Executive Summary

This briefing synthesizes comprehensive data for the horse racing meetings at Aintree, Galway, Fontwell Park, and Wexford on October 26th, 2025. The analysis integrates racecard details, expert “Spotlight” verdicts, TimeWise Master Ratings, and significant market movements to provide a detailed outlook on the day’s events.

The feature race is the Grade 2 William Hill Old Roan Limited Handicap Chase at Aintree (2:55 PM), where the 10-year-old Minella Drama is tipped as the “nap” selection, having won the same race last year. Other notable “nap” selections from expert analysis include Largy Poet in the 1:30 PM chase at Fontwell and Kilbarry Saint in the 12:30 PM beginners chase at Wexford.

Significant market activity has been observed, with strong support for horses such as Crest Of Valour (10/1 into 7/2) at Fontwell and Ashtown Lad (17/2 into 100/30) at Aintree. Conversely, horses like Katios Queen (7/2 out to 10/1) at Fontwell have seen their odds drift significantly.

Crucially, several key non-runners have been declared. Notably, Fierce Handay, the Spotlight “nap” selection for the 4:13 PM handicap hurdle at Galway, has been withdrawn. Other significant non-runners include Cracking Rhapsody from the 3:30 PM handicap hurdle at Aintree and My Great Mate from the 1:25 PM beginners chase at Galway.

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Aintree Race Meeting Analysis

12:40 PM – Butterworth Spengler Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle

• Race Synopsis: A Class 3 handicap hurdle over 3 miles and 149 yards with a total prize value of £19,000.

• Spotlight Verdict: The vote goes to the lightly raced 6-year-old Heather Honey, who is expected to improve for the step up in trip. Pounding Poet is feared most, with Icare Allen, Doc McCoy, and the 5-year-old Kikijo also noted as potential contenders.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Heather Honey: Won three consecutive races over 2m7f earlier in the year and a recent close third at Southwell suggests readiness for this longer trip.

    ◦ Pounding Poet: Showed good form in a visor over the summer, winning at Uttoxeter and going close at Cartmel. Considered a primary threat.

    ◦ Icare Allen: Has strong form figures of 29214 with jockey Benjamin Macey and is effective on various ground conditions.

    ◦ Doc McCoy: A progressive type who has won 5 of 11 hurdle races, including an easy victory last time out at Warwick.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections for this race are Doc McCoy and Pounding Poet.

• Market Insights: Lipa K has drifted in the market from 17/2 to 12/1.

1:15 PM – Stream Champions Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase

• Race Synopsis: A Class 3 novices’ handicap chase over 1 mile, 7 furlongs, and 176 yards, with a total value of £22,500.

• Spotlight Verdict: Tom Doniphon is the selection. This free-going front-runner is expected to cope with the drop in trip and could prove hard to catch. Spadestep is the second choice.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Tom Doniphon: A low-mileage 6-year-old with two hurdle wins last winter. Makes his chasing debut with Irish pointing experience.

    ◦ Spadestep: An Irish point winner who quickly switches to a handicap chase after a novice hurdle win, suggesting high confidence from connections.

    ◦ Jordans Cross: An unexposed 5-year-old and Irish point winner making his chase debut with “considerable potential.”

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Beau Quali and Spadestep.

• Market Insights: A strong market move has been noted for Spadestep (11/4 into 7/4) and Jordans Cross (5/1 into 3/1). Conversely, Beau Quali (5/2 to 7/2) and All The Glory (8/1 to 12/1) have drifted.

1:50 PM – William Hill Vieux Lion Rouge Veterans’ Handicap Chase

• Race Synopsis: A Class 2 veterans’ handicap chase (Leg 7 of the Stayers’ Series) over 3 miles and 210 yards, valued at £35,000.

• Non-Runner: Smarty Wild has been declared a non-runner.

• Spotlight Verdict: The vote goes to Marown, who has a strong record on reappearance outings. Le Milos is the second choice.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Marown: An 11-year-old who has finished runner-up on his last three seasonal reappearances and has regular cheekpieces back on.

