Friday 26 June 2026 Every horse, A to Z
452 horses 49 races 7 meetings 18 with a signal
The day's horses
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Ryan Moore 24%Aidan O'Brien 22%—No signal5/4 11/10 6/5Top of the market on debut, this 2,300,000 euros Wootton Bassett colt is a half-brother to a smart staying performer and hails from a dam who excelled at six furlongs as a juvenile. The trainer-jockey combination knows how to land this race and he could easily go well first time out.
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Billy Loughnane 18%Charlie Appleby 33%—No signal6/5 8/11 6/5A Dark Angel filly out of a mare who was very smart over 5f, and a half-sister to a useful 6f performer — Acting Lady debuts for a trainer who regularly introduces their better two-year-old fillies at this track and makes most appeal of these three. Lightly raced on debut, but the breeding and stable angle are compelling.
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P. J. McDonald 14%Geoff Oldroyd 19%6-5105No signal7/1 6/1 7/1Air Force One missed the break last time out but came home fifth, beaten a length off a mark of 90 — a respectable effort given the circumstances, and he carries the same mark today. He has taken a race over this trip and handles the all-weather; he wears a first-time visor and is better placed than his most recent finishing position suggests.
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Darragh Keenan 10%042354No signal13/2 4/1 6/1Carrying a first-time tongue-tie and consistent in recent form, Al Hofzan finished within a length off today's mark at Leicester last time. He handles six to nine furlongs on good ground and the all-weather and has been a model of consistency — yet to get off the mark leaves him hard to pin down at the head of the market.
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Daniel Tudhope 18%David O'Meara 13%736063No signal5/1 4/1 5/1Wearing first-time cheekpieces and handled by a top course trainer, Al Muqdad finished a creditable third at Ayr last time on an unchanged mark — not far off his last winning level. He handles seven furlongs and a sound surface well; still to get off the mark in recent starts, but the conditions suit and his latest effort was encouraging.
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Conor Whiteley 15%Michael Appleby 13%843-00No signal18/1 12/1 16/1Al Shabab Storm has been in wretched form, finishing unplaced in his last two and beaten soundly throughout; his trainer has had just one winner from 21 runners in the past fortnight. He wears a first-time tongue-tie and handles the all-weather surface, and his best form comes at Chester, but in this company he requires a sharp upturn.
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09-849No signal33/1 28/1 33/1Ninth and recently below form on turf when beaten nine lengths at this course, he has been better on all-weather and acts at seven to eight furlongs on that surface. Draws at stall 3 on the inside which is an advantage; he could be worth a second look on a surface that suited him better.
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Chris Hayes 10%463472No signal14/1 10/1 12/1Ex-Ballydoyle with some form emerging at six to seven furlongs on a sound surface, he ran to form last time at Navan beaten a short-head off a slightly lower mark. A first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces; draws at stall 1 on the inside which could help; consistent in profile with a gear change to give hope.
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Luke Morris 12%439/36No signal20/1 16/1 20/1Alla Stella has placed at Group level and her connections hold out hope over middle distances, but her last five starts have yielded no better than third. She was well held on soft ground at Dortmund latest, and with a speed rating of 78 lagging behind the field, there is plenty to prove before she enters calculations here.
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Scott Dixon 7%533358No signal33/1 16/1 28/1Off her last winning mark but needing a turnaround after a below-par effort here last time, Alondra has spent much of her recent form threading the places without getting to the front. She is effective at five or six furlongs on firm and all-weather and connections have a solid record in this race, which is a note worth making — but a bounce back is required.
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David Egan 14%7-No signal5/4 5/4 6/5Off for eight months after a debut defeat at Newbury, where she was beaten ten lengths, Alpinara is bred for middle to staying distances and a longer trip could bring out the best in her. She is likely one for handicaps in time, and her inexperience at this level is the obvious hold-back.
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Brian Hughes 19%George Bewley 11%446-71No signal5/2Took a handicap here last time by half a length off a mark 4lb lower when back on better ground, usually held up and suited to around 2m-2m2f. Still well treated relative to her maiden form and the local track knowledge is a plus. A genuine threat to the selection.
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Charlie Fellowes 11%4533No signal4/1 7/2 4/1Placed third in her last two starts and ran to a fair level at Leicester last time, beaten 2 lengths off a mark 1lb lower than today's; handles this course and going and acts at 6-7f. First-time tongue-tie applied and our figures rate her highly — could go close if the headgear has the desired effect.
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Sean Quinlan 15%Nicky Richards 17%22323-No signal14/1 17/2 14/1Consistent in placing terms before a long layoff — five consecutive placed finishes prior to a wind operation — but his most recent effort at Hexham, where he went too free and finished well beaten, casts doubt on his current fitness and jumping. Effective over 2m4f-3m; first-time cheekpieces are added and he might need this.
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Theo Gillard 12%Donald McCain 15%3243-3No signal8/1 6/1 15/2Back from a break and beaten 29 lengths at Hereford last time without much to point to in his favour; inconsistent in a short career and yet to score. First-time tongue-tie applied and a change of headgear is a hopeful sign, but he has plenty to prove on recent evidence.
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Billy Loughnane 18%George Boughey 18%348-03No signal7/4 3/2 7/4Back to form in a new headgear combination at Windsor last time, beaten one-and-a-half lengths off this mark, and he is suited by the distance and going — Amorim is a genuine threat stepping back up to 7f. Yet to score in his last five starts, but the stable has taken this race before.
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Colin Keane 16%G. M. Lyons 16%—No signal7/2 FCST 10/3A 280,000 euros Dark Angel colt from a dam who was smart at seven furlongs at two and a half-brother to a very smart six-furlong performer, he enters from a stable that has taken this race in each of the last two seasons. An open debut proposition but one to respect based on the yard's record.
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Sam James 14%Adam Kirby 12%-12251No signalSP FCST 7/2Ancient State took a handicap in ready fashion at Newmarket last time, coming home four lengths clear off a mark four pounds lower than today's. He wears a first-time eye hood and tongue-tie combination; he handles a sound surface over five to six furlongs and has shown enough speed for this shorter trip. The penalty for that win is the main test.
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Angel Of England20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Tom Eaves 8%Alan Brown 9%00U926SSteamer Whisper 1 signal11/2 9/1 5/1Angel Of England has been in terrible form for nearly three years without a win, and has been unplaced in a majority of his recent starts. His latest effort at Wetherby saw him go off too quickly and tire badly; he now wears first-time cheekpieces and handles the all-weather, and his penultimate run showed a brief glimmer of better form. He needs to reproduce that with interest.
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Dougie Costello 10%8-7530No signal7/2 4/1 10/3Took this race last year and has the going in her favour, though she made too much use of herself when down the field at Haydock last time — Angel Shared is best at 5f in recent form and carries top weight from stall 8. Her stronger efforts have come over the shorter trip.
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M. P. Sheehy 8%Adrian Keatley 15%010006No signal50/1 33/1 50/1Another Baar arrives on a falling mark and sports a first-time visor, a combination that sometimes sparks a response; he has course-and-distance form and handles any going. His recent efforts have been patchy — beaten eight lengths at Ripon last week — and the mark, while easing, still demands considerably more.
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368064No signal14/1 14/1 12/1Fourth at Leopardstown last time running to his recent level, he has been inconsistent on a long losing run and acts at five to seven furlongs on good and all-weather but has been better on the latter. First-time cheekpieces and a cold trainer make him hard to recommend, though his latest form was honest.
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Luke McAteer 8%Michael Costa 21%4313-No signal33/1Out of sorts on her most recent run — eleven lengths third over six furlongs at Meydan — having taken a race at seven furlongs previously. The task on handicap debut is not straightforward and she has had 231 days off, but there is ability there if the return goes smoothly.
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Callum Rodriguez 20%David Menuisier 13%5119-2No signal20/1 14/1 20/1A progressive mare who has taken two wins from her last five, Ashariba ran her race in a Listed event in France last time, beaten four lengths in second. She acts on all-weather and the trainer is in form; her main risk is that her official mark of 99 may leave her with ground to make up against the top two.
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Rhys Elliott 7%Sam England 15%354512No signal8/1 13/2 8/1Asian Journey has placed in his last two outings and ran to his mark over a longer trip last time, finishing second off his current rating; he now wears a first-time tongue-tie and handles the all-weather. Our figures rank him near the bottom of the field, however, and though the handicapper's assessment has him competitive, a significant gap to the top three remains.
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Sean Bowen 24%Mickey Bowen 16%P476-4No signal11/4 11/2 2/1Possible improver now switching to chasing for the first time, with his hurdles form giving a solid baseline and today's trip and ground within his range. The last run at Ffos Las appeared to be a sharpener and first-time cheekpieces are added today. He has not been getting competitive over hurdles lately but the code switch could unlock more.
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8674-2No signal9/2 7/2 4/1Beaten two lengths at Ludlow last time in her best hurdles effort yet, up in trip and giving a good account until a late error cost her ground; acts over 2m3f to three miles on good to soft and first-time blinkers are applied. Yet to score in her last five but the staying form is developing and the mark is not out of reach.
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Roy Bowring 14%66No signal40/1 20/1 33/1Below what she showed on debut, Auradue was beaten over eight lengths here last time — a run that, on paper, is still an improvement on her previous start. She looks likely to find her level in lower-grade company after this; the honest effort is noted, but she faces better rivals today.
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TBAJack Foley 11%809No signal33/1 25/1 33/1Well beaten in each of his last three runs including a maiden at Dundalk, running to a moderate level throughout. He needs significant improvement now tackling handicap company for the first time; the profile does not suggest the ability to threaten in this grade.
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Alex Jary 9%Nigel Tinkler 11%0-7047No signal15/2Azuinthejungle has been in poor form across his recent starts and his trainer has had no winners from 24 runners in the past fortnight. He handles the going and acts at five and six furlongs on any surface, but the weights have eased for good reason and his run at Beverley last time produced a well-beaten seventh without any sign of a revival.
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Ray Dawson 14%Roger Varian 20%76SSteamer Whisper 1 signal20/1 18/1 16/1Back At One is trained by a handler in good form and comes from a capable yard. He was outpaced and looked in need of a stiffer examination at Salisbury last time, beaten eight lengths, but that effort showed improvement on his previous outing. Seven furlongs is his trip and a stronger test on this track could see more from him; his best is likely still to come.
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Jonathan Burke 15%James Owen 18%1213-7No signalSP FCST 8/1Below her best when well beaten on her reappearance at Bangor, but that run came over hurdles and she has won twice over fences in recent starts. Effective around 2m4f on good ground; she must leave that comeback performance firmly behind her.
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R. P. Whelan 9%3-321No signal5/1 7/2 5/1He landed a staying race over two miles at Listowel last time in his best Flat form, consistent across both codes and acts at twelve furlongs to two miles on soft and good. Trainer in form and racing on handicap debut here; a genuine each-way candidate with the right profile for this test.
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James Ryan 7%0No signal200/1 150/1 200/1Below par on his debut at Limerick and still with all to prove, he gets first-time cheekpieces and is off a short break. The task is steep given rivals with more experience or stronger profiles, but if the headgear has an effect there is a chance he can run better than his debut effort suggests.
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Banana Three20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBARoss O'Sullivan 10%85375/No signal22/1 FCST 20/1Well held in a hurdle most recently and returning from a long break, there is plenty more needed before he can compete here. He has form at the distance and going from previous Flat efforts but the recent hurdles form is not a sound guide; needs time.
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Colin Keane 16%Noel Meade 11%55-22No signal9/2 10/3 4/1Runner-up twice in her last four starts, she is effective at seven to ten furlongs on soft and good and the drop to a mile should suit. She finished one and a quarter lengths behind her rivals at Leopardstown most recently and remains consistent; the unproven pedigree at shorter distances is the one caveat.
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R. P. Whelan 9%1096-0No signal25/1 25/1 22/1Well held last time at this course over eight furlongs, she has a win on her record and her mark has eased slightly, though more is required to get competitive. Effective at seven to eight furlongs on a sound surface; the wide draw at stall 19 is an additional hurdle.
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Scott Dixon 7%958546No signal20/1 10/1 20/1Winless in six recent starts, Beach Partee was below his best last time at Wolverhampton when stepped back up in trip. He handles five or six furlongs on soft, good-to-soft and the all-weather, but his form has tailed off and a first-time visor plus a trainer in poor form make it difficult to call him a likely improver today.
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Paul Mulrennan 14%Bryan Smart 12%210102No signal4/1 9/2 4/1Back to form when a close second here last time off today's exact mark, Beale Street is well treated on his all-weather efforts and has shown he handles turf at this course. He usually comes from off the pace and is effective at six or seven furlongs on a sound surface; our figures put him clear and another competitive effort looks likely.
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Cieren Fallon 18%Jack Jones 12%77-660No signal10/3 3/1 11/4Down the field again at this course on most recent outing and the form has been consistently weak across five starts; first-time cheekpieces are the hook but the evidence suggests she is yet to find suitable conditions. Hard to recommend at this stage.
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76-98No signal66/1 FCST 50/1Beat The Odds was far too keen in front when stepped up in trip on handicap debut and was beaten seven lengths; her figures reflect a filly yet to show any real aptitude. She acts on the all-weather and handles this trip, but without a more encouraging performance she is one to watch from afar for now.
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Scott Dixon 7%156431No signal11/2Bella Bisbee landed a handicap here twelve days ago, settling much better than she had in previous runs, but is now off an elevated mark. She handles seven or eight furlongs on a range of surfaces and the course form counts for plenty; the concern is that her revised rating leaves less room for error.
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Alexandra Egan 14%David Simcock 14%23-141No signal6/4 5/4 3/2Took a handicap at Bath last time by four lengths off a 6lb lower mark with something in hand — Belle Amie has two wins in her last five, acts on good and all-weather, and has been generally consistent. Up in mark here, but she has earned the right to be taken seriously.
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Harry Bannister 13%Ben Case 11%31568-No signal16/1 14/1 16/1Below form on her last couple of outings — well beaten at Huntingdon most recently — having not threatened despite appearing to have conditions to suit. Consistent earlier and acts around 3m on a sound surface, but now returning from a 236-day absence. First-time blinkers are added but much improvement needed.
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Chris Dwyer 14%332145No signal13/2 6/1 13/2Landed a handicap here three starts back off a 4lb lower mark; handles this course, distance and going well and remains on the same mark now. Last two runs have been below that level, including a fifth beaten 4 lengths last time, so needs to find that earlier form again.
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Billy Loughnane 18%S. P. C. Woods 12%5-2253No signal5/1 3/1 9/2Placed at Yarmouth just eight days ago, beaten three lengths off this mark, and he acts on today's course, distance and going — Betelgeuse is consistent enough and tries first-time cheekpieces. Yet to score in his last five starts, but the mark still looks fair.
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5490-7No signalSP 25/1 28/1Well beaten at Lingfield last time, the latest in a run of below-par efforts — Big Alex Walmsley acts at 7f on a sound surface but his mark has been easing and he has not found the answer in his last five starts. Needs more to be competitive here.
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William Buick 25%04No signal8/13 8/11 4/7Binmalk shaped with promise on his latest start, finishing fourth beaten three and a quarter lengths at Doncaster — a clear step forward from his debut. He acts on good to firm going and if he can learn to leave the stalls more cleanly, the scope for further progress is clear. He remains without a win but has the profile of a horse who can build on those two runs.
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Clifford Lee 17%James Tate 19%4No signal22/1 16/1 20/1Showed promise on debut when 6 lengths fourth at Redcar — not disgraced for an A'Ali filly who should be better suited to 5f than longer trips. Acts on good to firm and should improve on that initial effort; a mid-division shout in a large maiden field.
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David Egan 14%Mark Rimell 12%43-653No signal7/2 3/1 7/2Well treated according to the form figures and wearing a first-time tongue-tie, Black Endeavour finished third here off a mark one pound higher last month. He is effective at six or seven furlongs on a range of going and, while he may be an exposed sort, his mark is workable and he looks a genuine contender for a place.
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Jack Quinlan 15%Neil King 22%432-44No signal28/1 12/1 25/1Well beaten when tried in a visor at Fakenham last time, a run that reads as out-of-character given her earlier consistency — placed three times in five starts including some solid efforts. Effective over around 2m-2m2f on good ground; a bounce back is needed and the visor experiment is shelved today.
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Tom Eaves 8%5-0006No signal40/1 25/1 40/1Blind Beggar was beaten nine lengths at Ripon last time and appeared to down tools almost immediately; he is not the force he once was. He wears first-time blinkers, handles any going and remains potentially capable over five to six furlongs, but his recent record demands a significant bounce-back before he can be considered a likely winner.
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Danny Gilligan 11%Cian Collins 9%6745-1No signal13/2 3/1 6/1Won a handicap chase at Kilbeggan 26 days ago, going clear by 2½ lengths off a mark 10lb lower; effective over 2m-2m6f on heavy and yielding ground, and today's conditions look suitable. Now in first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces, having been frustrating at times; that win may have provided the confidence to build on.
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080406No signal20/1 22/1 20/1Beaten six lengths at Down Royal a week ago, his form has been patchy and he sits 13lb below his last winning mark. First-time blinkers add a question, though he acts on the going and has distance form; his inconsistency makes it hard to rely on him in a field this large.
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8774-7No signalSP 8/1 9/2Has struggled to make his presence felt in recent starts, beaten well in a hurdle here last time despite appearing to have conditions in his favour; improvement is clearly required and he needs decent ground around 2m. Hard to make a case until he shows his true colours.
