Tomform Monday 12th June 2023

There were 37 Races on Monday 12th June 2023 across 5 meetings. There was 7 races at Southwell, 7 races at Lingfield, 8 races at Windsor, 7 races at Pontefract, 8 races at Roscommon, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Monday 12th June 2023

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

14:00 Lingfield 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 (7) Royal Athena (16/1 +0%)
Royal Athena

16/1(+0%)
(7) Royal Athena 16/1, Respectable fifth of 17 in handicap (18/1) at Newbury (10f, good) 24 days ago. No more than an each-way squeak.
Has hinted at winning potential; by a Derby winner so this longer trip is worth exploring.
2
2nd (1) Blindedbythelights (0.29/1 +28%)
Blindedbythelights

0.29/1(+28%)
(1) Blindedbythelights 0.29/1, Promising sort. 7/4, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Yarmouth (11.5f, good to firm) 4 days ago, plenty in hand. Appeals as the type who will run up a sequence for his shrewd yard and hard to oppose under a penalty here.
Won eased down at Yarmouth and should be hard to beat under a penalty.
3
3rd (5) Dovena (11/1 +8%)
Dovena

11/1(+8%)
(5) Dovena 11/1, Winner at Brighton in May. 10/3, fourth of 7 in handicap at Bath (11.6f, good to firm) 26 days ago. Strong contender for place money.
Handles this track but not sure what to expect after her heavy defeat at Bath.
4
4th (4) Fullforward (10/1 +38%)
Fullforward

10/1(+38%)
(4) Fullforward 10/1, Sixth of 7 in handicap at Bath (10.2f, firm, 4/1) 17 days ago. Each-way chance.
In form until perhaps not letting himself down on firm last time; unraced beyond 1m2f.
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5th (8) Little Tiger (22/1 -83%)
Little Tiger

22/1(-83%)
(8) Little Tiger 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Fifth of 8 in handicap (4/1) at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 20 days ago, left poorly placed. Best to look elsewhere from a win point of view.
Only 4-1 when nothing went right on handicap debut; may well do better.
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6th (2) Caraxes (9/1 +36%)
Caraxes

9/1(+36%)
(2) Caraxes 9/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 14/1 and blinkered for 1st time, seventh of 9 in handicap at Salisbury (12f, good to firm) 25 days ago. In good hands but sizeable step forward needed.
Showed no benefit from a gelding operation or blinkers when soon outpaced at Salisbury.
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7th (10) Star Sight (50/1 -100%)
Star Sight

50/1(-100%)
(10) Star Sight 50/1, 12/1, eleventh of 14 in handicap at Bath (10.2f, good to firm) 26 days ago. Hood back on and would be in with a serious each-way chance if reproducing form of her near-miss in a Chelmsford nursery last November.
Regressive profile and this new trip poses further doubts.
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8th (9) Limelight (40/1 +20%)
Limelight

40/1(+20%)
(9) Limelight 40/1, Ninth of 11 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, good to firm, 18/1) 23 days ago. Significantly up in trip and tongue strap on 1st time. Needs a couple of these to falter.
Has yet to reproduce the promise of her debut fourth at Kempton (1m, AW) last August.
LTO Selection:

14:00 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 12f Race Class Flow

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

BLINDEDBYTHELIGHTS proved a different proposition when winning with ease on his handicap debut at Yarmouth on Thursday and a 6lb penalty is unlikely to prevent the son of Protectionist from going in again. The Pug wasn't disgraced when finding only a progressive rival too good at Wolverhampton in April and he can give the selection plenty to think about, while Fullforward may have some improvement in him now stepped up in trip.

BLINDEDBYTHELIGHTS made a winning handicap debut in a better-quality race than this at Yarmouth last week and he is very difficult to oppose under a penalty, particularly given the obvious scope for improvement that he possesses. Fullforward and Dovena are taken to fill the places, in that order of preference, though Star Sight would also be a contender for minor money if reproducing her peak form.

Sir Mark Prescott's BLINDEDBYTHELIGHTS dotted up at Yarmouth four days ago and could easily run up a sequence.


14:15 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 3) 16f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(2) Stepney Causeway (4.5/1 -100%)
Stepney Causeway

4.5/1(-100%)
(2) Stepney Causeway 4.5/1, Useful hurdles winner for Dan Skelton. Yet to get his head in front in this sphere but he did score on the level at Saint Moritz for present yard in February and not beaten far behind all-the-way winner back chasing at Warwick 12 days ago. Can go well.
0-11 over fences but he's on a reduced mark and ran well at Warwick 12 days ago.
1
1st (1) Al Zaraqaan (1.1/1 +8%)
Al Zaraqaan

1.1/1(+8%)
(1) Al Zaraqaan 1.1/1, Smart at best on the Flat and completed a 4-timer over hurdles (3 wins in handicaps) for previous yard last season. Made a successful debut over fences in similar event at Cartmel a fortnight ago, benefitting from the good pace. Big shout again if this doesn't become tactical.
Won on chase debut at Cartmel last month and a 4lb rise looks fair; leading contender.
2
2nd (3) Donnie Azoff (1.5/1 +40%)
Donnie Azoff

1.5/1(+40%)
(3) Donnie Azoff 1.5/1, Off the mark at the fifth time of asking over hurdles when seeing off 8 rivals in a 2m Taunton maiden in March and made a decent fist of it on first go chasing at Ffos Las 16 days ago, albeit only 5 of the 13 fences were jumped. Could progress.
Made a solid start over fences when runner-up at Ffos Las 16 days ago; on same mark here.
LTO Selection:

14:15 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Stepney Causeway is yet to hit the heights over fences after 11 starts without success but, if he could repeat his hurdling form over the larger obstacles, he is undoubtedly well handicapped off this mark. AL ZARAQAAN was also decent enough over hurdles, but he is now rated higher having won his only chase at Cartmel despite taking a while to get into a rhythm. If he improves as hoped, he may be able to give weight away all round, leaving Donnie Azoff to follow them home.

Potentially messy to say the least and tactics could be key. DONNIE AZOFF does at least have the air of one who could improve over fences (certainly has the size for chasing) and he's given the tentative vote.

The vote goes to AL ZARAQAAN, who has won ten times under both codes including a comfortable success on his chase debut at Cartmel.


14:30 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 10f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Royal Dream (4/1 -14%)
Royal Dream

4/1(-14%)
(3) Royal Dream 4/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable fifth of 12 in handicap (6/1) at Lingfield (10f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Makes polytrack debut.
Fast ground an excuse latest and his previous 2l fourth at Southwell brings him into it.
2
2nd (7) Obama Army (5.5/1 -65%)
Obama Army

5.5/1(-65%)
(7) Obama Army 5.5/1, Winner at Bath in May. 6/4, creditable second of 12 in handicap at Carlisle (9f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. In better form than a lot and leading claims.
An uncomplicated prominent racer who is having a very solid season from 1m to 1m2f.
3
3rd (8) Third Batch (50/1 -100%)
Third Batch

50/1(-100%)
(8) Third Batch 50/1, 28/1 and blinkered for 1st time, seventh of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (7.6f, good to firm) 9 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Hood on 1st time, cheekpieces on 1st time.
Happier on the AW and has run well over C&D; chance if taking to headgear switch.
4
4th (2) Kitaro Kich (2/1 +83%)
Kitaro Kich

2/1(+83%)
(2) Kitaro Kich 2/1, 13/2, ninth of 10 in handicap at Goodwood (9.9f, heavy) 37 days ago.
Ran okay in two 1m AW handicaps at Kempton earlier this year; heavy ground latest.
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5th (9) Mysterious Maestro (11/1 +31%)
Mysterious Maestro

11/1(+31%)
(9) Mysterious Maestro 11/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Fifteenth of 16 in handicap (33/1) at Newmarket (7f, good) 24 days ago, left poorly placed. Significantly up in trip. Blinkers on 1st time, tongue strap on 1st time. This is easier and the extra headgear could help. One to note.
Drawn wide with different headgear and comes with risks up in trip.
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6th (12) Abravaggio (16/1 +0%)
Abravaggio

16/1(+0%)
(12) Abravaggio 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Sixth of 8 in handicap at Yarmouth (7f, good to firm, 16/1) 11 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Makes polytrack debut.
Uninspiring so far but up in trip here and there's stamina in the pedigree.
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7th (13) Dee's Dream (66/1 -100%)
Dee's Dream

66/1(-100%)
(13) Dee's Dream 66/1, Below form sixth of 10 in handicap at Goodwood (9.9f, heavy, 40/1) 37 days ago, unsuited by step up in trip.
Could yet improve for this far but will need to as she's been looking exposed.
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8th (5) Melwood Boy (25/1 -108%)
Melwood Boy

25/1(-108%)
(5) Melwood Boy 25/1, Promise in a trio of maidens on the AW earlier this year but improvement has not been forthcoming switched to handicap company, last of 9 at Haydock (11/1, 10.2f, good to firm) 17 days ago. Makes polytrack debut.
Kicked off with a couple of thirds in 1m maidens but bitterly disappointing since then.
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9th (4) Roman Art (7/1 +56%)
Roman Art

7/1(+56%)
(4) Roman Art 7/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Off 4 months. disappointing when eleventh of 17 in handicap (well-backed 5/1) at Newbury (10f, good) 24 days ago.
Dropped away on handicap debut; only 5-1 and can be given another chance.
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10th (6) House Of Dragons (80/1 -142%)
House Of Dragons

80/1(-142%)
(6) House Of Dragons 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Sixth of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (7.6f, good to firm, 20/1) 9 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Has work to do.
Gone backwards in two handicaps for this yard (at about 7f) and he's not bred for this far.
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11th (10) Foinix (40/1 -150%)
Foinix

40/1(-150%)
(10) Foinix 40/1, Winner at Chelmsford City in February. 15/2, sixth of 8 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f) 90 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Others more persuasive.
Given a break since below-par run latest; has form here and the ability to feature.
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12th (14) Earthy Mangold (150/1 -127%)
Earthy Mangold

150/1(-127%)
(14) Earthy Mangold 150/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 66/1 and hooded for 1st time, first run since leaving Joseph Parr when last of 13 in handicap at Kempton (7f) on return 33 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Uphill task.
Tailed off on stable/handicap debut; has an awful lot to prove raised in distance.
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13th (1) Jalapa (5.5/1 -57%)
Jalapa

5.5/1(-57%)
(1) Jalapa 5.5/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 28/1, fourth of 11 in minor event at Chelmsford City (8f) 18 days ago, still looking rough around the edges. Up in trip. Blinkers on 1st time. Makes handicap debut and she could do better now.
Disappointing so far given excellent pedigree; up in trip for h'cap debut and blinkered.
LTO Selection:

14:30 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow

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

OBAMA ARMY arrives in fine form and a latest 1lb rise for his runner-up effort at Carlisle may not be enough to stop Jack Channon's gelding from regaining the winning thread. Handicap debutant Jalapa looks to be on a fair opening mark and she may have more to offer in this sphere. Royal Dream offered something to work with when staying on into fifth on his first attempt over this distance here last month.

OBAMA ARMY is in better form than most and can resume winning ways if keeping up the good work back on AW. Mysterious Maestro is worth considering back in calmer waters in new headgear, while Juddmonte's Jalapa is predictably bred to be a lot better than a class 6 handicapper and could do a lot better now.

Jack Channon's OBAMA ARMY (nap) scores highly on consistency and that's a big selling point at this level.


14:45 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 5) 24f - 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) Prince Cleni (2.75/1 +0%)
Prince Cleni

2.75/1(+0%)
(7) Prince Cleni 2.75/1, Little form over hurdles but left chasing debut well behind after 5 months off when runner-up at Uttoxeter (24f, soft) 37 days ago, sticking to task after not fluent again last. Tongue strap on 1st time.Considered.
0-8 but ran well in defeat last month, after a break; high on the list.
2
2nd (8) Miss Antipova (4/1 +0%)
Miss Antipova

4/1(+0%)
(8) Miss Antipova 4/1, Remains a maiden after 18 NH runs but he posted a creditable second of 11 in handicap chase here (20.4f, good) 28 days ago. Shortlisted.
Second in two chases this spring (2m3f/2m4f) and will be fine over today's trip; respected.
3
3rd (3) Touch Tight (22/1 -22%)
Touch Tight

22/1(-22%)
(3) Touch Tight 22/1, Has struggled to get competitive in handicap hurdles and this winning pointer unseated his rider at the first on his belated chasing debut at Plumpton in January, 2022. Hard to warm to.
2-5 in points this year but has more on his plate now back under rules.
4
4th (6) First Man (3/1 +25%)
First Man

3/1(+25%)
(6) First Man 3/1, Modest hurdler/chaser who wasn't disgraced on the back of breathing surgery when fourth of 6 in handicap hurdle at this C&D (good) 19 days ago. Switches to fences and merits serious consideration off a 6 lb lower mark.
Ran well in his last two hurdle races but has developed worrying tendency to finish weakly.
|U|
|U| (9) Lough Salt (12/1 -9%)
Lough Salt

12/1(-9%)
(9) Lough Salt 12/1, Arrives in decen nick, fourth of 7 in handicap chase at Doncaster (24f, good to soft) 87 days ago. Not discounted off an easing mark.
Not the force of old but his last two runs were respectable; each-way claims.
|U|
|U| (11) Master Mead (16/1 +52%)
Master Mead

16/1(+52%)
(11) Master Mead 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Pulled up in novice hurdle at Chepstow (19.4f, good to soft) 19 months ago. Has his fitness to prove on his chase debut.
Struggled in three novice hurdles in 2021 but worth a glance in the betting here.
|PU|
|PU| (5) Miss Wachit (6/1 +25%)
Miss Wachit

6/1(+25%)
(5) Miss Wachit 6/1, Modest winner at 20f over hurdles. 13/2, remote fourth of 7 in handicap at Market Rasen (23.9f, good) back over fences 21 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time.
Good claims on last year's course form but yet to get going for new stable this year.
|PU|
|PU| (4) King Otis (12/1 +64%)
King Otis

12/1(+64%)
(4) King Otis 12/1, Modest ex-Irish maiden hurdler who hasn't shown much in 3 starts for present connections, having a wind op before only eighth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23.3f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Makes chase debut with lots to prove.
Tailed off over hurdles last month and now 0-7 in that sphere; makes chasing debut here.
|PU|
|PU| (10) Auld Sod (18/1 -29%)
Auld Sod

18/1(-29%)
(10) Auld Sod 18/1, Unreliable individual who was pulled up in handicap chase at Fontwell (26f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Placed at big odds two runs ago but quickly back in the doldrums last time; too unreliable.
|PU|
|PU| (2) Policy Breaker (33/1 -136%)
Policy Breaker

33/1(-136%)
(2) Policy Breaker 33/1, 22/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (24.4f, good to soft) 8 days ago. Lots to prove now going chasing.
Pulled up on recent handicap hurdle debut but worth a market check before chasing debut.
LTO Selection:

14:45 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 5) 24f Race Class Flow

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

Shar Whats Therush looks interesting on his debut for Dr Richard Newland, who also owns the gelding, but he needs to find more judged on his fences form in Ireland. Prince Cleni was beaten less than a length on his chasing debut at Uttoxeter and warrants plenty of respect, but TOUCH TIGHT may have the edge. Unseated on his only chase effort under Rules in January 2022, he has won two point-to-points since then and deserves another chance at this level.

FIRST MAN showed the benefit of wind surgery when a recent fourth over C&D and can capitalise on a 6 lb lower mark now at the chief expense of in-form maiden Miss Antipova. Uttoxeter runner-up Prince Cleni and veteran Lough Salt complete the shortlist.

Low-mileage 5yo PRINCE CLENI seemed to have got his act together when second at Uttoxeter last month and may still have potential.


15:00 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Wiseacre (4/1 +50%)
Wiseacre

4/1(+50%)
(1) Wiseacre 4/1, Fourth of 8 in handicap at Yarmouth (7f, good to firm, 10/1) 11 days ago. Down another 2 lb but couldn't be sure that he will benefit from this step up to a mile.
Risky for now after three below-par runs and this is his first time over 1m.
2
2nd (10) Galileo Glass (5/1 +17%)
Galileo Glass

5/1(+17%)
(10) Galileo Glass 5/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. Blinkered for 1st time, sixth of 7 in handicap (4/1) at Yarmouth (8f, good to firm) 19 days ago. Visor back on and now 2 lb lower compared to when going close over C&D in March.
Two recent seconds to his name; below par of late; headgear not helped him before.
3
3rd (6) Eton College (10/1 +17%)
Eton College

10/1(+17%)
(6) Eton College 10/1, Seventeen runs since last win in 2021. 11/1, second of 5 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) 31 days ago. Reproduction of that effort would put him in the picture but placed just once from 9 starts on the AW.
On a good mark and was better last time, but record of 0-9 on the AW is a concern.
4
4th (2) Meng Tian (7/1 -75%)
Meng Tian

7/1(-75%)
(2) Meng Tian 7/1, Bit below form fifth of 10 in handicap at Yarmouth (10.1f, good to firm, 11/1) 19 days ago. Back down in trip and now equipped with cheekpieces and a hood. Vulnerable for win purposes.
New headgear is a grey area (has worn blinkers) but has the form to feature.
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5th (8) Luna Queen (22/1 -22%)
Luna Queen

22/1(-22%)
(8) Luna Queen 22/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in April. 9/1, fifth of 6 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 33 days ago. Significantly back up in trip and she's likely to find one or two too good.
Dual Lingfield winner (7f-1m) but comes with risks given her tendency to start slowly.
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6th (7) Daphne May (2.75/1 +31%)
Daphne May

2.75/1(+31%)
(7) Daphne May 2.75/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Bath in April. Fourth of 6 in handicap on the turf course here (11.6f, good to firm, 5/2) 11 days ago. Significantly back down in trip and she's in with a shout.
Pulled too hard last time over much further; likes it here and usually consistent.
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7th (9) Dourado (10/1 -82%)
Dourado

10/1(-82%)
(9) Dourado 10/1, 9/1, won 13-runner handicap at Kempton (8f) 40 days ago. Remains on a workable mark up 4 lb and while he's not exactly an obvious type to follow up, this 9-y-o has to be respected.
Didn't go unbacked when snapping a long losing run at Kempton and he's only 4lb higher.
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8th (3) Stepmother (150/1 -127%)
Stepmother

150/1(-127%)
(3) Stepmother 150/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 150/1, last of 7 in handicap at Sandown (9f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Best to look elsewhere.
Has finished a tailed-off last in two races for this yard (1m4f novice; 1m1f handicap).
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9th (11) Beau Jardine (10/1 +38%)
Beau Jardine

10/1(+38%)
(11) Beau Jardine 10/1, C&D winner. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, bit below form fourth of 10 in handicap (14/1) at Kempton (6f) 54 days ago. Significantly back up in trip on debut for new yard.
Mark continues to tumble and last two efforts weren't too bad (7f/6f).
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10th (4) Dubai Immo (10/1 +38%)
Dubai Immo

10/1(+38%)
(4) Dubai Immo 10/1, Remains a maiden after 18 Flat runs. Last of 9 in handicap (100/1) at Newmarket (8f, good) 24 days ago. Back down in class and would be a live contender off this career-low mark were he to put his best foot forward.
Placed for previous yard but hasn't shown much at all for this one and now 0-18.
LTO Selection:

15:00 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

The combination of a 135-day break and lower mark saw Dourado gain a first success since November 2017 and, with that in mind, he may be worth taking on now 4lb higher in the ratings. WELOOF appeared to have more races in him when winning on his penultimate start over C&D in February and he's best excused his poor start at Wolverhampton last time. Meng Tian's mark continues to slide and he's noted now tried in new headgear.

