Forecast: Drizzle
Temperature: 2.3° - 11.6°
Rainfall: 0.40mm
Wind: 7.4 mph W
Forecast: Drizzle
Temperature: 2.3° - 11.6°
Rainfall: 0.40mm
Wind: 7.4 mph W
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Outpaced and below form on a relatively quick return when down the field in the Nickel Coin Mares' NH Flat Race (Grade 2) over 2m1f at Aintree last time. Had been in good form prior but has a bit to find.
She has won three NH flat races at 2m on good to soft ground. Beaten 13l behind Seo Linn at 7-2 when 11th of 20 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 NH flat race in the Group 2 Goffs Nickel Coin Mares' Standard Open NH Flat Race at Aintree over 2m 1f (good to soft) in April.
Outpaced and below form on a relatively quick return when down the field in the Nickel Coin Mares' NH Flat Race (Grade 2) over 2m1f at Aintree last time. Had been in good form prior but has a bit to find.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Thomas Bellamy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A King | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
Made a promising debut when winning a maiden over 3m at Lisronagh by 8l; returning from a long layoff and will need to improve further to figure at this level on rules debut.
A winner at 4-1fav in a point-to-point race at Lisronagh over 3m on her latest outing in February, beating Give It A Crack by 8l. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Michael Goff in Ireland.
Made a promising debut when winning a maiden over 3m at Lisronagh by 8l; returning from a long layoff and will need to improve further to figure at this level on rules debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul O'Brien | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Harry Derham | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
A bit free and never really put into the race when well beaten on debut in a novice hurdle here; effective at 2m and may improve with more experience and slightly further in time.
Unplaced in both NH starts. Beaten 10l behind Jackie Hobbs at 12-1 when seventh of 13 on her hurdling debut over this course and distance (good to soft) earlier this month.
A bit free and never really put into the race when well beaten on debut in a novice hurdle here; effective at 2m and may improve with more experience and slightly further in time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Kielan Woods | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | B Pauling | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Produced a career best when finishing 3/4l third in the Oddschecker Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Cheltenham last time; trainer in good form, effective at 2m on soft and good ground, and holds an experience edge.
She has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on good and soft ground. Third of 12 behind Fortune De Mer beaten 1l at 18-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 Oddschecker Novices' Hurdle at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Produced a career best when finishing 3/4l third in the Oddschecker Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Cheltenham last time; trainer in good form, effective at 2m on soft and good ground, and holds an experience edge.
| 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 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 3 | 6 | 18.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C Gethings | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| T | Mrs J Williams | 16 | 3 | 6 | 18.8% |
Improved to defy a penalty when suited by a positive ride down in trip at a stiff track, winning a novice hurdle at Uttoxeter by 3 1/4l last time; likes to make the running, effective at 2m4f on good to soft or good ground, and remains progressive.
She has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. Won on her latest outing in a hurdle race when 8-15fav at Uttoxeter over 2m (heavy) earlier this month, beating Choice Runner by 3 1/2l.
Improved to defy a penalty when suited by a positive ride down in trip at a stiff track, winning a novice hurdle at Uttoxeter by 3 1/4l last time; likes to make the running, effective at 2m4f on good to soft or good ground, and remains progressive.
| 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 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Ben Sutton | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| T | Harry Derham | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
Went clear easily and ran to form up in trip when winning a maiden hurdle at Chepstow over 2m3f by 7l last time; effective from 2m to 2m4f and looks classy with more to come over hurdles.
She has won a hurdle race, two NH flat races and a point-to-point from 2m 1f to 3m on good to soft ground. Won on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when evens fav at Chepstow over 2m 3f (good to soft) earlier this month, beating Kripticjim by 7l.
Went clear easily and ran to form up in trip when winning a maiden hurdle at Chepstow over 2m3f by 7l last time; effective from 2m to 2m4f and looks classy with more to come over hurdles.
| 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 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 3 | 3 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 4 | 3 | 57.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | D Pipe | 6 | 3 | 3 | 50% |
Very promising debut when needing every yard to win a maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter by 3/4l last time; effective at 2m, her bumper form has been franked, and she is likely to improve further with experience and distance.
Won on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 4-5fav at Uttoxeter over 2m (good) last month, beating Dream Shadow by 3/4l.
Very promising debut when needing every yard to win a maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter by 3/4l last time; effective at 2m, her bumper form has been franked, and she is likely to improve further with experience and distance.
| 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 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | Jamie Snowden | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Yard won this last year; had too much to do and was not given a hard time when beaten 10l in a novice hurdle here last time; effective at 2m and could improve when ridden more positively.
Placed in a NH flat race from two starts. Finished 10l behind Jackie Hobbs when sixth of 13 at 20-1 on her hurdling debut over this course and distance (good to soft) earlier this month.
Yard won this last year; had too much to do and was not given a hard time when beaten 10l in a novice hurdle here last time; effective at 2m and could improve when ridden more positively.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tristan Durrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Made a promising debut when flattening out late after racing freely and finishing fourth, beaten 9l in a novice hurdle here; effective at 2m on good to soft ground and should improve if settling better with experience.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on good to soft ground. Finished 9l behind Jackie Hobbs when fourth of 13 at 13-2 on her hurdling debut over this course and distance (good to soft) earlier this month.
Made a promising debut when flattening out late after racing freely and finishing fourth, beaten 9l in a novice hurdle here; effective at 2m on good to soft ground and should improve if settling better with experience.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Ran to form when 5l third in the For Auction Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Navan last time; consistent at 2m, acts on any going, and remains in career-best form though may have reached her level.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground. Third of 7 behind I'll Sort That beaten 5l at 7-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 3 hurdle race in the Group 3 Bar One Racing For Auction Novice Hurdle at Navan over 2m (soft - heavy) earlier this month.
Ran to form when 5l third in the For Auction Novice Hurdle (Grade 3) at Navan last time; consistent at 2m, acts on any going, and remains in career-best form though may have reached her level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 1 | 8 | 6.7% | |
| Hurdle | 15 | 1 | 8 | 6.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 12 | 1 | 5 | 8.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 2 | 12 | 9.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 36 | 4 | 17 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | A Harvey | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A McCann | 23 | 2 | 13 | 8.7% |
Kingston Queen denied Charisma Cat by a neck when landing Listed honours in a Market Rasen bumper and stretched that superiority when third in Grade 2 company at Aintree. She beat a subsequent winner on her hurdling debut at Chepstow, but so did LA CONQUIERE on her jumping bow at Uttoxeter and Jamie Snowden's mare was actually in front of Kingston Queen at the Grand National meeting. Whimsy has picked up minor money behind geldings in a couple of Irish Grade 3 contests, while a special mention must go to Clondaw Park, who cost 320,000 pounds after landing an Irish point.
The standard is probably set by the experienced Whimsy who has been in career best form of late in Ireland at Graded level. However she may have reached her level and could be vulnerable to a less exposed rival. LA CONQUIERE needed every yard when making a winning hurdling debut and should appreciate this stiffer venue. She was highly tried in bumpers previously including when runner up at Graded level in the spring. That suggests that she should have more to offer in this sphere and if the rain stays away she can follow up. Jaminska is another who brings in plenty of experience and if replicating her last time out run she can gain a place once more down in class.
Yard has won two of the last ten renewals of this race. Pulled up in the Plate Handicap Chase over 2m5f at Cheltenham last time. Returning from a long layoff, effective around 2½m, though his form tailed off in the spring.
Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race, a chase and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Pulled up having jumped the last when 80-1 at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) in a chase won by Jagwar in March on his latest outing.
Yard has won two of the last ten renewals of this race. Pulled up in the Plate Handicap Chase over 2m5f at Cheltenham last time. Returning from a long layoff, effective around 2½m, though his form tailed off in the spring.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 4 | 1 | 30.8% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 5 | 2 | 38.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jay Tidball | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P F Nicholls | 15 | 5 | 2 | 33.3% |
The yard won this last year. Pulled up in the Sodexo Live! Gold Cup over 3m at Ascot last time. Effective around 2½m with good ground important; inconsistent and needs the rain to stay away.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m 1f to 2m 5f on good and good to soft ground. Pulled up 2 out when 11-2 at Ascot over 3m (good) in a chase won by Henry's Friend earlier this month on his latest outing.
