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Below best but likely needed run when fourth beaten 3 1/4l in Amethyst Stakes (Listed) at Leopardstown latest; effective 1m, much better with give; consistent dual Group winner in France, should come on for stable debut and drop in trip an interesting move.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 3 1/2l behind Catalina Delcarpio when fourth of 8 at 10-3 on his latest outing at Leopardstown over 1m (good) last month.
Below best but likely needed run when fourth beaten 3 1/4l in Amethyst Stakes (Listed) at Leopardstown latest; effective 1m, much better with give; consistent dual Group winner in France, should come on for stable debut and drop in trip an interesting move.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 16 | 5 | 3 | 31.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 16 | 5 | 3 | 31.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 3 | 1 | 27.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 5 | 3 | 31.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Dylan Browne McMonagle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Ran to form when 6 1/4l third in Spring Trophy Stakes (Listed) at Haydock most recent run; effective 7-10f, acts on soft and good to firm; needs more at this level.
Successful twice at 7f on soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 11 behind Lake Forest beaten 6l at 50-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (good) last month.
Ran to form when 6 1/4l third in Spring Trophy Stakes (Listed) at Haydock most recent run; effective 7-10f, acts on soft and good to firm; needs more at this level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 14 | 2 | 5 | 14.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 13 | 2 | 5 | 15.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 4 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 2 | 3 | 22.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charles Bishop | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
| T | Eve Johnson Houghton | 14 | 2 | 5 | 14.3% |
Blinkers tried, probably needed further than 6f when beaten 6 1/2l in Greenlands Stakes (Group 2) at the Curragh last time; effective 7/8f, acts on any; needs a return to 2025 best.
He has won three times at 1m on good and soft - heavy ground. Beaten 7l behind Comanche Brave at 14-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Weatherbys Ireland Greenlands Stakes at Curragh over 6f (good) last month.
Blinkers tried, probably needed further than 6f when beaten 6 1/2l in Greenlands Stakes (Group 2) at the Curragh last time; effective 7/8f, acts on any; needs a return to 2025 best.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 19 | 3 | 3 | 15.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 19 | 3 | 3 | 15.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 3 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 9.1% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Coen | 16 | 3 | 3 | 18.8% |
| T | J P Murtagh | 19 | 3 | 3 | 15.8% |
Ran to form when fourth beaten 2l in a handicap at Ascot latest; effective 6/7f on heavy, good and AW; plenty to find at this level.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and heavy ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2l behind The Wizard Of Eye when fourth of 28 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good) last month.
Ran to form when fourth beaten 2l in a handicap at Ascot latest; effective 6/7f on heavy, good and AW; plenty to find at this level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 25 | 4 | 6 | 16% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 16 | 2 | 6 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 14 | 1 | 6 | 7.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 15 | 3 | 4 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Billy Garritty | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | R A Fahey | 25 | 4 | 6 | 16% |
Didn't settle when beaten 8 1/2l in bet365 Mile (Group 2) at Sandown last time; top course jockey/trainer combination; wide draw; suited by 7f/1m, acts on soft, but likes fast; should come on from reappearance but needs to settle.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 9l behind Opera Ballo when fifth of 6 at 9-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 bet365 Mile at Sandown over 1m (good) in April.
Didn't settle when beaten 8 1/2l in bet365 Mile (Group 2) at Sandown last time; top course jockey/trainer combination; wide draw; suited by 7f/1m, acts on soft, but likes fast; should come on from reappearance but needs to settle.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 14 | 5 | 4 | 35.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 13 | 5 | 3 | 38.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 3 | 3 | 37.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 2 | 3 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 5 | 4 | 35.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Oisin Murphy | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| T | A M Balding | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
Below form beaten 8 1/4l in Spring Trophy Stakes (Listed) at Haydock last time; best at 7f, acts on most ground; bounce back needed but he's a player on best form.
Winner of five races at 7f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 8l behind Lake Forest when fifth of 11 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (good) last month.
Below form beaten 8 1/4l in Spring Trophy Stakes (Listed) at Haydock last time; best at 7f, acts on most ground; bounce back needed but he's a player on best form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 14 | 5 | 3 | 35.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 14 | 5 | 3 | 35.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 13 | 5 | 3 | 38.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 5 | 3 | 38.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 5 | 3 | 35.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S H James | 11 | 5 | 1 | 45.5% |
| T | K R Burke | 14 | 5 | 3 | 35.7% |
Won this last year; below form well beaten in Spring Trophy Stakes (Listed) at Haydock latest; suited by 7f, acts on most ground, likes cut; bounce back needed but course experience a big plus.
He has won three times at 7f on good and soft ground. Beaten 17l behind Lake Forest at 3-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (good) last month.
Won this last year; below form well beaten in Spring Trophy Stakes (Listed) at Haydock latest; suited by 7f, acts on most ground, likes cut; bounce back needed but course experience a big plus.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 16 | 3 | 2 | 18.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 16 | 3 | 2 | 18.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 3 | 1 | 23.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 3 | 2 | 18.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 11.1% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | K Shoemark | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | E Walker | 16 | 3 | 2 | 18.8% |
Again below form beaten 5l in Ras Al Khor (Group 3) at Meydan last time; since undergone a wind op and now tongue-tie first time; off a short-break; suited by 7f, acts on any (enjoys soft); could have a say.
He has won four times at 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 5l behind Elnajmm when eighth of 13 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Race 6 - Ras Al Khor Sponsored By Emaar - Turf at Meydan over 7f (good) in March.
Again below form beaten 5l in Ras Al Khor (Group 3) at Meydan last time; since undergone a wind op and now tongue-tie first time; off a short-break; suited by 7f, acts on any (enjoys soft); could have a say.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 21 | 4 | 7 | 19.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 19 | 4 | 7 | 21.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 15 | 4 | 5 | 26.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 3 | 5 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Billy Loughnane | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Dr R Newland & J Insole | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
NEVER SO BRAVE ought to take a bit of beating on the class drop. Progressive last year and winner of the Group 1 City Of York Stakes in August, Andrew Balding's charge was deemed good enough for the QEII at Ascot and then shaped as though he was in need of the run in the Bet365 Mile on his Sandown return. Rated 116, he should be winning a race like this. Ten Bob Tony won this contest when run at Haydock in 2025 and would make some each-way appeal if bouncing back from his latest effort at the same venue, but the main danger is Joseph O'Brien's French recruit Alcantor.
It would be no surprise were Ten Bob Tony to return to form and follow up last year's success in the race, but it was run at Haydock 12 months ago when still called the John Of Gaunt Stakes, and he's up against a couple of classy performers in the shape of ALCANTOR and Never So Brave. The selection was a three-time Group 3 winner for Andre Fabre and also has placed form at the top level to his name. He shaped as though in need of his stable debut at Leopardstown and should strip fitter now while a forward ride on this drop to 7f around a course that often benefits positive tactics could pay off. Never So Brave was too keen on his return at Sandown over 1m and the winner of last year's Group 1 City Of York Stakes is in here with no penalty and back over a more suitable trip. He's very much the danger.
Ran to form back up to 10f when fourth beaten 2l in Huxley Stakes (Group 2) at Chester latest; effective 8-10f, acts on good but give really suits; third 12 months ago, could do with plenty of rain.
Has won 12 races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy. Finished 2l behind Lambourn when fourth of 9 at 28-1 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Deepbridge Huxley Stakes at Chester over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Ran to form back up to 10f when fourth beaten 2l in Huxley Stakes (Group 2) at Chester latest; effective 8-10f, acts on good but give really suits; third 12 months ago, could do with plenty of rain.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 27 | 12 | 2 | 44.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 22 | 12 | 1 | 54.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 7 | 1 | 43.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 27 | 12 | 2 | 44.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Laura Pearson | 15 | 6 | 1 | 40% |
| T | D Loughnane | 27 | 12 | 2 | 44.4% |
Ran to form, best work late when fourth beaten 2 1/2l in Conqueror Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Goodwood latest; usually held up; suited by 1m and a sound surface (likes it fast); strong pace helps, likely to be closing late.
She has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 1/2l behind Blue Bolt when fourth of 6 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good) last month.
Ran to form, best work late when fourth beaten 2 1/2l in Conqueror Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Goodwood latest; usually held up; suited by 1m and a sound surface (likes it fast); strong pace helps, likely to be closing late.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 23 | 4 | 5 | 17.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 20 | 2 | 5 | 10% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 2 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 23 | 4 | 5 | 17.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J P Spencer | 9 | 1 | 1 | 11.1% |
| T | C Johnston | 23 | 4 | 5 | 17.4% |
Again below 2025 best beaten 4 1/2l in Conqueror Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Goodwood last time; suited by 1m, acts on any; inconsistent and bit to find here.
Successful twice at 5f on good ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 4 1/2l behind Blue Bolt when fifth of 6 at 25-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good) last month.
