in a Grade 1 on hurdling debut; this more realistic and could run well.
5th
5th (15) River Robe (150/1 +0%)
River Robe

150/1(+0%)
(15) River Robe 150/1, Imperial Monarch filly. Dam unraced sister to smart hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 2¾m) Minella Forfitness. Wears hood.
Not a bad pedigree but best watched wearing a hood on debut.
6th
6th (12) Ashdale Flyer (14/1 -56%)
Ashdale Flyer

14/1(-56%)
(12) Ashdale Flyer 14/1, €62,000 3-y-o, Walk In The Park filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Killer Miller and bumper winner/fair hurdler Miss Cognac. Yard in form. Check the betting.
By a top sire and cost 62,000euros as a 3yo; check for market strength on debut.
7th
7th (16) Steps In The Sand (200/1 +0%)
Steps In The Sand

200/1(+0%)
(16) Steps In The Sand 200/1, Modest Flat winner. Twice-raced maiden over hurdles. Fourteenth of 15 in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, good to soft, 125/1) 104 days ago.
Dundalk claimer winner has been poor in two hurdle starts.
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8th (9) Pride Of Place (100/1 -150%)
Pride Of Place

100/1(-150%)
(9) Pride Of Place 100/1, Getaway gelding. Dam (h124), 2½m hurdle winner (stayed 2¾m), half-sister to useful chaser (stayed 3¼m) On The Fringe.
By a quality sire and from a decent damline; worth a market check on debut.
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9th (13) Joven De Corazon (200/1 -33%)
Joven De Corazon

200/1(-33%)
(13) Joven De Corazon 200/1, Modest maiden on the Flat. Thrice-raced maiden. Eleventh of 16 in juvenile hurdle (200/1) at Cork (16.8f, good to soft) 17 days ago.
Placed on the Flat at a lowly level; can't be fancied on hurdles form.
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|F| (5) I Owe You One (66/1 -100%)
I Owe You One

66/1(-100%)
(5) I Owe You One 66/1, Once-raced maiden. 12/1, tenth of 12 in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 32 days ago.
Well beaten after making a bad early mistake on debut in a Kilbeggan maiden hurdle.
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|U| (2) Boher Road (1.2/1 +20%)
Boher Road

1.2/1(+20%)
(2) Boher Road 1.2/1, Fairly useful Flat winner. Promising type. Fairly useful winner at 8f on flat. Second of 16 in juvenile hurdle (28/1) at Killarney (17f, good to soft) on NH debut 9 days ago. Likely to improve. The one to beat.
Ran a fine race on hurdling debut at Killarney recently; should be a major player today.
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10th (7) Monarch Of All (80/1 -142%)
Monarch Of All

80/1(-142%)
(7) Monarch Of All 80/1, Once-raced maiden. Thirteenth of 22 in bumper at this course (16.4f, good to soft, 150/1) on NH debut 28 days ago. Makes hurdles debut.
Never dangerous in a bumper here on debut and seems best watched sent over hurdles.
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11th (10) Prince Quattro (200/1 -33%)
Prince Quattro

200/1(-33%)
(10) Prince Quattro 200/1, Twice-raced maiden under NH rules. Eleventh of 13 in juvenile hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good, 250/1) on hurdles bow 5 days ago.
Well beaten in a bumper and maiden hurdle, so best to look elsewhere.
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12th (18) Okarito River (250/1 -67%)
Okarito River

250/1(-67%)
(18) Okarito River 250/1, Twice-raced maiden. 250/1, sixteenth of 23 in juvenile hurdle at Naas (16.3f, soft) 54 days ago. RESERVE.
Beaten a long way in two maiden hurdles and can't be seriously fancied; reserve.
13th
13th (4) Gimmeago (200/1 -33%)
Gimmeago

200/1(-33%)
(4) Gimmeago 200/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 250/1, eighth of 16 in juvenile hurdle at Killarney (17f, good to soft) 9 days ago.
Down the field in three maiden hurdles and can't be seriously fancied today.
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14th (8) Our Zebo (100/1 -52%)
Our Zebo

100/1(-52%)
(8) Our Zebo 100/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 40/1, tenth of 13 in novice hurdle at Tramore (20.3f, soft) 37 days ago. Down in trip.
Tailed-off at Tramore last time and has questions to answer now.
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|PU| (1) Augeron (100/1 +0%)
Augeron

100/1(+0%)
(1) Augeron 100/1, Camelot gelding. Dam, lightly raced on Flat, half-sister to fairly useful French hurdler/chaser (19f-23f winner) Capodimonte. Wears tongue strap.
By a leading Flat sire who is capable of siring smart jumps winners; worth a market check.
LTO Selection:

14:15 Punchestown Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

BOHER ROAD won a Curragh maiden last autumn and made a bright start over hurdles at Killarney last week. The Jarlath Fahey-trained gelding made much of the running and ran quite freely, but still kept on encouragingly in the closing stages when beating all bar newcomer Custom Of The Sea. Night Sparkle is an obvious threat. He won a 1m6f handicap at Haydock last September for the Crisfords and has been switched to hurdles by current connections this year. The son of Postponed was beaten less than two lengths in a 23-runner Naas maiden and now drops in class after running in a novice here at the Festival. Mister Wilson won three times on the Flat and has been placed on his latest two outings over hurdles in Kilbeggan handicaps.

BOHER ROAD made a good start to his hurdle career when second at Killarney recently and can go one better turned out again quickly. Michael O'Callaghan's Night Sparkle can chase the selection home ahead of Mister Wilson.

Having run a stormer on hurdling debut at Killarney on return, BOHER ROAD (nap) should be able to go one better today.


14:23 Brighton Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Big Time Maybe (9/1 -200%)
Big Time Maybe

9/1(-200%)
(3) Big Time Maybe 9/1, Three-time C&D winner. Improved on recent efforts to win 8-runner handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW, 7/2) 10 days ago. 7 lb higher back on turf but leading claims all the same.
Easy winner on AW ten days ago; fully effective over C&D; major player at this level.
2
2nd (4) Master Sully (4/1 +60%)
Master Sully

4/1(+60%)
(4) Master Sully 4/1, Creditable fifth of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 22/1) 12 days ago. 0-6 on turf and, chances are, he'll come up short once more.
5f AW winner on stable debut in January; mixed bag since but holds each-way claims.
3
3rd (5) Arzaak (33/1 -175%)
Arzaak

33/1(-175%)
(5) Arzaak 33/1, C&D winner. Twenty-nine runs since last win in 2020. Seventh of 11 in handicap (14/1) at Southwell (5f) 68 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Looks vulnerable.
On a long losing run but retains ability; others stronger for win purposes.
4
4th (1) I'm Mable (5/1 +38%)
I'm Mable

5/1(+38%)
(1) I'm Mable 5/1, Creditable fifth of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW, 12/1) 27 days ago, nearest finish. Down another 2 lb and she's worthy of consideration.
Last two runs have hinted at better; drops in grade and should go well.
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5th (7) Liberty Bay (9/1 -13%)
Liberty Bay

9/1(-13%)
(7) Liberty Bay 9/1, Twenty-four runs since last win in 2021. 20/1, creditable third of 11 in handicap at this course (6f, good) 21 days ago. Another who is in with an each-way shout.
Third over 6f here three weeks ago but well positioned throughout; not sure to build on it.
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6th (6) Mr Fayez (3.5/1 +0%)
Mr Fayez

3.5/1(+0%)
(6) Mr Fayez 3.5/1, Remains a maiden after 22 Flat runs. 85/40, creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at Yarmouth (5.2f, soft) 28 days ago. Live each-way chance off the same mark.
22-race maiden who has failed his backers on a few occasions; has ability but risky.
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7th (8) Mr Pc (4.5/1 +55%)
Mr Pc

4.5/1(+55%)
(8) Mr Pc 4.5/1, One win from 24 Flat runs. Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Fifth of 11 in handicap at this course (6f, good, 10/1) 21 days ago. Probably best to look elsewhere in search of the likely winner.
Has run well here before but he's hard to win with and hasn't been at his best this year.
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8th (2) Hey Ho Let's Go (18/1 -50%)
Hey Ho Let's Go

18/1(-50%)
(2) Hey Ho Let's Go 18/1, Fifth of 6 in handicap (11/2) at this C&D (good) 31 days ago. Every chance if back to best but there's no real reason to anticipate a return to form.
Had a good 2022 campaign; quiet this season but down in grade and could revive.
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9th (9) Georgia Madeleine (11/1 -47%)
Georgia Madeleine

11/1(-47%)
(9) Georgia Madeleine 11/1, C&D winner. Third of 4 in minor event (10/11) at Lingfield (5f, AW). Off 130 days but won't be far away if she's fully tuned-up.
C&D winner on her nursery debut in August; not progressed since and off for four months.
LTO Selection:

14:23 Brighton Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Previous C&D winner Arzaak is dangerous to rule out from a basement rating and could be revitalised by visiting this old stomping ground, while similar comments apply to Big Time Maybe, who has already won here three times and might not be too inconvenienced running off 7lb higher than for his Lingfield success from 10 days ago. However, the vote goes to LIBERTY BAY, who is fully 24lb lower than her last winning mark and is too tempting to pass up on these terms.

The vote goes to BIG TIME MAYBE, who has bagged three C&D handicaps from eight visits to this course and looked on good terms with himself when striking on the all-weather recently. Georgia Madeleine is appealing back at the scene of her breakthrough success last summer and is next on the list ahead of I'm Mable.

Big Time Maybe is solid but I'M MABLE (nap) has dropped in the weights and her last two runs have both been promising.


14:30 Huntingdon Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Madiba Passion (4/1 -33%)
Madiba Passion

4/1(-33%)
(4) Madiba Passion 4/1, Ran creditably twice prior to being pulled up at Ffos Las a fortnight ago. No surprise if he bounces back and experience should count for plenty.
Not at best on latest outing but runner-up in two good-ground chases this year; respected.
2
2nd (3) Magistrato (1.5/1 +40%)
Magistrato

1.5/1(+40%)
(3) Magistrato 1.5/1, Fairly useful winning juvenile hurdler in 2021-22. Not in same form since but can't be ruled out starting out over fences in a race of this nature.
Pulled up after racing too freely in both hurdles this year; looks risky on chase debut.
3
3rd (1) Sofia's Rock (20/1 +0%)
Sofia's Rock

20/1(+0%)
(1) Sofia's Rock 20/1, Suited by sharp 2m at Market Rasen when notching third win of 2022 in a seller last August. Shaped as if better for run at Kempton last month and can't be completely dismissed on chase debut.
Well beaten on both hurdling starts for stable; now makes rather belated chase debut.
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|F| (2) Call Me Tara (1.25/1 -37%)
Call Me Tara

1.25/1(-37%)
(2) Call Me Tara 1.25/1, Dual winner over hurdles who improved again when third in a novice at Ludlow last month. Should take to chasing and boasts solid claims.
2-4 in novice hurdles last season; should have improvement to come in handicap chases.
LTO Selection:

14:30 Huntingdon Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

The fact Paul Nicholls is persevering with Magistrato could prove to be significant and the gelding might come into his own now he is sent chasing, while Call Me Tara returned from a 209-day break with a solid effort in a novices' hurdle at Ludlow last month and, with the tongue-tie retained, he might also find more now switched to the larger obstacles. However, MADIBA PASSION has an edge in terms of experience in this discipline and, getting weight from the rest, he is the percentage call.

CALL ME TARA has made an excellent start over hurdles and appeals as the type to be at least as good over fences, so she's preferred to Madiba Passion, who may well bounce back from a poor showing. Magistrato is also on the radar.


14:40 Wolverhampton 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 (7) You're Cool (10/1 -33%)
You're Cool

10/1(-33%)
(7) You're Cool 10/1, 8-time C&D winner. 11/2, bit below form fourth of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 73 days ago. Can't be discounted around here.
Nine course wins and still capable at this level, but may just need this after 73 days off.
2
2nd (3) Street Life (4/1 +53%)
Street Life

4/1(+53%)
(3) Street Life 4/1, C&D winner. Thirteenth of 16 in handicap at Haydock (6f, good to firm, 20/1) 24 days ago.
C&D winner who has dropped 2lb below his last winning mark; one for the shortlist.
3
3rd (6) Apache Star (4/1 -14%)
Apache Star

4/1(-14%)
(6) Apache Star 4/1, Fifth of 7 in handicap (5/1) at Southwell (5f) 15 days ago, finishing with running left. Poor strike rate but his only win came here and that last run was promising.
No luck at Southwell last time, but isn't the easiest and looks better over 6f.
4
4th (1) Caribbean Sunset (3.5/1 +22%)
Caribbean Sunset

3.5/1(+22%)
(1) Caribbean Sunset 3.5/1, 13/2, eighth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 14 days ago, not knocked about. Evidently hard to train but shaped as if retaining ability after 14 months off and has wins in him if standing up to more racing.
Lightly raced since his successful debut in November 2020; something to prove.
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5th (5) Red Walls (4/1 +20%)
Red Walls

4/1(+20%)
(5) Red Walls 4/1, 3-time C&D winner. Fourth of 6 in handicap (13/2) at Chelmsford City (5f) 12 days ago. Visor on 1st time.
Three-time C&D winner who has dropped 2lb below his last winning mark; visor on.
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6th (8) Next Second (33/1 -106%)
Next Second

33/1(-106%)
(8) Next Second 33/1, C&D winner. 10/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at this C&D 21 days ago.
Both wins from the front over C&D last summer, but hasn't come close to that form since.
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7th (2) Forca Brasil (5/1 -67%)
Forca Brasil

5/1(-67%)
(2) Forca Brasil 5/1, Won on debut for this yard (good 5f event at the 2021 Craven Meeting). Little to write home about since (trained in Ireland last year), hooded for 1st time, sixth of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 9/2) 19 days ago. Blinkers back on.
Abbreviated career since his successful 2yo debut in April 2021 and has enough to prove.
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8th (4) Animist (40/1 -150%)
Animist

40/1(-150%)
(4) Animist 40/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 10/1, first run since leaving John Gallagher when last of 3 in minor event at this C&D 24 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Has work to do.
Hard to know what he achieved when last of three after a long absence here last month.
LTO Selection:

14:40 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Animist has to be of interest despite finishing last of three on his first start since October 2021, but he will need to improve if he wants to get to the front where it matters most. RED WALLS was beaten less than two lengths off 2lb higher at Chelmsford on his last start when possibly sent to the front too soon, but a first-time visor could help his focus and that might see him win for the sixth time. Apache Star and You're Cool are others to consider.

APACHE STAR shaped well at Southwell and looks the way to go. You're Cool can never be discounted around here, while Caribbean Sunset has wins in him if standing up to more racing.

This can go to the newly visored RED WALLS who has gained three of his five wins over C&D and is 2lb below his last winning mark.


14:45 Punchestown Maiden Hurdle 16f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) Horantzau D'airy (0.17/1 +68%)
Horantzau D'airy

0.17/1(+68%)
(6) Horantzau D'airy 0.17/1, Useful hurdler. Creditable fourth of 18 in handicap hurdle (10/1) at this course (19.1f, good to soft) 24 days ago. Yard in good form. Can open his account for Willie Mullins.
Fine efforts in defeat in valuable handicaps at Fairyhouse and Punchestown; should win.
2
2nd (10) Striking (5/1 +17%)
Striking

5/1(+17%)
(10) Striking 5/1, Promising individual. Twelfth of 19 in handicap at Navan (13f, soft, 7/4) 10 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Fairly useful hurdler, excellent on last hurdle outing. Open to progress.
Recent Flat winner was previously second in a Fairyhouse maiden hurdle; can go well.
3
3rd (5) Foxfire Glow (12/1 -71%)
Foxfire Glow

12/1(-71%)
(5) Foxfire Glow 12/1, Fair hurdler. Fourteenth of 27 in novice hurdle at Leopardstown (16f, soft, 11/1) 148 days ago. Place claims.
Has ability but disappointed at Leopardstown last time; capable of better so not ruled out.
4
4th (7) Humanitarian (22/1 -38%)
Humanitarian

22/1(-38%)
(7) Humanitarian 22/1, Twice-raced maiden over hurdles. Third of 15 in novice hurdle (150/1) at Ballinrobe (16.6f, good to soft) 21 days ago.
Much-improved on second hurdle start at Ballinrobe and can run another solid race today.
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5th (11) Talk Of The Town (20/1 +20%)
Talk Of The Town

20/1(+20%)
(11) Talk Of The Town 20/1, Lightly-raced winner under NH rules. Off 8 months. Down in trip. First run for yard after leaving Nigel Slevin.
Second in a Sligo maiden hurdle in 2020 for Gordon Elliott; pulled-up when last seen.
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6th (2) Dalvey (33/1 -32%)
Dalvey

33/1(-32%)
(2) Dalvey 33/1, Fairly useful Flat winner. Twice-raced maiden over hurdles. Seventh of 9 in handicap (18/1) at Sligo (10.4f, good to soft) 7 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Poor on last hurdle run.
Flat winner was well beaten in two hurdle starts and others make more appeal.
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7th (3) Electric Eddy (80/1 -100%)
Electric Eddy

80/1(-100%)
(3) Electric Eddy 80/1, Mount Nelson gelding. Dam (h140) bumper/2m-21f hurdle winner, also 1½m-2m winner on Flat.
Nicely-bred sort could run respectably on debut.
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8th (14) The Peckhampouncer (125/1 -25%)
The Peckhampouncer

125/1(-25%)
(14) The Peckhampouncer 125/1, Modest Flat winner, making GB/IRE jumps debut. Fourteenth of 16 in handicap (50/1) at Gowran (8f, good to soft) 20 days ago, slowly away. Tongue strap on for 1st time in this code.
Dual sprint winner appeared to stay 1m2f at Dundalk but makes little appeal hurdling.
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9th (12) Temptation Time (100/1 -52%)
Temptation Time

100/1(-52%)
(12) Temptation Time 100/1, Markaz gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Bashful Boy. Dam winner on Flat in USA.
Flat-bred 7,500euros yearling is best watched for future reference.
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10th (13) That's About Right (80/1 +20%)
That's About Right

80/1(+20%)
(13) That's About Right 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 150/1, twelfth of 19 in novice hurdle at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft) 22 days ago.
Well held in bumpers and maiden hurdles, so will be of more interest in handicaps.
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11th (1) Alkajack (20/1 +70%)
Alkajack

20/1(+70%)
(1) Alkajack 20/1, Alkaadhem gelding. Dam fairly useful 4¼m cross-country chase winner.
Was fourth in a point' in April but pulled-up either side of that; questions to answer.
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12th (16) Mille Miglia (150/1 +0%)
Mille Miglia

150/1(+0%)
(16) Mille Miglia 150/1, Once-raced maiden over hurdles. Tongue strap on for 1st time, first run since leaving Clive Cox when last of 21 in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, good to soft, 200/1) on NH debut 44 days ago.
Three-time Flat winner didn't jump well when tailed-off on hurdling debut.
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13th (9) My Kurkum (100/1 -203%)
My Kurkum

100/1(-203%)
(9) My Kurkum 100/1, Fairly useful Flat winner, making GB/IRE jumps debut. Fourteenth of 15 in handicap at Vichy (9.9f, soft, 32/10). Off 7 months. First run for yard after leaving E. J. O'Neill.
Dual winner in France; check the market for clues on hurdle/stable debut.
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14th (4) Fox Leicester (80/1 -60%)
Fox Leicester

80/1(-60%)
(4) Fox Leicester 80/1, Fair Flat winner, making GB/IRE jumps debut. 8/1, tenth of 13 in handicap at Dundalk (7f).
Six-time Flat winner makes a belated start over hurdles but is best watched.
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15th (15) Dugort Bay (150/1 +0%)
Dugort Bay

150/1(+0%)
(15) Dugort Bay 150/1, Twice-raced maiden. Last of 10 in bumper (25/1) at Roscommon (15.4f, good). Off 7 months. Makes hurdles debut.
Some promise on the first of two bumper starts last year; can only be watched.
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16th (17) Ar Aghaidh (200/1 -33%)
Ar Aghaidh

200/1(-33%)
(17) Ar Aghaidh 200/1, Ocovango mare. Dam dual point winner. RESERVE.
Mild promise in two points' but will have to improve plenty on rules debut; reserve.
LTO Selection:

14:45 Punchestown Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

HORANTZAU D'AIRY won on the Flat in France as a three-year-old and this looks a good opportunity to open his account over hurdles following a list of placed efforts. The Willie Mullins-trained gelding reappeared after a lengthy layoff to fill the runner-up spot twice in maidens and has run well on both outings since in valuable handicaps. Striking was second to Golf Marin in a 21-runner maiden at the Fairyhouse Easter meeting before winning in good style on the Flat at Gowran. Foxfire Glow was an expensive purchase in France but hasn't lived up to expectations in two outings for current connections. Lahinch Three won a Kilbeggan bumper on debut and was placed a couple of times over hurdles, but was soundly beaten when reappearing after an 18-month absence here at the Festival.

The useful HORANTZAU D'AIRY sets a clear standard and can open his account in this sphere. Striking and Foxfire Glow can place.

Placed in valuable handicap hurdles at Fairyhouse and Punchestown recently, HORANTZAU D'AIRY should win this.


14:53 Brighton Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 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 (5) Freetodream (4/1 +43%)
Freetodream

4/1(+43%)
(5) Freetodream 4/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Respectable sixth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (7f, 15/2) 13 days ago. One of the likelier contenders.
Couldn't land a blow on his reappearance at Kempton two weeks ago; needs improvement.
2
2nd (6) Island Native (6/1 +50%)
Island Native

6/1(+50%)
(6) Island Native 6/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Fifth of 8 in minor event (150/1) at Salisbury (7f, good to soft) 19 days ago. May do better now sent handicapping.
Looks a likely improver now handicapping at a low level; one to consider.
3
3rd (4) All Dunn (7.5/1 -114%)
All Dunn

7.5/1(-114%)
(4) All Dunn 7.5/1, 3 wins from 7 runs this year. Back from 10 weeks off when very good second of 10 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 15 days ago. Just 1 lb higher now, returned to turf, and must enter calculations.
Three AW wins this year and ran a cracker behind a rapid improver latest; major player.
4
4th (13) The Game Is Up (80/1 -60%)
The Game Is Up

80/1(-60%)
(13) The Game Is Up 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Seventh of 9 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, heavy, 40/1) 29 days ago. Makes limited appeal. 1 lb out of the weights.
She hasn't beaten many rivals in her five starts and is difficult to recommend at present.
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5th (7) Ceilidh (16/1 -45%)
Ceilidh

16/1(-45%)
(7) Ceilidh 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 80/1, last of 13 in minor event at Southwell (7.1f). Off 168 days. Blinkered for 1st time. Improvement required on handicap debut. Gelded since last seen.
Poor form last season but not unreasonable to expect better now handicapping in headgear.
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6th (14) Craggy Range (14/1 -56%)
Craggy Range

14/1(-56%)
(14) Craggy Range 14/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eighth of 10 in maiden (80/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 66 days ago. May do better now sent handicapping. 1 lb out of the weights. Had wind operation.
Poor form in three runs over 6f-1m; had two wind ops already; risky on handicap debut.
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7th (10) She's A Mirage (5/1 +38%)
She's A Mirage

5/1(+38%)
(10) She's A Mirage 5/1, Sixth of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 8/1) 21 days ago, worst of draw. Enters calculations.
15-race maiden; still to establish her optimum trip and vulnerable despite reduced mark.
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8th (12) Deep Spirit (33/1 -106%)
Deep Spirit

33/1(-106%)
(12) Deep Spirit 33/1, 7/1, last of 6 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, heavy) 15 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.
Some fair AW form this year but ran poorly, albeit on slow ground, last time.
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9th (3) Silks Graphite (16/1 -60%)
Silks Graphite

16/1(-60%)
(3) Silks Graphite 16/1, Blinkered for 1st time, seventh of 10 in seller (13/2) at Beverley (5f, good) 7 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Needs a couple of these to falter.
Below par in a 5f seller last week; one 6f run that gives him claims but looks opposable.
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10th (8) White Mist (14/1 -27%)
White Mist

14/1(-27%)
(8) White Mist 14/1, Left yard debut form behind when good third of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 21 days ago. 2 lb lower now and is one for the shortlist.
Improved 3rd at Wolverhampton latest when tried in a tongue-tie; more to come; shortlisted.
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11th (1) Havechatma (6/1 +50%)
Havechatma

6/1(+50%)
(1) Havechatma 6/1, Ninth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (7f, 40/1) 13 days ago. Work to do.
Has a squeak on her best form but that has come on good to soft.
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12th (11) Regal Glory (8.5/1 +47%)
Regal Glory

8.5/1(+47%)
(11) Regal Glory 8.5/1, Winner at Lingfield in December. 20/1, below form eighth of 17 in handicap at Bath (5.7f, soft) 46 days ago. Back up in trip. Others preferred.
In good form on AW this winter, winning over 7f; ignore last time; can go well.
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13th (2) River Naver (25/1 -257%)
River Naver

25/1(-257%)
(2) River Naver 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 18/1, respectable third of 6 in handicap at Nottingham (6.1f, heavy) 21 days ago. More needed to take a hand here.
No great impact in two sprint handicaps for this yard; better ground and 7f may help.
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14th (9) Darlo Pride (33/1 +0%)
Darlo Pride

33/1(+0%)
(9) Darlo Pride 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 250/1, eleventh of 12 in minor event at Lingfield (8f, AW) 59 days ago. Work to do on handicap debut.
Minor promise in 3 AW runs this year; more realistic task on handicap debut; check betting.
LTO Selection:

14:53 Brighton Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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

All Dunn is respected on his peak all-weather form but, as his two previous outings on turf left something be desired, he is reluctantly passed over in favour of the unexposed ISLAND NATIVE, who debuts in a handicap from a very workable mark. The son of Caravaggio does need to step up on what he's shown so far but he has bags of scope and could provide a bit of value in a weak-looking race. River Naver and White Mist are others to consider.

ALL DUNN found further improvement when runner-up at Southwell earlier this month and remains feasibly treated. He gets the nod. White Mist and Freetodream can also make their presence felt.

White Mist ran well last time but ALL DUNN has made good progress on AW this year and he bumped into one at Southwell last time.


