This detailed analysis covers all seven races scheduled at Fontwell, proceeding in chronological order.

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12.27 John Rogerson Memorial Handicap Chase (Class 5)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:

1. Atreides (9/4)
2. Summer In Milan (7/2)

Horse	Recent Form & Comments
Atreides (7yo)	This horse is a longstanding maiden but has recently been sent chasing. He has run well to be placed over fences on his last three starts, including finishing second over Course and Distance (C&D) on good to soft ground last time. There is every chance he will be heavily involved in the finish (“bang there”). His form figures are P-7232.
Summer In Milan (6yo)	He won over hurdles here (2m5f, good) in March. He has continued in pretty good heart over both hurdles and fences. He is probably fine on slow ground. He could improve for his return to action over hurdles here last month, especially now that headgear is back on. His form figures are 1-2234.

Spotlight Verdict: A chance is taken on Ted The Thief, who won a point-to-point in February and makes his handicap and chase debut off a basement mark. Point runner-up Bank On Frank is another possible improver on his first outing over fences and is feared most ahead of the consistent Atreides.

Race Statistics:

• Age Groups: Successful age groups range widely: 6yo 3-2-12, 7yo 2-3-15, 8yo 2-3-14, 9yo 3-2-14. The youngest runners (5yo) are 0-0-4.
• Fate of Favourites: The fate of favourites is noted as 1PP6352413.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): Ben Pauling (0-1-1) and Chris Gordon (0-1-4).

Assessment of the Top Two:

• Atreides (Top 1):
  • Strengths: Highly consistent recent form over fences (three straight placings). Proven over C&D on suitable ground (good to soft).
  • Weaknesses: Remains a maiden after numerous starts.
  • Suitability: High.
• Summer In Milan (Top 2):
  • Strengths: Course winner (hurdles) and proven on slow ground. Expected to improve after his reappearance run.
  • Weaknesses: Recent form is described as “pretty good heart” rather than winning.
  • Suitability: Good, particularly if the ground softens up.

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12.57 BetGoodwin Download The App Novices’ Hurdle (Class 4)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:

1. Crackerjacque (5/2)
2. Phineas Bunce (4/1)

Horse	Recent Form & Comments
Crackerjacque (5yo)	This horse scored at Sandown (heavy) in bumpers. This form, preceding a well-held run in the Aintree Grade 2, gives him leading claims now back down in class. This is his hurdles debut. His OR is 122.
Phineas Bunce (4yo)	He showed promise in a couple of bumpers last season, including a close second at Doncaster (good) most recently. He is in excellent hands (D. Skelton) and is expected to be open to progress over hurdles. This is his hurdles debut.

Spotlight Verdict: Back down in grade, CRACKERJACQUE is the form pick. Fellow hurdles debutant Phineas Bunce, who looks open to progress, is second choice ahead of Just Forty who proved fairly consistent in France.

Race Statistics:

• Age Groups: 5yo horses hold the best record (4-5-20), followed by 4yo (1-2-15).
• Fate of Favourites: The fate of favourites is noted as 23122.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): None listed for this specific race.

Assessment of the Top Two:

• Crackerjacque (Top 1):
  • Strengths: Proven form on heavy ground in bumpers. Dropping significantly in class.
  • Weaknesses: Hurdles debutant, so jumping ability is untested.
  • Suitability: High based on class drop and ground preference.
• Phineas Bunce (Top 2):
  • Strengths: Strong potential from a top yard (D. Skelton). Expected to progress now switched to hurdles.
  • Weaknesses: Hurdles debutant. Bare form slightly below Crackerjacque’s best.
  • Suitability: High potential, particularly if he takes well to jumping.

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1.32 Bet Clever BetGoodwin Handicap Hurdle (Class 4)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:

1. Game Colours (11/4)
2. Galactic Charm (4/1)

Horse	Recent Form & Comments
Game Colours (7yo)	She won a mares’ novice at Lingfield (2m, soft) in February. She placed in handicaps on her next two starts, including finishing second of 16 at Cheltenham (2m1f, good) when last seen. She has had wind surgery since and is a major player if she continues her good form on this reappearance. Her form figures are 23132-.
Galactic Charm (4yo)	Won a C&D maiden on soft ground last December. She was runner-up on her final three starts last season, including two handicaps. She returns with her yard (G. & J. Moore) in good form and could be a contender. Her form figures are 1P222-.

Spotlight Verdict: The very lightly raced 4yo ZAOCHEN ENKI (nap) shaped at Cheltenham last month as though he may well improve for that reappearance outing and he earns the vote for Paul Nicholls. The admirable mare Game Colours went close at Cheltenham in April when last seen and is feared most on her reappearance. The 4yo Galactic Charm is next on the list.

