Today’s UK Horse Racing

0-14 but runner-up on nine occasions and he ran well for a long way in first-time cheekpieces (retained) here (3m, good to soft) in December before fading into fifth; could be in the mix now back down in trip.

Inconsistent and well beaten at Catterick (2m3f, good) in December last time; however, prior to that he ran well when second of six at Wetherby (2m3f, good); has shown promise on good to soft; not written off.

Clear second to subsequently useful sort in Hexham maiden (2m4f, good) last June and again showed promise when fourth of seven at Carlisle (2m1f, good) in October, when last seen; has potential off his opening mark.

Five-time hurdle winner who continues to drop down the weights; however, it's a long time since this 11yo has been competitive.

11-race maiden who was below par in maiden hurdles on his last two outings last summer; however, last spring's handicap/maiden form puts him in the picture; one to watch in the betting on his return from a break.

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Won under Jamie Gambin at Huntingdon (2m4f, good) in November on second stable start and second outing since returning from long absence; seventh of nine at Huntingdon (2m4f, soft) since but beaten just under 4l and that was a warmer race than this; could have a part to play.

Faded when upped to 2m3f at Fontwell last month but he's well worth another go at this sort of trip based on how he rallied for fourth of five at Lingfield (2m, heavy) three weeks ago, after making a bad mistake two out; seems versatile ground-wise; he's one to be interested in.

Productive campaign last season over hurdles and on the Flat; however, tailed off towards the end of last year on last two hurdle starts and he wasn't at his best back on the Flat early this month.

Third in sole bumper (good) and has also shown ability when sixth (albeit without threatening) on all three hurdle starts (1m7f-2m3f, good/soft); this half-brother to the useful Ahorsewithnoname could have more to offer now moving into handicaps; in calculations, especially if strong in betting.

Underwhelming when mid-division at Catterick last month; however, he was in fine form previously, winning twice in the autumn (2m3f/2m4f, good/soft) and finishing second of 14 at Exeter (2m2f, soft) in December; major player if leaving last time behind.

Bumper winner who was well backed when third of five to well-treated winner on handicap debut at Sedgefield (2m4f, good to soft) recently; a tongue-tie is added to the cheekpieces adopted last time; open to further improvement and he's one to consider.

Listed bumper runner-up who showed improved form to win by 6l on his chase and handicap debut at Wincanton (2m4f, soft) in December; flopped at Hereford (2m5f, soft) subsequently but perhaps paid the price for chasing a strong pace and he could bounce back with a bold show.

Hasn't fulfilled the promise shown when winning his first two hurdle starts in late 2024 but Sedgefield (2m4f, good to soft) in December was a step back in the right direction in a first-time tongue-tie (retained) and this point winner could be suited by the switch to fences; possible player.

French chase winner (2m6f, soft) who hasn't threatened across his three British starts, and this expected return to better ground may be against him; however, there was some promise in his 14l third of five at Sandown (2m4f, soft) last time and that race is working out very well.

Disappointing at Taunton (2m, good to soft) last month but reportedly unsuited by that tight track; prior to that he won here (2m, good to soft) on his chase debut, and his last two hurdle wins came over 2m3f; has a strong record at this course and could play a leading role now back here.

Won maiden hurdle at Fakenham (2m4f, good) in October and runner-up on handicap debut over this C&D (good to soft) in December; however, pulled up at Taunton since and looks vulnerable even if back to his best.

Placed in both points (3m, good/yielding) and third of six on hurdle debut here (2m5f, good to soft) before winning a maiden at Plumpton (2m4f, soft) with something to spare; there's every chance today's longer trip will suit and he's a leading player.

Won on hurdle debut for Willie Mullins at Tramore (2m6f, good to yielding) last May; however, others have more substance to their form and he tailed off at 50-1 on recent stable debut at Kempton (2m5f, good to soft).

Point (2m4f) and bumper winner who got off the mark at the first attempt over hurdles at Carlisle (2m4f, soft) in November; not disgraced when 12l fourth of five in Grade 2 at Sandown (2m4f, soft) since; there's stamina in his pedigree; strong claims now up in trip and back down in grade.

Runner-up on first three hurdle starts (2m4f/3m, soft/good to soft) before third of five in strong novice at Musselburgh (3m, good to soft) four weeks ago; suspicion his limitations may again be exposed today but he's receiving weight all round and might not be far away.

Unable to beat a rival on AW on last two starts but could be a different proposition now back hurdling and back here, as two visits to Doncaster (both C&D) have yielded an easy novice win (good) and a good second in a handicap (soft; in November); very much of interest given record at the track.

