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Post by dennisg on Nov 11, 2017 22:02:57 GMT
Saunter came with a decisive late flourish to win the Betfred November Handicap at Doncaster and complete a notable across-the-card double for trainer Ian Williams. Just moments after Williams had seen London Prize win the Grade Two Elite Hurdle at Wincanton, Saunter was delivered with a perfectly-timed run by Jim Crowley to lift the main Flat prize of the day. Storm King set out to make all with Steve Drowne setting only a moderate tempo through the early stages and he was still on the front end at the top of the straight. They were lining up to challenge in behind though, with favourite Royal Line making his bid for home with a quarter of a mile to run. However, his run began to falter with a furlong to run, just as Crowley was hitting top gear on Saunter (6-1), who sprinted away down the middle of the track. Chelsea Lad tried to go with him but had to settle for second, with Eddystone Rock third and Storm King a game fourth. Doncaster Racecourse ✔@doncasterraces 🏆 We spoke to trainer Ian Williams after Saunter won the @betfred November Handicap Stakes! 4:01 PM - Nov 11, 2017 Replies 4 4 Retweets 5 5 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy Williams said: "It's not a bad 20 minutes to have in any training career. It's lovely to do it on the flat and over jumps. "I think he's beaten quite a quality field. I thought he had a lot to do two furlongs out, but Jim has given him a great ride. "Michael Watts (owner) has been extremely supportive of me and has always given me a chance with decent horses. They are famous colours, so it's fantastic.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 11, 2017 22:04:45 GMT
Unowhatimeanharry dug deep to make a successful start to his campaign in the Read Noel Fehily At 188Bet Hurdle at Aintree. Just three runners went to post for the two-and-a-half-mile conditions event, but it was nevertheless an intriguing affair. Unowhatimeanharry lined up having won nine of his 10 starts since joining Harry Fry, suffering his only defeat when third in the Stayers' Hurdle at Cheltenham in March. He turned the tables on his Cheltenham conqueror Nichols Canyon at Punchestown in April and was the 8-11 favourite for his first start since on Merseyside. Barry Geraghty settled the JP McManus-owned nine-year-old in behind the front-running Top Notch, who was a leading novice chaser last season and was making his first appearance over the smaller obstacles since finishing fifth in the 2016 Champion Hurdle. The pace gradually increased and both horses, as well as the other participant Value At Risk, were in with a chance at the final flight. Top Notch was the first to give way and Unowhatimeanharry's stamina kicked in in the final furlong as he pulled a length and a half clear of Value At Risk. Speaking from Wincanton, Fry told ITV Racing: "It was a bonus really in terms of he was well at home and the race fitted in well, so we thought why not run? "It's good he's gone up there and got his head in front. "It's a great start to the season." Geraghty told Racing UK: "That was good. It was a nice race to pick for him. "Two-and-a-half on his first run (of the season) was sharp enough, but it was good for him. "He didn't have a gruelling race. We picked up well in the straight and it rode like a smart race. "The intention was to go straight to Newbury (Long Distance Hurdle, December 1), but he just came to himself. "He was keen enough and he'd have been sitting on his hands for the next few weeks, so why not come here as a nice little prep?"
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 12, 2017 9:21:49 GMT
Sunday: going, weather & non-runners Ffos Las GOING: SOFT (Heavy in places) (GoingStick 5.9) WEATHER: Cloudy NON RUNNERS: 2:00 The Sweeney (8) 2:30 Fair To Middling (8) 3:40 Beallandendall (5)Walden Prince (2) 4:10 Boutan (6) Navan GOING: SOFT TO HEAVY (Heavy in places) WEATHER: Sunny Sandown GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Good in places on Hurdle course; GoingStick: Chase 6.2, Hurdle 6.5) (Rail movements: R1 +35yds, R2 +25yds, R4 & 6 +30yds and R3, 5 & 7 +20yds) WEATHER: Cloudy NON RUNNERS: 12:45 Stonemadforspeed (11) 2:55 Gregarious (13)Ardamir (9) 3:30 It's A Gimme (7)
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 12, 2017 9:22:28 GMT
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Lakemilan 3:20 Navn attheraces.com, Lawrence Taylor +35.88 Jameson 1:20 Sand sportinglife.com +12.68 Wenyerreadyfreddie 2:55 Sand Racing UK, The Score +11.69 Maria's Benefit 2:55 Sand Racing Post, Spotlight +10.7 Wenyerreadyfreddie 2:55 Sand Daily Telegraph, Marlborough +8.71 Jer's Girl 1:40 Navn Weekender, Paul Kealy +7 Absolute Power 2:00 Ffos Glasgow Evening Times, Jeffrey Ross +3.78 Garo De Juilley 2:55 Sand Scottish Sun, Jim Delahunt +3.69 Houblon Des Obeaux 3:30 Sand Sheffield Star, Fortunatus +2.75 Jameson 1:20 Sand Gloucestershire Echo, Melissa Jones +2.26 Solighoster 1:30 Ffos Racing Post, West Country +2.03 Bonobo 3:40 Ffos Daily Mirror, Newsboy -0.42 Jameson 1:20 Sand The Guardian -0.84 Baden 1:20 Sand Chester Leader, Charlie Croasdale -0.96 Capeland 12:45 Sand The Sun, Templegate -1.79 Bastien 12:45 Sand Sky Sports News, Alex Hammond -1.9 Double Ross 3:30 Sand Oxford Mail, Mark Edwards -2.38 Bally Gilbert 1:20 Sand The Irish Field, Rory Delargy -2.83 Bastien 12:45 Sand Racing Post, Lambourn -2.84 Bastien 12:45 Sand Racing and Football Outlook -2.89 Irish Prophecy 1:50 Sand Western Morning News, West Tip -3 Irish Prophecy 1:50 Sand Yorkshire Evening Post, Lee Sobot -3.94 Bastien 12:45 Sand Sunday Express, Jason Heavey -3.97 Deauville Crystal 1:20 Sand Yorkshire Post, The Duke -4.31 Prime Venture 3:05 Ffos Daily Mail, Robin Goodfellow -4.5 Prime Venture 3:05 Ffos Racing Post, RP Ratings -4.86 Double Ross 3:30 Sand Scottish Express, Chris Goulding -6 Casper King 1:20 Sand Wolverhampton Express & Star, Andrew Bladen -6 Footpad 2:45 Navn Morning Star, Farringdon -6 Johns Luck 2:30 Ffos Liverpool Echo, Chris Wright -6.38 Juge Et Parti 2:00 Ffos Sunday Telegraph, Whistler -7.18 Prime Venture 3:05 Ffos Daily Star Sunday, Moorestyle -7.75 Fidux 2:55 Sand Racing Post, Postdata -8 It's A Gimme 3:30 Sand Blackpool Gazette, Steve Simpson -8.15 Icantsay 12:35 Navn The Irish Sun -9 Maria's Benefit 2:55 Sand Shropshire Star, Andy Morris -9.25 Pete The Feat 3:30 Sand The Sun On Sunday, Sirius -9.56 Sword Of Fate 2:55 Sand Daily Record, Garry Owen -9.68 Fidux 2:55 Sand The Star, Patrick Weaver -9.79 Prime Venture 3:05 Ffos Sunday Mail, Rockavon -10 Bonobo 3:40 Ffos Daily Express, The Scout -10.07 Wenyerreadyfreddie 2:55 Sand Glasgow Herald, PicksfromthePaddock -10.22 Might Bite 2:20 Sand Belfast Newsletter, Wise Owl -10.38 The Butcher Said 4:00 Sand Daily Post, Mercury -11.25 Irish Prophecy 1:50 Sand The Times, Rob Wright -11.25 Irish Prophecy 1:50 Sand The Press, York, Ebor -12 Monbeg Oscar 2:55 Sand The Scotsman, Glendale -12.99 Capeland 12:45 Sand Irish Post, Karl Hedley -16
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 12, 2017 9:26:25 GMT
BANKER
The Butcher Said (4.00 Sandown)
Ran a very good race when second of 23 on debut for former trainer Emmet Mullins and the form of that race is working out well – the winner, third and fourth have won since. Bought at Goffs for €135,000 by current connections and looks to repay some of his price-tag straight away. The four-year-old could be a very useful hurdler if trainer Warren Greatrex goes down that route with him after he's successful here.
