Tomform Friday 16th June 2023

There were 55 Races on Friday 16th June 2023 across 8 meetings. There was 7 races at York, 7 races at Sandown, 7 races at Chepstow, 7 races at Fairyhouse, 7 races at Aintree, 6 races at Goodwood, 8 races at Cork, 6 races at Fontwell, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Friday 16th June 2023

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

13:30 Sandown Stakes (Class 4) 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
(2) Havana Mojito (100/1 +0%)
Havana Mojito

100/1(+0%)
(2) Havana Mojito 100/1, Havana Grey colt. Dam, 5f-6f winner, half-sister to useful 1½m-13f winner Bolder Bob. Last of 11 in novice at Goodwood (6f, good to firm, 80/1) on debut 21 days ago.
Beaten a long way into last on his Goodwood debut; no appeal.
1
1st (5) Nazalan (4/1 +33%)
Nazalan

4/1(+33%)
(5) Nazalan 4/1, £105,000 yearling, Starspangledbanner colt. Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner (should have stayed 7f), sister to smart winner up to 11f Tha'ir. 10/1, green when third of 8 in maiden at Nottingham (5f, good) on debut 12 days ago. Should have more to offer.
Promising third on his Nottingham debut and unlikely to be far away.
2
2nd (6) Notta Nother (5/1 +17%)
Notta Nother

5/1(+17%)
(6) Notta Nother 5/1, 14,000 gns foal, €70,000 yearling, Havana Grey colt. Dam, 6f-7f winner who stayed 9.5f, half-sister to smart winner up to 1½m Snoano. Sixth of 12 in novice (10/1) at Salisbury (5f, good to firm) on debut 20 days ago, not knocked about. May well do better.
Midfield on his Salisbury debut last month; improvement likely but it will be needed.
3
3rd (7) Chinese Knot (6.5/1 +0%)
Chinese Knot

6.5/1(+0%)
(7) Chinese Knot 6.5/1, Stepped up on debut when fifth of 6 in novice at Salisbury (5f, good to firm) 29 days ago.
Has shown ability in two starts at Salisbury; not dismissed.
4
4th (3) Kingswood Flyer (3/1 -20%)
Kingswood Flyer

3/1(-20%)
(3) Kingswood Flyer 3/1, Sioux Nation colt. Closely related to useful winner up to 6f Ventura Lightning and half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 2-y-o 1¼m winner Garrogorille. 12/1, third of 10 in novice at Leicester (5f, good) on debut 17 days ago, poorly placed. Tongue strap on 1st time. Open to improvement.
Promising third on Leicester debut; strong claims with run under his belt; tongue-tie on.
5th
5th (8) Enchanting (11/1 -57%)
Enchanting

11/1(-57%)
(8) Enchanting 11/1, Foaled February 23. Blue Point filly. Half-sister to useful 2-y-o 5f/6f winner Bolt Action. Dam maiden (stayed 7f), half-sister to very smart 10.7f-1½m winner Order of Australia.
Plenty to like on pedigree and market should be informative.
6th
6th (4) Markakol (2.5/1 +0%)
Markakol

2.5/1(+0%)
(4) Markakol 2.5/1, Foaled February 16. 350,000 gns yearling, Starspangledbanner colt. Dam, winner up to 5.5f (including at 2 yrs), half-sister to smart 5f-6f winner Tone The Barone. Noteworthy newcomer.
Attractive pedigree and market confidence would be significant.
7th
7th (1) Blow Me Away (66/1 -136%)
Blow Me Away

66/1(-136%)
(1) Blow Me Away 66/1, 40,000 gns 2-y-o, Showcasing colt. Half-brother to winner abroad by Sea The Stars. Dam, French 5.5f winner, half-sister to very smart 10.5f-1½m winner Sudan. 15/2, last of 8 in novice at Yarmouth (5.2f, good to firm) on debut 8 days ago, not knocked about.
Last on his recent Yarmouth debut; major improvement needed.
LTO Selection:

13:30 Sandown Stakes (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow

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

KINGSWOOD FLYER seemed to be getting the hang of things late on when running on for third on debut at Leicester and, with improvement expected, he can get off the mark now. That may be at the main expense of newcomer Enchanting, who is a half-sister to Bolt Action, and Notta Nother. Markakol cost a pretty penny at the sales and cannot be ruled out either.

KINGSWOOD FLYER produced a promising first effort when third at Leicester, especially as he spent more than half of the race poorly placed on the stand rail, and he can put that experience to good use up against well-connected newcomers Markakol and Enchanting.

A few of these have already shown ability, such as KINGSWOOD FLYER who is likely to have come on from his promising Leicester debut.


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

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (5) Luna Magic (2.25/1 +50%)
Luna Magic

2.25/1(+50%)
(5) Luna Magic 2.25/1, Dual 7f/1m scorer last season who was in reasonable form on AW around the turn of the year and made a sound return to turf when fourth of 12 over 1¼m at Newbury on Thursday.
Others saw 1m2f out better at Newbury yesterday but she was 4th of 12 and not beaten far.
2
2nd (2) Gert Lush (1.62/1 +1%)
Gert Lush

1.62/1(+1%)
(2) Gert Lush 1.62/1, Successful at Goodwood (9f) under Megan Jordan last autumn and back to winning ways at Sandown (9f again) last month, forging clear in the closing stages. 6 lb rise is unlikely to prevent another prominent showing.
Course winner; emphatically landed Sandown h'cap latest; merits serious consideration.
3
3rd (3) They Don't Know (7.5/1 -50%)
They Don't Know

7.5/1(-50%)
(3) They Don't Know 7.5/1, Remains a maiden after 22 starts but he recorded some creditable placed efforts on AW this spring and can have a line put through his recent turf return at Brighton as he simply found 7f on the sharp side. Respected.
Yet to get head in front but weighted to go well returned to 1m2f with blinkers back on.
4
4th (1) Richard P Smith (2.75/1 +8%)
Richard P Smith

2.75/1(+8%)
(1) Richard P Smith 2.75/1, 11/2 and visored first time, career best when making all in 6-runner handicap at Lingfield (1¼m, good to firm) 17 days ago. Only nudged up 2 lb and should remain very competitive if the visor continues to have a positive effect.
Resumed winning ways at Lingfield; can't be discounted nudged up 2lb.
5th
5th (4) Sir Plato (40/1 -100%)
Sir Plato

40/1(-100%)
(4) Sir Plato 40/1, Five-time course winner for Rod Millman but well below par in 2 outings for new yard this year, including back here last month. Can only watch at present.
Multiple course winner but yet to fire in two runs for current yard; others appeal more.
LTO Selection:

13:40 Chepstow Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

GERT LUSH won in impressive fashion at Sandown last time out and the daughter of Bated Breath appeals as the one to beat once again from a 6lb raised mark. Richard P Smith merits respect following last month's Lingfield success, while Sir Plato, who has seen his mark tumble after a series of below-par efforts, cannot be dismissed at a venue where he often runs well.

GERT LUSH has a good record when partnered by Megan Jordan and the pair can combine for another win here. They Don't Know found 7f too sharp back on turf last time but had been placed off this mark over 1¼m on AW prior to that and can give Roger Teal's mare most to do.

The verdict goes to GERT LUSH who can boast a course victory and arrives on the back of a ready Sandown success


13:50 York Handicap (Class 4) 10f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) Menelaus (7.5/1 -25%)
Menelaus

7.5/1(-25%)
(7) Menelaus 7.5/1, Relatively low-mileage sort who bumped into a well-handicapped sort on penultimate start and, strong in betting, went one place better at Thirsk (1m) 11 days ago, edging ahead close home. Claims back up in trip/under a penalty with a visor now reached for.
Off mark in 1m Thirsk handicap recently; should stay 1m2f; visor added; 5lb penalty.
2
2nd (3) Pledge Of Honour (5/1 +29%)
Pledge Of Honour

5/1(+29%)
(3) Pledge Of Honour 5/1, Proved resurgent last term, gaining fourth handicap success at Doncaster in August. Shaped as if needing return at Newbury and duly stepped up to finish second at first-named venue (10.2f) earlier this month. Should go well again with Harry Davies an eye-catching booking.
Four wins over this trip last year; creditable second latest; should be in shake-up again.
3
3rd (2) Westernesse (2.25/1 +25%)
Westernesse

2.25/1(+25%)
(2) Westernesse 2.25/1, Fairly useful maiden in Ireland who ran just about his best race yet for new connections (solid form) when landing 11-runner handicap at Pontefract (1m) 3 weeks ago. Unexposed at this trip and he's well worthy of interest here.
Form of last month's 1m Pontefract win boosted; can make light of a 3lb rise.
4
4th (10) Dougies Dream (33/1 -18%)
Dougies Dream

33/1(-18%)
(10) Dougies Dream 33/1, Justified good support when regaining winning thread in first-time cheekpieces at Newcastle (1m) in March. Proved his effectiveness at this trip when third back at that venue next time and best not judged on his run behind Showmedemoney in handicap at Ripon (9.8f) 26 days ago.
Showed he stays 1m2f on AW last month but below par behind Showmedemoney at Ripon since.
5th
5th (6) Highwaygrey (6/1 +57%)
Highwaygrey

6/1(+57%)
(6) Highwaygrey 6/1, Returned with a solid third at Haydock (10f) in April, travelling better than most and not knocked about. Dispelled a lesser effort when midfield in 9-runner Redcar handicap (10f) 18 days ago but others make more appeal for win purposes on balance.
Back on last winning mark and ran well in Redcar Class 2 latest; enters reckoning.
6th
6th (1) Jean Baptiste (5/1 +38%)
Jean Baptiste

5/1(+38%)
(1) Jean Baptiste 5/1, Back-to-back winner at around 10f last season ran a cracker from the front when third in a C&D handicap in October. Steadily gaining full fitness in trio of starts so far this spring and the handicapper has given him a chance ahead of this.
Not at best lately but back on a good mark and came good at similar time last year.
7th
7th (5) Solanna (11/1 -100%)
Solanna

11/1(-100%)
(5) Solanna 11/1, Likeable type who resumed winning ways at Yarmouth (10f) in May and followed up at Lingfield (10f) 7 days later. Ran a cracker in far deeper race at Newbury 4 weeks ago and easy to envisage him being in the mix with a tongue tie refitted on.
Three Class 6 wins this year and performed well in higher grade latest; not discounted.
8th
8th (9) Poet's Dawn (14/1 +0%)
Poet's Dawn

14/1(+0%)
(9) Poet's Dawn 14/1, Ended last term in good order, signing off with success at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy) in October. Comes here in good nick, running up to best turned out quickly when close-up third in 8-runner Ripon handicap (9.7f) 15 days ago. This trip possibly just stretches him, however.
On a winning mark and last two efforts creditable; former course scorer; each-way claims.
9th
9th (8) Showmedemoney (14/1 -87%)
Showmedemoney

14/1(-87%)
(8) Showmedemoney 14/1, Back to winning ways at Newcastle (1m) in February and following a pair of creditable displays, he resumed winning ways at Ripon (9.7f) 26 days ago, having run of the race. This rates tougher but rider takes off handy 5 lb here.
Battled well to shade tight finish at Ripon latest but 3lb rise demands more of him.
LTO Selection:

13:50 York Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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

WESTERNESSE got off the mark in fine style at Pontefract and the form of that race has worked out well, with the second and third scoring in the interim. The step up in trip is another plus for David O'Meara's charge and he may have too much for Thirsk winner Menelaus, as well as Solanna, whose winning sequence came to an end at Newbury last month. Course winner Poet's Dawn and Showmedemoney can also have a say in proceedings.

WESTERNESSE produced just about his best effort yet when making his third start for David O'Meara a winning one at Pontefract 3 weeks ago and, with that form proving strong, he's fancied to make another bold bid with his rider's claim off-setting his rise in the weights. Thirsk-scorer Menelaus is a player back up in trip equipped with a visor and feared, with Jean Baptiste and Pledge of Honour also worth a look.

A few with chances but still hard to ignore the claims of WESTERNESSE (nap), who has had the form of his recent Pontefract win boosted.


14:05 Sandown Handicap (Class 4) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

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

3/1(+14%)
(1) Lil Guff 3/1, Resumed winning ways without much fuss in 3-runner handicap (6/4) at Bath (5f, firm) 7 days ago, driven out. Much respected under 5 lb penalty.
Dictated slow early pace when winning at Bath last week (3 ran); more needed under penalty.
2
2nd (6) Whats In The Bag (3.33/1 -33%)
Whats In The Bag

3.33/1(-33%)
(6) Whats In The Bag 3.33/1, Showed much improved form to get off the mark fitted with a hood in a Windsor novice last June and ran well after 11 months off when second on handicap debut there (5.1f) 25 days ago. Still unexposed.
Ran well for 2nd in a Windsor handicap last month after an absence; still low mileage.
3
3rd (2) Tolstoy (11/1 -10%)
Tolstoy

11/1(-10%)
(2) Tolstoy 11/1, Quirky sort who is 0-15 for current yard and hasn't threatened last 2 starts for all he's not been beaten far. Others preferred for win purposes.
Down to a good mark but on a losing run of 15 and often pulls too hard; risky.
4
4th (3) Lipsink (5/1 -67%)
Lipsink

5/1(-67%)
(3) Lipsink 5/1, Bounced straight back to form when second in 5-runner handicap at Nottingham (5f, good to firm) 17 days ago. Sure to be thereabouts if backing that up.
Second in two of his three runs this year; should give it another good go.
5th
5th (8) Thismydream (28/1 +0%)
Thismydream

28/1(+0%)
(8) Thismydream 28/1, Didn't need to improve to get off the mark at the 23rd attempt at Southwell in January. Runner-up next 3 starts but followed a below-par effort with an even worse one back on turf at Chepstow last time.
Poor strike-rate and failed to fire returned to turf latest; well drawn at least.
6th
6th (7) Harb (12/1 -33%)
Harb

12/1(-33%)
(7) Harb 12/1, Had a good winter on the AW but has been below par on turf the last twice. Mark easing but needs to up his game.
Not beaten far in either turf run this season; widest draw probably not ideal this time.
7th
7th (5) Coup De Force (3.33/1 +39%)
Coup De Force

3.33/1(+39%)
(5) Coup De Force 3.33/1, Successful 3 times in 2022 and has returned in good nick this year, turning in another respectable effort when third in 9-runner event at Bath (5.7f) 3 weeks ago. Can give another good account.
Running well in defeat this season; should give her running once more.
8th
8th (9) Secret Handsheikh (20/1 +50%)
Secret Handsheikh

20/1(+50%)
(9) Secret Handsheikh 20/1, Successful at Brighton in April but below form twice since.
Brighton win in April; less good twice since; others are more appealing.
9th
9th (4) Mulzim (50/1 -25%)
Mulzim

50/1(-25%)
(4) Mulzim 50/1, Capitalised on a falling mark at Southwell in early in 2022 but below form all 4 starts since, although seemed unsuited by conditions on most recent outing.
Modest form after an absence this spring; others have more pressing claims.
LTO Selection:

14:05 Sandown Handicap (Class 4) 5f Race Class Flow

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

An impressive winner at Windsor last June, WHATS IN THE BAG returned from a sizeable absence with a solid runner-up effort at the same track last month and he is taken to go one better. Lil Guff (third) was behind him on that occasion and should be thereabouts again, along with the consistent Lipsink and Coup De Force, who may enjoy the drop in trip.

COUP DE FORCE is a reliable sort which could count for plenty in this field, so she's selected to get off the mark for the season. Lipsink is a bit in and out these days but is sure to be bang there if backing up his latest run, while Whats In The Bag and Lil Guff are others to consider.

Coup De Force and WHATS IN THE BAG (nap) appeal most and the latter can build on his promising seasonal return.


14:15 Chepstow Stakes (Class 5) 12f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Lordship (0.62/1 +50%)
Lordship

0.62/1(+50%)
(2) Lordship 0.62/1, Fairly useful form. 18/5, good second of 9 in handicap at Haydock (11.5f, good) 34 days ago. Obvious claims back in a novice.
Excellent second in Haydock h'cap latest; rates a big player returned to novice company.
2
2nd (3) Swift Hawk (4.5/1 -35%)
Swift Hawk

4.5/1(-35%)
(3) Swift Hawk 4.5/1, Twice-raced maiden. Stepped up on debut when close second of 3 in novice at Leicester (1½m, good to firm, 6/4) 18 days ago. Likely to improve.
Second of three in 1m4f Leicester novice; still looked green there so enters calculations.
3
3rd (5) Mountain Lake (6/1 -71%)
Mountain Lake

6/1(-71%)
(5) Mountain Lake 6/1, Well bred. Could only manage fourth of 6 on her 7f Wolverhampton debut 5 weeks ago but better was seemingly expected as she went off an even-money favourite. Pedigree suggests this much longer trip could suit.
In need of experience when fourth at Wolverhampton; this Postponed filly can build on it.
4
4th (1) Ala Kaifi (10/1 -43%)
Ala Kaifi

10/1(-43%)
(1) Ala Kaifi 10/1, 6/1, third of 5 in maiden at Bath (1¼m, firm) on debut 21 days ago. Open to progress.
Promising debut third of five at Bath three weeks ago; seems sure to take a step forward.
5th
5th (4) Frankie's Wish (18/1 -29%)
Frankie's Wish

18/1(-29%)
(4) Frankie's Wish 18/1, £10,000 Cracksman colt. Dam 2-y-o 6f winner. Betting should help guide to expectations.
Appeals on paper but the market can guide for this son of Cracksman.
LTO Selection:

14:15 Chepstow Stakes (Class 5) 12f Race Class Flow

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

LORDSHIP can count himself slightly unfortunate to have bumped into a couple of promising types recently, but this looks a gilt-edged opportunity for the William Haggas-trained gelding to open his account. Narrowly denied in a three-runner contest at Leicester 18 days ago, Swift Hawk ought to play a leading role, while Mountain Lake, who disappointed when sent off a warm favourite on debut at Wolverhampton, could take a step forward with that run under her belt.

LORDSHIP is going the right way and a repeat of the form he showed in handicap company at Haydock last time could be enough to see him get off the mark here. Swift Hawk is the obvious danger on the back of his Leicester near miss, although Mountain Lake did go off a short price on debut and it would be no surprise were she to prove a different proposition over this much longer trip.

William Haggas's improving LORDSHIP holds the clear edge on the form of his excellent Haydock handicap second and can open his account


14:25 York Seller (Class 3) 6f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Celestial Flight (7/1 +79%)
Celestial Flight

7/1(+79%)
(2) Celestial Flight 7/1, £3,000 yearling, Harry Angel gelding. Half-brother to 5f/6f winner Cityman and 2-y-o 7f winner Ababol. 10/1, showed a bit in 5f Beverley novice on debut in April. 1 of 4 runners for yard.
Fifth at Beverley on his debut in April; needs significantly more despite drop in grade.
2
2nd (9) Up The Jazz (4/1 +0%)
Up The Jazz

4/1(+0%)
(9) Up The Jazz 4/1, Showed a bit more than first time up when second (no match for runaway winner) in 6f Redcar maiden last month. That form isn't great but he makes more appeal than a lot of these for top local yard who won this in 2021.
Runner-up in 6f Redcar maiden latest; can do better still so merits serious consideration.
3
3rd (10) Travel Candy (3.5/1 -40%)
Travel Candy

3.5/1(-40%)
(10) Travel Candy 3.5/1, Well backed down markedly in grade and ran out an easy winner of 5f Beverley claimer a fortnight ago. There was plenty of interest for her afterwards and she could quickly make a profit for her new connections here, with 6f promising to suit on pedigree. Tongue tie fitted.
Comfortably won 5f Beverley claimer; claimed out of Kevin Coleman's yard £6,500; player.
4
4th (11) Bazball (4.5/1 +50%)
Bazball

4.5/1(+50%)
(11) Bazball 4.5/1, Little impact in 5f maidens and visor reached for now.
Three runs have yielded poor form; yard has good record in this so still not ruled out.
5th
5th (3) Charlie Mason (8.5/1 +87%)
Charlie Mason

8.5/1(+87%)
(3) Charlie Mason 8.5/1, Mayson colt. Brother to useful 5f-6f winner Dora Penny and half-brother to 2 winners, including 7f winner Doctor Nuno. Dam 5f/6f winner. Showed little on debut in 6f Haydock maiden 3 weeks ago although that was a much stronger race than this.
Very green when debut last of 12 in maiden at Haydock; lots more is required.
6th
6th (8) Surface To Air (7/1 -100%)
Surface To Air

7/1(-100%)
(8) Surface To Air 7/1, Showed first form in 3 starts with visor fitted at Chepstow last time although having raced in front he undid the good work once pressured, flashing tail and hanging left. Steps up to 6f.
Visored when good 4th at Chepstow latest; place claims if headgear works again.
7th
7th (12) Kaaress (66/1 +0%)
Kaaress

66/1(+0%)
(12) Kaaress 66/1, 28/1, well beaten in 5f Pontefract novice on debut 8 weeks ago. 1 of 4 runners for yard.
Last in novice at Pontefract on her debut in April; lots more is needed after a break.
8th
8th (7) Stamper (14/1 -75%)
Stamper

14/1(-75%)
(7) Stamper 14/1, Has shown a bit in 5f Beverley maiden and 6f Redcar maiden, looking rather ungainly last time. Could do better with blinkers fitted now.
Good third in 6f Redcar maiden; may do better still in first-time blinkers; considered.
9th
9th (4) Evoluir (40/1 +39%)
Evoluir

40/1(+39%)
(4) Evoluir 40/1, Twice-raced maiden. First run since leaving Roger Fell when last of 5 in maiden (10/1) at Hamilton (5f, firm) 2 days ago.
17l last of six in 6f Pontefract novice and about 10l last of five in 5f Hamilton maiden.
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|U| (14) Regal Solitaire (18/1 -50%)
Regal Solitaire

18/1(-50%)
(14) Regal Solitaire 18/1, Foaled May 18. Massaat filly. Sister to winner abroad and half-sister to 3 winners, including 6f winner Recall The Show and 5f winner Aaliya. Starts out at a lowly level and yard have had a 2-y-o win well first time up recently.
Massaat filly who appeals on paper so this debutante is worth a market check.
10th
10th (1) Birkie Boy (50/1 -52%)
Birkie Boy

50/1(-52%)
(1) Birkie Boy 50/1, Well beaten in 5f Chepstow maiden and Goodwood seller.
Has offered little over 5f in maiden at Chepstow and seller at Goodwood.
11th
11th (5) Lastingham (20/1 +39%)
Lastingham

20/1(+39%)
(5) Lastingham 20/1, Well beaten in two 5f contests, always behind in Beverley claimer won by Travel Candy 16 days ago.
Has beaten just one rival in Doncaster maiden and Beverley claimer thus far.
12th
12th (13) Missutoo (40/1 -82%)
Missutoo

40/1(-82%)
(13) Missutoo 40/1, No show in 3 races (blinkered in 6f Redcar maiden latest).
Yet to show any worthwhile form in her three outings; hard to make a case for.
13th
13th (6) Ryoto (66/1 -32%)
Ryoto

66/1(-32%)
(6) Ryoto 66/1, Half-brother to useful winner up to 7.4f Peak Princess and 6f winner Hitchslap. Showed little in 6f Redcar maiden (20/1) under this rider last month.
Beat only one in maiden at Redcar on his debut 25 days ago; others are more persuasive.
LTO Selection:

14:25 York Seller (Class 3) 6f Race Class Flow

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

TRAVEL CANDY landed the odds when winning a claimer at Beverley last month and, now in the care of Brian Ellison, she looks likely to progress further in a first-time tongue-tie. Surface To Air wasn't beaten far when sent off at 150-1 at Chepstow last time out and wouldn't need much more to play a leading role, while Up The Jazz, who hit the woodwork at Redcar 25 days ago, is another to consider.

A long-standing valuable seller but this looks an uninspiring renewal on paper even for the grade and TRAVEL CANDY, the only previous winner in the field, can make a successful start for Brian Ellison. She was in demand after landing a 5f Beverley claimer and can follow up back over 6f with a tongue tie fitted. Newcomer Regal Solitaire and Richard Fahey's Up The Jazz could be a couple of the dangers.

Preference is for UP THE JAZZ who can build on his good Redcar second and provide another winner for the in-form Richard Fahey team.


14:40 Sandown Maiden (Class 4) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (9) Sunway (6.5/1 -30%)
Sunway

6.5/1(-30%)
(9) Sunway 6.5/1, Foaled March 23. €300,000 yearling, Galiway colt. Brother to high-class winner up to 1¼m Sealiway and 8.5f winner Seagali and half-brother to 7.5f winner Glamour Vendome. Dam 2-y-o 7f winner. Makes appeal on paper.
Yard's newcomers usually better for a run, but his pedigree makes him worth a market check.
2
2nd (8) Rednblue Sovereign (18/1 -29%)
Rednblue Sovereign

18/1(-29%)
(8) Rednblue Sovereign 18/1, Twice-raced colt. Built on debut promise when sixth of 12 in minor event at Epsom (6f, good to firm) 14 days ago, nearest finish. Remains open to improvement.
Has shown ability as when sixth in the Woodcote; extra furlong should suit.
3
3rd (5) Inner City (0.91/1 +27%)
Inner City

0.91/1(+27%)
(5) Inner City 0.91/1, Bred to be smart and posted fairly useful form when fourth of 11 in minor event at Yarmouth (7f, good to firm) on debut 15 days ago. Likely to improve and is one for shortlist.
Not beaten far into fourth on Yarmouth debut and respected if settling better.
4
4th (1) Caviar Heights (8.5/1 +15%)
Caviar Heights

8.5/1(+15%)
(1) Caviar Heights 8.5/1, Foaled March 1. 300,000 gns yearling, Sea The Stars colt. Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner, sister to multiple 6f winners Hitchens (very smart) and Tanzeel (smart). Noteworthy newcomer.
Attractive pedigree and market should be useful.
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5th (2) Crown Estate (4/1 -20%)
Crown Estate

4/1(-20%)
(2) Crown Estate 4/1, Ran with plenty of promise when fourth of 7 in minor event (10/3) at Haydock (7f, good to firm) on debut 7 days ago, not knocked about. Looks sure to improve with that run under his belt.
Green when fourth on his Haydock debut a week earlier; needs to improve.
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6th (4) Ihopeyoulike (25/1 -39%)
Ihopeyoulike

25/1(-39%)
(4) Ihopeyoulike 25/1, Once-raced colt. 40/1, fifth of 12 in maiden at Haydock (6f, good) on debut 22 days ago. Open to improvement but likely to find 1 or 2 too good here.
Shaped as though 7f would suit on Haydock debut, but will need to improve a fir bit.
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7th (3) I'm Puzzled (33/1 -18%)
I'm Puzzled

33/1(-18%)
(3) I'm Puzzled 33/1, Foaled February 13. 37,000 gns foal, 40,000 gns yearling, Sea The Moon colt. Half-brother to several winners, including useful 1¼m-1½m winner Puzzle Time and 13f winner Kuraka. Dam unraced. Market check advised on debut.
Bred to come into his own over middle distances so may need more time.
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8th (6) Made In China (14/1 +0%)
Made In China

14/1(+0%)
(6) Made In China 14/1, Foaled March 28. €45,000 foal, Almanzor colt. Half-brother to useful 2-y-o French 6f-7.5f winner Proletariat. Yard's juvenile debutants always warrant respect.
Stable has won this race three times since 2016, all with newcomers; watch market.
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9th (7) Newfangled (100/1 -100%)
Newfangled

100/1(-100%)
(7) Newfangled 100/1, Foaled April 30. €19,000 foal, €26,000 yearling, New Bay colt. Brother to 1m winner Two Tempting and half-brother to numerous winners, including 9f/1¼m winner Sweet Reward and 1½m winner Rex Whistler. Dam 7f winner. Likely a longer-term prospect.
Others make more appeal on breeding and stable not normally known for winning newcomers.
LTO Selection:

14:40 Sandown Maiden (Class 4) 7f Race Class Flow

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

INNER CITY may have a wide draw to overcome but the way he shaped on his debut at Yarmouth, when going off favourite, gave every indication that he was a winner in waiting. Charlie Appleby's charge is bred in the purple, being out of a Group 1-winning mare, and he should have enough to see off the likes Crown Estate, who was behind a smart one on debut at Haydock last week, and newcomer Caviar Heights.