9yo who has returned from a long absence this season and hasn't recaptured his considerable 2023 promise, but he ran well when third off his reduced mark at Haydock (1m7f, good to soft) last month; has had wind surgery since and he could be in the mix.

Irish bumper winner (2m, yielding) who followed up on his hurdle/stable debut at Uttoxeter (2m, heavy) in December and again ran well when third over this C&D (soft) last month; he's had wind surgery ahead of today's handicap debut and this unexposed 6yo could have a part to play.

Soft-ground bumper winner who scored on his hurdle debut at Fakenham (2m, good to soft) in October and has shown similar form in defeat on next two starts (1m7f/2m, soft/good to soft); begins handicap life on a fair mark and he's not ruled out.

Won on reappearance at Carlisle (2m1f, good) in October and has continued in good form, finishing second to a highly progressive winner at Haydock (1m7f, good to soft) in December last time; he's on the shortlist.

Won over C&D in December on second start back from a long absence then didn't see out 2m4f on soft ground at Wincanton last month; won on soft going in 2024; this lightly raced 7yo retains potential now back down in trip and he's in with a chance.

Built upon previous promise on good/good to soft to win maiden hurdle at Sedgefield (2m1f, soft) in December; respectable fourth on handicap debut at Newbury (2m, good to soft) and there can be optimism this very lightly raced 5yo still has more left in the tank for his top stable.

Won on handicap debut at Catterick (1m7f, good) on New Year's Day and faded when sixth of 17 at Haydock (2m5f, good to soft) subsequently; retains potential now back down in trip and he's in with a chance.

Close third on stable debut at Sedgefield (2m4f, soft) in November and tapped back into that promise when 2l runner-up at Musselburgh (1m7f, good to soft) four weeks ago, finishing well; could be bang there once more.

Completed hat-trick in November/December (3m/2m7f, soft) but subsequent evidence suggests this 10yo has gone off the boil; made bad mistake at Ayr last time and pulled up.

Third of 16 at Chepstow (2m3f, good to soft) in November on second handicap start and bounced back from lesser run to win at Chepstow (2m3f, soft) last month; has also shown promise elsewhere; her useful dam stayed 3m and is related to stayers and she could have more to offer now up in trip.

8yo who is lightly raced for his age; he's fallen over fences this winter on his first two chase starts and remains a maiden but before those he kept on for an encouraging third over hurdles at Ludlow (3m, good to soft); not ruled out each-way now back in this sphere.

Course bumper winner (good) who ran okay when fourth of six on hurdle debut at Lingfield (2m3f, good to soft) in November; well beaten on both starts since (2m5f/2m3f, soft) but there's stamina in his family and he could be a different proposition now up in trip and back on better ground in a first-time tongue-tie on his handicap debut; monitor the betting.

Close second of five on hurdle debut at Catterick (2m3f, good) in November and similar form when 19l runner-up at Fakenham (2m4f, soft) in December behind a Skelton favourite; there's every chance this trip will be within range and this very lightly raced 7yo is not discounted on handicap debut.

Won at Uttoxeter (2m7f, good) last May following wind surgery; soundly beaten in sixth on both starts towards the end of last year but may have needed the first outing, and soft going might not have suited last time; not written off with better ground forecast this afternoon.

Well-backed winner when upped in trip on handicap debut at Fontwell (3m2f, soft) in January and easily followed up in conditionals'/amateurs' handicap at Warwick (3m2f, soft) last Friday; in a more competitive race today but escapes a penalty for last time and he could be tough to beat.

Has improved with each of his three handicap runs, filling fourth of 16 at Newcastle (2m4f, good to soft) last month and winning conditionals' race at Carlisle (2m3f, soft) last week; relished the stiff finish last time and today's extra yardage could prompt further improvement; escapes penalty.

Won over hurdles at Worcester (2m7f, good) last August and he's versatile ground-wise; however, he hasn't shone over fences/hurdles on his two starts since and needs to get back on track.

Ran some good races in defeat in 2025 and fifth of 16 at Wetherby last time; not ruled out for a place but is winless after 30 attempts.

Off the mark over fences at third attempt, at Huntingdon (2m4f, good to soft) in December, and posted another good effort when third at Sedgefield (2m3f, good to soft) last month; respected.

Three-time chase winner in 2023; safely held when fifth of six at Southwell (2m4f, good to soft) this month, after a 616-day absence, but some positives can be drawn from that run and he's dropped in grade today.