Again below 2025 best beaten 4 1/2l in Conqueror Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Goodwood last time; suited by 1m, acts on any; inconsistent and bit to find here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 16 | 2 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 15 | 2 | 4 | 13.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 3 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 2 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charles Bishop | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Eve Johnson Houghton | 16 | 2 | 4 | 12.5% |
Ran to best when fourth beaten 2l in Prix Esoterique (Listed) at Longchamp latest; top course jockey; effective 7f/1m on very soft and good to firm; could have a say.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to soft ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind Anakova when fourth of 10 at 15-2 on her latest outing at ParisLongchamp over 1m (heavy) last month.
Ran to best when fourth beaten 2l in Prix Esoterique (Listed) at Longchamp latest; top course jockey; effective 7f/1m on very soft and good to firm; could have a say.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Oisin Murphy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M Baratti | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
Ran to form up to 10f when fourth beaten 3l in Nottinghamshire Oaks (Listed) at Nottingham latest; effective 7-10f, acts on heavy and good; drop in trip a plus.
Successful at 7f and 1m on soft and heavy ground. Finished 3l behind See The Fire when fourth of 6 at 8-1 on her latest outing at Nottingham over 1m 2f (good) in April.
Ran to form up to 10f when fourth beaten 3l in Nottinghamshire Oaks (Listed) at Nottingham latest; effective 7-10f, acts on heavy and good; drop in trip a plus.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Billy Loughnane | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K A Ryan | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
All out but game and improved on reappearance when winning Snowdrop Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Kempton by 1 1/2l last time; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 8/9f, acts on good to soft and AW; likeable and may yet improve further.
She has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 11-2 at Kempton over 1m on her latest outing in March, beating Never Let Go by 1 1/2l.
All out but game and improved on reappearance when winning Snowdrop Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Kempton by 1 1/2l last time; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 8/9f, acts on good to soft and AW; likeable and may yet improve further.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Daniel Muscutt | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% |
| T | J R Fanshawe | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% |
Below form, probably wanting more give when beaten 4l in Lanwades Stud Stakes (Group 2) at the Curragh last time; suited by 7f/1m, acts on good but ideally wants plenty of give; bounce back needed.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 4l behind City Of Memphis at 33-1 when 11th of 12 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Lanwades Stud Stakes at Curragh over 1m (good) last month.
Below form, probably wanting more give when beaten 4l in Lanwades Stud Stakes (Group 2) at the Curragh last time; suited by 7f/1m, acts on good but ideally wants plenty of give; bounce back needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 19 | 2 | 7 | 10.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 19 | 2 | 7 | 10.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 2 | 6 | 11.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 15 | 1 | 6 | 6.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Dylan Browne McMonagle | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 18 | 2 | 6 | 11.1% |
Just about to form on return 2 1/4l third in Conqueror Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Goodwood most recent run; effective 7/8f, acts on any; demoted from first place in last year's French 1,000 Guineas, leading claims if getting back near that level.
A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Third of 6 behind Blue Bolt beaten 2 1/4l at 9-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good) last month.
Just about to form on return 2 1/4l third in Conqueror Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at Goodwood most recent run; effective 7/8f, acts on any; demoted from first place in last year's French 1,000 Guineas, leading claims if getting back near that level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | K Shoemark | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| T | C Fellowes | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% |
Fair effort off a break beaten 5l in Michael Seely Memorial Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at York last time; top course trainer; effective at 1m, acts on good to soft, firm and AW; can go well here as a 3yo in receipt of plenty of weight.
A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Lilt when fifth of 7 at 3-1fav on her latest outing at York over 1m (good) last month.
Fair effort off a break beaten 5l in Michael Seely Memorial Fillies' Stakes (Listed) at York last time; top course trainer; effective at 1m, acts on good to soft, firm and AW; can go well here as a 3yo in receipt of plenty of weight.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Colin Keane | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | A M Balding | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
First past the post before being controversially demoted to second in last year's French 1,000 Guineas, Shes Perfect boasts every chance on that form but needs to improve on her returning Goodwood third. Pacific Mission makes some appeal as the sole three-year-old in the race, but it could be worth chancing SPARKS FLY. It won't be easy conceding weight all round here but she's rated 110 and performed admirably against the boys at Chester last time when finishing two lengths behind last year's Derby hero Lambourn.
This looks open. Sparks Fly was third 12 months ago and she could again go well if getting rain, while Arisaig has definite claims and is expected to be closing late. This could be the day SHES PERFECT gains an overdue first Group success. Demoted from first place in last season's French 1,000 Guineas, she needed her return run at Goodwood and this often front-runner looks the ideal type for this race. The 3yo Pacific Mission, expected to come on for her reappearance and in receipt of plenty of weight, and the progressive Pina Sonata are others to take seriously.
Ran to form when second beaten 2l in Tattersalls Gold Cup (Group 1) at the Curragh latest; top course jockey; effective 10-12f, relishes plenty of cut but acts on good; rain would be a big plus but suspect he'll find at least one too strong.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 2l by Almaqam when second of 7 at 15-2 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Tattersalls Gold Cup at Curragh over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Ran to form when second beaten 2l in Tattersalls Gold Cup (Group 1) at the Curragh latest; top course jockey; effective 10-12f, relishes plenty of cut but acts on good; rain would be a big plus but suspect he'll find at least one too strong.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 11 | 3 | 6 | 27.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 10 | 2 | 6 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 6 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 3 | 6 | 27.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Oisin Murphy | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| T | George Scott | 11 | 3 | 6 | 27.3% |
Top-class performer; converted a straightforward opening when winning Dubai Sheema Classic (Group 1) at Meydan by 3/4l last time; off a short-break; equally effective 10-12f, acts on soft but relishes a sound surface; best middle-distance horse of 2025 but was beaten in this last year on ground softer than ideal.
Has won nine races from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. A winner in the Group 1 Race 8 - Longines Dubai Sheema Classic - Turf at Meydan over 1m 4f (good) in March, beating West Wind Blows by 3/4l.
Top-class performer; converted a straightforward opening when winning Dubai Sheema Classic (Group 1) at Meydan by 3/4l last time; off a short-break; equally effective 10-12f, acts on soft but relishes a sound surface; best middle-distance horse of 2025 but was beaten in this last year on ground softer than ideal.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 15 | 9 | 6 | 60% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 14 | 8 | 6 | 57.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 5 | 2 | 71.4% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 7 | 4 | 63.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 9 | 6 | 60% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 57.1% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | M Barzalona | 8 | 5 | 3 | 62.5% |
| T | F Graffard | 13 | 8 | 5 | 61.5% |
Travelled, not clearest run but scored a tad cosily when winning Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise Stakes (Group 3) (aka John Porter) at Newbury by 1/2l last time; stays 12f, acts on soft and good; more to come but it is needed against this level of opposition.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 4-1 in the Group 3 Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise Stakes at Newbury over 1m 4f (good) on his latest outing in April, beating Al Aasy by 1/2l.
Travelled, not clearest run but scored a tad cosily when winning Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise Stakes (Group 3) (aka John Porter) at Newbury by 1/2l last time; stays 12f, acts on soft and good; more to come but it is needed against this level of opposition.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 7 | 5 | 2 | 71.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 7 | 5 | 2 | 71.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 5 | 1 | 83.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 5 | 2 | 71.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C Lee | 5 | 5 | 0 | 100% |
| T | K R Burke | 7 | 5 | 2 | 71.4% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Went quick in front but saw it out and probably ran to form allowing for break when 5 1/4l third in Ormonde Stakes (Group 3) at Chester most recent run; effective 12-20f, acts on any; likely in here to ensure a good test for his two superior stablemate's.
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Third of 7 behind Jan Brueghel beaten 5l at 9-2 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Ladbrokes Ormonde Stakes at Chester over 1m 5f (good) last month.
Went quick in front but saw it out and probably ran to form allowing for break when 5 1/4l third in Ormonde Stakes (Group 3) at Chester most recent run; effective 12-20f, acts on any; likely in here to ensure a good test for his two superior stablemate's.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 14 | 4 | 6 | 28.6% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 14 | 4 | 6 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 4 | 6 | 30.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 2 | 5 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ronan Whelan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A P O'Brien | 14 | 4 | 6 | 28.6% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
St Leger winner who also won this last year; quickened off a good pace and ran to balance of form off a break when winning Ormonde Stakes (Group 3) at Chester by 2 1/2l last time; effective 12-14f, acts on good to soft and good to firm; outlasted Calandagan on slow ground here 12 months ago and similar scenario could play out here.
Winner of six races from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding - soft. Won on his latest outing when 4-7fav in the Group 3 Ladbrokes Ormonde Stakes at Chester over 1m 5f (good) last month, beating Mount Atlas by 2 1/2l.
St Leger winner who also won this last year; quickened off a good pace and ran to balance of form off a break when winning Ormonde Stakes (Group 3) at Chester by 2 1/2l last time; effective 12-14f, acts on good to soft and good to firm; outlasted Calandagan on slow ground here 12 months ago and similar scenario could play out here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 6 | 1 | 75% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 6 | 1 | 75% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 5 | 1 | 71.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 6 | 1 | 85.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 71.4% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R L Moore | 7 | 5 | 1 | 71.4% |
| T | A P O'Brien | 8 | 6 | 1 | 75% |
Won the Derby on this day 12 months ago; cheekpieces on and ran lazily but got job done down in trip when winning Huxley Stakes (Group 2) at Chester by a neck last time; suited by good test at 12f, effective at 10f, acts on heavy and good; should run a big race but Ryan Moore prefers Jan Brueghel.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 4f on good and heavy ground. Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav in the Group 2 Deepbridge Huxley Stakes at Chester over 1m 2f (good) last month, beating Bay City Roller by a neck.
