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Today's Forecast: Drizzle
Temperature: 5.1° - 10.9°
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Wind: 5.4 mph S
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Too keen up in class but ran to form when last of five in Winter Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) here last time; tongue-tie first time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on GS and HY; back in calmer waters and did win a bumper here on heavy.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 2f on good to soft and heavy ground. Finished 20l behind No Drama This End when last of 5 at 18-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race here over 2m 4f (soft) in December last year.
Too keen up in class but ran to form when last of five in Winter Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) here last time; tongue-tie first time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on GS and HY; back in calmer waters and did win a bumper here on heavy.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | A J Honeyball | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
Improved, scored with bit in hand on hurdles debut when winning a maiden hurdle at Wincanton by 2 1/2l last time; effective around 2m with cut; leading claims despite penalty.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 2m 4f on soft and heavy ground. A winner at 3-1 in a maiden hurdle race at Wincanton over 1m 7f (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Wolf Walker by 2 1/2l.
Improved, scored with bit in hand on hurdles debut when winning a maiden hurdle at Wincanton by 2 1/2l last time; effective around 2m with cut; leading claims despite penalty.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Deutsch | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | S Hosie | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
Travelled, weakening when unseated late in a novice hurdle at Fontwell latest; effective 2m, acts on any; needs more to get back on track.
A winner of a hurdle race at 1m 7f on heavy ground. Unseated rider when 13-8fav at Fontwell over 2m 3f (soft) in a hurdle race won by Legendary Luke earlier this month on his latest outing.
Travelled, weakening when unseated late in a novice hurdle at Fontwell latest; effective 2m, acts on any; needs more to get back on track.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Hammond | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | S Edmunds | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
100,000 euros Walk In The Park gelding; half-brother to Latitude, a fair sort up to 24f; trainer in form but riding arrangements suggests Ionian is the number one.
Half-brother to Hidden Commander, won seven times in chases between 2m 4f and 2m 7f and in a point to point race at 3m.
100,000 euros Walk In The Park gelding; half-brother to Latitude, a fair sort up to 24f; trainer in form but riding arrangements suggests Ionian is the number one.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N J Henderson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Far too keen, stopped quickly late when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Kempton last time; surely better than that and trainer in form but first-time hood needs to help him settle.
Unplaced in both NH starts. Well beaten at 10-3 behind Klub De Reve when sixth of 11 on his hurdling debut at Kempton over 2m (good) in December last year. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
Far too keen, stopped quickly late when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Kempton last time; surely better than that and trainer in form but first-time hood needs to help him settle.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | N de Boinville | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | N J Henderson | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved when second, beaten 8l, in a juvenile hurdle at Cork latest. Off a short break, is effective at 2m1f on yielding to soft, and may have more to come on stable debut.
Placed in a hurdle race from two starts. Beaten 8l by Minella Academy when second of 12 at 100-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Cork over 2m 1f (yielding - soft) in November last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Denis Gerard Hogan in Ireland.
Improved when second, beaten 8l, in a juvenile hurdle at Cork latest. Off a short break, is effective at 2m1f on yielding to soft, and may have more to come on stable debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Atkins | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M Keighley | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Ionian may fare better than he did at Kempton on Boxing Day now fitted with a first-time hood, but is possibly best watched for now and CRACKERJACQUE makes more sense. No match for No Drama This End in a Grade 2 here last time, Anthony Honeyball's charge should find this easier and he has Sam Twiston-Davies back in the saddle. The Cistercian and Sinchi Roca are also considered.
Sinchi Roca improved on his already decent bumper form to make a winning hurdles debut at Wincanton two weeks ago and it would be no surprise to see him follow up, but CRACKERJACQUE looks well worth giving another chance to tried in a first-time tongue-tie. He won well on his hurdles debut before racing too keenly and finishing last of five in the Grade 2 Winter Novice Hurdle behind No Drama This End here last time. Dropping to 2m will suit him well and the going won't be an issue with him having won a bumper here on heavy last season. Ionian is surely better than his Kempton debut suggests and perhaps a first-time hood will assist him in settling.
Ran to form with a good attitude when winning a maiden hurdle at Lingfield by a neck last time. Trainer is in form and he is effective at 2m. Further progress is likely and this longer trip may suit on handicap debut.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. A winner at 9-4 in a maiden hurdle race at Lingfield over 2m (good to soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Cinquenta by a neck.
Ran to form with a good attitude when winning a maiden hurdle at Lingfield by a neck last time. Trainer is in form and he is effective at 2m. Further progress is likely and this longer trip may suit on handicap debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss H C Knight | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
Every chance when running to form, beaten 12l into third in a novice hurdle at Chepstow last time. Effective at 2m and a bumper winner, but needs more now handicapping.