10/11 The Butcher Said 4:00 Sandown EYECATCHER
Jameson (1.20 Sandown)
Showed some good form last season for Nicky Henderson and ran well to finish second behind a classy type on chase debut for Nigel Twiston-Davies last month. The winner, West Approach, has rating of 157 and was only giving 3lb to Jameson, who is rated 28lb lower. However, the unexposed five-year-old got within five lengths. This represents a much easier task and he should go close.
7/2 Jameson 1:20 Sandown IRISH ANGLE
Champagne Pat (3.20 Navan)
Sent off big prices since winning a 19-runner maiden hurdle at Gowran Park last November, Champagne Pat ran a career-best last time out when second behind reopposing rival Lex Talionis at Punchestown. The Jonathan Sweeney-trained four-year-old was always prominent and looked like holding off a number of challenges but just got run out of it close home. He's 2lb better off with Lex Talionis here for a neck defeat, and can record his second career success.
6/1 Champagne Pat 3:20 Navan Let our experts point you in the direction of the winners with invaluable punting pointers delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up here to get our free newsletter every week
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 12, 2017 9:26:59 GMT
Fergal O’Brien is the leading trainer at Sandown with seven winners from 17 runners, a 41 per cent strike-rate. When teaming up with Paddy Brennan, that rises to 50 per cent and they combine with Mercy Mercy Me (4.00).
Kim Bailey is the leading course trainer at Ffos Las with ten winners from 31 runners, a 32 per cent strike-rate. When combining with David Bass their record increases to 50 per cent. They team up with Wandrin Star (2.00).
Tom Lacey has a 27 per cent strike-rate with his handicap debutants with six winners from 22 runners. Backing each of those runners to a £1 level-stake would have yielded a profit of £23. He saddles Sword Of Fate in the 2.55 at Sandown.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 12, 2017 9:27:43 GMT
Lambourn: James Burn
Bastien (12.45 Sandown, nap)
Capable sort who starts handicapping off a fair mark and has been pleasing trainer Alan King at home.
Others to follow Ffos Las 2.00 Mulcahys Hill, 3.05 Lovenormoney. Sandown 1.20 Baden, 1.50 Irish Prophecy, 2.20 Might Bite, 2.55 Fidux, 4.00 The Butcher Said.
10/3 Bastien 12:45 Sandown West Country: Andrew King
Solighoster (1.30 Ffos Las, nap)
Makes debut over fences but always gave the impression chasing would be his game and he can open his account.
Others to follow Sandown 12.45 Capeland, 1.20 Chalonnial, 1.50 Leapaway, 2.20 As De Mee, 2.55 Garo De Juilley, 3.30 Third Intention, 4.00 Ostuni. Ffos Las 2.30 Johns Luck, 3.05 Act Now, 3.40 Bredon Hill Lad.
11/4 Solighoster 1:30 Ffos Las Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Prime Venture (3.05 Ffos Las, nap)
Rounded off last season by finishing runner-up to the smart Mia's Storm in a competitive Haydock handicap and should take all the beating off the same mark on his return.
11/8 Prime Venture 3:05 Ffos Las Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Atlantic Storm (2.55 Sandown)
A decisive Bangor winner in March, he was a beaten favourite over a longer trip the following month but is worth another chance on his seasonal return.
5/1 Atlantic Storm 2:55 Sandown Longshot: Ed Quigley
Royal Irish Hussar (12.45 Sandown)
Shaped as though he needed his recent comeback run, and dropped to a career-low mark, he looks capable of getting in the mix.
10/1 Royal Irish Hussar 12:45 Sandown Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Aa Bee See (12.35 Navan)
A recent winner on the Flat at Fairyhouse, the Niall Madden-trained four-year-old handles testing ground well as he showed last time and when winning a 2m4f handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse in April. He could still be well treated and gets the vote to land today's 2m6f handicap under Mark Walsh.
10/3 Aa Bee See 12:35 Navan There are no tips from the North or Newmarket today
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 12, 2017 9:28:52 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 12, 2017 16:26:03 GMT
Sandown Park, 12 Nov 17 Race 1 - 12:45pm THE ATP TENNIS AT 188BET CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) On the run to the line the winner, GOLAN FORTUNE (IRE), shifted marginally right-handed taking CAPELAND (FR), placed fourth, and in turn, SUNNYTAHLIATEIGAN (IRE), placed second, off their intended lines, but it was found that no riding offence was involved and it had not improved the placing of GOLAN FORTUNE (IRE).
The winner, GOLAN FORTUNE (IRE), appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Cheltenham on 27 October 2017, where the gelding finished fifteenth of 21, beaten by 26 lengths. The trainer’s explanation that the gelding jumped better on this occasion, and was better suited by a slower run race on Good to Soft, Soft in places going, was noted. GOLAN FORTUNE (IRE) was routine tested.
The sponsorship in relation to PADDYS RUNNER, trained by Graeme McPherson, did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. McPherson was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
Race 2 - 1:20pm THE RUGBY BETTING AT 188BET NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Following the race, Aidan Coleman reported that QUALANDO (FR), which was pulled up, was never travelling.
Race 3 - 1:50pm THE DOWNLOAD THE APP AT 188BET MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held into the start of this race to consider why the field were slow to start once the tape had released, as a consequence giving the winner, IRISH PROPHECY (IRE) an apparently soft lead. Harry Skelton, the rider of CAPTAIN SIMON (IRE), unplaced, Aidan Coleman, the rider of DESERT CROSS, unplaced, Richard Johnson, the rider of LEAPAWAY (IRE), unplaced, Richie McLernon, the rider of LORD MARMADUKE, unplaced, Bridget Andrews, the rider of RESILIENCY (IRE), placed third, Wayne Hutchinson, the rider of SECOND TIME AROUND, placed fourth, Dave Crosse, the rider of TRUST THE MAN (IRE), placed second, and David England, the rider of BISOUBISOU, unplaced, were interviewed along with the Starters. The riders all explained that they had been instructed to drop-in, get a lead and get their horses to finish the race. Their explanations were noted.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that CAPTAIN SIMON (RE), unplaced, had lost its left-fore shoe.
Race 5 - 2:55pm THE PLAY CASINO AT 188BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) Permission was given for ZULU OSCAR to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
WOLFCATCHER (IRE) was late in the Parade Ring due to Ian Williams having trouble fitting the tongue strap.
Following the race, Tom Lacey reported that SWORD OF FATE (IRE), unplaced, was unsuited by the going which was Good to Soft, Soft in places, and would prefer a quicker surface.
Race 7 - 4:00pm THE BET £10 GET £20 AT 188BET STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) THE BUTCHER SAID (IRE) wore earplugs during the race, and LEGEND OF FRANCE was given permission to be mounted in the chute.
Following the race, Sean Houlihan reported that LEGEND OF FRANCE, unplaced, ran green. View Stewards report Ffos Las, 12 Nov 17 Race 4 - 2:30pm THE BAYLISS METALS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) The winner, STEEL NATIVE (IRE), appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Ffos Las on 22 June 2017, where the gelding was pulled up. The trainer’s explanation that STEEL NATIVE (IRE) needed a break and has come back fresh was noted. The gelding was routine tested.
