Fri 30th Jun 2023
1.55 Cartmel (14 runners)
Cartmel Races Amateur Jockeys Handicap Hurdle
2m1f

Based on the provided ratings, comments, and instructions, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest rating:

1. Zamond (FR)

• Rating: 442.7

1. Prime Time Lady

• Rating: 368.6

1. Demi Sang (FR)

• Rating: 359.1

1. Calevade (IRE)

• Rating: 342.1

1. Palm Beach (IRE)

• Rating: 299.1

1. Rhodia (IRE)

• Rating: 276.8

1. Cuzco Du Mathan (FR)

• Rating: 258.2

1. Iolani (GER)

• Rating: 253.0

1. For Three (IRE)

• Rating: 242.8

1. Wicklow Flyer (IRE)
   • Rating: 232.2
2. A Cheap Thrill (IRE)
   • Rating: 189.6
3. Wee Jerry (IRE)
   • Rating: 180.6
4. Mi Sueno (IRE)
   • Rating: 179.9
5. Ardview Boy (IRE)
   • Rating: 169.8

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner:

• Palm Beach (IRE): Hasn’t shown signs of improvement and didn’t perform well in the last outing.
• Wicklow Flyer (IRE): Hasn’t performed well since winning a claimer and hasn’t shown much since joining new connections.
• Zamond (FR): Successful over C&D and finished second in a Class 2 handicap. Leading contender with a top jockey booked.
• Demi Sang (FR): Scored twice for the current yard but hasn’t reached the same level in recent C&D starts. Given a chance by the handicapper and could be a threat if the yard change has a positive effect.
• Prime Time Lady: Improved when winning twice over hurdles, including over this C&D. Showed good effort when hitting the crossbar at Warwick. On an attractive mark and should be considered.
• A Cheap Thrill (IRE): Yet to be placed or win in 14 starts. Hard to warm to based on previous racecourse exploits.
• Cuzco Du Mathan (FR): Fairly useful hurdler/chaser in France but hasn’t shown much in recent appearances for the current yard.
• Rhodia (IRE): Shown signs of ability in bumpers and novice hurdles. Improvement may be forthcoming in a handicap.
• Calevade (IRE): Stepped up on previous efforts when winning a C&D selling handicap. More on the plate now but could offer more as a hurdler.
• Iolani (GER): Failed to perform well in recent starts in this sphere. Others are preferred.
• Wee Jerry (IRE): Produced a better effort when fifth recently but would need a significant improvement to win here.
• For Three (IRE): Successful twice in 2021 but not in the same form in the last outing. Others have more appeal.
• Mi Sueno (IRE): Showed some improvement in the last outing but still falls short of the required level for this race.
• Ardview Boy (IRE): Hard to make a case for this longstanding maiden/veteran.

Based on the analysis, the runner with the highest rating and positive comments is Zamond (FR). Therefore, Zamond would be the recommended selection for this race.

2.30 Cartmel (8 runners)
Cark Manor Handicap Chase
3m1½f

Based on the provided ratings, comments, and instructions, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest rating:

1. Dee Star (IRE)

• Rating: 529.6

1. Breaking The Ice (IRE)

• Rating: 416.7

1. Zumbi (GER)

• Rating: 396.7

1. Grange Ranger (IRE)

• Rating: 374.7

1. Jony Max (IRE)

• Rating: 333.6

1. Western Run (IRE)

• Rating: 314.0

1. Jelski (GER)

• Rating: 307.4

1. Diegos Way (IRE)

• Rating: 285.0

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner:

• Western Run (IRE): Point winner earlier in the year and down in class. May not be as strong as before but could still be a factor.
• Dee Star (IRE): Has a strong record at this track and comes into this race in top form, winning a veterans’ handicap chase impressively. Obvious chance despite a career-high mark.
• Jony Max (IRE): Admirably consistent in 2022, with a creditable second in a handicap at Fakenham after a 6-month absence. Capable of making an impact back chasing.
• Breaking The Ice (IRE): Had a successful run in 2021, winning 5 handicap chases, including over this C&D. Won on seasonal debut but may be high in the weights this time.
• Zumbi (GER): Novice hurdle winner and showed promise on chase debut, shaping better than the distance suggests. Open to improvement and suited by the longer trip.
• Jelski (GER): Won over hurdles at Haydock and this track, and had a decent return over fences recently. Mark is slipping, and going back up in trip could be beneficial.
• Diegos Way (IRE): Has been in good form since winning a handicap chase in October. Return to a longer trip should suit.
• Grange Ranger (IRE): Veteran who won at long odds at Wetherby but has had inconsistent form since. Poor jumping performance in recent outing.

