14:30 Catterick – Restricted Maiden Stakes (Class 5)

This 2-year-old maiden race, run over 7f 6y on soft ground, is forecast to have a very weak pace, which typically benefits horses with tactical speed or those that can race prominently. The draw bias favours low numbers on soft ground at this turning track. The Timeform Analyst’s Verdict highlights Princess Maitha as a newcomer to note from a stable with a strong juvenile record, while Tailgunner Joe is expected to perform well after a significant drop in grade. Madame Koko is also identified as an interesting newcomer. ChatGPT identifies Tailgunner Joe as a standout due to his proven form and suitability to the conditions, with Court of Stars and Boy Named Sioux also highlighted as strong contenders.

Pertinent Comments for Runners:

• LYRICAL SONG (1): Showed a better effort on debut but was outpaced in a stronger race last time. Likely needs a more testing race or a drop in grade, though the inside draw is a positive.

• TAILGUNNER JOE (2): Displayed ability in the Chesham Stakes at Royal Ascot. Benefits from a significant drop in class and is expected to handle any pace scenario, setting the standard with an adjusted Timeform rating of 86.

• BOY NAMED SIOUX (3): Shaped notably better than the bare result when third at Chester, not being put under strong pressure late. Timeform sectional upgrades support his run, and he is suited by the step up in trip and softer ground.

• OSO GREAT (4): Had a weak debut and needs to show significant progress.

• TEKITOFF (5): Showed no ability in his previous outing and is poorly drawn for any tactical advantage.

• SECRET TESTIMONY (6): A debutant with no prior form recorded. Trainer Declan Carroll has a historical profit with debutants, though expectations are low.

• INGLEBY EMMA (7): Had a weak debut and is unproven over this trip and on soft ground.

• DANRANA (8): A debutant with no recorded form. Her sire, Dandy Man, has produced 54 flat debut winners.

• COURT OF STARS (9): Improved when finishing second at Brighton last time, though she traded under half her starting Betfair SP when beaten. Her adjusted rating of 79 puts her in contention, but the wide draw (stall 9) is a disadvantage given the expected slow pace.

• PRINCESS MAITHA (10): A newcomer from the Charlie Johnston yard, known for its strong juvenile record. She is a sister to a useful 9f winner, but the wide draw (stall 10) is a negative.

• MADAME KOKO (11): Another newcomer who is well-bred for a yard that can ready a horse. However, her wide draw (stall 11) and pedigree suggesting more speed than this 7f on soft ground make it a tricky debut.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• Tailgunner Joe – 15/8

• Court Of Stars – 10/3

• Boy Named Sioux – 11/2

• Princess Maitha – 6/1

• Lyrical Song – 8/1

• Madame Koko – 10/1

• Secret Testimony – 25/1

• Oso Great – 33/1

• Danrana – 33/1

• Ingleby Emma – 66/1

• Tekitoff – 150/1

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: Tailgunner Joe

• Each-Way Saver: Boy Named Sioux

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15:00 Catterick – racingtv.com/freetrial Nursery Handicap (Class 5)

This 2-year-old Nursery Handicap over 7f 6y on soft ground is expected to be run at a weak tempo, which favors tactical speed and early positioning. While no firm draw bias is noted, pace prominence is typically advantageous at this turning track, especially on softer ground. The Timeform Analyst’s Verdict pinpoints Magic Box as the likely winner, with Sporting Light and Carnation Queen making the shortlist. ChatGPT concurs, seeing Magic Box as a clear contender and Sporting Light as a significant danger, both well-suited to the tactical nature of the race.

Pertinent Comments for Runners:

• ECLIPSER (1): Showed fair form, winning a maiden at Chelmsford in June. However, she was disappointing last time, and her turf form is less convincing; she has yet to conclusively prove herself at this trip. As a hold-up type, she risks being caught out by the race shape.