15:00 Huntingdon Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Symphorine (2/1 +78%)
Symphorine

2/1(+78%)
(2) Symphorine 2/1, Visored for first time when taking 7-runner novice selling hurdle at Exeter (18.5f, soft) last month. However, put in her place returned to handicap company next time and she's likely to find a few too good here, too.
Won a seller last month but safely held in a subsequent handicap; others preferred.
2
2nd (4) Masked Dance (11/1 +50%)
Masked Dance

11/1(+50%)
(4) Masked Dance 11/1, Made the frame both starts in bumpers and showed ability on hurdles bow when third of 11 in mares' maiden at Southwell in November. However, has failed to build on that since (unseated early on at Ludlow last time) and it's probably best to look elsewhere.
Placed on hurdling debut in November but is yet to build on that performance.
3
3rd (8) Well Done Dani (3.5/1 -5%)
Well Done Dani

3.5/1(-5%)
(8) Well Done Dani 3.5/1, Placed 3 times during the autumn and improved when opening her account on the back of a break/wind op at Southwell (15.8f, good to soft) last month. 5 lb rise isn't the end of the world and she will be a danger to all if able to build on that.
Returned from break with a win last month and has pretty solid claims.
4
4th (11) Vision Of Hope (9/1 +36%)
Vision Of Hope

9/1(+36%)
(11) Vision Of Hope 9/1, Won 2 of her 5 starts on the Flat for George Boughey but too headstrong on each of her 3 starts over hurdles, including on debut for this yard at Worcester recently. Will need to settle better if she's to make an impact on this handicap bow.
Dual AW winner but has tended to race too freely over hurdles; handicap debut today.
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5th (10) Only Fools (12/1 -260%)
Only Fools

12/1(-260%)
(10) Only Fools 12/1, Fair Flat winner in France who hasn't shown much in 3 starts over hurdles but improvement is likely now moving into handicap company off a lowly opening mark. One to monitor closely in the betting.
Dual Flat winner in France; no hurdling promise as year but has lowly opening mark.
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6th (1) Ayr Of Elegance (12/1 -9%)
Ayr Of Elegance

12/1(-9%)
(1) Ayr Of Elegance 12/1, Below par since landing an 18.7f Stratford handicap (good) last summer but has slipped back to that winning mark and drying ground in her favour. One to consider with last month's spin back at Stratford (first run for 6 months) under her belt.
Ran okay last month, after a break, and is now back on her last winning mark.
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7th (5) Qoya (4/1 -60%)
Qoya

4/1(-60%)
(5) Qoya 4/1, Fairly useful on Flat for William Haggas (successful twice at up to 1¾m in 2022) and showed promise on hurdles bow at Ffos Las in January. No progress in 2 subsequent starts but this 4-y-o could be about to take a step forward now pitched into a handicap in this sphere.
Fairly useful Flat-racer; placed over C&D over hurdles; now makes handicap hurdle debut.
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8th (7) Coastal Sun (22/1 +12%)
Coastal Sun

22/1(+12%)
(7) Coastal Sun 22/1, Sole success from 9 hurdles starts was gained in a Ludlow claimer for Alastair Ralph in November and she was pulled up starting out for this yard at Fakenham last month. Since undergone a wind op.
Won very modest claimer in the autumn but pulled up in a handicap on recent stable debut.
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9th (6) Eventful (25/1 -14%)
Eventful

25/1(-14%)
(6) Eventful 25/1, Off the mark over hurdles at Plumpton early last year and added to her tally back from a break at Southwell (15.8f, good) in November. Struggled both runs since, though, and will need to bounce back if she's to have a say in the finish.
Won in the autumn but below that form on both starts this year; back from break today.
|PU|
|PU| (9) Ceci Wells (40/1 -150%)
Ceci Wells

40/1(-150%)
(9) Ceci Wells 40/1, Little solid form on the level and has fared no better in 3 starts over hurdles. Needs to raise her game now tried in a handicap in this sphere.
Made a lot of the running when fourth in Plumpon novice last month; handicap debut today.
LTO Selection:

15:00 Huntingdon Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

QOYA has shown promise since switching codes and is taken to build on what was a highly encouraging effort when she finished third in a juvenile hurdle over C&D last time out. The terms of this race gives her a sound chance at the weights and a breakthrough success is a distinct possibility. Well Done Dani showed some improvement to win at Southwell on her first start back after a wind operation and is feared most. Ceci Wells and Ayr Of Elegance complete the shortlist.

QOYA and Only Fools are both of strong interest now handicapping in this sphere and, armed with their 4-y-o allowances, they could be the pair to focus on. Marginal preference is for the former, who did pretty well on the level for William Haggas last year and it was a decent mares' novice at Ffos Las in which she was fourth on her hurdles debut in January. Well Done Dani and Ayr of Elegance are others to consider.


15:10 Wolverhampton Stakes (Class 5) 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 (3) Owl Island (1.25/1 +38%)
Owl Island

1.25/1(+38%)
(3) Owl Island 1.25/1, Promising sort. 10/3, won 7-runner minor event at Chelmsford City (7f) on debut 12 days ago by length from Profit Given, bit in hand. More to come.
Beat Profit Given by a length on his Chelmsford debut; should improve.
2
2nd (2) Eden Storm (3.5/1 -17%)
Eden Storm

3.5/1(-17%)
(2) Eden Storm 3.5/1, Won 9-runner minor event (9/4) at this C&D 28 days ago. That form isn't great but he can progress again provided he becomes more polished.
Off the mark over C&D last month despite hanging; high on the list.
3
3rd (11) Sail On Silverbird (25/1 +38%)
Sail On Silverbird

25/1(+38%)
(11) Sail On Silverbird 25/1, Twice-raced maiden. Sixth of 7 in minor event at this course (8.6f, 12/1) 38 days ago.
Promising third on her debut at Kempton last autumn, but well held here on her return.
4
4th (5) Profit Given (11/1 -38%)
Profit Given

11/1(-38%)
(5) Profit Given 11/1, Twice-raced maiden. 12/1, length second of 7 to Owl Island in minor event at Chelmsford City (7f) 12 days ago, clear of rest. One to note.
A length behind Owl Island last time and better off at the weights; shouldn't be far away.
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5th (4) Aim For The Moon (28/1 -180%)
Aim For The Moon

28/1(-180%)
(4) Aim For The Moon 28/1, Twice-raced maiden. 100/1, second of 13 in maiden at Kempton (7f) 20 days ago, finishing well. Can win races on that evidence.
Beaten a head at Kempton on her second start and should win races, but is drawn wide.
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6th (12) Tangled In Time (40/1 -122%)
Tangled In Time

40/1(-122%)
(12) Tangled In Time 40/1, Once-raced maiden. 66/1, sixth of 10 in maiden at Newbury (6f, good) on debut, slowly away. Off 9 months. First run for yard after leaving Richard Hannon. Should progress.
Not without promise in one start for Richard Hannon last year; watch market.
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7th (9) Story Of Peace (10/1 -18%)
Story Of Peace

10/1(-18%)
(9) Story Of Peace 10/1, Twice-raced maiden. 14/1, second of 8 in maiden at Leicester (7f, heavy) 10 days ago, looking much sharper. Could progress further.
Improved from his debut when a close second at Leicester last time, but drawn widest.
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8th (10) Moralisa (10/1 +38%)
Moralisa

10/1(+38%)
(10) Moralisa 10/1, Promising sort. 8/1, second of 11 in novice event at Newcastle (6f) on debut in September. Open to improvement with that experience behind her.
Runner-up on her Newcastle debut last autumn, but form is nothing special.
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9th (7) Island Luck (5.5/1 +8%)
Island Luck

5.5/1(+8%)
(7) Island Luck 5.5/1, £105,000 yearling out of useful 5f/6f winner (including at 2 yrs) out of close relative of King Edward VII Stakes winner Across The Stars and half-sister to smart winner up to 1½m Bronze Cannon. Appealing pedigree and one to consider on debut.
Well-bred newcomer, but could have been drawn better; watch market.
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10th (6) All Inclusive (150/1 -50%)
All Inclusive

150/1(-50%)
(6) All Inclusive 150/1, Twice-raced maiden. 50/1, twelfth of 15 in maiden at Doncaster (7f, heavy) 25 days ago.
Well held in both starts 187 days apart; looks one for handicaps after this.
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11th (8) Queensland Boy (150/1 -127%)
Queensland Boy

150/1(-127%)
(8) Queensland Boy 150/1, 16/1, seventh of 9 in maiden at Pontefract (8f, good to soft) on debut 20 days ago, slowly away.
Well held on his Pontefract debut; looks one for handicaps in due course.
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12th (1) Gautrey (100/1 +0%)
Gautrey

100/1(+0%)
(1) Gautrey 100/1, Fifth of 6 in minor event at this course (8.6f, 80/1) on debut 24 days ago. Will make more appeal in handicaps.
Well held on his debut over further here; looks one for handicaps.
LTO Selection:

15:10 Wolverhampton Stakes (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow

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

Owl Island made a winning debut at Chelmsford 12 days ago, when receiving 7lb from Profit Given (second). An 8lb swing in the weights could see Ismail Mohammed's filly close the gap today, but EDEN STORM is taken to come out on top. The son of Starspangledbanner was a comfortable winner over C&D last month, despite showing clear signs of inexperience, and he could double up with improvement likely. Island Luck represents the powerful Qatar Racing juggernaut and is worth monitoring in the betting ahead of his debut.

There is more to come from Chelmsford winner OWL ISLAND and he can make it 2-2. Story of Peace could make it a 1-2 for the stable. Island Luck is an interesting newcomer.

The vote goes to EDEN STORM who would have won by further over C&D last month had he not hung both ways up the straight.


15:15 Punchestown Maiden Hurdle 16f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (17) Barry Lyndon (40/1 -60%)
Barry Lyndon

40/1(-60%)
(17) Barry Lyndon 40/1, Imperial Monarch gelding. Dam well held in bumper but related to winners. Makes debut. RESERVE
Unsold for 7,500euros as a 3yo; best watched; reserve.
2
2nd (3) Extrapolation (4/1 +0%)
Extrapolation

4/1(+0%)
(3) Extrapolation 4/1, Thrice-raced winner in bumpers. Fairly useful winner at 17f in bumpers. 3/1, won 7-runner bumper at Downpatrick (17.4f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Respected.
Point' winner won a Downpatrick bumper last time; has to be respected on hurdling debut.
3
3rd (10) Sign From Above (2.75/1 +8%)
Sign From Above

2.75/1(+8%)
(10) Sign From Above 2.75/1, Fair Flat winner. Thrice-raced maiden over hurdles. 11/4, third of 19 in novice hurdle at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft) 22 days ago, needing stronger gallop. One to consider.
Was 3/4l behind The Mediator at Down Royal last time; shouldn't be much between them today.
4
4th (2) En Or (22/1 -38%)
En Or

22/1(-38%)
(2) En Or 22/1, Fairly useful on Flat in France. First run since leaving Freddie Head when fourth of 9 in handicap at Sligo (10.4f, good to soft, 11/1) on IRE debut 7 days ago. Makes hurdle debut. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Betting should guide.
Ran a fine race in a Sligo handicap on debut for this yard; considered on hurdles debut.
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5th (8) Napper Tandy (3/1 -9%)
Napper Tandy

3/1(-9%)
(8) Napper Tandy 3/1, Once-raced maiden over hurdles. Fairly useful winner at 12f on flat. 28/1, first run since leaving Andrew Balding when second of 15 in novice hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, soft) on NH debut 12 days ago.
Second in a Clonmel maiden hurdle on recent stable debut; should have improved from that.
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6th (9) Rockview Roman (50/1 -25%)
Rockview Roman

50/1(-25%)
(9) Rockview Roman 50/1, Twice-raced maiden over hurdles. Modest winner at 11f on flat. Twelfth of 15 in handicap at Cork (10.1f, good, 13/2) 6 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. 10/21 on last hurdle run.
Showed some ability on second hurdling start and is capable of running a decent race.
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7th (12) The Mediator (1.62/1 +14%)
The Mediator

1.62/1(+14%)
(12) The Mediator 1.62/1, Bumper winner. Runner-up on 2 of 3 starts over hurdles. Leading claims for top stable.
Runner-up at Down Royal last time, just in front of Sign From Above; make a bold bid today.
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8th (1) Colonel Bellew (28/1 -12%)
Colonel Bellew

28/1(-12%)
(1) Colonel Bellew 28/1, Twice-raced maiden. 8/1, pulled up in bumper at Limerick (16f, heavy). Off 17 months. Makes hurdles debut. First run for yard after leaving Joseph Patrick O'Brien. Yard having good spell.
Twice disappointed in bumpers in 2021, though had an excuse on debut; needs a market check.
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9th (14) Toor Moon (50/1 +24%)
Toor Moon

50/1(+24%)
(14) Toor Moon 50/1, Modest hurdler. 8/1, fell in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (16f, good to soft) 11 days ago.
Fourth in a Wexford maiden hurdle but has to bounce back from a Kilbeggan fall.
|U|
|U| (16) Valiant Star (125/1 -25%)
Valiant Star

125/1(-25%)
(16) Valiant Star 125/1, Hillstar gelding. Dam (h75), lightly raced over hurdles, 1¼m winner on Flat, half-sister to useful hurdler (2m winner) What's The Verdict. Third on completed start in points (Apr 30).
Third in a Dromahane maiden point' recently but will have to find plenty of improvement.
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10th (6) Kilkee Royal (80/1 -60%)
Kilkee Royal

80/1(-60%)
(6) Kilkee Royal 80/1, Once-raced maiden. 33/1, tenth of 19 in novice hurdle at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft) on NH debut 22 days ago.
Didn't run badly in a Down Royal hurdle on rules debut; has to improve plenty.
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11th (11) Some Bro (66/1 +0%)
Some Bro

66/1(+0%)
(11) Some Bro 66/1, Sageburg gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 2½m) Some Tikket. Fell on point debut this month.
Fell on recent point' debut and will likely improve for this rules bow.
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12th (4) I See You Now (66/1 -65%)
I See You Now

66/1(-65%)
(4) I See You Now 66/1, Winning pointer, pulled up last time (Apr 29). Betting should guide now hurdling.
Winner of 1-6 in points' and will have to improve plenty for rules debut.
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13th (5) Kalsman (250/1 -25%)
Kalsman

250/1(-25%)
(5) Kalsman 250/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 250/1, fell in novice hurdle at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft) on hurdles bow 22 days ago.
Well-held on all rules starts and passed over.
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14th (13) Tomannie (200/1 +20%)
Tomannie

200/1(+20%)
(13) Tomannie 200/1, Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. Ninth of 12 in novice hurdle (200/1) at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Back down in trip.
Little sign of ability in three starts and passed over.
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15th (7) Knock Flyer (250/1 -25%)
Knock Flyer

250/1(-25%)
(7) Knock Flyer 250/1, Modest maiden on the Flat. Once-raced maiden. Twelfth of 13 in novice hurdle (250/1) at Kilbeggan (15f, good to soft) on NH debut 33 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time in this code.
Poor Flat sort was well beaten on hurdles debut and can't be fancied.
LTO Selection:

15:15 Punchestown Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

NAPPER TANDY won twice on the Flat for Andrew Balding, including off a rating of 84, and was friendless in the market when making a very promising start over hurdles at Clonmel recently. He jumped well when runner-up to the well-backed Evesham Road and should progress as that was his first outing in eight months. There isn't much to choose between The Mediator and Sign From Above, who filled the minor places behind Top Speed in a 19-runner maiden at Down Royal earlier this month. Point-to-point winner Extrapolation won a bumper in good style at Downpatrick recently and is an interesting recruit to hurdles.

A repeat of the form THE MEDIATOR showed when runner-up at Down Royal 3 weeks ago might be good enough to see him go one better here. Sign From Above and Napper Tandy should be involved in the battle for minor honours along with bumper winner Extrapolation.

With improvement likely from his Down Royal runner-up effort, THE MEDIATOR should confirm form with Sign From Above


15:23 Brighton Handicap (Class 6) 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 (9) Diamond Cottage (4/1 +43%)
Diamond Cottage

4/1(+43%)
(9) Diamond Cottage 4/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in April. 13/2, below form sixth of 13 in handicap at Bath (5.7f, good to firm) 6 days ago, never nearer. Back up in trip and she's one to consider.
C&D winner in April; things didn't go to plan dropped in trip latest; this more suitable.
2
2nd (1) King Of War (10/1 +9%)
King Of War

10/1(+9%)
(1) King Of War 10/1, C&D winner. Eighth of 9 in handicap at this C&D (good, 25/1) 21 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
C&D winner last summer; well held in both runs this year; down in class but risky.
3
3rd (7) Fieldsman (6/1 -20%)
Fieldsman

6/1(-20%)
(7) Fieldsman 6/1, C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 12/1, good second of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 11 days ago. Not getting any younger but couldn't rule out all the same.
Good course record and he ran well at Wolverhampton latest; shouldn't be far away.
4
4th (8) Spirit Warning (16/1 -33%)
Spirit Warning

16/1(-33%)
(8) Spirit Warning 16/1, Twenty-two runs since last win in 2019. Twelfth of 14 in handicap at Goodwood (9f, good to firm, 11/1) on latest start 11 months ago. Down in trip and needs a market check for in-form yard. Blinkers on 1st time.
Well held in two runs for this yard last summer; absent since; now tried in blinkers.
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5th (4) Amathus (3.5/1 +13%)
Amathus

3.5/1(+13%)
(4) Amathus 3.5/1, C&D winner. Creditable third of 9 in handicap at this C&D (good, 16/1) 21 days ago, never nearer. Entitled to come on for that and should have a part to play off 1 lb lower, provided he breaks on terms this time.
C&D winner last summer; promising return here three weeks ago and this is a drop in class.
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6th (2) Major Gatsby (8.5/1 +39%)
Major Gatsby

8.5/1(+39%)
(2) Major Gatsby 8.5/1, C&D winner on sole previous visit here last June. Fifth of 8 in handicap (40/1) at Lingfield (7f, AW) when last seen in January but will be a threat if he puts his best foot forward.
C&D winner who was thriving in the first half of 2022; less good since August.
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7th (3) Shalfa (20/1 -135%)
Shalfa

20/1(-135%)
(3) Shalfa 20/1, C&D winner. First run since leaving Marco Botti when sixth of 7 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 14/1) 13 days ago. Opposable on the back of that effort.
C&D winner; low-key stable debut 13 days ago; blinkers back on now; not dismissed.
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8th (10) Sir Sedric (28/1 -100%)
Sir Sedric

28/1(-100%)
(10) Sir Sedric 28/1, 20/1, bit below form sixth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW). Off 101 days and cheekpieces on 1st time. Others make more appeal.
Poor strike-rate but down in the weights and latest run wasn't too bad; new headgear now.
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9th (11) Dazzerling (25/1 +38%)
Dazzerling

25/1(+38%)
(11) Dazzerling 25/1, Blinkered for 1st time, last of 6 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW, 40/1) 19 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Laura Mongan and now tried in a hood.
Inconsistent for former yard; new yard try different headgear; risks attached.
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10th (5) River Wharfe (5.5/1 -57%)
River Wharfe

5.5/1(-57%)
(5) River Wharfe 5.5/1, C&D winner. 7/1, respectable fifth of 13 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 27 days ago, never nearer. Expected to be bang there with Tom Marquand aboard.
C&D winner who comes here in fair form; each-way claims under suitable conditions.
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11th (6) Mount Mogan (12/1 +0%)
Mount Mogan

12/1(+0%)
(6) Mount Mogan 12/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 12/1, creditable third of 6 in handicap at this course (6f, good) 20 days ago. Others more persuasive from a win point of view.
Down in weights and latest 6f third here was better; easy lead unlikely this time.
LTO Selection:

15:23 Brighton Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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

MOUNT MOGAN wasn't beaten far over 6f here 20 days ago and looks worth persevering with over this longer trip, off a 2lb lower mark. Kieren O'Neil got on well with the selection that day and it would come as no surprise to see him employ more patient tactics from the saddle over this additional furlong. Several others have solid claims based on their peak performances and the likes of Fieldsman, Amathus and Diamond Cottage all warrant a second look.

RIVER WHARFE's profile is somewhat patchy but he wasn't beaten far at Lingfield last time and could be worth siding with back on turf with Tom Marquand booked. If Amathus breaks smartly and is able to build on his reappearance spin over this C&D 3 weeks ago, he will be a threat, while Diamond Cottage and Fieldsman are others worthy of mention in an open-looking race.

The return of blinkers and drop back into Class 6 company could see SHALFA record her second C&D success.


15:30 Huntingdon Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Sisterandbrother (2/1 +27%)
Sisterandbrother

2/1(+27%)
(5) Sisterandbrother 2/1, Fair winner on the Flat and offered encouragement when third in a novice at Wincanton 83 days ago. More to come with tongue tie now fitted and could land this.
2
2nd (3) Fandabidozi (6/1 +14%)
Fandabidozi

6/1(+14%)
(3) Fandabidozi 6/1, Modest staying handicapper on the Flat. Positive start over hurdles but will need to up his game to land this.
3
3rd (6) Thorpeness (40/1 +20%)
Thorpeness

40/1(+20%)
(6) Thorpeness 40/1, Has shown nothing in two bumpers and looks set for a struggle on first hurdles outing. Tongue tie goes on and has had a wind op.
4
4th (7) Uggy Uggy Uggy (10/1 +38%)
Uggy Uggy Uggy

10/1(+38%)
(7) Uggy Uggy Uggy 10/1, Down the field in a bumper and a novice hurdle at Chepstow. Looks more of a handicap type.
5th
5th (2) Buxted Too (7.5/1 +32%)
Buxted Too

7.5/1(+32%)
(2) Buxted Too 7.5/1, Borderline useful Flat winner was easy to back and ran below that level on his belated return to hurdling at Worcester recently. Brought down at Aintree since and will need to improve if he's to feature.
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6th (9) Wolf Of Oxshott (6/1 -50%)
Wolf Of Oxshott

6/1(-50%)
(9) Wolf Of Oxshott 6/1, Fair Flat winner, making GB/IRE jumps debut. Third of 6 in handicap (4/1) at Newcastle (12.4f) 21 days ago. Has a chance if he takes to hurdling.
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7th (4) Imperial Admiral (50/1 +38%)
Imperial Admiral

50/1(+38%)
(4) Imperial Admiral 50/1, Pulled up both starts prior to unseating at Ludlow 9 days ago. Unlikely to feature.
8th
8th (1) Baileys Derbyday (3.5/1 +71%)
Baileys Derbyday

3.5/1(+71%)
(1) Baileys Derbyday 3.5/1, Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 2m) and is a half-brother to useful hurdler Pilansberg. Not enough encouragement in a novice on hurdling debut at Worcester.
9th
9th (8) Love Mystery (10/1 -264%)
Love Mystery

10/1(-264%)
(8) Love Mystery 10/1, Fair maiden on the Flat, making GB/IRE jumps debut. Hooded for 1st time, tenth of 14 in handicap at Newbury (12f, good, 20/1). Off 8 months. First run for yard after leaving Andrew Balding. Has joined a good NH yard and should make an impact.
LTO Selection:

15:30 Huntingdon Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

LOVE MYSTERY was a maiden on the Flat for Andrew Balding but dropped several hints that he has the ability to pay his way and looks an interesting recruit to the jumping scene. His yard has been back among the winners lately and this looks a good starting point for the son of Frankel's NH bow. Sisterandbrother would have something to find with the selection based on Flat ratings but looks a solid alternative given his previous hurdle experience. Fandabidozi is also considered.

SISTERANDBROTHER has already scored on the Flat and showed enough on his hurdling debut to think he can land this relatively weak race. Love Mystery makes plenty of appeal and Wolf of Oxshott can't be dmissed.


15:40 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 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 (6) Written Broadcast (3.5/1 -5%)
Written Broadcast

3.5/1(-5%)
(6) Written Broadcast 3.5/1, C&D winner in March. 3/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 14 days ago, not ideally placed in a steadily-run affair. He's holding his form pretty well, so expected to be in the shake-up.
Just 3-42 but two of his wins have come on Tapeta this year, the latest over C&D.
2
2nd (5) Crystal Dawn (3.5/1 +56%)
Crystal Dawn

3.5/1(+56%)
(5) Crystal Dawn 3.5/1, C&D winner. 80/1, ran a moody race after 9 weeks off when ninth of 11 in handicap at Pontefract (8f, good to soft) 20 days ago, slowly away/hanging badly right under 2f out. Plenty to find.
Back off the same mark as when successful over C&D last autumn; could go well.
3
3rd (2) Mudlahhim (9/1 -64%)
Mudlahhim

9/1(-64%)
(2) Mudlahhim 9/1, C&D winner. Twenty one runs since last win in 2022. Ran well after just 4 days off when third of 8 in handicap (7/1) at this C&D 11 days ago. Every chance if building on that effort.
Losing run up to 21, but has run well in his last two visits here; should go well again.
4
4th (9) Pop Favorite (14/1 +30%)
Pop Favorite

14/1(+30%)
(9) Pop Favorite 14/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. 16/1, again raced way too freely when third of 8 in handicap at this course (8.6f) 8 days ago, caught final 1f having gone clear before home turn. Could be in the mix back down in trip.
Ran well when third over further here last time, but this trip looks too short for him.
5th
5th (8) No Diggity (20/1 -43%)
No Diggity

20/1(-43%)
(8) No Diggity 20/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Kempton in February. Below form on rare turf start when sixth of 10 in handicap at Yarmouth (8f, heavy, 16/1) 38 days ago.
Won a classified event at Kempton in February, but may find this company too competitive.
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6th (7) Flagman (2.75/1 +31%)
Flagman

2.75/1(+31%)
(7) Flagman 2.75/1, Winner at Kempton in May. Run best excused when ninth of 11 in handicap (10/1) at Chepstow (6.1f, good to firm) 7 days ago, racing on unfavoured far side. Makes tapeta debut and worth considering with the booking of Murphy catching the eye.
Off the mark at Kempton last month, but held next time; may be best at 6f.
7th
7th (1) Global Romance (66/1 -65%)
Global Romance

66/1(-65%)
(1) Global Romance 66/1, 40/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, offered little on first outing since leaving Chris Dwyer after 8 months off when seventh of 8 in handicap at this C&D 8 days ago. Easy to look elsewhere.
0-6 and showed little on recent stable debut over C&D; best watched for now.
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8th (4) Seas Of Elzaam (2.75/1 -22%)
Seas Of Elzaam

2.75/1(-22%)
(4) Seas Of Elzaam 2.75/1, Course winner. Respectable sixth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 15/2) just under 8 weeks ago. Hood on 1st time and not taken lightly back down to his last winning mark.
First and second in his last two visits here so worthy of consideration; hood on.
LTO Selection:

15:40 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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

FLAGMAN sprang a surprise when winning at odds of 28/1 at Kempton earlier this month, but the former Goldolphin-owned son of Kingman failed to back up at Chepstow 13 days later. However, he did beat a subsequent winner two starts ago and, now back on an artificial surface, he could return to form. Mudlahhim finished a good third over C&D last time and he merits respect from an unchanged mark, while Written Broadcast heads the remainder.

WRITTEN BROADCAST has held his form pretty well since scoring over C&D in March, so Ollie Pears' grey is fancied to notch a third success of the year at the expense of Pop Favorite, who is a free-going sort but should appreciate this drop back to 7f. Seas of Elzaam and Flagman are another couple who could well be in the shake-up, too.

