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13:10 Worcester – Pershore Hire Centre Handicap Chase (Class 5, 2m4f, Good)

Pace Analysis: The forecast is for a Weak pace, which generally favours horses that race prominently. This setup should particularly enhance the prospects of DEXTER (FR) over PRIDE OF PARIS (IRE). ISOCRATE (FR) is expected to be handy early, but has a history of underperforming after trading short in-running.

Runner Comments:

• CHILINLIKEAVILLAIN (IRE) (EPF: +5)
  • Form: Consistently pulled up in recent starts over fences, including with a breathing problem. Has shown no appeal on recent efforts.
  • Flags: Wears tongue tie and cheekpieces.
• BYZANTINE EMPIRE (EPF: 4.5)
  • Form: Modest handicap hurdler now; well held in both chase starts this season. Figures are modest.
  • Flags: Had a breathing operation; usually wears cheekpieces and has worn a tongue tie. Unproven beyond 17f.
• ISOCRATE (FR) (EPF: 3.5)
  • Form: Best effort over fences was a handicap win at Warwick in June. However, was well held in a novice handicap subsequently. Needs to control the pace, but can be vulnerable in the finish.
  • Pace: Likely to be in a very handy early position.
  • Flags: Wears a tongue tie.
• FAT SAM (EPF: 2.5)
  • Form: Creditable second over course and distance last time. Consistent and well-exposed, with solid TFRs.
  • Pace: May be handy, but might not be ideally suited by a truly slow gallop as he’s not overly tactical.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer Chris Down has a £10.83 profit with single runners in chases.
• HONNEUR D’AJONC (FR) (EPF: 3)
  • Form: Modest hurdler; well held in both starts since changing yards. Noted as a bleeder and untrustworthy.
  • Flags: Wears headgear, usually races close up, has bled.
• JUST A MEMORY (FR) (EPF: 1.5)
  • Form: Shaped as if needing the run on chase debut after a breathing operation and long break. Unexposed and likely to improve over fences.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer Tom Ellis has a 25% strike rate with chasers over this trip range.
• PRIDE OF PARIS (IRE) (EPF: 1)
  • Form: Best effort was a close second at Uttoxeter in May, but bled last time.
  • Pace: A steady pace is projected to disadvantage him, and he faces a tactical risk as a hold-up runner.
  • Smart Stat: Jockey Sean Bowen boasts a 22% strike rate at Worcester.
• JOBESGREEN LAD (EPF: 2)
  • Form: Pulled up in his last two starts. Uncompetitive with unconfirmed stamina.
  • Flags: Had breathing operations; wears cheekpieces and a tongue tie.
• DEXTER (FR) (EPF: 1)
  • Form: Back on track with a close second at Uttoxeter on his return for new yard (TFR 111). Operating off just 1lb higher in a weaker race.
  • Pace: Expected to benefit from a steady pace. Tactically versatile, he should thrive if he can sit closer.
  • Flags: Had a breathing operation; wears a tongue tie.
• ZACONY REBEL (IRE) (EPF: 2)
  • Form: Struggling badly for form lately, regressive.
  • Flags: Wears cheekpieces and a tongue tie.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• DEXTER – 5/2
• FAT SAM – 4/1
• JUST A MEMORY – 11/2
• ISOCRATE – 6/1
• PRIDE OF PARIS – 10/1
• Others 16/1+

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: DEXTER – Delivered a career-best on yard debut; positioned to strike again with pace and weight to suit.
• Each-Way Saver: JUST A MEMORY – Could leave her Cartmel run well behind and has scope from current mark if jumping sharpens.

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13:45 Worcester – Land O Plums Hirons 50th Anniversary Handicap Chase (Class 4, 2m7f, Good)

Pace Analysis: A Very Weak pace is predicted, meaning a muddling gallop that puts emphasis on tactical placement and stamina. This setup is likely to benefit MAGIC SEVEN (IRE) at the expense of HEROIQUE DE MAULDE (FR).

