Hamilton 23 June 2011
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Successful at 1m 3f and 1m 5f on good ground. A winner at 14-1 at Warwick over 1m 5f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Lady Lam by 3l. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success.
Successful at 1m 3f and 1m 5f on good ground. A winner at 14-1 at Warwick over 1m 5f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Lady Lam by 3l. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success.
A winner at 1m on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago; has also won two hurdles. Beaten 17l behind Patavium at 22-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month.
A winner at 1m on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago; has also won two hurdles. Beaten 17l behind Patavium at 22-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month.
A winner at 1m 1f on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Patavium when fourth of 12 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month.
A winner at 1m 1f on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Patavium when fourth of 12 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m 2f on good to soft ground, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten 7l behind Crete at 9-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest flat outing at Newbury over 1m 3f (good to soft) in October '07.
Successful twice at 1m 2f on good to soft ground, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten 7l behind Crete at 9-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest flat outing at Newbury over 1m 3f (good to soft) in October '07.
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 5f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather; has also won three hurdles (latest NH win was in April). Beaten 9l behind Royal Trooper at 66-1 when 10th of 13 on his latest flat outing over this course and distance (good to soft) in September last year.
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 5f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather; has also won three hurdles (latest NH win was in April). Beaten 9l behind Royal Trooper at 66-1 when 10th of 13 on his latest flat outing over this course and distance (good to soft) in September last year.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 1f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 13 behind Dimashq beaten 1/2l at 16-1 on her latest outing at Ripon over 1m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 1f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 13 behind Dimashq beaten 1/2l at 16-1 on her latest outing at Ripon over 1m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m 4f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 16-1 here over 1m 4f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Rubi Dia by 1 1/4l.
Successful twice at 1m 4f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 16-1 here over 1m 4f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Rubi Dia by 1 1/4l.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 5f on good to soft and heavy ground and on the all-weather; has also won two hurdles. Finished 3 1/2l behind Without Equal when fourth of 10 at 8-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 5f on good to soft and heavy ground and on the all-weather; has also won two hurdles. Finished 3 1/2l behind Without Equal when fourth of 10 at 8-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m 4f on good and soft ground. Finished 7l behind Visions Of Johanna when fourth of 10 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 1m 4f earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m 4f on good and soft ground. Finished 7l behind Visions Of Johanna when fourth of 10 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 1m 4f earlier this month.
Placed twice in eight starts; but has won three hurdles (latest NH win was in April). Well beaten at 9-1 behind La Vecchia Scuola when last of 9 on his latest flat outing over this course and distance (good to firm) in June '08. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Placed twice in eight starts; but has won three hurdles (latest NH win was in April). Well beaten at 9-1 behind La Vecchia Scuola when last of 9 on his latest flat outing over this course and distance (good to firm) in June '08. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Placed twice in 12 starts; but has won four hurdles (latest NH win was in March). Well beaten at 12-1 behind Jenny Soba when last of 8 on his latest flat outing at Carlisle over 1m 6f (good to firm) in August last year.
Placed twice in 12 starts; but has won four hurdles (latest NH win was in March). Well beaten at 12-1 behind Jenny Soba when last of 8 on his latest flat outing at Carlisle over 1m 6f (good to firm) in August last year.
A winner at 2m on soft ground, but that win was over three years ago. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Three White Socks when sixth of 7 on his latest outing at Southwell over 1m 6f earlier this month.
A winner at 2m on soft ground, but that win was over three years ago. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Three White Socks when sixth of 7 on his latest outing at Southwell over 1m 6f earlier this month.
In what looks a fairly competitive opener, WITHOUT EQUAL has serious claims as she remains dangerously well treated competing off the same mark as when winning over 1m4f here last week. That success came in an apprentice riders' race so she escapes a penalty and the decision to turn her out again quickly before her 5lb higher ratings kicks in can pay off. Amana must defy a 6lb penalty for a recent Warwick success but should be considered closely. Terenzium can boast winning C&D form, albeit back in July, while Talk Of Saafend is another danger on the back of her Ripon near-miss.
Without Equal has a clear chance to follow up her recent victory here with no penalty to carry, and is preferred to Talk of Saafend. Knight Valliant will be a threat if translating recent hurdles form.
He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to soft and heavy ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 33-1 when 14th of 16 on his latest outing at York over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month.
He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to soft and heavy ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 33-1 when 14th of 16 on his latest outing at York over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m 2f on good to firm ground. A winner at 4-1 at Yarmouth over 1m 2f (good to firm) on her latest outing last month, beating Petsas Pleasure by 1 3/4l. Has also won at Newcastle this season.
Successful twice at 1m 2f on good to firm ground. A winner at 4-1 at Yarmouth over 1m 2f (good to firm) on her latest outing last month, beating Petsas Pleasure by 1 3/4l. Has also won at Newcastle this season.