    ◦ Le Milos: Won two veterans’ chases earlier in the year and is considered a leading player for a top yard if fully prepared.

    ◦ Torn And Frayed: Has jumping issues but showed promise on reappearance at Chepstow and could be a factor if minimizing errors.

    ◦ Ashtown Lad: Exploited a reduced mark to win at Kelso recently and remains well-treated on old form, despite being out of the handicap today.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Le Milos and Numitor.

• Market Insights: Significant market support for Ashtown Lad has seen his odds shorten from 17/2 to 100/30. Drifters in the race include Marown (15/2 to 12/1), Torn And Frayed (9/4 to 100/30), and Le Milos (5/2 to 100/30).

2:20 PM – William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Maiden Hurdle

• Race Synopsis: A Class 3 maiden hurdle over 2 miles and 4 furlongs with a prize value of £17,000.

• Spotlight Verdict: The selection is Big Ticket, a £155,000 recruit who impressed on his Irish maiden point debut. Marsiac is considered the chief danger, ahead of In The Age.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Big Ticket: Won easily on debut in an Irish maiden point and makes his rules debut for the in-form Twiston-Davies stable.

    ◦ Marsiac: Runner-up in an Irish point and kept on well for fourth on his rules debut. The step up in trip is seen as a positive.

    ◦ In The Age: An Irish point and bumper winner for a top trainer who won this race last year. Expected to have more to offer over this trip.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Jimmy Hurdstrom and Tiddesley Wood.

• Market Insights: There has been market support for In The Age, whose odds have shortened from 4/1 to 5/2.

2:55 PM – William Hill Old Roan Limited Handicap Chase (Grade 2)

• Race Synopsis: The day’s feature Grade 2 race over 2 miles, 3 furlongs, and 200 yards, with a total prize value of £80,000.

• Spotlight Verdict: The “nap” selection is Minella Drama. The 10-year-old has an excellent record in this race on his seasonal reappearance, having finished second in 2023 and first in 2024. Boombawn is the second choice, with Master Chewy also having a “very big shout”.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Minella Drama: The defending champion, capable of a bold bid off a mark 1lb lower than his victory 12 months ago.

    ◦ Boombawn: Posted a career-best when fourth in a Grade 1 over this course and distance in April. A strong candidate from an in-form yard.

    ◦ Imperial Saint: A second-season chaser and three-time course winner who is open to further improvement.

    ◦ Hitman: Has finished runner-up in this race in both of the last two years and often runs very well despite a low win-rate.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Boombawn and Imperial Saint.

3:30 PM – William Hill Each Way Extra Handicap Hurdle

• Race Synopsis: A Class 2 handicap hurdle over 2 miles and 4 furlongs, valued at £35,000.

• Non-Runner: Cracking Rhapsody has been declared a non-runner.

• Spotlight Verdict: Serious Challenge is the selection, with trainer Fergal O’Brien having won the last three runnings of this race. Moonbow is the chief danger, ahead of Ace Of Spades.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Serious Challenge: A talented Flat performer who won three novice hurdles. Expected to improve now back up in trip.

    ◦ Moonbow: Is 2-2 in handicaps, winning both at Perth. Progressive but faces a 10lb rise in the weights and classier opposition.

    ◦ Ace Of Spades: Remains unexposed and in excellent hands to progress further, though the drop back in trip is noted as not being an obvious positive.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Ace Of Spades, Cracking Rhapsody (now a non-runner), and Moonbow.

• Market Insights: Serious Operator has seen his odds drift from 7/1 to 9/1.

4:05 PM – Racing TV Mares’ Open National Hunt Flat Race

• Race Synopsis: A Class 2 National Hunt flat race for 4-5yo fillies and mares over 2 miles and 209 yards, with a prize value of £17,500.

