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1. 4.55 Download The Raceday Ready App Apprentice Handicap (Class 6) 7f 36y (AW)

The TimeWise Master Top Two rated horses are Diligent Henry and Bandello.

Recent Form and Comments

• Diligent Henry (4yo): Has a good record over C&D, having won for the second time here two weeks ago with a strong finish (with Embarked 3l back in third). The analyst believes the 5lb rise shouldn’t prevent another big run.
• Bandello (4yo): This horse is an 18-race maiden but has been placed in four of his last six starts, all in classified events ranging from 6f-9.5f. An experienced apprentice has been booked, and he is considered more appealing than many rivals.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight Verdict is that DILIGENT HENRY (nap) kept on well to win a C&D handicap two weeks ago and can defy the 5lb rise. Bandello (second choice), Embarked, Beautiful Dawn, and Blue Jay Way are also considered, while Bossy Parker is expected to fare better than on his recent turf reappearance.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: The race is for horses aged 4yo+.
• Fate of Favourites: Race statistics detailing the fate of favourites are not provided for this specific race in the sources.
• Trainer Records: Trainer records for this specific race are not provided in the sources.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Diligent Henry:
  • Strengths: Proven C&D suitability with a recent strong win. The confidence is high that he can handle the weight increase.
  • Weaknesses: Carries a 5lb rise following his recent victory.
  • Suitability: Highly suitable; expected to deliver another big run.
• Bandello:
  • Strengths: Consistent placing recently (four times in six starts) and gains assistance from an experienced apprentice.
  • Weaknesses: An 18-race maiden.
  • Suitability: Appeals to the analyst, although lacking a winning profile.

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2. 5.30 ARC All-Weather £1Million Bonus Returns Handicap (Class 6) 7f 36y (AW)

The TimeWise Master Top Two rated horses are Groundsman and Penelope Valentine.

Recent Form and Comments

• Groundsman (3yo): Got off the mark on his 11th attempt when winning a C&D handicap five weeks ago, making all. He is reported to be well berthed (drawn in stall 1) to repeat those tactics, and a 4lb rise is judged not excessive. He has left Richard Fahey since his last start (retained by the same owners).
• Penelope Valentine (3yo): Running well for her new yard, she won over C&D last month and returned to near that level when finishing third at Kempton last week. She came from further back than the two rivals who beat her on that occasion and should be involved again.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight Verdict is that MWAFAQ won decisively over C&D two weeks ago and may be able to defy the handicapper’s advances. Penelope Valentine and Blue Empress are appealing form contenders, but both are drawn wider than ideal. Groundsman is respected on his first outing for Mark Loughnane, and Sands Of Havana needs a market check on her stable debut.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: The race is confined to horses aged 3yo.
• Fate of Favourites: Race statistics detailing the fate of favourites are not provided for this specific race in the sources.
• Trainer Records: Trainer records for this specific race are not provided in the sources.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Groundsman:
  • Strengths: Recent C&D winner using front-running tactics, is in a favorable stall (1) to replicate this, and the 4lb penalty is manageable. Respected on his first outing for his new trainer.
  • Weaknesses: Took 11 attempts to break the maiden.
  • Suitability: High chance of involvement, particularly if replicating his winning tactics from the good draw.
• Penelope Valentine:
  • Strengths: C&D winner last month and consistent form, running well enough to suggest continued involvement.
  • Weaknesses: Drawn wider than ideal, which “dents confidence”.
  • Suitability: Should be involved, but her wide draw is a significant tactical drawback.

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3. 6.00 Sky Sports Racing Sky 415 Restricted Novice Stakes (Class 5) 5f 21y (AW)

The TimeWise Master Top Two rated horses are Naana’s Shadow and Visually.

Recent Form and Comments

• Visually (2yo): Won comfortably at Bath (5f, good to soft). This horse has a penalty but is noted as having the most potential of the field. The pedigree is highlighted as the best.
• Naana’s Shadow (2yo): Finished runner-up in two 5f races at Southwell (AW) since her April debut at Newmarket. She is expected to give her running and be involved.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight Verdict states that it is difficult to oppose VISUALLY, who has the best pedigree and the most potential following an easy win at Bath. Naana’s Shadow is considered the obvious alternative, with the rest of the field being unconvincing.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: The race is for horses aged 2yo.
• Fate of Favourites: Race statistics detailing the fate of favourites are not provided for this specific race in the sources.
• Trainer Records: Trainer records for this specific race are not provided in the sources.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Visually:
  • Strengths: Superior pedigree, won easily on debut, possesses the most potential.
  • Weaknesses: Must carry a penalty.
  • Suitability: High confidence selection (hard to get away from) due to potential.
• Naana’s Shadow:
  • Strengths: Consistent performance, having finished runner-up twice at 5f on AW.
  • Weaknesses: Needs to make up ground on Visually.
  • Suitability: The “obvious alternative” and expected to be involved.

