My picks for Kempton Saturday.

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  1. Burglar: A well-related colt who showed promise in his debut at Lingfield, winning by 4 lengths despite signs of inexperience. With a Derby entry and representing a leading yard with a strong record in this race, Burglar could be a significant improver and a top contender in this event.
  2. My Lion: Showed promise in her debut at Yarmouth and then justified favoritism with a win at Windsor. Bred for longer distances, she should have more improvement in her and could be a major player in this race.
  3. Order Of Malta: A promising debut at Wolverhampton, finishing third in a novice event. With an appealing pedigree and coming off a 119-day break, he is likely to improve and has a solid chance of making an impact in this race.

14:05 Kempton Sat 1 Apr 1m2f Listed

  1. Phantom Flight: Showed significant promise when dominating a 1m2f handicap at the York Ebor meeting last summer. Despite a disappointing final start at Ayr, his stable’s strong record in preparing horses for early-season races makes him a prime candidate to bounce back and deliver at this level.
  2. Foxes Tales: A Group 3 winner in 2021, he seemed to regain form with a strong finish for third place in the Winter Derby at Lingfield (1m2f) five weeks ago. If he can build on that performance, he should be a serious contender in this race.
  3. Tyrrhenian Sea: With a solid AW record, he finished second to Lord North in the Winter Derby at Lingfield (1m2f) on his reappearance, with Foxes Tales close behind in third. Consistent and reliable, he is likely to be in contention again in this race.

14:40 Kempton Sat 1 Apr 1m Hcap

  1. Naval Commander: His last win was in November 2021, but he has shown promise with a strong performance over C&D in February. Despite a 4lb rise in weight, he remains a more appealing choice compared to many other contenders in this race.
  2. Brains: With four C&D wins under his belt, Brains has been in good form lately, finishing third in his most recent race at Wolverhampton. With William Buick booked, this 7-year-old has a strong chance in this race.
  3. Million Thanks: Coming off a close second-place finish over C&D last month, Million Thanks has demonstrated the ability to compete at this level. Despite a 3lb rise in weight, he should be a danger to others if he can build on his recent performance.

15:15 Kempton Sat 1 Apr 2m Hcap

  1. Aztec Empire: With two wins at this course already this year, including a victory over C&D last time out, Aztec Empire has shown great potential for further improvement. Despite a 6lb higher mark today, he remains a strong contender with a big chance.
  2. Duty Of Care: After a three-month break, he returned to win both of his starts at this C&D, demonstrating good form. Although he faces a 5lb rise in weight, he remains 2-2 at this trip and should not be underestimated.
  3. Aced It: A C&D winner in January, he has run well in his two subsequent starts at this course, finishing third to Aztec Empire in a recent handicap. With an unchanged mark, Aced It has a solid chance based on his recent form and should be competitive in this race.

15:50 Kempton Sat 1 Apr 6f Nov Stks

  1. Fix You: Made a strong impression on her debut with a win at Thirsk, and although she was less successful in a Listed race in France, she remains a potentially exciting prospect. The step up in trip on her return could help her get back on track and put her ahead of the competition.
  2. Due Date: Showed promise when finishing fifth at Wolverhampton after a 5-month break, still looking green but with potential for improvement. Well-bred and could progress further, making him a strong contender in this race.
  3. Grenham Bay: Demonstrated promise amidst greenness when finishing fourth at Wolverhampton after a 7-month break, having been gelded and undergoing a wind operation. With progress likely, he should be considered for a potential place in the top three.

16:25 Kempton Sat 1 Apr 6f Hcap

  1. Cuban Breeze: With five wins in 2022 and a respectable performance in a stronger race at Wolverhampton on her reappearance, she should be a strong contender in this race, especially as she drops in grade.
  2. Dora Penny: A winner of six handicaps last season, she appeared to need her return to action last month but could show improvement with Oisin Murphy on board. She should be competitive in this race.
  3. Girl Magic: A winner of two races as a 2-year-old, she makes her handicap debut at a realistic level. Although she faces more experienced competition, she has potential and could be in contention for a top three finish.

17:00 Kempton Sat 1 Apr 1m3f Hcap

  1. Lizzie Jean: A course and distance winner who impressed with a wide-margin success in a Southwell handicap. Though she didn’t fare well in her last two outings on turf, she could be worth a market check back on the AW.
  2. Simply Sondheim: With six wins from ten runs last year, Simply Sondheim is respected back in this grade. Although well-beaten when upped to 1m4f in his final outing, the trip could still be interesting, and he may have potential.
  3. Chantico: A promising individual who won a minor event at Lingfield 24 days ago. Making her handicap debut, she has to be taken seriously and could be a strong contender in this race.

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