Race 6 - 3:40pm THE VICTORIAN SLIDERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for SPOCK (FR) to go early to post.
Following the race the performance of BONOBO (IRE) which started favourite and was pulled up, was considered. Evan Williams’s explanation that the gelding is an inconsistent performer was noted. BONOBO (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 7 - 4:10pm THE WALTERS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The winner TIMELY GIFT (IRE), appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Stratford on 2 October 2017 where the gelding finished seventh of thirteen, beaten 27 ¼ lengths on good ground. The trainer’s explanation that the gelding was suited by the softer ground on this occasion was noted.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 12, 2017 19:57:06 GMT
Monday: going, weather & non-runners Carlisle GOING: SOFT (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick: Chs 6.9; Hdl 6.8) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy Kempton GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Good in places) (GoingStick: Chs 6.4; Hdl 6.3) (Rail movements: R1 & 7 +11y, R2 & 6 +64y, R3 & 5 +15y and R4 +81y) WEATHER: Mostly sunny Southwell (AW) GOING: FIBRESAND: STANDARD WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 5f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:45 Clouded Gold (1)
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 13, 2017 6:49:52 GMT
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Lakemilan 3:20 Navn attheraces.com, Lawrence Taylor +35.88 Jameson 1:20 Sand sportinglife.com +12.68 Wenyerreadyfreddie 2:55 Sand Racing UK, The Score +11.69 Maria's Benefit 2:55 Sand Racing Post, Spotlight +10.7 Wenyerreadyfreddie 2:55 Sand Daily Telegraph, Marlborough +8.71 Jer's Girl 1:40 Navn Weekender, Paul Kealy +7 Absolute Power 2:00 Ffos Glasgow Evening Times, Jeffrey Ross +3.78 Garo De Juilley 2:55 Sand Scottish Sun, Jim Delahunt +3.69 Houblon Des Obeaux 3:30 Sand Sheffield Star, Fortunatus +2.75 Jameson 1:20 Sand Gloucestershire Echo, Melissa Jones +2.26 Solighoster 1:30 Ffos Racing Post, West Country +2.03 Bonobo 3:40 Ffos Daily Mirror, Newsboy -0.42 Jameson 1:20 Sand The Guardian -0.84 Baden 1:20 Sand Chester Leader, Charlie Croasdale -0.96 Capeland 12:45 Sand The Sun, Templegate -1.79 Bastien 12:45 Sand Sky Sports News, Alex Hammond -1.9 Double Ross 3:30 Sand Oxford Mail, Mark Edwards -2.38 Bally Gilbert 1:20 Sand The Irish Field, Rory Delargy -2.83 Bastien 12:45 Sand Racing Post, Lambourn -2.84 Bastien 12:45 Sand Racing and Football Outlook -2.89 Irish Prophecy 1:50 Sand Western Morning News, West Tip -3 Irish Prophecy 1:50 Sand Yorkshire Evening Post, Lee Sobot -3.94 Bastien 12:45 Sand Sunday Express, Jason Heavey -3.97 Deauville Crystal 1:20 Sand Yorkshire Post, The Duke -4.31 Prime Venture 3:05 Ffos Daily Mail, Robin Goodfellow -4.5 Prime Venture 3:05 Ffos Racing Post, RP Ratings -4.86 Double Ross 3:30 Sand Scottish Express, Chris Goulding -6 Casper King 1:20 Sand Wolverhampton Express & Star, Andrew Bladen -6 Footpad 2:45 Navn Morning Star, Farringdon -6 Johns Luck 2:30 Ffos Liverpool Echo, Chris Wright -6.38 Juge Et Parti 2:00 Ffos Sunday Telegraph, Whistler -7.18 Prime Venture 3:05 Ffos Daily Star Sunday, Moorestyle -7.75 Fidux 2:55 Sand Racing Post, Postdata -8 It's A Gimme 3:30 Sand Blackpool Gazette, Steve Simpson -8.15 Icantsay 12:35 Navn The Irish Sun -9 Maria's Benefit 2:55 Sand Shropshire Star, Andy Morris -9.25 Pete The Feat 3:30 Sand The Sun On Sunday, Sirius -9.56 Sword Of Fate 2:55 Sand Daily Record, Garry Owen -9.68 Fidux 2:55 Sand The Star, Patrick Weaver -9.79 Prime Venture 3:05 Ffos Sunday Mail, Rockavon -10 Bonobo 3:40 Ffos Daily Express, The Scout -10.07 Wenyerreadyfreddie 2:55 Sand Glasgow Herald, PicksfromthePaddock -10.22 Might Bite 2:20 Sand Belfast Newsletter, Wise Owl -10.38 The Butcher Said 4:00 Sand Daily Post, Mercury -11.25 Irish Prophecy 1:50 Sand The Times, Rob Wright -11.25 Irish Prophecy 1:50 Sand The Press, York, Ebor -12 Monbeg Oscar 2:55 Sand The Scotsman, Glendale -12.99 Capeland 12:45 Sand Irish Post, Karl Hedley -16
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 13, 2017 6:53:46 GMT
Lambourn: James Burn
Mr Whipped (12.50 Kempton, nap)
A novice hurdle at Kempton usually means Nicky Henderson is the man to side with and the champion trainer can strike with this well-regarded once-raced Irish point winner, who has shown bags of potential at home.
Others to follow Kempton 1.20 Eyesopenwideawake,1.50 Duke Debarry, 2.25 Three Ways, 2.55 Maestro Royal, 3.30 Whisper, 4.00 Salto Chisco.
SP Mr Whipped 12:50 Kempton West Country: Tim Mitchell
Brio Conti (1.30 Carlisle, nap)
Progressed into a useful 145-rated hurdler but always considered to be a better proposition when switching his attention to fences. Reckoned to have been found an ideal opportunity to open his account.
Others to follow Kempton 1.20 Full, 1.50 Secret Investor, 2.25 Give Me A Copper, 2.55 Bags Groove, 3.30 Clan Des Obeaux.
SP Brio Conti 1:30 Carlisle Newmarket: David Milnes
Tasaaboq (1.40 Southwell, nap)
Ran a great race to be second over course and distance on his penultimate start and should prosper back here after being run off his feet at Wolverhampton last time.
Others to follow Southwell 12.40 Line Of Beauty, 1.10 Rite To Reign, 3.20 Absolutely Awesome
15/2 Tasaaboq 1:40 Southwell (AW) North: Colin Russell
Argentix (3.10 Carlisle, nap)
Ex-French seven-year-old who was a good second at Perth on his stable debut in July and, although up in the weights, is fancied to go one better this time.
Others to follow Carlisle 1.00 Canny Style, 1.30 Shades Of Midnight, 2.05 Viserion, 2.35 Nuts Well, 3.40 Ulsterman. Southwell 1.10 Gabrial's Star, 1.40 Ticks The Boxes, 2.15 Shearian, 3.20 Roaring Rory, 3.50 Llewellyn.
10/3 Argentix 3:10 Carlisle Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Viserion (2.05 Carlisle)
Ran to a rating in excess of 130 when winning by a wide-margin over course and distance in February and would be tough to beat off 119 if in similar form here.
15/2 Viserion 2:05 Carlisle Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Derintoher Yank (2.35 Carlisle)
Recorded a personal best when scoring over course and distance last month and Donald McCain's six-year-old thrives at this time of the year.