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Tom Marquand 16%S. P. C. Woods 12%0-2443No signal11/2 9/2 11/2Placed at Lingfield over 10f last time and consistent in recent starts — Booziebrunch is effective at 7f to 10f and acts on a sound surface, with first-time blinkers and a significant jockey booking adding to his claims. Yet to score in his last five, but he is on a mark that keeps him competitive.
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Ray Dawson 14%Roger Varian 20%1-13No signal5/1Botagoz has two wins in her last three and her trainer has a strong record in this race. She handles all-weather and the trip looks set to suit her better as she steps up in distance — the most promising angle for a filly that her connections believe has more to come. Her last run at York saw her beaten into third after being out-kicked, finishing with running left, which bodes well.
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Ivan Furtado 10%17-565No signal33/1 18/1 33/1Bowood tends to come from off the pace and handles a sound surface over seven to eight furlongs, but he remains well above his last winning mark and his latest effort at Doncaster saw him briefly threaten before fading to a seven-length defeat. He has plenty to find if the handicapper is to be beaten here.
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David Rees 9%45No signal125/1 50/1 80/1Has failed to build on her debut, running below that level when stepped up in trip at Newton Abbot most recently — held comfortably on both hurdles starts. Likely to find her level in handicap company and a big ask at this stage.
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223094No signal18/1 16/1 18/1First-time cheekpieces for a hold-up type who was fourth at Cork 38 days ago and usually finishes with late running from the rear. Effective at seven to eight furlongs on heavy and all-weather and his mark is easing; draws at stall 1 on the inside of a large field which could help if he gets a clear run.
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Rob Hornby 12%Jonathan Portman 13%148-22SSteamer Whisper 1 signal9/2 7/1 7/2Placed at Lingfield last time, beaten one-and-a-quarter lengths off a 1lb lower mark, and has a win to her name in recent starts — Brisk Symphony is effective over this distance and handles today's going. She sits in mid-division on our figures and would need an improved effort to take this.
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James Doyle 21%George Boughey 18%42No signal13/8 8/11 31/19Second on her turf debut at Salisbury twelve days ago, Brunhilde came through that experience in good shape and looks to have more in reserve over this extra distance. She is effective on all-weather and a sound surface suits, and our rating has her clear at the head of the market. Trainer out of form is the one reservation.
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41-292No signal6/1 11/2 6/1Call To Action was beaten a head in second at Hamilton last time, running to a high level in first-time blinkers, and those are retained today. He has taken races over five and six furlongs on a sound surface and the form from Hamilton puts him squarely in contention here; the main risk is a continuation of his previous erratic form before that recent upturn.
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Conor Whiteley 15%Brian Ellison 10%155767No signal9/4 10/3 2/1Callianassa has course-and-distance form — she took this race last year — and returns to a venue where she clearly goes well. Her latest run at Ascot came off a mark higher than she carries today and she ran to a reasonable level under a positive ride. A wide draw is the single flag, but her overall profile and the drop in mark make her a genuine contender.
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R. P. Cleary 6%1-9808No signal16/1 12/1 16/1He has a win on his record and his mark is easing, but was well held at Limerick last time from off the pace in a handicap at eight furlongs. Mark easing but he needs to find a good deal more to make an impact here; recent form has not been encouraging.
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Chris Dwyer 14%8-0124No signal9/2 4/1 9/2Landed a race at Windsor three starts ago off a mark 11lb lower; has run with credit at 5-6f since and acts on most ground. Last time out she was below her best stepping up to 6f and beaten 4 lengths off today's mark — the key is whether she can bounce back to that earlier winning level.
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0-6250No signal18/1 14/1 16/1Canon's House enjoys front-running and handles the all-weather, but he has not placed in his last five and went too hard at Goodwood last time, stopping sharply after hitting the front too soon. He remains on a demanding mark and his inconsistency makes him a difficult proposition to recommend in a competitive field.
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56-707SSteamer Whisper 1 signal20/1 25/1 16/1Out of form at Fairyhouse last time, beaten nine lengths at ten to twelve furlongs; he needs a bounce-back and acts on a sound surface. The first-time blinkers could be the hook but recent outings have not encouraged confidence.
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Catalani20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBAJack Foley 11%—No signal12/1The circumstances of his last chase win need context — a late faller gifted him the prize by 25 lengths — so the form offers little reliable evidence. He is off a short break but hard to recommend on Flat debut in this company on that basis.
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Brian Hughes 19%James Moffatt 13%23P-22No signal9/4 5/2 2/1Back in form and on a fair mark at Cartmel, where he set the pace and went down by only a length last time, clearly effective around 3m on this ground. Now fitted with first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces, and the handler has a strong record in this race. Yet to get off the mark over fences, but the profile suggests another bold show.
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T G McCourt 7%7-1147No signal14/1 16/1 14/1Seventh on his latest start off this mark and effective at nine to fourteen furlongs on soft, good and all-weather with two successes in recent form. He has won at the distance and going and can be involved down in trip, though his last effort was uninspiring.
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Danny McMenamin 15%Nicky Richards 17%3323-2No signal7/2Five placings in five recent starts speak to her consistency, and she stepped forward again when second at Cartmel last time — a solid effort that looks good form at this level. Handles today's going and trip well and an opening handicap mark of 100 could prove kind; clearly the one they all need to beat.
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324No signal7/2 11/4 10/3Fourth in his most recent start over thirteen furlongs and placed twice before, he is effective at ten to thirteen furlongs on a sound surface. A first-time tongue-tie added and the drop to ten furlongs looks fair; he could go close if his stamina question over a shorter trip is answered.
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W. M. Lordan 16%W. McCreery 9%373-6No signal28/1 FCST 25/1Sixth at Down Royal last time over a longer trip he failed to see out, and below form in recent outings, he wears a first-time visor and brings distance and going form. He needs to bounce back after a poor last run; the headgear change is the hook, but the evidence still leaves a question mark.
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Nicola Burns 7%G. O'Leary 11%701-59No signal22/1 18/1 22/1He landed a race three runs ago and acts on cut ground and at six to eight furlongs, but was beaten eight and a quarter lengths at Roscommon most recently and needs to bounce back. Draws very wide at stall 21; a return to his winning form is needed and the draw makes things harder.
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Shay Farmer 8%Seb Spencer 8%-45702No signal14/1 10/1 14/1Chuzzlewit finished a close second off a fractionally lower mark over this course and distance last time and his mark has been edging down. He handles a sound surface over seven to eight furlongs and his trainer is in form; form has been up and down, but the latest run was his best in some time and he is entitled to go well here.
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R. P. Cleary 6%Emmet Mullins 14%02629-No signal18/1 14/1 16/1Well beaten in a hurdle most recently where he raced lazily and was out of his depth, returning off a break and effective at twelve to sixteen furlongs on a sound surface. At best he could pick up a minor placing but recent form has not been encouraging.
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Harry Skelton 26%Dan Skelton 22%/311-3No signalevn FCST 10/11A point winner with two hurdles wins in her last four, she shapes as though this step up in trip will suit, having found 2m1f on the sharp side on her rules debut when third at Newton Abbot. The trainer is in sharp current form and she looks capable of going one better over a more suitable distance.
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—No signal20/1 22/1 18/1A filly by a speedy sire out of a moderate eight-furlong dam and half-sister to a useful five-furlong performer, the trainer is in form. She faces a tough task on debut from this profile, though the yard is capable; one to treat with caution without more evidence.
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Shane Foley 11%5-5430No signal8/1 6/1 7/1Consistent at seven to eight furlongs on soft and good but has not stayed home when tried over a mile most recently in first-time cheekpieces at Cork. A bounce-back is needed; if he settles better over the drop in trip, his prior placed efforts mark him as a genuine threat.
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56P30-No signal33/1 18/1 33/1Off the track for over seven months and well beaten at Hereford on his last start, finishing down the field without ever figuring; the form looks propped up and the long absence adds uncertainty. Acts on good ground over two miles but has plenty to prove on his return.
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Daniel Tudhope 18%David O'Meara 13%6-7084No signal4/1 3/1 4/1A top course trainer has Come On Over, who improved to fourth here on his most recent start — his best effort for a while. A first-time visor is applied, he handles five to seven furlongs on soft, good, and all-weather and needs to build on that latest form; still seeking a handicap breakthrough but the trend may be turning.
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Kaiya Fraser 12%James Fanshawe 18%53No signal15/2 6/1 15/2By Twilight Son out of a dam bred for 6/7f; ran similarly to her debut when 5 lengths third at Pontefract most recently, and top connections suggest she is worth another chance. Acts on good and AW; the market expected better last time but she is not without ability over this trip.
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William Carson 10%843964No signal9/2 2/1 9/2A veteran well below his last winning mark but put in his better recent effort here last time, beaten 3 lengths in fourth; acts at 5/6f on a sound surface and the C&D form is the main positive. First-time tongue-tie and he rates ahead on our figures, though he needs more to suggest a win is forthcoming.
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TBAH Rogers 10%747-83No signal22/1 18/1 22/1Third at Leopardstown most recently, beaten five and a half lengths over nine furlongs, and acts at nine to ten furlongs on heavy and good. He can build on that effort which was his best recent run; yet to score in recent starts but the form is consistent enough for a chance here.
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Callum Rodriguez 20%Edward Bethell 17%811-33WHTW Whisper 1 signal5/2 3/1 9/4Corolla Point has taken two wins from his last five, most recently running to a high level when beaten two and a half lengths at York — form that has since been upheld at the very top level. He stays the trip and acts on any surface; the only brief reservation is that he faces a competitive handicap mark from stall four.
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/3F4-4No signal4/1 11/4 4/1On a fair mark given his hurdle form and unexposed over fences, with first-time cheekpieces worth a chance; ran to his level on chase debut at Worcester, faring best of those held up when fourth beaten 10 lengths — he simply had too much to do from back in the field that day. Yet to score in his last four but the potential in this discipline remains.
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46442-No signal28/1He is back on his last winning mark after a 239-day absence and usually races from the rear; form at nine to eleven furlongs and acts best on all-weather. A first-time tongue-tie is added; he ran to his current form at Southwell last time but the track switch and lengthy layoff are both questions.
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H. J. Horgan 8%Ross O'Sullivan 10%356No signal28/1 28/1 25/1Down to debut-level form at Gowran Park last time, beaten seven lengths in a maiden over nine furlongs. The move to a mile and a half on handicap debut could unlock more; he is effective around nine furlongs on soft and yielding, and there is a case to be made if he takes to the longer trip.
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Stevie Donohoe 12%Charlie Fellowes 11%—No signal28/1 14/1 28/1Unraced Ardad filly out of Polight, a dam closely related to several winners; half-sister to a useful 6f performer and has reasonable pedigree credentials. Probably best kept in mind for future outings rather than backed on debut in a large field, though a debut run of note would not be a surprise.
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1353-1No signal15/8 FCST 32/17Took a handicap here by five lengths last time off a mark 8lb lower, and she is progressive on good ground over this sort of trip. Now 8lb higher than for that success, so needs to find a bit more, but this course clearly suits and the upward curve is hard to dismiss.
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Dale Swift 8%Adrian Keatley 15%—No signal18/1 10/1 14/1A well-bred half-brother to a useful performer, Cullinan Wolf is a debutant by a son of Oasis Dream who cost a fair sum at the sales. The stable tends to give its horses time to mature, so first-run ability is uncertain — the dam's smart form over ten furlongs is a pointer that he may appreciate further in due course.
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A. J. Martin 7%45-000No signal80/1 50/1 66/1Ex-French and placed at Listed level on the Flat, but he has been struggling since joining a new yard and was well beaten in a hurdle most recently at Listowel, having been outpaced and unable to get involved. The pedigree suggests ability but his current form on Irish soil is uninspiring.
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Rob Hornby 12%Des Donovan 8%-93313No signal7/2 FCST 10/3Placed at 9f last time, beaten three-and-a-quarter lengths off a 1lb higher mark than today, and has a win two starts back — Daretobedifferent is consistent and effective over 1m to 9f on soft and good to firm. A drop to 8f and a lower mark are both in her favour and she is a real danger.
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Tyler Heard 7%0-2005No signalSP FCST 22/1Yet to score in his last five starts but returned to 7f here last time and finished within 2¼ lengths off a mark only 1lb higher than today's; effective at 6/7f on a sound surface or AW. First-time tongue-tie applied, back down to a mark he has previously been competitive on, though consistency remains a concern.
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J. P. Murtagh 11%09-011No signal4/1 7/2 4/1Two wins in a row including at Leopardstown off a lower mark, with first-time cheekpieces added here. He has been progressive over twelve furlongs on a sound surface and the trainer is in form; continuing that upward trend is very possible.
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George Bass 12%Jack Channon 14%7No signal8/1 5/1 13/2Seventh on debut at Bath, Dark Angel Light had every opportunity and was beaten four and a half lengths in a novice, shaped reasonably for a first start. Bred for around six or seven furlongs, she should take a step forward from the experience, making her a live threat as she learns the ropes.
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/59-21No signal5/1 11/4 5/1Took a maiden point by eleven lengths at Chaddesley Corbett most recently and arrives with fresh energy; effective over two and a half miles and the first-time cheekpieces could sharpen her up. The chase form under rules needs to be left behind but the pointing win is a genuine foundation.
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Joe Leavy 11%Jack Jones 12%—No signal9/1 8/1 17/2Debut Showcasing filly out of Carolinae, a smart 7f performer, and half-sister to useful performers at 5f and 7f; the pedigree suggests eventual ability but a first-time effort in this large field makes her an unlikely mover. Probably needs the experience before showing her best.
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Oisin Murphy 22%2315-4No signal10/3 11/4 3/1Fourth on his reappearance at this course, his best work came late and a first-time headgear combination is applied. Effective at twelve to fourteen furlongs on a sound surface, his maiden form has been franked at high level and he is capable of better — the reappearance run suggests he is ready to progress.
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John Berry 10%123P-4No signal7/2 11/4 7/2Took this race in 2022, 2023 and 2025, and bids for a fourth success in a race run in his honour — Dereham is suited by today's distance on a sound surface and usually delivered from off the pace. A pleasing reappearance at Yarmouth over a shorter trip last time, and the step back up in distance is very much in his favour.
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-99055No signal25/1 22/1 25/1He ran to his recent form at Naas last time, beaten three lengths off this mark. He acts at ten to twelve furlongs on heavy and good and runs just two days after his previous outing, which is unusual; first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces are added. Hard to be confident, though his recent form has been honest.
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Luke McAteer 8%David Marnane 10%38No signal50/1 33/1 40/1Third on his debut and with distance and going form, the step back up from five furlongs looks a clear positive after a below-par effort at Navan where he failed to get involved from off the pace. Effective at six furlongs on soft, he should be more competitive at this trip; a genuine threat.
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Adrian Murray 14%36/60-No signal66/1 40/1 66/1Returning from a 277-day layoff and well beaten most recently when left with too much to do, he has form at the distance and going but there is plenty to prove after such an absence. Hard to make a strong case without more recent evidence, and the form in his last four runs has been patchy.
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William Buick 25%Charlie Appleby 33%1123-3No signal8/11 2/3 8/11Dominant on her figures and a winner of this race 12 months ago, Diamond Rain carries a formidable profile into this. She placed at the top level in North America last year, and while her latest run at York fell a little short, the stronger pace she ideally wants was absent there. Back on a surface she handles and at a trip that suits, she is the clear one to beat.
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Jason Watson 13%Iain Jardine 12%222765No signal14/1 11/1 12/1Wearing a first-time hood, Dingwall showed promise in a sequence of placed efforts earlier in his career but has been below par in recent outings, beaten over six lengths at Musselburgh last time. He is effective at eight to ten furlongs on a sound surface and there is residual ability here to consider, but current form is a barrier to confidence.
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Saffie Osborne 14%15/5U-No signalSP FCST 18/1Lost the rider at this track on his most recent outing 263 days ago and needs to prove fitness after that lengthy absence; does handle the distance and acts on a sound surface. Rated on a workable mark and the trainer is in good form, but a lot to take on trust first time back.
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1U3P-5No signal13/2 9/2 13/2Ran to a point at Bangor last time but was comfortably held, with the run appearing to be needed after a break; acts on sound ground around 2m and should come on considerably for that outing. First-time tongue-tie is added today; not one to rely on to outperform but a place is not out of the question if he steps forward.
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Tim Vaughan 10%6146-7No signal22/1 14/1 20/1Failed to see it out at Southwell last time, beaten eight lengths, well below his best after a long break — Double Time has winning form in the book and acts on soft and all-weather, and first-time hood and tongue-tie may help him put his best foot forward. A bounce-back is needed.
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James Davies 8%3No signal33/1 14/1 33/1Placed on debut in a maiden point at 3m, carrying a hint of ability over the larger obstacles, and that distance experience translates reasonably to the hurdles code. However, she is now switching codes without a win to her name and faces more exposed rivals.
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P. J. McDonald 14%Ed Walker 16%314-11WHTW Whisper 1 signal15/2 9/2 15/2Three wins in her last five mark Dreamasar out as an in-form filly on an upward curve, most recently landing a Listed prize at Haydock by half a length last month. She acts on all-weather and handles this trip; the concern is how she measures up stepping into deeper water against a rival who has already proved herself at a higher level.
