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Forecast: Mostly Cloudy
Temperature: 5.2° - 10.8°
Rainfall: 0.04mm
Wind: 2.2 mph SE
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Returned to form back from break tried in a hood when winning a novice hurdle at Wetherby by 2l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on S, G; spring form franked and can go well.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m on soft ground. Won on her latest outing in a hurdle race when 8-13fav at Wetherby over 2m (soft) in November last year, beating Azahara Palace by 2l.
Returned to form back from break tried in a hood when winning a novice hurdle at Wetherby by 2l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on S, G; spring form franked and can go well.
| 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Andrews | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| T | T Ellis | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
Improved when winning a novice hurdle at Wincanton by 3/4l last time. Effective at 2m, not proven beyond, acts on soft and good ground, and remains capable of better.
A winner at 9-1 in a hurdle race at Wincanton over 1m 7f (good to soft) on her latest outing in December last year, beating Charisma Cat by 3/4l.
Improved when winning a novice hurdle at Wincanton by 3/4l last time. Effective at 2m, not proven beyond, acts on soft and good ground, and remains capable of better.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K Woollacott | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Had rivals under pressure when falling in an Introductory Hurdle at Ascot last time. Trainer in form. Off a short break; effective at 2m on a sound surface. Could make amends for that unlucky run, though ground remains an unknown.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m 1f on good to soft ground. Fell 3 out when 11-2 at Ascot over 2m (good) in a hurdle race won by Doctor Blue in November last year on her latest outing.
Had rivals under pressure when falling in an Introductory Hurdle at Ascot last time. Trainer in form. Off a short break; effective at 2m on a sound surface. Could make amends for that unlucky run, though ground remains an unknown.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
Made too much use of when comfortably held in Mares' Novices' Hurdle (Listed) at Newbury last time; off a short-break; effective 2m on G; may improve for bit further in time.
Unplaced in all three starts. Well beaten at 22-1 behind La Conquiere when sixth of 9 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Newbury over 2m (soft) in November last year.
Made too much use of when comfortably held in Mares' Novices' Hurdle (Listed) at Newbury last time; off a short-break; effective 2m on G; may improve for bit further in time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Kielan Woods | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | B Pauling | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved for debut experience when fourth, beaten 17l, in a novice hurdle at Fontwell last time. Effective at 2m and may need more time to develop over hurdles.
Unplaced in both starts over hurdles. Finished 17l behind Park Princess when fourth of 9 at 66-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Fontwell over 2m 2f (soft) earlier this month.
Improved for debut experience when fourth, beaten 17l, in a novice hurdle at Fontwell last time. Effective at 2m and may need more time to develop over hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | A Irvine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Showed some promise on debut when 13l third in a maiden hurdle at Doncaster last time. Effective at 2m1f on good ground and should improve with experience.
Third of 7 behind Made U Blush beaten 13l at 7-1 on her NH debut in a maiden hurdle race at Doncaster over 2m 1f (good) in December last year.
Showed some promise on debut when 13l third in a maiden hurdle at Doncaster last time. Effective at 2m1f on good ground and should improve 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | D Pipe | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
LAU AND SHAZ accounted for a useful rival when winning on her debut for these connections at Wincanton on Boxing Day and the six-year-old could be hard to beat if repeating that level of form here. Anariza also struck on her most recent outing and may prove to be the main threat, although Getawhisky and Penn Avenue should not be discounted.
The ground is a bit of an unknown but GETAWHISKY was running a big race when tipping up at Ascot last time and she can gain compensation here in receipt of 5lb from the top two. The ground is a bit of an unknown but she handles good to soft. Lau And Shaz improved to get off the mark at Wincanton last time and needs respecting in her bid to follow up, with similar comments applying to the top one Anariza, who didn't have to be at her best when scoring at Wetherby on reappearance.
Bit free in front when third, beaten 8 1/4l, in the Winter Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Sandown last time; effective from 2m to 2m4f and likely to stay further; acts on soft and good; debut form franked at Graded level, with more to come.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground. Third of 5 behind No Drama This End beaten 8l at 8-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 Betfair Winter Novices' Hurdle at Sandown over 2m 4f (soft) in December last year. Has won twice at Uttoxeter this season.
Bit free in front when third, beaten 8 1/4l, in the Winter Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) at Sandown last time; effective from 2m to 2m4f and likely to stay further; acts on soft and good; debut form franked at Graded level, with more to come.
| 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 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Did it readily when landing a handicap by 4 1/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Lingfield last time; off a short-break; effective 2m4f, acts with cut; progressing and good chance of hat-trick.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 3f and 2m 4f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 5-6fav at Lingfield over 2m 3f (good to soft) in November last year, beating Ski Lodge by 4 1/2l. Has also won at Perth this season.
Did it readily when landing a handicap by 4 1/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Lingfield last time; off a short-break; effective 2m4f, acts with cut; progressing and good chance of hat-trick.
| 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 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | O Murphy | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
Travelled, not find much up the hill, ran to form when fourth beaten 19l in a novice hurdle at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m, acts on G; more to come, likely get bit further in time.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on good ground. Finished 19l behind Old Park Star when fourth of 10 at 15-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (good to soft) in December last year.
Travelled, not find much up the hill, ran to form when fourth beaten 19l in a novice hurdle at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m, acts on G; more to come, likely get bit further in time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brendan Powell | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | J Tizzard | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Improved on debut upped in trip when 6l third in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen most recent run; effective 2m1f-2m5f, acts on GS; capable of much better now handicapping and could be nicely treated.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 1f and 3m on good to soft ground. Third of 5 behind Montemares beaten 6l at 5-6fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Market Rasen over 2m 5f (good to soft) in December last year.
Improved on debut upped in trip when 6l third in a novice hurdle at Market Rasen most recent run; effective 2m1f-2m5f, acts on GS; capable of much better now handicapping and could be nicely treated.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Had every chance and ran to form when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Taunton last time; enjoys making the running; effective over 2m4f and prefers a sound surface; in good form this season but the handicapper may have his measure.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m 3f to 2m 4f on good ground. Beaten 17l behind Celtic Art at 16-1 when 9th of 11 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Taunton over 2m 3f (good) in December last year. Has won 3 times this season.
Had every chance and ran to form when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Taunton last time; enjoys making the running; effective over 2m4f and prefers a sound surface; in good form this season but the handicapper may have his measure.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 4 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 12 | 4 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (V only) | 7 | 4 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | James Owen | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% |
Below form up in trip on handicap debut, may not have stayed when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Ascot last time; effective 2m4f/2m5f, acts on S, G; with top yard and could yet do better.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on soft ground. Finished 18l behind Jakar Du Moulin when sixth of 9 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ascot over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
Below form up in trip on handicap debut, may not have stayed when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Ascot last time; effective 2m4f/2m5f, acts on S, G; with top yard and could yet do better.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | N J Henderson | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
Bit below form when second, beaten 24l, in a novice hurdle at Fontwell last time; effective from 2m to 2m2f and acts on soft and good to soft; should have more to offer now going handicapping.