The yard won this last year. Pulled up in the Sodexo Live! Gold Cup over 3m at Ascot last time. Effective around 2½m with good ground important; inconsistent and needs the rain to stay away.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 4 | 4 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 5 | 4 | 31.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| T | N J Henderson | 14 | 4 | 4 | 28.6% |
Travelled well but flattened out late up in trip back from a break, probably not staying when second beaten 9½l in the Badger Beers Handicap Chase over 3m1f at Wincanton last time. Trainer in form; consistent and effective around 2½m on any going.
Winner of two hurdle races and four chases from 2m 4f to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 10l by Gustavian when second of 7 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Wincanton over 3m 1f (good) earlier this month.
Travelled well but flattened out late up in trip back from a break, probably not staying when second beaten 9½l in the Badger Beers Handicap Chase over 3m1f at Wincanton last time. Trainer in form; consistent and effective around 2½m on any going.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 26 | 6 | 8 | 23.1% | |
| Chase | 17 | 4 | 5 | 23.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 28 | 5 | 8 | 17.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 14 | 4 | 5 | 28.6% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 11 | 2 | 5 | 18.2% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brendan Powell | 25 | 4 | 7 | 16% |
| T | J Tizzard | 23 | 6 | 6 | 26.1% |
Made mistakes and needed the run when down the field in a handicap chase over 3m1f at Cheltenham last time. Effective between 2½m and 3m but looks on a stiff mark.
Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m 4f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Three Card Brag when 11th of 18 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good) last month.
Made mistakes and needed the run when down the field in a handicap chase over 3m1f at Cheltenham last time. Effective between 2½m and 3m but looks on a stiff mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 5 | 4 | 29.4% | |
| Chase | 12 | 4 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 5 | 3 | 29.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 19 | 5 | 5 | 26.3% |
Landed the Greatwood Gold Cup Handicap Chase by 1¼l off 126 over 2m4f here last time. Returning from a long layoff; effective between 2m and 2½m and acts on heavy or good to soft. Likely to have more to offer now stepped up in trip.
Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. A winner at 16-1 in a chase here over 2m 4f (soft) on his latest outing in March, beating Vincenzo by 1 1/4l.
Landed the Greatwood Gold Cup Handicap Chase by 1¼l off 126 over 2m4f here last time. Returning from a long layoff; effective between 2m and 2½m and acts on heavy or good to soft. Likely to have more to offer now stepped up in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 5 | 0 | 50% | |
| Chase | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 4 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 12 | 6 | 1 | 50% |
| T | O Murphy | 12 | 6 | 1 | 50% |
Outpaced but returned to form back from a wind operation, possibly needing the run when 10l third in the bet365 Handicap Chase over 2m3f at Wetherby last time. Effective around 2½m and acts on soft or good; must build on that to defy this mark.
Winner of a hurdle race, two NH flat races and four chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 6 behind Thistle Ask beaten 10l at 50-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Wetherby over 2m 3f (good) last month.
Outpaced but returned to form back from a wind operation, possibly needing the run when 10l third in the bet365 Handicap Chase over 2m3f at Wetherby last time. Effective around 2½m and acts on soft or good; must build on that to defy this mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 26 | 5 | 7 | 19.2% | |
| Chase | 14 | 4 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 29 | 7 | 7 | 24.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 16 | 3 | 5 | 18.8% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J Parkinson & S Smith | 30 | 7 | 8 | 23.3% |
Yard has won two of the last ten runnings of this race. Pulled up in a handicap chase over 3m at Uttoxeter last time and returns from a long layoff. Enjoys making the running and looks a value selection on balance of form having dropped in the weights.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m 2f to 2m 7f on good to soft and soft ground. Pulled up at the 11th when 11-2 at Uttoxeter over 3m (soft) in a chase won by Monbeg Genius in February on his latest outing.
Yard has won two of the last ten runnings of this race. Pulled up in a handicap chase over 3m at Uttoxeter last time and returns from a long layoff. Enjoys making the running and looks a value selection on balance of form having dropped in the weights.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% | |
| Chase | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 5 | 1 | 55.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% |
Outpaced and looked in need of further when beaten 8¼l in the Paddy Power Gold Cup Handicap Chase over 2m4f at Cheltenham last time. Effective between 2½m and 3m; progressive and should improve for that run when stepped up in trip.
Winner of five chases from 2m 1f to 2m 7f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 8l behind Panic Attack when sixth of 12 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (soft) earlier this month.
Outpaced and looked in need of further when beaten 8¼l in the Paddy Power Gold Cup Handicap Chase over 2m4f at Cheltenham last time. Effective between 2½m and 3m; progressive and should improve for that run when stepped up in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 5 | 4 | 31.3% | |
| Chase | 12 | 5 | 3 | 41.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 4 | 5 | 23.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 5 | 5 | 26.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Deutsch | 10 | 4 | 3 | 40% |
| T | Miss V Williams | 19 | 5 | 5 | 26.3% |
Well backed but below form up in grade off a stiff mark when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 2m5f at Ayr last time. In good form prior; enjoys making the running; effective around 2½m and acts on soft or good.
He has won a hurdle race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding. Finished 13l behind Riskintheground when sixth of 11 at 7-2fav on his latest outing in a chase at Ayr over 2m 4f (good to soft) in April.
Well backed but below form up in grade off a stiff mark when comfortably held in a handicap chase over 2m5f at Ayr last time. In good form prior; enjoys making the running; effective around 2½m and acts on soft or good.
| 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 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% |
| T | B Pauling | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Won this race last year. Pulled up in the Scottish Grand National over 4m at Ayr last time. Effective around 3m; goes well when fresh but will need more to defy this mark back from a break.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m 1f to 3m on good to soft ground. Pulled up 2 out when 20-1 at Ayr over 4m (good to soft) in a chase won by Captain Cody in April on his latest outing.
Won this race last year. Pulled up in the Scottish Grand National over 4m at Ayr last time. Effective around 3m; goes well when fresh but will need more to defy this mark back from a break.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 3 | 2 | 23.1% | |
| Chase | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 4 | 2 | 30.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Gordon | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N J Henderson | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% |
Improved when suited by a stiff test down in trip, finishing a 2½l second off 120 over 2m5f at Kempton last time. Progressive over fences previously so not dismissed.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m 4f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 2 1/2l by Idy Wood when second of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good) earlier this month.
Improved when suited by a stiff test down in trip, finishing a 2½l second off 120 over 2m5f at Kempton last time. Progressive over fences previously so not dismissed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 4 | 5 | 19.1% | |
| Chase | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 4 | 5 | 19.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 17 | 4 | 5 | 23.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| T | H Morrison | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% |
Scored by 6l off 105 over 3m at Downpatrick on his penultimate start, then ran to form when sixth beaten 9l off 121 last time. Effective at 3m and suited by decent ground; progressive over fences.
He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m 6f to 3m on good - yielding and yielding ground. Finished 9l behind Smugglers Haven when sixth of 18 at 14-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good to soft) last month.
Scored by 6l off 105 over 3m at Downpatrick on his penultimate start, then ran to form when sixth beaten 9l off 121 last time. Effective at 3m and suited by decent ground; progressive over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 3 | 4 | 17.7% | |
| Chase | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 3 | 3 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jordan Gainford | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| T | C Collins | 17 | 3 | 4 | 17.7% |
BOOSTER BOB didn't do too much wrong during his first chasing campaign and signed off with a victory in the Greatwood Gold Cup here. The runner-up filled the same position in the Paddy Power Gold Cup, while the third has won twice since and finished second in the Haldon Gold Cup, so the form is strong. Scarface got closest to the all-the-way winner of the Badger Beers, while Wiseguy's form tapered off after landing this prize 12 months ago but returns on just a 2lb higher figure. Hunter Legend, Eyed and Leader In The Park are also worth a look.
