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Gelded since last run - back from a break too and so likely to improve for this but is 4lbs lower here and the step up in trip will suit. Best watched until he's got a run under his belt as likely to need the outing today.

Bounced back to form last time with a close second here. Has come out of that race well - Up 4lbs for that but similar race and conditions here mean he's got a decent chance of getting involved again. Each-way.

Second runner in the race for us and has a live chance too. Good draw in 5 and fit and well after 5 runs this year already. Wasn't beaten far the last day at Thirsk and a pound lower (4th). Another good run on the cards with Tom Eaves riding.

Ran well last time only beaten by a very unexposed horse, pulling well clear of the rest of the field. A big field for a good prize for the grade. The draw not the most helpful.

Yet to win a  race but has gone close a few times recently - including last time at Chelmsford (4th). Down a pound for that and Mollie takes off 5lbs, while she's ridden the horse for us before too. Each-way chance.

Admirably tough and consistent, she came out best of those near the front end in a very competitive race at Ascot in a higher grade last time. Big field here again but shouldn’t be too far away.

Third in this race 12 months ago and rated 2lbs lower this time, plus Jon rides to claim 5lbs. Needed the run back the last day but wasn't beaten far behind out Fine Wine here. Loves the track here too - recent runs have been 3-3-2-6 - feel he's got a decent e/w chance in a competitive affair.

Took another step forward and comes here off the back of a good win. He’s probably more battle hardened than most of this field which should stand him in good stead. This is a very valuable prize and some of his lightly raced rivals have looked impressive in maiden/novice company.

Came to us from the Mark Johnston yard - dropped back to 7f the last day at Carlisle and ran a fair race. But up 2 grades here so much lower weight helps. Still running 6lbs out the handicap though so will need to find some improvement. Big ask but is well at home and hopeful he can improve on last time.

First ever run on turf. Returns after a short break, most of our horses have taken a step forward for their first run back this turf season but she didn’t have the same amount of time out as most.

Only 4 runners and really with one being a 100/1 shot we've just got two to beat. Won well at Hereford last time out at the start of April on rules debut - was a former Point winner. Well after a break and we feel the longer trip here will suit. Should go well.

Bounced back to form the last day at Leicester (3rd) over 6f. Drop back to 5f is fine and a course winner here too. Same mark and a horse that takes his racing well - having his 89th run today. Should not be far away.

Old-timer that has won some nice races in his time. 13 years-old now and still enjoying his racing. Dropped to a mark of 70 which is a career-low rating and is a CD winner here at the track. Conditions are fine - good draw in 5 and could be dangerous to rule out, but often needs his first run back of the season.

Needed the run last time at Southwell - raced a bit free that day but should be more settled this time with that first run in 6 months under his belt. Longer trip is fine and has run well here in the past too. Ground okay, Place chance.

Third last time out at here - only beaten 1/2 a length. Similar race here off the same mark and over the same trip. Low weight of 8-4 and another good draw in 1 helps too. Each-way chance.

Just the one career win on the grass from 21 runs. But is certainly well handicapped off a mark of 50 having been as high as 80 in his career and 70 this time last year! The horses are running well and seems well for a small break. No surprise to see him run a better race. Each-way.

12 year-old now but still loving racing and has run well here in the past (course winner). Dropped to a nice mark that is a pound lower than last win and won at this time last year. Well at home and a good draw in 5, plus seems to have improved for his last run off a break. Conditions are fine and confident of an improved run.

Little introduction - did well at the end of last season over jumps finding his form again to win at Sandown and Wincanton. Back on the flat here today as a small break and has won 3 of his 7 runs on the flat turf. In good order at home and hoping some rain comes just in time - very well and looks the one to beat here today.

Second runner in the race and has a squeak too. Mixes it up over hurdles and on the flat. Been in good form over hurdles this season with two wins but back on the flat today on a fair mark and has won here at Goodwood before too. 2lbs lower than that 2021 win here when trained by Sophie Leach and Aidan takes off another 7lbs. Low weight and not without an e/w chance.

Nice filly with a mixture of speed and stamina in her pedigree. Debut run here today though and despite doing well at home will learn plenty here today.

Ran a solid race on back on turf last time and repeat effort should see him going close here. The favourite looked an improved horse following a wind op and a break and he will be tough to beat if reproducing that performance. However, particularly a filly backed up quickly isn’t always able to do that so worth taking a chance against her.

Was going the right way at the end of last season as a 2 year-old but fluffed his lines last time at Kempton when hanging left through the race. Had a break since that Oct run and seems well for it. Expected to handle the track well and the step up to a mile will suit. Small e/w chance but no matter will improve for this.

Beaten a few days ago in a claimer but okay after that run and back out quickly here. Back into a handicap today and Molly riding to take off 7lbs helps. 16 races without a win though so a bit to prove, but looking well treated and the horses are running well. Place chance.

CD winner but bit to prove at the moment after some average runs at Brighton and Chelmsford. But the horses are going better now and the drop back to 5f is a plus. Good draw in 3 too and Bradley takes off 7lbs this time too. No surprise to see a better run today. Each-way.

Needed the run the last day at Kempton after a break. 2lbs lower and Rhys rides this time to claim 3lbs too. Outpaced over a mile last time too so the 1m2f should help slow things down a tad. Been freshened up with 3 months off, but should improve on that last run and e/w chance.

Debut run here today for this 2 year-old. Doing well at home and shows a lot of pace but could be an above average race this and so just be delighted with a solid first run. On a plus, the horses are running very well at the moment!

Was actually only beaten 2 lengths the last day here - 3lbs lower this time. Fair draw in 6 helps and is well handicapped off 64 is he can find some old form - having been rated 82 just last December. Could outrun his odds, small e/w.

Only had 5 career runs and despite not winning yet has been showing up okay. 3lbs lower here will help and dropping back to 6f again too. Jon takes off 5lbs but not seen the track for just under a year so expected to improve for this today.

Second runner in the race for us - debut run for Steve Packham, who owns Goshen too. Nice well-bred 4 year-old that is doing well in his work. Niall helps to take off 3lbs too and small e/w chance, but the experience of our other runner just edges it.

Came to us from France - has raced three times and the last of those was a nice win in a NH Flat race. Therefore, comes here with a fair bit more experience than the others and has settled in well. Will be going hurdling soon but this look a good race to get him going. Should go well and hopefully we are the one to beat but hard to know anything about the others.

CD winner at the track and not beaten far the last twice here. Down another pound in the ratings and a good draw in 4. Seems well at home and e/w squeak but is 4lbs higher than last win.

Engrave is very consistent but is yet to win on turf, she is in good form and this is a nice little race for her to pick up some more prize money.

First run for us today and we've thrown him in the deep end in what looks a hot contest.
A solid midfield finish would be pleasing and we can hopefully learn plenty.

Smokey Malone ran well at the track last run and was unlucky when he was stopped in his run late on in the race. He dropped a pound so gets into this grade, trip will suit so hoping for a big run again.

Well handicapped now and seems to be coming to hand judged on recent efforts. Likely to stay this far and hard to discount if in the same form. Stable is a bit below form so has a bit to prove.

Fair run here last month and down in grade off 2lbs lower today.
Poor draw but with a strong pace he could run on late and make his presence felt.

Yet to win a race from 13 runs and down the field again last time. Bit to prove here as a result and despite a fair draw in 5 best watched for now.

Makes her racecourse debut, she has been professional at home and this a good race to start her off, she will be worth following once handicapped.

Nice horse that was gelded last June and is ready to run now. Track debut here today but has been doing well at home and this NH Flat race looks a nice place to start him off. Goes without saying the Henderson and Skelton runners are respected but ours should run well and a horse to note after regardless.

Yet to win a race but has only had 8 career runs. Fit from the AW and wasn't beaten far the last day at Southwell (3l). Only had one run on the grass too so we feel there is more to come on the green stuff. Each-way claims.

Has had a break since running at Lingfield in heavy ground back in January. Down 5lbs from that and seems well for the time off. We are still learning with the horse a bit as that was only his second run for us since coming from the Hobbs yard, but an experienced chaser with 16 runs. Better ground is fine and has run well off a break in the past too. Looking forward to a nice run back but the Pipe, Newland and Tizzard horses have had the benefit of recent runs.

Will be better for her recent run here after 183 days off. 3lbs lower here and has gone close over this trip in the past here. But the worry is that she's still winless from 17 runs - deserves to win a race as not been far away many times, but doesn't always work like that. Each-way chance.

Has dropped into this lower grade for the first time in a while, she needed her seasonal debut run and he’s done well since. Rose Dawes won on her last year and takes off a handy 7lbs. She should have a good ew chance here.

Nice filly but highly-tried here today running into a Listed race off level weights. Trip and ground will suit and we feel she's done well over the winter and autumn. Won't disgrace but we are rated 78 and taking on 98, 101 and 103-rated horses. Any rain would help though.

Has been a hard horse to win with of late - his last victory came back in Feb 21 and that was 19 runs ago. As a result has slipped back to a handy mark though and is 4lbs lower than last time too. Saffie also booked to take a further 3lbs off and dropping into a Class 6 for the first time since 2020! Bit to prove but is well and hard to ignore off current mark.

Got back to form the last day at Lingfield with a good win for Bradley. Up 4lbs for that and the switch to the grass will be fine here. Bradley rides again to claim 7lbs and we know he stays a little bit more than this 1m3 1/2f. Should have a leading chance again.

Fell last time out at Haydock so has had a month to get over that. Prior to that had been running well (2nd twice). Trip and ground are fine and just 10-3 to carry in this better race. We are putting the blinkers on today to keep him focused. Each-way.

Is out of a mare we used to train who won a couple of bumpers and over hurdles, this son of Midnight Legend won a bumper at Hexham.  After a couple of frustrating falls over hurdles, he won a maiden hurdle last season at Fakenham.  However, things haven't fallen his way since and the handicapper has given him a chance now. Dropping back in trip should help him though and the cheek pieces should help too.  So he's a chance here in a competitive race.

Bonny little horse. Consistent profile over hurdles from her opening 5 runs - winning and only out of the frame once too. Solid run on her return to the track last month (2nd) and has come on for the race at home and improved for it. Same mark here today and similar race so we come here as one of the leading players and although she's still learning should not be far away and would have a great e/w chance.

Beaten favourite last time at Fontwell - we expected better but made a noise breathing that day. Has had a break as a result as that came back in December. Seems okay and fresh and well for that time off. Comes with a few risks but not without a small e/w chance.

3-time winner on the AW on the flat - has schooled well ahead of this hurdles debut and is fit and well with his last run just 18 days ago. Tricky to know how his jumping will hold up but will love the ground and looking forward to seeing how he gets on. Small place chance.

Only had three career runs so into a handicap here for the first time. Gelded since that last race too and we feel the step up to 1m4f will help. Not been out since last November though so might just improve for this and the trip is a slight unknown. We expect him to be more competitive now though being handicapped.

Needed the run the last day after a 205 day break - but was staying on well that day so the longer trip here up to 1m 1/2 we think will suit. Also a good draw in 1 and so no shock to see a step forward here. Place chance. with Tom Queally riding.

A gelding who has come a long way this spring, ready to start and the type to be winning races if he keeps up his progression of the past few weeks.

Well handicapped these days and is a bag of nerves but still capable if he holds it together. Will only run if ground is suitable

Came to us from the Joseph O'Brien yard in Ireland - first run for us was a few weeks ago at Kempton when down the field. Would have improved for that as it came off a break and is 2lbs lower here. Easier race and the step up to a mile also a plus and Aidan rides to claim 7lbs. Could easily improve here today. Each-way.

Better last time at Ripon when a fair third. Same mark here today and Jon takes off 5lbs this time so that helps. Dropped in grade here too helps and will love the ground. Each-way squeak but looks an open race.

A dual course and distance winner, including the Brighton Challenge Mile when she had a few of these in behind. Will come forward for first run of the year.

Not firing at the moment so best watched for now - hoping the first time blinkers will help but needs to bounce back from a 10 length defeat last time. On a plus, has only had 3 runs on the turf so hoping there might be some more improvement based on that.

Claiming Stakes race - small bit to find at the weights but we are the only CD winner in the field and he's got a much better record on the AW with 16 top three finishes (34 runs). Ben Curtis rides and should not be far away.

Ran with promise on debut over six furlongs but didn’t really build on that in her 2 subsequent starts over 7. Drops back to 6 for her turf and handicap debut.

Her turn looks around the corner and trip and track should suit with rider who knows her well

Good run last time and seems in good form. Rain will help. If there is a decent pace then he should be thereabouts with a clear run.

Ran well for a long way at Lingfield before tiring late on. He showed plenty of speed that day so we feel a step back in trip will suit. Still has plenty of questions to answer so this is very much a fact-finding mission.

Decent sprinter on his day and dropping a bit more down the ratings again after winning three times last year. Jon takes off 5lbs and a course winner here but might just need to drop a bit more in the ratings.

Second the last four times, including last time at Lingfield at the end of Feb. Up just a pound for that and despite not winning on the grass (6 runs) will be fine at the track and on the ground. Competitive but another solid run on the cards.

Second runner in the race for us. Pulled up last time over the jumps at Plumpton but we were disappointed as expected better than that. Cheekpieces will help and a average race but also have a fair bit to find with the Ellison horse here - 19lbs and running on the same terms.

Into a Seller on the flat here after pulling up at Plumpton over jumps last time. Bit to find at the weights though on these terms so Anna helping with 7lbs claim. But the Ellison horse is rated 27lbs higher than us and we still have to give it weight!

Came to us from the Charlie Fellowes yard - only had 4 runs but onw win so has ability. Not been out since last July though so we'll learn plenty here today, but the hood on and Saffie's claim a plus. Will be winning races.

Came from the breeze ups last year so is a bit more worldly wise than most of our debutantes. Has been professional at home, could have been drawn slightly better. There was a slight lack of opportunities and this was race was a last minute addition to the program so will come on from a fitness perspective from this as she was being aimed at something in a fortnights time.

Had a good Winter and ran well on turf debut recently in a stronger race. Hinted that 5f might suit him and should be a major player if it does.

0-from-8, but has shown some fair form in and around this level. Down another 2lbs from a recent run at Southwell and only second run on the turf so feel there is more to come on the grass. But the Tutty and Ellison runners look the likely ones here - small e/w chance.

Came to us from the Mark Johnston yard back in March - two run only for us since and been trying to find his trip. Back to 7f here today will help as been taking a hold in his races and the stiff Carlisle track will suit too. No surprise to see a better run today but we'll also learn a bit more re the trip. The Bethell and Quinn horses are respected but in good shape and hopeful of a fair run.

Lovely gelding that has been working well. Debut run here today so will learn a lot but doing well at home. Taking on a few with a bit more experience though today, including the James Horton runner. Won't disgrace and hopeful of a good introduction.

Howdilyoudo is out of a half-sister to the useful winner Whodoyouthink and to Whatuthink (who was third in the Irish National); from the family of Glens Music.  This Presenting filly was placed in bumpers and novice hurdles, but came good after a winter break with victory last summer at Worcester and at Uttoxeter, and she was very consistent all summer and into the autumn.  She returned in good form to be 3rd at Ffos Las in early April, and that run should set her up for another productive summer.  She is jumping fences well at home, but makes her debut over fences on the track here today.  A reproduction of her hurdles form should see her have every chance here.

Rose O'Hara is a half-sister to a 2m hurdle winner Rose To Fame, out of a bumper and multiple hurdle winner Cinderella Rose, who was a sister to the 143 rated Twelve Roses.  Rose O’Hara ran well to be placed in her first two bumpers and ran well enough on her hurdling debut in what turned out to be quite a good race.  She then struggled in deep ground in the depth of the winter when her wind caught her out.  She had a wind operation prior to being 4th in her third novice hurdle, and filled the same spot on her handicap hurdle debut.  However, she stepped up on that effort when 2nd on her chasing debut last time out, and should improve for that effort again.  The drop back in trip might not be in her favour, but it doesn't look a strong race, and she'd have a chance.

Former winning pointer but is yet to win a race under rules. 3lbs lower than a recent run down the field at Ludlow the last day so more needed on that but only 10-6 in weight helps. Ground is fine and small e/w chance but does need to find something. 

Royal Lake finished second last time out at Warwick, it was a good run and he really stuck his head down and galloped to the line. His previous three outings for us had been disappointing but he had his reasons, ground then wind and in January my horses weren’t right. He looks as if he’ll make up into a better chaser, but I wanted to get him a bit more experience over hurdles before he goes off for his summer break.

Loves it here at Doncaster - won here three times last season. Only a pound higher than last win here at the end of June and Jon takes off a handy 5lbs too. Well too after a solid return run at Goodwood and so looking forward to a nice run here. Each-way in an open affair.

Has hit the crossbar three times now but run well every time. She travelled brilliantly at Wetherby before seemingly not getting home behind a winner that has franked the form in a big way. This drop in trip will suit and she has a lovely opening handicap mark

Back from a small break of 2 1/2 months. Also back over hurdles here today after some average runs over fences. 8lbs lower than last run over the smaller obstacles when a close second at Taunton and on that form would have a solid e/w chance.

