TimeWise Chronicles

Nottingham: This analysis details all races scheduled at Nottingham on 15/10/2025, presented in chronological order, using the requested metrics derived from the provided sources.

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1. 13:35:00 Nottingham – British Stallion Studs EBF Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)

Class 5, 1m½f, Good, Non Handicap, 3yo+, 11 Runners

RankHorse NameTotal TimeWise Rating
1Return To Unit259.5894
2Goodwood Mogul249.9722

Recent Form and Comments

  • Return To Unit (3yo): This 900,000gns yearling has a top-notch pedigree. He was midfield on his debut at Windsor (1m, good) and subsequently beaten by just a head at Lingfield (1m, AW), where he still looked inexperienced.
  • Goodwood Mogul (3yo): A six-race maiden. He was beaten into second when odds-on (2-7) in a novice at Bath (1m2f, good to soft) two starts ago. More recently, he finished third of six in a handicap at Salisbury (1m2f, good). He runs here in first-time cheekpieces.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight verdict prefers CANOPUS, who has shown progression by finishing runner-up on his last two outings. Return To Unit is considered a major player having gone close recently. The newcomer Melodic is listed as third choice, ahead of Goodwood Mogul, who possesses strong form but remains a maiden (0-6).

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: Open to 3yo+. All runners listed are 3yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided for this race type in the Nottingham specific data.
  • Trainer Records: Trainer Ed Walker (Canopus) has a 57% W-R in the last 14 days. Trainer Roger Varian (Return To Unit) has a rating of 21.445.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Return To Unit (2.25/1 Favourite):
    • Strengths: Top TimeWise rating, highly promising pedigree, showed significant improvement on his second start when runner-up.
    • Weaknesses: Still lacks winning experience (0-2).
    • Suitability: Expected to have more to offer and is firmly in calculations.
  • Goodwood Mogul (3.5/1 Second Favourite):
    • Strengths: High TimeWise rating and possesses strong recent form, including a third place in a handicap. The addition of first-time cheekpieces may be beneficial.
    • Weaknesses: Has not yet won a race (0-6).
    • Suitability: Holds leading claims based on form.

2. 14:05:00 Nottingham – PricedUp EBF Restricted Maiden Fillies Stakes (GBB Race)

Class 5, 1m½f, Good, Non Handicap, 2yo Fillies, 9 Runners

RankHorse NameTotal TimeWise Rating
1Ziata248.1451
2Iceni Queen208.4923

Recent Form and Comments

  • Ziata (2yo): Had an encouraging debut run 19 days ago at Haydock (7f, good to soft), where she stuck to her task well to finish fourth of nine, beaten by 1 length. She is considered a leading player.
  • Iceni Queen (2yo): This Cracksman filly has a useful pedigree. In her most recent run 13 days ago at Chelmsford (1m, AW), she was always in touch and rallied to finish a close fourth of six in a novice event. She is expected to improve.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight suggests that ICENI QUEEN and Ziata are leading contenders as they both found plenty for pressure on their recent debuts, finishing fourth and beaten by only about one length. Slight preference is given to the promising Gosden-trained filly (Iceni Queen), although Ziata’s performance on turf makes her the form pick.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: Restricted to 2yo fillies.
  • Fate of Favourites: The general fate of favourites for this race type (Maiden) in the provided historical data is 3, 2, 1, 2, 1, 6, 3, 1, 1, 1.
  • Trainer Records: Ed Walker (Ziata) has a 0-1-1 W-P-R record in this race type historically. John and Thady Gosden (Iceni Queen) have a 61% W-R in the last 14 days.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Ziata (1.5/1 Favourite):
    • Strengths: Highest TimeWise rating; excellent turf debut form (4th, beaten 1l); deemed the “form pick” based on her turf run.
    • Weaknesses: Limited experience (1 run).
    • Suitability: Leading player in this field.
  • Iceni Queen (3/1 Second Favourite):
    • Strengths: Second highest TimeWise rating; expected to improve based on her useful pedigree and rallying performance.
    • Weaknesses: Debut was on AW; needs to confirm improvement on turf.
    • Suitability: One of the top two in the field on form and is the marginal preference of the Spotlight team.

3. 14:40:00 Nottingham – Close Brothers Asset Finance Nursery

Class 5, 1m½f, Good, Handicap Nursery, 2yo, 10 Runners

RankHorse NameTotal TimeWise Rating
1Parisian Scholar269.1
2Bearin Up (IRE)261.25

Recent Form and Comments

  • Parisian Scholar (2yo): Successful on his nursery debut at Musselburgh (1m, good to soft) last month. He then “easily made all” at Newcastle (1m, AW) last Thursday.
  • Bearin Up (IRE) (2yo): Improved for the step up in trip (1m) last time out at Ripon (good), getting off the mark at his sixth attempt. He is unexposed at the distance.

