1 Monday 28th October 2024 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

Tomform Monday 28th October 2024

There were 53 Races on Monday 28th October 2024 across 7 meetings. There was 8 races at Galway, 7 races at Ayr, 7 races at Redcar, 7 races at Leicester, 7 races at Wexford, 9 races at Newcastle, 8 races at Southwell, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Monday 28th October 2024

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

12:30 Galway Maiden 8f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	2 1st (2) (7/1 0%) Annie's Angel	7 7/1(0%)	(2) Annie's Angel 7/1, 10,000 gns foal, Dark Angel filly. Half-sister to 9.5f/1¼m winner Mayo For Sam. Fifth of 8 in maiden at Thurles (8.2f, good, 10/1) on debut 18 days ago. Trainer going well. Could show more here. Encouraging enough recent Thurles debut; yard have other contenders so watch the market.
2	9 2nd (9) (25/1 +0%) Permission Tospeak	25 25/1(+0%)	(9) Permission Tospeak 25/1, €58,000 yearling, Blue Point filly. Half-sister to 1½m winner Nancy P. Dam unraced, closely related to useful 6f/7f winner Nations Alexander. Sixth of 8 in maiden (33/1) at Thurles (8.2f, good) on debut 18 days ago. Plenty to find with a couple of these on recent Thurles debut run.
3	12 3rd (12) (10/3 +61%) Thilos	3.333333 10/3(+61%)	(12) Thilos 10/3, Foaled April 19. 40,000 gns yearling, Teofilo filly. Sister to 1m winner Make Me Sway and useful 7f/1m winner Agitare and closely related to winner up to 7f Holistic Approach. 1 of 3 newcomers for stable. Fourth of the Joseph O'Brien runners and riding arrangements suggest she may be the pick.
4	6 4th (6) (9/1 +0%) Love Is Blind	9 9/1(+0%)	(6) Love Is Blind 9/1, Foaled March 16. Make Believe filly. Dam unraced, closely related to smart Jacqueline Quest (2-y-o 7f winner and first past post in 1000 Guineas). 1 of 3 newcomers and 4 runners in the race for yard. One of three runners for the yard and market likely best guide on debut.
5th	5 5th (5) (5/2 -11%) Happiest	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(5) Happiest 5/2, Promising sort. Improved when fourth of 8 in maiden (7/1) at Thurles (8.2f, good) 18 days ago, not knocked about. Superbly-bred filly and should do better still. Thurles fourth likely has more to offer and major player.
6th	11 6th (11) (13/2 -18%) Spicy Margarita	6.5 13/2(-18%)	(11) Spicy Margarita 13/2, Foaled March 23. 150,000 gns yearling, Earthlight filly. Closely related to smart winner up to 1m Hawkesbury and 7f winner Great News. Dam Lowther/Falmouth Stakes winner. Very appealing sort on paper. 150,000gns yearling; nicely-bred debutant, well worth a market check.
7th	4 7th (4) (10/3 -21%) Bint Majestic Roi	3.333333 10/3(-21%)	(4) Bint Majestic Roi 10/3, Twice-raced filly. Off 12 weeks and 7/1, fourth of 15 in maiden at Cork (8f, good to soft) 27 days ago, with second and third successful next time. Debut form is strong also and she can do better again. Cork run a small improvement on debut run; not sure if this sort of stamina test suits.
8th	1 8th (1) (200/1 +0%) Al Rojo Vivo	200 200/1(+0%)	(1) Al Rojo Vivo 200/1, Twice-raced filly. 300/1 and hooded for 1st time, last of 11 in maiden at the Curragh (7f, good) 99 days ago. Last of 11 on both outings in Curragh maidens over the summer.
9th	3 9th (3) (50/1 -100%) Bella Kumari	50 50/1(-100%)	(3) Bella Kumari 50/1, 25/1, seventh of 10 in maiden at Dundalk (7f) on debut 31 days ago, not knocked about. Just okay debut effort at Dundalk, surprising if she made the required improvement.
10th	8 10th (8) (200/1 -100%) Parnu	200 200/1(-100%)	(8) Parnu 200/1, 100/1, thirteenth of 15 in maiden at Gowran (8.3f, heavy) on debut 7 days ago, slowly away. Always behind after slow start on Gowran debut a week ago when a 100-1 shot.
11th	10 11th (10) (250/1 -25%) Rose Of Glenhest	250 250/1(-25%)	(10) Rose Of Glenhest 250/1, Twice-raced filly. Last of 10 in maiden (150/1) at Navan (5f, good) 37 days ago, very slowly away. Significantly back up in trip. Last of 10 on both outings last month.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

BINT MAJESTIC ROI wasn't disgraced on debut at Leopardstown and was absent for nearly three months until fourth behind Wemightakedlongway over a mile at Cork. The form of that race has worked out well since and the daughter of Ghaiyyath has scope for further improvement. Happiest had Annie's Angel and Permission Tospeak both behind when fourth to better fancied stablemate Mint Candy at Thurles and may prove the chief threat. Riding arrangements suggest Thilos is preferred of Joseph O'Brien's four runners, while Spicy Margarita cost 150,000gns as a yearling and is a half-sister to six winners.

Tricky stuff with BINT MAJESTIC ROI, who boasts some strong form, taken to open her account. The superbly-bred Happiest probably has a race in her for Coolmore, while Spicy Margarita is an appealing sort on paper. The betting could help sort out Joseph O'Brien's quartet, which includes 3 newcomers.

Thurles fourth HAPPIEST could now be ready to strike

12:30 Galway Maiden 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:47 Ayr Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (4/1 +33%) Destiny Is All	4 4/1(+33%)	(2) Destiny Is All 4/1, Made a winning return from a 3 lb higher mark at Kelso (26.2f) 12 months ago and not disgraced on final 2 starts, respectable second of 5 in handicap at Perth (23.8f) when last seen in April. Record fresh a definite plus Needs respecting with a good record on the back of a break, should his jumping hold up..
2	5 2nd (5) (17/2 -6%) Crixus's Escape	8.5 17/2(-6%)	(5) Crixus's Escape 17/2, C&D winner who capitalised on a career-low mark in some style to record a first success in over 3 years at Catterick (25.2f) in December and signed off the campaign with a solid second back at that venue (30f) the following month. Has tended to need his first run of the season, however. Strong stayer but he's tended to need his first run back from a break in the past..
3	1 3rd (1) (4/1 -78%) Camp Belan	4 4/1(-78%)	(1) Camp Belan 4/1, Thorough stayer who cashed in on his reduced mark over C&D in February and solid efforts next 2 starts, latterly when fifth of 11 in handicap chase at Carlisle (24.5f, heavy) in April. Mark looks about right but he merits consideration on return to action nevertheless. C&D winner in February and Patrick Wadge's choice of the stable's two runners; key player..
4	4 4th (4) (6/4 +33%) Hostile Hotelier	1.5 6/4(+33%)	(4) Hostile Hotelier 6/4, Dual hurdles winner who shaped with encouragement on sole previous try over fences at Newcastle (16.3f) last winter. Made the frame both starts since returning over timber and he's open to improvement stepping up markedly in trip in this sphere. Tongue strap refitted. Goes back up in trip with stamina to prove but holds a fitness edge over some of these..
5th	3 5th (3) (7/2 +36%) Everyday Champagne	3.5 7/2(+36%)	(3) Everyday Champagne 7/2, Course winner who finished runner-up for third consecutive start at Perth (23.8f) in July. Struck into when last of 10 in handicap chase at Kelso (21.6f) 6 weeks ago and he's a likely type to bounce back returned to this longer trip. Forgiven his latest run and better judged on his string of seconds over the summer..
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (16/1 -45%) Heritier De Sivola	16 16/1(-45%)	(6) Heritier De Sivola 16/1, Got the better of old rival Camp Belan when completing a quick-fire hat-trick at Hexham (24.2f, heavy) in March. May of found busy spell catching up with him when well held final 2 starts and better showing not ruled out on seasonal bow, albeit with usual cheekpieces left off. Finished last season out of sorts and needs to have been freshened up from the break..

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

CAMP BELAN conceded plenty of weight to runner-up Heritier De Sivola when victorious over this C&D last season and could well stage a repeat despite running off 8lb higher. His old rival did manage to narrowly turn things around when they subsequently clashed at Hexham in March and he's dangerous to underestimate. However, fellow course winner Destiny Is All may pose a bigger threat running off 3lb below his last winning mark.

The most interesting one here could well be HOSTILE HOTELIER. A dual winner over hurdles, this step back up in trip returned to chasing could well unlock further progress and, with the tongue refitted, he could be the way to go for the in-form Jennie Candlish stable. Camp Belan ended last term in good form and is feared, along with stablemate Destiny Is All.

Camp Belan is tempting but a chance is taken on EVERYDAY CHAMPAGNE who can be forgiven his most recent effort.

12:47 Ayr Handicap Chase (Class 4) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

12:55 Redcar Maiden (Class 5) 6f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (1/10 +60%) Phoenix Of Dreams	0.1 1/10(+60%)	(2) Phoenix Of Dreams 1/10, Fair form. Did run poorly at Chester last month but had been very consistent prior to that and he won't get a better chance than this to get his head in front. Heavy-ground excuse latest but consistent at 7f and 6f previously; this looks an open goal.
2	3 2nd (3) (15/2 0%) Sheriff's Call	7.5 15/2(0%)	(3) Sheriff's Call 15/2, Hinted at ability in 2 outings over 5f in early summer 2023 but not seen since. Signs of some ability in 5f events as 2yo but off since June 2023; handicaps more likely.
3	1 3rd (1) (8/1 +33%) Kranjcar	8 8/1(+33%)	(1) Kranjcar 8/1, From a top yard but well held in 2 AW starts. Still very early days but he will need to improve for the switch to turf if he's to trouble Phoenix of Dreams. From leading yard but beaten 19l+ in two AW maidens at 6f and 7f; handicaps more likely.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content,

The normally consistent PHOENIX OF DREAMS can be forgiven a substandard effort on the heavy going in a handicap at Chester last time. He'll likely prove a warm order on his return to maiden company and should have little trouble dispatching both of today's opponents if running anywhere near his handicap mark of 77. Sheriff's Call makes a belated reappearance partnered by a 7lb claimer and may prove more of a threat than Kranjcar.

This looks an excellent opportunity for PHOENIX OF DREAMS to get off the mark.

Heavy ground was too much for PHOENIX OF DREAMS last time but he has been found a golden opportunity today.

12:55 Redcar Maiden (Class 5) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:00 Galway Handicap 8f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	16 1st (16) (6/1 +57%) Sylkie	6 6/1(+57%)	(16) Sylkie 6/1, Has won twice here this year. 18/1, creditable ninth of 15 in handicap at the Curragh (12f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Significantly back down in trip and respected back here. Two C&D wins this year and not bad runs over 1m4f lately too; respected back at this track.
2	7 2nd (7) (10/1 +0%) Vassula Ryden	10 10/1(+0%)	(7) Vassula Ryden 10/1, Good second of 6 in handicap (5/1) at Bellewstown (7.9f, good to soft) 25 days ago. Hasn't gone on this year but was just denied over this trip at Bellewstown last time.
3	12 3rd (12) (15/2 -88%) Pandion Power	7.5 15/2(-88%)	(12) Pandion Power 15/2, Career best when winning 15-runner handicap at Gowran (8.3f, heavy, 4/1) 7 days ago by 2¼ lengths from Pink Socks. In this form he may take some catching again under in-form apprentice. Won at Roscommon and Gowran lately on soft; raised 11lb but can't be easily opposed.
4	4 4th (4) (11/1 +21%) Mythical Rock	11 11/1(+21%)	(4) Mythical Rock 11/1, 7/2, below form third of 11 in maiden at Bellewstown (12.3f, soft) 26 days ago. First run for yard after leaving A. McIntyre. Makes handicap debut. A few fine placed maiden runs for former yards and seemed not to stay 1m4f last time.
5th	14 5th (14) (14/1 +13%) Gandolfo	14 14/1(+13%)	(14) Gandolfo 14/1, Unreliable sort. Winner at Bellewstown in October. 8/1, below form eleventh of 20 in handicap at Leopardstown (10f, heavy) 8 days ago, met some trouble. Blinkers back on. Won a Bellewstown claimer over this trip but was poor over 1m2f at Leopardstown since.
6th	1 6th (1) (8/1 +0%) Come On The Lads	8 8/1(+0%)	(1) Come On The Lads 8/1, Pulled up in novice hurdle at Limerick (16.3f, good to soft, 28/1) 9 days ago, saddle slipping. Fairly useful on the Flat, career best when winning on last Flat outing. Shortlist material back in this sphere. Won two claimers this term for different yards; excuses for poor hurdle runs lately.
7th	6 7th (6) (11/1 +45%) Proleek Prince	11 11/1(+45%)	(6) Proleek Prince 11/1, Hooded for 1st time, respectable eighth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (12f, 10/1) 17 days ago, not ideally placed. Significantly back down in trip. Won at Punchestown over this trip but beaten twice since off this mark.
8th	10 8th (10) (20/1 +39%) Harbour Gem	20 20/1(+39%)	(10) Harbour Gem 20/1, Winner at Cork in May. 28/1, below form tenth of 20 in handicap at Leopardstown (10f, heavy) 8 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Blinkers on 1st time. Won 1m2f Cork maiden in May but not as good since and questions to answer now.
9th	8 9th (8) (11/1 +8%) Dragon Of Malta	11 11/1(+8%)	(8) Dragon Of Malta 11/1, Course winner. 11/2, respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at Roscommon (7.5f, soft) 14 days ago. Dual winner over 7f at this track; solid Roscommon run last time but needs more.
10th	9 10th (9) (9/1 +0%) Speckled Meadow	9 9/1(+0%)	(9) Speckled Meadow 9/1, Course winner. 10/3, creditable second of 10 in handicap at Leopardstown (7.1f, heavy) 8 days ago, closing all way to line. A 7f course winner has been in fine form this year; up 2lb from last time but a player.
11th	5 11th (5) (16/1 +0%) Duke Of Leggagh	16 16/1(+0%)	(5) Duke Of Leggagh 16/1, Course winner. 10/1, fourteenth of 16 in handicap at Gowran (9.4f, good to soft) 147 days ago. Won here over 7f at two; poor when last seen but this soft ground suits; trip maybe short.
12th	2 12th (2) (20/1 -186%) Blue Soul	20 20/1(-186%)	(2) Blue Soul 20/1, Winner at Tipperary in July. Good third of 12 in handicap at Roscommon (7.5f, soft, 15/2) 14 days ago. Stable having good spell. Should go well again. Won on fast ground at Tipperary but a fine run on soft at Roscommon last time; a player.
13th	11 13th (11) (33/1 -65%) Sweet Sundowner	33 33/1(-65%)	(11) Sweet Sundowner 33/1, Fair performer in France, won maiden at Pornichet in 2023. Off 118 days. First run for yard after leaving E. Monfort. Makes handicap debut and interesting for new trainer. Watch the betting. AW winner over this trip in France last year; soundly beaten in four starts this term.
14th	18 14th (18) (7/1 +0%) Thrifty Of Digby	7 7/1(+0%)	(18) Thrifty Of Digby 7/1, Cheekpieces on for 1st time, improved when winning 15-runner handicap (9/1) at Gowran (8.3f, heavy) 7 days ago, battling well. More needed again up 7 lb. Got off the mark when winning over this trip at Gowran last week; up 7lb but ground suits.
15th	17 15th (17) (33/1 +18%) El Regalo	33 33/1(+18%)	(17) El Regalo 33/1, 12/1 and blinkered for 1st time, last of 9 in handicap at Listowel (14.2f, good to soft) 34 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. First run for yard after leaving Emmet Mullins. A decent C&D maiden run for former yard but poor over 1m6f last time; this trip suits.
16th	13 16th (13) (12/1 +52%) Pepper Noir	12 12/1(+52%)	(13) Pepper Noir 12/1, Fifth of 6 in handicap at Bellewstown (7.9f, good to soft, 11/1) 25 days ago, running on. Tongue strap on 1st time. AW maiden winner ran a solid race on comeback at Bellewstown; handles this ground; player.
17th	15 17th (15) (80/1 -142%) Nituna	80 80/1(-142%)	(15) Nituna 80/1, Winner at Naas in July. 12/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at Naas (10.4f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Won at Naas in July but way below that form since and cheekpieces are added.
18th	3 18th (3) (40/1 -100%) Hutton Glen	40 40/1(-100%)	(3) Hutton Glen 40/1, 14/1, very good seventh of 18 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (16.3f, good to soft) 9 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time on the Flat. Enters calculations. Placed up to 1m2f for Ger Lyons; unplaced over hurdles for this yard; handles soft.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

SPECKLED MEADOW ticks plenty of boxes being a course winner, handles soft ground well and comes here in good form. The selection has been placed on her latest four starts including over C&D at the Festival meeting in July and should be suited by this step back up in trip after finishing well over 7f at Leopardstown. Dragon Of Malta has a similar profile having won twice at this venue including on soft ground and was runner-up at the Listowel Festival last month. Pandion Power is on a hat-trick after racing prominently to win at Roscommon and Gowran, while Thrifty Of Digby also successfully forced the pace on the same Gowran card last Monday.

PANDION POWER is thriving under the promising Rory Mulligan and can get the hat-trick up. Come on The Lads is respected back in this sphere, while Sylkie can bounce back returned to Galway. Market support for Sweet Sundowner starting out for a new yard would be interesting.

Just denied at Bellewstown last time, VASSULA RYDEN could get off the mark for the season off 1lb higher on ground that suits.

13:00 Galway Handicap 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:05 Leicester Handicap (Class 6) 12f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (6/5 +52%) Cresta Cat	1.2 6/5(+52%)	(1) Cresta Cat 6/5, Firmly back on track returned to testing ground in recent weeks, supplementing his narrow Brighton victory in good style at Nottingham (10.2f, heavy) 4 days ago. Big shout in hat-trick bid under a penalty. Penalised for recent Nottingham win which was clearcut; that was 1m2f but he stays 1m4f.
2	7 2nd (7) (12/1 -33%) Fiddlers Green	12 12/1(-33%)	(7) Fiddlers Green 12/1, Resurgent earlier this year, successful at Kempton (12f) in February prior to running out a ready winner in handicaps at Bath/Doncaster in April. Recent efforts not so inspiring though, dropping away from 2f out when sixth of 13 in handicap at Bath (13f, soft) 27 days ago. Three wins earlier this year but down the field in three starts after a break.
3	8 3rd (8) (9/2 +36%) Red Derek	4.5 9/2(+36%)	(8) Red Derek 9/2, Infrequent winner but plenty of good efforts when the mud is flying, encouraging return from 11 months off when second of 7 in handicap at this course (10f, heavy) 13 days ago, clear of rest. Claims of hitting the frame with a repeat from unchanged mark. Returning from a long absence when runner-up over 1m2f on heavy here 13 days ago.
4	10 4th (10) (9/2 +0%) Fen Tiger	4.5 9/2(+0%)	(10) Fen Tiger 9/2, C&D winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Creditable third of 10 in handicap at Brighton (11.9f, good to soft, 7/2) 20 days ago. Comes here in good heart and sound claims of hitting the frame. Won this two years ago on heavy and returns in a good run of form; solid.
5th	5 5th (5) (25/1 +0%) Foveros	25 25/1(+0%)	(5) Foveros 25/1, Exploits mixed on the Flat earlier this term and he never threatened after 3 months off when sixth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (21f, good) 25 days ago. Others make greater appeal despite sliding mark. Second over hurdles in the spring but modest efforts under both codes since then.
6th	4 6th (4) (20/1 -67%) Cherryhawk	20 20/1(-67%)	(4) Cherryhawk 20/1, Ended last season in good form and built on promising yard/reappearance second when going one place better at Chepstow (12f, heavy) in May. Not in same form after 3 days off at Newbury later that month and no surprise to see her back to form returning from a break. Off since May but has the form to feature and she'll handle the conditions.
7th	6 7th (6) (22/1 +33%) Sameem	22 22/1(+33%)	(6) Sameem 22/1, Latest win at Ripon (12f) in June. 22/1, ninth of 14 in handicap at Redcar (10f, soft) 10 days ago. Step back up in trip rates a likely plus now at least. Ran moderately last time but has won after similar performances in the past.
8th	9 8th (9) (80/1 -60%) First Cut	80 80/1(-60%)	(9) First Cut 80/1, Lightly-raced maiden on Flat for William Knight. Offered little both starts over hurdles for new yard this autumn and only market support would make him of interest returned to this sphere. Regressive during light Flat career and since finished tailed off in two maiden hurdles.
9th	11 9th (11) (9/1 -29%) Shield Of Honour	9 9/1(-29%)	(11) Shield Of Honour 9/1, Winner at Yarmouth in July. 8/1, right back on song when good second of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 30 days ago, caught close home but well clear of the remainder. Possibilities for all he needs to prove his effectiveness on ground this testing. Chance on this season's peak efforts but ground this testing is the main concern.
10th	3 10th (3) (18/1 -440%) Liberated Lad	18 18/1(-440%)	(3) Liberated Lad 18/1, Enjoyed an excellent 2024, gaining a fourth success of the campaign in 8-runner Southwell handicap (11.1f) 4 weeks ago, digging deep under pressure. Equally as effective on turf and respected for all his revised mark now demands more. Bang in form and probably still on a reasonable mark but conditions are offputting.
11th	2 11th (2) (125/1 -400%) Mind Hunter	125 125/1(-400%)	(2) Mind Hunter 125/1, Modest hurdles winner (stays 16.7f) who has been absent since finishing down the field in 14-runner Ffos Las handicap (15.8f) back in December 2022. Likely best watched on this belated return. Winning hurdler in early 2022 but lost his way later that year and absent since.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

CRESTA CAT has shown a distinct preference for soft going and won with any amount in hand at Nottingham just four days ago. He can defy a 5lb penalty and land the hat-trick, with this extra distance not a problem. It was heavy ground when Fen Tiger won this in 2022 and another bold bid looks on the cards competing off the same mark. The progressive Liberated Lad and Cherryhawk are others worthy of consideration.

CRESTA CAT has been resurgent returned to testing ground of late, following up his Brighton victory with plenty to spare at Nottingham 4 days ago. Wisely turned out under a penalty, he gets the nod to complete the hat-trick back up in trip. Cherryhawk, back from a break, Fen Tiger and Red Derek head up the dangers, with Liberated Lad another to consider.

Although winless since taking this two years ago, FEN TIGER has been running well and being proven on the ground ticks a big box.

13:05 Leicester Handicap (Class 6) 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:10 Wexford Maiden Hurdle 16f - 15 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
17	17 (17) (40/1 -21%) Sylvia's Secret	40 40/1(-21%)	(17) Sylvia's Secret 40/1, Dansant filly. Dam point winner, maiden under Rules (stayed 2½m). RESERVE. Dansant filly whose dam won a point and is half-sister to hurdle winners; reserve.
1	14 1st (14) (16/1 -14%) Miss Maxfort	16 16/1(-14%)	(14) Miss Maxfort 16/1, Once-raced maiden. Second of 14 in novice hurdle (40/1) at Clonmel (16.2f, soft) on NH debut 165 days ago, running on. Each-way chance. Homebred was 40s for debut when second under this rider in Clonmel mares' maiden in May.
2	3 2nd (3) (3/1 -9%) Balko D'ange	3 3/1(-9%)	(3) Balko D'ange 3/1, Thrice-raced maiden under Rules. Tenth of 17 in bumper at Punchestown (16.7f, good to soft, 20/1) when last seen 6 months ago. Good second in a Navan maiden hurdle on debut in March and big chance here if able to build on that. Runner-up over hurdles at Navan (2m, heavy) and fourth in Listed bumper next time.
3	13 3rd (13) (4/1 +50%) Love Me	4 4/1(+50%)	(13) Love Me 4/1, Twice-raced maiden. Fifth of 15 in juvenile hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.3f, good to soft, 7/4) 153 days ago. Likely to do better at some point. Didn't look a star in two starts in the spring; 7-4 fav when beaten 12l at Ballinrobe.
4	8 4th (8) (33/1 -371%) Lightup Lightup	33 33/1(-371%)	(8) Lightup Lightup 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Second of 7 in bumper (7/1) at Killarney (16.4f, good to soft) 65 days ago, no match for winner. Makes hurdles debut and each-way claims if his jumping passes the test. Flat-bred led when second in winners' bumper at Killarney in August; hurdles debut.
5th	11 5th (11) (6/1 -33%) Mount Mandela	6 6/1(-33%)	(11) Mount Mandela 6/1, Lightly-raced maiden under Rules. Second of 11 in novice hurdle (5/1) at Tramore (16f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Each-way shout. Well supported on second start over hurdles when caught late at Tramore; can progress more.
6th	5 6th (5) (20/1 +39%) Kaikoura	20 20/1(+39%)	(5) Kaikoura 20/1, Thrice-raced maiden under Rules. 28/1 and hooded for 1st time, unseated rider in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, good) on hurdles bow 21 days ago. Improvement needed. Cost a fair bit as a store; not much in bumpers; 28s, exited halfway on hurdling debut.
7th	2 7th (2) (125/1 -279%) Ardera Gun	125 125/1(-279%)	(2) Ardera Gun 125/1, Thrice-raced maiden under Rules. Last of 9 in novice hurdle (22/1) at Cork (20.4f, good) on hurdles bow 15 days ago. Opposable. Not beaten far in two bumpers but 22s when no show on recent hurdles debut at Cork.
8th	4 8th (4) (50/1 -150%) Gather Yourself	50 50/1(-150%)	(4) Gather Yourself 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden under Rules. Seventh of 10 in novice hurdle (14/1) at Fairyhouse (16f, good) 21 days ago. Best to look elsewhere. Reportedly got a fright at the first when not fluent and well beaten at Fairyhouse.
9th	7 9th (7) (125/1 -150%) Kingkong Ciergues	125 125/1(-150%)	(7) Kingkong Ciergues 125/1, Twice-raced maiden under Rules. Fourteenth of 17 in novice hurdle (66/1) at Listowel (16f, soft) on hurdles bow 30 days ago. Point winner in May; big prices when well beaten in bumper and maiden hurdle.
10th	9 10th (9) (100/1 -300%) Mister Persistence	100 100/1(-300%)	(9) Mister Persistence 100/1, Twice-raced maiden. 150/1, sixth of 9 in novice hurdle at Cork (20.4f, good) 15 days ago. Needs to raise his game. Huge price when not shamed over 2m4f at Cork on second start over hurdles.
6	6 \|PU\| (6) (7/4 0%) Kazakh D'arthel	1.75 7/4(0%)	(6) Kazakh D'arthel 7/4, Promising type. 5/2, first run since leaving Emmanuel Clayeux when second of 17 in novice hurdle at Listowel (16f, soft) on IRE NH debut 30 days ago. Hood on 1st time and may well do better. No surprise to see hood on after he bolted latest; little wrong with his Listowel second.
15	15 \|PU\| (15) (28/1 -12%) Don'tletmego	28 28/1(-12%)	(15) Don'tletmego 28/1, Wings of Eagles gelding. Dam 17f hurdle winner (stayed 2½m), also 1¼m-15f winner on Flat. RESERVE. Wings Of Eagles gelding out of 1m2f-1m7f Flat (RPR 96) and 2m hurdle winner; reserve.
1	1 \|PU\| (1) (100/1 -400%) Haughty	100 100/1(-400%)	(1) Haughty 100/1, Fair Flat winner. 17/2, fifth of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford City (8f). Off 12 months ahead of this hurdles debut for new yard. Won over 1m at a low level in Britain; off a year and best watched on hurdling debut.
12	12 \|PU\| (12) (200/1 -100%) Zentopia	200 200/1(-100%)	(12) Zentopia 200/1, Once-raced maiden. 150/1, eighth of 10 in novice hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, good) on NH debut 21 days ago. Readily passed over. Poor Flat performer was tailed off on hurdling debut.

