Friday 3 July 2026 Every horse, A to Z
470 horses 48 races 7 meetings 20 with a signal
The day's horses
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Sean Levey 13%Richard Hannon 12%1376No signal5/1 4/1 9/2Pushed to his limits at Ascot last time, finishing four lengths behind the leaders in a Listed contest having possibly reached his ceiling; acts at 6f on good to firm and good to soft, with stall nine providing a wide berth to navigate.
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P94-52No signal7/1 6/1 7/1Second in a beginners chase at Tramore on her last start, beaten 13 lengths, and has shown she handles this going and trip. Winless in her last five starts and ranked 14th on our figures, the hurdle record offers more than the chase form to date.
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Kieran Shoemark 14%Ed Walker 16%744-5No signal15/2 12/1 7/1Fifth at Lingfield last time and beaten 6l there; consistently placed in recent starts but yet to score, and she may have more to offer over today’s trip — place claims are realistic if she takes a step forward.
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Tom Broughton 11%Max Comley 13%U43P-4No signal10/1 8/1 17/2First-time hood for a mare who likely found the ground faster than ideal when fourth at Huntingdon last time; she is at her best in easier conditions, remains unexposed, and there is more to come once things fall her way.
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534-53No signal17/2 7/1 17/2A reliable Flat performer rated second in the field on our figures with a mark that suits this grade; his most recent third at Goodwood came after going off too sharply, which cost him in the closing stages. Ground and trip are no barrier.
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Pat Dobbs 14%Richard Hannon 12%—SSteamer Whisper 1 signal15/2 10/1 11/2A 55,000gns Naval Crown colt who is a half-brother to Swan Band, useful at a mile, and out of a dam who also excelled at 8f as a juvenile. The pedigree profile is encouraging and he merits respect on his debut here.
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Daniel Tudhope 18%David O'Meara 13%360632No signal10/3 4/1 5/2Runner-up here last time by a nose off the same mark, showing fine form in defeat; first-time cheekpieces add interest and the trainer has a strong record at this course — the only question is whether a seven-day turnaround leaves him short.
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335621No signal11/2Won a handicap at Down Royal by half a length last time when stepped back down in trip, confirming he handles this distance and going well. First-time visor today; the trainer's current figures are the main caveat.
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Mason Paetel(3) 11%David Evans 13%412343No signal7/2 9/1 10/3Consistent performer who won narrowly off a lower mark in April and placed third last time at the same mark she carries today; she wears a visor for the first time on a quick four-day turnaround and handles this trip and going well.
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Scott Dixon 7%333584No signal17/2 10/1 17/2Despite an awkward break from the stalls last time, she ran to her mark and finished just 1¼l adrift here at Doncaster. Effective at 5/6f on a sound surface and running off a competitive official mark; she holds a reasonable each-way chance if repeating that effort.
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Ryan Sexton 12%Julie Camacho 11%1-9617No signal7/1 13/2 6/1Successful in this race 12 months ago but below her best last time, beaten 8l off a 2lb higher mark; she drops 2lb here and a first-time hood is the obvious change. Effective at 5/6f on a sound surface but ranks low on our figures and needs to lift her game.
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Chris Hayes 10%40No signal18/1 FCST 16/1Unable to build on her debut effort when upped in class last time, Alrashdeyah has an easier opportunity here and tries a first-time hood; acts at 6f on today's ground and must come back to form, but if she does she has genuine claims.
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P. J. McDonald 14%George Boughey 18%455-46No signal7/2 FCST 10/3Consistent at 7f on the all-weather with a couple of fair handicap runs behind her, Amber Hamur switches to turf for the first time after nearly two months off; the grass debut is the query, but she has enough ability to be a genuine threat.
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Nicola Burns 7%G. M. Lyons 16%0609No signal14/1 12/1 14/1Made a poor handicap debut at Limerick three weeks ago and the form pattern in recent starts has been inconsistent. His trainer is operating in good form of late, but conditions have yet to click for this gelding and he remains a work in progress.
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Alex Jary 9%Nigel Tinkler 11%-93421No signal5/1 7/2 5/1Won convincingly at Pontefract last time, pulling clear by 3¼l off a 5lb lower mark; acts well over this trip on quick ground, but now takes on a penalty with cheekpieces and the trainer’s recent record gives pause.
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Jim Boyle 10%55-020No signal50/1 40/1 50/1Has landed a race in France but his form since switching to British racing has been mixed; he had difficulty with the Brighton track on his most recent start. First-time visor for a gelding effective at this trip on sound going, though more is needed.
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Jack Callan 14%Conrad Allen 14%74-364No signal33/1 20/1 28/1Fourth at Lingfield last time over a mile, staying on but inclined to pull; a drop in trip today may be a plus and she handles sound surfaces, but she is yet to score in recent starts and needs to find more.
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9No signal100/1Beaten a long way in a maiden at Down Royal on her only outing, where she looked inexperienced and never threatened; all to prove stepping into handicap company. The wide draw at stall 14 adds to the task, though her pedigree suggests a mile could suit.
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6-3844TTop Rated Whisper 1 signal11/1 6/1 11/1Fitted with tongue-tie and cheekpieces for the first time, she handles this distance and going well; beaten 3l at Carlisle last time off a slightly higher mark but a step forward is needed here, and the new headgear may provide a spur.
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Gavin Cromwell 11%/2225-No signal6/1 5/1 6/1Beaten five and a half lengths in a handicap chase at Listowel on his most recent start, he is consistent over a range of trips but yet to win in his last four; returning from a lengthy layoff is an additional challenge and there is a frustrating quality about his record.
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Jack Cleary 8%E D Delany 8%-60990No signal18/1 16/1 18/1Form has tailed off in his recent starts, and Apache Star went too hard early at Naas last time, failing to sustain the effort; he tries first-time blinkers and tongue-tie here and is effective at 5f, but a significant reversal of form is required.
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Colin Keane 16%G. M. Lyons 16%2No signal5/2 2/1 5/2Runner-up on debut at Naas where she finished with purpose over today's trip, April Mist looks sure to progress further and partners a top course rider; acts on good ground, bred for speed, and rates a clear standout as the one to beat.
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Harry Reed 14%Michael Blake 13%3P1-12No signal13/2 4/1 13/2Steadily progressive over hurdles with back-to-back wins before his most recent start, where he was eased through the closing stages when beaten a long way in a step up in class here. That performance can be excused; effective at today's distance and going, and should be sharper for it.
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3700-No signal33/1Returning from a year on the sidelines and going in a first-time tongue-tie, Army Leave went to the front too freely at Tipperary last time and had nothing left when it mattered; her maiden form likely flatters, and this looks primarily a fitness run.
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James Doyle 21%Lucy Wadham 17%164-56No signal8/1 7/1 8/1Capable in both codes and at home over today's extended trip, though first-time blinkers are a new variable after he ran too keenly in front at York last time and weakened. The current mark will stretch him, but form and distance say he can be involved.
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Callum Rodriguez 20%Owen Burrows 21%33-1No signal5/4 31/19 5/4Stepped up in trip after a break and won a novice at Lingfield by a length last time; the performance suggests he handles this distance well, and his initial handicap mark looks accessible. The trainer is in good form, and our figures place him top of the field.
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6374-2No signal3/1 2/1 3/1Tongue-tie applied for the first time on a mare who likes to force the pace; she showed encouragement when runner-up here recently, though she has blown hot and cold over hurdles and needs to find more consistency.
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Jack Nicholls 12%Clive Cox 17%1329-0No signal11/2 10/1 5/1Showed his ability with solid efforts including a win before the current poor spell; he adds a first-time hood today and returns to conditions that suit at 7f on fast ground, making him a lively threat if finding that earlier form.
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Keith Donoghue 13%Gavin Cromwell 11%6006-8No signal18/1 11/1 18/1Eighth at Downpatrick last time, making errors throughout and beaten some way; she is learning on the job over hurdles. Off a short break and trying first-time tongue-tie, which may help her focus. Handles today's going over two miles and the handicap mark could be kinder once she settles.
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7-23No signal4/1 7/2 4/1Placed twice in his last three starts and moves into handicap company for the first time, which could unlock improvement; effective on sound ground, though composure in running will be key, and he has been off the track for 45 days.
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Daniel King 10%/4P0-PNo signal33/1 25/1 33/1Failed to complete at Sligo latest and has shown little consistency across his recent starts. The trainer's yard has landed 2 of the last 9 runnings of this race, which offers mild encouragement; blinkers tried for the first time. Effective at two miles but the form gives little reason for confidence.
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Hector Crouch 18%Ralph Beckett 19%—BBoD Whisper 1 signal7/2 9/2 7/2A 300,000-guinea Lope De Vega colt, half-brother to Berkshire Rocco who excelled at 15f, with a half-sister that landed a Listed race in Italy; the stable has a record of producing competitive debutants, though the dam was moderate at 8f and this is a tough assignment.
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Mr J L Gleeson 19%—No signal10/1 9/1 10/1A 7,000gns Nathaniel gelding making his debut with no form to assess, half-brother to Mongibello who showed smart form at 20 furlongs. A top trainer adds interest but he is unproven and last on our figures.
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Oliver Searle 11%Rod Millman 13%6476-6No signal17/2 12/1 17/2Form has been deteriorating over her last five starts, but she handles this course and distance well and acts on any going; the trainer is in form. A significant step forward is needed to feature here.
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William Cox 5%Tom Dascombe 12%4314-1No signal5/1 5/1 9/2Won at Newbury last time with real determination, landing a handicap by ¾l off a 6lb lower mark; effective over today’s trip and surface and rates well enough to hold her own under the penalty — the one to beat.
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Scott Dixon 7%50420-No signal4/1 6/1 4/1After 246 days off the track, she returns in first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces; the Bath effort on softer ground was well short of her best, but this distance and surface suit her and she is the top-ranked runner on our figures.
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Leigh Roche 6%Gerard Kyne 4%0No signal200/1 100/1 200/1Racing very keenly and taking herself to the lead at Limerick, Banish Misfortune had nothing left in the tank when the race developed and was well beaten on her only start; a mixed pedigree with a sprint sire, she looks likely to need more time.
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TBA06-8No signal10/1 FCST 9/1Well beaten at Ballinrobe last time in a handicap, performing short of her best; handles 2m on soft ground but she has a fair amount to find now facing handicap company and has yet to demonstrate she is up to this level.
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Jack Nicholls 12%Brian Meehan 9%-05245No signal5/1 7/1 9/2Placed runner-up three runs back but unable to build on it since; trainer is in good form and first-time cheekpieces add interest, though he is yet to score in recent starts and our figures put him at the foot of this field.
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Ben Coen 11%2-0093No signal7/2 10/3 7/2Third at Leopardstown last time, beaten just over three lengths back up in trip, coming back to her best; on her previous winning mark and handles this distance and a sound surface. Draw 1 is a positive, and she has a chance if that form holds.
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Oisin Orr 14%Edward Bethell 17%31-No signal7/2 3/1 7/2On the back of a narrow novice success at Newcastle, he returns after a 239-day break and steps up in trip to 10f for the first time. All his form is on AW; the handicap debut holds some appeal, but significant fitness questions need answering.
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Rhys Clutterbuck 11%—No signal100/1 50/1 100/1A 25,000-guinea breeze-up purchase by Blackbeard and a half-brother to Only In Dreams, who showed ability at 12f; with no racecourse experience and the field setting a solid standard, he looks best watched on debut from stall ten.
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Connor Beasley 13%Charlie Johnston 13%73No signal33/1 18/1 33/1Third in a maiden at Ayr last time, beaten 4l over 6f on softer ground, having shown clear progression from his debut. There is more to offer but the quicker surface here may be a reservation; a genuine danger if he handles the conditions.
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Conor O'Farrell 12%Jimmy Frost 3%P097-PNo signal16/1 11/1 12/1First-time cheekpieces for a mare with a point-to-point background who has shown nothing under rules so far; she went too freely in a chase here last month and was pulled up, and significant improvement will be needed over hurdles to feature.
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E E Ryan 0%-09000No signal50/1Without a placed effort in her recent starts, Bel Espoir could not make any impression at Naas last time and lacks the form to threaten here; rated at 6f, a step up in trip may eventually help, but a significant improvement is needed first.
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Darragh O'Keeffe 13%901-12No signal11/2 13/2 5/1Back-to-back wins before last time have him in good heart, and he put in a solid effort as runner-up beaten 11 lengths from the same mark he carries here. Proven at this distance and going; first-time cheekpieces added. A horse in fine form who looks a genuine danger.
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Darragh O'Keeffe 13%8No signal13/2 11/2 13/2Held well beaten on hurdle debut at Ballinrobe, he makes more appeal here with scope to progress for a top yard; whether he can do so promptly after that uninspiring introduction is the key question.
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Pat Cosgrave 11%Adam Kirby 12%4341No signal9/2Won a maiden at Bath by three lengths last time having benefited from a drop in class, with his earlier course form here in Listed company given a further boost at Royal Ascot; the sharp 5f trip suits and he acts well on good ground.
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Ryan Moore 24%Richard Hughes 15%310No signal8/1 11/2 8/1Taken too forward in a Group 2 at Ascot last time and weakened well before the line; a fine prospect who acts at 5f on a sound surface and is capable of bouncing back, though the trainer is in a lean spell.
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Lewis Edmunds 12%Harry Charlton 16%51No signal17/2 5/1 17/2Showed clear progression from debut when landing her maiden at Lingfield last time by a neck despite a slow beginning. Effective at 10f on good ground and now taking her chance on a handicap debut off a mark that looks fair; our figures make her the one to beat.
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442F-5No signal15/2 FCST 7/1Below his best on his most recent hurdles start at Ffos Las, making jumping errors and well held throughout. He could be better suited returning to fences and the first-time visor is of interest; effective at the trip but needs to improve significantly on recent form to be competitive.
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Daniel Tudhope 18%Michael Appleby 13%—No signal28/1 33/1 22/1A Blue Point colt whose dam is a half-sister to a Group 2 winner, lending some pedigree interest on debut. The trainer has been quiet recently and the overall profile makes him difficult to fancy strongly first time out.
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0-2405No signal7/2 13/2 3/1Effective at today's distance on a sound surface, he ran to his level at Southwell last time, beaten 2l off a slightly higher mark; takes a notable rider booking worth heeding, though a step forward is needed to feature at this level.
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Syd Hosie 5%55-434No signalSP 13/2 9/1First-time visor, and this filly has shown consistent placed form; she acts on today's going, though she ran too freely in front here last time and her effective range is shorter, so both settling and stamina are open questions.
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Craig Lidster 12%946329No signal12/1 17/2 11/1In good shape before Carlisle — second and third in her previous two starts — Blufferonthebus was well beaten there when the run reportedly came too soon; back at a suitable distance and stepping down in class, she has the potential to bounce back.
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957-55No signal12/1 9/1 12/1Fifth at Loughrea last time, beaten three and a quarter lengths and unable to reach his best level; he has finished in the minor placings repeatedly without ever getting competitive at the business end. Effective at today's distance and beyond, but needs considerably more to feature here.
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James Doyle 21%K. R. Burke 20%1-4313No signal14/1 16/1 11/1Ran too freely up front on soft ground at Epsom last time and paid for it late, finishing two lengths third; stays 10f well on a sound surface but has not been at his sharpest this season and the top weight is an added burden.
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Jack Cleary 8%Aidan O'Brien 22%5No signal11/10 10/11 EvsSpeed in his pedigree and from a top yard, Bold Commander showed a touch of ability on debut at The Curragh despite some greenness; significant improvement is expected with that experience behind him, and he shapes as a genuine danger here.