This can go to previous C&D winner MUDLAHHIM who has run well in his last two visits here, as when third over this trip 11 days ago.


15:45 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 16f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Vale Of Glory (14/1 +50%)
Vale Of Glory

14/1(+50%)
(1) Vale Of Glory 14/1, Below form eighth of 15 in handicap hurdle (16/1) at Kilbeggan (19f, good to soft) 33 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.
Fair mark based on last summer's win; below that level since returning from a break.
2
2nd (16) Crafty Gael (3.5/1 +36%)
Crafty Gael

3.5/1(+36%)
(16) Crafty Gael 3.5/1, 10/3, respectable sixth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Naas (16.3f, soft) 54 days ago, finishing with running left. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Expected to be bang there.
Getting back on drier ground and in first-time cheekpieces should benefit.
3
3rd (2) Our Bobby (4.5/1 +50%)
Our Bobby

4.5/1(+50%)
(2) Our Bobby 4.5/1, 8/1, below form seventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (16f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Hood on 1st time. Not taken lightly.
Well held in both runs since returning from a break and the hood needs to give him a lift.
4
4th (13) Indulging (14/1 +44%)
Indulging

14/1(+44%)
(13) Indulging 14/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable fifth of 19 in handicap at Navan (13f, soft, 20/1) 10 days ago, never nearer. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Poor on last hurdle run.
Respectable latest Flat run and still early days as a jumper.
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5th (3) Skip Mahler (4/1 +56%)
Skip Mahler

4/1(+56%)
(3) Skip Mahler 4/1, Very good second of 14 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.6f, good to soft, 8/1) 21 days ago. Each-way chance.
Only his second run in a handicap when no match for a well-treated winner at Ballinrobe.
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6th (11) Mater Matuta (25/1 -108%)
Mater Matuta

25/1(-108%)
(11) Mater Matuta 25/1, Latest win in hurdle at Bellewstown in August. Below form eighth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (15.8f, good to soft, 7/2). Off 6 months. Can make presence felt.
Although back from a break here, Rachel Blackmore is booked; very capable off this mark.
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7th (9) Presenting Lad (33/1 +50%)
Presenting Lad

33/1(+50%)
(9) Presenting Lad 33/1, One win from 25 NH runs. Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.6f, good to soft, 22/1) 21 days ago.
Always behind before pulling up on his return from a break at Ballinrobe.
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8th (6) Twoplustwo Equals (12/1 +25%)
Twoplustwo Equals

12/1(+25%)
(6) Twoplustwo Equals 12/1, Below form ninth of 16 in handicap hurdle at this course (20.4f, good to soft, 6/1) 90 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Down in trip.
Has threatened to win a handicap but that was over 2m7f, so this trip is a worry.
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9th (5) Fireworks (28/1 -40%)
Fireworks

28/1(-40%)
(5) Fireworks 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden over hurdles. Fairly useful winner at 9f on Flat. Twelfth of 13 in handicap hurdle (28/1) at Limerick (16f, heavy) 54 days ago. Uphill task.
Poor so far over hurdles but in the mud and his decent Flat form came on good or faster.
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10th (8) Carlton Gardens (50/1 -52%)
Carlton Gardens

50/1(-52%)
(8) Carlton Gardens 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 100/1, creditable eighth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (16f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Best to look elsewhere.
Not shown enough in two handicap hurdles to make the shortlist on this occasion.
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11th (15) Alphonse Le Grande (16/1 -611%)
Alphonse Le Grande

16/1(-611%)
(15) Alphonse Le Grande 16/1, Highly promising individual. Fair winner at 11f on Flat. Sixth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (16.3f, good to soft, 14/1) 89 days ago, finishing with running left. Should significantly improve.
Dual AW winner; latest hurdle run (beaten 5l) caught the eye of the stewards.
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12th (7) Breagagh (50/1 +0%)
Breagagh

50/1(+0%)
(7) Breagagh 50/1, Pulled up in handicap hurdle (22/1) at Clonmel (18.9f, heavy) 96 days ago, dropping away before end of back straight. Others preferred. Engaged 5.55 Roscommon Monday.
Sole run in 2023 was poor and he's now 0-25; non-runner on Monday.
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13th (4) Stansfield (18/1 +45%)
Stansfield

18/1(+45%)
(4) Stansfield 18/1, One win from 27 NH runs. 28/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, fifth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Others more persuasive.
No worse for cheekpieces when under 5l away at Down Royal; each-way claims.
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14th (12) Good Bye Milan (5/1 -11%)
Good Bye Milan

5/1(-11%)
(12) Good Bye Milan 5/1, Bit below form fourth of 13 in handicap hurdle (13/2) at Limerick (16f, heavy). Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving Seamus Braddish. Merits consideration.
Not in bad form, on a fair mark and could go well on her first run for this yard.
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15th (14) Maxios Show (18/1 +55%)
Maxios Show

18/1(+55%)
(14) Maxios Show 18/1, Creditable sixth of 13 in novice hurdle at Downpatrick (18.8f, good to soft, 50/1) 18 days ago. More needed.
Outclassed in a maiden last time but was uncompetitive in his two handicaps prior to that.
LTO Selection:

15:45 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

ALPHONSE LE GRANDE won twice on the Flat, including at Dundalk last year for Ray Cody, and caught the eye on his first handicap over hurdles at Thurles in February. The son of Sea The Stars finished strongly from off the pace and market support here would be significant. Skip Mahler was placed on debut in a Kilbeggan bumper and is one for the shortlist after showing improved form over hurdles at Ballinrobe, only weakening in the closing stages when runner-up to Can't Stop Smiling. Indulging looks fairly handicapped reverting to hurdles after a couple of solid efforts on the Flat, while Good Bye Milan won at Wexford about this time last year and now has her first run for Charles Byrnes following a six-month layoff. Mater Matuta is another to consider after a winter break.

The really interesting one is ALPHONSE LE GRANDE, who was a major eye-catcher on his handicap debut in this sphere at this course in February when staying on strongly under minimal assistance from the saddle (rider and horse both subsequently picked up bans under the non-triers' rule). He will benefit from stronger handling here and is open to any amount of improvement. Crafty Gael is second choice ahead of Skip Mahler.

An interesting one is FIREWORKS. He's been getting stuck in the mud over hurdles but his useful Flat form was on good or faster going.


15:53 Brighton Handicap (Class 5) 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 (2) Later Darling (9/1 +10%)
Later Darling

9/1(+10%)
(2) Later Darling 9/1, Winner at Kempton in February but ran below form back on turf when last of 9 in handicap (9/1) at Salisbury (12f, good to soft) 19 days ago.
AW winner in February; gone the wrong way since and ran poorly back on turf last time.
2
2nd (3) Al Azhar (1.2/1 +52%)
Al Azhar

1.2/1(+52%)
(3) Al Azhar 1.2/1, Stepped up on reappearance run in a change of headgear when third of 9 in handicap at Salisbury (12f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Must be taken seriously back in a 0-70.
Good run at Salisbury last time and he's a solid contender off the same mark.
3
3rd (1) D Day Odette (3.33/1 +26%)
D Day Odette

3.33/1(+26%)
(1) D Day Odette 3.33/1, Scored on the AW at Lingfield in January and shaped better than the distance beaten suggests back on turf when fourth at Ascot (10f) 10 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal in well-run race. Must enter calculations.
1m2f AW winner in January; held her form since and now drops down in class; contender.
4
4th (5) Largo Bay (11/1 +8%)
Largo Bay

11/1(+8%)
(5) Largo Bay 11/1, C&D winner who was below form at Kempton (12f) 69 days ago. Blinkers back on.
Four wins last year, two over C&D; quiet this year but could bounce back after a break.
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5th (7) Seattle King (5.5/1 -38%)
Seattle King

5.5/1(-38%)
(7) Seattle King 5.5/1, Improved on recent efforts to win 9-runner handicap (15/8) at this course (9.9f, good) 20 days ago. Can remain competitive.
Two 1m2f wins here this spring but stamina for this trip still to be proven.
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6th (4) Zuraig (10/1 -11%)
Zuraig

10/1(-11%)
(4) Zuraig 10/1, Didn't need to improve to win 7-runner seller at Leicester (11.8f, heavy, 15/2) 10 days ago, slowly away. Will find life tougher back in handicap company.
Won seller 10 days ago on soft but looks vulnerable in this better race on quicker ground.
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7th (6) Aryaah (20/1 -344%)
Aryaah

20/1(-344%)
(6) Aryaah 20/1, Ran well when second of 7 in handicap at this course (9.9f, good, 18/1) 31 days ago, nearest finish. Good chance if backing that up.
Best run for new connections when second over 1m2f here last month; stamina to prove.
LTO Selection:

15:53 Brighton Handicap (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow

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

An eye-catcher when staying on for second on his most recent effort here over shorter, ARYAAH is taken to go one better with the step up ip trip expected to suit. A winner of two of his last three starts, Seattle King can give him the most to think about, along with Al Azhar, who ran well at Salisbury most recently and has dropped back to his last winning mark.

AL AZHAR is taken to capitalise on the drop in grade having run well in a 0-80 in first-time blinkers (retained here) at Salisbury last time. Seattle King and D Day Odette head the opposition in a tightly-knit handicap.

Aryaah should be involved if his stamina lasts but AL AZHAR ran well at Salisbury last time and can get off the mark for the year.


16:00 Huntingdon Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f - 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 (6) Cloudy Wednesday (3.5/1 +59%)
Cloudy Wednesday

3.5/1(+59%)
(6) Cloudy Wednesday 3.5/1, Got off the mark at Fakenham (21.2f) in February and made the frame in 4 of his next 5 starts. Needs to bounce back from below-par effort last time, however.
In good form during the winter but has lost his way this spring; risky at present.
2
2nd (1) Out The Glen (8/1 -191%)
Out The Glen

8/1(-191%)
(1) Out The Glen 8/1, Three-time winner in 2021-22 and largely acquitted himself well in defeat last term. Never landed a blow on heavy ground at Uttoxeter latest but handicapper has cut him some slack and he could be a player in first-time cheekpieces.
C&D winner last year but out of form lately and needs a boost from the new cheekpieces.
3
3rd (8) Guttural (7/1 +86%)
Guttural

7/1(+86%)
(8) Guttural 7/1, Point winner in April 2021 but he's 0-18 under Rules and is best watched from 5 lb out of the handicap.
Pulled up after lacklustre performances on final two starts last season; 5lb wrong here.
4
4th (3) Stamina Chope (10/1 -18%)
Stamina Chope

10/1(-18%)
(3) Stamina Chope 10/1, Now 5 lb lower than when scoring at Sedgefield (21f) last spring but is proving hard to catch right, beaten 3 out at Wincanton last time. Claims if on going day.
Has very mixed record since small-field Sedgefield win last spring.
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5th (5) Letsbe Avenue (4/1 -60%)
Letsbe Avenue

4/1(-60%)
(5) Letsbe Avenue 4/1, Quickly off the mark over jumps for this yard at Taunton (18.2f) in December, albeit rather fortunate. Been rather in and out since but far from disgraced at Ludlow latest and figures off a handy mark.
Not one to rely upon heavy but won off today's mark last season and enters calculations.
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6th (2) Lough Carra (3.5/1 +30%)
Lough Carra

3.5/1(+30%)
(2) Lough Carra 3.5/1, Plenty of size about him and finished runner-up 4 times during the autumn. Last couple of efforts were underwhelming but has experience in points and is worth monitoring in the market on chase debut.
Consistent over hurdles last autumn but ran poorly last month, after a break; chase debut.
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7th (4) Glebe Road (12/1 -20%)
Glebe Road

12/1(-20%)
(4) Glebe Road 12/1, Winning pointer who was only modest at best over hurdles and has yet to make an impact in a trip of outings in this sphere.
Didn't fire on either start for new stable towards end of last season.
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8th (7) Agent Saonois (8/1 +27%)
Agent Saonois

8/1(+27%)
(7) Agent Saonois 8/1, Won over hurdles at Uttoxeter (15.8f) last summer and ran to similar level when third in Taunton handicap chase (18.2f) in November. May have needed last month's Plumpton return but others more appealing. 4 lb out of the weights.
Hurdle winner last summer but struggled in recent Plumpton chase and has a point to prove.
LTO Selection:

16:00 Huntingdon Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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

Out The Glen is now just 1lb above his last winning mark, which came over C&D in March of last year. First-time cheekpieces could eke out some improvement, but a chance is taken on LETSBE AVENUE. Keiran Burke's charge has stamina to prove over this far, but he was successful from this mark at Taunton (2m2f) in December and that performance gave the impression he could have more to offer when stepped up in trip. Cloudy Wednesday is another to consider.

LETSBE AVENUE is back on his last winning mark and ran respectably at Ludlow last time. He gets the nod in a race which may not take a great deal of winning. Out The Glen and Stamina Chope can also make their presence felt.


16:10 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 8.5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Flame Spirit (16/1 +0%)
Flame Spirit

16/1(+0%)
(5) Flame Spirit 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Not at best in first-time blinkers (discarded) when fifth of 8 in novice at Chelmsford (7f) 19 days ago. Up in trip. Makes handicap debut.
Up in trip for handicap debut and dam's side of pedigree suggests he may improve for it.
2
2nd (1) Quantum Light (10/1 -25%)
Quantum Light

10/1(-25%)
(1) Quantum Light 10/1, Fair form when reaching the frame on all four outings as a juvenile (6f/7f). Up in trip for reappearance. Unexposed sort from a good stable. The betting should guide.
Didn't build on early promise last year; returns from seven months off; watch market.
3
3rd (4) Hat Toss (4/1 -20%)
Hat Toss

4/1(-20%)
(4) Hat Toss 4/1, Positive start for new yard when narrowly denied in 1m Haydock handicap (good to firm) 25 days ago, clear of rest. Raised 6 lb but still looks on a workable mark. Engaged 2.55 Redcar Monday.
Improved plenty when just beaten on stable debut at Haydock last month; respected.
4
4th (8) Kodiman (16/1 -78%)
Kodiman

16/1(-78%)
(8) Kodiman 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 10/1 and hooded first time, seventh of 11 in novice at Southwell (7f) 49 days ago. Up in trip. Makes handicap debut.
Not gone on from promising debut at Southwell; needs to resume progress on handicap debut.
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5th (3) Forest Demon (5.5/1 -10%)
Forest Demon

5.5/1(-10%)
(3) Forest Demon 5.5/1, Lightly-raced winner. Fifth of 8 in handicap (5/1) at Windsor (1m, heavy) on reappearance 36 days ago. Could strip fitter for the run. Makes tapeta debut.
Well beaten in four runs on turf, but 1-1 on AW; interesting back on an artificial surface.
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6th (2) Dhariye (9/1 -64%)
Dhariye

9/1(-64%)
(2) Dhariye 9/1, Improved on his 2 efforts at the start of last summer when winning 13-runner maiden at Southwell (1m) in January. Likely capable of better again now handicapping after another break.
Off four months since his Southwell win, but proven fresh and open to further improvement.
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7th (7) Born Ruler (2.75/1 +17%)
Born Ruler

2.75/1(+17%)
(7) Born Ruler 2.75/1, Thrice-raced winner. Won 9-runner novice at this course (7f) in January. Longer trip will suit now handicapping after a break. Should be more to come and big player from a handy draw.
Won over 7f here in January; return to longer trip in his favour on handicap debut.
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8th (9) No Barrier (6/1 +50%)
No Barrier

6/1(+50%)
(9) No Barrier 6/1, Fair form. 13/2, bit below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (1m, soft) 23 days ago but might fare better back on AW and the booking of William Buick, who rode a winner for the stable at York last week, takes the eye.
Has shaped as though this slightly stiffer test may suit; not dismissed back on the AW.
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9th (6) Star Child (16/1 +20%)
Star Child

16/1(+20%)
(6) Star Child 16/1, Winner on handicap debut Chelmsford (1m) in January. Might be worth forgiving her run on very testing ground at Nottingham since.
Well beaten on turf last time, but progressive on the AW during the winter.
LTO Selection:

16:10 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 5) 8.5f Race Class Flow

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

Dhariye made it third-time lucky when winning at Southwell in January and an opening mark of 76 doesn't look beyond him on today's handicap debut. It would be no surprise were the Sir Michael Stoute-trained Born Ruler to thrive in handicaps this year and the son of Kingman is another who merits respect here, but the value may lay with QUANTUM LIGHT. Ralph Beckett's filly failed to kick on having shaped with significant promise on her debut last July, but a step up in trip might prove the key to her and she may provide her in-form yard with yet more success.

BORN RULER appeals as one who should have more to offer now handicapping over further and can add to his 7f course novice success at the start of the year. Dhariye is another last-time-out winner who should go on to better things in handicaps and is feared most ahead of the William Buick-ridden No Barrier. Hat Toss would also need serious consideration if showing up here instead of Redcar.

Born Ruler and DHARIYE have similar profiles. Slight preference is for the latter who ground it out well when winning at Southwell.


16:15 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 16f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (14) Princess Sophia (10/1 -67%)
Princess Sophia

10/1(-67%)
(14) Princess Sophia 10/1, Bit below form sixth of 13 in handicap hurdle (4/1) at Clonmel (19.9f, good to soft), left poorly placed. Off 7 months. First run for yard after leaving Ms Margaret Mullins. Hood on 1st time.
Left Mags Mullins and debuts for new yard here with hood tried.
2
2nd (13) Movie King (22/1 -100%)
Movie King

22/1(-100%)
(13) Movie King 22/1, Fair winner at 16f on Flat. 25/1, very good third of 14 in claimer at Dundalk (10.7f), suited by way race developed. Off 7 months. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Enters calculations.
Might be better for a break and he did go close at Kilbeggan last August (2m, good)..
3
3rd (15) Redwood Queen (4/1 +20%)
Redwood Queen

4/1(+20%)
(15) Redwood Queen 4/1, Last of 9 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, good to soft, 13/2). Off 7 months. First run for yard after leaving Noel C. Kelly. Booking of Byrnes a plus. Merits consideration.
Cartmel winner last July; interesting to see what Charles Byrnes can do with her.
4
4th (8) Light Parade (3.33/1 +52%)
Light Parade

3.33/1(+52%)
(8) Light Parade 3.33/1, Winner in hurdle at Thurles in November. 8/1, respectable sixth of 20 in handicap hurdle at Cork (16f, soft) 43 days ago. Has good chance on form.
Has struggled with his new mark since winning at Thurles in November.
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5th (9) The Virginian (25/1 +0%)
The Virginian

25/1(+0%)
(9) The Virginian 25/1, 25/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, fourteenth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (16.2f, soft) 180 days ago.
Has hinted at winning potential as a jumper and this ground should be up his street.
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6th (6) Action Station (33/1 +50%)
Action Station

33/1(+50%)
(6) Action Station 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden under Rules. Ninth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, good, 50/1). Off 7 months.
Failed to raise his low-key profile when 50-1 for handicap debut in October; much to prove.
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7th (16) Shana Cloon (50/1 -213%)
Shana Cloon

50/1(-213%)
(16) Shana Cloon 50/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 66/1, twelfth of 13 in novice hurdle at Ballinrobe (17.4f, soft) 39 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Should have more to offer.
Handicap debutante and she earned this low a mark on testing ground.
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8th (3) Star Official (12/1 +14%)
Star Official

12/1(+14%)
(3) Star Official 12/1, Thrice-raced maiden over hurdles. Fair winner at 11f on flat. 12/1, twelfth of 15 in handicap at Gowran (14f, soft) 13 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Makes handicap hurdle debut.
Flat winner; uncompetitive in maiden hurdles but handicaps should be more like it.
9th
9th (2) Mac's Xpress (6/1 -50%)
Mac's Xpress

6/1(-50%)
(2) Mac's Xpress 6/1, 16/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, fell in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good) 5 days ago.
He was disputing second when falling late on at Tipperary last week.
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10th (7) Future Proof (12/1 +52%)
Future Proof

12/1(+52%)
(7) Future Proof 12/1, One win from 32 NH runs. Twenty-two runs since last win in 2020. 28/1, below form eighth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good) 5 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Would have been behind Mac's Xpress at Tipperary had the latter not fallen late on.
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11th (11) Serpolette (16/1 +60%)
Serpolette

16/1(+60%)
(11) Serpolette 16/1, 66/1, fifteenth of 19 in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (20f, soft) 146 days ago. Back down in trip.
A winner off this mark and getting back on good ground will help her enormously.
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12th (4) Toms Courage (12/1 +25%)
Toms Courage

12/1(+25%)
(4) Toms Courage 12/1, Seventeen runs since last win in 2021. 9/1, creditable eleventh of 18 in handicap hurdle at Thurles (16.3f, good to soft) 89 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter.
More than two years since the last of his two wins; beaten 10l three months ago.
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13th (12) Tincurra Lad (16/1 +52%)
Tincurra Lad

16/1(+52%)
(12) Tincurra Lad 16/1, Winner in hurdle at Kilbeggan in August. Tenth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Wexford (16.4f, heavy, 20/1). Off 6 months.
Defied a similar mark last year but his last four runs were bitterly disappointing.
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14th (17) Mad For The Craic (20/1 +60%)
Mad For The Craic

20/1(+60%)
(17) Mad For The Craic 20/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 66/1, sixteenth of 19 in handicap hurdle at Naas (15.4f, soft) 72 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time. RESERVE.
Reserve; 66-1 when tailed off on his handicap debut; first run on goodish ground now.
|PU|
|PU| (10) Lucy Van Pelt (8/1 +20%)
Lucy Van Pelt

8/1(+20%)
(10) Lucy Van Pelt 8/1, Tailed-off last of 14 to Shecouldbeanything in listed hurdle at this course (16.4f, good to soft, 150/1) 28 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.
Being 10lb higher than for last May's C&D success may anchor her once more.
LTO Selection:

16:15 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

MAC'S XPRESS indicated ability in maiden hurdles last season and was still in contention when falling at the last at Tipperary last week. That was just his second run in a handicap and hopefully he is none the worse for the tumble. Redwood Queen won at Cartmel last summer for Noel Kelly and has now joined Charles Byrnes after a winter break, while Movie King won on the Polytrack at Dundalk last year and has been placed under both codes since. Future Proof's rating has dropped considerably since early last year and a reproduction of his penultimate start at Thurles would put him in the frame. Lucy Van Pelt won over C&D 12 months ago and should progress from her reappearance here at the Festival, while Star Official is another to consider.

The vote goes to LIGHT PARADE, who wasn't seen to best effect at Cork last time and she looks capable of delivering off this mark. Movie King acquitted himself well on the Flat when last seen and is of interest back in this sphere, while likely improver Star Official and Redwood Queen are others to consider.

The 8yo mare SERPOLETTE was a winner off her current mark last year and she'll be glad to see the back of testing conditions.


16:23 Brighton Stakes (Class 5) 8f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Kehlani (4.5/1 -13%)
Kehlani

4.5/1(-13%)
(5) Kehlani 4.5/1, Showed ability at a huge price (150/1) when sixth of 11 in minor event at Kempton (8f) on debut. Off 167 days. Should improve.
Eyecatching late headway on her Kempton debut; can do better this year; contender.
2
2nd (2) Bishop's Crown (0.2/1 +44%)
Bishop's Crown

0.2/1(+44%)
(2) Bishop's Crown 0.2/1, Ran another good race when second of 7 in maiden at Goodwood (8f, heavy) 17 days ago. Claims are crystal clear.
Recorded an RPR of 78 on his last two starts and that sets the standard; obvious claims.
3
3rd (4) Break The Spell (11/1 -57%)
Break The Spell

11/1(-57%)
(4) Break The Spell 11/1, Thrice-raced maiden who ran to only a modest level in first-time cheekpieces when seventh of 10 in minor event at Lingfield (7f, AW) 27 days ago.
Promise on debut (7f, good to firm) but quiet twice since; needs new trip to spark extra.
4
4th (3) Island King (40/1 -21%)
Island King

40/1(-21%)
(3) Island King 40/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Last of 7 in minor event at Windsor (10f, heavy, 150/1) 8 days ago. Back down in trip. Tongue strap on for 1st time.
Yet to beat a rival in three runs up to 1m2f; new aids today but easy enough to swerve.
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5th (1) Poppyequiano (200/1 -203%)
Poppyequiano

200/1(-203%)
(1) Poppyequiano 200/1, Equiano filly who looked clueless when well held at Kempton (7f) on debut 34 days ago.
250-1 and offered little on her Kempton debut five weeks ago (7f).
LTO Selection:

16:23 Brighton Stakes (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Placed on three of his fours starts and a promising runner-up in difficult conditions at Goodwood last time out, this looks like BISHOP'S CROWN's race to lose on the form he has shown thus far. Charlie Bishop returning to the saddle is another plus and he can see off the likes of Break The Spell and Kehlani, who got the hang of things late on when making her debut at Kempton in December.

BISHOP'S CROWN sets a clear standard and should prove hard to beat. Kehlani showed some ability at a huge price in a Kempton novice back in December and can improve.

Bishop's Crown has strong claims but KEHLANI looks a likely improver and she may progress past him.


16:30 Huntingdon Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 25f - 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) Judicial Law (1.38/1 +31%)
Judicial Law

1.38/1(+31%)
(4) Judicial Law 1.38/1, Bounced back to form when taking 12-runner handicap hurdle at Worcester (23f, soft) 15 days ago. 5 lb rise fair and will be a player if handling these faster conditions.
Bounced back to form at Worcester a fortnight ago and today's 5lb higher mark is workable.
2
2nd (5) Scarpia (4.5/1 +59%)
Scarpia

4.5/1(+59%)
(5) Scarpia 4.5/1, Won at Plumpton (25f) last year but been more miss than hit since and arrives on back of disappointing run at Wincanton last month.
Creditable third over C&D in January but safely held twice since; can't be relied upon.
3
3rd (1) Caius Marcius (6/1 -80%)
Caius Marcius

6/1(-80%)
(1) Caius Marcius 6/1, Admirable campaigner who made it 4 wins from his last 5 starts when narrowly taking 6-runner handicap hurdle at Perth (20.2f, good to soft, 20/1) 26 days ago. Return to longer trip will suit and holds strong claims.
Sprightly 12yo; returned from break to complete hat-trick last month; must be considered.
4
4th (3) Time To Tinker (10/1 -25%)
Time To Tinker

10/1(-25%)
(3) Time To Tinker 10/1, Three-time winner in 2021 but run poorly the last twice, latest when pulled up at Exeter in February. Goes well on quick ground, though, and has dropped to a handy mark.
Seemingly back in form when fourth at Newbury but pulled up twice since; hard to predict.
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5th (2) Ask A Honey Bee (3.5/1 -17%)
Ask A Honey Bee

3.5/1(-17%)
(2) Ask A Honey Bee 3.5/1, Back from 5 months off when creditable third of 10 in handicap hurdle (14/1) at Warwick (25f, good to soft) 26 days ago, going with enthusiasm. Entitled to build on that and warrants respect.
Ran big race when placed at Warwick last month and remains on a workable mark.
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6th (6) Sammylou (25/1 -39%)
Sammylou

25/1(-39%)
(6) Sammylou 25/1, Produced a career best when winning at Uttoxeter (23.3f, good) in July but not matched that form in 4 outings since. Nicely treated if back on song following 6-month absence.
Off since two heavy defeats in November but resumes on a good mark and can go well fresh.
|F|
|F| (7) Danny Whizzbang (18/1 +45%)
Danny Whizzbang

18/1(+45%)
(7) Danny Whizzbang 18/1, Won over fences here 13 months ago but not threatened since, including in this sphere the last twice. Hard to fancy.
Began year with two poor performances; returns from three-month break today.
LTO Selection:

16:30 Huntingdon Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 25f Race Class Flow

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

Veteran CAIUS MARCIUS returned to action with a narrow success at Perth 26 days ago, bringing up his hat-trick in the process. The 12-year-old was raised 2lb for that win, but Conor Rabbitt's claim means he's technically 5lb lower today and the son of King's Theatre gets the nod once again. Recent Worcester scorer Judicial Law appeals as the most likely danger, while Ask A Honey Bee completes the shortlist.

