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Forecast: Sunny spells
Temperature: 1.8° - 6.3°
Rainfall: none
Wind: 11.6 mph NE
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Won this race last year but produced a poor effort without obvious reason when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Wetherby last time. Effective from 2m to 2m4f on most ground except heavy and should bounce back after a short break.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 3f on soft ground (latest flat win was in August). Well beaten at 10-1 behind Onewaywest when eighth of 9 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wetherby over 2m 4f (soft) last month.
Won this race last year but produced a poor effort without obvious reason when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Wetherby last time. Effective from 2m to 2m4f on most ground except heavy and should bounce back after a short break.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 3 | 3 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 15 | 3 | 3 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 27 | 5 | 5 | 18.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 16 | 3 | 4 | 18.8% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jay Tidball | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss H C Knight | 22 | 4 | 3 | 18.2% |
Enjoyed the testing ground and won going away by 7 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark in a handicap at Uttoxeter last time. Effective at 2m on heavy ground, the step up in trip may suit and he appears to be progressing well.
A winner at 28-1 in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m (heavy) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Thankyouandplease by 8l. Carries a 7lb penalty today for that success.
Enjoyed the testing ground and won going away by 7 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark in a handicap at Uttoxeter last time. Effective at 2m on heavy ground, the step up in trip may suit and he appears to be progressing well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 1 | 0 | 10% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Mitchell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Nick Scholfield | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Plumpton last time and now wears cheekpieces for the first time. Effective at 2m on good to soft ground, he returns to hurdles and is well handicapped on his best novice form.
Yet to place in seven starts. Pulled up at the last when 6-4fav at Plumpton over 2m 4f (good to soft) in a chase won by Atreides earlier this month on his latest outing. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Plumpton last time and now wears cheekpieces for the first time. Effective at 2m on good to soft ground, he returns to hurdles and is well handicapped on his best novice form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Gordon | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | C Gordon | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ran about to form when fourth, beaten 9 1/2l, in a handicap hurdle here last time. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m but needs to improve to get off the mark.
Unplaced in all six starts over hurdles. Finished 10l behind Mask Of Zorro when fourth of 11 at 80-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 6f (good to soft) last month.
Ran about to form when fourth, beaten 9 1/2l, in a handicap hurdle here last time. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m but needs to improve to get off the mark.
| 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 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Luke Scott | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K Bishop | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Produced a poor effort when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Leicester last time. Effective from 2m3f to around 3m and prefers plenty of give, but likely to need a stiffer test.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m 3f to 2m 6f on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 5-1 behind Jewel Eyed Judy when sixth of 7 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leicester over 2m 4f (soft) last month.
Produced a poor effort when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Leicester last time. Effective from 2m3f to around 3m and prefers plenty of give, but likely to need a stiffer test.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 3 | 2 | 18.8% | |
| Hurdle | 13 | 3 | 2 | 23.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 2 | 0 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Finn Lambert | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | D J Jeffreys | 16 | 3 | 2 | 18.8% |
Scored by 3/4l off a 5lb lower mark here three runs ago and ran slightly below form when upped in trip to 3m last time. Effective between 2m and 2m6f on soft and good to soft ground, and the drop back in trip should help.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 6f on good to soft ground. Beaten 13l behind Happy Returns at 3-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wincanton over 3m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Scored by 3/4l off a 5lb lower mark here three runs ago and ran slightly below form when upped in trip to 3m last time. Effective between 2m and 2m6f on soft and good to soft ground, and the drop back in trip should help.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 2 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ned Fox | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Mrs R Ford | 10 | 1 | 2 | 10% |
Motazzen invariably runs well here and won this race 12 months ago, but he's off 13lb higher this year which may anchor his chances. MORNING MAYHEM was a surprise winner at Uttoxeter last week and he only has to carry a 7lb penalty now and that leaves him 3lb well in. If he can repeat that form he could win again, leaving Bradman as the pick for third spot.
