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Forecast: Sunny spells
Temperature: 7.2° - 9.0°
Rainfall: none
Wind: 13.7 mph SW
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Ran to form when stepping up in trip under a penalty, finishing second beaten 7l in the Introductory Hurdle at Ludlow last time. Effective over 2 1/2m and acts on good ground; in good form and remains competitive under a penalty.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 5f and 3m on good ground. Beaten 7l by Tiptoptim when second of 3 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ludlow over 2m 5f (good) last month.
Ran to form when stepping up in trip under a penalty, finishing second beaten 7l in the Introductory Hurdle at Ludlow last time. Effective over 2 1/2m and acts on good ground; in good form and remains competitive under a penalty.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Daire James McConville | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C E Longsdon | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Made a very promising debut after wind surgery when winning a maiden hurdle at Carlisle by 3l last time. This is his second run since the procedure; effective over 2m1f and acts on soft ground. A point winner with scope for further progress for a top yard.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 1f and 3m on soft and yielding ground. Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 1-6fav at Carlisle over 2m 1f (soft) last month, beating Oh Clare by 3l.
Made a very promising debut after wind surgery when winning a maiden hurdle at Carlisle by 3l last time. This is his second run since the procedure; effective over 2m1f and acts on soft ground. A point winner with scope for further progress for a top yard.
| 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 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tristan Durrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Showed greenness and made mistakes when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Fontwell last time. The trainer is in form, and he returns from a short break. Acts on good to soft ground, and the step up from 2m should suit over hurdles, though improvement is needed.
Yet to place in three starts. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Fortune Timmy when seventh of 8 on his hurdling debut at Fontwell over 2m 3f (good to soft) in October.
Showed greenness and made mistakes when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Fontwell last time. The trainer is in form, and he returns from a short break. Acts on good to soft ground, and the step up from 2m should suit over hurdles, though improvement is needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Kielan Woods | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K C Bailey | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Outpaced early but rallied strongly on a very promising debut when second beaten 1 1/4l in a novice hurdle at Wetherby last time. Effective over 2 1/2m and acts on soft and good ground; his debut form has been franked, and longer trips should suit in time. Big player getting weight from main rivals.
Placed in a hurdle race and two NH flat races from four starts. Beaten 1 1/4l by Get On George when second of 7 at 7-2 on his hurdling debut at Wetherby over 2m 4f (soft) last month.
Outpaced early but rallied strongly on a very promising debut when second beaten 1 1/4l in a novice hurdle at Wetherby last time. Effective over 2 1/2m and acts on soft and good ground; his debut form has been franked, and longer trips should suit in time. Big player getting weight from main rivals.
| 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 (No Headgear) | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | B Pauling | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
Freshers Week carried a penalty for his hurdling debut victory at Market Rasen when second at Ludlow last time. REAL QUARTZ may have more success defying a penalty, given he landed the odds with the minimum of fuss at Carlisle on his Rules debut and first start for Dan Skelton. He looks a potentially smart recruit to the hurdling ranks and is also preferred to Wetherby runner-up Uptown Dandy and Name Me Nicely.
A trio can be given a chance here. Freshers Week was caused a shock on debut before holding his form under a penalty behind a useful rival last time. He will however need to prove his effectiveness on easier ground. Real Quartz coped with a soft surface when making a winning debut at a stiff track and his point win suggests he'll have more to offer for a top yard over this longer trip. The pair may struggle to give weight to UPTOWN DANDY who showed a willing attitude when runner up on his debut finishing a place ahead of a next time out winner. This track should suit and he could go a place better if building on the experience.
Jumped well and did it cosily in a beginners' chase at Warwick, winning by 1 1/2l in a match race. Effective around 2 1/2m on soft and good ground; debut form has been franked and he could progress over fences.
Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 1m 7f to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 8-13fav at Warwick over 2m 4f (good) last month, beating Josh The Boss by 1 1/2l.
Jumped well and did it cosily in a beginners' chase at Warwick, winning by 1 1/2l in a match race. Effective around 2 1/2m on soft and good ground; debut form has been franked and he could progress over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Chase | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 5 | 2 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 5 | 3 | 45.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Gingell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P F Nicholls | 10 | 5 | 2 | 50% |
Travelled strongly and did it cosily when landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off 125 at Cheltenham. Effective from 2m to 2 1/4m on soft and good ground; form has been franked and there may be more to come for this top yard.
He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m 1f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 10-1 in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (good) on his latest outing in October, beating Crest Of Fortune by 2 1/4l. Has also won at Killarney this season.
Travelled strongly and did it cosily when landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off 125 at Cheltenham. Effective from 2m to 2 1/4m on soft and good ground; form has been franked and there may be more to come for this top yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mike O'Connor | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
Won by 2 1/2l off 120 at Aintree on his penultimate start; travelled well and was challenging when falling late last time. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m on decent or soft ground; progressing and remains competitive up 4lb.