An open race where plenty can be given a chance. Scarface arrives in form and with a fitness edge so holds obvious claims. He appeared to be outstayed in a strongly run Badger Beers last time but gets to race off the same mark here with the slight drop in trip in his favour. It is HUNTER LEGEND who appeals most though having caught the eye when midfield on his reappearance under tender handling. The way he finished that day suggested that this step back up in trip would be of benefit and he was a winner on his previous start over 2m6f. He can resume his progress here with Brave Kingdom chosen to complete the places at a bigger price. He has had some issues but brings in some strong course form including the Mandarin last year and he has dropped in the weights.
Improved up in trip on hurdle debut when winning a maiden hurdle at Ffos Las over 2m4f by 2l last time. Effective at 2½m and handles soft ground; likely has a bit more to offer.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 3m on soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 13-8fav at Ffos Las over 2m 4f (soft) last month, beating The Price Of Peace by 1 3/4l.
Improved up in trip on hurdle debut when winning a maiden hurdle at Ffos Las over 2m4f by 2l last time. Effective at 2½m and handles soft ground; likely has a bit more to offer.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | B Pauling | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Improved when landing a maiden hurdle at Fontwell over 2m2f by 3l last time. Effective at 2m–2m1f and acts on good to soft; carries a penalty but may have more to offer if turned out again quickly.
A winner at 85-40 in a maiden hurdle race at Fontwell over 2m 2f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Roi Du Risk by 3l.
Improved when landing a maiden hurdle at Fontwell over 2m2f by 3l last time. Effective at 2m–2m1f and acts on good to soft; carries a penalty but may have more to offer if turned out again quickly.
| 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 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Gordon | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | C Gordon | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
Showed promise on hurdle debut when tiring late and beaten 4¼l in a novice hurdle over 2m4f at Carlisle last time. Effective at 2½m and displayed a good level of form on debut; remains competitive.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on good - yielding ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Tormund Giantsbane when fifth of 12 at 7-1 on his hurdling debut at Carlisle over 2m 4f (soft) earlier this month.
Showed promise on hurdle debut when tiring late and beaten 4¼l in a novice hurdle over 2m4f at Carlisle last time. Effective at 2½m and displayed a good level of form on debut; remains competitive.
| 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) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | O Murphy | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
From a yard that has won three of the last five runnings of this race. Green and needed the run when third, beaten 26l, in a 2m maiden hurdle at Chepstow most recently. Effective at 2m; should improve with experience, and the longer trip may suit.
Placed in a hurdle race and a NH flat race from two starts. Third of 13 behind Sober Glory beaten 26l at 22-1 on his hurdling debut at Chepstow over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month.
From a yard that has won three of the last five runnings of this race. Green and needed the run when third, beaten 26l, in a 2m maiden hurdle at Chepstow most recently. Effective at 2m; should improve with experience, and the longer trip may suit.
| 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 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Keen and raced wide before improving, kicked on too soon and was caught late when second, beaten ¾l, in a 2m bumper at Kelso last time. Returning from a long layoff; previous bumper win franked; could make winning debut.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by Is This For Real when second of 10 at 5-4fav on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) in March.
Keen and raced wide before improving, kicked on too soon and was caught late when second, beaten ¾l, in a 2m bumper at Kelso last time. Returning from a long layoff; previous bumper win franked; could make winning debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul O'Brien | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | Harry Derham | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Made mistakes but ran a promising race when fourth, beaten 7l, in a 2m4f maiden hurdle at Ffos Las last time. Trainer in form; effective at 2½m and acts on soft ground; already looks suited to staying trips.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 7l behind Kalkbrenner when fourth of 12 at 33-1 on his hurdling debut at Ffos Las over 2m 4f (soft) last month.
Made mistakes but ran a promising race when fourth, beaten 7l, in a 2m4f maiden hurdle at Ffos Las last time. Trainer in form; effective at 2½m and acts on soft ground; already looks suited to staying trips.
| 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) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | K Brogan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | T Lawes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Showed a good attitude with a very promising debut when second, beaten ½l, in a 2m1f bumper at Exeter last time. Returning from a long layoff and has a bit to find.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Beaten 1/2l by Claim The Throne when second of 11 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Exeter over 2m 1f (heavy) in February.
Showed a good attitude with a very promising debut when second, beaten ½l, in a 2m1f bumper at Exeter last time. Returning from a long layoff and has a bit to find.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brendan Powell | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | J Tizzard | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
From a yard that has won three of the last ten runnings of this race. Very promising debut when beaten 9¼l in a 4yo bumper over 2m1f at Punchestown; has a bit to find.
Dam unraced. Beaten 10l behind Bud Fox at 14-1 when seventh of 24 on his racecourse debut at Punchestown over 2m 1f (good - yielding) in April. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Philip Fenton in Ireland.
From a yard that has won three of the last ten runnings of this race. Very promising debut when beaten 9¼l in a 4yo bumper over 2m1f at Punchestown; has a bit to find.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N J Henderson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Ran freely but improved when dropped in grade for a testing round, winning a 2m4f maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter by 2l last time. Effective at 2½m and acts on heavy ground; faces a stiffer task up in grade.
A winner at 28-1 in a maiden hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 4f (heavy) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Rosie Mahler by 2l.
Ran freely but improved when dropped in grade for a testing round, winning a 2m4f maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter by 2l last time. Effective at 2½m and acts on heavy ground; faces a stiffer task up in grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Thomas Bellamy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M Sheppard | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
Kalkbrenner had Klimt Madrik back in fourth when making a successful timber debut at Ffos Las but, as is the case with Fontwell scorer Kocktail Bleu, he has to give weight to some useful prospects. Grand Garcon made the frame behind the exciting Sober Glory at Chepstow, while hurdling newcomers Walk Tall and Kiwi Rush have to enter the equation. BUDDY HOLLY also tackles hurdles for the first time and has joined Nicky Henderson since a decent effort at the Punchestown Festival - a move which could help inspire the necessary improvement.
KIWI RUSH concedes a fitness edge to most of his rivals but he comes from a yard which can get them ready after a break. The bumper winner should've followed up in that sphere when last seen but kicked on too soon and was caught late. He is expected to improve now hurdling over further and is fancied to get the better of Burncourt Boy here. That rival backed up his point win with a solid midfield effort on his hurdling debut where he just tired late. This flatter track will help and he can fill the places with Kalkbrenner who relished this step up in trip when making a winning debut over hurdles last month.
Travelled well and improved again, appreciating a patient ride up in trip to win a handicap by 2l off 135 over 3m here last time. Returning from a long layoff. Effective from 2½m to 3m and acts on soft and good ground, though mark looks stiff.
Winner of six hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. A winner at 14-1 in a hurdle race here over 3m (soft) on his latest outing in February, beating Magical King by 2l. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Travelled well and improved again, appreciating a patient ride up in trip to win a handicap by 2l off 135 over 3m here last time. Returning from a long layoff. Effective from 2½m to 3m and acts on soft and good ground, though mark looks stiff.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 6 | 4 | 37.5% | |
| Hurdle | 16 | 6 | 4 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 6 | 3 | 42.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 14 | 6 | 4 | 42.9% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Ben Sutton | 13 | 6 | 4 | 46.2% |
| T | O Murphy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Returned to form back from a break off a reduced mark to win a handicap hurdle by a neck off 138 over 2m4f at Uttoxeter last time. Effective at 2½m on decent ground and best when fresh, though the handicapper has reacted.
Winner of six hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m 1f to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 12-1 in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 4f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Into The Park by a neck.
Returned to form back from a break off a reduced mark to win a handicap hurdle by a neck off 138 over 2m4f at Uttoxeter last time. Effective at 2½m on decent ground and best when fresh, though the handicapper has reacted.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 6 | 4 | 31.6% | |
| Hurdle | 18 | 6 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 37.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul O'Brien | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% |
| T | Harry Derham | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% |
Travelled strongly and was well treated off an unchanged mark, improving on a quick return to win a handicap by 4l off 128 over 2m4f at Cheltenham last time. Effective at 2½m, may stay further, acts on soft and good ground, and remains progressive.