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KAZAKH D'ARTHEL was only beaten half a length into second on his debut at Listowel which makes him a leading candidate. He missed a subsequent engagement at Limerick as he bolted on the way to the start, so a hood is deployed to enable him to settle. The returning Balko D'ange is dangerous. He finished runner-up over hurdles on debut at Navan and was then fourth in a Listed bumper at Limerick. He has been off since finishing unplaced at the Punchestown Festival. Mount Mandela just failed to land a gamble in second at Tramore, while there is surely more to come from Love Me. Miss Maxfort is another that cannot be ruled out of contention.

French import KAZAKH D'ARTHEL made a promising start over hurdles when going close at Listowel and, with improvement on the cards, he is taken to go one better here. Balko d'Ange has failed to reproduce the form of his hurdles debut second at Navan in a couple of bumpers since but will be a big threat if able to get back on track returned to this sphere, Lightup Lightup has improved with each of his three starts in bumpers and makes each-way appeal, along with Mount Mandela.

A hood should help KAZAKH D'ARTHEL, who bolted to post last time, and there was little wrong with his hurdling debut second at Listowel

13:10 Wexford Maiden Hurdle 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:17 Ayr Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (30/100 +40%) Country Mile	0.3 30/100(+40%)	(1) Country Mile 30/100, £80,000 point recruit who won a soft-ground Huntingdon bumper on Rules debut in April. Rates a useful hurdle prospect for his top yard. Created good impression in Huntingdon bumper on rules debut in April; the one to beat.
2	5 2nd (5) (5/1 +17%) Walking On A Dream	5 5/1(+17%)	(5) Walking On A Dream 5/1, £45,000 purchase after finishing runner-up all 3 completed starts in Irish points (latest May 11). A respected hurdle newcomer. Well-bred 5yo; cost £45,000 after finishing second in three Irish points; rules debut.
3	6 3rd (6) (12/1 -20%) Young Getaway	12 12/1(-20%)	(6) Young Getaway 12/1, Showed a fair level of ability in a couple of bumpers last season. Switches to hurdles after 6 months off. Kept on well for close fifth of 13 in Perth bumper in April; a possible on hurdle debut.
4	8 4th (8) (16/1 -14%) Holly Bird	16 16/1(-14%)	(8) Holly Bird 16/1, From the family of top-class hurdler/very smart chaser Oscar Whisky and has potential for jumps having shown a bit in 3 bumpers. Ran well in all three bumpers but her form isn't anything to go wild about.
5th	3 5th (3) (50/1 -100%) Gone With The Tide	50 50/1(-100%)	(3) Gone With The Tide 50/1, €20,000 buy after getting off the mark in Irish points at the fourth attempt (Mar 2). The betting should guide now hurdling. Beat a subsequent bumper runner-up in latest Irish point in March; bought for 20,000euros.
6th	7 6th (7) (16/1 -129%) Scarlet Jet	16 16/1(-129%)	(7) Scarlet Jet 16/1, Cost 41,000 after winning a point in May. Would enter the reckoning if the betting vibes are strong. Led close home to win on point debut in May and has since changed hands for £41,000.
7th	2 7th (2) (150/1 +0%) Gatsby Blue	150 150/1(+0%)	(2) Gatsby Blue 150/1, Pulled up in an Irish point and down the field in a Kelso novice hurdle 18 months later. Tongue tie added. Big outsider. Tailed off when 150-1 for recent hurdle debut at Kelso (2m, good); tongue-tie added here.

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COUNTRY MILE emerged an impressive winner of a bumper at Huntingdon on his debut under Rules in April and is sure to be primed to perfection running for a high profile yard on his hurdles debut. Young Getaway and Holly Bird have also shown some promise in bumpers and warrant close inspection in the betting. Point-to-point recruits Walking On A Dream and Gone With The Tide add further spice to the race.

Dan Skelton bumper winner COUNTRY MILE will probably be a tough nut to crack. Point-recruits Walking On A Dream and Scarlet Jet may provide the chief threat before any betting clues are known.

It's hard to get away from COUNTRY MILE, who won what has turned out to be a fairly good Huntingdon bumper pretty stylishly in April.

13:17 Ayr Maiden Hurdle (Class 4) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:25 Redcar Stakes (Class 5) 6f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (6/4 +40%) Native Instinct	1.5 6/4(+40%)	(5) Native Instinct 6/4, Fair form in 2 outings at Thirsk over the summer, with SPs of 3/1 and 15/8 suggesting he's quite well regarded. Likely to be thereabouts back from 10 weeks off. Has shown promise in two Thirsk novices, latest when third in August..
2	2 2nd (2) (5/2 -67%) Dan Tucker	2.5 5/2(-67%)	(2) Dan Tucker 5/2, The form he showed when second of 17 in a 6f Thirsk novice in September is the best on offer here. Not up to the Two-Year-Old Trophy here since but the one to beat back in calmer waters. Shaped well on his first two starts at Thirsk but well held in Listed race last time..
3	4 3rd (4) (10/3 +17%) Maelstrom	3.333333 10/3(+17%)	(4) Maelstrom 10/3, Comfortably held on both starts but the fact he went off favourite at Newbury latterly would suggest he's thought capable of better by his top stable. Last of five on his Haydock debut last month but shaped better when eighth at Newbury..
4	3 4th (3) (12/1 +0%) Jungle King	12 12/1(+0%)	(3) Jungle King 12/1, 8/1, didn't show much obvious promise when seventh of 8 in novice at York (6f, soft, 8/1) on debut 17 days ago but hails from a top yard and no surprise were he to prove a different proposition second time up. Slowly away when seventh of eight in York novice on debut; open to improvement.
5th	1 5th (1) (14/1 -40%) Blue Seeker	14 14/1(-40%)	(1) Blue Seeker 14/1, Twice-raced maiden. Stepped up a little on debut when sixth of 11 in novice (100/1) at Kempton (6f) 26 days ago but the form is only modest. First outing on turf. Useful pedigree but well held on his two starts on AW..
6th	7 6th (7) (125/1 -89%) Tootsie	125 125/1(-89%)	(7) Tootsie 125/1, Twice-raced maiden. 100/1, ninth of 11 in maiden at Catterick (7f, heavy) 9 days ago. Looks more one for handicaps after this. Only modest form in her two starts and should be more at home once she goes handicapping..
7th	6 7th (6) (22/1 +33%) Sovereign Applause	22 22/1(+33%)	(6) Sovereign Applause 22/1, 20,000 gns Ten Sovereigns filly. Half-sister to 1m winner Good Heavens and 1¼m winner Puturhandstogether. Dam, unraced, closely related to smart 1m-1¼m winner Rawdaa. The betting should guide to expectations. 20,000gns yearling; yard not renowned for their juveniles and may need time..

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DAN TUCKER found the competition too hot in the Listed Two Year Old Trophy here last time. He finished a commendable second to the 88-rated Huscal at Thirsk before that and a repeat effort can see the son of Dandy Man open his account. Native Instinct failed to see out the 7f trip at Thirsk back in August but is not easily dismissed if a subsequent gelding operation helps him to settle, while both Maelstrom and Jungle King should be noted with improvement likely.

DAN TUCKER can be forgiven his run in the Two-Year-Old Trophy here and is the one to beat if back to the level of his penultimate Thirsk second. The strength behind Maelstrom and Native Instinct in the betting on both their starts suggests they are thought capable of better and they can give Jedd O'Keeffe's charge most to think about.

This is a drop in class for the Haggas-trained MAELSTROM and he has a good chance of improving enough to get on the scoresheet.

13:25 Redcar Stakes (Class 5) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:30 Galway Maiden 7f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	6 1st (6) (6/4 +50%) Tribal Nation	1.5 6/4(+50%)	(6) Tribal Nation 6/4, Promising type. Second of 9 in maiden at Gowran (8f, good, 10/11) 37 days ago. Trainer going well. Open to improvement. Solid runs in two maidens; this ground is an unknown but is a player if handling it.
2	4 2nd (4) (5/6 +56%) Mississippi River	0.833333 5/6(+56%)	(4) Mississippi River 5/6, Promising sort. 9/2, second of 13 in maiden at Leopardstown (7.1f, soft) 9 days ago, no match for winner. Open to further progress. Beaten 6l in two maidens; needs to find more but can be involved again and ground is fine.
3	5 3rd (5) (7/1 +18%) Omni Man	7 7/1(+18%)	(5) Omni Man 7/1, 57,000 gns yearling, €110,000 2-y-o, Invincible Spirit colt. Brother to French 1¼m-11.5f winner Juan Seguin and closely related to French 12.5f-14.5f winner Fixed Rate. Interesting to see how he compares in the betting to stablemate Tribal Nation. Made 110,000euros at a breeze-up sale; seems stable second-string but not ruled out.
4	9 4th (9) (28/1 +15%) Birdie Time	28 28/1(+15%)	(9) Birdie Time 28/1, Twice-raced filly. Ninth of 13 in maiden at Leopardstown (7.1f, soft, 66/1) 9 days ago. Was only beaten 5l over 7f at Leopardstown last time on soft; needs more.
5th	1 5th (1) (80/1 -21%) Dancing Bay	80 80/1(-21%)	(1) Dancing Bay 80/1, Twice-raced gelding. 40/1, sixth of 11 in maiden at Navan (8f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Beaten 18l on debut and 13l next time so needs to find plenty more to be involved.
6th	2 6th (2) (100/1 -203%) Elvetham	100 100/1(-203%)	(2) Elvetham 100/1, Twice-raced colt. 40/1, eighth of 11 in maiden at Navan (8f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Was 15l behind over a mile last time and will likely be of more interest in handicaps.
7th	8 7th (8) (200/1 -100%) Bel Espoir	200 200/1(-100%)	(8) Bel Espoir 200/1, Foaled March 1. €16,000 foal, €7,000 yearling, Kodiac filly. Half-sister to 5f winner Nouvel Espoir. Made only 7,000euros as a yearling; best watched for future reference.

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LOCAL LAD has shown promise on all three outings and didn't enjoy a clear passage at a vital stage before finishing well to beat all bar Galveston over a mile at Naas earlier this month. Mississippi River has been placed on both outings behind lesser-fancied stablemates including when runner-up to the impressive Twain at Leopardstown recently. Tribal Nation is another to consider having also shown plenty of ability on both starts, while stablemate Omni Man cost 110,000 euro at a French breeze-up sale and is a half-brother to four winners.

LOCAL LAD has achieved enough to think he can win a race like this and is narrowly preferred to Tribal Nation and Mississippi River, who have the potential for better again on the back of runner-up efforts.

Arguably unlucky not to beat a Ballydoyle colt at Naas last time, LOCAL LAD can make amends today.

13:30 Galway Maiden 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:35 Leicester Stakes (Class 5) 6f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (11/4 -10%) Ann Terry	2.75 11/4(-10%)	(2) Ann Terry 11/4, Lightly-raced maiden who matched pick of her form when second of 11 in maiden at Pontefract (6f, good to soft, 9/1) 32 days ago. Not out of things with a repeat. Returned to her debut form when runner-up over 6f at Pontefract (good to soft).
2	1 2nd (1) (10/11 +67%) Fleetwater	0.909091 10/11(+67%)	(1) Fleetwater 10/11, Fair filly. Winner at Windsor (6f) in July. 7/1, respectable third of 12 in novice at Newmarket (7f, soft) 5 days ago, no extra final 1f. Return to sprinting in her favour on that evidence and rider takes off a valuable 3 lb. Ran well on soft at Newmarket last week when stretched by the 7f.
3	3 3rd (3) (5/2 -43%) Be An Angel	2.5 5/2(-43%)	(3) Be An Angel 5/2, Twilight Son filly. Half-sister to 6f winner Runaround Sioux. Ran to a fair level when second of 5 in a C&D novice on debut 13 days ago, green before making good progress and just failing. Likely to have derived plenty from that and she's of definite interest here. The ground was heavy when going close on her C&D debut 13 days ago.

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BE AN ANGEL was beaten only a neck over C&D on debut, despite showing signs of inexperience. Rod Millman's filly handled the testing going perfectly well on that occasion and can open her account with normal improvement. Ann Terry put a couple of lesser efforts behind her when finishing a solid second at Pontefract last month and she makes more appeal than the penalised Fleetwater and Impatiently.

BE AN ANGEL produced a promising first effort amid greenness when just touched off in a C&D novice 2 weeks ago and with conditions holding no fears, she's fancied to go one place better with progress anticipated. Fleetwater is narrowly preferred to Ann Terry for the forecast.

Fleetwater edges Ann Terry for second preference but BE AN ANGEL went close on her debut here when the ground was heavy.

13:35 Leicester Stakes (Class 5) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:40 Wexford Maiden Hurdle 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	1 1st (1) (6/1 -71%) Ol Man Dingle	6 6/1(-71%)	(1) Ol Man Dingle 6/1, Fairly useful hurdler. 5/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, career best when winning 7-runner novice hurdle at Clonmel (19.9f, good) 25 days ago, easily. Needs considering. Won 2m4f Clonmel maiden in good style in first-time tongue-tie; drop in trip is a concern.
2	3 2nd (3) (10/3 +5%) Tonaghneave Well	3.333333 10/3(+5%)	(3) Tonaghneave Well 10/3, Fairly useful hurdler. 2 wins from 6 runs this season. Career best when winning 18-runner novice hurdle (4/1) at Gowran (16f, good to soft) 24 days ago, just holding on. Looks competitive on form. A few things went against him when winning at Gowran (2m, good), so that was creditable.
3	6 3rd (6) (6/1 0%) That's About Right	6 6/1(0%)	(6) That's About Right 6/1, Fair hurdler. Course winner. 3 wins from 5 runs this season. Career best when winning 6-runner novice hurdle at Downpatrick (21.5f, good to soft, 8/1) 38 days ago, forging clear. Down in trip. Hold-up performer has won three of his last five in handicaps, including 2m4f contest here.
4	8 4th (8) (5/1 -11%) Grann's Boy	5 5/1(-11%)	(8) Grann's Boy 5/1, Lightly-raced winner over hurdles. 16/1, bit below form eleventh of 20 in handicap at Navan (14f, good to soft) 5 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Expected to be bang there. Edged out Tonaghneave Well over 2m3f at Kilbeggan and 7lb better off; held on Flat since.
5th	9 5th (9) (18/1 +64%) Queen Nel	18 18/1(+64%)	(9) Queen Nel 18/1, Winner at Gowran in March. Ninth of 11 in novice hurdle at Tramore (20.4f, good, 66/1) 74 days ago. Easy enough to look elsewhere. Won Gowran maiden in March for previous yard; well held in conditions/novice contests.
6th	7 6th (7) (16/5 +57%) Elusive Prince	3.2 16/5(+57%)	(7) Elusive Prince 16/5, Fair hurdler. Remains a maiden after 8 hurdle runs. Second of 7 in novice hurdle (4/6) at Clonmel (16.6f, good to soft) 4 days ago. Turned over at 4-6 by 95-rated foe in Clonmel maiden on Thursday; hard to fancy.
7th	4 7th (4) (6/1 +29%) Vaureal	6 6/1(+29%)	(4) Vaureal 6/1, Promising type. Fourth of 12 in handicap hurdle (6/1) at Roscommon (24.1f, soft) 28 days ago. Significantly down in trip and hood on 1st time. Should improve. Last two runs were at Roscommon, winning 2m4f maiden and fourth in 3m handicap; hooded.
8th	5 8th (5) (25/1 -56%) Kingdom Calling	25 25/1(-56%)	(5) Kingdom Calling 25/1, Lightly-raced winner under Rules. 1 win from 3 runs this season. Career best when winning 17-runner novice hurdle (250/1) at Listowel (16f, soft) 30 days ago, pushed out. This is more demanding. Won Listowel maiden at massive price (third won since); may continue to progress.

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TONAGHNEAVE WELL had to overcome some adversity at Gowran Park and he showed his resolution when getting up to win by a short head. Grann's Boy actually beat Tonaghneave Well into second in a maiden hurdle at Kilbeggan in July. He has been racing on the Flat since then, but has to be respected on this return to hurdling. Ol Man Dingle has to give weight away in a tight race, but the way he shed his maiden status at Clonmel gives him prospects. A big run from Kazakh D'arthel in the first race would bode well for Kingdom Calling who beat him at Listowel when sent off a whopping 250/1.

GRANN'S BOY pulled well clear of the rest with subsequent winner Tonaghneave Well (renews rivalry on 6 lb worse terms here) at Kilbeggan in July and while he hasn't troubled the judged on the Flat since, it would be no surprise to see this 4-y-o get back on track returned to this sphere. Vaureal's stamina was seemingly stretched upped to 3m in Roscommon handicap and he is open to improvement now back down in trip. The unexposed Has Me Dreaming and progressive Ol Man Dingle also merit respect.

Cian Collins is a trainer on the rise and can strike here with HAS ME DREAMING who might ideally prefer further but is given the nod

13:40 Wexford Maiden Hurdle 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:47 Ayr Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 24f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (16/1 -220%) Hapy La Vie	16 16/1(-220%)	(9) Hapy La Vie 16/1, Won back-to-back 3m handicap chases at Hexham in 2023 but off for 13 months ahead of this return to hurdles. Brian Hughes does the steering but betting perhaps the best guide after a long absence. Did well over fences in early part of last season but reverts to hurdling after long break.
2	2 2nd (2) (5/2 -43%) Magical Arthur	2.5 5/2(-43%)	(2) Magical Arthur 5/2, Has improved since fitted with cheekpieces. building on his Worcester second when going one better at Hexham (23f, good) 24 days ago. Unexposed as a stayer and a 5 lb rise may not stop him. In good form for new stable this season and comes here after winning at Hexham, this month.
3	8 3rd (8) (2/1 +64%) What A Flirth	2 2/1(+64%)	(8) What A Flirth 2/1, Runner-up in an Irish point. Has shown barely modest form over hurdles but did offer a bit more encouragement when stepped up to 3m at Southwell last time and it's still early days with this top stable. Caught the eye making smooth headway at Southwell this month; remains lightly raced.
4	11 4th (11) (16/1 +60%) Teddy Mac	16 16/1(+60%)	(11) Teddy Mac 16/1, Poor form, finishing fifth of 9 on 23f Hexham handicap debut when last seen in May. 5 lb out of the handicap on return. Only beaten about 9l on handicap debut at Hexham in May but effectively 3lb higher here.
5th	4 5th (4) (40/1 -60%) Santa Clarita	40 40/1(-60%)	(4) Santa Clarita 40/1, Made a winning start for Dan Skelton at Worcester in September. Creditable third over 23f back there next time and might have had her stamina stretched by a stiff track when 17½ lengths sixth of 12 to the reopposing Magical Arthur at Hexham (23f, good) last time. Has changed yard again. Won for Dan Skelton last month but below that form twice since; now with new stable.
6th	3 6th (3) (10/1 +38%) Dalileo	10 10/1(+38%)	(3) Dalileo 10/1, Back on the scoresheet when taking a 3m Perth handicap in June and has made the frame several times since. Shaped as if still in form when fifth of 11 over 17f at Carlisle 11 days ago. Significantly back up in trip. Doesn't win very often but scores good marks for consistency; probably won't be far away.
7th	1 7th (1) (11/1 +21%) Cusack Park	11 11/1(+21%)	(1) Cusack Park 11/1, Only had 3 starts over hurdles but arrives on back of disappointing handicap debut at Perth (3m, soft) last month. Bit to prove now. Flopped when upped to 3m for for handicap debut but may yet deliver on earlier promise.
8th	10 8th (10) (9/1 +64%) Iturgeon Du Breuil	9 9/1(+64%)	(10) Iturgeon Du Breuil 9/1, Showed improved form when placed at Ayr and Hexham in first 2 handicaps and bounced back from a poor run at Perth when 10 lengths fifth of 12 to Magical Arthur at Hexham (23f, good) 24 days ago. Placed in first two handicaps but next three runs have been underwhelming.
9th	5 9th (5) (14/1 -133%) Not In Kansas	14 14/1(-133%)	(5) Not In Kansas 14/1, Won back to back over 2½m at Musselburgh and Perth in the spring. Steps up in trip on the hat-trick bid after 5 months off. Player if ready to roll after a break. Returned from layoff with two emphatic 2m4f wins in spring; might progress again over 3m.
10th	6 10th (6) (20/1 0%) Somebody's Fortune	20 20/1(0%)	(6) Somebody's Fortune 20/1, Made a winning handicap hurdle debut at Kelso in May but not in anything like the same form at Perth in July and pulled up switched to fences at Hexham earlier this month. Came from poor position for 3m2f win in May but well beaten twice since; too risky.

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NOT IN KANSAS goes well fresh and, having created a deep impression when wining a conditional riders' race at Perth under Bruce Lynn back in May, the daughter of Gentlewave could be tough to deal with on her return from a break. Fellow last-time-out winners Magical Arthur and Topkapi Star also command respect, while the hat-trick seeking Hapy La Vie is still on an upward trajectory and is interesting back over timber.

MAGICAL ARTHUR likely has even more to offer over staying trips and can make light of a 5 lb rise for Hexham. Dan Skelton's What A Flirth shaped better when stepped up to 3m at Southwell last time and is second choice ahead of the hat-trick seeking Not In Kansas, who is returning from a break.

Having displayed major improvement to win twice over 2m4f in the spring, NOT IN KANSAS might kick on again on this first 3m attempt.

13:47 Ayr Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 24f PREDICTION SIMULATION

13:55 Redcar Stakes (Class 5) 9f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (10/3 -48%) The Trickster	3.333333 10/3(-48%)	(1) The Trickster 10/3, 12/1, won 7-runner novice at Beverley (8.4f, good to soft) on debut 34 days ago. Open to progress and likely to make a bold bid to go 2-2. Late foal; easy to back on 1m Beverley debut when he ran green but led close home; improve.
2	2 2nd (2) (4/1 +20%) Anglophile	4 4/1(+20%)	(2) Anglophile 4/1, 10/1, seventh of 9 in novice at Kempton (1m) on debut 14 days ago, merely closing up late. From a top stable and it wouldn't be any surprise to see him leave effort that well behind now. Well-connected colt; made no inroads on 1m AW debut; needs to come on plenty.
3	7 3rd (7) (7/4 +42%) Novelista	1.75 7/4(+42%)	(7) Novelista 7/4, Fair form when placed in maiden/novice events over 1¼m on heavy ground at Goodwood and Pontefract in recent weeks. Shouldn't be too far away under Loughnane. Out of useful stayer; shown to advantage in two 1m2f runs; major player.
4	6 4th (6) (4/1 +33%) Native Irish	4 4/1(+33%)	(6) Native Irish 4/1, This New Bay colt cost a hefty €285,000 at the breeze-ups so he's a very interesting contender, particularly if the betting vibes are strong. 285,000euros breeze-up buy; trip can suit on pedigree; market can guide.
5th	3 5th (3) (50/1 -150%) Cangofar	50 50/1(-150%)	(3) Cangofar 50/1, Twice-raced maiden. 40/1, last of 6 in novice at Haydock (1m, heavy) 10 days ago. Probably more a handicap prospect after this. Never sighted in two 1m runs, both on heavy; handicaps should be a better option.
6th	8 6th (8) (20/1 -82%) Spirit Of Jura	20 20/1(-82%)	(8) Spirit Of Jura 20/1, 32,000 gns Masar half-sister to 3 winners, including useful winner up to 13f Sea King and 1m-10.3f winner Rival. Dam winner up to 1¾m (2-y-o 7f winner). Would be a fitting winner of this given her owner. Interesting to see how she compares in the betting to Novelista. Useful pedigree; might need longer trips but still an interesting newcomer.
7th	4 7th (4) (150/1 -127%) Carlton Freddie	150 150/1(-127%)	(4) Carlton Freddie 150/1, Big prices and down the field in 2 outings this autumn. Has a lot to find on 7f and 1m2f form and an unlikely factor until handicapping.
8th	5 8th (5) (10/1 +17%) Moby Quick	10 10/1(+17%)	(5) Moby Quick 10/1, 14,000 gns Al Kazeem gelding. Closely related to temperamental 2-y-o 6f winner Tiora. Dam, 6f winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 7f Pyrrha. Would enter the reckoning if the betting suggests he's fancied. Pedigree more about shorter trips; yard has good 2yo record in 2024 so check the betting.

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THE TRICKSTER conjured up a late rally to make a winning debut over the stiff extended mile at Beverley last month. He will have learned plenty from that experience and is taken to defy a penalty. Novelista was still beaten a long way when runner-up at Pontefract on his latest start, although he can make his presence felt once again. It would be no surprise to see Anglophile post an improved effort on his first start on the turf.

THE TRICKSTER is probably the percentage call on the back of his Beverley debut success, although a strong market move for expensive breeze-up recruit Native Irish would put a slightly different slant on things. Novelista should also be thereabouts.

Novelista looks dangerous but THE TRICKSTER was a late foal who defied market expectations on his debut and he is capable of better.

