1.30 Sky Sports Racing Virgin 519 Handicap (Class 6, 1m4f)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Nasim (6yo): 246.3152
- This Time Maybe (4yo): 221.7127
Recent Form and Comments
| Horse Name | Age | Recent Form (TimeWise – Last 5 runs) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nasim | 6 | 74.0, 33.1, 13.7, 6.1, 6.3 | This horse has won his last two races, with the latest victory occurring over this specific Course and Distance (C&D) in August by 3 lengths. He is considered interesting running off a 4lb higher mark today. He is typically held up (H). |
| This Time Maybe | 4 | 53.5, 21.5, 18.9, 9.4, 4.8 | One of his two career wins was over this C&D in August. Although he has not run quite as well since that victory, he could bounce back today. He runs as a pressed leader (P). |
Spotlight Verdict
In a trappy event, JACK LANGLEY is taken to win his second race over C&D this season, with This Time Maybe and Nasim also likely to run well.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups: Open to 3yo+.
- Runners: 16.
- Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided for this race in the source.
- Trainer Records (Course 14 days W-R): M Attwater (4%, 1-10); D & C Kubler (60%, 5-51); R Cook & J Bridger (42%, 2-38); Keiran Burke (67%, 1-13).
Top Two Assessment
- Nasim (Strengths/Suitability): Highest TimeWise rating. Proven recent form (back-to-back wins) and C&D winner. Carries only a 4lb rise.
- Nasim (Weaknesses): None explicitly noted beyond the general competitiveness of the handicap.
- This Time Maybe (Strengths/Suitability): Second highest TimeWise rating. Proven C&D winner. Expected to bounce back in form.
- This Time Maybe (Weaknesses): Form has dipped slightly since his last C&D win.
2.00 Free Bets On attheraces.com Handicap (Class 6, 1m2f)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Ribston Pippin (IRE) (3yo): 226.337
- Hashtagnotions (IRE) (3yo): 226.1352
Recent Form and Comments
| Horse Name | Age | Recent Form (TimeWise – Last 5 runs) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ribston Pippin (IRE) | 3 | 65.8, 25.4, 17.9, 9.3, 4.9 | Has shown improved form since going handicapping, securing a win at Yarmouth and placing three other times. Finished a close second over 9.5f at Wolverhampton last time. Now wears cheekpieces (p1). He runs as a pressed leader (P). |
| Hashtagnotions (IRE) | 3 | 66.7, 33.7, 13.6, 10.8, 4.6 | In good form, having won two of his last four races. Recently finished a clear second over 1m2f at Newcastle. He is running today off a career-high mark. He runs as a pressed leader (P). |
Spotlight Verdict
The in-form HASHTAGNOTIONS is also well drawn, so he has plenty going for him in this ordinary contest. Ribston Pippin is another who should go well.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups: Restricted to 3yo.
- Runners: 14.
- Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided for this race in the source.
- Trainer Records (Course 14 days W-R): R Fahey (57%, 10-129); L De Souza (0%, 0-21).
Top Two Assessment
- Ribston Pippin (Strengths/Suitability): Marginally highest TimeWise rating. Has progressed well in handicaps. The addition of first-time cheekpieces may prompt further improvement.
- Ribston Pippin (Weaknesses): Stamina is a concern (step up to 1m2f mentioned for a runner with stamina concerns, but this specific horse is coming off a 9.5f run).
- Hashtagnotions (Strengths/Suitability): Very high TimeWise rating. Excellent recent winning form and proven over this approximate distance (clear second last time over 1m2f). Well drawn for the race.
- Hashtagnotions (Weaknesses): Running off a career-high mark.