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Oisin Orr 14%Edward Bethell 17%4-17No signal8/1 8/1 15/2Well beaten at Wetherby last time, unable to get into contention from off the pace; has won over 7f on good ground and showed ability in the run before that setback — a recovery would make her a factor.
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7P0-25No signal6/1 15/2 11/2Beaten six lengths at Listowel last time in a run that reads better than it looks — she was never in an ideal position throughout. Handles this distance and going and is showing a return to form. Yet to score in her last five, but not without a shout here.
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UP62/No signal40/1 33/1 40/1Hard to recommend on the form available, returning after a long absence without worthwhile evidence to assess. Shows a second among his recent results but the overall picture is thin and he is ranked 11th on our figures.
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Shane Fitzgerald 10%P1-580No signal66/1 50/1 66/1His most recent hurdles start at Sligo left plenty to be desired, though he brings a win from his point career at 3m; the challenge now is translating that ability to hurdling, where he has so far struggled to show his best.
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Kevin Healy(7) 10%Declan Queally 18%07-882No signal10/3 5/2 10/3Runner-up at Sligo last time, caught close home after stepping up in trip, though she now operates off a mark 4lb higher. First-time hood applied; effective over today's distance and handles soft ground, usually settles well when ridden patiently. Must find more to feature here.
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W J Martin 6%8-0No signal150/1Well beaten on both her recent bumper appearances, she now makes the switch to hurdling with first-time tongue-tie applied, suggesting connections see room for improvement; that bumper form leaves her something to prove, but the discipline change could work in her favour.
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Gavin Cromwell 11%20P0-PNo signal12/1 9/1 11/1Brought to a halt in a handicap chase at Kilbeggan last time, his recent form has been deeply inconsistent with two non-completions in his last five starts; effective at 2m4f in cut, first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces offer a change of approach.
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Jack Mitchell 16%Mark Loughnane 10%—No signal50/1 28/1 50/1A 58,000gns Dark Angel colt who is a full brother to Green Amoro, useful at 7f, with a dam that excelled at 5f; the pedigree has appeal but this is a tough first start. The trainer is without a recent winner and he faces a demanding ask here.
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Rebecca Menzies 11%352352No signal2/1 Evs 32/17Looked unfortunate when beaten ½l at Beverley just 10 days ago from a 1lb higher mark, finding his run blocked at a key moment; he handles 12-16f on a sound surface and steps out in a first-time visor, making this an excellent opportunity to go one better.
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G. F. Carroll 10%-16334No signal5/1 6/1 5/1Won at Cork off a lower mark earlier in the season and has held his form since; ran to his level last time beaten five lengths off today's same mark. Effective over the distance and going, with that mark looking lenient on his best run.
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Jason Watson 13%Ollie Sangster 14%855132No signal11/10 31/19 10/11Effective over this trip and going, she won by a short-head three starts back and has maintained her form since, finishing second off the same mark she carries today; she is our top-ranked runner, with the quick six-day turnaround the only flag.
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/600-7No signal12/1 11/1 12/1Effective over seven to ten furlongs on today's ground, with first-time tongue-tie alongside a retained visor — he was arguably too prominent at Leopardstown last time and beaten seven lengths, so the headgear change could prove the key. A declining run of form is the main reservation.
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6-4414No signal11/2 9/2 11/2Steadily progressive through recent starts, Bye Bye Now landed a race earlier this season before running fourth at Dundalk last time, just 2l behind the leader off a mark 2lb higher than today's; effective at 5-6f on AW and back after a break, she has claims.
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900-02No signal3/1 7/4 3/1Ran second at Listowel a month ago, beaten 3 lengths off a slightly lower mark, and she handles today's trip and ground. First-time hood added, but her patchy record makes her hard to rely on repeating that improvement.
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2U2No signal5/1 11/2 9/2Placed at Punchestown last time despite some jumping errors over three miles, showing he handles the trip on a sound surface; first-time hood and tongue-tie add interest, and he has a chance if the jumping holds together here.
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Joanna Mason 12%120-99No signal28/1 18/1 28/1Well beaten at Hamilton last time on a trip that went well beyond her comfort zone; first-time visor and a return to 6f are both potential pluses for a mare with ability over shorter, and she is worth considering.
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1782-5No signal15/2 9/2 13/2Performed to her level at Beverley on her most recent outing, beaten 3l in a handicap at this course; has a win in her last five starts and drops in grade today after 79 days off, though the sounder ground and a little to find on these terms are the queries.
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James Ryan 7%—No signal10/1 11/1 9/1Debut today and faces a tough enough task; an Earthlight gelding whose dam showed smart form at seven furlongs and was a multiple winner on the all-weather. Pedigree suggests he could be capable, but he needs to learn on the job.
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Harry Skelton 26%Dan Skelton 22%2FP0P-No signal6/1 3/1 6/1Winless in recent starts and off the course for 84 days, having been pulled up at Aintree on his most recent outing. The drop in class is notable and the trainer is in good form, but the mark remains stiff for a yard debut and today's ground is quicker than his best conditions.
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Gavin Cromwell 11%8/S-No signal22/1 16/1 22/1Coming back from 418 days off the track, he came down at Killarney when under pressure and has plenty to prove after a lengthy absence; first-time hood is the angle but he is hard to back with confidence until he shows more.
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Gavin Ryan 8%Mark Fahey 13%09No signal80/1 50/1 80/1Inexperienced and never a factor in his last start at Gowran Park, down the field, and a major step forward is required to get involved today. Hard to fancy on his current level of form.
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Kieran Shoemark 14%Ed Walker 16%170-72No signal5/1 5/1 4/1Finished second at Nottingham last time, beaten 2½l off a 1lb higher mark when tried over 5f; back at that same trip here and the conditions look ideal. Effective at 5/6f on good ground and our top-rated runner, she has every reason to go well here.
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Ryan Kavanagh 11%Ian Williams 11%968-97No signal66/1Pulled wide by a tricky draw at Chester most recently and well beaten, though the sharp nature of that track may have hindered him; acts on good ground at 7f. Rated last in the field on our figures with a trainer who has fired just once in 28 recent runners.
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Joe Leavy 11%Brian Meehan 9%20TTop Rated Whisper 1 signal3/1 FCST 5/2Well beaten late in a Group 2 at Ascot after racing prominently throughout, but this represents a significant drop in grade; effective at 6f on good and fast ground and if his stamina holds at 7f, he sets the form standard here.
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Gordon Elliott 18%11626-No signal6/1 5/1 11/2Progressive until his most recent outing when well held up in grade in a handicap hurdle, he now steps into chasing after a lengthy absence in first-time cheekpieces; effective at 2m4f-3m, the discipline change is the key question here.
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Liz Doyle 7%98-055No signal9/1Fifth in her handicap debut at Listowel, beaten 10l but handling the switch to handicap company; effective at 2m and the trajectory appears to be moving in the right direction, which gives grounds for cautious encouragement here.
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Jack Cleary 8%J A Nash 2%0/4-74No signal20/1 28/1 20/1Has the ability for this grade on her day but having done too much early over hurdles at Clonmel last time, she returns to the Flat on ground she handles. An inconsistent performer, though the conditions and trip are not beyond her.
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10222-No signal12/1 17/2 12/1Runner-up three times in his last five starts, he was beaten around three and a half lengths at Sligo most recently off a slightly higher mark; returning from a long layoff in first-time tongue-tie, he has a chance if that level holds.
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Clifford Lee 17%K. R. Burke 20%1BBoD Whisper 1 signal7/2 7/2 10/3Showed genuine promise when landing a maiden at Catterick by a neck on debut and should continue to improve with that experience under his belt; bred to get beyond 7f and acts on good to soft, though stall eleven is a wide berth to overcome.
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6333-0No signal28/1 FCST 25/1Usually races from the rear and the soft ground at Leopardstown last time may have hindered her; effective over today's trip, adding a first-time tongue-tie. Her form in both codes this season has been poor, and stall 17 is wide.
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P J Rothwell 7%30-FNo signal100/1Tumbled two out at Downpatrick on his latest start, which overshadows an earlier third and gives him something to prove at the obstacles; effective at this sort of trip and on soft ground, though jumping confidence needs to hold up here.
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Terry Casey 7%9No signal80/1 50/1 80/1Inexperienced on his only start at Navan, where he showed nothing and was well beaten; all to prove here. Speed in the pedigree is a positive, but stall 8 is wide and he must show significant improvement.
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Daniel Tudhope 18%David O'Meara 13%-70842No signal6/4 FCST 5/4Narrowly denied at this course last week, going down by a neck off a 1lb higher mark than today’s; wears a first-time visor with a trainer who has an excellent course record — needs to build on that effort, but a win looks overdue.
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204312No signal9/1 11/2 8/1Won by a neck off a lower mark at Dundalk two runs back and ran to form last time, second beaten three lengths despite missing the break — one pound lower today. Effective over today's distance on any going; first-time visor added on a short break.
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Ryan Moore 24%Andrew Balding 18%43-332WHTW Whisper 1 signal7/4 3/2 7/4Consistent at 6f on good ground, he pushed the winner close at Windsor last time, beaten half a length off a mark 2lb lower than today's. First-time tongue-tie and the booking of Ryan Moore strengthen the case for our top-rated runner here.
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Freddie Keighley 12%Martin Keighley 14%223-42No signal9/4 10/3 2/1Consistent over hurdles with a string of placed efforts, he filled the runner-up spot at Worcester last time beaten just 1½ lengths on a marginally lower mark. Effective at today's distance and conditions, and a flat track like Newton Abbot plays to his strengths; hard to dismiss.
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Oisin Orr 14%00-226No signal10/1 9/2 10/1Below par here last time, beaten 6½l, but his April form suggests he remains on a fair mark; wears a visor for the first time today over 6f on sound ground — if the new headgear sparks a response, he has a genuine case.
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Mr P W Mullins 33%W. P. Mullins 26%2No signal15/8 32/17 7/4Shaped with ability when placed second in a mares bumper at Tramore 34 days ago, beaten 5 lengths on her only start, and handles this trip and going. Top-rated on our figures and tries a first-time hood; she warrants plenty of respect stepping forward here.
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Terry Casey 7%0700-No signal40/1Returning from a 260-day absence and has yet to show much over distances up to eight furlongs; was well beaten in a maiden at The Curragh on his most recent start. Hard to recommend.
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Sam Ewing 12%Gordon Elliott 18%3410-6No signal16/1 12/1 16/1Struggling badly with his fencing at Kilbeggan last time in a beginners' chase when left behind by the pace and well beaten, he clearly needs to improve his technique over the bigger obstacles; effective at 2m4f, first-time cheekpieces are fitted.
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Phil McEntee 11%517086No signal80/1 FCST 66/1Well below her best at Yarmouth last time and has managed to pass only one rival across her four most recent outings; a first-time visor is the obvious change. Suited to 5f on a sound surface but sits at the foot of our figures and needs a significant turnaround.
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Sean Levey 13%Richard Hannon 12%7832U7No signal8/1 9/1 15/2Beaten only 3 lengths at York last time off a mark 1lb above today's, though he was caught for pace and it left the impression he'd be better served by a longer distance. Rated third in the field on our figures, he's on a potentially attractive mark with first-time cheekpieces.
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G. F. Carroll 10%G. M. Lyons 16%—No signal9/1 8/1 9/1A debut colt by a high-class miler whose dam was a useful performer at a mile; his half-brother showed sharp form at six furlongs, and the yard gets its horses ready for their first start. Bred to handle today's trip and looks a notable contender, despite the trainer's lean current spell.
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Myla Coppins 17%Tony Carroll 13%536583No signal7/1 9/2 7/1Placed a narrow third in a classified event at Brighton on his latest start, fitting cheekpieces today; handles this trip on good ground and all-weather, though his form has been patchy and he is yet to win.
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Laura Pearson 10%David Loughnane 12%-45973No signalSP 2/1 10/3Ran in better form last time when beaten just over a length at Carlisle, which offers some encouragement; however, her best efforts tend to come at distances beyond today's 12f, and she has ground to make up on the top-rated.
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849-68No signal8/1 FCST 15/2Effective at 6f and with a trainer who has a strong record in this contest, Dandy Land was beaten further than expected at Fairyhouse last time, failing to build on her prior form; she remains open to better in handicaps but needs a sharper showing here.
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Lucy Gardner 5%352-U1No signal6/1 4/1 6/1Back to his best last time at Uttoxeter, grinding out a handicap victory by just over a length off a lower mark. Form has been inconsistent, but the confidence from that success could carry through; effective at today's distance and going.
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0897-PNo signal33/1 FCST 28/1Consistent at the wrong end of the field and again failing to complete at Downpatrick last time, he is difficult to recommend on what he has produced to date; first-time cheekpieces are the only positive angle but there is plenty of improvement required.
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Colin Keane 16%M D O'Callaghan 12%175-33No signal9/1 15/2 17/2Returning after a 112-day layoff with first-time blinkers; ran well at Dundalk last time, beaten one and a half lengths off a mark higher than today's. Generally consistent at this distance and handles the going, though a better surface usually suits her best.
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Gina Mangan 11%258-34No signalevn 5/6 EvsHandles 5f on fast ground and all-weather surfaces well, and her latest Bath handicap — a 3-length fourth — looks like a reappearance effort; she should come on for that run and is third on our figures.
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070-No signal33/1 22/1 33/1Down the field at Tramore most recently in a maiden hurdle, well beaten in each of his last three starts. He has yet to give any indication of ability, and a short break is unlikely to change the picture significantly. Hard to see him troubling the leaders here.
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Darragh O'Keeffe 13%Sean McParlan 11%/79/P-No signal33/1Off since a pulled-up effort in a handicap chase at Cartmel nearly a year ago, returning from a lengthy spell away with form trending in the wrong direction. Handles this trip and going, but the layoff combined with that downward trajectory makes this a tough ask.
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Rob Hornby 12%Warren Greatrex 15%6No signal6/1 6/1 11/2Put in a below-par debut at Doncaster but entitled to step forward considerably with that experience behind him; he may also benefit from a different tactical approach here and holds solid claims on our figures.
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324825No signal11/2 10/1 11/2Placed three times in his last six starts but yet to win, and rated at the foot of our figures here; first-time cheekpieces arrive after a poor Salisbury effort last time, and his speed rating suggests ability remains untapped.
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311253No signal11/1 6/1 10/1Third in a Listed contest at Ascot last time in a performance that reads to form, and his progressive record around that level makes him a credible threat; first-time cheekpieces, acts on this ground and effective over today's trip, though this step up in class is the test.
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Jack Kennedy 23%Gordon Elliott 18%4220-2WHTW Whisper 1 signal11/10 6/5 EvsSecond beaten 5 lengths at Cork on his latest outing, he has shown consistent form at 2m-3m on soft and good ground; first-time blinkers add an extra angle and the consistent placing record makes him the clear standard-setter.
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Danny Gilligan 11%Ross O'Sullivan 10%34323-No signal13/2 11/2 6/1Third in a beginners' chase at Thurles most recently when a shorter trip than ideal worked against him, he is effective at 2m4f-3m; returning from a lengthy break in first-time tongue-tie, he can go well if at his previous level.
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Sean Levey 13%Richard Hannon 12%—No signal14/1 12/1 14/1A 92,000-guinea Acclamation colt, full-brother to Tabarrak who was high-class at 7f, with a dam that was smart at 8f and successful on her debut; the market should be informative on his first start, and the 7f trip looks well within his compass on breeding.