Dropping back in trip here is unlikely to inconvenience DAPHNE MAY, who is one of the more appealing candidates in a wide-open handicap. Galileo Glass is 0-12 on the all-weather but he went close here off a higher mark 3 starts back and is next on the list. Dubai Immo's recent efforts leave much to be desired but he is dangerous to discount having slipped to an attractive mark, while Wiseacre has form claims but this step up in trip is of dubious benefit.

Gary Moore's DAPHNE MAY will appreciate coming back in distance and she's consistent.


15:15 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Captain Ivan (7/1 -8%)
Captain Ivan

7/1(-8%)
(4) Captain Ivan 7/1, Dual hurdles winner during 2021 who capitalised on his much-reduced mark over fences in a C&D handicap in November. Creditable third of 4 at Leicester over Christmas. Off since. Has a first-time hood combined with a refitted tongue tie.
C&D winner in November but was held in final run last year; has some work to do on return.
2
2nd (1) First Angel (1.5/1 +45%)
First Angel

1.5/1(+45%)
(1) First Angel 1.5/1, Drew a blank for Laura Morgan but struck at the first time of asking for the Martin Keighley stable in 17f Stratford handicap 22 days ago. Should remain competitive after a 6 lb rise.
Made a big impact on his stable debut when scoring at Stratford (2m1f, good); key player.
3
3rd (3) Chess Player (3/1 +14%)
Chess Player

3/1(+14%)
(3) Chess Player 3/1, Showed improved form when scoring on chase debut at Worcester last July and added to his tally when making light of an 8-month absence at Huntingdon (2m, good) a fortnight ago. Likely to go well again.
Made it 2-4 over fences when beating a clear second at Huntingdon last month; respected.
4
4th (7) Robin Des Mana (20/1 +39%)
Robin Des Mana

20/1(+39%)
(7) Robin Des Mana 20/1, Caused a 40/1 surprise when scoring over fences at Worcester (2m) in July 2021 but more miss than hit in only 5 outings since.
His last success was in 2021 and this 12yo has been well held in his three runs this year.
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5th (6) Alghazaal (6.5/1 +13%)
Alghazaal

6.5/1(+13%)
(6) Alghazaal 6.5/1, Struck at the second time of asking over fences when quickening 8 lengths clear at Ludlow last month. Probably overdid things in front when fading to finish a remote fourth to Chess Player at Huntingdon 3 weeks later.
Won at Ludlow last month but was disappointing behind Chess Player at Huntingdon last time.
|PU|
|PU| (2) Madiba Passion (4.5/1 +0%)
Madiba Passion

4.5/1(+0%)
(2) Madiba Passion 4.5/1, Bounced back quickly from a lesser effort at Ffos Las when winning a small-field race at Huntingdon (2m, good to firm) last month, in command when left well clear last. Raised 3 lb.
Recorded his breakthrough win under rules when scoring at Huntingdon; in the mix again.
LTO Selection:

15:15 Southwell Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f Race Class Flow

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

Captain Ivan deserves a second look with a course and distance win here last September, but he races off 6lb higher now and is having his first start since an acceptable third in late December. CHESS PLAYER has two wins from four starts over fences including last month at Huntingdon and, although he made mistakes late on that day, he may do better if produced at the last minute. First Angel and Madiba Passion are others to consider.

If CHESS PLAYER is in the same mood as when successful at Huntingdon a couple of weeks ago he could be the way to go. Fellow last-time-out scorers First Angel and Madiba Passion may give him most to think about.

A competitive race in which CHESS PLAYER gets the vote ahead of the other last-time-out winners First Angel and Madiba Passion.


15:30 Lingfield Maiden (Class 5) 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 (8) Grey Gray (3.5/1 +22%)
Grey Gray

3.5/1(+22%)
(8) Grey Gray 3.5/1, Isn't progressing but posted another sound effort when second of 10 in maiden at Catterick (5f, good to firm, 11/4) 18 days ago.
Another solid effort in defeat when second at Catterick but this may take more winning.
2
2nd (2) Magic Force (0.5/1 +78%)
Magic Force

0.5/1(+78%)
(2) Magic Force 0.5/1, Promising run when second of 12 in novice event at Salisbury (5f, good to firm) on debut 16 days ago, not knocked about once chance of winning had gone. Open to improvement.
Kicked off over 5f at Salisbury and ran encouragingly behind an impressive winner.
3
3rd (7) Peace Wall (12/1 -20%)
Peace Wall

12/1(-20%)
(7) Peace Wall 12/1, Failed to match debut form when seventh of 10 in maiden at Catterick (5f, good to firm, 11/4) 18 days ago.
Broke slowly when behind Grey Gray at Catterick; had shaped well on debut.
4
4th (6) Kitty Bennet (14/1 -56%)
Kitty Bennet

14/1(-56%)
(6) Kitty Bennet 14/1, Foaled March 31. Cable Bay filly. Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner, out of maiden half-sister to high-class 5.7f-7f winner Lethal Force.
Dam 6f AW 2yo winner (RPR 95), half-sister to winners Championofmyheart (Listed).
5th
5th (1) Different Breed (25/1 +0%)
Different Breed

25/1(+0%)
(1) Different Breed 25/1, Foaled April 11. 13,000 gns yearling, Estidhkaar colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 2-y-o 5f-6f winner Charlie Fellowes. Dam French 9f winner.
Related to winning sprinters but he wouldn't be the obvious answer to this.
6th
6th (4) Black Jack Davey (100/1 -150%)
Black Jack Davey

100/1(-150%)
(4) Black Jack Davey 100/1, Foaled April 24. 5,000 gns yearling, Coach House gelding. Brother to useful winner up to 7f Epsom Faithfull and 5f winner Lynns Boy and half-brother to 6f winner La Farfallina. Dam 5f/6f winner. Bred to be sharp.
5,000gns yearling; gelded ahead of debut and likely best watched.
7th
7th (9) Villas Bullet (33/1 -32%)
Villas Bullet

33/1(-32%)
(9) Villas Bullet 33/1, 40/1, seventh of 10 in novice event at this C&D (good to firm) 9 days ago, though had a tricky draw on that occasion.
Either green or quirky in her first two runs but either way she looks one for nurseries.
8th
8th (3) Zachary (14/1 -100%)
Zachary

14/1(-100%)
(3) Zachary 14/1, Displayed plenty of zip when third of 4 in minor event at Musselburgh (5f, good) on debut 28 days ago. Should last longer this time.
Raced freely before weakening into a remote third at Musselburgh.
LTO Selection:

15:30 Lingfield Maiden (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

MAGIC FORCE showed plenty of promise on debut last time at Salisbury as he kept on strongly to grab second, and he should have learned a great deal from that experience. With normal improvement, he could prove very tough to beat. The main threat is Invincible Tiger, who took a step forward to hit the frame at Hamilton last time, while any market support for Kitty Bennet would be interesting.

INVINCIBLE TIGER left her debut form well behind despite not racing on the ideal part of the track when third at Hamilton 12 days ago and, on that evidence, a maiden such as this is well within reach. Magic Force's opening effort was promising and he's the obvious threat unless there's confidence in newcomer Kitty Bennet.

Neither MAGIC FORCE nor Invincible Tiger are ideally drawn but they could still dominate given the promise both have shown.


15:45 Southwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (8) Faded Fantasy (3.2/1 -60%)
Faded Fantasy

3.2/1(-60%)
(8) Faded Fantasy 3.2/1, Fair maiden on the Flat for Ger Lyons and easily best effort over hurdles when second of 6 at Bangor 3 weeks ago despite mistakes. Not certain to relish this trip but still very much the one to beat.
2
2nd (7) Skeeter Park (40/1 +39%)
Skeeter Park

40/1(+39%)
(7) Skeeter Park 40/1, Big prices but hurdles efforts in March weren't devoid of promise. Probably a handicap project.
3
3rd (12) Presenting Nelly (12/1 -243%)
Presenting Nelly

12/1(-243%)
(12) Presenting Nelly 12/1, Related to a bumper winner and opened her account at the first time of asking in 7-runner event at Uttoxeter. Limitations exposed in slightly better bumpers later that season and off 16 months ahead of this switch to hurdles. She's in very good hands, though.
4
4th (3) Jessmae (100/1 -150%)
Jessmae

100/1(-150%)
(3) Jessmae 100/1, Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful hurdler/smart chaser Chemical Energy, stays 3¾m, and fair hurdler/chaser Marlee Massie. Winning pointer but went with little promise on hurdles debut 12 days ago.
5th
5th (5) Sforza Castle (11/1 +8%)
Sforza Castle

11/1(+8%)
(5) Sforza Castle 11/1, €32,000 3-y-o, Milan gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful hurdler (stayed 3¼m) Kris Spin and fairly useful hurdler (stayed 3m) Ebony Empress. Bred to stay well and bumper effort wasn't devoid of promise. Upped in trip for hurdles debut.
6th
6th (11) Love Bite (16/1 +0%)
Love Bite

16/1(+0%)
(11) Love Bite 16/1, Well related and in top hands but has shown little in a brace of bumpers and also fell on hurdles debut last month.
7th
7th (1) D'last Spez (22/1 +33%)
D'last Spez

22/1(+33%)
(1) D'last Spez 22/1, Cokoriko gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler Bobby John. Dam, ran twice over hurdles, 7f winner on Flat, sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) First Ballot. Doubled tally between the flags a fortnight ago.
8th
8th (10) Diana Prince (200/1 -33%)
Diana Prince

200/1(-33%)
(10) Diana Prince 200/1, Point winner but minor promise only both starts over timber this spring.
9th
9th (6) Shandancer (2/1 +43%)
Shandancer

2/1(+43%)
(6) Shandancer 2/1, Fair bumper performer in Ireland and he's reached a similar level over hurdles, producing best effort yet (on back of a wind op) when second at Fontwell (21.7f) last month. Runner-up again at Stratford 3 weeks ago and sure to be there in a change of headgear.
10th
10th (4) Make No Plans (16/1 +60%)
Make No Plans

16/1(+60%)
(4) Make No Plans 16/1, Irish raider but little to shout about in 3 starts so far. Hood fitted.
11th
11th (9) Jimmy Boum (40/1 -82%)
Jimmy Boum

40/1(-82%)
(9) Jimmy Boum 40/1, Not given a hard time on last month's hurdles bow at Warwick. Longer trip sure to suit on pedigree but he likely needs more time.
|PU|
|PU| (2) Genovese (3.33/1 +52%)
Genovese

3.33/1(+52%)
(2) Genovese 3.33/1, Overcame inexperience to make a successful bumper debut at Worcester in September. Found it tougher under a penalty in a stronger race at Chepstow but got back on track in a first-time hood when third here in November. Unseated rider on hurdles debut over C&D on Tuesday.
LTO Selection:

15:45 Southwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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

SHANDANCER was only narrowly denied over 2m6f at Stratford last month, but he was badly hampered by a faller at the final flight on that occasion and the application of blinkers can induce further improvement into Amy Murphy's six-year-old. Faded Fantasy rates the selection's biggest threat following a fair second over an extended 2m at Bangor most recently, while his unexposed stablemate Jimmy Boum is another to consider.

FADED FANTASY could do with brushing his jumping up but this isn't a deep maiden, and with progress on the cards, he's the one to beat. Shandancer can remain competitive at this level, with Presenting Nelly one to monitor in the betting on return from 16 months off.

Last month's Bangor runner-up FADED FANTASY gets the vote on his step back up in trip. Shandancer is feared most.


16:00 Lingfield Stakes (Class 5) 8f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Kentucky Bluegrass (3.5/1 -27%)
Kentucky Bluegrass

3.5/1(-27%)
(2) Kentucky Bluegrass 3.5/1, Much improved when taking 9-runner minor event at Redcar (7f, good to soft) on return 39 days ago, just holding on. Likely more to come yet.
Narrow Redcar winner; closely matched with Bobby's Blessing through one formline.
2
2nd (4) Kiaraad (8.5/1 +66%)
Kiaraad

8.5/1(+66%)
(4) Kiaraad 8.5/1, 13,000 gns foal, £20,000 yearling, Havana Grey gelding. Dam, maiden (stayed 6f), half-sister to useful 5f/6f winner Gordon Bennett. Market check advised on debut.
Gelded ahead of debut and would need to see market confidence behind him.
3
3rd (1) Bobby's Blessing (2.25/1 +10%)
Bobby's Blessing

2.25/1(+10%)
(1) Bobby's Blessing 2.25/1, Got up close home to make a winning debut in Beverley maiden (7.4f, good to firm) 12 days ago. Entitled to build on that and holds solid claims.
Bare form of Beverley win gives him strong claims and he did well to win that day.
4
4th (3) Imperial Dream (1.25/1 +17%)
Imperial Dream

1.25/1(+17%)
(3) Imperial Dream 1.25/1, Promising individual who posted fair form in all 3 starts as a juvenile, ending campaign with good second of 12 in maiden (9/4) at Chelmsford City (7f) in September. In good hands and looks a likely improver this term. Gelded since last seen.
Beaten in a modest race on final 2yo start but now gelded and open to improvement.
5th
5th (7) Break The Spell (22/1 -120%)
Break The Spell

22/1(-120%)
(7) Break The Spell 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Third of 5 in minor event at Brighton (8f, good to firm, 11/1) 20 days ago. Not out of things.
Beaten in the region of 5l this season (7f/1m) and looks vulnerable.
6th
6th (6) The Craftymaster (80/1 -100%)
The Craftymaster

80/1(-100%)
(6) The Craftymaster 80/1, Once-raced maiden. Eleventh of 12 in minor event at Kempton (7f, 25/1) on debut 19 days ago, slowly away.
Made no impression in a Kempton novice over this trip when 25-1.
7th
7th (5) Centre Back (200/1 -203%)
Centre Back

200/1(-203%)
(5) Centre Back 200/1, Twice-raced maiden. 50/1, fifth of 6 in minor event at Lingfield (6f, AW) 11 days ago. Up in trip. Work to do.
Beaten 16l (7f) and 10l (6f) in two runs; handicaps should see him in a better light.
LTO Selection:

16:00 Lingfield Stakes (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Last-time-out victors Bobby's Blessing and Kentucky Bluegrass warrant plenty of respect, as they were both very gutsy winners and are likely to be hard to keep out of the finish, even with 7lb penalties to carry. However, IMPERIAL DREAM, who was last seen filling the runner-up spot at Chelmsford last September, makes more appeal and he has been gelded over the winter, which could eke out the required improvement.

Preference is for the returning IMPERIAL DREAM, who acquitted himself well in all 3 starts last season and remains open to improvement. Bobby's Blessing and Kentucky Bluegrass are also low mileage and warrant plenty of respect.

Bobby's Blessing looks the danger after doing well to win at Beverley but IMPERIAL DREAM surely has a lot more to offer.


