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Forecast: Light rain
Temperature: 4.8° - 11.7°
Rainfall: 0.63mm
Wind: 19.0 mph W
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Down the field in McCoy Contractors Juvenile Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham most recent where travelled but found little; visor first time; just about 2m, acts on good; effective 12f on flat where consistent in high end handicaps, 2m over hurdles where useful recruit; should appreciate this flat track but lots to find on form.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on good ground. Beaten 20l behind Saratoga at 12-1 when 12th of 22 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month. Has won at Chepstow and Sedgefield this season.
Down the field in McCoy Contractors Juvenile Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham most recent where travelled but found little; visor first time; just about 2m, acts on good; effective 12f on flat where consistent in high end handicaps, 2m over hurdles where useful recruit; should appreciate this flat track but lots to find on form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (V only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| T | James Owen | 13 | 3 | 4 | 23.1% |
Improved again to defy huge weight suited by positive ride when winning a 4yo hurdle at Chepstow by 2l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft and good; progressing over hurdles but looks out of depth here.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 7-4jt-fav at Chepstow over 2m (soft) in February, beating Mwabani by 1 3/4l. Has won 3 times this season.
Improved again to defy huge weight suited by positive ride when winning a 4yo hurdle at Chepstow by 2l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft and good; progressing over hurdles but looks out of depth here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | W Greatrex | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
Merely picked off beaten horses, outclassed down the field in Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham most recent; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; made a good start over hurdles, form has been boosted, more to come when brushing up on jumping but unlikely to be reversing form with re-opposing rivals.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 14l behind Apolon De Charnie at 50-1 when 10th of 20 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 JCB Triumph Hurdle at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (soft) last month. Has won 3 times this season.
Merely picked off beaten horses, outclassed down the field in Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham most recent; effective 2m, acts on soft and good; made a good start over hurdles, form has been boosted, more to come when brushing up on jumping but unlikely to be reversing form with re-opposing rivals.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny McMenamin | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A Keatley | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
Improved again when second beaten 2 1/4l in Scottish Triumph Hurdle (Listed) at Musselburgh latest just caught late after number of errors; cheekpieces first time; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective at around 2m, acts on good to soft, good; summer form has been franked, probably has now reached level.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m 1f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 2 1/4l by Made U Blush when second of 6 at 9-4fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 2m (good to soft) in January. Has won 3 times this season.
Improved again when second beaten 2 1/4l in Scottish Triumph Hurdle (Listed) at Musselburgh latest just caught late after number of errors; cheekpieces first time; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective at around 2m, acts on good to soft, good; summer form has been franked, probably has now reached level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 4 | 2 | 57.1% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 4 | 2 | 57.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 4 | 2 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Theo Gillard | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | D McCain Jnr | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Improved again finishing strongly when second beaten 1 1/2l in Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; trainer in form; effective 2m1f, acts on heavy and good to soft; ex French progressing for top yard, worth another go at the top level, track could suit.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 1 1/2l by Apolon De Charnie when second of 20 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 JCB Triumph Hurdle at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (soft) last month. Has won 3 times this season.
Improved again finishing strongly when second beaten 1 1/2l in Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; trainer in form; effective 2m1f, acts on heavy and good to soft; ex French progressing for top yard, worth another go at the top level, track could suit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
Travelled, improved again just out-battled late and flattening out up the hill 2l third in Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham most recent run; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; progressive in both codes, form franked and flatter track a plus.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to good - yielding. Third of 20 behind Apolon De Charnie beaten 1 3/4l at 7-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 JCB Triumph Hurdle at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (soft) last month. Has won 3 times this season.
Travelled, improved again just out-battled late and flattening out up the hill 2l third in Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham most recent run; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; progressive in both codes, form franked and flatter track a plus.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ryan Mania | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| T | A Nicol | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50% |
Forced to switch, conceded first run and too much to do, improved when second beaten 2 1/4l in McCoy Contractors Juvenile Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; form franked, progressive, may get bit further, not ruled out up in class.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground. Beaten 2 1/4l by Saratoga when second of 22 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Forced to switch, conceded first run and too much to do, improved when second beaten 2 1/4l in McCoy Contractors Juvenile Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; form franked, progressive, may get bit further, not ruled out up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 1 | 6 | 8.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 1 | 6 | 8.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | Faye Bramley | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% |
Big effort up in class ridden to pick up the pieces well beaten in Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; stays 2m over hurdles, acts on heavy, good; progressing and should find a race soon down in class but vulnerable here.
Placed in two hurdle races from four NH starts. Beaten 10l behind Apolon De Charnie at 200-1 when eighth of 20 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 JCB Triumph Hurdle at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (soft) last month.
Big effort up in class ridden to pick up the pieces well beaten in Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; stays 2m over hurdles, acts on heavy, good; progressing and should find a race soon down in class but vulnerable here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R T Dunne | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | S Drinkwater | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Ran to form but unable to confirm form with winner 6l third in Gannon's City Juvenile Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown most recent run; effective at 2m, acts on very soft; very smart juvenile prospect for top yard, will get bit further; not ruled out but work to do to reverse form with Selma De Vary.
She has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from soft to yielding - soft. Third of 7 behind Narciso Has beaten 6l at 15-8 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Gannon's City Recovery Narciso Has Recycling Services Juvenile Hurdle at Leopardstown over 2m (heavy) in February.
Ran to form but unable to confirm form with winner 6l third in Gannon's City Juvenile Hurdle (Grade 1) at Leopardstown most recent run; effective at 2m, acts on very soft; very smart juvenile prospect for top yard, will get bit further; not ruled out but work to do to reverse form with Selma De Vary.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | G Elliott | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Hampered at last and forced to switch when fourth beaten 3 1/4l in Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m, acts on heavy and good to soft; showed high class form in France, has joined top connections with excellent record with similar types, competitive at top level.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on heavy ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Apolon De Charnie when fourth of 20 at 13-2 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 JCB Triumph Hurdle at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (soft) last month.
Hampered at last and forced to switch when fourth beaten 3 1/4l in Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m, acts on heavy and good to soft; showed high class form in France, has joined top connections with excellent record with similar types, competitive at top level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & H) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| HG | Hood | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul Townend | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Willie Mullins has won two of the last three renewals with fillies and has another strong contender in SELMA DE VARY, who comes into this after fine efforts in defeat at the Dublin Racing Festival and Cheltenham. Having raced keenly before encountering trouble, her fourth in the Triumph Hurdle can be upgraded and this flatter course might help her to get into a better rhythm. Triumph runner-up Maestro Conti should make a bold bid to uphold the Festival form with the selection, while the third home Minella Study must also be taken seriously given those who race on the front end tend to do well here. Mange Tout could also be on the premises.
There wasn't much between a trio of these in the Triumph Hurdle and they could have this race between them. Minella Study travelled the longest on the bridle that day before flattening out up the hill and should be suited by this flatter track. However they do tend to get racing early on this long straight and that could suit Maestro Conti who finished the strongest at Cheltenham claiming the runner up spot. His previous Grade 2 win was franked in the Adonis and he's proven himself on a quick surface so holds solid claims. However he did hamper SELMA DE VARY coming to the last at Prestbury Park forcing that rival to switch and she was unable to make up the ground. With a better trip today she can reverse the form on this flatter track if settling better early. Of the others Winston Junior is feared most after flying home in the Fred Winter having conceded first run to the winner. Mange Tout has also showed some high class form in Ireland but she does have work to do to reverse form with the selection.
Got racing too early and caught late when second beaten a neck in a handicap chase at Kempton latest; effective 2 1/2m, doesn't get 3m, suited by sound surface; classy hurdler not fully exposed over fences.
Winner of five hurdle races and a chase from 1m 7f to 2m 5f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten a neck by Teddy Blue when second of 7 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Kempton over 2m 4f (good) last month.
Got racing too early and caught late when second beaten a neck in a handicap chase at Kempton latest; effective 2 1/2m, doesn't get 3m, suited by sound surface; classy hurdler not fully exposed over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 20 | 6 | 4 | 30% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 5 | 3 | 29.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 30% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 15 | 4 | 2 | 26.7% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 17 | 5 | 3 | 29.4% |
Outclassed and unsuited by drop in distance when fourth beaten 23l in Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on any; progressing over fences since wind op, worth this step back up in trip but may be vulnerable in this class.
Winner of three hurdle races and three chases from 1m 7f to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Kargese when fourth of 6 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Singer Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices' Chase at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month. Has won 3 times this season.
