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Temperature: 2.0° - 6.9°
Rainfall: none
Wind: 18.5 mph E
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Poor again despite racing too freely when well beaten in a bumper here last time. Hood is worn for the first time after a short break, but she has yet to show any worthwhile form in bumpers and up against it on hurdle debut.
Yet to place in three starts. Well beaten at 150-1 behind Broadway Ted when last of 8 on her latest outing in a NH flat race here over 2m (heavy) in December last year. She is wearing a hood for the first time.
Poor again despite racing too freely when well beaten in a bumper here last time. Hood is worn for the first time after a short break, but she has yet to show any worthwhile form in bumpers and up against it on hurdle debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P W Wadge | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Miss S E Forster | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved for debut experience when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel last time. Effective at 2m, well bred and consistent in bumpers, and she may do better over hurdles in time.
Placed in three NH flat races from seven starts. Finished 12l behind Radiator Springs when fifth of 17 at 5-1 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Clonmel over 2m 1f (heavy) earlier this month.
Improved for debut experience when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel last time. Effective at 2m, well bred and consistent in bumpers, and she may do better over hurdles in time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G Elliott | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Below par when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Newcastle last time. She looks in need of more experience and has yet to show her best form under rules.
Unplaced in all three starts. Well beaten at 250-1 behind Gaelic Rover when eighth of 12 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Newcastle over 2m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Below par when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Newcastle last time. She looks in need of more experience and has yet to show her best form under rules.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny McMenamin | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | I Jardine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Green and made mistakes on a modest debut when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Kelso last time. She has yet to show any signs of ability.
Yet to place in three starts. Well beaten at 200-1 behind They Want Me when eighth of 11 on her hurdling debut at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) in December last year.
Green and made mistakes on a modest debut when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Kelso last time. She has yet to show any signs of ability.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W Coltherd | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Fell in a novice hurdle at Warwick last time when booked for runner up spot. Effective at 2m5f and should be able to find a modest maiden, having shown enough to suggest this level is within reach.
Unplaced in both starts over hurdles. Fell at the last when 11-2 at Warwick over 2m 5f (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Indannya in December last year on her latest outing.
Fell in a novice hurdle at Warwick last time when booked for runner up spot. Effective at 2m5f and should be able to find a modest maiden, having shown enough to suggest this level is within reach.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Outpaced and below form when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Taunton last time. Effective at 2m on good ground and should do better yet, possibly over further.
Placed in two point-to-points from four starts. Finished 18l behind Heron In The Park when sixth of 13 at 12-1 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Taunton over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Outpaced and below form when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Taunton last time. Effective at 2m on good ground and should do better yet, possibly over further.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R Patrick | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | C Boultbee-Brooks | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Outpaced on a modest debut when well beaten in a bumper at Newcastle last time. Hood is worn for the first time and, as a point winner, she may need further than 2m under rules.
Successful in two point-to-points at 2m and 3m on good to firm and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Ronnie Russet when eighth of 15 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Newcastle over 2m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Outpaced on a modest debut when well beaten in a bumper at Newcastle last time. Hood is worn for the first time and, as a point winner, she may need further than 2m under rules.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jamie Hamilton | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | M Walford | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Solid effort under a penalty when second, beaten 4 1/4l, in a mares' bumper at Musselburgh last time. Absent for a very lengthy period and may need this, though she could have more to offer over hurdles.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m 1f on good to soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten 4 1/2l by Reflection Of You when second of 6 at 4-1 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Musselburgh over 2m 1f (soft) in April '24.
Solid effort under a penalty when second, beaten 4 1/4l, in a mares' bumper at Musselburgh last time. Absent for a very lengthy period and may need this, though she could have more to offer over hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B S Hughes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Ruth Jefferson | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Green and made mistakes but showed minor promise on debut when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Kelso last time. Off a long absence and may want further than 2m in time.
Placed in a point-to-point from two starts. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Bold Light when fifth of 10 on her hurdling debut at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) in October '24. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with N W Alexander.
Green and made mistakes but showed minor promise on debut when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Kelso last time. Off a long absence and may want further than 2m in time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D R Fox | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
COOLKATIE was still in contention when falling at the final flight over 2m5f at Warwick and this could prove a suitable opportunity for some compensation. The six-year-old travelled with enough verve to suggest that she will cope with a return to 2m and edges the vote over Apples Jane. Gordon Elliott's mare arrives on the back of a respectable fifth at Clonmel and isn't taken lightly in this weaker affair. Klassy Pearl may fare best of the remainder.
COOLKATIE looked set to place when coming down last time and a repeat of that may be enough here. The drop in trip won't be an issue and it's notable that the stable jockey makes the long trip north. Irish raider Apples Jane looks the biggest danger after an improved effort last time. Her bumper form suggests that she'll have more to offer in this discipline though the recent stable form is a slight concern. Bumper winner Sagonige is also worth following in the betting though she may just need this after a huge absence.
Badly hampered when closing but still ran to form when second, beaten 6l, in a handicap chase at Bangor-on-Dee last time. That was his chase debut up in trip and he looks well treated baaed on that; now back hurdling after a short break and can go well.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good to soft ground. Beaten 6l by Molto Bene when second of 11 at 13-2 on his chase debut at Bangor-on-Dee over 2m 4f (good) in October last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore.
Badly hampered when closing but still ran to form when second, beaten 6l, in a handicap chase at Bangor-on-Dee last time. That was his chase debut up in trip and he looks well treated baaed on that; now back hurdling after a short break and can go well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny McMenamin | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N G Richards | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
Won a handicap by 7l off a 4lb higher mark at Hexham two starts ago. Needed the run and did plenty early when comfortably held in a novice hurdle last time; off a short break and well treated on old form.
