Forecast: Sunny spells
Temperature: 3.6° - 10.6°
Rainfall: 0.12mm
Wind: 5.4 mph W
Forecast: Sunny spells
Temperature: 3.6° - 10.6°
Rainfall: 0.12mm
Wind: 5.4 mph W
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Travelled well and won cosily when improving down in grade on chase debut, landing a handicap chase here by 13l last time. Trainer in form; effective at 3m and on soft or good to soft ground; looks a useful chase recruit worth stepping up in grade.
He has won two hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 5f to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 15-8fav over this course and distance (good to soft) last month, beating Hurricane Bay by 13l.
Travelled well and won cosily when improving down in grade on chase debut, landing a handicap chase here by 13l last time. Trainer in form; effective at 3m and on soft or good to soft ground; looks a useful chase recruit worth stepping up in grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% | |
| Chase | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| C | Course | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 4 | 2 | 57.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K C Bailey | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% |
Made mistakes and didn't find much when 8 1/2l third in a beginners' chase at Ayr last time; effective from 2 1/2m to 3m; can improve over fences when eased in grade.
He has won a hurdle race and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 3f on soft and heavy ground. Last of 3 behind Sixmilebridge beaten 9l at 13-2 on his chase debut at Ayr over 2m 4f (soft) last month.
Made mistakes and didn't find much when 8 1/2l third in a beginners' chase at Ayr last time; effective from 2 1/2m to 3m; can improve over fences when eased in grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Craig Nichol | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | O Greenall & J Guerriero | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
Just the two declared in the opener, but there is not much between them as MOON ROCKET carries a 6lb penalty for his chase debut success over C&D and would have to give Gamesters Guy 6lb if this were a handicap. The latter finished last of three at Ayr on his seasonal/chase bow and is entitled to have improved for that spin, but it's the yard's form which is the main concern and Moon Rocket can record a quick double.
The match race can go to MOON ROCKET who was an easy winner on chase debut where he impressed with his jumping. He placed at Graded level over hurdles prior to that and is entitled to come on for his first run of the season. Gamesters Guy was also highly tried during his short hurdles career and is respected on his best form in that discipline though he will need to leave his reappearance chase run behind.
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Stratford last time after a long layoff. Likes to make the running and is effective over 2 1/2–3m on good to soft or good ground. Well treated on past hunter form but has struggled since the break.
Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy, but last win was over three years ago. Pulled up 3 out when 28-1 at Stratford over 2m 7f (good to soft) in a chase won by Sainte Doctor in March on his latest outing. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Stratford last time after a long layoff. Likes to make the running and is effective over 2 1/2–3m on good to soft or good ground. Well treated on past hunter form but has struggled since the break.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 5 | 1 | 27.8% | |
| Chase | 14 | 3 | 0 | 21.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 4 | 1 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 14 | 4 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Mickey Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Below form when well beaten in a handicap chase at Ascot last time. Prefers to make the running and is effective around 3m on a sound surface. Showed progress last term but has found this season tougher.
Winner of five chases from 2m 6f to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 17l behind Montregard at 16-1 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing in a chase at Ascot over 3m (good) last month.
Below form when well beaten in a handicap chase at Ascot last time. Prefers to make the running and is effective around 3m on a sound surface. Showed progress last term but has found this season tougher.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 5 | 3 | 26.3% | |
| Chase | 14 | 5 | 1 | 35.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 5 | 4 | 27.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 16 | 4 | 4 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jamie Brace | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Miss R Curtis | 20 | 5 | 4 | 25% |
Raced far too freely when second, beaten 22l, in a maiden hurdle at Chepstow last time. Unexposed but has plenty to find on that form now switched to fences.
Placed in a hurdle race and two point-to-points from four starts. Beaten 22l by Deep Purple when second of 6 at 7-2 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Chepstow over 3m (good) in April.
