15:35 Ayr
GoodVirgin Bet Ayr Gold Cup Handicap (Heritage Handicap)
- Prize money: £92772
- 0m 6f 0y
- Class 2
- 25 runners
Runners: 25 runners
Type: Flat Turf
Surface: Turf
Weather: Partly cloudy
14/1 (Won)
- Win: £23.60
- Place: £5.60
Form: 014201 D
Last run: 35 days
W: 9st 7lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 102
Front-runner; only ninth in the race 12 months ago off a 6lb lower mark; revitalised by the addition of blinkers this summer, winning 6f/7f handicaps at Newbury and placed in the Wokingham and Bunbury Cup; should make a bold bid but could be a sitting duck late on.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1st 7 (20) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 7lb |
Front-runner; only ninth in the race 12 months ago off a 6lb lower mark; revitalised by the addition of blinkers this summer, winning 6f/7f handicaps at Newbury and placed in the Wokingham and Bunbury Cup; should make a bold bid but could be a sitting duck late on. |
14/1 |
|
1st 2 (7) |
17th Aug 2024 Good 0m 7f 0y Class 2 |
9st 12lb |
started quickly, made all, reduced lead towards finish, always doing enough |
13/2 |
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19th 11 (8) |
3rd Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 5lb |
Had a productive campaign in 2022, although he had an off day at this meeting when odds-on for the consolation race (blew the start); the handicapper won the battle in 2023 but he has turned things around this summer, making all to beat Rumstar at Newbury in May and in the frame in the Wokingham and Bunbury Cup since; 1lb higher this time but should make another good fist of it. |
10/1 |
33/1
- Place: £12.90
Form: 762808 D
Last run: 7 days
W: 9st 4lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 99
Losing run stands at 20 and he's not been at his best in his last three starts; even this year's best needs bettering and he looks vulnerable; visor tried for the first time (well held in one run in cheekpieces).
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
10th 2 (10) |
28th Sep 2024 Soft 0m 5f 0y Class 2 |
9st 11lb |
Yet to win this year but there have been some good efforts, including last week's Ayr Gold Cup second (visored for the first time); returning to 5f won't hurt and he's fully effective on slow ground; should run his race but others perhaps look stronger. |
7/1 |
|
2nd 10 (19) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 4lb |
Losing run stands at 20 and he's not been at his best in his last three starts; even this year's best needs bettering and he looks vulnerable; visor tried for the first time (well held in one run in cheekpieces). |
33/1 |
|
8th 9 (1) |
14th Sep 2024 Good 0m 5f 143y Class 2 |
9st 4lb |
Well handicapped on last season's form and he was a close second off this mark at Hamilton in July; however, he's failed to threaten more often than not this year, including on his last two starts; others appeal more. |
33/1 |
18/1
- Place: £10.60
Form: 930423
Last run: 13 days
W: 9st 9lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 104
His ability isn't in question but his habitual slow starts make life demanding; comes here on the back of three good runs at York but not sure this stiffer 6f will prove optimal.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3rd 4 (24) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 9lb |
taken down early |
18/1 |
|
3rd 3 (9) |
8th Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 1 |
9st 4lb |
slightly awkward start and slowly into stride, in rear against near rail |
7/1 |
|
2nd 1 (3) |
27th Jul 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 12lb |
dwelt start, in rear |
8/1 |
28/1
- Place: £6.70
Form: 282543 D
Last run: 40 days
W: 9st 0lb
7 yo Filly
OR: 95
Consistent mare who ran well for third in a valuable series final at Windsor six weeks ago (6f, good to firm); no reason why she wouldn't give her running but others look stronger for win purposes.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
4th 19 (13) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 0lb |
Consistent mare who ran well for third in a valuable series final at Windsor six weeks ago (6f, good to firm); no reason why she wouldn't give her running but others look stronger for win purposes. |
28/1 |
|
3rd 3 (4) |
12th Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 12y Class 2 |
9st 5lb |
Has run well in four of her five runs this year including when a close fourth in Class 3 at Goodwood (6f, good to firm) last time; seems as good as ever as a 7yo but her last win was 18 months ago and she may have to settle for a supporting role again. |
12/1 |
|
4th 1 (1) |
30th Jul 2024 Good To Soft 0m 6f 0y Class 3 |
10st 0lb |
Better than ever as a 7yo, recording a peak RPR of 104 when second of 14 in a Class 3 handicap (against male opposition) at Haydock last month; only fifth at Windsor last time but she ran into a dead end in the closing stages, but for which she would have gone close; drying ground is in her favour and she's one to consider. |