16:15 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (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 (2) Midnight Gold (9/1 -100%)
Midnight Gold

9/1(-100%)
(2) Midnight Gold 9/1, Winless following 8 attempts over hurdles but should put that right before long judged on latest Fontwell (21.8f, good to firm) second in first-time cheekpieces. Up 3 lb but player with Harry Cobden again aboard.
Went close in first-time cheekpieces last month; big player if in similar form again.
2
2nd (4) Faerie Cutlass (4.5/1 -64%)
Faerie Cutlass

4.5/1(-64%)
(4) Faerie Cutlass 4.5/1, Clearly benefited from the fitting of a tongue strap and step up to 2½m when proving ¾-length too strong for Mrs Kinsella at Worcester (good) recently. It's likely to be close between them once more but, unlike the runner-up, this mare remains open to improvement.
Finished well to open account at Worcester last month and has scope for further progress.
3
3rd (7) Bella Ciao (20/1 -25%)
Bella Ciao

20/1(-25%)
(7) Bella Ciao 20/1, Has failed to improve on what she showed in maiden/novice company switched to handicaps the last twice, and hopes now pinned on the addition of cheekpieces sparking improvement. Has undergone a wind op since latest start.
Well beaten in first two handicaps; had wind op since; now sports cheekpieces.
4
4th (3) Malina Ocarina (1.25/1 +58%)
Malina Ocarina

1.25/1(+58%)
(3) Malina Ocarina 1.25/1, Landed a gamble when notching third career success over this C&D (good) 19 days ago. 5 lb rise tolerable and slick-jumping will stand her in good stead, so she's a must for the shortlist with conditions again in her favour.
Won in pretty good style over C&D last month and recent 5lb rise is not excessive.
5th
5th (1) Maria Magdalena (6/1 +50%)
Maria Magdalena

6/1(+50%)
(1) Maria Magdalena 6/1, On a long losing run and while she was placed on several occasions last year, it's hard to draw too many positives from her effort at Market Rasen, even allowing for that fact that she was returning from a 6-month break.
Made low-key reappearance last month but has slipped to a very tempting mark.
|F|
|F| (8) Blitz Spirit (25/1 +0%)
Blitz Spirit

25/1(+0%)
(8) Blitz Spirit 25/1, Fair performer on the Flat in France but she has yet to make a meaningful impact in this sphere, for all that she has a couple of half-decent efforts to her name. Has undergone a wind op and now tried in blinkers and a tongue strap.
0-6 over hurdles; off since heavy defeat in November; had wind op in January.
|PU|
|PU| (5) Mrs Kinsella (4.5/1 -35%)
Mrs Kinsella

4.5/1(-35%)
(5) Mrs Kinsella 4.5/1, Another maiden who should get her head in front at some point soon judged on her recent effort at Worcester where she was collared close home by the re-opposing Faerie Cutlass. That said, she will do well to reverse the placings with Kim Bailey's unexposed representative.
Ran big race before succumbing to Faerie Cutlass in closing stages at Worcester last month.
|PU|
|PU| (6) Shee's A Stella (66/1 -230%)
Shee's A Stella

66/1(-230%)
(6) Shee's A Stella 66/1, Very little to shout about in a trio of runs over hurdles for Debra Hamer and transformation needed now going handicapping for new yard.
Well beaten in three novice hurdles for Debra Hamer; makes stable/handicap debut here.
LTO Selection:

16:15 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f Race Class Flow

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

Supporters of Midnight Gold will be pleased to see Harry Cobden keeps the ride, especially given the pair only just lost out over an extended 2m5f at Fontwell most recently. However, the daughter of Fame And Glory shaped as though she could need a stiffer stamina test on that occasion, so MALINA OCARINA rates the one to beat. She can defy a 5lb raised mark following a five-length success over C&D last month and is taken to get the better of Faerie Cutlass, who has gone up 3lb following a staying-on success at Worcester.

FAERIE CUTLASS left her previous efforts well behind upped to this trip in a first-time tongue strap at Worcester where she reeled Mrs Kinsella in close home. A 3 lb rise for that looks very fair indeed and, with the strong possibility of better to come, she is taken to get the better of the latter once again. Recent C&D scorer Malina Ocarina and Midnight Gold, who arguably posted her best effort yet at Fontwell last time, are others with claims.

She made a low-key reappearance last month but MARIA MAGDALENA is now very well handicapped and might be the answer.


16:30 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Amathus (3.5/1 +22%)
Amathus

3.5/1(+22%)
(4) Amathus 3.5/1, 7/2, respectable fifth of 11 in handicap at Brighton (7f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Not out of things.
All three wins on turf and he wasn't far away last time at Brighton; inconsistent.
2
2nd (1) Major Gatsby (8/1 -78%)
Major Gatsby

8/1(-78%)
(1) Major Gatsby 8/1, Fourth of 6 in handicap (9/4) at Brighton (6f, good to firm) 13 days ago, slowly away. Return to 7f will suit and must enter calculations.
Below his best of late at Brighton where he has won; can race freely and others preferred.
3
3rd (5) Dulcet Spirit (33/1 -136%)
Dulcet Spirit

33/1(-136%)
(5) Dulcet Spirit 33/1, Winner here in January. Seventh of 10 in claimer at Lingfield (8f, AW, 66/1) 11 days ago. Work to do on turf debut.
AW winner here in January but not many positives to glean from subsequent efforts.
4
4th (3) Repartee (3.5/1 +78%)
Repartee

3.5/1(+78%)
(3) Repartee 3.5/1, Eighteen runs since last win in 2020. 20/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 70 days ago. Has good chance on pick of form.
Fair start for this yard at Wolverhampton in February but backward steps twice since.
5th
5th (6) Spirit Warning (2.25/1 +25%)
Spirit Warning

2.25/1(+25%)
(6) Spirit Warning 2.25/1, Hasn't made it to the track too often since joining current yard but shaped well, after 12 months off, when fourth in 7f handicap at Brighton 20 days ago, nearest finish. Player if backing that up.
Well-in on old form; encouraging run in the blinkers at Brighton most recently.
6th
6th (2) King Of Speed (3.5/1 -75%)
King Of Speed

3.5/1(-75%)
(2) King Of Speed 3.5/1, Back from 4 months off when taking 7-runner handicap at Leicester (6f, heavy) 30 days ago. 3 lb rise fair and will be dangerous if proving as effective over this longer trip.
Better for cheekpieces the last twice and effectively off same mark as for recent win.
LTO Selection:

16:30 Lingfield Handicap (Class 6) 7f Race Class Flow

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

Major Gatsby is interesting having won four times over this trip, the latest a year ago off 1lb higher at Brighton. He is weighted to go close, but if KING OF SPEED takes to the distance he may be the one. Running on well to win at Leicester over six furlongs last month, although upped 3lb by the handicapper his jockey negates that rise in the saddle. Spirit Warning may prove best of the rest.

SPIRIT WARNING is entitled to build on his encouraging recent return at Brighton and gets the nod in a tricky-looking contest. King of Speed may provide the chief threat.

The 7yo SPIRIT WARNING is worth chancing as he's well-in on his old form and the blinkers had a positive effect at Brighton.


16:38 Roscommon Maiden Chase 16f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Lieutenant Highway (1.38/1 +85%)
Lieutenant Highway

1.38/1(+85%)
(2) Lieutenant Highway 1.38/1, Useful hurdler. 22¾ lengths fourth of 8 to Hercule Du Seuil in novice chase (33/1) at Ballinrobe (17f, good) on debut over fences 14 days ago. Open to progress.
Beaten 23l by Hercule Du Seuil on chase debut at Ballinrobe; 12lb better off.
2
2nd (4) Roseys Hollow (0.83/1 +72%)
Roseys Hollow

0.83/1(+72%)
(4) Roseys Hollow 0.83/1, Useful hurdler. Creditable third of 10 in novice chase at Killarney (20f, good to soft, 5/2) 29 days ago. Should give a good account.
Some useful form in six chase starts; gets 19lb from owner-mate Hercule Du Seuil.
3
3rd (3) Hope Des Blins (9/1 +82%)
Hope Des Blins

9/1(+82%)
(3) Hope Des Blins 9/1, Fair hurdler. Fifteen runs since last win in 2022. 14/1, fourth of 5 in novice chase at Tramore (15.4f, good) 9 days ago. Looks vulnerable.
Outclassed by Mullins-trained odds-on chance at Tramore and similar outcome very likely.
LTO Selection:

16:38 Roscommon Maiden Chase 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

This looks a match between the two JP McManus representatives, HERCULE DU SEUIL and Roseys Hollow. While he has to give weight away to his three rivals, the Willie Mullins-trained former should prove up to the task. A Grade 2-winning hurdler, he was disappointingly beaten into second on his debut over fences at Ballinrobe early last month. He returned to the Mayo venue and made amends on his next start, impressively making all despite some slight mistakes. Mullins now looks to have found an ideal opportunity for the French bred six-year-old to follow up. With Aidan Kelly's claim included, Roseys Hollow will carry a total of 19lb less than the selection. A smart performer over flights, she has been a bit disappointing since switching to the larger obstacles and may prove more effective in handicap company. Lieutenant Highway was over 20 lengths behind the selection at Ballinrobe but with a swing in the weights, he should get a bit closer now.

It's hard to look beyond HERCULE DU SEUIL, who went one better than on his chase debut when scoring in good style at Ballinrobe a fortnight ago. A dual winner of graded race over hurdles, he remains open to improvement in this sphere. Roseys Hollow gets the nod for forecast purposes ahead of Lieutenant Highway, who didn't shape badly when fourth in the Ballinrobe maiden chase won by Hercule Du Seuil on his first start over the larger obstacles.

Hard to oppose the front-running \HERCULE DU SEUIL\p after his easy win in a good-class beginners' chase at Ballinrobe


16:50 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(1) Jack's A Legend (5.5/1 +61%)
Jack's A Legend

5.5/1(+61%)
(1) Jack's A Legend 5.5/1, Showed a fair bit in bumpers and produced a standout effort over hurdles when third in a Newbury maiden back in December 2021. Not troubled the judge since, though, and makes limited appeal.
Not seen since running very poorly on chasing debut in February but on very good mark now.
1
1st (8) Tonto Foley (10/1 -82%)
Tonto Foley

10/1(-82%)
(8) Tonto Foley 10/1, Lightly-raced maiden who ran his best race when fourth on Newcastle handicap debut (16.9f) in February. Failed to repeat that effort in testing conditions at Uttoxeter since but can't be ruled out here. Tongue strap on first time.
Travelled well for long way on handicap debut but well held since; needs to settle better.
2
2nd (4) Nadim (0.83/1 +63%)
Nadim

0.83/1(+63%)
(4) Nadim 0.83/1, Found improvement when second of 7 on handicap hurdle debut at Stratford (16.3f, good) 9 days ago, running on. 3 lb higher now but may have more to offer yet.
Clear second to bang-in-form rival on recent handicap hurdle debut; major player.
3
3rd (2) Riggsby (8/1 -60%)
Riggsby

8/1(-60%)
(2) Riggsby 8/1, Fair stayer on the Flat for Julie Camacho and has made the frame in a couple of outings for new connections over hurdles this winter. Likely capable of better, now sent handicapping, and holds solid claims. Had wind operation.
Fair Flat-racer who shaped with promise on first two hurdling starts; handicap debut today.
4
4th (5) Ez Tiger (2.75/1 +21%)
Ez Tiger

2.75/1(+21%)
(5) Ez Tiger 2.75/1, Bounced back to form when second of 8 in handicap hurdle over C&D (good) 28 days ago, albeit no match for winner. Remains feasibly treated and ought to go well again.
0-10 over hurdles but ran well in defeat behind well-handicapped rival here last month.
5th
5th (9) Onnaroll (40/1 +39%)
Onnaroll

40/1(+39%)
(9) Onnaroll 40/1, Looks very limited and he's a long way out of the weights. Easy enough to look elsewhere.
Headstrong 5yo who is yet to show any worthwhile form after six hurdle runs.
6th
6th (3) Let It Shine (10/1 +0%)
Let It Shine

10/1(+0%)
(3) Let It Shine 10/1, Poor in bumpers and just similar form over hurdles thus far. Improvement required on handicap debut. Had wind operation.
Twice well beaten since fairly encouraging hurdle debut but remains unexposed.
LTO Selection:

16:50 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 16f Race Class Flow

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

NADIM found only the progressive Pak Army too strong on his handicap debut at Stratford last Saturday and Milton Harris' four-year-old rates as the one to beat off only 3lb higher. Riggsby looks to be on a fair opening mark on his first foray into this sphere and he can't be taken lightly having undergone a wind operation since placing third at Wetherby in March. Last month's C&D runner-up Ez Tiger completes the shortlist.

Preference is for NADIM, who was clear of the rest when runner-up on handicap debut at Stratford earlier this month and remains low mileage. Riggsby and Ez Tiger rate the principal dangers.

The suggestion is NADIM (nap), who ran on well for a clear second behind a thriving rival on his recent handicap debut.


17:00 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 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) Magical Merlin (6.5/1 -44%)
Magical Merlin

6.5/1(-44%)
(3) Magical Merlin 6.5/1, Windsor novice winner last summer. Went backwards from reappearance fourth of 5 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 28 days ago, though may have been unsuited by step up in trip. Better expected back over 6f.
Won a Windsor novice last August but has not made an impact in three handicaps since.
2
2nd (2) Hover On The Wind (2.75/1 +0%)
Hover On The Wind

2.75/1(+0%)
(2) Hover On The Wind 2.75/1, First run since leaving Chris Dwyer when creditable third of 9 in handicap (10/3) at Doncaster (6f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time and he's not yet exposed (from a good family).
Has solid record so far and was placed on his handicap/stable debut last month; respected.
3
3rd (4) Get Off Me (11/1 -22%)
Get Off Me

11/1(-22%)
(4) Get Off Me 11/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 12/1, good fourth of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW) 11 days ago, not clear run and not given a hard time. 6f could be his ideal distance but more needed in this company.
Promising fourth on handicap debut here (AW) latest and could be dangerous back up in trip.
4
4th (1) Mojeyrr (0.67/1 +26%)
Mojeyrr

0.67/1(+26%)
(1) Mojeyrr 0.67/1, Promising individual. Confirmed debut promise when landing the odds in 9-runner maiden at Southwell (6.1f) 59 days ago, comfortably. Makes handicap debut and mark could be lenient with promise of lots more to come.
Landed the odds at Southwell latest and he's open to more progress on his handicap debut.
LTO Selection:

17:00 Lingfield Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

MOJEYRR looks an interesting sort having come home third on his Kempton debut before following that with a comfortable win at odds-on at Southwell. He has his first start on grass here after a gelding operation, and may well improve for the change of surface. Hover On The Wind could prove a huge danger if first-time cheekpieces have the desired effect, while Magical Merlin represents an in-form yard and he also makes some appeal.

MOJEYRR confirmed his debut promise in no uncertain terms when landing the odds at Southwell in April and, representing an excellent yard, his opening mark may well underestimate him. Hover On The Wind's limit hasn't been reached, either, and he can offer most resistance.

This can go to the well-related MOJEYRR, who landed the odds at Southwell last time and is open to more progress on his handicap debut.


17:08 Windsor Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) Therehegoes (9/1 -20%)
Therehegoes

9/1(-20%)
(7) Therehegoes 9/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in March. 10/1, below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Chepstow (5.1f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Enters calculations.
Won a weak race on AW in March; in and out since and others look safer.
2
2nd (1) Level Up (11/1 +31%)
Level Up

11/1(+31%)
(1) Level Up 11/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in April. Seventh of 8 in handicap at Chepstow (5.1f, good to firm, 20/1) 10 days ago. Others preferred.
Two AW wins this year; not so good on turf since but this is easier; solid contender.
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3rd (8) Bungle Bay (5/1 +17%)
Bungle Bay

5/1(+17%)
(8) Bungle Bay 5/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in January. Respectable fourth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 13/2) 41 days ago. Couldn't rule out.
On a handy mark but 5f on fast ground might present an inadequate test.
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4th (6) Sparked (8.5/1 +29%)
Sparked

8.5/1(+29%)
(6) Sparked 8.5/1, Last of 6 in handicap (12/1) at Lingfield (5f, AW) 6 days ago and, chances are, she will again be found wanting.
Went close on AW in April but that run sandwiched by lesser efforts; others appeal more.
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5th (3) La Roca Del Fuego (1.8/1 +67%)
La Roca Del Fuego

1.8/1(+67%)
(3) La Roca Del Fuego 1.8/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Chelmsford in December. Sixth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 14/1) 21 days ago. Chance if rediscovering old form.
C&D winner; on a good mark and he's one to consider on this drop in class.
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6th (4) My Genghis (2.25/1 -13%)
My Genghis

2.25/1(-13%)
(4) My Genghis 2.25/1, Winner at Wolverhampton in January. 9/4, respectable third of 7 in handicap at Salisbury (6f, good to firm) 25 days ago. One of the more likely candidates.
Placed in three turf handicaps last month; well drawn and should remain competitive.
LTO Selection:

17:08 Windsor Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

My Genghis was only denied by a length and a half over 6f last time and he is likely to be thereabouts once more off 2lb higher, but a chance can be taken on REGAL ENVOY. He can be forgiven his most recent display and, if he can reproduce his penultimate effort when fourth at Newmarket, the four-year-old ought to go very well. Therehegoes isn't ruled out either.

MY GENGHIS looks the most solid option having performed with credit on each of his 3 starts on turf since returning from a break, including over this C&D last month. He is likely to appreciate returning to this trip after finishing third over 6f at Salisbury last time. Therehegoes was below par on his first outing on turf for over a year at Chepstow recently but will be a threat if on-song, while Regal Envoy could have a part to play if bouncing back from a low-key effort here 2 weeks ago.

Regal Envoy is a big danger back at 5f but LEVEL UP has had excuses since returned to turf and can gain a first win on the grass.