SP Derintoher Yank 2:35 Carlisle Longshot: Ed Quigley
Viserion (2.05 Carlisle)
Lacklustre comeback run but won on his only start over course and distance and ground will suit. Looks capable of going well off 119.
15/2 Viserion 2:05 Carlisle There are no Ireland tips on Monday
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 13, 2017 6:54:37 GMT
When Donald McCain and Will Kennedy team up at Carlisle it’s worth taking note as they have a 27 per cent strike-rate at the venue. They combine with recent course-and-distance winner Derintoher Yank (2.35).
Harry Bannister rides well at Kempton and has a 31 per cent strike-rate at the course. He goes there for one ride, Eyesopenwideawake (1.20), who is making his handicap debut.
Neil Mulholland has a 57 per cent strike-rate at Southwell. He runs two, the pick of whom is American Patrol (2.15).
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 13, 2017 6:55:51 GMT
Kings Tempest
4.00 Kempton
Looks potentially well handicapped on several lines of form, and 2m round Kempton should prove ideal for him.
King’s Tempest has contested races won by Thistlecrack and Jollyallan, so he really ought to hit the target off a mark of 110.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 13, 2017 7:44:14 GMT
in today's sporting life................ Mercurial but talented chaser Might Bite laid down a platform for a King George VI Chase challenge when winning on his reappearance at Sandown on Sunday. Nicky Henderson's eight-year-old was sent off 4/9 favourite for the 188Bet Future Stars Intermediate Chase at Sandown and he jumped really well, especially over the Railway Fences, on his way to a comfortable victory. He won two Grade One races last term, including when idling and veering markedly to his right in the RSA Chase before getting back up to beat stablemate Whisper in dramatic circumstances at the Cheltenham Festival. Prior to that he fell at the last in the Kauto Star Novices' Chase at Kempton when miles clear of his rivals on Boxing Day. However, there was to be no misbehaving or drama on Sunday as he put in a professional round of jumping on his way to an easy victory under Nico de Boinville. Sky Bet trimmed Might Bite to 3/1 from 7/2 for the on Boxing Day and to 8/1 from 10/1 for the next March. Racing UK ✔@racing_UK A good round of jumping from Might Bite who wins on his seasonal debut @sandownpark. Results ▶️ bit.ly/2w8fYfO 2:33 PM - Nov 12, 2017 4 4 Replies 42 42 Retweets 84 84 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy "Job done. I'm happy with that," De Boinville told Racing UK. "He was very fresh and well going down to the first. I felt I had to take it (the running) up when I did just because he was enjoying himself so much. "He'll come on bundles for that. The big fences played to his strengths. He was pretty straightforward and he'll come on loads for that. I really like him. "He's got so much scope for improvement that I think he'll be even better than he was last year."
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Post by dennisg on Nov 13, 2017 7:46:22 GMT
Ben Linfoot heads to the final race at Kempton on Monday for the Sporting Life Daily Nap and he's backing a course and distance winner to do the business again. Recommended bet: Sporting Life's Daily Nap, November 13 SALTO CHISCO looked in really good form over fences at Huntingdon eight days ago and he'll be tough to beat if translating that sort of performance to the smaller obstacles at Kempton on Monday. Better ground at Huntingdon looked key to his success and he travelled strongly that day, easing clear on the run-in off a chasing mark of 113. That's the identical rating he runs off over hurdles on Monday and the ground, as it so often is at Kempton, looks on the good side again so that will be right up Salto Chisco's street. In the middle of May he won a handicap hurdle at Kempton off a 6lb lower mark, overcoming trouble in-running with a sustained late challenge to land the spoils, and this looks a good opportunity to get another win at the track on his record. Daily Nap record: +15.18pts
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Post by dennisg on Nov 13, 2017 7:48:07 GMT
Apple's Jade made an excellent reappearance in the Grade 2 Lismullen Hurdle for Gordon Elliott and Jack Kennedy on Sunday. Apple's Jade made a pleasing reappearance when leading all the way to dispatch three rivals in the Lismullen Hurdle. The multiple Grade One-winning mare made light of a 7lb penalty to complete a quick big-race double for Elliott, Kennedy and owners Gigginstown House Stud. Jer's Girl looked a danger from three out but the class of Apple's Jade kicked in from the last and, despite having her first race for 197 days, the 8-15 favourite was able to win by two lengths. "That's grand as she normally gets beat the first day," said Elliott. "I'd imagine she'll go to Fairyhouse now (for the Hatton's Grace), obviously I'll speak to Michael and Eddie (O'Leary). "It's grand to get that out of the way. She's tough. He was able to make the running on her and keep it simple. "Jack said she'll come on from it. She's busy enough at home and does everything in front on her own but that's just the way she is." On her tendency to jump slightly right, Elliott said: "She was just idling and I wouldn't worry about that. "He said if she had something to make her competitive she'd be OK." Khan looks classy Mengli Khan looked a bright prospect when hardly coming out of second gear to win the Grade Three For Auction Novice Hurdle at Navan. The four-year-old showed he had come on for his success over the course and distance in September with a fluent display. Jack Kennedy produced the Gordon Elliott-trained gelding to join the leader Stratum four flights from home and the 5-4 favourite pulled away without being asked a serious question to score by four lengths. Morgan, the winner's stablemate, was third. "I think he's a good horse," said Elliott. "He was good there and I'd say he'll go for the Royal Bond - he's a two-miler. He's got loads of boot and I'd say a better race might suit him better. "Jack said they didn't go quick enough, but he was grand." Four-timer for Gigginstown team Clarcam (7-2) completed a big-race hat-trick for Gigginstown, Elliott and Kennedy with a battling display in the Fortria Chase. The seven-year-old dug deep to beat long-time leader Alisier D'Irlande after being held up in the early stages. Fine Rightly was third. Kennedy said: "He runs well fresh and I was hoping he'd run well. "It's great that he's done the job." Elliott said: "That's brilliant. I was going to go point-to-pointing with him but saw it was a small entry in the race the other day and said we'd enter him. "If he never wins another race again he's done us proud. He's a grand horse. "I probably should retire him now on that because he's a brilliant horse and we're very, very lucky to have him. "I was thinking of getting a hunter cert this weekend for him as I thought it would be an easier road for him. "He's a little star. He's won two Grade Ones. He's only seven but he's been around a long time. "I'm not sure where we'll go with him now." The County Meath handler and Gigginstown had a fourth winner through Invincible Cave (7-4), who took the bumper under Lisa O'Neill.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 13, 2017 7:50:00 GMT
Nick Robson previews Monday's racing with Whisper having a golden opportunity to start his season with a victory at Kempton. The most competitive race of the day at Kempton is the Pertemps Network Handicap Hurdle, a qualifier for the Final at Cheltenham in March, and Ben Pauling's Le Breuil looks interesting. He won two out of four last season and Pauling could not hide the regard in which he held him, so much so he threw him in at the deep end in Grade One company at Aintree. That run was simply too bad to be true - there is a chance it all just came too soon for him - but as a result the handicapper could not react. Reappearing this season off a mark of 139, he should be able to do some damage against plenty of exposed rivals. Nicky Henderson could barely have hand-picked a better starting point for Whisper than the Weatherbys General Stud Book Online Graduation Chase. Second twice to mercurial stablemate Might Bite in the RSA Chase and the Mildmay Novices' Chase, he was clearly the second-best staying novice chaser last term. Despite having plenty in hand on the figures, he meets his select few rivals off level weights and this should put him spot on for the Ladbrokes Trophy. If Paul Nicholls sends Brio Conti all the way to Carlisle for the Compare Bookies @ bookies.com Novices' Chase the hint should be taken. The grey is one of Nicholls' big hopes for this season after beating the useful Divine Spear and finishing a