There were 53 Races on Thursday 16th October 2025 across 7 meetings. There was 7 races at Ffos Las, 8 races at Curragh, 7 races at Carlisle, 7 races at Brighton, 7 races at Thurles, 9 races at Chelmsford City, 8 races at Southwell, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.
The data in the racecards below is for the past year. View the racecard key.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (1) (11/4 -47%)Calme Olympien |
11/4(-47%) | (1) Calme Olympien 11/4, Ran to form when finishing 1 1/2l third in a conditions race over 2m3f at Fontainebleau on his most recent outing. The trainer is in form, and he returns from a long layoff. Effective from 2m2f to 2m5f and handles plenty of cut, having shown useful form in France. Placed twice on slow ground in France towards end of last year; British debut today. |
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2nd (3) (3/1 +25%)Minella Apprentice |
3/1(+25%) | (3) Minella Apprentice 3/1, Made a very promising debut when winning a maiden over 3m at Ballyragget by 3/4l. A 3m point winner who is expected to have more to come under rules. Made winning Irish point debut in March and looks an interesting recruit for Evan Williams. |
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3rd (2) (8/11 +0%)Fairlawn Skipper |
8/11(+0%) | (2) Fairlawn Skipper 8/11, Ran to the level of his bumper form when 8 1/4l third in a maiden hurdle over 2m7f at Uttoxeter on his latest start. Effective from 2m to 3m and appears suited by a sound surface, showing signs of progression. Bumper winner who made a satisfactory hurdle debut over 2m7f last month. |

Fairlawn Skipper is likely to make the running and he can make this a good test for his two rivals. The betting market is sure to be helpful with regards to point-to-point winner Minella Apprentice. His dam stayed well over hurdles and the son of Jukebox Jury could have a bright future. However, CALME OLYMPIEN's French hurdles form sets a fair standard and that previous experience could be a key asset.

His two opponents are tricky to evaluate but FAIRLAWN SKIPPER ran fairly well on his hurdling debut and gets the vote.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (1) (7/2 -27%)Acclamatic |
7/2(-27%) | (1) Acclamatic 7/2, Ran to form in first-time cheekpieces when second, beaten 5 1/2l, in a maiden over 9f at Tipperary last time. Stays 9f, handles soft ground; tall colt who should make steady progress. Yard won this last year. Placed on all three starts, apparent selected for trainer who also saddles three newcomers. |
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2nd (12) (10/3 +17%)The Shandyman |
10/3(+17%) | (12) The Shandyman 10/3, Showed minor promise on debut when beaten 7l in a maiden over 7f at Naas. Has a wide draw; bred to want further than 7f and was well fancied first time out. Should progress. Unplaced favourite on debut in 7f Naas maiden, extra furlong should help, likely contender. |
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3rd (5) (6/5 +47%)Ardad Ned |
6/5(+47%) | (5) Ardad Ned 6/5, Very promising debut when third, beaten 3/4l, in a maiden at Navan. Effective at 1m and acts with cut; knew his job on debut but should progress a little. Met interference on debut at Navan, good effort in the circumstances, strong chance now. |
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4th (16) (66/1 +34%)Ryefield Dasher |
66/1(+34%) | (16) Ryefield Dasher 66/1, Never threatened on a modest debut when well beaten in an auction race over 7f at Naas. Can improve when stepped up to 1m or further. Big price when down the field at Naas four weeks ago, likely to need more experience. |
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5th (11) (18/1 -13%)Santa Bravado |
18/1(-13%) | (11) Santa Bravado 18/1, 19 Mar; 28,000gns Iffraaj colt; full-brother to Dibajj, high-class at 5f; trainer in form. 28,000gns yearling; 12th foal; brother to two winners including Group 3 winner Dibajj. |
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6th (8) (22/1 0%)Huff'n'puff |
22/1(0%) | (8) Huff'n'puff 22/1, 21 Feb; 15,000gns Bated Breath colt; half-brother to Bataan, useful at 7f; dam useful at 10f. Fourth foal, dam 1m2f winner, half-sister to US 1m Grade 1 winner Viadera. |
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7th (4) (125/1 -279%)Arctic Assassin |
125/1(-279%) | (4) Arctic Assassin 125/1, Never threatened after blowing the start when well beaten in a maiden at Navan on debut. Stamina on the sire's side; in good hands but may need more time. Yard won this last year. Never in contention first time out at Navan, Acclamatic is the stable's leading hope here. |
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8th (2) (14/1 +22%)Hambelton |
14/1(+22%) | (2) Hambelton 14/1, Promising debut when well beaten in a maiden over 7f here on only start. Acts with cut, and his breeding suggests he could improve for a bit further than 7f. Should improve for the experience of his debut over 7f at this venue, beaten 12l in fifth. |
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9th (3) (8/1 +60%)Omissions |
8/1(+60%) | (3) Omissions 8/1, 15 Jan; 60,000 euros breeze-up purchase by Kodiac; wide draw; good jockey booked for debut. E60,000 2yo; first foal; dam unraced half-sister to two useful winners, in good hands. |
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10th (14) (150/1 -50%)Millhone |
150/1(-50%) | (14) Millhone 150/1, Outpaced and never threatened on a modest debut when well beaten in a maiden over 7f here. Acts with cut and likely to need middle distances further down the line. Made late progress from off the pace on debut over 7f at this venue, open to improvement. |
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11th (10) (100/1 -203%)Roaming Coyote |
100/1(-203%) | (10) Roaming Coyote 100/1, 17 Mar; 13,000 euros Awtaad colt; dam very useful at 8f; may just need this experience. E13,000 yearling, second foal, dam winner and a half-sister to two useful winners.. |
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12th (6) (18/1 -80%)Augusta Rock |
18/1(-80%) | (6) Augusta Rock 18/1, 17 Mar; Australia colt; half-brother to Magical Dreamer, smart at 10f; top trainer. Yard won this last year. Dam has a solid record at stud, stablemate Acclamatic has a big edge in experience. |
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13th (7) (125/1 -150%)Showmewhen |
125/1(-150%) | (7) Showmewhen 125/1, 2 Mar; 21,000 euros Showcasing gelding; half-brother to Bastogne, very useful at 8f. Predominantly jumping stable 0-11 in juvenile races in the last five seasons. |
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14th (9) (18/1 -13%)Musashi |
18/1(-13%) | (9) Musashi 18/1, 19 Apr; 100,000 euros Saxon Warrior colt; half-brother to Cheshmeh, smart at 10f; top trainer. Yard won this last year. E100,000 yearling, half-brother to four winners, stablemate Acclamatic has experience. |
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15th (13) (250/1 -67%)Dyker Heights |
250/1(-67%) | (13) Dyker Heights 250/1, Very green on a modest debut when well beaten in a maiden at Navan. Shows some speed on the sire's side of the pedigree and looks one for further down the line. Looked very raw when failing to feature in a Navan race in which Ardad Ned was third. |
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16th (15) (300/1 -100%)Countertop |
300/1(-100%) | (15) Countertop 300/1, Continued in poor form when down the field in a maiden over 6f here most recently. Yet to show anything over 5–8f. Has run three times without showing any sign of winning potential, safe to rule out. |

Well supported on debut at Navan before finishing third, ARDAD NED can open his account at the second attempt. Short of room over two furlongs out, the Noel Meade-trained colt ran on well inside the final furlong to be beaten less than a length. With Colin Keane retaining the ride, the son of Ardad looks to have every chance of a breakthrough success. The Joseph O'Brien-trained Acclamatic has shaped well enough in three runs to suggest he can win his maiden. Runner-up in first-time cheekpieces at Tipperary last time, that headgear is retained here. The Shandyman should be all the better for his recent introduction at Naas.

Once in the clear, ARDAD NED 9nap) ran on well to take third at Navan and can score here with normal improvement
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (4) (5/1 -67%)King Ulanda |
5/1(-67%) | (4) King Ulanda 5/1, Well backed but below form when 17l third in a handicap hurdle at Bangor-on-Dee last time; not without a chance. Lightly raced 5yo who reappears having had wind surgery and could still have more to offer. |
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2nd (2) (1/1 +56%)Bel Amigo |
1/1(+56%) | (2) Bel Amigo 1/1, Needed the run when 9l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Perth last time; effective at 2-2 1/2m and should come on for that outing. Won three novice hurdles here in the spring and could build on recent good run at Perth. |
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3rd (1) (6/1 -9%)Blue Fin |
6/1(-9%) | (1) Blue Fin 6/1, Lame when finishing fourth, beaten 6 1/4l, in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f here last time; may be competitive if fit after break. Won this last year on his reappearance; ran well here in March when last seen. |
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4th (5) (4/1 -14%)V Twelve |
4/1(-14%) | (5) V Twelve 4/1, Ran to form when 6l third in a handicap over 12f at Catterick last time; effective at 2m, acts on soft and good ground, and in fair form on the Flat ahead of hurdles return. Not at very best on the Flat on last two starts but he's not ruled out off a handy mark. |
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5th (3) (9/1 0%)Hidalgo De L'isle |
9/1(0%) | (3) Hidalgo De L'isle 9/1, Fell in a handicap hurdle at Bangor-on-Dee last time when beaten; struggling for form this year and has a bit to find. Struggling when last seen but perhaps a break will have helped and he's well handicapped. |
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6th (6) (125/1 -279%)Allbetsoff |
125/1(-279%) | (6) Allbetsoff 125/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle over 2m at Hexham last time; likes to make the running and returns from a break. Runner-up at Hexham in May on stable debut but pulled up there on both runs since. |
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7th (7) (40/1 -233%)Ambassador |
40/1(-233%) | (7) Ambassador 40/1, Won by 3 1/2l off 88 at Cartmel three starts ago; unsuited by how the race developed when seventh beaten 22l off 95 last time; needs a sound surface, still well treated on old efforts but inconsistent. In good form prior to winning at Cartmel in August but soundly beaten on both runs since. |

Although yet to score in a handicap, this could be BEL AMIGO's day. Three from three at this venue, the gelding has race fitness on his side and is fancied to regain the winning thread back at his favourite track. Ambassador made all to score at Cartmel in August and is not ruled out, despite a couple of lacklustre performances since. The returning King Ulanda is also noted.

Three-time course winner BEL AMIGO ran well when third at Perth three weeks ago and earns the vote now back here.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (1) (15/2 -15%)Puddlesinthepark |
15/2(-15%) | (1) Puddlesinthepark 15/2, Scored by 7 1/2l off 101 over 3m1f at Cartmel on his penultimate start. Outpaced and below form when fifth, beaten 33l off 105 back over hurdles on quicker ground last time. Progressive over fences and goes well with cut. Four chase wins this year; didn't fire over hurdles last month; on career-high mark here. |
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2nd (3) (11/4 -22%)Neo King |
11/4(-22%) | (3) Neo King 11/4, Improved when stepped up in trip, having too much to do after conceding first run when beaten 3/4l off 106 over 3m7f at Exeter last time. A threat. Close second in Devon National in February; absent since; still has potential. |
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|PU| (2) (9/4 -237%)Another Lord |
9/4(-237%) | (2) Another Lord 9/4, Travelled well and did it cosily when landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off 103 over 3m at Uttoxeter last time. Progressive. Career-best form when winning readily over 3m last month; tries a new trip here. |

ANOTHER LORD finished best of all to score over 3m at Uttoxeter last month, giving the impression he could be even better stepped up further in trip. A 6lb rise looks fair, and he gets the vote. Runner-up in the Devon National at Exeter when last seen in February, Neo King must be of interest on his return to action, along with stablemate Puddlesinthepark, whose winning run came to an end over hurdles at Newton Abbot recently.

Preference is for ANOTHER LORD, who looked in excellent nick when winning readily over 3m at Uttoxeter last month.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (1) (2/7 +66%)State Of Madness |
2/7(+66%) | (1) State Of Madness 2/7, Off the mark on 15th attempt when well backed when landing a handicap by 3 1/2l off 52 here last time; wide draw; Darragh Keenan back on board; big chance to follow up now; looks pick on race times. Readily opened his account in C&D event last week on stable debut; leading player. |
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2nd (2) (16/1 -167%)Roman Spring |
16/1(-167%) | (2) Roman Spring 16/1, Hinted at a return to form three starts back when third at Sandown and scored by a head off 50 over C&D on penultimate start; fourth beaten 8l off 55 last time; contender. Two C&D wins this term; held by State Of Madness and Fai Fai on latest effort. |
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3rd (4) (9/2 +18%)Fai Fai |
9/2(+18%) | (4) Fai Fai 9/2, Slowly away but ended up third of 12 beaten 4l off 51 here last time; very close second over C&D time before; goes very well here; the pick on balance of form. Creditable third to State Of Madness, despite traffic issues, last week; in the mix. |
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4th (6) (22/1 +12%)Thismydream |
22/1(+12%) | (6) Thismydream 22/1, Beaten 7l in a handicap over 7f at Wolverhampton last time; effective 5/6f, acts on any; form very in and out; would need a sudden rival of form to be competitive. Inconsistent this year; ran below par over C&D in most recent turf attempt. |
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5th (5) (12/1 -60%)Grovely Belle |
12/1(-60%) | (5) Grovely Belle 12/1, Slowly away beaten 2 1/4l off 50 over 7f here last time; has been running to fair form; chance based on most recent outing at this course; not out of it. Maiden; respectable third at Brighton most recently; again has place claims. |
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6th (8) (28/1 -27%)Haveagobeau |
28/1(-27%) | (8) Haveagobeau 28/1, Well beaten in a handicap here latest; close second here two starts back as well; yet to open account in 25 starts; may contend. Behind some of today's opponents last week; remains an inconsistent maiden. |
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7th (10) (100/1 -150%)Agapanther |
100/1(-150%) | (10) Agapanther 100/1, Down the field in a handicap over 10f here most recent; blinkers first time; bit to find. Well beaten over 1m2f here last week; drops back sharply in trip. |
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8th (7) (40/1 -60%)Liricist |
40/1(-60%) | (7) Liricist 40/1, Appeared not to stay well beaten in a handicap over 8f at Bath latest; scored over 7f at Chepstow three starts back; bit to find. Not totally solid, with standout form his 66-1 win at Chepstow. |
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9th (9) (28/1 -56%)Six Of Diamonds |
28/1(-56%) | (9) Six Of Diamonds 28/1, 5l third in a handicap over 7f at Southwell most recent run; that was perhaps best effort yet in six starts; outsider. Six-race maiden; each-way possibilities, provided latest effort (AW) is backed up. |
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10th (11) (100/1 -150%)Bluesy Moon |
100/1(-150%) | (11) Bluesy Moon 100/1, Did not get a clear run down the field in a classified race at Bath most recent; visor first time; wide draw; off a short-break; bit to find. 3yo maiden; chance largely depends on how well she responds to new headgear. |
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11th (3) (50/1 -150%)Inconspicuous |
50/1(-150%) | (3) Inconspicuous 50/1, Down the field in a handicap at Nottingham most recent; generally out of form; sole win came at York on second start last summer; bit to find. Inconsistent since 2yo seller win; absent since spring; debut for new yard. |

A taking winner on his first run for new connections over C&D recently, STATE OF MADNESS is likely to have plenty more improvement forthcoming and can follow up off 8lb higher. Over three lengths behind him on that occasion was Fai Fai (third), who is now 5lb better off and is likely to feature again, along with Grovely Belle, who may be suited by dropping back in trip.

A 5lb penalty looks unlikely to stop STATE OF MADNESS (nap) from completing a C&D double. Fai Fai is second choice.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (12) (7/1 +30%)Silk Braid |
7/1(+30%) | (12) Silk Braid 7/1, 17 Feb; 14,500 euros Invincible Army filly; half-sister to Himalayan Heights, smart at 10f; looks an unlikely winner on debut. Fourth foal, half-sister to middle-distance winner Himalayan Heights, unraced dam. |
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2nd (1) (4/6 +20%)Starred |
4/6(+20%) | (1) Starred 4/6, Improved from debut with experience when finishing a length third in a maiden here last time; effective over 6f and may get 7f in time; progressing. Two C&D runs, showed major improvement from debut when third last month, leading contender. |
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3rd (7) (80/1 -21%)Final Boss |
80/1(-21%) | (7) Final Boss 80/1, Very green on a modest debut when well beaten in a 5f maiden at Down Royal; wide draw; likely to get 6f and should improve with initial experience. Dam has a decent record at stud, fair debut over 5f at Down Royal, made late headway. |
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4th (2) (15/2 -125%)Port Arthur |
15/2(-125%) | (2) Port Arthur 15/2, Very promising debut third, beaten 4 1/2l in a maiden at Naas; effective over 6f and will get further in time; knew his job on debut but should progress a little. Promising effort when third behind the two market leaders at Naas, holds an obvious chance. |
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5th (5) (9/2 +63%)Liberation Date |
9/2(+63%) | (5) Liberation Date 9/2, 10 May; 44,000gns Ghaiyyath filly; half-sister to My Kind Of Way, moderate at 8f; dam smart at 7f at 2yo; wide draw; tough enough task on debut. Half-sister to winners on the continent, dam Listed-placed 2yo winner, Colin Keane booked. |
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6th (8) (33/1 +18%)Fox In Flight |
33/1(+18%) | (8) Fox In Flight 33/1, Yard won this last year; green early on modest debut when well beaten in a maiden here; wide draw; effective at 6f with plenty of speed on the dam's side but may need more time. Slowly away over C&D first time out, well held by third-placed Starred. |
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7th (11) (33/1 -175%)Goofy Gander |
33/1(-175%) | (11) Goofy Gander 33/1, Failed to build on debut when finishing down the field in a 7f maiden here; effective over 7f and acts on soft ground; in good hands but probably one for handicaps. Failed to improve from her Galway debut when contesting a 7f maiden at this venue. |
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8th (10) (100/1 -100%)Sagasti |
100/1(-100%) | (10) Sagasti 100/1, Made too much use of on a modest debut when well beaten in an auction race over 7f at Naas; pedigree a mix of speed and stamina with plenty to prove. Ran in a barrier trial but looked in need of more experience when down the field at Naas. |
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9th (9) (50/1 +0%)Alandownunder |
50/1(+0%) | (9) Alandownunder 50/1, Improved slightly from debut when beaten 8l in a maiden here last time; bred to need at least 7f, handles ground with cut, and looks one for handicaps. In rear at Cork, mid-division over C&D on second start, held by third-placed Starred. |
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10th (4) (150/1 -275%)Sceitimini |
150/1(-275%) | (4) Sceitimini 150/1, Improved from debut with experience when beaten 5 1/4l in a 5f maiden at Cork; has a pedigree combining speed and stamina, and may need more time. Remote sixth over 1m at Killarney on debut, dropped away in a 5f Cork event, no appeal. |
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11th (3) (16/1 -100%)Lumiere Des Etoile |
16/1(-100%) | (3) Lumiere Des Etoile 16/1, Green early but showed minor promise on debut, beaten 6l in a maiden at Naas; effective at 6f, handles ground with cut, and should get further. Inexperience was evident on debut at Naas, should do a lot better with that under her belt. |
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12th (6) (16/1 -14%)Dream And Believe |
16/1(-14%) | (6) Dream And Believe 16/1, Green but showed minor promise on debut, beaten 10l in an auction race at Navan; trainer in form, tongue-tie first time, breeding suggests he'll handle cut and should improve with experience. Hinted at ability on debut at Navan last week, tongue-tie fitted, may improve. |

Third over course and distance last month, STARRED has leading claims of registering an initial success. Beaten a length in that aforementioned race, the Joseph O'Brien-trained colt showed huge improvement from his debut effort. Granted another step forward on this latest appearance, the son of Starspangledbanner has to be the one to beat. Having also reached the frame last month, the Michael Grassick-trained Port Arthur looks a serious threat. Given that the Australia gelding was making his debut on that occasion, he could be open to a lot more improvement on this second start. Newcomer Silk Braid is one that should be noted in the betting market.

Joseph O'Brien's STARRED showed considerable improvement from her first C&D run to her second and looks capable of success here
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (2) (9/2 -100%)Push The Button |
9/2(-100%) | (2) Push The Button 9/2, Below form when well beaten in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Sandown last time; wants further than 2m ideally but a potential threat. Ran well over hurdles at Cheltenham and Aintree festivals last spring. |
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2nd (4) (9/2 +44%)Ruby Island |
9/2(+44%) | (4) Ruby Island 9/2, Ran to form but possibly did not stay when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 3m at Ayr last time; had been in good form prior; trainer in form; minor chance. Solid campaign over hurdles last term; others have better form but she's receiving 7lb. |
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3rd (3) (8/15 +13%)Tellherthename |
8/15(+13%) | (3) Tellherthename 8/15, Made too much use of, probably did not stay, and was comfortably held in the Aintree Hurdle (Grade 1) over 2m4f at Aintree last time; the pick on balance of form. Very talented over hurdles on his day and this point winner could improve now chasing. |
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4th (1) (14/1 -17%)Matchless |
14/1(-17%) | (1) Matchless 14/1, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 9l in a handicap hurdle over 2m7f at Worcester last time; consistent but likely high enough in the weights now. 7-time hurdle winner but something to find today and hasn't shone over fences previously. |

TELLHERTHENAME faced a number of stiff tasks over timber last season but, if taking to fences, this could be a fine opportunity. The son of Malinas is weighted to go well on these terms and gets the vote, but so is Push The Button, who struggled in a warm handicap hurdle at Sandown when last seen in April. Ruby Island receives weight from the boys and is by no means out of this herself.

The lightly raced point and two-time hurdle winner TELLHERTHENAME has a good record when fresh and is the selection.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (7) (13/8 +59%)Mini Fortune |
13/8(+59%) | (7) Mini Fortune 13/8, Travelled well and ran to form when 7 1/2l third in a handicap chase at Uttoxeter last time. Stays 3m well and looks on a good mark based on her point win. Creditable third at Uttoxeter last week and effectively 2lb lower here; major player. |
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2nd (3) (15/2 +46%)Frankie Faulkner |
15/2(+46%) | (3) Frankie Faulkner 15/2, Probably needed the run when below form, well beaten in a handicap hurdle over 3m2f at Newton Abbot last time. Off a long absence and needs to improve. Tailed off over hurdles last time but reverts to chasing on tempting mark; can't rule out. |
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3rd (1) (9/4 +10%)Roe And Co |
9/4(+10%) | (1) Roe And Co 9/4, Never competitive after being badly hampered early when fourth, beaten 38l, in a maiden hurdle over 2m6f at Newton Abbot last time. Trainer in form. Effective at 2m4f on soft ground and point form suggests further may suit now starting out over fences Irish point winner; very unexposed under rules; up in trip for chase/handicap debut. |
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4th (6) (11/1 -10%)He'llstopatthetop |
11/1(-10%) | (6) He'llstopatthetop 11/1, Jumped poorly, was lazy throughout and never found a rhythm when 18l third in a handicap chase over 3m2f at Fontwell most recently. Returning from a long layoff and needs to improve. 0-6 over fences and makes stable debut after 387-day absence; others look safer. |
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5th (2) (22/1 +45%)Jaunty Viking |
22/1(+45%) | (2) Jaunty Viking 22/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase over 2m7f at Stratford last time; may contend if back to best hurdle form. Pulled up on last month's chasing debut but that was his first race for nearly 900 days. |
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|F| (5) (4/1 -60%)Imperial Measure |
4/1(-60%) | (5) Imperial Measure 4/1, Outpaced and poorly placed to challenge but ran to form, appreciating the step back up in trip when beaten 1/4l off 76 over 2m5f at Newton Abbot last time. Looks in need of at least 2m4f. 0-5 over fences but not beaten far last time and remains on career-low mark; new trip. |
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|PU| (8) (100/1 +20%)Mawlood |
100/1(+20%) | (8) Mawlood 100/1, Outpaced and never threatened when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 2m4f at Southwell last time. Regressive. 0-18 over fences and can't be recommended from 12lb out of the weights here. |

IMPERIAL MEASURE caught the eye when staying on into third at Newton Abbot last month. He's likely to appreciate a step up to 3m, and he can strike for the first time over fences. Mini Fortune showed more when third at Uttoxeter recently and she could go well, whilst Radharc Na Slaine, who couldn't land a blow at Worcester latest, is better judged on his earlier Stratford success.