He has won a hurdle race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Fell at the last when 11-4fav at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (soft) in a chase won by Kdeux Saint Fray last month on his latest outing.
Won by 2 1/2l off 120 at Aintree on his penultimate start; travelled well and was challenging when falling late last time. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m on decent or soft ground; progressing and remains competitive up 4lb.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Chase | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Rex Dingle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A J Honeyball | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Outpaced but improved from debut when a 3l third in the Grade 2 Rising Stars Novices' Chase at Wincanton. Trainer in good form; effective at 2 1/2m and fairly treated back in a handicap; could progress when tried over further.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f and 2m 3f on good and yielding ground. Third of 5 behind Blueking D'oroux beaten 2 3/4l at 9-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Boodles Rising Stars Novices' Chase at Wincanton over 2m 4f (good) last month.
Outpaced but improved from debut when a 3l third in the Grade 2 Rising Stars Novices' Chase at Wincanton. Trainer in good form; effective at 2 1/2m and fairly treated back in a handicap; could progress when tried over further.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% | |
| Chase | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Cheek Pieces | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J Tizzard | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
Outpaced and needed the run on chase debut when well beaten in a handicap at Exeter. Cheekpieces go on for the first time; effective at 2 1/2m and could leave that form behind if ridden more positively.
She has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on good to soft ground. Well beaten at 5-1 behind U Cant Be Serious when seventh of 9 on her chase debut at Exeter over 2m 3f (good to soft) last month.
Outpaced and needed the run on chase debut when well beaten in a handicap at Exeter. Cheekpieces go on for the first time; effective at 2 1/2m and could leave that form behind if ridden more positively.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N J Henderson | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
Game effort when returning to form and winning a handicap by 3l off 100 at Huntingdon on chase debut. Effective at 2 1/2m on soft and good to soft ground; needs to improve to follow up in stronger company off a higher mark.
Won on his latest outing in a chase when 11-4fav at Huntingdon over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month, beating Carrigmoorna Rowan by 2 3/4l. Runs from 5lb out of handicap.
Game effort when returning to form and winning a handicap by 3l off 100 at Huntingdon on chase debut. Effective at 2 1/2m on soft and good to soft ground; needs to improve to follow up in stronger company off a higher mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R Hobson | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% |
Zurich has looked an improved chaser this season and scored nicely at Cheltenham in October to land a double. The Irish raider can feature again, but JORDANS CROSS may edge a tight contest. Anthony Honeyball's five-year-old won at Aintree on his chasing bow and was still in contention at Cheltenham last month when coming a cropper at the last. He looks worthy of another chance, while Warwick winner Go West is not out of this either.
GO WEST impressed with his jumping in a match race on his chase debut. Though the form probably isn't the most reliable his sole rival has boosted it since and he looks well treated now tackling handicaps based on his spring novice hurdle form. He's proven versatile ground wise and can account for Jordans Cross who would be 2-2 over fences had he not fallen late last time. He's unexposed over trips this far and looks a serious challenger along with hat trick seeker Zurich. The Irish raider won a hot race at Cheltenham last time which has produced a couple of next time out winners so he should remain competitive up 6lb.
Ran to form when flattening out late on ground more testing than ideal, finishing fourth beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap chase at Uttoxeter last time. Effective at 2m and admirably consistent.
Has won five hurdle races and three chases from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 7l behind Blacksamssenorita when fourth of 5 at 5-1 on her latest outing in a chase at Uttoxeter over 2m (heavy) last month.
Ran to form when flattening out late on ground more testing than ideal, finishing fourth beaten 6 1/2l in a handicap chase at Uttoxeter last time. Effective at 2m and admirably consistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 32 | 8 | 7 | 25% | |
| Chase | 16 | 3 | 5 | 18.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 19 | 7 | 3 | 36.8% |
| G | Similar Going | 31 | 8 | 7 | 25.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 34 | 8 | 7 | 23.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 14 | 1 | 4 | 7.1% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | H D Daly | 34 | 8 | 7 | 23.5% |
Keen and found little when well beaten in a handicap chase at Huntingdon last time. Trainer in form but out of sorts since returning from a layoff.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 11-1 behind Pure Carbon when eighth of 9 on his latest outing in a chase at Huntingdon over 2m (good) last month.
Keen and found little when well beaten in a handicap chase at Huntingdon last time. Trainer in form but out of sorts since returning from a layoff.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 2 | 4 | 14.3% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Kielan Woods | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K C Bailey | 15 | 3 | 4 | 20% |
Ran to form on chase debut when beaten 2 1/2l off 114 at Aintree last time. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time, debut form franked, and could improve for this slightly longer trip if handling the testing ground.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on good and yielding ground. Beaten 2 1/2l by Jordans Cross when second of 6 at 11-8fav on his chase debut at Aintree over 2m (good) in October. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Ran to form on chase debut when beaten 2 1/2l off 114 at Aintree last time. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time, debut form franked, and could improve for this slightly longer trip if handling the testing ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P W Wadge | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Improved when landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off 108 at Ludlow last time. Effective at 2m and acts on soft and good ground. Progressing and may stay a bit further in time.