He has won three chases at 2m on soft and heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 16l behind Upon Tweed when fifth of 11 at 22-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m (heavy) in December last year.
Won a handicap by 7l off a 4lb higher mark at Hexham two starts ago. Needed the run and did plenty early when comfortably held in a novice hurdle last time; off a short break and well treated on old form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlotte Jones | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | James Moffatt | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Travelled well but did not find much and was a bit below form when beaten 9l in a handicap hurdle at Kelso last time, possibly outstaying the trip. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time and he is best around 2 1/2m. Has dropped to an attractive mark and could go well.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m 3f to 2m 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 9l behind Both Barrels when fifth of 7 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 7f (good to soft) in December last year.
Travelled well but did not find much and was a bit below form when beaten 9l in a handicap hurdle at Kelso last time, possibly outstaying the trip. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time and he is best around 2 1/2m. Has dropped to an attractive mark and could go well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 4 | 6 | 22.2% | |
| Hurdle | 16 | 4 | 6 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 4 | 7 | 21.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 9.1% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Bruce Lynn | 20 | 4 | 7 | 20% |
| T | N W Alexander | 20 | 4 | 7 | 20% |
Won by 3 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark here three starts ago. Effective at 2m4f and acts on various ground, but he wants a drop back in trip and his current mark demands more.
He has won four hurdle races at 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 11l behind Ikarak when fourth of 10 at 18-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 3m (soft) earlier this month. Has won at Ayr and Perth this season.
Won by 3 1/4l off a 5lb lower mark here three starts ago. Effective at 2m4f and acts on various ground, but he wants a drop back in trip and his current mark demands more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 4 | 5 | 17.4% | |
| Hurdle | 23 | 4 | 5 | 17.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| C | Course | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27.3% |
| D | Distance | 12 | 4 | 2 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 3 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 11 | 2 | 3 | 18.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 7.1% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Smith | 13 | 2 | 1 | 15.4% |
| T | R M Smith | 22 | 4 | 5 | 18.2% |
Made mistakes but still ran to form when just tiring late, beaten 9 1/4l, on his handicap debut over a longer trip at Musselburgh. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and progressive for the most part.
Placed in three hurdle races and a NH flat race from seven starts. Finished 9l behind Snowrocco when fifth of 8 at 9-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 3m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Made mistakes but still ran to form when just tiring late, beaten 9 1/4l, on his handicap debut over a longer trip at Musselburgh. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and progressive for the most part.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Gregor Walkingshaw | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
Had too much to do when ridden to see out the trip and finished fourth, beaten 8 1/4l, in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh last time. The trainer is in form and he is generally consistent over around 2 1/2m.
He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 8l behind Snowrocco when fourth of 8 at 28-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 3m (good to soft).
Had too much to do when ridden to see out the trip and finished fourth, beaten 8 1/4l, in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh last time. The trainer is in form and he is generally consistent over around 2 1/2m.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 3 | 5 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 21 | 3 | 5 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 2 | 3 | 13.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 16 | 1 | 3 | 6.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Callum Bewley | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | D Bourke | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Made mistakes but still ran to form when fourth, beaten 12l, in a handicap hurdle at Lingfield last time, possibly outstaying late over the longer trip. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and his recent form is strong.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on soft ground. Finished 12l behind Block Rockin Beats when fourth of 9 at 9-4fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Lingfield over 2m 7f (soft) in December last year.
Made mistakes but still ran to form when fourth, beaten 12l, in a handicap hurdle at Lingfield last time, possibly outstaying late over the longer trip. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and his recent form is strong.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| T | O Murphy | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Had every chance but was below form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle here last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time; effective over 2m4f to 3m but others look stronger and he is a weak finisher.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on soft ground, but last win was over six years ago. Finished 14l behind Ikarak when sixth of 10 at 12-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 3m (soft) earlier this month.
Had every chance but was below form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle here last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time; effective over 2m4f to 3m but others look stronger and he is a weak finisher.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 1 | 6 | 4.4% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 22 | 1 | 6 | 4.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 16 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Kit Alexander | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | N W Alexander | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved on his final qualifying run when beaten 4 1/4l in a novice hurdle at Wetherby last time. He returns from a short break, is effective around 2 1/2m and looks fairly treated on his opening handicap mark.
Placed in a point-to-point from six starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Get On George when fifth of 7 at 66-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 2m 4f (soft) in November last year.
Improved on his final qualifying run when beaten 4 1/4l in a novice hurdle at Wetherby last time. He returns from a short break, is effective around 2 1/2m and looks fairly treated on his opening handicap mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jamie Hamilton | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | M Walford | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Unseated rider in a handicap chase here last time and returns from a short break. Effective around 2 1/2m, but his form has tailed off since a lay-off.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good to soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Unseated rider when 8-1 here over 2m (heavy) in a chase won by Truckers Cruising in December last year on his chase debut.
Unseated rider in a handicap chase here last time and returns from a short break. Effective around 2 1/2m, but his form has tailed off since a lay-off.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 1 | 2 | 9.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R M Smith | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Ran to form but was unsuited by how the race developed when finishing third, beaten 15l, in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter last time. Effective at 2m and fairly treated if building on that recent revival, though he needs a good pace.
Winner of six hurdle races from 2m to 2m 3f on soft and heavy ground. Third of 5 behind Kenzoko beaten 15l at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m (soft) earlier this month.
