Ffos Las; Based on the sources provided, here is a comprehensive breakdown of the Ffos Las races in chronological order.

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1.55 Felinfoel RFC 150th Anniversary Novice Amateur Jockeys’ Handicap (1m 2f, Soft)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

The top two rated horses in this race are:

  1. First Greyed (Total 231)
  2. Fiddlers Green (Total 219)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form SummaryComments
First Greyed8-8111Was in excellent form on Tapeta in the spring when last seen, winning three races in a row (1m-8.6f) with a refitted visor. The return to turf on the slow side of good ground is not expected to be a problem, but his fitness and stamina need to be proven today.
Fiddlers Green4-5721Posted a clear second place finish at Chepstow (1m4f, soft) in June, and then won at Kempton (1m3f, AW) the following month. After a 3lb rise, he is likely still on a workable mark and is considered a likely contender.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight Verdict suggests that the race can go to SALARIA, who achieved a clearcut success on her stable debut at Pontefract ten days ago and has scope to build on that win. While First Greyed was in excellent form on Tapeta in the spring, a subsequent six-month break might have checked his momentum. Fiddlers Green is suggested as a bigger threat to Salaria.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: The race is open to horses aged 3yo+. Runners range from 3yo to 8yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided in the race statistics tables for this track.
  • Trainer Records (W-R): T Faulkner (1-7, 17%), John O’Shea (0-23, 0%), B Llewellyn (8-99, 100% in last 14 days), E Williams (1-13, 0%). Note that B Llewellyn is currently running 100% to form based on the last 14 days.

Assessment of the Top Two

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
First GreyedProven winner (three consecutive AW wins). Handles slow ground.Returning from a six-month break, which might affect momentum. Fitness and stamina are questioned over this trip/ground.Expected to handle the soft ground and distance, but needs to prove fitness.
Fiddlers GreenRecent winner (AW) and placed well on soft turf. Mark remains workable.None explicitly stated, but the Spotlight favours Salaria.Distance suits, expected to handle soft ground.

2.30 Dyfed Recycling Restricted Maiden Stakes (7½f, Soft)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

The top two rated horses in this race are:

  1. Astrazar (Total 310)
  2. Lavender Gold (Total 274)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form SummaryComments
Astrazar72424Has made the frame in the last four of his five appearances. Posted a commendable fourth place out of 21 runners in a valuable sales race at York (6f, good to firm). He has been shaping as though today’s step up in trip (beyond 6f) will suit, but he is untested on ground slower than good.
Lavender Gold73Improved significantly from an encouraging debut (7f). Kept on well to finish third in a novice event at Windsor (1m, soft) this month. He is likely to improve again and has proven ability on ground slower than good.

Spotlight Verdict

While Lavender Gold‘s proven ability on ground slower than good is a significant selling point, ASTRAZAR sets the form standard based on his fourth-place finish in a big-field 6f sales race at York. Astrazar has been shaping as though the step up in trip will suit him. Nicely Timed is also noted as having enough potential on debut to feature.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 2yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided.
  • Trainer Records (W-R): E Walker (8-45, 46%), H Charlton (1-12, 80%), H Morrison (11-43, 67%), D Menuisier (2-14, 60%), R Beckett (13-40, 45%).

Assessment of the Top Two

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
AstrazarSets the form standard based on a strong performance in a valuable race. Expected to relish the step up to 7½f.Untested on soft ground.Strong claims if stamina holds and he handles the soft ground.
Lavender GoldProven ability on soft ground (at Windsor). Should be open to further improvement.Only two career starts.Excellent suitability for the likely soft conditions and handling the extended trip.

3.05 Congratulations To Felinfoel RFC Nursery Handicap (5f, Soft)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

The top two rated horses in this race are:

  1. Supreme Diamond (Total 271)
  2. Proof (Total 233)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form SummaryComments
Supreme Diamond9531Showed an improved effort when winning a 5f fillies’ maiden at Bath two weeks ago on heavy ground. This was her first time experiencing ground slower than good, suggesting she could have more to offer on her nursery debut. Strong claims.
Proof924435Earlier efforts suggest he should be competitive at this level. He appears to handle soft ground. However, he was given a stiff task last time at Doncaster, and others might be open to greater progress.

Spotlight Verdict

The verdict favours SUPREME DIAMOND, noting that she improved on slower ground at Bath two weeks ago and is capable of following up on her nursery debut. Although Forever Glamorous is expected to run well returning to 5f, Supreme Diamond is preferred.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 2yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided.
  • Trainer Records (W-R): Clive Cox (3-23, 33%), C Hills (3-24, 69%), A Balding (14-64, 65%), John O’Shea (2-23, 0%).

Assessment of the Top Two

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
Supreme DiamondRecent win on heavy ground, indicating suitability for soft conditions. Potential for further improvement on handicap debut.None explicitly noted in the comments.High suitability for soft ground and trip, leading contender.
ProofHandles soft ground. Previous form competitive for this level.May lack the scope for progression seen in rivals.Handles soft ground, reasonable chances based on previous class exposure.

3.40 Diplomat Hotel Handicap (1m, Soft)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

The top two rated horses in this race are:

  1. Fifty Sent (Total 232)
  2. Blue Point Express (Total 210)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form SummaryComments
Fifty Sent331461Has won twice this year, including emphatically over C&D on soft ground in August. He stays 1m2f on soft ground. The 5lb rise is considered manageable, giving him a solid chance.
Blue Point Express604616His most recent success was over 7f at Chepstow (soft) this month, breaking his maiden. Although most of his races have been over shorter distances, his stamina proved adequate over 1m when finishing sixth at Bath recently. He should be closely involved.