Successful in two chases at 1m 7f and 2m on good ground. A winner at 18-1 in a chase at Ludlow over 2m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Hypotenus by 2 1/4l.
Improved when landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off 108 at Ludlow last time. Effective at 2m and acts on soft and good ground. Progressing and may stay a bit further in time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 2 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 12 | 1 | 3 | 8.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 2 | 3 | 11.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 18 | 2 | 4 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 13.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Andrews | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | Mrs P Sly | 18 | 2 | 4 | 11.1% |
Travelled well but emptied late, having been made too much use of, when fourth beaten 15l in a handicap chase at Cartmel last time. Returning from a break, effective at 2m, acts on good ground, and generally consistent.
A winner of a chase at 2m on good ground. Finished 15l behind Sea The Clouds when fourth of 7 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cartmel over 2m 1f (soft) in July.
Travelled well but emptied late, having been made too much use of, when fourth beaten 15l in a handicap chase at Cartmel last time. Returning from a break, effective at 2m, acts on good ground, and generally consistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 1 | 4 | 8.3% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 1 | 4 | 7.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Midgley | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | S England | 12 | 1 | 4 | 8.3% |
Outpaced before rallying gamely and seeing out the longer trip well when second beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap hurdle at Southwell last time. Returning from a long layoff and open to marked improvement.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 3f and 3m on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 4 1/2l by Thank You Blue when second of 7 at 11-4jt-fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Southwell over 2m 4f (good to soft) in March.
Outpaced before rallying gamely and seeing out the longer trip well when second beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap hurdle at Southwell last time. Returning from a long layoff and open to marked improvement.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Chase | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Lee Edwards | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| T | Henry Oliver | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Stepped up in trip and didn't stay, comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Kempton last time. Consistent hurdler has won at this venue so not dismissed starting out over fences.
He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 1m 6f to 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Turndlightsdownlow when sixth of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good) last month.
Stepped up in trip and didn't stay, comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Kempton last time. Consistent hurdler has won at this venue so not dismissed starting out over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 3 | 3 | 17.7% | |
| Chase | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% |
| Distance | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 4 | 4 | 21.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J M Quinlan | 15 | 4 | 4 | 26.7% |
| T | N B King | 20 | 4 | 4 | 20% |
Winning hurdler SPADESTEP made a pleasing debut over the larger obstacles when runner-up at Aintree in October. This looks less competitive and the six-year-old has plenty of scope for improvement with a tongue strap applied for the first time. Rumoursareflying has been raised 4lb for scoring at Ludlow but that's unlikely to prevent another bold bid, while last-start Cartmel fourth Willie Shake Hands is expected to fare better in this lower grade.
A tight contest can go to SPADESTEP who has seen the form of his runner up effort on chase debut franked. He's well treated on his novice hurdle form from the spring and represents a yard where horses tend to improve significantly for fences. The obvious danger is the in form Rumoursareflying who benefitted from a stiff test when a 2m winner last time and should enjoy this venue. Of those at bigger prices Cuban Court is of some interest. He was a winner here at 2m over hurdles and proved his wellbeing with a couple of victories in the spring in that discipline. He failed to stay 2m5f last time but this will be more suitable so he can pose a threat if taking to the larger obstacles.
Returned to form in first-time cheekpieces when beaten 3l off a mark of 114 at Southwell last time. Effective over 3m and handles soft and good ground. Tricky to win with but well treated if building on that recent revival.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 2m 7f on soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 3l by Stone's Throw when second of 7 at 33-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Southwell over 3m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Returned to form in first-time cheekpieces when beaten 3l off a mark of 114 at Southwell last time. Effective over 3m and handles soft and good ground. Tricky to win with but well treated if building on that recent revival.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 25 | 3 | 4 | 12% | |
| Hurdle | 19 | 2 | 4 | 10.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 3 | 4 | 12% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 17 | 1 | 2 | 5.9% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Alex Chadwick | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | James Owen | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Did it comfortably when returning to form off a reduced mark after a wind operation, winning by 9 1/2l off 105 at Exeter last time. This is his second run after that procedure. Effective over 3m and acts on any ground.
Winner of three hurdle races and two point-to-points from 2m 7f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 16-1 in a hurdle race at Exeter over 2m 7f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Loki's Mischief by 10l.
