This response addresses your query by reviewing all Wetherby races chronologically, identifying the TimeWise Master (TWM) Top Two rated horses, summarising their details, providing the Spotlight Verdict, detailing race statistics (where available), and assessing the chances of the top two contenders.
12.47 bet365 ‘Chasing Excellence’ Beginners’ Chase
(2m 3f 85y, Class 3)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated
- The Four Sixes
- Sixmilebridge
Recent Form and Comments
- The Four Sixes (7yo): This horse pulled up and unseated the rider (while ahead at the time, but some way out) in his two chasing attempts last season. He finished the campaign on a high with back-to-back wins in handicap hurdles, including one at Ayr (2m5f, good to soft), which took his form to a new level. His performance level elevated him into the same league as Sixmilebridge.
- Sixmilebridge (6yo): He secured his three wins over hurdles last season while making all the running. Notably, he achieved a decisive defeat of Potters Charm in a 2m4f Grade 2 at Cheltenham (on soft ground, though he is fine on good to soft, he is unraced on quicker). He never performed to his potential in the 2m5f Grade 1 at the Festival after racing too freely. He is anticipated to take high rank over fences this season.
Spotlight Verdict
Fergal O’Brien’s SIXMILEBRIDGE reached a level over hurdles to suggest he could be one of the better novice chasers in Britain this season. The Four Sixes soon had his chase career aborted last winter but he finished the season off on a high and, based on their best RPRs, there wasn’t a lot between the pair over hurdles.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups, Fate of Favourites, Trainer Records: Not available in the provided sources for this specific race.
Assessment of the Top Two
- The Four Sixes:
- Strengths: Ended last season with enhanced form over hurdles, placing him in the same class as Sixmilebridge.
- Weaknesses: Failed in his two previous attempts at chasing last season.
- Suitability: His peak RPRs over hurdles make him a strong contender in this class.
- Sixmilebridge:
- Strengths: Grade 2 winner over hurdles; potential high-ranking novice chaser; effective front-runner.
- Weaknesses: Ran too freely in a Grade 1 previously; unraced on quicker ground.
- Suitability: Considered the one to beat, provided he handles his debut chasing run well.
1.17 Best Odds Guaranteed At bet365 Maiden Hurdle
(2m 3f 154y, Class 3)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated
- Blue Carpet
- Ballylicky Bay
Recent Form and Comments
- Blue Carpet (5yo): He showed good form under penalties after securing his first bumper win. He possesses valuable hurdling experience, having chased home a highly regarded horse (who showed promise) at Chepstow (2m, good). He is expected to face nothing of that calibre today.
- Ballylicky Bay (5yo): This horse is a 3m Irish point winner. He finished well to take the lead in a bumper at Bangor (good ground). Although that bumper form is considered moderate, his pedigree and the longer trip here should assist him on his hurdling debut.
Spotlight Verdict
This does look BLUE CARPET‘s race to lose. He had much the best bumper form of these and he probably ran into a very good horse on his hurdling debut. Ballylicky Bay won a moderate bumper at Bangor but she showed a willing attitude and her pedigree bodes well for the future.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups, Fate of Favourites, Trainer Records: Not available in the provided sources for this specific race.
Assessment of the Top Two
- Blue Carpet:
- Strengths: Superior bumper form; already has hurdles race experience.
- Weaknesses: None specified, but needs to prove effectiveness over this distance on the day.
- Suitability: Expected to win due to experience and class edge; deemed very hard to oppose.
- Ballylicky Bay:
- Strengths: Proven stamina (3m point winner); showed a willing attitude in his bumper win; long trip should suit on debut.
- Weaknesses: Bumper form was moderate.
- Suitability: Pedigree suggests future potential in hurdles.
1.47 bet365 Handicap Hurdle
(2m 3f 154y, Class 3)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated
- High Dancer
- Williethebuilder
Recent Form and Comments
- High Dancer (5yo): A 3m point winner, he was improving steadily before leaving his former trainer. He won a 2m5f maiden and was narrowly beaten on his handicap debut over 2m6f at Kelso (good ground). He is up 3lb but is a lightly raced 5yo who retains plenty of upside for his new stable (Nicky Richards).