Outclassed and unsuited by drop in distance when fourth beaten 23l in Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on any; progressing over fences since wind op, worth this step back up in trip but may be vulnerable in this class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 6 | 1 | 50% | |
| Chase | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 6 | 2 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Cannon | 12 | 6 | 1 | 50% |
| T | L Wadham | 15 | 6 | 2 | 40% |
Travelled powerfully but tired from home bend, didn't stay when comfortably held in Brown Advisory Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham last time; Irish form boosted; effective 2 1/2-3m; progressing over fences, could be top class and needs this drop in trip.
He has won a hurdle race, two NH flat races and a chase from 1m 4f to 2m 5f on yielding and heavy ground. Finished 10l behind Kitzbuhel when sixth of 14 at 15-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Brown Advisory Novices' Chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (good to soft) last month.
Travelled powerfully but tired from home bend, didn't stay when comfortably held in Brown Advisory Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham last time; Irish form boosted; effective 2 1/2-3m; progressing over fences, could be top class and needs this drop in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 3 | 4 | 30% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% |
Winner of two G1s; 5l third in Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham most recent run where lacked tactical speed of front pair and made error at crucial stage; effective 2m, acts on any; top class over hurdles and fences, likely to improve now stepped up in trip.
Winner of three hurdle races and three chases from 1m 7f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 6 behind Kargese beaten 5l at 11-10fav on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Singer Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices' Chase at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month. Has won 3 times this season.
Winner of two G1s; 5l third in Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham most recent run where lacked tactical speed of front pair and made error at crucial stage; effective 2m, acts on any; top class over hurdles and fences, likely to improve now stepped up in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 6 | 1 | 75% | |
| Chase | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 4 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 6 | 1 | 75% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | N de Boinville | 6 | 4 | 1 | 66.7% |
| T | N J Henderson | 7 | 5 | 1 | 71.4% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
27l third in Kingmaker Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Warwick most recent run where jumped poorly on unsuitably testing ground; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft, good; progressive until latest, kept fresh, doesn't do much in front, could bounce back on spring ground.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases at 2m on good and good to soft ground. Last of 3 behind Steel Ally beaten 27l at 11-8 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Oddschecker Kingmaker Novices' Chase at Warwick over 2m (heavy) in February. Has won 3 times this season.
27l third in Kingmaker Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Warwick most recent run where jumped poorly on unsuitably testing ground; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft, good; progressive until latest, kept fresh, doesn't do much in front, could bounce back on spring ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 4 | 2 | 40% | |
| Chase | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 4 | 2 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 6 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | B Pauling | 7 | 4 | 0 | 57.1% |
LULAMBA is already a Grade 1 winner over fences and his commendable third in the Arkle was a game effort considering his pedigree and style of running have always suggested a longer trip should suit. This race was mentioned shortly after Cheltenham and taking into account that he is by far the highest-rated contender, Nicky Henderson's five-year-old is hard to oppose. Koktail Divin is respected but has 12lb to find based on the official ratings, while Jax Junior (18 lengths and one place behind Lulamba in the Arkle) and Mambonumberfive face even sterner tests off level weights.
LULAMBA didn't quite have the tactical speed of the first pair home in the Arkle last time but he would've been a bit closer but for a shuddering error 2 out and he can make amends over this longer trip. His Game Spirit victory has already been boosted with the way he powered clear that day suggesting the Grade 1 winning hurdler and chaser would have more to offer over further. Koktail Divin impressed with his jumping when an easy winner in Ireland on his penultimate start and that form took a boost in the Irish National this week. He travelled well for a long way in the Brown Advisory at Cheltenham but plainly didn't stay the 3m. Dropped back in distance he could provide the main challenge ahead of Mambonumberfive who couldn't jump out of the heavy ground in the Kingmaker last time. However the Wayward Lad winner brings in course experience and could resume his progression back on this quicker surface.
Winner of five G1s; yard won this last year; pulled up in Ryanair Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest where beaten early with race coming too soon; effective 2m-2m5f on soft and good; classy performer, still only an 8yo and a Grade 1 course winner who retains potential but must bounce back
Has won six hurdle races, a NH flat race and four chases from 1m 4f to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Pulled up 5 out when 10-3 in the Group 1 Ryanair Chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good) in a Grade 1 chase won by Heart Wood last month on his latest outing.
Winner of five G1s; yard won this last year; pulled up in Ryanair Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest where beaten early with race coming too soon; effective 2m-2m5f on soft and good; classy performer, still only an 8yo and a Grade 1 course winner who retains potential but must bounce back
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 10 | 1 | 62.5% | |
| Chase | 7 | 4 | 0 | 57.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 8 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 14 | 8 | 1 | 57.1% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul Townend | 11 | 9 | 1 | 81.8% |
| T | W P Mullins | 16 | 10 | 1 | 62.5% |
Winner of two G1s including 2025 Arkle; ran to form but no match for winner when second beaten 8l in Cheltenham Gold Cup (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m-3m2f, acts on any but suited by decent ground; top class, unexposed over staying trips, can throw in odd error but progressing and fancied to avenge last year's novice defeat here to Impaire Et Passe.
Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 8l by Gaelic Warrior when second of 10 at 11-4jt-fav on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup Chase at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good to soft) last month.
Winner of two G1s including 2025 Arkle; ran to form but no match for winner when second beaten 8l in Cheltenham Gold Cup (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m-3m2f, acts on any but suited by decent ground; top class, unexposed over staying trips, can throw in odd error but progressing and fancied to avenge last year's novice defeat here to Impaire Et Passe.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 5 | 4 | 41.7% | |
| Chase | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 5 | 4 | 45.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 5 | 5 | 38.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 30% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | N de Boinville | 10 | 4 | 4 | 40% |
| T | N J Henderson | 12 | 5 | 4 | 41.7% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Winner of three G1s including here; jumped slickly and returned to form on favourable drying ground when second beaten 1 1/2l in Ascot Chase (Grade 1) at Ascot latest; best at 2m5f, needs sound surface; will remain competitive but a little bit below top class, Ascot specialist.
Has won four hurdle races and 11 chases from 1m 7f to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 1 1/2l by Jonbon when second of 6 at 5-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Betfair Ascot Chase at Ascot over 2m 5f (good to soft) in February.
Winner of three G1s including here; jumped slickly and returned to form on favourable drying ground when second beaten 1 1/2l in Ascot Chase (Grade 1) at Ascot latest; best at 2m5f, needs sound surface; will remain competitive but a little bit below top class, Ascot specialist.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 36 | 15 | 7 | 41.7% | |
| Chase | 25 | 11 | 4 | 44% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 28 | 12 | 5 | 42.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 29 | 12 | 5 | 41.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 25 | 10 | 5 | 40% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 28 | 12 | 5 | 42.9% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 30 | 12 | 5 | 40% |
Winner of three G1s; went clear with ease, outclassed rivals when winning Premier Chase (Listed) at Kelso by 8 1/2l last time; trainer in form; effective 2 1/2-3m; consistent veteran likes this venue but probably vulnerable to less exposed rival.
Has won a hurdle race and nine chases from 2m to 3m 2f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 1-12fav at Kelso over 2m 7f (good to soft) in February, beating Minella Drama by 9l. Has also won at Windsor this season.
Winner of three G1s; went clear with ease, outclassed rivals when winning Premier Chase (Listed) at Kelso by 8 1/2l last time; trainer in form; effective 2 1/2-3m; consistent veteran likes this venue but probably vulnerable to less exposed rival.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 35 | 10 | 10 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 26 | 9 | 6 | 34.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 31 | 10 | 7 | 32.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 22 | 7 | 6 | 31.8% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 26 | 6 | 7 | 23.1% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 33 | 9 | 9 | 27.3% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 34 | 10 | 9 | 29.4% |
Back to form when winning Cotswold Chase (Grade 2) at Cheltenham by 3/4l last time; that form boosted in GC; effective 2 1/2-3m, needs cut; top class dual Grade 1 winning novice back to best latest, should remain competitive at top level in spring festivals though could do with some rain as skipped GC due to quick ground.
Winner of a hurdle race and five chases from 2m to 3m 1f on ground varying from soft to heavy. A winner at 11-4 in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Betfair Cotswold Chase at Cheltenham over 3m 1f (soft) on his latest outing in January, beating L'Homme Presse by 3/4l.
