Pace/Draw Angle: With a strong pace forecast, this looks set up for closers or those who can settle just behind the speed. Sandown’s 5f tends to favour those drawn middle to high if the ground is good, but there’s no distinct draw bias flagged here. Several front-runners line up, including All Ways Glamorous, So Smart, and Faustus, so expect pressure up front.


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Leading Contenders

JENEVER (TFR: 94) – Last year’s winner of this race, rated 79 now (up 3lb from last year’s mark of 76). Comes here in decent order following a close fifth over 6f at Doncaster, a trip that stretches him. Return to this sharper 5f clearly in his favour. Noted for travelling well and finishing late – a strong pace will help, but there’s always a chance he meets traffic. Hold-up type needing luck in running.

FAUSTUS (TFR: 97) – Slipped to an attractive mark (OR 71) and has strong adjusted ratings from last summer. His last run at Goodwood was too soon after a run at Windsor and can be forgiven. Back under Hollie Doyle today – she’s ridden him well previously. Likely front-runner, but vulnerable if he gets involved in a pace battle. Still, he’s well treated on peak form.

DIAMOND DREAMER (TFR: 96) – Strong AW performer who has shown he can handle turf. Went very close at Chelmsford last time, and looks in good form. Often races freely, so will need a clean trip to settle. Not sure Sandown’s finish will suit if he doesn’t get cover, but Timeform’s adjusted rating suggests he’s close to peak. Blinkers back on.

ALL WAYS GLAMOROUS (TFR: 94) – Progressive 4yo who has won both her latest starts, including a cosy Windsor win off the same mark (71). First time tackling a sharper 5f at this level on turf, and will need to handle the rise in class. Likely to lead – will be tested early in this field.

GOOD EARTH (TFR: 91) – Course-and-distance winner off similar marks in 2024. No real excuses last time at Ascot when fading late. Seems to go best fresh or when given time between runs. Down 1lb and should be suited to the track, but others arrive in better nick.


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Dangers & Interesting Outsiders

THE ORGANISER (TFR: 95) – Lightly raced since switching yards. Won off this mark (72) in March at Southwell when well-backed. Well beaten next time under a quick turnaround – off since, 91 days. Needs a market check on return. Acts on turf and is unexposed at the trip.

LIPSINK (TFR: 93) – Best form on AW but has placed on turf. Shaped as if in need of the run after layoff (25 days ago) and can improve with that under his belt. Hard to dismiss with SDS booked, but returns here under 8-10, suggesting connections are hopeful rather than confident.

SO SMART (TFR: 94) – In excellent nick recently and just missed at Chepstow after winning at Lingfield. Front-runner who has held form well when turned out quickly. Will face pace pressure today, but one of the more in-form runners and has conditions to suit.

BANG ON THE BELL (TFR: 92) – Reliable handicapper, won at Windsor in April, then third in a big field at Lingfield. Trainer cold, but has a good record with single runners. Strong travelling type, may sit just off the pace and finish well.

JACQUELINA (TFR: 92) – Multiple winner last season. Close third last time at Chepstow and tends to race prominently. Hard to rule out on her peak form but might find this more competitive.

FLETCHER’S FLIGHT (TFR: ?) – Completely out of sorts and needs to bounce back. Likely to be dropped in but recent form poor and little in profile to suggest an imminent revival.


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Notable Trends & Timeform Profile Points

JENEVER – won this in 2024 off 76, now 79. Clear course record.

FAUSTUS – adjusted rating of 97, best in the field. Slip in mark significant.

ALL WAYS GLAMOROUS – 2 from 2 this season, progressive, but up in grade.

THE ORGANISER – won off this mark after being punted; long layoff (91d), market watch essential.

SO SMART – hot sprinter, racing again quickly (14d), dangerous if allowed to dictate.



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Ratings out of 10 (track/trip/form/go/pace suitability & adjusted TFR considered)

JENEVER – 9

FAUSTUS – 8

DIAMOND DREAMER – 8

ALL WAYS GLAMOROUS – 7

SO SMART – 7

THE ORGANISER – 6 (market watch)

GOOD EARTH – 6

BANG ON THE BELL – 6

JACQUELINA – 6

LIPSINK – 5 (unreliable turf profile)

FLETCHER’S FLIGHT – 3



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Each-Way Angles (11 runners)

JENEVER – proven in this race, strong adjusted figure, should finish off well.

DIAMOND DREAMER – in form, can track pace and stay on.

SO SMART – sprint form is hot, suited by conditions if he gets his own way.



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Private Tissue (value-dependent on morning prices)

JENEVER – 4/1

FAUSTUS – 5/1

DIAMOND DREAMER – 6/1

ALL WAYS GLAMOROUS – 6/1

SO SMART – 8/1

THE ORGANISER – 10/1

BANG ON THE BELL – 10/1

GOOD EARTH – 12/1

JACQUELINA – 12/1

LIPSINK – 16/1

FLETCHER’S FLIGHT – 25/1



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Summary

This looks a strongly run Sandown sprint with several contenders who like to get on with it. JENEVER is the standout on course form and looks the one to beat if the race collapses late. FAUSTUS has a big number to his name and looks well treated but must handle the set-up. DIAMOND DREAMER and SO SMART both arrive in solid recent form. Market support should be noted particularly for THE ORGANISER, returning after a layoff. With 11 runners, each-way angles are viable in a race where the pace is likely to have a big influence on the outcome.