After a good effort at Uttoxeter this month, multiple point winner MINI FORTUNE (nap) is selected to open her rules account.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (2) (8/11 +61%)Run For Mahler |
8/11(+61%) | (2) Run For Mahler 8/11, Improved on bumper form on hurdle debut when second, beaten 5 1/2l in a maiden hurdle at Listowel last time; effective from 2m to 2 1/4m on good ground, consistent and should be winning soon. Progressive in bumpers before winning at Down Royal; no shame in 2nd on hurdle bow latest. |
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2nd (11) (6/4 +14%)Qualimita |
6/4(+14%) | (11) Qualimita 6/4, Fell in a maiden hurdle over 2m1f at Tramore last time; effective from 2m to 2 1/2m, acts on soft and good ground, and is a consistent performer. Failed to justify large purchase price following easy debut point win to date; good chance. |
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3rd (13) (150/1 -50%)Our Lucky Lady |
150/1(-50%) | (13) Our Lucky Lady 150/1, Continued in poor form when beaten 9l in a handicap over 8f at Gowran Park last time; effective at 10f but out of form on the flat and has all to prove starting over hurdles. 43-rated on the Flat; tries hurdling now but not recommended. |
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4th (12) (33/1 -136%)Jury Belle |
33/1(-136%) | (12) Jury Belle 33/1, A bit free but ran to form when fourth, beaten 28l in a Mares hurdle at Gowran Park last time; effective from 2m to 2m4f on a sound surface and in good form in bumpers and over hurdles. Debut point winner was 2nd on bumper debut; well behind last time but this easier. |
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5th (3) (11/1 +8%)Stepdance |
11/1(+8%) | (3) Stepdance 11/1, Made a promising hurdle debut when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Navan last time; in good form prior and effective 11-12f on good ground on the flat, 2m over jumps, with more to come over hurdles. Won three on the bounce on Flat this summer but well beaten on hurdling debut. |
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6th (8) (50/1 -178%)Evelyn |
50/1(-178%) | (8) Evelyn 50/1, Ran to form when 14l third in a Mares bumper over 2m1f at Galway last time; effective at 2m on good ground and her bumper form suggests she's capable of better than shown over hurdles. Mild promise in bumpers without threatening to win; 24l behind in only hurdles start. |
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7th (1) (14/1 -65%)Cailin Deas |
14/1(-65%) | (1) Cailin Deas 14/1, Ran to form when winning a bumper at Kilbeggan by 1 1/4l last time; off a short break and consistent at 2m on decent ground in bumpers. Hit frame in five of her bumper runs before win at Kilbeggan last time; in the mix. |
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8th (6) (33/1 -175%)Cool Summer |
33/1(-175%) | (6) Cool Summer 33/1, Improved on bumper form but was a bit green under pressure when 3l third in a maiden hurdle at Roscommon last time; off a short break, effective at 2m on decent ground and should come on plenty for the experience. Positives in her bumper runs and made a pleasing hurdling debut; place chance. |
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9th (4) (9/1 -38%)Gangster Granny |
9/1(-38%) | (4) Gangster Granny 9/1, Never competitive after missing the break when comfortably held in a 12f handicap at Bath last time; effective 12-14f and acts on good to firm, good and soft ground; multiple flat winner and a very interesting hurdles recruit. Dual Flat winner makes hurdling debut; market support would be interesting. |
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|U| (7) (125/1 -525%)Dancing Dame |
125/1(-525%) | (7) Dancing Dame 125/1, Probably needed the run when comfortably held in a 2m1f bumper at Clonmel last time; consistent in 2m bumpers and acts on soft and good ground. Some positive runs in 8 bumper runs but win eluded her; not fancied to find it here. |
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10th (9) (150/1 -200%)Nugentstown Sue |
150/1(-200%) | (9) Nugentstown Sue 150/1, Continued in poor form in bumpers when down the field in a Mares bumper at Listowel last time; effective at 2m on good ground but inconsistent in a short career. Sole maiden hurdle start over C&D was not devoid of promise; tailed off last time. |
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11th (16) (250/1 -150%)Soldiers Lady |
250/1(-150%) | (16) Soldiers Lady 250/1, Green and made mistakes when well beaten on a poor debut in a maiden hurdle at Gowran Park on her only start; effective at 2m but likely one for further down the line. Tailed off on debut at Gowran when 40-1; unlikely to win here. |
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12th (15) (150/1 -50%)Road To The Sea |
150/1(-50%) | (15) Road To The Sea 150/1, Outpaced on a modest debut when well beaten in a Mares bumper over 2m1f at Galway on her only start; showed little there and may want further than 2m over hurdles in time. Kept but never on terms on bumper debut at Galway; may do better when upped in trip. |
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13th (5) (150/1 -50%)Bangor Lady |
150/1(-50%) | (5) Bangor Lady 150/1, Pulled up in a maiden hurdle over 2m2f at Ballinrobe last time; off a short break and has all to prove. Led on debut at Ballinrobe before being headed and pulled up; more required. |
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14th (14) (250/1 -279%)Rhythm Of Choice |
250/1(-279%) | (14) Rhythm Of Choice 250/1, Made a modest hurdle debut when down the field in a maiden hurdle at Gowran Park last time; showed minor promise at 3m in points and may need further than 2m over hurdles. Placed in one point but form modest; tailed off on rules debut. |
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15th (10) (250/1 -400%)Ocostar |
250/1(-400%) | (10) Ocostar 250/1, Ocovango mare whose trainer is in form but may just need this initial experience. Third foal; dam unraced; can only be watched on debut. |

QUALIMITA has largely disappointed since being picked up for 500,000 euros, following a point-to-point success in 2023. She has shown ability, though, and can get off the mark on her seasonal return. A 30-length winner of her point, she has been overturned three times as an odds-on favourite subsequently. However, she has twice been placed at Listed level and was unlucky when falling at Tramore in April. The in-from Run For Mahler is consistent and should benefit from her recent hurdling debut at Listowel, so she ought to figure despite having to shoulder a penalty. Cailin Deas has useful bumper form in the book and enters calculations, while Stepdance is also noted.

Expensive point purchase QUALIMITA is proving similarly costly to follow, but is given the nod to get her first rules victory
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (7) (3/1 +33%)Boss Lady |
3/1(+33%) | (7) Boss Lady 3/1, Appeared not to stay when fourth beaten 11l in a maiden over 7f at Lingfield latest; off a short-break; not out of this at all Leading player on her turf form, namely a couple of second-place finishes over 6f. |
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2nd (3) (15/2 +32%)Afton Down |
15/2(+32%) | (3) Afton Down 15/2, Beaten 6 1/2l in a maiden over 7f at Wolverhampton on debut; while that was a fair enough debut, plenty more is needed here. Shaped better than bare result at Wolverhampton and looks open to improvement. |
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3rd (6) (9/1 -80%)Havana Jag |
9/1(-80%) | (6) Havana Jag 9/1, 26 Mar; 32,000gns Havana Grey filly; half-sister to Twilight Poppy, useful at 5f; dam fair at 5f at 2yo; looks an unlikely winner on debut. 32,000gns yearling; by Havana Grey out of 5f winner; heed the market signals. |
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4th (1) (5/4 -56%)Perola |
5/4(-56%) | (1) Perola 5/4, Did not get a clear run runner-up beaten a neck in a novice at Kempton only start; still a very promising debut nonetheless; the pick on balance of form. Promising second of 12, faring best of the newcomers, in 6f AW contest at Kempton. |
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5th (4) (7/1 +75%)Crown The Future |
7/1(+75%) | (4) Crown The Future 7/1, Modest debut well beaten in a maiden over 7f at Chelmsford only start; hood first time; off a short-break; effective 7f; likely to need more time. Poor claims on his 7f AW effort; hood applied. |
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6th (5) (15/2 +0%)Lamnol |
15/2(+0%) | (5) Lamnol 15/2, Still green, minor improvement up in trip comfortably held in a maiden over 7f at Leicester last time; returning from a break since start of June; another that's hard to recommend. Leicester efforts suggest this switch to 6f may prove ideal. |
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7th (2) (66/1 -65%)Wind Summer |
66/1(-65%) | (2) Wind Summer 66/1, Poor debut when well beaten in a maiden over 5f at Southwell only start; wide draw; all to do; hard to recommend all things considered. Finished last of eight in 5f AW maiden at Southwell. |
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8th (8) (300/1 -275%)Rock Of Destiny |
300/1(-275%) | (8) Rock Of Destiny 300/1, Below par down the field in a novice at Kempton most recent; all to do as arguably the outsider of the field. Dismal claims on form. |

This can go the way of PEROLA, who is open to any amount of improvement after a promising effort on debut at Kempton, where he was slightly unlucky not to score after being hampered at a crucial stage. Dropping back in trip looks like a good move for Boss Lady, having finished runner-up twice over 6f, while newcomer Havana Jag is one to monitor for market support with Sean Levey booked.

The biggest form contenders are thrice-raced Boss Lady and once-raced PEROLA, while Afton Down is interesting.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (3) (10/3 -11%)Unique Journey |
10/3(-11%) | (3) Unique Journey 10/3, Ran to best when benefitting from a drop in grade, landing a handicap by a neck off 83 here last time. The top jockey is back on board. Effective over 6f, suited by cut, but inconsistent. Narrow C&D winner from Gerrit's Gem 12 days ago, not certain to confirm the form. |
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2nd (8) (10/1 +9%)Jon Riggens |
10/1(+9%) | (8) Jon Riggens 10/1, Had no obvious excuse when well beaten in a handicap here latest. Wears a visor for the first time. Effective over 6f, acts on good ground and suited by cut. Inconsistent but the handicapper has relented. Three wins from 21 visits to this track, needs to bounce back from a below-par C&D run. |
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3rd (9) (13/2 +7%)Staysound Susie |
13/2(+7%) | (9) Staysound Susie 13/2, Ran to form when beaten 3/4l off 74 at Cork last time and now wears cheekpieces for the first time. Effective over 5-6f, no further, acts on soft and good ground. Generally in good form this summer and back below her last winning mark. Blotted her record with poor Cork run in June, much better there last time, cheekpieces. |
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4th (6) (11/2 +8%)Gerrit's Gem |
11/2(+8%) | (6) Gerrit's Gem 11/2, Scored by 3 1/2l off 68 at Cork three starts back and ran to form when second, beaten a neck off 80 last time. Effective from 6f to 8f, acts with cut and on good ground, but is inconsistent and on a stiff mark. All three wins at Cork, improved on previous Curragh form when second here 12 days ago. |
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5th (1) (11/2 +45%)Go Athletico |
11/2(+45%) | (1) Go Athletico 11/2, Scored by 1/2l off 86 here three starts back and has a wide draw. Effective over 5-6f, acts on good ground and suited by plenty of cut. A former Group winner who has returned to form in Ireland and could be well handicapped. Returned to form to record a ninth career win over slightly further here three starts ago. |
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6th (4) (8/1 -14%)Sarahmae |
8/1(-14%) | (4) Sarahmae 8/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off 78 over 5f here in August. Ran to form when fourth, beaten 2l off 87 last time. Has a wide draw and is effective at 5f on yielding or good ground. Consistent but the handicapper may have caught up. Three wins this season have been at 5f, this trip probably stretches her stamina. |
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7th (2) (22/1 -120%)Germanese |
22/1(-120%) | (2) Germanese 22/1, Outpaced and possibly unsuited by the drop in trip when down the field in the Brigid's Pastures Stakes (Listed) here most recently. Has a wide draw; effective over 7f, acts on soft and good ground, and shows some speed in her pedigree. Needs a drop in grade. Maiden winner, dropped in class after contesting stakes races, has a realistic chance. |
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8th (10) (16/1 -14%)Ze Do Asfalto |
16/1(-14%) | (10) Ze Do Asfalto 16/1, Scored by 3/4l off 71 at Fairyhouse on his penultimate start. Made too much use of when 11th, beaten 6l off 78 last time. Acts on soft ground and inconsistent, but remains well treated on his best all-weather form. Long-priced Fairyhouse winner last month, subsequent Dundalk run may have come too soon. |
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9th (5) (9/1 -13%)Back Down Under |
9/1(-13%) | (5) Back Down Under 9/1, Below form when beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap here last time, but had been in good form prior. Effective over 6-7f, acts with cut and on good ground, and generally goes well at the Curragh. Solid performer at this venue, down in grade again after contesting a premier handicap. |
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10th (7) (11/1 +45%)Tropical Retreat |
11/1(+45%) | (7) Tropical Retreat 11/1, Scored by 2l off 79 here on her penultimate start, but was outclassed up in grade when 22nd, beaten 20l off 83 last time. Trainer in form. Effective over 6f; was progressive until latest and her mark is probably high enough. Struggled in a premier handicap here a month ago, better judged on C&D win in August. |

Fourth over the minimum trip here last month, SARAHMAE will take some beating if staying the extra furlong. A three-timer winner over 5f, the Denis Hogan-trained filly has yet to fully convince that she has the stamina required for further. However, her breeding suggests that the daughter of Magna Grecia is worth another chance to prove that she stays. A beaten favourite over course and distance earlier this month, Jon Riggens is fitted with a first-time visor now. If that headgear has the desired effect, the gelding will be very competitive. Gerrit's Gem is weighted to reverse recent form with Unique Journey.

Cork specialist GERRIT'S GEM can now broaden his sphere of influence on the evidence of a C&D second behind Unique Journey
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (2) (1/1 +17%)Cave Bridge |
1/1(+17%) | (2) Cave Bridge 1/1, Made a very promising debut when winning by 1 1/2l in a 3m maiden at Tattersalls Farm; a 3m point winner who is suited by good ground; stiff track should suit on rules debut and yard often has them ready first time. Point winner who has a useful pedigree and has joined a good yard for his rules career. |
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2nd (1) (16/5 +71%)Aeroplane Blonde |
16/5(+71%) | (1) Aeroplane Blonde 16/5, Made mistakes and was never put into the race when fourth, beaten 12l in a 2m maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter last time; effective at 2m, will stay further and acts on good ground; can improve with cleaner jumping and a more positive ride. Showed ability when fourth of nine at Uttoxeter in May and he's not ruled out. |
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3rd (4) (14/1 +22%)Walk On Son |
14/1(+22%) | (4) Walk On Son 14/1, Needed the run on hurdle debut when well beaten in a 2m novice hurdle at Perth last time; may require more time to develop over hurdles. Could improve for last month's hurdle/seasonal debut at Perth but he needs to. |
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4th (3) (3/1 -33%)Ryebridge |
3/1(-33%) | (3) Ryebridge 3/1, Showed marked improvement from debut when second, beaten 1 1/2l, in a 2m4f maiden hurdle at Hexham last time; returning from a break; effective between 2m and 2 1/2m and acts on good ground; still progressing. 20-1 runner-up at Hexham in June and he's a likely player if confirming that promise. |
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5th (7) (4/1 0%)Driver's Pick |
4/1(0%) | (7) Driver's Pick 4/1, Stable has won two of the last ten renewals of this race; needed the run on stable debut when fourth, beaten 13l, in a 12f novice at Ripon last time; stays 12f, handles give and showed decent form on the Flat in France; an interesting recruit to hurdling. Fairly useful on the Flat in France and may have needed his recent yard debut in that code. |
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6th (5) (80/1 -142%)Crimson Road |
80/1(-142%) | (5) Crimson Road 80/1, Pulled his way to the front but found little and may not have stayed when well beaten in a 2m novice hurdle at Perth last time; wears a hood for the first time; a dual Flat winner at 10f who enjoys a sound surface but has stamina to prove over hurdles. Useful on Flat in 2024 but regressed & was tailed off at 40-1 on last month's hurdle debut. |
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|RO| (6) (150/1 -88%)Delayed Charm |
150/1(-88%) | (6) Delayed Charm 150/1, Outpaced and below form when upped in grade, finishing well beaten in a 2m4f novice hurdle at Perth last time; returns from a break and looks hard to recommend on current form. Nine-race maiden who is consistently a big price and has achieved little across both codes. |

Point-to-point winner Cave Bridge makes his debut under Rules and is one of the more appealing candidates, but DRIVER'S PICK is preferred. The son of Too Darn Hot showed ability on the Flat when trained in France but disappointed on his stable bow at Ripon latest. A switch to hurdles could be beneficial, though, and it would come as no great surprise were he to find the necessary progress. Ryebridge can chase that pair home.

Point winner CAVE BRIDGE has joined a good stable for his rules career and can make a winning start in this sphere.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (1) (2/1 -7%)Order Of The Dance |
2/1(-7%) | (1) Order Of The Dance 2/1, Returned to form when beaten 1 1/2l off 99 over 2m6f at Downpatrick last time. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time after a short break and looks to be in the mix. 0-7 over hurdles in Ireland but signed off with good second at Downpatrick in July. |
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2nd (2) (3/1 +45%)Melton Mossy |
3/1(+45%) | (2) Melton Mossy 3/1, Below form when comfortably held in a 3m handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Usually held up and stepping up in trip here, but not out of it. Out of form when last seen in February/March but returns on a workable mark. |
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3rd (6) (9/4 +55%)No Guarantee |
9/4(+55%) | (6) No Guarantee 9/4, Far too free and jumped poorly when comfortably held in a 2m5f handicap hurdle at Plumpton last time. Had been in good form prior; blinkers go on for the first time. Effective around 2m2f but remains a modest maiden. Didn't fire last time but was placed on three of first four stable runs; headgear switched. |
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4th (5) (6/1 -33%)The Longest Day |
6/1(-33%) | (5) The Longest Day 6/1, Short of room late and flattened out on return from a break when 4 1/2l third in a 2m3f handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot last time. Effective from 2m2f to 3m and on a good mark based on UK form; should improve for that run. Made pleasing return from long absence when placed at Newton Abbot last month. |
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5th (4) (40/1 -789%)Forest Spirit |
40/1(-789%) | (4) Forest Spirit 40/1, Below form when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Worcester last time. Consistent at 12f on the flat on a sound surface, where slow starts have been an issue; may need further than 2m over hurdles. Soundly beaten in three maiden hurdles last month but may get more competitive in handicap. |
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6th (3) (9/1 +25%)Katana |
9/1(+25%) | (3) Katana 9/1, Below form when comfortably held in a 2m2f handicap hurdle at Fontwell last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time; effective from 2m to 2 1/2m on good or soft ground, though not guaranteed to stay further. Clear second in Worcester maiden on stable debut in June but form has slumped since. |

Picked up by the David Pipe stable having filled the runner-up spot over 2m6f at Downpatrick in July, this could be the perfect opportunity for ORDER OF THE DANCE. Forest Spirit has yet to show much since joining the Mickey Bowen yard, but she now enters handicaps and must be of interest, along with No Guarantee and The Longest Day, who returned from a long absence to finish a creditable third at Newton Abbot last month.

Back up in trip and with cheekpieces refitted, THE LONGEST DAY may build upon last month's pleasing reappearance run.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (2) (11/1 -10%)Katakana |
11/1(-10%) | (2) Katakana 11/1, Ran well below debut form when down the field in a handicap chase at Wexford last time; returns from a short break and looks the pick on overall form. Dual French bumper winner has been sub-par in Irish career; well beaten in recent h'caps. |
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2nd (5) (28/1 -12%)Midnight Eagle |
28/1(-12%) | (5) Midnight Eagle 28/1, Disappointing on a quick return when well beaten in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Clonmel last time; effective between 2m and 2 1/2m but currently in moderate form. Limerick winner off 88 in April; best run since was 12.5l sixth on penultimate. |
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3rd (17) (9/2 +40%)Destivelle |
9/2(+40%) | (17) Destivelle 9/2, Made too much use of when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan last time; returns after a short break. Maiden who is 0-15 over hurdles but some of best efforts have come here. |
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4th (12) (8/1 +43%)Getaway Henry |
8/1(+43%) | (12) Getaway Henry 8/1, Bit below form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Cork last time; effective at 2m and needs a sound surface to show his best. Surprise winner in July off 80 but middling runs recently; needs more. |
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5th (9) (16/1 -167%)Bowgate Street |
16/1(-167%) | (9) Bowgate Street 16/1, Travelled well and returned to form down in trip, just outbattled late when beaten 3/4l off 85 over 2m1f at Galway; effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and acts on soft and good ground. Placed at Galway last time in same race she did last year before winning on next start. |
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6th (16) (5/1 +58%)The Border Boy |
5/1(+58%) | (16) The Border Boy 5/1, Won by 3l off 72 over 2m1f at Cork in August; returned to form back down in trip when third, beaten 2l off 74 last time; best at 2m on decent ground but can be inconsistent. Won off 2lb lower in Aug'; poor in 3 runs since, but 3rd place last time was more like it. |
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7th (14) (80/1 -142%)Glory Sky |
80/1(-142%) | (14) Glory Sky 80/1, Below form when down the field in a claimer over 6f at Laytown last time; cheekpieces applied for the first time; effective at 7-8f but yet to prove stamina and out of form for this yard. AW winner in 2023 but well beaten in 4 maidens and behind at Laytown latest. |
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8th (4) (9/2 +63%)Redcliff Glen |
9/2(+63%) | (4) Redcliff Glen 9/2, Went clear but made too much use of when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m2f at Listowel last time; effective at 2m on good ground. Limerick winner last year has been poor since and is 1lb below winning mark now. |
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9th (13) (5/1 -25%)Centaq |
5/1(-25%) | (13) Centaq 5/1, Ran to form when beaten 2 1/2l off 82 over 2m1f at Downpatrick last time; effective at that trip and may improve slightly over further; arrives in good form. Back-to-back runner up finishes at Downpatrick recently; 2lb higher now but in the mix. |
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10th (7) (40/1 -21%)Maralinga |
40/1(-21%) | (7) Maralinga 40/1, Ran a bit below form when down the field in a handicap hurdle over 2m1f at Tramore last time; returns from a short break; acts on good and yielding to soft ground. Two-time Flat winner has been well beaten in 5 hurdle starts; beat few rivals last time. |
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11th (1) (66/1 -100%)Falcon Park |
66/1(-100%) | (1) Falcon Park 66/1, Unseated in a handicap hurdle at Tramore last time; suited by 2m with some cut but may need to drop a few more pounds in the handicap. Two-time winner for Paul Hennessy hasn't maintained progress for new yard. |
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12th (8) (11/1 -10%)Bite That |
11/1(-10%) | (8) Bite That 11/1, Had every chance but was beaten 4l off 87 over 2m4f at Clonmel last time; better over fences and represents an in-form stable. Infrequent winner but consistent; couldn't take advantage of lower hurdles mark last time. |
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13th (3) (17/2 -113%)Wing Back |
17/2(-113%) | (3) Wing Back 17/2, Won by 4 1/2l off 86 over 2m2f at Downpatrick three starts ago; fell early in a handicap hurdle last time; remains well treated on maiden form and likely to stay beyond 2m. Landed the odds at Downpatrick and ran well off revised mark back there; fell last time. |
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14th (11) (40/1 -60%)Benzine |
40/1(-60%) | (11) Benzine 40/1, Made too much use of when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m1f at Killarney last time; effective at 2m but inconsistent overall. 0-17 under rules' and hasn't looked like breakthrough is close, 21l behind latest. |
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15th (6) (11/1 -47%)Courtbrack Boy |
11/1(-47%) | (6) Courtbrack Boy 11/1, Improved when suited by a positive ride down in trip, beaten 4l off 87 at Listowel last time; effective at 2m on good ground. No show in 3 maidens but better effort dropped to this trip for handicap debut latest. |
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16th (10) (40/1 -100%)Hollow Spark |
40/1(-100%) | (10) Hollow Spark 40/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle over 2m1f at Cork last time; has been freshened up since. Gowran h'cap hurdle winner last year but poor in 4 runs since; burst blood vessel latest. |
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17th (15) (66/1 -100%)Having A Cut |
66/1(-100%) | (15) Having A Cut 66/1, Made mistakes and showed signs of greenness when down the field in a maiden hurdle over 2m3f at Kilbeggan last time; has shown little in maidens from 2 1/2m to 3m. Big prices and tailed off in three maidens; can do better in h'caps but others preferred. |
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|RR| (18) (33/1 +50%)Esticky End |
33/1(+50%) | (18) Esticky End 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap chase over 2m3f at Clonmel last time; usually held up; looks regressive in both codes. Five-time winner on the Flat has been badly out of form since January; hard to recommend. |

WING BACK landed a gamble to win at Downpatrick in August and as he remains open to improvement, he should be competitive. He wasn't beaten far at that same course later in the month, before falling at Clonmel recently. Being just a five-year-old, he might continue to progress and forecast ground conditions should suit. Courtbrack Boy ran well on his handicap debut at Listowel last month and can also progress. Bite That found improvement over fences last season, but has won just once from 24 previous hurdle runs.