Ran to form but was unsuited by how the race developed when finishing third, beaten 15l, in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter last time. Effective at 2m and fairly treated if building on that recent revival, though he needs a good pace.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 45 | 6 | 10 | 13.3% | |
| Hurdle | 45 | 6 | 10 | 13.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 40 | 6 | 11 | 15% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & H) | 23 | 5 | 6 | 21.7% |
| HG | Hood | 42 | 6 | 10 | 14.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 23 | 2 | 6 | 8.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 13 | 1 | 1 | 7.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Conor Rabbitt | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% |
| T | A B Hamilton | 39 | 6 | 7 | 15.4% |
Won by 7l off a 5lb lower mark at Carlisle two starts ago, but was poorly placed and only just saw out the trip when fifth, beaten 12l, last time. Now 1lb lower, he is well treated on old form and needs a drop in trip.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 4f on good and soft ground. Finished 12l behind Ikarak when fifth of 10 at 22-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 3m (soft) earlier this month. Has won at Carlisle and Perth this season.
Won by 7l off a 5lb lower mark at Carlisle two starts ago, but was poorly placed and only just saw out the trip when fifth, beaten 12l, last time. Now 1lb lower, he is well treated on old form and needs a drop in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 20 | 3 | 7 | 15% | |
| Hurdle | 16 | 3 | 6 | 18.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 14 | 2 | 4 | 14.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 6.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D R Fox | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | W Young Jnr | 10 | 2 | 2 | 20% |
Had every chance but was below form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh last time. She returns from a short break, is effective around 2 1/2m, but is currently out of form.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 15l behind Speed Davis when fifth of 11 at 80-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m 4f (good to soft) in November last year.
Had every chance but was below form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Musselburgh last time. She returns from a short break, is effective around 2 1/2m, but is currently out of form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 2 | 1 | 18.2% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 2 | 1 | 18.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B S Hughes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | L Kerr | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Diamond Geezer hasn't really kicked on as expected after his Perth triumph, for all that his defeats at Warwick and Lingfield have been respectable. Olly Murphy's charge may come up short once more, with SARACEN BEAU fancied to be the beneficiary. The seven-year-old found only a subsequent winner too strong on his chase bow at Bangor and, back under the tutelage of Nicky Richards, reverting to timber holds no fears. Eloi Du Puy is also of interest in first-time cheekpieces.
An open race can go to the lightly raced top weight SARACEN BEAU who was highly tried as a novice and that form is working out well. He showed improved form on his reappearance over fences where he was unlucky not to go close after being hampered but can make amends on his hurdles return back from a break. Rock Dj left his previous form behind on his final qualifying run when upped to 2 1/2m and looks to have been let in lightly for his handicap debut. He can fill the places with Eloi Du Puy who has slipped to an attractive mark following a disappointing spell chasing. He ran well for a long way on his hurdles return last time over further before his stamina gave way and could build on that with cheekpieces applied.
Outpaced before improving again but not appearing suited by the track when beaten 4l into third in the Grade 1 Kauto Star Novices' Chase at Kempton last time. Effective at 2 1/2-3m, with debut form franked and more to come over fences at 3m+ on stiffer tracks. Likely to outclass these.
Winner of two hurdle races, two NH flat races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 6 behind Kitzbuhel beaten 4l at 5-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Kauto Star Novices' Chase at Kempton over 3m (good) in December last year.
Outpaced before improving again but not appearing suited by the track when beaten 4l into third in the Grade 1 Kauto Star Novices' Chase at Kempton last time. Effective at 2 1/2-3m, with debut form franked and more to come over fences at 3m+ on stiffer tracks. Likely to outclass these.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 3 | 37.5% | |
| Chase | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 4 | 3 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 6 | 4 | 42.9% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 11 | 5 | 4 | 45.5% |
| T | Jamie Snowden | 11 | 5 | 4 | 45.5% |
Pulled up in the Rehearsal Handicap Chase at Newcastle on his latest start and returns here after a long absence. Effective over 3m, he had been consistent beforehand but is experienced and may lack fitness.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy, but last win was over four years ago. Pulled up at the 13th when 11-1 at Newcastle over 2m 7f (good) in a chase won by Frero Banbou in November '24 on his latest outing.
Pulled up in the Rehearsal Handicap Chase at Newcastle on his latest start and returns here after a long absence. Effective over 3m, he had been consistent beforehand but is experienced and may lack fitness.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 1 | 4 | 7.1% | |
| Chase | 9 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Bruce Lynn | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | N W Alexander | 15 | 2 | 4 | 13.3% |
Ran to form up in trip when second, beaten 1l, in a beginners' chase at Doncaster last time, finding less late after a battle. Cheekpieces are fitted for the first time; effective at 2 3/4-3m and a formerly classy hurdler who should be winning again soon.
Winner of three hurdle races, two NH flat races and a point-to-point from 2m 1f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten 1l by Blue Las in a match at 4-6fav on his latest outing in a chase at Doncaster over 3m (good) in December last year.
Ran to form up in trip when second, beaten 1l, in a beginners' chase at Doncaster last time, finding less late after a battle. Cheekpieces are fitted for the first time; effective at 2 3/4-3m and a formerly classy hurdler who should be winning again soon.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% | |
| Chase | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B S Hughes | 9 | 5 | 1 | 55.6% |
| T | D McCain Jnr | 10 | 5 | 1 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Grade 2 John Francome winner WENDIGO acquitted himself really well when third in the Kauto Star at Kempton on Boxing Day and he should take all the beating in these calmer waters. Jamie Snowden's charge has enough class to concede 6lb to his rivals, with Maximilian rating as the biggest threat. The 10-year-old has posted two creditable efforts in defeat over fences and can keep the selection honest. Donny Boy might be out of his depth on his comeback.
WENDIGO ran a big race in the Kauto Star last time despite hating the track and can take advantage of a drop in class here. The form of his previous Grade 2 victory has been franked at the same level so he should be able to shoulder a big weight here. Maximilian was successful at the same level over hurdles and he's returned from an absence in good form over fences. The form of his debut runner up effort took a boost at the weekend and he looks the only danger. The consistent and experienced Donny Boy is likely to need the outing.