Runner Comments:

• MOLE COURT (IRE) (EPF: +5)
  • Form: Course winner in 2023/24, but pulled up in his last two starts, suggesting problems. Consistency is questionable.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer Ben Pauling has a 21% strike rate at Worcester since 2021/22.
• DEEP PURPLE (IRE) (EPF: 1)
  • Form: Reliable sort over hurdles, running to a strong TFR of 114. An interesting chasing newcomer who could translate his ability to fences. Might need experience.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer Dan Skelton has a significant profit with single runners and chasers in first-time headgear.
• TIGER ORCHID (IRE) (EPF: 2)
  • Form: CD winner (course and distance) with five course wins. Error-prone and largely below form recently. Patchy form but has course history.
  • Flags: Wears cheekpieces; usually races off pace.
• HEROIQUE DE MAULDE (FR) (EPF: 1.5)
  • Form: Arrives in strong form with two wins from his last three starts, posting high TFRs and showing an upward curve.
  • Pace: While progressive, a very weak pace might disadvantage him as he prefers something to aim at.
  • Flags: Had a breathing operation; wears tongue tie and headgear.
• GATEAU DE MIEL (FR) (EPF: 3.5)
  • Form: Rejuvenated since joining new yard, winning at Stratford in June. Potentially well-handicapped if building on recent form.
  • Flags: Wears tongue tie and has worn cheekpieces.
• MY GIFT TO YOU (IRE) (EPF: 2.5)
  • Form: Consistent and versatile stayer who has shaped with credit in his last three starts (TFRs of 113, 112, 113). Proven and reliable, unlikely to be far away.
  • Flags: Course winner; usually wears a tongue tie, also often in cheekpieces.
• SCARLET O’TARA (EPF: 4)
  • Form: Winning hurdler but badly out of sorts since, especially over fences, and has bled. Unreliable.
  • Flags: Has bled; tried in headgear.
• MAGIC SEVEN (IRE) (EPF: 1.5)
  • Form: Quickly back on track with a second at Stratford. Often shapes better than the result implies.
  • Pace: Expected to benefit from a slowly-run affair and able to sit handy.
  • Flags: Has bled.
• ALWAYS BUSY (IRE) (EPF: +5)
  • Form: Won at Southwell in May. However, a one-paced stayer who may find this race unfolding too quickly.
  • Flags: None too consistent.
• FEVER DREAM (IRE) (EPF: 3)
  • Form: Won over C&D in July. However, her figures may flatter to deceive, and her last win was aided by the race shape.
  • Flags: CD winner; had a breathing operation; wears a tongue tie.
• COOPER’S CROSS (IRE) (EPF: 4.5)
  • Form: Once a useful chaser, but has struggled for form since 2022/23 and is on a clear regression path.
  • Flags: Has bled; usually wears headgear.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• HEROIQUE DE MAULDE – 3/1
• DEEP PURPLE – 4/1
• MY GIFT TO YOU – 11/2
• FEVER DREAM – 13/2
• MAGIC SEVEN – 15/2
• GATEAU DE MIEL – 8/1
• Others 12/1+

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: HEROIQUE DE MAULDE – Arrives in peak form, is adaptable, and has posted strong TFRs.
• Each-Way Saver: GATEAU DE MIEL – Won well on yard debut and looks well-handicapped if back to his best.

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14:20 Worcester – Happy 75th Birthday Jon Holton Open National Hunt Flat (Class 5, 2m, Good)

Pace Analysis: An Even pace is forecast. This should benefit prominent types like MIDNIGHT PASS and GARDE MY GUINNESS (IRE), while hold-up horses like UNCLE REMUS may be disadvantaged.