Back to form when winning Cotswold Chase (Grade 2) at Cheltenham by 3/4l last time; that form boosted in GC; effective 2 1/2-3m, needs cut; top class dual Grade 1 winning novice back to best latest, should remain competitive at top level in spring festivals though could do with some rain as skipped GC due to quick ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 6 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Chase | 11 | 5 | 1 | 45.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 5 | 3 | 35.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 18 | 6 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 44.4% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mark Walsh | 12 | 4 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | J J Mangan | 18 | 6 | 4 | 33.3% |
With his Gold Cup conqueror Gaelic Warrior not bidding for back-to-back wins in this race, JANGO BAIE is the logical choice after his gallant second in last month's Cheltenham Festival showpiece. With the world at his feet as an improving seven-year-old, Nicky Henderson's charge is in the right age bracket to firmly establish himself as a stayer of the highest order. With his illustrious connections targeting Spillane's Tower at this rather than the Grand National on Saturday, the dual Grade 1 winner can provide a stern test for the selection. Protektorat, Impaire Et Passe and Pic D'Orhy all have oodles of class so this is by no means a two-horse race.
JANGO BAIE was ultimately well beaten in the Gold Cup but he was a clear second and a repeat of that effort should be enough here. The 2025 Arkle winner was arguably a bit unlucky in the King George previously and remains unexposed as a stayer. He was beaten in a Grade 1 novice here last term by Impaire Et Passe but he was outpaced over 2 1/2m that day before rallying. Over this longer trip he can reverse the form with that rival who must bounce back after disappointing in the Ryanair. The biggest danger may be from dual Grade 1 winner Spillane's Tower who bounced back to his best in the Cotswold Chase last time. That form took a small boost in the Gold Cup and he isn't fully exposed as a stayer in open company. He was withdrawn from the Gold Cup due to quick ground though so he will need some rain to arrive. Veteran Protektorat has a decent record here where he was a Grade 1 winner as a novice. He's been kept fresh for this after outclassing rivals at lower levels and isn't ruled out either though he is probably vulnerable to a less exposed rival.
Continued in poor form 23l third in a hunter chase at Leicester most recent run; effective 2m-2m5f; ran well at Aintree last year, poor this year and must bounce back.
Winner of a chase and six point-to-points from 2m to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 4 behind Snipe beaten 23l at 7-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Leicester over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Continued in poor form 23l third in a hunter chase at Leicester most recent run; effective 2m-2m5f; ran well at Aintree last year, poor this year and must bounce back.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Zac Baker | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Mrs N Sheppard | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
Went clear, kicked on too soon 10l third in a hunter chase at Carlisle most recent run; effective 2m2f-2m4f, acts on soft, good; capable of better for new yard if ridden slightly more conservatively.
A winner of a chase at 2m 3f on soft ground. Third of 6 behind Bellaney Lord beaten 10l at 11-10fav on his latest outing in a chase at Carlisle over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month.
Went clear, kicked on too soon 10l third in a hunter chase at Carlisle most recent run; effective 2m2f-2m4f, acts on soft, good; capable of better for new yard if ridden slightly more conservatively.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Albi Tufnell | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | F O'Brien | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Yard won this last year; improved again under fine ride when winning a hunter chase at Cheltenham by a neck last time; stamina only just held out that day; effective 2m-3m2f on a sound surface; most progressive, remain competitive in top Hunter Chases, Aintree trip could suit ideally.
Has won five chases and four point-to-points from 2m to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 9-2 in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Its On The Line by a neck. Has won 3 times this season.
Yard won this last year; improved again under fine ride when winning a hunter chase at Cheltenham by a neck last time; stamina only just held out that day; effective 2m-3m2f on a sound surface; most progressive, remain competitive in top Hunter Chases, Aintree trip could suit ideally.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 5 | 0 | 71.4% | |
| Chase | 5 | 5 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 5 | 2 | 38.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 6 | 4 | 31.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr H Crow | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | J J O'Shea | 5 | 5 | 0 | 100% |
Returned to form when second beaten 7l in a hunter chase at Leicester latest; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on decent ground; inconsistent, stamina to prove.
Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 7l by Snipe when second of 4 at 5-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Leicester over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Returned to form when second beaten 7l in a hunter chase at Leicester latest; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on decent ground; inconsistent, stamina to prove.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 4 | 1 | 30.8% | |
| Chase | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 4 | 1 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 11 | 5 | 1 | 45.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss Natasha Cookson | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J Cookson | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Never jumped or travelled when well beaten in a hunter chase at Newbury latest; effective at around 3m; needs to leave reappearance form behind and looks out of depth.
Has won two hurdle races, four NH flat races, four chases and four point-to-points from 1m 1f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 18l behind Jeffery's Cross at 10-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in a chase at Newbury over 2m 7f (good to soft) last month.
Never jumped or travelled when well beaten in a hunter chase at Newbury latest; effective at around 3m; needs to leave reappearance form behind and looks out of depth.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 30 | 6 | 7 | 20% | |
| Chase | 23 | 4 | 7 | 17.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 29 | 6 | 7 | 20.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Brown | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Robert Varnham | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Pulled up in a hunter chase at Exeter latest where stopped quickly after bad error; effective at around 3m; unexposed in hunter chases but unreliable and vulnerable in this grade.
Winner of a hurdle race and five chases from 2m 5f to 3m 2f on soft ground. Pulled up at the 12th when 10-1 at Exeter over 3m (good to soft) in a chase won by Macklin last month on his latest outing.
Pulled up in a hunter chase at Exeter latest where stopped quickly after bad error; effective at around 3m; unexposed in hunter chases but unreliable and vulnerable in this grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 36 | 6 | 6 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 29 | 5 | 4 | 17.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 26 | 6 | 5 | 23.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss Molly Armytage | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | Mrs David Plunkett | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Ran to best when winning the Open Point at High Easter by 12l last time; effective 3m, acts on soft, good; consistent in points and hunter chases, remain competitive.
Has won two chases and ten point-to-points from 3m to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Won on his latest outing in a point-to-point race when 2-7fav at High Easter over 3m (good to soft) last month, beating Larry by 12l.
Ran to best when winning the Open Point at High Easter by 12l last time; effective 3m, acts on soft, good; consistent in points and hunter chases, remain competitive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% | |
| Chase | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 1 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Cheek Pieces | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss Gina Andrews | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| T | Mrs G Andrews | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved on recent form when winning the Conditions Point at Cothelstone by 8l last time; effective 2 1/2-3m; took this in 2023, retains ability and a winner when last seen under rules.
Has won six chases and 12 point-to-points from 2m 4f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Won on his latest outing in a point-to-point race when 4-5fav at Cothelstone over 3m (soft) last month, beating Important Notice by 8l. Has won 3 times this season.
Improved on recent form when winning the Conditions Point at Cothelstone by 8l last time; effective 2 1/2-3m; took this in 2023, retains ability and a winner when last seen under rules.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 6 | 2 | 46.2% | |
| Chase | 11 | 6 | 1 | 54.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 6 | 2 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Milo Herbert | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C R Barber | 11 | 6 | 1 | 54.6% |
Unsuited by rain softened round when fourth beaten 25l in a hunter chase at Wincanton latest; enjoys making it; effective 2-2 1/2m; formerly useful, up against it here.
Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to yielding, but last win was over three years ago. Well beaten at 5-1 when fourth of 6 on his latest outing in a chase at Wincanton over 2m 4f (good to soft) in February.
Unsuited by rain softened round when fourth beaten 25l in a hunter chase at Wincanton latest; enjoys making it; effective 2-2 1/2m; formerly useful, up against it here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 37 | 5 | 11 | 13.5% | |
| Chase | 27 | 4 | 6 | 14.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 27 | 5 | 7 | 18.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 14 | 4 | 3 | 28.6% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Daniel Williams | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Miss Henton | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Outpaced, needed stiffer test 29l third in a hunter chase at Ludlow most recent run; visor first time; effective at around 3m; fair mark on hunter form, form in and out of late but does like this venue.
Has won three hurdle races and six chases from 2m 1f to 4m on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 9 behind Killer Clown beaten 29l at 6-5fav on his latest outing in a chase at Ludlow over 2m 4f (good) last month.
Outpaced, needed stiffer test 29l third in a hunter chase at Ludlow most recent run; visor first time; effective at around 3m; fair mark on hunter form, form in and out of late but does like this venue.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 37 | 9 | 11 | 24.3% | |
| Chase | 28 | 6 | 9 | 21.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| C | Course | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 29 | 7 | 10 | 24.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & V) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Visor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Huw Edwards | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | O Greenall & J Guerriero | 22 | 5 | 7 | 22.7% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Rallied, ran to form on ground probably quicker than ideal when fourth beaten 14l in a hunter chase at Cheltenham latest; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts with cut; inconsistent but unexposed in hunter chases, could be useful recruit and a big player if ground not too quick.
Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 2m 1f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 14l behind Barton Snow when fourth of 23 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Taunton and Warwick this season.
Rallied, ran to form on ground probably quicker than ideal when fourth beaten 14l in a hunter chase at Cheltenham latest; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts with cut; inconsistent but unexposed in hunter chases, could be useful recruit and a big player if ground not too quick.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 22 | 5 | 6 | 22.7% | |
| Chase | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 3 | 3 | 23.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss O Nicholls | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 13 | 3 | 2 | 23.1% |
Won this last year; pulled up in a hunter chase at Cheltenham latest where went too fast and didn't stay; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on any; must bounce back and looks stable second string.
Winner of a hurdle race, three chases and two point-to-points from 2m to 3m 3f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Pulled up 3 out when 50-1 at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good to soft) in a chase won by Barton Snow last month on his latest outing.
Won this last year; pulled up in a hunter chase at Cheltenham latest where went too fast and didn't stay; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on any; must bounce back and looks stable second string.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 4 | 6 | 22.2% | |
| Chase | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 3 | 6 | 18.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 4 | 6 | 23.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr P A King | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J J O'Shea | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% |
Returned to form, bled when second beaten 5l in a handicap chase at Sedgefield latest; effective 3m-3m1f, acts on soft, good; not one to rely on building on latest.
He has won a chase and two point-to-points at 3m on good ground. Beaten 5l by Realisation when second of 6 at 7-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Sedgefield over 3m 2f (good) last month.
Returned to form, bled when second beaten 5l in a handicap chase at Sedgefield latest; effective 3m-3m1f, acts on soft, good; not one to rely on building on latest.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Chase | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Nick Orpwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Mrs F E Needham | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Rallied, just failed, ran to form when second beaten a neck in a hunter chase at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m5f-3m2f; lazy but veteran is admirably consistent in top hunter chases and took this in 2024.
Has won nine chases and three point-to-points from 2m 5f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. Beaten a neck by Barton Snow when second of 23 at 7-2fav on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good to soft) last month.
Rallied, just failed, ran to form when second beaten a neck in a hunter chase at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m5f-3m2f; lazy but veteran is admirably consistent in top hunter chases and took this in 2024.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 9 | 7 | 47.4% | |
| Chase | 19 | 9 | 7 | 47.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 7 | 7 | 41.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 25 | 11 | 8 | 44% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 14.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr D O'Connor | 9 | 5 | 3 | 55.6% |
| T | E Mullins | 27 | 12 | 10 | 44.4% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Rallied, ran to form at favoured venue suited by drying ground when second beaten a head in a hunter chase at Newbury latest; effective 3m, needs a sound surface; consistent when getting ground, more to come in these races.
Winner of a hurdle race, five chases and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten a head by Jeffery's Cross when second of 8 at 12-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Newbury over 2m 7f (good to soft) last month.
Rallied, ran to form at favoured venue suited by drying ground when second beaten a head in a hunter chase at Newbury latest; effective 3m, needs a sound surface; consistent when getting ground, more to come in these races.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 32 | 6 | 10 | 18.8% | |
| Chase | 25 | 5 | 7 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 32 | 6 | 10 | 18.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 28 | 6 | 9 | 21.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 10% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Paddy Barlow | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Lemos Souza | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ran to form 9 1/2l third in a handicap chase at Warwick most recent run; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts with cut; back in form but plenty more needed to figure at this level.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 2m 3f on good to soft and heavy ground. Third of 5 behind Cabhfuilfungi beaten 10l at 13-8fav on his latest outing in a chase at Warwick over 2m 4f (soft) in February.
Ran to form 9 1/2l third in a handicap chase at Warwick most recent run; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts with cut; back in form but plenty more needed to figure at this level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 3 | 6 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 2 | 4 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr R James | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Boultbee-Brooks | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Returned to form down in grade and up in trip when winning a hunter chase at Gowran Park by 3/4l last time; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on any; formerly very useful, unexposed in hunter chases, worth step up in class.
Winner of a hurdle race, two chases and two point-to-points from 2m 4f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 7-2 in a chase at Gowran Park over 3m 1f (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Hunters Yarn by 3/4l.
Returned to form down in grade and up in trip when winning a hunter chase at Gowran Park by 3/4l last time; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on any; formerly very useful, unexposed in hunter chases, worth step up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 3 | 5 | 23.1% | |
| Chase | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 2 | 4 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 5 | 5 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ms Sophie Carter | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Ms M Mullins | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
Ran to form 8l third in a hunter chase at Cheltenham most recent run; effective 3m2f, acts on decent ground; consistent, strong stayer may find this on the sharp side.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race, a chase and three point-to-points from 1m 7f to 3m 2f on good and soft ground. Third of 23 behind Barton Snow beaten 8l at 33-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good to soft) last month.
Ran to form 8l third in a hunter chase at Cheltenham most recent run; effective 3m2f, acts on decent ground; consistent, strong stayer may find this on the sharp side.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 3 | 4 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss Ellie Callwood | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Miss K Morgan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
Returned to form back on better ground when winning a hunter chase at Leicester by 7l last time; wants 3m ideally, acts on soft or quicker; in fair form, unexposed in hunter chases and no forlorn stable second string.
Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m to 3m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 4-5fav at Leicester over 2m (good to soft) last month, beating Densworth by 7l. Has also won at Hereford this season.
Returned to form back on better ground when winning a hunter chase at Leicester by 7l last time; wants 3m ideally, acts on soft or quicker; in fair form, unexposed in hunter chases and no forlorn stable second string.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 27 | 5 | 6 | 18.5% | |
| Chase | 20 | 4 | 5 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 5 | 6 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 11 | 2 | 0 | 18.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Sean P O'Connor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 27 | 5 | 6 | 18.5% |
Didn't stay but ran well for a long way well beaten in a hunter chase at Cheltenham latest; in good form prior; effective 2 1/2m, barely gets 3m, acts on any but suited by decent ground; well treated on old form, should be thereabouts once more.
Winner of a hurdle race, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 66-1 behind Barton Snow when eighth of 23 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good to soft) last month.
Didn't stay but ran well for a long way well beaten in a hunter chase at Cheltenham latest; in good form prior; effective 2 1/2m, barely gets 3m, acts on any but suited by decent ground; well treated on old form, should be thereabouts once more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 46 | 4 | 11 | 8.7% | |
| Chase | 34 | 3 | 8 | 8.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 39 | 2 | 10 | 5.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Cheek Pieces | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Samuel Scott | 8 | 1 | 4 | 12.5% |
| T | Myles Osborne | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Did it easily, untested in match race when winning a hunter chase at Kempton by 8 1/2l last time; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-3m1f on heavy and good; likes small fields and is useful in hunter chases.
Has won four hurdle races, a NH flat race and six chases from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to heavy. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 1-11fav at Kempton over 2m 4f (good) last month, beating Fix At All by 9l. Has also won at Wincanton this season.
Did it easily, untested in match race when winning a hunter chase at Kempton by 8 1/2l last time; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-3m1f on heavy and good; likes small fields and is useful in hunter chases.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 26 | 10 | 4 | 38.5% | |
| Chase | 14 | 6 | 3 | 42.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 10 | 3 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 27 | 11 | 5 | 40.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr James King | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| T | O Murphy | 28 | 11 | 5 | 39.3% |
Ran to form when winning a hunter chase at Haydock by 5l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on soft, good; consistent in top end handicaps, useful recruit to hunter chases, Aintree could suit and may have class edge.
Winner of two hurdle races and four chases from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 3-1 in a chase at Haydock over 2m 6f (good to soft) on his latest outing in February, beating Take All by 5l. Has also won at Taunton this season.
Ran to form when winning a hunter chase at Haydock by 5l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on soft, good; consistent in top end handicaps, useful recruit to hunter chases, Aintree could suit and may have class edge.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 31 | 6 | 8 | 19.4% | |
| Chase | 24 | 4 | 5 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 30 | 6 | 8 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 21 | 4 | 4 | 19.1% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss Heidi Palin | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 31 | 6 | 8 | 19.4% |
Ran to form when second beaten 5l in the Open Point at Overton latest; effective 2 1/2-3m, suited by sound surface; chase debut form franked, likely more to come but work to do to reverse form with fav.
Winner of six point-to-points from 2m 4f to 3m on good and soft ground. Beaten 5l by Eagles Rock when second of 6 at 5-4fav on his latest outing in a point-to-point race at Overton over 3m (good) last month.
