Newcastle; Analysis of the Timewise Top two rated+The Spotlight Verdict+Race Stats.

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This response works through all the Newcastle races chronologically, providing the requested analysis for each event based on the supplied sources.

Newcastle Races (Chronological Order)

3.35 Midnite A Next Generation Betting App Handicap (Class 6) 1m 2f 42y

TimeWise Master Top TwoRecent Form Summary & Comments
Falcon NineWinless in his first 25 starts, but his form has been excellent since blinkers were added (4321133). Both wins came over 1m1f on turf in August. He finished well for a creditable third over C&D last time and is dropping back in grade.
RubelliteRecorded her sixth career Tapeta win at Wolverhampton (1m4f) last month. She has subsequently placed twice at this track (12.4f). She still looks to be on a workable mark.

Spotlight Verdict
The vote goes to FALCON NINE (nap), who has form figures of 4321133 since blinkers were added and that latest third was an eyecatching effort in higher grade over C&D. Jam Lass is open to more progress at this trip and is respected after a near miss here on his recent stable debut. Speechman also enters the reckoning along with Richard Fahey’s in-form 5yo Rubellite.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: Not specified in the provided Newcastle statistics.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not specified in the provided Newcastle statistics.
  • Trainer Records (Selected): R. Fahey (96 wins/849 runners); I. Jardine (52-608); J. Goldie (65-565).

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Falcon Nine (Top Rated):
    • Strengths: Proven sharp improvement with headgear recently (4321133 form figures); dropping back into a lower grade.
    • Weaknesses: His two recent wins were on turf, moving back to AW here.
    • Suitability: Considered an interesting contender; the Spotlight verdict selected him as the NAP based on his recent form and eye-catching third over C&D in a higher grade.
  • Rubellite (Second Rated):
    • Strengths: Highly reliable on this surface, boasting six Tapeta wins. Her mark is still workable following two placed efforts here.
    • Weaknesses: Needs a good pace back at this 1m 2f trip to utilise her claims.
    • Suitability: Enters the reckoning due to her in-form status.

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TimeWise Master Top TwoRecent Form Summary & Comments
ShamacidA five-race maiden, but boasts a consistent record of 2232 on Tapeta since August. His latest second was behind a strong odds-on shot over this trip at Southwell. He sets a fair standard.
Pension PotFinished a close fourth on his 7f debut at Redcar in September. He followed this up by running runner-up at Catterick (6f, good) last month behind a useful prospect. He is a half-brother to two AW winners.

Spotlight Verdict
Preference is for SHAMACID, who has a record of 2232 on Tapeta since August and sets a good standard on his best form. Last month’s Catterick runner-up Pension Pot is feared most on his step back up in trip. Bloodsweatandtyres made a promising debut over C&D in September and the well-bred newcomer Glamorous Angela needs watching in the market.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: Not specified in the provided Newcastle statistics.
  • Fate of Favourites: The fate of the favourite is recorded as 34.
  • Trainer Records (Selected): S. Woods (6-34); D. & N. Barron (8-94); E. Bethell (18-180).

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Shamacid (Top Rated):
    • Strengths: Consistent performance on Tapeta surfaces (2232); yard is in good form.
    • Weaknesses: Still a five-race maiden.
    • Suitability: A big player who sets a good standard.
  • Pension Pot (Second Rated):
    • Strengths: Showed promise on debut (4th) and improved sharply (2nd) last month; pedigree suggests suitability for AW; returning to 7f is considered a positive move.
    • Weaknesses: Needs to confirm form on AW after his turf efforts.
    • Suitability: Feared most among the rivals and is deemed “in the mix”.

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TimeWise Master Top TwoRecent Form Summary & Comments
Bird Of WarA five-race maiden. He has reached the frame in both of his nurseries. He ran an eyecatching fourth at Leicester (1m, good) last month after a slow start.
Popty PingRunner-up in a 7f maiden here in June. However, she has been well held in three subsequent runs, including two nurseries. Her mark is falling, and she has shaped as though the new trip (1m) could suit.

Spotlight Verdict
The vote goes to BIRD OF WAR, who made some eyecatching late headway when favourite at Leicester last month. He should have more to offer at this trip and could be a big factor back on AW. Supreme Dancer has finished runner-up in two of his last four starts and he’s feared most ahead of Hood Wink. Another to keep an eye on is Charlie Johnston’s handicap newcomer Onyeisi.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: Not specified in the provided Newcastle statistics.
  • Fate of Favourites: The favourite’s record is recorded as 10.
  • Trainer Records (Selected): D. O’Meara (64-496); R. Fahey (96-849); Charlie Johnston (35-244); C. Hills (12-64); T. Easterby (39-494).