Won the Derby on this day 12 months ago; cheekpieces on and ran lazily but got job done down in trip when winning Huxley Stakes (Group 2) at Chester by a neck last time; suited by good test at 12f, effective at 10f, acts on heavy and good; should run a big race but Ryan Moore prefers Jan Brueghel.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 10 | 6 | 1 | 60% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 10 | 6 | 1 | 60% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 6 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Wayne Lordan | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | A P O'Brien | 10 | 6 | 1 | 60% |
This is a fascinating renewal and the rematch is on between last year's first and second JAN BRUEGHEL and Calandagan. It was the last time Calandagan tasted defeat as he's been on a remarkable winning streak which has included top races such as the King George, Champion Stakes and Japan Cup. Also a winner on his seasonal return in the Dubai Sheema Classic, the French raider is expected to go well here again but may just come up short if Ryan Moore can give Jan Brueghel another inspired ride like 12 months ago. He looked to be on good terms with himself on his Chester return and, with three runners in the race, Ballydoyle could dominate this tactically, just like they did in the Prix du Jockey Club last weekend. Last year's Derby winner Lambourn also made a pleasing return at Chester in the Huxley Stakes and isn't out of this.
What a race. 12 months ago JAN BRUEGHEL outlasted Calandagan, who was ridden out of his ground and had his finishing kick blunted by easy ground, and it could be a carbon copy this time around with this likely to be a searching test at the distance courtesy of top-class pacemaker Illinois, runner-up in last year's Ascot Gold Cup, and Lambourn, last year's Derby hero who will likely be helping to push the pace. This should all play to the strengths of Jan Brueghel, who is a former St Leger winner and still progressing by the evidence of his Chester return in the Ormonde. Calandagan isn't opposed lightly and he'd have been the selection on good or good to firm ground, but any further rain will make life more complicated and likely blunt his finishing kick.
Below form beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark at Windsor last time; enjoys making it; drawn on wing of large field; suited by 5f, acts on any; has placed efforts in this race to his name, can go well off a reduced mark.
Has won eight races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Redorange when sixth of 9 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Windsor over 5f (good) last month.
Below form beaten 4l off a 2lb higher mark at Windsor last time; enjoys making it; drawn on wing of large field; suited by 5f, acts on any; has placed efforts in this race to his name, can go well off a reduced mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 42 | 8 | 7 | 19.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 31 | 6 | 6 | 19.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 36 | 8 | 5 | 22.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 24 | 4 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (V only) | 21 | 6 | 1 | 28.6% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J Mitchell | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | R M H Cowell | 21 | 3 | 4 | 14.3% |
Below form beaten 10l in a handicap at Bahrain last time; returning from a break; effective 5/6f, acts on any; mark remains high enough.
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Beaten 9l behind Dan Tucker at 16-1 when 17th of 18 on his latest outing at Bahrain over 5f (good) in February.
Below form beaten 10l in a handicap at Bahrain last time; returning from a break; effective 5/6f, acts on any; mark remains high enough.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 47 | 9 | 10 | 19.2% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 44 | 9 | 9 | 20.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 20 | 6 | 4 | 30% |
| G | Similar Going | 30 | 4 | 7 | 13.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 27 | 5 | 7 | 18.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mikey Sheehy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A Keatley | 47 | 9 | 10 | 19.2% |
Travelled, improved landing a Sprint Handicap by 2 1/4l off a 9lb lower mark at Goodwood last time; suited by 5f on good to soft or quicker; new mark asks more but looks progressive.
He has won four times at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 10-3fav at Goodwood over 5f (good) last month, beating King Of Light by 2 1/4l.
Travelled, improved landing a Sprint Handicap by 2 1/4l off a 9lb lower mark at Goodwood last time; suited by 5f on good to soft or quicker; new mark asks more but looks progressive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 16 | 4 | 5 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 15 | 4 | 5 | 26.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 16 | 4 | 5 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 3 | 5 | 27.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Edward Greatrex | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | R M H Cowell | 16 | 4 | 5 | 25% |
Below form beaten 6l in a handicap at Newbury last time; in good form prior; off a short-break; effective 5/6f, acts on any; bounce back needed but drop in trip a plus.
She has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from firm to heavy. Beaten 6l behind Mirabeau at 11-2 when 9th of 16 on her latest outing at Newbury over 6f (good) in April.
Below form beaten 6l in a handicap at Newbury last time; in good form prior; off a short-break; effective 5/6f, acts on any; bounce back needed but drop in trip a plus.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 15 | 5 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 14 | 5 | 3 | 35.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 5 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | William Carson | 10 | 5 | 2 | 50% |
| T | A W Carroll | 11 | 5 | 3 | 45.5% |
Travelled, maybe just needed run beaten a head off a 8lb lower mark at Navan last time; enjoys making it; suited by 5f and a sound surface; speed to burn and considered here.
She has won four times at 5f on the all-weather. Beaten a head by Howd'yadoit when second of 10 at 8-1 on her latest outing at Navan over 5f (yielding) last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Daniel James Murphy in Ireland.
Travelled, maybe just needed run beaten a head off a 8lb lower mark at Navan last time; enjoys making it; suited by 5f and a sound surface; speed to burn and considered here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 11 | 4 | 2 | 36.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Billy Loughnane | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | D J Murphy | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Below form on return beaten 9l in a handicap at York last time; in good form prior; usually held up; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface, may handle soft; bounce back needed.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind Jakajaro at 40-1 when 16th of 21 on her latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month.
Below form on return beaten 9l in a handicap at York last time; in good form prior; usually held up; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface, may handle soft; bounce back needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 15 | 3 | 4 | 20% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 14 | 2 | 4 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 3 | 4 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Warren Fentiman | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| T | R A Fahey | 15 | 3 | 4 | 20% |
Ran to best on return beaten a neck off a 3lb lower mark at Yarmouth last time; trainer in form; effective 5-7f, acts on sound surface and AW; progressive, bit to come still.
She has won three times at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten a neck by Naana's Sparkle when second of 7 at 10-11fav on her latest outing at Yarmouth over 5f (good to soft) last month.
Ran to best on return beaten a neck off a 3lb lower mark at Yarmouth last time; trainer in form; effective 5-7f, acts on sound surface and AW; progressive, bit to come still.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 10 | 3 | 6 | 30% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 3 | 5 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 3 | 2 | 60% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 3 | 6 | 30% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Marquand | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| T | W J Haggas | 10 | 3 | 6 | 30% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ran to form beaten 2 1/4l off this mark at Goodwood last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good, likes give but not fast ground; can go well again.
He has won three times at 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 2 1/4l by Lexington Blitz when second of 11 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good) last month.
Ran to form beaten 2 1/4l off this mark at Goodwood last time; effective 5/6f, acts on good, likes give but not fast ground; can go well again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 18 | 3 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 18 | 3 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 3 | 4 | 23.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Marco Ghiani | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | S C Williams | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
Below form beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap at Windsor last time; effective 5f on sound surface; bounce back needed.
He has won four times at 5f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 6l behind Redorange at 50-1 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Windsor over 5f (good) last month.
Below form beaten 6 1/4l in a handicap at Windsor last time; effective 5f on sound surface; bounce back needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 19 | 4 | 2 | 21.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 18 | 4 | 2 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 15 | 4 | 1 | 26.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 3 | 1 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (B only) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | K Shoemark | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | A Watson | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Bit below form when seventh beaten 3l off 91 last time, 2lb lower here; drawn on wing of large field; suited by 5f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; remains 3lb above last win mark.
Winner of five races at 5f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3l behind Partisan Hero at 28-1 when seventh of 16 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month.
Bit below form when seventh beaten 3l off 91 last time, 2lb lower here; drawn on wing of large field; suited by 5f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; remains 3lb above last win mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 24 | 5 | 6 | 20.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 24 | 5 | 6 | 20.8% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 15 | 3 | 3 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jason Hart | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | D O'Meara | 24 | 5 | 6 | 20.8% |
Never in it after a slow start beaten 7l in a handicap at Goodwood last time; in good form prior; drawn on wing of large field; effective 5/6f, acts on good to firm and AW; bounce back needed.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Seven Questions at 33-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good) last month.
Never in it after a slow start beaten 7l in a handicap at Goodwood last time; in good form prior; drawn on wing of large field; effective 5/6f, acts on good to firm and AW; bounce back needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 24 | 5 | 5 | 20.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 11 | 1 | 1 | 9.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 20 | 4 | 4 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Rob Hornby | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% |
| T | M Murphy | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
Ran to form beaten 4l off this mark at York last time; suited by 5f, acts on any; former course winner, can go well.
Has won 11 races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4l behind Jakajaro at 28-1 when seventh of 21 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month.