Ran to form when benefiting from a drop in grade to win a maiden hurdle at Kelso by 2l last time. Effective at 2m; debut form has been franked, but the latest win was weak enough form and more is required to defy a penalty.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 10-11fav at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) in December last year, beating Quercus Robur by 2l.
Ran to form when benefiting from a drop in grade to win a maiden hurdle at Kelso by 2l last time. Effective at 2m; debut form has been franked, but the latest win was weak enough form and more is required to defy a penalty.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Bruce Lynn | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | N W Alexander | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Benefited from a drop in class on stable debut when winning a maiden hurdle at Southwell by a neck last time, having needed the run after a wind op. Effective over 2m to 2 1/2m; Listed placed in France and sets the standard, so could defy a penalty.
A winner at 25-1 in a maiden hurdle race at Southwell over 2m (good to soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Liam Mera Kai by a neck.
Benefited from a drop in class on stable debut when winning a maiden hurdle at Southwell by a neck last time, having needed the run after a wind op. Effective over 2m to 2 1/2m; Listed placed in France and sets the standard, so could defy a penalty.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Toby Wynne | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | S Allwood | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Green and hampered but did it cosily when making a very promising debut in a maiden hurdle at Newcastle, winning by a length last time. Off a short break; effective at 2m and should improve for that initial experience.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 6-5fav at Newcastle over 2m 4f (soft) earlier this month, beating Eagles Reprieve by 6l. Has won twice at Newcastle this season.
Green and hampered but did it cosily when making a very promising debut in a maiden hurdle at Newcastle, winning by a length last time. Off a short break; effective at 2m and should improve for that initial experience.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50% |
Improved on his second start after a wind op when winning a maiden hurdle here by 3 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m; steadily progressive and has a good record at Ayr.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on soft ground. A winner at 11-4 in a maiden hurdle race over this course and distance (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Wilstar by 3 1/2l.
Improved on his second start after a wind op when winning a maiden hurdle here by 3 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m; steadily progressive and has a good record at Ayr.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B S Hughes | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | A M Thomson | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
Improved under an aggressive ride at a sharp track when winning a maiden hurdle at Tramore by 5l last time. Effective at 2m; a dual bumper winner who is progressing over hurdles.
He has won a hurdle race and two NH flat races at 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 10-3 in a maiden hurdle race at Tramore over 2m 1f (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Arslan by 5l.
Improved under an aggressive ride at a sharp track when winning a maiden hurdle at Tramore by 5l last time. Effective at 2m; a dual bumper winner who is progressing over hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | G Elliott | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% |
Green and making mistakes when never involved and well beaten in a novice hurdle here last time. Usually held up; was well fancied on bumper debut but has yet to show much under rules.
Unplaced in all four starts. Well beaten at 300-1 behind Kilnesare Flight when eighth of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (heavy) earlier this month.
Green and making mistakes when never involved and well beaten in a novice hurdle here last time. Usually held up; was well fancied on bumper debut but has yet to show much under rules.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D R Fox | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Made a very promising debut in a good race when fourth, beaten 14l, in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time; effective at 2 1/2m and, as a point winner, should be winning soon over hurdles.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on yielding - soft ground. Finished 14l behind Frankie John when fourth of 11 at 25-1 on his hurdling debut at Leopardstown over 2m 4f (good - yielding) in December last year. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Made a very promising debut in a good race when fourth, beaten 14l, in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time; effective at 2 1/2m and, as a point winner, should be winning soon over hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Cheek Pieces | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | S R B Crawford | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Has yet to show any real signs of ability in his runs so far. Off a short break and still yet to show anything of note.
Unplaced in both starts over hurdles. Pulled up 3 out when 500-1 over this course and distance (soft) in a hurdle race won by Stop Loss in November last year on his latest outing. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Has yet to show any real signs of ability in his runs so far. Off a short break and still yet to show anything of note.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Smith | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R M Smith | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Outpaced and making a modest rules debut when finishing down the field in a bumper at Newcastle most recently. A point winner who may need further than 2m under rules.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Ronnie Russet when 11th of 15 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Newcastle over 2m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Outpaced and making a modest rules debut when finishing down the field in a bumper at Newcastle most recently. A point winner who may need further than 2m under rules.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P W Wadge | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Those carrying a 7lb penalty appear to have this between them and STEDE BONNET could be the pick. Gordon Elliott's charge was able to build on his hurdling introduction to finish second over C&D, before winning in fine style at Tramore. Given an official rating of 125 following that performance, he should be too strong for the likes of Sanilam, Irandando Has and Kelso winner Cavalier Du Luy.
STEDE BONNET left his previous form behind under an aggressive ride last time and is fancied to follow up. He beat a well touted rival that day and the form of his bumper wins suggests this better ground will suit. Irish Champ ran well in a hot maiden over the festive period where he travelled strongly before tiring. If building on that he can provide the biggest challenge down in distance. Irandando Has overcame a huge absence to make a winning stable debut last year and should have much more to offer judged on the form of his Listed placed effort in France. He can also make his presence felt in a hot novice.
Outpaced and may have found the ground on the quick side when fourth, beaten 19l, in a handicap chase at Chepstow last time. Off a short break; effective at 3m and suited by plenty of cut. Yet to fire over fences but consistent in this sphere.