Preference is for CROWN ESTATE, who boasts a fine pedigree and should have learnt plenty from last week's encouraging Haydock debut. Inner City and Rednblue Sovereign are also potential improvers and look sure to make their presence felt in what should prove an informative contest.

This can go to INNER CITY, who wasn't beaten far when fourth on his Yarmouth debut and the run may have taken the freshness out of him.


14:50 Chepstow Maiden (Class 4) 6f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Noo Point (7.5/1 -360%)
Noo Point

7.5/1(-360%)
(4) Noo Point 7.5/1, Once-raced colt. Fourth of 7 in maiden (5/2) at Catterick (5f, good to firm) on debut 14 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Up in trip and he could have some improvement in him.
Encouraging debut Catterick 4th; Blue Point colt who is one to consider with more to come.
2
2nd (1) Art Historian (3/1 +57%)
Art Historian

3/1(+57%)
(1) Art Historian 3/1, Twice-raced colt. 9/2, fourth of 6 in minor event at Pontefract (6f, good) 21 days ago. Likely he will be seen in a better light when going down the handicap route.
Fourth at Pontefract three weeks ago; may do better still so needs shortlisting.
3
3rd (6) Sioux Warrior (1.62/1 +35%)
Sioux Warrior

1.62/1(+35%)
(6) Sioux Warrior 1.62/1, Twice-raced colt. Second of 7 in maiden at Chester (6.1f, good, 5/2) 20 days ago. Looks the pick of those with experience.
Twice second in maidens at Doncaster (5f) in April and Chester (6f); sets decent standard.
4
4th (3) Mart (5.5/1 +39%)
Mart

5.5/1(+39%)
(3) Mart 5.5/1, Once-raced colt. 11/1, sixth of 7 in minor event at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm) on debut 23 days ago, not knocked about. Open to improvement.
Hinted at promise when sixth at Yarmouth; this son of Dark Angel can take a step forward.
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5th (5) Regal Fighter (18/1 -13%)
Regal Fighter

18/1(-13%)
(5) Regal Fighter 18/1, Twice-raced colt. Second of 5 in minor event at Leicester (5f, heavy, 10/3) 63 days ago. Up in trip and he's another who will probably do better when making the switch to handicaps.
2nd in 5f Leicester novice in April; needs to take another step forward after a break.
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6th (2) Dash Power (6/1 +14%)
Dash Power

6/1(+14%)
(2) Dash Power 6/1, Foaled March 31. 34,000 gns foal, 110,000 gns yearling, Twilight Son colt. Dam 2-y-o 6.5f/7f winner. Lots to like on paper and it will look significant if the market speaks in his favour.
Twilight Son colt who appeals on paper so rates an interesting newcomer.
LTO Selection:

14:50 Chepstow Maiden (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

A runner-up on both of his starts to date, Sioux Warrior is likely to be in the thick of things once again, while it would come as no surprise were Noo Point to step forward from his recent Catterick debut. Dash Power represents powerful connections and is worth a market check, but a chance is taken on MART. It was a warm contest at Yarmouth in which he made his racecourse bow, and Michael Bell's charge, a half-brother to the admirable Ornate, can progress here.

The vote goes to the sole newcomer in the line-up, DASH POWER, who is every inch a likely type on paper and a positive market move would add to his appeal. Sioux Warrior is a winner waiting to happen judged on his efforts at Doncaster and Chester, and he is a much-respected main danger. Mart and Noo Point are both open to improvement.

Charlie Hills's Sioux Nation colt SIOUX WARRIOR brings some fair form to the table and can get off the mark at the third attempt.


15:00 York Handicap (Class 2) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (7) Radio Goo Goo (5.5/1 +15%)
Radio Goo Goo

5.5/1(+15%)
(7) Radio Goo Goo 5.5/1, Winless during a busy 2-y-o campaign but much improved upon returning this year, career-best effort as she made it 4 wins from last 5 starts with another determined display at Chester (6f) 3 weeks ago. Mark has crept up a little more but she's evidently thriving and not dismissed.
Flourishing this year, winning 4 of her 5 starts; should make another bold bid.
2
2nd (3) Al Simmo (8/1 +20%)
Al Simmo

8/1(+20%)
(3) Al Simmo 8/1, Progressed well from a low base in sprint handicaps, adding pair of small field Newmarket handicaps (6f) to her tally last summer. Small rise in weights seemed to catch her out thereafter and more needed if she's to make a winning return here.
3rd in this race last year when match fit; conditions to suit but 9-month absence to defy.
3
3rd (1) Pink Crystal (1.88/1 +16%)
Pink Crystal

1.88/1(+16%)
(1) Pink Crystal 1.88/1, Likeable filly who tasted success 3 times last term and enhanced her form in defeat during the autumn, hitting the frame in fillies' listed events on each of her last 2 starts. Fact she's gone well fresh a plus and very much one to consider.
Progressive last year, ended the season with two placed efforts in Listed races; contender.
4
4th (6) International Girl (5.5/1 -22%)
International Girl

5.5/1(-22%)
(6) International Girl 5.5/1, Successful over C&D and Pontefract last season. Below best thereafter but back to form following 7 months off/returned to quicker surface when second in 5-runner fillies' handicap at Ripon (6f) 26 days ago. Should give another good account.
C&D winner; promising 2nd on seasonal return; each-way claims once more.
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5th (8) Distinguished Lady (8.5/1 -31%)
Distinguished Lady

8.5/1(-31%)
(8) Distinguished Lady 8.5/1, Confirmed initial promise when opening account (following wind op) for present yard at Chelmsford (6f) in October. Shaped well from a tricky position when neck third behind Radio Goo Goo on return/handicap debut at Chester (6f) 3 weeks ago and that may not be her limit.
AW winner last October; promising return behind Radio Goo Goo last month; unexposed.
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6th (4) Origintrail (16/1 -33%)
Origintrail

16/1(-33%)
(4) Origintrail 16/1, Bagged Ripon maiden and Chester handicap last spring before good second behind Al Simmo in 6f handicap at Newmarket. Failed to beat a rival final 2 starts, last of 6 at Chelmsford (6f) in August. Progress required if she's to defy this sort of mark on seasonal bow.
Two 6f wins last May but ended the year quietly; off ten months; tough task on return.
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7th (5) Crazy Luck (5/1 +33%)
Crazy Luck

5/1(+33%)
(5) Crazy Luck 5/1, In fine form around this time last year, runner-up in this race prior to landing handicaps at Newbury/Chester. Handicapper possibly in control after but signalled she's coming to the boil when runner-up on second start back at Windsor (6f) 32 days ago. Not out of things.
Second in this race last year; good run at Windsor latest; in the mix once more.
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8th (2) Dora Penny (14/1 -40%)
Dora Penny

14/1(-40%)
(2) Dora Penny 14/1, Enjoyed a highly-productive spell during second half of last year, gaining a sixth victory at Wolverhampton (6f) in November. Quickly back on the up following reappearance effort at Lingfield when taking 5-runner Kempton handicap (6f) in April and not discounted for all this is tougher.
Seven wins in the last 11 months and that record alone ensures she needs a second look.
LTO Selection:

15:00 York Handicap (Class 2) 6f Race Class Flow

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

PINK CRYSTAL has performed well in Listed company on her last two outings and William Haggas' four-year-old makes plenty of appeal on her return off a break. She has run well fresh previously and would be foolish to dismiss, even though she is rated 11lb higher than when second over 5f at this track in August. Radio Goo Goo was all heart when landing a hat-trick over this distance at Chester last month and is expected to be thereabouts off 2lb higher, along with previous C&D winner International Girl.

PINK CRYSTAL's 3-y-o campaign was a most progressive one, winning 3 times prior to solid placed efforts on each of her last 2 starts at listed level. She remains one to keep onside despite operating from a career-high mark on return and earns the vote. Distinguished Lady very much caught the eye behind the thriving Radio Goo Goo at Chester and that pair head up the dangers, along with Crazy Luck.

All eight have a squeak but unexposed DISTINGUISHED LADY is taken to confirm the promise of her return to action at Chester last month.


15:15 Sandown Handicap (Class 3) 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 (4) Paradias (7.5/1 +6%)
Paradias

7.5/1(+6%)
(4) Paradias 7.5/1, Back from 8-month absence when good second of 7 in handicap at Windsor (10f, good to firm, 3/1) 18 days ago. Entitled to build on that and could be a player.
1-11 but some notable runs in defeat, including on reappearance 18 days ago.
2
2nd (3) Lord Protector (8/1 +50%)
Lord Protector

8/1(+50%)
(3) Lord Protector 8/1, Won this event (off 2 lb higher) 12 months ago and was unlucky not to finish closer when fifth of 18 at Glorious Goodwood next time. However, rather gone backwards since and plenty to prove currently.
2lb lower than when winning this last year but his last four results are a big concern.
3
3rd (10) Youthful King (7.5/1 -50%)
Youthful King

7.5/1(-50%)
(10) Youthful King 7.5/1, Dual winner last season, including over C&D, and got back on scoreboard when making all at Windsor (10f, good to firm) 11 days ago. More required under a penalty here but warrants respect.
Needs plenty of respect, particularly after Windsor win, but this race is more demanding.
4
4th (1) Aramaic (2.25/1 +18%)
Aramaic

2.25/1(+18%)
(1) Aramaic 2.25/1, Firmly on the up in 2021, notching impressive wins at Musselburgh and York. Looked to have retained all his ability, on return from 20 months off, when sixth of 13 in handicap at York (10.2f, good to firm) 28 days ago, not knocked about. Enters calculations.
Absent 608 days before respectable sixth of 13 when 5-1 at York; very lightly raced.
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5th (9) Sweet Reward (6.5/1 -8%)
Sweet Reward

6.5/1(-8%)
(9) Sweet Reward 6.5/1, Failed to add to his tally in 2022 but posted several creditable efforts in defeat and returned to best when narrow second of 19 in Newbury handicap (10f, good to firm) 4 weeks ago. Remains fairly treated on old form and is one for shortlist.
Two C&D wins in 2021, latter in this race; went very close at Newbury on latest outing.
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6th (8) Fast Steps (9/1 +64%)
Fast Steps

9/1(+64%)
(8) Fast Steps 9/1, Enjoyed a good spell last summer and doubled his tally of handicap wins on return at Windsor (1m2f, soft) last month. Below that level at Newmarket latest, though, and others look better treated.
One to consider despite a lesser show from wide draw at Newbury four weeks ago.
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7th (6) Spirit Of The Bay (10/1 -25%)
Spirit Of The Bay

10/1(-25%)
(6) Spirit Of The Bay 10/1, Career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Haydock (10.2f, good to firm) 18 days ago, cosily. Still on a workable mark up 5 lb but this looks a deeper contest.
Back up 5lb after Haydock win three weeks ago but she's not fully exposed at this distance.
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8th (2) Crystal Delight (4.5/1 +36%)
Crystal Delight

4.5/1(+36%)
(2) Crystal Delight 4.5/1, Opened his account on AW at Lingfield (10f) in December and acquitted himself well in defeat since, latest when eighth of 15 in York handicap (11.9f) last month. Not out of things.
Consistent in handicaps; rather free-going sort who may be suited by this return to 1m2f.
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9th (7) Spinaround (33/1 -50%)
Spinaround

33/1(-50%)
(7) Spinaround 33/1, Came close off this mark at Kempton (8f) in April but not been in same form since and others are more appealing. Cheekpieces back on.
Not so hot in Class 3 on turf last two runs and latest was his only attempt over this far.
LTO Selection:

15:15 Sandown Handicap (Class 3) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Plenty of these arrive in good form and, with that in mind, only a tentative vote can go to ARAMAIC. It was interesting that the Le Havre gelding attracted market support on his return from a lengthy absence at York last month, so it would be no surprise were the unexposed five-year-old to step forward from an unchanged mark. Sweet Reward merits respect around here, as does recent Windsor scorer Youthful King, while Spirit Of The Bay and Crystal Delight can't be left out of calculations either.

SWEET REWARD pulled clear of the remainder when runner-up at Newbury last month and still looks feasibly treated. He can go one better here. Aramaic and Paradias are feared most.

There is no shortage of interest in this field and it's a close call but SPIRIT OF THE BAY is selected ahead of Sweet Reward.


15:25 Chepstow Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Desert Falcon (2.75/1 -38%)
Desert Falcon

2.75/1(-38%)
(2) Desert Falcon 2.75/1, Showed improved form to get off the mark in 5-runner maiden at Lingfield (7f, good to firm) on return 13 days ago, scoring with plenty in hand despite carrying head awkwardly/hanging left. Into handicaps now and may do better still.
Returned with easy win at Lingfield; plenty more to offer now handicapping; big shout.
2
2nd (1) Some Nightmare (3.5/1 +50%)
Some Nightmare

3.5/1(+50%)
(1) Some Nightmare 3.5/1, 3-time C&D winner. Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at this course (5.1f, good to firm, 11/4) 14 days ago, despite hanging badly left. Back up in trip.
Three-time C&D scorer who arrives in good nick; one for the shortlist.
3
3rd (5) Hollow Steel (50/1 -52%)
Hollow Steel

50/1(-52%)
(5) Hollow Steel 50/1, Won twice in 2021 but was well held at Redcar sole start last year. Off 13 months. First run for yard after leaving Alice Haynes.
Off 13 months since below-par eighth at Redcar for Alice Haynes; has something to prove.
4
4th (3) Airshow (1/1 +28%)
Airshow

1/1(+28%)
(3) Airshow 1/1, Resumed winning ways in 7-runner handicap at Goodwood (6f, good to firm) last week, unchallenged. Escapes a penalty for that so fancied to follow up.
Readily made all in Goodwood h'cap latest; escapes penalty; merits serious consideration.
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5th (6) Savannah Smiles (25/1 -25%)
Savannah Smiles

25/1(-25%)
(6) Savannah Smiles 25/1, Showed improved form in first-time cheekpieces when winning 12-runner handicap (15/2) at Lingfield (6f, AW) 15 days ago, always holding on. First run for yard after leaving Tom Ward and it remains to be seen if she's equally as effective on turf.
Won at Lingfield on final run for Tom Ward; much respected for her new handler.
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6th (4) Revisit (12/1 -85%)
Revisit

12/1(-85%)
(4) Revisit 12/1, Justified support when making a winning debut at Lingfield (AW) last June. Proved too free switched to turf later that month and off since.
Fair 6f winner but she has an 11-month absence to overcome so others appeal more.
LTO Selection:

15:25 Chepstow Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

An easy winner when making all at Goodwood last week, AIRSHOW can follow up at a track where he has been unlucky not to win, having been runner-up on all five starts. Rod Millman's charge gets the vote ahead of course-specialist Some Nightmare and Desert Falcon, who must be of interest off a mark of 76 on his handicap debut.

AIRSHOW escapes a penalty for his recent Goodwood success so should prove hard to beat if turning up in similar form. Desert Falcon still looked very green when scoring on his return at Lingfield and may do better still now venturing into handicaps.

Sir Mark Prescott's easy Lingfield winner DESERT FALCON looks the sort to take a big step forward now handicapping and gets the vote


15:35 York Listed (Class 1) 8f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Chichester (7.5/1 -50%)
Chichester

7.5/1(-50%)
(2) Chichester 7.5/1, Better than ever on AW over the winter and ran as well as could be expected when fifth in the Brigadier Gerard at Sandown back on turf last time.
Smart form on AW this year; respectable fifth in 1m2f Sandown Group 3 back on turf latest.
2
2nd (4) Shining Blue (0.91/1 +17%)
Shining Blue

0.91/1(+17%)
(4) Shining Blue 0.91/1, Really smart performance when ready winner of a 7f course handicap at last month's Dante meeting. Leading form claims but slight doubts whether he'll prove as effective back at 1m.
Smart performance to comfortably land 7f course handicap last month; has won at 1m.
3
3rd (1) Azano (12/1 +25%)
Azano

12/1(+25%)
(1) Azano 12/1, Newmarket handicap second last month shows he's still useful on his day but not in quite the same form when fifth at Sandown since. Others are preferred.
Has won at Listed level but recent handicap efforts leave him with something to find here.
4
4th (3) El Drama (1.62/1 +7%)
El Drama

1.62/1(+7%)
(3) El Drama 1.62/1, Smart horse who went close in a 9f Meydan Group 1 in March. Respectable 3 lengths fourth of 5 in 1¼m Goodwood listed 20 days ago. Likely to go well.
Several smart performances in defeat since Chester Listed win in May 2021; should go well.
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5th (5) Silver Screen (80/1 -21%)
Silver Screen

80/1(-21%)
(5) Silver Screen 80/1, Fairly useful filly. 6/1, good second of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, good to firm) 17 days ago but faces a stiff task at this level, Hooded first time.
Good run in handicap company latest but lots to find at this much higher level.
LTO Selection:

15:35 York Listed (Class 1) 8f Race Class Flow

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

SHINING BLUE appeared better than ever when winning a handicap here last month and Saeed bin Suroor's gelding looks ready to win at Listed level. El Drama is very capable on his day, as seen when finishing runner-up in the Jebel Hatta at Meydan in March, and is the obvious threat. Chichester has something to find on the ratings, but the six-year-old cannot be dismissed now eased in class.

EL DRAMA has been runner-up twice at pattern level since returning from an absence last spring and might be able to get the better of last month's impressive 7f course handicap winner Shining Blue, who isn't certain to be as effective back at 1m.

Little to separate EL DRAMA and Shining Blue on form, with a narrow vote going the way of the former.


15:50 Sandown Handicap (Class 4) 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 (8) Zara's Return (7.5/1 +12%)
Zara's Return

7.5/1(+12%)
(8) Zara's Return 7.5/1, Improved markedly when winning 13-runner handicap at Newmarket (8f, good) last month and backed that up with solid fourth at Leicester (8.2f, good to firm) 18 days ago. Worth a crack at this longer trip and must enter calculations.
Running on well over 1m but she did not help her cause last time by hanging.
2
2nd (6) Serengeti Sunset (4/1 +20%)
Serengeti Sunset

4/1(+20%)
(6) Serengeti Sunset 4/1, Lightly-raced maiden who matched his best form when third of 13 in handicap (3/1) at Chelmsford City (10f) 8 days ago. Cheekpieces now added for first time and likely to make presence felt.
Creditable third at Chelmsford (1m2f, AW) eight days ago behind Penzance; cheekpieces now.
3
3rd (2) Ramensky (11/1 +8%)
Ramensky

11/1(+8%)
(2) Ramensky 11/1, Off 4 months/gelded and blinkered for first time, off the mark in 5-runner minor event at Wolverhampton (12.2f) in February. However, shaped as if amiss when pulled up at Southwell next time and blinkers left off here.
1m4f AW win but pulled up on handicap debut at Southwell (1m3f) later in February.
4
4th (5) Sea Me Dance (28/1 +0%)
Sea Me Dance

28/1(+0%)
(5) Sea Me Dance 28/1, Fair form in 3 outings over 1m on AW, finishing fourth on Southwell reappearance in April. Below form on turf debut at Ascot last month, though, and makes limited appeal on handicap bow.
Twice made the running; now hooded and needs overall improvement on this handicap debut.
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5th (4) Stage Show (12/1 -100%)
Stage Show

12/1(-100%)
(4) Stage Show 12/1, Took a big step forward from debut when sixth in Doncaster maiden in October and posted fair efforts in both starts this term, shaping as if in need of this trip when third on handicap debut at Ascot (8f, soft) last time. Not out of things.
Query about good to firm ground; needs to improve but the dam's stamina gives some hope.
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6th (3) New Dayrell (6.5/1 +59%)
New Dayrell

6.5/1(+59%)
(3) New Dayrell 6.5/1, Signs of ability last season and posted solid sixth of 14 at this course (8f) on return last month. Had the run of the race on that occasion, however, and others more appealing. Hood on first time.
Got loose before the start last time; now hooded and up in trip; may be capable of better.
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7th (9) Desfondado (9/1 +50%)
Desfondado

9/1(+50%)
(9) Desfondado 9/1, Still looking for first success but ran up to best when third of 13 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm) latest and warrants another try at this longer trip.
3rd of 13 in Windsor handicap (1m) last time was among his best form; probably stays 1m2f.
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8th (1) Goodfella (22/1 +21%)
Goodfella

22/1(+21%)
(1) Goodfella 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Back on track when fourth of 5 in maiden (14/1) at Yarmouth (11.5f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Needs to build on that back in handicap company.
This drop back in trip may well help but marked overall improvement is needed.
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9th (7) Penzance (1.62/1 -62%)
Penzance

1.62/1(-62%)
(7) Penzance 1.62/1, Much improved when excellent second of 13 in handicap (5/1) at Chelmsford City (10f) 8 days ago, clear of rest. Can race off same mark and holds obvious claims. Wears first-time cheekpieces.
Due to go up 5lb, so well handicapped if last week's form (1m2f, AW) can be repeated.
LTO Selection:

15:50 Sandown Handicap (Class 4) 10f Race Class Flow

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

NEW DAYRELL ran a blinder here last month having gotten loose beforehand and the son of New Approach, a full-brother to Listed winner New Graduate, is fancied to show more eased 1lb in the ratings. He finished third behind the classy Arrest on his racecourse debut last August, so his current mark of 77 ought to be well within range. Others to note include Stage Show, Penzance and Serengeti Sunset.

PENZANCE upped his game when second at Chelmsford last week and it's likely we haven't seen the best of him yet. He makes plenty of appeal. Zara's Return and Serengeti Sunset should also go well.

The eight-day break, return to turf and first-time cheekpieces all pose questions but PENZANCE is the clear pick on last week's AW 2nd.


16:00 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (2) Connie's Rose (3/1 +33%)
Connie's Rose

3/1(+33%)
(2) Connie's Rose 3/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in May. 4/1, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at this course (6.1f, good to firm) 6 days ago, slowly away.
Closely matched with Rhubarb on C&D form & seemingly in good fettle; there or thereabouts..
2
2nd (4) Jacquelina (2.25/1 -20%)
Jacquelina

2.25/1(-20%)
(4) Jacquelina 2.25/1, C&D winner. Winner here in June. 11/4, creditable second of 7 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 6 days ago, just failing. Has good chance on form.
Progressing nicely; has beaten Rhubarb on her last two starts; her speed is a real asset..
3
3rd (3) Rhubarb (3/1 +25%)
Rhubarb

3/1(+25%)
(3) Rhubarb 3/1, 3-time C&D winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 5/2, creditable third of 7 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 6 days ago. Going through a good spell around here at the moment.
Triple C&D winner; possesses various interwoven form lines with Connie's Rose & Jacquelina.
4
4th (1) Atty's Edge (16/1 -78%)
Atty's Edge

16/1(-78%)
(1) Atty's Edge 16/1, Tricky customer. C&D winner. 22/1, tenth of 15 in handicap at Bath (5f, soft) 46 days ago, never nearer.
Wasn't overly productive last year but is solid over C&D (21832); second run of the year..
5th
5th (6) Coronation Cottage (12/1 +0%)
Coronation Cottage

12/1(+0%)
(6) Coronation Cottage 12/1, C&D winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2021. Respectable 3¾ lengths third of 9 to Jacquelina in handicap (16/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 14 days ago.
Third to Jacquelina over C&D latest, and the handicapper has given her every chance..
6th
6th (5) Fossos (6.5/1 -18%)
Fossos

6.5/1(-18%)
(5) Fossos 6.5/1, 3-time C&D winner. Fourth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 16/1) 6 days ago. Can give a good account.
Goes well here (three C&D wins); looked to be working back to form latest; possibilities..
7th
7th (7) Macon Belle (16/1 +0%)
Macon Belle

16/1(+0%)
(7) Macon Belle 16/1, Remains a maiden after 23 Flat runs. Eleventh of 12 in minor event at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 12/1) 80 days ago. Back down in trip.
23-race maiden; reverts to 5f off a near three-month absence; safer options lie elsewhere..
LTO Selection:

16:00 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 5f Race Class Flow

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

It is difficult to look past JACQUELINA, who has finished in the first two on her last two starts over C&D and seems to have the number of Rhubarb on those lines of form. The four-year-old should enjoy the fast conditions again and it may be that Connie's Rose, a winner over C&D last month, will give her the most to think about.

JACQUELINA has looked better than ever over this C&D the last twice, off the mark 2 weeks ago before only just failing to follow up on Saturday, and she can quickly resume winning ways. Rhubarb was only a length behind the selection last time and can place round here again.

Lots of overlapping form. However, JACQUELINA is on a steady upward curve and, with conditions favourable, can prove tough to pass.


16:10 York Stakes (Class 2) 5f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Harvanna (5/1 +50%)
Harvanna

5/1(+50%)
(4) Harvanna 5/1, Price increased markedly from foal to yearling and showed clear signs of ability when third at Catterick a month ago. Likely to improve.
In need of initial experience when third of four at Catterick; can do better now.
2
2nd (13) Angel Shared (10/1 -300%)
Angel Shared

10/1(-300%)
(13) Angel Shared 10/1, Related to several winners and offered plenty of encouragement despite a slow start when fourth in a maiden at Haydock. Could improve and should be considered.
Encouraging debut fourth in maiden at Haydock; Harry Angel filly is firmly in the picture.
3
3rd (9) Bellarchi (7/1 -56%)
Bellarchi

7/1(-56%)
(9) Bellarchi 7/1, Best effort to date when third in a maiden at Catterick recently. Likely to be on the premises but she's vulnerable to anything above average.
Fair form when twice placed over 5f, third at Catterick 15 days ago; holds solid claims.
4
4th (1) Etoile D'alexandre (18/1 +28%)
Etoile D'alexandre

18/1(+28%)
(1) Etoile D'alexandre 18/1, Foaled January 23. 78,000 gns yearling, Starspangledbanner filly. Half-sister to 5f winner Navajo Dawn. Dam, 2-y-o 5f winner, half-sister to useful 11f/1½m winner (stayed 15f) Without A Trace.
This Starspangledbanner filly needs a market check on her first run.
5th
5th (8) Pearl Abbey (3.5/1 +78%)
Pearl Abbey

3.5/1(+78%)
(8) Pearl Abbey 3.5/1, Foaled March 18. Soldier's Call filly. Dam, 6f winner, half-sister to useful 7f/1m winner Maaward. Intersting newcomer, particularly if attracting support in the betting.
Soldier's Call filly; in good hands and appeals on pedigree; considered newcomer.
6th
6th (3) Cool Run (4.5/1 -64%)
Cool Run

4.5/1(-64%)
(3) Cool Run 4.5/1, Half-sister to several winners and shaped well when fifth at Thirsk on debut last month. Could be a good deal more to come, so she's worth a chance to open her account at the second attempt.
Promising start when fifth in maiden at Thirsk; open to a fair bit of improvement; player.
7th
7th (5) Heroic Angel (20/1 +60%)
Heroic Angel

20/1(+60%)
(5) Heroic Angel 20/1, Failed to beat a rival at Ayr on debut and hard to make a case for.
Very green when last at Ayr; significantly more required from this Soldier's Call filly.
8th
8th (14) Dibbsy's Dream (8/1 -23%)
Dibbsy's Dream

8/1(-23%)
(14) Dibbsy's Dream 8/1, Stepped forward from debut when third at Chepstow 6 days ago. More required if she's to land this stronger contest, though.
Running-on third in 5f Chepstow maiden six days ago; she can take another step forward.
9th
9th (10) California State (33/1 +18%)
California State

33/1(+18%)
(10) California State 33/1, Big price and failed to feature in a maiden at Newbury recently. Easily passed over.
11th in 6f maiden at Newbury on her debut nine days ago; lots more is required.
10th
10th (6) Mecca's Duchess (10/1 +44%)
Mecca's Duchess

10/1(+44%)
(6) Mecca's Duchess 10/1, Foaled February 8. €30,000 foal, €48,000 yearling, Dark Angel filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 5f winner Catch Cunningham and 2-y-o 6f winner Palenville. notable newcomer.
Dark Angel filly who is a half-sister to five winners; interesting newcomer.
11th
11th (7) Miss Rainstorm (125/1 -89%)
Miss Rainstorm

125/1(-89%)
(7) Miss Rainstorm 125/1, Breeze-Up acquisition who hasn't shown enough to make her of interst in a race like this.
Has beaten just one rival in 5f maidens at Thirsk and Wetherby this summer.
12th
12th (11) Stoneacre Girl (22/1 +21%)
Stoneacre Girl

22/1(+21%)
(11) Stoneacre Girl 22/1, Foaled May 12. 20,000 gns foal, €18,000 yearling, £30,000 2-y-o, Land Force filly. Half-sister to useful winner up to 6f Mick's Yer Man and 2-y-o 6f winner Sawaahel. Dam unraced. Worth a market check.
Land Force filly; this debutante may be no forlorn hope.
13th
13th (2) Sue's Little Angel (20/1 +20%)
Sue's Little Angel

20/1(+20%)
(2) Sue's Little Angel 20/1, Once-raced maiden. 22/1, sixth of 10 in maiden at this course (6f, firm) on debut 29 days ago. Should have learned from that initial experience and her pedigree points to improvement.
Hinted at promise when debut sixth in 6f maiden here; sort to take a step forward.
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14th (12) Tioman Bay (100/1 -52%)
Tioman Bay

100/1(-52%)
(12) Tioman Bay 100/1, Out of a winning miler but didn't offer a great deal of encouragement when failing to beat a rival at Ripon 15 days ago. Others are more persuasive.
Last in novice at Ripon on her debut; major improvement needed from this Cable Bay filly.
LTO Selection:

16:10 York Stakes (Class 2) 5f Race Class Flow

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

Bellarchi sets the standard following a career best at Carlisle earlier in the month, but she could be vulnerable to one with less experience and preference is for COOL RUN. The daughter of Profitable could not justify favouritism on debut at Thirsk, but that was an encouraging display and she is capable of better. Harvanna and Angel Shared are others with valid form claims, while Pearl Abbey is a noteworthy newcomer.