13:55 Redcar Stakes (Class 5) 9f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:00 Galway Handicap 7f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	10 1st (10) (8/1 +43%) Source Code	8 8/1(+43%)	(10) Source Code 8/1, Blue Point colt. Not offered much in trio of maidens at up to 7f. Last of 13 on qualifying run at Leopardstown (7.1f, soft) 9 days ago. Pedigree an ongoing recommendation and application of blinkers may help now handicapping. Not discounted. Well beaten in three maidens but is likely to do better in this company with blinkers on.
2	6 2nd (6) (7/1 -100%) Unique Journey	7 7/1(-100%)	(6) Unique Journey 7/1, Promising type. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, excellent third of 8 in nursery at Navan (5.8f, good to soft, 8/1) 19 days ago, nearest finish. Steps up in trip now and he's one to be interested in. Best run when 3rd on nursery debut at Navan last time over 6f; big player if he stays.
3	14 3rd (14) (33/1 +18%) Prada's World	33 33/1(+18%)	(14) Prada's World 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eighth of 11 in maiden at Naas (8f, good to soft, 200/1) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Makes handicap debut. Soundly beaten in three maidens but is likely to do better in this company; cheekpieces.
4	13 4th (13) (18/1 -64%) Kilgharrahs Love	18 18/1(-64%)	(13) Kilgharrahs Love 18/1, Dragon Pulse filly who stepped forward on previous efforts when third of 16 in nursery at Gowran (7f, heavy, 11/1) 7 days ago, running on. That may not prove her limit. Beaten 3l at Gowran last time over this trip but was raised 5lb for that so needs more.
5th	1 5th (1) (25/1 -39%) Moonhall Church	25 25/1(-39%)	(1) Moonhall Church 25/1, Winner at Fairyhouse in September. 16/1, respectable sixth of 14 in nursery at Dundalk (7f) 10 days ago, keeping on final 100 yds. Merits respect with a repeat back on turf. Won a Fairyhouse claimer and not a bad Dundalk run last time; poor draw; ground unknown.
6th	8 6th (8) (12/1 +25%) Sunriseontheboyne	12 12/1(+25%)	(8) Sunriseontheboyne 12/1, Winner at Killarney in August. 9/1, bit below form fifth of 12 in nursery at Bellewstown (7.9f, good to soft) 25 days ago, no extra over 1f out. Needs to pull out more. Won a Killarney nursery over 1m but held off higher marks since and needs more.
7th	9 7th (9) (9/1 +59%) Tilani	9 9/1(+59%)	(9) Tilani 9/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eleventh of 14 in maiden (125/1) at the Curragh (7f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Soundly beaten in three maidens but can do better in this company; watch market.
8th	4 8th (4) (8/1 +71%) Refreshment	8 8/1(+71%)	(4) Refreshment 8/1, Son of Kodi Bear who left his debut effort behind when fifth of 11 in maiden at Navan (5.8f) in April. Below that level on qualifying run at Roscommon (7.7f) a month later but gelded ahead of return and another who may well step up now handicapping. Mild promise in three maidens earlier in year; gelded and back from a break.
9th	2 9th (2) (15/2 +17%) Runninsonofagun	7.5 15/2(+17%)	(2) Runninsonofagun 15/2, Winner at Navan in August. Respectable fourth of 9 in nursery at Leopardstown (8f, soft, 15/2) 9 days ago. Looks likely to give his running again. Won a maiden claimer at Navan but twice held in nurseries and needs more.
10th	16 10th (16) (33/1 +18%) Vovatia	33 33/1(+18%)	(16) Vovatia 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 25/1, below form ninth of 16 in nursery at Gowran (7f, heavy) 7 days ago, never dangerous. Needs to step up plenty if she's to feature. Beaten a long way at Gowran on nursery debut last week and not easy to fancy.
11th	3 11th (3) (22/1 -38%) Junkyard Dog	22 22/1(-38%)	(3) Junkyard Dog 22/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eleventh of 13 in maiden (150/1) at Leopardstown (7.1f, soft) 9 days ago. In good hands and worth noting if the market speaks in his favour on handicap debut. Not beaten far in a Naas maiden but 25l behind at Leopardstown since; still considered.
12th	7 12th (7) (12/1 +57%) Merchants Arch	12 12/1(+57%)	(7) Merchants Arch 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Respectable seventh of 12 in nursery at Bellewstown (7.9f, good to soft, 33/1) 25 days ago, never better than midfield. Eased 3 lb ahead of this but he needs to pull out a little more. Tenderly handled when beaten 7l on nursery debut last time; likely capable of better.
13th	5 13th (5) (15/2 -25%) Now	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(5) Now 15/2, Lightly-raced maiden. 12/1 and blinkered for 1st time, creditable second of 12 in nursery at Bellewstown (7.9f, good to soft) 25 days ago, having to pick way through final 1f. Definite claims with a repeat. Beaten 1l at Bellewstown last time over 1m; the blinkers tried then are retained; player.
14th	11 14th (11) (20/1 -11%) Ottoman	20 20/1(-11%)	(11) Ottoman 20/1, 12/1, twelfth of 16 in nursery at the Curragh (7f, good to soft) 29 days ago, weakening 2f out. Needs to get back on track. Good runs in two nurseries but was poor at the Curragh last time and has to rebound.
15th	12 15th (12) (11/2 -10%) Your Call	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(12) Your Call 11/2, 4/1, good second of 16 in nursery at Gowran (7f, heavy) 7 days ago, headed over 1f out and keeping on. Claims with a repeat again partnered by Colin Keane. Not beaten far at Gowran last time over this trip but was raised 6lb so needs to find more.
16th	15 16th (15) (8/1 +43%) Coulstys Way	8 8/1(+43%)	(15) Coulstys Way 8/1, Coulsty filly. Good fourth of 12 in nursery at Bellewstown (7.9f, good to soft, 20/1) 25 days ago, never nearer. Still early days but this drop back in trip may not suit ideally. Beaten 4l on nursery debut over 1m at Bellewstown off this mark; can run well again.

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NOW was fitted with blinkers for the first time and had a number of these rivals behind when runner-up to Baltray Lady at Bellewstown earlier this month and hopefully the half-sister to Rip Van Winkle can cope with the likely testing conditions. Your Call was among those behind the selection at Bellewstown but has shown better form when ridden up with the pace including when second to Chica Guerrera at Gowran last Monday with Kilgharrahs Love less than a length behind in third. Danny Murphy sent out a double at Dundalk on Friday evening and has a chance here with Unique Journey, who was denied a clear run before finishing strongly at Navan earlier this month.

UNIQUE JOURNEY produced his best effort to date and left the distinct impression he can do better again when third on nursery debut at Navan (5.8f) 3 weeks ago, running on encouragingly when finally in the clear. He gets the nod to confirm the promise of that effort upped in trip, with Now and Your Call rating next best. Source Code is a handicap debutant to note with blinkers reached for.

A running on second over just short of a mile at Bellewstown last time, NOW should be suited by this stiff 7f and can get off the mark.

14:00 Galway Handicap 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:05 Leicester Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (10/1 +0%) Beltadaay	10 10/1(+0%)	(5) Beltadaay 10/1, Son of Adaay who hasn't shaped with a great deal of promise in trio of novice/maiden contests in recent months. Gelded ahead of nursery debut and progress needed if he's to feature. Promising second run and could show the benefit from being gelded; handicap debut.
2	3 2nd (3) (5/1 -122%) Laurens Dream	5 5/1(-122%)	(3) Laurens Dream 5/1, Showed more than previously when fourth on qualifying run at Catterick (7f) in October and caught the eye when third of 7 in nursery at Yarmouth (7f, soft, 8/1) 13 days ago, running on late having had to wait to launch her challenge. One to be interested in on that evidence. Did her best work late at Yarmouth, finishing right behind Unex Friendly.
3	2 3rd (2) (13/8 +54%) Zadkiel	1.625 13/8(+54%)	(2) Zadkiel 13/8, Lightly-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, very good third of 11 in nursery at this course (6f, heavy, 22/1) 20 days ago, nearest finish. Step up to 7f well worth exploring on that evidence and he's one to consider under Rossa Ryan. Closing third on heavy here 20 days ago and now goes over 7f for the first time.
4	1 4th (1) (12/1 -20%) Paulie Two Lockers	12 12/1(-20%)	(1) Paulie Two Lockers 12/1, Hasn't looked straightforward to date, failing to improve for being gelded/switched to handicaps when fifth of 6 in nursery at this C&D (heavy, 17/2) 20 days ago, hanging badly right 2f out. Needs treating with caution on that evidence. No obvious benefit for being gelded in a heavy-ground C&D nursery 20 days ago.
5th	8 5th (8) (18/1 +28%) General Gordon	18 18/1(+28%)	(8) General Gordon 18/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 18/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, last of 12 in nursery at Newcastle (7.1f) 13 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter with the headgear left off. Made forgettable nursery debut at Newcastle when returning from a break in new cheekpieces.
6th	7 6th (7) (8/1 +33%) Beauhaather	8 8/1(+33%)	(7) Beauhaather 8/1, 11/2 and blinkered for 1st time, seventh of 8 in nursery at Kempton (8f) 12 days ago, weakening before final 1f. Others more persuasive. No closer than fourth in four nurseries and took backward step last time tried in blinkers.
7th	6 7th (6) (15/2 -114%) Unex Friendly	7.5 15/2(-114%)	(6) Unex Friendly 15/2, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable second of 7 in nursery (13/2) at Yarmouth (7f, soft) 13 days ago, hanging left final 1f and keeping on. Cheekpieces on 1st time and she's respected. Second at Yarmouth when taking a while to get going; cheekpieces could liven her up.
8th	4 8th (4) (11/2 +54%) Borderline Madness	5.5 11/2(+54%)	(4) Borderline Madness 11/2, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 10 in novice (66/1) at Nottingham (6.1f, heavy) 19 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Must find best form. Uncompetitive so far but entitled to take a step forward now handicapping at a lowly level.
9th	9 9th (9) (66/1 -100%) Demesne Boy	66 66/1(-100%)	(9) Demesne Boy 66/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Ninth of 10 in novice at Brighton (8f, heavy, 250/1) 11 days ago. Blinkered for 1st time. Marked step forward required if he's to feature on handicap bow. Beaten 13l, 21, and 31l in 7f/1m maiden/novices, twice on soft ground.

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The prevailing heavy going will help the cause of ZADKIEL. The son of Dark Angel finished a respectable third over 6f here last time, when also giving the impression today's extra furlong will prove well within his compass, and he looks one to keep on the right side of. Unex Friendly just had the measure of Laurens Dream when runner-up at Yarmouth and has to enter calculations on that form, while Borderline Madness is worth a second glance returning to 7f for her nursery debut.

LAURENS DREAM shaped well and was noted finishing to good effect having been forced to delay her challenge when third at Yarmouth (7f) 2 weeks ago. Up to defying this sort of mark on that evidence, she gets the nod to confirm the promise of that run. Zadkiel under Rossa Ryan and Unex Friendly look next best.

Stepping up to 7f looks sure to suit the well-bred ZADKIEL (nap) who ran his best race yet here last time on heavy ground.

14:05 Leicester Handicap (Class 6) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:10 Wexford Handicap Hurdle 16f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	2 1st (2) (13/2 +46%) Inchiquin Star	6.5 13/2(+46%)	(2) Inchiquin Star 13/2, C&D winner. Latest win in hurdle here in August. 11/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (16f, good) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Not taken lightly. C&D winner under Quirke in August and has run okay a couple of times since; cheekpieces.
2	10 2nd (10) (18/1 -13%) Backfromtheraces	18 18/1(-13%)	(10) Backfromtheraces 18/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Eighth of 14 in novice hurdle at Clonmel (16.5f, heavy, 200/1). Off 9 months ahead of this handicap debut. Likely to improve. Modest maiden form means she starts handicaps from a low base but not seen since January.
3	12 3rd (12) (50/1 +50%) Fernhill Fling	50 50/1(+50%)	(12) Fernhill Fling 50/1, Pulled up in handicap hurdle (66/1) at Roscommon (20.3f, soft) 28 days ago. Looks set for another struggle. Dire form in first three handicaps; drops back from 2m4f but can't be having him.
4	6 4th (6) (15/2 +38%) Aboy Joey	7.5 15/2(+38%)	(6) Aboy Joey 15/2, 10/1, below form ninth of 15 in handicap hurdle at Listowel (18f, soft) 33 days ago. Would have a chance if reproducing his form during the spring when second in handicaps at Cork and Limerick. Runner-up in first two handicap starts in April, both on soft ground; well held since.
5th	11 5th (11) (16/1 -60%) Realtin Lonrach	16 16/1(-60%)	(11) Realtin Lonrach 16/1, 28/1, third of 14 in handicap hurdle at this course (17f, good to soft) 152 days ago. Will need a couple of these to falter if she's to play a leading role. 8yo only made her debut in January; third in lower-grade C&D handicap on soft in May.
6th	8 6th (8) (10/1 +38%) Star Official	10 10/1(+38%)	(8) Star Official 10/1, Seventh of 10 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (15.8f, good, 22/1) 13 days ago. Looks vulnerable. Likes testing ground; ran okay at Punchestown after nearly eight months off.
7th	3 7th (3) (7/2 -40%) Thisistheway	3.5 7/2(-40%)	(3) Thisistheway 7/2, Lightly-raced winner under Rules. 1 win from 3 runs this season. Booking of Stone-Walsh a plus for this handicap hurdle debut but this is much tougher. Course bumper winner off the mark on second hurdles start at Cork (2m4f); first handicap.
8th	5 8th (5) (9/2 -29%) Verbal Sparring	4.5 9/2(-29%)	(5) Verbal Sparring 9/2, One win from 3 runs this season. Successful at Sligo in June. Creditable third of 13 in handicap hurdle (5/1) at Sligo (17.4f, soft) 68 days ago. Has good chance on form. Softer the better for 5yo although he handled good ground when winning at Sligo.
9th	1 9th (1) (14/1 +30%) Optional Mix	14 14/1(+30%)	(1) Optional Mix 14/1, Latest win in chase at Kilbeggan in June. Eighth of 9 in handicap hurdle (22/1) at Punchestown (16.3f, good) 12 days ago. Chance on old form. Grand mare won chase in June; steadily coming down the ratings but would prefer further.
9	9 \|PU\| (9) (9/2 +25%) Dream Once More	4.5 9/2(+25%)	(9) Dream Once More 9/2, Creditable fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle (8/1) at Listowel (22f, soft) 31 days ago. Back down in trip and she's not discounted. Third in C&D handicap on yielding in August; beaten 10l over 2m6f at Listowel last time.
7	7 \|PU\| (7) (10/1 -25%) Not My Problem	10 10/1(-25%)	(7) Not My Problem 10/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 50/1, ninth of 15 in novice hurdle at Leopardstown (16f, soft). Off 7 months ahead of this handicap hurdle debut. Ran okay in a couple of maidens; handicap debut after eight months off..

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BALTINGLASS HILL didn't run badly at all in fourth in a much higher grade at Kilbeggan last month. Prior to that, he was a solid second over a similar trip at this track. Thisistheway won a bumper at Wexford last year and was last seen winning her first race over flights at Cork just over a fortnight ago. She is a contender on her handicap debut. Verbal Sparring has been largely consistent this year and ought to be in the mix. Realtin Lonrach showed marked improvement when third at this track in May and could build upon that if fully wound up on her reappearance.

It could be worth siding with ABOY JOEY, who looked in need of the run back from a four-month break at Listowel and he merits serious respect on account of his improved efforts in April when going close in his firts two starts switched to handicap company. Verbal Sparring lost little caste in defeat when third at Sligo on his latest start in August and he is second choice ahead of Inchiquin Star and Dream Once More.

Hard enough to pick one but VERBAL SPARRING came back from a similar break to win at Sligo in June and was a fair third there in August

14:10 Wexford Handicap Hurdle 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:20 Ayr Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f - 14 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (7/1 +56%) Adveram	7 7/1(+56%)	(5) Adveram 7/1, Winless last term but proved consistent and signed off with a solid third of 11 in handicap hurdle at Perth (23.9f, soft, 17/2). Off 6 months but needs considering. Maiden hurdler but worth considering if ready to roll back from a break..
2	8 2nd (8) (8/1 +71%) Bathgate	8 8/1(+71%)	(8) Bathgate 8/1, Still a maiden but he has shown some promise this season, fading late on when fifth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (20.9f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Holds good claims now back in trip off a 3 lb lower mark. Has made little impact in handicap hurdles..
3	7 3rd (7) (6/1 +50%) One Step Up	6 6/1(+50%)	(7) One Step Up 6/1, Looked rusty after 4 months off when pulled up in handicap hurdle at Perth (20.2f, soft) 33 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and can take a step forward in his bid for a maiden success. Pulled up latest but previous second would give him a chance; first-time cheekpieces..
4	11 4th (11) (20/1 +39%) Burgundy Man	20 20/1(+39%)	(11) Burgundy Man 20/1, Remains winless and only eighth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Perth (16.2f, soft, 14/1) 32 days ago. Cheekpieces are reached for now. Modest maiden hurdler; the first-time cheekpieces need to spark some improvement..
5th	1 5th (1) (10/3 -33%) Caldwell	3.333333 10/3(-33%)	(1) Caldwell 10/3, Readily won 10-runner handicap chase at Hexham (15.6f, soft, 9/2) on debut over fences 16 days ago. Back over hurdles now and looks competitive on form off just 1 lb higher mark. Reliable; won convincingly on this month's chase debut; just 1lb higher back over hurdles..
6th	12 6th (12) (20/1 -167%) Lewa House	20 20/1(-167%)	(12) Lewa House 20/1, Not the most consistent and on a losing sequence but he has gone well off a break so claims on his seasonal return. Sole win over hurdles in 2022; ended last season with a couple of credible placed efforts.
7th	13 7th (13) (4/1 +75%) Bowler Jack	4 4/1(+75%)	(13) Bowler Jack 4/1, Little form shown to date, cheekpieces on for his handicap debut when pulled up at Hexham (20.1f, heavy) 7 months ago. Others are preferred. Well beaten in his three maiden/novice hurdles and pulled up on handicap debut..
8th	3 8th (3) (9/1 -157%) Rickety Gate	9 9/1(-157%)	(3) Rickety Gate 9/1, 16/5, won 11-runner handicap hurdle at Kelso (20.9f, good to soft) 22 days ago. Up 5 lb but had a bit left in the tank there so ought to be thereabouts. Back to form to win over hurdles latest after a summer break; should be competitive..
9th	6 9th (6) (12/1 +40%) Anamanda	12 12/1(+40%)	(6) Anamanda 12/1, Lightly-raced maiden hurdler who came in only sixth of 9 on her handicap hurdle debut at Perth (16.2f, good to soft, 7/1) 165 days ago. Up in trip with more needed. 0-4 over hurdles; goes up in trip but others have more pressing claims..
10th	2 10th (2) (11/1 +8%) Grass's Jet	11 11/1(+8%)	(2) Grass's Jet 11/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on for his first run since leaving Thomas Gallagher when below form eighth of 13 in handicap hurdle (5/2) at Bangor (23.2f, good) 122 days ago. Needs to bounce back. Failed to get competitive for Thomas Gallagher and well-beaten favourite on stable debut.
11th	10 11th (10) (100/1 -203%) Billable Grant	100 100/1(-203%)	(10) Billable Grant 100/1, 25/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Wexford (24f, good to soft) 95 days ago on his final run for Colin McBratney. Needs this yard switch to spark a resurgence. The change of stable needs to turn things around..
12th	4 12th (4) (25/1 -108%) Pateen	25 25/1(-108%)	(4) Pateen 25/1, Scored at Perth in September and got back on track when third of 12 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (23.1f, good) 13 days ago. Not ruled out eased 1 lb. Capable veteran when in the mood; won at Perth last month..
13th	14 13th (14) (100/1 -100%) Solway Staree	100 100/1(-100%)	(14) Solway Staree 100/1, Poor maiden hurdler who looked rusty after 12 months off when tenth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Perth (16.2f, soft, 66/1) 32 days ago. Can strip fitter now but 6 lb out of the handicap. Well held back from a lengthy absence latest and has enough to prove..
14th	9 14th (9) (50/1 -100%) Uncle Mac	50 50/1(-100%)	(9) Uncle Mac 50/1, Modest maiden hurdler who has also offered little both runs over fences for a variety of trainers. Back hurdling with lots to prove. Back hurdling after tailing off on chase debut and pulled up behind Caldwell latest start.

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CALDWELL has been very reliable in all disciplines from the summer onwards and made a successful beginning to his chasing career at Hexham. Back over the smaller obstacles, he is just 1lb higher, with the extra half-mile fancied to bring him forward even further. Rickety Gate showed the benefit of a break when justifying favouritism at Kelso and looks dangerous. Grass's Jet was well fancied on his debut for this yard at Bangor and although disappointing, it is too soon to give up on him.

This is wide open so at the likely odds it is worth siding with BATHGATE to build on earlier promise and gain a breakthrough victory off a reduced mark. Caldwell scored in good style over fences at Hexham last time and could emerge as the chief threat reverted to hurdles, although Rickety Gate, Pateen and Adveram all need considering too.

Rickety Gate is second choice but CALDWELL (nap) makes appeal having been a ready winner on soft ground on his recent chase debut.

14:20 Ayr Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (3/1 +25%) Fast Fred	3 3/1(+25%)	(1) Fast Fred 3/1, Lightly-raced maiden on Flat. Good third of 14 in C&D handicap (soft) 10 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently. Enters the reckoning. Third over C&D (soft) ten days ago; needs improvement but that's possible.
2	10 2nd (10) (22/1 -10%) Visitant	22 22/1(-10%)	(10) Visitant 22/1, Unreliable type. Course winner. Fifteen runs since last win in 2023. Respectable seventh of 15 in handicap (16/1) at Thirsk (1½m, good) 42 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Latest win over 1m6f on this track in 2023; needs everything to drop right back at 1m2f.
3	6 3rd (6) (22/1 -175%) Woof	22 22/1(-175%)	(6) Woof 22/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable third of 7 in handicap at Bath (1¼m, heavy, 33/1) 18 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time. Considered under Bowen. Minor form in two handicaps at 1m and 1m2f; needs improvement for new cheekpieces.
4	13 4th (13) (5/1 +50%) Gemini Man	5 5/1(+50%)	(13) Gemini Man 5/1, Modest 16-race maiden on the Flat in Ireland but worth monitoring in the betting on this first outing for Iain Jardine with a visor refitted. Modest 17-runner maiden under both codes when trained in Ireland..
5th	12 5th (12) (7/2 +61%) Lady Phoebe	3.5 7/2(+61%)	(12) Lady Phoebe 7/2, Modest maiden. Fourth of 5 in handicap (12/1) at Newcastle (12.5f) 34 days ago. 0-10 but is 1lb lower than when beaten a head at Hamilton in August..
6th	11 6th (11) (33/1 -65%) Going To The Moon	33 33/1(-65%)	(11) Going To The Moon 33/1, Maiden who has shown only poor form in recent times. Below form eighth of 14 in handicap over C&D (soft, 33/1) 10 days ago. On career-low mark but only modest form for current connections this year..
7th	8 7th (8) (4/1 +75%) Recorwoman	4 4/1(+75%)	(8) Recorwoman 4/1, Unreliable sort. 22/1, bit below form third of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (1¼m, heavy) on Thursday. Tends to be slowly away as was the case when a modest third at Nottingham last Thursday..
8th	2 8th (2) (25/1 -150%) Strategic Fortune	25 25/1(-150%)	(2) Strategic Fortune 25/1, Runner-up twice on AW in the spring. Won on turf in Ireland earlier in his career and needs checking out in the betting back from 168 days off with the booking of Billy Loughnane catching the eye. Best form on Tapeta and having first run on turf since June 2022; back from break.
9th	9 9th (9) (66/1 -164%) Aughnagomaun	66 66/1(-164%)	(9) Aughnagomaun 66/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 200/1, last of 14 in maiden at Kempton (11f) 26 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Improvement will be needed. Well beaten at massive prices in all 3 starts; big step forward needed on handicap debut.
10th	4 10th (4) (6/1 -71%) Two B Tanned	6 6/1(-71%)	(4) Two B Tanned 6/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 100/1, third of 7 in maiden at Windsor (6f, good to soft) in April. Rates a potential improver now handicapping over a significantly longer trip on return. Showed promise over 6f in April; bred to appreciate the new trip on handicap debut.
11th	5 11th (5) (25/1 -127%) Prince Hector	25 25/1(-127%)	(5) Prince Hector 25/1, One win from 30 Flat runs but was first past the post at Wolverhampton in June only to lose the race in the stewards' room. Off since a below-par run back there at the end of June. Both wins at Wolverhampton AW and 0-11 on turf; might need this after a break.
12th	3 12th (3) (50/1 -100%) Habitual	50 50/1(-100%)	(3) Habitual 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Tenth of 11 in handicap (28/1) at Newcastle (1m) 10 days ago. Back up in trip. Improvement will be needed. Moderate form on handicap debut when tenth of 11 at Newcastle ten days ago.
13th	7 13th (7) (28/1 -12%) On The Bubble	28 28/1(-12%)	(7) On The Bubble 28/1, Course winner in May. Also successful over hurdles in June and might have needed a recent outing at Southwell after 4 months off. Won at this track in May when sporting first-time hood off 5lb lower mark..
14th	14 14th (14) (66/1 -32%) Laughing Lord	66 66/1(-32%)	(14) Laughing Lord 66/1, Poor form at best. 33/1, tenth of 12 in handicap at this course (9f, good to firm) in July. Off 99 days. Modest form to date, no improvement on handicap debut at this track in July..

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

FAST FRED is unexposed over this trip and, having run creditably when third over C&D most recently, this lightly-raced four-year-old could be tough to beat if building on that effort. Prince Hector has been freshened up since a Wolverhampton disappointment and is feared most. Recorwoman has winning form over this trip and needs a betting check now turned out quickly after a third-placed finish, despite fluffing the start, at Nottingham on Thursday.

A chance is taken on George Scott handicap newcomer TWO B TANNED, with confidence in her chance increased should the betting vibes be strong. Fast Fred is another low-mileage sort and he's feared most after his good third over C&D earlier in the month. Woof is next on the list for champion apprentice Sean Dylan Bowen.

George Scott's TWO B TANNED is very likely to improve now handicapping over a trip that should suit on pedigree.