Ran to form beaten 4l off this mark at York last time; suited by 5f, acts on any; former course winner, can go well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 51 | 11 | 16 | 21.6% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 36 | 7 | 14 | 19.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 13 | 3 | 2 | 23.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 22 | 7 | 6 | 31.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 51 | 11 | 16 | 21.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 10% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 11 | 1 | 1 | 9.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Nicholls | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Mrs R Carr | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% |
Improved for drop to 5f landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Chepstow last time; effective 5/6f, acts on soft, good and AW; chance if building on latest.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 3-1 at Chepstow over 5f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating El Bufalo by 1/2l.
Improved for drop to 5f landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 4lb lower mark at Chepstow last time; effective 5/6f, acts on soft, good and AW; chance if building on latest.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 26 | 3 | 6 | 11.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 19 | 2 | 5 | 10.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 10 | 2 | 2 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 2 | 3 | 13.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C Lee | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | A W Carroll | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% |
Ran to form off new mark fifth beaten 3 1/2l off 86 last time, same mark here; effective 5/6f, suited by cut, acts on AW; all speed and is well drawn potentially.
He has won three times at 5f on good to soft and soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Jakajaro when fifth of 21 at 12-1 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month. Has won at Pontefract and Chelmsford City this season.
Ran to form off new mark fifth beaten 3 1/2l off 86 last time, same mark here; effective 5/6f, suited by cut, acts on AW; all speed and is well drawn potentially.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Davies | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | M Appleby | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
Ran to form beaten a head off a 1lb lower mark at Goodwood last time; effective at 5/6f, relishes cut but acts on good; inconsistent but capable.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on soft ground. Beaten a head by Seven Questions when second of 10 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good) last month.
Ran to form beaten a head off a 1lb lower mark at Goodwood last time; effective at 5/6f, relishes cut but acts on good; inconsistent but capable.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 21 | 3 | 7 | 14.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 19 | 3 | 7 | 15.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 2 | 5 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 21 | 3 | 7 | 14.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D Egan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Ian Williams | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
Ran to form down in trip beaten 1 1/4l off a 1lb lower mark at Ascot last time; enjoys making it; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface; capable off this mark.
He has won four times from 5f to 1m 1f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/4l by Far Above The Law when second of 17 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) last month.
Ran to form down in trip beaten 1 1/4l off a 1lb lower mark at Ascot last time; enjoys making it; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface; capable off this mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 40 | 4 | 15 | 10% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 20 | 1 | 8 | 5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 19 | 2 | 6 | 10.5% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 25 | 2 | 8 | 8% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 19 | 1 | 7 | 5.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ray Dawson | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Michael Keady | 10 | 1 | 3 | 10% |
Ran to form when fourth beaten 1/2l off 83 last time, 1lb higher here; suited by 5f, acts on any; 2024 winner and is 5lb lower now.
Has won 11 races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 1/2l behind Seven Questions when fourth of 10 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good) last month.
Ran to form when fourth beaten 1/2l off 83 last time, 1lb higher here; suited by 5f, acts on any; 2024 winner and is 5lb lower now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 65 | 11 | 14 | 16.9% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 57 | 10 | 13 | 17.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 37 | 9 | 10 | 24.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 43 | 8 | 10 | 18.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 22 | 2 | 6 | 9.1% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 33 | 6 | 6 | 18.2% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 43 | 7 | 9 | 16.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D C Costello | 24 | 5 | 3 | 20.8% |
| T | A W Carroll | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Ran to form beaten 3 1/4l off a 2lb higher mark at Windsor last time; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface; generally consistent.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 9 behind Redorange beaten 3 1/2l at 11-2 on his latest outing at Windsor over 5f (good) last month.
Ran to form beaten 3 1/4l off a 2lb higher mark at Windsor last time; effective 5/6f, acts on sound surface; generally consistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 47 | 7 | 11 | 14.9% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 26 | 3 | 6 | 11.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 33 | 6 | 8 | 18.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 1 | 4 | 6.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 27 | 3 | 7 | 11.1% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 21 | 1 | 4 | 4.8% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 26 | 3 | 6 | 11.5% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S De Sousa | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | R M H Cowell | 27 | 3 | 7 | 11.1% |
Again below form beaten 7l in a handicap at York last time; suited by 5f, acts on any; is now 11lb lower than when fifth in this 12 months ago.
Has won ten races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Partisan Hero at 22-1 when 11th of 16 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month.
Again below form beaten 7l in a handicap at York last time; suited by 5f, acts on any; is now 11lb lower than when fifth in this 12 months ago.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 61 | 10 | 10 | 16.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 55 | 9 | 8 | 16.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 50 | 10 | 9 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 37 | 5 | 6 | 13.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 61 | 10 | 10 | 16.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 49 | 5 | 8 | 10.2% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 47 | 7 | 7 | 14.9% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ethan Tindall | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | R A Fahey | 61 | 10 | 10 | 16.4% |
Went fast and kept going best landing a handicap by 2 1/2l off a 8lb lower mark at Yarmouth last time; enjoys making it; off a short-break; suited by 5f, acts on a sound surface; much better of late and can go well again despite new higher mark.
Winner of five races at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 8-1 at Yarmouth over 5f (good) on his latest outing in April, beating Pixie Diva by 2 1/2l.
Went fast and kept going best landing a handicap by 2 1/2l off a 8lb lower mark at Yarmouth last time; enjoys making it; off a short-break; suited by 5f, acts on a sound surface; much better of late and can go well again despite new higher mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 39 | 5 | 13 | 12.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 18 | 2 | 1 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 31 | 5 | 10 | 16.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 2 | 1 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (V only) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charles Bishop | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R M H Cowell | 31 | 4 | 10 | 12.9% |
Trainer Robert Cowell is renowned for his prowess with sprinters and although he has four entered here, Silvestre De Sousa has been booked to ride Rhythm N Hooves, who looks the most interesting. Vintage Clarets was fifth here last year beaten just three lengths at the line and needs to be taken seriously off an 11lb lower mark. KINSWOMAN was beaten a neck when second at Yarmouth on her return as a four-year-old, despite being carried left by the winner. Upped 3lb for that she could go on from there after her first start since last October.
This will be fast and furious and it's a race Democracy Dilemma has a good record in albeit he's yet to win it. Fifth in 2023, runner-up in 2024 and seventh last year, he's 5lb lower this time around and should again go well despite top weight. Last year's 3yo Dash runner-up Lexington Blitz scored in good style at Goodwood last time but in doing so might have blown his mark for this as he's gone up 10lb. Still, he should put in a big effort, as should consistent and progressive filly Kinswoman, Arklow Lad, fifth behind a smart winner at York last time, and last year's fifth Vintage Clarets, who is some 11lb lower this time around. The selection, though, is Tony Carroll's BETSEN, who proved well suited by the drop to 5f for the first time since September when scoring at Chepstow last time. He's a keen sort who should prove really well suited to this speed burn up and, although Chepstow was only a Class 4, he did win at this level on the AW back in November.
Raced more generously than on reappearance, making a lot of the running when finishing second beaten 3l in Dante Stakes (Group 2) at York latest; effective 8-10f, acts on heavy and good to firm; carries head a touch high but is closely related to last year's hero Lambourn and new cheekpieces could be a big help.
A winner at 1m on good - yielding ground. Beaten 2 3/4l by Item when second of 8 at 4-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante Stakes at York over 1m 2f (good) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Raced more generously than on reappearance, making a lot of the running when finishing second beaten 3l in Dante Stakes (Group 2) at York latest; effective 8-10f, acts on heavy and good to firm; carries head a touch high but is closely related to last year's hero Lambourn and new cheekpieces could be a big help.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Wayne Lordan | 5 | 1 | 4 | 20% |
| T | A P O'Brien | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16.7% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Touch green under pressure but improved on 3yo debut when second beaten 4 1/4l in a maiden at Newbury latest; effective 8-11f on a sound surface; up against it outside of maiden company for the first time.
Placed twice in three starts. Beaten 4 1/2l by Water To Wine when second of 8 at 17-2 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m 3f (good) in April.
Touch green under pressure but improved on 3yo debut when second beaten 4 1/4l in a maiden at Newbury latest; effective 8-11f on a sound surface; up against it outside of maiden company for the first time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P J Dobbs | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R Hannon | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Game and improved up in trip when winning Newmarket Stakes (Listed) at Newmarket by 2l last time; effective 10f, all races on fast ground; promises to suit 12f and could go well.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm ground. A winner at 16-1 at Newmarket over 1m 2f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating My Love Is King by 2l.
Game and improved up in trip when winning Newmarket Stakes (Listed) at Newmarket by 2l last time; effective 10f, all races on fast ground; promises to suit 12f and could go well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% | |
| 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 | 3 | 0 | 75% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D Egan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | C Johnston | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
Made too much use of, outclassed anyway when comfortably held in Derby Trial (Listed) at Lingfield last time; top course trainer; stays 10f, acts on soft, good to soft and AW; looks out of his depth.
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 14l behind Maltese Cross when last of 6 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month.