He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 6-1 in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Navajo Indy by 4l.
Travelled strongly and was well treated off an unchanged mark, improving on a quick return to win a handicap by 4l off 128 over 2m4f at Cheltenham last time. Effective at 2½m, may stay further, acts on soft and good ground, and remains progressive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 4 | 2 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 4 | 2 | 44.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P Hobbs & J White | 9 | 4 | 2 | 44.4% |
Quickened clear cosily and improved back from a break on handicap debut to win a handicap hurdle by 27l off 123 over 2m4f at Bangor-on-Dee last time. Effective at 2½m and suited by plenty of cut; progressive but the handicapper has reacted.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f on soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 11-5fav at Bangor-on-Dee over 2m 4f (soft) earlier this month, beating Malicash by 27l.
Quickened clear cosily and improved back from a break on handicap debut to win a handicap hurdle by 27l off 123 over 2m4f at Bangor-on-Dee last time. Effective at 2½m and suited by plenty of cut; progressive but the handicapper has reacted.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | T Symonds | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
From the yard that won this last year; pulled up in a handicap hurdle over 3m here latest. Effective at 2½m on decent ground, with strong spring form previously.
Winner of four hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 6f on good and good to soft ground. Pulled up at the last when 7-2 here over 3m (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Haiti Couleurs earlier this month on his latest outing.
From the yard that won this last year; pulled up in a handicap hurdle over 3m here latest. Effective at 2½m on decent ground, with strong spring form previously.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 5 | 1 | 45.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Gordon | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% |
| T | N J Henderson | 11 | 5 | 1 | 45.5% |
From a yard that has won two of the last nine runnings of this race; down the field in the William Hill Handicap Hurdle over 2m4f at Aintree most recently. Absent for a very lengthy period; effective from 2m to 2½m and acts on any ground, but form tailed off before the layoff.
Winner of six hurdle races from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Kateira when 12th of 19 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Aintree over 2m 4f (soft) in April last year.
From a yard that has won two of the last nine runnings of this race; down the field in the William Hill Handicap Hurdle over 2m4f at Aintree most recently. Absent for a very lengthy period; effective from 2m to 2½m and acts on any ground, but form tailed off before the layoff.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 5 | 2 | 27.8% | |
| Hurdle | 18 | 5 | 2 | 27.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 2 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss Olive Nicholls | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P F Nicholls | 16 | 4 | 2 | 25% |
Had every chance but ran below form when down the field in the Greatwood Handicap Hurdle over 2m at Cheltenham most recently. The veteran is best at around 2½m but has been out of form for his new yard.
He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 50-1 when 15th of 18 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m (soft) earlier this month.
Had every chance but ran below form when down the field in the Greatwood Handicap Hurdle over 2m at Cheltenham most recently. The veteran is best at around 2½m but has been out of form for his new yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 3 | 2 | 15.8% | |
| Hurdle | 18 | 3 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 3 | 1 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | K Brogan | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Faye Bramley | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Well backed but probably did not stay, with the race likely coming too soon when down the field in a handicap hurdle over 2m7f at Uttoxeter last time. In good form prior and returning from a long layoff; effective at 2½m and the drop in trip is a plus, though the mark looks fair.
He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 4f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 6-1 behind Red Risk when 9th of 17 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 7f (good to soft) in March.
Well backed but probably did not stay, with the race likely coming too soon when down the field in a handicap hurdle over 2m7f at Uttoxeter last time. In good form prior and returning from a long layoff; effective at 2½m and the drop in trip is a plus, though the mark looks fair.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 10 | 4 | 3 | 40% |
Went clear but made mistakes and returned to form back over hurdles after a break when fourth, beaten 5l in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Carlisle last time. Trainer in form; effective from 2m to 2½m and could build on that revival.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m 1f to 2m 3f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Hartington when fourth of 11 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Carlisle over 2m 4f (soft) earlier this month.
Went clear but made mistakes and returned to form back over hurdles after a break when fourth, beaten 5l in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Carlisle last time. Trainer in form; effective from 2m to 2½m and could build on that revival.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 3 | 0 | 27.3% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 3 | 0 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 3 | 1 | 27.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | B Pauling | 11 | 3 | 0 | 27.3% |
A bit too free back from a break and needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham last time. In good form prior; effective at 2½m, acts on soft ground, and mark looks fair.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 3f on soft ground. Finished 16l behind Lavender Hill Mob when fifth of 10 at 17-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (soft) earlier this month.
A bit too free back from a break and needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham last time. In good form prior; effective at 2½m, acts on soft ground, and mark looks fair.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
Outpaced and needed the run when fourth, beaten 37l in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Bangor-on-Dee latest. Effective at 2½m and acts on any ground, though below par since going handicapping.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 3m on yielding and heavy ground. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Lud'or when fourth of 11 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Bangor-on-Dee over 2m 4f (soft) earlier this month.
Outpaced and needed the run when fourth, beaten 37l in a handicap hurdle over 2m4f at Bangor-on-Dee latest. Effective at 2½m and acts on any ground, though below par since going handicapping.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Christian Williams | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Showed improved effort off a break, possibly idled late, and handled the ground here when beaten ¾l off 122 over 2m4f at Uttoxeter last time. Absent for a very lengthy period; effective from 2½m to 3m and acts on any ground, though needs to prove ability remains.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 3/4l by Wolfspear when second of 6 at 6-4fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Uttoxeter over 2m 4f (heavy) in January last year.
Showed improved effort off a break, possibly idled late, and handled the ground here when beaten ¾l off 122 over 2m4f at Uttoxeter last time. Absent for a very lengthy period; effective from 2½m to 3m and acts on any ground, though needs to prove ability remains.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Hurdle | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 1 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Joshua Bryan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | O Murphy | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Improved again but just tired late back from a break when beaten 3¼l off 117 at Plumpton last time. Effective at 2½m, acts on soft and good ground, and remains progressive with the potential to stay further.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 4f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Walk On High when second of 7 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Plumpton over 2m 4f (good) earlier this month.
Improved again but just tired late back from a break when beaten 3¼l off 117 at Plumpton last time. Effective at 2½m, acts on soft and good ground, and remains progressive with the potential to stay further.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 4 | 3 | 40% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 4 | 3 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 4 | 2 | 44.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 7 | 4 | 3 | 57.1% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Kimber | 9 | 4 | 2 | 44.4% |
| T | R Walford | 10 | 4 | 3 | 40% |
Going well when hampered and departed just as the race was developing, returning from a long layoff. Effective from 2m to 2½m, suited by plenty of give, and looks on a generous mark.
Successful in two hurdle races at 1m 7f and 2m on soft and heavy ground. Brought down when 4-1 at Sandown over 2m 4f (soft) in a hurdle race won by Loverdose in January on his latest outing.
Going well when hampered and departed just as the race was developing, returning from a long layoff. Effective from 2m to 2½m, suited by plenty of give, and looks on a generous mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| T | O Murphy | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
Scored by ½l off 107 over 2m1f at Galway on his penultimate start and ran to form when seventh, beaten 8¼l off 118 last time. Progressive at 2m, likely to stay 2½m, acts on yielding and good ground, and in form to improve over this longer trip.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m 1f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to yielding. Beaten 8l behind Leloopa at 10-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Scored by ½l off 107 over 2m1f at Galway on his penultimate start and ran to form when seventh, beaten 8¼l off 118 last time. Progressive at 2m, likely to stay 2½m, acts on yielding and good ground, and in form to improve over this longer trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 3 | 1 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 12 | 3 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 2 | 0 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 3 | 1 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jordan Gainford | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Collins | 12 | 3 | 1 | 25% |
FRENCH SHIP showed no ill effects from a fall at Chepstow when scoring in fine style at Cheltenham last month. Open to further improvement, the five-year-old remains of interest, despite an 8lb rise. Lud'or romped home at Bangor when making a winning handicap debut. He should prove competitive in this tougher contest, while Personal Ambition looks fairly treated off his current mark and East India Express could bounce back to form representing last year's winning yard.