Did it comfortably when returning to form off a reduced mark after a wind operation, winning by 9 1/2l off 105 at Exeter last time. This is his second run after that procedure. Effective over 3m and acts on any ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 3 | 8 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 21 | 3 | 8 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 2 | 8 | 9.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 25 | 3 | 9 | 12% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 16 | 3 | 8 | 18.8% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | K Woollacott | 24 | 3 | 9 | 12.5% |
Outpaced and never threatened but ran to form when beaten 9 1/2l in a novice hurdle at Worcester last time. Returns from a short break. Effective around 2 1/2m and acts on good to soft and good ground. Inconsistent but on a fair mark.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m 1f on soft ground. Finished 10l behind Ignore The Door when fifth of 7 at 9-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Worcester over 2m 7f (good) in October.
Outpaced and never threatened but ran to form when beaten 9 1/2l in a novice hurdle at Worcester last time. Returns from a short break. Effective around 2 1/2m and acts on good to soft and good ground. Inconsistent but on a fair mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Kielan Woods | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Jonjo & A J O'Neill | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Did it cosily when improving again to win a handicap by 4 1/2l off 104 at Catterick last time. Trainer in form. Effective at 2 1/2m but ideally wants 3m and a sound surface. Strong spring form and remains progressive.
She has won four hurdle races from 2m 7f to 3m 1f on good ground. Won on her latest outing in a hurdle race when 13-8fav at Catterick over 3m 1f (good) last month, beating Bollin Neil by 4 1/2l. Has won 3 times this season.
Did it cosily when improving again to win a handicap by 4 1/2l off 104 at Catterick last time. Trainer in form. Effective at 2 1/2m but ideally wants 3m and a sound surface. Strong spring form and remains progressive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 4 | 0 | 40% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 4 | 0 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 4 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 4 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Peter Kavanagh | 10 | 3 | 0 | 30% |
| T | J Parkinson & S Smith | 12 | 4 | 0 | 33.3% |
Below form under a penalty when comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Kempton last time but had been in good form prior. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and acts on good ground. Opening mark looks demanding.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good ground. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Kasino Des Mottes when fifth of 6 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good) last month.
Below form under a penalty when comfortably held in a novice hurdle at Kempton last time but had been in good form prior. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and acts on good ground. Opening mark looks demanding.
| 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 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J M Quinlan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | N B King | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Raced lazily and ran below form when fourth, beaten 29l in a novice hurdle at Exeter last time. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m and acts on any ground. Generally consistent until latest effort but not straightforward.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 7f on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 9-2 behind Pottersville when fourth of 6 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Exeter over 2m 7f (good to soft) last month.
Raced lazily and ran below form when fourth, beaten 29l in a novice hurdle at Exeter last time. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m and acts on any ground. Generally consistent until latest effort but not straightforward.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 1 | 7 | 7.1% | |
| Hurdle | 14 | 1 | 7 | 7.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 2 | 6 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 13 | 1 | 6 | 7.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 9 | 0 | 7 | 0% |
| T | B Pauling | 17 | 2 | 7 | 11.8% |
Made mistakes and was outpaced, not taking to chasing and needing the run when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Windsor last time. Wears a hood for the first time. Effective around 2m4f and acts on soft and good to soft ground.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on soft ground. Well beaten at 6-1 behind Hold Up La Colmine when sixth of 7 on his chase debut at Windsor over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
Made mistakes and was outpaced, not taking to chasing and needing the run when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Windsor last time. Wears a hood for the first time. Effective around 2m4f and acts on soft and good to soft ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Liam Harrison | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P Hobbs & J White | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
Outpaced but ran to form when fourth, beaten 7l in a handicap hurdle at Southwell last time. Cheekpieces applied for the first time. Effective at 2 1/2m and acts on good ground. Consistent but frustrating, often gets behind in his races.
Placed in eight hurdle races and three NH flat races from 13 starts. Finished 7l behind Nazare when fourth of 5 at 7-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Southwell over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Outpaced but ran to form when fourth, beaten 7l in a handicap hurdle at Southwell last time. Cheekpieces applied for the first time. Effective at 2 1/2m and acts on good ground. Consistent but frustrating, often gets behind in his races.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 0 | 7 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 0 | 7 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 0 | 10 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Hammond | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| T | N Kent | 13 | 0 | 10 | 0% |
Went clear and did it easily when returning to form off a reduced mark, winning by 27l off 96 here last time under a well-judged ride. Trainer in form. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m and acts on good to soft and good ground. Still well treated on old form.
Winner of seven hurdle races from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 5-1 in a hurdle race over this course and distance (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Sunshine Diamond by 27l.