COOL RUN should have learned plenty from her encouraging debut at Thirsk last time and, with more to come, she's narrowly preferred to Angel Shared, who fits a similar mould. Bellarchi has an experience edge and merits respect.

Lots with chances but the Profitable filly COOL RUN is taken to build on a promising debut fifth at Thirsk and she gets the vote.


16:15 Cork Maiden 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (9) Mysteries (0.73/1 +64%)
Mysteries

0.73/1(+64%)
(9) Mysteries 0.73/1, Promising sort. Third of 9 in maiden at the Curragh (6f, good, 7/2) on debut 19 days ago, keeping on well. Stable having good spell. Open to improvement and one for the shortlist here.
7-2, lovely debut at the Curragh, late headway between horses to finish third of nine.
2
2nd (3) Clarita (11/1 -230%)
Clarita

11/1(-230%)
(3) Clarita 11/1, Foaled February 21. 38,000 gns foal, €70,000 yearling, Calyx filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 6f winner Dense Star. Colin Keane an eye-catching booking on debut so worth a precautionary market check for clues.
Calyx filly made E70,000 as a yearling; first home in Barrier Trial at Naas last month.
3
3rd (13) West Of Wichita (9/1 +44%)
West Of Wichita

9/1(+44%)
(13) West Of Wichita 9/1, Twice-raced filly. 14/1, 10 lengths twelfth of 13 to Porta Fortuna in Group 3 Fillies' Sprint Stakes at Naas (5.9f, good to firm) 26 days ago. Should be in the mix returned to calmer waters.
Promising fourth when fancied over 5f here but wasn't up to Pattern company at Naas.
4
4th (8) Moral Turpitude (14/1 +0%)
Moral Turpitude

14/1(+0%)
(8) Moral Turpitude 14/1, Twice-raced filly who took a step forward from debut when third of 9 in minor event at Tipperary (5f, good, 15/2) 17 days ago. Further progress likely and she's an each-way player here.
Fifth over 5f here; beaten further by winner Tiger Belle at Tipperary; may appreciate 6f.
5th
5th (1) Asian Daze (18/1 +73%)
Asian Daze

18/1(+73%)
(1) Asian Daze 18/1, Foaled March 31. Frontiersman filly. Dam dual bumper winner. This looks a sharp enough test on debut given pedigree and she's likely best watched.
First foal of dual bumper winner; looks yard second-string on jockey bookings.
6th
6th (2) Brilliant (4/1 -60%)
Brilliant

4/1(-60%)
(2) Brilliant 4/1, Foaled April 30. 650,000 gns yearling, Gleneagles filly. Half-sister to several winners, including very smart multiple Group 1 winner up to 1m Alcohol Free and useful 1m-9.5f winner Alexander James. Holds a Group 2 entry next month and she's very much a newcomer to note.
Gleneagles filly was 650,000gns yearling; half-sister top 6f-1m performer Alcohol Free.
7th
7th (10) Nakota (14/1 +58%)
Nakota

14/1(+58%)
(10) Nakota 14/1, Foaled January 25. €42,000 yearling, Sioux Nation filly. Half-sister to winners abroad by Fulbright and Ivawood. Dam unraced. Trainer going well.
Sioux Nation newcomer; E42,000 yearling; half-sister to 6f winners in Italy and Hungary.
8th
8th (7) Milliethemollie (40/1 -60%)
Milliethemollie

40/1(-60%)
(7) Milliethemollie 40/1, Foaled January 11. £24,000 yearling, Kodiac filly. Dam, 7f winner from 3 starts, half-sister to useful US 1m winner (including at 2 yrs) Jeremy's Legacy.
Kodiac filly out of 7f winner; 24,000GBP yearling but bought in at breeze-up sale in April.
9th
9th (5) Maple Star (100/1 -300%)
Maple Star

100/1(-300%)
(5) Maple Star 100/1, Foaled March 1. Cappella Sansevero filly. Dam, 6f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 1m (stayed 1¼m) Field Day out of useful 2-y-o 7f winner Naval Affair.
Homebred by Capella Sansevero; first foal of 6f winner at three for these connections.
10th
10th (11) Oak Allye (125/1 -89%)
Oak Allye

125/1(-89%)
(11) Oak Allye 125/1, Foaled February 6. Starspangledbanner filly. Dam unraced half-sister to Cheveley Park Stakes winner Rosdhu Queen out of useful French 2-y-o 7.5f/1m (Prix d'Aumale) winner Green Minstrel.
First foal of unraced half-sister to Cheveley Park winner Rosdhu Queen; yard second-string.
11th
11th (14) Zelosa (50/1 -257%)
Zelosa

50/1(-257%)
(14) Zelosa 50/1, Foaled January 14. €40,000 foal, £75,000 yearling, Acclamation filly. Half-sister to winner up to 1¼m Epic Pass. Dam 5f-1m winner.
Cost 75,000GBP as a yearling; entered in a Group 2 Irish Derby weekend;.
12th
12th (6) Marclaflo Diamond (20/1 +50%)
Marclaflo Diamond

20/1(+50%)
(6) Marclaflo Diamond 20/1, Foaled March 20. Ten Sovereigns filly. Half-sister to several winners, including smart winner up to 1m Tip Two Win and useful 2-y-o 7f winner Caragio. Dam 5f/6f winner.
Homebred half-sister to 4 winners notably Roger Teal's 2,000 Guineas runner-up Tip Two Win.
13th
13th (12) Stopitnowjulia (150/1 +0%)
Stopitnowjulia

150/1(+0%)
(12) Stopitnowjulia 150/1, Twice-raced filly. 100/1, tenth of 11 in maiden at Roscommon (7.2f, good) 15 days ago. Best watched.
Beaten less than 6l at this track over 5f before appearing not to stay 7f at Roscommon.
LTO Selection:

16:15 Cork Maiden 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Perhaps the three to focus on are BRILLIANT, Mysteries and Zelosa who all hold the same Group 2 entry for the Curragh next month. Aidan O'Brien takes the wraps off Brilliant who made 650,000 guineas at the Sales. She is related to multiple Group 1-winner Alcohol Free and looks to be one of the main protagonists here. Mysteries ran on well for third on debut over this trip in the Curragh. That experience will be a big help to her and improvement should be forthcoming. Sheila Lavery introduces Zelosa and it is reasonable to assume that she is showing up well on the gallops to have that Group 2 entry. West Of Wichita showed ability on her first start over 5f at this track. Moral Turpitude has shown dash on both starts. Johnny Murtagh's Nakota is another newcomer to note.

MYSTERIES was strong in the betting and showed plenty to work on when third in a 9-runner Curragh maiden (6f) 3 weeks ago, noted doing her best work at the finish. Sure to improve, she gets the nod to build on that and come out on top. Newcomer Brilliant makes plenty of appeal on paper for her powerful stable and she's also one to note. West of Wichita, returned to calmer waters, completes the shortlist.

Curragh third MYSTERIES is taken to make the most of an experience edge over fellow Group 2 entrants Brilliant and Zelosa


16:25 Sandown Handicap (Class 5) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Hat Toss (8/1 +33%)
Hat Toss

8/1(+33%)
(3) Hat Toss 8/1, Failed to trouble the judge in half-a-dozen starts for previous connections in Ireland but was just touched off in a first-time hood on yard debut at Haydock (1m, good to firm) in April. Another solid effort in defeat on the AW since and this trip could be ideal.
Placed on both starts for new stable this spring (1m/8.6f); drops back in trip here.
2
2nd (9) Zoukster (3.33/1 -90%)
Zoukster

3.33/1(-90%)
(9) Zoukster 3.33/1, Much-improved since being gelded/switched to handicaps, just touched off on the AW prior to bagging handicaps at Salisbury (6f) and Goodwood (7f), both on fast ground. Escapes a penalty for the latter and very much the one to beat with further progress likely.
Escapes a penalty for recent Goodwood win and is 6lb well in for this hat-trick attempt.
3
3rd (1) Senesi (3.5/1 +0%)
Senesi

3.5/1(+0%)
(1) Senesi 3.5/1, Shaped well all 3 starts on the AW prior to making a winning handicap/turf debut at Redcar (1m, good to soft) last month. Lost little caste in defeat when going down narrowly under a penalty on fast ground at Windsor a week later and she may well have more to offer.
Won in good style on last month's handicap debut and has since run a big race in defeat.
4
4th (6) Hello Arthur (20/1 +0%)
Hello Arthur

20/1(+0%)
(6) Hello Arthur 20/1, Safely held on return/turf debut at Leicester but conditions were testing that day and showed himself in a better light on fast ground when a close third in 7f Yarmouth handicap 15 days ago, finishing hot on the heals of the second-placed Taritino. Now blinkered and not without each-way hope.
Back in form when close third at Yarmouth this month; blinkers might aid his cause here.
5th
5th (8) Red Maids (33/1 -83%)
Red Maids

33/1(-83%)
(8) Red Maids 33/1, Failed to progress in 5 starts on the AW for the Gosdens last year. Subsequently sold for 18,000 gns and shaped well when failing by a whisker on yard/turf debut in a first-time tongue strap at Yarmouth (7f, good) but this looks more competitive.
Finished well to go close on seasonal/stable debut; this stiffer track ought to suit.
6th
6th (4) Leadenhall (4.5/1 +0%)
Leadenhall

4.5/1(+0%)
(4) Leadenhall 4.5/1, Made a promising start when a running-on fifth of 10 in a C&D novice last September but turned over at odds on both subsequent starts, including when dropped to 6f on return at Salisbury. Improvement needed back up in trip on this handicap debut with first-time blinkers applied.
Placed in 6f maiden on seasonal debut; back up in trip with blinkers on for handicap debut.
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7th (2) Taritino (12/1 -50%)
Taritino

12/1(-50%)
(2) Taritino 12/1, Won 7f Redcar novice on second start at 2 yrs and has resumed in good order this season, finishing sixth in a big-field Newmarket handicap on return prior to going close at Yarmouth (7f, good to firm) recently. 1 lb rise for that is fair and he's in with an each-way shout.
Ran game race from the front when close second at Yarmouth a fortnight ago; in the mix.
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8th (5) Bell Song (4.5/1 +63%)
Bell Song

4.5/1(+63%)
(5) Bell Song 4.5/1, Nearer last than first on sole 2-y-o start but has shown a fair level of ability in 3 starts this season, most recently finding just one too good on handicap bow at Chelmsford (7f). Likely to pick up a race soon enough but will need to up her game if she's to emerge on top here.
Second on recent handicap debut; needs to settle better on turf debut; still considered.
9th
9th (7) Overnight Oats (12/1 +57%)
Overnight Oats

12/1(+57%)
(7) Overnight Oats 12/1, Runner-up on a couple of occasions last season and respectable efforts in a couple of 6f handicaps this time round. Step up to 7f on this stiff track could be a good thing but he's 0-9 and others bring more progressive profiles to the party.
Both 6f runs last month were respectable and she's worth a go at 7f but others appeal more.
LTO Selection:

16:25 Sandown Handicap (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow

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

Leadenhall is noteworthy on his handicap debut off a workable mark and can go well if the first-time blinkers prompt some improvement, while last month's Redcar winner Senesi is respected given he was just denied by a neck under a penalty at Windsor 18 days ago, although a 3lb higher mark demands more. Nevertheless, the one that appeals most is BELL SONG, who has stacks of potential at this stage and could be hard to repel with another step forward. Zoukster is up in class but is also feared.

It's hard to escape the claims of ZOUKSTER, who has really clicked since switched to handicaps and the way he went about his business at Goodwood last week suggests that there is more to come. He escapes a penalty for that and is confidently expected to complete the hat-trick. Senesi is also going the right way and she is next on the list ahead of Hat Toss. There wasn't much between Taritino and Hello Arthur at Yarmouth recently and they are live each-way candidates, too.

This looks competitive for this grade. Preference is for SENESI, who has made a strong start to his handicap career.


16:35 Chepstow Handicap (Class 5) 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 (2) Matty Too (1.5/1 +8%)
Matty Too

1.5/1(+8%)
(2) Matty Too 1.5/1, Had just the one run for Ben Pauling and better than ever in a change of headgear when winning 7-runner handicap at Yarmouth (7f, good to firm, 9/2) 8 days ago. Carries penalty but may have more to offer.
Resumed winning ways at Yarmouth (7f) last week; looks tough to beat under a 5lb penalty..
2
2nd (4) Chifa (5.5/1 -10%)
Chifa

5.5/1(-10%)
(4) Chifa 5.5/1, Didn't need to improve to win 8-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 3/1) 35 days ago by ¾ length from Fieldsman. Up 4 lb back on turf but can boast an excellent strike rate at this level.
In a rich vein at Wolverhampton; raised 4lb since beating Fieldsman latest; shortlisted..
3
3rd (1) Macs Dilemma (2.5/1 +29%)
Macs Dilemma

2.5/1(+29%)
(1) Macs Dilemma 2.5/1, C&D winner. 7/2, sixth of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 6 days ago. That was disappointing having finished runner-up over 6f here prior to that.
Dual C&D winner; runner-up here (6f) penultimate; looks to be high enough in the weights..
4
4th (5) Diamond Cottage (8/1 -7%)
Diamond Cottage

8/1(-7%)
(5) Diamond Cottage 8/1, C&D winner. 2 wins from 5 runs this year. Didn't need to improve to win 11-runner handicap (4/1) at Brighton (7f, good to firm) 24 days ago, all out.
Dual course winner (6f-7f); game Brighton winner latest; chance from a 2lb higher mark..
5th
5th (3) Marayel (33/1 -106%)
Marayel

33/1(-106%)
(3) Marayel 33/1, Has been around the block and remains a maiden. Looked in need of the experience on return to action at Nottingham 17 days ago and this will reveal more. Hood on first time.
Maiden (0-10); a hood is newly applied, so could fare better than at Nottingham (8.5f)..
6th
6th (6) Fieldsman (7/1 +0%)
Fieldsman

7/1(+0%)
(6) Fieldsman 7/1, C&D winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 4/1, creditable second of 6 in handicap at Brighton (8f, good to firm) 17 days ago. This is a slightly deeper race but this veteran is likely to give his running.
Admirable veteran; in fine fettle lately; hasn't much to find with Chifa & Diamond Cottage.
LTO Selection:

16:35 Chepstow Handicap (Class 5) 7f Race Class Flow

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

Matty Too took advantage of a drop in the ratings when winning in fine style at Yarmouth eight days ago and, assuming the visor has the same effect, another big run is expected, despite his 5lb penalty. However, he now requires a career best and is taken on with the dual-course winner DIAMOND COTTAGE, who also arrives on the back of a win, but appeals more of just 2lb higher. Chifa has course experience and is also considered.

MATTY TOO was better than ever when making a winning start for Ed Dunlop at Yarmouth last week, and with an excellent apprentice taking over, he can make light of his penalty. Macs Dilemma has an excellent record here and is feared most, with Diamond Cottage another to consider.

Last week's visored Yarmouth winner MATTY TOO (nap) appears nicely treated under a 5lb penalty. He can make it 2-2 for Ed Dunlop.


16:45 York Handicap (Class 3) 7f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (11) Another Investment (4.5/1 +10%)
Another Investment

4.5/1(+10%)
(11) Another Investment 4.5/1, Course winner as a juvenile who produced easily his best effort of the campaign when third in a C&D handicap last month (Titan Rock second). Sent off favourite but just a fair fifth behind Doctor Khans Junior and Motagally back here.
Two good C&D runs last month; should be in the thick of the action again.
2
2nd (9) No Nay Nicki (8.5/1 -13%)
No Nay Nicki

8.5/1(-13%)
(9) No Nay Nicki 8.5/1, Always on the back foot on C&D reappearance in May and also excuses for subsequent run at Musselburgh. Eased further 2 lb and she looks interesting for in-form yard.
Dropped 4lb in her two runs this year; better expected granted a good pace to aim at.
3
3rd (7) Riot (7/1 -40%)
Riot

7/1(-40%)
(7) Riot 7/1, Snapped a long losing run in 4-runner Chelmsford handicap (7f) on reappearance in May and backed that up when fifth in 20-runner C7D handicap, held when wandering entering final 1f. Denied a clear run at Epsom but still finished fifth so needs treating as though still in top form.
In good order this season and no obvious reason why he wouldn't give another good account.
4
4th (16) Doctor Khan Junior (3.5/1 +13%)
Doctor Khan Junior

3.5/1(+13%)
(16) Doctor Khan Junior 3.5/1, Little to shout about first 4 starts but totally different proposition equipped with a visor, supplementing his Newcastle success in a big-field C&D contest 3 weeks ago, having several of these behind him. Well bred and limit may not have been reached.
2-2 since the visor went on and he was a cosy winner over C&D latest; still more to come.
5th
5th (10) Quest For Fun (25/1 +0%)
Quest For Fun

25/1(+0%)
(10) Quest For Fun 25/1, Two 6f wins for Julie Camacho last year. Ignored in the betting and looked in need of the run when mid-field in a C&D contest last month. Tongue tie on and should run closer to form this time.
Two 6f wins for J Camacho last year; didn't get home over C&D on stable debut; tongue tied.
6th
6th (1) Royal Pleasure (22/1 -57%)
Royal Pleasure

22/1(-57%)
(1) Royal Pleasure 22/1, Largely consistent last winter and produced a career best when scoring at Chelmsford in February 2022. Didn't kick on as may have been expected last year and having left Sir Mark Prescott, he looked a shade rusty on reappearance 3 weeks ago. Hood off.
Sharper for recent stable debut/return; could have a big run in him.
7th
7th (15) Mobashr (20/1 -11%)
Mobashr

20/1(-11%)
(15) Mobashr 20/1, New connections yet to fully find the key to him but he wasn't beaten far from his career-low mark back on turd over 1m a month ago, despite being slowly away. Yard in much better form now.
Return of a hood coincided with a better effort at Thirsk last month; yard going well.
8th
8th (8) Equiano Springs (20/1 +9%)
Equiano Springs

20/1(+9%)
(8) Equiano Springs 20/1, Won twice last year and left couple of low-key comeback runs over 6f behind when fourth over 7f at Haydock 3 weeks ago. 1 lb ease puts him on his last winning mark.
Ran well over this trip at Haydock last month; suspicion others will prove stronger.
9th
9th (5) Billyb (10/1 +29%)
Billyb

10/1(+29%)
(5) Billyb 10/1, Ended 2022 with an AW win over 1m but yet to get going this year, brushed aside at Musselburgh a fortnight ago.
Not discovered last season's sparkle yet in 2023; back to winning mark; P Mulrennan booked.
10th
10th (4) Tuscan (40/1 -33%)
Tuscan

40/1(-33%)
(4) Tuscan 40/1, Ended time with Charles Hills in disappointing fashion and new yard yet to find the key to him.
Yet to fire for current yard; down in weights but with too much to prove for comfort.
11th
11th (12) Streak Lightning (14/1 +0%)
Streak Lightning

14/1(+0%)
(12) Streak Lightning 14/1, Has won twice at Newcastle for current connections and shaped well having been gambled on there (7f) last month, caught both further back than ideal and furthest away from the pair that beat him. Better than result back on turf at Doncaster and he's a major player.
Better known as an AW performer but he ran quite nicely over 6f on turf latest; chance.
12th
12th (6) Dirtyoldtown (20/1 +43%)
Dirtyoldtown

20/1(+43%)
(6) Dirtyoldtown 20/1, Fairly useful performer on his day but he didn't prove the easiest to predict last season. Reappearance effort in the Spring Mile easy to excuse but harder to ignore subsequent Musselburgh run when racing freely. Blinkers omitted.
Two heavy defeats this year but of interest on a couple of runs from last year.
13th
13th (14) Seven Brothers (40/1 +20%)
Seven Brothers

40/1(+20%)
(14) Seven Brothers 40/1, No impact both starts this spring but latest C&D run isn't a race to judge him harshly on and he's been eased a further 3 lb.
On a good mark but he's yet to get going this season; one of three runners for the yard.
14th
14th (2) Lord Of The Lodge (14/1 -27%)
Lord Of The Lodge

14/1(-27%)
(2) Lord Of The Lodge 14/1, Smart AW performer and best turf run for a long time when fourth of 19 in a C&D handicap 3 weeks ago. Eased further 2 lb so dangerous if building on that.
Dangerous mark on turf and ran well here last month; not ideally drawn for a front-runner.
15th
15th (13) Motagally (14/1 -17%)
Motagally

14/1(-17%)
(13) Motagally 14/1, All 5 career victories gained at sprint trips but dropped a long way in the weights and took a big step in the right direction when runner-up to Doctor Khan Junior over C&D. Dwelt at the stalls on that occasion, too, so he's on the shortlist.
Good second over C&D last month; runs off the same mark here; one to consider.
16th
16th (3) Titan Rock (10/1 +0%)
Titan Rock

10/1(+0%)
(3) Titan Rock 10/1, Resumed winning ways in 10-runner Wolverhampton handicap (7f) in March which has proven strong form for the grade and did his bit for it with a close second to well-backed one over C&D last month. Shade disappointing turned out a week later back here latest, though.
Good chance on his penultimate start; less good here three weeks ago; needs a revival.
LTO Selection:

16:45 York Handicap (Class 3) 7f Race Class Flow

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

The key to this race looks to be the recent clash over C&D between Doctor Khan Junior (first) and MOTAGALLY (second), with the latter taken to come out on top this time around. Scott Dixon's charge is 3lb better off for that one-length defeat, and he may be able to end a losing streak dating back to September 2020. Another Investment has performed well over C&D the last twice and he must enter calculations, along with the class-dropping Lord Of The Lodge.

Any number to consider, with STREAK LIGHTNING awarded the vote having shaped better than the result all 3 starts following a taking win at Newcastle from 3 lb lower. There's plenty of collateral C&D form on offer, with Doctor Khan Junior and Motagally of serious interest again, with No Nay Nicki completing the shortlist.

Competitive fare. STREAK LIGHTNING is still capable of useful form on his day and is marginally preferred to Doctor Khan Junior.


16:50 Cork Maiden 5f - 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 (8) Son Of Sampers (2.25/1 +10%)
Son Of Sampers

2.25/1(+10%)
(8) Son Of Sampers 2.25/1, Showed improved form when second of 6 in maiden at Tipperary (5f, good) 17 days ago. Stable having good spell. Another bold bid expected.
Only beaten 3l in C&D h'cap before going close in 5f maiden at Tipperary; good chance.
2
2nd (6) Jacks Gold (16/1 -129%)
Jacks Gold

16/1(-129%)
(6) Jacks Gold 16/1, Galileo Gold gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including smart 5f winner Lightscameraction and useful winner up to 6f Fast Track. Dam 2-y-o 5f-6f winner. Wears cheekpieces.
Half-brother to seven winners including some useful sprinters; headgear on for debut.
3
3rd (10) Smullen's Pride (4/1 -20%)
Smullen's Pride

4/1(-20%)
(10) Smullen's Pride 4/1, Lightly-raced filly. 13/8, creditable sixth of 13 in maiden at Dundalk (6f). Off 6 months but drop back to minimum trip looks a good move.
Disappointing favourite over 6f when last seen on AW but placed twice over 5f before that.
4
4th (7) On Our Radar (7.5/1 -88%)
On Our Radar

7.5/1(-88%)
(7) On Our Radar 7.5/1, Thrice-raced gelding who wasn't seen to best effect when second of 11 in maiden at Dundalk (5f) in February, racing unfavoured side. Off 135 days/has been gelded.
Runner-up over 6f, and closer second over 5f, at Dundalk early in the year; gelded since.
5th
5th (1) Different Look (66/1 -313%)
Different Look

66/1(-313%)
(1) Different Look 66/1, Twice-raced filly. Tongue strap on for 1st time, sixth of 9 in maiden (16/1) at Newcastle (6f), unable to sustain effort. Off 19 months. First run for yard after leaving Kevin Ryan.
Sister to smart sprinter Different League but didn't show much at two for Richard Fahey.
6th
6th (2) Giocoso (125/1 -213%)
Giocoso

125/1(-213%)
(2) Giocoso 125/1, Twice-raced filly. 150/1, twelfth of 13 in maiden at the Curragh (6f, good to soft) 21 days ago.
Shown little and third-string for yard with two leading contenders; handicapped after this.
7th
7th (4) Blue News (4.5/1 +50%)
Blue News

4.5/1(+50%)
(4) Blue News 4.5/1, Fair gelding. Remains a maiden after 12 Flat runs. Good second of 7 in maiden (7/4) at the Curragh (6.3f, good) 9 days ago. Down in trip and can give another good account.
Ran well over C&D on debut but his four second place finishes have come over further.
8th
8th (5) Cristo Redentor (50/1 -52%)
Cristo Redentor

50/1(-52%)
(5) Cristo Redentor 50/1, Thrice-raced gelding. Seventh of 8 in claimer at Gowran (8f, soft, 11/1) 37 days ago. Significantly down in trip. Blinkered for 1st time.
Well beaten after racing prominently over 7f/1m; drop to 5f and blinkers may help.
9th
9th (9) Eurielle (2.75/1 +50%)
Eurielle

2.75/1(+50%)
(9) Eurielle 2.75/1, Once-raced filly. 9/2, sixth of 15 in maiden at Limerick (7f, soft) on debut 55 days ago. Down in trip.
Speedily bred and only 9-2 on debut when not seeing out 7f on easy ground at Limerick.
10th
10th (3) Ms Jeffers (100/1 -150%)
Ms Jeffers

100/1(-150%)
(3) Ms Jeffers 100/1, 40/1, last of 9 in maiden at Dundalk (6f) on debut. Off 22 months. Tongue strap on for 1st time.
Yard won couple of sprints with half-sister; showed nothing on debut at two; tongue-tie.
LTO Selection:

16:50 Cork Maiden 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

SON OF SAMPERS showed improvement when beaten a neck into second over the same trip in Tipperary, so he is a big player here. Andrew Slattery holds a strong hand as he runs both On Our Radar and Blue News. There could be more to come from On Our Radar who has posted two runner-up finishes on the Polytrack in Dundalk. This is his turf debut. Blue News has plenty of experience to call upon with six placed efforts from 12 appearances. Eurielle was a market springer on debut at Limerick, but came home sixth. She could improve for better ground. Smullen's Pride is coming off a break, but has pace in her armoury. Jacks Gold is a nicely-bred sort and his trainer is well able to saddle a winning sprinter.