Race Statistics:

• Age Groups: 4yo 4-1-16, 7yo 3-6-14 are the leading groups.
• Fate of Favourites: The fate of favourites is noted as 15PF21P2R2.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): Paul Nicholls 0-1-3.

Assessment of the Top Two:

• Game Colours (Top 1):
  • Strengths: Highly consistent mare, placing well in competitive handicaps, including at Cheltenham. Proven soft ground winner. Comes off a wind surgery.
  • Weaknesses: Must replicate last season’s form on reappearance.
  • Suitability: Very high, provided fitness is assured after a break and surgery.
• Galactic Charm (Top 2):
  • Strengths: C&D winner on soft ground. Consistent recent placings. Stable in form.
  • Weaknesses: Perhaps less compelling form than Game Colours.
  • Suitability: Good, particularly due to proven C&D and soft ground form.

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2.05 BetGoodwin Southern National Handicap Chase (Class 3)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:

1. Shantou Lucky (11/2)
2. Ivane (6/1)

Horse	Recent Form & Comments
Shantou Lucky (8yo)	Revitalised under current connections, posting five wins from six races, all ridden by Nathan Howie. The wins were typically on good or good to soft ground. He has a soft-ground chase win in his history. He stayed 3m2f well in September. He is currently on a major winning roll. His form figures are 111131.
Ivane (7yo)	He won on soft to heavy ground during his time in Ireland. He is a big improver this season for J. Owen, notably staying on dourly to win the Durham National (3m5f, good). He was beaten by Shantou Lucky last time but performed creditably. His proven stamina is a significant plus for this race. His form figures are 21F112.

Spotlight Verdict: Last year’s winner UNANSWERED PRAYERS should put up a bold defence following his promising comeback at Cheltenham and looks the most solid option. However, prolific 2025 winners Shantou Lucky and Puddlesinthepark may not be done with yet.

Race Statistics:

• Age Groups: Records are sparse in the source material for this race, listing only 8yo (1-1-4), 9yo (0-1-3), 11yo (0-0-1), 12yo (0-0-1).
• Fate of Favourites: Not provided for this specific race.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): Chris Gordon 1-0-1.

Assessment of the Top Two:

• Shantou Lucky (Top 1):
  • Strengths: Currently in brilliant winning form. Proven over 3m2f. Trainer J. Owen (58% run to form) is reliable.
  • Weaknesses: Current winning streak is mainly on quicker ground (good/good to soft). Unraced at this exact trip (3m 3f 149y).
  • Suitability: Good, relies on maintaining form despite slightly softer ground and maximum distance challenge.
• Ivane (Top 2):
  • Strengths: Proven stamina over extreme trips (3m5f winner). Proven on soft/heavy ground from Irish days. Big improver this season.
  • Weaknesses: Needs a better effort than his last run (when second to stablemate Shantou Lucky).
  • Suitability: Very high, as the proven stayer with soft/heavy ground form is ideal for the Southern National.

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2.42 BetGoodwin Steamer Of The Day Juvenile Hurdle (Class 4)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:

1. Forever Penywern (5/2)
2. Exactly Right (16/1)

Horse	Recent Form & Comments
Forever Penywern (3yo)	This horse achieved useful Flat form, winning two selling races, which marked the end of his time with William Haggas. He is unraced on ground softer than good. He makes his hurdle and stable debut, wearing a hood for the first time. Newcomer to hurdles.
Exactly Right (3yo)	He heads the field based on having existing hurdles form. However, he has run twice over C&D (good to soft) and was well beaten in both, so he does not set a high standard. His form figures are 44.

Spotlight Verdict: The hurdles form is uninspiring, so this may rest between the hurdling newcomers ONE ISLAND and Forever Penywern. One Island is selected to make a winning hurdle debut.

Race Statistics:

• Age Groups: 3yo horses dominate this type of race (8-10-58).
• Fate of Favourites: The fate of favourites is noted as 11116133.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): Warren Greatrex 1-0-1, Chris Gordon 0-1-3, Gary & Josh Moore 0-1-2.

Assessment of the Top Two:

• Forever Penywern (Top 1):
  • Strengths: Useful Flat form provides potential class.
  • Weaknesses: Unraced on soft ground (GD-SFT predicted). Hurdling newcomer, unknown jumping ability.
  • Suitability: Moderate/High potential, highly reliant on hurdling competence and handling the ground.
• Exactly Right (Top 2):
  • Strengths: Has prior hurdle experience.
  • Weaknesses: Both hurdle runs were poor, failing to set a high standard.
  • Suitability: Low, as previous form suggests he is outclassed.