Went clear and did it easily when returning to form off a reduced mark, winning by 27l off 96 here last time under a well-judged ride. Trainer in form. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m and acts on good to soft and good ground. Still well treated on old form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 49 | 7 | 8 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 49 | 7 | 8 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| C | Course | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 46 | 6 | 8 | 13% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 28 | 4 | 9 | 14.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 34 | 4 | 3 | 11.8% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Oscar Palmer | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | J Parkinson & S Smith | 31 | 5 | 4 | 16.1% |
Connections of HEATHER HONEY have resisted the temptation of pitching her into the Listed race later on the card and the decision can pay off. The six-year-old ran well to a point when heading the market for an Aintree class 3 before staying on strongly to reward those favourite-backers who kept the faith at Catterick. Her stablemate Romeo Brown and Stratton Oakmont also arrive in winning form, with the latter feared most after showing the benefit of a wind operation at Exeter. Betty's Tiara also has claims now back in a handicap.
Most can be given a chance here but BRIDGE NORTH is selected to snap a long losing run. He hinted at a revival when placed off 2lb lower last time and remains 6lb lower than when coming down over C&D last year when looking the likely winner. His yard does well with its new recruits so he can defeat another veteran Stratton Oakmont who bounced back to form with a cosy win last time and remains well treated on his best efforts. The Sue Smith yard also holds a strong hand with its pair of last time out winners Heather Honey and Romeo Brown. The former has proven hugely progressive as a stayer though may find the ground on the soft side while the latter bounced back from a long spell in the doldrums last time. He remains well treated on his old form but isn't one to rely on backing up that C&D victory.
Below form when upped in grade after a wind operation, well beaten in the Stayers' Premier Handicap Hurdle at Haydock last time. This is his second run since the procedure, and he remains in the mix switched to fences though stable has stronger claims.
He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 17l behind Electric Mason at 18-1 when eighth of 17 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Haydock over 3m (good to soft) last month.
Below form when upped in grade after a wind operation, well beaten in the Stayers' Premier Handicap Hurdle at Haydock last time. This is his second run since the procedure, and he remains in the mix switched to fences though stable has stronger claims.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 22 | 3 | 4 | 13.6% | |
| Chase | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 24 | 4 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Atkins | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
Won by 4 1/2l off 127 at Warwick on her penultimate start but disappointed up in grade when sixth, beaten 44l off 132 last time. Returns from a short break; sound surface suits and she stays 2 1/2-3m, though conditions may be a concern.
Winner of three hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 10-3 behind Ask Brewster when sixth of 7 on her latest outing in a chase at Chepstow over 3m (good to firm) in October. Has won 3 times this season.
Won by 4 1/2l off 127 at Warwick on her penultimate start but disappointed up in grade when sixth, beaten 44l off 132 last time. Returns from a short break; sound surface suits and she stays 2 1/2-3m, though conditions may be a concern.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 5 | 4 | 27.8% | |
| Chase | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 5 | 4 | 31.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 5 | 4 | 29.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| T | N J Henderson | 18 | 5 | 4 | 27.8% |
Produced a solid effort when tiring late on after stepping up in trip following a break and wind operation, possibly outstayed when second beaten 13l in a handicap chase here last time. Trainer in form; second run after the procedure and a sharper track may suit.
He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m 3f to 3m on good ground. Beaten 13l by Moon Rocket when second of 4 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a chase over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Produced a solid effort when tiring late on after stepping up in trip following a break and wind operation, possibly outstayed when second beaten 13l in a handicap chase here last time. Trainer in form; second run after the procedure and a sharper track may suit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 4 | 4 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 4 | 6 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J M Quinlan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | L Wadham | 18 | 4 | 6 | 22.2% |
Raced prominently and did plenty early when third, beaten 19l, in the Rehearsal Handicap Chase at Newcastle last time. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m and suited by decent ground, though has been inconsistent this season.
Has won three hurdle races, four chases and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 8 behind Konfusion beaten 19l at 9-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Newcastle over 2m 7f (good to soft) last month.
Raced prominently and did plenty early when third, beaten 19l, in the Rehearsal Handicap Chase at Newcastle last time. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m and suited by decent ground, though has been inconsistent this season.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 29 | 7 | 4 | 24.1% | |
| Chase | 17 | 4 | 3 | 23.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| C | Course | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 27 | 6 | 4 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 14 | 2 | 3 | 14.3% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 22 | 6 | 3 | 27.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Maggs | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| T | R Hobson | 14 | 2 | 3 | 14.3% |
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Bangor-on-Dee last time. Effective at 3m and prefers decent ground. Previously in form and goes well at Doncaster; a threat if the surface is not too testing.
Winner of two hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up 2 out when 14-1 at Bangor-on-Dee over 3m (soft) in a chase won by Digby in April on his latest outing.
