Huntingdon 08 November 2016

Going: Good (Good to Soft in places)
 
 
Heavy sleet

Forecast: Heavy sleet
Temperature: 1.8° - 6.9°
Rainfall: 6.05mm
Wind: 5.9 mph S

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13:10 Huntingdon (Class 4) (4YO plus)

Emanuel Sharpstone Memorial Novices' Hurdle

1m 7f 171y

Winner £3,249 - 11 ran

No.
Form
Horse
Age / Wt / OR
Jockey / Trainer
Form Snapshot

Apasionado was an extremely impressive winner on his hurdling debut at Uttoxeter last month and he sets a high standard to aim at despite his 7lb penalty. That said, preference is for RIVER FROST, who was a winner on the Flat in France and has since joined powerful connections. Lisheen Prince faced a stiff task on his Rules debut when eighth to Ballyandy in a Listed bumper at Cheltenham a year ago and he should only improve for going over hurdles.

2

13:45 Huntingdon (Class 4) (4YO plus)

Omni Security Guarding Services Novices' Handicap Chase

2m 7f 129y

Winner £3,899 - 8 ran

No.
Form
Horse
Age / Wt / OR
Jockey / Trainer
Form Snapshot

Prettylittlething has been running consistently well of late but, while another solid performance can be expected, she could prove to be vulnerable once again. COPPERFACEJACK was unfortunate to bump into a well-handicapped rival last time out but that is solid form in the context of this race and he can overcome a 6lb rise in the ratings. The unexposed Denboy is bred to appreciate the step up in trip and for going over fences, being a relative of Denman.

3

14:20 Huntingdon (Class 2) (3YO plus)

Omni Security Michaelmas Handicap Hurdle

1m 7f 171y

Winner £15,640 - 7 ran

No.
Form
Horse
Age / Wt / OR
Jockey / Trainer
Form Snapshot

Robinshill won well at Wetherby last month but a 12lb rise in the ratings appears to be very harsh, especially as the second from that race was well beaten at Musselburgh last week. ALL SET TO GO made a pleasing comeback when third at Chepstow a few weeks ago and if he takes a step forward from that contest he could take all the beating from the same mark. Optimus Prime is a multiple winner from France and he makes his debut for Dan Skelton following his purchase in July for 110,000 euros. Beltor has yet to confirm the promise he displayed when winning a Grade 2 at Kempton in February 2015 but he has only made four starts since and it is far too soon to be writing him off.

4

14:50 Huntingdon (Class 3) (4YO plus)

Tom Jones Memorial HTJ Centre Ltd Chase (Novices' Limited Handicap)

2m 104y

Winner £6,498 - 3 ran

No.
Form
Horse
Age / Wt / OR
Jockey / Trainer
Form Snapshot

ANATOL left a lasting impression on his sole start for Paul Nicholls last season with the way he jumped and on that occasion the six-year-old looked more than capable of picking up a race of this nature over 2m. It should also be noted that he put in that fine performance on the back of a long layoff and the first-time hood should make him less aggressive throughout. Querry Horse showed a high level of form in three starts over hurdles last season and he should have a bright future over the larger obstacles, while similar comments apply to Max Ward and any market support for him after 843 days off the track would have to be noted. Definite Future has been running well of late but he may be outclassed in this event.

5

15:20 Huntingdon (Class 4) (3YO plus)

Pellys Solicitors Pettifoggers Party Handicap Hurdle

2m 4f 145y

Winner £3,249 - 15 ran

No.
Form
Horse
Age / Wt / OR
Jockey / Trainer
Form Snapshot

In a weak race the marginal preference is for BALLYCASH, who should improve for the step into handicap company off what appears to be a workable mark. The son of Kalanisi also represents a yard that is in fine form at the moment. Midnight Gem is better than what she showed last time out and she would have a chance based on her second at Fontwell back in April, while Monsart and Demographic also make the shortlist.

6

15:55 Huntingdon (Class 6) (3YO only)

Hog Roast Catering Company 'Junior' Standard Open NH Flat Race

1m 5f 148y

Winner £1,949 - 15 ran

No.
Form
Horse
Age / Wt / OR
Jockey / Trainer
Form Snapshot

An interesting looking finale where Tg Boy and Treble Strike set a fair standard following encouraging debuts in recent weeks. That said, it would be slightly disappointing if at least one of the newcomers did not prove to be too good for them. FABRITIUS was a 40,000gns purchase as a yearling and, while it is surprising to see him making his racecourse debut in a race of this nature, he represents a yard whose sole bumper runner to date was an impressive winner over this C&D. Samburu Shujaa has to be respected given his connections and others to note are Atlantic Grey, Guiding Stars, Scottsdale and Sweeping Beauty.

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