• HAMALEEL (2): Showed modest first form when third at Doncaster last time. Her profile still holds some upside, and she is bred to stay further, making her a potential dark horse.

• MAGIC BOX (3): A fair performer who won a nursery at Kempton in July and improved again to be second at Hamilton last time. She continues to improve steadily, handles soft ground, and the return to 7f should suit her. Her jockey, Cieren Fallon, has a 34% strike rate on favourites.

• WILLOWINGHURN (4): Won a maiden at Redcar in May and was back on track when second at Nottingham last time. Despite having soft ground and stamina credentials, she’s a backmarker in a race that may not suit a hold-up style. Her previous underperformance when well-backed also flags potential temperament concerns.

• CARNATION QUEEN (5): A modest performer who won a seller at York last time. While she tends to be prominently ridden, which is a plus, her form ceiling appears lower than others, and soft ground is an unknown for her.

• SPORTING LIGHT (6): Has been improving with each run and shaped well when third in a stronger nursery at Haydock over 6f. The step up to 7f is logical, and his running style (just off the pace) fits perfectly for today’s tactical test.

• HARSWELL RIVER (7): Has poor nursery form and is likely outclassed in this field.

• MONTY MAGOO (8): Has shown little promise, being too free when third in a nursery at Beverley last time. While headgear may help, he appears out of his depth.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• Magic Box – 9/4

• Sporting Light – 7/2

• Eclipser – 11/2

• Willowinghurn – 6/1

• Hamaleel – 7/1

• Carnation Queen – 10/1

• Harswell River – 25/1

• Monty Magoo – 50/1

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: Magic Box

• Each-Way Saver: Hamaleel

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15:30 Catterick – Sky Bet Extra Places Daily Handicap (Class 6)

This 3yo+ handicap over 7f 6y on soft ground is projected to have a strong pace, driven by several front-running horses. This sets the race up for closers or those who can stalk just off the leaders. The draw bias favours low numbers on soft going, giving inside-drawn stalkers a clear advantage. The Timeform Analyst’s Verdict praises Coconut Bay for her thriving form and ability to defy the handicapper, while Petra Celera is noted for holding her form well. ChatGPT highlights Coconut Bay’s red-hot form and Mwafaq as an interesting outsider who could benefit from the strong pace.

Pertinent Comments for Runners:

• PETRA CELERA (1): A consistent handicapper who won at Wolverhampton in June and ran respectably at Chester last time. While her prominent style might be slightly compromised by a strong pace, she is tactically versatile and drops in grade here.

• COCONUT BAY (2): In red-hot form, having won three of her last four starts, including twice over C&D. She is proven on soft ground and is adaptable in her running style, capable of tracking the pace and finishing strongly. She holds the top adjusted rating (72+).

• HOMER STOKES (3): Has a C&D win and a low draw in his favour, but his recent Ayr effort was dismal. A bounce-back is required, but he might appreciate returning to his favoured venue.

• UNCLE SIMON (4): Non Runner.

• EMERALD ARMY (5): Past winning form at 7f, but his recent form is a concern, and his current mark does not appear generous unless he refinds earlier season form.

• SUNNY ORANGE (6): A fair handicapper who won at Beverley in July, though he was not seen to best effect last time. His form can be variable.

• WOODLEIGH (7): A modest handicapper who was well below form last time and has left his previous trainer. His profile does not inspire confidence coming off a break.

• BELLA LOVE (8): A modest maiden handicapper who showed one of her better efforts recently. She lacks the tactical edge needed for a strong pace scenario.

• ONE MORE BOTTLE (9): Has shown a return to form with a win and a place in his last two starts. The strong pace might test his stamina in the closing stages, despite his jockey Elizabeth Gale having a 37% strike rate with single runners at a flat meeting.

• MWAFAQ (10): Showed a step in the right direction last time and has posted figures suggesting he can be competitive. With the race likely to fall apart late, his ability to sit off the speed makes him a live each-way threat.