Raced far too freely when second, beaten 22l, in a maiden hurdle at Chepstow last time. Unexposed but has plenty to find on that form now switched to fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Chase | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R T Dunne | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Jonjo & A J O'Neill | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Rallied gamely and ran to form when beaten 2l off a mark of 114 at Wetherby on chase debut. Effective over about 2 1/2m on soft or good ground. More to come based on hurdle form, and the longer trip could suit.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 5f and 3m on good to soft and soft ground, but last win was over three years ago. Third of 8 behind Pep Talking beaten 2l at 7-2 on his chase debut at Wetherby over 2m 3f (good) last month.
Rallied gamely and ran to form when beaten 2l off a mark of 114 at Wetherby on chase debut. Effective over about 2 1/2m on soft or good ground. More to come based on hurdle form, and the longer trip could suit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K C Bailey | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
Outpaced and modest on chase debut when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Lingfield last time, needing the run after wind surgery. Effective around 3m on heavy or good to soft ground. Consistent over hurdles and can improve over fences now stepped up in trip.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 6f on heavy ground. Well beaten at 17-2 behind Kalif D'airy when fifth of 8 on his chase debut at Lingfield over 2m 4f (good) last month.
Outpaced and modest on chase debut when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Lingfield last time, needing the run after wind surgery. Effective around 3m on heavy or good to soft ground. Consistent over hurdles and can improve over fences now stepped up in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
Ran to form back from a break when beaten 3l off 113 at Ffos Las last time. This is her second start after wind surgery. Effective around 3m on soft or good to soft ground and should come on for the latest run.
She has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 3l by Holokea when second of 13 at 10-1 on her latest outing in a chase at Ffos Las over 3m 1f (soft) in October.
Ran to form back from a break when beaten 3l off 113 at Ffos Las last time. This is her second start after wind surgery. Effective around 3m on soft or good to soft ground and should come on for the latest run.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 2 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 1 | 4 | 12.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 3 | 4 | 17.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 13 | 2 | 3 | 15.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Fern O'Brien | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| T | F O'Brien | 17 | 3 | 4 | 17.7% |
Returned to form when back up in trip, winning a handicap by 4 1/2l off 110 at Sedgefield last time. The trainer is in good form. Effective from 2m5f to 3m and should stay competitive off his revised mark.
Has won two hurdle races and eight chases from 2m 3f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 9-2 in a chase at Sedgefield over 2m 5f (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Couldbeaweapon by 4 1/2l.
Returned to form when back up in trip, winning a handicap by 4 1/2l off 110 at Sedgefield last time. The trainer is in good form. Effective from 2m5f to 3m and should stay competitive off his revised mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 46 | 10 | 9 | 21.7% | |
| Chase | 37 | 8 | 8 | 21.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 11 | 2 | 3 | 18.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 47 | 10 | 10 | 21.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 36 | 8 | 8 | 22.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 21 | 3 | 6 | 14.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Power | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | J Parkinson & S Smith | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
Top Target finished third at Wetherby on his chase debut and it was a pleasing return to action. With improvement forthcoming, he boasts every chance, along with the unexposed Gaelic Rambler and the market may tell us more about his chances. LADRONNE represents the in-form Joel Parkinson and Sue Smith yard which was responsible for Saturday's London National winner at Sandown. He boasts plenty of chasing experience and was impressive at Sedgefield latest.
Most can be given a chance here it is TOP TARGET who is the selection having rallied gamely for a place on his chase debut. He looks on a good mark on his hurdle form and he should relish this step up in trip on easier ground. The same can be said of Silver Thorn who looked in need of the run first time out over fences following a wind op. It is notable that Cobden retains the ride so significant improvement is expected over the longer distance. The vastly more experienced Ladronne completes the list of dangers stepping up in trip having won 3 of his last 4.
Ran to form when finishing 18l third in a handicap at Nottingham on his most recent run. Returns from a short break and needs to improve.
