MEETING · TODAY

Thursday 2 July 2026 Newbury

6 Pick Six vs The Fox Stack six. Beat the head tipster.

6 races 65 runners First off 18:15

Going Good to Firm Flat / Jumps Left-handed Galloping Headline 20:00 · £7,328

18:15

Sequoia Hair & Beauty Group Handicap ✓ Result

Class 5 1m2f ·Good to Firm ·£5,757 · 11 runners Open

No.

Horse

Form

Jockey / Trainer

SR?

Age

Wgt

Odds

Slip

Comment

Morcar

Age 6 · 10-2

38-056

Pat Dobbs 14%

Richard Hannon 12%

10-2

12/1 12/1 10/1

Below par when well beaten in a handicap over this course last time, he is a capable performer at 10-12f on sound ground and now tries first-time blinkers; a return to form is required but the headgear switch could be the catalyst and he commands respect if he bounces back.

AI verdict

Morcar's poor form (38-056), low Saturday Rating of 57, and 14/1 odds signal minimal winning chance despite carrying 10-2.

Kimeko Glory

Age 4 · 10-0

-28545

Jason Watson 13%

Charles Hills 15%

10-0

12/1 11/1 12/1

Failed to see out the trip at Brighton last time, running below form off a 2lb higher mark having raced too keenly early; suited by 10f and stays further on a sound surface, though the tendency to race freely remains a concern and she has a lot to find on recent evidence.

AI verdict

Kimeko Glory's weak form (-28545), low Saturday Rating of 59, and 12/1 odds signal minimal market confidence under top weight 10-0.

Harlington

Age 5 · 9-13

211133

Pierre-Louis Jamin 14%

Charlie Clover 21%

9-13

14/1 11/1 12/1

Returned to turf at Yarmouth last time and struggled to maintain his pace, beaten 3¼l off a mark 1lb higher than today's; handles any ground at 10-12f and has a useful run of recent form, with the trainer in good shape and the current mark not without interest.

AI verdict

Carrying top weight 9-13 with a Saturday Rating of 64 and drifting 12/1 in the market signals limited winning prospects.

Ablon

Age 4 · 9-11

55-21

Sean Levey 13%

Richard Hannon 12%

9-11

15/2 11/2 15/2

Broke through with a narrow neck success in a novice at Kempton on her previous outing, she arrives here after a break but showed enough to suggest handicapping should suit; the concern is the significant step up in trip, 3f beyond her winning distance.

AI verdict

Ablon's recent winning form (55-21) and competitive 6/1 odds are offset by a career-high 9-11 weight and modest 72 Saturday Rating.

Perfect Scoundrel

Age 4 · 9-10

44-863

Finley Marsh 14%

Amanda Perrett 9%

9-10

12/1 11/1 12/1

Posted a solid effort when 4 lengths third in a handicap at Goodwood last time, showing he can be competitive at this distance on any surface; his overall form shows variation but there is a chance here if he can build on the most encouraging of recent runs.

AI verdict

A Saturday Rating of 60, poor form of 44-863, and 12/1 odds signal minimal market confidence in Perfect Scoundrel.

Brighlee

Age 3 · 9-4

624-50

Tom Marquand 16%

David Menuisier 13%

9-4

18/1 18/1 16/1

Failed to make an impression when well beaten at Sandown last time, unable to get into the race from behind; effective at 7f-1m on sound ground, she wears a hood today with a top jockey in the saddle, though more is clearly still needed to challenge at this level.

AI verdict

Brighlee's poor form (624-50), outsider odds of 18/1, and low Saturday Rating of 60 signal minimal winning prospects.

Home Hero

Age 3 · 9-3

644-38

David Probert 13%

Hugo Palmer 13%

9-3

16/1 9/1 14/1

Struggled to justify his place in the field when well beaten at Chester last time, but had shown consistent form prior to that setback; he stays 10f on good ground and first-time cheekpieces are fitted today, and he could bounce back if they sharpen his focus.

AI verdict

A Saturday Rating of 69, poor recent form (644-38), and 9/1 odds signal limited winning prospects under 9-3.

Rossa Raheen

Age 3 · 9-2

64-026

David Egan 14%

Ollie Sangster 14%

9-2

5/2 9/4 5/2

Comfortably held at Salisbury last time when conditions were too soft for her liking, she is effective at a mile to 10f and her earlier handicap form reads better in hindsight; a return to drier conditions is a positive here, though she needs to find more on a consistent basis.

