1.55 BetWright Bet The Wright Way Amateur Jockeys’ Handicap (2m 1f 24y)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Jedhi Knight (9/4)
- Wannabeawallaby (IRE) (7/1)
Summary of Recent Form and Comments:
- Jedhi Knight: This horse was awarded the race in the stewards’ room after receiving a bump at Ffos Las (2m, good to soft) in August. In his last outing, he finished a remote second there with blinkers added, behind a resurgent rival, though he was a long way clear of the third. He remains unexposed as a stayer and is considered a key player off only 2lb higher than his winning mark.
- Wannabeawallaby (IRE): An inconsistent 22-race maiden. He has form over course and distance (C&D) and was runner-up over 1m6f here on soft ground on his penultimate run. He appears to be versatile ground-wise.
Spotlight Verdict:
Most of these have plenty to prove on one count or another but JEDHI KNIGHT (nap) was awarded a 2m handicap at Ffos Las in August and he ran into a resurgent rival there last time. He remains feasibly treated on his peak form and this 3yo still has potential as a stayer. The main threat could come from Wannabeawallaby, who has form over C&D and was runner-up over 1m6f here on his penultimate run.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: 3yo 0-0-1, 4yo+ 1-2-10.
- Fate of Favourites: The example winner provided for this section was French Martini, a 13-2 5th favourite, who finished 9th of 11 in a Brig Am Hcap (1m4f).
- Trainer Records (Course W-R): J Berry (1-30), A Watson (6-53), J S Mullins (0-7), S Hollinshead (0-9), Jedd O’Keeffe (0-1), Ms G Nicholls (0-3), R Phillips (0-6), D Cunha (0-21), C D Ffrench Davis (4-39).
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Jedhi Knight: Strengths: Unexposed potential as a stayer, remains feasibly treated, ran well (remote second) behind a resurgent rival previously. Weaknesses: Needs to build on his latest performance, which was technically a remote second. Suitability: Highly suitable as a key player at this staying trip.
- Wannabeawallaby (IRE): Strengths: Proven C&D form, runner-up finish locally (1m6f, soft) recently, versatile regarding ground conditions. Weaknesses: Inconsistent 22-race maiden. Suitability: Has claims if he can reproduce the form shown in his penultimate run.
2.25 BetWright Bangers N’Cash Nursery Handicap (1m)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Rejjien (IRE) (4/1)
- Royalist (IRE) (9/2)
Summary of Recent Form and Comments:
- Rejjien (IRE): Showed little in her first three runs. Since switching to nurseries, her form figures are 2224. She finished a close fourth at Redcar (1m, good to soft), just behind Ubettabehave. Although 1lb higher here, she is expected to be in the thick of things again.
- Royalist (IRE): This 0-5 runner raised his game when rallying well for a close fourth in a Kempton nursery (1m, AW) ten days ago, finishing 3l ahead of Captain Cairney. He is respected upon returning to turf.
Spotlight Verdict:
Most of the runners have lots to prove but UBETTABEHAVE found improvement upped to 1m when a strong-finishing third at Redcar last month. That was a promising effort on good to soft ground and she’s an interesting contender off an unchanged mark. Receding didn’t get much luck when favourite on his nursery debut at Brighton and he’s feared most, ahead of Rejjien who finished just behind the selection at Redcar. The other one on the shortlist is Royalist, who rallied well for a close fourth at Kempton ten days ago.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: Only open to 2yo.
- Fate of Favourites/Trainer Records: Not provided for this specific race in the sources.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Rejjien (IRE): Strengths: Proven competence and consistency in nurseries (form 2224), showed close form with strong rival Ubettabehave recently. Weaknesses: Now carries 1lb more than last time. Suitability: Should be competitive at this mile trip.
- Royalist (IRE): Strengths: Showed improved form recently on the AW, respected returning to turf. Weaknesses: Remains a maiden (0-5). Suitability: Handled the mile trip well in his latest start.
2.55 BLTH Novice Stakes (GBB Race) (1m)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Shetalkstoangels (IRE) (5/2)
- Tai Hang Pegasus (USA) (11/4)
Summary of Recent Form and Comments:
- Shetalkstoangels (IRE): A 400,000gns yearling who is bred to stay further. In her debut run at Ascot (1m, soft), she was runner-up, doing all her best work late. Improvement is expected.