Spotlight Verdict

PARISIAN SCHOLAR (nap) is selected to defy a 6lb penalty following his easy win at Newcastle last week, aiming for 3-3 in nurseries. Aleen is considered the main danger, running in first-time cheekpieces.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: Restricted to 2yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: The general fate of favourites for this race type (Nursery) in the provided historical data is 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 1, 3, 6, 3, 4.
  • Trainer Records: Tim Easterby (Bearin Up) has a 0-2-3 W-P-R record in this race type historically.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Parisian Scholar (1.88/1 Favourite):
    • Strengths: Highest TimeWise rating; proven winner in nurseries (two previous wins); recent performance on AW was strong; highly suited to 1m distance.
    • Weaknesses: Carries a 6lb penalty.
    • Suitability: Holds leading claims and is the nap selection, expected to defy the penalty.
  • Bearin Up (IRE) (4/1 Second Favourite):
    • Strengths: Second highest TimeWise rating; recently broke his maiden status; unexposed at the distance.
    • Weaknesses: Up 5lb following his last win.
    • Suitability: Can give another good account.

4. 15:14:00 Nottingham – Close Brothers Premium Finance Handicap (GBBPlus Race)

Class 3, 1m2½f, Good, Handicap, 3yo+, 9 Runners

RankHorse NameTotal TimeWise Rating
1Kings Code299.041
2Parlando286.9595

Recent Form and Comments

  • Kings Code (5yo): Won at Pontefract (1m2f, good) in April; recently returned to the scoresheet at Kempton (1m3f, AW) two weeks ago.
  • Parlando (6yo): Last seen 313 days ago. He ran well often last year and is only 1lb higher than when he won at Windsor (1m2f, good to firm) last August. He has run well after long absences previously.

Spotlight Verdict

The vote goes to GREEN TRIANGLE, as the return of blinkers might be a big positive for him on his second outing for the Crisfords. The unexposed Gosden handicap newcomer Gamrai is the second choice. Earthwatch and Mr Alan are also expected to be involved.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 3yo+. Runners range from 3yo to 6yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: The general fate of favourites for this race type (Handicap) in the provided historical data is 1, 2, 1, 1, 1, 4, 6, 0, 1, 4.
  • Trainer Records: No specific trainer statistics provided for this contest.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Kings Code (5/1):
    • Strengths: Highest TimeWise rating; recorded a win recently on AW.
    • Weaknesses: Has experienced an inconsistent campaign.
    • Suitability: Cannot be ruled out, but must back up his latest run.
  • Parlando (7.5/1):
    • Strengths: Second highest TimeWise rating; well handicapped (1lb above last win mark); capable when fresh.
    • Weaknesses: Returning from a long absence (313 days).
    • Suitability: Not ruled out given previous form returning from a break.

5. 15:44:00 Nottingham – Close Brothers Colwick Cup Handicap (GBBPlus Race)

Class 4, 2m, Good, Handicap, 3yo+, 8 Runners

RankHorse NameTotal TimeWise Rating
1Rock N Roll Pinkie317.6638
2Campaign Trail (IRE)277.0977

Recent Form and Comments

  • Rock N Roll Pinkie (5yo): Has a solid turf record (6-19), including a 1m6f win here in June and two subsequent 2m victories. He achieved a creditable third place over 1m6f here 13 days ago.
  • Campaign Trail (IRE) (5yo): Finished runner-up off his current mark in two small fields this season (1m6f in May and 2m in September). He previously wore cheekpieces but is now trying blinkers for this race.

Spotlight Verdict

The choice is ST MAWES, who, along with Senor Cortez, is unexposed (only three handicap runs each) and shows clear promise for improvement. St Mawes, specifically, might have greater scope for improvement after coming from last to first at Kempton. Rock N Roll Pinkie and Mighty Bandit are also expected to be seriously involved.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 3yo+. Runners range from 3yo to 8yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided.
  • Trainer Records: Trainer E Lavelle (St Mawes) has a 100% W-R in the last 14 days.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Rock N Roll Pinkie (4.5/1):
    • Strengths: Top TimeWise rating; excellent turf record, including three recent wins (1m6f and 2m); proven course winner.
    • Weaknesses: Facing rivals with potentially greater scope for improvement.
    • Suitability: Expected to be “bang there again”.
  • Campaign Trail (IRE) (8/1):
    • Strengths: Second TimeWise rating; consistent performance off this mark (two runner-up finishes).
    • Weaknesses: Yard has a 0% W-R in the last 14 days.
    • Suitability: Considered.