BOWGATE STREET looked like she was returning to form when placed at Galway last time and is 2lb below her winning mark
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (4) (10/11 +70%)Magical Merlot |
10/11(+70%) | (4) Magical Merlot 10/11, Raced freely when second beaten 1 1/2l in a novice over 7f at Southwell latest; improving every start; looks pick on race times. Improved when second of nine in novice at Southwell (7f, AW debut; favourite) 13 days ago. |
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2nd (5) (9/4 -38%)Only In Manila |
9/4(-38%) | (5) Only In Manila 9/4, Did not get a clear run runner-up beaten 3/4l in a maiden at Southwell only start; that was a very promising debut; the pick on balance of form. 11-1 at Southwell (1m, AW) and blew the start but he ran on to finish second of seven. |
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3rd (1) (6/1 -118%)Quarter |
6/1(-118%) | (1) Quarter 6/1, Instant impact when 3/4l winner in a maiden over 7f here on debut, running much better than SP of 12/1 suggested; big chance to follow up; value selection based on balance of form. Needs improvement with a penalty but made a promising start with 7f maiden win here (soft). |
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4th (3) (8/1 +27%)Fans Favourite |
8/1(+27%) | (3) Fans Favourite 8/1, Modest debut when slowly away well beaten in a maiden over 7f at Sandown only start; off a short-break; hard to recommend. 18-1 when well beaten in maiden at Sandown (7f, good) in July; has a useful pedigree. |
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5th (2) (16/1 -78%)Cape Fear |
16/1(-78%) | (2) Cape Fear 16/1, 22 Apr; Kameko colt; half-brother to Spirit Level, moderate at 7f; dam useful at 7f at 2yo; trainer in form; top trainer. By Kameko; family of Rodrigo De Triano; from a leading yard and needs a market check. |
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6th (6) (33/1 -106%)October Surprise |
33/1(-106%) | (6) October Surprise 33/1, Poor debut when well beaten by over 18l in a novice at Salisbury only start; all to do. 16-1 for novice at Salisbury (1m, good) two weeks ago, never dangerous and beaten 19l. |
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7th (7) (300/1 -200%)Storm Terri |
300/1(-200%) | (7) Storm Terri 300/1, Yet to show any real signs of ability, finishing last of respective fields on both starts; returning from a break; still looked green, but has shown nothing so far. Remote last at Goodwood (6f, good) and Lingfield (5f, good to firm) later in June. |

ONLY IN MANILA caught the eye on debut at Southwell when slowly away before running on well for second late in the day. With normal improvement expected, he can go one better for his in-form connections, with Quarter looking best placed to chase him home under a penalty following his course success over 7f on debut last month. Placed on his last two outings, Magical Merlot is another to consider.

Magical Merlot's second on the AW last time sets the standard but once-raced pair QUARTER and Only In Manila are promising.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (5) (11/2 +39%)Mary Shoelaces |
11/2(+39%) | (5) Mary Shoelaces 11/2, Scored by 1/2l off 63 at Newmarket (July) three starts back; every chance and ran to form when ninth beaten 6l off 68 last time; wide draw; suited by 5f; acts on soft and good ground; in fair form. Newmarket winner 5f in August, has to reverse last month's form with Nouvel Espoir. |
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2nd (15) (17/2 -6%)Jordan Breeze |
17/2(-6%) | (15) Jordan Breeze 17/2, Improved on recent efforts when landing a handicap by a head off 48 at Dundalk last time; trainer in form; effective 5f, acts on good ground; may have more to offer now he's had his head in front. Has a fixed 7lb penalty for a narrow win at Dundalk on Tuesday; on the upgrade. |
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3rd (12) (11/1 +31%)Tino Pai |
11/1(+31%) | (12) Tino Pai 11/1, Never involved when beaten 4l off 53 at Dundalk last time; effective 5f on good ground; frustrating maiden. Best effort when third in a maiden at Bellewstown, seventh behind Jordan Breeze on Tuesday. |
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4th (6) (5/1 +9%)Mickey The Steel |
5/1(+9%) | (6) Mickey The Steel 5/1, Ran to form when beaten 4l off 66 over 6f here last time; effective 5f, suited by cut; well handicapped if building on recent revival. Four of his five wins have been gained at this trip, a creditable third over 6f last time. |
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5th (8) (28/1 +15%)Buddy Batt |
28/1(+15%) | (8) Buddy Batt 28/1, Needed the run when down the field in a handicap over 6f at Dundalk most recently; effective 5f, yet to prove stamina for further; has had issues, out of form. Fourth over C&D on the second of three 2024 starts, in rear at Dundalk on reappearance. |
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6th (14) (13/2 -30%)Steel Magnolia |
13/2(-30%) | (14) Steel Magnolia 13/2, Ran to form when beaten a head off 47 at Bellewstown last time; drawn on the wing of a large field; effective 5-6f, suited by some cut; in fair form. A breakthrough win is feasible judged on her second placing at Bellewstown a fortnight ago. |
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7th (3) (18/1 -13%)Sporting Hero |
18/1(-13%) | (3) Sporting Hero 18/1, Continued in poor form when beaten 4l in a handicap at Bellewstown last time; effective 5-6f; stiff mark. Six-time AW winner is 0-16 on turf, unplaced in three visits to this track this season. |
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8th (11) (7/1 +30%)Distillate |
7/1(+30%) | (11) Distillate 7/1, Scored by 1 1/2l off 53 over 7f at Laytown three starts back; ran to form when fourth beaten 5l off 58 last time; effective 6-7f, just about gets 1m; in good form, mark fair. Generally reliable in recent months, deserved her Laytown win, fair fourth on latest. |
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9th (2) (18/1 -100%)Aurora Nova |
18/1(-100%) | (2) Aurora Nova 18/1, Never threatened after missing the break when beaten 4l off 73 at Bellewstown last time; usually held up; effective 5-6f, acts on good ground; form tailed off. Recorded back-to-back wins in June/July, has been a little too high in the ratings since. |
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10th (1) (10/1 +29%)Dontspoilasale |
10/1(+29%) | (1) Dontspoilasale 10/1, Scored by 1/2l off 69 over 6f at Laytown in September; disappointing up in grade when eighth beaten 6l off 73 last time; wide draw; effective 5-6f, best at 6f, barely stays 7f; remains well treated on old form. Won at Laytown last month, no turf success since August 2022, mixed form lately. |
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11th (10) (12/1 +40%)Hot To Foxtrot |
12/1(+40%) | (10) Hot To Foxtrot 12/1, Disappointing on handicap debut when beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap over 7f at Down Royal last time; drawn on the wing of a large field; effective 5-7f, acts on yielding and good ground; inconsistent in short career. Very little mileage on the clock, needs to reverse Down Royal form with Distillate. |
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12th (9) (50/1 -25%)Arctic Steps |
50/1(-25%) | (9) Arctic Steps 50/1, Never threatened after missing the break when down the field in a handicap over 7f at Fairyhouse most recently; in good form prior; effective 5f, acts on good ground; steadily progressing in sprints until latest. In good form for Jenny Lynch earlier in the season, two changes of stable since then. |
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13th (7) (5/1 +9%)Nouvel Espoir |
5/1(+9%) | (7) Nouvel Espoir 5/1, Ran to form when beaten 2 1/4l off 62 at Navan last time; consistent sprinter suited by a sound surface. Has gained all three wins over the minimum trip, another good 5f run at Navan last month. |
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14th (4) (10/1 +0%)Asdana |
10/1(+0%) | (4) Asdana 10/1, Scored by 3/4l off 67 at Cork on her penultimate start; made too much use of when tenth beaten 5l off 69 last time; effective 5-7f, probably best at a stiff 5f; acts on good ground and with cut; consistent. Best form has been over 5f, a useful challenger for the stable along with Steel Magnolia. |
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15th (17) (33/1 0%)Mark's One |
33/1(0%) | (17) Mark's One 33/1, Never threatened after missing the break when well beaten in a claimer over 6f at Laytown latest; drawn on the wing of a large field; effective 6-7f; exposed inconsistent maiden. Yet to reach the first three in 14 attempts, moderate run at Laytown last time, 6lb wrong. |
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16th (16) (66/1 -100%)Iva Batt |
66/1(-100%) | (16) Iva Batt 66/1, Never involved when down the field in a handicap over 6f at Newcastle most recently; returning from a long layoff; effective 5-6f; out of form. Lacks a recent run, last win was in 2022, 5lb out of the handicap, up against it. |

C&D winner MARY SHOELACES has plenty in her favour. Well drawn, just one off the stands rail, the Eddie and Patrick Harty-trained filly has the services of an in-form apprentice. A four-year-old daughter of U S Navy Flag, the selection ran well under Jessica O'Gorman when fourth here on her penultimate start. She is readily forgiven a below par run at Navan subsequently, as that track would have tested her stamina limitations. Nouvel Espoir is fairly handicapped at present. A winner off this mark last August, the gelding has been in decent form of late. Steel Magnolia is another with strong claims in a competitive affair.

An open race. The vote goes to NOUVEL ESPOIR, whose Navan second makes good reading.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (1) (10/3 +26%)Dare To Shout |
10/3(+26%) | (1) Dare To Shout 10/3, Below form when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 2m4f at Perth last time off a stiff mark; usually consistent; not out of it. Solid campaign in the main last season (including a win here) and he goes well fresh. |
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2nd (5) (9/2 +31%)Inis Oirr |
9/2(+31%) | (5) Inis Oirr 9/2, Out of form when well beaten in a handicap chase over 3m7f at Perth last time; plenty to prove at present. His form went the wrong way last season but he's on a dangerous mark; not written off. |
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3rd (6) (5/1 -43%)Jet Legs |
5/1(-43%) | (6) Jet Legs 5/1, Below form when 13l third in a handicap chase over 2m4f here on his most recent run; generally conssitent; may contend. Inconsistent last season and no headgear for this reappearance, but he's not discounted. |
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4th (3) (4/1 +33%)Almazhar Garde |
4/1(+33%) | (3) Almazhar Garde 4/1, Well treated up 5lb and game when landing a handicap by 2l off 120 over 2m7f at Worcester last time; remains well treated on old form but inconsistent. Resurgent 10yo who arrives on a hat-trick following wins at Worcester; strong claims. |
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5th (4) (7/2 +22%)Presentandcounting |
7/2(+22%) | (4) Presentandcounting 7/2, Scored by 6 1/2l off 119 over 2m4f at Uttoxeter three starts back; ran to form when third beaten 7 1/2l off 123 last time; effective from 2 1/2m to 3m on good ground and remains well treated on old form. 11yo who returned to winning ways at Worcester in July and has continued in good heart. |
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6th (2) (15/2 -114%)Your Own Story |
15/2(-114%) | (2) Your Own Story 15/2, Below form when finishing down the field in a handicap chase over 3m7f at Punchestown most recently; looks the pick on race times but may just need this. Poor strike-rate over fences but often finishes second & he's not ruled out on his return. |

ALMAZHAR GARDE has hit a rich vein of form of late, and his race fitness can tell in a contest of this nature. A 3lb rise for his most recent success at Worcester could prove lenient, and he is likely to have too much for the returning Your Own Story, who was runner-up at a higher level on his penultimate start at Kelso. A creditable third on each of his last two outings, Presentandcounting is entitled to be thereabouts as well.

Dare To Shout is respected but preference is for the resurgent 10yo ALMAZHAR GARDE, who has won at Worcester on his last two starts.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (6) (1/5 +82%)At The Oche |
1/5(+82%) | (6) At The Oche 1/5, A bit keen but very promising on debut when second, beaten 2 1/2l, in a novice hurdle over 2m1f at Newton Abbot. Trainer is in form and he looks effective over 2m on good ground; should be winning soon. Bumper winner; clear second on recent hurdling debut; good chance here. |
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2nd (2) (14/1 -115%)Clondaw Fame |
14/1(-115%) | (2) Clondaw Fame 14/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle over 2m5f at Doncaster last time. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time and looks the pick on race times on solid previous runs. Placed on first two of three hurdle runs; can be competitive if on song for stable debut. |
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3rd (4) (17/2 -13%)Minella Mania |
17/2(-13%) | (4) Minella Mania 17/2, Promising bumper debut when 4l third in a bumper over 2m2f at Tipperary on his most recent run. Effective at 2m2f on good ground and may have more to offer over hurdles for his new yard. Bought for £25,000 after promising third in Tipperary bumper in May; one to consider. |
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4th (7) (100/1 -1011%)Getarose |
100/1(-1011%) | (7) Getarose 100/1, 13,000 euros Getaway filly; half-sister to Favour And Fortune, a smart performer from 16f to 17f. Half-sister to useful jumpers Favour And Fortune and Dreal Deal; stable runs three. |
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5th (3) (8/1 -191%)Elusive Knight |
8/1(-191%) | (3) Elusive Knight 8/1, Made a very promising debut when winning by 3l in a conditions race over 2m6f at Dalton Park. A point winner who acts on good ground and has more to come under rules. Bought for £30,000 after winning good-ground maiden point on debut in March; rules debut. |
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|F| (5) (80/1 +20%)Peace Motivator |
80/1(+20%) | (5) Peace Motivator 80/1, Unseated in a novice hurdle over 2m1f at Newton Abbot last time. Wears a hood for the first time and has shown effectiveness over 2m on good ground in bumpers. Unseated rider in early stages of both recent hurdling starts; hood now added; too risky. |

AT THE OCHE showed good potential when landing a bumper on his racecourse bow at Doncaster in March. The son of Ocovango struggled in a higher grade at Newbury thereafter, having raced too freely. However, he got back on track with a creditable second on his debut over hurdles at Newton Abbot last month and is the pick of this bunch. Evan Williams' hurdling newcomers Elusive Knight and Minella Mania are other notable options.

Recent Newton Abbot runner-up AT THE OCHE sets a fair standard of hurdling form and looks the one to beat.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (2) (5/1 -50%)Tassarolo |
5/1(-50%) | (2) Tassarolo 5/1, Improved back over hurdles when second, beaten 5l, in a novice hurdle over 2m1f at Killarney last time; effective over 12f on soft and good to firm ground; in good form in both codes. Had Nelson Muntz 4.5l behind at Killarney last time and leading contender based on that. |
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2nd (3) (7/2 +22%)Tatateo |
7/2(+22%) | (3) Tatateo 7/2, Jumped poorly and was outclassed up in grade, finishing down the field in the Listed Lartigue Handicap Hurdle over 2m at Listowel most recently; effective over 2m on good ground; a useful dual-purpose performer. Got first hurdles win on penultimate; can get involved if jumping better than latest. |
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3rd (5) (6/4 +50%)Lambay Island |
6/4(+50%) | (5) Lambay Island 6/4, Improved when dropped in grade, finishing fourth and beaten 8 1/4l in a maiden hurdle over 2m at Wexford last time; effective over 2m and handles heavy and good ground; steadily progressing. Best of 4 runs under rules came last time; step up in trip can suit but this is hard. |
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4th (1) (7/2 -5%)Nelson Muntz |
7/2(-5%) | (1) Nelson Muntz 7/2, Keen and ran to form when finishing 9 1/4l third in a novice hurdle over 2m1f at Killarney last time; effective over 2m on hurdles and handles any ground; more to come based on useful Flat form. Decisive maiden winner; 4.5l to find with Tassarolo based on their meeting last time. |
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5th (7) (33/1 -18%)Ask The Bookie |
33/1(-18%) | (7) Ask The Bookie 33/1, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 15l, in a novice hurdle over 2m1f at Killarney last time; usually held up; effective from 2m to 2 1/2m on yielding and good ground; currently in moderate form. Finished behind Nelson Muntz and Tassarolo last time and hard to see him overturning them. |
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6th (4) (18/1 -100%)Lord Ffrench |
18/1(-100%) | (4) Lord Ffrench 18/1, May have found the ground too soft when well beaten in a handicap hurdle over 2m6f at Ballinrobe last time; effective over 2m4f on good ground but needs more to defy this mark. Maiden winner in August; not at same level in 2 starts since; something to prove now. |
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7th (6) (9/1 -29%)Front Door Famous |
9/1(-29%) | (6) Front Door Famous 9/1, Ran to form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Tramore last time; effective between 2m and 2 1/2m on good ground; a consistent performer. Form of placed maiden form hasn't worked out; others look more talented. |

NELSON MUNTZ (third) finished behind Tassarolo (second) at Killarney recently but a step up in trip, coupled with the return to a right-handed track, should suit him better. The pair were separated by four-and-a-half lengths lengths that day (with Ask The Bookie in third) but the selection surrendered some ground by jumping to his right on a few occasions. Lambay Island returns from a 213-day absence and will need more to come out on top.

Recent Killarney 2nd and 3rd, Tassarolo and NELSON MUNTZ (nap) are most interesting, with the latter selected to overturn the form
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (2) (4/1 +38%)Oj Lifestyle |
4/1(+38%) | (2) Oj Lifestyle 4/1, Below par beaten 5l in a handicap here last time; couple of decent thirds before that, including beaten by 2l over 7f three starts back; in the mix. Behind two of today's rivals last time but good chance off current mark if back to best. |
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2nd (1) (11/4 +45%)Tenbob Tommy |
11/4(+45%) | (1) Tenbob Tommy 11/4, Raced freely beaten a length off 68 here last time; that was something of a return to form based on a couple of previous starts; chance if following up. Good second over C&D last time, suggesting there may well be a race of this nature in him. |
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3rd (9) (6/1 -100%)Joycean Way |
6/1(-100%) | (9) Joycean Way 6/1, Ran to form beaten a neck off 60 here last time; needs smart break from low draw; has been very consistent as of late, filling the runner-up spot four times in five starts; threat. Maiden who is threatening to get off the mark; close second over C&D most recently. |
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4th (11) (13/2 +59%)Buy The Dip |
13/2(+59%) | (11) Buy The Dip 13/2, Did not get a clear run down the field in a handicap at Newmarket most recent; out of form since a consistent spell in the early stages of the season, which include three seconds here and a win at Lingfield; more needed. Return to Brighton may prompt a resurgence; has a solid record here. |
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5th (3) (10/1 +38%)Believe You Me |
10/1(+38%) | (3) Believe You Me 10/1, Did not get a clear run and ended well down the field in a handicap over 7f at Ascot most recent; won over 7f at Epsom four starts back in July; lost that form; outsider. Well held in competitive Class 4 last time but this looks an easier task. |
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6th (4) (9/1 +0%)Marlay Park |
9/1(+0%) | (4) Marlay Park 9/1, Slowly away beaten 8l in a handicap over 7f at Epsom last time; on a lengthy losing run, but on a fair mark; needs to bounce back drastically. Suited by this type of course; well treated on lots of 7f form; gives 1m a second go. |
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7th (5) (16/1 -167%)Marsh Benham |
16/1(-167%) | (5) Marsh Benham 16/1, Won this last year; ran to form beaten a neck off 66 over 7f here last time; usually held up; effective 7/8f, acts on any; attitude a worry of late. Close second at Brighton last time; won this race off this mark 12 months ago; respected. |
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8th (10) (33/1 +18%)Valentine Boy |
33/1(+18%) | (10) Valentine Boy 33/1, Appeared not to stay beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; hasn't shown much since a promising debut back in July; needs to improve. Has failed to back up debut effort. |
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9th (7) (6/1 +8%)Lunanova |
6/1(+8%) | (7) Lunanova 6/1, Scored by 4 1/4l off 58 here in August; fifth beaten 4 1/4l off 67 last time; tongue-tie first time may bring out more; all three career wins have come here. Record of 3-5 over C&D; had an excuse back here last time; remains of interest. |
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10th (12) (125/1 -150%)Princess Jastar |
125/1(-150%) | (12) Princess Jastar 125/1, Ground probably too testing down the field in a handicap at Bath most recent; needs to find a fair bit to be competitive here. Beaten long way on belated reappearance (stable debut). |
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11th (8) (150/1 -275%)Fitzmaurice |
150/1(-275%) | (8) Fitzmaurice 150/1, Appeared not to stay 8f down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recent; yet to show much in six starts and needs to improve. Has failed to progress. |
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|PU| (6) (22/1 -144%)Uncle Dick |
22/1(-144%) | (6) Uncle Dick 22/1, Scored by a neck off 66 here in August; seventh beaten 10l off 68 last time; usually held up; needs smart break from inside draw; bit to find. Eight C&D wins, the most recent off current mark in August; not in the same form since. |

Gary & Josh Moore play a strong hand, with Oj Lifestyle and JOYCEAN WAY boasting strong claims. The former, a dual C&D winner, is back on a his last winning mark and is dangerous to overlook. However, Joycean Way is less exposed over a mile and shades preference bidding for a breakthrough success after a close-up second over track and trip last month. Tenbob Tommy has a similar profile and commands respect, likewise last year's winner Marsh Benham.

Low-mileage 4yo TENBOB TOMMY is taken to build on his C&D effort and get off the mark. Marsh Benham is second pick.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (7) (7/4 +71%)Retracement |
7/4(+71%) | (7) Retracement 7/4, Forced to wait for a run but still ran to form when beaten 4l off 79 here last time. Effective from 8f to 10f, acts on soft and good to firm ground, and his mark is probably about right. Best runs for this yard have been over C&D, notably last time; can be a player even up 3lb. |
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2nd (3) (5/2 +17%)In My Teens |
5/2(+17%) | (3) In My Teens 5/2, Travelled well, ran to form and probably hit the front too soon when second, beaten a neck, in a Conditions Race at Roscommon last time. Effective at 10f and may stay further; acts on soft and good ground; useful type with more to come for top connections; mark looks lenient. Won a Down Royal maiden and just denied in a Roscommon conditions race; taken seriously. |
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3rd (8) (6/1 +73%)Fiver Friday |
6/1(+73%) | (8) Fiver Friday 6/1, May have found the ground a bit quick when finishing down the field in a handicap at York last time. Off a short break; effective at 10f, acts on soft and good ground; in moderate form in both codes of late but the handicapper has relented. Four Flat wins plus a hurdle score; below form last time but has a chance if back to best. |
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4th (1) (13/2 0%)Coeur D'or |
13/2(0%) | (1) Coeur D'or 13/2, Ran to current form when second, beaten 3/4l, in a Conditions Race over 9f at Punchestown last time. Effective from 8f to 9f, acts on yielding and fast ground, goes well at the Curragh, in solid form and below his last winning mark. Fine runs in the Irish Cambridgeshire and Punchestown conditions race (1m1.5f) last twice. |
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5th (5) (15/2 -88%)Grey Leader |
15/2(-88%) | (5) Grey Leader 15/2, Returned to form under positive handling to land a handicap by 3 1/4l off 82 over 9f at Tipperary last time. Effective from 7f to 9f, acts on heavy and good ground, though can be inconsistent. Won over 1m1f in heavy at Tipperary last time; raised 6lb and this trip is a question. |
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6th (2) (22/1 -57%)War Rooms |
22/1(-57%) | (2) War Rooms 22/1, Made too much use of and was comfortably held in a handicap over 12f at Gowran Park last time. Off a short break; effective from 10f to 14f on soft, good, good to firm and good to yielding ground; worth another chance. Second in two 1m6f conditions races earlier this year but has been below that level since. |
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7th (4) (22/1 -175%)Bear Profit |
22/1(-175%) | (4) Bear Profit 22/1, Had every chance but ran below form when beaten 3 1/2l off 93 over 8f here last time. Significant jockey booking; effective from 8f to 10f and acts on any ground; was hugely progressive until latest run, but mark probably stiff enough. Fine runs in defeat in premier handicaps over the summer; below that level here last time. |
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8th (6) (10/1 -122%)Isambard Brunel |
10/1(-122%) | (6) Isambard Brunel 10/1, Raced far too freely up in trip back from a break and needed the run when well beaten in the Dee Stakes (Listed) at Chester last time. Had been in good form prior; wears blinkers for the first time. Top course trainer; effective at 1m and may get further in time; should have more to offer for a leading yard. Poor in the Dee Stakes on sole start this year; market should reveal expectations. |

The Johnny Murtagh-trained RETRACEMENT can register a first Irish success. A maiden winner for previous connections when trained in England, the four-year-old has shown definite promise since arriving in this country. With his two best runs to date coming over this course and distance, the son of Australia has bright prospects of making the breakthrough under Ben Coen. The lightly raced In My Teens takes a step up in class here but has to be respected. The Gavin Cromwell-trained Camelot filly could have scope for improvement off her current rating. Stablemate Fiver Friday is also worthy of consideration on her first start for Cromwell.