Runner Comments:

• DONTCONTRADICTME (IRE) (EPF: 1)
  • Form: Showed some encouragement with a third on debut. However, his 101 TFR from a slow, small-field race is likely insufficient here. Exposed after debut.
• KILCANDRA JVC (IRE) (EPF: 3.5)
  • Form: Let down by jumping in Irish points. Poor pointing form, others preferred.
• NORTHHAVEN (EPF: 2)
  • Form: No listed form in the sources. Limited appeal on paper.
• FRAMMY (EPF: 1.5)
  • Form: Shaped encouragingly on debut at Bangor, needing a stiffer test. Looks like a horse to improve when stepped up in trip, but the pace might not suit.
• LAND OF DREAMS (FR) (EPF: 4.5)
  • Form: No listed form in the sources. Stands out on pedigree, with the dam being a dual bumper winner. Unexposed and bred to go well, worth watching the market.
• THE KINGS SOLDIER (IRE) (EPF: 2.5)
  • Form: Pulled up on his only points outing. No listed form in the sources. Limited appeal on paper.
• UNCLE REMUS (EPF: 4)
  • Form: Modest form in two bumper starts. The lack of an end-to-end gallop is likely to blunt his effectiveness, and he carries a hold-up risk.
• GARDE MY GUINNESS (IRE) (EPF: 1.5)
  • Form: Placed in both bumper starts. Backed by good pedigree and trainer strike rate in bumpers. Progressive profile and tactically versatile.
  • Flags: Wears a tongue tie.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer Jamie Snowden has a 21% strike rate in 2m-2m1f bumpers.
• LIZZIELOOE (EPF: +5)
  • Form: No listed form in the sources. Limited appeal on paper.
  • Flags: Wears a hood.
• MIDNIGHT PASS (EPF: 1)
  • Form: Produced a promising debut when second over C&D (TFR 109). Sets a clear standard on form.
  • Pace: Expected to benefit from the predicted even pace.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• MIDNIGHT PASS – 5/2
• GARDE MY GUINNESS – 4/1
• FRAMMY – 13/2
• DONTCONTRADICTME – 15/2
• LAND OF DREAMS – 10/1
• Others 14/1+

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: MIDNIGHT PASS – Is tactically suited to the pace and is the clear form pick.
• Each-Way Saver: GARDE MY GUINNESS – Represents good each-way value with consistent TFRs and positive yard stats.

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14:55 Worcester – Widmer Ltd Handicap Hurdle (Class 4, 2m, Good)

Pace Analysis: The Very Weak pace forecast suggests a muddling tempo, favouring horses that can travel well near the pace. SCINTILLANTE is ideally placed, while hold-up types like BANNISTER (FR) may struggle.

Runner Comments:

• LASER FOCUS (IRE) (EPF: 1.5)
  • Form: Fair on Flat and over hurdles. Well below form last time out. Disappointing recently and opposable.
  • Flags: Wears a tongue tie and has tried cheekpieces.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer James Owen has a 23% strike rate with hurdlers up to 2m2f and a 24% strike rate in summer.
• DOUGLAS DC (IRE) (EPF: 2.5)
  • Form: Fair handicap hurdler, consistent on the Flat. Inconsistent and lacking a finishing edge.
  • Flags: Wears cheekpieces.
• SCINTILLANTE (EPF: 3.5)
  • Form: Two-time C&D winner, still unexposed. Comfortable winner last time (TFR 103+), travels strongly, and can dictate his own position.
  • Pace: Ideally placed to take advantage of the weak pace.
  • Flags: Has worn a hood.
  • Smart Stat: Jockey Jonathan Burke has a 44% strike rate on hurdling favourites.
• BANNISTER (FR) (EPF: 4.5)
  • Form: Fair handicap hurdler, won at Market Rasen. Too headstrong last time. Well-handicapped but headstrong and poorly suited to today’s pace.
  • Flags: Has had a breathing operation; worn hood/tongue tie; usually dropped out. Course winner.
• ZUCAYAN (FR) (EPF: 3.5)
  • Form: Modest handicap hurdler who won in May but had a breathing problem last time. Capable on best form but has health questions.
  • Flags: Wears a tongue tie; usually held up.
• CHELSEA ANNIE (IRE) (EPF: 3.16)
  • Form: Easily best effort over hurdles when winning novice at Worcester. A surprise winner; market likely to guide her repeat chance.
  • Course: CD winner.
• GREY SKIES (IRE) (EPF: 1)
  • Form: Winning hurdler, more encouragement last time (TFR 91+). Regressive but tactically interesting.
  • Pace: Could be the most likely leader, and the drop to 2m looks interesting from his falling handicap mark. Might spring a surprise from the front.
  • Flags: Had breathing operations; wears a tongue tie and blinkers.
• SPOT ON SOPH (IRE) (EPF: +5)
  • Form: Fair handicap hurdler, consistent with back-to-back runner-up efforts (TFRs of 100 and 102). Proven and consistent.
  • Flags: Wears a tongue tie; waited with.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• SCINTILLANTE – 15/8
• SPOT ON SOPH – 10/3
• GREY SKIES – 7/1
• ZUCAYAN – 8/1
• BANNISTER – 9/1
• CHELSEA ANNIE – 10/1
• Others 14/1+