Motazzen won this last year and is dangerous having been in good form prior to a poor effort last time. He is likely to bounce back and contend, but preference is for MORNING MAYHEM who got his act together in very convincing fashion last time. He'll need the step-up in trip on the likely better ground especially under a penalty but looks a horse going the right way. An outsider that may go well is King Of Highways who disappointed when favourite over fences last time, but is well treated on his novice hurdle form and gets head gear to chivvy him along.
Appeared not to stay 2m6f when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Leicester last time. Had been in good form prior and is effective from 2m to 2m4f, acting on soft (not heavy) and good ground. A consistent hurdler who can do better over fences down in trip.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good to soft ground. Finished 16l behind Roe And Co when fifth of 6 at 12-1 on her chase debut at Leicester over 2m 7f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Appeared not to stay 2m6f when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Leicester last time. Had been in good form prior and is effective from 2m to 2m4f, acting on soft (not heavy) and good ground. A consistent hurdler who can do better over fences down in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 1 | 4 | 7.1% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 1 | 4 | 7.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 1 | 4 | 6.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Daniel Sansom | 11 | 1 | 3 | 9.1% |
| T | J W Mullins | 16 | 1 | 4 | 6.3% |
Scored by 6l off a 7lb lower mark at Worcester in September; ran to form second beaten 1 1/4l off this mark last time; effective 2m, acts on S and G; in good form, player again.
He has won a hurdle race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by A Great Excuse when second of 8 at 3-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Lingfield over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Scored by 6l off a 7lb lower mark at Worcester in September; ran to form second beaten 1 1/4l off this mark last time; effective 2m, acts on S and G; in good form, player again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 3 | 8 | 13% | |
| Chase | 14 | 2 | 5 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 3 | 8 | 12% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 18 | 3 | 8 | 16.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Gordon | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% |
| T | C Gordon | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% |
Prefers easier ground and was well beaten in a handicap hurdle here last time. Returning from a long layoff and has a bit to find.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 3f on soft ground. Beaten 12l behind Military Tycoon at 20-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 6f (good) in March. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Tim Vaughan.
Prefers easier ground and was well beaten in a handicap hurdle here last time. Returning from a long layoff and has a bit to find.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 1 | 2 | 7.7% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 1 | 1 | 7.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 8.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 9 | 1 | 1 | 11.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Davies | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | B R Johnson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Going as well as any when coming to grief 2 out last time; effective at 2m to 2m2f, acts on S and G; unlucky latest and mark very generous if finds Irish form, big chance.
Successful in two chases at 2m and 2m 2f on good and yielding ground. Unseated rider when 22-1 at Taunton over 2m 2f (good) in a chase won by Chief O'Hara earlier this month on his latest outing.
Going as well as any when coming to grief 2 out last time; effective at 2m to 2m2f, acts on S and G; unlucky latest and mark very generous if finds Irish form, big chance.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 30 | 2 | 3 | 6.7% | |
| Chase | 18 | 2 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 2 | 3 | 8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 22 | 1 | 2 | 4.6% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Mitchell | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | T R Gretton | 11 | 1 | 1 | 9.1% |
Chris Gordon has a good record here and will be hoing to add to that with SUPERSTYLIN, a winner at Worcester in September and placed three times since. Up a couple of furlongs off the same mark as last time, he looks all set for another big run. Jackeline needs to brush up on her jumping to have a say here, so McGrath From Clune is the bigger danger despite unseating at Taunton last time out.
Small field but three of the four could easily win it. Jackeline made a fair start over fences without quite staying 2m6f, this drop back could see her retrun to her hurdles form and she'd be a big player if doing so. Superstylin is in good form over the bigger obstacles and should also threat, but the one with the biggest upside is MCGRATH FROM CLUNE. He travelled very well last time and looked sure to be first or second when unseating two out. His best form in Ireland makes him look well handicapped here and there is a suspicion he has steadily recaptured that.