Spotlight Verdict

The definitive selection is FIFTY SENT (nap), due to him making it two wins from his last four starts, coming clear over C&D on soft ground last month, making him the one to beat. Change Of Fortune is in good form and should be involved.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 3yo+. Horses range from 3yo to 6yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided.
  • Trainer Records (W-R): B Llewellyn (8-99, 100% in last 14 days), T Faulkner (1-7, 17%), A Wintle (6-52, 50%).

Assessment of the Top Two

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
Fifty SentProven C&D winner on soft ground. Handles up to 1m2f on soft ground. Strong chance despite the penalty.Carrying 5lb extra for his last win.Optimal suitability given recent form and confirmed soft ground performance.
Blue Point ExpressRecent winner on soft ground (7f). Stamina proven adequate for 1m.Traditionally races over shorter distances.Should cope well with the soft ground and is expected to be competitive.

4.15 Celtic Couriers Handicap (5f, Soft)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

The top two rated horses in this race are:

  1. Roach Power (Total 268)
  2. Four Adaay (Total 255)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form SummaryComments
Roach Power113336Won over C&D in July (good ground) and followed up at Chepstow shortly after. He has shown better form in defeat since those wins. He is viewed as a leading contender, although the field is competitive.
Four Adaay252147Secured a C&D win last month, taking advantage of a favourable opportunity. He has struggled off higher marks in two subsequent runs. Conditions (soft) will be fine for him.

Spotlight Verdict

The race is competitive with five of the six runners arriving in fine form. Roach Power is greatly respected. However, the selection is GUITEAU, who responded well to first-time accessories last time, and a 5lb rise for that wide-margin success (over 6f) could be lenient. The drop to 5f is an unknown, but his stamina should be an asset.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 3yo+. All runners are aged 5yo to 8yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided.
  • Trainer Records (W-R): M Wigham (1-3, 75%), G Harris (5-52, 30%), F Bramley (2-4, 0%), B Millman (13-76, 40%), A Wintle (6-52, 50%).

Assessment of the Top Two

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
Roach PowerProven C&D winner. Strong form earlier this season.Recent form figure is only a sixth.Leading contender, proven C&D ability.
Four AdaayPrevious C&D winner; conditions are fine.Struggled when penalized for his last win.Suitability for soft ground at C&D is confirmed.

4.50 Evo Ultra Handicap (2m, Soft)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

The top two rated horses in this race are:

  1. Russian Rumour (Total 287)
  2. Jedhi Knight (Total 225)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form SummaryComments
Russian Rumour525153Has winning form over 2m1f on heavy ground last year. Her latest effort, finishing third in a Class 2 race over 1m6f (Bath, soft), was sound. She looks dangerous dropping to this lower grade.
Jedhi Knight033314Was awarded the race in the stewards’ room last month over C&D (good to soft) while wearing first-time cheekpieces. Was not effective on the AW last time out. He is fitted with new headgear (first-time blinkers) and has a definite chance if responding positively.

Spotlight Verdict

While Russian Rumour looks dangerous in this lower grade, she must concede considerable weight to the C&D winner JEDHI KNIGHT. Jedhi Knight can be excused his recent AW defeat and is preferred, having previously responded well to new headgear.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 3yo+. Horses range from 3yo to 10yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided.
  • Trainer Records (W-R): J Portman (4-17, 58%), D Ffrench Davis (0-13, 38%), H Morrison (11-43, 67%), B Llewellyn (8-99, 100% in last 14 days), Jedd O’Keeffe (1-3, 50%).

Assessment of the Top Two

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
Russian RumourProven winner on heavy ground. Dangerous in this class, good recent form.Must give away significant weight to the preferred contender, Jedhi Knight.High suitability for soft ground and trip.
Jedhi KnightC&D winner. Receives a large weight allowance. New headgear (blinkers) may bring improvement.Poor AW run needs to be excused.Well suited to C&D and softer ground. Preferred by the Spotlight due to weight advantage and headgear change.

5.25 Owens Group Handicap (7½f, Soft)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

The top two rated horses in this race are:

  1. Up The Anti (Total 224)
  2. Too Much Trevor (Total 222)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form SummaryComments
Up The Anti3166P2Won at Leicester (1m, good to firm) in June. Posted her best recent run (second place) for her new stable at Bath (1m, good to soft) a fortnight ago. The drop back in distance might be beneficial.
Too Much Trevor283344This 26-race maiden arrives having made the frame four times consecutively over 1m, including a very creditable third in a valuable series final. The 7½f trip suits him.

Spotlight Verdict

Preference is given to ROSEMARY’S ROSE, who performed well from the front in 0-65 company at Windsor four weeks ago and might be helped by this drop back in trip. Autumn Festival and King Of The Dance are also expected to be competitive.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 3yo+. Horses range from 3yo to 9yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided.
  • Trainer Records (W-R): B Llewellyn (8-99, 100% in last 14 days), E De Giles (5-50, 57%), A Haynes (1-19, 21%), A Carroll (6-51, 53%), A Wintle (6-52, 50%), R Harris (2-14, 100%), G Harris (5-52, 30%).

Assessment of the Top Two

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
Up The AntiRecent strong second place on good to soft ground. May benefit from dropping back in distance.Faces competitive opposition.Good recent form on ground similar to that expected.
Too Much TrevorConsistent in recent runs; suited by 7f.Long-standing maiden status (0-26) suggests he may be hard to win with.Suitability for trip is confirmed.

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