- Tai Hang Pegasus (USA): A 55,000euros breeze-up purchase. On debut at Yarmouth (1m1f, good to soft), he was beaten just under 4l, with the two horses ahead of him having the benefit of experience. He is considered a leading chance on the figures and is expected to improve.
Spotlight Verdict:
The filly SHETALKSTOANGELS could provide the answer if she makes the anticipated progress from her likeable first run at Ascot. Tai Hang Pegasus also showed plenty behind experienced opposition on his debut and he’s the most likely threat, unless the market speaks positively of Mythical Bay.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: Only open to 2yo.
- Fate of Favourites/Trainer Records: Not provided for this specific race in the sources.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Shetalkstoangels (IRE): Strengths: Excellent pedigree, showed considerable promise doing her best work late on debut. Weaknesses: Only one previous run. Suitability: Likely to be suited by the mile trip and anticipated to progress significantly.
- Tai Hang Pegasus (USA): Strengths: Leading chance based on figures, impressive debut effort against experienced rivals, expected to improve. Weaknesses: Only one previous run. Suitability: Highly suitable, handled a slightly longer trip (1m1f) previously.
3.25 BeatWright: Beat The Wright Way Nursery Handicap (5f 10y)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Double Naughty (IRE) (100/30)
- Reality Queen (5/1)
Summary of Recent Form and Comments:
- Double Naughty (IRE): Showed improved form when third of 11 at Thirsk (6f, soft) when switched to nursery level last month. Dropping back to 5f is expected to work well. Respected.
- Reality Queen: Initially appeared ordinary. Recently achieved a successful nursery debut over about 5f here (good to firm) as a 20-1 chance, repelling Red Snapper. She is only 4lb higher than for that win.
Spotlight Verdict:
Reality Queen repelled Red Snapper with two more of today’s rivals behind here 20 days ago. Filly Foden (second choice), who was third, could now fare the best with Jack Callan taking away 5lb. However, DOUBLE NAUGHTY ran better at Thirsk last time out and this drop back to 5f could work for her.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: Only open to 2yo.
- Fate of Favourites/Trainer Records: Not provided for this specific race in the sources.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Double Naughty (IRE): Strengths: Showed improvement in recent nursery outing, likely to benefit from the drop back to the sprint trip of 5f. Weaknesses: None explicitly noted. Suitability: Highly respected, potential upside coming back down in distance.
- Reality Queen: Strengths: Recent successful winner over a similar C&D, performing off a manageable 4lb higher mark. Weaknesses: Had an ordinary start to her career. Suitability: Proven winner at this track and distance on good to firm ground.
3.55 BetWright Safer Gambling Handicap (5f 10y)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Asinara (7/2)
- Jax Edge (7/1)
Summary of Recent Form and Comments:
- Asinara: A C&D winner two runs ago (off 5lb lower) on good ground, and subsequently placed here on heavy ground. She is a consistent filly who appeals more than most rivals.
- Jax Edge: A front-runner who won at Windsor in August (6f, good to firm). She failed to sustain her effort over C&D last time, but that was in a Class 4 race. She is respected now that she is back down in grade.
Spotlight Verdict:
An open sprint that should be strongly run as plenty of these like to be up there. OVER SPICED is tactically versatile and she’s marginally preferred to Jax Edge who is back down in grade. Asinara is third choice.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: Open to 3yo+.
- Fate of Favourites/Trainer Records: Not provided for this specific race in the sources.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Asinara: Strengths: Proven winner over C&D, demonstrated ability on both good and heavy ground, known for consistency. Weaknesses: None stated in the sources. Suitability: Highly appealing given her C&D success and versatility.
- Jax Edge: Strengths: Front-running style, recent winner, dropping back into Class 5 where she is respected. Weaknesses: Struggled to sustain her run over C&D previously in higher class. Suitability: Likely to be well-suited by a strongly run race.
4.25 Thank You BetWright Handicap (5f 160y)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- On Edge (7/2)
- Tyger Bay (9/2)
Summary of Recent Form and Comments:
- On Edge: Improved his turf strike-rate (7-26) by narrowly winning over C&D (good to firm) last month, beating 13 rivals. He has been performing as well as ever since a visor was added and is ground-wise versatile. He is considered a big player again, despite being up 3lb.
- Tyger Bay: A ten-time AW winner who has been in great form, including two wins on Polytrack this summer and a close third at Kempton (6f) last week. He now returns to turf, but he has won over C&D (soft) in the past, and any rain would be seen as a positive. He is an interesting contender off the same mark as his last run.