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Bangor-on-Dee last time. Effective at 3m and prefers decent ground. Previously in form and goes well at Doncaster; a threat if the surface is not too testing.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 25 | 5 | 2 | 20% | |
| Chase | 17 | 3 | 1 | 17.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| C | Course | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 24 | 5 | 2 | 20.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 15 | 1 | 2 | 6.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Hammond | 20 | 5 | 1 | 25% |
| T | N Kent | 25 | 5 | 2 | 20% |
Rallied gamely to score by a nose off 120 at Newcastle when upped in trip and fitted with first-time cheekpieces. Effective from 2m to 2m4f and suited by some cut; may progress further.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. A winner at 8-1 in a chase at Newcastle over 2m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Grand Geste by a nose.
Rallied gamely to score by a nose off 120 at Newcastle when upped in trip and fitted with first-time cheekpieces. Effective from 2m to 2m4f and suited by some cut; may progress further.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Chase | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ned Fox | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Miss V Williams | 11 | 4 | 2 | 36.4% |
Won by 2 1/2l off 114 at Newton Abbot three starts ago and ran to form when just outstayed, finishing second beaten 3l off 119 last time. Looks well treated on his hurdle form and thriving for new yard; should be bang there.
Winner of four hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to yielding. Beaten 2 3/4l by Kikijo when second of 8 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 3m (soft) last month.
Won by 2 1/2l off 114 at Newton Abbot three starts ago and ran to form when just outstayed, finishing second beaten 3l off 119 last time. Looks well treated on his hurdle form and thriving for new yard; should be bang there.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 32 | 5 | 9 | 15.6% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 30 | 5 | 7 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 25 | 4 | 9 | 16% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tristan Durrell | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
Dan Skelton switches Joyeux Machin and PRINCE ZALTAR back to fences and it is the last-named who makes most appeal. The eight-year-old beat all bar subsequent winner Kikijo at Cheltenham and is able to compete here from the same mark. Docpickedme made the frame in the Rehearsal and is now back to the rating from which he landed the Great Yorkshire over C&D. The Venetia Williams stable is clicking into gear and Alcedo played a part in that when successful on ground that probably wasn't as testing as he'd like at Newcastle.
PRINCE ZALTAR has been thriving since a move to this top yard and could continue his good run here. The form of his latest runner up effort took a boost last weekend and he returns to chasing off just 1lb higher. Hurricane Bay chased home a classy looking rival here last time on his first run since a wind op and he looks well treated on his previous winning run. If building on that return he can will be tough to peg back while last time out winner Alcedo is also respected. He rallied gamely that day suggesting that this step up to a staying trip would suit.
Never threatened when stepped up in grade in a race dominated from the front, finishing fourth and beaten 9 1/2l in the Ascot Hurdle (Grade 2) at Ascot last time. Effective from 2m to 3m, suited by a sound surface, and consistent.
Winner of six hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 10l behind Wodhooh when fourth of 8 at 14-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 Ladbrokes Ascot Hurdle at Ascot over 2m 3f (good to soft) last month.
Never threatened when stepped up in grade in a race dominated from the front, finishing fourth and beaten 9 1/2l in the Ascot Hurdle (Grade 2) at Ascot last time. Effective from 2m to 3m, suited by a sound surface, and consistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 6 | 3 | 42.9% | |
| Hurdle | 14 | 6 | 3 | 42.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 7 | 3 | 43.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 7 | 3 | 43.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tristan Durrell | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 16 | 7 | 3 | 43.8% |
Travelled well but flattened out late, running to form when fourth and beaten 9l in a handicap hurdle at Market Rasen last time. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m, consistent though the handicapper shows little leniency.
She has won three hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 9l behind C'est Different when fourth of 8 at 13-2 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Market Rasen over 2m 7f (good to soft) last month.
Travelled well but flattened out late, running to form when fourth and beaten 9l in a handicap hurdle at Market Rasen last time. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m, consistent though the handicapper shows little leniency.
| 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 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 3 | 5 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 3 | 5 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B S Hughes | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| T | Ruth Jefferson | 15 | 3 | 5 | 20% |
Ran to form when second and beaten 1/2l in the Cailin Alainn Mares Hurdle (Listed) at Limerick last time. Off a short break, stays 3m, and a sound surface suits. A useful and consistent hurdler, C&D winner who should remain competitive.
Winner of five hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding. Beaten 1/2l by Millstream Lady when second of 5 at 2-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Limerick over 2m 7f (good - yielding) in October. Having her first run for a new stable today.
Ran to form when second and beaten 1/2l in the Cailin Alainn Mares Hurdle (Listed) at Limerick last time. Off a short break, stays 3m, and a sound surface suits. A useful and consistent hurdler, C&D winner who should remain competitive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 5 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 5 | 1 | 55.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 6 | 2 | 46.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jordan Gainford | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% |
| T | James Kenny | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Ran to form down in trip when second and beaten 2l in a Listed Mares' Hurdle at Kempton last time. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m, with her form franked and holding her form well.
Winner of five hurdle races from 2m 2f to 3m 2f on good ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Dream On Baby when second of 6 at 11-2 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good) last month.
