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Forecast: Light showers
Temperature: 6.2° - 11.6°
Rainfall: 1.49mm
Wind: 11.4 mph SW
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Latest form strong, having improved down in grade to land a handicap hurdle by 6l off 129 last time; not disgraced in Martin Pipe previously; potential class edge.
Winner of four hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 6f on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 11-4fav over this course and distance (good) in April, beating Whatsupwithyou by 6l.
Latest form strong, having improved down in grade to land a handicap hurdle by 6l off 129 last time; not disgraced in Martin Pipe previously; potential class edge.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 5 | 0 | 62.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 5 | 1 | 55.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Gordon | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| T | N J Henderson | 9 | 5 | 1 | 55.6% |
Too much to do but ran to form when well backed, appreciating the longer trip and beaten a length off 131 over 2m5f at Kempton last time. Generally consistent but may just need this.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 1m 7f to 2m 3f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1l by Aston Martini when second of 10 at 10-3jt-fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good) in March.
Too much to do but ran to form when well backed, appreciating the longer trip and beaten a length off 131 over 2m5f at Kempton last time. Generally consistent but may just need this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 3 | 6 | 23.1% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 2 | 6 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 3 | 8 | 18.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 3 | 8 | 18.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 16 | 3 | 8 | 18.8% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Made too much use of and failed to stay when finishing down the field in a Listed handicap hurdle over 3m at Punchestown; bit to find and vulnerable to less exposed rivals.
Winner of five hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 6f on good and good to soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 33-1 when 17th of 23 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 7f (yielding) in May.
Made too much use of and failed to stay when finishing down the field in a Listed handicap hurdle over 3m at Punchestown; bit to find and vulnerable to less exposed rivals.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 6 | 4 | 26.1% | |
| Hurdle | 20 | 5 | 4 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 26 | 7 | 5 | 26.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 15 | 5 | 3 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Kielan Woods | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | F O'Brien | 25 | 6 | 4 | 24% |
Too much to do when 8l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m at Listowel last time; consistent in top Irish handicaps and may get a bit further than 2m.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 12 behind Casheldale Lad beaten 8l at 17-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Listowel over 2m (good - yielding) last month.
Too much to do when 8l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m at Listowel last time; consistent in top Irish handicaps and may get a bit further than 2m.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 3 | 6 | 27.3% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 3 | 6 | 27.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 2 | 5 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| T | G Elliott | 12 | 3 | 6 | 25% |
Made too much use of up in trip and did not stay when down the field in the Galway Plate (Grade 3) over 2m7f; landed Grand Annual here in spring; off a short break; well treated on chase form; chance.
Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Western Fold when 12th of 22 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase in the Group 3 Tote Galway Plate at Galway over 2m 6f (good) in July.
Made too much use of up in trip and did not stay when down the field in the Galway Plate (Grade 3) over 2m7f; landed Grand Annual here in spring; off a short break; well treated on chase form; chance.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 5 | 2 | 23.8% | |
| Hurdle | 13 | 2 | 2 | 15.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 5 | 2 | 26.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Gilligan | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| T | C Collins | 12 | 3 | 1 | 25% |
Made mistakes and ran below form up in grade, needing easier ground when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m5f at Kempton; in good form prior; stiff mark.
He has won three hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 18l behind Aston Martini when sixth of 10 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good) in March.
Made mistakes and ran below form up in grade, needing easier ground when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m5f at Kempton; in good form prior; stiff mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 3 | 3 | 37.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Callum Pritchard | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P Hobbs & J White | 8 | 3 | 3 | 37.5% |
Ran to form and liked the track when 11l third in the William Hill Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) over 2m at Newbury; returning from a long layoff and probably has a bit more to come now stepped up in trip.
He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 17 behind Joyeuse beaten 11l at 6-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newbury over 2m (soft) in February.
Ran to form and liked the track when 11l third in the William Hill Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) over 2m at Newbury; returning from a long layoff and probably has a bit more to come now stepped up in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 3 | 37.5% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 3 | 3 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 4 | 4 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 4 | 3 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | T Symonds | 11 | 4 | 4 | 36.4% |
Unseated in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Chepstow last time where looked likely winner; well treated off unchanged mark; effective at 2 1/2m and may stay further; progressive.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to soft. Fell 3 out when 7-2 at Chepstow over 2m 3f (good) in a hurdle race won by Rambo T earlier this month on his latest outing.
Unseated in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Chepstow last time where looked likely winner; well treated off unchanged mark; effective at 2 1/2m and may stay further; progressive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P Hobbs & J White | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
Below form when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Aintree last time; usually held up and needs to prove ability remains after lay off
He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Wellington Arch when 10th of 20 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Aintree over 2m 4f (good to soft) in April.
Below form when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Aintree last time; usually held up and needs to prove ability remains after lay off
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Isabel Williams | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Evan Williams | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% |
Ran to form when 8 1/4l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m7f at Bangor-on-Dee last time; suited by good ground but the handicapper may be catching up.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m 3f to 2m 5f on good and good to soft ground. Third of 7 behind Lipa K beaten 8l at 8-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Bangor-on-Dee over 2m 7f (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Ran to form when 8 1/4l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m7f at Bangor-on-Dee last time; suited by good ground but the handicapper may be catching up.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 4 | 4 | 23.5% | |
| Hurdle | 17 | 4 | 4 | 23.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 28 | 7 | 5 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 13 | 3 | 2 | 23.1% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | J Coulson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Ran to form and was placed in the same race last year when second beaten 6l in a handicap hurdle here latest; trainer in form; consistent but frustrating.
Winner of four hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Beaten 6l by East India Express when second of 14 at 25-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (good) in April.
Ran to form and was placed in the same race last year when second beaten 6l in a handicap hurdle here latest; trainer in form; consistent but frustrating.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 34 | 4 | 13 | 11.8% | |
| Hurdle | 32 | 4 | 12 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| C | Course | 9 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 9 | 1 | 5 | 11.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 33 | 3 | 13 | 9.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & B) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| HG | Blinkers | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 17 | 2 | 5 | 11.8% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 10 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Elliott England | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | B Pauling | 34 | 4 | 13 | 11.8% |
Up in trip and probably failed to stay when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Aintree last time; consistent but stamina concerns.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Wellington Arch when 15th of 20 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Aintree over 2m 4f (good to soft) in April.
Up in trip and probably failed to stay when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Aintree last time; consistent but stamina concerns.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 4 | 4 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 16 | 4 | 4 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 4 | 4 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | F O'Brien | 16 | 4 | 4 | 25% |
Keen and probably failed to stay, needing the run when fourth beaten 39l in a novice hurdle over 2m7f at Bangor-on-Dee last time; good mark on previous win; in the mix.
He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 7-4 behind Ki Woo when last of 4 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Bangor-on-Dee over 2m 7f (good) in April.
Keen and probably failed to stay, needing the run when fourth beaten 39l in a novice hurdle over 2m7f at Bangor-on-Dee last time; good mark on previous win; in the mix.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Lily Pinchin | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | C E Longsdon | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
Returned to form down in trip, too much to do after conceding first run when beaten 3l off 115 over 2m5f at Bellewstown last time; off a short break and effective at 2 1/2m; in form and well treated on previous UK runs.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good to soft ground. Beaten 2 3/4l by Birmingham Alabama when second of 13 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Bellewstown over 2m 4f (good) in August.
Returned to form down in trip, too much to do after conceding first run when beaten 3l off 115 over 2m5f at Bellewstown last time; off a short break and effective at 2 1/2m; in form and well treated on previous UK runs.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 1 | 4 | 8.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | A Harvey | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | J C McConnell | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Bit below form when beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Punchestown last time; plenty of good course form; looks a pick on race times.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Finished 8l behind Thanksforthehelp when sixth of 25 at 22-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 3f (yielding) in April.