14:30 Redcar Handicap (Class 6) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:35 Galway Maiden 7f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	8 1st (8) (13/8 -30%) Dollerina	1.625 13/8(-30%)	(8) Dollerina 13/8, Fairly useful filly. Respectable third of 12 in maiden at Gowran (8f, soft, 4/5). Off 6 months but yard in good form and she really should be a big factor in a race like this. Handles soft ground well and if fit enough after her break can get the job done today.
2	12 2nd (12) (18/1 -50%) Storm Averted	18 18/1(-50%)	(12) Storm Averted 18/1, Lightly-raced filly. Eighth of 15 in maiden (8/1) at Gowran (9.4f, heavy) 7 days ago. Back down in trip. Player if back to previous form. Placed in maidens over 7f and 8f but beaten a long way over almost 1m2f last week.
3	9 3rd (9) (9/4 +44%) Ina Mina	2.25 9/4(+44%)	(9) Ina Mina 9/4, Fairly useful filly. Remains a maiden after 8 Flat runs. Below form third of 15 in maiden at Gowran (9.4f, heavy, 9/2) 7 days ago. Down in trip and one to take seriously. Stamina was probably stretched on testing ground at Gowran last week; drop in trip suit.
4	13 4th (13) (9/2 +36%) Whisper A Prayer	4.5 9/2(+36%)	(13) Whisper A Prayer 9/2, Creditable third of 9 in maiden (4/1) at Roscommon (7.5f, heavy) 69 days ago. Stabelmate Dollerina looks more likely. Beaten 5.25l at Roscommon over 7.5f last time, ground fine but needs to find more.
5th	11 5th (11) (66/1 +0%) Piatra Neamt	66 66/1(+0%)	(11) Piatra Neamt 66/1, €38,000 yearling, New Bay filly. Half-sister to 1¼m/11f winner Liseo and French 9.7f-1½m winner Marfisa. By a quality sire and made 38,000euros as a yearling; could go well.
6th	1 6th (1) (33/1 -267%) Camachero	33 33/1(-267%)	(1) Camachero 33/1, Lightly-raced gelding. Creditable fifth of 14 in maiden at Navan (5.8f, good to soft, 4/1) 19 days ago, having to pick way through. Back up in trip. Good runs over 6f; looks like this trip will suit and handles an ease in the ground.
7th	3 7th (3) (200/1 -300%) Khormor Syd	200 200/1(-300%)	(3) Khormor Syd 200/1, Alhebayeb gelding. Dam 7f winner. Yard has very few 2yo runners; best watched for future reference.
8th	2 8th (2) (150/1 -355%) Desert Of The Sea	150 150/1(-355%)	(2) Desert Of The Sea 150/1, 25/1, showed a bit amidst greenness when sixth of 12 in maiden at Naas (8f, good to soft) on debut 16 days ago. Open to progress. Beaten 19l on debut at Naas over a mile after racing keenly; best watched for now.
9th	4 9th (4) (16/1 +52%) Modern Talking	16 16/1(+52%)	(4) Modern Talking 16/1, €210,000 yearling, 4,500 gns 3-y-o, Lope De Vega gelding. Dam, German 7f winner, half-sister to smart 1m-1¼m winner Calif. Well-bred but cost only 4,500gns out of Godolphin as a 3yo in July; still check market.
10th	10 10th (10) (33/1 +0%) Lanzerac	33 33/1(+0%)	(10) Lanzerac 33/1, Last of 8 in maiden at Cork (6f, good to soft, 4/1) on debut. Off 160 days. Stable jockey is on a runner for another yard, so isn't high on the list today.
11th	5 11th (5) (15/2 +17%) Space Warrior	7.5 15/2(+17%)	(5) Space Warrior 15/2, Lightly-raced colt. Creditable fourth of 12 in maiden (20/1) at Killarney (8.1f, heavy) 21 days ago. Beaten 3l over a mile at Killarney last time on heavy ground; can be involved again.
12th	6 12th (6) (66/1 -371%) Woodlander	66 66/1(-371%)	(6) Woodlander 66/1, Fifth of 7 in maiden at Leopardstown (9f, heavy, 12/1) on debut 8 days ago. Down in trip. Beaten 11l on recent debut at Leopardstown over 1m1f; should have improved from that.
13th	7 13th (7) (150/1 +0%) Eagles Whistle	150 150/1(+0%)	(7) Eagles Whistle 150/1, Eleventh of 15 in maiden at Gowran (9.4f, heavy, 150/1) on debut 7 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Down in trip. Well beaten on debut over just short of 1m2f at Gowran a week ago; best watched for now.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

DOLLERINA was campaigned at a high level last year including when third in a Group 3 at Deauville last October and was far from disgraced on both maiden starts this spring. It's obviously a concern that the Territories filly has been absent for six months, but this looks a good opportunity to open her account. Ina Mina has a number of placed efforts to her name in maidens but was no match for the impressive Iseult Of Ireland at Gowran last week, while Camachero and Modern Talking are others to consider. The latter is by Lope De Vega out of a German Listed winner and the booking of Shane Foley catches the eye.

DOLLERINA failed to land the odds both starts in the spring but she's in excellent hands and is fancied to finally get it right on return to action. Ina Mina is the obvious danger, with Storm Averted a player if casting aside a lesser effort.

Though DOLLERINA(nap) didn't repeat the form of her Group race 2yo exploits in two starts this term, she can take this after time off.

14:35 Galway Maiden 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:40 Leicester Stakes (Class 4) 6f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (11/8 +0%) Belgrave	1.375 11/8(+0%)	(1) Belgrave 11/8, Six-figure purchase both times he's gone through the sales ring and took another step forward when second of 8 in novice at York (6f, soft) 17 days ago. Sets the standard. Probably ran into a good horse when second at York last time (6f, soft).
2	3 2nd (3) (11/10 +41%) One More	1.1 11/10(+41%)	(3) One More 11/10, No Nay Never colt built on a promising debut second at Kempton when filling the same position in a 7-runner novice at Newbury (7f, soft, 9/4) 37 days ago. May well do better again. Clear second on heavy at Newbury and the winner won Saturday's Group 3 there.
3	4 3rd (4) (16/1 -191%) Reporter	16 16/1(-191%)	(4) Reporter 16/1, Wootton Bassett colt still look in need of experience when third of 12 in novice at Kempton (6f) 54 days ago. Likely to improve, but this would require a sizeable step forward at this stage. Slowly away on debut and next race was won by the subsequent Middle Park third.
4	2 4th (2) (15/2 -15%) Lexington Rocket	7.5 15/2(-15%)	(2) Lexington Rocket 15/2, Ardad gelding. Lacked sharpness early but penny was seemingly beginning to drop when third of 7 in novice (66/1) at Yarmouth (6f, soft) on debut 13 days ago, Should progress. Beaten nearly 6l at Yarmouth (6f, soft) but he lost lengths at the start; should be wiser.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Runner-up at Newbury before occupying the same position at York, Belgrave sets the standard with an official rating of 81 and he looks set to go close once more. Ralph Beckett's colt may have to settle for silver again, though, as ONE MORE gets the vote. Too keen to quite see out 7f behind the subsequent Horris Hill winner at Newbury last month, a drop in trip could play to his strengths. Lexington Rocket shaped with considerable promise at Yarmouth after missing the break and he should know more this time around.

BELGRAVE has stepped forward with each run so far and sets a good standard after his recent York second, though all 3 in opposition do strike as likely improvers, with One More rating as the likeliest danger ahead of Lexington Rocket.

The suggestion is BELGRAVE who probably ran into a good one at York, though the same was definitely true of One More at Newbury.

14:40 Leicester Stakes (Class 4) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:45 Wexford Maiden Hurdle 16f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	5 1st (5) (15/8 +38%) One Big Boum	1.875 15/8(+38%)	(5) One Big Boum 15/8, Fair hurdler. 5/1, below form fourth of 14 in novice hurdle at Ballinrobe (18.2f, soft) 63 days ago. The one to beat. Fourth in decent 2m4f Killarney novice but hasn't progressed and jumping still an issue.
2	3 2nd (3) (11/4 -22%) Depalma	2.75 11/4(-22%)	(3) Depalma 11/4, Promising type. 12/1, fourth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Galway (19f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Open to improvement. Not beaten far at Kilbeggan two runs back; probably needed latest run in Galway handicap.
3	11 3rd (11) (11/4 -47%) Stoneyford Lady	2.75 11/4(-47%)	(11) Stoneyford Lady 11/4, Thrice-raced maiden under NH rules. 2/1, seventh of 14 in novice hurdle at Clonmel (16.2f, soft) 165 days ago, finding little. Enters calculations. Promising fourth of 25 in decent maiden at Naas in January; bombed out twice since.
4	10 4th (10) (14/1 +13%) Make Sunshine	14 14/1(+13%)	(10) Make Sunshine 14/1, Lightly-raced maiden under Rules. 150/1, first run since leaving A. McIntyre when ninth of 11 in maiden at Bellewstown (12.3f, soft) 26 days ago. Switches from Flat to hurdles. Fancied when pulled up only hurdles start; has shown ability in bumpers and on the Flat.
5th	6 5th (6) (33/1 +0%) The Dooner Citizen	33 33/1(+0%)	(6) The Dooner Citizen 33/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 50/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, respectable seventh of 15 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (24.7f, good) 25 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Well beaten in staying handicaps since returning from a summer break; makes no appeal.
6th	7 6th (7) (20/1 +0%) Buttoned Up	20 20/1(+0%)	(7) Buttoned Up 20/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Bellewstown (17.2f, good, 16/1) 61 days ago, behind when pulled up early final circuit. Readily passed over. Okay run in Tramore maiden in April but moderate efforts in handicaps lately.
7th	1 7th (1) (40/1 -21%) Callmedusty	40 40/1(-21%)	(1) Callmedusty 40/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 250/1, ninth of 15 in novice hurdle at Downpatrick (18.8f, good). Off 16 months ahead of this debut for new yard. Mark seems dubious but trainer has good record of improving horses from other yards..
8th	2 8th (2) (10/1 +17%) Coole Cottage	10 10/1(+17%)	(2) Coole Cottage 10/1, Thrice-raced maiden under Rules. Switches from bumpers to hurdles. Improvement needed. Listowel run over 2m6f two starts back wasn't bad in the context of this race.
9th	8 9th (8) (100/1 -100%) Joe Hannigan	100 100/1(-100%)	(8) Joe Hannigan 100/1, Lightly-raced maiden under Rules. Tenth of 16 in novice hurdle at Kilbeggan (19f, good to soft, 100/1) 52 days ago. Modest mare has been well beaten in first two completed starts over hurdles.
10th	4 10th (4) (33/1 0%) It's His Life	33 33/1(0%)	(4) It's His Life 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 66/1, fourth of 9 in novice hurdle at Galway (16.6f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Others preferred. Well held in two quick runs in good-ground maidens earlier this month.
9	9 \|PU\| (9) (25/1 -79%) Light Of Life	25 25/1(-79%)	(9) Light Of Life 25/1, Lightly-raced maiden under Rules. 50/1, eighth of 15 in novice hurdle at Listowel (16f, soft) 32 days ago. Missed two years after running well in Cork bumper; well held first two spins over hurdles.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

DEPALMA might be the answer in a weak race. Colm Murphy's charge has finished fourth on her last couple of races at Kilbeggan and Galway which reads well in the context of this race. She wasn't beaten overly far at Kilbeggan and faced a tough task at Ballybrit. Stoneyford Lady is the horse that could be the big improver. She is a well-bred filly who is half-sister to a Grade 1 Queen Mother Champion Chase winner. She disappointed on her last couple of runs and has been off since May, but is in good hands. One Big Boum has put together a sequence of fourth places and his mark of 107 sets the standard.

With the promise of better to come from DEPALMA, he may well find the necessary improvement to get the better of One Big Boum and Stoneyford Lady in this maiden. Colm Murphy's charge wasn't knocked about on his recent spin following a break at Galway and is entitled to come on for that.

Fitter for his fair run in a Galway handicap, DEPALMA (nap) can take this ordinary contest; One Big Boum has the rating to go close

14:45 Wexford Maiden Hurdle 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

14:55 Ayr Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	11 1st (11) (28/1 +15%) Celestial Fashion	28 28/1(+15%)	(11) Celestial Fashion 28/1, Opened her account in 17f conditionals handicap at Newcastle in March but well beaten next 2 starts and might need this on return with the trip looking on the stiff side. Battled well for deserved win in March but others in this field have more potential.
2	4 2nd (4) (17/2 -6%) Let's Go Joe	8.5 17/2(-6%)	(4) Let's Go Joe 17/2, Sedgefield maiden hurdle winner who has tumbled in the weights but looked in need of the run when well backed after 4 months off/breathing operation there 4 weeks ago, weakening between the last 2. Down another 2 lb and could show more here. Shaped well before weakening at Sedgefield recently, and that run might have done him good.
3	3 3rd (3) (14/1 -40%) Malangen	14 14/1(-40%)	(3) Malangen 14/1, Scored at Hexham in June and generally good efforts since, doing far too much too soon at Carlisle (17.2f, soft) 11 days ago. Looks vulnerable to improvers here. Built up big lead and was only headed at final flight at Carlisle recently; 2lb lower here.
4	8 4th (8) (4/1 +20%) Bridge Road	4 4/1(+20%)	(8) Bridge Road 4/1, Clearly on a very workable mark and good placed efforts the last twice for in-form yard, finding only a progressive one too strong dropped to 2m at Uttoxeter 10 days ago. One to consider. Has modest strike-rate but ran well in defeat at Uttoxeter ten days ago; a possible.
5th	2 5th (2) (5/4 +50%) Entity Of Substanz	1.25 5/4(+50%)	(2) Entity Of Substanz 5/4, Boasts an appealing pedigree and there's been plenty of promise over hurdles, catching the eye after 8 months off at Warwick. Back up in trip for handicap debut which will suit and likely to improve. Obvious type. Encouraging sixth in Warwick novice on seasonal debut; back up in trip for handicap debut.
6th	6 6th (6) (14/1 +30%) Be The Difference	14 14/1(+30%)	(6) Be The Difference 14/1, A fair hurdles winner in 2021, including over C&D, but lightly raced these days and not the same force, never dangerous after another 4 months off at Kelso recently. Dual course winner in 2021; yet to strike form since returning from mammoth absence.
7th	10 7th (10) (12/1 -20%) Star Vantage	12 12/1(-20%)	(10) Star Vantage 12/1, Maiden and last season was a write-off but he's probably not badly handicapped returning for new yard who find improvement in plenty. 0-10 over hurdles, having fallen on three of last five starts; now with new stable.
1	1 \|F\| (1) (66/1 -560%) Love That	66 66/1(-560%)	(1) Love That 66/1, Point winner who has shown plenty on her 2 completed starts over hurdles. Could have more to offer now handicapping back from 5 months off. Displayed significant ability in three novice/maiden hurdles; can improve in handicaps.
9	9 \|PU\| (9) (12/1 +25%) March Wind	12 12/1(+25%)	(9) March Wind 12/1, Best of those ridden close to the pace when fifth on handicap debut at Perth back in May. Returns with yard among the winners and leaves the impression she's got bigger performances in her. Just a respectable fifth on handicap debut in May but remains unexposed.
5	5 \|PU\| (5) (14/1 +50%) Beat The Retreat	14 14/1(+50%)	(5) Beat The Retreat 14/1, Novice handicap hurdle winner here last Christmas but lost his way as the season ended and might need this. Course winner last December but had very mixed record afterwards; back from a break today.
7	7 \|PU\| (7) (18/1 -100%) Ballyquin Bay	18 18/1(-100%)	(7) Ballyquin Bay 18/1, Fair maiden hurdler for Gordon Elliott and not disgraced in handicaps for new yard when last seen. Down another 5 lb which will help. One to note with small stable among the winners. Placed off 6lb higher last December but this 15-race maiden has been absent since March.
13	13 \|PU\| (13) (40/1 -233%) Flying Sandpiper	40 40/1(-233%)	(13) Flying Sandpiper 40/1, Well beaten in bumpers/over hurdles. Work to do on handicap debut. Showed no significant promise at huge prices in three novice/maiden hurdles.
12	12 \|PU\| (12) (100/1 -52%) Robiola	100 100/1(-52%)	(12) Robiola 100/1, Little promise over hurdles for current yard. Has struggled this season, most recently when 50-1 for handicap debut at Cartmel in July.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Bridge Road has been edging closer to the winner's enclosure, although his strike-rate is moderate and a 1lb rise for his Uttoxeter second does him no favours. Love That and March Wind ran respectably on the same Perth card back in May, while Celestial Fashion's best form puts her in with a shout, but a chance is taken on ENTITY OF SUBSTANZ. Dan Skelton's five-year-old is related to some smart performers and an initial mark of 96 is there to be exploited.

There could be plenty more to come from ENTITY OF SUBSTANZ now he goes handicapping and he makes the most appeal. Bridge Road has been running well from his reduced mark and has to be respected, while Ballyquin Bay could find a race near to hand.

The pick is ENTITY OF SUBSTANZ, who did not live up to his pedigree in his qualifying races but can improve in handicaps.

14:55 Ayr Handicap Hurdle (Class 5) 20f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:05 Redcar Stakes (Class 5) 10f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (16/1 +0%) Tazima	16 16/1(+0%)	(7) Tazima 16/1, 25/1, bred more for stamina than speed and shaped in kind when seventh of 12 in novice at Kempton (8f) on debut 2 weeks ago, late headway. Up in trip. Smartly bred but he was a weak 25-1 chance at Kempton and never figured.
2	6 2nd (6) (8/13 +32%) No Retreat	0.615385 8/13(+32%)	(6) No Retreat 8/13, 5/6, should have won 6 months on from his debut when second of 9 in maiden at Windsor (10f, good to firm) 10 weeks ago, his rider easing off after becoming unbalanced approaching the line. Can make amends here and remains a promising sort. Beaten at odds-on in both races but should have won the latest at Windsor.
3	9 3rd (9) (11/4 +39%) Lasting Love	2.75 11/4(+39%)	(9) Lasting Love 11/4, Not really progressing, respectable second of 7 in novice (2/1) at Epsom (10.1f, soft) 29 days ago. Each-way claims in this weaker contest. This less taxing surface might help her and her form claims are much respected.
4	1 4th (1) (9/1 -13%) Sir Edward Lear	9 9/1(-13%)	(1) Sir Edward Lear 9/1, Mukhadram gelding who made the perfect start to career when winning 5-runner maiden at Ripon (9.8f, good to firm) on debut 9 weeks ago, leading under 1f out and just nudged out. Carries a penalty but he's open to improvement. Winning debut at Ripon; likely to need more here if he's to defy a penalty.
5th	4 5th (4) (40/1 -233%) Didaar	40 40/1(-233%)	(4) Didaar 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden who is proving inconsistent. 66/1, last of 10 in handicap at Newbury (10f, good to soft) 38 days ago, dropping away from 3f out. Visor on 1st time. Has beaten just one rival in two handicaps and doesn't look progressive.
6th	5 6th (5) (15/2 -36%) Java Raja	7.5 15/2(-36%)	(5) Java Raja 15/2, 125,000 gns yearling, Galileo colt. Brother to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 8.3f winner Ontario and 1m winner Ivy League, both useful. Dam, maiden (stayed 1m but best effort at 5f), half-sister to smart winner up to 11f Tha'ir. One to consider for powerful connections. 125,000gns yearling; brother to Ontario (Group-placed 1m 2yo; RPR 109); interesting.
7th	8 7th (8) (125/1 -89%) Haafapenny	125 125/1(-89%)	(8) Haafapenny 125/1, Muhaarar filly. Half-sister to untrustworthy 2-y-o 6f winner Netley Marsh and smart winner up to 1½m Haafaguinea. Dam, 2m winner, half-sister to useful dam of Oaks winner Sariska. Likely outsider on debut. Half-sister to winners Haafaguinea (6f-1m4f; RPR 112) and Netley Marsh (6f 2yo; 70).
8th	2 8th (2) (125/1 -150%) Dark Agent	125 125/1(-150%)	(2) Dark Agent 125/1, €100,300 2-y-o, Dark Angel gelding. Brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Deidra. Dam unraced half-sister to high-class 5.7f-7f winner Lethal Force (by Dark Angel). Cost £85,000 as a 2yo but this is a very belated debut at the age of six.
9th	3 9th (3) (66/1 -164%) Breakwater	66 66/1(-164%)	(3) Breakwater 66/1, Showed plenty of ability when fourth of 14 in maiden (40/1) at Kempton (8f) on debut 11 months ago, not ideally placed. Up in trip. Should improve. Nice debut at Kempton last November but his second run has been a long time coming.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

NO RETREAT, who cost 1.2m euros at the Arqana breeze-up in May of last year, should be hard to beat if he has learned enough from a controversial effort when pipped at the post at Windsor. Greenness cost him that day but a more focused display could see him get off the mark at the third time of asking. Lasting Love has ability but is vulnerable to more progressive types, so perhaps well-bred newcomer Java Raja can give the selection the most to think about.

NO RETREAT would've opened his account but for jinking left on the line at Windsor 10 weeks ago (rider eased off) so he's strongly fancied to make amends here at the likely expense of Lasting Love, who is no longer progressing but has plenty of experience on her side. Java Raja looks a newcomer to note on paper, so he completes the shortlist.

Roger Varian's NO RETREAT has performed to a useful level despite looking a work in progress and he can get off the mark here.

15:05 Redcar Stakes (Class 5) 10f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:10 Galway Handicap 7f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	4 1st (4) (8/1 +64%) Rhythm King	8 8/1(+64%)	(4) Rhythm King 8/1, 50/1, nineteenth of 20 in handicap at the Curragh (7f, soft). Off 175 days and has a lot to prove. Out of form since Gowran win last year, likes heavy but hard to fancy on recent form.
2	9 2nd (9) (7/2 +30%) Racing Royalty	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(9) Racing Royalty 7/2, Creditable 3¼ lengths third of 24 to Genuine Jim in handicap (11/2) at the Curragh (7f, soft) 6 days ago. Not taken lightly nudged up just 1 lb. Well-backed on latest and ran a good race, handles heavy but drawn wide, each-way chance.
3	3 3rd (3) (7/1 +7%) Lady Arwen	7 7/1(+7%)	(3) Lady Arwen 7/1, 5/1, creditable fourth of 16 in handicap at Gowran (8.3f, heavy) 7 days ago. Well weighted these days. Fine effort last week at Gowran, ran well here in August, has never won on heavy ground.
4	8 4th (8) (15/2 -25%) Kinda Tiny	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(8) Kinda Tiny 15/2, Won this race a year ago and also successful at Gowran in September. 13/2, creditable sixth of 25 in handicap at the Curragh (8f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Last year's winner, 12lb higher now, a career best will be required from a wide draw.
5th	11 5th (11) (12/1 -20%) Royal Pippen	12 12/1(-20%)	(11) Royal Pippen 12/1, Twenty runs since last win in 2021. Below form 8 lengths seventh of 24 to Genuine Jim in handicap at the Curragh (7f, soft, 8/1) 6 days ago, never nearer. Hinting at a return to form, has run well here off much higher marks, worth a market check.
6th	2 6th (2) (7/1 +7%) Goldrush Kid	7 7/1(+7%)	(2) Goldrush Kid 7/1, 4/1, good second of 15 in handicap at Gowran (8.3f, heavy) 7 days ago, well positioned. Likely to be in the mix again. Has improved in cheekpieces, same mark as when second at Gowran last week, shortlisted.
7th	13 7th (13) (14/1 -75%) Madame Plaintiff	14 14/1(-75%)	(13) Madame Plaintiff 14/1, 6/1, good third of 15 in handicap at Gowran (8.3f, heavy) 7 days ago. Can remain competitive. 4lb lower than when winning in April, best run since on latest, decent draw, go well again.
8th	7 8th (7) (20/1 +50%) Lust	20 20/1(+50%)	(7) Lust 20/1, Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 12/1 and blinkered for 1st time, eighth of 11 in handicap at Naas (10.4f, good to soft) 15 days ago, doing too much too soon. Significantly back down in trip. Listed winner has lost his form, 0-9 for current yard, mark falling but hard to fancy.
9th	15 9th (15) (11/1 -47%) Pimstrel	11 11/1(-47%)	(15) Pimstrel 11/1, C&D winner. 2 wins from 5 runs this year. Career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Leopardstown (7.1f, heavy, 5/1) 8 days ago, despite being slowly away. Further 7 lb rise asks for even more in hat-trick bid. C&D winner on a hat-trick, wide draw, never won off a mark this high but can't dismiss.
10th	1 10th (1) (25/1 -56%) Shawaamekh	25 25/1(-56%)	(1) Shawaamekh 25/1, Twenty one runs since last win in 2022. Twelfth of 17 in handicap at the Curragh (6f, good to soft, 25/1) 23 days ago. Has good chance on pick of form eased in class. Veteran, runner up over C&D on heavy off 4lb higher in August 2023, could go well.
11th	16 11th (16) (14/1 +22%) Pink Oxalis	14 14/1(+22%)	(16) Pink Oxalis 14/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 22/1, below form seventeenth of 27 in handicap at the Curragh (7f, good to soft) 11 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Promise in maidens and on handicap debut, poor on latest, wide draw, others more likely.
12th	5 12th (5) (28/1 -27%) Sinbad My Dad	28 28/1(-27%)	(5) Sinbad My Dad 28/1, 16/1, below form sixth of 11 in handicap at Naas (10.4f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Cheekpieces back on. Looks competitive on form. Is 0-11 on turf, sole place over 1m2f on good, this trip may not suit, others more likely.
13th	12 13th (12) (12/1 +14%) Charlie Brow'n	12 12/1(+14%)	(12) Charlie Brow'n 12/1, Fourth of 16 in handicap at Listowel (8f, good to soft, 40/1) 35 days ago, nearest finish. Drop back in trip therefore far from certain to suit. 0-6, best turf run on latest at Listowel on good ground, place chance if handles heavy.
14th	14 14th (14) (22/1 +56%) Mogwli	22 22/1(+56%)	(14) Mogwli 22/1, Latest win at Bellewstown in October. 50/1, below form 9½ lengths tenth of 24 to Genuine Jim in handicap at the Curragh (7f, soft) 6 days ago. Usual visor back on. Six-time winner, hard to predict, poor runs the last twice, needs to bounce back; visored.
15th	10 15th (10) (150/1 -20%) Takeachancejimmy	150 150/1(-20%)	(10) Takeachancejimmy 150/1, Last of 15 in handicap (80/1) at Gowran (8f, good to soft) 55 days ago. No win since July 2022, well-handicapped but out of form, very testing ground a worry.
16th	6 16th (6) (12/1 +14%) Little Keilee	12 12/1(+14%)	(6) Little Keilee 12/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 8/1, shaped better than the result against the far rail when eighth of 27 in handicap at the Curragh (7f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Went close on penultimate at Roscommon, has form here, fourth in this last year, claims.

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RACING ROYALTY won twice over this trip on soft ground last autumn and after dropping down in the ratings this year, indicated another win could be imminent when shaping well in two recent outings at the Curragh including when third to Genuine Jim (third reserve here) in a 24-runner event with Royal Pippen and Mogwli both behind. There isn't much to choose between Goldrush Kid and Madame Plaintiff on their running behind Thrifty Of Digby at Gowran last Monday, while Charlie Brow'n showed promise at Listowel last month and the booking of Colin Keane looks significant. Lady Arwen, Little Keilee and Pimstrel are others for the shortlist.

Any number to consider, but KINDA TINY won this race a year ago and while she's a lot higher in the weights this time, she may well be up to the task. Racing Royalty, Pimstrel and Goldrush Kid all demand respect.

Preference is for LITTLE KEILEE who finished fourth behind Kinda Tiny in this in 2023 and is much better off at the weights now.

15:10 Galway Handicap 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:15 Leicester Claimer (Class 5) 7f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (6/1 +45%) Nights Over Egypt	6 6/1(+45%)	(4) Nights Over Egypt 6/1, Fair gelding. Latest win at Wolverhampton in September. Tenth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 7/1) 28 days ago. Others preferred. Dual winner; these terms are tough but he goes on heavy ground.
2	2 2nd (2) (7/4 +71%) Blufferonthebus	1.75 7/4(+71%)	(2) Blufferonthebus 7/4, Fair filly. 3 wins from 15 runs this year. Latest win at Beverley in July. 12/1, creditable 7½ lengths second of 9 to Alzahir in seller at this C&D (heavy) 13 days ago. Frame claims but looks to have work cut out against that rival once again. Better off at the weights with Alzahir than when chasing him home in a seller recently.
3	7 3rd (7) (2/1 +90%) Liberty Mountain	2 2/1(+90%)	(7) Liberty Mountain 2/1, Fair filly. 18/1, seemed unsuited by conditions when below form 11¾ lengths fifth of 9 to Alzahir in seller at this C&D (heavy) 13 days ago. More required. Has soft-ground form but was well behind the top two in a seller here two weeks ago.
4	3 4th (3) (125/1 -89%) Darkest Intention	125 125/1(-89%)	(3) Darkest Intention 125/1, Twice-raced maiden. 100/1, sixth of 7 in novice at this C&D (heavy) 13 days ago. Very hard to fancy. Finished last on the AW and nearly last in a C&D novice on heavy 13 days ago.
5th	6 5th (6) (80/1 +20%) El Montejean	80 80/1(+20%)	(6) El Montejean 80/1, 100/1, last of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f) 11 days ago. Completely out of sorts this year. Brings no form credentials on what he's been showing of late.
6th	5 6th (5) (10/3 +58%) Beau Gars	3.333333 10/3(+58%)	(5) Beau Gars 10/3, Fair gelding. Winner at Ffos Las in August but hasn't beaten a rival either outing since, so bit to prove now in claiming company. Poor since his win on heavy in August but chance if returning to that level.

