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1.48 Hamilton: DX Academy Industry Expertise For You Apprentice Handicap (1m½f, Soft)

Horse	TimeWise Total Rating	Recent TimeWise Form (LR, 2LR, 3LR)
4 James Park Woods (IRE)	228	71, 33, 14
2 One More Bottle	217	60, 25, 16

4 James Park Woods (IRE) (Master Top Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
This 9-year-old has a poor strike-rate for most of his career. He returned to form recently, winning at Bath (1m, good to soft) on 13 September, and followed up two days later at Brighton (1m, soft).
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Arrives in rude health, having won two races this month. He is carrying a penalty but runs off a mark just 2lb higher than his last win. Considered a strong candidate.
Weaknesses: Has a historically poor strike-rate.
Suitability: Highly suited by recent form and handicap mark despite the penalty.

2 One More Bottle (Master Second Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
The horse got off the mark in a first-time visor (retained since) in an Ayr classified race (1m, good to soft) in July. Since then, this 4-year-old has continued in good form, finishing third in handicaps at Catterick (7f, soft/good) on its last two runs.
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: In good, solid form following a breakthrough win in July.
Weaknesses: None specified, but ranked second to James Park Woods in the overall assessment.
Suitability: Holds solid claims.

Spotlight Verdict

The 9yo JAMES PARK WOODS (nap) arrives in rude health, having won at Bath and Brighton this month, and he can complete a quickfire hat-trick. One More Bottle is also in good form and is feared most ahead of On The Bubble.

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2.23 Hamilton: PMA Recruitment Services & WE Contracts EBF Restricted Maiden Stakes (6f, Soft)

Horse	TimeWise Total Rating	Recent TimeWise Form (LR, 2LR, 3LR)
2 Nevasca Cinza	282	78, 0, 0
3 Showtown (IRE)	274	81, 36, 15

2 Nevasca Cinza (Master Top Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
This 2-year-old made its debut three weeks ago at Carlisle (6f, good) and recovered from a slow start to finish a close third. The debut run saw strong market support (backed into 9-4 from 20-1).
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Highly unexposed and open to improvement following an encouraging debut performance. The strong market support on debut suggests ability. Ranks as second choice in the Spotlight Verdict.
Weaknesses: None explicitly listed, other than a slow start on debut.
Suitability: One to consider based on debut promise.

3 Showtown (IRE) (Master Second Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
This 2-year-old was runner-up at Pontefract (6f, good) on its second career start, and subsequently finished second again over this course and distance (C&D) (good to soft) last month.
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Consistent form shown by placing second twice recently, including over C&D. Capable of giving a good account.
Weaknesses: Ranks behind two rivals (Passing Thought and Nevasca Cinza) in the Spotlight Verdict.
Suitability: A first win could be imminent.

Spotlight Verdict

The filly PASSING THOUGHT was beaten just a head at Goodwood last month on her second start and is taken to get off the mark today. Nevasca Cinza was a close third on his debut at Carlisle three weeks ago, having been very well backed, and he is second choice ahead of C&D runner-up Showtown.

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2.58 Hamilton: Sir Ian Good Memorial Nursery (5f, Soft)

Horse	TimeWise Total Rating	Recent TimeWise Form (LR, 2LR, 3LR)
4 Dandy Style (IRE)	279	83, 30, 21
6 Jungle Monarch (IRE)	266	63, 36, 16

4 Dandy Style (IRE) (Master Top Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
Made all at Thirsk (6f, good) in July on its second start, and finished fourth in a novice race there later that month. On its nursery debut last time out, the 2-year-old finished a close third over 5f at Thirsk (good), behind the eventual winner and Mighty Magnus. Showed promise on good to soft ground on debut.
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Demonstrated promise on good to soft ground. Expected to be “bang there” and is feared most by the Spotlight selection.
Weaknesses: None explicitly stated.
Suitability: Holds every chance.

6 Jungle Monarch (IRE) (Master Second Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
Finished close-up in two 5f novices (good to firm/good). On its nursery debut at Windsor (6f, good to soft) three weeks ago, it finished fourth. Shaped as though the return to 5f would be beneficial.
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Expected to be suited by the return to the 5f trip.
Weaknesses: Ranked lower than Desert Jungle and Dandy Style in the assessment.
Suitability: Not ruled out.

Spotlight Verdict

The filly DESERT JUNGLE finished behind Dandy Style and Mighty Magnus at Thirsk 16 days ago, but this speedy sort fared much the best of the four who stayed on the far side and earns the vote. Dandy Style is feared most ahead of Mighty Magnus.

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3.33 Hamilton: DX Academy Off The Tools Handicap (1m4f, Soft)

Horse	TimeWise Total Rating	Recent TimeWise Form (LR, 2LR, 3LR)
1 Spanish Hustle	269	53, 32, 24
2 Tafsir (USA)	265	66, 32, 21

1 Spanish Hustle (Master Top Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
This 7-year-old is a six-time course winner on various types of ground, including twice this summer. He has been below the top of his game on his last two starts at Hamilton.
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Excellent course specialist (six wins). Drops back down in grade today. Effective on various ground types.
Weaknesses: Has not been performing to his usual standard recently.
Suitability: Not discounted.

