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Ashley Smith Memorial William Hill Fillies' Handicap Stakes
Mr Fox’s call
Talitha Rouge
SPECULATIVE Advised 3/1 Est. 35%
Mr Fox says
Talitha Rouge (SR 75, 3/1) is the standout pick on the strength of a decisive 18% market move inward — the sharpest signal in a five-runner field — combined with a respectable SR of 75 that sits second only to Clocker's 80 but at a lighter weight of 9-6. The form string 3436 shows progressive engagement at this class (ClassMv:=, same level as last run), and jockey Daniel Tudhope (16% strike rate from 840 rides) is a materially stronger booking than the alternatives. While distance fitness is unproven (DistFit:?), so is every rival's — this is effectively a level playing field on that metric, and the money coming in suggests the connections are confident this trip suits. Each-way alternative: Clocker. Main danger: Clocker — Clocker holds the field's highest SR at 80, has a confirmed GoingFit:+ on today's good ground, and Oisin Orr (13% strike rate) is a reliable pilot — the step up in class (ClassMv:↑1) and 3lb penalty (MarkMv:+3) are the only negatives, but the favourite's price of 13/8 reflects genuine ability that cannot be dismissed.
Full result
Winner: Clocker (GB) at SP 10/11F. Mr Fox’s picks highlighted in gold.
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Clocker Fox #2 11/10
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Talitha Rouge Fox #1 9/4
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Blue Tulip Fox #3 3/1
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Skirt Around 22/1
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Musical Accord -
Top 4 — how each finished
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