A winner of a NH flat race at 1m 7f on good ground. Third of 11 behind Mossy Fen Road beaten 12l at 7-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 2m (good to soft) in December last year.
Every chance when running to form, beaten 12l into third in a novice hurdle at Chepstow last time. Effective at 2m and a bumper winner, but needs more now handicapping.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J Tizzard | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% |
Did it readily when running to form on stable debut, winning a maiden hurdle at Ffos Las by 2l last time. Returning from a break and effective over 2m2f-2m5f, with more to come for this yard.
A winner at 11-4 in a maiden hurdle race at Ffos Las over 2m 4f (good) on his latest outing in October last year, beating Minella Apprentice by 1 3/4l.
Did it readily when running to form on stable debut, winning a maiden hurdle at Ffos Las by 2l last time. Returning from a break and effective over 2m2f-2m5f, with more to come for this yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Tim Vaughan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Bit below form when eighth, beaten 14l off 106 last time, and runs off the same mark here. Tongue-tie is applied for the first time and he is effective at 2m-2m2f, but others are preferred.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 2f on soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Queenie St Clair at 7-2 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wincanton over 1m 7f (good to soft) in December last year. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Bit below form when eighth, beaten 14l off 106 last time, and runs off the same mark here. Tongue-tie is applied for the first time and he is effective at 2m-2m2f, but others are preferred.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Lorcan Williams | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| T | J Scott | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
Ran to form but did not get home on deep ground when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Ffos Las last time. Effective around 2m-2m5f, though the ground is again a concern.
Placed in a hurdle race from seven starts. Finished 12l behind Fresh Speculation when fifth of 10 at 11-2 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Ffos Las over 2m 4f (heavy) earlier this month.
Ran to form but did not get home on deep ground when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Ffos Las last time. Effective around 2m-2m5f, though the ground is again a concern.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Harry Atkins | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | M Keighley | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Did it cosily and improved again when landing a handicap by 12l off a 13lb lower mark at Lingfield last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m2f and hugely progressive, he may defy his new mark despite a rise in grade.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m 3f to 3m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 1-3fav at Lingfield over 2m 3f (soft) earlier this month, beating Inion Tiogair by 12l. Has won 3 times this season.
Did it cosily and improved again when landing a handicap by 12l off a 13lb lower mark at Lingfield last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m2f and hugely progressive, he may defy his new mark despite a rise in grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 0 | 37.5% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 3 | 0 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Nick Scholfield | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
BOLLIN THOU won as odds suggested at Lingfield last time out and, although this is tougher, the progressive hurdler is taken to go in again on ground which clearly suits. Calme Olympien got off the mark at Ffos Las and has been freshened up, but the main danger is Precious Metal, who is a Listed bumper winner and makes his handicap bow off a possible workable rating.
This is a competitive little race. Stamina is sure to be at a premium and that may suit BOLLIN THOU ideally given he was a winner over almost 3m2f earlier in January. He's up 13lb in his bid for a four-timer, and is also up in class, but still receives weight from all and shouldn't have any issue with the ground conditions. Tennessee Tango is a likely improver now handicapping over a longer trip, having shaped promising in qualifying runs, while Precious Metal certainly shaped as though this trip would suit when getting up late to win a maiden hurdle at Lingfield last time.
Ran to form when beaten 2l off a 1lb lower mark at Exeter last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m1f on soft and good to soft, unexposed over fences, consistent, and a drop in trip should be fine.
He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m on soft ground. Beaten 2l by Silver Thorn when second of 6 at 3-1jt-fav on his latest outing in a chase at Exeter over 3m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Ran to form when beaten 2l off a 1lb lower mark at Exeter last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m1f on soft and good to soft, unexposed over fences, consistent, and a drop in trip should be fine.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 2 | 7 | 15.4% | |
| Chase | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 2 | 7 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R Patrick | 9 | 1 | 5 | 11.1% |
| T | C Boultbee-Brooks | 12 | 2 | 6 | 16.7% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Improved, needed every yard of trip when landing a handicap by a nose off a 7lb lower mark at Hereford last time; effective 2m-2m6f, acts on Hy and GS; interesting prospect; respected under penalty, with this longer trip a plus.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m and 2m 1f on soft and heavy ground. A winner at 9-2 in a chase at Hereford over 2m (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Hors Jeu by a nose. Carries a 7lb penalty today for that success.