Ran much better last time out when not given a hard time at Kempton. This track should suit and he is on a decent mark. I just hope the ground isn’t too quick.

Yet to win a race from 16 races - has gone close a few times bet that's the negative. Freshened up with 2 month off and seems well for it and dropping down the ratings helps - but only small e/w chance really.

Just the one win and that came on the AW at Lingfield, but has only had one run on the grass. Ran well in a better race the last day at Lingfield so the drop into a Class 5 will help. Stays further too so we'll try and make us of that and down 2lbs. Should not be far away.

Solid third at Lingfield last time out - going the right way. Took a hold that day but still stayed on well over 1m4f, so the drop back to 1m2f we feel should be a good move. Open race, each-way chance.

Has been very frustrating and we can’t understand why he hasn’t won yet, he is a very good work horse at home. Good draw and Dylan knows him well, we have added cheek pieces to help him concentrate. He should be thereabouts again but on his rating he hope he can win!

Best watched for now after some average runs since coming to us. Only fourth run for the yard but longer trip and blinkers can hopefully help bring out some more.

Improving all the time and has won 2 of his last 3 now. Last time was a top winner at Wetherby - travelling well for Saffie Osborne, who rides again here to claim 3lbs. Well after 3 weeks off and another big run on the cards but is up in grade and the handicapper has put him up 8lbs.

After three good runs including a win in a bumper, Trevada was disappointing with his jumping on his first hurdle race last month. He’s a big horse who had schooled nicely, but he just looked as if the hurdles got in his way and he never got into any rhythm at Hereford. I’m sure this course will suit him more. He is from a very good family of jumpers from which I had the talented Tarada for Trevor Hemmings, he’s a very honest horse who will make up into a nice chaser with some more experience.

Tall order on what we've seen so far - but has only had two career runs so will need more time and get more experience here today. Better once handicapped.

Made a lovely debut for my yard at Nottingham and David felt he had more than enough speed to drop back to 7 if we wanted. He has to prove he likes the surface but he has a lovely draw and can go well if the trip isn’t too sharp.

Ran a good race from an impossible position in a red hot maiden last time out. Her run can be upgraded there as she was the only one the make ground from off the pace. She should love the track and ground and can go well today

Needed the run the last day at Thirsk but still ran well to be only beaten 3l. Dropped a pound but will be a lot better for that and in this better race only has 8-5 to carry and also Kieran takes off another 5lbs too. Still a bit to prove, but no shock to see a step forward here.

Second runner in the race for us - 12 top three finishes from 24 starts so not too shabby a record overall and was only beaten 4 1/2 lengths here last time over this trip. Cheekpieces should help today and a pound lower, but drawn wide again (14) not ideal and might need some luck from there.

Has been very frustrating to train as I’m not sure he is the toughest. His best from has been at Chelmsford and hopefully he will enjoy the step up in trip. A decent draw was crucial to his chances.

Showing some promising from opening five runs but we feel the step up to 1m2f here will help a lot having run on well over a mile the last day. Down 3lbs too and no reason why this first run here won't suit. Each-way.

Ran a really good race at Chester against significantly superior opposition. She drops back into her grade today and has conditions to suit. She is technically 3lbs well in but the handicapper could easily have put her up more. I am surprised her price isn’t shorter.

Fluffed his lines last time at Southwell but the race has worked out well and I think he is much better on turf with some cut. He should love conditions today and can run well.

Bit to prove at the moment after winning well on debut for us back in Feb. Back to last winning mark helps and Jon takes off 5lbs. The drop back to 7f will suit too but will need to leave recent runs behind so best watched for now.

Ran quite well back to the minimum distance but best form is all on sharper tracks and is high enough in the handicap. Conditions should suit and probably coming to hand.

Is a lovely 2yr old with a bright future. This race will be very strong but he should love conditions and run well.

Is out of a half-sister to the very useful bumper/hurdle/chase winner Centasia; and from the family of De Soto who was 2nd in the Champion bumper, and 4th in the Supreme Novices.  Midnight Centurion was 2nd in both his bumper starts, and filled the runners up spot on his hurdling debut.  He didn't progress through the winter on a softer surface but back from a break, he won a maiden at Ludlow.  He was 3rd on his handicap debut, but found 2m3 a bit sharp.  This trip should be more suitable, and he won't be too far away today.

After winning a bumper, Beholden deservedly got his head in front over hurdles last summer, and he won a novice under a penalty too.  Back from a break, he ran well to be 2nd off this mark on his seasonal return, and he should improve for that run and back in a visor, I think he should go close here.

Everything went wrong at Musselburgh last time out where a wide trip over too far meant that he ran appallingly. His work this year has been much better than that and I am convinced that was just a blip. Drop to 12 will suit and he should like this track. They had a fair bit of rain in Newmarket yesterday so I hope the ground hasn’t gone to soft

Only had 4 chase runs and one win - the good news is that win came here at Fontwell. Had his issues though since his last run back in March 21 so back from a 423 day break. Still young (7) and well at home now. Might just need this but the track will suit and will love the ground so small e/w chance.

Third last time at Plumpton but was well back that day and will need to improve on that. Only a pound lower here but did run Sword Beach, who runs again here, to a length at Plumpton the time before. On that run would have place chances but does need to bounce back. We think the return to the shorter trip here though will help as didn't really stay last time. Small e/w.

Nice winner on the AW last time at Kempton up 8lbs for that and back on the grass but seemed to enjoy that step up to 2m the last day and in this better race has only 8-13 to carry. Henderson horse to beat but is well so e/w chance.

Green at his home track on debut but will have learnt from that. Extra distance likely to suit and we know the family well so he is likely to improve with racing. Has a great temperament and will be interesting to see how he is progressing.

Useful sprinter on his day - back from a break here but has been doing plenty at home. Jon's 5lb claim a plus and ran well at this meeting last year off this mark. Goes well fresh too so e/w chance in a very open affair.

Second runner in the race for us. Taking his racing well - ran another good one at Hamilton last Sunday (2nd) and off the same mark here. Good draw in 2 and in this better race has only 8-4 to carry. Competitive with the Appleby runner respected and Copper Knight as won the last 2 runnings, but tough performer and e/w chance for sure off the low weight.

Not sparked since coming over from France - four runs for us to date and better run was over a mile at Chelmsford so this drop to 7f here on the grass will suit. Dropped 5lbs too and Anna claims 5lbs from the saddle too. Whips are not allowed to be used this in race though and many inexperienced riders means it's probably not a race to get too involved in. Each-way chance.

Needs things to drop right as he can start slowly and pull hard. When he gets it right he's
generally thereabouts. The forecast rain will help as this quick ground is always a worry. The likely fast pace should suit.

Took a good step forward in cheekpieces and switched to the turf last time when finishing third and should be competitive here if repeating that effort.

Down the field on debut so work in progress - will be better with more experience and once handicapped.

Shady Daisy is by Flemensfirth and is a full sister to the good stayer, Fontsanta, and to Dusky Days who we also train.  She is out of a half-sister to useful bumper/2m-2m1f hurdle winner Dusky Lord who herself was out of a sister to high-class jumper Deep Sensation. Dusky Days won on his racecourse debut for us this time last year, and was then placed in a listed bumper.  Shady Daisy has done everything that we have asked, and goes well.  She hasn't worked on the grass here in Lambourn as its been too dry, but she is a straightforward filly, and she should give a good account of herself here on her racecourse debut.

Promising mare but first run since July 21 and first run back from a wind op too. Tongue-tie is on today as well to help her but very much a work in progress horse.

Has had a really good prep and comes here fresh and fit. Last year we spent the first few months trying to get her to stay a mile, whereas this year she has been trained solely to sprint. She only needs to improve a tiny bit to be top class

Had a really good winter and comes here race fit. Newcastle did not play to his strengths last time out as it favours horses ridden patiently and they went very hard in front. This track will suit him much better and any rain would be a plus.

Fair run on debut in a NH Flat race but that came back in October 20 - has had a few issues since and a wind op too last October. Nice to get him going again for the patient owners - looking forward to a nice run but not a race to get involved in with the Henderson and O'Brien runners the likely winners.

Champanshype is a prolific winner, having won 8 of his 22 starts under rules.  Having won six handicap hurdles, he won on chasing debut in impressive fashion last summer.  However, he rather scared himself over fences, and although placed on his next two starts, he didn't look a natural chaser.  Back over hurdles he was a good 2nd off a mark of 137 at the end of last season.  He always needs his first run of the summer, and he did again this year at Cheltenham last month.  He is now in great order, and down in class, with blinkers on, I think he has a good chance of running into a place here.

The horses are running well and should have a leading chance. Ran a close second at Warwick last time out and this looks a shade easier. Drop in trip is fine and should go well and hoping after 20 runs he can break his duck here. Goes without saying the Nicholls horse is feared most.

Looks one of our better chances on the day - only beaten just under 3 lengths last time at Windsor and that came off a 198-day break. Will be better today for that run and the switch back to the AW is fine. Hopeful of a decent run with the Tregoning horse the danger.

Ran well in two maidens this spring but nothing really went right (no cover at Newbury). He should appreciate this step up in trip and has to go close off this mark today.

Versatile sort that runs over hurdles too but is back on the AW here. Bit in-and-out in recent runs but is a CD winner here so hoping the return to this track and trip will help. Tom Queally rides and would have an e/w chance today.

Only career win came back in Aug 2020 - 6lbs lower for that here so a chance if finding that level again and Rhys takes off 3lbs too. But has been below par in recent runs and so best watched until we see a return on the track.

Made a lovely debut at Yarmouth last year in a race that has worked out well. This trip should suit and she is a strong traveller so I hope she will like the track. She should go well today.

Second runner in the race for us comes here with a decent chance. The favourite is respected but this 6 year-old will be better for a run at Kempton the last day but dropped 2lbs and now into a 0-60 race which makes life easier. Drawn wide is the only negative but is well and with a bit of luck in-running can can decent e/w claims here. 

Needed the run slightly the last day at Kempton but still ran well to be 5th of 12 - had a few niggly probs since so again might just improve a bit for this again. Dropped a pound for that but we've got the useful Harry Davies riding to take off 7lbs this time. Nice draw in 4 too and the cheekpieces will help. Should go well and not be far away, but will prob want further and the ground too firm on the grass so need to get a run into the horse.

CD winner here and better for a return run last month after a break. Down a pound for that and Aidan booked to take off another 7lbs helps. Heather Main horse might be hard to beat but we'd have e/w claims with a better run than last time expected.

Ran a fair race here last month (5th) and has been dropped a few pounds for that. Actually won this race 12 months ago too and is rated 8lbs lower this time. Likes the track and draw 6 is fine. Hopeful of a nice run and looks a good e/w option.

Gets cheekpieces and an extra furlong - has come forward at home and should take a step forward but the form of the Queen's horse looks strong.

Is a nicely bred filly who has taken her time to come to hand but is very much ready for a run now. She will stay further than this in time but conditions are perfect for her to make her debut. I doubt she will be beating the fav today but I would be disappointed if she doesn’t run with plenty of promise.

Nice winner here last time in a maiden hurdle - into a handicap here but has come out of that race well and had a small 1 month break to freshen up. Will love the good ground so should have another big chance here and looks one of our better chances of a winner today.

2-time winner on the AW (6 runs) and will be winning races again so, but is back from a 3 month break today so might just need the run. Small chance of getting in the money still though as well at home, but will also improve for this.

3 second in his last 4 runs so been knocking at the door. Dropped in grade here into a Class 5 so every chance but as a result does have 12-2 to carry. Feel the longer trip is within range too and the Southwell track will be fine. Jonjo and Bowen horses to fear but every chance.

Consistent performer in and around this level and despite not winning here at Wolves has run well here many times. Seems a better horse on the AW tracks too and fair draw in 7 here. Given a chance with a 2lb drop in the ratings and Jack takes off another 3lbs too. Place chance.

Did well in March - winning twice. Back on the grass here today but only a pound higher than last win and Jo Mason rides to take off 3lbs. Course winner here too and a nice draw in 3. Very well at home and no shock to see a better run than last time and would have e/w claims.

First run for us last time at Beverley and ran a fair race to be 5th of 12. Similar race here but we feel the step up to 1m4f (from 1m2f) will help him. We'll learn more here but hopeful of an improved run.

Good draw in 1 and down another pound here after last run. Got a bit hampered the last day at Windsor at the start and was slowly away so had excuses - we feel the drop back to 5f will help and Jon takes off 5lbs. CD winner too here so that helps and so even though the Ollie Pears runner is respected, we'd have a small e/w chance.

Best watched at the moment after several below par runs and is still looking for her first career win.

Fifth the last day at Wolverhampton - back on the grass here today and 0-from-10 on green stuff so a bit to prove. Returns on a lower mark though and turf and a good draw in 1.

Times Are Blue is a bonny little horse who is more a stayer than a speed merchant and I think he will like this ground. He looks okay at home without showing anything special and it's probably a case of look and learn with him today.

Consistent runner this year and been a busy boy with 11 runs. Has won 3 times this year too and improved 14lbs in the ratings since Jan. Jon's 5lb claim helps and back into a Class 3 will also help after running in slightly better races. Another bold show on the cards in a competitive race.

Fit from the flat after running at Goodwood the last day at the end of April. Back over hurdles here and still looking for his first win from 6 runs over the sticks. Trip and ground will be fine and small e/w chance in a race that lacks depth - but the Pipe in-form horse looks the one to be on.

Lasting Legacy ran really well in a listed race last time out on ground that would have been far too quick. She is back in the right grade now and will love conditions. She can go well today.

First run for us last time at Ponty but finished down the field and needed the run. Will be better for that this time and is 3lbs lower, Jonathan rides again but overal would like to see more on the track before being more confident.

Running okay at the moment but has only one win to her name and that came over hurdles. Is 0-from-15 over fences so a bit to answer on that front too but is down another 2lbs from that last run which helps. Place chance, but the Williams horse the one to beat really.

Did well on first run for us back in Fontwell but failed to build on that last time at Kempton. Sweated up a bit that day too so had an excuse, but overall needs to find some improvement.

Nice winner at Stratford back in October and has had a nice break since. Up 5lbs on that win here but has been freshened up well and been waiting for the better ground. Should not be far away. Each-way.

Course winner but was pulled up the last day at Fakenham after a few mistakes and wasn't travelling. Seems none the worse at home though and back out quickly here at a track he's won at in the past. Hopeful the longer trip will help and won't mind the ground but a small bit to prove at the moment.

Be a nice race to win named in honour of one of our former horses - Knocknanuss. Former flat horse that is rated around 70 on the level, but yet to win from 12 runs. Schooled well for this tnad hurdling has been the plan for a while. Jamie rides and if his jumping holds up no surprise to see a fair e/w run here.

CD winner that won this race last year and is back for more on just a pound higher mark. Has had a good break over the winter and in very good shape. Looks a winnable race - as he proved last year - so hoping for a decent run.

Dual all weather Winter this season but highly excitable and races freely. Makes his turf debut and hard to predict though has plenty of ability.

Did well last year - winning twice at Chelmsford and Brighton. Went up the ratings as a result but has had a nice break over the winter and is ready to run again. Open race here and trying to help him with Anna claiming 7lbs. Probably improve for the run though today, but we feel will be winning races as the season moves on.

Won well at Ffos Las the last day - first win over hurdles for the horse. Travelled well that day and did it nicely. Drop back in trip will be fine here and Charlie helps to take off 3lbs this time too. Bit to find with the Skelton runner, but we feel we’ll give that one a race and should not be far away.

Second runner in the race for us. Fair flat performer that made a pleasing start to his hurdles career last time at Southwell. Gets in here with just 10-7 and not with out a squeak if improving for that first run.

All his best form is on the all weather and depends how quick the ground is as to his participation. If he lines up and handles the track he is likely to be thereabouts.

Ran well on most of his recent all weather starts but won't want the ground too fast and will probably only run if it rains. Seems in good form still.

Looks to be finding his form ast a much lower level these days but unproven on turf. Seems to be in good shape.

Second runner in the race for us and our better chance. Won at Epsom last July well and is also a course winner here at Lingfield. William Buick an obvious plus in the saddle and doesn’t look a great race. Would have an each-way squeak.

Fair bit to prove at the moment after some average runs - had a break and well for it and trying the hood today but best watched for now.

Ran 3 solid races over an inadequate trip this winter and has since had a holiday. The step up in trip will suit, as will a switch to the grass, but I do think she will come on for the run

A tall, rangy individual who will continue to improve with time. Has definite ability, just needs to settle and if he does, capable of reaching the frame here. Probably was weak when he ran in his bumper as a four year old as well over 17hh and gives the impression that he has a lot of filling out to do still. Was impressive in his last point.

Chiefofchiefs absolutely loves Ascot and I am convinced he never got his optimum conditions last year despite running consistently. Today he has his optimum conditions (quick ground and 7 furlongs). His prep run was perfect and he can go well today.