decent fifth in Grade One company over hurdles. Nicholls has wasted no time in sending him over fences and he looks potentially top class. Boots And Spurs is back in good form and looks sure to run his race in the Sunbets Handicap at Southwell. Trained by Scott Dixon, Boots And Spurs is now eight and has plenty of miles on the clock, but he has won his fair share of races. He is the sort of year-round horse an owner can only dream about, yet looking at his mark on the all-weather compared to the turf, he looks extremely well-in for this race. Having won at Ripon in June off 78, he struggled with marks in the 80s thereafter before he dropped back to 77 and won again at Catterick in October, going close again off 81 on his return there last time out. Given the disparity between his two ratings, he is almost a stone lower for this and while he is not as good on the Fibresand, he did win on it a couple of years ago and the excellent Jamie Gormley gets a good tune out of him. Dixon's Nellie's Dancer will surely never have a better chance of getting off the mark than in the Betway Maiden Stakes. While she has only limited ability, that comment also certainly applies to her rivals here. Nicola Currie is making the news for the right reasons and she teams up with Richard Hughes' The Big Lad in the Betway Apprentice Classified Claiming Stakes. Second in a a claimer at Windsor last time out, he runs off the same mark here and, strictly on the figures, should be going very close indeed. Sporting Life Suggestions CARLISLE: 1.00 Spin The Coin, 1.30 Brio Conti, 2.05 Newstart, 2.35 King's Odyssey, 3.10 Argentix, 3.40 Just Bobby. KEMPTON: 12.50 Irish Prophecy, 1.20 Full, 1.50 Earth Storm, 2.25 Give Me A Copper, 2.55 Le Breuil, 3.30 Whisper, 4.00 Magic Dancer. SOUTHWELL: 12.40 Swiss Vinnare, 1.10 Hurricane Hollow, 1.40 Bold Spirit, 2.15 BOOTS AND SPURS (NAP), 2.45 Nellie's Dancer, 3.20 The Big Lad, 3.50 Our Place In Loule. DOUBLE: Boots And Spurs and Le Breuil.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 13, 2017 18:55:23 GMT
Carlisle, 13 Nov 17 Race 1 - 1:00pm THE COMPARE HORSE RACING ODDS @ bookies.com NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Derek Fox reported that VINO'S CHOICE (IRE), unplaced, ran too free. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 2 - 1:30pm THE COMPARE BOOKIES @ bookies.com NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Sean Bowen, the rider of the winner BRIO CONTI (FR) was suspended for 2 days for using his whip in the incorrect place approaching the winning line.
Race 3 - 2:05pm THE VISIT THE ALL NEW racinguk.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier for the Northern Lights Two Mile Hurdle Series) It was noted that turning into the home straight, MEADOWCROFT BOY, unplaced, shifted slightly right onto the winner RHYMERS STONE, which in turn slightly moved BAHRIKATE, placed third, right handed onto VISERION, unplaced, and as a result caused SMART RULER (IRE) to be short of room on the rails and clip heels. However, having viewed a recording of the incident it was found that it did not involve a riding offence.
Kieron Edgar, the rider of MEADOWCROFT BOY, placed second, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip after the final hurdle without allowing his mount time to respond.
Brian Hughes reported that IDDER (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 4 - 2:35pm THE COMPARE BOOKMAKERS @ bookmakers.co.uk GRADUATION STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Maurice Barnes reported that JOVIAL JOEY (IRE), which was pulled up, lost its tongue strap during the race, which he considered to have effected the geldings performance.
Race 5 - 3:10pm THE BET AT racinguk.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier for the Northern Lights Middle Distance Chase Series) Permission was given for BROTHER SCOTT to be mounted in the chute.
Sam Coltherd reported that ACHILL ROAD BOY (IRE), placed third, hung left turning into the home straight.
Race 6 - 3:40pm THE COMPARE FREE BETS @ freebets.org STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) It was noted that turning out of the back straight, SHAMILAN (IRE), placed third, shifted slightly right causing TEKAP (FR), unplaced, to be short of room on the rail, and whilst dropping back causing interference to KATESON, placed second. However, having viewed a recording of the incident it was found that it did not involve a riding offence. View Stewards report Kempton Park, 13 Nov 17 Fixture Note Following Race 1 the going was changed to Good, Good to Soft in places (from Good to Soft, Good in places) Race 1 - 12:50pm THE JOHN AND JOSIE CELEBRATION NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) MR WHIPPED (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Race 2 - 1:20pm THE BetVictor STEEPLE CHASE (A NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 4) RAMORE WILL (IRE), trained by Chris Gordon, failed to enter the parade ring as the gelding had spread a plate and had to be re-shod.
EYESOPENWIDEAWAKE (IRE) wore earplugs.
Race 3 - 1:50pm THE BetVictor GOLDEN GOAL NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) SECRET INVESTOR, trained by Paul Nicholls, was late in the Parade Ring due to the gelding being very difficult to saddle.
EARTH STORM (IRE), ridden by Nick Scholfield, jumped the inspection hurdle prior to the start. Scholfield’s explanation that the gelding took a firm hold when he went to show it the hurdle and jumped it despite his best efforts to restrain it, was accepted.
DUKE DEBARRY (IRE) was kicked at the start but after being examined by a Veterinary Surgeon the gelding was deemed fit to run. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 2:55pm THE PERTEMPS NETWORK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (SERIES QUALIFIER) Permission was given for SNEAKY FEELING (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring only.
Race 6 - 3:30pm THE WEATHERBYS GENERAL STUD BOOK ONLINE GRADUATION STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) WHISPER (FR) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Race 7 - 4:00pm THE BetVictor PROUD SUPPORTERS OF GREATWOOD CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for KING'S TEMPEST to be mounted on the track and go early to post.
Ciaran Gethings reported that STONECOLDSOBA, unplaced, pulled up sore. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report Southwell, 13 Nov 17 Race 1 - 12:40pm THE BETWAY MEDIAN AUCTION MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for BORN FOR CHAMPAGNE (IRE) to be led early to post.
Eoin Walsh reported that SOMEPINK (IRE), unplaced, hung left throughout.
Race 2 - 1:10pm THE BETWAY STAYERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) The representative of Neil Mulholland reported that SLEEP EASY, unplaced, had a breathing problem and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities. Fran Berry reported that GIANT REDWOOD (IRE), which was pulled up, stopped quickly as if something was amiss and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 1:40pm THE BETWAY DASH HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for FIRST EXCEL to go early to post.
Eoin Walsh reported that BIG AMIGO (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 2:15pm THE SUNBETS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Approximately 1½ furlongs out, STRAIGHT AWAY, unplaced, hung quickly left shifting SHEARIAN, unplaced, off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 5 - 2:45pm THE BETWAY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Michael Appleby was fined £650 for doubly declaring CLOUDED GOLD to run in the BETWAY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) at Southwell and the BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) at Southwell, and the gelding ran in the latter.
Approximately 4 furlongs out, LYIN EYES, placed fourth, edged right, carrying EXCELLENT WORLD (IRE), placed second, onto the winner, KNOW THE TRUTH, which hampered RED SHANGHAI (IRE), unplaced, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 6 - 3:20pm THE BETWAY APPRENTICE CLASSIFIED CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for TAN to go early to post.
The Starter reported that RED FLUTE, trained by Michael Appleby, broke out of the stalls and was withdrawn at 3:21pm. The trainer was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Race 7 - 3:50pm THE BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) James Sullivan reported that MISS MAYSON, unplaced, didn’t face the kickback.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 13, 2017 18:56:08 GMT
Sam Twiston-Davies is hoping to be back in action for the Ladbrokes Trophy meeting at Newbury next month after suffering a broken elbow in a fall at Sandown on Sunday.