2 Tafsir (USA) (Master Second Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
Lost a lot of ground at the start at Ayr last Thursday, but despite the circumstances, managed to finish third of six (beaten just over 9l). Three of her last four wins have occurred at Hamilton, including winning this race last year.
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: A proven course specialist, having won four times at Hamilton, including this specific race last season. Considered capable of winning. Selected as the expected winner by the Spotlight Verdict.
Weaknesses: Suffered major starting issues recently, posing a risk.
Suitability: Excellent candidate, particularly favoured by course history.

Spotlight Verdict

This can go to TAFSIR who has won four times at Hamilton, including this race last season, and she is taken to post her first win of the year. Handicap newcomer Chico Magnifica remains of interest despite his flop at Catterick and he is second choice, ahead of fellow 3yo Twilight Safari.

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4.08 Hamilton: Heineken Low & No Bar Handicap (5f, Soft)

Horse	TimeWise Total Rating	Recent TimeWise Form (LR, 2LR, 3LR)
5 Impressor (IRE)	247	79, 22, 14
3 Military Girl (IRE)	236	68, 26, 11

5 Impressor (IRE) (Master Top Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
This 8-year-old returned to form when finishing third of 15 at Doncaster (6f, good) ten days ago. Ran a fine race, keeping on well for second over 6f here yesterday. All of his wins have been achieved on slow ground.
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Highly suited by slow ground conditions; all wins are on slow ground. Holds strong claims due to back-to-back fine recent runs. Lots in his favour.
Weaknesses: Ranked second in the Spotlight Verdict to Never Dark.
Suitability: Holds strong claims.

3 Military Girl (IRE) (Master Second Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
This 3-year-old has two wins from nine starts. Ran pretty well when finishing fifth of 13 at Catterick (5f, good) a fortnight ago. Its sole previous encounter with slow ground resulted in a win (a 2yo maiden on good to soft).
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Has won on slow ground previously. Ran creditably in recent outing.
Weaknesses: Not included in the final shortlist in the Spotlight Verdict.
Suitability: Respected.

Spotlight Verdict

Impressor went close over 6f here yesterday and holds strong claims again under conditions he will relish. NEVER DARK also has his ideal conditions and gets the nod ahead of another two-time C&D winner in Digital, who returned from a break with a good run at Leicester recently.

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4.43 Hamilton: Book Your Christmas Parties Here Handicap (6f, Soft)

Horse	TimeWise Total Rating	Recent TimeWise Form (LR, 2LR, 3LR)
4 I Need Your Love	232	66, 27, 9
5 Simply Blue	230	61, 26, 14

4 I Need Your Love (Master Top Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
This prominent racer was fourth of 12 at Southwell (6f, AW) last month. She continues to drop down the weights.
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Fine on soft ground. Dropping down the weights. Selected as the winner in the Spotlight Verdict.
Weaknesses: None explicitly listed.
Suitability: Has a chance.

5 Simply Blue (Master Second Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
This 3-year-old is yet to win after 13 starts but consistently runs well, including a close third of nine at Lingfield (6f, AW) a fortnight ago. Effective on good to soft ground.
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Consistent performer. Strong chance of being in the mix. Ranked second in the Spotlight Verdict.
Weaknesses: Still a maiden after 13 starts. Unraced on ground softer than good to soft.
Suitability: Every chance of being in the mix.

Spotlight Verdict

This may not take much winning and I NEED YOUR LOVE, who is fine on soft ground, ran well at Southwell last time. She is the selection ahead of Simply Blue, who was third at Lingfield a fortnight ago. Mister Sky Blue is third choice.

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5.15 Hamilton: Hampton By Hilton Hamilton Park Confined Handicap (6f, Soft)

Horse	TimeWise Total Rating	Recent TimeWise Form (LR, 2LR, 3LR)
4 Kode Secret (IRE)	227	64, 22, 13
5 The Gay Blade	194	45, 22, 11

4 Kode Secret (IRE) (Master Top Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
Won on soft ground last season. Ran okay in third on his first outing since May at Leicester (6f, good) a fortnight ago, although he posed no threat to the front two.
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Proven soft ground winner. Capable of building on his recent third-place finish. Preferred over Back Before Dark in the verdict’s second choice.
Weaknesses: Finished without threatening the leaders last time out.
Suitability: Possible player.

5 The Gay Blade (Master Second Rated)

Summary of Recent Form and Supplied Comments
A two-time C&D winner who is effective on soft ground. Was runner-up on his first two starts this season. Form dipped in June/July but he typically runs well after a break and has been freshened up.
Assessment of Chances
Strengths: Excellent course and ground suitability (two-time C&D winner, effective on soft). Expected to run well following a break. Completed the Spotlight shortlist.
Weaknesses: Form dipped during mid-summer.
Suitability: Could be in the mix.

Spotlight Verdict

The return to a sprint trip is a positive for BACK BEFORE DARK, who went close on soft ground last October. She is preferred over Kode Secret, who could build on his recent third at Leicester. The Gay Blade has been freshened up and completes the shortlist.