An open race where FRENCH SHIP gets the narrow verdict. He may have won on his reappearance but for falling and the form of that race has worked out exceptionally well. He made amends in decisive fashion last time and a further 8lb rise may well underestimate him. Though he has an absence to overcome the progressive Dominic's Fault may prove the biggest danger here. He was still going very well when departing last time on his first try over this far and the forecast rain will be in his favour. Personal Ambition caught the eye on his reappearance just tiring late up the Carlisle hill having done plenty early. The form of that race has been franked and he looks well treated on his chase efforts so he completes the shortlist.
Keen and improved when handling quicker ground to finish second, beaten 6l, in the Grade 1 Boodles Anniversary 4-Y-O Juvenile Hurdle over 2m1f at Aintree last time. Effective at 2m and on heavy or good to soft; highly tried for new yard and more to come now handicapping.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 2f on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 6l by Murcia when second of 13 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Boodles Anniversary 4-Y-O Juvenile Hurdle at Aintree over 2m 1f (good to soft) in April.
Keen and improved when handling quicker ground to finish second, beaten 6l, in the Grade 1 Boodles Anniversary 4-Y-O Juvenile Hurdle over 2m1f at Aintree last time. Effective at 2m and on heavy or good to soft; highly tried for new yard and more to come now handicapping.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tristan Durrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Won a handicap by 1 1/4l off 85 over 12f at Epsom on his penultimate start, then scored in a 4yo hurdle at Cheltenham. Effective at 2m and on soft or good ground; progressive in both codes and juvenile form looks strong.
He has won four hurdle races at 2m on good and soft ground (latest flat win was in September). Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 4-9fav at Cheltenham over 2m (good) last month, beating Hamlet's Night by a neck.
Won a handicap by 1 1/4l off 85 over 12f at Epsom on his penultimate start, then scored in a 4yo hurdle at Cheltenham. Effective at 2m and on soft or good ground; progressive in both codes and juvenile form looks strong.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 4 | 2 | 57.1% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 4 | 2 | 57.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 4 | 1 | 80% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 6 | 2 | 46.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 7 | 5 | 1 | 71.4% |
| T | G & J Moore | 16 | 6 | 3 | 37.5% |
Needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Effective at 2m, likely to get further and may need some cut; fairly treated on novice form and could improve from that reappearance.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good to soft ground. Well beaten at 11-4 behind Celtic Dino when sixth of 9 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 2m (good) last month.
Needed the run when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Effective at 2m, likely to get further and may need some cut; fairly treated on novice form and could improve from that reappearance.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
Ran to form when fourth, beaten 14l, in a juvenile hurdle over 2m2f at Auteuil last time. Returning from a long layoff; effective at 2m and with cut; French hurdles winner who has more to come for this yard but needs to defy a demanding mark.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on heavy ground. Finished 14l behind Six Figures when fourth of 12 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Auteuil over 2m 1f (heavy) in October last year. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Ran to form when fourth, beaten 14l, in a juvenile hurdle over 2m2f at Auteuil last time. Returning from a long layoff; effective at 2m and with cut; French hurdles winner who has more to come for this yard but needs to defy a demanding mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 2 | 4 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Deutsch | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss V Williams | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Improved after a wind operation when landing a handicap by 3 1/4l off 120 at Ffos Las last time. Trainer in form and this is his second run since the procedure; effective at 2m and on ground with cut; progressive and still open to improvement.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 1m 7f to 2m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 5-4fav at Ffos Las over 2m (good to soft) in April, beating Stream Of Stars by 3 1/2l.
Improved after a wind operation when landing a handicap by 3 1/4l off 120 at Ffos Las last time. Trainer in form and this is his second run since the procedure; effective at 2m and on ground with cut; progressive and still open to improvement.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
| T | O Murphy | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
Outpaced and appeared in need of a stiffer test when finishing down the field in a 12f handicap at Doncaster most recently.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground (latest flat win was in February). Finished 7l behind Puturhandstogether when fourth of 22 at 17-2 on his latest NH outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) in March.
Outpaced and appeared in need of a stiffer test when finishing down the field in a 12f handicap at Doncaster most recently.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 4 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | David Bass | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | Tom Dascombe | 20 | 3 | 5 | 15% |
Won a handicap by 4l off 65 over 1m6f at Bellewstown in July before a break. Effective at 2m and potentially well treated on juvenile form; should appreciate a stiffer track.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 2-7fav at Ludlow over 2m (good to soft) in February, beating Mister Cessna by 1 1/4l.
Won a handicap by 4l off 65 over 1m6f at Bellewstown in July before a break. Effective at 2m and potentially well treated on juvenile form; should appreciate a stiffer track.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul O'Brien | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Harry Derham | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Scored by 2l off 115 over 2m1f at Market Rasen on his penultimate start, then ran to form when second, beaten 3l, off 121 last time. Suited by 2m on a sound surface; progressive and latest form has been strongly franked.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on good ground. Beaten 3l by Alexei when second of 11 at 3-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ascot over 2m (good) earlier this month. Has won at Market Rasen and Warwick this season.
Scored by 2l off 115 over 2m1f at Market Rasen on his penultimate start, then ran to form when second, beaten 3l, off 121 last time. Suited by 2m on a sound surface; progressive and latest form has been strongly franked.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 4 | 6 | 26.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
All but brought down mid-race and not asked a serious question when finishing down the field in a 2m4f handicap hurdle at Cheltenham last time. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and on soft or good to soft; progressive in maidens and capable of better when ridden more positively.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 3f on soft ground. Well beaten at 33-1 behind French Ship when 9th of 20 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month.
All but brought down mid-race and not asked a serious question when finishing down the field in a 2m4f handicap hurdle at Cheltenham last time. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and on soft or good to soft; progressive in maidens and capable of better when ridden more positively.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| T | Christian Williams | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
Indemnity's second at Ascot to subsequent Greatwood hero Alexei looks better in hindsight. He's worthy of serious consideration, along with last month's Cheltenham winner Give It To Me Oj, but LIVE CONTI makes most appeal. Dan Skelton's charge coped well when upped to Grade 1 company at Aintree in April, finishing a creditable second in the Anniversary 4-Y-O Juvenile Hurdle. That augurs well for his first start in a handicap and he could prove better than his opening mark.
An open race but VIYANNI catches the eye as he looks well handicapped on his juvenile form last term. The form of his last win has worked out very well while his sole defeat has been franked at Grade 1 level. Tutti Quanti was highly tried last year and should appreciate the return to this easy ground. He could leave his reappearance form behind and fill the places with Give It To Me Oj who has been in fine form in both codes recently. He was far from disgraced at the top level at Aintree in the spring.
Below form when 24l third in the Punchestown Gold Cup (Grade 1) over 3m1f at Punchestown last time, possibly finding the ground a bit quick. Effective at 3m, acts on heavy and yielding; well treated on his best Irish Graded form and a threat if fit.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 3m on soft and heavy ground. Third of 4 behind Galopin Des Champs beaten 25l at 13-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Punchestown Gold Cup at Punchestown over 3m 1f (yielding) in April.
Below form when 24l third in the Punchestown Gold Cup (Grade 1) over 3m1f at Punchestown last time, possibly finding the ground a bit quick. Effective at 3m, acts on heavy and yielding; well treated on his best Irish Graded form and a threat if fit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 2 | 5 | 18.2% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 2 | 7 | 14.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | H De Bromhead | 12 | 2 | 5 | 16.7% |
Outpaced and needed the run when 27l third in the Clonmel Oil Chase (Grade 2) over 2m5f at Clonmel last time. Effective at 3–3½m and prefers plenty of cut; can bounce back when stepped up in trip if getting easier ground.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and three chases from 1m 4f to 3m 5f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Third of 4 behind Il Etait Temps beaten 27l at 12-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Clonmel Oil Chase at Clonmel over 2m 5f (soft).