Successful at 1m 4f and 1m 6f on good to firm and soft ground; has also won three hurdles. Beaten 4l by Transfer when second of 10 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Successful at 1m 4f and 1m 6f on good to firm and soft ground; has also won three hurdles. Beaten 4l by Transfer when second of 10 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month.
A winner at 1m 4f on good to firm ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Retreat Content when sixth of 8 at 5-2fav on her latest outing at Ayr over 1m 2f (good to soft) earlier this month.
A winner at 1m 4f on good to firm ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Retreat Content when sixth of 8 at 5-2fav on her latest outing at Ayr over 1m 2f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Yet to place in three starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Lady Chloe when seventh of 11 on his latest outing at Redcar over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
Yet to place in three starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Lady Chloe when seventh of 11 on his latest outing at Redcar over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
Unplaced in all seven starts. Finished 6l behind Mojolika when sixth of 12 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Redcar over 1m 6f (good to firm) last month.
Unplaced in all seven starts. Finished 6l behind Mojolika when sixth of 12 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Redcar over 1m 6f (good to firm) last month.
Placed once in six starts. Finished 20l behind Countrywide Flame when fourth of 7 at 13-2 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
Placed once in six starts. Finished 20l behind Countrywide Flame when fourth of 7 at 13-2 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
Yet to place in four starts. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Countrywide Flame when sixth of 7 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
Yet to place in four starts. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Countrywide Flame when sixth of 7 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
Miss Blink bids to land the hat-trick but the assessor appears to have taken a stern view of her recent Yarmouth success and the four-year-old filly has gone up 9lb in the handicap. The ground also appears to have gone against her and for those reasons, AMIR PASHA gets the nod after he recorded a creditable third at Haydock last time out on ground which he looks set to encounter again here. Up 2lb for that effort, he drops in class and will take all the beating. Silver Tigress and Jeu De Vivre represent the main dangers.
Amir Pasha ran into one well ahead of its mark last time and this looks a good opportunity for him to go one better. Miss Blink looks the obvious one for the forecast in a race where it's not easy to make out a case for many.
Foaled 5 Apr. Full brother to Infallible, won twice at 7f including a Group 3 race. Beaten 11l behind Overpowered at 10-1 when seventh of 10 on his racecourse debut at Ripon over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Foaled 5 Apr. Full brother to Infallible, won twice at 7f including a Group 3 race. Beaten 11l behind Overpowered at 10-1 when seventh of 10 on his racecourse debut at Ripon over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Foaled 20 Apr. Dam unraced.
Foaled 20 Apr. Dam unraced.
Foaled 29 Mar. Dam a lightly raced maiden. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 8l behind Lupin Pooter when fourth of 6 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good) earlier this month.
Foaled 29 Mar. Dam a lightly raced maiden. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 8l behind Lupin Pooter when fourth of 6 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good) earlier this month.
Foaled 11 Apr. Placed twice in three starts. Third of 8 behind Indepub beaten 1 1/4l at 9-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month.
Foaled 11 Apr. Placed twice in three starts. Third of 8 behind Indepub beaten 1 1/4l at 9-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month.
Foaled 20 Mar. Dam won six times between 5f and 7f. Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 12l behind Bartley at 11-1 when 11th of 17 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Foaled 20 Mar. Dam won six times between 5f and 7f. Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 12l behind Bartley at 11-1 when 11th of 17 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Foaled 14 Feb. Half-sister to Dearg, won at 6f. Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 11l behind Lexington Spirit at 12-1 when 13th of 16 on her latest outing at Thirsk over 5f (good) last month.
Foaled 14 Feb. Half-sister to Dearg, won at 6f. Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 11l behind Lexington Spirit at 12-1 when 13th of 16 on her latest outing at Thirsk over 5f (good) last month.
Foaled 26 Feb. Half-sister to Beat Seven, won at 5f.
Foaled 26 Feb. Half-sister to Beat Seven, won at 5f.
Foaled 18 Apr. Half-sister to Blazing Buck, won twice over hurdles at 2m and 2m 4f and twice on the flat at 7f and 1m 7f.
Foaled 18 Apr. Half-sister to Blazing Buck, won twice over hurdles at 2m and 2m 4f and twice on the flat at 7f and 1m 7f.
A positive effort from HAAFKRY at this track last week suggested that he is ready to break his maiden tag at the fourth time of asking. Racecourse experience will stand this son of Haafhd in good stead and he appears to be the most likely winner. Fortune Star and the others with form have yet to show much promise so the newcomers could put up most resistance. Bit A Craic could be suited by the ease in the ground on pedigree, while Bryan Smart's Ptolemaic has a Listed entry and must have been showing a bit at home.