- Williethebuilder (6yo): He had a mixed season last year, though he started well with a second and a win in 2m handicaps here, and he performed well at Cheltenham in April. He has left Dan Skelton but remains in the same ownership and his handicap mark is considered favourable (125). He is noted for hitting the ground running last season.
Spotlight Verdict
Improving one that leaves Dan Skelton is asking a lot but WILLIETHEBUILDER (nap) is on a good mark and he hit the ground running last season. It was all coming together for High Dancer earlier this year and he’s of strong interest on his first run for Nicky Richards. Glen Road is preferred of the others.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups (W-Pl-R): 4yo 1-0-5, 5yo 4-4-22, 6yo 3-6-30, 7yo 1-4-21, 8yo 1-1-13, 9yo 0-2-9, 10yo 0-1-5.
- Fate of Favourites: 513201F2P3.
- Trainers in this Race (w-pl-r): Donald McCain 0-1-2, Micky Hammond 0-1-7, Nicky Richards 0-1-1.
Assessment of the Top Two
- High Dancer:
- Strengths: Lightly raced; proven stamina (3m point winner); retaining potential for improvement.
- Weaknesses: Taking on a stiffer handicap mark (+3lb); stable debut.
- Suitability: Highly regarded new recruit who is of strong interest over this trip.
- Williethebuilder:
- Strengths: On a good mark (125); already a course winner (2m); handles high-level competition (ran well at Cheltenham).
- Weaknesses: Mixed form last season.
- Suitability: Considered the primary choice (nap) on his opening mark.
2.20 Paul Ferguson’s Jumpers To Follow Wensleydale Juvenile Hurdle (Listed Race)
(2m, Class 1)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated
- Ammes
- Genbu
Recent Form and Comments
- Ammes (3yo): Had a productive Flat career, culminating in a second place in a valuable handicap at Glorious Goodwood (1m3f, good to soft; RPR 94). He has comfortably justified odds-on favouritism in two juvenile hurdles, including one under a penalty at Cheltenham. He faces no penalty in this Listed race.
- Genbu (3yo): Described as quite ordinary on the Flat. He previously ran well behind Ammes in one of his three hurdles defeats. He won a recent five-runner race over C&D 16 days ago. He is facing a much stiffer task here.
Spotlight Verdict
It’s difficult to get away from AMMES, who was the best of these on the Flat and he goes unpenalised for winning two juvenile hurdles without coming under a great deal of pressure. Comfortable Fontwell winner The Bellhop is feared most, though Shooting won over hurdles in France and Tralee Girl is a triple Flat winner in receipt of 7lb all round.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups (W-Pl-R): 3yo 9-9-58 (Only juvenile race).
- Fate of Favourites: 141131121.
- Trainers in this Race (w-pl-r): Dan Skelton 2-1-5, James Owen 1-0-1.
Assessment of the Top Two
- Ammes:
- Strengths: High-class Flat form (RPR 94); flawless start to hurdling career; receives no penalty despite recent wins.
- Weaknesses: None specified.
- Suitability: Considered difficult to beat.
- Genbu:
- Strengths: Recent course and distance winner.
- Weaknesses: Previously beaten by Ammes; ordinary Flat ability; facing a significant rise in class.
- Suitability: Needs substantial improvement to compete successfully in this Listed race.
2.55 Bet Boost At bet365 Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap)
(2m 3f 85y, Class 1)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated
- Magistrato
- Homme Public
Recent Form and Comments
- Magistrato (7yo): A front-runner who is typically difficult to catch on his day. He recently completed a hat-trick in small fields (around 2m4f, latest in a match) and has consequently been raised a collective 20lb. He performs well on good ground and is certain to make a bold challenge.
- Homme Public (8yo): He demonstrated consistency when mixing hurdles and fences last season. His recent best efforts include finishing second in a 2m Grade 3 handicap chase at Ayr in April (good to soft). He possesses course form and can run well fresh, although competing off his current mark (140) is challenging.