Placed in a hurdle race from two starts. Beaten 24l by Fortune Timmy when second of 4 at 7-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fontwell over 2m 2f (good to soft) in December last year.
Bit below form when second, beaten 24l, in a novice hurdle at Fontwell last time; effective from 2m to 2m2f and acts on soft and good to soft; should have more to offer now going handicapping.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | G & J Moore | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Returned to form in first-time cheekpieces when winning a maiden hurdle at Plumpton by 3 1/2l last time; back from a short break; effective from 2m to 2m6f and acts on good to soft and good; can progress in handicaps though the mark looks demanding.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good ground. A winner at 11-4 in a maiden hurdle race at Plumpton over 2m 4f (good) on his latest outing in November last year, beating Daylatedollarshort by 3 1/2l.
Returned to form in first-time cheekpieces when winning a maiden hurdle at Plumpton by 3 1/2l last time; back from a short break; effective from 2m to 2m6f and acts on good to soft and good; can progress in handicaps though the mark looks demanding.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Gingell | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
Bit free but ran to form when beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham last time; trainer in form; effective over 2m and acts on soft and good; consistent performer in a short career.
He has won a hurdle race and two NH flat races from 1m 5f to 2m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 5l behind Fortune De Mer when fifth of 11 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (good to soft) in December last year.
Bit free but ran to form when beaten 5 1/4l in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham last time; trainer in form; effective over 2m and acts on soft and good; consistent performer in a short career.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C Gethings | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Mrs J Williams | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
Made mistakes and disappointed on chase debut when well beaten in a beginners' chase at Sligo last time; returns from a break; effective around 2m4f and acts on soft and good; reverts to hurdles now.
Placed in two hurdle races from ten starts. Well beaten at 15-2 behind Stretchemout when eighth of 11 on his chase debut at Sligo over 2m 5f (good - yielding) in October last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Paul Nolan in Ireland.
Made mistakes and disappointed on chase debut when well beaten in a beginners' chase at Sligo last time; returns from a break; effective around 2m4f and acts on soft and good; reverts to hurdles now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C J Todd | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
MALDINI MILANO had plenty in hand when beating two subsequent winners in a maiden hurdle at Plumpton in November. Given the strength of that form, Paul Nicholls' gelding may be underestimated by an opening mark of 114. Top Jimmy wasn't disgraced in Grade 2 company at Sandown and has to be noted at this level. The progressive Scorpio Rising is another who arrives with strong form claims.
A strong novice handicap that looks between SCORPIO RISING and Harry Lowes, with the first-named marginally preferred. The selection ran out a striking winner on his handicap debut at Lingfield, powering clear late, and he might be better equipped than Harry Lowes to cope were this to turn into a slog. The last-named brings smart point form and he looked good on his hurdles debut. On the figures he improved despite an odds-on defeat last time and he's certainly feared now handicapping off a potenially favourable mark. Lisbane Park is next on the list, looking a possible improver now upped in trip and switching to handicaps.
Travelled and ran to form when fourth, beaten 5 1/2l in the Kauto Star Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Kempton last time. Wears cheekpieces for the first time. Effective from 2m to 3m and suited by plenty of cut; has a strong chance down in grade.
Winner of four hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 6l behind Kitzbuhel when fourth of 6 at 7-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Kauto Star Novices' Chase at Kempton over 3m (good) in December last year.
Travelled and ran to form when fourth, beaten 5 1/2l in the Kauto Star Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Kempton last time. Wears cheekpieces for the first time. Effective from 2m to 3m and suited by plenty of cut; has a strong chance down in grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 5 | 3 | 38.5% | |
| Chase | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 5 | 2 | 45.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 11 | 4 | 2 | 36.4% |
| T | G & J Moore | 13 | 5 | 3 | 38.5% |
Improved, relishing step up in trip when winning Listed Novices' Chase at Cheltenham by 3 1/4l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on S, G; more to come over fences as a stayer.
Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 9-4 in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (soft) on his latest outing in November last year, beating One Big Bang by 3 1/2l. Has also won at Worcester this season.
Improved, relishing step up in trip when winning Listed Novices' Chase at Cheltenham by 3 1/4l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on S, G; more to come over fences as a stayer.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 5 | 1 | 62.5% | |
| Chase | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 5 | 0 | 71.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 7 | 1 | 70% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 8 | 5 | 1 | 62.5% |
| T | O Murphy | 9 | 6 | 1 | 66.7% |
Jumped boldly, big effort up in class under aggressive ride when second beaten 12l in Esher Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Sandown latest; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by good ground; may have reached level over fences.
Has won five hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 12l by Salver when second of 4 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Betfair Esher Novices' Chase at Sandown over 3m (good to soft) in December last year. Has won at Exeter and Warwick this season.
Jumped boldly, big effort up in class under aggressive ride when second beaten 12l in Esher Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Sandown latest; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by good ground; may have reached level over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 7 | 3 | 36.8% | |
| Chase | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 8 | 3 | 42.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 18 | 7 | 2 | 38.9% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 21 | 8 | 3 | 38.1% |
Produced his best effort over fences when second, beaten 4 1/4l, in a beginners' chase at Wincanton last time. Effective from 2m2f to 3m, acts on soft and good to soft ground; yet to match his hurdle form but may do better when handicapping.
Winner of four hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding. Beaten 4 1/2l by Regent's Stroll in a match at 2-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Wincanton over 2m 4f (soft) in December last year.
Produced his best effort over fences when second, beaten 4 1/4l, in a beginners' chase at Wincanton last time. Effective from 2m2f to 3m, acts on soft and good to soft ground; yet to match his hurdle form but may do better when handicapping.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 4 | 3 | 36.4% | |
| Chase | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 4 | 2 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | N de Boinville | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| T | N J Henderson | 11 | 4 | 3 | 36.4% |
Outpaced and made mistakes when third, beaten 16l, in the Esher Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Sandown most recently. Effective from 2m4f to 3m, acts on soft and good ground; can race lazily and must improve his jumping.
He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 1m 6f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 4 behind Salver beaten 17l at 5-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Betfair Esher Novices' Chase at Sandown over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
Outpaced and made mistakes when third, beaten 16l, in the Esher Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Sandown most recently. Effective from 2m4f to 3m, acts on soft and good ground; can race lazily and must improve his jumping.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% | |
| Chase | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 4 | 3 | 44.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 8 | 4 | 2 | 50% |
| T | Jamie Snowden | 8 | 4 | 2 | 50% |
Ran to form and rallied gamely when second, beaten 1/2l, in a novice chase at Doncaster last time. Effective at 3m, acts on soft and good to soft ground; a useful chasing recruit who looks ready for this higher grade.