Based on the analysis, the runner with the highest rating and positive comments is Dee Star (IRE). Therefore, Dee Star would be the recommended selection for this race.

3.05 Cartmel (11 runners)
St Marys Hospice Handicap Chase
2m5f 

Based on the provided ratings, comments, and instructions, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest rating:

1. Raecius Felix (IRE)

• Rating: 376.2

1. Cash Again (FR)

• Rating: 347.4

1. Thatsy (FR)

• Rating: 316.5

1. Hungry Tiger (IRE)

• Rating: 304.7

1. Roxboro Road (IRE)

• Rating: 301.3

1. Bells Express (IRE)

• Rating: 292.9

1. The Electrician (IRE)

• Rating: 277.0

1. Joey Steel (IRE)

• Rating: 264.5

1. Onenightintown (IRE)

• Rating: 243.3

1. Carnet De Stage (IRE)
   • Rating: 219.7
2. Monoxide
   • Rating: 172.6

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner:

• Carnet De Stage (IRE): Down in the weights and showed improvement in his recent run at Clonmel. Should be considered at this level.
• Roxboro Road (IRE): Continues to drop in the weights but hasn’t taken advantage yet. Owner is persevering by putting the horse back over fences.
• Raecius Felix (IRE): Won two handicap chases in September but has shown issues in his last two starts. A wind operation may help.
• Bells Express (IRE): Unexposed chase debutant from a local yard with a good record at the track. Little to get excited about over hurdles, but potential for improvement in chasing.
• Thatsy (FR): On the downgrade and winless over fences. Hopes rest on a breathing operation.
• The Electrician (IRE): Bounced back to form with a win at Carlisle and has remained in good form since. Stamina gave way over a longer trip, but worth considering back in distance.
• Cash Again (FR): Veteran who hasn’t won since 2021 but showed competitiveness with a creditable third over hurdles here recently.
• Joey Steel (IRE): Unreliable but a dual handicap chase winner. Disappointed in his last two outings but showed potential on his recent reappearance.
• Hungry Tiger (IRE): Has been campaigned over hurdles but a previous chase winner. Kept on for fifth from a reduced mark here last month and now returns to chasing.
• Monoxide: Hasn’t shown much except for a runner-up effort at Downpatrick. Offering little in varied company.
• Onenightintown (IRE): Back to winning ways and showed a good second-place finish at Newcastle. Weakened in his most recent outing at Hexham.

Based on the analysis, the runner with the highest rating and positive comments is Raecius Felix (IRE). Therefore, Raecius Felix would be the recommended selection for this race.

3.40 Cartmel (8 runners)
Molson Coors Handicap Chase
3m1½f

Based on the provided ratings, comments, and instructions, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest rating:

1. Lights Are Green (IRE)

• Rating: 429.4

1. Whataboutyeh (IRE)

• Rating: 346.9

1. Big Gangsta (IRE)

• Rating: 260.5

1. Humps And Bumps (IRE)

• Rating: 243.0

1. Absolutely Dylan (IRE)

• Rating: 240.7

1. Carrigeen Konini (IRE)

• Rating: 207.5

1. Twistedfirestarter (IRE)

• Rating: 194.7

1. Old Page (IRE)

• Rating: 154.0

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner:

• Lights Are Green (IRE): C&D winner and showed a very good third-place finish in a handicap chase at Hexham. Merits consideration with an unchanged mark.
• Carrigeen Konini (IRE): Modest form over hurdles and uninspiring debut for the current stable. Needs to prove himself.
• Prince Cleni (FR): Little form over hurdles but has shown improvement over fences and recently won a handicap chase at Southwell. Weighted to have a chance despite a rise in weight.
• Whataboutyeh (IRE): Won a handicap hurdle and has shown promise in two runs over fences. Finished second in a handicap chase at Market Rasen. Still low mileage and should be considered.
• Humps And Bumps (IRE): Unreliable and hasn’t hit top form since 2021. Had a wind operation before finishing fourth in a handicap chase at Hexham. Blinkers are back on, but more improvement is needed.
• Big Gangsta (IRE): Lightly raced maiden hurdler who finished seventh on chasing debut. Irish point winner with potential for improvement.
• Twistedfirestarter (IRE): Maiden under both codes and was pulled up in a handicap chase at Southwell in his final run for the previous trainer. Improvement needed after a stable switch.
• Absolutely Dylan (IRE): On a long losing run and recently pulled up in runs over hurdles and chasing. Hard to fancy.
• Old Page (IRE): Winner in Irish points but little form under Rules. Pulled up in a handicap chase at Worcester. Difficult to support.