Ran to form down in trip when second and beaten 2l in a Listed Mares' Hurdle at Kempton last time. Effective from 2 1/2m to 3m, with her form franked and holding her form well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 5 | 5 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 15 | 5 | 5 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 5 | 5 | 31.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 5 | 5 | 29.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 17 | 5 | 5 | 29.4% |
Did it cosily and improved again when winning a handicap hurdle at Catterick by 4 1/2l last time. Trainer in form; effective over 2 1/2m but ideally suited by 3m on a sound surface. Strong spring form and remains progressive but vulnerable in this grade.
She has won four hurdle races from 2m 7f to 3m 1f on good ground. Won on her latest outing in a hurdle race when 13-8fav at Catterick over 3m 1f (good) last month, beating Bollin Neil by 4 1/2l. Has won 3 times this season.
Did it cosily and improved again when winning a handicap hurdle at Catterick by 4 1/2l last time. Trainer in form; effective over 2 1/2m but ideally suited by 3m on a sound surface. Strong spring form and remains progressive but vulnerable in this grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 4 | 1 | 30.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 4 | 1 | 30.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J Parkinson & S Smith | 13 | 4 | 1 | 30.8% |
Improved again when stepped up in trip under a positive ride at a sharp track, winning a handicap chase at Huntingdon by 2 1/2l last time. Progressive type likely to struggle in this grade.
She has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Won on her latest outing in a chase when 7-4fav at Huntingdon over 3m (good to soft) last month, beating Tankardstown Diva by 2 1/2l.
Improved again when stepped up in trip under a positive ride at a sharp track, winning a handicap chase at Huntingdon by 2 1/2l last time. Progressive type likely to struggle in this grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 4 | 1 | 30.8% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 2 | 1 | 18.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 4 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Lily Pinchin | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% |
| T | C E Longsdon | 13 | 4 | 1 | 30.8% |
This appears to be a simple task for KATEIRA. Dan Skelton's mare scored at Wetherby in a match against Champion Hurdle heroine Golden Ace, who scoped dirty afterwards before going on to land a dramatic Fighting Fifth. The selection then finished fourth in the Ascot Hurdle and a repeat of either effort would be more than enough. World Of Fortunes was runner-up in Listed company at Limerick in October and has to enter calculations along with Bethpage, who produced a career-best effort when second at Kempton last time.
KATEIRA is the obvious pick here. She beat a dual Grade 1 winner at Listed level on her return and her best form gives her 13lb in hand on her rivals so she should be able to defy a penalty. World Of Fortunes looks the clear danger back at the scene of her Listed win as a novice. She was in good form in the autumn in Ireland but the ground could be quicker for her here. The progressive Bethpage ran well in a Listed contest last time and will appreciate the step back up in trip so can complete the podium.
Did it readily when winning a handicap by 5l off 124 at Newbury last time; up 2lb and improving; trainer in form. Effective at 2m on good ground and progressing since being returned to hurdles and ridden positively.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to good - yielding. A winner at 15-2 in a hurdle race at Newbury over 2m (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Believitanducan by 5l.
Did it readily when winning a handicap by 5l off 124 at Newbury last time; up 2lb and improving; trainer in form. Effective at 2m on good ground and progressing since being returned to hurdles and ridden positively.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 3 | 3 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 3 | 3 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Daire James McConville | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | C E Longsdon | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
Won by 3l off 128 at Chepstow two starts back. Too free and failed to find much when 11th beaten 24l off 132 last time. Effective at 2m, handles soft and good ground; current mark demands more.
Winner of five hurdle races and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to yielding. Well beaten at 15-2 behind Alexei when last of 11 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ascot over 2m (good) last month.
Won by 3l off 128 at Chepstow two starts back. Too free and failed to find much when 11th beaten 24l off 132 last time. Effective at 2m, handles soft and good ground; current mark demands more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 5 | 3 | 27.8% | |
| Hurdle | 17 | 5 | 3 | 29.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 7 | 2 | 36.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 7 | 2 | 41.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Megan Fox | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Harry Derham | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% |
Won by 1/2l off 129 at Kelso three runs ago. Bit below form when fifth beaten 12l off 130 last time back over hurdles. Effective at 2m and suited by good ground, though better known as a chaser and inconsistent.
Has won a hurdle race, two NH flat races and six chases from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 12l behind Saligo Bay when fifth of 8 at 12-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 2m (soft) last month.