Just denied in a Roscommon conditions race last time when bumped by the winner, IN MY TEENS surely has more to offer.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (9) (7/2 -17%)Looking Splendid |
7/2(-17%) | (9) Looking Splendid 7/2, Ran to form when landing a handicap by 2l off 93 over 2m5f at Kelso last time; suited by 2 1/2m on good ground and arrives in form. Got off the mark at Kelso recently on reappearance and he escapes a penalty today. |
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2nd (13) (9/1 +0%)Top Flight Century |
9/1(+0%) | (13) Top Flight Century 9/1, Outpaced but ran to form and looked to need a stiffer test when 4 1/2l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m at Perth last time; should appreciate 2 1/2m on a sound surface. Some good form at Perth this season and can be thereabouts if transferring it to Carlisle. |
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3rd (11) (17/2 +29%)Rickety Gate |
17/2(+29%) | (11) Rickety Gate 17/2, Raced too freely when taken on up front and finished down the field in a handicap hurdle at Hexham last time; returns from a break with trainer in good form. Disappointing on last two runs in May/June but goes well fresh so a break may have helped. |
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4th (8) (25/1 -127%)Dalileo |
25/1(-127%) | (8) Dalileo 25/1, Never travelled and appeared to need a stiffer test when beaten 2 1/2l off 93 over 2m5f at Kelso last time; ideally suited by 3m. Mixed results since winning in July but took step back in right direction last time. |
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5th (10) (33/1 -32%)Coral Blue |
33/1(-32%) | (10) Coral Blue 33/1, Below form after going too fast early, well beaten in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f here latest; form going the wrong way since lay off. Runner-up at Musselburgh in February but campaign concluded with two lesser performances. |
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6th (3) (14/1 -17%)Speed Davis |
14/1(-17%) | (3) Speed Davis 14/1, Made mistakes and needed the run on chase debut when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Perth last time; should improve for the outing. Failed to shine in handicap hurdles last season and tailed off on last month's chase debut. |
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7th (1) (4/1 +27%)Born In The West |
4/1(+27%) | (1) Born In The West 4/1, Well backed and ran to form but had too much to do, beaten a length off 104 over 3m at Haydock last time; still has a bit more to come. Sent into handicaps in February and was steadily progressive; could have more to offer. |
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8th (4) (10/3 +56%)Speiriuil |
10/3(+56%) | (4) Speiriuil 10/3, Made mistakes but was well backed and below form when fourth, beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Chepstow last time; has a chance. Running well in the spring; makes stable debut with trainer's horses in good heart. |
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9th (12) (33/1 +0%)Nanny Daisy |
33/1(+0%) | (12) Nanny Daisy 33/1, Below form when upped in trip for handicap debut, finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter last time; tongue-tie fitted for the first time; needs more. Ninth of 15 at 50-1 on handicap debut; first-time tongue-tie needs to make a difference. |
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10th (14) (80/1 +0%)Earlofbrackenstown |
80/1(+0%) | (14) Earlofbrackenstown 80/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Worcester last time; off briefly since and remains out of form for his new yard. Lightly raced 6yo; pulled up on both starts for this stable; major turnaround is necessary. |
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11th (15) (18/1 -157%)Longstone Cowboy |
18/1(-157%) | (15) Longstone Cowboy 18/1, Travelled well and looked the winner before being out-battled late, back to form when beaten 1/2l off 76 at Hexham last time; effective over 2 1/2m on good ground and running into form. 9yo who has had an interrupted career but went close at Hexham recently. |
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12th (16) (50/1 -257%)Darkest Day |
50/1(-257%) | (16) Darkest Day 50/1, Produced a better effort back at a favoured venue when allowed an easy lead, beaten 2l off 71 over 2m5f at Kelso last time; enjoys front-running and effective at 2–2 1/2m though appears regressive. Returned to form when 4th to Looking Splendid but even further out of the handicap today. |
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13th (6) (17/2 +15%)Livano Bello |
17/2(+15%) | (6) Livano Bello 17/2, Improved on recent form when stepped up in trip, finishing 4l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Market Rasen most recently; looks a value contender based on overall form. Third on handicap debut in April when last seen; wind op since; could be in the mix. |
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14th (2) (18/1 -125%)Kuzco |
18/1(-125%) | (2) Kuzco 18/1, Ran to form when stepping up in grade, beaten 4l off 104 over 2m7f at Bangor-on-Dee last time; needs to find a little more. Won at Bangor in March and ran well there in April; could be a player if fully tuned up. |
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15th (7) (25/1 +24%)Blazing Court |
25/1(+24%) | (7) Blazing Court 25/1, Went too hard early when returning to fences, finishing fourth and beaten 108l in a handicap chase at Hexham latest; returns from a break. On a handy mark judged on 2024 chase win but struggled on his last two starts in June. |

A consistent sort throughout last season, BORN IN THE WEST wasn't beaten far on his two latest outings over further and dropping back in trip could suit ideally on his return. A mark of 105 still looks manageable and he is narrowly preferred to Looking Splendid, who is due to go up 3lb after this having scored comfortably at Kelso earlier in the month. Hexham runner-up Longstone Cowboy and Kuzco are capable of being in the shake-up as well.

Topweight BORN IN THE WEST ran well in defeat in two strong races at the end of last season and is taken to make a winning return.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (7) (7/2 +22%)Baikal |
7/2(+22%) | (7) Baikal 7/2, Scored by 1 1/4l off a mark of 83 over 2m3f at Newton Abbot on his penultimate start. Effective at 10f on good or good to soft ground; quick ground suits over hurdles and he's well treated on old form. Dual hurdle winner this summer and seemingly still in good form; can make presence felt. |
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2nd (1) (7/4 +7%)Turpin Gold |
7/4(+7%) | (1) Turpin Gold 7/4, Scored by 2 1/2l off a mark of 100 over 2m1f at Newton Abbot on his penultimate start, and ran to form when fourth, beaten 8l off 107 last time. Trainer in form; consistent at 2m on a sound surface but looks on a stiff mark. 3-6 for new stable this season and may still have more improvement to come. |
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3rd (4) (13/8 +41%)Gavin |
13/8(+41%) | (4) Gavin 13/8, Did too much too soon but did best of those up with the pace when fourth, beaten 15l, in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Newton Abbot last time. Suited by 2m; likes to dominate and needs a sound surface. Made all over C&D in May and has largely remained in good form since; probably in the mix. |
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4th (6) (28/1 -27%)Kotgar |
28/1(-27%) | (6) Kotgar 28/1, Disappointing when up in grade and was comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Ludlow last time; yet to match early juvenile form. Always behind when a big-priced outsider for first two handicaps. |
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5th (2) (40/1 -433%)Cogital |
40/1(-433%) | (2) Cogital 40/1, Outpaced and never threatened the easy winner when 34l third in a handicap here on his latest run. Effective at 2m on good ground; a recent Flat winner and well treated on old hurdle form. Won off much reduced Flat mark this summer but has not run over hurdles since 2022. |
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6th (3) (10/1 -25%)Estate Planning |
10/1(-25%) | (3) Estate Planning 10/1, Below form when beaten 10l in a handicap hurdle at Worcester last time, but had been in good form prior and remains in the mix. 0-9 over hurdles but has claims if judged on his dead-heat third over C&D in March. |
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7th (5) (33/1 -175%)Silent Revolution |
33/1(-175%) | (5) Silent Revolution 33/1, Pulled up in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Newton Abbot last time. Blinkers on for the first time; enjoys making the running; effective from 2m to 2 1/2m but regressive overall. Well beaten on all four starts for Alison Thorpe this year; headgear switched today. |

TURPIN GOLD has won three of his last six starts and with the trip and forecast ground sure to suit, he is readily suggested as the most dependable option. A three-time course-and-distance winner, Gavin has been running well in defeat of late and from a competitive mark, it would be dangerous to underestimate him. Baikal is versatile regarding distance and he could also be a key player from the foot of the handicap.

Topweight TURPIN GOLD has done very well for his new stable this season and may still have more improvement to come.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (6) (11/8 0%)Heron's Butler |
11/8(0%) | (6) Heron's Butler 11/8, Unseated in a maiden hurdle over 2m4f at Clonmel last time. Effective over 2m on good ground and may do better over a slightly longer trip. Looked booked for third when falling at 2nd last recently; big player based on that. |
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3rd (7) (9/4 +44%)Tsavo Park |
9/4(+44%) | (7) Tsavo Park 9/4, Needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m2f at Fontwell last time. Effective over 2m and showed promise in Irish maidens in the spring. Placed in point and ran to similar level in maidens; new trip worth a go.. |
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4th (9) (28/1 -40%)Cuguilla |
28/1(-40%) | (9) Cuguilla 28/1, Unsuited by the drop in trip when well beaten in a maiden hurdle over 2m4f at Tipperary last time. Usually held up, effective over 3m, and currently in only moderate form. Best of three maiden runs was over 3m when a 2l fifth of six; place chance. |
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5th (4) (22/1 +45%)Gallant Getaway |
22/1(+45%) | (4) Gallant Getaway 22/1, Showed little when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle over 2m1f at Down Royal on debut. Cheekpieces fitted for the first time. Yet to show much but bred to get further than 2m. Well behind in a bumper and maiden hurdle; cheekpieces on now but hard to fancy. |
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|DQ| (1) (11/8 -15%)Additional Time |
11/8(-15%) | (1) Additional Time 11/8, Ran well for a long way on a promising hurdle debut when beaten 10l in a maiden hurdle over 3m at Wexford last time. Cheekpieces go on for the first time. Effective over 3m on good ground and should improve for that initial hurdling experience. Point winner disappointed when well backed at Listowel; better on hurdle debut last time. |
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|PU| (5) (125/1 -56%)Gatsby Blue |
125/1(-56%) | (5) Gatsby Blue 125/1, Pulled up in an auction hurdle over 2m at Listowel last time. Yet to show anything of note, having beaten only one home in four runs over hurdles. Tailed off in 2 completed novice hurdle starts in UK; PU on stable debut when poor jumping. |

Race conditions ought to suit ADDITIONAL TIME, who might return to form in this weak contest. Placed on his pointing debut before easily defeating a subsequent hurdles winner at Punchestown in February 2024, he was later sold for 160,000 pounds. He was absent for 464 days prior to making his first start under Rules at Listowel in June, where he hung badly left. His latest Wexford performance was more encouraging, though, and connections will be hopeful he can build on that effort. Heron's Butler was still in contention when unseating two out at Clonmel recently and while more reliable than the selection, it is possible he lacks the same ability. Point-to-point-placed Tsavo Park was well held at Fontwell last month.

Only for a fall at the second last at Clonmel HERONS BUTLER wouldn't be eligible for this race and that run gives him a top chance
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (5) (1/3 +50%)Noble Journey |
1/3(+50%) | (5) Noble Journey 1/3, Finished promisingly when 8l fourth in an 8f maiden at Newmarket on debut. Trainer in form; middle-distance bred and shaped as though more to come over further. Major player on his Newmarket debut form (1m, good) and could improve markedly. |
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2nd (7) (10/1 +17%)Velocity Vow |
10/1(+17%) | (7) Velocity Vow 10/1, Keen, green, jumped path and had no cover but made a fair debut when beaten 9 1/2l in a 7f novice at Yarmouth. Returns from a break and looks a value selection on balance of form. 28-1 at Yarmouth (7f, good to soft) in May, hanging left as he faded into fifth of six. |
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3rd (2) (8/1 -14%)Devil's Brigade |
8/1(-14%) | (2) Devil's Brigade 8/1, Fair effort suggesting he wants further when beaten 9l in a 9f maiden at Yarmouth on debut. Ridden by a top course jockey; bred to be a miler but likely to stay further; big gelding who can improve. 28-1 at Yarmouth (1m1f, good to soft) and slowly into stride but fifth of 11 was promising. |
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4th (4) (50/1 -317%)Magnetude |
50/1(-317%) | (4) Magnetude 50/1, Green and showed little when well beaten in a 7f maiden at Newmarket on his only start. Bred to want 8–10f and should do better. 33-1, always towards rear when last of eight for maiden at Newmarket (7f, good to firm). |
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5th (3) (15/2 +73%)Grand Cascade |
15/2(+73%) | (3) Grand Cascade 15/2, Moderate effort but it looked a good race when well beaten in a 7f novice at Sandown on only start. Returns from a short break; bred to stay about a mile; strong sort with plenty to prove. 40-1 and always behind when beaten 23l in novice at Sandown (7f, good) in July. |
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6th (1) (16/1 -129%)Arouse |
16/1(-129%) | (1) Arouse 16/1, Solid effort in a good-looking maiden when 6l fourth in a 7f maiden at Yarmouth on debut. Bred to appreciate about a mile and should improve. 10-1 at Yarmouth (7f, soft), hooded and slowly away but showing fair form in fourth of six. |

NOBLE JOURNEY just about sets the standard with his debut fourth over 1m at Newmarket and, bred to appreciate this step up in trip (dam Group 1 winner over 1m4f), he rates the one to beat. Arouse and Devil's Brigade probably ran to a similar level first time out and both could step forward to land a blow. However, newcomer Sea And Sun might prove the biggest threat making the trip down from North Yorkshire.

While Devil's Brigade and Arouse also showed significant form first time out, it was NOBLE JOURNEY who most looked the part.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (8) (4/1 0%)Mc'ted |
4/1(0%) | (8) Mc'ted 4/1, Back to winning ways when travelled well when landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off 51 over 9f at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; threat. AW success last Saturday on stable debut; 1lb ahead of assessor under a penalty. |
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2nd (5) (5/2 +29%)Birthday Angel |
5/2(+29%) | (5) Birthday Angel 5/2, Finally off the mark on 13th start in this sphere when landed a handicap by 2l off 52 here last time; big chance of following up Opened his account in C&D contest last week, scoring comfortably; respected. |
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3rd (2) (6/1 +63%)Mrembo |
6/1(+63%) | (2) Mrembo 6/1, Below par beaten 5l in a handicap over 11f at Kempton last time; enjoys making it; was only beaten slightly more than 1l here three starts back; value selection based on balance of form. Broadly solid record at Brighton suggests she has place possibilities. |
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4th (6) (12/1 +0%)Galactic Glow |
12/1(+0%) | (6) Galactic Glow 12/1, Scored by 3 1/2l off 52 at Lingfield three starts back; fifth beaten 4l off 57 at Kempton last time; outside chance. Largely consistent 2025 form features two wins off lower marks. |
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5th (4) (50/1 -79%)Huxley |
50/1(-79%) | (4) Huxley 50/1, Mistakes, stopped quickly comfortably held in a novice hurdle over 2m at Stratford last time; blinkers first time; regressive maiden on flat, still needs to convince with stamina for 2m over hurdles. First-time blinkers need to make a difference. |
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6th (7) (16/1 -14%)Fram Castle |
16/1(-14%) | (7) Fram Castle 16/1, Did not get a clear run beaten 7 1/2l in a handicap over 2m at Lingfield last time; only win came at Kempton in June; off a short-break. Sole win at 2m; not crying out for this drop back in distance. |
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7th (13) (5/1 +17%)Thundering Breeze |
5/1(+17%) | (13) Thundering Breeze 5/1, Yard won this last year; appeared not to stay 5l third in a handicap at Lingfield most recent run; yet to open account in 11 starts, but not out of it. Maiden; ran encouragingly over 1m2f last time; unexposed at this trip. |
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8th (12) (28/1 -12%)Dogged |
28/1(-12%) | (12) Dogged 28/1, Ran to form beaten 7l in a handicap here last time; enjoys making it; on a very long losing streak and hard to recommend. Behind a couple of today's rivals over C&D last week. |
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9th (10) (16/1 -100%)Fighting Poet |
16/1(-100%) | (10) Fighting Poet 16/1, Scored by 3 1/4l off 49 here three starts back; fourth beaten 6 1/2l off 53 last time; needs to bounce back. Three-time course winner but is held by Birthday Angel on latest effort. |
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10th (1) (33/1 -65%)Huntly Lodge |
33/1(-65%) | (1) Huntly Lodge 33/1, Appeared not to stay down the field in a handicap over 12f at Kempton most recent; not done much since a fair debut at Kempton in October; bit to find. Down the field in two handicap attempts; goes without hood for first time. |
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11th (11) (9/1 -80%)Shabu Shabu |
9/1(-80%) | (11) Shabu Shabu 9/1, Scored by 1 1/2l off 52 over 11f at Yarmouth in August; returned to form when second beaten 2l off 56 at Pontefract last time; the pick on balance of form. Ran creditably with blinkers fitted last time; could go well in same headgear. |
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12th (9) (28/1 -56%)Self Charging |
28/1(-56%) | (9) Self Charging 28/1, Looked to want further when fourth beaten 7l in a seller over 9f at Wolverhampton latest; hasn't shown drastic amounts in four starts; bit to find. Needs to do better on handicap debut. |
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13th (3) (12/1 +33%)Racing Demon |
12/1(+33%) | (3) Racing Demon 12/1, Below par beaten 6l in a handicap over 11f at Kempton last time; beaten 1l in second here three starts back; on a workable mark but needs to bounce back Runner-up in three of his last four attempts without headgear; may rebound. |

BIRTHDAY ANGEL had something in hand when he won over this C&D last week and is a logical option turned out under a 5lb penalty. This is a slightly stiffer test but the son of Dark Angel is still unexposed on turf (on the Flat) and can be competitive again. Mc'ted is also penalised for a ready success at Wolverhampton and can play another prominent role back on the grass. Fighting Poet and Shabu Shabu also warrant betting checks.

The strongest contenders in the present moment are Mc'ted and BIRTHDAY ANGEL both scored comfortably last week.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (2) (2/1 +20%)Appeared |
2/1(+20%) | (2) Appeared 2/1, Improved from debut for experience when 3 1/4l third in a 10f maiden here last time. Yard has won two of the last five runnings of this race. Wears cheekpieces first time and should be winning soon for top connections. Neck behind Portnahapple over 1m2f here last time; may struggle to overturn that form. |
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2nd (7) (3/1 +0%)Portnahapple |
3/1(+0%) | (7) Portnahapple 3/1, Finished well on a very promising debut when runner-up, beaten 3l, in a 10f maiden here on his only start. Trainer in form. Effective at 10f, suited by cut, and could improve when stepped up to 12f. A neck in front of Appeared on debut over 1m2f here; bred to stay this trip; major player. |
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3rd (5) (13/2 +28%)Kilcrea Rock |
13/2(+28%) | (5) Kilcrea Rock 13/2, Ran to form when stepped up in trip, finishing fourth beaten 9 1/4l in a 2m maiden at Thurles last time. Effective between 8f and 16f on soft or good ground; early maiden form franked and needs to build on recent revival. Ground was too soft at Listowel; 2m was maybe too far at Thurles; has to resume progress. |
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4th (10) (15/2 +6%)Eroico |
15/2(+6%) | (10) Eroico 15/2, Ran to form when fourth beaten 3 1/4l in a 10f maiden here latest. Effective from 1m to 10f on soft or good ground and appears to be improving. Was .5l in front of Carthusian over 1m2f here last time; might not uphold that form. |
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5th (3) (28/1 +30%)Bartholomew |
28/1(+30%) | (3) Bartholomew 28/1, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 6l, in a maiden over 11f at Dundalk last time. Effective at around 10f and his debut form is working out well. Similar efforts here and at Dundalk over 1m2f; will have to improve a fair bit. |
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6th (4) (15/2 -125%)Carthusian |
15/2(-125%) | (4) Carthusian 15/2, Ran to form when beaten 4l in a 10f maiden here last time, having been in good form beforehand. Effective from 10-12f on yielding to good ground and his debut form has been franked at the top level; should be winning soon. Back from a break when just behind Eroico over 1m2f here; cheekpieces retained; a player. |
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7th (11) (8/1 -7%)Generous Support |
8/1(-7%) | (11) Generous Support 8/1, Ran to form when 9l third in an 11f maiden at Listowel last time. Effective at 12f, acts on soft or good ground, and remains in good form in maidens. Below her best at Listowel last time; prominent racer needs a bit more but can be involved. |
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8th (9) (66/1 -65%)Dior Noir |
66/1(-65%) | (9) Dior Noir 66/1, Showed mild promise on debut when beaten 9l in a 10f maiden here. Effective at 10f, though pedigree suggests further is unlikely to suit. Never better than midfield on recent debut over 1m2f here; has to improve loads up in trip. |
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9th (1) (250/1 -67%)Eastern Blue Bird |
250/1(-67%) | (1) Eastern Blue Bird 250/1, Outpaced and unsuited by the drop in trip when well beaten in a maiden over 10f at Roscommon last time. Needs 12f or more on the Flat, acts with cut, and looks one for handicaps. Has been well held in two Flat maidens and handicaps will be a better option after this. |
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10th (8) (12/1 +14%)Seti One |
12/1(+14%) | (8) Seti One 12/1, Improved from debut for experience when fourth beaten 5l in a 10f maiden here last time. Effective at 10f, may stay further, and acts with cut. An improved effort over C&D last time; needs another step forward but that is possible. |
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11th (6) (22/1 -10%)Mick Del |
22/1(-10%) | (6) Mick Del 22/1, Ghaiyyath gelding; half-brother to Storm Legend, a very useful performer at 7f. Faces a tough enough task on debut. By a decent sire and from a quality damline; seems yard's second-string on jockey bookings. |
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12th (12) (300/1 -100%)Mozzetta |
300/1(-100%) | (12) Mozzetta 300/1, Green and never threatened when down the field in a 10f maiden at Clonmel last time. Likely to need a much longer trip and handicaps to show ability. Beaten a long way in two maidens and handicaps will suit better in time. |

Runner-up over 10 furlongs here last month, PORTNAHAPPLE can go one place better. Having stayed on strongly to take minor honours on that occasion, the son of Masar should appreciate stepping up in trip on this second career start. With an official rating of 80, the Jessica Harrington-trained Carthusian sets the standard. Fifth here on his most recent start, the Lope De Vega gelding should be good enough to break his maiden at some point. Kilcrea Rock is another that has shown enough to suggest that he is capable of winning races.