A course and distance winner of a very similar race last summer (2 of todays rivals in behind). Most of ours have come forward for a run but she’s done plenty of work so fingers crossed she goes well again.

Another of ours with a fair e/w chance today. She’s back from a break (185 days) but goes well fresh and seems well at home. Trip and ground will suit and Tony Hamilton booked to ride. Each-way.

Nice run back the last day at Ponty - has come out of that well and only a pound higher. We are offsetting 7lbs though with the jockey’s claim so that gives him a better chance. Step up in trip is fine and will like the ground. Solid e/w chance

Should step forward for last weeks run and this looks a slightly easier affair.

Nice horse that came to us from Roger Charlton’s in the winter. Has not fired as yet for us from 2 runs but those came on the AW. Back on the grass here and both career wins have been on the turf. Only 4lbs higher than last win and that was an easy 3 ½ win, so that gives us hope. Very tough race, but certainly hopeful of a better showing that recent runs. Small e/w.

Made a lovely debut over course and distance 3 weeks ago. This looks harder but she will have learnt plenty and she should be thereabouts

Won comfortably on debut for the yard, a repeat should see him go very well here. Does meet another impressive last time out winner in Swiss Ace.

Won well at Southwell two runs ago and a fair third at the same track last time. Down 3lbs on the turf here and will love the trip, but likely to need to find a bit more with the favourite going to be hard to beat. Small e/w

Ran really well at Musselburgh when fluffing the start and giving himself absolutely no chance. This track is Taylor made for him. He too can go well.

Big field and very competitive, will need a bit of luck. She’s a game filly and should take a step forward from her recent seasonal appearance.

Made a lovely return at Windsor on ground that will have been plenty quick enough. She is well drawn and will love conditions. She can go close today.

Jersey Wonder ran far below what we had come to expect of him at Southwell in January and afterwards we found he had an irregular heartbeat. We have given him a complete rest and today we will monitor him beforehand to ensure everything is fine. His work and schooling have been tremendous and I have to be hopeful of a big run today

Seasett won nicely at Nottingham and looks a good buy. He will love the ground and has plenty of speed - however, the draw has not been kind so he will need a little bit of luck in-running based on that.

Only beaten 1 1/2 lengths the last day at Wolves and down a pound for that. Saffie also takes over in the saddle to claim 3lbs so small e/w chance, but draw 10 makes life harder.

Was drawn in the car park last time at Kempton and is drawn widest of all today too. Luckily there is just 6 runners so that’s not as significant but it could have been kinder. She beat the fav last year and is handicapped to go well.

Was very frustrating last year and should have won a couple of times. She has loads of talent but an equal amount of temperament! If she wants to she will win this with her eyes closed but that’s a big if!

Not the most consistent of profiles but capable on her day in and around this grade. Course winner here too helps and a top jockey in Becky Smith will help for this amateur riders' race. Needs to leave last 3 runs behind but no shock if he outran his odds.

Needed the run the last day at Lingfield so will be better for that - we also feel the drop back in trip will help (6f) as just got a bit tired over 7f last time and should be able to get away will from draw 1. Visor is also on today to help her focus and jockey can claim 5lbs in this amateur riders' race. Small e/w but not really a race to get too involved in.

Nazwa has been frustrating. He's usually placed but you always feel he has a little more to give. He had a wind-op before his last run and they often take an outing to appreciate the benefit. We're adding cheek-pieces and hoping the longer trip will suit. He goes there with an each-way squeak if everything works.

Third the last twice - including here at Huntingdon last time out. Down 2lbs for that here helps and is a course winner here. Jamie takes over in the saddle and with a bit more improvement from last time would have place chances here.

Runs well at Chester and will love the soft ground. The one big question mark is whether he will stay this trip but every time he has run there he has looked like he wants further so there is some hope he will.

Didn’t do much wrong in her two bumpers, second at Taunton be fore not being suited by a slow pace and being short of run twice when making her run. Has schooled very well home, track trip and ground should all be fine. Has each way chances.

Step up to 3m really helped her last season including when winning at Worcester. Had excuses in runs after that, trip and ground should be ideal but track will perhaps be on the sharp side for her. Has plenty of weight but Luca Morgan takes important 3lb off

Ran very well at Newmarket on his first start of the season and has trained well since - good draw here today which is vital around here. Just would not want the ground too soft.

Got off the mark finally for us last time at Plumpton in good fashion. Had been running well before that but just finding a few too good. Into a handicap for the first time here and on a fair mark. Has run well here in the past too so the track is fine and loves the better ground. Should have a big chance of going in again. Jamie rides.

Thebus Road will be much happier on the better ground. I've been very happy with him at home and I think he goes there with a live chance as long as there's not something hidden.

Been mixing it up over the sticks and on the flat - back on the level here on the AW and only 2lbs higher than when last winning at Lingfield back in November. Blinkers on today to sharpen him up and plenty of experience in the saddle with Tom Queally riding. Each-way chance.

Nice filly that makes her debut here today. Goes well enough at home and this looks a good place to start her off. Trip and ground are fine and should not be far away. Nice to get going with her.

Has run well round here but had a break and will be better for the run. In the twilight of his career but retains plenty of ability and Epsom is coming up so this should put him right.

Arbennig is by the four-time Ascot Gold Cup winner, Yeats and out of a winning sister to the Grade 1 winning Rubi Light, who won the John Durkan Memorial Punchestown Chase, and was rated 168!  He was 3rd on his racecourse debut in a bumper at Hereford, in a race which is working out quite well. He hasn't quite clicked in three novice hurdles over 2m, but he's had a wind operation through the winter, and he promises to make into a handicap chaser.  He was a really promising 2nd last time out at Stratford and should step forward again here.

Makes her seasonal debut here after a Winter break, she has done very well and has grown & much stronger this year but that said she will probably need the run but is well worth following this year as she is probably well handicapped.

Is probably better on soft turf but there isn’t much about so went for this at a level he ought to be competitive at.

Came to us from Ireland and the Joseph O'Brien yard - has had 4 runs over there and shown average form. Not been out since Sept too so can be epected to need this run and we'll also learn plenty.

Four runs to date and took a step forward the last day here when 6th and only beaten 2 1/2 lengths. 2lbs lower this time and Aidan's 7lb claim helps too. Drop back to 7f is okay too but drawn 13 is the negative. Small chance of hitting the frame but The Mad Monk looks progressive and the likely winner.

Another course winner in the field for us so the track is no issues. Better ground will suit too and comes here after a fair third at the track last month. Jamie rides and a repeat of that last run would see him have a chance again in what looks an open affair.

One of two in the race and both have similar e/w chances. CD winner here that needed the run at the end of March. But loves the better ground and back on a pound lower and Niall takes off 3lbs. Would have a squeak.

Is a very professional filly who will be better suited by six furlongs and probably seven in time but is ready to start her career and five is as far as you can go at the moment!

Had a small break after a busy spell and ran flat the last day at Uttoxeter. Seems well at home and down a pound here helps. If improving for the better ground then would have an e/w chance in an average-looking contest.

Had a small break after his last run at Lingfield on the flat and is back over hurdles here today. Course winner so one of the reasons we are bringing him back here and is back on a 3lbs lower mark. Niall also rides to take off 3lbs and will be fine on the ground. E/w chance but the Tizzard horse might be hard to beat.

College Oak is out of a winning sister to the three-time Cheltenham Gold Cup winner, Best Mate, and the Grade 1 winning hurdler Cornish Rebel, as well as the multiple winner Inca Trail.  College Oak won a bumper and a novice hurdle before winning a competitive handicap at Ascot.  However, he didn't appreciate going chasing in the autumn, so we gave him the winter off, and ran well back over hurdles to be 3rd last time out at Ffos Las.  He should be able to win again this spring, and off this kind of handicap mark he could be dangerous if building on his confidence boosting last run.

Benedict was very disappointing last time out and we aren’t sure why. He will be ridden patiently and hope the hood switches him off better than last time.

Is shooting for the stars today and needs a miracle to feature. Step up in trip and cut in the ground will suit though

Nice horse that has done nothing wrong in winning both starts so far at Kempton. Switch to the grass is fine and Luke rides again. Nice draw in 4 as has plenty of speed and even though this is another step up in grade can go close.

Bit disappointed with his run at Warwick last time as a beaten favourite. 3lbs lower for that run and Brian Hughes takes over in the saddle. The longer trip here and the blinkers on for the first time will help and doesn't look a great race. Still to win a race is the small negative but is more than capable of taking a contest like this.

Socialiser is out of an unraced half-sister to Simonsig, Drumcliff and Dusart.  He has improved with each of his pointing starts and won last time out at Charm Park.  Winners have come out from behind him that day, and he arrived with us soon afterwards.  He goes well enough at home to suggest he can progress under rules and this looks a great starting point for him.  He'd probably only have to run to a mark of 115 to be winning this, and that should be within his compass.  It'll be interesting to see him on his racecourse debut.

4-time hurdles winner but over fences for the first time here - has schooled well so far and this has been the plan for him for this year. Trip is okay and will like the quicker ground. If jumping holds out will have a chance of hitting the frame.

Has come on for the run last time at Chepstow and dropped 3lbs helps. Only sixth career run here so still leaning and low weight of 10-3 a big help. No shock to see him run a fair e/w race here.

Still to win a race but gone close many times before, including when third last time at Ffos Las. Cheekpieces on today will help and versatile with the trip so the step up here is okay. On We Go looks the one to beat but can go well again and hoping today is the day he can break his duck.

Lost a shoe in his race the last day so actually did well to finish second. Course winner here too and dropped into a Selling Handicap here will give him a leading chance, but as a result is the top-rated in the field and does have a lot of weight to carry (12st), which is the negative. Each-way.

Should not be far away here if building on her last run at the track over this trip. Mollie rides again to claim 3lbs and dropped a pound in the ratings too. Hopeful of a solid e/w run.

Slowly away the last day so can ignore that run - we are trying him up in trip here to 1m4f as we feel it will suit. Down a few pounds from last time helps too and back on the AW will be fine (6 time winner). Small e/w

Non stayer last time and this seems more like her trip. She is in good form but will come on for this though can't be totally discounted in a weak event.

Ran as if she had never been to the races on her seasonal debut and showed very little concentration. We’ve gone for the cheek pieces to remedy that. The longer trip should get her in amongst horses, the distance isn’t a given for her on pedigree but we need to get her in amongst horses to get her racing properly and learn more.

Had a break since last running in Nov, but is a horse that goes well fresh. Chase debut here today too - has jumped well at home and in what looks a tight little race if her jumping holds up can go well.

Generally showing enough to keep going with the lovely old boy. A mistake over the brush hurdles late on seemed to knock him out if kilter last time at Southwell.
Seems to be in great form again now,  so taking his chance in an open looking contest. Worth small ew at big price.

Via Serendipity won over course and distance last year and this has been the plan for a while. He had a nice pipe opener at Newmarket and should have improved for that run. Hopefully he can go close today

Had a break since last running in Nov, but is a horse that goes well fresh. Chase debut here today too - has jumped well at home and in what looks a tight little race if her jumping holds up can go well.

Won last time here so the track is fine. Similar race here and we get in with a low weight (10-3) which helps. Seems to be improving for the better ground, which he’ll get again here and getting a shed load of weight from the others has to be respected.

Yet to win a race so that’s the worry here (19 runs). But has run well in defeat many times in the past.  Back over hurdles here today too after a spell over fences so try and mix it up with him a bit, but heads here off the back of a fair run at Ffos Las the last day (3^rd) and likes the good ground. Hoping he can win a race soon and this doesn’t look a great race with Karlie and Sporting Ace the ones to fear.

back with us after a spell pointing. Won well last time a few weeks ago so comes here full of confidence. Doesn’t look a great race, will love the ground and feel we come here with a leading chance.

Amberdaay ran on well on her debut run after running very green early on in the race, she has learnt plenty for the experience, the ground will be fine and if the favourite doesn’t go on the quick ground she should run a big race.

Won well at Ascot last time out - liking the better ground that day. Slight drop back in trip here is fine. Niall rides again here to claim 3lbs, but is also over fences for the first time here, which has always been the plan. Schooled well, but on these terms we do have around 14lbs to find with the Nicholls horse! Looking forward to getting him going over fences though and will be winning races.

Has been a tad disappointing since coming to us - got nabbed on the line the last day at Fontwell when looking the winner. Had a small break since and over hurdles for the first time here will help. Loves the good ground and schooled well. Will need to settle better though and this looks a fair race with the Alan King runner respected. But looking forward to a fair run and can learn plenty here - better rce here though so just a small e/w chance.

Won well at Chelmsford last time out over 6f. Has come out of that race well and we feel the switch to the grass and the step up to 7f is fine. Hayley rides again and despite more needed upped in grade another solid run on the cards.

Came to us from the Paul Cole yard recently so first run here for us today. We'll leaen more and this is an amateur riders' race so probably not one to to much get involved in anyway. The horse is well though and came to us in good order. But hasn't been out since Oct so might just need this outing too.

Is a half-brother to two winners, out of a half-sister to the smart chaser The Nightingale.  Last season never really happened for him but he came back in serious form this season to win on seasonal debut back over hurdles, and was 4th in a Grade 3 at Haydock.  He got stuck in the mud at Cheltenham in January, and again in the Pertemps Final at the Festival.  Back in calmer waters here, he looks to have every chance of getting his head in front over fences for the first time.

Is a nice filly with a bright future. This looks a lovely starting point and conditions should be perfect. I am just hoping for a promising debut

Loves it here at Doncaster - won here 3 times last year. Up in grade though here so would need a career best off this mark, but returned yesterday with a good run and not beaten far. We'll see how he is through the day but has taken his racing well in the past. Big ask but at a track he likes no shock to see him outrun his odds.

Won well last time at Huntingdon - by 5 lengths. Up 6lbs for that win but has come out of the race well and the longer trip will be fine. Should go well again.

Ran well over and inadequate trip at Lingfield recently and this test should suit him far better today. He will love the ground and the cheekpieces should help too. He can go well

Some Day Soon was running well off a mark of 139 over hurdles at the start of the summer, but wasn't able to win.  So we sent him novice chasing, and he bolted up on his chasing debut, but hasn't progressed really.  Back over hurdles off a mark of 137 he was a fine 3rd at Aintree in the autumn.  He'll be winning again over the summer, and he can go well here, but is sure to improve.

Useful sprinter on his day but has lost his way a bit in recent runs - so needs to bounce back. On a plus, is 2lbs lower and Jon takes off 5lbs but best watched until we see a return to form.

Won on debut for us back in Feb - but has failed to build on that. Down another 2lbs here helps but hard to get excited on current form until we see more. But Jack's 3lb claim helps and is creeping back down the ratings.

First run for us after coming from the Hugo Palmer yard. Has settled in well and comes to us with some fair form to his name. Looks a nice place to start him off and Jon takes off 5lbs to help too. We'll find out more here and might just improve for the run as not been out since Sept, but small e/w chance and will be winning races for us over the summer.

In great form and ran well again last time at Epsom - down 3lbs for that run here and also down in grade. Track and trip are fine too and the step up to 6f is okay too. Nice draw in 2 and hopeful of having a very good chance. Each-way.

Second runner in the race for us and has a live e/w chance. Been running well of late and wasn't beaten far the last day at Southwell. Same mark here helps and with trip, track and ground all fine then decent e/w chance.

Fit from the jumps so that helps but first run on the turf for us as previously with Hugo Palmer. Had some fair form on the grass without winning so we'll find out where we are a bit more today, but will stay this trip well and the conditions are fine. Small e/w.

First run for us here after coming from the Kirk yard. Has won 3 times on the AW so today's track will suit - all wins over shorter though so the trip a bit of an experiment. First run back though since Aug so will improve for this but a nice recruit for the yard and one to note.

Back from a break so might just improve for this - did well last season with several wins at Doncaster. Into a higher grade here too so would need to find a bit, but nice to get back going with  him and will be winning races this season again.

Lot more needed on what we've seen so far and not the best draw in 11. Best watched for now but hoping the step up in trip for the first time will help.

Good draw in 1 but running from 5lbs out of the handicap here so needs to find something.

Been in great consistent form this year - had 10 runs already! Been in the tp four the last 9 times too and has coped with the return to the grass well. Up another pound here so more needed from his recent third but Jack booked to take 3lbs off helps. Tough race but the track will suit and will have another e/w chance.

Good draw in 2 helps and has come out of yesterday's race well - we'll see how he is through the day but the return to Wolves a plus and Saffie helps by taking off 3lbs. Each-way.

First run for us after coming from the George Boughey yard. Has won twice on the AW but is yet to race over this 7f trip (all shorter). We'll find out more here and first run for over 300 days so expected to improve, but a nice horse that will be winning races for us.

Stumbled at the start last time and suffered with traffic problems as a result. Drop back to the extended mile may help and we come here with an e/w chance with a better start.