He has won two hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 5f to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Gamesters Guy in a match at 1-3fav on his latest outing in a chase at Doncaster over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
Ran to form and rallied gamely when second, beaten 1/2l, in a novice chase at Doncaster last time. Effective at 3m, acts on soft and good to soft ground; a useful chasing recruit who looks ready for this higher grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% | |
| Chase | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 4 | 2 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Thomas Bellamy | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| T | K C Bailey | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
All of these have claims, but marginal preference is for WADE OUT. The seven-year-old took a while to get going but ended up winning impressively at Cheltenham in November. With the prospect of further improvement likely, Olly Murphy's gelding appears to be the safest pick. The return to 3m will suit Jeriko Du Reponet and he should not be written off, despite two underwhelming efforts over fences this season. Moon Rocket and Salver are next best.
He's conceding weight to all bar one, but SALVER is the class-act of the race and taken to capitlise on the drop in grade having finished fourth in the Grade 1 Kauto Star at Chritsmas. The drying ground was against him on that occasion, but underfoot conditions will be in his favour now and he also gets first-time cheekpieces. Wade Out looked all about stamina when winning at Cheltenham last time and he looks the danger, although Moon Rocket surely has a bigger effort in him yet, having had just two starts over fences and hailing from a yard that does well with its chasers.
Further step back in right direction when fourth beaten 16l in a handicap chase at Kelso latest; best around 2m, acts on S, G; down to a fair mark.
Has won two hurdle races, two NH flat races and four chases from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 16l behind Saint Segal when fourth of 9 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 2m 1f (soft) in December last year.
Further step back in right direction when fourth beaten 16l in a handicap chase at Kelso latest; best around 2m, acts on S, G; down to a fair mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 23 | 6 | 2 | 26.1% | |
| Chase | 13 | 4 | 1 | 30.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 11 | 5 | 0 | 45.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 22 | 6 | 3 | 27.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 15 | 4 | 1 | 26.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny McMenamin | 23 | 7 | 2 | 30.4% |
| T | N G Richards | 26 | 8 | 3 | 30.8% |
Did plenty early, unable to dominate when 7 1/4l third in Wayward Lad Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Kempton most recent run; trainer in form; effective 2m, acts on GS, G; in fine form for new yard.
He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Third of 5 behind Mambonumberfive beaten 7l at 15-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Ladbrokes Wayward Lad Novices' Chase at Kempton over 2m (good) in December last year.
Did plenty early, unable to dominate when 7 1/4l third in Wayward Lad Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Kempton most recent run; trainer in form; effective 2m, acts on GS, G; in fine form for new yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 4 | 3 | 36.4% | |
| Chase | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 4 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
Outpaced and unsuited by a change of tactics when fourth, beaten 26l, in the Desert Orchid Handicap Chase (Grade 2) at Kempton last time; effective at 2m on good ground, a bold jumper; mark probably stiff enough with spring targets likely.
Has won four hurdle races and four chases from 1m 7f to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Thistle Ask when fourth of 7 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Desert Orchid Handicap Chase at Kempton over 2m (good) in December last year.
Outpaced and unsuited by a change of tactics when fourth, beaten 26l, in the Desert Orchid Handicap Chase (Grade 2) at Kempton last time; effective at 2m on good ground, a bold jumper; mark probably stiff enough with spring targets likely.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 33 | 8 | 5 | 24.2% | |
| Chase | 22 | 4 | 4 | 18.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 5 | 4 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 11 | 2 | 0 | 18.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 11 | 1 | 1 | 9.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jay Tidball | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 17 | 3 | 2 | 17.7% |
Improved a little landing a handicap by 2l off a 5lb lower mark at Newbury last time; effective 2m, acts on S, GS; back in form in both codes.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m and 2m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. A winner at 3-1 in a chase at Newbury over 2m (good to soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Highlands Legacy by 1 3/4l.
Improved a little landing a handicap by 2l off a 5lb lower mark at Newbury last time; effective 2m, acts on S, GS; back in form in both codes.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 20 | 4 | 5 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W Greatrex | 18 | 3 | 5 | 16.7% |
Produced best form in 11 months when beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at Wetherby last time; trainer in form; effective at 2m on soft or good ground; inconsistent and not always straightforward, with some enthusiasm concerns.
Winner of two hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 6 behind Traprain Law beaten 4l at 8-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Wetherby over 1m 7f (soft) in December last year.
Produced best form in 11 months when beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at Wetherby last time; trainer in form; effective at 2m on soft or good ground; inconsistent and not always straightforward, with some enthusiasm concerns.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 24 | 5 | 5 | 20.8% | |
| Chase | 19 | 3 | 4 | 15.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 3 | 5 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 15 | 2 | 3 | 13.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
Scored by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark here on his penultimate start; outclassed when upped in grade last time and now 1lb lower; effective from 2m to 2m4f on soft or good ground; mark possibly high enough.
Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Wilful when last of 13 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ascot over 2m (good to soft) in December last year.
Scored by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark here on his penultimate start; outclassed when upped in grade last time and now 1lb lower; effective from 2m to 2m4f on soft or good ground; mark possibly high enough.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 25 | 5 | 7 | 20% | |
| Chase | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 13 | 3 | 2 | 23.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 2 | 7 | 11.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 17 | 1 | 5 | 5.9% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Jamie Snowden | 24 | 4 | 7 | 16.7% |
Won by 2l off a 12lb lower mark at Worcester three runs back; travelled well and ran to form when second last time, conceding first run, now 3lb higher; effective from 2m to 2m5f on heavy or good ground; more to come over fences.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m on good and heavy ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Mighty Bandit when second of 6 at 13-8fav on his latest outing in a chase at Newbury over 2m (good to soft) in December last year.
Won by 2l off a 12lb lower mark at Worcester three runs back; travelled well and ran to form when second last time, conceding first run, now 3lb higher; effective from 2m to 2m5f on heavy or good ground; more to come over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 2 | 6 | 18.2% | |
| Chase | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 5 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 2 | 7 | 15.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jonjo O'Neill Jr. | 11 | 2 | 5 | 18.2% |
| T | Jonjo & A J O'Neill | 13 | 2 | 7 | 15.4% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ran to form when fourth, beaten 4 1/2l, in a handicap chase at Newbury last time; effective at 2m and acts on soft or good ground; holding form.
He has won a hurdle race and two chases at 2m on good and soft ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Mighty Bandit when fourth of 6 at 6-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Newbury over 2m (good to soft) in December last year.
Ran to form when fourth, beaten 4 1/2l, in a handicap chase at Newbury last time; effective at 2m and acts on soft or good ground; holding form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 3 | 6 | 20% | |
| Chase | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 12 | 3 | 5 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 2 | 9 | 11.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 21 | 4 | 9 | 19.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 11 | 3 | 4 | 27.3% |
| T | Jamie Snowden | 15 | 3 | 6 | 20% |
Outpaced and never threatened when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Chepstow last time; wears cheekpieces for the first time; usually held up; best at 2m with cut in the ground; below par this season but the handicapper is easing.
Winner of two hurdle races and four chases at 2m on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Lunar Discovery when sixth of 7 on his latest outing in a chase at Chepstow over 2m 3f (good to soft) in December last year.