Winner of three hurdle races and two point-to-points from 2m 3f to 3m on soft and heavy ground. Finished 19l behind Toss Of A Coin when fourth of 6 at 15-2 on her latest outing in a chase at Chepstow over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
Outpaced and may have found the ground on the quick side when fourth, beaten 19l, in a handicap chase at Chepstow last time. Off a short break; effective at 3m and suited by plenty of cut. Yet to fire over fences but consistent in this sphere.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R Patrick | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| T | C Boultbee-Brooks | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
Made too much use of up in trip but put in a decent effort when fourth, beaten 7l, in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle last time. Effective over 2-3m; below par this term but hinted at better latest and is unexposed as a stayer.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 1f on soft ground. Finished 7l behind Nab Wood when fourth of 6 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Carlisle over 3m 1f (soft) in December last year.
Made too much use of up in trip but put in a decent effort when fourth, beaten 7l, in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle last time. Effective over 2-3m; below par this term but hinted at better latest and is unexposed as a stayer.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 3 | 1 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 3 | 1 | 30% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P W Wadge | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Made mistakes and may not have stayed when well beaten in a handicap chase at Kelso last time. Off a short break; effective over 2 1/2-3m and generally consistent, so could be on a good mark back over hurdles at a track he likes.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f and 3m on soft ground. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Grozni when eighth of 11 on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 4m (soft) in December last year.
Made mistakes and may not have stayed when well beaten in a handicap chase at Kelso last time. Off a short break; effective over 2 1/2-3m and generally consistent, so could be on a good mark back over hurdles at a track he likes.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 2 | 5 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny McMenamin | 13 | 2 | 5 | 15.4% |
| T | N G Richards | 15 | 2 | 6 | 13.3% |
Never competitive after a series of errors when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter last time. Cheekpieces are fitted for the first time; usually held up; off a short break and consistent, remaining unexposed at 3m.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on heavy ground. Finished 16l behind Jalisco Star when last of 5 at 10-11fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 7f (soft) in December last year. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Never competitive after a series of errors when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter last time. Cheekpieces are fitted for the first time; usually held up; off a short break and consistent, remaining unexposed at 3m.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | O Murphy | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16.7% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Yard won this race last year and he scored by 3l off a 12lb lower mark at Wetherby on his penultimate start. Latest run worth marking up as poorly placed off steady pace. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time; effective over 2m-3m and remains a progressive sort.
Successful in two hurdle races at 3m on soft ground. Third of 9 behind Jakar Du Moulin beaten 3l at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ascot over 3m (good to soft) in December last year. Has won at Wetherby and Ayr this season.
Yard won this race last year and he scored by 3l off a 12lb lower mark at Wetherby on his penultimate start. Latest run worth marking up as poorly placed off steady pace. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time; effective over 2m-3m and remains a progressive sort.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jamie Hamilton | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| T | M Walford | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
Made mistakes and, despite having every chance, ran below form when fourth, beaten 18l, in a handicap hurdle at Kelso last time. Off a short break; effective over 2 1/2-3m but a bit below her best this term.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on soft ground. Finished 18l behind Glen Road when fourth of 10 at 12-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 7f (soft) in December last year.
Made mistakes and, despite having every chance, ran below form when fourth, beaten 18l, in a handicap hurdle at Kelso last time. Off a short break; effective over 2 1/2-3m but a bit below her best this term.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D R Fox | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Put in a poor run when stepped up in grade and was well beaten in a handicap hurdle here last time. A visor is fitted for the first time; effective over 2m6f-3m, but his form is going the wrong way.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 3m on soft ground, but last win was over three years ago. Well beaten at 33-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (soft) earlier this month.
Put in a poor run when stepped up in grade and was well beaten in a handicap hurdle here last time. A visor is fitted for the first time; effective over 2m6f-3m, but his form is going the wrong way.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 1 | 5 | 5.9% | |
| Hurdle | 13 | 1 | 5 | 7.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| C | Course | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| D | Distance | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 1 | 5 | 5.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & V) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Visor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 13 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Dominic Hislop | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N W Alexander | 17 | 1 | 5 | 5.9% |
Again ran below form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Haydock last time. Off a short break; effective at 3m but needs to prove his ability remains after a lay-off.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m 3f to 3m on soft and heavy ground, but last win was over three years ago. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Small Town Hero when fifth of 7 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Haydock over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
Again ran below form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Haydock last time. Off a short break; effective at 3m but needs to prove his ability remains after a lay-off.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 4 | 0 | 23.5% | |
| Hurdle | 17 | 4 | 0 | 23.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 4 | 1 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 13 | 2 | 0 | 15.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 15 | 2 | 0 | 13.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Bruce Lynn | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% |
| T | N W Alexander | 10 | 2 | 0 | 20% |
Rallied and ran to form when fourth, beaten 20l, in a maiden hurdle here last time, stepping up in trip. Effective over 2m1f-3m and generally consistent.
Placed in two hurdle races and two point-to-points from nine starts. Finished 20l behind Kings Champion when fourth of 11 at 28-1 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race here over 2m 4f (soft) earlier this month.
Rallied and ran to form when fourth, beaten 20l, in a maiden hurdle here last time, stepping up in trip. Effective over 2m1f-3m and generally consistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Quinlan | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | Mrs J Stephen | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Ran to form, showing a willing attitude when landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark here last time. Effective at 3m and suited by plenty of cut, he remains on a fair mark after returning to form.
Winner of six hurdle races from 2m 7f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. A winner at 11-2 in a hurdle race over this course and distance (heavy) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Maura Jeanne by 1 1/4l.