Made too much use of, outclassed anyway when comfortably held in Derby Trial (Listed) at Lingfield last time; top course trainer; stays 10f, acts on soft, good to soft and AW; looks out of his depth.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| 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) | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J P Spencer | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A M Balding | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
Solid effort ridden close to good pace when 7l third in Derby Trial (Listed) at Lingfield most recent run; trainer in form; stays 12f, acts on sound surfaces; limitations exposed in Lingfield Derby Trial.
A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Third of 6 behind Maltese Cross beaten 7l at 22-1 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month.
Solid effort ridden close to good pace when 7l third in Derby Trial (Listed) at Lingfield most recent run; trainer in form; stays 12f, acts on sound surfaces; limitations exposed in Lingfield Derby Trial.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S De Sousa | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Jane Chapple-Hyam | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
Good trip on inner but game effort still, improving when second beaten a neck in Derby Trial (Listed) at Lingfield latest; stays 12f, acts on soft and good to firm; likeable attitude and has more to offer for top yard, but it is needed.
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten a neck by Maltese Cross when second of 6 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month.
Good trip on inner but game effort still, improving when second beaten a neck in Derby Trial (Listed) at Lingfield latest; stays 12f, acts on soft and good to firm; likeable attitude and has more to offer for top yard, but it is needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Crouch | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| T | R M Beckett | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
Improved, won going away from ordinary enough opposition when landing the Chester Vase (Group 3) at Chester by 4 1/4l last time; stays 12f well, acts on yielding and good (below best on heavy); progressive, impressed at Chester and rates a top-class prospect.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Won on his latest outing when 2-9fav in the Group 3 Boodles Chester Vase Stakes at Chester over 1m 4f (good) last month, beating Proposition by 4 1/2l.
Improved, won going away from ordinary enough opposition when landing the Chester Vase (Group 3) at Chester by 4 1/4l last time; stays 12f well, acts on yielding and good (below best on heavy); progressive, impressed at Chester and rates a top-class prospect.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% | |
| 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) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R L Moore | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | A P O'Brien | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ran to form albeit possibly on disadvantaged part of the track when 4 1/2l third in Dante Stakes (Group 2) at York most recent run; effective 10f, acts on heavy and good; big sort who could improve plenty for the step up to 12f.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. Third of 8 behind Item beaten 4 1/2l at 11-4fav on his latest outing in the Group 2 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante Stakes at York over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Ran to form albeit possibly on disadvantaged part of the track when 4 1/2l third in Dante Stakes (Group 2) at York most recent run; effective 10f, acts on heavy and good; big sort who could improve plenty for the step up to 12f.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ronan Whelan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A P O'Brien | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Quickened clear, going away at the line when improving to win the Dante Stakes (Group 2) at York by 3l last time; top course trainer; stays 10f, should get 12f, sound surfaces suit best; top-class prospect with more to come.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 11-2 in the Group 2 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante Stakes at York over 1m 2f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Action by 2 3/4l.
Quickened clear, going away at the line when improving to win the Dante Stakes (Group 2) at York by 3l last time; top course trainer; stays 10f, should get 12f, sound surfaces suit best; top-class prospect with more to come.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 2 | 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) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Colin Keane | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | A M Balding | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
Improved, just outstaying rivals when winning Derby Trial (Group 3) at Leopardstown by a short-head last time; effective 10f, acts on heavy and good; nice type who promises to improve again for 12f, can have a say.
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good and heavy ground. A winner at 9-1 in the Group 3 Cashel Palace Hotel Derby Trial Stakes at Leopardstown over 1m 2f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Pierre Bonnard by a short head.
Improved, just outstaying rivals when winning Derby Trial (Group 3) at Leopardstown by a short-head last time; effective 10f, acts on heavy and good; nice type who promises to improve again for 12f, can have a say.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Dylan Browne McMonagle | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
Game effort, improving up in trip and coming clear with second when winning Derby Trial (Listed) at Lingfield by a neck last time; stays 12f, acts on soft and good to firm; big, quality type, progressing well but needs more to land this.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 9-4 at Lingfield over 1m 4f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Bay Of Brilliance by a neck. Has also won at Newbury this season.
Game effort, improving up in trip and coming clear with second when winning Derby Trial (Listed) at Lingfield by a neck last time; stays 12f, acts on soft and good to firm; big, quality type, progressing well but needs more to land this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Marquand | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
| T | W J Haggas | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
Every chance, ran to form when second beaten a short-head in Derby Trial (Group 3) at Leopardstown latest; top jockey back on board; effective 10f, acts on very soft and good to firm; big sort who has yet to progress as expected at three, but step up to 12f could unlock his potential.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm and soft - heavy ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a short head by James J Braddock when second of 5 at 5-6fav on his latest outing in the Group 3 Cashel Palace Hotel Derby Trial Stakes at Leopardstown over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Every chance, ran to form when second beaten a short-head in Derby Trial (Group 3) at Leopardstown latest; top jockey back on board; effective 10f, acts on very soft and good to firm; big sort who has yet to progress as expected at three, but step up to 12f could unlock his potential.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| 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) | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C Soumillon | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | A P O'Brien | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Run of race, improved a little up to 12f and tried in cheekpieces when second beaten 2l in a novice at Haydock latest; effective 9-12f, acts on good to soft and good to firm; out of his depth here.
Placed twice in three starts. Beaten 2l by Ravenspire when second of 4 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 4f (good to firm) in April.
Run of race, improved a little up to 12f and tried in cheekpieces when second beaten 2l in a novice at Haydock latest; effective 9-12f, acts on good to soft and good to firm; out of his depth here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Rowan Scott | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K R Burke | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Slightly unbalanced as race developed but finished with promise when second beaten 2 1/2l in Blue Riband Trial (Listed) here latest; effective 10f, acts on good and AW; big colt, can progress again up to 12f but this is clearly a tough task.
A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 2 1/2l by Saxon Street when second of 6 at 33-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) in April.
Slightly unbalanced as race developed but finished with promise when second beaten 2 1/2l in Blue Riband Trial (Listed) here latest; effective 10f, acts on good and AW; big colt, can progress again up to 12f but this is clearly a tough task.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 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 | Rob Hornby | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Faye Bramley | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Recent rain has muddied the waters with the majority of the Derby trials being raced on a quicker surface. Trainer Aidan O'Brien has four runners with BENVENUTO CELLINI the mount of Ryan Moore. The Frankel colt landed the odds in the Chester Vase by over four lengths suggesting he will stay this trip, handle the undulating track, and he has won on softer ground making him appear the likeliest winner. Item arrives unbeaten after winning the Dante Stakes at York impressively, and his half-sister won on similar ground in France giving his supporters hope, while anyone looking for a bigger price could do worse than Charlie Johnston's Ancient Egypt or the William Haggas-trained Maltese Cross.
A race Aidan O'Brien has farmed over the years, especially recently winning five of the last seven runnings, including the last three. Less than a week on from training the 1-2-3 in the French Derby, the master of Ballydoyle is taken to repeat the trick on the biggest stage of all, with BENVENUTO CELLINI taken to lead his 13 rivals home. Following the same path as last year's winner Lambourn, who also came here having won the Chester Vase, he promises to take his game to a new level faced with a good test at 12f, with the only nagging doubt being a significant easing of the ground - he struggled on heavy ground in the Futurity Trophy as a 2yo. Item maintained his unbeaten record with a striking win in the Dante, but he might have raced on the best part of the track in following runner-up Action, and he doesn't necessarily appeal as a horse for this race. It's the third from the Dante, Christmas Day, who is taken to fare best here. The son of Camelot promises to relish the step up to 12f and it would be no surprise at all were he to cause a shock and win the race, with similar comments applying to Pierre Bonnard, who has long looked a Derby type and could leave behind a pair of underwhelming runs at Leopardstown now faced with an increased stamina test. Action could make them go a bit if taking to the cheekpieces with him being closely related to last year's winner Lambourn, rounding out what is expected to be a Ballydoyle benefit.
Yard has won 3 of last 9 runnings of race; maybe flattered when fourth beaten 2 1/2l in a 3yo race at Goodwood latest; top course jockey/trainer combination; suited by 1m, acts on a sound surface; athletic individual, step back up in trip not sure to suit.
Successful twice at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 2 1/2l behind Protection Act when last of 4 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good) last month.
Yard has won 3 of last 9 runnings of race; maybe flattered when fourth beaten 2 1/2l in a 3yo race at Goodwood latest; top course jockey/trainer combination; suited by 1m, acts on a sound surface; athletic individual, step back up in trip not sure to suit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Oisin Murphy | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | A M Balding | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
Never threatened beaten 4l in a handicap at Newbury last time; suited by 1m, better form all on AW; on a rapidly upward trajectory over winter, yet to match that on grass.
Successful at 7f and 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 4l behind Euston Hall at 7-2 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m (good) last month.
Never threatened beaten 4l in a handicap at Newbury last time; suited by 1m, better form all on AW; on a rapidly upward trajectory over winter, yet to match that on grass.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Billy Loughnane | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | G Boughey | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% |
Below form, didn't get home back up in trip comfortably held in a handicap at Newmarket last time; off a short-break; effective 7-9f, acts on soft and fast ground; needs more.
Successful at 7f and 1m on soft ground. Finished 20l behind Archers Bay when sixth of 8 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 2f (good) in April.