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: SCINTILLANTE – Ideal setup and form peak.
• Each-Way Saver: GREY SKIES – Could spring a surprise from the front in a tactically weak heat.

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15:30 Worcester – Clives of Cropthorne Maiden Hurdle (Qualifier) (Div I) (Class 4, 2m, Good)

Pace Analysis: An Even pace is forecast. Worcester over this trip typically does not suit deep closers, so strong positional horses will have the edge. ASLUKGOES is well-placed to take advantage.

Runner Comments:

• ASLUKGOES (EPF: 1.5)
  • Form: Classy bumper performer, shaped with considerable promise on hurdling debut after a long layoff (lost shoe).
  • Pace: Tactically advantaged, well-placed to dictate or sit just off the pace.
  • Smart Stat: Jockey Jack Quinlan has a 41% strike rate on hurdling favourites.
• CEPHALUS (EPF: 3.5)
  • Form: Fairly useful Flat performer. Pedigree and trainer profile raise minor stamina concerns.
• SIR RODNEY (EPF: 2.5)
  • Form: Tailed off in two bumper starts. Looks outclassed.
• WASHPOOL (IRE) (EPF: 1.5)
  • Form: Useful effort when third on his second hurdle run, shaping as if more to come.
  • Fitness: Has had a long layoff (282 days). Market support will be key for fitness.
• DENBYDALE CRACKER (EPF: 4.5)
  • Form: No listed form in the sources. Likely a long-term project with limited form indicators.
• FARHH ECHO (IRE) (EPF: 1)
  • Form: Little impact in novice/maiden hurdles. Looks outclassed.
• WHATYOUWAITINGFOR (IRE) (EPF: 1.10)
  • Form: Consistent and improving with three solid hurdle runs this summer, recently caught late after making the running. Proven, fit, and uncomplicated.
• CANYOUSEEME (EPF: 2)
  • Form: Pulled up on hurdling debut after poor bumper form. Shows major limitations.
  • Flags: Wears cheekpieces and a tongue tie.
• FEELING FRISKY (FR) (EPF: 4)
  • Form: Little show in two bumper starts. Tactically disadvantaged due to hold-up tendencies in this pace scenario.
• JAMMY JAY (EPF: 3)
  • Form: Well held in two bumper starts. Limited.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer James Evans has a £12.37 profit with single runners in hurdles.
• PRINCESSE MILANIA (IRE) (EPF: 3.5)
  • Form: Point winner, shaped well on bumper debut. Could step up now hurdling and is a stamina type to monitor.
  • Smart Stat: Jockey Sean Bowen has a 22% strike rate at Worcester.
• HANNAHS STORY (IRE) (EPF: 12)
  • Form: Pulled up in both hurdle starts after being well held on the Flat. Shows major limitations.
  • Flags: Wears a hood.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• ASLUKGOES – 2/1
• WHATYOUWAITINGFOR – 3/1
• WASHPOOL – 13/2
• PRINCESSE MILANIA – 7/1
• CEPHALUS – 10/1
• DENBYDALE CRACKER – 14/1
• Others 20/1+

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: ASLUKGOES – Retains strong bumper ability, shaped with encouragement on hurdling debut, and is pace-suited.
• Each-Way Saver: WASHPOOL – Only if the market shows clear signs of confidence on his return from a long break.