Outpaced and never threatened when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Chepstow last time; wears cheekpieces for the first time; usually held up; best at 2m with cut in the ground; below par this season but the handicapper is easing.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 34 | 6 | 7 | 17.7% | |
| Chase | 24 | 4 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 28 | 6 | 5 | 21.4% |
| G | Similar Going | 31 | 7 | 8 | 22.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 14 | 1 | 3 | 7.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Conor Ring | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% |
| T | Evan Williams | 26 | 4 | 4 | 15.4% |
MIRABAD was well fancied on stable debut when pulling his chance away in the Greatwood before making a winning start in this discipline at Exeter. He then wasn't disgraced when third behind Mambonumberfive in the Wayward Lad at Kempton and the switch to handicap company gives him a suitable opportunity to get his head back in front. Highlands Legacy could be the main threat, although Torneo should not be discounted.
HIGHLANDS LEGACY was given a poor ride when second at Newbury last time and, in the hope he'll be ridden a little more positively on this occasion, he's taken to regain the winning thread. He's the type to win a good handicap when things fall right. Mirabad looks capable of better now handicapping over fences and rates the danger for his top yard, while Mighty Bandit, who beat the selection at Newbury last time, should again go well but may struggle to confirm the form from 2lb worse terms.
Took a step back in the right direction though comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Wincanton last time; effective over 3m and best with plenty of cut; not the force he was but mark now falling.
Winner of seven hurdle races from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 17l behind Absolutely Doyen when fifth of 9 at 28-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wincanton over 3m 1f (good to soft) in December last year.
Took a step back in the right direction though comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Wincanton last time; effective over 3m and best with plenty of cut; not the force he was but mark now falling.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 31 | 7 | 5 | 22.6% | |
| Hurdle | 30 | 7 | 5 | 23.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 5 | 4 | 23.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (B only) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Jude Fernandes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G & J Moore | 30 | 7 | 4 | 23.3% |
Below form and finished lame when fourth, beaten 19l in the John Francome Novice Chase (Grade 2) at Newbury last time; effective from 2m4f to 3m with cut; former G1 winner, well treated on old form but needs to prove ability remains after layoff.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 19l behind The Jukebox Man when fourth of 6 at 9-4jt-fav on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Coral John Francome Novices' Chase at Newbury over 2m 4f (good to soft) in November '24.
Below form and finished lame when fourth, beaten 19l in the John Francome Novice Chase (Grade 2) at Newbury last time; effective from 2m4f to 3m with cut; former G1 winner, well treated on old form but needs to prove ability remains after layoff.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 5 | 2 | 55.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P F Nicholls | 8 | 4 | 2 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Scored by 27l off a 16lb lower mark at Bangor-on-Dee penultimate start; ran to form latest; off a short-break; effective 2m4f, suited by plenty of cut; progressive and may suit 3m.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f on soft ground. Third of 15 behind French Ship beaten 3 1/2l at 9-4fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newbury over 2m 4f (soft) in November last year.
Scored by 27l off a 16lb lower mark at Bangor-on-Dee penultimate start; ran to form latest; off a short-break; effective 2m4f, suited by plenty of cut; progressive and may suit 3m.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 2 | 5 | 22.2% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 2 | 5 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 2 | 4 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 2 | 5 | 22.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | T Symonds | 7 | 2 | 4 | 28.6% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
No obvious excuse when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham last time; had been in good form previously; effective at 3m, acts on good ground, and may stay further; consistent until latest run.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m 4f to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 16l behind Titan Discovery at 11-4 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
No obvious excuse when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham last time; had been in good form previously; effective at 3m, acts on good ground, and may stay further; consistent until latest run.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 3 | 7 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 15 | 3 | 7 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 3 | 8 | 17.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | O Murphy | 15 | 3 | 7 | 20% |
Improved down in class and suited by a patient ride off a strong pace to land a handicap hurdle by 3 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Carlisle last time; effective 2m4f–3m, acts on soft and good to soft ground; progressive.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m 7f to 3m 1f on soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 2-1fav at Carlisle over 3m 1f (soft) in December last year, beating Letos by 3 1/2l. Has also won at Ayr this season.
Improved down in class and suited by a patient ride off a strong pace to land a handicap hurdle by 3 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Carlisle last time; effective 2m4f–3m, acts on soft and good to soft ground; progressive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 4 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 12 | 4 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 4 | 2 | 36.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 4 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny McMenamin | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | N G Richards | 12 | 4 | 2 | 33.3% |
Needed the run and stopped quickly when pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Sandown last time; effective over 3m, acts on soft and good to soft ground; fair mark on old form but has to show ability remains.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 7f on good to soft and soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up 2 out when 14-1 at Sandown over 2m 7f (soft) in a hurdle race won by Kikijo in December last year on his latest outing.
Needed the run and stopped quickly when pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Sandown last time; effective over 3m, acts on soft and good to soft ground; fair mark on old form but has to show ability remains.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Hurdle | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 28 | 5 | 7 | 17.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 31 | 5 | 9 | 16.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Deutsch | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% |
| T | Miss V Williams | 18 | 5 | 3 | 27.8% |
Travelled, probably hit front too soon when beaten 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Chepstow last time; effective 2m4f, acts on S; mark looks about right, progressive.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 3f on soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by King Of The Lake when second of 10 at 11-4fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
Travelled, probably hit front too soon when beaten 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Chepstow last time; effective 2m4f, acts on S; mark looks about right, progressive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Cheltenham last time; effective around 3m and looks fairly treated back over hurdles.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good ground, but that win was over two years ago. Pulled up at the 6th when 9-1 at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good to soft) in a chase won by Zertakt in December last year on his chase debut.
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Cheltenham last time; effective around 3m and looks fairly treated back over hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss E C Lavelle | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
Scored by 2l off a 5lb lower mark at Newbury on his penultimate start and ran to form last time off the same mark; effective over 3m and acts with cut; consistent type.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m 6f to 3m on soft ground. Third of 10 behind King Of The Lake beaten 10l at 8-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
Scored by 2l off a 5lb lower mark at Newbury on his penultimate start and ran to form last time off the same mark; effective over 3m and acts with cut; consistent type.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 3 | 3 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 12 | 3 | 3 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 3 | 3 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Callum Pritchard | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
| T | P Hobbs & J White | 12 | 3 | 3 | 25% |
Needed the run when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Ascot last time; effective over 3m but needs to prove ability remains after a layoff.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 3m and 3m 2f on good - yielding and soft ground, but last win was over three years ago. Well beaten at 20-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ascot over 2m 6f (soft) in December last year.
Needed the run when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Ascot last time; effective over 3m but needs to prove ability remains after a layoff.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 1 | 3 | 6.7% | |
| Hurdle | 14 | 1 | 3 | 7.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% |
| T | Christian Williams | 15 | 1 | 3 | 6.7% |
Probably failed to stay at the stiff Cheltenham track when beaten 5l in a handicap hurdle last time; trainer in good form; effective 2m–3m and acts on any ground; going well for new yard.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 3m on good and soft - heavy ground. Finished 5l behind Titan Discovery when sixth of 10 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
Probably failed to stay at the stiff Cheltenham track when beaten 5l in a handicap hurdle last time; trainer in good form; effective 2m–3m and acts on any ground; going well for new yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 2 | 7 | 10.5% | |
| Hurdle | 19 | 2 | 7 | 10.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 1 | 5 | 6.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Atkins | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
Made too much use of when beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap hurdle here last time; effective around 2m4f with cut; not in the same form since returning from a layoff.