Beaten 3l over 1m2f at this course on debut, PORTNAHAPPLE was a neck in front of Appeared then and is bred to stay this trip.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (2) (7/2 -27%)Hello Judge |
7/2(-27%) | (2) Hello Judge 7/2, Made mistakes but showed a good attitude and ran to form when beaten 1 1/4l off 114 here last time; enjoys making the running and may contend. Won this two years ago and added two more C&D wins earlier this year; high on the list. |
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2nd (1) (10/1 -122%)Busty Boy |
10/1(-122%) | (1) Busty Boy 10/1, Travelled and improved up in trip but was caught late by a thorough stayer when beaten 1 1/4l off 113 over 3m7f at Perth last time; has a bit to find. Runner-up on final three starts last term; drops back in trip on return but not ruled out. |
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3rd (7) (10/3 +0%)Alshadhian |
10/3(+0%) | (7) Alshadhian 10/3, Ran to form when second, beaten 6l in a handicap chase over 2m1f at Worcester latest; progressive at 2m on a sound surface. Runner-up at Worcester on last two outings; the step back up in trip could be a positive. |
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4th (3) (7/2 +13%)Realisation |
7/2(+13%) | (3) Realisation 7/2, Made mistakes and, though well backed, ran a bit below form when possibly outstayed up in trip; 15l third in a handicap chase over 3m at Wetherby last time. Ran well last autumn following a break and wind surgery; reappears after another wind op. |
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5th (6) (20/1 +20%)Cracking Destiny |
20/1(+20%) | (6) Cracking Destiny 20/1, Probably did not stay when well beaten in a handicap chase over 2m6f at Kelso latest; effective from 2m to 2 1/2m, tricky to win with but well treated on best form. In good form at Hexham prior to his blip at Kelso; others are more compelling. |
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6th (4) (10/3 +56%)Forged Well |
10/3(+56%) | (4) Forged Well 10/3, Well backed and ran to form when beaten 4l off 110 over 3m1f here last time; goes well at this venue and looks the pick on balance of form off fair mark on chase debut. Course hurdles winner; third in sole point-to-point; only six and could improve for fences. |
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7th (5) (8/1 +33%)Got Your Back |
8/1(+33%) | (5) Got Your Back 8/1, Quickened and ran to form when benefitting from a very easy lead up in trip; beaten 3 1/4l off 107 over 2m7f at Market Rasen last time and a value selection on overall form. Some solid handicap hurdle form last season; trainer's horses often improve for fences. |

HELLO JUDGE counts the 2023 renewal of this race among his four previous course wins and his affinity with this venue makes the consistent nine-year-old a highly tempting proposition once again. Realisation is of low-mileage as a chaser and is a noteworthy danger to the selection on his first start after wind surgery. Forged Well also boasts a course win (over hurdles) to his name and he could be a better alternative than Busty Boy, whose sole win over regulation fences came over further.

The 5yo ALSHADHIAN (nap) has made a promising start to his chasing career this season and gets the nod ahead of Realisation.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (5) (12/1 +25%)D'jo Dela Barriere |
12/1(+25%) | (5) D'jo Dela Barriere 12/1, Outpaced and outclassed when stepped up in grade, comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m6f at Newton Abbot last time. Looks the pick on race times. Did not get competitive last time but is now back on last winning mark; could have a say. |
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2nd (1) (5/2 -54%)Isle Of Sark |
5/2(-54%) | (1) Isle Of Sark 5/2, Improved on recent efforts when dropped in trip and wearing a first-time visor, appreciating a decent test to land a handicap by 5 1/2l off 107 over 2m4f at Sedgefield last time. Effective at 2m5f but barely gets 3m. Kept on too strongly for progressive rival at Sedgefield last week, his second stable run. |
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3rd (6) (11/2 -22%)Weaver's Answer |
11/2(-22%) | (6) Weaver's Answer 11/2, Ran to form and was just held by less exposed rivals, finishing 8l third in a handicap hurdle at Taunton on his most recent run. Value selection based on the balance of form. Placed on final three outings last season; contender if ready to roll after 220-day break. |
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4th (4) (4/1 -33%)Wolfspear |
4/1(-33%) | (4) Wolfspear 4/1, Back below last winning mark and returned to form after a break when beaten 2l off 107 over 2m4f at Uttoxeter last time. Trainer in form; effective at 2 1/2m and handles any ground. Returned from break with good second of 15 last month (2m4f); unexposed as a stayer. |
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5th (2) (12/1 -20%)Chillhi |
12/1(-20%) | (2) Chillhi 12/1, Scored by 17l off 104 over 2m3f at Stratford in September but did too much too soon from a wide draw when sixth, beaten 14l off 61 last time. Effective at 2–2 1/2m and acts on good to firm and good to soft; still mileage in mark on old form. Made disappointing stable debut on Flat this week; reverts to hurdling on career-high mark. |
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6th (3) (9/1 -50%)Balkardy |
9/1(-50%) | (3) Balkardy 9/1, Made too much use of and was comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m6f at Newton Abbot last time. Inconsistent performer. 2m4f course winner in June, and probably better suited by this trip; one to consider. |

A convincing winner over 2m4f at Sedgefield last week, ISLE OF SARK has adapted well since switching to the in-form Mickey Bowen yard and a 7lb penalty might not prevent the seven-year-old from going in again. Wolfspear rates the chief danger having posted a good second on his seasonal reappearance at Uttoxeter last month. Balkardy has winning form here and could also be on the premises, with a return to three miles unlikely to be an issue.

On just his second start for Mickey Bowen, ISLE OF SARK did very well to reel in an in-form rival at Sedgefield last week.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (1) (8/15 +27%)Hewick |
8/15(+27%) | (1) Hewick 8/15, A dual Grade 1 winner who finished runner-up in this race last year. Ran below par when well beaten over 3m2f in a Grade 1 hurdle at Auteuil last time. Effective at around 3m and prefers good ground; a former King George winner still capable at a high level. C&D winner in March and this looks another good opportunity on seasonal return. |
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2nd (3) (11/1 0%)Moon D'orange |
11/1(0%) | (3) Moon D'orange 11/1, Needed the run and was well beaten in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Listowel last time. Likely a prep for a chasing campaign and effective around 2½m. Recent Flat comeback run should have him fitter but fair bit to find on all known form. |
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|U| (2) (9/4 -64%)Run For Oscar |
9/4(-64%) | (2) Run For Oscar 9/4, Finished second, beaten 14l, in the Deacy Gilligan Hurdle over 2m6f at Galway last time. Usually held up in his races and stays thoroughly; best suited by further and gets 3m over hurdles. This could serve as a prep run for the Cesarewitch. Two recent runs could give him a fitness edge but lots to find on ratings with Hewick. |

HEWICK has multiplied his initial 850-euro purchase price by a thousand times and more to achieve 888,000 euros in career earnings, and has perfect conditions for today's seasonal return. Winner of the 2023 King George, he has bagged many big-race wins in a stellar career and, while well beaten in both the Grand National and at Auteuil last May, he had earlier scored over 2m6f here in March. He relishes good ground and, with his riders' 7lb claim, has bottom weight. In-form Run For Oscar has a big fitness edge and is suited by conditions, but has plenty to find with Hewick. Moon D'Orange won a Grade 3 Cheltenham chase last January but should struggle to score here.

A disappointing turnout and a good opportunity for classy chaser HEWICK, who won a similar contest earlier in the year
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (5) (9/1 -64%)Beach Partee |
9/1(-64%) | (5) Beach Partee 9/1, Ran to form when fourth beaten 3l off a mark of 59 last time. Effective at 5f or 6f and acts on this surface. Not the most willing but fairly treated. 6f turf win last month was followed by a fair effort on AW; needs more back at 5f. |
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2nd (3) (5/2 -43%)American Flight |
5/2(-43%) | (3) American Flight 5/2, Raced too freely when down the field in a maiden over 6f at Newbury most recently. Trainer in form. Yet to see out 6f so far, but this surface should suit. Well-balanced type who could do better dropped in trip. Improvement required to defy this mark but the drop in trip/class could spark it. |
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3rd (6) (6/1 -80%)Mad Unicorn |
6/1(-80%) | (6) Mad Unicorn 6/1, Improved on her second handicap start when switched to this surface, winning a touch cosily by 3/4l off 46 at Wolverhampton. Suited by 5f and handles the surface well. Strong sort with a bit more to come. Beat Redditizio to win a 5f Wolverhampton nursery on Saturday; bred to carry on improving. |
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4th (4) (9/4 +72%)Go Lockers Go |
9/4(+72%) | (4) Go Lockers Go 9/4, Didn't look that enthusiastic in a hood and was comfortably held in a maiden at Ripon last time. Returns after a short break. May be best suited by 5f and this surface, though form has gone the wrong way. Modest maiden form but gelded prior to this nursery debut and could take big step forwards. |
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5th (2) (12/1 +25%)Lady Lysandra |
12/1(+25%) | (2) Lady Lysandra 12/1, Didn't stay and was well beaten in a nursery over 7f here last time. Effective at 5f or 6f and seems to act on this surface, though has a bit to prove now dropped in trip. Not obviously well treated but the drop in trip and class could give her a lift. |
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6th (7) (13/2 -30%)Redditizio |
13/2(-30%) | (7) Redditizio 13/2, Ran to form when beaten 3/4l off 48 at Wolverhampton last time. Effective at 5f and acts on this surface. In good form but still a maiden. 6lb better off for 0.75l with Mad Unicorn on recent Wolverhampton run; looks fully exposed. |
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7th (1) (9/1 +44%)Tamather |
9/1(+44%) | (1) Tamather 9/1, Didn't seem to stay when beaten 5 1/2l in a nursery over 6f at Bath last time. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time. Seems effective over 5f on a sound surface but tricky to evaluate accurately. Down the field in two Class 6 nurseries last month; tongue tie needs to give him a lift. |

MAD UNICORN edged out Redditizio on just her second handicap start at Wolverhampton five days ago and, with the promise of more to come, she is fancied to follow up under a 6lb penalty. The latter is officially 2lb well-in and looks the main danger, although neither American Flight or Go Lockers Go should be underestimated as they step into handicap company for the first time.

Mad Unicorn is of obvious interest but the two well-bred nursery newcomers American Flight and GO LOCKERS GO can fight it out.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (3) (9/2 +50%)King Of War |
9/2(+50%) | (3) King Of War 9/2, Scored by a short-head off 53 over C&D here penultimate start; fourth beaten 4l off 57 last time; goes well at this track; wide draw. Won narrowly over C&D last month; not disgraced in follow-up attempt. |
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2nd (14) (9/1 0%)Chloe's Courage |
9/1(0%) | (14) Chloe's Courage 9/1, Ideally suited by trip beaten 1/2l off 46 over 6f at Yarmouth last time; was 2l third here over 7f three starts back; chance. Form since handicapping features a couple of good thirds. |
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3rd (13) (9/1 +36%)Bated Breeze |
9/1(+36%) | (13) Bated Breeze 9/1, Raced freely beaten 5l in a handicap over 6f at Chelmsford last time; now winless in 16 starts; difficult to suggest. Well treated on best efforts but remains a maiden after 16 attempts. |
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4th (12) (50/1 -100%)Birkie Boy |
50/1(-100%) | (12) Birkie Boy 50/1, Scored by a head over 9f at Les Landes three starts back; fourth beaten 3l off 48 over 8f here last time; in the mix. Ran respectably here last week but needs to improve on that form. |
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5th (5) (5/1 +38%)Poetic Force |
5/1(+38%) | (5) Poetic Force 5/1, Scored by 3/4l off 57 over 8f here in August; third beaten 2l off 59 over 8f here last time; top course trainer; looks pick on race times. Veteran whose consistent 2025 form features two wins at Brighton. |
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6th (1) (16/1 +0%)Havana Mojito |
16/1(+0%) | (1) Havana Mojito 16/1, Seemed to be on stiff mark well beaten in a handicap over 8f at Bath latest; back-to-back winner here int he spring over 7-8f; bit to find. Three-time course winner but has a doubt over current form. |
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7th (6) (11/1 -10%)Bear To Dream |
11/1(-10%) | (6) Bear To Dream 11/1, Scored by a short-head off 52 at Chepstow in July; very close second here three starts back over 8f; fifth beaten 4 1/2l off 58 last time. Has plenty of Brighton form, including four wins; not dismissed. |
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8th (10) (3/1 +33%)A Pint Of Bear |
3/1(+33%) | (10) A Pint Of Bear 3/1, Well backed beaten a nose off 52 over C&D here last time; multiple-time C&D winner, but on a long losing streak; could be close to winning again based on recent effort; the pick on balance of form. Resurgent over C&D last week; now 2lb lower and due to go back up 6lb in future. |
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9th (7) (9/2 +0%)Starsong |
9/2(+0%) | (7) Starsong 9/2, Scored by a head off 53 over 5f here penultimate start; second beaten 3 1/2l off 53 over 6f last time; upped in trip again; goes well here; should go close. Record at Brighton, all this season, reads 31412; ran creditably last week. |
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10th (9) (10/1 -33%)Oh So Audacious |
10/1(-33%) | (9) Oh So Audacious 10/1, Scored by 1/2l off 51 here penultimate start; fourth beaten 4 1/4l off 54 last time; trainer in form; off a short-break; value selection based on balance of form. Penultimate performance took her Brighton record 41313231; solid claims. |
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11th (2) (40/1 -100%)Otago |
40/1(-100%) | (2) Otago 40/1, Won this in 2023 and 2024; seemed to be on stiff mark comfortably held in a handicap here last time; usually held up; bit to find. Five C&D wins include this race for the last two years; good chance if back on song. |
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12th (11) (16/1 -60%)Desert Beauty |
16/1(-60%) | (11) Desert Beauty 16/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off 45 at Leicester in July; fourth beaten 4l off 50 over C&D last time; Sean Levey back in the saddle. Has some Brighton form, fourth to King Of War most recently. |
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13th (8) (28/1 -56%)Amathus |
28/1(-56%) | (8) Amathus 28/1, Scored by 3/4l off 52 over C&D here penultimate start; sixth beaten 5 1/2l off 56 last time. Recent form features two wins but he has struggled with consistency. |
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14th (4) (40/1 -100%)Callout |
40/1(-100%) | (4) Callout 40/1, Poor effort beaten 7l in a handicap at Lingfield last time; cheekpieces first time; wide draw; effective 7/8f, acts on GS, GF and AW, but not soft; erratic without being irresolute. Won off current mark over C&D in May; inconsistent since; new headgear. |

The answer could be STARSONG, who placed over 6f here most recently and won under today's jockey over an extended 5f at this track the time before. She has run well over this longer trip in the past and another bold bid is forecast. A Pint Of Bear went down by the narrowest of margins over C&D last time and could be in the firing line again, while King Of War and Oh So Audacious are others to note in a competitive handicap.

Being nicely ahead of the assessor, A PINT OF BEAR has a great chance provided his C&D effort is backed up.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (21) (11/1 +21%)Trubshaw |
11/1(+21%) | (21) Trubshaw 11/1, Scored by a head off 60 over 1m5f at Sligo three starts ago and ran to form when flattening out late up in trip, possibly outstayed, finishing fourth beaten 2 1/2l off 63 last time. Effective over 14f on good ground and progressive. Fourth to Grann's Boy over 2m1f at Thurles last week; drop back in trip here should suit. |
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2nd (11) (12/1 +40%)Quiz Test |
12/1(+40%) | (11) Quiz Test 12/1, Ran to form back up in trip when fourth, beaten 14l in a handicap at Listowel latest. Blinkers first time; effective 10-16f, acts on soft and good ground; on a long losing run but fairly treated if building on revival. Hard to win with but on a competitive mark; blinkers now replace cheekpieces. |
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3rd (10) (11/2 +50%)Imarajan |
11/2(+50%) | (10) Imarajan 11/2, Slowly away and never threatened on his Flat return but ran to form when beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap at Navan last time. Blinkers first time; effective over 14f, acts on any ground, consistent in both codes. Last year's second long absent but worth a look for in-form yard. |
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4th (14) (12/1 +33%)Plunkett Street |
12/1(+33%) | (14) Plunkett Street 12/1, Ran to form when beaten 5l in a handicap over 2m at Thurles last time. Effective 10-12f, acts on soft and good ground, and consistent since returning from hurdling. Bit to find on last week's Thurles effort behind Grann's Boy. |
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5th (19) (18/1 -125%)Whats New |
18/1(-125%) | (19) Whats New 18/1, Won a handicap by 3 1/2l off 58 over 12f at Roscommon three starts ago but departed early when refusing in a maiden hurdle latest. Progressive over middle distances on the Flat and 2m over hurdles, acts on soft and good ground. Roscommon win franked by second there on Tuesday; remains well handicapped. |
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6th (9) (20/1 -100%)Spanish John |
20/1(-100%) | (9) Spanish John 20/1, Improved on recent form down in trip back on the Flat, landing a handicap by 4l off 57 over 12f at Bellewstown last time. Effective at 12f, acts on any going, and in good form in both codes this summer. Emphatic Bellewstown winner raised 9lb so career-best required now. |
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7th (7) (4/1 +50%)Lady Kai |
4/1(+50%) | (7) Lady Kai 4/1, Travelled well and was out-battled late when beaten a neck off 64 over 1m5f at Tipperary last time. Progressive at 12-14f on yielding, good and all-weather surfaces. Just denied over 1m5f at Tipperary in late August; 3lb higher so more needed. |
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8th (22) (16/1 +76%)Go Flo Jo |
16/1(+76%) | (22) Go Flo Jo 16/1, Continued in modest form when beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap over 11f at Listowel last time. Effective at 12f with some cut and may stay a bit further; inconsistent in a short career. Opening handicap efforts at Galway and Listowel don't suggest she is a likely player here. |
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9th (16) (11/2 +66%)Earthsong |
11/2(+66%) | (16) Earthsong 11/2, Ran to form up in trip on handicap debut when beaten 2l off 67 at Navan last time. Effective 12-14f on yielding and good ground; latest form looks strong for this grade. Navan third in similar conditions makes her a major contender. |
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10th (5) (25/1 -127%)Sioux Eagle |
25/1(-127%) | (5) Sioux Eagle 25/1, Rallied gamely and ran to form when beaten a nose off 72 at Gowran Park last time. Returning from a break; effective over 14f, acts on soft and good ground, and admirably consistent. Gowran second back in May makes him a player if forward enough on return to action. |
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11th (13) (22/1 +0%)Makaiah |
22/1(+0%) | (13) Makaiah 22/1, A bit below form, tiring late on ground softer than ideal when fourth, beaten 8l in a handicap over 1m7f at Ayr latest. Effective 13-16f, all form on good ground, and looks on a workable mark. Soft ground on latest didn't suit; return to better ground should. |
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12th (15) (16/1 +36%)Miss Australie |
16/1(+36%) | (15) Miss Australie 16/1, Needed the run when fourth, beaten 11l in a handicap over 1m5f at Bellewstown latest. Effective over 12f; possibly flattered by maiden outlier but should come on for the return. Hampered on recent yard debut so don't rule out improvement. |
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13th (4) (40/1 +20%)Bruant |
40/1(+20%) | (4) Bruant 40/1, Continued in poor form when beaten 10l in a handicap over 2m3f at Down Royal last time. Effective around 2m with cut but out of form on the Flat since his debut hurdles win. Recent Flat form poor but down 10lb so don't rule out an improved showing. |
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14th (1) (16/1 +20%)Toto Too |
16/1(+20%) | (1) Toto Too 16/1, Ran to form when tiring late on up in trip, beaten 4 1/2l in a maiden over 1m7f at Leopardstown last time. Returning from a break; effective 12-15f, acts on soft and good ground, with more to come in handicaps based on jumps form. Okay in four Flat runs for current stable; handicaps need to bring improvement. |
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15th (17) (33/1 +0%)Breathe Again |
33/1(+0%) | (17) Breathe Again 33/1, Had every chance but ran below form when well beaten in a handicap over 1m5f at Bellewstown latest. Effective at 10f and just about stays 12f; an inconsistent maiden. Comes here on the back of a poor Bellewstown effort and doesn't appear a likely player. |
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16th (20) (7/1 +42%)Far Eclipse |
7/1(+42%) | (20) Far Eclipse 7/1, From the yard that won this last year; ran to form when beaten 1l off 63 over 12f at Galway last time. Effective 8-14f but inconsistent overall. Maiden hasn been getting closer of late; place claims at least. |
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17th (8) (100/1 -733%)Slowdownbarney |
100/1(-733%) | (8) Slowdownbarney 100/1, Head high and not putting it all in, but progressed again when beaten a neck off 66 at Wolverhampton last time. Not the most resolute but open to improvement if persuaded to apply himself. Progressive in the Spring; market likely informative after 6 months' absence. |
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18th (18) (10/1 -11%)Chopsticks |
10/1(-11%) | (18) Chopsticks 10/1, Scored by 5l off 51 over 1m5f at Sligo on his penultimate start, then ran to form when second, beaten 3l off 60 last time. Generally consistent on sound surfaces at 10-12f. Improved since joining this yard, remains of interest off this mark. |
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19th (6) (33/1 -18%)Qamari |
33/1(-18%) | (6) Qamari 33/1, Ran to form handling the soft ground when fourth, beaten 7l in a maiden over 10f at Clonmel latest. Consistent in a short career at 8-10f on soft ground; opening handicap mark may prove lenient. Promise in maidens; could have more to offer now upped in trip on handicap debut. |

FAR ECLIPSE is a lightly-raced three-year-old who has shown a bit of improvement lately. He was just behind Earthsong when fourth over this trip at Navan and was only beaten a length when filling the same position at Galway latest. He should have more to offer and gets a tentative vote. Grann's Boy must shoulder a 7lb penalty having gotten up close home to win over 2m at Thurles recently. He still looks well treated relative to his hurdles mark and will enjoy this stiffer track. Whats New blotted his copybook over hurdles last time but the form of his 1m4f win at Roscommon has been well advertised since and he has to enter calculations.

Plenty with chances but there could be more improvement to come from EARTHSONG on just her second handicap start
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (2) (11/5 -10%)Nobotheratall |
11/5(-10%) | (2) Nobotheratall 11/5, Bit free but improved from debut when third, beaten 1l in a bumper over 2m at Kelso last time. Effective at 2m on good ground and should stay further; expected to build on stable debut with a stiffer track likely to suit. Promising when third in his two bumpers and holds leading claims today. |
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2nd (1) (22/1 -38%)Knockeranna Rose |
22/1(-38%) | (1) Knockeranna Rose 22/1, Improved for debut experience when fourth, beaten 9 1/2l in a bumper over 2m at Hexham last time; returning from a break. Effective at 2m on good ground, and a bit further or a stiff track could suit. Displayed ability when fourth at Hexham on second start but needs another step forward. |
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3rd (6) (85/40 +47%)Western George |
85/40(+47%) | (6) Western George 85/40, Travelled well but found little after briefly threatening when well beaten in a bumper over 2m at Newbury on only start. Should improve for the initial experience but needs to progress. Down the field on Newbury debut but in valuable race; could be different proposition today. |
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4th (3) (25/1 -25%)Red Dart |
25/1(-25%) | (3) Red Dart 25/1, Promising effort when runner-up, beaten 5l in a conditions race over 2m at Tranwell on only start. Effective at 2m on good ground and ran well in a point bumper. Runner-up in two point bumpers; trainer has been doing well in bumpers this year. |
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5th (7) (13/2 -189%)Frankies Fortune |
13/2(-189%) | (7) Frankies Fortune 13/2, Very promising debut when winning a maiden over 3m at Dromahane by 3 1/2l. A 3m Irish point winner who should be suited by the stiff track on rules debut. Irish mares' maiden point winner; changed hands for 48,000euros and has joined a good yard. |
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6th (4) (5/1 +85%)Icy Glen |
5/1(+85%) | (4) Icy Glen 5/1, £4,500 Ice Breeze gelding; half-brother to Push To Pass, who was moderate at 16f; the yard is in decent form and the market should reveal more. £4,500 3yo; unraced dam closely related to 3m hunter chase winner; probably best watched. |
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7th (5) (6/1 -9%)Siege Of Acres |
6/1(-9%) | (5) Siege Of Acres 6/1, Ran to form when 35l fourth in a maiden over 3m at Liscarroll on debut. Shaped with promise in points prior to that first rules start. Well-beaten fourth in both Irish points but trainer does well in bumpers here. |
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8th (8) (300/1 -20%)Amber Dhaling |
300/1(-20%) | (8) Amber Dhaling 300/1, Pulled up in a bumper at Sedgefield last time when went off huge price and has it all to prove. 500-1, always behind and pulled up on debut at Sedgefield (2m1f, good) 16 days ago. |

FRANKIES FORTUNE won an Irish point-to-point in a ready manner before joining Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore. The daughter of Soldier Of Fortune is an exciting prospect and this could be a good starting point for her career under Rules. Red Dart's two starts between the flags also read well and he merits a close inspection in the betting market. Nobotheratall and Knockeranna Rose are the pick of those with previous bumper experience.