Haafkry sets the standard here but it's hardly an exacting one and it may be worth taking a chance on Mark Johnston's New Decade improving a good deal with last week's debut at Ripon behind him (very green on that occasion). Significant market support for any of the newcomers would put a different slant on things, though.
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 10l behind Pokfulham when sixth of 7 at 7-1 on her latest outing here over 1m 5f (good) earlier this month.
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 10l behind Pokfulham when sixth of 7 at 7-1 on her latest outing here over 1m 5f (good) earlier this month.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 5l behind Willbeme when fourth of 12 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Redcar over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 5l behind Willbeme when fourth of 12 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Redcar over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Placed once in eight starts. Beaten 13l behind Regimental at 33-1 when last of 8 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Placed once in eight starts. Beaten 13l behind Regimental at 33-1 when last of 8 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Placed once in four starts. Finished 15l behind Apache Glory when fourth of 8 at 7-2fav on her latest outing at Nottingham over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Placed once in four starts. Finished 15l behind Apache Glory when fourth of 8 at 7-2fav on her latest outing at Nottingham over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 11l behind Archie Rice at 28-1 when last of 9 on her latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 2f earlier this month.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 11l behind Archie Rice at 28-1 when last of 9 on her latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 2f earlier this month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Well beaten at 9-1 behind Zennor when fifth of 8 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) earlier this month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Well beaten at 9-1 behind Zennor when fifth of 8 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) earlier this month.
Placed once in eight starts. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Rio's Rosanna when 9th of 10 on her latest outing at Pontefract over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Placed once in eight starts. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Rio's Rosanna when 9th of 10 on her latest outing at Pontefract over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 10l behind No Heretic when fifth of 7 at 66-1 on her latest outing at Leicester over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 10l behind No Heretic when fifth of 7 at 66-1 on her latest outing at Leicester over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
LET'S FACE FACTS is an interesting runner here for Jim Goldie and she could be worth taking a chance on as the daughter of Lucky Story appears to be improving for each run this term. The move up in distance could spark further progress and the step into handicap company can only be deemed a positive. Godolphin's Alareen disappointed favourite-backers on her last outing but commands respect again, as she is entitled to improve. Of the others, Casino Night can boast winning C&D form, while the well-bred Cape Of Dance could also get involved where it matters most.
This is weak and it's worth chancing Jim Goldie's Let's Face Facts who appeals as the type to do better now handicapping up in trip. C&D winner Casino Night has to be respected, while Ash Cloud is another unexposed type who might have more to give now handicapping.
Half-brother to Tipperary All Star, won three times over the flat between 1m 1f and 1m 4f and twice over hurdles at 2m.
Half-brother to Tipperary All Star, won three times over the flat between 1m 1f and 1m 4f and twice over hurdles at 2m.
Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Circle Of Angels when last of 7 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Circle Of Angels when last of 7 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Power Punch when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Beverley over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Power Punch when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Beverley over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 9l behind Orbit The Moon when fourth of 14 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 7f (good) last month.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 9l behind Orbit The Moon when fourth of 14 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 7f (good) last month.
Half-brother to Sakkara Star, won at 7f.
Half-brother to Sakkara Star, won at 7f.
Placed in four of five starts. Beaten 2 1/4l by Power Punch when second of 14 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Beverley over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Placed in four of five starts. Beaten 2 1/4l by Power Punch when second of 14 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Beverley over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month.
This maiden contest looks a straightforward opportunity for STRIKING THE WIND to finally score for Mark Johnston. Rarely out of the equation in five starts to date, the three-year-old holds the best form in this race and will be tough to beat. Slow ground is admittedly an unknown and that would be a slight worry for the American-bred colt. His stablemate Shalloon could be one to watch out for under Phil Makin at the first time of asking, but the main danger to the selection comes in the shape of Muffin McLeay, who hasn't disgraced himself on his three starts to date and should be suited by the return to further after a staying-on fourth over 7f at Thirsk.
Given that neither Phillip Makin nor William Buick regularly rides for Mark Johnston, it's hard to be dogmatic as to whether newcomer Shalloon or Striking The Wind is considered the first string, so the betting will be informative. Shalloon is certainly a likely type on paper, while fellow debutant Dancing Paddy is also of some interest.
He has won three times at 5f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 7-2 at Carlisle over 5f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Mullglen by 1/2l. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Has also won at Hamilton this season.
He has won three times at 5f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 7-2 at Carlisle over 5f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Mullglen by 1/2l. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Has also won at Hamilton this season.
Has won 15 races from 5f to 1m 1f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 7l behind Lucky Art at 20-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Has won 15 races from 5f to 1m 1f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 7l behind Lucky Art at 20-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Has won eight races at 5f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 12 behind Taurus Twins beaten 2l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Has won eight races at 5f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 12 behind Taurus Twins beaten 2l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to soft. Won on his latest outing when 9-2jt-fav at Ayr over 6f (soft) in July last year, beating dead-heaters Lochan Mor and Ginger Ted by %.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to soft. Won on his latest outing when 9-2jt-fav at Ayr over 6f (soft) in July last year, beating dead-heaters Lochan Mor and Ginger Ted by %.