Below form, didn't get home back up in trip comfortably held in a handicap at Newmarket last time; off a short-break; effective 7-9f, acts on soft and fast ground; needs more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 12 | 2 | 0 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 10 | 2 | 0 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 2 | 0 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D Egan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dylan Cunha | 12 | 2 | 0 | 16.7% |
Back to winning ways up in trip and down in class when winning a novice at Chelmsford by 3 1/4l last time; effective at 7f/1m, acts on good and AW; new trip on handicap debut, open to progress.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 1-2fav at Chelmsford City over 1m in November last year, beating Devil's Brigade by 3 1/2l.
Back to winning ways up in trip and down in class when winning a novice at Chelmsford by 3 1/4l last time; effective at 7f/1m, acts on good and AW; new trip on handicap debut, open to progress.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ray Dawson | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | R Varian | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Ran to form off new mark fifth beaten 3 1/4l off 85 last time, same mark here; enjoys making it; suited by 8/9f, acts on sound surface; needs more up to 10f.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Mohaaraj when fifth of 10 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (good) last month. Has won 3 times this season.
Ran to form off new mark fifth beaten 3 1/4l off 85 last time, same mark here; enjoys making it; suited by 8/9f, acts on sound surface; needs more up to 10f.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (V only) | 7 | 4 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Rose Dawes | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| T | J Channon | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% |
Bit keen but good attitude to get off the mark when winning a novice at Lingfield by a neck last time; effective 7f/1m, acts on good and AW; more to come now handicapping but needs to settle up in trip.
A winner at 7-1 at Lingfield over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Always Happy by a neck.
Bit keen but good attitude to get off the mark when winning a novice at Lingfield by a neck last time; effective 7f/1m, acts on good and AW; more to come now handicapping but needs to settle up in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R Havlin | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | S P C Woods | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
Improved, step back down in trip suited when winning a maiden at Nottingham by 1 1/4l last time; effective 8-10f, acts on soft; leading chance down in trip/grade.
A winner at 11-8 at Nottingham over 1m (soft) on his latest outing in October last year, beating Masked Warrior by 1 1/4l.
Improved, step back down in trip suited when winning a maiden at Nottingham by 1 1/4l last time; effective 8-10f, acts on soft; leading chance down in trip/grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Crouch | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | R M Beckett | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
Didn't stay up to 12f beaten 10l in a handicap at Chester last time; effective 7/8f on good ground; drop in trip a plus here.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 10l behind Magnetude when fifth of 8 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 4f (good) last month.
Didn't stay up to 12f beaten 10l in a handicap at Chester last time; effective 7/8f on good ground; drop in trip a plus here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J P Spencer | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | H Palmer | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
Bit wide but improved again landing a handicap by a length off a 6lb lower mark at Chester last time; effective 8-10f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; can go well again but rise in grade/weights asks more.
She has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on her latest outing when 11-4fav at Chester over 1m 2f (good) last month, beating Crockham Heath by 1l. Has won 3 times this season.
Bit wide but improved again landing a handicap by a length off a 6lb lower mark at Chester last time; effective 8-10f, acts on good to soft, good and AW; can go well again but rise in grade/weights asks more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Rowan Scott | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | C Johnston | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
Back to best down in trip, good attitude beaten 1 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at York last time; effective 8-10f, acts on good and AW; can go well again.
A winner at 1m 1f on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/2l by Pearl River when second of 10 at 5-1 on her latest outing at York over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Back to best down in trip, good attitude beaten 1 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at York last time; effective 8-10f, acts on good and AW; can go well again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Nicholls | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | K R Burke | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
Ran to form up to 1m 4l third in a novice at Lingfield most recent run; trainer in form; effective 7f/1m, acts on good and AW; more to come now handicapping up in trip.
Placed in all three of his starts. Third of 12 behind Savvy Disko beaten 3 1/2l at 11-2 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m last month.
Ran to form up to 1m 4l third in a novice at Lingfield most recent run; trainer in form; effective 7f/1m, acts on good and AW; more to come now handicapping up in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 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) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Davies | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W J Haggas | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Andrew Balding has been responsible for three of the last eight winners and he relies on Allegresse this season, though both his wins have been on the all-weather and he will need to improve. Sean Woods is a shrewd operator and the lightly-raced SAVVY DISKO could go well on his handicap debut if he takes to the step up in trip after winning over a mile at Lingfield on his return, while York Tower, over three lengths behind the suggestion in Surrey, reopposes on 7lb better terms and should also go close.
Allegresse hails from a top yard with a fine record in this race but his two wins have come on the AW and he was well beaten over this trip previously. Starlight Time is making his reappearance but with potential now handicapping, although he is unproven over this trip. The selection is HELL YEAH HE DID, who has been gelded since his last outing - a game win at Nottingham in October - and is expected to improve for the step back up to 10f. York Tower is another handicap newcomer with potential for his top yard.
Ran to form despite bare result Beaten in Oleander-Rennen (Group 2) last time; trainer in form; effective 14-16f, acts on sound surface; capable of a good run off this mark back in a handicap.
Has won 11 races from 1m 1f to 2m on ground varying from good to yielding - soft and on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Lordano when fifth of 11 at 17-2 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Comer Group International 55. Oleander-Rennen at Hoppegarten over 2m (good) last month.
Ran to form despite bare result Beaten in Oleander-Rennen (Group 2) last time; trainer in form; effective 14-16f, acts on sound surface; capable of a good run off this mark back in a handicap.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 43 | 11 | 8 | 25.6% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 24 | 5 | 4 | 20.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 4 | 3 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 41 | 11 | 8 | 26.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 25 | 5 | 6 | 20% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Marquand | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | George Scott | 41 | 11 | 8 | 26.8% |
Bit keen, ran to form beaten 1 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Goodwood last time; effective 12-14f, suited by cut, acts on good; consistent, can go well again down in trip.
He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Valedictory when second of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 6f (good) last month.
Bit keen, ran to form beaten 1 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Goodwood last time; effective 12-14f, suited by cut, acts on good; consistent, can go well again down in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 3 | 2 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Doyle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | S & E Crisford | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% |
Too keen, below form back up in trip comfortably held in a handicap at Newmarket last time; suited by 12f, effective at 10f, best with some give but acts on AW; inconsistent of late, tough mark still.
He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to soft and heavy ground and on the all-weather. Finished 11l behind Daiquiri Bay when fifth of 8 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month.
Too keen, below form back up in trip comfortably held in a handicap at Newmarket last time; suited by 12f, effective at 10f, best with some give but acts on AW; inconsistent of late, tough mark still.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 18 | 3 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 10 | 2 | 2 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (B only) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paddy Bradley | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Jane Chapple-Hyam | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Bit keen, lacked pace beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at York last time; top course jockey/trainer combination; suited by 8-10f, acts on soft, good and AW; looks ready for this return to 12f, not ruled out.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4l behind Warrant Holder at 6-1 when seventh of 15 on his latest outing at York over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Bit keen, lacked pace beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at York last time; top course jockey/trainer combination; suited by 8-10f, acts on soft, good and AW; looks ready for this return to 12f, not ruled out.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Oisin Murphy | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| T | A M Balding | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
Below form again down the field in a handicap at Goodwood most recent; effective 10-12f, acts on good but suited by plenty of cut; mark easing but needs more than of late.
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 18l behind Yabher at 22-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Below form again down the field in a handicap at Goodwood most recent; effective 10-12f, acts on good but suited by plenty of cut; mark easing but needs more than of late.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 17 | 5 | 2 | 29.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 13 | 5 | 1 | 38.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| D | Distance | 9 | 3 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 4 | 0 | 44.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 5 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Dace | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | R M Beckett | 10 | 4 | 0 | 40% |
Could not get involved beaten 7l in a handicap at Haydock last time; in good form prior; returning from long layoff; effective 12-16f on sound surface; bounce back needed.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind The Reverend at 9-2 when 12th of 15 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 6f (good) in September last year.
Could not get involved beaten 7l in a handicap at Haydock last time; in good form prior; returning from long layoff; effective 12-16f on sound surface; bounce back needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 31 | 4 | 11 | 12.9% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 24 | 3 | 10 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 3 | 10 | 15% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 32 | 4 | 11 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 11 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D C Costello | 10 | 1 | 2 | 10% |
| T | Ian Williams | 32 | 4 | 11 | 12.5% |
Back to best, hit the line well landing a handicap by a length off a 3lb lower mark at Newmarket last time; effective 12f, suited by sound surface; in form and mark remains competitive.
Has won ten races from 1m to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 11-1 at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Topteam by 1l.
Back to best, hit the line well landing a handicap by a length off a 3lb lower mark at Newmarket last time; effective 12f, suited by sound surface; in form and mark remains competitive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 42 | 10 | 10 | 23.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 24 | 5 | 4 | 20.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| D | Distance | 14 | 3 | 5 | 21.4% |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 4 | 4 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 41 | 10 | 9 | 24.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D Egan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Dylan Cunha | 32 | 8 | 8 | 25% |
Ran to form back up to 11f when 6l third in a handicap at Hamilton most recent run; effective 10/11f, acts on good and AW, goes well off the front; chance if building on latest.