• Spotlight Verdict: The selection is Lady Dapple Rose, who shaped with “considerable promise” when sixth at 250-1 at Cheltenham in April and is expected to be taken more seriously. Lyrical Choice is the second choice, with newcomers Edith Pelham and Lady Motivator also noted as interesting.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Lady Dapple Rose: Represents a trainer with a 0-24 strike-rate in bumpers but showed significant promise on debut.

    ◦ Lyrical Choice: From a strong jumping family, she made a promising debut when second at Worcester and is expected to be competitive.

    ◦ Edith Pelham: A point winner who was purchased for £180,000 and has joined a good stable for her rules career.

    ◦ Lady Motivator: A 90,000euros purchase representing a top stable with a very good 20% bumper strike-rate.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Dotties Promise and Lady Dapple Rose.

• Market Insights: There has been strong support for Lyrical Choice (7/1 into 4/1). Drifters include Lady Dapple Rose (13/2 to 12/1), Ladies Day (6/1 to 10/1), and Dotties Promise (6/1 to 17/2).

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Galway Race Meeting Analysis

12:50 PM – Mares Maiden Hurdle

• Race Synopsis: A maiden hurdle for mares over 2 miles and 11 yards, valued at €12,000.

• Spotlight Verdict: While noting that top connections are persevering with Holly Brook, the vote goes to Amen Kate, whose bumper form was superior and who has the benefit of a highly encouraging recent run over hurdles.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Amen Kate: Made a pleasing hurdling debut when third at Listowel, and that form gives her “seriously good claims at this level”.

    ◦ Holly Brook: A point winner returning from a long absence for top connections in a race lacking depth.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Amen Kate and Rainbow Connection.

• Market Insights: Amen Kate has drifted slightly from 1/6 to 2/7.

1:25 PM – Irish Stallion Farms EBF Beginners Chase

• Race Synopsis: A beginners chase over 2 miles, 6 furlongs, and 111 yards with a prize value of €15,500.

• Non-Runner: My Great Mate has been declared a non-runner.

• Spotlight Verdict: Second-season novice O’Moore Park is selected as likely to be hard to beat if reproducing his Cheltenham Festival placed form. Oscars Brother is also noted.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ O’Moore Park: Placed at the Cheltenham Festival last season. Paul Townend takes the ride for the first time since his hurdles career.

    ◦ Oscars Brother: A useful 135-rated hurdler who has finished second on both chase starts and has shown enough to suggest he can win a similar contest.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are O’Moore Park and Win Some Lose Some.

• Market Insights: Road To Home (12/1 to 18/1) and Great Universe (18/1 to 28/1) have drifted in the market.

2:00 PM – Brasserie On The Corner Handicap Chase

• Race Synopsis: A handicap chase over 2 miles, 6 furlongs, and 111 yards, with a prize value of €12,000.

• Non-Runners: Ballagh Star, Midnight Moonshine, and Old Soul have been declared non-runners.

• Spotlight Verdict: An open-looking race where the each-way suggestion is Smallcraftwarning, who chased home a well-handicapped horse at Punchestown. Low Style and Vaureal could also feature.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Smallcraftwarning: Coming off a good second at Punchestown and has a useful 7lb claimer on board.

    ◦ Low Style: Signed off last season with a good second at Navan on handicap debut and holds a definite chance if running to a similar level.

    ◦ Vaureal: Runner-up here last time out over a shorter trip and ought to be competitive.

• Market Insights: Dream In The Park (17/2 to 9/2) and Low Style (7/1 to 9/2) have been backed, while Shantou Show has drifted from 11/1 to 16/1.

2:35 PM – Glenman Corporation Handicap Chase

• Race Synopsis: A handicap chase over 2 miles, 6 furlongs, and 111 yards, valued at €23,000.

• Spotlight Verdict: A chance is taken on the fitness of My Immortal, who has contested strong races and has a winnable mark. Bal Kauto, Buddy One, and Ballybawn Belter are also expected to run well.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ My Immortal: Is 0-7 over fences but has been competing in smart company. Confidence would be welcomed on his first run since January.

    ◦ Bal Kauto: Is 3-3 over fences and seeking a fourth consecutive win after victories in two handicap hurdles and a chase. Faces a rise in grade and weight.