Ran to form, showing a willing attitude when landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark here last time. Effective at 3m and suited by plenty of cut, he remains on a fair mark after returning to form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 35 | 6 | 11 | 17.1% | |
| Hurdle | 35 | 6 | 11 | 17.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% |
| C | Course | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 15 | 3 | 3 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 35 | 6 | 11 | 17.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 21 | 4 | 3 | 19.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Craig Nichol | 19 | 5 | 6 | 26.3% |
| T | D W Whillans | 37 | 6 | 11 | 16.2% |
Outpaced but returned to form, handling the testing ground and out-battling the runner-up to land a handicap by a neck off a 3lb lower mark at Hexham last time. Trainer is in form; effective over 2 1/2-3m but a revised mark will demand more.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 3f and 2m 7f on good to soft and heavy ground. A winner at 4-1 in a hurdle race at Hexham over 2m 7f (heavy) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Guernesey by a neck.
Outpaced but returned to form, handling the testing ground and out-battling the runner-up to land a handicap by a neck off a 3lb lower mark at Hexham last time. Trainer is in form; effective over 2 1/2-3m but a revised mark will demand more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 2 | 6 | 13.3% | |
| Hurdle | 13 | 2 | 5 | 15.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| C | Course | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 2 | 6 | 13.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 11 | 2 | 5 | 18.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Callum Bewley | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% |
| T | I A Duncan | 18 | 2 | 6 | 11.1% |
Made too much use of when well beaten in a handicap hurdle here last time. Off a short break; effective over 2 1/2m and better over fences. On a fair mark but can be tricky to win with.
He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m 4f to 2m 7f on soft ground. Well beaten at 20-1 behind King Gris when last of 7 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 3f (heavy) in December last year.
Made too much use of when well beaten in a handicap hurdle here last time. Off a short break; effective over 2 1/2m and better over fences. On a fair mark but can be tricky to win with.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 33 | 4 | 7 | 12.1% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 2 | 2 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 11 | 2 | 0 | 18.2% |
| Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 26 | 4 | 5 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 16 | 1 | 3 | 6.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 14.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 29 | 4 | 6 | 13.8% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Joshua Thompson | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | W Coltherd | 34 | 4 | 7 | 11.8% |
Outpaced and ran below form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Kelso last time. Effective over 2 1/2-3m but inconsistent and does not look the force of old.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on soft ground, but that win was over three years ago. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Both Barrels when sixth of 7 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m 7f (good to soft) in December last year.
Outpaced and ran below form when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Kelso last time. Effective over 2 1/2-3m but inconsistent and does not look the force of old.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 1 | 2 | 5.3% | |
| Hurdle | 17 | 1 | 2 | 5.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 1 | 2 | 6.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (V only) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 10 | 1 | 2 | 10% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Reed | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss S E Forster | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Shoeshine Boy put a Wetherby fall behind him to record a cosy success over C&D and a 4lb rise won't ask too much more of him, but he might be vulnerable to the unexposed CANUNCLECANI. The seven-year-old showed ability over a variety of trips in maiden/novice events but a switch to handicaps, coupled with the step up to three miles, might bring out the best in him. Others to note include Buzz Iceclear and Adveram.
Chasing didn't quite go to plan over fences for PRESIDENT SCOTTIE but he can take advantage of a generous mark on his hurdling return. He boasts an excellent course record and was a winner off 1lb higher on his penultimate start in this discipline. He's proven versatile ground wise and with the drop in trip in his favour he can defeat Rocheval who tired late on his first attempt at 3m last time. However he travelled well for a long way and did much the best of those up with the pace so is worth another chance of what looks a lenient mark based on his novice form. Buzz Iceclear caught the eye last time when finishing well from off the pace in a race dominated from the front. The C&D winner should be on the premise here off just 2lb higher.
Made mistakes and was never involved when comfortably held below form in a handicap chase at Sandown last time, up in grade. Returns from a short break; effective at 2m-2m1f and acts on soft and good. Progressive in spring but below par this term.
He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 1f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Keep Running when last of 5 on his latest outing in a chase at Sandown over 1m 7f (good to soft) in December last year.
Made mistakes and was never involved when comfortably held below form in a handicap chase at Sandown last time, up in grade. Returns from a short break; effective at 2m-2m1f and acts on soft and good. Progressive in spring but below par this term.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 25 | 4 | 5 | 16% | |
| Chase | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 3 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 23 | 4 | 4 | 17.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 36.4% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B S Hughes | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% |
| T | Micky Hammond | 14 | 4 | 3 | 28.6% |
Had no obvious excuse when well beaten in a handicap chase at Haydock latest. Effective at 2m and suited by plenty of give, and now drops back towards a more workable mark.
Winner of a hurdle race and four chases at 2m on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Escapeandevade when last of 8 on his latest outing in a chase at Haydock over 2m (soft) in December last year.
Had no obvious excuse when well beaten in a handicap chase at Haydock latest. Effective at 2m and suited by plenty of give, and now drops back towards a more workable mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 26 | 5 | 5 | 19.2% | |
| Chase | 21 | 4 | 4 | 19.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| C | Course | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 21 | 5 | 4 | 23.8% |
| G | Similar Going | 26 | 5 | 5 | 19.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 27 | 5 | 5 | 18.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 12 | 2 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P W Wadge | 15 | 3 | 3 | 20% |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Far too free when comfortably held in a handicap chase here last time. Effective over 2m4f-2m6f and suited by plenty of cut, but unreliable and has had issues.
He has won two hurdle races and two point-to-points from 2m 4f to 3m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 22-1 when sixth of 9 on his latest outing in a chase here over 2m 4f (soft) earlier this month.
Far too free when comfortably held in a handicap chase here last time. Effective over 2m4f-2m6f and suited by plenty of cut, but unreliable and has had issues.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% | |
| Chase | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 4 | 0 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlotte Jones | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% |
| T | James Moffatt | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% |
Let down by jumping when well beaten on chase debut in a beginners chase at Down Royal latest. Effective over about 2 1/2m and suited by decent ground, but needs more.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on good to firm and good ground. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Slanagaibhgoleir when eighth of 12 on his chase debut at Down Royal over 2m 5f (good - yielding) in December last year.