Yard has won 2 of last 8 runnings of race; improved from debut but not speed of winner down in trip 4 1/2l third in a novice hurdle at Kempton most recent run; effective 2 1/2m, acts on GS; more to come though drop back in trip may not be ideal.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 3f on good to soft ground. Third of 6 behind Old Park Star beaten 4 1/2l at 7-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m (good) last month.
Yard has won 2 of last 8 runnings of race; improved from debut but not speed of winner down in trip 4 1/2l third in a novice hurdle at Kempton most recent run; effective 2 1/2m, acts on GS; more to come though drop back in trip may not be ideal.
| 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 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 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 | Freddie Gordon | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | C Gordon | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Ran to form when third, beaten 5l, in a novice hurdle at Plumpton on his latest start. Trainer is in form. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and acts on good to soft and good ground. Debut form modest and looks likely to appreciate testing conditions at this trip.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m 2f and 2m 3f on good to soft ground. Third of 4 behind El Galactico beaten 5l at 4-11fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Plumpton over 2m 4f (good) last month.
Ran to form when third, beaten 5l, in a novice hurdle at Plumpton on his latest start. Trainer is in form. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and acts on good to soft and good ground. Debut form modest and looks likely to appreciate testing conditions at this trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A J Honeyball | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Novicey at the hurdles but shaped with promise when fourth, beaten 15l, in a maiden hurdle at Newbury. Effective around 2m and acts on soft ground. Open to marked improvement.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Finished 15l behind Act Of Innocence when fourth of 15 at 80-1 on his racecourse debut at Newbury over 2m (soft) last month.
Novicey at the hurdles but shaped with promise when fourth, beaten 15l, in a maiden hurdle at Newbury. Effective around 2m and acts on soft ground. Open to marked improvement.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Mitchell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G & J Moore | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Showed little when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Leicester last time. Yet to produce any reliable form in bumpers or over hurdles.
Yet to place in three starts. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Ubatuba when last of 8 on his hurdling debut at Leicester over 2m 4f (soft) earlier this month.
Showed little when well beaten in a maiden hurdle at Leicester last time. Yet to produce any reliable form in bumpers or over hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Joshua Bryan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Toby Bulgin | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Came clear impressively to win a bumper at Uttoxeter by 8 1/2l last time. A maiden point winner who stays from 2m to 3m and acts on heavy and yielding ground. A big, scopey, athletic type with plenty of potential for the future.
Successful in a NH flat race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on good - yielding and heavy ground. Won on his latest outing in a NH flat race when 4-6fav at Uttoxeter over 2m (heavy) last month, beating Eastern Fire by 9l.
Came clear impressively to win a bumper at Uttoxeter by 8 1/2l last time. A maiden point winner who stays from 2m to 3m and acts on heavy and yielding ground. A big, scopey, athletic type with plenty of potential for the future.
| 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) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C O'Farrell | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | N P Mulholland | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Chris Gordon and the Moore family have won five of the last seven renewals of this contest and they may have it between them once more. FORTUNE TIMMY took a maiden hurdle here in October and ran well enough when third at Kempton to be the pick. Fashion Hunter was a huge price when fourth at Newbury first time out, suggesting he can only improve for the experience, and he may get the better of bumper winner Rathkenny in the race for second.
Fashion Hunter ran well on debut and is open to marked improvement and Fountains Blenhein has run creditably both starts over hurdles. The pair set a good standard, but it may be worth taking a chance with RATHKENNY. He caught the eye winning his bumper. He's a big, raw-boned future chaser and doesn't carry his tail or set his ears that generously, but did show loads of potential on his rules debut. It is guesswork, but he could be well above this level. Ultimately, the biggest threat may be Fortune Timmy, the form of his third at Kempton last time looking the pick on offer.
Outpaced but returned to form back on easy ground when fourth, beaten 5l, in a handicap hurdle at Newbury last time; effective from 2½m to 3m and acts with cut, though not one to rely on building on that revival.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on heavy ground. Finished 5l behind Keable when fourth of 11 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newbury over 3m (soft) last month.