Ran to form when second beaten 5l in the Open Point at Overton latest; effective 2 1/2-3m, suited by sound surface; chase debut form franked, likely more to come but work to do to reverse form with fav.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr J Teal | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J Teal | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Yard won this last year; pulled up in a hunter chase at Cheltenham latest where outclassed; effective 2m5f-3m; must bounce back and stable holds stronger claims.
Winner of a chase and five point-to-points from 2m 4f to 3m on good ground. Pulled up 2 out when 100-1 at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good to soft) in a chase won by Barton Snow last month on his latest outing.
Yard won this last year; pulled up in a hunter chase at Cheltenham latest where outclassed; effective 2m5f-3m; must bounce back and stable holds stronger claims.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Alan O'Sullivan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J J O'Shea | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Taken on up front and made too much use of comfortably held in a hunter chase at Carlisle last time; in good form prior; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on good to soft and good; unexposed under rules, needs more in this class.
She has won a chase and three point-to-points from 2m 4f to 3m on good to soft ground. Well beaten at 5-1 behind Bellaney Lord when fifth of 6 on her latest outing in a chase at Carlisle over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month.
Taken on up front and made too much use of comfortably held in a hunter chase at Carlisle last time; in good form prior; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on good to soft and good; unexposed under rules, needs more in this class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss Pippa Brown | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| T | A C Wilson | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
Barton Snow and Its On The Line clash again after their epic encounter at the Cheltenham Festival where Joe O'Shea's charge came out on top, despite making a complete mess of the final fence. There has to be a slight concern whether the race has taken enough out of him and it may well be that the runner-up, who won this in 2024, is able to reverse the form. That said, the pair come up against a fresh rival in the shape of UNEXPECTED PARTY, who seems to have had this as a long-term aim since being switched to the hunter chase sphere. He has been a comfortable winner at Taunton and Haydock and the strong-travelling grey should be ideally suited to the demands of these fences. Others to consider include Golden Son, who is likely to benefit from dropping back in trip after finishing fourth at Cheltenham, Lets Go Champ and Java Point.
Plenty who raced at Cheltenham re-oppose and the winner Barton Snow is the obvious place to start. He was given a fine ride that day to land a gamble with his stamina just holding up over 3 1/4m. He's unbeaten under rules and with the drop back in trip to suit he should confirm form with Cheltenham runner up Its On The Line. The 2024 winner of this contest has proven admirably consistent in this discipline for a number of years and should run his usual race which can see him gain a place. One who was ultimately well beaten at Cheltenham but ran well for a long way again was Take All. He doesn't stay 3m+ but he is consistent on good ground in hunter chases at around 2 1/2m and should be much closer to the front at the finish here. However preference is for UNEXPECTED PARTY who could have a class edge on his rivals. The former Grand Annual winner has taken well to this discipline this season but as recently as the autumn he was recording the top rating in this contest when chasing home a future dual Grade 2 winner. Now that his stamina for this far is proven he looks a solid alternative against an exposed line up.
When fourth beaten 9 1/2l in Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on soft and good to firm; highly progressive but probably vulnerable for the win at the top level.
Winner of five hurdle races from 1m 7f to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Finished 10l behind Lossiemouth when fourth of 9 at 22-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Unibet Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month. Has won 3 times this season.
When fourth beaten 9 1/2l in Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on soft and good to firm; highly progressive but probably vulnerable for the win at the top level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 5 | 2 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 5 | 2 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 10 | 5 | 2 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brendan Powell | 9 | 4 | 2 | 44.4% |
| T | J Tizzard | 10 | 5 | 2 | 50% |
Winner of four G1s; outclassed rivals when winning the QuinnBet Hurdle at Leopardstown by 21l last time; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by decent ground but acts on soft; top class at best, jumping an issue over fences, may do better in spring and unexposed over hurdles, player.
Has won four hurdle races and six chases from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 2-7fav at Leopardstown over 2m 2f (soft - heavy) last month, beating Soir De Garde by 21l.
Winner of four G1s; outclassed rivals when winning the QuinnBet Hurdle at Leopardstown by 21l last time; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by decent ground but acts on soft; top class at best, jumping an issue over fences, may do better in spring and unexposed over hurdles, player.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 10 | 4 | 52.6% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 4 | 2 | 57.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 9 | 2 | 56.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 10 | 3 | 52.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 38.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul Townend | 14 | 8 | 3 | 57.1% |
| T | W P Mullins | 18 | 10 | 3 | 55.6% |
Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; hampered early and left poorly placed in race dominated from front when down the field in BetMGM Cup Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham most recent; top jockey back on board; effective 2 1/2m; classy hurdler, generally consistent, looks out of depth here.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m 3f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Jingko Blue when 12th of 24 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month.
Yard has won 2 of last 5 runnings of race; hampered early and left poorly placed in race dominated from front when down the field in BetMGM Cup Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham most recent; top jockey back on board; effective 2 1/2m; classy hurdler, generally consistent, looks out of depth here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 3 | 4 | 23.1% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 3 | 4 | 27.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 3 | 5 | 21.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 3 | 5 | 21.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | N de Boinville | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| T | N J Henderson | 14 | 3 | 5 | 21.4% |
Ran to form outclassing rivals when winning National Spirit Hurdle (Grade 2) at Fontwell by 2l last time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good; in form, looks to have reached level over hurdles, could do well at G2/3 level but bit below top class.
Has won seven hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race when 1-2fav in the Group 2 Star Sports National Spirit Hurdle at Fontwell over 2m 3f (heavy) in February, beating Brewin'upastorm by 2l. Has also won at Windsor this season.
Ran to form outclassing rivals when winning National Spirit Hurdle (Grade 2) at Fontwell by 2l last time; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft and good; in form, looks to have reached level over hurdles, could do well at G2/3 level but bit below top class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 6 | 2 | 54.6% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 6 | 2 | 54.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 5 | 2 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 7 | 3 | 58.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 12 | 7 | 2 | 58.3% |
| T | Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies | 12 | 7 | 2 | 58.3% |
Winner of two G1s; 7l third in Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham most recent run where lacked speed of principals and conceded first run; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on soft, good to soft; top prospect, G1 class, may ideally want bit further than 2m, Aintree Hurdle could suit ideally.
Winner of five hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m 1f to 2m 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 9 behind Lossiemouth beaten 7l at 3-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Unibet Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Winner of two G1s; 7l third in Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham most recent run where lacked speed of principals and conceded first run; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on soft, good to soft; top prospect, G1 class, may ideally want bit further than 2m, Aintree Hurdle could suit ideally.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 5 | 1 | 71.4% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 5 | 1 | 71.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 6 | 1 | 75% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 6 | 1 | 75% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 8 | 6 | 1 | 75% |
| T | Dan Skelton | 8 | 6 | 1 | 75% |
Winner of four G1s including this in 2024; bit free in front when second beaten 6 1/2l in Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; got first run on The New Lion that day; effective 2m, acts on any but suited by cut; top class at best, not always the most reliable.
Has won eight hurdle races and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy. Beaten 7l by Lossiemouth when second of 9 at 7-2 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Unibet Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Winner of four G1s including this in 2024; bit free in front when second beaten 6 1/2l in Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; got first run on The New Lion that day; effective 2m, acts on any but suited by cut; top class at best, not always the most reliable.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 8 | 3 | 61.5% | |
| Hurdle | 13 | 8 | 3 | 61.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 8 | 3 | 61.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 10 | 3 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 12 | 7 | 3 | 58.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 10 | 6 | 3 | 60% |
| T | G Elliott | 15 | 10 | 3 | 66.7% |
Winner of two G1s; ran to form, likely as good as she is beaten 10l in Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham last time; took that contest last year; in good form prior; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft, good; fortunate dual G1 winner but usually runs her race; unlikely to be reversing form with re-opposing rivals over this longer trip.
Has won seven hurdle races and a NH flat race from 1m 7f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 10l behind Lossiemouth when fifth of 9 at 12-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Unibet Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Winner of two G1s; ran to form, likely as good as she is beaten 10l in Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) at Cheltenham last time; took that contest last year; in good form prior; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on soft, good; fortunate dual G1 winner but usually runs her race; unlikely to be reversing form with re-opposing rivals over this longer trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 7 | 2 | 53.9% | |
| Hurdle | 13 | 7 | 2 | 53.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 8 | 3 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 8 | 3 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 41.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Lorcan Williams | 14 | 7 | 3 | 50% |
| T | J Scott | 16 | 8 | 3 | 50% |
Just half a length separated BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD and The New Lion when they chased home Lossiemouth in the Champion Hurdle and Gordon Elliott's mare is expected to confirm her superiority. There has been a suspicion that she has never been at her best at Cheltenham, but there was no disgrace in her effort last month and the seven-year-old boasts a much stronger level of form. Alexei was running really well until making a bad mistake at the last when fourth in the Champion and he will be a live threat if his stamina holds out, while Potters Charm arrives here following a brace of victories at Windsor and Fontwell.