Let down by jumping when well beaten on chase debut in a beginners chase at Down Royal latest. Effective over about 2 1/2m and suited by decent ground, but needs more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 2 | 2 | 15.4% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 2 | 2 | 13.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| T | S R B Crawford | 16 | 2 | 2 | 12.5% |
Did not find much after a bad error when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Uttoxeter last time. Had been in good form prior; usually held up; effective at 2m-2m4f and acts on good to soft and good, though there are slight enthusiasm concerns.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Jacques Clouseau when fifth of 10 on his latest outing in a chase at Uttoxeter over 2m 4f (good to soft) in December last year.
Did not find much after a bad error when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Uttoxeter last time. Had been in good form prior; usually held up; effective at 2m-2m4f and acts on good to soft and good, though there are slight enthusiasm concerns.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 0 | 5 | 0% | |
| Chase | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Craig Nichol | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | O Greenall & J Guerriero | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Kelso latest and is returning from a long layoff. Effective at 2m-2m4f on a sound surface; off since spring and may need this.
Successful in two chases at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground. Pulled up 2 out when 13-8fav at Kelso over 2m 4f (good) in a chase won by Andys Flame in April last year on his latest outing.
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Kelso latest and is returning from a long layoff. Effective at 2m-2m4f on a sound surface; off since spring and may need this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 2 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 2 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Quinlan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W Coltherd | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Travelled well but kicked on too soon when fourth beaten 20l up in trip in a handicap chase at Uttoxeter latest. Effective at 2m and acts on soft and good to soft; was consistent in spring, with hurdles form franked, and can do better over fences.
Placed in a hurdle race from six starts. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Jacques Clouseau when fourth of 10 on his latest outing in a chase at Uttoxeter over 2m 4f (good to soft) in December last year.
Travelled well but kicked on too soon when fourth beaten 20l up in trip in a handicap chase at Uttoxeter latest. Effective at 2m and acts on soft and good to soft; was consistent in spring, with hurdles form franked, and can do better over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Chase | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
On his last winning mark and returned to form when landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark here last time. Effective at 2m and acts on soft and good; remains well treated on hurdle form and is capable of better over fences.
He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m to 2m 1f on good and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 13-8fav over this course and distance (soft) earlier this month, beating Southey by 1 1/2l. Has also won at Kelso this season.
On his last winning mark and returned to form when landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark here last time. Effective at 2m and acts on soft and good; remains well treated on hurdle form and is capable of better over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 3 | 3 | 20% | |
| Chase | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| C | Course | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 10 | 2 | 2 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 2 | 3 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & H) | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27.3% |
| HG | Hood | 12 | 3 | 3 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Bruce Lynn | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% |
| T | N W Alexander | 15 | 3 | 3 | 20% |
Produced a better effort off a reduced mark back up in trip when second beaten 5l in a handicap chase at Musselburgh latest. Best around 2m and acts on heavy and good to soft; could be running into form from this mark.
He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 5l by O'Faolains Glory when second of 8 at 22-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Musselburgh over 2m 4f (good to soft) in December last year.
Produced a better effort off a reduced mark back up in trip when second beaten 5l in a handicap chase at Musselburgh latest. Best around 2m and acts on heavy and good to soft; could be running into form from this mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 3 | 2 | 15.8% | |
| Chase | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 10 | 3 | 1 | 30% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 2 | 2 | 13.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 11 | 1 | 2 | 9.1% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 13 | 1 | 2 | 7.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 15 | 1 | 2 | 6.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jamie Hamilton | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | A M Thomson | 18 | 3 | 2 | 16.7% |
Unseated mid-race in a handicap chase at Newcastle latest. Effective at 2m-2m4f and acts on soft and good to soft; holds a solid chance judged on his latest completed start.
A winner of a chase at 2m on soft ground. Unseated rider when 9-4fav at Newcastle over 2m 4f (good to soft) in a chase won by Always A Reason earlier this month on his latest outing.
Unseated mid-race in a handicap chase at Newcastle latest. Effective at 2m-2m4f and acts on soft and good to soft; holds a solid chance judged on his latest completed start.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 1 | 6 | 8.3% | |
| Chase | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| C | Course | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 1 | 6 | 8.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 1 | 7 | 7.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Callum Bewley | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | M Todhunter | 12 | 1 | 6 | 8.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Outpaced and never threatened but ran to form when third beaten 36l in a novice chase at Kelso on his most recent run. Usually held up; effective at 2m and suited by plenty of cut, and has run to modest hurdle form over fences.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f on heavy ground. Last of 3 behind The Four Sixes beaten 36l at 25-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 2m 1f (good to soft) in December last year. Runs from 6lb out of handicap.
Outpaced and never threatened but ran to form when third beaten 36l in a novice chase at Kelso on his most recent run. Usually held up; effective at 2m and suited by plenty of cut, and has run to modest hurdle form over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Reed | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Miss S E Forster | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% |
A confident vote goes to BALLYFORT, who has really got the hang of things over fences this term. On target at Kelso in October, he wasn't as good over the same C&D next time but he was back in the winning groove over this track and trip earlier in the month. Nick Alexander's charge is only 3lb higher and can brush aside class dropper Coup De Coeur en route to further success. Tommy Combats is also noted.
Last time out C&D winner Ballyfort looks the obvious place to start given his good course record. He boasts an impressive strike rate over fences and remains well treated on his best hurdle form so is respected but the form of that latest win is weak so he could be vulnerable. WOTTER TROTTER is yet to match his hurdles form but he showed much more last time under an overly aggressive ride with his stamina giving way late over 2 1/2m. Back down in distance with Skelton taking over he could be tough to catch. Tommy Combats has proven consistent when completing so should also play a part in the finish.