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ALZAHIR trounced Blufferonthebus (second) in a seller over C&D recently and although 12lb worse off with that rival, it is difficult to see the form being reversed. The latter, admittedly, looks the most likely to serve it up to the selection. That said, Beau Gars shares an identical rating and might provide some additional resistance in receipt of a further 3lb.

ALZAHIR had a couple of these behind when winning a C&D seller earlier in the month and he's an obvious pick to successfully concede weight all round. Blufferonthebus can chase the selection home again, with Liberty Mountain a modest pick for third.

As the best horse in the race and now proven in the mud, it's difficult to get away from recent course winner ALZAHIR.

15:15 Leicester Claimer (Class 5) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:20 Wexford Conditions Chase 23f - 3 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	4 1st (4) (8/13 +73%) Heart Wood	0.615385 8/13(+73%)	(4) Heart Wood 8/13, Smart chaser. 5/1, creditable 5¼ lengths third of 6 to Inothewayurthinkin in Mildmay Novices' Chase at Aintree (25f, soft). Off 6 months. Expected to be bang there. Likely still more to offer; trip should suit but ideally wants softer ground.
2	1 2nd (1) (4/1 -113%) Corbetts Cross	4 4/1(-113%)	(1) Corbetts Cross 4/1, High-class chaser who landed National Hunt Chase at Cheltenham Festival in March before a fine third of 7 to Gerri Colombe in Bowl Chase at Aintree (25f, soft). Big shout on his return. High-class novice last season could develop into Gold Cup contender; good starting point.
3	3 3rd (3) (11/4 -38%) Buddy One	2.75 11/4(-38%)	(3) Buddy One 11/4, Smart hurdler who landed the odds in 3-runner minor chase at Galway (22.5f, good to soft) on debut over fences 20 days ago. Much more is needed here however. Smart staying hurdler beat little on recent chase debut; much more on his plate here.

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CORBETTS CROSS is a talented stayer who showed that he belonged at the highest level last season. It is hard to forget how he routed the field by 17 lengths in the Grade 2 National Hunt Chase at the Cheltenham Festival. He then signed off with a creditable third in a Grade 1 at Aintree. Heart Wood is another horse coming off a big campaign and he is certainly weighted to make a race of it with Corbetts Cross. Favori De Champdou has a bit to find but was last seen winning a Grade 3 at Limerick in April, while Buddy One is race fit after a decisive victory on chasing debut at Galway.

CORBETTS CROSS made up into a high-class chaser last term and can return in style here before tackling much stronger company once more. Henry de Bromhead's Heart Wood has the form to have a say and rates the chief threat ahead of Buddy One and Favori de Champdou.

A possible match, with CORBETTS CROSS taken to concede weight to Heart Wood.

15:20 Wexford Conditions Chase 23f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:28 Ayr Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (10/11 +44%) Home Free	0.909091 10/11(+44%)	(2) Home Free 10/11, Scored over hurdles in 2m heavy-ground novice at Lingfield in March and made an encouraging start over fences when second at Hexham in May. Went one better on returning from 5 months off (had wind op and tongue tied) at Uttoxeter recently and appeals as one who can rack up a sequence. Won cosily by a neck at Uttoxeter this month and remains unexposed over fences.
2	4 2nd (4) (10/1 +9%) Thistle Ask	10 10/1(+9%)	(4) Thistle Ask 10/1, Showed improved form when winning 9-runner novice hurdle at this course (16f, good) back in March 2023, making no mistake with any potential threats barely raising a gallop. Makes return/chase debut and watching brief advised unless the betting suggests otherwise (has had a wind op). Wide-margin maiden hurdle winner here in March 2023; makes chase debut after long absence.
3	6 3rd (6) (11/2 -10%) Travail D'orfevre	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(6) Travail D'orfevre 11/2, Made a winning return at Carlisle (15.9f, soft) last October and proved most consistent thereafter, runner-up all bare one starts last season, including when last seen at Perth (20.1f, soft) 6 months ago. Every chance he'll be in the mix given his record fresh. Very consistent last season (including over C&D) and ought to be on the premises again.
4	5 4th (5) (7/1 -100%) Rattling Road	7 7/1(-100%)	(5) Rattling Road 7/1, Won an Irish point in April 2022. Progressed on his first 3 outings over hurdles earlier this year but proved somewhat disappointing, especially as the longer trip was expected to suit when well held at Perth (20.2f, soft) 6 months ago. Makes chase/handicap debut (has had a wind op). Placed in 15-runner novice hurdle last season and open to improvement in handicap chases.
5th	1 5th (1) (6/1 +14%) Carcaci Castle	6 6/1(+14%)	(1) Carcaci Castle 6/1, Bounced back to his best reverted to fences when winning a 6-runner handicap at Hexham in June and shaped as if still in good form bidding to follow up when third at Cartmel (17.3f, soft) the following month, just not quite seeing things out back up in trip. Can feature on return. Still on workable mark after Hexham win in June and versatile ground-wise; shortlisted.
6th	7 6th (7) (40/1 -21%) Ardera Cross	40 40/1(-21%)	(7) Ardera Cross 40/1, Veteran who added a ninth course success to his tally over C&D in January. Similar form on 2 of his 4 starts since and ran no sort of race from 9 lb out of the handicap away from his beloved Ayr at Carlisle (15.9f, heavy) when last seen 6 months ago. Best watched. Very unreliable nowadays but this nine-time course winner returns on a workable mark.
7th	3 7th (3) (40/1 -300%) Captain Ivan	40 40/1(-300%)	(3) Captain Ivan 40/1, Has won 3 of his last 5 starts, following up his Southwell success with another victory at Perth (16f, good) back in June 2023. Ran respectably but looked too high in the weights when third at Worcester the following month and has switched yards ahead of his return. Dual chase winner in early part of last season but makes stable debut after long absence.

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A winner at Uttoxeter on his seasonal return recently, there should be more to come from HOME FREE and Dan Skelton's gelding is taken to defy a 4lb rise in the handicap en route to further success. An ease in grade will do no harm to the chances of Carcaci Castle, who looks the main danger, while Travail D'Orfevre, an admirably consistent type over fences, could have a say too.

HOME FREE opened his chase account a shade cosily at Uttoxeter earlier this month and, appealing as one who can rack up a sequence, Dan Skelton's 6-y-o is fancied to go in again at the expense of the ultra-consistent Travail d'Orfevre, who won on reappearance last season and hit the crossbar on 5 of his 6 subsequent starts. Carcaci Castle can edge out stable-switcher Captain Ivan for third.

There is more to come from lightly raced 6yo HOME FREE, who was always doing enough to hold on at Uttoxeter three weeks ago.

15:28 Ayr Handicap Chase (Class 4) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:35 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 16f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (11/2 +61%) Little Peter	5.5 11/2(+61%)	(2) Little Peter 11/2, Lightly-raced maiden on Flat and only seventh of 11 in handicap at Pontefract (17.1f, good to firm, 12/1) 39 days ago. A fair winner at 16f in bumpers but he has work to do. Bumper winner; has failed to show progress on Flat; dropped another 3lb.
2	3 2nd (3) (9/1 +18%) Weddell Sea	9 9/1(+18%)	(3) Weddell Sea 9/1, Still a maiden on the Flat but in good form until only fifth of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (18f, heavy, 11/1) 21 days ago. Sort to bounce back. Has some encouraging form, including over C&D, for current yard; could go well.
3	7 3rd (7) (7/1 -110%) Unique Spirit	7 7/1(-110%)	(7) Unique Spirit 7/1, Got off the mark over C&D in October and backed it up with a very good second of 6 in handicap here 10 days ago. Player nudged up 1 lb. Has form figures of 3212 (all at Newcastle) since wearing visor and upped to 2m; respected.
4	8 4th (8) (15/2 -25%) Flying Scotsman	7.5 15/2(-25%)	(8) Flying Scotsman 15/2, It's now 11 runs since his last win in 2022 but he posted a respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at this course (12.4f) 13 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Not taken lightly off an easing mark. Ran with some promise here last time and the form is working out well; interesting.
5th	1 5th (1) (6/1 +14%) Bulldog Spirit	6 6/1(+14%)	(1) Bulldog Spirit 6/1, Course winner. Latest win at Haydock in August. Good second of 4 in seller (6/4) at Musselburgh (12.5f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Needs considering. Latest effort tempers enthusiasm and he has never won beyond 1m6f.
6th	9 6th (9) (6/1 -33%) Catalan King	6 6/1(-33%)	(9) Catalan King 6/1, Lightly-raced maiden who failed to build on earlier promise in first-time blinkers when fifth of 6 in handicap at this C&D 10 days ago. Well worth another chance. Close second at Ayr on handicap debut; less effective switched to front-running last time.
7th	6 7th (6) (10/3 +56%) Zephlyn	3.333333 10/3(+56%)	(6) Zephlyn 10/3, C&D winner who comes here on the back of a good sixth of 10 in novice hurdle at Carlisle (17.2f, soft) on NH debut 11 days ago. Enters calculations. Has form figures of 231221 in 2m events on AW, including here; solid chance.
8th	4 8th (4) (15/2 -7%) Star Legend	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(4) Star Legend 15/2, Arrives below par, visored for 1st time when fourth of 6 in handicap at Yarmouth (14.1f, good to firm) 90 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Others more persuasive. Seeking first Flat win but is favourably treated on best form; returns from break.
9th	5 9th (5) (125/1 -150%) Sound Pressure	125 125/1(-150%)	(5) Sound Pressure 125/1, Yet to fire this term, sixth of 8 in handicap at this course (12.4f) 10 days ago, slowly away. Significantly up in trip. Others are much preferred. Not solid on 2024 form but showed a glimmer of promise here last time.

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WEDDELL SEA is unexposed on the all-weather and, having registered a solid second when tried over this C&D last month, there could be plenty more to come from the six-year-old. Similar comments apply to Bulldog Spirit, who reverts to Tapeta after a surprise defeat in a seller at Musselburgh a fortnight ago. This longer trip should see him in a better light. Previous C&D winner Unique Spirit completes the shortlist.

A few with chances but David O'Meara's UNIQUE SPIRIT comes here at the top of his game and is taken to quickly resume winning ways on the back of an excellent C&D second. Fellow C&D scorer Zephlyn is feared most returned to this sphere, with Flying Scotsman and Catalan King also well in the mix.

Attractively treated FLYING SCOTSMAN is taken to record a first win since joining Ben Haslam. Unique Spirit is second choice.

15:35 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:40 Redcar Handicap (Class 3) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (4/7 +71%) Thunder Roar	0.571429 4/7(+71%)	(2) Thunder Roar 4/7, Clearly still in top form, finding only one too good for a second start in a row in 17-runner handicap (3/1) at Doncaster (7f, soft) 2 days ago, running on. Looks up to winning from this sort of mark but this is a quick turnaround. Suited by soft; some good efforts in defeat at 1m/7f, including at Doncaster on Saturday.
2	8 2nd (8) (18/1 +10%) Poet's Dawn	18 18/1(+10%)	(8) Poet's Dawn 18/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Carlisle in August. Found run of good form coming to a halt when ninth of 14 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, soft, 16/1) 3 days ago. Back down in trip. C&D winner last September; first success since in August; not so good in the meantime.
3	7 3rd (7) (40/1 -100%) Red Maids	40 40/1(-100%)	(7) Red Maids 40/1, Unreliable sort. Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. Followed a good run with a below-par one when seventh of 11 in handicap (12/1) at Southwell (7.1f) 23 days ago. Plenty to prove for now. Both wins at 7f on good; not persevered with at 1m after just one attempt, in June 2023.
4	6 4th (6) (13/2 -8%) Titian	6.5 13/2(-8%)	(6) Titian 13/2, Latest win at Ripon in May. Didn't see his race out 6 weeks on when ninth of 15 in handicap (18/1) at York (10.2f, good to soft) in July. Each-way claims after a break and dropped back in trip. Latest win over 1m2f in May; very effective at 1m and has C&D form; weighted to go well.
5th	4 5th (4) (4/1 +11%) Debora's Dream	4 4/1(+11%)	(4) Debora's Dream 4/1, 2 wins from 4 runs this year. 11/4, ran creditably upped in grade on hat-trick bid when third of 10 in handicap at Ripon (8f, good to firm) 9 weeks ago. First run for yard after leaving Roger Varian (80,000 gns). Best form at about 1m on good or quicker for R Varian; sold 80,000gns since; interesting.
6th	3 6th (3) (7/1 -27%) Revich	7 7/1(-27%)	(3) Revich 7/1, Took a step back in the right direction after a string of down-the-field efforts when sixth of 14 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good to firm, 25/1) 37 days ago. Dropped another 2 lb so he's very much one to consider. Mostly well held in 2024 but there have been glimmers of a revival; not discounted.
7th	5 7th (5) (11/1 +0%) Benacre	11 11/1(+0%)	(5) Benacre 11/1, Seventeen runs since last win in 2022. Below form fifth of 9 in handicap (15/2) at Hamilton (9.2f, good to soft) 4 weeks ago. Seems to be in a lull for now. Handicapper has given him a chance but losing run goes back 2 years; out of sorts of late.
8th	1 8th (1) (66/1 -313%) Magical Morning	66 66/1(-313%)	(1) Magical Morning 66/1, Blinkered for 1st time, ran respectably following a breathing operation when sixth of 12 in handicap at Sandown (8f, good to firm, 18/1), doing too much too soon. Off 16 months. Tough to assess on return. Well handicapped on best 1m form but up and down in 2023 and has an absence to overcome.

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DEBORA'S DREAM enjoyed an excellent summer, winning at Nottingham and Sandown, and has left Roger Varian since being snapped up for 80,000gns following a solid Ripon third. She can make an immediate return on the investment, with drying ground very much in her favour. In contrast, Titian would prefer more rain but is still capable of throwing down a challenge, while Revich showed more signs of life at Ayr.

Thunder Roar is clearly thriving at present but having been seen just a couple of days ago, this could be best left to REVICH, who took a step back in the right direction at Ayr last month and has been dropped another 2 lb. Stable-switcher Debora's Dream and Titian are another couple fancied to be in the mix, in what looks a trappy feature contest.

Revich retains ability but THUNDER ROAR (nap) lost nothing in defeat on Saturday and any further rain will be welcomed

15:40 Redcar Handicap (Class 3) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:45 Galway Handicap 12f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	15 1st (15) (11/1 +0%) Fairy Wings	11 11/1(+0%)	(15) Fairy Wings 11/1, Career best when winning 13-runner handicap (12/1) at Gowran (11.8f, heavy) 7 days ago, running on. Visor back on and while she's up 8 lb, she isn't exposed. Won at Gowran last week, 10lb higher mark now, go well if run doesn't come too soon.
2	6 2nd (6) (4/1 +0%) Jabbar	4 4/1(+0%)	(6) Jabbar 4/1, Five wins from 17 Flat runs. 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Excellent third of 20 in handicap at Naas (16.1f, good to soft, 15/2) 15 days ago, never nearer. Back down in trip. Shortlist material given form he's in under both codes. In form, fine effort in hot 2m handicap latest, heavy an unknown, go well if handles it.
3	4 3rd (4) (4/1 +43%) Soul Of Spain	4 4/1(+43%)	(4) Soul Of Spain 4/1, Career best when winning 7-runner maiden at Thurles (16.4f, good, 2/1) 18 days ago, soon clear. Back down in trip. Stable in good form but revised mark asks a different question. Won a good ground 16.5f maiden latest, up 8lb, beaten off 10lb lower in last handicap.
4	3 4th (3) (18/1 -125%) Clear Quartz	18 18/1(-125%)	(3) Clear Quartz 18/1, 2 wins from 5 runs this year. Career best when winning 12-runner minor event (7/2) at this course (8.4f, good) 48 days ago, slowly away. Significantly up in trip. Won here three times over shorter including a rated race latest, up 7lb, stamina concern.
5th	14 5th (14) (9/1 +55%) Diyaba	9 9/1(+55%)	(14) Diyaba 9/1, Bit below form seventh of 14 in handicap at Bellewstown (12.3f, soft, 13/2) 26 days ago. Good run over C&D on stable bow in August, handles heavy, could go well if ridden quietly.
6th	13 6th (13) (13/2 +46%) Alfalfa	6.5 13/2(+46%)	(13) Alfalfa 13/2, One win from 21 Flat runs. Creditable sixth of 20 in handicap (7/2) at the Curragh (10f, soft) 6 days ago, nearest finish. Good efforts over shorter the last twice, up in trip, handles testing ground, can go well.
7th	12 7th (12) (11/1 +50%) Narlita	11 11/1(+50%)	(12) Narlita 11/1, Eleventh of 15 in handicap (11/2) at the Curragh (12f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Weak-finishing efforts becoming a concern. Second in this last year, same mark now, poor the last twice but could revive, chance.
8th	9 8th (9) (25/1 -194%) Pachmena	25 25/1(-194%)	(9) Pachmena 25/1, 12/1, won 19-runner handicap at the Curragh (14f, good to soft) 11 days ago. This is a deeper race and drop in trip isn't sure to suit. Won last time out at the Curragh, up 6lb, never won off this high, others better treated.
9th	2 9th (2) (40/1 -150%) No Niki No	40 40/1(-150%)	(2) No Niki No 40/1, Latest win at Sligo in August. 18¾ lengths fourteenth of 16 to Caught U Looking in listed race at Naas (12f, good to soft, 80/1) 15 days ago. Others more persuasive for all this a more realistic assignment. Is 7-32, won at Sligo in August, never won off a mark this high and ground a worry.
10th	8 10th (8) (18/1 +18%) Morse	18 18/1(+18%)	(8) Morse 18/1, Ninth of 11 in handicap (15/2) at Leopardstown (12f, heavy) 8 days ago. That was disappointing on the back of an excellent runner-up effort. Won on heavy at Leopardstown in April, will like the ground, needs more off current mark.
11th	10 11th (10) (33/1 -18%) Edge Of Darkness	33 33/1(-18%)	(10) Edge Of Darkness 33/1, 5/1, first run since leaving Denis Hogan when bit below form tenth of 17 in novice hurdle at Listowel (16f, soft) 30 days ago. Given a chance by the assessor back on the level. Dual-purpose, beaten 15l in a maiden hurdle on stable debut, needs more to win this.
12th	16 12th (16) (33/1 +0%) Rain	33 33/1(+0%)	(16) Rain 33/1, Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. Respectable 8¾ lengths eleventh of 19 to Pachmena in handicap at the Curragh (14f, good to soft, 22/1) 11 days ago, not clear run. Others more persuasive. No win since October 2022, no impact in last two runs, trip a worry, others preferred.
13th	1 13th (1) (18/1 -140%) Dutch Gold	18 18/1(-140%)	(1) Dutch Gold 18/1, Third of 17 in juvenile hurdle at Cork (17.3f, good, 10/1) 170 days ago. Off 170 days. Useful on the Flat and Colin Keane is back in the saddle. Won off 6lb lower a year ago, not seen since maiden hurdle third in May, best watched.
14th	5 14th (5) (10/1 +38%) Oriole	10 10/1(+38%)	(5) Oriole 10/1, Latest win over C&D in August. Eighth of 11 in handicap at Leopardstown (12f, heavy, 17/2) 8 days ago and needs to leave that effort well behind. C&D winner off 6lb lower, no impact off revised mark last twice, testing ground a worry.
15th	11 15th (11) (16/1 +52%) Pearl Of Australia	16 16/1(+52%)	(11) Pearl Of Australia 16/1, 16/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, thirteenth of 15 in handicap at Leopardstown (9f, good) 67 days ago, not ideally placed. Significantly back up in trip. Ran okay over C&D in August, poor on latest, tongue tie left off, testing ground a worry.
16th	7 16th (7) (14/1 +0%) Ob La Di	14 14/1(+0%)	(7) Ob La Di 14/1, Lightly-raced winner. 28/1, 14 lengths eleventh of 15 to Beechwood in listed race at this course (12f, good) 48 days ago. Handicaps more suitable and he's in good hands but opening mark does look high. Off the mark at Bellewstown, struggled in a C&D Listed latest, big ask on handicap debut.

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ALFALFA won over this trip at Thurles last autumn but missed most of this season before again showing promise recently on soft ground. The selection was beaten less than a length behind Bear Profit at Naas and will appreciate this step up in trip after again finishing well over 1m2f at the Curragh last week. Jabbar is an obvious threat having added to two Flat wins this year by taking a maiden hurdle at this venue before a highly creditable third to Comfort Zone in a valuable Flat handicap at Naas last time. Clear Quartz recorded a third course win last month but is unproven at this trip, while Soul Of Spain and recent Gowran winner Fairy Wings are others to note.

JABBAR is in the form of his life at present, recording an excellent placed effort in a high-level handicap at Naas a fortnight ago. He can continue the good work and regain the winning thread, with Dutch Gold and Fairy Wings feared most.

It might be worth chancing NARLITA. She was runner-up in this race last year off this mark and she handles heavy ground.

15:45 Galway Handicap 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:50 Leicester Handicap (Class 4) 8f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	6 1st (6) (5/2 +38%) Turn Up The Heat	2.5 5/2(+38%)	(6) Turn Up The Heat 5/2, Fourth of 6 in novice (15/2) at Haydock (8f, soft) when last seen in July. Proved that she handles testing conditions when runner-up at Bath during the spring and this 3-y-o could have a part to play. Disappointing maiden but career-best run (on heavy) came after a similar break.
2	7 2nd (7) (11/8 +50%) Equion	1.375 11/8(+50%)	(7) Equion 11/8, 7/2, career best when landing a 10-runner handicap at this C&D (heavy) 13 days ago, readily. Remains on a winning mark up 5 lb and another bold show on the cards. Back up 5lb but ability to handle conditions counterbalances that concern.
3	10 3rd (10) (10/1 +29%) Alfie Boy	10 10/1(+29%)	(10) Alfie Boy 10/1, 12/1, last of 10 in handicap at Pontefract (6f, heavy) 21 days ago, met some trouble. Moving back up in trip will help and, now 4 lb below last winning mark, he's not without hope. Form regressed since winning in May and this is a belated first run at 1m.
4	8 4th (8) (14/1 -180%) Run For The Sun	14 14/1(-180%)	(8) Run For The Sun 14/1, Third of 5 in handicap (7/2) at Ffos Las (8f, soft) 83 days ago. Down another 2 lb and there ability is certainly there for her to win a race or two. Chance, Had a light season and only 3l away in two handicaps over 1m on soft ground.
5th	9 5th (9) (40/1 -21%) Angel Mac	40 40/1(-21%)	(9) Angel Mac 40/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 66/1, last of 14 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 11 days ago. Looks set for another struggle. Struggles continued on handicap debut at Chelmsford when sent up to 1m2f.
6th	5 6th (5) (15/2 -88%) Marsh Benham	7.5 15/2(-88%)	(5) Marsh Benham 15/2, Ungenuine type. Career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Brighton (8f, heavy, 5/2) 11 days ago, helped by being held up in strongly-run race. 4 lb rise manageable and he has to enter calculations. Running well but feeds off Class 5/6 handicaps so this should be tougher.
7th	4 7th (4) (17/2 +29%) Hartswood	8.5 17/2(+29%)	(4) Hartswood 17/2, Latest win at Doncaster in September. 25/1, tenth of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 28 days ago. Would have a chance if on-song but has struggled on the previous occasions that he has encountered heavy going, which is forecast here. Won on soft at Doncaster last month but typical of him to back that up with a quiet one.
8th	1 8th (1) (22/1 -57%) Bet Me	22 22/1(-57%)	(1) Bet Me 22/1, Last of 6 in handicap (16/1) at Goodwood (9f, heavy) 33 days ago and, with similar conditions forecast here, she is probably worth taking on. Tongue strap on 1st time. Yard also saddles Angel Mac. Had a quiet year and has now twice run moderately on heavy after last run at Goodwood.

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EQUION built on some pleasing efforts in defeat when ploughing through the mud over C&D a couple of weeks ago and conditions are in his favour again as he attempts to defy a 5lb higher mark. Marsh Benham is thriving on his racing and justified favouritism at Brighton just two days after running behind the selection here. Run For The Sun chased home a couple of subsequent winners at Ffos Las, with another right behind her, and Turn Up The Heat warrants consideration too.

Both winners under testing conditions recently, EQUION and Marsh Benham can be expected to come to the fore once again. There isn't much to choose between them, with marginal preference for the former who did the job well over this C&D recently and he remains on a winning mark up 5 lb. Marsh Benham has two ways of running but he will be a serious threat if able to reproduce the form of his career-best display at Brighton 11 days ago. Turn Up The Heat is third choice ahead of Run For The Sun.

It might pay to take a chance on TURN UP THE HEAT whose best effort to date came on heavy and on the back of a similar absence.