Twiston-Davies gave up his rides at Kempton on Monday following the tumble from Double Ross, trained by his father Nigel, at the second fence of the veterans' handicap chase at the weekend.
The rider went for X-rays and said after the damage was confirmed: "I'm a bit sore, but am aiming for Newbury (December 1 and 2), fingers crossed."
His boss Paul Nicholls, who will have a strong team of horses for Cheltenham's three-day November meeting which starts on Friday, said: "He's fractured his elbow and he says he'll be back for the Hennessy meeting, but that is only two weeks on Saturday, so we will see.
" He'll have to be fit when he's back."
Nicholls had said earlier in the day: "We've got Sean (Bowen) and Harry (Cobden) as a good back-up team and they've done the job before. If he is off it is not a problem, but it is frustrating as he is riding well."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 13, 2017 18:56:41 GMT
Shane Shortall should be back in the saddle at the weekend despite having a nasty-looking fall at Navan on Sunday.
Shortall suffered a cut head and nose, together with mild concussion, when kicked following his tumble from Hows Patsy at the fourth-last flight when holding a narrow lead in a two-mile handicap hurdle.
"Shane is grand. I spoke to him this morning. He's got a laceration to his forehead and his nose and had minor concussion," said Dr Adrian McGoldrick, the Turf Club's senior medical officer.
"He will be checked on Friday and be back riding on Saturday, all being well."
Conor Brassil is set for a longer spell on the sidelines after breaking his leg in a fall at Fairyhouse on Tuesday.
The 5lb claimer, son of Grand National-winning trainer Martin Brassil, was partnering Demi Plie in a two-mile handicap hurdle when his mount came to grief at the third obstacle.
McGoldrick said: "Conor suffered a fractured leg. He will be off for three months. He was operated on the following day by Mr Paddy Kenny, the orthopaedic surgeon."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 13, 2017 18:58:41 GMT
Tuesday: going, weather & non-runners Huntingdon GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick: Hdl 7.4, Chs 7.3) (Rail movements: Races 1 & 3 +38yds, Race 2 +61yds, Race 4 +43yds, Race 5 +46yds and Race 6+30yds) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy Lingfield GOING: SOFT (GoingStick 6.2); AW - POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Cloudy NON RUNNERS: 2:20 Collodi (3) Worcester GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Transferred from Hereford) WEATHER: Partly cloudy
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Post by dennisg on Nov 14, 2017 7:28:19 GMT
in today's sporting life.............. Paul Nicholls will look to give Brio Conti more experience after the six-year-old made a winning debut over fences by a narrow margin in the Compare At bookies.com Novices' Chase at Carlisle. Brio Conti was a smart novice hurdler last term, ending the campaign with a respectable fifth place behind Finian's Oscar in a Grade One contest at Aintree in April. He was sent off the 2/5 favourite to make an immediate mark over the bigger obstacles, but those who took those short odds did not have an easy time as Alzammaar made Brio Conti fight to get the verdict by a short head under Sean Bowen. Speaking from Kempton, Nicholls said: "He just got home and Sean had to pull him back a bit as he was a bit free. I've had a few problems with him, but he will improve massively for the run as he would have needed it. I wasn't going to run him until it cut up like it did. "He is a proper horse and will be way better than that run. He will just get better. We may just find another smaller race with him to get some more experience." There was a sting in the tail for the successful rider as Bowen picked up a two-day ban for hitting his mount in the incorrect place approaching the winning line. Harriet Graham took the training honours courtesy of a 272/1 double with Rhymers Stone and Aye Right. Ridden by 5lb claimer Thomas Dowson, Rhymers Stone (12/1) got up in the last 100 yards to foil the 11/4 favourite Meadowcroft Boy by a neck in the Visit The All New racinguk.com Handicap Hurdle. Bahrikate was just a head away in third place. Aye Right denied 2-1 favourite Kateson by three and a quarter lengths to spring a 20/1 surprise in the Compare Free Bets At freebets.org Standard Open National Flat Race in the hands of 3lb claimer Callum Bewley. Ann Hamilton's Nuts Well overcame an indifferent round of jumping to land the Compare Bookmakers At bookmakers.co.uk Graduation Chase. Brian Hughes drove the evens favourite to get on top on the run-in to beat Derintoher Yank by three-quarters of a length. James Ewart's Un Guet Apens (11/1) only led 50 yards from the finish for 5lb claimer Steven Fox as he took the Bet At racinguk.com Handicap Chase by a length and a quarter from Brother Scott. The Evan Williams-trained Cesar Collonges (7/2) answered Adam Wedge's every call in the last half-furlong to collar the 9/4 market leader Canny Style by a neck in the Compare Horse Racing Odds At bookies.com Novices' Hurdle.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 14, 2017 7:30:09 GMT
Sam Twiston-Davies is hoping to be back in action for the Ladbrokes Trophy meeting at Newbury next month after suffering a broken elbow in a fall at Sandown on Sunday. Twiston-Davies gave up his rides at Kempton on Monday, following the tumble from Double Ross, trained by his father, Nigel, at the second fence of the veterans' handicap chase at the weekend. The rider went for X-rays and said after the damage was confirmed: "I'm a bit sore, but am aiming for Newbury (December 1 and 2), fingers crossed." His boss Paul Nicholls, who will have a strong team of horses for Cheltenham's three-day November meeting which starts on Friday, said: "He's fractured his elbow and he says he'll be back for the Hennessy meeting, but that is only two weeks on Saturday, so we will see. "He'll have to be fit when he's back." Nicholls had said earlier in the day: "We've got Sean (Bowen) and Harry (Cobden) as a good back-up team and they've done the job before. If he is off it is not a problem, but it is frustrating as he is riding well."