Been running well without winning of late but probably just need to find a bit more. Hoping the cheekpieces that are on for the first time here will help and the ease in grade. Each-way

Had a great year last year winning 3 times. This is a lovely starting point and his work has been good at home. He should make a nice seasonal reappearance this evening

Two fair runs since coming to us from the Ralph Beckett yard - highly tried in a Listed race the last day too. Draw 11 not ideal here though so will need some luck from there. Hoping for a solid run and build from that.

Consistent at this level and a nice draw in 4 helps. Only beaten 2 lengths the last day at Southwell but dropped in grade here into a Class 6 helps. Does, however, have a lot of weight as a result which makes life hard, but another solid e/w run on the cards.

Done well this year already - winning three times. Taking his racing well and a CD winner here at the track too. In great shape at home and despite this being a harder race has a nice draw in 2 and a low weight (8-5), so no shock to see him go close if he jumps out well.

Slightly unlucky last time in stronger company and drop back in trip no real help but arrives here in good shape. Has top class historical form but recent efforts have been solid and likely to be involved if he gets a good run round.

Is a new recruit bought at the end of last year. I’m hoping the drop in trip will get him back on track and the addition of headgear should help sharpen him up. His work has been good at home but he needs to do it on the track.

Regressed since English debut for us but has run well round here and lack of turf options with decent ground force him back on the all weather. Seems in good form and though 7f would suit him better he may well out run his odds at this level.

All victories gained here and dangerous to overlook. Has got better with age and he knows his way round here as well as any so likely to be involved if things go well for him.

Nice horse, but first run on the track and so likely to learn a lot here - the Godolphin horse the probable winner with some experience but looking forward to getting going with our 3 year-old.

Fair bit to prove at the moment - yet to win a race from 16 runs. Back on the grass here and on a career-low mark helps - the horse is well, but hard to fancy really until we see more on the track.

Has a great record over a stiff five furlongs so should relish the track - still a bit to come in his coat but has been working solidly ahead of his seasonal reappearance.

Arpina has been consistent since handicapping, the drop back to 6f will suit as she hasn’t been seeing out the 7f, right grade and track so she should be our best chance of a winner on the day.

Fit and well but tough draw here in 10 to overcome. A pound lower after last run helps though and career-low rating as still hunting first career win from 8 races. Small e/w if getting the breaks from the draw.

Nice horse that came to us from the Roger Charlton yard - winning in Aug 20. First run for us but has settled in well. Looks like she didn't stay the 1m2f last time so starting her off over 1m here and Jon takes off 5lbs. We'll learn more here, small e/w

Handicap debut here today so expecting to see some improvement after just three runs. Has also been gelded since his last run but no matter what can be expected to improve for this after last running in Aug. Will be a horse to note in and around this grade though.

Engrave has been a star at Chelmsford but she will win elsewhere, Wolverhampton will suit and trip should be fine but the favourite will probably be hard to beat but she will give her a race.

The Mouse King is having his third run here for a handicap mark, his second run on seasons debut was promising, he will be worth following once handicapped.

Yet to win in the grass so that's the worry (0-from-9). Low mark though and Molly takes off 7lbs too, but the draw (11) hasn't been kind either so despite being well only a small e/w chance really as likely to need luck in-running.

Never far away in her races - returns from a 6 month break here but is a horse that's gone well fresh in the past. Low draw a plus and Robert Havlin knows the horse well. Each-way chance with her last three runs here reading 2-2-2!

Makes her seasonal debut at her favourite track, she does however usually need her first run. Rose Dawes claiming 7lb is back on her after winning at Leicester last year, ground will suit, just hope for a good run to build on for the year ahead.

Is now down to his lowest mark. Hollie Doyle suggested last run that we drop him back to 7f which is the trip here. Sean Kirrane gets on well with him so hopeful of a good run before he probably retires to a good home.

Lasting Legacy made a lovely stable debut when winning at Chelmsford 3 weeks ago. In theory she has no right to be in this race today but I have been pleased with her home work and with only 4 in opposition, she has a decent chance of picking up some black type against horses that are all making their seasonal reappearances.

A talented horse who lost his way for previous connections - excited to see how he gets on and sure we will learn more too.

Usually runs his race when conditions suit, there should be plenty of pace here which will suit and he has run well at the track previously, he is probably on a winning mark again and is in the right grade. We hope he has an e/w chance at a good price.

Better for a recent run at Kempton (4th of 9) - that came off a lay-off so has improved for the outing. Jo rides again to claim 3lbs and has won on her in the past - gets on well with her. Loves the quick ground and first run here at the track we feel will suit. Solid each-way chance.

Down the field the last day at Lingfield but was slowly away that day and also needed the run after 253 days off. The longer trip here is a plus and acts well on the track having won here last season. Rhys rides him well and takes off 3lbs too. Expected to go well.

Fair opening run at Newcastle back in February - we feel the drop back to 7f will help but work in progress horse that will be better in time and with a handicap mark.

Back 10 days again at Lingfield but down the field that day. Back on the grass helps though as all 3 wins have been on the turf. Career low mark and draw 2 helps but overall a bit to prove at the moment.

Dissappointed last time in an all weather handicap but had looked to be going the right way. That run can probably be ignored and could go well here at a big price if she is experienced enough to cope with this track.

Needs to show more, this will qualify him for a handicap though.

Back from a break after last running back in October. Has had a nice winter  and is a course winner here at Windsor so the track is fine. 5lbs higher than when winning here last May but Aidan takes off 7lbs so that brings him make to around his last winning rating. Small each-way but regardless will improve for the run.

Ran well on first run back from winter break last month. He should come on for that and should be thereabouts.

Won well last time here but is up two grades this time and also up 5lbs. Trip and track are fine so will run his race again but just needs to proven himself at this better level. Hoping that the fact he comes here in winning form will help.

Fifth run for us after coming over from Ireland - yet to sparkle so a lot more to prove here today. But hopeful the drop to 6f and the switch to the grass will help.

Going the right way and won on handicap debut last month. Ran well on turf in the Autumn and looks to have good chance in this.

Only second run for us after coming from the Declan Carroll yard - nice debut run though with a close second here 9 days go. Has come out of that race well and is 1 pound lower and has Harry Davies booked to ride to take off 7lbs. Solid each-way chance with draw 1 a plus.

Okay run last time here over a mile. Dropping back to 7f here is fine and Harry Davies booked to ride to take off 7lbs. Likes the course and should go well again here today with the jockey's claim hopefully making the difference. The negative though is the wide draw again in 8 so might need a bit of luck from there.

Back from a break - last ran back in Sept - so might just need this. 4lbs lower than last rating helps and a fair draw in 6, but is still looking for her first career win and will probably need this after the lay-off.

Course winner here in the past but is back from 6 months off and also ended last season with some average runs. Returns on a 4lbs lower mark and Jonathan takes off 5lbs more. Can't rule out back in a Class 6 and off this dropping mark but only small e/w chance.

Mrs Meader ran well on her seasonal debut last time over a trip too short. Back over 1m3f will suit as will the galloping track, she doesn’t have a great record on the All Weather but the ground on the turf is too quick for her at present but new surface on slow side should suit. We hope she will be thereabouts before returning to the turf when the rain arrives!

Bit to answer at the moment after just four runs - will be more to come though with some more runs.

Fit and well from a spell on the AW - winning three times this year already. 3 time winner on the grass too and will love the ground today. Great draw in 2 as well so hopeful of having a very good chance here.

Won two runs ago at Newcastle on the AW and was a fair third last time out at Southwell off 6lbs higher. Same mark here as last time and Saffie rides again to claim 3lbs. Good record in the grass and doesn’t look a great race so expected to not be far away.

Solid pipe opener last time out and on a fair mark here today. Rain would help but should be thereabouts with a clear run.

Only third run for us today - has run two fair races on the AW but we feel the switch to turf will help and rated 4lbs lower on the grass. Good draw in 1 and Charles Bishop a plus in the saddle. Place chance.

First run back since Sept so expected to improve for this and only second career run too. One for the future with more experience.

Is a filly I have always loved and her work this spring has been excellent again. The track and the ground are perfect - however, I have one major concern which is the trip. Everyone tells me she will stay (her rider and Jamie Spencer) but I am yet to be convinced - we will find out today.

Not beaten far into 5^th the last day here - just 1 ½ back. Down a pound for that and Jon takes over to claim 5lbs. Nice draw in 3 helps and eased in grade will give him a chance - Each-way claims.

Step up in trip here should suit - still early days for him but has been doing well at home.

Bit to answer at the moment but a bit better the last day at Wolves when a close second. Low weight helps and only had 2 runs on the grass so should have more to offer, but need to see more on the track first really.

First time on the track today - very much a learning process today, but hopeful of a nice introduction with Jon helping to take off 5lbs.

Improved 20lbs last season to win 3 times - has wintered well and ready to start her season. A mile is probably her best trip and whilst we wouldn't rule out exploring ten later in the season again she was a touch disappointing when trying it on her last couple of start at the back end of last season.

Back to winning ways at Ascot last time and only up 3lbs for that. Niall keeps the ride too and despite this being a rise up again in grade the horse is well and will love the quicker ground. Should go well again.

Wasn’t beaten far in the week at Wolves - just under 4 lengths - and that came from a terrible draw. Better draw here in 1 and switch back to the turf is fine. Bradley knows the horse well and claims 7lbs as normal. Like to think he’d have an e/w chance.

Back out again quickly after running at Epsom in the week. Takes his racing well so that’s fine and didn’t really have a race there anyway as was very slowly away and lost all chance. Jack rides to take off 3lbs and the horse is well. Will need a better beginning but a good draw in 1 helps and could be overpriced if getting away on terms.

Won well here on first run for us back in March, but we were slightly disappointed with his second as favourite last time at Stratford. Return to this track will help but may have liked a bit softer ground and does look a hot race. Light weight of only 10-4 helps though and the horse is well after a month off. Small e/w chance if he can get his toe in.

More needed on what we've seen to date - will be better once into a handicap but will gain more experience here.

Another open race but we are at least a proven CD winner here. 4lbs lower than last time and Alex rides this time to claim 7lbs so much better off than last time. Weighted to go okay - has won off 4lbs higher in the past and will love the good ground. Small e/w

Very open race but we come here with a squeak after a fair third at Chepstow last time. Down a pound and still only has 10-5 to carry here. The step back up to 3m is fine - small each-way, but is a horse still looking for it's first win (0-from-18). 

Much better last time here when a close second at 100/1 - has come out of that race well and had a month to get over that. Well handicapped still old form and only 2lbs higher here than last time. Alex, who rode last time, keep the ride to claim 7lbs. Decent e/w chance but the Pauling runner might be hard to beat.

Last won back in March 21 over hurdles but has been lightly-raced since with just three runs. Not been out since July as he's had a wind op during that time off too and so first run back here today. Decent flat record though with 9 runs and six top three finishes. On a fair mark too - trip and ground will be fine, but being first run back might just improve for this.

Fair debut run at Yarmouth last October - has done well over the winter and we feel the step up to 1m2f will suit. Looks an above average race though and a lot of unknowns about the others, but hopeful of a step forward here and she'll be a horse to note this season with some more runs.

Won well at Fontwell lat time - probably with a bit in hand, though was a 2m2f race. Significantly hotter contest today so we've booked Archie to claim a handu 7lbs to offset the penalty. Expecting another good run and still has a decent chance - though clearly the oppo here is tougher, with the favourite looking the one to beat.

Former Pointer that is having his rules debut here today and also first run for the yard. Hoping for a nice run but the horse and us will learn plenty here.

Ran well yesterday at Ludlow to be second - that was only his third run over fences too. Has come out of that race well but we'll obvioulsy keep an eye on him through the day, but the later race time here (4:30) helps. Course winner here too over hurdles so another decent run on the cards.

Been a busy horse on the AW over the winter. But is back on the grass here and a bit to prove being 0-from-8 on the turf so far. Fit and well though and Jonathan's claim will help - should run his race and hoping his fitness from the AW will be an advantage over the rest. Each-way chance in an open race.

Debut run for the yard so best watched today until we learn more as also still to win a race from 13 runs under rules. This looks a good place to start, but past form suggests he'll stay a bit further than this 1m2f trip too.

A horse we like and have taken our time with since winning for the first time at Ffos Las in November. Back last month with a good third at Sandown and has come on for that run. Better ground is fine and okay over this trip. The horses are well at the moment and looking forward to a decent run here. Alan Johns rides.

Still to win a race from 10 runs - better run the last day when third at Taunton a few weeks ago. Down 3lbs from that last run helps and is fine on the ground. Low weight (10-7) and so we feel we've got a leading e/w chance here if running to the same level as last time, with the Williams horse to beat.

CD winner here and returned a few weeks ago to run well at Thirsk on first run of this year. Conditions are suitable here and 2lbs lower here helps too. Hopeful of a good run with the return to 5f fine.

3-time AW winner, but yet to win in the grass. First run for the yard here today - back from a break too so is likely to improve for this, plus we'll also learn more here today too.

Busy year so far but holding his form well. Drop in trip so will need to find something to win this. Can't be ruled out though if he can be prominent from stall one. Each-way chance.

Got a horrid trip around last time and is better than he shaped. Cheekpieces on to help give him confidence in amongst horses. Looks a very open race with plenty open to improvement.

Had a fair Winter and returns to turf racing after a short break. Well handicapped but the drop back to 6f not sure to suit him though the track will. Looks set to have a good season and he should be staying on well here.

In good form this year. Up against it at the weights but with a clear run should be thereabouts.

Kept on well the last day over 3m - 3lbs lower this time and Toby Wynne booked to ride to claim a further 7lbs. We are also putting on the tongue-tie this time as we feel that will help her breathing. No shock to see a step forward - Each-way chance.

Won well at Southwell last week and has come out of that race well. Back for more here today off just a 6lb higher mark and with that last run only his second run over fences then we feel there is more to come.

Ballaquane has been improving; and will benefit from the step up in trip. He starts handicapping on a fair mark and has a food each-way chance with the horses running so well.

Yet to win for us since joining the yard back in Jan. Has run some fair races but continues to drop down the ratings and is now 6lbs lower than last win. Luke Morris a plus in the saddle and we think the step up to 7f will help as a CD winner here too. Small e/w chance but needs to bounce back.

Course winner but was well back on return run at Newcastle last month. More needed on that run despite being dropped 5lbs in the ratings.

Outrage has won over course and distance in the past, ran decent races the last twice on his favoured all weather and has dropped to a career low turf mark.

Just out of the frame the last day (4th) at Pontefract. Got a  it outpaced that day so the step up to 6f will help here. Jonathan is riding too to claim 5lbs but the wide draw (13) makes life harder here.

Didn't run too badly last time at Lingfield after a long time off (532 days). Down 3lbs for that and has come out of that race well too. Nice draw in 1 helps here and has won here at Wolves in the past. Looking well treated and even though he might need another run of two, would be no shock if he ran better than odds suggest here. Small e/w.

Rose O'Hara is a half-sister to a 2m hurdle winner Rose To Fame, out of a bumper and multiple hurdle winner Cinderella Rose, who was a sister to the 143 rated Twelve Roses.  Rose O’Hara ran well to be placed in her first two bumpers last season but has taken time to come to hand this season.  She ran well enough on her hurdling debut in what turned out to be quite a good race, and then she struggled in deep ground in the depth of the winter when her wind caught her out.  She had a wind operation prior to being 4th in her third novice hurdle.  She ran ok to be 4th last time out on her handicap debut, but was outpaced around Hereford, so should appreciate a track like Worcester.  She is making her chase debut here today, but she jumps nicely, and I think she can be competitive here. 

Has trained nicely into her seasonal reappearance and proved a tough consistent sort at 2 winning twice. Case could be made for most in what looks a tight race.

Better last time at Chelmsford when a close fourth (of 10). Bradley rides again as normal and down a pound from last time too. Course winner but the draw hasn't been kind (13) - will need a bit of luck from there. Each-way.

Travesarus ran well in maidens last year that have worked out particularly well. We think he is well handicapped and conditions today should suit. I am surprised by his price too.

Backward gelding who still needs time but likely to progress with racing. Dam was a multiple winner for us so we know the family well and he will know much more about it next time.

Is a superstar but is yet to do it on turf for me. I think that is just bad luck and am convinced he will be better suited to turf. The contours of the track should hold no fears as he has no problem with Lingfield

Winner here and still looks progressive. Yet to win at this level but has plenty going for her and has run well on all 3 starts this year. Could be plenty of pace even in this small field but is tactically versatile and no surprise to see her involved.

Has improved and improved with every run. He needs to take another big step forward but couldn’t have been more impressive last time. I think he will handle the track and they do an excellent job with the ground. He is a big price considering.

Nice sprinter on his day and having his 85th career run here today. Had a nice break over the winter and returns to a track he likes to run well at - was also a close second in this race 12 months ago. Goes well fresh and ready to run but is 9lbs higher than 12months ago. Each-way.

CD winner here at Epsom and we've a good draw today in 9. Ground (good to firm) is perfect and ran well at Newmarket last week. Confident of having a good chance here today in a competitive race. Nice Each-way price.