Improved, needed every yard of trip when landing a handicap by a nose off a 7lb lower mark at Hereford last time; effective 2m-2m6f, acts on Hy and GS; interesting prospect; respected under penalty, with this longer trip a plus.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 2 | 5 | 15.4% | |
| Chase | 7 | 1 | 4 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 2 | 5 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P F Nicholls | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
Ran to form on chase debut when second, beaten 4 1/4l off 116 last time and 2lb higher here. Effective at around 2m4f on heavy and good, with more to come over fences.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 4 1/2l by Rodney when second of 11 at 6-1 on his chase debut at Hereford over 2m 5f (soft) earlier this month.
Ran to form on chase debut when second, beaten 4 1/4l off 116 last time and 2lb higher here. Effective at around 2m4f on heavy and good, with more to come over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 3 | 3 | 23.1% | |
| Chase | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 3 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 3 | 5 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jonjo O'Neill Jr. | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% |
| T | Jonjo & A J O'Neill | 15 | 3 | 5 | 20% |
Ran to form when 12l third in a handicap chase at Windsor most recent run; tongue-tie first time; effective 2m-2m2f, acts on soft and good; consistent but needs more.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good ground. Third of 4 behind Koukeo beaten 12l at 4-7fav on his latest outing in a chase at Windsor over 2m (good) earlier this month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Ran to form when 12l third in a handicap chase at Windsor most recent run; tongue-tie first time; effective 2m-2m2f, acts on soft and good; consistent but needs more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 5 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Harry Derham | 7 | 1 | 4 | 14.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Outpaced, returned to form but looked in need of stiffer test beaten 3 1/4l off this mark at Exeter last time; effective 2m2f-2m6f, acts on S and G; consistent and step back up in trip a plus.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 3f and 3m on soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 11 behind Bonza Boy beaten 3 1/2l at 10-3 on his latest outing in a chase at Exeter over 2m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Outpaced, returned to form but looked in need of stiffer test beaten 3 1/4l off this mark at Exeter last time; effective 2m2f-2m6f, acts on S and G; consistent and step back up in trip a plus.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% | |
| Chase | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Ben Clarke | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% |
Below form when fourth, beaten 34l, in a handicap chase at Lingfield latest. Off a short break; effective over 2m1f-2m6f and suited by cut, a chase winner in France, though this mark may be stiff enough.
A winner of a chase at 2m 6f on soft ground. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Noble Park when fourth of 6 on his latest outing in a chase at Lingfield over 2m 4f (good) in November last year.
Below form when fourth, beaten 34l, in a handicap chase at Lingfield latest. Off a short break; effective over 2m1f-2m6f and suited by cut, a chase winner in France, though this mark may be stiff enough.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Freddie Mitchell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G & J Moore | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Scored by 1 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Lingfield on his penultimate start but was never travelling when pulled up in a handicap chase latest. Effective over 2m-2m4f on soft and good; could bounce back in blinkers.
He has won two chases and a point-to-point at 2m 4f on good ground. Pulled up 2 out when 9-4fav at Wincanton over 2m 4f (good to soft) in a chase won by Begin The Luck in December last year on his latest outing. Has won at Lingfield and Huntingdon this season.
Scored by 1 1/4l off a 6lb lower mark at Lingfield on his penultimate start but was never travelling when pulled up in a handicap chase latest. Effective over 2m-2m4f on soft and good; could bounce back in blinkers.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Chase | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (B only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | G & J Moore | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Soldierofthestorm and Rip Wheeler must be considered closely here, the latter especially as he's won two of his last three starts and now tries first-time blinkers. Just a tentative vote is for NORN IRON, who stretches out in distance for this assignment and could improve significantly on what he's achieved in two starts over fences so far at Warwick and Windsor.
Rip Wheeler could easily return to form tried in blinkers, with his stable always commanding utmost respect here, but NORN IRON appeals more. Although a little underwhelming at Windsor last time, he seemed to find hings happening too quickly on the dry ground and getting back on a deeper surface over a longer trip could unlock improvment, with a tongue-tie also added. Soldierofthestorm should improve on his chase debut, when second at Hereford, but a bigger threat may come from Mon Champion, who lookd to be crying out for this trip when up late to win last time. Almost all of his penalty is offset by his rider's claim.
Made too much use of when fourth, beaten 8 1/2l, in a handicap chase at Wetherby latest. Enjoys making it and is effective at 2m. Not the horse he was, but his mark looks competitive now.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 1m 5f to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to heavy, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 9l behind Traprain Law when fourth of 6 at 22-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Wetherby over 1m 7f (soft) in December last year.
Made too much use of when fourth, beaten 8 1/2l, in a handicap chase at Wetherby latest. Enjoys making it and is effective at 2m. Not the horse he was, but his mark looks competitive now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 4 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Chase | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 3 | 2 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 5 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Theo Gillard | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | D McCain Jnr | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Won this last year; never jumped or travelled but plugged on when fourth beaten 19l in a handicap chase at Cheltenham latest; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m4f, likes plenty of cut; can race lazily but on same mark as 12 months ago.