Bit below form when beaten 8 1/4l in a handicap hurdle over 2m3f at Punchestown last time; plenty of good course form; looks a pick on race times.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 4 | 3 | 17.4% | |
| Hurdle | 23 | 4 | 3 | 17.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| Distance | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 23 | 4 | 5 | 17.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 9.1% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 14 | 1 | 1 | 7.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Davies | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | D Pipe | 25 | 4 | 5 | 16% |
Travelled well and did it cosily, improving up in trip to win a maiden hurdle at Lingfield by 9l last time; effective at 2-2 1/2m and acts on soft or good to soft; progressive in maidens though opening mark demands more.
Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 5-2fav at Lingfield over 2m 3f (soft) in February, beating Washington Singer by 9l.
Travelled well and did it cosily, improving up in trip to win a maiden hurdle at Lingfield by 9l last time; effective at 2-2 1/2m and acts on soft or good to soft; progressive in maidens though opening mark demands more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | Christian Williams | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
Too much to do on handicap debut, looking in need of a stiffer test when fourth beaten 29l in a handicap hurdle at Worcester; progressive and may stay a bit further than 2 1/2m.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on good ground. Well beaten at 17-2 behind Don Virginia when fourth of 15 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Worcester over 2m 4f (good) last month. Has won at Worcester and Ludlow this season.
Too much to do on handicap debut, looking in need of a stiffer test when fourth beaten 29l in a handicap hurdle at Worcester; progressive and may stay a bit further than 2 1/2m.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 2 | 4 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 2 | 4 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 7 | 2 | 4 | 28.6% |
Improved up in trip under a positive ride when winning a handicap by 2 1/4l off 106 over 2m3f at Stratford last time; effective at 2m-2m2f and acts on soft or good; progressing.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m 1f and 2m 3f on good and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 5-4fav at Stratford over 2m 3f (good) earlier this month, beating Fourtowns by 2 1/4l.
Improved up in trip under a positive ride when winning a handicap by 2 1/4l off 106 over 2m3f at Stratford last time; effective at 2m-2m2f and acts on soft or good; progressing.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Turner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
Scored by 1/2l off 106 over 2m7f at Uttoxeter in July; unsuited by the drop in trip but ran to form when fourth beaten 4 1/2l off 110 last time; suited by a sound surface and 3m; consistent.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m 4f to 2m 7f on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Got A Dream when fourth of 16 at 28-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 2m 3f (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
Scored by 1/2l off 106 over 2m7f at Uttoxeter in July; unsuited by the drop in trip but ran to form when fourth beaten 4 1/2l off 110 last time; suited by a sound surface and 3m; consistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 3 | 5 | 13% | |
| Hurdle | 22 | 3 | 5 | 13.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 23 | 3 | 4 | 13% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Atkins | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 10 | 2 | 4 | 20% |
Made mistakes, outpaced and below form on handicap debut when well beaten over 2m at Newbury; in good form prior; dual 2m winner on flat and hurdles, acts with cut, may improve over this bit further in this sphere.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good to soft ground. Well beaten at 13-2 behind Bucephalus when eighth of 11 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newbury over 2m (soft) in January. Runs from 3lb out of handicap.
Made mistakes, outpaced and below form on handicap debut when well beaten over 2m at Newbury; in good form prior; dual 2m winner on flat and hurdles, acts with cut, may improve over this bit further in this sphere.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C Gethings | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | R Stephens | 7 | 4 | 0 | 57.1% |
This has gone the way of a five-year-old in three of the last five renewals and FRENCH SHIP is fancied to improve that trend. The son of French Navy was well in contention when falling just after the third-last in the Silver Trophy at Chepstow earlier this month and goes off an unchanged rating. East India Express bolted up at this venue when last seen, to make it three wins from his last four starts, and has to be respected. Jazzy Matty and The Expensive One are just two others to consider.
FRENCH SHIP looked a huge threat when coming down last time and if none the worse for that experience he could be tough to beat here. He gets to race off the same mark here and boasts a fitness edge on East India Express who may be his main challenger. That rival wasn't disgraced in the Martin Pipe before winning here in a lower grade in the spring in decisive fashion. He still looks ahead of his mark and could prove a class apart from these off top weight. Bowensonfire has been in excellent form in high end handicaps in Ireland this summer and has looked ready for this step up in trip. He's versatile ground wise and should also be on the premises in a strong opener.
Ran to form when suited by a positive ride at a favoured venue, winning a handicap chase at Newton Abbot by 4l last time. Progressive at 2m on good ground, but a revised mark or rise in grade will demand more again.
Has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and five chases from 2m to 2m 3f on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when evens fav at Newton Abbot over 2m (good) last month, beating Breaking Cover by 4l. Has won 3 times at Newton Abbot this season.
Ran to form when suited by a positive ride at a favoured venue, winning a handicap chase at Newton Abbot by 4l last time. Progressive at 2m on good ground, but a revised mark or rise in grade will demand more again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 7 | 0 | 46.7% | |
| Chase | 8 | 5 | 0 | 62.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 10 | 6 | 0 | 60% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 8 | 0 | 47.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 6 | 5 | 0 | 83.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jay Tidball | 7 | 5 | 0 | 71.4% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 17 | 8 | 0 | 47.1% |
Ran to form when outclassing rivals to win the BetVictor Novice Chase (Grade 3) at Punchestown over 2m2f by 2 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m and generally consistent; sets standard but battling qualities a worry.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase when 5-4fav in the Group 3 BetVictor Novice Chase at Punchestown over 2m 2f (good - yielding), beating Birdie Or Bust by 2 1/2l.
Ran to form when outclassing rivals to win the BetVictor Novice Chase (Grade 3) at Punchestown over 2m2f by 2 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m and generally consistent; sets standard but battling qualities a worry.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 4 | 6 | 25% | |
| Chase | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 10 | 1 | 5 | 10% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 5 | 7 | 27.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 9 | 4 | 3 | 44.4% |
| T | G Elliott | 19 | 5 | 7 | 26.3% |
The yard has won the last two runnings of this race. Ran to form, aided by a late faller, when landing a beginners' chase at Sligo over 2m2f by 2l last time. Shows best form with cut and is progressing over fences.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m and 2m 1f on good - yielding and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 2-1fav at Sligo over 2m 1f (good - yielding) earlier this month, beating Blaze The Way by 1 3/4l.
The yard has won the last two runnings of this race. Ran to form, aided by a late faller, when landing a beginners' chase at Sligo over 2m2f by 2l last time. Shows best form with cut and is progressing over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 2 | 6 | 15.4% | |
| Chase | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 1 | 4 | 14.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 2 | 8 | 13.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 2 | 7 | 15.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Eoin Staples | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G P Cromwell | 15 | 2 | 8 | 13.3% |
Jumped well and ran to his best on chase debut when winning a beginners' chase at Uttoxeter by 3 1/2l last time. Trainer in form; effective at 2m and acts on soft and good ground. Consistent performer over hurdles last term. Strong claims.
He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 2f on good and soft ground. A winner at 5-2 in a chase at Uttoxeter over 2m (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Country Mile by 3 1/2l.
Jumped well and ran to his best on chase debut when winning a beginners' chase at Uttoxeter by 3 1/2l last time. Trainer in form; effective at 2m and acts on soft and good ground. Consistent performer over hurdles last term. Strong claims.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 4 | 3 | 36.4% | |
| Chase | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 9 | 3 | 3 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 5 | 3 | 38.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| T | O Murphy | 8 | 3 | 3 | 37.5% |
Jumped boldly and ran to his best on chase debut when winning a beginners' chase at Fairyhouse over 2m1f by 1 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m, acts on soft and good ground, with more to come over fences; point form suggests he'll stay further.
He has won a hurdle race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good - yielding and yielding ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 2-1fav at Fairyhouse over 2m (yielding) earlier this month, beating Full Of Life by 1 1/2l.