SON OF SAMPERS ran his best race when runner-up at Tipperary 17 days ago and a reproduction of that form could be good enough to see him go one better here. Smullen's Pride lacks a recent run but will be suited by a return to the minimum trip, while Blue News seems sure to be on the premises again

Both On Our Radar and Son Of Sampers are noted but SMULLEN'S PRIDE, who ran well on debut last term, can strike first time out


17:00 Sandown Handicap (Class 5) 14f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Lionella (6.5/1 -44%)
Lionella

6.5/1(-44%)
(4) Lionella 6.5/1, Creditable efforts in 1½m handicaps at Lingfield and Salisbury since returning to action in April. This stiffer test will almost certainly be in her favour but will need to up her game a notch if she's to open her account.
Plenty in both 1m4f placings which suggested that this extra 2f will suit her well.
2
2nd (1) Lady Rascal (5/1 -11%)
Lady Rascal

5/1(-11%)
(1) Lady Rascal 5/1, Raised her game when landing a 6-runner minor event at Salisbury (1¼m, good to firm) last month. Modest gallop didn't do her any favours when failing to land the odds upped to a 1½m in a Thirsk handicap next time and this further increase in trip looks a good move.
Second when upped to 1m4f at Thirsk; 1m6f is plausible given that display and her sire.
3
3rd (2) Cinnodin (5/1 -122%)
Cinnodin

5/1(-122%)
(2) Cinnodin 5/1, Didn't show much in 3 starts on the AW in 2022 but has looked a different proposition this season, winning 3 of his 4 starts in handicaps, the latest a 4-runner affair over this C&D. 5 lb rise doesn't look harsh and couldn't rule out, for all that more is certainly needed.
1121 in handicaps, over 1m6f switched to turf (good to soft) last twice; strong on stamina.
4
4th (3) Fair Dinkum (2.75/1 +45%)
Fair Dinkum

2.75/1(+45%)
(3) Fair Dinkum 2.75/1, Posted his best effort yet upped to this trip when chasing home an improver from the Sir Mark Prescott yard at Redcar (good to firm). More than capable of winning a race or two on that evidence and should make his presence felt here with Oisin Murphy up.
Second of ten in maiden handicap at Redcar (1m6f, good to firm) last time.
5th
5th (5) Trooper Bisdee (1.5/1 +40%)
Trooper Bisdee

1.5/1(+40%)
(5) Trooper Bisdee 1.5/1, Left 2-y-o form well behind when making a winning return/handicap debut upped to 11.5f at Yarmouth (good to firm) recently. 3 lb rise almost certainly underestimates him and appeals as the type to remain a step ahead of the handicapper for some time yet.
Up in trip and more in the tank, so good chance he'll go in again for in-form yard.
LTO Selection:

17:00 Sandown Handicap (Class 5) 14f Race Class Flow

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

TROOPER BISDEE might have seen his advantage whittled away in the closing stages when he won at Yarmouth on his handicap debut last month, but he is entitled to be sharper for the run and looks a typically progressive staying handicapper from Sir Mark Prescott's yard. He is a brother to Captain House, who won over 2m for the yard on the all-weather last year, so today's longer trip is likely to suit. C&D winner Cinnodin is feared most, with Fair Dinkum also considered.

TROOPER BISDEE has the look of yet another Sir Mark Prescott-trained 3-y-o who will run up a sequence in staying handicaps. Indeed, he stll looked raw when making a successful reappearance at Yarmouth and this further step up in trip is pretty much guaranteed to be the catalyst for further improvement. Lady Rascal also shapes as though this stiffer test will be in her favour and she is second choice ahead of Fair Dinkum.

It's an interesting field containing plenty of potential but TROOPER BISDEE looks capable of the most improvement.


17:05 Fairyhouse Maiden 6f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Ms Brightside (5.5/1 -100%)
Ms Brightside

5.5/1(-100%)
(4) Ms Brightside 5.5/1, Foaled January 18. Magna Grecia filly. Dam, German 2-y-o 5f winner, half-sister to smart French/German 6.5f-7.5f winner Ross out of useful German winner up to 1m Ronja.
A 10,000Euros buyback as a 2yo but won a recent Naas barrier trial; respected.
2
2nd (11) Byzantine Empress (9/1 +25%)
Byzantine Empress

9/1(+25%)
(11) Byzantine Empress 9/1, Thrice-raced filly. Third of 14 in maiden at Listowel (6.3f, good to soft, 16/1) 13 days ago. Place possibilities.
Hasn't really progressed from her Dundalk debut effort but has a nice racing weight.
3
3rd (12) Kandoo (8/1 -60%)
Kandoo

8/1(-60%)
(12) Kandoo 8/1, Thrice-raced filly. Third of 12 in maiden at Navan (5.8f, soft, 40/1) 34 days ago. Leading claims.
Third to a subsequent Group 3 winner last time on soft; major chance if handling this.
4
4th (2) Miss Black Jack (6.5/1 +35%)
Miss Black Jack

6.5/1(+35%)
(2) Miss Black Jack 6.5/1, Once-raced filly. Fifth of 9 in maiden (16/1) at the Curragh (6f, good) on debut 19 days ago. Should improve.
Should have improved from debut; no easy task giving weight to all bar one of her rivals.
5th
5th (1) Transcending Glory (7.5/1 +66%)
Transcending Glory

7.5/1(+66%)
(1) Transcending Glory 7.5/1, Once-raced colt. Eleventh of 17 in maiden at the Curragh (6f, good to soft, 22/1) on debut 21 days ago. Yard having good spell.
Will have to improve plenty from debut giving weight to all his rivals today.
6th
6th (8) Marvellous Lady (33/1 -32%)
Marvellous Lady

33/1(-32%)
(8) Marvellous Lady 33/1, Foaled March 20. €32,000 foal, £32,000 yearling, Advertise filly. Dam, runner-up at 1m, half-sister to smart winner up to 1¼m Alhaban.
A GBP20,000 vendor buyback as a 2yo; fourth in a recent Naas barrier trial; could run well.
7th
7th (6) Janzoor (25/1 +11%)
Janzoor

25/1(+11%)
(6) Janzoor 25/1, 9,000 gns foal, €18,000 yearling. Likely to come on for the run.
Second in a barrier trial at Naas; by a first-crop sire who has produced winners; noted.
8th
8th (5) Duplantis (14/1 -65%)
Duplantis

14/1(-65%)
(5) Duplantis 14/1, Once-raced colt. Fifth of 9 in maiden at this C&D (good to firm, 7/1) on debut 7 days ago, not ideally placed. Open to progress.
Bumped at the start but made no impression in a C&D maiden a week ago.
9th
9th (13) Kiki Roberts (18/1 +45%)
Kiki Roberts

18/1(+45%)
(13) Kiki Roberts 18/1, Foaled May 2. €5,500 yearling, Elzaam filly. Dam maiden sister to useful US 1m/9f winner Tattenham and half-sister to useful 1m-1½m winner Evident Pride.
Cost 5,500Euros as a yearling; not a lot of appeal unless market support.
10th
10th (9) High Morale (3/1 +14%)
High Morale

3/1(+14%)
(9) High Morale 3/1, Twice-raced colt. 4/1, third of 11 in maiden at Roscommon (7.2f, good) 15 days ago. Stable in good form.
Has to resume progress but chance if doing so now dropped in trip.
11th
11th (3) Dandy Sands (11/1 -10%)
Dandy Sands

11/1(-10%)
(3) Dandy Sands 11/1, Foaled April 5. €30,000 yearling, Dandy Man colt. Half-brother to winner up to 11f Sens of Emperor. Dam, 1½m winner, half-sister to smart 1m/8.5f winner Fortify. Stable having good spell.
30,000Euros yearling is by a solid sprinting sire but looks the stable's second-string.
12th
12th (10) Butterfly Bush (18/1 +36%)
Butterfly Bush

18/1(+36%)
(10) Butterfly Bush 18/1, Foaled February 14. €25,000 yearling, Kessaar filly. Dam, maiden (stayed 1m), out of smart 9.5f/1¼m winner Caponata. Will probably find a few too good.
A 25,000Euros yearling is worth a market check.
13th
13th (7) Inawe (40/1 -21%)
Inawe

40/1(-21%)
(7) Inawe 40/1, Foaled April 20. €31,000 yearling, Exceed And Excel filly. Watch the betting for clues.
Unsold for 32,000Gns as a 2yo; by a top sire and of some interest.
LTO Selection:

17:05 Fairyhouse Maiden 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

KANDOO has plenty in her favour provided the daughter of Kessaar handles the faster ground. The form of her Navan third has been well advertised by the winner subsequently but the obvious concern is that the race was run on soft. From a low draw, the Jack Davison-trained filly should be able to get a prominent early position around this tight track. High Morale has reached the frame on both his starts to date but doesn't seem an obvious one to drop back in trip. Perhaps, from his draw, he will go forward and try turn this into a test of stamina. Byzantine Express, who ran a big race at Listowel earlier this month, has plenty experience and should be capable of reaching the placings at the very least.

There were more encouraging signs from KANDOO at Navan last time and she could be the answer. High Morale is feared most, though there are several others likely to take hand in the finish, too, notably Miss Black Jack and Duplantis.

Though he was disappointing on second start at Roscommon last time, HIGH MORALE should be suited by dropping to this trip.


17:10 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) Kenstone (7/1 +0%)
Kenstone

7/1(+0%)
(6) Kenstone 7/1, C&D winner. 7/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) in March, weakening over 1f out. Absent since but he returns with yard amongst the winners and booking of Billy Loughnane is an eye-catching one from his much-reduced mark.
Veteran; no win since early 2022 (7f AW, selling handicap); no issue with this C&D (1428)..
2
2nd (8) Millicent (3.5/1 -5%)
Millicent

3.5/1(-5%)
(8) Millicent 3.5/1, Boasts just the one victory from 20 starts but she comes here having ran best race of present campaign when third at Nottingham (8.3f) 12 days ago, that despite operating from 5 lb out of the weights. Player with a repeat.
No issue with conditions; ran well from 5lb out of the handicap at Nottingham; contender..
3
3rd (1) Red Evelyn (3.33/1 +33%)
Red Evelyn

3.33/1(+33%)
(1) Red Evelyn 3.33/1, 2 wins from 6 runs this year. 8/1, good second of 8 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, firm) 9 days ago, having run of race. First run for yard after leaving Simon Pearce and she's not out of things in present groove.
Runner-up in reapplied cheekpieces at Nottingham (8.5f) last week; first run for J Butler..
4
4th (2) Letter Of The Law (3.5/1 -5%)
Letter Of The Law

3.5/1(-5%)
(2) Letter Of The Law 3.5/1, Latest win at Brighton in May. Creditable second of 7 in handicap back at that venue (9.9f, good to firm, 4/1) 17 days ago. Not taken lightly.
Consistent in this grade in recent weeks (122); trip and ground versatile; merits respect..
5th
5th (5) Bawaader (12/1 +45%)
Bawaader

12/1(+45%)
(5) Bawaader 12/1, Latest win at Chelmsford City in January. 20/1, below form seventh of 14 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft) 70 days ago. Others more persuasive with hood refitted.
Less proficient since winning back-to-back races on the AW in January (1m); 1-14 on turf..
6th
6th (9) Moorgate (125/1 -89%)
Moorgate

125/1(-89%)
(9) Moorgate 125/1, Lightly-raced maiden on Flat. Last of 6 in handicap at Brighton (8f, good to firm, 150/1) 17 days ago, beaten 2f out. Cheekpieces on for 1st time here but he's hard to warm to.
Eight-race maiden; very difficult to consider from 4lb 'wrong'; cheekpieces newly applied..
7th
7th (4) Romanovich (3.33/1 -11%)
Romanovich

3.33/1(-11%)
(4) Romanovich 3.33/1, Confirmed previous promise when off the mark in first-time cheekpieces here (7f) on penultimate start in May. Respectable third on back of small rise in weights at Brighton (8f, good to firm, 2/1) 17 days ago and entitled to be thereabouts again.
Off the mark in first-time cheekpieces here (7f) penultimate; fair third at Brighton since.
8th
8th (7) Sous Surveillance (40/1 +0%)
Sous Surveillance

40/1(+0%)
(7) Sous Surveillance 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden on Flat. 66/1 and hooded for 1st time, eleventh of 14 in handicap hurdle at Plumpton (15.9f, good to firm) 33 days ago. Betting may prove useful making first start in this sphere for present yard.
Hasn't shown much either on the Flat or latterly over hurdles; the case isn't compelling..
9th
9th (3) Zandora (50/1 -79%)
Zandora

50/1(-79%)
(3) Zandora 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Seventh of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 25/1) 11 days ago, slowly away and always behind. More needed.
Hasn't shown a great deal of ability yet (0-5); slowly away at Wolverhampton (7f) latest..
LTO Selection:

17:10 Chepstow Handicap (Class 6) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Red Evelyn and Letter Of The Law both have a lot going for them but they are creeping up in the ratings and neither look solid on these terms. Therefore, it could pay to side with ROMANOVICH, who still has low mileage for a four-year-old and, off just 2lb higher than his victory over 7f here last month, he looks a potential improver. Millicent also has something to offer and is feared most from the rest.

MILLICENT isn't the most consistent but she signalled a clear return to form despite operating from out of the weights when third at Nottingham 12 days ago and, now from her correct mark, could be worth chancing to back that up now. Veteran Kenstone is also interesting back from a break with his yard in good order, whilst the John O'Shea trained-pair Letter of The Law and Romanovich could also play a part.

John O'Shea is doubly represented. However, with Kieran O'Neill retaining the mount, the suggestion is the 6yo mare MILLICENT.


17:15 Aintree Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 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 (7) Charlie My Boy (1.88/1 +37%)
Charlie My Boy

1.88/1(+37%)
(7) Charlie My Boy 1.88/1, Big improver over hurdles for this yard, off the mark in 18.5f Newton Abbot novice handicap a fortnight ago under this rider, untidy last but kept up to his work. Can go well again up 4 lb.
2
2nd (1) Copper Beach (1.88/1 +25%)
Copper Beach

1.88/1(+25%)
(1) Copper Beach 1.88/1, Much improved as he shed his maiden tag in runaway style in Uttoxeter handicap over this trip last week, drawing clear 2 out. Good conditional up and strong claims under penalty.
3
3rd (4) Split The Bill (7.5/1 +25%)
Split The Bill

7.5/1(+25%)
(4) Split The Bill 7.5/1, Fair maiden hurdler for Micky Hammond, his best effort coming over this trip. New yard reach for a tongue tie and he's not without interest.
4
4th (6) Fandabidozi (14/1 -100%)
Fandabidozi

14/1(-100%)
(6) Fandabidozi 14/1, Modest stayer on the Flat. Positive start over hurdles under this rider, collared close home at Huntingdon (2m) last time. Not out of it now handicapping back up in trip.
5th
5th (9) Living's Boy An Co (40/1 -60%)
Living's Boy An Co

40/1(-60%)
(9) Living's Boy An Co 40/1, Off the mark in emphatic fashion over fences at Market Rasen (19f) in October but little to write home about in 3 runs since and this looks tough.
6th
6th (8) Clapton Hill (5.5/1 +8%)
Clapton Hill

5.5/1(+8%)
(8) Clapton Hill 5.5/1, Suspect he hasn't shown all he's capable of and it was an encouraging comeback at Ffos Las over this trip 3 weeks ago. Rider has been among the winners and can take off 6 lb here. Interesting.
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7th (3) Gilbertina (10/1 +17%)
Gilbertina

10/1(+17%)
(3) Gilbertina 10/1, Improved with a rallying success on return at Market Rasen on Boxing Day and good efforts at Doncaster next 2 starts. Poor at Huntingdon 10 weeks ago though and upped in trip back from a break now.
8th
8th (2) Wicklow Flyer (100/1 -100%)
Wicklow Flyer

100/1(-100%)
(2) Wicklow Flyer 100/1, Fair winning hurdler in Ireland, landing a Bellewstown claimer on final start for Gordon Elliott in August. However, has shown little since (2 runs for different yard in Ireland, and then for this stable at Cartmel 3 weeks ago). All to prove.
LTO Selection:

17:15 Aintree Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 20f Race Class Flow

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

COPPER BEACH found the step up in trip to 2m4f to his liking when romping home by 13 lengths at Uttoxeter last Thursday, and a 7lb penalty may not be enough to prevent him from completing a double. Charlie My Boy also gained a breakthrough success last time at Newton Abbot and the gelding is dangerous to discount off only 4lb higher. Clapton Hill offered something to work with after finishing fourth at Ffos Las and is another to bear in mind.

COPPER BEACH opened his account in taking style at Uttoxeter last week and is taken to follow up under a penalty. Charlie My Boy got off the mark himself last time at Newton Abbot and can go well again. Fandabidozi is also considered.

This doesn't look the strongest of races and recent Uttoxeter winner COPPER BEACH (nap) is taken to follow up with his penalty.


17:21 York Handicap (Class 4) 14f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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

5/1(+0%)
(1) Diamond Bay 5/1, Made a creditable return to turf when third of 11 over 2m at Goodwood (good to firm) 3 weeks ago. No reason he won't give his running again.
Better strike-rate on AW but made a sound return to turf when third at Goodwood last month.
2
2nd (6) State Legend (14/1 +13%)
State Legend

14/1(+13%)
(6) State Legend 14/1, Successful 3 times at up to 1½mfor James Ferguson last year. Only minor promise in juvenile/novice hurdles for new yard and no significant impact back on the Flat this spring.
Triple winner for previous yard but hard to get too excited by his efforts for this stable.
3
3rd (2) Wor Willie (4.5/1 +25%)
Wor Willie

4.5/1(+25%)
(2) Wor Willie 4.5/1, Three wins in 2022 and returned to finish a respectable fourth at Doncaster (1½m) 14 days ago. May come on for the run. Not discounted.
Three wins last year; should be spot on for this after decent reappearance run 14 days ago.
4
4th (3) Balhambar (2/1 +27%)
Balhambar

2/1(+27%)
(3) Balhambar 2/1, Lightly-raced winner. Respectable third of 9 in handicap (11/4) at Kempton (1½m) on reappearance 23 days ago. Unexposed type who may yet have more to offer.
Lightly raced; returned from absence to finish third on AW recently; can build on that now.
5th
5th (4) Ravenscraig Castle (2.25/1 +32%)
Ravenscraig Castle

2.25/1(+32%)
(4) Ravenscraig Castle 2.25/1, Useful sort at his best and has recorded creditable in-frame efforts in competitive Sky Bet Sunday Series handicaps at Musselburgh and Hamilton this spring. Big player with Mark Winn taking 5 lb off.
No win since 2021 but two good in-frame efforts this spring; Winn takes handy 5lb off.
6th
6th (7) Cubana Habana (18/1 -80%)
Cubana Habana

18/1(-80%)
(7) Cubana Habana 18/1, Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap (16/1) at Pontefract (1½m, good) 21 days ago. Longer trip worth a go.
Staying on when hampered over 1m4f at Pontefract latest; first attempt at this trip.
LTO Selection:

17:21 York Handicap (Class 4) 14f Race Class Flow

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

BALHAMBAR is reunited with Richard Kingscote, who was in the saddle when the gelding won his maiden at Chepstow last May, and having faced stiffer tests in two handicaps since, this drop in class could prove to be vital. Wor Willie was only fourth in this last year, so Diamond Bay may pose more of a threat following a promising performance over 2m at Goodwood three weeks ago.

RAVENSCRAIG CASTLE's 2 in-frame efforts this spring represent solid form and he can get back to winning ways with Mark Winn taking a useful 5 lb off. The low-mileage Balhambar is second choice ahead of Wor Willie.

Sir Michael Stoute's unexposed 4yo BALHAMBAR is entitled to strip fitter for his recent comeback run at Kempton and gets the nod.


17:25 Cork Handicap 5f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

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

6/1(-50%)
(6) Running Cool 6/1, Career best when winning 10-runner maiden at Fairyhouse (6f, good, 10/3) 15 days ago, always holding on. Makes handicap debut.
Made all in 6f maiden at Fairyhouse and interesting to see how he fares on first try at 5f.
2
2nd (8) Mount Ruapehu (18/1 +55%)
Mount Ruapehu

18/1(+55%)
(8) Mount Ruapehu 18/1, C&D winner. 7/1, 7¾ lengths last of 10 to Not Too Real Bad in handicap at this C&D (good) 30 days ago, finding little. Bounce back called for.
C&D maiden winner at two but well beaten in first two handicaps this term; has been gelded.
3
3rd (3) Curraheen Princess (7/1 +50%)
Curraheen Princess

7/1(+50%)
(3) Curraheen Princess 7/1, Six wins from 22 Flat runs. Fifth of 7 in handicap at Navan (5f, good to soft, 11/2) 5 days ago.
Consistent and progressive last two seasons but struggling to recapture form this term.
4
4th (10) Not Too Real Bad (8/1 +0%)
Not Too Real Bad

8/1(+0%)
(10) Not Too Real Bad 8/1, C&D winner. 2 wins from 5 runs this year. Latest win here in May. 13/2, eighth of 9 in handicap at the Curragh (5f, good) 9 days ago.
Won C&D handicap last month and race didn't really work out for her when eighth at Curragh.
5th
5th (7) Parting Glass (2.5/1 +17%)
Parting Glass

2.5/1(+17%)
(7) Parting Glass 2.5/1, Tongue strap on for first time, won 18-runner maiden (9/4) at Navan (5f, soft) 34 days ago, driven clear. Booking of Keane a plus. Makes handicap debut with prospect of more to come.
Off the mark in Tipperary maiden and Keane rarely rides for this yard; all form on soft.
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6th (5) Gabriella's Spirit (4/1 +56%)
Gabriella's Spirit

4/1(+56%)
(5) Gabriella's Spirit 4/1, First run since leaving Eric Alston when tongue strap on for first time, career best when winning 15-runner handicap at Tipperary (5f, good, 10/1) 17 days ago by 2¼ lengths from Hallowed Time, soon clear. More to come.
Beat 14 rivals on Irish/seasonal debut at Tipperary but was on the fastest strip of ground.
7th
7th (2) Only Spoofing (14/1 -75%)
Only Spoofing

14/1(-75%)
(2) Only Spoofing 14/1, Fourth of 7 in handicap at Navan (5f, good to soft, 9/2) 5 days ago. Lurks on a dangerous mark if he can bounce back.
Kept at it well when fourth at Navan and handicapped to win again; relishes fast ground.
8th
8th (1) Primo Uomo (28/1 -180%)
Primo Uomo

28/1(-180%)
(1) Primo Uomo 28/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Dundalk in December. 7/1, creditable third of 7 in handicap at Dundalk (5f). Off 112 days. First run for yard after leaving G. O'Leary and he's slightly lower in the weights over turf.
Excellent record fresh and in fine form on AW over the winter so can't be discounted.
9th
9th (11) Sam's Xpress (25/1 +0%)
Sam's Xpress

25/1(+0%)
(11) Sam's Xpress 25/1, Latest win at Dundalk in March. Bit below form sixth of 10 in handicap (9/2) at Tipperary (5f, good) 17 days ago, ridden too aggressively. Has work to do.
Dual AW winner (5f/6f); well beaten at Tipperary but faster conditions will suit.
10th
10th (4) Hallowed Time (6/1 +57%)
Hallowed Time

6/1(+57%)
(4) Hallowed Time 6/1, 40/1, good 2¼ lengths second of 15 to Gabriella's Spirit in handicap at Tipperary (5f, good) 17 days ago, no match for winner. That was his best effort yet for current yard.
Second against a draw bias at Tipperary; 11lb pull at the weights with Gabriella's Spirit.
LTO Selection:

17:25 Cork Handicap 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

A very competitive race. PARTING GLASS is certainly going the right way. He got off the mark in Navan last month after beginning his career with a couple of second places. This ground is an unknown for him, but it isn't a negative for progeny of his sire. Colin Keane has been booked. Not Too Real Bad is on a handy weight with Siobhan Rutledge's 5lb claim factored in. Furthermore, she won over C&D on her penultimate start. Gabriella's Spirit was a comfortable winner on her Irish debut at Tipperary. She has plenty of form in Britain as well. Natalia Lupini gets the most out of her horses and Running Cool is a threat after obliging over 6f in Fairyhouse at the start of the month. The veteran Primo Uomo is still showing speed and has moved to Darren Bunyan after the retirement of his trainer Ger O'Leary.

GABRIELLA'S SPIRIT left her British form trailing in her wake when a ready winner at Tipperary a fortnight ago and with the prospect of more to come, she could be the answer. Parting Glass retains potential as a handicapper, with Greek Flower another to note back in a more suitable grade.