He has won four times at 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 6l behind Lucky Art when sixth of 9 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month.
He has won four times at 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 6l behind Lucky Art when sixth of 9 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Won on her latest outing when 6-4fav here over 6f (good) earlier this month, beating Prince Of Vasa by 2l. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with T D Barron.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Won on her latest outing when 6-4fav here over 6f (good) earlier this month, beating Prince Of Vasa by 2l. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with T D Barron.
Winner of five races at 5f on good and heavy ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 7-2 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Ingleby Star by a short head. Has won 3 times this season.
Winner of five races at 5f on good and heavy ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 7-2 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Ingleby Star by a short head. Has won 3 times this season.
She has won four times at 5f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Royal Box at 9-4fav when seventh of 12 on her latest outing at Chepstow over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Has won at Thirsk and Lingfield this season.
She has won four times at 5f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Royal Box at 9-4fav when seventh of 12 on her latest outing at Chepstow over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Has won at Thirsk and Lingfield this season.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 12l behind Hayek at 16-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) earlier this month.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 12l behind Hayek at 16-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) earlier this month.
SHARP SHOES arrives here with the best C&D form, having won on his last two starts here, and despite having gone up 5lb, he is one to be wary of. His recent successful efforts have come with cut in the ground and that is a huge positive for the Ann Duffield representative. Carrie's Magic represents a model of consistency having finished in the frame on all five of her starts this term and Doc Hay must not be overlooked coming into this in cracking form.
Your Gifted would be a tough nut to crack if putting her best foot forward, but her exuberance on the way to post can often prove costly, while the thriving Doc Hay must go well again if turning out for the second day running. The suggestion, however, is Tadalavil, who remains fairly treated and won on his reappearance last term. Carrie's Magic has to be taken seriously, too.
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 16l behind Kenyan Cat at 14-1 when 10th of 12 on her latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 16l behind Kenyan Cat at 14-1 when 10th of 12 on her latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten a head by Classic Descent when second of 13 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten a head by Classic Descent when second of 13 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 4-1jt-fav over this course and distance (good to soft) earlier this month, beating Carnival Dream by 3 1/2l. Has also won at Southwell this season.
Successful twice at 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 4-1jt-fav over this course and distance (good to soft) earlier this month, beating Carnival Dream by 3 1/2l. Has also won at Southwell this season.
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 11l behind Thinking at 4-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Beverley over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 11l behind Thinking at 4-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Beverley over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 16l behind Moody Tunes when fourth of 6 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 16l behind Moody Tunes when fourth of 6 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Has won 13 races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Classic Descent when fourth of 13 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Has won 13 races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Classic Descent when fourth of 13 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Has won eight races from 5f to 1m 1f on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/2l by Fazza when second of 13 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Has won eight races from 5f to 1m 1f on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/2l by Fazza when second of 13 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. A winner at 3-1 at Ayr over 1m (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Dubai Gem by a neck.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. A winner at 3-1 at Ayr over 1m (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Dubai Gem by a neck.
Placed twice in three starts. Beaten 14l behind Suhaili at 25-1 when 9th of 15 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month.
Placed twice in three starts. Beaten 14l behind Suhaili at 25-1 when 9th of 15 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Third of 10 behind Lakeman beaten 3 1/2l at 12-1 on her latest outing at Ayr over 1m 1f (heavy) in October last year.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Third of 10 behind Lakeman beaten 3 1/2l at 12-1 on her latest outing at Ayr over 1m 1f (heavy) in October last year.
Placed twice in 14 starts. Finished 8l behind Monsieur Pontaven when fifth of 7 at 4-1 on his latest flat outing at Ayr over 6f (good to firm) in August last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with J S Goldie.
Placed twice in 14 starts. Finished 8l behind Monsieur Pontaven when fifth of 7 at 4-1 on his latest flat outing at Ayr over 6f (good to firm) in August last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with J S Goldie.
It is very hard to oppose the C&D form on rain-affected ground of ON THE CUSP and despite a 7lb hike, he looks the one to beat. Richard Guest's gelding won with plenty in hand last time out, suggesting he remains ahead of the handicapper but Botham can also boast solid course form and remains well treated, escaping a penalty for last week's success in an Ayr apprentice event. Jupiter Fidius was touched off in a head-bobbing finish at Ripon and is best of the rest.
Botham is respected in his bid for a fifth course win, while Bentley, who is very well treated on turf compared to the AW, is a danger to all judged on his latest effort. However, it's worth siding with Jupiter Fidius who left the impression that his turn was near when mugged close home at Ripon recently.