Jumped boldly and ran to his best on chase debut when winning a beginners' chase at Fairyhouse over 2m1f by 1 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m, acts on soft and good ground, with more to come over fences; point form suggests he'll stay further.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Chase | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Gilligan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | G Elliott | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
The yard has won two of the last ten runnings of this race. Returned to form down in grade after a break on chase debut when second, beaten 3 1/2l in a beginners' chase at Uttoxeter. Effective at 2m, with more to come over fences, likely over further but this stiff track will suit.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Alnilam when second of 3 at 3-1 on his chase debut at Uttoxeter over 2m (good) earlier this month.
The yard has won two of the last ten runnings of this race. Returned to form down in grade after a break on chase debut when second, beaten 3 1/2l in a beginners' chase at Uttoxeter. Effective at 2m, with more to come over fences, likely over further but this stiff track will suit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
Improved on chase debut when winning a novice chase at Listowel over 2m3f by 3l last time. A progressive hurdler last term at 2–2 1/2m and looks likely to progress further over fences.
She has won two hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 2f to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding. A winner at 10-3 in a chase at Listowel over 2m 3f (yielding) on her latest outing last month, beating Enjoy The Dream by 2 3/4l.
Improved on chase debut when winning a novice chase at Listowel over 2m3f by 3l last time. A progressive hurdler last term at 2–2 1/2m and looks likely to progress further over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% | |
| Chase | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 4 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | A Harvey | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| T | J C McConnell | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% |
Alnilam beat Country Mile by over three lengths on his chasing bow at Uttoxeter, making every yard of the running, and Olly Murphy's charge can confirm that form to go close. However, KING OF KINGSFIELD struck in Grade 3 company at Punchestown on his most recent start and sets the standard. Gordon Elliott's seven-year-old has finished in the places at the top level over the smaller obstacles and could be a class above.
King Of Kingsfield sets the standard on his Graded victory last time and he was the best of these over hurdles. However he is far more exposed than most and he can often falter in a finish so this track may not be ideal. ALNILAM made an impressive chase debut earlier in the month jumping boldly at a stiff track so he could cause a minor upset up in grade here. He does have competition for the lead but if settling in front he can once again see off Country Mile. That re-opposing rival has some good course hurdles form and will be hoping this turns into a stiff test given his run style.
The yard won this last year. Outpaced and never threatened when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Perth last time. Usually held up and returns from a short break; looks on a stiff mark.
Winner of five hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to good - yielding. Well beaten at 15-2 behind Here Comes Georgie when last of 6 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Perth over 2m (good) in August.
The yard won this last year. Outpaced and never threatened when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Perth last time. Usually held up and returns from a short break; looks on a stiff mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 25 | 5 | 3 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 24 | 5 | 3 | 20.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 16 | 2 | 2 | 12.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 30 | 5 | 5 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | A Harvey | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Collins | 31 | 5 | 5 | 16.1% |
Below form when stepped up in grade and finished down the field in the Top Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1) at Aintree last time. Had been in good form before and still has a bit to come.
He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Salvator Mundi when last of 9 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 TrustATrader Top Novices' Hurdle at Aintree over 2m (good) in April.
Below form when stepped up in grade and finished down the field in the Top Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1) at Aintree last time. Had been in good form before and still has a bit to come.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Andrews | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N B King | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
A little free but ran to form when beaten 2l off 126 over 2m1f at Market Rasen last time. Effective at 2m on good to soft and good ground. Fair mark on Flat form and remains progressive.
He has won three hurdle races at 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft (latest flat win was in June). Finished 1 1/2l behind Saligo Bay when fourth of 12 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Market Rasen over 2m 1f (good) last month.
A little free but ran to form when beaten 2l off 126 over 2m1f at Market Rasen last time. Effective at 2m on good to soft and good ground. Fair mark on Flat form and remains progressive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 5 | 6 | 27.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 22 | 6 | 5 | 27.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Alex Chadwick | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | James Owen | 15 | 5 | 3 | 33.3% |
Needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Effective at 2m and acts on any ground but may need to drop a few pounds to be competitive.
Winner of three hurdle races and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 20l behind Celtic Dino when fifth of 9 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 2m (good) earlier this month.
Needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Effective at 2m and acts on any ground but may need to drop a few pounds to be competitive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 3 | 4 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 15 | 3 | 4 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 13 | 3 | 4 | 23.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 4 | 3 | 26.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 5 | 5 | 26.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Turner | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| T | Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies | 19 | 5 | 5 | 26.3% |
Keen but ran to form when benefitting from a drop in grade to land a handicap by 1/2l off 119 over 2m1f here last time. Probably still has a bit to come.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 7-2fav here over 2m 1f (good) in April, beating Game Colours by 1/2l.
Keen but ran to form when benefitting from a drop in grade to land a handicap by 1/2l off 119 over 2m1f here last time. Probably still has a bit to come.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 3 | 5 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 15 | 3 | 5 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 15 | 2 | 6 | 13.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 3 | 8 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 18 | 3 | 8 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Gordon | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16.7% |
| T | C Gordon | 18 | 3 | 8 | 16.7% |
The yard has won two of the last ten runnings of this race. Every chance when running roughly to form, beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Uttoxeter last time. Consistent but frustrating performer.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 6l behind Idy Wood when sixth of 10 at 9-4fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 4f (good) last month.
The yard has won two of the last ten runnings of this race. Every chance when running roughly to form, beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Uttoxeter last time. Consistent but frustrating performer.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 20 | 3 | 6 | 15% | |
| Hurdle | 20 | 3 | 6 | 15% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 27 | 3 | 6 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 35 | 6 | 6 | 17.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 15 | 1 | 4 | 6.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Fern O'Brien | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | F O'Brien | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Yard won this last year. Improved when needing every yard down in trip to land a handicap by 1/2l off 107 over 2m1f at Galway last time. Progressive at 2m, likely to get 2 1/2m, acts on yielding and good ground.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m 1f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to yielding. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 11-4fav at Galway over 2m 1f (yielding) earlier this month, beating Harpy Eagle by 1/2l.
Yard won this last year. Improved when needing every yard down in trip to land a handicap by 1/2l off 107 over 2m1f at Galway last time. Progressive at 2m, likely to get 2 1/2m, acts on yielding and good ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 3 | 1 | 27.3% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 3 | 1 | 27.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 3 | 1 | 21.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 3 | 1 | 21.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Eoin Staples | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | C Collins | 11 | 3 | 1 | 27.3% |
Keen when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m5f at Kempton last time. Had been in good form before that but has a bit to find.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 14l behind Saint Anapolino when sixth of 12 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good to soft) in February.
Keen when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle over 2m5f at Kempton last time. Had been in good form before that but has a bit to find.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Callum Pritchard | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | T Symonds | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
Scored by a neck off 92 over 1m6f at Wolverhampton on his penultimate start. Back from a short break; acts on a sound surface and effective from 14f to 16f. A consistent dual-purpose performer, unexposed in handicap hurdles, with a fair mark in that sphere.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on good ground (latest flat win was in July). Finished 4l behind Sauce Of Life when fourth of 8 at 9-1 on his latest NH outing in a hurdle race at Doncaster over 2m 3f (good to soft) in December last year.
Scored by a neck off 92 over 1m6f at Wolverhampton on his penultimate start. Back from a short break; acts on a sound surface and effective from 14f to 16f. A consistent dual-purpose performer, unexposed in handicap hurdles, with a fair mark in that sphere.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 23 | 3 | 2 | 13% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 32 | 8 | 5 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Nathan Howie | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | James Owen | 12 | 5 | 2 | 41.7% |
The yard has won two of the last ten runnings of this race. Returned to form, benefitting from a reappearance when 7l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m1f at Newton Abbot most recently. Strong traveller has had wind op and should get race run to suit here.