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Mason Paetel(3) 11%Joe Tickle 11%433-16No signal20/1 10/1 20/1Won narrowly at Bath off a lower mark two starts back, with today's mark looking fair; however, her latest effort saw her beaten 10l off the same mark and she needs to find that form again — she handles this distance and going.
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Rossa Ryan 18%David Evans 13%1-7103No signalSP FCST 10/1Won by three-quarters of a length at Salisbury three starts back and ran to his level last time, third beaten 4 lengths off the same mark. First-time visor for a gelding who handles good ground at this trip; quick return after just four days, and his inconsistency warrants care.
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Conor Lamon 0%3490-PNo signal40/1 50/1 40/1Failed to complete at Listowel on her latest start and has been inconsistent throughout her recent runs, with a couple of well-beaten efforts either side of that. Blinkers applied for the first time; she handles today's distance. Yet to score in her last five and the profile offers little encouragement.
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Zak Wheatley 10%Declan Carroll 11%5-5438No signal18/1 FCST 16/1Failed to get into it at Carlisle 24 days ago when stepped up in trip, but was in solid form before that; handles this track well and acts on fast ground, though dropping back to this distance from a longer run is a query.
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Mason Paetel(3) 11%Oliver Cole 11%17-432No signal10/3 7/4 10/3Narrowly denied at Goodwood last time, going down by a nose off a 1lb lower mark; proven at today's 7f and conditions, with his recent form showing steady improvement, and our figures put him comfortably clear of this field.
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Dougie Costello 10%2-3161No signal9/1 7/1 17/2Landing a handicap by a neck at Thirsk last time showed the right attitude and she arrives in fine form, now 4lb higher. At her best over 5f on a sound surface; she is fifth on our figures but a solid each-way prospect if the rise proves manageable.
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TBARoss O'Sullivan 10%44-U1UNo signal5/1 FCST 9/2Coming off a departure at Downpatrick 20 days ago, though he was progressive when winning over fences before that fall and handles this trip and ground. A tongue-tie is fitted for the first time today; a strong danger if he completes the course.
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Freddie Keighley 12%Martin Keighley 14%7PPP-1No signal5/1 9/4 5/1Revived from a lengthy break to land a handicap by 15 lengths at Southwell last time off a 9lb lower mark, with a positive ride drawing the best from him. Proven at today's distance and conditions; the upward revision in the weights is the key question.
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Ryan Moore 24%Michael Bell 13%51-157No signalSP FCST 10/1Beaten six lengths here in a Group 3 last time — a result that may overstate his current level slightly — yet today's 16f trip is at the heart of his ability and he acts well on good; first-time tongue-tie, though his trainer is in a lean spell.
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J J Slevin 13%17603-No signal5/2 FCST 9/4Third in a Listed hurdle at Punchestown on his most recent outing, this generally progressive sort is effective at 2m4f-3m on decent ground and makes his chase debut here; off a short break, he rates a serious danger.
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Nigel Tinkler 11%20-500No signalSP 11/1 12/1Out of form of late with a poor York run most recently, he steps from a wide draw at stall 9 in a first-time visor; acts on any going over 5f and his mark has eased, but a more consistent showing is needed.
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James Ryan 7%T G McCourt 7%4-0474No signal10/1 FCST 9/1Racing for the second day running, he found the shorter trip at Fairyhouse too sharp last time and was beaten eight lengths; returning to eight furlongs suits his profile. Handles the going and is competitively placed, but needs to bounce back on a quick turnaround.
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Edward Greatrex 14%Ian Williams 11%327205No signal5/2 7/2 5/2Effective over 5f on a sound surface and ran to form beaten 1½l off his current mark at Hamilton last time. Inclined to pull early, but that didn’t cost him and he handles the conditions; he rates the one to beat in this field.
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James Ryan 7%T G McCourt 7%4-5628No signal10/1Generally a consistent performer at this level, effective over today's trip, and she rates highly on our figures at rank 3. Her last outing at Navan was well beaten without ever threatening, and the first-time cheekpieces will need to spark an improvement.
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W. P. Mullins 26%40PP-3No signal5/1 4/1 9/2Third on his chase debut at this venue in a beginners' chase, back on better going, he has shown an aptitude for fences and handles 3m on decent ground; first-time tongue-tie is applied and the stable has a strong record in this contest.
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Edward Bethell 17%35No signal13/2 4/1 6/1Third on debut, she dropped below that level at Carlisle 24 days ago, beaten 5¼l in a novice over 6f; first-time tongue-tie fitted here and she handles 6f on good ground, so a step back toward her best form could make her a threat.
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Ben Jones 17%Ben Pauling 17%533-33No signal11/4 3/1 9/4Third at Fontwell on her most recent start, stepping up in trip, she shows solid consistent form but remains without a win. Effective at today's distance and conditions, and first-time cheekpieces could provide the extra sharpness her debut form suggested she is capable of finding.
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Mark Walford 11%548-00No signal16/1 16/1 14/1Down the field at Redcar 46 days ago in a well-beaten effort, his mark has since eased but more is required; handles 7/8f on good ground and all-weather, but his trainer is out of form and our figures rate him last of these — hard to make a case.
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Barry McHugh 9%Paul Midgley 11%-09063No signal4/1 5/1 7/2Back near her best with a third at Nottingham 13 days ago, beaten just 1¼l off a 1lb higher mark; she handles 5f on any going and her stable has landed this race twice in the last five runnings, making her a lively contender despite a winless recent spell.
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J P Flavin 5%—No signal66/1 50/1 66/1By Order Of St George and related to a bumper and hurdles scorer on the dam's side, though the dam herself was well beaten; makes his debut here and, while the yard is capable, he is very difficult to assess first time out.
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Mason Paetel(3) 11%James Owen 18%3221No signal6/4 Evs 18/13Consistent and progressive, she took a handicap at Ripon last time and arrived in good form beforehand; first-time cheekpieces add an angle for the step up to 12f, though she does carry a 4lb higher mark today.
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David Nolan 12%Paul Midgley 11%273031No signal5/1 11/4 5/1Landing a handicap by a length at Thirsk last time ended a lengthy absence from the winner’s enclosure, and she comes here just 4lb higher. Consistent and effective at 5f on any ground, she rates second on our figures and remains a genuine danger.
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Tom Bellamy 16%F76-51No signal5/2 11/4 9/4Landed a handicap by 3 lengths at Worcester last time off a reduced mark, the tongue-tie retained after that success. Effective at today's distance and conditions, with more improvement potentially to come in handicaps; the rise for that success looks manageable.
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830-20No signal15/2 6/1 15/2A front-runner effective at 5/6f on a sound surface, he found soft ground at Epsom 27 days ago against him when beaten 7¼l; back on a better surface with first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces, a return to form looks on the cards.
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Ryan Moore 24%S. P. C. Woods 12%23No signal7/2 3/1 11/4Held up by interference at a key stage last time yet still managed a two-length third here on his most recent start, which reads better than it appears; has speed in his pedigree but seems effective at 7f on good ground and remains a genuine player.
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5736-UNo signal3/1 2/1 5/2Generally consistent as a juvenile and still a notable player on that two-year-old form, Ennoble came to grief at Navan last time; conditions and trip suit, he trains with a top course handler, and a big chance awaits if he comes here ready to run.
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Saffie Osborne 14%Jamie Osborne 12%422330No signal8/1 12/1 15/2A solid record at this trip on any going, but a well-below-form turf reappearance at York last time clouds the picture. Winless for close to three years, though consistent placings across that spell suggest he retains a decent level of ability at this distance.
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J. S. Moore 7%646No signal33/1 22/1 25/1Unable to get into contention when sixth in a maiden at Lingfield on his latest start, he handled the trip to place fourth the run before; improvement is required here, but he handles today's distance and is capable of better.
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R55-7PNo signal40/1 33/1 40/1Exiting at Tramore on his latest start, with a refusal in his recent form, he is in disappointing shape at the lower levels; carries a light weight and acts at 2m, but there is a great deal to find on the evidence of recent runs.
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Lauren Young 11%Jim Goldie 14%000094No signal9/4 32/17 9/4Shaped with renewed purpose at Ayr last time, beaten 2l off this mark, suggesting she is approaching her best again. Handles 5/6f on any going and rates second on our figures; her record on good ground is particularly strong and she is the principal danger here.
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Pat Dobbs 14%Richard Hannon 12%389425No signal18/1 9/1 16/1Beaten 8l at Goodwood last time, some way short of his best, and needs to find considerably better to make an impact here. Goes on any ground and stays 12f though may be at his most effective at 8–10f; a recovery in form is required.
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Nigel Tinkler 11%6697No signal18/1 16/1 18/1Bred to handle this trip, Eva The Deeva was slowly away and well held on her handicap debut at Ripon 36 days ago; she has run on similar going before, but is yet to demonstrate reliable form and the trainer's record has been quiet.
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Jack Nicholls 12%Clive Cox 17%916-95No signal11/2 11/1 11/2Lowest on our figures, she carries a strong speed figure and has won in recent starts; held at Chester on her latest handicap outing, beaten over 4l, and the 6f trip may stretch her ideal distance range — first-time blinkers as connections seek improvement.
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Rossa Ryan 18%Grace Harris 10%-90190No signal18/1 12/1 18/1A three-quarter length success at Chester three starts back shows he can do it, but he has been highly inconsistent around that effort. Retained cheekpieces and a 2lb pull in the weights add interest, though his current official mark looks demanding.
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Mr J J Berry 8%3No signal14/1 FCST 12/1Third on debut at Punchestown 26 days ago, beaten 4 lengths in a mares bumper, running freely but staying on. Handles this trip and going, with more to come as she settles — a genuine danger to the selection if she can repeat that level.
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Jack Nicholls 12%Malcolm Saunders 12%—No signal125/1 50/1 100/1By Far Above out of a dam who showed fair 6f form at two; entitled to learn from this debut outing, though others hold a more prominent place in the market here.
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Brian Hayes 10%W. P. Mullins 26%31P0-UNo signal11/2 FCST 5/1After unseating in a beginners' chase at Punchestown on his most recent outing, he is worth another chance over fences having shown he handles 3m with cut; the stable has a strong record in this race and he remains a live danger.
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John Egan 9%Daisy Hitchins 10%—No signal125/1 40/1 125/1Son of Flag Of Honour out of a dam who was useful over 5f at two; faces a tough ask on debut and rated last on our figures, though debut performances can always be deceptive.
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Gavin Ryan 8%J A Stack 12%37207No signal11/2Beaten four and a half lengths at The Curragh last time from a drop in class, Focaccia has shown promise over 5f on this ground; questions about her temperament remain a factor, but she arrives in decent form and is a genuine danger if at her best here.
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Connor Beasley 13%Charlie Johnston 13%39-012No signal13/2 5/1 13/2Posted a narrow second at his last outing 34 days ago, beaten a neck off a mark of 86, and arrives here 1lb higher. Effective at 7–9f on a sound surface and in decent shape; a midfield contender on our figures but capable of going well if reproducing that effort.
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Sean Bowen 24%Olly Murphy 23%13No signal4/1 9/4 10/3Third on her most recent start at Southwell after setting too strong a pace in a bumper, she had landed a debut win beforehand and ought to make further progress switching to hurdles. First-time hood may help her find a better rhythm; the key is whether she settles more readily.
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W. P. Mullins 26%3/43P-No signal7/2 9/2 7/2Top-rated on these figures, Fou De Toi showed useful form in France and has the profile of a horse capable of better; effective at today's trip, he disappointed on his last outing but returns after a 90-day break and the drop in trip looks favourable.
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John G Carr 3%44-421No signal14/1 12/1 14/1Landed a handicap at Downpatrick 20 days ago off a 6lb lower mark and handles this ground and trip. In good form over fences, though he has a higher mark to overcome today and tries first-time tongue-tie and blinkers.
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Tom Marquand 16%William Haggas 23%53-52No signal4/11 FCST 5/14Shaped well at Nottingham when runner-up last time, and returns in first-time hood with trainer in fine nick; rated well clear on our figures and gives the impression of a filly still well short of her ceiling.
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Chris Hayes 10%P J F Murphy 5%007065No signal14/1 10/1 12/1Fifth at Leopardstown last time beaten five lengths, running to his current level; best suited to seven furlongs but handles any ground. First-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces added, though his form has been moderate and a step forward is needed to get involved.
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Shane Foley 11%6No signal3/1 10/3 5/2Caught the eye on debut at Down Royal, travelling strongly before finishing beaten three and a half lengths in an auction race; acts on soft and handles today's distance. Should come on for the experience and has plenty in his favour.
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James Doyle 21%Andrew Balding 18%60-460No signal9/2Beaten well down the field over an excessive distance at Ascot last time, but returns to a trip within his compass here; stays 14f well on a sound surface, and his stable having landed this race last year adds confidence, though a return to form is still to come.
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Tom Queally 10%00/00/No signal40/1 25/1 40/1Four consecutive unplaced efforts represent a concern, and a comfortable defeat in a hurdle at Fontwell last time adds to the caution. The combination of tongue-tie and cheekpieces applied for the first time may spark some improvement on the Flat, but he's one to watch rather than back.
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David Nolan 12%Paul Midgley 11%83-347No signal4/1 7/2 3/1Hampered by having to go wide from a difficult position at Carlisle last time and beaten 5l; showed decent form prior to that, acts over today’s 6f trip on good ground — a cleaner passage could see him perform better.
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Harry Skelton 26%Dan Skelton 22%3-14No signal9/2 7/4 7/2Progressive in bumpers with a win to her name, she switches to hurdles for a trainer in sparkling form who is striking at a high rate recently. Effective at today's distance and conditions, and her bumper ability suggests she is capable of making an impact in this sphere.
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Sean Bowen 24%U4-125No signal6/1 17/2 11/2A point winner who has struggled to reproduce that level under rules; effective at today's trip and going, though she was comfortably held at Southwell last time despite holding a decent early position, and needs to find a better level.
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Danny Gilligan 11%Ross O'Sullivan 10%075-43No signal7/2 10/3 7/2Third in a beginners chase at Tramore last time, beaten 16 lengths, and is developing over fences on ground he handles. Tries a tongue-tie for the first time today; winless in his last five but a danger to the selection at this level.
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Billy Loughnane 18%Hugo Palmer 13%143-3No signal7/1 11/2 7/1Hampered when a length and a quarter third in a Group 3 at Ascot last time, with his true level arguably understated by that result; stays 10f, acts on a sound surface and the trainer is in excellent form — plenty more to come from this one.
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Shane Foley 11%-54108SSteamer Whisper 1 signal8/1 12/1 8/1Won at this trip in the past and handles soft and good ground, but was well beaten at Leopardstown last time, possibly struggling on testing conditions; first-time blinkers added today. A better effort is needed, and she has the ability to return to form.
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7-4No signal17/2 12/1 15/2Fourth beaten 18 lengths at Punchestown when stepped up to 3m, he shaped as though finding that longer trip to his liking and handles today's going; some further progression is needed to get fully involved.
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J J Slevin 13%0/0P9-No signal17/2 11/1 17/2Ninth at Clonmel on his most recent start, showing more initiative but fading late having perhaps needed that run after a break; effective at this sort of trip and beyond on heavy and yielding, and could take a step forward now that outing is under his belt.
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Jack Tudor 13%4/8P-9No signal66/1 40/1 66/1Making a fresh start with a new yard, and her Southwell run last month can be treated as a debut effort for the stable; she acts on today's going, but has shown little under rules thus far and needs to show considerably more.