CAIUS MARCIUS boasts an excellent record at this sort of trip and remains fairly treated after his recent Perth victory. He can score again. Ask A Honey Bee and Time To Tinker are feared most.


16:35 Gowran Park Claimer 10f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Bringsty (2.75/1 +8%)
Bringsty

2.75/1(+8%)
(3) Bringsty 2.75/1, Fair gelding. Latest win at Leopardstown in April. Good fourth of 16 in handicap (10/1) at this course (8f, good to soft) 20 days ago, finishing well. Likely to be on the premises.
Has been running well in handicaps including when fourth here at the early this month.
2
2nd (5) Khafaaq (1.5/1 +33%)
Khafaaq

1.5/1(+33%)
(5) Khafaaq 1.5/1, Fair gelding. Course winner. 15/2 and tongue strap on for 1st time, didn't need to improve to win 15-runner handicap at Cork (10.1f, good) 6 days ago, sticking to task. Shortlist material.
Last week's Cork win was prefaced by a good second at this venue, holds an obvious chance.
3
3rd (6) Qasbaz (6.5/1 +7%)
Qasbaz

6.5/1(+7%)
(6) Qasbaz 6.5/1, Modest gelding. 11/1, good fifth of 14 in handicap at Bellewstown (7.8f, heavy) 47 days ago. Back up in trip. Should give his running.
Fair fifth in a turf handicap last time, Dundalk claiming race form not very convincing.
4
4th (10) Hurricane Helen (12/1 -33%)
Hurricane Helen

12/1(-33%)
(10) Hurricane Helen 12/1, Unreliable sort. Below form seventh of 13 in claimer at Sligo (5.8f, good to soft, 7/1) 7 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Engaged 6.25 Roscommon Monday.
Has a few reasonable runs to her credit in claimers but needs to find a bit more.
5th
5th (8) Csarina (125/1 -89%)
Csarina

125/1(-89%)
(8) Csarina 125/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 80/1, eleventh of 13 in claimer at Sligo (5.8f, good to soft) 7 days ago. Significantly back up in trip.
Big price when finishing towards the rear in a claimer at Sligo last week, up against it..
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6th (11) Starlight Rose (33/1 +67%)
Starlight Rose

33/1(+67%)
(11) Starlight Rose 33/1, Modest filly. Thirteenth of 19 in handicap at Navan (13f, soft, 40/1) 10 days ago. Back down in trip. Visor on 1st time, tongue strap back on. Work to do.
Not disgraced in a C&D handicap in April, very hard to make a case for her on overall form.
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7th (4) Ghumama (16/1 +20%)
Ghumama

16/1(+20%)
(4) Ghumama 16/1, Fair mare. Latest win at Dundalk in February. Seventeenth of 19 in handicap (66/1) at Navan (13f, heavy) 31 days ago. Back down in trip.
In good form at Dundalk a few months ago but hard to fancy on more recent evidence.
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8th (2) Notforalongtime (7/1 -100%)
Notforalongtime

7/1(-100%)
(2) Notforalongtime 7/1, Fair gelding. Latest win at Dundalk in November. 7/2, good second of 14 in claimer at Dundalk (8f) 88 days ago. Makes plenty of appeal.
Has a better record on AW than on turf but merits respect as the highest-rated runner here.
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9th (7) Miss Vizeun (12/1 -20%)
Miss Vizeun

12/1(-20%)
(7) Miss Vizeun 12/1, Modest filly. 50/1 and visor on for 1st time in this code, fifth of 6 in juvenile hurdle at Limerick (16f, heavy) on NH debut 54 days ago. Back down in trip.
Not the most consistent sort but managed to win a race of this type at Dundalk in January.
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10th (12) Pastel Power (66/1 +0%)
Pastel Power

66/1(+0%)
(12) Pastel Power 66/1, 40/1, eighth of 13 in claimer at Sligo (5.8f, good to soft) 7 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Others preferred.
Placed at two in Britain, has shown little in four Irish runs including in a Sligo claimer.
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11th (9) Gormanston (40/1 +39%)
Gormanston

40/1(+39%)
(9) Gormanston 40/1, Modest gelding. Twelve runs since last win in 2021. Eleventh of 14 in handicap (33/1) at Dundalk (8f) 53 days ago.
Two wins and six places at Dundalk, form on turf is modest in contrast.
LTO Selection:

16:35 Gowran Park Claimer 10f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

KHAFAAQ has solid credentials for this claimer. The eight-year-old landed a gamble by a short head over an extended 1m2f in Cork last week. He was also a decent second over C&D on his penultimate start, and Cian Horgan takes 7lb off his back again. James McAuley is well represented with three runners and his Bringsty was a never-nearer fourth in the aforementioned race over C&D. Miss Vizeun won a Dundalk claimer in January and will appreciate this better ground.

NOTFORALONGTIME ran with credit when second in a claimer last time and he's on a potentially good mark, so he's marginally preferred to Khafaaq, who scored with something to spare at Cork recently. Bringsty is another one to consider.

From a stable that specialises in races of this type BRINGSTY has been running well enough in handicaps to merit selection


16:40 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 8.5f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) H Key Lails (1.38/1 +61%)
H Key Lails

1.38/1(+61%)
(2) H Key Lails 1.38/1, C&D winner in March who got back on track when second of 10 in handicap (12/1) at Wetherby (7f, good to firm) 7 days ago. Return to this longer trip will suit and is one for the shortlist.
C&D winner who has finished runner-up in two of his three starts since; much respected.
2
2nd (7) Musterion (9/1 +25%)
Musterion

9/1(+25%)
(7) Musterion 9/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eighth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (7f, 66/1) 13 days ago. Up in trip. Others preferred.
Well beaten in first five starts; only of interest if backed.
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3rd (4) Moondial (6/1 +0%)
Moondial

6/1(+0%)
(4) Moondial 6/1, 9/2, good fourth of 8 in handicap at this course (7.2f) 21 days ago. Back up in trip. Looks competitive on form.
Won a Kempton nursery last autumn and has run well in both starts since returning.
4
4th (8) Dame Laura Knight (7/1 -155%)
Dame Laura Knight

7/1(-155%)
(8) Dame Laura Knight 7/1, Promising individual who found improvement when third of 5 on handicap debut at Chelmsford City (8f) 33 days ago. Likely more to come yet.
Improved when a close third of five on handicap debut at Chelmsford last month.
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5th (10) Gypsy Nation (6.5/1 +19%)
Gypsy Nation

6.5/1(+19%)
(10) Gypsy Nation 6.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 15/2, fifth of 8 in handicap at this course (7.2f) 21 days ago. Up in trip. Blinkers on 1st time. Needs a couple of these to falter.
Not sure to be suited by the longer trip and drawn wider than ideal; blinkers on.
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6th (12) Navy Wren (28/1 -27%)
Navy Wren

28/1(-27%)
(12) Navy Wren 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Fourth of 9 in handicap at Redcar (8f, good to soft, 33/1) 19 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Others more persuasive. 1 lb out of the weights.
Better effort when fourth on handicap debut this month; could make an impact on AW debut.
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7th (1) Red Fort (12/1 -33%)
Red Fort

12/1(-33%)
(1) Red Fort 12/1, Stepped up on return effort when third of 11 in handicap (16/1) at Nottingham (10.2f, soft) 31 days ago, well positioned. One of likelier contenders.
Best effort when third at Nottingham last time, but shorter trip may not be ideal.
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8th (11) Smart Shot (80/1 -21%)
Smart Shot

80/1(-21%)
(11) Smart Shot 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eighth of 12 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft, 66/1) 22 days ago. Makes limited appeal. 1 lb out of the weights.
Hasn't beaten many in his first five starts; look elsewhere.
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9th (5) Panning For Gold (8/1 -7%)
Panning For Gold

8/1(-7%)
(5) Panning For Gold 8/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eleventh of 12 in maiden (66/1) at Lingfield (8f, AW). Off 141 days. Gelded since last seen and appeals as the type to do better in handicaps.
Well beaten in three starts in the winter; worth a market check on handicap debut.
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10th (9) Romantic Sunlight (25/1 -14%)
Romantic Sunlight

25/1(-14%)
(9) Romantic Sunlight 25/1, 10/1, last of 9 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, heavy) 29 days ago, slowly away. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.
Off the same mark as when winning at Kempton last August, but not threatened since.
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11th (6) Delayed Action (100/1 -456%)
Delayed Action

100/1(-456%)
(6) Delayed Action 100/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 8 in minor event at Newcastle (8f, 100/1) 15 days ago. Improvement required on handicap debut.
Nothing in three starts, but nicely bred and may show more now switched to a handicap.
LTO Selection:

16:40 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 8.5f Race Class Flow

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

Moondial runs off just 2lb higher than her success on Kempton's Polytrack surface last September and can go well back on Tapeta, while H Key Lails, who went close over 7f at Wetherby last week, is another of interest having broken his maiden over C&D in March. However, the vote goes to RED FORT, who arrives on the back of his best effort to date and, with his stamina slightly more proven, he looks a big player off the same mark today.

C&D winner H KEY LAILS returned to form when runner-up at Wetherby last week and can race off the same mark here. He can go one better. Potential improvers Dame Laura Knight and Panning For Gold are feared most.

The solid option is H KEY LAILS (nap) who won over C&D in March and has been beaten under a length in two of his three starts since.


16:45 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 19f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(17) She's Commanche (16/1 +20%)
She's Commanche

16/1(+20%)
(17) She's Commanche 16/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2021. 12/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (19f, good to soft) 33 days ago, tailing off early final circuit. Blinkered for 1st time. RESERVE.
Reserve; losing run goes back over two years and has shown little these past 12 months.
1
1st (4) Hanoi Jane (1.88/1 +44%)
Hanoi Jane

1.88/1(+44%)
(4) Hanoi Jane 1.88/1, Back on track, in first-time tongue strap, when third of 15 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (21.1f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Races off same mark here and is one for the shortlist.
Could do with settling better but still finished third of 15 (2m5f) at Ballinrobe.
2
2nd (1) Loup De Tallane (11/1 +0%)
Loup De Tallane

11/1(+0%)
(1) Loup De Tallane 11/1, Winner in hurdle at Wexford in October. 11/1, fourteenth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (24f, soft) 78 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Others preferred.
Wexford winner in Oct and respectable afterwards; failed to stay 3m last time.
3
3rd (16) Nomadic Star (22/1 +12%)
Nomadic Star

22/1(+12%)
(16) Nomadic Star 22/1, Fell in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (16f, heavy, 40/1) 96 days ago. Back up in trip. Claims on best form.
Soon reverted to modest mode and was well held when falling last time out.
4
4th (10) Kinnegad Lad (14/1 -100%)
Kinnegad Lad

14/1(-100%)
(10) Kinnegad Lad 14/1, Ran up to best when second of 9 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (16f, soft) in February. Back up in trip. One of the likelier contenders.
Last seen finishing second at Ayr in February but does seem to prefer softer ground.
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5th (3) Costanuci (7.5/1 +25%)
Costanuci

7.5/1(+25%)
(3) Costanuci 7.5/1, Pulled up at Tramore latest but posted good third at this course (20.5f) previously and must enter calculations.
Poor last time but had previously only just missed out on her handicap debut.
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6th (7) Rewrite The Script (25/1 +24%)
Rewrite The Script

25/1(+24%)
(7) Rewrite The Script 25/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Ninth of 10 in novice hurdle (100/1) at Thurles (15.5f, soft) 121 days ago. Back up in trip. Work to do on handicap hurdle debut.
May do better now handicapping but best trip remains open to debate.
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7th (11) Robindevidastar (11/1 +56%)
Robindevidastar

11/1(+56%)
(11) Robindevidastar 11/1, Course winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2021. 50/1, below form thirteenth of 23 in handicap hurdle at Naas (18.9f, soft) 54 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Others more persuasive.
No form since his second in November and blinkers look a cry for help.
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8th (2) Alpha Male (33/1 +18%)
Alpha Male

33/1(+18%)
(2) Alpha Male 33/1, Eighth of 12 in minor event chase at this course (34f, good to soft, 50/1) 26 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Significantly down in trip.
Remote eighth in the La Touche here last month and chasing is more his thing.
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9th (13) Happy Dancing (22/1 -83%)
Happy Dancing

22/1(-83%)
(13) Happy Dancing 22/1, Below form seventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, soft, 14/1) 12 days ago. Still looking for first success.
Beaten 26l on his return from a year off and is not progressing.
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10th (6) Quornofamonday (4.5/1 +10%)
Quornofamonday

4.5/1(+10%)
(6) Quornofamonday 4.5/1, Twelfth of 18 in handicap hurdle (9/2) at Limerick (22f, heavy) 72 days ago. Open to progress.
Found to be coughing after third handicap start at Limerick last time (tailed off).
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11th (9) Westernerona (10/1 -67%)
Westernerona

10/1(-67%)
(9) Westernerona 10/1, One win from 23 NH runs. Good fifth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, soft, 14/1) 12 days ago. Each-way claims.
Fairly treated and her comeback run on ground too soft was encouraging.
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12th (15) Mezyan (16/1 -88%)
Mezyan

16/1(-88%)
(15) Mezyan 16/1, 80/1, good fourth of 11 in maiden at Leopardstown (15f, good to firm), left with lot to do. Off 11 months. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Pulled up on last chase outing. Others preferred.
Longstanding maiden; hard to know what form he'll be in on this belated return.
|PU|
|PU| (5) Belper (18/1 -29%)
Belper

18/1(-29%)
(5) Belper 18/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eighth of 13 in novice hurdle (100/1) at Tramore (16f, good to soft) 36 days ago. Back up in trip on handicap debut and is likely capable of better.
Failed to shine in maidens but needs a market check ahead of his handicap debut.
|PU|
|PU| (14) He Ain't Heavy (28/1 +15%)
He Ain't Heavy

28/1(+15%)
(14) He Ain't Heavy 28/1, 16/1, eighth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (24f, good to soft) 32 days ago. Others look better treated.
No closer than 20l in his four handicaps (2m-3m) and clearly needs to step up.
|PU|
|PU| (8) Roguey (33/1 +18%)
Roguey

33/1(+18%)
(8) Roguey 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 33/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (16f, heavy) 96 days ago, pulled up before last. Up in trip.
Will need to hurdle better than when pulled up on his handicap debut at Clonmel.
|PU|
|PU| (12) Stradbally Village (125/1 -213%)
Stradbally Village

125/1(-213%)
(12) Stradbally Village 125/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 80/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Thurles (21f, heavy) 71 days ago, pulled up before 2 out. Makes limited appeal on handicap hurdle debut.
A leap of faith needed to make any case on her handicap debut.
LTO Selection:

16:45 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 19f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

HANOI JANE has finished in the money in the majority of her eight starts and appears to have been found a decent opportunity to open her account. The Ted Walsh-trained mare was fourth behind Nine Graces in a race that has worked out particularly well since over 2m6f here in February, and further advertised her claims when placed in a similar event at Ballinrobe earlier this month. Costanuci showed some promise in bumpers and maiden hurdles before running a cracker on her handicap debut over a slightly longer trip here in February, but needs to bounce back after running too badly to be true on softer ground at Tramore. Westernerona made a pleasing reappearance at Clonmel recently, while Loup De Tallane and Kinnegad Lad are others to consider.

Preference is for HANOI JANE, who is fairly treated and shaped well at Ballinrobe 3 weeks ago. Kinnegad Lad and Belper head the list of dangers.

Positives are thin on the ground. HANOI JANE could do with settling better but the ability is there to win a race of this nature.


16:53 Brighton Handicap (Class 5) 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 (2) Mostawaa (3.33/1 -48%)
Mostawaa

3.33/1(-48%)
(2) Mostawaa 3.33/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2020. Creditable third of 13 in handicap (9/1) at Hamilton (8.3f, good) 9 days ago, well positioned. Can make his presence felt here off the same mark.
On a losing run but latest 3rd was better and he'll be dangerous if gifted an easy lead.
2
2nd (4) Micks Dream (4.5/1 -29%)
Micks Dream

4.5/1(-29%)
(4) Micks Dream 4.5/1, Creditable second of 9 in handicap (10/3) at this course (7f, good) 21 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and he has to be taken seriously.
Second over 7f here 3 weeks ago; stays 1m & if the cheekpieces work he should be involved.
3
3rd (6) Darvel (6/1 +50%)
Darvel

6/1(+50%)
(6) Darvel 6/1, C&D winner. Below form fifth of 12 in handicap at Salisbury (6f, good to soft, 11/1) 19 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Significantly back up in trip. Place possibilities.
1lb lower than for his C&D win last October; yet to fire this time round though.
4
4th (5) Poetic Force (12/1 +0%)
Poetic Force

12/1(+0%)
(5) Poetic Force 12/1, C&D winner. 3 wins from 10 runs this year. Latest win at Kempton in March. Sixth of 9 in handicap at this course (7f, good, 11/2) 21 days ago. Looks vulnerable on balance.
Three AW wins already this year; met trouble over 7f here latest; each-way claims.
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5th (1) Enough Already (4.5/1 +0%)
Enough Already

4.5/1(+0%)
(1) Enough Already 4.5/1, C&D winner. Improved on recent efforts to win 7-runner handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW, 7/1) 19 days ago. More on his plate off this 3 lb higher mark.
Back to winning ways at Lingfield 19 days ago (1m, AW); has run well here before; chance.
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6th (7) Roman Dynasty (6.5/1 +41%)
Roman Dynasty

6.5/1(+41%)
(7) Roman Dynasty 6.5/1, One win from 26 Flat runs, which was gained back in 2020. 11/1, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 77 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Drop back in trip here should help.
Beaten 25 times since a winning 2yo debut; down in weights but risks attached.
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7th (3) Nasim (20/1 -135%)
Nasim

20/1(-135%)
(3) Nasim 20/1, Latest win at Chelmsford City in February. Fourth of 7 in handicap (12/1) at Beverley (8.4f, soft) 22 days ago. One to consider from an each-way perspective.
Not kicked on from his Chelmsford win in February; others have stronger claims.
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8th (8) Otago (5/1 +50%)
Otago

5/1(+50%)
(8) Otago 5/1, Latest win here in April. Eighth of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW, 20/1) 10 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Others more persuasive on this occasion.
7f winner here last month; not in the same form on AW last time but he's better than that.
LTO Selection:

16:53 Brighton Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

ENOUGH ALREADY made the most of a drop into this grade to get up late over this trip at Lingfield and, as he is already a C&D winner off 1lb lower, the seven-year-old could go close to a follow-up victory. Micks Dream ran on late over shorter after a slow start here at earlier in the month and he could be of interest in first-time cheekpieces, though Otago saves his best for this track and may be the bigger danger.

Preference is for MICKS DREAM, who put in a good shift when runner-up over 7f here last time and both the return to this trip and the addition of cheekpieces should help. Mostawaa looks dangerous on the back of a solid recent effort at Hamilton and he is second choice ahead of Nasim.

A small rise in the weights might not be enough to prevent ENOUGH ALREADY from following up this month's AW success.


17:00 Huntingdon Hunter Chase (Class 5) 24f - 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) Kaproyale (1.88/1 -15%)
Kaproyale

1.88/1(-15%)
(5) Kaproyale 1.88/1, Prolific winning pointer who posted creditable second of 5 in hunter chase (8/1) at Stratford (22.6f, soft) 30 days ago. Entitled to build on that and holds strong claims.
8-11 in points; very respectable second when back under rules last month; likely contender.
2
2nd (3) Dunworley (7.5/1 +70%)
Dunworley

7.5/1(+70%)
(3) Dunworley 7.5/1, Getaway gelding. Brother to fair 3m hunter chase winner Dundaniel. Made the frame in several points and worth monitoring in the market on Rules debut.
0-6 in points and looks up against it on today's rules debut.
3
3rd (2) Desire De Joie (5/1 +44%)
Desire De Joie

5/1(+44%)
(2) Desire De Joie 5/1, Fairly useful hurdler/chaser at his best but below par at Cheltenham latest. Back in calmer waters here, though, and could be a player.
Well beaten at Cheltenham this month but this is easier; strong claims on best 2022 form.
4
4th (8) The Whistle Blower (4/1 +38%)
The Whistle Blower

4/1(+38%)
(8) The Whistle Blower 4/1, Twice successful in points this year but is yet to complete after 3 attempts under Rules, folding early in straight at Cheltenham earlier this month.
Front-runner; ran well for a long way in competitive 4m Cheltenham hunter chase this month.
|F|
|F| (4) Just Cause (18/1 -64%)
Just Cause

18/1(-64%)
(4) Just Cause 18/1, Won several times between the flags and posted good second in this contest last year. More recent efforts in points have been underwhelming, though.
12 point wins; second in this race last year; out of form in recent points, though.
|PU|
|PU| (1) Homme D'un Soir (4.5/1 -125%)
Homme D'un Soir

4.5/1(-125%)
(1) Homme D'un Soir 4.5/1, Pretty useful for Stuart Crawford, making a winning chase debut in a maiden at Roscommon (2m) in August. Still in the hunt when departing on yard debut at Stratford in March and must enter calculations.
Useful hurdler in his prime and ran big race in defeat in recent open point; considered.
|PU|
|PU| (6) Mr Snuffles (16/1 +0%)
Mr Snuffles

16/1(+0%)
(6) Mr Snuffles 16/1, Winner of Point in February and shaped quite well (made significant error 4 out) on hunter chase debut at Cheltenham last spring. Percentage call is to look elsewhere, though.
Five-time point winner; has suffered a significant dip in form in recent weeks.
LTO Selection:

17:00 Huntingdon Hunter Chase (Class 5) 24f Race Class Flow

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

HOMME D'UN SOIR looked to hold every chance when falling three out at Stratford on his stable debut in March and he can gain compensation on this occasion. Going further up in trip should not inconvenience him and he is preferred to Kaproyale, the selection's stable companion who is entitled to be thereabouts after a respectable second at Stratford. Keep an eye on Just Cause too.

KAPROYALE gets the vote after a good second at Stratford. Stablemate Homme d'Un Soir might be the danger.


17:10 Gowran Park Stakes 10f - 4 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) Moon De Vega (1.62/1 +60%)
Moon De Vega

1.62/1(+60%)
(1) Moon De Vega 1.62/1, Useful filly. 24/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, 7¼ lengths ninth of 14 to Katoucha in listed race at Deauville (9.4f). Off 154 days. First run for yard after leaving Ralph Beckett. One to note back in calmer waters.
1m winner at two, campaigned ambitiously by Ralph Beckett last year, retains a high rating.
2
2nd (3) Mashia (0.91/1 -60%)
Mashia

0.91/1(-60%)
(3) Mashia 0.91/1, 10/1, won 20-runner maiden at Naas (8f, good) on debut 17 days ago. Stable having good spell. Looks a useful prospect and likely to go in again.
Beat an experienced 89-rated filly on her debut at Naas, form was boosted on Sunday.
3
3rd (4) Aurifodina (7.5/1 -50%)
Aurifodina

7.5/1(-50%)
(4) Aurifodina 7.5/1, Fairly useful filly. 14/1, 13¾ lengths fifth of 7 to Village Voice in listed race at Navan (10f, heavy) 31 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Likely to bounce back.
Useful handicap form including two nurseries wins, well beaten in a Listed race on latest.
4
4th (2) Onameridance (10/1 +17%)
Onameridance

10/1(+17%)
(2) Onameridance 10/1, Fairly useful filly. Tenth of 12 in handicap at Thurles (12.5f, soft, 25/1). Off 7 months. Down in trip. Worth a market check on return.
Found things too demanding after a huge rise in the ratings for a handicap win last June.
LTO Selection:

17:10 Gowran Park Stakes 10f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

MASHIA landed a big-field maiden on debut at Naas and the form got a boost when the runner-up obliged at the same track on Sunday. Mashia is well thought of and holds an Irish 1,000 Guineas entry. Moon De Vega is an interesting recruit for Paddy Twomey. She kept some very good company in Britain for Ralph Beckett last season, including when eighth in the Oaks at Epsom. Aurifodina is match-fit, while Onameridance isn't out of it on her seasonal reappearance.

MASHIA made a good impression when scoring in a maiden at Naas recently and she's worth backing to maintain her unbeaten record. Moon de Vega is the main danger and Aurifodina could make an impact.