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16:05 Worcester – Clives of Cropthorne Maiden Hurdle (Qualifier) (Div II) (Class 4, 2m, Good)

Pace Analysis: An Even pace is forecast. This will benefit prominent and handy types, with JACK N JONES particularly well-positioned. Deep closers like NEEDTOKNOW (IRE) face tactical drawbacks.

Runner Comments:

• KATANA (FR) (EPF: 1)
  • Form: Has solid placed form over hurdles, including a strong runner-up finish last time where he jumped better. Consistent and fit.
  • Flags: Usually races close up.
• OI OI OI (EPF: 2)
  • Form: Tailed off in bumpers and maiden hurdles. Limited or regressive form, disadvantaged by pace and class.
  • Flags: Wears cheekpieces.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer Harriet Dickin has a £23.44 profit with single runners in hurdles.
• ROCK ON PEDRO (IRE) (EPF: 3.5)
  • Form: Maiden hurdler and modest chase form. Competitive on return at Limerick. New to Olly Murphy, but is more exposed and hard to win with.
  • Flags: Wears headgear and a tongue tie.
  • Smart Stat: Jockey Sean Bowen has a 22% strike rate at Worcester.
• TREE TOP TYSON (IRE) (EPF: 2)
  • Form: Runner-up in an Irish point. Showed some potential in a bumper, but lacked fluency on hurdling debut. Early days, needs more fluency.
  • Flags: Wears a tongue strap.
• TRENDY WORKFORCE (IRE) (EPF: 3)
  • Form: Modest form in bumpers. Shaped as if amiss last time. Limited or regressive form.
  • Flags: Wears a hood and a tongue tie.
• ROYAL MARK (FR) (EPF: 2)
  • Form: Down the field in all three bumper starts. Limited or regressive form.
• TILEHURST (EPF: 1.5)
  • Form: Smart debut second over C&D (TFR 117+), with solid time performance and franked form. Lightly raced and likely to progress.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer Neil Mulholland has a £52.32 profit with hurdling favourites.
• YARBOROUGH (IRE) (EPF: 1)
  • Form: Modest Flat maiden, showed some encouragement on hurdling debut. Flat-bred project with potential to improve. Minor place potential.
  • Flags: Wears a visor.
• JACK N JONES (EPF: 1.49)
  • Form: Progressive mare with two strong placed efforts over hurdles. Shaped best last time over a longer trip in testing conditions despite being keen.
  • Pace: Favoured by the even pace, well-positioned near the lead, and drops back in trip.
  • Flags: Wears a tongue tie.
• MOLLY’S ANGEL (EPF: 1)
  • Form: No form in bumpers or hurdle novices. Limited or regressive form.
• NEEDTOKNOW (IRE) (EPF: 4.5)
  • Form: Tailed-off on hurdling debut. Limited or regressive form.
  • Pace: Disadvantaged by a steady early pace.
  • Flags: Wears a tongue strap.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• JACK N JONES – 9/4
• TILEHURST – 5/2
• KATANA – 9/2
• ROCK ON PEDRO – 8/1
• TREE TOP TYSON – 12/1
• YARBOROUGH – 14/1
• Others – 20/1+

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: JACK N JONES – Her form profile, track suitability, and tactical edge stand out.
• Each-Way Saver: KATANA – A reliable type who has tightened up his jumping recently.