AI verdict

Rossa Raheen's inconsistent form of 64-026 and a Saturday Rating of 78 justify mid-tier appeal at 11/4.

Fanciulla Del West

Age 3 · 9-2

43-22

Kieran Shoemark 14%

Ed Walker 16%

9-2

10/3 10/3 3/1

Beaten just a length on her handicap debut at Redcar over this 10f trip, she showed a clean action and has the profile to go higher still; she has finished in the first four on each of her last four starts, acts on this ground and a step forward here looks well within range.

AI verdict

Carrying 9-2 at 7/2 with consistent form figures of 43-22 and a Saturday Rating of 81 limits upside potential.

James Choice

Age 2 · 9-2

643-

Charles Bishop 10%

Warren Greatrex 15%

9-2

22/1 12/1 22/1

Finished 6¼l third at Southwell in his most recent start, performing adequately without threatening the principals; effective at 7f-1m and stepping up to 10f for his handicap bow, a lengthy absence since that run is the chief concern and he must show he has retained his level.

AI verdict

Rated just 65 with outdated form of 643- and dismissed at 12/1 by the market, James Choice lacks the profile to compete here.

Madjid

Age 3 · 8-11

0-4295

Lewis Edmunds 12%

Harry Charlton 16%

8-11

17/2 7/1 17/2

Ran keenly and performed below his better level at Doncaster last time, beaten 4 lengths; he stays 10f and handles this ground, and there is every chance of improvement if he can settle and race more economically than he has done recently.

AI verdict

Madjid's mid-range Saturday Rating of 70 and patchy form of 0-4295 justify a 3/5 rating despite manageable weight of 8-11 at 8/1.

18:50

Gracelands EBF Fillies' Novice Stakes (GBB Race) ✓ Result

Class 4 6f ·Good to Firm ·£6,480 · 14 runners Open

No.

Horse

Form

Jockey / Trainer

SR?

Age

Wgt

Odds

Slip

Comment

Art Of Life

Age 2 · 9-2

—

David Probert 13%

Clive Cox 17%

—

144

9-2

22/1 11/1 18/1

A Palace Pier filly out of a dam smart at 7f as a juvenile and a half-sister to Genealogy, who was effective at a mile; she earns respect on debut for a sharp 2yo yard, though this is a competitive first assignment and the experience of others is a clear disadvantage.

AI verdict

At 11/1 in the market with unknown form, Art Of Life's Saturday Rating of 144 suggests mid-tier potential at 9-2 weight.

Avalon Queen

Age 2 · 9-2

Jason Watson 13%

Roger Teal 13%

—

150

9-2

9/1 11/2 17/2

Showed her ability when finishing 3 lengths fourth in a maiden on this course on debut, she handles the 6f trip on good to firm and further progress looks the natural next step; a filly who clearly has ability and should strip sharper for the experience.

AI verdict

Avalon Queen's strong Saturday Rating of 150 and competitive 6/1 odds offset her single form figure of 4.

Bymiddaytomorrow

Age 2 · 9-2

George Downing 10%

Ed Walker 16%

—

145

9-2

16/1 10/1 16/1

Beaten three lengths in a novice at Windsor most recently, she shaped with more promise than the finishing position suggests and handles 6f on the softer side of good; more progress is expected and she holds her own here, with further improvement a reasonable expectation.

AI verdict

A Saturday Rating of 145 with 10/1 odds and modest form figures of 65 suggest mid-tier potential, not a market mover.

Fillipas

Age 2 · 9-2

Lewis Edmunds 12%

Rod Millman 13%

—

142

9-2

15/2 12/1 7/1

Runner-up by 2½ lengths on debut in a novice at Bath, she showed enough to suggest there is more to come; trainer in good order and stepping up to 6f should suit, making her a strong threat at this level despite remaining yet to score.

AI verdict

Fillipas earned 3/5 stars despite a promising form figure of 2, held back by 14/1 odds suggesting limited market confidence.

Gravastar

Age 2 · 9-2

Sean Levey 13%

Richard Hannon 12%

—

136

9-2

28/1 18/1 22/1

Made pleasing ground towards the finish when an 8-length fourth at Goodwood on debut, having been effective on soft; conditions here are quicker than she has faced before and improvement looks likely if she takes to the firmer surface, though that remains unproven.

AI verdict

Long odds of 18/1, a single form figure of 4, and non-favourite status limit Gravastar's prospects despite carrying 9-2.