15:50 Leicester Handicap (Class 4) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

15:55 Wexford Maiden Chase 16f - 13 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	9 1st (9) (1/2 +31%) Inthepocket	0.5 1/2(+31%)	(9) Inthepocket 1/2, Most promising individual. Smart winner at 20f over hurdles. 15/8, second of 12 in novice chase at Navan (17f, heavy) on debut over fences, not knocked about. Off 11 months but he's the one to beat. Absent nearly a year since very promising chase debut at Navan; could take the beating.
2	6 2nd (6) (4/1 -60%) Farren Glory	4 4/1(-60%)	(6) Farren Glory 4/1, Useful winner at 19f over hurdles. 4/1, tailed-off ninth of 10 to Ballyburn in Brave Inca Novices' Hurdle at Leopardstown (16f, soft) in February. Remains with lots of potential now going chasing. Grade 1-winning novice hurdler last term but bled when last seen; big player on chase bow.
3	8 3rd (8) (80/1 -142%) Ifiwerearichman	80 80/1(-142%)	(8) Ifiwerearichman 80/1, Fairly useful hurdler. 16/1, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Listowel (16f, soft) 13 months ago. Has his fitness to prove now going over fences. 129-rated hurdler absent over a year and may need this.
4	11 4th (11) (33/1 -65%) Enjoy The Dream	33 33/1(-65%)	(11) Enjoy The Dream 33/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Winner in hurdle at Fairyhouse in April 2023. Tenth of 11 in minor event at Leopardstown (15f, good, 7/2). Makes chase debut. Grade 2-winning 4yo hurdler but still best watched on chase debut.
5th	4 5th (4) (12/1 +52%) Conyers Hill	12 12/1(+52%)	(4) Conyers Hill 12/1, Useful hurdler. Latest win in hurdle at Cork in November. 16/1, creditable third of 24 in handicap hurdle at Punchestown (16.7f, good to soft). Off 6 months. Much respected on his chase debut. Progressive hurdler last season but comes up against some higher-rated rivals on chase bow.
6th	7 6th (7) (33/1 +34%) Heliko Conti	33 33/1(+34%)	(7) Heliko Conti 33/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Bit below form fourteenth of 23 in handicap hurdle (22/1) at Punchestown (19.3f, good to soft) 180 days ago. Makes chase debut. 116-rated hurdler could well make a better chaser but this looks a tough introduction.
7th	12 7th (12) (40/1 +20%) Splashing Out	40 40/1(+20%)	(12) Splashing Out 40/1, Fairly useful hurdler. Winner in hurdle at Limerick in November. Visored for 1st time, creditable third of 9 in handicap hurdle at Tipperary (16f, good to soft, 5/1). Off 6 months. Makes chase debut. 120-rated hurdler makes chase debut; owner has more likely candidate here in Inthepocket.
8th	1 8th (1) (12/1 -71%) Anyway	12 12/1(-71%)	(1) Anyway 12/1, Promising type. Useful winner at 22f over hurdles. Second of 9 in novice chase at Galway (18.2f, good to soft, 11/4) on debut over fences 20 days ago, doing too much too soon. Should improve. Promising Galway second recently; this looks a deeper race so will need to improve.
9th	14 9th (14) (66/1 +0%) Spinning Web	66 66/1(+0%)	(14) Spinning Web 66/1, Fairly useful winner at 16f over hurdles. Last of 15 in handicap hurdle (17/2) at Gowran (20.2f, good to soft) 24 days ago. Makes chase debut. Down in trip. Flat/hurdles winner (rated 112) but this looks a very stiff task on chase debut for 4yo.
10th	13 10th (13) (80/1 -21%) Macinamillion	80 80/1(-21%)	(13) Macinamillion 80/1, Promising sort. Winner in hurdle at Cork in April. 20/1, seventh of 12 in novice chase at Punchestown (16.6f, good) on debut over fences 12 days ago. Open to progress. Never counted on recent chase debut at Punchestown and 4yo likely to need more time.
11th	3 11th (3) (14/1 -17%) Champagne Mahler	14 14/1(-17%)	(3) Champagne Mahler 14/1, Promising sort. Fairly useful winner at 16f over hurdles. 6/1, third of 13 in novice chase at Tipperary (16.5f, good to soft) on debut over fences. Off 6 months. Likely to improve. Promising chase debut third at Tipperary in April but will find easier opportunities.
12th	5 12th (5) (125/1 -89%) Drop The Anchor	125 125/1(-89%)	(5) Drop The Anchor 125/1, Fairly useful winner at 16f on flat. 33/1, creditable eighth of 15 in handicap at the Curragh (12f, good to soft) 23 days ago, slowly away. Switches from Flat to chase. Significantly down in trip. Veteran out of form and eligible for a chase mark after this.
13th	10 13th (10) (150/1 -200%) Secrecies Of Stone	150 150/1(-200%)	(10) Secrecies Of Stone 150/1, Fair winner at 20f over hurdles. 5/1, sixth of 12 in novice chase at this course (19.4f, soft) on debut over fences 96 days ago. Lots more is required. Dropped out tamely on chase debut here in July; can only be watched in a stronger race.

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INTHEPOCKET should have a bright future over fences. He is a former Grade 1 winner over hurdles who found a classy sort just too good for him on his chasing debut at Navan last year. He's been absent with a muscular issue, but he remains of considerable interest over fences. Farren Glory also won at Grade 1 level over flights and is a fascinating contender as he tackles racecourse fences for the first time on his return to action. Champagne Mahler was a never nearer third on chasing bow at Tipperary in April and that form has been franked, while Anyway showed up well in second at Galway and will be eyeing prize money.

Not as competitive as the numbers suggest and Henry de Bromhead's highly promising INTHEPOCKET is fancied to make light of his long absence and gain a first win over fences. Gordon Elliott's chasing newcomer Farren Glory also returns from a lengthy lay-off but could emerge as the main danger ahead of Anyway and Champagne Mahler.

A pair of Grade One-winning novice hurdlers in opposition, with INTHEPOCKET preferred to Farren Glory

15:55 Wexford Maiden Chase 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:03 Ayr NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (10/11 +39%) Dalston Lad	0.909091 10/11(+39%)	(3) Dalston Lad 10/11, €115,000 4-y-o, Ocovango gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Gone Platinum and fairly useful 21f hurdle winner Myretown. Won sole start in Irish points (Apr 21) and he's a very interesting bumper debutant for leading yard. 115,000euros buy after winning an Irish point in April; obvious contender for top stable..
2	2 2nd (2) (6/1 -200%) Bespoke Tailor	6 6/1(-200%)	(2) Bespoke Tailor 6/1, €6,000 Malinas gelding. Promising start when runner-up in a Perth bumper (16.2f, soft) back in April, every chance final 1f and held only late on. Looks up to playing his part on that evidence with progress distinctly possible. Only just denied by a three-time bumper winner in April; merits serious consideration..
3	7 3rd (7) (12/1 -20%) Stride On	12 12/1(-20%)	(7) Stride On 12/1, €44,000 3-y-o, Walk In The Park gelding. Brother to fairly useful hurdler Kiltealy Park, and half-brother to fair hurdler Wait Here, stayed 2½m. Market should prove a useful guide starting out for very good yard. Out of half-sister to smart Mistanoora; may be one for further down the line..
4	1 4th (1) (40/1 -300%) Fujita Scale	40 40/1(-300%)	(1) Fujita Scale 40/1, Snow Sky gelding. Ran in void race at Kelso in April but showed some ability when fourth of 10 in bumper at Sedgefield (16.8f) a month later, running green and fading final 100 yds. Entitled to do better with that run under his belt. Showed ability when fourth at Sedgefield in May; entitled to improve and respected.
5th	4 5th (4) (9/4 +59%) Dinofromberlais	2.25 9/4(+59%)	(4) Dinofromberlais 9/4, €72,000 3-y-o, Doctor Dino half-brother to 3 winners, including prolific French hurdle/chase winner up to 19f Athena du Berlais and fairly useful 2½m hurdle winner Ladybank. Unplaced both starts in Irish points but makes debut for yard no stranger to success in this sphere. One to note. Showed promise on second start in an Irish point and respected on debut for Olly Murphy..
6th	6 6th (6) (80/1 -21%) Just Winging It	80 80/1(-21%)	(6) Just Winging It 80/1, €12,000 3-y-o, Jet Away gelding. Brother to fairly useful hurdler/chaser Eureka Creek, stays 25f. Dam unraced sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 2½m) Tevere. Yard 0-36 with their bumper representatives in last 5 seasons. Out of sister to useful Tevere; looks up against it on debut..
7th	5 7th (5) (20/1 -43%) Elusive Warrior	20 20/1(-43%)	(5) Elusive Warrior 20/1, €30,000 3-y-o, Elusive Pimpernel gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/smart chaser (barely stayed 2¾m) Go Roger Go and fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser (stayed 3m) Dead Sound. Yard 10-53 with their runners in this sphere in recent seasons. 30,000euros 3yo, best watched on debut unless market says otherwise..

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Olly Murphy has an excellent record in these types of contests so Dinofromberlais, who showed only moderate form in the pointing sphere, could well step forward on this Rules debut. However, the vote goes to DALSTON LAD. The Ocovango gelding fetched 115,000 euros at the sales in May and the half-brother to useful performer Gone Platinum looks sure to go well at the first time of asking under Rules. Stride On is another to consider.

The pair with previous form don't set a tall standard so this could go to a newcomer in the shape of DALSTON LAD. Successful on his only start in points, he appeals on paper now starting out for the Skelton team and it would come as no surprise to see him firmly in the mix. Bespoke Tailor, a promising second at Perth back in the spring, and another Rules newcomer Dinofromberlais head up the dangers in the finale.

Bespoke Tailor isn't passed over lightly but preference is for Irish point winner DALSTON LAD on debut for Dan Skelton.

16:03 Ayr NH Flat Race (Class 5) 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:10 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 12f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (11/4 +73%) Molinari	2.75 11/4(+73%)	(4) Molinari 11/4, Seventeen runs since his last win in 2022 but he recorded a solid third of 10 in handicap (12/1) at Catterick (13.9f, heavy) 9 days ago. One for the shortlist. Losing run is mounting up but he's attractively treated.
2	5 2nd (5) (10/3 -33%) Laudable	3.333333 10/3(-33%)	(5) Laudable 10/3, 3 wins from 13 runs this year, latest at Catterick in September. 2/1, good second of 12 in handicap at this C&D 13 days ago so he's not taken lightly. Very solid second, splitting subsequent winners, in C&D contest last time; respected.
3	6 3rd (6) (13/2 -95%) Annandale	6.5 13/2(-95%)	(6) Annandale 13/2, Capitalised on a reduced mark to readily land 10-runner handicap at Ayr (13.1f, good, 4/1) 18 days ago by 1½ lengths from Laudable. Back up 5 lb but this course winner is a big player. Comfortably beat Laudable at Ayr this month, ending a long losing spell.
4	2 4th (2) (25/1 -39%) Percy Willis	25 25/1(-39%)	(2) Percy Willis 25/1, A 3-time C&D winner but he came in only thirteenth of 14 in handicap at this C&D 121 days ago. Possibilities after a break. Suited by C&D but he's the only runner who lacks recent match practice.
5th	3 5th (3) (15/2 -67%) Princess Niyla	7.5 15/2(-67%)	(3) Princess Niyla 15/2, Scored at Beverley in July and largely in good form since, second of 8 in handicap over C&D 10 days ago. Expected to be bang there off the same mark. Solid effort over C&D last time, beating all bar the short-priced favourite.
6th	1 6th (1) (2/1 +67%) Sharp Distinction	2 2/1(+67%)	(1) Sharp Distinction 2/1, Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap (15/2) at Southwell (14.1f) 11 days ago, not ideally placed. Ought to be in the shake-up in his bid for a first success of 2024 off an easing mark. Interesting off a workable mark with Silvestre De Sousa up for first time.

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Versatile regarding the trip, ANNANDALE is a notable contender on these terms and could make the most of receiving weight all round. A comfortable winner over 1m5f at Ayr 18 days ago, the selection turns out quickly off just 5lb higher and remains well treated. Laudable and Molinari can make this a good test for the selection, with the former feared most after his recent second-placed C&D finish.

A case can be made for all of these but Jim Goldie's ANNANDALE scored in taking style at Ayr last time and remains well threated on past form despite taking a 5 lb rise here. Princess Niyla heads the list of dangers on the back of her good recent C&D second, with Laudable, Molinari and Sharp Distinction also firmly in the picture.

Having split subsequent scorers here two weeks ago, LAUDABLE (nap) holds very strong claims. Sharp Distinction is second choice.

16:10 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:15 Redcar Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (11/1 -57%) Deputy	11 11/1(-57%)	(2) Deputy 11/1, Third of 10 in handicap (18/1) at this course (7f, soft) 10 days ago. Lightly raced for the time of year and has always looked best in the mud. Good chance from the same mark. Suited by the mud; ran best race for a while over 7f here latest; worth another go at 6f.
2	4 2nd (4) (18/5 +74%) Belsito	3.6 18/5(+74%)	(4) Belsito 18/5, Course winner. Latest win at Carlisle in June. 14/1, below form seventh of 13 in handicap at Leicester (6f, heavy) 20 days ago. Won at 6f in June; nothing memorable since but 1-2 here (5f) and back on winning mark.
3	3 3rd (3) (11/2 +31%) Music Society	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(3) Music Society 11/2, Twenty seven runs since last win in 2022. Respectable sixth of 11 in handicap at Catterick (6f, heavy, 16/1) 9 days ago. On a losing run of 2 years but knocking on the door and wasn't beaten far last time.
4	9 4th (9) (5/1 -25%) Travel Candy	5 5/1(-25%)	(9) Travel Candy 5/1, 40/1, very good second of 12 in handicap at this course (5f, soft) 10 days ago. Interesting if backing that up in this lesser race, with 6f fine. Slow spell either side of wind op; latest 2nd was better but 5f has been more her trip.
5th	10 5th (10) (22/1 -10%) Sounds Of Spring	22 22/1(-10%)	(10) Sounds Of Spring 22/1, Latest win at Ffos Las in August. Ninth of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (5f, heavy, 8/1) 12 days ago. Tongue strap back on. Suited by testing ground but has abandoned ship on his last two starts.
6th	7 6th (7) (10/1 +38%) Havana Pursuit	10 10/1(+38%)	(7) Havana Pursuit 10/1, Twelfth of 13 in handicap (18/1) at this C&D (soft) 10 days ago. Dangerous if scaling a revival. 6f winner last autumn; retains ability but mostly ordinary form this year, including C&D.
7th	1 7th (1) (5/1 -11%) Oso Rapido	5 5/1(-11%)	(1) Oso Rapido 5/1, C&D winner. Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. 14/1, good third of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 18 days ago, worst of draw. One to consider. C&D winner; below best this year but has another race in him off his reduced mark.
8th	11 8th (11) (16/1 +36%) Miss Rainbow	16 16/1(+36%)	(11) Miss Rainbow 16/1, Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. Eleventh of 12 in handicap (18/1) at Pontefract (5f, heavy) 21 days ago. Maiden with some placed runs over 6f; others more likely winners today.
9th	6 9th (6) (28/1 +44%) Wessex	28 28/1(+44%)	(6) Wessex 28/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 100/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at Pontefract (6f, heavy) 21 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. 6 lb drop in the weights will help. Signs of some ability in sole 2yo start; well beaten in 2024, including on handicap debut.
10th	5 10th (5) (5/1 +9%) Stormy Pearl	5 5/1(+9%)	(5) Stormy Pearl 5/1, C&D winner in July. Good second of 10 in handicap (4/1) at this course (7f, soft) 10 days ago. One to consider. Acts well here, wide-margin C&D winner in July; good 2nd over 7f here latest; respected.

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Stormy Pearl, Travel Candy and Deputy made the frame at the last meeting here, with the latter pair performing above market expectations. All three have to be taken into account but a safer option might be OSO RAPIDO, who has picked up minor money on his last couple of appearances and had Stormy Pearl well adrift when runner-up at Ripon. King Of The Jungle could also make his presence felt.

TRAVEL CANDY has tumbled in the weights and turned in her best effort of the season when second over 5f here 10 days ago. She's taken to build on that and strike with a promising 7 lb claimer now up. Deputy, Stormy Pearl and Oso Rapido are dangers.

Oso Rapido should have a good run in him but perhaps DEPUTY can confirm the promise of his recent 7f run on this track.

16:15 Redcar Handicap (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:20 Galway Handicap 12f - 18 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	2 1st (2) (11/2 -22%) Nans View	5.5 11/2(-22%)	(2) Nans View 11/2, Career best when winning 20-runner handicap at the Curragh (10f, soft, 5/1) 6 days ago. Stable having good spell. Off the mark over 1m2f latest, up 7lb, placed here over shorter in August, chance if stays.
2	5 2nd (5) (4/1 +11%) Cafe Con Leche	4 4/1(+11%)	(5) Cafe Con Leche 4/1, Remains a maiden after 24 Flat runs. 16/1, good second of 19 in handicap at Navan (14f, good to soft) 5 days ago. Has to be taken seriously. 0-23 on the Flat, has shaped well the last twice over further, shrewd yard, check market.
3	8 3rd (8) (4/1 +60%) Carried With Love	4 4/1(+60%)	(8) Carried With Love 4/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 13/2, ninth of 13 in handicap at Killarney (8.1f, heavy) 21 days ago, missing break. Significantly up in trip and improvement needed. Promise in maiden at Down Royal, no impact on h'cap debut, up in trip to suit, interesting.
4	6 4th (6) (10/1 -11%) Dumb Love	10 10/1(-11%)	(6) Dumb Love 10/1, 5/1, good fifth of 13 in handicap at Thurles (12.5f, good) 18 days ago, not clear run. Place possibilities. Dual-purpose, in form in both codes, close fifth latest, has won on heavy, don't discount.
5th	12 5th (12) (28/1 -12%) Spanish John	28 28/1(-12%)	(12) Spanish John 28/1, Last of 11 in handicap (18/1) at Thurles (16.4f, good) 18 days ago. Back down in trip. Is 0-8 on turf on the Flat; hasn't looked like winning on recent starts, ground a concern.
6th	3 6th (3) (50/1 -52%) Mayo For Sam	50 50/1(-52%)	(3) Mayo For Sam 50/1, Latest win at Gowran in July. 22/1, below form sixth of 15 in handicap at Navan (10f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Won on good at Gowran, no impact in two runs for this yard, ground a worry; blinkers.
7th	13 7th (13) (20/1 -25%) Guest Star	20 20/1(-25%)	(13) Guest Star 20/1, Remains a maiden after 23 Flat runs. Below form seventh of 16 in handicap (15/2) at Gowran (8.3f, heavy) 7 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Significantly back up in trip. Handles heavy, this trip seems to stretch him, well beaten at Gowran latest, passed over.
8th	18 8th (18) (80/1 -60%) Talking Tough	80 80/1(-60%)	(18) Talking Tough 80/1, Course winner. Two wins from 71 Flat runs. 100/1, good 5½ lengths ninth of 20 to Nans View in handicap at the Curragh (10f, soft) 6 days ago. Easy to look elsewhere. Course winner, out of form this season, first try at this trip, 5lb wrong, hard to fancy.
9th	14 9th (14) (25/1 +24%) Randall Poets Lass	25 25/1(+24%)	(14) Randall Poets Lass 25/1, Tenth of 13 in handicap (33/1) at Thurles (12.5f, good) 18 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Not taken lightly. Maiden wasn't beaten far on latest, has run well on testing ground, needs more to win.
10th	9 10th (9) (40/1 +60%) Pretty Soldier	40 40/1(+60%)	(9) Pretty Soldier 40/1, 80/1, ninth of 11 in handicap at Navan (10.2f, good) 37 days ago. Readily passed over. Ex-German, yet to win on these shores, best form on good ground, others more likely.
11th	11 11th (11) (66/1 -32%) Saxon Land	66 66/1(-32%)	(11) Saxon Land 66/1, Last of 8 in handicap at Bellewstown (12.2f, good to soft, 14/1) 25 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Good run at Sligo in August, failed to beat a rival last twice, hard to fancy; blinkers.
12th	4 12th (4) (16/1 +52%) Vierson	16 16/1(+52%)	(4) Vierson 16/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 14/1, good fifth of 11 in handicap at Bellewstown (12.2f, good to soft) 25 days ago, slowly away. Something to find on form. Promise on latest when denied a clear run, ground an unknown, chance if handles it.
13th	1 13th (1) (11/2 -10%) Gotta Catch'em All	5.5 11/2(-10%)	(1) Gotta Catch'em All 11/2, Good second of 17 in handicap at the Curragh (10f, soft, 7/1) 6 days ago, just failing. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. Touched off at the Curragh last week, up 4lb, stays this far but testing ground a concern.
14th	7 14th (7) (9/1 +10%) King Of The Bronx	9 9/1(+10%)	(7) King Of The Bronx 9/1, Winner at Gowran in May. Good third of 16 in handicap (13/2) at Roscommon (12.2f, soft) 14 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. Won a Gowran claimer in May, best effort for current yard on latest, each-way chance.
15th	15 15th (15) (22/1 -120%) Saith Seren	22 22/1(-120%)	(15) Saith Seren 22/1, 14/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, very good second of 13 in handicap at Killarney (8.1f, heavy) 21 days ago, nearest finish. Significantly up in trip. Can make presence felt. Close second over 1m at Killarney, this trip could suit, chance again off 1lb higher.
16th	16 16th (16) (22/1 -10%) Hopkins	22 22/1(-10%)	(16) Hopkins 22/1, 33/1, creditable seventh of 13 in handicap at Thurles (12.5f, good) 18 days ago. Looks competitive on form. Is 0-9 on turf, well-beaten sole start on testing ground so these conditions are a worry.
17th	10 17th (10) (11/2 +31%) Ifitwasme	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(10) Ifitwasme 11/2, Winner at Tipperary in July. 10/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time in this code, much improved when winning 11-runner handicap hurdle at Listowel (16f, soft) 32 days ago, kept up to work. Won over hurdles on latest, best Flat form is on fast ground, others preferred.
18th	19 18th (19) (33/1 +0%) Winged Victory	33 33/1(+0%)	(19) Winged Victory 33/1, Thrice-raced maiden. 100/1, seventh of 12 in maiden at Naas (8f, good to soft) 16 days ago, slowly away. Significantly up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Open to progress. RESERVE. Handicap debutante, no show in maidens, could improve up in trip, watch market; reserve.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

CAFE CON LECHE has gained all four previous wins over hurdles and with plenty of cut in the ground but may finally open his account on the Flat. The eight-year-old has dropped down to a competitive mark and was only headed close home by Kool One over 1m6f at Navan last Wednesday. Colin Keane now takes over in the saddle and gets the vote over the in-form Gotta Catch'em All who beat all bar the odds-on Prairie Angel at Bellewstown and was just touched off at the Curragh last time. Nans View won a 20-runner 1m2f handicap at the Curragh last Tuesday and looks sure to go close if staying this longer trip, while King Of The Bronx and Ifitwasme appear best of the remainder.

The vote goes to CAFE CON LECHE, who looked more straightforward than usual and turned in his best effort for some time when collared close home at Navan last week. He is very appealing turned out again quickly off the same mark. Gotta Catch'em All failed by a whisker in a big-field handicap at the Curragh recently and is feared most ahead of Saith Seren.

Narrow preference is for CARRIED WITH LOVE. She is bred to relish this step up in trip and the testing ground should be fine for her.

16:20 Galway Handicap 12f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:25 Leicester Handicap (Class 4) 5f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (15/8 +0%) Marching Mac	1.875 15/8(+0%)	(4) Marching Mac 15/8, Is enjoying a fine autumn and emphatically landed 11-runner handicap at Nottingham (5f, heavy) 12 days ago, powering clear last 1f. Hiked up 10 lb but looks the one to beat. Up 10lb but still respected in his current form and with no ground issues.
2	3 2nd (3) (5/2 -11%) Mister Bluebird	2.5 5/2(-11%)	(3) Mister Bluebird 5/2, Ended a lengthy losing sequence with a career best in winning 9-runner handicap at Bath (5.7f, heavy) 7 days ago. Merits serious consideration under a 5 lb penalty. Penalised for last week's Bath win but had dropped in the weights anyway.
3	1 3rd (1) (10/3 -11%) Brooklyn Nine Nine	3.333333 10/3(-11%)	(1) Brooklyn Nine Nine 10/3, On a losing run but he comes here in good nick, poorly drawn when twelfth of 17 in handicap at York (5f, soft) 17 days ago. Needs considering. York was disappointing 17 days ago but he's better than that; handles soft ground.
4	2 4th (2) (10/3 +49%) Batal Zabeel	3.333333 10/3(+49%)	(2) Batal Zabeel 10/3, Scored at Ripon in June but he's a temperamental sort and was retried in blinkers when only seventh of 9 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good to firm) 51 days ago on his final run for Kevin Ryan. Needs this yard switch to spark a resurgence. A change of yard might get him going again and he's still in the same ownership.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

MISTER BLUEBIRD's return to form has coincided with the ground going testing and he gave favourite-backers few concerns at Bath. Heather Main's grey has a 5lb penalty to contend with, but he might be able to dictate matters in this small field and is fancied to follow up. Marching Mac is a major threat, though, because he has won three times in just over a month and laughed at his rivals at Nottingham. Brooklyn Nine Nine and Batal Zabeel both drop in class so can't be dismissed lightly.

MARCHING MAC is thriving at present and strongly fancied to bag a fourth win of the autumn on the back of his facile Nottingham victory last week. Recent Bath scorer Mister Bluebird appeals as the one to chase home Phil McEntee's 3-y-o ahead of Brooklyn Nine Nine.

Any of the four could win but BROOKLYN NINE NINE is accustomed to stronger races than this.

16:25 Leicester Handicap (Class 4) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:30 Wexford NH Flat Race 16f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds
1	4 1st (4) (9/1 -13%) Ira Hayes	9 9/1(-13%)	(4) Ira Hayes 9/1, Once-raced maiden. 7/2, sixth of 12 in bumper at Listowel (20f, soft) on NH debut 33 days ago. Down in trip. Evidently thought capable of better. Points' winner didn't look to stay 2m4f at Listowel; back in trip here.
2	7 2nd (7) (1/4 +89%) Olympy De Cerisy	0.25 1/4(+89%)	(7) Olympy De Cerisy 1/4, Placed all 3 runs in bumpers last season. 7/1, sixth of 20 in maiden at Galway (16.7f, good to soft) on hurdles bow/reappearance 49 days ago. Switches from hurdles to bumpers. Should go well. Placed form last term makes him a leading player although ideally wants it soft.
3	5 3rd (5) (4/1 -129%) Net Boy	4 4/1(-129%)	(5) Net Boy 4/1, Once-raced maiden. Tongue strap on, promise when fourth of 9 in bumper (12/1) at Navan (15.7f, heavy) on NH debut. Off 7 months. Respected. Promising debut fourth in good-class Navan bumper in March; big player if building on that.
4	6 4th (6) (150/1 -50%) Nohilltoosteep	150 150/1(-50%)	(6) Nohilltoosteep 150/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Tenth of 15 in bumper (150/1) at Kilbeggan (20f, good to soft) 52 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Ms Margaret Mullins. Showed little in three bumpers for Mags Mullins; first start for yard.
5th	2 5th (2) (100/1 -100%) Honky Tonk	100 100/1(-100%)	(2) Honky Tonk 100/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Tongue strap on for 1st time, pulled up in bumper at Limerick (19f, heavy, 66/1), pulled up circuit out. Off 6 months. Initial promise not fulfilled; hard to be confident in.
6th	10 6th (10) (33/1 -18%) Tobi Kanobee	33 33/1(-18%)	(10) Tobi Kanobee 33/1, Dansant gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler/chaser Rebel Waltz. Dam unraced sister to useful hurdler/chaser (stayed 3¾m) The Bishop Looney. Half-brother to 2m4f-2m7f hurdle/chase winner Rebel Waltz; best watched on debut.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content,

OLYMPY DE CERISY has the benefit of two runner-up efforts in bumpers. His last outing saw him run well for a long way in sixth in a maiden hurdle at Galway. Net Boy began with a fourth place at Navan and Barry Connell's Robin Du Nord gelding is highly likely to improve on this better ground with that experience under his belt. Patrick Mullins is an eye-catching booking for newcomer Hunsaker who is related to a host of winners, so Peter Fahey's charge is well worth a market check.

OLYMPY DE CERISY should be spot on for this after a run over hurdles last month and achieved enough when placed 3 times in bumpers last season to think he can win a race like this. Net Boy rates a danger after his promising debut effort at Navan in the spring, while a market move for well-bred newcomer Hunsaker would also bring him into the reckoning.