2.30 Free Race Replays On attheraces.com Fillies’ Novice Stakes (GBB Race) (Class 4, 6f)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Eternal Solace (2yo): 289.8679
- Zighy (IRE) (2yo): 259.2859
Recent Form and Comments
| Horse Name | Age | Recent Form (TimeWise – Last 5 runs) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eternal Solace | 2 | 80.3, 33.1, 0, 0, 0 | Impressed on her debut in April (5.3f) and later plugged on for fifth in a York Listed race in May. Has been absent for five months, but the 6f trip should suit her. She looked promising in the spring. |
| Zighy (IRE) | 2 | 71.7, 26.5, 15.6, 0, 0 | This filly has been a “thorn in the side of her supporters,” having been beaten as favourite at 4-6, 13-8, and 2-1 in her three starts. She has run to a fair level, and her pedigree gives encouragement for the All-Weather (AW) surface. She is likely fine on the AW. |
Spotlight Verdict
Echoofmymind is open to further progress but this should rest between Zighy and ETERNAL SOLACE. Zighy should be fine on AW but the selection looked promising in the spring and can make a winning return to action.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups: Restricted to 2yo fillies.
- Runners: 7.
- Fate of Favourites: Eternal Solace is the 4-6 favourite. Zighy is the 13-8 second favourite.
- Trainer Records (Course 14 days W-R): G Boughey (76%, 40-268).
Top Two Assessment
- Eternal Solace (Strengths/Suitability): Highest TimeWise rating. Impressed on debut. Jockey Oisin Murphy is booked. Expected to win on her return.
- Eternal Solace (Weaknesses): Returning from a five-month absence.
- Zighy (Strengths/Suitability): Second highest TimeWise rating. Runs to a fair level and suitable for AW.
- Zighy (Weaknesses): Has disappointed previously when well supported (beaten as favourite three times).
3.00 Arc All-Weather £1Million Bonus Is Back Nursery Handicap (Class 5, 7f)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Kilkenny Warrior (IRE) (2yo): 249.1942
- Uncertainty (IRE) (2yo): 240.9331
Recent Form and Comments
| Horse Name | Age | Recent Form (TimeWise – Last 5 runs) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kilkenny Warrior (IRE) | 2 | 77.3, 25.8, 10.2, 7.8, 0 | Showed marked improvement on his handicap/AW debut by winning a 6f nursery at Southwell. He is up 9lb and tackling a longer trip (7f) but is still considered a contender. |
| Uncertainty (IRE) | 2 | 62.8, 26.3, 18.0, 8.7, 7.6 | Has previously placed in two 6f novices. Recorded a creditable fourth of nine in a 7f Chelmsford nursery on her handicap debut. Holds an each-way chance. |
Spotlight Verdict
In what looks an open nursery, KILKENNY WARRIOR is taken to follow up her Southwell win despite a 9lb rise. From The Hip, Parole officer and Spacewoman are three others who could run well.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups: Restricted to 2yo.
- Runners: 14.
- Fate of Favourites: Kilkenny Warrior is the 11-4 favourite.
- Trainer Records (Course 14 days W-R): D H Kobeissi (0%, 0-11); J Osborne (29%, 19-187); M Usher (27%, 13-154); K P De Foy (64%, 25-155).
Top Two Assessment
- Kilkenny Warrior (Strengths/Suitability): Highest TimeWise rating. Significant improvement shown recently with a win on AW debut.
- Kilkenny Warrior (Weaknesses): Carries a 9lb penalty and steps up in trip.
- Uncertainty (Strengths/Suitability): Second highest TimeWise rating. Has run credibly over 7f previously.
- Uncertainty (Weaknesses): Only deemed an “each-way chance” by the Spotlight.
3.30 At The Races App Expert Tips Handicap (Div I) (Class 4, 1m)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Indian Spirit (IRE) (3yo): 300.4271
- Previse (3yo): 266.2839
Recent Form and Comments
| Horse Name | Age | Recent Form (TimeWise – Last 5 runs) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Spirit (IRE) | 3 | 87.6, 29.3, 18.6, 10.2, 6.1 | Won a C&D maiden three weeks ago, showing improved form after being gelded. Hit with a 4lb rise but remains capable of better as a miler. He runs as a pressed leader (P). |
| Previse | 3 | 71.6, 22.6, 21.2, 5.5, 0 | Won at 80-1 in April. Got back on track when third of eight at Newbury. She is drawn wide but still has some potential after only four career starts. |
Spotlight Verdict
Lunario might prove best of the older runners but this can go to one of the lightly raced 3yos. Indian Spirit (second choice), Sea Suite and Previse are high on the list but BAIKAL is given another chance now back down in trip.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups: Open to 3yo+.