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Leigh Roche 6%481385No signal4/1 3/1 7/2Effective at seven to eight furlongs, but well held at Limerick last time when back up in trip, and her previous win came in a claiming race — a step up in quality is needed. First-time cheekpieces today.
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Mr J C Barry 6%—No signal66/1A Getaway gelding on debut today with no form to go on, half-brother to Mollie De Mai who was below her best at this kind of trip. Pedigree gives limited encouragement at today's distance; hard to assess.
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280-00No signal66/1 40/1 66/1Well beaten in his last three outings after a promising placed effort; sound ground here suits him as his form has only materialised on those surfaces, but a long run without threatening the principals makes him difficult to recommend.
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407No signal12/1 13/2 11/1Caught the eye with a promising debut but subsequent efforts have been disappointing; a return to that initial level is possible from this fresher mark, though the ground today is firmer than conditions he has shown his best form on.
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342-21No signal7/4 9/2 3/2Consistent in form and travelling particularly well last time, landing a handicap by 20 lengths at Stratford just four days ago off a 7lb lower mark. Proven at today's distance on similar ground and wears a tongue-tie for the first time; the revised mark is the one question.
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H Rogers 10%84-769No signal16/1 11/1 14/1Held up from off the pace at Roscommon last time and finished well beaten, never getting into the race; a marked revival is needed here. Handles the distance and going, but the wide draw at stall 14 does not help.
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Tom Broughton 11%35PP-9No signal80/1 50/1 66/1A useful performer over fences, he arrives over hurdles having finished down the field at Stratford most recently in what appeared a conditioning run. Both a tongue-tie and visor appear on him for the first time; the going suits but others arrive here with considerably better recent form.
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P6-P5No signal50/1 33/1 50/1Fifth at Kilbeggan latest, doing his better work late in the race wearing a tongue-tie and comfortably held, but the step back up to a longer trip today is a positive; effective at this sort of distance on a sound surface, though overall recent form is patchy.
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George Wood 11%David Pipe 16%5/8/45TTop RatedSSteamer Nod 2 signals15/2 28/1 15/2Returning to the Flat after a hurdles outing, which makes her current form hard to gauge; trainer is in good form and she handles today's distance, but our figures put her at the foot of the field here.
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Paul Nolan 10%830-37No signal9/2 4/1 9/2Raced too freely in the early stages here last time and was beaten a long way as a result; rated second on these figures and clearly effective with cut in the ground over 2m-2m3f, he has shown enough on earlier occasions to suggest he can progress if more settled.
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Scott Dixon 7%943137No signal28/1 28/1 25/1Won by over a length at Brighton three starts back off a lower mark before a poor latest effort, seventh and beaten 6l off today's same mark; wears a visor for the first time and handles this distance and going.
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Joanna Mason 12%29-211No signal9/2 11/4 9/2Won here last time by a head off a 4lb lower mark, sealing back-to-back wins with a resolute effort; effective over today’s trip and surface, she bids for a hat-trick off a raised mark — the key question is whether she can repeat from a wide draw.
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Daniel Muscutt 14%Owen Burrows 21%1No signalSP 4/1 11/2Landed a maiden here by a neck on debut despite meeting interference, suggesting there is more to come with a cleaner passage; effective over 7f on good ground and with the trainer in excellent form, he is a live threat despite carrying a penalty.
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5-2331No signal20/1 9/1 18/1Thrived on a proactive ride when shortening in trip last time, taking a handicap at Lingfield by 3½ lengths off a mark 6lb lower than today's. Steps back up in distance today, a return he is respected for, and first-time cheekpieces suggest connections are managing the transition.
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Leigh Roche 6%W. McCreery 9%523313No signal4/1 7/2 4/1In fine fettle since landing at Navan two starts back, Happy Henry was a solid third last time off the same mark as today; tries first-time cheekpieces, handles 5-6f on a range of conditions, and connections have a strong record in this race.
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/3P07-No signal18/1 18/1 16/1Beaten well down the field on his hurdles return at Naas, he has been short of his best this season and needs to rediscover his earlier level; returning from a break at the foot of our ratings, he makes a difficult case.
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David Allan 13%Tim Easterby 11%-62372No signal6/5 5/4 11/10Led the field at Ripon 15 days ago and went down by just half a length from a mark a pound lower than today; his yard holds a fine record at this course and Hatamoto, who stays the mile well, has strong claims to dictate again.
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Paul Nolan 10%56P8-6No signal15/2 13/2 15/2Sixth at Clonmel last time, fading in the final stages after returning from a break; the effort was in keeping with his form profile and he should be sharper for it now. First-time cheekpieces applied; handles today's distance and going and usually settles well held up. A consistent sort who merits respect.
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Cian Horgan 5%433226No signal11/1 5/1 10/1Pulled hard and well below his best at Chester 20 days ago, but that effort can be excused and he had shown solid form prior with several placed efforts; effective over 10-14f on good ground, he steps into first-time cheekpieces and a return to form makes him a threat.
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Billy Loughnane 18%George Boughey 18%82No signal10/1 12/1 17/2Beaten a neck on her second start at Lingfield last time after showing the benefit of her debut outing; a speedy pedigree with her dam successful at Listed level gives her appeal, though stall eight is a wide berth and this is a significant rise in class.
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Charles Bishop 10%346-30No signal10/3 7/2 10/3Ranked last of five on our figures, he struggled badly in a Group 1 at Ascot most recently, leaving plenty to prove on his return to handicap company. First-time cheekpieces on a colt whose best trip is 6f, though an official mark of 100 looks stiff.
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Paul O'Brien 14%Helen Nelmes 6%05-58No signal9/1 14/1 8/1First-time tongue-tie for a gelding who carries Flat ability over the hurdles journey; he acts on today's going and trip, and while his opening handicap run here was below par, an improved show on a going day is not beyond him.
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Isabelle Ryder 16%7213P-No signal18/1 10/1 18/1Off the track for over six months, having been pulled up at Fakenham last time on soft ground that did not suit him. He is a more reliable performer on sounder surfaces over fences, and today's conditions are more amenable; a tongue-tie is also added, though the lengthy absence remains a concern.
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S Curling 11%0/0-00No signal11/1 12/1 11/1Jumpy at his hurdles at Sligo last time and never involved from off the pace, he has everything to prove having failed to place in his last four starts; usually races in behind and has produced little to inspire confidence in recent outings.
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782499No signal9/1 15/2 17/2Ridden too prominently at Leopardstown last time and beaten seven lengths; two below-par efforts now to overcome. Tongue-tie and cheekpieces applied together for the first time today, and he is effective over today's trip and ground.
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Peter Maher 1%P526-3No signal16/1 14/1 16/1Third in a maiden at Ballingarry on his most recent start, beaten 16 lengths, and has yet to show what he is capable of under rules. Tries a first-time tongue-tie today; ranked 19th on our figures and hard to recommend.
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Eoin Griffin 8%425-82No signal15/2Shaped with renewed purpose at Punchestown last time, runner-up beaten four lengths off a mark 1lb lower than today's; he has been reliable without ever getting his head in front. First-time tongue-tie and blinkers added for a gelding effective at this distance and going. Rates a genuine danger on these figures.
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Colin Keane 16%William Durkan 13%8No signal15/8 5/4 7/4Failed to deliver on debut at The Curragh where he was backed to perform well, beaten five and a half lengths; a 60-day break since and he is likely capable of better. The top course jockey is a positive, though he needs to bounce back.
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727-3No signal11/2 4/1 5/1Third at Tramore 35 days ago, beaten 2.5 lengths in a ladies bumper on ground he handles, and showing steady improvement across his starts. Effective at this distance on good to yielding; a genuine danger here on our second-highest rating in the field.
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James Ryan 7%77No signal100/1 80/1 100/1Still seeking his first win after back-to-back seventh-place finishes, Howlin Wolf showed modest improvement second time out at Navan but remains well held; his sprint pedigree is the best angle, and more is needed to get competitive here.
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David Egan 14%Julie Camacho 11%122557No signal6/1 7/1 5/1Beaten 6¼l at Carlisle 24 days ago in a below-par effort, he steps out in first-time cheekpieces; effective over 5/6f on a sound surface and has a win in his last six, but needs a considerably sharper display to threaten here.
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Seamus Mullins 11%426-74No signal11/2 9/2 11/2First-time blinkers for a mare who landed this contest last year and remains on a competitive mark; she could be building toward her best this season, though she was poorly placed off a slow pace when fourth here most recently.
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David Allan 13%Tim Easterby 11%214031No signal5/2 31/19 5/2Made all to land a handicap by 1¼l at Redcar 13 days ago from a 5lb lower mark; a proven 5f performer on any going under a top handler, he arrives in form and can go well again, though the new mark is the query.
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R. P. Cleary 6%Thomas Cleary 10%8-8706No signal66/1 40/1 50/1Missed the start and finished in arrears at Down Royal 13 days ago, beaten 9½ lengths, and the overall profile in recent starts makes her hard to recommend even from a low mark. Handles today's distance and going, but improvement is needed.
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Mr B T Stone 9%P/PNo signal40/1 33/1 40/1Little to recommend her on two recent starts, both ended without completion, she has yet to show any discernible ability and arrives from a short break looking a difficult proposition to side with.
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229155No signal11/1 8/1 10/1Won at Limerick three runs back off a lower mark; fifth last time beaten two lengths on today's same mark, running to her level. Effective over this trip with cut in the ground, adding a first-time tongue-tie — the mark asks slightly more but she is trending positively.
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Mr B T Stone 9%/2331/No signal33/1 33/1 28/1Won a beginners chase at Downpatrick on his most recent start by a length, not fully extending himself at the line, and acts on this going over the trip. Top-rated on our figures, though he returns from a very lengthy absence and that is the key question.
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David Allan 13%Craig Lidster 12%5No signal9/1 17/2 9/1Showed a degree of promise on her debut when beaten 6l in a maiden at Windsor 11 days ago, and improvement is expected as she learns her trade; handles 6f on fast ground but has plenty to prove to get involved at this level.
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Jake Dickson 12%Tim Easterby 11%-73539No signal17/2 15/2 6/1Slow to break at Pontefract last time and well beaten; wears a tongue-tie and cheekpieces for the first time today, with his mark continuing to slide — the earlier form showed more promise, but significant improvement is needed here.
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Rossa Ryan 18%Ollie Sangster 14%2No signal12/1 10/1 11/1Shaped well on debut at Goodwood, pulling away from a more experienced rival before going down by two lengths in a maiden; handles 5f on good ground and is likely to progress, though this is a significant step up in class for a once-raced colt.
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545-55No signal10/1 9/1 10/1Consistent around the fifth in recent starts, he looked more encouraging last time when dropped in class at Listowel, though likely to have flattered; effective around 2m on a sound surface, he needs to back that performance up to be a factor here.
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Nigel Tinkler 11%577-06No signal33/1 22/1 33/1Comfortably held at Redcar 14 days ago and below his best throughout recent starts, Itszaboy sits at the foot of the field on our figures; his trainer has drawn a blank in the last fortnight and a significant revival is required.
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E Seymour 5%906-00No signal33/1 25/1 33/1Finished out of the frame in a handicap hurdle at Limerick 36 days ago and winless in her last five starts. Effective at 2.5m and handles this going, but has an inconsistent record; first-time blinkers are the angle to follow here.
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Alex Harvey 10%3110-PNo signal28/1 28/1 25/1Useful novice hurdler last season who showed a preference for making the running, he was last seen pulled up in a beginners' chase and needs to improve over the bigger obstacles; first-time hood is applied as connections look for a more settled performance.
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Paul W Flynn 9%00-483No signal15/2 FCST 7/1Third in his latest Flat start at Navan, beaten half a length off a mark 2lb lower than today's, which is an encouraging effort over a slightly shorter trip. Handles today's distance and going, though his record makes him unreliable to follow up.
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Jamie Powell 8%Stephen Thorne 12%42580No signal15/2 6/1 15/2Drops in class today and his Fairyhouse run on a longer trip is best overlooked; effective at seven to eight furlongs and handles today's going. Top-rated here, adding first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces — the wide draw is the only slight concern.
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Oliver Stammers 12%Grant Tuer 13%80-723No signal11/2 4/1 11/2Third at Redcar 14 days ago, beaten 7¼l in a handicap, he ran to his level and is effective over 7/8f on sound ground; placed in recent starts and consistent in form, he holds every chance of going well here.
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Oisin Murphy 22%5431-5No signal9/4 5/2 2/1Promising filly who showed her ability with a win two outings back; form dipped at Kempton last time but she is unexposed at 12f and our figures suggest she has the capability to go well here.
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Neil Callan 14%William Knight 14%4No signal2/1 5/2 32/17Shaped with considerable promise on his debut at Salisbury when 2l fourth in a novice, though that effort didn’t reflect the full extent of what he may be capable of. Effective at 6f on good ground and second on our figures; he is the main threat to the selection.
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David Probert 13%Clive Cox 17%83No signal10/1 5/1 10/1Third at Haydock on his most recent run, beaten 4¼l in a novice having built on a moderate debut; he is expected to continue progressing. Effective at 6f on soft ground; a midfield contender on our figures with room for further development.
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Keith Donoghue 13%Gavin Cromwell 11%066-04No signal6/1 11/2 6/1Showed a return to form here last time, racing prominently and finishing fourth beaten 6l in an encouraging display; effective around 2m on good ground and she has a solid chance of building on that effort, with the rating on our figures suggesting she is ahead of the handicapper.
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Jessica Maye 7%—No signal80/1 40/1 66/1A debut filly by a high-class sprinting sire out of a useful sprinting mare, Kidd has the bloodlines to handle this trip and should be effective at 5f; but with a modest purchase price and no form to assess, the market will tell more than the form book here.
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8970-1No signal9/2 4/1 9/2Landed a handicap here by four lengths last time, held up to good effect, but now operates off a mark 9lb higher. Proven on this course, distance and going, and clear at the head of our ratings. Trainer's current form is a mild concern but the overall profile demands respect.
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Ruth Carr 12%3-0224No signal11/1 13/2 11/1Fourth at Carlisle 18 days ago, beaten 3¼l off a 1lb higher mark in a run to his level; handles 7/8f on sound ground, but his trainer is out of form at just 4% over the past fortnight, making this a difficult play.
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J J Slevin 13%2800-3No signal15/2Chase debut produced a return to form at Downpatrick 20 days ago, third beaten 9 lengths over today's trip on ground he handles. Effective at 2.5m and may get further over fences; winless in recent starts but that debut effort is encouraging.
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2162P-No signal20/1 11/1 20/1Brought to a halt at Cheltenham in a hunter chase on his most recent start, he handles 3m on decent ground and has a win in his recent form; returning from a break, he needs to reproduce that earlier level to get involved here.
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Dale Swift 8%Philip Kirby 8%456478No signal7/1 6/1 7/1Out of form in his last six starts but has been dropping to what may be an appealing mark; wears cheekpieces over a trip that suits him on fitting ground — a return to form could make him competitive.
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Orla Tynan 12%A. Slattery 11%261710No signal9/1 15/2 9/1Won by three lengths at Roscommon off a lower mark two runs ago and handles this distance and going well; she was below her best last time over a shorter trip, which is excusable. Back on the same mark, the wide draw at stall 13 is the main negative.
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Tom Bellamy 16%Alan King 16%801-23TTop Rated Whisper 1 signal7/4 31/19 7/4First-time hood, and this mare has been building her profile over hurdles after a promising start in bumpers; she landed a race before a solid effort on handicap debut at Worcester three weeks ago, with trainer in fine current form.