Unseated early on the last day at Bangor but none the worse for that. Had been running well before that with a couple of seconds Same mark as last time so we come here with a good chance. 

Sonification is a lovely Telescope gelding who is very workman like in his work at home and has been an absolute pleasure to train. He has been working well at home but like most of my bumper horses it's solely educational, if the ground goes to good to firm he will not run.

3lbs lower than last time - stayed on well that day so a similar effort should see him run well. Does look an open race though with a lot of chances so e/w chances only really.

Loves Kempton and is well drawn. This is a prep run for bigger and better things in the next couple of months but he will still run well today.

Just got a bit outpaced at a crucial stage the last day at Taunton. But stayed on well still so the longer trip here will help. Course winner here too and with just 10-2 to carry we get in here with a very low weight.

is beautifully bred and should have plenty of speed for 5 furlongs. She is a nervous little filly so won’t be knocked around on debut. She has a lovely draw.

Puffin Bay is a consistent little mare who has never run a bad race, she has had a mid-season break and went back home for a couple of months for a well deserved holiday. She has been working and schooling well at home, but she will undoubtedly come on for this run.

Didn’t handle Lingfield at all last time out so ignore that run. This track will suit her much better and she remains well handicapped.

CD winner here and wasn’t beaten far here the last day. 1 pound lower this time so that helps, but might be a tall order from the 10 draw. If getting the breaks would have e/w claims.

Very consistent chaser at the moment - bit to find with Sebastopol, who beat us two runs back at Kempton. But bounced back to win well at Ascot last month. Longer trip is fine - has won over this before on heavy ground so will have no issues today. Another big run on the cards, but a tight little race with all the runners having a squeak.

Better last time at Exeter - when 4^th of 9 and not beaten far. Similar face here but the drop in trip will suit and loves the better ground. Jamie rides - each-way chance.

Ran well in a similar Vets race at Ascot last time out - gets in here off the same mark, will love the ground and a repeat of that last effort would be good enough to see him go close here.

Bucko's Boy is out of a mare we used to train who won a couple of bumpers and over hurdles, this son of Midnight Legend won a bumper last season at Hexham.  After a couple of frustrating falls over hurdles, he won a maiden hurdle in May, and has since been placed in a couple of handicaps.  However, things haven't fallen his way on softer ground through the winter, and the handicapper has given him a chance now.  He is fresh and well, and would have a decent chance here in a first time tongue tie.

Third last time out at Fontwell - took a bit of a hold that day so the drop back to 2m will certainly help him. Doesn’t look a race with much depth with probably just the Lavelle horse to beat. Niall rides to claim 3lbs which is a further plus.

Hard to get too excited at the moment based on recent runs - will be better once handicapped.

Only fourth run for us after coming over from Ireland - 3lbs lower here but hasn’t sparkled yet and so best watched for now until she shows more on the track.

Tight little race but should have every chance at a track he’s won at before and likes. Blinkers are on for the first time to help and even though he disappointed us at Plumpton last time as a beaten odds-on fav, gets in here with 10lbs less to carry. 2 or 3 others with similar chances, but is well and will not be far away.

Midnight Centurion is out of a half-sister to the very useful bumper/hurdle/chase winner Centasia; and from the family of De Soto who was 2nd in the Champion bumper, and 4th in the Supreme Novices.  Midnight Centurion was 2nd in both his bumper starts last season, and filled the runners up spot on his hurdling debut.  He didn't progress through the winter on a softer surface but back from a break, he won well last time out in a maiden at Ludlow.  He's off a very workable mark now in handicap company, and it'll be disappointing if he can't go forwards from here.

Second the last day at Fontwell but has improved for that run and is 5lbs better off here as down 2lbs and Niall rides to claim 3lbs. Trip and ground ideal and expected to go close.

Yet to win over fences and just the one win over hurdles but often never too far away in his races and last time at Chepstow ran well over a longer trip. The drop back in distance will suit and will love the good ground.

After winning a bumper, Beholden deservedly got his head in front over hurdles last summer after a string of placed efforts, and after disappointing dropped back to 2m in a handicap, he won a novice under a penalty last time out.  Back from a break here, and in handicap company again, he's got to step forward again on his seasonal return.  He will be winning again this summer, but this looks a competitive race.

Back to Huntingdon is a plus - CD winner here, but does need to come back from a poor run at Stratford last time out. Same mark today but Niall rides to claim 3lbs so that helps. 11 top 3 finishes from 24 runs over hurdles so e/w claims today.

Fair runs of late without winning - no let-up from the handicapper here though but we have booked Levi Williams to take off 3lbs. Good draw in 3 helps and should run his race again. Each-way. Our better chance of our two in the race

Bit to prove at the moment after two poor runs - the last coming at Doncaster. Good draw in 4 helps and is 4lbs lower so can go better here, but does need to improve.

CD winner here on debut - did it well that day. Nice filly that is expected to have a decent future. Has to give weight away here to the others but has come out of that race well and we feel she’s the one to beat again.

Pulled up the last day at Cheltenham but was a hot race. Had a nice break since and back into an easier race here after winning around this level in early January. Track and ground will suit and we feel this longer trip will suit. Should have every chance.

Runs his race most times but is still to win from 7 runs. 2lbs lower here and the drop in grade will help too. Should not be far away, but only e/w chance.

CD winner here. Has been running well of late with two seconds. Off the same mark here but Niall rides this time to claim 3lbs so that helps. Open affair but stays further than this 2m4f trip so we’ll be hoping to try and make use of that. If he doesn’t get outpaced in the first half of the race, then will be finishing off well. Each-way chance.

Strength and Honour made a really encouraging debut at Leicester a few weeks ago and should improve plenty for that. This looks like a tight little race but I would like to think he will be going close today

Rewarded our confidence last time with an easy 18 length win at Fontwell. Up 10lbs for that so more needed, but did it well and has progressed at home since too. Should go well as long as this hasn’t come too soon (9 days) and hopeful he can follow-up.

CD winner here that did well last season to win twice. Last run back in May was disappointing but has had a nice break since after a busy time and seems well. Only 5lbs higher than last win and eased back in grade will help. Will love the good ground too and we head here with a decent e/w chance.

Has disappointed us a bit after running well last year and not quite progressing as we thought. 6 runs now without a win. Feel the drop back to 6f will suit though and Luke a plus in the saddle. Good draw in 5 too and so small e/w chance in an average race.

Nice pot on offer here and we come here with a good chance. Won well at Newbury last time out - holding on well in the end but the fist two pulled clear. Has won here at the track too and has come out of that last race well. Up 4lbs for that win. Nice little race with all 6 having a say, but hoping our track experience will be key.

CD winner here that’s been in good form of late after a win and a close second here recently. Cracking draw in 2 and Luke an obvious bonus in the saddle. Should not be far away again.

Second runner in the race for us. CD winner so the track is fine and ran a fair 4^th here last time after being slowly away. With a better start should can go well and would have a fair e/w chance.

Wasn’t beaten far the last day here despite coming 9^th. Down 2lbs in the handicap helps and Jon back on to claim 5lbs. The blinkers are also expected to help him focus here and a good draw in 3. Each-way chance.

Second runner in the race for us. Pulled up the last day at Uttoxeter - was never travelling that day. Is certainly better than that and was disappointing as was a fair second back in November. Better ground will help here though but needs to bounce back too.

Bit to prove at the moment after three average runs this season. Down 3lbs more helps but still to win a race (18 runs) so hard to get too excited until we see more. Dropping mark is the plus.

Only just landed the odds the last day at Hereford, but that was his second run in 6 days. Had 3 weeks off to get over those runs this time and into this handicap with just 10st to carry helps. Hot little race, but the horse is well and will have more to come. The light weight brings us right into this and hopefully he can last the 3 timer.

Back to the AW here a big plus as hung left the last day at Donny. Likes it here and back in grade to a Class 6 will give him a much better chance. Dropped again in the handicap too and Jon’s 5lbs claim helps - his best chance for a while of getting his head in front for the first time on the AW.

A filly who has shown quite a bit of potential at home. She came in late last year and is still quite immature mentally, so today is very much about getting some experience. She should make up into a nice middle distance type down the line as she develops.

Things probably didn’t go his way last time drawn wide then a slow pace. But his run from the time before gives him a chance of handling this surface has had a good freshen up since last run so hopefully won’t be far away

Yet to win a race from 11 runs. Nice draw in 3, but no let-up from the handicapper so really needs to find something based on what we’ve seen so far.

Dusky Days is by Flemensfirth and is a full brother to the good stayer, Fontsanta.  He is out of a half-sister to useful bumper/2m-2m1f hurdle winner Dusky Lord who herself was out of a sister to high-class jumper Deep Sensation.  Dusky Days won a bumper in the spring on his racecourse debut at Stratford and improved for his summer holiday when finishing 4th at Ascot in a Listed bumper in the autumn.  He didn't fire in another listed bumper, but was 2nd on hurdling debut last month.  He should improve for that effort, and stepped up in trip here. This looks a tight race, but we've certainly got a chance here.

Annoying that he was beaten at odds-on the last day here. Jumped a bit left that day and lost ground through the race. The Lawes horse to beat but hopefully we’ve found another race that can see him get off the mark over hurdles after 3 seconds.

Has been running well this season without winning and was a close second at Chepstow last time. Up just a pound here but over fences for the first time too. Schools well and chasing has always been the plan. If his jumping holds up then not without a squeak.

Tallow for Coal is a brother to two black type winners and out of a sister to the useful staying chaser Occold and a half-sister to the dam of the Cheltenham Gold Cup winner, Denman.  He won a maiden Irish point-to-point before arriving with us last season.  He was placed in all three novice hurdles last season, but has really developed into a proper staying chaser this season winning two of his five starts.  He disappointed last time however, but that was on atrocious ground at Lingfield, and he just couldn't get his feet out of the ground.  Ideally we'd be running on good to soft ground, but that's been hard to find this spring, so I hope he handles this good ground.  Only a two horse race, so a tactical affair....

Bit to prove at the moment after being well beaten the last twice, including here last time out. Down 3lbs more and the ease in grade a big help this time. Is better than recent runs but does need to show more.

Course and distance winner here this Winter and continues to run consistently well. Remains in top form and likely to get involved if all goes well for him.

Way down in grade now and has hinted that he retains some ability over this track and trip recently. He is a few pounds wrong in this but at the level it makes little difference so no surprise if he can get competitive and could go well at a big price.

Debut run for us after coming from the Declan Carroll yard. One time winner and that came at Newcastle off this mark which gives us hope. We'll learn more here today though but has come to us fit and well. Small e/w chance, but wide draw not ideal.

Is our first 2 year-old runner of the year. She is quite sharp and knows her job. Our juveniles are never fired up to win first but she should outrun her odds.

Vets race here - been in good order of late and ran another solid race last time to be a close second at Plumpton. Only a pound higher here than last time - conditions are fine and should have a leading e/w chance. 

Has had a short break and now fresh and well after a short break. Track and ground should suit. Trip ideal too. Goes well fresh and e/w chance despite no let-up from handicapper.

Back into a mares' only race here will help - ran well here at Leicester two runs back. Only10st helps but in this better race we are running 2lbs out of the handicap too. Ground is fine and didn't stay the 3m3f trip last time so the drop back will help. Also has had a bit of time off since her last run as didn't come back right. Track and trip are fine and a light weight helps - small e/w

Dual winner here this Winter and better drawn for a change. Has plenty of early pace and normally goes off hard. Not the easiest of rides but should be fitter today after last time's comeback run and no surprise to see him make a bold bid.

No quote today from Dave

Done well this season - winning four times. As a result has gone up the ratings and is 17lbs higher than when the winning run started in October. Tough race here though upped in grade but only 10-7 in weight helps. Has had a nice break too and Josh rides. Will love the ground and trip as well - each-way.

Not won for a while but been fairly consistent in this grade. Really needs a bit further these days but this is weakish and things might fall right for him so can't be totally discounted.

CD winner here and down another 2lbs from his last run at the track then 5th of 10 last month. Fair draw in 7 and has come out of that race well. Dropping mark helps and would come here with an e/w chance.

Nice colt that is progressing well. Returned earlier this month to run 5th at Nottingham and has come out of that race well. We expected a bit better the last day, but the slow pace wasn't ideal there. Only third career run so will have more to offer and won't mind conditions. Could be a hot little maiden, but no surprise to see him go okay here with more pace in the race expected.

Ran well at Chester last season after coming to us from the Andrew Balding yard. Has only had two runs for us - both solid showings, but back in at the deep end a bit here in a very competitive handicap. Hayley rides and knows the horse well and the mile is fine - will have more to offer with just 8 career runs, but expected to improve for the run today.

Won twice on the AW around this time last year. Went up in the ratings as a result and struggled a bit to build on those wins but did run in some competitive staying handicaps. Down a pound on his return here helps and trip/ground are fine. Small e/w chance, but likely to improve for the run no matter what.

Running well at the moment - been in good form since January and has taken his racing well. This will be his tenth race this year. Similar race to last time and off the same mark but no Jonathan Fisher riding this time to claim 5lbs. Will love the track and ground though and like to think he'll have another e/w chance here.

Nice filly that progressed well last season. Ended up running in the G1 Cheveley Park at HQ in Sept and didn't get the best of runs that day. Got stronger over the winter and we feel this step up to 7f is what she wants. Looking forward to seeing her going again and Jamie knows her well. Place claims, but a filly to follow this season.

Super Survivor is out of a winning half-sister to triple Gold Cup winner Best Mate.  He made his pointing debut at Dromahane in May on soft ground, and was only beaten a head with 10 lengths back to the 3rd horse.  He jumps well, stays well, and is a proper staying chaser for the future.  He won well on his racecourse debut despite being pretty raw and green.  He ran to a similar level of form when 2nd last time out under a penalty, and he comes out best on weights today but we hope there is plenty of juice in the ground up here today as he wouldn't appreciate it too quick under foot. 

Open race but the horse is well and has had a nice winter break. Last seen winning at Newcastle at the start of November on the AW. Stayed on well so the step up to 1m here will suit and return to the grass is fine. Should have a decent e/w chance.

Queen’s Company is a filly we like, the form of her Kempton run has worked out well. She will come on for the run but hopefully will show promise for the season ahead.

Won well on debut run for us at Southwell in Feb, but hasn't built on that since. Has run in better race though so this will be a bit easier but needs to bounce back from a poor last run on the grass, so best watched for now.

All three career wins to date have been on the turf so a bit to prove on the AW tracks. Handicapper isn't relenting mush either so probably needs to find something. On a plus, has a light weight and Kieran takes off 5lbs.

Smokey Malone won well here over C&D two runs ago, he had no luck in running last time at Wolves. He is well at home and providing he can drop in from a wide draw he should have an ew chance.

Ejtilaab was very impressive at Kempton last time out and really seems to be blossoming right now. He has won over course and distance and is top rated in the race so he comes here with a favourites chance

The Mouse King had one run at Newmarket last year. He has had the Winter off to mature and his work has been good at home. This looks a hot race for the grade but he should outrun his odds. He will be worth following once handicapped.

Course winner here and ran another solid race at the track last month to be third. The big unknown here is the step up in trip to 2m - the furthest she's gone is 1m4f so far. We feel it's worth a got though as will open up more chances. The horse is well, but a bit of a fact-finding mission overall though. 

Park This One is by Walk In The Park (the sire of Champion jumpers Min and Douvan plus the very exciting Ginto & Jonbon) and is out of an unraced sister to the Listed and five time winner Santia (officially rated 139) and Lord Over who was 3rd in the Champion bumper at Punchestown. He won a maiden Point-to-Point at Dunsmore near Exeter in November, in a very fast time, and looks a smart recruit to the team. He stays well, has a great attitude, and will make up into a smart staying novice hurdler next season. He ran well to be 2nd at Hereford on racecourse debut, and he has improved for that run. He will appreciate this stiffer track, and he should be in the three here.

Makes her seasonal reappearance - will be more competitive once she has a mark.

Mountain Brave was bought specifically with this race in mind. We think that she has more than enough speed for 5 furlongs and if she can pick up some black type then she is worth more than we paid for her. She looks great and her work has been good.

Has run well the last twice without winning - 2nd and 3rd at Leicester. Same mark here as last time and still only has 10-6 in weight to carry. The big change here is the step up to 3m, but we feel it will suit and if so would have a big chance here - not much value but should be in the mix.

Lovely mare that made a winning debut for us at Newcastle last month after coming to us from the Pointing arena. Will love the ground and has done well at home since. Hotter race but expected to go well and looks to have a nice future.

Small filly but forward and racy. Two year old pedigree and good attitude. Difficult to grade her so today will tell us plenty. Solid midfield finishing position would do us nicely.

Classy sprinter on his day. CD winner here helps and well-drawn in 1 to get away well. Has also had a nice 2 month break to freshen up and will love the quick ground. Off this dropping mark must have a decent each-way chance if getting away well like he likes too.

We've had this race in mind for a while and it was won 12 months ago by the recent Scottish National winner, so you never know and we were second. 2lbs lower than last year here and another year older. Has been doing well at home and blew away the cobwebs last time out at Exeter so hopeful she'll be spot on for this.