She has won three hurdle races at 2m on good and good to soft ground. Third of 5 behind Inside Man beaten 7l at 9-2 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Newton Abbot over 2m 1f (good to soft) last month.
The yard has won two of the last ten runnings of this race. Returned to form, benefitting from a reappearance when 7l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m1f at Newton Abbot most recently. Strong traveller has had wind op and should get race run to suit here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 9 | 3 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Broughton | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| T | F O'Brien | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% |
The yard has won two of the last ten runnings of this race. Well backed, keen and ran to form when 4 1/4l third in a novice hurdle at Chepstow most recently. Bit more to come judged on French form.
A winner of a hurdle race at 1m 7f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Inside Man beaten 4 1/2l at 4-6fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 2m (good) in April.
The yard has won two of the last ten runnings of this race. Well backed, keen and ran to form when 4 1/4l third in a novice hurdle at Chepstow most recently. Bit more to come judged on French form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Keighley | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P F Nicholls | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ran to form when 4 1/4l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m1f at Downpatrick most recently. Effective at 2m and suited by a sound surface; consistent in a short career.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 2f on good ground. Third of 6 behind Oh Janey beaten 4 1/2l at 11-2 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Downpatrick over 2m 1f (yielding) earlier this month.
Ran to form when 4 1/4l third in a handicap hurdle over 2m1f at Downpatrick most recently. Effective at 2m and suited by a sound surface; consistent in a short career.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P Hanlon | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J C McConnell | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
Improved but looked in need of a stiffer test when fourth, beaten 8l in a novice over 10f at Bath last time. Effective at 2m; a progressive hurdler who looks suited to long-distance Flat handicaps. Bit more needed on hurdles return though.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to yielding. Finished 4l behind Grey Skies when fourth of 9 at 10-3fav on his latest NH outing in a hurdle race at Cartmel over 2m 1f (good) in August. Has won at Market Rasen and Worcester this season.
Improved but looked in need of a stiffer test when fourth, beaten 8l in a novice over 10f at Bath last time. Effective at 2m; a progressive hurdler who looks suited to long-distance Flat handicaps. Bit more needed on hurdles return though.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 4 | 2 | 19.1% | |
| Hurdle | 21 | 4 | 2 | 19.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 14 | 2 | 1 | 14.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 22 | 4 | 2 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 2 | 0 | 13.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Mitchell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | James Owen | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Found little and was outclassed when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Trainer in form, and had been steadily progressive at 2m on good ground until that run.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Celtic Dino when eighth of 9 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 2m (good) earlier this month. Has won twice at Worcester this season.
Found little and was outclassed when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Trainer in form, and had been steadily progressive at 2m on good ground until that run.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 2 | 6 | 11.1% | |
| Hurdle | 18 | 2 | 6 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 16 | 2 | 6 | 12.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 3 | 6 | 12% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 26 | 4 | 8 | 15.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Joe Anderson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A Ralph | 19 | 2 | 6 | 10.5% |
Scored by a neck off 106 over 2m1f at Cartmel on his penultimate start. Went clear and ran to form when third, beaten 7 1/4l off 110 last time after doing too much too soon. Effective at 2m on good ground and remains well treated on old hurdle and chase form.
Winner of four hurdle races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 8 behind Graecia beaten 7l at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Worcester over 2m (good) last month. Has won at Cartmel and Worcester this season.
Scored by a neck off 106 over 2m1f at Cartmel on his penultimate start. Went clear and ran to form when third, beaten 7 1/4l off 110 last time after doing too much too soon. Effective at 2m on good ground and remains well treated on old hurdle and chase form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 28 | 6 | 5 | 21.4% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 4 | 2 | 36.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 27 | 5 | 5 | 18.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & B) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| HG | Blinkers | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 18 | 2 | 4 | 11.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | William Maggs | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | D McCain Jnr | 26 | 6 | 5 | 23.1% |
Rubber Ball progressed in each of his first five starts under Rules before finding Grade 1 company too big an ask at Aintree in April. He now makes his handicap debut and needs considering, but the vote goes to KING WILLIAM RUFUS. The eight-year-old was successful in this grade here when last seen and returns off just a 4lb higher rating. If he is ready to go, he could prove hard to beat. The hat-trick seeking Torquay Road and Cavern Club aren't ruled out either.
Fergal O'Brien has a good record in this race so it may pay to focus on his pair Liverpool Knight and LELOOPA. The former is admirably consistent and should find this stiff 2m ideal but his battling qualities are of concern having thrown away a number of good opportunities. His stablemate has been running into form this autumn and has had a wind op since her last run so is likely open to further improvement. She's a strong traveller so the likely fast pace can set it up for her and the strong staying Scintillante. He was outclassed last time but should find this easier with the stiff track playing to his strengths.
Benefited from a drop in class, finishing 2 1/4l third in a bumper at Chepstow last time; progressive at 2m in bumpers and has more to offer over hurdles.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on good to soft ground. Third of 8 behind Brecharnon beaten 2 1/4l at 5-4fav on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Chepstow over 2m (good) in March.
Benefited from a drop in class, finishing 2 1/4l third in a bumper at Chepstow last time; progressive at 2m in bumpers and has 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 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Dylan Johnston | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | S Thomas | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Needed the run and looked in need of a stiffer test when 5l third in a maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter last time; hood on for the first time; effective at 2m on good to soft or soft ground and should be suited by this stiffer track.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on good ground. Third of 9 behind Top Jimmy beaten 5l at 6-5fav on his hurdling debut at Uttoxeter over 2m (good) earlier this month. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
Needed the run and looked in need of a stiffer test when 5l third in a maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter last time; hood on for the first time; effective at 2m on good to soft or soft ground and should be suited by this stiffer track.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Bit keen but ran to form when comfortably held in the Persian War Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) over 2m3f at Chepstow last time; in good form beforehand; effective from 2m to 2 1/2m on soft or good ground and may have reached his level.
He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 4f on good to soft ground. Finished 14l behind Sticktotheplan when fifth of 8 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 DragonBet Persian War Novices' Hurdle at Chepstow over 2m 3f (good).
Bit keen but ran to form when comfortably held in the Persian War Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) over 2m3f at Chepstow last time; in good form beforehand; effective from 2m to 2 1/2m on soft or good ground and may have reached his level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 4 | 3 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | F O'Brien | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
Ran to form to defy a penalty, having the run of the race from the front when winning a novice hurdle at Kelso over 2m5f by a head last time; enjoys making the running and is effective from 2m2f to 2m6f on good ground; a bumper winner progressing over hurdles.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m 3f to 2m 5f on good ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 8-15fav at Kelso over 2m 5f (good) last month, beating Jentobello by a head. Has also won at Bellewstown this season.
Ran to form to defy a penalty, having the run of the race from the front when winning a novice hurdle at Kelso over 2m5f by a head last time; enjoys making the running and is effective from 2m2f to 2m6f on good ground; a bumper winner progressing over hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | A Harvey | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
| T | J C McConnell | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% |
Improved to defy a penalty when winning a novice hurdle at Stratford by 4l last time; effective at 2m on good to soft or good ground; quirky but showing plenty of ability and progressing.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 7-4fav at Stratford over 2m (good) earlier this month, beating Test The Market by 4l. Has also won at Worcester this season.
Improved to defy a penalty when winning a novice hurdle at Stratford by 4l last time; effective at 2m on good to soft or good ground; quirky but showing plenty of ability and progressing.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Jack Jones | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Did it readily and improved again at a favoured venue on handicap debut when winning a handicap hurdle at Perth by 2l last time; progressive over 2m on a sound surface but rise in grade demands more.
He has won three hurdle races at 2m on good ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 10-11fav at Perth over 2m (good) last month, beating Pure Gold by 2l. Has won 3 times at Perth this season.