Third of 8 behind Trojan Sun beaten 18l at 10-3 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 2m 2f (heavy) in October. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Ed Walker.
Ran to form when finishing 18l third in a handicap at Nottingham on his most recent run. Returns from a short break and needs to improve.
| 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 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C O'Farrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Jedd O'Keeffe | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Made too much use of when fourth, beaten 18l, in a handicap at Salisbury last time. Trainer in form, off a short break, but has a bit to find.
Finished 18l behind Northwest Passage when fourth of 7 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Salisbury over 1m 2f (heavy) in September.
Made too much use of when fourth, beaten 18l, in a handicap at Salisbury last time. Trainer in form, off a short break, but has a bit to find.
| 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 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss R Curtis | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
Showed minor promise on debut when 23l third in a juvenile hurdle at Kempton last time. Blinkers on for the first time and should come on for that experience.
Third of 10 behind Sonic Pioneer beaten 23l at 22-1 on his NH debut in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Showed minor promise on debut when 23l third in a juvenile hurdle at Kempton last time. Blinkers on for the first time and should come on for that experience.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (B only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | G & J Moore | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Ran to form when comfortably held in a 3yo race at Tarbes last time. Off a long absence but showed promise on flat in France so could get involved on hurdle debut.
Beaten 5l behind Alpha Vase at 11-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Toulouse over 1m 2f (soft) in September. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with J Reynier in France.
Ran to form when comfortably held in a 3yo race at Tarbes last time. Off a long absence but showed promise on flat in France so could get involved on hurdle debut.
| 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 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 1 | 1 | 8.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Lily Pinchin | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C E Longsdon | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Refused in a juvenile hurdle here last time and has plenty to prove.
Dam won four times over hurdles at 2m, three times in all weather flat races at 1m 3f and 1m 4f and on the flat at 1m 2f. Ran out when 7-1 over this course and distance (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Aqua Bleu last month on his racecourse debut.
Refused in a juvenile hurdle here last time and has plenty to prove.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jamie Hamilton | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Ruth Jefferson | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
24,000 euros Karaktar gelding; dam poor at 12f; top trainer. Market may prove best guide
Dam won over hurdles at 2m 2f.
24,000 euros Karaktar gelding; dam poor at 12f; top trainer. Market may prove best guide
| 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B S Hughes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Yard won this last year. Very promising debut when runner-up, beaten 1 1/2l, in a novice at Ripon on only start. Off a short break and looks a contender on hurdle debut.
Half-brother to Haveyoumissedme, won four times between 1m 1f and 2m. Beaten 1 1/2l by Aequitas when second of 4 at 14-1 on his racecourse debut at Ripon over 1m 4f (good) in September.
Yard won this last year. Very promising debut when runner-up, beaten 1 1/2l, in a novice at Ripon on only start. Off a short break and looks a contender on hurdle debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Craig Nichol | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | O Greenall & J Guerriero | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Too green to show anything on debut when well beaten in a novice at Hamilton on only start. Returning from a break and has all to do.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Chico Magnifica when last of 6 on his racecourse debut at Hamilton over 1m 3f (good) in August. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Miss Lucinda V Russell.
Too green to show anything on debut when well beaten in a novice at Hamilton on only start. Returning from a break and has all to do.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D R Fox | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Stopped quickly when down the field in a handicap at Pontefract last time. Had been in good form prior and multiple flat winner holds strong claims on hurdle debut.
Well beaten at 11-2 behind Tele Red when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 1m 2f (soft) in October. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Sir Mark Prescott.
Stopped quickly when down the field in a handicap at Pontefract last time. Had been in good form prior and multiple flat winner holds strong claims on hurdle debut.
| 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 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Mickey Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Knighton finished second on the Flat at Ripon and is an interesting recruit to the hurdling ranks representing last year's winning yard, for all they could be in better form. WHATSGOINGONMARVIN is more experienced on the level and won three times. Now in the hands of Mickey Bowen, his experience will stand him in good stead and the ground was deep when he last won in that sphere at Sandown in September. Punters should keep an eye on Dream's Ka too.
