14:00 WetherbyThu 6 Apr 2m5f Hcap Hrd

Barony Legends (IRE) made an impressive start to his hurdling career by winning a maiden hurdle at Lingfield last season. He has struggled to reproduce that form since but his recent third-place finish at Bangor was promising and the longer trip may suit him. He continues to drop down the weights and could be an each-way possibility.

Butch is a lightly raced handicap newcomer who won well on his last start at Uttoxeter over 2m4f. He should be suited by today’s extra yardage and is firmly in the calculations.

Montys Medoc (IRE) returns from a 17-month absence on his last winning mark. Although he tailed off on his final run for Paul Nicholls, his new trainer is in good form, and he could be an up-and-coming contender.

Hasty Brook (FR) ran well recently at Haydock, finishing second in a handicap hurdle. He should be fine now back up in trip and is effective on good to soft ground. He could be thereabouts again.

Icone D’Aubrelle (FR) is a French hurdle winner who has shown promise in that sphere in Britain. He ran well on his chase and handicap debut at Ffos Las in February and could improve for that run. He is a lightly raced 5-year-old who could improve further.

Hurlerontheditch (IRE) ran respectably on handicap debut recently at Haydock, finishing third of 10. He remains relatively unexposed and could be in the mix again.

Finnthemagician (IRE) won a bumper for Gordon Elliott and also showed promise over hurdles. Although he is not obviously well treated on handicap/stable debut, he is worth a market check.

Palm Beach (IRE) is a versatile ground-wise horse who won on stable debut last March. He returned to form last time out with a step back in the right direction but others may appeal more.

City Derby (IRE) won off 7lb higher last April but has not made much impact in his last three starts for his new yard and looks opposable again.

In conclusion, the top three horses with the potential to win are Butch, Montys Medoc, and Hasty Brook. Others that could be in with a chance include Barony Legends, Icone D’Aubrelle, and Hurlerontheditch. Finnthemagician is worth a market check, but Palm Beach and City Derby may struggle.

14:35 WetherbyThu 6 Apr 2m Mdn Hrd

Acoustic (IRE) is a modest type on the flat and has changed hands for a relatively low sum. Although he has been gelded ahead of his hurdle debut and wears a tongue-tie for the first time, he is probably best watched.

Annaharvey Lad (IRE) showed some ability in points and offered promise on his rules debut over C&D, but went backwards on his last start and is best watched for now.

Captain Nelson (IRE) has yet to show any ability in his four starts, including two runs over hurdles, and is very hard to fancy.

Clody Flyer (IRE) was a winner in Irish points before being sold and joining a top northern yard for his rules career. This makes him of interest and he could prove competitive, especially if he attracts market support.

Halpha Soleil (FR) is a two-time French bumper winner but has gone backwards since his UK/stable debut and was well beaten at Sedgefield last time. He will need to bounce back to be competitive.

Harper Valley (IRE) was in front when falling at the last on his debut in an Irish point, and with a pedigree that suggests he could be useful, he is interesting on his rules debut in a race that lacks depth.

Hugueneau (FR) won a British maiden point and was well beaten in his only run over hurdles at Plumpton last month. He will need to improve significantly to be competitive.

Joker Du Chenet (FR) has an appealing pedigree and is a half-brother to two French winners. If strong in the betting, he is entitled to plenty of respect on his debut.

Pats Dream (IRE) has been badly outpaced in both starts in bumpers and looks best taken on for now.

Resplendent Grey (IRE) looked like a good prospect when winning a bumper on debut and ran well under a penalty at Huntingdon next time. He must enter calculations on his hurdle debut.

Sunshine Girl (IRE) has only shown form in bumpers and was well beaten on her only run over hurdles. She will need to improve significantly to be competitive.

Super Stars (IRE) has shown some ability in his two runs over hurdles and ran well on his most recent Flat outing. He could be in the mix for a place if bumping into any above-average rivals.

