Is enjoying a renaissance for his new stable. He won over C&D and at Leicester, separated by a close second at Yarmouth. However, his latest 5lb rise might just find him out in this competitive race. Latest form is 326121.
Kings Merchant
650874
Has dropped a long way in the weights this year. His latest Carlisle fourth was better, and since that was his first attempt over 7f, he could take another step back in the right direction here. Latest form is 650874.
Spotlight Verdict
The selection is CANDONOMORE. He is now 3lb lower than for his latest success and ran well at Newmarket on Thursday. His pedigree suggests he should be at least as effective on AW. Black Storm and Enpassant come here in good order and are also greatly respected. Al Muqdad is handicapped to win and is a major player.
Race Statistics
Age Groups: 4yo+. Runners range from 4yo to 7yo.
Fate of Favourites: 1 winner from 7 runners.
Trainer Records (W-R): Bryan Smart (1-0-3), Iain Jardine (1-0-2), Michael Herrington (0-1-3).
Assessment of the Top Two
Horse
Strengths
Weaknesses
Suitability
Enpassant
Excellent recent form (three wins/places in recent starts). Proven C&D winner.
Carries a recent 5lb rise.
High suitability, given his recent C&D form.
Kings Merchant
Significantly dropped in the weights. Potential for improvement stepping back up to 7f.
Needs further progression to challenge the leaders.
Suitable for the distance and capable of taking a step forward.
Had wind surgery in June, which appears to have had a positive effect based on several near-misses on turf this summer. Although he was not at his best at Newcastle (1m) on his penultimate start, this field is weaker. He looks set to go well. Latest form is 002203.
Giant
895124
Won a 1m handicap at Chelmsford on his stable debut in August, making all. This was followed by two solid efforts on turf (off a lower mark). Stall 1 is perhaps not ideal, but he is not handicapped out of things.
Spotlight Verdict
LIR SPECIALE is preferred due to this representing a drop in class for him, suggesting he can take full advantage. The in-form Giant and Twilight Diamond (who responded well to a visor) are also highly considered. Three-time C&D winner King’s School is high on the list.
Race Statistics
Age Groups: 4yo+. Runners range from 4yo to 7yo.
Fate of Favourites: 1 winner from 7 runners.
Trainer Records (W-R): Brian Ellison (1-0-1), Iain Jardine (1-0-2), Gemma Tutty (0-1-2), Grant Tuer (0-1-4), Roger Fell (0-1-4).
Assessment of the Top Two
Horse
Strengths
Weaknesses
Suitability
Lir Speciale
Benefiting from wind surgery and is dropping in class. Should go well.
Poor previous performance at Newcastle (1m).
High suitability due to class drop and improved form.
Giant
Recent winner (AW) and has maintained solid form since. In good form.
Has won both her races since August, including over 1m4f and 2m. She is an in-form filly and is guaranteed to stay this trip. Latest form is 68171.
Both Of Us
045411
Lost his first seven races but won his last two. He was well on top when defying a penalty over this distance at Southwell. He carries another penalty here and loses the benefit of a 5lb claim, but he is clearly a leading contender.
Spotlight Verdict
The chances are that BOTH OF US remains ahead of the game despite another penalty and is expected to bring up his hat-trick. Queen Roslyn, Tiberio Force, and Saachi are all noted as each-way alternatives.
Race Statistics
Age Groups: 3yo+. Runners range from 3yo to 6yo.
Fate of Favourites: 1 winner from 1 runner.
Trainer Records (W-R): David O’Meara (1-0-1).
Assessment of the Top Two
Horse
Strengths
Weaknesses
Suitability
Queen Roslyn
In great form and confirmed stamina over 2m.
Latest wins came in smaller fields.
High suitability for the distance. Strong alternative selection.
Both Of Us
Strong recent form, aiming for a hat-trick. Decisive winner at this distance recently.
Carries a penalty and loses the 5lb apprentice claim.
Has raced exclusively here. Narrowly justified favouritism in a C&D handicap last time. The runner-up has since won twice, meaning Bragbor’s 6lb rise now looks favourable. He is described as intriguing.