7/1 |
12/1
Form: 111172 CD
Last run: 31 days
W: 9st 6lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 101
He was well backed when winning a small-field C&D handicap in May but even his most fervent supporters would have struggled to envisage the progress that has followed this summer, adding six more sprint handicaps and soaring up the weights; better than ever when second at York's Ebor meeting (5.5f, good to firm) last month, form that has been well advertised since; races off the same mark today and he is one of two good chances for Jim Goldie.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5th 8 (17) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 6lb |
He was well backed when winning a small-field C&D handicap in May but even his most fervent supporters would have struggled to envisage the progress that has followed this summer, adding six more sprint handicaps and soaring up the weights; better than ever when second at York's Ebor meeting (5.5f, good to firm) last month, form that has been well advertised since; races off the same mark today and he is one of two good chances for Jim Goldie. |
12/1 |
|
2nd 2 (7) |
21st Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 5f 89y Class 2 |
9st 9lb |
Began the season looking an exposed handicapper but he's made remarkable progress, winning seven times and climbing 29lb in the weights; early speed has been the feature of his wins and this track is likely to suit better than Ascot last time; Paul Mulrennan is back on board today and he shouldn't be passed over lightly. |
20/1 |
|
7th 3 (7) |
10th Aug 2024 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 2 |
10st 0lb |
Having a remarkable season, notching win number seven for the campaign at Hamilton last Saturday; with a 6lb rise he's up a total of 31lb since his first success in the spring, but he may not have reached his ceiling just yet; equally effective at 5f/6f, and good ground or firmer is ideal. |
4/1 |
20/1
Form: 025634 CD
Last run: 21 days
W: 9st 12lb
7 yo Gelding
OR: 107
Seeking his first win of the campaign but this two-time Stewards' Cup hero retains serious ability, as evidenced by his close third at the Ebor meeting (6f, good to firm; blinkered first time); wouldn't judge him too harshly on his latest Beverley fourth (5f); while he's lumbered with top weight, he finished second in this race two years ago off a 2lb higher mark; should run his race but minor money perhaps his best hope.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6th 1 (12) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 12lb |
Seeking his first win of the campaign but this two-time Stewards' Cup hero retains serious ability, as evidenced by his close third at the Ebor meeting (6f, good to firm; blinkered first time); wouldn't judge him too harshly on his latest Beverley fourth (5f); while he's lumbered with top weight, he finished second in this race two years ago off a 2lb higher mark; should run his race but minor money perhaps his best hope. |
20/1 |
|
4th 3 (4) |
31st Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 4lb |
Superb stable servant who retains all his ability at the age of seven; ran up to his best when third of 19 in York handicap (6f, good to firm; first-time blinkers) last Saturday; ran well on his only previous go at 5f, at Haydock in the spring; solid chance on the figures and high on the list. |
7/2 |
11/1
Form: -30404
Last run: 49 days
W: 9st 5lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 100
Perhaps hasn't hit the heights his novice form threatened but he's still a smart performer and he acquitted himself with great credit in the Stewards' Cup seven weeks ago on his first crack at sprinting; travelled strongly on that occasion but just lacked a change of gear at a crucial stage and this track may prove a better fit; contender.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7th 9 (15) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 5lb |
Perhaps hasn't hit the heights his novice form threatened but he's still a smart performer and he acquitted himself with great credit in the Stewards' Cup seven weeks ago on his first crack at sprinting; travelled strongly on that occasion but just lacked a change of gear at a crucial stage and this track may prove a better fit; contender. |
11/1 |
|
4th 9 (24) |
3rd Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 8lb |
Looked hot property when running away with a York novice last May (1m, good to firm) and pitched into the St James's Palace Stakes on the back of it (creditable sixth); has some solid 7f handicap form this season, including a fourth at Royal Ascot (still second with 100 yards to go); suffered a blip in the Bunbury Cup last time and now drops to 6f; not the most solid of options. |
16/1 |
|
18th 2 (11) |
13th Jul 2024 Good To Soft 0m 7f 0y Class 2 |
9st 12lb |
Raced mainly on good/firmer; respectable fourth in the 7f handicap at Royal Ascot most recently, albeit having a better trip than some of his rivals; has not won for 14 months. |
11/1 |
16/1