Based on the analysis, the runner with the highest rating and positive comments is Lights Are Green (IRE). Therefore, Lights Are Green would be the recommended selection for this race.

4.15 Cartmel (8 runners)
Fred And Edna Taylor Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race)
2m6f 

Here are the runners ranked in descending order based on their total ratings:

1. Prince Nino (FR) – 317.8
2. Ballyquin Bay (IRE) – 303.6
3. Our Zebo (IRE) – 302.9
4. Night On The Town – 272.7
5. You Say Its Over (IRE) – 203.6
6. Slate Lane (IRE) – 199.9
7. Big In Milan (IRE) – 134.1
8. Time For Joy (IRE) – 69.0

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner:

• Ballyquin Bay (IRE): Fair hurdler who sets the standard in this lowly affair. Worth considering on debut for a new yard.
• Big In Milan (IRE): Maiden Irish pointer with a third-place finish. Wears cheekpieces.
• Prince Nino (FR): Modest hurdler who ran well when third in a novice race at Chepstow. Needs improvement to win.
• Slate Lane (IRE): Showed promise in a point-to-point and had a decent outing on first Rules outing over hurdles. Joined a shrewd yard, so worth monitoring on British debut.
• Our Zebo (IRE): Second in a novice hurdle at Ayr but has not shown any encouragement since then.
• Night On The Town: Showed ability in bumpers and fell at the last on hurdle debut. Can’t be ruled out over the longer trip.
• Time For Joy (IRE): Winning pointer who should be considered now starting out over hurdles.
• You Say Its Over (IRE): Placed in points but has not performed well in Irish bumpers and was sixth on hurdling debut. Others are preferred.

Based on the analysis, the runner with the 2nd highest rating and positive comments is Ballyquin Bay (IRE). Therefore, Ballyquin Bay would be the recommended selection for this race.

4.47 Cartmel (12 runners)
Rothay Manor Mares Handicap Hurdle
2m6f

Based on the provided ratings, comments, and instructions, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest rating:

1. On We Go (IRE)

• Rating: 434.9

1. Fabreze (IRE)

• Rating: 385.9

1. Mrs Kinsella (IRE)

• Rating: 367.0

1. Baby Sham

• Rating: 348.5

1. Fenney Brook

• Rating: 332.1

1. Sinndarella (IRE)

• Rating: 287.5

1. Pure Surf (IRE)

• Rating: 271.8

1. Bella Bluesky

• Rating: 268.6

1. Punk Rock Girl (IRE)

• Rating: 229.2

1. Dot Cotton (IRE)
   • Rating: 214.2
2. Amazing Amy (IRE)
   • Rating: 180.9
3. Social Distancing (IRE)
   • Rating: 168.1

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner:

• On We Go (IRE): Three-time winner, including twice over C&D. Recent efforts haven’t been encouraging.
• Fabreze (IRE): Benefited from a positive ride to win a handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter. Carries a penalty but should be taken seriously.
• Mrs Kinsella (IRE): Placed 3 times since April and finished third to Fabreze in a recent handicap hurdle. Solid frame claims once again.
• Baby Sham: Won at Fakenham and Fontwell over longer trips. Player in this race.
• Fenney Brook: Won mares’ novice handicap at Ludlow and lost action on return at Warwick. Remains on a fair mark.
• Sinndarella (IRE): Hasn’t progressed since winning at Ludlow but showed a creditable effort in her latest outing.
• Pure Surf (IRE): Sole win came at Sedgefield but disappointing effort at Perth. Needs to improve significantly.
• Bella Bluesky: Opened hurdles account at Kelso but mixed record since then.
• Punk Rock Girl (IRE): Limited impact in handicap hurdles in Ireland. Needs to show more.
• Dot Cotton (IRE): Looked to be heading in the right direction until a blunder at Newcastle. Not fully discounted.
• Amazing Amy (IRE): Tenth in a novice hurdle on yard debut after a long break. Worth monitoring on handicap debut.
• Social Distancing (IRE): No recent encouragement under Rules. Hard to fancy.

Based on the analysis, the runner with the highest rating and positive comments is On We Go (IRE). Therefore, On We Go would be the recommended selection for this race.