Once-raced winner MASHIA may prove too strong for Aurifodina who has solid handicap form to her name


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

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) Philos (1.75/1 -40%)
Philos

1.75/1(-40%)
(6) Philos 1.75/1, Good second of 9 in handicap (6/1) at Beverley (12.1f, good) 7 days ago, just failing. Big player off the same mark here.
Close 2nd over 1m4f at Beverley latest; solid marker with W Buick up for first time.
2
2nd (7) Optik (4.5/1 +0%)
Optik

4.5/1(+0%)
(7) Optik 4.5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 9/4 and blinkered for 1st time, fourth of 6 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, heavy) 15 days ago, unsuited by emphasis on speed. Significantly up in trip and improvement could be on the way.
Soft ground against him on handicap debut (1m, favourite); stamina in pedigree for 1m4f.
3
3rd (4) Bailar Contigo (3.33/1 +5%)
Bailar Contigo

3.33/1(+5%)
(4) Bailar Contigo 3.33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 15/2, very good second of 7 in handicap at this course (9.5f) 20 days ago, running on. Up in trip and she's one of the more appealing candidates.
Unproven at 1m4f but stayed on well when close 3rd over 1m1f here recently; good claims.
4
4th (2) Schumann (12/1 -33%)
Schumann

12/1(-33%)
(2) Schumann 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Sixth of 7 in handicap (5/1) at this course (9.5f) 20 days ago. Up in trip and cheekpieces back on. Improvement needed.
No progress since handicapping over 1m (turf) and 1m1f here but dam won over 1m5f.
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5th (1) Little Tiger (4/1 +80%)
Little Tiger

4/1(+80%)
(1) Little Tiger 4/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eleventh of 12 in minor event (150/1) at Kempton (7f), slowly away. Off 7 months and moves significantly up in trip for this handicap debut.
Modest 7f form as 2yo but out of multiple 1m4f winner so should do better now handicapping.
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6th (5) Petite Sioux (16/1 -14%)
Petite Sioux

16/1(-14%)
(5) Petite Sioux 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 11 in minor event (150/1) at Redcar (8f, soft) 43 days ago. Significantly up in trip and tongue strap on for 1st time for this handicap debut.
Minor 1m form; handicaps more realistic but not sure to want 1m4f on pedigree.
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7th (3) Dawn Mission (40/1 -150%)
Dawn Mission

40/1(-150%)
(3) Dawn Mission 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 10 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f, 50/1) 12 days ago, slowly away. Significantly up in trip and sports first-time blinkers.
Modest form at up to 1m, including on handicap debut (50-1); has much to prove.
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8th (8) Clementyne (200/1 -203%)
Clementyne

200/1(-203%)
(8) Clementyne 200/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Last of 8 in minor event (300/1) at Newcastle (8f) 15 days ago. Significantly up in trip for this handicap debut.
Never competed so far; some stout stayers in pedigree so may improve now handicapping.
LTO Selection:

17:15 Wolverhampton Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

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

PHILOS has done little wrong in defeat lately and, having shown tenacity during a luckless run at Beverley (short of room early and struck into), a similarly determined effort could result in him gaining compensation for that near-miss. Bailar Contigo rates the main danger having shown improvement here last time, although the step up in trip is a bit of a concern. Optik looks best of the rest in a modest handicap.

This represents a good opportunity for PHILOS to open his account. He was unlucky not to do so at Beverley last week and the booking of William Buick adds to his appeal. Optik failed to measure up to market expectations on his handicap debut at Windsor but could be about to take a step forward now upped in trip. Best of the rest is Bailar Contigo, who produced her best effort yet over 9.5f here last time and is also likely to benefit from this stiffer test.

A few of these have something to prove but BAILAR CONTIGO looks worth a crack at 1m4f and she is preferred to Philos.


17:20 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 19f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (8) Reflectionist (3.33/1 -48%)
Reflectionist

3.33/1(-48%)
(8) Reflectionist 3.33/1, Back from 4 months off when good second of 15 in handicap hurdle (6/1) at Clonmel (19.1f, soft) on debut for new yard 12 days ago, faring best of those held up. Entitled to build on that and holds strong claims.
Encouraging start for his new yard at Clonmel when the hood clearly helped.
2
2nd (6) Nasee (20/1 +9%)
Nasee

20/1(+9%)
(6) Nasee 20/1, Fair winner at 11f on flat. Pulled up in handicap chase (22/1) at Limerick (22f, good) on debut over fences, tailed off when pulled up after 5 out. Off 10 months. Switches from chase to hurdles.
Pulled up over fences when last seen knocking on a year ago so there are wellbeing issues.
3
3rd (12) Rule Of June (10/1 +44%)
Rule Of June

10/1(+44%)
(12) Rule Of June 10/1, Eleventh of 18 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (22f, heavy, 12/1) 72 days ago. Others preferred.
Tramore handicap chase winner last summer on good ground and nothing wrong with her mark.
4
4th (11) Bidentime (2.5/1 +77%)
Bidentime

2.5/1(+77%)
(11) Bidentime 2.5/1, 7/2, eighth of 12 in handicap chase at Down Royal (20f, soft) 119 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. First run for yard after leaving Liam P. Cusack.
Tailed off next time and now returns to hurdling for his new yard; others safer.
5th
5th (1) More Info (28/1 -75%)
More Info

28/1(-75%)
(1) More Info 28/1, 80/1, tenth of 14 in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (19.2f, good to soft) 32 days ago. Work to do on handicap hurdle debut.
Making her handicap debut now but she ran very moderately after a spell on the sidelines.
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6th (10) Outdoor Mozzy (40/1 +0%)
Outdoor Mozzy

40/1(+0%)
(10) Outdoor Mozzy 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eleventh of 14 in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (19.5f, heavy, 250/1) 118 days ago. Work to do on handicap hurdle debut.
No surprise that she's struggled in maidens given the winners of those races.
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7th (9) Carroll's Pride (16/1 +0%)
Carroll's Pride

16/1(+0%)
(9) Carroll's Pride 16/1, 33/1, creditable seventh of 17 in handicap hurdle at Cork (24.8f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Back down in trip. Each-way claims.
No improvement on her handicap debut when a well-held seventh at Cork.
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8th (14) Haveuseentherain (16/1 -78%)
Haveuseentherain

16/1(-78%)
(14) Haveuseentherain 16/1, 9/1, below form fifth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (23.8f, heavy) 142 days ago. Not out of things.
The odd bit of promise in her profile but not of late; may prefer softer ground.
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9th (5) Military Hill (125/1 -213%)
Military Hill

125/1(-213%)
(5) Military Hill 125/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (21.8f, good, 25/1), behind when awkward next. Off 10 months.
Has suffered two non-completions since returning from a lengthy break.
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10th (2) Bella Union (2.5/1 +29%)
Bella Union

2.5/1(+29%)
(2) Bella Union 2.5/1, Promising sort. Shaped better than bare result when eleventh of 25 in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (20.1f, good to soft, 7/1) 87 days ago. Booking of Harvey a plus. Shortlisted.
Conditions should be a positive for one who can take a keen hold; not dismissed.
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11th (16) Midnight Fortune (125/1 -25%)
Midnight Fortune

125/1(-25%)
(16) Midnight Fortune 125/1, 125/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Tramore (20.3f, soft) 37 days ago, pulled up before 3 out. Best watched.
Has shown very little in her three handicaps at odds from 66-1 to 125-1..
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12th (4) Banada Bridge (7/1 -40%)
Banada Bridge

7/1(-40%)
(4) Banada Bridge 7/1, Posted career best when second of 15 in handicap hurdle at Leopardstown (20f, good) 79 days ago. 2 lb rise fair and likely to go well again.
Ten-race maiden but returned to form when chasing home a capable horse at Leopardstown.
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13th (13) Force Of Forces (100/1 +0%)
Force Of Forces

100/1(+0%)
(13) Force Of Forces 100/1, One win from 27 NH runs. Twenty three runs since last win in 2018. Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Thurles (24f, heavy, 80/1) 71 days ago, folding 3 out. Hard to recommend.
Impossible task last time from a long way out of the weights but still easy to take on.
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14th (15) Joan Of Pimlico (14/1 +65%)
Joan Of Pimlico

14/1(+65%)
(15) Joan Of Pimlico 14/1, 66/1, fell 3 out (still to be asked for effort) in handicap hurdle at Thurles (23f, good to soft). Off 7 months and needs to get back on track.
Making some headway when falling three out at Thurles; blinkers now left off.
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15th (3) Hot Shimmer (80/1 -300%)
Hot Shimmer

80/1(-300%)
(3) Hot Shimmer 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Thirteenth of 14 in novice hurdle (100/1) at Limerick (16f, soft) 112 days ago. Back up in trip. Makes handicap hurdle debut.
Third in a maiden; could be some improvement lurking now into handicaps.
|PU|
|PU| (7) Ivoir Borget (80/1 -21%)
Ivoir Borget

80/1(-21%)
(7) Ivoir Borget 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Pulled up in claiming hurdle (150/1) at Clonmel (18.5f, heavy) 63 days ago, tailing off long way out. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Best watched on handicap hurdle debut.
Cheekpieces are tried on handicap debut and this will be his first time on this ground.
LTO Selection:

17:20 Punchestown Handicap Hurdle 19f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

REFLECTIONIST showed improved form on his first start for Gavin Cromwell at Clonmel earlier this month and gets the vote to go one better. The Sea The Stars gelding finished well when second to Rathnaleen Kal over this trip and remains on a lowly mark. Banada Bridge looks an obvious threat, having filled the runner-up spot at Fairyhouse last November, and following a number of runs on winter ground, further advertised her claims when again second to Gaoth Chuil at Leopardstown in March. Hot Shimmer was third in a Limerick maiden last November and the lightly-raced mare now makes her handicap debut. Bella Union and Haveuseentherain are others for the shortlist.

BELLA UNION has offered more in recent starts and figures off a handy mark. He is taken to open his account. Reflectionist made a good start for his new yard at Clonmel last time and is feared most, whilst Banada Bridge also enters calculations.

The first-time hood had a positive effect when REFLECTIONIST went close on his debut for Gavin Cromwell.


17:26 Brighton Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 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
(12) Joli's Legacy (16/1 +0%)
Joli's Legacy

16/1(+0%)
(12) Joli's Legacy 16/1, One win from 21 Flat runs. Sixth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (7f, 100/1) 74 days ago. Others preferred. 1 lb out of the weights.
Ran okay here in October but poor strike-rate and easy enough to take on.
1
1st (7) Rivas Rob Roy (4.5/1 +0%)
Rivas Rob Roy

4.5/1(+0%)
(7) Rivas Rob Roy 4.5/1, Course winner who arrives on back of creditable second of 7 in handicap here (8f, good) 20 days ago. Holds solid claims off same mark.
1m AW winner in March and 2nd over C&D three weeks ago; has the ability to feature.
2
2nd (2) Graffiti (12/1 -100%)
Graffiti

12/1(-100%)
(2) Graffiti 12/1, Good third of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f, 15/2). Off 166 days. Back down in trip. Others more persuasive.
Hurdle winner; placed over 1m2f when last seen; 1m perhaps sharp enough after a break.
3
3rd (4) Mr Marvlos (7.5/1 +38%)
Mr Marvlos

7.5/1(+38%)
(4) Mr Marvlos 7.5/1, Unreliable individual. 9/2, last of 6 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f) 12 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.
Struggles for consistency and this exposed maiden could prove vulnerable once more.
4
4th (3) Compere (6/1 +25%)
Compere

6/1(+25%)
(3) Compere 6/1, Creditable fourth of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f, 6/1) 19 days ago. Remains fairly treated and can make presence felt.
Two good AW runs this spring; return to turf shouldn't hurt; still capable of better.
5th
5th (1) Cap D'antibes (2.75/1 +69%)
Cap D'antibes

2.75/1(+69%)
(1) Cap D'antibes 2.75/1, Creditable fifth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 10/1) 20 days ago. 2 lb below last winning mark and not taken lightly.
All wins on AW but has run well in both Brighton starts; should have a big run in him.
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6th (5) Adace (8.5/1 +47%)
Adace

8.5/1(+47%)
(5) Adace 8.5/1, Course winner. Latest win at Kempton in November. Ninth of 13 in handicap (33/1) at Kempton (8f) 20 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Has good chance on pick of form.
1lb lower than for her AW win in November; sharper for her recent run; new headgear today.
7th
7th (6) Laurentia (50/1 -100%)
Laurentia

50/1(-100%)
(6) Laurentia 50/1, 25/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (8f). Off 118 days. First run for yard after leaving Dean Ivory. Needs a couple of these to falter.
Five-time AW winner for Dean Ivory; yet to prove as good on grass; stable debut.
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8th (9) Voodoo Ray (11/1 -100%)
Voodoo Ray

11/1(-100%)
(9) Voodoo Ray 11/1, 8/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable second of 11 in handicap at this course (7f, good), no match for winner. Off 8 months. Warrants respect on return.
Maiden but ended 2022 with a good 2nd over 7f here; more to come this year; 1m should suit.
9th
9th (11) Capla Knight (33/1 -65%)
Capla Knight

33/1(-65%)
(11) Capla Knight 33/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2022. Eleventh of 13 in handicap (33/1) at Chelmsford City (8f) 19 days ago. Makes limited appeal. 1 lb out of the weights.
No sign of a return to form for this yard and others look much safer.
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10th (10) Queen Sarabi (16/1 -191%)
Queen Sarabi

16/1(-191%)
(10) Queen Sarabi 16/1, Course winner. 15/2, third of 9 in handicap at this course (7f, good) 20 days ago. Claims if in same form again. 1 lb out of the weights.
7f winner here one year ago; promising reappearance here 3 weeks ago; stamina not assured.
11th
11th (8) Landing Strip (9/1 +25%)
Landing Strip

9/1(+25%)
(8) Landing Strip 9/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 300/1, last of 9 in minor event at Kempton (8f). Off 167 days. May do better now sent handicapping.
Poor form last winter but there was some promise on debut; can do better now handicapping.
12th
12th (13) Essme (25/1 +50%)
Essme

25/1(+50%)
(13) Essme 25/1, Last of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW, 50/1). Off 6 months. Hard to fancy. 1 lb out of the weights.
Ended 2022 quietly and likely best watched after a six-month break.
LTO Selection:

17:26 Brighton Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Landing Strip has shown very little in her first three starts but has always looked the sort to do better with age, and a mark of 48 for her handicap debut makes her an outsider of interest. Compere has been running well without winning lately on the all-weather and he could go close in this field, but a chance is taken on ADACE. A winner here off 2lb higher in 2021, he is trying cheekpieces for the first time after some below-par efforts on the all-weather and she could bounce back to her best here.

RIVAS ROB ROY ran well here off the same mark earlier this month and gets the nod in a tricky-looking finale. Cap d'Antibes and Compere head the list of dangers.


17:30 Huntingdon Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 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 (6) Enthused (7.5/1 -7%)
Enthused

7.5/1(-7%)
(6) Enthused 7.5/1, Fairly useful Flat winner who boasts some decent bits and pieces of form in this sphere, including when fourth in a 9-runner Fakenham handicap (2½m, good) a fortnight ago. Each-way chance off the same mark here.
0-7 over hurdles but ran well when fourth at Fakenham this month; a possible.
2
2nd (3) Red Force One (3.5/1 +42%)
Red Force One

3.5/1(+42%)
(3) Red Force One 3.5/1, Best part of 3 years have passed since latest success over hurdles but won 3 times on the Flat in 2022 and latest fifth of 13 at Cheltenham (16.8f, good) came in a higher-grade handicap than this. Eased 3 lb since and moving back up in trip looks a good move.
Kept on for very respectable fifth in better race than this at Cheltenham last month.
3
3rd (4) Pass The Love On (5.5/1 -22%)
Pass The Love On

5.5/1(-22%)
(4) Pass The Love On 5.5/1, Showed fair form when runner-up on second outing in bumpers and promise on each of her three starts over hurdles. Jumping needs to improve but she's a notable handicap debutant.
Not beaten far in any of three qualifying runs and open to improvement in handicaps.
4
4th (8) Dellboy Trotter (1.88/1 +37%)
Dellboy Trotter

1.88/1(+37%)
(8) Dellboy Trotter 1.88/1, Recorded back-to-back handicap wins at Market Rasen in June last year. Not at his best first 2 starts since returning from a break in April but recent second at Ludlow (21.2f, good) was a step back in the right direction and a bold show is anticipated.
Consistent since his two wins last June and was clear second off this mark last week.
5th
5th (1) Appreciate (25/1 -194%)
Appreciate

25/1(-194%)
(1) Appreciate 25/1, Rattled off a quick-fire 4-timer over hurdles last spring/summer and added to his tally at Newton Abbot (16.7f, good to soft) in September. However, well held last 2 starts and will probably need the run on the back of a 7-month absence.
Won five times in early part of last season; can feature if tuned up after layoff.
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6th (7) Land Of My Delight (9/1 +25%)
Land Of My Delight

9/1(+25%)
(7) Land Of My Delight 9/1, Fair maiden who returned to form when fifth in big-field Taunton handicap (19f, good to soft) in November, coming from a long way back having nearly come down early on. However, ran no sort of a race next time at Hereford (in January) and absent since.
Absent since struggling on soft ground in January; best watched unless lively in betting.
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7th (2) Groom De Cotte (12/1 -60%)
Groom De Cotte

12/1(-60%)
(2) Groom De Cotte 12/1, Several creditable efforts in handicaps at up to 21.6f during the winter but has yet to get his head in front and was well below that level on return from 3-month absence at Southwell.
Well handicapped on some of last season's form but didn't fire last time and is now 0-8.
8th
8th (5) Perryville (8/1 +27%)
Perryville

8/1(+27%)
(5) Perryville 8/1, Fair form at best in maiden/novice hurdles and no real progress switched to handicaps the last twice, albeit the drop in trip was against him at Southwell (15.8f, soft) latest. Likely to find one or two too good.
Safely held at Southwell last month and now 0-7; others preferred.
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9th (9) Cheer's Delboy (66/1 -32%)
Cheer's Delboy

66/1(-32%)
(9) Cheer's Delboy 66/1, Long-standing maiden who looks set for another struggle from 9 lb out of the handicap.
Longstanding maiden who has struggled on all three starts this spring; 9lb wrong today.
LTO Selection:

17:30 Huntingdon Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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

Based on the summary, the horses that are most likely to finish in the top three are 1.88/1 (8) DELLBOY TROTTER, 3.5/1 (3) RED FORCE ONE, and 7.5/1 (6) ENTHUSED. 1.88/1 (8) DELLBOY TROTTER has been consistent and showed improvement in his recent race, while 3.5/1 (3) RED FORCE ONE has been competitive in higher-grade handicaps and has been eased in weight for this race. 7.5/1 (6) ENTHUSED is a notable handicap debutant and has shown promise in her three starts over hurdles. However, as with any horse race, there is always the possibility of unexpected outcomes.

DELLBOY TROTTER ran a cracker when not beaten far in second at Ludlow and the booking of Harry Cobden could well help him go one better today. Tracey Leeson's charge should be suited by the drop back in trip and he can see off the likes of Pass The Love On and Enthused, who arguably posted a career-best effort when a close-up fourth at Fakenham earlier in the month.

A chance is taken on RED FORCE ONE, who acquitted himself well enough in a stronger handicap than this at Cheltenham last month to suggest that he could take advantage of this career-low hurdles mark in a race of this nature. Dellboy Trotter returned to form when hitting the crossbar at Ludlow recently and is a big threat with Harry Cobden up, while Enthused and handicap debutante Pass The Love On are both worth a second look.


17:40 Gowran Park Maiden 10f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (12) Perfect Portrait (0.83/1 +45%)
Perfect Portrait

0.83/1(+45%)
(12) Perfect Portrait 0.83/1, Thrice-raced filly. 4/6, third of 15 in maiden at this C&D (good to soft) 20 days ago. Trainer going well. The one to beat.
Strong chance on the form of two juvenile runs, did not live up to her billing on return.
2
2nd (8) Letiza (16/1 -60%)
Letiza

16/1(-60%)
(8) Letiza 16/1, Twice-raced filly. Second of 9 in maiden (22/1) at Dundalk (10.7f) 42 days ago, suited by increase in trip. One to consider.
Stepped up considerably from 1m Dundalk when second over extended 1m2f at the same venue.
3
3rd (2) As Fast As Wind (40/1 -150%)
As Fast As Wind

40/1(-150%)
(2) As Fast As Wind 40/1, Lightly-raced filly. Creditable fourth of 14 in nursery at Dundalk (8f, 7/1). Off 167 days. Makes turf debut. Blinkers on 1st time.
Placed once from five starts at Dundalk last year, will need to improve with blinkers on.
4
4th (13) Phases Of Venus (5/1 +29%)
Phases Of Venus

5/1(+29%)
(13) Phases Of Venus 5/1, Once-raced filly. Hooded, fourth of 14 in maiden at Dundalk (7f, 8/1) on debut 39 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Should improve.
Did well considering that plenty went wrong for her first time at Dundalk, should improve.
5th
5th (7) Hey Whatever (20/1 -135%)
Hey Whatever

20/1(-135%)
(7) Hey Whatever 20/1, Once-raced filly. 16/1, fourth of 10 in maiden at Naas (8f, heavy) on debut 58 days ago. Should progress.
Finished in front of Paris View on her only start so far but that rival has improved.
6th
6th (4) Dalliances (33/1 -50%)
Dalliances

33/1(-50%)
(4) Dalliances 33/1, Once-raced filly. Fifth of 9 in maiden (11/1) at Dundalk (10.7f) on debut 42 days ago. Likely to improve.
Almost 7l behind runner-up Letiza on debut at Dundalk, likely to need more experience.
7th
7th (5) Doctor Nightingale (16/1 -88%)
Doctor Nightingale

16/1(-88%)
(5) Doctor Nightingale 16/1, Twice-raced filly. 11/1, third of 10 in maiden at this course (7f, soft) 13 days ago, running on late. Significantly up in trip.
Improved from Bellewstown debut when a staying-on third over 1m here, longer trip may suit.
8th
8th (14) Skyquake (9/1 +25%)
Skyquake

9/1(+25%)
(14) Skyquake 9/1, Once-raced filly. Fourth of 8 in maiden (11/1) at Thurles (8f, soft) on debut, not knocked about. Off 7 months. Open to progress.
Fourth at Thurles on only start last season, second-string for trainer of Perfect Portrait.
9th
9th (6) Givemehoperosa (40/1 +20%)
Givemehoperosa

40/1(+20%)
(6) Givemehoperosa 40/1, €30,000 yearling, Havana Gold filly. Dam, 1m-9.4f winner, half-sister to useful 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Bible Black.
First foal out of a mare who won three races for Ger Lyons including a handicap off 90.
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10th (16) Time To Soar (14/1 -75%)
Time To Soar

14/1(-75%)
(16) Time To Soar 14/1, Twice-raced filly. 40/1, fourth of 15 in maiden at this C&D (good to soft) 20 days ago. Others make more appeal.
Showed that her long-priced fourth on Cork debut was not a fluke with similar C&D display.
11th
11th (11) Paris Review (9/1 +18%)
Paris Review

9/1(+18%)
(11) Paris Review 9/1, Promising sort. Third of 11 in maiden at this course (8f, soft, 5/1) 34 days ago. Should have more to offer.
Stepped up from debut when third behind a longer-priced stablemate over 1m at this venue.
12th
12th (1) Alluring (66/1 -65%)
Alluring

66/1(-65%)
(1) Alluring 66/1, Zoffany filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including winner up to 7f Meu Amor and 5f winner Lovely Mana, both useful.
Half-sister to a Ralph Beckett-trained Listed winner Meu Amor and to two other winners.
13th
13th (9) Mayo For Sam (150/1 -50%)
Mayo For Sam

150/1(-50%)
(9) Mayo For Sam 150/1, Vocalised filly. Dam, 1¼m winner who stayed 1½m, half-sister to useful winner up to 1¾m Cimeara.
Dam a 1m2f handicap winner for Jim Bolger, half-sister to 1m6f Group 3 winner Cimeara.
14th
14th (15) Susie Wosie (80/1 -21%)
Susie Wosie

80/1(-21%)
(15) Susie Wosie 80/1, Zoffany filly. Half-sister to useful 1m winner Ashky. Well worth a market check.
Half-sister to Ashky who won three 1m handicaps at Newmarket last year for the Charltons.
15th
15th (17) Whispering Hopes (150/1 -200%)
Whispering Hopes

150/1(-200%)
(17) Whispering Hopes 150/1, Estidhkaar filly. Closely related to winner up to 10.4f In From The Cold and half-sister to 7f-8.6f winner Elixsoft. Dam Italian 7.5f winner.
Half-sister to useful In From The Cold who recently recorded the seventh win of his career.
16th
16th (10) Nathalia Eclipse (50/1 -52%)
Nathalia Eclipse

50/1(-52%)
(10) Nathalia Eclipse 50/1, Churchill filly. Half-sister to useful 2-y-o 6f winner Thunder Eclipse and French 9.2f-1½m winner Blossom Promise. Trainer going well.
Third foal, half-sister to two winners, including her trainer's 6f scorer Thunder Eclipse.
17th
17th (3) Baby Intello (100/1 -150%)
Baby Intello

100/1(-150%)
(3) Baby Intello 100/1, 16,000 gns yearling, Intello filly. Closely related to 1½m-2m winner Copperplate and half-sister to several winners, including 1½m winner Dubka and 2-y-o 6f winner Soffika, both useful.
Newcomer whose dam has been a good source of winners for Sir Michael Stoute.
LTO Selection:

17:40 Gowran Park Maiden 10f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

A very difficult puzzle. Several winners have come out of the maiden that SKYQUAKE finished fourth in at Thurles towards the end of last season. Furthermore, she had a subsequent Listed winner behind her in fifth. Perfect Portrait earned her mark of 95 courtesy of a close fourth in a Group 3 at the end of last season. She was a beaten favourite over C&D at the start of the month, but is entitled to come on from her seasonal reappearance. Hey Whatever's fourth on debut at Naas has been boosted and she can go well over this longer trip. Letiza took second in Dundalk behind a horse who was then placed in a Group 3, and this is her turf debut. Paris Review, Doctor Nightingale and Phases Of Venus add more intrigue.

PERFECT PORTRAIT has the best form and should capitalise on a good opportunity. Letiza is the biggest danger but Skyquake is one of several others open to improvement.