    ◦ Ballybawn Belter: A three-time hurdle winner who made a likeable return from a break when second at Gowran.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Bal Kauto and Buddy One.

• Market Insights: Banjaxed has seen support (10/1 into 7/1). Bal Kauto (7/4 to 9/4) and Prince Palace (14/1 to 20/1) have drifted.

3:05 PM – Supermac’s Novice Hurdle

• Race Synopsis: A novice hurdle over 2 miles, 4 furlongs, and 156 yards with a prize value of €14,000.

• Spotlight Verdict: I’ll Sort That is the selection, setting a fair standard based on bumper form and an impressive maiden hurdle win at Listowel. Ma Jacks Hill and Welonlyhavedone are noted as upgrading winners.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ I’ll Sort That: Hammered a subsequent winner in his maiden hurdle at Listowel and looks like a “smart prospect”.

    ◦ Ma Jacks Hill: A €310,000 point winner who came good at Gowran and could be on the upgrade.

    ◦ Welonlyhavedone: A winning pointer who justified short odds on his hurdling debut and remains unexposed.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Ma Jacks Hill and Welonlyhavedone.

• Market Insights: There is strong support for I’ll Sort That (4/5 into 8/15). Drifters include Ma Jacks Hill (9/4 to 100/30) and Welonlyhavedone (3/1 to 9/2).

3:38 PM – Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate Maiden Hurdle

• Race Synopsis: A maiden hurdle over 2 miles, 5 furlongs, and 100 yards, valued at €12,500.

• Non-Runner: Sekakarma has been declared a non-runner.

• Spotlight Verdict: He Can’t Dance is selected as “potentially a cut above these rivals” based on his high-class bumper form, including a third in a Grade 2 at Leopardstown. Frankie John and Doctor Steinberg are noted as potential threats.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ He Can’t Dance: Held his own in top-level bumpers at Leopardstown and Cheltenham.

    ◦ Frankie John: A course bumper winner who was a beaten odds-on favourite on his hurdling debut but may pose a threat.

    ◦ Doctor Steinberg: A bumper winner who beat a subsequent winner decisively but needs to bounce back from a tame effort at the Galway festival.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Doctor Steinberg and He Cant Dance.

• Market Insights: Doctor Steinberg has been backed from 11/4 into 7/4. He Cant Dance has drifted from 5/6 to 6/4, and Jisco Du Brem has shortened significantly from 40/1 to 20/1.

4:13 PM – COLM QUINN BMW Handicap Hurdle

• Race Synopsis: A handicap hurdle over 2 miles and 11 yards with a prize value of €15,000.

• Non-Runners: The Spotlight “nap” selection Fierce Handay and Teds Corner have been declared non-runners.

• Spotlight Verdict: The original “nap” selection was Fierce Handay. With his withdrawal, probable dangers noted are Red Glory, who improved with a tongue-tie, and The Nagger Reidy, who was in good form last spring.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Red Glory: The addition of a tongue-tie seemed to have a positive effect when second at Fairyhouse recently.

    ◦ The Nagger Reidy: Placed in his final two starts before a break and could be a factor if fit.

    ◦ Oh So Charming: Inconsistent but put in a solid effort when third in a claiming hurdle recently.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Red Glory and The Nagger Reidy.

• Market Insights: Significant market moves have been recorded for Oh So Charming (8/1 into 4/1), One Big Boum (12/1 into 7/1), Speakasyoufind (18/1 into 9/1), Kellys Cosmos (16/1 into 9/1), and Red Glory (3/1 into 9/4).

4:43 PM – Galway Plastic Surgery 4-Y-O Fillies (Pro/Am) INH Flat Race

• Race Synopsis: A National Hunt flat race for 4-year-old fillies over 2 miles and 11 yards, valued at €10,500.