Winner of a hurdle race, four chases and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 19l behind David's Well when fourth of 7 at 7-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m (good to soft) in December last year.
Won this last year; never jumped or travelled but plugged on when fourth beaten 19l in a handicap chase at Cheltenham latest; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m4f, likes plenty of cut; can race lazily but on same mark as 12 months ago.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 22 | 5 | 8 | 22.7% | |
| Chase | 17 | 4 | 4 | 23.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| C | Course | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 4 | 6 | 21.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | O Murphy | 23 | 5 | 8 | 21.7% |
Made mistakes and was never threatened when finishing down the field in the December Gold Cup Handicap Chase at Cheltenham most recently. Effective at 2m-2m4f and suited by good ground. Back on a workable mark but has been inconsistent of late.
Winner of two hurdle races and five chases from 2m 1f to 2m 4f on good and heavy ground. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Glengouly when 9th of 10 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) in December last year.
Made mistakes and was never threatened when finishing down the field in the December Gold Cup Handicap Chase at Cheltenham most recently. Effective at 2m-2m4f and suited by good ground. Back on a workable mark but has been inconsistent of late.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 35 | 7 | 6 | 20% | |
| Chase | 19 | 5 | 3 | 26.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 24 | 3 | 6 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 15 | 5 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 9 | 1 | 0 | 11.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Deutsch | 18 | 4 | 2 | 22.2% |
| T | Miss V Williams | 22 | 5 | 3 | 22.7% |
Reported to have bled when fourth, beaten 19l, in the Noel Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Ascot latest. Effective at 2m-2m4f and acts on GS and G. Drops in trip on deep ground.
He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m 2f to 2m 6f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 20l behind Steel Ally when fourth of 5 at 5-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 Howden Noel Novices' Chase at Ascot over 2m 3f (soft) in December last year.
Reported to have bled when fourth, beaten 19l, in the Noel Novices' Chase (Grade 2) at Ascot latest. Effective at 2m-2m4f and acts on GS and G. Drops in trip on deep ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 4 | 1 | 44.4% | |
| Chase | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Cannon | 9 | 4 | 1 | 44.4% |
| T | L Wadham | 12 | 4 | 2 | 33.3% |
Ran to form when doing plenty early and setting it up for the closer when second, beaten 1 1/4l, off 130 last time. Raised 3lb here. Effective at 2m and acts with cut. Revised mark will demand more.
Winner of a hurdle race, five chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Beaten 1 1/4l by Koukeo when second of 10 at 5-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Haydock over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Ran to form when doing plenty early and setting it up for the closer when second, beaten 1 1/4l, off 130 last time. Raised 3lb here. Effective at 2m and acts with cut. Revised mark will demand more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 22 | 6 | 7 | 27.3% | |
| Chase | 19 | 5 | 5 | 26.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 6 | 6 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 11 | 4 | 5 | 36.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Harry Derham | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% |
Made too much use of when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Haydock last time; enjoys making it; effective 2m, suited by plenty of cut; stiff mark.
Winner of five hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 1f on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Koukeo when sixth of 10 on his latest outing in a chase at Haydock over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Made too much use of when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Haydock last time; enjoys making it; effective 2m, suited by plenty of cut; stiff mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 7 | 4 | 38.9% | |
| Chase | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 7 | 4 | 38.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Luke Scott | 9 | 4 | 1 | 44.4% |
| T | J Candlish | 18 | 7 | 4 | 38.9% |
Back below last winning mark, returned to form in first-time blinkers at favoured venue when second beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap chase here latest; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on S and G; can go well.
Winner of two hurdle races and four chases from 1m 7f to 2m 4f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 4 1/2l by Vanderpoel when second of 5 at 6-1 on his latest outing in a chase over this course and distance (good) earlier this month.
Back below last winning mark, returned to form in first-time blinkers at favoured venue when second beaten 4 1/4l in a handicap chase here latest; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on S and G; can go well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 28 | 6 | 7 | 21.4% | |
| Chase | 19 | 4 | 4 | 21.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 6 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 13 | 1 | 4 | 7.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
| T | G & J Moore | 27 | 6 | 7 | 22.2% |
Returned to form when beaten 3 1/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Exeter last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f with cut. Looks to have found his level and can go well.
He has won a hurdle race, a chase and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Followcato when second of 10 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Exeter over 2m 3f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Returned to form when beaten 3 1/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Exeter last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f with cut. Looks to have found his level and can go well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 2 | 3 | 18.2% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Hogan | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | F O'Brien | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
Returned to form in first time cheekpieces benefitting from pace collapse 5l third in a handicap chase at Windsor most recent run; usually held up; suited by 2m with cut; can go well.