Outpaced but returned to form back on easy ground when fourth, beaten 5l, in a handicap hurdle at Newbury last time; effective from 2½m to 3m and acts with cut, though not one to rely on building on that revival.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% | |
| Hurdle | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 10 | 1 | 3 | 10% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jay Tidball | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 16 | 1 | 4 | 6.3% |
Fell in a handicap chase at Ffos Las last time but had been largely in good form over hurdles before that; effective between 2m3f and 2m7f, acts on good to soft and good ground, and looks the type to make a better chaser though his hurdle mark remains competitive.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 3f and 2m 5f on good ground. Fell at the 8th when 13-2 at Ffos Las over 3m (soft) in a chase won by Howaya Now last month on his chase debut.
Fell in a handicap chase at Ffos Las last time but had been largely in good form over hurdles before that; effective between 2m3f and 2m7f, acts on good to soft and good ground, and looks the type to make a better chaser though his hurdle mark remains competitive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Isabelle Ryder | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Jamie Snowden | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
Did it cosily when landing a handicap by 9½l off a 7lb lower mark at Uttoxeter last time; the further the better and acts on any going; a progressive hurdler who remains fairly treated.
She has won four hurdle races from 2m 7f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 11-1 in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 7f (soft) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Oh My Johnny by 10l.
Did it cosily when landing a handicap by 9½l off a 7lb lower mark at Uttoxeter last time; the further the better and acts on any going; a progressive hurdler who remains fairly treated.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 4 | 3 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 13 | 4 | 3 | 30.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 3 | 3 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 15 | 4 | 3 | 26.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Sean P O'Connor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | L Horsfall | 16 | 4 | 3 | 25% |
Raced lazily and stopped quickly in a handicap chase at Hereford last time but ran to form over hurdles on his previous start; effective from 2½m to 3m and acts on any ground; essentially consistent with a mark that looks about right.
Winner of five hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 2f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Pulled up at the 14th when 13-2 at Hereford over 3m 1f (good to soft) in a chase won by Golan Loop earlier this month on his latest outing.
Raced lazily and stopped quickly in a handicap chase at Hereford last time but ran to form over hurdles on his previous start; effective from 2½m to 3m and acts on any ground; essentially consistent with a mark that looks about right.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 38 | 6 | 9 | 15.8% | |
| Hurdle | 20 | 5 | 5 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 33 | 5 | 8 | 15.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 16 | 5 | 4 | 31.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 33 | 4 | 7 | 12.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Robottom | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J Tizzard | 27 | 3 | 6 | 11.1% |
Erratic over fences when last seen in May 2024; has a fair mark but must prove he has retained his ability, with fitness a significant doubt.
Winner of five chases and a point-to-point from 3m to 3m 4f on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 4 behind Copperhead beaten 5l at 15-8fav on his latest outing in a chase at Plumpton over 3m 2f (good) in May last year.
Erratic over fences when last seen in May 2024; has a fair mark but must prove he has retained his ability, with fitness a significant doubt.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 5 | 0 | 29.4% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 5 | 0 | 31.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 13 | 4 | 0 | 30.8% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Cannon | 9 | 3 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | C Gordon | 17 | 5 | 0 | 29.4% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ran to the balance of her form when third, beaten 7l, in a handicap hurdle at Lingfield most recently; visor on for the first time; effective around 3m and prefers some give in the ground, with a fair mark.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 7f and 3m on good to soft ground. Third of 6 behind Tropical Speed beaten 7l at 6-4fav on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Lingfield over 2m 7f (good to soft) last month. She is wearing a visor for the first time.