Had a great year last year winning twice and running well consistently. He has had a well earned break since then and comes her a fresh horse with conditions to suit. That said he will definitely improve fitness wise for the run.

First run for us since coming over from France - in at the deep end here though into a Listed Hurdle so would be a big ask with the Fry and Henderson runners the main players here.

Pulled up the last day at Bangor so we had his wind operated on since. 4lbs lower here and Joe takes off 3lbs more but best watched until we see more on the track.

Just headed last on over 3m2f last time at Fontwell so the drop back to 3m is fine. Into a better race here but the plus is he only has 10-3 to carry. Trapy little race with just 4 runners and all four having chances - but his light weight makes him dangerous and should go well. Jamie rides.

She has been going well at home and, like Guerlan, her future lies over fences. Unfortunately she just seems to think she’s quicker than she is, so today is about settling and I think that will come with the more racing she does.

Up for Parol is a brother to the useful bumper winner Letsbeclearaboutit; out of unraced sister to the smart West Coast Time.  Up For Parol won an Irish Point before arriving with us last season and subsequently won a couple of novice hurdles.  He was 3rd in a Grade 2 on seasonal debut before disappointing on chasing debut.  Back over hurdles he won on his handicap debut, and was only beaten 8 lengths in the Lanzarote, when he didn't get the run of the race.  He didn't appreciate dropping back to 2m last time out in the Imperial Cup, so hopefully the return to a more suitable trip can see him running well again.  The drying ground is an unknown, but he might just appreciate it.

We were really disappointed with his last run at Newbury, but 24 hours later a huge abscess appeared beneath his jaw and burst out. I'm sure that was the reason he ran so poorly, he's a lovely big horse who's future lies over fences.

Two-time winner on the flat for Richard Fahey - rated in the early 70's. Hurdles debut here today - has schooled well enough and being a 4 year-old we get weight from all the others. Will no doubt improve for the run and the experience as last seen on the track back in Oct, but will love the good ground. Salsada looks the one to beat.

More needed on what we've seen so far - will be better once handicapped.

Dj Pete runs in the bumper, he's a lovely type who has done everything nicely at home. Pete is a very laid back character with a lovely attitude and as you know, most of my bumper horses do come on for the run, so this is very much a look and learn process. Alfie Jordan claims 10Ib, the reason I’ve put Alfie on him as he knows him inside out as he rides him everyday.

Will need to brush up his jumping from last time on debut run for us. Still a horse that's learning as only had 3 career outings too. On a plus, we are the only 4 year-old in the race so get plenty of weight from the rest which will help. Better jumping needed but small e/w chance.

Another third the last day at Exeter and off the same mark here today. Charlie rides again here today and claims 3lbs. Should run his race again but you just feel he's in the handicapper's grip and the moment over hurdles. Therefore, the switch to fences will help as only had one past run chasing. Not badly-treated on older form though and so if finding a bit of old sparkle over fences would have an e/w chance.

We have been pleased with Outgate's progression over the winter. He won twice last season and finished the season with a second at Newmarket over seven furlongs, looking as if the extra furlong he gets today should suit him well.

First run for us last time at Fontwell and ran a close second - came to us from the Harry Whittingham yard. Up just a pound for that effort here while having got headed last time over 2m3f the drop back to 2m will be a big plus. Niall rides to claim 3lbs and looks to have a solid e/w chance.

Has been running well and should give a good account. Stiff track should suit too and the ground looks right too. Each-way chance.

Just chinned the last day at Newbury but the winner looks a fair sort so wasn't a disgrace. Up 3lbs for that here and we feel the slightly longer trip here and the stiff finish will suit. More to come and remains in good order. Can go well again. Josh rides.

Datsalrightgino is by the high-class German-trained middle-distance performer, It’s Gino, who was 3rd in the Arc (the sire of Grade 1 winner hurdler and Grade 2 winning chaser, Lalor) and out of a 3-time winning ‘Group placed’ mare.  Gino was 2nd in three bumpers last season, after finishing 3rd on his debut.  He had a wind operation over the summer, and then he bolted up at Fontwell, and also ground out a victory at Cheltenham in December.  He got stuck in the deep ground at Sandown in the Grade 1 Tolworth hurdle, and again didn't appreciate soft ground last time out in a Grade 2 at Kelso.  Back down in class, and back on his favoured ground, he's got a big chance to get back on track if he stays this new trip out.

Champanshype is a prolific winner, having won 8 of his 21 starts under rules.  Having won six handicap hurdles, he won on chasing debut in impressive fashion.  However, he rather scared himself over fences, and although placed on his next two starts, he hasn’t looked a natural chaser.  Back over hurdles here, he makes his seasonal return to action in a competitive race.  He'll run well, and will be winning again this summer, but he will improve for this run.

CD winner here and our second runner in the race. Has a very similar chance to our other pick, but we've probably a better draw here in 1. Jonathan takes off 5lbs this time which helps and never far away in his races. Expected to go well with a nice 1 month off which has freshened him up.

Running well without winning at the moment - not been beaten far the last four times and they all came here at Wolves. Similar race here and back to the trip that he only just failed at two runs ago here (head). A repeat of that run would see him go well again - each-way.

Course and distance winner here in March 21 but is now 13 runs without a win. 11lbs lower than that win so not badly treated and hasn't run too badly the last three times. Luke takes over in the saddle and a good draw in 2 helps. Each-way chance.

Wasn’t beaten far in a much stronger race last time and handicapper has given him a chance to slip into this lower grade so worth a shot. Has run some good races here without ever getting his head in front as the short run in at the track doesn’t always play to his strengths.

Wasn't beaten far the last day at Southwell and down 2lbs here. 7 top three runs from 20 outings on the grass but just the one win. Good draw and low racing weight make him hard to ignore and could go well at a fair price. Each-way.

Been in cracking form - winning his last three on the AW. Different test here on the grass and is up 4lbs in the ratings too. But is very well at home and has had a nice month off after that busy spell to freshen up. Ryan rides (won on him in Feb) which is an obvious plus too. Should go well.

Ran well here a week ago over slightly shorter staying on from the back. This is a bit stronger and the ground might be a shade drier than last time but extra furlong may well help and could easily be involved if things fall right for him.

Iconique had a tough year last year as we were always playing catch up after she picked up an injury in the spring. She still managed to win a decent race at Yarmouth before finding a very good race at Newmarket too much. This looks like a lovely starting point and hopefully she is ready to rock and roll

12 race maiden, but has only had 4 runs for us. 2lbs lower for a recent run at Wolves but was last of 8 that day. Good draw here in 4 helps and are are trying him back up in trip to see if that helps and opens up more chances. But best watched until we see a return to form.

Stays this trip well so that will be fine. Has dropped down the ratings over the last 2-3 years, having been as high as 92 in July 20, but is now off just 61. But is now 18 races without a win. Often never too far away though and will be better for a recent run here off this mark. Small e/w chance as in great form at home - as long as the ground is 'good' and not soft - but a hard horse to win with.

Been in tip-top order of late - winning his last two and the last of those was an easy 3 length win at Southwell. Different conditions here on the grass and up another 6lbs here in a much better race (2 grades higher). Each-way chance, but would need a career best.

A good horse last season giving us a day to remember at Royal Ascot only going down by 3/4 length.
Coming down to a fair mark.
Suffered set back last month so not coming into this competitive contest with an ideal preparation. Trip ground and track should be ideal so we shall give it a go, but he will do well to make the frame today.

Lack of turf opportunities for him right now so forced back to the minimum distance. Should stay on but can only be considered an outsider though he does have plenty of pace.

Fourth run since joining us from the Simon Whitaker yard - yet to win but has run some fair races. Down a pound from last time but a much lower weight to carry this time - just 8-7 helps. Is also back on the turf for the first time since coming to us and that should suit with her only career win coming on the grass. Each-way chance with Hayley Turner riding.

Arbennig is by the four-time Ascot Gold Cup winner, Yeats and out of a winning sister to the Grade 1 winning Rubi Light, who won the John Durkan Memorial Punchestown Chase, and was rated 168!  He was 3rd on his racecourse debut in a bumper at Hereford, in a race which is working out quite well. He hasn't quite clicked in three novice hurdles over 2m, but he's had a wind operation through the winter, and he promises to make into a handicap chaser.  However, he was almost taken out by a loose horse on handicap debut at Chepstow 2 weeks ago, and so was pulled up mid race.  He should have a decent each way chance here today.

Alrightjack won a bumper and a novice hurdle, before finishing 4th in the Grade 3 Silver Trophy at Chepstow.  He struggled over fences last season but came back to form with two solid placed efforts in the spring, and he won on seasonal debut this autumn.  He has struggled off higher marks in better races over 3 miles and 2m4 since, but back down in class, and in trip on softer ground, he was 3rd in a military race last time out.  He might appreciate this nicer ground in a similar race today, and he'd have a placed chance again.

Ran well last time at Chelmsford (4^th of 15). That was his first run for us, so we learned a lot. Step up in trip will help and also got hampered the last day so feel he would have got closer. Jo Supple rides to claim 3lbs and should get a nice ride. Solid e/w chance

Should have learned from debut, nonetheless still has a fair bit to find with a couple here.

CD winner that likes to get on with things from the front so draw 1 a plus. Down in grade again helps but 6lbs higher than last win (2 runs ago) so does need to find a bit. Each-way chance though in this easier grade.

Likely to be the outsider of the bunch here. Wasn’t beaten far the last day though at Southwell and into a similar race here. Well at home and feel he can run better than his odds suggest.

Nice horse that makes his debut here today. Not a race to get involved in with a lot of unknowns and lightly-raced sorts, but pleasing with his work at home and looking forward to seeing how he gets on.

Gone close the last two runs at Newcastle and  gets in here on the same mark as last time so should have another big chance - just got there a bit too soon last time. Well after a month off and expected to go close here today on the sharp track that will suit.

No great shakes the last twice - the last of those being pulled up at Southwell. 5lbs lower here helps and not a great race helps. We think the longer trip will help too, but plenty to prove at the moment. Best watched for now.

Back from 5 months off so might just improve for the run. Now a 10 year-old so not getting any younger but off a mark of 66 we feel there is still races in him and seems well at home. Nice draw in 2 as well but does look a competitive affair. Small e/w but one to note after a run or two.

Git Maker is out of a sister to a Black Type winner from a lovely French family. He was placed in three four-year-old points before he won impressively.  He started out under rules on the right foot with an authoritative win in a good maiden at Chepstow, and followed up under a penalty at Carlisle. He was then 4th on handicap debut at Sandown in a race that has worked out well, and he didn't get the run of the rce really.  He looks to have a bright future as a staying chaser next season, however I hope he can win under a double penalty first.

Two fair runs at Newcastle recently over 1m4f - upped in trip here to 2m as we feel it will suit. Hollie, who rode last time, is booked to ride again. Hoping this will open up some doors and not without an e/w chance if staying.

Atomise did really well last year, running a huge race from a horrible draw in the Redcar 2yr old trophy before winning her maiden at Leicester. She starts life off a very fair mark and despite a poor draw, can go close today

Ended last season with a win at Wolverhampton - has had a nice break since then and back on just a 2lb higher mark. Nice draw in 1 and she's a stronger horse having 6 months off. More on her plate upped in grade but with a bit more improvement would have a small e/w chance here, but likely to improve for the run.

Nicely bred and workmanlike at home. Came back with sore shins after first run. Gelded and given short break after.
Likely to need the run today and probably one for handicaps down the line.

Ran way too keen and free the last day at Kempton - had 3 weeks to get over that and we've been working on getting him to settle better. Has ability and hopefully he can show that today on just his second career run. Shorter trip will help too as they should go quicker here too.

Pulled up the last day - we though he might run better than that, but will need to jump a bit better. Blinkers replace the cheekpieces and 5lbs lower in the ratings help. Also doesn't look a great race with most of the others having somthing to prove too. Hopeful of better.

Ran another top race at Cheltenham last time out when staying on to be fourth in the Grand Annual at the Festival. Was also a good winner at this meeting last year so the track is fine. Into a Grade 1 here though so toughest race to date and off level weights. Is also up in trip here to 2m4f, but the horse is very well and we still feel there is more improvement to come. No shock if he outran his odds.

Returned to form last time out here (2nd) and gets in here off the same mark. Drop in grade too but the trip is fine and we know the track suits. Decent e/w chance.

Yet to win over hurdles (13) runs so a fair bit to prove at the moment. Continues to drop to a fair mark though with is the plus but would have probably wanted softer ground too.

Course winner here but heads here off the back of two average runs. Won over hurdles at Lingfield back in December but is rated 9lbs higher over fences. Hoping that the return to this track will help as does seem to run better races here. Small e/w, but the Twiston-Davies horse the one to fear.

Another solid run last time when second at Huntingdon. Just a pound higher here and no reason why this first try at Fontwell won't suit. Ground is fine too and so Each-way chance.

Some Day Soon was running well off a mark of 139 over hurdles at the start of the summer, but wasn't able to win. So we sent him novice chasing, and he bolted up on his chasing debut, but hasn't progressed really. Back over hurdles off a mark of 137 he was a fine 3rd at this track in the autumn. He'll be winning again over the spring/ summer but this is a tough race on his seasonal return.

Legends Ryde is out of a black type winning mare who won the Listed Mares Final at Newbury. Legends Ryde won a bumper the and was 2nd in a Listed bumper at Cheltenham prior to winning a novice hurdle. She lost her way last season, but came back with a bang this time around with a comprehensive win on chasing debut in soft ground around Ffos Las, and followed that up with a strong performance to be 2nd in a good Graduation Chase at Ascot. Her next two runs were slightly disappointing but she had excuses, and she then won well last time out at this track. Up only 1lbs, but down in trip, she's got to step forward again, but she's a smart mare and can go well again here.

Not been running that well of late so does need to bounce back to form. 3lbs lower than last time helps and the better ground will be fine. But we are taking on three in form rivals that all won last time out. Is better than recent runs but a bit to answer at the moment.

Looks a bit of a match between us and the Nicholls runner. We are hopeful of a good run though after just missing out at Plumpton the last day (2nd) but is also a course winner here and that will be a plus. Well after 3 weeks off too and despite having a small bit to find on these terms will go close.

Better last time and has ability to win a race around this level. Great draw in 1 helps and a pound lower than last time. Luke takes over in the saddle and that will help - decent e/w chance with Mighty Fine probably the one to beat.

One of our better chances on the day - won very well at Chepstow last time on only his sixth run over fences. Up 7lbs for that but still looks well treated and only has 10-7 to carry in weight. Trip and ground are fine and has taken that last race well. Expected to run well.

Yet to win a race from 9 runs. A bit of an experiment here as upped to 2m7f - the furthest he's gone to date. We feel it's worth a crack though and might open doors for the horse if he stays. Dropped 4lbs more and nice racing weight of 10-9. Small e/w but not one to trust totally.

First run for us after coming from the Chris Fairhurst yard. Has settled in well and even though we'll know more after today has pelnty of experience with 14 runs (3 wins) and seems well at home. Should not be far away and a horse to note in this sort of grade.

Engrave has had a short break as there have been no races at Chelmsford lately, a track that she loves. A class 4 fillies handicap here but doesn’t look that grade, she is well at home but tends to just run a bit fresh after a break so just hopeful that she can finish in the money.

Is in good nick this year and the step up in trip seems to suit him. New track and surface. If he copes with it he should be thereabouts.

CD winner here but has a fair bit to prove at the moment. But continues to drop down the ratings - is 3lbs lower than last time. Bradley rides again and takes off 7lbs but taking on a few in-form rivals so would be a shock if he's taking this on current form.

Shown fair form so far - likely to be better once getting a handicap mark though with the hot favourite here - Mumbo Jumbo going to be hard for us all to beat.

Easy winner at Chepstow three runs back but went up 8lbs for that and has struggled a bit since. Down in grade slightly here and 3lbs lower helps. Better ground is fine and has had a small break too. Seems well at home and with Charlie's 3lbs claim that's a further bonus. Earth Lord to beat, but not without a squeak of bouncing back.

Second runner in the race for us and our better chance. Won well at Chepstow last month and a 6lb rise looks fair. Cheekpieces are on today to help eke out a bit more but stays further than this and that will be a big help. Should go well.

Bit to prove at the moment and is yet to win a race from 17 starts. 2lbs lower than last time helps but best watched until we see more.

College Oak is out of a winning sister to the three-time Cheltenham Gold Cup winner, Best Mate, and the Grade 1 winning hurdler Cornish Rebel, as well as the multiple winner Inca Trail.  College Oak won a bumper and a novice hurdle before winning a competitive handicap at Ascot.  However, he didn't appreciate going chasing in the autumn, so we gave him the winter off, and he is back over hurdles here.  He should be able to win again this spring, off this kind of handicap mark but he needs to get his confidence back.

Nice hurdler that that has done nothing wrong since coming to us from France - winning well at Newbury last time on debut for us. Into the deep end a bit here though and would be a big ask to topple the two main Irish runners in the field. Still a horse to note though and won't disgrace here.