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Danny Gilligan 11%Cian Collins 9%P2-84No signal11/2 9/2 5/1Fourth at Ballinrobe last time, dropped to 2m, suggesting he found the trip on the sharp side; returning to a longer distance could see him travel better. Yet to win under rules but his debut effort hints at ability; a cold trainer record in recent weeks is the concern.
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Nigel Tinkler 11%20-500No signal18/1 20/1 16/1Out of form in recent outings, with four blanks in his last five starts, Duran looks hard to fancy despite the handicapper cutting his mark. His trainer has a strong record in this race, which is worth noting, and he remains effective at six furlongs on any ground — but consistent form figures are needed before he can be relied upon.
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James Moffatt 13%22-067No signal9/1 14/1 8/1Pressed on too aggressively last time and was beaten 8¼ lengths here over hurdles; the form this year has been below par and first-time cheekpieces are added. Remains on a mark that may not be completely unfair, and stays a range of trips.
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Jack Cleary 8%Ross O'Sullivan 10%9419-3No signal10/1 10/1 9/1She ran to form at Leopardstown last time, beaten two lengths off a slightly higher mark in her most recent placed effort. She has landed a race and acts at seven to eleven furlongs on good and all-weather; a step up to twelve furlongs is well worth trying and she can be competitive.
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Chris Hayes 10%8No signal66/1 50/1 66/1Well beaten on her Leopardstown debut at seven furlongs, she has scope for improvement stepping up to a mile. The form is limited and she has plenty to find, but there is reason to think she can take a forward step with the longer distance in her favour.
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Stevie Donohoe 12%John Ryan 9%2-5549No signal18/1 14/1 16/1Winless in recent starts and was beaten 6½ lengths in a higher-grade race at Windsor last time — a tough ask that run; form has been inconsistent and acts at 6/7f on a sound surface. First-time cheekpieces and a drop back in class, but needs to find some consistency to feature.
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Jack Mitchell 16%Roger Varian 20%3-2317No signal7/4 5/2 5/4Won in handicap company on her previous outing but was well below that level last time, beaten 7 lengths at Pontefract — a run the market clearly did not expect. In good form before that blip and acts at 5/6f on a sound surface; needs to return to her winning level on this second handicap start.
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Elman20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBA740-0No signal20/1Well beaten in his last four runs including at the last in a hurdle most recently, he is off a short break with plenty to prove. He has form at a mile on good going but there is much to overcome; the recent form makes it hard to be positive.
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Darragh Keenan 10%George Scott 20%5No signal10/1 10/1 15/2A debut fifth at Kempton when beaten over nine lengths, Elmfield is a filly bred for seven or eight furlongs who is on a short turnaround after that initial outing. The trainer is in form and she should benefit from having had a run — but plenty more is needed to get close in this company.
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Connor Beasley 13%091771No signal17/2 5/1 17/2Enpassant has been in and out of form, landing a race at Lingfield last time off a mark three pounds lower but with an inconsistent record either side. His revised mark asks more and he handles seven furlongs on good to soft, good to firm and all-weather — but his unreliability means he is not straightforward to trust at this level.
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244-22No signal28/1 20/1 22/1Shaped to his best last time when second in a point at 2m-3m and brings that experience back to the hurdle track for the first time since 2021. Now equipped with first-time tongue-tie and blinkers; stays a range of trips and could have more to offer if the switch back to hurdles suits him.
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Billy Loughnane 18%78-364No signal12/1 8/1 12/1Showed improved form at Lingfield latest, finishing fourth with her best work late, beaten just over five lengths — Eskimo Pie is effective from 5f to 8f and acts on a sound surface. Yet to score in her last five starts, and whether dropping to 6f fully suits is a question, though the distance is not entirely untested.
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James Best 9%P13-30No signal33/1 16/1 33/1Has won over this sort of trip and acts on the going, but was trailing the field at Worcester most recently after being outpaced and never landing a blow; very limited on recent evidence and the first-time visor is a hope. Has shown he can run his race at his best but the profile asks real questions.
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Harry Skelton 26%Dan Skelton 22%56-221WHTW Whisper 1 signal11/4 31/19 11/4Won a novice hurdle at Fontwell last time by a short-head after being produced to challenge at the last, though she did idle in front; the form has been on the up over 2m to 2m3f on a sound surface. The trainer is operating at a strong rate and the mark looks fair given her trajectory.
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Jack Callan 14%George Boughey 18%4-5045No signal16/1 10/1 14/1Winless in his last five outings and was held comfortably at Kempton last time down in trip; back at a more suitable 7/8f and acts on AW but form on turf has been limited. The mark has been slipping but he continues to find reasons to disappoint — first-time cheekpieces are the angle to watch.
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-21040No signal50/1 40/1 50/1Out of form at Lingfield last time, beaten five and a half lengths, he is only 1lb above his last winning mark and returns off a short break with a first-time visor. He draws towards the outside and has been suited by seven to eight furlongs on a sound surface with best recent efforts on all-weather; a return to his best is the key.
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Danny Gilligan 11%Cian Collins 9%0/60-5No signal20/1 6/1 16/1Held up too far back at Wexford last time and failed to land a blow beaten 8 lengths; has the profile to be competitive around 2m-2m4f on most going. First-time cheekpieces are applied today and she might do better if allowed to travel with the pace.
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Sean Bowen 24%Mickey Bowen 16%23P-43No signal3/1 5/1 3/1Ran to his best form here last time, going down by 10 lengths in a handicap chase on this course, and he landed this contest twelve months ago. Progressive during the previous summer and back on the same mark; effective over 3m+ and better on decent ground. First-time blinkers could sharpen him up, though he remains without a win in recent starts.
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Cieren Fallon 18%Michael Appleby 13%-50225No signal6/1 5/1 6/1Below her best last time when beaten 5 lengths at Southwell on AW — needs to show considerably more on turf, which she has not proven she handles. Comes here with first-time cheekpieces having been in acceptable form earlier in the campaign; hard to fancy until she produces something on grass.
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A Oliver 11%310-41No signal5/1 4/1 9/2He landed a race at Gowran Park last time by a short-head and has been in good form across his recent runs. Effective at eight to eleven furlongs on soft and good, first-time cheekpieces could help him maintain his recent momentum; a genuine contender who can go well again.
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Kevin Stott 15%Robert Cowell 13%121256No signal20/1 16/1 18/1Fidelius was below his recent good form when beaten five lengths at Goodwood last time, but in the runs before that he had been in fine order. He front-runs and is best on a sound surface; the all-weather tends to suit him better than turf, and from a wide draw he may find it harder than ideal to dominate. His turf mark has eased but he must bounce back.
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Jason Hart 14%Paul Midgley 11%57-323No signal10/1Fierce has been placing consistently in recent outings and ran to his mark at Beverley last time, beaten three lengths off today's mark. He is effective at five and six furlongs on any going, handles the all-weather and remains competitively placed by the handicapper; a wide stall is the one note of caution. The connections' strong record in this race is a relevant positive.
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Daniel Tudhope 18%David O'Meara 13%-88274No signal9/2 3/1 4/1Formerly trained in France and unexposed in British handicap company, Finlaggan is with a top course trainer and has shown ability on both his recent British runs. He finished fourth at Pontefract last time, beaten two lengths, and his mark looks fair given what he may still have in reserve; tongue-tie fitted for the first time today.
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TBAM A Molloy 7%/74-72No signal12/1She was beaten a neck at Down Royal most recently off a slightly lower mark and ran to form; effective at twelve to thirteen furlongs on soft and good. Her mark looks workable at 59 and she has been consistent; a genuine chance if building on her latest run.
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James Bowen 20%Mickey Bowen 16%9753-2No signal15/2 5/1 7/1Close second at Ffos Las last time in first-time cheekpieces, beaten 1½ lengths off a mark only 1lb lower; that was her best jumping effort to date and she clearly stays 2m4f. A chance once more, though she is yet to score and will need to build on that performance.
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Brendan Powell 11%Clare Ellam 3%P-3324No signal14/1 FCST 12/1Effective at three miles on good ground and placed three times in his last five, generally liking to bowl along in front; first-time cheekpieces applied and this is a course and distance he handles. Well beaten at Southwell last time, dropped back in trip, but that can be set aside.
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Marco Ghiani 16%Marco Botti 16%4-1656No signal18/1 16/1 18/1Gaeli showed his best when taking a win on all-weather tapeta on his stable debut, and switching back to that surface after losing his way in cheekpieces last time is a genuine positive. The new blinkers represent a further change of approach by a yard that believes he has more to offer; the risk is his form since that winning run has been flat.
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Orla Tynan 12%J S Bolger 8%547No signal12/1Well beaten at Roscommon most recently, he is yet to score in recent starts but has been competitive at ten furlongs with cut. The stable has a strong record in this race and he could have a say now on his first handicap attempt.
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Garnetot20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBAGordon Elliott 18%—No signal16/1Returning to the Flat after a below-form hurdle effort where the ground may have been too quick; more is needed here in this company. With a first-time tongue-tie added, he is an unknown quantity and the Flat transition requires more evidence before confidence can be placed.
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Mr O McGill 17%P9/1-0No signal15/2 9/2 7/1Down the field when too free on his return at Wexford last time, suggesting inconsistency; however, he did take a point-to-point at this trip earlier in the year. Now fitted with first-time cheekpieces and returning after 41 days, though his recent jumps form is hard to read positively.
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Sean Levey 13%Dylan Cunha 13%2-3383No signal10/1 7/1 10/1Placed third at Kempton last time in a handicap over this trip, keeping on to be beaten 5 lengths — a solid if unspectacular return; just gets 7f and acts on AW, so the move to turf is a mild query. Consistent enough to be of interest and the late close suggests he could go well if conditions suit.
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Sean Bowen 24%Gordon Elliott 18%3822-8No signal12/1 5/1 12/1Held her form well enough until coming unstuck at Sligo last time, beaten well despite appearing to need the run after 45 days off. Effective over 2m-3m on good ground; first-time cheekpieces are added and she has more to offer if that Sligo run is discounted.
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Harry Skelton 26%2235-1No signal13/8 6/5 3/2Took a maiden at Toomebridge last time by a neck and has since transferred to a powerful yard; the fencing background and point-to-point form give real reason to think she can leave previous rules efforts well behind. Off a short break and the trainer is in form — first-time tongue-tie also added.
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—BBoD Whisper 1 signal4/1 10/3 3/1A 150,000 euros Romanised gelding and half-brother to a high-class eight-furlong performer, he draws wide in stall 13 on debut. The trainer is capable of having a newcomer ready and he merits respect on pedigree, though the draw is a complication; an open proposition on first appearance.
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Miss Nell Biker 17%Edward Bethell 17%429-20No signal20/1 10/1 20/1Glitter Code was a consistent sort until his last start when he raced wide from a poor draw and found himself at a disadvantage; that can be forgiven. He wears a first-time visor and handles any going over eight to twelve furlongs, with the previous form suggesting he remains competitive. The concern is that his last effort, even discounted, showed a sharp decline in his figures.
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Mr O McGill 17%Stuart Crawford 11%74/90-No signal10/1 13/2 8/1Back from a lengthy absence and dropping back in grade, he has shown ability on soft ground at up to 2m over hurdles. A new staying trip may help him find his level, but he has looked below his earlier hurdles form of late and much improvement is needed.
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779-71No signal2/1 31/19 2/1Took a handicap at Southwell last time by one and a quarter lengths in her second run back from a wind operation, vindicating that procedure; she was consistent before her lay-off and remains well treated on her older form. Handles today's going and the first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces give connections another angle.
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Connor Beasley 13%09No signal125/1 50/1 125/1Showing little so far, Golden Harvest was well beaten in both starts and has yet to indicate any real ability on either occasion. He has some speed in his breeding which may offer hope in time, but is likely to need handicap company before getting close to his rivals.
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09No signal150/1Unplaced and ninth in two runs including at Fairyhouse recently, he drops to a mile for a qualifying run and draws wide at stall 11. He improved slightly last time on his modest debut form but nothing in that run suggests he has the ability to be competitive in this calibre of field.
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Mr Henry Main 14%Chris Gordon 13%3/22-1No signal9/4 7/4 9/4Took a handicap hurdle at Plumpton last time with something to spare, winning by 3½ lengths off a mark 8lb lower; has been progressing with each outing and is still open to improvement. Acts on decent ground over around 2m; the higher mark is the main challenge.
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Taryn Langley 10%Dylan Cunha 13%8-8881No signal10/3 7/2 10/3Course specialist who thrives here, particularly over this distance on a sound surface; landed a handicap at this track last time by over two lengths off a 3lb lower mark. He carries a modest penalty but the C&D form is compelling and our figures put him clear at the top.
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Sam Coen 11%06-254No signal16/1 18/1 12/1Fourth at Fairyhouse last time beaten eight lengths and with first-time cheekpieces now fitted, he is effective at twelve to fourteen furlongs on soft and good and can go well again. His mark of 72 looks exploitable and the headgear change could help; his lack of a win in recent starts is the main concern.
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Connor Beasley 13%Charlie Johnston 13%3No signal11/2 11/4 11/2Third on debut at Lingfield, where she was held up and stayed on promisingly despite being tapped for foot, Green Area shapes as though a step up in trip will bring out more. Effective at ten furlongs on good ground, she is a plausible improver and the main danger to the selection here.
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Kyle McHugh 7%462441No signal13/2 4/1 13/2Took a handicap at Wolverhampton last time off a 4lb lower mark, showing a good attitude, and now tries a first-time visor — Green Team acts over today's distance and handles the going. He has more to prove back on turf, but his mark looks fair and he is respected.
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W. J. Lee 16%W. McCreery 9%518-No signal25/1 16/1 25/1She landed a race over six furlongs on good and has been below form since, beaten nine lengths at Gowran Park most recently and returning from a 376-day absence. Better ground here could suit and she has course form at the distance; the long absence from racing is the caveat.
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W. M. Lordan 16%Aidan O'Brien 22%—No signal12/1 11/1 12/1A 375,000 dollars Justify colt out of a dam who was smart at seven furlongs as a two-year-old, he is a newcomer from a trainer who has a strong record in this race. Debut runners from this yard command respect; draws wide at stall 12 but the pedigree and yard give hope.
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Gavin Ryan 8%Mark Fahey 13%1/389-No signal20/1 12/1 18/1He did too much too soon in a chase at Ballinrobe most recently and needs more back on the Flat. He is effective at two miles on a sound surface and has won before; but the recent jumps form is an uncertain guide to his Flat potential and he needs to show more here.
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Rowan Scott 11%Tristan Davidson 15%478816No signal12/1 11/1 12/1Harb took a three-quarter-length win at Carlisle two starts back but failed to build on that last time, beaten over five lengths without threatening. He is an inconsistent sort who handles any going over five furlongs and benefits from a trainer in form; from a wide draw with a patchy recent profile, he is tricky to recommend with confidence.
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Colin Keane 16%A Oliver 11%3No signal13/2 7/1 13/2Third on debut beaten two and a half lengths at Cork, he showed enough promise to suggest improvement with experience. Effective at ten furlongs with cut and off a short break; his stable has landed this race before and there is more to come from a debut third.
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Tom Marquand 16%William Haggas 23%115-23No signal15/8 FCST 7/4Two wins in his last five, stays 7f, and acts on a sound surface — Hardy's Hero shaped well in third at Lingfield on his most recent outing and looks the one to beat here with his trainer in good form. Conditions are ideal and he looks likely to go well again.
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Jason Hart 14%Stephen Hanlon 10%-32490No signal20/1 14/1 20/1Harry The Rogue has a string of consistent efforts but has not placed in his last two, and his latest York outing suggested the trip may have stretched him. He handles soft ground and eight furlongs is his ideal, but he holds no surprises for the assessor at this point and his figures put him towards the bottom of this field.
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F Rohaut 0%66388-No signal80/1 50/1 66/1Below form at Toulouse most recently, well beaten in a handicap after returning from a long layoff. He has been effective at twelve to fourteen furlongs with cut in France but this is his Irish debut and he is an unknown quantity over here. First-time cheekpieces; best watched initially.
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Jason Hart 14%75No signal100/1 66/1 80/1Hawksworth is bred for a mixture of speed and stamina — a sprinting sire, a dam who stayed a mile — but two starts have produced nothing to suggest he has found his level yet. His figures sit at the bottom of the field and the comment on his two starts has been critical; he is up against it and will need a significant step forward.
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Haworth Star20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Jack Garritty 11%Max Young 2%0270-8No signal25/1 20/1 25/1Haworth Star handles the all-weather and has a liking for this course and distance, which is the main angle in his favour. He met trouble at Bath last time and could not find his challenge, beaten six lengths; his form either side of that has been inconsistent. He is best watched here until he gives a clearer signal that the spark has returned.
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Jennie Candlish 17%631506No signal22/1 12/1 20/1He's Our Cracker has taken a race over this trip on the all-weather and wears a first-time tongue-tie today. He was well beaten when stepped up in class at Southwell last time, which can be forgiven in context; his inconsistency, however, is a concern and his figures sit at the bottom of the field. A return to his best would be needed for this handicap mark.
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Barry McHugh 9%64No signal100/1 66/1 80/1Heathers Feather failed to build on a reasonable debut effort when beaten a long way at Redcar last time, and that performance suggested inexperience was still a major factor. He returns after 67 days and has not reproduced his initial showing; until he demonstrates more consistent ability, he is hard to recommend.