Ran to the balance of her form when third, beaten 7l, in a handicap hurdle at Lingfield most recently; visor on for the first time; effective around 3m and prefers some give in the ground, with a fair mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 2 | 3 | 13.3% | |
| Hurdle | 15 | 2 | 3 | 13.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 2 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (V only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C O'Farrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N P Mulholland | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
It is hard to get away from JALISCO STAR, who thumped her rivals at Uttoxeter to record a fourth hurdling success. A 7lb rise makes things tougher for the mare but Sean O'Connor's 7lb claim will be a big help, and each of her rivals have a bit to prove. Malago Rose has let down favourite backers on each of her last two starts but cannot be ruled out, and neither can Kruger Park, who ought to benefit from a drop in class.
It is quite hard to get away from JALISCO STAR in this. She won cosily last time and there are question marks over all of the remainder. Second best could Dwight K Schrute returning to hurdles off what could be a generous mark after falling on his chase debut. Kruger Park will also be popular having been a good fourth at Newbury on his latest start. He is far from reliable.
Had lost form and needed the run after a wind operation when 24l third in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster last time; effective over 2m and acts on good to soft; well treated on debut form but still has to prove retained ability.
Placed in a hurdle race from four starts. Last of 3 behind Laughing John beaten 24l at 10-3 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Doncaster over 2m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Had lost form and needed the run after a wind operation when 24l third in a handicap hurdle at Doncaster last time; effective over 2m and acts on good to soft; well treated on debut form but still has to prove retained ability.
| 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 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Jude Fernandes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G & J Moore | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved down in grade and up in trip on handicap debut scoring by 1 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark at Plumpton last time; effective 2 1/2m, acts on GS; likely bit more to come.
A winner at 10-1 in a hurdle race at Plumpton over 2m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Eliza Dolittle by 1 1/2l. Carries a 7lb penalty today for that success.
Improved down in grade and up in trip on handicap debut scoring by 1 1/2l off a 7lb lower mark at Plumpton last time; effective 2 1/2m, acts on GS; likely bit more to come.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C O'Farrell | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | N P Mulholland | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
Needed run down the field in a handicap hurdle at Stratford most recent start; off another short-break here; effective 2m to 2 1/2m, acts on S, GS; in good form until reappearance but bit to prove now.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on good to soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 15-2 behind Soldier's Leap when 10th of 12 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Stratford over 2m 3f (good to soft) in October.
Needed run down the field in a handicap hurdle at Stratford most recent start; off another short-break here; effective 2m to 2 1/2m, acts on S, GS; in good form until reappearance but bit to prove now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Davies | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| T | N J Gifford | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
Finished 14l third in a handicap hurdle here on his latest run back in September 2024; effective from 2m to 2m3f and acts on heavy and good; a consistent type but returns from a long break and not on the most favourable mark.
Placed in four hurdle races from 13 starts. Third of 11 behind Calshot Spit beaten 14l at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (good to soft) in September last year.
Finished 14l third in a handicap hurdle here on his latest run back in September 2024; effective from 2m to 2m3f and acts on heavy and good; a consistent type but returns from a long break and not on the most favourable mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Joshua Bryan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | S Hodgson | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
GRAND CONQUEROR didn't show much in novice/maiden events, but it was a different story when sent handicapping for the first time at Plumpton. Neil Mulholland's charge must shoulder a penalty for that cosy success and a drop in trip might not play to his strengths, but each of these rivals have questions to answer too. Risk It All struggled at Doncaster but could show more on his second start after wind surgery, whilst No Mean Feat is taken to come home in front of Ami Bondhu.
It is quite hard to get away from Ami Bondhu here on ratings, but he ran poorly after a break last time and has had another short absence since and that is enough to oppose him. In contrast GRAND CONQUEROR ran his best race last time and gives the impression there may be a bit more to come. Risk It All started off well over hurdles but lost his form and is yet to recapture it after a wind operation. That said, he probably has a bit better chance than No Mean Feat who hasn't run since September 2024.
Ran poorly when finishing down the field in a handicap chase here last time, but produced a good effort before that. Stays 3m2f and handles testing ground; inconsistent but well handicapped if on a going day.
Successful in a NH flat race and a chase at 2m 2f and 3m 2f on good to soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 7-2fav behind Livin On Luco when 10th of 11 on his latest outing in a chase here over 3m 4f (good to soft) last month.