He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on good and good to soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 9l behind Listentoyourheart when fifth of 12 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (good).
Made too much use of when beaten 9 1/4l in a handicap hurdle here last time; effective around 2m4f with cut; not in the same form since returning from a layoff.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 2 | 0 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 2 | 0 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 2 | 0 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Isabel Williams | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Evan Williams | 10 | 2 | 0 | 20% |
Scored by 7l off a 11lb lower mark at Perth three starts back; outpaced, ran to form last time, same mark here; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on G, suited by cut; consistent.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 4f on soft and heavy ground. Third of 10 behind Surrey Lord beaten 13l at 15-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Kempton over 2m 5f (good) in December last year.
Scored by 7l off a 11lb lower mark at Perth three starts back; outpaced, ran to form last time, same mark here; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on G, suited by cut; consistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 2 | 4 | 22.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | O Murphy | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
Pulled up after a mistake in a handicap chase at Wincanton last time; effective 2m4f, acts on soft and good ground; inconsistent and now reverts to hurdles.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race at 2m on good and soft ground. Pulled up 4 out when 13-2 at Wincanton over 3m 1f (good to soft) in a chase won by Broomfields Cave in December last year on his latest outing.
Pulled up after a mistake in a handicap chase at Wincanton last time; effective 2m4f, acts on soft and good ground; inconsistent and now reverts to hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | N de Boinville | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | N J Henderson | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
From a yard that won this last year; scored by a neck off a 6lb lower mark at Chepstow on her penultimate start; effective over 2m4f, acts on soft and good ground; steadily progressive.
She has won three hurdle races from 2m 3f to 3m on good to soft ground. Third of 7 behind Ma Shantou beaten 4 1/2l at 9-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 3m (good) earlier this month.
From a yard that won this last year; scored by a neck off a 6lb lower mark at Chepstow on her penultimate start; effective over 2m4f, acts on soft and good ground; steadily progressive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 3 | 2 | 30% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 3 | 2 | 23.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Price | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| T | R L Llewellyn | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% |
Fell early in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham last time; effective at 3m+ and acts on any ground; reliable type.
Winner of four hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m 2f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy. Fell at the 4th when 12-1 at Cheltenham over 3m (good) in a hurdle race won by Ma Shantou earlier this month on his latest outing.
Fell early in a handicap hurdle at Cheltenham last time; effective at 3m+ and acts on any ground; reliable type.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 20 | 4 | 6 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 20 | 4 | 6 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 4 | 6 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Benjamin Macey | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | S Drinkwater | 22 | 5 | 6 | 22.7% |
Lud'or was very impressive on his return to action at Bangor before acquitting himself with plenty of credit in third when sent off favourite at Newbury. He does need to prove his stamina for 3m, so ROYAL RAMBLER gets the vote. Emma Lavelle's charge finished sixth in the aforementioned Newbury contest before improving plenty for going up in trip when runner-up at Chepstow. That was a career-best effort and a 4lb rise doesn't appear likely to stop him from taking another step forward. Nab Wood, Tranquil Sea and Keable appeal most of the remainder.
Plenty to consider in this competitive staying hurdle. LUD'OR has started the season in good form, winning at Bangor and then finishing a good third in a better race at Newbury, and he brings plenty of potential on his first try at 3m, with him being well at home on soft ground. There's a few dangers, notably Kap Boy, another potential improver stepping up in trip for the first time and well at home in soft ground, and Royal Rambler, who returned to form at Chepstow last time when pulling clear with the winner. His stable have hit form again.
Ran well to a point, possibly not stay, ground on the quick side when fourth beaten 14l in Betfair Chase (Grade 1) at Haydock latest; off a short-break; effective 2m3f-3m1f, acts on any ground; no easy task conceding weight here.
Winner of three hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 14l behind Grey Dawning when fourth of 5 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Betfair Chase at Haydock over 3m 2f (good to soft) in November last year.
Ran well to a point, possibly not stay, ground on the quick side when fourth beaten 14l in Betfair Chase (Grade 1) at Haydock latest; off a short-break; effective 2m3f-3m1f, acts on any ground; no easy task conceding weight here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 6 | 0 | 54.6% | |
| Chase | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 5 | 0 | 55.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 7 | 0 | 58.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 9 | 5 | 0 | 55.6% |
| T | B Pauling | 11 | 6 | 0 | 54.6% |
Keen but returned to form under a more restrained ride off a strong pace when winning the Betfair Exchange Handicap Chase at Cheltenham by 9 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m to 2m4f and handles any ground, though stamina over this trip remains unproven.
Winner of two hurdle races, four chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 6-1 in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Il Ridoto by 10l.
Keen but returned to form under a more restrained ride off a strong pace when winning the Betfair Exchange Handicap Chase at Cheltenham by 9 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m to 2m4f and handles any ground, though stamina over this trip remains unproven.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 6 | 7 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 15 | 4 | 5 | 26.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 2 | 5 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 4 | 4 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 28.6% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| T | Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies | 21 | 6 | 7 | 28.6% |
Made mistakes and was outpaced when never threatening in the Coral Gold Cup Handicap Chase at Newbury last time, unsuited by how the race developed. Previously in good form and effective from 2m4f to 3m5f, best at staying trips on soft or good ground, but faces a tough task here.
Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 3m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 9-1 behind Panic Attack when 11th of 24 on his latest outing in a chase at Newbury over 3m 2f (good to soft) in November last year.
Made mistakes and was outpaced when never threatening in the Coral Gold Cup Handicap Chase at Newbury last time, unsuited by how the race developed. Previously in good form and effective from 2m4f to 3m5f, best at staying trips on soft or good ground, but faces a tough task here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 6 | 4 | 37.5% | |
| Chase | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 6 | 4 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 15 | 7 | 4 | 46.7% |
| T | O Murphy | 18 | 7 | 4 | 38.9% |
Travelled well and ran to form when third, beaten 15l, in a Cheltenham handicap chase last time after being made too much use of early. Effective at 2m4f and barely gets 3m; handles any ground but looks up against it in this field.
Winner of a hurdle race and five chases from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Third of 8 behind Can You Call beaten 15l at 11-4fav on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) in December last year.
Travelled well and ran to form when third, beaten 15l, in a Cheltenham handicap chase last time after being made too much use of early. Effective at 2m4f and barely gets 3m; handles any ground but looks up against it in this field.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 38 | 6 | 10 | 15.8% | |
| Chase | 31 | 5 | 8 | 16.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 34 | 6 | 9 | 17.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 12.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brendan Powell | 22 | 3 | 5 | 13.6% |
| T | J Tizzard | 20 | 1 | 7 | 5% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Made his move too soon back from a break and needed the run when well beaten in the Betfair Exchange Handicap Chase at Cheltenham last time. Enjoys racing prominently and is effective from 2m4f to 2m6f on heavy or good to soft ground. Formerly with Henry de Bromhead and remains lightly raced for his age, with scope to improve.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Well beaten at 22-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good) earlier this month.