He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 3f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 7 behind Elsass beaten 6l at 10-3 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 3f (good) last month.
Ran to form back up to 11f when 6l third in a handicap at Hamilton most recent run; effective 10/11f, acts on good and AW, goes well off the front; chance if building on latest.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 11 | 3 | 1 | 27.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S H James | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| T | K R Burke | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
Improved to score with bit in hand landing a handicap by 3l off a 4lb lower mark here last time; effective 10-12f on a sound surface; competitively weighted still.
Winner of six races from 1m 3f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. A winner at 5-2 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing in April, beating Nunc Est Bibendum by 3l.
Improved to score with bit in hand landing a handicap by 3l off a 4lb lower mark here last time; effective 10-12f on a sound surface; competitively weighted still.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 29 | 6 | 8 | 20.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 17 | 6 | 3 | 35.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 13 | 5 | 4 | 38.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 3 | 2 | 23.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Billy Loughnane | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Ian Williams | 29 | 6 | 8 | 20.7% |
Yard won this last year; too keen back on Flat when 10l third in a handicap at Goodwood most recent run; effective 12-16f, acts on soft and good; chance down in trip as a past C&D winner.
Successful twice at 1m 4f on good and soft ground; has also won four hurdles. Third of 5 behind Bahadur beaten 10l at 3-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 2m (good) last month.
Yard won this last year; too keen back on Flat when 10l third in a handicap at Goodwood most recent run; effective 12-16f, acts on soft and good; chance down in trip as a past C&D winner.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 6 | 3 | 35.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Toby Moore | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G & J Moore | 20 | 6 | 3 | 30% |
Step back in right direction beaten 5l in a handicap at Kempton last time; stays 12f, form on soft but seems best on a sound surface; needs more than of late.
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good and yielding ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Ernst Blofeld at 22-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Kempton over 1m 4f last month.
Step back in right direction beaten 5l in a handicap at Kempton last time; stays 12f, form on soft but seems best on a sound surface; needs more than of late.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 34 | 5 | 7 | 14.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 27 | 3 | 5 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 15 | 1 | 2 | 6.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 22 | 3 | 5 | 13.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 35 | 5 | 7 | 14.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 14 | 1 | 2 | 7.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Marco Ghiani | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | George Baker | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved again landing a handicap by 5l off a 8lb lower mark at Hamilton last time; suited by 10/11f, acts on sound surface; progressive and should go well again off new mark.
He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 3f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 3-1 at Hamilton over 1m 3f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Humble Spark by 5l. Has also won at Southwell this season.
Improved again landing a handicap by 5l off a 8lb lower mark at Hamilton last time; suited by 10/11f, acts on sound surface; progressive and should go well again off new mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| 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) | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Connor Beasley | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | C Johnston | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27.3% |
Yard won this last year; bit better than result beaten 6l in a handicap at Goodwood last time; cheekpieces first time; probably just stays 14f, acts on any; drop to 12f might suit here.
A winner at 1m on heavy ground. Finished 6l behind Valedictory when fifth of 7 at 17-2 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 6f (good) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Yard won this last year; bit better than result beaten 6l in a handicap at Goodwood last time; cheekpieces first time; probably just stays 14f, acts on any; drop to 12f might suit here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 14 | 1 | 1 | 7.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 14 | 1 | 1 | 7.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Warren Fentiman | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G & J Moore | 14 | 1 | 1 | 7.1% |
Below form down the field in a handicap at Ascot most recent; enjoys making it; effective 10-12f, acts on any; enjoyed productive 2025, 3lb higher than when winning Amateurs' Derby over C&D last August.
Winner of six races from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather; has also won a hurdle. Beaten 13l behind Wine Dark Sea at 33-1 when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month.
Below form down the field in a handicap at Ascot most recent; enjoys making it; effective 10-12f, acts on any; enjoyed productive 2025, 3lb higher than when winning Amateurs' Derby over C&D last August.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 28 | 6 | 6 | 21.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 21 | 5 | 4 | 23.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| C | Course | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| D | Distance | 11 | 4 | 3 | 36.4% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 4 | 3 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 17 | 6 | 4 | 35.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S De Sousa | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | George Baker | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Ran to form beaten 3l off this mark at Kempton last time; effective 1m-12f, acts on good to soft, good and AW, fast perhaps not ideal; in fine form, can go well again.
Successful at 1m and 1m 3f on the all-weather. Finished 3l behind Ernst Blofeld when fourth of 13 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Kempton over 1m 4f last month.
Ran to form beaten 3l off this mark at Kempton last time; effective 1m-12f, acts on good to soft, good and AW, fast perhaps not ideal; in fine form, can go well again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 15 | 2 | 8 | 13.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 7 | 0 | 5 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 2 | 8 | 13.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Davies | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J G Portman | 15 | 2 | 8 | 13.3% |
Improved again down in trip landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Yarmouth last time; effective 9-12f, acts on good and good to firm; considered in bid for four-timer.
He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 11-10fav at Yarmouth over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month, beating King's Hand by 3/4l. Has won 3 times this season.
Improved again down in trip landing a handicap by 3/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Yarmouth last time; effective 9-12f, acts on good and good to firm; considered in bid for four-timer.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ray Dawson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Dylan Cunha | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
Below form beaten 7l in a handicap at Ayr last time; effective 8-11f; needs more than of late.
A winner at 1m 2f on heavy ground. Finished 7l behind Footwork when fifth of 11 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 1m 1f (good to firm) last month. Runs from 5lb out of handicap.
Below form beaten 7l in a handicap at Ayr last time; effective 8-11f; needs more than of late.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 15 | 1 | 4 | 6.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 1 | 4 | 6.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Laura Pearson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | I Furtado | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Cases can be made for plenty of these, but marginal preference is for ELSASS. The four-year-old arrives here on the back of two impressive victories in recent months and even an 8lb rise for the latest of those wins may not be enough to stop him from making it a hat-trick. That said, Hengest has a similar profile and should not be underestimated. Spinning Wheel only found one too good on his return at Goodwood recently and is likely to be in the mix once again, while Prydwen and Regal Ulixes are others to consider.
A competitive handicap, GIVE IT TO ME OJ makes plenty of appeal having scored back-to-back over C&D last September, including when winning the Apprentices' Derby, and having performed well in some good races over hurdles afterwards - he didn't stay 2m back on the Flat last time. Toby Moore claims a handy 7lb and he should go well at the least. Regal Ulixes hasn't quite kicked on as expected from a good Lingfield win in February but he might be in need of the step back up to this trip and his mark could still be fair. The progressive Elsass, who is on a hat-trick, Spinning Wheel, consistent and dropping in trip, and Hengest, up in grade bidding for a four-timer, are others to take seriously.
Keeping on when hampered, should have finished closer eighth beaten 4l off 100 last time, same mark here; top course jockey; effective 5-7f, acts on good and fast ground; might be vulnerable off this mark.
Has won ten races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 4l behind Lexington Jet at 7-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Chester over 7f (good) last month.
Keeping on when hampered, should have finished closer eighth beaten 4l off 100 last time, same mark here; top course jockey; effective 5-7f, acts on good and fast ground; might be vulnerable off this mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 54 | 10 | 9 | 18.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 51 | 10 | 9 | 19.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 28 | 7 | 3 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 35 | 8 | 8 | 22.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 11 | 2 | 0 | 18.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 9.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Oisin Murphy | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | H Palmer | 46 | 8 | 8 | 17.4% |
Never in it from off the pace down the field in a handicap at Newmarket most recent; wide draw; effective at 6f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; bounce back needed.
He has won three times at 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 12l behind Double Rush at 10-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) last month.
Never in it from off the pace down the field in a handicap at Newmarket most recent; wide draw; effective at 6f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; bounce back needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 10 | 3 | 2 | 30% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D Egan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Tom Clover | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% |
Ran to best on return landing a handicap by a length off a 5lb lower mark at Doncaster last time; off a short-break; effective 6/7f, likes give, not tried on fast ground; won three of last four, new mark still competitive.
Winner of six races at 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 15-8fav at Doncaster over 6f (good to soft) in March, beating Akkadian Thunder by 1l.
Ran to best on return landing a handicap by a length off a 5lb lower mark at Doncaster last time; off a short-break; effective 6/7f, likes give, not tried on fast ground; won three of last four, new mark still competitive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 16 | 6 | 5 | 37.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 16 | 6 | 5 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 12 | 6 | 2 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 6 | 5 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Doyle | 7 | 3 | 3 | 42.9% |
| T | H Al Jehani | 15 | 6 | 4 | 40% |
Never in it after a slow start beaten 10l in a handicap at Windsor last time; effective 5/6f, acts on any but suited by AW; mark easing but needs more.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Justcallmepete at 6-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) last month.
Never in it after a slow start beaten 10l in a handicap at Windsor last time; effective 5/6f, acts on any but suited by AW; mark easing but needs more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 24 | 5 | 5 | 20.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 18 | 1 | 4 | 5.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J Mitchell | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | R M H Cowell | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Bit keen but back to best beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at Newmarket last time; wide draw; suited by 5/6f, acts on any, likes cut; generally consistent and tough, mark fair.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 9 behind Double Rush beaten 4l at 18-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) last month.