Kiah

Age 2 · 9-2

—

Joe Leavy 11%

Brian Meehan 9%

—

132

9-2

28/1 FCST 25/1

A 38,000gns Australia filly bred on stamina lines as a half-sister to Merveillo, who was smart over a mile and three-quarters; longer distances look her eventual destination and this 6f debut is expected to serve more as an educational outing than a realistic tilt for honours.

AI verdict

Long odds of 22/1 and a low Saturday Rating of 132 place Kiah firmly outside market contention.

Lola De Valence

Age 2 · 9-2

—

Jack Gilligan 10%

Rod Millman 13%

—

127

9-2

66/1 40/1 50/1

A Havana Grey filly out of a dam very useful at 7f as a juvenile and a half-sister to Back In Black, who was sharp at that trip; trainer in good form but this debut looks more about gaining experience than immediate impact in what appears a decent field.

AI verdict

Long-shot odds of 40/1 and an unknown form profile undermine her 127 Saturday Rating, signalling weak market confidence.

Marsala

Age 2 · 9-2

—

Hector Crouch 18%

Ralph Beckett 19%

—

148

9-2

12/1 7/1 11/1

A Mehmas filly from a sharp family — half-sister to Palmar Bay and out of a dam who performed with distinction at 7f — she commands respect on debut for a top yard, though this looks a tough assignment first time out in what appears a competitive field.

AI verdict

Marsala's mid-tier 148 Saturday Rating and 15/2 odds suggest market skepticism despite carrying a competitive 9-2 weight.

Nuit D'Eclair

Age 2 · 9-2

—

David Egan 14%

Kevin Philippart de Foy 16%

—

150

9-2

7/1 11/2 13/2

Well-bred as a 280,000gns Night Of Thunder filly, a half-sister to Attagirl who excelled at 5f, her profile is compelling for a first start; she rates a genuine interest on debut, though the trainer has had limited recent success and that is worth bearing in mind.

AI verdict

Strong Saturday Rating of 150 and competitive 11/2 odds justify 4 stars despite unknown form and non-favourite market status.

Parvenue Star

Age 2 · 9-2

—

Pat Dobbs 14%

Richard Hannon 12%

—

135

9-2

40/1 18/1 33/1

A 62,000gns Starman filly from a family more noted for middle-distance talent — a half-sister to the very useful Into Battle, best around 9f — this debut in a competitive event looks a learning exercise and she is probably best assessed once experience on a racecourse has been gained.

AI verdict

Parvenue Star's solid Saturday Rating of 135 is undermined by 18/1 odds suggesting limited market confidence.

Perfect Hope

Age 2 · 9-2

Pierre-Louis Jamin 14%

Tom Ward 11%

—

127

9-2

80/1 28/1 50/1

Well beaten on debut in a novice at Windsor, she is bred for 6f-7f and connections expect her to show more now; the profile suggests she should be more forward on her second start, though she has ground to make up on racecourse merit alone.

AI verdict

A single sixth-place finish and 33/1 odds signal weak market confidence, limiting Perfect Hope's Saturday Rating of 127 to just 2/5 stars.

Royal Message

Age 2 · 9-2

Kieran Shoemark 14%

Ed Walker 16%

—

151

9-2

4/1 5/1 4/1

Beaten 7½ lengths in a Leicester maiden on debut, she is bred for trips up to a mile and connections anticipate she will come on considerably for that initial outing; the profile of a filly expected to improve with each run gives her a live chance at this level.

AI verdict

A Saturday Rating of 151 and solid 5/1 market position offset single form figure and non-favourite status for four stars.

Spirit Of Progress

Age 2 · 9-2

—

Grace McEntee 8%

Daisy Hitchins 10%

—

127

9-2

100/1 66/1 80/1

A 5,000gns Showcasing filly from a family best known for accomplishments at middle distances — a half-sister to Kitty Mcfee and out of a dam smart from 10-12f — her pedigree screams stamina rather than speed and this 6f debut in decent company looks a stiff ask.

AI verdict

An 80/1 outsider carrying 9-2 with unknown form and a Saturday Rating of 127 signals minimal market confidence.

Topaz

Age 2 · 9-2

Tom Marquand 16%

Jack Channon 14%

—

154

9-2

6/4 7/4 3/2

After finishing a close second on her opening start, she tackled a Group 3 at Ascot last time and was beaten 10 lengths stepping up sharply in grade; effective at 6f on sound ground with a top jockey in the plate, she looks well placed back in a more suitable grade and is the one to beat.

