Worcester Race Analysis (26th September 2025)
1.07 BetWright Bangers NCash Novices Chase (GBB Race)
(Class 3, 2m 7f, Good, 3 runners)
Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):
- Coco Mademoiselle (IRE) (7yo): 321
- Secret Trix (8yo): 282
| Horse | Recent Form (LR-5LR – TimeWise Points) | Supplied Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Coco Mademoiselle (IRE) | 66, 52, 26, 10, 8 | A winning pointer/hurdler who progressed nicely over fences in the spring, landing a pair of 3m handicaps with ease. She failed to justify favouritism in the Summer Cup at Uttoxeter (3m2f, good) in June but has been given a break since, and this drop back to novice company, along with a shorter trip, could provide the ideal platform to get back in the winning groove. |
| Secret Trix | 64, 36, 15, 5, 5 | Has to cut out the mistakes back over fences. |
Spotlight Verdict:
This looks an ideal opportunity for COCO MADEMOISELLE to regain the winning thread, back in novice company after a break since a disappointing run in the Summer Cup. Secret Trix has to cut out the mistakes back over fences but is a clear second choice.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: 5yo 1-0-1, 6yo 0-1-1, 7yo 1-1-6, 8yo 0-0-2, 9yo 1-0-3.
- Fate of Favourites: 122.
- Trainers in this Race (w-pl-r): Dan Skelton 0-1-1.
Assessment of Master Top Two:
- Coco Mademoiselle (IRE) (TimeWise Total: 321):
- Strengths: Highest rated. Proven success over 3m fences earlier this season. The drop in grade (back to novice company) and shorter distance is expected to suit after a break following a below-par run.
- Weaknesses: Disappointing favourite last time out.
- Suitability: Highly suitable; she is the Spotlight selection and is expected to bounce back in this easier assignment.
- Secret Trix (TimeWise Total: 282):
- Strengths: Second highest rated and second choice of the Spotlight.
- Weaknesses: Must improve his jumping, as he is required to “cut out the mistakes back over fences”.
- Suitability: Moderate; relies on improvement in jumping technique to challenge the favourite.
1.37 BetWright Bet The Wright Way Handicap Chase
(Class 5, 2m ½f, Good, 12 runners)
Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):
- Rocks Up Late (IRE) (5yo): 284
- Claim Du Brizais (FR) (5yo): 265
| Horse | Recent Form (LR-5LR – TimeWise Points) | Supplied Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Rocks Up Late (IRE) | 89, 22, 21, 12, 8 | Is 4-5 since switched to fences this season (2m-2m2f, all on good ground). He bounced straight back from a sole blip when making all over C&D last month. Another bold bid looks on the cards off 3lb higher; cheekpieces are added. |
| Claim Du Brizais (FR) | 55, 25, 23, 6, 8 | Was a bumper/novice hurdle winner this spring. Never threatened when finishing an 8.5l third of four on his chase debut last month over 2m 2f, but should improve for the experience. He drops back in trip, and Harry Skelton takes over, so better can be expected. |
Spotlight Verdict:
Rocks Up Late is progressing well over fences and commands plenty of respect after a 3lb rise for his recent C&D win, but marginal preference is for ALSHADHIAN who was closing well at the finish that day and gets a 2lb pull at the weights. Claim Du Brizais, Gore Point and Superstylin are others who merit consideration. (Note: Alshadhian is rated 4th (236) by TimeWise).
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: 4yo 0-1-4, 5yo 2-1-6, 6yo 0-0-8, 7yo 0-2-8, 8yo 3-3-11, 9yo 3-1-8, 10yo 0-1-4, 11yo 0-0-1.
- Fate of Favourites: 11132132.
- Trainers in this Race (w-pl-r): Matt Sheppard 0-1-2.
Assessment of Master Top Two:
- Rocks Up Late (IRE) (TimeWise Total: 284):
- Strengths: Highest rated. Recent C&D winner who is in good form over fences (4 wins this season).
- Weaknesses: Must contend with a 3lb penalty for his recent win.
- Suitability: Highly suitable due to current form and course proven ability.
- Claim Du Brizais (FR) (TimeWise Total: 265):
- Strengths: Should improve substantially following his chase debut experience. The drop in trip and addition of top jockey Harry Skelton are positives.
- Weaknesses: Yet to win over fences.
- Suitability: Highly regarded for potential improvement and should be competitive given the jockey change and trip drop.