Several in the mix but C&D winner NOT TOO REAL BAD wasn't seen to best effect last time and has more to offer from her mark


17:30 Goodwood Maiden (Class 4) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) What A Question (3.33/1 -21%)
What A Question

3.33/1(-21%)
(6) What A Question 3.33/1, Foaled April 5. 55,000 gns yearling, Lope De Vega filly. Half-sister to winner up to 1m Arranmore. Dam, 1m-11f winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 1m (stayed 1¼m) Steip Amach. Could go well on debut for in-form yard.
Enough to like on pedigree and stable often gets them ready first time; respected.
2
2nd (7) Adaay In Devon (10/1 -150%)
Adaay In Devon

10/1(-150%)
(7) Adaay In Devon 10/1, Speedily bred and showed promise first time up when fifth of 11 in maiden at Wolverhampton (5.1f) last month, faring best of those from off the pace. Can make her presence felt with improvement to come.
Showed ability on her Wolverhampton debut, but will need to improve if she is to figure.
3
3rd (9) She Wore No Jewels (6/1 +40%)
She Wore No Jewels

6/1(+40%)
(9) She Wore No Jewels 6/1, Foaled February 11. 58,000 gns foal, Ten Sovereigns filly. Dam Italian 2-y-o 6f winner. Yard can ready a newcomer.
Stable often gets them ready first time and market informative.
4
4th (2) Phoenix Duchess (5.5/1 +45%)
Phoenix Duchess

5.5/1(+45%)
(2) Phoenix Duchess 5.5/1, Ran green on debut when fifth in a Newmarket maiden (5f, good) in May, but went backwards from that effort when eighth of 12 in similar event at Yarmouth (5.2f, good to firm) later in the month. May yet do better, though.
Some ability in first two starts, but looks one for nurseries.
5th
5th (10) Land Of Magic (200/1 -203%)
Land Of Magic

200/1(-203%)
(10) Land Of Magic 200/1, Very green when well held at Kempton on her first start and fared little better at Salisbury 20 days ago. Easy enough to look elsewhere.
Well beaten in both starts last month; easily passed over.
6th
6th (8) Perfect Spring (12/1 -50%)
Perfect Spring

12/1(-50%)
(8) Perfect Spring 12/1, Foaled February 16. Oasis Dream filly. Dam, 7f winner (including at 2 yrs), half-sister to 11.5f winner Investigation. In good hands so could be capable of getting involved on debut.
Stable does have 2yo winners first time out; market should indicate what is expected.
7th
7th (5) Shirlaski (3.5/1 +13%)
Shirlaski

3.5/1(+13%)
(5) Shirlaski 3.5/1, Shaped as if in need of the experience when fifth of 7 in maiden at Ascot (5f, soft) on debut 35 days ago, form which has worked out well. Can progress from that first experience to get off the mark.
Fifth of seven in red-hot hot Ascot maiden last month; should improve.
8th
8th (3) Quorate (7/1 +42%)
Quorate

7/1(+42%)
(3) Quorate 7/1, Foaled January 26. Havana Gold filly. Closely related to 2m winner Tomorrow's Angel and half-sister to 3 winners, including 6f-8.6f winner Kwela and 1½m winner Miss Giler.
Stable can get them ready first time, but pedigree suggests she is going to need further.
9th
9th (4) Reflexion Faite (22/1 +33%)
Reflexion Faite

22/1(+33%)
(4) Reflexion Faite 22/1, Bred for longer trips and never a threat when eighth of 12 in minor event at Windsor (6f, good to firm) on her first outing 18 days ago. Looks one for the longer term.
Well held on last month's Windsor debut and may need more time.
10th
10th (1) My Margie (10/1 +17%)
My Margie

10/1(+17%)
(1) My Margie 10/1, Foaled April 9. €13,000 foal, £50,000 yearling, Dandy Man filly. Half-sister to 2 winners, notably useful winner up to 1m Chelsea Green. Makes appeal on paper.
Stable can get them ready first time and worth a market check.
LTO Selection:

17:30 Goodwood Maiden (Class 4) 6f Race Class Flow

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

What A Question has a lot going for her on paper and, along with fellow debutants Perfect Spring and She Wore No Jewels, warrants serious thought. However, the previous experience held by SHIRLASKI is a vital factor and, given the form of her debut is working out, the daughter of Eqtidaar appeals strongly in this intriguing maiden. Adaay In Devon also caught the eye with a strong finish on her racecourse bow at Wolverhampton and is another to consider.

SHIRLASKI shaped as if need of the experience when fifth at Ascot on debut last month, but that form has worked out well (the first 3 home all won on their next starts) and she is entitled to progress for a yard enioying a good season with its 2-y-os. She can open her account at the expense of Adaay In Devon, with What A Question the pick of the newcomers.

This can go to SHIRLASKI who finished fifth of seven in what has turned out to be a red-hot maiden at Ascot last month.


17:40 Fairyhouse Handicap 6f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) Charming Lady (33/1 +50%)
Charming Lady

33/1(+50%)
(6) Charming Lady 33/1, Last of 6 in minor event at Bellewstown (5f, heavy, 16/1) 71 days ago.
Improved from debut to win second time out at 2; latest runs have lacked encouragement.
2
2nd (2) Aussie Girl (2/1 +27%)
Aussie Girl

2/1(+27%)
(2) Aussie Girl 2/1, Winner at Sligo in April. Good third of 15 in handicap at the Curragh (7f, good, 16/1) 20 days ago. Shortlist material.
Off the mark at Sligo in April but the race didn't produce winners; others on better marks.
3
3rd (12) Californiagoldrush (12/1 -20%)
Californiagoldrush

12/1(-20%)
(12) Californiagoldrush 12/1, 8/1, good fifth of 15 in handicap at this C&D (good) 15 days ago. Looks competitive on form.
Beaten 2l when 5th over C&D latest; needs a step forward now.
4
4th (14) Havana Notion (7/1 +72%)
Havana Notion

7/1(+72%)
(14) Havana Notion 7/1, 10/3, respectable fifth of 11 in handicap at Dundalk (7f) 84 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Consistent on AW when last seen but this looks tough back on turf from 1lb out of h'cap.
5th
5th (4) Blanc De Noir (6.5/1 -44%)
Blanc De Noir

6.5/1(-44%)
(4) Blanc De Noir 6.5/1, 20/1, career best when winning 21-runner handicap at the Curragh (6.3f, good) 9 days ago.
Stayed on well when getting off the mark latest and 5lb rise is manageable.
6th
6th (11) One For Mum (5.5/1 +45%)
One For Mum

5.5/1(+45%)
(11) One For Mum 5.5/1, 5/1, creditable third of 14 in handicap at Limerick (6.7f, good to soft) 2 days ago. Merits consideration.
Has turned her form around and only beaten half a length over C&D latest; poorly drawn.
7th
7th (1) Vanguard Star (8/1 -14%)
Vanguard Star

8/1(-14%)
(1) Vanguard Star 8/1, 1 win from 3 runs this year. Creditable sixth of 10 in handicap at Cork (5f, good, 9/2) 30 days ago. Yard having good spell. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.
Dundalk winner who has run well in defeat twice since and leniently been dropped 4lb.
8th
8th (13) She's Local (16/1 -33%)
She's Local

16/1(-33%)
(13) She's Local 16/1, Respectable eighth of 15 in handicap (20/1) at this C&D (good) 15 days ago, never nearer.
Is 0-8; promise at 2 but not as good this term; has her work cut out here.
9th
9th (7) Little Keilee (9/1 -50%)
Little Keilee

9/1(-50%)
(7) Little Keilee 9/1, 7/1, career best when winning 14-runner handicap at Sligo (5.7f, soft) 47 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter.
Won at 8th attempt on testing ground in April; can be involved if handling conditions.
10th
10th (10) Vikki Wall (66/1 -313%)
Vikki Wall

66/1(-313%)
(10) Vikki Wall 66/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 6 in minor event (200/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 7 days ago. Makes handicap debut.
Plenty to like about her debut run but form didn't work out and she's struggled since.
11th
11th (8) Wayside Lady (28/1 +0%)
Wayside Lady

28/1(+0%)
(8) Wayside Lady 28/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Sixth of 10 in maiden at Cork (8f, good, 28/1) 30 days ago. Down in trip. Makes handicap debut. Difficult ask.
Promising return but didn't build on that latest; interesting dropping in trip on return.
12th
12th (3) Freedom Falls (14/1 -17%)
Freedom Falls

14/1(-17%)
(3) Freedom Falls 14/1, Respectable fourth of 8 in maiden at Listowel (6.3f, good, 7/2) 12 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Makes handicap debut. Needs to raise game.
0-6; went close over this trip last term; probably needed latest run; respected.
LTO Selection:

17:40 Fairyhouse Handicap 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

BLANC DE NOIR should be progressing quickly enough to follow up his recent win at the Curragh. The Jessica Harrington-trained colt won with a bit in hand last time and doesn't look overburdened with a 5lb rise. As a hold up horse, he will need to get the breaks from his inside draw but the Showcasing colt should be finishing better than most. Little Keilee, who overcame a wide berth to win easily at Sligo in April, should be a live contender. Dylan Browne McMonagle retains the ride on the Ciaran Murphy-trained filly on this occasion. Aussie Girl takes a big drop in class here having finished third at the Curragh last time. She won't find it easy to make all in this field but expect to see her take a prominent position from the outset.

AUSSIE GIRL didn't do much wrong when third of 15 at the Curragh last time and she is taken to strike here, perhaps at the chief expense of Californiagoldrush and Freedom Falls.

This can go the way of VANGUARD STAR (nap) who shaped well over 5f and should relish both a return to 6f and quicker ground


17:50 Aintree Conditions Hurdle (Class 3) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (8) Two Past Eight (3/1 +25%)
Two Past Eight

3/1(+25%)
(8) Two Past Eight 3/1, Half-brother to fair hurdler/chaser Stylish Dancer. Dam, half-sister to useful hurdler (2m/17f winner) Knight Salute (by Sir Percy): Fair maiden on Flat, stays 1½m, again down the field in handicap last time. Represents yard with superb record in this sphere.
0-6 on the Flat but not devoid of ability and stable usually does well in juvenile hurdles.
2
2nd (9) Majestic Jameela (6/1 +70%)
Majestic Jameela

6/1(+70%)
(9) Majestic Jameela 6/1, Closely related to bumper winner King of Unicorns, and half-sister to smart hurdler Aqalim (2m-3m winner). Modest form on Flat, stays 1½m, offered little in handicap on stable debut last time.
Minor promise on AW in early part of year but came last on recent turf/handicap debut.
3
3rd (5) Lord Sam's Castle (3.33/1 +17%)
Lord Sam's Castle

3.33/1(+17%)
(5) Lord Sam's Castle 3.33/1, Fairly useful on Flat (stays 8.5f) winning twice over 7f at Newcastle. Below form last time but has the raw ability to be a big factor if stamina holds out now hurdling.
Dual 7f AW winner in the autumn; off since January; stamina for hurdling not assured.
4
4th (7) Sunrise Boy (16/1 -60%)
Sunrise Boy

16/1(-60%)
(7) Sunrise Boy 16/1, Modest form on Flat, temperamental effort when last seen in October. Needs to leave that level well behind now tackling obstacles fitted with a hood.
Unable to land a telling blow in three 7f maiden/novice races in September/October.
5th
5th (4) Logistical (12/1 -20%)
Logistical

12/1(-20%)
(4) Logistical 12/1, Fair maiden on Flat, stays 1½m, below form last time. Has left Andrew Balding and been gelded ahead of this switch to obstacles. Tongue tie on.
0-5 on the Flat but saw out 1m4f pretty well on AW in January (RPR 70).
6th
6th (2) Devil's Kingdom (4.5/1 +36%)
Devil's Kingdom

4.5/1(+36%)
(2) Devil's Kingdom 4.5/1, Fair maiden on the Flat, fifth of 6 in minor event at Thirsk (8f, heavy) 36 days ago. In very good hands now switched to obstacles but isn't a certain stayer (dam won over 5f).
Placed over 7f as a 2yo; a possible if he stays the trip on hurdling debut.
7th
7th (3) Hadley Park (6.5/1 -44%)
Hadley Park

6.5/1(-44%)
(3) Hadley Park 6.5/1, Dam half-sister to fairly useful 21f hurdle winner Post War. Temperamental/fair handicapper on Flat, stays 8.5f, ran poorly last time. Sold from George Boughey 13,000 gns and joined another good yard, but wouldn't be certain to take to this code. Has had a breathing op.
RPR of 74 when winning over 1m on AW in November; bought for 13,000gns in February.
8th
8th (1) Angel's Voice (12/1 +40%)
Angel's Voice

12/1(+40%)
(1) Angel's Voice 12/1, Modest maiden on Flat, stays 1m, well held in handicap last time. Tongue tie replaces cheekpieces for hurdles debut having had a breathing op.
Fair form when placed on nursery debut in October (1m, AW); hurdle debut today.
LTO Selection:

17:50 Aintree Conditions Hurdle (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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

A fair amount of guesswork is required with these hurdling debutants, with a tentative vote going to TWO PAST EIGHT. The Alan King-trained charge showed a bit more fight on the Flat earlier in the month and may enjoy this change of discipline. Strike Alliance represents last year's winning trainer and is another to note if resuming in the same heart that saw him winning on the all-weather in March, while Lord Sam's Castle also enters calculations.

An early-season juvenile with stamina probably not at a premium, so it may pay to side with LORD SAM'S CASTLE, who was the pick of these on the level. Alan King has very few peers in these races so Two Past Eight demands respect, along with Strike Alliance.

A few of these former Flat-racers have dubious stamina credentials but one exception is LOGISTICAL, who is tentatively given the vote.


18:00 Cork Listed 5f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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

2/1(-14%)
(1) Go Athletico 2/1, Smart performer. 15/1, back to very best when winning 12-runner 5.5f listed race at Deauville last time readily by 2½ lengths from Forza Capitano (sold from Andreas Schultz €165,000 later in April). Classy sort and could defy his penalties.
Ex-French; Group 3 winner as 2yo and won Listed at Deauville latest; likes an ease in it.
2
2nd (4) Ano Syra (2/1 +33%)
Ano Syra

2/1(+33%)
(4) Ano Syra 2/1, Useful filly. Respectable 5¼ lengths third of 8 to Art Power in Greenlands Stakes (14/1) at the Curragh (6f, good) on return 20 days ago. Reliable and set to go well.
Progressive handicapper last term and has shown solid form in stakes races since.
3
3rd (9) Lady Tilbury (4/1 +47%)
Lady Tilbury

4/1(+47%)
(9) Lady Tilbury 4/1, Useful filly. C&D winner. Very good 3 lengths third of 10 to Ladies Church in listed race (28/1) at Naas (5f, good to firm) 26 days ago.
Hadn't seemed up to stakes level until fine third to Ladies Church over this trip at Naas.
4
4th (5) Harmony Rose (5.5/1 +61%)
Harmony Rose

5.5/1(+61%)
(5) Harmony Rose 5.5/1, Fairly useful filly. C&D winner. 6/1, creditable second of 7 in handicap at Navan (5f, good to soft) 5 days ago, clear of rest.
Gained second win off mark 81 on AW in February; second at Navan since but lots to find.
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5th (6) Lokada (33/1 +18%)
Lokada

33/1(+18%)
(6) Lokada 33/1, Fairly useful filly. 9/2, respectable third of 7 in handicap at Navan (5f, good to soft) 5 days ago. Tough ask.
In good form at her own level in handicaps but only rated 70 and loads to find.
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6th (3) Pirate Jenny (8/1 +27%)
Pirate Jenny

8/1(+27%)
(3) Pirate Jenny 8/1, Useful filly. Course winner. 15¼ lengths last of 9 to Manaccan in Mercury Stakes at Dundalk (5f, 28/1) when last seen, reportedly bled. Off 7 months.
In good form early last summer including 6f Listed win at Naas; form tailed off afterwards.
LTO Selection:

18:00 Cork Listed 5f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

GO ATHLETICO is an eye-catching recruit for Ado McGuinness. This five-year-old French gelding won eight times in his native country including when last seen in Listed company in April. His mark entitles him to maximum respect. Ano Syra couldn't land a glove in third on the winner at the Curragh in May, however, that was in Group 2 company and it was her first run back. Last season's Rockingham winner has the attributes for this fast 5f. Catherine Of Siena stayed on to get to within a neck of the winner in Listed class at Chelmsford City in April which brings her into the equation. Lady Tilbury is well versed at running in quality sprints. Anthem National came in fifth in good races at Naas and the Curragh last month, and has a role to play.

GO ATHLETICO looks the class act and is taken to make a successful start for Ado McGuinness before having his sights raised. Ano Syra is dangerous, while Catherine of Siena seems likely to go well again and is in the mix.

Not a strong Listed and a chance for ANO SYRA (nap), who's been running well behind some smart British speedsters, to gain a stakes win


18:05 Goodwood Handicap (Class 5) 10f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Lucky Fifteen (0.53/1 +27%)
Lucky Fifteen

0.53/1(+27%)
(1) Lucky Fifteen 0.53/1, Improving in leaps and bounds since going handicapping this year, off the mark at Chelmsford last week. Plenty to like about him physically and looks capable of following up under a penalty.
Improving sort and 3lb well in under penalty for recent Chelmsford success.
2
2nd (3) Barrier (33/1 -65%)
Barrier

33/1(-65%)
(3) Barrier 33/1, Australia filly who still looked in need of the experience when fourth of 7 in novice event at Ascot (8f, good) in September, nearest finish. However, tailed off at Newmarket on return so bit to prove now handicapping with headgear applied.
Ran poorly on her Newmarket return; needs to bounce back on handicap debut; cheekpieces on.
3
3rd (2) Vegas Jack (5/1 +0%)
Vegas Jack

5/1(+0%)
(2) Vegas Jack 5/1, Proved a different proposition on handicap bow/return when third of 9 at Haydock (8f, good to firm) 21 days ago, never nearer. Should improve for the step up in trip. Engaged 8.50 Haydock Thursday.
Improved for switch to handicaps when a close third at Haydock; declared there yesterday.
4
4th (6) Pink Lily (7.5/1 -50%)
Pink Lily

7.5/1(-50%)
(6) Pink Lily 7.5/1, Has had plenty of racing already but remains on the upgrade, off the mark at Bath last month before good second under a penalty there 3 weeks ago. Should go well again.
Exposed but consistent and running well lately; likely to go well again.
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5th (5) Cosmic View (22/1 -10%)
Cosmic View

22/1(-10%)
(5) Cosmic View 22/1, Little solid form and was a remote third of 4 on handicap bow at Windsor 18 days ago. Headgear on.
Hasn't shown much in four starts and needs the cheekpieces to make a difference.
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6th (4) Shaaden (8/1 -14%)
Shaaden

8/1(-14%)
(4) Shaaden 8/1, Showed promise sole start at 2 yrs when third at Salisbury but well below that form all 3 starts this year. Significantly up in trip. Hood on 1st time. Makes handicap debut.
Not build on promising 2yo debut; up 3f in trip for handicap debut; hood on.
LTO Selection:

18:05 Goodwood Handicap (Class 5) 10f Race Class Flow

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

Recent Chelmsford winner LUCKY FIFTEEN has been highly progressive since making the switch to handicap company last month and Ralph Beckett's charge boasts strong credentials. He beat subsequent winner Lady Rascal when finishing in second at Newbury on his penultimate outing and could prove tough to peg back on his return to turf. The consistent Pink Lily is 6lb above her last winning mark but is still feared, while the unexposed Barrier is capable of improvement in first-time cheekpieces.

LUCKY FIFTEEN's form has taken off in handicaps this year and he has obvious claims of defying a penalty after his win at Chelmsford last week. Pink Lily continues to go forward so rates the main threat.

This looks a good chance for LUCKY FIFTEEN to follow up his Chelmsford success. He has a 6lb penalty to carry but is still 3lb well in.


18:10 Fontwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 22f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Basford (0.25/1 +60%)
Basford

0.25/1(+60%)
(1) Basford 0.25/1, Bumper winner who has proved largely consistent since switched to hurdles, for all that he appears to have his fair share of quirks. Just touched off by an unknown quantity in a Newton Abbot novice (21.6f, good) recently and will prove hard to beat if responding well to the first-time visor.
Consistent but only one win and has proved expensive to follow; visor on for first time.
2
2nd (3) Woodie Flash (5.5/1 -144%)
Woodie Flash

5.5/1(-144%)
(3) Woodie Flash 5.5/1, £20,000 purchase after getting off the mark in Irish points at the second attempt in February. Turned over when odds on for hurdles debut in a Market Rasen maiden (20.6f, good) but probably capable of better. Cheekpieces applied.
Irish point winner; beaten at 4-11 on British/hurdle debut; cheekpieces now fitted.
3
3rd (4) Glorious Mist (7/1 -27%)
Glorious Mist

7/1(-27%)
(4) Glorious Mist 7/1, Stepped up on low-key hurdles debut when second in a 3-runner C&D novice recently but minor place money is probably the best she can hope for.
Appeared to run better when second over C&D but probably unwise to take that literally.
4
4th (2) Elzaaro (40/1 +60%)
Elzaaro

40/1(+60%)
(2) Elzaaro 40/1, Little to shout about in a bumper/2 starts over hurdles so far.
Well beaten in a bumper and two starts over hurdles.
|PU|
|PU| (5) Honey Davis (100/1 -52%)
Honey Davis

100/1(-52%)
(5) Honey Davis 100/1, Inauspicious start to her career in a Huntingdon maiden last month and she's hard to warm to.
No promise when pulled up on last month's debut.
LTO Selection:

18:10 Fontwell Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 22f Race Class Flow

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

BASFORD was turned over at short odds for a second time this season when denied by a neck at Newton Abbot last Wednesday. Nevertheless, Jennie Candlish's gelding had to concede 19lb to his victor on that occasion and these rivals don't appear as strong. Glorious Mist may have been flattered by her proximity to a 118-rated rival over C&D last month, but the mare looks the chief threat here, ahead of recent Market Rasen runner-up Woodie Flash.

This is best left to BASFORD, who failed to land the odds at Newton Abbot last week but it will be surprising should he fail to deliver here. Woodie Flash is preferred to Glorious Mist for forecast purposes.

He does not have an entirely convincing profile but, nevertheless, BASFORD is very much the one to beat in this modest race.


18:15 Fairyhouse Handicap 6f - 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 (2) Master Matt (3.33/1 -11%)
Master Matt

3.33/1(-11%)
(2) Master Matt 3.33/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2021. 9/1, good second of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 7 days ago, clear of rest. Big player.
2
2nd (7) Tai Sing Yeh (12/1 +0%)
Tai Sing Yeh

12/1(+0%)
(7) Tai Sing Yeh 12/1, Latest win at Dundalk in March. Creditable third of 12 in claimer at Tipperary (7.5f, good, 9/1) 17 days ago. Must improve but should give his running.
3
3rd (6) Ampeson (12/1 +45%)
Ampeson

12/1(+45%)
(6) Ampeson 12/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Dundalk in December. Seventh of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 16/1) 7 days ago. Others make more appeal.
4
4th (4) Ice Cold In Alex (3.2/1 +4%)
Ice Cold In Alex

3.2/1(+4%)
(4) Ice Cold In Alex 3.2/1, Creditable 2½ lengths second of 17 to Verhoyen in handicap at the Curragh (7f, good to soft, 25/1) 21 days ago. Might well go one better in this less-competitive affair.
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5th (1) Harry's Bar (8/1 +64%)
Harry's Bar

8/1(+64%)
(1) Harry's Bar 8/1, Fourteen wins from 45 Flat runs. Latest win at Dundalk in February. Fifth of 6 in handicap (10/1) at Chester (5.1f, heavy) 36 days ago, possibly amiss. Hard to fancy on the back of that.
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6th (3) Verhoyen (4.5/1 -125%)
Verhoyen

4.5/1(-125%)
(3) Verhoyen 4.5/1, Improved on recent efforts to win 17-runner handicap (11/2) at the Curragh (7f, good to soft) 21 days ago by 2½ lengths from Ice Cold In Alex, keeping on well.
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7th (5) Daamberdiplomat (3.2/1 +29%)
Daamberdiplomat

3.2/1(+29%)
(5) Daamberdiplomat 3.2/1, Very good fifth of 15 in handicap at the Curragh (7f, good, 25/1) 20 days ago. Yard in good form. Merits respect.
LTO Selection:

18:15 Fairyhouse Handicap 6f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

MASTER MATT can win for the first time since joining the Michael Halford and Tracey Collins yard. The seven-year-old shaped really encouragingly when second behind a well handicapped horse over this course and distance last week. With doubts about a number of his opponents here, the Slade Power gelding looks the most solid option. Verhoyen, who returned to form with an impressive success at the Curragh last month, is well drawn for a horse that likes to make the running. It would be a mistake for the opposition to allow the Michael Grassick-trained gelding an easy lead. However, he has never won from a mark this high and may just prefer 7f at this stage of his career. Ice Cold In Alex needs to be delivered with a perfectly timed run from off the pace but Jamie Powell has already demonstrated he is capable of doing just that.

ICE COLD IN ALEX produced a big effort when second to Verhoyen and he's worth a chance to reverse form with that rival in this lesser contest. Master Matt is also worthy of interest.

Now 7lb better off with Verhoyen from their Curragh clash over 7f last time, ICE COLD IN ALEX could turn the tables on that rival.


18:25 Aintree Handicap Chase (Class 3) 25f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Shearer (1.2/1 +31%)
Shearer

1.2/1(+31%)
(1) Shearer 1.2/1, Fairly useful handicap hurdler who looked a natural as he opened account over fences at first attempt in a match at Ludlow (23.8f) 33 days ago, jumping accurately and doing it readily. 2 lb higher mark shouldn't prevent another bold showing.
Readily beat only rival on chasing debut last month; this obviously harder but chances.
2
2nd (3) Landen Calling (1.8/1 +28%)
Landen Calling

1.8/1(+28%)
(3) Landen Calling 1.8/1, Largely progressive over hurdles last term (scored twice) and took well to chasing at first attempt when bolting up in 4-runner novices' handicap at Bangor (3m) in May. 5 lb higher in what rates a stronger affair but he's a player nevertheless.
Easy winner on chasing debut (rivals made errors); up 5lb.
3
3rd (5) Kakamora (2.75/1 +54%)
Kakamora

2.75/1(+54%)
(5) Kakamora 2.75/1, Dual hurdles winner who arrives having landed 2 of last 3 starts over fences, jumping soundly when making all in 4-runner Worcester handicap (23f) 13 days ago. This demand more from 3 lb higher but he's clearly in rude health at present.
Has won two of last three; up 3lb and up in class but could cope.
LTO Selection:

18:25 Aintree Handicap Chase (Class 3) 25f Race Class Flow

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

LANDEN CALLING appeared more at home when making a successful chasing debut at Bangor last month and the seven-year-old could make light work of a 5lb rise. Fellow last-time-out winner Shearer made all at Ludlow and likely has more to offer in this sphere too. He may, however, have a tougher time dictating in this contest with recent Worcester victor Kakamora another who likes to lead.

Competitive despite the small field with the vote in favour of LANDEN CALLING. He jumped/travelled with plenty of purpose when opening his chase account at the first attempt at Bangor 4 weeks ago and a 5 lb rise for that success shouldn't prevent another bold bid. Shearer, a fellow chase debutant scorer at Ludlow, rates a big threat, with Kakamora, who comes here on the back of 2 wins from his last 3 starts, is also respected.

Although taking a sharp rise in class, KAKAMORA is given the nod.


18:35 Cork Group 3 12f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) Rosscarbery (2/1 -23%)
Rosscarbery

2/1(-23%)
(1) Rosscarbery 2/1, Smart mare. C&D winner. 20/1, creditable 4½ lengths fifth of 14 to Emily Upjohn in Fillies' & Mares' Stakes at Ascot (12f, good to soft). Off 8 months but in excellent hands and she's the form pick.
Last year's winner the one to beat although may not want it too fast.
2
2nd (5) Azazat (2.75/1 +21%)
Azazat

2.75/1(+21%)
(5) Azazat 2.75/1, Confirmed reappearance promise when winning 10-runner maiden at Leopardstown (12f, heavy, 4/6) 40 days ago, soon clear. This asks for more but limit hasn't been reached.
Leopardstown maiden likely open to improvement on this better ground.
3
3rd (8) Thunder Roll (14/1 +44%)
Thunder Roll

14/1(+44%)
(8) Thunder Roll 14/1, Runner-up on debut and better form when 2 lengths third of 5 to Tower of London in listed race at Leopardstown (12f, good) 8 days ago. Should have more to offer fo excellent yard.
Will appreciate the likely stronger pace here but this is a big step up in class.
4
4th (7) Library (16/1 -33%)
Library

16/1(-33%)
(7) Library 16/1, Fairly useful filly. 9¾ lengths sixth of 8 to Pensee Du Jour in Prix Penelope at Saint-Cloud (10.4f, good to soft, 83/10) 76 days ago. Blinkers on and this looks an uphill task.
Tame seasonal return in Group 3 Prix Penelope; blinkers tried and plenty to find.
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5th (6) Lambada (10/1 -25%)
Lambada

10/1(-25%)
(6) Lambada 10/1, Winning reappearance at Gowran in April. Fared as well as could be expected when 8½ lengths sixth of 8 to Soul Sister in Musidora Stakes at York (10.2f, good to firm, 10/1) 30 days ago. Can't be underestimated given yard she represents.
Musidora also-ran but this step up in distance could be what she needs.
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6th (4) Final Gesture (3/1 +40%)
Final Gesture

3/1(+40%)
(4) Final Gesture 3/1, Useful filly. First run since leaving H-A. Pantall and much improved when winning 11-runner listed race (4/1) at Gowran (14f, good to soft) 44 days ago by 5 lengths from Joupe, driven out. Worth a shot at this level.
Impressive debut for new connections at Gowran; upped in class but big player.
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7th (2) Annerville (28/1 -75%)
Annerville

28/1(-75%)
(2) Annerville 28/1, Useful mare. Visored for first time, excellent 1½ lengths second of 6 to Mashhoor in listed race at the Curragh (12f, good, 11/2) 20 days ago. Blinkers the headgear of choice.
Not easy to win with but back to best with recent Curragh second; bit to find still.
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8th (3) Cairde Go Deo (12/1 -71%)
Cairde Go Deo

12/1(-71%)
(3) Cairde Go Deo 12/1, Useful filly. 16/1 and tongue strap on for first time, 4½ lengths seventh of 9 to Yashin in Saval Beg Levmoss Stakes at Leopardstown (14f, good) 28 days ago. That was a sound return to action and slight drop in trip will suit.
Back to probably her best trip and definite claims on the best of her form; ground to suit.
LTO Selection:

18:35 Cork Group 3 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Paddy Twomey's ROSSCARBERY won this race last year and may repeat the feat. She has to give weight away to the field which will take a bit of doing, but her class will help. The form of her fifth place in a Group 1 at Ascot last October is working out very well. The winner has since landed the Group 1 Coronation Cup while the third reappeared this season to win a Group 3 in the Curragh. The horse a place behind Rosscarbery in sixth has been successful in a Group 3 and in a Listed race. Rosscarbery has won off a break before. Twomey also saddles Final Gesture who was impressive in taking a Listed race by five lengths in Gowran Park last month. That was her Irish debut after winning twice in France. She has the race-fitness advantage on her stablemate. This trip, better ground and first-time blinkers could elicit a big run from Library. Her dam actually won this race in 2015. Azazat was very good in Leopardstown and will welcome the forecast rain. None of the remainder can be ruled out with confidence.