2024 winner Brighterdaysahead did best of those who raced in the Champion Hurdle last time and will appreciate this longer trip. However she did have the run of the race from the front that day and may find the ground on the quick side again here so THE NEW LION may be able to reverse the form. The International Hurdle winner's Grade 1 wins as a novice came over this longer trip and he lacked the tactical speed to get competitive over 2m at Cheltenham but did finish well having conceded first run. His jumping was an issue earlier in the season but he looks to have ironed out those mistakes and he remains relatively unexposed in open company so could progress again. The biggest danger to the re-opposing pair is likely to be El Fabiolo who has returned to hurdling in fine form this term after some jumping problems crept in over fences. The multiple Grade 1 winning chaser is completely unexposed in this sphere at high levels and his Grade 1 form here as a novice reads very well. The drier ground here is a positive and he's forgiven his defeat behind Gordon Elliott's mare at the DRF where he was far too keen.
Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; fell in Grand Annual Challenge Cup at Cheltenham latest when booked for about sixth; effective 2m; Grade 1 winner over hurdles, useful chaser but has had issues, finishing efforts a concern.
Winner of three hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Fell at the last when 6-1 at Cheltenham over 2m (good) in a chase won by Martator last month on his latest outing.
Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; fell in Grand Annual Challenge Cup at Cheltenham latest when booked for about sixth; effective 2m; Grade 1 winner over hurdles, useful chaser but has had issues, finishing efforts a concern.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 4 | 2 | 30.8% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 4 | 2 | 30.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mark Walsh | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 13 | 4 | 2 | 30.8% |
Comfortably held in a handicap chase at Newbury last time where unsuited by tactics and never asked a question; enjoys making it; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by sound surface; mark looks fair for new yard based on Irish Grade 2/3 form, can do better when back front running.
Has won three hurdle races and six chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Prairie Wolf when fifth of 7 on his latest outing in a chase at Newbury over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month.
Comfortably held in a handicap chase at Newbury last time where unsuited by tactics and never asked a question; enjoys making it; effective 2-2 1/2m, suited by sound surface; mark looks fair for new yard based on Irish Grade 2/3 form, can do better when back front running.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 22 | 9 | 2 | 40.9% | |
| Chase | 16 | 6 | 1 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 11 | 4 | 0 | 36.4% |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 8 | 2 | 38.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 14 | 6 | 0 | 42.9% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R P McLernon | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | N P Mulholland | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Outpaced, outclassed, needed run when well beaten in Champion Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; consistent until latest, could be well treated back in a handicap judged on Grade 1 novice C&D form.
Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 1m 7f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 150-1 behind Il Etait Temps when eighth of 10 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Outpaced, outclassed, needed run when well beaten in Champion Chase (Grade 1) at Cheltenham latest; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; consistent until latest, could be well treated back in a handicap judged on Grade 1 novice C&D form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 26 | 5 | 5 | 19.2% | |
| Chase | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 20 | 3 | 5 | 15% |
| G | Similar Going | 28 | 5 | 6 | 17.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 22 | 5 | 4 | 22.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| T | A J Honeyball | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% |
Well beaten in Grand Annual Challenge Cup at Cheltenham latest; cheekpieces first time; suited by 2m, acts on soft and good, probably not heavy; has had jumping issues, may need to come down a few more lbs and not quite the force of old.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race and five chases from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 13l behind Martator at 50-1 when eighth of 20 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m (good) last month.
Well beaten in Grand Annual Challenge Cup at Cheltenham latest; cheekpieces first time; suited by 2m, acts on soft and good, probably not heavy; has had jumping issues, may need to come down a few more lbs and not quite the force of old.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 24 | 6 | 3 | 25% | |
| Chase | 19 | 5 | 1 | 26.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 24 | 7 | 3 | 29.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Cheek Pieces | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Bryan Carver | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | H Fry | 25 | 7 | 3 | 28% |
Down the field in Jack Richards Novices' Limited Handicap Chase (Grade 2) at Cheltenham most recent where poorly placed in race dominated from front after series of errors; usually held up; effective 2m, acts with cut; can do better in handicaps once jumping has improved.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 1f on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 15-2 behind Meetmebythesea when 10th of 18 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Jack Richards Novices' Limited Handicap Chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good) last month.
Down the field in Jack Richards Novices' Limited Handicap Chase (Grade 2) at Cheltenham most recent where poorly placed in race dominated from front after series of errors; usually held up; effective 2m, acts with cut; can do better in handicaps once jumping has improved.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N & A Zetterholm | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; comfortably held in Grand Annual Challenge Cup at Cheltenham last time; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; should come on for latest run.
Successful in two chases at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good and yielding ground. Finished 11l behind Martator when fifth of 20 at 33-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m (good) last month.
Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; comfortably held in Grand Annual Challenge Cup at Cheltenham last time; effective 2m, suited by decent ground; should come on for latest run.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 2 | 6 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 2 | 5 | 13.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 16 | 2 | 6 | 12.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 11 | 2 | 4 | 18.2% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 16 | 2 | 6 | 12.5% |
Won this in 2024 and 2025; continued in moderate form when fourth beaten 10l in a handicap chase at Windsor latest; off a short-break; effective 2m on good, bold jumper; likely has spring targets again and back below last winning mark, very interesting with easy lead possible.
Has won four hurdle races and four chases from 1m 7f to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 10l behind Highlands Legacy when fourth of 6 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Windsor over 2m (soft) in January.
Won this in 2024 and 2025; continued in moderate form when fourth beaten 10l in a handicap chase at Windsor latest; off a short-break; effective 2m on good, bold jumper; likely has spring targets again and back below last winning mark, very interesting with easy lead possible.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 34 | 8 | 5 | 23.5% | |
| Chase | 23 | 4 | 4 | 17.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 11 | 2 | 1 | 18.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 23 | 4 | 2 | 17.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 12 | 2 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 14 | 1 | 1 | 7.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 18 | 3 | 2 | 16.7% |
Travelled, improved benefitting from good pace landing a Handicap Chase by a head off a 6lb lower mark at Windsor last time; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on heavy, good; form franked, consistent over fences and hurdles.
He has won a hurdle race and two chases at 2m on ground varying from good to heavy. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 11-8fav at Windsor over 2m (soft) in January, beating Torneo by a head. Has also won at Worcester this season.
Travelled, improved benefitting from good pace landing a Handicap Chase by a head off a 6lb lower mark at Windsor last time; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on heavy, good; form franked, consistent over fences and hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 3 | 6 | 25% | |
| Chase | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 2 | 6 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 3 | 7 | 21.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jonjo O'Neill Jr. | 12 | 3 | 5 | 25% |
| T | Jonjo & A J O'Neill | 14 | 3 | 7 | 21.4% |
Keen and jumped poorly, didn't stay comfortably held in a handicap chase at Kempton last time; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; novice chase form working out well and drop back in trip a big plus, can go well.
Winner of two hurdle races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 11-2 behind Teddy Blue when sixth of 7 on his latest outing in a chase at Kempton over 2m 4f (good) last month.
Keen and jumped poorly, didn't stay comfortably held in a handicap chase at Kempton last time; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; novice chase form working out well and drop back in trip a big plus, can go well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 4 | 1 | 36.4% | |
| Chase | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 4 | 1 | 57.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 4 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 5 | 1 | 35.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% |
| T | F O'Brien | 12 | 4 | 1 | 33.3% |
Outpaced, beaten early, unsuited by soft ground comfortably held in a handicap chase at Chepstow last time; effective 2m on decent ground; Punchestown Listed winner last year, likely has spring targets and could bounce back.
Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Western General when last of 5 on his latest outing in a chase at Chepstow over 2m (soft) in February.
Outpaced, beaten early, unsuited by soft ground comfortably held in a handicap chase at Chepstow last time; effective 2m on decent ground; Punchestown Listed winner last year, likely has spring targets and could bounce back.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 27 | 5 | 3 | 18.5% | |
| Chase | 14 | 2 | 1 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 11 | 2 | 1 | 18.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 24 | 4 | 3 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 9 | 2 | 0 | 22.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 10% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 16 | 1 | 2 | 6.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | K Brogan | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Jonjo & A J O'Neill | 25 | 3 | 3 | 12% |
Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; 4 1/4l third in a handicap chase at Leopardstown most recent run; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts with soft and good; inconsistent, could come on for latest.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m on good and yielding ground. Third of 20 behind Addragoole beaten 4 1/2l at 28-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) in December last year.
Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; 4 1/4l third in a handicap chase at Leopardstown most recent run; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts with soft and good; inconsistent, could come on for latest.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Chase | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Patrick M O'Brien | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
Didn't find much having briefly threatened when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Carlisle last time; effective 2m, just about gets sharp 2 1/2m, acts on good to soft, good; in career best form this term, handicapper may have caught up.
Winner of two hurdle races and four chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 13l behind Hello Judge when sixth of 7 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Carlisle over 2m (good to soft) in February. Has won at Haydock and Kelso this season.
Didn't find much having briefly threatened when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Carlisle last time; effective 2m, just about gets sharp 2 1/2m, acts on good to soft, good; in career best form this term, handicapper may have caught up.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 6 | 3 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 16 | 4 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 5 | 4 | 26.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 10 | 3 | 2 | 30% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Theo Gillard | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| T | D McCain Jnr | 22 | 6 | 4 | 27.3% |
Made too much use of when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Kempton last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; generally consistent, mark probably about right.
He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m to 2m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 19l behind Califet En Vol when fifth of 9 at 3-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Kempton over 2m 4f (good to soft) in February.
Made too much use of when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Kempton last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m, acts on soft, good; generally consistent, mark probably about right.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 3 | 6 | 25% | |
| Chase | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 3 | 6 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C Gethings | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| T | Mrs J Williams | 12 | 3 | 6 | 25% |
Too much to do, unsuited by way race developed when 15l third in a handicap chase at Chepstow most recent run; suited by 2m with cut; handicapper is relenting and hinted at better last time but needs pace collapse.
Winner of two hurdle races and four chases at 2m on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 5 behind Western General beaten 15l at 5-4fav on his latest outing in a chase at Chepstow over 2m (soft) in February. Runs from 1lb out of handicap. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Too much to do, unsuited by way race developed when 15l third in a handicap chase at Chepstow most recent run; suited by 2m with cut; handicapper is relenting and hinted at better last time but needs pace collapse.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 37 | 6 | 8 | 16.2% | |
| Chase | 27 | 4 | 5 | 14.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 30 | 6 | 5 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 39 | 7 | 8 | 18% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 17 | 1 | 4 | 5.9% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Conor Ring | 15 | 1 | 3 | 6.7% |
| T | Mrs C Williams | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Returned to form back on quicker ground landing a handicap by 3 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Bangor-on-Dee last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m7f on soft and good; may have more to offer this yard and remains well treated on Irish form.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when evens fav at Bangor-on-Dee over 2m 4f (good) last month, beating Bleu D'enfer by 3 1/2l. Carries a 4lb penalty today for that success.
Returned to form back on quicker ground landing a handicap by 3 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Bangor-on-Dee last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m7f on soft and good; may have more to offer this yard and remains well treated on Irish form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 2 | 3 | 10.5% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 27 | 3 | 5 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Atkins | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
Having won this contest for the last two years, SANS BRUIT merits the utmost respect. The eight-year-old is 3lb higher than those two victories this time around, but he is 6lb below his last winning mark and it would be no surprise to see him make it a hat-trick. Jasko Des Dames was fifth in the Grand Annual last month and this speed test is likely to play to his strengths. Brookie was second in a Grade 1 at this meeting 12 months ago and should not be underestimated back in handicap company, while Inthepocket and Highlands Legacy are others to consider.
Sans Bruit looks the obvious place to start seeking a hat trick of victories in this race. He has been below par this term but has dropped below his last winning mark as a result and he's been unsuited by a change to waiting tactics. With a lack of early pace in this race it would be no surprise to see him lead all the way once again. However there are a few who look well handicapped and could make serious challenges. Hercule Du Seuil is another who has been unsuited by a change of tactics for his new yard but he looks dangerously well treated on his Irish Graded wins and if resuming positive tactics on favourable drying ground he will be a big player. Ryan's Rocket failed to stay 2 1/2m last time having raced freely but he was well fancied for the Grand Annual over 2m but didn't make the cut. His novice form has worked out extremely well so he is feared back down in distance. Narrow preference is for BROOKIE though who has been brought along this term seemingly with a big handicap in mind. He is potentially thrown in on his C&D Grade 1 form last spring and has been given some considerate rides recently on unfavourble soft ground. His reappearance run suggested he could be competitive off higher marks than this and he will enjoy conditions.
Bit too free on promising bumper debut third beaten 3 1/2l in a Mares bumper at Galway debut; returning from long layoff; effective 2m, acts on good; debut form franked at Listed level, should progress.
Half-sister to Havefunontherun, won over hurdles at 2m. Third of 15 behind Some Pretender beaten 3 1/2l at 9-1 on her racecourse debut at Galway over 2m 1f (good) in August last year.
Bit too free on promising bumper debut third beaten 3 1/2l in a Mares bumper at Galway debut; returning from long layoff; effective 2m, acts on good; debut form franked at Listed level, should progress.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr D O'Connor | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Peter Fahey | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Went clear with ease, very promising debut landing gamble when winning a Mares bumper at Warwick by 19l last time; effective 2m, acts on soft; point winner will get further in time, more to come, worth step up in class.
Successful in a NH flat race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on soft ground. Won on her latest outing in a NH flat race when 7-4fav at Warwick over 2m (soft) in February, beating Sparkling Water by 19l. Has also won at Dromahane this season.
Went clear with ease, very promising debut landing gamble when winning a Mares bumper at Warwick by 19l last time; effective 2m, acts on soft; point winner will get further in time, more to come, worth step up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Broughton | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Max Comley | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Very promising debut in good race third beaten 5l in Mares' NH Flat Race (Listed) at Cheltenham debut; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts on soft; should be winning soon but more needed up in class.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Third of 12 behind Celestial Tune beaten 5l at 11-2 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Cheltenham over 2m (soft) in November last year.
Very promising debut in good race third beaten 5l in Mares' NH Flat Race (Listed) at Cheltenham debut; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts on soft; should be winning soon but more needed up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tristan Durrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Travelled, improved for debut experience in first time tongue tie when winning a maiden bumper at Huntingdon by 15l last time; off a short-break; effective at 2m on soft, good; form of win had knocks but likely more to come.
A winner at 14-1 in a maiden NH flat race at Huntingdon over 2m (soft) on her latest outing in January, beating Affric Kintail by 15l.
Travelled, improved for debut experience in first time tongue tie when winning a maiden bumper at Huntingdon by 15l last time; off a short-break; effective at 2m on soft, good; form of win had knocks but likely more to come.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| NH Flat | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R P McLernon | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N P Mulholland | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Very promising debut splitting pair of previous winners when second beaten 5l in a Mares bumper at Newbury latest; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; debut form strong, point win franked, should be winning a bumper soon and a threat up in class.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Beaten 5l by Princess Day when second of 8 at 5-1 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Newbury over 2m (good to soft) in February.
Very promising debut splitting pair of previous winners when second beaten 5l in a Mares bumper at Newbury latest; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; debut form strong, point win franked, should be winning a bumper soon and a threat up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brendan Powell | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | J Tizzard | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Improved again under positive ride at stiffer track when winning a Mares bumper at Naas by 4l last time; effective at 2m with cut; progressing, remain competitive up in class.
Successful in two NH flat races at 2m on soft - heavy ground. A winner at 9-2 in a NH flat race at Naas over 2m (soft - heavy) on her latest outing last month, beating Poetisa by 4l.
Improved again under positive ride at stiffer track when winning a Mares bumper at Naas by 4l last time; effective at 2m with cut; progressing, remain competitive up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| NH Flat | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr B T Stone | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Conor Houlihan | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Bit free, ran to form proving ability on easier ground when second beaten 1 1/2l in Henrietta Knight Mares' Open NH Flat Race (Listed) at Huntingdon latest; effective 2m, suited by good, acts on soft; progressing, should be winning soon in this sphere but this looks too tough.
A winner of a point-to-point at 2m on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Ti'mamzel when second of 14 at 33-1 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Huntingdon over 2m (soft) in December last year.