Crack Shot
305443
Competitive in 1m/1m2f handicaps for his current yard. He was unlucky not to finish closer than 2l at Chester last time. Latest form is 305443.
Spotlight Verdict
A chance is taken on NORTH VIEW, who might raise his game over this longer trip. Bragbor (second choice) is highly intriguing due to his cost and progress at this course; the form of his handicap debut win has been franked. Per Contra and Jujubella are running well in defeat.
Race Statistics
Age Groups: 4yo+. Runners range from 4yo to 7yo.
Fate of Favourites: Not provided.
Trainer Records (W-R): No specific Newcastle trainer records for this race were provided.
Assessment of the Top Two
Horse
Strengths
Weaknesses
Suitability
Bragbor
Progressive, C&D winner, form has been franked. Current mark looks favourable.
None explicitly noted, although the Spotlight favoured North View.
High suitability; proven course and distance ability.
Crack Shot
Competitive at this distance and level. Ran well recently (Chester).
All three wins are at 1m, must prove he truly stays 1m2f strongly.
Competitive chance given recent form, but stamina is a slight query.
4.30 Gosforth Bark Raw Pet Food Specialists Handicap (1m 4f 98y, Standard)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated
Prince Of The Seas (Total 334)
Siempre Arturo (Total 329)
Recent Form and Comments
Horse
Recent Form Summary
Comments
Prince Of The Seas
6329 -55031
Lightly raced 3yo who rediscovered his form in a tongue-tie. He earned a narrow success at Goodwood (1m4f) recently. He may well have more to offer, despite a 2lb rise. Latest form is 55031.
Siempre Arturo
039611
Has gone 2-2 since cheekpieces were applied, winning nicely at Windsor and Kempton (1m4f). Latest form is 039611. Something seems to have clicked with him.
Spotlight Verdict
It could pay to chance the progressive GRAN DESCANS. He was a blatant non-stayer over 1m6f last time, but remains of interest. Prince Of The Seas will need another career best but that might not be beyond him. Asgard’s Captain (second choice) will be strong in the finish, and Siempre Arturo has clicked big time since the cheekpieces were added.
Race Statistics
Age Groups: 3yo+. Runners range from 3yo to 8yo.
Fate of Favourites: Not provided.
Trainer Records (W-R): No specific Newcastle trainer records for this race were provided.
Assessment of the Top Two
Horse
Strengths
Weaknesses
Suitability
Prince Of The Seas
Progressive 3yo, currently in form due to tongue-tie. Has potential for further improvement.
Needs a career best to overcome the penalty.
Highly suitable at this trip (1m4f).
Siempre Arturo
Has struck a rich vein of form (2-2) since cheekpieces fitted.
Faces consecutive 5lb rises.
Highly suitable if the current progressive trend continues.
Pleasing start to her career when keeping on strongly for third at Doncaster 16 days ago (7f, good), behind fillies who had shown useful ability. She is well-bred and has leading claims.
Yy Spirit
3
Stayed on for third of six in a slowly run 7f fillies’ maiden at Wolverhampton six weeks ago. She is open to improvement, but it will be needed here.
Spotlight Verdict
LEADING DANCER is open to plenty of improvement, and her Doncaster third looks comfortably the best form on offer. Yy Spirit can build on her debut.
Race Statistics
Age Groups: 2yo fillies.
Fate of Favourites: Not provided.
Trainer Records (W-R): No specific Newcastle trainer records for this race were provided.
Assessment of the Top Two
Horse
Strengths
Weaknesses
Suitability
Leading Dancer
Best form in the race. Well-bred and expected to improve significantly from debut.
Only one career start.
Highly suitable, expected to win.
Yy Spirit
Open to improvement following debut.
Needs a big step forward against superior rivals. Debut was in a slowly run race.
Built significantly on a midfield Kempton debut (7f) when finishing his race strongly for second at Lingfield (6f) two weeks ago. He is capable of better.
Archangel Josepi
03
Fared better when keeping on for third in a 6f seller at Redcar 12 days ago, after being well held on his debut here (5f). Improvement is required back in a novice race.