ROSSCARBERY must concede weight all round but she's already proven at this level, winning this race a year ago and sure to be well prepared for this reappearance given the yard she represents, she's likely up to the challenge. Stablemate Final Gesture created an excellent impression at Gowran and she's feared, with Azazat open to any amount of progress.

Paddy Twomey holds a very strong hand and last year's winner ROSSCARBERY gets the nod over Final Gesture


18:40 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 14f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (8) Crescent Lake (4.5/1 +18%)
Crescent Lake

4.5/1(+18%)
(8) Crescent Lake 4.5/1, A dual winner at Dundalk, better than ever on third outing for current yard when successful at Chelmsford (14f) in April. Transferred that form to turf when also winning at this C&D the following month and again ran well at Salisbury last time. Shortlisted.
C&D winner last month and worthy of consideration for last year's winning stable.
2
2nd (6) Ravens Ark (2.75/1 +0%)
Ravens Ark

2.75/1(+0%)
(6) Ravens Ark 2.75/1, After 7 months off, ran well with the headgear left off when second of 8 in handicap at Ascot (12f, soft) in May, taking second the near line. Races off his last winning mark and he's a major player back up in trip.
3lb lower than when just beaten in this race last year and ran very well on reappearance.
3
3rd (3) Vaynor (6/1 +0%)
Vaynor

6/1(+0%)
(3) Vaynor 6/1, Enjoyed a productive campaign in 2022, recording his fourth success of the year when scoring at Chelmsford (13.3f) in November. Well held after 6 months off at Newmarket last time, though possibly unsuited by soft conditions. No surprise to see him bounce back.
Ran poorly on last month's return, but won four times last year; claims if bouncing back.
4
4th (5) Military Two Step (8/1 -23%)
Military Two Step

8/1(-23%)
(5) Military Two Step 8/1, Won twice in 2022 and made the frame on the all-weather first 2 starts this year. However, hasn't quite been in the same form since, never really threatening when mid-field at Chester (18.6f) in May. Needs to get back on track in first-time blinkers.
2lb lower than for her last win but below form lately; blinkers on.
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5th (9) Songo (14/1 +30%)
Songo

14/1(+30%)
(9) Songo 14/1, Showed improved form on the level in 2022, making it 3 wins from his first 5 starts of the year when successful at Salisbury (14.2f) in July. Hasn't been in the same form since then, though, losing all chance at the start back at Salisbury on his return.
1lb above his last winning mark and respected with conditions likely to be in his favour.
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6th (10) Wilderness (7.5/1 +6%)
Wilderness

7.5/1(+6%)
(10) Wilderness 7.5/1, After a spell over jumps, caused a surprise when making a winning return to the level at Salisbury (14.2f) last summer. Possibly needed the run when down the field at this C&D in May, and duly returned to form when runner-up back at Salisbury 20 days ago. Respected.
Beaten a neck by a subsequent winner at Salisbury last time; each-way claims at least.
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7th (7) Get Back Get Back (10/1 -25%)
Get Back Get Back

10/1(-25%)
(7) Get Back Get Back 10/1, Fairly useful on the Flat when trained by Clive Cox in 2018/2019. Has only had one start on the level for current yard (in June 2020), but won handicap hurdle at Kempton (2m) in November and he looks to be on a fair mark back in this sphere.
Returns to the Flat for the first time since the summer of 2020; others look more solid.
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8th (11) Buxted Reel (12/1 +40%)
Buxted Reel

12/1(+40%)
(11) Buxted Reel 12/1, Gained reward for his consistency when getting off the mark at Wolverhampton (12.2f) last August. However, down the field both starts so far this season, possibly amiss at Hamilton last month. Hood back on but others more persuasive.
1-18, but back off winning mark and return to fast ground in his favour; watch market.
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9th (4) State Of Bliss (18/1 -80%)
State Of Bliss

18/1(-80%)
(4) State Of Bliss 18/1, Useful handicapper at best on the Flat for Charlie & Mark Johnston, winning at Ripon last April. Campaigned over hurdles this year for current yard, landing the odds in 4-runner maiden at Fakenham (2m, good to firm) 12 days ago. On a workable mark back on the level.
Both Flat handicap wins off 4lb higher and won over hurdles last time; interesting.
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10th (1) Juan Bermudez (12/1 +0%)
Juan Bermudez

12/1(+0%)
(1) Juan Bermudez 12/1, Raised his game when narrowly prevailing from the front upped to 2m at Kempton in November. Hasn't gone on from that effort in 3 starts since, though, running no sort of race in first-time cheekpieces at Chester on his latest outing.
Back off last winning mark, but unraced on ground faster than good to soft.
LTO Selection:

18:40 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 14f Race Class Flow

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

Vaynor rounded off last season with back-to-back victories on the all-weather before finishing down the field at Newmarket on last month's reappearance. Though it would be no surprise were he to resume his progress down in class, preference is for CRESCENT LAKE. A winner over C&D before finishing a creditable fourth at Salisbury 20 days ago, Gary Moore's charge can put his track craft to good use. Others to note include Ravens Ark and State Of Bliss.

RAVENS ARK shaped encouragingly on his reappearance when runner-up at Ascot a month ago, keeping on well having been hampered under 2f out, so he can build on that effort to return to winning ways back up in trip. Wilderness bounced back to form last time and could be the main danger, ahead of Crescent Lake.

This can go to RAVENS ARK (nap) who went close off 3lb higher in this race last year and ran really well on last month's Ascot return.


18:45 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 22f - 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) Another Mystery (1.75/1 +30%)
Another Mystery

1.75/1(+30%)
(2) Another Mystery 1.75/1, Off the mark under Rules in 23.1f Market Rasen maiden hurdle last month, seeming in a far better mood than so often lately but still looking flattered in scoring by 18 lengths. Handicapper hasn't taken too much of a view at least and he could go well again.
Much better when winning at Market Rasen and new mark could be lenient.
2
2nd (5) Coconut Twist (2.75/1 +45%)
Coconut Twist

2.75/1(+45%)
(5) Coconut Twist 2.75/1, Has finished runner-up on both starts in handicaps last month (over C&D first time) and could well be in the shake-up once again.
Improved form in latest two starts and should appreciate dropping back to this trip.
3
3rd (6) Saved By The River (33/1 +18%)
Saved By The River

33/1(+18%)
(6) Saved By The River 33/1, Cut little ice in bumpers and not much encouragement over jumps either, not staying after taking strong hold at Uttoxeter (23.3f) last month. Another who has tumbled in the weights.
Yet to be placed and well beaten in a handicap hurdle latest.
4
4th (8) Happy Returns (11/1 -100%)
Happy Returns

11/1(-100%)
(8) Happy Returns 11/1, Showed a bit more again in C&D mares' novice handicap last month and could build on it. Interesting.
Yet to be placed but not beaten very far when fourth over C&D latest; not ruled out.
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5th (3) Whenitrainsitpours (5.5/1 +8%)
Whenitrainsitpours

5.5/1(+8%)
(3) Whenitrainsitpours 5.5/1, Still looking for a first success and well held in handicaps of late, but his mark has dipped and this drop in trip will suit.
Shaped well three starts ago but this maiden hasn't backed it up since.
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6th (1) Dynamic Kate (6/1 -50%)
Dynamic Kate

6/1(-50%)
(1) Dynamic Kate 6/1, 2-2 over C&D early last season and shaped well back from 7 months off at Ludlow. Big run expected for in-form stable.
Both wins gained over C&D; fair return from a break and looks capable off this mark.
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7th (4) Queens Fortune (12/1 -71%)
Queens Fortune

12/1(-71%)
(4) Queens Fortune 12/1, Third on her only start in Irish points but little to get excited about under Rules so far. Significantly upped in trip for her handicap debut and has had a breathing operation since last seen.
Little so far but might be different on handicap debut after wind surgery.
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|PU| (7) Zyra's Lioness (20/1 +9%)
Zyra's Lioness

20/1(+9%)
(7) Zyra's Lioness 20/1, Has looked a poor maiden. Steps up in trip here.
Maiden; hasn't shown enough to make her of great interest in this.
LTO Selection:

18:45 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 22f Race Class Flow

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

ANOTHER MYSTERY needs to prove that his breakthrough success in a maiden hurdle at Market Rasen last time was no fluke, but Lucy Wadham's charge would take some stopping if reproducing that level of performance on this switch to handicaps. Coconut Twist's stamina appeared stretched by the extended 3m distance at Southwell in May and appears a likely player dropping back in trip. Dynamic Kate may build on her third-placed return at Ludlow last month and is another to note.

Neil Mulholland has an interesting pair in DYNAMIC KATE and Happy Returns. The former is 2-2 over C&D and shaped well on her return at Ludlow so could be the way to go, although her stablemate leaves the impression she has races in her. Another Mystery was a runaway winner at Market Rasen and is dangerous to discount for all he's not looked the most hardy.

Although Another Mystery is tempting, COCONUT TWIST is preferred.


18:50 Fairyhouse Stakes 7f - 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 (4) Vernet (4.5/1 +31%)
Vernet

4.5/1(+31%)
(4) Vernet 4.5/1, Fairly useful filly. Sixth of 10 in handicap (11/1) at the Curragh (8f, good to soft) on return 21 days ago. Yard in good form. Work to do.
The drop back to this trip should suit but she has a bit to find on these terms.
2
2nd (1) Monaasib (1.5/1 +20%)
Monaasib

1.5/1(+20%)
(1) Monaasib 1.5/1, Useful gelding. 16/1, bit below form 3½ lengths sixth of 11 to Cosmic Vega in listed race at Naas (7f, good to firm) 26 days ago. This is easier and he has a decent shout.
Hasn't won since a 2yo but faced stiff tasks; solid sort has race-fitness on his side.
3
3rd (2) Pretreville (2/1 -45%)
Pretreville

2/1(-45%)
(2) Pretreville 2/1, Smart gelding. Won twice last year. Front runner with a great record fresh and this could be a good opening.
Dual Group 3 winner the one to best if at his best but has been off nearly a year.
4
4th (3) Affogato (4.5/1 +10%)
Affogato

4.5/1(+10%)
(3) Affogato 4.5/1, Useful filly. C&D winner. 16/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Gowran (7f, good) 11 days ago. Won this last year but she's struggled since.
Won this last year; soundly beaten in a handicap last time; has to rediscover her best.
LTO Selection:

18:50 Fairyhouse Stakes 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Group 3 winner PRETREVILLE appears to have been found a nice opportunity to make a successful reappearance. Although now approaching the veteran stages of his career, the nine-time winner showed that he still had much to offer with a series of good runs in top company last season. A small field such as this will really suit the Ado McGuinness-trained eight-year-old who is adept at making the running. On official ratings, he is easily the best in this race. Monaasib won twice as a juvenile but has failed to add to his tally since then. However, the five-year-old gelding has run some big races in better company that he faces here. Course and distance winner Affogato needs to improve but remains relatively lightly raced so isn't one to totally discount.

PRETREVILLE has a good record fresh and this could be a good opening if he's ready to go. Monaasib might be the danger.

MONAASIB never fulfilled the promise he showed as a youngster but can claim a first win since his 2yo days.


19:00 Aintree Handicap Chase (Class 3) 20f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) The Big Lense (4/1 +67%)
The Big Lense

4/1(+67%)
(1) The Big Lense 4/1, Excuses over hurdles last time and decent efforts in defeat over fences prior to that. Should be in the mix.
2
2nd (8) Post No Bills (2.25/1 +18%)
Post No Bills

2.25/1(+18%)
(8) Post No Bills 2.25/1, Point winner who has taken well to fences, runner-up on 4 of his first 5 starts before off the mark in good style at Fontwell. Followed up off 9 lb higher at Cartmel 16 days ago and should go well again despite another 3 lb rise.
3
3rd (3) Barton Knoll (10/1 -11%)
Barton Knoll

10/1(-11%)
(3) Barton Knoll 10/1, Excuses over C&D last time but he remains tricky to win with. Others preferred.
4
4th (5) Cracking Destiny (5/1 -67%)
Cracking Destiny

5/1(-67%)
(5) Cracking Destiny 5/1, May not be the force of old but his handicap mark fully reflects that and there was plenty of encouragement in this return from 11 months off (had breathing operation in interim) when third at Kelso 5 weeks ago. Of interest under Brian Hughes.
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|PU| (2) De Barley Basket (6/1 -71%)
De Barley Basket

6/1(-71%)
(2) De Barley Basket 6/1, Has developed a fine strike rate over fences, resuming progress when typically making all at Uttoxeter in September. Good second at Wincanton in November and shaped well when third at Cartmel 18 days ago after 7 months off. Entitled to come on for that.
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|PU| (7) Politicise (6.5/1 -18%)
Politicise

6.5/1(-18%)
(7) Politicise 6.5/1, On a long losing run but only just failed at Tipperary last month. Creditable sixth at Killarney since but others better treated here.
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|PU| (6) The Paddy Pie (11/1 +8%)
The Paddy Pie

11/1(+8%)
(6) The Paddy Pie 11/1, Ended a lengthy losing sequence despite being 6 lb out of the weights at Wetherby (19.4f, good to soft) on Boxing Day. Good second back at that venue next time but well below best next 2 starts. Unseated rider at the first at Cartmel since.
LTO Selection:

19:00 Aintree Handicap Chase (Class 3) 20f Race Class Flow

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

POST NO BILLS has been progressive of late and defied a 9lb rise when making all over 2m5f at Cartmel last month. Now rated 3lb higher for that success, he can prove difficult to peg back and is fancied to get the better of Barton Knoll, who was pulled up over C&D last time out after a bad mistake but did finish second prior to that at Doncaster. Politicise makes some each-way appeal.

CRACKING DESTINY and De Barley Basket both shaped well on their comeback run and look the pair to concentrate on, with the former getting the nod under Brian Hughes. Post No Bills is another one to consider.

After snatching third over an inadequate 2m in his latest chase, THE BIG LENSE tackles this more suitable trip from a workable mark.


19:10 Cork Handicap 12f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (9) Star Kissed (2.5/1 +17%)
Star Kissed

2.5/1(+17%)
(9) Star Kissed 2.5/1, Promising individual. 2 wins from 3 runs this year. 9/4, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Roscommon (11.7f, good) 15 days ago, readily. Has to be taken seriously.
Roscommon winner up 5lb but likely still more to offer; shortlisted.
2
2nd (1) Safecracker (5/1 +0%)
Safecracker

5/1(+0%)
(1) Safecracker 5/1, 4/1, respectable seventh of 15 in handicap at the Curragh (10f, good) 20 days ago, ridden 2f out and keeping on. Step back up in trip rates a plus and expected to be in the mix (runner up in this 12 months ago).
Last year's second needs to improve on recent form; yard in fine form.
3
3rd (12) Pralognan (16/1 +0%)
Pralognan

16/1(+0%)
(12) Pralognan 16/1, 14/1, second of 9 in handicap at Roscommon (10.3f, good to soft) 25 days ago, running on. Looks competitive on form.
Strong-finishing Roscommon second shapes as though this trip will suit and could go well.
4
4th (10) Morph Speed (5.5/1 +61%)
Morph Speed

5.5/1(+61%)
(10) Morph Speed 5.5/1, C&D winner (won this race 2 years ago). Good second of 14 in handicap (9/2) at Leopardstown (12.8f, good) 8 days ago. Stable in good form and no surprise to see another good showing.
2021 winner just denied at Leopardstown; nice weight and claiming rider good value.
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5th (3) Golden Twilight (5.5/1 +31%)
Golden Twilight

5.5/1(+31%)
(3) Golden Twilight 5.5/1, 11/1, good third of 18 in handicap at the Curragh (14f, good) 19 days ago, well positioned. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.
Back to probably his ideal trip with cheekpieces tried so respected.
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6th (7) Kingswear (7.5/1 +66%)
Kingswear

7.5/1(+66%)
(7) Kingswear 7.5/1, 18/1, respectable seventh of 18 in handicap at the Curragh (14f, good) 19 days ago, effort 3f out and one paced. Needs to pull out a bit more.
Best recent form on soft, others look more likely.
7th
7th (6) Female Soldier (33/1 -230%)
Female Soldier

33/1(-230%)
(6) Female Soldier 33/1, Below form fourth of 12 in minor event (10/3) at Listowel (13f, good) 12 days ago. Must improve.
Both runs this term in conditions events below best so has a could bit to find.
8th
8th (11) Boher Road (16/1 +11%)
Boher Road

16/1(+11%)
(11) Boher Road 16/1, Lightly-raced winner on Flat. Hood on for 1st time in this code, unseated rider in juvenile hurdle at Punchestown (15.8f, good to soft, 6/5) 24 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time.
Back from hurdling but unproven over this far; tough task.
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9th (13) Rich Belief (16/1 +0%)
Rich Belief

16/1(+0%)
(13) Rich Belief 16/1, 1 win from 2 runs this year. Re-united with this yard, respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at Killarney (16.8f, good to soft) 31 days ago. Down in trip.
Not sure this trip on quick ground will see him to best effect.
10th
10th (14) Last Ammo (16/1 -78%)
Last Ammo

16/1(-78%)
(14) Last Ammo 16/1, 10/1, creditable fifth of 14 in handicap at Leopardstown (12.8f, good) 8 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Another live each-way player.
Didn't get home over 1m5f at Leopardstown latest after racing keenly; not one to rule out.
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11th (2) Old Port (16/1 -78%)
Old Port

16/1(-78%)
(2) Old Port 16/1, Six wins from 16 Flat runs. Respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford (10f) in November. Return to further will hold no fears on return and interesting what the market makes of him starting out for new yard.
Fast ground winner in Britain but tough-looking task on Irish debut.
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12th (8) Ace Aussie (80/1 -21%)
Ace Aussie

80/1(-21%)
(8) Ace Aussie 80/1, Course winner. Eighth of 12 in minor event at Listowel (13f, good, 100/1) 12 days ago. Makes handicap debut.
Nothing yet for current yard but has taken a nosedive in the ratings; acts on quick ground.
13th
13th (5) Dalton Highway (66/1 -65%)
Dalton Highway

66/1(-65%)
(5) Dalton Highway 66/1, Last of 9 in handicap (40/1) at Gowran (13.7f, heavy) 59 days ago, ridden over 3f out and soon beaten. That was his first start for 18 months and this ought to reveal a good deal more.
Poor comeback run and veteran can only be watched for now.
LTO Selection:

19:10 Cork Handicap 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

GOLDEN TWILIGHT has claims over this trip. He travelled notably well before dropping to third over 1m6f at the Curragh last month. He certainly knows where the winning post is with five career victories, including three over this distance. First-time cheekpieces are applied. Star Kissed has two wins and two close second places among her five races to date. She is still growing into her frame, but should be deeply involved. Morph Speed was only caught close home over slightly further in Leopardstown which gives him claims. The handicapper has dropped Safecracker by 3lb. He was only 1lb lower when runner-up in a premier handicap at the Curragh last September. Spasiba is entitled to come on from an unplaced comeback run at Killarney. A combination of a tongue-strap and cheekpieces go on. Pralognan and Rich Belief are others to consider.

STAR KISSED was quick to resume progress on her second start in handicaps when running out a ready winner at Roscommon 15 days ago and a 5 lb higher mark shouldn't prevent another bold bid with the prospect of more to come. Last year's runner-up Safecracker is a threat from an easing mark, with Spasiba, Morph Speed and Pralognan others also worthy of note.

Preference is for the improving filly STAR KISSED, who could still be ahead of the handicapper


19:15 Goodwood 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) Miss Mai Tai (1.75/1 -40%)
Miss Mai Tai

1.75/1(-40%)
(3) Miss Mai Tai 1.75/1, Firmly back on track returned to sprinting when winning 9-runner handicap at Leicester (6f, good) 17 days ago, showing a good attitude to hold on. A 2 lb rise may not prevent the follow up.
Came good for current stable over 6f in May; ought to make her presence felt again here.
2
2nd (1) Nuthatch (2.5/1 +50%)
Nuthatch

2.5/1(+50%)
(1) Nuthatch 2.5/1, Dual winner on the all-weather who has been well held both starts on turf. This is at least a drop in grade, though.
Dual AW winner this year but soundly beaten on both subsequent turf starts; back in trip.
3
3rd (2) Puffable (3.33/1 +45%)
Puffable

3.33/1(+45%)
(2) Puffable 3.33/1, Improved to make a winning nursery debut at Brighton in July. Ran poorly final 2 starts last year but should strip fitter for last month's comeback. Wears a first-time hood on first start for new yard.
Sold out of Ralph Beckett's for 35,000gns one day after respectable stable debut in May.
4
4th (4) Flying Barty (4/1 -78%)
Flying Barty

4/1(-78%)
(4) Flying Barty 4/1, Has a useful pedigree and ran creditably on first run since leaving Kevin Ryan when third in 10-runner handicap at Bath (5.7f, firm, 3/1) 3 weeks ago. May do better still.
Placed over 5.7f on stable debut, despite racing freely, and can build on that performance.
LTO Selection:

19:15 Goodwood Handicap (Class 5) 6f Race Class Flow

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

MISS MAI TAI bounced back to form with a determined success at Leicester last month and a mere 2lb rise for that win may not be enough to stop her going in again. She is narrowly preferred to Flying Barty, who was an eye-catcher when keeping on in third at Bath on her first start for new connections. Puffable is another to consider, having moved stables from Ralph Beckett and now tried in a hood.

MISS MAI TAI got firmly back on track returned to sprinting when scoring at Leicester 17 days ago and, although she was all out to hold on, a 2 lb rise doesn't look sufficient to prevent the follow up in a thin race. Flying Barty made a satisfactory start for her new yard at Bath 3 weeks ago and may come on for the run.


19:20 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 18f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (6) Tara Iti (3.33/1 +5%)
Tara Iti

3.33/1(+5%)
(6) Tara Iti 3.33/1, C&D winner. Latest win in hurdle here in April. Creditable neck second of 8 to Fanfaron Dino in handicap hurdle (7/4) here last time. Likely to be on the premises again.
In good form but may need to find a bit more to win this.
2
2nd (7) Man Of The Sea (16/1 +11%)
Man Of The Sea

16/1(+11%)
(7) Man Of The Sea 16/1, Fairly useful Flat winner who also scored over hurdles in Jersey in July and landed a 2m Stratford handicap on his return to Britain in October. Below form both subsequent starts, though.
Has won off this mark; well beaten at Plumpton on return from a break; better needed.
3
3rd (5) Phoenix Risen (5/1 -11%)
Phoenix Risen

5/1(-11%)
(5) Phoenix Risen 5/1, Has got his act together since the cheekpieces went on, scoring twice at Taunton in April. Good second at Newton Abbot since and every reason to think he'll give another good account.
Two Taunton wins; possible excuses for latest defeat; could go close in this.
4
4th (3) Cornicello (12/1 +0%)
Cornicello

12/1(+0%)
(3) Cornicello 12/1, Fair Flat performer in Germany and easily gained second hurdles win at Wincanton in November. Needs to bounce back from a couple of tame efforts.
Two wins last autumn but hasn't found that form so far this spring; blinkers fitted.
5th
5th (2) Fanfaron Dino (2.5/1 +38%)
Fanfaron Dino

2.5/1(+38%)
(2) Fanfaron Dino 2.5/1, Career best when winning 8-runner handicap hurdle (9/2) at this C&D (good to firm) 19 days ago by neck from Tara Iti, keeping on well. Solid profile on this sort of ground and should go well again.
Back to best when narrowly beating Tara Iti over C&D last month; chances off 4lb higher.
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6th (4) Glimpse Of Gold (11/1 +56%)
Glimpse Of Gold

11/1(+56%)
(4) Glimpse Of Gold 11/1, Veteran who recorded hat-trick in small fields last summer but not scored since and makes limited appeal despite his tumbling mark.
Hasn't found his form in recent starts and has a rival for usual front-running role.
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|PU| (1) Pak Army (3.33/1 -90%)
Pak Army

3.33/1(-90%)
(1) Pak Army 3.33/1, Different proposition for this yard since blinkers and tongue tie have been reapplied, completing a four-timer from the front (second leg on Flat) when seeing off 6 rivals at Stratford 13 days ago. Obvious claims.
Front-runner; has won last four starts; up 8lb for Stratford win; hard to catch again.
LTO Selection:

19:20 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 18f Race Class Flow

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

PAK ARMY hasn't looked back since enjoying a switch of headgear in early April and his latest 8lb rise in the handicap might not prevent a four-timer in this sphere. Phoenix Risen was foiled in his quest to land a hat-trick when runner-up at Newton Abbot last month, but Jeremy Scott's six-year-old is expected to remain competitive off the same mark here. Little separates Fanfaron Dino and Tara Iti judged on May's C&D encounter and neither can be ruled out.

FANFARON DINO is progressive when faced with firmish ground and he's fancied to follow up his C&D win 19 days ago. Tara Iti was runner-up that day and should make his presence felt again, while Pak Army is worthy of respect as he bids to land a cross-code five-timer.