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Chris Hayes 10%72No signal7/2 5/2 7/2Close second at Down Royal last time, beaten half a length when stepped up in trip on softer ground; acts on today's conditions and is bred for a mile. Top-rated here for a leading yard and likely to progress further.
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370P-2No signal11/8 3/2 5/4Back in form and on a mark that looks workable against his best Irish figures, he shaped well when second on his final outing for his previous yard. Effective from 2m to 2m4f, he makes a promising stable debut for a trainer currently in good form.
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TBAP J Rothwell 7%3-6302No signal5/1Second at this course last time, beaten 4 lengths off this exact mark, but exerted himself too much in the lead early on. Has been in fair form of late and handles this going; first-time cheekpieces fitted today and the quick turnaround of 3 days is worth noting.
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Oisin Murphy 22%George Scott 20%736314No signal10/3 7/4 3/1Effective over today's distance and going and the winner on her penultimate start, she was held 3l back at Yarmouth last time — a minor blip that she is well placed to put right; she takes an eye-catching rider booking and is second on our figures.
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Hector Crouch 18%Ralph Beckett 19%772-54No signal9/1 14/1 9/1Back in better form when fourth at Baden-Baden on her most recent outing over a shorter trip, but this step up in distance is a question her form doesn't answer convincingly; usually consistent, yet she faces a stiff stamina test and a strong field here.
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401070No signal28/1 22/1 25/1Won at this course in April off a lower mark, and the shorter trip here is a positive after a dire last effort at a longer distance; effective on this going and distance. First-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces today, though he has been inconsistent and the mark still asks questions.
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Sean McParlan 11%6/363-No signal14/1 9/1 14/1Drops back to hurdles after a spell over fences, most recently 8½l third in a handicap chase at Downpatrick, and faces a significant test returning from nearly 12 months off; effective over 2m-2m4f, but considerably more is needed here after such an absence.
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621037No signal5/1 FCST 9/2Down in class today and ran creditably at Down Royal last time, beaten just over two lengths over a shorter trip; effective over eight to eleven furlongs and handles today's going well. First-time hood applied; a 35-day absence is his only question mark.
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Oisin Murphy 22%Andrew Balding 18%353-8No signal3/1 9/4 11/4Showed enough in placing third twice in recent starts to suggest some upside; first-time cheekpieces may sharpen his focus, and he handles this going, though a step up to 12f from proven form at 7f is a considerable shift.
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W J Burke 4%55P-No signal80/1 50/1 80/1Making his rules debut after failing to complete in a point-to-point at Dromahane, he faces a stiff task against more experienced hurdlers; the brief break since suggests connections are ready to try him here, but he is up against it in this context.
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Sam James 14%K. R. Burke 20%—No signal5/2 7/4 5/2A £160,000 breeze-up Mehmas colt from a top trainer, he is closely related to a smart 6f performer and his dam was useful at a mile. Our top-rated runner on debut and with connections that place horses effectively first time out, he should be the one to beat.
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Billy Loughnane 18%Charlie Johnston 13%/223-3No signal8/13 9/17 8/13Acquitted himself well here last time on his return from a long absence, finishing two lengths third in a Group 3 over this course and distance; effective from 12f to 2m on a sound surface and looks to have further improvement to offer over staying trips.
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J J Slevin 13%P1-705No signal11/1 9/1 11/1Fifth last time, though interference from a faller left him with no chance to get competitive and the bare margin does him a disservice. He steps back 1lb on a surface that suits, effective between two and two-and-a-quarter miles. Rated second on our figures with a clear chance here.
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Sean McParlan 11%7/351/No signal14/1Won a handicap at Down Royal by five and a half lengths off this exact mark on his last start, showing the trip suits him on this going. The concern is a very long spell off — 554 days — and he needs to recapture that form on return.
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Sam James 14%K. R. Burke 20%233-44No signal4/1 13/2 7/2Fourth at Nottingham last time, beaten 3l off a 1lb higher mark; returns after 68 days away and is effective over this distance on good ground — some freshness from the break may help, but she has yet to score in recent starts.
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2BBoDTTop Rated Nod 2 signals5/4 32/17 11/10Beaten only a neck on her hurdles debut here, outfought in the closing stages by a stronger and more experienced rival, she showed considerable ability and is expected to build on that. Effective at today's distance and conditions, she looks ready to take a forward step.
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724-34No signal13/2 17/2 13/2Fourth in a handicap chase at Listowel last time, picking up late ground in the closing stages, he is in consistent form and handles 2m4f-3m on any going; a fair mark enhances his appeal and he rates a genuine contender.
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T G McCourt 7%—No signal66/1 FCST 50/1On debut from a yard that has shown an aptitude with newcomers, Little Diva should be at home over 5f; that said, her modest purchase price and lack of form mean the market is the best guide here.
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Jack Cleary 8%E D Delany 8%-B0000No signal22/1 22/1 20/1Run of poor efforts has persisted, beaten six lengths at Leopardstown last time with his form heading the wrong way; first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces added today. Handles today's distance and is better on a sound surface, but considerably more is needed to reverse this decline.
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Harry Skelton 26%S Curling 11%P72-2PNo signal15/8 2/1 7/4With experience between the flags and now starting out for a new yard, he steps out in first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces having been pulled up on his most recent rules appearance in Ireland. The trainer is in good form and the break since then is a positive; however, he has plenty to prove under rules.
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P0-No signal125/1 100/1 125/1Out the back and outpaced throughout in an auction bumper at Naas on his most recent start, and has not placed in his last two outings. Returning after a 200-day absence makes this a difficult one to recommend.
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Charlie O'Dwyer 10%Conor O'Dwyer 10%U02P-5No signal8/1Well held in a handicap chase at Kilbeggan 33 days ago, struggling with his fencing throughout, and has an unreliable profile. Handles this going and trip, tries first-time hood and tongue-tie; his mark looks fair on hurdle form but attitude questions linger.
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James Davies 8%Nigel Hawke 6%7-6No signal100/1 40/1 66/1Well beaten on both of her recent outings, she comes back after a break having failed to land a blow in a mares bumper here last time. Some improvement is possible as she switches to hurdles, but considerably more is required to be competitive in this field.
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Jack Kennedy 23%Gordon Elliott 18%655-31TTop Rated Whisper 1 signal9/1 7/1 17/2A winner of a novice chase at Punchestown by three-quarters of a length last time, he is building confidence over fences and handles 2m4f on soft and good; a top jockey partnership and first-time tongue-tie and blinkers add interest.
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Rose Dawes 13%Sheena West 12%7-4628No signal14/1Well held on his latest visit here, beaten 6 lengths in a handicap having been well placed; his current mark looks stiff and he sits at the bottom of our figures. Trip and ground suit, but he needs to find more to figure.
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63P-57No signal33/1 25/1 33/1Well beaten at Downpatrick last time in a mares' bumper, falling short of her previous form; makes her hurdles debut here and the step up in trip could help, though she needs to bounce back to her better level to feature.
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-07086No signalSP FCST 10/1Held to his current level when beaten 3 lengths off this mark at Fairyhouse recently, and he handles good ground well. Effective over 10-11f but stamina over today's 12f is unproven, and his form has been in decline.
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Jack Doughty 13%Rod Millman 13%6-4511No signal9/2 11/4 9/2Two successive wins to her name, including a comfortable success at Salisbury last time, with her trainer in good form; bred for speed at 5-6f and handles today's distance, though she takes on stronger opposition off a notably higher mark than on those recent wins.
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1-33No signalSP 9/1 11/1Point form has translated well under rules, with a win to his name in recent starts before a couple of placed efforts; third at Downpatrick last time in a bumper, he steps up to hurdles over a longer trip and looks capable of further progress on good ground.
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T G McCourt 7%990-05No signal25/1 25/1 22/1Raced far too freely and faded at Down Royal 13 days ago on a longer trip; she's best at 7-8f and today's 12f looks beyond her. Inconsistent overall, and while connections have taken this race before, she faces a considerable ask.
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Jack Channon 14%56-338No signal11/2 9/2 11/2Two thirds in recent starts before a Bath run over an extended trip exposed limitations in his stamina, Mali Star returns to 8f and a sound surface that suits; freshened up over 28 days and stepping down in class, he is a solid each-way contender.
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P70No signal200/1 150/1 200/1Prone to errors on hurdle debut at Clonmel where he was well beaten, this gelding is likely to need more time to develop; returning only a day later compounds the challenge and he makes limited appeal.
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P. J. McDonald 14%Bryan Smart 12%33018/No signal18/1 20/1 18/1Absent for nearly two years and last seen beaten 10l at York on soft in a poor effort; effective over 5f on a faster surface and has shown some ability in the past, but returning from such a prolonged absence makes him very difficult to assess.
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Robert Havlin 15%1-7263No signal7/2 5/2 7/2Shaped well at this course and distance last time, beaten only 2 lengths off a mark 1lb higher than today's when unable to get to the front. Top-rated on our figures, first-time cheekpieces, and a trainer with a strong course record give him clear appeal.
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A. McCann 8%46-62No signal9/1 7/1 17/2Second in a bumper at Listowel 32 days ago, beaten 3 lengths, and the distance suits him on ground he handles. Tries first-time cheekpieces today; a developing prospect who has yet to score but shaped with promise on that effort.
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/0-551No signal17/2 17/2 15/2Landed a handicap 49 days ago by 2¼ lengths off a 6lb lower mark, making good use of a forward position, and he handles middle distances on soft ground. Still progressing and lightly raced, though today's mark is considerably higher.
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Jason Hart 14%481507No signal25/1 18/1 22/1Last time out a below-form 7th at Redcar, beaten 7l off a mark of 85, he faces a wide draw from stall 8; handles 5f on sound ground and had a win in his last six, but a return to his best is needed.
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Brian Hughes 19%Ollie Pears 12%2413U-No signal7/2 FCST 3/1Successful in this race 12 months ago, she comes here after a solid Flat effort and arrives at a venue that suits her front-running style on good ground. Effective at today's distance, she can cause real problems if given a clear lead from the outset.
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Conor Whiteley 15%Fionn McSharry 13%3-8840No signal17/2 17/2 8/1Disappointed at Chester last time but effective over today’s trip and surface; his speed figures are solid and he has shown better form earlier in the season — a return to form would put him among the threats here.
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Ricky Doyle 8%Colin Bowe 8%46/23-No signal12/1 10/1 11/1Third in a mares point most recently, she handles 3m well enough but her form figures offer no standout effort and more improvement is required if she is to trouble the principals here.
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Callum Pritchard 14%32PP7-No signal11/1 10/1 11/1Well beaten at Taunton on his most recent hurdles return and back from a short break, he switches back to fences today which looks his better sphere. Effective at today's distance and conditions; the key question is whether he can produce a much-improved performance after a run of poor efforts.
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254-9No signal14/1 9/1 14/1Ninth at Windsor last time and beaten 4½l, before a 60-day absence; drops in trip today and needs to settle better, acts at 7f and mainly on artificial surfaces — these conditions represent something of an unknown, and a fluent run is the key.
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Daniel King 10%F3726-No signal25/1 33/1 22/1Comfortably held in a handicap chase at Naas on his most recent outing, he remains in reasonable shape and is effective at 2m4f-3m with cut; returning from a lengthy absence, he needs to pick up from where he left off to get involved.
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Aidan Kelly 9%A. McCann 8%2000-5No signal14/1 16/1 14/1Showed ability on her hurdles debut at Kilbeggan despite finishing fifth and being comfortably held; rated second on these figures and the step up in trip from 2m1f could bring out more, with this distance potentially a better test for her.
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Jason Hart 14%Jennie Candlish 17%0-0008No signal5/2 32/17 2/1Took a step forward at York 6 days ago when asked to tackle 10f, going down by 8l; Midnight Strike now drops back to a more suitable distance with tongue-tie and first-time cheekpieces and steps down in grade, though the firmer surface than he prefers is the question mark.
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David Nolan 12%David O'Meara 13%30-605No signal66/1 40/1 66/1Comfortably held at Catterick last time, and all his better French form was on testing ground; the sound surface here is uncertain territory. Wears a first-time hood and tongue-tie; he sits at the foot of our market and has plenty to prove.
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356528No signal9/1 15/2 17/2Racing again just two days after her last run; she went forward too eagerly at Fairyhouse and was beaten five lengths there. Handles this trip and going, has competed off higher marks, and adds tongue-tie and cheekpieces today, though stall 16 is wide.
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5-44No signal66/1Fourth in a maiden point at Tattersalls Farm, beaten 9l, he brings some experience from that sphere to his rules debut; showed ability at 3m in points and could transfer that to hurdles, though the switch to rules is a significant test.
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Rossa Ryan 18%Ismail Mohammed 12%420-15No signal7/2 6/1 10/3Landed a head verdict at Thirsk two starts back off a mark 4lb lower than today's; last time was a more modest fifth, beaten 9 lengths off the same official mark. Off 51 days; a reliable type and the trainer is striking at a decent clip currently.
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2-FSNo signal14/1 10/1 14/1Lost his footing in a bumper at Listowel 32 days ago and had earlier fallen, but shaped with promise when runner-up before those mishaps. Handles this going and acts at 2m; the bumper form is not extensive but the ability looks to be there.
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Tim Easterby 11%655935No signal15/2 13/2 15/2Adopted a prominent position at Ripon last time and ran to his mark, beaten 4¼l; his official rating continues to ease. Effective at 5f on a sound surface and happy to front-run, but yet to score in recent starts and sits fifth on our figures.
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Tom Eaves 8%Kevin Ryan 12%3No signal6/1 17/2 9/2Ran keenly on her debut when finishing third at Carlisle 46 days ago, beaten 14l, but there was encouragement in that placing for a first run; effective over 5f on good and likely to progress, she merits respect as a potential improver.
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Harry Skelton 26%Dan Skelton 22%213-72TTop RatedWHTW Nod 2 signals1/2 4/7 7/16First-time cheekpieces, and recent form is compelling: she landed a race before a close second on her stable debut off today's mark; effective at this trip on decent ground, and her trainer is among the form handlers at present.
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Charlie Fellowes 11%74150No signal4/1 7/2 4/1Beaten five lengths in a Group 2 at Ascot last time, a performance well within her capabilities at this level; acts at 5-6f on a sound surface and probably at her best over a slightly longer trip, though first-time tongue-tie could provide a boost.
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Mr D McGill 10%42No signal14/1 10/1 14/1Placed second in a bumper at Kilbeggan 18 days ago, beaten 2.5 lengths, having gained from the debut experience before that. Effective at this distance and handles this going; improvement is expected from a mare who is still finding her feet.
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Kieran Shoemark 14%Ed Walker 16%66No signal22/1 18/1 20/1Yet to trouble the principals in two starts, he produced comparable form to his debut when 3¼l adrift at Goodwood last time; the level shown is fair for a novice. Wears a first-time hood and is effective at 5/6f on soft and good; third on our figures and worth including.
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Tom Eaves 8%Kevin Ryan 12%926503No signal13/2 9/2 13/2Third at Hamilton 8 days ago, beaten a length off this very mark, he likes to lead and is effective over 5f on a sound surface; first-time tongue-tie fitted here, and though his form is patchy, he is capable of performing on his day.
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Cam Hardie 6%0024-0No signal33/1 40/1 33/1Beaten 7¼l at Thirsk last time, a long way from his best, and needs to recover that form markedly to figure here. Goes well on good ground and AW at 5/6f, but he sits at the foot of our market.
