This analysis works through the Huntingdon races in chronological order, identifying the TimeWise Master Top Two rated horses, summarising their details, and providing the required statistics and assessments.
1. 12.21 Racing Blogger Veterans’ Handicap Chase (2m 7f 129y, Class 4, Good)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated: Enjoy D’Allen and Fern Hill.
| Horse | Trainer | Latest Master Rating | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enjoy D’Allen (FR) | N King | 118 | 4/5 |
| Fern Hill (IRE) | B Case | 124 | 2/1 |
Recent Form and Comments:
- Enjoy D’Allen (11yo): He has recently hurtled down the weights. He made all under a positive ride at Fakenham (2m5f, good). He is back up 7lb but that win should have done his confidence good.
- Fern Hill (10yo): He won off a career-low mark in his latest outing, beating four rivals at Uttoxeter, having been ridden out on his return from a break. He is clearly a contender off just 3lb higher.
Spotlight Verdict: The 11yo ENJOY D’ALLEN looked full of beans in making all at Fakenham and that should have done his confidence some good. He probably achieved more that day than Fern Hill did at Uttoxeter, but the latter is still feared most.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups (w-pl-r): 10yo 1-1-7, 11yo 0-1-2, 12yo 0-0-2, 13yo 1-0-1, 14yo 0-0-1.
- Fate of Favourites: 5-2.
- Trainer Records (w-pl-r) in this specific race: None listed.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Enjoy D’Allen: Strength: Recent confidence-boosting win, demonstrating effectiveness when making all. Weakness: Back up 7lb in the weights following the recent success. Suitability: Proven on good ground.
- Fern Hill: Strength: Won easily off a career-low mark and remains competitive off just 3lb higher; boasts the highest master rating on the card (124). Weakness: The Spotlight suggests his recent win might have been less impressive than Enjoy D’Allen’s. Suitability: Handled a return from a break well.
2. 12.51 pricedup.bet Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle (2m 4f 145y, Class 5, Good)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated: Blue Universe and Mistral Blue.
| Horse | Trainer | Latest Master Rating | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Universe (IRE) | M Attwater | 100 | 4/1 |
| Mistral Blue | F O’Brien | 99 | 11/4 |
Recent Form and Comments:
- Blue Universe (5yo): He is a Flat winner but is 0-10 over hurdles. He ran below market expectations last time, but he has possibilities judged on his solid efforts at Worcester (2m4f) in September.
- Mistral Blue (7yo): She scored seven months ago at Hereford (2m3f, good) under Fern O’Brien, bringing her hurdles record to 2-8. She is a likely player, provided she returns to the track in similar form.
Spotlight Verdict: The suggestion is LENNIE GODBER who, judged on breeding, has potential off his opening mark. Ex-Irish Keep It Cool is second choice, ahead of Ruler Legend who looks interesting returned to Huntingdon.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups (w-pl-r): 4yo 1-1-2, 5yo 0-0-3, 6yo 1-1-4, 7yo 0-1-3, 8yo 0-0-1, 9yo 0-0-1, 11yo 0-0-1.
- Fate of Favourites: 4-2.
- Trainer Records (w-pl-r) in this specific race: James Owen 1-0-1.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Blue Universe: Strength: Potential ability based on solid past runs at 2m4f. Weakness: Still a maiden over hurdles (0-10), and disappointed backers last time. Suitability: Proven at roughly this distance.
- Mistral Blue: Strength: A past winner (2-8 hurdles record). Weakness: Has been absent for seven months; must return in similar form to be effective. Suitability: Proven success on good ground.
3. 1.26 PricedUp Daily Racing Boosts Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle (1m 7f 171y, Class 4, Good)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated: Amelia’s Star and Lady Tadita.
| Horse | Trainer | Latest Master Rating | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia’s Star (IRE) | D Killahena & G McPherson | 120 | 4/1 |
| Lady Tadita | J Snowden | 111 | 11/10 |
Recent Form and Comments:
- Amelia’s Star (5yo): She finished eighth of 20 in a Grade 2 bumper at Aintree when she was last seen. She recorded an AW win prior to that. She is considered one of the main form contenders.