19:25 Fairyhouse Handicap 14f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Night Sparkle (2.75/1 +31%)
Night Sparkle

2.75/1(+31%)
(3) Night Sparkle 2.75/1, Didn't need to improve to win 17-runner juvenile hurdle at Punchestown (15.8f, good to soft, 5/4) 24 days ago, pushed out. Can give a good account back on the Flat.
Best form in Britain at this trip on quick ground; hurdle winner last month; respected.
2
2nd (7) Vera Verto (6.5/1 -30%)
Vera Verto

6.5/1(-30%)
(7) Vera Verto 6.5/1, 12/1, ninth of 14 in novice chase at Kilbeggan (19.1f, good to soft) 35 days ago. Fairly useful on the Flat, respectable on last Flat outing. Not taken lightly.
Better known over jumps these days but sole Flat outing for this yard was okay.
3
3rd (8) Galactica (20/1 +20%)
Galactica

20/1(+20%)
(8) Galactica 20/1, Tenth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good, 9/1) 29 days ago. Poor on last Flat outing.
Winner on the level in France; not shown much over timber for this yard; tough mark.
4
4th (11) Crystal Caves (10/1 +38%)
Crystal Caves

10/1(+38%)
(11) Crystal Caves 10/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, career best when winning 9-runner handicap (9/4) at Newcastle (12.4f), staying on well. Off 8 months. First run for yard after leaving William Haggas.
Improving on AW towards end of her time with William Haggas; new yard are flying.
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5th (4) Black Hawk Eagle (3.33/1 -141%)
Black Hawk Eagle

3.33/1(-141%)
(4) Black Hawk Eagle 3.33/1, Winner at Navan in March. 5/1, good second of 18 in handicap at the Curragh (14f, good) 19 days ago, meeting interference at a crucial stage. Expected to be bang there.
First Flat win at Navan in March and only beaten half a length latest; unexposed up 3lb.
6th
6th (1) Cozone (16/1 -33%)
Cozone

16/1(-33%)
(1) Cozone 16/1, No impact in maiden hurdles last twice, but he is fairly useful on the Flat, including a 2m Dundalk win in November. Never won off a mark this high, though.
Very best Flat form at 2m; effective at this trip but mark reflects his consistency.
7th
7th (2) Dartan (3.5/1 +71%)
Dartan

3.5/1(+71%)
(2) Dartan 3.5/1, Notched Flat wins at Dundalk (2m) and Navan (13f) in March 2022. Completed a hat-trick when landing a maiden hurdle in May of last year but not seen again until well held in a Punchestown handicap hurdle 7 weeks ago.
Entitled to have needed latest outing; feasibly treated if back to his best Flat form.
8th
8th (6) Dalvey (18/1 -29%)
Dalvey

18/1(-29%)
(6) Dalvey 18/1, Sixth of 16 in novice hurdle at Punchestown (15.8f, good to soft, 33/1) 24 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Fairly useful on the all weather, poor on last Flat run.
6th over timber latest; form dipped on last 2 Flat outings; good mark if he bounces back.
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9th (5) One Cool Poet (28/1 +44%)
One Cool Poet

28/1(+44%)
(5) One Cool Poet 28/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2019. 66/1, tenth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (12f), slowly away. Off 7 months.
Can be slowly away, as seen on his latest start in November; record fresh not inspiring.
10th
10th (13) Delta Dawn (80/1 -60%)
Delta Dawn

80/1(-60%)
(13) Delta Dawn 80/1, 100/1 and blinkered for 1st time, last of 17 in handicap at the Curragh (12f, good to soft). Off 11 months. Cheekpieces on for 1st time.
Shown little in 2 runs since leaving Aidan O'Brien and off 335 days; cheekpieces on.
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11th (9) Turf Range (25/1 -79%)
Turf Range

25/1(-79%)
(9) Turf Range 25/1, Latest win at Dundalk in March. 25/1, tenth of 14 in handicap at Leopardstown (12.8f, good) 8 days ago.
3 of his 4 wins at this trip but all on AW; hasn't shown enough back on turf of late.
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12th (10) Kingsofthemidlands (33/1 +34%)
Kingsofthemidlands

33/1(+34%)
(10) Kingsofthemidlands 33/1, 100/1, seventeenth of 18 in handicap at the Curragh (14f, good) 19 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Risky proposition at present.
0-14; lost his way of late; tough looking mark; tongue-tie.
LTO Selection:

19:25 Fairyhouse Handicap 14f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

BLACK HAWK EAGLE, who has looked a different proposition since returning from a winter break, can record his second win of the campaign. The Noel Meade-trained five-year-old easily landed a Navan handicap on his reappearance in March and showed that he could cope with the subsequent hike when going close at the Curragh last month. Dropping down in grade now, he should prove difficult to beat. Dartan was in rude health at the end of last season, winning his final two starts for Matthew Smith. Fitness is seldom a concern with runners from this stable, so the former German trained six-year-old has to be a serious threat. Towards the foot of the handicap, the eye is drawn to Pretty Soldier having his first start for new connections. A five-time winner in Germany, he could be well handicapped in this country.

BLACK HAWK EAGLE is building up a very solid record in handicaps on the Flat. He may well have won again at the Curragh last time but for meeting trouble at a crucial stage and can gain compensation now. British Flat winner Night Sparkle has been in good form over hurdles since joining Michael O'Callaghan and might give the selection most to think about ahead of Gavin Cromwell's Vera Verto, who arrives fit from jumping and was placed on her most recent Flat start.

Arriving on the back of a career best at the Curragh last month, BLACK HAWK EAGLE, should give a good account and he's still unexposed


19:35 Aintree Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 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 (2) Father Of Jazz (2.25/1 -29%)
Father Of Jazz

2.25/1(-29%)
(2) Father Of Jazz 2.25/1, Useful Flat winner for Roger Varian but didn't quite match expectations in a trio of hurdle starts for Dan Skelton. Back on track after stable switch when winning 11-runner novice at Kempton in May and followed up under a penalty over C&D last time. More to come now handicapping.
Smart on the Flat; has won two novice hurdles for new yard; chance on handicap debut.
2
2nd (1) Hurricane Ali (4/1 +0%)
Hurricane Ali

4/1(+0%)
(1) Hurricane Ali 4/1, Genuine type who won 3 times last season, including this corresponding event and showed the benefit of a recent run when third in 11-runner event at Warwick (2m) 23 days ago. Likely to give another good account.
Won this race in 2022; now 6lb higher; close third last time and should go well again..
3
3rd (6) Chaos Control (3/1 +14%)
Chaos Control

3/1(+14%)
(6) Chaos Control 3/1, Fairly useful handicapper on Flat who struck at the third time of asking over hurdles in a Market Rasen juvenile before a respectable sixth in Anniversary Hurdle (Grade 1) at the Grand National meeting. Had little go right back down in grade at Warwick last time and remains of interest.
Maiden hurdle winner in February who met trouble in running when 7th last time; a possible.
4
4th (3) El Borracho (3.5/1 +42%)
El Borracho

3.5/1(+42%)
(3) El Borracho 3.5/1, Likeable, versatile campaigner who completed a hurdles/chase hat-trick at Wetherby (15f) in October. Added to his tally on the Flat at Thirsk in May and shaped as if still in good form at back hurdling at Bangor 2 weeks later. Nudged up 3 lb but ought to remain competitive.
Clear of a subsequent winner when second at Bangor last time and is worth considering.
5th
5th (4) Gumball (10/1 +29%)
Gumball

10/1(+29%)
(4) Gumball 10/1, Smart hurdler/chaser at his best but is becoming increasingly untrustworthy, reluctant to start and lost around 10 lengths on most recent outing at Cheltenham. Others appeal more.
Not in the best of form in second half of last season; on a fair mark; others stronger..
6th
6th (5) Esperti (25/1 -213%)
Esperti

25/1(-213%)
(5) Esperti 25/1, Fairly useful winning hurdler in Ireland for Peter Fahey. Returns from 8 months off and market can guide now setting out for new yard. Tongue tied.
Ex-Irish maiden hurdle winner; probably best watched on debut for hew yard after a break.
LTO Selection:

19:35 Aintree Handicap Hurdle (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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

FATHER OF JAZZ kept on well to win under a penalty over C&D last month and James Owen's inmate left the impression that there would be more to come. He saw off subsequent winner State Of Bliss into third when scoring on his penultimate start and can add to his winning tally here. El Borracho finished a decent second over a similar trip at Bangor last month and is feared most, while Hurricane Ali completes the shortlist.

FATHER OF JAZZ was value for extra when defying a penalty in good style over C&D last month and, with further improvement on the cards now heading into handicaps, he's fancied to complete the hat-trick. Chaos Control can have his latest run at Warwick overlooked and rates the main threat, ahead of the likeable Hurricane Ali, who won this race last year from a 6 lb lower mark.

The smart Flat performer FATHER OF JAZZ is progressing well over hurdles and is taken to complete a hat-trick on his handicap debut.


19:45 Cork Handicap 7f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (14) Chica Power (14/1 -17%)
Chica Power

14/1(-17%)
(14) Chica Power 14/1, Run best excused when eleventh of 15 in handicap (20/1) at Listowel (8f, good) 12 days ago, going off too hard.
Lots of improvement needed on two recent runs over 1m, drop in trip will suit.
2
2nd (12) Swiss Army Officer (8.5/1 +29%)
Swiss Army Officer

8.5/1(+29%)
(12) Swiss Army Officer 8.5/1, Made a successful return at Roscommon in May but went backwards from that at Listowel (8f, good, 9/2) 12 days ago, weakening when hampered final 1f. Bounce back needed.
Not much luck in running at Listowel since so not one to rule out given a clearer run.
3
3rd (17) Corballis Flyer (14/1 +65%)
Corballis Flyer

14/1(+65%)
(17) Corballis Flyer 14/1, Modest handicapper who shaped as if amiss at Gowran (8.3f, heavy) on final outing in October. Needs to have benefited from a break.
Seasonal return and probably best watched from 5lb out of handicap.
4
4th (11) Hastily (28/1 +30%)
Hastily

28/1(+30%)
(11) Hastily 28/1, Opened her account at the second attempt in handicaps over C&D in August. Proved a disappointment at Naas 9 days later though and not seen since.
C&D winner last August returns from lengthy absence and may need this.
5th
5th (9) Final Check (28/1 -100%)
Final Check

28/1(-100%)
(9) Final Check 28/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 50/1, seventh of 8 in maiden at Listowel (6.3f, good) 12 days ago. Makes handicap debut and improvement required.
Unexposed 3yo entering handicap company; yard has a decent strike rate.
6th
6th (8) Markievicz (8/1 -23%)
Markievicz

8/1(-23%)
(8) Markievicz 8/1, Scored at Navan in May and run best excused at the Curragh (6.3f, good) 9 days ago, unable to sustain effort having been stuck out on wing.
Navan winner's 11lb rise has her in the handicapper's grasp now.
7th
7th (5) I Know I Can (22/1 +0%)
I Know I Can

22/1(+0%)
(5) I Know I Can 22/1, Remains a maiden after 22 Flat runs and was again below form after 3 months off when sixth of 13 in handicap at Sligo (5.7f, soft) 47 days ago, never nearer. Back up in trip.
Ground against him on turf return in April, could have more to offer back on this surface.
8th
8th (22) Inthepoorhouse (14/1 +50%)
Inthepoorhouse

14/1(+50%)
(22) Inthepoorhouse 14/1, Modest maiden. 11/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at Roscommon (7.2f, good) 15 days ago. Eased 4 lb but needs to up his game.
Good Curragh run in April but disappointing since; looks to have it to do off this mark.
9th
9th (16) Cheeky Peek (16/1 +68%)
Cheeky Peek

16/1(+68%)
(16) Cheeky Peek 16/1, Fifth of 11 in handicap at this C&D (soft, 10/1) 42 days ago.
Some fair C&D form but hard to see her playing a major role; 7lb wrong.
10th
10th (1) Maid To Shine (16/1 +27%)
Maid To Shine

16/1(+27%)
(1) Maid To Shine 16/1, Winner at Dundalk in February. Fourteenth of 17 in handicap at Leopardstown (8f, good, 28/1) 8 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
Struggled to get home on turf of late; down in grade but top-weight opposable.
11th
11th (7) Kami (33/1 -18%)
Kami

33/1(-18%)
(7) Kami 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 40/1, last of 8 in handicap at Sligo (10.4f, good to soft) 31 days ago. Significantly back down in trip.
Contrasting trips for opening handicap efforts in the spring, this trip could suit.
12th
12th (19) Golden Days (2.75/1 +58%)
Golden Days

2.75/1(+58%)
(19) Golden Days 2.75/1, C&D winner who wasn't disgraced after 7 months off on first run since leaving Tracey Collins when ¾-length fourth of 15 to Swiss Army Officer in handicap at Roscommon (7.4f, good to soft) 25 days ago. Should go well again.
Encouraging seasonal return at Roscommon makes her a player if handling wide draw.
13th
13th (23) Allie Bear (14/1 +65%)
Allie Bear

14/1(+65%)
(23) Allie Bear 14/1, Lightly-raced maiden who failed to improve sent handicapping when seventh of 23 to Markievicz at Navan (5.8f, soft, 66/1) 34 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Back up in trip.
Unexposed 3yo with longer trip to suit and potential improver.
14th
14th (20) Short N Sweet (100/1 -100%)
Short N Sweet

100/1(-100%)
(20) Short N Sweet 100/1, Tailed-off last of 23 to Markievicz in handicap at Navan (5.8f, soft, 80/1) 34 days ago, ridden too aggressively. Back up in trip.
Beaten just one rival in two starts this campaign; hard to see her making the breakthrough.
15th
15th (3) Rockbury Lad (4/1 -60%)
Rockbury Lad

4/1(-60%)
(3) Rockbury Lad 4/1, Maiden who shaped as if still in good form when fourth of 14 in handicap at Naas (8f, heavy) 53 days ago, unable to sustain effort having made headway out wide. Remains of interest.
On a competitive mark and one to consider although draw not ideal.
16th
16th (6) Mass Gathering (20/1 +50%)
Mass Gathering

20/1(+50%)
(6) Mass Gathering 20/1, Respectable fourth of 12 in claimer at Tipperary (7.5f, good, 25/1) 17 days ago. Likely to find life tougher back in handicap company.
Encouraging run in Tipperary claimer but 2lb rise for that doesn't do her any favours.
17th
17th (21) Talking Tough (50/1 -25%)
Talking Tough

50/1(-25%)
(21) Talking Tough 50/1, Thirty eight runs since last win in 2020 and was well held after 6 months off at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 15 days ago.
Good second at Killarney last summer hasn't been neared since; 1lb wrong.
18th
18th (24) Lady Skipper (25/1 -14%)
Lady Skipper

25/1(-14%)
(24) Lady Skipper 25/1, 20/1, again ran below form when seventh of 16 in handicap at Gowran (9.4f, good) 11 days ago. Back down in trip. Visor on for 1st time.
Extended 1m1f probably too far last time, return to this trip should suit; visor tried.
19th
19th (18) El Maga (50/1 +0%)
El Maga

50/1(+0%)
(18) El Maga 50/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2021 and ran badly at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time.
Poor form so far this year; reduced mark but remains of limited appeal; 2lb wrong.
20th
20th (15) Amazing One (50/1 -25%)
Amazing One

50/1(-25%)
(15) Amazing One 50/1, Thirty runs since last win in 2020. Last of 13 in handicap at Dundalk (6f, 50/1). Off 121 days.
Losing run since 2020 and struggling on AW when last seen in February; 7lb wrong too.
LTO Selection:

19:45 Cork Handicap 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

GOLDEN DAYS has each-way claims in this massive field. There was plenty to like about her seasonal reappearance fourth over an extended 7f in Roscommon last month. She was beaten less than a length at the finish and there could be improvement to come particularly as she has a C&D success in the book. It was Swiss Army Officer who won that aforementioned race in Roscommon and he has an obvious chance. He wasn't at his best on his last start in Listowel but, afterwards, his jockey reported that he had to check off heels. Markievicz won in this grade on her penultimate start in Navan and is eminently capable of getting in the mix. Rockbury Lad and Mass Gathering will be eyeing prize money.

ROCKBURY LAD has shaped well on both his starts this year and can defy his current mark granted a bit of luck in running in this big field. Markievicz had an excuse last time and is better judged on her Navan success. Golden Days completes the shortlist.

After a promising recent comeback run, previous C&D winner GOLDEN DAYS gets the vote


19:50 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 12f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Fairbanks (0.4/1 +25%)
Fairbanks

0.4/1(+25%)
(4) Fairbanks 0.4/1, Much improved switched to handicaps and fitted with a visor, winning last 2 starts at Haydock at Leicester. Won by a wide margin at latter track 10 days ago so should prove hard to beat under a penalty.
2-2 in handicaps after comfortable win ten days ago; 5lb well in under penalty.
2
2nd (5) Bulldog Spirit (2.5/1 +38%)
Bulldog Spirit

2.5/1(+38%)
(5) Bulldog Spirit 2.5/1, Got back on the up when second at Windsor and showed a good attitude when going one better at Doncaster. More needed here, though.
Just did enough to prevail when upped to 1m4f this month; further progress possible.
3
3rd (1) Star Caliber (10/1 +60%)
Star Caliber

10/1(+60%)
(1) Star Caliber 10/1, On a losing run and well held all 3 starts for new yard this season.
Badly out of form for new stable this year and is the one with by far the most to prove.
LTO Selection:

19:50 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 12f Race Class Flow

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

FAIRBANKS arrives in search of a hat-trick of victories having improved since being switched into handicap company at Haydock last month. He backed that performance up at Leicester in impressive style recently and is 5lb well-in under a penalty. Golspie shaped as though he may benefit from an extra couple of furlongs when fourth at Salisbury on his second start, while Bulldog Spirit could have more to offer following his recent success at Doncaster.

FAIRBANKS has taken his form to another level since visored/sent handicapping and should prove hard to beat under a penalty given the ease of his Leicester success 10 days ago. Reina del Mar is possibly still building up her fitness after a long absence and can follow the selection home off a career-low mark.

It's hard to see beyond FAIRBANKS, who has displayed huge improvement since switched to handicaps and is 5lb well in.


19:55 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 26f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (4) Jersey Lady (4.5/1 -64%)
Jersey Lady

4.5/1(-64%)
(4) Jersey Lady 4.5/1, Cashed in off a reduced mark when striking under Victoria Malzard at Plumpton (25f, soft) last month. Followed up (again under Victoria Malzard) at Cartmel (25.4f, good) and she has to be respected in current form.
Two narrow wins under today's rider; doesn't seem to do more than necessary.
2
2nd (2) Sirobbie (2.75/1 +21%)
Sirobbie

2.75/1(+21%)
(2) Sirobbie 2.75/1, Capitalised on a drop in grade/the weights when all out to land a C&D handicap last month. Remains on a good mark up 3 lb and another bold show anticipated.
Back to form with narrow C&D win last month; 3lb rise might not stop him.
3
3rd (1) Mr Yeats (4.5/1 +10%)
Mr Yeats

4.5/1(+10%)
(1) Mr Yeats 4.5/1, Won a brace of 26.5f handicaps at Newton Abbot last September and should come on for his recent reappearance spin at Cartmel. Should make his presence felt.
Progressive and consistent last year; should be all the better for recent Cartmel return.
4
4th (5) Astroman (5/1 -43%)
Astroman

5/1(-43%)
(5) Astroman 5/1, Belatedly off the mark (fortunate winner) in 8-runner maiden hurdle at Stratford. Followed up over this C&D 7 days later and by no means disgraced back at Stratford recently, so he has to be taken seriously.
Foiled in hat-trick bid at Stratford and this might be a stronger race.
5th
5th (3) Premier D'troice (2.5/1 +29%)
Premier D'troice

2.5/1(+29%)
(3) Premier D'troice 2.5/1, Has done most of his racing over fences in recent years but he was runner-up in this sphere at Newton Abbot in April and again when narrowly outpointed at Warwick (3¼m, good) 16 days ago. Major player.
Ran well when narrowly beaten at Warwick last month; this is probably harder.
LTO Selection:

19:55 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 26f Race Class Flow

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

Sirobbie was all heart when scoring over C&D on his latest outing, but that was arguably the result of a falling handicap mark, so the vote goes to the hat-trick seeking JERSEY LADY. She kept on well to win over a similar trip at Cartmel on her most recent outing and appears the one to beat now rated 4lb higher. Premier D'troice was only narrowly denied off 3lb lower at Warwick last month and completes the shortlist.

Cases can be made for all five of these but PREMIER D'TROICE's claims are the most compelling. The 9-y-o pulled clear of the rest when going down narrowly back in this sphere at Warwick and he remains on a good mark. Sirobbie resumed winning ways over this C&D last month and he is feared most, while Astroman is best of the rest.


20:00 Fairyhouse Maiden 12f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
(13) Td's Approach (200/1 +0%)
Td's Approach

200/1(+0%)
(13) Td's Approach 200/1, Twice-raced gelding. Last of 15 in maiden (200/1) at Gowran (7f, good to soft) 44 days ago. Significantly up in trip.
Well held in both starts so far including turf debut last month.
1
1st (11) Rapparee Champ (0.8/1 +42%)
Rapparee Champ

0.8/1(+42%)
(11) Rapparee Champ 0.8/1, Highly promising type. Third of 11 in maiden at Sligo (13.2f, good to soft, 7/2) on debut 31 days ago, finishing strongly. Trainer going well. Open to significant progress.
Penny dropped late when a promising 3rd on Sligo debut and every chance he will improve.
2
2nd (8) Golden Temple (8.5/1 -183%)
Golden Temple

8.5/1(-183%)
(8) Golden Temple 8.5/1, Fairly useful gelding. Remains a maiden after 7 Flat runs. 22/1, good fourth of 13 in maiden at Tipperary (12.5f, good) 17 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Unlikely to be far away.
2nd in AW maiden in 2022; promising run latest and sets the standard but may be vulnerable.
3
3rd (7) Eastmore (11/1 +50%)
Eastmore

11/1(+50%)
(7) Eastmore 11/1, €22,000 2-y-o, Awtaad gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to high-class winner up to 1½m (including Oaks) winner Taghrooda out of smart winner up to 1¾m Ezima.
Awtaad gelding; 22,000Eur 2yo; likeable pedigree and worth a market check.
4
4th (3) Humtaza (16/1 -14%)
Humtaza

16/1(-14%)
(3) Humtaza 16/1, Thrice-raced filly. Seventh of 9 in maiden (8/1) at Roscommon (11.7f, good) 15 days ago, not knocked about.
Shown ability in 3 maidens but plenty to find here; one for h'caps at this point.
5th
5th (9) Head Of State (5/1 -82%)
Head Of State

5/1(-82%)
(9) Head Of State 5/1, Twice-raced gelding. Tongue strap on for 1st time, showed more than on debut when fifth of 6 in similar event at Roscommon (10f, good) 15 days ago. One of 2 strong contenders for the yard.
Not beaten far in either start; good chance he will see this trip out and one to consider.
6th
6th (1) Moon Over Claddagh (40/1 -21%)
Moon Over Claddagh

40/1(-21%)
(1) Moon Over Claddagh 40/1, Once-raced gelding. 66/1, ninth of 11 in maiden at Killarney (8.1f, good to soft) on debut 31 days ago, slowly away. Significantly up in trip.
Only beat 2 home on debut but shaped okay and not beaten far; should relish this trip.
7th
7th (2) Wasthatok (6/1 +73%)
Wasthatok

6/1(+73%)
(2) Wasthatok 6/1, Fairly useful jumps winner. 20/1, seventh of 12 in minor event at Listowel (13f, good) on flat debut 12 days ago.
Maiden hurdle winner; didn't translate that form to the Flat latest but worth another try.
8th
8th (12) Ravshan (12/1 +25%)
Ravshan

12/1(+25%)
(12) Ravshan 12/1, Harzand colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 7f/1m winner Rahmi and 1¼m-1½m winner Rayounpour, both useful. Stable having good spell. Check betting.
Harzand colt; half-brother to 3 useful winners; well bred newcomer; check market.
9th
9th (10) Man Of Style (100/1 -52%)
Man Of Style

100/1(-52%)
(10) Man Of Style 100/1, Twice-raced gelding. Twelfth of 13 in maiden at Gowran (8f, good to soft, 150/1). Off 9 months. Significantly up in trip. First run for yard after leaving Kieran Patrick Cotter.
Shown nothing in two starts so far and not sure to see out this new trip; yard debut.
10th
10th (4) Meoulflower (150/1 -88%)
Meoulflower

150/1(-88%)
(4) Meoulflower 150/1, Twice-raced filly. Seventh of 9 in maiden at Bellewstown (7.7f, good to soft, 200/1). Off 8 months. Significantly up in trip.
Tailed off on debut and didn't show much more second time out.
11th
11th (6) Donadea Dreamer (150/1 -50%)
Donadea Dreamer

150/1(-50%)
(6) Donadea Dreamer 150/1, Once-raced gelding. Tenth of 14 in maiden at Navan (10f, soft, 200/1) on debut 34 days ago.
Struggled when 200s for last month's debut at Navan.
12th
12th (5) Don Archilito (150/1 -355%)
Don Archilito

150/1(-355%)
(5) Don Archilito 150/1, 6,000 gns yearling, Zoffany gelding. Half-brother to 1½m/12.5f winner Emaraty Hero. Dam, 1m winner who stayed 1¼m, half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Prince d'Alienor. Wears tongue strap.
Son of Zoffany; 6,000GNS yearling; half-brother to Emaraty Hero but already gelded.
LTO Selection:

20:00 Fairyhouse Maiden 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

RAPPAREE CHAMP should be more streetwise here having caught the eye when finishing third at Sligo on his racecourse debut. On that occasion, the Churchill colt lost his position before staying on in eye catching fashion to reach the frame. With the benefit of that experience, it would be disappointing if he can't make his presence felt in this ordinary maiden. Golden Temple has an official rating of 78 after seven starts for trainer Noel Meade. First-time blinkers may help bring about some improvement but he is vulnerable to a more unexposed rival in this company. Ravshan, a half-brother to three winners, is a debutant who deserves close consideration on his first start for the Michael Halford and Tracey Collins yard.

RAPPAREE CHAMP very much caught the eye on last month's Sligo debut and can strike at the second time of asking. The selection's stablemate Head of State also showed promise at Roscommon last time and is next best ahead of Noel Meade's Golden Temple in a maiden where it's hard to make a case for many.

RAPPAREE CHAMP appeals most after an eyecatching run on debut and he would not have to improve a great deal to take this contest


20:10 Aintree Handicap Chase (Class 3) 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 (3) Blueberry Wine (4/1 +0%)
Blueberry Wine

4/1(+0%)
(3) Blueberry Wine 4/1, Likeable type who resumed winning ways in a handicap chase at Huntingdon last time. Another solid showing is on the cards.
Four chase wins, the latest at Huntingdon last month; up 5lb but should go well again.
2
2nd (4) Lermoos Legend (2.2/1 +27%)
Lermoos Legend

2.2/1(+27%)
(4) Lermoos Legend 2.2/1, Well treated and returned to form having attracted support when second at Cartmel recently. Stable continues to go well, so he makes most appeal.
Won four on the trot in summer of 2021; only one win since, but good effort latest; chance.
3
3rd (6) Bempton Cliffs (12/1 -100%)
Bempton Cliffs

12/1(-100%)
(6) Bempton Cliffs 12/1, Boasts an excellent strike rate over fences and wasn't disgraced when last seen, so he's capable of getting involved if tuned up after 7 months off.
Has won 3 of his last five races; fair second on unsuitable going when last out; a chance.
4
4th (2) Magistrato (8/1 -100%)
Magistrato

8/1(-100%)
(2) Magistrato 8/1, Fair winner over hurrdles who left form of his chasing debut well behind to land a 3-runner handicap at Warwick on final outing for Paul Nicholls. Respected 16 days later.
Ex-Paul Nicholls; hard puller; reluctant to race 2 runs ago but won next time; a possible.
5th
5th (1) Sao (2.75/1 +45%)
Sao

2.75/1(+45%)
(1) Sao 2.75/1, Not scored for some time but was better than bare result at Cartmel last time. On a handy mark and could get involved if the race is run to suit (needs a good pace).
Keen-going sort; not won since 2021; now 19lb lower; going no problem; tricky to win with.
6th
6th (5) Blaze A Trail (6/1 +14%)
Blaze A Trail

6/1(+14%)
(5) Blaze A Trail 6/1, Fair winning hurdler/chaser in Ireland who was revitalised by current yard last term, completing 5-timer in a very weak race at Fontwell back in October. Only third of 4 at Stratford on recent return but could strip fitter for it.
Front-runner; won last 5 races last term; creditable 3rd on latest start; one to consider.
LTO Selection:

20:10 Aintree Handicap Chase (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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

A winner on two of his previous three starts, BLUEBERRY WINE might still have more to offer and he is taken to defy a subsequent 5lb rise for last month's Huntingdon success. Lermoos Legend almost capitalised on a sliding handicap mark when finishing a good second at Cartmel 18 days ago and he merits respect once more, while Magistrato appeals most of the remainder.