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4. 6.30 Hotel & Conferencing At Wolverhampton Racecourse EBF Maiden Stakes (Class 5) 6f 20y (AW)

The TimeWise Master Top Two rated horses are Noble Vow and Return Of The Gods.

Recent Form and Comments

• Noble Vow (2yo): Achieved his best effort to date when finishing third of 12 at Newbury last month, despite meeting trouble in running. He is noted as still capable of better and having more to recommend him than many rivals.
• Return Of The Gods (2yo): Had a pleasing start to his career, finishing third of 13 in a C&D maiden 16 days ago. This £350,000 yearling is considered open to plenty of improvement and is high on the list.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight Verdict is that RETURN OF THE GODS shaped well over C&D on debut and may be open to the greatest progress, suggesting a race like this can fall his way. Noble Vow and High Approval (second choice) are also noted as major contenders.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: The race is for horses aged 2yo.
• Fate of Favourites: Race statistics detailing the fate of favourites are not provided for this specific race in the sources.
• Trainer Records: Trainer records for this specific race are not provided in the sources.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Noble Vow:
  • Strengths: Recent promising form (3rd at Newbury), suggests capacity for further improvement, and has strong recommendations.
  • Weaknesses: Met trouble in running last time.
  • Suitability: Considered capable of winning and a serious contender.
• Return Of The Gods:
  • Strengths: High price tag (£350,000 yearling), excellent debut performance over C&D, and possesses considerable scope for improvement.
  • Weaknesses: None specified.
  • Suitability: Highly rated and expected to feature strongly, with potential for the greatest progress.

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5. 7.00 Stay At The Wolverhampton Holiday Inn Handicap (Class 6) 1m 5f 219y (AW)

The TimeWise Master Top Two rated horses are Kokinelli and Trojan Truth.

Recent Form and Comments

• Kokinelli (4yo): Won well on the Southwell AW (1m6f). However, he finished last at Catterick on Saturday after pulling hard, leading to reservations if he is turned out again quickly.
• Trojan Truth (6yo): Completed a hat-trick at about 1m4f this summer. He matched that form when finishing second over 1m4f here four weeks ago. He is expected to handle the extended trip and rates as a solid contender.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight Verdict identifies the most solid contenders as TROJAN TRUTH and Khangai, noting that neither have wellbeing issues. Trojan Truth is preferred, having perhaps surpassed his summer winning form by finishing second last time. Spectacular Style is mentioned as a potential runner if he settles better.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: The race is for horses aged 4yo+.
• Fate of Favourites: Race statistics detailing the fate of favourites are not provided for this specific race in the sources.
• Trainer Records: Trainer records for this specific race are not provided in the sources.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Trojan Truth:
  • Strengths: Consistent and solid form, recent second here matched previous winning efforts, and the distance is suitable. Considered one of the “most solid contenders”.
  • Weaknesses: None specified.
  • Suitability: A highly reliable contender and the favoured selection by the Spotlight analyst.
• Kokinelli:
  • Strengths: Recent 1m6f AW winner.
  • Weaknesses: Very poor run last time (last at Catterick) after pulling hard; potential fitness/wellbeing issues if run back quickly.
  • Suitability: Reservations are noted due to inconsistency and recent pulling issues.

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6. 7.30 ARC £1Million Bonus Has £150K Increase! Handicap (Class 5) 6f 20y (AW)

The TimeWise Master Top Two rated horses are Blue Anthem and Ziggys Condor.