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Luke Morris 12%Linda Perratt 10%323613No signal12/1 9/1 12/1Henery Hawk has been running consistently in recent starts, placing at Thirsk last time off the same mark he carries today. He is suited by five furlongs on the all-weather and has taken a race over this type of surface; our figures rank him last in the field, however, and while he may remain competitive, he faces a stiffer task than in the company where he last struck.
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3446-UNo signal12/1 10/1 11/1Exited early at Southwell last time which leaves the form hard to read, but he had been in decent enough shape before that incident and carries a competitive mark at 80; effective at 2m4f to three miles on good or soft and today's trip suits. Yet to score in his last five starts but the official rating leaves room.
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P. Twomey 25%3No signal20/1 18/1 16/1Third on debut at six furlongs after being hampered and showing greenness at Navan, the distance and going form are there and he wears a tongue-tie for the first time. He needs to sharpen up — the margin beaten was wide — but the debut context makes improvement very possible.
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A. Slattery 11%050403No signal11/1 9/1 10/1Third at Limerick last time from off the pace, finishing best of those held up, his form is consistent at seven to eight furlongs with cut. The trainer is out of form but his latest effort was honest and he can be competitive if he builds on that effort; his late-running style suits this sort of race.
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Ben Coen 11%W. P. Mullins 26%0/84-6No signal12/1 10/1 12/1He ran to form last time down in trip at this course, beaten six lengths. He acts at ten to seventeen furlongs on soft, good and all-weather with first-time cheekpieces added; the yard has form in this race but he needs to find more to get involved.
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Jack Mitchell 16%Joseph Parr 12%—No signal33/1 28/1 33/1Unraced Kodi Bear filly out of Beach Wedding, who was smart at 9f, and half-sister to a smart 6f performer and a useful 7f horse; a reasonably well-bred debut runner. A tough ask first time out in this company but the pedigree is credible and she should improve with racing.
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Pat Cosgrave 11%Adam Kirby 12%788-00No signal33/1 20/1 33/1Racing keenly and never landing a blow at Kempton last time, beaten well down the field — Hour By Hour has lost his form of late and sits at the foot of our figures in a competitive nine-runner heat. Effective over 6f but today's stiff mile looks against him.
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Sean Dylan Bowen 11%Chris Dwyer 14%0-00No signal33/1 20/1 33/1Little to work with across three starts, all well beaten and without finding conditions to show ability; first-time cheekpieces are the main angle but the form figures give scant cause for confidence. Probably needs more time to develop before she can be competitive at this level.
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Michael Bell 13%080-8No signal8/1 7/1 15/2Well beaten in her last four starts and carries a trainer who is out of form; visor applied first time but the form consistently reads poorly and she has yet to show much at this level. Returning from a 66-day absence makes backing her harder still.
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Theo Gillard 12%Harry Derham 20%758-11No signal5/4 Evs 10/11Back-to-back successes and still competitive on his best form despite the 5lb rise; a positive front-running ride at a sharp track suits him and a return to this course and distance poses no concern. First-time cheekpieces worth noting, but everything about his recent form says he is in the right shape to go again.
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Colin Keane 16%Ross O'Sullivan 10%-32208No signal6/1 13/2 5/1Eighth most recently but with a generally consistent profile of three placed efforts in her previous five starts, she has a significant jockey booking and acts at six to eight furlongs on soft, good and all-weather. She ran to form last time and those placed efforts suggest she can go closer.
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Harry Atkins 11%Joey Ramsden 7%P5315-No signal10/1 13/2 10/1Well treated over hurdles on her best form and returns from a 104-day break having encountered issues over fences; effective at three miles in ground with cut and the first-time tongue-tie is a positive move. She set off too freely at Fontwell last time and was held as a result, but the handicapper has brought her back to an attractive mark and a more settled ride makes her interesting.
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Sara Ender 10%16-953No signal12/1 6/1 12/1Inspiring Speeches has taken races over middle distances and has been running back into form, most recently beaten a length at Beverley off today's mark — a solid effort. He acts on any going and wears first-time cheekpieces; stamina for beyond twelve furlongs is unproven, which limits the upside at this trip, but his recent form gives him a genuine case.
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Robert Dunne 8%Robert Stephens 11%02-3No signal6/1 6/1 11/2A Flat winner who has placed twice in three hurdle starts, including third at Aintree most recently where he tired late after a blunder but was not extended — his penultimate run has since been given a boost. Still relatively unexposed in this sphere and there is clearly more to offer in handicap company; yet to score over obstacles but the ceiling is above his current mark.
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Kevin Stott 15%Michael Appleby 13%4-0944No signal12/1 10/1 11/1Intrusively has been placed in his last two but without a win in recent starts; he wears a first-time visor and his trainer is currently cold at 0 from 22. He was busy early at Doncaster after missing the start last time but still managed fourth, and he handles the all-weather; the wide draw and cold trainer stats make it hard to be enthusiastic.
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Invincible Annice20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Barry McHugh 9%9-8980No signal33/1 FCST 25/1Invincible Annice has lost form badly, finishing in the rear in five consecutive starts. She has course-and-distance form from better days and wears a first-time visor; the stable has been successful in this race previously. She is still too far below her previous level to recommend at present, however, and needs to find a great deal more.
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Gavin Cromwell 11%10-281No signal6/1 9/2 11/2He has taken two races including a handicap here, winning by a short-head, and is effective at seven to eight furlongs on heavy and good. A first-time hood and tongue-tie are added; his attitude and course record are strengths and he can build on his latest winning effort despite a 5lb rise.
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Connor Planas 11%-29040No signal9/1 10/1 17/2Irish Nectar wears first-time blinkers and handles the all-weather; his mark has eased again and the trip suits at six furlongs. He was well behind at York last time, though the race tempo there may not have played to his strengths. His figures sit mid-table and a win is still to come, but a better showing is possible if the blinkers sharpen him.
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Jonathan Burke 15%James Owen 18%4264-4No signalSP FCST 10/1Generally ran well before his latest outing, when a below-par fourth at Stratford suggested a reappearance run; stays an extended range including today's trip and acts on any going. First-time visor fitted today and, refreshed, he holds claims if that Stratford effort is discounted.
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9P/5-0No signal100/1 66/1 80/1Ivynator has been out of form in both codes, pulling up on his most recent jump outing and beaten well on his flat return at Hamilton. He wears first-time cheekpieces and handles the all-weather over a mile and a half; his best form is over longer hurdle trips and he has plenty to prove before he can be considered a factor in this class.
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Brian Hughes 19%James Moffatt 13%P474-9No signal11/1 12/1 11/1Consistency has been hard to find in recent starts, and his latest effort here over hurdles — when well beaten despite having chances — does little to inspire. Acts on a range of going and stays up to 3m, but first-time cheekpieces must do the job if he is to become competitive.
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Tom Broughton 11%5/4P2-No signal8/1 6/1 15/2Second beaten two lengths at Cotley on his most recent completed run, a decent effort that shows some ability, with first-time cheekpieces added here; effective over three miles. Yet to make an impact over hurdles proper despite a point win and has questions to answer, but the latest run was encouraging.
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Keiran Burke 13%133405No signal40/1 22/1 40/1Jazzy Baby has been consistent over the all-weather and handled this course and distance when in better form; she has placed on each of her last two starts here. Her latest effort at Salisbury on soft ground saw her held without threatening, the ground there possibly counting against her. Back on the surface where she has shown her best form, she could be competitive.
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Charlie Fellowes 11%62No signal5/1 4/1 9/2Ran second at Leicester on her most recent outing, beaten 2 lengths to step up on her debut display; may have found 7f stretching last time and could do better back at 6f. Acts on good ground and should be competitive here, though more progress is needed to win.
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—No signal50/1 FCST 40/1A Masar gelding whose dam was smart over a mile and a half, Jetpack Jimmy is a half-brother to a moderate performer and arrives for a yard that does not typically show its debut runners at their best. He is worth monitoring once he has run a couple of times and his connections learn more about him, but today he is best treated with patience.
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5No signal40/1 40/1 33/1Beaten eight lengths on debut at Cork over five furlongs, showing some early promise that wasn't enough to suggest a fast jump in class would be straightforward. Effective at five furlongs on soft, he needs to find improvement at a longer trip to get involved.
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Jkr Cobbler20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Jack Nicholls 12%Iain Jardine 12%445734No signal4/1Jkr Cobbler has placed in four of his last six starts and ran to his current form at Carlisle last time, beaten a length off a fractionally higher mark. He handles any going over six and seven furlongs and has been consistent in placings; the main risk is that his first win in some time continues to elude him despite a mark now below his last winning level.
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Billy Loughnane 18%Ian Williams 11%423226No signal5/1 6/1 7/2Out of form over a longer trip at Lingfield last time but had several placed efforts over a shorter distance prior — Jodhpur Blue is effective at 7f to 12f and acts on good and all-weather, and the drop back in trip looks a clear plus. Tries first-time tongue-tie off a short break and should be more competitive here.
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Ben Haslam 14%52173-BBoD Whisper 1 signal6/1 8/1 11/2Showed her ability last time at Sedgefield, travelling well through the race before tiring late as fitness gave way having done plenty early — a strong case that the run was needed after a 99-day break. She has won over today's trip and acts on heavy and good ground; the yard has a fine record in this race and she could be sharper for that comeback.
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Brian Hughes 19%James Moffatt 13%1P9P-6No signal13/2 9/1 13/2Has the form on the board over around 2m5f and best ground; last time at Cartmel appeared to need the run when comfortably held. First-time tongue-tie and blinkers are fitted today and the trip looks right — a chance at best if these aids help him switch on.
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Ryan Kavanagh 11%Ian Williams 11%035-58No signal13/2 FCST 11/2Failed to land a blow at Kempton last time, beaten nine lengths, and not in his best form — Just Typical acts at 7f to 8f on a sound surface and is on what looks a workable mark if he bounces back. Yet to score in his last five starts, and his trainer is out of form with a 4% strike-rate in the past fortnight.
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Mr D McGill 10%8P2-22No signal8/1 7/2 8/1Has been knocking on the door in recent starts, going down by 2½ lengths at Kilbeggan last time despite looking set to prevail at one point. Consistent over hurdles of late and acts on soft and good; now fitted with first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces as connections seek the breakthrough. On a long losing run but the mark is not unreasonable if he can build on his recent hurdles revival.
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Luke Morris 12%Brian Ellison 10%7-3443No signal11/1 13/2 10/1Kanishka has placed in three of his last four and ran to his mark at Carlisle last time, beaten four lengths. He wears first-time cheekpieces, handles a sound surface over this trip and our figures give him the highest rating in the race. His connections have a strong record in this race and, although his trainer is currently cold, he is the likeliest winner here on the form.
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Jack Callan 14%George Boughey 18%433-6No signal12/1 10/1 12/1Winless in her last four starts and our figures rank her last of the eight; beaten well at Lingfield last time when reportedly finding 10f too far, which led to that poor effort. The step back to a mile could help and she acts on the going, but a significant improvement is needed to threaten here.
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Ben Coen 11%J. P. Murtagh 11%2-3245No signal6/1 11/2 5/1Placed three times in recent starts including twice at Gowran Park, he is suited by seven to ten furlongs and acts with cut. The trainer is in form and there is consistency in his record, but he has been unable to convert; the wide draw at stall 12 makes life harder here.
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William Pyle 9%Ruth Carr 12%294040No signal14/1Sent to the front too early when beaten in handicap company at York last time, Kats Bob has shown little in recent starts and his trainer is out of form. A first-time visor is fitted today; he handles this trip and any ground, but needs more than he has been showing.
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0-0113No signal15/2 15/2 7/1Third off 74 last time, a length behind the winner, she has two recent wins and remains on a fair mark — up just 2lb here. Effective at a mile to a mile and a quarter on good and all-weather, she handles turf too and a first-time tongue-tie adds only a mild query. She is the horse to beat.
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Cieren Fallon 18%James Fanshawe 18%-35215No signal3/1 3/1 11/4Took a maiden at Wolverhampton two starts ago, though that was on AW and she was disappointing last time when beaten over 7 lengths at the same mark today. Best form is on the all-weather and the step to turf needs to be proven; needs to recapture her earlier form to be competitive.
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Robert Havlin 15%James Ferguson 14%670-50No signal18/1 FCST 16/1Beaten nine-and-a-half lengths at Newmarket last time and out of form across recent starts — Khuskhas tries first-time blinkers and is effective over 6f to 7f, but sits in the bottom half of our figures. A big step up is required to get involved here.
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102-73No signal5/1 9/2 5/1Third at this course last time in a competitive handicap over fourteen furlongs, finishing with late momentum. The step up to two miles is a positive and he acts on a sound surface; a first-time tongue-tie is added. He can build on his placed effort and is a genuine danger.
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Saffie Osborne 14%Richard Spencer 15%4462No signal9/4 32/17 9/4Produced a career-best effort when beaten just half a length at Sandown last time off a mark 1lb lower than today's; acts on good ground at 7f and connections are in good form. Has scope to improve further and is feared as the main threat here — the half-length margin last time reads well in this company.
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A Oliver 11%—No signal66/1 50/1 66/1An unraced 3,000gns Bated Breath gelding out of a dam smart at twelve furlongs and a half-brother to a useful juvenile, he is not easily fancied on debut based on the purchase price and the strength of rivals in this field. There is ability in the family but it may take time to emerge.
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74-633No signal9/1 7/1 17/2Showed promise on his chase bow at Hexham, travelling well before failing to deliver when it mattered — first-time tongue-tie added here; limited overall under rules so far but that fencing debut gives something to build on. Acts on good ground at three miles.
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Tim Easterby 11%-33426No signal7/1 FCST 13/2Kitsune Power has been placed regularly and handles any going over twelve to fourteen furlongs. His connections have a very strong record in this race, having been successful in two of the last four runnings. He was beaten five lengths at Ripon last time but had been in good form before that; he wears first-time cheekpieces and there is reason to think he can go well here.
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14-517No signal14/1Seventh last time when running to his fair-mark level of 74, a pound lower here with a first-time tongue-tie. He has taken two races over twelve to fourteen furlongs and acts on heavy and good; the conditions suit and he is respected with course experience at the trip.
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Ray Dawson 14%Robert Cowell 13%553070No signal6/1 6/1 11/2Kylian boasts our second-highest rating in the field, acts on all-weather and is at home over this trip, but he has been out of the placings in his last three starts and without a win in his last six. First-time blinkers offer some hope of a revival, though his mark needs to ease further before he poses a realistic threat.
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Connor Beasley 13%Charlie Johnston 13%43422No signal3/1 32/17 3/1Consistent in a short career and proven at this course and distance, La Tosca finished second at Ayr last week off today's rating. She is effective at twelve to thirteen furlongs on all types of ground, handles fast conditions and soft alike, and her competitive mark makes her the one to beat; out in front early is the concern.
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Cieren Fallon 18%William Haggas 23%—No signal11/2 FCST 5/1Unraced Starman filly out of a dam who was very smart at 6f as a juvenile, and half-sister to a very smart 8f performer; the breeding is attractive and the trainer has a strong record at this course. Not impossible on debut — one to keep an eye on in the market.
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04-4No signal11/2 9/2 5/1Placed on each of his last two outings, Lamlash Bay ran to his mark at Catterick most recently when fourth beaten six lengths. He handles the all-weather and good-to-soft, stays six furlongs and looks open to further progress now that he is racing from a handicap mark. A midfield profile rather than the one to beat.
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Brian Ellison 10%/6975/No signal18/1 12/1 16/1Langton Wold has been absent for a very long period and arrives here having last run in a chase at Catterick; he showed ability there before tiring after pressing on too soon. He has sound flat form at this trip on the all-weather and is well treated on his old handicap rating, but he must demonstrate that his ability is preserved after such a lengthy lay-off.
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Charles Bishop 10%Tom Clover 17%2-21No signal7/1 4/1 7/1Took a 6f maiden at Lingfield last time pulling clear late and easing to the line — Lara Antipova brings real potential now entering handicaps and acts on a sound surface over today's distance. Off a short break, she looks open to further progress and is a lively threat.
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Sean Levey 13%Stuart Williams 13%053No signal11/1 10/1 11/1Has been stepping up with each outing, finishing 2 lengths third at Lingfield most recently — a tidy return at this trip; acts on good and AW at 6f and could do well again here. Not the most exposed of the runners with a form line that is trending upwards.
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/293-1No signal5/4 11/10 6/5Took a handicap here last time, the winning margin flattered by a late departure from another runner but the performance was genuine; a 7lb rise for that effort looks manageable given the promise he showed over fences in France and the mark is still fair. Wears a tongue-tie for the first time and acts on this ground.
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Mr O McGill 17%14P-41No signal7/1 10/3 13/2Won a handicap hurdle at Punchestown last time, scoring by 3 lengths off a mark 10lb lower after appreciating a strong gallop; effective around 3m and ideally suited by some ease underfoot. Now fitted with first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces, but he needs to show that win was not track-dependent to hold his own in this company.
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Jack Callan 14%George Boughey 18%9-34No signal11/1 4/1 11/1Fourth beaten 13 lengths at Chepstow on latest outing, a modest return, and needs to find considerably more over today's longer trip; bred to get the distance and acts on AW. Currently the bottom-rated runner here — a place effort would be a step forward.
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Cian Horgan 5%Edward Bethell 17%3No signal10/1 5/1 10/1Leopards Rock showed minor promise in third at Wolverhampton on debut, beaten five lengths while still showing inexperience early in the race. He acts on all-weather and should be significantly better for that outing; a trainer who is currently out of form is a note of caution, but the step forward expected from a first run makes him a leading contender here.