• ROYAL BLAZE (11): A regressive performer who has had little impact recently and has been outpaced lately.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• Coconut Bay – 3/1

• Petra Celera – 4/1

• Mwafaq – 6/1

• One More Bottle – 7/1

• Emerald Army – 9/1

• Homer Stokes – 9/1

• Bella Love – 14/1

• Sunny Orange – 16/1

• Woodleigh – 25/1

• Royal Blaze – 33/1

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: Coconut Bay

• Each-Way Saver: Mwafaq

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16:00 Catterick – Happy Big Birthday Charlotte Handicap (Class 6)

This 3-year-old handicap over 1m 4f 13y on soft ground is forecast to have an even pace. At this distance and track, horses held up often fare better, especially on soft ground where stamina becomes crucial late in the race. The Timeform Analyst’s Verdict highlights Penn Avenue‘s progressive profile, Advertorial‘s potential, and Brave Emerald‘s interest. ChatGPT backs Penn Avenue as the one to beat, noting her upward trajectory, and identifies Cardinal Point and Advertorial as strong each-way contenders.

Pertinent Comments for Runners:

• BRAVE EMERALD (1): A modest maiden who put in a solid effort in a stronger race at Ripon. However, he lacks a sharp turn of foot, and this race’s even gallop may not be favourable, though he stays and handles soft ground.

• CARDINAL POINT (2): Produced her best career run last time when third at Ffos Las over 10f on soft ground. This step up in trip could be key, as she briefly led before fading, and she appears ready to strike off her basement mark with the visor remaining on.

• PENN AVENUE (3): A sturdy filly who broke her maiden with a determined effort at Lingfield, showing steady progression. Her profile is firmly on the up, and the rise to 1½m on soft ground holds no fears.

• ROSSO LEVANTO (4): While one of her better efforts came on debut, her recent form does not inspire confidence. Her pedigree suggests she will be suited by a trip like this, but she remains inconsistent.

• HIMSELF (5): A modest maiden handicapper whose last run at Wetherby can be excused. His stamina is fine, but he is not particularly well-handicapped.

• NIPPASSO (6): A modest maiden who is out of form. She has a place chance if she can step up late.

• ADVERTORIAL (7): A modest handicapper who won over 12f on the All-Weather in April and has run well in defeat since. The switch back to turf and Class 6 company could bring improvement, and softer ground suits her better than a speed finish on the AW.

• HICKTON (8): Has a poor maiden profile and tends to race too freely. His stamina remains unproven.

• BOVEY BELLE (9): Has shown no form in varied events and is hard to recommend based on recent performances.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• Penn Avenue – 15/8

• Cardinal Point – 5/1

• Advertorial – 11/2

• Brave Emerald – 13/2

• Rosso Levanto – 10/1

• Himself – 12/1

• Nippasso – 16/1

• Hickton – 25/1

• Bovey Belle – 40/1

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: Penn Avenue

• Each-Way Saver: Cardinal Point

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16:30 Catterick – Sky Bet Go-Racing-In-Yorkshire Summer Festival Handicap (Class 4)

This 3yo+ handicap over 1m 4f 13y on soft ground features a small field of 5 runners, with an uncontested pace expected, likely led by Me And Bobby McGee. At Catterick, especially on soft ground, controlling fractions from the front can be decisive. The Timeform Analyst’s Verdict indicates that Bosphorus Rose has improved as her stamina has been drawn out and expects Me And Bobby McGee to be very competitive after dictating successfully last time. ChatGPT views Bosphorus Rose as a thriving and proven contender, with Me And Bobby McGee as a promising front runner who will benefit from an ideal race shape.

Pertinent Comments for Runners:

• AFLOAT (1): A fairly useful handicapper who won in April but has not progressed significantly. Her hold-up running style is not ideal given the expected pace scenario, as she lacks acceleration if the leader controls the fractions.