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1-0009No signal7/2 5/1 7/2Proven at today's trip and on a sound surface, and shares the highest official rating in the race; recent form has been below par but he retains the ability to get involved if recovering his earlier level.
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Jason Watson 13%Michael Appleby 13%37-130No signal15/8 2/1 31/19Effective at 6f on good-to-firm ground, he won over this trip and was performing well prior to a below-par York effort; his trainer's yard is in lean form currently, but on a fair mark he heads the rankings here.
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Liam Wright 14%George Scott 20%106632No signal4/1 3/1 4/1Beaten 2l off his current mark at Brighton last time, with the trainer in good form and the weight looking manageable. Acts on any ground and goes well at 5f, but he sits towards the bottom of our figures in a competitive field.
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Calum Hogan 7%E McNamara 10%/P3F-PNo signal18/1 14/1 18/1Had been progressing over hurdles before failing to complete at Cork last time, and returns from a brief layoff; acts on soft and good ground at this sort of trip and, while the latest defeat needs explaining, his earlier hurdle form makes him a live contender.
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0000-9No signal28/1 22/1 28/1At Kilbeggan last time, he was dropped off and beaten well, struggling to match strides throughout; seems effective at 2m but has significant improvement to find before becoming a factor in this grade, and the overall form gives little encouragement.
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0/770-No signal40/1Returning from a lengthy absence and unplaced in his last four; beaten 19 lengths on his Flat debut at Tramore last time, where a slow beginning compounded his problems. First-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces offer little reason for optimism — hard to fancy ranked last on our figures.
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Eoin Griffin 8%/073F/No signal18/1 14/1 18/1Away from the track for nearly 600 days after exiting at Navan, he faces a major test returning from such a prolonged absence; effective over 2m-2m3f and the addition of a tongue-tie could sharpen him, but overcoming that long layoff is the key concern.
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-00463No signal20/1Went off too quickly at Roscommon last time and was beaten nine lengths; adds tongue-tie and cheekpieces today. Usually races from the front and handles this trip, but appears better suited to the all-weather, and his turf form has been inconsistent.
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Ethan Tindall 10%1-1521No signal8/1 15/2 8/1Won at Hamilton last time by a neck off a 3lb lower mark, digging in well to prevail; effective over today’s trip and surface, with first-time cheekpieces adding a fresh angle — though he now takes on a stiffer task off a higher mark.
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Saffie Osborne 14%David Evans 13%15No signal28/1 16/1 28/1Well held when stepped up in class in a novice at Goodwood last time under a penalty, and the rise to 7f is uncertain to suit on breeding; his form at 6f on good to soft has the most appeal, making this a stiff test.
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Gavin Cromwell 11%085-2UNo signal7/1 13/2 7/1Parted company with his rider in a handicap chase at Tramore last time, but had shaped with promise before that. Handles this ground and trip, adds first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces, and retains potential at 3m — scope for better.
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Peter Smithers 10%97/0-PNo signal40/1 40/1 33/1Last seen being pulled up at this course, and his recent form shows little; inconsistent throughout his last four starts. Handles the distance and going and will likely be held up — first-time tongue-tie might help him settle. Needs to show he can complete before he can threaten.
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George Scott 20%35-810No signal4/6 11/10 2/3A winner in his last five starts before going down the field at a far higher grade overseas, Nepal makes his stable debut here after 134 days off; a wind operation and first-time cheekpieces accompany a significant drop in grade, and he holds strong claims.
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Robson De Aguiar 12%56No signal25/1 18/1 25/1Sprint-bred colt who was found well held at The Curragh last time, pushed along hard in a competitive maiden; he returns on the back of a short break and handles today's distance, but needs to show significant improvement to threaten.
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Danny Gilligan 11%Gordon Elliott 18%25273-No signal9/4 32/17 9/4Third at Perth last time, running to form back up to today's distance, and clearly effective over 2m-2m4f on heavy and yielding; first-time blinkers add interest, though he is without a win in his last five starts and remains vulnerable.
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David Egan 14%—No signal9/4 5/2 9/4A 400,000 euro Invincible Spirit filly out of a dam who excelled at 6f as a juvenile, and a half-sister to smart 5f performer Rogue Lightning; her pedigree demands respect on debut and our figures make her the one to beat.
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Shane Markey 4%Ross O'Sullivan 10%000-No signal100/1 150/1 100/1Trailing throughout at Gowran Park on his most recent outing, beaten well off the pace, he returns from 139 days off having yet to show anything useful under rules; hard to fancy until he gives a better account of himself.
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Gavin Cromwell 11%9-0688No signal12/1 14/1 12/1Effective over shorter trips and has already tired late when tried up in distance at Fairyhouse last time, making today's 12f a further stamina test. First-time tongue-tie applied; connections have a strong record in this race but she faces a stiff challenge.
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Edward Greatrex 14%Charlie Pike 7%5No signal10/1 9/1 8/1Stumbled on debut at Salisbury, beaten 8½l in a novice; the stumble may have somewhat exaggerated the defeat but it was still a limited performance. Returns wearing a hood and has scope for improvement, though he sits near the foot of our market and faces a tough task.
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P60-35No signal14/1 11/1 14/1First-time blinkers as she switches back to hurdles — a more suitable test given her tendency to make errors at fences; effective at today's trip on decent ground. Winless in her last five outings and held at Warwick recently, she needs to improve.
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Jason Hart 14%55No signal50/1Beaten 3¼l in a seller at Musselburgh 11 days ago at a comparable level to her debut, and the drop to 5f here is an additional concern; rated lowest of these on our figures, she faces a stiff task to make an impact.
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TBA/9778-No signal20/1 16/1 18/1Down the field at Roscommon on her latest start in a maiden hurdle, beaten some way and unable to get involved at any stage; she now returns from 277 days off the track. A switch into handicap company may unlock some improvement, though a trainer in poor current form adds to the doubts. Hard to fancy.
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Darragh O'Keeffe 13%31611-BBoDWHTW Nod 2 signals7/4Three wins in his last five starts include a 10-length success in a Grade 3 chase at Punchestown most recently; he handles 2m4f on decent ground and returns in fine form wearing a first-time hood, with a hat-trick very much on the cards.
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Harry Vigors 12%Ian Williams 11%253541No signal9/4 7/4 2/1Bounced straight back here just seven days after landing a handicap at Newmarket, unchanged in the weights; proven at today's distance and on a sound surface, our figures rate her well clear of these rivals and she is the one to beat.
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TBAA. Slattery 11%9800-No signal14/1 12/1 14/1Struggled to land a blow at Clonmel last time, unable to go the pace from the rear of the field; stays today's trip and acts on good to yielding, but his form is difficult to assess accurately and a short break adds an unknown element.
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Ashley Lewis 14%Grace Harris 10%132114No signal5/1 4/1 5/1Three wins in her last six starts and proven on this going; won a handicap at Leicester two outings back, though the most recent outing was a step back and the 12f distance takes her beyond her proven range.
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Kevin Healy(7) 10%Declan Queally 18%44-525No signal11/2 5/1 11/2Held up at Downpatrick last time, apparently having encountered a bleeding issue, he arrives with a tongue-tie for the first time; capable of running well over this sort of trip on a sound surface, though an inconsistent profile makes him a difficult proposition.
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741-98No signal13/2 6/1 13/2Capable on his day and won three runs back at a similar level; our figures rate him the pick of this field and he handles the going, though the step up to 12f for the first time is the one reservation today.
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Ryan Kavanagh 11%Ian Williams 11%733401No signal7/1 7/1 13/2Returned to his best last time, drawing away to take a handicap by a length at Goodwood off a mark 6lb lower than today's. Acts well at this trip on good ground and is a reliable type; the concern is a trainer managing just one winner from 49 recent runners.
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PP-No signal50/1 40/1 50/1Two pulls-up in his limited starts show no worthwhile form to date, and he returns from a short break having given no indication of ability. Ranked 17th on our figures and very hard to fancy.
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Billy Loughnane 18%Charles Hills 15%—No signal20/1 18/1 20/1A Mehmas colt, half-brother to Kindergarten who was notably capable at 6f; the stable has a decent record with first-time-out runners and a strong jockey booking is noteworthy, though he has no racecourse form to assess.
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Mr D G Lavery 12%Gavin Cromwell 11%—No signal10/1 8/1 9/1A son of Order Of St George making his racecourse debut; there is nothing to assess from his form to date. Pedigree interest exists but he is last on our figures and entirely on trust here.
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Lauren Young 11%Jim Goldie 14%-30507No signal6/1 12/1 5/1Showed a return to form at Ayr last time, though beaten 6¼l, with his official mark continuing to ease. Handles 5f on good to firm and ranks third on our figures; the trend is in his favour and he shapes as a genuine threat.
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0/PP0-No signal25/1 25/1 22/1Down the field at Limerick on his most recent outing in a handicap hurdle, and his last four starts include two non-completions; he has offered little of note. A short break has been taken but the form gives little basis for confidence, ranked towards the bottom of our figures.
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Mr B J Walsh 0%52P-No signal33/1 FCST 28/1A pulled-up effort in a maiden point at Toomebridge on her most recent start, she now makes the transition to hurdling for the first time; there is some point form at 3m to call on, but much improvement is still needed under rules.
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Alex Jary 9%Nigel Tinkler 11%335727No signal4/1 3/1 4/1Genuine contender at 5f on this surface and the stable landed this race 12 months ago, returning here just seven days on. His effort flattened out late last time, beaten 2 lengths off this mark, but the first-time tongue-tie could prove the change he needs.
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Rob Hornby 12%Brian Meehan 9%0-09No signal50/1 16/1 50/1Lightly tried and yet to make the frame in recent starts, her latest effort showed marginal improvement at Windsor; bred to stay a mile and handles today's distance, with the trainer in decent form — but considerably more is needed to feature here.
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Rossa Ryan 18%Alan King 16%-31355No signal9/2Ran to form when beaten five lengths here last time, confirming his effectiveness over this course and distance; consistently holds his form, handles today's ground well and a trainer currently in good shape gives further confidence, though the first-rate opposition poses the challenge.
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J P Flavin 5%7P58-7No signal14/1 12/1 14/1Out of the frame in a handicap hurdle at Tramore 34 days ago, below his best, and winless in his last five starts. Acts on good ground at this trip, and the stable has a strong record in this contest; still a maiden at this level though.
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—No signal15/2 3/1 7/1Debut from a yard that has landed three of the last five runnings, trained by a top course handler; his dam showed smart form at eight furlongs. Should go well on pedigree, though stall 9 is wide.
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Mr H C Swan 19%Gordon Elliott 18%—No signal10/1 15/2 9/1A Nirvana Du Berlais mare making her debut with no form to judge; connections include a top trainer which adds some interest to an otherwise blank page. Hard to assess and entirely on trust from the market.
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Ryan Moore 24%Richard Hannon 12%08-425No signal13/2 FCST 11/2Back in form when beaten three lengths in a Listed contest at Ascot last time, suggesting there is a bit more to offer over a slightly longer trip; effective at 8-10f on any ground with a top jockey back aboard, though he faces stiff opposition here.
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Ben Harvey 7%D M Christie 5%PNo signal80/1 66/1 80/1Last seen being pulled up at Punchestown, he faces a stiff task as the lowest-rated runner in this field and a substantial step forward is required; first-time cheekpieces are fitted, which at least provides a small change of gear.
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Darragh O'Keeffe 13%7/004-No signal5/1 4/1 9/2Fourth beaten 7 lengths at Clonmel on his most recent chase outing, he has been below his best over fences but his hurdles-form class is clear; the stable has taken this race twice in five years and first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces could bring out a better effort.
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080601No signal15/2 6/1 7/1Landing at Naas last time in a tight finish after a drop in trip at a stiff track, Platino Bianco goes in first-time tongue-tie and visor here; acts at 5-6f on a sound surface but can be inconsistent, and this mark remains workable.
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P A Fahy 6%8790-7No signal25/1Failed to land a blow at Down Royal 13 days ago, missing the break and finishing well beaten, and his recent record in handicaps makes for difficult reading. Handles today's trip and going, but first-time tongue-tie aside, he faces a stiff task.
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Alan Casey 3%Gavin Cromwell 11%236990No signal28/1 22/1 28/1Struggling in a stiffer test at Navan most recently, Plushy tries a first-time hood here and is competitively placed in an open field; acts at 5-6f on a sound surface, though she must leave that disappointing display behind and show more to get involved.
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Mr A P Ryan(3) 15%Paul Cashman 0%7-No signal10/1 22/1 9/1Beaten out of contention on his only start, a maiden at Dromahane, and has everything to do on that evidence. Ranked 13th on our figures and hard to recommend at this stage.
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Conor Cusack 8%P J F Murphy 5%722430No signal33/1 33/1 28/1Has shown reliable AW form in recent starts and brings a solid speed figure, but his latest turf outing at Leopardstown left much to be desired. First-time cheekpieces could make a difference, yet proving his worth on grass remains the challenge.
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Daniel Tudhope 18%David O'Meara 13%8-5867No signal10/1 12/1 9/1Suited to 10–12f on a sound surface and has an easing mark, though he was well short of his best at York last time, beaten 9¼l. Wears a first-time tongue-tie; the handler has a strong record at Doncaster and a return to form makes him a genuine danger.
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Harry Reed 14%Daisy Hitchins 10%353-U6No signal80/1 FCST 50/1Made little impression on her hurdles debut here most recently, detached throughout from an early stage, though she showed some promise in bumpers and runs in a first-time hood today. Usually held up, she is effective at today's distance and conditions; needs to demonstrate significantly more.
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Gavin Ryan 8%-00088No signal22/1Completely failed to break at Leopardstown 15 days ago, hopelessly behind throughout and beaten 6¼ lengths. Bred for 8-10f, so today's trip is an unknown; first-time hood added, and a better run is expected at some point, though the profile makes him hard to fancy here.
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Colin Keane 16%Gerard Keane 8%366322No signal4/1 10/1 10/3Admirably consistent, Profit Surge was a close second at Fairyhouse last time in a claimer, though that form may slightly overstate her claims here; goes in first-time blinkers, acts over 7-8f on today's ground, and with a top jockey aboard she merits serious consideration.
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423-37No signal13/2 7/1 13/2Related to top-level winner Pyledriver, and her mark may yet underestimate her potential; she encountered interference at a decisive stage last time here and was beaten 5 lengths without getting a clean run. A clearer passage could see a different result.
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Mark Winn 11%Iain Jardine 12%726453No signal6/1 4/1 11/2Third at Musselburgh 11 days ago, beaten 3l off this very mark; he tries first-time blinkers and handles 7/8f on a sound surface, operating from what looks a competitive rating — a genuine danger with scope to improve under the new headgear.
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Sean Bowen 24%David Rees 9%154-63No signal9/4 3/1 32/17Third most recently at Bangor-on-Dee, fading late back up in trip, beaten 3 lengths off his current mark. Effective at today's distance and suited by a sound surface, both of which apply here; first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces are added. Rated eighth of eight on our figures.
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T G McCourt 7%086700No signal28/1 25/1 28/1Beaten seven lengths at Leopardstown last time continuing a run of poor displays; racing again here just a day later with first-time tongue-tie and visor applied. Handles this distance and going and his mark has been edged down, but considerably more is needed from him.
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Jimmy Dalton 5%W P Browne 4%52000-No signal33/1 22/1 33/1Out of form in her three most recent starts and returning from over eight months away, Realtin Fantasy tries first-time cheekpieces with an unfavourable draw also to contend with; suited by 5f on a sound surface, but plenty to prove before she can be supported with confidence.