Did it readily and improved again at a favoured venue on handicap debut when winning a handicap hurdle at Perth by 2l last time; progressive over 2m on a sound surface but rise in grade demands more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B S Hughes | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
| T | P Neville | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
Quickened clear cosily for a very impressive debut when winning a maiden hurdle at Market Rasen over 2m1f by 7 1/2l last time; effective at 2m; more to come over hurdles, a point winner who will stay further and looks useful.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a point-to-point from 2m 1f to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 2-7fav at Market Rasen over 2m 1f (good) earlier this month, beating Pioneer Pete by 8l.
Quickened clear cosily for a very impressive debut when winning a maiden hurdle at Market Rasen over 2m1f by 7 1/2l last time; effective at 2m; more to come over hurdles, a point winner who will stay further and looks useful.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
Ran to form when second, beaten a length in a handicap hurdle over 2m1f at Market Rasen last time; trainer in good form; consistent on a sound surface and likely to appreciate a stiff track or slightly further.
He has won four hurdle races at 2m on good ground. Beaten 1l by Saligo Bay when second of 12 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Market Rasen over 2m 1f (good) last month. Has won 3 times this season.He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Ran to form when second, beaten a length in a handicap hurdle over 2m1f at Market Rasen last time; trainer in good form; consistent on a sound surface and likely to appreciate a stiff track or slightly further.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 4 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 4 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 4 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 4 | 1 | 44.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| T | O Murphy | 6 | 4 | 1 | 66.7% |
Outpaced but showed some improvement from debut when 18l third in a bumper at Hereford last time; effective at 2m and may stay a bit further; acts on good ground though showed little in bumpers.
Unplaced in both NH starts. Third of 6 behind Jimbo Sport beaten 18l at 22-1 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Hereford over 2m (good) in March. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Miss H C Knight.
Outpaced but showed some improvement from debut when 18l third in a bumper at Hereford last time; effective at 2m and may stay a bit further; acts on good ground though showed little in bumpers.
| 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 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Stan Sheppard | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M Sheppard | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Improved when suited by a positive ride, winning a novice hurdle at Newton Abbot over 2m1f by 2 1/2l last time; effective at 2m on soft or good ground and back in form.
She has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on good and soft ground. A winner at 7-2 in a hurdle race at Newton Abbot over 2m 1f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating At The Oche by 2 1/2l.
Improved when suited by a positive ride, winning a novice hurdle at Newton Abbot over 2m1f by 2 1/2l last time; effective at 2m on soft or good ground and back in form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% | |
| Hurdle | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 3 | 5 | 21.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 3 | 5 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C Gethings | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | Mrs J Williams | 15 | 3 | 5 | 20% |
Improved again for a cosy win when landing a handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse by 3 1/2l last time; progressive at 2m on yielding or good ground and may stay a bit further.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on good and yielding ground. Won on her latest outing in a hurdle race when 3-1fav at Fairyhouse over 2m (yielding) earlier this month, beating Red Glory by 3 1/2l.
Improved again for a cosy win when landing a handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse by 3 1/2l last time; progressive at 2m on yielding or good ground and may stay a bit further.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Hurdle | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 3 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D E Mullins | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | A Mullins | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% |
Ran to debut form when winning a maiden hurdle at Thurles by a neck last time; effective from 2m to 2 1/4m on good ground; consistent and previously beaten by a Graded bumper winner; stiff track should suit and remains a big player with more to come.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 1f on good to firm and good - yielding ground. Won on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 8-11fav at Thurles over 2m (good - yielding) earlier this month, beating Qualimita by a neck.
Ran to debut form when winning a maiden hurdle at Thurles by a neck last time; effective from 2m to 2 1/4m on good ground; consistent and previously beaten by a Graded bumper winner; stiff track should suit and remains a big player with more to come.
| 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 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Philip Byrnes | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | C Byrnes | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
The Twiston-Davies team enjoyed plenty of success in the El Rincon colours last term and they could have another smart novice on their hands in the shape of UN SENS A LA VIE. An impressive winner on his hurdles bow at Market Rasen, he is likely to have plenty more to come and is narrowly preferred to Fortune De Mer, a Listed bumper winner here who is bound to improve for his placed effort at Uttoxeter. Four from six in this sphere and not beaten far on his return at Market Rasen, Sir Galahad completes the shortlist with Irish raider Jackson Lamb.
This looks a match race between Un Sens A La Vie and RUN FOR MAHLER (NAP). The former is likely to prove popular for the home team following impressive victories in a point, bumper and on hurdling debut. However the Irish raider has an experience edge in this discipline and the form of her debut defeat at the hands of a Graded bumper winner looks very strong. She beat an experienced useful yardstick last time and gets weight from her main rival here in favourable conditions. Consistent handicapper Sir Galahad can complete the places.
Won the Fitzdares Great Park Handicap Chase by 10l off 155 at Windsor three starts ago. Finished third in the Melling Chase (Grade 1) at Aintree last time. Usually goes off quickly and likes to make the running; has a chance if settling.
Winner of two hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 4 behind Jonbon beaten 47l at 16-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 My Pension Expert Melling Chase at Aintree over 2m 4f (good) in April.
Won the Fitzdares Great Park Handicap Chase by 10l off 155 at Windsor three starts ago. Finished third in the Melling Chase (Grade 1) at Aintree last time. Usually goes off quickly and likes to make the running; has a chance if settling.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 5 | 6 | 29.4% | |
| Chase | 11 | 3 | 4 | 27.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| D | Distance | 14 | 5 | 5 | 35.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 5 | 5 | 31.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 40% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies | 17 | 5 | 6 | 29.4% |
From a yard that won this last year. Had every chance but was comfortably held when running to form in the Celebration Chase (Grade 1) over 1m7f at Sandown last time. Consistent performer who had been in good form prior.
He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Il Etait Temps when fifth of 7 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 bet365 Celebration Chase at Sandown over 1m 7f (good) in April.
From a yard that won this last year. Had every chance but was comfortably held when running to form in the Celebration Chase (Grade 1) over 1m7f at Sandown last time. Consistent performer who had been in good form prior.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 26 | 4 | 7 | 15.4% | |
| Chase | 19 | 2 | 4 | 10.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| C | Course | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| D | Distance | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 4 | 7 | 16% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 16 | 2 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Atkins | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 26 | 4 | 7 | 15.4% |
Won a Handicap Chase by 1 1/4l off 130 at Doncaster three runs back. Ran to form when fourth in the Barberstown Castle Novice Chase (Grade 1) at Punchestown latest; won fresh last year; could be well treated back in a handicap.
Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 1m 7f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 15l behind Majborough when fourth of 6 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Barberstown Castle Novice Chase at Punchestown over 2m (yielding) in May.
Won a Handicap Chase by 1 1/4l off 130 at Doncaster three runs back. Ran to form when fourth in the Barberstown Castle Novice Chase (Grade 1) at Punchestown latest; won fresh last year; could be well treated back in a handicap.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 5 | 4 | 21.7% | |
| Chase | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 18 | 3 | 4 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 5 | 5 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 19 | 5 | 3 | 26.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| T | A J Honeyball | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% |
Ran below form when well beaten in the EasyFix Equine Handicap Chase (Listed) over 2m1f at Fairyhouse last time, racing keenly on return from a long layoff. Likes to go forward in his races; fair mark on Irish form.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 9-2 behind The Folkes Tiara when eighth of 10 on his latest outing in a chase at Fairyhouse over 2m 1f (yielding) in November last year. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Ran below form when well beaten in the EasyFix Equine Handicap Chase (Listed) over 2m1f at Fairyhouse last time, racing keenly on return from a long layoff. Likes to go forward in his races; fair mark on Irish form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 4 | 1 | 26.7% | |
| Chase | 11 | 3 | 0 | 27.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 5 | 3 | 27.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & H) | 12 | 3 | 1 | 25% |
| HG | Hood | 12 | 3 | 1 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Chester Williams | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Won this race last year. Ran to form when second, beaten 4 1/2l, in the Red Rum Handicap Chase at Aintree last time, appreciating the drying ground. Consistent sort is vulnerable to improver.