- Lady Tadita (4yo): She is two from two, having secured 8l wins in a Huntingdon bumper and a Market Rasen maiden hurdle (both 2m on good ground). She is a promising sort who commands respect despite carrying a 7lb penalty.
Spotlight Verdict: As regards the runners who already have experience over hurdles, unbeaten LADY TADITA is the clear pick. Amelia’s Star (second choice) and Blue Betty both contested a Grade 2 bumper at Aintree when last seen and may prove the biggest dangers to the selection.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups (w-pl-r): 4yo 2-3-19, 5yo 3-2-11, 6yo 0-2-6, 7yo 0-0-2.
- Fate of Favourites: 1-P-2-1-1.
- Trainer Records (w-pl-r) in this specific race: Fergal O’Brien 2-0-3.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Amelia’s Star: Strength: Showed high ability in bumper company (Grade 2 participation); holds a high master rating (120); main form contender. Weakness: Lacks recent hurdles experience compared to Lady Tadita. Suitability: Expected to be one of the biggest dangers to the favourite.
- Lady Tadita: Strength: Unbeaten record (2/2); already has a hurdles win; clear pick of those with hurdles experience. Weakness: Carries a 7lb penalty. Suitability: Proven winner over 2m on good ground.
4. 2.01 Download The PricedUp App Novices’ Handicap Chase (2m 3f 189y, Class 5, Good)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated: Crac De Megaudais and Rip Wheeler.
| Horse | Trainer | Latest Master Rating | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crac De Megaudais (FR) | T Gretton | 103 | 8/1 |
| Rip Wheeler (IRE) | G & J Moore | N/A | 7/4 |
Recent Form and Comments:
- Crac De Megaudais (6yo): He has been absent for six months since running respectably on his chase debut at Newton Abbot (2m). He won his hurdles race over 2m4f and may show progress now back up in distance.
- Rip Wheeler (5yo): He is a low-mileage 5yo and a point winner. On his last appearance over hurdles, he might have won at Huntingdon (2m4f, good) but for idling. He should take well to chasing.
Spotlight Verdict: Provided he doesn’t idle this time, chase debutant RIP WHEELER could well open his rules account. Crac De Megaudais, who looks interesting back up in distance, is second choice ahead of class-dropper Catchim.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups (w-pl-r): 4yo 0-0-1, 5yo 1-4-10, 6yo 3-3-16, 7yo 0-1-14, 8yo 1-2-5, 9yo 0-0-2, 10yo 0-0-1, 11yo 1-0-1.
- Fate of Favourites: 3-3-3-2-1-1.
- Trainer Records (w-pl-r) in this specific race: None listed.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Crac De Megaudais: Strength: Hurdles win over 2m4f suggests distance suitability; potential for progress when returning to the longer trip. Weakness: Six-month absence. Suitability: Shortlisted due to potential progress over the longer distance.
- Rip Wheeler: Strength: Point winner, indicating chasing potential; low-mileage 5yo. Weakness: Prone to idling, requiring him to focus better; chase debutant. Suitability: Voted the preferred selection by the Spotlight, suggesting he could open his rules account.
5. 2.36 Bet On PricedUp Selling Handicap Hurdle (1m 7f 171y, Class 5, Good)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated: Dickens and Forget The Way.
| Horse | Trainer | Latest Master Rating | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dickens (IRE) | J Candlish | 119 | 13/8 |
| Forget The Way | J Owen | 119 | 2/1 |
Recent Form and Comments:
- Dickens (7yo): Remains in a consistent vein of form for the current yard, with recent figures reading 1-1-3-1-1-2-2-2. He was a beaten favourite in his last seller. A tongue-tie replaces his usual hood today.
- Forget The Way (8yo): He was not disgraced last time behind a stablemate in a C&D claimer, a race he had won 12 months earlier. He possesses plenty of handicap form and warrants respect when kept to this venue.