Made his move too soon back from a break and needed the run when well beaten in the Betfair Exchange Handicap Chase at Cheltenham last time. Enjoys racing prominently and is effective from 2m4f to 2m6f on heavy or good to soft ground. Formerly with Henry de Bromhead and remains lightly raced for his age, with scope to improve.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 4 | 0 | 44.4% | |
| Chase | 8 | 3 | 0 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 5 | 0 | 55.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 5 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Deutsch | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Miss V Williams | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
A three-time Grade 1 winner who took this race last year. Produced a huge effort when third, beaten 4 1/4l, in a Cheltenham handicap chase on his return under a big weight. Trainer in form; consistent veteran effective from 2m4f to 3m on heavy or good ground.
Has won a hurdle race and seven chases from 2m to 3m 2f on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 10 behind Marble Sands beaten 4 1/2l at 3-1fav on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 3f (soft) in November last year.
A three-time Grade 1 winner who took this race last year. Produced a huge effort when third, beaten 4 1/4l, in a Cheltenham handicap chase on his return under a big weight. Trainer in form; consistent veteran effective from 2m4f to 3m on heavy or good ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 33 | 8 | 10 | 24.2% | |
| Chase | 24 | 7 | 6 | 29.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 27 | 8 | 8 | 29.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 20 | 5 | 6 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 31 | 7 | 9 | 22.6% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 32 | 8 | 9 | 25% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Last year's winner PROTEKTORAT showed the fire still burns strongly when producing a terrific effort under a big weight for third at Cheltenham in November. Over a trip that may have been considered too far beforehand, he kept on gamely and the conditions of this race suit him ideally. Ben Pauling retains plenty of faith in Handstands, who ran well for a long way in the Betfair Chase, although giving 8lb to the selection will be a tough ask. Matata proved he is finally tractable enough up in trip when impressing at Cheltenham on New Year's Day and a repeat of that performance would put him right in contention.
This looks a good opportunity for PROTEKTORAT to win the race for a second consecutive year. He hacked up by 23l 12 months ago, beating the very smart Djelo, and is favoured by the weights this time around having no penalty. He's also undergone a wind op since his reappearance, when running a big race from a mark of 165 in a Cheltenham handicap. Handstands is the obvious danger but he is vulnerable under a penalty, with his trainer eyeing either the Gold Cup or Grand National as a big spring aim. Don't be shocked to see a big run from Jungle Boogie at a price. The lightly raced veteran has tons of class and clearly needed his reappearance/stable debut.
Scored by 3l off a 9lb lower mark at Ffos Las three starts back. Made mistakes and idled when throwing it away last time, now 3lb higher. Effective up to 3m2f, acts on soft and good ground. A progressive staying chaser who prefers longer trips.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race, a chase and two point-to-points from 2m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten a neck by Zertakt when second of 8 at 8-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good to soft) in December last year.
Scored by 3l off a 9lb lower mark at Ffos Las three starts back. Made mistakes and idled when throwing it away last time, now 3lb higher. Effective up to 3m2f, acts on soft and good ground. A progressive staying chaser who prefers longer trips.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 2 | 5 | 20% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 5 | 6 | 31.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | Mickey Bowen | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% |
Outpaced but ran to form when 6 1/4l third in a handicap chase here last time, appearing unsuited by the drop in trip. Effective at 3m+ and suited by a sound surface. Could build on that revival when stepped back up in distance.
He has won a hurdle race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Third of 7 behind Toothless beaten 6l at 9-2 on his latest outing in a chase here over 2m 4f (good) earlier this month.
Outpaced but ran to form when 6 1/4l third in a handicap chase here last time, appearing unsuited by the drop in trip. Effective at 3m+ and suited by a sound surface. Could build on that revival when stepped back up in distance.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 3 | 3 | 18.8% | |
| Chase | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 4 | 4 | 23.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jonjo O'Neill Jr. | 11 | 1 | 3 | 9.1% |
| T | Jonjo & A J O'Neill | 17 | 3 | 4 | 17.7% |
Scored by a head off a 14lb lower mark at Warwick penultimate start; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on S, G; steadily progressive, revised mark demands more.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 2f and 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by Egbert when second of 4 at 11-10fav on his latest outing in a chase at Haydock over 3m 4f (good to soft) in December last year.
Scored by a head off a 14lb lower mark at Warwick penultimate start; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on S, G; steadily progressive, revised mark demands more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 2 | 4 | 18.2% | |
| Chase | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Maggs | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | R Hobson | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Returned to form when landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Wetherby last time. Effective from 2m4f to 3m3f and suited by cut. Unreliable but clearly capable when on song.
Has won four hurdle races, a NH flat race and three chases from 1m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 18-1 in a chase at Wetherby over 3m (soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Carrig Kate by 1/2l.
Returned to form when landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Wetherby last time. Effective from 2m4f to 3m3f and suited by cut. Unreliable but clearly capable when on song.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 25 | 7 | 4 | 28% | |
| Chase | 17 | 3 | 3 | 17.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 23 | 7 | 4 | 30.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (V only) | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 15 | 4 | 3 | 26.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 19 | 4 | 3 | 21.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J M Quinlan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | S England | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
Ran to form when 10l third in a handicap chase at Haydock last time. Effective around 3m and suited by plenty of cut. Capable of going close off this mark.
He has won a NH flat race and two chases from 1m 7f to 3m on soft and heavy ground. Third of 12 behind Grand Geste beaten 10l at 12-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Haydock over 3m 2f (soft) in December last year.
Ran to form when 10l third in a handicap chase at Haydock last time. Effective around 3m and suited by plenty of cut. Capable of going close off this mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 2 | 4 | 13.3% | |
| Chase | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 9 | 2 | 3 | 22.2% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | O Greenall & J Guerriero | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% |
Scored by 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Ayr penultimate start; ran to form, best work late when third last time, same mark here; effective 3m-4m, acts with cut; more to come over marathon trips.
Winner of two hurdle races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m on soft and heavy ground. Third of 11 behind Grozni beaten 5l at 10-3fav on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 4m (soft) in December last year.
Scored by 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Ayr penultimate start; ran to form, best work late when third last time, same mark here; effective 3m-4m, acts with cut; more to come over marathon trips.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 4 | 1 | 57.1% | |
| Chase | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 4 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D R Fox | 6 | 4 | 1 | 66.7% |
| T | L Russell & M Scudamore | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Mistakes, improved up in trip landing a handicap by 26l off a 5lb lower mark at Fakenham last time; effective 2m4f-3m5f, acts on any; back in form and capable.
