1.48 British EBF Peter Willett Future Stayers’ Maiden Stakes (GBB/GBBPlus)

This Class 2 race for 2-year-olds covers 1 mile on soft ground with a total prize value of £30,000.

• I Can Dance (TimeWise Rank: 1st, Total 262)
  • Performance & Form: I Can Dance showed promising form on his debut, finishing a clear second behind a highly-regarded Godolphin newcomer at Newmarket (7f, good to firm). His Racing Post Rating (RPR) of 81 from that run is the best in this field. Trainer Charlie Johnston has a 56% form rating in the last 14 days. The spotlight verdict also considers him the most appealing contender, noting he likely “bumped into a good one” on his debut.
  • Conditions: His connections are not concerned about him running on slower ground.
  • Assessment: With the best RPR and trainer confidence regarding the ground, I Can Dance is a strong contender, even with limited race experience.
• Last Verse (TimeWise Rank: 2nd, Total 246)
  • Performance & Form: This 75,000 euros son of Camelot was beaten just under 6 lengths in 7f novices at Haydock (good to firm) and York (good). Trainer A Balding has a high 75% form rating in the last 14 days. While his previous form is not the strongest in the race, he is expected to improve as he steps up to 1 mile.
  • Conditions: The sources do not explicitly mention his suitability for soft ground, but his anticipated improvement over a longer distance is a factor.
  • Assessment: Last Verse has a decent trainer and is expected to benefit from the increased distance, making him a potential place-getter, as suggested by the spotlight which places him second preference after Lopeo.

2.23 Virgin Bet Fillies’ Nursery Handicap

This Class 4 handicap for 2-year-old fillies is run over 6 furlongs on soft ground with a total prize value of £20,000.

• Anaisa (TimeWise Rank: 1st, Total 342)
  • Performance & Form: Anaisa comes into this race after a career-best win in a Listed race at Ripon (6f, good) last week, for which she carries a penalty. Trainer T Easterby has a 56% form rating in the last 14 days. The spotlight tips her as the most appealing choice despite the penalty.
  • Conditions: Her only previous run on ground slower than good was at Epsom (50-1), suggesting her performance in those conditions should be viewed with caution. Genuine soft ground would be a first for her.
  • Assessment: While she is in top form, the soft ground presents an unknown factor. Her recent Listed win and the associated penalty could make this a tougher assignment, but her class is evident.
• Nifty (TimeWise Rank: 2nd, Total 337)
  • Performance & Form: Nifty has consistently improved her RPRs with each outing, securing comfortable wins on the All-Weather (AW) and narrowly prevailing on fast ground at Salisbury (6f). Trainer R Hughes has a 61% form rating in the last 14 days.
  • Conditions: Soft ground will be a new experience for Nifty, and her sire preferred quick ground, raising questions about her adaptability to the conditions. Genuine soft ground would be a first for her.
  • Assessment: She appears to be on a reasonable mark, but her lack of experience on soft ground and sire’s preference for faster conditions could be a disadvantage.

2.58 Virgin Bet Supports Safe Gambling Handicap

This Class 4 handicap is run over 5 furlongs on soft ground with a total prize value of £12,650.

• Nogo’s Dream (TimeWise Rank: 1st, Total 296)
  • Performance & Form: Nogo’s Dream has a history of performing well at this course, including a fourth-place finish in a 20-runner race over C&D at the Glorious fixture. He also ran mid-division in a Racing League handicap. His penultimate effort suggests he is a respected contender. Trainer R Hughes has a 61% form rating in the last 14 days.
  • Conditions: The conditions (soft ground) will not faze him.
  • Assessment: With proven course form and a preference for softer ground, Nogo’s Dream is a strong candidate and is considered to have a chance by the spotlight.
• Another Baar (TimeWise Rank: 2nd, Total 285)
  • Performance & Form: Another Baar is in exceptional form, having won three consecutive races since blinkers were added, including a comfortable win at Brighton (extended 5f, good to firm) the day before this race. Trainer A Keatley has a 69% form rating in the last 14 days.
  • Conditions: He is reported to be fine on slow ground.
  • Assessment: Despite carrying a double penalty, his current winning streak and adaptability to slow ground make him a formidable opponent. The spotlight also identifies him as having a chance.

3.33 Cleansing Service Group Novice Stakes (GBB Race)

This Class 4 novice race for 3-year-olds and upwards is run over 1 mile 2 furlongs on soft ground with a total prize value of £15,000.

