5.00 Ffos Las – Class 6 Handicap, 1m3f209y (3yo+, 46-60)

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Pace Angle: Likely even pace. No habitual front-runners, but several midfield to prominent types including Sea Of Charm, Moab, and Jimmy Mark, ensuring a sensible gallop.
Draw Angle: Low to middle draws have a slight edge at this trip at Ffos Las, especially if the field is tightly packed turning in. Stalls 1–5 ideal.


Strongest Contenders

Sea Of Charm – Proven (RPR 69, Blinkers back on)
Seasoned campaigner with a strong Class 6 record (multiple wins over this trip). Victory at Windsor last time under an assertive ride showed her in good heart. The blinkers remain on and she’s drawn well in stall 5. Has won at the trip and on the ground. Slight temperament doubts but clear class angle.

Jimmy Mark – Proven (RPR 66, Drawn 1)
Has been in consistent form all summer, including a narrow second behind Sea Of Charm last time. Handles trip and ground, and well drawn to get a good position. Running style (stalker from midfield) suits this race shape. Up 1lb but very solid.

Moab – Unexposed on the Flat (RPR 69, lightly raced profile)
Only Flat start this season showed promise at Newbury in a better race, denied a run late. Well-treated if transferring hurdles form (102 RPR) back to this sphere. Drops to Class 6 for the first time. Drawn 4 and can go forward. Rider claims 5lb. Potential improver.


Main Dangers

Rogue Justice – Unexposed (RPR 55, lightly raced 3yo)
Form has progressed in three starts, including plugging-on third in maiden last time. Enters handicaps off 59 and bred to stay. Trainer has a solid place strike rate with these types. Drawn 3, positive tactics expected.

Saachi – Inconsistent but has pieces of form (RPR 75 peak)
Back down in grade and trip after a solid third at Leicester. Needs to settle better, but holds a live chance off this mark if reproducing his Leicester or Epsom efforts. Vulnerable late, but has place potential.


Interesting Outsiders

Beaune – 3yo with potential stamina edge (RPR 62)
Two decent turf runs here at Ffos Las, shaping as though a stiffer test would suit. By Blue Point out of a Frankel mare, pedigree leans more stamina than sprint. Drawn 6 and runs from bottom weight. Has place claims if staying.


Runner Scores and Suitability Analysis

  • Sea Of Charm: 8/10 – Proven, recent winner, consistent at this level.
  • Moab: 8/10 – Back on the Flat, unexposed, positive booking and draw.
  • Jimmy Mark: 7/10 – Consistent, just behind top-rated last time, well drawn.
  • Rogue Justice: 6/10 – Early profile suggests improvement likely in handicaps.
  • Saachi: 6/10 – Can run well at this level but lacks finish.
  • Beaune: 6/10 – Track form and breeding suggest this longer trip could suit.
  • Others (Top Spin Lob, Miss Bella Vista, etc.): 5/10 or less – Minor claims, largely exposed.

Keep an eye on the market for support or big drifts for 3yo runners or those switching codes.
Watch out for runners returning quickly in form – Jimmy Mark is one.


Each-Way Angles:

Yes, with 8 runners, three places available. Beaune at a price looks viable for each-way players, especially if 10/1 or bigger.


Private Tissue Estimate (Top 6):

  • Sea Of Charm – 3/1
  • Moab – 4/1
  • Jimmy Mark – 5/1
  • Rogue Justice – 13/2
  • Saachi – 7/1
  • Beaune – 10/1
  • Others – 14/1+

Summary + Professional Punter View (Smart Play)

A competitive low-grade handicap with a few standout form angles. Sea Of Charm remains the proven, solid performer at this level, and her last win at Windsor confirms she’s still in peak form. Moab is the most intriguing runner, dropping back from hurdling and showing untapped potential in handicaps. Draw and rider help the case.


Smart Play:

Win Selection: Sea Of Charm – consistent, track-suited, and tactical.
Each-Way Saver: Beaune – 3yo stamina angle, Ffos Las form, bottom weight.

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