Both of the likely major players OLYMPIC DE CERISY and Net Boy probably want softer ground but the former gets the nod

16:30 Wexford NH Flat Race 16f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:40 Newcastle Stakes (Class 4) 7f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (1/3 +8%) Kisdon Force	0.333333 1/3(+8%)	(1) Kisdon Force 1/3, Son of Land Force built on his debut promise when an excellent second of 8 in maiden at this C&D 10 days ago. The clear form pick. Clear promise in both outings, beaten only narrowly over C&D latest; top on the figures.
2	2 2nd (2) (11/4 -10%) Space Trooper	2.75 11/4(-10%)	(2) Space Trooper 11/4, Twice-raced maiden. 13/8, last of 3 in novice at Windsor (5.1f, heavy) 14 days ago. Significantly back up in trip and needs considering. Has shown ability with his third-place finishes; one of the main form contenders.
3	3 3rd (3) (50/1 +24%) Rajawail	50 50/1(+24%)	(3) Rajawail 50/1, Poor filly. Seventh of 8 in handicap at this course (8f, 66/1). Off 9 months with her fitness to prove. Modest maiden who faces a stiff task at the weights on return from layoff.
4	4 4th (4) (80/1 -21%) Three Sixty	80 80/1(-21%)	(4) Three Sixty 80/1, Twice-raced maiden. Last of 8 in maiden (66/1) at this C&D 10 days ago. Significantly more is required. Completely tailed off in C&D event ten days ago on reappearance.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content,

KISDON FORCE sets a decent standard based on his near miss behind a 78-rated opponent over this course and distance 10 days ago. Having run to a similar level on his belated racecourse debut only eight days previously, Grant Tuer's gelding can make up for lost time and strike at the third time of asking. Space Trooper looks the most obvious threat to the selection based on potential for improvement, while Rajawail makes some appeal too.

Grant Tuer's Land Force gelding KISDON FORCE has gone with promise on both his runs to date and looks to have been found an excellent opportunity to go one better than his excellent recent C&D second. Space Trooper appeals as the one to chase him home ahead of Rajawail.

A straightforward race to assess, with KISDON FORCE the form choice and Space Trooper easily the biggest danger.

16:40 Newcastle Stakes (Class 4) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

16:55 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	5 1st (5) (3/1 +25%) Liosa	3 3/1(+25%)	(5) Liosa 3/1, Latest win at Kempton in September. Creditable second of 10 in handicap at this C&D (11/4) 18 days ago. Can go well again. Pulled hard and was said to have hung right throughout over C&D last time; needs more.
2	1 2nd (1) (6/5 +4%) Scarboroughwarning	1.2 6/5(+4%)	(1) Scarboroughwarning 6/5, 13/8, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 3 days ago, readily. Good chance she can get the hat-trick up under a penalty. Won well at Wolverhampton on Friday; good chance of defying the penalty in similar company.
3	2 3rd (2) (11/1 +31%) Blackjack	11 11/1(+31%)	(2) Blackjack 11/1, 3-time C&D winner. Latest win here in August. 28/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good) 42 days ago. Three wins and three seconds to his name in 13 runs over C&D; high in the weights though.
4	7 4th (7) (50/1 -100%) Timebar	50 50/1(-100%)	(7) Timebar 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 12/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Brighton (7f, good) 180 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. First run for yard after leaving Richard Hannon. Picked up for 7,500gns; the drop in trip may not be optimal on his Tapeta debut.
5th	6 5th (6) (6/1 +0%) Secret Road	6 6/1(+0%)	(6) Secret Road 6/1, Gambled-on 7/4 and tongue strap on for 1st time, won 8-runner handicap at this C&D 20 days ago. No banker to be in the same form up 4 lb. Two wins and a short-head second to his name in five runs over C&D; should go well again.
6th	3 6th (3) (13/2 +54%) Tremblant	6.5 13/2(+54%)	(3) Tremblant 13/2, Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. 8/1, last of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 30 days ago. Ex-French gelding who doesn't always convince and is some way down the pecking order.
7th	8 7th (8) (100/1 -52%) Lochaber	100 100/1(-52%)	(8) Lochaber 100/1, Ninth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 100/1) 7 days ago. Has gone off the boil. Struggled in five starts on Tapeta, latterly when well held at 100-1 at Wolverhampton.
8th	4 8th (4) (20/1 -186%) Back Before Dark	20 20/1(-186%)	(4) Back Before Dark 20/1, Off 8 weeks, very good second of 13 in handicap (66/1) at Redcar (6f, soft) 10 days ago. Respected on AW debut. Much better on soft latest; now has to build on it off a 2lb higher mark on her AW debut.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

SCARBOROUGHWARNING, on target in a novice event at Catterick last month, followed up in emphatic fashion at Wolverhampton on Friday. The unexposed daughter of Harry Angel appears certain to have more in the locker and she can defy the 6lb penalty to complete her hat-trick. Secret Road was able to exploit a sliding handicap mark over C&D recently and still looks competitively treated nudged up 4lb. Liosa, a consistent type on the all-weather, is unlikely to be far away.

SCARBOROUGHWARNING is on a roll now and can get the hat-trick up under a penalty for Friday's Wolverhampton romp. Liosa and Back Before Dark are feared most.

There was plenty to like about the way SCARBOROUGHWARNING won on Friday and she's preferred to Secret Road, who likes it here.

16:55 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 6f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (2/1 -7%) Maissara	2 2/1(-7%)	(2) Maissara 2/1, Expensive purchase who again proved too free when third of 10 in novice at Kempton (6f) 17 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Shortlist material given pedigree and connections. Frankel filly who has shown consistent form and is open to progress now handicapping.
2	5 2nd (5) (10/3 +58%) Arabian Cobra	3.333333 10/3(+58%)	(5) Arabian Cobra 10/3, Fifth of 7 in novice at Goodwood (6f, heavy, 9/1) 15 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and visor needs to sharpen him up back in a nursery. Chance depends on how well he responds to change of surface and first-time headgear.
3	3 3rd (3) (25/1 -400%) Chuti Manika	25 25/1(-400%)	(3) Chuti Manika 25/1, Made second start a winning one at Catterick in July. 11/2, fifth of 7 in nursery at this course (7.1f) 24 days ago. Way he shaped there suggests drop to 6f will suit. Ready for this drop in distance, having been outstayed here on latest 7f start.
4	4 4th (4) (6/1 +25%) Cracking Man	6 6/1(+25%)	(4) Cracking Man 6/1, Set a stiff task and made little impression when fourteenth of 20 in sales event at York (6f, good to firm) 67 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and this a more suitable assignment. Had a lot on his plate at major festivals the last twice; this is more realistic.
5th	7 5th (7) (9/2 +59%) Impartiality	4.5 9/2(+59%)	(7) Impartiality 9/2, Hooded for first time when seventh of 9 in nursery (9/1) at Haydock (7.2f, heavy) 30 days ago, unable to sustain effort. On that evidence, 6f will suit. Best 7f form when making the frame at Ayr and Newcastle; first win is possible.
6th	1 6th (1) (15/2 -7%) Ziggy's Ariel	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(1) Ziggy's Ariel 15/2, Winner at Hamilton on second start in July. 9/2, fifth of 7 in nursery at Hamilton (6f, soft) 54 days ago. Makes tapeta debut, which may suit better than last time. AW debutante who may prove suited by this test, having gained turf win over a stiff 6f.
7th	8 7th (8) (17/2 -42%) Fallen Soldier	8.5 17/2(-42%)	(8) Fallen Soldier 17/2, A little too free again but displayed improved form when second of 10 in nursery (6/1) at Thirsk (6f, good) 42 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time. Improved form since handicapping and upped to 6f; now wears headgear; possibilities.
8th	9 8th (9) (50/1 -150%) Auntie Jo	50 50/1(-150%)	(9) Auntie Jo 50/1, Lightly-raced maiden. 66/1, seventh of 11 in novice at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 40 days ago, slowly away. Makes tapeta/Makes nursery debut and limited appeal from this mark. Has something to find on turf figures; needs improvement on AW/handicap debut.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

MAISSARA produced a similar level of form in her three qualifying runs but the daughter of Frankel, a half-sister to the same connections' Markakol, might have been underestimated by an opening mark of 73. Roger Varian's filly is preferred to Fallen Soldier, who could find more for the addition of first-time cheekpieces, having finished a creditable second at Thirsk last month. Others to note include Arabian Cobra and Chuti Manika.

MAISSARA has progressed quietly in her qualifying runs but this well-bred filly surely has more to offer for her top stable now contesting a nursery. She gets the vote in favour of Chuti Manika and Impartiality, both of whom are expected to benefit from the drop to 6f.

The one runner who could prove a class apart is Frankel filly and Newmarket raider MAISSARA. Second choice is Fallen Soldier.

17:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:30 Southwell Stakes (Class 5) 7f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (18/1 -64%) Dopamine	18 18/1(-64%)	(2) Dopamine 18/1, 50/1, fifth of 11 in novice at this course (8.1f) on debut 23 days ago, green. Well held at 50-1 on her course debut, missing the break and hanging left late; needs more.
2	1 2nd (1) (6/5 -9%) Dark Lyric	1.2 6/5(-9%)	(1) Dark Lyric 6/5, Thrice-raced maiden. Evens, third of 7 in maiden at Kempton (7f) 12 days ago. This is easier and she has leading claims. Run to a similar level in three starts at Kempton this autumn; been found a decent opening.
3	3 3rd (3) (15/8 +6%) Jumeirah Sea	1.875 15/8(+6%)	(3) Jumeirah Sea 15/8, Thrice-raced maiden. Third of 12 in maiden (9/2) at Chelmsford City (7f) 25 days ago, no match for a couple of above-average sorts for the grade. Good shout. This is easier, back against her own sex on her Tapeta debut, and she holds obvious claims.
4	5 4th (5) (7/2 +30%) Zepparella	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(5) Zepparella 7/2, Closely related to smart winner up to 7f Dreamfield and half-sister to several winners, including winner up to 1m Prince Eiji. Dam smart 9f-10.5f winner. Well-bred Invincible Spirit filly making her belated debut and interesting to see market support. Very well related, being a half-sister to six winners; the market will guide on debut.
5th	4 5th (4) (100/1 0%) Safio's Princess	100 100/1(0%)	(4) Safio's Princess 100/1, 40/1, last of 8 in maiden at Ripon (8f, good to firm) on debut 112 days ago. Might need more time. Half-sister to two Tapeta winners; pulled hard and finished a remote last on turf debut.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content,

This looks a fine opportunity for DARK LYRIC as she bids to record a first career success. Sean Woods' filly has displayed a consistent level of form across her three starts and is a safer option than Jumeirah Sea, who has shown clear ability but continues to pull her chance away. Invincible Spirit filly Zepparella is related to a handful of smart types and market support would be noteworthy.

JUMEIRAH SEA and Dark Lyric set a fair standard and may have this between them, with Jumeirah Sea taken to open her account having chased home a couple of above-average geldings at Chelmsford last time. Market support for the well-bred Zepparella would have to be taken seriously.

Zepparella is an interesting newcomer but otherwise DARK LYRIC, who's a sister to a Tapeta winner, sets the standard.

17:30 Southwell Stakes (Class 5) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

17:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	3 1st (3) (10/1 -43%) Dark Kestrel	10 10/1(-43%)	(3) Dark Kestrel 10/1, Latest win at Wolverhampton in May. 16/1, creditable third of 12 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 18 days ago. This track probably more suitable. Back in better form last month; good chance if the cards drop right.
2	9 2nd (9) (5/1 +9%) Herakles	5 5/1(+9%)	(9) Herakles 5/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Ripon in June. 9/2, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at this C&D 25 days ago. Not disgraced here last time but needs to improve on that effort.
3	8 3rd (8) (4/1 +71%) Castan	4 4/1(+71%)	(8) Castan 4/1, C&D winner. 33/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at Redcar (5f, good) 33 days ago. Others more persuasive. Defied a 10lb higher mark here in March; below that form since.
4	7 4th (7) (10/3 +67%) Dandy Dinmont	3.333333 10/3(+67%)	(7) Dandy Dinmont 10/3, C&D winner. Latest win at Doncaster in July. 14/1, below form sixth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 23 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Well-run 5f looks up his street. Nicely handicapped; return to 5f is ideal and has won over C&D.
5th	5 5th (5) (5/1 -50%) Water Of Leith	5 5/1(-50%)	(5) Water Of Leith 5/1, Course winner. Didn't need to improve to win 9-runner handicap at Ayr (5f, good to firm, 11/4) 39 days ago. 4 lb ruse asks for more but he's clearly in good order. Has crept back up the weights but is still well treated on peak form.
6th	2 6th (2) (14/1 +30%) Brian The Snail	14 14/1(+30%)	(2) Brian The Snail 14/1, Course winner. Latest win at Thirsk in July. 20/1, twelfth of 16 in handicap at Bath (5.7f, good to firm) 43 days ago. 12 lb higher returned to the AW. Veteran who returns to AW off a stiff-looking mark; others preferred.
7th	10 7th (10) (40/1 -60%) Cool Run	40 40/1(-60%)	(10) Cool Run 40/1, 28/1 and hooded for first time, sixth of 8 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good). Off 103 days and blinkers now the headgear of choice on the back of a breathing operation. Combination of further wind surgery and new headgear needs to help.
8th	4 8th (4) (18/1 -64%) A Girl Named Ivy	18 18/1(-64%)	(4) A Girl Named Ivy 18/1, Two wins from 5 runs this year, latterly at Pontefract in August. Respectable fourth of 8 in handicap (16/1) at Hamilton (6f, good) 35 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Latest effort suggests this drop to 5f is worth exploring; AW debut.
9th	6 9th (6) (8/1 -78%) Nelson Gay	8 8/1(-78%)	(6) Nelson Gay 8/1, C&D winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. Bit below form sixth of 10 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to firm, 10/1) 58 days ago, though a wide draw didn't help his cause. One to consider for all usual cheekpieces are left off. Has defied higher marks four times on AW; enters calculations.
10th	1 10th (1) (16/1 -100%) Love Wars	16 16/1(-100%)	(1) Love Wars 16/1, 18/1, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Haydock (5f, good) 52 days ago, though that run can be excused given she was bumped at the start. Makes tapeta debut. Has good chance on pick of form eased in class. Best turf form gives her possibilities off current mark on AW debut.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Being drawn high looks a real positive for Ayr scorer WATER OF LEITH, and Jim Goldie's six-year-old is fancied to repeat the dose off a 4lb raised mark. Brian The Snail proved he retains plenty of enthusiasm when successful at Thirsk in July and although not as good since then, a return to the all-weather could spark an improved performance. Herakles is another to consider.

A stiff 5f looks just the ticket for DANDY DINMONT so he's worth risking at likely rewarding odds. Love Wars eases in class so he's dangerous, with last-time-out winner Water of Leith likely to give it another good go.

Off an attractive mark and with Silvestre De Sousa doing the steering, NELSON GAY is preferred. Love Wars is second choice.

17:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:00 Southwell Stakes (Class 5) 7f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (1/1 -50%) Texas Starlight	1 1/1(-50%)	(7) Texas Starlight 1/1, Pinatubo filly made a promising debut when second of 10 in maiden at Newmarket (7f, good to soft) 30 days ago. Holds major claims with better to come. Clear second on her turf debut a month ago; is entitled to improve and sets the standard.
2	4 2nd (4) (80/1 +0%) Fast Bullet	80 80/1(+0%)	(4) Fast Bullet 80/1, Twice-raced maiden. Tenth of 11 in novice (150/1) at Yarmouth (6f, firm) 40 days ago. Bred for middle-distances next year; has twice finished well held in sprints thus far.
3	6 3rd (6) (11/2 -38%) Rock Diva	5.5 11/2(-38%)	(6) Rock Diva 11/2, Third of 9 in maiden (7/2) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) on debut 69 days ago. Should improve. In the mix. Just behind subsequent winner Saqqara Sands on her 7f Wolverhampton debut; has potential.
4	2 4th (2) (6/4 +45%) Al Joory	1.5 6/4(+45%)	(2) Al Joory 6/4, Foaled May 5. Mohaather filly. Half-sister to useful winner up to 1¼m Shaara and 7f winner Alkhat. Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to smart 7f winner Muwaary. Of obvious interest on debut. Half-sister to 7f Tapeta winner Alkhat and the useful Shaara; needs considering on debut.
5th	3 5th (3) (14/1 +30%) Chadleeny	14 14/1(+30%)	(3) Chadleeny 14/1, Failed to build on debut promise when sixth of 8 in novice at Yarmouth (8f, good, 20/1) 21 days ago. Not written off. Pulled hard and never featured upped to 1m on turf last time; may be one for handicaps.
6th	1 6th (1) (200/1 -300%) A La Louche	200 200/1(-300%)	(1) A La Louche 200/1, Twice-raced maiden. 150/1, last of 10 in novice at Kempton (6f) 17 days ago. Remains with potential for the longer term though over middle distances. Big prices and well beaten in two runs this month including here; likely one for handicaps.
7th	5 7th (5) (250/1 -150%) Helston Dance	250 250/1(-150%)	(5) Helston Dance 250/1, Twice-raced maiden. Eighth of 9 in novice (200/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 21 days ago, slowly away. Three-figure prices for two runs at Wolverhampton this autumn; probably wants more time.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

TEXAS STARLIGHT chased home a potentially useful type who had the benefit of previous experience on her debut at Newmarket. George Boughey's filly will have learned plenty from that and natural improvement might be enough to see her go one place better. Rock Diva shaped with promise at Wolverhampton on her racecourse bow and is one of the likelier candidates. Newcomer Al Joory, a half-sister to the talented Shaara, needs monitoring in the betting.

TEXAS STARLIGHT shaped well on her debut when runner-up at Newmarket and looks to have been found an excellent opportunity to go one better here. Roger Varian's newcomer Al Joory appeals on paper and is feared most, especially if the betting vibes are positive, with Rock Diva and Chadleeny appealing as the pick of the remainder for minor honours.

Al Joory is an interesting newcomer but TEXAS STARLIGHT has the benefit of a previous run and sets a decent standard.

18:00 Southwell Stakes (Class 5) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 5f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (5/2 +9%) Spirit Of Applause	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(1) Spirit Of Applause 5/2, Latest win at Beverley in August. 3/1, ran well when second of 12 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 11 days ago, headed final strides. Likely to continue in form. Two encouraging efforts at Southwell since switched to AW, neck second latest; respected.
2	7 2nd (7) (12/1 -140%) Zuffolo	12 12/1(-140%)	(7) Zuffolo 12/1, C&D winner. Notched his second win of the season in narrow fashion in 9-runner handicap at Redcar (5f, good to firm, 3/1) 41 days ago, just clinging on having been well positioned on the far rail. 3 lb higher and should make another bold bid. Record of 31441 since wearing blinkers; defied a 2lb higher mark over C&D last autumn.
3	5 3rd (5) (5/1 +0%) Leodis Dream	5 5/1(+0%)	(5) Leodis Dream 5/1, Got back to winning ways returned to all-weather in 10-runner handicap at this C&D (11/1) 25 days ago, kept away from the main pack on the near side and able to dominate from the front. 6 lb higher here but can go well again. Made all in C&D event this month, taking strike-rate to 10-59; enters calculations.
4	2 4th (2) (10/3 +67%) Ganesha	3.333333 10/3(+67%)	(2) Ganesha 10/3, C&D winner. 14/1 and hooded for 1st time, not seen to best effect when sixth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 18 days ago, keeping on when short of room late on. Mark slides further and could build on that effort. Ran with promise last time; defied a 12lb higher mark over C&D a year ago (sole run here).
5th	8 5th (8) (18/1 -125%) Gustav Graves	18 18/1(-125%)	(8) Gustav Graves 18/1, C&D winner. 4 wins from 14 runs this year. Shaped well despite being easy to back when third of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 33/1) 7 days ago. One to keep an eye on from a reduced mark. Ran encouragingly at Wolverhampton last Monday; remains 4lb below last winning mark.
6th	6 6th (6) (14/1 -100%) Lady Celia	14 14/1(-100%)	(6) Lady Celia 14/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Hamilton in July. Followed a below-par effort with an even worse one when sixth of 7 in handicap (15/2) at Hamilton (6f, good to soft) 4 weeks ago. Down 2 lb and could fare better returned to all-weather. Looks set for minor honours at best judged on AW results this year.
7th	4 7th (4) (12/1 -33%) Master Of My Fate	12 12/1(-33%)	(4) Master Of My Fate 12/1, 6/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Redcar (5f, good to firm) 4 months ago. Has underachieved relative to his 2-y-o form so best watched (has had a wind op). May show the benefit of a physical tweak (had wind surgery since last run).
8th	3 8th (3) (40/1 -60%) Cotai Vision	40 40/1(-60%)	(3) Cotai Vision 40/1, Hooded for 1st time, ran too badly to be true on first outing since leaving David Loughnane for 36,000 gns when last of 7 in handicap at Windsor (6f, firm, 10/1) 86 days ago. Hood discarded and will need to leave that well behind. Runner-up in last four AW attempts but has a question mark over current form.
9th	9 9th (9) (11/1 -10%) Canon's House	11 11/1(-10%)	(9) Canon's House 11/1, 15/2, again failed to impress with his head carriage when seventh of 12 in handicap at Redcar (5f, soft) 10 days ago. This is just his second all-weather start but others more appealing. Only seventh in both handicap attempts but another 2lb drop may help.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

Spirit Of Applause was collared late on at Southwell last time out and the in-form gelding merits plenty of respect, but preference is for ZUFFOLO. Michael Dods' charge was raised 3lb in the handicap for winning at Redcar last month, but he's still 2lb lower than when defeating Leodis Dream over C&D in November last year and further success may well be on the cards.

An open-looking sprint and it could be worth chancing GUSTAV GRAVES, who shaped well despite being easy to back when third at Wolverhampton last week and Derek Shaw's 6-y-o is well drawn to attack. Spirit of Applause, Leodis Dream and Zuffolo look the main dangers in that order.

The suggestion is GANESHA who returns to Newcastle off a very handy mark. Spirit Of Applause is second choice.

18:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 5) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:30 Southwell Handicap (Class 4) 5f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (15/2 -7%) Al Hussar	7.5 15/2(-7%)	(2) Al Hussar 15/2, Latest win at Catterick (5f, soft) in October. Not disgraced up in class when fifth of 10 in nursery (12/1) at York (5f, soft) 17 days ago. Looks competitive on form. Suited by soft ground; not as good under a penalty latest and starting to look exposed now.
2	3 2nd (3) (10/11 +67%) Force And Valour	0.909091 10/11(+67%)	(3) Force And Valour 10/11, Lightly-raced winner. Good third of 6 in nursery (7/2) at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm) 39 days ago. Likely has a bigger effort in his locker and he's not dismissed lightly. Should be fine with the drop from 6f if he can get away better; goes on the shortlist.
3	7 3rd (7) (18/1 -100%) Commander Atkinson	18 18/1(-100%)	(7) Commander Atkinson 18/1, Kodiac colt who left his exploits in maiden/novice events well behind when good neck second of 10 to Al Hussar in nursery at Catterick (5f, soft, 22/1) 26 days ago, staying on well. Remains less exposed than most and one to consider from 3 lb higher mark. Beaten a neck by Al Hussar at Catterick early in the month; will find this tougher.
4	5 4th (5) (33/1 -106%) Baileys Jubilation	33 33/1(-106%)	(5) Baileys Jubilation 33/1, Winner at Lingfield in June. 40/1, fifth of 6 in nursery at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm) 39 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Needs a couple of these to falter. Didn't see out 6f behind Force And Valour last time but will do well to turn things round.
5th	6 5th (6) (5/1 +38%) Pouting	5 5/1(+38%)	(6) Pouting 5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Hooded for 1st time, fourth of 7 in nursery at Goodwood (6f, good, 11/2) 55 days ago, headway out wide late on. Headgear discarded here and it does remain early days with her. Tapeta debut. First crack at 5f since her debut in the spring; one to consider for a yard in good form.
6th	9 6th (9) (17/2 -113%) Lady Roxby	8.5 17/2(-113%)	(9) Lady Roxby 17/2, Promising individual. 6/4, career best when winning 6-runner nursery at Musselburgh (5f, good to firm) 44 days ago, readily. Handicapper has had his say but highly likely there's more to come. 11lb rise will test her on AW debut (half-sister to multiple Tapeta winner Lezardrieux).
7th	8 7th (8) (14/1 -17%) Mister Mcgregor	14 14/1(-17%)	(8) Mister Mcgregor 14/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 11 in novice (16/1) at Salisbury (6f, good to firm) 59 days ago, struggling when hanging left under 2f out. Gelded subsequently and he could yet get back on track. One to note in the betting for positive vibes. Gone the wrong way but this is more realistic on his AW debut having been gelded.
8th	4 8th (4) (25/1 -150%) Music History	25 25/1(-150%)	(4) Music History 25/1, Winner at Musselburgh in July. Fifth of 6 in nursery (6/1) at Hamilton (5f, good) 35 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Others more persuasive. Well held back into nursery company latest; 13lb higher than when winning in high summer.
9th	10 9th (10) (40/1 -21%) Bantz	40 40/1(-21%)	(10) Bantz 40/1, Modest maiden who was well held on nursery debut at Windsor (6f) in July and never figured in face of stiff task when last of 14 in valuable sales' race at Newmarket (6f) a month later. Changed hands for 12,000 gns since and improvement required. Went the wrong way for William Haggas; this is more realistic back to nursery company.
10th	1 10th (1) (18/1 -125%) Amerjeet	18 18/1(-125%)	(1) Amerjeet 18/1, Left previous exploits well behind in first-time cheekpieces (also gelded) when winning on nursery debut at Lingfield (5f, AW) in July. Short of room over 1f out when seventh of 8 in nursery at Beverley (5f) 64 days ago and no surprise to see a better showing. Been off for two months; happier on the AW than turf from limited evidence but needs more.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

LADY ROXBY justified strong market support on her nursery bow at Musselburgh and the handicapper didn't miss that effort, with an 11lb rise given to Bryan Smart's filly. However, it wouldn't be a major surprise if she had more to offer based on the manner of that success. Commander Atkinson also stepped forward on his first start in handicap company when runner-up at Catterick and he is expected to play a leading role along with Force And Valour, who finished third at Yarmouth last month.

LADY ROXBY has been hit with an 11 lb rise for her nursery debut success at Musselburgh (5f) 44 days ago, yet she was most impressive on that occasion and may well be up to defying the assessor with the prospect of more to come. Force And Valour, Al Hussar and Commander Atkinson are others fancied to feature.

Richard Hughes is 14-40 with 2yos on the AW this season and POUTING can further enhance the numbers. Force And Valour is next best.