Winner of two hurdle races and four chases at 2m on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 6 behind Highlands Legacy beaten 5l at 40-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Windsor over 2m (soft) earlier this month.
Returned to form in first time cheekpieces benefitting from pace collapse 5l third in a handicap chase at Windsor most recent run; usually held up; suited by 2m with cut; can go well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 35 | 6 | 7 | 17.1% | |
| Chase | 25 | 4 | 4 | 16% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 32 | 7 | 8 | 21.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 7.7% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 15 | 1 | 3 | 6.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Conor Ring | 13 | 1 | 2 | 7.7% |
| T | Evan Williams | 27 | 4 | 4 | 14.8% |
Travelled, flattened out, bit below form 9 1/2l third in a handicap chase at Newbury most recent run; effective 2m, acts on S and GS; running into form this term, good Newbury record.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases at 2m on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 6 behind Old Cowboy beaten 10l at 7-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Newbury over 2m (good) in December last year.
Travelled, flattened out, bit below form 9 1/2l third in a handicap chase at Newbury most recent run; effective 2m, acts on S and GS; running into form this term, good Newbury record.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 4 | 1 | 30.8% | |
| Chase | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 4 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Cheek Pieces | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | S Drinkwater | 13 | 4 | 1 | 30.8% |
Made too much use of when a bit below form at Taunton latest. Effective at 2m, but the ground is a concern here.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m on good and soft - heavy ground. Third of 7 behind Jaipaletemps beaten 13l at 11-4fav on his latest outing in a chase at Taunton over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month.
Made too much use of when a bit below form at Taunton latest. Effective at 2m, but the ground is a concern here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 20 | 2 | 4 | 10% | |
| Chase | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 4 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 25 | 5 | 3 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Taylor Fisher | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| T | J Tickle | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Jax Junior has to be respected on his handicap debut following a wind operation since his last appearance. That said, a chance can be taken on GUNSIGHT RIDGE, who has not been at his best of late but that means that he arrives here on the same mark as when successful in this contest 12 months ago. The consistent Escapeandevade edges out Dr T J Eckleburg and Kotmask to be best of the rest.
Plenty of these have questions to answer so the safest bet might be last year's winner GUNSIGHT RIDGE, who is back down to the same mark as when winning 12 months ago. The ground on that occasion also happened to be heavy and, although the 11yo hasn't been in brilliant form of late, he would have found 2m on good ground at Cheltenham last time against him. Dr T J Eckleburg, runner-up last year, showed more tried in cheekpieces at Wincanton last time and he's on a fair mark if building on that, so rates the danger once again, with Kotmask of interest were it not for ground concerns. Jax Junior certainly has the ability to be on a really good mark but he bled last time and the ground may not be for him either.
Travelled, jumped boldly, improved up in trip at sharp track, stamina just held out under aggressive ride when winning Kauto Star Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Kempton by 3l last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-3m, acts on any; high-class novice and no issue with drop in trip.
Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase when 13-8fav in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Kauto Star Novices' Chase at Kempton over 3m (good) in December last year, beating Thomas Mor by 2 3/4l.
Travelled, jumped boldly, improved up in trip at sharp track, stamina just held out under aggressive ride when winning Kauto Star Novices' Chase (Grade 1) at Kempton by 3l last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-3m, acts on any; high-class novice and no issue with drop in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 5 | 1 | 55.6% | |
| Chase | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 6 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% |
Improved up in trip under a positive ride, jumping much better when winning a novice chase at Cheltenham by 4l last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f and best on a sound surface, but ground is a major worry here.
He has won two hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 2m 5f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 13-2 in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Regent's Stroll by 4l.
Improved up in trip under a positive ride, jumping much better when winning a novice chase at Cheltenham by 4l last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f and best on a sound surface, but ground is a major worry here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Chase | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie Hammond | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
| T | S Edmunds | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
Did it readily, improving under a positive ride when winning a novice chase at Cheltenham by 13l last time, with better jumping proving decisive. Enjoys making it, is best around 2m4f, acts on soft and good ground, and is well worth this step up in grade.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. A winner at 2-1 in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Califet En Vol by 13l. Has also won at Ayr this season.
Did it readily, improving under a positive ride when winning a novice chase at Cheltenham by 13l last time, with better jumping proving decisive. Enjoys making it, is best around 2m4f, acts on soft and good ground, and is well worth this step up in grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 5 | 1 | 71.4% | |
| Chase | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 6 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 7 | 5 | 1 | 71.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Kielan Woods | 8 | 5 | 1 | 62.5% |
| T | F O'Brien | 7 | 5 | 1 | 71.4% |
Did it cosily, improved from debut, fitness told when winning Order Of St George Mares Novice Chase (Grade 2) at Cork by 16l last time; effective 2m-2m4fm, acts on any ground; classy mare progressing over fences who has been aimed at this.