In and out profile but has won here in the past and also been freshened up with 4 months off. Goes well fresh too and is back to a mark only a pound higher than when last winning here last October. Ground is fine and would have an e/w chance.

Howdilyoudo is out of a half-sister to the useful winner Whodoyouthink and to Whatuthink (who was third in the Irish National); from the family of Glens Music.  This Presenting filly was placed in bumpers and novice hurdles, but came good after a winter break with victory last summer at Worcester and at Uttoxeter, and she was very consistent all summer and into the autumn.  She has had a good winter break and comes here in good form.  I think that there should be more to come from her over hurdles before she goes chasing later this summer.

Jersey Lady ran well last time out at Southwell over 2m4f. I think she would have preferred a stronger gallop as she stayed all the way to the line. She has come out of that race well, she can be very buzzy after her races but she seems to be taking her races better with age. I think this galloping track will suit her and I'm hopeful of a positive run.

No great shakes as yet and unseated last time out. Needs to bounce back from that and will be better once handicapped and with more experience.

We gave her a small break since a few average runs at Kempton - they were only her first two runs for us so still learning about her. Down another 2lbs here helps but is still 3lbs higher than her last win. Well at home - Small e/w chance, but does need to show a bit more.

Mrs Meader is coming back from a Winter break. We have dropped her back to 1m because she is usually fresh & keen on her first run but this should suit on the soft ground. Her work at home has been good so she may have an e/w chance.

Katyusha has got more than enough ability to win a race like the one tomorrow but she would not be the most straightforward filly in the world. A big field will suit her as will the ground and I’m hoping she has come back fresh and revitalised from her holiday.

Is a horse I have always loved and was delighted with his debut last year. He has done well through the winter and will love the ground and step up in trip. He can go well

Made a lovely debut last year before getting everything wrong at Donny on his second start. He had a load of excuses that day and I am confident he can put that run behind him. 7 furlongs around a bend should be fine and he looks well in himself.

Poets Realm is a straight forward horse who showed next to nothing at home at 2, but the penny seems to have been dropping as he has developed the past few weeks. He will come on for this run and learn more. If he keeps progressing as he has at home he might be up to winning in time.

Seasett is a new addition to the yard so today is a fact finding mission. We know he likes the track and ground so I am hoping he can repeat the trick of last year. He looks a picture and his work has been great.

Down another 3lbs from last time when down the field on the AW at Wolverhampton. Back on the grass here a plus and will be more at home on the softer ground too. In good shape and could go well at a big price.

Will be much better for a recent run here - but that also came in a much better race. That was only his first run for the yard after coming from the Roger Charlton came - this will be easier and more his level and the longer trip will help. Should go well.

Loves Lingfield and seems in good form. There are no secrets really with him but I am happy that he is as good as ever and that should put him thereabouts.

Showed promise as a 2 year-old a few years ago but had her probs since. Nice to get her back on the track and is still only 4 years-old so time on her side. Down 5lbs from last run and a good draw in 2. Still shows plenty of pace at home so the 5f trip will be fine. Small e/w in an average race but overall just be happy with a nice run back.

Has run well over the winter on the all weather but was always going to be better suited to turf. This looks like the perfect race for him as track and ground should suit well. He should be competitive off this mark.

Looks great and has done plenty of work but this is a real fact finding mission and he has been drawn in the car park which won’t help. Probably one to watch.

Is a horse I have always loved and was delighted with his debut last year. He has done well through the winter and will love the ground and step up in trip. He can go well

Running well of late - winning at Taunton two runs back and then a fair third at Market Rasen last time. Stiffer track here today should suit and gets in here off the same mark as last time. Should be in the mix.

CD winner here at the track which is a plus, but needs to bounce back from being pulled up at Bangor last time out. 2lbs lower helps and seems well for a 4 month break, but taking on 2 or 3 in-form rivals which makes life tough.

Just the one career win which is a bit frustrating (hurdles). But has just the two runs over fences so we feel there's more to come from him. Stiffer track and longer trip will help here and the visor is on for the first time too to help him focus on the jumping. Each-way chance but the Lacey runner might be hard to topple.

Took a big step forward last time out at Fakenham with a close second. Has come out of that race well and so in a similar contest here we feel he's got a big chance of going one better this time.

Injazati had a great year last year improving with every run and we are hopeful that there is still more to come. I didn’t think he got home over 12 furlongs at the end of last year so we have dropped back to 10 for his first run of the season. He will love the ground and the track should suit.

Hardy Du Seuil is by Coastal Path from the family of Silviniaco Conti and Cheltenham Festival winner, Eglantine Du Seuil.  He was 2nd in two 3-year-old bumpers in France last season before he bolted up over hurdles at Fontainebleau on soft ground.  He has won two novice chases this season, and was 2nd in a Grade 2.  He looked to put in a career best when 2nd last time out over 2m at Kelso when narrowly denied, that effort was even better as he was without his weight for age allowance.  He is in great form at home, and runs here with every chance of going one better.  It is a tight little race though, so fingers crossed he gets a bit of luck. 

Never far away in his races and has been freshened up with a few months off. Back on the turf here on a much lower mark helps and the cheekpieces are on today too to help to and eke out a bit more. Trip is fine and Ben Curtis a plus in the saddle. Would not want the ground too soft though, but has a good weight and seems loose at home. Each-way chance.

We expected a bit better last time at Fakenham, but probably just found the tight track not to his liking there. Into a Selling Hurdle here so not the best race so should have a fair chance. Does, however, have a bit to find on these terms with 3 or 4 so probably each-way claims.

Only win (from 10 runs) came on the AW at Wolverhampton. Yet to win on the turf but has only had three career runs. Has also been gelded since his last run but has handled the softer ground well in the past and seems well after his break. Dropped in grade here today too and stays further than this 1m4f trip. Decent e/w chance.

Good sort of gelding who is still a maiden but interesting to see him make his UK turf debut. Not confirmed he stays this far yet but should do and any cut in the ground would be appreciated.

Is a big laid back individual who has taken a lot of work to switch on. I expect him to improve dramatically for his racecourse debut, so he might be more of a longer term project

Long striding gangly horse who won over 1m earlier in the year. 1m4f stretched him last time and 1m2f on turf should suit him better. 16 runners around here will be a gunfight but with a clear run has a small e/w chance. Rain would help.

Not shown much yet but wants soft ground and his career is yet to take off. Any further rain would be appreciated and a very nice type for the future and not a complete surprise to see him run well as an outsider here.

A big field which means a competitive race - Bowland Park enjoys soft ground so any further rain would be a positive.

Easy With Aces improved with each start last year and starts life in handicaps off a nice mark. He should love the ground and the step up in trip will suit. He can go well on handicap debut

Last win came back in October but the good news is that he’s now 4lbs lower than that success and Niall takes off another 3lbs. Likes the track here and back into a Class 4 (last win came in this grade) is another plus. No shock to see him much more competitive here.

Down the field in three runs so far this season so a bit to prove. Is back down to his last winning mark though and we are trying the blinkers for the first time. Overall though prob best watched until we see more on the track again.

Been poor the last twice after running well at the end of the year. 3lbs lower here and the better ground will help. Certainly capable of better but does need to bounce back from recent average runs.

Fair run the last day here, when second to Kansas City Chief, who is a fair performer. Dropped a few pounds for that here helps and will love the better ground. Ease in grade too so every chance of going well.

Returned from a long time off last time at Fontwell so will be much better for that run. 4lbs lower this time and dropped in grade here. Better on the cards but might need another run still.

Better last time here with a close second. Tom, who rode that day, takes off 5lbs again and a repeat of that run should see us go well again. But the Chris Gordon runner - Hiway One O Three - might be hard to beat.

Was found to have an irregular heartbeat last time and has had it investigated since with no abnormalities, thought likely to be a one off though clearly racing will be the test. Likes Plumpton as does not enjoy travelling far from home and providing the ground is genuinely good or quicker could run another good race. Good to soft places are apparently only round bottom bend.

Has run well the last twice and learning all the time over hurdles. Gets 8lbs from most of the others too - being a 4 year-old - and should be getting off the mark here today. Looks our best chance on the day.

Trevada has won and been placed in bumpers before joining me, he’s a full brother to a potentially very good horse that I trained for Trevor Hemmings called Tarada and that is why he came to us to be leased by the Hot To Trot (jumping) syndicate. He is a big horse who will make up into a lovely chaser, he’s not similar to look at as Tarada but he does seem to have a good way of going, so hopefully he can continue the talented family line. He was bred by Robert and Jackie Chugg of Little Lodge Farm, Robert was a great friend of mine for many, many years and he recently passed away, he was a fantastic character who commanded so much respect within our industry and also the breeding and bloodstock world. I’d love this horse to run well in tribute to his him but whatever he does over hurdles would be a bonus as was the case with Tarada.

Former Pointer that is having his rules debut. Might just improve for the run as not been on a track since December, but has been working well at home. Is a nice horse that is worth keeping an eye on going forward but should run well here today.

Exod’ela has been placed in bumpers and novice hurdles, before opening his account in handicap hurdles.  He has run some fine races including only beaten 3 lengths in a competitive handicap at Cheltenham, but he has run some poor races too - it depends on which side of bed he gets out of in the morning!  He ran well over 4m at Hexham earlier this season and but his wind gave out on bad ground at Lingfield in the winter.  After undergoing a wind operation, I found the perfect race for him at Fakenham but he unseated at the first! He is incredibly well handicapped, and this doesn't look a good race, and so he should have a chance....if on a going day!

Yet to win a race from 7 runs - was slowly away the last day so will need a better start here and not the best draw here in 13 which might make life hard again. Is well though, but will needs the breaks in running to have a small e/w chance.

Not quite been getting home over 1m4f in recent runs - stays 1m2f well, but this drop back to a mile will suit. Good draw in 4 and continues to drop down the ratings to a good mark based on old form. Each-way chance.

Back from a break the last day so needed the run. Seems better for that at home since and having looked a bit outplaced the last day over 7f, the step up to a mile will help. But need to see more on the track really.

Finally got off the mark last time and remains competitive in this grade. Top rider booked and sure to go well if everything goes smoothly for him.

Running well at the end of last year - hitting the first three in his last three races. Up another pound here but Rhys back riding to claim 3lbs. Good draw in 5 helps and has been freshened up with 4 months off, but well at home and looks to have a nice e/w chance.

Course winner here that returned after a long time off last time. Needed the run that day so will be better for it here and stays this 2m trip well enough. But might just need a few more races to get back in the swing of things.

Best form on turf but has run well enough on both starts this year on the all weather. Seems to have come on again and no surprise if she gets involved here and could have an exciting season ahead of her

Needed the run the last day at Kempton - will be better for that outing but yet to win a race from 10 starts and not been handed a good draw in 11. Aidan's 7lb claim helps and a low weight too, but best watched until we see more on the track.

Tight little race with all five runners looking to have a chance. Dorking Lad has done well this season - winning twice - and didn't run too badly in a better race at Sandown last time. Back in grade here today and gets in here off a light weight. Well after 3 weeks off and will be fine in these conditions.

Loves it here - winner three times at the track since last December. Didn't fire here last time though so needs to bounce back from that but that run might have just come a bit too soon. Had a month off and much better expected. Another bold bid from the front - each-way.

Nice to have a runner in the Scottish National. A fair fourth in the Eider Chase last time out at Newcastle and won well the time before at the same track. Nice racing weight (10-9) here too and we feel the 4m trip will be fine having run well over 4m 1 1/2 last time. Likes to race up with the pace so that should also keep him out of trouble and has been freshened up with a month off. Track and ground ideal. Will need a career-best off this mark though, so Each-way claims at best but a very open race.

Jersey Bean has been a wonderfully consistent horse since the application of blinkers two seasons ago, he was never ungenuine they merely helped him with his jumping making him more slick over his obstacles. He was very brave last time out when winning at Haydock over half a mile less than this, he was giving nearly two stone to the runner up and he battled hard from the last to just get up on the line. In a perfect world I would have given him a prep run a month ago but he can’t handle very soft conditions and as my horses weren’t right at that time it didn’t work out, he’s obviously fit but it would just have sharpened him up. Bean is a character at home who never fails to make you smile with his enthusiasm, he’s generally good to ride and he and Tara have a wonderful relationship.

Has had a great season - ran the Arkle winner Edwardstone to 10 lengths at Kempton over Xmas and then won well at Newcastle last time out. Back into Novice company here and back to a track he's won at before. Step up in trip seemed to suit last time too. On these terms we look the one to beat in a tight race and he comes here fit and well. Looking forward to a big run.

Kiltealy Briggs was 2nd in a bumper and won two novice hurdles, before he developed into a useful novice chaser last season.  However, despite being placed in Graded novices, Graduation chases and handicaps, he remained a novice for this season, and we are reaping the benefits of that this season.  He won a novice at Haydock, was just touched off in a decent handicap at Aintree, and was a fine 3rd in the Grade 1 Kauto Star at Kempton on Boxing Day.  Back in calmer waters he defied a penalty when winning another novice at Musselburgh last month.  He didn't stay an extended 3m in the Ultima at the Cheltenham Festival, and so will appreciate coming back to 2m4 here. He carries a penalty today, so needs to be on his A game, as he also takes on some useful rivals. However, he deserves to take his chance and should give his running.

Yet to win a race over hurdles from 13 runs - hoping the drop back in trip will help here and Tabby's 3lb claim a plus as well. Not a great race gives us a better chance but does need to improve from last time. Small e/w

No great shakes so far but is into a handicap here for the first time and that will help see him more competitive. Longer trip will help too and is well after a few months off. Each-way claims.

Back from a break so might just need the run here today and a bit to prove after being pulled up the last day at Hereford back in October. Also running a few pounds out of the handicap here, but still only 5 so has time on her side.

Debut run here today so will learn a lot. Goes well enough at home and a nice draw in 3. But one for the future really with Elsals the one to beat.

Better last time at Wincanton with a close up 5th of 12. A few pounds lower this time helps and we know he stays a bit further than this trip, which we'll try and make use of. Each-way chance.

Goes well for jockey Anna Gibson - a close second here again last time out and only a pound higher. Trip and track are fine and another good run on the cards but does tend to be placed more often than winning. Each-way.

Was only beaten 3 lengths here the last day despite coming 7th of 11. Didn't get the best of runs that day either so we feel she would have got a lot closer too. The longer trip here is fine and Mollie Phillips booked to take off a handy 3lbs. Each-way chance.

Third the last three times but down a pound here and had a nice break since his last run. We are putting the cheekpieces on today too - we feel they will help. Looks an open race but we come here with every chance.

Ran well to be 8th here in the Betfair Hurdle two runs back. Built on that last time to win well at Fontwell and despite being 6lbs higher this time has done well since and has his conditions again. Solid e/w chance, but several non-runners this morning help his chance even more and hopeful of getting a win now.

First run for the yard after coming over from France - has shown a good level of form over there from two runs and looking forward to getting going with him. Each-way chance but might just need the run here today after 5 months off.

Needed the run the last day here after 3 months off. 4lbs lower this time and seems to have improved at home for that run. Well treated on old form and can take a step forward here. Each-way.

Yet to win from 5 runs - another 3lbs lower here and trying him up in trip to 1m4f to see if that helps. Runs as if the trip will suit and the cheekpieces are on today too. Best watched until we see more.

Hard to fancy on current form. Does have ability though and the return to the AW will help as all three career wins have been on the AW surfaces. Good draw in 1 too and Jack's 3lbs claim helps. But need to see a bit more.

Showed ability a few seasons ago but has had his problems since and lightly-raced over the last 2-3 years. 8lbs lower than last time helps and eased in grade but hard to fancy until we see more.

First run on the AW at Newcastle last time resulted in a winning one! Up 6lbs for that but remains in great form and no reason why the Southwell track won't suit. Should go close.

Looks one of our better chances on the day. Won well here last time and up 3lbs for that. Taking his racing well and loves it here. Ease in grade here too so more weight but overall is in great form and another bold showing on the cards.

Going the right way after winning at Fakenham in January and then running well to be third last time out at Market Rasen. Same mark here today and is well after a few months off. Goes well fresh and will like the conditions. Each-way chance in an open race.

Disappointed us a bit last time at Sandown back in December so we gave him a break since. Is fresh and well, plus like to run off a lay-off. Won first time out this season. Down 2lbs from last time helps but is still 7lbs higher than that win in Oct. Each-way chance with good record fresh, but would need a career-best off this mark.

Back from break but runs well fresh and likes it here. Looks competitive with unexposed types. They'll all have to go a bit to beat this tough old campaiger. Ew chance.

Won two on the spin at Plumpton earlier this year and going the right way over hurdles. Ran into a fair sort last time at Newbury in a better race but did okay to come 4^th. Will need to settle a bit better than last time as took a bit of a hold that day. Another hot little race though so might be a big ask but is well at home and conditions are fine. Each-way.

A big gelding, who is ready to start his season. He should be making further progress this year. Relishes softer ground.