AI verdict

Strong Saturday Rating of 154 and competitive 9/4 odds justify 4 stars, despite limited form showing just two runs.

19:25

Fidelity Energy Green Future Novice Stakes ✓ Result

Class 4 6f ·Good to Firm ·£6,480 · 11 runners Open

No.

Horse

Form

Jockey / Trainer

SR?

Age

Wgt

Odds

Slip

Comment

Alaskan Bear

Age 2 · 9-2

Hector Crouch 18%

Jack W Davison 9%

—

157

9-2

5/6 7/4 5/6

Caught the eye at the Curragh on his second outing, finishing to claim fourth in a Group 3 beaten 3¼l; acts on good ground at 6f and is a likeable type with more to offer — the one to beat here stepping down in grade.

AI verdict

Strong Saturday Rating of 157 and competitive 15/8 odds justify 4/5 stars despite modest form figures of 24.

Coatimundi

Age 2 · 9-2

—

Jason Watson 13%

Charles Hills 15%

—

127

9-2

40/1 25/1 40/1

A Cotai Glory colt with a notable half-brother in Fred On Fire who showed very useful form at 6f; his dam was more effective at 13f, and facing experienced rivals on debut makes this a tough ask — improvement is expected to come in time.

AI verdict

Long odds of 25/1 and unknown form leave Coatimundi with a Saturday Rating of 127 but little market confidence.

Hackpen Hill

Age 2 · 9-2

—

George Downing 10%

Ed Walker 16%

—

127

9-2

33/1 28/1 33/1

A Sioux Nation colt whose dam was useful at 12f, suggesting stamina will be his stronger suit; longer trips are probably where he will come into his own, and this 6f debut looks a steep ask — one to file away for future reference.

AI verdict

Long odds of 28/1 and unknown form leave Hackpen Hill's 127 Saturday Rating unvalidated by the market.

Jimtrott

Age 2 · 9-2

Charles Bishop 10%

Eve Johnson Houghton 13%

—

155

9-2

3/1 10/3 3/1

Ran with plenty of promise on debut at this track, going down by only a head in a novice; course-proven at 6f and better expected with that experience now banked — the main risk is whether he can settle more readily second time out.

AI verdict

Strong Saturday Rating of 155 combined with competitive 4/1 odds and 9-2 weight justifies four stars despite single form entry.

Magi Melchior

Age 2 · 9-2

—

Sean Levey 13%

Richard Hannon 12%

—

138

9-2

25/1 16/1 22/1

A £45,000 Kodiac colt whose stable has taken 2 of the last 5 renewals here — a credential that makes the debut interesting; his half-brother Believe In Success was only modest at 8f, though, and our figures place him well down the field.

AI verdict

Magi Melchior's solid Saturday Rating of 138 is undermined by 16/1 outsider odds and unknown form, limiting confidence to 3/5.

Noahs Gold

Age 2 · 9-2

—

David Egan 14%

Emma Lavelle 18%

—

127

9-2

125/1 40/1 80/1

A Time Test gelding who is a half-brother to Torbay, a fair 6f performer, with a dam that showed smartness at 7f; the pedigree is not without interest but this initial outing is unlikely to see his best and he should come on for the experience.

AI verdict

Long-shot odds of 40/1 and a Saturday Rating of 127 signal limited market confidence in this 9-2 weighted outsider.

Off The Peg

Age 2 · 9-2

—

Finley Marsh 14%

Richard Hughes 15%

—

145

9-2

16/1 10/1 16/1

A 150,000gns No Nay Never colt and full brother to smart 6f performer His Majesty; the preference lies elsewhere at first asking and the trainer has been in a quiet spell — the pedigree is interesting but it is hard to be confident on this occasion.

AI verdict

Rated 145 with a 10/1 market position and 9-2 weight suggests mid-tier potential without form to confirm favouritism.

Pride Of Toledo

Age 2 · 9-2

—

David Probert 13%

Clive Cox 17%

—

151

9-2

5/1 9/2 5/1

A £100,000 No Nay Never colt with Aloha Star as a smart 6f half-sibling; the sprint pedigree suits this trip well and he rates among the dangers at first asking — debut inexperience is the only caveat.

AI verdict

A Saturday Rating of 151 at 5/1 odds with 9-2 weight positions Pride Of Toledo as a mid-tier contender lacking market confidence.