17:13 Roscommon Handicap Chase 24f - 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 (12) Stealthy Tom (3.33/1 +17%)
Stealthy Tom

3.33/1(+17%)
(12) Stealthy Tom 3.33/1, Landed 15-runner handicap chase (3/1) at Killarney (20f, good) 28 days ago, all out. Back up in trip. Blinkers back on and not discounted.
Was winning a 2m4f handicap chase at Killarney for the second year running; low weight.
2
2nd (2) Foxy Jacks (20/1 -43%)
Foxy Jacks

20/1(-43%)
(2) Foxy Jacks 20/1, Fifteen runs since last win in 2021. Unseated rider 20th in minor event chase at Cheltenham (30.2f, good to soft, 40/1) 89 days ago. Cheekpieces back on.
Early-season form brings him into it and dangerous to dismiss after a break.
3
3rd (9) The Abbey (3.2/1 +29%)
The Abbey

3.2/1(+29%)
(9) The Abbey 3.2/1, 7/2, career best when winning 10-runner handicap chase at Limerick (25.5f, good to soft) 18 days ago, hard held. On the upgrade recently so rates a big player in his hat-trick bid.
Has won his last two comfortably; up 11lb for last time but something has clicked.
4
4th (7) Snugsborough Hall (11/1 +45%)
Snugsborough Hall

11/1(+45%)
(7) Snugsborough Hall 11/1, Twelfth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (22.4f, good, 14/1). Off 9 months. Switches from hurdles to chase. Eleven runs since last win in 2021.
Won a recent point and was only beaten 2l in this 12 months ago off 5lb higher.
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5th (4) Champagne Gold (8.5/1 -6%)
Champagne Gold

8.5/1(-6%)
(4) Champagne Gold 8.5/1, Creditable fifth of 12 in handicap chase (16/1) at Punchestown (24f, good to soft) 44 days ago. Can give a good account.
This represents a welcome drop in class from the Cheltenham and Punchestown festivals.
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6th (11) Good As Hell (6/1 +57%)
Good As Hell

6/1(+57%)
(11) Good As Hell 6/1, Latest win in chase at Tipperary in May. Good third of 12 in handicap hurdle (11/2) at Wexford (20f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Up in trip. Possibilities.
Placed over hurdles last time and she's better over fences; good bet to give her running.
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7th (3) Go Another One (11/1 -69%)
Go Another One

11/1(-69%)
(3) Go Another One 11/1, Career best when winning 5-runner handicap chase (5/1) at Cartmel (25.5f, good) 16 days ago. Enters calculations.
Won at Cartmel latest but only beat four rivals and seems happiest in small fields.
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8th (1) Hurricane Georgie (7.5/1 -25%)
Hurricane Georgie

7.5/1(-25%)
(1) Hurricane Georgie 7.5/1, Three wins from 9 runs last season. 5/2, second of 4 in minor event chase at Limerick (19.7f, good to soft) 18 days ago, barely adequate test. Back up in trip and in the mix for a stable having good spell.
Won the Midlands National at Kilbeggan last summer; ran well over too short a trip latest.
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9th (6) Walking On Glass (16/1 +36%)
Walking On Glass

16/1(+36%)
(6) Walking On Glass 16/1, Below form eighth of 15 in handicap chase (25/1) at Ballinrobe (23f, good) 14 days ago. Others appeal more.
Failed to shine on return to fences at Ballinrobe two weeks ago, albeit in a strong race.
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10th (8) Pairc Na Ngael (40/1 -233%)
Pairc Na Ngael

40/1(-233%)
(8) Pairc Na Ngael 40/1, Two wins from 4 runs last season. 22/1, twelfth of 13 in handicap chase at Kilbeggan (19.1f, good to soft) 31 days ago. Back up in trip. Cheekpieces back on. Others more persuasive.
Has to bounce back from a quiet reappearance at Kilbeggan when never at the races.
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11th (5) Popong (14/1 -17%)
Popong

14/1(-17%)
(5) Popong 14/1, Tenth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (20f, good, 16/1) 28 days ago. Switches from hurdles to chase. Back up in trip. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Needs a couple of these to falter.
Below form over hurdles the last twice but she was runner-up in this 12 months ago.
LTO Selection:

17:13 Roscommon Handicap Chase 24f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Sharing the same name as the local hotel, THE ABBEY would be a popular winner of this feature contest. The 10-year-old has shown remarkable improvement in recent starts, winning easily at Downpatrick and Limerick respectively. Despite a 20lb rise, the Yeats gelding still looks well treated on a mark of 117 and with Danny Gilligan again on board, he looks the one to beat. Gordon Elliott trains the selection and is also represented by top-weight Hurricane Georgie. She won the Midlands National at Kilbeggan last season and can make an impact here. Henry de Bromhead is also double handed, with Champagne Gold and Popong his representatives. The latter, who filled the runner-up spot 12 months ago, is given second preference, fitted with cheekpieces for the first time. Stealthy Tom has won three of his last five and is a leading contender with Mark McDonagh aboard, while Snugsborough Hall (third last year) and 14-time winner Go Another One are others that warrant respect.

THE ABBEY arrives on the up and still looks weighted to complete a hat-trick despite being hiked up 11 lb for his most recent Limerick success. Go Another One is feared most on the back of his Cartmel victory, with veteran Pakens Rock another to consider now he is back on track.

The 8yo CHAMPAGNE GOLD can find this easier than contesting competitive handicaps at the Cheltenham/Punchestown festivals.


17:25 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 24f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Blue Sans (4.5/1 -35%)
Blue Sans

4.5/1(-35%)
(4) Blue Sans 4.5/1, Fit from a point run, could only manage 13 lengths fourth back over hurdles at Worcester (2½m) last month but she is dangerously well handicapped if staging a revival for a yard in very good form. Headgear left off.
Well treated on her old form and has had a near-miss at 2m7f in the past; not ruled out.
2
2nd (9) The Longest Day (6.5/1 +7%)
The Longest Day

6.5/1(+7%)
(9) The Longest Day 6.5/1, Poor maiden but has been placed twice in handicaps around 3m since returning from a long absence this spring. 4 lb out of the handicap this time.
Placed in the last two of his three runs after long absence; 4lb out of the weights here.
3
3rd (7) Having A Barney (1.5/1 +50%)
Having A Barney

1.5/1(+50%)
(7) Having A Barney 1.5/1, On the up since sent handicapping, including a 20.5f Ayr win in March. Creditable third over 20.5f here latest, sticking on again after getting hampered. Much respected now stepping back up in trip.
Stayed on well when third here (2m4f) last time and he looks interesting back up in trip.
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4th (8) Robeam (14/1 +65%)
Robeam

14/1(+65%)
(8) Robeam 14/1, Largely struggled since finishing third in a C&D handicap off 8 lb higher last September and it's likely best to look elsewhere again. Wears a hood for the first time over jumps.
Losing run is up to 17 and he's generally struggled under both codes this year.
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5th (5) Barely Famous (8.5/1 -6%)
Barely Famous

8.5/1(-6%)
(5) Barely Famous 8.5/1, Landed back-to-back handicaps (first one over C&D) for Ryan Potter last autumn. Also a good second at Huntingdon in October and he shaped better than the result on his recent return to action for new trainer Matt Sheppard. Likely to be sharper with that run behind him. Considered.
C&D winner last autumn but she made a low-key start for new yard last month.
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6th (6) De Grey Mink (25/1 -108%)
De Grey Mink

25/1(-108%)
(6) De Grey Mink 25/1, Modest form at best, pulling up on yard debut a year ago. Off since. Tongue tied first time. Best to look elsewhere unless the betting strongly hints otherwise.
Pulled up in both his runs last year and has a lot to prove after another lengthy absence.
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7th (1) Here We Have It (40/1 -300%)
Here We Have It

40/1(-300%)
(1) Here We Have It 40/1, Overcame poor position to win a 2m handicap chase here in December but has struggled for form since, including remote fourth over fences here (2m again) last month. Remains to be seen whether a return to hurdles and a significant step back up in trip helps to spark a revival.
Has been disappointing over fences this year and has plenty to prove back over hurdles.
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|PU| (2) Supreme Yeats (7/1 -8%)
Supreme Yeats

7/1(-8%)
(2) Supreme Yeats 7/1, Cosy winner of 20.5f course handicap in November. Not at that level since but his Market Rasen third over an inadequate 2m was better and he's dropped back to that successful mark. No surprise if he goes well.
Won over 2m4f here last November but he's not matched that form since; others preferred.
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|PU| (3) Roscoe Tara (11/1 -38%)
Roscoe Tara

11/1(-38%)
(3) Roscoe Tara 11/1, Reached the frame in a couple of maiden hurdles in 2020/21 season. Better effort in handicaps since returning from a long absence when 11 lengths fourth at Ffos Las (2½m) 34 days ago. Longer trip now might help.
Seven-race maiden but has shaped as though the step up to 3m could suit.
LTO Selection:

17:25 Southwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 24f Race Class Flow

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

BLUE SANS was unable to justify strong support on his stable debut at Worcester last month, nevertheless, the Fergal O'Brien-trained mare may travel more kindly now up in distance and it's too soon to be writing her off. Having A Barney arrives in better form than most and must enter calculations, while Roscoe Tara is another who could improve for this stiffer test and can't be discounted either.

The suggestion is HAVING A BARNEY, who was a bit better than the result when third over shorter here last time and is unexposed at this trip. Blue Sans was only fourth at Worcester recently but is well treated on her best efforts and is feared most ahead of Supreme Yeats, who won off an identical mark here last year.

This looks trappy but HAVING A BARNEY gets the vote ahead of Roscoe Tara and Blue Sans.


17:40 Windsor Stakes (Class 4) 6f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (8) Pink Satin (11/1 +21%)
Pink Satin

11/1(+21%)
(8) Pink Satin 11/1, Foaled April 29. Churchill filly. Closely related to smart winner up to 1½m Highland Chief (won first time up) and half-sister to 3 winners, including winner up to 1¾m Tartan Chief and 1¼m winner African. From a highly successful family for connections and got to be of interest on debut.
Has a useful pedigree but she could be one for longer trips later on.
2
2nd (7) Painite (1.75/1 +0%)
Painite

1.75/1(+0%)
(7) Painite 1.75/1, 11,500 gns foal, €28,000 yearling, £120,000 2-y-o, Eqtidaar filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including 1½m winner You Just Rock and winner up to 1¼m Isle of Wolves. Second of 8 in maiden at Nottingham (5f, good, 4/1) on debut 8 days ago, not knocked about. 6f will suit and leading claims.
Promising second at Nottingham on recent debut and she's a big player upped in trip.
3
3rd (1) Lincoln Legacy (6/1 -50%)
Lincoln Legacy

6/1(-50%)
(1) Lincoln Legacy 6/1, €36,000 yearling, Footstepsinthesand filly. Sister to smart 2-y-o 7f winner Sent From Heaven and half-sister to numerous winners, including smart 1m-1¼m winner Above Average. Won 10-runner minor event at Kempton (6f, 7/1) on debut 19 days ago. Open to improvement.
Well-bred filly who was a brave winner at Kempton on her debut; respected under penalty.
4
4th (3) Lady Wulfrun (9/1 +25%)
Lady Wulfrun

9/1(+25%)
(3) Lady Wulfrun 9/1, Saxon Warrior filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful 9f-1½m winner Encourage and 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Candle of Hope. Seventh of 11 in minor event (10/1) at this course (5.1f, heavy) on debut 49 days ago. Should progress.
Finished down the field here in April and needs a transformation on her second start.
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5th (6) Looby (16/1 -33%)
Looby

16/1(-33%)
(6) Looby 16/1, Foaled January 29. £68,000 yearling, Havana Grey filly. Dam, winner up to 6.3f (including at 2 yrs), half-sister to useful 1½m winner (stayed 2m) Macbeth. Yard going along nicely and have had a couple of winning newcomers in recent weeks.
Has speed and stamina in pedigree and market should guide on debut.
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6th (2) Key To Cotai (25/1 +0%)
Key To Cotai

25/1(+0%)
(2) Key To Cotai 25/1, Foaled May 11. Cotai Glory filly. Sister to winner up to 7f Cotai Hero and 2-y-o 6f winner Cotai Pearl.
Sister to two winners at 6f-7f; yard is in good form and market should guide on debut.
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7th (4) Line Of Fire (25/1 +50%)
Line Of Fire

25/1(+50%)
(4) Line Of Fire 25/1, 11/2, seventh of 9 in minor event at Sandown (5f, good) 27 days ago, slowly away.
Goes up in trip but has quite a lot to find and is probably more of a nursery prospect.
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8th (10) Sheffa (16/1 +0%)
Sheffa

16/1(+0%)
(10) Sheffa 16/1, U S Navy Flag filly. Dam unraced out of sister to Dubai World Cup winner Street Cry. Seventh of 12 in maiden at Thirsk (5f, good, 5/1) on debut 23 days ago, not knocked about. Up in trip. Should have more to offer.
Shaped with some promise at Thirsk and she looks a likely improver on this step up in trip.
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9th (9) Seven Aces (40/1 -21%)
Seven Aces

40/1(-21%)
(9) Seven Aces 40/1, Twice-raced maiden. 14/1, fourth of 7 in minor event at Haydock (7f, good to firm) 17 days ago. She might need more time.
Beaten around 6l in both her runs and remains best watched for now; yard also runs Painite.
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10th (5) Line Sheet (25/1 -25%)
Line Sheet

25/1(-25%)
(5) Line Sheet 25/1, 120,000 gns yearling, Advertise filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful winner up to 9f Feel Glorious and winner up to 7f Himself. Dam 2-y-o 7f winner. 18/1, sixth of 7 in maiden at Goodwood (6f, good to firm) on debut 16 days ago. Should improve.
120,000gns half-sister to five winners but she made a low-key start at Goodwood last month.
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11th (11) South Kensington (3.33/1 -21%)
South Kensington

3.33/1(-21%)
(11) South Kensington 3.33/1, 85,000 gns yearling, Blue Point filly. Half-sister to 1m winner Dark of Night. Dam, 7f winner who stayed 1¼m, half-sister to useful 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Alsindi. Fifth of 10 in minor event (4/1) at Newmarket (6f, good) on debut 23 days ago. Sure to improve.
Showed clear promise when fifth at Newmarket and has claims if she can build on that.
LTO Selection:

17:40 Windsor Stakes (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

PAINITE filled the runner-up spot on debut and she was three lengths clear of the third that day, which was a hugely promising start to her career. With the likelihood of much more to come, she can put that experience to good use. Lincoln Legacy scored at Kempton on her first start and has to be respected, while any market support for Key To Cotai would be of interest.

PAINITE made a promising start at Nottingham and could be hard to beat if improving as expected over this longer trip. There could be plenty more to come from South Kensington also after her Newmarket run and she's the danger ahead of Kempton-winner Lincoln Legacy. Looby and Pink Satin are a couple of interesting newcomers.

Richard Hannon's PAINITE rallied well to go close at Nottingham on her recent debut and gets the vote on this step up in trip.


17:48 Roscommon 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 (4) Aussie Warrior (16/1 +27%)
Aussie Warrior

16/1(+27%)
(4) Aussie Warrior 16/1, Fairly useful maiden on the Flat. 28/1, sixth of 14 in novice hurdle at Tramore (16.6f, good) 10 days ago.
77-rated maiden on Flat in Britain; ran okay in first 2 hurdles but beaten 40l+ both times.
2
2nd (13) Mercury Mission (7.5/1 +17%)
Mercury Mission

7.5/1(+17%)
(13) Mercury Mission 7.5/1, Fairly useful maiden on the Flat, making GB/IRE jumps debut. Off 7 months. First run for yard after leaving W. McCreery.
73-rated maiden for Willie McCreery, placed over 1m4f; picked up for E23,000 in the autumn.
3
3rd (14) Mr Globalist (7/1 +13%)
Mr Globalist

7/1(+13%)
(14) Mr Globalist 7/1, Modest hurdler. Remains a maiden after 7 hurdle runs. 16/1, eighth of 9 in juvenile hurdle at Naas (15.5f, good to soft) 106 days ago. First run for yard after leaving P. J. Rothwell.
Runner-up in Tipperary maiden on hurdling bow last year and some fair runs since; new yard.
4
4th (11) Knocknacree (2.5/1 -81%)
Knocknacree

2.5/1(-81%)
(11) Knocknacree 2.5/1, Twice-raced maiden. 7/2, second of 7 in novice hurdle at Perth (16.2f, good) 25 days ago. Stable having good spell. Leading claims.
Bit of promise until unseating on debut before 3l second of seven at Perth; leading player.
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5th (18) Nemean (2.5/1 +55%)
Nemean

2.5/1(+55%)
(18) Nemean 2.5/1, Modest hurdler. 3/1, twelfth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good) 25 days ago. RESERVE.
Second off 92 in Wexford novice handicap but well held both starts since; reserve.
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6th (9) Gulfam (150/1 -275%)
Gulfam

150/1(-275%)
(9) Gulfam 150/1, Last of 13 in bumper at Down Royal (16.8f, good to soft, 40/1) on NH debut 42 days ago. Makes hurdles debut.
Well bred ex-Gosden inmate; 40s, too keen and weakened to finish last in Down Royal bumper.
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7th (15) Blenheim Belle (12/1 +14%)
Blenheim Belle

12/1(+14%)
(15) Blenheim Belle 12/1, Promising type. First run since leaving Tom Ward when seventh of 14 in novice hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good, 14/1) on NH debut 25 days ago. Should improve.
Modest on Flat in Britain (rated 58); not shamed in mid-field on hurdling bow at Tramore.
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8th (16) Ruby Jules (100/1 -25%)
Ruby Jules

100/1(-25%)
(16) Ruby Jules 100/1, Twice-raced maiden. 100/1, fourth of 9 in juvenile hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.2f, good) 13 days ago.
Tailed off in novice company so far over hurdles and probably one for handicaps..
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9th (8) General Idea (33/1 -83%)
General Idea

33/1(-83%)
(8) General Idea 33/1, Fair maiden on Flat, stays 1¼m, unsuited by drop in trip last time.
Unplaced in seven starts on the Flat since coming from Haggas' yard; hurdling bow.
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10th (1) Across The Ocean (200/1 -150%)
Across The Ocean

200/1(-150%)
(1) Across The Ocean 200/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eleventh of 14 in novice hurdle (150/1) at Tramore (16.6f, good) 10 days ago.
Beaten miles all three starts over hurdles; makes no appeal.
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11th (10) I Am The Sea (66/1 -136%)
I Am The Sea