Winner of two hurdle races and three chases at 2m on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 4 1/2l by Sans Bruit when second of 14 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Aintree over 2m (good to soft) in April.
Won this race last year. Ran to form when second, beaten 4 1/2l, in the Red Rum Handicap Chase at Aintree last time, appreciating the drying ground. Consistent sort is vulnerable to improver.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 28 | 5 | 8 | 17.9% | |
| Chase | 18 | 3 | 5 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| C | Course | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| D | Distance | 24 | 5 | 8 | 20.8% |
| G | Similar Going | 26 | 4 | 8 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 15.4% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 20 | 4 | 5 | 20% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 28 | 5 | 8 | 17.9% |
Outpaced before rallying to win a Handicap Chase by 4 1/4l off 133 at Uttoxeter last time, aided by the leaders racing early. Now up 4lb but remains well treated on old form after a break.
Has won three hurdle races, two NH flat races and six chases from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 9-2 in a chase at Uttoxeter over 2m (good) on his latest outing in June, beating Sir Tivo by 4 1/2l. Has also won at Bangor-on-Dee this season.
Outpaced before rallying to win a Handicap Chase by 4 1/4l off 133 at Uttoxeter last time, aided by the leaders racing early. Now up 4lb but remains well treated on old form after a break.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 26 | 9 | 2 | 34.6% | |
| Chase | 19 | 6 | 1 | 31.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| C | Course | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
| D | Distance | 23 | 8 | 3 | 34.8% |
| G | Similar Going | 29 | 11 | 3 | 37.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 12 | 3 | 1 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 45.5% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | F O'Brien | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% |
Returned to form down in grade when beaten 2 1/4l off 129 over 2m2f at Listowel last time, doing best of those up with the pace. Effective over 2m and should come on for that run.
Successful in two chases at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good and yielding ground. Beaten 2 1/4l by Bythesametoken when second of 13 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Listowel over 2m 2f (yielding - soft) last month.
Returned to form down in grade when beaten 2 1/4l off 129 over 2m2f at Listowel last time, doing best of those up with the pace. Effective over 2m and should come on for that run.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 2 | 5 | 15.4% | |
| Chase | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 13 | 2 | 5 | 15.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 13 | 2 | 5 | 15.4% |
Ran to form when second, beaten 7l, in a 2m1f handicap chase at Kelso last time by a race-fit rival. Trainer in good form. Likes to go forward and is effective at 2m on any ground so not dismissed.
Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 7l by Shakeyatailfeather when second of 5 at 7-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 2m 1f (good) earlier this month.
Ran to form when second, beaten 7l, in a 2m1f handicap chase at Kelso last time by a race-fit rival. Trainer in good form. Likes to go forward and is effective at 2m on any ground so not dismissed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 5 | 9 | 21.7% | |
| Chase | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 14 | 4 | 5 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 2 | 6 | 13.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 19 | 5 | 7 | 26.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P W Wadge | 17 | 5 | 6 | 29.4% |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Finished down the field in the Swinton Handicap Hurdle at Haydock last time. Better over fences and prefers easier ground. Usually held up; has a bit to find on these terms.
Winner of two hurdle races and four chases at 2m on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Our Champ when 15th of 16 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Haydock over 2m (good) in May. Runs from 5lb out of handicap.
Finished down the field in the Swinton Handicap Hurdle at Haydock last time. Better over fences and prefers easier ground. Usually held up; has a bit to find on these terms.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 30 | 6 | 7 | 20% | |
| Chase | 20 | 4 | 4 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 25 | 6 | 5 | 24% |
| G | Similar Going | 32 | 7 | 7 | 21.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 42 | 8 | 9 | 19.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Conor Ring | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| T | Evan Williams | 22 | 4 | 4 | 18.2% |
The value may lie with BROOKIE, who took his form to a new level when runner-up in the Maghull Novices' Chase at Aintree before ending his season with a respectable fourth at the Punchestown Festival. The last time he tackled a handicap, Anthony Honeyball's charge scored comfortably at Doncaster and, despite being 19lb higher, he can get back to winning ways. Calico had Matata narrowly behind when landing this contest last year and he should be able to uphold that form in receipt of 18lb from the top-weight. Jasko Des Dames will need to improve on the jumping front, but he showed up well when second on his return at Listowel.
BROOKIE won fresh last year and is fancied to repeat the feat. He proved progressive last term on a sound surface and is well treated on his Grade 1 form at the spring festivals. Matata is another who brings in some top level form and he will be dangerous if allowed his own way in front but he can often be his own worst enemy failing to settle. He may help set the race up for the selection and Third Time Lucki who remains well treated on his old form in his bid for a hat trick. As a novice he was a Graded winner at this venue and he's been revitalised of late for this yard.
Went clear with ease and improved when dropped in trip in first-time cheekpieces to win a handicap hurdle at Worcester by 17l last time; effective at around 2½m and continues to progress.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f on good ground. A winner at 5-1 in a hurdle race at Worcester over 2m 4f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Mount Anglesby by 17l. Has also won at Southwell this season.
Went clear with ease and improved when dropped in trip in first-time cheekpieces to win a handicap hurdle at Worcester by 17l last time; effective at around 2½m and continues to progress.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 2 | 6 | 18.2% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 2 | 6 | 18.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 3 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 2 | 6 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R P McLernon | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| T | Jonjo & A J O'Neill | 11 | 2 | 6 | 18.2% |
Fell in a handicap hurdle over 2m6f at Galway last time when fell fancied; effective between 2½m and 3m, handles soft and good ground, and is open to further progress.
He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 5f to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding. Fell at the 2nd when 3-1fav at Galway over 2m 6f (yielding) in a hurdle race won by Paul Collins earlier this month on his latest outing.
Fell in a handicap hurdle over 2m6f at Galway last time when fell fancied; effective between 2½m and 3m, handles soft and good ground, and is open to further progress.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Gilligan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | C Collins | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Produced a solid effort up in grade when third, beaten 25l, in the BOYLE Sports Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) over 2m at Tipperary on latest start; effective at 2m and may stay a little further; generally consistent and could have class edge.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on good ground. Third of 6 behind Love Me Tender beaten 25l at 12-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 hurdle race in the Group 3 BOYLE Sports Novice Hurdle at Tipperary over 2m (good - yielding) earlier this month.
Produced a solid effort up in grade when third, beaten 25l, in the BOYLE Sports Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) over 2m at Tipperary on latest start; effective at 2m and may stay a little further; generally consistent and could have class edge.
| 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 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 1 | 4 | 7.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | G Elliott | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% |
Ran to form when landing a maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter over 2m by 1¼l last time; effective from 2m to 3m, handles soft and good ground, and has been in good form since moving from Ireland.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on good and yielding - soft ground. A winner at 4-1 in a maiden hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Tiptoptim by 1 1/4l.
Ran to form when landing a maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter over 2m by 1¼l last time; effective from 2m to 3m, handles soft and good ground, and has been in good form since moving from Ireland.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Keighley | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | M Keighley | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Won a novice hurdle at Ludlow over 2m5f by walkover last time; effective from 14f to 16f, handles good to soft through to good to firm ground; consistent for current yard without a flat win and an impressive debut winner over hurdles who could prove useful in this sphere.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f and 2m 5f on good to firm and good ground. Walked over at Ludlow over 2m 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Has also won at Uttoxeter this season.
Won a novice hurdle at Ludlow over 2m5f by walkover last time; effective from 14f to 16f, handles good to soft through to good to firm ground; consistent for current yard without a flat win and an impressive debut winner over hurdles who could prove useful in this sphere.
| 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 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 26 | 4 | 8 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 5 | 3 | 38.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | James Owen | 11 | 2 | 6 | 18.2% |
Found out up in grade when finishing down the field in the Weatherbys Champion Bumper (Grade 1) over 2m here last time; had been in good form prior; a dual bumper winner at 2m and his point form suggests longer trips will suit over hurdles.