• Jupiter Ammon (TimeWise Rank: 1st, Total 286)
  • Performance & Form: Jupiter Ammon has shown good form, being narrowly held on his handicap debut at Sandown (1m2f, good to firm) and finishing a 3-length sixth in a valuable race at the big meeting here (good). Trainer A Balding has a 75% form rating in the last 14 days.
  • Conditions: The sources indicate he performs well on good ground, and his form suggests he can handle a competitive race.
  • Assessment: He is firmly heading in the right direction and returns to a novice race with a good chance, as highlighted by the spotlight.
• Master Vintner (TimeWise Rank: 2nd, Total 264)
  • Performance & Form: Master Vintner finished a 5-length third to St Leger favourite Scandinavia in a 1m2f maiden at Navan (good) three months ago for his previous trainer. While potentially flattered by that form, he is now making his first start for Ralph Beckett (62% form rating in last 14 days).
  • Conditions: His previous run was on good ground.
  • Assessment: The spotlight expects him to make a winning debut for Ralph Beckett, suggesting he is one to watch closely.

4.08 Royal Sussex Regiment Handicap (GBBPlus Race)

This Class 2 handicap for 3-year-olds and upwards covers 2 miles on soft ground with a total prize value of £25,000.

• Divine Comedy (TimeWise Rank: 1st, Total 310)
  • Performance & Form: Divine Comedy, a 7-year-old, was highly competitive in the 2m4f Ascot Stakes (good to firm) in June, his last known run. Trainer H Eustace has a 57% form rating in the last 14 days.
  • Conditions: A softer surface is expected to be beneficial for him.
  • Assessment: He is considered to have a good chance, with the soft ground being a positive factor. The spotlight lists him as the second choice.
• Novelista (TimeWise Rank: 2nd, Total 300)
  • Performance & Form: This 3-year-old maiden has been showing potential, running well at the big meeting over 1m4f and not disgracing herself in the 1m6f Melrose at York. Trainer Charlie Johnston has a 56% form rating in the last 14 days.
  • Conditions: She is the only 3-year-old in the field, handles all types of ground, and the step up to 2 miles could suit her.
  • Assessment: Novelista is expected to break her maiden status soon, and the longer trip could be to her advantage.

4.43 Livescorebet Handicap

This Class 5 handicap for 3-year-olds and upwards is run over 1 mile 2 furlongs on soft ground with a total prize value of £10,650.

• Platinum Prince (TimeWise Rank: 1st, Total 253)
  • Performance & Form: Platinum Prince has an excellent record at this course, with his last three wins occurring here, most recently 11 days ago over 1m1f. Trainer G & J Moore has a 48% form rating in the last 14 days. He is raised 3lb and has a 7lb claimer on board.
  • Conditions: He handles the ground well.
  • Assessment: With strong course form and suitability to the conditions, Platinum Prince is a solid chance and is “always to be feared here”.
• Bownder (TimeWise Rank: 2nd, Total 243)
  • Performance & Form: Bownder, a 3-year-old, is a C&D winner from June on good ground and performs well on soft conditions. Trainer J Portman has a 71% form rating in the last 14 days. He finished as “best of the rest” when close to an in-form favourite at Newbury.
  • Conditions: He handles soft ground.
  • Assessment: Despite being relatively high in the weights, Bownder has each-way claims and is expected to run well.

5.18 Virgin Bet A Good Bet Handicap

This Class 4 handicap for 3-year-olds and upwards is run over 6 furlongs on soft ground with a total prize value of £12,650.

• Englemere (TimeWise Rank: 1st, Total 289)
  • Performance & Form: Englemere, a Listed winner as a 2-year-old, has struggled this season in higher-level races and a Royal Ascot handicap. Trainer G Boughey has a 39% form rating in the last 14 days.
  • Conditions: She handles slow ground.
  • Assessment: Despite handling slow ground, she enters with “questions to answer” due to her recent form. The spotlight verdict does not place her in the top two preferences for this race.
• Eye Of Dubai (TimeWise Rank: 2nd, Total 270)
  • Performance & Form: Eye Of Dubai is potentially well-handicapped but has only shown good form once this season, a runner-up finish at Ripon (6f, good) two runs ago. Trainer J & S Quinn has a 33% form rating in the last 14 days. His last AW run was forgettable.
  • Conditions: He performs well on soft ground.
  • Assessment: He is “hard to dismiss” given his potential and preference for soft ground, and the spotlight suggests he could be given another chance after a return to form.