Multiple flat winner WHATSGOINGONMARVIN was in good form in that discipline until his last run and could make a winning debut here. He's proven at up to 14f with cut so conditions won't be a worry as they won't be for Donegal who showed a good level of form in France on the flat. He can fight for a place with Dissident who already boasts some hurdling experience for a yard which does well with similar types.
Outpaced and improved on his final qualifying run when comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Chepstow last time. A 3m point winner who can improve in handicaps over further such as this.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Finished 19l behind Doctors Hill when sixth of 11 at 150-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 2m (soft) last month.
Outpaced and improved on his final qualifying run when comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Chepstow last time. A 3m point winner who can improve in handicaps over further such as this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C O'Farrell | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | N P Mulholland | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Outpaced with too much to do at a sharp track when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon last time. Usually held up; effective between 2m and 2½m on soft or good ground. More to come over hurdles in handicaps when ridden positively, based on French bumper form.
A winner of a NH flat race at 1m 4f on heavy ground. Well beaten at 9-4jt-fav behind A Good Yomp when fifth of 13 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Huntingdon over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month.
Outpaced with too much to do at a sharp track when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon last time. Usually held up; effective between 2m and 2½m on soft or good ground. More to come over hurdles in handicaps when ridden positively, based on French bumper form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Hammond | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | S Edmunds | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Improved on recent form when beaten 9l in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle last time. Usually held up; effective around 2m4f on soft or good ground, with more to come at a lowly level.
Yet to place in seven starts. Finished 9l behind Rickety Gate when fifth of 8 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Carlisle over 2m 3f (good) in April.
Improved on recent form when beaten 9l in a handicap hurdle at Carlisle last time. Usually held up; effective around 2m4f on soft or good ground, with more to come at a lowly level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Reed | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | T Davidson | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Outpaced and never threatened when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon latest. Effective at 2m but needs more to defy this mark.
Placed in a NH flat race from seven starts. Well beaten at 40-1 behind A Good Yomp when seventh of 13 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Huntingdon over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month.
Outpaced and never threatened when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon latest. Effective at 2m but needs more to defy this mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Toby Wynne | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | S Allwood | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Travelled well and ran to form when beaten 3½l off a mark of 89 at Ffos Las last time. Trainer in form; effective at 2m on soft or good to firm ground; consistent maiden could built on latest.
Placed in five hurdle races and a NH flat race from 14 starts. Beaten 3 1/2l by Surrey Lord when second of 13 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ffos Las over 2m (soft) in October.
Travelled well and ran to form when beaten 3½l off a mark of 89 at Ffos Las last time. Trainer in form; effective at 2m on soft or good to firm ground; consistent maiden could built on latest.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 0 | 5 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 0 | 5 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jamie Brace | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss R Curtis | 13 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
Outpaced with too much to do back from a break but ran to form when second, beaten 6½l in a handicap hurdle at Fontwell latest. Effective from 2m to 2½m and acts on any ground; looks on a workable mark and remains unexposed at 2½m. Big chance with top jockey booked.
Placed in a hurdle race from eight starts. Beaten 7l by Market House when second of 6 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fontwell over 2m 3f (good) in June, his only placing from 8 starts.
Outpaced with too much to do back from a break but ran to form when second, beaten 6½l in a handicap hurdle at Fontwell latest. Effective from 2m to 2½m and acts on any ground; looks on a workable mark and remains unexposed at 2½m. Big chance with top jockey booked.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Horsford | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
The race may have come a bit soon when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Sedgefield latest. Effective at 2m and acts with cut in the ground; fair mark on Irish form but has a bit to prove.
Yet to place in five starts over hurdles. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Tanking Along when seventh of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Sedgefield over 2m 1f (soft) last month.