Outpaced and needed the run when 27l third in the Clonmel Oil Chase (Grade 2) over 2m5f at Clonmel last time. Effective at 3–3½m and prefers plenty of cut; can bounce back when stepped up in trip if getting easier ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 5 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Chase | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 6 | 3 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Bromley | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | T Gibney | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% |
Improved again up in trip when winning a handicap chase by 3l off 149 over 3m1f at Cheltenham last time. Suited by 3m+, acts on any ground and arrives in fine form.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. A winner at 6-1 in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Backmersackme by 2 3/4l.
Improved again up in trip when winning a handicap chase by 3l off 149 over 3m1f at Cheltenham last time. Suited by 3m+, acts on any ground and arrives in fine form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 4 | 4 | 23.5% | |
| Chase | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 4 | 3 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jordan Gainford | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | G Elliott | 18 | 5 | 4 | 27.8% |
Improved back in a handicap when landing the Kerry National (Grade 3) by 4½l off 139 over 3m at Listowel last time. Returns from a short break; acts on soft but suited by decent ground and a strong stayer over 3m+.
He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m 1f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding. A winner at 16-1 in a Grade 3 chase in the Group 3 Guinness Kerry National Handicap Chase at Listowel over 3m (yielding) on his latest outing in September, beating Three Card Brag by 4 1/2l.
Improved back in a handicap when landing the Kerry National (Grade 3) by 4½l off 139 over 3m at Listowel last time. Returns from a short break; acts on soft but suited by decent ground and a strong stayer over 3m+.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 3 | 4 | 17.7% | |
| Chase | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D E Mullins | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 16 | 2 | 4 | 12.5% |
Fell in the Grand National over 4m2f at Aintree last time. Effective at 3m and suited by decent ground; progressive over fences before that last run and not ruled out if jumping holds up.
Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Fell having jumped the last when 10-1 at Aintree over 4m 2f (good to soft) in a chase won by Nick Rockett in April on his latest outing.
Fell in the Grand National over 4m2f at Aintree last time. Effective at 3m and suited by decent ground; progressive over fences before that last run and not ruled out if jumping holds up.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 5 | 8 | 21.7% | |
| Chase | 10 | 2 | 2 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 22 | 5 | 8 | 22.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 22 | 6 | 6 | 27.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Keith Donoghue | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G P Cromwell | 24 | 6 | 8 | 25% |
Needed every yard to wear down an errant rival when winning the Michael Hickey Memorial Chase (Listed) at Wexford over 2m7f by 3/4l last time. Effective from 2½–3m and unexposed at 3m; looks well treated on that Listed win.
He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. A winner at 11-8 in a chase at Wexford over 2m 7f (good - yielding) on his latest outing last month, beating Rocky's Diamond by 3/4l.
Needed every yard to wear down an errant rival when winning the Michael Hickey Memorial Chase (Listed) at Wexford over 2m7f by 3/4l last time. Effective from 2½–3m and unexposed at 3m; looks well treated on that Listed win.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Chase | 5 | 1 | 4 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 7 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 4 | 7 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 13 | 4 | 6 | 30.8% |
Won the bet365 Gold Cup by a length off 141 over 3m5f at Sandown two starts ago. Effective from 2½–3½m and best at staying trips; progressive and every chance if fit.
Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 3m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 9-2 in a chase at Carlisle over 2m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Handstands by 3/4l.
Won the bet365 Gold Cup by a length off 141 over 3m5f at Sandown two starts ago. Effective from 2½–3½m and best at staying trips; progressive and every chance if fit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 6 | 4 | 40% | |
| Chase | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 7 | 4 | 41.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 14 | 7 | 4 | 50% |
| T | O Murphy | 17 | 7 | 4 | 41.2% |
Returned to form when second, beaten 4¼l in the Kildress Plumbing Chase (Grade 2) over 2m4f at Down Royal last time. Effective at 2½m, barely stays 3m, suited by decent ground; probably at his level with stamina to prove.
He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Beaten 4 1/2l by Firefox when second of 5 at 9-4 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Kildress Plumbing Chase at Down Royal over 2m 3f (good - yielding).
Returned to form when second, beaten 4¼l in the Kildress Plumbing Chase (Grade 2) over 2m4f at Down Royal last time. Effective at 2½m, barely stays 3m, suited by decent ground; probably at his level with stamina to prove.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 4 | 3 | 30.8% | |
| Chase | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 4 | 4 | 26.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 12 | 4 | 3 | 33.3% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 13 | 4 | 3 | 30.8% |
Pulled up in the Ladbrokes Trophy Handicap Chase over 3m at Kempton last time after a long layoff. Effective at 3m and acts on soft; progressive last term but current mark demands more.
Winner of four hurdle races and two chases from 1m 7f to 2m 3f on soft and heavy ground. Pulled up at the 11th when 17-2 at Kempton over 3m (good to soft) in a chase won by Katate Dori in February on his latest outing.
Pulled up in the Ladbrokes Trophy Handicap Chase over 3m at Kempton last time after a long layoff. Effective at 3m and acts on soft; progressive last term but current mark demands more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 6 | 3 | 54.6% | |
| Chase | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 5 | 2 | 55.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 6 | 4 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Houlihan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P Hobbs & J White | 11 | 6 | 3 | 54.6% |
Below form when well beaten in the bet365 Gold Cup over 3m5f at Sandown last time, wanting a stronger gallop. Remains a progressive type overall and ran well in this last year.
Winner of six chases from 2m 1f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 13l behind Resplendent Grey at 16-1 when seventh of 19 on his latest outing in a chase at Sandown over 3m 5f (good) in April.
Below form when well beaten in the bet365 Gold Cup over 3m5f at Sandown last time, wanting a stronger gallop. Remains a progressive type overall and ran well in this last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 6 | 5 | 26.1% | |
| Chase | 19 | 6 | 4 | 31.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 5 | 2 | 35.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 4 | 3 | 23.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Deutsch | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% |
| T | Miss V Williams | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% |
Needed the run when down the field in a handicap chase over 3m1f at Cheltenham last time. Effective at 3m on good ground but probably on a stiff enough mark.
Winner of four hurdle races and three chases from 2m 4f to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 11l behind Three Card Brag at 11-2 when 9th of 18 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good) last month.
Needed the run when down the field in a handicap chase over 3m1f at Cheltenham last time. Effective at 3m on good ground but probably on a stiff enough mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 7 | 7 | 30.4% | |
| Chase | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 24 | 7 | 7 | 29.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 24 | 7 | 7 | 29.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | N J Henderson | 24 | 7 | 7 | 29.2% |
Showed good attitude when beaten a neck off 143 over 3m5f at Sandown last time. Effective from 3–3½m and suited by a sound surface; thriving when last seen but must show his ability remains.
Has won five hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten a neck by Minella Cocooner when second of 20 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Sandown over 3m 5f (good) in April last year.
Showed good attitude when beaten a neck off 143 over 3m5f at Sandown last time. Effective from 3–3½m and suited by a sound surface; thriving when last seen but must show his ability remains.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 8 | 5 | 34.8% | |
| Chase | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 23 | 7 | 6 | 30.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 24 | 9 | 6 | 37.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Gordon | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | C Gordon | 24 | 8 | 6 | 33.3% |
Travelled well and looked the winner before being outbattled late when beaten 2l off 142 over 3m at Ascot last time. Wears cheekpieces first time; trainer in form. Consistent and suited by 3m on decent ground but can throw races away.
He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 1 3/4l by Henry's Friend when second of 12 at 7-2jt-fav on his latest outing in a chase at Ascot over 3m (good) earlier this month.
Travelled well and looked the winner before being outbattled late when beaten 2l off 142 over 3m at Ascot last time. Wears cheekpieces first time; trainer in form. Consistent and suited by 3m on decent ground but can throw races away.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 25 | 4 | 11 | 16% | |
| Chase | 13 | 1 | 7 | 7.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 4 | 10 | 16% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Cheek Pieces | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 9.1% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brendan Powell | 25 | 4 | 10 | 16% |
| T | J Tizzard | 20 | 3 | 11 | 15% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Won the Intermediate Chase at Newton Abbot over 2m5f by 3/4l last time, jumping boldly and benefitting from a positive ride and drop in grade. Effective at 2½m, acts on good to soft and good; may now be high enough in the weights and rain would be a concern.