Form: 572521 C
Last run: 56 days
W: 9st 11lb
6 yo Gelding
OR: 106
Better known for his exploits over further and he was tapped for speed at a crucial stage in this race 12 months ago; he's better than ever as a 6yo, placed in competitive 1m handicaps at York before a dominant all-the-way success in a valuable Ascot handicap in July (7f, good to firm; cheekpieces for the first time); 4lb rise less of a concern than the trip.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8th 2 (23) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 11lb |
Better known for his exploits over further and he was tapped for speed at a crucial stage in this race 12 months ago; he's better than ever as a 6yo, placed in competitive 1m handicaps at York before a dominant all-the-way success in a valuable Ascot handicap in July (7f, good to firm; cheekpieces for the first time); 4lb rise less of a concern than the trip. |
16/1 |
|
1st 4 (1) |
27th Jul 2024 Good 0m 7f 0y Class 2 |
9st 10lb |
Seasoned northern handicapper who ran well at York (1m) most recently; respectable fifth at Royal Ascot (7f) the time before and has finished fourth in this race for the last two years; should give his running once again, provided he takes to first-time cheekpieces. |
14/1 |
|
2nd 1 (13) |
13th Jul 2024 Good To Soft 0m 7f 192y Class 2 |
10st 2lb |
raced in second, switched left over 1f out, ridden and led narrowly 1f out, headed and no extra inside final 110yds |
9/1 |
25/1
Form: 384017 D
Last run: 28 days
W: 8st 13lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 94
Strong at the finish when repelling stablemate Ramazan in the Great St Wilfrid five weeks ago; no obvious excuse when midfield at York off this mark one week later; stable may have stronger claims elsewhere.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9th 20 (21) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 13lb |
Strong at the finish when repelling stablemate Ramazan in the Great St Wilfrid five weeks ago; no obvious excuse when midfield at York off this mark one week later; stable may have stronger claims elsewhere. |
25/1 |
|
7th 9 (3) |
24th Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 13lb |
He had been bubbling away nicely prior to enjoying his finest hour in last week's Great St Wilfrid at Ripon (6f, good), digging deep to hold off a smart stablemate; 6lb rise takes him into new territory but he ran well over C&D last month and there could be more improvement lurking. |
15/2 |
|
1st 10 (16) |
17th Aug 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 11lb |
raced near side |
15/2 |
14/1
Form: 505629 D BF
Last run: 6 days
W: 8st 12lb
6 yo Gelding
OR: 93
2lb lower than for his win in Ireland last summer; 0-7 this year but his penultimate second at York (6f, good to firm), where he travelled exuberantly before succumbing to a rapidly improving 3yo late on, was a run that suggested he was primed to strike; not well drawn in Ireland last time and ran creditably in the circumstances; would be of serious interest had he not failed to fire at this meeting in either 2021 or 2022.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
10th 24 (6) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 12lb |
2lb lower than for his win in Ireland last summer; 0-7 this year but his penultimate second at York (6f, good to firm), where he travelled exuberantly before succumbing to a rapidly improving 3yo late on, was a run that suggested he was primed to strike; not well drawn in Ireland last time and ran creditably in the circumstances; would be of serious interest had he not failed to fire at this meeting in either 2021 or 2022. |
14/1 |
|
9th 8 (3) |
15th Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y |
9st 3lb |
towards rear |
10/1 |
|
2nd 10 (8) |
24th Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 12lb |
Lingering on a dangerous mark and he's been threatening something bigger in recent outings, most recently when sixth in the Stewards' Cup; has a C&D win on his record but that was on good to soft and the nagging concern today is that he'd be better suited by a stiffer test; one of three runners for Richard Fahey. |
16/1 |
14/1
Form: 31-761 D
Last run: 74 days
W: 9st 8lb
3 yo Colt
OR: 105
Progressive as 2yo, running well at the Ebor meeting before powering clear in a sales race at Doncaster's St Leger meeting (6.5f, soft); came up short in Group 3 and Listed events at Newbury in the spring but he made light of a BHA mark of 100 when dropped back into handicap company at Pontefract in July, strong at the finish and looking to have more in the tank; that run, as well as the peak 2yo effort, was on soft ground but he has form on a faster surface; has had a wind op since Pontefract; this is likely to have been the plan for a while and he's a major player.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
11th 6 (22) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 8lb |