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Bird Of War (Top Rated):
    • Strengths: Recent form indicates he is improving at the mile trip, especially his late headway at Leicester.
    • Weaknesses: Yet to win (five-race maiden).
    • Suitability: Interesting contender back on AW; expected to be a big factor.
  • Popty Ping (Second Rated):
    • Strengths: Mark is falling; the new 1m trip may suit her style.
    • Weaknesses: Well held in recent outings, including in nurseries; has a bit to prove.
    • Suitability: Has possibilities if coping with the new trip.

5.15 Make The Move To Midnite Handicap (Class 5) 6f

TimeWise Master Top TwoRecent Form Summary & Comments
Atomic MassHas only one win from 17 starts. However, he arrives on the back of two good second-place finishes at Southwell. He pulled clear of the third in his latest outing, justifying a 2lb rise.
MacedonianInconsistent performer. His most recent effort was an encouraging close fourth over C&D.

Spotlight Verdict
Solid recent form is thin on the ground and Atomic Mass, who comes here in good order, has to be high on the list. Macedonian’s latest effort was more encouraging but his overall profile suggests he isn’t sure to back it up. KIRKDALE has been a shade disappointing in handicaps this year but he hasn’t been seeing his races out over 7f and this first crack at sprinting could see him bounce back to his best.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: Not specified in the provided Newcastle statistics.
  • Fate of Favourites: The fate of the favourite is recorded as 21.
  • Trainer Records (Selected): M. & D. Easterby (20-221); M. Dods (38-422); J. Camacho (37-420); E. Bethell (18-180).

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Atomic Mass (Top Rated):
    • Strengths: Comes in good order following back-to-back seconds; justified 2lb rise.
    • Weaknesses: Only one prior win; operating off a high mark relative to his sole win.
    • Suitability: High on the list due to solid recent form.
  • Macedonian (Second Rated):
    • Strengths: Recent C&D run was encouraging.
    • Weaknesses: Inconsistent profile; performance not guaranteed.
    • Suitability: Will be close if he can produce another good day.

5.45 Midnite: Built For 2025 Not 2005 Handicap (Class 4) 5f

TimeWise Master Top TwoRecent Form Summary & Comments
BrummellA C&D winner. He recorded three turf victories this year, most recently a Class 3 win at Hamilton in August. A disappointing run followed in September, and his latest effort raises questions.
Cressida WildesHas two 5f wins this year, the latest in a Yarmouth Class 5 handicap in July. She has not been beaten far in two subsequent runs.

Spotlight Verdict
There are always risks attached with MONDAMMEJ but he ran a cracker for second here on Monday and his record suggests the quick turnaround won’t be an issue. He can exploit his lowly mark. Brummell will find this easier than last time and his turf exploits this year mean he has to be considered. Grandlad and Monks Dream (second choice) also make some appeal.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 3yo 1-3-23, 4yo+ 6-10-55.
  • Fate of Favourites: The favourite’s record is recorded as 3200431.
  • Trainer Records (Selected): Jim Goldie (1-1-3 in this race); Julie Camacho (0-2-3 in this race); T. Easterby (0-1-4 in this race); P. McEntee (4-30); A. Brittain (54-648).

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Brummell (Top Rated):
    • Strengths: Proven C&D winner; achieved a Class 3 turf win this year; should find this specific race easier than his last outing.
    • Weaknesses: Recent form has been inconsistent; latest run was disappointing.
    • Suitability: Has to be considered based on class and C&D ability.
  • Cressida Wildes (Second Rated):
    • Strengths: Dual 5f winner in 2025.
    • Weaknesses: Needs a career best performance to win against this company.
    • Suitability: Needs to step up significantly to contend.

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TimeWise Master Top TwoRecent Form Summary & Comments
Forest CaperA nine-race maiden. He is consistent but not progressive. He ran a solid race recently when third over 1m at Southwell. The return of the hood may help this free-going sort settle.
Song N DanceShe won a 7f novice at Leicester 18 days ago. She is not fully exposed.