Spotlight Verdict
Tactics will be key here as Magistrato is a one-dimensional front-runner and Thistle Ask didn’t hang about when winning at Kelso last weekend. The latter is preferred of that pair, yet they might just set it up for a late player, and INEDIT STAR should be a factor if resuming where he left off last season when competitive in strong handicaps. The admirable Tommy’s Oscar can also have a say.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups (W-Pl-R): 5yo 0-1-1, 6yo 1-1-7, 7yo 4-3-18, 8yo 2-6-21, 9yo 1-1-14, 10yo 1-0-3, 11yo 0-0-3, 12yo 0-0-1.
- Fate of Favourites: 101412131.
- Trainers in this Race (w-pl-r): Dan Skelton 1-0-7.
Assessment of the Top Two
- Magistrato:
- Strengths: Exceptional recent form (hat-trick); proven on good ground; bold front-running style.
- Weaknesses: Massive weight increase (+20lb); reliance on front-running tactics may play into the hands of closers.
- Suitability: Sure to contend but highly dependent on how the race unfolds tactically.
- Homme Public:
- Strengths: Consistent; Grade 3 placed; good when fresh; course form.
- Weaknesses: High handicap mark (140) makes winning difficult.
- Suitability: Expected to run his best race if fresh.
3.30 Racing Value At bet365 Handicap Hurdle (Div I)
(2m 5f 56y, Class 5)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated
- Dalileo
- Thank You Blue
Recent Form and Comments
- Dalileo (10yo): A horse with high mileage. He has shown consistency by running three respectable races already this month.
- Thank You Blue (8yo): A three-time hurdle winner who has returned to form recently, posting reasonable efforts at Uttoxeter (2m4f) and here (3m).
Spotlight Verdict
Mark Walford picked up PRINCESSE MILANIA the day after her clearcut Plumpton win for Olly Murphy and this lightly raced mare could have more to offer with that recent improvement coming after wind surgery. Lillistar returns to jumps action on the back of a Flat win, while Cap Ricochet might yet raise his profile.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups (W-Pl-R): 4yo 0-0-4, 5yo 1-5-16, 6yo 2-5-23, 7yo 3-1-8, 8yo 0-0-2, 10yo 0-0-1.
- Fate of Favourites: 241264.
- Trainers in this Race (w-pl-r): Mark Walford 1-0-5, Philip Kirby 0-1-2.
Assessment of the Top Two
- Dalileo:
- Strengths: Proven current consistency with three respectable runs recently.
- Weaknesses: High mileage (10yo).
- Suitability: Expected to run a race that provides value for money.
- Thank You Blue:
- Strengths: Experienced winner who has bounced back to form recently.
- Weaknesses: Had previously threatened to lose form.
- Suitability: Holds each-way claims based on recent respectable runs.
4.05 Racing Value At bet365 Handicap Hurdle (Div II)
(2m 5f 56y, Class 5)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated
- Captain Cool
- Top Flight Century
Recent Form and Comments
- Captain Cool (5yo): An Irish point winner who is demonstrating improvement under rules. He won a 2m1f Sedgefield handicap three weeks ago, seeing the race out best. He is up 5lb but appears likely to handle this longer trip.
- Top Flight Century (4yo): Has maintained good form since winning a 2m4f race at Perth during the summer. He recently pulled clear with a subsequent winner at Carlisle two weeks ago. He is up 4lb.
Spotlight Verdict
Preference is for the 4yo TOP FLIGHT CENTURY who pulled clear with an in-form winner at Carlisle. Captain Cool is a recent winner heading in the right direction, while handicap debutants Jehol De Thaix and Duel Au Soleil are of obvious interest.
Race Statistics
- Age Groups, Fate of Favourites, Trainer Records: Not available in the provided sources for this specific race.
Assessment of the Top Two
- Captain Cool:
- Strengths: Recent winner who is progressing well; likely stamina for this longer distance.
- Weaknesses: Received a 5lb penalty.
- Suitability: Heading in the right direction and should be a factor.
- Top Flight Century:
- Strengths: Consistent performer maintaining form since summer; recent excellent run suggests a solid chance despite the 4lb penalty. Preferred by the Spotlight analysis.
- Weaknesses: Received a 4lb penalty.
- Suitability: Strong contender based on recent performance levels.
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