Secano

Age 2 · 9-2

—

Lewis Edmunds 12%

Harry Charlton 16%

—

127

9-2

50/1 40/1 50/1

An 80,000gns Twilight Son colt whose half-sibling Brayden Star showed very useful form at 10f and whose dam was fair at 8f; stamina may be the stronger suit longer term, but the stable is worth respecting on debut and the market move will be worth monitoring.

AI verdict

Long odds of 40/1 and unknown form leave Secano with little market confidence despite carrying 9-2.

Shakwaa

Age 2 · 9-2

—

Kieran Shoemark 14%

Ed Walker 16%

—

150

9-2

11/1 6/1 10/1

A 210,000gns Golden Pal colt with a strong US pedigree and a dam who was very useful at 7f; he could make his presence felt on debut, though the stable's first-time runners often need the experience before producing their best.

AI verdict

Shakwaa's mid-tier 150 Saturday Rating and 6/1 odds signal market doubt despite competitive 9-2 weight.

Tumishi

Age 2 · 9-2

Tom Marquand 16%

James Fanshawe 18%

—

150

9-2

SP FCST 6/1

Showed greenness on debut at Nottingham but came alive as the race progressed, finishing a promising fourth beaten 3¼l; handles 6f on good ground and better expected now with that run behind him — a top local jockey in the saddle adds appeal.

AI verdict

Strong Saturday Rating of 150 and competitive 9-2 weight justify 4 stars despite 6/1 odds and single form figure.

20:00

World Cup Super Boosts At BetVictor Handicap

Class 4 7f ·Good to Firm ·£7,328 · 15 runners AI Kennington 4/1 Medium Open

No.

Horse

Form

Jockey / Trainer

SR?

Age

Wgt

Odds

Slip

Comment

Huscal

Age 4 · 10-4

52-084

Jason Watson 13%

Charles Hills 15%

10-4

9/1 17/2 9/1

Inconsistent gelding who found the extra yardage too demanding when held at Windsor last time; tongue-tie fitted for the first time and the return to 7f on good-to-firm ground helps, but he sits towards the lower end of our ratings.

AI verdict

Form figures of 52-084 and a 75 Saturday Rating make Huscal's 10/1 odds and 10-4 weight too burdensome to recommend.

Gallant

Age 4 · 10-3

626075

Tom Marquand 16%

Oli Rix 10%

10-3

16/1 17/2 14/1

Posted a decent effort at Newmarket last time, beaten 2l off a stiffer mark; tongue-tie applied for the first time and course and distance experience in hand — yet to score in his last six outings but not without a chance on a sound surface.

AI verdict

Carrying top weight 10-3 with weak form 626075 and a Saturday Rating of 76 makes 9/1 outsider Gallant a poor market proposition.

Best Rate

Age 4 · 10-3

-46432

Sean Levey 13%

Richard Hannon 12%

10-3

9/2 6/1 7/2

Consistently placed lately, going down by 4l at Newmarket off the same official mark; effective over 7/8f on a sound surface and one of the higher-rated in the field — the main doubt is whether he can bridge the gap to the front.

AI verdict

Carrying top weight of 10-3 with a modest Saturday Rating of 79 and uninspiring form of -46432 makes 6/1 unattractive.

Herculeus

Age 4 · 10-2

100-95

Lewis Edmunds 12%

William Muir & Chris Grassick 11%

10-2

11/1 9/1 11/1

Showing signs of a revival after a better display at this track last time; first-time cheekpieces can help, and a sound surface suits — though his best form has come over a mile and the drop in trip is a mild question mark.

AI verdict

Carrying top weight of 10-2 with a modest Saturday Rating of 75 and inconsistent form of 100-95 at 10/1 limits confidence.

Melvin Udall

Age 4 · 10-2

14-197

David Egan 14%

Grace Harris 10%

10-2

28/1 16/1 22/1

Landed a pair of wins in recent outings but has been well below par in the two runs since; cheekpieces fitted for the first time and his mark continues to ease, though our figures suggest he needs to find more to figure prominently here.

AI verdict

Melvin Udall's 16/1 odds, poor recent form of 14-197, and low Saturday Rating of 68 highlight a horse with little winning prospect.

Stratocracy

Age 5 · 10-0

431-65

George Downing 10%

Kevin & Lauren Frost 10%

10-0

14/1 11/1 14/1

Put in a solid display at Wetherby last time, going down by 3l from a mark a pound stiffer; acts on sound ground, though the wide draw at stall 14 is an obstacle and the official mark remains challenging.