Promising debut when runner-up, beaten 3l in a maiden point at Oldcastle on only start. Returns from a long layoff and looks the stable second string on rules debut.
Beaten 3l by Green Style when second of 10 at 3-1fav on his racecourse debut at Oldcastle over 3m in March last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Robert Tector.
Promising debut when runner-up, beaten 3l in a maiden point at Oldcastle on only start. Returns from a long layoff and looks the stable second string on rules debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| NH Flat | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Conner McCann | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Promising debut when third, beaten 4l in a maiden point at Dawstown on debut. Market may prove the best guide on his rules debut.
Half-brother to Enki Flacke, won three times over hurdles at 2m and 2m 4f and in NH flat race at 2m. Third of 10 behind Inishbofin beaten 4l at 7-2fav on his racecourse debut at Dawstown over 3m in May last year. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Promising debut when third, beaten 4l in a maiden point at Dawstown on debut. Market may prove the best guide on his rules debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| NH Flat | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Quinlan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Lizzie Quinlan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Fair debut in a tongue-tie despite racing keenly when well beaten in a bumper at Down Royal on only start. Effective at 2m1f on yielding ground and improvement is likely now hurdling.
Well beaten at 8-1 behind Boycetown when fifth of 15 on his racecourse debut at Down Royal over 2m 1f (yielding) in December last year.
Fair debut in a tongue-tie despite racing keenly when well beaten in a bumper at Down Royal on only start. Effective at 2m1f on yielding ground and improvement is likely now hurdling.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | S R B Crawford | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Promising debut when third, beaten 5 1/2l in a bumper at Carlisle. Returns from a short break, is effective at 2m and on soft ground, and with debut form franked should progress.
Half-brother to Robelli, won in NH flat race at 2m. Third of 7 behind Loveable Reprobate beaten 6l at 33-1 on his racecourse debut at Carlisle over 2m 1f (soft) in November last year.
Promising debut when third, beaten 5 1/2l in a bumper at Carlisle. Returns from a short break, is effective at 2m and on soft ground, and with debut form franked should progress.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Craig Nichol | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | D W Whillans | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved when winning a maiden point at Tinahely by 7l last time. Returns from a break; a point winner who has joined a top yard that can get them ready first time.
A winner at 4-1fav in a point-to-point race at Tinahely over 3m on his latest outing in October last year, beating Impact Sub by 7l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Denis Paul Murphy in Ireland.
Improved when winning a maiden point at Tinahely by 7l last time. Returns from a break; a point winner who has joined a top yard that can get them ready first time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| NH Flat | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Power | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Travelled well on debut when a very promising third, beaten 2l in a bumper at Wetherby. Tongue-tie applied first time; effective at 2m and on soft ground, and should progress a little.
Dam won four times over hurdles between 2m and 2m 6f. Third of 15 behind A Likeable Rogue beaten 2 1/4l at 9-1 on his racecourse debut at Wetherby over 2m (soft) in December last year. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Travelled well on debut when a very promising third, beaten 2l in a bumper at Wetherby. Tongue-tie applied first time; effective at 2m and on soft ground, and should progress a little.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | D Killahena & G McPherson | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Modest debut when well beaten in a bumper at Newcastle on only start. Was well fancied on debut, so should be capable of better.
Full brother to Bubble Sea, won twice on the flat at 1m 4f and 1m 5f and twice in NH flat races at 1m 4f and 1m 6f. Beaten 20l behind Ronnie Russet at 5-2 when 9th of 11 on his racecourse debut at Newcastle over 2m 1f (good to soft) in December last year.
Modest debut when well beaten in a bumper at Newcastle on only start. Was well fancied on debut, so should be capable of better.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N W Alexander | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved when second, beaten a head in a maiden point at Loughrea latest. Returns from a break; point form has been franked under rules and he has joined a top yard.
Placed in a point-to-point from two starts. Beaten a head by Nimba when second of 9 at 5-1fav on his latest outing in a point-to-point race at Loughrea over 3m in October last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Donnchadh Doyle in Ireland.
Improved when second, beaten a head in a maiden point at Loughrea latest. Returns from a break; point form has been franked under rules and he has joined a top yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| NH Flat | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Promising debut when winning by 3/4l in a maiden point at Dromahane. Tongue-tie on first time; point form has been franked and she is a rare rules runner for the stable.
A winner at 8-1fav in a point-to-point race at Dromahane over 3m on her latest outing in April '24, beating Kap De Cerisy by 3/4l. She is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Robert Clancy in Ireland.
Promising debut when winning by 3/4l in a maiden point at Dromahane. Tongue-tie on first time; point form has been franked and she is a rare rules runner for the stable.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| NH Flat | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B S Hughes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Mrs Lucinda Hughes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
With many of these arriving from the pointing sphere, it looks best to heed the market signals. Dan Skelton's The Skecher makes appeal, as do stable companions Allfor and Finisk Pride, but the previous experience of KATAGAT might be crucial. The Diamond Boy gelding made a pleasing introduction at Wetherby and with the aid of a tongue-tie this time, he could take the necessary step forward.
A strong bumper where Katagat probably sets the standard on rules form following a placed effort on debut. He is open to plenty of improvement in a first time tongue tie with Sean Bowen taking over so is strongly respected. However it may be worth chancing newcomer The Skecher who represents a powerful trainer/jockey combination. He was only narrowly denied in a point last time out and his conqueror made a winning start in bumpers. Fellow point winners Finisk Pride and Myfriendcooper are also worth a check in the betting ahead of their debuts.
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