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Post by dennisg on Nov 14, 2017 7:32:01 GMT
Matt Brocklebank turns his attention to the BetVictor Gold Cup at Cheltenham and is backing two against the field including a 33/1 chance. You have to go back to The Outback Way’s 1999 triumph under Normal Williamson for Venetia Williams’ last and only winner of the race now known as the BetVictor Gold Cup. Her overall record in handicap chases at Cheltenham, however, is very good on the whole, the likes of Tenor Nivernais, Niceonefrankie, Aachen and Katenko all securing big-race victories at Prestbury Park in recent years. Williams has two in the mix for this year's edition and PLAISIR D'AMOUR is a standout bet at the 33/1 on offer generally. The five-year-old mare, brought in from France with loads of Flat and hurdles experience under her belt, has only really taken her form to a higher level since being switched to fences. She's won three of her eight chase starts in total, all of which have been during her time with Williams, and excitingly for this weekend's assignment she clearly took to Cheltenham well on her first appearance here in a mares' event on the New Course back in April. That impressive win came off a mark of 132, after which she ran another sound race in fifth behind Shantou Village at Sandown, beaten under four lengths after staying on late. She was kindly eased 1lb to 138 after that final run of the campaign. Five-year-olds have found life tough in the BetVictor Gold Cup over the years but Caid du Berlais struck in 2014 and it looks a bold move to send Plaisir D'Amour straight for a race of this nature first time out. Her trainer has been among the winners lately and obviously thinks this mare is up to the task and it's hard to argue against her versatility having won on ground ranging from good to heavy and over a range of distances. She basically looks one of the least exposed, younger horses set to line up in this year’s field, is guaranteed a run ahead of the final decs on Thursday and represents a yard that just looks to be going through the gears now following a typically quiet summer/early-autumn. Watch Plaisir D'Amour jump her way to victory at Cheltenham last season... ITV Racing ✔@itvracing Plaisir D'Amour jumps the last two fences very nicely to score at Cheltenham and give the Aidan Coleman-Venetia Williams team a winner 1:50 PM - Apr 20, 2017 2 2 Replies 8 8 Retweets 16 16 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy Confirmed front-runner Foxtail Hill makes more appeal than Tully East and Kylemore Lough at the head of the market, while the Colin Tizzard stable seemed to be winning big Saturday handicaps for fun this time last year and he inevitably has a likely type in Viconte Du Noyer. It’s still a little uncertain what his optimum trip may be but he definitely caught the eye over three miles and a furlong on his comeback at Cheltenham last month and it's worth recalling he bolted up at the November meeting last year. He goes on the shortlist but at a similar price I’m willing to back recent Ascot fourth THEINVAL (25/1 General) to get the big break he deserves. His strike-rate over fences isn’t all that appealing (2-15) but he didn’t miss a dance last season and ran some mighty races in defeat, not least when third in the Grand Annual and second in the Red Rum. He'd probably had enough for the year when down the field in the same race contested by Plaisir D'Amour at Sandown in April but looked full of enthusiasm before tiring late in the day on his reappearance and the assessor easing him a couple of pounds is a bonus. Best on top of the ground but also a hurdles winner on soft, Nicky Henderson's charge looks a good option to go into one of the hottest races of the season with two improvers fighting your corner.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 14, 2017 7:33:44 GMT
National Hunt expert Murt Khan is backing Call Me Lord to take another step up the ladder when he returns to action at Huntingdon later. 2.10 Huntingdon preview Click here for racecard & free video from CALL ME LORD has won three of his four career starts and it looks highly likely he will make it four from five today. His debut in the UK came at Sandown in a decent-sized field and he showed a lot of class in victory, travelling powerfully and defying a mistake at the last. He didn't jump all that well in general and got bumped around a bit throughout the contest but the way he picked up and hit the line running suggested he had a lot more in the tank. The form looks strong with runner-up Dolos finishing second next time out. The third, Fidux, was mounting a challenge on his seasonal debut when unseating his rider and the fourth I See You Well won his next start. Call Me Lord looks like a horse who will keep on progressing this season and he should kick it off by giving away weight in this small-field handicap hurdle. High Secret is in good hands but has a little to prove off this mark, while Caid Du Lin was caught out by a rise in both weight and grade last time and may again find this a little too hot. So Celebre is the other to consider for in-form Ian Williams. He'll need to bounce back having finished last of seven on the Flat recently, but still looks to be improving over hurdles and may do so. Still, Call Me Lord is a strong fancy to continue his climb up the ladder. Recommended bets: Posted at 0725 GMT on 14/11/17 Follow Murt on Twitter: @murt_khan Breaking It Down P&L: +29.70pts November: -10.50pts October: +3.10pts September: +1.75pts August: +0.36pts July: +15.09pts June: -10.10pts May: +30pts
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 14, 2017 17:47:43 GMT
Huntingdon, 14 Nov 17 Race 1 - 1:10pm THE READ NOEL FEHILY AT 188BET NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The Veterinary Officer reported that MARONETTE, unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 2 - 1:40pm THE TWITTER AT 188BET NOVICES' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) James Best reported that BRERETON (IRE), unplaced, made a bad mistake at the third fence, resulting in him losing his irons for several strides.
Race 3 - 2:10pm THE MOLSON COORS MICHAELMAS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) Having reviewed recordings of the false start, the Starters were satisfied that no riders should be reported for contravening the starting procedures.
Race 5 - 3:10pm THE CHELTENHAM BETTING AT 188BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Sean Bowen reported that MARINERS MOON (IRE), unplaced, hung right and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding revealed it to have bled from the nose.
Race 6 - 3:40pm THE 188BET "JUNIOR" STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) It was noted that MYBOYSAM was kicked by another runner at the start. However, having been examined by the Veterinary Surgeon at the start, the gelding was deemed fit to race. View Stewards report Lingfield Park, 14 Nov 17 Race 3 - 1:50pm THE EPDS RACING WELFARE NOVICES' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Kim Bailey was fined £80 as the record of vaccinations on the passport of LAKE FIELD (IRE) had been altered.
The sponsorship in relation to ARDEN DENIS (IRE), trained by Neil Mulholland, did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. Mulholland was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
CAPSIS DESBOIS (FR), trained by Gary Moore was late in the Parade Ring, due to the rider riding in the previous race and was late weighing out.
Following the race, Joshua Moore reported that CAPSIS DEBOIS (FR), which was pulled up, made a mistake at the second fence and was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer reported that post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 2:50pm THE WEATHERBYS GLOBAL STALLIONS APP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) James Davies, the rider of KEEL HAUL (IRE), placed fourth, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from approaching 2 out.
Race 6 - 3:20pm THE WEATHERBYS STALLION BOOK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Permission was given for GABRIAL THE GREAT (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that SIROP DE MENTHE (FR), placed fifth, finished lame left fore.
Race 7 - 3:50pm THE LENVALE PAPER 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held into the running and riding of GOWELL (IRE), ridden by Kevin Jones and trained by Seamus Mullins, which was held up in rear before coming slightly detached on the final circuit to then stay on well in the home straight to finish third of six beaten by 6 ¼ lengths. The rider and the trainer’s representative were interviewed and shown recordings of the race; the Handicapper offered observations and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities. The rider stated that his instructions were to take his time and wait until 3 out to ask for an effort, he added that he felt that the filly was out-paced throughout, a fact that he reported when he returned to the Scales. He further added that the filly remained one paced throughout passing weakening horses in the home straight and that in his opinion achieved the best possible placing. The trainer’s representative confirmed that the ride accorded with instructions given and added that in time the filly may be stepped up in trip as she becomes stronger. Their explanations were noted.
Following the race, Kevin Jones reported that GOWELL (IRE), placed third, was out-paced throughout. View Stewards report Hereford, 14 Nov 17 Fixture Note Abandonded - Abandoned Nothing to report View Stewards report Worcester, 14 Nov 17 Fixture Note Following Race 2 the going was changed to Soft, Good to Soft in places (from Good to Soft, Soft in Places) Race 2 - 1:30pm THE SPECTRA CYBER SECURITY SOLUTIONS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) The winner, ROLLING DYLAN (IRE), appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Worcester on 25 October 2017 where the gelding finished fifth of nine runners beaten 38½ lengths on Good ground. The explanation of the trainer’s representative that ROLLING DYLAN (IRE) was better suited by the easier ground conditions of Good to Soft, Soft in places on this occasion was noted. The gelding was routine tested.
Race 3 - 2:00pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF 'NATIONAL HUNT' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) J.J. Burke, the rider of PULP FICTION (IRE), placed second, was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above the permitted level from approaching the last flight of hurdles.
The winner, POINTED AND SHARP (IRE), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Chepstow on 8 November 2017 where the gelding finished twelfth of fourteen runners, beaten 41½ lengths. The explanation of the trainer’s representative that POINTED AND SHARP (IRE) had settled better on this occasion was noted. The gelding was routine tested.
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that NEWQUAY CARDS (IRE), unplaced, had bled from the nose.
Race 4 - 2:30pm THE WORCESTER NEWS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race Roger Teal reported that STONEMADFORSPEED (IRE), placed fourth, was unsuited by the Soft, Good to Soft in places, going and would prefer a faster surface.