18:30 Southwell Handicap (Class 4) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

18:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	8 1st (8) (7/2 +0%) Tomorrow Day	3.5 7/2(+0%)	(8) Tomorrow Day 7/2, C&D winner. 15/2, respectable third of 7 in handicap at Brighton (6f, heavy) 11 days ago, inadequate test. Record of 3313 since wearing a visor, the win over C&D; respected back here.
2	6 2nd (6) (5/1 +44%) Oriental Prince	5 5/1(+44%)	(6) Oriental Prince 5/1, Lightly-raced maiden. Good fifth of 9 in handicap at Carlisle (5.8f, good to soft, 22/1) 150 days ago. Four-race maiden; bred to do better still; may improve on return from layoff.
3	11 3rd (11) (13/2 +41%) Ishe Worth Agamble	6.5 13/2(+41%)	(11) Ishe Worth Agamble 13/2, 22/1, fifth of 10 in handicap at Catterick (6f, soft) 26 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. Chance depends on how well she responds to new surface.
4	9 4th (9) (28/1 +0%) Thunderstorm Katie	28 28/1(+0%)	(9) Thunderstorm Katie 28/1, 18/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, well-beaten last of 9 to Havana Sky in minor event at Thirsk (6f, good to firm) 59 days ago. From very good family but has looked limited. Has left Brian Toomey and had breathing operation. Check the betting on debut for new trainer, who also runs Oriental Prince.
5th	5 5th (5) (15/2 +6%) Arc Tesoro	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(5) Arc Tesoro 15/2, Thrice-raced maiden. 150/1, last of 8 in novice at Southwell (8.1f) 32 days ago. Down in trip. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Makes handicap debut with De Sousa up and may do better. Gives the impression he may improve for this drop in trip on handicap debut.
6th	10 6th (10) (12/1 -20%) Stoneacre Girl	12 12/1(-20%)	(10) Stoneacre Girl 12/1, 20/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 20 days ago. Back up in trip. On a good mark with a repeat of her best form. Exposed over shorter; possibilities off this mark provided she's aided by 6f.
7th	1 7th (1) (28/1 -250%) Toosha	28 28/1(-250%)	(1) Toosha 28/1, Last of 7 in handicap at Chepstow (6.1f, good to firm) back with this yard 74 days ago. Looks a limited maiden but interesting if the betting speaks in her favour. Needs a market check on second start since rejoining John Butler.
8th	12 8th (12) (80/1 -21%) Hyrcanian	80 80/1(-21%)	(12) Hyrcanian 80/1, 125/1, eighth of 11 in handicap at this course (7.1f) 34 days ago. Has achieved little for current stable.
9th	3 9th (3) (9/1 +55%) Badosa	9 9/1(+55%)	(3) Badosa 9/1, C&D winner. Eighth of 12 in handicap (125/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 21 days ago. Revival would put her in the picture; C&D winner off 4lb higher in March.
10th	4 10th (4) (7/2 -27%) Havana Sky	3.5 7/2(-27%)	(4) Havana Sky 7/2, Winner at Thirsk in August. Third of 10 in handicap at Kempton (6f, 15/2) 38 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Respected in a thin handicap. Has form figures of 143 since dropped to sprinting; now wears new headgear.
11th	7 11th (7) (33/1 -32%) Yiengaa	33 33/1(-32%)	(7) Yiengaa 33/1, Winner at Brighton in June. Below form sixth of 12 in handicap at this course (5f, 28/1) 27 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Return to 6f may help; gained sole win at this distance, albeit on turf.
12th	2 12th (2) (18/1 -13%) Pasea Grande	18 18/1(-13%)	(2) Pasea Grande 18/1, Ninth of 11 in maiden at Yarmouth (7f, good, 200/1) 103 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Gelded. Needs to up his game on handicap debut. Poor claims on form but may do better now switched to handicap level.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

TOMORROW DAY gained a first career success over C&D on his penultimate start before finishing third at Brighton subsequently, and the return to the all-weather can spark a return to winning ways. Oriental Prince wasn't disgraced at Carlisle on handicap debut and improvement may be forthcoming back on a flatter track, while the change of headgear to a visor might aid the cause of Havana Sky.

Not a strong handicap and HAVANA SKY looks to have the most solid claims on the back of a run of good efforts. Arc Tesoro is interesting on his handicap debut, while market support for Toosha would need taking seriously.

With the visor retained, TOMORROW DAY looks a particularly solid contender. Badosa, the other C&D winner, is second choice.

18:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 6f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:00 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 5f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	1 1st (1) (12/1 -100%) My Awele	12 12/1(-100%)	(1) My Awele 12/1, Opened her account on nursery debut over 6f here in August. 12/1, eighth of 10 in handicap at this course (6.1f) 18 days ago. Others more persuasive for all 5f looks well worth exploring. Hit with an 8lb rise after beating a subsequent winner over 6f here in August; needs more.
2	4 2nd (4) (10/3 +26%) Darlo Pride	3.333333 10/3(+26%)	(4) Darlo Pride 10/3, Denied a clear run when sixth of 12 in handicap (12/1) at this course (6.1f) 11 days ago, never nearer. Can make presence felt eased 1 lb on just third start for this yard. Back on his last successful mark and offered more over 6f here last time; shortlisted.
3	2 3rd (2) (13/2 -44%) Recon Mission	6.5 13/2(-44%)	(2) Recon Mission 13/2, Twenty-four runs since last win in 2022. Fourth of 7 in handicap (13/2) at Brighton (5.3f, good to soft) 20 days ago. Figures on a dangerous mark these days. Remains consistent; has only run twice on Tapeta and will need to improve on those efforts.
4	6 4th (6) (4/1 +43%) Toptime	4 4/1(+43%)	(6) Toptime 4/1, C&D winner. Latest win at Doncaster in June. Bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap (6/1) at Beverley (5f, good to firm), going off too hard. Off 98 days. 12lb higher than when going in over C&D in January but can go well fresh; possibilities.
5th	10 5th (10) (25/1 -108%) Lil Wade	25 25/1(-108%)	(10) Lil Wade 25/1, Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. 28/1, respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 23 days ago, doing too much too soon. Longstanding maiden who's had plenty of chances in low-grade handicaps; others stronger.
6th	8 6th (8) (13/2 +19%) Three Beauz	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(8) Three Beauz 13/2, Winner at Newcastle in July. Fifth of 7 in handicap at Nottingham (5f, good, 5/1) 76 days ago. Since had a breathing operation. Three Tapeta runs up there with her best; capable back from a break if wind op has helped.
7th	9 7th (9) (22/1 -22%) Whiskey Priest	22 22/1(-22%)	(9) Whiskey Priest 22/1, Eighth of 11 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good, 20/1) 26 days ago. Blinkers need to perk him up. Potentially well treated if the first-time headgear has the desired effect; worth a look.
8th	3 8th (3) (6/1 +14%) State Of Madness	6 6/1(+14%)	(3) State Of Madness 6/1, Respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 18/1) 14 days ago. Still looks a shade too high in the weights. Likely started handicap life on an unrealistic mark and has struggled; hard to recommend.
9th	7 9th (7) (11/1 +0%) Doctor Vuby	11 11/1(+0%)	(7) Doctor Vuby 11/1, 5/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 9 days ago, slowly away. Clearly backed as though thought capable of much better. Hood removed. Better was expected on his first start since being gelded recently but again disappointed.
10th	5 10th (5) (9/1 0%) He's An Angel	9 9/1(0%)	(5) He's An Angel 9/1, Course winner. 4 wins from 11 runs this year. Last of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 9/2) 34 days ago, possibly amiss. Bounce back required. Latest effort was too bad to be true but it leaves him something to prove down in trip.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

RECON MISSION can be forgiven his most recent display at Brighton, with the eight-year-old better judged on his nose defeat the time before at Lingfield off this mark. Jack Doughty's 5lb claim further aids his cause and he gets the vote in a contest that appears to be very winnable on paper. Toptime returns from a small break and is capable of being in the mix, while Three Beauz is of interest after wind surgery.

DARLO PRIDE hasn't been with Michael Dods long and having been unlucky not to finish closer here 11 days ago, he looks an interesting proposition back over 5f. Recon Mission and Toptime are a couple of threats.

Whiskey Priest is on a fair mark in first-time blinkers, but DARLO PRIDE (nap) makes most appeal having hit traffic here last time.

19:00 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 5f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	9 1st (9) (3/1 +57%) Volenti	3 3/1(+57%)	(9) Volenti 3/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. 8/1, good second of 12 in handicap at this course (10.2f) 27 days ago. Back down in trip. Arrives after a couple of decent efforts and place claims are sound. Placed twice over 1m2f here lately and may benefit from this drop back in trip.
2	4 2nd (4) (28/1 -56%) Tasever	28 28/1(-56%)	(4) Tasever 28/1, Remains a maiden after 22 Flat runs. Never threatended when sixth of 9 in handicap (15/2) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 14 days ago. Others preferered. Disappointing maiden; placed on soft turf in August but safely held on Tapeta since.
3	7 3rd (7) (5/1 +17%) Forever Proud	5 5/1(+17%)	(7) Forever Proud 5/1, Respectable sixth of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 7/5) 14 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Slipping down the weights but yet to build on a promising yard debut. Beaten favourite on all three starts for new stable and comes here with a point to prove.
4	8 4th (8) (7/2 +13%) Rubellite	3.5 7/2(+13%)	(8) Rubellite 7/2, 6/1, good third of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 14 days ago, finishing well after being left with plenty to do. Shortlist material. Back in good form this autumn, going close here (1m2f) and at Wolverhampton (8.6f).
5th	2 5th (2) (16/1 -33%) End Zone	16 16/1(-33%)	(2) End Zone 16/1, Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 4/1, bit below form sixth of 10 in handicap at this C&D 13 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Frame claims if able to bounce back. Kept on well for fourth over 7f here two starts ago but faded over 1m here last time.
6th	3 6th (3) (10/1 -186%) Pop Favorite	10 10/1(-186%)	(3) Pop Favorite 10/1, Six-time C&D winner. 14/1, improved on recent efforts to win 11-runner handicap at this C&D 10 days ago, keeping on well. Can make presence felt. Exploited basement mark over C&D last week; 5lb rise demands more from him tonight.
7th	6 7th (6) (17/2 +47%) Mr Stanley	8.5 17/2(+47%)	(6) Mr Stanley 17/2, Remains a maiden after 23 Flat runs. 8/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at this course (7.1f) 6 days ago. Others make greater appeal. 23-race maiden; placed over 7f here two starts ago but unraced beyond that trip.
8th	1 8th (1) (22/1 -83%) Cloch Nua	22 22/1(-83%)	(1) Cloch Nua 22/1, C&D winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Respectable sixth of 10 in handicap (10/1) at Carlisle (9f, good). Off 114 days. Regular slow starts remain a concern and others are preferred. Below form this year and absent since July; needs 114-day break to have done him good.
9th	11 9th (11) (9/2 +44%) Filey Beach	4.5 9/2(+44%)	(11) Filey Beach 9/2, 7/1, good second of 10 in handicap at this course (7.1f) 24 days ago, well positioned. Respected. Ran well in defeat over 7f here this month and should be fine back at 1m.
10th	12 10th (12) (25/1 -14%) Gregorianna	25 25/1(-14%)	(12) Gregorianna 25/1, Eighth of 10 in handicap (12/1) at this course (10.2f) 41 days ago. Back down in trip. Has work to do. Six-race maiden who was safely held in her first three handicaps.
11th	10 11th (10) (80/1 -60%) Foshan	80 80/1(-60%)	(10) Foshan 80/1, 200/1, seventh of 10 in novice hurdle at Sedgefield (16.8f, soft) 19 days ago. Back down in trip. Blinkers back on. Modest on the Flat, poor on last Flat outing. Not easy to make a case for. Has shown no worthwhile form since his was placed in this race a year ago.

LTO Selection:hiden content, hiden content, hiden content, hiden content

All barring one of Pop Favorite's seven victories have come over C&D and the six-year-old arrives in fine fettle after succeeding here earlier in the month. That said, a 5lb higher mark makes life tougher and a chance is taken on RUBELLITE. She has taken a step back in the right direction with recent placed efforts and she is more than capable of a second career win. Others for the shortlist include Volenti and Filey Beach.

POP FAVORITE came from rear to score for the sixth time over C&D earlier this month and can follow up at the chief expense of Rubellite, who caught the eye from a disadvantageous position at Wolverhampton a fortnight ago. Volenti is narrowly preferred to Filey Beach for third.

This might go to VOLENTI, who has posted two good efforts over 1m2f here for his new stable and could be seen to better effect over 1m.

19:15 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:30 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 14f - 9 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (85/40 +6%) Advert Rules	2.125 85/40(+6%)	(4) Advert Rules 85/40, Blinkered for first time, creditable second of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (14f, 11/4) 21 days ago, slowly away but going with plenty of enthusiasm. Should be bang there. 0-10 but did very well to finish second to a progressive rival at Wolverhampton this month.
2	5 2nd (5) (16/1 -14%) Arc Zoosve	16 16/1(-14%)	(5) Arc Zoosve 16/1, Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 10 in maiden (100/1) at this course (11.1f) 32 days ago. Up in trip for handicap debut. Moves up in trip for this handicap debut; improvement required.
3	1 3rd (1) (7/4 +36%) Delta Legend	1.75 7/4(+36%)	(1) Delta Legend 7/4, Creditable second of 7 in handicap (7/2) at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 9 days ago, well positioned. First run for yard after leaving Gay Kelleway and this is a slight drop in class. Yet fully to convince over 1m6f but ran well over 1m4f last week; stable debut.
4	6 4th (6) (4/1 +33%) Wannabeawallaby	4 4/1(+33%)	(6) Wannabeawallaby 4/1, Below form seventh of 13 in handicap (6/1) at Bath (13f, soft) 27 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and he may well get back on track away from testing ground. Second three times on turf in June/July but form has slumped lately.
5th	7 5th (7) (22/1 +12%) Casa Luna	22 22/1(+12%)	(7) Casa Luna 22/1, One win from 32 Flat runs. 40/1, ninth of 14 in handicap at Catterick (13.9f, good) 61 days ago. Belatedly off the mark at Wolverhampton in April but has a very patchy record since.
6th	2 6th (2) (20/1 -43%) Mujid	20 20/1(-43%)	(2) Mujid 20/1, Latest win at Ffos Las in July. 11/1, ninth of 11 in handicap at Windsor (11.4f, good to firm) 56 days ago. Back up in trip which may help given issues at the stalls. Dual turf winner this year; Tapeta also suits; needs to better recent efforts.
7th	9 7th (9) (66/1 -164%) Exceptionality	66 66/1(-164%)	(9) Exceptionality 66/1, Cheekpieces on for first time, sixth of 8 in handicap (100/1) at this course (11.1f) 29 days ago. Up in trip. Must improve. 13-race maiden who has already had several chances off basement marks; new trip today.
8th	8 8th (8) (33/1 0%) Kitten's Dream	33 33/1(0%)	(8) Kitten's Dream 33/1, Unreliable type. C&D winner. Thirty-four runs since last win in 2023. 100/1, last of 10 in handicap at this C&D 7 days ago. Others have achieved more. Well-beaten 100-1 shot off today's basement mark over C&D a week ago.
9th	3 9th (3) (11/1 -57%) Spantik	11 11/1(-57%)	(3) Spantik 11/1, Fared about as well as could be expected when fourth of 7 in handicap at Musselburgh (16f, good to soft, 16/1) 14 days ago. This a more suitable band of handicap. Mixed fortunes during light turf campaign this year but returns to AW on good mark.

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ADVERT RULES was no match for a comfortable winner over C&D on his latest start, but this may be the time to catch Alan King's gelding. Blinkers were tried for the first time on that occasion and a more patient ride may see him reap the rewards. Delta Legend has gone close in recent outings and is respected along with Spantik, who returns to the all-weather for the first time in over two years.

ADVERT RULES was no match for the well-punted winner at Wolverhampton last week but he beat the rest easily enough and went through the race like a well-handicapped sort. He therefore looks the answer, with Wannabeawallaby and Delta Legend perhaps offering most resistance.

After using plenty of fuel in the early stages at Wolverhampton this month, ADVERT RULES did very well to hold on for second.

19:30 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 14f PREDICTION SIMULATION

19:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 7f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	4 1st (4) (10/3 +44%) Jkr Cobbler	3.333333 10/3(+44%)	(4) Jkr Cobbler 10/3, Course winner. Creditable second of 8 in handicap (5/1) at this C&D 6 days ago, finishing with running left. Player again. Finished well when 2nd over C&D last week; 5lb lower than when latest win, on turf in May..
2	5 2nd (5) (6/4 +50%) Windsor Pass	1.5 6/4(+50%)	(5) Windsor Pass 6/4, Remains a maiden after 25 Flat runs. Bit below form fifth of 12 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 7/4) 26 days ago. Eye-catching fourth here on previous outing and has to be taken seriously again. 0-25; fourth over C&D last month and a beaten favourite at Kempton on her latest outing..
3	7 3rd (7) (11/1 -22%) Yaahobby	11 11/1(-22%)	(7) Yaahobby 11/1, C&D winner. Latest win here in October. 9/1, respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at this C&D 6 days ago, running on. Cheekpieces back on. Others preferred. Bagged a pair of C&D handicaps this autumn and fair fourth over C&D six days ago..
4	1 4th (1) (11/2 +21%) Thanks Dad	5.5 11/2(+21%)	(1) Thanks Dad 11/2, Respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 9/1) 9 days ago, nearest finish after being left poorly placed. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. 11-race maiden who has struggled for consistency since going handicapping in July..
5th	6 5th (6) (10/1 -54%) Absolute Dream	10 10/1(-54%)	(6) Absolute Dream 10/1, Course winner. 14/1, excellent second of 12 in handicap at this course (6f) 13 days ago. Solid place claims if able to back that up. Ran his best this year when beaten a neck at this track (6f) 13 days ago..
6th	2 6th (2) (7/1 -180%) Spartan Fighter	7 7/1(-180%)	(2) Spartan Fighter 7/1, Seven-time course winner. Won 12-runner handicap at this course (6f, 14/1) 6 days ago, holding on gamely. Looks competitive on form. Course specialist (7 wins, including over 7f); unpenalised for 6f win here six days ago..
7th	3 7th (3) (22/1 -120%) Odd Socks Havana	22 22/1(-120%)	(3) Odd Socks Havana 22/1, Five-time course winner. Latest win here in April. Last of 8 in handicap (13/2) at Thirsk (8f, good to firm). Off 126 days. Others more persuasive. Five course wins; 6lb higher than for his latest one over 1m in April; cheekpieces off.
8th	8 8th (8) (33/1 +0%) Pearly Star	33 33/1(+0%)	(8) Pearly Star 33/1, Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. Seventh of 9 in handicap at this course (10.2f, 14/1) 41 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Has work to do. Won at about 7f on turf last year but only modest form for current yard so far.

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Odd Socks Havana was in great form on the all-weather earlier in the year, winning twice here in April, and would have strong claims if ready to roll on his first appearance since June. Spartan Fighter won here in an apprentice contest over 6f on Tuesday and is a major player off an unchanged mark. However, YAAHOBBY is 1lb lower than his C&D fourth on the same card and that performance suggests he may still have some mileage in his current rating.

SPARTAN FIGHTER added to his fine record here last week and Antony Brittain's gelding makes plenty of appeal bidding to follow up. Windsor Pass didn't immediately build on a promising effort here at Kempton last time but can't be written off, with Jkr Cobbler completing the shortlist.

In an open-looking contest preference is for YAAHOBBY who has won twice over C&D this autumn. The main danger is Spartan Fighter.

19:45 Newcastle Handicap (Class 6) 7f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:00 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 11f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	7 1st (7) (11/1 +0%) Apache Canyon	11 11/1(+0%)	(7) Apache Canyon 11/1, 10/1, creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 9 days ago. Up in trip and can give a good account without posing a serious threat to principals. Will want to settle better now going beyond an extended 1m1f for the first time.
2	2 2nd (2) (7/2 +22%) Reyaadah Star	3.5 7/2(+22%)	(2) Reyaadah Star 7/2, 5/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Ayr (10f, good) 27 days ago. That wasn't one of her better efforts but yard's horses often bounce back quickly and this filly will be a threat if able to do just that. Hasn't always looked the easiest; will want to settle better round here back up in trip.
3	1 3rd (1) (17/2 -143%) Belcamo	8.5 17/2(-143%)	(1) Belcamo 17/2, Career best when winning 7-runner handicap (15/2) at Goodwood (12f, good) on latest start in June. First run for yard after leaving Andrew Balding and while more is needed off this 3 lb higher mark, he cannot be discounted. Propensity to pull hard is a concern back from a break but he's respected for his new yard.
4	5 4th (5) (7/2 +30%) Beat The Clock	3.5 7/2(+30%)	(5) Beat The Clock 7/2, 11/1, creditable third of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 28 days ago. LIkely to find one or two too good once again. Better for the step up to 1m4f at Wolverhampton a month ago; effort boosted since; player.
5th	3 5th (3) (5/1 +0%) Versatile	5 5/1(+0%)	(3) Versatile 5/1, Good third of 7 in handicap at Kempton (11f, 22/1) 33 days ago, clear of rest. Makes tapeta debut and possibilities here off the same mark. Found his level since upped to this trip on Polytrack; Kempton third reads well enough.
6th	6 6th (6) (9/2 +18%) Kokinelli	4.5 9/2(+18%)	(6) Kokinelli 9/2, 15/2, good third of 13 in handicap at Kempton (12f) 19 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and will have a serious chance off this unchanged mark, provided she takes to this surface. Fared better upped to 1m4f on her AW (Polytrack) debut earlier in the month; shortlisted.
7th	4 7th (4) (13/2 +46%) Mystical Maria	6.5 13/2(+46%)	(4) Mystical Maria 13/2, Winner at Carlisle in August. 14/1, tenth of 14 in handicap at York (10.2f, heavy) 16 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Others make more appeal on this occasion. Didn't build on Carlisle win last time; needs to improve for this stiffest test to date.

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BELCAMO has scope to progress over this sort of trip and, having won a deeper race over 1m4f at Goodwood when last seen, this upwardly-mobile three-year-old is fancied to brush aside just a 3lb rise on his debut for a new yard. Beat The Clock and Kokinelli are other strong contenders to consider, while Reyaadah Star is interesting back on a synthetic surface and support for her in the betting would be noteworthy.

REYAADAH STAR was knocking on the door prior to a slightly below-par display at Ayr earlier this month and she is taken to bounce back with a deserved success here. Next on the list is Kokinelli, who looks sure to pick up a race sooner rather than later judged on her improved third in a 13-runner Kempton handicap. Versatile also merits respect, while Belcamo is not discounted on debut for new connections,

The best may be yet to come from BEAT THE CLOCK, whose latest third has been well advertised since. Kokinelli is second choice.

20:00 Southwell Handicap (Class 5) 11f PREDICTION SIMULATION

20:30 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 8f - 12 Run Class & Speed Card

Info	Form	Odds	Comments
1	2 1st (2) (5/1 +58%) Savanna King	5 5/1(+58%)	(2) Savanna King 5/1, 15/2, below form seventh of 14 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft) 27 days ago. Makes tapeta debut and he's not without each-way hope. Been expensive to follow but the handicapper's given him every chance on his AW debut.
2	4 2nd (4) (5/1 +29%) Adelabella	5 5/1(+29%)	(4) Adelabella 5/1, Latest win at Newmarket in August. Bit below form fourth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 5/1) 19 days ago. 0-6 on the AW and she will probably come up short once more. Back on her last successful mark but she'll need to improve on previous AW efforts.
3	1 3rd (1) (8/1 -33%) Mercurius Power	8 8/1(-33%)	(1) Mercurius Power 8/1, C&D winner in August. 11/2, below form fourth of 10 in handicap back here 32 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Can make presence felt. This trip on Tapeta is what he's all about and he's quite capable of bouncing back.
4	8 4th (8) (16/1 -220%) Kondratiev Wave	16 16/1(-220%)	(8) Kondratiev Wave 16/1, Four wins from 12 runs this year. Won 9-runner handicap at Brighton (7f, good to soft, 4/1) 20 days ago, driven out. WIll probably cope with this 4 lb higher mark and he shouldn't be far away. Only run twice on Tapeta and his revised mark will test him on the different surface.
5th	7 5th (7) (10/1 -11%) King Of York	10 10/1(-11%)	(7) King Of York 10/1, Course winner. Good fourth of 12 in handicap at this course (7.1f, 10/1) 11 days ago, suited by way race developed. Others make more appeal on this occasion. Fine at this trip and is well handicapped having returned to form here (7f) 11 days ago.
6th	12 6th (12) (28/1 -12%) Mickey Mongoose	28 28/1(-12%)	(12) Mickey Mongoose 28/1, C&D winner. 10¾ lengths eleventh of 12 to Mercurius Power in handicap (18/1) at this C&D 59 days ago. Readily passed over. Wildly inconsistent; capable of popping up but others have more pressing claims.
7th	5 7th (5) (17/2 +39%) Mount King	8.5 17/2(+39%)	(5) Mount King 17/2, Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Ninth of 11 in handicap (13/2) at Hamilton (8.3f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Looks vulnerable for win purposes on this tapeta debut. AW debut; no explanation offered for his latest poor effort and others are more convincing.
8th	3 8th (3) (12/1 -118%) Dr Rio	12 12/1(-118%)	(3) Dr Rio 12/1, 11/2, won 11-runner handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good to soft) 34 days ago, suited by strong pace. 2 lb nudge fair enough but this is more demanding. Little room for error off this mark; will want one of his better breaks down to this trip.
9th	10 9th (10) (25/1 -79%) Makeen	25 25/1(-79%)	(10) Makeen 25/1, Latest win at Beverley in May. Seventh of 9 in handicap (8/1) at Pontefract (8f, heavy) 21 days ago, slowly away. Remains winless following 11 AW starts. Much better treated on the AW but the visor seems to have lost its impact.
10th	6 10th (6) (11/2 +31%) Bushfire	5.5 11/2(+31%)	(6) Bushfire 11/2, C&D winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. Fourth of 14 in handicap at Redcar (10f, soft, 11/2) 10 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and he's in with an each-way shout. Win and a close second to his name from four runs over C&D; potentially well treated.
11th	11 11th (11) (8/1 +33%) Enzos Angel	8 8/1(+33%)	(11) Enzos Angel 8/1, 7/1, last of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) on latest start 146 days ago. Went close off 2 lb higher mark at the same course in April and reproduction of that would give him a fighting chance. Habitual hard-puller; stays further and will want a proper test over this trip.
12th	9 12th (9) (10/1 +9%) Rise Hall	10 10/1(+9%)	(9) Rise Hall 10/1, Nineteen runs since last win in 2019. 20/1, eighth of 11 in handicap at Redcar (10f, good to firm) 89 days ago. 0-9 on AW and hopes pinned on the first-time cheekpieces sparking a return to form. Been on the downgrade in recent times; tried in another different form of headgear tonight.

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The reliable Kondratiev Wave and Dr Rio appeal based on recent efforts, with the former having the better record of the two on the all-weather and he may hold sway in that personal battle. However, cases can be made for several of the others when peak performances are factored into the equation. With that in mind, C&D scorer BUSHFIRE could take advantage of being 9lb below that last winning mark with first-time cheekpieces added. Adelabella and King Of York also warrant betting checks.

A chance is taken on ENZOS ANGEL, who was in good form at Wolverhampton earlier this year and, though below par on his last three starts, perhaps the summer break was needed. Mercurius Power is just 2 lb higher than for his C&D success in August and he looks dangerous, while Kondratiev Wave has been in good form in recent months and looks set for another prominent role. Bushfire could also have a part to play if responding well to the new headgear.

Bushfire is considered but preference is for the equally well-treated KING OF YORK, whose 7f win here in March came off 9lb higher.

20:30 Southwell Handicap (Class 6) 8f PREDICTION SIMULATION

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