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Chris Hayes 10%9-0905No signal17/2 7/1 17/2Fifth at this course last time over a mile, beaten six lengths, she returned to form at the trip and acts at a mile to ten furlongs on good and all-weather. Her mark looks fair and she could find her way into the places if the pace sets up right; not uncompetitive for this field.
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W. J. Lee 16%Jack Foley 11%531-96No signal12/1 11/1 12/1She has a win and placed effort at this course and ran to form here last time beaten four and a quarter lengths; effective at seven furlongs on yielding and all-weather. She tends to set the pace and stamina may be tested at the longer trip, but her course record is a genuine asset.
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Mr James Murray 14%Ben Haslam 14%3/31P-No signal9/2 13/2 7/2Landed a neck success at Pontefract two starts back before a below-par effort at the track most recently, when beaten 12 lengths; the handler has a good record in this race over the past four years. A bounce back is required and inconsistency is his chief drawback.
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Limbocall20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBAM D O'Callaghan 12%4370-0No signal50/1Out of form most recently at Limerick and well held; effective at a mile on good though all to prove after recent efforts. The form is thin and a significant improvement is needed; hard to recommend in the current state.
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Tom Eaves 8%Ivan Furtado 10%60No signal125/1 66/1 125/1Lineofsuccession was unable to land a blow at Doncaster last time, beaten well down the field in a novice. She has run over today's trip before and handles the all-weather; there is a suggestion from her connections that she might benefit from racing further forward, and a longer trip may eventually suit. For now, there is a performance owed before she can be fancied.
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Little Beck Annie20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Mark Winn 11%Peter Niven 14%764-71No signal11/2 3/1 11/2Little Beck Annie broke through at Carlisle last time, taking a handicap by one and a half lengths in first-time cheekpieces — those are retained today. She is effective at six furlongs and remains lightly tested in sprint handicaps; a trainer in good form adds confidence. The concern is a five-pound penalty for that win which demands more from her here.
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A. McCann 8%-23354No signal12/1He ran to form last time at Musselburgh, beaten one and a half lengths off a higher mark, but generally consistent with placed efforts at seven to eight furlongs on good to firm and all-weather. He is off a short break; a level run here would make him competitive, though he is yet to score in recent starts.
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Andrew Mullen 10%Iain Jardine 12%612104No signal8/1 13/2 8/1Little Mi Mi was switched at Ayr two runs back but still managed fourth when beaten a length — a tidy performance off a mark just a pound above today's. She has taken two races in her last six and handles good and all-weather going; with her mark edging down and the surface suiting, she is capable of a placed effort if everything clicks.
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Kielan Woods 14%7-3No signal11/1 9/1 11/1Third on point debut at Necarne, a run that has since been given substance by a bumper effort; yet to score under rules but the raw ability is there and she can make a mark over hurdles. Still lightly raced and the room for further progress is the key draw.
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Sean Bowen 24%Gordon Elliott 18%02-21WHTW Whisper 1 signal8/13 8/13 4/7Finished with purpose to get off the mark over course and distance 34 days ago, winning a maiden hurdle by 3 lengths. Carries a penalty here but has already shown he handles this track and trip; effective on a range of going. The one to beat.
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3-7867No signal25/1 18/1 25/1Seventh on his most recent start and sixth in his previous run, he has found it hard to get competitive at a mile to ten furlongs. He has plenty to find now in handicap company and the form does not point to an imminent improvement.
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—No signal50/1 33/1 40/1An unraced 10,000 euros Alkumait gelding out of a dam useful at eight furlongs and a half-brother to a useful five-furlong juvenile, he is likely to need this run and looks to be one for later. The pedigree suggests sharp speed rather than a mile trip as the ideal medium-term target.
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Dylan Hogan 11%S. P. C. Woods 12%463-77No signal12/1 8/1 12/1Winless in recent starts and yet to fire this term, Lordsbridge Grey was well held at Brighton last time. He handles seven or eight furlongs on soft, good, and all-weather surfaces and there is a hint of ability in earlier form, but the current poor run of results makes him hard to trust.
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Sam Coen 11%A. Slattery 11%5-2No signal2/1Down in trip when second at Gowran Park 37 days ago, he travelled well before going down by three-quarters of a length and the return to a mile or further looks sure to suit. Effective at eight to nine furlongs on heavy and good to yielding; the inside draw at stall one is a minor concern.
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Pat Cosgrave 11%Adam Kirby 12%9-0No signal80/1 80/1 66/1Made no impression at Windsor last time, beaten out of sight, and has yet to show clear signs of ability across two starts — Love Me Bae faces two rivals with stronger claims here and has all to prove. Hard to make a case for her at this stage.
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Mr Henry Callan 31%James Ferguson 14%9560-9SSteamer Whisper 1 signal5/1 13/2 7/2Luan is bred to stay and wears a first-time tongue-tie; he is effective at this distance and handles the all-weather. His recent starts have all resulted in modest finishes, however, and he was beaten six lengths without threatening at Wolverhampton last time. The assessment suggests he has more to offer, but significant improvement is needed in handicap company.
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Cieren Fallon 18%William Knight 14%12-524No signal6/5 5/6 11/10Fourth at Sandown last time beaten 3 lengths, a performance largely in line with his best; handles the trip well and acts on good ground. Our figures rate him as a clear danger and he could easily bounce back into contention, though course experience over this particular track is limited.
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Luke Catton 12%66-931No signal3/1 10/3 11/4Coming down in class at her last start, Magic Music got off the mark here off a mark four pounds lower and is progressive in handicap company. Bred to want longer in time, she handles this trip on fast ground and the course form is compelling — the rise in the weights is the only query against another bold show.
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Alexandra Egan 14%John Berry 10%354-No signal7/1 7/1 13/2A good-natured filly with placed form at this sort of trip, though she has not run since November and was beaten nine-and-a-half lengths in a maiden at Newcastle on her most recent outing — Maith Mar Or is effective at 8f to 10f and acts on good to soft, but sits at the foot of our figures after a long break. Needs to show more.
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Oisin Murphy 22%802120No signal15/2 7/1 15/2Well beaten last time off 71, a pound lower here with a significant jockey booking and a preference for eight to ten furlongs on soft or good to yielding. He has landed a race before and draws at stall 2 on the inside which could help; a bounce-back is needed but he has the profile to do so.
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Ben Robinson 10%Brian Ellison 10%-49443No signal11/1 8/1 11/1Maldevious had every chance at Hamilton last time and was beaten only half a length off today's mark; she now wears first-time cheekpieces and handles the all-weather. Without a win in recent starts, she is not obviously the answer, and her trainer is currently out of form, but her consistency and proximity to the placings suggests she may not be far away.
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Daniel Muscutt 14%Richard Spencer 15%28-666No signal9/1 13/2 17/2The Man has been beaten out of the frame in four consecutive outings and has not featured in a finish since the winter; he returns from a 112-day break and draws a wide stall. His speed figure suggests ability on his best days, but his recent form makes it hard to take a short price and his mark looks stiff for a UK return after poor results abroad.
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Jack Cleary 8%Aidan O'Brien 22%—No signal16/1 FCST 14/1An unraced No Nay Never colt and full-brother to a smart six-furlong performer out of a dam smart at twelve furlongs, this Ballydoyle newcomer can go well on debut. The trainer has a strong record at this course and the colt's profile suggests he is one to take seriously at the first time of asking.
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4-PNo signal33/1 22/1 33/1Showed modest promise when fourth on her bumper debut but pulled up on her next start; the bar is set low under rules. Hard to make a confident case at present and more is clearly required before she becomes a winning proposition.
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8/2236No signal13/2 7/1 6/1Maple was in decent form across both codes until a below-par sixth at his latest appearance, beaten five and a quarter lengths off a mark two pounds higher than today's. He handles a sound surface over nine to ten furlongs; the modest mark can attract a competitive opportunity, but his figures make it hard to recommend him with conviction.
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Finley Marsh 14%Richard Hughes 15%512No signal15/8 31/19 7/4Placed at Windsor last time off a 3lb lower mark and has also landed a win over 6f in his last three — Marengo Storm arrives with momentum and looks capable of improvement stepping up to today's extra furlong. His form is solid at the shorter trip and the longer distance appears to be in his favour.
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Mason Paetel(3) 11%James Owen 18%532364No signal5/1 4/1 5/1Placed at Fakenham on his most recent start at this sort of trip, and acts on good and all-weather — Market House tries first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces and is effective over longer distances. Yet to score in his last six starts, though he has the profile to be involved if the headgear helps.
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Seamus Mullins 11%44P-27No signal12/1 12/1 11/1Well beaten at Stratford over hurdles last time, though placed two starts before that, and her form is inconsistent; barely stays 3m and today's trip is at the outer limit of her range. Hard to recommend ahead of today's better-credentialed rivals.
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Nigel Tinkler 11%392019No signal20/1 11/1 20/1Took advantage of a lower mark at Redcar two starts back but was well beaten back up in class last time, going down by over twenty lengths. He is effective at seven furlongs on a sound surface and his form has been inconsistent; the mark he now faces demands more than he has shown in recent runs.
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The Mediator20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBAGordon Elliott 18%9133-3No signal3/1Consistent recent form with three successive placed efforts including at Listowel most recently over sixteen furlongs, beaten eight and a half lengths. Effective at twelve to sixteen furlongs, he is one of the better horses here and can go well with improvement possible; a genuine contender.
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Miners Gamble20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Ben Robinson 10%Brian Ellison 10%-45968No signal17/2 7/1 17/2Miners Gamble has been below form in recent starts, beaten six lengths at Doncaster last time, and now returns after 90 days off the track. He handles the all-weather and is effective over eight to ten furlongs; this six-furlong trip is likely to be inadequate for him, however, and it is hard to see him competitive at this distance on his current form.
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Gavin Sheehan 22%Jamie Snowden 26%54-2No signal5/2 2/1 9/4Twice placed in bumpers including a solid second at Newton Abbot, beaten just 2.25 lengths on good ground; the step to hurdling over a longer trip looks a logical progression and she handles the going. Yet to score but the bumper form gives real encouragement.
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Barry McHugh 9%-63521No signal9/1 15/2 17/2Miss Rainbow arrives here on the back of a narrow win at Thirsk last time off a mark four pounds lower, so she now climbs into career-best territory. She makes the running and handles any going; the further rise in the weights makes this tougher but she has shown she is in the best form of her career and wears a first-time visor.
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Sean Dylan Bowen 11%Philip McBride 13%50No signal50/1 40/1 50/1A Land Force filly who has struggled to find her footing in two starts, beaten 8 lengths at Nottingham last time; yet to find conditions that suit and needs considerably more over this trip. Hard to enthuse about based on current evidence.
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Harry Davies 13%William Knight 14%005-8No signal13/2 11/2 13/2Has shown very little ability over 7f and 8f in recent starts and the form figures are consistently weak; a low-grade race and she needs a significant step up in her output to get involved. The better opportunities for her are likely to be in lower company.
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T. J. Kent 17%5354-5No signal17/2 6/1 8/1Ran to form here last time, beaten just over 2 lengths off a mark 1lb above today's — not disgraced but tended to be keen throughout; acts on this surface and trip but temperament is the key question. Returning from a 66-day break with first-time tongue-tie and needs to settle better to fulfil the ability he has shown.
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Cam Hardie 6%21-044SSteamer Whisper 1 signal13/2 17/2 4/1Montezin has been running into form and his figures put him mid-table in the field. He ran to his best when beaten four lengths at Doncaster last time off a mark slightly below today's, and he now wears a first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces. He handles the all-weather and course-and-distance form suggests this track suits — the headgear change makes him one to watch.
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Ciaran Gethings 11%75223-BBoD Whisper 1 signal8/1Placed in points and third at Tallow most recently; returning from a break for her rules debut, so the market is the best guide. Experience in points gives her a base to build from but she needs to show she can translate that form to this sphere.
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Stevie Donohoe 12%877-1No signal4/6 8/11 2/3Travelled smoothly through the gears last time to land a handicap by 5 lengths at Southwell, a performance well above anything he had shown before; has the scope for further progress and should stay this longer trip well. Our top-rated runner here — a 6lb higher mark is manageable if he builds on that eye-catching step forward.
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55-344No signal50/1 22/1 40/1Chase debut at Hexham 13 days ago resulted in a 23-length defeat, some way below what his hurdle form suggested he could do. A longstanding maiden under both codes and first-time cheekpieces are now applied; hard to recommend at present.
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1561-8No signal9/4 5/2 9/4Put six lengths into his rivals at this course and trip off a mark 5lb lower penultimate start, showing the track and distance suit well; generally consistent and still relatively unexposed at two and a half miles. Found nothing to recommend him last time at 123 — the visor is new and he drops a pound — so that run needs setting aside.
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Nancee Spain20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBA221-85No signal7/1 8/1 5/1She landed a race at this distance and was twice placed before that at twelve to fourteen furlongs on cut ground, and ran to form last time at Gowran Park in a handicap. Off a short break; she is effective at the distance and going and could have a say again here — the recent form is solid.
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Shane Foley 11%54-2No signal15/2 6/1 15/2Runner-up at Dundalk last time, she is effective at seven furlongs on soft, good and all-weather and there is more to come now handicapping over a mile. She is a hold-up type and the step from seven furlongs to a mile looks to suit; she has shown enough to be respected here.
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J S Bolger 8%241977No signal22/1 16/1 22/1Beaten seven and a half lengths here last time with her best work at the finish from off the pace, she is effective at seven to eight furlongs on soft, good and all-weather. The first-time tongue-tie is an unknown; she has landed a race before and could go better with the right set-up.
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Newyorkstateofmind20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Joanna Mason 12%Ruth Carr 12%0-0268No signal18/1 11/1 18/1Newyorkstateofmind has been an unreliable sort and wears first-time blinkers in a bid to sharpen him up; his trainer is currently cold at 1 from 26. He was far too keen at Wetherby last time and well beaten; he is best at five furlongs on a sound surface, and today's six furlongs on the all-weather asks a question he has not answered in a long while.
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446-30No signal16/1Out of form when unplaced most recently at Leopardstown, this hold-up gelding has been placed in prior form and is effective at eight to eleven furlongs on heavy, good and all-weather. First-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces added; with a cold trainer, he has ability but recent form is hard to assess positively.
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7No signal80/1 FCST 66/1Yet to be placed on his only start, he was well beaten on debut at Fairyhouse where he lacked the pace to make an impact. A drop to a mile for a qualifying run is not obviously to his advantage; effective at ten furlongs on good but the trip change is a question rather than an answer.
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55-620No signal8/1 15/2 8/1Unplaced most recently over seventeen furlongs where he failed to see out the trip, the return to twelve furlongs is an obvious plus. Effective at the trip and capable of getting further eventually; a well-held mark of 74 and the drop back in trip suggest he is not out of it here.
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George Wood 11%Charlie Clover 21%8-2468No signal5/1 6/1 7/2Beaten ten lengths at Ripon last time after a slow start, though he has placed form in the book on a better surface — Norcross Brow acts on good to soft and all-weather and his trainer is in form. Off a short break, yet to score in his last five, and needs a much improved effort.
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Sean Levey 13%Stuart Williams 13%187407No signal12/1Recent turf outings have been weak — beaten 10 lengths at Newbury last time and well below the form he has shown on AW; the mark looks stiff on current grass evidence. First-time cheekpieces are a wild card and he acts on this surface, but a bounce-back of some magnitude is needed.
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Ryan Kavanagh 11%Luke Dace 11%-81227No signal10/3A distant seventh last time, beaten 42 lengths off a 1lb lower mark, and now faces a slight rise in the weights — Now The Eagle needs a dramatic turnaround to factor here. He acts on soft and all-weather but has yet to race on fast ground, which is a concern on today's surface.
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Gavin Ryan 8%4No signal3/1Fourth on debut here, finishing with running left over this distance and going, there is improvement to come if he settles and builds on that debut experience. He is our top-rated runner in the field and the staying-on style suggests he can be more competitive at the second attempt.
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Ryan Kavanagh 11%Ian Williams 11%625354No signal17/2 10/1 8/1Beaten three lengths at Bath last time off a 2lb higher mark, consistent enough in the book — Nuptown Girl acts on a sound surface and has placed form at this sort of trip, but her trainer is out of form with only a 4% strike-rate in the past fortnight. Yet to score in her last six starts and the yard's run is a concern.
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Paul Mulrennan 14%Paul Robson 13%—No signal22/1 14/1 20/1Unraced on the Flat, Orestina makes her turf debut having been well beaten in a bumper at Newcastle most recently — and a fitness question remains after a break. She is effective at two miles on the all-weather but a mare coming from the jumps code may lack the pace to trouble these rivals at this trip.
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Ryan Mania 17%Dianne Sayer 15%223-25No signal9/2 5/1 9/2Outpaced and found wanting at Hexham last time — running 9 lengths behind the winner despite having been in consistent form before that — and the step up in test may suit with a stiffer test sought. She wears a first-time hood today and has been better when allowed to settle. Yet to score in recent starts; can do better if she relaxes.
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Dan Skelton 22%420/1-No signal14/1 11/1 14/1A point-to-point winner on his most recent start, scoring by 3 lengths, and returning after what appears a long absence; effective over 2m-3m and that hurdles experience gives him something to build on. However, he is likely to find this a stern test on his return and fitness is the question.