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16:42 Worcester – Bathroom Studio Novices’ Limited Handicap Hurdle (Class 5, 2m4f, Good)

Pace Analysis: A Strong pace is forecast, which typically favours patient runners. SIXTY PLUS (IRE), a confirmed front-runner, might find his energy compromised, while GONE IN SIXTY is tactically favoured to track the pace and stay on.

Runner Comments:

• PRIVILEGE (EPF: 5)
  • Form: Fair maiden hurdler, but back on track with two strong placed efforts at Newton Abbot, particularly a second where he was well clear of the third. Now drops into a Class 5. Proven and tactically versatile.
  • Flags: Tried in blinkers.
• JAGER TIME (IRE) (EPF: 2)
  • Form: Has been hindered by breathing issues, but his best efforts would put him in contention.
  • Flags: Has bled; had a breathing operation.
• DREAMWEAVER (IRE) (EPF: 6)
  • Form: Fairly useful on Flat, fair over hurdles. Has been absent for over 1000 days. Limited profile.
• INDEPENDENT JIMMY (EPF: 7)
  • Form: Genuine type, strong recent second, though looked one-paced. Consistent, holds place claims.
  • Pace: Expected to benefit from a strong gallop to aim at.
  • Flags: Wears cheekpieces.
• GONE IN SIXTY (EPF: 5)
  • Form: Won easily in a weak mares’ race, and shaped well next time. Exposed but solid at this level.
  • Pace: Tactically favoured by a strong pace, likely to track and stay on. Has won from mid-division.
  • Flags: Wears a tongue tie and has tried cheekpieces.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer Alex Hales has a £15.70 profit with single runners in hurdles.
• EARLOFBRACKENSTOWN (IRE) (EPF: 6)
  • Form: Poor maiden hurdler, pulled up last time. Limited profile.
  • Flags: Wears cheekpieces.
• THE LAST DROP (IRE) (EPF: 11)
  • Form: Placed in bumpers, but poor over hurdles. Poor return last time but remains capable of better.
  • Flags: Tried in a tongue tie.
• LA TRATTARIA (FR) (EPF: 8)
  • Form: Modest form over hurdles, folded tamely last time after losing a shoe. Limited profile.
• NATHANAEL GREENE (EPF: 9)
  • Form: First form over hurdles last time. Limited profile.
  • Flags: Has bled; wears cheekpieces and a tongue tie.
• MONTANA GOLDEN (IRE) (EPF: 10)
  • Form: Improved when fourth last time. Some upward signs, but exposed.
• DANTE’S INFERNO (EPF: 11)
  • Form: Best effort over hurdles was a poor fourth last time. Some upward signs, but exposed.
  • Flags: Usually races towards rear.
• SIXTY PLUS (IRE) (EPF: 12)
  • Form: Most progressive for new yard, winning easily over C&D last week by 8 lengths, making all. Carries a 7lb penalty. Decisive win backed by solid figures.
  • Pace: Confirmed front-runner. A strong pace might challenge him tactically, but he has shown he can dictate or absorb pressure.
  • Flags: Wears headgear. CD winner.
• PACIFIC (NR)
  • Form: Won a handicap at Worcester last time.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer Martin Keighley has a £78.96 profit with single runners in hurdles, and jockey Sean Bowen has a 22% strike rate at Worcester. Note: Non-runner (NR).

Private Tissue Estimate:

• SIXTY PLUS – 2/1
• PRIVILEGE – 9/2
• INDEPENDENT JIMMY – 7/1
• GONE IN SIXTY – 8/1
• JAGER TIME – 10/1
• Others – 14/1+

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: SIXTY PLUS – Still well-in, top-rated, dominant last time, and handles the track ideally.
• Each-Way Saver: INDEPENDENT JIMMY – Reliable handicapper who should be finishing well off a strong pace.