The race may have come a bit soon when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Sedgefield latest. Effective at 2m and acts with cut in the ground; fair mark on Irish form but has a bit to prove.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Peter Kavanagh | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Paula Smith | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Outpaced and never threatened when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Stratford latest. Effective at 2½m; the step up in trip is a plus but he needs more.
Yet to place in eight starts. Beaten 14l behind Soldier's Leap at 25-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Stratford over 2m 3f (good to soft) in October.
Outpaced and never threatened when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Stratford latest. Effective at 2½m; the step up in trip is a plus but he needs more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R T Dunne | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | T R Gretton | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Did not find much and was below form when well beaten in a handicap at Newcastle latest. Effective at 2m on the flat; exposed maiden in both codes.
Placed in three hurdle races from 29 NH starts. Finished 16l behind Tankardstown Diva when sixth of 12 at 11-1 on his latest NH outing in a hurdle race at Market Rasen over 2m 7f (good) in October.
Did not find much and was below form when well beaten in a handicap at Newcastle latest. Effective at 2m on the flat; exposed maiden in both codes.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 28 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 28 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 34 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 25 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 23 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Bruce Lynn | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | S G West | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter latest after a very lengthy absence. Effective at 2½m; the drop in trip is a plus but he needs to prove his ability remains after the layoff.
Placed in a hurdle race from seven starts. Pulled up 2 out when 18-1 at Uttoxeter over 2m 7f (soft) in a hurdle race won by It's Maisy in April last year on his latest outing. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Miss H C Knight.
Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter latest after a very lengthy absence. Effective at 2½m; the drop in trip is a plus but he needs to prove his ability remains after the layoff.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Callum Bewley | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J R Jenkins | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
CUMHACHT reappeared following a lengthy spell on the sidelines to finish a fine second at Ffos Las and that form was boosted when the winner followed up next time. Rebecca Curtis has given her seven-year-old a little bit of time to get over that effort and it can pay dividends. Harry Cobden is an interesting booking for Meraki Mist, who found one too good on his first start for Dan Horsford at Fontwell. That came back in the summer, whereas Kelijoe has had four runs since early October and although he is beginning to prove costly to follow, he will pop up sooner rather than later.
MERAKI MIST caught the eye when finishing well from an unpromising position last time. He's 1lb lower here and gets the addition of Cobden so holds obvious claims especially as he looks well treated on his novice form from last year which came on easier ground. Cumhacht proved he retained his ability following a lay off when runner up last time and he's entitled to come on for that first run in a couple of years. He's unexposed over this far and though he remains a maiden he's proven consistent so should run his race once again. Kelijoe is another who's not fully exposed at the trip and he was given far too much to do at a sharp track last time. This track will suit better and he can also make his presence felt.
Made mistakes and was outpaced when below form on his handicap debut, finishing comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot last time. Previously in good form; wears a hood for the first time; effective over 2m on good ground and useful on the Flat, fairly treated if building on latest effort.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on good ground. Finished 13l behind Manuelito when fifth of 8 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newton Abbot over 2m 1f (good to soft) in October. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
Made mistakes and was outpaced when below form on his handicap debut, finishing comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot last time. Previously in good form; wears a hood for the first time; effective over 2m on good ground and useful on the Flat, fairly treated if building on latest effort.
| 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 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 3 | 4 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
Unseated rider in a 4yo hurdle at Chepstow last time when returning from a long layoff. Effective over 2m on soft or good ground; consistent type with more to come in handicaps for a leading yard.
Placed in a hurdle race from three starts. Unseated rider when 2-5fav at Chepstow over 2m (good) in a hurdle race won by Mad Maxios in April on his latest outing.
Unseated rider in a 4yo hurdle at Chepstow last time when returning from a long layoff. Effective over 2m on soft or good ground; consistent type with more to come in handicaps for a leading yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N J Henderson | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Raced keenly and had a lot to do from an unfavourable position when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Sandown last time. Returning from a long layoff; effective over 2m on good to soft ground and well treated on debut form; may appreciate further in time.