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Edward Greatrex 14%Charlie Pike 7%23-811No signal13/8 5/4 3/2Progressive filly who landed a handicap by 6 lengths at Newbury last time off a 6lb lower mark, asserting well clear; she comes here with a hat-trick in her sights. Effective at 1m–11f on any surface, she rates second on our figures and looks a formidable threat.
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8-4554No signal12/1 13/2 11/1Beaten 9l at Ripon 15 days ago when tried in cheekpieces and well below his best, Regal Knight switches to first-time blinkers in a bid to revive his fortunes; acts on a sound surface and stays the trip, but a significant turnaround in form is required.
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P. J. McDonald 14%Geoff Oldroyd 19%1-6352No signal11/2 5/1 11/2Ran to his finest level in a long time when second at Redcar 14 days ago, beaten 2l off a 1lb lower mark; effective over 7-9f on any going, he arrives from a competitive mark and should go well if he builds on that encouraging return to form.
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Robson De Aguiar 12%262288No signal11/1 10/1 11/1Frustrating in nature but a drop in trip today looks a definite plus for Reposado, who failed to stay the distance at Leopardstown last time; has course and distance form and handles these conditions, though getting off the mark demands a more consistent display.
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Dylan Kidd 4%22P-57No signal12/1 8/1 12/1Well beaten at Kilbeggan most recently in a handicap hurdle, he likes to race in front and is effective at around 2m4f on good ground; first-time cheekpieces are applied but the trainer's cold recent spell is a concern and others look stronger.
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A. McCann 8%-71803No signal16/1 11/1 16/1Shaped with credit at Naas nine days ago, beaten a length off this mark, and she handles today's going well, with her stamina for the trip still to prove. First-time tongue-tie and blinkers introduce a question mark, but she looks a genuine threat if she carries that effort forward.
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George Wood 11%452/No signal25/1 40/1 22/1Absent for over two years and back in a first-time hood; held and drifting right at Leicester on his latest outing, but he handles this distance and conditions — the hood may help if he settles, with fitness the key question after such a lengthy spell off.
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A. J. Martin 7%82-008No signal9/1 14/1 7/1Ex-French gelding who found a drop in trip counterproductive last time at Limerick, beaten 8 lengths, but the return to 12f looks far more in his favour. First-time tongue-tie added, though he still has plenty to prove for his current yard and his best form has come on AW.
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—No signal33/1 25/1 33/1Debut today from a yard whose horses tend to need time to reach their best; a Dubawi Legend gelding whose dam was unraced, so the pedigree offers little guidance. May need this outing to learn.
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Jamie Powell 8%M D O'Callaghan 12%230060No signal14/1 16/1 14/1Showed improved form at Leopardstown last time on quicker ground, beaten just over six lengths; a sound surface suits him and the handicapper appears to have given him a reasonable chance. First-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces today, though he remains yet to score in recent starts.
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Rob Hornby 12%262993No signal10/1 11/2 10/1Well-experienced at 5f on a sound surface, he reappears two days after a disappointing Bath handicap and needs to rediscover his best; the quick turnaround is a factor, but he is second on our figures and clearly capable of better.
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Rowan Scott 11%Nigel Tinkler 11%712No signal10/3 11/4 10/3Still green under pressure at Beverley last time, narrowly denied by a short-head in a 2yo contest; acts well at 5f on good and fast ground and looks capable of further progress as that rawness irons out.
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039-0No signal150/1Beaten well off the pace at Punchestown last time, she has shown little over hurdles to date and remains hard to back with confidence; the going is familiar and an earlier third suggests some ability, but she needs to improve markedly to feature here.
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Clifford Lee 17%K. R. Burke 20%35-650No signal5/1 3/1 5/1Denied a clear run and ultimately eased after showing good speed at Ascot last time, which flatters the beaten margin considerably; acts well at 10f on any ground, and with genuine excuses for all his 2026 outings, first-time tongue-tie could spark a return to his previous best.
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Rob Hornby 12%Charlie Johnston 13%-34424No signal13/2 11/2 6/1Consistently placed in recent starts and ideally suited by today's trip and ground; fourth at Windsor last time was below his best but he looks attractively treated on a mark of 66, and our figures rate him among the main contenders despite his winless run.
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TBAA. McCann 8%0-6No signal40/1Sixth in a bumper at Kilbeggan 49 days ago and likely needing that run, his debut effort having since been put in context. Handles today's trip and going and tries a first-time tongue-tie; not without ability but needs to show more.
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Pat Dobbs 14%Richard Hannon 12%166861No signal4/1 4/1 7/2Landing a handicap by a neck at Goodwood last time off a 1lb lower mark, she comes here just 1lb higher after a 21-day break. Effective at 5/6f on a sound surface and the form suggests she can go in again after a small penalty.
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Daniel Tudhope 18%David O'Meara 13%7-9446No signal12/1 8/1 11/1Ex-French and showing some ability for her new yard, but beaten 5¼l last time and rated lowest of the field by our measure; the trainer has a strong record at this track, though it would take a marked improvement to feature.
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Ray Dawson 14%Roger Varian 20%135-21No signal10/11 10/11 5/6Won a handicap at Epsom by six and a half lengths last time despite trouble in running, suggesting he operates at a higher level than his current mark reflects; acts on any ground and first-time hood adds intrigue, with a trainer in sharp form.
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Ben Harvey 7%D M Christie 5%F-4584No signal12/1Fourth in a handicap chase at Downpatrick 20 days ago, beaten 8.25 lengths after returning to a longer trip that suits, and handles this going. Tries first-time blinkers today; inconsistent profile means he needs to build on that effort.
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Rob Hornby 12%71-984No signal11/1 9/2 11/1Effective at today's distance on good-to-firm ground and all-weather, he tries first-time cheekpieces after showing a degree of encouragement at Southwell last time, beaten 2l off a slightly higher mark; an inconsistent recent record is the main reservation, though he is second on our figures.
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Jamie Powell 8%580000No signal40/1 22/1 33/1Missed the break and failed to land a blow at Leopardstown recently, his latest in a run of poor form on turf, and all his better efforts have come on AW surfaces. Operates off a modest mark on today's trip but switching back to grass demands a big improvement.
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Callum Pritchard 14%Joe Tickle 11%54-255No signal13/2 9/1 13/2Tongue-tie and cheekpieces both first-time on a gelding who acts on today's going and trip; he made a sequence of jumping errors here last month and weakened, and though his mark may now be competitive, inconsistency remains the stumbling block.
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Colin Keane 16%8608-5No signal13/2Showing encouragement at Dundalk last time, held up patiently and beaten just 2l, Sceitimini is open to improvement with restraint applied at this trip; off for over five months but a top rider takes the mount, and he looks an interesting contender.
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Sean Bowen 24%Olly Murphy 23%/1145-No signal13/2 11/4 13/2A winner at today's distance on similar ground last summer, he arrives in first-time cheekpieces after a lengthy absence and a below-par effort at Uttoxeter on his most recent start. The mark looks stiff given the modest level of last summer's wins, but there is scope to improve on latest.
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TBAW. P. Mullins 26%—No signal5/1 11/2 5/1A Getaway mare purchased for 19,000 euros, she is a half-sister to Morricone who was useful at around 2m4f; the trainer's record with debutants warrants respect and she is not without a chance on first appearance if taking to the hurdles.
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Harry Davies 13%William Knight 14%2-2134No signal9/2 11/2 9/2Consistent and beaten just 2l at Wetherby last time, facing 1lb more than today’s mark; effective over 7f on fast ground and AW, with a win in her recent starts — a genuine threat with solid each-way claims.
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Jack Mitchell 16%James Horton 11%09-300No signal6/1 5/1 11/2Effective at 10–12f on a sound surface, but he has cut a poor figure in recent outings and a marked upturn is needed. Wears first-time cheekpieces and sits third on our figures; the new gear is the reason to give him another look.
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Keith Donoghue 13%Gavin Cromwell 11%363-33No signal3/1 11/4 3/1Finished 5½l third on his hurdles debut at Tramore last time, performing with credit on his introduction to the jumping game; effective on a sound surface and the step up in trip today should suit, with more likely to come as he gains experience over hurdles.
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4-4041No signal10/1 5/1 9/1A step up on the run before when prevailing in a close handicap at Goodwood last time by half a length off a mark 2lb lower. First-time cheekpieces for a reliable type at this trip; the slight rise in official mark is the main question.
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P156-8No signal100/1 FCST 80/1Well beaten at Cork when he pressed on too eagerly on his most recent outing, he handles 2m4f on a sound surface and has a win in recent form; the official mark looks testing though and he needs to settle better to be effective.
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6-5794No signal9/1 10/1 17/2Suited to 7/8f on good ground and the all-weather, Singarda steps down in weights and tries first-time cheekpieces after being outpaced throughout when fourth at Musselburgh 11 days ago; needs to find more to threaten at this level.
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Nigel Tinkler 11%-00082No signal12/1 15/2 11/1Second at Carlisle 25 days ago, beaten 1½l off a slightly lower mark — a decent return after poor earlier outings; acts on any going though 7f may suit him better than today's 8f, and the broader form record makes him a tough punt.
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J. P. Murtagh 11%0773No signal7/2 FCST 10/3Third on his handicap debut three weeks ago, beaten 2 lengths off a mark just 1lb lower, and he handles today's trip and going. Retains the cheekpieces and could benefit from a more patient approach; with the trainer in form, he warrants serious respect.
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Taryn Langley 10%Joey Ramsden 7%312157No signal11/8 7/4 6/5Found the trip too short at 10f on his most recent start, beaten 7½l, but the return to 12f here is a clear positive; effective at this trip on good ground and all-weather, he runs off the same mark with first-time cheekpieces, making this a stronger proposition.
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Ricky Doyle 8%15P6-6No signal11/1 10/1 11/1Out the back and well held in a maiden chase at Downpatrick last time, this point winner still has much to prove under rules. Acts at 3m on yielding ground and is usually ridden patiently, but ranked 18th on our figures he is hard to fancy.
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208-00No signal33/1 40/1 25/1Below par in a visor at Dundalk on her most recent start and returning after 171 days off; inconsistent in form and needs to show considerably more here. Handles this distance and ground, tends to race prominently, and adds first-time tongue-tie today.
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Gavin Cromwell 11%70-400No signal9/1 15/2 17/2Below par at Leopardstown last time, beaten over seven lengths without a clear reason; his record in recent starts is inconsistent. First-time blinkers could help, and he handles this distance and ground, but a more dependable showing is needed.
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Mr J M Halford 12%D Broad 4%000-0No signal17/2 6/1 17/2Unplaced in each of his last four starts and well down the field at Down Royal most recently, where he raced too freely throughout. Wears the hood again today off a short break; usually held up but the keenness shown last time makes him hard to trust. Difficult to fancy on these figures.
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Harry Vigors 12%Tony Carroll 13%8-5660No signal22/1 33/1 20/1Lowest-rated in the field, he has run over this distance before but is yet to show any consistent form; his latest outing at an extended trip at Lingfield was well below par, and a good deal more is needed here.
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119-22No signal11/4 7/4 5/2Making genuine progress, he has won twice in his last five starts and performed with credit at staying distance for the first time at Carlisle last time, beaten three-quarters of a length off a mark just 1lb lower. Still with more to discover at this trip.
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M. P. Sheehy 8%Charlie Johnston 13%504996No signal22/1 16/1 20/1Consistent underperformer in his last six starts, and today's good to firm ground is against him given he does his best work with some cut in the going; hard to recommend despite a decent speed rating.
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David Probert 13%Hugo Palmer 13%352671No signal11/1 9/2 11/1Won at Wolverhampton last time by 6l off a 9lb lower mark with plenty in hand; trainer in form and she is effective over today’s trip, but a significant rise in the weights and the switch to turf are the questions to answer.
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Harry Davies 13%Michael Appleby 13%251392No signal15/2 5/1 15/2Beaten just a nose last time off a mark of 75, edged out late having gone freely early; she comes here 1lb higher. Suited by 6f on a sound surface and admirably consistent; she ranks third on our figures and remains a clear danger to the selection.
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Ben Coen 11%J. P. Murtagh 11%-30482No signal6/4 6/5 5/4Having responded well to first-time cheekpieces at Cork last time — a close second beaten just 1½l — Sparky Sparky retains them here; an in-form trainer supports his chance, and if reproducing that level from a consistent recent position, he is the one to beat.
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10-368No signal40/1 33/1 40/1Well beaten at Lingfield last time, emptying quickly once challenged and showing little; rated second-lowest in the field on our figures. Off 52 days with first-time cheekpieces, and while the trip suits his best form, recent runs suggest the mark is too high.
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William Pyle 9%Philip Kirby 8%70-988TTop RatedSSteamer Nod 2 signals11/1 25/1 9/1Always in the rear at Ripon 15 days ago, beaten 9l, in a run typical of his recent efforts; holds his position from off the pace and now tries a first-time visor, effective over 10-12f with cut in the ground, but needs considerably more to threaten here.
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Mr B T Stone 9%4-No signal15/2 8/1 15/2Fourth on her only start at Punchestown, beaten 24 lengths, racing too freely and failing to see out the trip under a hood. Effective at 2m with cut in the ground, but improved composure will be key; she returns after 172 days away.
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Calum Hogan 7%F1-4PNo signal80/1 66/1 80/1Effective at 3m in points and has landed a win in that sphere, he comes here needing to bounce back from pulling up most recently; first-time cheekpieces are applied under rules and there is enough to work with if he responds.
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M. P. Sheehy 8%Adrian Keatley 15%020-98No signal11/1 7/1 10/1Boasts the strongest speed figure in the field and handles this trip on good ground; held at Chester last time off a higher mark than today's, and 58 days off the track — if he can put recent below-par runs behind him, a competitive mark could unlock better.
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273-9No signal28/1 20/1 25/1Showed ability in bumpers but struggled to adapt to hurdles on her debut here, making jumping errors throughout on her most recent start. First-time tongue-tie may sharpen her jumping, and there is underlying potential, though she remains a work in progress over obstacles.
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W. McCreery 9%64-434No signal5/1 6/1 5/1Placed consistently in recent starts, including a close fourth at Naas last time, Steel Magnolia adds a first-time visor here; suits some cut in the ground, the trainer has a strong record in this contest, and she arrives in form as the clear one to beat.
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James Doyle 21%Andrew Balding 18%4SSteamer Whisper 1 signal9/1 14/1 15/2Showed some early promise when fourth on debut at Lingfield — beaten six lengths but still green throughout; bred to get around a mile and should improve with experience, though stall twelve is a wide draw and this stronger field is a big ask.
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Michael Appleby 13%244225No signal9/1 10/1 17/2Shaped better than the result suggests last time, held up by a slow pace and beaten 2½l off a 1lb lower mark; effective over this trip and surface and could return to form after 37 days away, though the trainer has struggled for results recently.
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Marco Ghiani 16%Marco Botti 16%4No signal15/2 15/2 7/1Fourth on his debut at Windsor, beaten 6l in a maiden while wearing a tongue-tie; a solid opening effort and improvement is anticipated on this sort of surface. Effective at 6f on good to firm; his profile suggests he has a genuine chance of going well here.
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David Allan 13%Tim Easterby 11%130744No signal15/2 17/2 15/2Landed this race 12 months ago, and his trainer has a fine record at this course; fourth last time off a mark 1lb higher, not at his peak that day, he steps into first-time cheekpieces on a further eased mark — a more convincing effort is needed, but the conditions suit.