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3.17 BetGoodwin Best Odds Guaranteed Handicap Chase (Class 4)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:

1. Joe Cotton (5/2)
2. Diplomatic Ash (9/2)

Horse	Recent Form & Comments
Joe Cotton (7yo)	He was admirably consistent on various ground last season, which included a win over C&D in March. He warmed up for this contest with a good second place on reappearance at Newton Abbot (2m5f, good to soft) last month. He holds solid claims. His form figures are 2313-2.
Diplomatic Ash (6yo)	He won twice in a row here (2m3f/2m2f) on soft/good ground in March. His last run ended with a fall four out at Uttoxeter in May. He returns now having had wind surgery. He is not ruled out for the in-form Gary and Josh Moore yard. His form figures are P118-F.

Spotlight Verdict: Sam Thomas is in excellent form and JUST OVER LAND, who ran his best of last season first time up, has an attractive mark to exploit on his reappearance. The consistent C&D winner Joe Cotton may be the main threat ahead of the 4yo Hudson.

Race Statistics:

• Age Groups: Not provided for this specific race-.
• Fate of Favourites: Not provided for this specific race-.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): Not provided for this specific race-.

Assessment of the Top Two:

• Joe Cotton (Top 1):
  • Strengths: C&D winner and proven consistent performer on varied ground. Excellent recent second on reappearance suggests fitness.
  • Weaknesses: None obvious; very solid contender.
  • Suitability: Very high, proven over C&D and in recent form.
• Diplomatic Ash (Top 2):
  • Strengths: Dual Fontwell winner on soft/good ground. Runs for an in-form stable and returns following wind surgery.
  • Weaknesses: Fell on his last outing (May). Needs to be fit following the absence and surgery.
  • Suitability: High potential if the wind surgery has helped and he is mentally recovered from the fall.

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3.52 BetGoodwin Free Bet Nose Losers Novices’ Limited Handicap Hurdle (Class 5)

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated:

1. Atlantic Power (11/4)
2. Mask Of Zorro (9/2)

Horse	Recent Form & Comments
Atlantic Power (5yo)	He won a C&D handicap on his seventh attempt over hurdles (good to soft) last month. He is up 2lb for that win. Having established solid form, he is a rarity in this weak field. His form figures are 8378-1.
Mask Of Zorro (5yo)	He has been comfortably held in three bumpers and three maiden hurdles. He has shown modest form. He comes from a major yard (J. Tizzard) but is top weight on this handicap debut. His form figures are 0756-4.

Spotlight Verdict: Last month’s C&D winner Atlantic Power looks the best option among the more established handicappers, having taken that step forward. However, this is clearly a weak race and it would not be the greatest shock if MASK OF ZORRO or Thickthorn Tom were to reveal themselves in a more positive light for their major yards now that they go handicapping.

Race Statistics:

• Age Groups: Records are sparse, listing 4yo 0-0-1, 5yo 0-0-3, 6yo 0-1-4, 7yo 1-0-1, 9yo 0-1-1.
• Fate of Favourites: Not provided for this specific race.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): Neil Mulholland 0-1-1.

Assessment of the Top Two:

• Atlantic Power (Top 1):
  • Strengths: Proven recent C&D handicap winner on good to soft. Carries only a 2lb penalty.
  • Weaknesses: None stated; holds the most reliable form in the race.
  • Suitability: Very high, as he is a proven winner at this level, distance, and track.
• Mask Of Zorro (Top 2):
  • Strengths: Represents a high-performing yard (Joe Tizzard, 86% run to form in last 14 days). Unexposed on handicap debut, allowing for potential improvement.
  • Weaknesses: Comfortably beaten in all previous starts (maidens/bumpers). Assigned top weight.
  • Suitability: Low on bare form, but high potential based on the switch to handicapping for a powerful yard, which is the main source of appeal.

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Summary Analogy:
Assessing the TimeWise Top Two in these Fontwell races is like looking at a selection of blueprints for construction projects. In races featuring established handicappers (like the 1.32 and 3.17), the Top Two (e.g., Game Colours and Joe Cotton) are like well-built structures that have already proven their stability under various conditions. In contrast, races dominated by novices or those making handicap debuts (like the 12.57 and 3.52, where Mask Of Zorro and Phineas Bunce feature), the top ratings often rely on the potential of the blueprint, often linked to the reputation of the contractor (trainer), rather than actual proven performance in the given scenario. The Southern National (2.05) is unique, as it pits the winning momentum of Shantou Lucky (the fast-paced specialist) against the proven marathon endurance of Ivane (the heavy-duty stayer).