Placed in a hurdle race from three starts. Finished 18l behind Narragansett when sixth of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Sandown over 2m (good to soft) in March.
Raced keenly and had a lot to do from an unfavourable position when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Sandown last time. Returning from a long layoff; effective over 2m on good to soft ground and well treated on debut form; may appreciate further in time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G & J Moore | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Well backed and ran to current form when finishing 8l third in a handicap at Southwell on his most recent run. Needs to improve.
Placed in a hurdle race from three NH starts, also won a flat race in February. Beaten 3l by Live Conti when second of 8 at 11-2 on his latest NH outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 2m (soft) in February.
Well backed and ran to current form when finishing 8l third in a handicap at Southwell on his most recent run. Needs to improve.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Reed | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | T Davidson | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
The Moores have been firing in the winners and will be hoping that wind surgery helps Risk It All show more than he did on his handicap debut at Sandown back in March. SCOTLAND THE BRAVE has had the same procedure and although a bit more exposed thanks to his exploits on the Flat, he could be well treated in this sphere. Laughing John also tries handicap company for the first time. He got rid of his rider when short odds at Chepstow in April but, as long as he is more tractable this time, he will be dangerous.
Not much to separate a trio of these but preference is for RISK IT ALL on his return following a wind op. His last run is worth ignoring as he was unsuited by the way the race developed but this track should help him and he looks well treated on his debut effort where he ran green. The consistent Laughing John may well have won but for departing last time and is open to progress now handicapping for a top yard. He can chase the selection home ahead of dual novice winner Courageous Strike who didn't enjoy the sharp track on his handicap debut last time but should come on for that.
Ran to form when beaten 1/2l off 103 at Warwick last time. Effective from 2m to 2m5f and in good form, with her latest effort reading well.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Got A Dream when second of 8 at 11-2 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Warwick over 2m 5f (good) last month.
Ran to form when beaten 1/2l off 103 at Warwick last time. Effective from 2m to 2m5f and in good form, with her latest effort reading well.
| 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 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | David Bass | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | H D Daly | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% |
Outpaced and never threatened when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Hereford most recently. Effective around 2 1/2m and handles soft and good ground, though her mark may be on the high side.
She has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 5f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Oakley when 9th of 12 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Hereford over 2m 4f (good) last month.
Outpaced and never threatened when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Hereford most recently. Effective around 2 1/2m and handles soft and good ground, though her mark may be on the high side.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 3 | 0 | 27.3% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 3 | 0 | 27.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 4 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 4 | 0 | 30.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Nick Slatter | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | D Killahena & G McPherson | 11 | 3 | 0 | 27.3% |
Stopped quickly after a bad error when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Warwick last time. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time, effective around 2m4f, acts on soft and good, and has potential over fences.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 3f and 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 10-3jt-fav behind Kalista Love when sixth of 8 on her chase debut at Warwick over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month.
Stopped quickly after a bad error when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Warwick last time. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time, effective around 2m4f, acts on soft and good, and has potential over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | N J Henderson | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Southwell last time. Wears cheekpieces for the first time; fair mark on chase and hurdle form; threat if conditions not too testing.
She has won three hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good and good to soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up at the last when 20-1 at Southwell over 3m (soft) in a chase won by Ali Star Bert last month on her latest outing.
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Southwell last time. Wears cheekpieces for the first time; fair mark on chase and hurdle form; threat if conditions not too testing.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 20 | 4 | 6 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 12 | 3 | 3 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 4 | 6 | 19.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 15 | 3 | 4 | 20% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Ben Sutton | 14 | 4 | 3 | 28.6% |
| T | F O'Brien | 14 | 4 | 3 | 28.6% |
Outpaced and unsuited by the way the race developed but ran to form when beaten 7l in a handicap hurdle at Lingfield last time. Had been in good form beforehand; trainer in form; effective at 3m and handles any going; consistent.