66/1(-136%)
(10) I Am The Sea 66/1, Closely related to useful hurdler Mark of Gold (2m-21f winner, by Golden Horn). Fair maiden on Flat, stays 11f, below form last time (has left William Haggas).
63-rated maiden for William Haggas, best around 1m2f on fast ground; sibling smart hurdler.
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12th (2) Akaabir (12/1 -41%)
Akaabir

12/1(-41%)
(2) Akaabir 12/1, Modest maiden on the Flat. Seventh of 17 in novice hurdle at Listowel (16f, good, 80/1) on hurdles bow 7 days ago.
Beaten 19l by older rivals in decent Listowel maiden; won't need to improve much.
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13th (3) Augeron (250/1 -213%)
Augeron

250/1(-213%)
(3) Augeron 250/1, 100/1 and tongue strap on, pulled up in juvenile hurdle at Punchestown (15.8f, good to soft) on NH debut 20 days ago.
Camelot gelding from small Mayo yard; pulled up on debut at Punchestown; needs more time.
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14th (7) Drombanna Boy (16/1 -78%)
Drombanna Boy

16/1(-78%)
(7) Drombanna Boy 16/1, Walk In The Park gelding. Dam, maiden hurdler (stayed 3m), closely related to Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Synchronised and useful 21f/2¾m hurdle winner Cross The Flags out of useful 2m hurdler/2½m chase winner Mayasta.
First foal of a mare who is closely related to Gold Cup winner Synchronised;note market.
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15th (17) Silent Dawn (33/1 +18%)
Silent Dawn

33/1(+18%)
(17) Silent Dawn 33/1, Dawn Approach gelding. RESERVE.
Dawn Approach gelding; dam half-sister to pair of hurdle winners; reserve.
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|PU| (5) Boots And Jeans (7.5/1 -25%)
Boots And Jeans

7.5/1(-25%)
(5) Boots And Jeans 7.5/1, Seventh of 10 in bumper at Naas (15.9f, heavy, 7/1) 155 days ago. Makes hurdles debut and could do better.
Well beaten in Naas bumper on soft ground in January; bred to appreciate a sounder surface.
LTO Selection:

17:48 Roscommon Maiden Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Denis Hogan has his string in fine form at present and the Co Tipperary trainer is double handed here, saddling both AKAABIR and General Idea. A Godolphin cast-off, the former ran a nice race on debut over flights at Listowel last week and finished just two and a half lengths behind the 121-rated Morning Soldier. The Dark Angel gelding should come on plenty for that experience and can be expected to go a lot closer now. In truth, this is a weak contest and newcomer Drombana Boy won't have to be anything out of the ordinary to get involved. By Walk In The Park, the Enda Bolger-trained bay is out of a half-sister to the brilliant Synchronised, winner of the 2012 Cheltenham Gold Cup. Gordon Elliott's Knocknacree is out of three-time track winner Layla Joan, who Elliott also trained. Second of seven on his most recent start at Perth, it'll come as no surprise if he manages to go a place better now. Twice placed last year, Mr Globalist is another leading contender on his debut for Shay Slevin, while Mercury Mission and Boots And Jeans are others who warrant respect.

A thin maiden hurdle that can see Gordon Elliott enjoy yet another winner, courtesy of KNOCKNACREE, who ran well at Perth. Blenheim Belle and Boots And Jeans are put up for the places.

Perth second Knocknacree might want further; so too might AKAABIR but it was a promising start over hurdles from him at Listowel


18:00 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) Indian Sounds (2.75/1 +8%)
Indian Sounds

2.75/1(+8%)
(6) Indian Sounds 2.75/1, Not an obvious one having had 26 runs since his last win in 2020 but his stable has an excellent record in this race (has won last 4 runnings).
Remains favourably treated on lots of form; trainer has great record in this race.
2
2nd (5) Blazing Hot (16/1 -60%)
Blazing Hot

16/1(-60%)
(5) Blazing Hot 16/1, Latest win at Southwell in December. Off 4 months, first run since leaving David Brown when fifth of 7 in handicap at Catterick (5f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Should be sharper for the outing.
All wins on AW; close third over C&D last term but 7lb higher now; 0-17 on turf.
3
3rd (1) Soul Seeker (3.5/1 -27%)
Soul Seeker

3.5/1(-27%)
(1) Soul Seeker 3.5/1, C&D winner. 4/1, creditable second of 6 in handicap at Ripon (5f, good to firm) 5 days ago. Likely to be thereabouts.
Remains on a workable mark and the return to Pontefract looks a plus (2-3 here); respected.
4
4th (2) Jarvis (3.5/1 +0%)
Jarvis

3.5/1(+0%)
(2) Jarvis 3.5/1, Dual 5f winner for Ger Lyons. Didn't hit the ground running for this yard last autumn but better signs after a break when fifth of 10 at Newcastle (5f) last month, showing good speed. Entitled to be sharper for run and he's well treated on peak form.
Clear signs of a return to form at Newcastle on seasonal debut (fourth run for new yard).
5th
5th (4) Cottam Lane (3.2/1 +29%)
Cottam Lane

3.2/1(+29%)
(4) Cottam Lane 3.2/1, Course winner. Fifteen runs since last win in 2021. Ninth of 13 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good, 25/1) on reappearance 7 days ago. Needs to have come on a fair bit in a short time.
Defied an 8lb higher mark here in 2021 for previous stable; not dismissed.
6th
6th (3) Bert Kibbler (8/1 +11%)
Bert Kibbler

8/1(+11%)
(3) Bert Kibbler 8/1, Latest win at Southwell in March. Best not judged on latest last of 5 at Nottingham as he reared badly leaving the stalls. Cheekpieces on first time.
Not solid but has a fighting chance if he takes well to first-time headgear.
LTO Selection:

18:00 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

A relatively small field in which BERT KIBBLER can take advantage of a drop in class from his most recent outing. He was second off a 2lb lower mark at Ayr on his third-last outing and is fancied to get the better of Jarvis, who reverts to turf following a fair fifth at Newcastle last month. Recent Ripon runner-up Soul Seeker is also respected.

There were quite encouraging signs from the well-handicapped JARVIS on his AW reappearance 5 weeks ago and he's given a chance to build on that. Indian Sounds is on a long losing run but the Paul Midgley stable does very well in this race so he's feared most ahead of last week's Ripon second Soul Seeker.

The runner with the most positives is SOUL SEEKER. Second choice is Indian Sounds.


18:10 Windsor Stakes (Class 5) 10f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Elraaed (8.5/1 -143%)
Elraaed

8.5/1(-143%)
(3) Elraaed 8.5/1, Debut Ffos Las fifth but well below that form when again fifth of 8 in minor event at Southwell (8.1f) 35 days ago. Up in trip. Cheekpieces on 1st time.
Not lived up to market billing in either start; now upped in trip with headgear fitted.
2
2nd (4) Insanity (4.5/1 +63%)
Insanity

4.5/1(+63%)
(4) Insanity 4.5/1, 26,000 gns yearling, Nathaniel colt. Brother to 1½m winner Star Dreamer and half-brother to 2-y-o 7.4f winner Dream Poet and 1½m winner Nellie Moon. Not ruled out on his first run.
26,000gns yearling; related to three winners but probably one for the longer term.
3
3rd (7) Syllabus (2.75/1 -10%)
Syllabus

2.75/1(-10%)
(7) Syllabus 2.75/1, Sea The Stars colt who has shaped well on both his starts, fifth of 13 in maiden at Newmarket (10f, good) 24 days ago when finishing with running left. Sure to improve. Firmly in the picture.
Promise in both runs at Newmarket (1m/1m2f, good); capable of better.
4
4th (6) Shadow Dance (1.38/1 +31%)
Shadow Dance

1.38/1(+31%)
(6) Shadow Dance 1.38/1, Has shaped with promise when placed over 10f in Windsor novice and maiden at Chester this spring. Remains open to improvement. The one to beat.
Two promising efforts, including C&D, on soft; obvious chance if handling quicker ground.
5th
5th (10) Love Song (12/1 -20%)
Love Song

12/1(-20%)
(10) Love Song 12/1, New Approach filly. Dam winner up to 1m (2-y-o 6f winner). Noteworthy newcomer who is worth a market check.
Dam a useful winner (6f-1m); powerful yard can ready a newcomer; check betting.
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6th (5) Miller Spirit (10/1 +0%)
Miller Spirit

10/1(+0%)
(5) Miller Spirit 10/1, Promising type. 40/1, fourth of 12 in maiden at Chepstow (10f, good to firm) 10 days ago, slowly away. May well do better still. In the mix.
Promise in both starts, still looking very green when 4th at Chepstow latest; more to come.
7th
7th (9) Gosmore (80/1 +60%)
Gosmore

80/1(+60%)
(9) Gosmore 80/1, 150/1, thirteenth of 14 in minor event at Kempton (8f) on debut. Off 7 months. Up in trip with lots to find.
Well-beaten 150-1 shot on her debut at Kempton in November (1m).
8th
8th (8) Crazy Jade (300/1 -200%)
Crazy Jade

300/1(-200%)
(8) Crazy Jade 300/1, Telescope filly. Dam placed at 1m-1¼m (stayed 1½m) out of winning half-sister to smart winner up to 1¼m Circumvent. Others appeal more on this occasion.
Dam a modest maiden from a useful family; likely one for further down the line.
9th
9th (1) Young Bertie (300/1 -200%)
Young Bertie

300/1(-200%)
(1) Young Bertie 300/1, Intrinsic gelding. Dam, 9.5f/1¼m winner, closely related to smart 9.5f-1½m winner Young Mick. Market can guide on his belated debut.
First foal of a minor 1m2f winner; best watched on belated debut.
LTO Selection:

18:10 Windsor Stakes (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Shadow Dance failed to justify favouritism last time at Chester as he could only manage third, but that wasn't a bad effort and he still merits consideration. However, the vote goes to SYLLABUS, who stayed on to finish fifth on only his second start. He should have more to come and he can go in for powerful connections. Love Song should be monitored in the betting on her racecourse bow.

SHADOW DANCE holds the edge on form and with more progress in the pipelines Roger Varian's Almanzor colt is taken to edge out Syllabus, who also has better days ahead of him and rates a major threat. Newcomer Love Song and Chepstow-fourth Miller Spirit can fight it out for minor honours.

Miller Spirit is still capable of much better but SYLLABUS might find this easier than the Newmarket races he's contested so far.


18:18 Roscommon Handicap 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 (5) Prioritise (12/1 +57%)
Prioritise

12/1(+57%)
(5) Prioritise 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden over hurdles. Fair winner at 9f on Flat. 33/1, ninth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good) 25 days ago. Tongue strap back on.
70-rated on the Flat; jumping an issue in this sphere; late headway when beaten 15l latest.
2
2nd (13) Atlantic Wonder (7.5/1 -50%)
Atlantic Wonder

7.5/1(-50%)
(13) Atlantic Wonder 7.5/1, Promising sort. 8/1, creditable sixth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.2f, good) 13 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Enters calculations.
Fair sixth in higher grade, 2 places behind No Easy Way, at Ballinrobe; has a race in him.
3
3rd (17) Leroy Leroy (40/1 -21%)
Leroy Leroy

40/1(-21%)
(17) Leroy Leroy 40/1, 22/1, thirteenth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (19f, good to soft) 17 days ago. RESERVE.
Dual hurdles winner in Britain; weakened tamely on first run of the year; reserve.
4
4th (12) Grizabella (16/1 -78%)
Grizabella

16/1(-78%)
(12) Grizabella 16/1, Promising type. Fair winner at 10f on Flat. Good fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Wexford (17.4f, good to soft, 22/1) 12 days ago. Hood on 1st time. Should progress.
Better on second handicap start, despite being keen, when beaten 6l and hood should help.
5th
5th (4) Herculaneum (16/1 +27%)
Herculaneum

16/1(+27%)
(4) Herculaneum 16/1, Winner in hurdle at Naas in March. 5/1, bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap hurdle at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to soft) 38 days ago. Back down in trip. Merits consideration.
Popped up at 16-1 on easy ground at Naas; 20l defeats since including over 2m6f latest.
6th
6th (9) Taylors Three Rock (5/1 +9%)
Taylors Three Rock

5/1(+9%)
(9) Taylors Three Rock 5/1, First run since leaving Tony Carroll when 16/1 and tongue strap on for first time, won 11-runner handicap hurdle at Listowel (16f, good) 7 days ago, always holding on. Free-goer who can take some pegging back.
After 203 days off made all (jumped right) in higher grade handicap at Listowel; up 7lb.
7th
7th (8) Redwood Queen (2.75/1 -38%)
Redwood Queen

2.75/1(-38%)
(8) Redwood Queen 2.75/1, Promising individual. First run since leaving Noel C. Kelly when creditable third of 15 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (15.8f, good to soft, 4/1) 20 days ago, staying on well under a considerate ride. Looks very interesting.
Caught everyone's eye (including stewards) when third at Punchestown; second has won since.
8th
8th (6) Ivane (80/1 -142%)
Ivane

80/1(-142%)
(6) Ivane 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. Eleventh of 19 in novice hurdle (100/1) at Navan (20f, soft). Off 7 months. Makes handicap hurdle debut and is a potential improver.
Decent French pedigree and showed glimmers of promise in bumpers; nothing in maidens.
9th
9th (15) Tenth Amendment (50/1 +24%)
Tenth Amendment

50/1(+24%)
(15) Tenth Amendment 50/1, Eighth of 12 in handicap hurdle (33/1) at Downpatrick (17.8f, heavy) 71 days ago.
Modest under both codes; stays 2m on the Flat; twelve-race maiden in this sphere.
10th
10th (14) Sayitfirst (80/1 -60%)
Sayitfirst

80/1(-60%)
(14) Sayitfirst 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Tongue strap on for 1st time, twelfth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (16f, good, 50/1). Off 10 months. First run for yard after leaving Eoin Christopher McCarthy.
Modest form and beaten miles on handicap bow at Kilbeggan last August; not seen since.
11th
11th (3) Up And Out (8/1 +0%)
Up And Out

8/1(+0%)
(3) Up And Out 8/1, 6/1, creditable fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Perth (16.2f, good) 25 days ago. Isn't shaping like a winner in waiting but she's in top hands.
Placed in maidens including when second at Kilbeggan; beaten 10l in Perth h'cap latest.
12th
12th (7) Planet Janet (16/1 +52%)
Planet Janet

16/1(+52%)
(7) Planet Janet 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Thirteenth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (17f, soft, 16/1) 168 days ago.
16s, beaten 39l on handicap bow at Down Royal over Christmas; better ground may help.
|PU|
|PU| (1) Skip Mahler (5.5/1 +39%)
Skip Mahler

5.5/1(+39%)
(1) Skip Mahler 5.5/1, 4/1, respectable fifth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (15.8f, good to soft) 20 days ago, though was denied a clear run.
Chased home facile, and subsequent, winner at Ballinrobe; fifth of 15 at Punchestown.
|PU|
|PU| (11) Macs Lady (8/1 -7%)
Macs Lady

8/1(-7%)
(11) Macs Lady 8/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. First run since leaving Ross O'Sullivan when second of 17 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (19f, good to soft, 66/1) 17 days ago. Not taken lightly.
Front-running second of 17 at Limerick last month; winner followed up over fences lately.
|PU|
|PU| (16) So Easy Way (25/1 +11%)
So Easy Way

25/1(+11%)
(16) So Easy Way 25/1, Remains a maiden after 19 NH runs. Nineteen runs since last win in 2019. 80/1, fourth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.2f, good) 13 days ago.
In the doldrums for ages until ran much better when leading until the last at Ballinrobe.
LTO Selection:

18:18 Roscommon Handicap Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Fresh from a double at Bangor on Saturday, 'Shark' Hanlon might be able to strike here with GRIZABELLA. A winner on the level last summer, she ran a fine race to finish fourth on just her second start in handicap company at Wexford and she is fitted with a hood for the first time now. Trying to second guess Charles Byrnes is a futile exercise and so it's difficult to know what to expect from Redwood Queen. She stayed on strongly to finish third under tender handling on debut for the highly controversial Limerick handler at Punchestown last month. Macs Lady also ran a cracker on debut for a new outfit at Limerick. Now in the care of Shane Ryder, she ultimately couldn't hold off the progressive Bal Kauto, and had to settle for second after attempting to make all. Taylor Three Rock successfully made every inch of the running at Listowel recently and she is sure to have plenty of supporters, while others for the shortlist in this competitive affair are Up And Out, Skip Mahler and Atlantic Wonder.

This looks a hot race for the grade with several potential improvers. None more so than REDWOOD QUEEN, who caught the eye in no uncertain terms at Punchestown 3 weeks ago. Grizabella should have more to offer as a hurdler given her Flat ability, with Atlantic Wonder completing the shortlist.