With an official rating of 95, PERFECT PORTRAIT should have the winning of this. Perhaps she just needed the run on her seasonal debut


17:50 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 23f - 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 (11) Buto (10/1 +9%)
Buto

10/1(+9%)
(11) Buto 10/1, Modest form at best over hurdles in Ireland for John McConnell and hasn't offered much promise in a handful of starts for this yard.
Continues to tumble down the weights for this yard but for good reason; very opposable..
2
2nd (3) Something Golden (4/1 +43%)
Something Golden

4/1(+43%)
(3) Something Golden 4/1, Modest maiden who ran with credit when third of 16 over C&D 17 days ago, with the reopposing Velasco narrowly ahead in second. Thereabouts with a repeat.
Challenged from off the pace here 17 days ago and might have won had he not hit the last..
3
3rd (9) The Longest Day (8.5/1 -6%)
The Longest Day

8.5/1(-6%)
(9) The Longest Day 8.5/1, Poor maiden. Better effort since returning from a 15-month absence when second of 9 over 3m at Perth 27 days ago. Ought to be competitive from an unchanged mark.
His second run back from a long absence when a hanging second over 3m at Perth..
4
4th (2) Velasco (5.5/1 +15%)
Velasco

5.5/1(+15%)
(2) Velasco 5.5/1, Well treated on old form and belatedly took a step back in the right direction for this yard when second of 16 over C&D 17 days ago, with Something is Golden and Tara Brooch behind in third/fourth. Major player if able to build on that for yard which has won this race twice in the last 10 years.
Had two of these behind when runner-up over C&D 17 days ago..
5th
5th (10) Elusive Red (33/1 +67%)
Elusive Red

33/1(+67%)
(10) Elusive Red 33/1, No show in 3 starts since returning from a lengthy absence. Likely booked for another struggle.
He's been pretty poor since returning from an absence, latterly after wind surgery..
6th
6th (6) Tara Brooch (2.5/1 +9%)
Tara Brooch

2.5/1(+9%)
(6) Tara Brooch 2.5/1, Made a sound start to her handicap career when fourth of 16 over C&D 17 days ago, with reopposing pair Velasco and Something Golden around 2 lengths ahead in third/fourth. Lightly-raced profile provides hope that she can build on that.
Given plenty to do when a keeping-on fourth over C&D when trying this far for first time..
7th
7th (7) Dr Shirocco (9/1 -29%)
Dr Shirocco

9/1(-29%)
(7) Dr Shirocco 9/1, Remains a maiden after 24 runs but finished runner-up 3 times over fences over the winter and he was a creditable third over hurdles at Kelso (21f) 13 days ago. Likely to be in the shake-up again.
Made the frame at Kelso (2m5f, good to soft) and going back up in trip is a positive..
8th
8th (4) Get Phar (20/1 -67%)
Get Phar

20/1(-67%)
(4) Get Phar 20/1, Placed 4 times in handicap hurdles for Eoin Griffin. Better signs for current yard when third at Southwell and Perth last summer but he has a 10-month absence to overcome here. Watching brief the percentage call.
Off since last summer but he was running well then; 0-15 but could easily run well..
9th
9th (1) Mr Hailstone (9/1 -125%)
Mr Hailstone

9/1(-125%)
(1) Mr Hailstone 9/1, Looked to be labouring turning for home but stayed on from the rear to win 19.5f Chepstow handicap 38 days ago. Easy to see why connections are sending him over a longer trip this time and he's less exposed than most of these.
Winning handicap debut at Chepstow (2m3f); up in trip on a stiff track but respected..
10th
10th (5) Jims Apple (80/1 -264%)
Jims Apple

80/1(-264%)
(5) Jims Apple 80/1, Poor form in bumpers/over hurdles but handicaps provide her with a more realistic chance. Goes significantly up in trip with first-time cheekpieces replacing the hood she's worn since debut.
Rules form forgettable but she was placed in Irish points and this is her handicap debut..
|PU|
|PU| (8) Imperial Lord (14/1 +65%)
Imperial Lord

14/1(+65%)
(8) Imperial Lord 14/1, Fair Irish bumper winner but has been soundly beaten in 6 starts over hurdles for this yard, including handicaps last twice. A first-time tongue to needs to make a big difference.
Irish bumper winner; it's been a rocky road in Britain; tongue-tie is tried..
LTO Selection:

17:50 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 23f Race Class Flow

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

Anchored towards rear and in danger of losing touch entering the home straight, MR HAILSTONE came from the clouds to make a winning handicap debut at Chepstow last month. On that evidence, he ought to relish a step up from 2m3f and the unexposed son of Sageburg is fancied to defy a subsequent 3lb rise in the ratings. Velasco (second) and Something Golden (third) and closely matched on their recent C&D meeting and both merit consideration, along with The Longest Day, who struck the woodwork at Perth 27 days ago.

Perhaps this can be the day DR SHIROCCO finally gets his head in front. Velasco, Something Golden and Tara Brooch are very closely matched on recent C&D form and may give Sandy Forster's 8-y-o most to think about.

Preference is for TARA BROOCH, who could be ridden more positively than when given plenty to do here last time.


18:00 Ayr Maiden (Class 5) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

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

3/1(+25%)
(5) Loch Carron 3/1, 90,000 gns 2-y-o, Gregorian filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful 1m winner Glenall and 2-y-o 5f/6f winner Glenkitt. Dam unraced. Fifth of 9 in maiden at Catterick (5f, good to firm, 9/2) on debut. Off 12 months. First run for yard after leaving Michael Bell. Should have more to offer.
Cost 90,000gns at the breeze-up; fair debut for Michael Bell last May and better expected.
2
2nd (2) Woobay (3.5/1 -5%)
Woobay

3.5/1(-5%)
(2) Woobay 3.5/1, Better effort 19 months apart when third of 15 in novice event at Redcar (6f, good to soft, 18/1) on debut for this yard 19 days ago and entitled to come on for that.
Third on both starts so far, the latest in April when returning from a 584-day absence.
3
3rd (6) Maggie's Tern (2/1 -45%)
Maggie's Tern

2/1(-45%)
(6) Maggie's Tern 2/1, Should find a race on what she showed at 2 yrs (went close at Leicester over this trip second start) and easy to forgive comeback run on heavy ground.
Best form on fast ground so poor reappearance run on soft best ignored; sets the standard.
4
4th (3) Bloomin Robbery (3/1 +45%)
Bloomin Robbery

3/1(+45%)
(3) Bloomin Robbery 3/1, 125,000 gns yearling, Kodiac filly. Half-sister to several winners, including smart winner up to 6f Waady and 5f winner Hawaam. 20/1, seventh of 15 in novice event at Redcar (6f, good to soft) on debut 19 days ago, never nearer. Open to improvement.
Kodiac filly; 20-1 when seventh in a 6f Redcar novice on debut; improvement needed.
5th
5th (8) Wambamwigwam (80/1 -142%)
Wambamwigwam

80/1(-142%)
(8) Wambamwigwam 80/1, Sioux Nation filly. Dam 6f winner. Last of 6 in novice event at Hamilton (5f, good, 33/1) on debut 16 days ago.
Beaten a long way when last of six on debut (5f); may do better over 6f; hard to fancy.
6th
6th (7) Sweet Carboline (33/1 +34%)
Sweet Carboline

33/1(+34%)
(7) Sweet Carboline 33/1, Sioux Nation filly. Dam, 6f winner, half-sister to useful 7f-1½m winner (stayed 1¾m) Caliburn out of useful 7f/1m winner Enchanted Evening.
Newcomer by Sioux Nation; first foal of a 6f winner; should improve for the run.
7th
7th (4) Hold On Together (125/1 -346%)
Hold On Together

125/1(-346%)
(4) Hold On Together 125/1, Gustav Klimt filly. Half-sister to 1m-1¼m winner Warp Factor and 1m-9f winner Set In Stone, both useful. Dam maiden (stayed 1m), half-sister to smart sprinter Mooneista. 40/1, last of 6 in maiden at this course (7.2f, good to firm) on debut 19 days ago.
40-1 when 16l last of seven in a 7f Ayr maiden on debut; may do better now at 6f.
8th
8th (1) Genevieve (16/1 -33%)
Genevieve

16/1(-33%)
(1) Genevieve 16/1, Orientor filly. Dam 5f winner. Looks stable number 1 on jockey bookings.
By Orientor out of a winning 5f mare; likely to need the experience on her belated debut.
LTO Selection:

18:00 Ayr Maiden (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

After making her first start for new connections at Redcar, WOOBAY is entitled to come on plenty for that highly-promising placed effort, which was her first run in 584 days. Better ground may also suit being the daughter of Starspangledbanner and she is taken to get off the mark today. Loch Carron showed signs of ability on debut just over a year ago and has switched yards since. She must enter calculations along with Maggie's Tern, who is a major contender on the pick of her juvenile form.

MAGGIE'S TERN's comeback run in a heavy-ground handicap at Nottingham can be easily forgiven and she sets a clear standard on the pick of her 2-y-o form. Loch Carron showed ability on her sole run for Michael Bell 12 months ago and should have more to offer, while Bloomin Robbery offered something to work on at Redcar.

On her debut for Charlie Johnston, LOCH CARRON is taken to improve upon her only run as a juvenile and beat Maggie's Tern.


18:10 Gowran Park Maiden 8f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(3) Dream Footsteps (125/1 +0%)
Dream Footsteps

125/1(+0%)
(3) Dream Footsteps 125/1, Twice-raced mare. 28/1, tenth of 15 in maiden at this course (9.4f, good). Off 11 months.
Ran twice at this venue last season, first attempt was respectable, will need a mark.
1
1st (14) Nation's Call (1.1/1 +8%)
Nation's Call

1.1/1(+8%)
(14) Nation's Call 1.1/1, Lightly-raced colt. 7/4, respectable third of 14 in maiden at Cork (10.1f, good to soft) 32 days ago. Back down in trip. Likely to be thereabouts.
Two good runs this season both over 1m2f, strong chance if equally effective at this trip.
2
2nd (6) Cuban Dawn (1.88/1 -15%)
Cuban Dawn

1.88/1(-15%)
(6) Cuban Dawn 1.88/1, Promising individual. 10/3 and tongue strap on for 1st time, second of 10 in maiden at Cork (8f, good) 6 days ago, clear of rest. Likely to open his account here.
Promising in a Listed race first time out, beaten by a stablemate of Nation's Call at Cork.
3
3rd (8) Highland Rahy (125/1 -213%)
Highland Rahy

125/1(-213%)
(8) Highland Rahy 125/1, Twice-raced colt. Fourteenth of 15 in maiden at Cork (8f, good to soft, 18/1) 32 days ago. Others preferred.
Fourth of 14 on debut over 7f at Dundalk, failed to progress over 1m at Cork last month.
4
4th (15) Shayzann (6.5/1 +24%)
Shayzann

6.5/1(+24%)
(15) Shayzann 6.5/1, Shamardal colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart 9.4f/1¼m winner Shamreen and useful 1¼m-1½m winner Shahroze.
Half-brother to five winners including the dual Blandford Stakes winner Shamreen.
5th
5th (1) Thefullbackline (100/1 -150%)
Thefullbackline

100/1(-150%)
(1) Thefullbackline 100/1, Twice-raced gelding. 28/1, sixth of 8 in maiden at Dundalk (10.7f). Off 7 months. Down in trip.
Fair third at Cork on belated debut last September, not as effective on AW at Dundalk.
6th
6th (5) Caulaincourt (6.5/1 +7%)
Caulaincourt

6.5/1(+7%)
(5) Caulaincourt 6.5/1, Dark Angel gelding. Brother to 2 winners including, smart 7f/1m winner Happy Power: dam unraced. Interesting newcomer.
One of three runners for Ger Lyons, half-brother to useful eight-time winner Happy Power.
7th
7th (13) Mythical Phoenix (150/1 -200%)
Mythical Phoenix

150/1(-200%)
(13) Mythical Phoenix 150/1, 24,000 gns yearling, Dandy Man gelding. Brother to 5f/5.3f winner Vandad and half-brother to winner up to 1¼m Topa and useful 1m winner Hotel Wren. Dam unraced due to injury.
Fourth foal brother to 5f winner Vandad, half-brother to winners at 7f and further.
8th
8th (11) Monitola (40/1 +0%)
Monitola

40/1(+0%)
(11) Monitola 40/1, Twice-raced colt. 13/2 and tongue strap on for 1st time, sixth of 11 in maiden at Limerick (7f, soft) 31 days ago. Should improve.
First run was over 1m, seemed to find 7f inadequate at Limerick on his second start.
9th
9th (4) Booyea (200/1 +0%)
Booyea

200/1(+0%)
(4) Booyea 200/1, Twice-raced gelding. Tenth of 15 in maiden (150/1) at this C&D (good to soft) 20 days ago. Engaged 6.55 Roscommon Monday.
Down the field in 1m maidens at Leopardstown and this venue, makes no appeal.
10th
10th (10) Mobilise (40/1 +60%)
Mobilise

40/1(+60%)
(10) Mobilise 40/1, Twice-raced gelding. Seventh of 13 in maiden at Leopardstown (7.2f, heavy, 50/1) 16 days ago.
Ran once at two, will probably need to obtain a handicap mark judged on his seasonal debut.
11th
11th (17) Trishuli River (40/1 -150%)
Trishuli River

40/1(-150%)
(17) Trishuli River 40/1, Once-raced filly. Sixth of 13 in maiden at Leopardstown (7.2f, heavy, 66/1) on debut 16 days ago, not knocked about. Open to improvement. RESERVE.
First reserve, was staying on at the finish over 7f on debut, major improvement needed.
12th
12th (2) At Long Last (33/1 -65%)
At Long Last

33/1(-65%)
(2) At Long Last 33/1, Twice-raced filly. 15/2, fifth of 12 in maiden at this course (7f, soft) 13 days ago.
Has shown a degree of promise in two runs, likely to find a few younger rivals too good.
13th
13th (12) Moondharrig (200/1 -33%)
Moondharrig

200/1(-33%)
(12) Moondharrig 200/1, Once-raced gelding. 200/1 and tongue strap on, last of 20 in maiden at the Curragh (7f, heavy) on debut 59 days ago, very slowly away.
Got upset in stalls first time out at the Curragh, 200-1 then and ended up last of 20.
14th
14th (7) Famous Enough (250/1 +0%)
Famous Enough

250/1(+0%)
(7) Famous Enough 250/1, Thrice-raced gelding. 150/1, twelfth of 13 in maiden at Leopardstown (7.2f, heavy) 16 days ago.
Has run three times over 7f without showing enough to suggest he can win a maiden.
LTO Selection:

18:10 Gowran Park Maiden 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

CUBAN DAWN was highly tried on debut in Listed company, but wasn't outclassed in fourth. He was then beaten by a neck in Cork, so has posted two solid efforts. Nation's Call has raced four times and has accrued a rating of 92. He hasn't been beaten far when placed at Navan and Cork, and is respected. Newcomer Caulaincourt is a full-brother to an eight-time winner, including at Group 2 level, so is of obvious interest. He is nicely berthed in stall one. At Long Last, Lygon Street and another debutant Shayzann could get involved.

CUBAN DAWN has the best form and looks open to more improvement, so he's preferred to Nation's Call, who is closely matched but doesn't have the same scope for progress. Caulaincourt is the pick of the newcomers.

Dermot Weld's 92-rated colt NATION'S CALL may have the measure of last week's Cork second Cuban Dawn


18:20 Hexham Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 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 (3) Harper Valley (1.38/1 +21%)
Harper Valley

1.38/1(+21%)
(3) Harper Valley 1.38/1, Thrice-raced maiden who improved further upped in trip when second of 9 in novice hurdle at Kelso (20.9f, good to soft) 13 days ago, albeit no match for winner. Holds leading claims.
Ran well here before chasing home the odds-on favourite at Kelso (2m5f)..
2
2nd (4) Imperial Data (16/1 -167%)
Imperial Data

16/1(-167%)
(4) Imperial Data 16/1, Imperial Monarch gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser (2m winner) Rindoon. Off mark in Irish points at third attempt (Apr 16). Yard holds strong claims with Harper Valley but he still warrants a market check.
It looked an ordinary Irish point that he won last month..
3
3rd (7) Ninetofive (1.75/1 +47%)
Ninetofive

1.75/1(+47%)
(7) Ninetofive 1.75/1, Showed much improved form despite being kept to 2m after 4 months off (had breathing operation) when runner-up here (16.2f, heavy) in March. Found little on handicap debut at Perth subsequently, though reportedly lost both front shoes. Worth another chance.
Second in a maiden here before losing both his front shoes in a Perth handicap..
4
4th (2) Beaumesnil (40/1 -150%)
Beaumesnil

40/1(-150%)
(2) Beaumesnil 40/1, Pulled up sole outing in points and was too free switched to a bumper at Perth (16.2f, soft) 25 days ago. Makes hurdles debut. Up in trip.
Took a keen hold in the first-time hood at Perth and weakened back into sixth..
5th
5th (5) Jimvale (28/1 -12%)
Jimvale

28/1(-12%)
(5) Jimvale 28/1, Showed a bit dropped in trip when fourth of 14 in novice hurdle at this course (16.2f, good to soft) 17 days ago, staying on gradually. Back up in trip.
Would be getting weight off some of these in a handicap..
6th
6th (6) Kopa Kilana (6/1 +20%)
Kopa Kilana

6/1(+20%)
(6) Kopa Kilana 6/1, Bumper winner who confirmed improvement shown last time when third of 9 in novice hurdle at Kelso (20.9f, good to soft, 11/1) 13 days ago. Has work to do with Harper Valley, though.
Has 5l to find with Harper Valley on their recent Kelso clash; placed at best..
7th
7th (8) Rostello (7/1 -56%)
Rostello

7/1(-56%)
(8) Rostello 7/1, Unreliable type who capitalised on the drop in grade when making all over fences at Southwell in March. Held back by a shoddy round of jumping when fourth at Worcester on most recent outing and makes a belated return to hurdling.
Won a 3m handicap chase at Southwell in March but inconsistent and hasn't built on that..
|PU|
|PU| (9) Ushuaia Dancer (150/1 -275%)
Ushuaia Dancer

150/1(-275%)
(9) Ushuaia Dancer 150/1, Made frame completed start in points but failed to justify support when well held in bumper at Newcastle (16.9f, good) on NH debut 7 days ago. Makes hurdles debut.
He was tailed off in a bumper only last week..
|PU|
|PU| (10) Lady Hobbs (150/1 -127%)
Lady Hobbs

150/1(-127%)
(10) Lady Hobbs 150/1, Well held in a couple of junior hurdles. Up in trip. Tongue strap and cheekpieces on for 1st time.
Tailed off in two juvenile hurdles; more new headgear is soon turned to..
|PU|
|PU| (1) Alcantango (250/1 -67%)
Alcantango

250/1(-67%)
(1) Alcantango 250/1, 150/1, swerved slightly approaching first and unseated rider in novice at this course on hurdling debut 17 days ago. Up in trip.
150-1 when he tried to refuse and unseated his rider here only recently..
LTO Selection:

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

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

Rostello appeals as a likely contender back over hurdles, while Ninetofive retains potential and shouldn't be underestimated, for all that he does need to bounce back from a below-par effort. However, it may be worth siding with the Rebecca Menzies-trained HARPER VALLEY, who should progress having finished a good second at Kelso 13 days ago. Stablemate Imperial Data, who won between the flags at Stradbally last month, also enters calculations.

HARPER VALLEY improved further when runner-up at Kelso 13 days ago and a reproduction of that form could be good enough to see him go one better here. Ninetofive disappointed on his Perth handicap debut but was subsequently found to have lost both front shoes, so can be given another chance. Kopa Kilana may prove best of the rest.

Recent winning chaser Rostello is never the easiest to predict and this may concern NINETOFIVE and Harper Valley.


18:30 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) St Andrew's Castle (12/1 +14%)
St Andrew's Castle

12/1(+14%)
(7) St Andrew's Castle 12/1, Course winner. Latest win at Newcastle in March. 9/2, seventh of 10 in handicap at Hamilton (8.3f, good to firm) 4 days ago, not ideally placed. Up in trip.
Wins have been at 6f/7f; well beaten over 8.5f four days ago; longer trip not sure to suit.
2
2nd (1) Berry Edge (4.5/1 +10%)
Berry Edge

4.5/1(+10%)
(1) Berry Edge 4.5/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2021. Creditable 1½ lengths third of 8 to Royal Countess over C&D (good to firm) on reappearance 19 days ago. Likely to give a good account.
Won off 1lb higher last term and worth considering after promising C&D comeback run.
3
3rd (8) Coconut Bay (12/1 +0%)
Coconut Bay

12/1(+0%)
(8) Coconut Bay 12/1, 9/1, respectable sixth of 10 in handicap at Musselburgh (9f, good) 8 days ago, left poorly placed.
Having only fourth run on turf; needs to step up on last week's sixth at Musselburgh.
4
4th (4) Havana Party (4/1 +43%)
Havana Party

4/1(+43%)
(4) Havana Party 4/1, 15/2, creditable fifth of 10 in handicap at Hamilton (8.3f, good to firm) 4 days ago. Back up in trip. Well handicapped but need to see a bit more.
Conditions suit and chance on his best form but mainly disappointing this year.
5th
5th (10) Tafsir (20/1 -186%)
Tafsir

20/1(-186%)
(10) Tafsir 20/1, Good second of 5 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f, 4/1) 14 days ago, just failing. Can make presence felt again.
0-11; has a chance if reproducing her two good runs over this trip at Newcastle this month.
6th
6th (2) Graces Quest (4.5/1 +50%)
Graces Quest

4.5/1(+50%)
(2) Graces Quest 4.5/1, Never involved in a very competitive Hamilton handicap 9 days ago but fair fourth over this C&D prior to that and should play a part back in these slightly calmer waters.
Her three wins have been over 1m3f plus, but good fourth over C&D on reappearance; player.
7th
7th (6) Bulls Aye (7.5/1 +25%)
Bulls Aye

7.5/1(+25%)
(6) Bulls Aye 7.5/1, Tricky customer but he has run well to be placed on 3 of last 4 starts. Losing run mounting up, though.
Only win in 17 Flat runs was in September 2020; in fair form recently; each-way chance.
8th
8th (9) Royal Countess (8.5/1 -21%)
Royal Countess

8.5/1(-21%)
(9) Royal Countess 8.5/1, Third C&D success of her career when seeing off stablemate Flying Moon and 3 more of today's rivals on her reappearance 19 days ago. Likely to remain very competitive up 4lb.
First win since 2021 over C&D last time (several of these behind her); up 4lb; chance.
9th
9th (3) My Macho Man (22/1 -57%)
My Macho Man

22/1(-57%)
(3) My Macho Man 22/1, Fit from hurdling, 3½ lengths fifth of 8 to Royal Countess (Flying Moon second, Berry Edge third, Graces Quest fourth) in C&D handicap (good to firm) 19 days ago. Should get a bit closer on the revised terms.
Unexposed on the Flat; fair fifth but behind several of today's rivals over C&D last time.
10th
10th (5) Flying Moon (5.5/1 -57%)
Flying Moon

5.5/1(-57%)
(5) Flying Moon 5.5/1, Three-time C&D winner. Creditable length second of 8 to Royal Countess on C&D reappearance (good to firm) 19 days ago. Considered.
Five-time course winner; good second over C&D after a break last time; up a pound; chance.
LTO Selection:

18:30 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow

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

In an interesting handicap it could be folly to ignore the chances of recent second Tafsir, C&D winner Royal Countess or her stable companion Flying Moon, with all three entitled to have a say in the finish. However, top-weight BERRY EDGE could be deemed unlucky when third here last month after being denied a clear run and if he gets the run of the race on this occasion, he may make amends.

FLYING MOON is taken to turn around recent C&D form with stablemate Royal Countess and land a fourth C&D success of his career. Berry Edge is also closely matched with that pair on C&D form last time and is another unlikely to be too far away.

In a tricky race FLYING MOON, who won three on the trot over C&D last year, is taken to beat the in-form maiden Tafsir.


18:40 Gowran Park Handicap 8f - 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
(15) Vidala (25/1 +50%)
Vidala

25/1(+50%)
(15) Vidala 25/1, 28/1, eighth of 11 in handicap at Cork (10f, good to soft). Off 10 months. Hard to make a case for.
Precious little of note and absent since July; 1lb wrong and drops in trip.
1
1st (6) Pinball Wizard (25/1 +50%)
Pinball Wizard

25/1(+50%)
(6) Pinball Wizard 25/1, Tenth of 13 in novice hurdle at Tramore (16f, good to firm, 66/1) on NH debut. Off 9 months. Significantly up in trip. Fair on the all weather. Others are preferred. Engaged 6.25 Roscommon Monday.
Absent since August but handicapper has given him a chance.
2
2nd (7) Bright Moment (14/1 +13%)
Bright Moment

14/1(+13%)
(7) Bright Moment 14/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Eighth of 12 in handicap (14/1) at Killarney (11.4f, soft). Off 7 months. Back down in trip.
Moderate form over various trips last year; hard to fancy.
3
3rd (11) Nyla Rua (3.5/1 +50%)
Nyla Rua

3.5/1(+50%)
(11) Nyla Rua 3.5/1, 15/2 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, first run since leaving T. G. McCourt when respectable fourteenth of 25 in handicap at Cork (7f, good) 6 days ago. Enters calculations.
Beaten favourite on last week's Cork comeback run; respected nonetheless.
4
4th (8) Everylittlestep (2/1 +50%)
Everylittlestep

2/1(+50%)
(8) Everylittlestep 2/1, 5/2, respectable fifth of 16 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 35 days ago. Likely to be on the premises.
Ran well for long way over C&D last month; definite claims.
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5th (16) Wrist Art (6/1 +14%)
Wrist Art

6/1(+14%)
(16) Wrist Art 6/1, Below form thirteenth of 29 in handicap (11/2) at the Curragh (7f, heavy), not ideally placed. Off 6 months. Tongue strap on 1st time. Others preferred.
C&D second last October lacks a recent run and 2lb wrong.
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6th (12) Well Suited (5.5/1 +50%)
Well Suited

5.5/1(+50%)
(12) Well Suited 5.5/1, Thirty one runs since last win in 2021. Respectable seventh of 16 in handicap at this C&D (heavy, 12/1) 35 days ago. Visor back on. Can make presence felt.
Last month's Turf return over C&D not without merit; Billy Lee takes over.
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7th (10) Von Krolock (150/1 -200%)
Von Krolock

150/1(-200%)
(10) Von Krolock 150/1, Last of 15 in maiden at Cork (6f, soft, 250/1) 18 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Makes handicap debut.
Shown very little in six starts so hard to make a case for on handicap debut.
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8th (13) Gatsby Cap (14/1 +44%)
Gatsby Cap

14/1(+44%)
(13) Gatsby Cap 14/1, C&D winner. Thirteen runs since last win in 2021. 10/1, fourth of 6 in handicap at Leopardstown (8f, heavy) 51 days ago.
Regressive of late although testing ground not in his favour last time; others preferred.
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9th (2) Aurora Nova (18/1 -64%)
Aurora Nova

18/1(-64%)
(2) Aurora Nova 18/1, 8/1, bit below form eighth of 13 in handicap at Sligo (5.7f, soft) 23 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Significantly up in trip.
Plenty of excuses at Sligo last time; Colin Keane booking takes the eye.
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10th (9) Flier (28/1 -40%)
Flier

28/1(-40%)
(9) Flier 28/1, 22/1, bit below form tenth of 29 in handicap at the Curragh (7f, heavy). Off 6 months. Tongue strap back on.
Curragh run last October would put her in the mix but unproven over this far.
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11th (3) Run For You (33/1 -65%)
Run For You

33/1(-65%)
(3) Run For You 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventeenth of 20 in maiden at Naas (8f, good, 125/1) 17 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Must bounce back.
Hasn't looked progressive; still time to improve but others preferred.
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12th (1) Rocky Dreams (18/1 -13%)
Rocky Dreams

18/1(-13%)
(1) Rocky Dreams 18/1, Latest win at Dundalk in March. Eighth of 12 in handicap (15/2) at Dundalk (6f) 42 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Others make more appeal.
Prolific Dundalk AW winner; ground to suit but this trip stretches him.
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13th (5) Merlins Muse (125/1 +0%)
Merlins Muse

125/1(+0%)
(5) Merlins Muse 125/1, 80/1, last of 23 in handicap at Navan (5.8f, heavy). Off 7 months. Significantly up in trip. Makes plenty of appeal.
Twice a winner in US but nothing so far in Ireland and easily passed over.
LTO Selection:

18:40 Gowran Park Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

EVERYLITTLESTEP has a shot at making the breakthrough. Generally, she runs this track well and was placed on three occasions here in May and June last year. Aurora Nova looks dangerous with Colin Keane booked for the first time. On her penultimate start in Dundalk, she kept on for fourth and was beaten less than two lengths. Gatsby Cap has been out of form, but has dropped to a very lowly mark and this is one of the two tracks he has won at. Wrist Art has a chance of prize money, but Stay Local's form is on slower ground.