Progressive as 2yo, running well at the Ebor meeting before powering clear in a sales race at Doncaster's St Leger meeting (6.5f, soft); came up short in Group 3 and Listed events at Newbury in the spring but he made light of a BHA mark of 100 when dropped back into handicap company at Pontefract in July, strong at the finish and looking to have more in the tank; that run, as well as the peak 2yo effort, was on soft ground but he has form on a faster surface; has had a wind op since Pontefract; this is likely to have been the plan for a while and he's a major player. |
14/1 |
|
1st 3 (3) |
9th Jul 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 8lb |
Solid 2yo campaign culminated in a success in Doncaster sales race (6.5f, soft); not disgraced in Group/Listed events at Newbury this term; possibilities back down in grade. |
7/2 |
|
6th 10 (14) |
18th May 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 1 |
9st 2lb |
Enjoyed his finest hour when winning Doncaster sales race (6.5f, soft) last September with plenty to spare; only seventh of 11 in the Greenham here on return but he met trouble on two occasions and that run is best ignored; should not be inconvenienced by today's drop back to sprinting and any softening of the ground would count in his favour; strongly considered. |
9/1 |
11/1
Form: 420230 D
Last run: 28 days
W: 9st 1lb
4 yo Gelding
OR: 96
Series of good runs in competitive handicaps this year, including a second at Royal Ascot and third in the Stewards' Cup; last time can be ignored (bad draw) and he's one to consider.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
12th 18 (18) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 1lb |
Series of good runs in competitive handicaps this year, including a second at Royal Ascot and third in the Stewards' Cup; last time can be ignored (bad draw) and he's one to consider. |
11/1 |
|
16th 8 (15) |
24th Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 1lb |
Improving with experience and banging the door down in top handicaps this summer, runner-up at Royal Ascot (7f, good to firm) and placed twice at Glorious Goodwood, notably when third in the Stewards' Cup (cheekpieces first time; best of those drawn low and held up); 1lb rise for that effort seems fair and he has a good prize in him; not always foot perfect at the start though and this track, with its emphasis on speed, may not suit him ideally. |
13/2 |
|
3rd 20 (4) |
3rd Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 2lb |
Likeable and progressive 4yo who showed he had the tools for big-field handicaps when finishing off well for second in the Buckingham Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot (7f, good to firm); another fine run when second over 7f here on Wednesday, conceding first run to the winner; a strongly run 6f should suit and new cheekpieces could have a galvanising effect; looks held by Albasheer on AW form though. |
12/1 |
10/1
Form: 228782 D
Last run: 35 days
W: 9st 11lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 106
Tough handicapper who was pipped at the post by Significantly here 12 months ago; better than ever when again collared in the shadow of the post in the Victoria Cup in May; found stablemate Dare To Hope just too strong in the Great St Wilfrid five weeks ago, doing best of the smaller far-side group; the 3lb rise for that effort could just scupper him but he looks rock solid to run well.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
13th 3 (14) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 11lb |
Tough handicapper who was pipped at the post by Significantly here 12 months ago; better than ever when again collared in the shadow of the post in the Victoria Cup in May; found stablemate Dare To Hope just too strong in the Great St Wilfrid five weeks ago, doing best of the smaller far-side group; the 3lb rise for that effort could just scupper him but he looks rock solid to run well. |
10/1 |
|
2nd 1 (6) |
17th Aug 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 12lb |
raced far side |
10/1 |
|
8th 1 (13) |
3rd Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 12lb |
Tough performer who made good progress as a 3yo, winning twice and rattling the crossbar in the Ayr Gold Cup and a Redcar Listed race; better form when second off this mark in the Victoria Cup at Ascot in May (7f, good; return of a visor), picked off close home by a handicap blot; came up short in two Group 3 events since but returning to a handicap will be more suitable; stiffer test is optimal though and the Ayr Gold Cup may prove his best chance of winning one of these top 6f handicaps; no headgear today. |
25/1 |
25/1
Form: 425342 D
Last run: 6 days
W: 8st 13lb
7 yo Gelding
OR: 94
On a long losing run; several good runs this year, including a second of nine at Doncaster (6.5f, soft) last Sunday, but this looks too competitive for him now.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
14th 22 (1) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 13lb |
On a long losing run; several good runs this year, including a second of nine at Doncaster (6.5f, soft) last Sunday, but this looks too competitive for him now. |