Punchestown eyecatcher Redwood Queen may well be overbet and ATLANTIC WONDER has been shaping like he has one of these in him


18:30 Pontefract 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 (6) Neverstopdreaming (1.5/1 +55%)
Neverstopdreaming

1.5/1(+55%)
(6) Neverstopdreaming 1.5/1, €220,000 yearling, No Nay Never filly. Dam, 8.4f winner, sister to very smart winner up to 1¼m Winter (including 1000 Guineas) out of smart 6f/7f winner Laddies Poker Two. 13/2, fourth of 7 in maiden at Goodwood (6f, good to firm) on debut 16 days ago. More to come.
Nicely bred filly who showed promise at Goodwood last month; sure to improve.
2
2nd (9) Soveraine (4.5/1 +68%)
Soveraine

4.5/1(+68%)
(9) Soveraine 4.5/1, Foaled May 13. €42,000 yearling, Ten Sovereigns filly. Half-sister to several winners, including winner up to 6f K Club and winner up to 6f Back To Brussels, both useful. Dam maiden (stayed 7f). Appealing page and yard usually target this.
42,000euros yearling; by Ten Sovereigns; heed the market signals.
3
3rd (1) Alnoory Star (8/1 +64%)
Alnoory Star

8/1(+64%)
(1) Alnoory Star 8/1, Foaled January 29. 40,000 gns foal, £80,000 yearling, Ardad filly. Dam unraced out of useful 1¼m winner Lady Liberty. Fetched a fair bit last year and one to note (yard 2-7 here).
£80,000 yearling; by Ardad; check the betting.
4
4th (2) Calafrio (50/1 +24%)
Calafrio

50/1(+24%)
(2) Calafrio 50/1, Foaled February 25. 40,000 gns 2-y-o, Le Brivido filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 7f winner Orchid Bloom. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 1m (stayed 10.5f) Bahia Breeze.
40,000gns 2yo; by Le Brivido; stable has modest strike-rate with 2yos.
5th
5th (7) Oceanic Wonder (80/1 -21%)
Oceanic Wonder

80/1(-21%)
(7) Oceanic Wonder 80/1, Pastoral Pursuits filly. Dam 1¼m-1½m winner. 16/1, last of 7 in maiden at Thirsk (5f, heavy) on debut 51 days ago. Bred more for stamina than speed and likely to need more time.
Needs to improve markedly on Thirsk debut effort.
6th
6th (8) Say Hello (7/1 -8%)
Say Hello

7/1(-8%)
(8) Say Hello 7/1, Promising start at Sandown (5f) although that form hasn't worked out and she was disappointing at Windsor (6f, good to firm) 14 days ago.
Leading player on Sandown debut form; disappointing at Windsor since.
7th
7th (4) Helga Brandt (3.33/1 +17%)
Helga Brandt

3.33/1(+17%)
(4) Helga Brandt 3.33/1, Foaled January 30. 65,000 gns yearling, Mehmas filly. Dam, maiden (stayed 1¼m), half-sister to 2-y-o 6f/7f winner (stayed 1¼m) Bunker and 2-y-o 7f winner Imperial Fighter (both smart). Likely type on paper and a market move would be interesting.
65,000gns yearling; by Mehmas; yard is going strongly with 2yos; likely type.
8th
8th (3) Fast Love (16/1 -78%)
Fast Love

16/1(-78%)
(3) Fast Love 16/1, Time Test filly. Dam unraced out of half-sister to Great Voltigeur Stakes winner Centennial. 80/1, sixth of 10 in fillies' novice at Ripon (6f, good to firm) on debut 11 days ago, shaping well. Should progress, not least when upped in trip.
Eyecatching sixth at Ripon; open to improvement.
LTO Selection:

18:30 Pontefract Maiden (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

Nariko makes plenty of appeal and Kevin Ryan's 600,000gns purchase would be dangerous to dismiss, especially as she is a half-sister to Group 3 winner Rumble Inthejungle and Group 2-placed Great Prospector. However, racecourse experience could seal the deal for NEVERSTOPDREAMING, who finished fourth in deeper waters at Goodwood last month. Soveraine is a half-sister to the German Group 3 winner K Club and also merits respect.

NARIKO was one of the top lots at the Craven Breeze-Ups, fetching a whopping 600,000 guineas, and it would be no surprise to see her make a winning start. The betting will be informative, of course, with Helga Brandt and Soveraine a couple more interesting local newcomers. €220,000 yearling Neverstopdreaming made a promising start at Goodwood and should improve.

The vote goes to very interesting newcomer NARIKO. Second choice is Neverstopdreaming.


18:40 Windsor Stakes (Class 5) 10f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Bolster (1.1/1 +27%)
Bolster

1.1/1(+27%)
(1) Bolster 1.1/1, Promising Invincible Spirit colt who landed 9-runner minor event at Leicester (8.2f, good to firm, 11/2) on debut 8 months ago. Up in trip. Open to improvement.
Created a favourable impression at Leicester on debut (1m, good); more to come over 1m2f.
2
2nd (10) Queen Emma (4/1 -20%)
Queen Emma

4/1(-20%)
(10) Queen Emma 4/1, Shaped well when debut sixth of 16 in maiden at Newbury (10f, heavy, 12/1) 52 days ago. Can build on it now so needs considering.
Well beaten but showed ability in Newbury maiden on debut (1m2f, soft); more to come.
3
3rd (6) Queensland Boy (300/1 -50%)
Queensland Boy

300/1(-50%)
(6) Queensland Boy 300/1, Twice-raced maiden. 150/1, eleventh of 12 in minor event at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 20 days ago. Significantly up in trip with work to do.
Down the field in two runs over shorter last month; hard to recommend.
4
4th (5) Lord Of Excess (50/1 +24%)
Lord Of Excess

50/1(+24%)
(5) Lord Of Excess 50/1, Eighth of 11 in minor event (50/1) at Chelmsford City (8f) on debut 18 days ago. Up in trip with plenty more required.
50-1, green and never in contention on last month's debut (1m, AW).
5th
5th (7) Sir Raj (7/1 -133%)
Sir Raj

7/1(-133%)
(7) Sir Raj 7/1, Runner-up in novices at Nottingham and Chelmsford City (10f, 7/4) this spring. Remains with potential and he holds solid form claims.
Debut effort was encouraging & he ran well enough at Chelmsford latest; faster ground now.
6th
6th (3) Baltic (40/1 +20%)
Baltic

40/1(+20%)
(3) Baltic 40/1, Eleventh of 14 in maiden at Newbury (10f, good, 16/1) on debut 24 days ago. Lots more is required.
Well beaten on last month's Newbury debut (1m2f, good); longer-term prospect.
7th
7th (8) A Touch Of Silver (200/1 -100%)
A Touch Of Silver

200/1(-100%)
(8) A Touch Of Silver 200/1, 10,000 gns yearling, Ulysses filly. Dam 2m winner out of useful winner up to 1¾m (2-y-o 7f winner) (stayed 2m) Astrocharm. Others appeal more.
10,000gns yearling; dam a 2m winner; probably one for further down the line.
8th
8th (9) Medina Gold (100/1 -300%)
Medina Gold

100/1(-300%)
(9) Medina Gold 100/1, Encouraging sixth of 14 in minor event at Haydock (8f, good to firm, 33/1) on debut 17 days ago. Up in trip. Should progress.
Recent debut effort (1m) not without hope but still needs significant improvement to win.
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9th (4) Lock The Vault (9/1 +64%)
Lock The Vault

9/1(+64%)
(4) Lock The Vault 9/1, 80,000 gns yearling, Cracksman gelding. Half-brother to 9.2f/1¼m winner Zaffonix Bay. Dam, maiden (stayed 1m), half-sister to smart 2-y-o 5f/6f winner Illuminate. Appeals on paper but market can guide.
80,000gns half-brother to a winner in France; powerful yard; market to guide.
10th
10th (2) Apolo (3.5/1 +0%)
Apolo

3.5/1(+0%)
(2) Apolo 3.5/1, Promising Kingman colt who shaped well when fourth of 7 in minor event (9/2) at this C&D (heavy) on debut 56 days ago, not knocked about. Open to a fair bit of progress.
Well-bred colt; green when 4th over C&D on debut 8 weeks ago; capable of much better.
LTO Selection:

18:40 Windsor Stakes (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Bolster has winning form after scoring at Leicester on his only start as a two-year-old, but that means he has to give 7lb or more to his rivals. Queen Emma looked as if the experience would do her the world of good when sixth at Newbury in April and she could surprise a few, but APOLO might be the one to beat. Fourth and less than three lengths off the winner over this C&D on debut, nominal improvement could see victory here.

The market should prove revealing but BOLSTER looked a good prospect when making a winning debut at Leicester last autumn and is fancied to make a successful return at the chief expense of promising Kingman colt Apolo, who seems sure to build on his debut C&D fourth. Sir Raj also has the form to play a big part and newcomer Lock The Vault can't be dismissed either.

Sir Raj should go well again but BOLSTER looked a good prospect when winning at Leicester on debut and he can defy a penalty.


18:48 Roscommon 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 (6) Only One Plan (4.5/1 +10%)
Only One Plan

4.5/1(+10%)
(6) Only One Plan 4.5/1, Upped his form a notch the last twice, latest when third of 12 in handicap hurdle at Wexford (17f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Just 1 lb higher now and merits consideration.
Placed the last twice in similar handicaps and looks a winner waiting to happen.
2
2nd (4) Presenting Lad (2.5/1 +62%)
Presenting Lad

2.5/1(+62%)
(4) Presenting Lad 2.5/1, Won this event (off 2 lb lower) 12 months ago and hinted at a revival when seventh of 15 in handicap hurdle (33/1) at Punchestown (15.8f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Shortlisted.
Signs of returning to form when a 12l seventh at Punchestown but he's 1-26.
3
3rd (11) Steps In The Sand (28/1 -12%)
Steps In The Sand

28/1(-12%)
(11) Steps In The Sand 28/1, Modest Flat winner. Thrice-raced maiden over hurdles. 200/1, seventh of 17 in juvenile hurdle at Punchestown (15.8f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Likely to improve.
Only win in 20 came in a claimer on the AW; yet to show any worthwhile form over hurdles.
4
4th (2) The Virginian (7/1 -8%)
The Virginian

7/1(-8%)
(2) The Virginian 7/1, Fifth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (15.8f, good to soft, 25/1) 20 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter.
AW winner who lost his way on the Flat but ran well back over hurdles at Punchestown.
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5th (9) Mi Sueno (22/1 +45%)
Mi Sueno

22/1(+45%)
(9) Mi Sueno 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 66/1 and hooded for 1st time, fifteenth of 18 in handicap hurdle at Naas (16.3f, soft) 74 days ago. Makes limited appeal.
Barely sighted when 66-1 for his handicap debut in March.
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6th (1) Edge Of My Seat (5/1 +44%)
Edge Of My Seat

5/1(+44%)
(1) Edge Of My Seat 5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable sixth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good, 16/1) 25 days ago. Hood on 1st time. Warrants respect.
Some hints of winning potential on the Flat and over hurdles, including last time.
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7th (14) Getaway Master (16/1 -14%)
Getaway Master

16/1(-14%)
(14) Getaway Master 16/1, Thirteenth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (16f, heavy, 16/1) 116 days ago. Others preferred.
0-9; ran poorly last time at Clonmel and now back from another break.
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8th (10) Mr Social (12/1 +70%)
Mr Social

12/1(+70%)
(10) Mr Social 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 28/1, sixteenth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (19f, good to soft). Off 12 months. Likely best watched.
Minor maiden form and the same again on his handicap debut at Limerick (2m3f, good).
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9th (15) Inagh's Gift (18/1 +28%)
Inagh's Gift

18/1(+28%)
(15) Inagh's Gift 18/1, 5/1 blinkered/tongue strap on for 1st time, sixth of 8 in handicap chase at Tramore (15.2f, good to soft). Off 8 months. Switches from chase to hurdles. Work to do. Engaged 3.25 Punchestown Sunday.
Longstanding maiden who has been chasing and makes limited appeal on return to hurdles.
|U|
|U| (7) Ballyfinnan Lady (28/1 -56%)
Ballyfinnan Lady

28/1(-56%)
(7) Ballyfinnan Lady 28/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 50/1, eighth of 16 in novice hurdle at this course (16.1f, good). Off 12 months. Makes handicap hurdle debut. Open to improvement.
Showed a bit more in her final maiden here and could make a handicapper.
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10th (8) Lodge Prince (33/1 +18%)
Lodge Prince

33/1(+18%)
(8) Lodge Prince 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden under NH rules. 80/1, last of 13 in novice hurdle at Tramore (16f, good to soft). Off 14 months. Makes handicap hurdle debut.
Some promise in one of his maiden hurdles but comes here after some poor runs in points.
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11th (16) Destivelle (25/1 +24%)
Destivelle

25/1(+24%)
(16) Destivelle 25/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 13 in juvenile hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good, 125/1) 25 days ago. Improvement required on handicap hurdle debut.
Of limited account on the Flat and has cut no ice in three maiden hurdles.
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12th (5) Tohellortoconnacht (12/1 -33%)
Tohellortoconnacht

12/1(-33%)
(5) Tohellortoconnacht 12/1, Tongue strap on for 1st time, fifth of 7 in hunter chase (17/2) at Tramore (21.7f, good to soft) 56 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Blinkers on 1st time. Others more persuasive.
This year's exploits in hunter chases and points hardly bode well; new headgear.
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13th (13) Courthill (125/1 -56%)
Courthill

125/1(-56%)
(13) Courthill 125/1, 100/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (22.1f, good) 13 days ago, tailing off 2 out. Back down in trip. Hard to fancy.
Basement mark is entirely warranted judged on his form to date.
|PU|
|PU| (3) Farceur De Sivola (10/1 -11%)
Farceur De Sivola

10/1(-11%)
(3) Farceur De Sivola 10/1, 16/1, respectable fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (16f, good to soft) 8 days ago. Not out of things.
Ran respectably behind a runaway winner at Kilbeggan last week.
LTO Selection:

18:48 Roscommon Handicap Hurdle 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

EDGE OF MY SEAT made the frame a couple of times on the Flat last year and has twice run well over hurdles at this venue. Keen when sixth at Tipperary last month, the fitting of a hood may help her to settle and an in-form claimer rides. Runner-up at Naas and third at Wexford, Only One Plan is handicapped to win one of these and is likely to contend again. Be My Hero ran his best race so far when second at Wexford and hasn't been with Gordon Elliott all that long so may be capable of further improvement. A winner over 1m4f at Dundalk last year, The Virginian shaped well after a lay-off when fifth at Punchestown and represents a yard which enjoyed a double on Saturday.

PRESENTING LAD won this contest last season and signalled a return to form at Punchestown last time. He gets the nod. Be My Hero and Only One Plan head the list of dangers.

None of these are overly convincing but BE MY HERO hasn't been with Gordon Elliott all that long and seems to be finding his level.


19:00 Pontefract Handicap (Class 3) 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 (7) C'mon Kenny (3.5/1 -5%)
C'mon Kenny

3.5/1(-5%)
(7) C'mon Kenny 3.5/1, Creditable third of 7 in handicap at Haydock (11.8f, good to firm, 3/1) 16 days ago, finishing with running left. Every inch a leading contender off the same mark.
Close third at Haydock last month; not dismissed off same mark.
2
2nd (2) La Pulga (1.88/1 +44%)
La Pulga

1.88/1(+44%)
(2) La Pulga 1.88/1, One win from 3 runs this year. 15/8, career best when winning 4-runner handicap at Hamilton (13.1f, good to firm) 4 days ago, pushed out. Merits respect but will need to raise his game again in order to defy a penalty in this more competitive race.
Made all for ready success at Hamilton on Thursday; good chance under 5lb penalty.
3
3rd (1) Matchless (8/1 -7%)
Matchless

8/1(-7%)
(1) Matchless 8/1, 7/4, creditable second of 5 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Useful on the Flat (winner of latest start in this sphere at Doncaster early last month) but this is tougher up 4 lb.
Made all at Doncaster on sole Flat run for this yard; likely player.
4
4th (6) Carrigillihy (7/1 +0%)
Carrigillihy

7/1(+0%)
(6) Carrigillihy 7/1, Three-time C&D winner, including when posting a career best in an 8-runner handicap (good) 17 days ago, just holding on. Should give it a good shot but more needed up 3 lb in this higher grade.
C&D scorer last month, taking Pontefract record to 4-4; commands major respect.
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5th (8) Glasses Up (14/1 +0%)
Glasses Up

14/1(+0%)
(8) Glasses Up 14/1, Twenty-three runs since last win in 2021. 9/2, creditable second of 5 in handicap at Carlisle (14.2f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Others preferred for win purposes.
Ran respectably on latest start but losing run is mounting up.
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6th (4) Knight Of Honour (7.5/1 +58%)
Knight Of Honour

7.5/1(+58%)
(4) Knight Of Honour 7.5/1, Winner at Sakhir in January. Ninth of 10 in handicap at Chester (12.3f, good, 25/1) 16 days ago, very slowly away. On a good mark judged on peak form but several of these are more appealing judged on recent exploits.
Won at Bahrain in January; inconsistent since.
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7th (5) Real Terms (5.5/1 -38%)
Real Terms

5.5/1(-38%)
(5) Real Terms 5.5/1, Respectable fifth of 18 in handicap (12/1) at York (11.8f, good to firm) 26 days ago, faring best of those held up. Very much one to consider on the back of that eye-catching effort.
Not disgraced in a couple of competitive races this term, despite traffic issues.
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8th (9) Hezmie (66/1 +0%)
Hezmie

66/1(+0%)
(9) Hezmie 66/1, Last of 8 in handicap (14/1) at Doncaster (14.5f, good to firm) 9 days ago. 3 lb 'wrong' at the weights and likely to come up short once again.
Far from consistent since her debut win; opposed.
LTO Selection:

19:00 Pontefract Handicap (Class 3) 12f Race Class Flow

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

MATCHLESS was second over hurdles when last seen and that followed a success on the level over this distance at Doncaster. He is rated 4lb higher for that victory but that looks unlikely to stop him on his return to this sphere. La Pulga has to shoulder a 5lb penalty following a facile win at Hamilton last Thursday and is feared most, while Zealandia has dropped to 1lb above his last winning mark, which came over this trip at York last June.

Having caught the eye in a big-field York handicap last month, REAL TERMS could be the answer to this competitive contest. She did well to finish as close as she did on the Knavesmire, all things considered, and remains just 1 lb above her last winning mark. C'Mon Kenny also left the strong impression that his turn is near when a closing third recently at Haydock and he is second choice ahead of stablemate Zealandia and Matchless.

With the form of his latest success given a boost on Friday, CARRIGILLIHY (nap) could well add to his course tally.