Winner of four hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. A winner at 11-4 in a chase at Cork over 2m 1f (soft) on her latest outing in December last year, beating Kargese by 16l.
Did it cosily, improved from debut, fitness told when winning Order Of St George Mares Novice Chase (Grade 2) at Cork by 16l last time; effective 2m-2m4fm, acts on any ground; classy mare progressing over fences who has been aimed at this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 6 | 3 | 50% | |
| Chase | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 5 | 3 | 45.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 6 | 3 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G Elliott | 11 | 5 | 3 | 45.5% |
KITZBUHEL created a very big impression when winning well in the Kauto Star at Kempton on Boxing Day and Willie Mullins' gelding is hard to oppose on the back of that performance. The main danger looks to be Kala Conti, who has won both of her starts over fences easily and receives a useful 7lb allowance. However, neither of Miami Magic or Sixmilebridge should be discounted but the latter is arguably the pick of that pair.
Just the four runners but a fascinating edition of this Grade 1 novice due to the strong representation from Ireland. Gordon Elliott's mare Kala Conti is 2-2 over fences and was particularly impressive in disposing of Kargesse at Cork last time. She's been aimed at the race and is receiving 7lb, so a big run seems assured, but the manner in which KITZBUHEL flew around Kempton under a positive ride to win the Kauto Star over 3m was striking and similar tactics at often rewarded at Sandown. That form has been nicely boosted, with subsequent wins by the third and fourth, and he won't have any issue with the drop in trip on deeper ground. Sixmilebridge is unbeaten over fences himself and certainly not out of this for Fergal O'Brien, having been impressive in disposing of inferior rivals at Cheltenham last time.
Had too much to do when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m on soft and good ground; progressive last term but needs to get back on track.
Winner of six hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 16l behind King Of The Lake when sixth of 10 at 9-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
Had too much to do when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Chepstow last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m on soft and good ground; progressive last term but needs to get back on track.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 6 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 18 | 6 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 16 | 6 | 4 | 37.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Sutton | 15 | 6 | 4 | 40% |
| T | O Murphy | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Won this race last year but pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter on latest start. Returning from a long layoff; enjoys making it and is effective over 2m4f-2m7f with cut.
Winner of four hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Pulled up at the last when 8-1 at Uttoxeter over 2m 7f (good to soft) in a hurdle race won by Red Risk in March last year on his latest outing.
Won this race last year but pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter on latest start. Returning from a long layoff; enjoys making it and is effective over 2m4f-2m7f with cut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 4 | 2 | 44.4% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 4 | 2 | 44.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 5 | 2 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jonjo O'Neill Jr. | 9 | 4 | 2 | 44.4% |
| T | Jonjo & A J O'Neill | 9 | 4 | 2 | 44.4% |
Improved down in grade when landing a handicap hurdle by 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Cheltenham last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m on soft and good ground but possibly now on a stiff mark.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. A winner at 15-2 in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 3m (good to soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Lihyan by 1/2l.
Improved down in grade when landing a handicap hurdle by 1/2l off a 5lb lower mark at Cheltenham last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m on soft and good ground but possibly now on a stiff mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 4 | 3 | 36.4% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 4 | 3 | 36.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 4 | 4 | 30.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Liam Harrison | 10 | 4 | 2 | 40% |
| T | R L Llewellyn | 13 | 4 | 4 | 30.8% |
Returned to form when beaten a short-head off a 1lb lower mark here last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m on any ground, loves Sandown, and a step back up in trip should suit.
He has won two hurdle races and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten a short head by Range when second of 10 at 7-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (good) earlier this month.
Returned to form when beaten a short-head off a 1lb lower mark here last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m on any ground, loves Sandown, and a step back up in trip should suit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 2 | 4 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| C | Course | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 4 | 4 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 11 | 2 | 4 | 18.2% |
| T | P F Nicholls | 15 | 4 | 4 | 26.7% |
Made too much use of and ran a big race when third at Carlisle last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m on soft and good to soft ground and remains on a fair mark.
He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 6 behind Nab Wood beaten 3 1/2l at 3-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Carlisle over 3m 1f (soft) in December last year.
Made too much use of and ran a big race when third at Carlisle last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m on soft and good to soft ground and remains on a fair mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G Sheehan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | O Murphy | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
Made too much use of, looked awkward and did not handle the track when 11th beaten 50l off 128 last time. Same mark here and has a chance on his penultimate form.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 4-1 behind Listentoyourheart when 11th of 12 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Windsor over 2m 4f (good) earlier this month.