Race 5 - 3:00pm THE R&A MASON NOVICES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) On the bend leaving the back straight BLAZON, placed fourth, edged slightly left-handed tightening up the winner, FLEMCARA (IRE), which stumbled and in turn caused GOODGIRLTERESA (IRE), placed second, and CAMRON DE CHAILLAC (FR), unplaced, to be crowded for racing room but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
The winner, FLEMCARA (IRE), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Wincanton on 29 October 2017, where the gelding finished fifth of eleven runners, beaten 47¾ lengths on Good ground. The explanation of the trainer’s representative that FLEMCARA (IRE) had come on for its first run of the season and also appreciated the Soft, Good to Soft in places going on this occasion, was noted. The gelding was routine tested.
Following the race Neil Mulholland reported that RAINY DAY DYLAN (IRE), which was pulled up, had a breathing problem. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 14, 2017 17:49:24 GMT
Jessica Harrington led the tributes to Alan Potts after the leading National Hunt owner died at the age of 80.
Potts was one of the powerhouse names in jumps racing and was responsible for Sizing John, who won the Cheltenham Gold Cup in March.
Potts' wife, Ann, also died in August after a long illness.
Harrington, who trains Sizing John and the bulk of the Potts horses in Ireland, told Press Association Sport: "It's a big shock. It wasn't something we were expecting. I found out through an email from his company this morning.
"He was a certain age but he'd just been away on holiday to Mauritius and Africa and come back. I'd talked to him a couple of times and he seemed to be in great form.
"For him to die so soon after his wife - it's sad.
"I've only trained for him for just over a year but we've been incredibly lucky together. It was a fantastic year."
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Post by dennisg on Nov 15, 2017 7:48:33 GMT
in today's sporting life................... Chris Wilson provides a selection for every race on Wednesday, with Lady Buttons fancied to take all the beating at Bangor. Lady Buttons has what it takes to win a significant prize on her chasing debut at Bangor. Trainer Phil Kirby simply adores this seven-year-old mare, and it is easy to understand why. She claimed a hat-trick in handicaps last season, but is certainly eminently capable of winning a Listed race against her own sex. Indeed, Lady Buttons very nearly did so on Charlie Hall day at Wetherby when she looked all over odds-on favourite La Bague Au Roi in the olbg.com Mares' Hurdle. But as try as she might, Kirby's inmate was eventually worn down by an inspired Richard Johnson, who got the jolly up by two lengths. That was still a terrific effort, though, and served notice that she is in a seriously happy place this autumn. Kirby has always considered Lady Buttons to possess the size and scope for fences so it will be fascinating to see how she gets on in the Listed mares' novice chase. Alan King will no doubt head to Exeter with nervous expectation as Yanworth takes the next step in what could eventually become a star-spangled chasing career. The Grade One-winning hurdler looked the part on his debut over fences at this track in October and should certainly not be knocked off his stride in this two-mile-three-furlong novice chase. Yanworth seen winning at Exeter Yanworth seen winning at Exeter Yanworth will be no price, of course, so, from a betting perspective, it might be better to keep closer tabs on stablemate Dingo Dollar. The five-year-old chestnut lines up in the three-mile limited handicap chase for novices on the back of an interesting fencing bow at Huntingdon last month. Dingo Dollar did not jump at all well, and yet he still finished fourth to give off the distinct impression there is a heck of a lot more to come from the former point-to-point winner. Unheralded North Yorkshire trainer Sharon Watt will have high hopes for Too Many Chiefs when the staying hurdler is sent into battle at Ayr. The six-year-old gelding was only beaten a length at Kelso and still looks appealingly weighted for this extended three-mile handicap hurdle, even in spite of a 3lb rise. Ostilio looks one of the more interesting horses in action on a workaday card beneath the Newcastle floodlights. It might be a little off-putting to see Simon Crisford's youngster already running in a first-time hood, but he is clearly a colt with plenty of boot. Ostilio, who is closely related to Group One winner Ajman Princess, will obviously need to find plenty to justify his Derby entry, but there was not much wrong with his debut performance at Leicester last month. The son of New Approach pulled very hard for Andrea Atzeni, but he eventually grew in stature and ended up finishing a half-length second to Accessor in what was a strong seven-furlong maiden. And with the fourth horse that day, the 6-4 favourite George Villiers, having since won a race, the form should continue to pay its way. Illusional looks a worthy rival from the Mark Johnston operation, but Ostilio must surely take the beating in the 32Red.com Novice Stakes. Rare Groove was a further length away from Accessor at Leicester and he later gets the opportunity to stick to his end of the bargain in a one-mile novice auction stakes. Jedd O'Keeffe's two-year-old made an honourable fist of things from the front but he lacked the zip of the first two home so now steps up to a mile. There are races to be won with him this winter. Zaidiyn is perhaps better known as a hurdler these days, but he can nonetheless defy the burden of top weight in the Betway-sponsored handicap over two miles. He arrives at Newcastle in good heart, having finished second in a staying handicap at Doncaster, and yet he is still allowed to run off the same mark of 80. Zaidiyn goes up in distance by nearly a quarter of a mile and that should do for him. Selections AYR: 12.30 Acdc, 1.00 Quick Pick, 1.35 Too Many Chiefs, 2.10 Conquer Gold, 2.40 Ninepointsixthree, 3.10 Catamaran Du Seuil, 3.45 Forewarning. BANGOR: 12.40 Truckers Highway, 1.10 Lady Buttons, 1.45 Actinpieces, 2.20 Demon D'Aunou, 2.50 Leoncavallo, 3.20 Pageburg, 3.55 Benechenko. EXETER: 12.50 Forgetthesmalltalk, 1.25 Brave Eagle, 2.00 Paddy The Oscar, 2.30 Dingo Dollar, 3.00 Yanworth, 3.35 Fairy Pol, 4.05 Watcombe Heights. FAIRYHOUSE: 12.15 La Bella Vida, 12.45 Cap D'Aubois, 1.15 Buzzkillbob, 1.50 Blow By Blow, 2.25 Cancellation, 2.55 Minella Bleu, 3.25 Zagnzig, 4.00 Yes Man. NEWCASTLE: 3.40 Zaidiyn, 4.15 OSTILIO (NAP), 4.45 Laydee Victoria, 5.15 Francis Xavier, 5.45 Rare Groove, 6.15 Mr Carbonator, 6.45 Dream Revival. DOUBLE: Ostilio and Lady Buttons.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 15, 2017 7:50:20 GMT
Faugheen is in line to make his long-awaited return to action in Sunday's Unibet Morgiana Hurdle at Punchestown. Winner of the 2015 Champion Hurdle for Willie Mullins, Faugheen has not run since winning the Irish Champion Hurdle in January 2016 due to injury. Mullins has also entered Yorkhill, Nichols Canyon and Vroum Vroum Mag. “All seems to be going well at the moment with Faugheen and the plan is to run him on Sunday,” Faugheen's owner Rich Ricci confirmed. “Fingers crossed, everyone seems to be happy with him and that will be very exciting - we have unfinished business in the Morgiana Hurdle! “He won’t have run for 600 days but getting him back and seeing him fit and well would be wonderful and great for the people of Ireland to be able to go to Punchestown and see him. He’s a lovely horse and he is something special so we are looking forward to getting him back on Sunday and building on that.” Another former champion is also in the mix in the shape of Jessica Harrington's Jezki, who made a winning return to action in early October. Gordon Elliott can chose from Campeador and Apple's Jade, who won last weekend. The trainer added: “At the moment Campeador definitely runs. We were delighted with him at Punchestown the last day and to get his head back in front and Sunday will be a step up for him again but we’ll know where we are going for the season after that. Apple’s Jade was left in the race but she only ran Sunday and I wouldn’t say she’ll run.” The only other entry is Joe Murphy's dual-purpose performer Swamp Fox. for the Unibet Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham in March.
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