AI verdict

Carrying top weight of 10-0 with a modest Saturday Rating of 74, outdated form of 431-65, and unfancied 11/1 odds signal limited winning prospects.

Mercury Day

Age 5 · 9-12

453-78

Jack Gilligan 10%

Conrad Allen 14%

9-12

22/1 16/1 20/1

Delivers her effort from off the pace, beaten 4l at York last time at a fair level; effective over this sort of trip on sound ground and her mark looks accessible — wide draw at stall 13 is the one concern.

AI verdict

At 16/1 with a Saturday Rating of 61, poor form of 453-78, and carrying 9-12, Mercury Day offers minimal winning prospects.

Slipper Time

Age 4 · 9-11

130-05

Nicola Currie 8%

Henry Candy 12%

9-11

10/1 18/1 10/1

Struggled to hold his position at Chepstow last time, beaten 6l; his form is variable but he can show his hand on the right occasion, and course and going experience helps — the question is whether he can reproduce his better work at a similar trip here.

AI verdict

A Saturday Rating of 53, poor recent form of 130-05, and 22/1 odds indicate limited winning prospects at 9-11 weight.

Mr Ubiquitous

Age 4 · 9-11

579-15

Kaiya Fraser 12%

Harry Eustace 13%

9-11

33/1 20/1 25/1

Travelled keenly at Yarmouth last time and was well held, beaten over 6l; back from a two-month absence and needs considerably more from this mark to get involved — at least the trip and sound surface are conditions he has handled before.

AI verdict

A Saturday Rating of 60, 20/1 odds, and form showing mostly mid-field finishes make Mr Ubiquitous a weak contender carrying 9-11.

Annastarzy

Age 3 · 9-10

4-4811

Joe Leavy 11%

Richard Hannon 12%

9-10

15/2 5/1 7/1

Back-to-back successes underline her current form, most recently edging a Goodwood handicap by a nose off a mark 4lb lower; the switch to 7f is a slight query for a filly bred to appreciate further, but she brings sound-surface form and genuine momentum.

AI verdict

Rated 86 with patchy form (4-4811) and carrying 9-10, Annastarzy's 11/2 odds reflect a mid-tier market position warranting three stars.

Kennington

Age 3 · 9-8

David Probert 13%

Hughie Morrison 12%

9-8

4/1 4/1 7/2

Got his first win at Lingfield last time, landing a turf novice on his debut on grass; the yard in a productive spell and he looks a promising prospect for handicap company — the step up to this level with so few runs is the one caveat.

AI verdict

Solid Saturday Rating of 86 and consistent form of 31 are undermined by a hefty 9-8 weight at 4/1.

Manly Fireball

Age 3 · 9-8

2-3721

Finley Marsh 14%

Richard Hughes 15%

9-8

10/1 7/1 9/1

Galloped relentlessly to take a Wolverhampton novice by 3½l last time on the all-weather; the switch back to turf and step up to 7f pose questions, and our figures place him mid-field — plenty to prove in this environment.

AI verdict

Carrying top weight of 9-8 with a modest Saturday Rating of 86 and unconvincing recent form, Manly Fireball's 15/2 odds reflect limited market confidence.

Commander Of Life

Age 5 · 9-7

243554

Hector Crouch 18%

Jessica Macey 9%

9-7

8/1 11/1 15/2

Settles well off the pace and finished strongly at Doncaster last time, beaten 3¼l off a mark a pound higher than here; consistent in placing efforts and our rating gives him fair prospects — the inner draw at stall 1 could limit early options.

AI verdict

A Saturday Rating of 66, uninspiring 243554 form, and 9-7 weight make 12/1 odds difficult to justify.

Splash

Age 3 · 9-5

862-9

Thomas Greatrex 6%

Dean Ivory 9%

9-5

40/1 25/1 33/1

Produced very little when well-beaten at Newmarket last time and is back from a two-month absence; a significant upturn in form is needed to feature here, though the trip and conditions suit based on her profile.

AI verdict

Splash's Saturday Rating of 56, poor form of 862-9, and 25/1 odds signal minimal winning prospects under 9-5.

Euphonia

Age 3 · 9-3

856116

Kieran Shoemark 14%

Ed Walker 16%

9-3

14/1 12/1 14/1

Had every chance last time but delivered little, beaten 7l in sixth off the same mark she carries here; the wide berth at stall 15 adds to the task and the handicapper looks to have her measure — a response is overdue.