STAY LOCAL shaped nicely at Naas last time and is still relatively unexposed, so she's worth siding with ahead of Everylittlestep, who also arrives in form. Well Suited is another one to consider.

Preference is for EVERYLITTLESTEP, who often runs well here


18:50 Hexham Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f - 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 (6) Derracrin (6.5/1 +41%)
Derracrin

6.5/1(+41%)
(6) Derracrin 6.5/1, Poor maiden handicap hurdler and not an obvious chasing type on looks.
Inching down weights; in fair form in 2m1f hurdles; needs improvement on chase debut.
2
2nd (8) Hapy La Vie (11/1 +56%)
Hapy La Vie

11/1(+56%)
(8) Hapy La Vie 11/1, Made frame both starts in Irish points but he's offered very little in 4 hurdle starts this winter. 4 lb out of the weights ahead of chase bow.
Quite promising 5th on handicap hurdle debut; bred to make a chaser but out of the weights.
3
3rd (3) Jimmy Rabbitte (3.33/1 +5%)
Jimmy Rabbitte

3.33/1(+5%)
(3) Jimmy Rabbitte 3.33/1, Failed to show a great deal of spark after returning from a lengthy absence in November but attracted support and duly turned in his best effort for some time when runner-up in handicap hurdle at Kelso 2 weeks ago. Player if building on that back over fences.
Poor chase form back from absence; went close over hurdles recently; on good mark now.
4
4th (4) Doyens De Ante (2.25/1 -13%)
Doyens De Ante

2.25/1(-13%)
(4) Doyens De Ante 2.25/1, Maiden hurdler but has taken well to chasing, opening his account at the fourth attempt with headgear refitted at Chepstow (26.2f, good, 6/1) before following up in convincing fashion at Huntingdon 12 days ago. Should make a bold bid for the hat-trick.
Won last 2 chase starts, at 3m2f/2m7f; strong traveller who may cope fine back at 2m4f.
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5th (5) West Lawn (9/1 +10%)
West Lawn

9/1(+10%)
(5) West Lawn 9/1, Winning pointer and successful twice over hurdles (both at 23.3f) here last year. Below par last 2 starts 10 months apart, including on chase bow here 17 days ago, but clearly better than that.
Two 2m7f hurdle wins here in 2022; point winner in April; pulled up on chase debut since.
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6th (7) Zihuatanejo (8/1 +20%)
Zihuatanejo

8/1(+20%)
(7) Zihuatanejo 8/1, Lightly-raced maiden hurdler. Showed aptitude for chasing when fourth in 10-runner Ayr handicap (16.5f) but reported to have bled next 2 starts. Risky.
Irish point winner in 2020; lightly raced since; bled from the nose on last 2 starts.
|PU|
|PU| (2) Trevelyn's Corn (4.5/1 +10%)
Trevelyn's Corn

4.5/1(+10%)
(2) Trevelyn's Corn 4.5/1, Back on track when second in handicap chase at this C&D, despite going in snatches. Did too much too soon in first-time headgear back here next time, though the fact he went like the best horse at the weights for most of the way suggests he's well worth another chance.
Maiden over fences but acts well over C&D; this less testing ground can suit; thereabouts.
|PU|
|PU| (1) Bulldoze (40/1 -344%)
Bulldoze

40/1(-344%)
(1) Bulldoze 40/1, Couple of good efforts for this yard over a year ago but is an awkward maiden and may well need this after 13 months off.
Has shown ability over fences but unproven over this far and has been off for over a year.
LTO Selection:

18:50 Hexham Handicap Chase (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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

DOYENS DE ANTE has improved since the fitting of cheekpieces last month, winning back-to-back starts, and Max Young's seven-year-old may be capable of better, despite a subsequent 7lb hike in the ratings. Connections have wasted little time in sending Hapy La Vie over the larger obstacles and he must be respected in receipt of weight, while Trevelyn's Corn appeals as the pick of the remainder.

DOYENS DE ANTE has made an encouraging start to his chasing career and the manner of his win at Huntingdon suggests a hat-trick is on the cards. Trevelyn's Corn was lit up by first-time headgear over C&D last time but he's capable of defying his current mark if things go his way, while Jimmy Rabbitte was a back-to-form second over hurdles at Kelso 2 weeks ago.

Jimmy Rabbitte is respected on his hurdle form but DOYENS DE ANTE is taken to continue his good chase form now back at 2m4f.


19:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 3) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) Walking On Clouds (12/1 +40%)
Walking On Clouds

12/1(+40%)
(7) Walking On Clouds 12/1, 3 wins from 10 runs this year. Latest win at Southwell in February. 9/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.2f, soft) 23 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Has work to do.
Five sprint wins on AW for new yard; turf mark has suffered; well held on grass latest.
2
2nd (5) Venturous (16/1 +11%)
Venturous

16/1(+11%)
(5) Venturous 16/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Ninth of 11 in minor event (50/1) at Newcastle (6f) 46 days ago. Not easy to make a case for.
Retained plenty of ability on AW over the winter but infrequent winner on turf these days.
3
3rd (4) Abduction (2.5/1 +29%)
Abduction

2.5/1(+29%)
(4) Abduction 2.5/1, Course winner. 6/1, good second of 15 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, soft) 23 days ago, suited by emphasis on stamina.
Latest 2 wins over 7f but useful form dropped to 5f latest; can go well back over 6f.
4
4th (2) Significantly (9/1 -29%)
Significantly

9/1(-29%)
(2) Significantly 9/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2021. Hooded for 1st time, below form eighth of 15 in handicap at Catterick (5f, soft, 14/1). Off 7 months. Potentially on a good mark starting out for an in-form yard.
High-class 3yo at 5f/6f; lost his way in 2022; now 16lb lower than last spring; new yard.
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5th (3) Soldier's Minute (4.5/1 -29%)
Soldier's Minute

4.5/1(-29%)
(3) Soldier's Minute 4.5/1, Gave the firm impression he's on the way back after a low-key start to the year when thirteenth of 21 in handicap (28/1) at York (6f, firm) 6 days ago. Can make presence felt.
Close 2nd in Silver Cup here in 2021; well handicapped; troubled run at York last week.
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6th (8) Fast And Loose (7/1 -75%)
Fast And Loose

7/1(-75%)
(8) Fast And Loose 7/1, Promising sort. Shaped as if better for the run when 4¾ lengths third of 8 to Woven in handicap (7/1) at Doncaster (6f, heavy) 17 days ago. Blinkers back on. Has to be taken seriously.
Progressive at 6f in 2022; no match for Woven on return (soft); good ground suits.
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7th (1) Woven (2.75/1 +39%)
Woven

2.75/1(+39%)
(1) Woven 2.75/1, Won 8-runner handicap (7/2) at Doncaster (6f, heavy) on return 17 days ago. Can give a good account.
Very infrequent winner; back up 5lb for successful return when soft ground probably helped.
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8th (6) Shalaa Asker (18/1 -50%)
Shalaa Asker

18/1(-50%)
(6) Shalaa Asker 18/1, 3 wins from 9 runs this year. Latest win at Chelmsford City in April. 20/1, respectable fifth of 15 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, soft) 23 days ago.
Turf mark gone up in tandem with AW one and now 11lb higher than latest 6f turf defeat.
LTO Selection:

19:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 3) 6f Race Class Flow

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

ABDUCTION has done well since joining his current yard and looks worth chancing after a near-miss from the same mark at Musselburgh last month. The gelding is versatile regarding the trip and, with the forecast going unlikely to pose any problems, a bold showing can be expected. Woven has to be respected after his comfortable success at Doncaster 17 days ago, but Fast And Loose (third) is not without hope of reversing that form on the revised terms.

FAST AND LOOSE looks the type to make a better 4-y-o and shaped as if better for the run after 7 months off when third behind Woven at Doncaster. He's taken to reverse the placings on 6 lb better terms. Soldier's Minute caught the eye at York last week and is another to consider.

Fast And Loose is likely to go well but ABDUCTION has scope as a sprinter for this yard and is preferred.


19:10 Gowran Park Handicap 8f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Shona Mea (3.5/1 +22%)
Shona Mea

3.5/1(+22%)
(3) Shona Mea 3.5/1, C&D winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2021. Bit below form eighth of 15 in handicap (4/1) at Cork (10.1f, good) 6 days ago. Back down in trip. Looks competitive on form.
Recent Cork run below best but overall record at this track puts her on the shortlist.
2
2nd (1) Super Cub (7/1 +0%)
Super Cub

7/1(+0%)
(1) Super Cub 7/1, One win from 23 Flat runs. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, good fifth of 25 in handicap at Cork (7f, good, 12/1) 6 days ago. Every chance if back to best.
Seasonal best in first-time cheekpieces at Cork six days ago; 2lb higher.
3
3rd (15) Plugged In (16/1 +0%)
Plugged In

16/1(+0%)
(15) Plugged In 16/1, Respectable eighth of 15 in handicap (7/1) at Bellewstown (7.8f, good to soft) when last seen. Off 7 months.
Runs well fresh but 6lb wrong here for seasonal return.
4
4th (5) Skontonovski (4/1 +0%)
Skontonovski

4/1(+0%)
(5) Skontonovski 4/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Good third of 15 in handicap (12/1) at Killarney (8.1f, good to soft) 7 days ago. Shortlist material.
Back to form at Killarney a week ago; 3lb higher but still on a nice mark.
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5th (6) Boomerang Bill (33/1 -50%)
Boomerang Bill

33/1(-50%)
(6) Boomerang Bill 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Off 9 months. First run for yard after leaving Joseph Patrick O'Brien. Makes handicap debut. Not taken lightly.
Lightly raced last year with Joseph O'Brien; market worth a watch here on handicap debut.
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6th (2) Simply Sideways (3.33/1 +5%)
Simply Sideways

3.33/1(+5%)
(2) Simply Sideways 3.33/1, C&D winner. Creditable fourth of 15 in handicap (7/2) at Killarney (8.1f, good to soft) 7 days ago, left with too much to do.
Recent C&D winner ran well off revised mark at Killarney; shortlisted again.
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7th (14) Pink Socks (50/1 +0%)
Pink Socks

50/1(+0%)
(14) Pink Socks 50/1, Poor maiden. Off 6 months.
Safely held in handicaps so far and first run since November so may need this.
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8th (11) Leviosa (6/1 +20%)
Leviosa

6/1(+20%)
(11) Leviosa 6/1, Course winner. Respectable 3½ lengths second of 16 to Simply Sideways in handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 10/1) 20 days ago.
C&D second to Simply Sideways puts her in the mix, especially if getting strong pace.
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9th (12) Salt Whistle Bay (20/1 +20%)
Salt Whistle Bay

20/1(+20%)
(12) Salt Whistle Bay 20/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2022. First run since leaving J. F. Levins when below form 11 lengths seventh of 16 to Simply Sideways in handicap (66/1) at this C&D (good to soft) 20 days ago.
Yard debut over C&D early this month when midfield behind Simply Sideways; more needed.
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10th (8) Wonder Spirit (20/1 -11%)
Wonder Spirit

20/1(-11%)
(8) Wonder Spirit 20/1, Winner at Dundalk in February. 11/1, 16 lengths eleventh of 16 to Simply Sideways in handicap at this C&D (good to soft) 20 days ago.
Well beaten over C&D recently; better ground should suit but lots more needed.
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11th (4) Albatala (100/1 -355%)
Albatala

100/1(-355%)
(4) Albatala 100/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Off 8 months. Tongue strap on 1st time. Makes handicap debut.
Midfield finishes in maidens; tried tongue tied for handicap debut so potential improver.
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12th (17) Man Is King (33/1 +18%)
Man Is King

33/1(+18%)
(17) Man Is King 33/1, 25/1, twentieth of 23 in handicap at the Curragh (6f, heavy) 37 days ago. Significantly up in trip. RESERVE.
Poor sort is 8lb wrong here; reserve.
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13th (7) Lily Like (12/1 +14%)
Lily Like

12/1(+14%)
(7) Lily Like 12/1, Remains a maiden after 21 Flat runs. Fourteenth of 17 in handicap (8/1) at this course (9.4f, soft) 13 days ago.
Drop back in trip sure to suit, not sure about the high draw though.
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14th (10) El Maga (80/1 -60%)
El Maga

80/1(-60%)
(10) El Maga 80/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2021. Twentieth of 23 in handicap at Navan (5.8f, soft, 50/1) 10 days ago. Significantly up in trip.
Nowhere near the frame for current yard and hard to make a case for despite declining mark.
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15th (13) Gentleman Jimmy (66/1 -32%)
Gentleman Jimmy

66/1(-32%)
(13) Gentleman Jimmy 66/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 18/1, last of 15 in handicap at Leopardstown (9f, heavy) 48 days ago. Risky proposition at present.
Hard to fancy unless better ground brings about massive improvement.
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16th (16) The Rabbit Catcher (33/1 +34%)
The Rabbit Catcher

33/1(+34%)
(16) The Rabbit Catcher 33/1, Below form ninth of 16 in handicap (40/1) at this course (8.3f, heavy) when last seen. Off 7 months. First run for yard after leaving T. G. McCourt. Enters calculations.
Didn't trouble judge for Tom McCourt but best form here; off since October and 3lb wrong.
LTO Selection:

19:10 Gowran Park Handicap 8f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

SHONA MEA has won twice at this track and has good prospects. On her penultimate start, she ran well in second over C&D behind a horse who followed up on her next start. Simply Sideways was a comfortable winner over C&D and then didn't have a clear route, off 12lb higher, when keeping on for fourth at Killarney. She's a contender. Skontonovski showed a welcome return to form when a close third over an extended 1m in Killarney. He is clearly on an attractive mark. Leviosa showed more when runner-up over C&D at the start of the month.

SKONTONOVSKI went close at Killarney last week and could strike if in the same form here. Super Cub and Boomerang Bill are a couple of others to consider.

Skontonovski rates a big player but preference is for LEVIOSA, a recent strong finishing second to Simply Sideways over C&D


19:20 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (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 (3) Glinger Flame (12/1 -9%)
Glinger Flame

12/1(-9%)
(3) Glinger Flame 12/1, 3-time C&D winner who was well held after 19 months off at Ayr (21.4f, good) 31 days ago, considerately handled. This will give a better indication of how much ability he retains.
Entitled to need the run at Ayr following a long absence; on a dangerous mark..
2
2nd (7) Applaus (18/1 +10%)
Applaus

18/1(+10%)
(7) Applaus 18/1, Untrustworthy individual who ran one of his better races when 2¾ lengths third of 6 to Moonlight Glory in handicap hurdle at this C&D (good to soft) 10 days ago. 4 lb better off with that rival now and well in the mix with a repeat.
Third behind Moonlight Glory ten days ago but he's not that consistent..
3
3rd (5) Captain Zebo (6/1 +50%)
Captain Zebo

6/1(+50%)
(5) Captain Zebo 6/1, Has done most of his winning at Carlisle. Fared a little better than of late in first-time cheekpieces when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at this course (16.2f, good to soft) 17 days ago, though was well positioned. Back up in trip.
Was better here 17 days ago but still finished behind Onward Route; will need more..
4
4th (4) Onward Route (4.5/1 -13%)
Onward Route

4.5/1(-13%)
(4) Onward Route 4.5/1, Course winner who showed the benefit of a recent run when second of 10 in handicap hurdle here (16.2f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Respected off a 2 lb higher mark back up in trip.
Narrowly beaten over 2m here 17 days ago; has form over further and he's a player..
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5th (8) Moonlight Glory (10/1 -122%)
Moonlight Glory

10/1(-122%)
(8) Moonlight Glory 10/1, Gained reward for consistency when winning 6-runner handicap hurdle at this C&D (good to soft, 10/3) 10 days ago, always holding on. Should give another good account.
Promoted to a Class 3 this time but a 4lb rise shouldn't be too damaging..
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6th (2) Voix Du Reve (5/1 +9%)
Voix Du Reve

5/1(+9%)
(2) Voix Du Reve 5/1, Capitalised on a drop in the weights in 7-runner handicap hurdle (7/1) at Ayr (20.4f, good) 31 days ago, asserting flat. Remains well treated on old form, so player if backing that up.
He finally exploited his much-reduced mark with a clearcut victory at Ayr; back up 4lb..
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7th (6) Rattle Owl (2.75/1 +50%)
Rattle Owl

2.75/1(+50%)
(6) Rattle Owl 2.75/1, Dual winner of novice events in 2021 who was given a considerate return from 16 months off when ninth of 15 at Ayr (2m, good) 32 days ago. Merits consideration back up in trip with that under his belt.
Decent show at Ayr after a long absence and now returns to his winning trip..
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8th (9) Balkalin (7.5/1 +6%)
Balkalin

7.5/1(+6%)
(9) Balkalin 7.5/1, 11-y-o who has returned from 6 months off better than ever, doubling his tally under a promising 7-lb claimer in 12-runner handicap hurdle at Kelso (20.9f, good to soft, 9/2) 13 days ago, always holding on. 5 lb higher mark in a stronger race makes life tougher, though.
Recent Kelso winner when claimer ridden; has more on his plate in this higher grade..
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9th (1) Didtheyleaveuoutto (12/1 -71%)
Didtheyleaveuoutto

12/1(-71%)
(1) Didtheyleaveuoutto 12/1, Useful sort who reached the frame for the second year running in the Silver Trophy at Chepstow (19.5f) in October. Below par in this sphere since, but ran up to his best back on the Flat when second at Pontefract last time and makes some appeal back over hurdles with his yard back among winners.
Has back-class and it was an encouraging effort on the Flat at Pontefract a month ago..
LTO Selection:

19:20 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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

MOONLIGHT GLORY looked to be value for more than the winning margin suggested when scoring over C&D last time out and a 4lb rise may not be enough to prevent her going in again off a low weight. Mark Walford's mare gets the vote ahead of the likes of veteran Voix Du Reve and Onward Route, who promises to be well suited by this trip having been narrowly denied over shorter here on his most recent outing.

RATTLE OWL is on a good mark on the pick of his novice form so he's taken to show the benefit of his comeback and come out on top with this step back up in trip likely to suit. Didtheyleaveuoutto is another who's been given a real chance by the assessor and makes some appeal with his yard back among the winners. Onward Route completes the shortlist.

A chance is taken on RATTLE OWL. He ran well after an absence at Ayr and is entitled to be considerably sharper here.


19:30 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 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) One Last Hug (3.5/1 -75%)
One Last Hug

3.5/1(-75%)
(4) One Last Hug 3.5/1, Two wins from 46 Flat runs. Career best when winning 12-runner handicap at this course (6f, good, 4/1) 15 days ago. Can give a good account.
Landed a gamble over 6f here last time; big player again if he gets a good pace back at 5f.
2
2nd (1) Stay Smart (7/1 +0%)
Stay Smart

7/1(+0%)
(1) Stay Smart 7/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. Blinkered for 1st time, 6¾ lengths eighth of 12 to One Last Hug in handicap at this course (6f, good, 14/1) 15 days ago, going off too hard. Chance on old form.
His last win was over two years ago and has been well held in three runs this season.
3
3rd (3) Bonito Cavalo (1.88/1 +53%)
Bonito Cavalo

1.88/1(+53%)
(3) Bonito Cavalo 1.88/1, Below form fifth of 11 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to firm, 11/1) 4 days ago.
Nine-race maiden who has not got involved in two runs this term; others more convincing.
4
4th (5) Nodsasgoodasawink (18/1 +0%)
Nodsasgoodasawink

18/1(+0%)
(5) Nodsasgoodasawink 18/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. 25/1, 10¾ lengths eleventh of 12 to One Last Hug in handicap at this course (6f, good) 15 days ago.
Her last win was in August 2021 and has been unplaced in last 13 starts.
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5th (2) Sosallycanwait (2/1 +11%)
Sosallycanwait

2/1(+11%)
(2) Sosallycanwait 2/1, Remains a maiden after 18 Flat runs. Creditable fifth of 19 in handicap (22/1) at Naas (5f, good) 17 days ago. Shortlist material.
0-18 but she ran well in big field at Naas last time and has possibilities.
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6th (7) Smooth Red (100/1 -300%)
Smooth Red

100/1(-300%)
(7) Smooth Red 100/1, Last of 9 in handicap (33/1) at Musselburgh (7.2f, good) 8 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Blinkered for 1st time.
Seven-race maiden who was tailed off at Musselburgh last week and has a lot to prove.
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7th (6) Danah Star (16/1 -33%)
Danah Star

16/1(-33%)
(6) Danah Star 16/1, 25/1, tenth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 18 days ago, finding little. Blinkers back on. Others more persuasive.
16-race maiden who hasn't offered much in three runs for her new yard this spring.
LTO Selection:

19:30 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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

ONE LAST HUG had a number of these in behind him when winning here 15 days ago and Jim Goldie's charge appeals as the one to beat once more, despite a subsequent 4lb rise in the handicap. Sosallycanwait has been running well in defeat recently and she's respected in search of a first career success, while Bonito Cavalo is another with the capacity to go well under optimum conditions.

SOSALLYCANWAIT is taken to finally break her duck having stepped up on her come back run when fifth in a big field at Naas. One Last Hug looked better than ever when scoring here 2 weeks ago so is the obvious threat.

Most of these have plenty to prove but ONE LAST HUG landed a gamble here last time and may well be able to strike again back in trip.


19:40 Gowran Park Handicap 7f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) Rumbled Again (8/1 -14%)
Rumbled Again

8/1(-14%)
(7) Rumbled Again 8/1, Blinkered for 1st time, good third of 16 in handicap at Cork (7f, good, 12/1) 6 days ago. Getting better with each recent run.
Cork run encouraging; could go well under a more positive ride.
2
2nd (10) Rathbranchurch (5/1 +0%)
Rathbranchurch

5/1(+0%)
(10) Rathbranchurch 5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 5/2, very good second of 14 in handicap at Sligo (5.7f, soft) 23 days ago. Back up in trip. Enters calculations.
Sligo second encouraging; one for the shortlist although this probably as far as he wants.
3
3rd (6) Magnanimous Mehmus (8/1 -60%)
Magnanimous Mehmus

8/1(-60%)
(6) Magnanimous Mehmus 8/1, 3/1, creditable fourth of 11 in maiden at Limerick (7f, soft) 31 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. In good form and has to be taken seriously.
Tended to hang right of late and now has blinkers fitted; others probably more progressive.
4
4th (8) Kaydees Magic (22/1 -22%)
Kaydees Magic

22/1(-22%)
(8) Kaydees Magic 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Good fifth of 11 in maiden (11/2) at this course (8f, soft) 34 days ago. Makes handicap debut.
Drop in trip could suit but opposable off this mark.
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5th (3) Hasten Slowly (14/1 -27%)
Hasten Slowly

14/1(-27%)
(3) Hasten Slowly 14/1, Seventh of 9 in nursery at Naas (5.9f, heavy, 7/1) when last seen, ridden too aggressively. Off 7 months.
Ended last season on a low note but trip/ground to suit and yard in form.
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6th (4) Finsceal Go Deo (1.88/1 +84%)
Finsceal Go Deo

1.88/1(+84%)
(4) Finsceal Go Deo 1.88/1, 5/2, creditable second of 12 in maiden at this C&D (soft) 13 days ago. Yard in good form. Makes handicap debut. More required.
Recent C&D maiden second rates a player on handicap debut off a fair mark.
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7th (1) Alabama Pearl (8/1 +27%)
Alabama Pearl

8/1(+27%)
(1) Alabama Pearl 8/1, 8/1, below form fifth of 9 in handicap at the Curragh (7f, soft) 22 days ago. Trainer going well. Blinkers on 1st time.
Expected to come on for Curragh return and blinkers now tried.
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8th (14) Millieblue (20/1 +60%)
Millieblue

20/1(+60%)
(14) Millieblue 20/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Ninth of 12 in handicap (16/1) at Dundalk (6f) 42 days ago. Makes turf debut. Booking of Heffernan a plus. Hood on 1st time.
Dundalk AW form in the spring wasn't progressive; hood fitted but of limited appeal.
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9th (5) Rio Largo (11/1 -120%)
Rio Largo

11/1(-120%)
(5) Rio Largo 11/1, Career best when winning 16-runner handicap (9/1) at this C&D (soft) 34 days ago. Can go well again.
Last month's decisive C&D winner up 9lb so more required; draw not ideal.
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10th (2) Love Mocha (18/1 -50%)
Love Mocha

18/1(-50%)
(2) Love Mocha 18/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Third of 5 in maiden at Sligo (5.7f, good to soft, 4/1) 23 days ago. Back up in trip. Blinkers on 1st time. Makes handicap debut. Could do better.
Hung right both starts last month; blinkers now tried.
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11th (16) Louis Le Broc (33/1 +50%)
Louis Le Broc

33/1(+50%)
(16) Louis Le Broc 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Ninth of 16 in handicap at Cork (7f, good, 66/1) 6 days ago.
Well held in opening two handicaps; down 4lb but still hard to fancy.
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12th (9) Parana Delta (12/1 +0%)
Parana Delta

12/1(+0%)
(9) Parana Delta 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Off 123 days. Makes turf debut. Stable having good spell. Makes handicap debut.
Debuts on Turf for handicap debut and respected from in-form yard.
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13th (12) The Stray Sod (25/1 +50%)
The Stray Sod

25/1(+50%)
(12) The Stray Sod 25/1, Tenth of 12 in handicap (18/1) at Dundalk (6f) 42 days ago.
Glimpses of AW form last winter but recent form not that encouraging.
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14th (15) Zouperior (50/1 -213%)
Zouperior

50/1(-213%)
(15) Zouperior 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 28/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at Sligo (5.8f, good to soft) 7 days ago. Back up in trip.
Two Sligo runs this term modest enough; 4lb down from opening mark but hard to fancy.
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15th (13) Claycastle (66/1 +0%)
Claycastle

66/1(+0%)
(13) Claycastle 66/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Off 9 months. Makes handicap debut.
May want further and best watched on handicap debut.
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16th (11) Daonethatgotaway (66/1 -164%)
Daonethatgotaway

66/1(-164%)
(11) Daonethatgotaway 66/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 50/1, fifteenth of 18 in maiden at Navan (5f, soft) 10 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Significantly back up in trip. Makes handicap debut.
Maiden form not progressive and opening mark looks on the high side.
LTO Selection:

19:40 Gowran Park Handicap 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

RUMBLED AGAIN travelled notably well before finishing third over 7f at Cork last week and it is no surprise to see him on a quick turnaround. He sported blinkers for the first time on that occasion and they are retained. Finsceal Go Deo is drawn to go forward from stall one. She is a prominent racer who came in second over C&D just under a fortnight ago. Magnanimous Mehmus is in a consistent vein of form and ought to go well in first-time blinkers. Rio Largo was a decisive winner over C&D last month and now has to back it up off 11lb higher.