Winner of four chases and a point-to-point from 2m 5f to 3m 5f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. A winner at 3-1 in a chase at Fakenham over 3m 5f (soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Fern Hill by 26l. Has won twice at Fakenham this season.
Mistakes, improved up in trip landing a handicap by 26l off a 5lb lower mark at Fakenham last time; effective 2m4f-3m5f, acts on any; back in form and capable.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 48 | 4 | 9 | 8.3% | |
| Chase | 32 | 4 | 8 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 36 | 3 | 8 | 8.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 3 | 3 | 15.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 15 | 1 | 4 | 6.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss Lily Jones | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | N B King | 9 | 2 | 0 | 22.2% |
Outclassed up in grade when well beaten in a handicap chase at Haydock last time. Effective at 3m and prefers cut in the ground. Form has tailed off this season.
Winner of a chase and four point-to-points at 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Grand Geste when eighth of 12 on his latest outing in a chase at Haydock over 3m 2f (soft) in December last year.
Outclassed up in grade when well beaten in a handicap chase at Haydock last time. Effective at 3m and prefers cut in the ground. Form has tailed off this season.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% | |
| Chase | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Cheek Pieces | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Andrews | 8 | 1 | 4 | 12.5% |
| T | T Ellis | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% |
Made too much use of and was beaten 9l in a handicap chase at Ludlow last time. Enjoys making the running, effective at 3m, acts on any ground. Back on a workable mark but has struggled this term.
Winner of a NH flat race and five chases from 2m 1f to 3m 2f on good and soft ground. Finished 9l behind Ballycamus when fifth of 6 at 5-2jt-fav on his latest outing in a chase at Ludlow over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
Made too much use of and was beaten 9l in a handicap chase at Ludlow last time. Enjoys making the running, effective at 3m, acts on any ground. Back on a workable mark but has struggled this term.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 5 | 6 | 23.8% | |
| Chase | 15 | 5 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 4 | 4 | 23.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 23 | 6 | 5 | 26.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | H D Daly | 24 | 6 | 6 | 25% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ran to form when beaten 3l off a 1lb lower mark at Plumpton last time, returning from a long layoff. Effective from 2m3f to 3m2f, acts on heavy and good ground. Might just need this run.
He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m 4f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 3l by Hugos New Horse when second of 6 at 7-4fav on his latest outing in a chase at Plumpton over 3m 2f (good) in April last year.
Ran to form when beaten 3l off a 1lb lower mark at Plumpton last time, returning from a long layoff. Effective from 2m3f to 3m2f, acts on heavy and good ground. Might just need this run.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 4 | 6 | 21.1% | |
| Chase | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 22 | 3 | 8 | 13.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 14.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Caoilin Quinn | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G & J Moore | 13 | 2 | 5 | 15.4% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
A bit too free back from a break when 6l third in a handicap chase at Plumpton last time. Effective from 3m to 3m2f, acts on soft and good ground. On a fair mark if building on that reappearance.
Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 2m 7f to 3m 2f on good and good to soft ground. Third of 5 behind Jubilant beaten 6l at 9-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Plumpton over 3m 2f (good to soft) in December last year.
A bit too free back from a break when 6l third in a handicap chase at Plumpton last time. Effective from 3m to 3m2f, acts on soft and good ground. On a fair mark if building on that reappearance.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 24 | 5 | 7 | 20.8% | |
| Chase | 16 | 3 | 6 | 18.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 2 | 6 | 11.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 25 | 5 | 7 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Best | 17 | 4 | 4 | 23.5% |
| T | J W Mullins | 25 | 5 | 7 | 20% |
Ran to form when fourth, beaten 9l in a handicap chase at Kelso last time. Suited by 3m-4m and acts with cut. On her last winning mark and should be competitive.
Winner of four chases and a point-to-point from 3m to 3m 5f on good to soft and soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 9l behind Grozni when fourth of 11 at 6-1 on her latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 4m (soft) in December last year.
Ran to form when fourth, beaten 9l in a handicap chase at Kelso last time. Suited by 3m-4m and acts with cut. On her last winning mark and should be competitive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 31 | 4 | 5 | 12.9% | |
| Chase | 19 | 4 | 1 | 21.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 29 | 4 | 5 | 13.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| T | O Murphy | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Never threatened and was a bit below form when beaten 10l in a handicap chase at Kelso last time. Suited by 3m+ on soft ground. Generally consistent, well treated on Irish form, and the marathon trip should suit.
He has won three point-to-points at 3m on yielding and heavy ground. Finished 10l behind Grozni when sixth of 11 at 7-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 4m (soft) in December last year. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Never threatened and was a bit below form when beaten 10l in a handicap chase at Kelso last time. Suited by 3m+ on soft ground. Generally consistent, well treated on Irish form, and the marathon trip should suit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 0 | 5 | 0% | |
| Chase | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Evan Williams | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
Travelled well and showed a good attitude when improving to land a handicap by a neck off a 6lb lower mark at Uttoxeter last time. Trainer in form. Effective at 3m on soft or good ground, and more improvement likely.
He has won three chases at 3m on good to soft and soft ground. A winner at 4-1 in a chase at Uttoxeter over 3m (good to soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Smurfette by a neck. Has also won at Wetherby this season.
Travelled well and showed a good attitude when improving to land a handicap by a neck off a 6lb lower mark at Uttoxeter last time. Trainer in form. Effective at 3m on soft or good ground, and more improvement likely.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 3 | 4 | 23.1% | |
| Chase | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 3 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 3 | 3 | 37.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R Patrick | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| T | C Boultbee-Brooks | 13 | 3 | 4 | 23.1% |
Improved landing a handicap by 2 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Wincanton last time; effective 2m6f-3m2f, suited by decent ground; more to offer over fences.
He has won two chases and a point-to-point from 3m to 3m 3f on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 11-8fav at Wincanton over 3m 3f (good to soft) in December last year, beating I'm Your Buckaroo by 2 1/2l. Has also won at Exeter this season.
Improved landing a handicap by 2 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Wincanton last time; effective 2m6f-3m2f, suited by decent ground; more to offer over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| 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) | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Dylan Johnston | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | S Thomas | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
Ran to form when second, beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap chase at Taunton last time. Usually held up. Effective from 3m to 3m4f, acts on heavy and good ground. Consistent performer on a fair mark.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 2f and 3m on good to soft and heavy ground. Beaten 9l by Jukebox D'eddy when second of 6 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Taunton over 3m 2f (good) in December last year.
Ran to form when second, beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap chase at Taunton last time. Usually held up. Effective from 3m to 3m4f, acts on heavy and good ground. Consistent performer on a fair mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 20 | 2 | 7 | 10% | |
| Chase | 10 | 1 | 5 | 10% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 2 | 5 | 11.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 21 | 2 | 7 | 9.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 17 | 2 | 7 | 11.8% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Davies | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | C J Gray | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Won this race last year. Raced lazily, outpaced and had too much to do when 9 1/4l third in a handicap chase at Ludlow last time. Ideally suited by marathon trips. Consistent and fairly treated; respected again.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 3m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 9 behind Followcato beaten 9l at 9-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Ludlow over 2m 4f (good to soft) in December last year.