2.07 Bob Love King Of The Dirt Novices Handicap Chase
(Class 5, 2m 4f, Good, 11 runners)
Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):
- Independent Jimmy (6yo): 271
- Traveling Soldier (IRE) (7yo): 265
| Horse | Recent Form (LR-5LR – TimeWise Points) | Supplied Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Independent Jimmy | 90, 32, 18, 9, 5 | Opened his account over hurdles at the tenth attempt, holding on well to make all at Bangor. He is 4lb higher for this chasing debut but has obvious claims if he takes well to fences. |
| Traveling Soldier (IRE) | 70, 38, 17, 8, 4 | Has produced four good runs over fences this season, including a win at Market Rasen. He is suited by this C&D and good ground and is a leading contender. |
Spotlight Verdict:
The most obvious answer is TRAVELING SOLDIER, who has a solid record over fences this season and moves back up in trip after going close over 2m here three weeks ago. Chasing debutants Noble Recall and Independent Jimmy (preferred in that order) may fight out the minor honours.
Race Statistics:
No explicit race statistics were provided for this specific race in the sources.
Assessment of Master Top Two:
- Independent Jimmy (TimeWise Total: 271):
- Strengths: Highest rated. Recent hurdle winner who should be fit.
- Weaknesses: Must take well to fences on his chasing debut. The Spotlight prefers Traveling Soldier and another chasing debutant (Noble Recall) over him.
- Suitability: Depends entirely on his aptitude for jumping fences under race conditions.
- Traveling Soldier (IRE) (TimeWise Total: 265):
- Strengths: Spotlight selection. Proven chaser with a solid record this season. Suited by the C&D and the good ground.
- Weaknesses: Rated slightly lower than Independent Jimmy.
- Suitability: Highly suitable given his demonstrated form over fences and preference by the Spotlight.
2.42 trustatrader.com Fixed Brush Hurdle Series Final Novices Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)
(Class 2, 2m 4f, Good, 16 runners)
Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):
- Intosomethinggood (4yo): 338
- Service Minimum (FR) (5yo): 328
| Horse | Recent Form (LR-5LR – TimeWise Points) | Supplied Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Intosomethinggood | 102, 40, 24, 15, 6 | Came from off the pace to win easily at Bangor three weeks ago. He is now 3-5 over hurdles. He faces a tougher assignment under topweight on this handicap debut but ought to give another good account. |
| Service Minimum (FR) | 97, 35, 23, 9, 7 | Placed in all three bumpers last season. He is 2-3 since switched to hurdling this term, with his latter win gained over C&D last month. Should have some improvement to come in handicaps and needs to be taken seriously. |
Spotlight Verdict:
Several runners have appealing profiles… Dream Diamond (second choice) won very comfortably here on his recent stable debut… However, the suggestion is handicap debutant SQUIRE DANAGHER, who has made a relatively low-key start to his hurdling career but, if judged on his useful Irish Flat form, could be a different proposition in this sphere now he’s upped in trip with headgear back on. (Note: Squire Danagher is rated 16th (119) by TimeWise).
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: 4yo 0-2-9, 5yo 2-2-11, 6yo 0-3-13, 7yo 0-0-5, 8yo 1-0-1, 9yo 0-0-1.
- Fate of Favourites: 1P1.
- Trainers in this Race (w-pl-r): Dan Skelton 0-1-2.
Assessment of Master Top Two:
- Intosomethinggood (TimeWise Total: 338):
- Strengths: Highest rated. Highly progressive, entering the race 3-5 over hurdles.
- Weaknesses: Has the toughest task under topweight on his handicap debut in a Class 2 final.
- Suitability: High potential, expected to be very competitive if he handles the high weight.
- Service Minimum (FR) (TimeWise Total: 328):
- Strengths: Proven C&D winner recently. Expected to improve further in handicaps.
- Weaknesses: Faces Intosomethinggood and highly-touted newcomers/improvers.
- Suitability: Needs to be taken seriously, showing aptitude for the course and distance.
3.17 Silver Shine Grounds Services Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race)
(Class 4, 2m 4f, Good, 12 runners)
Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):
- Ice In The Veins (IRE) (5yo): 299
- Sir Hobnob (4yo): 282
| Horse | Recent Form (LR-5LR – TimeWise Points) | Supplied Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Ice In The Veins (IRE) | 81, 34, 17, 0, 0 | Course bumper winner. Found one too good when turned over at short odds on his hurdle debut where an untidy jump at the last proved costly. A big player with that experience behind him and the step up in trip likely to bring improvement. |
| Sir Hobnob | 83, 25, 0, 0, 0 | Built on a promising debut when staying on strongly to win a good-ground bumper at Bangor in April, shaping as though this longer trip might suit. The 167-day break is of little concern, and he needs respecting on hurdle debut. |
Spotlight Verdict:
Glance Of Glory (second choice) is open to any amount of progress now up in trip… However, ICE IN THE VEINS looked a shade unlucky on his hurdle debut at Warwick when a mistake at the last proved costly and he looks the one to beat now stepping up in distance.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: 4yo 1-0-4, 5yo 1-2-11, 6yo 1-3-11, 7yo 0-0-2, 8yo 0-1-1.
- Fate of Favourites: 221.