LERMOOS LEGEND has dropped a long way in the weights and he was back on his game at Cartmel recently, so he gets the nod ahead of Magistrato, who won a weak race on his final outing for Paul Nicholls at Warwick 16 days ago. Blueberry Wine is another one to consider.

In a tricky race LERMOOS LEGEND, a good second at Cartmel last time, is taken to beat Blueberry Wine and Blaze A Trail.


20:15 Cork Handicap 7f - 23 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
(22) Poet's Pride (66/1 -100%)
Poet's Pride

66/1(-100%)
(22) Poet's Pride 66/1, Latest win at Dundalk in February. 50/1, below form seventh of 12 in claimer at Tipperary (7.5f, good) 17 days ago. Others more persuasive.
Five-time winner on AW; 0-25 record on turf is a major negative.
1
1st (14) Talia (10/1 +60%)
Talia

10/1(+60%)
(14) Talia 10/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 50/1, ninth of 10 in maiden at Naas (8f, heavy) 82 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Peter McCreery. Makes handicap debut.
Lightly raced 3yo; change of yards and quicker ground could see improvement.
2
2nd (5) Sondheim (7.5/1 +12%)
Sondheim

7.5/1(+12%)
(5) Sondheim 7.5/1, C&D winner. 10/1, good sixth of 25 in handicap at this C&D (good) 30 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time.
Last year's winner hinted at return to form over C&D last month; blinkered now.
3
3rd (18) Florence Thompson (7/1 +42%)
Florence Thompson

7/1(+42%)
(18) Florence Thompson 7/1, 20/1, first run since leaving James McAuley when good second of 16 in handicap at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 15 days ago, very much having run of race. Enters calculations.
C&D second and recent Fairyhouse second likes decent ground and should go well.
4
4th (13) Western Cape (22/1 -100%)
Western Cape

22/1(-100%)
(13) Western Cape 22/1, 4/1 and hooded for 1st time, creditable fourth of 10 in claimer at Fairyhouse (10f, good) 15 days ago. Back down in trip. Cheekpieces back on.
Below best in claimers of late; handicapper giving him a chance but others preferred.
5th
5th (2) Gobi Star (20/1 +9%)
Gobi Star

20/1(+9%)
(2) Gobi Star 20/1, 17/2, eleventh of 14 in handicap at Listowel (6.3f, good to soft) 13 days ago.
Down 7lb after two below-par runs this season; this trip stretches him.
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6th (10) Catherine Chroi (6.5/1 -44%)
Catherine Chroi

6.5/1(-44%)
(10) Catherine Chroi 6.5/1, 3/1, creditable fourth of 16 in handicap at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 15 days ago, left with too much to do. Looks competitive on form.
Flew home at Fairyhouse; worth another chance at this longer trip, big player if staying.
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7th (1) Gegenpressing (5/1 -43%)
Gegenpressing

5/1(-43%)
(1) Gegenpressing 5/1, 8/1, creditable fourth of 21 in handicap at the Curragh (6.3f, good) 9 days ago. Shortlist material.
Some solid form this year; down in grade here so respected.
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8th (3) Jabbar (40/1 +0%)
Jabbar

40/1(+0%)
(3) Jabbar 40/1, First run since leaving Andrew Balding when creditable sixth of 14 in handicap (25/1) at Dundalk (10.7f). Off 119 days. First run for yard after leaving G. O'Leary. Must improve.
Long absent until Dundalk February run; probably best watched for now.
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9th (21) It Might Be You (25/1 -56%)
It Might Be You

25/1(-56%)
(21) It Might Be You 25/1, Remains a maiden after 26 Flat runs. 22/1, third of 16 in handicap at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 15 days ago.
Split Florence Thompson and Catherine Chroi at Fairyhouse; not certain 7f will suit.
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10th (7) Trueba (33/1 -18%)
Trueba

33/1(-18%)
(7) Trueba 33/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2021. Fourteenth of 15 in handicap at Listowel (8f, good, 18/1) 12 days ago, not clear run.
Hasn't won in nearly two years and this year's form poor; hard to fancy.
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11th (23) Well Suited (7.5/1 +0%)
Well Suited

7.5/1(+0%)
(23) Well Suited 7.5/1, Thirty three runs since last win in 2021. Good second of 15 in handicap at Listowel (8f, good, 10/1) 12 days ago. Not taken lightly.
Caught late on over 1m at Listowel; drop in trip no problem and should go well again.
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12th (20) Coffeemeanscoffee (50/1 -25%)
Coffeemeanscoffee

50/1(-25%)
(20) Coffeemeanscoffee 50/1, Course winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2021. 10/1, below form ninth of 18 in handicap at this course (6f, good). Off 8 months. Tongue strap back on.
Both wins at 6f, recent form doesn't suggest a third win is imminent; 7lb wrong.
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13th (16) Merlins Muse (100/1 -150%)
Merlins Muse

100/1(-150%)
(16) Merlins Muse 100/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2019. Thirteenth of 18 in handicap (80/1) at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 15 days ago.
US winner on quick ground but hard to be confident in on recent form.
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14th (9) Eriskay (18/1 +18%)
Eriskay

18/1(+18%)
(9) Eriskay 18/1, 12/1, respectable sixth of 16 in handicap at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 15 days ago. Yard in good form. Tongue strap on 1st time.
Recent seasonal return not without promise and could be approaching a competitive mark.
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15th (24) Nation Of Stars (66/1 -65%)
Nation Of Stars

66/1(-65%)
(24) Nation Of Stars 66/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Fourteenth of 15 in handicap at Fairyhouse (6f, good, 22/1) 15 days ago, slowly away.
Recent handicap debut effort ordinary enough but dropped 7lb since so don't rule out.
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16th (12) Badinage (33/1 +18%)
Badinage

33/1(+18%)
(12) Badinage 33/1, Fifth of 18 in handicap (66/1) at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 15 days ago. Difficult ask.
Didn't run badly on recent handicap debut; could have more to offer upped in trip here.
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17th (8) Tall Story (10/1 +55%)
Tall Story

10/1(+55%)
(8) Tall Story 10/1, Remains a maiden after 24 Flat runs. 15/2 and visored for 1st time, eleventh of 15 in handicap at Roscommon (7.4f, good to soft) 25 days ago. Cheekpieces back on.
Seasonal best came on heavy; needs rain.
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18th (17) Pollanassa (6.5/1 +70%)
Pollanassa

6.5/1(+70%)
(17) Pollanassa 6.5/1, Thirteenth of 15 in handicap (17/2) at Listowel (8f, good) 12 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time , tongue strap back on.
Has struggled in handicaps this season; back in trip here with headgear combination tried.
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19th (11) Zig Zag Zyggy (18/1 +0%)
Zig Zag Zyggy

18/1(+0%)
(11) Zig Zag Zyggy 18/1, Twenty six runs since last win in 2021. Below form eighth of 18 in handicap (20/1) at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 15 days ago.
Sprint winner whose recent form not that encouraging; rare attempt at this trip.
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20th (19) Purring Along (50/1 -127%)
Purring Along

50/1(-127%)
(19) Purring Along 50/1, C&D winner. Winner here in May. 20/1, fourteenth of 16 in handicap at Fairyhouse (6f, good) 15 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time.
C&D win came on soft-to-heavy, not sure this fast ground will be in her favour.
21st
21st (4) Mumma Mac (80/1 -100%)
Mumma Mac

80/1(-100%)
(4) Mumma Mac 80/1, Seventh of 9 in handicap (4/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f), left poorly placed. Off 8 months. First run for yard after leaving Hughie Morrison.
AW winner in Britain may need this comeback run.
22nd
22nd (15) Valhalla's Dream (33/1 +18%)
Valhalla's Dream

33/1(+18%)
(15) Valhalla's Dream 33/1, Tenth of 12 in handicap at Dundalk (8f, 20/1) 66 days ago.
Restricted campaign in recent years and hard to fancy on recent evidence.
LTO Selection:

20:15 Cork Handicap 7f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

The handicapper has eased GEGENPRESSING by 3lb which enables him to drop into the basement grade, and he could do some damage. He has performed creditably in higher grades at Leopardstown, Naas and the Curragh this season. Catherine Chroi wouldn't be winning out of turn. She has been placed on her last three starts and, on each occasion, has been keeping on over shorter trips. She has a 7f success at Dundalk in the book. Well Suited had victory snatched from him in the latter stages at Listowel. That effort bodes well for a big run here. Florence Thompson is a long-standing maiden, but isn't without a chance. After a long period competing on the Polytrack in Dundalk, she raced prominently in Fairyhouse before being caught close home. She has actually been placed on her last six visits to this track. Sondheim could be in there pitching in first-time blinkers. He won this race last year.

GEGENPRESSING ran his best race of the season when fourth in a big field at the Curragh 9 days ago and looks ready to strike now dipped below his last winning mark. Well Suited and Catherine Chroi head the dangers.

Having flown home at Fairyhouse CATHERINE CHROI can reverse form with Florence Thompson and It Might Be You over this trip


20:20 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 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 (4) Island Bandit (12/1 +45%)
Island Bandit

12/1(+45%)
(4) Island Bandit 12/1, Showed improved form with blinkers applied last summer, racking up a hat-trick with wins at Newbury and Sandown (twice) over 1m. Also ran well when second at Kempton in October, but well held after 7 months off at York 20 days ago. Bounce back called for.
Completed 1m hat-trick last summer but well beaten on recent seasonal debut.
2
2nd (8) Dream Of Mischief (4.5/1 +63%)
Dream Of Mischief

4.5/1(+63%)
(8) Dream Of Mischief 4.5/1, Made the most of a drop in class fitted with cheekpieces when making his second nursery start a winning one at Lingfield (7f) in September. Not in the same form at Newmarket next time, but left poorly placed when seventh at this C&D on his return. More needed.
AW winner in September but unable to land a telling blow over C&D on recent seasonal debut.
3
3rd (7) Cancan In The Rain (4.5/1 +18%)
Cancan In The Rain

4.5/1(+18%)
(7) Cancan In The Rain 4.5/1, Off the mark at Yarmouth on his third start before disappointing back there on nursery debut next time. After 9 months off (left Chris Dwyer), shaped as if he'll be suited by 1m when fourth at the same course (7f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Merits consideration.
Shaped as though ready for 1m when fourth over 7f on seasonal/stable debut; shortlisted.
4
4th (5) Man Of Eden (1.75/1 +7%)
Man Of Eden

1.75/1(+7%)
(5) Man Of Eden 1.75/1, Irish import who landed the odds on debut for new yard in a 1m Newcastle maiden in January. Not discredited next time before shaping better than the result at this C&D on his subsequent 2 starts, caught further back than ideal on latest occasion. Leading contender.
Met traffic before running on well for fourth over C&D in May; dangerous with better luck.
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5th (1) Bling On The Music (6.5/1 -8%)
Bling On The Music

6.5/1(-8%)
(1) Bling On The Music 6.5/1, Finished down the field on his reappearance but left that run well behind when fourth of 8 in handicap at Yarmouth (1m, good to firm) 15 days ago, seeing it out back up in trip despite racing freely. Needs to build on his latest effort.
Back on track with fair fourth this month but tendency to race too freely remains a worry.
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6th (6) Monty Bay (7/1 -27%)
Monty Bay

7/1(-27%)
(6) Monty Bay 7/1, Making his first start on turf, continued his progress when winning 10-runner minor event at Chepstow (7.1f, good to firm) a fortnight ago, having a bit in hand. Will go on improving so he's one to note as he makes his handicap debut.
Won recent 7f maiden quite stylishly; should have more to offer in handicaps.
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7th (3) Cliffs Of Capri (14/1 -40%)
Cliffs Of Capri

14/1(-40%)
(3) Cliffs Of Capri 14/1, Having his first start on turf since 2021 (headgear reapplied), took a step back in the right direction when fifth of 11 at Pontefract (1m, good) at the end of May. Ran to a similar level at Windsor 10 days later, but it's now 20 runs since his last success.
No win since 2020 but has posted two good efforts since returned to turf last month.
LTO Selection:

20:20 Goodwood Handicap (Class 4) 8f Race Class Flow

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

Rawyaan sets the standard having hit the crossbar off this mark at Brighton late last month, but marginal preference is for the unexposed MONTY BAY. Clive Cox's gelding has progressed with each start and got off the mark over 7f at Chepstow two weeks ago. Off an opening mark of 81, the son of Night Of Thunder could be hard to beat on his handicap bow. Others who make the shortlist are Man Of Eden and Cliffs Of Capri.

MAN OF EDEN has shaped better than the result at this C&D on his last 2 starts, caught further back than ideal when finishing fourth on his latest outing, so he could be ready to gain a first handicap success this time around. Monty Bay is feared most as he makes his handicap debut, while Cancan In The Rain could have more to offer upped in trip.

After coming from the back of the field to win a Chepstow maiden cosily, MONTY BAY might follow up on today's handicap debut.


20:25 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 26f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Baby Sham (4/1 -45%)
Baby Sham

4/1(-45%)
(3) Baby Sham 4/1, Cashed in on a career-low mark in 9-runner handicap at Fakenham last month. Continued the good work when runner-up at Stratford a fortnight ago and now tackles a new trip.
Has been running well at up to 2m6f and decent chance if staying this trip.
2
2nd (4) Milanese Rose (2.5/1 +0%)
Milanese Rose

2.5/1(+0%)
(4) Milanese Rose 2.5/1, Produced just about her best effort yet when runner-up at Plumpton (25f, good) in October and she stuck to her task well when fifth in a better race than this on last month's return to action, Major claims of shedding maiden tag.
0-14 in career but has run well enough on occasions to have chances.
3
3rd (5) Here's Bingo (12/1 -50%)
Here's Bingo

12/1(-50%)
(5) Here's Bingo 12/1, Long-standing maiden who was in good heart at Uttoxeter in spring of 2021. Not seen under Rules since and while he was won between the flags, he ran out in that code last month.
Point winner in April but form in that arena is modest.
4
4th (2) Monty's Award (2/1 +60%)
Monty's Award

2/1(+60%)
(2) Monty's Award 2/1, C&D winner in October and followed up at Huntingdon 4 weeks later. Not been in same form more recently, including in re-fitted cheekpieces last time but assessor giving this veteran every chance.
C&D winner last October; yet to find his best this spring; on a good mark now.
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|PU| (1) Times Are Blue (4/1 +0%)
Times Are Blue

4/1(+0%)
(1) Times Are Blue 4/1, Overcame inexperience to make winning debut in a Plumpton bumper a year ago and solid start over hurdles when runner-up in a Hereford novice in October (shaped like a stayer). Well held in 2 quick runs the following month and looked in need of this test when third on handicap debut. Cheekpieces on.
Well beaten third on handicap debut; cheekpieces on and up in trip.
LTO Selection:

20:25 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 26f Race Class Flow

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

This represents a drop in class for the relatively unexposed TIMES ARE BLUE, who is entitled to come on from his return off a break over 2m3f at this track last month. A stiffer stamina test, combined with first-time cheekpieces, could seal the deal for Oliver Sherwood's five-year-old and he is fancied to get the better of Baby Sham, who retains the mark from her recent second at Stratford earlier this month. The veteran in the field, 11-year-old Monty's Award, looks the pick of the remainder.

MILANESE ROSE has yet to win a race but probably won't get a better chance in truth on the back of an encouraging reappearance in a deeper handicap than this at Huntingdon last month. This is unlikely to be a thorough test at the trip, so Baby Sham's relative speed brings her firmly into the mix.


20:30 Fairyhouse Handicap 12f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Speed Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (8) Out On Friday (6/1 +29%)
Out On Friday

6/1(+29%)
(8) Out On Friday 6/1, 11/1, won 15-runner handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 7 days ago, kept up to work. Should give another good account.
Struggling prior to wide margin C&D win last week; 14lb higher mark makes life tough.
2
2nd (16) No Hassle (4.5/1 +44%)
No Hassle

4.5/1(+44%)
(16) No Hassle 4.5/1, Very good second of 15 in handicap at Cork (10.1f, good, 12/1) 30 days ago, finishing well. One to be interested in.
0-6; only beaten a short head latest and probably should have won; ought to go well.
3
3rd (13) Tastyee (4.5/1 +40%)
Tastyee

4.5/1(+40%)
(13) Tastyee 4.5/1, Career best when winning 17-runner handicap at Tipperary (12.5f, good, 7/1) 17 days ago. Likely to be involved.
Off the mark at 14th attempt latest; 5lb rise looks lenient and unexposed at this trip.
4
4th (3) Barrys Rock (8.5/1 -89%)
Barrys Rock

8.5/1(-89%)
(3) Barrys Rock 8.5/1, 20/1, good second of 18 in handicap at this course (10f, good) 15 days ago. Should go well again.
Is 0-17; only beaten a head on return; 1lb rise looks very fair; should relish this trip.
5th
5th (4) French Company (9/1 +36%)
French Company

9/1(+36%)
(4) French Company 9/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Dundalk in January. Good sixth of 19 in handicap at Navan (13f, soft, 33/1) 34 days ago. Worthy of respect.
Very best form is on AW but effective on turf; needs to step up on what he achieved latest.
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6th (18) Enquire Within (11/1 +21%)
Enquire Within

11/1(+21%)
(18) Enquire Within 11/1, 28/1, first run since leaving Desmond McDonogh when 7¼ lengths fourth of 15 to Out On Friday in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 7 days ago, not ideally placed. Solid claims if he can build on that.
0-16; encouraging yard debut with C&D 4th last week; each-way squeak.
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7th (11) Kartayaz (18/1 -29%)
Kartayaz

18/1(-29%)
(11) Kartayaz 18/1, Respectable tenth of 17 in handicap at Navan (10f, good to soft, 22/1) 5 days ago. Not completely discounted.
Good AW run in April but struggled since and best form is over shorter.
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8th (10) Make The Switch (80/1 -142%)
Make The Switch

80/1(-142%)
(10) Make The Switch 80/1, Latest win at Dundalk in March. 40/1, last of 14 in handicap at Leopardstown (12.8f, good) 8 days ago. Hard to make a case for.
Got head back in front in AW claimer in March but well below that level in 2 h'caps since.
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9th (12) Supreme Law (8/1 -33%)
Supreme Law

8/1(-33%)
(12) Supreme Law 8/1, Creditable fourth of 21 in handicap at Leopardstown (12f, good, 7/1) 28 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time.
0-12; beaten half a length on AW in March; hasn't gone on from that.
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10th (17) Deuteronomy (28/1 +0%)
Deuteronomy

28/1(+0%)
(17) Deuteronomy 28/1, Eleventh of 14 in handicap (20/1) at Gowran (8f, good) 11 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Others make more appeal.
Below form this term and not bred to stay this sort of trip; poor draw.
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11th (6) Beer With The Boys (28/1 +44%)
Beer With The Boys

28/1(+44%)
(6) Beer With The Boys 28/1, 22/1, thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (16f). Off 6 months. Down in trip. First run for yard after leaving C. Moore. Visor back on.
Out of form on AW in winter; turf may help but likely to need this on yard debut.
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12th (5) Shamad (80/1 -60%)
Shamad

80/1(-60%)
(5) Shamad 80/1, Eleven runs since last win in 2019. Cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, fell in handicap hurdle (18/1) at Limerick (16f, good). Off 11 months. Good on last Flat run.
Pulled up in last 3 point starts; trip/ground fine but questions to answer at this stage.
13th
13th (1) The Gossiper (4/1 +47%)
The Gossiper

4/1(+47%)
(1) The Gossiper 4/1, Promising individual. Useful winner at 17f in bumpers. 11/4, bit below form eighth of 19 in handicap at Navan (13f, heavy) 55 days ago. Remains with potential in this sphere.
Smart bumper sort but hasn't translated that to level; quicker ground may help.
LTO Selection:

20:30 Fairyhouse Handicap 12f Race Speed Rating Flow

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

Three-time bumper winner THE GOSSIPER should be difficult to beat now that he drops into the bottom grade for the first time. The son of Dylan Thomas handled good ground last summer, so might find improvement now that he has his first run on the Flat under such conditions. Recent course and distance winner Out On Friday has to have every chance despite a 14lb higher mark. The Philip Byrne-trained seven-year-old has won off similar ratings in the past and showed that he was in rude health when readily accounting for the opposition last time. Barrys Rock remains a maiden after 17 starts but couldn't have gone much closer than when beaten a head at this track earlier in the month. It is surely only a matter of time before the Haatef gelding makes a well deserved breakthrough.

NO HASSLE shaped well when second at Cork recently and she's worth a chance to go one better at the expense of Barrys Rock, who was runner-up in a competitive event here last time.

NO HASSLE was only narrowly denied at Cork last month where she would have won if she had kept straight and she can go one better


20:45 Aintree Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 25f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (3) Born Famous (2.5/1 +25%)
Born Famous

2.5/1(+25%)
(3) Born Famous 2.5/1, Failed to win in Ireland but different proposition for new yard, winning handicap hurdle and chase Perth in recent months. Had plenty in hand over fences last time and likely to make a bold bid for the hat-trick back hurdling.
Ex-Irish; has won over hurdles (2m4f) and fences (3m) for new yard; going suits; chance.
2
2nd (4) Dicey Rielly (3/1 -9%)
Dicey Rielly

3/1(-9%)
(4) Dicey Rielly 3/1, Got off the mark in a chase at Ffos Las (19f) in April and shrugged off a lesser run over fences there a month later when landing a 23f Worcester handicap hurdle 13 days ago. Stable in cracking form and 7 lb rise seems unlikely to prevent another prominent showing.
Two wins from three starts this year, the latest a 2m7f h'cap hurdle; up 7lb; a possible.
3
3rd (6) Emily Wade (2.75/1 +45%)
Emily Wade

2.75/1(+45%)
(6) Emily Wade 2.75/1, Hasn't done much wrong since switched to handicaps in this sphere, winning at Southwell (20.5f) in March and good second on all 3 outings since, the latest when stepped up to 3m+ for the first time at Cartmel.
Three good runs since Southwell win in March; up in the ratings, so now 11lb higher.
4
4th (7) Maroochi (8/1 -14%)
Maroochi

8/1(-14%)
(7) Maroochi 8/1, Deservedly opened her account at Newton Abbot (21.5f) last September. Looked rusty after 6 months off when fifth back at Newton Abbot 16 days ago. Needs to have come on for that.
Several good runs last summer (fell last two starts); should come on for reappearance run.
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5th (2) Nora The Xplorer (7/1 -8%)
Nora The Xplorer

7/1(-8%)
(2) Nora The Xplorer 7/1, Pair of mares' novice wins at up to 3m early in 2022 and plenty of creditable efforts in handicaps since, including recent second of 9 at Stratford. Likely to be in the shake-up again.
Failed to win last season but good second at Stratford last time (now 3lb higher); chance.
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6th (5) Martalindy (14/1 +0%)
Martalindy

14/1(+0%)
(5) Martalindy 14/1, Won a weak mares' maiden hurdle at Huntingdon last autumn. Only sixth on handicap debut back from a break in April and stopped as if amiss (reported to have made a respiratory noise) when pulled up at Newcastle since. Others are more obvious.
Won a 4-runner Huntingdon mares' maiden hurdle in October; mainly disappointing since.
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7th (8) Miss Pearl (28/1 -75%)
Miss Pearl

28/1(-75%)
(8) Miss Pearl 28/1, Shaped better than previously in a first-time hood/under a change of tactics when fourth of 11 in maiden at Ludlow (21f, good to soft) last month but disappointing sixth of 7 on 3m Ffos Las handicap debut since.
Ex-Irish; fair fourth over 2m5f two runs back, but tailed off over 3m last time.
LTO Selection:

20:45 Aintree Handicap Hurdle (Class 4) 25f Race Class Flow

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

Now 2-2 since joining the Iain Jardine stable, with the latest of her successes coming over fences, it might pay to side with BORN FAMOUS as she goes in search of a hat-trick. Recent Worcester scorer Dicey Rielly merits the utmost respect despite a 7lb rise in the handicap, along with Nora The Xplorer. Emily Wade continues to run well in defeat and can't be ruled out either.

BORN FAMOUS has been transformed by the switch to Iain Jardine and is taken to extend her winning run for her new yard to 3. Dicey Rielly quickened clear in good style at Worcester last time and is feared most for the in-form Peter Bowen team. The consistent Emily Wade is also respected.

Recent Worcester winner DICEY RIELLY is taken to follow up with the in-form Born Famous also likely to give a good account.


21:00 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 19f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info Form Odds Key Rating Ability Rating Horse Pace Prediction A.I Rating Movement Class Runs LTO Speed Top Speed WSR TF Rating Course Going Distance Timespeed OR Tips Win % Place % Betfair Place % Weight Runs Age Comments
1
1st (1) He's A Latchico (0.83/1 +34%)
He's A Latchico

0.83/1(+34%)
(1) He's A Latchico 0.83/1, Fairly useful handicapper on the Flat and left previous hurdling efforts behind when running out a comfortable winner at this track a month ago. Should follow up if he gets the longer trip.
Justified support when winning here on handicap debut and live chance up 6lb.
2
2nd (5) Miss Fedora (5.5/1 +8%)
Miss Fedora

5.5/1(+8%)
(5) Miss Fedora 5.5/1, Made an encouraging start to her career when second at Fontwell in September. More miss than hit since but this step up in trip could help.
Improved in latest two starts; should like step up in trip and each-way hopes, at least.
3
3rd (8) Solid Fuel (33/1 -106%)
Solid Fuel

33/1(-106%)
(8) Solid Fuel 33/1, Little impact over hurdles so far and looks up against it once more.
Maiden; tends to show his best at Huntingdon.
4
4th (7) Testflight (6.5/1 -95%)
Testflight

6.5/1(-95%)
(7) Testflight 6.5/1, Lightly raced and has shaped better than the result on his last 2 starts, tiring after making a big move into contention at Newton Abbot last time. Considered.
Failed to justify support latest but earlier efforts give him a chance.
5th
5th (6) Bolberry Down (11/1 +45%)
Bolberry Down

11/1(+45%)
(6) Bolberry Down 11/1, Unreliable type who was pulled up at this course last time. Hard to make a solid case for.
Second over 2m1f here in April but has been pulled up in four other handicap attempts.
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6th (3) Walk In The Storm (6/1 +8%)
Walk In The Storm

6/1(+8%)
(3) Walk In The Storm 6/1, Bumper winner who has shaped with encouragement over hurdles. Bit disappointing at Bangor last time but returns from a break in cheekpieces with his stable going well.
Good second on handicap debut but not so good next time; cheekpieces replace tongue-strap.
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7th (2) Guguss Collonges (14/1 +30%)
Guguss Collonges

14/1(+30%)
(2) Guguss Collonges 14/1, Took a step back in right direction when fourth of 10 in handicap chase at Ludlow in December but not in same form since. Back over hurdles but others are more persuasive.
Mixed record in this yard and was pulled up in a chase last month.
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|PU| (4) Luminaries (33/1 -83%)
Luminaries

33/1(-83%)
(4) Luminaries 33/1, Offered very little in 5 starts thus far, latest latest in a handicap at Worcester 3 weeks ago, and is hard to recommend.
Well beaten all five starts, the latest at Worcester last month.
LTO Selection:

21:00 Fontwell Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 19f Race Class Flow

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

Although He's A Latchico took a big step forward when scoring on his handicap bow over an extended 2m1f last month, he has to shoulder top-weight, as well as a 6lb raised mark here. Therefore, the vote goes to the reopposing MISS FEDORA, who is 7lb better off with her rival than when finishing in third behind the selection during the first-mentioned contest. Walk In The Storm is another to consider in first-time cheekpieces.

HE'S A LATCHICO opened his account over hurdles last time and his Flat form would suggest that he's still well treated, so he gets the nod ahead of Walk In The Storm, who is back from a break and represents an in-form yard. Testflight is also of interest.


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