25/1 |
|
2nd 7 (6) |
15th Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 111y Class 2 |
8st 13lb |
took keen hold, prominent |
7/1 |
|
4th 6 (9) |
25th Aug 2024 Good 0m 7f 0y Class 2 |
9st 3lb |
Useful sprinter; losing spell goes back to Group 2 win in 2022 but he has been knocking at the door in handicaps this season, very close third at Wolverhampton (AW) most recently; possibilities off current mark, provided he takes well to the belated first crack at 7f. |
12/1 |
50/1
Form: 405070 D
Last run: 28 days
W: 9st 4lb
6 yo Gelding
OR: 99
Has not fired in three sprint handicaps for new connections, albeit the draw was no good for him at York last time; others have far less to prove.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
15th 12 (16) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 4lb |
Has not fired in three sprint handicaps for new connections, albeit the draw was no good for him at York last time; others have far less to prove. |
50/1 |
|
12th 4 (16) |
24th Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 4lb |
Won a couple of AW handicaps in late 2023 when trained by Gordon Elliott; out of the frame in his two runs for his new stable this summer; down in the weights but this looks a tough race in which to revive. |
40/1 |
|
7th 1 (6) |
9th Jul 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
10st 2lb |
Defied a 2lb higher mark on AW last December when with Gordon Elliott; ran encouragingly (made late headway) in the Wokingham on debut for new yard; interesting back in calmer waters. |
9/2 |
5/1
Form: 212231 D
Last run: 7 days
W: 9st 2lb
4 yo Gelding
OR: 92
Ended his 2023 campaign with a third of 20 in a 5f handicap at this meeting; he's made giant strides as a 4yo, winning 5f handicaps on good to soft at Musselburgh and Thirsk in the first half of the year before taking his form to a new level with a last-gasp win in the Portland last week (5.5f, good); 3lb wrong under his penalty but he overcame adversity at Doncaster and his style of racing means it is hard to gauge where his ceiling lies; one of two good chances for Jim Goldie.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
16th 16 (4) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 2lb |
Ended his 2023 campaign with a third of 20 in a 5f handicap at this meeting; he's made giant strides as a 4yo, winning 5f handicaps on good to soft at Musselburgh and Thirsk in the first half of the year before taking his form to a new level with a last-gasp win in the Portland last week (5.5f, good); 3lb wrong under his penalty but he overcame adversity at Doncaster and his style of racing means it is hard to gauge where his ceiling lies; one of two good chances for Jim Goldie. |
5/1 |
|
1st 16 (22) |
14th Sep 2024 Good 0m 5f 143y Class 2 |
8st 13lb |
4yo who has enjoyed an excellent campaign, including two wins earlier in the season (5f, good to soft) and a close third to Shagraan off this mark at Haydock (5f, good) last Saturday; won at Carlisle last September when he last tackled 6f and there's every chance he'll be bang there. |
9/1 |
|
3rd 5 (11) |
7th Sep 2024 Good To Soft 0m 5f 0y Class 2 |
9st 4lb |
Two wins from five races this year, latest at Thirsk (5f, good to soft) in June; close second to Jer Batt over C&D (good) next time, runner-up at Pontefract (5f, good to firm) since and there's every chance he'll continue to progress, especially if settling better than last time; key player. |
4/1 |
16/1
Form: -03110 D
Last run: 31 days
W: 9st 3lb
3 yo Colt
OR: 100
Drawn on the wrong side when unplaced at York last month but he'd won his two previous starts in good style, notably the big 5f handicap at Royal Ascot; stays 6f and couldn't rule out further progress after just ten runs.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
17th 13 (25) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 3lb |
Drawn on the wrong side when unplaced at York last month but he'd won his two previous starts in good style, notably the big 5f handicap at Royal Ascot; stays 6f and couldn't rule out further progress after just ten runs. |
16/1 |
|
15th 4 (20) |
21st Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 5f 89y Class 2 |
9st 6lb |
Yet to run a bad race in four visits to this track, winning over 6f last October; bolted up at Musselburgh in June and made light of an 11lb rise when comfortably seeing off his 27 rivals at Royal Ascot (5f, good to firm); hit with another 8lb rise today but not fully exposed; the intermediate trip shouldn't be a problem but perhaps a lower draw would be beneficial. |
7/1 |
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1st 14 (12) |
21st Jun 2024 Good To Firm 0m 5f 0y Class 2 |
9st 1lb |
Couldn't live with Jubilee Walk late on at York last month but his third there still represented improvement; has since given that form real ballast by routing his rivals at Musselburgh three weeks ago (5f, good to soft); finds himself 4lb worse off with Jubliee Walk as a consequence and fast ground is not sure to suit so well. |
16/1 |
66/1
Form: 717031 D