• Spotlight Verdict: The vote goes to Churchfield Annie, who was an “eyecatcher” on debut, coming from further behind than the two who beat her. How’s Ellie, a Willie Mullins newcomer, is of clear interest, and Susie Lenglen also has clear claims after a promising debut.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Churchfield Annie: A well-related filly who stayed on well for third on debut at Tipperary.

    ◦ How’s Ellie: A newcomer from a strong family representing the Willie Mullins yard.

    ◦ Susie Lenglen: Showed high promise when finishing second and clear of the rest at Fairyhouse.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Churchfield Annie and Frontier Rose.

• Market Insights: Susie Lenglen has drifted slightly from 15/8 to 5/2.

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Fontwell Park Race Meeting Analysis

12:22 PM – Pertemps Network Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle

• Race Synopsis: A Class 4 handicap hurdle over 2 miles, 1 furlong, and 162 yards, with a prize value of £7,700.

• Spotlight Verdict: The top pick is Diamond Ambition, an unexposed 5-year-old who finished well on his last run and is open to more progress on handicap debut. Le Galli Bier is the main threat, with Batwomen as third choice.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Diamond Ambition: Found plenty of progress when second at Worcester last month and is an interesting contender for Dan Skelton.

    ◦ Le Galli Bier: Another handicap newcomer, looks interesting dropped back in trip after wind surgery.

    ◦ Batwomen: A dual hurdle winner who ended last season with a clearcut success at this track.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Batwomen and Karton Plein.

• Market Insights: There’s market support for Brave Knight (5/2 into 7/4) and Karton Plein (3/1 into 9/4). Diamond Ambition (7/2 to 6/1) and Le Galli Bier (11/2 to 12/1) have drifted significantly.

12:57 PM – Pertemps Juvenile Hurdle

• Race Synopsis: A Class 4 juvenile hurdle over 2 miles, 1 furlong, and 162 yards, valued at £7,700.

• Spotlight Verdict: The vote goes to Babyken, a Paul Nicholls recruit who was a 2-mile winner on the Flat in France and could have a “bright future”. Galactique is respected, while Lunar Orbit and Winston Junior are also noted.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Babyken: Switches to hurdling for a top trainer after winning a maiden on the Flat in France.

    ◦ Winston Junior: A useful Flat performer making his hurdling and stable debut. Has been backed from 7/4 into Evens.

    ◦ Galactique: Showed determination to win over course and distance last month and is respected under a penalty.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Galactique and Winston Junior.

• Market Insights: Winston Junior has been heavily backed (7/4 into Evens). Babyken has drifted significantly from 2/1 to 4/1, as has Lunar Orbit (7/2 to 6/1).

1:30 PM – Pertemps Handicap Chase

• Race Synopsis: A Class 3 handicap chase over 3 miles, 1 furlong, and 210 yards, with a prize value of £23,000.

• Spotlight Verdict: The “nap” selection is Largy Poet, who raised his form to a new level when winning by 10 lengths on his chase debut. A 5lb rise is considered fair. Jeffery’s Cross is the main danger, with My Silver Lining also on the shortlist.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Largy Poet: Open to more progress over fences and a “big player” if he can pick up where he left off.

    ◦ Jeffery’s Cross: Had a productive time in hunter chases and has won when fresh in the past.

    ◦ My Silver Lining: Resumes off a dangerous mark for an in-form yard.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Art Decco and Largy Poet.

• Market Insights: Market support is evident for Illegal D’Ainay (4/1 into 2/1). Drifters include Art Decco (100/30 to 6/1), Jeffery’s Cross (9/1 to 16/1), Largy Poet (9/4 to 3/1), and Bretney (22/1 to 40/1).

2:05 PM – Pertemps Network Handicap Chase

• Race Synopsis: A Class 2 handicap chase over 2 miles, 3 furlongs, and 104 yards, valued at £25,000.

• Spotlight Verdict: Can You Call gets the vote, with the booking of Sean Bowen seen as a positive indicator. Statuario is second choice as the only runner with a good recent effort, while Twinjets and Bucksy Des Epeires are dangerous if tuned up after breaks.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Can You Call: Was in good form last winter when last seen, finishing second on consecutive outings.