You Some Girl (IRE) was a winner on debut in a bumper and ran to a similar level in her next two outings. However, she was too free when well beaten at Kelso last time, and it remains to be seen how she will fare on her hurdle debut.

Of these horses, Clody Flyer, Resplendent Grey, and Joker Du Chenet are the three that stand out as having the potential to win, with Harper Valley and Super Stars in with an outside chance.

15:10 WetherbyThu 6 Apr 2m3f Hrd

Astroman ran respectably to finish fourth in a handicap hurdle over C&D last time, but looks to have a tough task in this seller. First Class Return, a dual 3m chase winner in spring 2021, has been out of form over fences for a while now and is difficult to trust. Rob Royal hasn’t shown much this term and will need to prove he still has something to offer down in grade.

Captain Jack has been competitive in both handicap and selling company recently and is not far away from breaking his maiden tag. On The Wild Side is a bumper and hurdle winner, and although he has struggled in two handicap hurdles since returning from an absence, he has the form to be in with a chance in this company, especially with the addition of cheekpieces.

No Rematch won a claiming hurdle over 1m7f at Leicester in February, but was disappointing over fences last time out. He has the ability to be competitive in this company, but will need to have one of his good days.

Marajman was running well in both disciplines prior to his last outing, where he was beaten a distance over fences. He is in good order lately and deserves respect down in grade or back hurdling.

Based on the comments, the top three horses with potential to win are Marajman, On The Wild Side and Captain Jack. No Rematch and Astroman could also be in with a chance, while First Class Return and Rob Royal seem unlikely to win.

15:45 WetherbyThu 6 Apr 1m7f Hcap Chs

And The New (IRE) Was useful over hurdles, but has struggled in all runs this winter. Needs to turn things around and hard to recommend.

Da Vinci Hand (IRE) Struggling to find his best form and last of five runners when backed at Catterick a month ago. Well handicapped, but has enough to prove.

First Revolution (IRE) Won three times over 2m1f chases at Sedgefield last year, but finished last at Hexham on his last outing. Ground may be on the soft side for him, but has potential if he reproduces his Sedgefield form.

Greenrock Abbey (IRE) Won twice over fences this season but a bad mistake three out was no help at Stratford last time. Likely to be in the mix.

Kannapolis (IRE) Won two handicap hurdles on good ground and has shaped a little better on his last two starts in two handicaps at Sandown. Not bred for fences, but has got himself well treated.

Onesoc (IRE) Both wins have been over 2m at Southwell, and only 4lb higher than his latest win on good ground. 2m4f looked too far last time at Newcastle, but not to be discounted.

Oscars Leader (IRE) Returned to form when second of 10 in handicap chase at Bangor last time. Races off the same mark here and has strong claims.

Sao (FR) Ran well for a long way after an absence at Kelso, but never been the easiest to catch right. Could feature if coming on for that run.

Sword Of Fate (IRE) Has seven chase wins to his name but on a lengthy losing run. Would prefer further, but has each-way claims.

Overall, Oscars Leader looks a strong contender having returned to form on his last start, with Greenrock Abbey and Kannapolis also likely to be in the mix. Sao could also feature if he improves on his last run, while Onesoc and Sword Of Fate have each-way claims. The other contenders are unlikely to win based on their recent form.

16:20 WetherbyThu 6 Apr 3m Hcap Hrd

Based on the comments provided, the following horses have the potential to win or be in with a chance:

1. Fiadh: Coming off a win over C&D two weeks ago, with the same headgear retained, and with a 5lb rise, Fiadh is expected to put in another bold showing and be in the mix for the win.
2. Joanna I’m Fine: Off the mark in a handicap hurdle at Ayr last month, with her form being franked, Joanna I’m Fine is only 5lb higher and has a good chance of being competitive again.
3. Braganza Bay: Won twice this season, both times in new headgear, but lacks consistency. However, his recent form makes him hard to rule out.