Bit free, ran to form proving ability on easier ground when second beaten 1 1/2l in Henrietta Knight Mares' Open NH Flat Race (Listed) at Huntingdon latest; effective 2m, suited by good, acts on soft; progressing, should be winning soon in this sphere but this looks too tough.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Andrews | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| T | T Ellis | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
Ran to form 9l third in Listed Mares' NH Flat Race at Sandown most recent run; effective 2m, acts on yielding and good; progressing for top yard but work to do with re-opposing rival.
Successful in a NH flat race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on yielding - soft ground. Third of 10 behind Ti'mamzel beaten 9l at 8-1 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Sandown over 2m (soft) last month.
Ran to form 9l third in Listed Mares' NH Flat Race at Sandown most recent run; effective 2m, acts on yielding and good; progressing for top yard but work to do with re-opposing rival.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| NH Flat | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Keith Donoghue | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G P Cromwell | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
No obvious excuse down the field in a Mares bumper at Fairyhouse most recent; cheekpieces first time; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts on good; debut form strong but must bounce back and looks vulnerable.
Placed in a NH flat race and a point-to-point from six starts. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Brosna Shine when 14th of 17 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Fairyhouse over 2m (soft) in December last year. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
No obvious excuse down the field in a Mares bumper at Fairyhouse most recent; cheekpieces first time; returning from a break; effective 2m, acts on good; debut form strong but must bounce back and looks vulnerable.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss A B O'Connor | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | A McCann | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Improved for debut experience when winning a Mares bumper at Gowran Park by 5l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on heavy; further improvement likely for new top stable.
A winner at 5-1 in a NH flat race at Gowran Park over 2m 1f (heavy) on her latest outing in February, beating Luciole Des Bordes by 5l. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Conor Houlihan in Ireland.
Improved for debut experience when winning a Mares bumper at Gowran Park by 5l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on heavy; further improvement likely for new top stable.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| NH Flat | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Skelton | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dan Skelton | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Flattened out late, below form on quicker ground when fourth beaten 9l in a maiden bumper at Hereford latest; effective 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; looks vulnerable up in class.
Placed in a NH flat race from three starts. Finished 9l behind Seven Stars when fourth of 14 at 3-1 on her latest outing in a maiden NH flat race at Hereford over 2m (good) last month.
Flattened out late, below form on quicker ground when fourth beaten 9l in a maiden bumper at Hereford latest; effective 2m, acts on soft and good to soft; looks vulnerable up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | David Bass | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Max Comley | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Ran to form under penalty 9 1/4l third in an Amateurs' bumper at Newcastle most recent run; effective 2m, acts on good to soft, good; a step up in trip will bring more improvement in time, plenty to find up in class.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on good ground. Third of 7 behind Lady Walk On Bye beaten 9l at 9-2 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Newcastle over 2m 1f (good to soft) last month.
Ran to form under penalty 9 1/4l third in an Amateurs' bumper at Newcastle most recent run; effective 2m, acts on good to soft, good; a step up in trip will bring more improvement in time, plenty to find up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| NH Flat | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Quinlan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | J Candlish | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Improved for debut experience to defy penalty when winning a Mares bumper at Newbury by 5l last time; effective at 2m on good to soft; looks a good prospect, latest form strong and has a chance in this.
She has won two NH flat races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good to soft ground. A winner at 5-2 in a NH flat race at Newbury over 2m (good to soft) on her latest outing in February, beating Fairy Park by 5l. Has also won at Chepstow this season.
Improved for debut experience to defy penalty when winning a Mares bumper at Newbury by 5l last time; effective at 2m on good to soft; looks a good prospect, latest form strong and has a chance in this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| NH Flat | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Lorcan Williams | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | J Scott | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
Improved on second start after wind op when winning a maiden bumper at Hereford by 3l last time; effective 2m, acts on good to soft and good; form of debut run franked several times by winner, progressive, remain competitive up in class.
Won on her latest outing in a maiden NH flat race when 5-4fav at Hereford over 2m (good) last month, beating Roxy Russet by 3l.
Improved on second start after wind op when winning a maiden bumper at Hereford by 3l last time; effective 2m, acts on good to soft and good; form of debut run franked several times by winner, progressive, remain competitive up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| NH Flat | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Cannon | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A King | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
Went clear easily, improved to defy penalty when winning Listed Mares' NH Flat Race at Sandown by 6 1/2l last time; given fine ride that day; effective 2m, acts on soft; progressive, worth step up in class.
Successful in two NH flat races at 2m on soft ground. A winner at 8-1 in a NH flat race at Sandown over 2m (soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Millstatt Abbey by 7l. Has also won at Huntingdon this season.
Went clear easily, improved to defy penalty when winning Listed Mares' NH Flat Race at Sandown by 6 1/2l last time; given fine ride that day; effective 2m, acts on soft; progressive, worth step up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| NH Flat | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| T | G & J Moore | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
Improved from debut 2l third in Irish EBF Mares I.N.H. Flat Race (Grade 2) at Leopardstown most recent run; that form had knocks; off a short-break; effective at 2m on heavy; useful bumper performer holds a chance if handling the quicker ground.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on soft - heavy ground. Third of 9 behind Moonverrin beaten 1 3/4l at 28-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 NH flat race in the Group 2 Coolmore N.H. Sires Los Angeles Irish EBF Mares I.N.H. Flat Race at Leopardstown over 2m (heavy) in February.
Improved from debut 2l third in Irish EBF Mares I.N.H. Flat Race (Grade 2) at Leopardstown most recent run; that form had knocks; off a short-break; effective at 2m on heavy; useful bumper performer holds a chance if handling the quicker ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| NH Flat | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mark Walsh | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Peter Fahey | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Ran well to a point on debut well beaten in a Mares bumper at Wincanton only start; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; plenty more needed to figure.
Half-sister to My Lady Grey, won three times in chases at 3m 2f and twice over hurdles at 3m 2f. Finished 18l behind Nathannah when sixth of 14 at 80-1 on her racecourse debut at Wincanton over 1m 7f (good to soft) in February.
Ran well to a point on debut well beaten in a Mares bumper at Wincanton only start; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; plenty more needed to figure.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R T Dunne | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K Burke | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Very promising debut defeating more experienced rivals 3l winner in a Mares bumper at Catterick on debut; effective 2m, acts on good; likely more to come and has an interesting jockey booking.
Dam won four times over hurdles at 2m and in NH flat race at 2m. A winner at 16-1 in a NH flat race at Catterick over 2m (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Crystal Connemara by 3l.
Very promising debut defeating more experienced rivals 3l winner in a Mares bumper at Catterick on debut; effective 2m, acts on good; likely more to come and has an interesting jockey booking.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J Candlish | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Very promising debut 2l winner in a Mares bumper at Ascot on debut; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; debut form had plenty of knocks, more needed to follow up.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. A winner at 17-2 in a NH flat race at Ascot over 2m (good to soft) on her latest outing in February, beating One Dimensional by 2l.
Very promising debut 2l winner in a Mares bumper at Ascot on debut; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on good to soft; debut form had plenty of knocks, more needed to follow up.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Thomas Bellamy | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | A King | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Ran to form when second beaten 3l in a maiden bumper at Hereford latest; seems effective at 2m on good to soft; maiden looks out of depth.
Placed in a NH flat race from three starts. Beaten 3l by Seven Stars when second of 14 at 20-1 on her latest outing in a maiden NH flat race at Hereford over 2m (good) last month.
Ran to form when second beaten 3l in a maiden bumper at Hereford latest; seems effective at 2m on good to soft; maiden looks out of depth.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C E Longsdon | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
PRINCESS DAY confirmed the promise that she displayed when making a winning debut under Rules by following up under a penalty at Newbury. The point-to-point winner looks to have a very bright future and Jeremy Scott's mare sets a decent standard. Martini Majesty also showed plenty of ability when beginning her career with an Ascot triumph and she should not be discounted, while Nan's Choice edges out Burds Of A Feather and Ti'mamzel to be best of the rest.
Ti'mamzel sets the standard on ratings following her emphatic Listed win last time. However she was given a fine ride that day racing on the best part of the track and she does have a quicker surface to deal with here. Instead it could be worth taking a chance with BURDS OF A FEATHER who landed a gamble in impressive fashion on her debut. The point winner looks a stayer in the making but with little other competition for the lead here she could be tough to peg back. Princess Day heads the betting and arrives with an unbeaten record. The form of her point win has been franked under rules and her bumper victories have come in much stronger races than most of these opponents. She will be a big player on favourable drying ground which may not be ideal for another leading challenger Tiktok Casey. The Irish raider was a debut winner and has proven herself up to this level but both of her rules runs have come on testing surfaces.
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