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Jason Watson 13%Dylan Cunha 13%2-2837No signal7/1Competitive on her best novice form, Overbudget rates at the head of our figures, but has yet to threaten in handicap company. She was well below her best last time at Goodwood in softer conditions — possibly not her ground — and a first-time tongue-tie is fitted. She is effective at five furlongs and may appreciate six; back in her comfort zone today, a better showing looks probable.
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Alex Jary 9%Nigel Tinkler 11%433572No signal9/1 7/1 17/2Paddy's Day took this race 12 months ago and ran with credit at Doncaster last time, beaten three and a half lengths from a fractionally higher mark. He is suited by five furlongs on the all-weather, wears a first-time tongue-tie, and his consistency stands out — though without a win in his last six and an official mark of 87, he asks for another step forward.
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Connor Beasley 13%362205No signal6/1 11/2 5/1Usually held up, Papa Cocktail has a string of placed efforts in recent starts and has previously gone well at six furlongs on this ground. He dropped slightly short of his best last time when beaten three lengths off a mark one pound higher, and a bounce back is needed — though the form suggests he can go close.
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Adam Nicol 16%1153-2No signal10/3 10/3 3/1Went close last time at Market Rasen, beaten only a head off a mark 3lb lower, and has shown she can win off a somewhat higher mark following two previous successes. In sound form and stays 2m4f on a range of going; first-time tongue-tie fitted. A fair each-way chance at least despite being on the bigger side in the weights.
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Wesley Joyce 6%W. McCreery 9%29700-No signal33/1 22/1 33/1She is all to prove back on the Flat after being pulled up in a chase at Clonmel most recently and is off a short break. She is effective at ten to seventeen furlongs on good and soft with a first-time tongue-tie; the jumps form is not a pointer here and the return to the Flat needs a significant step forward.
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Jonathan England 14%Sam England 15%-P1111No signal11/8 Evs 18/13Four wins from his last five starts, including an emphatic 9½-length success at Hexham just five days ago off a mark 7lb lower. Progressive over fences and handles this type of ground; clearly in the form of his life and the first-time tongue-tie should not hinder. The penalty asks a question but his trajectory makes him hard to oppose.
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—No signal17/2 FCST 8/1Debut under rules from a yard that goes well at this course; her dam was a hurdles winner and she is a half-sister to one rated moderate over staying trips, so there is pedigree backing. Unraced to date so there is nothing concrete to assess — the betting is everything.
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Jack Mitchell 16%Roger Varian 20%06-675No signal6/1 13/2 5/1Without a win in his last five starts but the Doncaster run last time flattered to deceive slightly — beaten just 1¼ lengths off this very mark and the form arguably more solid than the bare placing suggests. First-time blinkers on a mark that has been easing; trainer is in form and he should go close, though needs to find more.
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George Bass 12%Jack Channon 14%54-67No signal9/2 9/2 4/1Handicap debut at Yarmouth over seven furlongs yielded a below-par run on softer ground, but Pennine Way showed solid form in maidens at this trip on a better surface. Effective at six or seven furlongs on good and all-weather, she drops back to her right conditions today and may still be ahead of the assessor — a genuine each-way contender.
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027240No signal18/1 14/1 16/1Carrying a first-time tongue-tie and returning to a trip she has run well at before, Phaedra was well beaten at Wolverhampton last time — but that was over a shorter distance in unsuitable conditions. She has been in decent form at longer trips on a sound surface, yet her inconsistency makes her hard to rely on and today's course-distance combination may still feel sharp.
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Billy Loughnane 18%Hugo Palmer 13%523-41No signal11/8 5/6 18/13Took this course and distance last week off a 6lb lower mark with plenty to spare, finishing strongly — Phantom Watch is now up in the weights but conditions are again in his favour and he acts well on this track. Tries a first-time visor; the penalty is the main question under a top jockey.
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David Egan 14%1-0743No signal11/4Top-rated and wearing first-time cheekpieces, Photosynthesis has the form to be competitive here, finishing two lengths off the pace over this course and distance last time. He is well suited to six furlongs on a sound surface and previous form shows he can get the job done; he needs a touch more off this mark but the figures put him ahead.
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P Sweeney 7%4-8804No signalSP FCST 14/1This stable has taken this race before and he has distance and going form, having placed at nine to thirteen furlongs on heavy and good. He ran to form at Leopardstown most recently, beaten seven lengths off a higher mark; still 5lb above his last winning mark and will need to find extra to get involved.
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R. P. Cleary 6%98No signal200/1 150/1 200/1He ran to his debut form at Limerick most recently with another well-beaten effort; the step up in distance may help but two runs have not suggested enough quality to be competitive against these. He needs more time and further opportunities to find his level.
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Playtime20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBAGordon Elliott 18%56196-No signal5/2He ran to form when second in a novice hurdle at Punchestown most recently and has been respected back on the Flat where he is effective at eight to twelve furlongs on soft, good and probably all-weather. He has a win on his record over the Flat and is a credible each-way option.
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Colin Keane 16%G. M. Lyons 16%706-31BBoD Whisper 1 signal5/1 11/2 5/1He landed a handicap here last time over fourteen furlongs, finishing with a good late burst to take the race by one and a half lengths off a lower mark. Effective at twelve to fourteen furlongs with give, the step back up to two miles is appealing and he is respected in this company.
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Travis Ford 0%256074No signal12/1 10/1 11/1Finishing with his best work late off a steady pace at Wolverhampton last time — Poke The Bear acts on all-weather and tries first-time tongue-tie, but his turf form is unproven and he is usually held up. Something to prove on grass, though he carries a competitive weight.
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Tom Marquand 16%Charles Hills 15%4-4311No signal11/2 4/1 11/2Landed back-to-back handicaps at Lingfield, most recently by half a length off a 4lb lower mark — Polka Blue is consistent and acts on a sound surface over today's trip. A significant jockey booking adds interest, though this mark is a step up from her recent wins.
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Hector Crouch 18%203360No signal7/1 8/1 6/1Beaten well at Haydock last time and not in her best form of late — Powdering acts over today's distance on a sound surface but sits at the foot of our ratings and needs to find more. Yet to score in her last six starts.
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Theo Gillard 12%Donald McCain 15%3354-2No signal13/2 4/1 13/2Consistent performer who has placed in five recent starts, including second beaten four and a half lengths in a handicap chase at Kelso most recently; effective over today's distance on good ground and returns on a short break. Connections have taken this race in each of the last two years and he has the profile to continue that run.
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67P-11No signal15/8 FCST 7/4Two successes in her last five including a handicap at Southwell last time off a mark 8lb lower than today, and she showed useful ability on the Flat in France before making steady progress over hurdles. The tongue-tie is new and she carries the penalty — that is the one thing to weigh against her.
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Colin Keane 16%G. M. Lyons 16%01-30No signal11/2 5/1 11/2A winner at this trip with good prior form, she found the mile beyond her last time here but is back at the same trip with a top jockey booking. The latest effort was a setback but prior form at seven furlongs on a sound surface was solid; she can show more here.
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Ben Coen 11%J. P. Murtagh 11%—No signal50/1 40/1 50/1A 50,000 euros Starman colt out of a dam who was fair at seven furlongs at two, he debuts in late March-foaled breeding and is up against stronger types on his first appearance. The trainer is in form, which offers some hope, but he looks outclassed on profile.
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Mason Paetel(3) 11%James Owen 18%775424No signal2/1 2/1 7/4Acts over today's distance and going, stepping back up in trip after a short break, and was never in it from off the pace when beaten three-quarters of a length at Southwell last time — Prince Quattro has placed form to suggest he can go well here. Yet to score in his last six starts, though the extra distance looks a plus.
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Stan Sheppard 16%Ryan Potter 7%366-No signal33/1 14/1 33/1Erratic at the obstacles and held comfortably in a mares hurdle at Wetherby last time, failing to build on a third earlier in the season; off the track for four months now. Can act on soft ground and has shown she is capable of better, but the jumping needs to sharpen.
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Olly Murphy 23%474903No signal12/1 9/1 12/1The Pug is capable off this mark and has been running reasonably in recent starts, most recently beaten one and a half lengths at Chepstow at the same weight he carries today. He acts on a sound surface over ten to eleven furlongs and his trainer is in form; the concern is his inconsistency and a long losing run, but on his day he can go close here.
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Jason Hart 14%Robert Cowell 13%640-44No signal13/2 11/2 13/2Purosangue was beaten only a length and a quarter off this mark at Newbury last time, suggesting he remains competitively placed. He handles all going and the sprint trip suits, though he is yet to convert his proximity to the placed positions into a win in recent starts and his official mark demands more.
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204088No signal16/1 12/1 16/1Well held at Limerick last time from off the pace and his mark has been easing, but three unplaced finishes in recent starts have not suggested a turn for the better. Usually held up over eight to twelve furlongs on soft, good and all-weather; needs more to be competitive here.
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Saffie Osborne 14%Charlie Fellowes 11%578-63No signal11/2 6/1 11/2Finished a close third here last time, her best effort to date, beaten only 1½ lengths at this mark on going she handles; there could be more in the locker if stepped up in trip again. Lightly framed form figures but the upward curve is encouraging and she should not be dismissed.
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Callum Rodriguez 20%Charles Hills 15%7003-8No signal16/1 17/2 16/1Racingbreaks Ryder was well beaten at Chepstow last time in what looked a needed run, and he should step forward from that. He handles any going and seven furlongs suits; there is something to prove, however, as his form over this course and distance has been mixed and his recent record is patchy outside of that one decent placing.
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Conor Ring 7%David Rees 9%2154-6No signal16/1 9/1 14/1Took a handicap chase earlier in the season and held form before his break; the most recent run at Ffos Las was a first run back and that held effort can be discounted. First-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces added, acts on good ground over this trip, but he needs to recapture his earlier form.
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Cieren Fallon 18%12-763SSteamer Whisper 1 signal4/1 6/1 7/2Took a step forward at Lingfield last time, getting closer than before and beaten 3½ lengths off today's very mark; effective at 7/8f on a sound surface and probably at the right level. There are no concerns about conditions and he could go close from his first-draw position.
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Cieren Fallon 18%William Knight 14%60-092No signal6/5 18/13 EvsProduced a career-best effort last time, getting within 2¼ lengths in a classified race at Lingfield — his best run and a sign he may have found his ideal trip at 10f; acts on good ground. The first-time visor appears to have unlocked something and he could build on that performance here.
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Cam Hardie 6%Mark Walford 11%—No signal40/1 25/1 33/1A 20,000gns son of Bated Breath, Rake Lane is a full-brother to a horse who performed at a fair level over a mile and a quarter. His dam was unraced, leaving much unknown about his likely ceiling, and on debut he is likely to need the experience more than the result. Worth noting as one to follow once handicapping becomes an option.
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Sam James 14%Craig Lidster 12%3-No signal12/1 17/2 11/1Third beaten eight and a half lengths on his only start at York, Real Trouper showed enough promise to attract interest and has experience ahead of most rivals here. Stepping back up to today's trip ought to suit him, though the absence of 406 days makes it hard to judge how far forward he has come; he must also prove that debut was not a fluke rather than a glimpse of real potential.
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Jonathon Bewley 12%George Bewley 11%11/R-RNo signal33/1Has the ability — two hurdles wins in recent starts — but has twice refused to race since, most recently at Perth. He needs to rediscover his jumping enthusiasm to be competitive, and that requirement is the dominant question mark.
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3/5755No signal12/1 12/1 11/1Performed to a similar level here last time, beaten around 4 lengths in a handicap on a course and distance he handles; needs to find more now and the form figures have been modest throughout. First-time cheekpieces may help sharpen him but our figures rank him last and a big uplift is required.
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Red Hugh O'Donnell20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBA0105-0No signal22/1 20/1 22/1He has a win on his record and was well held most recently at Limerick from off the pace in a handicap; stamina at the longer trip is to be proved and he is off a short break. A bounce-back is needed and if he settles, his form at a mile on good and with cut offers a hook; not impossible.
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David Egan 14%Roger Varian 20%723-02No signal13/8 18/13 31/19A little better when stepped up to twelve furlongs at Ffos Las last time, Reem Rak was beaten four lengths off today's mark and her trainer is in form. She is bred for middle distances and is suited by additional yardage; another step forward over this longer trip looks achievable, making her the main danger to the selection.
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Edward Greatrex 14%Ralph Beckett 19%12-No signal4/11 FCST 3/10A year off the track since finishing second at Carlisle, Regional Rock sets the clear form standard on his two-year-old efforts and already has a win on the board. He handles soft and good ground and is effective at six furlongs; the fitness question from a long absence is the main caveat — if coming back in good shape, he is tough to oppose.
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R. P. Cleary 6%Josh Halley 4%—No signal66/1 40/1 50/1A 12,000 euros Starman colt and half-brother to a smart six-furlong performer out of a dam useful at nine furlongs, he is likely facing an uphill task on first appearance. The modest purchase price and the strength of rivals here make it hard to be confident at the first try.
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Adam Caffrey 9%C Byrnes 12%0915-0No signal22/1 20/1 22/1Unplaced last time at this course over a shorter trip and well beaten, the step back up in distance is a clear plus and he is effective up to eighteen furlongs on a sound surface. A first-time headgear change; he has won before and can show more over a distance that brings out his strengths.
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Ridgemaster20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Amie Waugh 6%Simon Waugh 5%-80732No signal11/1 9/1 10/1Ridgemaster ran to his form when second in a classified race at Ayr last time, beaten two lengths — his best effort in some time. He has been racing freely when asked to go longer and is better at six to seven furlongs; the form has been erratic but his last two outings have been better. He is yet to score in his recent starts but the direction of travel is encouraging.
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Darragh Keenan 10%George Scott 20%3426-3No signal4/6 10/11 9/17Joined a good yard and ran to the level of his mark on his stable debut at Kempton in March, finishing a length behind the winner off today's rating. Rizal is returning from a break and is effective over a wide range of trips and going; the trainer is in form and a fair mark makes him the one to beat, even if the layoff introduces some doubt.
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Gavin Cromwell 11%421-80No signal33/1 18/1 33/1Out of form at this course last time and in need of a bounce-back, he has a win on his record and acts at twelve to fourteen furlongs on soft and good. A first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces; if the gear change galvanises him he can be competitive, but the recent Curragh effort needs reversing.
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Lewis Edmunds 12%Lemos De Souza 11%—No signal33/1A Space Blues filly out of an unraced dam who is closely related to winners; half-sister to a poor 5f performer, which is not an encouraging precedent. Likely to need the experience of debut racing before showing any worthwhile form — one to watch from the sidelines.
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William Maggs(3) 10%Donald McCain 15%8004-3No signal7/2 7/2 10/3Third at this course and distance last time, building a good position before going far too fast and paying for it in the final stages — the placed run still reads well for form purposes and this track suits him; his stable has taken this race in each of the last two years. Yet to score in his last five but first-time headgear could help him conserve more for the closing stages.
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—No signal28/1 22/1 28/1A 30,000gns Profitable gelding out of a very useful eight-furlong dam and a half-brother to a high-class eight-furlong performer, he faces stronger rivals on debut. The pedigree hints at ability but the competition looks too tough here on first appearance.
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George Wood 11%Richard Spencer 15%0-1111No signal8/13 7/16 8/13Four wins from his last five starts, most recently taking a classified event at Lingfield by two-and-a-quarter lengths, and his trainer is in excellent form — Rockafeller Skank is effective on a variety of surfaces and is clearly in a rich vein. He carries a double penalty now racing off a handicap mark, but the evidence points to him as the one to beat.
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Robert Dunne 8%Sam Allwood 6%/86-2PNo signal7/2 9/1 10/3Second over this course and distance on his last completed run, which shows the track and going suit; bled when pulled up at Worcester recently, which accounts for that effort. The concern is whether he comes back fully sound, but if he does, the best of his form is good enough to be competitive here.
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53No signal15/2 6/1 15/2Stepped up from her debut when beaten 2¼ lengths in third at Lingfield most recently; acts on AW at 6f and there should be further improvement to come on that upward trajectory. A threat to the selection if she continues to move forward.
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Harry Davies 13%Jack Jones 12%9-6232No signal3/1 9/4 11/4Back in form after a quiet spell, with back-to-back placed efforts here over this distance on a surface he handles; placed in his last three outings, beaten only ¾ length last time here off a mark just 1lb lower. Winless in recent starts but this is a competitive mark and the consistent form makes him the one to beat.
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Sean Bowen 24%Mickey Bowen 16%0734-4No signal11/2 13/2 9/2Chase debut was a disappointment — fourth and beaten 17 lengths at Newton Abbot — and he has struggled to make an impact in recent hurdle starts too. Effective over 2m4f-3m; first-time cheekpieces may assist but he needs to find a good deal more.
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Joe Leavy 11%Charlie Wallis 10%600-09No signal25/1 FCST 22/1Well beaten at Bath on most recent outing and has been out of form over the last five starts; the addition of a first-time tongue-tie and visor may help and he acts on the going, though a step up in trip is not certain to suit. Needs a significant change of fortune to be competitive.
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Charlie Clover 21%830No signal11/1 10/1 11/1Below her best at Epsom last time, beaten 9 lengths in a tougher juvenile contest; drops back into calmer maiden waters now, acts on good ground and the trainer is in form. Bred for speed and given the easier company here, she can bounce back and run a much more representative race.