6. 16:14:00 Nottingham – Close Brothers Motor Finance Handicap (Div 1)

Class 5, 1m½f, Good, Handicap, 3yo, 11 Runners

RankHorse NameTotal TimeWise Rating
1Moonjid257.6521
2Radical Design (IRE)250.7006

Recent Form and Comments

  • Moonjid (3yo): Still a maiden (0-9). He went close at Carlisle (1m1f, good) last month and recently finished a close third of 14 at Kempton (1m, AW) a week ago.
  • Radical Design (IRE) (3yo): Showed improvement after dropping to 1m, securing wins at Windsor (good) in August and Kempton (AW) last month. His only modest run in between those wins was likely due to good to firm ground. He races only 3lb higher here.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight suggests siding with PEARLY SQUIRREL, who ran better than her form suggests last time and has dropped 2lb below her sole winning mark. Radical Design is highly respected. Moonjid and Grey Phoenix are also included on the shortlist.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: Restricted to 3yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided.
  • Trainer Records: Phillip Makin (Priapos) has a 100% W-R in the last 14 days.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Moonjid (9/2 Second Favourite):
    • Strengths: Highest TimeWise rating; has shown consistent form recently with close finishes.
    • Weaknesses: Remains a maiden (0-9).
    • Suitability: Respected and on the shortlist.
  • Radical Design (IRE) (4/1 Favourite):
    • Strengths: Second highest TimeWise rating; proven winner at this trip (2 wins from last 3 starts); only 3lb higher than last victory.
    • Weaknesses: Performance can be impacted by ground conditions (poor run on good to firm).
    • Suitability: Should not be far away and is worthy of respect.

7. 16:45:00 Nottingham – Close Brothers Motor Finance Handicap (Div 2)

Class 5, 1m½f, Good, Handicap, 3yo, 11 Runners

RankHorse NameTotal TimeWise Rating
1Dovey Moon293.0642
2Keats House (IRE)241.9931

Recent Form and Comments

  • Dovey Moon (3yo): A prominent racer who has won twice this year at Chepstow (1m, good). He ran well when finishing third of 12 in a stronger contest over C&D (good to soft) 13 days ago and is off the same mark here.
  • Keats House (IRE) (3yo): Secured two wins this year, one at Beverley (8.5f, good to firm) and one at Musselburgh (1m, good to soft). He finished fourth of nine off this mark at Ayr five days later.

Spotlight Verdict

The selection is DOVEY MOON, who is running off the same mark as his recent third-place finish over C&D in a stronger contest. Into Combat and Twilight Ace are suggested as second choices.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: Restricted to 3yo.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not explicitly provided.
  • Trainer Records: No specific trainer statistics provided for this contest.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Dovey Moon (4.5/1 Second Favourite):
    • Strengths: Highest TimeWise rating; confirmed course and distance form (recent third in a stronger contest); runs off a competitive mark.
    • Weaknesses: None explicitly noted, generally consistent.
    • Suitability: Considered right in the picture and is the selection.
  • Keats House (IRE) (7/1):
    • Strengths: Dual winner this year; second highest TimeWise rating.
    • Weaknesses: Needs a bit more improvement to win off this mark, having recently finished fourth.
    • Suitability: Needs a bit more.

8. 17:15:00 Nottingham – Join Us For Fireworks 1st November Handicap

Class 6, 5f 8y, Good, Handicap, 3yo+, 14 Runners

RankHorse NameTotal TimeWise Rating
1Son Of Astar230.1489
2Mrs Trump (IRE)227.2349

Recent Form and Comments

  • Son Of Astar (3yo): Secured wins at Ffos Las (5f, good) in July, followed by another narrow win at Bath while wearing first-time cheekpieces. He is carrying 3lb extra here.
  • Mrs Trump (IRE) (5yo): Achieved two narrow wins in July (6f, good), including one at Nottingham. She was comfortably held in her hat-trick attempt 18 days ago after a ten-week break, but she is effective at 5f.

Spotlight Verdict

The verdict leans towards the lightly raced WESTGATE WARRIOR, who is expected to improve judged on his recent close second at Beverley. Among the possible dangers, Mrs Trump is preferred over Canaria Queen.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 3yo 4-9-38 (Wins-Places-Runs), 4yo+ 6-12-90 (Wins-Places-Runs).
  • Fate of Favourites: 4, 3, 2, 5, 4, 0, 0, 4, 1, 1.
  • Trainer Records: Phil McEntee 1-0-2, Steph Hollinshead 1-0-3, Nigel Tinkler 0-1-2, Paul Midgley 0-1-6, Ruth Carr 0-1-3, Tim Easterby 0-1-4.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Son Of Astar (5.5/1 Second Favourite):
    • Strengths: Highest TimeWise rating; dual recent winner; effective with cheekpieces.
    • Weaknesses: Must carry 3lb extra; hung left during his last win.
    • Suitability: Considered.
  • Mrs Trump (IRE) (16/1):
    • Strengths: Second highest TimeWise rating; course winner; effective at 5f.
    • Weaknesses: Comfortably held in latest run (after a long absence).
    • Suitability: Needs a second look.

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