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PP2P9-No signal14/1 12/1 14/1Pressed on too hard early and finished out of contention in a handicap hurdle at Cork on his most recent start. A maiden over hurdles returning from a short break, he has a lot to prove making his debut over fences.
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Jimmy Dalton 5%A. Slattery 11%8No signal33/1 20/1 28/1Beaten six lengths on debut in an auction race at Down Royal, with room to improve for the experience; handles today's distance and is expected to come on. The wide draw at stall 10 is the main question.
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Oisin Murphy 22%David Evans 13%535512WHTW Whisper 1 signal9/4 18/13 2/1Landed a Salisbury handicap by a neck two outings back and ran to that level finishing runner-up last time; returns just six days later on the same mark with trainer in form and proven at today's distance and conditions.
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David Loughnane 12%162446No signal3/1 10/3 11/4Beaten 5l in a below-par run last time off a mark 2lb higher than today; he steps into first-time tongue-tie and handles 7-9f on any going, including a win in his last six — a sounder display is needed but the lower mark could help.
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Alex Harvey 10%00/00-No signal12/1 10/1 11/1Performed well at Dundalk last time, beaten 4l in a flat handicap, but faces a bigger ask returning to hurdles where his recent record has been poor; back from a break for a discipline he has struggled with and has plenty to prove in this sphere.
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Eoghan Finegan 10%John G Carr 3%83P-75No signal40/1 33/1 40/1Well held in a mares hurdle at Kilbeggan on her most recent start, she handles today's going and has form at 2m; inconsistency has been a hallmark, however, and her varied record leaves her difficult to rely on.
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D Buckley 0%0-03No signal28/1 22/1 25/1Third in a bumper at Kilbeggan 18 days ago, beaten 3 lengths, and handles this going. Inexperienced with much still to prove, but that effort showed promise and he merits a place in calculations as a midfield contender.
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Noel Meade 11%8-0050No signal22/1 16/1 18/1Racing again quickly, just two days after his last outing; found the pace too hot at Fairyhouse and was beaten over seven lengths, looking as if he needed further. Today's longer trip is a positive, but the form record leaves a lot to prove.
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0609-No signal50/1 33/1 50/1Missed the start and wandered under pressure at Dundalk last time, beaten over seven lengths; returning after nearly 200 days off with questions over the distance. Usually held up, and hard to recommend against these opponents.
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Rhys Elliott 7%Michael Dods 12%29-335No signal5/1 11/4 5/1Disappointing at Carlisle 24 days ago when beaten 5l, but had been in solid form prior with consecutive 3rd placings; first-time cheekpieces fitted here and he handles 11/12f on any going, so a step back to his earlier level would put him right in contention.
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P450-7No signal50/1 40/1 50/1Beaten out of sight in a handicap chase at Limerick 43 days ago and without a win in his last five starts. Handles the trip and this going, but an ageing, inconsistent performer who is hard to fancy ranked 17th on our figures.
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Mark Winn 11%David O'Meara 13%39-979No signal16/1 14/1 16/1Capable of better — a third in her last few starts shows she has some ability — but Ten Sixty Six has been largely off the pace in recent outings; effective at this distance on a sound surface, the wide draw from stall 8 adds to the task.
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Hector Crouch 18%Ed Walker 16%5-22No signal8/1 5/1 13/2Runner-up twice in her last three starts, including at Lingfield most recently when beaten 2 lengths but tending to pull hard. Off 52 days; second-highest-rated on our figures and the potential for further progress on her handicap bow makes her a genuine threat.
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Edward Greatrex 14%Ian Williams 11%-86112No signal7/2 FCST 10/3Twice a winner in his last five starts; runner-up at a longer trip last time off the same mark as today, and rated first of nine — effective from 7-10f on good ground, with the trainer’s recent form the one note of caution.
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514-62No signal5/1 4/1 5/1A reliable mare who placed second in a handicap hurdle at Clonmel 28 days ago, beaten 6 lengths on going she handles. Effective over this trip and tries a first-time hood today; holds a fair claim in a competitive field.
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Jack Nicholls 12%Malcolm Saunders 12%070-95No signal12/1 9/1 12/1Tried at various distances in recent starts, he was beaten just over 3l in a handicap at Bath last time, broadly in line with expectations; handles this trip and going but has struggled for consistency and his speed figure gives little encouragement.
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Mark Winn 11%David O'Meara 13%8-5254No signal5/1 13/2 5/1Finished 2nd at Nottingham 13 days ago, beaten 1¼l off a 1lb higher mark; fitted with first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces and operating only 1lb above her last winning mark, she handles 5f on sound and rates a real danger, though yet to score in recent starts.
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Darragh O'Keeffe 13%46-4No signal7/1 13/2 7/1Fourth on his hurdles debut at Clonmel, beaten 8l but performing to his level over today's sort of trip on a sound surface; the short break since should not be an issue and there is a case for him at this level.
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David Probert 13%Mark Loughnane 10%37-772No signal12/1 13/2 12/1Placed second at Ffos Las last time, beaten half a length off a 1lb lower mark over this distance and surface; her form dipped prior to that recent effort but she returns in fair shape and has a realistic chance at best.
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Gavin Ryan 8%532BBoD Whisper 1 signal11/4 3/1 5/2Consistent and well-related, Tradewinds was runner-up at Down Royal on his latest start, having also placed in one of his two prior outings; sprint-bred and effective on today's ground, he arrives with strong claims, though he remains without a win from three recent starts.
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William Pyle 9%-25001No signal10/1 15/2 10/1Landed a handicap by 2l at Redcar 14 days ago off a 6lb lower mark, his best form in a couple of years; effective over 6-8f on any going, likely suited by this distance, and his trainer is in fine form — the 6lb rise is the question but he is respected.
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Billy Loughnane 18%Hugo Palmer 13%-17757No signal7/2 4/1 7/2Set off too freely at Nottingham last time and paid the price, beaten 10 lengths; first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces are designed to settle him and help him conserve his energy. Acts at this trip on good ground and has shown he can compete when ridden more patiently.
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Leigh Roche 6%Shane Crawley 11%1-5230SSteamer Whisper 1 signal9/1 12/1 9/1Reliable on the all-weather with some encouraging recent efforts, including a win in her last five starts, but her return to turf at Leopardstown was a well-beaten effort, 7½ lengths behind. First-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces applied, though grass remains her primary question mark.
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Rhys Elliott 7%Mark Walford 11%456-68No signal16/1 12/1 16/1Well beaten at Redcar in a disappointing effort last time, he returns from a 57-day break; effective over 7/8f on good ground and his mark has been trimmed, though a more convincing display is needed before he becomes more than an outsider here.
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K. R. Burke 20%—No signal4/1 9/4 7/2A £100,000 breeze-up purchase by Perfect Power, she is a half-sister to Spirit Of Nguru, a capable 7f performer, out of a dam who showed sharp speed from 6f to 7f as a juvenile; her trainer has taken this race twice in the last five runnings, and she commands respect on debut.
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Paddy Cleary 5%Gordon Elliott 18%545FP-No signal20/1 20/1 18/1Failed to complete at Bellewstown last time, adding to a difficult recent record that includes a fall; effective around 2m with cut in the ground but she has everything to prove at this level after those setbacks, and the break since adds further uncertainty.
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Rob Hornby 12%41-166No signal9/2 5/1 4/1Showed good ability with back-to-back wins three and four runs ago and handles today's distance and ground well; first-time visor added after two successive below-par outings, and dropped 1lb she retains the profile to return to that level.
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Jamie Powell 8%M D O'Callaghan 12%85No signal20/1 16/1 18/1Sprint-bred and showing some improvement on his second outing at Naas last time, where he was beaten 9l, Two Brigade remains well held and faces a tough task to get off the mark; significantly more is needed to feature here.
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Saffie Osborne 14%Richard Spencer 15%10No signal9/1 17/2 9/1Well held in a Group 2 at Ascot last time where the pace was simply too sharp at that level; has a speedy pedigree, acts at 5f on good ground and his trainer is currently in form, but the bar to clear here remains considerable.
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Jake Dickson 12%Tim Easterby 11%926439No signal28/1 28/1 25/1Down the field at Redcar most recently after some better form earlier; wears first-time cheekpieces from stall 1 and handles any ground, but stamina over this mile trip is a genuine concern given his stronger runs have come over shorter.
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M A Gunn 0%00-0No signal200/1 150/1 200/1Beaten well down the field at Punchestown most recently, racing without threatening from behind the leaders throughout, her three recent runs have all ended in unplaced finishes and she makes limited appeal here.
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7060-No signal33/1 20/1 25/1Returning after 233 days off and beaten over eight lengths in a claimer at Dundalk on his most recent outing; his form over today's distance is unproven, and he may not get home over a mile. Hard to recommend.
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Oisin Murphy 22%George Boughey 18%—BBoD Whisper 1 signal17/2 9/1 8/1Son of Wootton Bassett out of a dam who was useful at a mile; pedigree suggests he has every right to show up well on debut, though he remains unproven and our figures place him near the foot of the field.
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Tim Easterby 11%8-7513No signal22/1 FCST 20/1Third last time, beaten 7l off the same mark she meets here, finding little when pressure was applied; wears first-time cheekpieces and handles the trip and going, but needs more pace to trouble the leaders.
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Harry Vigors 12%Archie Watson 15%653278No signal33/1 22/1 28/1Far from her best at Yarmouth on her latest outing, continuing a poor spell of form; she wears first-time blinkers and handles this trip and going, and has shown better on her day — but her trainer is out of form and much more is needed.
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T Browne 33%3370-0No signal11/1 10/1 11/1Needing that reappearance run at Navan and finishing well down the field there, Viamonte arrives fitter now and switches to first-time cheekpieces; handles a variety of ground conditions and has placed form earlier in the campaign, though more is needed to feature in a competitive handicap.
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Billy Garritty 11%Ollie Sangster 14%432No signal7/2 7/2 3/1Performed to her level when second at Sandown 21 days ago, beaten 1¼l in a novice, and she handles 5f on a sound surface; consistent in placed form but yet to score, she has an outside chance here if that form is the right level.
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33P-4UNo signal50/1 33/1 50/1He came off second best at Kilbeggan when unseating on his most recent chase outing, adding to a mixed record over fences that includes a pull-up; effective at 2m4f, there is still plenty to prove before he can be trusted to deliver.
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787-02No signal12/1 11/2 11/1Moderate in her last several starts before a clear step forward when runner-up, beaten 5l in a handicap here on her latest outing; speedily bred for this sort of distance, she remains without a win but showed enough last time to merit respect.
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Pat Cosgrave 11%Jim Boyle 10%—No signal100/1 40/1 100/1A 70,000-euro Churchill colt, half-brother to Sollertia, a very useful 7f performer, out of a dam who was talented at 8f; the stable's record with first-time-out runners is modest, making him harder to recommend on debut despite the appealing pedigree.
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Darragh Keenan 10%George Scott 20%—No signal22/1 11/1 22/1An £85,000 Mehmas gelding who is a half-brother to Gaasyah, fair at 7f, with a dam that showed her best over 5f as a juvenile. Wears first-time cheekpieces and the trainer is in good form; the pedigree is of interest but this looks a tough debut assignment.
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Andrew Mullen 10%Ben Haslam 14%990000No signal15/2 13/2 15/2Beaten a long way in his last six starts, including after a slow beginning at Wetherby most recently; has run over this trip on a sound surface and the mark is easing, but there is plenty to prove before he can be trusted.
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Danny Gilligan 11%R P Cody 13%386-20No signal17/2 10/1 8/1Down the field in a Listed contest at Ballinrobe most recently, possibly finding the stamina limit on that occasion, he handles 2m4f-3m on a range of going and must rediscover his best; first-time tongue-tie is applied and he remains capable at his best.
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Billy Loughnane 18%George Boughey 18%1110No signal2/1 32/17 2/1Three wins from his last four starts show him in smart form; his Ascot handicap debut, where his draw left him unable to land a blow, can be forgiven. Those victories look solid, and he merits another chance here in a more accessible contest.
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Batt Burke 0%220302No signal13/2 5/1 13/2In decent form having run second beaten 2l at Fairyhouse last time off this identical mark, Whatswrongnow comes back here just two days later; yet to get off the mark overall but handles these conditions well at 5-6f, and he is a strong contender if the quick turnaround is no issue.
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M C Grassick 9%254-90No signal18/1 17/2 16/1Off a short break and stepping down from a handicap at Naas where she struggled, White Smoke tries first-time blinkers here; effective at 6f on today's conditions and with some placed form in her record, she is inconsistent and must prove more than that most recent display.
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David Nolan 12%Paul Midgley 11%445-64No signal20/1 16/1 18/1Fourth at Catterick last time on her return to form, beaten 5½l in a maiden; the step up to 7f could play to her strengths and she dons a first-time hood, but she is yet to score in recent starts and the trainer’s form is modest.
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S Curling 11%913F0-No signal66/1 40/1 66/1Down the field at Thurles most recently, left behind by the pace when a more demanding test looked needed, he now switches to chasing after a lengthy absence; first-time hood is applied and he is effective over 2m-2m2f, though expectations must be measured.
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Richie McLernon 13%Alexandra Dunn 11%857-15No signal11/1 9/2 10/1Won here by 8 lengths on his penultimate start and that course-and-distance form looks solid; his most recent run can be forgiven as he was caught in a slowly-run race that simply did not suit. First-time cheekpieces accompany him today and he is well suited by the extra distance on good ground.
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Callum Pritchard 14%Joe Tickle 11%7/8-8No signal300/1 150/1 200/1Beaten a long way in her last three outings and yet to trouble the principals in any of them, she faces another stiff task here. First-time tongue-tie is added, but she requires significant improvement to be involved and is hard to recommend at this stage.
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Cian Hughes 10%-31340No signal28/1 18/1 28/1Showed smart AW form prior to a well-beaten run at Dundalk in first-time blinkers 112 days ago. Back after a lengthy break and unexposed at this level, he could find turf more to his liking and rates as a clear danger.
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V C Ward 2%9049-0No signal50/1 40/1 50/1Beaten a long way on her return to the Flat at Leopardstown last time and her form in both codes has been poor; hard to fancy against these rivals. First-time hood added today, but significant improvement is needed.
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Oisin Orr 14%Sam England 15%774601No signal15/2 11/2 15/2Came through strongly at Redcar last time, landing a handicap by 1½l off a 6lb lower mark; effective over today’s trip on similar going, though now significantly higher in the weights — first-time tongue-tie adds interest, but a big jump forward is required.
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Michael J Browne 12%552-43No signal11/4 5/2 11/4Top-rated at 120 on our figures, he went close at Clonmel last time, beaten 3l from a mark 1lb lower than today's; effective over 2m-2m4f on soft and good, consistent placed runs give him solid claims, and first-time tongue-tie and cheekpieces add interest on a mark of 95.
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Orla Tynan 12%A. Slattery 11%907No signal18/1 14/1 16/1Carrying what looks a very lenient opening mark and going in a first-time tongue-tie, You Smiled showed more on her final maiden run at Cork last time; bred for this trip and with connections who have landed this race before, she has genuine claims here.
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2No signal13/8 5/4 3/2Second beaten 6 lengths on debut at Ballinrobe, he handles 2m6f on good ground and looks set to improve on that initial effort; rated second here, the one concern is the trainer's very quiet recent spell.
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G. O'Leary 11%30-933No signal11/2 7/2 5/1Third at Leopardstown on his most recent outing, four lengths off the pace; effective over today's distance on this ground and off a 79-day break. In decent form and holds solid claims.
No horse matches that.