Made too much use of, looked awkward and did not handle the track when 11th beaten 50l off 128 last time. Same mark here and has a chance on his penultimate form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 2 | 4 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J Tizzard | 10 | 2 | 4 | 20% |
Outpaced but flew home and had too much to do when beaten 2l off a 4lb higher mark here last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m on any ground and of interest back hurdling.
Winner of two hurdle races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy, but last win was over three years ago. Third of 9 behind Nocte Volatus beaten 1 1/2l at 11-1 on his latest outing in a chase here over 3m (good).
Outpaced but flew home and had too much to do when beaten 2l off a 4lb higher mark here last time. Effective over 2m4f-3m on any ground and of interest back hurdling.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 28 | 4 | 5 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 13 | 2 | 3 | 15.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 21 | 3 | 5 | 14.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 16 | 2 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Bowen | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Nick Scholfield | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Ran to form up in trip when beaten 5l in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time. Effective around 2m4f-3m on soft and good ground but needs more at this level.
He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on good and good to soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 5l behind Go To War when fifth of 15 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Windsor over 3m (soft) earlier this month.
Ran to form up in trip when beaten 5l in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time. Effective around 2m4f-3m on soft and good ground but needs more at this level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 2 | 0 | 18.2% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 2 | 0 | 18.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Isabel Williams | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Evan Williams | 11 | 2 | 0 | 18.2% |
Outpaced before rallying gamely when back to form landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb higher mark at Cheltenham last time. Enjoys making it but stamina to prove back hurdling.
Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 1m 7f to 2m 5f on good to soft and soft ground. A winner at 12-1 in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) on her latest outing in December last year, beating Theonewedreamof by 1/2l.
Outpaced before rallying gamely when back to form landing a handicap by 1/2l off a 3lb higher mark at Cheltenham last time. Enjoys making it but stamina to prove back hurdling.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 5 | 3 | 35.7% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 5 | 4 | 31.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | H D Daly | 14 | 5 | 3 | 35.7% |
Outpaced and unsuited by the way the race developed when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time. Effective over 3m+ on any ground and generally consistent.
Winner of four hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m 2f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 13l behind Go To War at 25-1 when seventh of 15 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Windsor over 3m (soft) earlier this month.
Outpaced and unsuited by the way the race developed when well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Windsor last time. Effective over 3m+ on any ground and generally consistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 4 | 6 | 19.1% | |
| Hurdle | 21 | 4 | 6 | 19.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Benjamin Macey | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | S Drinkwater | 23 | 5 | 6 | 21.7% |
Never travelling when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon last time. Cheekpieces are tried for the first time; effective around 2m4f on heavy and soft ground but needs to bounce back.
He has won two hurdle races and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 6f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 19l behind Ace Of Spades when fifth of 6 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Huntingdon over 3m 1f (soft) earlier this month.
Never travelling when comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Huntingdon last time. Cheekpieces are tried for the first time; effective around 2m4f on heavy and soft ground but needs to bounce back.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 4 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ned Fox | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Miss V Williams | 9 | 4 | 1 | 44.4% |
After being outpaced before the last, Henri The Second did well to stay on strongly to just be touched off over 2m4f here last time and he will appreciate this step back up in trip. However, PARTY VIBES hit the line powerfully when victorious over an extended 2m4f at Cheltenham and could improve for this step up in distance. Provided Henry Daly's mare is as effective against the boys, she could prove hard to beat. Roaring Conquest completes the shortlist.
The veteran Gabbys Cross remains fairly treated and could easily have a say back over hurdles, having finished his race off strongly over fences here last time. This may be best left to HENRI THE SECOND, though, the Paul Nicholls-trained 9yo being something of a course specialist. He ran well over an inadequate trip here last time and won't have any issue with getting back on some deeper ground. Hartington stands a good chance on the form of his Haydock run two starts back, but needs to leave behind a modest run at Windsor last time. Roaring Conquest can't be ruled out either, having been made too much use of last time.
Beaten a short-head off a 3lb lower mark at Aintree last time; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 3m2f+, needs plenty of cut; hugely progressive thorough stayer will need to make this a test down in trip.
Winner of a hurdle race, four chases and a point-to-point from 3m to 4m 2f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Beaten a short head by Twig when second of 13 at 9-2fav on his latest outing in a chase at Aintree over 3m 2f (soft) in December last year.