Low-mileage 6yo who lost out only by a neck when a rallying second at Ludlow (2m, soft) nine days ago; back in action before 3lb rise takes effect and could quite plausibly have untapped potential over this longer trip; good chance.

Won over slightly further here (good) just over a year ago and was also on target at Southwell (2m4f, good to soft) in November; current mark is workable but he's far too inconsistent to support with confidence.

Ten-race maiden with very unconvincing record over fences this season (four attempts); needs combination of refitted tongue-tie and first-time cheekpieces to make a big difference today.

Last of five on last month's chasing debut at Catterick (1m7f, soft; first-time cheekpieces), where he was detached for most of the race but not beaten that far in the end; needs to improve here but remains unexposed and ought to be suited by the move back up in trip; no headgear this time.

Winless since December 2023 and pulled up over C&D in December on sole run this term; however, he may have needed that outing and is on a handy mark on last season's best efforts; has won here three times, including in these reapplied cheekpieces, and is not ruled out; the tongue-tie is a first.

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Won three in a row early last year (2m4f-2m6f, good/good to soft) before keeping on well for second over 3m1f at Cheltenham (good); returned from break with good second at Fakenham (2m5f, good to soft) last month and she's high on the list today.

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Won this last year (good) and followed up at Warwick (3m5f, good) a week later; also effective on good to soft ground; pulled up on final two starts last season but can go well fresh and is not ruled out on his return.

Well below his best on his last three starts last year; however, he's had wind surgery since his last start and such an operation has prompted a return to form in the past; not discounted.

Won this in 2024 (soft) and he's been better than ever this season following a stable switch, with wins at Sedgefield (2m5f, soft) and Catterick (3m1f, good to soft; last time); back up to a career-high mark and he's back up in grade but he could yet have more to offer for this yard; respected.

Soundly beaten/pulled up towards end of last year on final two runs for Fergal O'Brien; however, perhaps a change of scenery and first run in a veterans' chase will prompt a revival from this 10yo, who is on a reduced mark; interesting on yard debut, all the more so if strong in the betting.

Won at Newcastle (2m7f, soft) last January and he's now 2lb lower; he's shown hints of spark among his three starts this season but needs something extra if he's to return to winning ways today.

He's tumbled down the weights but he lost his way for Paul Nicholls and there's been no revival this winter for his new stable; hopes are pinned on wind surgery prompting a transformation.

Eight-race maiden who hasn't progressed since moving into handicaps, beating only a couple home when sent off favourite over 1m4f here 13 days ago; first-time cheekpieces need to have a positive effect.

C&D winner in December; posted creditable in-frame efforts on his next three outings but his run of good form came to a halt when well held over 1m4f here a fortnight ago.

Won twice at Wolverhampton (9.4f) in the autumn but he's proved more miss than hit since; back on a good mark but comes with risks.

Three-time winner at sprint trips; stays further but stamina seemed to run out late when tackling 1m2f for the first time at Chelmsford 19 days ago.

Turned things around with a smooth success over 1m4f here under Myla Coppins in December but he's been beaten a long way on both outings since; bounce back needed.

Third start for this yard when coming with a strong run from off the pace (also raced very wide off home turn) to win over 1m4f here 17 days ago; that performance can be marked up and he's likely to have a big say if as effective back at 1m2f.

Easy winner of a Southwell handicap (1m3f, Tapeta) last spring but that was a four-runner race and he's struggled since; has plenty to prove.

It's now 12 runs since his sole victory but he's recorded two good placed efforts over C&D since joining Laura Mongan, going down by only a head latterly; has to enter calculations.

His mark continues to tumble but he isn't giving any obvious indication he's likely to take advantage, failing to beat a rival on all three AW starts this winter.

Tricky customer but in good form over C&D lately, notably when sweeping from last (started slowly) to first three weeks ago; every chance of following up if in a similar mood, with a good chunk of his 4lb rise offset by Mason Paetel's claim.

15-race maiden who has been performing respectably in 1m handicaps this winter without strongly suggesting his turn is near; today's longer trip needs to help him pull out a bit more.

Runner-up in 7f Leicester handicap in cheekpieces for Paul Attwater last July; only fifth at Salisbury later that month and changed hands for 1,000gns in the autumn ahead of this first outing for a new yard after 216 days off; cheekpieces removed, first-time tongue-tie on.

Two wins as a 2yo and showed improvement switched to AW when a close second (third past the post) in a 6f Group 3 at Kempton last September (for David O'Meara); never really threatened at Newcastle six weeks ago and only dropped 1lb; has the widest stall to contend with starting out for Archie Watson (same owners).