Nobotheratall sets the standard but possible improver WESTERN GEORGE is the selection for the O'Neill yard.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (4) (7/2 -17%)Captain Parma |
7/2(-17%) | (4) Captain Parma 7/2, Ran to form beaten a head off 66 at Chelmsford last time; the pick on balance of form. Improved close second at Chelmsford latest; unexposed and should be winning soon. |
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2nd (8) (11/1 +45%)Petra Celera |
11/1(+45%) | (8) Petra Celera 11/1, Slowly away down the field in a handicap at Newcastle most recent; usually held up; looks pick on race times. Three Tapeta wins, including C&D; excuse latest and no shock were she to revive. |
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3rd (6) (2/1 +75%)Tattie Bogle |
2/1(+75%) | (6) Tattie Bogle 2/1, Wide trip beaten 6l in a handicap at Kempton last time. Below par on Polytrack latest but has a decent record on Tapeta so far; not discounted. |
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4th (7) (7/1 +30%)Tiempo Alegre |
7/1(+30%) | (7) Tiempo Alegre 7/1, Scored by 4 1/4l off 56 over 8f here in July; eighth beaten 6l off 66 last time. Easy winner over 1m here in July; second back here next time but below par twice since. |
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5th (3) (11/1 -47%)Highland Olly |
11/1(-47%) | (3) Highland Olly 11/1, Scored by 3 1/4l off 64 at Musselburgh penultimate start; sixth beaten 7l off 72 last time; chance. Made all on turf in August; yet to prove he's as good on AW but given chance by h'capper. |
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6th (12) (22/1 -120%)Dumfries |
22/1(-120%) | (12) Dumfries 22/1, Scored by a length off 55 at Beverley in August; fifth beaten 4l off 59 last time. Former course scorer; added three more turf wins during largely consistent 2025. |
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7th (10) (22/1 -193%)Fistral Beach |
22/1(-193%) | (10) Fistral Beach 22/1, Raced freely when fourth beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap at Newcastle latest. Fair return from break last month but below par when fourth again since. |
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8th (5) (28/1 -211%)Little Keilee |
28/1(-211%) | (5) Little Keilee 28/1, Made too much use of beaten 5l in a handicap over 6f at Yarmouth last time. Runner-up twice in August but not at same level in recent starts. |
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9th (11) (33/1 -340%)Yoshimi |
33/1(-340%) | (11) Yoshimi 33/1, Below par beaten 1 1/4l off 59 at Leicester last time; off a short-break; in the mix. Returns from a short break off 1lb lower than when successful over 6f here in January. |
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10th (2) (28/1 -56%)Vibrato |
28/1(-56%) | (2) Vibrato 28/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off 70 here in August; 13th beaten 13l off 71 last time. C&D win in August but well below par in three runs for this yard since. |

Yoshimi showed more when finishing fourth at Leicester in August and could have a say off the same rating. However, CAPTAIN PARMA took a big leap forward after being gelded to fill the runner-up spot in this grade at Chelmsford earlier in the month and is just 2lb higher. The son of Iffraaj makes just his third start in a handicap and will prove tough to beat. Highland Olly is another to keep an eye on.

Lightly raced James Owen 4yo CAPTAIN PARMA (nap) looks likely to be winning soon based on his recent Chelmsford near miss.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (15) (8/1 +6%)Alright Darling |
8/1(+6%) | (15) Alright Darling 8/1, Had every chance but did plenty early when beaten 7 1/4l in a 2m4f handicap hurdle at Clonmel last time. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m and a consistent maiden at a modest level. Steadily declining mark of late but no real sign she can take advantage. |
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2nd (14) (11/1 -29%)Thats All |
11/1(-29%) | (14) Thats All 11/1, Won by 1 1/2l off 76 over 2m3f at Kilbeggan in July. Ran to form when fifth, beaten 6 1/4l off 81 last time. Effective from 2m to 2m4f but may not stay further; best held up late as not a strong finisher. Respectable form since Kilbeggan win; tries a new trip. |
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3rd (17) (28/1 -12%)Sineads Fancy |
28/1(-12%) | (17) Sineads Fancy 28/1, Made too much use of when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Killarney most recently. Cheekpieces on for the first time and out of form in 2025. Yet to hit form since returning in June; cheekpieces now tried. |
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4th (16) (12/1 0%)Hob's Angel |
12/1(0%) | (16) Hob's Angel 12/1, Outpaced and unsuited by a drop in trip at a sharp track when well beaten in a 2m handicap chase at Tramore latest. Usually held up and worth stepping back up to 3m after a short break. Summer chase form not that encouraging; returns to hurdles and others preferred. |
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5th (7) (14/1 +13%)Mother Ship |
14/1(+13%) | (7) Mother Ship 14/1, Pulled up in a 2m6f handicap hurdle at Listowel last time. Effective between 2 1/2m and 2 3/4m. Maiden with bits and pieces of form at around this trip but recent Listowel effort tame. |
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6th (12) (16/1 +0%)Creadan Grace |
16/1(+0%) | (12) Creadan Grace 16/1, Flattened out up in trip and finished down the field in a 2m6f handicap hurdle at Listowel most recently. Effective at 2 1/2m but currently in moderate form. Needs to improve on handicap efforts but only sixth start so has time on her side. |
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7th (6) (66/1 -65%)Diamonds Diva |
66/1(-65%) | (6) Diamonds Diva 66/1, Made too much use of and was well beaten in a 2m1f handicap hurdle at Killarney latest. Effective at 2m6f and handles cut, but currently out of form. Yet to convince in handicaps and seems best watched despite reduced mark. |
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8th (5) (12/1 +25%)Navy Waves |
12/1(+25%) | (5) Navy Waves 12/1, Won by 2 1/4l off 84 over 2m6f at Galway on her penultimate start. Below form off a revised mark when tenth, beaten 18l off 89 last time. Effective from 2m to 3m and better suited by a sound surface. Penultimate Galway win over this trip and return to this trip to suit. |
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9th (11) (9/1 +50%)Cathys Quest |
9/1(+50%) | (11) Cathys Quest 9/1, Unseated early in a 2m6f handicap hurdle at Listowel last time. A value selection based on a lenient mark judged on her old form. No joy since Kilbeggan win 2 years ago; recent efforts leave her with a fair bit to find. |
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|F| (4) (4/1 +27%)Great Bird |
4/1(+27%) | (4) Great Bird 4/1, Keen but improved up in trip when pulling clear with the winner, beaten 3/4l off 87 at Clonmel last time. Effective from 2 1/2m to 2 3/4m and progressing since going handicapping. Recent Clonmel comeback to Sallap second augurs well; likely major player. |
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|F| (13) (9/2 +0%)Sallap |
9/2(+0%) | (13) Sallap 9/2, Improved when stepped up in trip and fitted with a first-time tongue tie to win a handicap by 3/4l off 73 at Clonmel last time. Effective at 2 3/4m on good ground and may have more to offer now she has won. Clonmel winner's rise largely offset by claiming rider so has to be on the shortlist. |
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10th (18) (25/1 +38%)Glorious Singer |
25/1(+38%) | (18) Glorious Singer 25/1, Never threatened and was below form when well beaten in a 2m6f handicap hurdle at Listowel latest. Regressive overall. Longstanding maiden and no signs of breaking her duck in recent runs. |
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11th (10) (18/1 +0%)Ar Aghaidh |
18/1(+0%) | (10) Ar Aghaidh 18/1, Pulled up in a 2m2f handicap hurdle at Listowel latest. Effective at 3m and, as a point winner, could be well treated back in a handicap following a recent maiden win. Wexford maiden second never travelled on soft in Listowel handicap latest. |
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12th (9) (8/1 +0%)Ladies Well |
8/1(+0%) | (9) Ladies Well 8/1, Won by 1/2l off 79 over 2m6f at Ballinrobe on her penultimate start. Ran well below that form when sixth, beaten 21l off 84 last time. Effective from 2m4f to 2m6f and likely to stay 3m. Ballinrobe winner hampered when well held at Listowel; needs to bounce back. |
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13th (2) (22/1 -38%)Vroomvroomboo |
22/1(-38%) | (2) Vroomvroomboo 22/1, Outpaced and modest on chase debut when comfortably held in a beginners' chase over 2m5f at Sligo last time. Effective at 2 1/2m on good ground and may stay a bit further, though inconsistent. Well held on recent chasing debut and back hurdling with a bit to find. |
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14th (3) (12/1 +25%)Milanaway |
12/1(+25%) | (3) Milanaway 12/1, Travelled well and ran respectably for a long way when comfortably held in a 3m handicap hurdle at Roscommon last time. Effective around 3m and should build on that reappearance despite still being a maiden. Entitled to come on for last month's Roscommon comeback run and on a fair mark. |
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15th (8) (22/1 -144%)Siul Molly Siul |
22/1(-144%) | (8) Siul Molly Siul 22/1, Fell in a 3m1f handicap hurdle at Cork latest. Effective around 2 1/2m and suited by cut, though inconsistent. Clonmel second last winter; absent since taking a fall at Cork in March. |
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|PU| (1) (18/1 +10%)Hey Babbs |
18/1(+10%) | (1) Hey Babbs 18/1, Scored by 4l off 93 over 2m4f at Wexford three starts ago. Outpaced at the 11th and beaten 70l off 99 last time after a short break. Effective at 2 1/2m on a sound surface but inconsistent. Wexford winner well held both starts since; upped in trip now. |

SALLAP benefitted from dropping down the ratings when scoring at Clonmel and might confirm placings with that races's runner-up Great Bird. The pint-sized selection's prior form had been ordinary but, while penalised 10lb for winning, she had been rated 87 only last May. Today's 7lb claimer gives her a weight-edge over Great Bird, who is penalised 4lb. Cathys Quest returned with blood at both nostrils following her blundering exit at Listowel last month and if she returns to Ballinrobe form in July, when she finished ahead of today's selection, she would play a big part. Ladies Well was well beaten at Listowel but had been hampered three-out.

Recent Clonmel winner SALLAP can confirm that form here with Great Bird
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (5) (18/5 +20%)Artagnan |
18/5(+20%) | (5) Artagnan 18/5, Raced too freely and was beaten 4l off 86 at Newmarket last time; wears a tongue-tie for the first time; suited by 6f and a sound surface but recent form has tailed off. Only 6th in two runs this year but down in weights and tongue-tie is now tried; contender. |
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1st (2) (80/1 -344%)Jungle Drums |
80/1(-344%) | (2) Jungle Drums 80/1, Below form when finishing down the field in a handicap at Ascot last time; drawn wide; effective at 6f and a Listed winner at two; needs to prove he has trained on. 6f Listed winner as a 2yo; struggled in hot races for new yard; down in class but risky. |
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3rd (9) (12/1 -167%)Cherry Cobbler |
12/1(-167%) | (9) Cherry Cobbler 12/1, Well backed and suited by the drop in trip when running to form to win a 5f maiden at Southwell by a neck in January; suited by 5f on all-weather; a strong, game sprint type. Made all in a 5f maiden at Southwell when last seen in January; unexposed; market useful. |
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4th (4) (13/8 +68%)Don Pacifico |
13/8(+68%) | (4) Don Pacifico 13/8, Below form when beaten 6l in a handicap at Ascot last time but had been in good form beforehand; returns from a short break; a 6f specialist who acts on all-weather and is generally consistent. Not won a handicap but he has threatened; gelded since last seen; yard going well; chance. |
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5th (10) (9/1 -38%)Fantasy Master |
9/1(-38%) | (10) Fantasy Master 9/1, From a yard that won this race last year; ran to his current level when beaten 3l off 72 over 5f at Ascot last time; effective at 5f or 6f and acts on any surface; workable mark, best in Class 3 or below. Best recent form has come at 5f but he is a well-treated C&D winner; one for the shortlist. |
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6th (6) (11/4 +66%)Hello Zaman |
11/4(+66%) | (6) Hello Zaman 11/4, Poor effort when beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap at Kempton last time; has a top course jockey booked and comes off a short break; effective at 6f on all-weather but badly out of sorts of late. Good mark on this year's best and a gelding operation since last seen could pay dividends. |
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7th (3) (33/1 -230%)Alaskan Gold |
33/1(-230%) | (3) Alaskan Gold 33/1, Below form when beaten 7 1/4l in a 5f handicap at Leicester last time; effective over 5f or 6f and handles any surface; form appears to be on the decline. Patchy record for new yard and he'll be 3lb lower from the weekend; others look stronger. |
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8th (8) (33/1 -450%)Dream Composer |
33/1(-450%) | (8) Dream Composer 33/1, Ran to about his current form when beaten 3 1/4l off 84 over 5f at Ascot last time; suited by 5f and acts on any surface; consistent at a lower level recently with his mark easing accordingly. Winless in 2025 but dropped a long way in the weights; over three years since last 6f win. |
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9th (1) (16/1 -113%)Abbey Heights |
16/1(-113%) | (1) Abbey Heights 16/1, Poor effort off a short break when finishing down the field in a handicap at Kempton last time; enjoys making the running but has a wide draw; suited by 6f and a sound surface though form remains inconsistent. 4-9 on AW; struggled in a hot race at Kempton latest; down in class but drawn widest. |

Despite the 259-day absence, CHERRY COBBLER gets the vote on his handicap debut. Stuart Williams' charge showed a likeable attitude when making all over 5f at Southwell last time and an opening mark of 76 looks within his compass. Don Pacifico returns after a gelding operation and has every chance on the form of his narrow Wolverhampton defeat two starts ago, while Artagnan might improve for a first-time tongue-tie.

Artagnan and Hello Zaman are 3yos to consider but so is DON PACIFICO, who returns from a break having been gelded.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (1) (9/2 -13%)Alshimali |
9/2(-13%) | (1) Alshimali 9/2, Yard won this last year; scored by 2l off 50 here three starts back; last of eight beaten 14l off 55 over C&D last time; top course trainer. C&D win in August; less good since but capable at this level. |
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2nd (5) (7/2 +42%)Juno Star |
7/2(+42%) | (5) Juno Star 7/2, Ran to form beaten 2 1/2l off 50 over 6f at Nottingham last time; not beaten far last twice despite final placings; value selection based on balance of form. 0-12 but down in the weights and this year's best would bring her right into the reckoning. |
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3rd (4) (85/40 +47%)Antiphon |
85/40(+47%) | (4) Antiphon 85/40, Ran to form beaten 3 1/2l off 52 over C&D here last time; running very consistently here of late; cheekpieces first time; the pick on balance of form. On a losing run but three good C&D runs this autumn and new cheekpieces may help. |
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4th (2) (9/1 -80%)Libra Tiger |
9/1(-80%) | (2) Libra Tiger 9/1, Did not get a clear run when second beaten 2l off 55 over C&D here last time; off a short-break since August; chance on return. Not the force of old but fair effort when 2nd over C&D in August; not sure to build on it. |
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5th (10) (12/1 +0%)Dreambird Dolly |
12/1(+0%) | (10) Dreambird Dolly 12/1, Below par comfortably held in a handicap here last time; in good form prior; cheekpieces first time; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface, possibly soft; bit regressive. Placed twice over C&D in August; below par latest and now tried in cheekpieces. |
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6th (6) (33/1 -50%)Love You Millions |
33/1(-50%) | (6) Love You Millions 33/1, Well beaten in a handicap over 6f here latest; yet to show much worthwhile in four starts; difficult to assess and hard to recommend. Weakened over 6f here last week on her handicap debut; drop in trip needs to spark extra. |
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7th (3) (10/3 +67%)Barnsnape Boy |
10/3(+67%) | (3) Barnsnape Boy 10/3, Scored by 3l off 48 over C&D here three starts back; hasn't been up to that in two runs here since, including sixth beaten 4 1/4l off 55 last time; needs to bounce back. Two wins in August, including easy success over C&D; less good twice since; needs revival. |

A chance is taken on LIBRA TIGER, who overcame an awkward start and trouble in running to finish a respectable second over C&D last time. Off the same mark, he remains well handicapped on his old form and should go close if arriving in the same mood. Antiphon has been knocking on the door and warrants respect with first-time cheekpieces equipped, while Alshimali is much better than showing on his latest outing.

A weak sprint can go the way of ALSHIMALI. Antiphon and Barnsnape Boy are feared most.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (6) (28/1 -12%)Loingseoir |
28/1(-12%) | (6) Loingseoir 28/1, No obvious excuse when down the field in an 8f handicap here last time. Effective 7-9f on good, soft, or heavy ground, best with some cut. On a workable mark but recent form has tailed off. Did run well over this trip at Fairyhouse last month; needs to repeat that. |
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2nd (12) (28/1 +15%)Miss Nifty |
28/1(+15%) | (12) Miss Nifty 28/1, No obvious excuse when beaten 9l in an 11f handicap at Down Royal last time. Acts on good or good to firm ground and effective over 10-12f, though inconsistent and looks on a stiff mark. Won over 1m2f; not as good the last thrice over further and this trip is a question. |
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3rd (11) (10/1 -11%)Tofino |
10/1(-11%) | (11) Tofino 10/1, Scored by a head off 61 over 8f here in August and ran to form when second, beaten 6l off 66 last time. Effective from 7-8f on good ground and in good form. Won over 1m here; best runs since have both come at Bellewstown; questions about this trip. |
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4th (22) (18/1 +10%)Tai Tam Bay |
18/1(+10%) | (22) Tai Tam Bay 18/1, Below form when down the field in a 6f Cork handicap last time. Blinkers on first time and drawn wide. Effective at 6f on soft ground but out of form in 2025 after a promising reappearance. Poor lately but yard has hit form and blinkers are tried so not dismissed. |
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5th (18) (33/1 -230%)Mogwli |
33/1(-230%) | (18) Mogwli 33/1, Returned to form when making plenty of use to land a handicap by a head off 56 over 8f at Bellewstown last time. Effective 7-8f on good or soft ground; inconsistent veteran still well treated on old form. Dual course 6f winner; won over 1m at Bellewstown last time; needs more off 5lb higher. |
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6th (24) (9/4 +55%)Skippinandajumpin |
9/4(+55%) | (24) Skippinandajumpin 9/4, Improved when stepped up in trip, beaten 1 1/4l off 58 over 8f at Killarney last time. Effective 6-8f performer on soft or good to firm ground, bred to stay a bit further and steadily progressing. Decent handicap runs at Fairyhouse (6f) and Killarney (8f); more to come; one to consider. |
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7th (3) (16/1 +27%)Goldrush Kid |
16/1(+27%) | (3) Goldrush Kid 16/1, Made too much use of and was well beaten in a handicap over 8f here last time. Suited by cut in the ground, effective 7-8f, and consistent until his last couple of runs. Course winner over 1m; some decent runs in defeat since; has to rebound from two poor runs. |
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8th (2) (9/1 +18%)Goal Exceeded |
9/1(+18%) | (2) Goal Exceeded 9/1, Probably unsuited by the drop in trip when beaten 5l in a handicap over 6f here last time. Effective at 7f and acts on good or softer ground, though form has declined since reappearance win. Won a C&D handicap in May off 3lb higher; struggled off higher marks since but considered. |
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9th (4) (22/1 -83%)Verhoyen |
22/1(-83%) | (4) Verhoyen 22/1, Below form up in grade when beaten 7 1/4l in a 6f handicap here last time. Enjoys making the running and is effective from 5-7f. A veteran who can be unreliable but has dropped to a workable mark. Below form here last time over 6f but has a squeak on some of his better runs this year. |
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10th (1) (10/1 -67%)Zipster |
10/1(-67%) | (1) Zipster 10/1, Ran to form when benefitting from a drop in grade, beaten 2l off 74 over 8f at Ayr last time. Blinkers on for the first time and drawn wide in a big field. Suited by 9/10f, acts on soft, yielding and good to firm ground, generally consistent. Won over 1m at Killarney and 3rd at Ayr last time over same trip; may find this too sharp. |
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11th (7) (22/1 +33%)Senna's Girl |
22/1(+33%) | (7) Senna's Girl 22/1, Found nil when down the field in a handicap at Fairyhouse most recently. Off a short break and effective 7-8f on soft or good ground. Fairly treated on spring form but needs to bounce back. Beaten a long way on handicap debut when last seen; hood worn then is removed. |
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12th (26) (22/1 -57%)Yaxchilan |
22/1(-57%) | (26) Yaxchilan 22/1, Ran to form when beaten 3l off 55 at Ayr last time. Effective from 6-7f on soft or good ground but inconsistent overall. 6f winner was third over this trip at Ayr last time; ground-versatile and can run well. |
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13th (16) (12/1 +40%)Brains |
12/1(+40%) | (16) Brains 12/1, Ran to form when beaten 5 1/4l in a Galway handicap last time, having been in good form before. Off a short break, effective 7-8f on soft or good ground, in decent form and on a workable mark. Won at Leopardstown (1m) in March; some good runs since including over this trip at Galway. |
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14th (15) (20/1 +39%)Are You In Or Out |
20/1(+39%) | (15) Are You In Or Out 20/1, On a stiff mark when beaten 9l in a 6f handicap here last time. Effective 6-7f performer, progressive during the summer but handicapper may have caught up. Won handicaps at Leopardstown (7f) and Fairyhouse (6f) but below form since. |
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15th (5) (11/1 +67%)Dagoda |
11/1(+67%) | (5) Dagoda 11/1, Up in trip and failed to stay when well beaten in a 9f handicap at Gowran Park last time. Effective 6-7f performer, back on a workable mark and goes well at the Curragh but currently in poor form. Dual course winner appeared not to stay an extended 1m1f at Gowran last time; a shout. |
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16th (25) (66/1 -65%)Mapa |
66/1(-65%) | (25) Mapa 66/1, Needed the run when down the field in an 8f handicap at Cork last time. Effective at 1m and acts on sound surfaces but remains out of form. Maiden has been regressive this term and others are preferred. |
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17th (21) (100/1 -203%)Cannonball Queen |
100/1(-203%) | (21) Cannonball Queen 100/1, May not have stayed on testing ground when down the field in a 9f maiden at Gowran Park last time. The mile should suit, and she must bounce back now qualified for handicaps. Best effort came over C&D on debut; check the market for handicap bow. |
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18th (19) (11/1 +67%)Showhound |
11/1(+67%) | (19) Showhound 11/1, Slowly away and probably failed to stay when down the field in an 8f handicap at Leopardstown last time. Usually held up, returning from a break, effective 7f performer but out of form. Second over C&D in April but has been well below that level since. |
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19th (27) (80/1 -142%)Pure Granite |
80/1(-142%) | (27) Pure Granite 80/1, Improved on final qualifying run when comfortably held in an 8f auction race at Killarney last time. Effective at 1m on soft ground and needs to back up that latest effort in a handicap. Soundly beaten in three maidens; only of interest in attracting market support. |
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20th (14) (50/1 -25%)Heart Of Darkness |
50/1(-25%) | (14) Heart Of Darkness 50/1, Up in trip and may not have stayed when down the field in an 8f handicap at Bellewstown last time. Effective at 7f, acts with cut, handicapper has relented quickly but remains out of form. Has been poor on last four starts and has to return to form. |
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21st (13) (33/1 -32%)Clever And Classy |
33/1(-32%) | (13) Clever And Classy 33/1, Unsuited by drop in trip when down the field in a 6f handicap here last time. A front-runner effective 7-10f on soft or good ground, needs to dominate but inconsistent. Won at Roscommon in July over a similar trip; poor the last twice and has to rebound. |
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22nd (20) (80/1 -142%)Sonoma Sunset |
80/1(-142%) | (20) Sonoma Sunset 80/1, Appeared to improve on final qualifying run when beaten 6 1/4l in an 8f maiden at Navan last time. Effective 7-8f performer who now needs to back up that effort in a handicap. Best of three maiden runs came over 1m at Navan last time; check for market support. |
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23rd (8) (25/1 +0%)Zephron |
25/1(+0%) | (8) Zephron 25/1, Continued in poor form when beaten 6 1/4l in a Fairyhouse handicap last time. Usually held up and effective from 6-8f on soft ground. Out of form in 2025 but may need his preferred conditions. Came a long way down the handicap in last year; didn't run badly at Fairyhouse last time. |
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24th (10) (10/1 -54%)Prime Sign |
10/1(-54%) | (10) Prime Sign 10/1, Bit below form up in grade when beaten 5l in a 6f handicap at Naas last time. Trainer in form, tongue-tie first time, and drawn wide. Effective 6f performer on soft or good ground, needs more to defy this mark. Won over 6f here in May but wasn't as good at Naas 5 days later; needs best after a break. |
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25th (9) (33/1 -106%)Cali Case |
33/1(-106%) | (9) Cali Case 33/1, Another moderate handicap run when beaten 5l in a 6f claimer at Dundalk last time. Effective 5-6f performer on good ground but may have been flattered by his maiden win. Close fifth in a 6f maiden here; below form on AW twice since and has to return to best. |
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26th (23) (12/1 +52%)Night Magic |
12/1(+52%) | (23) Night Magic 12/1, Made too much use of when beaten 6l in a Naas handicap last time. Off a short break, effective 6-7f on good or soft ground, but struggling since entering handicaps. Below form at Naas last time with cheekpieces (retained); yard is in better form now. |

DAGODA can go well at a price in this big-field affair. A dual course winner in 2023, the Jenny Lynch-trained mare hasn't got her head in front since but has run well several times when returning to the Curragh, including when not beaten far over 6f in June. She has dropped to a dangerous mark and will enjoy an ease in the ground. Skippinandajumpin finished second to a progressive rival at Killarney recently. She's unexposed and should be competitive off a 3lb higher mark. Tofino won over 1m here in August and has been placed twice in three subsequent starts. Mogwli probably wants further these days, while Sonoma Sunset is a handicap debutant to note.