Spotlight Verdict
FOXTROT FLYER, a well-related newcomer from a stable rich in 2yo talent, can make a winning debut. Augustus Gloop and Major Neigh Sayer are both open to progress.
Race Statistics
Age Groups: 2yo.
Fate of Favourites: Not provided.
Trainer Records (W-R): No specific Newcastle trainer records for this race were provided.
Assessment of the Top Two
Horse
Strengths
Weaknesses
Suitability
Augustus Gloop
Showed good progression and finished strongly last time. Capable of better.
Faces strong competition from Foxtrot Flyer and Major Neigh Sayer.
Suitable, open to progress at this trip.
Archangel Josepi
Improved in his second start.
Needs significant improvement to compete with the top contenders in this novice class.
Needs to prove he is up to this class level.
6.15 Mini Golf At High Gosforth Park Handicap (1m 5y, Standard)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated
Barley (Total 294)
Leadenhall (Total 286)
Recent Form and Comments
Horse
Recent Form Summary
Comments
Barley
552247
Has been thereabouts a few times this season. His losing run is gathering momentum, and he is 0-4 on the AW. It is hard to be confident about him ending his losing streak here. Latest form is 552247.
Leadenhall
041446
Has won twice on turf this year, the latest at Haydock (1m) last month. He has continued to run fairly well since his win. He was unplaced in two previous AW runs, but this is his Tapeta debut.
Spotlight Verdict
A tentative vote goes to STANAGE, whose recent uninspiring form figures can be attributed to running in strong handicaps and facing a poor draw. Zryan went close off the same mark last week at Southwell and is a winner waiting to happen. War Howl could yet have more to give.
Race Statistics
Age Groups: 3yo+. Runners range from 3yo to 7yo.
Fate of Favourites: 2 winners from 4 runners.
Trainer Records (W-R): David O’Meara (0-1-4), Michael Appleby (0-1-1).
Assessment of the Top Two
Horse
Strengths
Weaknesses
Suitability
Barley
Consistently competitive this season.
Losing run persists; poor AW record (0-4).
Suitability questioned due to poor AW record.
Leadenhall
Recent turf winner (1m) and remains in good form. Tapeta debut offers a fresh chance.
Unplaced in previous AW runs.
Each-way chance if he takes to the Tapeta surface.
6.45 High Gosforth Park Golf Club Handicap (7f 14y, Standard)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated
Oliver Show (Total 331)
Telemark (Total 326)
Recent Form and Comments
Horse
Recent Form Summary
Comments
Oliver Show
422084
Four-time AW winner, including C&D. His agonizing defeat in the Lincoln came off just 1lb lower. He ran a good race recently, finishing a fast-finishing fourth at Doncaster (6.5f, good to soft). He is a leading contender, especially if the pace is strong early.
Telemark
74756
Is running off 1lb lower than for his Doncaster win 12 months ago (7f, soft). He has recorded several creditable runs in handicaps this season. He will need to pull out a bit more if he is to come out on top.
Spotlight Verdict
SUPERPOSITION (nap) might be the answer. His latest fourth at Kempton was a much better effort than the margin suggests. He could enjoy a tactical advantage and remains capable of better on AW. Oliver Show and Akkadian Thunder would benefit from a strong pace, which is not assured. Movie Maker (second choice) still has potential.
Race Statistics
Age Groups: 3yo+. Runners range from 4yo to 6yo.
Fate of Favourites: Not provided.
Trainer Records (W-R): No specific Newcastle trainer records for this race were provided.
Assessment of the Top Two
Horse
Strengths
Weaknesses
Suitability
Oliver Show
Proven C&D winner; proven effective off this mark (Lincoln form). Strong recent form and is a fast-finisher.
Needs a strong early pace, which may not materialise.
Highly suitable (C&D winner), strong chance of winning.
Telemark
Running off a favorable handicap mark relative to a previous win.
Needs to find more improvement to secure the win in this high-class field.
Competitive, but likely fighting for a place rather than the win.
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