    ◦ Bucksy Des Epeires: Won fresh last autumn off today’s mark and is still lightly raced over fences. Has seen significant market support (100/30 into 6/4).

    ◦ Statuario: Gained all six chase wins at Perth and is in good nick, but may not be as effective over this course and distance.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Can You Call, Kotmask, and Statuario.

• Market Insights: Significant backing for Bucksy Des Epeires (100/30 to 6/4) and Can You Call (11/2 to 7/2). Drifters include Statuario (9/2 to 10/1) and Etalon (7/1 to 12/1).

2:40 PM – Pertemps Network Maiden Hurdle (Div I)

• Race Synopsis: A Class 4 maiden hurdle over 2 miles, 1 furlong, and 162 yards, with a prize value of £7,700.

• Spotlight Verdict: All eyes are on Idaho Sun, who has the potential to be one of the better British novice hurdlers this season after holding his own in the Champion Bumper. Gaelic Pride and Bespoke Tailor are also noted as promising.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Idaho Sun: Sixth in the Champion Bumper at Cheltenham and easily the best of these in that sphere.

    ◦ Gaelic Pride: A point and bumper winner who was not disgraced in a Grade 2 at Aintree.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Gaelic Pride and Idaho Sun.

• Market Insights: Significant market drifters are Corner Forward (9/1 to 20/1), Mild Magic (12/1 to 28/1), and Johnny Hooves (16/1 to 33/1).

3:15 PM – Pertemps Network Maiden Hurdle (Div II)

• Race Synopsis: The second division of the Class 4 maiden hurdle over 2 miles, 1 furlong, and 162 yards, valued at £7,700.

• Spotlight Verdict: Preference is for Dan Skelton’s hurdling debutant Leaumec De Mee, who made a very promising bumper debut. Bright Legend is tough to beat on his best Irish form but hard to assess on stable debut.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Leaumec De Mee: Made a promising bumper debut at Kempton in March, finishing second to a subsequent dual hurdle winner.

    ◦ Bright Legend: Has useful hurdling form, including a second in a Listed handicap at Limerick, but his recent chasing form is underwhelming.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Leaumec De Mee and Little Ledgend.

• Market Insights: Snapdance has drifted from 17/2 to 16/1.

3:47 PM – Pertemps Network Group Handicap Chase

• Race Synopsis: A Class 5 handicap chase over 2 miles, 5 furlongs, and 135 yards, valued at £6,350.

• Non-Runner: Solid Fuel has been declared a non-runner.

• Spotlight Verdict: I’m Your Buckaroo and Tuscan Rose are interesting chasing newcomers. Confidence behind Getaway King on his debut for Fergal O’Brien should be noted.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ I’m Your Buckaroo: Progressed over hurdles earlier this year and appeals as one with more to offer on chasing debut after wind surgery.

    ◦ Getaway King: Offered little under rules previously but could improve for the handling of top trainer Fergal O’Brien and has been heavily backed (3/1 into 11/8).

    ◦ Tuscan Rose: Won a handicap hurdle when last seen and is bred to make a chaser.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Atreides and I’m Your Buckaroo.

• Market Insights: Strong support for Getaway King (3/1 into 11/8). Imperial Measure (9/2 to 11/1) and Tuscan Rose (9/2 to 7/1) have drifted.

4:22 PM – Pertemps Network “Newcomers” National Hunt Flat Race

• Race Synopsis: A Class 5 “Newcomers” bumper over 2 miles, 1 furlong, and 162 yards, valued at £4,500.

• Spotlight Verdict: A potentially above-average bumper. Token preference is for Katios Queen, who has a useful pedigree and is seemingly the pick of Dan Skelton’s two runners. Sappingirl and Montrachet Fin also represent stables with strong bumper records.

• Key Contenders Analysis:

    ◦ Katios Queen: Closely related to useful jumper Rock On Rocco and half-sister to useful hurdlers An Tobar and Elle Est Belle.