Low-key return to action at Newcastle six weeks ago; still has time to do better but connections have wasted little time reaching for headgear; wide draw for Polytrack debut.

Promise as a 2yo and made short work of four rivals in a C&D novice on last month's return to action (blinkered first time); 4lb rise for that means he is 7lb higher than when second in a C&D nursery last September (only handicap run); improvement required but conditions clearly suit him well.

Returned from a gelding operation to win back-to-back C&D nurseries in December; came up just short in his hat-trick bid at Newcastle six weeks ago but it was another step forward in form terms; return to Lingfield should help and Ashley Lewis takes off a useful 5lb; good chance.

Just one win from nine 2yo runs for Charlie Fellowes but he has been transformed by the addition of a tongue tie, producing a smart turn of foot to win back-to-back 5f handicaps here this year; whacked up 16lb for those victories but the manner of them suggests there could be more to come; now tackles 6f for the first time.

Improved run by run, getting off the mark in a 6f maiden at Southwell last month and following up at the same track on his handicap debut three weeks ago; still not fully exposed but a 7lb rise in a more demanding contest could leave him vulnerable.

Won a 6f novice at Kempton on his stable debut in November; creditable efforts in handicaps since, notably his third in a similar event at Newcastle six weeks ago; tough task trying to dominate in today's field.

Made a winning 2yo debut before struggling in a Group 3/sales race afterwards; returned from a break to win a 6f handicap at Wolverhampton last month; not fully exposed but a 3lb rise in a deeper race could leave her vulnerable.

Improved with each run in maiden/novice company, lowering the colours of the red-hot favourite at Wolverhampton 25 days ago; enjoyed the run of the race on that occasion and he makes his handicap debut in a good race.

Four 6f wins on Tapeta this year but he is up in the weights as a result; looks up against it at this level.

Progressive 2yo, rounding off that campaign with a ready win in a 6f nursery (heavy) at Nottingham four months ago; more to do off what is effectively a 9lb higher mark and he will find easier pickings as the year goes on.

Off the mark at the eighth attempt when winning a small-field nursery at Wolverhampton in December; solid third here two weeks ago but he has more on his plate from 4lb out of the weights.

Two wins from six starts for Ed Walker, both on AW (7f, Polytrack and 1m, Tapeta); not at her best at Newcastle five weeks ago but this is effectively a drop in grade (despite being a Class 2) and she is back against her own sex; could resume her progress for new stable (sold for 40,000gns this month).

On a good mark on last season's best and two runs this year have been more encouraging than the finishing positions suggest; could go well.

Three wins from her last five starts; only third of four behind Mereside Diva at Newcastle 13 days ago but that tactical event wouldn't have played to her strengths; drawn wide but this C&D winner is likely to be dropped in; high in the weights now though.

Three wins in the first half of 2025, two of them over C&D with the latest in a valuable prize on Good Friday; only fifth over C&D when last seen on New Year's Eve but that race wasn't run to suit; leaves the impression she still has a bigger effort in her when things pan out favourably.

Good second at Southwell last month and she returned to winning ways in a small field at Newcastle (7f; first-time blinkers) two weeks ago; a 3lb rise shouldn't handicap her out of things given 2025 peak.

Came from off the pace to win a 7f handicap at Wolverhampton in fine style in December; beaten twice since but she hasn't run badly; fully exposed but a strong pace would enhance her claims.

Three wins, including C&D, since joining James Owen last summer; far too strong for her five rivals at Wolverhampton last month (8.6f) but that was only Class 5 and she will need more to follow up in this stronger race off a 6lb higher mark.

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Ended 2025 with a 6f win at Wolverhampton and she has been placed in her three runs this year; sneaking up the weights and now tackles 7f for the first time; new hood joins usual tongue tie.

C&D winner last month; latest Newcastle run easy to excuse as the saddle slipped early on; unexposed in cheekpieces but she will need to step up a notch to take this.

Career-best effort when winning a 7f handicap at Wolverhampton last month; up 3lb but could be capable of better at this trip; Ashley Lewis's 5lb claim a bonus.

He was returning from a 147-day break when readily accounting for eight rivals in the corresponding event 12 months ago; 10lb higher this time around but he has earned his lofty rating; close fourth in a Listed event here four weeks ago; contender.

3-3 on AW, showing improved form to win a useful race at Kempton 16 days ago (6f); 3lb rise not beyond him and he should give it a good go in his hat-trick bid.