He has won two NH flat races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 19l behind Bambino Fever at 66-1 when 15th of 17 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 NH flat race here over 2m (good to soft) in March.
Found out up in grade when finishing down the field in the Weatherbys Champion Bumper (Grade 1) over 2m here last time; had been in good form prior; a dual bumper winner at 2m and his point form suggests longer trips will suit 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 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Showed promise when third, beaten 7l, in a maiden bumper over 2m at Kempton on latest start; returning from a long layoff; a 3m point winner who should improve for further than 2m over hurdles.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Third of 8 behind Frontier Prince beaten 7l at 9-4jt-fav on his latest outing in a maiden NH flat race at Kempton over 2m (soft) in February.
Showed promise when third, beaten 7l, in a maiden bumper over 2m at Kempton on latest start; returning from a long layoff; a 3m point winner who should improve for further than 2m 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 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brendan Powell | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | J Tizzard | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Promising effort when runner-up, beaten a neck, in a maiden over 3m at Loughrea on only start; showed ability in 3m points and can make an impact over hurdles, with 2m4f a suitable starting point.
Dam unraced. Beaten a neck by Daylatedollarshort when second of 8 at 5-4fav on his racecourse debut at Loughrea over 3m (good - yielding) in May. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Matthew Flynn O'Connor in Ireland.
Promising effort when runner-up, beaten a neck, in a maiden over 3m at Loughrea on only start; showed ability in 3m points and can make an impact over hurdles, with 2m4f a suitable starting point.
| 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Arch Empire struggled in Grade 3 company at Tipperary last time, but the Irish raider would have a big chance on the pick of his form. Don Virginia is another with strong claims following his facile success in a valuable handicap at Worcester last month, although he faces a tougher test now. Preference is for DALSTON LAD, who lost his unbeaten record in the Champion Bumper here in March, but his two previous victories under Rules suggest that he has the ability to make his presence felt in a race of this nature.
PERCY SHELLEY looked a natural when making a winning hurdling debut and her flat form suggests she could be a useful recruit. She was consistent on the flat at 2m this summer suggesting that she could improve for further in this discipline. She gets the verdict ahead of Arch Empire who sets the standard on ratings on her strong Irish novice form. That rival boasts plenty of experience as does Don Virginia who was an impressive handicap winner last time. The pair will appreciate the sound surface and can complete the places behind a potentially classy winner.
Made too much use of and needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 3m at Bangor-on-Dee last time; disqualified when first past the post prior; suited by good ground.
Has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and six chases from 2m to 3m 7f on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Art Of Diplomacy when last of 6 on his latest outing in a chase at Bangor-on-Dee over 3m (good) last month.
Made too much use of and needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 3m at Bangor-on-Dee last time; disqualified when first past the post prior; suited by good ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 30 | 8 | 6 | 26.7% | |
| Chase | 23 | 7 | 2 | 30.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 28 | 8 | 7 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (V only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 16 | 3 | 2 | 18.8% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Elliott | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J W Mullins | 32 | 9 | 7 | 28.1% |
Outpaced and never travelled before suffering injury when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 3m2f at Plumpton last time. Back on last winning mark but revival needed.
Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 3m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 6-1 behind Hugos New Horse when last of 6 on his latest outing in a chase at Plumpton over 3m 2f (good) in April.
Outpaced and never travelled before suffering injury when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 3m2f at Plumpton last time. Back on last winning mark but revival needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 27 | 6 | 3 | 22.2% | |
| Chase | 18 | 2 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 28 | 6 | 3 | 21.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 17 | 2 | 1 | 11.8% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Henry Main | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Gordon | 29 | 6 | 4 | 20.7% |
Made mistakes and was outpaced off a stiff mark when fourth, beaten 21l in a handicap chase over 3m2f at Newton Abbot latest; returning from a break and probably needs even further than this.
Winner of a chase and five point-to-points from 2m 5f to 4m on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Art Of Diplomacy when last of 4 on his latest outing in a chase at Newton Abbot over 3m 2f (good to soft) in June.
Made mistakes and was outpaced off a stiff mark when fourth, beaten 21l in a handicap chase over 3m2f at Newton Abbot latest; returning from a break and probably needs even further than this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Chase | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Sean P O'Connor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M Keighley | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
Raced keenly when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 3m at Ayr last time. This mark demands more.
He has won a hurdle race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 5f to 3m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 15-2 behind Masaccio when fifth of 7 on his latest outing in a chase at Ayr over 3m (good to soft) in April.
Raced keenly when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 3m at Ayr last time. This mark demands more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 2 | 4 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 3 | 4 | 30% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Daniel Williams | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N J Henderson | 9 | 2 | 4 | 22.2% |
Outpaced and not knocked about when well beaten in a beginners chase over 2m4f at Gowran Park latest; needed a stiffer test and looks one for staying handicaps such as this over fences.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 7f and 3m on good to soft and good - yielding ground. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Taponthego when seventh of 11 on his latest outing in a chase at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) earlier this month.
Outpaced and not knocked about when well beaten in a beginners chase over 2m4f at Gowran Park latest; needed a stiffer test and looks one for staying handicaps such as this over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 2 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 14 | 2 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr J H Williamson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G Elliott | 15 | 2 | 3 | 13.3% |
Improved to overcome early trouble and win a handicap by 6l off 105 over 3m at Downpatrick last time; up 5lb and progressing over fences around 3m on decent ground.
He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m 6f to 3m on good - yielding and yielding ground. A winner at 12-1 in a chase at Downpatrick over 2m 7f (yielding) on his latest outing last month, beating Midnight Moonshine by 6l.
Improved to overcome early trouble and win a handicap by 6l off 105 over 3m at Downpatrick last time; up 5lb and progressing over fences around 3m on decent ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 3 | 4 | 18.8% | |
| Chase | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr R James | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Collins | 16 | 3 | 4 | 18.8% |
Won this race last year but not in the same form since; well backed but below form when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 3m at Doncaster last time.
He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 3m to 3m 1f on good and heavy ground. Well beaten at 15-8fav behind Northern Poet when last of 5 on his latest outing in a chase at Doncaster over 3m (good) in March.
Won this race last year but not in the same form since; well backed but below form when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 3m at Doncaster last time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 30 | 4 | 7 | 13.3% | |
| Chase | 16 | 3 | 2 | 18.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| C | Course | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 3 | 7 | 12% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 31 | 4 | 7 | 12.9% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 9.1% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 13 | 2 | 1 | 15.4% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies | 31 | 4 | 7 | 12.9% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Didn't get a clear run but ran to form and conceded first run when second, beaten 8l in a handicap chase over 3m4f here last time. Strong stayer with a liking for good ground.
Winner of four chases and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m 4f on good ground. Beaten 8l by Ask Brewster when second of 14 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a chase here over 3m 4f (good) in April.
Didn't get a clear run but ran to form and conceded first run when second, beaten 8l in a handicap chase over 3m4f here last time. Strong stayer with a liking for good ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 4 | 3 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 10 | 4 | 3 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 4 | 3 | 30.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr B O'Neill | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | Jamie Snowden | 14 | 4 | 3 | 28.6% |
Disappointing off a revised mark when fourth, beaten 58l in a handicap chase over 3m at Chepstow latest; trainer in form; effective from 2 1/2m to 3m and may prefer slightly easier ground; stiff mark.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 4-1 behind The Boola Boss when fourth of 5 on his latest outing in a chase at Chepstow over 3m (good) in April.