She has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 7l behind Harry Junior when fifth of 9 at 14-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Lingfield over 2m 7f (good to soft) last month.
Outpaced and unsuited by the way the race developed but ran to form when beaten 7l in a handicap hurdle at Lingfield last time. Had been in good form beforehand; trainer in form; effective at 3m and handles any going; consistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 3 | 9 | 13% | |
| Hurdle | 23 | 3 | 9 | 13% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 4 | 6 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 12 | 3 | 5 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 15 | 2 | 8 | 13.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Cameron Johnstone-Baker | 8 | 1 | 5 | 12.5% |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
Travelled well and returned to form down in grade when winning a handicap by 3l off 98 at Fontwell last time. Effective at 3m and acts on good to soft and good; latest win has been franked and she should remain competitive off her revised mark.
She has won four hurdle races from 2m 7f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 3-1 in a hurdle race at Fontwell over 3m 2f (good to soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Happy Returns by 2 3/4l.
Travelled well and returned to form down in grade when winning a handicap by 3l off 98 at Fontwell last time. Effective at 3m and acts on good to soft and good; latest win has been franked and she should remain competitive off her revised mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 4 | 6 | 19.1% | |
| Hurdle | 21 | 4 | 6 | 19.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 23 | 4 | 6 | 17.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 16 | 4 | 3 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 40% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Cannon | 10 | 2 | 2 | 20% |
| T | L Wadham | 24 | 4 | 7 | 16.7% |
Had every chance but ran below form when fourth, beaten 27l, in a handicap hurdle at Kelso last time. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time; effective from 2m4f to 2m6f and acts on soft and good; needs to bounce back.
Winner of five hurdle races from 2m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Be The Difference when fourth of 11 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 3m (soft) last month.
Had every chance but ran below form when fourth, beaten 27l, in a handicap hurdle at Kelso last time. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time; effective from 2m4f to 2m6f and acts on soft and good; needs to bounce back.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 33 | 5 | 3 | 15.2% | |
| Hurdle | 33 | 5 | 3 | 15.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 38 | 4 | 4 | 10.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 10% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 30 | 4 | 3 | 13.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Peter Kavanagh | 18 | 4 | 0 | 22.2% |
| T | Ewan Whillans | 30 | 4 | 2 | 13.3% |
Outpaced and never threatened when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Ludlow last time. Yet to show any worthwhile ability over a variety of trips.
Unplaced in all nine starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Princess Keri when sixth of 10 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Ludlow over 2m 5f (good) last month. Runs from 20lb out of handicap.
Outpaced and never threatened when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Ludlow last time. Yet to show any worthwhile ability over a variety of trips.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tabitha Worsley | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Georgie Howell | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
PIPERS CROSS finished an encouraging fifth at Lingfield on her reappearance. Emma Lavelle's charge found plenty in the closing stages and that pipe-opener should have brought her on a good deal. Runner-up over 2m5f at Warwick, Roaring Home has a fighting chance if suited by this extra test of stamina. She's preferred to For Gina and Leave Her To Me of the remainder.
The consistent PIPERS CROSS was unsuited by the way the race developed on her reappearance but still held her form well in defeat. She has proven consistent over 3m on easy ground for some time and has a good record under this jockey. Police Academy isn't one to rely on and she would ideally want quicker ground but she's well treated on her summer chase win so could provide a big threat. Last time out winner For Gina is entitled to come on for that run and should also remain competitive.
Made too much use of, needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Previously in good form and enjoys racing prominently. Effective over 2m, suited by cut in the ground, though appears on a stiff mark.
He has won three hurdle races at 2m on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 9-2 behind Washington when last of 6 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 2m (good) in October.