- Runners: 12.
- Fate of Favourites: Indian Spirit is the 7-2 favourite.
- Trainer Records (Course 14 days W-R): D L Dace (50%, 2-63); G Boughey (76%, 40-268); S Woods (38%, 14-94).
Top Two Assessment
- Indian Spirit (Strengths/Suitability): Highest TimeWise rating. Recent C&D winner who is capable of further improvement. Young and progressive (3yo).
- Indian Spirit (Weaknesses): Carries a 4lb rise for his recent win.
- Previse (Strengths/Suitability): Second highest TimeWise rating. Highly unexposed (only four starts) and has demonstrated potential, recently getting back on track. Young and progressive (3yo).
- Previse (Weaknesses): Drawn wide.
4.00 At The Races App Expert Tips Handicap (Div II) (Class 4, 1m)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Saxonia (3yo): 301.0793
- Winstons Warrior (IRE) (3yo): 279.2097
Recent Form and Comments
| Horse Name | Age | Recent Form (TimeWise – Last 5 runs) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saxonia | 3 | 88.1, 32.8, 21.2, 10.9, 7.4 | Has four wins this year. Found a new burst of improvement with cheekpieces, winning 1m handicaps either side of a C&D second (behind Arctician). Expected to make a bold bid despite another 3lb rise. She typically leads (L). |
| Winstons Warrior (IRE) | 3 | 94.5, 28.9, 14.9, 10.9, 5.3 | Won last month at Kempton (blinkered first time) after a well-judged ride. The 3lb rise is not excessive, and he possesses the ability to go close. He is typically held up (H). |
Spotlight Verdict
This looks trappy. Winston’s Warrior was given a perfectly judged ride when beating Spirit Of Leros at Kempton last month but he’s still a contender up 3lb. North View needs a strong pace to aim at but he’s capable. Saxonia is taken to make a bold bid.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups: Open to 3yo+.
- Runners: 11.
- Fate of Favourites: Saxonia is the 7-2 favourite. Arctician is the 9-2 second favourite.
- Trainer Records (Course 14 days W-R): D Simcock (67%, 31-183); M Botti (22%, 17-148); Charlie Johnston (60%, 20-150).
Top Two Assessment
- Saxonia (Strengths/Suitability): Highest TimeWise rating. In excellent, progressive form aided by cheekpieces. Front-running style (L) can be advantageous.
- Saxonia (Weaknesses): Faces another 3lb hike in the weights.
- Winstons Warrior (Strengths/Suitability): Second highest TimeWise rating. Recent winner (blinkers first time). Still capable of going close despite the penalty.
- Winstons Warrior (Weaknesses): The success of his last run may depend on the continued effectiveness of the first-time blinkers.
4.31 Sky Sports Racing Sky 415 Novice Stakes (GBB Race) (Class 5, 6f)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Spitzbergen (FR) (3yo): 271.0008
- Mayfair Star (IRE) (3yo): 219.0596
Recent Form and Comments
| Horse Name | Age | Recent Form (TimeWise – Last 5 runs) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spitzbergen (FR) | 3 | 72.3, 26.8, 16.9, 9.3, 6.7 | Sets the standard in this novice stakes. He is considered consistent rather than progressive. |
| Mayfair Star (IRE) | 3 | 51.6, 0, 0, 0, 0 | Finished third of four at Windsor (5f) nine weeks ago, beaten 8 lengths. She is bred to do better, but significant progress is essential. |
Spotlight Verdict
Spitzbergen sets the standard but he is consistent rather than progressive and KYOTO, a 220,000euros half-brother to two classy performers, could be worth chancing in opposition.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups: Open to 3yo+.
- Runners: 6.
- Fate of Favourites: Spitzbergen is the 7-4 favourite. Kyoto is the 7-4 second favourite.
- Trainer Records (Course 14 days W-R): K Jewell (0%, 2-47); J Tate (50%, 3-16).
Top Two Assessment
- Spitzbergen (Strengths/Suitability): Highest TimeWise rating. Sets the standard on form within this field.
- Spitzbergen (Weaknesses): Consistent rather than progressive.