AI verdict

A Saturday Rating of 75 and 14/1 odds suggest the market lacks confidence despite recent form showing two wins.

Chamber verdict Balanced lens

Kennington

Speculative

Kennington owns one of the strongest chamber scores in this field. The Balanced lens likes the blend of SR strength (48) and market confidence (82). The profile stays composed even after the chamber introduces race-day variance.

4/1 Hughie Morrison David Probert

68% Confidence

20:30

Local IQ Handicap (Str)

Class 5 1m ·Good to Firm ·£5,757 · 5 runners AI Thanos 13/8 Medium Open

No.

Horse

Form

Jockey / Trainer

SR?

Age

Wgt

Odds

Slip

Comment

Thanos

Age 3 · 9-9

22-211

Lewis Edmunds 12%

Harry Charlton 16%

9-9

13/8 6/5 31/19

Cruised to a 5-length success at Chepstow last time, finding further improvement stepping up to a mile off a mark now 10lb lower than the current one; effective at 6f-1m on sound ground and wearing cheekpieces, the form suggests he can complete back-to-back handicap successes despite the stiffer ask.

AI verdict

Solid form (22-211) and a competitive 89 Saturday Rating are offset by top weight 9-9 and non-favourite market position at 6/5.

Lucky Luna

Age 3 · 9-9

461

Sean Levey 13%

Richard Hannon 12%

9-9

9/2 11/2 4/1

Registered her first win in a novice at Salisbury last time, edging clear by half a length, and she has scope to develop further as she steps into handicap company; effective at 6-7f on a range of going, though the step up to 8f here is an unknown.

AI verdict

A Saturday Rating of 78 and inconsistent form figures of 461 at 9-9 weight justify a mid-tier 3-star assessment at 11/2.

Drymee

Age 3 · 9-8

4-71

Tom Marquand 16%

James Fanshawe 18%

9-8

5/2 11/4 5/2

Landed a maiden at Lingfield by a neck last time, finding more when the race developed on softer ground; effective at 7f-1m and handles a range of surfaces, with a top jockey booked and further progress expected now embarking on handicapping.

AI verdict

Solid 80 Saturday Rating and fair 3/1 odds are tempered by top weight of 9-8 and inconsistent 4-71 form.

Del Corso

Age 3 · 9-1

66-334

Kieran Shoemark 14%

Ed Walker 16%

9-1

9/2 5/1 7/2

Raced freely last time but still performed to his usual level at Lingfield, beaten 4 lengths off a mark just 1lb higher than today; effective at a mile to 9f on a variety of surfaces and the return to quicker conditions is a clear plus, making him a credible threat.

AI verdict

Moderate Saturday Rating of 73, inconsistent form (66-334), and 9-1 weight limit justify mid-tier 3/5 appeal at 11/2.

Venturing

Age 3 · 9-1

79-4

David Egan 14%

Tony Carroll 13%

9-1

12/1 17/2 12/1

Supported in the market when a 12-length fourth at Dundalk on his most recent outing, he was unable to back that up and his best form has come on soft or AW ground; returning from a lengthy absence and stepping up in class here, he is hard to recommend.

AI verdict

Venturing's low Saturday Rating of 66, weak form figures of 79-4, and unfancied 17/2 odds justify only 2 stars.

Chamber verdict Balanced lens

Thanos

Live signal

Thanos owns one of the strongest chamber scores in this field. The Balanced lens likes the blend of SR strength (49) and market confidence (93). The profile stays composed even after the chamber introduces race-day variance.

13/8 Harry Charlton Lewis Edmunds

77% Confidence

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Pump Technology Apprentice Handicap

Class 5 5f34y ·Good to Firm ·£5,757 · 9 runners AI Truly Glamorous 10/3 Medium Open

No.

Horse

Form

Jockey / Trainer

SR?

Age

Wgt

Odds

Slip

Comment

Merrimack

Age 5 · 10-2

137323

Chloe Lyons 14%

Stuart Williams 13%

10-2

11/2 5/1 11/2

Tends to go forward and set the pace, handles any surface and is suited by this trip; placed at Brighton 23 days ago off a 1lb lower mark. First-time tongue-tie applied, but our figures put him well below the main protagonists here.

AI verdict

Carrying top weight of 10-2 with a modest Saturday Rating of 71 and inconsistent form of 137323 limits Merrimack's appeal at 5/1.