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David Egan 14%Ollie Sangster 14%0No signal16/1 14/1 11/1Never far enough in the picture on her only start at Kempton, Ronstadt was beaten on debut off a disadvantageous position and has speed in her pedigree. Back from a short break and dropping back to a sharper trip, she should show more than she did that day — the unknown is whether the experience was enough to unlock her.
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40-747No signal12/1 12/1 10/1Stays three miles and handles the going but was well beaten at Market Rasen just a fortnight ago, possibly finding the race coming too soon after his previous run; inconsistent overall and the trainer has a cold spell running. The sound surface suits but the doubts outweigh the positives here.
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00-003No signal10/1 8/1 9/1His best form in well over a year came last time when staying on to be third over a longer trip, beaten a half-length off a slightly lower mark. Effective at seven to thirteen furlongs on soft and all-weather, a first-time tongue-tie is added; if he builds on that latest effort he can be placed.
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Ewan Whillans 11%3-4483No signal7/2 5/1 10/3Royal Blaze ran to his mark at Hamilton last time in third, beaten two and a quarter lengths off today's mark, and the form view is that this longer trip suits him better. He handles the all-weather and carries a first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces combination; back at course and distance, he is competitively placed and could build on that recent third.
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Dylan Hogan 11%Ivan Furtado 10%241361No signal8/1 10/3 8/1Successful at Pontefract last time, where a positive front-running ride on turf brought the best out of her, Ruby Red Gove remains unexposed on grass and her mark looks workable for another bold effort. She is effective at up to six furlongs and goes well forcing the pace; a small trainer concern is the only caveat.
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Sean Dylan Bowen 11%David Simcock 14%2165-2No signal7/2 2/1 7/2Largely consistent performer who returned from a 53-day break to be beaten just half a length at Kempton last time, handling the trip and going well; acts at 7/8f on good to firm and AW. Our top-rated runner — goes up only 1lb and the form puts her right in the mix here.
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Tom Eaves 8%Ivan Furtado 10%17-143No signal18/1 9/1 16/1Sailthisshipalone has placed twice in recent outings and handled his mark off 78 last time when beaten three lengths; he is a pound lower here. He has taken a race over this trip and acts on any going; he now wears a first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces, but our figures rank him last in the field and the mark is still competitive enough to be a stretch.
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Sally Anne's Dream20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Alex Jary 9%Seb Spencer 8%08687-No signal80/1 66/1 80/1Sally Anne's Dream has been beaten well in her last five starts and has been absent for seven months; she returns here from a very long break. She handles the all-weather and her best form is over five furlongs on a sound surface, but her figures put her at the bottom of the field and there is little evidence of any reason to expect an immediate improvement.
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San Andreas20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBA6-2205No signal10/3 3/1 10/3In form over twelve to sixteen furlongs on all-weather at Dundalk and at this level, beaten six and a quarter lengths last time when held but not disgraced. Off a short break with the stable having taken this race before and effective on good and all-weather; a genuine contender who can go well.
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6-7No signal9/1 6/1 13/2Beaten seven lengths over seven furlongs last time off a poor draw after a break, Sand Sea appears likely to find that run sharper than it looked once back over this sprint trip. He is bred for speed and suited by a sound surface; an unlucky run having had at least one mitigating factor makes him a reasonable threat.
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Shane Foley 11%—No signal9/1 8/1 9/1A 220,000gns Space Blues filly and half-sister to a high-class nine-furlong performer, she draws wide in stall 10 on debut. The stable has a good record in maiden races and the pedigree commands respect; tough task at the trip from this draw but she merits a market check.
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3No signal5/1 7/2 9/2Third on debut here beaten a length over ten furlongs on good, she has distance and going form and comes from a stable that has landed this race before. Granted normal progress, there is a chance she can be competitive; she showed promise at the first attempt and deserves respect.
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Luke McAteer 8%Patrick T Foley 10%—No signal33/1 25/1 28/1A Profitable gelding and half-brother to a high-class eight-furlong performer, he is likely up against stronger rivals on debut. The pedigree offers some encouragement but others in this field look more fancied on profile; an open proposition on first appearance.
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G. O'Leary 11%6/600-No signal33/1 25/1 33/1Unplaced on the Flat in his last four runs and most recently unseated in a hurdle, he is effective at eight to ten furlongs with cut and returns off a short break. Hard to make a case on this evidence; his recent form suggests he is struggling to find his best level back on the Flat.
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Harry Reed 14%Tristan Davidson 15%523-13No signal4/1 10/3 7/2Consistent mare in good form and suited to around 2m-2m4f on sound ground; trainer is firing in winners of late. Placed at Perth 19 days ago, running to her best over a trip slightly longer than ideal. Slightly short of 3m is the one reservation but she has the class to make her presence felt.
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Luke Morris 12%Robert Cowell 13%-36417No signal18/1 8/1 18/1Seven Questions took a head verdict at Goodwood two runs back and remains on a fair mark for a gelding with Group-level form to his name. He handles fast ground and is at home over the trip, though his last run saw him go off too quickly and tire badly, beaten eight lengths. Consistency is the main concern, but on a good day he is well capable here.
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Seamus Cronin 13%Ross Burdon 12%133121No signal5/2 FCST 2/1Took a handicap at Windsor off a 5lb lower mark last time, finishing with real purpose, and is in fine form across his last six starts — Seventy acts on today's going and trip, and his trainer is in form. Up 5lb under a penalty, but the manner of his recent run suggests he can go close again.
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George Wood 11%Richard Spencer 15%—No signal7/2 4/1 10/3A half-sister to a fair 5f performer, bought for 160,000gns as a Havana Grey filly — Sexy Chick debuts with a trainer in good form who clearly has her in good shape, though she faces two strongly fancied types here. She is very much considered but has ground to make up on paper.
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Harry Vigors 12%James Ferguson 14%20-607No signalSP FCST 7/2
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Luke Morris 12%John Butler 13%—No signal11/1 5/1 11/1Shadow Road is closely related to a horse who was high-class over a mile and a half, with a dam who stayed even further; the family profile suggests this trip could be on the sharp side for him today. His connections tend to need more time with their runners, and on debut he will be learning rather than winning. One to watch next time on a more suitable surface.
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George Wood 11%Richard Spencer 15%569233No signal3/1 10/3 3/1Beaten half a length at York off a 1lb lower mark last time and her trainer is in good form — Shallow has been consistent of late, acts on a sound surface over this trip, and now tries first-time cheekpieces. Yet to score in her last six starts, but this mark remains workable and she is the pick on our ratings.
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Roy Bowring 14%-06752No signal11/2 4/1 11/2Shazani ran freely in front last time here but held his form, going down by little over a length off today's identical mark. He handles six to eight furlongs on any ground and has a positive record at Doncaster; if he can settle better today, a fair mark makes him a threat worth noting.
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She's A Goldigger20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7P. J. McDonald 14%Mark Walford 11%7-0453No signal14/1 11/1 12/1She's A Goldigger is a maiden who prefers a cut in the ground and acts on the all-weather, and her latest run at Nottingham brought a three-length third in a classified race — a fair effort. Her form has been inconsistent, and with a first-time hood she may benefit from more cover, but she requires another step forward to make an impact in handicap company.
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67-6No signal7/2Has been unable to beat a rival in three maiden starts here and the form figures are discouraging; likely to need more time and better conditions before she can compete. Off a short break but returns to the same course where she has repeatedly struggled.
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Paddy Hanlon 5%Simon Edwards 11%2595P-No signal80/1 33/1 66/1A point winner who has struggled to transfer that form under rules; off the track for over two months and retired on his previous appearance at this course. Hard to find a strong case for him at this stage.
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Jamie Powell 8%Emmet Mullins 14%3/902-No signal25/1 14/1 22/1Runner-up in a Group 3 at this course most recently after a 236-day break, a fine effort from a horse effective up to two miles two furlongs on heavy and good. He needs to build on that return after a long absence and wears a first-time hood and tongue-tie; a genuine contender if he settles well.
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Jonny Peate 9%125838No signal5/1 3/1 5/1Was below form when well beaten here last time but had run a close third on the penultimate start and acts at 5/6f on a sound surface, preferring AW. Off a short break with first-time cheekpieces; inconsistency is the concern but is below his last winning mark and capable on his day.
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Sam James 14%220-09No signal50/1 28/1 50/1Sir Yoshi has a useful profile on his best Listed form but has been unable to reproduce that level for his current yard. His last run brought a six-length defeat at Thirsk with no obvious excuse, and his speed figure of 82 lags behind most in the field. Connections may feel the all-weather trip suits, but there is a performance owed before he can be fancied here.
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Daniel Tudhope 18%David O'Meara 13%2-8050No signal13/2 6/1 13/2Suited to six or seven furlongs on a sound surface and handled by a strong course trainer, Sixtygeesbaby at least has the conditions he needs today. However, he was well beaten after an awkward start at Newmarket last time and has yet to get off the mark in a handicap — he needs to prove himself at this level.
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Daniel Muscutt 14%James Fanshawe 18%11-218No signal11/2Back in good form over this course and distance, Sky Safari has three wins in her last five and handles any going; she also wears a first-time tongue-tie. Her last run at Chester saw her beaten six lengths by a higher-class field, which is readily forgiven, and she looks a lively threat dropping back to this level.
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Kielan Woods 14%Nick Scholfield 14%P23-43No signal11/2 FCST 5/1Third, fourth and third on his three most recent completions over marathon trips, running consistently until being caught doing too much in front at Huntingdon last time and paying for it late on; effective on good ground at three miles and beyond. First-time tongue-tie and blinkers applied and the profile over this trip is solid.
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T G McCourt 7%6-1602No signal11/1 7/1 10/1Runner-up at Cork last time, beaten one and a half lengths off a marginally higher mark, he has taken a race and acted at five to seven furlongs on heavy and good. Further improvement is possible and he draws at stall 17; a chance if building on his latest placed effort.
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J S Bolger 8%77No signal66/1Well beaten in each of her last two starts in maidens including most recently at Down Royal, she has run over today's distance before and her breeding points to middle distances. She needs more time and experience before suggesting she can be competitive in this field.
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Ben Coen 11%224No signal7/1 13/2 7/1Fourth on his most recent start when showing greenness, he is effective at seven to eight furlongs with cut and a drop to seven furlongs on handicap debut could suit him. He needs to settle after his keen debut; off a short break with ability to spare at this level if he relaxes.
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52-00No signal33/1 25/1 33/1Below par in each of his last four runs including well held at Gowran Park up to twelve furlongs most recently. The drop to a mile is not obviously what he wants — he has been better at ten furlongs on good — and despite the trainer being in form the profile makes it hard to recommend him.
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Spinola Bay20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBAGordon Elliott 18%—No signal11/1 10/1 11/1Hard to recommend now on the Flat having been below form in a recent hurdle where he may have found the experience busy. He was in good form prior and there is ability lurking, but there is plenty to prove before he can be taken seriously here in this company.
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R. P. Whelan 9%John James Feane 10%4431-No signal16/1 12/1 16/1He landed his most recent race here by a neck and was placed on the two outings before that, showing he acts at six to eight furlongs on yielding to soft and good. Returning from a 271-day absence he may need the run, but the course win gives confidence; the layoff is the main risk.
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Cam Hardie 6%548698No signal4/1 6/1 10/3Sports Coach has been out of the placings in his last four, finishing well beaten over a longer trip at York last time; dropping back to five furlongs, where he is at his best, is a genuine positive. He has something to prove in terms of consistency, but the trip change and a sound surface are in his favour and he remains one to monitor if his attitude is right.
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Paul Mulrennan 14%Jennie Candlish 17%68-058No signal6/1 6/1 5/1Beaten five lengths at Wolverhampton last time off a mark that looks demanding, Sprinting Speed has an inconsistent record across recent starts at six furlongs and above. First-time cheekpieces are fitted today and he handles a sound surface — but the task he faces looks stiff, and he has given little reason to be optimistic.
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Joanna Mason 12%7645-7No signal11/1 12/1 10/1Stanage returns after 89 days off the track and wears a first-time hood; he handles any going over seven to eight furlongs, and his trainer is currently out of form. He ran into difficulties at Doncaster last time but was travelling well beforehand and his mark has been coming down. There is reason to think this trip over a surface he handles might spark a better showing.
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Robert Havlin 15%2No signal1/3 2/9 3/10Showed encouraging ability when placed on debut at Yarmouth, beaten two lengths in a maiden, and has already run over today's distance — Starlight Lass is bred to appreciate the step up to 1m and her connections have a strong record in this race. She is the clear pick on what she has shown so far.
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David Egan 14%Mark Loughnane 10%3-3386No signalSP FCST 10/1Generally consistent and wearing first-time cheekpieces, Stipulation shaped reasonably last time at Windsor where he met interference but found little once in the clear, flattening out late and beaten four lengths. He handles this trip and a sound surface and is competitive at this mark; he just needs to find more in the closing stages.
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Mr James Murray 14%Mickey Bowen 16%314-31BBoD Whisper 1 signal5/2 10/3 5/2Thriving this summer and took a handicap here in good style last time, landing the race by 7½ lengths off a mark 8lb lower; usually held up and effective over an extended range of distances. First-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces today as connections nudge for more from an improving horse, though a higher mark asks the question.
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Oisin Murphy 22%-16312No signal10/3Two wins in his last five starts and a runner-up last time off this mark, he is progressive and handles seven to eight furlongs on soft, good and all-weather. A significant jockey booking adds appeal; effective at this course and on this going, he is the horse to beat here.
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Summer Rain20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Sam James 14%Craig Lidster 12%407-05No signal12/1 FCST 11/1Summer Rain has been in poor form for some time, beaten seven lengths at Beverley last time in what looked another flat effort. He is effective at six furlongs on the all-weather, which is something in his favour, but without a win and with an exposed profile, there is simply too much to prove here against more progressive rivals.
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Peter Lawlor 13%80-905No signal18/1 14/1 16/1Five unplaced finishes in her last five starts including last week at Down Royal, she acts at seven to eight furlongs on soft and good but carries 138lb from a wide draw at stall 22 and wears a first-time tongue-tie. Hard to make a case for her in her current form.
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Danny McMenamin 15%Nicky Richards 17%2225P-No signal17/2 13/2 8/1Off the boil when the ground softened at Ayr last time, but he has shown consistent form over this distance on a sound surface, finishing second three times in recent starts. Yet to score in his last five and the mark demands more, though a return to good ground offers a more realistic opportunity.
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Jonny Peate 9%03-994No signal16/1 14/1 16/1Last seen pulled up in a hurdle, switching codes adds uncertainty; did run 3½ lengths placed in a classified race at another track on his penultimate Flat start and acts on AW. First-time cheekpieces added and 3lb below his last winning mark in this sphere, though he is inconsistent.
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Ruth Carr 12%4-2720No signal15/2 6/1 7/1A big gelding who looks more like a ten-furlongs-plus horse, Superfortress was well beaten at Ripon last time having been outpaced throughout — very much a mitigating trip and surface. He handles good-to-soft and the all-weather, and should fare better stepped up in distance today; the trainer's lean run of form is a slight concern.
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Harry Skelton 26%Dan Skelton 22%08-113WHTW Whisper 1 signal9/2 5/2 4/1Two wins in his last five and in good hands with the trainer firing at 50%; landed a half-length handicap at Newton Abbot off a mark 6lb lower and ran his race again when third last time off 114, only 1lb higher here. Suits sound ground over the trip but the tongue-tie and blinkers are both new.
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560-69No signal18/1 12/1 16/1First-time tongue-tie applied to a mare who has been out of the places in her last five runs, she is effective at eight to ten furlongs and acts on soft and good to firm. She remains 4lb above her last winning mark which limits confidence, but in a big field over a familiar trip a revival is possible.
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David Allan 13%Tim Easterby 11%20-597No signal16/1 16/1 14/1Tanjen was free-going at Thirsk and well held; back on the all-weather, which brings out her better form, is a plus. She remains without a win in recent starts and her mark looks stretched for a filly who is most effective at five furlongs, making it hard to take a short view, but the surface switch at least removes a concern from her last showing.
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TBA-93558No signal12/1 10/1 11/1Below form at Fairyhouse last time and in need of a bounce-back, he is effective at twelve to sixteen furlongs on the Flat on soft and good to firm. A first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces added; the form before his most recent run was more promising but a reversal is needed.
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Jimmy Dalton 5%Noel Meade 11%121-75No signal12/1She has two wins in recent form and ran to form over seventeen furlongs at Limerick last time, beaten five and a half lengths. She acts at ten to seventeen furlongs on soft and good; adding first-time blinkers should be fine down in trip and she can go well with further improvement possible.
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Conor O'Farrell 12%Micky Hammond 10%33-U48No signal50/1 33/1 40/1Poor jumping when last seen at Hexham and on a declining curve in recent starts; has shown promise over 3m in the past and now wears a first-time tongue-tie. Considerable improvement needed and the form trend is not encouraging.
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I. J. Power 9%Jennie Candlish 17%1P5P-4No signal11/1 12/1 9/1Jumping has been a problem in recent starts — fourth at Southwell last time after another poor round of jumping — but he holds fair hurdle form on a sound surface and could be well treated on that basis. First-time tongue-tie is applied and a clear round would put him in contention, but his fencing is the overriding concern.
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David O'Meara 13%3-5998No signal40/1 16/1 40/1Out of form over three consecutive outings, Thequietman was sent clear in front at Pontefract last time and readily beaten. A first-time hood is fitted today and the trainer has a strong record at this course, which offers a slim angle — but an extended poor run makes him hard to favour.