19:10 Windsor Handicap (Class 2) 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 (1) Equality (3/1 +25%)
Equality

3/1(+25%)
(1) Equality 3/1, C&D winner. 40/1 and hooded for first time, 8¾ lengths eleventh of 13 to Dramatised in Temple Stakes at Haydock (5f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Poorly drawn on that occasion up in class and he's back in his grade here.
Excuses in both runs this year; return to handicap company can help; major player.
2
2nd (9) Isle Of Lismore (5.5/1 +50%)
Isle Of Lismore

5.5/1(+50%)
(9) Isle Of Lismore 5.5/1, C&D winner. 13/2, creditable second of 8 in handicap at Newmarket (5f, good) 23 days ago. Heading firmly back in the right direction this term.
Effective over C&D and ran well last time; shouldn't be too far away.
3
3rd (10) Democracy Dilemma (5/1 +41%)
Democracy Dilemma

5/1(+41%)
(10) Democracy Dilemma 5/1, Latest win at Thirsk in April. Bit below form fifth of 14 in handicap (9/1) at Epsom (5f, good to firm) 9 days ago, though he did race freely on a wing.
Career best when winning at Thirsk in April; fair run at Epsom latest; high in the weights.
4
4th (6) Swayze (2.25/1 +36%)
Swayze

2.25/1(+36%)
(6) Swayze 2.25/1, Produced a big career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Haydock (5f, good) 18 days ago, keeping on well. Shortlist material despite 7 lb rise.
Well backed & won easily at Haydock latest (good Topspeed figure); chance despite 7lb rise.
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5th (5) Fernando Rah (7.5/1 +32%)
Fernando Rah

7.5/1(+32%)
(5) Fernando Rah 7.5/1, Found only one too goo on reappearance in February. Bit below form sixth of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 63 days ago, though he did a shade too much too soon. Back in trip returned to turf.
First turf run for a while but effective here and he's on a workable mark back at 5f.
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6th (8) Night On Earth (14/1 +13%)
Night On Earth

14/1(+13%)
(8) Night On Earth 14/1, C&D winner. 16/1 and visored for first time, last of 14 in handicap at Epsom (6f, good to firm) 9 days ago, ridden too aggressively. Cheekpieces back on and he's well weighted when he does find his form again.
On a dangerous mark and likely to come good soon; this looks quite competitive though.
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7th (2) Mountain Peak (12/1 +25%)
Mountain Peak

12/1(+25%)
(2) Mountain Peak 12/1, Eighteenth of 20 in handicap at Epsom (5f, good to firm, 25/1) 9 days ago, on the retreat when hampered. This is slightly easier and assessor cutting him some slack.
Well treated on last summer's form but he's yet to find his feet this season.
LTO Selection:

19:10 Windsor Handicap (Class 2) 5f Race Class Flow

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

DREAM COMPOSER was an unlucky loser when trying to land a hat-trick at Goodwood last month, after missing the start and then being denied a clear run before coming home an admirable third. A smooth passage here could see him back to winning ways, though if anything does go wrong for the five-year-old, the Haydock winner Swayze and Bedford Flyer will be ready to pounce and take full advantage.

SWAYZE turned a Haydock handicap into a one-sided affair 18 days ago, and with that performance backed up by a healthy timefigure, he may well be able to shrug off a 7 lb rise. This is a good-quality contest though, with Dream Composer and Bedford Flyer a couple of potential threats.

There have been excuses for EQUALITY's two defeats this season and this classy operator can defy top weight on his return to handicaps.


19:18 Roscommon Novices Hurdle 21f - 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 (3) Lucid Dreams (1.38/1 +50%)
Lucid Dreams

1.38/1(+50%)
(3) Lucid Dreams 1.38/1, Thrice-raced winner under NH rules. 9/4, won 15-runner maiden hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.6f, good to soft) 41 days ago, shaken up to assert. Up in trip. May well do better.
Just the three runs and won a Ballinrobe maiden (2m) with plenty to spare.
2
2nd (2) Lady Of The Vale (7/1 +7%)
Lady Of The Vale

7/1(+7%)
(2) Lady Of The Vale 7/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Latest win in hurdle at Tipperary in May. Very good second of 7 in minor event hurdle (5/2) at Down Royal (16.8f, good) 10 days ago. Up in trip.
Has improved since trailing Pink In The Park by some 16l at Cork in May.
3
3rd (5) Jay Jay Zee (3.33/1 +39%)
Jay Jay Zee

3.33/1(+39%)
(5) Jay Jay Zee 3.33/1, 6/1, won 12-runner maiden hurdle at Ballinrobe (17.4f, soft) on debut 59 days ago, driven out. Longer trip will suit. Likely improver for a leading stable in good form.
Workmanlike in making a winning debut at Ballinrobe; tackling classier opposition here.
4
4th (4) Camino Rock (2.25/1 +32%)
Camino Rock

2.25/1(+32%)
(4) Camino Rock 2.25/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Remains a maiden after 7 hurdle runs. Good third of 25 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (19.8f, good to soft, 20/1) 47 days ago, sticking to task. Unlikely to be far away.
Nothing wrong with his third in a deep 2m4f handicap at the Punchestown festival.
LTO Selection:

19:18 Roscommon Novices Hurdle 21f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

CAMINO ROCK was third of 25 in a competitive handicap over this trip at the Punchestown festival. He's the only maiden in the field but a reproduction of that latest run will see him take a bit of beating. Pink In The Park was Grade 1-placed at Fairyhouse in April but, nonetheless, the handicapper is happy to place her on a mark of 121. Not fluent when landing a Cork maiden last time, she still has room for improvement in her jumping but good ground suits and she may build on that victory during the summer. Late developer Lucid Dreams only began racing this year and readily won a Ballinrobe maiden last month. The eight-year-old is capable of further progress over this longer trip.

The step up in trip should suit Gordon Elliott's Ballinrobe debut scorer JAY JAY ZEE who can make the most of the weight he receives from Pink In The Park in a tight rated novice.

The suggestion is the unexposed LUCID DREAMS, who clocked a decent time when winning at Ballinrobe. Pink In The Park is next best.


19:30 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 17f - 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) Yorkindness (2.75/1 +31%)
Yorkindness

2.75/1(+31%)
(4) Yorkindness 2.75/1, Has just a Hamilton maiden win to his name so far. Sent off 5/4 but was disappointing when fourth of 8 in handicap at Carlisle (17.2f, good to soft) 10 days ago.
Well held last twice and overall record now stands at 1-14; others are more convincing.
2
2nd (1) Byron Hill (4/1 +56%)
Byron Hill

4/1(+56%)
(1) Byron Hill 4/1, Unable to land a blow when seventh of 11 in handicap at Goodwood (16f, heavy) 37 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time and this represents a drop in class.
This return to fast ground looks a positive but he needs a major revival; headgear added.
3
3rd (2) Flint Hill (3/1 +0%)
Flint Hill

3/1(+0%)
(2) Flint Hill 3/1, C&D winner. Didn't need to improve to win 7-runner handicap at Catterick (15.9f, good, 5/1) 28 days ago, well positioned. Likely to give it another good go from just 1 lb higher.
Triple course winner who bounced back with a brave win at Catterick last time; respected.
4
4th (3) Giovanni Change (1.62/1 -35%)
Giovanni Change

1.62/1(-35%)
(3) Giovanni Change 1.62/1, Better known as a fairly useful hurdler, career best when winning 9-runner handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (23.1f) 31 days ago. Flat winner over 21.6f here prior to that and he's clearly thriving.
Won here (2m5f) on return in April and followed up over hurdles latest; big player again.
LTO Selection:

19:30 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 17f Race Class Flow

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

GIOVANNI CHANGE has been in winning form under both codes since returning from a 136-day break here in April and a 4lb rise for his latest success on the Flat shouldn't hinder his chances. Flint Hill has only been nudged up 1lb for his triumph at Catterick last month and is next best, ahead of Yorkindness, who is capable of picking up a race of this nature if on a going day.

GIOVANNI CHANGE is thriving in both codes, and with this revised mark more than fair, he can complete the hat-trick. Flint Hill has plenty of form at Pontefract and he's a big threat, with Easy Equation also feared back on turf.

The tough 8yo GIOVANNI CHANGE has won on the Flat and over hurdles in his last two runs and is a big player again in his hat-trick bid.


19:40 Windsor Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Desperate Hero (3/1 +45%)
Desperate Hero

3/1(+45%)
(2) Desperate Hero 3/1, 11/1, creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Goodwood (5f, good to firm) 16 days ago, suited by way race developed. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Others preferred.
Has record of 1-8 and he needs to raise his game with cheekpieces added.
2
2nd (5) Unlimited Data (3.5/1 +13%)
Unlimited Data

3.5/1(+13%)
(5) Unlimited Data 3.5/1, Ended last year with victory in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) and made winning return over same C&D 20 days ago. Remains feasibly treated and must enter calculations back on turf.
Has won at Wolverhampton last twice and he should make another bold bid back on turf.
3
3rd (7) American Rose (6.5/1 -30%)
American Rose

6.5/1(-30%)
(7) American Rose 6.5/1, 2/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable second of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 18 days ago, running on. Likely to give another good account.
Ran well over C&D in April and was a close second on AW last time; in the mix again.
4
4th (3) Raven's Up (3.2/1 +42%)
Raven's Up

3.2/1(+42%)
(3) Raven's Up 3.2/1, Found a little improvement when second of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, good to firm, 11/1) 13 days ago. Remains fairly treated and will be dangerous if proving as effective back at minimum trip.
Bounced back with good second at Lingfield (6f) and has claims if she can back that up.
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5th (6) Al Najada (18/1 -13%)
Al Najada

18/1(-13%)
(6) Al Najada 18/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Ninth of 10 in handicap at Wetherby (5.5f, good to firm, 8/1) 6 days ago. Improvement required.
Down the field in all five starts including in a Wetherby handicap last week; opposable.
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6th (4) My Turn Now (3.33/1 +45%)
My Turn Now

3.33/1(+45%)
(4) My Turn Now 3.33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Good fourth of 9 in handicap at Leicester (6f, good, 17/2) 13 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.
Close fourth on handicap debut at Leicester and she looks interesting on this drop to 5f.
LTO Selection:

19:40 Windsor Handicap (Class 5) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Unlimited Data won over this trip in December and again on his return, both on the all-weather at Wolverhampton, and he can go well off 6lb higher, though he may be outgunned by PREMIERE BEAUTY. Ninth in Listed class in October, she ran well on her return when third at Haydock, despite being forced off a straight line, and with any improvement she could prove hard to beat, with My Turn Now the pick for third place.

This can go to PREMIERE BEAUTY, who is entitled to build on last month's encouraging Haydock reappearance and remains low mileage. Unlimited Data and Raven's Up can also make their presence felt.

An open race in which Clive Cox's unexposed filly MY TURN NOW gets the vote on her drop to 5f.


19:48 Roscommon Handicap Hurdle 21f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (9) Rebel Rose (4/1 +56%)
Rebel Rose

4/1(+56%)
(9) Rebel Rose 4/1, Latest win in hurdle at Ballinrobe in July. Below form sixth of 10 in handicap hurdle (5/1) at Ballinrobe (21.8f, good). Off 9 months and tongue strap on 1st time. Can make her presence felt, provided she's ready to roll.
Beat a talented mare in Ballinrobe maiden but well beaten in subsequent handicaps.
2
2nd (5) Volantis (6.5/1 -117%)
Volantis

6.5/1(-117%)
(5) Volantis 6.5/1, Career best when winning 14-runner novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (16.5f, good to soft, 10/3) 107 days ago, travelling strongly. Up in trip now handicapping and he's open to improvement.
Off the mark on second start over hurdles in ordinary Fairyhouse maiden (2m, yielding).
3
3rd (2) Digby (8/1 -60%)
Digby

8/1(-60%)
(2) Digby 8/1, Latest win in hurdle at Fairyhouse in April 2022. 7/1, fell in handicap hurdle at Galway (22.8f, heavy). Off 10 months but claims if fully tuned-up.
3-9 over hurdles including 24-runner handicap over this trip at Fairyhouse last year.
4
4th (3) Whatsavailable (5.5/1 +45%)
Whatsavailable

5.5/1(+45%)
(3) Whatsavailable 5.5/1, Latest win in hurdle at Fairyhouse in December. Below form eleventh of 19 in handicap hurdle (14/1) at Fairyhouse (21.7f, soft) 63 days ago. Not discounted.
Dual winner at Fairyhouse over this trip and runner-up over 3m at Thurles in March.
|PU|
|PU| (7) The Big Chap (1.5/1 +40%)
The Big Chap

1.5/1(+40%)
(7) The Big Chap 1.5/1, Two wins from 5 runs last season. 11/2, good third of 16 in handicap hurdle at Killarney (20f, good) 28 days ago, closing all way to line. Major player.
Consistent and progressive since going handicapping last summer, good third at Killarney.
|PU|
|PU| (4) Bravo Team (6.5/1 +19%)
Bravo Team

6.5/1(+19%)
(4) Bravo Team 6.5/1, Unseated rider in handicap hurdle (10/1) at Down Royal (20.4f, good) 10 days ago. Booking of Gilligan a plus but he's on a tough-looking mark.
Won off 113 on h'cap debut at Down Royal last year (2m4f, good) and effectively same mark.
|PU|
|PU| (8) Quantatmental (40/1 +20%)
Quantatmental

40/1(+20%)
(8) Quantatmental 40/1, Sixteen runs since last win in 2019. 33/1, below form seventh of 13 in handicap chase at Limerick (17.7f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Readily passed over.
Has been out of form over fences since returning from an absence last year; hard to fancy.
LTO Selection:

19:48 Roscommon Handicap Hurdle 21f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

THE BIG CHAP has been consistent and progressive since sent handicapping last summer and has two good-ground wins on the board. He was a fine third over this trip in a similar grade of handicap at Killarney last month and Paul Flynn engages a useful claimer to take 7lb off his back. Gallant John Joe has often been highly tried in his career and has to be accorded plenty of respect at this level of competition. There was little wrong with his second to an improving type on his most recent hurdles starts at Punchestown in February and he was placed over fences at that venue's festival meeting. Digby has been off since tipping up at the Galway festival but won a big-field novice handicap at Fairyhouse earlier last year and merits respect despite his long lay-off.

VOLANTIS built on his encouraging hurdles debut when landing a Fairyhouse maiden in February and, with the likelihood of better to come now moving back up in trip for this handicap debut, he could be the answer. The Big Chap is a much-respected main danger with conditions in his favour, while Rebel Rose will be a threat if fit enough to do herself justice following a 9-month absence and Digby is also worth a second look.

Consistent and progressive, THE BIG CHAP (nap) looks the way to go but Gallant John Joe and the long-absent Digby are feared


20:00 Pontefract Handicap (Class 6) 10f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Iron Sheriff (1.38/1 +54%)
Iron Sheriff

1.38/1(+54%)
(2) Iron Sheriff 1.38/1, Thrived in recent weeks, winning over this trip at Newcastle and Redcar. Shaped as if still in good form when third at Hamilton (9f) 12 days ago. Should go well again.
Recorded form figures of 41413 during a busy May; return to 1m2f looks ideal; solid chance.
2
2nd (3) Mc'Ted (5/1 +44%)
Mc'Ted

5/1(+44%)
(3) Mc'Ted 5/1, Poor effort at Bath last time but placed on 3 of his 4 starts prior to that and capable of bouncing back.
Form dipped last time but is largely consistent and likely to bounce back.
3
3rd (6) Tiberio Force (7.5/1 +32%)
Tiberio Force

7.5/1(+32%)
(6) Tiberio Force 7.5/1, 17/2, seventh of 9 in handicap at Beverley (1½m, good to firm) 12 days ago. First-time blinkers (replacing cheekpieces) need to have a positive effect.
Sole win came in first-time cheekpieces; interesting with blinkers now fitted.
4
4th (4) Calcutta Dream (5.5/1 -47%)
Calcutta Dream

5.5/1(-47%)
(4) Calcutta Dream 5.5/1, Two AW wins in January. Not at best at Chelmsford last time and now back on turf for the first time this year. Stable won the race last year.
All wins on AW; turf record is far from solid.
5th
5th (1) A Shining Moon (5/1 -67%)
A Shining Moon

5/1(-67%)
(1) A Shining Moon 5/1, Reacted well to first-time cheekpieces when springing 25/1 surprise over C&D 17 days ago. Raised 5 lb but a bigger issue is probably whether the headgear has the same effect again.
Took well to first-time cheekpieces in C&D maiden h'cap last month; may build on that win.
6th
6th (8) Isla Diamonds (12/1 +64%)
Isla Diamonds

12/1(+64%)
(8) Isla Diamonds 12/1, 66/1, 7½ lengths fifth of 9 to Iron Sheriff in handicap at Redcar (1¼m, good) 14 days ago, some late headway after getting hampered.
Not sure to build on latest effort; now 0-18 and has patchy record.
7th
7th (7) Air Of Approval (50/1 -67%)
Air Of Approval

50/1(-67%)
(7) Air Of Approval 50/1, Well held in 2 bumpers and 3 Flat starts. More chance now handicapping at a low level bit still tough to make a strong case for.
Handicap debutante who holds very weak claims on form.
LTO Selection:

20:00 Pontefract Handicap (Class 6) 10f Race Class Flow

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

IRON SHERIFF wasn't disgraced when third over a trip shy of his best at Hamilton last time and a return to this distance could be enough for the gelding to regain the winning thread. A Shining Moon shed his maiden tag over C&D in May and he cannot be discounted, despite a 5lb rise, while Her Way makes most appeal of the remainder.

The vote goes to HER WAY who was a bit better than the result over 1½m at Thirsk last week and can take advantage of her reduced mark back at her optimum trip. The thriving Iron Sheriff is clear second choice ahead of Mc'Ted.

Well-treated TIBERIO FORCE is interesting back down in trip with blinkers applied. A Shining Moon is second choice.