Over Spiced

Age 4 · 10-1

215543

Ashley Lewis 14%

Grace Harris 10%

10-1

7/1 11/2 7/1

Third off 69 last time, the same mark she faces here, and this consistent filly has a solid speed figure to her name. First-time cheekpieces fitted; still 2lb above where she last landed a race, and the yard is in a quiet spell.

AI verdict

Carrying top weight 10-1 with a Saturday Rating of 66 and inconsistent form 215543 at 11/2 limits confidence.

Truly Glamorous

Age 3 · 9-7

726-41

Harry Vigors 12%

Christopher Mason 17%

9-7

10/3 11/4 10/3

Landed a handicap at Windsor last time by ¾l off a 5lb lower mark for a first career win; effective at 5f on a sound surface and clearly progressive. A capable claimer aboard; the penalty is a factor but he rates a solid danger.

AI verdict

Carrying top weight of 9-7 with a Saturday Rating of 77 and inconsistent form of 726-41 limits confidence despite fair 5/2 odds.

Artista

Age 3 · 9-7

543507

Libby Swallow(7) 0%

Ollie Sangster 14%

9-7

16/1 20/1 14/1

Well beaten when tried at 6f at Newmarket last time, reverting to 5f here from stall 1 is a positive. Yet to win in recent starts and still needs to find more, though the mark continues to come down in her favour.

AI verdict

Artista's 55 Saturday Rating, poor 543507 form, and 16/1 odds signal minimal market confidence despite carrying 9-7.

Life After Love

Age 3 · 9-7

241137

Millie Wonnacott(5) 11%

Ollie Sangster 14%

9-7

14/1 9/1 14/1

Beaten over 8 lengths in her latest outing off a mark 1lb higher than today's, and the trainer is in a lean spell. Suited by 5f, she has the distance form, but a significant reversal of that effort is needed to make her presence felt.

AI verdict

Carrying 9-7 at 10/1 with inconsistent form (241137) and a Saturday Rating of 70 limits confidence despite occasional placed efforts.

Just Jump

Age 4 · 9-7

3758R1

Myla Coppins 17%

Tony Carroll 13%

9-7

9/4 5/2 2/1

Won at Windsor 10 days ago, finishing strongly by 1¼l off a 5lb lower mark; he is adaptable on any surface and effective over a range of trips. Now carries a penalty but tops our ratings and is the one to beat.

AI verdict

Rated just 68 on Saturday with inconsistent form (3758R1) and carrying 9-7, Just Jump lacks the profile to justify its 3/1 market position.

Nifty

Age 3 · 9-4

3-8056

Donagh Murphy 8%

Richard Hughes 15%

9-4

20/1 22/1 18/1

Well below her earlier level at Newmarket last time, beaten 7 lengths; has been winless in recent starts, and the trainer is struggling for form. First-time blinkers could sharpen her up, but there is a case to answer before she can be trusted.

AI verdict

Nifty's Saturday Rating of 40, 28/1 odds, and poor form figure of 3-8056 offer no case for selection.

Faustus

Age 8 · 9-3

673772

Alexandra Egan 14%

Rachel Cook & John Bridger 8%

9-3

7/1 11/2 7/1

Went close at Windsor last time, beaten 1¼l off today's mark; he landed this race 12 months ago and goes particularly well when the ground rides fast. First-time cheekpieces could help, though winless in recent starts, a strong showing could see him go well.

AI verdict

Faustus carries 9-3 with a modest Saturday Rating of 62, inconsistent form reading 673772, and 6/1 odds reflecting limited market confidence.

Havana Jag

Age 3 · 9-0

-53444

Ethan Tindall 10%

John Gallagher 9%

9-0

28/1 20/1 25/1

Consistent and handles both turf and AW at the trip; fourth at Brighton last time was below her best on turf. Returning to conditions she handles better, she is a solid contender here, though yet to win in recent starts.

AI verdict

Carrying top weight of 9-0 with a lowly Saturday Rating of 49, poor recent form of -53444, and dismissed at 20/1 by the market.

Chamber verdict Balanced lens

Just Jump

Speculative

Just Jump owns one of the strongest chamber scores in this field. The Balanced lens likes the blend of SR strength (38) and market confidence (90). The profile stays composed even after the chamber introduces race-day variance.

9/4 Tony Carroll Myla Coppins(3)

71% Confidence