Last run: 22 days
W: 8st 12lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 88
Two wins at Thirsk this season and he ran a stormer for second in last year's Silver Cup; might have had a better chance of defying a big weight in that race rather than getting in here under a penalty.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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18th 25 (5) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 12lb |
Two wins at Thirsk this season and he ran a stormer for second in last year's Silver Cup; might have had a better chance of defying a big weight in that race rather than getting in here under a penalty. |
66/1 |
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1st 3 (8) |
30th Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 3 |
9st 11lb |
in touch with leaders, steady headway from over 2f out, headed inside final furlong, ridden out |
9/2 |
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3rd 1 (1) |
10th Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 5f 217y Class 3 |
10st 0lb |
slowly into stride, in touch with leaders, headway and pressed leaders over 1f out, went second inside final furlong, lost second post |
4/1 |
10/1
Form: 580803 D BF
Last run: 14 days
W: 9st 1lb
6 yo Gelding
OR: 96
He wasn't beaten far in this race 12 months ago when rated 8lb higher; this campaign has blown hot and cold but a visor has perked him up a bit the last twice, his efforts in the Stewards' Cup (not well drawn) and at Ascot (slowly-run race wholly unsuitable) both in need of upgrading; each-way shout.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
19th 17 (8) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 1lb |
He wasn't beaten far in this race 12 months ago when rated 8lb higher; this campaign has blown hot and cold but a visor has perked him up a bit the last twice, his efforts in the Stewards' Cup (not well drawn) and at Ascot (slowly-run race wholly unsuitable) both in need of upgrading; each-way shout. |
10/1 |
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3rd 2 (4) |
7th Sep 2024 Soft 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 12lb |
Has been a terrific sprinter here, winning the Wokingham twice and a Group 3; back to his usual tricks when arriving late to win C&D handicap (good to soft) last October; no evidence he's lost his way since, having run well in the Stewards' Cup (first-time visor, retained) considering the track wouldn't have suited and he raced far away from the favoured group; big chance. |
3/1 |
20/1
Form: 6-3010 D
Last run: 112 days
W: 9st 2lb
5 yo Gelding
OR: 97
Beaten 3l when finishing in midfield in the corresponding event last year; showed he wasn't dependent on slow ground when impressing at York's Dante meeting in May (6f, good); Epsom wasn't to his liking when last seen; drying conditions not sure to suit though.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
20th 15 (7) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 2lb |
Beaten 3l when finishing in midfield in the corresponding event last year; showed he wasn't dependent on slow ground when impressing at York's Dante meeting in May (6f, good); Epsom wasn't to his liking when last seen; drying conditions not sure to suit though. |
20/1 |
33/1
Form: 904006 D
Last run: 28 days
W: 9st 4lb
6 yo Colt
OR: 99
Sufficient evidence to suggests he's better on AW now and unplaced in three major turf handicaps this summer; ended up last of six, beaten 11l, in a 7f Group 2 at York four weeks ago but that doesn't tell the whole tale as he tanked through the race and traded as short as 3-1 in running at one stage before weakening; not easily recommended but the talent is there.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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21th 11 (10) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 4lb |
Sufficient evidence to suggests he's better on AW now and unplaced in three major turf handicaps this summer; ended up last of six, beaten 11l, in a 7f Group 2 at York four weeks ago but that doesn't tell the whole tale as he tanked through the race and traded as short as 3-1 in running at one stage before weakening; not easily recommended but the talent is there. |
33/1 |
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6th 3 (1) |
24th Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 7f 0y Class 1 |
9st 8lb |
Won two 6f AW handicaps early this year but hasn't shone on turf subsequently and he'd be a shock winner this afternoon. |
66/1 |
14/1
Form: -14111 D
Last run: 27 days
W: 8st 13lb
3 yo Colt
OR: 91
2yo campaign rather fizzled out after a promising start but he's turned a corner, and in some style, this year, winning four of his five starts (all at 6f, the defeat over 5f); quite possible this mark is still in range but slower ground would probably be preferable.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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22th 23 (9) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 13lb |