Other horses that could be in with a chance are Baby Jane, who was nearly off the mark at Catterick last time and has Brian Hughes booked, and Just Jess, who won at Catterick on New Year’s Day but pulled up last time at Hexham.

Some horses are unlikely to win, such as Halfway House Lad, who is making his handicap debut after four starts and is well out of the weights, and Grand Du Nord, who has yet to offer much in handicaps.

Overall, Fiadh, Joanna I’m Fine, and Braganza Bay are the top three horses that have the potential to win this race.

16:55 WetherbyThu 6 Apr 3m Hcap Chs

The race features a competitive field of 14 runners, with several having chances. The top three horses that could potentially win the race are:

1. Hotel Du Nord – The 10-year-old has recently joined the Kieran Burke yard and showed plenty of promise when winning a veterans’ chase at Warwick on his first start for the stable. He carries a 7lb penalty for that victory, but if he reproduces that form, he should be very competitive in this race.
2. Gentleman De Mai – This horse made an encouraging start to his chase career when finishing second at Ayr in February, and the form of that race has been franked several times since. He is unexposed over fences and could be open to further improvement, making him a major player in this race.
3. Not Sure – This improving 7-year-old has won two of his last three starts, both in blinkers, and was particularly impressive when winning at Uttoxeter last time out. He steps up in trip here, but the way he finished his race last time suggests he could be suited by it. With further improvement likely, he should be firmly in the mix.

Other horses that could be in with a chance include Mad About Sally, who won on chase debut before finishing third last time out, and Tango Boy, who won a match at Catterick last time out and has a good record over this course and distance. Cosmic Outlaw and Anglers Crag both have question marks over them, having struggled recently, while Grange Ranger and Crixus’s Escape will need to find significant improvement to be competitive.

17:25 WetherbyThu 6 Apr 2m NHF

Booster Bob looks to be a solid contender for this race as he won his debut at Ayr in February and is open to improvement, despite carrying a penalty. Support Act also holds leading form claims after a good second at Kempton in February, and should be considered for the win. Il Va De Soi’s promising second place on his bumper debut at Kempton in February makes him another one to watch in this race.

Viva Valentina could also be in with a chance on debut, especially if she is strongly backed in the betting, as her pedigree and top yard suggest she could be a good runner. Molly’s Third Man is also worth considering on debut as he comes from a successful trainer who has a good record at this course. Magical Arthur’s tailed off debut performance means he is likely to need improvement, and Ballywhatsit’s early exit in his debut race makes him a risky choice. Stonegate and Telemetry are also best watched on debut, as they are untested and their pedigrees do not suggest they will be immediate contenders.

17:55 WetherbyThu 6 Apr 2m NHF

In this race, there are several horses that have shown potential, but also some uncertainties and lack of form. Here is my assessment of the top three horses that have the potential to win, along with any others that could also be in with a chance or those that are unlikely to win:

1. Light Sentence: This flat-bred gelding has shown promise in both of his runs and did well to finish second at Taunton on good to soft ground, given how keenly he raced. With an experience edge over most of his rivals, he should go close in this race.
2. Boldog: Although he was tailed off in a hood at Down Royal, he ran a lot better at Navan (heavy) when under 9 lengths behind the winner. With the tongue-tie added, his recent form is up there in this company.
3. Coco Mademoiselle: She won her Irish point easily and has since changed hands for £100,000. Trained by a yard that does well here in bumpers, she has to be of interest and could surprise.

Other horses to consider are Got Your Back, who recently changed hands for £120,000 after finishing runner-up in a 3m Irish point on yielding ground and could be interesting, and Special Rate, who showed some promise in Irish bumpers and likely to be winning races for his new yard sooner or later.

On the other hand, Air Of Approval and Topcliffe Boy offered little in their debut runs, and Tineggiori may be best watched on debut, given the lack of form and uncertainties surrounding these horses.