Spotlight Verdict: Judged on recent form and other factors, FORGET THE WAY and Dickens hold the strongest claims, preferred in that order.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups (w-pl-r): 5yo 0-0-4, 6yo 0-1-1, 7yo 1-0-2, 8yo 0-0-2, 10yo 0-1-1, 11yo 1-0-1.
- Fate of Favourites: 3-1.
- Trainer Records (w-pl-r) in this specific race: Gary & Josh Moore 0-1-1.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Dickens: Strength: Exceptional consistency over recent runs (11311222); high master rating (119). Weakness: Change of headgear (tongue-tie replaces hood); was a beaten favourite previously. Suitability: Strong claims based on form.
- Forget The Way: Strength: Proven success over course and distance (won this race 12 months prior); good handicap form; warranted respect at this venue. Weakness: None specified. Suitability: Preferred slightly over Dickens by the Spotlight.
6. 3.11 PricedUp Supports British Racing Handicap Hurdle (1m 7f 171y, Class 4, Good)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated: Diesel Line and Kingston Sunflower.
| Horse | Trainer | Latest Master Rating | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel Line (IRE) | C & A Pogson | 119 | 4/1 |
| Kingston Sunflower (FR) | F O’Brien | 118 | 2/1 |
Recent Form and Comments:
- Diesel Line (7yo): Since joining the new stable, his record reads 2-1-4-1-3, mainly at Uttoxeter. He is upped in grade here but receives weight and may remain competitive.
- Kingston Sunflower (8yo): Successful last time out under Fern O’Brien at Ludlow (2m, good to firm) when belatedly switched back to hurdles from the Flat. This win took her hurdles record to 4-10; she is respected.
Spotlight Verdict: Back down in grade and still attractively handicapped judged on his useful Flat ability, CHARGING THUNDER (nap) may well be the answer. Caelan is second choice ahead of Kingston Sunflower who warrants respect despite being the only mare in the field.
Race Statistics:
- Note: Specific Age Groups, Fate of Favourites, and Trainer Records for this exact race are not provided in the sources.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Diesel Line: Strength: Highly consistent form for current stable (21413); receives weight in this handicap. Weakness: Upped in class; needs to adapt to Huntingdon. Suitability: Predicted to remain competitive despite the grade change.
- Kingston Sunflower: Strength: Recent winner over 2m, validating her form (4 wins from 10 hurdles starts). Weakness: The Spotlight notes she is the only mare in the field. Suitability: Respected and warranted mention in the shortlist.
7. 3.46 Book Now For The Peterborough Chase Fillies’ ‘Junior’ National Hunt Flat Race (1m 7f 171y, Class 5, Good)
TimeWise Master Top Two Rated: Crystal Jet and Laysoft.
| Horse | Trainer | Latest Master Rating | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Jet (FR) | T Bulgin | 99 | 5/2 |
| Laysoft (IRE) | J Parkinson & S Smith | 71 | 25/1 |
Recent Form and Comments:
- Crystal Jet (3yo): Related to winners on the Flat and over jumps. She brings the best bumper form, having shown promise with a keeping-on third of 13 runners at Stratford (2m, good to soft).
- Laysoft (3yo): Seemed to need the run when finishing fifth of eight at Market Rasen. She holds only modest claims based purely on that bare form.
Spotlight Verdict: As regards the newcomers, PALMA SPRINGS has particularly strong credentials while Saxons Pride is another interesting type. Form choice Crystal Jet completes the shortlist.
Race Statistics:
- Age Groups (w-pl-r): 3yo 1-1-5.
- Fate of Favourites: 1-0.
- Trainer Records (w-pl-r) in this specific race: Jamie Snowden 1-0-1.
Assessment of the Top Two:
- Crystal Jet: Strength: Brings the best form figures of the runners with previous experience; debut run showed promise, finishing third and keeping on. Weakness: None explicitly stated, but lacks a win. Suitability: Considered the ‘Form choice’ and completes the Spotlight shortlist.
- Laysoft: Strength: Has had a prior run, which may improve her fitness. Weakness: Holds only modest claims on the bare form of her debut (well-held fifth). Suitability: Not considered a primary contender by the Spotlight.
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