2yo campaign rather fizzled out after a promising start but he's turned a corner, and in some style, this year, winning four of his five starts (all at 6f, the defeat over 5f); quite possible this mark is still in range but slower ground would probably be preferable. |
14/1 |
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1st 6 (8) |
25th Aug 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 0lb |
Made it 3-4 for the year when making all in competitive 3yo handicap at Newmarket (6f, good to soft) last month; a 4lb rise isn't harsh and he could continue his progressive ways with another big run today. |
15/8 |
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1st 12 (9) |
11th Jul 2024 Soft 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 10lb |
towards near side, made all, faced challenge over 1f out, drifted left inside final furlong, ridden out |
9/1 |
33/1
Form: 3-3109 CD
Last run: 28 days
W: 8st 13lb
3 yo Colt
OR: 96
C&D win as a 2yo; returned from wind and gelding operations to win a Thirsk handicap (6f, good to soft) in July; not so good twice since and yard have stronger claims elsewhere.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
23th 21 (2) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 13lb |
C&D win as a 2yo; returned from wind and gelding operations to win a Thirsk handicap (6f, good to soft) in July; not so good twice since and yard have stronger claims elsewhere. |
33/1 |
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9th 11 (7) |
24th Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 12lb |
Lightly raced 3yo; returned in May from gelding and wind operations to win a 6f handicap at Thirsk in July (good to soft); disappointing at Goodwood (7f, good to firm) three weeks ago; others look safer. |
20/1 |
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11th 4 (8) |
3rd Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 7f 0y Class 2 |
9st 4lb |
Acts on soft and good to firm; largely progressive over 6f; had gelding/wind operations prior to Thirsk win (off 5lb lower) most recently, again shaping as if he'll be suited by 7f; brother to a dual Group 1 winner for his stable and may not have reached his limit yet; shortlisted. |
13/2 |
16/1
Form: 0-3030 D
Last run: 56 days
W: 9st 8lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 103
Looked a strong candidate for major sprint handicap honours last spring but he came up short when favourite/joint favourite in the Wokingham/Stewards' Cup/this race in 2023; two of his four runs this year bring him right into the reckoning, notably his third in the Wokingham, but he's 3lb higher today and others appeal more.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
24th 5 (3) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 8lb |
Looked a strong candidate for major sprint handicap honours last spring but he came up short when favourite/joint favourite in the Wokingham/Stewards' Cup/this race in 2023; two of his four runs this year bring him right into the reckoning, notably his third in the Wokingham, but he's 3lb higher today and others appeal more. |
16/1 |
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18th 3 (3) |
27th Jul 2024 Good 0m 7f 0y Class 2 |
9st 11lb |
Acts on soft and good to firm; has raced exclusively at 6f; somewhat frustrating but did well to finish a close third in the Wokingham at Royal Ascot most recently, rattling home having come from a difficult position and been forced to switch; interesting with this new trip well worth exploring. |
5/1 |
18/1
Form: 135601 D
Last run: 21 days
W: 9st 3lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 93
2-7 for Michael Dods this year, displaying further progress at Sandown three weeks ago (7f, good); 5lb higher mark in a deeper race looks likely to find him out, though.
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance/ Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
25th 14 (11) |
21st Sep 2024 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 3lb |
2-7 for Michael Dods this year, displaying further progress at Sandown three weeks ago (7f, good); 5lb higher mark in a deeper race looks likely to find him out, though. |
18/1 |
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1st 2 (2) |
31st Aug 2024 Good 0m 7f 0y Class 3 |
9st 12lb |
Campaigned at 6f this term for new yard, winning once; form has dipped since creditable Wokingham effort; recorded a 7f success under Oisin Murphy last year and looks interesting with those factors back in play. |
10/1 |
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22th 18 (11) |
3rd Aug 2024 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 2lb |
Campaigned over further by Andrew Balding but found his niche as a sprinter for new yard, winning at Ascot (6f, good) in May and beaten just 2l into fifth in the Wokingham; raced too freely tried in cheekpieces back at Ascot three weeks ago and they are quickly dispensed with; needs to pull out more to defy this mark. |
20/1 |
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