- Mayfair Star (Strengths/Suitability): Second highest TimeWise rating. Has pedigree potential to improve.
- Mayfair Star (Weaknesses): Recent form is modest (beaten 8l in small field) and requires major improvement to compete.
5.05 Free Tips Daily On attheraces.com Handicap (Class 5, 6f)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Kiniro (3yo): 284.9514
- Forever My Prince (3yo): 250.1214
Recent Form and Comments
| Horse Name | Age | Recent Form (TimeWise – Last 5 runs) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiniro | 3 | 69.9, 35.6, 13.1, 10.6, 7.1 | Won a C&D maiden in January. Has run several good races in defeat in handicaps, including over 6f on AW in his last two starts. Cheekpieces are now removed. Expected to go well again. |
| Forever My Prince | 3 | 80.7, 19.2, 17.3, 11.1, 5.7 | Turf winner last summer. Recently ran well off this mark at Goodwood three weeks ago. The change of headgear to blinkers (b1) could provide a lift. |
Spotlight Verdict
A return to form from Megaphone wouldn’t be a complete bolt from the blue, while Ziggy’s Ariel and Forever My Prince have something to recommend them and are high on the list. KINIRO is capable of winning a similar race though and he is tentatively preferred.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups: Restricted to 3yo.
- Runners: 10.
- Fate of Favourites: Kiniro is the 5-2 favourite. Pickering Castle is the 5-1 second favourite.
- Trainer Records (Course 14 days W-R): Mrs A Perrett (50%, 19-157).
Top Two Assessment
- Kiniro (Strengths/Suitability): Highest TimeWise rating. Proven on the C&D (maiden winner) and has consistent recent handicap form. Tentatively preferred in the Spotlight Verdict.
- Kiniro (Weaknesses): Yet to win a handicap race.
- Forever My Prince (Strengths/Suitability): Second highest TimeWise rating. Showed he can run well off this mark recently. New blinkers (b1) may spark further improvement.
- Forever My Prince (Weaknesses): Has struggled to progress since May.
5.40 Download The At The Races App Handicap (Class 4, 5f)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Gold Star Hero (IRE) (3yo): 295.6167
- Forager (3yo): 274.9861
Recent Form and Comments
| Horse Name | Age | Recent Form (TimeWise – Last 5 runs) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Star Hero (IRE) | 3 | 79.6, 43.6, 16.7, 11.5, 5.4 | Won a C&D handicap in August. Not disgraced at Newcastle recently, but his form dipped at Beverley four weeks ago. He is expected to bounce back. He runs as a pressed leader (P). |
| Forager | 3 | 69.7, 23.2, 18.7, 14.5, 8.2 | A fast 3yo who utilised her speed effectively at Yarmouth and York over the summer. She ran a fine race from the worst draw over C&D 31 days ago. She is worth considering from a slightly more favourable stall today. She runs as a pressed leader (P). |
Spotlight Verdict
Several pace influences are on show and this should be fast and furious. Hedge Fund and Grace Angel can go well but the two to appeal most are Forager and STURLASSON (nap). Forager ran a fine race from stall 10 here last month and is better berthed this time but Sturlasson produced a potent finishing kick to win at Southwell on his stable debut and he can make light of his 7lb rise.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups: Open to 3yo+.
- Runners: 10.
- Fate of Favourites: Hedge Fund and Sturlasson are joint 3-1 favourites.
- Trainer Records (Course 14 days W-R): J Boyle (25%, 12-164); Michael Bell (64%, 19-95); R Fahey (57%, 10-129); S Pearce (100%, 12-95); K P De Foy (64%, 25-155); G Baker (50%, 20-139).
Top Two Assessment
- Gold Star Hero (Strengths/Suitability): Highest TimeWise rating. C&D winner and is expected to bounce back from his recent dip in form.
- Gold Star Hero (Weaknesses): Form dipped on his last start. Race is likely to be fast and furious due to several pace influences.
- Forager (Strengths/Suitability): Second highest TimeWise rating. Proven speed over 5f. Ran very well last time from an unfavourable draw and should benefit from better positioning today.
- Forager (Weaknesses): Despite her strong claims, the Spotlight prefers Sturlasson. Faces a highly contested pace.
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