• SOLAR SAVING (2): A lightly raced maiden who looked rusty on his return after a long break. While he has some interesting Irish maiden form, he appears out of his depth in this class, with fitness and proven class being major concerns.

• BOSPHORUS ROSE (3): This Sir Mark Prescott-trained filly is clearly thriving as her stamina is drawn out, winning twice this season and posting strong timefigures. She handles soft ground and her running style of tracking the pace and grinding it out is compelling. Her trainer has excellent strike rates with horses running over 10f+ and in mid-season.

• PAPPA LOUIS (4): Has been a useful handicapper but now looks hard to predict, often starting slowly and racing keenly. He would likely need a collapse up front to feature, which is improbable in a tactical small field.

• ME AND BOBBY MCGEE (5): Scored convincingly on his handicap debut at Hamilton, showing good tactical speed and mental resilience in blinkers. From a stamina-laden pedigree, he looks ready for this trip and is expected to get an uncontested lead.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• Bosphorus Rose – 6/4

• Me And Bobby McGee – 2/1

• Afloat – 6/1

• Pappa Louis – 12/1

• Solar Saving – 25/1

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: Bosphorus Rose

• Straight Forecast Saver: Bosphorus Rose to beat Me And Bobby McGee

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17:00 Catterick – Racing Again 5th August Handicap (Class 6)

This 3yo+ handicap over 5f 212y on soft ground is forecast to have a very strong pace, with multiple habitual front-runners in the field, making a pace collapse a realistic threat. The draw bias favours low numbers (stalls 1 to 3) on this straight, soft-surface sprint track. The Timeform Analyst’s Verdict selects Miss Rainbow as the likely answer, with Crocodile Power (a Catterick specialist) and Highjacked as main dangers. ChatGPT identifies Miss Rainbow as progressive and proven, Crocodile Power as a proven course specialist, and Langholm as a course specialist with an ideal draw.

Pertinent Comments for Runners:

• CROCODILE POWER (1): A Catterick specialist who has won there three times in 2024 and showed a return to form when third at Ayr last time. He handles soft ground and finishes strongly, which will be beneficial in a likely pace meltdown. He traded at 25% or less of his starting Betfair SP when beaten on his most recent outing.

• SO GRATEFUL (2): A fair handicapper who won in March and May but has been well below form recently. He possesses early speed but has not been firing this year.

• MISS RAINBOW (3): Completed a hat-trick in June before a solid third at Hamilton. Back over a slightly longer trip with a strong pace to aim at, she has the perfect setup. Her trainer, Tracy Waggott, has a notable profit when having only one runner at a flat meeting.

• GOLDEN PROSPERITY (4): Non Runner.

• HIGHJACKED (5): Has been below par this season but shaped well off this mark at Catterick in 2024. He can go well fresh but appears regressive and vulnerable unless he rediscovers his spark.

• QUERCUS (6): Won this race in 2023 but has not looked the same this season. He is a hold-up risk and will need luck from off a strong pace. His trainer, Ann Duffield, has had two winners in the past 10 runnings of this race.

• LANGHOLM (7): A Catterick course specialist who rarely runs a bad race there and has a very favourable draw (stall 1). Recent runs suggest he is returning to form, and he is one of the few expected to track and pounce rather than press the pace.

• MEWS HOUSE (8): Has had place efforts at Catterick in the past but has shown little recent promise. His trainer, Rebecca Menzies, has also had two winners in the past 10 runnings of this race.

• HYRCANIAN (9): A modest maiden at best, with little to show for her current yard. She is returning from a long absence and has no significant form to speak of.

• DUCHESS TATTOO (10): Has shown poor form in maidens and minor events. While her draw helps, she has very little upside.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• Miss Rainbow – 10/3

• Crocodile Power – 4/1

• Langholm – 5/1

• Highjacked – 7/1

• Quercus – 8/1

• So Grateful – 12/1

• Mews House – 14/1

• Others – 25/1+

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: Miss Rainbow

• Each-Way Saver: Langholm