20:10 Windsor Handicap (Class 4) 11f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) The Whipmaster (4.5/1 +0%)
The Whipmaster

4.5/1(+0%)
(2) The Whipmaster 4.5/1, C&D winner. Off 7 months/had wind op before given a considerate reappearance when fifteenth of 19 in handicap at Newbury (10f, good to firm) 24 days ago. Bold showing is on the cards off a good mark.
C&D winner last summer off this mark; low-key return (after a wind op) but can do better.
2
2nd (4) Love You Grandpa (2.75/1 +58%)
Love You Grandpa

2.75/1(+58%)
(4) Love You Grandpa 2.75/1, In the frame on all her three runs, second of 3 in minor event at Doncaster (10.2f, good to firm). Off 11 months but still needs considering on her handicap debut with more to offer.
Progressive form in maiden/novice company; off 12 months but still open to improvement.
3
3rd (3) Noble Masquerade (4/1 -33%)
Noble Masquerade

4/1(-33%)
(3) Noble Masquerade 4/1, C&D winner. 11/1, creditable third of 10 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 21 days ago. Can give another good account.
Good record over C&D and also when ridden by W Buick; each-way claims once again.
4
4th (9) Party Island (7/1 +18%)
Party Island

7/1(+18%)
(9) Party Island 7/1, Turned in his best effort of the season when fourth of 10 in handicap (12/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 21 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up.
Last 6 wins have come on AW; fair 4th over C&D latest but finished behind Noble Masquerade.
5th
5th (8) Boasty (10/1 +29%)
Boasty

10/1(+29%)
(8) Boasty 10/1, Latest win at Chelmsford City in April. Good second of 5 in handicap (7/4) at Chelmsford City (10f) 39 days ago. In the picture once more.
In fine form over 1m2f on AW this year but very different conditions today.
6th
6th (5) Monteria (3/1 +33%)
Monteria

3/1(+33%)
(5) Monteria 3/1, 20/1, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at this course (10f, heavy) 35 days ago. Up 6 lb but not taken lightly.
Impressed over 1m2f on soft ground here last month; new trip & faster ground to deal with.
LTO Selection:

20:10 Windsor Handicap (Class 4) 11f Race Class Flow

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

Love You Grandpa makes her handicap debut following a second over 1m2f at Doncaster last June, but she hasn't been seen since, so NOBLE MASQUERADE gets the vote. Eve Johnson Houghton's inmate was slowly away over C&D most recently but still kept on to finish third. With plenty of improvement possible, the gelded son of Sir Percy has the edge here. Monteria looks his most serious danger stepping up in trip following a comfortable success off 6lb lower last month.

A highly competitive handicap but Gary Morore's C&D winner THE WHIPMASTER caught the eye under tender handling on his recent return at Newbury and can capitalise on a good mark. Monteria is feared most on the back of his course win last time out. although Noble Masquerade, Love You Grandpa and Masqool all enter calculations too.

Love You Grandpa and The Whipmaster can go well but things look in place for a big run from NOBLE MASQUERADE.


20:18 Roscommon NH Flat Race 16f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (11) Weseekherthere (2.75/1 -10%)
Weseekherthere

2.75/1(-10%)
(11) Weseekherthere 2.75/1, Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. Mid-division in a big-field bumper at the Punchestown Festival. Fair fifth in a Limerick maiden hurdle since. Cheekpieces on first time. Bold bid expected.
Not sure that this sharper test will be favourable but she has just about the best form.
2
2nd (2) Ayiko (3.33/1 +5%)
Ayiko

3.33/1(+5%)
(2) Ayiko 3.33/1, €55,000 Champs Elysees gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/fairly useful 19f/2½m hurdle winner Park This One. One to note on debut for a yard which does well in bumpers.
55,000euros 3yo; represents leading ownership and the market can guide.
3
3rd (5) Crooked Tannie (6.5/1 +46%)
Crooked Tannie

6.5/1(+46%)
(5) Crooked Tannie 6.5/1, 25/1, seventh of 15 in bumper at Killarney (17f, good to soft) on NH debut 29 days ago.
Clear with another rival at one stage but ultimately beaten 20l into seventh at Killarney.
4
4th (8) Bigira (7.5/1 +46%)
Bigira

7.5/1(+46%)
(8) Bigira 7.5/1, Birchwood filly. Half-sister to Zirochka. Dam made frame both starts on Flat in France.
2,000euros 2yo; second foal; half-sister to French 2m hurdle winner Zirochka.
5th
5th (9) Cailin Aibrean (5.5/1 +21%)
Cailin Aibrean

5.5/1(+21%)
(9) Cailin Aibrean 5.5/1, Once-raced maiden. Eighth of 18 in bumper (11/1) at Cork (16f, good to soft) on NH debut 37 days ago.
Showed some promise when midfield at Cork (2m, yielding) and she can build on that.
6th
6th (4) Cramers Valley (40/1 -21%)
Cramers Valley

40/1(-21%)
(4) Cramers Valley 40/1, Mount Nelson gelding. Dam, point winner, half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 31f) Duke of Lucca (by Milan). Betting should guide to expectations.
Newcomer from a stable that's 0-65 in bumpers the last five seasons.
7th
7th (3) Charlie's Dilemma (7.5/1 -15%)
Charlie's Dilemma

7.5/1(-15%)
(3) Charlie's Dilemma 7.5/1, Valirann gelding. Dam unraced. Respected stable has a solid bumper record. Interesting to see how this one goes in the betting.
Dam unraced; from a yard that wins its share of bumpers and one to note in the betting.
8th
8th (7) Mount Frisco (20/1 +39%)
Mount Frisco

20/1(+39%)
(7) Mount Frisco 20/1, Once-raced maiden. Eighth of 12 in bumper (15/2) at Ballinrobe (15.6f, soft) on NH debut 59 days ago.
Well held on debut but didn't appear to be unfancied at 15-2 and could show more.
9th
9th (6) Grattan Street (20/1 +39%)
Grattan Street

20/1(+39%)
(6) Grattan Street 20/1, Snow Sky gelding. Dam, no sign of ability in bumper/over hurdles, sister to bumper winner/useful 2½m hurdle winner On Impulse.
First foal; dam unplaced points, bumper and hurdles; probably best watched.
10th
10th (10) Hopkins (18/1 +28%)
Hopkins

18/1(+28%)
(10) Hopkins 18/1, Twice-raced maiden. Fourth of 13 in bumper (50/1) at Tramore (16.8f, good) 9 days ago.
Beaten 22l at Cork and 28l at Tramore; surely needs more if she's to take this.
LTO Selection:

20:18 Roscommon NH Flat Race 16f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Derek O'Connor is a significant booking for ALLY KAZOO and Sam Curling's newcomer is taken to score on debut. The homebred son of El Kabeir, unsold at last year's Derby Sale, is from a family of bumper winners including smart jumpers Threeunderthrufive and Benruben. Fellow debutant Ayiko, a half-brother to a bumper winner out of a mare who is related to bumper winners, made 55,000 Euros at the Land Rover Sale. He represents a yard with a good record in this category. Midfield in a valuable sales bumper at the Punchestown festival, Weseekherthere had creditable runs in maiden hurdles either side of that and is now tried in headgear. She looks to have the best claims of those that have run.

Gordon Elliott's WESEEKHERTHERE has shown a fair level of ability in a bumper/2 hurdles and is the percentage call, although a strong market move for newcomers such as Ayiko, Charlie's Dilemma and/or Ally Kazoo would put a slightly different slant on things.

Ayiko looks a likely type but ALLY KAZOO has a nice pedigree and Derek O'Connor is 6-40 for the yard in the last five years.


20:30 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (11) Caesars Pearl (7.5/1 -50%)
Caesars Pearl

7.5/1(-50%)
(11) Caesars Pearl 7.5/1, Built on previous effort here when good second of 9 in handicap (9/2) at Ripon (6f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Remains low mileage so further progress may be on the cards.
Six-race maiden; runner-up three times this term; her turn looks near.
2
2nd (3) Milbanke (7.5/1 +12%)
Milbanke

7.5/1(+12%)
(3) Milbanke 7.5/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in November. Fifth of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, good to firm, 5/1) 10 days ago. Chance if rediscovering old form.
Weakened into fifth last time; opposed on balance of 2023 form.
3
3rd (6) Lord Abama (2.75/1 +17%)
Lord Abama

2.75/1(+17%)
(6) Lord Abama 2.75/1, Still looking for first success but has run creditably in recent starts, latest when second of 6 in handicap (9/4) at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 12 days ago. Likely to be in the mix again.
Has form figures of 2422 in his 6f races for current yard; threatening to win.
4
4th (8) Corinthia Knight (10/1 -100%)
Corinthia Knight

10/1(-100%)
(8) Corinthia Knight 10/1, 5-time C&D winner. Ninth of 11 in handicap (18/1) at Chelmsford City (6f). Off 107 days. Well treated on old form.
Record of 6-9 at Pontefract includes a success in this race last year; good claims.
5th
5th (10) Atlantic Heart (7.5/1 +73%)
Atlantic Heart

7.5/1(+73%)
(10) Atlantic Heart 7.5/1, Bit below form eighth of 15 in handicap (25/1) at Thirsk (6f, good) 3 days ago. Others preferred.
Far from solid on her form for new stable; others preferred.
6th
6th (4) Crypto Quest (14/1 -75%)
Crypto Quest

14/1(-75%)
(4) Crypto Quest 14/1, Made winning start for new yard when taking 12-runner handicap at Doncaster (6f, good to firm) 9 days ago, sticking to task. 4 lb rise fair and another bold bid anticipated.
Made all at Doncaster on debut for new trainer; may have more to offer.
7th
7th (2) Grant Wood (22/1 -120%)
Grant Wood

22/1(-120%)
(2) Grant Wood 22/1, Fairly useful gelding. Made good start for Eric Alston when runner-up at Leicester (7f) in October. Below that level on soft ground at Redcar next time but is worth monitoring in the market on return/handicap debut for new yard.
Maiden; having second attempt at sprinting and first run for new stable.
8th
8th (7) Rhythm (6/1 +57%)
Rhythm

6/1(+57%)
(7) Rhythm 6/1, C&D winner. 1 win from 3 runs this year. 13/2, fifth of 7 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 32 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.
Has form figures of 3431 at Pontefract; hard to rule out.
9th
9th (1) Oso Rapido (4.5/1 +68%)
Oso Rapido

4.5/1(+68%)
(1) Oso Rapido 4.5/1, C&D winner. 15/2, sixth of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Claims on best form.
Can't be dismissed off a handy mark at this level (usually runs in higher grades).
10th
10th (5) Panama City (28/1 +0%)
Panama City

28/1(+0%)
(5) Panama City 28/1, Ninth of 10 in handicap at Ayr (7.2f, soft, 33/1). Off 8 months. Needs a couple of these to falter.
Hasn't progressed but looks interesting on his C&D effort in spring 2022.
LTO Selection:

20:30 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

LORD ABAMA is well drawn in stall two and he was only denied by just over a length at Hamilton last time, for which he was only raised 1lb. The son of Profitable can be rewarded for his recent consistency and record his first victory. Another to consider is Milbanke, who has now dropped to only 1lb higher than his last winning mark and he could have a say. Grant Wood is also of interest.

Preference is for CAESARS PEARL, who pulled clear of the remainder when second at Ripon last time and still has relatively few miles on the clock. Lord Abama and Crypto Quest head the list of dangers.

Back down in grade, LORD ABAMA is taken to get off the mark. Caesars Pearl is second choice.


20:40 Windsor Handicap (Class 5) 11f - 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 (3) Mr Freedom (1.2/1 +40%)
Mr Freedom

1.2/1(+40%)
(3) Mr Freedom 1.2/1, 5/6 and cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, career best when comfortably winning 7-runner handicap at Lingfield (11.6f, good to firm) 11 days ago. In the mix.
Useful hurdler; won his last two Flat starts, easily 11 days ago; still has more to come.
2
2nd (1) Raqisa (12/1 -140%)
Raqisa

12/1(-140%)
(1) Raqisa 12/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. 9/2, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Yarmouth (11.5f, good to firm) 19 days ago. Needs considering.
Easy winner of a Class 6 at Yarmouth last month; up 7lb but not discounted.
3
3rd (6) Lawn Ranger (5/1 +38%)
Lawn Ranger

5/1(+38%)
(6) Lawn Ranger 5/1, 4-time course winner. Latest win here in April. Fifth of 9 in handicap at this course (10f, heavy, 4/1) 28 days ago, going off too hard. Expected to be bang there.
Good course record but 0-16 over further than 1m2f; others appeal more.
4
4th (9) Ciao Adios (25/1 -56%)
Ciao Adios

25/1(-56%)
(9) Ciao Adios 25/1, Latest win at Southwell in January. 5/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Leicester (11.8f, good to firm) 14 days ago, slowly away. Others more persuasive.
Well treated on this winter's best but she's been patchy since January.
5th
5th (2) Rechercher (6/1 -9%)
Rechercher

6/1(-9%)
(2) Rechercher 6/1, Creditable second of 6 in handicap (3/1) at Lingfield (11.6f, good to firm) 11 days ago, running on. Booking of Buick is a plus and in the picture.
Best run for new yard when second at Lingfield 11 days ago; each-way claims again.
6th
6th (4) Carp Kid (10/1 -11%)
Carp Kid

10/1(-11%)
(4) Carp Kid 10/1, C&D winner. Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap at Bath (10.2f, good to firm, 3/1) 26 days ago, running on. Stepping back in the right direction so ought to be in the shake-up.
Well backed and ran with more promise when 4th at Bath last month (1m2f); each-way claims.
7th
7th (8) Mr Zee (6/1 +14%)
Mr Zee

6/1(+14%)
(8) Mr Zee 6/1, 2 wins from 4 runs this year, landing 13-runner handicap at this course (10f, soft, 3/1) 42 days ago. One for the shortlist.
Chasing a hat-trick after two 1m2f wins this spring; one to consider.
8th
8th (5) Kentucky Kingdom (16/1 -45%)
Kentucky Kingdom

16/1(-45%)
(5) Kentucky Kingdom 16/1, 7/2, creditable third of 6 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 32 days ago. Enters calculations.
In good form on AW but he has something to prove on fast turf.
LTO Selection:

20:40 Windsor Handicap (Class 5) 11f Race Class Flow

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

A facile winner over a similar trip at Yarmouth last time out, a 7lb raised mark looks unlikely to hold RAQISA back, even though she steps up in class for this outing. Mr Freedom made a pleasing return to the Flat when scoring by two and a half lengths at Lingfield earlier this month and could be dangerous, while the hat-trick seeking Mr Zee completes the shortlist.

A case can be made for a few of these but the most persuasive one is for LAWN RANGER who wasn't seen to best effect when fifth here last time and is weighted to go close in his bid for a fifth course victory. C&D winner Carp Kid and Chelmsford City third Kentucky Kingdom appeal as the pair to give Michael Attwater's course specialist most to do and can chase him home in that order.

Competitive for the grade but MR FREEDOM (nap) still appeals as being ahead of the handicapper and he can complete his hat-trick.


21:00 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 8f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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

3/1(+0%)
(1) Hi Clare 3/1, Winner at Wolverhampton on final 2-y-o start. Good close third of 5 in handicap at Hamilton (9f, good to firm) on reappearance 12 days ago, albeit with the advantage of dictating the pace. Another prominent showing likely.
Has proved largely consistent; good third at Hamilton on seasonal debut; solid chance.
2
2nd (4) Tasever (2.25/1 +32%)
Tasever

2.25/1(+32%)
(4) Tasever 2.25/1, Fair maiden. Good third of 14 in handicap (20/1) at York (7f, good to firm) 16 days ago, sticking to task after being off the bridle a long way out. 1m looks worth a go. Respected.
Consistent maiden who has possibilities upped further in trip; 1m is likely to suit.
3
3rd (2) Pearl Eye (2.5/1 -81%)
Pearl Eye

2.5/1(-81%)
(2) Pearl Eye 2.5/1, 9/2, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Haydock (1m, good to firm) 17 days ago, responding well. 4 lb rise looks fair. Should give another good account.
Has form figures of 1341 in handicaps, winning at Haydock upped to 1m most recently.
4
4th (6) Original Thinker (18/1 -29%)
Original Thinker

18/1(-29%)
(6) Original Thinker 18/1, Fair form. Bit below form sixth of 11 in handicap (16/1) at Redcar (1m, good to soft) 21 days ago. Others have more pressing claims.
Ran encouragingly in AW event on reappearance; lesser effort on turf since.
5th
5th (3) Fariba (5/1 +55%)
Fariba

5/1(+55%)
(3) Fariba 5/1, Fair performer. Creditable third on AW reappearance in April. Needs to shrug off a lesser run at Newmarket since.
Well held at Newmarket last time, taking turf record to 0-4.
6th
6th (5) Vortigan (16/1 +11%)
Vortigan

16/1(+11%)
(5) Vortigan 16/1, Well beaten in all 3 handicap starts, the latest at Beverley 4 weeks ago. First-time cheekpieces will need to make a difference.
Has gone backwards since handicapping; headgear enlisted.
LTO Selection:

21:00 Pontefract Handicap (Class 5) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Pearl Eye struck by half a length last time at Haydock in this grade and he is likely to go close once more off a 4lb higher rating, but he could be up against it to beat HI CLARE. The three-year-old filly shaped very well on her first start of the season at Hamilton over 1m1f and she is fancied to come out on top off the same mark. Another to note is Tasever, who tries this trip for the first time.

PEARL EYE is still well weighted andf might be able to follow up his recent Haydock success. Tasever, fourth in a more competitive race than this at York last time, and recent Hamilton third Hi Clare can give Darryll Holland's charge most to do.

This step up to 1m may well enable the consistent maiden TASEVER to open his account. Pearl Eye is feared most.


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