Having run well in handicaps over 6f and 8f, this trip might be optimum for SKIPPINANDAJUMPIN.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (3) (3/1 +14%)King's Trust |
3/1(+14%) | (3) King's Trust 3/1, Showed reluctance under pressure when 8l third in a novice over 8f at Goodwood on latest start; wears blinkers for the first time after a short break; bred for 8-10f, acts on fast ground, but temperament is a concern. Promise on debut; hung right next time and subsequently gelded; also blinkered. |
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2nd (4) (10/11 +27%)We're Goosers |
10/11(+27%) | (4) We're Goosers 10/11, Produced a very promising debut when runner-up, beaten a neck in a maiden at Newmarket on only start; a big colt who should improve and gives the impression he wants further than 7f. Promising second on 7f Newmarket debut; likely to take a bit of stopping. |
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3rd (2) (11/1 -69%)James Choice |
11/1(-69%) | (2) James Choice 11/1, May not have stayed up in trip when fourth, beaten 10l in a novice over 8f at Salisbury last time; middle-distance bred, sound surfaces should suit, and the drop in trip could help. Promise in warm race on debut but well-held fourth since. |
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4th (5) (40/1 -627%)Amber Hamur |
40/1(-627%) | (5) Amber Hamur 40/1, 25 Apr; 80,000 euros Saxon Warrior filly; full-sister to Lan Cinnte, smart at 7f; dam very useful at 7f; trainer in form. Plenty to recommend on breeding but will likely need useful effort to strike on debut. |
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5th (1) (11/2 +8%)Extraterrestrial |
11/2(+8%) | (1) Extraterrestrial 11/2, 9 Feb; 80,000gns Space Blues gelding; half-brother to Familiar, very useful at 7f; dam very useful at 9f; good yard. In good hands but the betting is perhaps the best guide with this newcomer. |

King's Trust took a step in the wrong direction when failing to justify favouritism and finishing third at Goodwood, but he has been gelded since and sports first-time blinkers. Even so, WE'RE GOOSERS looks the way to go. Hugo Palmer's juvenile was touched off into second on his introduction at Newmarket and would have learnt a great deal from that experience. With normal improvement, he could be the one to beat. Any market confidence behind newcomer Extraterrestrial would be interesting.

Hugo Palmer's WE'RE GOOSERS sets the bar pretty high after his promising Newmarket second.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments | |
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1st (2) (6/4 +50%)Press The Button |
6/4(+50%) | (2) Press The Button 6/4, Fell in a 3m maiden at Cragmore when returning from a long layoff; showed minor promise in point-to-points and may need a trip further than 2m under rules. Twice-raced in point-to-points; respected yard so any market strength has to be noted. |
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2nd (5) (13/2 -18%)Long Goodbye |
13/2(-18%) | (5) Long Goodbye 13/2, Motivator gelding making his debut; yard has had first time out hurdles winner recently; market can guide. Motivator 4yo related to French jumps winners; market best guide on debut. |
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3rd (6) (10/11 -70%)Get It Girl |
10/11(-70%) | (6) Get It Girl 10/11, Jukebox Jury mare and half-sister to high-class 20f performer Blackstairmountain; wears a tongue-tie for the first time and is expected to go well. Half-sister some smart types for the yard; big player in a weak bumper. |
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4th (1) (33/1 -65%)Hillfort Manor |
33/1(-65%) | (1) Hillfort Manor 33/1, Showed limited ability when well beaten on bumper debut at Listowel; effective over 2m but likely to need more time to develop. Listowel debut also-ran; probably best watched unless market speaks. |
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5th (4) (40/1 0%)Bradley's Row |
40/1(0%) | (4) Bradley's Row 40/1, Below form when well beaten in a four-year-old bumper at Roscommon last time with no obvious excuse; effective over 2m on good ground and needs to bounce back. Three ordinary efforts in bumpers, easily overlooked. |

GET IT GIRL is from a very successful family and can make a winning debut. The Jukebox Jury mare is related to six bumper winners, including smart performers Blackstairmountain and Mt Leinster, and starts off in what appears a very winnable contest. The fitting of a tongue-tie is a slight concern but not enough to make her opposable. Long Goodbye represents a trainer who is well capable of winning bumpers with debutants and the Motivator gelding is a half-brother to a 1m4f winner in France. Press The Button showed only a hint of ability in two point-to-points but is out of a Listed bumper winner and merits respect on his first start under Rules.

This looks a weak bumper and GET IT GIRL won't have to be too much out of the ordinary to make a winning debut
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (4) (9/4 -13%)Evening Saigon |
9/4(-13%) | (4) Evening Saigon 9/4, Game when second, beaten 2l in a novice at Newmarket (July course) on his latest run back in August 2024. Off a long absence; likely to need the run and has retained ability to prove. Similar form in three 2yo runs; gelded since; unexposed but 418-day absence to defy. |
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2nd (9) (13/2 +28%)Charlie Mason |
13/2(+28%) | (9) Charlie Mason 13/2, Ran to form when fourth, beaten 3l off 73 last time. Has a top course jockey booked and a wide draw. Effective over 5/6f, acts on any surface, and remains on a competitive mark. Strong finish at Doncaster last month and also ran well at Nottingham latest; contender. |
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3rd (2) (11/1 +31%)Emperor Spirit |
11/1(+31%) | (2) Emperor Spirit 11/1, Made too much use of and was beaten 6l in a handicap at Doncaster last time. Enjoys making the running; effective over 5/6f on a sound surface, though the mark probably remains stiff enough. Not kicked on from his winning stable debut but he's a C&D winner and is on a fair mark. |
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4th (5) (2/1 +60%)Mesaafi |
2/1(+60%) | (5) Mesaafi 2/1, Ran close to form and made plenty of use of in a visor when beaten 2l off 84 at Kempton last time. Wide draw; effective over 5/6f on a sound surface and his mark is becoming workable. Impressed over C&D in June; good run in a better race latest; big player despite wide draw. |
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5th (6) (13/2 -30%)The Thames Boatman |
13/2(-30%) | (6) The Thames Boatman 13/2, Ran to form when beaten 1/4l off 81 over 5f at Lingfield last time. Effective over 5/6f, acts on any surface, and looks fairly handicapped. Banging at the door this year and he should make another bold bid. |
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6th (10) (100/1 -257%)Hiatus |
100/1(-257%) | (10) Hiatus 100/1, Needed the race when beaten 7l in a handicap at Southwell last time. Suited by 6f, acts on all-weather, and likes some give on turf; form a little inconsistent. C&D winner; sharper for recent return but others appeal more at this level. |
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7th (8) (12/1 -9%)Rajaking |
12/1(-9%) | (8) Rajaking 12/1, Probably raced too freely when beaten 10l in a 7f handicap at Kempton last time. Was in good form prior; effective at 6f and acts on all-weather, though that latest run was below par. C&D winner; two good runs at Newmarket in August; not fully exposed. |
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8th (3) (40/1 -150%)The X O |
40/1(-150%) | (3) The X O 40/1, Made too much use of when dropped in trip and beaten 6l in a 5f handicap at Doncaster last time. Cheekpieces go on for the first time; wide draw. Effective over 6–7f and acts on all-weather; inconsistent. Should be well in but tough going for new yard this year; drops in class & headgear added. |
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9th (7) (12/1 +14%)Arran |
12/1(+14%) | (7) Arran 12/1, Raced too freely when fourth, beaten 6l in a handicap at Newmarket last time. Blinkers on for the first time; trainer in form. Effective over 6/7f on a sound surface and his mark looks competitive. Hopes rest on the new headgear giving him a lift; tongue-tie absent today. |

Not seen since August 2024 when runner-up at Newmarket, EVENING SAIGON has been gelded in the interim and this appeals as an ideal opportunity to strike on his handicap debut. A mark of 85 could prove lenient and it may be the experienced The Thames Boatman who gives him the most to think about following a creditable runner-up effort over shorter at Lingfield last month. Inishfallen and Mesaafi may also have a say.

The Thames Boatman should be involved, but MESAAFI ran well from a wide draw last time and his C&D win in June was impressive.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (5) (11/10 -21%)Rogue Citation |
11/10(-21%) | (5) Rogue Citation 11/10, Produced a good effort without being given a hard time when third, beaten a length in a novice at Carlisle on debut. Off a short break since; sprint-bred and fast-actioned; quite small but should come on for the run. Encouraging third on 6f Carlisle debut; open to improvement and the one to beat. |
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2nd (1) (7/2 -17%)Bushwacker |
7/2(-17%) | (1) Bushwacker 7/2, Disappointing up in class when fitted with cheekpieces, finishing down the field in the Weatherbys Scientific 300,000 2yo race over 7f at Doncaster last time. In good form prior; trainer in form; fairly useful and can bounce back dropped in grade. Went close in 6f turf novice in August; tough ask in sales race since and can bounce back. |
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3rd (2) (10/1 +0%)Chhota Saab |
10/1(+0%) | (2) Chhota Saab 10/1, Put in a solid effort when beaten 4l in a novice at Kempton on debut. By a middle-distance sire and out of a sprinting dam; should make normal improvement. Showed a bit of promise on 6f AW debut but plenty more needed to trouble Rogue Citation. |
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4th (3) (3/1 +25%)Starlit City |
3/1(+25%) | (3) Starlit City 3/1, Ran green throughout but made a fair debut effort when third, beaten 3 1/4l in a novice over 5f at Windsor. Off a short break since; by a sprinter sire and stayer dam; head high first time, can do better. Showed ability amidst greenness when third on turf debut in August; likely to progress. |
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5th (4) (14/1 +36%)Wisetanck |
14/1(+36%) | (4) Wisetanck 14/1, Run probably roughly reflected ability when beaten 4l in a maiden at Wolverhampton last time. Looks suited by 6f and acts on the all-weather, though probably not a lot to come. Stepped up on debut when fifth at Wolverhampton but might be more one for handicaps. |

Bushwacker brings plenty of experience to the table and if running to the level of his second at Carlisle two starts ago, he is likely to be on the premises. Rogue Citation showed ability when third at Carlisle on her first start and is noted, but STARLIT CITY gets the vote. Ollie Sangster's youngster ran green when making the frame on debut at Windsor in August and would have benefitted from that experience. This looks a winnable opportunity and he can take full advantage.

There was plenty to like about ROGUE CITAATION's debut third at Carlisle and this looks a decent chance for her.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (6) (5/1 +23%)Waiting All Night |
5/1(+23%) | (6) Waiting All Night 5/1, Never threatened after missing the break, beaten 9/4l in a handicap at Ayr last time. Effective at 7f to 8f and acts on any surface; inconsistent but enjoys Newmarket, with a losing run mounting up. On reduced mark but well held in last five runs and losing run is up to 17. |
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2nd (2) (11/4 +31%)Giant |
11/4(+31%) | (2) Giant 11/4, Ran to current form when second, beaten 4l off a mark of 74 last time. Effective between 6f and 8f and goes well on the all-weather, though has been a little below his best recently. Record of 112 at Chelmsford and that latest second was over C&D last week; big player. |
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3rd (7) (22/1 +0%)Onemorenomore |
22/1(+0%) | (7) Onemorenomore 22/1, Ran poorly from a bad draw and finished down the field in a handicap over 8f at York most recently. Effective at 6f to 7f and acts on any surface, ideally with some give, but currently below form. 5yo who has lost his way and needs a major revival back in trip. |
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4th (5) (7/2 +13%)Mister Mojito |
7/2(+13%) | (5) Mister Mojito 7/2, Close to form when racing freely and meeting traffic, beaten 3l off a mark of 73 at Newcastle last time. Suited by 7f or 8f and acts on a sound surface. On workable mark and he didn't get much luck over C&D on penultimate run; dangerous. |
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5th (4) (13/2 +7%)Revolutionise |
13/2(+7%) | (4) Revolutionise 13/2, Scored by 2l off a mark of 69 at Brighton two runs ago and was close to form when caught a bit far back last time. Has the top course jockey aboard and is suited by 7f and a sound surface; consistent overall. Won at Brighton on penultimate run but he couldn't make an impact at Kempton last time. |
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6th (3) (5/2 -25%)Kitaro Kich |
5/2(-25%) | (3) Kitaro Kich 5/2, Raced a bit freely but ran to form when beaten 1/4l off 74 over 8f at Kempton last time. Effective at 7f to 8f and performs much better on the all-weather, though the handicap mark reflects that; needs to build on the recent revival. Dual course winner who won in good style at Kempton last night; carries 5lb penalty. |
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7th (1) (40/1 -233%)Caragio |
40/1(-233%) | (1) Caragio 40/1, Needed the race when finishing down the field in a handicap over 8f at Southwell last time. The trainer is in form. Suited by 7f and acts on any surface, but still has ability to prove. Well treated on old form but was tailed off at Southwell on recent comeback for new yard. |

A winner here over 1m in August, GIANT looked to be finding his way back to that form when runner-up over C&D last week, and he is taken to go one better off an unchanged mark. Mister Mojito has strong claims if bouncing back to the form of his penultimate effort over track and trip when third, while Revolutionise had been in consistent form before a mediocre run at Kempton most recently.

Preference is for GIANT (nap) who is 2-3 at this track and was runner-up behind a major improver over C&D last week.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (5) (11/1 -10%)Mollie Foster |
11/1(-10%) | (5) Mollie Foster 11/1, Didn't get the best trip beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap over 7f at York last time; off a short-break; effective 6-7f, acts on GS and GF; trying a mile for the time; chance if staying. Hasn't kicked on in handicaps this term; first start on AW; others are more persuasive. |
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2nd (1) (4/1 +47%)Madame De Sevigne |
4/1(+47%) | (1) Madame De Sevigne 4/1, Returned to form down in grade beaten 1 1/4l off 81 at Chelmsford last time; off a short-break; effective 7-8f, acts on S, GS, G, GF; inconsistent this term. Runner-up both AW starts, including at Chelmsford in August; changed trainer since. |
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3rd (2) (9/2 +44%)Lady Of Arabia |
9/2(+44%) | (2) Lady Of Arabia 9/2, Ran to form beaten 2 1/2l off 77 here last time; consistent and has found level again, likely in the mix. Twice third over C&D in blinkers this autumn; cheekpieces return now. |
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4th (8) (10/1 -82%)True Colors |
10/1(-82%) | (8) True Colors 10/1, Well backed when when winning a maiden at Chelmsford by a head last time; returning from a break; in the mix off a a workable opening mark. AW maiden win; not obviously well treated but brings unexposed potential back from break. |
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5th (9) (25/1 +0%)Ruff Justice |
25/1(+0%) | (9) Ruff Justice 25/1, Something amiss down the field in a handicap at Newbury most recent; out of form, much more needed. Dual winner at 2 but has struggled in four handicaps this year; AW debut. |
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6th (4) (13/2 +0%)Wonderbolt |
13/2(+0%) | (4) Wonderbolt 13/2, Scored by 2l off 71 at Newmarket (July) penultimate start; seventh beaten 7 1/2l off 77 last time; should do better eaed back a grade and value selection based on balance of form. Too keen over 1m1f latest; won over 7f/1m before that and could resume progression now. |
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7th (7) (7/4 +50%)Purple Rainbow |
7/4(+50%) | (7) Purple Rainbow 7/4, Well backed well beaten in a handicap over 7f at Sandown latest; tongue-tie first time; has some good speed figures; highly tried in classy h'caps, can do much better, big player. Yet to shine in handicaps but given one more chance back on AW in first-time tongue-tie. |
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8th (3) (11/1 -120%)Jakarta |
11/1(-120%) | (3) Jakarta 11/1, Raced freely beaten a short-head off 78 at Newmarket last time; not most consistent but just two runs this term and coming to the boil. Quickly shown she retains ability on return last month but below par previous AW start. |

The Oliver Cole stable can do little wrong at present and this represents an ideal opportunity for JAKARTA to regain the winning thread after narrowly missing out at Newmarket last month. A winner at Chelmsford when last seen in May, True Colors is of interest off a mark of 74 on her handicap debut, while Summer Heat should be suited by dropping back to 1m having shown plenty of pace over further last time.

With the William Haggas stable continuing in excellent form it might be worth giving a final chance to PURPLE RAINBOW.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (3) (11/2 0%)Edergole's Gift |
11/2(0%) | (3) Edergole's Gift 11/2, Ran to form when stepped up in trip, beaten 3/4l off 51 at Lingfield last time; effective at 6/7f and acts on a sound surface; in good form. Went close over 7f at Lingfield (AW) latest and is only 1lb higher here; key player. |
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2nd (1) (14/1 -250%)Soar Above |
14/1(-250%) | (1) Soar Above 14/1, Needed the race when down the field in a 6f handicap at Kempton most recently; wide draw; effective at 6/7f with most recent form on the all-weather; bit to prove. Kempton specialist who has not won since 2022 and has form figures of 90068079 this year. |
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3rd (9) (10/1 -11%)My Mate Beattie |
10/1(-11%) | (9) My Mate Beattie 10/1, Back to form when beaten a length off 50 at Newcastle last time; trainer in form; wide draw; effective at 7/8f and acts on the all-weather; on an upward curve at a low level. 0-16 but was runner-up at Newcastle last time and has claims if she can back that up. |
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4th (10) (16/1 -14%)Bishop's Glory |
16/1(-14%) | (10) Bishop's Glory 16/1, Poor effort when beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap here in January; suited by 7f on the all-weather; inconsistent performer. Sole win was almost two years and is best watched on stable debut. |
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5th (11) (11/2 +21%)Match Anthem |
11/2(+21%) | (11) Match Anthem 11/2, Below form down in trip when beaten 5 1/2l in a 6f Redcar handicap last time; off a short break; effective over 6-8f on the all-weather; in poor form. Struggled on turf last twice but both wins have been on AW including over C&D; in the mix. |
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6th (13) (25/1 -14%)Questa Notte |
25/1(-14%) | (13) Questa Notte 25/1, Poor effort when well beaten in a Lingfield handicap last time; effective over 6f on the all-weather; form going the wrong way. Unexposed 3yo but she was always in rear in a 7f handicap at Lingfield (AW) last time. |
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7th (7) (25/1 -108%)My Clementine |
25/1(-108%) | (7) My Clementine 25/1, Won by a length off 45 at Chepstow on her penultimate start; made too much use of last time; wide draw; effective over 7f and acts on the all-weather; needs to get fractions right. Won at Chepstow but well held on Tapeta next time and this looks tough from wide draw. |
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8th (8) (5/1 +58%)Saidha |
5/1(+58%) | (8) Saidha 5/1, Ran to form when beaten 5l in a Wolverhampton handicap last time; usually held up; effective at 7/8f on the all-weather; mark seems fair enough. 0-10 but she's on a reduced mark and has possibilities if things go her way. |
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9th (4) (11/1 +45%)Evanka |
11/1(+45%) | (4) Evanka 11/1, Not beaten far and about to 2025 form but may not have stayed when 4l behind off 56 over 8f at Lingfield last time; cheekpieces first time; suited by 6f on the all-weather; seems to have regressed at three. Six-race maiden who has finished down the field in both handicaps; needs more back in trip. |
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10th (2) (7/2 +42%)Valadero |
7/2(+42%) | (2) Valadero 7/2, Would have been a length closer but for traffic when beaten 6 1/2l in a Wolverhampton handicap last time; usually held up; effective over 6/7f on the all-weather; mark workable, but attitude a concern. 0-27 but he's had three seconds since August and things didn't go his way last time. |
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11th (12) (25/1 +24%)Magic Fluke |
25/1(+24%) | (12) Magic Fluke 25/1, Ran to his usual low level when beaten 5l in a classified race at Yarmouth last time; off a short break; effective at 6/7f on the all-weather; very poor for some time. Sole win was almost two years and he's struggled this season; passed over. |
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12th (5) (9/2 +68%)Twitch |
9/2(+68%) | (5) Twitch 9/2, Ran to his current low level when beaten 5l in a 6f Kempton handicap last time; suited by 7f and acts on the all-weather; form regressing. Dual C&D winner who is on a dangerous mark but he's generally struggled this season. |
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13th (6) (20/1 -150%)Dark Sorceress |
20/1(-150%) | (6) Dark Sorceress 20/1, Ran to form when beaten 1/2l off 52 over 6f at Kempton last time; wide draw; suited by 6f on the all-weather; form inconsistent. Course winner who was close third at Kempton (6f) last time; in the mix back up in trip. |

Runner-up on two of her last three starts since scoring at Lingfield in June, EDERGOLE'S GIFT narrowly sets the standard on form and she can strike from a good draw with jockey Connor Planas taking off a valuable 3lb. Valadero had been in consistent form before being hampered at Wolverhampton last time out and he must enter calculations, along with Newcastle second My Mate Beattie.