Spotlight Verdict
WHY BECAUSE is the potential big improver in the field and she can make the long trip north from Wiltshire a worthwhile one. Forest Caper is consistent and shouldn’t be far away, while recent Leicester novice winner Song N Dance also comes into the reckoning on her handicap debut.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 3yo 4-3-32, 4yo+ 6-18-82.
  • Fate of Favourites: The favourite’s record is recorded as 25110361R5.
  • Trainer Records (Selected): D. O’Meara (1-1-4 in this race); J. Goldie (1-0-2 in this race); T. Easterby (0-2-5 in this race); S. Woods (6-34); H. Charlton (6-34).

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Forest Caper (Top Rated):
    • Strengths: Consistent recent form (3rd at Southwell); running off a competitive mark; helmet returning might help temper his free-going style.
    • Weaknesses: Nine-race maiden; lacks progression.
    • Suitability: Expected to be close up.
  • Song N Dance (Second Rated):
    • Strengths: Recent novice winner; unexposed nature suggests potential.
    • Weaknesses: Needs improvement to defy top weight (9st 9lb) on her handicap debut.
    • Suitability: Comes into the reckoning on handicap debut.

6.45 Create Your Bet Builders At Midnite Handicap (Class 5) 6f

TimeWise Master Top TwoRecent Form Summary & Comments
Sugar BabyThe trip and track pose no issue. He arrives following a hard-fought win at Redcar (6f, good) two weeks ago. A 2lb rise is not expected to stop another good run.
The Green ManA useful handicapper in 2023. He returned to form with an easy winner of a C&D handicap in September on his second run for Philip Kirby, and followed up nine days later over C&D. He is 4lb higher tonight but still possesses handicapping scope.

Spotlight Verdict
PROFITEER has been hit and miss this year but his latest Ponterfract effort, where he had blindfold issues at the start and then made up ground in the middle of the track, was a fair bit better than the bare figures would indicate. Bellagio Man and The Green Man (second choice) come here chasing C&D hat-tricks and their claims are obvious. Dandy Dinmont, Sugar Baby and Beelzebub also have something to recommend them.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: 3yo 1-0-3, 4yo+ 0-1-4.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not specified in the provided Newcastle statistics.
  • Trainer Records (Selected): P. Kirby (28-380); P. Niven (6-102); A. Brittain (54-648); G. Tuer (45-410); Mrs A. Duffield (8-144).

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Sugar Baby (Top Rated):
    • Strengths: Proven at the distance and course; won recently and the 2lb penalty is manageable.
    • Weaknesses: None obvious; consistent performer.
    • Suitability: Has something to recommend him.
  • The Green Man (Second Rated):
    • Strengths: Chasing a C&D hat-trick, demonstrating excellent form at this track recently; still has scope despite a 4lb rise.
    • Weaknesses: Had been out of form prior to his recent winning sequence.
    • Suitability: Obvious claims; highly regarded by the Spotlight verdict.

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TimeWise Master Top TwoRecent Form Summary & Comments
Jkr CobblerScored his first win of the year at Ayr (7f) in September. He is only 3lb higher than when he landed two C&D wins last autumn.
Swiss AceHas three C&D wins. He is currently on a losing run of nearly two years. He is deemed well treated on his course form and recently shaped nicely in a higher grade following a break.

Spotlight Verdict
Most successes for COOPERATION have come on turf but he had no luck in running when runner-up in his sole C&D start, in September, a run which indicates he can find something similar here before long. Swiss Ace (second choice) has a good weights chance on his C&D form last winter. Jkr Cobbler is also respected, along with Yaahobby.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups: Not specified in the provided Newcastle statistics.
  • Fate of Favourites: Not specified in the provided Newcastle statistics.
  • Trainer Records (Selected): Mrs R. Carr (42-438); I. Jardine (52-608); G. Harker (12-112); K. Scott (12-291); G. Tuer (45-410); A. Brittain (54-648).

Assessment of Top Two Chances

  • Jkr Cobbler (Top Rated):
    • Strengths: Excellent record at C&D (two previous wins); comes in following a recent win at 7f; looks well-weighted.
    • Weaknesses: Was well held recently when running under a penalty.
    • Suitability: Easily fits into the picture back at this track and is respected.
  • Swiss Ace (Second Rated):
    • Strengths: Strong C&D record (three wins); well treated on last winter’s course form and showed promise recently in a higher grade.
    • Weaknesses: Wins are infrequent (losing run of nearly two years).
    • Suitability: Has a good weights chance and is the Spotlight second choice.

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