Made too much use of, needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Previously in good form and enjoys racing prominently. Effective over 2m, suited by cut in the ground, though appears on a stiff mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 3 | 7 | 21.4% | |
| Hurdle | 14 | 3 | 7 | 21.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 26 | 4 | 11 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harriet Tucker | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| T | N P Mulholland | 17 | 4 | 6 | 23.5% |
Keen and needed the run when finishing down the field in the Greatwood Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham last time. Effective over 2½m and on a fair mark based on Graded form, with this return to a longer trip expected to suit.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Alexei when 10th of 18 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m (soft) last month.
Keen and needed the run when finishing down the field in the Greatwood Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham last time. Effective over 2½m and on a fair mark based on Graded form, with this return to a longer trip expected to suit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Cannon | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| T | A King | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
Keen and outpaced but ran to form when beaten 3l off a mark of 128 at Ascot last time, unsuited by the drop in trip. Trainer in form. Effective over 2½m and handles good to soft ground; progressive profile.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 3f on good to soft ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Trustintimes when fourth of 7 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ascot over 2m (good) last month.
Keen and outpaced but ran to form when beaten 3l off a mark of 128 at Ascot last time, unsuited by the drop in trip. Trainer in form. Effective over 2½m and handles good to soft ground; progressive profile.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
Ran to form but needed the run when 22l third in a handicap hurdle at Exeter last time. Effective from 2m to 2m4f and handles heavy or good ground. Still has potential from this mark, with the longer trip expected to help.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on soft ground. Third of 7 behind Luttrell Lad beaten 22l at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Exeter over 2m 2f (good to soft) last month.
Ran to form but needed the run when 22l third in a handicap hurdle at Exeter last time. Effective from 2m to 2m4f and handles heavy or good ground. Still has potential from this mark, with the longer trip expected to help.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| T | Katy Price | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
Won by 2¼l off a mark of 116 at Warwick three starts back. Returned to form when second, beaten 1/2l off 117 last time. Effective from 2m to 2½m and handles any ground. Slightly frustrating type but fairly treated on chase form.
A winner of a chase at 2m 4f on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Bear Market when second of 7 at 7-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Southwell over 2m 4f (soft) last month.
Won by 2¼l off a mark of 116 at Warwick three starts back. Returned to form when second, beaten 1/2l off 117 last time. Effective from 2m to 2½m and handles any ground. Slightly frustrating type but fairly treated on chase form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 1 | 6 | 9.1% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 0 | 6 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 5 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Sean P O'Connor | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 10 | 1 | 5 | 10% |
Returned to form when 7l third in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon last time. Effective over 2m and acts on good to soft and good ground. Generally consistent and worth a try over this slightly longer distance.
He has won three chases from 2m to 2m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Third of 6 behind Forget The Way beaten 7l at 15-2 on his latest outing in a selling hurdle race at Huntingdon over 2m (good) last month.
Returned to form when 7l third in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon last time. Effective over 2m and acts on good to soft and good ground. Generally consistent and worth a try over this slightly longer distance.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 30 | 3 | 5 | 10% | |
| Hurdle | 14 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 30 | 3 | 5 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 18 | 3 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 16 | 1 | 1 | 6.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R T Dunne | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Charles & Pogson | 11 | 3 | 1 | 27.3% |
BEAU QUALI was beaten just half a length when finishing a creditable second to Bear Market at Southwell. That effort can be marked up given the subsequent success of the winner and Dan Skelton's charge could prove the one to side with. George's Lad won his maiden over C&D at the start of the year. Last month's solid fourth at Ascot gives him a shout, while Bucephalus could return to form back on soft ground.
A tight contest where all of the field can be given a chance but the selection is GEORGE'S LAD who has proven steadily progressive. He was unsuited by the drop in trip last time but rallied well suggesting there would be more to come at this stiffer track. Castle Carrock has been highly tried in his short career and is another who has found 2m too sharp. He was well fancied for his handicap debut but was too keen and is expected to leave that form behind here. He can fill the podium with useful chaser Harel Du Marais who proved he could be competitive off this mark on his hurdles return.
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