Won by 1/2l off 129 at Kelso three runs ago. Bit below form when fifth beaten 12l off 130 last time back over hurdles. Effective at 2m and suited by good ground, though better known as a chaser and inconsistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 34 | 7 | 7 | 20.6% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| D | Distance | 11 | 1 | 2 | 9.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 37 | 8 | 7 | 21.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 37 | 9 | 8 | 24.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 18 | 2 | 4 | 11.1% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 26 | 5 | 4 | 19.2% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B S Hughes | 18 | 3 | 5 | 16.7% |
| T | P D Niven | 39 | 9 | 8 | 23.1% |
Returned to form when beaten 2l off 122 at Windsor last time, having had too much to do. Effective at 2m and may not stay further; looks on a good mark if building on that recent revival.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good and good to soft ground. Third of 9 behind Hardy Du Seuil beaten 2l at 33-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Windsor over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Returned to form when beaten 2l off 122 at Windsor last time, having had too much to do. Effective at 2m and may not stay further; looks on a good mark if building on that recent revival.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 2 | 2 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 2 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 2 | 4 | 11.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Christian Williams | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Quickened clear comfortably to win a novice hurdle at Sedgefield by 5l last time. Enjoys making the running; effective at 2m and handles any ground on the Flat. Progressive type over hurdles.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on good and soft ground (latest flat win was in May). Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 8-11fav at Sedgefield over 2m 1f (soft) last month, beating Idaho Valley by 5l.
Quickened clear comfortably to win a novice hurdle at Sedgefield by 5l last time. Enjoys making the running; effective at 2m and handles any ground on the Flat. Progressive type over hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 4 | 8 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Benjamin Macey | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Faye Bramley | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
Improved down in grade when landing a handicap by 5l off 108 at Warwick last time. Returning from a long layoff but progressive on previous form. Effective around 2 1/2m and handles ground with some cut. Should progress further this term and holds strong claims if fit.
Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 11-8fav at Warwick over 2m 3f (soft) in February, beating Sweet Magic by 5l.
Improved down in grade when landing a handicap by 5l off 108 at Warwick last time. Returning from a long layoff but progressive on previous form. Effective around 2 1/2m and handles ground with some cut. Should progress further this term and holds strong claims if fit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 1 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| T | B Pauling | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
Won by 3 1/4l off 68 at Nottingham two starts back. Made mistakes and may not have stayed when seventh beaten 32l off 121 last time. Effective at 2m; may not be quite the force of old over jumps.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over three years ago (latest flat win was in October). Well beaten at 22-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Haydock over 2m 3f (good to soft) last month.
Won by 3 1/4l off 68 at Nottingham two starts back. Made mistakes and may not have stayed when seventh beaten 32l off 121 last time. Effective at 2m; may not be quite the force of old over jumps.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 4 | 1 | 21.1% | |
| Hurdle | 17 | 4 | 1 | 23.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 38 | 9 | 4 | 23.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 36 | 6 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 22.2% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 15 | 2 | 1 | 13.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Quinlan | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | B Ellison | 38 | 10 | 4 | 26.3% |
Fell in a handicap hurdle at Ludlow last time when still in contention, having done plenty early. Enjoys making the running; effective at 2m on good to soft or good ground and looks on a fair mark based on novice win.
She has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 1f on good ground. Fell 2 out when 12-1 at Ludlow over 2m (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Tour Ovalie earlier this month on her latest outing. Has won at Cartmel and Warwick this season.
Fell in a handicap hurdle at Ludlow last time when still in contention, having done plenty early. Enjoys making the running; effective at 2m on good to soft or good ground and looks on a fair mark based on novice win.
| 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 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Liam Harrison | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
Keen and made too much use of when beaten 9l in a handicap hurdle at Perth last time but showed some improvement on recent form. Absent for a lengthy period; effective around 2 1/2m and acts on any ground though regressive previously.
Has won four hurdle races and five chases from 2m 1f to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 10-1 in a hurdle race at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 2m 4f (soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating First Dream by 8l. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Keen and made too much use of when beaten 9l in a handicap hurdle at Perth last time but showed some improvement on recent form. Absent for a lengthy period; effective around 2 1/2m and acts on any ground though regressive previously.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 30 | 9 | 4 | 30% | |
| Hurdle | 15 | 4 | 1 | 26.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 11 | 3 | 1 | 27.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 7 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Roisin Leech | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Mrs S Leech | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Bowmore has proved a lot happier since being switched back to hurdles. The seven-year-old won well at Newbury last month and is expected to be in the mix again, but a chance is taken with AMANCIO. He has progressed nicely over timber and goes into handicap company fresh from a comfortable victory at Sedgefield. Lanesborough improved in handicaps earlier in the year and has to be of interest on his return to action.
LANESBOROUGH had plenty in hand when shedding his maiden tag last time and can defy an 8lb rise here. Though he may ideally want a bit further in time the easy ground and long straight combined with the likely strong pace will draw out his stamina. The unexposed Belle Le Grand wasn't finished with when coming down last time and looks on a fair mark based on her summer novice form. She can throw down the biggest challenge along with Williethebuilder who returned to form when placed last time. He's 2lb below his last winning mark so will hold fair claims if the ground isn't too testing.
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