Is our first 2 year-old runner of the year so it's very difficult to know exactly how good he is. His work at home has been pleasing and he is switched on enough to run a nice race on debut.

Close second last time out at Lingfield and that came off around 5 months off so can be expected to have come of for that too. Well at home and the step up to 6f will be fine. Good draw in 3 and should not be far away. Rhys rides to claim 3lbs, but probably an e/w chance with the in-form Storm Asset the one to beat.

In great form at the moment - winning his last two well. Up another 4lbs for the last of those wins, which came here over this trip. Nice draw again in 1 too and freshened up with 3 weeks off. Can hopefully get out fast again and get well from the front. Confident of another big run.

All his form is here and he returns after a short break. Will probably come on for the run but has plenty of ability at this level and may yet have more to come.

Nazwa had been progressive until his most recent start when a wind issue was diagnosed and treated and this is his first run since. When Nazwa first arrived here he was a very sour horse, he can still be a bit grumpy in his stable but he’s completely different in his attitude now and he really seems to enjoy his jumping which has obviously helped him. He is a good work horse at home and he’s very slick over his hurdles, he will enjoy this ground.

Does have a habit of finishing second - has done just that in his last five races! Same mark again and Rhys rides this time to claim 3lbs, while we are trying the cheekpieces too. Can hopefully get off the mark but another solid e/w run on the cards.

Has shown consistent form here at Chelmsford - the 1m2f seems ideal too. He is drawn quite wide but hopefully he will be handy in a race that looks fairly weak. Jo Mason takes off a handy 3lbs too so we hope he has an e/w chance again.

Rare runner on the flat for us here. First run for the yard after coming from the Ron Harris team. An experienced sort and doesn't look badly-treated on old form. Has been running well and comes to us fit and well. But we'll learn more here today and is also first run here at the track. Small e/w chance.

Not been competitive in three handicaps for us since coming over from Ireland. Pulled up the last day at Chepstow but the better ground expected to help here today. Best watched though until we see more, but hopeful of a better run than last time. Wind Tor the obvious one to beat.

Multiple winner here and course specialist. This is his grade and he should be thereabouts if all goes well for him. Seems in great shape

Royal Lake hasn’t exactly set the world alight in his two runs so far, he’ll probably fare better once he’s handicapped and I intend to send him straight over fences after this. He looks as if he’d make a better chaser but he would have to show improved form in his next few races or he’ll be off to the sales in May along with any other horses owned by the late Trevor Hemmings that haven’t made the grade. He is a kind horse to deal with, he’s good to ride, he generally jumps well and he’s a very straightforward person in all aspects.

Continues to improve and won again at Lingfield last time out a month ago. Up just 3lbs here and has done well for a break. Similar race today and Rhys gets on well with him to claim another 3lbs. Just as good here at Kempton too and should have another leading chance.

Ran well enough here on last start and worth a try over further. Seems in good shape and well drawn but this is tougher than he has encountered for us so interestiung to see how he gets on.

Got a bit far behind on last start in a similar race but stayed on well. Better drawn tonight and knows more about it so should get involved if she gets a nice run round.

Former winning Pointer - has run two fair races in NH Flat contests, but is over hurdles for the first time here. Schooled well and going the right way. The Williams and George runners might be hard to beat though so just e/w claims. One to watch with some more experience over hurdles though.

Nice filly that is having her debut run here today. Will learn a lot from the run though and impossible to know anything about the others with every horse being a newcomer, but the betting suggest the Boughey runner is forward. Looking forward to a fair run though and small e/w chance in a race to probably avoid.

Wynter Wilde’s won a 4 runner race last time out that at the time looked like weak form, but I will have a large bet it turns out to be a decent race. The second has already won and both the other horses were fancied. My filly remains well treated on 63 and can go well today in a trappy race for the grade

Pulled up the last day here but we are replacing the cheekpieces with blinkers this time. 5lbs lower too and we feel he's much better than that recent run and will prefer the better ground here too. No shock to see a much better showing. Each-way.

Won here two run ago. This is a better race. If he can break well and settle he should go well again with a clear run.

Poor form in all starts for us but has looked more as if he is about to turn the corner recently. Needs everything to fall right but might go well as an outsider.

Has everything in his favour if anything like back to his best and generally runs well in these sort of races. Rider has won and been placed on him so no surprise to see them involved here and he seems in great shape.

The return to Lingfield is a plus being a past CD winner here and will also enjoy the step back up to a mile. Only 2lbs higher than last win too after coming down another 3lbs from his last run. Amateur riders' race though so probably not one to get too involved in, but at least our rider can claim 7lbs. Draw 11 is also not ideal so despite being well might be playing for places from that berth.

Consistent performer at the moment - finished in the top four in his last three races. Just touched off a head last time out here and so a similar run to that in a similar race here would see him have another decent e/w chance.

Nice horse that was a former winning Pointer that is having Rules debut here today. Won his only start in Points (Ire) and the form of that run has been boosted since too. Has done well since joining up and this looks a nice place to start him off. EW chance but the Henderson horse is the one to respect.

Back from a short break. Runs well fresh though. Competitive race and trip a tad on the short side for him, but could easily run into a place.

Third the last three times so a bit to prove. Down another pound here helps and the horses are running well at the moment. Conditions are fine, but only an e/w chance until we see a bit more improvement.

Won at Doncaster two runs back but couldn't back that up at Southwell last time. Back to Uttoxeter will suit though as a past CD winner here and the better ground will help too. Open race - each-way chance.

Sea the Clouds is out of an unraced half-sister to the Group 2 winner over 1m, Echo Of Light, and Listed 1m4 winner Akarem.  He is a full brother to My Mate Mozzie, who looks a smart individual.  Sea the Clouds was a good 2nd on his racecourse debut in a bumper at Fakenham, and ran to a similar level of form when 3rd at Ludlow last time out.  He has improved at home for the application of a tongue tie, and he should be capable of winning a bumper, and be competitive here.

Ran okay here the last day over 2m1f - just got tired in the closing stages. Therefore, the drop in trip will help and she's learning with each race. Probably has it to do though against the Olly Murphy runner, but we at least get a stone off that one.

Valamix is by Valirann (an Aga Khan bred sire - top rated 3yr old stayer in France in 2013), out of an unraced mare who is closely related to the black type performers The Duke's Speech (rated 130) and Bleak House (rated 128); her dam won a bumper and was out of half-sister to Grand Criterium (Grade 1) winner Danishkada.  Valamix hasn't shown on the track what he can do at home, but perhaps has had excuses.  He runs here in a tongue tie, and if he can reproduce what he does at home, then he looks massively over priced!

Not the most consistent performer but capable in a race like this and in the right grade. Last career win came here at Plumpton too and should find this a lot easier now dropped in grade. George Gorman also helps by taking off 7lbs, but has only had 6 career rides so still very much learning his trade. Should give him a nice spin though and Each-way chance.

Thrown in a bit at the deepend last time in the Imperial Cup at Sandown on debut run for us after coming over from France. Does have ability though, which is why we pitched him in that race first time. Into an easier contest here and the longer trip should help slow things down a bit. Will been to jump better than last time but will also be better for that run and should run a lot better here and go close to winning.

The legs aresn't quite as fast as they were but all the fires still burn. Back at his favourite track so we're hoping to go out on a high. He's been a wonderful horse with 10 wins from 64 starts and a real dude to have around the yard.

Has done absolutely nothing wrong so far and clearly loves his racing. He should love the ground and track today and I think he will be better on turf. He can go well in a hot race

Wasn’t actually beaten far the last day at Wolves - just over 3 lengths. Bit to prove though on the turf (0-from-9) and wide draw here in 11. But us down again - 3lbs lower than last time - and now only 2lbs higher than last win. Small e/w chance as should be picking up races this summer off this sort of mark.

Back to a bit of form last time at Carlisle on a track that probably doesn’t play to his strengths. Has come out of that race in great form ground should be ideal not many runners so hopefully he can build on his last run on a track that should suit better.

Pulled up the last twice so a bit to prove at the moment. Overnight rain is a help though and won well three run ago at Fontwell off this mark. Had a break since his last run and goes well fresh so that will help and seems well at home. Looks a hot little race though for the grade, but no shock to see him outrun his odds.

Open race and should have a fair chance now dropped back in trip. Didn’t really enjoy the longer trip at Fontwell the last day when a beaten favourite but before that had won well over this trip twice. Had a small break too and seems well for it. Nice prize and e/w chance here.

The Paul Nicholls horse to fear, but our 6 year-old has been running well of late and ran another solid race last time at Kempton (2^nd). Slight rise in grade here but we get 6lbs less in racing weight. Taking his racing well and should have another leading chance, but might need the Nicholls runner to run a bit below-par. On a plus, we get 11lbs from that horse!

Won impressively on stable debut and then everything went wrong at Newcastle last time out where a slow pace and too much daylight caught him out. This race will be run to suit and I expect a much better performance today.

Second runner in the race for us - has been doing well on the AW - won on debut for the yard at Southwell in Feb. One win from 7 on the grass before he came to us - trip and ground are fine, but looks a very open affair so Jonathan's claim of 5lbs a help.  Likes to get on with things so hoping for a nice break. Small e/w chance.

Only second run on the turf, but has won twice in the AW. Has had a small break since his last run in the middle of Feb getting ready for a turf campaign. Career-low mark helps but does need a step up on recent runs.

Been running okay on the AW, but is yet to win on those surfaces. Back to the grass here will help (2 wins) and stays further than this trip so we’ll be trying to make use of that. But probably not a race to get too involved in being an amateur riders’ race, with our jockey capable but only having had 11 rides.

Course winner that was back to form last time out at Sandown with a close second - the winner has since franked the form to win again and so off the same mark but with Niall taking off 3lbs this time we come here with a leading chance with the overnight rain a plus.

Second runner in the race for us and has a similar chance to our other runner - CD winner here too and is well after a few months off. Good draw in 2 as well and is eased slightly in grade which will help. Each-way.

Open race but we head here with a chance. CD winner at the track after winning well last time here. Up 6lbs for that but did it well. Likes to lead from the front and another bold show up top on the cards. Each-way.

Only fourth run for us. Only career win came on the grass so is yet to get off the mark on the AW. Career-low mark helps here and Jacks takes off another 3lbs, but does have a bit to answer.

First run for us after coming from the Mark Johnston yard - a nice horse that has settled in well and will be winning races for us. Gelded too since last run and only second run on the AW. We are also putting the cheekpieces on today to help him settle - not without an e/w chance.

3lbs lower than last time and we've a 3lb claimer on today too to help with the weight so gets in here with just 8-10 and gets weight all-round. Been running on the AW of late, but the return to the grass is a help as his best form is on the turf - actually has a 39% record of hitting the first three (from 28 runs) on the grass. More needed but certainly has more favourable conditions this time so no shock to see a better showing.

Should be competitive now he can tackle handicap company. Only slight negative is the wide draw.

Surrey Knight is a lovely horse in the making and is ready for his racecourse debut. 10 furlongs will be on the sharp side in the long run, but this is the perfect starting point for him as he will love the track and ground.

Looks our best chance on the day - a good winner at Sandown on debut for us since coming over from France and a repeat of that run should hopefully be good enough to go in again in a race that lacks depth.

Ejtilaab has been running really well in Dubai and definitely brings the best form to the race. However, this is a stepping stone to the all weather championships finals so there is no need for him to have a really hard race today.

Is better for a recent run at Fakenham and the step up in trip here will help, but into a Selling Hurdle today and taking on a few 110+ rated horses on near enough level terms is going to be tough.

Dropped into a Selling Hurdle here after a fair run at Fontwell last time out. Trip and ground are fine but does have a bit to find on these terms. The Skelton and Murphy runners look the ones to beat, so just small e/w chance really.

Pulled up the last day so a bit to prove - but the better ground and the shorter trip here will help, plus also dropped 3lbs here and has just 10-5 to carry which helps. Well at home, but taking on much younger legs here and need to see more from last time

Run well in two all weather maidens this year, narrowly denied last time. This looks tougher but she is likely to improve all year and no surprise to see her involved as an outsider.

Probably our best chance on the day - won well at Fontwell last time Saturday and despite being up 7lbs for that here did it well (8 lengths) and has taken that race well too. Similar race here so expected to be hard to beat.

Rose O'Hara is a half-sister to a 2m hurdle winner Rose To Fame, out of a bumper and multiple hurdle winner Cinderella Rose, who was a sister to the 143 rated Twelve Roses.  Rose O’Hara ran well to be placed in her first two bumpers last season but has taken time to come to hand this season.  She ran well enough on her hurdling debut in what turned out to be quite a good race, and then she struggled in deep ground in the depth of the winter when her wind caught her out.  She had a wind operation prior to being 4th in her third novice hurdle.  She has a realistic mark now making her handicap debut, and she should appreciate this step up in trip. 

Did really well last year to win three times but shot up the ratings as a result. A race too far last October so had a break since and seems well for it. Will be fine on the ground and is well at home so looking forward to a nice run. No matter what will improve for this though, but still no surprise to see a solid return.

Former fair flat performer in France but hasn't sparked yet for us over the sticks. Down another 5lbs here and only has 10-8 to carry so that's a help. We are also trying the visor today to see if that helps but overall has been a frustrating customer that we feel is better than what he's been showing.

Second runner in the race for us and probably our better chance. Third last time out to a horse that has since won again so the form looks solid. Is running 2lbs out of the handicap, so that's not ideal, but a similar race here and even though still looking for his first win over fences has only had 5 runs over the bigger obstacles and we feel the cheekpieces will help today too.

Needed the run last time but also lost a show in the race so actually didn't run too bad considering. 2lbs lower than last time and this is only his second run over fences so should have more to come. But overall a hard horse to win with (1-from-28) so really just be happy with a step forward here.

Arbennig is by the four-time Ascot Gold Cup winner, Yeats and out of a winning sister to the Grade 1 winning Rubi Light, who won the John Durkan Memorial Punchestown Chase, and was rated 168!  He was 3rd on his racecourse debut in a bumper at Hereford, in a race which is working out quite well. He hasn't quite clicked in three novice hurdles over 2m, but he's had a wind operation through the winter, and the step up in trip on handicap debut should bring about some improvement.  He jumps fences well, and that should help him too. 

Nikolayeva is a full sister to Timoshenko who won on hurdling debut for us, but then disappointed.  Nikolayeva was useful on the flat, and is a more straightforward individual than her brother.  She was a good 2nd on her hurdling debut at Ffos Las, and was a better 3rd last time at Lingfield in a couple of novice events through the winter.  She was 3rd over an inadequate trip on her handicap debut, and steps up markedly here.  She has a lot of weight to carry, and if she can handle that and the better ground, then she should be competitive.

Course winner that is back to his last winning mark. Trying him upped in trip here as he stayed on well the last day over 3m2f. Better ground is fine too and seems well after a small break. Each-way.

Likes it here at Huntingdon despite being pulled up here last time. Found that longer trip that day against her so the return to 2m4f will help. Cheekpieces are also on today and also the tongue-tie which we feel will help. Will also enjoy the firmer ground - but likely to be playing for places at best with the first two in the market hard to beat in a race that lacks depth.

Cornicello is a half-brother to various French winners, and his dam was a winning half-sister to a Group 2 winner over 1m6.  He won twice from 6 starts on the flat over 1m2 before arriving in the UK.  He has been placed in all four hurdle starts, and has a rating of 104.  He is getting a four year old weight allowance of 8lbs here, which actually brings him out as the highest rated in the race......so he definitely has a chance here.  I do think he'll improve for the spring ground too, so fingers crossed he can gain a deserved first victory over hurdles.

Rare runner over hurdles for us here. Experienced flat horse (24 runs) but is having his first run over hurdles here. Schools well though and his flat speed and the good ground will suit, but likely to find a few with more hurdles experience better this time, but still hopeful of fair run and no shock to see a top 3-4 finish.

Present Value is by Gold Well out of a Presenting dam, and is a half-brother to the World Hurdle winner, Paisley Park.  He is new to us this season but previously, he won a novice hurdle and was placed in a couple of competitive novice handicap chases.  However, he took a nasty fall at Newbury, and his form deteriorated afterwards.  Thankfully his confidence returned, and he won on his debut for us at Leicester before Christmas on soft ground.  The ground and the track was a bit too quick for him when beaten 9 lengths at Huntingdon, and he found 2m3 on the inner track at Carlisle too quick. The step up to 3m looks the right move but he might appreciate a softer surface.

Midnight Centurion is out of a half-sister to the very useful bumper/hurdle/chase winner Centasia; and from the family of De Soto who was 2nd in the Champion bumper, and 4th in the Supreme Novices.  Midnight Centurion was 2nd in both his bumper starts last season, and filled the runners up spot on his hurdling debut.  He didn't progress through the winter on a softer surface but back from a break, he looks to have every chance here stepped up in trip on good ground.

Fair bit to prove at the moment and is still looking for his first win over fences. Continues to drop down the ratings and is 6lbs lower than last time so that helps, but I'd prefer to see more on the track before being more confident.