Two fine runs since dropped back to 6f, winning easily at Southwell in October and running well from a wide stall back there on New Year's Day; not fully exposed and he is high on the list.

Won two of his first three starts and he made a fine start to his handicap career when second of 18 at York last June (6f, good to firm); two lesser efforts at Ascot followed but he has been gelded over the winter and still has potential for a yard that excels with this type; successful first time out in each of his two seasons of racing.

Excelled as a 3yo but found the handicapper in command last year; promising reappearance at Newcastle six weeks ago (first run after wind surgery) and he is on a dangerous mark; widest stall to deal with but foolish to discount.

Useful 2yo; only seen twice last year, showing better form when third (beaten 3.5l) in a Class 3 at Newmarket 251 days ago; returns to action in a good race and may come on for this.

All four wins have come over further; in good form on AW this winter, most recently finishing a close third at Newcastle (7f; cheekpieces first time) three weeks ago; more on his plate in this grade.

Developed into a useful handicapper on the Flat for Hugo Palmer last year; having rejoined Olly Murphy, he continued the good work when second on 2m Wolverhampton reappearance three weeks ago, with reopposing pair Enemy and Brasil Power narrowly behind in third/fourth; likely to go well again.

Productive on AW/turf in 2024 but draw a blank in 2025 and behind three of these rivals when last of six at Wolverhampton (2m) three weeks ago; others are more obvious.

All nine starts on turf; best effort last year when fourth of 14 in 1m6f Glorious Goodwood handicap off 1lb higher in August; well held in 2m Curragh Group 3 and 1m7f French Listed event when last seen in November; hooded first time on return.

Still very useful at the age of nine, getting his head back in front at Southwell (1m4f) on New Year's Day; split reopposing pair Roaring Legend and Brasil Power when creditable third of six over 2m at Wolverhampton three weeks ago but he has yet to win over this trip.

Versatile sort whose record of 7-28 on AW includes wins over 1m and 1m4f (twice) in December; creditable in-frame efforts over 2m at Newcastle and Wolverhampton since and he ought to be competitive again.

Saw off reopposing stablemate Enemy when successful over 2m at Kempton in October but down the field in a series final there at the beginning of December and eased off after hanging left under pressure at Newcastle last month; hard to know what to expect.

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Listed Flat winner for Aidan O'Brien; successful hurdle debut for this yard in early 2024 but he's found life tough under both codes since; given a chance by the handicapper (ran off 15lb higher when last seen on the Flat in October 2024) but pulled up over hurdles earlier in the month and could only consider if backed.

All six starts on AW, winning 1m2f Chelmsford novice and 1m4f Wolverhampton handicap in the autumn; only fifth at Chelmsford next time but resumed his progression when second of eight over 1m3f at Kempton nine days ago; that appeals as solid form and he's likely to have a big say off the same mark (2lb higher from Saturday) if his stamina holds over this significantly longer trip (pedigree provides hope).

Smart handicapper who had Beylerbeyi behind in third when registering his tenth AW success at Newcastle (1m2f) in January; raised to a triple-figure rating for the first time on the back of that and faded into fifth (Beylerbeyi second) over 1m3f at Kempton since; Laura Coughlan takes 3lb off his back this time but he might still prove vulnerable for win purposes.

2024 November Handicap winner who reappeared with an easy win over 1m2f at Epsom last September; respectable sixth of 22 when bidding to defend his November Handicap crown on sole subsequent start last year; well-beaten fifth on the snow at St Moritz on return last weekend; entitled to come on for that outing but this test might be sharp enough for him.

Ended 2025 with a win in the Cesarewitch (2m2f) but his very good placed efforts over 1m2f at Newcastle (third to King's Code) and 1m3f at Kempton (close second) this year show he's by no means just a stayer; the hood he's worn on last three starts is left off here; should go well.

Often front runs; below par in three outings at Meydan last month (including dirt) but well treated if a return to Britain sparks a revival having landed last year's Thirsk Hunt Cup off 6lb higher; Tapeta winner at the start of his career.

Up to this trip for the first time when winning a 0-105 handicap over C&D in December; bettered that form when third in a steadily run C&D Listed event on New Year's Day; nicely treated if that effort is taken at face value but his outside draw could be tricky.

Lightly raced 4yo who was all the rage in the betting (6-4) for a similar race at Newcastle on his reappearance but faded into sixth of 13 behind King's Code having raced too keenly; that market strength suggests his leading yard believes him to be on a good mark and he may prove the point if settling better in a refitted hood.