Has won a hurdle race and seven chases from 2m 4f to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 7-1 in a chase at Newton Abbot over 2m 5f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Blueking D'oroux by 3/4l.
Won the Intermediate Chase at Newton Abbot over 2m5f by 3/4l last time, jumping boldly and benefitting from a positive ride and drop in grade. Effective at 2½m, acts on good to soft and good; may now be high enough in the weights and rain would be a concern.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 27 | 8 | 2 | 29.6% | |
| Chase | 21 | 7 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 30 | 8 | 3 | 26.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 19 | 7 | 1 | 36.8% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Kielan Woods | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 30 | 8 | 3 | 26.7% |
Produced a bold front-running display and travelled smoothly when landing the Ultima Handicap Chase by 11l off 127 over 3m1f at Cheltenham last time. Progressive and relished the longer trip and positive ride.
Winner of a hurdle race, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 13-2fav at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good to soft) in March, beating The Changing Man by 11l. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Produced a bold front-running display and travelled smoothly when landing the Ultima Handicap Chase by 11l off 127 over 3m1f at Cheltenham last time. Progressive and relished the longer trip and positive ride.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% | |
| Chase | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 4 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 5 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D R Fox | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Back to form down in grade when second, beaten 3½l in a beginners chase over 2m7f at Galway last time. Effective at 2½–2¾m, acts on any ground and currently in good form.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 3m on heavy ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Oscars Brother when second of 11 at 3-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Galway over 2m 6f (yielding) last month.
Back to form down in grade when second, beaten 3½l in a beginners chase over 2m7f at Galway last time. Effective at 2½–2¾m, acts on any ground and currently in good form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 1 | 5 | 9.1% | |
| Chase | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 0 | 6 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean O'Keeffe | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 13 | 1 | 7 | 7.7% |
Travelled strongly and improved back from a break to land the Paddy Power Gold Cup Handicap Chase by 4l off 135 over 2m4f at Cheltenham last time. Suited by 2½m and acts on soft and good; progressive since joining current yard though new mark and trip pose questions.
Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 2m 4f on good and soft ground. A winner at 6-1 in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (soft) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Vincenzo by 4l. Carries a 4lb penalty today for that success.
Travelled strongly and improved back from a break to land the Paddy Power Gold Cup Handicap Chase by 4l off 135 over 2m4f at Cheltenham last time. Suited by 2½m and acts on soft and good; progressive since joining current yard though new mark and trip pose questions.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 6 | 8 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 22 | 7 | 8 | 31.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 5 | 4 | 38.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tristan Durrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 5 | 2 | 3 | 40% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Needed the run when well beaten in a handicap hurdle over 3m1f at Aintree last time but remains a progressive type.
He has won a NH flat race and three chases from 2m 1f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Beaten 12l behind Impose Toi at 13-2 when last of 7 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Aintree over 3m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Needed the run when well beaten in a handicap hurdle over 3m1f at Aintree last time but remains a progressive type.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 3 | 5 | 23.1% | |
| Chase | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 3 | 5 | 21.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & V) | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| HG | Visor | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Dylan Johnston | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| T | S Thomas | 16 | 4 | 6 | 25% |
Travelled well and looked the winner before being outbattled late when beaten 2¼l off 137 over 3m at Bangor-on-Dee last time. Effective at 3m, acts on soft and good; progressive but does little when in front.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 2 1/4l by Deep Cave when second of 7 at 7-4fav on his latest outing in a chase at Bangor-on-Dee over 3m (soft) earlier this month.
Travelled well and looked the winner before being outbattled late when beaten 2¼l off 137 over 3m at Bangor-on-Dee last time. Effective at 3m, acts on soft and good; progressive but does little when in front.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 4 | 3 | 40% | |
| Chase | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 5 | 3 | 45.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 6 | 3 | 46.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Thomas Bellamy | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% |
| T | A King | 11 | 5 | 3 | 45.5% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Fell in a handicap chase over 2m3f at Stratford last time when set to finish 2nd or 3rd. Effective at 2½m, acts on any ground but unreliable.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race and four chases from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to heavy. Fell at the last when 9-2 at Stratford over 2m 3f (good to soft) in a chase won by Be Aware last month on his latest outing.
Fell in a handicap chase over 2m3f at Stratford last time when set to finish 2nd or 3rd. Effective at 2½m, acts on any ground but unreliable.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 22 | 5 | 4 | 22.7% | |
| Chase | 16 | 4 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 4 | 5 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 23 | 6 | 5 | 26.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Cannon | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% |
| T | A King | 20 | 5 | 4 | 25% |
Up in trip but failed to stay when down the field in a handicap hurdle over 3m at Cheltenham last time. Inconsistent in this sphere and stamina concerns once again.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 5f to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Ma Shantou when 10th of 17 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 3m (good) last month.
Up in trip but failed to stay when down the field in a handicap hurdle over 3m at Cheltenham last time. Inconsistent in this sphere and stamina concerns once again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 20 | 3 | 4 | 15% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 3 | 4 | 15.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | A Harvey | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J C McConnell | 18 | 2 | 4 | 11.1% |
Returned to form up in trip, jumping much better and outclassing rivals when winning a beginners chase at Huntingdon over 3m by 17l last time. Effective from 2½–3m; inconsistent but may have found his rhythm over fences and looks well treated switched to handicaps.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 3f and 3m on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 5-6fav at Huntingdon over 3m (good) earlier this month, beating Greyval by 17l.
Returned to form up in trip, jumping much better and outclassing rivals when winning a beginners chase at Huntingdon over 3m by 17l last time. Effective from 2½–3m; inconsistent but may have found his rhythm over fences and looks well treated switched to handicaps.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 2 | 5 | 15.4% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 2 | 7 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| T | B Pauling | 16 | 2 | 7 | 12.5% |
Stable won this last year. Needed the run when beaten 9¼l in a handicap chase over 3m1f at Cheltenham last time. Effective at 3m, acts on heavy and good; should improve for that outing.
He has won a hurdle race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m 6f to 3m on good to soft ground. Finished 9l behind Three Card Brag when sixth of 18 at 18-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good) last month.
Stable won this last year. Needed the run when beaten 9¼l in a handicap chase over 3m1f at Cheltenham last time. Effective at 3m, acts on heavy and good; should improve for that outing.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% | |
| Chase | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 3 | 1 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Up in trip but failed to stay when well beaten in the Cork Grand National (Listed) over 3m4f at Cork last time. Effective from 2½–3m; consistent until then but stamina remains a concern.
She has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 7f on good and heavy ground. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Lonesome Boatman when seventh of 13 on her latest outing in a chase at Cork over 3m 4f (good - yielding) earlier this month.
Up in trip but failed to stay when well beaten in the Cork Grand National (Listed) over 3m4f at Cork last time. Effective from 2½–3m; consistent until then but stamina remains a concern.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 2 | 5 | 11.8% | |
| Chase | 10 | 1 | 3 | 10% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 2 | 4 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 18 | 3 | 5 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Cleary-Farrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 18 | 3 | 5 | 16.7% |
Despite a 15lb hike for a runaway success in the Ultima at Cheltenham, there is every chance MYRETOWN could still be a step ahead of the handicapper. Lucinda Russell hasn't hidden her belief that the eight-year-old may be one of the best she has trained, even talking of a potential Gold Cup bid if all goes well here. There were plenty of positives to take from Resplendent Grey's reappearance success in the Colin Parker at Carlisle. He travelled a lot sweeter through that contest than had been the case on a few occasions last season, especially over a trip shorter than ideal, and the bet365 Gold Cup hero seems to have had the perfect preparation. The Changing Man bids to continue the excellent run of Joe Tizzard's stable, with first-time cheekpieces potentially aiding his cause. Others to note in a highly-competitive renewal include Gold Cup fourth Monty's Star, Hyland and Gorgeous Tom.