Beaten a short-head off a 3lb lower mark at Aintree last time; enjoys making it; off a short-break; effective 3m2f+, needs plenty of cut; hugely progressive thorough stayer will need to make this a test down in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 5 | 2 | 41.7% | |
| Chase | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 5 | 2 | 41.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Tudor | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% |
| T | Mrs Sara V Bradstock | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Cheltenham on his latest start. Returns from a short break and has since undergone a wind operation. Suited by marathon trips with plenty of give, but has little form to speak of in the past two years.
Winner of two hurdle races and five chases from 2m 2f to 3m 7f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up at the last when 18-1 at Cheltenham over 3m 3f (soft) in a chase won by Marble Sands in November last year on his latest outing.
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Cheltenham on his latest start. Returns from a short break and has since undergone a wind operation. Suited by marathon trips with plenty of give, but has little form to speak of in the past two years.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 25 | 7 | 3 | 28% | |
| Chase | 19 | 5 | 1 | 26.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 7 | 3 | 35% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Caoilin Quinn | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| T | G & J Moore | 24 | 7 | 2 | 29.2% |
Never jumped or travelled, race may have come a bit soon down the field in Silver Cup Handicap Chase at Ascot most recent; effective 2m4f-3m2f, acts on S and G; inconsistent and has jumping issues but is capable.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 3f and 3m on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 3-1fav behind Deep Cave when 9th of 12 on his latest outing in a chase at Ascot over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.
Never jumped or travelled, race may have come a bit soon down the field in Silver Cup Handicap Chase at Ascot most recent; effective 2m4f-3m2f, acts on S and G; inconsistent and has jumping issues but is capable.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 2 | 5 | 13.3% | |
| Chase | 10 | 1 | 2 | 10% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 1 | 6 | 8.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Jones | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| T | B Pauling | 18 | 2 | 7 | 11.1% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Outpaced, returned to form back from lay off beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap chase here last time; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any; below last winning mark, could build on reappearance revival.
Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 2m 3f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 7l behind Nocte Volatus when fifth of 9 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a chase over this course and distance (good).
Outpaced, returned to form back from lay off beaten 7 1/4l in a handicap chase here last time; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on any; below last winning mark, could build on reappearance revival.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 5 | 2 | 26.3% | |
| Chase | 12 | 3 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 9 | 2 | 0 | 22.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 5 | 2 | 29.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 9 | 3 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 9 | 1 | 0 | 11.1% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sam Twiston-Davies | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | A J Honeyball | 12 | 3 | 1 | 25% |
Improved back up in trip and down in class landing a handicap by 3l off a 4lb lower mark at Aintree last time; effective 3m-3m5f, acts on S and GS; may have more to offer as a stayer this term.
Winner of two hurdle races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 15-8fav at Aintree over 3m 1f (good to soft) in December last year, beating Kelce by 3l.
Improved back up in trip and down in class landing a handicap by 3l off a 4lb lower mark at Aintree last time; effective 3m-3m5f, acts on S and GS; may have more to offer as a stayer this term.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 4 | 3 | 36.4% | |
| Chase | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 4 | 3 | 36.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Jonjo & A J O'Neill | 11 | 4 | 3 | 36.4% |
Didn't get home on deep ground 12l third in a handicap chase at Ffos Las most recent run; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by cut; needs more.
Winner of five chases from 2m 1f to 2m 7f on soft and heavy ground. Third of 8 behind Itseemslikeit beaten 12l at 10-3 on his latest outing in a chase at Ffos Las over 3m (heavy) earlier this month. Runs from 3lb out of handicap.
Didn't get home on deep ground 12l third in a handicap chase at Ffos Las most recent run; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by cut; needs more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 5 | 5 | 26.3% | |
| Chase | 15 | 5 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 5 | 6 | 23.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 22 | 5 | 6 | 22.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss Lucy Turner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Miss V Williams | 22 | 5 | 6 | 22.7% |
Despite failing to complete the four-timer, Mr Vango was far from disgraced when only beaten a short-head into second in the Becher at Aintree and his chance is there for all to see. However, FORTUNATE MAN was a convincing winner at the same venue on Boxing Day and could have a lot more in the locker. A 5lb rise might underestimate the manner of that success and he looks the one to beat. Pic Roc may also have a say.
Pic Roc isn't the most consistent but still gives the impression there's a decent prize in him when things fall right. Whether that's today on heavy groiund remains to be seen There's also a small doubt as to whether Mr Vango will have the pace for this despite the ground set to be testing - he hasn't raced over a trip shortr than 3m2f in two years. He's 3lb higher than when just held in the Becher and has some big spring Nationals on his agenda. Let's side with FORTUNATE MAN, who won well on his reappearance at Aintree when looking like a young stayer with more to offer this season. He's receiving 26lb from Mr Vango.
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