Record in AW handicaps since last June reads 511215111; finished strongly from the rear to collar Qitaal (who finished third) near the line and shade a blanket finish over C&D last time; has to enter calculations again off only 2lb higher.

Hit and miss these days but on a good day when emerging from the rear to nearly win a big-field handicap at York over an extended 1m2f on his final 6yo start; finished behind a few of these on his Newcastle reappearance, though.

Has managed only one win in his last 24 starts but he's had very little racing on AW and made an encouraging return from six months off when third of 12 to Wyld Bill over C&D 17 days ago, overhauled only late on having travelled strongly and hit the front turning for home; player if in similar form.

Winner of a maiden and handicap on turf during his time with Tim Easterby; entitled to strip fitter for last month's AW/stable debut at Chelmsford and he's dipped to 1lb below his win mark.

1m6f turf win at Ascot last July but not seen again until failing to beat a rival in two AW handicaps this winter; Beylerbeyi has to be considered the yard first string.

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Made the frame in a few notable handicaps on AW and turf last term; respectable fourth, amid traffic issues, at Newcastle (1m) on reappearance; remains above last winning mark but Jack Callan takes off 5lb; possibilities.

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Has registered all wins over 7f and in lower grades; however, ran respectably in Lingfield Class 2 most recently, while shaping as if this return to 1m is worth a go; whether he can defy current mark is another matter.

Never on terms when a 50-1 shot at Southwell (7f) on stable/seasonal debut, having been absent for almost a year; return to 1m looks a plus but the amount of ability he retains is not clear.

Form this year features two good performances over 7f at Lingfield, getting up in the finish in January and running-on second last time; looks worth this belated return to 1m and remains well treated on historical data.

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Contrasting performances (over 7f) this year for new yard, winning with a bit in hand at Chelmsford then disappointing at Southwell; may yet confirm the form of reappearance win and can't be written off; stays 1m.

Hindered by the steady pace (failed to settle) at Kempton last time when bidding for a 1m hat-trick; steadily progressive otherwise on AW and may do better still; not dismissed, assuming this pans out favourably.

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Scored under Aamilah Aswat at Kempton (2m5f, good to soft) this month, drawing clear of the others with a progressive rival; 6lb higher here but, after only eight hurdle runs, further progress is possible; tongue-tie added.

Ex-French 7yo who won three-runner Ffos Las maiden (2m4f, good) on British debut in October and didn't run badly when last of four finishers in Sandown handicap (2m4f, heavy) last month, albeit finishing tired; back on a less testing surface here; no surprise if he features.

In-form 10yo who has won two of his last three; raised another 4lb since scoring under a good 7lb claimer at Taunton (2m3f, heavy) this month, though, and may find younger rivals better handicapped here.

Irish point winner who posted his most encouraging of three runs over hurdles when third in Ffos Las (2m4f, heavy) in January latest; unraced on ground faster than soft but should have more improvement to come in handicaps.

Belied 40-1 odds when second in Doncaster novice (2m, soft) in November but was no threat to the easy winner there and tailed off next time; back up in trip for handicap debut; opening mark demands improvement.

Placed over 2m on first two hurdling starts but dropped out rather tamely after making the running on handicap debut at Haydock (2m3f, good to soft) in December and arrives here with a point to prove.

Soundly beaten in three Irish maiden hurdles (2m-2m4f) for Edward O'Grady in 2024 and makes stable/handicap debut after a 425-day absence; however, he's hugely unexposed and will need to be taken very seriously if strong in the betting; tongue-tie added.

Four-time hurdle winner; bounced back from a poor run when second at Plumpton (2m4f, soft; tongue-tie refitted) this month and new jockey Rian Corcoran claims a useful 6lb; shortlisted.

Irish raider; 0-10 over hurdles but gave a pretty good account when third at Punchestown (2m, soft to heavy) last month and could be better suited by today's trip-and-ground combination; might be the answer.

Justified odds-on favouritism in run-of-the-mill Warwick maiden (2m, good) in May 2024 but this handicap debut comes after a mammoth absence and he'll be of interest only if lively in the betting.

Did not get competitive in three maiden/novice hurdles (1m7f-2m) in December/January and does not look well treated for this handicap debut, but combination of new trip and first-time cheekpieces may enable improvement.

Displayed improvement to score on heavy ground at Ffos Las (2m6f) last month but raced too freely and was a disappointing favourite when well-held third at Lingfield (2m7f, heavy) three weeks ago; others appeal more.

Returned from long absence with a heavy defeat in small field at Fontwell on Boxing Day and is now 0-12 over hurdles; 2lb wrong here and has a lot more to prove than some of these.