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17:17 Worcester – Dolphin Tec Amateur Riders’ Handicap Hurdle (Class 5, 2m7f, Good)

Pace Analysis: An Even tempo is forecast, with the field lacking natural front-runners. This could advantage those with tactical speed or who race prominently. The pace should boost the prospects of FINE BY ME (IRE) over MAYOS VENDANGEUR (IRE). Worcester typically favors those up with the pace in steadily-run staying hurdles.

Runner Comments:

• FINE BY ME (IRE) (EPF: 1)
  • Form: Modest handicap hurdler, but won at Stratford in early-2024/25 and was a solid second over C&D last time, clear of the third. Proven over the trip, consistent form, and goes well for amateurs.
  • Pace: His low EPF suggests he’ll race close to the pace, ideal for this setup.
  • Flags: Prone to mistakes; wears a tongue tie.
• STAR LEGEND (IRE) (EPF: 1.5)
  • Form: Fairly useful on Flat and over hurdles, shaping well in his last three hurdle starts. Reliable and tough, with his flat form remaining competitive.
  • Pace: Holds a low EPF, so should be well positioned tactically.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer James Owen has a 25% strike rate with staying hurdlers and a 24% strike rate in summer.
• JACK THE SAVAGE (EPF: 3.5)
  • Form: Modest handicap hurdler who often fails to see out his races. Can travel well but often finds little late, stamina is a worry.
  • Pace: Expected to be prominent early, but might trade lower than his Betfair SP.
  • Flags: Had a breathing operation; wears headgear and a tongue tie.
• NO REMATCH (IRE) (EPF: 4)
  • Form: Pulled up last time and has been inconsistent. A risky proposition.
  • Flags: Had a breathing operation; wears cheekpieces and a tongue tie.
• BIG BEE HIVE (IRE) (EPF: +5)
  • Form: Modest handicap hurdler, won in June but disappointing since. Inconsistent, but dangerous if bouncing back; prefers soft ground.
  • Flags: Usually wears headgear and a tongue tie.
• MAYOS VENDANGEUR (IRE) (EPF: 4.5)
  • Form: Promising profile since joining Lucinda Russell, shaping much better than results imply.
  • Pace: The even pace might be marginally against her as she’s a strong-finisher type.
  • Flags: Usually wears a tongue tie and has worn cheekpieces.
  • Smart Stat: Trainer Lucinda Russell has a £41.75 profit with single runners in hurdles.
• PRESENTING YEATS (IRE) (EPF: 2.5)
  • Form: Bumper winner, but has lost form since his Stratford win and looks regressive.
  • Flags: Had a breathing operation; wears headgear and a tongue tie; temperamental.
• LYNESS DANCER (EPF: 3.5)
  • Form: Progressive when healthy, winning at Huntingdon in May. Pulled up last time after breaking a blood vessel. If fully recovered, she’s lightly raced with upside.
• HIGHWAY HERO (EPF: 2)
  • Form: Poor form over hurdles, still learning, and likely outclassed.
  • Flags: Wears a tongue tie and has tried cheekpieces.
• JUNGLE WOOD (FR) (EPF: 1.5)
  • Form: Unexposed, hinted at ability with a staying-on third over shorter last time. Open to progress off a light weight.
  • Flags: Wears a tongue tie.

Private Tissue Estimate:

• FINE BY ME – 3/1
• STAR LEGEND – 4/1
• LYNESS DANCER – 6/1
• MAYOS VENDANGEUR – 13/2
• JUNGLE WOOD – 8/1
• BIG BEE HIVE – 10/1
• JACK THE SAVAGE – 14/1
• NO REMATCH – 20/1
• PRESENTING YEATS – 25/1
• HIGHWAY HERO – 33/1

ChatGPT Smart Plays:

• Win Selection: FINE BY ME – Proven, tactically versatile, and still improving, with solid recent form and ideal pace setup.
• Each-Way Saver: LYNESS DANCER – Strong when right and worth forgiving her latest run due to a physical issue. Also consider JUNGLE WOOD who could improve on his recent eye-catching third.