Disappointing off a revised mark when fourth, beaten 58l in a handicap chase over 3m at Chepstow latest; trainer in form; effective from 2 1/2m to 3m and may prefer slightly easier ground; stiff mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 3 | 6 | 18.8% | |
| Chase | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 3 | 6 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss Gina Andrews | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | B Pauling | 19 | 3 | 7 | 15.8% |
Needed the run on chase debut after a layoff but ran well for a long way when 11l third in a beginners chase over 2m3f at Downpatrick most recently; off a short break and should improve.
He has won a hurdle race and two point-to-points from 2m 6f to 3m on good ground. Third of 5 behind Speculatrix beaten 11l at 5-1 on his chase debut at Downpatrick over 2m 3f (good) in August.
Needed the run on chase debut after a layoff but ran well for a long way when 11l third in a beginners chase over 2m3f at Downpatrick most recently; off a short break and should improve.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Cheek Pieces | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr H C Swan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J C McConnell | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% |
Well backed when third, beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap chase over 3m4f at Haydock most recently; enjoys making the running and holds a chance with good jockey booked.
Winner of a NH flat race and five chases from 2m 1f to 3m 2f on good and soft ground. Third of 4 behind Regarde beaten 5l at 11-4 on his latest outing in a chase at Haydock over 3m 4f (good) in March.
Well backed when third, beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap chase over 3m4f at Haydock most recently; enjoys making the running and holds a chance with good jockey booked.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 5 | 6 | 26.3% | |
| Chase | 13 | 5 | 4 | 38.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 6 | 5 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 21 | 6 | 5 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr P W Mullins | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | H D Daly | 22 | 6 | 6 | 27.3% |
Won by 3l off 110 over 3m2f at Warwick on his penultimate start; made too much use of when sixth, beaten 13l off 117 last time; effective from 2 1/2m to 3m, suited by good ground, consistent.
Has won three hurdle races and five chases from 2m 3f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 13l behind Safe Destination when sixth of 8 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Chepstow over 3m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won at Warwick and Worcester this season.
Won by 3l off 110 over 3m2f at Warwick on his penultimate start; made too much use of when sixth, beaten 13l off 117 last time; effective from 2 1/2m to 3m, suited by good ground, consistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 31 | 8 | 8 | 25.8% | |
| Chase | 18 | 5 | 6 | 27.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 32 | 8 | 8 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & V) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| HG | Visor | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Conal Kavanagh | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | James Owen | 27 | 8 | 8 | 29.6% |
Well backed and jumped better to win a handicap by 3l off 115 over 3m at Wetherby last time; progressive in spring; probably has a bit more to come.
Successful in two chases at 3m on good and soft ground. A winner at 13-8 in a chase at Wetherby over 3m (good) on his latest outing in March, beating De Tellers Fortune by 3l.
Well backed and jumped better to win a handicap by 3l off 115 over 3m at Wetherby last time; progressive in spring; probably has a bit more to come.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr A P Ryan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N P Mulholland | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% |
Outstayed late in a strongly run race and ran well to a point after a wind operation when third, beaten 21l in a handicap chase over 3m at Uttoxeter most recently; trainer in form; second run after wind op and best at around 2 1/2m.
Winner of a hurdle race and five chases from 2m 4f to 3m 1f on good ground. Third of 7 behind Olivers Travels beaten 21l at 14-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Uttoxeter over 3m (good) last month.
Outstayed late in a strongly run race and ran well to a point after a wind operation when third, beaten 21l in a handicap chase over 3m at Uttoxeter most recently; trainer in form; second run after wind op and best at around 2 1/2m.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 24 | 6 | 3 | 25% | |
| Chase | 15 | 5 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 6 | 3 | 24% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 13 | 5 | 0 | 38.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 12 | 2 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr James King | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | B Pauling | 25 | 6 | 3 | 24% |
Ran to form but was just unable to reel in a race-fit rival when second, beaten 6l in a handicap chase over 3m at Warwick latest; enjoys making the running; effective over 3m on good ground; bold jumper is well treated on hurdle form and should go close.
She has won three hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m on good ground. Beaten 6l by Bumpy Evans when second of 6 at 4-1 on her latest outing in a chase at Warwick over 3m (good) last month.
Ran to form but was just unable to reel in a race-fit rival when second, beaten 6l in a handicap chase over 3m at Warwick latest; enjoys making the running; effective over 3m on good ground; bold jumper is well treated on hurdle form and should go close.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% | |
| Chase | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss L Bradstock | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | Mrs Sara V Bradstock | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% |
Travelled well and looked the winner before being out-battled and outstayed late, beaten 2l off 114 over 2m7f at Worcester last time; trainer in form; usually held up; progressive at 2 1/2–3m on a sound surface.
Winner of five chases and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Almazhar Garde when second of 7 at 4-1 on her latest outing in a chase at Worcester over 2m 7f (good) last month. Has won at Uttoxeter and Warwick this season.
Travelled well and looked the winner before being out-battled and outstayed late, beaten 2l off 114 over 2m7f at Worcester last time; trainer in form; usually held up; progressive at 2 1/2–3m on a sound surface.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 4 | 6 | 25% | |
| Chase | 9 | 4 | 4 | 44.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 4 | 6 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 5 | 6 | 31.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Samuel Scott | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | B Pauling | 16 | 4 | 6 | 25% |
Pulled up in a handicap chase over 3m6f at Bangor-on-Dee last time; returning from a long layoff; tongue-tie applied for the first time; usually held up; out of form.
He has won a NH flat race and three chases from 2m 1f to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Pulled up 2 out when 20-1 at Bangor-on-Dee over 3m 6f (soft) in a chase won by Laskalin in February on his latest outing. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Pulled up in a handicap chase over 3m6f at Bangor-on-Dee last time; returning from a long layoff; tongue-tie applied for the first time; usually held up; out of form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 24 | 3 | 8 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 19 | 3 | 7 | 15.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 26 | 4 | 8 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 15 | 1 | 4 | 6.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mrs Izzie Hill | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss S Smith | 26 | 4 | 8 | 15.4% |
Ran a bit below form over an inadequate trip when third, beaten 12l in a handicap chase over 2m5f at Market Rasen most recently; usually held up; returning from a break; consistent and ideally wants marathon distances.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 3m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 8 behind Pull Again Green beaten 12l at 7-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Market Rasen over 2m 5f (soft) in July.
Ran a bit below form over an inadequate trip when third, beaten 12l in a handicap chase over 2m5f at Market Rasen most recently; usually held up; returning from a break; consistent and ideally wants marathon distances.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 38 | 4 | 10 | 10.5% | |
| Chase | 32 | 3 | 9 | 9.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 34 | 4 | 10 | 11.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 31 | 4 | 8 | 12.9% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 18 | 1 | 6 | 5.6% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 28 | 1 | 8 | 3.6% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr J J Murphy-Knight | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Christian Williams | 23 | 2 | 6 | 8.7% |
REGARDE has progressed well over fences and arguably put in a career best when winning at Haydock in March. He was second over 3m4f here on his sole subsequent start and that form was boosted when the winner struck at Chepstow earlier in the month. On that evidence, Jamie Snowden's gelding could take plenty of stopping off the same mark. Kelce has to be noted following his success at Wetherby on his final run of last season, while Harrys Hope and Smugglers Haven have the benefit of more recent outings. Others to note are Solly Attwell, Planned Paradise and Rockinastorm.
SMUGGLERS HAVEN could be tough to catch under a light weight here. She has overdone the fractions a touch so far over fences but has still registered a trio of promising efforts which along with her hurdle form makes her look on a generous mark. The decent ground is in her favour and she's entitled to come on for her latest run so can account for the unexposed Beaufort Scale here. That rival was given a considerate ride last time but looks well treated on his previous runner up effort which suggested that he would come into his own when tackling staying trips. The consistent Harrys Hope can fight for a place if her stamina holds up while erratic top weight Moroder isn't ruled out either in favourable conditions.
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