Made a quiet start for this yard but he showed plenty of ability in France and came good in a heavy-ground maiden at Taunton (2m3f); it's unlikely that he needs that sort of ground, and he could progress further; penalised.

A bit underwhelming in his two British runs (good/good to soft) and again he's burdened with a penalty for his win in France; looks very flattered by a BHA mark of 120 but it will be disappointing if he can't do better for his powerful connections.

Best of his four Flat runs was a fourth of nine on the AW (1m4f novice; fair form) when beaten under 5l; has some ability and stable had a recent juvenile hurdle winner, but he's not the obvious answer.

Well-bred colt but 0-4 in these colours for Roger Varian and the latest third in a 1m novice at Windsor in August is nothing to shout about; has joined a leading yard for jumps action but that's the principal positive.

Maiden who had plenty of chances on the Flat and has been beaten 22l and 64l in two races over hurdles at this track; admittedly, he was never going to mix it with Sober Glory last time, but probably one for handicaps.

No great shakes on the Flat (1-11) but he did win his final run in that scene over 1m4f at Brighton in September (good to firm; also runner-up on soft); failed favourite backers when second on hurdling debut (Warwick; 2m, good) but the winner has since progressed to better things; absent since November but his yard has won two of the last four renewals of this; player.

Half-brother to winners Georges Saint (2m3f-2m5f chase) and Kobalt St Georges (2m1f-2m5f hurdle); dam once-raced half-sister to useful 2m hurdle/chase winner Bon Papa; a watching brief is probably best.

Back from a break to get off the mark on the Flat last month (sixth attempt), albeit in a low-grade 2m handicap on the AW; has the stamina for hurdling and Sean Bowen is booked, but others are still preferred.

Lightly raced for Michael Bell but won a 1m2f AW maiden and was close up in a Goodwood handicap; that Flat form is the best on show here and it was an encouraging start over hurdles when not beaten far in a maiden for mares at Kempton (staying on; good to soft); considered.

Fine on good and soft ground; Grade 1 placed over hurdles and this Cheltenham chase winner did well to finish within 7l of the smart Sixmilebridge in the Grade 1 Scilly Isles at Sandown (2m4f) as he can jump a lot better than he did that day on soft ground; every chance that he'll be able to give weight and a beating to these, provided he stays this longer trip.

Dual hurdle winner; pulled up on chase debut and again wasn't foot-perfect over his fences when runner-up at Musselburgh (2m4f, good to soft; had subsequent Listed winner behind); should win again sooner or later but today's terms are not favourable.

Useful winning hurdler who stays this far and seems able on most ground; recent remote third on chase debut was after a lengthy break and in useful company; might well be all the sharper here but faces a tricky task at the weights.

Five-time hurdle winner with a good strike-rate, one she enhanced when prevailing in a classy small-field beginners' chase at Ludlow (3m, good); remote last of three in a Listed chase for mares at Warwick where soft ground was no good to her (fine on good to soft); has since had wind surgery and retains potential as a chaser.

Irish pointer who went 2-3 in novice hurdles; it's been a quiet start as a chaser (2m3f handicaps) and she didn't really take a cut at her fences last time at Doncaster (in first-time cheekpieces, now removed); now has a bit to prove but her hurdling form has to be respected.

Paul Nicholls has won three of the last five runnings of this race; this Irish point winner (good to yielding) left his bumper form behind when comfortably accounting for his penalised market rival in a 2m3f novice at Taunton (heavy); it's difficult to know how good he might be and he commands considerable respect.

Irish challenger with an Albert Bartlett entry at Cheltenham; won maiden at Wexford on good ground and stayed on well from off pace to be second in a 2m4f Grade 3 at Navan (heavy); latest run in a Grade 2 wasn't so clever, but that was over 2m7f and it turned into a sprint finish; nice prospect.

Irish point winner; shaped okay behind a smart winner in a bumper at Wetherby but still went off at 80-1 for hurdle debut at Doncaster and ended up tailed off.

Point winner and runner-up in a bumper and a maiden hurdle, though was beaten 16l on that latter occasion and inherited second place; brought down at the first last time; has to raise his game against this opposition.

Looked to have a future when shaping well in an Irish bumper (good to yielding) and a C&D novice (soft); Ffos Las last time was a backward step but heavy ground there doesn't suit all horses; remains of interest.

Made an encouraging start over hurdles at Lingfield (2m3f, good to soft) and it was a better race when beaten 18l here in December; should improve, but it's needed.