Ran poorly when finishing down the field in a handicap chase here last time, but produced a good effort before that. Stays 3m2f and handles testing ground; inconsistent but well handicapped if on a going day.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 1 | 2 | 9.1% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| C | Course | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 2 | 3 | 15.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Isabelle Ryder | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss S Smith | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Outpaced and never threatened when fourth, beaten 13l, in a Market Rasen handicap chase last time. Wears a visor for the first time; effective from 2½m to 3m. Unexposed over fences but needs to find more.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 13l behind Seasmoke when fourth of 6 at 15-2 on her latest outing in a chase at Market Rasen over 3m (good to soft) last month.
Outpaced and never threatened when fourth, beaten 13l, in a Market Rasen handicap chase last time. Wears a visor for the first time; effective from 2½m to 3m. Unexposed over fences but needs to find more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 1 | 3 | 5.9% | |
| Chase | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 1 | 3 | 6.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & V) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Visor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 8.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 14 | 1 | 3 | 7.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C O'Farrell | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | N P Mulholland | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% |
Produced his best run so far when third, beaten 18l, in a Plumpton handicap hurdle last time. Showing progress over hurdles and could have more to offer when sent chasing.
Placed in a point-to-point from six starts. Third of 6 behind Final Straw beaten 18l at 15-8 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Plumpton over 3m 1f (good) last month.
Produced his best run so far when third, beaten 18l, in a Plumpton handicap hurdle last time. Showing progress over hurdles and could have more to offer when sent chasing.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Chase | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Cannon | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Gordon | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Ran to form under a well-timed ride to land a Ffos Las handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark last time. Usually held up; effective at 3m and handles any ground. Back in form and remains well treated on past efforts, so could follow up.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 6-1 in a chase at Ffos Las over 3m (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Try The Money by 1/2l.
Ran to form under a well-timed ride to land a Ffos Las handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark last time. Usually held up; effective at 3m and handles any ground. Back in form and remains well treated on past efforts, so could follow up.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 24 | 3 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 3 | 5 | 12% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 23 | 4 | 5 | 17.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jay Tidball | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | D A Rees | 17 | 2 | 1 | 11.8% |
Made plenty of use of and didn't quite see it out when beaten 8 1/2l in a Leicester handicap chase last time. Effective at 2 3/4m but not proven at 3m; goes well with some cut; in form and on a fair mark.
Successful in two chases at 2m 7f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 9l behind Amazing Cleni when fifth of 9 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Leicester over 2m 7f (good) earlier this month.
Made plenty of use of and didn't quite see it out when beaten 8 1/2l in a Leicester handicap chase last time. Effective at 2 3/4m but not proven at 3m; goes well with some cut; in form and on a fair mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 1 | 2 | 9.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Luke Scott | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | B I Case | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% |
Taken on up front and helped set it up for a closer when fourth, beaten 29l, in a Ffos Las handicap chase last time. Effective at 3m but unreliable overall.
A winner of a chase at 2m 7f on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Esperti when fourth of 7 on his latest outing in a chase at Ffos Las over 3m (soft) last month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
Taken on up front and helped set it up for a closer when fourth, beaten 29l, in a Ffos Las handicap chase last time. Effective at 3m but unreliable overall.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 28 | 1 | 4 | 3.6% | |
| Chase | 22 | 1 | 4 | 4.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 23 | 1 | 4 | 4.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 19 | 1 | 4 | 5.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 24 | 1 | 4 | 4.2% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 23 | 1 | 3 | 4.4% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Joshua Bryan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Mickey Bowen | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Esperti dug deep when regaining the winning thread at Ffos Las and a 4lb higher mark shouldn't prevent another bold showing. However, it could be worth taking a chance on chase debutant MINELLA KAISER, who may have needed his third-placed handicap bow at Plumpton last month. Midnight Gold's mark continues to fall and she could also have a say in a first-time visor.