An open race as usual where Ultima winner Myretown heads the market. He was an impressive winner of the Ultima when last seen and his bold jumping style will suit this track. He should have more to offer this term but he faces plenty of competition for the lead and this is a big ask on his return. He could helped set it up for a strong traveller such as The Changing Man who has proven admirably consistent in high end staying handicaps. He should be thereabouts at the finish but his battling qualities again came under the microscope on his reappearance so he may have to make do with a place. PIC ROC took a while to get off the mark over fences but he finally got his jumping together last time and looks well treated back in a handicap. He remains unexposed over staying trips and could take advantage of a light weight here for an in form stable. Blizzard Of Oz was another who gained a first chase win last time and he needed every yard of a stiff 3m that day. He's also unexposed over staying trips and is of serious interest racing off a lenient mark based on that Listed victory.
Returned to form when beaten 2l off 139 over 2m3f at Fontwell last time; effective from 2m to 2½m, acts on heavy and good to soft ground; back in form and the shorter trip should pose no problem.
Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 1m 7f to 2m on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Twinjets when second of 7 at 12-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Fontwell over 2m 3f (good to soft) last month.
Returned to form when beaten 2l off 139 over 2m3f at Fontwell last time; effective from 2m to 2½m, acts on heavy and good to soft ground; back in form and the shorter trip should pose no problem.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 5 | 4 | 27.8% | |
| Chase | 14 | 4 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 5 | 4 | 29.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 11 | 4 | 2 | 36.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 80% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Kielan Woods | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 19 | 5 | 5 | 26.3% |
Won this race last year; had too much to do when fourth beaten 4l in a Premier Handicap Chase over 2m1f at Ascot on reappearance; suited by 2m on decent ground and can improve if ridden more positively.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 2m 2f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 4l behind Teddy Blue when fourth of 10 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Ascot over 2m 1f (good) earlier this month.
Won this race last year; had too much to do when fourth beaten 4l in a Premier Handicap Chase over 2m1f at Ascot on reappearance; suited by 2m on decent ground and can improve if ridden more positively.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 20 | 4 | 5 | 20% | |
| Chase | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 4 | 5 | 19.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 22 | 4 | 5 | 18.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 21 | 4 | 5 | 19.1% |
Returned to form down in grade when second beaten 7l in a handicap chase over 2m1f at Kelso, just tiring late on after a break; suited by 2m on decent ground; latest run strongly franked and well treated on hurdle form.
Winner of four hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 7l by Thistle Ask when second of 5 at 9-4 on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 2m 1f (good) last month.
Returned to form down in grade when second beaten 7l in a handicap chase over 2m1f at Kelso, just tiring late on after a break; suited by 2m on decent ground; latest run strongly franked and well treated on hurdle form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 5 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Chase | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 5 | 0 | 62.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 6 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 6 | 3 | 37.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | David Bass | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| T | C E Longsdon | 16 | 6 | 2 | 37.5% |
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Cheltenham last time; likes to make the running and is effective from 2m to 2½m; currently out of form for his new yard.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to soft. Pulled up 2 out when 66-1 at Cheltenham over 2m (soft) in a chase won by Triple Trade earlier this month on his latest outing.
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Cheltenham last time; likes to make the running and is effective from 2m to 2½m; currently out of form for his new yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 4 | 1 | 23.5% | |
| Chase | 13 | 3 | 0 | 23.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 13 | 2 | 2 | 15.4% |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 5 | 3 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & H) | 14 | 3 | 1 | 21.4% |
| HG | Hood | 14 | 3 | 1 | 21.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Isabelle Ryder | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Chester Williams | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved again when winning a handicap by 6½l off 126 over 2m1f at Ayr last time; returning from a long layoff; likes to race prominently; effective at 2m and on heavy or good to soft ground; progressive and form looks strong.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 5-6fav at Ayr over 2m (heavy) in February, beating Dance Thief by 7l. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Improved again when winning a handicap by 6½l off 126 over 2m1f at Ayr last time; returning from a long layoff; likes to race prominently; effective at 2m and on heavy or good to soft ground; progressive and form looks strong.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 5 | 2 | 50% | |
| Chase | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 9 | 5 | 2 | 55.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 5 | 3 | 45.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N G Richards | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Unseated rider in a handicap chase over 2m3f at Market Rasen last time; effective at 2m and on soft or good ground; novice chase form is working out well.
He has won two hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Unseated rider when 10-11fav at Market Rasen over 2m 3f (good) in a chase won by Ostend in March on his latest outing.
Unseated rider in a handicap chase over 2m3f at Market Rasen last time; effective at 2m and on soft or good ground; novice chase form is working out well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| T | F O'Brien | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Made a bit too much use of when fourth beaten 5l in a handicap chase at Aintree on reappearance; trainer in good form; effective at 2m and on soft or good ground; consistent and looks fairly treated.
He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m to 2m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 5l behind Mambonumberfive when fourth of 9 at 10-3fav on his latest outing in a chase at Aintree over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Made a bit too much use of when fourth beaten 5l in a handicap chase at Aintree on reappearance; trainer in good form; effective at 2m and on soft or good ground; consistent and looks fairly treated.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Chase | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C Gethings | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | Mrs J Williams | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Travelled well and ran to form to defy a big weight when winning a novice chase at Punchestown over 2m1f by 1½l last time; best at 2m and acts on any ground; consistent performer, mark looks fair.
He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 9-1 in a chase at Punchestown over 2m 1f (heavy) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Glenashling by 1 1/2l.
Travelled well and ran to form to defy a big weight when winning a novice chase at Punchestown over 2m1f by 1½l last time; best at 2m and acts on any ground; consistent performer, mark looks fair.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 4 | 4 | 17.4% | |
| Chase | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 9 | 1 | 1 | 11.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 32 | 4 | 5 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 2 | 1 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | A McCann | 28 | 4 | 6 | 14.3% |
Outclassed and wanted a stronger pace when comfortably held in the Red Rum Handicap Chase at Aintree last time; had been in good form prior; effective at 2m and on soft or good to soft ground; excuses for latest, good Newbury record.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases at 2m on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 20l behind Sans Bruit when sixth of 14 at 6-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Aintree over 2m (good to soft) in April.
Outclassed and wanted a stronger pace when comfortably held in the Red Rum Handicap Chase at Aintree last time; had been in good form prior; effective at 2m and on soft or good to soft ground; excuses for latest, good Newbury record.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% | |
| Chase | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 4 | 1 | 44.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brendan Powell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | S Drinkwater | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% |
Made mistakes, raced keenly and needed the run when fourth beaten 23l in a handicap chase over 2m4f at Wincanton last time; effective at around 2½m on good ground; had a productive spring but errors have crept back in.
Winner of a hurdle race and five chases from 2m 2f to 2m 5f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 11-4 behind Nickelforce when fourth of 6 on his latest outing in a chase at Wincanton over 2m 4f (good) earlier this month.
Made mistakes, raced keenly and needed the run when fourth beaten 23l in a handicap chase over 2m4f at Wincanton last time; effective at around 2½m on good ground; had a productive spring but errors have crept back in.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 26 | 6 | 7 | 23.1% | |
| Chase | 18 | 5 | 5 | 27.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 28 | 6 | 8 | 21.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 29 | 5 | 8 | 17.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | James Owen | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
Last year's winner GENERAL MEDRANO seems to have been laid out for this contest once again. Emma Lavelle's charge made a pleasing reappearance when fourth in a good handicap at Ascot and a 1lb drop appears to be fair. Rare Edition bumped into a very well-handicapped rival at Kelso who has since won twice, including the Haldon Gold Cup. Conditions are definitely in his favour and he commands the utmost respect. Similar comments apply to Rath Gaul Hill, who is 2-2 over C&D and has gone well fresh.
General Medrano caught the eye on his reappearance where he was given far too much to do. He took this contest last year off 8lb lower and should get a nice pace to run off here. However that strong pace will also suit C&D winner RATH GAUL HILL who was progressive until his last outing where he had valid excuses. This contest is much easier and he has a good record fresh so should be thereabouts. The similarly progressive Doyen Du Bar is also respected if some rain arrives. He has been at his best in small fields but is well treated on his novice form and has a significant jockey booking.
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