Won this race last year. Raced lazily, outpaced and had too much to do when 9 1/4l third in a handicap chase at Ludlow last time. Ideally suited by marathon trips. Consistent and fairly treated; respected again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 42 | 4 | 11 | 9.5% | |
| Chase | 36 | 3 | 10 | 8.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 23 | 2 | 6 | 8.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 20 | 1 | 6 | 5% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 38 | 3 | 11 | 7.9% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 13 | 2 | 3 | 15.4% |
| T | Christian Williams | 27 | 2 | 7 | 7.4% |
Special John continued on his upward trajectory when completing a double at Wincanton and he must enter calculations off 5lb higher. However, this step into class 3 company asks for more and it could be worth chancing DE LEGISLATOR. The lightly-raced nine-year-old was far from disgraced when third in the Scottish Borders National and won't be found wanting for stamina. Holokea and Jupiter Des Bordes are feasible alternatives.
A really competitive marathon chase that can go to JUPITER DES BORDES, who improved for the step up to this distance when just denied at Haydock last time and looks to have to offer as a stayer. He's carrying his share of weight, though, and Special John must be respected as the main threat towards the foot of the weights. He's up in grade but looks a strong stayer and surely has more to give off a mark of just 105. Fellow hat-trick seeker Express Surprise and De Legislator, a good third over 4m at Kelso last time, are others worthy of strong consideration.
Improved again when winning King Edward VII Ascot Membership NH Flat Race (Listed) at Ascot by a length last time; effective 2m, acts on S, GS; worth further step up in class.
He has won two NH flat races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to soft. Won on his latest outing in a NH flat race when 7-5fav at Ascot over 2m (soft) in December last year, beating Tally Ho Back by 1l. Has also won at Newbury this season.
Improved again when winning King Edward VII Ascot Membership NH Flat Race (Listed) at Ascot by a length last time; effective 2m, acts on S, GS; worth further step up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| NH Flat | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Gordon | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
Promising debut when winning a bumper at Taunton by 2 1/4l last time; off a short break; effective at 2m1f on good to firm ground; more to come but ground unknown.
Won on his latest outing in a NH flat race when 7-4fav at Taunton over 2m (good to firm) in November last year, beating Religous Cross by 2 1/4l.
Promising debut when winning a bumper at Taunton by 2 1/4l last time; off a short break; effective at 2m1f on good to firm ground; more to come but ground unknown.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Jamie Snowden | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Promising debut and strong at the finish when winning by 2 1/2l in an Amateurs' bumper at Warwick; effective over 2m on good to soft ground; looks useful.
Full brother to Betty's Daisy, won over hurdles at 2m 5f and in NH flat race at 2m. A winner at 12-1 in a NH flat race at Warwick over 2m (good to soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Cheap Sandwiches by 2 1/2l.
Promising debut and strong at the finish when winning by 2 1/2l in an Amateurs' bumper at Warwick; effective over 2m on good to soft ground; looks useful.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | B Pauling | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Outpaced, flew home, too much to do when 6 1/4l fourth in a bumper at Southwell first-time out; off a short-break; effective 2m on S; should come on plenty for initial experience.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Finished 6l behind Vango Can Go when fourth of 11 at 16-1 on his racecourse debut at Southwell over 2m (soft) in November last year.
Outpaced, flew home, too much to do when 6 1/4l fourth in a bumper at Southwell first-time out; off a short-break; effective 2m on S; should come on plenty for initial experience.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | O Murphy | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
£1,000 Soldier Of Fortune gelding; half-brother to Tedham, who was very useful at 21f; makes his debut in a competitive race and looks up against it.
Half-brother to Lily Glitters, won four times over hurdles at 3m and 3m 1f.
£1,000 Soldier Of Fortune gelding; half-brother to Tedham, who was very useful at 21f; makes his debut in a competitive race and looks up against it.
Showed some promise on debut when fourth, beaten 9 1/4l, in an Amateurs' bumper at Warwick; effective at 2m on good to soft ground; likely improver.
Dam won twice at 1m 4f. Finished 9l behind Old Clayesmorian when fourth of 12 at 15-2 on his racecourse debut at Warwick over 2m (good to soft) in December last year.
Showed some promise on debut when fourth, beaten 9 1/4l, in an Amateurs' bumper at Warwick; effective at 2m on good to soft ground; likely improver.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J R Boyle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Some promise on debut when fourth, beaten 4 1/4l, in a bumper at Chepstow; trainer in form; off a short break; effective at 2m1f on soft ground; should improve.
Full brother to Minella Apprentice, won in a point to point race at 3m. Finished 4 1/2l behind No Walkover when fourth of 11 at 16-5 on his racecourse debut at Chepstow over 2m (soft) in November last year.
Some promise on debut when fourth, beaten 4 1/4l, in a bumper at Chepstow; trainer in form; off a short break; effective at 2m1f on soft ground; should improve.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved when second, beaten a length, in the King Edward VII Ascot Membership NH Flat Race (Listed) at Ascot; effective over 2m and acts on good to soft ground; debut form franked and should win soon.
Placed in a NH flat race from two starts. Beaten 1l by Bass Hunter when second of 15 at 40-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Ascot over 2m (soft) in December last year.
Improved when second, beaten a length, in the King Edward VII Ascot Membership NH Flat Race (Listed) at Ascot; effective over 2m and acts on good to soft ground; debut form franked and should win soon.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Green under pressure but very promising debut when winning by 1 1/2l in the Henrietta Knight Mares' Open NH Flat Race (Listed) at Huntingdon; effective at 2m and acts on soft ground; looks useful and worth a step up in class.
Half-sister to A L'abord'az, won over hurdles at 2m 2f. A winner at 12-1 in a NH flat race at Huntingdon over 2m (soft) on her latest outing in December last year, beating Ladies Day by 1 1/2l.
Green under pressure but very promising debut when winning by 1 1/2l in the Henrietta Knight Mares' Open NH Flat Race (Listed) at Huntingdon; effective at 2m and acts on soft ground; looks useful and worth a step up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | G & J Moore | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
TI'MAMZEL, who was purchased for 30,000 euros as a yearling and resold for 105,000 as a three-year-old, made a very pleasing start by winning a Listed event at Huntingdon last month. Despite picking up a 4lb penalty, her mares' allowance is a useful aid now she tackles geldings. Another step forward can see her notch back-to-back successes. Tally Ho Back's surprise second-placed finish in a deeper race at Ascot reads well and he is feared most, ahead of Warwick winner Old Clayesmorian.
Bass Hunter knows his job and sets the standard, having won a Listed event at Ascot last time, but he's far from certain to confirm the form at these weights with the runner-up Tally Ho Back. It could be worth taking a chance on EUSTACE GRENIER to improve past the pair, though, having flashed home to finish fourth at Southwell on debut. Ti'mamzel struck at Listed level on debut and is another to consider provided she progresses as expected.
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