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Neil Callan 14%Kevin Ryan 12%187-31No signalSP FCST 11/2Took a handicap at Haydock last time by a length off a 5lb lower mark to register her second win in recent starts — There's A Chance is effective over 6f and handles soft and good ground. Faster conditions are a new test, but a 5lb rise may underestimate her if the form holds up.
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Ben Coen 11%A. Slattery 11%2224-3No signal17/2 7/1 17/2Third on her most recent run after what appeared a needed reappearance effort, she has been runner-up four times in turf maidens previously and a first-time visor could help her find the extra fraction. Acts from seven to eleven furlongs on good going; her mark looks workable and she is our top pick.
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David Nolan 12%-28818No signal16/1 11/1 12/1They All Know Me took a close win two runs back at Carlisle and is handled by a trainer with a top course record here. His last run at the same mark he carries today brought a well-beaten eighth, however, and his form has been inconsistent of late. He tends to come from off the pace and a better run is possible.
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02-306No signal28/1 20/1 28/1Comfortably held in a handicap at Leopardstown most recently, she has been below her best in recent outings at seven furlongs and wears a first-time tongue-tie. She has been placed before but needs a significant step up here; a big improvement is required.
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20000-No signal16/1 18/1 16/1Unplaced in each of his last five runs, returning after a 236-day absence with a first-time tongue-tie. He was placed at eight furlongs on a sound surface in the UK but his Irish efforts have been well off the pace; the mark is dropping but needs a significant bounce-back to be involved.
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Tickets20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Andrew Mullen 10%Ben Haslam 14%132655No signal9/2 9/2 10/3Tickets has shown a liking for this course and carries a first-time tongue-tie; he stays seven furlongs but his best form comes at six or even five furlongs on a sound surface. His last two runs were compromised by being asked to race prominently when he is better held up, and the mark is competitive. If ridden patiently this time, he has claims to place.
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Charlie Hammond 17%Stuart Edmunds 17%222-31No signal7/1 7/2 7/1Won a handicap chase at Uttoxeter 22 days ago, beating a largely exposed field by 4 lengths off a mark 4lb lower; in good form and acts on this ground. Now fitted with first-time blinkers; the rise in class following that success is the factor to weigh up.
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096No signal200/1 FCST 150/1Sixth and ninth in her last two starts in maidens, she usually races from the rear and has distance and going form. Her most recent Gowran Park effort showed mild signs of progression, though she remained clearly held; likely needs juvenile company to reach a winning position.
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David Nolan 12%Paul Midgley 11%1-9780No signal9/1 9/1 17/2Tiriac holds a good record at this venue, has dropped to just a pound above his last winning mark and acts on any going. His most recent run was lost when he missed the start and never featured; forgive that and his penultimate effort showed a hint of return to form. The stable has been successful in this race in each of the last two years, which is the most telling context for his chances today.
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Gavin Cromwell 11%09-752No signal9/1 15/2 17/2Runner-up at Limerick last time beaten two lengths off this mark, she acts at seven to eight furlongs on soft and good and can go well again. She is yet to score in recent starts but has been placed regularly; proving stamina over the slightly longer trip is the main unknown.
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Oisin Murphy 22%Jack Foley 11%—No signal13/2 13/2 6/1A Japan colt out of a Listed-placed German winner at thirteen furlongs, he makes his debut and does not overly appeal on profile alone. However, there is an interesting jockey booking, which may be the only hint we have; the pedigree suggests stamina rather than speed.
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Nicola Burns 7%G. O'Leary 11%300-04No signal28/1 33/1 25/1Placed at Listed level in France and fourth most recently when refusing to settle and making late gains, he is effective at six to seven furlongs but needs to learn to race more tractably. Off 91 the mark looks stiff for a limited Irish campaign and he is hard to fancy without more evidence of settling.
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Tommy McJohn20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7M. P. Sheehy 8%Adrian Keatley 15%08-357No signal17/2 6/1 17/2Tommy McJohn has been in decent form before his latest start, when he was badly positioned in a race dominated by the front-runner at Southwell and never able to land a blow. He is effective at five to six furlongs on the all-weather and a sound surface, and our figures put him as the top-rated in this field; a more straightforward contest ought to see him perform to a higher level.
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W. P. Mullins 26%2030-6No signal4/1 FCST 7/2Our top-rated runner in the field and without a win in his last five starts, he has shown some promise on his reappearance here held comfortably but not disgraced. Effective at fourteen to sixteen furlongs on a sound surface, the stable has landed this race before and there is potential for a better run here.
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3No signal9/4 2/1 9/4Third on debut at Fairyhouse over six furlongs on good, he ran on strongly in the closing stages suggesting the experience benefited him. Effective at the trip with conditions to suit, the addition of a first-time hood could help him focus and with improvement expected he represents a solid threat.
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Mr D McGill 10%0-7No signal4/1 7/2 4/1Shapes with more ability than his record suggests — seventh at Downpatrick 12 days ago but that effort represented an advance on his previous start, and he stays 2m6f. Lightly raced and holding a mark that could flatter on this evidence; more needed to get involved.
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Mr D McGill 10%461/6-No signal12/1 11/2 12/1Slightly below the best of her form when held comfortably at Tramore last time — a trip longer than her optimum — and off a short break. Acts on good ground over 2m-2m7f; a bounce back is needed and first-time cheekpieces must prove their worth. Hard to fancy ahead of more obvious candidates.
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74-985No signal20/1 12/1 20/1Beaten nine lengths at Nottingham last time in conditions that appear to have been against him, Twilight Serenade handles six or seven furlongs on a sound surface and finds today's ground much more to his liking. His form has been heading the wrong way, however, and at the bottom of the handicap he needs a meaningful turnaround.
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Typical Thomas20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBA7-No signal12/1Well held most recently in a hurdle at Downpatrick where he did too much too soon, effective at twelve to fourteen furlongs on yielding and good when at his best. Not the force of old since his layoff and the form since returning has been modest; needs to rediscover earlier form.
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Mr Jack Lander 16%Michael Bell 13%326243No signal3/1The Ubermensch has placed in a majority of his starts, most recently running to form when beaten one and a half lengths over a longer trip at Doncaster. He acts on the all-weather and has been effective at eight to twelve furlongs; he now wears a first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces combination. Consistent and effective on this surface, he is a strong danger to the top-rated.
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Marco Ghiani 16%David Menuisier 13%1676-6No signal40/1 28/1 40/1Beaten nine lengths in a Listed race last time, Uluru looks to have needed that run, but she arrives in the care of a trainer who is in form and has an Irish Listed win to her name. In recent starts she has been beaten out of the frame four times running, and her rating of 98 leaves her well off the front two; she must bounce back sharply.
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89-387No signal14/1 12/1 14/1Well beaten in Listed company most recently on a mark that looked too ambitious for the grade, she acts at seven to eight furlongs on soft and all-weather and was in form prior to that step up. Draws at stall 3 on the inside but off a short break; she needs more in handicap company on this evidence.
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771635No signal14/1 12/1 14/1She was unlucky not to finish closer at Down Royal last time, beaten two lengths off this mark after losing ground through no fault of her own. Effective at seven to eight furlongs on good and all-weather with a win on her record; if she gets a clear run and builds on her latest, she has a genuine chance here.
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3-9770No signal33/1Unplaced five times in recent form and drawing wide at stall 18, he races from off the pace and wears a first-time hood. He operates at seven to eight furlongs on a sound surface but has consistently failed to convert placed potential; a significant step forward is required.
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Harry Davies 13%Brian Toomey 12%506-78No signal7/2 3/1 10/3Out of form across his last five starts and returning from a 165-day absence, which is a significant question mark; acts at 6/7f on fast ground but needs a return to form. The fast ground here could be beneficial and a bounce back is not impossible, but a lot to take on trust.
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J A Stack 12%2No signal4/1 7/2 4/1Runner-up on debut by a neck at Leopardstown 47 days ago, he was keen but finished strongly and remains lightly raced at a mile. Effective at seven furlongs on good, there is more to come if he settles, and he carries the top weight with scope for further progress.
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Tom Eaves 8%Kevin Ryan 12%187013No signal14/1 10/1 12/1Vantheman was a half-length winner two runs ago at Hamilton, and last time was beaten only half a length in third off the same mark he carries today — a tidy effort that suggests he is in form. He is probably best at five furlongs but has taken a race over six, handles any going and wears first-time blinkers; the surface suits and he has place prospects at least.
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F8P-32No signal5/1 4/1 5/1Back in form after an inconsistent spell — ran creditably last time at Bangor, going down by 3¼ lengths off a mark only 2lb lower — and stays well between 2m4f and 3m on soft and good ground. First-time tongue-tie is fitted today; can have a say if that rebound in form is the signal.
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Ray Dawson 14%John Butler 13%78-126No signal15/2 13/2 7/1Victory Ace took a short-head at Lingfield three runs back and was progressive up to that point; a subsequent foray over a longer trip clearly did not suit, and he was beaten a long way. He is a pound below that winning mark today and should revert to something more like his best form, though the key question is whether he can recover his pre-Doncaster level quickly enough.
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Mark Usher 10%50-602No signal6/1 4/1 6/1Placed at 2m at Kempton last time, where she should have finished closer, and she acts on the going — Vilaine Verlaine is the filly to respect off an unchanged mark. Yet to score in her last five starts, though a bold bid would not surprise if building on that effort.
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Jack Andrews 13%Sam Allwood 6%4897-6No signal66/1 FCST 50/1Winless in his last five and has plenty to prove stepping out over fences for the first time; found the distance too much at this course last time, held after being unable to go the pace. Acts on good ground at two miles but the combination of a new discipline and longer trip is untested.
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Ben Robinson 10%Brian Ellison 10%732No signal10/3 5/2 3/1Placed in two of his last three, most recently beaten one and a quarter lengths at Pontefract over a shorter trip than today's, Viper has shown a consistent level across his starts. Stepping back up to seven furlongs, his best trip, is a positive and he handles the all-weather well. He is the likeliest winner here on what the form shows.
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Vitalline20:38 Newcastle (AW) race 7 of 7Keiran Burke 13%150685No signal22/1 12/1 22/1Vitalline has taken a race over this trip and is suited by the all-weather; he is usually held up and wears a first-time tongue-tie and blinkers combination. He was beaten three and a quarter lengths at Wolverhampton last time in a classified race without ever threatening. He needs more but the headgear change and a track he handles offer a platform for a better showing.
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Wackestone20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBAGordon Elliott 18%74/3-No signal10/3 3/1 10/3Off a short break and effective at nine to ten furlongs on easy ground on the Flat, he has done well over hurdles but has often been his own worst enemy by going too fast. On the Flat with more judicious riding he has a genuine chance; his figure here gives him the best claim.
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R. P. Whelan 9%—No signal40/1 FCST 28/1A 32,000 euros Earthlight colt out of a very useful six-furlong two-year-old dam and a half-brother to a very smart six-furlong performer, he makes a tough debut against better-fancied rivals. Hard to be confident against these on first appearance.
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Hector Crouch 18%Ralph Beckett 19%—No signal13/8 18/13 3/2A 230,000gns Dark Angel filly out of a dam who was sharp and smart over 5f as a juvenile — War Banner debuts for leading connections and makes strong appeal on breeding and pedigree. She looks capable of running a solid race first time out.
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Dylan Hogan 11%54-522No signal11/8 FCST 5/4Wearing first-time blinkers, Wardlaw ran to form up in trip when pulling clear as a pair and beaten three-quarters of a length at Sandown last time, showing his stamina at longer distances. He handles twelve to fourteen furlongs on good ground and all-weather; his connections have a strong record in this race over the past three years and he could continue his upward path in handicaps.
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Way Down South20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBA—No signal28/1 FCST 25/1An unraced gelding on the Flat, he was well beaten in a handicap hurdle most recently and is hard to recommend without reliable form to assess. All to do on debut in this company.
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Western Model20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBA—No signal22/1 FCST 20/1He returned to form in his most recent hurdle but was still beaten eight lengths, visually in need of further. Plenty more is needed before he can be recommended on the Flat; hard to make a case in this company without more reliable evidence.
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Whatyouwant20:30 Curragh race 8 of 8TBA—No signal100/1She was pulled up in a hurdle most recently after a long layoff, which gives cause for concern. There is all to do, with limited reliable form to assess here on first run back.
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Leigh Roche 6%Paul W Flynn 9%00/0No signal150/1Three consecutive unplaced efforts, including last week at Limerick, have done nothing to suggest a case for her here. The trainer is out of form, she carries 139lb, and nothing in her recent outings points towards a change in fortune; very hard to make an argument for her.
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Mark Walford 11%-10993No signal16/1 11/1 16/1A previous winner over this course and distance, Wicklow Way has returned to something like that level, finishing a one-and-a-quarter-length third at Beverley last time off today's mark. He handles the all-weather and could be coming to a peak; his overall profile in recent starts has been inconsistent, but that last run hints he may be running into form.
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A. Slattery 11%53No signal12/1 10/1 12/1Third on his most recent run having shown more than on debut, he has distance form at eight to ten furlongs. He needs more to win but the step forward between his two runs was encouraging; draws at stall 12 and has enough form to be respected.
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Julie Camacho 11%131-40No signal11/2 9/2 5/1Progressive before his latest run, Winged Messenger has two wins in recent starts and has handled both soft and firm ground. He is at his best at five or six furlongs and the addition of a first-time hood and cheekpieces could help — but he was beaten six lengths at York last time and may be carrying a stiff weight.
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Jack Callan 14%Michael Bell 13%070-9No signal10/1 7/1 9/1Consistently poor over four starts, the trainer is out of form and the form figures offer nothing encouraging; beaten well at Ripon last time in a handicap. Hard to see her troubling the leaders here.
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Shane Gray 15%5-2No signal14/1 10/1 14/1Unbalanced and green on her Ripon debut, Wootton's Gal made clear progress when stepped up to ten furlongs and is entitled to come forward again for that first run of the season. Effective at ten furlongs on good ground and suited by a flatter track, she merits respect as a likely improver; the gap back to the selection may just be too large.
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Shane Foley 11%55-3No signal7/1 13/2 7/1Third on his most recent start at Leopardstown and appearing to step forward on a final qualifying run, he is effective at ten furlongs and may get further. A first-time tongue-tie and off a short break of 72 days; he is open to improvement and can go well if that upward trend continues.
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Lewis Edmunds 12%Harry Charlton 16%31-43No signalSP FCST 11/4
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Tom Marquand 16%William Haggas 23%7No signal5/2 5/2 9/4Beaten five-and-a-half lengths on debut at Yarmouth but from a trainer in form, and should do better stepping up to 1m — Yimmna is the second choice here with room to improve from her opening run. She has something to find with the selection but looks capable of running a solid race.
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R. P. Whelan 9%A Oliver 11%—No signal50/1 40/1 50/1An unraced 32,000gns Ghaiyyath colt and half-brother to a high-class eight-furlong performer, he draws at stall 1 on debut. His stable has taken this race before and a market check is warranted to see if connections are confident; the pedigree suggests middle-distance ability.
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Philip Kirby 8%7-5640No signal40/1 28/1 40/1Yurinov encountered difficulty in running last time but was unable to find anything once in the clear, coming home well beaten at Ripon. He has been out of form across his recent starts and handles any going over twelve to fourteen furlongs; until he gives a more positive sight, it is difficult to recommend him in a competitive handicap.
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Chris Hayes 10%D K Weld 13%4No signal14/1Fourth on debut at Gowran Park over ten furlongs on yielding, showing enough to suggest she is suited by the trip and going. There is improvement to come and the debut effort was encouraging without being spectacular; if she steps forward at the second attempt, she has the profile to be a threat.
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Charlie Clover 21%81555-No signal9/4 7/4 9/4Landed this race last year and knows the course; has been below that level since and was pulled up over hurdles most recently, so the Flat form clearly tailed off after that course success. Trainer in good form and first-time cheekpieces are applied — the question is whether he can rediscover the ability that landed this 12 months ago.
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Harry Brown 22%Donald McCain 15%1482-8No signal14/1 16/1 14/1Won a handicap hurdle two starts ago before running below expectations most recently, beaten well here; the latest effort appeared to need the run and he should come on for it. Acts on decent ground over 2m-2m4f; can be competitive when fresh.
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Saffie Osborne 14%Richard Spencer 15%2BBoD Whisper 1 signal3/1 5/2 3/1Came close to taking a maiden at Lingfield on her only start, beaten just half a length after clearly knowing her job on debut; acts on AW at 6f and that encouraging performance suggests she can go one better here. Our top-rated runner and the one to beat, though she has only the one run to her name.
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Darragh Keenan 10%George Scott 20%-31124No signal4/1 7/2 4/1Trainer in form, Zubaru is a genuine contender: he landed a race off a mark four pounds lower three starts back and showed his usual grit in fourth last time, beaten two lengths off a mark one pound higher than today's. First-time tongue-tie fitted here; his tendency to run freely and tire late is the key risk.
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Leah Noreci 7%James Moffatt 13%442-21No signal7/4 5/4 7/4Won here last time, landing a handicap by 4¼ lengths off a mark 8lb lower after a strong pace played to his strengths; back in form and stays well over an extended range of distances on good ground. First-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces today as connections push for more; an 8lb rise is the main challenge.
No horse matches that.