    ◦ Crest Of Valour: Represents a stable with a very healthy bumper strike-rate and has been subject of a major market move from 10/1 into 7/2.

    ◦ Sappingirl: An 88,000euros purchase for a top stable with an excellent bumper strike-rate.

• TimeWise Master Ratings: Top-rated selections are Lancelot Vivo and Sappingirl.

• Market Insights: Massive support for Crest Of Valour (10/1 into 7/2) and also for Lancelot Vivo (11/1 into 11/2). Katios Queen has drifted significantly from 7/2 out to 10/1. Sappingirl has also drifted from 7/4 to 5/2.

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Wexford Race Meeting Analysis

A detailed analysis for each race at Wexford follows, integrating racecard data and expert spotlight selections.

12:30 PM – Irish Stallion Farms EBF Beginners Chase

• Spotlight Verdict: A good opportunity for Kilbarry Saint (nap), who kept good company over fences last season and faces an easier task here. Palamon and Crescent Moon are also in the mix.

• Key Contenders: Kilbarry Saint ran with credit in graded chases and has a good chance if ready. Palamon has shown good form in two chase starts.

1:05 PM – Jim And Kay Whitty Memorial Handicap Chase

• Spotlight Verdict: Battle Of Ridgeway gets the nod after a good third at Listowel. Dark Note is consistently placed and will be thereabouts. Nouvotic is the pick of the De Bromhead runners.

• Key Contenders: Battle Of Ridgeway is a C&D winner. Dark Note has good recent form across disciplines. Release The Beast has claims on his best form but has questions to answer.

1:40 PM – William Hill Each Way Extra Challenge Series Maiden Hurdle

• Spotlight Verdict: The Henry de Bromhead-trained The Store Boy is the selection after a promising debut third. Parnell Street is a nice prospect, and Sea Eagle can build on a good hurdles debut.

• Key Contenders: The Store Boy is the choice of jockey Darragh O’Keeffe. Parnell Street was an easy bumper winner.

2:14 PM – William Hill Each Way Extra Challenge Series Maiden Hurdle

• Spotlight Verdict: Paul Nolan, who won this race last year, is triple-handed. Jury Foreman is preferred after shaping like this longer trip would suit on debut. Open Secret is feared, and point-to-point recruit Gin Tonic is respected.

• Key Contenders: Jury Foreman is expected to improve for the step up in trip. Open Secret showed aptitude on hurdling debut for a top stable.

2:47 PM – Irish Stallion Farms EBF Mares Hurdle

• Spotlight Verdict: Mozzies Sister ran well in graded company last season and is the one to beat on her return to hurdles. Dream On Baby and the unexposed Getaway Beo are also respected.

• Key Contenders: Mozzies Sister is the top-rated runner at 132. Dream On Baby was a solid second in a similar race at Listowel.

3:22 PM – Jim Ryan Racecourse Services Handicap Hurdle (Div I)

• Spotlight Verdict: Oogum Boogum has been running well in defeat and may get his head in front. If Aclass takes to new cheekpieces, he will be thereabouts. Hob’s Angel, Backinabit, and Cathryns Ruby are on the shortlist.

• Key Contenders: Oogum Boogum has been placed in two of his last three starts. Aclass ran a fine race on his return at Gowran.

3:56 PM – Jim Ryan Racecourse Services Handicap Hurdle (Div II)

• Spotlight Verdict: The hat-trick seeking Hitthehayson is taken on with the August C&D winner Stone Forest. Morell River, Ballinaboola Jet, and The Toothpicker are others to consider.

• Key Contenders: Hitthehayson has won both starts for his new trainer. Stone Forest is a course and distance winner returning to this venue.

4:30 PM – Irish Stallion Farms EBF Mares (Pro/Am) INH Flat Race

• Spotlight Verdict: A repeat of the performance that saw Lady Lena finish third at Listowel on debut should be enough to win this contest. Question Piege may do better at this level.

• Key Contenders: Lady Lena represents the powerful Willie Mullins yard and showed promise on her only start.