- Trainers in this Race (w-pl-r): Martin Keighley 1-0-2, Dan Skelton 0-1-2.
Assessment of Master Top Two:
- Ice In The Veins (IRE) (TimeWise Total: 299):
- Strengths: Highest rated and Spotlight selection. Already a course winner (bumper). Expected to improve for his hurdle debut experience and the extended trip.
- Weaknesses: Needs to avoid jumping mistakes.
- Suitability: Very suitable; strong chance if showing expected progression.
- Sir Hobnob (TimeWise Total: 282):
- Strengths: Excellent bumper form suggests the 2m 4f trip will suit.
- Weaknesses: Hurdle debutant.
- Suitability: Good potential, especially if the switch to hurdles goes smoothly.
3.52 BetWright: Bet The Right Way Handicap Hurdle
(Class 4, 2m 7f, Good, 8 runners)
Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):
- Supreme Yeats (IRE) (9yo): 297
- Ernest Gray (IRE) (8yo): 290
| Horse | Recent Form (LR-5LR – TimeWise Points) | Supplied Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Supreme Yeats (IRE) | 68, 44, 22, 12, 6 | Has a solid record (2214) this season. Gained success at Uttoxeter (2m7f, good) in his most recent Class 4 attempt. The Skelton runner enters calculations returned to this level. |
| Ernest Gray (IRE) | 74, 44, 12, 12, 7 | Produced sound performances since having wind surgery and wearing cheekpieces, including a win over C&D (good) in May. He has a solid chance in the retained headgear. |
Spotlight Verdict:
In retained cheekpieces back at the scene of his spring success, ERNEST GRAY is preferred. Supreme Yeats, another solid-looking contender, is second choice ahead of Sam’s Amour.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: 5yo 0-0-2, 6yo 2-3-12, 7yo 0-6-20, 8yo 1-2-12, 9yo 1-0-6, 10yo 3-0-3.
- Fate of Favourites: 6204F12.
- Trainers in this Race (w-pl-r): Alan King 0-1-1, Henry Daly 0-1-1.
Assessment of Master Top Two:
- Supreme Yeats (IRE) (TimeWise Total: 297):
- Strengths: Highest rated and consistent in Class 4 company this season.
- Weaknesses: None explicitly noted, although the Spotlight rates the second highest horse better.
- Suitability: Highly suitable, expected to be strongly competitive at this level.
- Ernest Gray (IRE) (TimeWise Total: 290):
- Strengths: Spotlight selection. Proven C&D winner who performs well in the retained cheekpieces following wind surgery.
- Weaknesses: Ran only creditably (fifth) last time out.
- Suitability: Very suitable; excellent course form and gear/surgery combination are major positives.
4.27 BetWright Safer Gambling Conditional Jockeys Handicap Hurdle
(Class 4, 2m, Good, 8 runners)
Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):
- High Court Judge (USA) (5yo): 303
- Grey Skies (IRE) (9yo): 301
| Horse | Recent Form (LR-5LR – TimeWise Points) | Supplied Comments |
|---|---|---|
| High Court Judge (USA) | 88, 20, 15, 13, 6 | Won a maiden at Huntingdon in May on his third hurdle start. Also scored on the Flat recently. In view of his Flat ability, he has potential off this opening hurdle mark. |
| Grey Skies (IRE) | 110, 45, 14, 6, 6 | Won over C&D (good) in July and followed up at Cartmel, winning both summer races by just a neck. He remains well treated on old form. |
Spotlight Verdict:
The 9yo TURPIN GOLD (nap) has thrived since joining Tom Lacey and can follow up last month’s stylish win at Newton Abbot. Grey Skies arrives on a hat-trick and is second choice ahead of multiple Flat winner High Court Judge, who makes his handicap hurdle debut. (Note: Turpin Gold is rated 3rd (288) by TimeWise).
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: 3yo 0-0-3, 4yo 1-1-14, 5yo 1-1-8, 6yo 0-4-8, 7yo 2-0-5, 8yo 0-1-4, 10yo 1-1-2.
- Fate of Favourites: 14211.
- Trainers in this Race (w-pl-r): Tom Lacey 1-0-1, Tony Carroll 0-1-2.
Assessment of Master Top Two:
- High Court Judge (USA) (TimeWise Total: 303):
- Strengths: Highest rated. Possesses strong Flat ability which indicates potential off his opening hurdle mark.
- Weaknesses: Making his handicap hurdle debut.
- Suitability: Considered a major player due to his unexposed nature and class potential.
- Grey Skies (IRE) (TimeWise Total: 301):
- Strengths: C&D winner who is aiming for a hat-trick. Remains well treated on old form and is the Spotlight second choice.
- Weaknesses: Both recent wins were narrow (by a neck).
- Suitability: Highly suitable, bringing strong recent winning form and proven C&D experience.
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