Plenty have possibilities but the vote goes to EDERGOLE'S GIFT, who went close in a similar race at Lingfield last time.
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| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (4) (85/40 +36%)Jazz Scene |
85/40(+36%) | (4) Jazz Scene 85/40, Landed a handicap by a neck off 56 here last time over CD; bit in and out this term but the pick on balance of form. Sparked by return to AW and new headgear when winning over C&D latest; only up 2lb. |
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2nd (2) (5/1 -50%)Fire Eyes |
5/1(-50%) | (2) Fire Eyes 5/1, Scored by 2l off 53 over 7f at Redcar penultimate start; second beaten 1/2l off 59 last time; in best form for a long while, has rated higher, big player. In excellent form since tongue-tied, including second over C&D last week; leading claims. |
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3rd (8) (16/1 -14%)Heretic |
16/1(-14%) | (8) Heretic 16/1, Ran to form beaten 3 1/4l off 51 here last time; looks pick on race times; goes well over CD; in the mix Sole win back in 2023 and hasn't been threatening to add to it lately. |
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4th (1) (11/1 -38%)Rusheen Boy |
11/1(-38%) | (1) Rusheen Boy 11/1, Scored by 3/4l off 58 over 7f at Chelmsford three starts back; fifth beaten 6 1/4l off 61 last time; first try beyond 7f and bit to find. Course winner but over 6f; below par last twice and not sure to benefit from step up to 1m. |
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5th (7) (7/2 +13%)Have You A Minute |
7/2(+13%) | (7) Have You A Minute 7/2, Did not get a clear run landing a handicap by a neck off 51 over 9f at Wolverhampton last time; CD winner; in good form but will need bit more off a rise Met trouble and did well to get up at Wolver latest; former C&D winner; should go well. |
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6th (5) (16/1 -113%)Jackson Street |
16/1(-113%) | (5) Jackson Street 16/1, Below par beaten 9l in a handicap at Kempton last time; in good form prior; getting closer to finding level, could get in the mix Now 1-28 and pulled too hard over 1m latest. |
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7th (3) (11/2 +50%)See Paris |
11/2(+50%) | (3) See Paris 11/2, Seemed to be on stiff mark well beaten in a handicap over 7f at Doncaster latest; usually held up; off a short-break; bit to find on recent form Yet to really threaten in Britain but mark coming down and worth second look in betting. |
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8th (6) (9/1 -20%)Bayadere |
9/1(-20%) | (6) Bayadere 9/1, Beaten 4l off 60 at Lingfield last time; trainer in form; well below levels shown last year; getting closer but still to find level Well treated on last year's form but hard to fancy on recent exploits. |

Now that JAZZ SCENE has regained the winning thread after a determined performance here last month, the four-year-old is likely to have plenty more to come off 2lb higher, with Cieren Fallon a notable jockey booking. Runner-up over the same track and trip recently, after scoring at Redcar before that, Fire Eyes is likely to be thereabouts once again, while Wolverhampton winner Have You A Minute also holds claims cutting back in distance.

Fire Eyes can add to her string of good efforts but preference is for HAVE YOU A MINUTE, who did well to get up last time.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (4) (11/4 -38%)Morte Point |
11/4(-38%) | (4) Morte Point 11/4, Ran to form when second, beaten 3/4l off 81 last time; effective at 6f and 7f, acts on AW; remains in good form. Won at Newbury before a close call in a Class 2 at Doncaster; big player back in grade. |
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2nd (1) (7/1 +0%)Mandurah |
7/1(+0%) | (1) Mandurah 7/1, Too much to do off a slow pace when beaten 3 1/4l off 90 over 6f at Yarmouth last time; suited by 6f at two, acts on AW; disappointing as a 3yo, but her mark is falling and she hinted at better latest. Highly tried on several occasions and she's still unexposed as handicapper; not ruled out. |
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3rd (2) (6/1 +33%)Arctic Grey |
6/1(+33%) | (2) Arctic Grey 6/1, Didn't stay on soft ground when beaten 10l in a handicap over 8f at Ayr last time; wide draw; effective at 7f and 8f, acts on AW; should return to form on this surface. Form figures of 121 to start his career but he's not lived up to that in four runs since. |
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4th (8) (11/1 -57%)Fire Flame |
11/1(-57%) | (8) Fire Flame 11/1, Scored by 1 1/4l off 72 at Thirsk three starts back; a bit below form up in trip to a mile last time; trainer in form; wide draw; suited by 7f and acts on AW; return to ideal distance may help. Had traffic issues in last two starts and could be a big factor if he gets the breaks. |
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5th (7) (9/2 +25%)The Quiet Gent |
9/2(+25%) | (7) The Quiet Gent 9/2, Game and ran to form when beaten 3l off 82 at Kempton last time; top course jockey booked; usually held up; effective from 5f to 7f and acts on AW; in good form now. Placed in two of his last three handicaps and has possibilities off dangerous mark. |
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6th (5) (12/1 -71%)Lord Roxby |
12/1(-71%) | (5) Lord Roxby 12/1, Didn't stay and was comfortably held in a handicap over 8f at Newbury last time; hood on for the first time; suited by 6f and 7f, acts on AW; drop in trip should help. Unexposed at this trip and has claims if he can get back near best with hood added. |
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7th (6) (33/1 -230%)The Third Star |
33/1(-230%) | (6) The Third Star 33/1, Poor effort back up in class when down the field in the Flying Fillies' Stakes (Listed) over 6f at Pontefract most recently; wide draw; off a short break; suited by 7f, acts on any surface; has lost form. Highly tried on a few occasions but was last of six in sole handicap; others preferred. |
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8th (3) (3/1 +67%)Woroodd |
3/1(+67%) | (3) Woroodd 3/1, Produced a very poor effort, possibly unsuited by soft ground, down the field in a handicap over 8f at Newbury most recently; suited by 7f; has quite a bit to prove after two poor handicap runs. Lightly raced filly but she struggled at Newbury last time and needs to bounce back. |
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9th (10) (100/1 -203%)Griselda |
100/1(-203%) | (10) Griselda 100/1, Poor effort when down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recently; effective at 6f though not proven at 7f; acts on AW; out of form in 2025. Won three in a row last summer but has generally struggled since; others preferred. |
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10th (9) (100/1 -257%)Victory Sound |
100/1(-257%) | (9) Victory Sound 100/1, Ran terribly, possibly due to a breathing issue, and was comfortably held in a handicap over 8f at Newmarket (July) last time; blinkers first time; back from a wind operation; effective at 7f and 8f, acted on AW as a 2yo; yet to prove he's trained on. Failed to beat a rival in two runs for current yard; needs a major revival after wind op. |

A confident vote goes to MORTE POINT, whose Newbury triumph is sandwiched in between two fine runner-up efforts. The son of Due Diligence undoubtedly has much less to prove than some of his rivals and the progressive gelding is preferred to Arctic Grey, who receives a welcome ease in class having failed to land a blow in a class 2 at Ayr latest. The Quiet Gent is already proven on Polytrack and he didn't run too badly at Kempton last time.

Top of the list is MORTE POINT, who won at Newbury before a close second in a Class 2 event at Doncaster last month.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (10) (14/1 -17%)Massimo Blue |
14/1(-17%) | (10) Massimo Blue 14/1, Slowly away well beaten in a handicap at Chelmsford latest; looks pick on race times; struggling since handicapping and needs dramatic jump forward on recent form AW maiden win in February but subsequent handicap form underwhelming. |
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2nd (9) (11/4 +17%)Atomic Mass |
11/4(+17%) | (9) Atomic Mass 11/4, Slowly away beaten 3/4l off 58 here last time over CD; on last winning mark, in the mix Back on form when second over C&D recently and could go one better now. |
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3rd (3) (13/2 +13%)Addarella |
13/2(+13%) | (3) Addarella 13/2, Below par beaten 3l off 64 here last time not suited by a very steady pace; can do better granted a decent pace, the pick on balance of form. Third in pair of C&D handicaps this autumn but bit more needed for the win. |
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4th (7) (11/2 -38%)Naval Ensign |
11/2(-38%) | (7) Naval Ensign 11/2, Well backed beaten 2l off 63 over 7f at Yarmouth last time; unproven on Tapeta; has found level, player Second start for new yard when second in 7f turf handicap latest; enters calculations. |
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4th (4) (16/1 -45%)Sanbona |
16/1(-45%) | (4) Sanbona 16/1, Scored by 3 1/2l off 54 over 5f at Musselburgh penultimate start; 14th beaten 10l off 60 last time when poorly drawn; can bounce back, in the mix Won on AW/turf in recent months but run of good form came to halt latest. |
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6th (1) (3/1 +50%)Lucius Aurelius |
3/1(+50%) | (1) Lucius Aurelius 3/1, Beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap over 5f at Pontefract last time; cheekpieces first time; not most reliable but placed two from two over CD and value selection based on balance of form. Well treated on peak form (including C&D) if cheekpieces spark a revival. |
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7th (11) (22/1 -38%)Brave Bob |
22/1(-38%) | (11) Brave Bob 22/1, Looked to want further beaten 8l in a handicap over 5f at Carlisle last time; cheekpieces first time; has shown glimpses but needs to improve markedly for first time headgear Fourth on handicap debut but struggled since; now switches to AW with cheekpieces added. |
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8th (5) (40/1 -186%)Nordic Games |
40/1(-186%) | (5) Nordic Games 40/1, Appeared not to stay well beaten in a handicap over 7f at Kempton latest; went close in a class 5 h'cap three runs back in late July; back on last winning mark, each way claims 5f course winner but more miss than hit since; first run for new yard. |
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9th (8) (18/1 +0%)Andalprofit |
18/1(+0%) | (8) Andalprofit 18/1, Appeared not to stay well beaten in a handicap over 7f at Newcastle latest; conditions fine but lost way badly and lot to prove 6f AW winner on reappearance in April but has struggled since. |
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10th (2) (8/1 -33%)Fancy Dancer |
8/1(-33%) | (2) Fancy Dancer 8/1, Scored by a neck off 62 over 5f at Brighton three starts back; poor effort sixth beaten 9 1/2l off 64 last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 5/6f on a sound surface, likes fast; has lost form. AW winner; wide trip excuse latest; good jockey booking with cheekpieces also added. |
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11th (6) (16/1 -14%)Cape Sovereign |
16/1(-14%) | (6) Cape Sovereign 16/1, Below par beaten 9l in a handicap over 5f at Newcastle last time; signs of finding level before two below par efforts; well-weighted if rediscovering form but bit to prove Now 0-12 and never travelling back on AW last time. |

ATOMIC MASS bounced back to form with a strong runner-up effort here last month and, providing he's not too keen, the son of Havana Gold can strike off 2lb higher. Dropping back in trip looks like a good move for Naval Ensign after a creditable second over 7f at Yarmouth last month, while Addarella is another to note on the drop in class after being in the first three at this venue the last twice.

The Mick and David Easterby stable started the week with a bang and might be good for another winner courtesy of ATOMIC MASS.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (4) (7/2 +42%)Kessaar Power |
7/2(+42%) | (4) Kessaar Power 7/2, Made too much use of on soft ground when finishing down the field in a handicap at Brighton last time. Effective over 7f to 1m on most surfaces but his recent form has been going the wrong way. C&D winner last October; poor run latest but likely to leave that well behind. |
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2nd (1) (11/4 +45%)Cuban Fiesta |
11/4(+45%) | (1) Cuban Fiesta 11/4, Ran to current level but below form when beaten 6l in a handicap at Southwell last time. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time. Effective at 1m on a sound surface but has been poor in his last four starts. 4lb lower than for his Newcastle win in May; quiet of late but eased in grade this time. |
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3rd (9) (28/1 -100%)Madrigal Moment |
28/1(-100%) | (9) Madrigal Moment 28/1, Carried her head high under pressure and finished down the field in a 10f handicap at Newcastle last time. The trainer is in form, but her only worthwhile run came over 10f on good ground and she looks unwilling. Close second on handicap debut in July but two heavy defeats on AW since; down in trip. |
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4th (10) (80/1 -300%)Poke The Bear |
80/1(-300%) | (10) Poke The Bear 80/1, Produced a poor first run after a wind operation when finishing down the field in a handicap at Kempton last time. Has little worthwhile form and all to prove after his breathing issue was exposed. Unplaced all seven starts; perhaps sharper for last month's return but not a solid option. |
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5th (8) (18/1 -50%)Maury |
18/1(-50%) | (8) Maury 18/1, Pulled his chance away and was beaten 7 1/4l in a 7f handicap here last time. Has shown little worthwhile form and needs to settle to have any chance. Poor form in his nine starts and not sure where the requisite improvement is coming from. |
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6th (3) (85/40 -21%)My Boy Harry |
85/40(-21%) | (3) My Boy Harry 85/40, Ran to form in a visor when landing a handicap by a length off 49 at Kempton last time. Has a wide draw but is effective over 7f to 1m on the all-weather and remains in good form, though 6lb higher now. Improved for a visor when beating 12 rivals at Kempton last week; in the thick of it again. |
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7th (2) (7/1 +50%)Wild Embers |
7/1(+50%) | (2) Wild Embers 7/1, Produced a very poor effort when tried in a tongue-tie and finished down the field in a 6f handicap at Kempton last time. Effective at 6f on the all-weather, though his form has been very erratic. Inconsistent but down in class and up in trip; one to note for market confidence. |
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8th (5) (11/1 +21%)Iftikhaar |
11/1(+21%) | (5) Iftikhaar 11/1, Scored by a length off 45 here on his penultimate start but ran poorly last time. Blinkers go on for the first time and he has a wide draw. Effective from 1m to 1m2f on the all-weather but not one to rely on. 30th time lucky when winning over C&D last month; poor run latest; new headgear today. |
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9th (6) (18/1 -227%)Capallcliste |
18/1(-227%) | (6) Capallcliste 18/1, Ran to form when beaten 3 1/2l off 46 over 7f here last time. Effective over 7f to 1m on the all-weather, consistent but his current mark looks stiff. Exposed maiden but conditions shouldn't be an issue and he holds each-way claims again. |
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10th (7) (50/1 -150%)Broadhaven Bay |
50/1(-150%) | (7) Broadhaven Bay 50/1, Dropped away tamely when finishing down the field in a handicap at Kempton last time. Has a wide draw and, though a nursery winner last year, the wind operation does not appear to have worked. More bad runs than good in 2025 and easy enough to have reservations. |

The application of a first-time visor (retained) appeared to work the oracle for MY BOY HARRY, who struck at Kempton last Friday. Ashley Lewis negates much of the 6lb penalty courtesy of his 5lb claim and, although a wide draw is far from ideal, the three-year-old is unexposed over a mile and should have more to offer. Iftikhaar won at odds of 40/1 over C&D last month but disappointed latest and the blinkers will need to have a positive effect. Kessaar Power could be a bigger threat.

Wild Embers is interesting upped in trip but KESSAAR POWER is marginally preferred now back on AW after a recent run.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (7) (7/4 +71%)Betelgeuse |
7/4(+71%) | (7) Betelgeuse 7/4, Below par comfortably held in a handicap at Newmarket (July) last time; off a short-break; still not found optimum conditions; handles surface; bit to prove but fair chance on pick of form Signs of progress in first two handicaps but disappointing last twice; has been gelded. |
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2nd (9) (40/1 -43%)Yurinov |
40/1(-43%) | (9) Yurinov 40/1, Below par well beaten in a handicap over 12f at Newcastle latest; plenty more needed. No worthwhile form since a spell in France and very opposable at the minute. |
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3rd (2) (11/2 +27%)Lahire |
11/2(+27%) | (2) Lahire 11/2, Below par well beaten in a maiden over 12f here latest; trainer in form; looks pick on race times; stamina to prove but on workable opening mark for Flat handicap debut Hurdle winner; placed on two of three Flat starts; first handicap in this sphere. |
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4th (4) (17/2 -13%)Balgowan |
17/2(-13%) | (4) Balgowan 17/2, Below par well beaten in a handicap at Salisbury latest back on turf; in good form prior and mostly pretty consistent on AW; stays trip well; sole win at course (2m); player Sole win came here; placed on AW this summer and soft ground possibly against him latest. |
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5th (1) (13/2 -18%)Inlet |
13/2(-18%) | (1) Inlet 13/2, Slowly away beaten 2 1/2l off 57 over 2m1f at Wolverhampton last time; mostly competitive and often in the mix, value selection based on balance of form. 0-12 but knocking on door in staying handicaps on AW lately. |
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6th (8) (3/1 -50%)Belaya River |
3/1(-50%) | (8) Belaya River 3/1, Ran to form beaten a short-head off 58 here last time over CD in first time cheekpieces (retained); solid claims to open account Went close over C&D latest despite hanging left; big player off same mark. |
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7th (6) (16/1 -113%)Sea Master |
16/1(-113%) | (6) Sea Master 16/1, Scored by a short-head off 52 over 1m5f at Hamilton in July; sixth beaten 22l off 55 last time on rare below par effort; handles Tapeta and should bounce back, in the mix Largely consistent on turf for Ruth Carr and had AW form for previous yard; player. |
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8th (3) (40/1 -186%)Harry The Haggler |
40/1(-186%) | (3) Harry The Haggler 40/1, Below par beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap over 11f here last time; winner here over 1m4f; yet to go beyond 1m4f; goes well here and could contend but others have stronger claims Course winner in February but below par in two runs back from break. |
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9th (5) (14/1 -40%)Mr Zippi |
14/1(-40%) | (5) Mr Zippi 14/1, Probably needed race down the field in a handicap over 12f at Newcastle most recent; likes it here but yet to prove stays this far (6th of 7 only try); bit to prove Second over 1m4f here in April; should be sharper for recent Newcastle run; considered. |

Lahire hasn't shown a great deal in his three maiden/novice starts on the Flat but could prove a different proposition now tackling the handicap ranks. However, BELAYA RIVER has finished in the frame in each of his last three outings, most recently dead-heating for second in first-time cheekpieces (retained) over track and trip last month. If the three-year-old is in similar form, he could prove hard to beat. Inlet isn't out of it either.

Although his hanging left last time is a slight concern, lightly raced 3yo BELAYA RIVER has it in him to win a race like this.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (3) (11/8 +39%)Wyld Bill |
11/8(+39%) | (3) Wyld Bill 11/8, Backed up a cosy win when second, beaten 1 1/4l off 64 last time; effective over 10/11f and progressive on the all-weather. Progressing well on AW, including a C&D success; leading contender. |
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2nd (1) (13/2 +35%)Mister Daydream |
13/2(+35%) | (1) Mister Daydream 13/2, Didn't act on the soft ground when well beaten in a handicap over 9f at Hamilton last time; suited by 10/11f and acts on the all-weather; not in best form. Two wins in the spring, the latest off 7lb higher; quiet since May; drops in class today. |
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3rd (9) (17/2 +47%)Twilight Guest |
17/2(+47%) | (9) Twilight Guest 17/2, Poor effort when well beaten in a handicap at Epsom last time after a short break; suited by 10f and acts on the all-weather; form going the wrong way. Three turf wins in May/June but comes here on the back of two heavy defeats. |
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4th (2) (4/1 +0%)Masqool |
4/1(+0%) | (2) Masqool 4/1, Ran to form when third, beaten 3 1/4l off 65 last time; effective at 10f and goes well on the all-weather; in form. C&D win in August and backed it up with a good 3rd at Wolverhampton; leading contender. |
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5th (8) (28/1 +0%)Versatile |
28/1(+0%) | (8) Versatile 28/1, Didn't stay when well beaten in a handicap over 12f at Brighton last time; suited by 10/11f and acts on the all-weather; seems to need the right conditions. Leicester third sandwiched by some heavy defeats; none too persuasive. |
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6th (7) (8/1 -45%)Kracking |
8/1(-45%) | (7) Kracking 8/1, Made too much use of and was beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap over 7f at Kempton last time; enjoys making the running; effective over 7/8f; mark is easing. On a good mark on this year's best but stamina to prove and recent efforts need bettering. |
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7th (5) (14/1 -75%)Voix De Bocelli |
14/1(-75%) | (5) Voix De Bocelli 14/1, Well backed but below form when beaten 6l in a handicap at Brighton last time; effective at 10f; bit to prove after two below-par efforts. Two Brighton wins in first half of 2025; last two runs not quite so good; revival needed. |
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8th (6) (8/1 -7%)Blenheim Star |
8/1(-7%) | (6) Blenheim Star 8/1, Bit below current form when switched to the all-weather, beaten 6l in a handicap over 8f at Kempton last time; suited by 1m; had been in good form until the last couple of runs. 0-6 on AW, most recently plugging on for 5th at Kempton on Monday; trip a query. |

WYLD BILL has two wins from five since switching to handicaps, the latest of those over C&D. He almost added a third win to his tally at Newcastle latest but ultimately weakened into second late on having been a little keen. He's thriving at present, though, and from a handy draw he is taken to regain the winning thread. Masqool hit the frame at Wolverhampton last time and is likely to be thereabouts, while Voix De Bocelli appeals most of the remainder.

Masqool should go well but WYLD BILL is a progressive C&D winner who should have more to offer on AW.
Class & Speed Card
| Info | Form | Odds | Key Rating | Tips | Win % | Place % | Betfair Place % | Dist Win % | Dist Place % | Dist Betfair Place % | Ability Rating | Horse Pace | Prediction | A.I Rating | Movement | ATR Speed | Form Plus | Class Runs | Speed Runs | Speed at Distance | LTO Speed | Top Speed | WSR | TF Rating | Course | Going | Distance | Timespeed | OR | Weight | Runs | Age | Comments |
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1st (7) (7/2 +42%)Takteek |
7/2(+42%) | (7) Takteek 7/2, Did not get a clear run beaten 3l off 51 over 9f at Wolverhampton last time; getting closer to finding level, contender if stamina holds 0-10; ran respectably when upped to 9.4f on latest outing and his dam won at up to 11.4f. |
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2nd (11) (9/1 +18%)Zaeim Alharb |
9/1(+18%) | (11) Zaeim Alharb 9/1, Down the field in a handicap over 10f at Newcastle most recent; showed hints of ability ability in maiden/novices but very poor both handicap runs; lot to prove Has struggled; remote with headgear in his two handicaps (1m4f/1m2f); co-favourite latest. |
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3rd (9) (11/2 -65%)Hickton |
11/2(-65%) | (9) Hickton 11/2, Game when landing a handicap by a neck off 45 over 12f at Hamilton last time; in top order and possibly not reached ceiling just yet, the pick on balance of form. Off the mark at Hamilton (1m4f, soft) latest; AW record (well beaten) is the chief concern. |
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4th (4) (11/1 +31%)Hamdani Cruiser |
11/1(+31%) | (4) Hamdani Cruiser 11/1, Down the field in a handicap at Kempton most recent; looks pick on race times; mark dropping quickly with fair reason but two best three runs were on Tapeta and could surprise Modest maiden, unconvincing despite his reduced mark; recent cheekpieces are removed. |
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5th (5) (13/2 +41%)Queen Sansa |
13/2(+41%) | (5) Queen Sansa 13/2, Did not get a clear run beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap over 9f at Wolverhampton last time; way off best since back from a break last twice; on fair mark but lot more needed on recent form Second of five at Brighton (1m2f) in May; not so good since, albeit hampered last time. |
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6th (8) (8/1 +0%)Heartened |
8/1(+0%) | (8) Heartened 8/1, Scored by a head off 48 over 10f at Newcastle penultimate start; third beaten 6l off 50 last time giving a bit too much rope; bang in the mix Off the mark at Newcastle (1m2f, AW) penultimate start; not discredited there 16 days ago. |
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7th (10) (11/1 0%)Aoife's Thunder |
11/1(0%) | (10) Aoife's Thunder 11/1, Comfortably held in a handicap over 12f here last time; trip fine; poor in four runs on Tapeta; bit to prove Three seconds this summer but a remote fifth of nine in 1m4f handicap here on latest start. |
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8th (12) (16/1 +0%)In The Sunshine |
16/1(+0%) | (12) In The Sunshine 16/1, Made too much use of, perhaps not suited by the ground down the field in a handicap over 10f at Bath most recent; visor first time; difficult to fancy. Showed little for Darryll Holland; her new trainer has turned a fair few around, mind you. |
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9th (6) (9/2 +10%)Weegeebear |
9/2(+10%) | (6) Weegeebear 9/2, Travelled well when landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off 47 over 10f at Newcastle last time; had 5l in hand of Heatened last time but did get first turn; big threat again 2-21 when trained in Ireland and scored 16 days ago (1m2f, AW) on fifth start for new yard. |
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10th (1) (22/1 -57%)My Brother Mike |
22/1(-57%) | (1) My Brother Mike 22/1, Raced freely beaten 4l off 56 over 8f here last time; not raced beyond 1m2f and stamina to prove; Tapeta suits and often competitive but needs step forward 11yo; still considered, even though he's very rarely seen over this far nowadays. |

Hickton just prevailed by a neck at Hamilton on his most recent start and if transferring that form to the all-weather, he ought to go close. However, WEEGEEBEAR accounted for Heartened (third) when springing a 25/1 surprise at Newcastle last month and the son of Kodi Bear can prove that was no fluke by following up. Aoife's Thunder is a player based on her second in a classified stakes at Chelmsford two starts ago.

This looks tricky but the ones to concentrate on may be WEEGEEBEAR, Heartened and Grizzieblanca.
Ths is the racecard key.
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