A competitive 3-y-o handicap that can go to MAGNANIMOUS MEHMUS who is in cracking form and deserves a first win. Rio Largo opened his account in good style tackling this trip last time and demands respect despite an 11 lb rise. Rumbled Again is also a big player.

After a very encouraging recent comeback run in a C&D fillies maiden, FINSCEAL GO DEO can make a winning handicap debut


19:50 Hexham Handicap Chase (Class 5) 24f - 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) Kildrum (7/1 -133%)
Kildrum

7/1(-133%)
(3) Kildrum 7/1, Took his form up a notch when winning a second C&D handicap of the season by 25 lengths in March. Similar form when second here off 11 lb higher later that month and remains of interest back from a break in a change of headgear.
Has a solid record at this track but might be on a tough mark now..
2
2nd (6) Henry Brown (1.62/1 +60%)
Henry Brown

1.62/1(+60%)
(6) Henry Brown 1.62/1, Suited by way race developed when finally off the mark over this C&D in September. Generally held form well since, creditable 6¾ lengths fifth of 15 to Gibberwell in handicap chase at this C&D (soft, 15/2) 29 days ago. 2 lb out of weights here, however.
Fifth behind Gibberwell but wasn't beaten too far and he should prefer this good ground..
|U|
|U| (5) Robert D'Ores (1.75/1 +47%)
Robert D'Ores

1.75/1(+47%)
(5) Robert D'Ores 1.75/1, Winning pointer who offered little in a handful of runs over hurdles but made much more of an impact when runner-up on chase/handicap debut over C&D on return 17 days ago and should have more to offer in this sphere.
Second here recently when enjoying this longer trip on his switch to fences..
|PU|
|PU| (2) Storm Lorenzo (4/1 +20%)
Storm Lorenzo

4/1(+20%)
(2) Storm Lorenzo 4/1, Twice a winner over C&D last season but has looked a tricky ride since, though entitled to come on for his recent return here.
Both wins here and perhaps needed the run when an 18l fourth ten days ago..
LTO Selection:

19:50 Hexham Handicap Chase (Class 5) 24f Race Class Flow

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

It could be worth siding with last-time-out C&D winner GIBBERWELL. The seven-year-old has gone up 6lb for that success but confidence will be high and this isn't the strongest of handicaps, so perhaps connections have found their gelding another winnable opening. Kildrum, whose two career successes have come over C&D in the past year, heads the list of dangers from Robert D'ores.

ROBERT D'ORES made much more of an impact when runner-up on his chase/handicap debut over C&D on return despite shaping as if needing the experience, so he's taken to find the required improvement and strike. Gibberwell heads up the dangers.

Preference is for ROBERT D'ORES, who ran well on his debut over regulation fences here last time. Henry Brown is second choice.


20:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Espressoo (4/1 +33%)
Espressoo

4/1(+33%)
(2) Espressoo 4/1, C&D winner. 10/3, ninth of 10 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.2f, soft), possibly amiss. Off 7 months. Not taken lightly.
Won C&D maiden and 7f AW handicap before best form in defeat at York in May; now 2lb lower.
2
2nd (3) Manigordo (7/1 -17%)
Manigordo

7/1(-17%)
(3) Manigordo 7/1, Respectable fourth of 12 in handicap (25/1) at Musselburgh (7.2f, soft) 23 days ago. Can give a good account.
Two 7f wins in August (good); comes to hand early but probably high in weights now.
3
3rd (5) Touchwood (11/1 -29%)
Touchwood

11/1(-29%)
(5) Touchwood 11/1, 12/1, good third of 7 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.2f, good) 8 days ago.
Both wins at 6f but has plenty of 7f form; close 3rd on 2nd run for this yard; thereabouts.
4
4th (7) Judgment Call (5/1 -11%)
Judgment Call

5/1(-11%)
(7) Judgment Call 5/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. Career best when winning 7-runner handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 5/2) 19 days ago, always holding on. Player.
Won 3 of last 6 runs at 7f; on career-high mark up in grade but can give it a good shot.
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5th (4) How Impressive (10/1 -33%)
How Impressive

10/1(-33%)
(4) How Impressive 10/1, 4/1, fifth of 7 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, heavy) 17 days ago, slowly away.
Useful 7f handicap form on AW in April; soft going may not have suited on turf debut since.
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6th (1) Darkness (3.6/1 +20%)
Darkness

3.6/1(+20%)
(1) Darkness 3.6/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2020. Below form fourteenth of 22 in handicap at Ascot (7f, soft, 25/1) 10 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Ran flat in recent 7f Ascot handicap; chance on previous Newmarket 4th now down in grade.
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7th (6) Black Friday (16/1 +11%)
Black Friday

16/1(+11%)
(6) Black Friday 16/1, Course winner. Fifteen runs since last win in 2021. Creditable second of 5 in handicap at this course (6f, good, 7/2) 15 days ago. Back up in trip.
7f winner in 2019; five wins since at sprint trips; others usually stronger at this trip.
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8th (8) Classy Al (3.5/1 -5%)
Classy Al

3.5/1(-5%)
(8) Classy Al 3.5/1, C&D winner. 9/2, creditable 1¼ lengths third of 7 to Judgment Call in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 19 days ago, conceding first run. Expected to be bang there.
Unexposed at 7f; good 3rd over C&D on reappearance; may do better yet at the trip.
LTO Selection:

20:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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

This can go the way of TOUCHWOOD, who ran a fine race on his second start for new connections at Musselburgh and, with improvement possible, he may be able to gain a first success since October 2021. A comfortable winner over C&D last time out, Judgment Call should be able to uphold form with fellow course specialist Classy Al (third), while Manigordo is another with the form to get involved.

CLASSY AL shaped better than the bare result when third behind Judgment Call over C&D on his return and is taken to come out on top this time on 4 lb better terms. The latter named is a big threat however, with Espressoo not taken lightly either on seasonal bow.

It didn't work out for DARKNESS in the Victoria Cup but he has good claims on his fourth in a higher grade at Newmarket previously.


20:10 Gowran Park Handicap 14f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (13) All In Peder (14/1 -250%)
All In Peder

14/1(-250%)
(13) All In Peder 14/1, 7/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, soft) 12 days ago, shaped as if amiss. Cheekpieces on 1st time.
Navan second offers some encouragement but 5lb wrong here.
2
2nd (8) Kalmira (8/1 -23%)
Kalmira

8/1(-23%)
(8) Kalmira 8/1, 2/1, 14¾ lengths eighth of 12 to Nostra Casa in handicap at Sligo (13.1f, soft) 23 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Excuses at Sligo; can be keen but chance if settling.
3
3rd (16) Tory Reel (14/1 +79%)
Tory Reel

14/1(+79%)
(16) Tory Reel 14/1, Eleventh of 13 in handicap (5/1) at Killarney (11.4f, soft) when last seen. Off 7 months. Up in trip. Engaged 8.25 Roscommon Monday.
Winning hurdler 0-6 on the Flat for the McNamaras; first start for new yard and 5lb wrong.
4
4th (1) Douglas Dc (2.25/1 +44%)
Douglas Dc

2.25/1(+44%)
(1) Douglas Dc 2.25/1, Lightly-raced maiden on Flat. Fairly useful winner at 16f over hurdles. 6/1, respectable third of 15 in handicap at this course (14f, soft) 13 days ago. Expected to be bang there.
Recent C&D third should again be thereabouts.
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5th (5) Celtic Revival (9/1 +0%)
Celtic Revival

9/1(+0%)
(5) Celtic Revival 9/1, Creditable fifth of 17 in handicap at this course (9.4f, soft, 22/1) 13 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip.
Encouraging recent Turf return here and likely player if staying this extended trip.
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6th (7) Rock On Pedro (14/1 -17%)
Rock On Pedro

14/1(-17%)
(7) Rock On Pedro 14/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, respectable 9¼ lengths seventh of 12 to Nostra Casa in handicap at Sligo (13.1f, soft, 17/2) 23 days ago. Looks competitive on form.
Plenty to find on last month's Sligo comeback run where cheekpieces were tried.
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7th (10) Swelltime (8.5/1 +15%)
Swelltime

8.5/1(+15%)
(10) Swelltime 8.5/1, 11/1, tenth of 12 in handicap at Killarney (16.8f, good to soft) 7 days ago. Not taken lightly.
Far too fresh at Killarney recently; improver if settling better.
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8th (4) Surviving Murmansk (80/1 +0%)
Surviving Murmansk

80/1(+0%)
(4) Surviving Murmansk 80/1, Tenth of 13 in maiden (150/1) at Leopardstown (7.2f, heavy) 16 days ago. Significantly back up in trip.
Free-running sort must have major stamina doubts now upped markedly in trip.
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9th (6) Make The Switch (33/1 -136%)
Make The Switch

33/1(-136%)
(6) Make The Switch 33/1, Didn't need to be at best when winning 12-runner claimer (4/1) at Dundalk (10.7f) 68 days ago. Back up in trip. First run for yard after leaving John McConnell. More needed.
Claimed at Dundalk in March; first start for new connections off stiff enough mark.
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10th (15) Punters Poet (50/1 -52%)
Punters Poet

50/1(-52%)
(15) Punters Poet 50/1, Fifteenth of 16 in handicap hurdle (66/1) at Clonmel (19.1f, soft) 12 days ago. Back up in trip.
Navan second last summer a solid effort; 4lb wrong here though.
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11th (14) Allhart (125/1 -25%)
Allhart

125/1(-25%)
(14) Allhart 125/1, Lightly-raced maiden. First run since leaving D. Broad when last of 12 in handicap at this course (13.7f, soft, 66/1) 34 days ago, reportedly bled.
Lightly raced 5yo tailed off (burst blood vessel) here last month; 8lb wrong.
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12th (11) Benkei (25/1 +0%)
Benkei

25/1(+0%)
(11) Benkei 25/1, Modest handicapper at best, fit from hurdling (running creditably when last seen). Off 7 months. One to note.
Veteran hasn't won on the Flat since 2016 and seems best watched on seasonal return.
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13th (2) Jawhary (20/1 +75%)
Jawhary

20/1(+75%)
(2) Jawhary 20/1, 100/1, thirteenth of 19 in handicap at Galway (16.5f, good to soft) when last seen. Off 10 months.
Two underwhelming runs for yard last year; reduced mark but still best watched on return.
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14th (9) Kalu Pande (20/1 +75%)
Kalu Pande

20/1(+75%)
(9) Kalu Pande 20/1, 66/1, pulled up in novice hurdle at Clonmel (19.1f, heavy) on NH debut 166 days ago. Very good on last Flat run.
Interrupted campaign in recent years; hard to be confident in.
|RR|
|RR| (12) Ballybaun Star (3.2/1 +71%)
Ballybaun Star

3.2/1(+71%)
(12) Ballybaun Star 3.2/1, Fourth of 19 in handicap (12/1) at Navan (13f, soft) 10 days ago, slowly away.
Navan comeback run encouraging and handles this quicker ground.
LTO Selection:

20:10 Gowran Park Handicap 14f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

BALLYBAUN STAR made up a lot of late ground to finish fourth over 1m5f at Navan. That performance can be marked up as it was on soft ground and his previous form over hurdles came on better ground. He has an each-way chance. Nostra Casa is the obvious starting point after overcoming a long absence to win on stable debut for Paul Flynn at Sligo. The runner-up has since won to frank the form. He clearly enjoyed that testing ground, but this ground will be very different. Douglas Dc is a solid yardstick over this trip. Make The Switch is another to consider.

NOSTRA CASA was well on top when making a successful return at Sligo and can go in again if building on that with Colin Keane up now. Douglas DC and Rock On Pedro are respected.

A revelation when scoring at Sligo, an 11lb rise may not prevent NOSTRA CASA from following up on this better ground


20:20 Hexham Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) First Revolution (1.38/1 +39%)
First Revolution

1.38/1(+39%)
(2) First Revolution 1.38/1, Three-time winner at Sedgefield last summer and best effort since when good second over C&D 10 days ago. Big shout off 1 lb lower.
Has the form to feature and he bumped into one over C&D ten days ago..
2
2nd (5) Robins Field (5.5/1 +8%)
Robins Field

5.5/1(+8%)
(5) Robins Field 5.5/1, Seems to be getting his act together, building on his Wetherby fourth when second at Sedgefield (17f, heavy) 39 days ago. 3 lb out of the handicap but should go well again.
Despite racing freely he still went close at Sedgefield (2m1f, heavy) last month..
3
3rd (4) Konik King (8.5/1 +39%)
Konik King

8.5/1(+39%)
(4) Konik King 8.5/1, Runner-up on the second of 3 bumper starts but well held all 3 starts over hurdles. Something to prove now going chasing after 6 months off.
Potentially on a reasonable mark for handicap debut; had wind op since last time..
4
4th (6) Onenightintown (22/1 -120%)
Onenightintown

22/1(-120%)
(6) Onenightintown 22/1, Back to winning ways with a bit in hand at Sedgefield. Good second at Newcastle next time but found his run of good form coming to a halt at Market Rasen when last seen in December. 4 lb out of the handicap.
His two career wins have come in his last six starts; seems better over further..
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5th (3) Dolly Dancer (3.33/1 +52%)
Dolly Dancer

3.33/1(+52%)
(3) Dolly Dancer 3.33/1, Has struggled since scoring over 3m here last June but she's now 6 lb below that winning mark and tends to come into her own during the spring/summer. Not discounted.
Usually goes well here but not 17 days ago when she stopped quickly and was pulled up..
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6th (1) Lake Takapuna (8.5/1 -240%)
Lake Takapuna

8.5/1(-240%)
(1) Lake Takapuna 8.5/1, Took advantage of a much-reduced mark to score at Ayr (16.5f) in February. Not in same form since but considered in this company.
He inherited his close third back at Ayr last time (on good) in what was an eventful race.
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7th (9) Bandit D'ainay (16/1 +52%)
Bandit D'ainay

16/1(+52%)
(9) Bandit D'ainay 16/1, Four-time winner over fences in France but only poor nowadays. 12 lb out of the handicap.
Unconvincing veteran who isn't helped by being a long way out of the weights..
LTO Selection:

20:20 Hexham Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

All four winners of this race to date have carried more than 11 stone and First Revolution, who carries 11-2 today, can go well after his second over this C&D 10 days ago, but he may still find LAKE TAKAPUNA too good for him. He was only beaten half a length at Ayr off 1lb higher when last seen in March and a repeat of that run may prove good enough in this line-up. Robins Field could come out best of the rest despite having to carry 3lb more than his allotted mark.

FIRST REVOLUTION wasn't far off his best when runner-up over C&D 10 days ago and this looks a decent opportunity off 1 lb lower. Lake Takapuna rates a big threat down in class with Dolly Dancer and Robins Field best of the others.

The 9yo FIRST REVOLUTION (nap) has a lot going for him and his latest conqueror was a chasing debutant who was well ahead of his mark.


20:30 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 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) Novak (3/1 +0%)
Novak

3/1(+0%)
(1) Novak 3/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2022 but knocking on the door with 3 runner-up efforts this spring, the latest over C&D (good to firm) 19 days ago. Has to be taken seriously.
Not the best of strike-rates but in good form (2nd over C&D last time); each-way chance.
2
2nd (4) Rory (6/1 +50%)
Rory

6/1(+50%)
(4) Rory 6/1, Unreliable type. Course winner. Last of 6 in handicap (15/2) at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 4 days ago. Races beyond a sprint trip for the first time here.
Habitual slow starter; tries 7f for first time with cheekpieces left off; not well drawn.
3
3rd (2) Fiftyshadesofred (8.5/1 -55%)
Fiftyshadesofred

8.5/1(-55%)
(2) Fiftyshadesofred 8.5/1, Showed benefit of reappearance run when creditable third of 8 at Chelmsford (7f) last month but comfortably held back on turf at Wetherby (1m) last week. First-time hood reached for on the back of that.
Capable but inconsistent; on a good mark; down in trip with a hood on for first time.
4
4th (8) Merricourt (3/1 +40%)
Merricourt

3/1(+40%)
(8) Merricourt 3/1, C&D winner. Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Back to form when close second of 7 in handicap at Musselburgh (2f, good, 6/1) 8 days ago. Obvious chance off the same mark.
Won over C&D in April 2022; not won since; well treated and good run when second last week.
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5th (9) Oriental Lilly (16/1 -60%)
Oriental Lilly

16/1(-60%)
(9) Oriental Lilly 16/1, C&D winner. Twenty one runs since last win in 2021. Good fourth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (7f, 11/1) 14 days ago.
Has won 10 of her 102 races; good fourth on the AW last time but on a long losing run.
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6th (5) Stalingrad (7.5/1 -15%)
Stalingrad

7.5/1(-15%)
(5) Stalingrad 7.5/1, Remains a maiden after 20 Flat runs. 11/2, fourth of 7 in handicap at Southwell (6f) 12 days ago. Back up in trip.
20-race maiden who has been placed 12 times; quite interesting on second run at 7f.
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7th (7) Monhammer (14/1 +13%)
Monhammer

14/1(+13%)
(7) Monhammer 14/1, C&D winner. 14/1, last of 7 in handicap at Musselburgh (7f, good to soft) on reappearance 18 days ago. Needs to have come a lot.
Dual 7f winner last season; should improve for his reappearance run; interesting contender.
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8th (6) Turbo Command (25/1 -456%)
Turbo Command

25/1(-456%)
(6) Turbo Command 25/1, Successful twice over 7f at Southwell this year, including on latest start 5 weeks ago. All wins on AW but he does have form on turf.
Has won two of his last three races on the AW; yet to win on turf but not ruled out.
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9th (3) Tangled (5.5/1 +66%)
Tangled

5.5/1(+66%)
(3) Tangled 5.5/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. Last of 5 in handicap at this course (6f, good to firm, 15/2) on reappearance 19 days ago, inadequate test. Should strip fitter for the run and this trip more suitable. Blinkers on first time.
Not the force of old; on a good mark but on a long losing run and blinkers now tried.
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10th (10) Royal Princess (150/1 -50%)
Royal Princess

150/1(-50%)
(10) Royal Princess 150/1, Little form of worth in a handful of starts. Been off for 7 months.
Well beaten all starts; would be a surprise winner..
LTO Selection:

20:30 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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

Only narrowly denied in a 0-75 contest at Musselburgh eight days ago, MERRICOURT is able to compete from an unchanged mark and a similar performance could see him go one better now dropped in class. Fellow class dropper Novak merits respect, while Turbo Command, who has been in good form on the all-weather recently, remains of interest back on the grass. Monhammer is only 1lb higher than when successful over C&D in September and he should not be underestimated either.

Iain Jardine looks to hold a strong hand, with NOVAK narrowly perferred to last Monday's Musselburgh runner-up Merricourt. Best of the rest might be Turbo Command, who has won twice on AW this year.

The suggestion is MONHAMMER, who goes well here and should improve markedly on his below-par reappearance run.


20:50 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f - 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 (5) Pateen (9/1 +10%)
Pateen

9/1(+10%)
(5) Pateen 9/1, Back to winning ways at Market Rasen last July. Best run since when second of 11 at Perth (2m) last month, although he was rather outbattled in the closing stages.
Now an 11yo but has won five times and it was a solid run in defeat at Perth a month ago..
2
2nd (1) Kilbrainy (14/1 -40%)
Kilbrainy

14/1(-40%)
(1) Kilbrainy 14/1, Fair in bumpers and made a solid start to his handicap career over hurdles when second at Musselburgh (2½m) in November. Disappointed on his next couple of starts but ran one of last season's better races when fourth at Perth (2½m) last month. Down in trip. One of more likely types.
Inconsistent maiden but continues to fall in the weights and has the form to feature..
3
3rd (11) Chemical Warfare (1/1 +43%)
Chemical Warfare

1/1(+43%)
(11) Chemical Warfare 1/1, Had a fair bit in hand when winning a 2m handicap chase at Newcastle a week ago and makes obvious appeal back hurdling off the same mark. Has run well over C&D before.
Won well over fences last week and reverts back to hurdling off the same mark..
4
4th (2) Lord Caprio (12/1 -33%)
Lord Caprio

12/1(-33%)
(2) Lord Caprio 12/1, Acquitted himself well in a couple of runs at Sedgefield in November but never involved (returned lame) at same course on latest start in February. Is a former C&D winner.
Finished lame on last run but had been in solid form; back from another break..
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5th (8) Jack Yeats (11/1 +39%)
Jack Yeats

11/1(+39%)
(8) Jack Yeats 11/1, Modest strike rate on the Flat and winless following 15 attempts over hurdles. Hard to draw many positives from last month's run after a break.
Has only won on the Flat and didn't run much of a race at Perth after six months off..
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6th (7) Belle Na Bann (16/1 -14%)
Belle Na Bann

16/1(-14%)
(7) Belle Na Bann 16/1, Won handicaps at Fontwell/Newton Abbot for Neil Mulholland last summer. In good form at Catterick for this yard at the start of 2022 but her run of good form came to a halt at Market Rasen in March. Given a bit of time since.
Not sure what happened last time but a dual winner who will run well if back on song..
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7th (3) Malangen (25/1 +24%)
Malangen

25/1(+24%)
(3) Malangen 25/1, Successful twice at up to 2½m at Perth this summer but out of sorts when last seen in the autumn. Possibly best watched on his return.
Since winning twice at Perth last summer his form has taken a turn for the worse..
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8th (9) Comeonrita (80/1 -100%)
Comeonrita

80/1(-100%)
(9) Comeonrita 80/1, First form when remote third in C&D novice 17 days ago. Makes handicap debut now. Less exposed than most.
Questionable what she achieved when a remote third in a novice here 17 days ago..
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9th (4) Haveyougotmymoney (3.5/1 -17%)
Haveyougotmymoney

3.5/1(-17%)
(4) Haveyougotmymoney 3.5/1, Made an encouraging return from a 5-month break when second of 10 at Uttoxeter under Brian Hughes 17 days ago. Big player with Hughes in the saddle again.
Attracted support on his return from a break at Uttoxeter and found only one too good..
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10th (6) Game Beaaa (20/1 -25%)
Game Beaaa

20/1(-25%)
(6) Game Beaaa 20/1, Placed in handicaps at Newcastle and Doncaster for this yard last November but folded tamely as if amiss on her 21f Kelso reappearance a fortnight ago. Can only watch after that.
Best effort looks flattering; pulled up at Kelso after a break and wind surgery..
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11th (10) Danking (100/1 -100%)
Danking

100/1(-100%)
(10) Danking 100/1, Poor maiden nowadays on Flat and hurdles form doesn't amount to much.
Modest Flat maiden who appears to be going the same way over hurdles (0-5)..
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|PU| (12) Click And Collect (33/1 +34%)
Click And Collect

33/1(+34%)
(12) Click And Collect 33/1, Remains a maiden after 19 starts. Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (19.5f, good, 28/1) when last seen in March. First-time blinkers replace visor. Hard to fancy.
11yo who remains a maiden after 19 starts; looks risky in new blinkers..
LTO Selection:

20:50 Hexham Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

CHEMICAL WARFARE was a ready winner over fences at Newcastle last time out and, with the stable's horses running well lately, the switch back to hurdles may not stop him doubling up off the same mark. Should he fail to adapt, then Haveyougotmymoney seems likeliest to take advantage after coming home second at Uttoxeter on his first run since December. Malangen is an interesting alternative, dropping into this class for the first time since May last year when seventh over further off a 5lb higher mark.

CHEMICAL WARFARE won quite comfortably off this mark over fences at Newcastle last week. A couple of placed efforts over C&D last summer show he's effective around here and he can strike again. Recent Uttoxeter runner-up Haveyougotmymoney is an obvious danger under Brian Hughes. Kilbrainy also makes the shortlist.

Brian Hughes keeps the faith in HAVEYOUGOTMYMONEY after they found only one superior when well backed at Uttoxeter.


21:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 13f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) Paramaribo (2/1 +20%)
Paramaribo

2/1(+20%)
(6) Paramaribo 2/1, 5/2, creditable second of 8 in handicap at Musselburgh (2m, good) 8 days ago, having to pick way through. Has to be taken seriously.
Went close at Musselburgh last week and gets another chance off same mark here.
2
2nd (1) Two Auld Pals (3.5/1 +13%)
Two Auld Pals

3.5/1(+13%)
(1) Two Auld Pals 3.5/1, 80/1, creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at Hamilton (13f, good) 9 days ago. That was a Class 4 and he should find life a bit easier back at this lower level. Respected.
Kept on for fifth in recent Sunday Series race; should find this easier; shortlisted.
3
3rd (5) Baez (5.5/1 -10%)
Baez

5.5/1(-10%)
(5) Baez 5.5/1, Fair maiden. Fifth of 6 in handicap (4/1) at Hamilton (11f, good) 16 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Keith Dalgleish. Went close off this mark last summer.
Hasn't really fired on her two starts this spring; upped in trip for today's stable debut.
4
4th (4) Billy Bathgate (10/1 +0%)
Billy Bathgate

10/1(+0%)
(4) Billy Bathgate 10/1, 6/1, respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (12.5f, good to soft) 18 days ago, needing stiffer test.
Ran okay when back on turf this month but this 7yo has a 0-21 strike-rate.
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5th (3) Lawmans Blis (6/1 -50%)
Lawmans Blis

6/1(-50%)
(3) Lawmans Blis 6/1, One win from 22 Flat runs. Two creditable placed efforts on Wolverhampton's tapeta (1½m) this spring. Should be competitive back on turf.
In decent form on AW this spring and remains on good mark for today's turf return.
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6th (7) Ask Peter (5/1 +17%)
Ask Peter

5/1(+17%)
(7) Ask Peter 5/1, Modest maiden. 11/2, fifth of 8 in handicap at Musselburgh (2m, good) 8 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time.
Placed over C&D this month and ran okay at Musselburgh last week; headgear now added.
LTO Selection:

21:00 Ayr Handicap (Class 6) 13f Race Class Flow

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

Baez could be of interest and is worth a market check ahead of her first start for new connections. She should figure if they can bring her back to her best, and she could prove the biggest danger to PARAMARIBO. The selection was a good second over further here eight days ago, despite being denied a clear run, and he can go one better now off the same mark. Lawmans Blis also arrives after a good run last time out and he could also get into the mix.

PARAMARIBO found the line coming just too soon at Musselburgh last week and is selected to go one better off the same mark now. The class-dropping Two Auld Pals is second choice ahead of Lawmans Blis.

Preference is for LAWMANS BLIS (nap), who ran well on AW three weeks ago and is attractively weighted on some of last year's turf form.


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