Beat Potters Charm in an Irish point; two bumper runs were okay but he has struggled in two maiden hurdles following a long absence; looks the clear stable second string.

Resurgent in first-time blinkers when second to an improver at Sandown in January (good; fine on soft) and fell midrace back there last time; it's surprising to see cheekpieces back on (beaten 10l in December when tried in them once before) but he has a big effort in him off this mark.

Won over hurdles in November and has done well on his belated return to fences, following his fourth at Haydock with a near miss at Carlisle (2m, good to soft); Isabelle Ryder again claims her 5lb and this 9yo is up 3lb in future.

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Two wins and a second to show from his completed starts over fences and he went up only 4lb for the Musselburgh success a month ago (2m, good to soft); this is only his 11th career start, so firmly in calculations.

Returning from an absence when edging home in this 12 months ago off 2lb higher; his penultimate effort (here in first-time cheekpieces) was respectable and it's perhaps best to forget Sandown last time when his best form has been on left-handed tracks; respected.

Sean Bowen was also aboard when this 10yo made it 3-10 over fences at Taunton 13 months ago (2m, good to soft) on second run back from 478 days off; he needed the first and that may again be the case here, after 405 days off, but he's well handicapped.

Won four times over hurdles last season (2m7f-3m) but chasing didn't go to plan in the autumn and he was soundly beaten when back over hurdles on Boxing Day; needs to get career back on track.

Low-mileage 7yo who left low-key seasonal debut behind when scoring by just over 5l at Doncaster (2m3f, good to soft) in December and again ran well when placed here (2m4f, good) later that month; open to improvement on first attempt at 3m; must be considered seriously.

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3-15 over hurdles, latest win at Warwick (3m2f, good to soft) on New Year's Eve; below form on latest outing, though, and needs to bounce back with career-best effort here; cheekpieces (absent this term) are refitted.

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Very promising novice during 2023-24 season but generally very disappointing over last two campaigns; pulled up on last three chase/hurdle runs (cheekpieces added last time); big leap of faith required to support him.

2-4 since returned to hurdling in the autumn, the latter win gained in four-runner mares' race at Chepstow (2m7f, soft) a fortnight ago; evidently in very good nick but has quite a bit more on her plate here.

Made good start to chasing career in November, notably when winning at Doncaster (3m2f, soft); ran as though something was amiss there in December but has been given a two-month break and has possibilities if back on song for this hurdle return.

Good fourth over C&D (soft) in November and outstayed next-time-out winner Jalisco Star when scoring at Fontwell (3m2f, good to soft) on Boxing Day; still on workable mark after latest 2lb rise; likely contender again.

Improving novice who bids to complete a hat-trick after handicap wins at Exeter (2m7f, good to soft) and Wincanton (3m, heavy) this year; moves up in grade but still needs to taken very seriously.

Five-race maiden; far from solid on form; yet to start at shorter than 33-1; best watched unless the market finally speaks favourably.

Consistent form this year comprises two placed efforts and a creditable fifth; has gained both wins off current mark; fighting chance.

Maiden; showed fairly useful form for previous yard but holds poor claims on his Wolverhampton efforts this winter for new stable.

Has made the frame in three of his five outings for new yard; gained sole British win off 3lb higher at Wolverhampton; in the mix

Hold-up filly; failed to land a blow the last twice; however, could prove dangerous off a workable mark if this is strongly run.

7f winner for previous yard; creditable third over 6f and 1m for new stable; place claims provided he sees out this extra yardage.

Versatile sort; narrowly beat Ardaddy at Newcastle (7f) in January; creditable fourth at Wolverhampton (9.5f) last time; not ruled out.

Course regular who is 6-31 here; working his way back into form and enters calculations off 1lb below last winning mark.

Ex-Irish mare who has failed to back up the form of her sole win (10.5f, turf); third start for new stable; enough to prove.

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Course winner last May but failed to beat a rival in last two outings (had wind surgery since) and needs to rebound in a big way.

In-form contender; races prominently; held on only narrowly at Newcastle (7f) most recently, taking AW record to 3-17, but may well remain competitive having gone back up just 1lb.

Shaped well, amid traffic issues, over 6f at Kempton on reappearance; has gained most wins over 7f, including twice at Wolverhampton; interesting back up in trip with Toby Moore taking off a handy 7lb.

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Low-mileage 4yo who won readily at Lingfield (7f) in January; only fourth when favourite at Newcastle (behind Benacre) since but wasn't disgraced considering he failed to settle; may still have more to offer.