Bit keen but back to best beaten 4l off a 1lb higher mark at Newmarket last time; wide draw; suited by 5/6f, acts on any, likes cut; generally consistent and tough, mark fair.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 48 | 5 | 17 | 10.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 36 | 3 | 12 | 8.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 37 | 3 | 16 | 8.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 2 | 6 | 10.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 48 | 5 | 17 | 10.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 25 | 2 | 13 | 8% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 19 | 0 | 11 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Marco Ghiani | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | P Charalambous | 17 | 3 | 3 | 17.7% |
Drop in trip suited, good attitude landing a Sprint Handicap by a head off a 4lb lower mark at York last time; enjoys making it; wide draw; effective 5f-1m on sound surface; needs more off this mark.
Winner of six races from 5f to 1m on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 28-1 at York over 5f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Stratusnine by a head.
Drop in trip suited, good attitude landing a Sprint Handicap by a head off a 4lb lower mark at York last time; enjoys making it; wide draw; effective 5f-1m on sound surface; needs more off this mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 26 | 6 | 11 | 23.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 22 | 5 | 8 | 22.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 5 | 7 | 26.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 20 | 6 | 9 | 30% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R Havlin | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | D Loughnane | 18 | 5 | 9 | 27.8% |
Improved again landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 5/6f, acts on a sound surface; thoroughly progressive on AW, new mark asks more back on turf.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 8-13fav at Wolverhampton over 5f in April, beating Havana Blast by 2 1/4l.
Improved again landing a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Wolverhampton last time; trainer in form; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 5/6f, acts on a sound surface; thoroughly progressive on AW, new mark asks more back on turf.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 16 | 5 | 1 | 31.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 11 | 1 | 0 | 9.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 0 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Marquand | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M L W Bell | 16 | 5 | 1 | 31.3% |
Won this last year; never in it from off the pace, needed run down the field in a handicap at York most recent; in good form prior; effective 6f, acts on soft and good to firm; should leave latest behind, can go well.
He has won four times at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 14l behind Dark Thirty at 25-1 when 17th of 22 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good) last month.
Won this last year; never in it from off the pace, needed run down the field in a handicap at York most recent; in good form prior; effective 6f, acts on soft and good to firm; should leave latest behind, can go well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 14 | 4 | 4 | 28.6% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 12 | 3 | 4 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 12 | 4 | 4 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 2 | 3 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (V only) | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Joanna Mason | 12 | 4 | 3 | 33.3% |
| T | M & D Easterby | 14 | 4 | 4 | 28.6% |
Back to winning ways, got the run of the race landing a handicap by 2l off a 7lb lower mark at Newbury last time; suited by 5/6f, acts on any; fair mark still on return.
Successful twice at 6f on soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 10-1 at Newbury over 6f (soft) on his latest outing in October last year, beating Charlie Mason by 2l.
Back to winning ways, got the run of the race landing a handicap by 2l off a 7lb lower mark at Newbury last time; suited by 5/6f, acts on any; fair mark still on return.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 9 | 2 | 3 | 22.2% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Crouch | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | R M Beckett | 9 | 2 | 3 | 22.2% |
Below form on return, needed run down the field in a handicap at Newmarket most recent; off a short-break; suited by 6f, acts on heavy, good and AW; bounce back needed.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 14l behind Double Rush at 25-1 when 11th of 13 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good) in April.
Below form on return, needed run down the field in a handicap at Newmarket most recent; off a short-break; suited by 6f, acts on heavy, good and AW; bounce back needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 25 | 5 | 8 | 20% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 23 | 5 | 8 | 21.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 23 | 3 | 8 | 13% |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 4 | 7 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 4 | 6 | 21.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 13 | 3 | 3 | 23.1% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jason Hart | 21 | 4 | 8 | 19.1% |
| T | J & S Quinn | 25 | 5 | 8 | 20% |
Back to best, hit the line well landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Redcar last time; suited by 5/6f, acts on any; won this in 2023 and competitive mark still.
Has won 12 races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. A winner at 16-5 at Redcar over 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Bravo Zulu by 1/2l.
Back to best, hit the line well landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb lower mark at Redcar last time; suited by 5/6f, acts on any; won this in 2023 and competitive mark still.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 71 | 12 | 14 | 16.9% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 32 | 5 | 7 | 15.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 46 | 7 | 9 | 15.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 2 | 4 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 64 | 10 | 12 | 15.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 30 | 2 | 6 | 6.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 19 | 3 | 4 | 15.8% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Dylan Hogan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | M Herrington | 31 | 3 | 7 | 9.7% |
Improved again, scored with bit in hand landing a handicap by 4l off a 12lb lower mark at Lingfield last time; effective 5/6f, acts on any; new mark kicked in now, needs more to land hat-trick.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding. Won on his latest outing when 7-4fav at Lingfield over 6f (good to firm) last month, beating Invincible Speed by 4l. Has won twice at Lingfield this season.
Improved again, scored with bit in hand landing a handicap by 4l off a 12lb lower mark at Lingfield last time; effective 5/6f, acts on any; new mark kicked in now, needs more to land hat-trick.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 41 | 6 | 4 | 14.6% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 34 | 6 | 3 | 17.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 24 | 3 | 3 | 12.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 5 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 28 | 5 | 2 | 17.9% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ashley Lewis | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | J & S Best | 16 | 2 | 2 | 12.5% |
Could have finished closer seventh beaten 4 1/4l off 88 last time, same mark here; effective 6/7f, acts on any; bit to find.
Has won nine races at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Fandom at 13-2 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (good) last month.
Could have finished closer seventh beaten 4 1/4l off 88 last time, same mark here; effective 6/7f, acts on any; bit to find.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 56 | 9 | 7 | 16.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 41 | 6 | 6 | 14.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 54 | 9 | 7 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 32 | 5 | 4 | 15.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 38 | 4 | 6 | 10.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 40 | 3 | 5 | 7.5% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 33 | 3 | 5 | 9.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Billy Garritty | 26 | 3 | 5 | 11.5% |
| T | R A Fahey | 56 | 9 | 7 | 16.1% |
Bit keen, again well below form down the field in a handicap at Goodwood most recent; effective 5/6f, likes cut; bounce back needed.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Beaten 19l behind Crimson Spirit at 20-1 when last of 14 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good) last month.
Bit keen, again well below form down the field in a handicap at Goodwood most recent; effective 5/6f, likes cut; bounce back needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 22 | 5 | 4 | 22.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 20 | 5 | 4 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 13 | 3 | 2 | 23.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 5 | 4 | 26.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Rowan Scott | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss J A Camacho | 11 | 2 | 1 | 18.2% |
Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; travelled, hit the line well to score with a bit in hand landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Windsor last time; wide draw; suited by 6f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; new mark still fair, can go well again.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. A winner at 12-1 at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating An Outlaw's Grace by 1 1/4l.
Yard has won 2 of last 9 runnings of race; travelled, hit the line well to score with a bit in hand landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off a 4lb lower mark at Windsor last time; wide draw; suited by 6f, acts on soft, good to firm and AW; new mark still fair, can go well again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 37 | 4 | 13 | 10.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 26 | 4 | 10 | 15.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 25 | 3 | 9 | 12% |
| G | Similar Going | 23 | 3 | 8 | 13% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 36 | 4 | 13 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Edward Greatrex | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | Ian Williams | 13 | 1 | 4 | 7.7% |
Ran to form after a wind op beaten 3/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Ascot last time; effective 6f, acts on any; former Wokingham winner out of form this term, needs pace collapse given run style.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten 3/4l by Bolo Neighs when second of 10 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Ascot over 6f (good) last month.
Ran to form after a wind op beaten 3/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Ascot last time; effective 6f, acts on any; former Wokingham winner out of form this term, needs pace collapse given run style.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 40 | 3 | 6 | 7.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 36 | 3 | 6 | 8.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 27 | 1 | 3 | 3.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 23 | 2 | 3 | 8.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 18 | 2 | 5 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 7.1% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 13 | 1 | 1 | 7.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S H James | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K A Ryan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Badri and Sondad are previous winners of this race who have to be of interest once again. However, preference is for FINE INTERVIEW, who has won three of his last four starts and the progressive five-year-old may have more improvement left to come. Gold Star Hero has also been a prolific winner of late and Michael Bell's gelding should not be underestimated. Apollo One has made the frame on both previous starts in this contest and is another to consider.
Plenty to consider in this big-field sprint, not least last year's winner Sondad, who should come on for his reappearance run when down the field at York. He is 7lb higher than 12 motnhs ago, though, while another former winner of the race, Badri, who scored in 2023 and was also third 12 months ago, should put in another good display despite his advancing years - he comes into the race off a win last time. It's FINE INTERVIEW who appeals most, though, having returned with an improved win at Doncaster, picking up well once seeing daylight, and he could take this on his way to the Wokingham. Topwarrior is making his seasonal debut but is only a 4yo and remains capable of better, so needs considering too.
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