ESPERTI has won two of his last three and could score away from Ffos Las for once here. He is still quite well treated at the weights and the conditions hold no fears. Ronnies Reflection is probably the biggest danger though the trip may stretch him. At a price Record High is risky but dangerous on a going day.
Ran a good race when second, beaten 1 1/4l by a potentially very good horse in a hot Ascot bumper on debut under rules. Stays 2m, acts on good ground; that was a very useful start and he drops in class here.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Beaten 1 1/4l by The Walk when second of 6 at 17-2 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Ascot over 2m (good) last month.
Ran a good race when second, beaten 1 1/4l by a potentially very good horse in a hot Ascot bumper on debut under rules. Stays 2m, acts on good ground; that was a very useful start and he drops in class here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Mitchell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G & J Moore | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Produced a good staying-type effort on debut when runner-up, beaten a nose, in a Chepstow bumper on his only start. Stays 2m, may appreciate further, acts on soft; encouraging first run and testing conditions would help.
Half-brother to Takachiho, won at 1m. Beaten a nose by No Walkover when second of 11 at 11-1 on his racecourse debut at Chepstow over 2m (soft) last month.
Produced a good staying-type effort on debut when runner-up, beaten a nose, in a Chepstow bumper on his only start. Stays 2m, may appreciate further, acts on soft; encouraging first run and testing conditions would help.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Davies | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | N J Gifford | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Made plenty of use of and tired late when fourth, beaten 11l, in a bumper here on debut. Returns from a short break and should build on that creditable first run.
Dam unraced. Finished 11l behind Katios Queen when fourth of 9 at 11-4fav on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (good to soft) in October.
Made plenty of use of and tired late when fourth, beaten 11l, in a bumper here on debut. Returns from a short break and should build on that creditable first run.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 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 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Cannon | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Gordon | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Clovis Du Berlais gelding out of a half-sister to the smart staying chaser Label Des Obeau. The market will be the best guide to his chance.
Dam unraced.
Clovis Du Berlais gelding out of a half-sister to the smart staying chaser Label Des Obeau. The market will be the best guide to his chance.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| NH Flat | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Sean P O'Connor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | L Horsfall | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
£100,000 Vol De Nuit gelding related to several winners over hurdles and fences in France. Has had a wind operation and wears a tongue-tie on debut; market should guide.
Full brother to Style De Vole, won over hurdles at 2m and on the flat at 1m 2f. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
£100,000 Vol De Nuit gelding related to several winners over hurdles and fences in France. Has had a wind operation and wears a tongue-tie on debut; market should guide.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| NH Flat | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Joe Anderson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Jamie Snowden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Finished third, beaten 5l, in a maiden point at Necarne. Open to improvement and the market will provide the best guide to his chance.
Placed in a point-to-point from two starts. Third of 10 behind Monsieur Jaco beaten 5l at 8-1fav on his latest outing in a point-to-point race at Necarne over 3m (good) in May. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Virginia Considine in Ireland.
Finished third, beaten 5l, in a maiden point at Necarne. Open to improvement and the market will provide the best guide to his chance.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| NH Flat | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tabitha Worsley | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R Rowe | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
DOUBLE THE DANCE should have learned plenty from finishing second on his Rules bow at Ascot and holds leading claims. The four-year-old boasts a 3m win between the flags and this extended 2m1f could eke out some improvement. Half Hoping did little wrong when narrowly denied on his bumper debut at Chepstow and another good account is forecast, while market support for newcomer Style De Folie would be interesting.
Obviously the three unraced under rules could be anything and it would be wise to look to the market as a guide to their chances. It is likely though that this will be fought out between those with decent form already and that narrows it down to Lancelot Vivo, Half Hoping and Double The Dance. The last-named pair were the most impressive on their debuts and should be first and second with preference for DOUBLE THE DANCE who is essntially down in class here. He was beaten by one that looks like being a very good horse on his only start under rules and should find it a bit easier to stay in front this time.
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