Spotlight Verdict:
The vote goes to TYGER BAY who has had two wins and a close third on AW in his last four starts. He remains well treated on his C&D win last spring and it would be a positive if the forecast rain arrives. Second choice is On Edge, who has done well since a visor has been added and was as good as ever when beating 13 rivals here last time. Others who could have a big part to play are the in-form 4yos Kiss And Run and Court Drive.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: 4yo+ 1-2-9.
- Fate of Favourites: The example winner provided for this section was Mister Bluebird, a 5-2 favourite, who finished 2nd of 10 in a Bath Hcap (5 1/2f).
- Trainer Records: Not provided for this specific race in the sources.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- On Edge: Strengths: Proven C&D winner, excellent recent form since visor fitted, versatile ground-wise. Weaknesses: Carries 3lb penalty after a narrow success. Suitability: A big player and strong second choice.
- Tyger Bay: Strengths: Excellent recent form (AW wins and a close third), proven C&D winner (soft), well handicapped on past C&D form. Weaknesses: Returning to turf from AW. Suitability: Will be aided by rain; interesting contender.
5.00 CB Protection Handicap (Div I) (1m)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Valkyrja (11/4)
- Dappled Light (7/1)
Summary of Recent Form and Comments:
- Valkyrja: A low-mileage 4yo who seems to have benefited from cheekpieces recently. She opened her account by making all at Yarmouth (1m, good to soft) just a week ago. She is respected here under a 5lb penalty.
- Dappled Light: Scored off his current mark over C&D (firm) in May. He returned a respectable fifth of 11 over C&D (good to firm) last month, having not enjoyed the run of the race. He enters calculations.
Spotlight Verdict:
Valkyrja has scope to progress from her recent Yarmouth success and is perhaps the most obvious answer but GEMINI STAR has slipped to a very tempting mark and gets the vote in the hope her stamina holds out over this new trip. Alice Haynes’ runner was persistently denied a clear run when fifth in higher-grade company two starts ago. Baynoona is next on the list.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: 4yo+ 1-2-10.
- Fate of Favourites: The example winner provided for this section was Ciotog, an 11-2 3rd favourite, who finished 5th of 10 in a Wolv Hcap (1m 1/2f).
- Trainer Records: Not provided for this specific race in the sources.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Valkyrja: Strengths: Recent front-running winner over 1m, low-mileage with scope for progress, wearing effective headgear. Weaknesses: Carries a 5lb penalty for the recent win. Suitability: Respected and potentially the most obvious answer.
- Dappled Light: Strengths: Proven C&D winner off this exact mark in May. Ran well last time despite running into trouble. Weaknesses: The forecast rain is explicitly noted as not being in his favour (proven mainly on firm/good ground). Suitability: Enters calculations but needs suitable conditions.
5.35 CB Protection Handicap (Div II) (1m)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:
- Kessaar Power (IRE) (100/30)
- Triggered (IRE) (9/2)
Summary of Recent Form and Comments:
- Kessaar Power (IRE): Recently returned to winning ways on the AW at Chelmsford four days ago. He is penalised for this win. Although only 1-17 on grass, he has been placed a few times and is clearly in good order.
- Triggered (IRE): Most of his form is over shorter distances. He proved he could see out 1m when finishing second on Kempton AW recently.
Spotlight Verdict:
It was on the AW that KESSAAR POWER returned to winning ways four days ago but he’s clearly in good order and has respectable turf form. Celtic John may have found his level and may be the main danger while Blue Collar Lad is unlikely to be far away.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups: 4yo+ 1-2-10.
- Fate of Favourites: The example winner provided for this section was Ciotog, an 11-2 3rd favourite, who finished 5th of 10 in a Wolv Hcap (1m 1/2f).
- Trainer Records: Mark Loughnane 1-0-1 (w-pl-r).
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Kessaar Power (IRE): Strengths: In great current form, handles 1m, has respectable turf place form. Weaknesses: Poor win record on grass (1-17), carries a penalty for his recent win. Suitability: Tentative selection due to recent success.
- Triggered (IRE): Strengths: Recently proved capable over 1m on AW. Weaknesses: Primarily known for shorter trips, is a 9yo, and his losing run is accumulating. Suitability: Needs his shorter trip form to consistently translate to the mile on turf.
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