Recent Form and Comments

• Ziggy’s Condor (4yo): Has the ability to win more often than he has. He went close at Southwell (6f) on his penultimate run and showed better form when fourth of 21 at York ten days ago (7f, good). He is well drawn (stall 3) and is high on the list.
• Blue Anthem (3yo): Has won three times this year (two over 7f, one over 5f, including a win here) but his progress has stalled more recently. He is expected to achieve minor money at best.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight Verdict is for ZIGGY’S CONDOR, who can adopt a good early position from stall 3 and whose last two runs bring him firmly into the reckoning. The main danger is considered to be Scarboroughwarning, followed by Megaphone (preferred over his stablemate Blue Anthem), who is building up to something bigger.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: The race is for horses aged 3yo+.
• Fate of Favourites: Race statistics detailing the fate of favourites are not provided for this specific race in the sources.
• Trainer Records: Trainer records for this specific race are not provided in the sources.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Ziggy’s Condor:
  • Strengths: Recent high-quality performance (4th at York), close contender at Southwell, and a favorable draw.
  • Weaknesses: Has not won as often as his ability suggests.
  • Suitability: A leading contender, expected to utilize his draw and recent form well.
• Blue Anthem:
  • Strengths: Three wins this year, including one at this track.
  • Weaknesses: Progress has stalled recently, and he is expected to contend for only minor prize money. Spotlight views stablemate Megaphone as a more appealing proposition.
  • Suitability: Minor chance of placing, but not a primary win contender.

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7. 8.00 Play At The Races StableDuel Handicap (Class 6) 1m 142y (AW)

The TimeWise Master Top Two rated horses are El Fox and Suzuka.

Recent Form and Comments

• Suzuka (3yo): A free-going filly who is consistent rather than progressive. She is edging down the weights and has run respectably at a modest level. This is her first run in 0-60 company, and she is expected to make a bold bid.
• El Fox (3yo): A seven-race maiden who has shown some promise in handicaps this summer, including here over 9.5f four weeks ago. Dropping back in trip shouldn’t be an issue, and she holds each-way claims.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight Verdict selects ECHO OF GLORY, who needs to bounce back from a lesser effort but whose best form suggests he can win off this mark. Suzuka is highly likely to perform consistently and is ranked high on the list. Simba’s Gift, Moonlight Bomb, and Keep Talking are also noted as interesting contenders.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: The race is for horses aged 3yo.
• Fate of Favourites: Race statistics detailing the fate of favourites are not provided for this specific race in the sources.
• Trainer Records: Trainer records for this specific race are not provided in the sources.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Suzuka:
  • Strengths: Consistent performance, edges down the weights, and drops into 0-60 company for the first time. Expected to make a bold bid.
  • Weaknesses: Free-going temperament, consistent but not progressive.
  • Suitability: High on the list due to class drop and expected consistency.
• El Fox:
  • Strengths: Recent promise shown in handicaps, including over a slightly longer trip here. The slightly shorter trip (1m 142y) is not a concern.
  • Weaknesses: Seven-race maiden.
  • Suitability: Holds each-way claims.

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8. 8.30 Free Tips Daily On attheraces.com Handicap (Class 6) 1m 4f 51y (AW)

The TimeWise Master Top Two rated horses are Little Miss India and Meet Me In Meraki.

Recent Form and Comments

• Little Miss India (4yo): Opened her account on her tenth attempt, winning a 1m3f handicap at Southwell two weeks ago (first time hooded). She is up 6lb and the concern is that this race may provide a different, less speed-favouring test than her last victory.
• Meet Me In Meraki (4yo): Started the year with a 9.5f win here and recently won a 1m2f selling handicap at Chelmsford 18 days ago. He is running off a 3lb higher mark, and his ability to handle the new, longer trip (1m4f) is a concern.

Spotlight Verdict

The Spotlight Verdict prefers JIMMY MARK tentatively for his first AW win. Little Miss India is still feared, despite the concerns about the nature of the test compared to her recent win. Meet Me In Meraki and Endofastorm also won last time, but Meet Me In Meraki needs to prove himself at the 1m4f trip.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: The race is for horses aged 4yo+.
• Fate of Favourites: Race statistics detailing the fate of favourites are not provided for this specific race in the sources.
• Trainer Records: Trainer records for this specific race are not provided in the sources.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Little Miss India:
  • Strengths: Recent success at Southwell (1m3f) breaking her maiden.
  • Weaknesses: Up 6lb; likely to face a different type of test here than the relative test of speed she won previously.
  • Suitability: Still “feared,” suggesting a strong chance despite known handicaps.
• Meet Me In Meraki:
  • Strengths: A recent winner (1m2f) and a course winner earlier in the year (9.5f).
  • Weaknesses: Must prove stamina at 1m4f, which is a new, longer trip; runs off a 3lb higher mark.
  • Suitability: Concerns regarding stamina at the distance.